Sunday, March 29, 2026

s02e02

 "Timmy Buffett"

Episode Notes:

Introduction by Bill Allebach, Randy Jemerson

Intro Music, "Another Round" by Enter the Haggis (used by permission)

Dive into a lively chat full of brewing experiments, memorable stories, and humor that keeps you engaged from start to finish. Explore beer brewing, personal anecdotes, and a splash of Irish humor. In this episode: The gang shares recent adventures, including a visit to Treloar Bar and Grill. Brewing updates and experimenting with lime, sea salt, and carbonation in homebrewed beer. Anecdotes about beer ordering etiquette, sports outings, and humorous stories about cows, and animals. Review of specialty beers like Irish cream barrel-aged stout by Boulevard and Madagascar stout by Four Hands. Storytelling about beer garnishes, bartending misadventures, and sampling experiences. Movie and TV nostalgia, including references to Dallas, SNL, and classic sitcoms. Impressions of local and international beer brands, with insights on ingredient sourcing in Ireland. Humor about animal rescue dogs, cryogenics, and mythical tales of Saint Bernard. A toast to the upcoming summer drinking season with creative beer cocktails and recipes. Timestamps: 00:32 - Introduction and recent outings to local bars 02:32 - Homebrewing progress and lime salt experiments 04:32 - Tasting and carbonation hopes for brewed beer 06:32 - Beer preferences, favorite flavors, and liming options 08:32 - Funny stories about garnished beers and ordering mishaps 10:32 - Sampling Boulevard Irish cream barrel-aged stout 12:32 - Review of Madagascar stout by Four Hands Brewery 14:32 - Discussions on Irish beer ingredients and brewing regions 16:32 - Anecdotes about animal rescue dogs and mountaineering myths 18:32 - Cryogenics, and hypothetical future tech 20:32 - Local sports updates, parking costs, and hot dog stories 22:32 - Creative beer cocktails, including Mexican car bombs and Timmy Buffet mixes 24:32 - Clarifications on online beer sourcing and ingredient preparations 26:32 - Nostalgic TV references and amusing miscommunications 28:32 - Final beer ratings, personal favorites, and summer drinking plans 30:32 - Wrap-up, episode conclusions, and upcoming brewing plans Beers Sampled: Boulevard Brewing Irish Cream Barrel-Aged Stout Four Hands Madagascar Stout West Kerry Brewery Dark Ale Timmy Buffett's Landshark Special St. Bernardus Christmas Ale The Crew: Brewmeister Shane (“Shoeless Shane Jackson”) Tim (“Timmy Buffett”) Mayor Larry (“Elder Statesman”) JC (“MC”) Mike (“The Stoutmeister”) A C3WP Media LLC Production

Thursday, March 5, 2026

se02e01

 

"Belly of the Yeast"



On this episode:
JC, Shane, Tim, Larry, & Mike

Episode Notes:

Introduction by Bill Allebach, Randy Jemerson

A special video episode of the gang getting brewing lessons from Brewmeister Shane.  We delve into the intricate process of brewing beer, discussing everything from recipe formulation to fermentation techniques. We explore the importance of ingredients like yeast and hops, the role of temperature control, and the art and science behind brewing. The conversation is filled with practical insights and humorous anecdotes, making it both informative and entertaining.

Chapters
00:30 Crafting a Unique Beer Recipe
03:27 Ingredients and Brewing Process
05:08 Understanding Yeast and Fermentation
07:52 Temperature Control in Brewing
10:33 The Art and Science of Brewing
13:24 Clarifying the Wort
16:36 The Waiting Game
16:52 Prep the Wort
19:48 Brewing History and Techniques
23:11 Tasting the Wort
24:55 Smaller vs Bigger Setup
25:44 Woodstock
28:33 Prepping the Wort
37:56 The Art of Brewing: Patience and Precision
43:31 Understanding Hops: The Heart of Beer Flavor
48:57 Boiling and Brewing: The Transformation Process
56:39 Fermentation: The Key to Beer Creation
01:06:40 Final Steps: From Fermentation to Serving
01:07:58 Adding the yeast

s02e03

"The New Flannels Are In" On this episode: JC, Brew Meister Shane, Mayor Larry, Tim 'The Tim Man' Episode Notes: Introduct...