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Average Joe and Friends Podcast

A podcast focusing on the people around me throughout my life. Taking a deep dive into friends and family members stories. It becomes a mini auto-documentary by way of interview.

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01:42:33

Episode 57 - BuckleDown Brewing

Average Joe and Friends Podcast ·

2018/09/19

Nice monday morning trip up to Lyons to visit Sean and Ike over at Buckledown Brewing. This is the brewery you need to convince your wife to stop at before or after trips to the zoo with the kids. It is located perfectly to pair with a Brookfield Zoo trip. They were coming off their huge Oktoberfest party and they were there bright and early canning up some fresh Fritzticuffs. The guys are the real deal, blue color all day!

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01:17:53

Episode 56 - Afterthought Brewing Co.

Average Joe and Friends Podcast ·

2018/09/07

Afterthought Brewing was introduced to me by Ryan Jacobs of Saint Errant Brewing, in Episode 17 he referred to their beer as "HILL FARMSTEAD Level".. Saisons are not always thought of as the "Sexy" Style. But god damn is Afterthought making some beautiful beers. It is a small operation, but Mike and now his two brewers are just killing it. You can only get his beer in Glen Ellyn at the OG suburban bottleshop The Beer Cellar. Dave Hawley, owner of the Beer Cellar, has supported Mike's beer from

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02:06:48

Episode 55 - Oswego Brewing Company

Average Joe and Friends Podcast ·

2018/09/01

After an almost 3 week Podcastless streak I ventured west to Oswego Brewing to sit down with Marc Wilson and Chris H. Marc is the headbrewer at OBC, and just so happens to a World Beer Cup Gold Medal under his belt. Chris is one of the founders and owners of Oswego Brewing, and I would say the 3 of us had a great time. We talked about everything from first brew mishaps to industry trends, and water chemistry. It is an amazing spot and everyone should head out that way and try these really

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01:59:16

Episode 54 - Chi Brew Werks Panel w/ More Brewing,...

Average Joe and Friends Podcast ·

2018/08/13

Adjunct stout talk with "The Avengers" of the Chicagoland Stout game. I was very honored to lead this conversation with 3 guys who make such amazing beer. It was a stellar night for the audience and myself. We got to listen to some great discussion and drink some incredible beer. All 3 brewers spent time with the audience after the recording and appeared to have an absolute blast. The next one of these will be a highly sought after event. I can not wait to do this again. Follow Chicago Brew

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01:50:23

Episode 53 - Pipeworks Brewing with Strong Mike Schallau

Average Joe and Friends Podcast ·

2018/08/09

When you get a shot to talk to the "Master of Barrels" at Pipeworks, you talk to the "Master of Barrels" at Pipeworks! Otherwise known as the "Oaken Nap Coordinator". This was an amazing experience from the conversation to the tasting of different barrels of Murderous and Jones Dog out of random barrels, and even a couple custom blends on the spot. Pipeworks is a true Chicago pioneer and they continue to pump out great products after revolutionizing IPA's in the area! It was an honor to have this

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01:48:46

Episode 52 - Omega Yeast Labs

Average Joe and Friends Podcast ·

2018/08/06

Joined by a couple of brilliant minds, I got an above average education in beer and particularly YEAST! So much fun hearing about all the things that go into Omega Yeast labs and having one of my favorite brewers there to help further the conversation was not bad either. Learn about these Nordic yeasts the lab is putting out. They seem awesome.

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01:54:31

Episode 51 - John Bitterman Beer Historian

Average Joe and Friends Podcast ·

2018/07/31

Finally sat down with my friend and Beer Historian John Bitterman! We used the monkey house as our studio to talk a bit about beer history and beer collectibles. John has an immense collection of Beer history and you can see a large chunk of that on display at the Joiet Historical Society through the end of the year. It is a beautifully done exhibit, and I encourage anyone who has a slight interest in beer to go check it out! Follow John on Facebook: Facebook

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01:59:24

Episode 50 - Aleman Brewing Co

Average Joe and Friends Podcast ·

2018/07/27

What do you do the day after you throw an engagement rager in your brewing space? A nice Sunday Nooner podcast. At least that is what you do when you are Jim and Nate of Aleman. These dudes opened up their space to me at noon on a Sunday and they powered through. Loved hearing their story and drinking their beer. Keep your eye out for these guys. Legit humans. Aleman Social media: Website Instagram Facebook Twitter

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01:34:56

Episode 49 - Dovetail Brewery

Average Joe and Friends Podcast ·

2018/07/18

Hagen and Bill played host to the podcast this week, and treated me to a nice change of pace. Sitting back and drinking lagers, wild Rauchbier, and Wild Table beers has never been more fun. I got an education in "Dovetail German", beer styles, and the "CoolShip". The cherry Kriek they released a day after recording (July 13th) was out of this world good and the tours are legendary. Two guys that bonded in Munich over a "Slaughter Plate" sure have done a lot for furthering these old world styles

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02:22:35

Episode 48 - BrickStone Brewery

Average Joe and Friends Podcast ·

2018/07/11

We hit the brew pub then the impressive production facility. And the thing I noticed the most is that everyone in the town of BearBonnais knows Alex Lovinggood! Such a notable brewery in such a small "Farm Town" Brickstone has picked up so much steam over the years it is hard to picture them as family owned, but they are indeed family owned and Independent. They opened up the doors for me and showed me a great time and some great beers. Matt Offerman took his shirt off mid podcast and Alex sat

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01:42:19

Episode 47 - Off Color Brewing John Laffler

Average Joe and Friends Podcast ·

2018/06/28

I stepped foot in the MouseTrap for the first time. The place was great, nice light refreshing beers and a side of Dark Matter coffee and great atmosphere. But the reason I was there was to talk to a man who stays just about as true to himself and the integrity of his beer as possible in this industry. John Laffler, co-founder of Off Color Brewing. We talked about everything from the current state of things, to how he came up, his time at Goose, bee keeping, and the spark that led them to think

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01:54:39

Episode 46 - Elder Brewing Company

Average Joe and Friends Podcast ·

2018/06/25

Another hometown brewery visit for me. And these two reached a whole new level of LOCAL. They support everything that is going on in the area. They do not jump at events out of their area for more exposure, but choose to partner with businesses in there direct vicinity. From the beer, to the music system, to the decor, local art, and locally made Beef Jerky by www.biteclubnoms.com, this place screams local. They have a great story to tell and I am glad Melissa and Andrew told that story on my

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02:39:36

Episode 45 - The Open Bottle

Average Joe and Friends Podcast ·

2018/06/18

Love and Marriage, and a bottleshop! I sat down with Patrick and Julie Bisch of the Open Bottle in Tinley Park, along with 2 of their "Beertenders" Joe and Michelle. We had a little too much fun I think, but what a great group of people. The place is always on the cutting edge of what is hot in beer. They have put out some of their own great collabs with Hailstorm Brewing in Tinley, and most of all, it is just a cool place run by cool people. I really enjoyed hearing their story. The Open

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02:05:03

Episode 44 - The Beer Cellar

Average Joe and Friends Podcast ·

2018/06/13

I took my first trip up to the Beer Cellar and Glen Ellyn to have a talk with a local beer legend. Dave Hawley! He is the OG of the suburban bottleshop scene, and just an entertaining human to talk to. The conversation was fun and plentiful. Dropping some knowledge on building relationships in this industry, and the tough decisions it can present when it comes to beer buying and selling. Just an overall awesome and positive person. This was the best possible way to spend my Sunday morning

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02:50:38

Episode 43 - Southside Roundtable w/ Open Outcry,...

Average Joe and Friends Podcast ·

2018/06/11

Well, we tried something new. I gathered up 3 owners/brewers from different breweries in a region and had them talk a little beer with me. Hosted and set up by my guy John Brand at Open Outcry, we were joined by Mark Kocol of One Trick Pony in Lansing, IL, and Matt Johnson, brewer at Horse Thief Hollow, just a little ways north of Open Outcry on Western Ave in the Beverly neighborhood. We got down to the bottom of a lot of things, including, glasses, cans, crowlers, and growlers. It was great to

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01:52:17

Episode 42 - Forbidden Root

Average Joe and Friends Podcast ·

2018/06/08

That space though! Maybe the most original and unique places I have been in, with the people to match. Huge Beer selection, crazy cool decor, and the wildest Austrian Crowler Filler i have ever seen. The food menu is legit, and of cours those beers. Hazy, Sour, Belgian, and a whole bunch more. Robert, the owner, is hyper intelligent, well traveled, and really interesting to talk to. Nick is semi-new to the area and making some insanely good beers on a very cool brew system. Forbidden Root

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02:26:16

Episode 41 - Rocky Reef Brewing Co

Average Joe and Friends Podcast ·

2018/06/05

Most people go up to the Northwoods to relax and fish. Well I did that, but I figured, Why not squeeze a podcast in. Last year when I went up to Arbor Vitae, WI to visit my unlce Jeff, We stumbled upon this little gem of a brewery in Woodruff, WI just a couple miles south of my Uncle's place. Little did we know it had ties to my hometown of Joliet. So this year, before going up I tried to find a connection via social media, and like everything else in this world, it involved Brandon Wright of

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01:47:17

Episode 40 - Pollyanna Brewing Company

Average Joe and Friends Podcast ·

2018/05/31

Glad to finally visit Pollyanna Lemont. It has been on my list, and Vince hooked it up. I was treated to some fine beers, a great taproom, and just some solid dudes to talk to. Brian, head brewer/cofounder, Paul (Cofounder), and Vince (Asst. Brewer), did exactly what I love about this podcast. They talked, they had a conversation with me. I could have talked all night with them. I love their perspecitve on the business side of things specifically, and the geniune honesty. And any day talking

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02:11:59

Episode 39 - Une Année & Hubbard's Cave

Average Joe and Friends Podcast ·

2018/05/23

IL Craft Beer Week 2018 Rolls on, as I intrude on Jerry and Dave Nelson, brothers and cohorts at Une Annee and Hubbard's Cave Brewery. These guys have quite the story to tell, from humble beginnings making european inspired beers in a dark space in Chicago(On Hubbard St of Course). To a current space with brand new front windows, thanks to a late 90's chevy blazer, in the Northern suburb of Niles, IL. With them continually crushing every style they venture into, see the Fresh Series (NEIPAs),

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01:41:21

Episode 38 - Hailstorm Brewing Co.

Average Joe and Friends Podcast ·

2018/05/18

So happy to get the chance to sit down with Brandon, Steve and Josh from Hailstorm Brewing. It is my go to brewery. They have next level beer along with music and dope food trucks. But I have been going there for years, and never really knew why Hailstorm came to be. It was really cool getting to hear where all 3 of them came from, and their backgrounds, eventually leading them to this killer place. They are coming straight off some insane collabs, big bottle releases, Craft Brewers conference,

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