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Respecting the Beer

By: McFleshman's Brewing Co
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  • Explore the science, history, and art of beer with brewer Bobby Fleshman and drinker Gary Arndt in 30 minutes or less. In our first few episodes, we cover the origins of McFleshman's brewery and it's lead brewer, Bobby Fleshman. While studying for a PhD in astrophysics, Bobby fell in love with homebrewing. After consistently winning brewing competitions, he and his wife Alison McCoy decided to start a brewery with a different type of experience. Thus McFleshman's was born! Other topics covered include: the chemical make up of beer, the differences between the huge variety of beers, how color affects beer's taste, homebrewing, starting a brewery, why beer get's skunked, the origins of hops, the business of brewing, Benedictine Monk's effect on brewing, Hildegard of Bingen, Charlie Bamforth, Louis Pasteur, contract brewing, remote beer pumping, getting a business loan, brewery operations, creating stand operating procedures, and much more.
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Episodes
  • Stain Glass Collateral & Brewery Operations

    Stain Glass Collateral & Brewery Operations
    Jun 24 2024

    What do you do when the bank needs more collateral? Buy antique stain glass, of course. Gary Arndt, Allison McCoy, and Bobby Fleshman continue brewing business talk. They delve into various facets of their brewery business, including the story behind their iconic stained glass, expansion plans, pumping beer challenges, potentially offering spirits thanks to new WI laws, changing policy from no-tip to tipping, and contract brewing.

    Got a question about beer or just want to get social? Join the RtB Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/respectingthebeer

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    Hosts:

    Bobby Fleshman

    Allison McCoy-Fleshman

    Gary Ardnt

    Music by Sarah Lynn Huss

    Recorded & Produced by David Kalsow

    Brought to you by McFleshman's Brewing Co
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    28 mins
  • All The Shiny Stuff: Starting a Brewery

    All The Shiny Stuff: Starting a Brewery
    Jun 17 2024

    From securing a loan to procuring secondhand equipment from overseas, starting a brewery is a challenge. Gary Arndt, Bobby Fleshman, and Allison McCoy dive into the business and economics of brewing, showcasing their own road to opening McFleshmans.

    Got a question about beer or just want to get social? Join the RtB Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/respectingthebeer

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    Hosts:

    Bobby Fleshman

    Allison McCoy-Fleshman

    Gary Ardnt

    Music by Sarah Lynn Huss

    Recorded & Produced by David Kalsow

    Brought to you by McFleshman's Brewing Co
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    28 mins
  • It'll Ring Your Bell: The Origin of 547

    It'll Ring Your Bell: The Origin of 547
    Jun 10 2024

    Gary Ardnt, Bobby Fleshman, and guest Joel Hermansen discuss the creation of and cult behind the beloved West Coast double IPA from McFleshman's: the 547.

    From the Toronado Pub in San Francisco to the ringing of the bell and 547 Day, all shall be explained!

    Got a question about beer or just want to get social? Join the RtB Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/respectingthebeer

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    Hosts:

    Bobby Fleshman

    Allison McCoy-Fleshman

    Gary Ardnt

    Music by Sarah Lynn Huss

    Recorded & Produced by David Kalsow

    Brought to you by McFleshman's Brewing Co
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    28 mins
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