What do Oshkosh's craft beer scene, Prohibition-era speakeasies, and historic bars have in common? Oshkosh Beer Blog author Lee Reiherzer unwinds the rich tapestry of Oshkosh’s brewing history, from the architecture of stunning taverns to the tales of local wildcat breweries. Discover what makes this small Wisconsin city a significant piece of beer heritage!
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TIMELINE
00:00 Welcome!
00:18 Lee Reiherzer of Oshkosh Beer Blog
02:55 Historical Bars and Woodwork
05:44 Prohibition Era in Oshkosh
08:04 Chief Oshkosh and Local Breweries
16:30 Tied Houses and Brewery Ownership
18:50 Oshkosh During Prohibition
23:27 The Decline of Oshkosh Breweries
24:31 The Impact of National Brands
26:45 Surviving Local Breweries
28:05 The Craft Beer Resurgence
30:44 Exploring Oshkosh's Craft Beer Scene
32:55 Historical Taverns and Bars
34:46 People's Brewing Company and Black Ownership
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Allison Fleshman -https://www.instagram.com/mcfleshmans/
Joel Hermansen
Gary Ardnt - https://everything-everywhere.com/everything-everywhere-daily-podcast/
Music by Sarah Lynn Huss - https://www.facebook.com/kevin.huss.52/
Recorded & Produced by David Kalsow - https://davidkalsow.com/
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