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More Views on Craft Brews
by Toby O'Brien
Two northern craft beer lovers exploring the ins and outs of the industry, with slight profanity throughout.
Episodes
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Episode 74 - Chainhouse Brew Co Q&A
What happens when you leave Rob to his own devices for one episode whilst Toby is left at home with the flu? Find out in our brand new episode LIVE at Chainhouse Brew Co. Rob is joined by Ryan, the founder of Chainhouse and a household name in the UK caft beer brewing industry. Ryan is put to the...
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Episode 73 - We Can Be Friends - Alcohol Free Extravaganza 2025
Want to know more about the Alcohol Free corner of Craft Beer in the UK... Well, join us as we speak with Sam from We Can Be Friends & the award winning Ben of the Sober Boozers Club. Thoughout the show, Toby & Rob dig into 4 fantastic Alcohol Free offerings from We Can Be Friends that have been...
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Episode 72 - State Of Kind Q&A
Happy New Year and welcome to our first installment of the podcast for 2025... To kick off the year in true style we are joined by State Of Kind Brew Co, Wigan. The brewery that Toby claims is the "one to keep your eyes on ths year". Throughout this blockbuster of an episode Toby & Rob discuss…
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Christmas Special 2024
Celebrate christmas with your 2 favourite northern beer drinkers during this festive period.. Join Toby & Rob as they dive into 3 christmas craft beers, sponsored by Thebeershelf.co.uk, from festive IPA's with Chritmas Tree notes, to a dutch inspired Sour Beer from Scotland to one of...
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Episode 71 - Twisted Wheel Q&A
Toby & Rob are joined by Ant from Twisted Wheel for the 71st Q&A installment of the pod this week. Ant kicks things off by digging straight into the inception of Twisted Wheel since thier "closure" in the last 12 months, whilst discussing the brewery's movement around the UK. Throughout the show…
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Episode 70 - Live from 'Craft At The Plaza'
Now this is one way to celebrate our 100th episode... Join Toby and Rob as they take on Northwich's first ever craft beer festival, Craft At The Plaza. Throughout this blockbuster episode we sit down, drink a long and Q&A with many of the UK's best breweries as some craft beer punters too. Here's...
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Episode 69 - Collab Beer with Tay Brew Co Q&A
Managed to get your hands on our latest collaboration beer - "Childless Cat Ladies"? Well then this is the episode for you. Throughout the show we sit down with Stephen from Tay Brew Co to deep dive into our collabortion brew day as well as showcasing some of Tay's recent core offerings. We…
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Hopposites Attract 022 feat. Preston Pub Fest Special
After a busy Summer full of brewery Q&As, festival appearances, weddings and holidays... it was nice to finally sit down as just the two of us to discuss our summer of craft beer. So, sit back and enjoy a double sized Hopposites Attract episode full of beery goodness. You can expect to hear…
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Episode 68 - Baron Brewing Q&A
Join Toby as he welcome's Jack Baron to the podcast, the brains and the braun behind Baron Brewing. Throughout this episode you can expect to find out all the ins and outs of running a one man band in the brewing industry, along with all the details behind some of Baron's boldest beers and an...
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Episode 67 - Weekend Project Q&A
Join Toby as he sits down with one of the North West's most exciting new breweries... Weekend Project. Throughout the show we discuss the re-launch of the brewery, the association with Mobberley Brewhouse and review 3 of their current offerings. From new pale ales to bold IPAs.
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Episode 66 - Bianca Road Q&A LIVE
LIVE from Styal Craft Beer Festival.. I was very drunk by this point so I truly can't remeber what we spoke about or drank but we had fun and you will too.
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Episode 65 - Courier Brewing Co Q&A LIVE
Toby & Rob are joined LIVE by Freddy of Manchester's very own Courier Brewing Co for a deep dive into the world of beer, punk and brewing. Freddy delivers high levels of wizardy behind the scences of brewing and take us on a tour of 4 of their beers that were on show at Styal Craft Beer Festival....
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Hopposites Attract 021 LIVE at Styal Craft Beer Festival
Join Toby and Rob LIVE from Styal Craft Beer Festival for an introduction of what's to come over the coming weeks. We dig into some fresh beers from Montecasino, Hush, Courier, Bianca Road and more. A big thank you to The Beer Shelf in Leyland for sponsoring our Impy Stout Bottle Share at the...
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Hopposites Attract 020
We're back... Join Toby & Rob as they return to the mic after a 2 month break. Lots of beer talk, beer reviews, beer games and more.
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Hopposites Attract 019 - North V South
Join Toby & Rob as they discuss England's No.1 brewery, as voted for by YOU the listeners! From 16 brewieres down to the final 2... tonight we sit down an explore our interactive voting competition between Englands finest and annouce the winners from each stage of the competition. If you'd like…
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Episode 64 - 4th Birthday Party
Join Toby & Rob as the celebrate their 4th birthday in style. Joined by Dane from Phantom Brew Co, Jamie from Ticking Clock Brew Co and many guests from our MVOCB family. Throughout the show we dive into: - Q&A with Phantom plus 3 of their beers - Q&A with Ticking Clock and an insight into their...
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Hopposites Attract 018
Want to know what the highest rated beers are of 2023, according to Untappd? It's eye opening to say the least... Join Toby & Rob as they sit down for another Hopposites Attract episode fueled by Double IPA's and mid life angst. We dig into DIPAs from Rivington & Azvex whilst disussing; Brews of...
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Episode 63 - Fierce Beer Q&A
Join Toby & Rob as they deep dive into Scotland’s absolute finest craft beer with Stu from Fierce Beer. Throughout the show we get right into their new branding, new core range, upcoming (now live) crowdfunder, tap rooms, football and so much more. The beers we drank were: Go Easy - Pale Ale…
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Episode 62 - Pretty Decent Beer Co Q&A
Can you really get something better from Tesco for £1? Join Toby & Rob as they sit down with Sarah & James of Pretty Decent to find out. Throughout the show we dive into the intruguing world of Pretty Decent Beer Co, London, by drinking 4 of their latest offerings from their recent "Alt Beer" to…
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Hopposites Attract 017
What's your most unpopular opinion on the craft beer scene? Tune in to hear Toby & Rob dig into your submissions whilst trying to avoid being "cancelled". Throughout the show you can expect the usual; What's Hoppening - News from North Brew Co, Vault City, Verdant and more. Brews of the Month -...
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Episode 61 - Full Circle Brew Co Q&A
Join Toby & Rob as they welcome Ben & Alex from Full Circle Brew Co from up in Newcastle for a full length drink-a-long and Q&A. Throughout the show we dive into a wide variety of beer styles whilst Alex talks is through the brewing process & inspiration behind the beers. Ben talks us through the...
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Hopposites Attract 016 (PART TWO) - Battle of the DIPA
Following on from last week's cliff hanger... we're back in your life with the second half of our evening with Sam from We Can Be Friends who was a fantastic emotinal support throughout our foray into Battle of the DIPA. Throughout the episdeo we drink 6 different UK and US Double IPAs and put…
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Hopposites Attract 016 (PART ONE) - Alcohol Free Beer
Join Toby & Rob as they sit down with Sam of We Can Be Friends to discuss the lastest big name in Alcohol Free beer. Throughout the show we dive right into discussing Super Liquid, an AF IPA brewed in London and currently taking social media and local bottle shops by storm. Want to know more......
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Episode 60 - Vibrant Forest Brewery Q&A
North meets South in this one as Toby & Rob are joined by the brilliant Ryan from Vibrant Forest Brewery from The New Forest, Southampton. Throughout the podcast we review 6 fantastic beers ranging from hopped lagers and pales to fruited sours and imperial barrel aged stouts. Ryan discusses the...
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Hopposites Attract 015 - Beer of the Year Awards 2023
Join Toby & Rob as they put your suggestions for your top 9 favourite beers to the test to curate the UK's Beer of the Year Awards 2023. Throughout this hour long special we discuss; Festive period beers Toby's Top 9 beers of the year Rob's Top 9 beers of the year Our social media communities...
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Episode 59 - 360 Brew Co Q&A
Join Toby & Rob as they sit down with Lawrence from 360 Degrees Brew Co from Sussex, as they dive into 3 of their latest core offerings and discuss the growth of the brewery since it's birth in 2020. During the episode we drink; Sussex Haze - Pale Ale 4.5% Double Decker - Stout - 4.9% Wailuku…
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Hopposites Attract 014
What's your dream collaboration beer? Join Toby & Rob as they sit down and take your ideas and discuss the endless possibilities of craft beer mashups. As always you can expect to here: "What's Hoppening?" - News from Alpha Delta, Unbarred, Hop City and more "Brews of the month" - Beers from...
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Episode 58 - Gipsy Hill Q&A
Carbon Negative Beer, anyone? Join Toby & Rob as they sit down with Gipsy Hill's Co-Founder, Sam for an in-depth discussion on the future of craft beer and sustainability in the brewing industry. Throughout the show we drink 4 of Gipsy Hill's most recent Cabron Negative Collaboration series: -...
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Hopposites Attract 013
Join Toby & Rob for a recap an all things craft beer this October. We look back at some big annoucements, big beers and dive into our favourite brews of the month. Including our usual segments: "What's Hoppening?" - News from Overtone, Pomona Island, Northern Monk, Brewser and much more. "Brews…
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Hopposites Attract 012
Join Toby & Rob as they dig into what August and Septmber has to offer in the UK craft beer scene. Help us settle a debate on whether or not £35 is too much for 1 bottle of beer and find out what out current "gateway beers" would be in 2023.
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Hopposites Attract 011
Join Toby & Rob as they dive into all the weird and wonderful ongoings in the craft beer world. Throughout this episode you can expect: 📰 What’s Hoppening? - News from Thornbridge, Timothy Taylor, Cloudwater, Northern Monk and more. 🍻 Brews of the week - Beers from Phantom, Holy Goat, Saltaire,...
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Episode 57 - Brewser Collab Box Drink-A-Long with Q&A
Join Toby & Rob as they welcome Brewser to the podcast for a virtual Drink-A-Long of their most recent collaboration box with Polly’s, SureShot & Overtone. Throughout this episode you will be able to get involved by drinking with us as we discuss the stories behind their latest collaboration DIPA…
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Hopposites Attract 010
Join Toby and his new co-host... as they delve into their recent drinking escapades. Throughout the show you can expect familiar segements such as; "What's Hoppening?" - Including details behind the recent Alcohol Duty Rise, Vault City's 5th Brithday beers and the recent Cloudwater V Series...
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Episode 56 - Otherworld Brewing Q&A
Join Toby as he welcomes Theo Barnes from Otherworld Brewing over in Scotland as they enjoy a variety of beers whilst discussing the story behind a new craft beer name on the high streets. Throughout the show we dive in the background and story of a Lemon Meringue Dessert Beer, a NEIPA and a...
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MVoCB - The Patreon Files 002
Hidden somewhere deep behind a paywall... there are 12 exclusive More Views on Craft Brews episodes that only the truest of true fans have heard before. Today, we unearth a small sample of our patreon exclusive episodes for your own pleasure. From outrageous debates to our jar of mysteries...…
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MVoCB - The Patreon Files 001
Hidden somewhere deep behind a paywall... there are 12 exclusive More Views on Craft Brews episodes that only the truest of true fans have heard before. Today, we unearth a small sample of our patreon exclusive episodes for your own pleasure. From outrageous debates to our jar of mysteries...…
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Hopposites Attract 009
Join Toby & Ben for another installment of Hopposites Attract. Today we sit down and reminisce over some of our most enjoyed beers throughout March and April 2023. This weeks segments: "What's Hoppening?" - News from Cloudwater, Rivington, Turning Point and more. "Brews of the Month" - We discuss...
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Episode 55 - Shiny Brewery Q&A
Join Toby as he sits down with Chris & Mia from Shiny Brewery, Derby. Throughout this episode we dive into the Shiny Brewery world and discuss their journey over the last 10 years. A tradtional cask led brewery that has turned it's head towards the more modern hop-froward craft style. The beers…
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Episode 54 - Bluntrock Brewery Q&A
Join Toby and Ben as they welcome George, Carys and Hugo from Bluntrock Brewery to the podcast. Throughout this episode we dive into the wild world of Bluntrock to discover more about their very "hands-on" approach to brewing, from their handbuilt brewery to the very literal blood, sweat and…
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Episode 53 - Top Rope Brewing Q&A
Welcome back to our first MVoCB Q&A episode of 2023 and out first in 6 months. Join Toby as he sits down with Neil from Top Rope Brewing, Liverpool, to discuss everything there is to possibly link craft beer and wrestling together... You want to know more about those 330ml medicinal looking…
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Hopposites Attract 008
What's the worst ever Untapp'd review you've read? Not sure... we've got you covered. Join Toby & Ben for the 8th installement of Hopposties Attract as they dive into to all things craft beer. Throughout this episode you can expect the following: "Unbelievable Untapp'd Commentary" - A new sgement...
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Hopposites Attract 007
We all have that one friend or family member who just doesn't understand why you like craft beer so much? Well today... you get to meet a special guest who has a very "interesting" take on craft beer. Throughout this episode you can expect the usual segements; "What's Hoppening?" - News from…
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Hopposites Attract 006 - Yonder Mystery Beers
Join Toby & Ben as they reminisce over their christmas and new year beers whilst they put their palette to the test drinking Yonder's Mystery Beers No.1 and No.2. During the episode you can enjoy some of our usual segments; "What's Hoppening" - We discuss new from Wild Beer Co, Twisted Wheel and...
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Hopposites Attract 005 ft. Matt Gyton
There's a southerner on the podcast... I repeat, there's a southerner on the podcast. This week's episode I welcome Matt Gyton, Hop.Gear, to the podcast. Matt is a bar manager down in London and is also a parteon supporter of the podcast. Matt bring his vast knowledge of craft beer to the show...
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Hopposites Attract 004
Join Toby in his first solo podcast since April 2020. Throughout this episode I dive into the current climate in the craft beer industry, from an outsiders perspective, to discuss issues surrounding subcription services, brewery closures and more. As always you can expact the usual segments. This...
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Hopposites Attract 003
003 welcomes the return of Ben to the show after an explosive introduction last time round. Throughout this week's episode we dig into two familiar segments: "What's Hoppening?" - Including news from Azvex, Brewser, Mobberly Brewhouse and Dark Star... "Brews of the week" - Including reviews from...
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Hopposites Attract 002
Join Toby in welcoming a brand new guest host to the podcast - Ben! During this week's Hopposites Attract, Toby & Ben go head to head on all things beer. Find out what is so "Hopposite" about Ben's craft beer journey and why he made for a great guest host... Throughout the 2nd installment of the...
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Hopposites Attract 001
A Change Is A Brewing... More Views on Craft Brews presents Hopposites Attract. A Brand new podcast series that brings together 2 craft beer drinkers from very oppoites ends of the spectrum. Episode 001 brings to you a brand new format and lots of new beers. Throughout the show you can expect: -...
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Episode 52 - Phantom Brewing Co Q&A
Want to know more about “that” brewery with “that” Blink 182 beer…? Join Toby as he shares a couple of beers with Dane from Reading’s very own Phantom Brewing Co. Throughout the show Dane discusses the growth and development of the brewery over recent years as well as taking us on a deep drive…
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Episode 51 - The Donut Series with Amundsen Brewery
Look who’s back!!! We’ve been very lucky to have John & Matt from Amundsen Brewery join us, all the way from Norway, for a run through of their Donut Series this month. Unfortunately, Louis was unable to make the show so you’re stuck with Toby at the helm. Thankfully we made up for it with some...
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Two northern craft beer lovers exploring the ins and outs of the industry, with slight profanity throughout.
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More Views on Craft Brews is created and hosted by Toby O'Brien.
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