Draught Politics

This week we're at Revolution Brewing discussing Trump's mounting legal challenges and the rise of fascism. We sample their Repo Man rye stout while covering CPAC's Nazi salutes, governors standing up to Trump's threats, and whether the Pope's health crisis matters. Between sips of barrel-aged beers, we ponder resistance strategies and the importance of long-term vision in politics.

This week we're at Off Color's Mouse Trap taproom, trying to make sense of the overwhelming political chaos. We discuss everything from trans rights to FAA regulations while sipping on their delicious Stoutling. We navigate the serious stuff but end on a hopeful note about ways to resist and stay engaged in these challenging times.

We're at Spiteful Brewing on Inauguration Day, watching the transition of power with a mix of dread and dark humor. We discuss Trump's parade of tech billionaires and the horrors that may or may not be coming. At least the freezing temperatures kept the outdoor celebrations to a minimum and the flag poles frozen at half-staff for Jimmy Carter.

This week we're at Is/Was Brewing on Ravenswood, diving into their saison-focused lineup while tackling the heavy start to 2025. We cover Jimmy Carter's passing, Trump's inauguration donors, and disturbing New Year's Day attacks. Though the mood is somber, we find some levity in their excellent beers.

This week we venture to the Hop Leaf in Andersonville, moving away from our usual brewery visits to the best beer bar in Chicago. We even have a special guest! This week we discuss the continuing resolution drama, Elon Musk's growing political influence, and Trump's shadow presidency while enjoying some seriously fancy beers served in proper glassware. Who's in charge here? The Belgian quads are,...

This week we head to Ravinia Brewing before they close to relaunch as Steep Ravine Brewing. The rumors of their demise were a bit exaggerated. In politics news, we talk about Trump's potential cabinet picks, including the alcoholic and abusive Pete Hegseth for Defense Secretary. Plus, we cover South Korea's brief martial law adventure and Assad's sudden departure from Syria.

Drowning in post-election vibes at Cultivate by Forbidden Root, we're hashing out the baffling blame game and contemplating the political pendulum swing. Amidst the pints, we dive into grand theories of what happened, and where do we go from here.

This week, we're stewing about the upcoming election at Spiteful Brewing after a failed attempt at Hop Butcher. We dive into how polls are playing tricks, and confirm our love for Spiteful's space and drinks. We're almost there everybody, buckle up!

After looking at the polls in abject terror we figured it'd be good to have a drink. So this week we're at Revolution Brewing to talk about the last days of the election. Trump's increasingly bizarre public appearances? Yup, we've got that. Details about the A and B zones of the CPS board elections? It's all right here!

This week we hit up Old Irving Brewing for some tasty lagers and sours. We chat about the upcoming VP debate, Trump's fascist crime and housing plans, and some frustrating interviews with Harris. Also, we delve into school politics in Chicago. Don't forget: early voting starts this week in Chicago!

We record at O'Shaughnessy's pub, nervously gearing up for debate night. Kamala Harris preps intensely while Trump claims he's not prepping, yet gets coached by Gaetz and Gabbard. Kamala dominates and Trump, well, does Trump. Tune in for chaos, politics, and our liberal takes.

This week we hang out at Spiteful on the perfect Chicago summer day! We talk all about the DNC and our volunteer experiences, including hugging strangers at the airport. Plus, highlights from Tim Walz's killer speech and Harris' roll call vote surprises (like, seriously, who expected Lil Jon?). Oh, and RFK found a roadkill whale...because why not?

This week we hang out at Dovetail, EJ contemplates barrel-rolling Italian plumbers, and Steve enjoys a Festweiss. Join us as we dive into the VP race, the charming Tim Walz, and the perils of actually listening to Trump’s speeches. We got all the hot takes and hot dishes you can handle!

This week we’re at O'Shaughnessy's for a hot take on the longest nine days in politics ever. Biden's out, Harris is in, and we're thrilled! Fundraising records, rapid endorsements, and VP speculation—oh my! Also, did Steve fail the DNC background check? Get pumped, politic pals!

This week we’re navigating Begyle's delicious ales while skirting train noise. Of course there's been some news since our last podcast. To start, there's European elections and Menendez being found guilty. It feels like there's some other stuff to talk about though...

This week, we found ourselves at an unusual spot - Almost Home Tavern and Grill - to catch the debate. We discuss SCOTUS' busy term, stumbling on lazy judges, Clarence Thomas taking millions, and the perennial Trump saga. Then the debate started. Truly it is the year of the fuck.

This week, we braved the beautiful weather to record at Dovetail, despite some tech hiccups. We discussed the big news: Trump's 34-count felony conviction. We also chatted about misinformation, disinformation, and everything in between. Cheers!

We crash-land at Spiteful Brewing for episode 113! Last episode we forgot to talk about our beer at Ravinia because we were so focused on tacos. Oops! Today, we're diving into the complicated mess of Trump trials, Rudy's surprise birthday guest, and even a high-speed political heist in Taiwan—yes, really. Plus, some intriguing Supreme Court updates, including Alito's upside-down flag. But wait, th...

This week at Ravinia, we're swapping political rants for taco rants because it's Taco Tuesday, baby! We've got our eyes on the Trump trial circus, marveling at the legal shenanigans. Also, we're plotting to pay for silence in beer since it's apparently legal - handy, right? Stick around for a masterclass in political absurdity and taco appreciation.

We dive into Draught Politics at Demo Brewing Company, nano-brewing our way through recent chaos from political figures to AI targeting systems. It's been a bit, so grab a brew and let's catch up!

We're at Begyle, on St. Paddy's, and diving deep into Chicago's all-out green chaos and the Steeler's quarterback room. Don't worry though, we've got what you need to prep you for the primary this Tuesday. Grab a pint, and listen in!

Wow, another sunny day in Chicago has us soaking up rays (and possibly a sunburn) at Half Acre, where the beer is as delightful as ever. Too bad our spirits aren't as light after diving into the latest Supreme Court shenanigans, state politics, and the ongoing tragedy in Gaza. Good thing we've got local Chicago matters and the 'Bring Chicago Home' initiative to keep our hope (and blood alcohol lev...

We're at Illuminated Brewworks, diving into everything from Russians buying Starlink in Ukraine to local Chicago politics. Also, is Tucker Carlson secretly trying to get a grocery gig with his awe at Russian shopping carts?

We're trading political punches over beers at Hop Butcher, talking about Nikki Haley’s bold move against Trump, the 2024 election rollercoaster, and Arizona's wild Senate race. Plus, some serious legal drama for Trump and a brief on the Israeli situation. Strap in; it's a bumpy ride!

Today's hilariously chilling episode comes from Double Clutch Brewing in Evanston, the furthest we've braved for beer. We dove into the frothy currents of political and legal chaos, joked about Trump's mounting legal fees and his unusual courtroom confession, while sipping fantastic beers and cozying up to the best pretzels around. Next up, we brace for a record-cold Iowa caucus where Trump's inev...