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This episode is 🇬🇧. We went across the pond for this episode to talk to Tim Hoolahan of Fallen Acorn Brewing Co. We talk about some of the differences between the US and UK beer scene, what beer styles are huge in the UK right now, and how much are people paying for hype cans like Treehouse and Monkish over in the UK? Be sure to follow Fallen Acorn on Instagram @fallenacornbrew Follow us on Instag...

In part 1, we talk about our venture to Decicco's for a secret podcast project coming in 2022, react to Bell's Brewery being sold to the same company that owns New Belgium, and talk about some CT beer events we'll be heading to in November. Follow us on Instagram @1056podcast

This episode is FOGGY. We sat down with one of the more exciting brewers in the state (maybe the country right now) Josh Arno of Abomination Brewing Company. The brewery came to the CT beer scene about 2 years ago out of Twelve Percent and has hit the ground running with their Fog IPA series. We talked to Josh about his beer journey to Connecticut, how he was able to get away with creating a beer...

In part 1, we talk about having beers in an old insane asylum, Jeff completes his review of Spectre, and we talk about the continual rise of Connecticut’s Athletic Brewing Company as they hire the former VP of Marketing at Dos Equis as the company’s first CMO. PLUS we tease our newest interview, coming next week. Watch our video review series Ten Fifty Sips on our Instagram @1056Podcast!

Episode 66 gets MEMED. We sit down with Tommy DeFilippo, who runs the best Instagram account dedicated to geographic specific memes: Trumbull Memes (@trumbullmemes on Instagram). Not only does he talk about his humble beginnings with the account, we also dive into the CT craft beer scene as well. His family are the owners of Angelo’s liquor store in Bridgeport, and we were lucky enough to get some...

Episode 66 is GOING TO BE THE START OF SOMETHING DIFFERENT. To make our content easier to enjoy, we'll now be splitting up our episodes into two: one episode dedicated to our usual intro banter in an extended format, and one episode dedicated to a beer review or interview.  Episode 66.1 was DOUBLE STUFFED with mini interviews from 2 events we attended over the past two weeks: BTE Slam and The CT B...

Episode 65 is FROM THE TOP ROPE . We had Ken Tuccio, founder of Best Trivia Ever, back on the show to talk about the biggest trivia event in recent memory: BTE Slam . In short, picture a wrestling ring inside of Tribus Brewing Co featuring some huge names from the wrestling community. We are so excited for this event on September 30th, 2021 and hope you all can make it to the event with us! Follow...

It’s Episode 64 and Tom M returns for a THIRD TIME. We catch up with Tom M on which up and coming brewery he feels has been producing some great stouts, talk about the Closer to Free Ride, and more about our goals for our social media accounts. By Tom M’s merch (all proceeds to charity) at itsalwaysstoutseason.com . Follow his Instagram @itsalwaysstoutseason Follow us on Instagram @1056podcast

Episode 63 is ON FLEEK . We were pumped to stop by Bridgeport’s newest brewery, Berlinetta Brewing. We talk all about the brewery itself and review one of their offerings on the show. We also explain how Jeff got his new nickname Pickle Jeff (everyone please call him that from now on). Donate to Tyler’s Closer to Free Ride Page HERE https://bit.ly/3iE55Ob Follow us on Instagram @1056podcast

Episode 62 is OLYMPIC. This is the podcast’s first Summer Olympics so we breakdown the end of the Gold Medal Table Tennis Match LIVE as Japan faced off against China (spoiler). Aside from that we were lucky to have on Carlee and Brandon of Bring It To The Table, Connecticut’s newest beer and food Vlogcast. We go over how they formed and who they think are the best brewery and restaurant in CT righ...

Episode 61 was LEGENDARY. We were joined by Co-Founder and Head Brewer of Two Roads Brewing Company Phil Markowski! We talked about his journey through the local beer industry, as well as his thoughts on the changing landscape of new and hyped styles of beer as well as a few stories behind some Two Roads and Area Two Beers. Follow us on Instagram @1056podcast Follow us on Untappd @tieler & @redmar...

Episode 60 is TWO GOOD . We were joined by friend of the show and recurring guest Kat Manning to talk about her day in the life as Social Media and Content Creator for one of the biggest breweries in the country, Two Roads Brewing Company. She’s been crushing the social media game for all things Two Roads (@tworoadsbrewing, @areatwobrewing, @daybreakercocktails, and @h2roads) and is definitely wor...

Episode 59 is FRIENDLY. We were lucky to have on our great friend Juan to discuss his new Instagram account (@beerforbooper) where he showcases his craft beer escapade in the quest to get every badge on Untappd. We also went over his contentious thoughts on the largest craft brewery in Connecticut, Two Roads (MAYBE we change his mind by the end of the interview). MAYBE we throw in a little Big Bro...

Episode 58 is THE BEST. We review Why You Hayden? the collaboration between Best Friends Lunch and Veracious Brewing. Catch up on all Ten Fifty Sips episode on our Instagram @1056Podcast Follow us on Untappd: @tieler & @redmarker Help Brienne (@ratmagnet) with Legal Fees GoFundMe https://gofund.me/515b5595

Episode 57 is ALL NEW. NEW Episode NEW Release Day (Podcast and Ten Fifty Sips episodes now drop on Tuesdays) NEW England Brewing Co We come back from our (1 episode) break to review arguably one of the best and oldest breweries in CT, NEBCO. What's better, we review a beer that has possibly one of the most clever names for a beer "668 The Neighbor of the Beast" a 7.8% Belgian Style Golden Ale. Fo...

Episode 56 is EXECUTIVE. We were honored to have on friend of the program and our Executive Producer Lee Metzger. We talk about the name for our new fanbase, Lee's journey through the CT beer world and his podcast (The Best in Show Show). Follow his podcast on Instagram @thebestinshowshow and @stripes_mcgahee for a new season coming soon. Also, production note, the 1056 Podcast will be taking a 1...

Episode 55 is FAKE. We were honored to have on our friend THE Fake Phil Markowski. We go over how he first got mistaken as the head brewer of Two Roads Brewing Company, some hilarious interactions with the Two Roads Crew, and talk about the future of Fake Phil Markowski. Follow Fake Phil on Instagram @fake_phil_markowski and as always leave us a 5 star review on Apple Podcasts. Follow us on Untapp...

Episode 54 comes FULL CIRCLE. Back in the second episode of this beer podcast, Jeff went in on the can design of Oh New England from Hanging Hills. 2+ years later we invited Joe on to squash our beef, and go into his transition from owning a brewery to being a gypsy brewer. He also teases a new beer coming out. Be sure to follow us on Instagram @1056Podcast for our video review series, Ten Fifty S...

Episode 53 is METAL. We stopped by Labyrinth Brewing Company in Manchester to pick up the 2021 version of Freezing Moon, a barrel aged imperial stout. We also follow up on what the TTB is exactly (from our last episode with Black Pond Brews) and touch on Tyler turning 29. Follow us on Instagram @1056Podcast for our video series Ten Fifty Sips and leave us a 5 star review!

Episode 52 was a WILDLY FUN TIME. Cory and Mike, Co-Founders at Black Pond Brews came on the podcast to talk about opening Black Pond Brews back in 2014, the TTB (which, for the record ,Black Pond Brews is pro-TTB), and some of the backstories behind their most popular beers. We even tried Machu Picchu, and Ban Headlines! Lemon Meringue Pie on the show, and we hope you all stop by their new locati...

It’s Episode 51 and we have THE DUDE Daniel Flynn, founder of DRF Consulting. Daniel has been helping dozens of local businesses (including many CT breweries) with their behind-the-scenes operations, like payroll, bill pay, and all things taxes (except he WON’T do your taxes. Don’t ask (we already did)). If you are a CT brewery and need help with your payroll, bill pay, and basically all things ex...

Episode 50 got UGLY (Drinks that is). We were joined by Hugh Thomas, Co-Founder and CEO of Ugly Drinks (starts at 26:14). He shared with us what it took to start Ugly Drinks, how they aim to combat the American and UK sugar addiction, as well as a few of his favorite beers he's had here in the US.  You can find Ugly Drinks in most grocery stores across the US, or get it shipped right to your...

It's the first 1056 show of 2021 and we set the bar HIGH. Darren Rovell, formally a Business Analyst at ESPN and current Senior Executive Producer at The Action Network, came on to talk about investing in Connecticut's own Athletic Brewing Company, and the shakeup of NA beer in the craft beer industry (STARTS AT 17:00 mark). Follow Darren on Instagram and Twitter at: https://twitter.com/darrenrove...

IT's EPISODE 48 and we have TWOFER for you all. But first, LIVE SHOWS ARE BACK. Second, we have on recurring guest Chase from South Carolina to discuss the SC vs CT beer scene and try beer from down south. Then, we review Lights Out Stout, a Limited Release Russian Imperial Stout. Want to watch our next live show...live? Follow us on Instagram @1056podcast. Leave us a 5 star review (please) Untapp...