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  • EP11 - Building a Village, One Pint at a Time

    This week, David stays truly local — pulling up a stool at Village Days Brewery in Gladesville, the suburb’s first and only craft brewery. He’s joined by founder and managing director Dan Smith, who shares how a homebrewer’s dream became one of Sydney’s most welcoming brewpubs.

    They crack open a Juicy Bear NZ Hazy and talk beer, business, and building a village — one pint at a time.

    • 🍺 The Village Philosophy: Why Dan’s brewpub model is about people before pints — creating a “village” where the venue is as important as the beer.
    • 🌏 From Homebrew to Head Brewer: How a decade-long homebrew hobby turned into a full-scale brewery (and why Dan says the economics of beer are brutal).
    • 🎶 Building Community: Trivia nights, live music, food specials and local connections that make Village Days a true neighbourhood hangout.
    • 🧠 Economics Meets Beer: The business behind staying small, focusing local, and resisting the pull of mass production.
    • 💡 Expanding the Village: Dan’s future vision for new venues and why “fighting the right battles” means staying independent.
    • 📬 You’ve Got Ale: Listener Greeny writes in asking if a Fiji drinks package is worth it — and gets an economist’s take on sunk costs.
    • 🧔 Movember Shoutout: David and Dan compare moustache progress and share Village Days’ charity event on Nov 22 (featuring a dunk tank and live music).
    • 🔍 Tapped In: Dan’s top local picks —
      • Pub: Public House Petersham @publichousepetersham
      • Small Bar: HP Bowlo (Hurlstone Park) @hobowlo
      • Brewery: Merino Brewery (Camden/SW Sydney) @merinobrewery
    • 🧠 Pub Quiz: General Knowledge — from King Arthur to Michael Jordan.

    Other Breweries:

    • Akasha Brewing Co. – @akashabrew
    • Wayward Brewing  @waywardbrewing
    • White Bay Beer Co. – @whitebaybrewery
    • Riverside Brewing Co. – @riversidebrew
    • Merino Brewery – @merinobrewery
    • Sydney Brewery – @sydneybrewery

    Venues:

    • Public House Petersham – @publichousepetersham
    • HP Bolo (Hurlstone Park) – @hpbolo

    Events & Causes:

    • Cork & Fork Festival (Ryde)
    • Pink Boots Society (La Chispa collaboration) – @pinkbootssocietyau
    • Movember – @movember
    • The Frothy Moe Co. team – donate at -> https://movember.com/m/14033699?mc=1 

    🎙️ Host: David A. Lennon
    🍻 Guest: Dan Smith, Founder – Village Days Brewery
    🏛️ Supported by: Oasis Brewing Co.
    📍 Recorded at: Village Days Brewery, Gladesville

    Support the show

    Episode produced by: WHEN Studios
    Follow: @WHEN.Studios,

    Insta: @chatontap

    Tiktok: @chat.on.tap

    YouTube: @ontapchat

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    Email: [email protected]

    Host: David A. Lennon – @davidalennon
    Website: chatontap.com


    38 min
  • EP10 - The Small Bar Snitch

    In this episode, David is joined by long-time mate Michael Snitch, a self-proclaimed small bar expert with a knack for finding Sydney’s hidden gems. Recorded live from The Sawdust Hotel in Gladesville, the pair toast to their old neighbourhood, swap stories about  the locals and explore the evolving culture of Sydney’s small bar scene.

    In This Episode

    • Gladesville nostalgia — from The Bayview to Sporties and Woolwich Pier Hotel.
    • Yulli's Beer run - 5 pubs, 9km.
    • David’s Movember team, The Frothy Moe Co., and how breweries are jumping in to support men’s health.
    • Listener mailbag: “You’ve Got Ale” — Max from Michigan sets the record straight on shuffleboard.
    • Snitch’s “Top 5 Small Bars” guide to Sydney’s CBD, from Door Knock to York Lane.
    • Pub Quiz: Cocktail and spirits edition

    Tapped In (What’s On At Your Local)

    The Marsden Brewhouse (Marsden Park, NSW) – Huge family-friendly venue with live music, trivia nights, and great house brews. @themarsdenbrewhouse
    Squinters Brewery (Penrith, NSW) – Local craft favourite serving lagers, hazies, and schwarzbiers with a friendly backyard vibe. @squintersbrewingco
    Rusty Penny Brewing (Penrith, NSW) – Local legend with creative IPAs and community spirit. @rustypennybrewingco
    Drink West (Penrith, NSW) – Homegrown brewery co-owned by  Tyson Pedro, Tai Tuivasa and Nathan Cleary. @drinkwest
    Mountain Culture Beer Co. (Katoomba/Emu Plains, NSW) – Award-winning brewery and Penrith’s pride. @mountaincultureemuplains

    Small Bar Picks – Snitch’s Sydney Top 5

    York Lane – Tiny laneway bar near Wynyard with killer cocktails and local charm. @yorklanebar
    Uncle Ming’s Bar – Dumplings, neon, and a timeless late-night vibe. @unclemings
    J&M Whisky Bar – Hidden gem above the Angel Hotel, a whisky lover’s paradise.
    Door Knock – Speakeasy entrance, incredible cocktails, and moody underground atmosphere. @doorknock_sydney
    CTA Business Club – 1970s RSL vibes under Martin Place, reopening soon after renovations. @thectasydney

    Honourable mention: The Barber Shop – Iconic gin bar behind a working barber. @thisisthebarbershop

    Chapters (Auto-Generated)

    00:00 – Welcome from The Sawdust Hotel
     02:00 – Gladesville pub nostalgia & local favourites
     04:20 – Yulli’s Beer Run & the rise of brewery run clubs
    08:00 – Movember & The Frothy Mo Co.
    12:00 – Pub Quiz - Spirits and Cocktails edition

    17:00 – You’ve Got Ale: Shuffleboard solved
    19:00 – Naming the Chat on Tap listeners (“The Guzzlers”?)
     23:00 – Tapped In: Western Sydney beer boom
     27:00 – Snitch’s Top 5 Sydney Small Bars
     36:00 – Pub Quiz: Cocktail & Spirits Edition
    40:00 – Closing Cheers & Snitch’s Bar invite

    📍 Recorded at: The Sawdust Hotel – Gladesville, NSW
    🍺 Proudly supported by: Oasis Brewing Co – @oasisbrewingofficial | oasisbrewing.com.au

    🎗️ Movember Partner: The Frothy Mo Co

    Guest: Michael Snitch (@snitchknows)
    Host: David A. Lennon
    Contact: [email protected]
    Instagram: @chatontap

    Support the show

    Episode produced by: WHEN Studios
    Follow: @WHEN.Studios,

    Insta: @chatontap

    Tiktok: @chat.on.tap

    YouTube: @ontapchat

    Got a Story? 

    Wanna help us Tap In to a great venue, deal, beer?

    Interested in sponsorship? 

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    Email: [email protected]

    Host: David A. Lennon – @davidalennon
    Website: chatontap.com


    43 min
  • EP09 - Pints, Pawns & Pubmates - Brisbane Pub Chess

    In this episode, David is joined by returning co-host Cecilia Hollins to explore the wholesome world of pub hobbies — from choirs to chess, knitting to Dungeons & Dragons.

    We chat to Ben Dudman from Brisbane Pub Chess, a community group blending board games and beers to reconnect people offline. Plus, they round up the best pub-based pastimes across Australia and test each other’s knowledge in a “Hobbies Edition” pub quiz.

    In This Episode

    • The origin story of Brisbane Pub Chess – how Ben turned casual games into community connection.
    • Why breweries make the perfect “third spaces” for hobbies.
    • Pub activities worth checking out: book clubs, D&D nights, drunken knitting groups, and pub choirs.
    • The joy of sitting solo with a pint.
    • Pub Quiz – Hobbies Edition

    Tapped In (What’s On At Your Local)

    East Village (Darlinghurst, NSW) – Great happy hour, hearty $15 lunches, and a newly refreshed menu. @eastvillagehotel_
    Spring Lake Hotel (Springfield Lakes, QLD) – Family Sundays, kids eat free, petting zoo, live music. @springlakehotel

    The Gov (Adelaide, SA) – Ukulele Choir & front bar jam nights. @lovethegov
    Fortress (Sydney/Melbourne) – Dungeons & Dragons, gaming tavern vibes. @fortresssydney / @fortressmelb
    Bar Oussou (Brunswick, VIC) – Spoken-word poetry and open mic nights. @baroussou
    Future Magic Brewing (Brisbane, QLD) – Home base for Brisbane Pub Chess meetups. @futuremagicbrewingco
    Flat Lizard Brewing (Stafford, QLD) – Hosting the next northside chess meetup. @flatlizardbrewing
    Island State Brewing (TAS) – Run-to-the-pub events and craft beer culture. @islandstatebrewing
    Yulli’s Brews (Alexandria, NSW) – Beer run stopover with Fat Cat Content crew. @yullisbrews

    The Beers

    • Seventh Day XPA – Brookvale, NSW (@7daybrewery)

    Chapters (Auto-Generated)

    00:00 – Welcome to Chat on Tap
     02:35 – Naming the Listener Community (Scooneys vs Chatty Tappys)
     03:17 – Tapped In: Pub Picks Across Australia
     06:10 – Pub Hobbies List: From Choirs to Knitting Nights
     15:15 – Interview: Ben from Brisbane Pub Chess
     33:02 – Creating Community Over a Board Game
     41:00 – Finding Third Spaces & Why Hobbies Matter
     42:55 – Pub Quiz: Hobbies Edition
     45:40 – Monopoly Pieces & Darts Glory
     47:00 – Closing Cheers & Next Round

    📍 Recorded at: Pyrmont Point Hotel – Sydney, NSW
    🍺 Proudly supported by: Oasis Brewing Co – @oasisbrewingofficial
    | oasisbrewing.com.au

    Special guest: Ben from Brisbane Pub Chess – @brisbanepubchess

    Support the show

    Episode produced by: WHEN Studios
    Follow: @WHEN.Studios,

    Insta: @chatontap

    Tiktok: @chat.on.tap

    YouTube: @ontapchat

    Got a Story? 

    Wanna help us Tap In to a great venue, deal, beer?

    Interested in sponsorship? 

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    Email: [email protected]

    Host: David A. Lennon – @davidalennon
    Website: chatontap.com


    49 min
  • EP08 – Sydney Beer Week, Bacon Beers & Oktoberfest with Cecilia Hollins

    In this episode, David is joined by returning co-host Cecilia Hollins at the Pyrmont Point Hotel, diving into the beer lover’s dream that is Sydney Beer Week — from homebrewer collabs, to spicy margaritas, to wine, to bacon beers, trivia, and the charm of local Oktoberfest celebrations.

    They swap stories from Marrickville to Tassie, unpack the quirks of German brewing traditions, and toast the venues keeping beer culture alive.

    In This Episode

    • Sydney Beer Week highlights — blind beer judging at Hotel Sweeneys, croquet with Kaiju & Hop Nation, and Shakespeare in the Pub.
    • Tapped In — Cece’s Tassie getaway (Island State Brewing, Prickly Mo Wines) and Dave’s visit to Surly’s BBQ for a Mountain Culture collab Red Ale.
    • Pub Quiz – Oktoberfest Edition.
    • Behind the taps at Sydney Brewery Alexandria's Oktoberfest celebrations: Fest Beer, Heffeweizen, Bacon Beer & “square” Pilsners.
    • Why Oktoberfest might be better in Alexandria than Munich (for now).

    Tapped In (What’s On At Your Local)

    Centro 86 (Sydney, NSW) – Spicy Margs, free popcorn, and post-work vibes. @centro.86
    Surly’s American Tavern (Surry Hills, NSW) – BBQ platters, upstairs games, and a Red Ale collab with Mountain Culture. @surlysbbqIsland State Brewing
    Sydney Brewery Alexandria (NSW) – Fest beers, bratwurst rolls & live German bands. @sydneybreweryalexandria

    Other Venues Mentioned

    Hotel Sweeneys • The Quarryman’s Hotel • Pyrmont Point Hotel • Prickly Mo Winery • Island State Brewing • Buttons Brewery • Penguin Beer Co • The Alpine Inn (San Francisco)

    The Beers

    Green Coast Crisp • Seventh Day XPA • Mountain Culture x Surly’s American Red Ale • Sydney Brewery Fest Beer • Sydney Brewery Hefeweizen • Sydney Brewery Pilsner • Blackwattle Bacon Beer • Yulli’s Dortmunder Export • Yulli’s Sour Weissbier • Yulli’s NZ Pilsner

    Chapters (Auto-Generated)

    00:00
    Welcome to Chat on Tap

    06:14
    Sydney Beer Week Highlights

    11:51
    Listener Recommendations and Tapped In

    13:49
    Oktoberfest Trivia

    21:39
    Exploring Oktoberfest Experiences

    25:42
    Interviews with Local Breweries

    32:59
    Closing Remarks and Future Engagements

    📍 Recorded at: Pyrmont Point Hotel – Sydney, NSW
    🍺 Proudly supported by: Oasis Brewing Co – @oasisbrewingofficial oasisbrewing.com.au


    🥨 Prost

    Support the show

    Episode produced by: WHEN Studios
    Follow: @WHEN.Studios,

    Insta: @chatontap

    Tiktok: @chat.on.tap

    YouTube: @ontapchat

    Got a Story? 

    Wanna help us Tap In to a great venue, deal, beer?

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    Email: [email protected]

    Host: David A. Lennon – @davidalennon
    Website: chatontap.com


    34 min
  • EP07 WHEN's the gig? With Phil and Marc Lennon

    In this episode, it’s a family affair as David is joined by his dad Phil Lennon and brother Marc Lennon at WHEN Studios for a deep dive into pub gigs, live music, and the heartbeat of Australian pub culture.

    From first ever pub gigs, to catching Queen live from row D, the Lennon trio swap stories about the golden era of pub bands, the slow fade into DJ sets and pokies, and why there’s hope for a new summer of live music.

    They also share their own band tales, uncover the origins of WHEN Studios, and debate the “perfect number of beers”

    In This Episode

    • Pub gig nostalgia — first concerts, favourite venues, and chaotic band stories.
    • The state of live music in pubs today — pokies vs. performers, the comeback trend, and how tribute bands fill the void.
    • Roadtrip pubs across Australia — from Victor Harbour to Beechworth, and the towns still keeping live music alive.
    • Listener Mail – Austin’s $6 Reschs tip sparks a full-blown beer maths debate.
    • Pub Quiz – Cold Chisel, AC/DC, Powderfinger, Kylie — can the Lennons keep up?
    • Last Drinks – What venues we’d bring back, and what we’re each the “master of.”

    Tapped In (What’s On At Your Local)

    • The Townie (Newtown, NSW) – Live local vibes and $6 happy hour schooners. @thetownienewtown

    • Rosemount Hotel (Perth, WA) – Great food deals, $15 pizza & jugs, big live stage. @rosemounthotel

    Other venues mentioned: 

    Hibernian Hotel Beechworth - Great beers and Dad's medical assistance
    St Mary’s Leagues Club • The Lookout (Scarborough) • Blacktown RSL • Pump House Sydney • Jolly Frog Hotel • Seven Hills Hotel • Beechworth Hotel (Tanswells) • Bridge Road Brewers • Barracks on Barracks • Mildura Hotel • Victor Harbour pubs

    The Bands

    • Marc - Amberdown, Young Lennon 
    • Phil - Johnson's Bridge, Thru The Lens, Love Child
    • Dave - Thru The Lens

    Chapters (Auto-Generated)

    00:00
    Introduction to Pub Gigs and Family Connections

    02:48
    Memorable First Pub Gigs

    05:36
    Evolution of Live Music Venues

    08:48
    The Impact on Live Music

    11:30
    Current Trends in Live Music

    14:48
    Exploring Regional Venues

    17:43
    Listener Recommendations and Tips

    20:34
    The Perfect Number of Beers

    23:29
    Pub Quiz and Trivia

    29:20
    Closing Thoughts on Live Music

    📍 Recorded at: WHEN Studios – Sydney, NSW
    🍺 Proudly supported by: Oasis Brewing Co – @oasisbrewingco
    • oasisbrewing.com.au

    Episode produced by: WHEN Studios
    Follow: @chatontap

    Email: [email protected]

    Host: David A. Lennon – @davidalennon

    Website: chatontap.com

    🎸 Support your local gigs. Buy the ticket. Drink the beer. Keep the music alive.

    Support the show

    Episode produced by: WHEN Studios
    Follow: @WHEN.Studios,

    Insta: @chatontap

    Tiktok: @chat.on.tap

    YouTube: @ontapchat

    Got a Story? 

    Wanna help us Tap In to a great venue, deal, beer?

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    Email: [email protected]

    Host: David A. Lennon – @davidalennon
    Website: chatontap.com


    38 min
  • EP06 Old Pubs, New Stories: Walking Sydney with Scott Southam

    In this episode we’re joined by Scott Southam — storyteller, tour guide, and Sydney local legend behind I’m Free Walking Tours. Recorded inside The Lord Nelson Brewery Hotel, Australia’s oldest continuously operating brewpub, Scott and Dave pull up a pint to talk history and the hidden stories of The Rocks.

    With pints in hand, they dive into:

    • The Oldest Pub Debate – Lord Nelson vs Fortune of War: who really holds the crown?
    • Ghosts & Press Gangs – The dark, hilarious legend of the Hero of Waterloo.
    • Tour Tales – From COVID lockdowns to global travellers discovering ibis and schnitties.
    • Sydney Secrets – Hidden spots, underrated parks, and the Opera House myths tourists can’t stop asking about.
    • Last Drinks – Schnitty vs Parmy, best day for a beer, and the mates he’d most love to have a pint with.

    Whether you’re a history buff, a pub lover, or just keen for a laugh over a pint, this one’s a walk worth taking.

    🍺 Tapped In: Venues & Beers Mentioned

    • The Lord Nelson Brewery Hotel – Oldest brewpub in Australia, famous for its Three Sheets Pale Ale  @lordnelsonbrewery

    • Hero of Waterloo – Historic pub with sandstone cellars and ghost tales  @heroofthewaterloo

    • Fortune of War – Oldest licensed pub in Sydney (1828)  @fortuneofwarsydney

    • The Australian Heritage Hotel – Home of the iconic Coat of Arms pizza (half kangaroo, half emu) 🇦🇺 @australianheritagehotel

    • Blue Gum Hotel (Waitara) – A north shore favourite for steaks and schooners  @bluegumhotel

    (Chapters are Auto-Generated)

    00:00
    Welcome to the Lord Nelson

    03:00
    The Free Walking Tour Experience

    05:21
    Exploring Sydney's Historical Pubs

    08:11
    The Rocks: A Unique Neighborhood

    11:00
    Tourist Demographics and Experiences

    13:38
    Ghost Stories and Legends of the Pubs

    16:47
    The Evolution of Pubs in Sydney

    19:32
    Common Questions on Tours

    22:35
    Quickfire Questions and Personal Insights

    Recorded at: The Lord Nelson Brewery Hotel
    – The Rocks, Sydney
    Guest: Scott Southam – I’m Free Tours

    Proudly supported by: Oasis Brewing
    – @oasisbrewingofficial

    Support the show

    Episode produced by: WHEN Studios
    Follow: @WHEN.Studios,

    Insta: @chatontap

    Tiktok: @chat.on.tap

    YouTube: @ontapchat

    Got a Story? 

    Wanna help us Tap In to a great venue, deal, beer?

    Interested in sponsorship? 

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    Email: [email protected]

    Host: David A. Lennon – @davidalennon
    Website: chatontap.com


    32 min
  • EP05 Finals Footy, Guinness Wars & the Wallabies Comeback – with Matt Baseley

    In this episode we are joined by broadcaster and sports presenter Matt Baseley for a finals footy special recorded at The Pyrmont Point Hotel. With schooies in hand, Matt and Dave (or Lenno, if you haven't heard the first of many nicknames appear yet) dive into the biggest pub conversations right now:

    • Pub nostalgia & novelty beers – BeezNeez, Carlton Lime, and the weird beers that defined our youth.
    • Footy finals across codes – AFL at the MCG, NRL under lights vs arvo kickoffs, and whether the Wallabies are finally back. Matt shares what it’s like being their on-field host and why this team might just spark a new golden era.
    • Pub Quiz – Can Matt handle David’s footy-themed trivia? Play along at home.

    Tapped In – This weeks recommendations including where to score the cheapest pint of Guinness in the “Melbourne Guinness Wars,”

    • Pickled Monkey Brewing, Marrickville - For sportsbar vibes WITH 20 craft beers on tap and the best damn food you'll have this century. @pickledmonkeybrewing
    • Village Bell Hotel (Melbourne) – $6 Guinness, mentioned in EP02 @villagebellehotel
    • Loudmouth Bar (St Kilda, Melbourne) – Beat the clock Guinness deals (yes, as low as $4 at 4pm, raise $1 per hour @loudmouthbar
    • Forest Inn (Bexley, Sydney) – Apparently cheapest in Sydney - $7 Guinness thanks to @guinnessofsydney
    • Six Strings Brewing (Central Coast, NSW) "Great Beers" - Matt
    • Hawkesbury Brewing Co (Central Coast, NSW) – Beers and.Smash burger shoutout
    • Bucketty’s Brewing (Brookvale, Northern Beaches) – Live music, food truck, strong beer reputation, VIBES

    Whether you’re here for the banter, the beer, or balls (footy), pour a glass and settle in.

    (Chapters are Auto-Generated)

    00:00
    Welcome drinks

    02:43
    Nostalgic and Novelty Beer 

    05:53
    The Pub Quiz

    08:45
    Tapped In: Recommendations

    11:20
    The Wallabies Connection

    17:26
    Rugby Union's Relevance

    21:36
    AFL/NRL Grand Final Discussion

    26:17
    Last Drinks and Quiz Answers


    📍 Recorded at The Pyrmont Point Hotel - https://pyrmontpoint.com.au/
     🍺 Proudly supported by Oasis Brewing - @oasisbrewingofficial, and check out https://oasisbrewing.com.au

    Support the show

    Episode produced by: WHEN Studios
    Follow: @WHEN.Studios,

    Insta: @chatontap

    Tiktok: @chat.on.tap

    YouTube: @ontapchat

    Got a Story? 

    Wanna help us Tap In to a great venue, deal, beer?

    Interested in sponsorship? 

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    Email: [email protected]

    Host: David A. Lennon – @davidalennon
    Website: chatontap.com


    32 min
  • EP04 Breheny Brothers Brewing: Reviving Australia’s Beer Royalty

    This week on Chat on Tap, David sits down with James Breheny, whose family name is etched into Australian beer history. The Brehenys were once the most influential brewing family in the country — with 18 brewers across dozens of breweries dating back to 1864. From KB Lager to Grewat Northern to Toohey’s New, their fingerprints are on some of the most iconic beers Aussies have ever poured.

    Now, more than a century later, James and his cousin are bringing those original recipes from the 1900s back to life. What started with a lost-and-found brewing journal has turned into Breheny Brothers Brewing, a revival of history that’s both nostalgic and refreshing.

    Whether you’re a beer history buff, a craft drinker who’s come full circle, or just love a good yarn over a schooner, this episode pours a fresh perspective on Aussie brewing heritage.

    (Chapters are auto-generated)

    00:00 The Legacy of the Brainy Family in Brewing

    02:47 Reviving Historical Recipes and Brewing Techniques

    05:55 Discovering Family History and Brewing Heritage

    08:38 Crafting Authentic Beers for Modern Drinkers

    11:32 The Journey of a Family Business in Brewing

    14:21 Marketing a Historic Brand in Today's Market

    17:15 Future Aspirations and New Recipes

    19:57 Personal Favorites and Pub Culture

    Follow & support Breheny Brothers Brewing: Available now at independent liquor stores across Australia. 

    https://www.brehenybros.com 

    @brehenybrosbreweries

    Support the show

    Episode produced by: WHEN Studios
    Follow: @WHEN.Studios,

    Insta: @chatontap

    Tiktok: @chat.on.tap

    YouTube: @ontapchat

    Got a Story? 

    Wanna help us Tap In to a great venue, deal, beer?

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    Email: [email protected]

    Host: David A. Lennon – @davidalennon
    Website: chatontap.com


    26 min
  • EP03 Old Mates Pub: Amanda Verratti

    Amanda Verratti is taking her Australian culture to America through pub hospitality at Old Mates Pub, owned by Aussie icons Andy Lee, Eddie Buckingham and Nick Stone. Find out how close it is to an O.G Aus pub, what you can find on the menu and which Australian Icons have strolled through the doors.

    And if we're themed in the USA it only makes sence that Cecilia is back to cohost and Tap In on what to drink and where to drink it back home. The Pub Quiz is also back and we'll test Cecilia on her USA knowledge.

    (Chapter summaries are auto-generated)
    00:00
    Introduction to Aussie Pubs and International Exploration

    02:59
    Cultural Perceptions: Australia vs. America

    05:52
    The Pub Quiz: Fun and Games

    08:43
    Tapped In: Local Recommendations

    11:57
    Interview with Amanda: The Heart of Old Mate's Pub

    14:50
    Running a Pub in NYC: Challenges and Insights

    17:38
    Australian Cuisine and Culture at Old Mate's

    20:46
    Sarah's Celebrity Encounters

    23:34
    Beer Selection and Australian Favorites

    26:25
    Closing Thoughts and Quiz Answers

    Tapped In

    NSW

    Philter Brewing, Marrickville

    VIC

    Daintan Brewing, Carrum

    QLD

    Sea Legs Brewing Co, Kangaroo Point

    SA

    Penny Red Beer Co, The Range

    WA

    Beer Farm

    Share your local pub stories and recommendations with us at @chatontap or [email protected]. Tune in next week to hear the legend of one of Australia's greatest brewing families.

    #ChatOnTap #AussiePubs #CraftBeer #PubCulture

    Support the show

    Episode produced by: WHEN Studios
    Follow: @WHEN.Studios,

    Insta: @chatontap

    Tiktok: @chat.on.tap

    YouTube: @ontapchat

    Got a Story? 

    Wanna help us Tap In to a great venue, deal, beer?

    Interested in sponsorship? 

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    Email: [email protected]

    Host: David A. Lennon – @davidalennon
    Website: chatontap.com


    33 min
  • EP02 Last Train Out Of Melbourne: The Journey of a heartbroken Swans Fan

    Cecilia Hollins joins as the first co-host, sharing her journey from beer enthusiast @beersofsydney, to podcast guest. Recorded at the Pyrmont Point Hotel, a hidden gem in Sydney, known for its cozy atmosphere and friendly staff. We discuss what is on our radar currently and where you should check out, being tragic footy fans and where the good FREE music scene is in Australia.

    (These chapters are automatically generated)

    00:00
    Welcome to Chat on Tap

    02:41
    Exploring the Pyrmont Point Hotel

    05:47
    Beer Buddies and Beer Culture

    08:51
    Tech Talk and Beer Innovations

    11:43
    Pub Quiz: Beer Knowledge Challenge

    14:12
    Tapped In: Best Pubs and Deals

    17:12
    Conversations in the Pub: AFL and More

    20:09
    R U OK? Day and Mental Health Awareness - The Australian Hotel in the Rocks is the venue mentioned supporting the cause through donations from every pint.

    For info and support - https://www.ruok.org.au/ 

    22:56
    Closing Thoughts and Next Week

    Beer Talk: Cece misses BrewDog's Mallow Laser Quest - let us know if you can find it. David is loving Chuck and Sons. 

    Pub Quiz: Cece hosts the quiz and in an effort to learn about brewing, themed it 'basic beer'

    Tapped In Segment: Highlights of top pub deals and hidden gems across Australia, venues mentioned here ; 

    NSW - Courthouse in Darlinghurst and Hopsters Brewing Co. 

    VIC - Antique Bar, Elsternwick (Best Guiness), Village Belle ($6 pint of Guinness)

    QLD - Straddie Brewing

    SA - The Earl of Leicester, 50c Wings on Mondays, $15 Cocktails Friday 3pm-11pm

    WA - Gage Roads Brewing - For info on the FREE live gigs, head to https://gageroads.com.au/whats-on-at-gage-roads-freo/

    Share your local pub stories and recommendations with us at @chatontap or [email protected]. Tune in next week for a US-themed episode featuring American beer culture insights and a visit to Old Mates Pub

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    Host: David A. Lennon – @davidalennon
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Stories & Drinks.

Good people. Great stories. 

Hosted by David A. Lennon, Chat On Tap is a show about the stories we share around a beverage. Tales told from the front…