Beer Blues and BS

It's a spooky, cider-fueled Halloween edition of Beer, Blues, and Bs! Mark Kidder and Howard Blues welcome Doc, LCL Geek, and Rudeboy Kyle for a night of shocking beverage flops, fierce apple hatred, and potential podcast fraud. 🔥 On the Show: Apple Aversion Alert: Mark Kidder drops some bombshells about his intense dislike for apples and fruit. Watch his hilarious, low-rating reactions to two 10...

In Episode 237, we're tasting a homebrew clone, debating conspiracy theories, and diving into the controversial world of craft beer marketing! The "What's on Tap" segment features a special experiment: LCL Geek's homebrewed "Barnfind" farmhouse ale—a clone of the highly-regarded New Glarus Spotted Cow! We compare the clone to the original to see if LCL Geek nailed the flavor profile. Plus, Doc sip...

We're live from the heart of downtown Bismarck for Episode 236! Mark Kidder is enjoying an Old Fashioned and a hockey win, while the rest of the crew dives into a fresh round of diverse drinks, all courtesy of their friend, Pat! In the "What's on Tap" segment, LCL Geek samples a delicious S'mores Stout that's perfect for a campfire. Meanwhile, Howard Blues risks his taste buds with an El Chavo Man...

This week, we dive into conspiracy theories, share embarrassing stories from our youth, and debate the bizarre realities of small-town life. Get ready for a lively discussion on everything from chemtrails and van camping to getting tickets for exhibition driving! This week, we're tasting everything from a smooth Hairy Man Whiskey to a terrible Ninkasi Gold Lager that Doc rates poorly. And speaking...

IPA Appreciation Month is officially over, and in Episode 234, the crew is celebrating with a variety of drinks... though some still insist on drinking double IPAs! Doc returns with a bitter Double IPA, rating it a mere 1.5, while JS Gunslinger finds relief in a smooth Shock Top Mango Wheat. Howard attempts to revisit a previously bad IPA, and Mark Kidder celebrates the return of hockey season wit...

In Episode 233, we're still following Howard Blues on his 211-mile walking challenge! He's letting the crew guide him through the dark streets, and this time, we try to navigate him back home while he struggles with blisters and the wrong shoes. On the drinks menu, things get weird. Rudeboy Kyle is all in with a sour ale with dill pickles—is it a refreshing tart treat or an absolute crime against...

Episode 232 is a podcast in motion! Howard Blues takes on a 211-mile walking challenge—crossing North Dakota live on the show—and he's letting the crew navigate! That's right, he's walking through a random neighborhood, relying on our real-time, zero-map-checking directions. Will he find his way or end up in a ditch? Tune in to find out! We're still (somehow) in IPA Appreciation Month, forcing the...

We're still in the thick of IPA Appreciation Month, and things are getting dicey in Episode 231. Some of our crew are enjoying the taste, but others have a different opinion. One of our tasters gets a Dead Guy Imperial IPA, and it's so bad they rate it a 0.3 out of 5. We're pretty sure we're torturing ourselves for your entertainment. But we didn't stop at just bad beer. Howard brings back the dre...

Get ready for another wild ride on episode 230! We're back with the crew, and things get weird fast. We're still in IPA Appreciation Month, but with mixed results. One of our tasters even gives a beer a 0.5 rating, while another declares a double IPA "trash" and wants to switch to whiskey. But the real chaos comes from the surprise appearance of a Batman-themed JS from a masquerade ball. We get in...

It's episode 229 and we're officially halfway through IPA Appreciation Month! We're back with "the doc," "JS gunslinger," and "Big D" as we dive headfirst into more hoppy mayhem. This week, we subject our palates to another hazy IPA, and let's just say the reviews are mixed... and mostly bad. One person says it tastes like a "Bud Light with a little bit extra Christmas tree," while another claims...

In episode 228, we dive deep into a terrible Imperial IPA, Howard tries a questionable snack, and the controversy around AI art. This week, Howard bravely samples Pan's Mushroom Jerky, a vegan, plant-based, gluten-free snack. What's the verdict on this shiitake mushroom-based jerky? Is it a delicious, savory alternative, or just a sweet, chewy oddity? The unexpected California warning label adds a...

Hold on tight for episode 227 of the Beer, Blues, and Bs podcast! This week, the crew navigates some treacherous territory. We're talking terrible IPAs, Google Maps leading us into a pond, and a rented Kia Optima that went where no Kia has gone before. Join Howard, Brother Niko, LCL Geek, JS, Mark Kidder, and Big D as they tackle a new round of beer ratings, rant about IPA Appreciation Month 🍻, a...

Get ready for Episode 226 of the Beer, Blues, and Bs podcast! This week, we dive headfirst into IPA Appreciation Month with some surprising results. The crew is all here, with Mark Kidder broadcasting live from a Star Trek convention and JS battling a string of bad luck—including a broken-down car and a partially warm IPA. Join Howard, Brother Niko, LCL Geek, Big D, and JS as they share their "Wha...

Episode 225 of Beer, Blues, and Bs kicks off with "What's On Tap" beverage reviews! Doc's "beast killer sunrise" holds strong, while Big D's "Lowal" coffee delivers "metal and sadness" with an effective kick. Howard Blues struggles through a cinnamon-heavy old-fashioned, and Mark Kidder enjoys a classic "Garage Beer." Get ready for IPA Appreciation Month! Howard Blues announces the official select...

Ready for some laughs, libations, and a whole lot of unexpected turns? In Episode 224 of Beer, Blues, and Bs, things get colorful—literally! We kick things off with Big D's Black Rifle Coffee "Silencer Smooth", Doc’s Long Island Iced Tea, Mark Kidder's Shiner Raspberry Lemonade, and Howard Blues' Blake's Hard Cider Co. Triple Jam. Then, prepare for a hilarious miniature painting challenge! Howard...

Get ready for an episode packed with refreshing drinks, unexpected projects, and lively discussions! In Episode 223 of Beer, Blues, and Bs, we're diving into a wide array of topics, all while enjoying some interesting beverages. First up, our "What's on Tap?" segment features Rudeboy Kyle with a Samuel Adams Blueberry Lager, JS's Incline Cider House Imperial Tart Cherry, Doc reviewing a Vast Nonfl...

Do you dare? In Episode 222 of Beer, Blues, and Bs, the guys tackle the infamous Malört Sucks candies! Prepare for puckered faces and hilarious reactions as they experience the "taste you love to hate" in hard candy form. Will they survive? Click to find out! We've also got a full lineup of interesting beverages, including Big D's hot tea, localgeek's Shiner Lemonade Shandy, and Doc's Coors Banque...

Kidder's still in charge, and the tavern is buzzing with JS Gunslinger and LCL Geek! Get ready for a wild ride from cheap beer to real-time storm drama! What's on Tap: Brave Brews! JS Gunslinger dares to review Mickey's Fine Malt Liquor – the cheapest beer around! Then, the guys brave the Shiner Lemonade Shandy. Guns, Ribs & Bad Liquor Plans! Dive into JS's intense USPSA competition prep, incl...

Hold onto your hats! Howard and Kidder are joined by LCL Geek and JS Gunslinger for an episode that takes an unexpected turn! This week, we're tasting watermelon Jarritos and a "Pink Fluffy Unicorn Dancing on Rainbows" ale. But the real action kicks off as JS Gunslinger becomes an UNINTENTIONAL STORM CHASER – providing LIVE tornado footage as sirens blare in the background! Witness the chaos as fu...

This week the tavern is buzzing! Join Howard, Kidder, and LCL Geek for a deep dive into remastered metal, fine spirits, and some truly explosive action movie opinions! What's on Tap: Whiskey, Bourbon & Beyond! The "What's on Tap?" segment features a varied lineup! LCL Geek keeps it clean with water, while Kidder enjoys "No Time Like Mountain Time" from New Belgium. Howard takes a sip of Bismar...

The guys are back, and the pollen isn't the only thing causing a stir! Join Howard, Kidder, and the LCL Geek for an episode absolutely packed with AI gone wild, peculiar beverages, and some truly outrageous Star Trek fan awards! What's on Tap: Tropical & Tart! Get ready for some wild taste tests! LCL Geek kicks it off with non-alcoholic mango Jarritos. Then, Howard and Kidder brave a Shiner ma...

Howard's back in the captain's chair, and apparently, the swearing floodgates are officially open! Join Howard, Kidder, Doc, and Rudeboy Kyle, with Big D tuning in from an undisclosed, very hot locale. Prepare for a chaotic ride filled with questionable beverages and fiery opinions! What's on Tap: A Potent Mix! The "What's on Tap" segment is a true experiment this week! Big D kicks it off with Liq...

Howard's back in the captain's chair, but sleep deprivation is the real co-host this week! Join Howard, Kidder, Rudeboy Kyle from Iowa, Doc from the East Coast, and the ever-elusive Big D (location undisclosed) for a wild ride through everything from bizarre beverages to F1 safety concerns! What's on Tap: Beer & Beyond! Get ready for some truly unique taste tests! Rudeboy Kyle sips on a Souths...

Vices, Kilts & The Big D Cookie Photo Origin! Strap in, because Kidder is leading a packed house this week with Big D, the LCL Geek, JS Gunslinger, Doc, and Brother Niko! Get ready for a total banter overload as the gents tackle a plethora of topics. The show kicks off with JS Gunslinger's new office vice – and he's looking for the perfect spot to mount it! Later, JS gives us an exclusive tour...

Mark Kidder is still in the captain's chair, flying solo this week as Howard enjoys his hiatus! But fear not, the Tavern is packed with a fantastic crew: Doc, Brother Niko, JS Gunslinger, LCL Geek, and the triumphant return of Big D! This episode brings a long-awaited moment: JS Gunslinger finally dares to try those infamous international snacks that Howard "shared" with the group way back in Epis...