We're looking at Giroc this time, one of a pair of possibly the most powerful beings that exist in the Blakes 7 universe.

HFTV is back with a brand new co-host! Meet him before we dive into our next season of Tales from the Crypt!

In this week’s episode of Matt Likes Beer, Matt explores the timeless charm of Paulaner Münchner Lager, a staple in German brewing heritage and a commercial example of the Munich Helles style. Known for its balance of malty sweetness and subtle hop bitterness, this beer delivers exactly what you’d expect from a classic Bavarian lager.

Matt dives into his experience with Paulaner Münchner Lager, sharing stories of local German beer gardens, the challenges of beer judging certification (BJCP), and why this beer made its way into his fridge for both podcasting and training purposes. Along the way, he reflects on how Paulaner stands out as a malt-forward lager with a crisp, clean finish and gives it an impressive BJCP-style evaluation score.

But not everyone agrees with that assessment, Matt reads a few offbeat low-rated reviews and debunks some of their claims—like detecting "dirty alley notes"—all while considering what makes this beer a winner for malt-forward lager fans.

Listen now on Neozaz.com, BigMonsterBrewing.com, or wherever you get your podcasts. Whether you’re a lager lover or just curious about one of Munich’s finest, this episode is worth a sip!

In this episode, Chris and Luke list their top 5 favorite Mark Wahlberg movies, and Dave joins the show to list his least favorite 5 Mark Wahlberg movies!

We're donning our disco wigs and heading off to Skaro to take our penultimate look at a Dalek tale.

Climb aboard, as we look at another swashbuckler - this time with an actual boat!

In this week’s episode of Matt Likes Beer, Matt delves into the rich, chocolatey depths of Deschutes Black Butte Porter. Known as a quintessential American Porter, this beer offers layers of flavor that have won fans and accolades alike. But how does it stack up for someone who usually skips over dark beers?

Matt shares his evolving relationship with porters, including a few experimental missteps—like the ill-fated attempt to create a root beer porter for a beer festival. He also explores Deschutes’ legacy, his unexpected introduction to the brewery during a shotgun golf outing, and why Black Butte Porter helped him reconsider the entire style.

Using a BJCP-style evaluation, Matt dissects the beer’s aroma, flavor, mouthfeel, and overall impression. He also entertains shares low-rated reviews, proving not everyone agrees on this beloved brew.

Listen now on Neozaz.com, BigMonsterBrewing.com, or your favorite podcast platform. If you’re a porter fan—or just porter-curious—you won’t want to miss this one.

Leading in the the release of "Wolf Man", Chris, Dave and Matt list their top five favorite Universal Monster interpretations!

Matt's Crummy Comics Collection is back! After a six-year hiatus, Matt has reached into the stack of his old comic book collection and pulled a book to relaunch this series.

This episode features Married With Children Flashback #1 from NOW Comics. This story featured a prequel story from the long-running sitcom Married With Children.

Will Matt find this issue "crummy" or "classic"? Listen along and find out—this may be the only episode of this series to be posted again.

In this week’s episode of Matt Likes Beer, Matt takes a sip of sunshine with Pure Project Tropical Mist, a citrus blonde ale inspired by Costa Rica’s misty rainforests. Brewed with Valencia oranges and Pure Project’s signature murky yeast, this beer boasts a bright, effervescent character that perfectly balances malt and citrus.

Matt shares the story of his visit to Pure Project during a 2022 beer vacation in San Diego, detailing how a recommendation from a beloved homebrew store led him to discover this unique brewery. Along the way, he reflects on the bittersweet closure of that store, celebrates Pure Project’s craft, and evaluates Tropical Mist as both a fruit beer and a blonde ale.

This episode includes:

A live BJCP-style evaluation, with Tropical Mist scoring a respectable 39 out of 50.

Listen now on Neozaz.com, BigMonsterBrewing.com, or your favorite podcast platform, and join Matt for a refreshing exploration of Pure Project’s craft and a toast to great beer!