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The Brewing Network Presents | Brew Strong

Justin Crossley
Homebrewing
Brewing Techniques
Craft Beer
Brewing Equipment
Home Brewing
Yeast Plating
Mash Hopping
Wet Hops
Brew Strong
Open Fermentation
Decoction Mashing
Blue Lake Hops
Mixed Fermentation
Brewing With Nuts
Blichmann Engineering
Blickman Engineering
Yeast Management
Grain Storage
Temperature Control In Brewing
Yeast Handling

Brew Strong, with hosts Jamil Zainasheff and John Palmer, combines the two most prominent authors and figures in homebrewing today in a live beer radio format that allows listeners to pose beginning and advanced brewing questions to expert hosts and guests from the Craft Beer industry. Designed as a brewing geek's must-listen show, Brew Strong is your source for cutting edge beer and brewing infor... more

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More from the mailsack as the Brew Strong crew get to the bottom of your brewing questions.

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Brew Strong continues answering your burning questions on all things brewing!

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Keeping up with Jamil's promise to get through every question ever sent into Brew Strong, the boys are back with another mail sack.

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In this episode of Brew Strong the crew talks you through the specifics of yeast propagation in you brewery.

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Recent Guests

John Hughes
Former quality assurance manager at Heretic Brewing, PhD in Microbiology, and director of Master Brewer's Certificate Program at UC Davis.
UC Davis
Episode: Brew Strong | Quality Labs for Small Brewers and Homebrewers
Michael Tansmeier
Special guest from Sappwood Cellars, expert in mixed fermentation
Sappwood Cellars
Episode: Brew Strong | Mixed Fermentation Part 2
Michael Tansmeyer
Brewer and co-founder at Sapwood Cellars, expert on mixed fermentation
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Episode: Brew Strong | Mixed Fermentation Part 1
Michael James Martin Ferguson
Professional brewer with over 35 years of experience, currently working in a home brew shop.
Episode: Brew Strong | Package-gasm 2
Neil Spake
Homebrewing expert and friend of the show
Episode: Brew Strong | Question and Answer: Open Fermentation, Expanding Your Home Brewery, etc.
Robert Bell
Owner and head brewer at Hogshead Brewery
Hogshead Brewery
Episode: Brew Strong | Robert Bell from Hogshead Brewery Talking Cask Ales
Huggy Bear
Brewmaster at Flix Brewhouse
Flix Brewhouse
Episode: Brew Strong | Homebrew Finings
Adrian Cook
Expert in hop processing and representative from Blue Lake Hops.
Blue Lake Hops
Episode: Brew Strong | Preserving Fresh Hops with Blue Lake Hops
Drew Barnes
President of Blichmann Engineering.
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Episode: Brew Strong | Drew Barnes, President of Blichmann Engineering

Hosts

Jamil Zainasheff
Co-host of Brew Strong; expert in homebrewing and brewing science; frequent guest on QA and microbiology topics.
John Palmer
Co-host of Brew Strong; co-author known for brewing science and practical homebrewing guidance.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 386 ratings
  • Honestly Useless - Avoid

    I came looking to hear John Palmer and Jamil Zainasheff talking about home-brew and… I got vulgar-mouthed yahoos yapping. Just end the podcast already - listeners should already know to go elsewhere.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    TJCinMaryland
    United Statesa year ago
  • Solid information

    I genuinely learn something every time I listen to this show! Jamil and the cast are entertaining to listen to and I can rest easy knowing that whatever advice these folks give, it’s more good knowledge than I started with!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    merlinusm
    United States3 years ago
  • Only the best here

    I love this show and most shows the BN offers! Keep it up forever!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    beardedbreqer
    United States5 years ago
  • Read this title

    This show is like getting crabs. Yes you had a lot of fun but now you have the itch.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Maynardkelly
    United States7 years ago
  • Bestest

    Best brewing podcast ever

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Khasta
    Canada7 years ago

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Some listeners critique heavy ad load and long host banter but praise the quality of brewing content.
Guests with microbiology and lab backgrounds are highly valued for technical depth and practical tips.
Audience appreciates deep technical content on yeast, fermentation, and QA.

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#212
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#196
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#54
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#90
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#112
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#127
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Brew Strong | The Mailsack April 2026 P1
Q: When repitching, how many generations are typically optimal before introducing fresh yeast?
Typically the third and fourth generations are the sweet spot for repitched yeast, offering stability and consistency, after which you might notice drift depending on the strain and conditions.
Brew Strong | The Mailsack April 2026 P1
Q: Do you still recommend rehydrating dry yeast, or is sprinkling on top acceptable these days?
Yes, rehydration is generally still the recommended practice for best results, though some commercial producers have evolved; rehydration tends to yield more predictable fermentation performance.
Brew Strong | The Mailsack April 2026 P1
Q: Is single infusion still the best approach for most home brewers, or should they consider decoction or step mashing?
Single infusion remains the default for most beers; decoction and step mashing can be used for specific styles or when fermentation and clarity goals demand it, but they are not required for winning most competitions.
Brew Strong | The Mailsack April 2026 P2
Q: Kurt asks how to kill mold spores when mold is seen in the brewery and whether mold seen in the room is the same as mold that could affect beer.
The panel recommends thorough cleaning, boiling all boilable components, replacing soft plastics, and considering caustic or quaternary ammonia sanitizers; mold spores can resist boiling, so broader sanitation and material replacement are advised.
Brew Strong | Quality Lab: Yeast Propagation
Q: How long should you let each propagation step run before advancing to the next size?
In general, about two full days is sufficient before stepping up, with 24 hours often being enough for small steps, though a week-long view may be needed when scaling to pitching volumes.

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Brew Strong blends technical brewing know-how with lively host banter, featuring deep-dives on yeast handling, microbiology, fermentation methods, and packaging alongside practical how-tos for homebrewers and small breweries. Episodes frequently bring in subject-matter experts to demystify lab techniques, applied microbiology, and quality control, while also exploring strategies for flavor development, grain storage, and equipment usage. The show stands out for its strong technical backbone intertwined with entertaining, conversational dynamics, making it a go-to for listeners who want rigorous brewing insight delivered in an approachable format.

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