The B.S. Podcast: The Beer and Sports Podcast

AJ and the crew pull up to Socorro to chop it up with Rick Razo, the owner of Three Missions Brewery, about what makes his spot a true Borderland gem. From craft beers brewed with local flavor to building a community around the taproom, Rick breaks down the hustle, the heart, and the reality of today’s beer scene especially with younger crowds drinking different. Plus, he teases what’s next for Th...

Steel-toe vibes, cold pours, and zero quit. We posted up at Broken Rules Brewing to talk about the brotherhood that powers the brewery community, how crews lift each other up, swap hops, and break bread after long brew days. Between sips of some downright killer craft beer, we went full slasher-cinema with a Jason Voorhees riff, lined up at the dartboard for bragging rights, and threw ourselves in...

In this episode of The B.S. Podcast: The Beer and Sports Podcast, we sit down with Gus, co-owner of Old Sheepdog Brewery in El Paso, Texas 🐑🍺. Gus walks us through the story behind the brewery, the inspiration for their killer beer lineup, and how Old Sheepdog has become a true neighborhood staple with its laid-back Borderland vibe. We dive into how the brewery ended up being featured in Blue Be...

We sit down with the President of the El Paso Rhinos hockey team and dive into an awesome mix of hockey, family, and Borderland stories 🏒🐾. Corey Heon takes us back to his wild days in El Paso, talks about growing up in Canada and how those roots shaped his love for the game, and shares why this city holds so much meaning for him. We also highlight his amazing daughter, a hockey player at Northw...

We pull up a chair at Mountain Star Brewing Company and tap into what truly makes this place special—family. 🤍🍻 Sandra and Ed open up about their story, their passion for brewing, and how Mountain Star became a home for anyone who walks through the doors. We talk about amazing craft beer, the heart behind the brewery, and the welcoming energy that keeps people coming back. From the friendly staf...

This episode with Puga taps straight into El Paso’s brewing heartbeat—from humble homebrew beginnings to dialing in his own recipes and experimenting batch by batch. We swap stories about the art (and science) of clean, quality beer, the challenges Borderland brewers and homebrewers face, and why supporting local taps and the craft community matters now more than ever. Plus, Puga teases future bre...

We kicked things off with a wild Hot Wings Challenge, then dove into real talk with Juan Camacho Jr. and Joe about the jump to college football—bigger pressure, tougher schedules, and nonstop grind. From coaching changes to staying locked in mentally, they share what fuels the brotherhood, the emotions of game day, and how family support keeps them going. 🔥⛏️🏈 Location: Broken Rules Brewing

UTEP special teams stand-up: Joshua Hancock and Noah Bosford take us from the high school grind to college ball, breaking down what it really takes to be a punter and long snapper at the next level. We get into coaching changes, team chemistry, NFL dreams, and how NIL is changing the game, plus some fun off-field talk and love for the El Paso community.

AJ sits down with the Humane Society of El Paso to talk all things rescue—what their mission really looks like day-to-day, the challenges behind the scenes, and how the Borderland community can make a huge difference. You’ll hear real stories, learn how fostering and adoption save lives, meet a few pets who are ready for their forever homes, and get the scoop on upcoming events you can show up for...

Kelly Horyczun pulls up with big Long Island energy and a full sports-media journey that somehow lands her right in the heart of El Paso. 🗽➡️🌵 AJ and Matt get into the chaos of college football—UTEP vs NMSU, coaching heat, QB drama, NIL + transfer portal madness, and what it’s doing to loyalty and locker rooms. Then it gets even spicier: sports betting’s ripple effect, athlete mental health, acc...

AJ and Matt link up with two rising El Paso DJs to talk real-life hustle in the local music scene how they got started, what it takes to grow, and why community, collaboration, and showing love matter more than ever. From El Paso to New Mexico vibes, festivals, and future goals, it’s all about building each other up and pushing the sound forward. 

Diego Hernandez hops on to break down his soccer journey from club grind to high school spotlight and the family support that keeps him locked in. ⚽🔥 He talks goals for playing college soccer, the real challenges young athletes face, and why mental toughness is just as important as talent. Packed with motivation, lessons, and advice for anyone trying to level up their game. 💪🎓

AJ and Matt link up with ESPN storyteller Adrian for a fast-paced episode that bounces from NFL rankings and bold predictions to the real ripple effects of NIL on college sports. The crew gets real about UTEP football what’s holding the program back, what a true winning culture actually takes, and why El Paso high school talent deserves more shine. They also nerd out on QB development around the l...

Omar pulls up to The B.S. Podcast with a story that’s equal parts highlight reel and hard truth: from a kid grinding on the pitch ➝ to the pro level ➝ to switching lanes into a legal career when the game (and the injuries) start fighting back. We get into the stuff athletes don’t always say out loud mental pressure, setbacks, national team moments, and what it really costs to keep chasing “the dre...

Craft beer isn’t just a drink, it’s a whole culture. We get into the real grind behind brewing: turning passion into a profession, the creativity and science that goes into every batch, and how community keeps the craft scene alive. Plus, we talk new-school brewing tech and what’s next for the industry, and why beer + sports will always be a legendary combo.

AJ and Matt sit down with Carlos and Daisy Nebraska’s favorite travel power-couple, to talk about turning post-military life into a full-on adventure business. 🌎✈️ From small-town community vibes to the real grind of entrepreneurship, they break down what it’s like building something from scratch, betting on yourselves, and staying locked in as a team. They get into the fun stuff too: how they pl...

AJ and the crew went full film-room mode with two future Miners: QB Bodey Weaver and OL Wesley Dallao-Kubik. The big storyline? Chemistry has been connected between these two since middle school, and they’re bringing that built-in trust to El Paso. Bodey breaks down his dual-threat mindset and the pressure that comes with leading a program, while Wesley talks trenches, toughness, and why protectin...

Chef Enrique Lozano pulled up and left no crumbs. From getting his first real flavors in Juárez to becoming one of the strongest names in El Paso’s food scene, he breaks down the grind behind the glow-up: Michelin-star kitchens, Chicago lessons, and the pressure that forges real talent. We get into his TV runs on Chopped and Beat Bobby Flay, the mindset behind chasing a James Beard-level legacy, a...

Shay Smith’s story is pure El Paso grit. In this episode, the UTEP playmaker breaks down what it really takes to reinvent yourself, going from commanding the offense at quarterback to hunting ball carriers at linebacker. Shay opens up about the mental reset behind that switch, the daily work it demanded, and how he learned to embrace a new identity on the field without losing what made him special...

In this episode, the B.S. crew keeps it real about the state of UTEP sports, breaking down what’s been happening with both basketball and football and why the growing pains feel bigger than just one bad stretch. They talk through roster shakeups, coaching pressure, and what it actually takes to build consistency in the Sun City, especially when the transfer portal and NIL have completely changed t...

Kevin Bazaar joins the show to talk about his rise from running the SidelineZutep account to becoming one of the loudest voices in UTEP sports. The convo hits how social media has changed fan culture, the growing pull of sports betting, and the reality check UTEP athletics is facing right now. The hosts break down coaching stability, the transfer portal, and NIL’s impact on building a roster, plus...

The B.S. Podcast’s AJ and Matt sit down with quarterback EJ Colson for a candid look at the reality of modern college football  and the mindset it takes to survive it. Colson walks through his path to the QB room, from navigating the transfer portal to finding his footing in El Paso and embracing the city’s “show up and represent” culture. He opens up about the adversity that shaped him, the...

Paige Wood pulled up like a true grad-transfer “steal,”  and she brought receipts. In this episode of The B.S. Podcast: The Beer & Sports Podcast, we kick it with the Oklahoma City University standout turned UTEP Miners women’s golf's newest weapon. Paige breaks down her journey from McKinney, Texas, to winning at the NAIA level, what it takes to stack top-10 finishes, and how she built t...

In this episode of The B.S. Podcast: The Beer & Sports Podcast, we welcome the Cheeks brothers, Cash Cheeks (TE) and Carver Cheeks (WR), for a behind-the-scenes look at what really separates players on Saturdays: the mental game. We get into their Colorado Springs roots, the brother-to-brother competitiveness that fuels them, and how their mindsets differ between the tight end grind and the wi...

UTEP fans, meet your new signal-caller. 🏈🔥 In this episode, Ray Moore takes us from Baltimore to El Paso and breaks down what it really takes to lead a program on the field and in the locker room. He talks game-day prep, the mindset behind every rep, and why team chemistry is the secret sauce to winning when it matters most. Ray also gets real about the competition in the QB room—how it pushes e...