The Taproom Podcast

Apr 07, 2024 • E10 • 01:36:40

In episode 60, I sit down with Josh Hamilton, the creative genius behind Hamilton Family Brewery. This episode takes you through Josh's captivating journey from tinkering with home brewing to becoming a respected figure in the craft beer industry. Listen...

Mar 31, 2024 • E09 • 01:34:31

In this episode of The Taproom we go through Ray Ricky Rivera's journey, founder of Norwalk Brewhouse, from a humble homebrew enthusiast to an accomplished entrepreneur. Dive deep into Ray's fascinating tryst with craft beer, right from his first encounte...

Mar 24, 2024 • E08 • 01:38:48

In episode 58 of the Taproom Podcast, we take you behind the scenes of Villains Brewing, an awesome brewery born out of grit, passion, and a strong love for craft beer. We introduce you to the inspiring personalities behind this thriving brewery. The epis...

Mar 17, 2024 • E07 • 01:37:53

In Episode 57 of The Taproom Podcast, host Mike introduces special guest, Dennis Malcolm Byron, better known in the craft beer industry as Real Ale Sharpton. Passionate about craft beer, Ale shares his captivating journey from New York to Atlanta's bustli...

Mar 10, 2024 • E06 • 01:30:38

In this episode of the Taproom Podcast, hear from Tim and Steve, the co-founders of Hardihood Distribution. This duo expertly shares their unique journey into the craft beer world, from their individual paths to their shared passion for the industry. From...

Mar 03, 2024 • E05 • 00:44:58

Come aboard an unforgettable birthday weekend trip with host Mike on episode 55 of the Taproom Podcast. From tasting unique brews across San Diego's finest breweries, bars, and hidden gems to scoring them on a 'must-try spots' list, Mike's journey is a ro...

Feb 25, 2024 • E04 • 01:39:39

Interview starts at 5:48, In our latest episode of Taproom Podcast, we dive into a captivating conversation with John Sanchez from Native Son brewery, deemed as a gemstone in the vibrant heart of Los Angeles. Native Son, which initially started as a craft...

Feb 18, 2024 • E03 • 01:07:43

Welcome guest Abraham Mercado, the first ever guest to appear in both intro and interview segment of the podcast, they initiate the voyage from La Bodega in Whittier. Dive into intriguing discussion of new beer releases, brewing processes, and tales of in...

Feb 12, 2024 • E02 • 02:30:59

interview w/ Mike and Jimmy starts at 8:09, interview w/ Big Ricks BBQ 1:57:10, What an Episode, it was like a brewers round table talking with Jimmy and Mike, two amazing people. Rick Becerra, what a nice guy, hearing his story and how supportive his fam...

Feb 04, 2024 • 01:31:49

Interview starts at 12:18, What an episode with Drew Pool of @Wrenhousebrewing in Phoenix, Arizona. We talk about how he and his business partner started the brewery, All the amazing beer they brew, how he got into craft beer! Also talked with Jimmy from...