Thirsty To Explore: A Beer & Travel Podcast

09/07/2024

I talked to Uncle Nate almost 2 years ago before The Other One Brewing Company had opened it's doors, and this last week I was finally able to get out to the brewery and see what Nate's vision had become and to sample a few of his tasty beers. If you're ever in the coastal area of Maryland make sure you stop in and even if you're not in the area, learn about the process of opening the brewery by listening to Uncle Nate's interview by going to https://linktr.ee/thirstytoexplore

08/05/2024

Our friends over at Big Beach Brewing Company just won at the World Beer Cup! Show them some love, and check the link in the comments to listen to our chat on the podcast.

The beer was named one of the three best German-Style Schwarzbier's in the world.

21/02/2024

In our latest episode, I'm chatting with Josh Maxon from Confluence Brewing Company in Des Moines, Iowa about their rotating beer selection, what it means to be a brewery in Iowa, and what one could do when visiting the state capital.

You can go to https://linktr.ee/thirstytoexplore to give it a listen!

14/02/2024

When you think "romantic" what beer comes to mind?
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Tell us in the comments

12/02/2024

Anyone using Discord can now join the community server and continue the brewery and travel discussions. Please join and invite all your beer loving friends!

Check out the Thirsty to Explore community on Discord - hang out with 1 other members and enjoy free voice and text chat.

24/01/2024

The fantastic power of breweries!

Being a neurodivergent person, this article spoke to me and in an effort to support all people everywhere I find it important to share this with others to build bridges through understanding.

Growing up, it was difficult to find environments that gave me a sense of belonging. But when I walked into Aftershock Brewery, I instantly felt at home.

28/11/2023

On our latest episode I'm talking with Russ Tinsley from Oozlefinch Beers & Blending about experimenting with beer flavors, the need to start a secondary beer brand, the significant history of Fort Monroe, and the meaning behind the brewery’s name.

Go to https://linktr.ee/thirstytoexplore to give it a listen!

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22/11/2023

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Remember what truly matters this holiday season.

(And use find.stonebrewing.com for any last-minute needs of the fermented variety.)

06/11/2023

Had a great time this weekend going to the Festival of Wood & Barrel-Aged Beers in Chicago, IL getting to meet some awesome people and drink some fantastic and unique beers. A big thanks to the Illinois Craft Brewers Guild for putting it on and asking us to attend.

23/10/2023

On a Halloween themed episode I talk with Emmanuel from Cerveza Zombie Cat in Villa Ballester, a suburb of Buenos Aires, Argentina. We discussed the Argentine beer culture, horror movies, cat p**p, beer importing, and surviving a zombie apocalypse. Special music provided by Pitch Black Manor.

Visit your favorite podcast streaming service or https://linktr.ee/thirstytoexplore to listen.

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12/10/2023

Speaking with MoMac Brewing Company brewmaster Chris Richards we discuss the maritime culture of Portsmouth, British beer, fartlek, what to do in the area, and mosquitos.

Visit your favorite podcast streaming service or https://linktr.ee/thirstytoexplore to listen.

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25/09/2023

On this episode I talk with Ray Stout from the Illinois Craft Brewers Guild about the upcoming Festival of Wood & Barrel-Aged Beers in Chicago, IL. We discuss the art of barrel aging, what to expect as an attendee of the fest, and what it does for the community as well as the whole state.

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-festival-of-wood-barrel-aged-beer-the/id1637788900?i=1000629014971
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2oA94kYX509OZRX6sonDHG?si=iY0-V-WtQMiPtghJij6fWw

Host Andy Erickson will be leading discussions and interviews with people from breweries and beer locations trying to help you find your next favorite destination when you hit the road or take to the sky.

11/09/2023

Talking with Eric Williams from Billsburg Brewery about what it means to brew in one of America’s oldest areas, creating a space for both the community and tourists, and early American history.

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4A4LQEVyAFuvcmJkIkG6Wf
Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/billsburg-brewery-beer-community-tourism-and-american/id1637788900?i=1000627394836

Host Andy Erickson will be leading discussions and interviews with people from breweries and beer locations trying to help you find your next favorite destination when you hit the road or take to the sky.

20/08/2023

Talking with Stephanie and Emma from Fresh Air Friendship about their quest to see all the state parks of Illinois, visiting a brewery with each one, and their partnership with the Illinois Craft Brewers Guild. Listen to the interview below!

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fresh-air-friendship-illinois-state-parks-hiking-friendships/id1637788900?i=1000625002135
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/64MDzenadtfwLVbjv9NxI6

Host Andy Erickson will be leading discussions and interviews with people from breweries and beer locations trying to help you find your next favorite destination when you hit the road or take to the sky.

15/07/2023

So excited for our friends at Funkytown Brewery for winning the Samuel Adams craft beer competition! Way to go guys!

Make sure you listen to our episode of the podcast when we chat with Funkytown.

The founders of Chicago’s Funkytown Brewery went from brewing beer in a garage to winning the national brewing competition.

15/07/2023

We've got new episodes coming, so the best way to know when they release is to follow us on your favorite podcast listening service.

While you're there, make sure to rate us as well, it's the best way to let other people know you like what we're doing with the podcast and that they should be listening too!

https://linktr.ee/thirstytoexplore

27/06/2023

You can now buy us a beer over on Ko-fi! Help us reach our goal to be able to go an visit a new brewery to potentially interview them on an episode of the podcast.

Become a supporter of Thirsty To Explore today! ❤️ Ko-fi lets you support the creators you love with no fees on donations.

04/05/2023

Happy Star Wars Day!

20/04/2023

Episode Revisited: Lost Cabin Beer Co.

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6SorGNinWLHzLtwPg3uPMb?si=eY3GU9vDRtCLmdOuVo9XeA
Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lost-cabin-beer-company-black-hills-mount-rushmore/id1637788900?i=1000587041352

07/04/2023

We certainly don't need a holiday to celebrate beer, but we're not going to complain that there is one!

06/04/2023

Talking with Rich Bloomfield and Zack Day from Funkytown Brewery, a Black-owned startup brewery, about inclusion in the brewing industry, opening a brick and mortar location, music, and bringing brewing and craft beer to new audiences.

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/funkytown-brewing/id1637788900?i=1000607615694
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2XWmAG8vXrzDjKb1DAqRgC

Host Andy Erickson will be leading discussions and interviews with people from breweries and beer locations trying to help you find your next favorite destination when you hit the road or take to the sky.

05/04/2023

Let everyone know in the comments!

03/04/2023

Episode Revisited: Travel Host Ian Wright

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4HZLeguzMPXJuXF2WzX2xW?si=6VSlNTxLRG-UEYsnosqb8g
Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ian-wright/id1637788900?i=1000583756058

30/03/2023

Please make sure you listen and follow us on your favorite podcast platform. You can go to https://linktr.ee/thirstytoexplore to easily find links right to them.

23/03/2023

Episode Revisited: Miskatonic Brewing Company

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3Uw9ehMSMWzOL4FTczjXtF?si=qXxvGEj1SYGcA1POXjaq2g
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/miskatonic-brewing-company/id1637788900?i=1000582072247

17/03/2023

Happy St Patrick's Day! Where are you drinking at today?

15/03/2023

Episode Revisited: The Other One Brewing Company

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7ty62p5SVfOP2Wim1bjbBh?si=u7EOKJ9oRDuG0VWQlHimKg
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-other-one-brewing-company/id1637788900?i=1000578612337

11/03/2023

Episode Revisited: Buzz Bomb Brewing Company

Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/buzz-bomb-brewing-company/id1637788900?i=1000576834841
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7t01B7C7MAP8J4O1AuGwTn?si=V9H5KNYyRNC5vla96MegWw

08/03/2023

We are so happy for our friends at The Other One Brewing Company on their grand opening! We talked with Uncle Nate last year about getting the brewery ready to open, so it's very exciting to see that happen. If you're in the Ocean City, MD area stop in an have a drink.

Links to the podcast episode are in the comments.

This is a GREAT BIG THANK YOU to ALL who came and supported us on our Grand Opening weekend! It was BEYOND any expectation we could've dreamt and we are so v...