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Brews, Beards, & Shipwrecks
by Jamey Bennett
Because everyone has a story. A podcast focused on music, culture, beer, beards, faith and doubt. brewsbeards.substack.com
Episodes
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Ep. 76: Joey the Jerk: LA Symphony till the Casket Drops
New episode out now on Spotify, YouTube, and Substack! Well, we finally got the one and only Joey the Jerk (of LA Symphony) to sit down with me and Nomadik Vagabond. If you were bumping underground hip-hop in the late 90s and early 2000s, you already know the vibe. LAS wasn't just a crew; they…
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Ep. 76: The Return of the Mics: Brews, Beards, & Shipwrecks is Back (And Yes, I Smell Like Beef)
It’s been a minute. Okay, it’s been more than a minute. July 2025 was the last time we actually dropped a proper episode of Brews, Beards, & Shipwrecks. But the mics are hot again, the recording light is blinking, and I’m back with my man Nomadik Vagabond to catch up on everything we’ve missed.…
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Ep. 75: Jamey Bennett: Summer of the Cicadas Revisit on Indie Music Live with Chunjay
Greetings y'all! On this episode we are running an interview Chunjay did on a podcast called Indie Music Live! They discuss the Summer of the Cicadas album and play a few songs as well. This gives Chunjay a chance to talk about the writing process of the album as well as the history of Royal...
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Ep. 74: Q-Unique: Brooklyn Bars, Arsonist Anthems, and Spiritual Rhymes
On this episode of BBS Podcast, we link up with Q-Unique, a true underground hip-hop legend straight outta Brooklyn. From his days rippin mics with the Arsonists to droppin solo joints and exploring spiritual vibes, Q’s story is a masterclass in staying rooted while branching out. We dig into his...
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Ep. 73: Braille: Spitting Truth in Hip-Hop & Answering the Calling of a Pastor (Even When It Hurts)
Hey lil homies! This week on the BBS Podcast, we chop it up with the one and only Braille, a hip-hop heavyweight who’s been holdin it down in the game for years. From his early days crafting high-octane bars to his current role as a pastor, Braille’s journey is a testament to staying true to your...
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Ep. 72: Cookbook & Surebert: Mapping the Underground Between Two Cities—Portlangeles To The World!
Whaddup party people! We have our first ever hybrid episode! We had the pleasure of chopping it up with Cookbook of the legendary L.A. Symphony and producer extraordinaire Surebert! Combined they make the team of Portlangeles. While Cook was in Texas and Jamey was in Florida, Nomadik And Surebert...
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Ep. 71: Fred Lynch: Born with the Gift—to Rhyme to the Glory of God
Pioneer Christian hip-hop artist Fred Lynch (of Preachas, also known as Preachas in Disguise) joined Jamey for an illuminating conversation about the evolution of Christian rap and his groundbreaking work in the genre. Lynch reflected on his early days mixing hard-hitting beats with…
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Ep. 70: J.Rawls & Cas Metah: Rocking Studios, Stages and Classrooms
Ah yeah!! Back like we never left! On this episode we have an in depth discussion with Ohio mainstays J. Rawls and Cas Metah. We'd be lyin' to say we weren't geeked to talk to these dudes. I believe they set the bar when it comes to hustle and work ethic. So when we found they did an EP together...
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Ep. 69: Ohmega Watts: Beats, Rhymes, and (hope amidst the trials of) Life.
Greetings beautiful people of planet earth! Ya boys are back at it with a heater of an episode! We were blessed to have the opportunity to chop it up with the multidisciplined homie Omega Watts. Many know of him as a producer, MC, and DJ. In addition to these talents he is also and independent...
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Ep. 68: Colleen O'Farrell Pitts: Choosing to Be Happy No Matter What
This is an interview I did with my mother's mother, Grandma Colleen Pitts (O'Farrell) in 6 or 7 years ago. She died on February 14, 2024, and so now I'm releasing this episode in her honor. We discuss a variety of things—losing her husband to cancer, difficulties in families, depression, losing…
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Ep. 67: Illustrate of Shadow of the Locust on Life In Full Color
Whassup good people Happy new Year!! We're back like we never left! Hopefully y'all remember a few episodes back the we had on Jeremiah Dirt and Illustrate, well you can consider this part 2 where we chop it up with Illustrate solo and get to hear more of his story and why he does what he does.…
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Ep. 66: DJ Sean P & Royal Ruckus Mixtape: The Life Cycle of Man and Cicada
The Life Cycle of Man and Cicada By Joshua Gibbs and Jamey Bennett The average man knows little of cicadas, thinks rarely of cicadas. And yet on the rare occasion he hears the word “cicada,” his mind invariably drifts off into those few truths about the insects which he was taught in grade…
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Ep. 65: Major Chisholm: Creative Liberty, Beauty in the Struggle, & Life without Alcohol
Whaddup y'all? We hope everybody is doing just great! On this episode we had the pleasure of sitting down with Major Chisholm of Creative Liberty podcast. Major came on Jamey's radar through Whiskerino (which was a beard growing group, look it up if you don't know), and they further developed…
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Ep. 64: Sivion of Deepspace5: Maintaining Hope in the Face of Adversity
What's up good people! We got a treat for y'all on this episode. This one's been a long time comin', but without further delay we present the multitalented Sivion of the legendary Deepspace 5 crew! As you'll be able to hear, we really enjoyed this conversation! We kicked this one off with what we...
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Ep. 63: Illustrate and Jeremiah Dirt: Hip-Hop, Beards, and a Mighty Army Cometh
What up family?! We hope y'all have been enjoying your summer! Over here we've been soaking it up! On this episode we have a dope conversation with Illustrate and Jeremiah Dirt of Shadow Of The Locust. We get to talk about Illustrate coming into SOTL and his history in hip-hop. Jeremiah drops…
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Ep. 62: Johnny Anomaly: Healing with Spoken Word.
Welcome back people! Forgive the hiatus! We know it's been a hot minute since you've heard from us, but the wait is worth it! We got some heat to make the summer just a little bit hotter! We're kicking off this episode with the longest intro we've ever had wit Jamey and Nomadik chopping it up…
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Ep. 61: Creative Coping: Johnny Anomaly and Jamey discuss authenticity, depression, and faithfulness in the struggle
Greetings beautiful people! On this episode we're playing an interview Jamey did on the Creative Coping podcast with Johnny Anomaly in September 2019. Jamey shares how he got into hip-hop, the current state of the genre and his thoughts on it, as well as the art of storytelling in hip-hop and the...
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Ep. 60: Elissa Bjeletich Davis on Loss, Love...and Life after Divorce
We should call this episode 4th Time's A Charm as this is the fourth time we have had the pleasure of talking with Elissa Bjeletich Davis, an author and fellow podcaster. She updates us on what's been happening with her since the last time she was on the show. We set it off getting right into…
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Ep. 59: World’s Okayest Episode: Jamey discusses songwriting and the creative process on the Jiggy Jaguar Show
Whaddup good people?! Hope the new year has been good for you so far. After a little time away to recharge and refresh, we're back with the first episode of 2023! On this episode we bring you and interview Chunjay did on a radio show called "The Jiggy Jaguar Show" on iHeart Radio. He discusses…
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Ep. 58: Nicole Roccas on Time, Trauma, Creativity, and Healing
Just like that we're back with a super fresh baked episode hot from the oven! On this episode we get to sit down with author, trauma-informed coach, and fellow podcaster Nicole Roccas. She takes the time to share with us how she got interested in the theme of time, how vast a subject it is, and…
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Ep. 57: Pastor Mike Landsman on Helping the Hurting through Chaplaincy, Church Relations, and Pastoral Care
Once again, Nomadik Vagabond here!!! What up beautiful people of the global sphere!!! We hope y'all had a great time giving thanks!! We got the pleasure of chopping it up with Mike Landsman, a pastor, hospital chaplain, and husband & father. He gives a glimpse into his daily routine as a hospital...
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Ep. 56: Everyday Orthodox pt.2: Jamey joins Elissa Bjeletich Davis to discuss, marriage, fatherhood, ”Bad Books Of The Bible”, and a deep dive into his faith journey.
What's up wonderful people, we hope y'all are well, happy and healthy! Did you dig the last episode? We hope so, because this episode is almost like part 2 of the last one. You know how sometimes you hear an episode of something and it leaves you wanting more? Well we got you covered. Back in...
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Ep. 55: Everyday Orthodox: Jamey joins Elissa Bjeletich Davis to discuss his journey to Orthodoxy, the Unexpected Joy EP, and faith & art
Greetings family! We hope y'all are living good!! On this episode we run an interview Jamey did on Everyday Orthodox, hosted by Elissa Bjeletich Davis, a show about regular people and their journey into the Orthodox Christian faith. Some are creatives, some are clergy, and many are regular people...
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Ep. 54: CookBook and Jamey: ”Oh Fiddlesticks, God Bless It!”
Yo, yo! What's up good people of planet earth!? We got another RARE conversation episode, and this one is super fresh. Before Cookbook started Felipes Garage with Murs and the newest iteration with King, E. Green, Adonis, and Nesto, and the short lived reintroduction of the reformed Really Tho!?!...
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Ep. 54: Nomadik Vagabond: Illect Mixtape Volume 2
What's up good people! On this episode we are just going to play some music. Hopefully y'all are acquainted with Illect recordings, if not you're going to be after this episode! This was my first endeavor into digital DJing. There are a few mistakes here and there, but overall I'm pretty proud of...
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Ep. 53: Rick Lee James on chaplaincy, music, and loving people like Mister Rogers did
Welcome good people we hope you're doing well! We're back atcha with a beautiful conversation with Rick Lee James. He's a worship music leader, singer, and songwriter, with his first album coming out in 1997. He's also a speaker, author, and host of the podcasts "Voices in My Head" and "Welcome…
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Ep. 52: Sojourn: Mics, Drums, & Beat Machines
Hello good people!! We’ve got a hot one for you !! On this episode we’ve got the multitalented MC, drummer, and producer….Sojourn! For those who know and don’t know he came up in the mid 90’s with The Tunnel Rats and of course his group Future Shock. We discuss what it was like being in a massive...
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Ep. 51: Nomadik and Chunjay discuss Brews, Beards, and well.....Shipwrecks
Nomadik and Chunjay get together to chat about Ukraine, life, baptisms, cussing, and a whole lot more. On this episode we have a “just the two of us” episode. Jamey and Nomadik take some time to catch up, check in and talk about some things that have been in our minds and hearts. We each brought…
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Ep. 50: Matt Wells: Monday Night Brews, Beards, Brews, Shipwrecks & Brews
Hello Beautiful People! We got an UNRELEASED pre-pandemic episode! This one comes from back in 2017. Jamey sits down with Matt Wells at Monday Night Brewing in Atlanta, GA. Matt is a friend of Greg "Manchild" Owens of the legendary crews, Mars Ill and Deepspace5. After the three of them were...
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Ep. 49: Paul Robertson: Drums, Rums, & Shipwrecks
What up good people!!! It's 2022 and we are alive and well!* We hope you are living blessed! On this episode we our joined by Paul Robertson of the Drums & Rums podcast. As many know Chunjay and Nomadik Vagabond are both drummers, so it only seemed natural to have a fellow drummer, imbiber (is…
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Ep. 48: Mary Daniels: Bakersfield history, the importance of family, and finding joy in adversity
Today we bring you an episode with my Great Grandmother's sister, Mary Daniels. Born in 1907, she faced many difficulties in her life, all of which she tackled with joyful determination. A self-less woman, she exemplifies kindness and contentment in ways that are rarely seen. We have a special...
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Ep. 47: Carlos Aguilar of Mestizo Coffee on the intersection of Religion, Philosophy, and Coffee
What is up beautiful people!!! We got a treat for you!! We had the pleasure of chopping it up with Carlos of Mestizo coffee. This episode was a combination of fun and depth. We went deep but still had plenty of laughs. He shared with us his journey into faith by way of evangelical Christianity in...
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Ep. 46: Raphael Fiedler of Orthodox Review discusses book reviews, battling depression, and the importance of a name
Yo yo! What's up good people of planet Earth!?! We hope y'all livin' good and healthy. In this episode we get to sit down with our good friend Raphael Fiedler of Orthodox Review. He discusses with us how he got started with his Youtube channel and how it has grown to what it is today. He shares...
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Ep. 45: Soup the Chemist on rap tours, building community with positivity, & putting Christian hip-hop on the map
What's up party people!! Hope y'all staying up!! This week we get to sit down with a living legend!! Listen Up! as we talk to the Saved Man in The Jungle as he talks about what feels like Phase III of his life and how he has been bringing Illumination on and off the stage with DJ'ing and his…
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Ep. 44: Vocab Malone (and Alberto) discuss hip-hop, street preaching, and interfaith encounters (sometimes with the Orthodox internet)
Vocab Malone used to rap with a lot of the same cats that Royal Ruckus ran with. He now talks to people about his Christian faith via livestream, and recently ruffled some feathers online with some Orthodox Christians. Jamey and Clayton have him on to get to know him and open a friendly...
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Ep. 43: What's up with these CICADAS? A round-up of interviews for the Summer of the Cicadas
The average man knows little of cicadas, thinks rarely of cicadas. And yet on the rare occasion he hears the word “cicada,” his mind invariably drifts off into those few truths about the insects which he was taught in grade school: the cicada lives underground for seventeen years, emerges…
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Ep. 42: Jamey sits down with the Areopagus hosts Fr. Andrew Stephen Damick and Pastor Mike Landsman to talk about religious conversion, Mormonism, and a lot more
Greetings!! Welcome to another D.I.T.A (Diggin' In The Archives) episode. We take a step back in time to 2017 on Ancient Faith Radio's the Areopagus podcast, with Father Andrew Stephen Damick and Pastor Mike Landsman, where they interview Chunjay about his his family's history with the Mormon...
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Ep. 41: Sev Statik on fatherhood, being part of two rap super-crews, and navigating religion
What's up good people!! Glad to be back after some time away. A lot going on in both of our lives right now but, we're here and do we have a treat for you!! In the episode we sit down with the one and only Sev Statik of the legendary Tunnel Rats and Deepspace5 super-crews. On beards: "Mine was...
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Ep. 40: Joey the Jerk on rapping, not rapping, navigating conversations, and growing up in L.A.
Hello world! We got a fun filled episode that will have you laughing! This is an episode from the archives where Chunjay and Joey the Jerk (of L.A. Symphony) basically reverse interview each other and see how much they know about one another. We kick it off with Joey talking about how he doesn't...
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Ep. 39: Deacon Michael of Lawrence, KS on Living with Cancer, and Loving People and Reggae.
“Welcome back!! Sorry it’s been a while but trust us, it’s worth the wait!!!” This episode we have Father Deacon Michael Wilson who is a retired deacon in the Orthodox Christian Church. Listen in as he shares his journey to love. “The simple answer is Bob Marley” FD Michael shares his journey…
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Ep. 38: Jeremiah Dirt: Hip-Hop, Homelessness, and Hot Chocolate
Greetings wonderful people!! We hope you all have been well. We are extremely excited to bring you this episode with the one and only Jeremiah Dirt, the founding father of the Shadow of the Locust rap collective. "Definitely never got into beer, I always thought it tasted like pee pee." We start...
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Ep. 37: Quiet Entertainer: Covid, coffee, and cultivating relationships through intentional conversations
Greetings world!!! Happy New Year and we pray you're all in good health and bright spirits. On this episode we got the chance to sit down with Quiet Entertainer, a DJ, producer, musician and all around great guy. "I realized the lockdown took away my only social outlet, which was shows." We…
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Ep. 36: Pirate Monk Podcast: Authentic Brotherhood, Challenging Times, and the Holidays
On this episode we bring out a favorite interview Chunjay did on a segment of the Pirate Monk podcast a few years back. Chunjay discusses the challenges of tour life, and goes behind the music a bit. They also discuss the Samson Society and the importance of men supporting each other and speaking...
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Ep. 35: Alexandra Craig: Schooling during COVID, overcoming loss, & finding hope during the holidays
Welcome to another episode!! This week we talk with newly dubbed crew member Alexandra Craig, about dealing with the loss of her husband John “J-Qwess” Craig to cancer. He was also a friend of Chunjay’s, which makes this episode extra special. Listen as you get the deeper meaning of the…
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Ep. 34: The Chunjay Interview (The Jamey Bennett Interview)
Greetings people!!! Last week you got to get to know Nomadik Vagabond more. This week we turn the tables and Nomadik take the helm and interviews Chunjay. You might learn some things about him you didn’t know and maybe some things you already knew. As always thanks for listening, subscribe, rate,...
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Ep. 33: Nomadik Vagabond Interview
Greetings! This week in the first ever zoom-cast. Chunjay interviews new co-host Nomadik Vagabond. Listen in as you hear how he got on Chunjay's radar and what led him to being on the podcast. You'll also hear Nomadik's journey through life and spiritual seeking, as well as how he came to love...
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Ep. 32 - We're back! Let's get into the joys and Shipwrecks in Royal Ruckus songs...
Hey folks, It's been more than a minute since I've checked in and said hello. I'm sorry for my absence, but I've got to be honest, the things I've been doing have been quite excellent. For example, I got married, and that is incredible and required my full attention for quite some time! And sure,...
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Ep. 31 - Elissa Bjeletich talks with Jamey about raising kids, finding a church, and losing her infant son
Elissa Bjeletich on having kids, writing books, and losing an infant On being a podcaster On treatment for daughter’s cleft palate On being an author and speaker On converting to Orthodox Christianity “There is a lot to be said by just showing up.” - Jamey On infant death “Why would this happen?...
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Ep. 30 - Basil and Nicole Roccas join Jamey to discuss podcasting and what it means for a Christian to doubt God and work through struggles
Basil and Nicole Roccas join Jamey Bennett (Chunjay of Royal Ruckus) to discuss podcasting, what it means for a Christian to doubt God... Basil raps for us. On Podcasting. Finding and creating content for podcasts. Deciding to start a new podcast. Basil and Nicole explain what their podcast, Help...
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Ep. 29: Tim Trudeau of Syntax Creative
Tim Trudeau talks about the music business, anticipating growth and change in business, and the importance of great Mexican food, with Chunjay Tim is a GRAMMY-nominated producer and CEO of @SyntaxCreative. [UPDATE: What’s up with Royal Ruckus?] Catching up Featuring songs from Tim’s long history…
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Because everyone has a story. A podcast focused on music, culture, beer, beards, faith and doubt.
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