AG Craft Beer Cast

Sean Torres from Kills Boro Brewing is my guest for the final two segments of the show. We’re talking Pizza Party at Snug Harbor on Staten Island and more. Dogfish Analog A Go Go tickets are on sale soon. Snallygaster tickets will be released on Tuesday. Conclave and Screamin Hill turning 11 details. Grimm has opened a second location. Gary Monterosso weekly beer segment too.

Chris O'Leary from Brew York joined me to talk about his trip to his 4000 brewery, Troegs and so much more. Dogfish has a new cooler for your summer needs and a brand new Whiskey collaboration with Rolling Stone. Stuff going on at Eppig Brewing, Brickaversary details. Hotdog eating contest at Sixpoint. The longest beer car give ever seen. Brews to Barns. Gary Monterosso weekly beer segment too.

Geoff Bado at Zed's Beer joined me to talk about his World Cup beer and more. News from Departed Soles, an OG Collab from Stone and Coronado. Wild Fern Brewing opening a second location. Two Ton reopening details. Twin Soles is about to open. Boozy Ice Cream in NJ? Cider Con and the Brewers Association team up. Founders bourbon? Gary Monterosso weekly beer segment too.

Jason Goldstein owner/brewer at Icarus Brewing joins me to talk Lagerfest, 2nd Anniversary in Brick details and more. Funky Buddha Anniversary party additions. New bobbleheads for Schlitz, Troegs yearly summer double returns. Bolero Snort watch parties. Want to be a beer roadie with Iron Maiden on their U.S. Tour? I'll have the 411. Gary Monterosso weekly beer segment and more.

All News Edition. Funky Buddha Anniversary party. NJ Pint Day recap. Tickets for Witchcraft go on sale soon. Talea teams up with the NYPL for a George Washington beer. Flagship brews a tavern ale. Samuel Adams patriotic beers. Brew at the Zoo at the Turtleback Zoo should be ashamed of themselves. I'll discuss that. Lawson's Finest newest beer. Zed's put 48 hops in a beer for the World Cup. @garymonterosso weekly beer segment and more. @njcraftbeer  @hoppedupnetwork #drinklocal  #njpintday#music

Chris Furnari joined me to talk Athletic Brewing celebrating 250 America with repackaging, radlers and more. Then Bill Covaleski from Victory Beer and Irene Squizzato of Curiosity Roads are on for the rest of the show to talk about this once in a lifetime trip to Belgium and experience their beer scene. Anniversary parties from Grimm and Saltfields. NJ Pint Day is almost here. GABF tickets on sale soon. The Jeffrey bets on the Knocks and loses but the patrons win. Gary Monterosso weekly beer segment and more.

All News edition. NJ movie theaters may soon be serving alcohol in them. NJ Pint Day info. Schlitz is no more. New N/A beers from Pure Project. Blue Moon, Blue Beer? A beer made with cocaine? Cloudburst and Bale Breaker merge. New 12 packs from Troegs. AI advertising, do you like it or hate it? Athletic Brewing celebrating 250 years of America. Gary Monterosso weekly beer segment and more.

Sean Lawson founder of Lawson's Finest joined me for an extended interview. New beers from Troegs & Other Half. Breweries in NJ that are participating in #NJPintDay Miller Lite with a soccer ball cooler? Party on the Roof Top at Beach Haus. Maine Beer news. @garymonterosso weekly beer segment and more. @njcraftbeer  @hoppedupnetwork  #drinklocal  #smallbusinessowners#music

Danny and Mike from Erratic Fermentations join me from the brewery in Bradley Beach, NJ. From homebrew to a new can release we cover a lot of ground. Anniversary Happenings from Screamin Hill. New beers from Von Ebert. Collab from Coronado Brewing and Maui Brewing. Kills Boro headed to Asbury Park. The Fishtown Beer Fest info. Dewey Beer/Troegs collab. Dogfish/Survivor Collab and more. @garymonterosso weekly beer segment on value.  @njcraftbeer  @hoppedupnetwork   #drinklocal  #smallbusinessowners #music  #podcasts

David Walker, co-owner of Firestone Walker joined me to talk about their milestone anniversary of 30 years. Why now was the right time to acquire Stone Brewing and much more. Anniversary Happenings from Flagship, Twin Elephant, Chilton Mill too. Two Ton has been sold. Angry Chair is up for sale and new beer from Lawson's Finest and more. Gary Monterosso weekly segment on the beer business too.  @njcraftbeer  @hoppedupnetwork  #drinklocal  #smallbusinessowners#music  #podcasts

Brie Devlin Executive Director of the Brewers Guild of NJ, joined me to talk NJ Pint Day and more. News from Kills Boro as Pizza Party is back! Alesmith, Witchcraft, Hops 4 Hope, Pizza Port. Duvel USA and Firestone Walker acquired Stone Brewing. @garymonterosso weekly segment on beer festivals and more. www.am970theanswer.com to stream the show live anywhere around the world. @njcraftbeer  @hoppedupnetwork  #drinklocal  #smallbusinessowners#music  #podcasts

An all-news edition. With stuff from Troegs, Pabst Blue Ribbon pickle beer. Phase Three announcing their Pixel Pals collab. Colorado Pint Day is coming. The Back Yard Ramble is back. A full recap of the final AC Beer and Music Fest. Music Bingo is back at Wet Ticket. Gary Monterosso weekly segment on barrel aged beers and more. 

Chuck Aaron Owner/Brewer at Jersey Girl Brewing joins me to talk 10th Anniversary and more. News from Alesmith, Troegs, Sloop, plus, binge drinking even 1 time a month can damage your liver. Grimm is expanding in Brooklyn. Esker Hart Anniversary details. Abita hires a beer legend. NJ Pint Day is coming. Gary Monterosso weekly segment is talk about Sours. www.am970theanswer.com to stream the show live anywhere around the world. @njcraftbeer  @hoppedupnetwork   #drinklocal  #smallbusinessowners#music  #podcasts

Sam Calagione owner/Brewer at Dogfish Head joins me to talk Record Store Day, Grateful Dead lager collaboration and more. Also Jon Henderson from the AC Beer and Music Fest recaps 20 years of this awesome festival that is ending next weekend. News from Firestone Walker, Tilray and more. Plus, a tribute to Scott Wells who is leaving Bolero Snort for a new venture. Gary Monterosso weekly segment too. #drinklocal  #smallbusinessowners#music  #podcasts

Dani Casey co-owner at Foam Brewers joined me to talk 10th Anniversary, where they are pouring in NJ next and more. Anniversary stuff from Ghost Hawk and the Veil too. You can drink on the Staten Island Ferry again. Stone Brewing takes over a part of Petco Park. New way to get to wineries and breweries around Cape May and Wildwood. New gluten free- N/A beer from Departed Soles. Gary Monterosso weekly segment and more.

 All News edition with stuff from Dogfish, Trillium, River Horse/DuClaw, Jersey Girl Brewing. Sammy Hagar's Beach Bar Rum available in NY and NJ. Athletic and the SF Giants partner up. Strong Rope is closing but the boys from @foreverbrewing are moving in. Proletariat is also closing. Info on beers @alesmithbrewing @lawsonsfinest and more. @garymonterosso weekly segment too.  @njcraftbeer @hoppedupnetwork #drinklocal #smallbusinessowners #music #podcasts 

Ronnie Scouten co-owner and Brewer at Autodidact joined me on the show to talk 3rd Anniversary party and more. News from Samuel Adams, New Trail, @nyscraftbeer More breweries closing including Triumph in New Hope, PA. Big merger in Chicago. A tribute to Ann Reilly who's leaving her post as Exec Director of the NYC Brewers Guild. George Clooney and Friends diving into the N/A space and more. #drinklocal #smallbusinessowners #music #podcasts 

Brett Bullock, owner and Brewer at Screamin Hill Brewery joined me. A couple of NJ Breweries are having issues. I will discuss. Das Bock returns to Long Island, Baron Brew Fest info. Anniversary parties from Terrapin, Autodidact, Czig Meister, The Veil too. Plus Beer Girl expanding distro. New beers from Von Ebert and Founders. Tilray buys Brewdog and more.  #drinklocal#smallbusinessowners#music#podcasts

Replaying the interview I did with John Holl from just a few weeks ago. Also discussing the closures that have happened over the last several weeks from Tired Hands and Jersey Cyclone. Also another edition of why are beer festivals not succeeding in NJ and nationwide. 

All News edition. With stuff from Foam Brewers, Screamin Hill, AC Beer and Music Fest, Troegs, Alesmith, Sierra Nevada, Dogfish Head. Prison City Beer, A cool collab from Coronado Brewing and El Segundo Brewing and more. @njcraftbeer @hoppedupnetwork #drinklocal#smallbusinessowners#music#podcasts

John Holl, beer author, editor podcast host joins me for 2 segments from Haileys Pub in Metchuen. News from Cigar City, Colorado Brewers Guild, Departed Soles donut day is back. Iron Maiden teaming with Lagunitas for a new Trooper beer. American Craft Beer HOF news, Victory celebrating 30 years and more.

Jason Goldstein Owner/Head Brewer of Icarus Brewing joins for 2 segments from the brewery. What does year 10 bring? A yacht rock cover band you don't want to miss and more. News from Trillium, Samuel Adams, Dogfish Head. Beer made with Bear Poop? You betcha Yogi Bear. And why are NJ Beer Festivals on the decline and more.

All ladies guest edition. First up Kat Hess Head Brewer at Wynkoop talks about the Day of Darks event and more. Then Ann Reilly the Executive Director of the NYC brewers guild joins me to talk about Opening Bash. News from Troegs, Jersey Girl, Stone, Other Half, Strong Rope. Plus the GABF is going outdoors this year and more. www.am970theanswer.com to stream the show live anywhere around the world.

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 takeover. NJ ABC actually listened to brewers, legislators and the general public and more.  @njcraftbeer @hoppedupnetwork #drinklocal#smallbusinessowners#music#podcasts

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 Stone Brewing, Coronado Brewing, Von Ebert, Alesmith and Weyerbacher. Angry Erik Anniversary party and more.  @njcraftbeer @hoppedupnetwork #drinklocal#smallbusinessowners#music#podcasts

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. Anniversary party at Three 3's. More breweries closing and more. #drinklocal#smallbusinessowners#music#podcasts

Tom Nielsen the director of brewing operations for Emberside Brewery joined me for 2 segments from Grain and Cane restaurant. News from @brewsology @funkybuddhabeer @cigarcitybrewing Von Ebert, brew a beer at Wet Ticket. An awesome comic book event in NJ. CHICAGO Beer Fest. The date for NYC Opening Bash is set and more. @njcraftbeer @hoppedupnetwork #drinklocal#smallbusinessowners#music#podcasts

Jim King the co-owner and Issac Boucher the Head Brewer of Skinny Flowers join me for 2 segments from the brewery. News from Brewsology, Funky Buddha, Cigar City, Molson Coors gets you home for free on NYE in select cities. The date for NYC Opening Bash is set and more. Suds and Duds too. 

All News Edition with stuff from Brewsology, Athletic Brewing Company teaming up with Open Table. Funky Buddha Brewery, Cigar City Brewing Gun Hill Brewing Company. N/A beer from Founders Brewing Co.. The date for NYC Opening Bash is set and more. Suds and Duds too.  @njcraftbeer @hoppedupnetwork #drinklocal #smallbusinessowners #music #podcasts

Tiney Riccardi the Earthy Delight's Reporter from The Denver Post, joins me to talk about her great story on Wilding Brands and how they figured out a way to join forces and prosper in these uncertain times. News from Brewsology, Alternate Ending, Ghostfish, Russian River. An update on Anchor Steam not leaving San Francisco. A new brewery in NJ hires a director of brewery operations and more. Suds and Duds too. @njcraftbeer @hoppedupnetwork #metalforever#drinklocal#drinkcraftnotcrap#stouts#ipas#lagers#ales#sours#hops#pilsners#porters#beer#fcancer#smallbusinessowners#beerfestivals#beertours#music#podcasts

All News edition with stuff from Wet Ticket Brewing, Icarus Brewing and Jersey Girl. Dogfish Head and Creem magazine hosting a Dirty Martini party in NYC. Info on Pure Project's Anniversary party. Here for the beer tickets on sale now for the AC Beer and Music Fest. Updates on Rogue and Torch and Crown closings and more. Suds and Duds too. #metalforever #drinklocal #drinkcraftnotcrap #stouts #ipas #lagers #ales #sours #hops #pilsners #porters #beer #fcancer #smallbusinessowners #beerfestivals #beertours #music #podcasts

Eric McGowan Co-owner of Pallet Brewing in Maplewood,NJ joined me for two segments from the brewery. News with stuff from Wet Ticket, Brooklyn Brewery, Lawson's Finest, Big Brew, Torch and Crown has closed. The Siebel Institute of Technology is leaving Chicago. closes and more. Suds and Duds too.  @njcraftbeer @hoppedupnetwork #metalforever #drinklocal #drinkcraftnotcrap #stouts #ipas #lagers #ales #sours #hops#porters #beer #fcancer #smallbusinessowners #beerfestivals #beertours #music #podcasts

Colin McDonough and Stevie Nicks his beautiful 1yr old English Labrador from Oakflower Brewing joins me for two segments from the brewery. We discuss the brewery's 3rd Anniversary this weekend and more. News of course with stuff from Wet Ticket, Big Brew, Icarus, Rogue spirits and ales closes and more. Suds and Duds too. @njcraftbeer @hoppedupnetwork #metalforever#drinklocal#drinkcraftnotcrap#stouts#ipas#lagers#ales#sours#hops#pilsners#porters#beer#fcancer#smallbusinessowners#beerfestivals#beertours#music#podcasts

Ron Cassel and Ronnie Scouten from Autodidact join me for two segments from the brewery. Talking about expansion of the existing brewery, why the Egger hop is so popular and more. News of course with stuff from Firestone Walker, Great Lakes, Torch and Crown, Samuel Adams, Troegs and more. Suds and Duds too. #metalforever#drinklocal#drinkcraftnotcrap#stouts#ipas#lagers#ales#sours#hops#pilsners#porters#beer#fcancer#smallbusinessowners#beerfestivals#beertours#music#podcasts

Another All News Edition with stuff from Firestone Walker, Double Tap Brewing, Athletic Brewing and Troegs. Bolero Snort with a food and supplies fundraiser. An awesome event by the cool dudes from the AC Beer and Music Fest. Another NJ brewery is up for sale. Suds and Duds too. @njcraftbeer @hoppedupnetwork #metalforever#drinklocal#drinkcraftnotcrap#stouts#ipas#lagers#ales#sours#hops#pilsners#porters#beer#fcancer#smallbusinessowners#beerfestivals#beertours#music#podcasts

 All News Edition with stuff from Sapporo-Stone, Heavy Seas Anniversary party details. Cricket Hill is for sale. Beer and Cigar night from Weyerbacher and Cigars International. More Speedway Stouts rolling out from Alesmith. Beer Girl gets distro in Southern California. New brewery soon to open in Southwest NJ. And why are concert tickets so pricey? I'll try to explain. Suds and Duds too. #metalforever#drinklocal#drinkcraftnotcrap#stouts#ipas#lagers#ales#sours#hops#pilsners#porters#beer#fcancer#smallbusinessowners#beerfestivals#beertours#music#podcasts

Chris O'Leary from Brew York joins me to talk about his beer travels and comments on a NY Times opinion piece about the state of craft beer. News from Stone Brewing, Wild East Grandiversary details. The return of Utopias. A future brewery on Mars? A full recap of a fantastic 30 year anniversary party with Dogfish Head and Swift Hibernian Lounge. Plus a visit to McSorley's and more. #metalforever#drinklocal#drinkcraftnotcrap#stouts#ipas#lagers#ales#sours#hops#pilsners#porters#beer#fcancer#smallbusinessowners#beerfestivals#beertours#music#podcasts#blogger

Chuck Aaron from Jersey Girl Brewing joined me to discuss the NJ ABC and the discussion they had with NJ brewers at the first ever Brewers Guild of NJ conference. Alesmith has some huge events happening in November. The GABF handed out medals last week. I'll recap some of them. News from the Colorado Brewers Guild, stout season is around the corner. Big event with Dogfish Head in NYC. New Hope Beer Festival details. Suds and Duds and more. @njcraftbeer @hoppedupnetwork  #metalforever #drinklocal #drinkcraftnotcrap #stouts #ipas #lagers #ales #sours #hops #pilsners #porters #beer #fcancer #smallbusinessowners #beerfestivals #beertours #music #podcasts

John Dantzler the new CFO of the Driven Collective. The new merger between Torch and Crown and Aslin joins me for 2 segments to talk about the partnership, the beer biz in general and more. New pricing for the B 3 showdown. N/A coffee stout collaboration with two big Marvel stars. Funkwerks closing its taproom. Big event with Dogfish Head in NYC and more. @njcraftbeer @hoppedupnetwork #metalforever#drinklocal#drinkcraftnotcrap#stouts#ipas#lagers#ales#sours#hops#pilsners#porters#beer#fcancer#smallbusinessowners#beerfestivals#beertours#music#podcasts

Scott Wells and Eric Orlando both representing the Brewers Guild of NJ join me to talk about the onerous rules that have been hastily slapped together by the NJ ABC that have the potential to do more harm than good if implemented. Plus, things to do if you're attending the GABF next week. Huge beer event in Chicago. Some fun events at Jersey Cyclone and Icarus too. #metalforever#drinklocal#drinkcraftnotcrap#stouts#ipas#lagers#ales#sours#hops#pilsners#porters#beer#fcancer#smallbusinessowners#beerfestivals#beertours#music#podcasts

Brian Kulbacki from Departed Soles joins me for 2 segments to talk about 10th Anniversary happenings along with another well deserved award for his gluten free beers. News from Moosehead, Torch and Crown merging with Aslin. The return of Master of Pumpkins @troegsbeer New N/A beverage package at Carnival Cruises. Oktoberfest happenings at Talea, @wetticketbrewing Suds and Duds and more. @njcraftbeer @hoppedupnetwork #metalforever#drinklocal#drinkcraftnotcrap#stouts#ipas#lagers#ales#sours#hops#pilsners#porters#beer#fcancer#smallbusinessowners#beerfestivals#beertours#music#podcasts

Cindy DeRama and Tim Besecker co-owners of Twin Elephant Brewing join me for 2 segments to talk about happenings at the brewery and so much more. News from Iron Hill closing some brewpubs, Stone Brewing's big Anniversary Party. Bottle Logic now available in NJ. Source Brewing news. Suds and Duds and more. 

Scott Wells from Bolero Snort joined me for 2 segments talking Oxtoberfest and more. My thoughts on @21stAmendment closing. @mainebeer co-owner running for U.S. Senate. The return of Red Bandana. Oktoberfest Celebrations in NJ and NY. Suds and Duds and more. @njcraftbeer @hoppedupnetwork #metalforever#drinklocal#drinkcraftnotcrap#stouts#ipas#lagers#ales#sours#hops#pilsners#porters#beer#fcancer#smallbusinessowners#beerfestivals#beertours#music#podcasts

Sam Calagione from Dogfish Head joins me to talk Engine 19 IPA a beer that helps first responders in Philly. Plus, Jay Sykes at Flagship Brewing talking Oysterfest and coffee. News from Societe, Troegs, Sierra Nevada. Blocktoberfest details. Suds and Duds and more.  @njcraftbeer @hoppedupnetwork #metalforever#drinklocal#drinkcraftnotcrap#stouts#ipas#lagers#ales#sours#hops#pilsners#porters#beer#fcancer#smallbusinessowners#beerfestivals#beertours#music#podcasts

Gary Monterosso host of the Beverage Chronicles joins me to talk ACBHOF, plus why are folks cutting back on booze and more. News from Founders, Von ebert Brewing, Indeed Brewing too. Suds and Duds and more. www.am970theanswer.com to stream the show live anywhere around the world. @njcraftbeer @hoppedupnetwork #metalforever #drinklocal #drinkcraftnotcrap #stouts #ipas #lagers #ales #sours #hops #pilsners #porters #beer #fcancer #smallbusinessowners #beerfestivals #beertours #music #podcasts

Sunday, 11pm EDT #craftbeer cast AM 970 The Answer Portions of the show brought to you by River Horse Brewing Co. and DuClaw Brewing Co. Dani Casey co-owner of Foam Brewers joins me for 2 segments at Paragon Tap and Table . Oysterfest is back at Flagship Brewery Bolero Snort Brewery and Brix City Brewing teaming up for Oktoberfest. American Craft Beer Hall of Fame news. BEER BBQ BACON Showdown is back at a new venue. Suds and Duds with a full recap of Carton Brewing Anniversary party and more. www.am970theanswer.com to stream the show live anywhere around the world. New Jersey Craft Beer Hopped Up Network #metalforever #drinklocal #drinkcraftnotcrap #stouts #ipas #lagers #ales #sours #hops #pilsners #porters #beer #fcancer #smallbusinessowners #beerfestivals #beertours #music #podcasts

If you missed the craft beer cast Robyn Mishak and Alex Kron from Riverhorse-DuClaw join me to talk some Oktoberfest among other things. New beers from Wild East, Lawson's Finest, and New Holland. GABF tix on sale. Beer Bacon BBQ is back at a new venue. Suds and Duds and more. Portions of the show brought to you by River Horse and DuClaw Brewing. #metalforever#drinklocal#drinkcraftnotcrap#stouts#ipas#lagers#ales#sours#hops#pilsners#porters#beer#fcancer#smallbusinessowners#beerfestivals#beertours#music#podcasts

Brian Koch head brewer at Phantom Canyon Brewing joins me to talk about what it's like to take over a legendary brand in Colorado. Portions of the show brought to you by @riverhorsebrewing and @duclawbrewingco  News from @samueladams Hops 4 Hope is right around the corner. Oktoberfest happenings at Icarus, River Horse/Duclaw @czigmeister and Troegs. Blocktoberfest 411. Wild East with a Yacht Rock party. Plus my buds at Torch and Crown want to help throw YOU an epic party. Do you have a story that will blow them away? I'll have details. Suds and Duds and more. @njcraftbeer@hoppedupnetwork#metalforever#drinklocal#drinkcraftnotcrap#stouts#ipas#lagers#ales#sours#hops#pilsners#porters#beer#fcancer#smallbusinessowners#beerfestivals#beertours#music#podcasts

Sam Calagione at Dogfish Head joins me to talk Grateful Dead Beer, Cherry Wheat Ale and more. Do you have what it takes to be a Party Legend ? Lagunitas wants to know. Parties galore from Friend Lands, Autodidact and Tall Oaks. A full recap of Kills Boros Pizza Party from last week and more. Portions of the show brought to you by @riverhorsebrewing and @duclawbrewingco  @njcraftbeer @hoppedupnetwork #metalforever #drinklocal #drinkcraftnotcrap #stouts #ipas #lagers #ales #sours #hops #pilsners #porters #beer #fcancer #smallbusinessowners #beerfestivals #beertours #music #podcasts

Chelsea Rhodes from Berkeley Alley Beer Co joins me to talk about how her and her partner Liz are changing the way you drink. News from Dogfish, Brooklyn Brewery, Lawson Finest, Toppling Goliath. Block Party details from Bolero Snort. Miller Lite is giving away free beer. Guinness and Van Leeuwen's teaming up for an ice cream. Suds and Duds too. Portions of the show brought to you by River Horse and DuClaw Brewing.  @njcraftbeer@hoppedupnetwork #metalforever#drinklocal#drinkcraftnotcrap#stouts#ipas#lagers#ales#sours#hops#pilsners#porters#beer#fcancer#smallbusinessowners#beerfestivals#beertours#music#podcasts#ozzy