Why This Beer?

By Darren and Azlan

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Join hosts Darren Binnema and Azlan Graves on "Why This Beer?" as they dive into the world of craft brewing. Each episode features engaging interviews with fellow brewers, uncovering the unique ingredients and processes behind their favourite beers. Expect positive vibes, insightful conversations, and plenty of learning along the way. Whether you're a seasoned brewer or a beer enthusiast, "Why This Beer?" offers a refreshing take on what makes each brew special.


Episode Date
From Canada to the World: Nancy More’s Brewing Journey
May 09, 2026
Homebrew to Hardware: Dave Henry of Camp Beer
Apr 04, 2026
Hammer Pants & the Science of Clean Beer with Donovan Fast of Eighty Eight Brewing
Mar 19, 2026
Andy Innes on Driftwood, Fat Tug & West Coast IPA
Feb 19, 2026
Balanced Lagers & a Balanced Life with Ben Owens of 33 Acres
Feb 05, 2026
Does Place Matter? Brewing the Same Beer in Two Countries with Andy Thomas
Jan 15, 2026
Open-Source Hops: Eric Sannerud and the Case for Public Varieties
Dec 11, 2025
The Shape of Hops to Come: Miguel Molina of Changing Colours
Nov 13, 2025
Hot Breaks & Cool Tanks: A Chat with Mike Roberts of Cru Brewing Systems
Oct 24, 2025
Red Ales & Real Ales: Brewing the Old and New with Andy Thomas of Hook Norton
Oct 09, 2025
Wood, Fire, and Beer: Olivier Moreau of Tonnellerie Moreau
Sep 25, 2025
From Field to Glass: Top Cutter IPA & Fresh Hops with Ian Cameron of Balebreaker Brewing
Sep 04, 2025
Foam and Tradition: What We Learned in the Czech Republic
Aug 14, 2025
Crafting Beer with Birch and Heart: Cam McKeigan of Smithers Brewing
Jul 24, 2025
Hops and High Trails: Brewing with Martin Szot of Coast Mountain
Jul 10, 2025
House Cultures and Hometown Malts: Mike Foniok on the Art of Brewing at Establishment
Jun 26, 2025
Foam Caps and Future Lids: Packaging Tips with Brad Van Haastregt of GEC Systems
Jun 12, 2025
Malts, Mentors, and Mischief: A Sit Down with Graham With of Parallel 49
May 15, 2025
Brad Tomlinson on Kveik, Raw Ales, and the Spirit of Collaboration at Jackknife
May 01, 2025
Sustainable Systems and Data-Driven Brewing with Chris Lewington
Apr 17, 2025
Haladuda Heritage and Lager Love: Holistic Brewing with Ben Howe of Otherlands Beer
Apr 03, 2025
Brewing on the East Coast: Jeremy Taylor of 2 Crows Talks Local Malt & More
Mar 13, 2025
Liminal Space and Maximal Time: Tristan Stewart of Temporal Artisan Ales
Feb 27, 2025
Crisp, Clean & Full of Character: Four Winds Brewing with Brent Mills
Feb 06, 2025
Crafting Quality and Advocating Change: Dr. Euan Thomson of Raft Labs
Jan 16, 2025
Reaching Super Saturation with Jonas Hurtig of Cabin Brewing
Dec 26, 2024
Brewing Czech Lagers and Beyond: Jeff Kurkowski of Godspeed Brewing
Dec 12, 2024
Brewmasters and Brewery Creek: Noelle Phillips on Vancouver's Beer History
Nov 28, 2024
Hops, History, and Faceplant Ale: Inside Nelson Brewing with Simon Barna
Nov 14, 2024
From Foraging to Foeders: Tessa Gabiniewicz on Brewing at Land and Sea
Oct 31, 2024
Ken Beattie: Leading BC's Craft Beer Community with the Guild
Oct 17, 2024
Sasquatch Stout & Beyond: Nick Fengler on Innovating at Old Yale Brewing
Oct 03, 2024
Blonde Ambitions: Mitch Warner on Dageraad’s Belgian-Style Brewing and Innovation
Sep 19, 2024
Astrophysics to Ales: How Thom Riley Focuses the Islander Lager at Vancouver Island Brewing
Sep 05, 2024
Brewing A Slice of Paradise with Kerry Dyson from BREWHALL
Aug 22, 2024
From Jazz to Lager: Octavio Pauley's Brewing Journey at Beva Brewing and Blending
Aug 08, 2024
Old Jalopy to Dry Goods: Powell Brewing's Journey with David Bowkett
Jul 25, 2024
Unveiling the John Oliver IPA with Julia Hanlon of Steamworks Brewing
Jul 11, 2024
The Magic Behind Main Street’s Naked Fox IPA and Cask Ale with Azlan Graves
Jul 03, 2024