Chat On Tap

David A. Lennon

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. 4d ago

    EP031 | CHAT - How One Text Message Helped Raise $100 Million | Adam Spencer

    It is Dry July this month on Chat on Tap, we're putting the drinks aside for a cause that's become one of Australia's great fundraising success stories. Adam Spencer is one of Australia's best known broadcasters, mathematicians, authors and comedians. But for nearly two decades, he's also been one of the driving forces behind Dry July. What started with one text message has now helped raise more than $100 million for people affected by cancer. Adam joins us to tell the story of how Dry July almost never happened, and why taking just one month off alcohol has become much bigger than simply giving up a drink. In this episode: • 📱 The text message that accidentally created Dry July • 💰 How a $3,000 fundraising goal became a $100 million movement • 🍺 What a month without alcohol teaches you about your relationship with drinking • 🧠 Why rituals can be harder to break than the alcohol itself • 🤖 Adam's thoughts on AI, education and the future of learning • 🔢 Mind-blowing maths facts that'll completely change your perspective • 🦢 A passionate detour into the Sydney Swans and why the club is so special Along the way we discuss the famous "Golden Ticket", why Dry July has stood the test of time, and how a simple idea from three mates has gone on to support cancer patients and their families right around Australia. Whether you're taking part in Dry July yourself, curious about your own drinking habits, or just enjoy a great conversation, this is one you won't want to miss. Pubs. Pints. People. 🍺 Support Our Dry July Team This year I'm taking on Dry July alongside The Frothy Moe Co, raising money for Australians affected by cancer. If you'd like to support the cause, you can donate here: https://www.dryjuly.com/teams/frothy-moe-co Every dollar helps fund practical services that make life a little easier for cancer patients and their families—from transport and accommodation to better hospital facilities and wellbeing programs. 🍺 About Adam Spencer Adam Spencer is an Australian broadcaster, comedian, author and one of the country's best-known communicators of mathematics and science. After spending years on Triple J and ABC Radio, Adam now speaks around the world on technology, artificial intelligence, space, mathematics and innovation. He's also been an ambassador and passionate advocate for Dry July since its earliest days, helping grow the campaign into one of Australia's most successful annual fundraisers. Follow Adam Spencer 🌐 Website: https://adamspencer.com.au 📰 Nerd News (Substack): https://adambspencer.substack.com 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/adamspencerofficial 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adamspencerofficial 🐦 X: https://x.com/adambspencer Support the show Episode produced by: WHEN Studios Follow: @WHEN.Studios, Insta: @chatontap Tiktok: @chat.on.tap YouTube: @ontapchat Got a Story?  Wanna help us Tap In to a great venue, deal, beer? Interested in sponsorship?  email us! Email: hello@chatontap.com Host: David A. Lennon – @davidalennon Website: chatontap.com

  2. Jul 3

    EP030 | TAP - Stories You Only Hear In Country Pubs | Tim Allan Pt. 2

    Last week, Tim Allan from The Local explained why country pubs matter. This week, he tells the stories that prove it. In Part 2 of our conversation, Tim takes us across Australia through some of the most memorable pubs, characters and moments he's encountered while documenting regional pub culture. We visit Birdsville, Betoota and Marble Bar, meet legendary locals, and hear stories that range from heartwarming to completely unbelievable. In this episode: • Tiny outback towns that explode to thousands of visitors for race weekends • Pubs brought back to life after decades sitting empty • Legendary regulars with their own seats at the bar • A red-bellied black snake hiding in a pool table • One unforgettable royal souvenir story involving Queen Elizabeth II • The characters that make Australian pubs unlike anywhere else in the world There are tales involving race meetings, outback pubs, a snake in a pool table, and perhaps the strangest royal souvenir ever collected. If you've ever planned a road trip around a pub stop, this one's for you. Pubs. Pints. People. 🍺 About Tim & The Local Tim Allan is the founder of The Local, a storytelling platform dedicated to documenting Australia's country pubs, the publicans who run them, and the communities that keep them alive. What started as a passion project has grown into one of Australia's leading pub-focused media platforms, with millions of views across social media.  Follow The Local 🌐 Website: https://the-local.com.au 📘 Facebook: https://facebook.com/downatthelocal 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/downatthelocal 🎥 YouTube: https://youtube.com/@downatthelocal (or search "The Local") ✉️ Email: downatthelocal@gmail.com Support the show Episode produced by: WHEN Studios Follow: @WHEN.Studios, Insta: @chatontap Tiktok: @chat.on.tap YouTube: @ontapchat Got a Story?  Wanna help us Tap In to a great venue, deal, beer? Interested in sponsorship?  email us! Email: hello@chatontap.com Host: David A. Lennon – @davidalennon Website: chatontap.com

  3. Jun 25

    EP029 | CHAT - Save Our Country Pubs! Tim Allan from The Local

    Can a country pub save a town? This week on Chat On Tap, I sit down with Tim Allan, founder of The Local, a platform dedicated to telling the stories of Australia's pubs, the publicans who run them, and the communities that keep them alive. We chat about why country pubs are so much more than somewhere to grab a beer, the challenges they're facing, and the incredible characters Tim has met while travelling Australia documenting these iconic venues. Whether you're passionate about pubs, regional Australia, great storytelling or simply love discovering unique places, this episode is for you. 🍺 In this episode:  Why country pubs matter to local communities  How The Local was created  Travelling Australia in search of great pubs  Preserving Australian pub culture  Creating content around authentic stories  The future of country hospitality🍺 About Tim & The Local Tim Allan is the founder of The Local, a storytelling platform dedicated to documenting Australia's country pubs, the publicans who run them, and the communities that keep them alive. What started as a passion project has grown into one of Australia's leading pub-focused media platforms, with millions of views across social media.  Follow The Local 🌐 Website: https://the-local.com.au 📘 Facebook: https://facebook.com/downatthelocal 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/downatthelocal 🎥 YouTube: https://youtube.com/@downatthelocal (or search "The Local") ✉️ Email: downatthelocal@gmail.com Support the show Episode produced by: WHEN Studios Follow: @WHEN.Studios, Insta: @chatontap Tiktok: @chat.on.tap YouTube: @ontapchat Got a Story?  Wanna help us Tap In to a great venue, deal, beer? Interested in sponsorship?  email us! Email: hello@chatontap.com Host: David A. Lennon – @davidalennon Website: chatontap.com

  4. Jun 17

    EP028 | TAP - Snitch’s Bar: Weird Spirits, Fatherhood & The Future of Chat On Tap

    After promising it way back in Episode 10, we're finally pulling up a stool at Snitch's Bar. Long-time mate and returning guest Michael Snitch joins me for a conversation fuelled by some of the strangest spirits in his collection, including Italian amaro, Brazilian aphrodisiac liqueur, Greek kumquat liqueur and Chinese baijiu. We also talk about the evolution of Chat On Tap, why the show is changing direction ever so slightly. The vision has always been capturing the chat over a drink, and so we get into how that is going to look, while still maintaining some industry and beer chat and news. There's also some big personal news! (I mean, the title probably already gave it away). Snitch reflects on becoming a father, balancing life, friendships and hobbies, and what it's really like when everything changes. This is a relaxed conversation between mates over a drink and a glimpse into where Chat On Tap is heading next. In this episode:  The future of Chat On Tap  Why we're introducing CHAT and TAP episodes  Fatherhood and family life  Snitch's Bar and home entertaining  Weird spirits from around the world  Sydney small bar culture  Podcasts, content creation and community  Balancing hobbies and growing up Grab a drink and join us. Support the show Episode produced by: WHEN Studios Follow: @WHEN.Studios, Insta: @chatontap Tiktok: @chat.on.tap YouTube: @ontapchat Got a Story?  Wanna help us Tap In to a great venue, deal, beer? Interested in sponsorship?  email us! Email: hello@chatontap.com Host: David A. Lennon – @davidalennon Website: chatontap.com

  5. Jun 11

    EP027 | TAP - Chuck Hahn on starting again at 79 | TAP Classic

    In this TAP Classic (aka one from the archive), David Lennon catches up with legendary brewer Dr. Charles "Chuck" Hahn and his son Scott Hahn at their new brewery, Chuck & Sons, in St Peters, Sydney. Chuck's impact on Australian beer is difficult to overstate. From Hahn Super Dry and James Squire to Kosciuszko Pale ale and countless innovations that helped shape modern brewing in Australia, his fingerprints are all over the industry. At 79 years old, Chuck has done what most people only talk about - come out of retirement to build something new. Together, Chuck and Scott share stories from decades in brewing, lessons learned from building iconic beer brands, the realities of running a family brewery, and why great beer has always been about bringing people together. Whether you're a craft beer enthusiast, home brewer, hospitality professional or simply love hearing the stories behind Australian success, this conversation remains one of the most important we've had on the show. **SIDE NOTE TO LONG TIME LISTENERS - We need to chat around 25 mins in!  🍺 IN THIS CHAT • Chuck's journey from chemistry student to brewing pioneer • The origins of Hahn Brewery and James Squire • Building beer brands that changed Australian drinking culture • Why Chuck returned from retirement • Launching Chuck & Sons with his family • The role community plays in great beer • Advice for the next generation of brewers • What's next for Chuck & Sons FEATURED GUESTS Dr. Charles "Chuck" Hahn Founder, Chuck & Sons Brewing Scott Hahn Business Director, Chuck & Sons Brewing 📍 Chuck & Sons Brewing St Peters, Sydney NSW Follow Chuck & Sons: Instagram: @chuckandsonsbrewing 🎧 Enjoying Chat on Tap? Follow the show for weekly conversations with brewers, venue owners, industry leaders and the personalities shaping Australian beer culture. #ChatOnTap #ChuckHahn #CraftBeer #AustralianBeer #JamesSquire #Hahn #ChuckAndSons #BeerPodcast Support the show Episode produced by: WHEN Studios Follow: @WHEN.Studios, Insta: @chatontap Tiktok: @chat.on.tap YouTube: @ontapchat Got a Story?  Wanna help us Tap In to a great venue, deal, beer? Interested in sponsorship?  email us! Email: hello@chatontap.com Host: David A. Lennon – @davidalennon Website: chatontap.com

  6. Jun 4

    EP026 | TAP - The Last Day of Sydney's Most Unique Brewery

    Craft beer is often about the beer. This episode isn't. On Wildflower's final day in Marrickville, Chat On Tap headed down to one of Australia's most beloved breweries to find out what happens when a venue becomes something more than a place to grab a drink. As hundreds of people packed the brewery and spilled out into the street, Dave handed the microphone to the people who knew Wildflower best - the locals, regulars, beer lovers, industry veterans and friends who helped turn this warehouse into a community. From first dates and Friday afternoon beers to wild fermentation, Belgian influences and friendships formed over countless pints, this episode captures the stories that made Wildflower special. Because while breweries make beer, it's the people who create the culture. In this episode: 🍺 The story of Wildflower's final day in Marrickville 🍺 Why this brewery became a pilgrimage site for beer lovers 🍺 The role Wildflower played in Sydney's craft beer scene 🍺 How a niche brewery built such a loyal community 🍺 Stories from locals, regulars and industry insiders 🍺 The unique world of mixed-fermentation and wild ales 🍺 What Wildflower's move means for Marrickville and the Inner West Ale Trail 🍺 Why the best breweries are often about more than what's in the glass This isn't a farewell to Wildflower. It's a snapshot of the community that grew around it. And judging by the turnout, that community isn't going anywhere. Guests Featured 🍺 Jason Trewin - Inner West Ale Trail 🍺 Coral - @HaveABeerWithCoco 🍺 Darren –-Former brewery venue operator 🍺 Scott – Long-time Wildflower regular Links 🍺 Wildflower Brewing & Blending 📸 @wildflowerbeer 🌐 wildflowerbeer.com 🍺 Inner West Ale Trail 📸 @innerwestaletrail 🌐 innerwestaletrail.com.au Support the show Episode produced by: WHEN Studios Follow: @WHEN.Studios, Insta: @chatontap Tiktok: @chat.on.tap YouTube: @ontapchat Got a Story?  Wanna help us Tap In to a great venue, deal, beer? Interested in sponsorship?  email us! Email: hello@chatontap.com Host: David A. Lennon – @davidalennon Website: chatontap.com

  7. May 20

    EP025 | CHAT - How Venues Should Use Instagram in 2026 | She Loves Craft

    Craft beer doesn’t just need better beer anymore - it needs better storytelling. This week on Chat on Tap, David sits down with Stephanie Grant from She Loves Craft, a brewery social media strategist helping breweries actually connect with modern drinkers. If you're wearing all the hats in the brewery, there's no marketing person to fall back on and fear hitting post because it might flop, this ones for you. From brewery identity and community building to Instagram strategy, regulars, content creation and why viral videos never equals customers, this episode is packed with practical advice for breweries, venues and creators alike. Stephanie shares:  Why brewery social media often misses the mark  How breweries can “show their vibe”  Why simple phone-shot content works  The importance of knowing your audience  Why likes and views are overrated  How breweries can attract more than just beer nerds Stephanie doesn’t overcomplicate things. Her advice is practical, honest and refreshingly human. If you run a brewery, venue, bottle shop or hospitality business — or just love the culture around pubs and craft beer — this one’s worth a listen. Links 🍺 Stephanie / She Loves Craft  📸 Instagram -  @shelovescraft 🌐 Website - https://www.shelovescraft.com/ Support the show Episode produced by: WHEN Studios Follow: @WHEN.Studios, Insta: @chatontap Tiktok: @chat.on.tap YouTube: @ontapchat Got a Story?  Wanna help us Tap In to a great venue, deal, beer? Interested in sponsorship?  email us! Email: hello@chatontap.com Host: David A. Lennon – @davidalennon Website: chatontap.com

  8. Apr 29

    EP24 - Hop Harvest Fest Part 2

    Part two of the Hop Harvest Fest crawl sees Boyd Robson back on the Inner West Ale Trail, tackling the final five breweries of Sydney’s freshest beer festival. With higher ABVs, bigger crowds, and a few curveballs (including a sold-out festival beer), this episode dives deeper into the culture, community, and chaos of chasing fresh hop beers across Sydney. From tiny taprooms punching above their weight to 8.4% double IPAs that test the legs, this is the full Sunday session experience—complete with locals, brewers, and a well-earned final beer at Young Henrys.  Fresh Hop Chaos (and Big ABVs): Kicking off with a 7% IPA before ramping up to Bracket’s 8.4% double IPA, this is not your average Sunday session. Inside Kicks Brewing: A deep dive into West Coast pilsners, small batch brewing advantages, and how a 70 person venue handled overwhelming festival demand. Local Perspective – Ryan (Beers & Bobs): What it’s like living in the Inner West beer bubble, Scottish beer culture comparisons, and why proximity can make you take great beer for granted. Craft vs Independent Beer Debate: A key mindset shift in why “independent beer” might resonate more than “craft beer” for Aussie drinkers. Festival Reality Check: Sold-out beers, missing XPA kegs at Grifter, and how popularity exceeded expectations within days. Final Stop: Wrapping at Young Henrys with Jason from the Inner West Ale Trail—discussing turnout, community vibes, and what made this year a roaring success. Breweries  Kicks Brewing https://www.kicksbrewing.com.au/Bracket Brewing https://www.bracketbrewing.com/The Grifter Brewing Co. https://thegrifter.com.au/Young Henrys https://younghenrys.com/Future Brewing https://futurebrewing.com.au/Mixtape Brewing https://www.mixtapebrewing.com.au/This is the episode that captures what makes Sydney’s beer scene tick -community, experimentation, and a bit of organised chaos. It’s equal parts pub crawl, cultural deep dive, and love letter to independent beer. Support the show Episode produced by: WHEN Studios Follow: @WHEN.Studios, Insta: @chatontap Tiktok: @chat.on.tap YouTube: @ontapchat Got a Story?  Wanna help us Tap In to a great venue, deal, beer? Interested in sponsorship?  email us! Email: hello@chatontap.com Host: David A. Lennon – @davidalennon Website: chatontap.com

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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
    34
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Chat On Tap
  • Show Website
    Chat On Tap