Maine Beer Geeks: Hardball & Hops
Two self-proclaimed baseball historians and craft beer enthusiasts from Maine sharing candid conversation on “America’s Pastime” and Maine|New England craft beer.
Episodes
121 episodes
Episode 121: Sox Talk and New Beers from a Couple of Our Favorite Breweries
In this episode we discuss possibilities for the Red Sox roster moving forward, all while sipping on a couple of beers from both Bissell Brothers Brewing and Treehouse Brewing Company. Listen in to hear our takes on all the things...
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Season 6
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Episode 14
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59:01
Episode 120: Who Stays and Who Goes?
In this episode we discuss our visions for the future of the roster for next year's Boston Red Sox team... and we perhaps preview our upcoming pilgrimage to Hill Farmstead Brewery in Vermont to celebrate Rich's birthday.
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Season 6
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Episode 13
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55:04
Episode 119: Oktoberfest Tasting!
In this episode we taste Oktoberfest offerings from a couple of Maine craft breweries (Definitive Brewing Company & Bissell Brothers Brewing), as well as from Vermont (Hill Farmstead Brewery) and Massachusetts (Tree House Brewing Company). ...
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Season 6
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Episode 12
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51:02
Episode 118: Fox Farm Brewery - Salem, CT
In this episode we are introduced to a new craft brewery from Connecticut - Fox Farm Brewery. We sample three of their beers - Riffle (West Coast IPA); Burst (Unfiltered IPA); and Roam (American Pale Ale). Listen in to hear ou...
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Season 6
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Episode 11
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41:00
Episode 117: Tasting Some End of Summer Crushers
In this episode we focus our attention on a few Summer Crushers... the "lawnmower beers", as it were. You know, the ones that you down in seconds flat after a hot session on the lawnmower! Listen in to hear our thoughts on these bee...
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Season 6
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Episode 10
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34:17
Episode 116: One of our favorite craft beers now in three versions
In this episode we happily taste the "siblings" of one of very favorite Maine craft beers... Thirsty Botanist from Boothbay Craft Brewery. As with many iconic IPAs, a double and sessionable version has burst onto the scene recently. ...
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Season 6
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Episode 9
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45:17
Episode 115: Blueberry Beer Tasting, Part II
In this episode we continue our exploration of blueberry inspired craft beers. As always, listen in to hear our thoughts on these four offerings.
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Season 6
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Episode 8
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34:51
Episode 114: Blueberry Beer Tasting, Part 1
Getting through the dog days of Summer and sliding towards Labor Day with Part 1 of our Blueberry Beer tasting experience. Listen in to hear our thoughts on these treats.
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Season 6
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Episode 7
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31:36
Episode 113: Collabs & A Tropical Desert Beer!
In this episode we taste a couple of collab beers from one of our favorite Maine craft breweries, Mast Landing Brewing Company. And we also sample a tasty pastry sour ale from Southern Grist Brewing Company (Nashville, TN). Listen i...
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Season 6
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Episode 6
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51:07
Episode 112: Tasting a Special Collection from Hill Farmstead
In this episode we taste a special collection of craft beers from our happy place, Hill Farmstead Brewery in Vermont. These Farmhouse Style craft beers all share the same base, but are brewed with different hop profiles. Tune in to ...
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Season 6
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Episode 5
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1:01:41
Episode 111: Post All Star Game Blues Conversation... and a couple of tasty craft beers!
In this early morning episode we of course start with a taste of "Breakfast" from Maine Beer Company. We also have conversation surrounding the struggles of our beloved Red Sox since resuming action after the all-star break. Then it...
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Season 6
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Episode 4
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29:25
Episode 110: A Selection of Maine/Vermont Craft Beer & Some Sox Talk
In this episode we're tasting craft beers from Maine and Vermont; and of course, there's some Sox talk as well. Listen in for our thoughts and opinions on both topics.
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Season 6
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Episode 3
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56:36
Episode 109: A Tasty Trip to Funkytown!
In this episode we once again step out of our comfort zones and take a tasty little trip to Funkytown. And no, it's not a walk on the dark side again as there was not a stout to be had this time around. Listen in to see which styles...
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Season 6
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Episode 2
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48:44
Episode 108: We're Back, Baby!
As the song states at the beginning of this episode, "It's been such a long time... !! 265 days, in fact, since we last posted any content. We've missed you all and are happy to be behind the mics again. We're back and we kick...
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Season 6
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Episode 1
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1:09:54
Episode 107: Is it always stout season?
In this episode we sample craft beers that really take us out of our comfort zones. But, in true Maine Beer Geeks style we finish up with one our all-time favorites. Tune in to hear our thoughts on the stouts we tasted.
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Season 5
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Episode 5
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47:13
Episode 106: Go West Young Man!
In this episode we sample several examples of West Coast IPAs and discuss their merits as it relates to the true criteria(s) of the style. Listen in to hear our thoughts and "non expert" reviews.
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Season 5
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Episode 4
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49:32
Episode 105: Vertical At Its Finest!
In this episode we sample beers from two of our favorite New England craft breweries. But not just any beer... nope, we taste variations of three iconic brews. Tune it to hear our thoughts on whether or not these examples of vertica...
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Season 5
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Episode 3
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1:00:33
Episode 104: Paying Homage to the 2004 Boston Red Sox and Sipping on Some Sours
In this episode we reminisce on the 2004 World Champion Boston Red Sox, this being the 20th anniversary of breaking The Curse of the Bambino. For you more "vintage" listeners, do you remember where you were when the final out of that unfo...
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Season 5
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Episode 2
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44:26
Episode 103: It's all about the IPAs
In this episode we reminisce on the unforgettable 2004 season for the Boston Red Sox. This year marks the 20th reunion of the hometown team breaking The Curse of the Bambino. We also sample some tasty IPAs from two of our favorite M...
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Season 5
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Episode 1
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1:15:06
Episode 102: A Tasting of Random Craft Beers Gathered During our Summer Hiatus
In this episode we taste a selection of craft beers picked up along our travels this Summer/Fall. Check out which ones made the cut and our thoughts about each. And listen in on some more riveting baseball talk from two unbiased fan...
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Season 4
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Episode 12
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1:07:49
Episode 101: Left Coast Tasting Session... and more 2023 MLB Season Review
In this episode we turn our attention to the west coast with a tasting of beers from Russian River Brewing Company. Many of you are already familiar with some well-know craft beers from this iconic brewery - such as Pliny the Elder, Blind...
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Season 4
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Episode 11
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53:39
Episode 100: Back in the Saddle for Our Milestone 100th Episode!
We're baaaaack!! After a Summer hiatus... yeah, we took off the entire 2023 MLB season much like the Boston Red Sox... we're back in the recording studio and doing our thing. And that "thing" would be talking baseball and drinking t...
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Season 4
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Episode 10
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1:30:33
Episode 99: Coastal Mass Brewing Beers and Red Sox Opening Day
In this episode we taste some Massachusetts craft beer send to us from one of our loyal listeners, Chase Castner @chaseboat77. He was kind enough to send us three NEIPA varieties from Coastal Maine Brewing in Beverly, MA. List...
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Season 4
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Episode 9
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1:46:10
Episode 98: Something Familiar; Something New
In this episode we talk baseball and Kevin is presented with a new craft beer from a familiar family of beers we both happen to love. Listen in to find out what we're drinking!
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Season 4
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Episode 8
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1:11:52
Episode 97: Maine Craft Beer, Beer Festivals and Maine Brewers' Guild Chatter
In this episode we revisit a few Maine craft beer favorites and taste another from a recent Maine Beer Geeks roadtrip. We also talk about scheduled and possible beer festivals coming up here in Maine later on this year. Lastly, we d...
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Season 4
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Episode 7
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51:42