Episodes

  • Episode 43: Ashley Smith from My Wanderlusty Life (Conclusion)

    Episode 43: Ashley Smith from My Wanderlusty Life (Conclusion)
    Sep 14 2021

    Today’s Guest: Ashley Smith from My Wanderlusty Life

     

    In today’s conclusion of our interview with Ashley Smith, we dig deep into the travel side of things before it all comes back to beer again. Ashley tells us how she likes to travel and what some of her favorite places to visit are both domestically and abroad. Then we talk all about Oktoberfest, from her job as a tour leader to our love of that first liter of beer when you sit down in a tent. Finally, we dream together about our next visit to Munich, hoping we can meet up at Oktoberfest again next year. If you missed the first part of our conversation with Ashley, be sure to go back and listen to Episode 42 as well.




    Times of Note and Relevant Links sections will be updated as soon as possible.




    Ashley Smith

    Websites - mywanderlustylife.com / destinationwwii.com

    Facebook: MyWanderlustyLife

    Instagram: @mywanderlustylife



    Travel On Point(s)

    Website - travel-on-points.com

    Facebook - Travel on Point(s)



    Miles & Pints

    Website - milesandpints.com

    Store - Miles & Pints Swag

    Facebook - Miles & Pints

     

    Twitter - @MILESandPINTS

    Instagram - @milesandpints

    TikTok - @milesandpints

     

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    1 hr and 15 mins
  • Episode 42: Ashley Smith from My Wanderlusty Life

    Episode 42: Ashley Smith from My Wanderlusty Life
    Sep 3 2021

    Today’s Guest: Ashley Smith from My Wanderlusty Life

    In addition to being the full-time blogger behind both My Wanderlusty Life and Destination World War II, Ashley Smith is an avid traveler, a beer lover, and an expert on Oktoberfest. In this episode, we talk to Ashley about her varied background, her many degrees, how she started her two very different blogs, and even a little about her beekeeping hobby. Be sure to check back next week to hear more about her travels and what it’s like to be an Oktoberfest guide.



    Times of Note and Relevant Links sections will be updated as soon as possible.



    Ashley Smith

    Websites - mywanderlustylife.com / destinationwwii.com

    Facebook: MyWanderlustyLife

    Instagram: @mywanderlustylife



    Travel On Point(s)

    Website - travel-on-points.com

    Facebook - Travel on Point(s)



    Miles & Pints

    Website - milesandpints.com

    Store - Miles & Pints Swag

    Facebook - Miles & Pints

     

    Twitter - @MILESandPINTS

    Instagram - @milesandpints

    TikTok - @milesandpints

     

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    1 hr and 16 mins
  • Episode 41: Stu Clemons from Find My Food Stu (Conclusion)

    Episode 41: Stu Clemons from Find My Food Stu (Conclusion)
    Aug 27 2021
    Today’s Guest: Stu Clemons from Find My Food Stu Everywhere he goes, Stu Clemons does his best to find unique and amazing places to eat, bars to drink at, and things to see. He shares them with his audience through professionally produced videos that on their own, may inspire you to book a trip. In this episode, we talk about a few of Stu’s favorite places to travel and two of the spots he knows best: Portland, Maine, and the Yucatan Peninsula. If you missed the first part of our interview with Stu, check out Episode 40 to hear a bit about Stu’s background, and how he got started with making videos about travel, food, and drinks. Times of Note: 1:39 - A bit about Stu’s travel style. 4:04 - Um, yeah, travel may change just a little bit. 6:20 - Growing up in Portland, Maine, and how it’s changed. 7:30 - What?!? That’s a lot of prohibition. 11:55 - Beer in Portland! 15:47 - Stu’s favorite Portland restaurants - we agree! 19:42 - Italians in Maine. 21:21 - Stu’s time in Mexico. 25:58 - They were there long enough to take day and weekend trips. 26:52 - That’s an exciting trip to Tulum. 28:14 - Terrible ideas - good thing Janice was there. 28:50 - Some of Stu’s best and worst experiences in Mexico. 31:11 - Stu’s favorite places in the world for beer. 33:37 - Stu’s favorite places to travel. 35:45 - Lack of travel has broken Jeff’s brain - he spent a week diving in Coron. 36:22 - Where to find Stu and Find My Food Stu online. 38:23 - Miles and Points with Pints. 38:42 - Chase Sapphire Preferred 100k offer - GET THIS CARD!!!! 42:40 - Citi Premier 80k offer - Get this one too! 43:24 - Citi takes away Miles To Memories affiliate links because they told the truth. 47:04 - Point Debit Card - 10x at Target. 51:35 - Hilton Honors Power Up Your Points promo can be a huge earner. 56:25 - Claim your points from the Wyndham trivia contest. 59:20 - United adds restrictions for unvaccinated employees. 1:03:49 - Minute Suites to open Minute Suites Express at LGA. 1:07:23 - New travel print available from MeUndies. 1:09:44 - Jeff rants about Uber Grocery - it’s terrible. 1:13:33 - EU is looking at removing the US from the safe travel list. 1:16:37 - Book with a card that has travel insurance. 1:19:33 - The Miles & Pints Theme Song! Relevant Links: Geary Brewing Company - first craft brewery in New England Gritty McDuff’s Brew Pub Shipyard Brewing Company   Street & Co Fore Street Restaurant Scales Restaurant - Best fish Jeff’s ever had High Roller Lobster Co - Lobster Taco with a Fried Cheese Shell Eventide Oyster Co - Warm lobster roll that can’t be beat Duckfat - Frites and other deliciousness Amato’s - Italian Sandwich Portland Episodes Episode 27 and Episode 28 - Mike Dixon from The Great Lost Bear Episode 29 and Episode 30 - Eli Cayer from Urban Farm Fermentory Foulmouthed Brewing Bissell Brothers Belleflower Brewing Allagash Brewing Company Foundation Brewing Company Austin Street Brewery Oxbow Blending & Bottling Miles To Memories Thrifty Traveler SightDoing Point Debit Card - free money MeUndies - 20% Off - Pack Your Bags Print Find My Food Stu Website - findmyfoodstu.com Facebook - Find My Food Stu Instagram - @60secondswithstu YouTube - Find My Food Stu Travel On Point(s) Website - travel-on-points.com Facebook - Travel on Point(s) Miles & Pints Website - milesandpints.com Store - Miles & Pints Swag Facebook - Miles & Pints   Twitter - @MILESandPINTS Instagram - @milesandpints TikTok - @milesandpints   Buy Us A Beer
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    1 hr and 22 mins
  • Episode 40 - Stu Clemons from Find My Food Stu

    Episode 40 - Stu Clemons from Find My Food Stu
    Aug 20 2021

    Today’s Guest: Stu Clemons from Find My Food Stu

    Stu Clemons is the researcher, producer, and talent behind Find My Food Stu, where he shows us all the most unique food and drink spots in every place he visits. From tacos in Playa del Carmen to cocktails in Prague, Stu always manages to find the best spots and happily shares them with his viewers. In this episode, we talk about Stu’s background, how Find My Food Stu came to be, and a bit about the amazing foods he’s found while traveling. Be sure to tune in next week to hear the conclusion of our conversation and learn where Stu’s favorite places in the world are. 




    Times of Note:

    1:36 - Stu says hello.

    2:08 - Congratulations!!!!!

    3:02 - What we’re drinking.

    5:08 - How Stu and Jeff know each other.

    6:35 - Stu’s background and early years.

    8:49 - Stu gets into film and moves to NYC.

    10:19 - Stu starts making videos on his own.

    12:30 - How 60 Seconds with Stu was born.

    15:01 - Starting slow with travel videos.

    17:37 - The process Stu uses for making his videos.

    20:11 - Beer is valuable!

    22:23 - Each place Stu features has something unique.

    24:24 - What kind of research happens prior to a trip?

    28:58 - How is Stu able to spend so much time traveling?

    30:56 - A trip to Pilsen changed Stu’s business.

    35:03 - Traveling with points and miles people can be a challenge.

    37:50 - Stu rebrands to Find My Food Stu.

    41:24 - Miles and Points with Pints!

    41:50 - CSP and CSR benefits updates.

    54:59 - Chase Hyatt Card changes benefits and adds a promo.

    1:00:22 - Citi Premier bonus remains at 80,000 points.

    1:03:28 - Amex RAT is at it again.

    1:06:43 - Curve Card is coming to the US.

    1:11:03 - Hyatt announced they are acquiring Apple Leisure Group.

    1:15:04 - Singapore Krisflyer launches family pooling.

    1:17:19 - Spirit airlines is still struggling from their system outage.

    1:18:53 - Federal mask mandate extended to January 18th.

    1:20:02 - Germany only allowing vaccinated Americans to visit.

    1:20:41 - Flash sales and low domestic prices are coming back.

    1:23:42 - The Miles & Pints Theme Song!




    Relevant Links:

    Two Roads - Road Jam

    RAR Brewing - Grapefruit Nectar

    Harpoon - Team Mew-S-A Citrus IPA

     

    Join the Curve Card waitlist.




    Find My Food Stu

    Website - findmyfoodstu.com

    Facebook - Find My Food Stu

    Instagram - @60secondswithstu

    YouTube - Find My Food Stu




    Travel On Point(s)

    Website - travel-on-points.com

    Facebook - Travel on Point(s)



    Miles & Pints

    Website - milesandpints.com

    Store - Miles & Pints Swag

    Facebook - Miles & Pints

     

    Twitter - @MILESandPINTS

    Instagram - @milesandpints

    TikTok - @milesandpints

     

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    1 hr and 26 mins
  • Episode 39 - Brian Burton from Hop and Sting (Episode 5 Replay)

    Episode 39 - Brian Burton from Hop and Sting (Episode 5 Replay)
    Aug 13 2021

    Today’s Guest: Brian Burton from Hop and Sting Brewing Company

    In 2014, after a 12-year career as a marine biologist in Alaska, Brian Burton made the move to Texas and almost immediately began brewing beer. Just a few years later, Brian got together with brewing friend and business partner John Powell, and a short time later they opened Hop and Sting Brewing Company in Grapevine, Texas. The brewery and taproom is less than 10 minutes from DFW and is a great place to relax and enjoy a layover. Since Jeff and Derrick are both traveling this week, enjoy this replay of Episode 5 from back in May of 2019.




    Times of Note:

    3:40 - Brian says hi!

    7:30 - Brian meets Jon and the idea for Hop and Sting is born.

    8:30 - What it takes to get a job in Alaska.

    13:30 - A fire hydrant kills the plan.

    18:24 - Hop and Sting’s first beer - Galactic Haze.

    21:06 - Grapevine offers to sell.

    22:19 - Sir William’s Brown Ale, 2-Time GABF medal winner.

    23:32 - DFW layover tips!

    27:21 - A commitment to service since day one - charity taps.

    30:18 - Changing the water to fit the style.

    31:51 - Texas to-go rules are crazy strict! (laws have changed for the better since this recording)

    39:33 - Mexico for Cinco de Mayo - perfect for families!

    41:33 - Brian’s favorites in Mexico.

    43:13 - Brian’s beer location recommendations in the US.

    47:40 - Beers Brian isn’t a fan of.

    49:24 - Friendly or buzzed?

    53:06 - Where to find Hop and Sting.

    55:41 - The Miles and Pints Theme Song.




    Brewery Address:

    Hop and Sting Brewing Company

    906 Jean St

    Grapevine, TX 76051




    Relevant Links:

    Three Nations Brewing Company

    Turning Point Beer

    Celestial Beerworks

    Union Bear Brewing Company

    Grapevine Beer and Wine




    Hop and Sting Brewing Company

    Website - hopandsting.com

    Facebook - Hop and Sting

    Twitter - @hopandsting

    Instagram - @hopandsting




    Travel On Point(s)

    Website - travel-on-points.com

    Facebook - Travel on Point(s)



    Miles & Pints

    Website - milesandpints.com

    Store - Miles & Pints Swag

    Facebook - Miles & Pints

     

    Twitter - @MILESandPINTS

    Instagram - @milesandpints

    TikTok - @milesandpints

     

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    58 mins
  • Episode 38: Patrick Steffens from Lost Barrel Brewing (Conclusion)

    Episode 38: Patrick Steffens from Lost Barrel Brewing (Conclusion)
    Aug 6 2021
    Today’s Guest: Patrick Steffens from Lost Barrel Brewing In the conclusion of our interview with Patrick Steffens, we talk about how they make brewing decisions at lost barrel brewing, nerd out a bit about hops and hop combinations, discuss why Loudoun County is great for beer and relaxation, and hear some of Patrick’s top recommended places to travel for beer. If you didn’t listen to the first half of our conversation with Patrick, be sure to go back to Episode 37 to catch what you missed.   Brewery Address: Lost Barrel Brewing 36138 John Mosby Hw Middleburg, VA 20117 Our Sponsor: Visit Loudoun and the LoCo Ale Trail With 35 breweries and counting, Loudoun County is one of the most vibrant craft beer destinations in the U.S.    Visit Loudoun invites you to hit the LoCo Ale Trail, which connects the urban breweries of Sterling and Ashburn in the east, to everything from bespoke taprooms in historic towns to farm breweries with stunning Blue Ridge Mountain views out west.   Grab your Ale Trail “passport” to collect stamps, win prizes and say cheers in Loudoun beer country. For more, check out visitloudoun.org. Times of Note:  1:47 - Our Sponsor - Visit Loudoun and the LoCo Ale Trail. 2:36 - Untappd ratings can be a bit skewed. 5:33 - The Lost Barrel Chug Rate. 7:49 - Do they track beer sales with a carnival game? 8:58 - A few beers coming to Lost Barrel this summer - these may already be available! 10:48 - Concentrating on single hop beers. 15:24 - Hops and coffees and wines can all be blended or singled out. 17:00 - Craft beer can be intimidating. 19:54 - Miles and points talk can be intimidating too. 23:58 - Craft beer naming has gotten somewhat silly. 27:15 - Craft beer or kids drink? It’s tough to tell. 29:37 - What does Patrick drink at the end of a long workday? 33:58 - What makes Lost Barrel and Loudoun County a destination worth visiting? 37:49 - Derrick tries to claim he’s perfect…again… 38:45 - Patrick's top US destinations for beer. 43:41 - Places worldwide that Patrick thinks you need to see. 48:53 - Miles & Pints is available for beer quality control. 49:47 - Where can we find Lost Barrel Brewing? 52:33 - Miles and Points with Pints. 52:58 - CSP welcome offer is still at 100k! 54:38 - Chase adds Aeroplan as a new transfer partner. 58:37 - We are seeing more approvals for the Citi Premier 80k offer. 1:02:43 - New Chase Aeroplan credit card coming this fall. 1:05:00 - Amex adds a 15k welcome offer for the Blue Business Plus card. 1:07:17 - A brand new card from US Bank. 1:12:02 - The Moxy Dublin has absolutely awful beds. 1:14:08 - Air travel in the US was a big mess this week. 1:18:00 - Emirates awarding miles for every minute you spend in Dubai. 1:21:00 - TSA throughput numbers are up to more than ⅔ of pre-pandemic numbers. 1:21:43 - Be nice and patient when you travel!!! 1:24:17 - Jeff’s updates from international travel to Ireland. 1:28:50 - An overview of testing to get to and home from Ireland. 1:33:09 - The Miles & Pints Theme Song! Relevant Links:  Maine Beer Company Russian River Brewing Company Troon Brewing   Bonvoyed.com   VeriFLY   United and eMed Home Tests Lost Barrel Brewing: Website: lostbarrel.com Facebook: Lost Barrel Brewing  Twitter: @lostbarrelbrew Instagram: @lostbarrelbrew Travel On Point(s) Website - travel-on-points.com Facebook - Travel on Point(s)   Miles & Pints Website - milesandpints.com Store - Miles & Pints Swag Facebook - Miles & Pints   Twitter - @MILESandPINTS Instagram - @milesandpints TikTok - @milesandpints
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    1 hr and 36 mins
  • Episode 37: Patrick Steffens from Lost Barrel Brewing

    Episode 37: Patrick Steffens from Lost Barrel Brewing
    Jul 30 2021

    Today’s Guest: Patrick Steffens from Lost Barrel Brewing

    Patrick Steffens does more than just head up the beer production at Lost Barrel Brewing, he’s also the general manager and a part of the ownership team. Excited to return to brewing after taking some time off for family, Patrick has jumped right back in with proven recipes and a whole lot of prior brewing knowledge. We talk with him about his background, how Lost Barrel came to be, and a bit about the beers they are making. Be sure to join us again next week for the conclusion of our interview.

     

    Brewery Address:

    Lost Barrel Brewing

    36138 John Mosby Hw

    Middleburg, VA 20117




    Our Sponsor: Visit Loudoun and the LoCo Ale Trail

    With 35 breweries and counting, Loudoun County is one of the most vibrant craft beer destinations in the U.S. 

     

    Visit Loudoun invites you to hit the LoCo Ale Trail, which connects the urban breweries of Sterling and Ashburn in the east, to everything from bespoke tap rooms in historic towns to farm breweries with stunning Blue Ridge Mountain views out west.

     

    Grab your Ale Trail “passport” to collect stamps, win prizes and say cheers in Loudoun beer country. For more, check out visitloudoun.org.




    Times of Note: 

    1:38 - Our Sponsor - Visit Loudoun and the LoCo Ale Trail.

    2:56 - Patrick says hello.

    4:40 - What we’re drinking.

    6:24 - The beers are timing themselves for our visits!

    10:18 - A bit about the Lost Barrel Brewing property.

    11:28 - Patrick’s background before Lost Barrel.

    14:30 - The first step from homebrewing to a commercial brewery.

    15:32 - Patrick connects with the Lost Barrel ownership team.

    18:08 - The Lost Barrel beers were a terrific surprise.

    19:20 - How the owners decided on the location for Lost Barrel Brewing.

    22:54 - We’ve heard this from many people in Loudoun County.

    24:49 - Our podcast guests are smarter than us.

    26:45 - The details of the purpose-built hospitality property at Lost Barrel.

    30:54 - The number of event spaces at Lost Barrel is impressive!

    34:16 - They partner with an executive chef for amazing food.

    36:09 - It was REALLY hard to get Derrick to leave before this happened.

    36:51 - How Patrick and Lost Barrel choose what to brew next.

    39:48 - People love to try lots of new beers!

    41:47 - And some people like the same beer over and over.

    43:01 - How much emphasis does Lost Barrel put on reviews and ratings?

    48:04 - The Miles & Pints Theme Song!





    Relevant Links: 

    SABCO - BrewMagic

    Loudoun Brewing Company

    Salamander Resort - Middleburg, VA



    Lost Barrel Brewing:

    Website: lostbarrel.com

    Facebook: Lost Barrel Brewing 

    Twitter: @lostbarrelbrew

    Instagram: @lostbarrelbrew




    Travel On Point(s)

    Website - travel-on-points.com

    Facebook - Travel on Point(s)

     

    Miles & Pints

    Website - milesandpints.com

    Store - Miles & Pints Swag

    Facebook - Miles & Pints

     

    Twitter - @MILESandPINTS

    Instagram - @milesandpints

    TikTok - @milesandpints
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    51 mins
  • Episode 36: Em Sauter from Pints and Panels (Conclusion)

    Episode 36: Em Sauter from Pints and Panels (Conclusion)
    Jul 23 2021
    Today’s Guest: Em Sauter Em Sauter is back this week to talk about the business side of Pints and Panels, her favorite beer festivals to judge and to drink at, and the best places she’s seen while traveling. Hear why Em thinks Chicago has the best beer scene in America, learn a few tips for surviving an all-day beer festival, and be the first to hear where you can meet us at a beer festival later this year. If you missed the first half of our interview with Em, be sure to go back and listen to Episode 35 too! Our Sponsor: Beer By Coleman Are you looking into opening a new brewery, distillery, or craft beer bar? Or are you already an owner or operator and you’re looking for help to go from surviving to thriving? Maybe you’re simply looking for a finely curated virtual craft beer or beverage tasting experience for your business or organization?   Well, look no further! Beer By Coleman can help with all of this and more. They’re the solution you’re searching for for your craft beer & beverage needs.    Find out more at beerbycoleman.com and check out their brand new podcast: "What Are We Drinking About w/ Boogie & the BEERst." Times of Note: 1:41 - Our Sponsor! - Beer By Coleman 2:14 - We jump right back into things with Em. 3:44 - How Pints and Panels makes money. 6:04 - Pints and Panels is international. 7:25 - Derrick does a bit of bragging for Em. 9:05 - Wait, brewed with what?!? 11:29 - Sam Adams White Ale is a gateway beer. 13:27 - Em talks about so many Fox Farm beers that we need to schedule a trip there. 15:36 - There’s good beer everywhere! - Em sums up Miles & Pints. 18:08 - Is Australia really British Texas? 21:49 - Are judging and speaking requests picking up yet? 23:21 - Ouch, that’s a cancellation that hurts. 25:23 - Now, that’s a great tour! 27:02 - Em declares Chicago the best beer scene in America. 29:04 - Some of Em’s favorite places in the world. 32:22 - How even the dive bars roll in Belgium. 34:18 - This sounds like a great kind of happy hour! 35:35 - Em’s favorite beer festivals to drink at and to judge. 37:46 - Come join us at Snallygaster! 38:53 - Sports and beer in other countries. 43:23 - Can we get Em to join us at Oktoberfest? 44:20 - Where to find Em and Pints and Panels online. 45:31 - Miles and Points with Pints! 45:49 - The new Chase Slate Edge. 50:10 - CSP and CSR offer updates. 51:44 - Some good news about Citi Premier approvals! 55:59 - Citi ThankYou points now transfer to American Airlines. 58:37 - Targeted upgraded offers from American Express. 1:02:09 - Points sales from a couple of hotel programs. 1:07:48 - 3x on 2+ night stays at Hyatt promo is live. 1:08:28 - 30% transfer bonus from Amex MR to Flying Blue. 1:10:44 - Another option to use points to get to space? 1:13:05 - Canada opens to vaccinated Americans on August 9th. 1:15:46 - Iceland will require negative Covid tests even when vaccinated. 1:17:10 - Passport applications and renewals taking up to 18 weeks. 1:18:59 - Ireland to open indoor service at restaurants and pubs starting 7/26. 1:19:40 - No Miles and Points with Pints updates segment next week. 1:21:38 - The Miles & Pints Theme Song! Relevant Links: Fox Farm Brewery - Salem, CT   Australian International Beer Awards   Evil Twin Big Ass Money Stout   Black Hops Brewery - Burleigh Heads, Australia   Barrel & Flow Fest Cicerone Certification Program       Advanced Cicerone List      Master Cicerone List Pints and Panels Website - pintsandpanels.com Twitter - @PintsandPanels Instagram - @pintsandpanels Travel On Point(s) Website - travel-on-points.com Facebook - Travel on Point(s)   Miles & Pints Website - milesandpints.com Store - Miles & Pints Swag Facebook - Miles & Pints   Twitter - @MILESandPINTS Instagram - @milesandpints TikTok - @milesandpints   Buy Us A Beer
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    1 hr and 24 mins