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