This week we are joined by Dean Pakinas from Swans Trail Farms. We hear about his life story as a father, wrestling coach and now, full time farmer (and still, father ;). We really enjoyed this discussion and hope you do as well!

Brews:

Apple Pie Sour by Claim 52 Brewing

S.S.B. BBA Imperial Stout by Skookum Brewery

From ICE walkouts to parenting cues, this episode correlates what is happening on a more national level, with what we might be seeing on a local level. Are you paying attention to markers in your children's behavior? When you see issues, do you first think of what you can be doing differently? We tackle all this (and more) on this fresh episode of welding defiance and obedience into one inseparable whole!

Brews:

Maltings Irish Ale by Sullivan Brewing Company

Speedway Stout Chocolate Pecan Pie Edition by Alesmith Brewing

In this episode we do a deeper dive into the issues going on with Minneapolis - or rather one of the issues. It's hard to say whether the immigration enforcement or the rampant fraud are bigger issues. We discuss issues relating to the Second Amendment, what's legal vs what is wise, and many other issues that the Alex Pretti shooting brings out.

Brews:

Chronocask BBA Imperial Stout by Skookum Brewery

Darker Persuasion Pastry Stout by Icicle Brewing

After we pour a beer, we get into what is happening in Minnesota with the ICE-related shootings and how that story has been developing. Do you occasionally take a left on a red arrow? We discuss our thoughts on that. Ha. The primary topic we dive into is indicators that maybe your children don't feel freedom to make their own decisions - even on trivial matters. As they get older, they need space to start making good - and bad - decisions on their own so you can help train them up before their leave your home. What are those indicators?

Beers:

Double Stack Imperial Stout with Coffee and Maple Syrup by Great Notion

Taddy Porter by Samuel Smith Old Brewery

Josh has a dream and feels compelled to share it with the listeners. We discuss the brewerys in the area that have a change of ownership. We also discuss how to help our children avoid pitfalls we might see in their future based on their frame and strengths or weaknesses. How do you do that without condemning them to that fate before those specific pitfalls arise? We also give some of our initial thoughts on the first "major" ICE shooting incident from a few weeks ago.

Brews:

Woodsman Porter by Ferment Brewing Company

Joyfully Stuf'T Imperial Barrel-Aged Stout by Prairie Artisan Ales

Minnesota has been poppin' off! It's the land of snow and crazy Karens these days. We recap the Christmas break and go over some recent events. Also, Pickle Beer (maybe) sounds like a great idea but it turns out that it can have a rather nasty flavor in beer.

Drinks:

King Nut Barrel-Aged Stout by Prairie Ales

Vodka, Gin, and Brandy by Bellewood Farms

Hold the Pickle Lager by Fort George Brewing

Merry Christmas from the Contraratics! Our topics span from bourbon-barrel-aged beer to feeding the homeless (however you decide to interpret that statement). Join us for a Christmas episode and may your table be full of mirth and celebration!

Beers

Sleigh Tipper Imperial Stout by Brothers Cascadia Brewing

Shadow Rising Barrel-Aged Stout by Skookum Brewing

As we approach Christmas, we continue to discuss ways that we fathers can mess it up with our own attitude and disposition. Are you not excited about the various social get-togethers over the Christmas season? Do you wish everyone would just leave you alone? Are you disappointed by the lack of theological sincerity expressed by your children? Get your soul on board before you ask the rest of the family to. Set the standard with your own actions.

Drinks

Angels Envy Triple Barrel Bourbon

Goose Island Bourbon County Barrel-Aged Stout (30 year edition)

#gratitude #feasting #theology #kuyperian #christmas #beerreview #protestanttheology #fatherhood #children #parenting

We recap our Thanksgiving celebrations and hone in on Christian celebrations as a broader category. Why can't Christians just celebrate without over-spiritualizing everything? At the same time, why do other Christians look just like the world when they party? What does a well-differentiated, Kuyperian celebration look like? Let's dive in.

Beers

Black Nitro Stout by Sullivan's Brewing Company

Joe-Joe Creme Stout by Hardwood Brewing

Happy (late) Thanksgiving from the Contraratics! Gratitude should be our default, as Christians. In fact, feasting should be a strategic anchor in the liturgy of our families and communities. We discuss how we can all be pushing ourselves individually to contribute to a culture of hospitality and feasting - that is, giving to one another through sacrifice.

Beers:

Ten Fiddy Barrel-Aged Stout from Oskar Blues Brewery

Hazelnut & Vanilla Barrel-Aged Cuvee from Fremont Brewing

#gratitude #feasting #theology #kuyperian #calvinist #beerreview #protestanttheology #fatherhood #children #parenting