BeerWise Podcast
The BeerWise Podcast, hosted by Mark DeNote, editor of Florida Beer News, delves into the dynamic world of craft beer, offering listeners a comprehensive look at industry trends, news, and in-depth interviews with key figures shaping the beer landscape.
Each episode explores the past, present, and future of brewing, providing insights into the evolution of beer styles, brewing techniques, and the stories behind renowned breweries. Whether you're a seasoned beer enthusiast or new to the craft beer scene, BeerWise serves as an engaging platform to expand your knowledge and appreciation for the art of brewing and craft beer culture.
BeerWise Podcast
Latest Episodes
Ep. 53: How State Politics Shapes Your Pint with Sam DeWitt
There are many factors that govern our beers, and many times, our favorite beers are shaped by laws most of us never read. I’m joined by Sam DeWitt, the state government affairs director for the Brewers Association, to translate the policy batt...
Ep. 52: Angry Chair's Ryan Dowdle Talking Tampa Bay Beer Week and Dark Embrace
Barrel-aged legends. Shorter lines. Bigger flavor. We sit down with Angry Chair Brewing’s Ryan Dowdle to unpack how Tampa Bay Beer Week thrives when events are curated with intention and rare beers are made more accessible without losing the ma...
Ep. 51: The Brick Store's Neil Callaghan On Curating A Modern Beer Program
Ever wonder how a beer bar becomes a destination instead of a museum? We sit with Brick Store Pub’s beer director, Neil Callaghan, to unpack how a 30-year institution stays fresh while honoring tradition. Neil traces his path from touring music...
Ep. 50: Danielle Vergnaud-McKinnon of Sky Puppy Brewing talks about bats, walls, and community building a brewery
A crumbling Ybor firehouse. Three brick walls and a floor of dirt. A bronze bat that sparked a movement. We sit down with Danielle Vergnaud-McKinnon of Sky Puppy Brewing for a vivid look at how design, community, and patience turned near-ruins ...
Ep. 49: Khris Johnson of Green Bench Brewing believes beer brings people together
The history of a city lives in its landmarks—some beautiful, some painful, all part of the collective story. For Khris Johnson, head brewer and co-owner of Green Bench Brewing in St. Petersburg, reclaiming one such symbol became the foundation ...
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