Brewsing Banter

In this week's episode, the Legendary Brew Crew sits down with Fontashia, the founder of FACTS, a nonprofit organization based in North Carolina dedicated to uplifting marginalized communities through mindfulness and financial literacy programs. Fontashia shares her inspiring journey, detailing her transition from the classroom to community outreach, driven by her passion for teaching and empoweri...

Join the Legendary Brew Crew in this episode as they take you on a journey through their recent adventure at the Dewey Beer & Friends 2024 festival in coastal Delaware. The crew shares their firsthand experience of the rapidly rising beer fest that has become a must-add to any enthusiast's yearly calendar. Breweries from across North America gathered at the shore for an unforgettable celebration,...

This week the Legendary Brew Crew invites serial entrepreneur Danielle, the founder of MKS Products, to share her inspiring journey. The episode unfolds as Danielle recounts her entrepreneurial path, driven by a mother's desire to assist her daughter and the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. Listeners are taken through the evolution of MKS Products, from a single item to a thriving collec...

This week on the Legendary Brew Crew are joined by entrepreneur, Chris Wilson. Chris, the proprietor of Legacy Franchise Ventures and Co-host of the Winning Franchise Formula Podcast, brings a wealth of experience to the conversation. . In this episode, Chris opens up about his journey from facing roadblocks in Corporate America to finding his way into the world of entrepreneurship and franchising...

This week the Legendary Brew Crew would like to say sorry in advance. You'll understand once you listen. This episode features beer from Attic Brewing, Levante Brewing and Weathered Souls Brewing. Grab a Drink and Join the Banter!

In the first episode of 2024, the Legendary Brew Crew welcomes serial entrepreneur and investor, Pedro Moore, to discuss the ins and outs of venture capitalism. Pedro provides a quick overview of what venture capitalism entails, highlighting its advantages and challenges. He shares his personal journey into the world of venture capital and how it led to advising notable figures like Daymond John....

In the final episode of 2023, the Legendary Brew Crew embraces the festive spirit with Christmas Banter, sharing personal holiday traditions and humorous anecdotes. The episode takes an unexpected turn as the crew dives into hot takes on the beloved Home Alone franchise, sparking spirited discussions and controversial opinions. As they clink their metaphorical glasses to bid farewell to the year,...

What up Brewsers! Welcome to another dope episode! This week, we are thrilled to have back the incredible Hannah Ferguson, CEO and Owner of D.O.P.E. Cider House & Winery, based right in the heart of Youngstown, Ohio. Joining the crew, Hannah shares her journey from being a brewer to stepping into the world of cider and becoming the proud owner of the First Black and Female-Owned Cidery in Ohio. In...

The episode name says it all. Enjoy the banter! This episode features beer from Levante Brews, New England Brewing and Yards Brewing

In this week's episode the Legendary Brew Crew are joined by special guest Miguel Rivas, the Founder and curator of The BeerTrekker project. Miguel shares his journey on how attending world music events not only deepened his appreciation of other cultures but also shifted how he viewed a camera as a picture-taking device to a storytelling tool. The BeerTrekker project, born out of Miguel's love fo...

This week, the Legendary Brew Crew is joined by a special guest, Vivian Ward, the curator of events that champion diversity and inclusion in the craft beer space known as The ExBeerience. Vivian takes the crew through the initiative's roots, which sprouted from a bottle share and her observation of a lack of black-owned beer brands in the local area. Vivian also shares her personal journey in the...

This is Brewsing Banter! Your Favorite Beer Podcast that's more than Beer!!

In this episode, the Legendary Brew Crew celebrates the podcast's 5th anniversary with returning special guests Jasmine and Drew from Liquid Intrusion Brewing. The episode begins with reflections on the recent Brewsing Bash, highlighting the joyous moments from the celebration. Jasmine and Drew then share their reflections on the one-year anniversary of Liquid Intrusion Brewing, discussing the bre...

In this week's episode, the Legendary Brew Crew is joined by Mel Fox, one of the innovative minds behind Work For Your Beer and the creative force behind Cirque du Biere, an aerial troupe based in Charlotte, NC. Mel takes us on a fascinating journey, recounting how her and her would be co-founder search for local yoga classes at breweries and her passion for photography evolved into the thriving v...

Welcome to a special Halloween-themed episode, This week, the crew is reminiscing about childhood Halloween adventures, and diving into the spookiest horror movies that left them sleepless. But it's not all ghostly tales and ghoulish anecdotes! They weight in on the infamous Cheesecake Factory debate of 2023. In addition to the list of no-go first date ideas – Which, to some women, are horror stor...

Join the Legendary Brew Crew as they head to West Philly to meet Kyle Wolak and Brendon Boudwin, aka Dr. B. These dynamic individuals are the masterminds behind Carbon Copy, a groundbreaking establishment that combines the worlds of brewing and winemaking in one exceptional location. Kyle and Brendon share the story of how their paths first crossed long before they became business partners, first...

This week join the Legendary Brew Crew as they chat with special guest photographer and the creator of the charity Melesa's Wings ( https://melesaswings.com ), Jose Manchola. Jose shares his journey from a love of running to a passion for craft beer, which led to his captivating beer photography at breweries and festivals. He also walks the crew through the inspiring history and growth of Melesa's...

In this episode, the Legendary Brew Crew welcomes special guests, BT and Lady T from the renowned "Beer Is Fundamental" podcast. Join the crew as they embark on an exciting journey that explores how a love for wine ultimately led BT and Lady T into the world of craft beer. BT and Lady T share their personal stories and experiences that led them to venture into the realm of craft beer. They reminis...

This week the Legendary Brew Crew banter about a range of topics. Emotional Support Animals (ESAs) The crew delves into the world of Emotional Support Animals (ESAs). They seek to unravel the complex parameters that define ESAs and question whether the concept has been stretched too far. Through personal anecdotes and deep discussion, they explore the fine line between legitimate emotional support...

In this week's episode, the Legendary Brew Crew welcomes, the multi-talented Monique Gray, Founder of Momentum Cider , a groundbreaking black woman-owned cider company based in sunny Long Beach, California. Monique is at the helm of a pioneering venture specializing in the creation of high-quality, handcrafted ciders. Monique graciously shares her cider odyssey with the crew, unveiling the story b...

In this episode, the Legendary Brew Crew welcomes special guest, Kishna Celce, a Clinically Trained Trauma Specialist and Life, Relationship, and Parenting Coach. Kishna, the Executive Director of Balancing Life & Kids Inc. , shares her personal journey of trauma and how it led her to her life's mission. She discusses the services provided by her organization, including the Soul Healn Wellness Cen...

In this week's episode the Legendary Brew Crew welcomes Courtney Rominiyi, Co-Founder of Black Brew Movement , an organization based in the DC area on a mission to bridge Black-American culture with the craft beer world through educational events, industry consultation, and social media marketing. Courtney shares the origin story of how this organization came to be. It all started when her then-bo...

In this week's episode the Legendary Brew Crew has the pleasure of hosting a very special guest, Sheldon Goins, the Co-Founder of Black Beauty Brewery . Together, they embark on a journey through the brewery's history, uncovering how a setback became the springboard for the brand, exploring Sheldon's unique vision, and highlighting what distinguishes Black Beauty Brewery in the world of brewing. S...

Welcome to another episode of the banter! In this episode, we pay tribute to the late Bob Barker and reminisce about our favorite Price is Right games, sparking a lively discussion among the crew. From Plinko to the Big Wheel, we share our memorable moments from the iconic game show. Continuing our celebration of 50 years of Hip Hop, we explore an intriguing question: Do the hip hop albums we once...

This week the Legendary Brew Crew recap their annual trip to Pittsburgh for the highly acclaimed Barrel & Flow Beer Fest . Recently crowned the #1 beer fest in the country by USA Today’s, 10best, this event was once again one for the books. This episode features an exclusive collaboration between two renowned breweries: FunkyTown Brewery and Revolution Brewing. Their joint creation for the Barrel...