Beer Blues and BS

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Beer, Blues, and BS - a podcast that invites you to pour yourself a cold beverage, pull up a chair, and enjoy the company of good friends. Hosts Howard Blues and Mark Kidder share stories, discuss hobbies and what’s on tap. Topics: TV/Movies Beer, whiskey, and other libations Video games Board games Hockey - Go Avs! Go Sioux! Music and Tales of our Glorious Past! Hosts: Mark Kidder earned his title of ”The Man, The Myth, The Legend” after hosting the #1 rated rock show per capita in the nation for three years running. After retiring from radio at the top of his game, Mark is once again rocking the mic. Kidder is not shy about sharing his love of rock, hockey, Star Trek, and good whisky. Howard Blues is the man with too many hobbies. While podcasting may be his newest one, he also attempts to enjoy board gaming, painting models, playing video games, and writing. His reputation is that of a silent historian with the occasional one-liner, but he is excited to talk about hockey, Star Wars, board games, and his newest adventure fatherhood.

  1. 2D AGO

    The Legend's Last Ride

    From the airwaves to the assembly line, Episode 260 of Beer, Blues, and BS is a journey through corporate radio drama and high-tech hobbies. Mark Kidder pulls back the curtain on the end of his show, Last Ride Home, giving us a raw look at corporate radio "cutbacks," the secret world of "Radio Diaries," and what it’s like to have the #1 rated show in the country one day and be the "bug on the windshield" the next. But as one door closes, a parade float opens! The crew brainstorms a world-first: broadcasting the TripleB live from a parade (May 8th!), complete with candy-throwing logistics and "sound interference" warnings. In the hobby corner, LCL Geek shows off his new drone footage while discussing the legal headaches of Part 107 licensing. Howard Blues shares his first-ever paid miniature commission—a mushroom fairy for a coworker—and reveals the Heritage Center's wild new expansion: a 60-foot Minuteman III missile destined for a 57-foot room. On Tap this Episode: Rudeboy Kyle: Duvel Belgian Strong Blonde (4.7/5) – Featuring the "Bubbly Tornado." Mark Kidder: Half Brothers Classic Golden Ale. Doc: MXD Long Island Iced Tea (12% ABV & a 4.8-rated homemade pot pie). LCL Geek: New Glarus Pillzner (Surprisingly bitter). Howard Blues: Kiwi Watermelon Sparkling Water (The "Artificial Sugar" struggle).   Recorded: 4.3.26 0:00 – Intro 2:12 – What’s on Tap? 13:22 – Hockey Playoffs & March Madness 22:01 – What’s on Tap? Doc 27:45 – LCL Geek’s New Toy 34:35 – New Military Gallery  39:51 – Reaper Miniatures New Paint Line 45:20 – The Last Ride Home With Kidder & Radio Ratings 57:42 – Band Night Parade 1:12:44 – Cheap Plugs 1:16:55 – Final Thoughts   https://streamlabs.com/beerbluesbs https://beerbluesbs.podbean.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@BeerBluesBS?sub_confirmation=1 https://open.spotify.com/show/1pnho1ZzuGgThbLpXbAs3t https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2Unmhz98iRYU97l18uJp99 https://www.twitch.tv/tuez13 https://www.youtube.com/@HowardsCaveofWonder?sub_confirmation=1 https://www.twitch.tv/krdneyewitnessweathernow 6:21 #BeerBluesAndBs #Podcast #TripleBBSPodcast #Podcast #ComedyPodcast #BeerPodcast #Brews #Laughs #BrewsAndLaughs #podcast #tripleb #Comedy #Beer #Blues #Bs #IPA #CraftBeer #BeerBluesBS #BeerBluesBS #5YearAnniversary #PodcastMilestone #BismarckND #MarchMadness #TripleB #RadioLife #DronePhotography #MiniaturePainting #CraftBeer #Duvel #FrozenFour #PodcastLife

    1h 28m

  2. APR 10

    5 Years of Bs & 1,500 Drinks Later...

    Five years. 259 episodes. 1,550 Drinks. We’ve officially hit the half-decade milestone, and we’re celebrating the only way we know how: with a two-hour marathon of brews, questionable trivia, and a healthy dose of revenge. The anniversary kicks off with a massive What’s On Tap session featuring everything from a legendary 4.9-rated Cold Smoke Scotch Ale to a White Mocha Stout that divided the room. We also dive into the "Big Data" of TripleB—did you know we’ve put away 200 non-alcoholic beverages over the last five years? LCL Geek breaks down the spreadsheets, revealing that 86.77% of our "research" has been strictly alcoholic. But it’s not all toasts and trophies. JS finally gets his revenge on Howard for years of IPA torture by serving up a bag of mystery drinks. Plus, we talk about the end of an era at Oscars Bar, the legend of Chuck Norris, and a physical challenge in Boise involving a 66-pound silver ingot. Anniversary Highlights: Trivia Chaos: We put our history in the hands of a robot, and it hallucinated half the show. The Spreadsheet Reveal: 998 unique drinks and 8 missing states. We’re coming for you, Mississippi! Oscars' Under the Pit: New management, refunded memberships, and retrieving grandma's gear from the lockers. Travel Tips: Why you need to visit Craters of the Moon and a specific Chinese joint in Walla Walla. Recorded: 3.20.26 0:00 – Intro 3:16 – What’s on Tap? 17:17 – RIP Chuck Norris 19:45 – Triple B Trivia Round 1 30:53 – What’s on Tap? Round 2 42:15 – Triple B Drink Stats 49:14 – Goodbye to Oscars 55:24 – March Madness 58:37 – Triple B Trivia Round 2 1:12:36 – What’s on Tap? Round 3 1:28:55 – Are We Going to Tell That Story? 1:32:37 – JS’ New Challenge 1:35:31 – Craters of the Moon and Amazing Chinese Food 1:40:27 – Triple B Trivia Round 3 1:48:46 – Productive Podcasting 1:49:55 – What’s on Tap? Last Call 1:54:50 – IPA Appreciation Month 2:00:30 – Cheap Plugs 2:03:28:02 – Final Thoughts   https://streamlabs.com/beerbluesbs https://beerbluesbs.podbean.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@BeerBluesBS?sub_confirmation=1 https://open.spotify.com/show/1pnho1ZzuGgThbLpXbAs3t https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2Unmhz98iRYU97l18uJp99 https://www.twitch.tv/tuez13 https://www.youtube.com/@HowardsCaveofWonder?sub_confirmation=1 https://www.twitch.tv/krdneyewitnessweathernow 7:26 #BeerBluesAndBs #Podcast #TripleBBSPodcast #Podcast #ComedyPodcast #BeerPodcast #Brews #Laughs #BrewsAndLaughs #podcast #tripleb #Comedy #Beer #Blues #Bs #IPA #CraftBeer #BeerBluesBS #BeerBluesBS #5YearAnniversary #PodcastMilestone #ColdSmoke #CraftBeer #AIFails #BismarckND #MarchMadness #OscarsBar #TripleB

    2h 58m

  3. APR 3

    3D Coloring and Breast Pump "Frogs"

    It’s a family affair and a trip down memory lane! This week on Beer, Blues, and BS, we welcome back a legend: Lefty Blues makes her first appearance since Episode 76! We’ve traded the beer for lukewarm water (shoutout to "Lukewarm Lefty") to tackle a live painting session of some "Heart Breaker" miniatures. The episode is pure chaos from the start, featuring technical glitches, a "Wild Child" interruption, and the hazards of painting while overtired. We dive deep into the world of Reaper vs. Army Painter speed paints, discuss the "programming" logic of the board game Colt Express, and share some truly therapeutic rants about the nightmare of retail work at Kohl’s. From the "electronic frog" sounds of wearable breast pumps to the mystery of why toddlers ask the same question 40 times a day, this episode is a raw, funny look at hobbies, parenting, and surviving the workplace. Inside this Episode: Retail Horror Stories: Solving the "Shoe Department Puzzle" and dealing with managers who can't remember your name. Hobby Talk: Is miniature painting just "3D coloring"? Plus, the "Slap Chop" technique and color-correction fails. Parenting Real Talk: Handling "big emotions" after a late-night Bobcats hockey game. TV Recs: Why you should check out Blind Spot and the latest on the Scrubs revival. Recorded: 3.14.26 0:00 – Intro 2:01 – What We Are Painting 6:03 – Kid Express & Trains 9:52 – Overtired Kids & Hockey 15:30 – Painting, Paint Pens, and Slap Chop 21:27 – Lefty’s TV Viewing 27:46 – Retail Nightmare Stories 40:36 – Fixing Painting Mistakes 42:42 – More Stories 47:26 – Old People and Breast Pump Frogs 52:06 – My Bloody Valentine 54:45 – For the Love of Zambonis 58:13 – How the Miniatures are looking 1:00:25 – Cheap Plugs 1:03:10 – Final Thoughts https://streamlabs.com/beerbluesbs https://beerbluesbs.podbean.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@BeerBluesBS?sub_confirmation=1 https://open.spotify.com/show/1pnho1ZzuGgThbLpXbAs3t https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2Unmhz98iRYU97l18uJp99 https://www.twitch.tv/tuez13 https://www.youtube.com/@HowardsCaveofWonder?sub_confirmation=1 https://www.twitch.tv/krdneyewitnessweathernow 9:20 #BeerBluesAndBs #Podcast #TripleBBSPodcast #Podcast #ComedyPodcast #BeerPodcast #Brews #Laughs #BrewsAndLaughs #podcast #tripleb #Comedy #Beer #Blues #Bs #IPA #CraftBeer #BeerBluesBS #BeerBluesBS #MiniaturePainting #RetailHorrorStories #ArmyPainter #ReaperMiniatures #ParentingHumor #Kohls #BoardGames #PodcastLife #BismarckND #paintingminiatures #miniaturepainting

    1h 7m

  4. MAR 27

    The Beer Draft: Who Snagged the Best Bottles?

    Get ready for the ultimate cellar clean-out! In Episode 257, the crew is clearing the decks and preparing for the road to the 5-Year Anniversary (coming up fast at Episode 259!) with a high-stakes TripleB Beer & Liquor Draft. To determine the draft order, the team plays a cutthroat guessing game based on nearly 250 episodes of show history. From "Toilet Turtles" to JS Gunslinger’s infamous "Four Loko and Juice" incident, we’re revisiting the moments that made the show. Before the draft madness, we dive into the "Battle Van" project, debate whether artificial banana flavor is a culinary masterpiece or a crime, and hear a wild "small world" story about Doc meeting Mark Kidder’s dad years before the podcast even existed. Inside this Episode: Draft Day: Guessing the episode numbers of show classics to win the "hard stuff." Small World: Doc’s history with the Kidder family at a high school debate tournament. The "Worst" Soda: Why the Lemon Warheads soda earned a brutal 1/5 rating. Lego Talk: LCL Geek’s tips on "Banana Kick" snacks and green screen builds. Recorded 3.7.26 0:00 – Intro 1:44 – What’s on Tap? 9:19 – Atlanta and A Small World 14:14 – Podcasting Ain’t Cheap 16:13 – What’s on Tap? Howard 19:50 – Banana Candy Flavoring 22:56 – Dad Jokes of the Week 26:14 – Beer Draft 1:04:11 – Cheap Plugs 1:07:20 – Final Thoughts https://streamlabs.com/beerbluesbs https://beerbluesbs.podbean.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@BeerBluesBS?sub_confirmation=1 https://open.spotify.com/show/1pnho1ZzuGgThbLpXbAs3t https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2Unmhz98iRYU97l18uJp99 https://www.twitch.tv/tuez13 https://www.youtube.com/@HowardsCaveofWonder?sub_confirmation=1 https://www.twitch.tv/krdneyewitnessweathernow 1:07:59 #BeerBluesAndBs #Podcast #TripleBBSPodcast #Podcast #ComedyPodcast #BeerPodcast #Brews #Laughs #BrewsAndLaughs #podcast #tripleb #Comedy #Beer #Blues #Bs #IPA #CraftBeer #BeerBluesBS #Ghosts #Ghoststories #History #WWE #Royal Rumble #Mysterybox #Custer #GeorgeArmstrongCuster #Dadjokes #paintingminiatures #miniaturepainting

    1h 20m

  5. MAR 20

    Is the Scrubs Revival Actually Good?

    From "Electric Blue Phlegm" to $40 lawsuits, this episode of Beer, Blues, and BS is a rollercoaster of medical mysteries and questionable life choices. Howard Blues kicks things off with a terrifying discovery involving color-changing Oreos, while Doc tempts fate by nearly buying a Four Loko—only to settle on a "High Gravity" lager that definitely wasn't "smooth." The crew dives deep into the Blackhawks' rebuilding agony, the return of Nazem Kadri to the Avalanche, and a heated critique of Starfleet Academy (including an alien that throws up glitter?). We also talk about the Scrubs revival, the "power in numbers" of class action lawsuits, and why every miniature painter needs to own a literal box of skulls. Inside this Episode: The "Judas" Opportunity: Why Mark Kidder is failing at wrestling references. Medical Lawsuits: Why University of Washington students are getting a $40 "win." Horror Gaming: Preparing for Resident Evil Requiem and surviving jump scares. The AI Incident: LCL Geek’s fake shark story that the robot missed.     Recorded: 3.6.26 0:00 – Intro 4:33 – What’s on Tap? Round 1 11:51 – Color Changing Oreos 15:14 – Somebody Kicks Down the Door 21:22 – Hockey Update 32:23 – Scrubs Revival 37:37 – What’s on Tap? Round 2 41:30 – Starfleet Academy & COVID 46:55 – Don’t Take Our Advice As Proper Legal Advice 52:44 – Shows After Actor Loss & Resident Evil 57:50 – Cheap Plugs 59:52 – Final Thoughts   https://streamlabs.com/beerbluesbs https://beerbluesbs.podbean.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@BeerBluesBS?sub_confirmation=1 https://open.spotify.com/show/1pnho1ZzuGgThbLpXbAs3t https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2Unmhz98iRYU97l18uJp99 https://www.twitch.tv/tuez13 https://www.youtube.com/@HowardsCaveofWonder?sub_confirmation=1 https://www.twitch.tv/krdneyewitnessweathernow 46:36 #BeerBluesAndBs #Podcast #TripleBBSPodcast #Podcast #ComedyPodcast #BeerPodcast #Brews #Laughs #BrewsAndLaughs #podcast #tripleb #Comedy #Beer #Blues #Bs #IPA #CraftBeer #BeerBluesBS #Ghosts #Ghoststories #History #WWE #Royal Rumble #Mysterybox #Custer #GeorgeArmstrongCuster #Dadjokes #paintingminiatures #miniaturepainting

    1h 9m

  6. MAR 13

    Ghosts of the Custer House

    From handmade jerky to a "million rabbits walking backward," the crew is back to break down the latest in brews, beef, and the bizarre state of streaming sports. This week, we dive into the "WWE Streaming Nightmare"—explaining why you now need four different subscriptions just to follow your favorite wrestlers—and speculate on the mysterious person-sized crate delivered to Monday Night Raw. The highlight of the night? A deep dive into Jerky Science. LCL Geek brings a clone recipe from Three Floyds, leading to a heated debate over whether carbonation in a Dr. Pepper marinade actually tenderizes the meat. Plus, we settle the score on Tajin seasoning (it belongs on everything), explore the "ghosts" of the Custer House, and a humorous AI mistake. On Tap this Episode: LCL Geek: Rutland Red American Amber Ale (3.7/5) Rudeboy Kyle: Sam Adams Blackberry Witbier & a Zero Proof Cosmo Doc: Bee Haven Ginger & Coriander Mead (A spicy 4.5/5!) JS Gunslinger: Lines White Mocha Stout (The only person who likes it!) Howard Blues: Warheads Sour Watermelon Soda (The "Sugar Bomb") 3 Floyds Jerky Seasoning Recipe scaled to 1lb 23g Brown Sugar 4g Salt 5g Black Pepper 5g Paprika 5g mustard powder 5g garlic powder Recorded: 2.20.26 0:00 – Intro 2:18 – What’s on Tap? 14:39 – Tajin on Watermelon? 20:31 – Jerky Taste Test 25:38 – WWE Too Expensive? 32:04 – Dad Jokes of the Week 34:33 – What’s on Tap? Round 2 44:13 – The Upcoming Beer Draft 53:14 – Doctorates Secrets & Engagement 58:15 – Not Drunk Enough? 1:03:07 – Haunted Historic Site Stories 1:05:33 – Cheap Plugs 1:07:28 – Final Thoughts https://streamlabs.com/beerbluesbs https://beerbluesbs.podbean.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@BeerBluesBS?sub_confirmation=1 https://open.spotify.com/show/1pnho1ZzuGgThbLpXbAs3t https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2Unmhz98iRYU97l18uJp99 https://www.twitch.tv/tuez13 https://www.youtube.com/@HowardsCaveofWonder?sub_confirmation=1 https://www.twitch.tv/krdneyewitnessweathernow 15:44 #BeerBluesAndBs #Podcast #TripleBBSPodcast #Podcast #ComedyPodcast #BeerPodcast #Brews #Laughs #BrewsAndLaughs #podcast #tripleb #Comedy #Beer #Blues #Bs #IPA #CraftBeer #BeerBluesBS #Ghosts #Ghoststories #History #WWE #Royal Rumble #Mysterybox #Custer #GeorgeArmstrongCuster #Dadjokes #paintingminiatures #miniaturepainting #jerky #jerkyaddiction #BeerBluesBS #Beer #Blues #BS #ColoradoAvalanche #Avalanche #Hockey #NHL #FightingSioux #ForeverSioux #Metallica

    1h 25m

  7. MAR 6

    Starfleet Academy: A Masterclass in Bad Writing?

    Is modern Sci-Fi "rage-baiting" its own fans? This week, Mark Kidder goes on a legendary tear against Starfleet Academy, breaking down everything from planet-sized plot holes to the "moronic" behavior of the newest cadets. From inconsistent transporters to the dramatic, unnecessary warp-sequence strobe lights, we’re asking the tough question: Has Trek lost its way by pandering to short attention spans? The crew also dives into the Scrubs revival (and whether it can redeem the "Season 9" disaster), the physical accuracy of Alan Ritchson vs. Tom Cruise in Reacher, and why modern Netflix movies feel the need to repeat their plots five times just in case you're looking at your phone. Plus, LCL Geek gives an update on his "Local Lego Builder" channel and we settle the ultimate nerd debate: To sticker or not to sticker? On Tap this Episode: LCL Geek: Ice Auger Lager (Junkyard Brewing) – A solid 4.3! Doc: Two Towns Cider House "Outsider" Howard Blues: Warheads Sour Green Apple Soda (Slightly sour, mostly artificial)   Recorded: 2.6.26 0:00 – Intro 2:26 – What’s on Tap?  9:32 – Local Lego Builder 12:35 – Lego: Stickers or Printed On 16:02 – Starfleet Academy: 90210 33:04 – Stranger Things 35:08 – Star Trek Online & More Trek Talk 40:26 – The Night Manager & British TV 43:57 – Reacher & Paradise 47:24 – More Star Trek Problems 48:24 – The Lincoln Lawyer & Scrubs Revival 56:18 – The Quest for New Audiences 1:09:24 – Final Thoughts  https://streamlabs.com/beerbluesbs https://beerbluesbs.podbean.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@BeerBluesBS?sub_confirmation=1 https://open.spotify.com/show/1pnho1ZzuGgThbLpXbAs3t https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2Unmhz98iRYU97l18uJp99 https://www.twitch.tv/tuez13 https://www.youtube.com/@HowardsCaveofWonder?sub_confirmation=1 https://www.twitch.tv/krdneyewitnessweathernow 7:09 #BeerBluesAndBs #Podcast #TripleBBSPodcast #Podcast #ComedyPodcast #BeerPodcast #Brews #Laughs #BrewsAndLaughs #podcast #tripleb #Comedy #Beer #Blues #Bs #IPA #CraftBeer #BeerBluesBS #StarTrek #StarfleetAcademy #Reacher #ScrubsRevival #LegoLife #SciFiFans #PodcastLife #JunkyardBrewing #TVCritique

    1h 20m

  8. FEB 27

    Curling Cheaters? The Canadian Finger Poke Controversy

    Put down the Silver Monkey and pick up a cold one! This week on Beer, Blues, and BS, the crew is diving into the nostalgia of Legends of the Hidden Temple (and why the reboot totally sucked) before tackling the most bizarre headlines from the Winter Olympics. From a Bismarck local taking home the gold to the infamous "Penis Gate" ski jumping scandal, we’re covering the stories the mainstream news is too afraid to touch. The "What's on Tap" segment makes history this week with every single drink in Round 1 scoring a 4.0 or higher. We also get a deep dive into Battlefield 6—discussing everything from rainbow sniper shots and tank streaks to the "hardcore" crackdown on cheaters. Plus, Howard Blues continues his "penalty shot" model painting project, while LCL Geek shares the technical struggles of a Lego builder’s green screen. Inside this Episode: Olympic Scandals: The Canadian curling "finger poke" controversy and the physics of ski jumping suits. Gaming Nostalgia: Reminiscing about the 3-minute "Drop Zone" victory and the legendary Shipment map. Hobby Corner: Howard's "Action Cam" (sort of) works, and Rudeboy Kyle picks a jewel color. Winter Warning: Why you need to prep your snow thrower before the 7-inch surprise. Recorded 2.20.26 0:00 – Intro 3:12 – What’s on Tap? 15:59 – Howard’s Painting Challenge 19:31 – Local Lego Builder 21:33 – Olympics Controversies 34:29 – What’s on Tap? Round 2 44:10 – Battlefield 6 54:18 – Call of Duty Nostalgia 1:02:15 – Cheap Plugs 1:05:00 – Final Thoughts https://streamlabs.com/beerbluesbs https://beerbluesbs.podbean.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@BeerBluesBS?sub_confirmation=1 https://open.spotify.com/show/1pnho1ZzuGgThbLpXbAs3t https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2Unmhz98iRYU97l18uJp99 https://www.twitch.tv/tuez13 https://www.youtube.com/@HowardsCaveofWonder?sub_confirmation=1 https://www.twitch.tv/krdneyewitnessweathernow 42:59 #BeerBluesAndBs #Podcast #TripleBBSPodcast #Podcast #ComedyPodcast #BeerPodcast #Brews #Laughs #BrewsAndLaughs #podcast #tripleb #Comedy #Beer #Blues #Bs #IPA #CraftBeer #BeerBluesBS #Olympics #Curling #Battlefield6 #controversy #Hockey #USAHockey #Goldmedal #CallofDuty

    1h 43m
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Beer, Blues, and BS - a podcast that invites you to pour yourself a cold beverage, pull up a chair, and enjoy the company of good friends. Hosts Howard Blues and Mark Kidder share stories, discuss hobbies and what’s on tap. Topics: TV/Movies Beer, whiskey, and other libations Video games Board games Hockey - Go Avs! Go Sioux! Music and Tales of our Glorious Past! Hosts: Mark Kidder earned his title of ”The Man, The Myth, The Legend” after hosting the #1 rated rock show per capita in the nation for three years running. After retiring from radio at the top of his game, Mark is once again rocking the mic. Kidder is not shy about sharing his love of rock, hockey, Star Trek, and good whisky. Howard Blues is the man with too many hobbies. While podcasting may be his newest one, he also attempts to enjoy board gaming, painting models, playing video games, and writing. His reputation is that of a silent historian with the occasional one-liner, but he is excited to talk about hockey, Star Wars, board games, and his newest adventure fatherhood.

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  • Creator
    beerbluesbs
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    100
  • Rating
    Explicit
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