Chat On Tap

David A. Lennon
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Chat on Tap is a podcast about pubs and the people in them. Each week, host David A. Lennon and a rotating cast of your new best mates pull up a stool as they chat with legends, locals and tap in on what to drink and where to drink it. Chat on Tap is both a love letter to Aussie pubs and beer, and a guidebook to where to go next.

  1. 1D AGO · BONUS

    BONUS POUR - Belgian Tripels at 2 Halfs Brewing and Distilling

    In this Chat on Tap bonus episode, David sits down with Kirk from 2 Halfs Brewing & Distilling to dive into one of Belgium’s most iconic beer styles — the Tripel. Fresh off the previous episode with Matt the Craft Beer MC, this chat explores how Tripel Day came about, what makes the style so unique, and why it’s often called the “king of beers.” Despite sitting around 8% ABV, Tripels are known for being dangerously drinkable — and Kirk explains how yeast, malt and brewing technique create that balance of strength and elegance. Kirk also explains the philosophy behind his brewery-distillery hybrid and how a small operation in Alexandria is producing everything from Belgian-style ales to house spirits and fruit seltzers.  What Belgian Tripel actually is — and why it drinks smoother than its high ABV suggestsHow Tripel Day started and the role Matt the Craft Beer MC played in itThe flavour profile of a classic Tripel: yeast-driven character, fruit notes and deceptively strong alcoholWhy Belgium’s beer culture — from glassware to serving temperature — is still the gold standardInside 2 Halfs Brewing & Distilling and how the brewery + distillery operate side by sideIf you’ve ever wondered what a Belgian Tripel actually tastes like — or why brewers revere the style — this short bonus episode is a quick crash course from someone who’s been brewing them for decades. It’s also a glimpse into one of Sydney’s most interesting small producers. Episode produced by: WHEN Studios Follow: @WHEN.Studios, Insta: @chatontap Interested in sponsorship? email us! Email: hello@chatontap.com Host: David A. Lennon – @davidalennon Website: chatontap.com

    8 min

  2. 6D AGO

    EP18 - World Tripel Day explained by The Craft Beer MC

    What happens when a Newcastle beer fan becomes the Australian ambassador for International Tripel Day? And what exactly IS a Belgian Tripel? Don't worry, David didn't know either until today.  In this episode of Chat on Tap, Dave sits down with Matt Chester “Craft Beer MC” at Two Halfs Brewing in Alexandria to talk Belgian Tripels, the global craft beer community, and how an Instagram beer page turned into friendships around the world.  Why the style is usually 8–9% ABVThe history of Tripels and their roots in Belgian brewingThe rise of Craft Beer MC – Matt’s journey from macro lagers to running a global beer Instagram community with thousands of followers.International Tripel Day explained – what a Belgian Tripel is, why it’s such a legendary beer style, and how Matt became Australia’s ambassador.Beer trades & Beerstagram culture – swapping beers across countries to try rare brews you’d never find locally.Global craft beer friendships – connecting with beer lovers across the US, Canada, the UK, and beyond.00:00 Intro – International Tripel Day at Two Halfs Brewing 01:05 Meet Matt – Craft Beer MC origin story 02:10 First craft beer experiences in the US 03:15 The global craft beer Instagram community 05:30 Beer trades explained 08:30 Meeting through Instagram 10:10 Rare beers and international trades 12:10 Becoming the Australian Tripel Day ambassador 15:10 What exactly is a Belgian Tripel? 16:40 First time drinking a Tripel 18:00 Tapped In – Newcastle beer venues 21:00 Pub pick – The Clarendon Hotel 22:20 Matt’s day job outside beer 23:40 The Craft Beer MC birthday T-shirt story 24:40 Outro  Tapped In – Newcastle Edition Matt’s top venues to visit if you’re heading to Newcastle: Shout BrewingMethod BrewingGrainfed BrewingThe Clarendon Hotel (pub pick)Venues & Breweries Mentioned Two Halfs Brewing – Alexandria, NSW Shout Brewing – Newcastle Method Brewing – Newcastle Grainfed Brewing – Newcastle The Clarendon Hotel – Newcastle Slow Lane Brewing – Botany, NSW International breweries referenced: Tree House Brewing Trillium Brewing The Alchemist Brewing This episode is a perfect snapshot of what craft beer culture is really about — community, sharing great beers, and meeting people you’d never otherwise cross paths with. From Belgian Tripels to beer trades and Beerstagram friendships, this chat shows how one simple beer page can open doors around the world. Recorded at Two Halfs Brewing, Alexandria NSW Episode produced by: WHEN Studios Follow: @WHEN.Studios, Insta: @chatontap Interested in sponsorship? email us! Email: hello@chatontap.com Host: David A. Lennon – @davidalennon Website: chatontap.com

    26 min

  3. MAR 4

    EP 17 - Tall Hoppy Syndrome

    Chat On Tap is back for 2026, and it makes perfect sense to kick off the year with  co-host Cecilia Hollins and a cracking NZ Red IPA in hand. Host David A. Lennon dives straight into the big beer conversations shaping Australia right now, from the fallout of GABS to Australia’s soaring beer prices and the eternal craft vs macro debate. Recorded at the unofficial “Mazza Hotel” in Marrickville, this episode features some beer news, "You've Got Ale" listener questions, Pub Quiz (once again testing the US education system), and the teachings of tall poppy syndrome. And hey craft beer lovers, what are your thoughts on Budweiser?  1️⃣ Mountain Culture’s Four-Peat & Tall Poppy Syndrome Mountain Culture Beer Co wins GABS’ Hottest 100 for the fourth year in a row with Status Quo, sparking debate about dominance, independent breweries, and whether Aussies love cutting down success. And what's up with GABS going forward? 2️⃣ Australia’s Beer Prices Are Among the Highest in the World With Australia ranking in the top 5 most expensive beer countries for 2026, David and Cece unpack excise tax freezes, shrinkflation in pub pours, and why a six-pack in the U.S. feels criminally cheap by comparison. 3️⃣ You've Got Ale - Send in your questions and comments to hello@chatontap.com, or DM on the instagram page @chatontap.  Should you stock your fridge with your favourite beer when overseas? Listener Luke has taken great offence to his mother-in-laws Budweiser habit 4️⃣ Brewery Food: Keep It Simple Food trucks > fancy degustation. The verdict? Crispy chicken wings, burgers, and rotating food trucks win at breweries. Overcomplicate it and you risk missing the point — beer and community first. 👤 Guest – Cecilia “Cece” Hollins Cecilia Hollins is a regular Chat On Tap co-host and a American-Turned-Proud-Aussie. She brings a unique cross cultural lens to pub culture and craft beer. Passionate about community, approachable beer styles, and making craft more accessible, Cece offers sharp takes on everything from GABS politics to fruit-forward pilsners. She’s also not afraid to defend Budweiser - when necessary. Chapters are Auto Generated 00:00 Welcome Back to Chat on Tap 02:54 Holiday Beers 05:34 GABS 08:58 You've Got Ale 11:42 Brewery Food Menus and Recommendations 14:54 Family-Friendly Breweries and Experiences 17:44 Traveling and Beer Recommendations 20:32 Pub Quiz  33:26 Wrap-Up and Future Topics 🍺 Venues & Beers Mentioned Venues Thirstville Bottle Shop – Marrickville, NSWHawke's Brewing Co – Marrickville, NSWBreweries & Beers Mountain Culture Beer Co – Status QuoThe Grifter Brewing Co – Serpent’s Kiss (Watermelon Pilsner)Balter Brewing CompanySingle FinColonial Brewing CoBudweiserEpisode produced by: WHEN Studios Follow: @WHEN.Studios, Insta: @chatontap Interested in sponsorship? email us! Email: hello@chatontap.com Host: David A. Lennon – @davidalennon Website: chatontap.com

    36 min

  4. 12/23/2025

    EP16 - Breakfast Beers and Christmas Cheers

    Surprise! One last episode for 2025, and it's a Christmas Special! We are joined by fan favourites Cecilia Hollins and Matt Baseley for a festive natter about what makes an Aussie Christmas what it is. When does Christmas actually start? From Thanksgiving traditions in the US to the first Test match signalling Aussie summer. The summer of cricket Learning cricket as an adult, Test vs T20 vs ODI, favourite formats, and why Boxing Day is sacred. Christmas drinking decoded (Tapped in) All-day beers, family beers, breakfast beers, and what to bring when you don’t know anything about beer. Wine & whisky for hosting Easy crowd-pleasers, BBQ wines, and which bottles should be hidden from guests. Festive pub culture & traditions Christmas Day at pubs, catered Christmas lunches, cold vs hot Christmas, and why New Year’s rarely lives up to the hype. and Double Pub Quizzes to see out the year. Grab a drink and your favourite holiday sittin' spot and whack your headphones in for a Chat on Tap Chrissy special. Thank you once again for all your love, listening and support in the past few months! I am so excited to bring the podcast back in 2026 and have you there along for the ride! Stay safe and CHEERS David Episode produced by: WHEN Studios Follow: @WHEN.Studios, Insta: @chatontap Interested in sponsorship? email us! Email: hello@chatontap.com Host: David A. Lennon – @davidalennon Website: chatontap.com

    31 min

  5. 12/10/2025

    EP15 - Beers With Boydo - YouTube Crossover

    This episode is pure energy! Our guest is a man who embodies joyful beer enthusiasm: Boyd Robson, the creator behind the YouTube channel Beers with Boydo.  An infectious travel-vlogger-meets-pub-crawler, Boydo is exuberant, wholesome, hilarious and insightful. He joins us at Batch Brewing Co. in Marrickville ahead of an Inner West Ale Trail pub crawl, an area Boydo is not yet familiar with. David challenged himself to see if he could find the best Beers to have with Boydo How the Beers with Boydo channel started.Creating content in public: awkward stares, tips for overcoming fear, hilarious pub encounters, and the infamous drunk lady on the Paddington rooftop.Best beer moments: drinking on top of Mount Kosciuszko, travel episodes in Bali, Wellington & New Caledonia, and the joys of the unexpected.Do garbo's really get xmas beers?Tapped in, Boydo’s top recommendations: the best Sydney spots for German & Czech lagerPub Quiz00:00 Introduction to the Pub Crawl Experience 06:01 How Beers with Boydo started 11:40 Navigating the Beer Scene: Insights and Experiences 17:51 The Art of Filming in Public Spaces 23:47 Tapped in - European Lagers in Sydney 29:47 The Pub Quiz Challenge Venues Mentioned Batch Brewing Co — @batchbrewingcompanyTommy’s Beer Café (Glebe) — @tommys_beer_cafeUna’s (Darlinghurst) — @unasrestaurantConcordia Club (Tempe/Marrickville) — @concordiaclubmarrickvilleWildflower Brewing & Blending — @wildflowerbeerBeach Road Hotel (Bondi) — @beachroadbondiHero of Waterloo — @theheroofwaterlooPJ O’Brien’s Sydney — @pjobrienssydCriterion Hotel Sydney — @criterionhotelsydneyBeers Batch West Coast IPAAnaya Amber Ale (Batch Brewing)Carlton DraughtPilsner UrquellBudvarČernovar Dark LagerCzech Cut (Pilsner+Dark)Rothaus PilsBalter XPAMt Kosciuszko Pale AleGreat Northern Super CrispGuinness6. Credits / Sponsors Venue: Batch Brewing Co — @batchbrewingGuest: Boyd Robson — @beerswithboydo (YouTube + Instagram)Host: David A. Lennon — @davidalennon / @chatontapPodcast: Chat on TapProduction: WHEN StudiosSupport the show: Follow, share with a mate, and leave a rating. Episode produced by: WHEN Studios Follow: @WHEN.Studios, Insta: @chatontap Interested in sponsorship? email us! Email: hello@chatontap.com Host: David A. Lennon – @davidalennon Website: chatontap.com

    36 min

  6. 12/03/2025

    EP14 - The Greatest Beer Drinkers of All Time

    This week on Chat on Tap, David Lennon is joined by hospitality all rounder, legendary wedding MC, and certified pub thinker Austin Andrews-Little. Over a perfectly poured Guinness, the pair chat hospo life, pub problem solving, beer festivals gone rogue, and why sometimes the best reason for a beer… is simply being thirsty. Plus; Turning around tough customers and why everyone should work in hospo at least onceWedding MC chaos, family speeches, and setting the tone earlyThe rule of threeIs the round dead?Movember / Frothy MoCo Update – final total!Pub Quiz – Beer-drinking legends through history You’ve Got Ale – Send us your questions, recommendations or feedback on Instagram @chatontao or email: hello@chatontap.com Top three reasons for a beerHangover cures (including a controversial Vegemite appearance)Tapped In – Deals, venues, and genuinely good pub incentives Four Pines Manly – $7.50 pint & fries (4–6pm)Henry G’s (Manly Corso) – $12 martinis MondaysBusta (Manly) – $30 pasta + wine dealHawke’s Brewing Co. – 49% off “chuck a sickie” promo daysAuto-Generated Captions 00:00 – Welcome to Chat on Tap 01:05 – Splitting a Guinness properly 03:10 – Wedding MC chaos & setting the tone 05:15 – Life in hospitality (the wins & the grind) 08:00 – Craft beer vs core range classics 10:20 – Pub Quiz: Beer drinking legends 15:25 – You’ve Got Ale (listener questions) 19:50 – Pub meals & hangover cures 24:40 – Tapped In: pub deals & venues 29:35 – Pub Quiz answers 33:45 – Closing time Host: David A. Lennon Guest: Austin Andrews-LittleProduction: WHEN StudiosSponsor: Oasis Brewing Co.Contact: hello@chatontap.comInstagram & YouTube: @chatontap @tBeers & Venues Mentioned Beers: Oasis Brewing – proud supporter of Chat on Tap, Guinness, VB (Victoria Bitter), Lagers, Pilsners, Core range brewery beers Breweries & Venues: Oasis Brewing, Hawke’s Brewing Co., Four Pines Manly, Henry G’s Manly, Busta Manly, Little Creatures Fremantle & Elizabeth Quay, Gage Roads Brewery, Freshwater Brewing Co., Sporting Globe Barangaroo, Mountaineer Wharf Bar Episode produced by: WHEN Studios Follow: @WHEN.Studios, Insta: @chatontap Interested in sponsorship? email us! Email: hello@chatontap.com Host: David A. Lennon – @davidalennon Website: chatontap.com

    36 min

  7. 11/26/2025

    EP13 - Movember and Me

    David Lennon goes solo for a special Movember episode, recording from his favourite solo beer spot at the Harlequin Inn. One mic, one Guinness, and a personal challenge to just talk. No co hosts, no guests. Tapped in - the solo pub experience: David shares his go-to solo beer spots around Australia and why the humble solo pint can be comforting, grounding, and reflective.Who is your host? A personal story touching on radio life, nicknames (David / Squiggle / Lenno), music, sport, and how Chat on Tap came to be.Ask Me Anything: Listener questions covering first drinks, favourite beers, dream pubs, cats, F1 gaming rivalry, and some very Australian history.Movember challenges: Running 120km in November, recording a solo episode, and deliberately pushing outside comfort zones. All care of The Frothy Moe Co.Why checking in matters: Practical mental-health conversations, including real examples of how simple messages can cut through. Tapped In: Harlequin Inn (Pyrmont, NSW)Hopsters (Enmore, NSW)Bayview Hotel (Gladesville, NSW)Squires Landing (Sydney Harbour, NSW)Transport Bar (Melbourne, VIC)Moondog World (Melbourne, VIC)Sixes and Sevens (Brisbane, QLD)Sunshine (Brisbane, QLD)Harry’s Bar on Grenfell (Adelaide, SA)Scarborough Beach Bar (WA)The Mighty Quinn (WA)Rosemount Hotel (Perth, WA)This is one of the most personal Chat on Tap episodes yet. Honest, slightly awkward, funny, and reflective – it’s less about beer reviews and more about what happens when you sit with a drink and let yourself actually talk. Perfect listening for a solo beer of your own. Proudly sponsored by Oasis Brewing Co.  Special thanks to everyone who supported the Frothy Moe Co, and the wider Movember cause. https://movember.com/m/14033699?mc=1  If this episode resonated, share it with a mate – or better yet, check in on one. Episode produced by: WHEN Studios Follow: @WHEN.Studios, Insta: @chatontap Interested in sponsorship? email us! Email: hello@chatontap.com Host: David A. Lennon – @davidalennon Website: chatontap.com

    38 min

  8. 11/19/2025

    EP 12 - 54 Years of Beer: Chuck Hahn’s Legacy

    In this episode, David Lennon is joined once again by resident legend Cecilia Hollins — this time recording remotely from their very own Home Taverns. The spotlight today is on a true giant of Australian beer: Dr. Charles “Chuck” Hahn, the brewing mind behind Hahn Super Dry, James Squire, Kosciuszko, and more. Chuck and his son Scott Hahn sit down at the Chuck & Sons Taproom in St Peters to talk legacy, craft beer culture, a lifetime of brewing, and the birth of their new family-run venture - at 79 years old! If you've ever had a cold one in this country… chances are The Godfather of Craft Beer Chuck had something to do with it.  This ep is for anyone who loves craft beer. Father & Son Partnership: Scott shares what it’s like to continue his dad’s legacy and why Chuck can never really “retire.”Inside the Tasting Panel: David explains how Chuck & Sons use a curated panel (including him!) to shape new releases — and why feedback matters more than ego.Building a New Brewery Brand: How Chuck & Sons approached identity, community, and balancing tradition with modern craft expectations.The Future of Chuck & Sons: Wholesale goals, new beers in development, and what excites them most about the next chapter.To street drink, or not to street drink.. Tapped In The Native Rose (Rozelle) offering $6.50 house beers/wines or $30 wings + jug.Cece’s pick: Lord Wolseley Hotel (Ultimo) — Sydney’s narrowest pub, sunny street corner vibes, and Sunday jazz.A shoutout to Sydney Brewery Rozelle, now occupying the former White Bay siteChuck & Sons Taproom, St Peters — @chuckandsonsbeerPub Quiz Cece takes on general knowledge. What did the U.S school system actually teach her? Chapters (auto generated) 00:00 Introduction to Legends in Brewing 02:57 Craft Beer Recommendations and Experiences 05:50 Tapped In 09:08 The Impact of Outdoor Drinking Culture 11:55 The Legacy of Chuck Hahn and Family Brewing 17:42 The Journey of Chuck and Sons Brewery 23:43 Craft Beer Identity and Community Engagement 27:37 The Spark of Brewing Passion 29:50 Crafting a Family Legacy 31:49 The Importance of Feedback 33:33 Tasting Panels and Community Engagement 36:49 Future Aspirations and Growth 38:35 Creating a Unique Taproom Experience 41:43 Craft Beer and Personal Connections 45:33 The Evolution of Beer Tasting 49:24 Fun Trivia and Closing Thoughts Beers / Breweries Chuck & Sons: Two World Pale Ale @chuckandsonsbrewingChuck & Sons: PilsnerChuck & Sons: American AmberChuck & Sons: Alpine Hazy IPAChuck & Sons: Super Deluxe StoutDangerous Ales — Uncle Damo’s Oath Stout — @dangerous.alesGood Pair Days Beer Box — @goodpairdaysSydney Brewery Rozelle — @sydneybreweryrozelleHahn Super Dry — @hahn_auJames Squire / Malt Shovel Brewery — @jamessquireeKosciuszko Brewing — @kosci_beer Episode produced by: WHEN Studios Follow: @WHEN.Studios, Insta: @chatontap Interested in sponsorship? email us! Email: hello@chatontap.com Host: David A. Lennon – @davidalennon Website: chatontap.com

    54 min
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Chat on Tap is a podcast about pubs and the people in them. Each week, host David A. Lennon and a rotating cast of your new best mates pull up a stool as they chat with legends, locals and tap in on what to drink and where to drink it. Chat on Tap is both a love letter to Aussie pubs and beer, and a guidebook to where to go next.

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  • Creator
    David A. Lennon
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    19
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Chat On Tap
  • Show Website
    Chat On Tap