Craft beer sales and brand manager — Matt McLaren, professional brewer and line cleaner — Bethany Carlsen, and bottle shop owner and operator — Ron Swarner explore and celebrate the craft beer industry, community, and history in Tacoma, Washington, and surrounding Pacific Northwest region.
Grit & Grain Podcast
Claim This Podcastby Matthew, Bethany, and Ron
4.9(41 reviews)
195 episodes
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Craft beer sales and brand manager — Matt McLaren, professional brewer and line cleaner — Bethany Carlsen, and bottle shop owner and operator — Ron Swarner explore and celebrate the craft beer industry, community, and history in Tacoma, Washington, and surrounding Pacific Northwest region.
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Recent Episodes
June 19, 2026
Episode 194: Washington Brewers Fest 2026
Host of Grit & Grain Podcast interviews brewers from Outer Planet Brewing, Lucky Envelope, and Friends and Neighbors Brewing about their experiences at the Washington Brewers Fest.
June 12, 2026
Episode 193: Checking In with Logan Brewing
Host Michael and Guest Chris from Logan Brewing share their brewery's evolution, new distribution ventures, and brewing innovations in this interview.
June 5, 2026
Episode 192: Firestone Invitational Recap with Melissa Urquhart
Industry friend Melissa Urquhart joins hosts Matt and Phaedra to recap the 2026 Firestone Invitational, sharing insights on standout beers and brewery experiences.
195 total episodes available with 18 transcripts
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