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On this latest and greatest episode of the KC Social Grant Waner and Charlie Coburn discuss:
The KC Social Hour #65 Parkville Microbrew Festival
Posted: May 2, 2018 in Podcasts, UncategorizedTags: beer, Brewing, Craft, Craft Beer, Homebrew, Kansas, Kansas City, KC Social, Missouri, podcast, Ruven Ortiz, The KC Social, The KC Social Hour
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We were Live at Parkville Microbrew Fest:
- Woodie Bonds Hip Hops Hooray Beer Festival
- KC Hoptalk
- Red Crow Brewing
- Pete Dulin
- Walnut River Brewing Company
- 3 Trails Brewing
- Shelton Brothers
- Fringe Beer Works
- Colleen and Steven Lindsay
- Kristin Harris Crouse
THE KC SOCIAL #64 Sexism in Beer?
Posted: April 18, 2018 in Podcasts, UncategorizedTags: Brewing, Craft Beer, Kansas, Kansas City, KC Social, Ruven, Ruven Ortiz, Sexism, The KC Social, The KC Social Hour
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From the 1950’s ads portraying women as domestic servants to the modern corona ring card girls in prize fighting. The Obvious thing is the commercials and the branding and we will definitely discuss it as it is a hot topic. Women in the brewery, in the offices, in the taproom, and as customers warrant their own attention and perspective particularly from the female point of view. I want to make explicit that this could be a panel about anything in beer given the expertise of our panel. In our short run of the podcast we have had women discuss beer in general, from the brewing process and marketing perspective. We at the KC social can do better and we will staring now.
Alana Broyles is the owner/operator of Eleven Three KC LLC, a freelance marketing company, and has been working hard to put together an annual local beer calendar with the first launching in August! ELEVEN THREE KC
Annie Davis currently works at Double Shift Brewing on the production side, helps in the taproom and also manages the beer department of a local liquor store and is an active member of Pink Boots Society. She started the first chapter in Missouri for the KC area.
Jennifer Helber’s career as a lab rat for 30+ years has included work in wastewater, academic research, government, and Boulevard Brewing Co. She’s a Beer Judge, and believes “life is short; drink the best beers!” She is a microbiologist people and you can find her at Grain to Glass.
Annie is a Pink Boots Society Kansas City chapter leader but this podcast is in no way an involved of Pink Boots Society as all these opinions are her own.
- The Beer industry is a male dominated industry. What do you perceive to be the main problem areas in regards to sexism in beer today? Or is there even a problem from your point of view.
- Any perspective of the physical demands of brewing? Is there a biased perception of women holding their own?
- Is there a noticeable perception that women only drink wine, cocktails or certain types of beverages? Or that they may not like certain beer styles?
- Is there a noticeable perception that women don’t know about beer and arent taken seriously?
- Mansplaining is condescending or patronizing speak. As I mansplain this, Do you all ever encounter this?
- Are women often ignored or left out by customers, as customers or in industry opportunities promotions events etc?
- Butterfly Farts! Alana posted that a particular beer label was funny to her and a certain prominent male in the beer community took offense. Do we want to be in the business of policing ads and deciding what is offensive and what is not? (show image prop) I stand by my original position that it’s inappropriate and unnecessary to use a naked (female, male or ambiguous) to market craft beer.
- Branding? Images, videos, social media. Does content foster a misogynist work environment?
- Is sexual Harassment prevalent in the beer industry?
- Are there advantages to being a women in the beer industry?
- When I proposed this topic some of the response I got was that this was a “Big Beer,” problem. Is there a problem in Small Beer As Well? Do you have any examples?
The KC SOCIAL #63 Martin City Brewing
Posted: March 29, 2018 in Podcasts, UncategorizedTags: aaron robison, Brewing, Craft Beer, Kansas City, KC Social, Martin City Brewing Company, Missouri, Ruven Ortiz, The KC Social, The KC Social Hour
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Join us at Martin City Brewing with owner Matt Moore and brewmaster Nick Vaughn. We asked:
- What are your favorite beer styles that you most enjoy drinking?
- Nick what is your favorite style to brew?
- St. Patty’s Day Parade? How did that go?
- Nick, How have you grown as a brewer, spontaneous Fermentation and barrel programs?
- What’s up with the Radical Candor, the variations with that. What are future plans for that release?
- The Haze Craze?
- Matt the last time we spoke was was feb 2016, This is your second term man. How does it feel?
- Who does your artwork?
- “Twice the time and 3 times the capital,” That was your mantra for would be brewers back in 2016. You were recently on the radio letting the cat out of the bag on a new Restaurant. Is the old mantra still ringing true and are you general contractor on the project?
- Nick, One of the best brews that Matt and some family members had was #pecanporter. Have brewed it since and not why not?
- Cinco De Mayo Shrimp Boil? What are we missing out on man?
- Yoga and Yoga pants. You guys have a monopoly on beer yoga. #beerYoga The only ones local doing gluten free beer.
- Crowlers
- What do you all see as future trends in Brewing and the business as a whole?
- What has been the most effective marketing tool to drive people to the bar and to buy your beers?
- What do you like to do on your free time?
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The KC SOCIAL, Beer with Music #62 Givon, Sheev
Posted: March 14, 2018 in Podcasts, UncategorizedTags: Brewing, Craft, Craft Beer, Kansas, Kansas City, KC Social, Kory Hochler, podcast, Ruven Ortiz, The KC Social, The KC Social Hour
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We pair Beer to music on this episode. This was fun…
The KC SOCIAL Hour #61B CRANE Brewing Co
Posted: February 16, 2018 in Podcasts, UncategorizedTags: Brewing, Craft, Craft Beer, crane brewing company, Kansas, Kansas City, KC Social, Kory Hochler, Missouri, Ruven Ortiz, Sour Beer, The KC Social, The KC Social Hour
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You do not want to miss out on this Crane Brewing Company podcast! It’s a fun inside look at a dynamic and excellent group of people.
Chris Meyers – Co-Founder
Aaron Bryant – Operations Manager
Christian Coryell– Lead Taproom Bartender
Eric Pageler – Asst. Brewer
Marty Graham – Production Team
Michael Reynolds– Brewer
How was the KC Brew Fest this year?
This is Crane’s second year, what are some of the biggest learning experiences you all have had?
How important is team chemistry? Is it difficult navigating all these personalities toward a common goal?
You have 12 oz 6 packs of non sour beers: Farmhouse IPA, Omar Porter and Trailsmith Farmhouse Ale. Why glass and not cans?
Will you all be doing more .375 ml bottles?
Most of your beers are moderate to low ABV, is that intentional. Do you want more sessionable stuff?
Discuss recent releases: Berry Weiss, Mexican Cake Illuminati, Casting Pearls
You have been doing regular NE IPA’s for the Taproom, How has that been going?
How is brewing an NE IPA different from a regular IPA?
Is it tough keeping pace with the steady stream of new releases?
What are the experimental things are you all are doing, Hop Varieties, barrels, yeast strains, ingredients?
Reserve Member Program
Discuss Upcoming Schedule:
- February 21st – Beer Dinner at District Pour House
- February 24th – Beer Yoga 10am at The Taproom
- February 24th – Extreme Beerfest
Do you foresee distro expansion?
What beers have you ‘retired’? What will be replacing these beers?
Talk to me about the Downtown Revitalization group how did you become involved.
Rock Island Corridor Construction?
Final Thoughts?
The KC SOCIAL Hour #60 Strange Days Brewing Co.
Posted: February 10, 2018 in Podcasts, UncategorizedTags: Brewing, Craft Beer, Kansas, Kansas City, Kansas City Podcasts, KC, KC Podcast, KC Social, Kory Hochler, Missouri, podcast, Ruven Ortiz
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This episode Woodie Bonds co-hosts with Ruven and discusses Hip Hops Hooray Beer Festival.
Co-owner Nathan Howard discusses Strange Days Brewing Company before opening to the public:
- Brief introduction
- How does it feel to be this close to opening your brewery?
- This is a big dream for a lot of people. The aspect of owning your own business but also pursuing the dream of being a brewer with your own beer man. What would be something you would like to share with folks that have similar aspirations?
- Talk to me about this building and location.
- What has been your brewing journey thus far?
- What events or people have been influential in that journey?
- What’s up with the name?
- You guys dig soccer?
- Let’s talk about these Beers man!
Australian Gold, 5.0 ABV, 32 IBU
Australian-style golden ale
Australian-style golden with a mix of bready flavors as well as notes of banana & apple. Brewed with a single-bittering addition of Pride of Ringwood. This style beer has roots in England but was adapted for the warmer Australian climate.
Black & Wit, 5.0 ABV, 19 IBU
Black Belgian-style witbier
A dark twist on the classic belgian-style witbier. Similar to the original, Black & Wit is brewed with a hefty amount of wheat malt and spiced with orange peel & coriander, however this version was brewed with midnight wheat giving it a black apperance. Black & Wit proves a beer can be both light & dark at the same time.
Daydream, 7.0 ABV 21 IBU
French-style saison
A complex yet highly drinkable take on the saison. Daydream is brewed with honey, orange peel, and peppercorn before being dry-hopped with Mandarina Bavaria. A great beer to allow your mind to wander…
Episodes Pale Ale – Sorachi Ace edition, 5.7 ABV, 55 IBU
Single-hop pale ale
1st Episode of our rotating single-hop pale ale series features Sorachi Ace hop. Originally cultivated in Japan, this hop has wonderful aroma & flavor ranging from lemon to dill to pepper.
Estranged, 9.5 ABV 32 IBU
Belgian Dark Strong
A belgian-style dark strong ale with a complex & layered malt bill and a ruby red color. Expect notes of plum, dates, raisins, cherry and a hint of chocolate. This one may leave you feeling a sense of estrangement from all others things. Or maybe just feeling a little bit “strange”.
Japanese Black IPA, 7.8 ABV 80 IBU
Black IPA with Asian spices
Japanese Black IPA is a unique fusion of American Black IPA and asian culinary influences. A highly-hopped beer brewed with barley, rice, and midnight wheat which gives it a nice black appearance and dry finish, allowing ginger & Szechuan peppercorn to mingle with the hop profile.
Sir Real IPA 8.0 ABV, 83 IBU
This beer is surreal. No sir, it is real. Sir Real. Brewed with a simple grain bill to allow for some serious hop bitterness and aroma. Hops used include Warrior, Azacca, Ariana, and Eureka!
The KC SOCIAL Hour #59B MADE Urban Apparel, Vu Radley
Posted: January 26, 2018 in UncategorizedTags: Kansas, KC Social, Kory Hochler, MADE Urban Apparel, podcast, Ruven Ortiz, The KC Social Hour, Vu Radley
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We sat down with the Vu Radley from MADE Urban Apparel, KC’s own clothing label!
Here is some of what we discussed:
- You just got back from Denver, what were you doing down there?
- Describe your journey getting to this point
- The Vietnamese Community in KC
- There is definitely a hip hop element to some of your styles. Can you talk about that hip hop influence?
- I am fascinated with Memento Mori, why did you all decide to do that series?
- Have you all thought of a subscription service?
- How successful was the “dad hat” for you guys?
- Talk to us about the collaborations: Gates Bar-B-Q/the Kansas City Streetcar
- How does it feel when you see someone wearing your designs: Tech N9ne, George Brett, Kory!
- The future of MADE
- The Role of the Royals success
The KC SOCIAL #58B Jeremy Danner, Ambassador Brewer for Boulevard
Posted: January 13, 2018 in PodcastsTags: Boulevard Brewing, Brewing, central states beverage, Craft, Craft Beer, Kansas, Kansas City, KC Social, Kory Hochler, Missouri, podcast, Ruven Ortiz, The KC Social, The KC Social Hour
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Jeremy Danner, Ambassador Brewer for Boulevard
Kory Hochler and I had a few beers with Danner and here are the PODCAST QUESTIONS:
- Give a brief rundown of your job? How long have you been with BLVD?
- Ruven Commentary: Initial Approach vs Now
- Whatcha Wanna Know? Wednesday: Thought Process behind the series.
- What were some of the BLVD beer hits for 2017 and perhaps misses? Any surprises?
- What trends do you foresee in beer for 2018?
- What are your thoughts on NE style IPA’s? Is it strange they take such a departure from traditional IPA elements like appearance and bitterness in particular?
- How are things different with Duvel?
- What are boulevards flagship beers? Most popular of the Smokestack series?
- Does the BLVD marketing philosophy for KC differ vs other city markets?
- Any exciting tech innovations at boulevard software, engineering etc. ?
Good Beer Hunting Article, “I Know What Boyz Like.” Demographics, diversity in brewing. - Market Saturation, micro vs macro, trend toward wine and spirits? What are the biggest obstacles for beer right now?
- Do you even Whales Bro? The KC beer nerd community and Blvd.
The KC Social Hour #57 BKS and Ballast Point Aaron Justus
Posted: November 21, 2017 in PodcastsTags: aaron robison, Ballast Point, Brewing, central states beverage, Craft, Craft Beer, Kansas, Kansas City, KC Social, Missouri, podcast, Ruven Ortiz, The KC Social, The KC Social Hour
