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Steal This Beer

Steal This Beer
Craft Beer
Wild Beer Festival
Catskill Brewery
Beer
Portland
Dusty Booze: In Search Of Vintage Spirits
Mixed Culture Brewing
Athletic Endurance
Chicago
IPA Malt
Maple Beer
The Holidays
Em Sauter
Long Island
Genesee Cream Ale
Beer Brewing
Dry January
Ecliptic Brewing
Lager
Vintage Spirits

Beer gurus Augie Carton (Carton Brewing) and John Holl (author of Drink Beer, Think Beer: Getting to the Bottom of Every Pint) get to the bottom of the day’s most pressing craft beer issues with help from opinionated brewer friends, know-it-all barkeeps, and smarmy industry insiders. For each episode, Augie and John will blind-taste and dissect two beers on air (provided by that episode’s guest) w... more

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Episode 559 - New Year Letter Dump Happy 2026, Thieves! We’re reading some letters and catching up today. Here’s to a great 2026! Tune in and let us know what you think***As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us ... more

Episode 558 - Bob D'Angelo, Esker Hart Brewing

Episode 557 - RaR Brewing

Episode 556 - Adam Wolfe & Nick Meyer, Eckhart Beer Co. Happy Monday, Thieves! We’re talking with the new kids on the Brooklyn block this week, Eckhart Beer Co. Adam and Nick join us to talk about hops from down under, lagers from Czechia and Germ... more

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Recent Guests

Justin Slanina
A brewer at RaR Brewing, discussing craft beer and brewery insights
RaR Brewing
Episode: Episode 557 - RaR Brewing
Nick Wolfe
Co-founder of Eckhart Beer Co., experienced brewer
Eckhart Beer Co.
Episode: Episode 556 - Adam Wolfe & Nick Meyer, Eckhart Beer Co.
Adam Meyer
Co-founder of Eckhart Beer Co., has a background in hospitality and cooking
Eckhart Beer Co.
Episode: Episode 556 - Adam Wolfe & Nick Meyer, Eckhart Beer Co.
Jay Sykes
Owner and brewer at Flagship Brewing Co.
Flagship Brewing Co.
Episode: Episode 555 - Jay Sykes, Flagship Brewing Co.
Kevin Quinn
Founding brewer overseeing sales and distribution at Bale Breaker Brewing
Bale Breaker Brewing
Episode: Episode 554 - Kevin Smith & Kevin Quinn, Bale Breaker Brewing
Kevin Smith
Head Brewer at Bale Breaker Brewing
Bale Breaker Brewing
Episode: Episode 554 - Kevin Smith & Kevin Quinn, Bale Breaker Brewing
Matt Gallagher
Founder of Suncatcher Brewing, former brewer at Half Acre
Suncatcher Brewing
Episode: Episode 553 - Matt Gallagher, Suncatcher Brewing
Cole Hackbarth
Member of Rhinegeist Brewery
Rhinegeist Brewery
Episode: Episode 549 - Cole Hackbarth and Nick Brehm, Rhinegeist Brewery
Nick Brehm
Member of Rhinegeist Brewery
Rhinegeist Brewery
Episode: Episode 549 - Cole Hackbarth and Nick Brehm, Rhinegeist Brewery

Hosts

Augie Carton
Co-host and beer expert, often blending irreverence with a deep knowledge of craft beer and brewing culture.
John Holl
Co-host and author specializing in craft beer literature, providing thoughtful insights into beer culture and trends.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 333 ratings
  • Great crew. Come for the Augie, stay for the John

    Always look forward to their reliable Monday beer banter. Great hosts and guests. Very honest info about beer and the industry.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Whooten
    United States3 months ago
  • Yonkers

    TIL where upstate NY starts. Please add more wine content

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Eric Larson Jr
    United Statesa year ago
  • Favorite Beer Pod

    But can y’all please work on the audio levels?! I commute via the subway and can’t ever hear Augie!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    fooooootballllll
    United States2 years ago
  • Great crew

    Always look forward to their reliable Monday beer banter. Great hosts and guests. Very honest info about beer and the industry.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Whooten
    United States2 years ago
  • Authenticity

    Say what you will

    And you will

    It’s authentic

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kingfish13
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners enjoy the engaging banter and authenticity of the hosts, appreciating their deep knowledge of craft beer.
Overall feedback points to a strong sense of community and a fun atmosphere that keeps listeners returning weekly.
Some critiques mention the host dynamics, specifically that one host might dominate discussions, affecting guest contributions.
Many highlight the informative nature of discussions, particularly the insights from guests who bring real-world experience to the conversations.

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Apple Podcasts
#178
United States/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#200
Canada/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#151
Australia/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#191
Germany/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#208
France/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#29
Chile/Arts/Food

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 557 - RaR Brewing
Q: How much time do you get to spend in the public facing spaces?
Justin mentions that he enjoys interacting with the public at RaR Brewing's locations, especially at their newest cocktail lounge that allows guests to see the brewing process while enjoying drinks.
Episode 554 - Kevin Smith & Kevin Quinn, Bale Breaker Brewing
Q: What is your favorite Thanksgiving meal side?
Gravy was suggested as a favorite side, but there were debates whether it should be categorized as a sauce instead.
Episode 553 - Matt Gallagher, Suncatcher Brewing
Q: How does Chicagoland feel about Siebel?
Everyone is pretty distraught over Siebel's closing, as it's a significant loss for the beer community.
Episode 547 - David Miller, Chinkapin Brewing
Q: Do you have a vision of a group walking in for pizza and what they might order?
David admits he does not have a clear vision yet, highlighting the spontaneity of his brewing journey.
Episode 547 - David Miller, Chinkapin Brewing
Q: How much of your beer selection is focused on nailing styles versus creativity?
David mentions that he aims to find out what the main customer base likes, indicating that it's a learning process to refine his offerings.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Steal This Beer

What is Steal This Beer about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast provides an insightful and often humorous exploration of the craft beer industry, led by hosts with deep expertise in brewing and beer culture. The discussions frequently center around current trends, brewing techniques, and personal anecdotes from the hosts and their impressive roster of guests, who are often industry professionals themselves. In addition to blind-tasting various beers, the hosts delve into topics ranging from local brewing scenes to the impact of seasonal changes on taste preferences. The show's emphasis on community, tradition, and storytelling within the craft beer world adds a unique, relatable angle that appeals to both casual listeners and dedicated enthusiasts. Overall, it's an engaging blend of educati... more

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Recent guests on Steal This Beer include:

1. Justin Slanina
2. Nick Wolfe
3. Adam Meyer
4. Jay Sykes
5. Kevin Quinn
6. Kevin Smith
7. Matt Gallagher
8. Cole Hackbarth

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