Beer People

Meredith Rebar’s impressive resume is too long to list here, but suffice to say that it’s no surprise she runs Home Brewed Events so successfully. Drawing on her experience at Tröegs and St. Benjamin’s brewing companies, plus being a Cicerone who has been involved with Philly’s Pink Boots Society since its inception AND having tons of event-planning experience for breweries and bands, she’s a rock star. Join us for this conversation where you’ll hear about the importance of making the beer industry a welcoming space for all, how intertwined the beer and music scenes are, and you’ll even get to hear what it’s like to take part in one of Meredith’s beer-and-food pairing classes. Find all of Meredith's upcoming events here. Cheers!

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We all need community, and community relies on accessibility. Matt Westfall drives that point home through his Cheshire, CT, brewery, Counter Weight. A sociology major, Westfall pivoted towards hops after college, but his degree serves as a foundation for what he has come to build. With an eye towards brewing approachable, high-quality beer as well as providing a welcoming environment, Westfall has opened his space to many community partners. Whether it’s a weekend barre or yoga class, a comedy show, or trivia, Counter Weight has become a weekly hang for many people. Westfall’s plan is working: brew good and affordable beer for people who want to have something to rely on while also inviting patrons in for a multitude of events. We all need community.

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With great power comes great responsibility. Jen and John Kimmich have that power, earned through the creation of their iconic Alchemist Brewery and equally as iconic Heady Topper and Focal Banger beers. More importantly, the pair very much understand and embrace that responsibility. This has never been just about brewing for the Kimmichs, even though John rose to fame for literally creating hazy IPA as a style. Since opening as a 60 seat pub in 2003, the Alchemist has become a brewery known worldwide for not only white whale beers, but also for their multi-platform focus on sustainability. A certified B Corp, the Alchemist has become a gold standard. Jen and John Kimmich have been at the forefront of what the craft beer industry is and what it could and SHOULD be.

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The Pittsburgh beer scene has spread rapidly across the Steel City, helping to mold and define many of the neighborhoods that make up the burgeoning city. Trace Brewing has been one of the leading pioneers in this movement. Spearheading their efforts are owner Dave Kushner and Head of Marketing and Customer Experience Aadam Soorma. Along with General Manager Katie Rado, Kushner and Soorma have worked to create and provide an open and accepting environment for their staff and patrons, while also brewing some of the best beer in the city. Through their countless events and community partnerships, the team at Trace has focused on making their space a mirror of the community they serve.

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Intentionality is built into the fabric of Lesser-Known Beer Co in Winston-Salem, NC. As a co-founder, Will Loring is central to the design of this rising star brewery that just seems to earn more and more recognition by the day. You’ll want to have your thinking cap on for this episode because Will drops knowledge and philosophical quotes like none other, and you’re gonna want to make a note of this guy’s wisdom. Lesser-Known is known for not only making excellent beer, but doing so while offering patrons the chance to disconnect in a taproom that’s devoid of TVs and even has a place to store your phone to be more present. Will and Ryan make a point to travel to each country before they brew its style, as a way of honoring each style’s unique traditions. Lesser-Known will be well known before long.

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Beer Banter is finally here! The special crossover episode between Beer People and the Brewsing Banter Podcast that we've all been waiting for. This is a lively, fun conversation recorded live at Two Locals Brewing that weaves together a mix of topics from music choices and show recommendations to race and building community, from friendship/podcast origin stories and hopeful future guests to snow days and people-watching with milkshakes. The Legendary Brew Crew at Brewsing Banter is a team of great people that Matt and Chris had a blast chatting with. More to come from Barrel and Flow in August!

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The Washington, DC beer scene is on the rise. Red Bear Brewing, with a dedication to providing a warm, welcoming, and oftentimes adventurous space is a key player in the developing community. At the heart of Red Bear is Simon Bee. While this transplant from the Pacific Northwest may appear to be a lumberjack at first sight, quite literally, his insistence on creating a safe space for the LGBTQIA+ community, as well as anyone who wants to have fun and drink a good beer, sets him apart from the rest. Through Simon and his team's efforts, Red Bear has become a community partner for many organizations, helping them build relationships that strengthen the DC beer scene.

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Up in the north Philadelphia neighborhood of Germantown, Laura and Todd Lacy are building something special at Attic Brewing Company. With an eye on highlighting local history and bringing more attention to their community, the Lacys are creating a welcoming and inviting space where award-winning beer and unconventional collaborations are the norm.

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We chat with Melissa Walter, co-owner and co-founder of Philadelphia's Love City Brewing, about the latest developments for the brewery and for her. Melissa's background as a social worker comes out in her balanced approach to grief, her business acumen is on full display in her ability to steer the ship toward Love City's upcoming 6th anniversary, and her future-focused vision is seen as she describes what is sure to be an exciting 2026 for Philadelphia (yes, 2026).

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Beer People John and Richie return for a new episode format in which we discuss the state of the beer industry over the past year. John’s now into the second year of running The Daily Beer Bar, after gigs at Hop Culture and Cool Material, and Richie’s making BIG career moves after leaving Victory Brewing. Their unique perspectives on the industry shed light on 2023’s style trends, economic competition in the beer market, non-alcoholic beer, whether we’ve *finally* reached the year of the lager, and more. We end with each person's hot takes for 2024, and a couple wish list items, too.

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