Celebrating Women in Brewing

03/14/25 • 36 min

Jacob Berg, Brandy Holder, and Michael Stein are here to celebrate the incredible women making waves in the brewing industry. We’re thrilled to have Anne Choe of Lost Generation join us to discuss her craft brewing journey and the impact of community engagement.

Thanks to a fortuitous grant from DC, Anne shares her excitement about the brewery’s plans to expand distribution and gives us the inside scoop on some new brews hitting their taps soon. Spoiler alert: A West Coast Pilsner and a German-style Bock are in the lineup!

The episode also dives into the phenomenal success of the recent Women’s Panel at Lost Generation, where many inspiring voices came together to raise over $3,000 for the Michael James Jackson Foundation. Anne reflects on the power of bringing the community together and underscores the importance of supporting diverse voices in the industry. As Anne and Brandy prepare for the next Women's event at Other Half on March 20, they emphasize the unique “speed-dating” style that allows for real connections.

The hosts also discuss the challenges the brewing world faces, with closures like Old Ox Brewing on the horizon, but Anne highlights the importance of staying connected to community roots.

So grab your favorite brew, get cozy, and immerse yourself in the dynamic world of craft beer led by innovative women. Join us for yet another fantastic episode of The DC Beer Show!

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The hosts also discuss the challenges the brewing world faces, with closures like Old Ox Brewing on the horizon, but Anne highlights the importance of staying connected to community roots.

So grab your favorite brew, get cozy, and immerse yourself in the dynamic world of craft beer led by innovative women. Join us for yet another fantastic episode of The DC Beer Show!

Thanks to our monthly supporters

Sean Moffitt
Anthony Scipione
johnna infanti
Catherine Ramirez
Amarendra Sahoo
Kristin
Adam Frank
Steven Lynch
Jared Prager
Jeff
Michael O'Connor
Favio Garcia
Josh
Ellen Daniels
Juan Deliz
Mike Lastort
James Wisnieski
Brian Minch
Chris Frome
Jon Gilgoff
Sam
Chip
Tory Roberts
Steven M Quartell
Chris DeLoose
Lauren Cary
Amy Crone
Clifton B
Scott Pavlica
Greg Antrim
jeffrey garrison
Joshua Learn
Alexis Smith
A t
Dan Goldbeck
Anthony Budny
Greg Parnas
Frank Chang
Mikahl Tolton
Kim Klyberg
Chris Girardot
Alyssa
jeffrey katz
Andrew MacWilliams
Jamie Jackson
Meegan
Mike Rucki
Jason Tucker
Nick Gardner
Amber Farris
Sarah Ray
Peter Jones
Blue2024
Brad Stengel
Matt Winterhalter
Bill and Karen Butcher
Jordan Harvey
Justin Broady
Stephen Claeys
Julie Verratti
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Vine Street Brewing in Kansas City

Today on The DC Beer Show, Jake and Brandy keep the good brews flowing. First off, Brandy's fresh from a trip to Ardent Craft in Richmond, singing praises of their alt beer. Jacob joins in the cheer, holding a pint of Wheatland Spring's Common Grain—a tipple toasting women in the brewery world, like the incredible Bonnie.

This week, we're catching up on the pulse of the March beer scene, full of exciting events like the Women's Panels at Lost Generation and Other Half, celebrating women with a blend of pizza, craft suds, and... shenanigans, obviously! March being Women's Month, Jake himself pledges attendance and support.

Next up in the fermenting fun, the team shines a light on the brewing buzzkill: City State Brewery's brewing operations ceasing, a sobering reminder to support local brews over Amazon shopping sprees.

But the hops don't stop there—we've got Brandy and Jacob chatting with Annie McGinnis from Vine Street Brewing in Kansas City. She gives us the lowdown on their claim to fame as the first black-owned brewery in Missouri, housed in a historic building just East of memorable KC landmarks. Vine Street is stirring the pot (or kettle, in this case) with a community vibe brought alive with music, art, and eclectic beer styles like their signature Hood Saison.

Our hosts also dive into Annie's time advocating at the Missouri Capitol, aligning with Anheuser Busch for a good cause—tax reform to keep craft brewing costs palatable. Plus, with collaborations in spades and innovative initiatives on the horizon, Vine Street Brewing is definitely one to watch.

As always, there’s a sprinkle of shout-outs to beer shares and brewery events in the DC area, making sure you folks get your craft fix all while supporting local breweries.

So, crack open a cold one, settle in, and join us for a pint-sized adventure on The DC Beer Show!

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Anthony Scipione
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Catherine Ramirez
Amarendra Sahoo
Kristin
Adam Frank
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Jared Prager
Jeff
Michael O'Connor
Favio Garcia
Josh
Ellen Daniels
Juan Deliz
Mike Lastort
James Wisnieski
Brian Minch
Chris Frome
Jon Gilgoff
Sam
Chip
Tory Roberts
Steven M Quartell
Chris DeLoose
Lauren Cary
Amy Crone
Clifton B
Scott Pavlica
Greg Antrim
jeffrey garrison
Joshua Learn
Alexis Smith
A t
Dan Goldbeck
Anthony Budny
Greg Parnas
Frank Chang
Mikahl Tolton
Kim Klyberg
Chris Girardot
Alyssa
jeffrey katz
Andrew MacWilliams
Jamie Jackson
Meegan
Mike Rucki
Jason Tucker
Nick Gardner
Amber Farris
Sarah Ray
Peter Jones
Blue2024
Brad Stengel
Matt Winterhalter
Bill and Karen Butcher
Jordan Harvey
Justin Broady
Stephen Claeys
Julie Verratti
DFA Howie Kendrick

Next Episode

Beer and Baseball with Emily Brown

Mike, Brandy, and Jake Berg are joined by esteemed local industry god Emily Brown, and Jordan Harvey provides an update on a cool new collab, all in this episode of The DC Beer Show.

We kick things off with Brandy and Jake's thrilling escapade to Nationals Park for media day, where the lineup of beers for the upcoming baseball season is overflowing with local flavor and they met the legendary Ryan Zimmerman, who was celebrating the Number 11 Kölsch from Lost Barrel, one of the many local drafts available this season.

Next, we dive deep with Emily Brown, the passionate beverage director for Andy's Pizza, who's gearing up to open her dream bar, eebees, right in the heart of Shaw. She shares her plans for this welcoming hotspot, where patrons can expect to find crafted cocktails, classic American bites, and an impressive selection of beers, all seasoned with Emily's signature enthusiasm and love for the Baltimore Orioles.

Meanwhile, ballpark aficionados and craft beer lovers will be pleased to hear the insider tales from our local brewing scene. From celebrated collaborations between established names like Right Proper and Streetcar 82, to the poignant goodbyes and hopeful beginnings for breweries across D.C. Metro, there's no shortage of excitement.

And be sure to check out Chocolate City Porter, a new collaboration by black-owned breweries past and present, organized by Jordan Harvey.

As we wrap this chapter, we're reminded of the camaraderie that binds this community together—whether you're sipping at the latest spot or cheering at a game, we raise a toast to the local craft. So, sit back, relax, and let The DC Beer Show be your guide to the capital's hoppiest adventures!

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