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The Florida Beer Podcast is the official podcast of Florida Beer Blog, a blog covering everything beer and brewery-based in the Sunshine State. Host David Butler will be interviewing key players and cultural leaders in Florida’s brewing scene, reviewing their latest brews, and sharing industry news and events.
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Episode 190: Chubby Mermaid Brewing, Part 2
03/12/2025
Episode 190: Chubby Mermaid Brewing, Part 2
In Part 2 of our interview at Bonita Springs' Chubby Mermaid Brewing, we speak to founders Gary Fortin and Josh Hoover about becoming a part of the SWFL beer scene, the incredible local reaction to their October opening, brewing a truly gluten-free beer, and more. Listen in... Host: of the Executive Producer: Field Producer/Photographer: Steve Pekala Editor: Guests: Gary Fortin and Josh Hoover, Equipment Sponsor: | Featured Product: | Interested in becoming FBP’s next Title Sponsor? Opening Voice Over Courtesy of: Jeff Brozovich Follow Florida Beer Blog on , , and . Additional Support Provided by: =========== FPN: Check out the other shows on the
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Episode 189: Chubby Mermaid Brewing, Part 1
03/05/2025
Episode 189: Chubby Mermaid Brewing, Part 1
Since opening in October of 2024, Chubby Mermaid has quickly cemented itself as an integral part of the growing SWFL craft beer scene. In Part 1 of our interview, we spoke to founders Gary Fortin and Josh Hoover about live brewing on YouTube, getting into craft beer, and exactly why they chose Bonita Springs as their new home. Listen in... Host: of the Executive Producer: Field Producer/Photographer: Steve Pekala Editor: Guests: Gary Fortin and Josh Hoover, Equipment Sponsor: | Featured Product: | Interested in becoming FBP’s next Title Sponsor? Opening Voice Over Courtesy of: Jeff Brozovich Follow Florida Beer Blog on , , and . Additional Support Provided by: =========== FPN: Check out the other shows on the
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Episode 188: Sailfish Brewing, Part 2
02/19/2025
Episode 188: Sailfish Brewing, Part 2
In the second part of our interview with David BuShea and Brian Tonnessen from Sailfish Brewing, we talk about expanding the brand well beyond the Treasure Coast, what it's like being in other areas of the state, and using the power of Sailfish to help support their community. Listen in... Host: of the Executive Producer: Field Producer/Photographer: Steve Pekala Editor: Guest: David BuShea, President and Co-Founder of Guest: Brian Tonnessen, Sales Director of Equipment Sponsor: | Featured Product: | Interested in becoming FBP’s next Title Sponsor? Support the Show on Patreon: Opening Voice Over Courtesy of: Jeff Brozovich Follow Florida Beer Blog on , , and . Additional Support Provided by: and Join the FPN Facebook Group: Partner with FPN: From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don’t want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in and let us know! FPN: Check out the other shows on the
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Episode 187: Sailfish Brewing, Part 1
01/29/2025
Episode 187: Sailfish Brewing, Part 1
Happy New Year! Let's start 2025 off BIG. Sailfish Brewing is easily the largest brewery in St. Lucie County, possibly the entire Treasure Coast. There are a few others that may hold claim to that, but Sailfish has been doing quite well for themselves in their downtown Ft. Pierce home. We sat down with President and Co-Founder of Sailfish Brewing, David BuShea, and longtime friend of the podcast and Sailfish Sales Manager, Brian Tonnessen, to talk about their humble beginnings in the yellow house and bringing craft beer to Ft. Pierce. Listen in... Host: of the Executive Producer: Field Producer/Photographer: Steve Pekala Editor: Guest: David BuShea, President and Co-Founder of Guest: Brian Tonnessen, Sales Director of Equipment Sponsor: | Featured Product: | Interested in becoming FBP’s next Title Sponsor? Support the Show on Patreon: Opening Voice Over Courtesy of: Jeff Brozovich Follow Florida Beer Blog on , , and . Additional Support Provided by: and Join the FPN Facebook Group: Partner with FPN: From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don’t want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in and let us know! FPN: Check out the other shows on the
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Episode 186: North Miami Brewfest 2024
01/01/2025
Episode 186: North Miami Brewfest 2024
For the Florida Beer Podcast, North Miami Brewfest is the gift that keeps on giving with amazing breweries celebrating beer and the south Florida beer scene every year. Our gracious hosts once again are the Chaplin School of Hospitality and Tourism Management at Florida International University, as they put this festival on every year. We start this episode with Chef John Noble Massey, head chef of the ultra-exclusive and frankly amazing looking FIU Bistro on the FIU/Chaplin School's Biscayne Bay campus. From there we speak to Carrie from soon to open Scarab Brewing, who's Golden Stout was a particular hit of my entire team. Unseen Creatures has just announced a merger with Prison Pals, so we spoke once again to Prison Pals' Brewmaster Diego Setti, along with Joaquin Lozano and Nacho, the new owners of Unseen Creatures about what this partnership is going to look like. From there we touch base with Rudy and Ricardo from Rocketeer Beer, the winners of both last year and this year's Best Beer at the event, with an update on their soon-to-open Kendall brewery. We finish up with co-founders Michael and Carlos from Lemondade Hard Seltzer, an amazing seltzer that also won third place for the beer competition and their incredible seltzers. Listen in... Host: of the Executive Producer: Field Producer/Photographer: Steve Pekala Editor: Guest: Chef John Noble Massey, Guest: Kerrie Opprecht, Guest: Joaquin Lozano & Nacho and Diego Setti, / Guest: Rudy Delgago and Ricardo Abreu, Guest: Michael Rios and Carlos Aguerro, Equipment Sponsor: | Featured Product: | Interested in becoming FBP’s next Title Sponsor? Support the Show on Patreon: Opening Voice Over Courtesy of: Jeff Brozovich Follow Florida Beer Blog on , , and . Additional Support Provided by: and Join the FPN Facebook Group: Partner with FPN: From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don’t want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in and let us know! FPN: Check out the other shows on the
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Episode 185: Champions Beerfest 2024
12/18/2024
Episode 185: Champions Beerfest 2024
I do enjoy a good beer fest. Happily, I was able to enjoy a good beer fest and one that I had not been to before! And while Champions Beerfest has been on the Florida Beer Podcast before, that was pre-COVID and, unfortunately, I never got the chance to attend. But, it was back--in a new home at Mardi Gras Casino in Hallandale Beach. I spoke with organizer Jim Hammett and host Virginia Sinicki of 97.9 WRMF's KVJ show about the festival, brands represented, and their beneficiary Little Smiles (LittleSmilesFL.org). From there, I chatted a bit with Lorenzo Borghese, founder of South Beach Brewing, Chris Hall of Noxx and Dunn Florida Rum, and Amyad Amra of Two Drums Florida Rum Cocktail, all of which were happy to provide a little insight into their brands and how they are able to spread a little Florida sunshine through their products. Listen in... Host: of the Executive Producer: Field Producer/Photographer: Steve Pekala Editor: Guest: Jim Hammitt, Guest: Virginia Sinicki, Guest: Lorenzo Borghese, Founder of Guest: Chris Hall, co-founder of Guest: Amyad Amra, Director of Sales of Equipment Sponsor: | Featured Product: | Interested in becoming FBP’s next Title Sponsor? Support the Show on Patreon: Opening Voice Over Courtesy of: Jeff Brozovich Follow Florida Beer Blog on , , and . Additional Support Provided by: and Join the FPN Facebook Group: Partner with FPN: From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don’t want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in and let us know! FPN: Check out the other shows on the
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Episode 184: Ft. Myers Brewing and Wicked Dolphin, Part 2
11/06/2024
Episode 184: Ft. Myers Brewing and Wicked Dolphin, Part 2
Welcome to Part 2 of our joint interview episode with Ft. Myers Brewing and Wicked Dolphin Distillery! We are back with Jen Whyte and TJ Jewell from Ft. Myers Brewing and Joseph Termini from Wicked Dolphin to talk about Ft. Myers Brewing's Spyk'd hard seltzer, new flavors of Wicked Dolphin rum and their new tiki bar, and everything they were able to do in the community supporting and handling the aftermath of Hurricane Ian in 2022. Listen in... Host: of the Executive Producer: Field Producer/Photographer: Steve Pekala Editor: Guests: Jen Whyte (Co-Founder) and TJ Jewell (VP of Operations) from Guest: Joseph Termini, Director of Sales and VP, Equipment Sponsor: | Featured Product: | Interested in becoming FBP’s next Title Sponsor? Support the Show on Patreon: Opening Voice Over Courtesy of: Jeff Brozovich Follow Florida Beer Blog on , , and . Additional Support Provided by: and Join the FPN Facebook Group: Partner with FPN: From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don’t want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in and let us know! FPN: Check out the other shows on the
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Episode 183: Ft. Myers Brewing and Wicked Dolphin, Part 1
10/30/2024
Episode 183: Ft. Myers Brewing and Wicked Dolphin, Part 1
On today's episode, we are doing two interviews at once! Wicked Dolphin has, in the past, made special collaboration series with breweries around the state of Florida. Their current partnership is with Ft. Myers Brewing, who is currently aging a beer in a Wicked Dolphin barrel. But that's not really where the partnership ends, as they both have had similar starts, hiccups, and factors in play in their southwest Florida homes of Ft. Myers and (for Wicked Dolphin) Cape Coral. In this spirit (no pun intended), we sat down with Jen Whyte and TJ Jewell from Ft. Myers Brewing and Joseph Termini from Wicked Dolphin about opening and crafting a following in Lee County, marketing and creating a destination for locals and visitors to come to, and being a trailblazer for the growing craft beer and spirits scene in the area. Listen in... Host: of the Executive Producer: Field Producer/Photographer: Steve Pekala Editor: Guest: Jen Whyte, Co-Founder and TJ Jewell, VP of Operations Guest: Joseph Termini, Director of Sales and VP, Equipment Sponsor: | Featured Product: | Interested in becoming FBP’s next Title Sponsor? Support the Show on Patreon: Opening Voice Over Courtesy of: Jeff Brozovich Follow Florida Beer Blog on , , and . Additional Support Provided by: and Join the FPN Facebook Group: Partner with FPN: From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don’t want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in and let us know! FPN: Check out the other shows on the
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Episode 182: Gulf Stream Distilling (Gulf Stream, Part 3)
10/23/2024
Episode 182: Gulf Stream Distilling (Gulf Stream, Part 3)
Here is our final episode from Gulf Stream Distilling! Located next door to Gulf Stream Brewing, they are currently in the market with gin and vodka with a number of spirits on the way. We are back with Gulf Stream Brewery co-founder Ty Eriks along with Gulf Stream Distillery Co-Founder Noah Aguilar and Head Distiller Daniel Kastner to chat about Ft. Lauderdale's background in spirits (legal and otherwise), growing a distillery from scratch, and hopefully being able to sell spirits in the Gulf Stream Brewing taproom! Listen in... Host: of the Executive Producer: Field Producer/Photographer: Steve Pekala Editor: Guest: Ty Eriks, co-founder Guest: Noah Aguilar, Co-Founder Guest: Daniel Kastner, Head Distiller Equipment Sponsor: | Featured Product: | Interested in becoming FBP’s next Title Sponsor? Support the Show on Patreon: Opening Voice Over Courtesy of: Jeff Brozovich Follow Florida Beer Blog on , , and . Additional Support Provided by: and Join the FPN Facebook Group: Partner with FPN: From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don’t want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in and let us know! FPN: Check out the other shows on the
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Episode 181: Gulf Stream Brewing (Gulf Stream, Part 2)
10/16/2024
Episode 181: Gulf Stream Brewing (Gulf Stream, Part 2)
Today's episode is really Part 2 of a larger 3 part story arc featuring Gulf Stream Brewing in Ft. Lauderdale! Opening in 2018, Gulf Stream has been serving a steady (and award-winning) line of fantastic beers throughout Broward Co. and beyond. To hear the full story, we spoke to Gulf Stream Brewery co-founder Ty Eriks along with Gulf Stream Distillery Co-Founder Noah Aguilar and Head Distiller Daniel Kastner about craft beer in Ft. Lauderdale, growing a brewery from scratch, and working with the city of Ft. Lauderdale to make an official beer! Listen in... Host: of the Executive Producer: Field Producer/Photographer: Steve Pekala Editor: Guest: Ty Eriks, co-founder Guest: Noah Aguilar, Gulf Stream Distillery Co-Founder Guest: Daniel Kastner, Head Distiller Equipment Sponsor: | Featured Product: | Interested in becoming FBP’s next Title Sponsor? Support the Show on Patreon: Opening Voice Over Courtesy of: Jeff Brozovich Follow Florida Beer Blog on , , and . Additional Support Provided by: and Join the FPN Facebook Group: Partner with FPN: From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don’t want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in and let us know! FPN: Check out the other shows on the
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Episode 180: Greenwood Whiskey and Pizzeria Magaddino
08/28/2024
Episode 180: Greenwood Whiskey and Pizzeria Magaddino
Today's episode starts in the echoes of ages past from Tulsa, Oklahoma. This is home to the Greenwood District, also known as Black Wall Street, one of the first and most prosperous concentrations of black-owned businesses in turn of the century United States. It is also the inspiration for Greenwood Whiskey, now available through special order in the state of Florida. We spoke to co-founder Kweillin 'KG' Gordon about the historic past of the area, creating and producing a new whiskey label, and the future for this dynamic brand. Plus he reveals a bit about a special expression coming soon... Then we head back to Ft. Lauderdale for a preview of our upcoming series at Gulfstream Brewing. It's also the home of Pizzeria Magaddino, slinging some of the absolute best pizzas in Florida. we spoke to owner Tom Magaddino about his intro to making pizzas, basics of making a great pie and how he makes his a bit differently, and their ongoing pizza classes. Listen in... Host: of the Executive Producer: Field Producer/Photographer: Steve Pekala Editor: Guest: Kweillin 'KG' Gordon, Guest: Tom Magaddino, Equipment Sponsor: | Featured Product: | Interested in becoming FBP’s next Title Sponsor? Support the Show on Patreon: Opening Voice Over Courtesy of: Jeff Brozovich Follow Florida Beer Blog on , , and . Additional Support Provided by: and Join the FPN Facebook Group: Partner with FPN: From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don’t want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in and let us know! FPN: Check out the other shows on the
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Episode 179: Live at Mezcal Lauderdale!
08/14/2024
Episode 179: Live at Mezcal Lauderdale!
It's time for our big, final episode of Mezcal Lauderdale, the Grand Tasting! Held at Sistrunk Marketplace this year, the Grand Tasting brings together fantastic expressions of Mezcal, Bacanora, Sotol, and more. Some of our past friends, like Xicaru, were there, while there were a good number of new brands represented this year as well. On today's podcast we are going to meet some of those brands. Some of them, like Xicaru, are returning friends to the podcast, while others are brand new to the show. All information will be listed to our show notes for the sake of brevity. And while these notes are short on details, these expressions are much, much bigger on flavor. Listen in...! Host: of the Executive Producer: Field Producer/Photographer: Steve Pekala Editor: Guest: Dave Simmons, Madre Mezcal Guest: Oscar, Cardenxe Sotol Guest: Catalina, Mezcal Mezul Guest: Dennis Barnett, Xicaru Mezcal Guest: Danny Zavala, Matasanta Guest: Marco Mojarro, Otoch Equipment Sponsor: | Featured Product: | Interested in becoming FBP’s next Title Sponsor? Support the Show on Patreon: Opening Voice Over Courtesy of: Jeff Brozovich Follow Florida Beer Blog on , , and . Additional Support Provided by: and Join the FPN Facebook Group: Partner with FPN: From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don’t want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in and let us know! FPN: Check out the other shows on the
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Episode 178: Mezcal Lauderdale 2024 with William Scanlan of Heavy Metl Premium Imports
07/24/2024
Episode 178: Mezcal Lauderdale 2024 with William Scanlan of Heavy Metl Premium Imports
We continue our annual celebration of all things Mezcal with William Scanlan, founder of Heavy Metl Premium Imports. Heavy Metl is the exclusive importer of several top Mezcal brands such as Real Minero, rey Campero, and Caballito Cerrero. They had what was easily the biggest lineup at this year's Grand Tasting, and we spoke to William about what to expect out of some of the incredible expressions they were able to bring. Listen in... Host: of the Executive Producer: Field Producer/Photographer: Steve Pekala Editor: Guest: William Scanlan, Equipment Sponsor: | Featured Product: | Interested in becoming FBP’s next Title Sponsor? Support the Show on Patreon: Opening Voice Over Courtesy of: Jeff Brozovich Follow Florida Beer Blog on , , and . Additional Support Provided by: and Join the FPN Facebook Group: Partner with FPN: From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don’t want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in and let us know! FPN: Check out the other shows on the
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Episode 177: Mezcal Lauderdale 2024 - Xicala Mezcal
07/11/2024
Episode 177: Mezcal Lauderdale 2024 - Xicala Mezcal
We are still celebrating Mezcal Lauderdale 2024! This year the Grand Tasting took place on June 22nd at Sistrunk Marketplace in Ft. Lauderdale. We spoke with Phil Reis, Miami Market Manager for importer Global Beverage Team. They import Xicala, a series of three Espadin expressions that will be featured at this year's event. We spoke to Phil about Xicala, the differences between each expression, and the gorgeous wooden animals that adorn each bottle. Listen in... Host: of the Executive Producer: Field Producer/Photographer: Steve Pekala Editor: Guest: Phil Reis, Equipment Sponsor: | Featured Product: | Interested in becoming FBP’s next Title Sponsor? Support the Show on Patreon: Opening Voice Over Courtesy of: Jeff Brozovich Follow Florida Beer Blog on , , and . Additional Support Provided by: and Join the FPN Facebook Group: Partner with FPN: From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don’t want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in and let us know! FPN: Check out the other shows on the
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Episode 176: Mezcal Lauderdale 2024 - MezcalFest and an Intro to Mezcal
06/19/2024
Episode 176: Mezcal Lauderdale 2024 - MezcalFest and an Intro to Mezcal
It's time for Mezcal Lauderdale 2024! This year the Grand Tasting will take place on June 22nd at Sistrunk Marketplace in Ft. Lauderdale. But it's not the only Mezcal festival out there. We are chatting with Isra Bistrain, co-founder of MezcalFest in Mexico City. We sat with him to discuss Mezcal's ancient beginnings, the growth and importance of Mezcal in modern-day Mexico, and how MezcalFest is continuing to promote the spirits in Mexico and beyond. Listen in... Host: of the Executive Producer: Field Producer/Photographer: Steve Pekala Editor: Guest: Isra Bistrain, Equipment Sponsor: | Featured Product: | Interested in becoming FBP’s next Title Sponsor? Support the Show on Patreon: Opening Voice Over Courtesy of: Jeff Brozovich Follow Florida Beer Blog on , , and . Additional Support Provided by: and Join the FPN Facebook Group: Partner with FPN: From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don’t want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in and let us know! FPN: Check out the other shows on the
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Episode 175: Men in the Making Collaboration with 3 Daughters
06/05/2024
Episode 175: Men in the Making Collaboration with 3 Daughters
Men In The Making is a Pinellas County-based program that pairs minority boys in and around St. Petersburg with community leaders and mentors. Their purpose is to provide the strong role models needed to shape the future and life choices of their mentees "from cradle to college." They recently premiered their own drink--a fruit punch-flavored sparkling water--with their friends at 3 Daughters Brewing. This special blend is available around the area, and has been a great success in bringing funding and attention to this amazing cause. To learn more, and get a sneak peek at the next iterations, we sat down with Men in the Making Founder Rev. Kenny Irby, mentor Clayton Sizemore, and 3 Daughters Brewing's VP of Marketing Brian Horne. We spoke about Men in the Making, the changes mentees have seen due to their participation, and the incredible journey of their first product in the market. Listen in... Host: of the Executive Producer: Field Producer/Photographer: Steve Pekala Editor: Guest: Rev. Kenny Irby and Clayton Sizemore of Guest: Brian Horne of Equipment Sponsor: | Featured Product: | Interested in becoming FBP’s next Title Sponsor? Support the Show on Patreon: Opening Voice Over Courtesy of: Jeff Brozovich Follow Florida Beer Blog on , , and . Additional Support Provided by: and Join the FPN Facebook Group: Partner with FPN: From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don’t want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in and let us know! FPN: Check out the other shows on the
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Episode 174: St. Augustine Distillery
05/15/2024
Episode 174: St. Augustine Distillery
2014 saw the reintroduction of distilling in north Florida with the opening of St. Augustine Distillery. Housed in a previously unused ice plant set a stone's throw away from the San Sebastian River, St. Augustine Distillery's lineup of gin, vodka, rum, bourbon, and more are available across the state and to their satisfied throngs of visitors from across Florida and around the world. We spoke to Will Hensler (COO) and Zach Wildrick (Production Lead) to talk about spirits in St. Augustine, reclaiming and renovating their current location, the joys of bourbon, and so much more. Listen in... Host: of the Executive Producer: Field Producer/Photographer: Steve Pekala Editor: Guest: Will Hensler (COO) and Zach Wildrick (Production Lead), Equipment Sponsor: | Featured Product: | Interested in becoming FBP’s next Title Sponsor? Support the Show on Patreon: Opening Voice Over Courtesy of: Jeff Brozovich Follow Florida Beer Blog on , , and . Additional Support Provided by: and Join the FPN Facebook Group: Partner with FPN: From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don’t want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in and let us know! FPN: Check out the other shows on the
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Episode 173: MIA Bruhaus, Part 2
05/08/2024
Episode 173: MIA Bruhaus, Part 2
This is Part 2 of our interview at MIA Bruhaus! If you haven't, I'd recommend you go back and listen to episode 172, first. MIA Bruhaus has been around almost as long as Florida Beer Blog. Starting life as MIA Beer Co., they've been releasing a wide variety of delicious beers from their Doral home since 2014. I sat down with Founder, Eddie Leon, to talk about getting into the craft beer industry in south Florida, getting into (and out of and finally back into) distribution, their new line of spirits, and exactly why they had to open with a kitchen. Listen in... Host: of the Executive Producer: Field Producer/Photographer: Steve Pekala Editor: Guest: Eddie Leon, Equipment Sponsor: | Featured Product: | Interested in becoming FBP’s next Title Sponsor? Support the Show on Patreon: Opening Voice Over Courtesy of: Jeff Brozovich Follow Florida Beer Blog on , , and . Additional Support Provided by: and Join the FPN Facebook Group: Partner with FPN: From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don’t want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in and let us know! FPN: Check out the other shows on the
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Episode 172: MIA Bruhaus, Part 1
05/01/2024
Episode 172: MIA Bruhaus, Part 1
MIA Bruhaus has been around almost as long as Florida Beer Blog. Starting life as MIA Beer Co., they've been releasing a wide variety of delicious beers from their Doral home since 2014. I sat down with founder, Eddie Leon, to talk about getting into the craft beer industry in south Florida, getting into (and out of... and, finally back into) distribution, their new line of spirits, and exactly why they had to open with a kitchen. Listen in... Host: of the Executive Producer: Field Producer/Photographer: Steve Pekala Editor: Guest: Eddie Leon, Equipment Sponsor: | Featured Product: | Interested in becoming FBP’s next Title Sponsor? Support the Show on Patreon: Opening Voice Over Courtesy of: Jeff Brozovich Follow Florida Beer Blog on , , and . Additional Support Provided by: and Join the FPN Facebook Group: Partner with FPN: From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don’t want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in and let us know! FPN: Check out the other shows on the
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Episode 171: Tripping Animals Brewing
04/24/2024
Episode 171: Tripping Animals Brewing
Hot off the heels of Irie Jungle last week, we are featuring the rest of our recent interview with Tripping Animals Co-Founder, Ignacio Montenegro, and Sales Manager, Alejandro Masferrer. We spoke about the formation of Tripping Animals, finding a home in Florida and Doral, their wide selection of beers, the collaborations they engage in, and so much more. Listen in... Host: of the Executive Producer: Field Producer/Photographer: Steve Pekala Editor: Guest: Ignacio Montenegro and Alejandro Masferrer, Equipment Sponsor: | Featured Product: | Interested in becoming FBP’s next Title Sponsor? Support the Show on Patreon: Opening Voice Over Courtesy of: Jeff Brozovich Follow Florida Beer Blog on , , and . Additional Support Provided by: and Join the FPN Facebook Group: Partner with FPN: From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don’t want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in and let us know! FPN: Check out the other shows on the
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Episode 170: Irie Jungle at Tripping Animals This Saturday!
04/19/2024
Episode 170: Irie Jungle at Tripping Animals This Saturday!
This Saturday, April 20th, 2024 (and yes, the date is intentional), Tripping Animals is holding their much-loved Irie Jungle Craft Beer Festival. As a sneak preview of the event and our interview at Tripping Animals, we spoke to Co-Founder Ignacio Montenegro and Sales Manager Alejandro Masferrer to get more details! Listen in to this bonus sneak peek... Host: of the Executive Producer: Field Producer/Photographer: Steve Pekala Editor: Guest: Ignacio Montenegro and Alejandro Masferrer, Equipment Sponsor: | Featured Product: | Interested in becoming FBP’s next Title Sponsor? Support the Show on Patreon: Opening Voice Over Courtesy of: Jeff Brozovich Follow Florida Beer Blog on , , and . Additional Support Provided by: and Join the FPN Facebook Group: Partner with FPN: From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don’t want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in and let us know! FPN: Check out the other shows on the
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Episode 169: Dr. Rob Streisfeld, Brewsaki
04/16/2024
Episode 169: Dr. Rob Streisfeld, Brewsaki
Brewsaki is a south Florida-based rice lager starting to gain significant traction in both the restaurant scene and package sales around the state. It is the brainchild of Dr. Rob Streisfeld--part of a larger vision to bring the fun of the sake bomb out of sushi bars and to the masses. I spoke to Rob about his sake bomb invention, the recipe for Brewsaki, and next steps for growing the brand. Listen in... Host: of the Executive Producer: Field Producer/Photographer: Steve Pekala Editor: Guest: Dr. Rob Streisfeld, Equipment Sponsor: | Featured Product: | Interested in becoming FBP’s next Title Sponsor? Support the Show on Patreon: Opening Voice Over Courtesy of: Jeff Brozovich Follow Florida Beer Blog on , , and . Additional Support Provided by: and Join the FPN Facebook Group: Partner with FPN: From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don’t want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in and let us know! FPN: Check out the other shows on the
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Episode 168: Ancient City Brewing Part 2
04/03/2024
Episode 168: Ancient City Brewing Part 2
We are back for Part 2 of our interview with St. Augustine's Ancient City Brewing. We are sitting down with Founder, Greg Tuttle, and VP/General Manager, Britta Messler, in their downtown tap room--located in what used to be the lobby for the Matanzas Theatre. We talk about business post-COVID, the rising cost of business, and what is coming next for Ancient City. Listen in... Host: of the Executive Producer: Field Producer/Photographer: Steve Pekala Editor: Guest: Greg Tuttle and Britta Messler, Equipment Sponsor: | Featured Product: | Interested in becoming FBP’s next Title Sponsor? Support the Show on Patreon: Opening Voice Over Courtesy of: Jeff Brozovich Follow Florida Beer Blog on , , and . Additional Support Provided by: and Join the FPN Facebook Group: Partner with FPN: From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don’t want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in and let us know! FPN: Check out the other shows on the
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Episode 167: Ancient City Brewing Part 1
03/27/2024
Episode 167: Ancient City Brewing Part 1
Ancient City Brewing is the only dual-location brewery in the Nation's Oldest City, St. Augustine. With a production facility by Interstate 95 and a satellite tap room downtown, Ancient City also brings their unique style of beers throughout the north Florida region. I sat down with the founder of Ancient City Brewing, Greg Tuttle, along with VP and General Manager, Britta Messler, to talk about St. Augustine's rapidly growing craft beer scene, the birth of Ancient City, and celebrating the nation's rich history. Listen in... Host: of the Executive Producer: Field Producer/Photographer: Steve Pekala Editor: Guest: Greg Tuttle and Britta Messler, Equipment Sponsor: | Featured Product: | Interested in becoming FBP’s next Title Sponsor? Support the Show on Patreon: Opening Voice Over Courtesy of: Jeff Brozovich Follow Florida Beer Blog on , , and . Additional Support Provided by: and Join the FPN Facebook Group: Partner with FPN: From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don’t want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in and let us know! FPN: Check out the other shows on the
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Episode 166: St. Augustine Experiences, the Craft Beer Tour
03/20/2024
Episode 166: St. Augustine Experiences, the Craft Beer Tour
For this week's episode, we are in the nation's oldest city, St Augustine. It has no shortage of tours to take, from the near ubiquitous trams to an overwhelming plethora of ghost tours each evening. Very few take a look at both the history of the city and the amazing things that are going on right now. St. Augustine Experiences is different. Their founder, Alex Drywa, has crafted a number of fantastic tours that obviously look at the history, but also take a look at some of the amazing things that are happening right now. One of those tours looks exclusively at beer, as St. Augustine has been enjoying a resurgence as of late. We spoke to Alex after taking his Craft Beer tour about the history of beer in St. Augustine, his experiences as a tour guide, and enjoying St. Augustine's growing beer (and foodie) scene. Listen in... Host: of the Executive Producer: Field Producer/Photographer: Steve Pekala Editor: Guest: Alex Drywa, Equipment Sponsor: | Featured Product: | Interested in becoming FBP’s next Title Sponsor? Support the Show on Patreon: Opening Voice Over Courtesy of: Jeff Brozovich Follow Florida Beer Blog on , , and . Additional Support Provided by: and Join the FPN Facebook Group: Partner with FPN: From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don’t want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in and let us know! FPN: Check out the other shows on the
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Episode 165: Dunes Brewing, Part 2
02/21/2024
Episode 165: Dunes Brewing, Part 2
In part two of our episode with Dunes Brewing, we are back with Michael Benedict and Sasha Staton to talk about their growth, the Volusia County brewing community at large, and that Luchador wrestling event that they have become very well known for. Listen in.... (And, if you haven't, make sure to listen to part one of our interview to get the full story!) Host: of the Executive Producer: Field Producer/Photographer: Steve Pekala Editor: Guest: Michael Benedict and Sasha Staton Link: Link: Equipment Sponsor: | Featured Product: | Interested in becoming FBP’s next Title Sponsor? Support the Show on Patreon: Opening Voice Over Courtesy of: Jeff Brozovich Follow Florida Beer Blog on , , and . Additional Support Provided by: and Join the FPN Facebook Group: Partner with FPN: From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don’t want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in and let us know! FPN: Check out the other shows on the
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Episode 164: Dunes Brewing, Part 1
02/14/2024
Episode 164: Dunes Brewing, Part 1
While the city of Port Orange is not Daytona Beach, they are close enough to where the uninitiated could easily be confused by the two. Even though Dunes Brewing is in Port Orange, it is just over the Dunlawton Bridge in a tiny little portion of Port Orange that sits on the barrier island completely surrounded by Daytona Beach Shores. Since opening in 2021 (almost underneath the Dunlawton bridge), Dunes has been releasing an amazing amount of beers and special events--even including a full day of Luchador wrestling! I spoke to Dunes Co-founder Michael Benedict and Sasha Staton, Advertising Manager for Benedict Marketing, about the creation of the brewery, the beers they like to make, and much more. Listen in... Host: of the Executive Producer: Field Producer/Photographer: Steve Pekala Editor: Guest: Michael Benedict and Sasha Staton Link: Link: Equipment Sponsor: | Featured Product: | Interested in becoming FBP’s next Title Sponsor? Support the Show on Patreon: Opening Voice Over Courtesy of: Jeff Brozovich Follow Florida Beer Blog on , , and . Additional Support Provided by: and Join the FPN Facebook Group: Partner with FPN: From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don’t want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in and let us know! FPN: Check out the other shows on the
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Episode 163: 4 Hands Brewing, St. Louis, MO
01/24/2024
Episode 163: 4 Hands Brewing, St. Louis, MO
Founded in 2011, Four Hands Brewing has become one of the largest craft breweries in all of eastern Missouri. Their flagship beer, City Wide, is just that--available pretty much everywhere in St. Louis proper and beyond. They've been the inspiration and collaborator to a number of breweries around the country--especially Tripping Animals in Doral. In fact, Tripping Animals was one of the five breweries chosen for their current series of collaborations based around the famous '80s television show, Voltron. I had the opportunity to sit down with Four Hands CEO and President, Kevin Lemp, to talk about making beer in the shadow of one of the largest breweries on the planet--both Four Hands and their sister distillery 1220 Spirits, and, of course, that Voltron collaboration. Listen in... Host: of the Executive Producer: Field Producer/Photographer: Steve Pekala Editor: Guest: Kevin Lemp, Equipment Sponsor: | Featured Product: | Interested in becoming FBP’s next Title Sponsor? Support the Show on Patreon: Opening Voice Over Courtesy of: Jeff Brozovich Follow Florida Beer Blog on , , and . Additional Support Provided by: and Join the FPN Facebook Group: Partner with FPN: From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don’t want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in and let us know! FPN: Check out the other shows on the
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Episode 162: Halpatter Brewing, Part 2
01/10/2024
Episode 162: Halpatter Brewing, Part 2
In Part Two of our interview with Halpatter Brewing co-founders, Chris Candler and Jeremy Gable, we will go into the future of Halpatter Brewing, and also a nod to the past--especially the importance of the name "Halpatter" to both of them and to Lake City itself. Listen in... Host: of the Executive Producer: Field Producer/Photographer: Steve Pekala Editor: Guests: Chris Candler and Jeremy Gable of Equipment Sponsor: | Featured Product: | Interested in becoming FBP’s next Title Sponsor? Support the Show on Patreon: Opening Voice Over Courtesy of: Jeff Brozovich Follow Florida Beer Blog on , , and . Additional Support Provided by: and Join the FPN Facebook Group: Partner with FPN: From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don’t want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in and let us know! FPN: Check out the other shows on the
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Episode 161: Halpatter Brewing, Part 1
01/03/2024
Episode 161: Halpatter Brewing, Part 1
Situated in north Florida, just south of the intersection between Interstates 10 and 75, is the town of Lake City. Formerly known as Alligator Village by the Seminoles, it became a major railroad hub in the early 20th century. Its influence is starting to rise again with Halpatter Brewing--Lake City's only brewery and a significant player in the north Florida beer scene. In their historic building, we sat down with co-founders Chris Candler and Jeremy Gable to talk about building their brewery, the importance of Lake City to the Halpatter story, and some of the more colorful stories that they have had to endure in their relatively short existence. Listen in... Host: of the Executive Producer: Field Producer/Photographer: Steve Pekala Editor: Guests: Chris Candler and Jeremy Gable of Equipment Sponsor: | Featured Product: | Interested in becoming FBP’s next Title Sponsor? Support the Show on Patreon: Opening Voice Over Courtesy of: Jeff Brozovich Follow Florida Beer Blog on , , and . Additional Support Provided by: and Join the FPN Facebook Group: Partner with FPN: From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don’t want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in and let us know! FPN: Check out the other shows on the
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