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BeerSmith Home and Beer Brewing Podcast

Brad Smith and Friends
Craft Beer
Home Brewing
Beer
Brewing Techniques
Barrel Aged Stouts
Fermentation
Flash Brewing
Mead
Homebrewing
Brewing Science
Lager Fermentation
Hops
Dms
Judging Beer
Coffee
Craft Brewing
Brewing Equipment
Cider
Clean Fermentation
Non-Alcoholic Beer

Home Brewing and How to Brew Podcast for Beer Brewers

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes300Founded16 years ago
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Latest Episodes

Ron Pattinson joins me this week to discuss the Golden Age of UK Brewing which spanned roughly from the 1880’s up until World War I. This period featured a wide variety of English beer styles with standard strength and relatively low regulation. You ... more

Jamil Zainasheff joins me this week to discuss why you should (or should not) start a brewery today and walks us through some of the joys and pitfalls that come with owning your own Craft brewery. You can find show notes and additional episodes on my... more

Randy Mosher joins me to discuss his just released book “Your Tasting Brain” which covers the complex science of taste, flavor, aroma, mental models and practical tasting. You can find show notes and additional episodes on my blog here.

Jeff Bloem joins me from Murphy and Rude Malting in Virginia to discuss challenges his business has had producing craft malt, his new partnership with Carolina malts and his craft malt offerings. You can find show notes and additional episodes on my ... more

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Recent Guests

Drew Beechum
Author and co-author of multiple homebrewing books; former AHA board member
Independent author; AHA (formerly)
Episode: Home Brewing with Drew Beechum – BeerSmith Podcast #346
Bryan Pietrzak
Co-founder and brewmaster at Twelvenote Brewing
Twelvenote Brewing
Episode: Twelvenote Brewing with Bryan Pietrzak – BeerSmith Podcast #345
Michael Tonsmeire
Author of Sour Beers; co-founder of Sapwood Cellars
Sapwood Cellars
Episode: Advanced Dry Hop Techniques with Michael Tonsmeire – BeerSmith Podcast #344
John Mallett
Former VP and Director of Operations at Bell's Brewery; MBAA course director; author
Bell's Brewery, MBAA
Episode: Craft Brewing with John Mallett – BeerSmith Podcast #342
Denny Conn
Nationally ranked beer judge and co-author of Craft Beer for the Home Brewer
Episode: Belgian Trappist Style Ales with Denny Conn – BeerSmith Podcast #340
Jared Williamson
Head brewer at Schlafly Brewing with nearly 26 years of brewing experience.
Schlafly Brewing
Episode: Craft Beer and Schlafly Beer with Jared Williamson – BeerSmith Podcast #339
Dr. Chris White
President of White Labs Inc., author of the book Yeast.
White Labs Inc.
Episode: Yeast Biotransformations with Chris White and Nick Impellitteri – BeerSmith Podcast #336
Nick Impellitteri
Founder of Yeast Bay, biomaterial scientist, and genetic engineer.
Yeast Bay
Episode: Yeast Biotransformations with Chris White and Nick Impellitteri – BeerSmith Podcast #336
Richard Yi
A second generation cider maker working for his family business in New York.
Brooklyn Cider House
Episode: Craft and Home Cider Making with Richard Yi – BeerSmith Podcast #335

Host

Brad Smith
Host of the show with a focus on homebrewing and brewing software; frequent interviewer and industry connector.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 656 ratings
  • Sometimes pretty good

    One of the better home brewing podcasts IMHO. However, it could be better. I think Brad tries to cater to a very broad spectrum of knowledge in the potential audience, and this doesn’t work very well. Too often he interrupts his guest to go over very basic information, and it seems to destroy the momentum of the discussion, limit the scope, make for a disjointed presentation.

    Sometimes the guest O’s heading into an interesting area and Brad will pull them up only to clarify some fairly basic po... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    hallamonger
    Australia2 years ago
  • Great to hear Charlie!

    Love to hear Charlie talk about beer, please keep him coming back as long as he is willing!

    So knowledgeable and generous with his manner

    Great work Brad, thank you

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mattynickname
    Australia4 years ago
  • ❤️ Ron Pattenson

    I really enjoy all your guests immensely but the historical stories are my favourite. Keep bringing Ron on for more episodes please. Thankyou for all your hard work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    clhoppe
    Canada4 years ago
  • Stop clicking your pen!!!

    Love the content but as soon as he starts clicking his pen multiple times per minute it gets so distracting I have to stop listening. Only made it 10 minutes in to any episode so far. Just put the pen down man!

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Bauer 77
    United States4 years ago
  • The best homebrewpodcast

    Interresting topics a perfect host and a huge variety of topics covered. Only 5 stars for this one.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Quipno
    Sweden5 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

The show is praised for breadth of topics, from hops and yeast to cider and mead.
Guests are often top-tier brewers, maltsters, and scientists bringing actionable insights.
Listeners value the practical, no-nonsense approach and high-quality guests.
Some critique the host's interviewing style and pacing; improvements around letting guests finish could help.
Content is consistently relevant for both serious homebrewers and small breweries seeking technical depth.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#68
United States/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#103
United Kingdom/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#143
Canada/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#51
Australia/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#225
France/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#10
Norway/Leisure/Hobbies

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Should I Start a Brewery Now with Jamil Zainasheff – BeerSmith Podcast #350
Q: What should first-time brewery owners plan for in terms of operations and growth?
Plan for a year of burn rate, stock first batches that meet quality standards, parallel workflows with city permitting, and have a taproom strategy and community engagement from day one.
Should I Start a Brewery Now with Jamil Zainasheff – BeerSmith Podcast #350
Q: How should a new brewer approach funding and financing?
Common paths include family and friends funding, personal savings from other jobs, and cautious equity sharing; also emphasizes keeping recurring expenses low and securing a building you can own rather than lease.
Should I Start a Brewery Now with Jamil Zainasheff – BeerSmith Podcast #350
Q: What are your thoughts on the risk of starting a brewery in a competitive market?
He stresses that it is a huge risk, advises waiting for the right timing if you have small kids, and recommends ensuring you have enough resources to survive the first year with little to no profit.
Your Tasting Brain with Randy Mosher – BeerSmith Podcast #349
Q: What practical tips do you give for someone looking to improve beer judging skills?
Practice stepping through a structured tasting: use a small glass, smell before sipping, note the immediate sensations, then taste and observe how flavors develop over time, concluding with retronasal aroma. Keep the environment controlled (blind tastings, minimal distractions) and focus on present engagement rather than chasing expected results.
Your Tasting Brain with Randy Mosher – BeerSmith Podcast #349
Q: What are the key differences between tasting beer and wine from a sensory and linguistic viewpoint?
Beer and wine share fundamentals but beer adds unique groups like hop-derived terpenoids and Maillard-related flavors; wine language often has a richer, more formal vocabulary and broader use of terroir-associated terms. The book guides readers to build a personal flavor vocabulary first, then learn industry terms to communicate effectively.

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Listeners are drawn to practical, technique-forward conversations on homebrewing and craft beer topics, ranging from malting and hops to yeast genetics and fermentation. Episodes frequently center on real-world brewing challenges, equipment decisions, and process improvements, often featuring seasoned brewers, maltsters, and educators who share actionable tips, tradeoffs, and case studies. A notable pattern is the blend of deep technical discussion with approachable storytelling, plus occasional explorations of cider, mead, and non-alcoholic options that broaden the craft mindset. The show often highlights mentorship, community, and hands-on experimentation as paths to better beer, making it a solid resource for both ambitious homebrewers a... more

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Recent guests on BeerSmith Home and Beer Brewing Podcast include:

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3. Michael Tonsmeire
4. John Mallett
5. Denny Conn
6. Jared Williamson
7. Dr. Chris White
8. Nick Impellitteri

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