PODCAST · society
Conversation on Tap
by Jose and Joel
Join us weekly as we enjoy a pint of beer, while engaged in an intelligent conversation.
Episodes
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Episode 65: We Get Schooled in Critical Race Theory
Welcome back to Conversation on Tap! In this episode, Jose and Joel discussed Critical Race Theory, a recent controversial subject, with guest Sam Rocha. But, first, Jose and Joel kicked back some beer crafted by Joel himself. This was a delicious an imperial ale with over 9% alcohol content. It...
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Episode 64: We Visit the Magic Kingdom
Welcome back to Conversation on Tap! In this episode, Jose is joined by his wife Christina to discuss their shared love of Disneyland. But, first, Jose and his wife Christina talked about what they were drinking. Christina was drinking a delicious mango White Claw, while Jose drank some Sierra...
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Episode 63: We Chat with Jeannie Gaffigan: Part 2
Welcome back to Conversation on Tap! In this episode, Jose is joined by the funny and faith-filled Jeannie Gaffigan to discuss her suffering from a brain tumor-- and how faith, family, and humor helped with her recovery. This is part two of our two-part conversation. But, first, Jose and his wife...
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Episode 62: We Chat with Jeannie Gaffigan: Part 1
Welcome back to Conversation on Tap! In this episode, Jose is joined by the funny and faith-filled Jeannie Gaffigan to discuss her life, her faith, her career, and more. But, first, Jose and his wife Christina talked about what they were drinking. Christina was drinking Sierra Nevada's…
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Episode 61: We are Anti-Racist
Welcome back to Conversation on Tap! In this episode, Jose has a conversation about racism against Asian Americans with Matt Kappadakunnel. But, first, Jose and his wife Christina talked about what they were drinking. Christina was drinking the delicious Fig Mountain Lizard's Mouth, while Jose...
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Episode 60: We Answer Deep Questions
Welcome back to Conversation on Tap! In this episode, Jose and Joel answered. But, first, Jose talked about drinking the delicious Fig Mountain Lizard's Mouth, while Joel talked about an Imperial Stout by Dustbowl. For their FRED Talks, Jose talked about the world's second oldest woman who…
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Episode 59: We Go Into the Storm
Welcome back to Conversation on Tap! In this episode, Jose and Joel interviewed David Lafferty to discuss the state of QAnon since the 2020 election. But, first, Jose talked about his guilty pleasure: White Claw. Joel talked about a delicious peanut butter beer that he made at home. For their…
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Episode 58: We are Up Too Late with Theresa Zoe Williams
Welcome back to Conversation on Tap! In this episode, Jose interviewed Theresa Zoe Williams, the host of the new Podcast Up Too Late. For the intro and outro, Jose is joined by his lovely wife Christina! But, first, Jose and Christina enjoyed some delicious White Claw, which has 5% alcohol by...
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Episode 57: We Talk Politics with Joe Payne
Welcome back to Conversation on Tap! In this episode, Jose interviewed Joe Payne, an independent journalist in Santa Maria. For the intro and outro, Jose is joined by his lovely wife Christina! But, first, Jose and Christina enjoyed some delicious White Claw, which has 5% alcohol by volume. For...
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Episode 56: We are Back!
Welcome back to Conversation on Tap! In this episode, Jose and Joel return from their hibernation to discuss what they have been up to these last few months. Unfortunately, this episode was recorded just before Thanksgiving-- and we are now posting in mid-January. We are hoping to get back into…
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Episode 55: We Smile With Pope Francis
Welcome back to Conversation on Tap! In this episode, Jose interviewed Paul Fahey, a contributor to Where Peter Is. For the intro and outro, Jose is joined by his lovely wife Christina! But, first, Jose and Christina celebrate the joyous return of Figueroa Mountain Brewing Company's Lizard's…
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Episode 54: We Redpill QAnon
Welcome back to Conversation on Tap! In this episode, Jose interviewed David Lafferty, a contributor to Where Peter Is. For the intro and outro, Jose is joined by his tocayo Jose Segura, who has been on the show many times! But, first, Jose and Jose chat about conspiracy theories, such as the…
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Episode 53: We Ain't Afraid of No Ghosts!
Welcome back to Conversation on Tap! In this episode, Jose interviewed Robin Shelby, the wonderful actress behind the iconic Slimer character from Ghostbusters 2. For the intro and outro, Jose is joined by Ramon Campoamor, the host of Dad's Podcast Project. But, first, Jose and Ramon chat about...
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Episode 52: We Consider Socialism: Part 2
Welcome back to Conversation on Tap! In this episode, Jose continues his discussion with Sam Rocha, an associate professor at the University of British Columbia, in Vancouver, Canada, to discuss socialism and his recent debate against Trent Horn on Catholic Answers. For the intro and outro, Jose…
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Episode 51: We Consider Socialism: Part 1
In this episode, Jose is joined by Sam Rocha, an associate professor at the University of British Columbia, in Vancouver, Canada, to discuss socialism and his recent debate against Trent Horn on Catholic Answers. For the intro and outro, Jose is joined by his wife Christina. But, first, Jose and...
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Episode 50: We Can't Breathe
In this episode, Jose and Joel pour themselves some delicious coffee and discuss the murder of George Floyd by Minnesota police officer Derek Chauvin. For their FRED Talks, Jose talked about the parallels between the killings of George Floyd and Jesus, and Joel used his time to discuss Mile's…
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Episode 49: We are Leaving for Viva Las Vegas
In this episode, Jose is joined by Ken Miller, the editor of Las Vegas Magazine, to discuss Las Vegas' plans for reopening in the midst of the Coronavirus. For the intro and outro, Jose is joined by his wife Christina. But, first, Jose and Christina chat about what they are drinking: Figueroa...
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Episode 48: We Distance Ourselves from Covidiots
In this episode, Jose and Joel are joined by Roger Hall to discuss the Trump presidency and the protesters of the Coronavirus protection guidelines. But, first, Jose and Joel chat about what they are drinking: Heineken and Blue Moon Belgian White. For their FRED Talks, Jose talked about the...
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Episode 47: We Support the Eugene Weekly
Welcome back to Conversation on Tap! In this episode, Jose and Joel are joined by Henry Houston to discuss journalism and writing for the Eugene Weekly. But, first, Jose and Joel chat about what they are drinking: Lagunitas IPA and St. Pauli Girl. For their FRED Talks, Jose talked about how…
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Episode 46: We Quarantine and Chill
Welcome back to Conversation on Tap! In this episode, Jose was joined by his wife Christina to discuss how they are entertaining themselves during the Coronavirus quarantine. But, first, Jose and Christina chat about what they are drinking: Modelo Especial. It goes down easy! For their FRED…
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Episode 45: We Chat With Councilwoman Gloria Soto
Welcome back to Conversation on Tap! In this episode, Joel and Jose were joined by Gloria Soto, a Santa Maria councilwoman, to discuss how the city is responding to the Coronavirus. Because of social distancing, this was our fourth episode to be recorded via Skype, so please bear with us as the...
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Episode 44: We Love Pope Francis
Welcome back to Conversation on Tap! In this episode, Joel and Jose were joined by Mike Lewis, the managing editor and co-founder of Where Peter Is, to discuss Pope Francis and his reactionary critics. Because of social distancing, this was our second episode to be recorded via Skype, so please...
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Episode 43: We Teach from a Distance
Welcome back to Conversation on Tap! In this episode, Joel and Jose were joined by Jose Segura, the President of the Santa Maria Elementary Education Association, to discuss the impact the Coronavirus is having on California teachers. Due to the fact that this is a rapidly evolving pandemic, it...
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Episode 42: We Practice Social Distancing
Welcome back to Conversation on Tap! In this episode, Joel and Jose were joined by Luke Laurie to discuss the Coronavirus pandemic. This was recorded almost a week beforehand, so the information, while accurate at the time, doesn't capture the worsening situation we face today. Because of social...
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Episode 41: We Remember Kobe Bryant
Welcome back to Conversation on Tap! In this episode, Joel and Jose were joined by Jesse, Jose's brother, to discuss the death of Kobe Bryant, his daughter, and the other victims of the tragic helicopter crash in Calabasas, California. As they started the episode, Joel and Jose poured a delicious...
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Episode 40: We Get Interviewed
Welcome back to Conversation on Tap! Unfortunately, we have had some technical difficulties that have set our Podcast back a bit, but we have been purchasing some new audio recording equipment and are ready to get back into the Podcasting game! In the meantime, we have been granted permission to...
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Episode 39: We (MISC)
Welcome back to another episode of Conversation on Tap! In this episode, Joel and Jose had a potpourri conversation-- we talked about several random topics! As they started the episode, Joel and Jose poured a delicious pint of Frothbite IPA by Alvarado Street Brewery. The can's label was…
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Episode 38: We Love Being Dads
Welcome back to another episode of Conversation on Tap! In this episode, Jose interviewed Ramon Campoamor from the Dad's Podcast Project, who joined Jose to discuss the joys-- and struggles-- of parenthood. Unfortunately, Joel was dealing with a family issue and could not be present for the...
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Episode 37: We Want Justice for Kristin Smart
Welcome back to another episode of Conversation on Tap. We were especially honored to be joined by Chris Lambert from the Your Own Backyard Podcast, who joined us to discuss the disappearance of Kristin Smart in May 1996. But first we pour ourselves a tasty pint of Devil's Gulch Hazy IPA. For our...
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Bonus Episode: We Don't Worship Kanye
In this episode of Conversation on Tap, I sit down with myself over an Easy Jack IPA to discuss the supposed conversion of Kanye West. Caution: I am not particularly kind to Kanye, Kim, or Trump-- or Joel Osteen. It's a brief 20 minute soliloquy, but I pack in quite a bit of theology, politics…
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Episode 36: We Can't Get Enough of Cults
Welcome to another episode of Conversation on Tap! In this week's episode, Joel and Jose chat about cults. But before they dive into the main topic, they gush about Figueroa Mountain's Danish Red Lager. It's got a rich flavor and is quite a sight to see in a cold pint glass. For their FRED Talks,...
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Episode 35: We Miss Linda
Welcome back to another episode of Conversation on Tap! This week, Joel and Jose sit down for an interview with one of their beloved colleagues: Linda Diepenbrock. She's a passionate Brit who is retiring and looking to travel the world. But before they began their interview, Jose and Joel shared…
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Episode 34: We Probably Shouldn't Be Allowed to Drive
Welcome back to another episode of Conversation on Tap! We have been on hiatus due to our crazy work schedule and the fact that I now have to wrangle a baby. But we are back with some episodes that have been sitting on my computer waiting impatiently to be edited. In this episode, Jose is joined…
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Episode 33: We Buckle Up
Welcome back to another episode of Conversation on Tap! It's been a busy time for Joel and Jose due to the end of the school year, but they are looking forward to getting in some great interviews over their summer vacation. In this episode, Jose and Joel discussed driving and all the annoyances...
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Episode 32: We Take Your Questions Again
Welcome back to another episode of Conversation on Tap! In this week's episode, Joel and Jose take listener questions. But first they drink some delicious Hemp Ale from the Humboldt Brewing Company. It was a delicious beer and didn't at all make us want to jam to reggae music. As they drank their...
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Episode 31: We are In the Endgame Now
Welcome to another episode of Conversation on Tap! This week, I am joined by my little brother Jesse to discuss the Marvel Cinematic Universe leading up to Avengers: Endgame. Before we begin, Jose pours himself some Ruthless Sierra Nevada, while Jesse pops open some grape soda. As they drink…
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Episode 30: We Politely Discuss Religion
Welcome back to another episode of Conversation on Tap! This week, Joel and Jose politely discuss religion. While the two of them do not agree on the issue of religion, they nonetheless model how two people can civilily discuss a touchy topic. Before they dive into the topic, Joel and Jose pour...
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Episode 29: We Have Unpopular Opinions
Welcome to another episode of Conversation on Tap! This week, Jose and Joel were joined by their good friend Jose. The three of them shared opinions they hold that are either unpopular or deeply controversial. But before they started the main segment of the show they poured themselves a few pints...
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Episod 28: We Drink Yuengling and Talk Politics
Welcome to another episode of Conversation on Tap! This episode was recorded after the November 2018 Congressional election, but Jose was unable to edit the Podcast in the weeks and months after his baby was born. So, this episode is late, but the content is definitely still relevant! In this...
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Episode 27: We Go for a Run
Welcome back to another episode of Conversation on Tap! This week, Joel and Jose sit down with the Santa Maria Running Man: Tim Espinoza. They also enjoy some delicious holiday brews, such as Half-Moon Bay's Pumpkin Harvest and the Lump of Coal stout-- both of which were purchased from BevMo!...
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Episode 26: We Eat It
Welcome to another episode of Conversation on Tap! It's been a few months since our last episode, unfortunately. But that was due to the fact that Jose's baby came a few weeks early and completely dominated his time. Now that Frankie is a few months old and Jose and Christina are a little more...
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Episode 25: We Catch Up On Comics
Welcome to another episode of Conversation on Tap! In this episode of Conversation on Tap, Jose is joined once again by his brother Jesse in order to talk about upcoming comic book movies. Before they get started, Jose drank some delicious Hoppy Poppy by Figueroa Mountain Brew, while Jesse drank…
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Episode 24: We Support Abraham Melendrez for School Board
In this episode of Conversation on Tap, Joel and Jose interview Abraham Melendrez, a candidate for the Santa Maria-Bonita School Board. Abraham has been endorsed by local teachers, and, as teachers, Joel and Jose are very honored to have him on the show. Before the show got underway, Joel and…
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Episode 23: We Boycott Boycotts
In this week's episode of Conversation on Tap, Joel and Jose explore the topic of boycotts. Before we do, however, Joel and Jose pour themselves some delicious Samuel Adams Boston Lager. For their FRED Talks, Joel talked about the Keto diet, which emphasizes fatty foods over carbs and sugars…
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Episode 22: We Get Serious About Comedy
Welcome to another episode of Conversation on Tap! In this week's episode, Joel and Jose are joined by their good friend Andy to discuss comedy. But, first, they opened up some delicous Anchor Steam beer, which Andy was kind enough to bring for us. For the FRED Talk, Joel and Andy talked a little...
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Episode 21: We Say Whatever We Want
Welcome to another episode of Conversation on Tap! In this week's episode, Joel and Jose are joined by John, who is Joel's neighbor, to discuss free speech. But before the conversation began, Joel and Jose talked about the delicious Quadruple Boulevard Brew. It was a delicious and sweet beer! For...
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Episode 20: We Get Organized
Welcome to another episode of Conversation on Tap! In this week's episode, Joel and Jose are joined by a local community organizer named Hazel Davalos. But before we spoke with her, we poured ourselves a few pints of Stockyard Oatmeal Stout, Danish Red Lager, and some more of that tasty…
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Episode 19: We Take Your Questions
In this week's episode, we welcome Joel back from his vacation! As the episode got started, Joel and I poured ourselves a pint of Moose Drool, by the Big Sky Brewing Company, but we drank almost all of it before recording! For our FRED Talks segment, Joel talked about surfing ettiquette, while…
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Episode 18: We Have a Therapy Session
In this week's episode of Conversation on Tap, Jose continues the podcast without Joel. The guest this week is Tony The Beat, who hosts the Spread Hope Like Fire Podcast. Tony The Beat not only has a Podcast, but he is also a self-published author. He joined Jose to talk about mental health…
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Episode 17: We Dive Into the Marvel and DC Cinematic Universes
In this episode of Conversation on Tap, Jose is joined by... Jose, who was a guest in a previous episode. We begin the episode by drinking the delicious Barrel House Mango IPA-- a drink so good that Jose (the regular co-host) got slightly drunk and spilled his beer. For their FRED Talk, Jose...
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