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Sacramento's Ben Rice travels to breweries and has conversations with the makers of your favorite beers and the people who drink them. Spoiler Alert: The beer dies at the end.
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- 1 weeks ago34 min
Brewery and Brews Talk at Crocker Art Museum
Host Ben Rice travels to Sacramento's Crocker Art Museum to host a Brewery and Brews Talk as part of ArtMix: Beer Garden. Joining him to discuss Sacramento's farm to fork, slow food scene and its effects on local beer, as well as the importance of community and how the beer scene has changed over the years are Nick Vellanoweth of Nitty's Cider, Rodg Little of Oak Park Brewing, and Dave Gull of New Helvetia Brewing. Enjoy!Thank you to Eben Burgoon and the Crocker Art Museum for inviting me to host this event. Check out what they're doing at crockerart.org or @crockerartFollow the breweries @nittyscider @opbrewco @newhelvetiabrewBarley & Me can be followed across social media @barleyandmepodCheck out past episodes, show dates, and more at barleyandmepod.comEmail questions, comments, concerns, guest ideas, brewery ideas to barleyandmepod@gmail.comIntro Music: "Functional Alcoholism" by Be Brave Bold Robot (@bebraveboldrobot)Interstitial Music: "JamRoc" by Breez @breeztheartist)Logo by Jessica DiMesio (@alchemistqueen)
- 3 weeks ago52 min
This Is Why I Drink... Cafecito with Jesse Rivera
On this episode of This Is Why I Drink... with Ben Rice, I sit down with comedian Jesse Rivera to find out why he drinks cafecito and how that reflects his upbringing, his life, his comedy, and how he comports himself in society. Plus we talk about his other obsession, running shows at comedy clubs, getting into comedy in your 40s, and finding your way forward. We also discuss our upcoming show together, Like a Virgo, an all-Virgo comedian showcase at Punch Line Sacramento's Callback Bar Thursday, September 17th.Follow Jesse Rivera on Instagram @j.r.2illBarley & Me / This Is Why I Drink... can be found across social media @barleyandmepodCheck out past episodes, show dates, and more at barleyandmepod.comEmail questions, comments, concerns, guest ideas, brewery ideas, and more to barleyandmepod@gmail.comIntro Music: "Functional Alcoholism" by Be Brave Bold Robot (CURRENTLY CELEBRATING THEIR 20TH ANNIVERSARY!) @bebraveboldrobotInterstitial Music: "JamRoc" by Breez (@breeztheartist)Logo by Jaclyn Weiand @jaclynweiand
- Feb 27, 202645 min
This Is Why I Drink... Beer Samples at Bike Dog Brewing East Sacramento w/ Runnin' for Rhett's Gina Schauland
Runnin' for Rhett's Gina Schauland joins host Ben Rice for a flight of Bike Dog East Sacramento beers to discuss the upcoming 16th Capitol Beerfest (Saturday, March 7).Gina discusses Runnin' for Rhett's mission, how the beerfest is its main yearly fundraiser, and how to stay active for life, plus her history in the beer industry and how breweries have become community gathering centers and vacation safe havens.We will also be giving away 2 VIP tickets to Capitol Beerfest! Just tag @capitolbeerfest, @barleyandmepod, a brewery you're looking forward to sipping on, and a person you love drinking beers with, to enter.Tickets are available at capitolbeerfest.comFind out more about Runnin' for Rhett at runninforrhett.orgBarley & Me/This Is Why I Drink... with Ben Rice can be found across social media @barleyandmepodCheck out past episodes, show dates, and more at barleyandmepod.comEmail questions, comments, concerns, guest ideas, brewery ideas, etc., to barleyandmepod@gmail.comIntro Music: "Functional Alcoholism" by Be Brave Bold Robot (@bebraveboldrobot)Interstitial Music: "JamRoc" by Breez (@breeztheartist)Logo by Jaclyn Weiand (@jaclynweiand)
- Jan 12, 202641 min
This Is Why I Drink... Tequila Soda w/ 3 Limes w/ Stephen Furey
It's a new year here at Barley & Me Pod-uctions (and the world, I suppose), so you know what that means: A prior year recap with comedian Stephen Furey (@scubastevefurey). We discuss our incredible highs and crushing lows over a glass of tequila soda with 3 limes just a few hours before Stephen rang in the New Year by headlining Punch Line Sacramento. Furey and host Ben Rice discuss the dissolving of their relationships, their current living situations, and the costs of doing comedy business. PLUS! Upcoming cool stuff, Stephen's brush with national fame, the bumpy ride leading to his first Just For Laughs, his Punch Line papyrus, and trying to cover all your bases by empting the clip. All this and more on this episode of This Is Why I Drink... with Ben RiceThanks to Punch Line Sacramento for supplying the drinks and giving us the space to record.Be sure to follow Stephen Furey's comedy journey this year, as he is set to make his Netflix debut and continues to run shows at The Comedy Store. You can find him on IG @scubastevefureyFor Ben Rice, Barley & Me Pod-uctions, and This Is Why I Drink..., follow @barleyandmepod across social media or visit www.barleyandmepod.com for more info.Intro Music: "Functional Alcoholism" by Be Brave Bold RobotInterstitial Music: "JamRoc" by BreezLogo by Jaclyn Weiand
- Oct 3, 202549 min
This Is Why I Drink... Old Fashioneds at The Monk's Cellar w/ Steve Hayer
On this episode, host Ben Rice travels to Roseville, CA to sit down with I Can Fight Cancer Brewfest organizer Steve Hayer to find out why he drinks... Old Fashioneds at The Monk's Cellar in Roseville, CA.Over a glass of the "high octane" version of The Monk's Cellar's Old Fashioned, made by bartender Kevin, we discuss the 2nd annual I Can Fight Cancer Brewfest, which is taking place October 18, 2025 in Rancho Cordova, CA, featuring over 30 breweries, 3 food trucks, and a live band. Steve tells us why he paired with Albie Aware for this very personal and important mission.We also see what Steve has been up to since Year One of the brewfest, including buying into partial ownership of Crooked Lane Brewing in Auburn, getting married, and still. not. asking. for help. with the brewfest.We'll delve lightly into why it's hard to ask for help, perfectionism, and what makes for a damn good Old Fashioned.This and so much more, on the latest episode of This Is Why I Drink... with Ben Rice.BUY TICKETS TO I CAN FIGHT CANCER BREWFEST: https://albieaware.org/events/i-can-fight-cancer-brewfest-benefiting-albie-aware/Find out more on FB & IG: @icanfightcancerbrewfestSteve Hayer can be found on IG @sacbeerFor Ben Rice, Barley & Me Pod-uctions, and This Is Why I Drink..., follow @barleyandmepod across social media or visit www.barleyandmepod.com for more info.Intro Music: "Functional Alcoholism" by Be Brave Bold RobotInterstitial Music: "JamRoc" by BreezLogo by Jaclyn Weiand
- Aug 11, 202530 min
This Is Why I Drink...Thai Iced Tea at Auburn Thai Garden w/ Comedian Garin Flowers
Comedian, former journalist, TikTok personality, and reality TV participant Garin Flowers travels to Auburn Thai Garden in Auburn, CA, to explain why he drinks...thai iced tea.We also delve into that extensive prior career history, finding your footing in comedy, and pursuing your dreams in an entertainment landscape where the usual pipelines are clogged. But instead of complaining, Garin finds the positives in pursuing your passion even though the financial realities can be a challenge. We also discuss Garin's love of pairing Thai iced tea with Thai food and what his heat tolerance is.If you want to see how to grow your skills, pursue a new path, or learn to laugh at yourself, this is the episode for you.Follow Garin Flowers across social media @garinflowersLearn more about This Is Why I Drink... with Ben Rice, Barley & Me, Ben Rice's comedy and comedy productions, other podcasts, etc., follow @barleyandmepod or go to www.barleyandmepod.comLogo by Jaclyn WeiandIntro Music: "Functional Alcoholism" by Be Brave Bold RobotInterstitial Music: "JamRoc" by Breez
- Jul 21, 202533 min
This Is Why I Drink... Vanilla Horchata Latte @ Classy Hippie w/ Liv Monahan
Host Ben Rice sits down with journalist, artist, activist, mother, etc., Liv Monahan over a mug of vanilla horchata latte (with an added touch of Leo's Love) from Classie Hippie Coffee & Tea on Broadway in Oak Park, Sacramento. We discuss her career journey, from high school dropout to writing for major publications, as well as her upcoming art installation at SOMA. If you've ever wanted an inside look at the collapsing newspaper industry and where journalism could go as trust has eroded, grab a nicely sweetened milky caffeine drink and tune into this very episode of This Is Why I Drink... with Ben RiceYou can find Liv Monahan on IG @thelivstylerCheck out This Is Why I Drink..., Barley & Me, Ben Rice's comedy and pollitical stances on IG/FB @barleyandmepod or by going to www.barleyandmepod.comJoin the Barley & Me Pod-uctions mailing list to learn about recent and upcoming shows, podcasts, and more, plus get discounts to ticketed events: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1OwEXR-y_MYz6Dp-QB9uPaneXboQ-H22fZtBOJ9JnAe0/edit?usp=drive_web&ouid=101791735312940481630Theme Song: "Functional Alcoholism" by Be Brave Bold RobotInterstitial Music: "JamRoc" by BreezLogo by Jaclyn Weiand
- Jul 9, 202527 min
This Is Why I Drink... Coconut Water with Nick Rado
In this latest episode of This Is Why I Drink... with Ben Rice, Ben invites New Zealand comedian Nick Rado to share his favorite beverage at his favorite spot to drink it.Since Nick was simply visiting Sacramento, CA, he decided to pick a spot he'd like to drink his beverage of choice, coconut water. And that choice...was Folsom Prison.But since that's a museum, Ben upped the danger by selecting the active California State Penitentiary, located in Folsom, CA. So we camped out across the street, with the beautiful Folsom Dam behind us, to record this episode about true crime, coconuts, advertising, and Nick's attempts to break in... to the American comedy market.THIS EPISODE IS ALSO AVAILABLE ON YOUTUBE, if you wish to watch us imbibe this sacred beverage on such sacred ground. https://youtu.be/33CKu2_r0i8You can find out so much more about Nick Rado and his comedy, radio, and podcast adventures on IG @nickradocomedyYou can learn more about this podcast, This Is Why I Drink... with Ben Rice, the original podcast Barley & Me, Ben Rice, and Ben Rice's comedy and comedy shows on IG @barleyandmepod or at www.barleyandmepod.comIntro Music: "Functional Alcoholism" by Be Brave Bold Robot (@bebraveboldrobot)Interstitial Music: "JamRoc" by Breez (@breeztheartist)Logo by Jaclyn Weiand
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Sacramento's Ben Rice travels to breweries and has conversations with the makers of your favorite beers and the people who drink them. Spoiler Alert: The beer dies at the end.
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