It’s not pasteurization. It’s not sterile filtration. So how exactly does the Shredder achieve microbiological stabilization? Special Guests: Jesse Kremenak and Matt Burkhardt.
Episode 054: Stuff You Should Know About Keg Valves
25-05-2026 | 36 Min.
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.
Episode 360: How Pitch Rate Affects Cold Lager Fermentations
18-05-2026 | 42 Min.
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 Preiss.
Episode 072: Yeast Propagation
11-05-2026 | 39 Min.
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: Graham Stewart.
Episode 359: Brewing Yeast Volume 1: Yeast Fundamentals and Propagation
04-05-2026 | 41 Min.
A discussion with the authors of a new book about yeast. Special Guests: Bill Maca and Florian Kuplent.
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