Craft Beer Republic

Greg Jones
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Craft Beer Republic

Why join the Craft Beer Republic? Because we are a nation of beer lovers. Every week, we're tapping a fresh keg of double-digit fun with the best dry-hopped topics to keep you well-hydrated! We're mashing in all the week's booze news, researching the tastiest beers, getting nerdy with Beer Science, and whirlpooling all the latest info! We also hang out with the brewers of some of the best craft breweries in the nation; we sample their brew and take a deep dive into the nerdier side of the industry. Make sure to stay hydrated with us every Wednesday by following on your favorite podcast app. In Beer We Trust!

  1. No More Fun Beers

    2 DAYS AGO

    No More Fun Beers

    Welcome back, thirsty friends! This week, the Craft Beer Republic crew brings the laughs and a whole lot of beer talk. Greg has an awkward run-in during Uber Eats duty, Flex sips on a PB&J-inspired sour, and Erica gets worked up over grape jelly (Midwest vs. West Coast, anyone?). Plus, the gang comes up with ridiculous beer names based on their last texts—Flex’s “Boo to Fake Boobs” might just take the cake! And in Booze News, we dive into the latest updates from Stone Brewing, Tilray's big acquisition, and the shocking tale of a teacher hitting the bottle a little too hard. Beers We’re Drinking: Erica is drinking Fresh Juicy Strata from Moonraker Brewing, a hazy IPA bursting with fresh, sticky hop goodness.Flex is enjoying We Go Together Like from 1840 Brewing, a PB&J-inspired sour that perfectly balances peanut butter and grape flavors.Greg is sipping on Code Breaker from Trademark Brewing, a West Coast IPA that’s dank, piney, and refreshingly bitter. Greg goes on a rant about how gross it is to find yeast cakes at the bottom of your hazy cans. Erica does some beer research at a few less-than-stellar breweries and shares her sadness over Monica leaving Pedals. The gang has a blast coming up with ridiculous beer names like “Missing Plug” and “Boo to Fake Boobs” based on their last texts, and they want to hear yours—send us your most ridiculous beer names! Plus, Flex’s beer choice sparks an epic debate: which jelly reigns supreme—grape or strawberry? Oh, and did you know it’s illegal to serve beer and pretzels together in North Dakota? Yeah, the crew has some thoughts on that, too. Booze News: Stone Brewing reveals their new business model-bye-bye to all their fun beers.Jack's Abby is set to acquire Night Shift Brewing, making it the largest craft producer in Massachusetts.We finally find out how much cash Tilray dropped to acquire those Molson Coors breweries (and how much they owe Neck Nosh!).And an Iowa teacher gets arrested for being absolutely hammered in class. Shoutout to Seattle, WA for being our top listening city of last week! Follow us: Erica: www.NeckNosh.com  Instagram: @Neck_Nosh_LLC Flex: Instagram: @flex_me_a_beer Craft Beer Republic: CraftBeerRepublic.com Instagram: @CraftBeerRepublicFacebook: CraftBeerRepublicPodThreads: CraftBeerRepublicVoicemail: (805) 538-2337

    51 min
  2. Vacation Beers Don't Count

    OCT 16

    Vacation Beers Don't Count

    Flex and Greg are back; no hurricane can stop us! Flex is just off the plane from his hurri-cation. We're basking in the final glow of Oktoberfest, waiting in long lines for cookies, and drinking all around the world! There's also too much money being spent on crappy booze, a prime example of how accurate the Flex Algorithm is, a weird offering from Sam Adams, and getting hammered to watch hockey. Beers We're Drinking: Flex is drinking On the Loose, an IPA from Tripping Animals in Miami, FL.Greg is chugging Alesmith’s Oktoberfest Märzen as Oktoberfest season comes to a close. Flex tells us all about his Disney trip to the infamous Dick Hotel! He also got to drink around the world at EPCOT, pound some foreign beers, eat the best fish and chips, and get hurricaned out. Greg recaps a brewery baby shower (because beer makes everything better) and shares his experience seeing Something Corporate live. Unfortunately, the concert left him with more than just great memories—food poisoning hit hard, and it was rough! And Flex confirms that the Algorithm is accurate!  Booze News: Monica is out as the head brewer at Pedals & Pints, and Greg is left piecing together the story.Beer distributors donate $75,000 to the North Carolina Disaster Relief Fund.Sam Adams is selling a limited-edition seance kit, because apparently, summoning dead brewers is the new fall trend.Hockey fans in Utah break the stadium beer sales record. Who knew Utahns could drink that much?!And we've winners from the 2024 Great America Beer Festival! Follow us: Flex: Instagram: @flex_me_a_beer Craft Beer Republic: CraftBeerRepublic.com Instagram: @CraftBeerRepublicFacebook: CraftBeerRepublicPodThreads: CraftBeerRepublicVoicemail: (805) 538-2337

    51 min
  3. The World Famous Craft Beer Republic!

    OCT 9

    The World Famous Craft Beer Republic!

    Greg and Flex are back, and this time they’ve got a lot to get off their beer-filled chests. Greg’s fresh off a "relaxing" vacation that somehow left him more exhausted than when he left, while Flex can’t get over how some breweries think slapping “world-famous” on their labels makes it true. The guys also dive into some serious topics, like why lazy grammar makes their eye twitch, and how Greg accidentally ordered an IPA that tasted like a Flintstone vitamin—because apparently, nostalgia is now on tap. Plus, the guys take a detour into a ridiculous conversation about Dildo Brewing in Canada, because of course they did. Crack open a cold one and join the fun—you won’t want to miss this! Beers We're Drinking: Flex is drinking Juice Shark from Lion’s Tail Brewing Company, a New England IPA with hints of watermelon, berry, and citrus.Greg is sipping on Wowee from Highland Park Brewery, a hazy IPA loaded with Nelson Sauvin hops and gooseberry vibes. Greg reflects on how his so-called "relaxing" vacation left him more stressed than when he started, while Flex dives into his love-hate relationship with grammar. The guys also take shots at breweries that claim their beers are “world-famous”, and spiral into a wildly entertaining discussion about a little place called Dildo Brewing. And let’s not forget Greg’s unfortunate IPA choice, which left him with some serious childhood vitamin flashbacks—because nothing says craft beer like nostalgia for Flintstones chewables. Booze News: Molson Coors is launching a new line of 8% ABV singles for convenience stores, featuring Topo Chico Max and Simply Spiked Bold.The Brewers Association reports that the Midwest saw a 1% decline in craft beer production in 2023, the first dip since 2020.Hard kombucha brand JuneShine is introducing a non-alcoholic kombucha line... which pretty much just makes it kombucha, right?A Long Island man, arrested for drunk driving, managed to steal a police car while handcuffed and drove it to a nearby cemetery—because why not? Follow us: Flex: Instagram: @flex_me_a_beer Craft Beer Republic: CraftBeerRepublic.com Instagram: @CraftBeerRepublic Facebook: CraftBeerRepublicPod Threads: CraftBeerRepublic Voicemail: (805) 538-2337

    39 min
  4. Portugal: Where Beer is Cheaper Than Airport Water!

    OCT 2

    Portugal: Where Beer is Cheaper Than Airport Water!

    In this episode of Craft Beer Republic, Greg and Flex bring the laughs and beer snobbery to a whole new level! Greg shares tales of his booze-filled escapades in Portugal, while Flex reveals the latest beer that made him shout, “Holy sh*t!” They rant about airport beer prices (highway robbery, anyone?), debate the horrors of post-vacation life, and even find time to celebrate Flex’s dad's birthday in true brewery fashion. Grab a pint and buckle up - the drunk captains have turned on the seatbelt sign. Beers We’re Drinking: Greg is sipping on Desert Flyer from Casa Agria, provided by Andrew, aka Ventura_County_Beer.Flex is drinking Wandering Into the Fog by Abomination Brewing. This one is the anchovy hops edition. Episode Highlights: Greg takes us on a boozy tour of Portugal, detailing his stops at local breweries and the massive wine consumption that had him considering a move. Meanwhile, Flex gives us the lowdown on celebrating his dad’s birthday brewery-style, complete with some tasty Oktoberfest pours. The two swap stories about airport beers priced like fine dining, laugh over weird travel mishaps, and chat about how no one in Portugal seems to eat dinner before 9 PM (Greg's kind of people). Somewhere in there, Flex talks about a beer that left him genuinely impressed – a rare moment for our seasoned beer snob. Michael also calls in to share his drunken adventures while celebrating Naughty Pine’s third anniversary. Booze News: Latitude 33 Brewing acquires Thorn Brewing, but Thorn Brewing will continue to operate independently. Huh?Governor Newsom signs a new law giving California craft breweries better access to public and private events.Hurricane Helene wreaks havoc on Asheville, closing several breweries.A woman was arrested for driving drunk on a runway at Riverside Airport, with a BAC four times the legal limit! Follow Us: Flex: Instagram: @flex_me_a_beer Craft Beer Republic: CraftBeerRepublic.com Instagram: @CraftBeerRepublicFacebook: CraftBeerRepublicPodThreads: CraftBeerRepublicVoicemail: (805) 538-2337

    39 min
  5. Flex's Mom Brewing Company

    SEP 25

    Flex's Mom Brewing Company

    This week on Craft Beer Republic, Greg and Flex are back at it with a special guest—Steph, a.k.a. Miss Tipsy Socks, who brings her signature blend of wit and beer knowledge. They kick off the episode with plenty of laughs, roasting each other over everything from intros to Steph's surprisingly small desk. But it's not all jokes—they dive into Steph's new role as the Executive Director of the Utah Brewers Guild, discuss the quirks of Utah’s beer laws, and even share some bizarre news out of Virginia. Plus, Greg and Flex debate what really makes a "classy" drinker. It’s an episode full of hilarious banter, unexpected beer finds, and, of course, a bit of chaos—just the way we like it. Beer Reviews: Steph is sipping on Chin-Chillin' Cerveza from Kiitos Brewing, a complex yet refreshing Mexican lager.Flex reviews Spinning Plates a double IPA by Blackstack Brewing.Greg is sipping on LOVE, a hazy IPA from Almanac Beer Co. The episode kicks off with Greg, Flex, and Steph cracking jokes and roasting each other, setting the tone for what’s to come. Steph dives into her new role as Executive Director of the Utah Brewers Guild, sharing some behind-the-scenes stories about what it’s like to wrangle Utah’s quirky beer laws. The gang also gets into the madness of beer festivals, with Steph recounting her recent trip to the Great Taste of the Midwest—complete with tales of VIP perks and beer-soaked adventures. They also tackle the details of what makes someone a classy drinker and individual.  Booze News: Tilray completes its acquisition of several craft breweries from Molson Coors but immediately announces job cuts, including at 10 Barrel Brewing.Firestone Walker shifts its focus back to core beers, stepping away from their experimental cocktail-inspired brews.Anderson Valley Brewing is up for sale again, sparking a hilarious discussion about what the gang would rename it if they had the $79 million to spare.IPAs reign supreme in the world of craft beer salesFlorida Man tries switching seats to avoid a DUI.The cost of a beer at every NFL stadium. Shoutout to Des Moines, Iowa for being our top listening city.  Follow Us: Steph: on Instagram: @MissTipsySocks Tune into Steph’s radio show, Beer Nerd Radio, Fridays 2-3 PM Utah time at KUAA-FM. Flex: Instagram: @flex_me_a_beer Craft Beer Republic: CraftBeerRepublic.com Instagram: @CraftBeerRepublicFacebook: CraftBeerRepublicPodThreads: CraftBeerRepublicVoicemail: (805) 538-2337

    56 min
  6. It's More Bitter Than Your Mom

    SEP 18

    It's More Bitter Than Your Mom

    In this episode of Craft Beer Republic, Greg and Flex get their geek on by rolling out Flex’s very own beer-buying algorithm—because why not add some math to your buzz? Flex shares his desperate dash to restock on beer before football, and the guys take a few jabs at the new non-alcoholic version of 805 that nobody asked for. Plus, Chew Your Beer calls in with a rant about being stuck as the taco guy and craving some “white people food,” and they wrap things up with a classic Florida Man story that proves even trees aren’t safe from drunken shenanigans. It’s craft beer, comedy, and chaos all in one. Beers We're Drinking: Greg is drinking "Conflict of Interest," a West Coast IPA from Fall Brewing Co. in collaboration with Harland Brewing. It's a juicy, slightly hazy IPA with notes of peach, red berries, pineapple, and a dry, dank finish.Flex is enjoying "Cashmere Sweater" from 1840 Brewing Company, a double IPA bursting with apricot and orange marmalade flavors, topped off with a soft, pillowy texture. Episode Highlights: Greg unveils his latest creation, an online beer-buying algorithm inspired by Flex’s strict criteria—can art, price, and ABV—and the guys put it to the test with Flex’s current brew. The guys also dive into the ultimate dilemma: finding decent beer at the grocery store and what beers to look for the ease the shopping pain. We also cover the universal struggle of over-committing to brewery swag. The conversation gets even juicier with a deep dive into the ultimate white food: mashed potatoes. The homie Chew Your Beer calls in with a hilarious rant about being stuck as the taco guy at every family event and his dream of hiring someone to make him classic American meals instead. This brings up the question, what is the ultimate white-people food? Booze News: Tilray Expands Again: Tilray closes on the some of the big brewery acquisitions they’ve been chasing.805 Goes N/A: Firestone Walker drops a non-alcoholic version of 805, and the guys have some strong opinions on it.Modern Times Shakes Things Up: Major changes are underway for Modern Times, and they might not be what fans were expecting.Weathered Souls Says Goodbye: A beloved brewery known for a significant campaign announces it’s closing its doors.California Cracks Down: The state takes a hard stance on hemp-derived THC products, and the new rules could have a big impact.Florida Man Strikes Again: A bizarre incident involving a man, a gun, and a tree ends in a way only a Florida Man story could. Shoutout to Pennington, NJ for being our top listening city.  Follow Us: Flex: Instagram: @flex_me_a_beer Craft Beer Republic: CraftBeerRepublic.com Instagram: @CraftBeerRepublic Facebook: CraftBeerRepublicPod Threads: a href="https://www.threads.net/@craftbeerrepublic" rel="noopener...

    50 min
  7. Last Man Drinking

    SEP 11

    Last Man Drinking

    Greg and Flex are back with a malty adventure, diving into Oktoberfest brews and wild tales. From a spontaneous trivia night at a German beer hall to a boozy bender at Dave & Buster’s, the guys have plenty of laughs and stories to share. And of course, no episode would be complete without a crazy Florida Man story—this time featuring a tractor. Grab a beer and join the fun! Beers We're Drinking: Flex is drinking MKE Brewing’s Oktoberfest, a Marzen-style lager with its perfect balance of roasted malts and caramel sweetness. Greg is chugging Enegren Brewing’s Oktoberfest, a traditional Bavarian style Marzen with a dry finish.  Greg shares his solo trivia night at a San Francisco German beer hall, where he found himself unexpectedly competing and making the comedian question his career. He also recounts a wild night at Dave & Buster’s that involved beers, Jell-O shots, more beers, and an Uber ride that almost didn’t happen. The guys also debate their love-hate relationship with Dunkels and discuss the perfect time for Oktoberfest beers. And Pyscho Bear calls in and leaves a voicemail. Ludicrous Libation Law takes us to the hills of West Virginia. Booze News: Fireball's legal mess: Sazerac is under fire for misleading consumers with their malt-based mini bottles that aren't actually whiskey.Cambridge Brewing Company closing: After 35 years, Cambridge Brewing is closing shop, not because of financial woes, but because the founder is ready to retire.Florida Man strikes again: A man was arrested for driving a tractor drunk on Main Street, in true Florida style. Shoutout to Decatur, Georgia for being our top listening city. Follow Us: Flex: Instagram: @flex_me_a_beer Craft Beer Republic: CraftBeerRepublic.com Instagram: @CraftBeerRepublic Facebook: CraftBeerRepublicPod Threads: CraftBeerRepublic Voicemail: (805) 538-2337

    43 min
  8. What You Gonna Do, When This Beer Hits You?!

    SEP 4

    What You Gonna Do, When This Beer Hits You?!

    Welcome to Craft Beer Republic! Greg and Flex are back and ready to dive into their latest beer escapades, including Flex’s quest for the ultimate Oktoberfest beer. The guys catch up on brewery visits, share some hilarious and questionable restaurant experiences, and get real about the struggles of getting older. Plus, there are exciting shoutouts, a bizarre Hulk Hogan incident, and some good news for New York cider and spirit lovers. Whether you’re in the mood for a deep beer dive or just a good laugh, this episode has you covered! Beer Reviews: Flex is continuing his love for Oktoberfest beers with MC Hammerschlagen, from Eagle Park Brewing. It’s a festbier that hits all the right notes without being overly roasty; will it be  Flex's new favorite of the season?Greg is drinking Citra Traveler, a West Coast Pilsner from Casa Agria. Loaded with citra hops, this crushable pils is perfect for the crazy hot weather right now. We’re out there doing the research, including Greg’s visit to a new (ish) brewery in Paso Robles where he was pleasantly surprised, and Flex continues his deep dive into Oktoberfest beers. This leads to a discussion about BJ’s Brewhouse, their meh beers, and Flex’s less-than-stellar dining experience there. The duo also gives a shout-out to some local supporters and fans, like Wondercorn Snacks and Andrew from Ventura_County_Beer. Booze News: Hulk Hogan’s new beer brand promotional event ends in disaster as a woman is injured by a flying beer can.New York Governor signs a bill allowing direct-to-consumer shipping for hard cider and spirits, but not beer.New Belgium finds a buyer for Magnolia Brewing, with some familiar faces from 21st Amendment and other local ventures taking over.Sapporo Stone workers in Virginia begin a union drive, seeking better pay and working conditions. Shoutout to Bellview, Washington for being our top listening city of last week! Follow Us: Flex: Instagram: @flex_me_a_beer Craft Beer Republic: CraftBeerRepublic.com Instagram: @CraftBeerRepublic Facebook: CraftBeerRepublicPod Threads: CraftBeerRepublic Voicemail: (805) 538-2337

    43 min
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Why join the Craft Beer Republic? Because we are a nation of beer lovers. Every week, we're tapping a fresh keg of double-digit fun with the best dry-hopped topics to keep you well-hydrated! We're mashing in all the week's booze news, researching the tastiest beers, getting nerdy with Beer Science, and whirlpooling all the latest info! We also hang out with the brewers of some of the best craft breweries in the nation; we sample their brew and take a deep dive into the nerdier side of the industry. Make sure to stay hydrated with us every Wednesday by following on your favorite podcast app. In Beer We Trust!

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  • Creator
    Greg Jones
  • Years Active
    2016 - 2024
  • Episodes
    400
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2024 Craft Beer Republic
  • Show Website
    Craft Beer Republic

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