The BrewedAt Podcast

Host Richie Tevlin and Co-Host Evan Blum talk with Scott Graham and Ariel Schwarz, co-owners of Sgraffito Beer. Scott honed his craft at Mikkeller NYC and Burial Beer Co in Asheville, earning GABF gold medals and a Craft Beer and Brewing nod for Best Small Brewery in 2022. Ariel brings experience from Mikkeller NYC and TALEA Beer Co, with deep roots in Brooklyn's homebrewing community. Founded in...

Host Richie Tevlin and Co-Host Evan Blum talk with Ted Zeller, liquor law attorney and recipient of the 2025 F.X. Matt Defense of the Industry Award from the Brewers Association. Chair of the Liquor Law Practice Group at Norris McLaughlin and General Counsel to both D.G. Yuengling & Son and the Brewers of Pennsylvania, Ted has spent decades shaping Pennsylvania's craft beer industry through la...

Host Richie Tevlin and Co-Host Evan Blum talk with Steven Grasse, Philadelphia advertising executive, author, filmmaker, and spirits entrepreneur. He is the founder of Quaker City Mercantile, the creative force behind Hendrick’s Gin and Sailor Jerry Rum, owner of Narragansett Beer, and founder of Tamworth Distilling and Art in the Age Spirits. He also directed the cult film Bikini Bandits and is t...

Host Richie Tevlin and Co-Host Evan Blum talk with Mark McGuigan, President of the German Society of Pennsylvania. Founded in 1764, the German Society of Pennsylvania is the oldest German organization in the United States, dedicated to preserving German culture and traditions through language classes, cultural events, concerts, and its Joseph Horner Memorial Library. The Society is also the home o...

Host Richie Tevlin and Co-Host Evan Blum talk with Rob Tarves, co-owner & head brewer of Our Town Brewery. A Penn State graduate, Rob worked at several breweries including Otto's Pub & Brewery and Mad Chef Brewing before co-founding Our Town Brewery in Lancaster, Pennsylvania in 2020.   https://ourtownbrewery.com/ @OurTownBrewery _____________________________________________ THANK YOU TO O...

Host Richie Tevlin and Co-Host Evan Blum talk with the Sheffield Shuffler, a sports social media creator with over 200,000 followers. A graduate of Chicago’s renowned Second City, he blends comedic training with sports commentary to create engaging, personality-driven digital content.   https://sheffieldshuffler.com/ @sheffieldshuffler _____________________________________________ THANK YOU TO OUR...

Host Richie Tevlin and Co-Host Evan Blum talk with Jason Goldstein, founder and brewmaster of Icarus Brewing. Brewing professionally since age 19 and studied Food Science at Ohio State University before earning advanced certifications in Cask Ale and British Brewing Technology through Brewlab at the University of Sunderland in England. He founded Icarus Brewing in 2017, and the brewery’s beers can...

Host Richie Tevlin and Co-Host Evan Blum talk with Nate Fochtman, 20-year beverage industry veteran and founder of the FreeMind Group. Nate has spent more than two decades working across production, distribution, and brand development, helping founders and operators grow their businesses. He produces and hosts the Ready To Drink Podcast and The Leaders’ Arena Podcast, and leads a network of conten...

Host Richie Tevlin and Co-Host Evan Blum talk with Tara Hankinson and LeAnn Darland, owners of New York based TALEA Beer Co. Founded in 2021, TALEA has grown to five taprooms across New York City and is nationally recognized for its approachable, fruit-forward beers and modern taproom experience. The brewery recently expanded distribution into Philadelphia.   https://www.taleabeer.com @TaleaBeer _...

Host Richie Tevlin and Co-Host Evan Blum talk with Kyler Gretz, owner of the revived Gretz Brewing. Once one of Philadelphia’s most iconic beer names from 1881 to 1961, the Gretz brand has been brought back to life on a Chester County farm in Elverson, PA. Now with distribution currently centered in Chester County and the greater Philadelphia area and plans for a future farm taproom.   @GretzBrewi...

Host Richie Tevlin and Co-Host Evan Blum talk with Brett Meyer, co-owner of Sea Isle Spiked Iced Tea, one of the pioneers of the spiked iced tea beverage category. Brett spent years working in the service industry before moving into brand development with Hoop Tea. He later partnered with Sea Isle Ice to help develop and launch Sea Isle Spiked Iced Tea, contributing to the growth of the ready to d...

Host Richie Tevlin and Co-Host Evan Blum talk with George Hummel, grain master at My Local Brew Works and owner of Home Sweet Homebrew. My Local Brew Works is a custom brewery that provides production space for private events and small batch beer. Home Sweet Homebrew is a Philadelphia staple founded in the 1990s and is widely recognized for helping launch early careers of brewers from Victory, Yar...

Host Richie Tevlin and Co-Host Dave Argust of Beermill WC talk with Keith Tomaselli, founder of the Northern Liberties Run Club. Founded in Philadelphia, the club has grown into a community-driven running group that brings people together through fitness, social connection, and local brewery meetups.   @phillygingerbeerdude @northern_liberties_run_club _____________________________________________...

Host Richie Tevlin and Co-Host Dave Argust of Beermill WC talk with Danny Childs, James Beard Award-winning author of Slow Drinks. Danny is a trained ethnobotanist, mixologist, and former bartender at The Farm & Fisherman Tavern. His book Slow Drinks focuses on creating seasonal, foraged, and fermented beverages using ingredients sourced from local ecosystems. Through his work, Danny has becom...

Host Richie Tevlin and Co-Host Evan Blum talk with Mike “Scoats” Scotese, co-owner of Lucky Cat Brewing and former owner of the Grey Lodge Pub. A key figure in Philadelphia’s craft beer scene since 1996, Scoats helped shape the city’s beer culture through his pioneering work at Grey Lodge, one of the earliest bars to champion craft beer in the region.   @LuckyCatBeer https://luckycatbrewing.com/ _...

Host Richie Tevlin and Co-Host Evan Blum talk with John Trogner, co-founder of Tröegs Independent Brewing. One of Pennsylvania’s most influential breweries, Tröegs has built a national reputation for award-winning beers like Nugget Nectar and Mad Elf, while maintaining its roots as a fiercely independent, family-run operation.   @troegsbeer https://troegs.com/ _____________________________________...

Host Richie Tevlin and Co-Host Evan Blum talk with Roman Maliszewski, founder of Tapster, one of the first self-pour bar franchises in the United States. Tapster has grown into a multi-location concept that blends craft beverages with an interactive pour-your-own experience, giving customers the ability to explore beer, cider, wine, cocktails, and non-alcoholic options at their own pace.    @tapst...

Host Richie Tevlin talks with Jay von Czoernig & Adam Brozzetti of von C Brewing. The von Czoernig family’s brewing roots date back to 1860 with Christian Schmidt of Schmidt’s Brewery. Today, von C continues that legacy with beers like OG Pils, a modern nod to the original Schmidt’s pilsner, brewed at their Norristown brewery.   @voncbrewing https://voncbrewing.com/home _______________________...

Host Richie Tevlin talks with Rob Clark and John Riley, co-founders of Punch Buggy Brewing Company, a neighborhood brewery located on American Street in Philadelphia. Punch Buggy has become known for its community-focused atmosphere and diverse lineup of craft beers brewed on site.   @punchbuggybrewingcompany https://punchbuggybrewing.com/ _____________________________________________ THANK YOU TO...

Host Richie Tevlin and Co-Host Evan Blum talk with Lew Bryson, veteran drinks writer, author, and editor. Lew has spent over 25 years covering beer, whiskey, and the craft beverage industry, contributing to publications such as Whisky Advocate and All About Beer. He is the author of ten books, including Tasting Whiskey, Pennsylvania Breweries, and his latest, Whiskey Master Class. Lew is also the...

Host Richie Tevlin and Co-Host Evan Blum talk with Melissa Schipke, founder of Pitch-A-Friend, a social event series where participants give a 3–5 minute slide presentation to introduce their single friends to the crowd at local breweries and bars. In just two years, Pitch-A-Friend has expanded to 48 chapters across the United States and 12 internationally, creating a fun and engaging way to conne...

Host Richie Tevlin and Co-Host Evan Blum talk with Jorge Santana, head brewer at Brix City Brewing, brewer at Pallet Brewing, and recipient of the MFJ Award. Jorge plays a key role in production and recipe development at both breweries, contributing to the recognition within the New Jersey craft beer community.   Brix City Brewing: @brixcitybrewing https://www.brixcitybrewing.com/   Pallet Brewing...

Host Richie Tevlin and Co-Host Evan Blum talk with Dane DeMarco, James Beard Award semi-finalist and owner of Gass & Main. Dane began their career at American Sardine Bar and Second District Brewing, where they paired exceptional food with great beer as Executive Chef. They are now launching Hank’s Sandwich Co. & Snack Shack, a new concept in Fishtown, PA, in partnership with the legendary...

Host Richie Tevlin talks with Ryan Seiz, owner and founder of Warwick Farm Brewing. Warwick Farm has become one of the fastest growing breweries in Pennsylvania, known for its high quality beer and strong community presence. Ryan also serves on the Brewers of Pennsylvania Board of Directors, where he contributes to advancing and supporting the state’s brewing industry.   Warwick Farm Brewing: @war...

Host Richie Tevlin sits down with Megan Hilbert, the new owner of Eclipse Brewing Company and the powerhouse behind three food trucks under Red’s Rolling Restaurant Group.   Eclipse Brewing: @eclipsebrewing https://eclipsebrewingnj.com/ https://www.redsrollingrestaurant.com/ _____________________________________________ THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR: Zilka & Co Brewing Supplies: https://zilkaandcom...