Low Expectations - A Craft Beer Podcast

Episodes

1. 40

   Episode 40 - PUMPKINPALOOZA!! Just a Ridiculous Amount (46!) of Pumpkin Beers Tasted!

   I really have no words. Tom and I sit down with some friends and delve deeply into the realm of literally EVERYTHING the craft beer world has to offer in the way of pumpkin beers. We do the Forest Gum box of chocolate approach to pumpkin beers. We drink a literal sh*t ton of pumpkin beers, all...

   Apr 5, 2022

   2h 20m
2. 39

   Episode 39 - These Hops are Wet? Cashing in on the Wet Hopped Beer Hype!

   Sure DH, DDH and TDH beers are great, BUT have you ever had dem WET hopped brews??? Seasonably delicous!!! Tonight we'll feature some delicious wet hopped ales and do a deep dive in what makes them special. The process, the function, the taste, OH MY!!! Tom will also tickle your memory bone with...

   Apr 4, 2022

   1h 13m
3. 38

   Episode 38 - The Silence of the Be

   Be's not here, Tom's on his own with a guest host and can't smell or taste anything. What could go wrong? Oh yeah, lots more pumpkin beers get reviewed.

   Mar 18, 2022

   1h 37m
4. 37

   Episode 37 - The Pumpkin is Great! Can You Believe Even More Pumpkin Beers?

   The boys are in deep now, they can't seem to stop themselves. Sooo many pumpkin craft beers to try. Possibly day 9 or 10 of this pumpkin beer binge that they can't or won't abandon. Pumpkin spicy extra dicey content coming your way. A brief respite of Halloween trivia at the end to test your...

   Mar 16, 2022

   1h 10m
5. 36

   Episode 36 - Another Round of Pumpkin

   Episode 36 - Another Round of Pumpkin - Here we go, we're neck deep in the pumpkin craft beer patch! Check in as the boys review 4 more pumpkin brews and play along at home with some amazing Halloween Trivia. How long can this pumpkin train roll? 6:50 - Sam Adams Jack-O - Pumpkin Ale - 4.4% ABV -...

   Jan 12, 2022

   1h 08m
6. 35

   Episode 35 - Pumpkin Agin!

   Day 2 of everything Pumpkin Beers! That's right there's never enough!! The boys dive into another round of delicious out of your gourd craft beers from the pumpkin patch. They also delve deep into the history and evolution of this particular style of beer, one that is oh so polarizing!! Sit back...

   Jan 10, 2022

   1h 01m
7. 34

   Episode 34 - It's the Great Pumpkin!!!

   It is the official first day of fall and time for some Pumpkin Beers! The boys dive into some of the best pumpkin brews that the craft beer world has to offer. Listen along as they sip, review, rate and gush over the these polarizing beers. 5:45 - Saugatuck Brewing Company – Pumpkin Chai –…

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   Jan 6, 2022

   1h 08m
8. 33

   Episode 33 - Falling for Great Oktoberfest Beers

   Tonight we try a few Oktoberfest craft beers. Get ready to pull up your lederhosen and chow down on your giant pretzel. Fill your liter mug and get ready to roll out the barrel as Tom and Be sample some of the best Oktoberfest brews out there. Deep dive into some Oktoberfest trivia at the end of...

   Dec 16, 2021

   1h 08m
9. 32

   Episode 32 - It's A Trapp

   Come join the boys as they take a tour of Von Trapp's Summer Variety Pack. While working there way through some delicious Lagers, Ales and Pilsners they explore the fascinating history and incredible space of Von Trapp Family Brewing in majestic Stowe, VT. The skiing, the lodges, the bierhall…

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   Oct 14, 2021

   1h 25m
10. 31

    Episode 31 - Back To Basics

    Oh baby! Get in line for the suck fest! We're going full Imprint Fanboy tonight. This is the brewery where the boys first met up and discovered their mutual love of craft beers and general overall personal mediocrity. They discuss in depth all the amazing beer that this little giant of a brewery…

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    Oct 7, 2021

    1h 03m
11. 30

    Episode 30 - Tiny Little Notes from Richmond

    It has been a while but Tom and Be are back! Tom took a ton of little tiny notes while they were in Richmond and we are ready to share. Beer reCAPs Preshow - Lots. AB - Busch Light Apple - 4.1% ABV, 3.42 UnTappd Blackhorse Brewery - Vanilla Cream Ale - 4.8% ABV, 3.59 UnTappd Country Boy Brewing -...

    Sep 8, 2021

    1h 10m
12. 29

    Episode 29 - Man That's Refreshing!!

    It's summertime and it's hot out!! The boys take a deep dive into all dem krispiboissss! Pilsners, lagers, kolschs, oh my! They are thirsty and are on a hunt for all craft beer has to offer to quench that. Oh yeah, Tom plays some more Do you wanna be a cicerone and Be hops up on his radler soap…

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    Aug 4, 2021

    1h 06m
13. 28

    Episode 28 - Planning A Craft Beer Adventure in Richmond, VA

    Join the boys and listen in as the plan an extensive craft beer adventure in an epic drinking destination, Richmond! They'll go over all the places to drink great craft beer, eat amazing food and hang to have fun.

    Jul 26, 2021

    1h 05m
14. 27

    Episode 27 - Field Trip to Levante Stables!

    Your craft beer life coaches sit down with co-owner Jim Adams and lead brewer Matt Gilberg at Levante Brewing Company's beautiful outdoor beer garden location "The Stables" The boys discuss all thing Levante and have a hard hitting exposed about the sordid underbelly of the craft beer industry....

    Jul 21, 2021

    1h 08m
15. 26

    Episode 26 - You Got Q's and We Got A's

    It's time to get personal. Be and Tom answer audience questions covering a wide variety of craft beer topics. Food, drink, music, road trips. Line life, bottle share etiquette, custom craft openers, barrel aged bacon? You've got questions, we've got answers. Tune in and join the fun! Beers…

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    Jun 14, 2021

    1h 09m
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    Episode 25 - Field Trip to Well Crafted Brewery!

    The 2nd in our popular Field Trip Series: The boys take a field trip and visit Well Crafted Brewery in Lansdale, PA! Tom and Be sit down for a deep dive with co-founder Doug Bellenger and head brewer Rick Solomon. The crew drinks some tasty craft beers and hears the story of how the brewery was...

    Jun 9, 2021

    59m
17. 24

    Episode 24 - No, None, Nada: Non-Alcoholic Craft Beers

    How did we get here? Tom forces Be to try a wide range of 7 non-alcoholic craft beer options! When is the right time to enjoy one? Then the boys reminisce over their favorite beer movies. Finally it's time for another round of "So You Want To Be a Cicerone?" How will Tom do tonight? Tune in and...

    Jun 8, 2021

    1h 06m
18. 23

    Episode 23 - Bottle Royale: 3 Amazing Craft Beers Bottled in America!

    Special Guest The Brewery Guy steps in to help Be taste some of the highest rated craft beer in bottles in all of the USA. Tom is laid low and hanging on the couch providing color commentary. A very unofficial history of the craft beer bottle is explored. The boys discuss and debate some of the...

    Jun 8, 2021

    1h 09m
19. 22

    Episode 22 - A Beer For All Seasons

    4 Beers for All Seasons!! Pre-Game Beer ! Lawnmower Beer! Shower Beer! The boys discuss the proper Pre-Game Beer - Pils/lager/pale? TIPA? Which sets the vibe/greases the wheels? Cooking Dinner Beer - IPA? It's gotta be relaxing right? Hopefully primes the palate, try cooking with beer? The ever...

    Jun 7, 2021

    54m
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    Episode 21 - InTents Beer! Craft Brews To Elevate Your Camping Experience!

    In this week's episode the boys break down the entire camping experience, with craft beer! Wanna know what beer goes best with setting up camp? They got you covered! What craft brew goes best with cooking over that portable stove? They know! Perfect beer for the late night campfire? Check! What...

    Jun 7, 2021

    1h 04m
21. 20

    Episode 20 - Tax Day Beers!

    Tom proposed a thought provoking exercise. Scenario A saw the boys each get a nice fat tax refund and they have to go to the distributor and buy the most expensive bottle they can find. Scenario B saw the boys each owe Uncle Sam big time and they have to go to the distributor and drown their...

    Jun 3, 2021

    1h 05m
22. 19

    Episode 19 - Tom's Night Stout

    Tom takes us on a deep, dark journey into the world of stout beer. Deeper and darker than anyone of us wants to go! He's seriously been mumbling for weeks now about barrels, adjuncts and how he has some sort of list he's gonna cross names off of.... Make sure to tune in tonight for a monumental...

    Jun 2, 2021

    1h 00m
23. 18

    Episode 18- Hangin with the locals....

    A special Wednesday night edition finds the boys prepping for Spring Break. They get excited to hang with the locals, the breweries local to suburban Philadelphia. Well, Be is at least. Tom vehemently states he's tired of hanging with local breweries and demand they expand their horizons. New Low...

    May 10, 2021

    1h 09m
24. 17

    Episode 17 - St.Paddy's Day (Again?)

    Well, the boys had an overabundance of brews to celebrate with and didn't get to them all. Throw them out? Heck no, we'll just devote 2 episodes to this special time of year. Many important things are discussed such as rookie beer purchasing mistakes and finding the proper podcast sound effects....

    May 10, 2021

    54m
25. 16

    Episode 16 - St. Paddy's Day Part 1

    In this episode our intrepid beer explorers sample a variety of holiday themed beers from Levante Brewing out of West Chester, PA. Spoonful O'Gold IPA - Levante Brewing Marshmallows, vanilla, lactose, and a bowl full o' hops. This breakfast cereal IPA is loaded with the sweet crunch of a frosted...

    May 3, 2021

    53m
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    Episode 15 - Porch Bomb

    Have you ever been the recipient of a porch bomb? Have you ever sent a porch bomb? Have you ever "borrowed" a porch bomb from a friend or neighbor's porch? Tonight the boys delved into the uniquely craft beer experience of a porch bomb! You work so hard on finding what you want, locating a…

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    May 3, 2021

    58m
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    Episode 14 - Field Trip to Round Guys Brewing!!!

    Hang with the Low Expectations boys who go live from Round Guys in Lansdale. We'll be hanging out with and disappointing Scott Rudich, the owner and all around swell guy. Have a listen as Scott tells the story of the beginning of the brewery and facing the challenges of the last year. WE learn…

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    May 2, 2021

    55m
28. 13

    Episode 13 - OG Whalez

    Back in the day, at the beginning of this craft beer nonsense there where some beers of myth and legend. These magical brews were objects of obsession. No amount of time or effort was too much in order to obtain them. This is the topic of tonight's show. Also, Tom and Be argue about oatmeal. Be…

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    Apr 30, 2021

    57m
29. 12

    Episode 12 - Snow Dayz

    On tonight's episode the boy's are snowbound. It's VIRTUALLY impossible to get to the studio so they are dialing this one in, literally. They check in and have a lengthy discussion on glassware. Tom talks about his Fritt glassware, his visit to the glass blowing museum and basically how he's a...

    Apr 28, 2021

    1h 12m
30. 11

    Episode 11 - Songs in the Key of Beer!

    This week's show weaves the world of craft beer and music together. It's mid February and our intrepid beer explorers are struggling, so they turn to two things that make them happy, beer and music. Listen as they expertly? match tunes and brews to lift their moods. Tonight's meandering…

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    Apr 28, 2021

    58m
31. 10

    Episode 10 - House Arrest Sucks!

    Whelp, this pandemic thing finally catches up to the boys. For various reasons, they are forced to literally dial in tonight's episode virtually. Have no fear, they still tackle all kinds of fascinating topics like all the AMAZING brews we can now get mailed to our front door ordered from the...

    Apr 27, 2021

    1h 09m
32. 9

    Episode 9 - Somebody Had a BIG Day!

    So many things to talk about. The boys have a really great day as they are lucky enough to have In the Mix Light and Sound take over production of the show! Multiple cameras, multiple angles and the introduction of the mighty POUR CAM!!! Tom returns triumphant from his road trip toting some…

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    Apr 27, 2021

    51m
33. 8

    Episode 8 - Show Us Your Cans!

    In honor of National Beer Can Appreciation Day on 1/24 the boys will be discussing the topic of can design/art. Does it influence purchasing? What do you like or not like? We'll also pick some beers that feature what we think are really cool label designs. Tune it, you'll be disappointed you did!...

    Apr 27, 2021

    48m
34. 7

    Episode 7 - Pumpkins in January?

    In this episode the boys proclaim their love for the controversial pumpkin beer. Tom explain how and why he thrives in chaos and Be looks confused. Spoiler alert* Someone doesn't like a beer and compares it to a pet store puppy enclosure! FOMO is discussed in depth and Be and Tom discuss which...

    Apr 21, 2021

    49m
35. 6

    Episode 6 - ALL THE GHOSTS!!!

    This was the episode that changed it all. The boys switch platforms from facebook to youtube and stream all their shows live. To celebrate they spend the night deep in the swamps of Louisiana working through Parish Brewings Ghost IPA lineup. Some other highlights include Tom talking about his...

    Apr 19, 2021

    52m
36. 5

    Episode 5 - 2020 Good Riddance!

    This week's episode sees the boys bid farewell to the dumpster fire of a year that 2020 has been. They drink some highly sought after holiday beers from some top notch breweries and discuss how weird the holidays have been. Zoom get togethers, no parties, and all the things that the holidays...

    Apr 19, 2021

    1h 04m
37. 4

    Episode 4 - Can't spell beer without Be

    But we can drink it without him! Yup, he's MIA tonight, no excuses. But that OK because he's easily replaceable, at least for one night. Big Dink is stepping in to hang with Tom as they keep the winter craft brew train rolling. Along with brews to keep you comfy they talk about the politics of...

    Apr 14, 2021

    33m
38. 3

    Episode 3 - Maximum Kringle!

    We've hit MAXIMUN KRINGLE!! In this episode we drink some amazing christmas beers. Anchor Christmas is a tradition and each year gets tweaked slightly and sports unique label art. Tom also drops knowledge his gleaned from his inside sources in the sordid world of beer trading. We peel back the...

    Apr 14, 2021

    46m
39. 2

    Episode 2.5 Field Trip (Trouble's End)

    In this "short" we visit Trouble's End Brewery in Collegeville, PA. They have a nice variety of house beers in the traditional style as well as some bangers on the Guest tap list. We talk about the great food, location and atmosphere of the joint. Enjoy! Beers featured on this episode: Trouble's...

    Apr 14, 2021

    6m
40. 2

    Episode 2 - It's Christmas Time

    Be and Tom tackle everything Xmas. Tom explains what's going on outside his winter wonderland of his house. Both boys discuss the many traditions and activities that get packed into the most wonderful time of the year. Last but not least, they sample some of the finest craft brews the nation has…

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    Apr 14, 2021

    56m
41. 1

    Episode 1 - Workin out the Kinks.

    It's the first one ever and it shows! The boys are all over the place, talking about air fried perogies, our love of halloween and pumpkin beers and some of the local breweries they like to frequent. Tom expresses his love for milkshake IPA's and all things maple. Beer's featured on the show...

    Apr 13, 2021

    29m