Stubborn German Podcast

Stubbornfest is here!! On site at the brewery, we have live music, multiple guests, great food and bier, and more!

Stubbornfest is coming!! Tammy joins us to discuss the history of Stubbornfest, all the events and bands planned, Chris and Tammy's epic parties, and what the heck is a Beer Puppeteer?

Kevin Oeste takes the hot seat as we discuss how he got into broadcasting and muscle cars, Chris tries his hand at hosting the show, Kevin's time in Chi-caw-go, and Don't Be An Idiot

Carrie Koester of Barnside Flower Farm discusses how she started her cut flower business, growing up on Uncle Henry's farm, Chris's snowmobiles, and Tammy's idea to start flower delivery to the brewery

Bryan Schubert of Millpond Brewing & Incubator joins us, Starting a brewery during a pandemic, Many different styles of beer, Helping others brew their beer and start a business

Zac Hamilton of the Waterloo Municipal Band joins us to discuss the history and ins and outs of the Muny Band, find out about Chris's tuba from a famous Waterloo-ian, Tiptoe Through the Tulips tuba solo, and more

A Schnitt episode, Buffalo Trace flights on sale during Fair Week, Some new beers on tap, Chris and Tammy are part of the Certified Independent Craft Brewers Association, Come on out and support the local fair AND your local businesses

Scott Wheatley is an old friend (and former Ferm V.P. and BWS member) who joins us to catch up with Chris, talk about his painting the brewery during construction, how Scott met Chris at one of his Brew Days, why Chris hates his Blueberry Wheat, a tank full of Spud Light, and Scott's Bourbon beer killed it!

Brad Keim joins us to discuss his artwork for the Stubborn German cans (and bathrooms and even the podcast), His work as the high school art teacher, painting the mural on the building, And beer pull tabs!

Tammy is our first return guest, and joins us to talk about early brewery stories, How they chose the building, Chris trying to change the law, Family and friends helping, "I just wanna make beer." -- Chris