Respecting the Beer

By McFleshman's Brewing Co

The smartest podcast for nerdy brewers and beer lovers in under thirty minutes.

Hosted by owners of McFleshman's Brewing Co, Bobby and Allison Fleshman with special apparances from Ciceron and histor... more

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How many episodes does Respecting the Beer have?

The podcast currently has 70 episodes available.

Respecting the Beer episodes:

May 05, 2025 How a Brewery Prepares for Festival Season
Timing is everything for a brewery. Bobby, Allison, and Joel give Gary the low down on how McFleshman's prepares for summer and fall festivals, making sure they have the right beer for the right day. All while preparing to expand the brew room and what's on tap!
PATREON
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FACEBOOK GROUP
Got a question about beer or just want to get social? Join the RtB Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/respectingthebeer
EMAIL
Got a question? Email us at [email protected]
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TIMELINE
00:00 Let's Talk Beer Festivals
03:08 Challenges of Brewing Seasonal Beers
04:36 The Importance of Lagering
09:52 Balancing Supply and Demand
17:18 Upcoming Events and Final Thoughts
17:56 McFleshman's Bday and 547 Day Celebrations
19:17 Supplying the 547 Dealer
20:28 Recognizing Regulars and Community Support
24:03 Challenges in Beer Production and Scheduling
27:42 Belgian Beers and Quick Turnarounds
29:35 Future Expansion: Beer and Building
33:41 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
Mentioned in this episode:
Gary's Everything Everywhere Daily - 5 Year Anniversary
Come and join the party to celebrate Gary's podcast turning 5. RSVP here -> https://www.facebook.com/share/1HvAwzVVZ4/
...more
35min
April 28, 2025 The History and Purpose of Beer Gardens
How did beer gardens come to be and what makes them an integral part of brewing culture? Allison, Bobby, and Joel teach Gary about the the history and science of biergartens and recount their own experience of building the McFleshman's beer garden.
PATREON
Support the show! Get episodes 1 week early and bonus merch: patreon.com/respectingthebeerpodcast
FACEBOOK GROUP
Got a question about beer or just want to get social? Join the RtB Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/respectingthebeer
EMAIL
Got a question? Email us at [email protected]
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TIMELINE
00:00 The History and Origin of Beer Gardens
02:35 The Science Behind Beer Gardens
04:43 The Evolution of Beer Gardens
07:13 Building of McFleshman's Beer Garden
12:08 DIY Efforts and Community Involvement
17:00 Gary's Prohibition Room Idea
17:19 Tapping into the Community Network
18:51 The Hop Trees Project
21:32 Beer Garden Enhancements
24:51 Ruining Allison's Financial Plans
26:34 Historical Pavers for the Beer Garden
29:45 Come visit the beer garden this summer!
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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
Mentioned in this episode:
Gary's Everything Everywhere Daily - 5 Year Anniversary
Come and join the party to celebrate Gary's podcast turning 5. RSVP here -> https://www.facebook.com/share/1HvAwzVVZ4/
...more
32min
April 21, 2025 The Art of Ale Sales w/ Stephanie Harvey
Stephanie Harvey of Stillmank Brewing shares embarassing stories of Bobby from her time marketing at McFleshman's and how she markets local beer to bars through personal connection.
In Green Bay for the draft? Stop by Stillmank Brewing for a Draft Day pint!
PATREON
Support the show! Get episodes 1 week early and bonus merch: patreon.com/respectingthebeerpodcast
FACEBOOK GROUP
Got a question about beer or just want to get social? Join the RtB Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/respectingthebeer
EMAIL
Got a question? Email us at [email protected]
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TIMELINE
00:00 Introducing Stephanie Harvey
00:30 From Fine Art to Beer Marketing
02:29 The Importance of Marketing in Brewing
05:28 Challenges and Strategies in Beer Sales
07:59 Beer Culture and Market Perception
13:54 McFleshman's USPs
15:53 Navigating the Craft Beer Space
17:34 The Importance of Local Beers
19:16 The Future of Craft Breweries?
25:01 Marketing Strategies for Small Breweries
29:54 Green Bay Draft Day Beer
32:39 Later Stephanie
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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
Mentioned in this episode:
Gary's Everything Everywhere Daily - 5 Year Anniversary
Come and join the party to celebrate Gary's podcast turning 5. RSVP here -> https://www.facebook.com/share/1HvAwzVVZ4/
...more
34min
April 14, 2025 The Shrink of Drink Returns w/ Eric Eastman
Eric Eastman, the Shrink of Drink, joins Gary, Allison, and Joel to discuss the psychological and sensory influences behind why we enjoy different types of beer. From nature versus nurture to sensory interaction, what makes your favorite brew, yours?
Listen to Eric's podcast, MysterE's Mysteries: https://lnns.co/pd75mUR1IS-
PATREON
Support the show! Get episodes 1 week early and bonus merch: patreon.com/respectingthebeerpodcast
FACEBOOK GROUP
Got a question about beer or just want to get social? Join the RtB Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/respectingthebeer
EMAIL
Got a question? Email us at [email protected]
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TIMELINE
00:00 Welcome the Shrink of Drink
01:42 The Science of Taste Preferences
04:22 Persuasion in Beer Enjoyment
07:35 The Role of Environment and Music
12:27 The Language of Taste
15:00 Blind Beer Tasting Experience
15:51 Understanding Beer Sensory Perception
16:32 The Just Noticeable Difference in Beer Tasting
18:10 Training for Beer Tasting
20:02 Comparing Beer and Wine
21:23 The Influence of Social Norms on Taste
22:29 The Most Expensive Beer in the World
27:42 The Power of Visual Appeal in Beer
30:09 Conclusion and Farewell
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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
Mentioned in this episode:
Gary's Everything Everywhere Daily - 5 Year Anniversary
Come and join the party to celebrate Gary's podcast turning 5. RSVP here -> https://www.facebook.com/share/1HvAwzVVZ4/
...more
32min
April 07, 2025 Protecting Water, Protecting Beer w/ John O'Boyle
John O'Boyle has many titles: Tony award winner, Olympians, McFleshman's regular. His favorite right now? Aqua Protector of Northeast Wisconsin.
John represents the Northeast Wisconsin Land Trust, a non-profit working to preserve the local water and land for future generation of beer drinkers.
Support the NEW Land Trust: https://www.newlt.org/
PATREON
Support the show! Get episodes 1 week early and bonus merch: patreon.com/respectingthebeerpodcast
FACEBOOK GROUP
Got a question about beer or just want to get social? Join the RtB Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/respectingthebeer
EMAIL
Got a question? Email us at [email protected]
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TIMELINE
00:00 Welcoming John O'Boyle
01:28 History of the Fox River and Clean Water Act
02:16 Northeast Wisconsin Land Trust
14:11 The 547 Float Experiment...
15:39 Discussing Hoppy Beers and Triple 547
16:30 The Impact of Honey on Beer
20:00 More Luker Faucets?
21:30 Favorite Beers and Beer History
23:29 Future of the NEW Land Trust
26:16 Support the Land Trust and Preseve Beer!
27:35 See you next week!
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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
Mentioned in this episode:
Gary's Everything Everywhere Daily - 5 Year Anniversary
Come and join the party to celebrate Gary's podcast turning 5. RSVP here -> https://www.facebook.com/share/1HvAwzVVZ4/
...more
29min
March 31, 2025 Behind the Barrels w/ the Barrel Broker, John Gill
Ever wonder where McFleshman's gets their barrels for cask aging? John Gill, the Barrel Broker, joins us to discuss the origins of his business, the evolution of barrel aging, and the intricacies of sourcing and selling barrels for wine, beer, and spirits.
Whatever kind of barrel you're looking for, reach out to the Barrel Broker!
Phone: (262) 236-9189
Website: https://barrelbroker.com/
PATREON
Support the show! Get episodes 1 week early and bonus merch: patreon.com/respectingthebeerpodcast
FACEBOOK GROUP
Got a question about beer or just want to get social? Join the RtB Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/respectingthebeer
EMAIL
Got a question? Email us at [email protected]
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TIMELINE
00:00 John Gill's Journey into Barrel Brokering
02:15 Early Challenges and Growth
07:22 Transition to Wisconsin and Business Evolution
12:18 Barrel Types and Clientele
15:05 The Importance of Barrel Quality
17:32 Wine Barrels vs. Spirit Barrels
28:45 Barrel Aging Techniques and Best Practices
30:52 Visit BarrelBroker.com
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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
Mentioned in this episode:
Gary's Everything Everywhere Daily - 5 Year Anniversary
Come and join the party to celebrate Gary's podcast turning 5. RSVP here -> https://www.facebook.com/share/1HvAwzVVZ4/
...more
33min
March 24, 2025The Low Down on Leinenkugels w/ Badger Beer Report
What the heck happened to Leinenkugels? What's gonna happen to your beloved Summer Shandy? Badger Beer Report's Chris Drosner and Landon Cerny give us the report about the recent shutting down of the original Chippewa Falls brewery and what Molson-Coors has in store for the brand.
Follow the Badger Beer Report:
Website: https://www.badgerbeerreport.com/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxI3oRDWGzeTMJJJjP4e0iA
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/badgerbeerreport/

Follow Chris Drosner:
Bluesky: https://web-cdn.bsky.app/profile/wibeerbaron.bsky.social

Follow Landon Cerny:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecerny/

PATREON
Support the show! Get episodes 1 week early and bonus merch: patreon.com/respectingthebeerpodcast
FACEBOOK GROUP
Got a question about beer or just want to get social? Join the RtB Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/respectingthebeer
EMAIL
Got a question? Email us at [email protected]
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TIMELINE
00:00 Welcoming Badger Beer Report
02:35 History of Leinenkugel's Brewery
04:08 Leinenkugel's Acquisition by Miller
09:51 Leinenkugel's Popular Beers and Innovations
19:58 Recent Developments and Brewery Closure
23:15 Impact on the Community and Future Speculations
30:54 Thanks to Badger Beer Report
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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
Mentioned in this episode:
Gary's Everything Everywhere Daily - 5 Year Anniversary
Come and join the party to celebrate Gary's podcast turning 5. RSVP here -> https://www.facebook.com/share/1HvAwzVVZ4/
...more
33min
March 17, 2025 Beer Tasting 201 w/ Professor Allison Fleshman
Welcome to science class! Professor Allison Fleshman teaches you all about the science behind tasting that pint in your hand.
This is a glimpse behind the curtain of McFleshman's Beer Academy! A in-person class with taste tests and fancy visuals.
Sign up for our next available class here: https://www.mcfleshmans.com/mcfleshmans-beer-academy/
PATREON
Support the show! Get episodes 1 week early and bonus merch: patreon.com/respectingthebeerpodcast
FACEBOOK GROUP
Got a question about beer or just want to get social? Join the RtB Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/respectingthebeer
EMAIL
Got a question? Email us at [email protected]
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TIMELINE
00:00 Intro to Beer Tasting
03:43 Experiment: Drink Beer With a Straw
08:24 Science of Beer Tasting 101
15:29 Aromatic Compounds: Terpenes
21:33 Yorkshire Round VS Tall Mast Taste Test
23:51 Mouthfeel: Carbonation, Viscoscity, and Aftertaste
30:02 Not that Kind of Chemist!
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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
Mentioned in this episode:
Gary's Everything Everywhere Daily - 5 Year Anniversary
Come and join the party to celebrate Gary's podcast turning 5. RSVP here -> https://www.facebook.com/share/1HvAwzVVZ4/
...more
34min
March 10, 2025 Charlie Bamforth Soliloquies About Beer Foam
Charlie Bamforth of Sierra Nevada Brewing and former professor at UC Davis talks to us about the importance of beer foam and who would be on his Mount Rushmore of Beer.
Hear the full conversation by subscribing to our Patreon!
PATREON
Support the show! Get episodes 1 week early and bonus merch: patreon.com/respectingthebeerpodcast
FACEBOOK GROUP
Got a question about beer or just want to get social? Join the RtB Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/respectingthebeer
EMAIL
Got a question? Email us at [email protected]
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TIMELINE
00:00 Welcoming Back Charlie Bamforth
01:03 The History of Beer and Brewing
07:35 The Importance of Foam in Beer
23:07 The Evolution of American Beer
24:43 Mount Rushmore of Craft Brewing
26:55 Conclusion and Farewell
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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
Mentioned in this episode:
Gary's Everything Everywhere Daily - 5 Year Anniversary
Come and join the party to celebrate Gary's podcast turning 5. RSVP here -> https://www.facebook.com/share/1HvAwzVVZ4/
...more
29min
March 03, 2025 Charlie Bamforth Lectures Us On Beer Being "Unhealthy"
The Pope of Foam graces us with an appearance! Charlie Bamforth, Bobby's mentor and current consultant for Sierra Nevada Brewing, joins us to talk about his career path and his view on low alcohol trends and beer being deemed "unhealthy."
PATREON
Support the show! Get episodes 1 week early and bonus merch: patreon.com/respectingthebeerpodcast
FACEBOOK GROUP
Got a question about beer or just want to get social? Join the RtB Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/respectingthebeer
EMAIL
Got a question? Email us at [email protected]
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TIMELINE
00:00 Bow your heads for the Pope of Foam!
00:56 Charlie Bamforth's pilgrimage to beer
02:46 Pretending we know soccer scores
04:08 Is beer really that unhealthy?
12:55 The French Paradox: Why is wine "healthy"?
23:06 Moderation and Dry January thoughts
25:38 Low alcohol beers trends
31:00 Charlie will be back next week!
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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
Mentioned in this episode:
Gary's Everything Everywhere Daily - 5 Year Anniversary
Come and join the party to celebrate Gary's podcast turning 5. RSVP here -> https://www.facebook.com/share/1HvAwzVVZ4/
...more
32min

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