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Travel by Proxy - Pandemic Edition
by Andrea Ropella and Aaron Pecha
Travel by Proxy - Pandemic Edition!Andrea and Aaron are currently also traveling by proxy through the wonderful world of books, videogames, movies, tv, and music. Join them as they share a cocktail recipe inspired by the discussion of the week and travel virtually via their screens.Once it's safe to travel again, they'll get right back to the TbP catchphrase: "Travel by Proxy is the show where we leave our house so you don't have to!"Normally, this would be the show description:Each week, hosts Andrea and Aaron will feature a destination anywhere from right in their neighborhood to far off lands. They'll bring you their experience, some history, and a taste of each location in the hope that you'll find something to add to your bucket list......or remove from it!
Episodes
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S2:E72 – #172 We can brunch again?
Episode #172 We can brunch again? Sorry it's been so long since we've put out an episode, Aaron has been struggling with time management since going back to work, along with some other items in his personal life. But this should return us to our regular posting, and we hope that you're all doing...
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S2:E71 – #171 Do you want to play a game?
Episode #171 Do you want to play a game? In today's episode we talk about Union 32, and a lot of random things Sorry for how late the episode was this week. As Aaron mentioned in the intro, between going back to work unexpectedly, and having to deal with the theft of a catalytic converter on the...
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S2:E70 – #170 The Social Distancing Half-Hour of Socialness. Social.
Episode #170 The Social Distancing Social Half-Hour of Socialness. Social. In today's episode we talk about our lives in lock down We'll also get into making pizza from scratch Finally, we taste a Keepsake Cider and a Fair State Co-op Heckin' Chonker Per Andrea's request, here is the link to the...
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S2:E69 – Episode #169 WHAT ARE YOU DOING
Episode #169 WHAT ARE YOU DOING? In today's episode we talk about the projects and hobbies that are sustaining us as lock down continues Aaron has been working on various projects around his home while off work due to Covid-19, and would like to share the following photos of before and after some...
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S2:E68 – Episode #168 Date night in partial isolation
Episode #168 Date night in partial isolation In today's episode we talk about ways to make date night with your live-in significant other special during this time of partial lock down We'll be picking this topic back up next week, but as mentioned in the episode: check out the links below Bon...
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S2:E67 – #167 Life in partial isolation
Episode #167 Life in partial isolation Aka: the sweatpants and comics conversation In today's episode we talk about life in Corona times We'll also get into how Aaron feels about wearing sweatpants in public, and our favorite childhood comics We also taste some Irish Whisky and a weird concoction...
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S2:E66 – Episode #166 In Memorial
Episode #166 In Memorial In today's episode we talk about places we have lost during the Covid-19 lockdown We'll also get into places that are adapting to survive in these crazy times We're obviously not able to bring y'all our normal type of content during this time of lockdown and social...
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S2:E65 – #165 Social distance social episode
Episode #165 Social Distance Social Episode In today's episode we talk about what we're doing during quarantine 2020 We're all finding ways to keep our minds occupied during this time, and for The Best Mayhem it has been a lot of World of Warcraft, some Whiskey, Wine, and lots of water. Aaron has...
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S2:E64 – #164 Staying at home and Escape Rooms
Episode #164 Staying at home and Escape Rooms In today's episode we talk about Escape Rooms and how to experience them while staying at home during the ongoing Covid-19 crisis We have several special guests with us this episode, Alex S., Erin O., and Justin R. We talked about a lot while…
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S2:E63 – #163 The Dubliner
Episode #163 The Dubliner In today's episode we talk about The Dubliner in Saint Paul, MN Taste some Whiskeys Finally, we discuss some history of the oral tradition This is the last of the places we visited at the end of February on our impromptu brewery crawl. While this is not a brewery, it is…
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S2:E62 – #162 Lake Monster Brewing
Episode #162 Lake Monster Brewing In today's episode we talk about our last visit from our impromptu brewery crawl, Lake Monster Brewing, in Saint Paul, MN We'll have tastings of several brews recorded at Lake Monster Finally, we discuss the state of the planet and how the Covid 19 pandemic has...
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S2:E61 – #161 Urban Growler
Episode #161 Urban Growler We recorded this episode a few weeks before MN went into quarantine, so please enjoy this memory of how the world was, and will be again! Stay safe out there everyone! We love and appreciate all of you. Musical Credits: Good Day by Alex (c) copyright 2012 Licensed under…
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S2:E60 – #160 Sody Pop Memrys
Episode #160 We spend some time talking about our favorite memories regarding Sody Pop. Please note that this was recorded prior to everything shutting down due to the Corona Virus pandemic, and we will have one more episode coming out that was recorded in the same time frame. We are adhering to...
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S2:E59 – Episode #159 Blue Sun Soda
Episode #159 Blue Sun Soda In today's episode Andrea sits down with Mark Lazarchic, the owner of Blue Sun Soda We taste two of the options that Blue Sun make Finally, we discuss the soda fountain and the pinball league We would like to thank Mark for sitting down for an interview with Andrea, and...
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S2:E58 – #158 Bang Brewing
Episode #158 Bang Brewing In today's episode we explore Bang Brewing in Saint Paul, MN Taste a few of their beers And learn about their commitment to sustainable brewing We wanted to share the photo that Andrea took of the mounted comparison of the Kernza plant next to a more common Wheat stalk…
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S2:E57 – #157 Cheap Eats
Episode #157 Cheap Eats In today's episode we talk about the foods that are convenient for everyday noshing We'll taste some Shamrock Shakes and Coke Zero Finally, we discuss our favorite guilty pleasures in Fast Food The Shamrock Shake is a wonderful mainstay of spring for us, it's a mint…
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S2:E56 – #156 Adulting at Disney
Episode #156: Adulting at Disney, aka the one where Aaron can't remember lots of words In today's episode we talk about being Child-free Adults at and around Disney and its resorts We'll also taste an experimental concoction of our own design, as well as a scotch and soda Finally, we discuss how...
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S2:E55 – #155 Manila and Japanese Sweets Revisited
Episode #155 Sweets from Manila and Japan Redux. AKA Crinklefest 2020 In today's episode we taste sweets from Manila and Norita We'll also drink some sake Finally, we have to open all the plastic packaging, and you get to hear that all crinkling for about 30 minutes! Musical Credits: Good Day by...
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S2:E54 – #154 The Slanted Door, San Francisco, CA
Episode #154 The Slanted Door, San Francisco, CA In today's episode we talk about The Slanted Door in San Francisco, CA We'll taste some tea Finally, we discuss the history of The Slanted Door Aaron was so excited to sit down and remember his experience at The Slanted Door, as it has really stuck...
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S2:E53 – #153 Vacation Rentals - Muskie River Lodge - Tomahawk, WI
Episode #153 Vacation Rentals - Muskie River Lodge - Tomahawk, WI In today's episode we talk about a rustic converted bar and breakfast in Tomahawk, WI Taste a beer by O'so Brewing Finally, we offer some tips on vacation rentals If you want to learn more about Airbnb or VRBO, please check out…
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S1:E52 – #152 The Local
Episode #152 The Local In today's episode we talk about The Local in Minneapolis, MN Taste a Travel by Proxy original cocktail Finally, we discuss Irish pubs in America, and why we love them We made "the Tangy" using equal parts of Mezcal and Cinnamon Whisky (in this case Fireball, as it's what…
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S1:E51 – #151 the Executive Surf Club
Episode #151 The Executive Surf Club, Corpus Christi, TX In today's episode we talk about the Executive Surf Club in Corpus Christi, TX We'll taste a Shiner Bock Finally, we discuss the Gulf Coast If you want an answer to the Session Ale question, please look here. Thank you for spending another...
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S1:E50 – #150 The 50th Episode Spectacular
Episode #150 The 50th Episode Spectacular!! CW: there is a bell that is rung very frequently in this episode, so be warned if you have any issues with constant ringing bells. In today's episode we talk about 49* memories (we really didn't keep a solid count, but it's a lot) from the first year of...
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S1:E49 – #149 Stacked Deck Brewing
Episode #149 Stacked Deck Brewing In today's episode we explore Stacked Deck Brewing in Saint Paul, MN Taste some of their delicious beer Finally, we discuss the turnover in Saint Paul Breweries Right off the bat, 23 Skidoo means to "go away," "scram," or otherwise leave. I feel Skedaddle is…
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S1:E48 – #148 Ox Cart Arcade and Rooftop
Episode 148 Ox Cart Arcade and Rooftop In today's episode we explore the retro themed Ox Cart Arcade We'll taste a ginger lime Hot Toddy Finally, we learn about the history of this quirky recent revamp Aaron searched high and low, and it appears that he threw the bag away, and all that is left…
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S1:E47 – #147 Tin Whiskers and Gift Exchange
Episode #147 Tin Whiskers and Gift Exchange! In today's episode we talk about Tin Whiskers brewing in Saint Paul, MN We'll taste several brews from their taproom and a Mint Patties Double Stout in our studio Finally, we engage in a spirited non-denominational exchange of gifts. We tasted the Mint...
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S1:E46 – #146 Birch's Lowertown
Episode #146 Birch's Lowertown In today's episode we explore Birch's in Lowertown Saint Paul Taste some of the beer and a cocktail from their menu, with our special guest We really enjoyed our time at Birch's, we were happy to have Kelsey along and tasting with us, and Aaron got to learn the...
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S1:E45 – #145 Toilet Tourism
Episode #145 Toilet Tourism In today's episode we get dirty talking about terlets and what we do with them on the road Our taste for this episode is a take on an old fashioned that has Rum as a base, rather than a whisky. We used Lawless rum for this cocktail. If you'd like to recreate this on…
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S1:E44 – #144 Bent Brewstillery
Episode #144 Bent Brewstillery In today's episode we talk about Bent Brewstillery in Roseville, MN We taste several options at their taproom Finally, we discuss the history of Bent (and a lot of really old monetary systems) The law in the state of MN (Section 340A.22) that governs micro...
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S1:E43 – #143 Tongue in Cheek
Episode #143 Tongue in Cheek In today's episode we talk about Tongue in Cheek in Saint Paul, MN We taste another hard seltzer from Fulton Finally, we discuss the concept behind Tongue in Cheek, and what makes it special to us The Photo attached is all rights reserved to Tongue in Cheek, and is...
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S1:E42 – #142 3rd Act Brewing
Episode #142 3rd Act Brewing In today's episode we talk about 3rd Act Brewing Taste a Berliner Weisse from 3rd Act Finally, we discuss the history of 3rd Act Brewing While Andrea really enjoys the Berliner Weisse, while Aaron found it didn't mesh with his own palette, as many of the beers that he...
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S1:E41 – #141 Little Thistle Brewing Company
Episode #141 Little Thistle Brewing Company In today's episode we explore Little Thistle Brewing Company in Rochester, MN Taste their Brave Woman Scotch Ale Finally, we discuss the history of this thistle inspired brewery In further research, the Crowler craze is mostly of the 32 oz size, and 26…
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S1:E40 – #140 Roadside Attractions Social Episode
Episode #140 Roadside Attractions Social Episode In today's episode we break from our normal format for our regular 5 episode break, and talk about Roadside Attractions in our Social Episode We're drinking more of Bubba's Secret Stills Brown Liquor, this time with the Eggnog we wanted in the...
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S1:E39 – #139 Fulton Hard Seltzer
Episode #139 Fulton Hard Seltzer In today's episode we discuss Fulton brewery and their local Minnesota roots We'll also taste Fulton's Blood Orange Hard Seltzer Finally, we learn about some of the history of Fulton Brewery Right off the bat, we were confused about which sugar type is table…
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S1:E38 – #138 Road Food
Episode #138 Road Food Sippy Cup Edition Today we’re tasting a hard latte from Brown Bromber and Insight Brewing’s Rowdy Uncle. Aaron and Andrea definitely enjoyed the Brown Bomber, but found it super dangerous while Aaron couldn’t quite get past the beer flavor in the Rowdy Uncle. He still…
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S1:E37 – Episode #137 Hudson's Hamburgers
Episode #137 Hudson's Hamburgers In today's episode we explore Coeur D'alene, Idaho, and talk about the taste of historic Hudson's Hamburgers We'll also taste a hand-crafted secret spice liqueur, and make a cocktail of sorts Finally, we learn about the history of this historic tourist-town…
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S1:E36 – #136 Tiki Bars
Episode #136 Tiki Bars In today's episode we explore the wonderful world of Tiki We taste a Tiki inspired drink (the same we had last episode) Finally, we discuss a bit of the history of Tiki bars If you would like to see what Critiki is about for yourself, check out their website and begin to…
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S1:E35 – Episode 135 Go to Menu Items
Episode 135 Go To Menu Items We're talking about our favorite standard menu items. The taste of this episode is a Lyford Cay Rum Dum, Batch. 1 cup Lemon Juice 1 cup Simple syrup 2 cup Water 1 Egg white 1 and a half ounces of light rum 1 ounce of dark Jamaican Rum Combine the lemon juice, simple...
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S1:E34 – Episode #134 The Little Oven
Episode #134 The Little Oven In today's episode we talk about The Little Oven in Saint Paul, MN Discuss take home deals from restaurants Finally, we taste a Surly Furious, because nothing tastes better with pizza than beer*! Aaron has eaten at, and enjoyed The Little Oven several times, and it is…
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S1:E33 – #133 Red Cow Uptown Minneapolis
Episode #133 We're in Uptown Minneapolis, MN, checking out Red Cow We bask in their delicious menu and enjoy a classic "Death in the Afternoon" minus the champagne (but really, it's just Absinthe on ice) As mentioned in the episode, a Death in the Afternoon is credited to author Ernest Hemingway,...
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S1:E32 – Episode #132 The Great Minnesota State Fair
Episode #132 The Great Minnesota State Fair In today's episode we talk about the Minnesota State Fair, and all the trappings thereof We'll also get into the food that we ate on our trip (and some that we didn't get a chance to eat) Finally, we discuss a beer that Aaron tasted (and didn't enjoy)…
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S1:E31 – 131 Wursteries and German Beer
Episode 131 Wursteries and German Beer We're in Indianapolis with Maggie Schulz as she tells us about Heidelberg Haus. The taste of this episode is beer from Bad Weather Brewing! We wanted to have something from Waldman, but they were closed on our recoding day and thus we’ll have to taste it...
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S1:E30 – Episode #130 The Honeymoon Experience
Episode #130 The Honeymoon Experience In today's episode we talk about Aaron's honeymoon trip on the high seas, and to Disney World. We're also joined by not one, but two special guests this episode! Justin is back from Episode #128, and Maggie was there to record her guest spot for Episode #131,...
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S1:E29 – Episode #129 Keepsake Cidery
Episode #129 Keepsake Cidery In today's episode we explore Keepsake Cidery Taste their delicious Cider Finally, we learn about the difference between Pitching and Wild yeast The official term for a person who makes cider is Cidermaker. There seems to be some discussion about the term, but...
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S1:E28 – Episode #128 The Thrilla from Manila
Episode #128 The Thrilla from Manila In today's episode we explore the city of Manila in the Philippines Taste some Red Horse beer and learn about what it's like to travel to the Philippines for work We were super exited to have Andrea's spouse Justin join us to share his stories of travelling to...
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S1:E27 – Episode #127 The Japanese candy edition
Episode #127 Japanese Candy Edition In today's episode we explore an Anime Convention Taste some Japanese candy And discover what it means to drink pure sugar water In further reading about Kit Kats in Japan, we found that there have been over 300 varieties created for the Japanese market and you...
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S1:E26 – Episode 126 - Brooklyn Breweries
Episode 126 Brooklyn Breweries We're in New York talking about the blackout and some breweries we visited. The taste of this episode is Ommegang's Rosetta. We'll also discuss Folksbier, Other Half, Brooklyn Brewing, and more. It's a little more freeform than some of our more focused episodes, but...
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S1:E25 – Episode #125 The Dumps
Episode #125 The Dumps We're Taking another 5th episode break from our normal format to bring you tales of our not-so-fun travel experiences; as, well, not everything is always perfect and amazing. But bad experiences can help you learn more about yourself and how you will travel in the future…
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S1:E24 – Episode #124 German Beer Halls
Episode #124 German Beer Halls In today's episode we talk about Gastof's in Minneapolis, MN; and Hofbrauhaus in Newport, KY We'll also get into tasting a Bauhaus Wonderstuff Finally, we discuss a Ratskeller and the Reinheitsgebot We had a lot of fun reminiscing about our trips to German Beer…
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S1:E23 – Episode #123 The Newsroom
Episode #123 We're in Minneapolis, MN at The Newsroom in Downtown. Photos from google users located here The taste of this episode is a Mezcalita, and talk about some hot sauces that Andrea brought back from her trip to Mexico. As promised, the answer to where Tequila is from is: "primarily in…
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Travel by Proxy - Pandemic Edition!Andrea and Aaron are currently also traveling by proxy through the wonderful world of books, videogames, movies, tv, and music. Join them as they share a cocktail recipe inspired by the discussion of the week and travel virtually via their screens.Once it's safe to travel again, they'll get right back to the TbP catchphrase: "Travel by Proxy is the show where we leave our house so you don't have to!"Normally, this would be the show description:Each week, hosts Andrea and Aaron will feature a destination anywhere from right in their neighborhood to far off lands. They'll bring you their experience, some history, and a taste of each location in the hope that you'll find something to add to your bucket list......or remove from it!
HOSTED BY
Andrea Ropella and Aaron Pecha
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Travel by Proxy - Pandemic Edition!Andrea and Aaron are currently also traveling by proxy through the wonderful world of books, videogames, movies, tv, and music. Join them as they share a cocktail recipe inspired by the discussion of the week and travel virtually via their screens.Once it's safe...
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