In this episode of The Weekly Pint, I kick things off with a bit of a grumpy start due to some family-related delays, but we quickly dive into the heart of the show: the beginning of Oktoberfest season. We discuss various beers that listeners are enjoying, and I introduce the first showdown of the Oktoberfest Quest 2024. Last year's winner, Sonder Oktoberfest, goes head-to-head with a previous champion, Listermann Festbier. After a close and tough decision, Sonder Oktoberfest narrowly takes the win, setting the stage for an exciting season of beer showdowns.

We also touch on the logistics and seeding process for this year's Oktoberfest Quest, aiming to make the competition as fair and exciting as possible. I share some behind-the-scenes updates about my ongoing efforts to streamline my extensive beer can collection and the installation of a new can crusher in my basement. This leads to a broader discussion about the challenges and joys of maintaining a beer-related website and the potential future expansion to include guest posts.

Finally, we wrap up with some personal updates, including the brewing of Big Cis at Darkness Brewing and a teaser for upcoming content on the blog and podcast. Despite the late start and a few technical hiccups, it's a packed episode full of beer talk, personal anecdotes, and a look ahead at what's to come in the world of The Weekly Pint. Cheers to a great Oktoberfest season!