Episodes

302Yoda’s Replay Pick: In this special episode of Brewsing Banter, 302Yoda chats with DJ EFN. They talk how he got into Craft Beer, how Drink Champs came to be and why the Father Hoods pod was necessary for this stage of his life. They also delve into some of the other ventures DJ EFN is a part of. Grab a Drink and Pull up a Chair.

This week the Legendary Brew Crew chop it up with Kendrick Knighten and Luis Montalvo Jr, the owners of Houston based craft beer marketing company, The Pint Exchange . They talk how the company got started, their previous and upcoming beer collaborations and future plans. There is also banter about photography, travel and rapping in a small town. This episode features beer from Equilibrium Brewery, Urban South Brewery, Blue Earl Brewing, Burley Oak Brewing and Crowns & Hops Brewing. Grab a Drink...

Fan Favorite Replay: This week “The Legendary Brew Crew”bring talented guitarist Ari O’Neal to the virtual happy hour. They talk about how she found her way to the guitar, playing Coachella with Beyoncé, meeting the Obamas and becoming Ms. Fender. They also talk about future plans post COVID and how her new single “Home” came together. There is also an interesting conversation about childbirth. This episode features beers from Cigar City Brewing, Aslin Beer Co., Brooklyn Brewery, Equilibrium Bre...

This week the Legendary Brew Crew chop it up with with two of the Co-Owners of Tripping Animals Brewing, Juan Manuel Torres & Iker Elorriaga. They share how craft beer sparked an idea that had four families embark on a new path from Venezuela to Miami, FL and how the name of the brewery and the use of animals came about. They also share some insight into Irie Jungle 2023. This episode features beer from Tripping Animals Brewing. Grab a Brew and Join the Banter.

Lew’s Replay Pick: This week “The Legendary Brew Crew” bring Hip-Hop Journalists, Independent Producer and Cultural Critic, Jayson Rodriguez to the social distancing virtual happy hour. They talk about his entry into the rap game, the twist and turns of his career as a Hip-Hop Journalist penning for major rap publications, the shifts in journalism, producing content featuring artists like Pusha T & Goldlink, his experience interviewing some of the biggest names in the game including Jay-Z and be...

Replay: In this episode “The Legendary Brew Crew” discuss the week of Indictments and Arrests of Jussie Smollett, R. Kelly and Robert Kraft. In this episode we sampled beers from Tall Tales Brewing Company and Samuel Adams Brewing Company. Join Us!

Replay: In the inaugural episode we taste beers from Wilmington Brew Works, Harpoon Brewery and Maine Beer Company while discussing voting and other miscellaneous banter

Happy New Year!! For the first episode of 2023 the Legendary Brew Crew chop it up with Elliott Johnson, Co-founder, CEO, and Head of Sales and Marketing for Soul Mega based in Washington, D.C.. They talk how Elliott got into craft beer, his first endeavors in home brewing and how he link up with his business partner, Jahi. Elliott also gives the crew a breakdown on the meaning of the brand. This episode features beer from Soul Mega, Tox Brewing, Dewey Beer and Casita Brewing. Grab a Brew and Joi...

In the final episode of 2022, the Legendary Brew Crew talk the holidays with dad jokes and the year that was. They reflect on their favorite albums of the year, favorite beers and episodes. There is a whole lotta banter in this one. Hope everyone has safe and Happy Holidays. Be kind to one another and will see you in 2023! This episode features beer from Human Robot and Abomination Brewing. Grab Your Favorite Holiday Brew and Join the Banter.

This week the Legendary Brew Crew head to Smyrna, DE to expand their view of fermentation and chop it up with Ron Gomes the Managing Partner, Chief Executive Officer and Modern Alchemist at Painted Stave Distilling. They talk why he walked away from world of academia to crafting premium spirits. how he and Co-Founder, Michael Rasmussen, linked up to create the distillery, converting an old movie house, the history behind a painted stave and being the first Delaware bourbon. This episode features...

This week the Legendary Brew Crew go live from Autumn Arch Beer Project as they release their collaboration Beer with Revelation Craft Brewing Company, Path of the Sun. The Crew give their brief thoughts on Deion Sanders JSU departure, R. Kelly’s surprise album drop, and a of course more banter. At (18:33) they bring Co-Founder of Autumn Arch, Dan Vennard to the stage. They talk about the how the collab came together, their recent beer releases and we get into how Autumn Arch came to be. The epi...

This week the Legendary Brew Crew head to the Northwest Philly neighborhood, Germantown to hang with Laura and Todd Lacy the owners of Attic Brewing. They talk about how Laura and Todd met and bonded over historical re-enactments and craft beer, how Laura’s career pivot was the catalyst for opening a brewery and their GABF award winning beers. They also talk about how Laura and Todd are intentional about the brewery integrating in the community and being a place for everyone. This episode featur...

This week the Legendary Brew Crew travel to Philly to hang out with Jake Atkinson, Co-Founder and Co-Owner of Human Robot Brewery. They talk about how the brewery got started, the story behind the name, and of course Milk Tubes. Jake also shares how lagers became a major part of the Human Robot brand. They also chat about how Jake made his way to the craft beer industry. This episode features beers from Human Robot including a Milk Tube chug. Grab a Brew and Join the Banter.

This week the Legendary Brew Crew chop it up with Award-Winning Beer, Food and Drink Writer Ruvani de Silva (craftbeeramethyst.com). They talk about how Ruvani got into craft beer, her writing journey and how she went from the UK to landing in Austin, TX. Also, what is Snooker? This episode features beer from Misfit Brewing, Evolution Craft Brewing and Liquid Intrusion Brewing. Grab a Brew and Join the Banter.

This week the Legendary Brew Crew talk about the theatrical release of Black Panther 2 (No Spoilers), the blatant disregard of Thanksgiving, the Kyrie Irving controversy and Dave Chappelle's recent SNL monologue. They also get into the Midterm Election results, Twitter’s parody problems and teachers being undervalued. This episode features beer from Montclair Brewery and @blackbeerchick’s Collab with Resident Culture. Grab a Brew and Join the Banter.

This week the Legendary Brew Crew chop it Shaun Taylor, Co-Founder and Head Storyteller of Black Viking Brewing based in Montgomery County, Maryland. They talk the origin of the brand, its ethos and building the community around it. Shaun also gives some insight on where the brand is and its future state. There is also talk about lessons learned from basketball and they throw in some talk about crafting screenplays for good measures. This episode features beer from Black Viking Brewing, Vector B...

This week Yoda and Lew take the reins and chop it up with April Dove (@travelinghoptista), brewer and founder of Tha CommUNITY, a multi brew initiative seeking out a change in the craft beer industry. They talk about how April got into craft beer, her pivot from nursing to the craft beer industry and what Tha CommUNITY is all about. This episode features beer from Dewey Beer, Crowns and Hops and Tha CommUNITY Brew collab with Tideland Brewing. Grab a Brew and Join the Banter.

This week the Legendary Brew Crew chop it up CEO, Demetra Harris and Chief Strategy Officer, Brandi Neloms of Sipping Black Only (www.sipblackonly.com), A community of Black-owned beverage enthusiasts committed to intentionally elevating Blackness one cork, one pour, and one sip at a time. They talk about how Demetra and Brandi linked up, the motivation behind starting the company, and promoting and advocating for black-owned beverage brands. This episode features beer from Brickterranean Beer H...

This week the Legendary Brew Crew chop it up about the new Smile movie (No Spoilers), the week that was and Nikki Minaj having beef with the Grammy’s. Things also got a little heated as they discuss the State of Black America and how we keep moving forward. This episode features beer from Southern Tier Brewing, Dewey Beer and New England Brewing. Grab a Brew and Join the Banter.

This week the Legendary Brew Crew experience the High ABV Life with Wendell Bowden of Brickterranean Beer Hut. Grab a Brew and Join the Banter.

This week the Legendary Brew Crew chop it up with Aubrey Perry, the founder of Crackem (www.crackem.us) an app for beer lovers, helping them save money and find local breweries home or away. They discuss how Aubrey was introduced to craft beer, what was the impetus for creating the app and its functionality. This episode features beer from Green Bench Brewing, Dewey Beer Co., Two Roads Brewing, Black Viking Brewing, Brooklyn Brewery and The Alchemist. Grab a Brew and Join!

This week the Legendary Brew Crew chop it up with entrepreneur, Adena Brewington-Brown aka Black Girl on Tap. They talk about her love of craft beer, the bond it created with her father, how her Instagram page evolved into a brand and the beverage trailer that can be seen going up and down the I95 corridor. This episode features beer from Two Roads Brewing, Modest Man Brewing, Aslin Beer and Human Robot collab with Widowmaker Brewing. Grab a Brew and Join the Banter!

This week the Legendary Brew Crew chop it up with educator, brewer, author, and historian, Mike Stein of Lost Lagers (www.lostlagers.com) a Washington D.C based beverage research firm. They talk about the history of beer in the United States and World and researching long forgotten beer styles and recipes. They also discuss the importance of African-Americans in beer. This episode features beer from Joyhound Beer Company, Human Robot, Mack Brewing, Imprint Beer Co, and Iron Hill Brewery. Grab a ...

This week the Legendary Brew Crew reflect on 9/11 and how it changed things forever. This is also Suicide Prevention Month and the fellas talk about really being intentional when checking in on your folks, allow folks to be who they are and being a safe space. They also get to a whole lot more banter too. This episode features beer from Wilmington Brew Works, Autumn Arch Beer Project, Weyerbacher Brewing and Thin Man Brewery. Grab a Brew and Join the Banter.