What’s brewing, ATX?

When you think of a traditional bar setting, a non-alcoholic approach isn't the first thing that comes to mind.  Well, Chris Marshall has something to say about that.  Chris started the first non-alcoholic bar in Texas and has a goal to expand the concept nationwide.  Tune in as we interview the owner and founder of Sans Bar share his vision of how he plans to revolutionize the way bars operate for those looking for a sober option!

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Andreas Zaloumis joins us today to share his story about launching an online coffee business amidst the COVID Pandemic.  With online retail booming, he capitalized on a market that was in need of some delicious coffee options.  Based out of Waco, THRST Coffee is available online and ready to be the newest member of your morning routine.

Be sure to connect with THRST Coffee

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When Chris Seals was approached by his retired father to help concoct a craft whiskey, he agreed with the expectation that it would likely be a short-lived venture.  Little did he know he would not only create a delicious spirit, but it would lead to Chris opening a craft distillery of his own in the capital city of Texas!  Still Austin Whiskey Company is carving the way for whiskey creators in the state of Texas.  Using 100% Texas grown grains, Still takes pride in staying true to their roots and delivering a deliciously smooth whiskey!

Check them out on Instagram: @still_atx

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In 2019, hard seltzer was a $3.2B industry.  The father-son Duo, Austin and Austin Pittman, saw a gap in that market for a seltzer with high quality ingredients that tasted refreshing.  Enter Blue Norther...launched in the summer of 2020, amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, Blue Norther is looking to make some noise in the hard seltzer market, and this delicious beverage will likely see success for years to come!

Follow Blue Norther on Instagram: @drinkbluenorther

Connect with the hosts! 

Ian Grossman: https://instagram.com/realestate_atx

Greg Carlson: https://instagram.com/gregcarlson

Jonathan Ratcliff: https://instagram.com/jratcliff15

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Connect with us on social! Instagram: https://instagram.com/whatsbrewingatxFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/whatsbrewingatx1/ Connect with the hosts! Ian Grossman: https://instagram.com/realestate_atxGreg Carlson: https://instagram.com/gregcarlsonJonathan Ratcliff: https://instagram.com/jratcliff15

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While the Austin real estate market is one of the hottest in the country, it's very important to be educated on how to invest properly.  Join in as the guys share 5 tips you must know before pouring your money into this rapidly growing city!

While the Austin real estate market is one of the hottest in the country, it's very important to be educated on how to invest properly.  Join in as the guys share 5 tips you must know before pouring your money into this rapidly growing city!

On this episode, we drank a newcomer to the hard seltzer game, Blue Norther.  This stuff is homegrown here in the ATX and their Wild Blackberry is delicious!

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While the COVID-19 Pandemic has kept schools from reopening their doors, teachers have been working all summer long to ensure their students are getting the quality instruction they deserve.  While virtual learning is tough enough as it is, imagine teaching physical education to a class of students through your computer screen...Enter Tracey Naumann, PE teacher at Woolridge Elementary in North Austin.  Tracey is working tirelessly to build a virtual curriculum so all of her students receive top-notch physical education instruction while learning from home.  Tune in to hear what's happening behind the scenes for teachers all over the country and right here in the ATX.

Greg and Ian visited Try Hard Coffee Roasters earlier in the day to see what all the hype was about for this new coffee and pastry shop in E. Austin.  Located on E. 11th Street THCR offers a variety of coffee drinks, including 2 varieties of Cold Brew (Ian's favorite) and signature drinks in collaboration with Big Swig, another local company to ATX.  Don't forget to test out their homemade pastries and tacos!

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Jeremy Davis, owner of TruFusion South Austin, joined us in March 2019 before the studio opened.  He shared his story and talked about goals for the new gym concept hitting the scene in Austin.  Well, Jeremy joins us again to share how they crushed membership numbers in the first 9 months in business before they were forced to shut down by the COVID-19 Pandemic.  Jeremy talks about successes from the first 9 months and how they've had to pivot during these tough times to stay afloat.  TruFusion has lots of safety measures in place to ensure their members feel comfortable hitting the gym again, so check out their Instagram from updates as they plan to reopen on August 1, 2020.

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Brandon Chambers aka "Chambers" has always loved basketball.  During his days as a student at VCU, he wanted to find a way to get more involved with the Men's Basketball program, so he became a student manager.  Little did he know, VCU was about to go on a historic run to the Final Four, and Chambers was along for the ride.  He's continued his journey with various coaching positions, but is now the assistant coach at Texas Southern University.  Hear Chambers' story and what drives him to excel as a coach, but more importantly create a bond with his players that will impact their  lives beyond basketball!

Chambers also shares some of his top book recommendations and shares a strategy that allows him to get the most out of every book he reads.

Connect with Chambers!

Twitter: @chambershoops

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