Alternative Blacks

In season 2 we will be focusing on mystified groups and their relationship to Blackness. 

Our first episode is focused on Vampires. We discuss the first mention of vampires in America, African Vampire mythology, Colonial-era vampire anxieties today, and more.

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Recorded May 20, 2021: On this week's bonus episode of the Alternative Blacks Podcast, Tyler is joined by Melissa Walter, the co-founder of Love City Brewing, to discuss the racist and sexist acts to come from Tired Hands and Yards Brewing Company. While drinking Massive from Gigantic Brewing Company, Tyler breaks down the issues within the industry and how to create a safe space for everyone in craft beer.

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Recorded May 6, 2021: On this week's bonus episode of the Alternative Blacks Podcast, Chris and Tyler discuss the newest J Cole release and South Carolina's decision to use a firing squad to carry out capital punishment. While drinking Celestial Brume from Elder Pine Brewing and Infinite Wisdom from Smog City Brewing, Chris and Tyler break down the morality behind fire squad executions from the death row inmate to those made to carry out the killing.

For a more in-depth conversation on the death penalty, check out our episode on capital punishment.

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Recorded April 22, 2021: On this week's bonus episode of the Alternative Blacks Podcast, Chris and Tyler discuss the verdict of the Chauvin trial and police reform. Are the charges Chauvin faces enough? What would true justice look like? Chris and Tyler break down these questions and offer their perspective on the charges considering the cultural and legal context.

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Recorded April 8, 2021: On this week's bonus episode of the Alternative Blacks Podcast, Chris and Tyler catch up and answer your submitted questions on craft beer, tattoos, and friendship. They then offer their hot takes on diversity in brewing and reopening amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Recorded April 1, 2021: On this week's bonus episode of the Alternative Blacks Podcast, Chris and Tyler fucked up. After a scheduling error, Chris and Tyler are back this week to rate craft brews and answer your submitted questions on a variety of topics.

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Recorded March 11, 2021: On this week's bonus episode of the Alternative Blacks Podcast, Tyler goes solo to answer your submitted questions on craft beer styles, festivals, and inclusivity. We then enjoy a surprise visit from his co-host, Chris, to discuss his weekend in Atlanta, barriers of entry in craft beer, and friendship.

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Recorded February 25, 2021: On this week's bonus episode of the Alternative Blacks Podcast, Chris and Tyler welcome the legendary Hops and Charlie to discuss all things craft beer. The trio list some of their favorite breweries between Florida and Pennsylvania, discuss the growing craft beer community, and answer your submitted questions. For more Hops and Charlie, check out her feature episode of the podcast and follow her on Instagram @hops_and_charlie

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Recorded February 11, 2021: On this week's bonus episode of the Alternative Blacks Podcast, Chris and Tyler crack open a cold one while answering your burning question on Instagram live. From the Lunar New Year, vaccines, cryptocurrency, and Philly beer, Chris and Tyler lend their hot takes.

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Chris and Tyler look back at the Non-Whiteness of Beer series and discuss some of the information that stuck out to them the most. 

They also take a look back at the last two and a half years of the show and thank friends, family, sponsors, and guests. We will be taking a short break, but don't worry, we will be back in August with season 2! Keep an eye out for more details as we get closer to August. In the meantime, check us out on Instagram Live every other Thursday at 7 pm ET.