S4E167: Late Summer Recap from the Starving Artist
Arizona Beer Frontier
In this episode, Andrew and Rob settle into their new recording location at Starving Artist to talk about everything from personal hygiene to the intricacies of the beer industry. The podcasters discuss this year's 988 crisis lifeline beer, a project started by Jon Lane of OHSO. OHSO's version of the national collaboration project will be at the Great American Beer Festival (GABF) at the state guild pavillion . The two also debate the challenges of getting into the industry today and share updates on new breweries like Formation, the Mile High Beer Project and a new BBQ brewery in...
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S4E166: Scotland and the Black Beast of Aaaaarrrrgggghhh
Arizona Beer Frontier
Join Executive Director Andrew Bauman and Director of Government Affairs Rob Fullmer as they navigate the ever-shifting landscape of the Arizona beer industry. This episode, Andrew is joined by a travel-weary Rob, fresh off a vacation to Scotland that was filled with unexpected drama and a tour of film-famous castles. As Rob recounts the highs and lows of his trip—from a terrifying bout of food poisoning to a custom kilt fitting—the two also dive into some "inside baseball" on the state of the beer industry. The Black Beast of Aaaaarrrrgggghhh. Yeah, that's what happens when dark beers and...
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S4E165: Motosonora: The Brewer Who Came in from the Cold
Arizona Beer Frontier
Join your host Andrew for a special episode recorded live with Jeremy DeConcini, founder of Motosonora Brewing Company in Tucson. Get an exclusive look into Jeremy's fascinating journey, from a career in law school and a federal government job doing "quasi James Bond stuff" to becoming a brewer. He shares the origin story of how a black lager in the '90s sparked his passion for beer and why he realized he had to master every job at the brewery to survive. Later, Steve Goetting of Verde Brewing joins the conversation, and the group dives into a wide-ranging discussion. They explore the shifting...
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S4E164 - The Two Jakes
Arizona Beer Frontier
Join Andrew and guest host Johann Warnholtz for a special episode recorded live at the newly reinvented Oro Brewing and Vice Company. The hosts speak with Oro's owner, Dave Valencia, and Director of Operations, Grant McLennon, about the inspiration behind the brewery's new "rad dive bar" vibe and its creative retail selection that caters to local industry folks. They also hear about Oro's plans to expand with a new barbecue-focused location aimed at bringing their beer to a wider audience on Central Avenue. Later, the hosts sit down with Drew Kuykendall and two gentlemen named Jake Olson and...
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S4E163 - What’s the PHXUSS About
Arizona Beer Frontier
Rob and Andrew dive into a wide array of topics, from personal streaming habits to major industry news. The conversation kicks off with a humorous observation about how Rob's streaming algorithms are stuck on Irish content, despite his upcoming trip to Scotland. The hosts get into big industry news, including a major merger between two Arizona breweries and a report on Ball canning dropping smaller clients. They also discuss the unique challenges facing breweries to the legal complexities of operating in a consolidating market. The conversation is a fascinating look at the pressures shaping...
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S4E162 - Not Quite A Mukbang
Arizona Beer Frontier
This week, hosts Rob and Andrew dive into a variety of topics, beginning with their recent travel experiences. They discuss the ups and downs of renting a car for a trip, from surprisingly cheap options to the challenges of a manual transmission. The conversation then turns to tasting two different non-alcoholic beverages on the show. One, a Hop Lark hop water, is noted for its beer-like appearance, while the other NA beverage is described as having a "warty" smell and a "very chocolatey" taste. The tasting continues with a Czech-style dark lager from Pinnacle, which the hosts describe as...
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S4E161 - Naming Beers Naming Episodes
Arizona Beer Frontier
This week, hosts Rob and Andrew discuss a range of topics from home repairs to industry-wide challenges. Rob opens with his ongoing battle with a faulty water softener and shares his Flagstaff apple tree's unexpected bounty, leading to plans for homemade cider or applejack. Andrew recounts a recent visit to O.H.S.O. Distillery, noting its remodel and patio bar. The conversation delves into the complexities of alcohol laws, with Rob highlighting the continuous efforts to clarify and modernize statutes. They discuss complementary products like bitters and the intriguing concept of beer schnapps....
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S4E160 - Federal and State - DC/GCOT
Arizona Beer Frontier
This week on the Arizona Beer Frontier podcast, hosts Andrew Bauman and Rob Fullmer are back, recording on a Monday for a Thursday release. Rob has just returned from a trip that took him from San Diego to Washington D.C. The hosts discuss Rob's D.C. travels, including navigating meetings at the Capitol, visiting landmarks like the Ukrainian Embassy and Exorcist stairs in Georgetown, and exploring neighborhoods with diverse cultural murals. He also recounts encountering industry figures like Bart Watson and Scott Graham. Rob shares a humorous mishap with a beer spilling while installing...
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S4E159 - San Diego - A Zonie Pilgrimage
Arizona Beer Frontier
This week on the Arizona Beer Frontier podcast, hosts Rob Fullmer and Andrew Bauman connect remotely. Rob checks in from San Diego, navigating family vacation dynamics and dog routines amidst the SoCal "heat". He recounts beer stops at various breweries including McIlhenny Brewing in Alpine, Mike Hess in Ocean Beach, Pizza Port, California Wild Ales, and Kilowatt Brewing, sparking a discussion on the evolving definitions of international lager styles like Korean and Mexican lagers. Andrew, meanwhile, is at Six Bird Cider's new production facility and taproom in Tempe, marveling at the...
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S4E158 - Historic Brews & Industry Views: Mugs, Kids, Fests, and Funding
Arizona Beer Frontier
This week on the Arizona Beer Frontier podcast, hosts Andrew Bauman and Rob Fullmer are recording from Historic Brewing Company in Flagstaff. They kick off Season 4 by discussing the unique mug club at Historic, where pottery by a family member co-owner results in varied mug sizes. The conversation then shifts to the contentious topic of children in breweries, sparked by a Massachusetts brewery's strict "arm's reach" policy, leading to a debate about appropriate family spaces versus adult establishments, with examples of disruptive behavior and safety concerns. Rob recounts his recent...
info_outlineThis episode of Arizona Beer Frontier comes to you from the Baja Beer Festival in Tucson. We kick things off discussing the amazing Parkie Porchetta sandwich, a favorite discovered via Ben Vernon of Crooked Tooth Brewing. Hear from Parkie co-owner Nevin Cornwell later in the show.
We chat with Andrew Walter of Tirrito Farms about their popular Cobre Mexican-style lager and a Rauchbier made with self-smoked malt. Andrew shares insights on brewing influences in the region, their beer distribution across Arizona, and a glimpse into Benson's dive bar scene, including a nine-acre rodeo dive bar.
Regular co-host Andrew Bauman checks in from the festival, discussing the event vibe and the meet-the-brewer night hosted by Dragoon Brewing. We also hear from Alex Goetting of Verde Brewing about their Smoky Rye Lager and catch up with Arizona Craft Brewers Guild President Cale Aylsworth, who brought a creative barrel stave painting activity to the festival.
Wyatt discusses Pinnacle Brewing in North Scottsdale, which features a year-round patio and a full-time food truck partner, and was approaching its one-year anniversary. While IPAs are top sellers, he notes the popularity of various lagers and expresses a personal fondness for Czech Pilsners, planning to make it a flagship beer alongside the German and Belgian pilsners currently on tap. He also shares his brewing background across the West Coast and Canada, mentioning plans to refine flagship recipes now that the brewery is more established.
The episode wraps up with more on that incredible Parkie porchetta sandwich from Nevin. As Warren Zevon said, "Enjoy every sandwich".
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