ILB visits one of the founders of the Central Coast beer scene, George Peterson of Central Coast Brewing. George is a risk taker who clearly thrives when there's a little controversy happening. As a result, he knows how to push buttons! He's also a great storyteller makes fantastic beer. Take a listen as the team climbs up on to the Brew deck to hear the Central Coast Brewing story. 

Join Doc on his birthday along with the Jeffs as they visit Figueroa Brewing, Central California's most award-winning craft brewery! Brewer Chris Gonzalez joins them to share his journey to get to Figueroa and other great stories. Listen to the end to hear how the guys rate the beers they have in this great establishment.

Stood up by their in-studio guest, the ILB Team was left alone to cry in their beers. But, since they didn't actually have any beer, they put on happy faces and walked over to Main Street in downtown Vista. They popped in to meet Natasha Thompson at the Main Street Pourhouse and sample some local brews from Harland, Karl Strauss, and South O as well as some uniques from far away. Then, they headed a few doors down to see the Zanes at Inzane Brewery. As always, there's lots going on at Inzane including new beers on tap. Talent had news to share and Doc brought the Craic! Join the team as they enjoy the beer mecca of downtown Vista. 

A full house in the studio this week, which means Doc's back with Craic! Talent "sticks" to the news for Toast, Roast and Pour One Out, and Jeff reports on the 10 strangest beer names on record. To top it off, it's a birthday edition celebrating Producer Joe! Beers from Burgeon, Living Haus and Sierra Nevada make the party complete. Excellent beers picked up at The Brewers Taphouse (Encinitas) and Beer Town (Oceanside). 

ILB returns to its roots when the team visits The Camp Store in Carlsbad. Located in the State Beach campground, The Camp Store not only offers an excellent lineup of local beers, but live music, fun events and the best brew with a view in San Diego. Bree Madden shares The Camp Store story and its evolution as well as pints from Pure Project and Burgeon. ILB's own origin story begins right here and they take a trip down memory lane to recount the magic moment. 

ILB is back in the studio with new beers and stories to tell. Friends of the show, The Rotorheads, share their new release: The Beer Prayer. The Jeffs give the Beer in Review, discuss the upcoming San Diego Beer News Awards, and look into 2025 beer trends. They also prepare for their roles as celebrity chili cook-off judges at the end of the month. The work never ends, but as long as it involves great beer--no complaints! 

Our New Year's resolution is always the same: support our local breweries and taprooms. To start the year off strong, the Jeffs head over to Beer Town in Oceanside to meet owner Ryan Hood. Beer Town has an impressive lineup of beers--local and hard to find craft brews. Great food and beer to-go options too! Take a listen to hear Beer Town's origin story and commitment to serving the best beer in San Diego.

The D&D adventure for the Golden Hop continues! White Claw Walkers and winos in skinny jeans threaten the quest, but Sir Bob and his dire wolf HoseHead forge ahead with the help of SourCross, Bhric Longhammer and the rest of the intrepid crew. Find out how this epic tale of good (beer) versus evil ends up. 

To close the year and to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Dungeons and Dragons, we are dropping a double episode of Beer D&D. Join the Jeffs, Doc, Producer Joe and a few special guests as we navigate a fantastic beer-themed campaign. Unlike any other episode, this is an opportunity to enjoy both the world of Dungeons and Dragons and the world of beer. Listen through to the end to find out how the party fares in the seven beerdoms.

We have a new passion: on-location recording! We recorded this week's episode at the Tower 39 Rooftop Bar and invited our listeners to join us. With a sunset that seemed to be choreographed, we enjoyed three amazing local beers and shared laughs and stories with the live audience.  We had a late appearance by Doc who provided a double dose of Beer or Not a Beer then closed the show with a Doc's Crack that will have you laughing long after the episode is over!