The Beer Mighty Things Podcast

I got to speak with the cheerful Kate Ward, CEO and Founder of Ward Design, a design and branding company in Southeast PA.  We discuss getting out of your comfort zone and starting a business while being a wife and a mother - which was actually a motivator for Kate.  We dive into the importance of "Branding" and how that differs from "marketing" and why it matters on a cluttered shelf of...

A fun conversation covering numerous topics with Haymaker (now Upper Reach) Meadery's Business Development Manager, Brandaylnn Armstrong.  We touch on being an adjunct professor, being a student of the industry, personal growth and of course, making Mead.  Also discussed: Accountability, values, journaling and gratitude. More at HaymakerMeadery.com

I planned on speaking about sours with John Stemler, Co-Founder of Free Will Brewing in Perkasie, PA, but we dove deep into operating a brewery, the changing beer landscape and the logistics of shipping beer to Japan. This is a great discussion about management, beer quality, and science.   New Mango Wheat is out! and State-wide Delivery available now!  Head to www.freewillbrewing.com

We invite Author, Inventor and Director of the Brewing Science Certificate Program at University of the Sciences,   Matthew J. Farber , PhD to the studio to discuss his discovery of GY7B, a wild yeast that's cutting brewing-time in half as well as his invention to prevent beer contamination.  Put your Bill Nye socks on for this one!

Luke Bowen of Evil Genius Beer Company in Philadelphia PA sits down to discuss how playing the guitar can spark creativity, especially when starting a brewery.  We hit on their collab with Jameson Caskmates, movies, seltzer and what's next for Trevor, Luke, Jon and team.   Visit them at EvilGeniusBeer.com

In this episode, Chris Linton, Founder of HRA Builds , lays out the X's and O's of building a brewery and the critical factors to take into account.  Enjoy!

Bill Covaleski, Co-Founder of Victory Brewing Company and I discuss their original name choice, turning obstacles into opportunities,  the hot breath of wolves breathing on the back of your neck, DARING MIGHTY THINGS, and much, much, more!  Thanks for listening!  Visit Victorybeer.com  

Here, we connect with Nate Kresge, Founder of GK Visual and discuss his experience in filming “Poured in PA,” his new series, winning awards and interviewing BB King.  

This episode is the definition of an obstacle creating an opportunity.  The founders and friends of True Respite Brewing Company in Derwood, MD came up with a new beer ordering & delivery platform within 45 minutes of the COVID19 shutdown and have generated over $1,000,000 of sales for craft beverage companies in one month.  Cheers to www.biermi.com

In this episode, I sit down with Carly and Tim to laugh, discuss underground waterways, dragons and the "Splatch" Brewing method unique to Tannery Run Brew Works in Ambler, PA.  Head over to TanneryRun.com to order their beer and food!

I conversed with Adam Jones of Peloton Cascara Tea on super foods, grit, determination, mindset, and bootstrapping. This might motivate you to start something new today, get ready!

This episode features some great tips on how Cindy DeRama and her team have benefitted from running a lean brewery operation at Twin Elephant Brewing in Chatham NJ.

Marty McDonald of Bad Rhino Social Media Marketing stops by to discuss creative ideas to audit your existing social media presence and stand out amongst the clutter while all companies move to a curbside and/or delivery sales model.  It's a time to put out more content and just "do!" - More at www.badrhinoinc.com

In this episode, we spoke with Tim Floros, President of Levante Brewing (West Chester, PA) about rising up to the challenges breweries face, planning a beer-shipping model a year ago, utilizing tech and balancing homelife.  We dove into French inspiration, creating a "Third Place," a 4/20 surprise and a new YouTube Channel on the way.  Cheers!

Chris Walsh, investment banker-turned-River Horse Brewery owner (Ewing, NJ) and I had a blast talking business models, expansion, the marketplace and he dropped all sorts of hippo knowledge on me.  Chris, thanks again, lots of fun!  Beer available for delivery now as well, go get it! - more at riverhorse.com

In this episode, we connect with attorney Matt Andersen of Norris McLaughlin and counsel to the Brewers of PA Guild to discuss "Force Majeure" and other contract scenarios popping up during COVID19. You can find a Coronavirus Preparedness page at www.norrismclaughlin.com

We always love connecting with Becky Ryman and her team at Wallenpaupack Brewing Company and you'll see why.  14-Beer Variety Packs, "Brew Along Day" on April 18th, Tigers, Sharks and Wake Surfing on this COVID19 situation.  More on their Facebook Page

This episode features Rob Zarko, owner of Ship Bottom Brewery and how they’re getting creative with branding and beer sales.  They’re brewing cold brew coffee for the first time and then providing it to first responders and health care workers. #ProjectPerk www.shipbottombrewery.com

In this episode, we speak with Kevin Close of Crostwater Distilling in Lewisberry PA to discuss overcoming obstacles, hand sanitizer and disinfectants during the coronavirus crisis. More at: crostwater.com and aquaox.store

I connected with Matthew McLaughlin of McLaughlin PC in Jackson MS. He’s an attorney specializing in liquor law, has won many awards and serves as General Council for the Mississippi and Alabama Brewers Guilds. Let’s dive in! Find Matthew here: https://www.mclaughlinpc.com/

In this episode, I spoke with Chris Roessler of Boardroom Spirits in Lansdale, PA about how they've adapted from making spirits to making hand sanitizer and implementing residential delivery during the Coronavirus pandemic. www.boardrooomspirits.com