This Pint Has 20 Ounces

Self-proclaimed beer geek Don Tse shares how he came to be known as The Don of Beer, another Canadian traveller shares their embarrassment anonymously as a canfessional, and we keep geeking out when Tami Miguens joins the podcast to talk robotics, AI, and Calgary's tech scene. Don Tse, better known as The Don of Beer, plans a Beastie Boys parody band with Josh and Jonathan, because these boys have to fight for their right to barley. Previously known as "Beers to You," Don's role as Calgary's beer guru lets him tell the story of Canadian beer, and he's got 20 years of beer geek-dom to back it up. His mission in telling the Canadian beer story doesn't stop with his trusty notebook though, as we learn that his beer import company famous for beer advent calendars will also be getting Canadian brews into the glasses of discerning beer drinkers across the world. This episode's canfessional, titled "This is why we can't have nice things" tells the story of a group of Canadian travellers whose an

This episode we're joined by Emma McCaul, the brains behind Calgary's Art Spot and Market Spot exhibitions, and Jackson, one of the masterminds at the brand new Evil Corporation Brewing. Art Spot began in Emma's home, a home you just might have been to a party at once before, and has grown into the Arts & Events company behind the Under $100 Art Show, which most recently sold over $114,000 worth of artwork from over 100 artists in just four days. It hasn't always been a walk in the park though, with Emma once losing a venue the day before an event, and she strongly acknowledges the support from others that contributed to her success. "When we're together we're more powerful, and thus more successful." Mamma T is back to answer your questions! This week we learn about her signature hangover cure, along with a bit of relationship advice. Co-founder of Evil Corporation Brewing Anthony Jackson joins the podcast to explain the unexpected way they produce their beer. This brand new Calgary brewing co

This week Vito Borelli discusses his non-profit work and love for travel, Josh shares a personal canfessional from his days a server, and later we're joined by Calgary hiphop duo Sargeant and Comrade. As a survivor of congenital heart disease as well as Hodgkin's lymphoma, Vito Borrelli has wisdom to share with Jonathan and Josh about how to stay positive in the face of adversity. He shares his story of participating in the Offbeats youth group at the Heartbeats Children's Society, and how he tries to give back to them by supporting the youth group as a counsellor. Vito vocalizes his appreciation of the resources at Wellspring Calgary and how they help patients face cancer so they're not alone in their battle. During this episode's Canfessionals Josh shares a story of his own in a rare non-anonymous entry to the series. Our guests in the second half are Yolanda and Jay, better known as the Calgary hiphop duo Sargeant and Comrade. Yolanda talks about their upcoming music video, and a single she's collaborated

Calgary street-wear icon Lex starts off this episode by sharing the success story behind Lex Ave. Later we're joined by Wild Rose alumnus and head brewer of Cabin Brewing, Jonas Hurtig. Renovations at Lex Ave are complete and owner Lex tells us where it all began. Speaking to the value of positive intent and doing what you love, Lex's story takes us back to his first rides on the now-retired #26 Dover bus route and his night-shift kitchen job. Discovering they'd shared a highschool employer, Josh reveals his struggles as a bus-boy. Later Lex fills Josh and Jonathan in on new musicians and acts to watch for, his qualms with the Calgary promotion scene, and why he wants to leave a legacy by making the world a better place. During the break, Mamma T tells us how she'd handle being approached by a younger suitor, and swaps stories with Josh about former jobs and customers. When Jonas Hurtig of Cabin Brewing hops on the podcast he goes all the way back to the start of his brewing career: a home-brew batch with h

Drew Jones comes on the show to talk about The Frontier's residency at Wild Rose, as well as his love for all things soul. Later Mike Bell joins us to discuss the YYScene and how he sees Calgary's Arts culture. How do you balance work, life, music, and family? Frontiers frontman Drew Jones says "You don't." Instead you just burn out, recalibrate, and realize what's really important in your life. During this interview Drew takes us back to The Frontiers' early grinding days, discussing the band's explorations with soul and east coast music, and their new residency here at the Wild Rose Taproom, where they'll be performing every second Wednesday night. In this episode's canfessional we hear a listener's tale of a New Year's Eve gone wrong at a converted German tank factory. Jonathan holds no punches with Mike Bell asking "Why do you think I'm a wanker Mike?" After our guest and co-host make up, they get into Mike's 25 year history covering Calgary's Arts & Culture, discuss Kid Koala's ki

Alberta Beer Festivals CEO Mark Kondrat shares how he and his partner first got into beer festivals and how ABF has grown with them. Next, Mike Roberts from Co-op Wine & Spirits talks about how his role as a sommelier makes him like a bridge. This episode we tackle how to make barley sexy when Mark Kondrat comes on the show to discuss how he works to connect people with breweries and their stories. From the first International Calgary Beer Fest at SAIT, Mark and his team have taken beer festivals as seriously as the breweries take brewing their beer. Clearly it has paid off, as Jonathan says "Calgary, beer and festival are three of my favourite words" The Wild Rose Taproom's own Mamma T hops on the mic with us to share her stories and answer questions sent in by our listeners. After the break Co-op Wine & Spirits' Mike Roberts educates us about wine pairings, the process of becoming a sommelier, and Canada's place as a tween in the global wine industry. We learn a bit more than we set out to

We chat with Brian Smith of Wild Rose Brewery about his history with the beer industry. Later, Danny Vacon talks veggie burgers and gives us a peek behind the curtain with some of his more recent projects. In our first interview, Brian tells us about his role as Head of Brewery Operations at Wild Rose, his introduction to craft beer, and reveals his surprising history with the Grateful Dead. This episode's Canfessionals reveals the embarrassing story of two bar-hopping friends sharing a hotel room. In the third period, Danny Vacon shares the story behind his new song for the Calgary Flames, dishes on the city's veggie burger scene, and tell us about what went into the creation of the theme song for This Pint Has 20oz Join us at the Wild Rose Taproom for 20oz of your own Send in your canfessionals to canfessionals@wildrosebrewery.com Hear The Dudes