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Mar 31, 2025 • 1h 3min

Episode 331: How USDA ARS Funding Affects Your Brewery

What’s going on with the recent funding cuts to barely & hops research, and how does that affect your brewery?Special Guests: Alicia Adler, Ashley McFarland, and Scott Dorsch.Sponsored By:Hopsteiner: <img src="https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/6/6862bc36-d6ba-44cd-ad18-93b0038a8945/G8Ic7vgC.png" alt="hopsteiner 100">Proximity Malt: <img src="https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/6/6862bc36-d6ba-44cd-ad18-93b0038a8945/eJ5h0Hyi.jpg" alt="proximity malt 100">BSG: <img src="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads-2024/images/6/6862bc36-d6ba-44cd-ad18-93b0038a8945/IbC1PHKC.png" alt="Untitled">Berkeley Yeast: <img src="https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/6/6862bc36-d6ba-44cd-ad18-93b0038a8945/gFdfSI36.png" alt="BerkYeast">The Lupulin Exchange: <img src="https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/6/6862bc36-d6ba-44cd-ad18-93b0038a8945/v8Qkx_h_.jpg" alt="Untitled" width="200">Links:USDA ARSAmerican Malting Barley AssociationImpact of federal terminations to barley researchHop Research CouncilUpcoming Events - Master Brewers CalendarBrewing Summit 2025Join Master Brewers
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Mar 24, 2025 • 45min

Episode 330: Brewery Plant Integration & Automation

How automation enabled one of today’s largest craft brewers to grow to scale.Special Guest: Kevin Martini.Sponsored By:Hopsteiner: <img src="https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/6/6862bc36-d6ba-44cd-ad18-93b0038a8945/G8Ic7vgC.png" alt="hopsteiner 100">Proximity Malt: <img src="https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/6/6862bc36-d6ba-44cd-ad18-93b0038a8945/eJ5h0Hyi.jpg" alt="proximity malt 100">BSG: <img src="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads-2024/images/6/6862bc36-d6ba-44cd-ad18-93b0038a8945/IbC1PHKC.png" alt="Untitled">Berkeley Yeast: <img src="https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/6/6862bc36-d6ba-44cd-ad18-93b0038a8945/gFdfSI36.png" alt="BerkYeast">The Lupulin Exchange: <img src="https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/6/6862bc36-d6ba-44cd-ad18-93b0038a8945/v8Qkx_h_.jpg" alt="Untitled" width="200">Links:Brewery Plant Integration & Automation — World Brewing Congress 2024WBC RewindUpcoming Events - Master Brewers CalendarBrewing Summit 2025Join Master Brewers
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Mar 17, 2025 • 47min

Episode 204: Confined Space Entry

Is your brewery prepared to rescue a team member from an FV or other confined space? Do you train & practice rescue regularly or do you plan to just wing it when seconds matter?Special Guest: Andy Troccoli.Sponsored By:Hopsteiner: <img src="https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/6/6862bc36-d6ba-44cd-ad18-93b0038a8945/G8Ic7vgC.png" alt="hopsteiner 100">Proximity Malt: <img src="https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/6/6862bc36-d6ba-44cd-ad18-93b0038a8945/eJ5h0Hyi.jpg" alt="proximity malt 100">BSG: <img src="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads-2024/images/6/6862bc36-d6ba-44cd-ad18-93b0038a8945/IbC1PHKC.png" alt="Untitled">Berkeley Yeast: <img src="https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/6/6862bc36-d6ba-44cd-ad18-93b0038a8945/gFdfSI36.png" alt="BerkYeast">The Lupulin Exchange: <img src="https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/6/6862bc36-d6ba-44cd-ad18-93b0038a8945/v8Qkx_h_.jpg" alt="Untitled" width="200">Links:Confined Space Entry: A Regulatory and Best-Practices Review​ — 2020 MBAA TQConfined Space Entry Resources — MBAA.comHow to Establish Rules for Confined Spaces in a Brewery​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ — 2019 MBAA WebinarBrewery Safety Resources — MBAA.comUpcoming Events - Master Brewers CalendarBrewing Summit 2025Join Master Brewers
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Mar 10, 2025 • 45min

Episode 329: Brewery Supply Chain

A former chair of the BA’s supply chain subcommittee has advice for navigating today’s challenges.Special Guest: Mitch Steele.Sponsored By:Hopsteiner: <img src="https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/6/6862bc36-d6ba-44cd-ad18-93b0038a8945/G8Ic7vgC.png" alt="hopsteiner 100">Proximity Malt: <img src="https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/6/6862bc36-d6ba-44cd-ad18-93b0038a8945/eJ5h0Hyi.jpg" alt="proximity malt 100">BSG: <img src="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads-2024/images/6/6862bc36-d6ba-44cd-ad18-93b0038a8945/IbC1PHKC.png" alt="Untitled">Berkeley Yeast: <img src="https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/6/6862bc36-d6ba-44cd-ad18-93b0038a8945/gFdfSI36.png" alt="BerkYeast">The Lupulin Exchange: <img src="https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/6/6862bc36-d6ba-44cd-ad18-93b0038a8945/v8Qkx_h_.jpg" alt="Untitled" width="200">Links:District Presentation ArchivesUpcoming Events - Master Brewers CalendarBrewing Summit 2025Join Master Brewers
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Mar 3, 2025 • 1h 7min

Episode 201: Wort Separation

Travis Audet, a Zone technical expert in brewing for Anheuser-Busch InBev, dives deep into the art of wort separation. He discusses critical factors like lipid levels, pH, and timing that can make or break the brewing process. Audet shares insights on innovative techniques like the 'accordion effect' to optimize channeling and highlights the importance of monitoring differential pressure for brewing efficiency. His expertise sheds light on mastering temperature control and the impact of modern equipment design on achieving clarity and maximizing yield.
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Feb 24, 2025 • 56min

Episode 328: Hitting Quality Targets

What NIR analysis of roughly 200 beers at UC Davis can tell us about hitting quality targets.Special Guests: Glen Fox and Sarah Suriano.Sponsored By:Hopsteiner: <img src="https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/6/6862bc36-d6ba-44cd-ad18-93b0038a8945/G8Ic7vgC.png" alt="hopsteiner 100">Proximity Malt: <img src="https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/6/6862bc36-d6ba-44cd-ad18-93b0038a8945/eJ5h0Hyi.jpg" alt="proximity malt 100">BSG: <img src="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads-2024/images/6/6862bc36-d6ba-44cd-ad18-93b0038a8945/IbC1PHKC.png" alt="Untitled">Berkeley Yeast: <img src="https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/6/6862bc36-d6ba-44cd-ad18-93b0038a8945/gFdfSI36.png" alt="BerkYeast">The Lupulin Exchange: <img src="https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/6/6862bc36-d6ba-44cd-ad18-93b0038a8945/v8Qkx_h_.jpg" alt="Untitled" width="200">Links:WBC RewindUpcoming Events - Master Brewers CalendarJoin Master BrewersBrewing Summit 2025
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Feb 17, 2025 • 35min

Episode 327: Creep Control

Understanding the enzymes that drive hop creep and a novel potential control strategy.Special Guest: Matt Cottrell.Sponsored By:Hopsteiner: <img src="https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/6/6862bc36-d6ba-44cd-ad18-93b0038a8945/G8Ic7vgC.png" alt="hopsteiner 100">Proximity Malt: <img src="https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/6/6862bc36-d6ba-44cd-ad18-93b0038a8945/eJ5h0Hyi.jpg" alt="proximity malt 100">BSG: <img src="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads-2024/images/6/6862bc36-d6ba-44cd-ad18-93b0038a8945/IbC1PHKC.png" alt="Untitled">Berkeley Yeast: <img src="https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/6/6862bc36-d6ba-44cd-ad18-93b0038a8945/gFdfSI36.png" alt="BerkYeast">The Lupulin Exchange: <img src="https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/6/6862bc36-d6ba-44cd-ad18-93b0038a8945/v8Qkx_h_.jpg" alt="Untitled" width="200">Links:Controlling Hop Creep of Dry Hopped Beer Using Exogenous Enzyme Addition to Forestall the Endogenous Dextrin Degrading Enzymes of Humulus Lupulus (Hop) — WBC RewindUpcoming Events - Master Brewers CalendarJoin Master BrewersBrewing Summit 2025
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Feb 10, 2025 • 39min

Episode 199: The Yeast Hunter

Remember learning about Kveik back on episode 102? This time, we catch up with the man who tracked down these yeasts and reinvigorated a traditional farmhouse brewing culture that nearly died out. You'll also hear about a time when it was illegal NOT to brew Christmas beer.Special Guest: Lars Marius Garshol.Sponsored By:Hopsteiner: <img src="https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/6/6862bc36-d6ba-44cd-ad18-93b0038a8945/G8Ic7vgC.png" alt="hopsteiner 100">Proximity Malt: <img src="https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/6/6862bc36-d6ba-44cd-ad18-93b0038a8945/eJ5h0Hyi.jpg" alt="proximity malt 100">BSG: <img src="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads-2024/images/6/6862bc36-d6ba-44cd-ad18-93b0038a8945/IbC1PHKC.png" alt="Untitled">The Lupulin Exchange: <img src="https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/6/6862bc36-d6ba-44cd-ad18-93b0038a8945/v8Qkx_h_.jpg" alt="Untitled" width="200">Berkeley Yeast: <img src="https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/6/6862bc36-d6ba-44cd-ad18-93b0038a8945/gFdfSI36.png" alt="BerkYeast">Links:The F​armhouse Yeast Registry — 2020 MBAA TQKveik — Master Brewers Podcast Episode 102Historical Brewing Techniques - The Forgotten Art of Farmhouse Brewing — by Lars Marius Garshol (Save 15% until Jan 31st 2021 by using the promo code mentioned in this episode)LarsblogUpcoming Events - Master Brewers CalendarJoin Master Brewers
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Feb 3, 2025 • 57min

Episode 198: Bierkrieg: Follow the Money

The guy who explained how we narrowly avoided an American Reinheitsgebot on episode 174 is back with more surprises. This time you'll hear about the widespread use of malt substitutes in Germany, a beer war, and the birthplace of America's most popular beer style.Special Guest: Greg Casey.Sponsored By:Hopsteiner: <img src="https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/6/6862bc36-d6ba-44cd-ad18-93b0038a8945/G8Ic7vgC.png" alt="hopsteiner 100">Proximity Malt: <img src="https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/6/6862bc36-d6ba-44cd-ad18-93b0038a8945/eJ5h0Hyi.jpg" alt="proximity malt 100">BSG: <img src="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads-2024/images/6/6862bc36-d6ba-44cd-ad18-93b0038a8945/IbC1PHKC.png" alt="Untitled">The Lupulin Exchange: <img src="https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/6/6862bc36-d6ba-44cd-ad18-93b0038a8945/v8Qkx_h_.jpg" alt="Untitled" width="200">Berkeley Yeast: <img src="https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/6/6862bc36-d6ba-44cd-ad18-93b0038a8945/gFdfSI36.png" alt="BerkYeast">Links:The Inspiring History and Legacies of American Lager, Vol. 1 — "It is unlike anything else ever written on our industry…. It will stand the testament of time." —Ken Grossman (Founder, Owner, and President of Sierra Nevada Brewing Company)Germany's Extensive History of Brewing with Malt Substitutes: Birthplace of America's Adjunct Lager Beer — 2020 MBAA TQWHAT IS BEER? — Master Brewers Podcast Episode 174Upcoming Events - Master Brewers CalendarJoin Master Brewers
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Jan 27, 2025 • 34min

Episode 326: THP

How mousey off-flavor is formed in beer and how it can be measured.Special Guests: Glen Fox and Paulina Streimikyte.Sponsored By:Hopsteiner: <img src="https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/6/6862bc36-d6ba-44cd-ad18-93b0038a8945/G8Ic7vgC.png" alt="hopsteiner 100">Proximity Malt: <img src="https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/6/6862bc36-d6ba-44cd-ad18-93b0038a8945/eJ5h0Hyi.jpg" alt="proximity malt 100">BSG: <img src="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads-2024/images/6/6862bc36-d6ba-44cd-ad18-93b0038a8945/IbC1PHKC.png" alt="Untitled">The Lupulin Exchange: <img src="https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/6/6862bc36-d6ba-44cd-ad18-93b0038a8945/v8Qkx_h_.jpg" alt="Untitled" width="200">Berkeley Yeast: <img src="https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/6/6862bc36-d6ba-44cd-ad18-93b0038a8945/gFdfSI36.png" alt="BerkYeast">Links:N-heterocycles in beer: mousy-off flavor — District Northern California presentationUpcoming Events - Master Brewers CalendarJoin Master Brewers

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