Radio Brews News

GABS Hottest 100 Countdown - DJ McCready

01 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Matt Kirkegaard and Sabrina Kunz countdown the GABS Hottest 100 beers for 2023. Enjoy this chat with winner DJ McCready. View the full list of winners...

GABS Hottest 100 Countdown - Scott Hargrave

01 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Matt Kirkegaard and Sabrina Kunz countdown the GABS Hottest 100 beers for 2023. Enjoy this conversation with Scott Hargrave. View the full list of win...

GABS Hottest 100 Countdown - Inspired Unemployed

01 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Matt Kirkegaard and Sabrina Kunz countdown the GABS Hottest 100 beers for 2023. Enjoy this chat with Matt and Jack from the Inspired Unemployed. View ...

GABS Hottest 100 Countdown - Mick Fanning

01 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Matt Kirkegaard and Sabrina Kunz countdown the GABS Hottest 100 beers for 2023. Enjoy this chat with Mick Fanning. View the full list of winners. If y...

GABS Hottest 100 Countdown - Full Live Broadcast

01 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Matt Kirkegaard and Sabrina Kunz countdown the GABS Hottest 100 beers for 2023. This full live broadcast includes all interviews and commentary as it...

Jess Walker & Dennis de Boer - White Bay Beer Co.

31 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we speak with Jess Walker and Dennis de Boer from White Bay Beer Company. During the chat, we discuss Jess and Dennis’ extensive careers ...

Brews News Week #403 What Is NoLo?

25 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week the team discuss the sad news that Ballistic Beer enters administration, Lion closes Boag's Visitor centre and how the world defines NoLo. P...

Evin Craney - Bright Brewery

24 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we speak with Evin Craney, National Sales and Export Manager at Bright Brewery.  During the chat, we learn about Evin’s extensive experi...

Brews News Week #402 Nostalgia

19 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week the team discuss the brands using nostalgia as a hook and how to handle a social media scandal. Please subscribe and leave us a review on Ap...

Chuck Hahn

17 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week Matt has a very personal conversation with Chuck Hahn.  Chuck is no stranger to our listeners and has graced this podcast a number of times...

Brews News Week #401 Pickleball

12 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week the team discuss Little Creatures staying put, advertising placements under review from ABAC and is bowls Australia's answer to pickleball? ...

Richard Kelsey and Geoff Huens - Beer Cartel

10 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re catching up with Richard Kelsey and Geoff Huens from online beer retailer Beer Cartel. Late last year Beer Cartel released its resul...

Karen and David Golding - Red Hill Brewery

27 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this bonus episode of Beer is a Conversation, we speak to founders of Red Hill Brewery, Karen and David Golding. During the chat, we speak about t...

Brews News Week #400 LIVE from Easy Times Brewing

22 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week the team celebrate the 400th episode of Brews News Week live from Easy Times Brewing and discuss Your Mates opening a bowls club and angry s...

Mark Haysman - Mighty Craft

20 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

And this week we have our now annual chat with Mighty Craft Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, Mark Haysman. In this conversation we take...

Brews News Week #399 Hermit Crab

15 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week the team discuss Bintani's sustainable status, how inflation is affecting hospitality and more Instagram posts face ABAC. Please subscribe a...

Andrew Fineran and Chris Sidwa - Batch Brewing

13 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we speak to Batch Brewing founders, Andrew Fineran and Chris Sidwa. We have spoken to Fineran and Sidwa a couple of times on the podcast p...

Brews News Week #398 Engaged Not Influenced

08 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week the team discuss diet culture, Hot 100 and the sad news of La Sirène Brewing closing due to asbestos. Please subscribe and leave us a revie...

Andy Allen & Blake Bowden - Travla

06 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we speak to Andy Allen and Blake Bowden from Travla.  Travla was launched recently with Masterchef’s Andy Allen, actor Travis Fimmel an...

Teaser: Beer Tourism with Kelly Ryan

02 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

For the full episode head over to the Brewery Pro Podcast. Recently on Radio Brews News we discussed the Sunshine Coast’s beer-focused campaign, th...

Brews News Week #397 IBA Gets Rich

01 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week the team discuss new board members at IBA and keg pooling grows. Please subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or your favourite ...

Søren Eriksen - 8 Wired Brewing

29 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we speak to Søren Eriksen, owner and head brewer of 8 Wired Brewing in New Zealand.  During the chat, we discuss how the industry has ev...

Brews News Week #396 Live From Brightstar

24 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week the team discuss support for agricultural jobs and Red Hill Brewery is listed for sale. Please subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podc...

Scott Seymour - Penguin Beer Co. & Island State Brewing

22 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we speak to Penguin Beer Co. and Island State Brewing founder, Scott Seymour.  During the chat, we discuss Seymour’s diverse career bac...

Brews News Week #395 Influencer or Nay

17 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week the team discuss using influencers in your marketing, the new DrinkWise campaign and whether beer styles really matter. Please subscribe and...

Bonus: John Pemberton & Chris Roberts - Heart of Darkness

16 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

 In this special edition of Beer is a Conversation, we speak to John Pemberton and Chris Roberts of Heart of Darkness brewery in Vietnam. This bon...

Amanda Baker - Lost Palms Brewing Co.

15 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we speak to Lost Palms Brewing Co’s marketing coordinator, Amanda Baker.  During the chat, we discuss Lost Palms’ specific branding, f...

Teaser: Scott Phillips - investing in the brewing industry

15 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

For the full episode head over to the Brewery Pro Podcast. Brewery valuations and investment in the brewing industry have increasingly become issues ...

Brews News Week #394 Bonza Beer

10 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week the team discuss Coopers cautiously optimistic after tough year, a win for workplace health and safety and Sunshine Coast named Australia's ...

Stephen Hopkins - Kegstar

08 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we speak with Kegstar general manager for Australia and New Zealand, Stephen Hopkins.  During the chat, we discuss Hopkins' career journ...

Brews News Week #393 Sad Boom

03 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week the team discuss growth at Mighty Craft, lack of budget support for breweries and we say goodbye to one of our own! Please subscribe and le...

Rame Abdallah - Braeside Brewing Co.

01 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we speak to Braeside Brewing Co. founder Rame Abdallah.  During the chat, we discuss the brewery’s third anniversary, liquor retail, th...

Brews News Week #392 Growth For Growths Sake

27 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week the team discuss the revival of malting and the 2022 can design awards. Please subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or your fa...

James Phillips - CGA by NielsenIQ

25 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we look at on-premise data as we speak with CGA by NielsenIQ client solutions director ANZ James Phillips.  During the chat, we discuss c...

Brews News Week #391 Comes Down To Execution

20 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week the team discuss the creation of Local Drinks Collective and the predictable decline in Endeavour retail revenue. Please subscribe and leav...

Dale Vocale and Adam Murphy - Jarrah Boy

18 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we speak to Indigenous chef Dale Vocale, and former CUB head of insights, innovation and capability Adam Murphy, on the launch of new contr...

Brews News Week #390 Let's Go Bowling

13 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week the team discuss DrinkWise new Bowls Australia campaign, ABAC complaints increase and Lord Nelson withdraws brewery from sale. Please subscr...

Sam Reid - Du Cane Brewing Co.

11 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we speak to Sam Reid, co-founder of Willie Smith's Cider Makers and new Launceston brewery Du Cane Brewing Co.  During the chat, we speak ...

Brews News Week #389 World in a Beer Glass

06 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week the team discuss Easy Times appointment of a voluntary administrator and the impact of glass recycling. Please subscribe and leave us a rev...

Joe Cook - Beer Fans

04 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we speak to Beer Fans founder and general manager, Joe Cook.  During the chat, we speak about Cook’s impactful career within the industr...

Brews News Week #388 Slimline

29 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week the team discuss the future of beer can formats, pay gap reporting and the perils of releasing a budget brand. Please subscribe and leave u...

Phil O'Shea - Five Barrel Brewing

27 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we speak with Five Barrel Brewing owner, Phil O'Shea.  During the chat, we discuss O'Shea's brewing journey, why he wanted to start Five ...

Brews News Week #387 Regionality

22 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week the team discuss the FSANZ label colour mandates, Brick Lane's B Corp status and CO2 recovery for smaller brewers. Please subscribe and leav...

Lauren Yap - Hops Professional

20 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we speak to Lauren Yap, hops industry professional and previous hop quality and innovation manager at NZ Hops.  Despite Yapp recently lea...

Brews News Week #386 Collaboration is Key

15 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week the team discuss Konvoy's expansion into Europe, a run in with ABAC for Better Beer and concerns over sugar in beer. Please subscribe and l...

Jonny Day - Capital Brewing Co.

13 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Notes: This week, we speak to newly appointed marketing manager at Capital Brewing Co, Jonny Day.  During the chat, we discuss his long career from ...

Brews News Week #385 Not Controversial, Just Opinionated

08 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week the team discuss the IBA's skilled migration plans, DrinkWise FASD awareness campaign and how the weather in Europe is affecting the industr...

Fil Kemp and Ryan Davidson - Little Bang Brewing

06 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we speak to Little Bang Brewing co-founders Fil Kemp and Ryan Davidson.  During the chat, we discuss how the business came about, how it...

Brews News Week #384 Good People, Good Beer

01 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week the team discuss Coles focus on local and XXXX big seltzer investment. Please subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or your favo...

Brad Bown - Left Barrel Brewing

30 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we speak to Brad Bown, co-owner of Left Barrel Brewing in Balhannah.  Along with wife Nada, Bown opened the microbrewery and taphouse i...

Brews News Week #383 Lord of the Rings

25 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week the team discuss Good Drinks purchase of Stomping Ground, the new way consumers are buying beer and fresh thoughts on zero alcohol drinks. P...

Dave Macgill - Deep South Brewing Co.

23 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we speak to Dave Macgill, co-founder of Deep South Brewing Co. in Hobart, and former general manager and head brewer at Moo Brew.  During...

Brews News Week #382 Smart View

18 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week the team discuss Dainton's crowdfunding, and Us breweries are for sale - but who's buying? Please subscribe and leave us a review on Apple ...

Nick McDonald - Bucketty's Brewing Co.

16 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we meet Nick McDonald, who co-founded Bucketty's Brewing Co. in Brookvale along with his wife Lexi McDonald.  During the chat, we discuss...

Brews News Week #381 Be Nimble

11 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week the team discuss inflation and excise and the low purchase propensity of NoLo. Please subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or ...

Brian Watson - Good George Brewing

09 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we chat with Brian Watson, head brewer of Good George Brewing in New Zealand and president of SmartBrew.  During the chat, we discuss Wa...

Brews News Week #380 FOMO

03 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week the team discuss the liquidation of Stalwart and Pink Boots and Gage team up to launch leadership scholarships. Please subscribe and leave u...

Emma Locke - Pink Boots

02 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Interview with Emma Locke, venue manager at Beerfarm and scholarships coordinator at Pink Boots Society Australia about the launch of the leadership p...

Scott Player & Steve Finney - FOUND. Goods Co.

02 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we meet Scott Player and Steve Finney, co-founders of FOUND. Goods Co. With Player's and Finney's combined extensive experience within the ...

Brews News Week #379 Founders Forever

28 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week the team discuss a diversity milestone for Sydney Royal, the merits of beer awards, and the paddock to pint philosophy. Please subscribe and...

Chris Swersey - Tribe Breweries

26 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week we meet Chris Swersey, who - following a 30-year career in the brewing industry in the US - recently moved to Australia and has started a ro...

Brews News Week #378 Our Place In The World

21 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week the team discuss Lion's sustainability report, Royal Adelaide results and how much space is there for craft beer going forward? Please subs...

Stef Constantoulas and Max Hämmerle - Philter Brewing

19 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we meet Stef Constantoulas and Max Hämmerle, co-founder and head brewer of Philter Brewing. During the chat, we discuss branding, the dif...

Brews News Week #377 It's About Bigness

14 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week the team discuss growth in the NoLo category and a decline in ABAC complaints. Please subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or ...

Hamish Coates & Ross Terlick - Rocky Ridge Brewing Co.

12 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week we are joined by Rocky Ridge Brewing co-founder and managing director Hamish Coates and head brewer Ross Terlick. We spoke with Hamish and ...

Brews News Week #376 Good As Gold

07 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week the team discuss David Cryer's retirement, the 2022 craft beer survey and the best options for automating your venue. Please subscribe and ...

David Cryer Retires

07 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this very special episode of Beer is a Conversation, we speak with David Cryer who has announced he is retiring from the business he started almost...

Harry Sexton - Matilda Bay Brewery

05 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we meet with Harry Sexton, head brewer of Matilda Bay Brewery in Victoria. Son of industry veteran and Matilda Bay founder, Phil Sexton, w...

Brews News Week #375 Blurred Lines

30 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week the team discuss the Little Bang sale, Broo Liquidations and "non alcoholic seltzer". Please subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podca...

Simone Clements - Gage Roads Brew Co.

28 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we meet Simone Clements, head brewer at Gage Roads Brew Co. large new waterfront brewpub in Fremantle. During the chat, we discuss Clement...

Brews News Week #374 Boys Will Be Boys

23 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week the team discuss the Bridge Road crowdfund, zero alcohols market share, and DrinkWise launches State of Origin campaign. Please subscribe a...

Miles Hull - Dark Horse Hospitality Group

21 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week we speak with Miles Hull, who can be fairly regarded as an industry veteran in the hospitality space. Formally trained in hotel management ...

Brews News Week #373 To Be Continued...

16 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week the team discuss the new Aussie beer style, Brick Lane's new spot, and advertising issues highlighted by ABAC. Please subscribe and leave u...

Grace Fowler - Reckless Brewing Co.

14 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we speak with Grace Fowler, head brewer and co-founder of Reckless Brewing Co. During the chat, we explore how Fowler co-founded Reckless ...

Brews News Week #372 Built On The Blood Of Brewers

09 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week the team discuss Akasha's $2M fundraiser, better conditions for brewery employees and how to match beer with food. Please subscribe and lea...

Grant Smith and Andrew Newton - Two Mates Brewing

07 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week we meet Grant Smith and Andrew Newton, the founders of Two Mates Brewing in Lismore. The brewery - built on the ambition of becoming the hu...

Brews News Week #371 Award Winning Boom

02 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week the team discuss the AIBAs, Redoak Beer Cafe to close, and Aussies are seeking help for alcohol. Please subscribe and leave us a review on ...

Dayton Coffey - Mighty Craft

31 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we speak to Dayton Coffey, Head of Operations - Brewing at Mighty Craft, based at Mismatch Brewing Co. During the chat, we discuss Coffey’...

Brews News Week #370 Get Your Cluster On

26 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week the team discuss the Molson Coors deal, funding for the Bayside Beer Belt trail and a new head brewer for Philter. Please subscribe and lea...

Brendan Dowd and Steven House - Resin Brewing

24 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we speak to Brendan Dowd and Steven House, co-founders of Resin Brewing in the New South Wales suburb of Bulli. During the chat, we discus...

Brews News Week #369 Party In The Back

19 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week the team discuss BrewDog's expansion plans, Cryer Malt's focus on tech and expressions of interest sought for Mildura Brewery. Please subsc...

Louise Cooper - Coopers Brewery

17 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week I meet Louise Cooper, Strategic Development Manager at Coopers Brewery as Coopers prepares to celebrate 160 years of brewing. Of course, wi...

Brews News Week #368 We Need Better Words

12 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week the team discuss the challenges of being a parent in the brewing industry, and the philosophy of alcohol free beers and cannabis. Please su...

Steve Russell - Blasta Brewing Co.

10 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we speak to Blasta Brewing Co. founder Steve Russell. Since launching in 2018, the Western Australian brewery has gone from strength-to-st...

Brews News Week #367 Cruisey Episode

05 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week the team discuss Feral's role with Coca Cola, ABAC's biggest year, and which beers make it onto mainstream restaurant menus. Please subscri...

Kyle Pearson - Alice Springs Brewing Co.

04 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we speak to Kyle Pearson, founder of Alice Springs Brewing Co. During the chat, we discuss the success the brewery has found through award...

Brews News Week #366 Elephant In The Room

28 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week the team discuss the IBA's 10 year roadmap, and continued growth expected for non-alc beers indicated by trademark activity. Please subscri...

IBA 10 Year Roadmap

28 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to this special edition of Radio Brews News in which we hear from Kylie Lethbridge, CEO of the Independent Brewers Association about the just-...

Nathan Lennon - Hawke's Brewing Co.

26 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we head to the newly opened Bob Hawke Beer and Leisure Centre to chat with Nathan Lennon, co-founder of Hawke’s Brewing Co. During the c...

Brews News Week #365 Look, A Rabbit!

21 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week the team discuss Endeavour Group sales, cardboard pop up venues and we honour some greats of the NZ industry. Please subscribe and leave us...

Malcolm Eadie - Lion

19 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we return to the endlessly fascinating world of beer marketing as I speak with Malcolm Eadie, Brand Director Craft and Premium at Lion. Pa...

Brews News Week #364 Bubbly Water With Stuff In It

14 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week the team discuss sustainability, the definition of craft and a sharp decrease in ABAC complaints. Please subscribe and leave us a review on...

Richard Adamson and Zoe Catterall - Young Henry’s

12 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week we chat with Young Henry’s Richard Adamson and Zoe Catterall. Listeners will recall that almost exactly a year ago we spoke with Oscar Mc...

Brews News Week #363 That's My Jam

07 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week the team discuss ways breweries can become carbon neutral and a price rise for container deposit schemes. Please subscribe and leave us a ...

Hamish Coates and Ricky Watt - Rocky Ridge Brewing Co

05 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we speak with Hamish Coates and Ricky Watt, founder and brand director of Rocky Ridge Brewing Co. During the chat, we discuss the company'...

Brews News Week #362 Do You Know Who I Am?

31 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week the team discuss changes to excise payments and restrictions on entry categories for Melbourne Royal Beer Awards. Please subscribe and leav...

Never Have I Ever - A DrinkWise Campaign

29 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week we talk mindfulness around drinking as we talk about a new initiative from DrinkWise, the Never Have I Ever campaign. We work in an industr...

Brews News Week #361 No Boom

24 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week the team go in depth on the latest research into drinking habits and discuss the idea of crowdfunding through sites like Go Fund Me. Pleas...

Lauren Sheppard and Jack Viney - Moo Brew

22 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we speak to Lauren Sheppard and Jack Viney, general manager and head brewer of Moo Brew, Tasmania’s biggest independent brewery. During ...

Brews News Week # 360 All About The Joy

17 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week the team launch the States of Brewing report, new board appointments at Retail Drinks and New Zealand is finally open! Please subscribe and...