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  • Eric Eastman, aka MysterE, returns to reveal more beer psychology mysteries to Gary and Bobby. They discuss how scarcity can drive sales, how bad we are at blind tasting, and Eric consults on the psychological experience of McFleshman's taproom.

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    TIMELINE

    00:00 MysterE... Part 2!

    00:13 The Psychology of Overconfidence in Beer Tasting

    01:09 The Concept of Just Noticeable Difference

    02:41 The Influence of Price and Scarcity on Consumer Choice

    05:36 The Nightclub Effect: Exclusivity in Beer Culture

    07:03 The Evolution of Brand Loyalty in the Beer Industry

    08:35 Parallels Between Beer and Music

    09:07 Reflecting on the Fest Beer Experience

    09:35 The Digital Age VS Real-Life Experiences

    11:05 The Magic of Contextual Experiences

    13:24 Psychological Insights for Beer Marketing

    15:55 Building a Community-Centric Brew Pub at McFleshman's

    18:06 Innovative Design and Psychology in Action: The Lemming Effect

    19:34 The Stairs Were Gary's Idea

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    CREDITS

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    Allison McCoy-Fleshman

    Gary Ardnt

    Music by Sarah Lynn Huss

    Recorded & Produced by David Kalsow

    Brought to you by McFleshman's Brewing Co

  • Eric Eastman joins Gary and Bobby for a rowdy round of psychology and beer. Find out why you're just like Pavlov's dogs, why beer tastes different depending on what bar you're in, and much more.

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    TIMELINE

    00:00 Introducing MysterE's Mysteries: Eric Eastman!

    01:07 Psychology of Beer: Mere Exposure Effect

    03:28 Regional Beer Preferences and Familiarity

    06:36 Explorers vs. Traditionalists in Beer Choices

    07:43 Generational Differences in Beer Consumption

    09:33 The Influence of Social Circles on Beer Choices

    10:23 The Role of Bartenders in Shaping Beer Experiences

    11:03 Psychological Phenomena and Beer Perception

    11:43 The Bachelor Effect: Emotional Ties to Beer

    15:25 Associative Learning and Beer Enjoyment

    18:33 The Science Behind Beer and Food Consumption

    19:52 Designing the Perfect Beer Experience

    21:12 Conclusion and Next Steps

    --

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    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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  • Gary Arndt, Bobby Fleshman, and Allison McCoy-Fleshman delve into of sour beers, exploring their history, production, and distinct flavor profiles.

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    TIMELINE

    00:00 Introduction to the Episode

    00:18 The Fascination with Sour Beers

    01:00 A Fancy Sour Beer Experience

    03:48 Understanding the Science Behind Sour Beers

    08:19 Blending Sours: A Gueuze

    09:23 Exploring Belgian and German Sour Traditions

    12:17 The 10 Paces Sour Series (Gary's Go To)

    15:53 Breaking Into Food Markets: Hot sauce, mustards, etc.

    24:07 Conclusion and Farewell

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  • Gary Arndt, Allison McCoy, and Bobby Fleshman delve into the process of creating a new beer, discussing the idea of a 'taxonomy of alcohol' and how their new beer 'Little Tornado' came to be. From the inspiration and design behind the beer to the marketing challenges faced, get an inside look at the intricacies of brewing and branding.

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    TIMELINE

    00:00 Science is Physics or Stamp Collecting

    00:28 Exploring the Taxonomy of Alcohol

    01:19 The Creation of a New Beer

    02:34 Designing and Naming Challenges

    05:06 Marketing and Branding Strategies for New Beers

    17:29 The Story Behind 547 and Toronado

    20:26 The Future Family of 547

    22:20 Conclusion and Farewell

    --

    CREDITS

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    Allison McCoy-Fleshman

    Gary Ardnt

    Music by Sarah Lynn Huss

    Recorded & Produced by David Kalsow

    Brought to you by McFleshman's Brewing Co

  • What the heck is decoction? Something Gary Arndt doesn't know! Bobby and Allison Fleshman finally teach Gary something new about this old school reduction process.

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    TIMELINE

    00:00 A Thing of Witches?

    00:14 What is Decoction?

    01:39 Historical Context of Decoction

    03:41 Defining Decoction: The Oatmeal Example

    06:26 Decoction in Modern Brewing

    10:01 The Maillard Reaction

    11:36 Practical Examples and Benefits in Brewing

    16:49 Challenges and Brewer Perspectives

    21:59 Is decoction worth it for business?

    27:50 Conclusion and Outro

    --

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    Gary Ardnt

    Music by Sarah Lynn Huss

    Recorded & Produced by David Kalsow

    Brought to you by McFleshman's Brewing Co

  • Let's ditch Gary and talk about pumpkins! Bobby Fleshman and Allison McCoy-Fleshman discuss the chaos of brewing beer during harvest time. Sometimes you have to drop everything to get 250 gallons of apple cider. Sometimes you reveal this year's pumpkin special. It happens.

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    TIMELINE

    00:00 Where's Gary?

    00:43 Seasonal Changes and Oktoberfest

    02:18 Apple Cider Production

    07:15 Cherry Cider and Gluten-Free Options

    18:35 Pumpkin Beer: Spice vs. Real Pumpkin

    24:22 Harvesting Hops and Conclusion

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    Music by Sarah Lynn Huss

    Recorded & Produced by David Kalsow

    Brought to you by McFleshman's Brewing Co

  • Just put it in a bucket and let it sit right? No so much. Gary Arndt, Allison McCoy, and Bobby Fleshman delve into the intricacies of barrel aging beer, exploring the unique flavors and complexities it brings. They also discuss the technical and economic challenges of creating such distinctive brews .

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    TIMELINE

    00:00 Introduction and Welcome

    00:56 What is Barrel-Aged Beer?

    01:23 The Barrel Broker and Barrel Types

    03:12 Barrel Preparation and Aging Process

    08:38 Sour Beers and Wine Barrels

    18:06 The Economics and Challenges of Barrel Aging

    22:02 Special Beers and Accidental Discoveries

    23:39 Conclusion and Farewell

    --

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    Recorded & Produced by David Kalsow

    Brought to you by McFleshman's Brewing Co

  • Gary Arndt, and Allison McCoy-Fleshman grill Bobby Fleshman about his beer recipe creation process and developing his palate. From sensory experiences of ingredients to the art of flavor creation, they get a little nerdy.

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    TIMELINE

    00:00 Introduction and Hosts

    00:14 What Inspires Bobby's Brewing Palate?

    01:11 Bobby's Brewing Journey

    03:22 What are base malts?

    05:45 Understanding Flavors in Brewing (esters, phenolic, skunks)

    10:48 Developing a Beer Palate (eat some grain!)

    18:27 The Art and Business of Fruited Beers

    25:34 Could you fat wash a beer?

    26:55 Conclusion and Farewell

    --

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    Allison McCoy-Fleshman

    Gary Ardnt

    Music by Sarah Lynn Huss

    Recorded & Produced by David Kalsow

    Brought to you by McFleshman's Brewing Co

  • We've got a new toy! Gary Arndt, Bobby Fleshman, and Allison McCoy-Fleshman are back at the table and get over excited about a faucet. A fancy, new Czech side-pull beer faucet which will totally change our foam game. They discuss the technical marvels of the faucet, its origins, and its potential to revolutionize their beer offerings.

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    TIMELINE

    00:00 Introduction

    00:17 Bobby's New Toy: The Lukr Double Side-Pull Faucet

    00:58 The Journey to the Side Pull

    01:53 What's a side pull?

    02:32 The Czech Beer Culture and Lovers of Foam

    05:15 Technicalities of Pouring Beer

    06:53 The Engineering Behind the Lukr Faucet

    08:06 Practical Applications and Challenges

    16:54 The Pursuit of the Perfect Pour

    20:35 Will the fancy faucet be installed by the time you visit McFleshmans?

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    Gary Ardnt

    Music by Sarah Lynn Huss

    Recorded & Produced by David Kalsow

    Brought to you by McFleshman's Brewing Co

  • Gary Arndt, Allison McCoy, and Joel Hermensen delve into the history and evolution of American brewing from the Prohibition era to the present-day craft beer movement. They note the ebb and flow of macro/micro brewing, highlighting the biggest names in both.

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    TIMELINE

    00:00 Introduction and Hosts

    00:47 Prohibition and Its Aftermath

    01:31 World War II and Beer Consolidation

    03:10 Post-War Beer Culture

    04:27 Regional Breweries and Advertising

    06:16 The Rise of Craft Beer

    16:29 Homebrewing Revolution

    23:03 Modern Craft Beer Industry

    25:43 Conclusion and Community

    --

    CREDITS

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    Allison McCoy-Fleshman

    Gary Ardnt

    Music by Sarah Lynn Huss

    Recorded & Produced by David Kalsow

    Brought to you by McFleshman's Brewing Co

  • Gary Arndt and Allison McCoy are joined again by the sage of suds, Joel Hermansen, to discuss the transformation of beer into lager in the United States during the 19th century. Key points include the influence of German immigrants in bringing lager yeast and culture, the roles of cities like Milwaukee and St. Louis in brewing history, the impact of innovations such as the Erie Canal and pasteurization, and the rise of the temperance movement during this period.

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    TIMELINE

    00:00 Introduction and Hosts Introduction

    00:21 Overview of 19th Century Lagers

    01:15 German Influence and Lager Yeast

    03:30 Brewing Cities: St. Louis vs. Milwaukee

    07:37 Impact of the Erie Canal

    09:06 Irish Influence and Stouts

    14:56 Refrigeration and Pasteurization

    19:24 Industrialization of Beer

    22:29 Temperance Movement and Prohibition

    27:24 Down with the Patriarchy

    --

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    Gary Ardnt

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    Recorded & Produced by David Kalsow

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  • The Historian of Hops, Joel Hermensen, returns to teach Gary and Allison about brewing during the early years of the United States. Were there any hops? What were the founding father's brewing? If you went into a public house, would you like the beer?

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    TIMELINE

    00:00 Introduction and Guest Introductions

    00:31 The Unique History of Beer in America

    03:55 Pre-Columbian Beer Practices

    07:38 European Influence on American Beer

    10:10 Beer in Early American Colonies

    20:42 Beer and the American Revolution

    27:31 Challenges of Early American Brewing

    32:19 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

    --

    CREDITS

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    Gary Ardnt

    Music by Sarah Lynn Huss

    Recorded & Produced by David Kalsow

    Brought to you by McFleshman's Brewing Co

  • Have you ever heard of Polly Pennington? The badass pHD chemist who changed refrigeration? Nicola Twilley joins Gary, Bobby, and Allison again to talk about early brewing trends in America and M.E. Pennington's story.

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    NICOLA TWILLEY BIO

    Nicola Twilley is the author of "Frostbite: How Refrigeration Changed Our Food, Our Planet, and Ourselves" and co-host of Gastropod, a podcast looking at food through the lens of history and science.

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    TIMELINE

    00:00 Introduction and Welcome

    00:25 The Importance of Lager in Beer Culture

    03:34 Steam Beer and Refrigeration Challenges

    07:45 The Evolution of Refrigeration in Brewing

    11:22 Polly Pennington: The Unsung Hero of Refrigeration

    18:16 What else is in the book?

    --

    CREDITS

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    Gary Ardnt

    Music by Sarah Lynn Huss

    Recorded & Produced by David Kalsow

    Brought to you by McFleshman's Brewing Co

  • Beer is best served cold but it wasn't that way for most of human history! Nicola Twilley joins Gary, Bobby, and Allison to talk about the history of refrigeration and how brewers changed the world (of refrigeration).

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    NICOLA TWILLEY BIO

    Nicole Twilley is the author of "Frostbite: How Refrigeration Changed Our Food, Our Planet, and Ourselves" and co-host of Gastropod, a podcast looking at food through the lens of history and science.

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    EPISODE TIMELINE

    00:00 Introducing Nicola Twilley

    00:45 The History of Cold and Refrigeration

    03:25 Early Innovations in Creating Cold, Ice Harvesting

    05:52 The Role of Thermodynamics in Refrigeration

    10:30 The Natural Ice Industry and Its Challenges

    13:14 Refrigeration's Impact on Brewing

    17:12 The Evolution of Beer Storage and Transportation

    29:23 Conclusion, Come Back for Part 2

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    Allison McCoy-Fleshman

    Gary Ardnt

    Music by Sarah Lynn Huss

    Recorded & Produced by David Kalsow

    Brought to you by McFleshman's Brewing Co

  • Learn from our mistakes! Gary Ardnt grills three brewery owners on their mistakes when opening a brewery. Bobby and Allison Fleshman of McFleshmans, Steve Lonsway of Stone Arch Brew Pub, and Oliver Behm of Hop Yard Ale Works reminisce on hard lessons they've learned while opening breweries and why they keep doing it, despite the challenges.

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    GUEST BIOS

    // Steve Lonsway //

    Stonearch Brew Pub, Owner, Founder, CEO

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    Steve's brewing journey began in college in 1991 after discovering his passion for home brewing. Partnering with his father and brother, they established Homebrew Market in 1993 then Steve further honed his skills at the Siebel Institute of Brewing Technology in 1996. As Corporate Brew Master of a local brewery, he oversaw multiple locations before starting Stone Arch with his father in 2004. Steve enjoys traveling with his wife, two daughters and rescue dog, supporting the Chicago Bears, and finding solace in his yard and parlor.

    // Oliver Behm //

    Hop Yard Ale Works, Owner, Founder, Brewer

    https://hopyardaleworks.com/

    Oliver & Amy Behm were born and raised in the Fox Valley. Their passion for food & love for beer took them on many adventures across the county. What they created for you is a collaboration of the best parts of their memories. Their wish is you enjoy the atmosphere, community and brewery experience as much as they did to risk it all, and follow their dreams!

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    TIMELINE

    00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview

    00:22 Challenges of Starting a Brewery

    01:45 Learning from Mistakes

    03:51 Financial Struggles and Planning

    10:29 The Importance of Banking Relationships

    15:48 Cost of Starting a Brewery

    18:06 Personal Stories and Experiences

    19:32 Why We Keep Brewing

    21:11 Conclusion and Farewell

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    CREDITS

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    Allison McCoy-Fleshman

    Gary Ardnt

    Music by Sarah Lynn Huss

    Recorded & Produced by

  • How are local brewers making the Fox Cities a destination for brewing? Gary Arndt, Bobby Fleshman, and Allison McCoy are joined again by special guests Steve Lonsway of the Stone Arch Brewery and Oliver Behm from the Hop Yard. The discussion centers around the potential for the Fox Cities area to become a craft beer destination for more than just locals. The guests share insights on what it takes for a community to attract beer tourists, the cultural impact of breweries, and the collaboration required among local brewers to foster a vibrant beer scene.

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    Guest BiosSteve Lonsway

    Stonearch Brew Pub, Owner, Founder, CEO

    https://www.stonearchbrewpub.com/

    Steve's brewing journey began in college in 1991 after discovering his passion for home brewing. Partnering with his father and brother, they established Homebrew Market in 1993 then Steve further honed his skills at the Siebel Institute of Brewing Technology in 1996. As Corporate Brew Master of a local brewery, he oversaw multiple locations before starting Stone Arch with his father in 2004. Steve enjoys traveling with his wife, two daughters and rescue dog, supporting the Chicago Bears, and finding solace in his yard and parlor.

    Oliver Behm,

    Hop Yard Ale Works, Owner, Founder, Brewer

    https://hopyardaleworks.com/

    Oliver & Amy Behm were born and raised in the Fox Valley. Their passion for food & love for beer took them on many adventures across the county. What they created for you is a collaboration of the best parts of their memories.

    Their wish is you enjoy the atmosphere, community and brewery experience as much as they did to risk it all, and follow their dreams!

    00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction

    00:19 The Rise of Craft Beer Destinations

    01:19 Fox Cities as a Craft Beer Destination

    03:46 Challenges and Collaboration in the Craft Beer Industry

    11:18 Promoting Appleton and Fox Cities as Beer Destinations

    15:47 The Charm of Appleton's Downtown

    16:20 Craft Beer and Community Growth

    19:20 The Evolution of Appleton's Bar Scene

    20:17 Family and Community at Breweries

    23:53 The Role of Regulars in Brewery Success

    25:47 Expanding Brewery Locations and Challenges

    29:24 Conclusion and Podcast Wrap-Up

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    Allison McCoy-Fleshman

    Gary Ardnt

    Music by Sarah Lynn Huss

    Recorded & Produced by David Kalsow

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  • Appleton is a thriving brewing community and we've brought two other local brewers to prove it: Steve Lonsway of Stone Arch Brewpub and Oliver Behm of Hop Yard Ale Works. Gary, Bobby, and Allison host a round table with the two fellow brewers to discuss how they got their start, what their specialties are, and what they give guests who ask for the closest thing to Budlight.

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    Guest BiosSteve Lonsway

    Stonearch Brew Pub, Owner, Founder, CEO

    https://www.stonearchbrewpub.com/

    Steve's brewing journey began in college in 1991 after discovering his passion for home brewing. Partnering with his father and brother, they established Homebrew Market in 1993 then Steve further honed his skills at the Siebel Institute of Brewing Technology in 1996. As Corporate Brew Master of a local brewery, he oversaw multiple locations before starting Stone Arch with his father in 2004. Steve enjoys traveling with his wife, two daughters and rescue dog, supporting the Chicago Bears, and finding solace in his yard and parlor.

    Oliver Behm,

    Hop Yard Ale Works, Owner, Founder, Brewer

    https://hopyardaleworks.com/

    Oliver & Amy Behm were born and raised in the Fox Valley. Their passion for food & love for beer took them on many adventures across the county. What they created for you is a collaboration of the best parts of their memories.

    Their wish is you enjoy the atmosphere, community and brewery experience as much as they did to risk it all, and follow their dreams!

    Episode Timeline

    00:00 Introduction and Hosts

    00:27 Meet the Guests: Steve and Oliver

    00:52 Steve's Brewing Journey

    04:57 Oliver's Brewing Journey

    09:31 The Brewing Community and Competition

    10:37 Craft Beer Trends and Market

    12:15 Brewing Styles and Brand Identity

    14:46 The Cast Conditioning Journey

    15:29 The Business Side of Beer and Food

    16:24 Handling Non-Craft Beer Drinkers Who Ask for Budlight

    17:08 Pizza and Beer: A Perfect Match

    19:26 On-Premise vs. Off-Premise Sales

    22:02 Signature Beers and Brewing Stories

    25:24 The Art of Recipe Tinkering

    28:35 Happy Accidents in Brewing

    29:06 Conclusion and Farewell

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    CREDITS

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    Allison McCoy-Fleshman

    Gary Ardnt

    Music by Sarah Lynn Huss

    Recorded & Produced by David Kalsow

    Brought to you by McFleshman's Brewing Co

  • "If you build it, they will come" is a lie. Gary Arndt, Allison McCoy, and Bobby Fleshman discuss the critical importance of marketing for a new brewery. They share their personal experiences and lessons learned in the marketing journey of McFleshman's Brewing Company, emphasizing the necessity of strategic promotion and the impact of community events like Mile of Music and Lager Fest.

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    Allison McCoy-Fleshman

    Gary Ardnt

    Music by Sarah Lynn Huss

    Recorded & Produced by David Kalsow

    Brought to you by McFleshman's Brewing Co

    00:00 Introduction and Hosts

    00:14 The Importance of Marketing

    00:40 Early Marketing Mistakes

    01:30 Hiring Stephanie Harvey

    05:06 Community Events and Foot Traffic

    08:13 Mile of Music and Lager Fest

    14:02 Live Music and Partnerships

    17:12 Air Wisconsin Collaboration

    21:51 Marketing Lessons Learned

    23:38 Conclusion and Wrap-Up

  • 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.

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    Allison McCoy-Fleshman

    Gary Ardnt

    Music by Sarah Lynn Huss

    Recorded & Produced by David Kalsow

    Brought to you by McFleshman's Brewing Co

  • 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.

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    CREDITS

    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