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Dec. 20, 2023

Ch-Ch-Ch-Changes

‘Tis the season for ch-ch-ch-changes in Episode 22 of The Dregs Podcast. Aaron (Cascadian Beer Podcast), Chris and Luke (VANPOURS) chat about a new podcast project, an extreme apartment makeover, and the first of many cancele...

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Oct. 6, 2023

Cicerone's Nightmare

The Dregs, Aaron ( Cascadian Beer Podcast ) and Luke ( VANPOURS ) vow to send Chris to Cicerone school after listening to his not-so-crisp tasting notes. They also talk Rewind Beer Co., film screening fumbles, deepfake tech, ...

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July 19, 2023

Smashing Burgers in 16k

After a brief break, the boys are back! In episode 20 of The Dregs Podcast, Aaron ( Cascadian Beer Podcast ), Chris and Luke ( VANPOURS ) detail where to drink craft beer in Spain and Portugal, smash burger trial …

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Feb. 27, 2023

The Barley Merchant

Aaron ( Cascadian Beer Podcast ) along with Chris & Luke ( Vanpours ) venture out to The Barley Merchant in Langley to chat with the The Craft Beer Tourist himself, Tim Lahay. Tim shares the origin story of his …

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Dec. 23, 2022

Fresh Awards

The guys catch up on an eventful fall season, including fresh hops, the BC Beer Awards, Chris’ adventure to Mexico City, Luke’s recent Seattle trip and more. They also reminisce on 2022 highlights and share holiday traditions...

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Oct. 13, 2022

I Wish to Speak to The Manager!

Aaron, Luke and Chris catch-up on what has been a busy last couple of months. They also discuss the upcoming BC Beer Awards, fresh hop festivities, personal milestones, and why it’s (sometimes) ok to speak with the manager. S...

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Aug. 1, 2022

So You Wanted to Go to a Festival

The guys recap the Vancouver Craft Beer Week craziness, including some on location hits from the festival. Topics include our top beer pick and honorable mentions, the token-free tragedy, cigarette surveys, and more. Support ...

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June 21, 2022

Free Parking

The guys break down Vancouver Craft Beer Week and provide some tips for festival goers. They also chat about the upcoming beer events in New West. Luke recaps his epic five week Euro-trip, including notes on Slovakia’s beer c...

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May 26, 2022

A Sansori Experience

The guys sit down with Fiona Hepher of Sansorium to dive into the world of alcohol-free beverages. Fiona shares her path to an alcohol-free lifestyle and what led her to start Sansorium. We also sample a delicious lineup of a...

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April 20, 2022

Foss and Found

Aaron ( Cascadian Beer Podcast ) along with Chris and Luke ( VANPOURS ) sit down with Jorden Foss to learn how Steel & Oak Brewing has navigated the challenges brought on by the pandemic. They also get the lowdown …

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March 23, 2022

The Best Part of Waking Up

In this episode of The Dregs the guys discuss coffee, and dive into Prototype Coffee ’s sample pack lineup. They also talk about their go-to coffee shops, preferred brew methods, and gas station creamers. Support the show: ht...

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Dec. 31, 2021

Last Call for 2021

The boys are back! In episode 11 of The Dregs the guys reflect on what has been a busy last few months, and close out the year with some tasty brews. See ya later 2021! Support the show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/doublea S...

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Aug. 7, 2021

Love at First Brew (Part 1)

The Dregs the guys sample a delicious lineup of beers from Vancouver Island based breweries, featuring Ace Brewing, Love Shack Libations, Twin City Brewing and more. Aaron chats about his awesome trip to the Island to judge a...

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June 8, 2021

New-West Place for Park Pints

The guys set up shop in New West’s Pier Park with a lovely lineup of limited release beers from 33 Acres Brewing x Steel & Oak Brewing Co., Another Beer Company, and Studio Brewing. They also acknowledge the stories of …

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April 15, 2021

Saturdays are for Wildcards

In episode 8 of The Dregs the guys sample a tasty lineup from Category 12 Brewing, Dageraad Brewing, and Windfall Cider. They also discuss the current state of beer styles with Xander, head brewer at Monkey9 Brewing Co, and p...

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March 17, 2021

911, What's Your Beer-gency?

We’re back with episode 7 of The Dregs where we caught up with Mary-Rose (@911beerme) from Portland, Oregon who’s known for a Sunday service consisting of shotgunning craft suds #ShotgunSunday. In “911, what’s your beer-gency...

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Jan. 27, 2021

Liquid Gold with Erin Dale

The Dregs the guys chat with Erin Dale, the head brewer at Barkerville Brewing, about new and old brews, brewery upgrades, foraging, and more. They also sample a diverse lineup of beers from Barkerville and Luke gives some ad...

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Dec. 24, 2020

Go Big and Stay Home

The Dregs guys get in the holiday spirit with a serious lineup of strong beers from 33 Acres Brewing, Fernie Brewing, and Strathcona Beer Company. To our listeners, happy holidays and stay safe! Support the show: https://www....

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Nov. 23, 2020

Dark Days, Darker Beers

After a brief hiatus (from podcasting, not from beer) the guys are back with episode 4 of The Dregs. In this episode Aaron, Chris and Luke dive into a delicious lineup of dark, seasonal beers from Dageraad, Category 12, Off …

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Sept. 1, 2020

Fostering Funk

In episode 3 of The Dregs we chat with Casey Foster, Assistant Brewer at House of Funk Brewing, about what sparked his passion for craft beer, homebrewing with VanBrewers, and all things House of Funk. The Dregs Instagram: @d...

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Aug. 12, 2020

Pints in a Pandemic

In episode 2 of The Dregs Aaron, Chris, and Luke discuss how BC breweries have navigated the COVID-19 pandemic; introducing online ordering, home delivery, temporary patios, and more in order to keep the doors open. The Dregs...

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July 15, 2020

Lager Renaissance

In the inaugural episode of The Dregs Aaron, Chris, and Luke share stories about first discovering craft beer and how that evolved into starting Cascadian Beer Podcast and VANPOURS. They also discuss the current lager renaiss...

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July 8, 2020

Show Promo

From the guys behind the Cascadian Beer Podcast and VANPOURS comes the super business causal beer show "The Dregs." Join Aaron (Cascadian Beer Podcast), and Chris + Luke (VANPOURS) for candid conversations about the craft bee...

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