Episode 68: Homebrew Hero & Legalization of Homebrewing
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On this special President’s Day episode, James and Shannon dust off the time machine and travel to the 1970's to investigate which President had a hand in legalizing homebrewing. Was he the catalyst behind the craft beer revolution or was it the work of a passionate homebrewer and a thirsty Senator? Fun facts abound! Plus, Shannon shares some beverages enjoyed by past presidents.     Sources: John Harry (2019) https://americanhistory.si.edu/blog/papazian James Fallows (2010). https://www.theatlantic.com/politics/archive/2010/08/jimmy-carter-not-the-king-of-beers-updated/61599/ All info, H.R. 1337 Congress.gov https://www.congress.gov/bill/95th-congress/house-bill/1337/all-info
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