The Brewery Travels Podcast
Food & Cooking Podcasts
Brewery Travels is a podcast hosted by Joel Geier (aka Brewery Travels) that discusses a different city or region’s craft beer scene in each episode. Joel interviews two local experts, ranging from beer writers and beer bloggers to people working in the industry and even like-minded brewery adventurers. These discussions can have a wide range of topics, including: -How to approach the craft beer scenes when visiting a new city -How laws and regulations affect local breweries -How history has helped shaped the current beer scene -What the future holds for local breweries -Comparing different scenes that are within a close radius -How other cultural influences have an effect on breweries (such as food, music, etc) -Breweries having to overcome obstacles (both external and internal) -What beers best represent the area -And of course personal favorites from the guests and Joel himself Joel has visited over 900 breweries across 44 states plus Washington D.C., and has been able to make connections with many amazing individuals because of his travels. He is currently living on the road with his family, constantly “exploring more content and doing extensive research” (which just means visiting breweries and drinking beer)! The goal of Brewery Travels is to provide more information about craft beer scenes from around the country, as well as shine a light on some of the excellent individual breweries that call these cities home. From Portland, Maine to San Diego, California. Austin, Texas to Duluth, Minnesota. The bright lights of New York City to the farmland of rural Iowa. Brewery Travels plans to run the gauntlet of locations, providing in-depth information on as many places as possible. With episodes coming out weekly on Thursdays, Brewery Travels is where you can get your fix if you enjoy a craft beer or traveling. Cheers! Follow Joel’s travels on social media: Twitter: @brewerytravels Instagram: @brewery_travels Website: www.thebrewerytravels.com
Location:
United States
Genres:
Food & Cooking Podcasts
Description:
Brewery Travels is a podcast hosted by Joel Geier (aka Brewery Travels) that discusses a different city or region’s craft beer scene in each episode. Joel interviews two local experts, ranging from beer writers and beer bloggers to people working in the industry and even like-minded brewery adventurers. These discussions can have a wide range of topics, including: -How to approach the craft beer scenes when visiting a new city -How laws and regulations affect local breweries -How history has helped shaped the current beer scene -What the future holds for local breweries -Comparing different scenes that are within a close radius -How other cultural influences have an effect on breweries (such as food, music, etc) -Breweries having to overcome obstacles (both external and internal) -What beers best represent the area -And of course personal favorites from the guests and Joel himself Joel has visited over 900 breweries across 44 states plus Washington D.C., and has been able to make connections with many amazing individuals because of his travels. He is currently living on the road with his family, constantly “exploring more content and doing extensive research” (which just means visiting breweries and drinking beer)! The goal of Brewery Travels is to provide more information about craft beer scenes from around the country, as well as shine a light on some of the excellent individual breweries that call these cities home. From Portland, Maine to San Diego, California. Austin, Texas to Duluth, Minnesota. The bright lights of New York City to the farmland of rural Iowa. Brewery Travels plans to run the gauntlet of locations, providing in-depth information on as many places as possible. With episodes coming out weekly on Thursdays, Brewery Travels is where you can get your fix if you enjoy a craft beer or traveling. Cheers! Follow Joel’s travels on social media: Twitter: @brewerytravels Instagram: @brewery_travels Website: www.thebrewerytravels.com
Language:
English
Website:
https://anchor.fm/joel-geier
Episodes
Episode 38: BEERCATION
5/26/2022
Joel has visited over 900 breweries across 44 states plus Washington D.C. and has been able to make connections with many amazing individuals because of his travels. He is currently living on the road with his family, constantly “exploring more content and doing extensive research” (which just means visiting breweries and drinking beer)! The goal of Brewery Travels is to provide more information about craft beer scenes from around the country and shine a light on some of the excellent...
Duration:00:37:13
Episode 37: Dallas, TX - Featuring Jerry Richard & Tony Dunn
5/19/2022
This week Brewery Travels takes on the Dallas beer scene! For this discussion, Joel brings on Jerry Richard and Tony Dunn, who host the Modern Beats + Brews Podcast. THey talk about several topics, including the changes that have occurred in local beer laws, how Deep Ellum Brewing has evolved since their sale to CANarchy, live music at breweries, and much more! You can follow Jerry on Twitter: @ntx_beer You can follow Tony on Twitter: @KooTonyD You can follow their podcast on Twitter:...
Duration:00:45:44
Episode 36: Madison, WI - Featuring Chris Drosner & Greg Washington
5/12/2022
This week Joel takes listeners back to his home state of Wisconsin, but this time focusing on the capital of Madison. Joining Joel for this episode are Chris Drosner (Executive Editor of Milwaukee Magazine and Beer writer for the Wisconsin State Journal) and Greg Washington (Madison-based beer blogger and Cicerone) who co-host the Badger Beer Hour together. They touch on many topics: how the beer scene has grown and changed over the decades, all the niche breweries, Great Taste of the...
Duration:01:12:40
Episode 35: Duluth, MN - Featuring The Sota Pod
5/5/2022
Joel has visited over 800 breweries across 44 states plus Washington D.C. and has been able to make connections with many amazing individuals because of his travels. He is currently living on the road with his family, constantly “exploring more content and doing extensive research” (which just means visiting breweries and drinking beer)! The goal of Brewery Travels is to provide more information about craft beer scenes from around the country and shine a light on some of the excellent...
Duration:00:38:40
Episode 34: Las Vegas, NV - Featuring Bill Gegenheimer & Teri Nicpon
4/28/2022
What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas? Well, not completely, as this week Joel invites on Las Vegas locals Bill Gegenheimer and Teri Nicpon to talk about the local beer scene! As always, many topics are discussed: How the city’s notable tourism comes into play, recent success at GABF from local breweries, where there’s room for more growth, and much more! Joel has visited over 800 breweries across 44 states plus Washington D.C. and has been able to make connections with many amazing...
Duration:00:44:24
Episode 33: Indianapolis - Featuring Rita Kohn & Rick Burkhardt
4/21/2022
This week, Joel invites on Rita Kohn, author of many books on beer in Indiana, and Rick Burkhardt, who writes about beer as Indy Beer Sleuth and homebrews. The trio talks about many topics, such as the growth of Sun King Brewing, the uniqueness of Books & Brews, some of their favorite taprooms, and much more! Joel has visited over 800 breweries across 44 states plus Washington D.C. and has been able to make connections with many amazing individuals because of his travels. He is currently...
Duration:01:00:15
Episode 32: Asheville, NC- Featuring Anne Fitten Glenn & Mike Semenec
4/14/2022
Heading back to North Carolina, Brewery Travels takes on a top beer destination in Asheville! Joining Joel are two amazing guests: Anne Fitten Glenn, who has written two books on beer in and around Asheville and spent many years covering the scene, and Mike Semenec, one of the Co-founders of DSSOLVR. They discuss how Asheville became a brewery hub, why national brands Sierra Nevada, New Belgium, and Oskar Blues opened locations in the area, why South Slope is so trendy, and much more! You...
Duration:00:57:11
Episode 31: Oklahoma City, OKC - Featuring Tabbi Burwell & Greg Horton
4/7/2022
For the first time, Brewery Travels visits Oklahoma, with a focus on the capital, Oklahoma City. With Joel this week are Tabbi Burwell (Executive Director of The Craft Brewers Association of Oklahoma), and Greg Horton (Senior Writer at 405 Magazine with a focus on all things alcohol). They discuss many topics, such as the recent brewery boom, how legislation has changed, the Oklahoma Craft Beer Trail, and much more! You can follow Greg on Twitter: @winerev You can follow Tabbi on Twitter:...
Duration:00:41:37
Episode 30: Dayton, OH - Featuring Advanced Cicerone & David McKinney
3/31/2022
Heading back to Southeast Ohio, Brewery Travels makes a stop in Dayton this week! David Nilsen, a Beer Writer and Advanced Cicerone, and David McKinney, a brewery traveler with multiple beer podcasts, both hop on to talk with Joel about the beer scene in Gem City. Many breweries are discussed, including Carillon and Branch & Bone, as well as a variety of topics such as why many of the breweries are around the downtown area and how Dayton compares to other cities in Ohio. You can follow David...
Duration:00:53:27
Episode 29: Raleigh, NC - Featuring Bryan Roth & Dave Tollefsen
3/24/2022
This week Joel takes listeners back to the Tar Heel State, but this time focusing on the area known as The Triangle (Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill). Joining Joel this week are Bryan Roth (Beer writer and editor for Good Beer Hunting and Director of the North American Guild of Beer Writers), and Dave Tollefsen (the man behind NCBeerGuys.com). They talk about several topics, such as how the beer scene changes across the area, why outside breweries are opening up taprooms there, and the...
Duration:00:52:57
Episode 28: South Central Pennsylvania - Featuring Sara Bozich, Nate Kresge, and Eric Bierker
3/17/2022
Brewery Travels hones in on South Central Pennsylvania this week, as Joel invites Sara Bozich, Nate Kresge, and Eric Bierker to chat more about the beer scene in the area. Starting with the impact of Troegs Brewing, they discuss a variety of topics such as how the different cities compare, Nate’s Poured in PA project that Sara assisted in, where there is more room for growth, and much more! You can follow Sara on Twitter: @sarabozich You can follow Eric on Twitter: @Bierkergaard Check out...
Duration:00:53:03
Episode 27: Orlando, FL - Featuring Lauren Freeman, Kelly Wolf, & Stephanie Dagen
3/10/2022
This week Brewery Travels will take you down to the Sunshine State, and specifically Orlando! And for the first time, Joel invites on three guests, as the trio that runs Orlando & Sanford Girls Pint Out joins the podcast, Lauren Freeman, Kelly Wolf, and Stephanie Dagen. Yes, Disney and the Magic Kingdom are discussed, but so are a variety of other topics, such as: contract brewing, Orlando Beer Week, beer legislation, and much more! Be sure to follow the Girls Pint Out on Instagram:...
Duration:00:38:50
Episode 26: Richmond, VA - Featuring Alicia Valenski & Allie Hochman
3/3/2022
Richmond, Virginia is regarded as a top craft beer destination, and it is the focus of this week’s episode. Joel invites Alicia Valenski (Co-founder of Work For Your Beer) and Allie Hochman (General Manager of Starr Hill Brewery’s Richmond location) to chat about the amazing beer scene there. Starting off with a discussion on the Scott’s Addition neighborhood, they also talk about how the beer scene meshes with the food scene, the impact of Stone Brewing’s facility, and what their personal...
Duration:00:39:28
Episode 25: New York City, NY - Featuring Chris O’Leary & Miguel Rivas
2/24/2022
This week Brewery Travels heads to The Big Apple! And to discuss the New York City beer scene, Joel is joined by Chris O’Leary, brewery traveler and beer writer of Brew York, and Miguel Rivas, photographer and content creator behind The Beer Trekker. This mega episode dives into many topics. Diversity, how the beer scenes in each borough differ, getting around the city to visit breweries, beer bars, and much more! Joel has visited over 700 breweries across 44 states plus Washington D.C. and...
Duration:01:16:08
Episode 24: Southern New Hampshire - Featuring Jim Sarette and Ryan Milligan
2/17/2022
Southern New Hampshire is one area that Joel has previously lived in during his wife’s first stint as a travel nurse. But that was back in 2017, and so to get more information on how the scene has changed and grown since then, Joel invites on two local craft beer/brewery fanatics, Jim Sarette and Ryan Milligan. Both have been following the beer scene there for many years and spent time traveling to all the amazing taprooms the area has to offer. Topics range from how Portsmouth developed a...
Duration:00:39:51
Episode 23: Annual Review Awards by Joel Geier
2/10/2022
This week Joel talks through his Annual Review awards that he virtually handed at just over a month ago! From Best Flight Board and Best Taproom View, to Best IPA and Best Brewery, he talks through all his decisions! Joel has visited over 700 breweries across 44 states plus Washington D.C. and has been able to make connections with many amazing individuals because of his travels. He is currently living on the road with his family, constantly “exploring more content and doing extensive...
Duration:00:50:09
Episode 22: Burlington, VT - Featuring Jason Strempek & Jeff Baker
1/27/2022
Burlington, VT has become a craft beer destination, and it is the focus of this week’s episode. Joining Joel this week: Jeff Baker, who has worked in distribution and co-authored Burlington Brewing: A History of Beer in the Quen City, and Jason Strempek, who has also worked in the distribution in the area. The pair also have done a podcast together called It’s the Beer Talking. Joel, Jason, and Jeff talk through the history of brewing in Burlington, how it became a hot spot for beer, how...
Duration:00:53:43
Episode 21: Boise, ID - Featuring Matt Roth & Rob Landerman
1/20/2022
This week Joel dives into the beer scene in scenic Boise, Idaho with Matt Roth, host of the Hops Geek News podcast, and Rob Landerman, President of Woodland Empire Alecraft. Many topics are hit on during this episode, including Idaho’s strong hop and barley production, the sense of community within Boise’s breweries, and changes to the industry over the years. You can follow Matt on Twitter or Instagram: @hopsgeeknews You can follow Woodland Empire on Twitter: @woodlandempire or Instagram:...
Duration:00:37:07
Episode 20: Charlotte, NC - Featuring Mel Fox & Alexis Dickie
1/13/2022
Charlotte, North Carolina is the focus of this week’s episode! After just making his first-ever visit to the Queen City, Joel invites Mel Fox, co-founder of Work For Your Beer, and Alexis Dickie, beer blogger and traveler to talk about the local craft beer scene. Social media, best brewery neighborhoods, outdoor patios, many topics are discussed! You can follow Mel on Instagram: @melmelfox or @workforyourbeer You can follow Alexis on Instagram: @adventures.and.ales Joel has visited over 700...
Duration:00:40:35
Episode 19: Portland, OR - Featuring Jeff Alworth & Lisa Morrison
1/6/2022
This week Brewery Travels heads to one of the nation’s craft beer hubs: Portland, Oregon. Joining Joel this week are Jeff Alworth (Beer writer, blogger, podcaster, and author of The Beer Bible) and Lisa Morrison (Co-owner of Belmont Station and former beer writer and podcaster who has the nickname “Beer Goddess”). The trio talk about several topics, ranging from why Portland became a city that spearheaded the craft beer movement, changes they have both witnessed to the beer scene, and the...
Duration:00:44:32