Hot Break Craft Beer Cast: 30th Anniversary, "Faking It" to Get the Job, and a New XPA Collab with Simple Machine

The Brew Crew celebrates their 30th anniversary episode and the end of Season 3 live from Simple Machine Brewing, joined by Marshall and Eric (who is busy with his "Taste of AZ" venture). The episode highlights a new collaboration with Simple Machine: the "Turntable Session," an Australian-Style XPA which will be available on tap at the brewery on December 12th (the same day the episode posts)! The unique XPA style, pitched by Matty, is a lower ABV beer between a Pale Ale and an IPA, a profile influenced by Australia's alcohol-based taxation. In a hilarious confession, one host reveals they initially "fudged the truth" to get the editing job, using Adobe Rush on an iPhone to produce the early videos—a true "fake it till you make it" story. They also discuss the podcast's evolution from a MacBook and two cell phones to their current impressive setup, and their ultimate goal of producing an Arizona Brewery documentary after being inspired by Marshall's interview with the owner of Sedona Brewing Company.

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Join the Brew Crew live from Bone House Brewing Company for their second visit, sitting down with Rachel and Keith to talk massive growth and award-winning beer. The team samples the Baron of Arizona IPA, which recently snagged silver at the Arizona Craft Beer Awards, and gets the inside scoop on the brewery's production doubling to twelve fermenters! Discover the intensive planning that goes into seasonal brews like the upcoming Greed of Fisk and Gold imperial stout. Plus, the conversation dives into marketing strategies, Fender guitars, and a special announcement about the upcoming West Coast Pilsner release pre-party on January 16th with the Beer Babes Family supporting a great charity!

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Join the Brew Crew on location for a second time at Simple Machine Brewing Company with special guest, Marshall. This episode gets into the heart of the DIY ethos that drives both brewing and music.

Discover how the spirit of building and creating from scratch—from homebrewing equipment to crafting a backyard office and even the brewery's own tables—is a prerequisite for success in a small business. The conversation takes a fantastic turn into the local Arizona music scene, as Marshall reveals his surprising connection to legendary bands like The Format and Authority Zero. Learn about the ongoing shows at Simple Machine and how they're keeping the local music scene alive. This episode is a perfect blend of craft beer, mechanical ingenuity, and nostalgic Arizona rock.

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