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Attenuation: A Beer Podcast
by Jason and Stephen
A weekly beer podcast where two friends drink beer, discuss beer styles and trends, and ruminate on the meaning of life, AKA beer.
Episodes
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Ep. 116 - Non-Alcoholic Beer
The fastest growing sector of craft beer is not exactly what we expected. Non-alcoholic beer is popping up all over, with some of the biggest and best breweries joining in on the action. In this episode we share our thoughts on this trend, taste some examples, and discuss multiple NA brewing...
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Ep. 115 - 2025 Year in Review
Jason and Stephen crack open a new year by revisiting their favorite beers of 2025, how their tastes have changed, and the standouts that kept them coming back for more. Of course there were plenty of barrel-aged stouts and hazy IPAs, but there are also a few fun surprises. It’s a fun, flavorful...
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Ep. 114 - The True Cost of Craft Beer
With the price of seemingly everything going up, it's easy to get lost in the cost of our hobby. In this episode, Jason uses his Excel expertise to breakdown those costs to help us truly decide where we should be spending our hard-earned dollars. Also, we catch up on multiple recent beer stories...
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Ep. 113 - pH1 Barrel
We're back! After a bit of a hiatus, your hosts return with a discussion of the mystical, magical pH1 barrel that has shaped many American sour beer programs. Also, a recap of the Weldwerks Invitational beer festival and a white whale wild ale tasting you won't want to miss. Cheers! Beer Tasting:...
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Ep. 112 - Deep Dive: New Glarus Brewing Co.
Your hosts return this week with their favorite type of episode: the Deep Dive. This one focuses on the Wisconsin sweethearts at New Glarus Brewing. It is a beautiful history of family, community, and passion that just might be the best story in modern-day craft beer. Also, Jason swears off Total...
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Ep. 111 - 2024 Year in Review
This last year had some great beer highlights, but the overall trends for craft beer are changing. Join your hosts as they discuss these new trends and reminisce on some memorable moments of 2024 while looking forward to another great year of drinking craft beer in 2025. Beer Tastings: Jason -...
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Ep. 110 - Chicago Beer Adventure
The boys are back from their quick trip to ChicagoLand where they tackled an overwhelming list of breweries and beers, much to the detriment of their livers. Join them as they recap the trip and its many highlights. Also, Texas Beer Fest preview and bottle share stories. Beer Tastings: Jason - BA...
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Ep. 109 - Deep Dive: Side Project Brewing
Join your hosts this week as they drink beers and discuss the cool story behind St. Louis' Side Project Brewing and its highly decorated and sought-after beers. Plus the latest beer news and your hosts talk about their upcoming beer-venture to Chicago. Beer Tastings: Jason - 27th Anniversary Ale,...
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Ep. 108 - A Deal With The Devil
Your hosts convene over the same microphone this episode to try the rare and expensive A Deal With The Devil barleywine from Anchorage Brewing. Is it worth the hype and the price? Also, Anchor is saved again and the hosts lay out their plan for the Firestone Walker Invitational. Beer Tasting: A...
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Ep. 107 - White Whales: Revisited
With their Top 10 Beers updated, it was time to update another list: White Whales. Your hosts review their old lists to find out which whales were caught and add new, rare, hard-to-find beers that are still at large. Also, more podcast magic, Jason's trip to Calgary, and the Pliny economic report.
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Ep. 106 - Interview with The Brewer's Daughter: Renee DeLuca
Renee DeLuca, daughter of New Albion Brewing founder Jack McAullife, joins the podcast to tell her story of the man and the beer that sparked a craft beer revolution. Beer Tastings: Stephen - SMaSH IPA: Mackinac Hop, 512 Brewing, Austin, TX. Style: IPA Renee - Old Speckled Hen, Moreland Brewing,...
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Ep. 105 - Top Ten Beers: Revisited
It has been three years since the podcast started so your hosts decided it was time to revisit their top 10. There are definitely some surprises! Also, World Beer Cup awards, Ballast Point news, and Stephen pre-games with a high ABV stout. Beer Tastings: Jason- Transatlantique Kriek, New Belgium...
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Ep. 104 - Biotransformation
The boys are back with a hot new topic in the world of craft beer brewing. Biotransformation is an innovative tool being used by breweries to unlock new flavors. Also, Jason drinks a whale and Steve tries some of Tennessee's best beers. Beer Tastings: Jason - Barrel-aged Unicorn Tears, Fremont...
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Ep. 103 - Beer Labels: Adjuncts, Additives, and Disclosures
With the Reinheitsgebot fully in the past, the number of adjuncts and additives in beer has steadily increased. As far as labeling goes, what does and doesn't have to be disclosed is sometimes a gray area. Join your hosts this week as they discuss some of these labeling requirements. Also, Jason...
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Ep. 102 - Goose Island and Bourbon County Stout
Stout season is here and Goose Island's Bourbon County Stout continues to excite with its annual release of barrel-aged variants. Join your hosts as they try a few while discussing the history and hype of this Chicago brew. Also, Jason reveals a new drinking philosophy and Stephen learns the real...
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Ep. 101 - Deep Dive: New Albion Brewing
There is always a first, and when it comes to modern American craft beer, it doesn't get much earlier than New Albion Brewing. Join your hosts this week as they discover the roots of the beer that inspired a revolution. Also, best beers of 2023, Texas beer fest, and a Fat Tire parody. Beer...
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Ep. 100 - The First 100
100 Episodes?? What?? Join your Attenuation hosts as they celebrate this significant milestone with an epic beer tasting, some wild rants, and a fond look back over the first 100 episodes. Beer Tasting: Assembled Armor, Melvin Brewing, Eureka, MO. Style: BBA Barleywine/Stout Blend with Sesame...
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Ep. 99 - Odds and Ends: Catching Up
After an elongated break, your hosts play catch-up with multiple beer news topics including taproom openings, the 2023 BCBS lineup, new Tavour frustrations, and upcoming beer festivals. Plus, the pair gears up for recording episode 100 when Stephen visits Jason in California. Beer Tastings…
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Ep. 98 - Deep Dive: The Bruery
This week, your hosts return to one of their favorite episode formats, as California's The Bruery gets the deep dive treatment. Also, ChatGPT's beer knowledge is tested and a Tavour box is lost. Beer Tastings: Jason - Cinnamonstah, Wiley Roots Brewing, Greeley, CO. Style: Imperial Stout Stephen -...
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Ep. 97 - Firestone Walker Invitational
The boys are back with a new episode and a review of Stephen's recent trip to the Firestone Walker Invitational Beer Festival in Paso Robles, CA. Plus they discuss brewery franchises, the death of the growler, and how subscriptions are ruining everything. Beer tastings: Jason - Naaner, Cycle...
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Ep. 96 - Babies and Beers
Baby has arrived safely and Jason is officially a father! Naturally, your hosts catch up on some recent beer news and updates and chat about parenthood. Also, Stephen gets a beer job and Jason gets back to his stout drinking ways. Beer Tastings: Jason - As Above So Below, Mortalis Brewing, Avon,...
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Ep. 95 - News and Updates
With Jason on official Baby Watch 2023, your hosts take the opportunity to muse on some current events and updates in the craft beer world before going on a short hiatus from podcasting. Join them as they discuss things like Athletic Brewing's lofty goals, AB-InBev's decision to close Platform...
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Ep. 94 - "Free" Beer
Everyone loves free beer, right? Join your hosts this week as they discuss gluten-free and alcohol-free beers. Also, Stephen gets exclusive beer festival tickets on a whim, and Jason announces a historic beer merger. Beer Tastings: Jason - Reve, Parish Brewing, Broussard, LA. Style: Coffee Stout...
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Ep. 93 - Homebrewing Laws
Is Jimmy Carter the greatest President of all time? If you really love craft beer, the answer might be yes. Join your hosts today as they look back on how the legalization of homebrewing created the landscape for today's craft beer scene. Also, an examination of some strange state regulations on...
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Ep. 92 - Beer Cocktails
Looking for a fun new way to enjoy a beer? Look no further than this week's episode as your hosts search for the best and most interesting beer cocktails. From adding sweet stuff, mixing beer styles together, and throwing some hard liquor in, there are many creative ways to enjoy your brews.…
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Ep. 91 - Deep Dive: Barleywine
With a renewed resolve to drink more barleywines in 2023, your hosts decide to look at the history of this niche style. Is it just a new name for an old beer or has it successfully created a whole new genre? And how has the American Craft Beer revolution made it it's own? Also, Stephen recounts a...
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Ep. 90 - Social Media Wars
We have all had a few embarrassing moments when our social media activity got a little out of hand. This week, your hosts discuss a few funny, interesting, and cringe-worthy social media interactions from the beer world. Also, look out as the grammar police take over post-scripts, and be sure to...
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Ep. 89 - Attenuation Wrapped: 2022
After a 4-week hiatus, your hosts are back, starting the new year and new season with a wrap-up of 2022. Both hosts share what they learned and, more importantly, what beers they tasted and loved over the last year. Also, brewery visits, brewery mergers, and a very sad recipe change. Beer…
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Ep. 88 - Bottle Societies and Beer Clubs
As breweries work to earn your business, they have developed reward programs, beer clubs, and exclusive bottle memberships to create interest and brand loyalty. Join your hosts this week as they drink beer and try to evaluate the benefits of these programs. Also, new Two-Hearted beers, credit...
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Ep. 87 - Odds and Ends
Upcoming beer releases and festivals. Epic beer rants. Stacked beer fridges. Homebrewing fails. This episode has it all. Join your hosts as they drink beer, get tipsy, laugh at themselves, and check off their list of random craft beer odds and ends. Beer Tastings: Jason - Uva Bruja, Almanac...
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Ep. 86 - Brewery Highlight: Martin House Brewing
There's a brewery in Fort Worth, TX that is intent on keeping it fresh, regardless of the consequences. Join your hosts as they highlight Martin House's history and very strange lineup of beers. Also, Jason pits two white whales against each other and Stephen gives a masterclass on changing your...
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Bonus: Thanksgiving Toast 2022
Bonus episode just for your holiday weekend listening pleasure! Join your hosts for a short toast and a tasting of the 2022 Atrial Rubicite from Jester King Brewing.
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Ep. 85 - Why Water Matters
It makes up 90-95% of your beer but out of all the ingredients in beer water seems to get the least attention. Join your hosts this week as they shine a spotlight on this underrated player that affects both the flavor and the expression of flavors in your favorite brews. Also, the Mandela effect,...
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Ep. 84 - Aging in Bourbon Barrels
Aging beers in wood is as old a practice as making beer itself, but access to bourbon barrels in the United States gave the modern American brewers a new tool for creating some of the most coveted beers on the planet. This week, your hosts look to the beginning days of this aging trend and find…
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Ep. 83 - Deep Dive: Dogfish Head
In the early days of the American Craft Beer revolution, one brewery stood out as the most willing to push the boundaries of beer by brewing ancient styles and experimenting with strange ingredients. Join us this week as we discover the roots of Dogfish Head Brewing and learn more about their...
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Ep. 82 - The Birth of Smoothie Sours
It is impossible to be in this hobby and not be aware of the latest trend dominating the craft beer scene. Smoothie sours and pastry-style beers are everywhere and most likely here to stay. This week your hosts try to pinpoint the birth of these styles and help you find the best ones. Also, Jason...
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Ep. 81 - The Value of GABF
The Great American Beer Festival has different meaning and value depending on the person. The consumers, the breweries pouring, and the brewers entering their beers into the competition all have a stake in the game. Join your hosts as they look at the possible ROI of the GABF and why it is or…
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Ep. 80 - Great American Beer Festival 2022
The whirlwind weekend of GABF 2022 in Denver, CO is in the books and your hosts were able to attend two of the sessions. They record together in the same room for the first time to bring you all the highlights and experiences from the biggest beer festival in the country. They also report back…
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Ep. 79 - Hangover Cures
We all drink a little too much sometimes. And with the Great American Beer Festival just a week away, your hosts are looking for any way to avoid the hangover that will inevitably follow. Join them as they discuss some scientific (and not so scientific) methods to prevent and mitigate those nasty...
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Ep. 78 - Deep Dive: Russian River Brewing
It's not possible to tell the story of modern craft beer without Vinnie and Natalie Cilurzo and their famous Russian River Brewing. Join your hosts this week as they give a brief history of this brewery and share how important it has been to their own craft beer journeys. Also, Jason shares his...
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Ep. 77 - GABF 2022 Tactical Plan
The 2022 Great American Beer Festival is right around the corner and the beer list has been officially released. Join your hosts this week as they begin their neurotic plan to taste as many great brews as possible. Also, Modern Times and Maui Brewing officially unite under one name, Stephen...
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Ep. 76 - Hop Harvest
September is in full swing which means so is the hop harvest in Yakima Valley, WA. Join your hosts this week as they share some fun facts about hop farming and excitedly anticipate the fresh hop beers that will be pouring soon. Also, Jason recalls his sneakerhead days, Stephen seems to get drunk...
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Ep. 75 - Deep Dive: Flemish-Style Ales
Two darker sour styles originated from the Flemish-speaking area of Northern Belgium called Flanders. This week, your hosts dive into the history and brewing processes of both the Flanders Red and Oud Bruin styles. Also, Jason drinks a white whale beer to cure his bad mood and Stephen eavesdrops…
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Ep. 74 - What's Up With New Jersey
Seriously! What is going on in the Garden State? With new unfriendly brewery laws taking effect this summer, it's easy to wonder if they have lost their minds or are there more sinister motives behind all this? This week, your hosts give their theories and reactions to these bizarre regulations....
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Ep. 73 - Deep Dive: Dark Lagers
Following up on the recent Deep Dive into the light lager styles, your hosts go back a little further in time to the original lager styles such as Dunkel, Schwarzbier, and Rauchbier. Also, your hosts preview some of the GABF breweries, breakdown internet beer memes, and discuss their Cicerone...
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Ep. 72 - The Other Things We Drink
You may be surprised to find out that your hosts sometimes drink beverages other than beer. So they dedicated a whole episode to all the other things that they drink with a few tie-ins, of course, to beer. Also, Stephen's Storytime segment sparks a discussion of fridge design and Jason teaches us...
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Ep. 71 - Deep Dive: Pale Lagers
It took 70 episodes, but the Attenuation team finally decided to dive into the world's most popular beer style, the Pale Lager. Learn with your hosts as they explore the (drunk?) history of this crisp, refreshing style that has come to dominate in every corner of the earth. Also, Jason tries two...
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Ep. 70 - Bottle Shares
Ever wonder what the craft beer equivalent to a book club is? It's a bottle share. Join your hosts this week as they discuss these exclusive meet-ups and some of the do's and don'ts of attending. Also, Stephen loses a large portion of his fancy beer and Jason reveals what your Christmas…
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Ep. 69 - Glassware
Beer snobs everywhere agree that beer just tastes better when poured into a glass. But with so many different styles of craft beer available, it's also important to choose the right glassware. Join your hosts as they discuss different shapes and sizes of beer glasses and when to use each one.…
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Ep. 68 - Deep Dive: Stone Brewing
As the ninth biggest craft brewery, Stone has certainly made a name for itself and become a titan of craft beer from its very humble San Diego roots. But with their recent sale to Japanese beermaker Sapporo, Stone becomes another large craft brewery to fall to the macro beer companies. Join your...
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A weekly beer podcast where two friends drink beer, discuss beer styles and trends, and ruminate on the meaning of life, AKA beer.
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Attenuation: A Beer Podcast is created and hosted by Jason and Stephen.
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