Craft Beer Travel & Adventure
by Living a Stout Life
Beer has been creating community, laughter, inspiration, and just plain awesome stories for centuries. Join us as we talk with fellow craft beer lovers and adventurers about being entrepreneurs, avid hikers, crazy-ass mountain bikers, parents, home-brewers, volunteers, and anyone who is living their Stout Life. So grab your favorite craft beer, embrace your favorite person, and get ready to be inspired to live your Stout Life.We are Ken and April Pishna, and we created The Craft Beer Travel & Adventure Podcast with Living a Stout Life ( https://livingastoutlife.com ) to drink good beer, yes, but to also share the stories that inevitably arise from the craft beer community. Living and working in our RV while traveling the world in search of craft beer, adventures, and good humans, we bring creative thinkers and inspirational go-getters together around craft beer.
Episodes
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Dok Brewing: Daring to Bridge the Gap Between Tradition and Craft
Welcome to Ghent, Belgium, home to Dok Brewing Company, an independent Belgian craft brewery that dares to push boundaries, doing what they want to do on their terms. Belgian beers are known across the globe not only for their sweet flavor profiles but also for their higher alcohol levels. These...
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Brouwerij St. Bernardus: Embracing History, Crafting the Future
To fully appreciate the story of St. Bernardus today, one must first understand the story of its past and how its future is embracing that past while simultaneously laying it to rest. This is the story of Brouwerij St. Bernardus in Watou, Belgium; its history forever intertwined with one of the...
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A Confluence of Community and Craft Beer in Belgium
Stroom Brouwers, what we would call a craft brewery, is a Belgian independent brewery. Not associated with any abbey or Trappist beers, and not attempting to be either, they are still a Belgian brewery. They just happen to brew a few more options than one would typically expect from a Belgian...
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Wanderment Brewing: Unapologetically Authentic
Wander inside one of Denver's newest breweries, Wanderment Brewing, and you won't be disappointed. John and Melanie Flaherty, husband and wife team and business partners, alongside their other partner, Sam Odom, have opened up a place that is far from cookie-cutter. This ain't no...
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Bikin' Bits: Hot Springs, Arkansas - Fun, Flowy, No Tech Lunch Time Ride
Welcome to Bikin' Bits - a bit about bikin' - so you don't have to look forever to find the trails you want to ride. Where we tell you the loops to ride, the loopdy-loops to ride, the uphills, the downhills. Where we summarize the trails, so you know exactly where you want to go, how long you…
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Finding Culture and Community through Wine Lovers Travel
As a craft beer lover, would you consider a wine tour? How about if that wine tour was across the ocean? Say, in places like Croatia, Spain, or even Australia? Gail from Wine Lovers Travel is doing just that - combining her passion for wine and travel and bringing them together to create…
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The SoulFire Project: A Guitar and a Full Tank of Gas
If you’ve ever had a dream that doesn’t fit the typical dream, this is the episode to listen to. Join us on a beach in Baja, where we sit down with Copper right after The SoulFire Project set us all afire with their light and soul! In 30 minutes you’ll be inspired to ditch everything you don't…
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Getting Lost is the Best Way to Find Yourself
Crossing the border into Baja, there were no plans of joining other travelers and van-lifers while we journeyed south to experience as much of Baja as we could in the two short months that we were there. Turns out, though, as our travels often do, that we became a part of a van-life community…
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Drink Like a Girl: A Story of Community, Collabs, and Pink Boots
International Women's Day is March 8, and we're celebrating it like a girl, beer in hand, mountain bikes at the ready. Ok, maybe not riding while drinking, but you get the picture. We're doing what we do best, and Samantha Danen from Third Space Brewing in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, is doing what she...
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Amonia Cerveceria: A La Paz Craft Beer Bar Staple
Sometimes you just need a good beer, and some of the best beer in La Paz, Baja California Sur, can be found at a beer bar. Welcome to Amonia Cervecería, a La Paz beer bar worthy of your time. Meet Nico from Amonia Cervecería Nico Perez Prieto is one of the co-founders and co-owners of Amonia...
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Black Marlin Brewing Co and Pacific Brew: Baja Sur Craft Beer
Michel, Vivian, and Hiram, are not just every day people. These three along with their team, make up two La Paz craft breweries: Black Marlin Brewing Co and Pacific Brew. And while these three wonderful humans are brewers, owners, and entrepreneurs, more importantly, they are all also friends.…
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Bikin' Bits: Patagonia, Arizona - An Epic MTB Loop on the AZT
Welcome to Bikin' Bits - a bit about bikin' - so you don't have to look forever to find the trails you want to ride. Where we tell you the loops to ride, the loopdy-loops to ride, the uphills, the downhills. Where we summarize the trails, so you know exactly where you want to go, how long you…
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Hey Mulegé (Brewing Co)! A Baja Sur Craft Beer Story
If you find yourself planning an excursion to the Baja Peninsula, be sure to add in the many Baja breweries to your travel plans, including Mulegé Brewing Co in the adorable seaside town of Mulegé, Baja California Sur. Mulegé Brewing planted roots directly in town in 2019 and soon grew out of…
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Craft Beer and StressLess Camping Make for Less Stress
RVing, camping, traveling - all come with a bit of stress. But that's where StressLess Camping comes into play, along with that long awaited can of craft beer that is cracked open once you're settled in. Meet Peggy and Tony from StressLess Camping Craft beer, travel, and adventure. Sounds like us...
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Bufona Cervecería Colombiana: Crafting Community in Colombia
Is there really anything better than pizza and beer with friends? Only if that pizza and beer with friends is in a home overlooking the stunning Colombian city of Medellin with the owners of Bufona Cervecería Colombiana, a craft brewery in the heart of Medellin, Colombia. Welcome to Bufona...
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Sierra Blanca Cerveceriá: A Colombian Craft Brewery Story
The Colombian craft beer scene is one that deserves to be recognized. And one of those Colombian craft breweries is located in the heart of Medellín. Welcome to Sierra Blanca Cerveceriá, where the beer is fantastic and the people are even better. This is Sierra Blanca Cerveceria's story, but it's...
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ÖlBröder Cerveza Artesanal: Craft Brewery Stories from Colombia
What do you get when you put two brothers, a dog, and beer together? Sounds like a recipe for a story in the making. And that is exactly how ÖlBröder Cerveza Artesanal in Medellín, Colombia, was crafted. From two brothers with a passion for a challenge, a desire to create beer with a Colombian...
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Finding Community on the Road with Traveling Gatherings
RV events are one way to build community on the road, but when you pair those RV events with craft breweries and beer, like Camp Carpe Diem, you get more than just a meet and greet, you get lifetime friendships. And that is exactly how Traveling Gatherings came to fruition - an idea of putting RV...
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Brewing Up Classics and Community at Cedar City Brewing Co
Welcome to Lebanon, Tennessee, just outside of Nashville, where you'll find one of Tennessee's newest breweries in an historical town square. Where, after challenges in the changing music industry and the somewhat dull nature of IT work, you'll find a brewer excited about what Cedar City Brewing...
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Classic Beers with a Side of Chaos at Meddlesome Brewing Co
In the land of Memphis, Tennessee, the beer may not run far and wide, and you'll be hard press to find marshmallow flavored beers. But what you will find are two passionate brewers all about the classics. Located in the burbs of Memphis, Meddlesome Brewing Company brings together community over...
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Roadhouse Brewing: Paving the Way to Sustainable Breweries
Celebrating Earth Day once a year is not enough. How about an entire month? Yes, Earth Day is in April, so you could consider April also being Earth Month. But in reality, everyday should be Earth Day. And it is in that spirit, that we are talking with Roadhouse Brewing in regards to sustainable...
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Bikin' Bits: Tucson - Sweet MTB Trails at Sweetwater
Welcome to Bikin' Bits - a bit about bikin' - so you don't have to look forever to find the trails you want to ride. Where we tell you the loops to ride, the loopdy-loops to ride, the uphills, the downhills. Where we summarize the trails, so you know exactly where you want to go, how long you…
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Peter Bouckaert Finds Purpose After New Belgium
Can you imagine walking into a brewery and being served by Peter Bouckaert himself? It could happen. And according to his business partner, who also happens to be his wife, we can chalk up that possible scenario to his funny face. Not that his face is funny; it's actually quite normal. However,...
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Inspiration through Outdoor Education with Cottonwood Institute
Spending time in nature through outdoor education and adventures are brilliant ways to create success in a technologically advanced world. We realize that this statement is highly ironic. However, the more we connect to natural places and build relationships with the natural world, the better we...
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Gettin' Punky With BrewDog's Martin Dickie
BrewDog was founded in Scotland in 2007 by two friends, Martin Dickie and James Watt. From the beginning their "punk" attitude has had a tremendous impact on the company, their beers, and their followers, us included. Meet Martin Dickie, Co-Founder of BrewDog Growing up in a fishing - or was it...
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Jeremiah Johnson: The Man Behind the Brewery
Jeremiah Johnson isn’t your typical American craft beer story. And neither is he the man from the movie. He is, though, the man from Jeremiah Johnson Brewing Company in Great Falls, and now Whitefish, Montana. And we've got his story. Meet Jeremiah Johnson Not one to be all work and no play,...
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Cartridge Brewing: One for the History Books
Have you ever rounded a corner and then stopped dead in your tracks? That's almost what we did when driving to Cartridge Brewing in Maineville, just outside of Cincinnati, Ohio. Located in an old munitions factory, the twisty road leading to Cartridge is one for the books, but when you round that...
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Learn Why Good Beer Matters: A Passion & Purpose
Good beer matters. At least we think so. Actually a lot of people think so, but why? And why should we learn about why good beer matters? Because beer is about more than just the beer. It's about talking across the aisles, listening to opinions, learning how to take criticism, and learning all...
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Covertly Cultivating Unique Craft Beer in Sioux Falls
The Sioux Falls craft beer scene forever changed when Stacey and Dan arrived into town for some covert operations - Covert Artisan Ales & Cellars, that is. This unique brewery in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, is beginning to take root in this up and coming midwestern craft beer location. And by…
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The Sioux Falls Craft Beer Scene: Sever Your Ties in Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Sever your ties in South Dakota, just don't sever them from South Dakota. With 44 craft breweries and counting, and several of them located in the southeast corner of the state, the Sioux Falls craft beer scene may just need to be your next craft beer destination. So, sever your ties with the…
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Soulcraft Brewing: A Way of Life in Salida, Colorado
Soulcraft Brewing. For those that know Salida, you know Soulcraft. For those that don't, it's time you do. Salida, Colorado. A Colorado mountain town that has it all: rafting, mountain biking, skiing, snowboarding, hiking, camping, and one of the best craft beers scenes in a town of 7,000 people....
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Balter Beerworks: Balanced Beers for a Not So Balanced Life
Welcome to Knoxville, Tennessee, where the beer flows just as easy as the country music, the whiskey, and the rolling hills. Where Will Rutemeyer finally realized his true calling to become a brewer. Where Balter Beerworks found its roots in classic brews, handcrafted foods, and community...
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Level Up with Level Beer for Some Work Life Balance
Work life balance - a difficult level to achieve. But those at Level Beer in Portland, Oregon, are well on their way to becoming over achievers. While they may not agree that they have found that sought after work life balance, they have found that balance in their beer, along with a unique take…
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Sherman Street Beer Co: Here's Your Sign
Sherman Street Beer Company in Allentown, Pennsylvania, is the only sign you need when it comes to finding good beer on a neighborhood corner. With Beau Baden, an OG in the Pennsylvania beer scene, as Brewmaster and co-founder at the helm, you'll know you'll be getting great stories around great...
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Gallant Fox Brewing: Kentucky Beer, Bourbon, and Derby Days
When you hear Kentucky, you probably think bourbon, but what you really should be thinking about is Kentucky beer...and bourbon. Oh, and you definitely can't forget the Kentucky Derby. And that, my dear beer loving friend, is what Gallant Fox Brewing Company in Louisville, Kentucky, is all about....
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Blending Culture with Jade Mountain Brewing Company
If there's ever been a place where you can talk across the aisles, beer in hand, Jade Mountain Brewery & Teahouse is one of those places. With a knack for creating flavors you would never dream of in beer, but doing it brilliantly, where you want more of it, Sean Guerrero blends both beer and...
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Brain Tumor Pushes Full-time Sailing Dream Aground
It all started with a hot springs swim beach in New Zealand and a headache like none he had ever had before, a full-time sailing dream put on hold, maybe to never happen again. Boats run aground more often than we all might think. Then there are other things that run aground symbolically. Things...
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Craft Beer and Music: The Soundtrack of Life
Welcome to Mikerphone Brewing where music and beer come together seamlessly. Located just outside of Chicago in Elk Grove Village, this brewery crafts all genres of beer alongside all genres of music. Welcome to the second episode in our series of podcasts where we have partnered up with…
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Piloting Small Batch Brews with Pilot Brewing Company
When you know you are an entrepreneur and plan on opening a business, and then fall in love with brewing and the community that surrounds it, there's nothing left to do, but open a brewery. And when your partner in life and business is a pilot, and your brewing style is to create small batch…
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Elevating Beer, Life, and Music With Intention and Purpose
Welcome to Elevation Beer Company, where the people and the beer elevate you to your next level, whatever that may be. Sound a bit philosophical? Well, it is. Conversing over a pint (or two or three) of beer sparks the embers of all types of conversations. And that is one reason why we love the...
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Earn Your Turns at Tres Litros Beer Co
Whether you're turning on a bike, a board, a kayak, your feet, or whatever gets you outdoors in Salida, when your turns are done, Jason, Nick, and the entire crew at Tres Litros Beer Company know your thirsty. They also know you deserve great beer in a cool atmosphere. Tres Litros is the place to...
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467 Colorado Breweries, 97 countries, 40 days of beer, 1 Guy!
Have you ever dreamed of what it would be like to visit all of the breweries in one state? Paul Myhill, aka the Colorado Beer Guy, has done just that. He recently accomplished his goal of visiting every Colorado brewery and their associated taprooms throughout the state of Colorado. A Brewery...
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River North Brewery May Just Have the Strongest Beer in Colorado
While nobody can 100% guarantee that River North has brewed the strongest beer in Colorado, it's quite certain that it is one of them. Clocking in at just above 22%, it's a mighty big beer, with mighty big flavor. And for those of you that may not know River North, this big beer isn't their first...
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Baja Beer: The Ensenada Craft Beer Scene
When you think of Baja, you probably conjure up images of the mighty Pacific or the serene waters of the Sea of Cortez. Palm trees are abundant. Beach combing and whale watching, Corona in hand, are the only things are on your must-do list. Keep all that, but ditch the Corona. There's a damn good...
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Can You Hear the Music in the Beer?
Can you hear the music in the beer? Or maybe the better question is can you feel the music in the beer? Brewery owners are brilliant at creating taprooms and brewhouses that reflect their passions. Some of the best have personalities that inspire each customer to find their own perspective,...
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Finding Wisdom and Experiences in a Craft Beer Journey
What do you get when a brewer and a chef come together? Sounds like a joke told in a bar, right? Wayne and Laura are no joke. And the beers they create are no jokes, either. Specializing in high ABV beers, you might think they have set out to get you snockered. Well, their goal is just the…
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Planning Our First Event: Celebrations, Conundrums, and Community
Event planning can either be a pain in the ass, or it can be the time of your life. Or maybe it's something more in the middle. Whatever the moment brings, when planning an event that revolves around building community and passions, we're here to tell you that it's worth every moment of not…
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Looking Beyond the Liquid: Crushing it with the CBMAs
Looking beyond the liquid, Jim and Jackie created the Craft Beer Marketing Awards (CBMAs) to recognize the art behind the beer. Craft beer lovers and marketing gurus themselves, it wasn't difficult to know that this was needed within the craft beer industry. Meet Jim and Jackie Starting in the...
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TRI-21 Project: A Recipe for Down Syndrome Awareness
Griffin Claw Brewing Company, located in Birmingham and Rochester Hills, Michigan, was founded in 2013. Focusing on all things craft, including beer, spirits, ciders, and food, they are also well aware that these are just the beginning. This is their story of a worldwide open-ended beer...
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When Beer Runs in Your Blood, You Open a Beer Museum
When beer and Montana run in your blood and you are passionate about art and history, there's only one thing you can do. Open a Montana beer and brewery museum. And that is exactly what Steve "Bubs" Lozar did. Meet Steve "Bubs" Lozar His great grandfather was the first in his family to come to...
About this show
Beer has been creating community, laughter, inspiration, and just plain awesome stories for centuries. Join us as we talk with fellow craft beer lovers and adventurers about being entrepreneurs, avid hikers, crazy-ass mountain bikers, parents, home-brewers, volunteers, and anyone who is living their Stout Life. So grab your favorite craft beer, embrace your favorite person, and get ready to be inspired to live your Stout Life.We are Ken and April Pishna, and we created The Craft Beer Travel & Adventure Podcast with Living a Stout Life ( https://livingastoutlife.com ) to drink good beer, yes, but to also share the stories that inevitably arise from the craft beer community. Living and working in our RV while traveling the world in search of craft beer, adventures, and good humans, we bring creative thinkers and inspirational go-getters together around craft beer.
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