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Craft BeerpodcastBrewery Spotlight Podcast: Papago Brewing Company

Matthew JohnsonFebruary 15, 2023

Papago Brewing has a long history of introducing the Valley to unique, exotic and rare beers that you couldn't find anywhere else in Arizona.

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Craft BeerpodcastPodcast: Talking Craft Beer at Kitsune Brewing Company

Matthew JohnsonJanuary 26, 2023

We sample the Ramen and OJ hazy IPA and Shuwa Shuwa Rice Lager & get to know Kitsune owner Tyler Smith.

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Craft BeerpodcastTalking Craft Beer & Awards with Drew Pool at Wren House Brewing

Matthew JohnsonNovember 9, 2022

Johann and Matt set up shop on location at Wren House Brewing for a fun chat with co-owner Drew Pool. 

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Craft BeerWhat to Expect at the Arizona Craft Beer Awards & Festival

Matthew JohnsonOctober 18, 2022

Celebrate the best brews in Arizona on Saturday, October 22.

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Craft BeerpodcastTalking Craft Beer with Matt Johnson at Huss Brewing

Matthew JohnsonSeptember 22, 2022

Matt Johnson + Matt Johnson + Johann = a beer review podcast.

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Food & Drink FestivalspodcastSanTan Gardens Begins Fall Events Lineup with Beer, Bourbon, BBQ & a Band

Matthew JohnsonSeptember 21, 2022

Fall events and a new fall seasonal beer are coming to SanTan Gardens in Chandler.

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Craft BeerpodcastAZ Craft Beer Review with Keith Chapman at Bone Haus Brewing

Matthew JohnsonSeptember 12, 2022

Fall is in the air with the new Head Harvester Pumpkin Pie Amber Ale at Bone Haus Brewing.

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Craft BeerPhotos: Where to Drink Craft Beer in Scottsdale

Matthew JohnsonAugust 29, 2022

The best in south Scottsdale craft beer is found at Goldwater, Fate and Craft 64

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Craft BeerPeopleThe Award-Winning Brewer You Need to Know: Jesse Kortepeter at Oro Brewing

Matthew JohnsonAugust 26, 2022

Old styles are kept alive and the new beers are close to perfection at Oro Brewing.

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Craft BeerpodcastArizona Craft Beer Review: Barkley’s Peanut Butter Cup Porter

Matthew JohnsonJuly 28, 2022

An aromatic yet approachable dark style of beer, Barkley’s is thin and crushable and a good gateway Porter for those looking to grow into the style.

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Craft BeerpodcastArizona Craft Beer Review: Devil’s Ale

Matthew JohnsonJuly 26, 2022

SanTan Brewing’s classic pale ale has a long history and still pleases our crafty sensibilities all these years later.

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Craft BeerpodcastAZ Craft Beer Review: Cirrus Haze

Matthew JohnsonJuly 21, 2022

Join us at O.H.S.O. in Arcadia on July 27th from 12pm - 3pm as we launch the tickets sales to the inaugural Arizona Craft Beer Awards & Festival!

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Craft BeerpodcastAZ Craft Beer Review: Droptune Sour Stout

Matthew JohnsonJuly 18, 2022

An adventurous combination of cherries and vanilla in a palate pleasing dessert beer.

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Craft BeerpodcastAZ Craft Beer Review: Boysenberry Sour

Matthew JohnsonJuly 13, 2022

An almost non-existent tartness is a welcoming gesture in this refreshingly fruity flagship beer from Helton Brewing Company in Phoenix.

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Craft BeerpodcastAZ Craft Beer Review: Spare Moment

Matthew JohnsonJuly 11, 2022

A wallop of citrus on the nose followed by a soft, slightly bitter taste highlight this easy-drinking IPA.

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Charles Lohrmann

As managing editor and associate publisher of Texas Parks and Wildlife magazine, Charles Lohrmann experienced astounding natural wonders, from canoeing in Deep East Texas to trekking into the remote canyonlands west of Del Rio to view Archaic rock art. From TPWD, Lohrmann moved to Texas Highways, the award-winning Official Travel Magazine of Texas, where he was editor and publisher, and directed coverage of destinations in every corner of Texas. As editor of Texas Co-op Power magazine, he guided content development — including travel, history and culture — for the largest circulation publication in the state of Texas, reaching more than 3.5 million readers. Now residing in Santa Fe, N.M., Lohrmann has also traveled throughout Arizona many times, in particular to the Hopi and Navaho tribal lands, as well as to the Tohono O’odham nation.

Jenna Watters

Jenna Watters was born and raised in Sedona, Arizona, which is where her love of music began. She started singing in church as a young girl, joined a traveling choir that toured all over Arizona, and even helped teach the choir her senior year at Sedona Red Rock High School. In 2005, she graduated high school and spent a couple years at Arizona State University before she decided to travel around Europe, and it was during her travels that she decided that a career in music was calling her name. She linked up with her friend, Daniel Watters and they began writing songs via e-mail and would meet up during holiday breaks back home to Sedona to play small coffee shop shows for their friends and family. Fast forward to 15 years later; Jenna now lives in Austin with her husband Daniel and their son Johnny and has achieved her dream of becoming a full time musician with their band, The Watters. She also sings in various other side projects in town and teaches yoga on the side. Both Jenna and Daniel’s families still live in Arizona and they often travel back home for holidays and shows.

Jennifer Baluch

Jenn is a celebrated food influencer and a stand out in Arizona’s culinary scene. Honored as Best Food Influencer and recognized for her TikTok and Instagram accounts by PHOENIX magazine’s Best of the Valley, Jenn has become a trusted voice for food lovers across the state.

Her journey began during the challenging days of the Covid-19 pandemic, when she started spotlighting local restaurants to support struggling businesses.

Since then, Jenn has earned a reputation for her expertise in authentic Mexican cuisine, her passion for mom-and-pop eateries, and her love of dive bars and hidden gems.

Her genuine love for food shines through in her videos, where her expressions while tasting each dish say it all-no words needed.

Known for her honest yet thoughtful reviews, Jenn has built a loyal audience that appreciates her down-to-earth personality and approachability.

When she’s not discovering Arizona’s best bites, you might find her snapping selfies with fans or sharing her latest food finds.

Brian Goddard

Brian Goddard is a Scottsdale/Phoenix based Photographer, Videographer and Designer with a focus on Architecture, Food, Travel, Adventure, Garden and Lifestyle Content Creation.

Brian began his career as a Graphic Designer, Art Director and Photographer for Organic Gardening magazine and Organic Style magazine at Rodale, in Pennsylvania, Disney Adventures magazine in New York City, before relocating to Arizona to Design and Art Direct Phoenix Home & Garden magazine and PHOENIX magazine.

Brian has a lifelong interest in Adventure, Culture, Travel, Cuisine, Plants and Lifestyle, which makes Arizona a perfect place to Live, Work and Play.