Archive for the 'Podcast' category
POC #15: Bob Maphet of Diamond Knot
January 25, 2008 8:09 am
All this talk about Diamond Knot in the last two episodes has made me thirsty to pull an interview out of the archives. At the Winter Brewfest in december, I met Bob Maphet, founder and co-owner of Diamond Knot Brewery. I was pleased to meet Bob because Diamond Knot (located in Mukilteo, Washington) brews my favorite IPA. We had a conversation that ranged from when Bob first brewed that famous IPA to the current hops shortages that challenge the brewing industry. Click below to listen.
POC #14: Ocho Opens its Doors
January 22, 2008 11:13 pm
Ocho, a new spanish style bar in Ballard, opened its doors to the public this evening. I had the pleasure of attending an open house reception last night and had the opportunity to preview some of the appetizers and cocktails Ocho will be featuring. Hosted by owners Zach Harjo and Gelsey Hanson, the reception delighted all who attended and the food and drinks did not disappoint. Zach and I stepped out of the bar for a few minutes to have this conversation about the birth of Ocho. Enjoy, and I look forward to seeing you at Ocho in the near future.
The CrapMonkey Podcast Episode #125
January 20, 2008 8:57 pm
It’s 2008 and I’m starting the new year off with new toys. In addition to upgrading to the released version of Windows Home Server and adding an Xbox into the mix, I’ve also updated my mobile phone to a Tilt. As such, I thought I’d share my favorite mobile applications (Shozu, Windows Live Search Mobile, NewsgatorGo). Also, my favorite blog aggregator, Feeddemon, is now free - so download your copy today.
A new bar is opening in Ballard this week that you are going to want to check out. It’s called Ocho and is on the corner of 24th and Market (also worth mentioning, it will be opening with Diamond Knot IPA on tap). Another cool location in the Ballard area is a new sake bar on 65th called TigerTail. Don’t worry if you aren’t into sake because they also have an excellent beer selection (including Rogue’s Chocolate Stout on draft). I welcomed TigerTail into town the only way I know how, with a CrapMonkey Restroom Review.
The Song of the day is “Beautiful Lie” by Beth Thornley. The website of the day is The Beer Connoisseur multi-media beer school put out by HeresToBeer.com. The show closes on a song called “Happy New Year” by Wind is Mindblowing. Thanks for listening and Happy New Year.
POC #13: Brouwers Bigwood Festival
December 1, 2007 2:00 pm
Brouwers Cafe in Fremont is in full swing with their Bigwood Festival. Over 40 excellent beers that have been conditioned in wood make this festival a must attend event. The beers were rolled out Thursday night and will continue until supplies run out - so get there sooner than later.
In this Piece of Crap, we are hanging out at Brouwers and enjoying some fine beers conditioned in bourbon barrels. We also chat with manager and bartender, Chris Cavanaugh, to find out a little more about the Bigwood Festival, bourbon, and the Brouwers Cafe in general.
Also, don’t forget, tonight is the last night of the Washington Winter Beer Festival. Given that it is being held at Hales Brewery, only a stones throw from Brouwers, this could be the night to check them both out.
Show Beer a Little Gratitude this Thanksgiving
November 18, 2007 4:12 pm
Thanksgiving is just around the corner and many of us will be joining friends and family for festive dining and cheerful imbibing. Although I suspect that wine is the most traditionally served drink on this festive occasion; this year I’d like to encourage you to include Craft Beer in your holiday menu. While beer may not be a common part of your family tradition, even the Pilgrims were Ale drinkers and it is widely believed that beer had a place on the table at the first Thanksgiving.
The notion would make sense since beers accentuate the typical Thanksgiving feast even better than most wines. Caramelized and toasted grain flavors in many beers complement the flavors of roast turkey. Furthermore, the carbonation, fruitiness and balanced bitterness of many craft beers allow them to stand up to creamy, butter-rich preparations like mashed potatoes and creamed corn. According to Brewers Association Spokesperson Julia Herz, “Many styles of beer both complement and contrast the food they are paired with, whereas wine mostly contrasts. The holiday dinner table is a very appropriate place for beer made from America’s small, independent and traditional brewers.”
A lot of terrific seasonal ales hit the shelves this time of year so be sure to spend some time in the Craft Beer isle of your favorite grocer before making your way to meet your host. If you’re hosting this season, click here to get some ideas on how to pair and serve like a pro. Still not conviced? Below is a brief interview with Garrett Oliver, Brewmaster of the Brooklyn Brewery and Author of the Brewmasters’ Table, that I recorded in 2006 at the Craft Brewers Conference in Seattle.
The CrapMonkey Podcast Episode #124
November 4, 2007 10:56 pm
Fun times with beer are just around the corner. This weekend you’ll want to check out the Pyramid Snowed In Party at the Seattle Brewery. The Presidents are the Friday night headliner and the Dandy Warhols are Saturday’s attraction (besides the SnowCap of course). Click here for more details. On November 30th and December 1st, don’t miss the Winter Beer Festival at Hales Brewery.
In this podcast I have a couple of audio clips from the Podcast and New Media Expo. At the Wizzard Media party, I ran into Omaha Sternberg of MacRadio getting tied up by GrayDancer, producer of the Ropecast (who was there on behalf of TwistedMonk.com). Photos are on Flickr.
The song of the day is There She Goes by Brother Love and the website of the day is the Association of Downloadable Media. The show closes on Two Years Down by Stonehoney.
The CrapMonkey Podcast Episode #123
September 29, 2007 1:25 pm
It’s day 2 of the Podcast and New Media Expo and the energy out here is excellent. Podcasting has definitely had its up and downs in the last couple of years, but the drive and enthusiasm of media content creators is as strong as its ever been. This episode is intended to quickly catch you up on my travels and it also contains a restroom review of the facility just outside the pool area at the Marriott.
The song of the day is The Hold Music Song by yours truely and the website of the day is the Seattle Podcasting network blog. The show closes with On A Podcast, by Cruisebox.
POC 12 - LightSnake USB to XLR Cord Review
September 13, 2007 9:18 pm
My friend Drew loaned me his latest purchase, a LightSnake Luminescent USB to XLR Microphone Cord. I figured that the best way to test it out would be to record a podcast, so that’s what this Piece of Crap is all about. You can’t get much better than this when it comes to simplicity. Plug-n-Play ensures that it is instantly recognized on the computer and installed so that you are ready to record in a flash. For a podcaster, this is great as it easily lets you plug into your home PC or laptop without additional equipment or even a sound card. If the simplicity and sound quality is not enough to sway you, perhaps the green glow illuminating from the USB and XLR connectors at either end will provide enough cool factor to win you over. At only $40 on Amazon, I’d say this is a worth while addition to the podcasters’ tool kit. (Beware though, no phantom power means this may not be a universal solution for everyone). Click below to listen to the podcast recorded using the Lightsnake:
CMP-8-26-2007: CrapMonkey Podcast Episode 122
August 26, 2007 7:45 pm
It’s Sunday afternoon and a very busy summer is coming to an end. In this episode, I am proud to say I’ve put my iRiver back into the CrapMonkey Mix. I upgraded to the M-Audio microtrack a long time back, and my ability to capture spontaneous moments has suffered ever since. Having the iRiver back on board is already starting to pay off. On Saturday night, outside of a bar in lower Queen Anne, I caught a great rendition of the Big Mac drive through rap (performed by some of the Seattle Pyramid Alehouse crew). Not sure where this rap came from? Check it out on YouTube.
This episode also boasts a guest restroom review of the Heritage Hall in Vancouver B.C., brought to us by Cosmo G. Spacely of the Clubside Breakfast Time Podcast (aka - Jacob Stewart). The urinal in this review is truly unique, so check out the images here.
Beer lovers, we are on our way to brewfest bliss. Here are a few to think about over the next couple of months:
- Washington Beer Commission Oktoberfest
- Fremont Oktoberfest
- Leavenworth Oktoberfest
- Great American Beer Festival
- Great Canadian Beer Festival
The song of the day is Here with You, by Tracy Hoyt and Jeff Fielder, the website of the day is NoonHat. Today’s program closes with “Seahawk’s, Give It All You’ve Got” by Keith Sexton.
Want to chime in? Send an email to Travis@crapmonkey.com. Audio comments are welcome.
CMP-6-30-2007: CrapMonkey Podcast Episode 121
June 30, 2007 9:59 pmCan you believe we are half way throught 2007 already? In this episode, I chat a bit about Seattle Mindcamp and the iphone. I also share a little bit of beer news. TurboNegro has released a new album called Retox, so I thought I’d dust off an old Spool Sample from Party Animals.
The song of the day is The Hold Music Song by yours truely, and the website of the day is mp3tunes.com.
Also, I forgot to mention it in the episode, but The Clintons were trying their hand at being funny a little while back with their spoof of the Sopranos (the purpose being to get people to submit campaign song suggestions). I can’t say that they actually achieved humor, but at least they gave it a shot. They did prove one thing I’ve always suspected… Democrats don’t know how to deinterlace video.
