Episode 158 - w/ Nick and Joe from The 'Hopin' We're Drinking' Podcast

In episode 158 of the Taproom Podcast, host Mike sits down with Joe and Nick from the Hopin' We're Drinking podcast as they near their one-year anniversary. The trio talk about how the show began via social media and virtual happy hours, the challenges of launching a podcast, and the pair’s focus on homebrewing stories that connect listeners around the world. Guests discuss favorite episodes, regional beer trends from West Virginia to Waikiki, can’t-miss beers they always keep on hand, and their plans to revisit past guests and expand internationally. Topics covered include podcasting tips for beginners, guest booking and scheduling, the therapeutic power of conversations over beer, collaborations, and the welcoming craft-beer community. Joe shares his background as a retired Coast Guard member now working at Waikiki Brewing, while Nick explains how the show evolved into its current format. Expect laughs, beer talk, rapid-fire questions, and encouragement for listeners to support local breweries and try homebrewing themselves.