Episodes

REPLAY SERIES: This week, the Legendary Brew Crew invites the talented rising country music artist, Karisma Brown, to share her inspiring journey on the podcast. Karisma takes us on a poignant narrative, recounting her upbringing in a quaint Georgia town and her subsequent enlistment in the Air Force. However, she soon realized that military life was no longer her path. With her trusty songbook in hand, Karisma embarked on a soul-searching journey through the melodies and lyrics she penned, ulti...

This week the Legendary Brew Crew cracked open a conversation that went way deeper than beer. We sat down with Hannah Ison, brewer, industry leader, mom, deadlifter, and certified chaos coordinator to talk about her wild journey from grassroots politics and backpacking through Guatemala to running brewing operations and helping shape the future of craft beer in Pennsylvania. We got into everything: The beer that changed her life Hostel hopping, wanderlust, and finding breweries around the world ...

This week on Brewsing Banter Podcast, the Legendary Brew Crew links up with Chicago filmmaker, writer, and producer Will Adams, the creative mind behind the viral satirical “ Tube-E Movie ” everyone’s been talking about. We dive into the world of indie filmmaking, internet culture, comedy, and the accidental art of making a “bad” movie on purpose. Will breaks down how years behind the camera, learning through failure, and understanding the audience led him to creating one of the funniest indie c...

This week the Legendary Brew Crew are fresh off the chaos, camaraderie, and craft excellence of the Craft Beer Conference in Philly, and yeah… we’re still recovering We kick things off the only way we know how: What We Drinking Today , featuring everything from an easy-sipping American pale ale with real cultural roots to a wild, lavender-colored sour that had us questioning reality (and lactose tolerance). From there, we get into the real meat of the trip: The biggest takeaway from CBC? Beer al...

First things first—This episode is coming in delayed because Craft Beer Conference in Philly had us OUTSIDE… responsibly irresponsible. Too many pulls, too many conversations, not enough water. You know the vibes. This week, the Legendary Brew Crew kicks things off debating whether “prompt engineering” is a real thing or just another job somebody made up on the internet and somehow that spirals into dolphin conspiracies, Atlantis construction projects, and one of the wildest PTO discussions you’...

What do pagers, Blockbuster nights, yacht rock, and craft beer have in common? Absolutely nothing… and somehow EVERYTHING on this episode of Brewsing Banter Podcast . The Legendary Brew Crew is back with another hilarious, unfiltered conversation—kicking things off with bold craft beer picks, including a barrel-aged 14% brew, a crisp rice lager, and a spotlight on Black-owned brewing excellence. But as always, the drinks are just the beginning. This episode quickly turns into a nostalgic deep di...

The Legendary Brew Crew is back with another high-energy episode of Brewsing Banter , blending craft beer culture, real-world conversations, and unfiltered humor. This week, we kick things off with a lineup of unique pours—including a heavily fruited smoothie sour and a six-year-old “back of the fridge” beer that turns into an unexpected taste test experiment. Does beer actually expire? Or can certain styles hold up over time? We break it all down. We also tap into: The upcoming Craft Beer Confe...

This week on Brewsing Banter , the Legendary Brew Crew pulls up with a fresh pour and an even fresher debate that might divide the culture… Does Drake actually have a classic album ? Yeah… we went there. But first—St. Paddy’s vibes are in full effect 🍀 as we crack open an Irish oatmeal stout and get into the real story behind Saint Patrick’s Day… not just the green beer version everybody celebrates. From there, it’s pure Brewsing Banter: Craft beer picks + Black-owned brewery love The truth abou...

In this episode of the Legendary Brew Crew taps in with Atlanta marketing strategist and culture architect Craig Stroud , the visionary behind Ale Max —a movement blending craft beer, sneaker culture, and community into one unforgettable experience. What started as a single beer collaboration has evolved into a multi-city cultural event celebrating limited-release beers, sneaker collectors, and brewery collaborations , Craig joins the crew to break down how Ale Max connects breweries across the ...

This week the Legendary Brew Crew are back in the virtual taproom breaking down culture, hip-hop, and headlines, all while sampling standout craft beers. We kick things off reflecting on the 100th year of Black History Month and highlights from the NAACP Image Awards, then get into the Hollywood convo around the Screen Actors Guild Awards and who shows up for which rooms. Hip-hop takes center stage as we debate a potential 50 Cent vs T.I. Verzuz battle — catalog vs impact, South vs New York, and...

This week in the virtual taproom, the Legendary Brew Crew link up with Darius and Travis of Gypsum Love Brewing — two friends shaking up the Delaware beer scene with science, soul, and straight-up grit. In this episode we tap into what really matters, the two entrepreneurs went from dollar beer nights and Heinekens in hand to building a brewery from scratch. Darius breaks down how a STEM brain, failed first batches, and a ChatGPT-assisted brew system turned into a serious operation. Travis keeps...

This week, the Legendary Brew Crew taps in with Maalik Stark, head brewer at Zero Day Brewing and certified stout lover, for a wide-ranging conversation that starts with what’s in the glass and spirals exactly where you expect. From black lagers that drink like stouts and hazy IPAs brewed with fancy mangoes we couldn’t identify, to the reality of learning on the brew deck the hard way, Malik breaks down his path from homebrewing experiments to running a ten-barrel system in central PA. We get in...

Seven years in, and we’re still here, still loud, and still arguing about nonsense like it’s a sport. The Legendary Brew Crew celebrates Year 7 snowed in, with drinks in hand, questionable takes on dry January, non alcoholic Guinness, real beer opinions, and the eternal debate nobody can solve: can men drink martinis out of martini glasses? From polar vortex madness and liquor store sales spikes, to brunch culture conspiracies, masculinity myths, and why Brewsing Brunch might be the next movemen...

This week the Legendary Brew Crew pull up a chair with Shahin Khojastehzad, founder of Handshake Persian Digestif , for a wide-ranging conversation that goes far beyond what’s in the glass. From growing up Iranian in Maine to cutting his teeth in the beer world, Shahin breaks down how flavor, culture, and identity collide in his work, and why bitters and digestifs exist in nearly every culture on the planet, even if we don’t always call them that. We talk Persian blue salt lagers, ethical sourci...

This week the Legendary Brew Crew kicks it the only way we know how, cracking drinks (or not 👀), talking culture, and letting the conversation go wherever it wants to go. We start with what’s in (and not in) our glasses, including a spotlight on Black-owned breweries like Liquid Intrusion and Soul Mega, plus a real conversation around non-alcoholic beer, Dry January, and the sober-curious movement . Is NA beer the future—or just a phase? We debate it. From there, things take a sharp left into TV...

The Legendary Brew Crew is BACK for the New Year, and things go exactly how you’d expect—off the rails in the best way possible. Rob kicks off 2026 embracing Dry January with a non-alcoholic hazy IPA, sparking a hilarious and surprisingly thoughtful debate about sober-curious culture , social drinking, and whether you really need alcohol to enjoy beer culture. From NA brews to brewery survival tips, the crew breaks down how to still support local breweries during the toughest months of the year—...

This episode to close out the year took place back in September as we went live on Instagram and YouTube and cracked open something special with the team behind Hennessy Creek , the first Black-owned farm brewery in Maryland. We chat with Drs. Tracy & Vaughn Wallace and head brewer Leon Hill to talk legacy, land, and the leap of faith it takes to turn a dream into a brewery rooted in community. From the grind of building a farm brewery, to honoring family history, to creating a space where cultu...

On this episode the Legendary Brew Crew links up with the homie Harrison Albert , Creative Director of Dewey Beer Co . (USA Today’s #1 Brewpub in America), for a full-pour conversation that’s equal parts beer geekery, art school chaos, and straight-up hilarity. Harrison takes us inside the world of Dewey and gives insight on how he went from art school to becoming apart of the creative brain trust behind Dewey’s iconic labels, merch, and events. We also talk beer programs, the beer that first ho...

This week, the Legendary Brew Crew pull up to the 320 Market Cafe in Media, PA to chop it up with Dante , the founder of Ahmad’s Body Shop (ABS) , and his right-hand man/childhood friend, Brandon (affectionately known as "The Bully" or the "No Man"). Spoiler: They aren’t fixing transmissions Dante breaks down the powerful mission behind the brand—honoring his late cousin Ahmad by creating a space for Black men to navigate grief and find fellowship. We get into the necessity of having a "Bully" i...

What up Brewsers! This week, Delaware State Rep and comedian Madinah Wilson-Anton joins The Legendary Brew Crew at Autumn Arch Beer Project for a hilarious, insightful convo on politics, community, identity, and why comedy keeps her grounded. From root beer at a brewery to school funding, HOA chaos, and Brew Crew jokes flying nonstop, this episode delivers heart, humor, and classic BB energy. Grab a drink and tap in. What We Drinking Today: Duchenne Smile - Mango Golden Sour - 6.5% - Autumn Arch...

This week the Legendary Brew Crew pulls up t0 The Mecca , and it’s a whole vibe. We chop it up with Sizzle Perry , founder of Crafted Culture and Mecca Beverage House , about building Central Ohio’s first Black-owned brewery collective where collaboration is the culture and the vibe is the fuel. From hard lemonade infused with fruit wine to 21% Braggots on tap, Sizzle breaks down how he turned shared space into shared success, creating a home for Black brewers to grow, brew, and thrive together....

What happens when a classically trained music teacher trades sheet music for stainless steel? In this episode the Legendary Brew Crew, chop it up with Shalanda Jackson, a New Jersey native turned New Orleans brewer, about her wild career pivot from teaching to tank cleaning and how it led to her creating space for culture and color in craft beer. We talk about: The hustle of brewing at Urban South, one of Louisiana’s biggest breweries How her music background helps her find rhythm in recipe deve...

What up Brewsers! This week the Legendary Brew Crew chops it up with Sweet Mama herself, Jen Heasley, the force behind Sweet Mama’s Mambo Sauce. From running track at Penn State to running a catering business, Jen walks us through her journey from teaching in the classroom to teaching taste buds everywhere. She breaks down the story behind her signature sauces (yes, eight flavors and counting), the hustle of getting them onto store shelves, and why catering remains the true heart of her business...

What up, Brewsers! The Legendary Brew Crew is back and we’re tapping in with none other than Greg Engert, Partner & Beer Director of the Neighborhood Restaurant Group and the force behind Snallygaster , D.C.’s monster of a beer festival. We crack open some brews and chop it up about Greg’s journey from studying English lit to curating world-class beer programs, the wild origins of Snallygaster, and how a small Oktoberfest parking lot party turned into one of the nation’s most epic beer fests. Gr...