Drink Talk

Episode 77 - 12/16/18 - We go on location to Cedar, an upscale neighborhood bar that serves amazing drinks, to talk with the owner, Nick, and a couple of his bartenders. Drinks were: Busch Light, Coto de Hayas Syrah, Manhattan, a shot of Fernet Branca, and a Cucumber Smash. Cheers!

Episode 76 - 12/2/2018 - Hosts Brian & Britt go on location to Havana Garage to interview owner, Chaz Kline, and general manager, Mick Carlson. Topics ranged from Rathskeller German Bier Haus, the Nifty, owning a cigar bar, tobacco laws, and drinks. A hand picked flight was had and included: Libertas Colonial Rum from Brickway (and Havana Garage), Signet from Glenmorangie, Sinatra Select from Jack Daniel's, Single Barrel Select HG Cask from Blanton's, and Peat Week 14 Year from The Balvenie. Cheers!

Episode 75 - 11/25/18 - Hosts Brian & Britt share some things they are thankful for this Holiday season. Family, friends, opportunities, and you (the audience) are all on the list. Drinks for the talk were a tasting of Goose Island Bourbon County (2016, 2017, & 2018) and Stuffing Beer from Vis Major. Cheers!

Episode 74 - 11/11/18 - Hosts Brian & Britt are joined by Casual Pint regulars: Ray & Andrew as they talk about Veteran's Day. Brian & Ray provide a veteran's perspective and Britt & Andrew provide a civilian perspective. Also, news (both good and bad) about veterans is discussed. Drinks were provided by Casual Pint: Mystery Beer, Celebration by Sierra Nevada, Arabicadabra by Bells, & 60 Minute IPA by Dogfish Head.

Episode 73 - 10/28/18 - Hosts Brian & Britt go on location to Inkwell, an amazing craft cocktail bar in Countryside Village, to talk with the owners and brothers Tyler & John. Topics ranged from: why they decided to open a bar, to Halloween and fear. Drinks were all craft cocktails: Sangre & Sand, Death Flip, In Cold Blood, and a Russian Pumpkin. Cheers!

Episode 72 - 10/14/18 - Alzuri, from Spirit World, joins us as we discuss the fatigue experienced by a lot of people, when it comes to watching the news. Declining viewership, false narratives, and ratings driving content are all topics. Drinks were: el Mayor Anejo Tequila, Knob Creek Single Barrel Rye, and Buffalo Trace Bourbon.

Episode 71 - 9/30/18 - Hosts Brian & Britt are joined by Mike McKay, an alien enthusiast with some personal stories. They talk about his time in Roswell, NM and giving talks on Aliens. They also discuss many of the popular, and some not-so-popular, alien theories.  Drinks were provided by Casual Pint: Adios Pantalones from Rawr & Sons, Peanut Butter Crunch Stout from Lazy Horse, and this years Silver Medal Winner at GABF: Double Dry Hopped Fairy Nectar from Kros Strain.

Episode 70 - 9/16/18 - Hosts Brian & Britt are joined by Cassie (an elementary school teacher) and Danny (a high school teacher) as they talk about the hardships and hurdles of lower income schools. Also discussed are the differences between public, private, and charter schools. Drinks for the talk were: Key Lime Pie from Tallgrass (discontinued), Bearded Bock Lager from Kinkaider, Von Pilsner from Crooked Stave, Touch of Haze from Destihl, Mango Cart from Golden Road, and a Mystery Beer from our sponsor Casual Pint.

Episode 69 - 9/2/18 - Hosts Brian & Britt are joined by J.W. and, returning guest host, Erik, as they talk about American Football. College Football, Nebraska Huskers, NFL, concussions, history of football, and trivia are all discussed. Drinks for the talk are: Nebraska Pils from Nebraska Brewing Company, Oktoberfest from Brickway Brewing & Distillery, and DAAANG! from Zipline Brewing. All local flare.

Episode 68 - 8/19/18 - Hosts Brian & Britt interview David, owner of the Casual Pint in Countryside Village, and his brother Kyle. During the interview, they all participate in a blind taste test of 4 different Oktoberfest beers and finish up with M-34 IPA from Old Nation Brewing Company.

Episode 67 - 8/5/18 - Hosts Brian & Britt are joined by returning guest host, Mike, as they talk about the problems with Facial Recognition and its unregulated use. Drinks for the talk were Color Block by Prairie Artisan Ales, Bubble Farm by Clown Shoes, Citra Hoped Kombucha by Fisheye, and a homebrew clone of Pseudo Sue by Andrew. We also review a Riesling Radler by Union Wine Company.

Episode 66 - 7/22/2018 - Host Brian, on vacation in Portland, ME, stopped by Allagash Brewing Company & Maine Craft Distilling. He is joined by Ken, brother-in-law & sommelier. They review Allagash's: Hoppy Table, 2 Lights, 16 Counties, Avance', Nancy, Curieux, Coolship & Saison. Also, MCD's: 50 Stone Whiskey, Alchemy Gin, Chesuncook Carrot Spirit, & homemade Ginger Beer.

Episode 65 - Recorded 7/8/18 - Hosts Brian & Britt are joined by Jake, a local bar owner, to review a new brewery. While they drink Blueberry Moon and Peach Kombucha from Nebraska's first kombucha brewery, Fisheye Kombucha, they discuss the health benefits of drinking this beverage made from fermented black tea.  They also discuss how to obtain a healthier lifestyle from an alkaline diet and a balanced way of eating. To end the program, they decided to also review Peach Vodka, from Lonely Oak Distillery, mixed with lemonade.

Episode 64 - 7/8/2018 - Hosts Brian & Britt go on location to Lonely Oak Distillery in Earling, Iowa to interview owner Pat Hoffman. They talk about how he got started, what it mean to be a "Seed to Spirit" distillery, pitfalls, whats to come, and many other topics. They get to sample their Steeple Ridge Bourbon (due out July 2018) in various forms: un-aged, half-aged, and fully matured. They also get to sample their North 40 Vodka along side another popular brand. And they finished off with a refreshing glass of their Peach Vodka in lemonade. Yumm!

Episode 63 - 6/24/18 - Hosts Brian & Britt are joined by Mitchell, from Brickway Brewing & Distillery, and Ted, or returning scientist. This is a continuation from the last episode and expands on the religious and social aspects of using CRISPR. Drinks for the talk were: SupaJuice & Hop Streaker by Kros Strain, Hop Anomaly by Nebraska Brewing Company, IPA by Crooked Stave, Barrel aged Yeti Imperial Stout (2011) & Old Ruffian Barleywine (2011) by Great Divide, Wild Olivia by Brickway, and Killer Penguin Barleywine (2012/2013) by Boulder.

Episode 62 - 6/10/18 - Hosts Brian & Britt are joined by Mike and Ted (a science teacher) as they discuss CRISPR Cas 9: what it is, what it does, what we are doing with it, and what is to come. From GMOs to curing diseases to Gene Editing and the ethics involved are all talked about. Drinks for the talk were: a Homebrew from Andrew, Pseudo Sue from Toppling Goliath, Fairy Nectar from Kros Strain, and Dark Paradise from Kros Strain.

Episode 61 - 5/27/18 - Hosts Brian & Britt talk about what Memorial Day means to them. Also, some lesser known facts about the holiday are discussed. Drinks for the talk were made with Soldier Valley Private Stock Rye Whiskey.

Episode 60 - 5/13/18 - Hosts Brian & Britt discuss the varied ways of properly greeting someone. Salutations, waves, salutes, bows, handshakes, hugs, & kisses are all discussed as are their formality level and situational uses. Drinks for the talk were from local Nebraska breweries: Blood Orange Imperial IPA from Infusion Brewing, Arianette from White Elm Brewing, and Snozzberry Sour from Kinkaider Brewing. Check us out!

Episode 59 - 4/29/18 - Hosts Brian & Britt are joined by Mitchell (from Brickway Brewery & Distillery) and returning guest host, Mike. They discuss the dying art of cursive and what that means to human communication. They also talk about how texting, email, & Snapchat all are helping to erode verbal communication. Drinks for the talk were all from Brickway. Mitchell brought some test batches of their new FMBs (Flavored Malt Beverages), their One Way IPA, Epic Blackout Stout, 10th Sanctum Barley Wine, and for good measure their Honest American Single Malt Whiskey. Check us out!

Episode 58 - 4/22/18 - Hosts Brian & Britt, are joined by Grant, as they talk about the weather: strange & extreme events, how its formed, what we are doing with it, and what we should do (or not do) about it.  Drinks for the talk were from Broken Compass Brewing, in Breckenridge, CO: Hefeweizen, Centennial IPA, & Fruit Boot Double IPA. Check us out!