Independent ▪ Beer ▪ Podcasts
Independent ▪ Beer ▪ Podcasts
A State of the Industry
Jason and Bri take a candid look at the current state of the craft beer industry—and why everything feels off right now. With recent brewery closures across Western New York and beyond, they reflect on beloved spots like Flying Bison, Fifth Frame, .....
Cryptonomicon by Neal Stephenson
The Drunk Guys drink a water house full of beer this week when they read the gigantic Cryptonomicon by Neal Stephenson. They don’t have the code to open: Abstract Motueka Wandering into the Fog by Abomination Brewing, Dr. Jay by Round Tab.....
AG Craft Beer Cast Lions Roar Brewing
Maddie Bowen the new owner of Lions Roar Brewing in Westfield, NJ Joins me for 2 segments. News from Wynkoop, Firestone Walker, Big Brew, NYC Brewed, Funky Buddha. A recap of Dogfish Head's 30 min pop up in NYC. My review of Emberside Brewing tap tak.....
#164 From Grapes to Glass with Maddi Violet | Ve Oh Lay Acres Winery
In this episode of Brews & Banter, hosts Frank and Roman sit down with Maddi Violet, owner of Ve Oh Lay Acres Winery, for a relaxed and honest conversation about turning passion into a poured product. Maddi shares her journey into winemaking, wha.....
The Music of Jackie Chan
This year's bonus content is a call back to Drinking GeekOST and to start it off we have music from Jackie Chan games and some of his own songs!Beer for the Episode2 Tom's Jasmine Rice Lager Support us:Patreon https://www.patreon.com/DrinkINGeekOUTEx.....
Buffalo Beer Buzz - January 23rd, 2026
Scott & Brian Together Again!Remember us? After a post-holiday hiatus, Scott and Brian are back together on Western New York Brews to catch up on beer, life, and what’s happening around the Buffalo beer scene for the weekend of January 23–25 .....
Beer of the Year Award
In this Best Beers of 2025 episode, Jason and Bri break out the imaginary red carpet and count down the most memorable beers they drank all year — Golden Globes style, but with fuzzy socks and Buffalo wind chills.From sipping a Yuzu Mango Golden Al.....
Origami Extravaganza! by Tuttle Studio
The Drunk Guys fold after drinking a beer this week when they “read” Origami Extravaganza by Tuttle Studio. They drink a thousand of: ForEverett by Timber Ales. Join the Drunk Guys next Tuesday when they read Cryptonomicon by Nea.....
Beyond IPAs: Emerging Beer Trends Set to Dominate 2026
The state of brewing in America and beyond.This classic beer has exploded in popularity once again with our new contributor, Katie Johnson.The beer styles that are poised for success in 2026.The history of an iconic American beer, plus a tasting revi.....
AG Craft Beer Cast Paul Brown Super Jersey Comic Expo
Paul Brown the co-creator of Super Jersey Comic Expo joins me for 2 segments. A fantastic family friendly event taking place in April. Plus, Paul gives his opinion on what businesses are doing right and wrong when it comes to social media. News from .....
#163 The Truth About Tap Water: Legal vs. Healthy Standards
In this episode of Brews & Banter, Frank and Roman welcome Cydian Kauffman from Pure Water Northwest for a deep dive into the complex world of water quality and filtration. Cydian explains the critical distinction between "legal" and "healthy" wa.....
The All Video Game Bonus Episode
This week, the geeks are discussing video games that they have gotten for the holidays and upcoming video games they are looking forward to. Also..... Dustin's audio was not recorded for this episode, so excuse any moment of awkwardness where the duk.....
Magic Eye III by N.E. Thing Enterprises
The Drunk Guys eye more beer this week when they “read” Magic Eye III by N.E. Thing Enterprises. They read the labels on: Edge Consciousness by Threes Brewing and Seeing Things by Other Half. Join the Drunk Guys next Tuesday whe.....
AG Craft Beer Cast Wet Ticket Brewing
Tim Pewitt co-owner of Wet Ticket Brewing joined me for 2 segments. We're talking about their recent 9th Anniversary, beers coming out soon and how to brew a beer event. News from Other Half, Troegs, Icarus. Spring beer fest in the Lehigh Valley. Ann.....