Brewsing Banter

The Legendary Brew Crew is back with another high-energy episode of Brewsing Banter, blending craft beer culture, real-world conversations, and unfiltered humor.

This week, we kick things off with a lineup of unique pours—including a heavily fruited smoothie sour and a six-year-old “back of the fridge” beer that turns into an unexpected taste test experiment. Does beer actually expire? Or can certain styles hold up over time? We break it all down.

We also tap into:

This week on Brewsing Banter, the Legendary Brew Crew pulls up with a fresh pour and an even fresher debate that might divide the culture…

Does Drake actually have a classic album?

Yeah… we went there.

But first—St. Paddy’s vibes are in full effect 🍀 as we crack open an Irish oatmeal stout and get into the real story behind Saint Patrick’s Day… not just the green beer version everybody celebrates.

From there, it’s pure Brewsing Banter:

In this episode of the Legendary Brew Crew taps in with Atlanta marketing strategist and culture architect Craig Stroud, the visionary behind Ale Max—a movement blending craft beer, sneaker culture, and community into one unforgettable experience.

What started as a single beer collaboration has evolved into a multi-city cultural event celebrating limited-release beers, sneaker collectors, and brewery collaborations,

Craig joins the crew to break down how Ale Max connects breweries across the country, why sneakerheads and craft beer lovers share the same collector mindset, and how the brand is expanding into the running community wi...

This week the Legendary Brew Crew are back in the virtual taproom breaking down culture, hip-hop, and headlines, all while sampling standout craft beers.

We kick things off reflecting on the 100th year of Black History Month and highlights from the NAACP Image Awards, then get into the Hollywood convo around the Screen Actors Guild Awards and who shows up for which rooms.

Hip-hop takes center stage as we debate a potential 50 Cent vs T.I. Verzuz battle — catalog vs impact, South vs New York, and whether anybody really “loses” a Verzuz. We also touch on the...

This week in the virtual taproom, the Legendary Brew Crew link up with Darius and Travis of Gypsum Love Brewing — two friends shaking up the Delaware beer scene with science, soul, and straight-up grit.

In this episode we tap into what really matters, the two entrepreneurs went from dollar beer nights and Heinekens in hand to building a brewery from scratch.

Darius breaks down how a STEM brain, failed first batches, and a ChatGPT-assisted brew system turned into a serious operation. Travis keeps it real about banking by day, beer dreams by night, and being th...

This week, the Legendary Brew Crew taps in with Maalik Stark, head brewer at Zero Day Brewing and certified stout lover, for a wide-ranging conversation that starts with what’s in the glass and spirals exactly where you expect. From black lagers that drink like stouts and hazy IPAs brewed with fancy mangoes we couldn’t identify, to the reality of learning on the brew deck the hard way, Malik breaks down his path from homebrewing experiments to running a ten-barrel system in central PA. We get into favorite styles, gateway beers, brewing mistakes you only make once, why clea...

Seven years in, and we’re still here, still loud, and still arguing about nonsense like it’s a sport. The Legendary Brew Crew celebrates Year 7 snowed in, with drinks in hand, questionable takes on dry January, non alcoholic Guinness, real beer opinions, and the eternal debate nobody can solve: can men drink martinis out of martini glasses? From polar vortex madness and liquor store sales spikes, to brunch culture conspiracies, masculinity myths, and why Brewsing Brunch might be the next movement, this episode is pure, unfiltered Banter. We show love to Black owned breweries, roast the weather, spiral into...

This week the Legendary Brew Crew pull up a chair with Shahin Khojastehzad, founder of Handshake Persian Digestif, for a wide-ranging conversation that goes far beyond what’s in the glass. From growing up Iranian in Maine to cutting his teeth in the beer world, Shahin breaks down how flavor, culture, and identity collide in his work, and why bitters and digestifs exist in nearly every culture on the planet, even if we don’t always call them that.

We talk Persian blue salt lagers, ethical sourcing, high ABV beers, non alcoholic options, and why some flavors are...

This week the Legendary Brew Crew kicks it the only way we know how, cracking drinks (or not 👀), talking culture, and letting the conversation go wherever it wants to go.

We start with what’s in (and not in) our glasses, including a spotlight on Black-owned breweries like Liquid Intrusion and Soul Mega, plus a real conversation around non-alcoholic beer, Dry January, and the sober-curious movement. Is NA beer the future—or just a phase? We debate it.

From there, things take a sharp left into TV and pop culture. We unpack the return of Malcolm...

The Legendary Brew Crew is BACK for the New Year, and things go exactly how you’d expect—off the rails in the best way possible.

Rob kicks off 2026 embracing Dry January with a non-alcoholic hazy IPA, sparking a hilarious and surprisingly thoughtful debate about sober-curious culture, social drinking, and whether you really need alcohol to enjoy beer culture. From NA brews to brewery survival tips, the crew breaks down how to still support local breweries during the toughest months of the year—merch, gift cards, stouts you can cellar, and just showing up.

The conver...

This episode to close out the year took place back in September as we went live on Instagram and YouTube and cracked open something special with the team behind Hennessy Creek, the first Black-owned farm brewery in Maryland. We chat with Drs. Tracy & Vaughn Wallace and head brewer Leon Harris to talk legacy, land, and the leap of faith it takes to turn a dream into a brewery rooted in community. From the grind of building a farm brewery, to honoring family history, to creating a space where culture, craft beer, and connection can coexist. We get real about...

On this episode the Legendary Brew Crew links up with the homie Harrison Albert, Creative Director of Dewey Beer Co. (USA Today’s #1 Brewpub in America), for a full-pour conversation that’s equal parts beer geekery, art school chaos, and straight-up hilarity.

Harrison takes us inside the world of Dewey and gives insight on how he went from art school to becoming apart of the creative brain trust behind Dewey’s iconic labels, merch, and events.

We also talk beer programs, the beer that first hooked him into craft, and even get a sneak peek at the...

This week, the Legendary Brew Crew pull up to the 320 Market Cafe in Media, PA to chop it up with Dante, the founder of Ahmad’s Body Shop (ABS), and his right-hand man/childhood friend, Brandon (affectionately known as "The Bully" or the "No Man"). Spoiler: They aren’t fixing transmissions

Dante breaks down the powerful mission behind the brand—honoring his late cousin Ahmad by creating a space for Black men to navigate grief and find fellowship. We get into the necessity of having a "Bully" in your corner , why "regular" people are actually the most except...

What up Brewsers! This week, Delaware State Rep and comedian Madinah Wilson-Anton joins The Legendary Brew Crew at Autumn Arch Beer Project for a hilarious, insightful convo on politics, community, identity, and why comedy keeps her grounded. From root beer at a brewery to school funding, HOA chaos, and Brew Crew jokes flying nonstop, this episode delivers heart, humor, and classic BB energy. Grab a drink and tap in.

What We Drinking Today:

Duchenne Smile - Mango Golden Sour - 6.5% - Autumn Arch Beer Project

West of Ordinary - California Common...

This week the Legendary Brew Crew pulls up t0 The Mecca, and it’s a whole vibe. We chop it up with Sizzle Perry, founder of Crafted Culture and Mecca Beverage House, about building Central Ohio’s first Black-owned brewery collective where collaboration is the culture and the vibe is the fuel.

From hard lemonade infused with fruit wine to 21% Braggots on tap, Sizzle breaks down how he turned shared space into shared success, creating a home for Black brewers to grow, brew, and thrive together. We talk community, inclusion over acceptance, and why “the only is a lone...

What happens when a classically trained music teacher trades sheet music for stainless steel? In this episode the Legendary Brew Crew, chop it up with Shalanda Jackson, a New Jersey native turned New Orleans brewer, about her wild career pivot from teaching to tank cleaning and how it led to her creating space for culture and color in craft beer.

We talk about:

What up Brewsers! This week the Legendary Brew Crew chops it up with Sweet Mama herself, Jen Heasley, the force behind Sweet Mama’s Mambo Sauce. From running track at Penn State to running a catering business, Jen walks us through her journey from teaching in the classroom to teaching taste buds everywhere.

She breaks down the story behind her signature sauces (yes, eight flavors and counting), the hustle of getting them onto store shelves, and why catering remains the true heart of her business. Along the way, we dive into the grind of entrepreneurship, the importance of...

What up, Brewsers! The Legendary Brew Crew is back and we’re tapping in with none other than Greg Engert, Partner & Beer Director of the Neighborhood Restaurant Group and the force behind Snallygaster, D.C.’s monster of a beer festival.

We crack open some brews and chop it up about Greg’s journey from studying English lit to curating world-class beer programs, the wild origins of Snallygaster, and how a small Oktoberfest parking lot party turned into one of the nation’s most epic beer fests. Greg shares stories about rare pours, the art of balancing hype bee...

What up, Brewsers! In this episode, the Legendary Brew Crew sits down with Kevin Irvin, co-founder of Draught Season, Director of Strategy for Crafting for Action, and the first Black president of the Georgia Craft Brewers Guild. We chop it up about his journey in beer, the fight for self-distribution in Georgia, and why building “proof of concept” matters for breweries trying to thrive in today’s shifting craft landscape.

From sipping on collab brews like Stone Fruit Peach Kush Kölsch to breaking down how guilds advocate for local breweries, Kevin keeps it real about the challen...

What up Brewsers! On this episode the Legendary Brew Crew crack open some dope collabs and chop it up with Marcus Wyatt, the history-making founder of Windy Bridges Brew, the very first Black-owned brewery in Pittsburgh. From sipping Heinekens at the cookout to turning his garage into a brewhouse, Marcus takes us through his wild journey into craft beer.

We get into his first brews, his serendipitous link-up with Day Bracey, founder of Barrel and Flow, and how community, family, and culture shaped his vision. Marcus drops gems about breaking barriers in beer, building a brand from...

What up, Brewsers! The Legendary Brew Crew is back in the building, and this week we’ve got our guy Elliot Johnson, CEO of Soul Mega, pulling up for his second round on the mic. We crack open some fresh pours and swap stories fresh off Barrel & Flow Fest, a weekend that felt like a family reunion for the Black craft beer scene. From collab brews to skating rink vibes, we break down the festival’s growth, the people, and the love in the air.

Elliot takes us behind the scenes of pouring at Barrel & Flow, building Soul...

What up Brewsers!! In this episode, the Legendary Brew Crew cracks open a few brews and chops it up with Dom and Nicole Draper aka The Voiceover Couple. We dive into their journey from side hustlers to full-time storytellers, building a voiceover business from scratch and betting big on their vision (and each other). Plus, we talk the wildest VO request they’ve ever gotten (you’ll never sneeze the same again) and how they’re paying it forward by bringing the next generation into the booth. This convo is equal parts game and grit.

What We’re Drink...

What up, Brewsers! The Legendary Brew Crew are back with a special guest who wears ALL the hats—Morgan Robinson, founder of the Hospitality Coalition and part owner of Charlotte’s Babe Cave cocktail bar.

We sip, laugh, and talk hospitality hustle. Morgan takes us through her 20-year journey in the industry, from Chick-fil-A at 14 to opening bars, throwing cocktail competitions, and creating spaces that center women’s experiences. We get into her love for craft cocktails, the art of slow-melting ice, and even why she proudly embraces her villain era (yep, she’s team Ursula and Malefice...

What up, Brewsers! In this flavorful episode, we chop it up with JulieAnne Cross, the mastermind behind the Delaware Burger Battle—an epic clash of buns, beef, and bragging rights. From its beer-soaked beginnings at Twin Lakes Brewery to becoming a must-attend, sold-out summer showdown, JulieAnne shares how the Burger Battle is more than just buns and beef—it’s a full-on community celebration with a charitable heart.

From meaty strategies for burger domination to the art of judging the perfect patty, this one’s stacked with laughs, flavor, and heart.

Whether you're a foodie, beer ner...

What up, Brewsers! This week, the crew links up with the powerhouse trio behind Crafted For Action—Jen Price, Shanelle Pickraum, and Kevin “Swirv” Irvin—for a special kickoff to their annual conference. We talk everything from emergency lagers and fridge-aged sours (yikes) to building a thriving, inclusive craft beverage culture in Atlanta and beyond.

Jen breaks down how Crafted For Action started as a pivot from a pandemic-halted beer boutique dream and grew into a nationwide platform for education, equity, and opportunity in craft beer, wine, and spirits. Shanelle shares the sisterhood that sparked it all, while Sw...

What up, Brewsers! On this episode the Legendary Brew Crew serve up a chilled pint of banter, brews, and bold opinions.

🍻 Craft Beer News & Local Shoutouts:

🏀 Random Buzzer-Beater Banter: Is the NBA rea...

What up Brewsers! This week, the Legendary Brew Crew is back and we're bringing the vibes from coast to coast. We’re sipping everything from hazy IPAs to smoothie-style sours, but the real buzz came from our conversation with bestselling author, TEDx speaker, and Soul Seeker podcast host Sam Kabert.

Sam joined us to crack open more than just brews — he dropped deep knowledge on plant medicine, ayahuasca journeys, breathwork, and how reprogramming the subconscious mind can help us finally chill out and deal with our real baggage (not just the annoying beer fridge that won’t stay c...

What up Brewsers! This week, the Legendary Brew Crew kicks it with Youngwon Lee, founder of Dokkaebier, a bold award winning brewery infusing Asian flavors and stories into every pint. We crack open a Rice Kölsch and a wild card Kimchi Sour (yep, you read that right) while Youngwon breaks down how a Korean kid turned global wine hustler ended up repping his roots through experimental beer in Cali.

From jasmine rice and yuzu citrus to kettle-souring with actual kimchi culture (who knew?), we dive into what makes Dokkaebier taste—and feel—different. It’s not just ab...

The Legendary Brew Crew is back hashing out everything from the nuanced naming of our listeners (brewsers vs. brewsettes, anyone?) to a hilarious debate on Spanish grammar and identity politics.

Then we sink our fangs into Ryan Coogler's certified horror hit Sinners (spoiler alert). From dissecting Michael B. Jordan’s subtle flex to the film's wild genre mashup, we unpack whether the vampires were even necessary or just some spicy seasoning on an already flavorful stew of storytelling.

Plus, we give flowers to the “Roof Is On Fire” musical moment, break down garlic etiquette in vampir...

What up Brewsers! Rob G’s flying solo on this one—but he’s not alone. He links up with craft beer enthusiast and community advocate Jordan Harvey, known online as Beers Around the Way. Jordan shares his hop-filled journey from sipping commercial brews to becoming a passionate advocate for diversity in the craft beer scene.

But it’s not just about what’s in the glass. Jordan also highlights his role in the Harvey Wilder Foundation, a family-founded nonprofit supporting HBCU students through scholarships and passport grants. It’s beer, community, culture—and a bit of travel too.

What up Brewsers! The Legendary Brew Crew is back! We’re sipping hazy IPAs, cracking open saisons, and realizing—some of these beers might’ve been in the fridge since 2023. 🥴 Welcome to our new segment: “What’s in the Back of the Fridge?”

As the crew sips through saisons, ambers lagers, and throwback favorites, they banter about a viral April Fools tip prank gone legal to China's TikTok trade war tactics ($5 Lululemon knockoffs), the crew dives into internet culture and political shenanigans.

They even get nostalgic with a breakdown of slept-on hip-hop albums and soundtracks, plus an ode to...

What up Brewers! On this episode the Legendary Brew Crew dive into another week of bold brews, lukewarm takes, and good old-fashioned banter.

From hops to high-tech, the conversation starts with the role of AI in beer-making. Could robots craft your next favorite brew? The crew explores the pros, cons, and the irreplaceable soul that brewers bring to the process.

Next up: March Madness mayhem. The crew recaps the Duke vs. Houston showdown, shares takes on the transfer portal, and reflects on college basketball legends like Zion Williamson and Paige Bueckers.

Then it's...

Get ready Brewers, this ones a dozy. Laugh with the Legendary Brew Crew as they tackle the big questions... like, is "lemony-ness" a word? This episode is packed with the guys' signature humor as they explore everything from the mysteries of pink lemonade to the potential for genetically modified fruit. Plus, a serious discussion about the dark web takes a turn when they ponder the value of human skulls! If you're looking for banter episode, this one is for you!

What We Drinking

Dewey Beer Co. - Secret Machine - Breezey This fruit smoothie beer...

Welcome back, Brewers! In this episode, the Legendary Brew Crew dives into another round of craft beer tasting, lively debates, and all things trending in the world of sports and culture. We kick things off with a unique brew from Evil Genius – a bacon-infused beer that sparks a discussion on flavors, food pairings, and whether or not it actually contains real bacon.

From there, we shift gears into March Madness, where the brackets are busted, Cinderella stories emerge, and the impact of NIL deals on college basketball is debated. Plus, we break down LeBron’s latest move, the...

What’s up, Brewsers? This week on Brewsing Banter Podcast, we’re chopping it up with Terry Rostic from Black Calder Brewing, Michigan’s first Black-owned beer brewery.

Terry takes us through his journey—starting with a homebrew kit disaster, linking up with co-founder Jamaal Ewing, and navigating the legal landmines of naming a brewery (spoiler: it cost them 15K just to change it!).

We get into everything: Grand Rapids’ unexpected beer empire, fluoride in water, why sweet potato pie belongs in a stout, dropping iconic hip-hop-inspired beer labels, and the real talk about cultural representa...

In this lively episode of Brewsing Banter Podcast, the Legendary Brew Crew kicks things off with their signature energy, diving into the latest beer picks, football fandom (Go Birds!), and some good old-fashioned banter. But the real highlight? A fascinating conversation with special guest Zuri Pryor Graves, a distinguished sex therapist, intimacy coordinator, and sexologist.

Zuri sheds light on the crucial role of an intimacy coordinator in film and television, breaking down how the industry has evolved post-MeToo to ensure actors feel safe and respected during sensitive scenes. From her unexpected journey—moving to Atlanta for roller de...

The Legendary Brew Crew is back with another lively conversation, blending nostalgia, culture, and unfiltered takes on everything from lost TV classics to changing media trends. They dive into the mystery of why some beloved shows, likeIn Living Color, seem to have disappeared from streaming platforms and what that means for preserving entertainment history.

The discussion shifts to the evolution of music and movies—have CDs and DVDs truly become relics, or are they just being gatekept in the digital age? With streaming services controlling access, what happens when content simply vanishes?

And for a do...

This week, the Legendary Brew Crew is joined by a special guest—Vanity Constance, making a triumphant return after 213 episodes! We catch up on her four-year journey of adventure, activism, and self-discovery, from cross-country train rides to shaking up communities for the better.

We dive deep into the art of craft beer, sip on some of our favorite brews (including our special collab with Dewey Beer Co.), and even mix up a surprise Valentine’s-inspired beer cocktail! Along the way, we reflect on the power of symbols, the impact of community activism, and the beau...

In this episode, the legendary Brew Crew dives deep into the art of craft beer and hip-hop culture with the founders of Hip Hop Heads Brewery. These educators-turned-brewers share their hilarious journey from botched beer kits to award-winning brews like the "Brown Skinned Lady."

Expect bold flavors, iconic playlists, and stories about breakdance battles, peanut butter whiskey pairings, and the philosophy of pairing beats with beer. Whether you’re a hophead, a hip-hop fan, or just here for the laughs, grab a drink and join the crew as they explore what it means to blend passions into pu...

Welcome to 2025 with the Legendary Brew Crew! In this jam-packed episode, they dive into everything from beer tasting to random yet hilarious debates about music, modern radio playlists, and… the evolution of apples? 🍏🍎 Yup, you heard that right.

They kick things off with some unique brews like a blueberry lemon cheesecake sour ale (spoiler: it’s got just the right pucker!) and detour into a heartfelt toast to Jimmy Carter’s pivotal role in the craft beer world. Plus, there’s plenty of laughs over bagels, pickles, and secret “after-dark” confessions—because nothing’s off-limits when the crew is vibing.