Episode 12: Alpha Beta Thigh

In our latest episode, we attempt to say, “Ozapft is!” while Caitlin gives us the rundown on Germany’s favorite folk fest, Oktoberfest. Mari reminds us that history can be grim with the story of an Oktoberfest bombing, but keeps the mood from going sour with fun facts. Prost, nerds!

13 Okt 20211h 11min

In this episode, Caitlin fills our cups to the brim with the salty, sweet, and sour history of the Margarita. Next, Mari gives us nightmare fuel with the story of La Pascualita, the lifelike mannequin.

6 Okt 202159min

In this episode, Caitlin gives us a tour through the many terroirs of Pinot Grigio and Pinot Gris while we drink Prismus Pinot Grigio from Winc Wine Co. Next, Mari spooks us with the legend of Azzurrina, the ghost of Montebello castle.

22 Sep 20211h 4min

In this episode, Caitlin enlightens us with the history of Czech pilsners while we drink Mesto Czech Pilsner from Torch and Crown Brewing Company. Next, Mari tells the sorrowful life of the acclaimed Czech author Božena Němcová.

15 Sep 20211h 12min

In this episode, Caitlin takes a turn telling us about how Screwdrivers came to be while we sip on a combo of Kettle One and Simply orange juice mixed just right. Mari chimes in with the story of English writer and archaeologist Gertrude Bell.

8 Sep 20211h 24min

In this episode, Caitlin shares the story of The Judgment of Paris, the 1976 Paris Wine Tasting. Mari tells the tale of the original Judgment of Paris, the Ancient Greek myth.

1 Sep 20211h 10min

Part Two of a two-part series on cider, Caitlin gives us a rundown on how cider is made while we enjoy a mixed 6-pack from Wild Terra. Mari treats us with the (fairy)tale of the Anjana fairy folk.

18 Aug 20211h 3min

Part One of a two-part series on cider, Caitlin serves up the expansive history of cidermaking while we sip on Pivot Brewing's Taj Mahalo cider. Mari gets whimsical with the ancient Welsh story of Branwen, Daughter of Llŷr.

11 Aug 20211h 10min