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    Explore "Beer" with insightful episodes like "King Of Pain", "In Local Brews - "The Alementary Brewing Company"", "10 Reasons to Move to... PORTUGAL!", "Think or Drink? - "Exploding Mutants" (Superhero Trivia)" and "10 Reasons to Visit… Rome" from podcasts like ""Apocaleptic", "Matt and Friends Drink the Universe", "A Fork On The Road", "Matt and Friends Drink the Universe" and "A Fork On The Road"" and more!

    Episodes (100)

    King Of Pain

    King Of Pain

    This week I'm reflecting on the last month and a half of non-stop pain. I let you in on what that feels like and some methods I've been using to deal with it. Other than that, I mostly talk about drinking beer and I ridicule some people's inferior god. Another typical show. Enjoy.

    In Local Brews - "The Alementary Brewing Company"

    In Local Brews - "The Alementary Brewing Company"

    Grab a pint and pull up a chair! We traveled to The Alementary Brewing Company in Hackensack, New Jersey and recoded this one on location! Get ready for a hearty dose of humor and hops as Big Z, The Fish, Rob and Matt sit down with the brewery's own Ryan, who serves up a frothy blend of anecdotes and insights. From the scientific marvels of Alementary's brewing process to the beloved image of a brewer's dog gracing every label, we're venturing beyond the pint glass to uncover what makes this spot a popular and delicious haven for beer lovers.

    This episode is no ordinary beer run; it's a symposium of laughs and suds that will leave you with a better understanding of craft brewing – without any student loans. With tales as rich as a stout and banter as lively as a freshly tapped keg, you're in for an auditory feast that pairs best with a beer from Alementary!

    Cheers!

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    10 Reasons to Move to... PORTUGAL!

    10 Reasons to Move to... PORTUGAL!

    In episode #99 Yeni and Mark welcome Lisbon Liz, a fresh Portugal Ex-Pat, to share everything she’s learned over 20 years of researching her move.

    Liz dishes on Visas, getting citizenship, healthcare, language, drinking & dating foreign men. Mark & Yeni share video of their trips to Lisbon, Sintra and a crazy scooter ride over cobblestone streets. Episode #99 has everything you need to know to plan an insider’s visit or complete move to Portugal to start your new life as an Ex-Pat to get a five-star experience on a 3-star budget.

    Think or Drink? - "Exploding Mutants" (Superhero Trivia)

    Think or Drink? - "Exploding Mutants" (Superhero Trivia)

    Andy, Chris, and Rob, and The Fish join Matt for an exciting round of our signature "Think or Drink" trivia. After we crack open our Oskar Blues Brewery Mutant IPAs, Rob unveils his superhero alter ego. As the game begins, we serve up a strong cocktail of superhero knowledge. We tackle questions about various characters, their superpowers, and the storylines they've been part of.

    As the game progresses, we dive deeper into the multiverse of comic book knowledge. The laughter never stops as harder questions come into play about the masterminds behind iconic comic book films, their gripping plotlines, and the unforgettable cinematic moments they gifted us.

    Which of the contestants will be heroically victorious? Who’s thinking and who’s drinking?

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    10 Reasons to Visit… Rome

    10 Reasons to Visit… Rome

    Yeni and Mark welcome Rome’s #1 Tour Guide to explore the TOP 10 REASONS TO VISIT ROME. They explore the best momma and poppa restaurants in Rome, great bespoke hotels to book at the best price, the least expensive days to buy your airfare and fly, the best guided food tours and the fastest way to get into the Vatican museum for a tour of a lifetime. Episode #98 has everything you need to plan an insider’s visit to Roma, the Eternal City and get a five star experience for a three star cost.

    16.5 Lights, Camera, Spirits Part 2 - "The Special" (NSFW)

    16.5 Lights, Camera, Spirits Part 2 - "The Special" (NSFW)

    Part 2 of our Halloween special (all puns intended)! Chris, Rob, and Siobhan join Matt in watching and reacting to Harrison Smith's movie, 'The Special'! We enjoy the "Special" cocktail we crafted for this occasion. We laugh, scream, gasp, and cry out in horror as we enjoy the horror story of Jerry who follows his friends bad advice down a dark path of addiction and death.

    The Special IMDB
    B. Harrison Smith IMDB

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    In Local Brews - "Lost Tavern Brewing"

    In Local Brews - "Lost Tavern Brewing"

    Get ready to quench your thirst for beer knowledge as we journey into the hop-filled universe of Lost Tavern Brewing. Matt and Andy M. are joined by Jean and Masaki from Lost Tavern Brewing. Jean and Masaki bring plenty of beer for us all to taste as we partake in a fun and informative look at some of Lost Tavern's beer.

    Starting with a Japanese-style rice lager, a refreshing brew made with yuzu, citrus blend of lemon and lime, we then transition to their Mexican lager, Zestebon, and the journey escalates from there! We sip our way through a delightful range of beers, each crafted with finesse to bring out distinct flavor profiles.  As we savor these brews, we also take many a jovial detour.

    Closing our taproom chat, we discuss a special beer brewed for one of the Super Smash Brothers Mele tournaments that Jean organizes. So, fill your mugs  and tune in to this exciting exploration of craft beer from Lost Tavern Brewing.

    Visit Lost Tavern's Website!
    https://www.losttavernbrewing.com/

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    Episode Twenty One

    Episode Twenty One

    Is it really “Sayonara, Shohei!?!?!” Last night Shohei Ohtani emptied the personal items out of his locked and dipped! Was it an Irish Goodbye? Was it a planned move that was just poorly communicated? The guys discuss the different scenarios that could be at play and what it means for the future. Also … what the hell is going on with Anthony Rendon and his injury? Is it a bone bruise? Is it a fracture? Just how many doctors does it take to make a diagnose?!?! This and lots of questions from the Mailbag! This episode is FIRE!!!

    Love, Simon (Greg Berlanti)

    Love, Simon (Greg Berlanti)

    With its authentic portrayal of high school life, "Love, Simon" gracefully navigates the complex dynamics of friendship, family, and the intricate dance of relationships. The film effortlessly captures the rollercoaster of emotions experienced during the teenage years, reminding us of the transformative power of young love and the lasting impact it can have on our lives.

    Picture this: a film that takes you on an emotional rollercoaster, where every scene is filled with the sweet taste of first love and the bittersweet complexities of coming-of-age. "Love, Simon" unravels the story of a young man named Simon Spier, an ordinary teenager with an extraordinary secret. He's struggling to find the courage to reveal his true self to the world and to the people he holds dear. But fear not, for this isn't just a coming-out story—it's a story that transcends boundaries, creating a resonance that touches everyone who watches it.

     

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    Matt's Top 5 Epic Fails in Season 1

    Matt's Top 5 Epic Fails in Season 1

    Being the captain of a booze filled spacecraft is hard. Matt made some hilarious mistakes along the way!

    5. (Ep 6.) - Smoked Beer and Bad Jerky
    4. (Ep 5.) - Winston’s Mouthwash
    3. (Ep. 8) - Billie who? Matt is Bad at Words
    2. (Ep. 1) - Eduardo the Worm
    1. (Ep. 2) - First drinkables, the Infamous Banana

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    BONUS EPISODE: Host of Seven Million Bikes Podcast & Producer of Beer Stories, Niall Mackay

    BONUS EPISODE: Host of Seven Million Bikes Podcast & Producer of Beer Stories, Niall Mackay

    In this Bonus Episode, Alex & Mischa interview Producer Niall about HIS craft beer journey! They discuss Niall's favourite thing about beer, that time he quit drinking for a year and a half, his first memory of discovering craft beers, the Australian craft beer scene (from back in the day), visiting St. James's Gate, the sanctity of the bar area, drinking beer in The UK vs. drinking beer in The USA, big breweries acquiring craft breweries, the 1%, the problem with gendering beer styles, whether or not it's appropriate to try to pick up women at a Taproom, beer snobs, and draft vs. package! They also engage in a pre-Hangover Check Hangover Check segment that was then called "How Hungover Are You" and wrap it up with a lively round of Fact or Fiction! Enjoy. 

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    Founder & Owner of Steersman Brewery, Wayne Su

    Founder & Owner of Steersman Brewery, Wayne Su

    Alex & Mischa wrap up Season 1 of Beer Stories by talking with Wayne Su, Founder & Owner of Steersman Brewery, another craft brewery based right here in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam! They talk about Wayne's discovery of craft beer here in Vietnam after growing up in Taiwan, his homebrewing start leading to opening his own brewery in Saigon, winning international awards and what that means for a young brewery, Alex's favourite subject: Brown Ales (!!), how Wayne's family supported and encouraged him with his first business start-up, Wayne's new business partner Ben and what he brings to the table at Steersman, the possibilities of a good Pho Beer, Steersman's recent foray into making hard sodas, how there are no laws while drinking White Claws, and building up craft beer neighbourhoods by working together! They also have a fairly tame Hangover Check and another spirited round of Fact or Fiction. Cheers! 

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    Sales Rep for HiWine and Formerly of Pasteur Street Brewing Company, Kat Marshall

    Sales Rep for HiWine and Formerly of Pasteur Street Brewing Company, Kat Marshall

    Welcome to Beer Stories Episode 8! Alex & Mischa welcome their former colleague and current HiWine Sales Rep Kat Marshall into the studio to discuss the Vietnamese Craft Beer Industry from an insider's look! Kat talks about how she got into the craft beer scene with the guys at BiaCraft & Quan Ut Ut, and then joined Pasteur Street Brewing Company as a Sales Rep before eventually moving on to the wine sales game. They also discuss the sensation of trying an IPA for the first time after a lifetime of light local lagers, the personality you need to be an effective sales rep, Vietnam's place in the larger craft beer community, why people like craft beer, the very beginnings of the Vietnamese Craft Beer Industry, the difference between selling wine and selling beer, and becoming a TikTok sensation! They also search deep inside Kat's heart in a very personal round of Fact or Fiction. Cheers! 

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    PodSwap | Beer Stories - Co-Founder & CEO of Heart of Darkness Craft Brewery, John Pemberton

    PodSwap | Beer Stories - Co-Founder & CEO of Heart of Darkness Craft Brewery, John Pemberton

    Produced by Seven Million Bikes Podcasts, welcome to Episode 7 of Beer Stories! Enter The Darkness with Alex & Mischa as they sit down with the man behind Heart of Darkness Craft Brewery in Saigon, Vietnam! The boys discuss the joys of starting a brewery from scratch in a foreign country, how John first discovered craft beer, HOPS!, building a brand, Joseph Conrad, Wholesale vs. Retail, why quality is the most important thing to any good craft brewery, thoughts on lo/no alcohol beers, John's favourite beer, how craft beer can help sustain a healthy marriage, and Contract Brewing vs. Export. We also get a wide range out of The Hangover Check and a spirited round of Fact or Fiction! Cheers! 

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    Fireside Folklore with Hades: Deadtime Stories Dying to Be Heard
    A divine odyssey into the stories, food, and cultures of the world, one country at a time.

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    Ian Paynton was one of the first students in our course and now has a podcast, You Don't Know Vietnam, that is in the top 10% of podcasts worldwide and already bringing him business!

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    TEASER | Sales Rep for HiWine and Formerly Pasteur Street Brewing Company, Kat Marshall

    TEASER | Sales Rep for HiWine and Formerly Pasteur Street Brewing Company, Kat Marshall

    Sneak peek of Beer Stories Season 1 Episode 8!! The guys welcome Kat Marshall into the studio to talk about the Vietnamese Craft Beer Industry from the Vietnamese perspective! Kat has been an important figure in the evolution of craft in Saigon, working first as a server and then supervisor at BiaCraft before joining Pasteur Street Brewing Company as the Key Sales Representative for Southern Vietnam! They discus her journey and all things Vietnam Craft Beer. Cheers! 

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    PodSwap | Beer Stories - Founder & Owner of Saigon Cider, Hannah Jefferys

    PodSwap | Beer Stories -  Founder & Owner of Saigon Cider, Hannah Jefferys

    In Episode 6 of Beer Stories, Mischa & Alex welcome Hannah Jefferys, Founder and Brewmistress of Saigon Cider, into studio. The episode is bookended, as always, by The Hangover Check and Fact or Fiction. In between they discuss a range of topics, including differentiating craft cider from craft beer, Cider's specific appeal to Vietnamese drinkers, the Cider making process, some of her favourite Ciders from back home, walking the line between commercial viability and being a taste leader, utilizing local ingredients, low/no alcohol craft beverages, the Vietnam Cider Community and how everyone gets along within it, and where to source the best organic apples! Cheers! 

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    Fireside Folklore with Hades: Deadtime Stories Dying to Be Heard
    A divine odyssey into the stories, food, and cultures of the world, one country at a time.

    Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

    Send me a message, niall@sevenmillionbikes.com!

    Or book a free consultation if you want to start your own podcast or need help with an existing one.

    Ian Paynton was one of the first students in our course and now has a podcast, You Don't Know Vietnam, that is in the top 10% of podcasts worldwide and already bringing him business!

    Get 68% off and three months free when you join NordVPN today with Seven Million Bikes.

    As an affiliate partner it also means that I will get a small commission when you sign up, but at no extra cost to you. 

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    Co-Founder & CEO of Heart of Darkness Craft Brewery, John Pemberton

    Co-Founder & CEO of Heart of Darkness Craft Brewery, John Pemberton

    Welcome to Episode 7 of Beer Stories! Enter The Darkness with Alex & Mischa as they sit down with the man behind Heart of Darkness Craft Brewery in Saigon, Vietnam! The boys discuss the joys of starting a brewery from scratch in a foreign country, how John first discovered craft beer, HOPS!, building a brand, Joseph Conrad, Wholesale vs. Retail, why quality is the most important thing to any good craft brewery, thoughts on lo/no alcohol beers, John's favourite beer, how craft beer can help sustain a healthy marriage, and Contract Brewing vs. Export. We also get a wide range out of The Hangover Check and a spirited round of Fact or Fiction! Cheers! 

    Learn more about Pasteur Street Brewing Co.

    Follow us on Facebook.