Episodes

306
Nov. 5, 2025

BBP 306 - Policy & Punchlines with Madinah Wilson-Anton

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 Arc...
305
Oct. 15, 2025

BBP 305 - Vibrations Over Libations: Inside The Mecca Beverage House

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. W...
304
Oct. 8, 2025

BBP 304 - From Music Notes to Malt Bills: A Conversation w/ Shalanda Jackson

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 d...
303
Sept. 29, 2025

BBP 303 - Sweet Mama’s Kiss of Deliciousness

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 busines...
302
Sept. 22, 2025

BBP 302 - Snallygaster: From Lot to Legend w/ Greg Engert

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...
301
Sept. 17, 2025

BBP 301 - Breaking Barriers in Beer: A Conversation with Kevin Irvin

What up, Brewsers! In this episode, the Legendary Brew Crew sits down with Kevin Irvin, co-founder of Draught Season, Director of Strategy for Crafting for Action, and the first Black president of the Georgia Craft Brewers Guild. We chop it up about his journey in beer, the fight for self-distribution in Georgia, and why building “proof of concept” matters for breweries trying to thrive in today’s shifting craft landscape. From sipping on collab brews like Stone Fruit Peach Kush Kölsch to break...
Sept. 8, 2025

Bridging History: The Rise of Windy Bridges Brew

What up Brewsers! On this episode the Legendary Brew Crew crack open some dope collabs and chop it up with Marcus Wyatt, the history-making founder of Windy Bridges Brew, the very first Black-owned brewery in Pittsburgh. From sipping Heinekens at the cookout to turning his garage into a brewhouse, Marcus takes us through his wild journey into craft beer. We get into his first brews, his serendipitous link-up with Day Bracey, founder of Barrel and Flow, and how community, family, and culture sha...
299
Aug. 13, 2025

BBP 299 - Block Party Vibes & Craft Beer with Soul Mega

What up, Brewsers! The Legendary Brew Crew is back in the building, and this week we’ve got our guy Elliot Johnson, CEO of Soul Mega, pulling up for his second round on the mic. We crack open some fresh pours and swap stories fresh off Barrel & Flow Fest, a weekend that felt like a family reunion for the Black craft beer scene. From collab brews to skating rink vibes, we break down the festival’s growth, the people, and the love in the air. Elliot takes us behind the scenes of pouring at Barrel...
298
July 30, 2025

Episode 298 - Mic’d Up & Married: The Voiceover Couple’s Hustle

What up Brewsers!! In this episode, the Legendary Brew Crew cracks open a few brews and chops it up with Dom and Nicole Draper aka The Voiceover Couple. We dive into their journey from side hustlers to full-time storytellers, building a voiceover business from scratch and betting big on their vision (and each other). Plus, we talk the wildest VO request they’ve ever gotten (you’ll never sneeze the same again) and how they’re paying it forward by bringing the next generation into the booth. This ...
297
July 23, 2025

BBP 297 - Hospitality, Hustle & a Hint of Villainy w/ Morgan Robinson

What up, Brewsers! The Legendary Brew Crew are back with a special guest who wears ALL the hats—Morgan Robinson, founder of the Hospitality Coalition and part owner of Charlotte’s Babe Cave cocktail bar. We sip, laugh, and talk hospitality hustle. Morgan takes us through her 20-year journey in the industry, from Chick-fil-A at 14 to opening bars, throwing cocktail competitions, and creating spaces that center women’s experiences. We get into her love for craft cocktails, the art of slow-melting...
296
July 10, 2025

BBP 296 - Delaware Burger Battle

What up, Brewsers! In this flavorful episode, we chop it up with JulieAnne Cross, the mastermind behind the Delaware Burger Battle—an epic clash of buns, beef, and bragging rights. From its beer-soaked beginnings at Twin Lakes Brewery to becoming a must-attend, sold-out summer showdown, JulieAnne shares how the Burger Battle is more than just buns and beef—it’s a full-on community celebration with a charitable heart. From meaty strategies for burger domination to the art of judging the perfect ...
295
June 30, 2025

BBP 295 - Crafted For Action: Building Community One Pour at a Time

What up, Brewsers! This week, the crew links up with the powerhouse trio behind Crafted For Action—Jen Price, Shanelle Pickraum, and Kevin “Swirv” Irvin—for a special kickoff to their fifth annual conference. We talk everything from emergency lagers and fridge-aged sours (yikes) to building a thriving, inclusive craft beverage culture in Atlanta and beyond. Jen breaks down how Crafted For Action started as a pivot from a pandemic-halted beer boutique dream and grew into a nationwide platform fo...
294
June 9, 2025

Episode 294 – NBA Finals and Cheesesteaks

What up, Brewsers! On this episode the Legendary Brew Crew serve up a chilled pint of banter, brews, and bold opinions. 🍻 Craft Beer News & Local Shoutouts: RIP to Oscar Wong, founder of Highland Brewing and godfather of Asheville’s craft beer scene. Philly Beer Week gets love as the crew promotes Human Robot’s Logjammin’ fest and the Six Degrees of Kevin Bacon beer collab. Wilmington Brew Works is expanding—right next to a donut and BBQ joint, no less. Delaware breweries entering the THC/CB...
293
June 3, 2025

BBP 293 - Brews & Breakthroughs w/ Sam Kabert

What up Brewsers! This week, the Legendary Brew Crew is back and we're bringing the vibes from coast to coast. We’re sipping everything from hazy IPAs to smoothie-style sours, but the real buzz came from our conversation with bestselling author, TEDx speaker, and Soul Seeker podcast host Sam Kabert . Sam joined us to crack open more than just brews — he dropped deep knowledge on plant medicine, ayahuasca journeys, breathwork, and how reprogramming the subconscious mind can help us finally chi...
Guest: Sam Kabert
292
May 26, 2025

BBP 292 – Kimchi & Kolsch with Dokkaebier

What up Brewers! This week, the Legendary Brew Crew kicks it with Youngwon Lee, founder of Dokkaebier , a bold award winning brewery infusing Asian flavors and stories into every pint. We crack open a Rice Kölsch and a wild card Kimchi Sour (yep, you read that right) while Youngwon breaks down how a Korean kid turned global wine hustler ended up repping his roots through experimental beer in Cali. From jasmine rice and yuzu citrus to kettle-souring with actual kimchi culture (who knew?), we d...
291
May 19, 2025

BBP 291 - We're All Sinners

The Legendary Brew Crew is back hashing out everything from the nuanced naming of our listeners (brewsers vs. brewsettes, anyone?) to a hilarious debate on Spanish grammar and identity politics. Then we sink our fangs into Ryan Coogler's certified horror hit Sinners (spoiler alert). From dissecting Michael B. Jordan’s subtle flex to the film's wild genre mashup, we unpack whether the vampires were even necessary or just some spicy seasoning on an already flavorful stew of storytelling. Plus, w...
290
April 22, 2025

BBP 290 - Beers Around The Way

What up Brewsers! Rob G’s flying solo on this one—but he’s not alone. He links up with craft beer enthusiast and community advocate Jordan Harvey, known online as Beers Around the Way. Jordan shares his hop-filled journey from sipping commercial brews to becoming a passionate advocate for diversity in the craft beer scene. But it’s not just about what’s in the glass. Jordan also highlights his role in the Harvey Wilder Foundation, a family-founded nonprofit supporting HBCU students through scho...
289
April 14, 2025

BBP 289 - Back of the Fridge

What up Brewsers! The Legendary Brew Crew is back! We’re sipping hazy IPAs, cracking open saisons, and realizing—some of these beers might’ve been in the fridge since 2023. 🥴 Welcome to our new segment: “What’s in the Back of the Fridge?” As the crew sips through saisons, ambers lagers, and throwback favorites, they banter about a viral April Fools tip prank gone legal to China's TikTok trade war tactics ($5 Lululemon knockoffs), the crew dives into internet culture and political shenanigans. ...
288
April 7, 2025

BBP 288 - Time Travelers

What up Brewers! On this episode the Legendary Brew Crew dive into another week of bold brews, lukewarm takes, and good old-fashioned banter. From hops to high-tech, the conversation starts with the role of AI in beer-making. Could robots craft your next favorite brew? The crew explores the pros, cons, and the irreplaceable soul that brewers bring to the process. Next up: March Madness mayhem. The crew recaps the Duke vs. Houston showdown, shares takes on the transfer portal, and reflects on c...
287
April 1, 2025

BBP 287 - Lemon-iness

Get ready Brewers, this ones a dozy. Laugh with the Legendary Brew Crew as they tackle the big questions... like, is "lemony-ness" a word? This episode is packed with the guys' signature humor as they explore everything from the mysteries of pink lemonade to the potential for genetically modified fruit. Plus, a serious discussion about the dark web takes a turn when they ponder the value of human skulls! If you're looking for banter episode, this one is for you! What We Drinking Dewey Beer Co....
286
March 24, 2025

BBP 286 - March Madness

Welcome back, Brewers! In this episode, the Legendary Brew Crew dives into another round of craft beer tasting, lively debates, and all things trending in the world of sports and culture. We kick things off with a unique brew from Evil Genius – a bacon-infused beer that sparks a discussion on flavors, food pairings, and whether or not it actually contains real bacon. From there, we shift gears into March Madness, where the brackets are busted, Cinderella stories emerge, and the impact of NIL de...
285
Feb. 25, 2025

BBP 285 - Brewed for the Culture: Black Calder’s Rise

What’s up, Brewsers? This week on Brewsing Banter Podcast, we’re chopping it up with Terry Rostic from Black Calder Brewing, Michigan’s first Black-owned beer brewery. Terry takes us through his journey—starting with a homebrew kit disaster, linking up with co-founder Jamaal Ewing, and navigating the legal landmines of naming a brewery (spoiler: it cost them 15K just to change it!). We get into everything: Grand Rapids’ unexpected beer empire, fluoride in water, why sweet potato pie belongs in...
284
Feb. 19, 2025

BBP 284 - Zuri Pryor-Graves

In this lively episode of Brewsing Banter Podcast, the Legendary Brew Crew kicks things off with their signature energy, diving into the latest beer picks, football fandom (Go Birds!), and some good old-fashioned banter. But the real highlight? A fascinating conversation with special guest Zuri Pryor Graves, a distinguished sex therapist, intimacy coordinator, and sexologist. Zuri sheds light on the crucial role of an intimacy coordinator in film and television, breaking down how the industry...
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Feb. 11, 2025

BBP 283 - Who?

The Legendary Brew Crew is back with another lively conversation, blending nostalgia, culture, and unfiltered takes on everything from lost TV classics to changing media trends. They dive into the mystery of why some beloved shows, likeIn Living Color, seem to have disappeared from streaming platforms and what that means for preserving entertainment history. The discussion shifts to the evolution of music and movies—have CDs and DVDs truly become relics, or are they just being gatekept in the d...