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 86 episodes available.

Respecting the Beer episodes:

June 16, 2025 From Witches to Craft Brewing: Women Brewers in Modern History
From witch's brooms to prohibition flappers, women continue to have a huge impact on brewing. Joel takes us through more recent history of women in brewing, including shouting out women currently brewing great beer!
PATREON
Support the show! Get episodes one week early and exclusive beer releases! 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 Women in Brewing PART 2!
03:28 Impact of the Plague on Brewing
05:25 Commercialization and Standardization of Beer
13:58 The Witchcraft Connection
20:12 The Upstairs Transformation
20:24 Women in Beer Advertisements
21:09 Prohibition and Repeal Movement
22:05 The Role of Women in Brewing History
23:05 The Flapper Era and Women's Liberation
28:33 Craft Beer Movement and Women's Reassertion
29:44 Celebrating Women Brewers
33:11 Inclusivity in Craft Beer
37:45 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up
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CREDITS
Hosts:
Bobby Fleshman
Allison Fleshman
Joel Hermansen
Gary Ardnt
Music by Sarah Lynn Huss
Recorded & Produced by David Kalsow
Brought to you by McFleshman's Brewing Co
...more
39min
June 09, 2025 Women's Hidden Role in Brewing History
For a majority of history, women were the main brewers. Only within the last hundred years has the industry been dominated by men. What changed? Join historian Joel and the team as they dive into the millennia-old story of women in brewing, from ancient Sumer to the Enlightenment.
PATREON
Support the show! Get episodes one week early and exclusive beer releases! 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 to Respecting the Beer!
02:23 Women in Brewing History
04:37 Ancient Brewing Dominated By Women
08:13 Science, Religion, and Beer
11:00 Cultural Significance of Beer
16:16 Women's Role in Medieval Brewing
23:01 Monastic Brewing Practices
26:54 Physical Demands of Brewing
28:59 Hildegard of Bingen's Contributions
30:11 Why Women Were Phased Out
34:42 Hildegard's Legacy and Modern Brewing
38:03 Visit the Brewery and see the Prohibition Room!
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CREDITS
Hosts:
Bobby Fleshman
Allison Fleshman
Joel Hermansen
Gary Ardnt
Music by Sarah Lynn Huss
Recorded & Produced by David Kalsow
Brought to you by McFleshman's Brewing Co
...more
39min
June 02, 2025 From Farm to Pint w/ Riggs Beer Co - Part 2
The Riggs Brothers are back to discuss the unique aspects of Riggs Beer Company, including their use of locally-grown grains from their family farm, financial strategies, and their focus on sustainability with solar energy. They highlight the benefits of their location near a major university (University of Illinois) and the importance of keeping their farm and brewery operations financially separate.
Visit the Riggs Beer Company in Urbana, Illinois! https://www.riggsbeer.com/
PATREON
Support the show! Get episodes one week early and exclusive beer releases! 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 Financial Viability of Brewing vs. Farming
00:54 Convincing the Older Generation to Grow Beer...
05:47 Sustainability Efforts and Carbon Neutrality on the Farm
10:26 Location and Community Impact
14:39 Challenges and Unique Position in the Market
17:49 Come on out to Riggs Beer Company!
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CREDITS
Hosts:
Bobby Fleshman
Allison Fleshman
Joel Hermansen
Gary Ardnt
Music by Sarah Lynn Huss
Recorded & Produced by David Kalsow
Brought to you by McFleshman's Brewing Co
...more
25min
May 26, 2025 From Farm to Pint w/ Riggs Beer Co - Part 1
How crazy would it be grow your own grain for craft brewing AT SCALE? We talk with Matt and Darin Riggs of Riggs Beer Company about their decision to open a brewery on their family's farm. From convincing their parents to change crops to working with the agriculture department at the University of Illinois for developing grains, part one covers all the crazy.
Visit the Riggs Beer Company in Urbana, Illinois! https://www.riggsbeer.com/
PATREON
Support the show! Get episodes one week early and exclusive beer releases! 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 Meet the Riggs Brothers
01:34 The Unique Approach of Riggs Beer Company
03:37 Challenges and Rewards of Brewing with Homegrown Grains
04:10 Military Background and Brewing Journey
05:15 Sustainability and Agricultural Practices
12:06 Barley and Brewing Challenges
24:45 Corn and Brewing Innovations with U of I
29:01 Collaboration and Future Prospects
31:32 Conclusion and Next Episode Teaser
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CREDITS
Hosts:
Bobby Fleshman
Allison Fleshman
Joel Hermansen
Gary Ardnt
Music by Sarah Lynn Huss
Recorded & Produced by David Kalsow
Brought to you by McFleshman's Brewing Co
...more
34min
May 19, 2025 More Coal Innovations by Brewers w/ Dr. Anton Howes
The conversation with Dr. Anton Howes continues! We discuss the pivotal role brewers have played in technological advancements, the historical rise of coal, and the interconnectedness of beer, steam engines, and innovation.
PATREON
Support the show! Get episodes one week early and exclusive beer releases! 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 Coal's Role in Brewing History
00:32 Brewing and Technological Innovation
02:42 Steam Engines and Brewing
05:13 Origins of the Industrial Revolution
06:01 Roman Technology and Steam Engines
11:37 England's Economic Transformation
13:59 Coal and Steam Engine Development
17:42 Brewing Innovations and Thermometers
20:12 Conclusion and Podcast Information
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CREDITS
Hosts:
Bobby Fleshman
Allison Fleshman
Joel Hermansen
Gary Ardnt
Music by Sarah Lynn Huss
Recorded & Produced by David Kalsow
Brought to you by McFleshman's Brewing Co
...more
21min
May 12, 2025 The Real Reason Coal Become Popular w/ Dr. Anton Howes
What actually made coal a popular source of fuel? It's long been thought that it was Londoners looking to warm their home but Dr. Anton Howes has counter for that misconception! Gary, Joel, and Allison learn from historian Dr. Anton Howes the significant role that breweries played in the early adoption of coal. Part 1!
PATREON
Support the show! Get episodes one week early and exclusive beer releases! 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 Introduction and Guest Introductions
00:30 Special Guest: Dr. Anton Howes
00:49 The Role of Coal in the Industrial Revolution
02:04 Historical Adoption of Coal in Britain
03:58 Coal's Impact on Brewing
06:15 Technological Innovations in Brewing
10:52 Environmental and Economic Implications
12:15 The Significance of Brewing in the Elizabethan Age
24:53 Conclusion and Next Episode Teaser
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CREDITS
Hosts:
Bobby Fleshman
Allison Fleshman
Joel Hermansen
Gary Ardnt
Music by Sarah Lynn Huss
Recorded & Produced by David Kalsow
Brought to you by McFleshman's Brewing Co
...more
26min
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
Support the show! Get episodes one week early and exclusive beer releases! 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 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 Hermansen
Gary Ardnt
Music by Sarah Lynn Huss
Recorded & Produced by David Kalsow
Brought to you by McFleshman's Brewing Co
...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 one week early and exclusive beer releases! 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 Hermansen
Gary Ardnt
Music by Sarah Lynn Huss
Recorded & Produced by David Kalsow
Brought to you by McFleshman's Brewing Co
...more
31min
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 one week early and exclusive beer releases! 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 Hermansen
Gary Ardnt
Music by Sarah Lynn Huss
Recorded & Produced by David Kalsow
Brought to you by McFleshman's Brewing Co
...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 one week early and exclusive beer releases! 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 Hermansen
Gary Ardnt
Music by Sarah Lynn Huss
Recorded & Produced by David Kalsow
Brought to you by McFleshman's Brewing Co
...more
31min

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How many episodes does Respecting the Beer have?

The podcast currently has 86 episodes available.

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