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Each week, thousands of brewers download The Master Brewers Podcast to hear interviews with the industry's best & brightest in brewing science, technology, and operations. The show is known for featuring technical deep dives, a bit of brewing history, cutting edge research, hard lessons learned, important industry contributors, and no fluff. If you make beer for a living, this show is for you.

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Steve Bradt from Micro Matic joins us to talk about keg valve design, function, maintenance, and safety. If you work with kegs, this episode is for you, regardless of your experience level.

Special Guest: Steve Bradt.

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Can increased pitch rate accelerate fermentation at 8°C? How does pitch rate influence aroma formation in different lager yeast strains? Is there an optimal pitch rate for balancing clean flavour with desired complexity?

Special Guest: Richard Preis... more

Understanding the basics of yeast propagation is critical for commercial brewers of all sizes. With 50 years of experience researching yeast, Graham Stewart joins us to talk about the basic principles of brewer's yeast propagation.

Special Guest: Gr... more

A discussion with the authors of a new book about yeast.

Special Guests: Bill Maca and Florian Kuplent.

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• Brewing Yeast Volume 1: Yeast Fun... more

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Recent Guests

Graham Stewart
Brewing researcher and author with extensive work on yeast propagation
Graham Stewart (guest)
Episode: Episode 072: Yeast Propagation
Bill Maca
Owner and principal consultant, HWM Yeast Solutions LLC
HWM Yeast Solutions LLC
Episode: Episode 359: Brewing Yeast Volume 1: Yeast Fundamentals and Propagation
Florian Kuplent
Principal of Bayoubari Solutions
Bayoubari Solutions
Episode: Episode 359: Brewing Yeast Volume 1: Yeast Fundamentals and Propagation
Jason Platek
Brewing Engineer at Ager Brewing Systems
Ager Brewing Systems
Episode: Episode 241: Mash Filters
Jack Van Paepeghem
Quality Manager at von Trapp Brewing
von Trapp Brewing
Episode: Episode 358: Lager Sensory at von Trapp
Hal McConnellogue
Sustainability Manager at Drake's Brewing Co
Drake's Brewing Co
Episode: Episode 236: Sustainability at Drake's
Ryan Fields
Co-owner, Wild Fields Brew House
Wild Fields Brew House (Atascadero, CA)
Episode: Episode 357: Dark Beer
John Henning
Research geneticist at USDA ARS Hop Breeding Program
USDA Agricultural Research Service
Episode: Episode 232: 074 (US Vista)
Birgitte Skadhauge
Researcher at Carlsberg Research Laboratory
Carlsberg Research Laboratory
Episode: Episode 356: Carlsberg's New Barleys

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John Bryce
Host of The Master Brewers Podcast; frequently discusses brewing science, safety, and industry trends.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 416 ratings
  • Thiols

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Sully
    4 years ago
  • Brewing Science Heaven!

    I’ve been listening to beer podcasts for well over a decade now, and MBAA's podcast is by far the best for getting the most succinct brewing industry technical knowledge! This podcast sold me on finally getting a membership with the MBAA too. Yeah, the audio/production quality for the first several episodes were garbage (when not being a brewer, I’m a broadcast journalist with the Air National Guard), but it’s much better now. Keep that in mind for the first several if you find your face conform... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    wakeele
    United States4 years ago
  • Love it!

    Can’t do anything without listening this podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    IskandarBass
    Italy6 years ago
  • The best beer education out there

    I love attending CBC and watching BA, ASBC and MB webcast seminars, but IMHO, this is the most educational 30 - 40 minute investment a pro brewer can make. Episode after episode is packed with valuable information.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    beerphoto
    United States6 years ago
  • Sound quality

    An informative technical brewing podcast but the sound quality makes it unlistenable.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    JHara226
    United States6 years ago

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Production quality has improved over time while maintaining technical focus.
Some listeners wish for more industry-specific topics and broader guest diversity.
Listeners praise the depth and rigor, calling it an indispensable resource for pro brewers.
Guests are consistently high-caliber and knowledgeable, offering actionable insights.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 358: Lager Sensory at von Trapp
Q: What are the first practical steps a brewery should implement tomorrow to lock in lager quality?
Start a sensory program day one, set targets, have as many people taste as possible, and distinguish between flaws and features to avoid blind spots.
Episode 358: Lager Sensory at von Trapp
Q: When you're building a sensory panel at a small brewery, what's the minimum viable program that actually moves the needle?
A good baseline is about ten dedicated tasters, involve tasting room staff and managers, and ensure there is a clear sensory lead to run the program with consistency and objectivity.
Episode 232: 074 (US Vista)
Q: What are the funding dynamics for public hop breeding and how have they evolved?
Funding has shifted from underfunded to fully funded for core scientists, with ongoing supplemental grants; collaborations with industry and universities, plus a Brewers Association initiative, have expanded resources and capability for public programs.
Episode 260: Beer & Health
Q: If someone needs to increase ferulic acid in their diet, should they eat more tomatoes or just have a beer?
Glen humorously suggests maybe have a Bloody Mary and explains that ferulic acid is higher in wheat beers.
Episode 260: Beer & Health
Q: What are some of the other alleged or proven health benefits of beer?
Some health benefits include reducing cholesterol, the risk of heart attacks, the risk of kidney stones, and bone strength improvement.

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What is Master Brewers Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Technical deep-dives, historical context, and practical guidance dominate the conversation across episodes. Listeners are likely brewers and brewing professionals who crave rigorous science-backed insights into yeast propagation, mash filtration, sensory programs, water chemistry, hop genetics, and sustainable operations. The show consistently features industry researchers, university and brewery scientists, and senior brewers discussing hands-on methods, quality control, and process optimization, often tied to real-world case studies and sponsor integrations. A notable strength is the blend of historical perspective with cutting-edge topics, plus clear emphasis on actionable takeaways and industry best practices that appeal to both large-s... more

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Recent guests on Master Brewers Podcast include:

1. Graham Stewart
2. Bill Maca
3. Florian Kuplent
4. Jason Platek
5. Jack Van Paepeghem
6. Hal McConnellogue
7. Ryan Fields
8. John Henning

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