How does a brewer go from childhood beer aversion to resurrecting historical beer styles? Join Gary Arndt and Bobby Fleshman as they chat with Jody Cleveland of Bare Bones Brewery about his unique brewing journey. Discover the process of capturing wild yeast from fallen leaves and why it’s more than just about brewing beer—it's about preserving history.

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TIMELINE

00:00 Introducing Jody Cleaveland

00:33 Jody's Beer Journey

02:32 Home Brewing to Professional Brewing

04:01 Recreating Historical Recipes

13:55 Capturing Wild Yeast

30:29 Challenges in Yeast Management

33:44 Join the Patreon!

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CREDITS

Hosts:

Bobby Fleshman

Allison Fleshman

Joel Hermansan

Gary Ardnt

Music by Sarah Lynn Huss

Recorded & Produced by David Kalsow

Brought to you by McFleshman's Brewing Co