Music To My Beers
Hosted by Warren Kluck and Zach Miller
Music and beer is a natural pairing… and we’re just dudes with an appreciation for both! Join Warren Kluck and Zach Miller as they talk about their favorite beers and the tunes that go with them. Local, national, craft and micro – every beer (and song) is fair game! You can listen to the full show with music from 10a-noon Sundays on 103.9 The Bear (South Bend, IN) or on 1039thebear.com.
All Episodes
Never stopped me before.
Warren and Zach invite Steve from South Bend Brew Works to be a part of the Brewers Series, and get an inside "look" on the new location. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
I see dead people.
Warren & Zach continue with the Brewers Series; and this week invite Jesse from Goshen Brewing Company in to talk about their last 6 years. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
I think, I can make out our little friend right there!
Andy and Eric from The Crooked Ewe in South Bend join Warren and Zach for some beverages, and also to celebrate 6 Years. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rosebud.
Spring-Summer Brewers series continues with Joel from Heavenly Goat in Granger, IN. He brought some crispy pilsners and talks about his brewing history. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
I don’t like the idea that I’m not in control of my life.
Warren and Zach invite Brandon Townsley from Niles Brewing Company to the show for another Brewer Series episode. Brandon breaks out the big ones from his place and beyond - tasting Great Notion and Wax Wings.
Look at your mom-bra! There’s so much surface area.
Warren & Zach invited guest and buddy, Eric Foust, from Bare Hands and A Taproom to the show. They split a few.
Look at your mom-bra! Theres so much surface area.
Warren & Zach invited guest and buddy, Eric Foust, from Bare Hands and A Taproom to the show. They split a few. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The horse is too small, the jockey too big, the trainer too old, and I’m too dumb to know the difference.
Warren and Zach talk NFL Draft, Kentucky Derby, and good weather drinking.
Yeah, Well, You Forgot Good Looking.
Warren and Zach get excited for ACTUAL events, reminisce on 1995's Mortal Kombat movie, and split one from Funky Buddha
Cru, just pretend you’re in the lumber yard… go balls out.
Aaron West of Westwind Brewery (Elkhart, IN) joined Warren and Zach for a special episode. The guys split a new one "24 Elders" and received a special B-Movie.
I got to tune this business up.
For the first time ever, Warren and Zach include a "reality" movie - The Real Cancun - in B Movie. They also taste more expensive beer.
Stupid Bats, you’re ruining date night.
Warren and Zach celebrate Easter with some beer chat, a review of the first Suicide Squad in B-Movie, and they taste an expensive beer in Split One.
“That’s how it starts. The fever… the rage… the feeling of powerlessness that turns good men cruel.”
Warren and Zach celebrate Spring and madness with beers and sharing something tasty!
If you have to ask, you can’t afford it.
An episode full of anniversaries - including our 6th as a show. Cheers to you for being with us along the way!
Good morning, my neighbors.
Warren and Zach talk end of season brews, Coming to America, and split a new-to-them sour from Lagunitas.
I’m a big guy!
It's a day full of love, and the love for beer. Warren & Zach try something fun from Chicago in Split One - while also chatting about who they hope will distribute in this area next. They also take your[...]
Why Is The Rum Always Gone?
Warren and Zach talk Big Game predictions and what to pair with your Big Parties.
You should go solo like Bowie. Bowie’s just Bowie – he doesn’t need a band.
Not one but TWO are split between Warren and Zach in this episode. Join us for some beer and remodeling chat - we're basically two Chip Gaines' of Michiana.
Being misunderstood is the fate of all true geniuses is it not?
Warren and Zach talk new places to enjoy beverages around town, discuss one of the best radio movies, and split something special from Mikkeller Brewing.
We can go fishing and eat hot dogs in the morning, and stay up really late.
Warren and Zach talk about an upcoming favorite beer release, drink something special from Prairie Artisan Ales, and make a 6 pack worth trying.
Cool it, Dumbledore!
Warren and Zach are back after a bit of a vacay - find out how it went and what they were sipping on. Plus, the Split One gets interesting this week...and phunky!
Hey Griswold! Where do you think you’re gonna put a tree that big?
Warren and Zach are counting down beers to Christmas break!
I don’t mind you shooting at me, Frank, but take it easy on the Bacardi!
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas, and Warren & Zach lay out their plans over the next few weeks.
Hey, Santa, want to party?
Fresh off a Thanksgiving break, Warren and Zach bring their holiday drinking pants to the table.
Remember, Remember the 5th of November
Warren & Zach pre-game their Dark Lord allotment pick up with some beer chat and quick share. It's a wild ride so hold on to your beer.
Deeeeep Into Quarantine
Warren & Zach really don't know what to do with themselves anymore. We've lost track of the days/weeks/months and our only map to what we've done and where we've been is Untappd. Darcy has her Chick Pick, with something delicious[...]
5: Quarantine Week What?
Warren & Zach are still in quarantine and trying to figure out what to do with their time. Drinking beer is pretty much the only option, so we'll take it. We have fun on the eve of 420 with some[...]
Beer Thirty
It is the best time to start drinking. In Quarantine, what's appropriate and societies rules have gone out the window - so Warren & Zach discuss what drinking looks like on many days, and how they'll be celebrating Easter. Darcy[...]
2: Close Contact
While remaining more than 6ft apart, Warren & Zach invite Eric from Bare Hands to talk Beer Delivery, Covid-19 steps, and how you can enjoy your favorite local breweries!
Close Contact
While remaining more than 6ft apart, Warren & Zach invite Eric from Bare Hands to talk Beer Delivery, Covid-19 steps, and how you can enjoy your favorite local breweries! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
1: Triple Threat
Warren and Zach celebrate the Big 5 amidst the St Paddies Day Celebrations and Selection Sunday. Plus, Darcy stops by for a special St. Patrick's Day Chick Pick.
Triple Threat
Warren and Zach celebrate the Big 5 amidst the St Paddies Day Celebrations and Selection Sunday. Plus, Darcy stops by for a special St. Patrick's Day Chick Pick. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
42: Springing Forward
Beer Bracketology continues and Warren & Zach adjust to the time change! Find out what we’re drinking + Darcy’s Chick pick in this episode.
Springing Forward
Beer Bracketology continues and Warren & Zach adjust to the time change! Find out what were drinking + Darcys Chick pick in this episode. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
41: Selection Sunday
Warren and Zach rundown the list of 32 hopefuls in this year's first ever Beer Bracketology. In no particular order, teams are now matched up and the voting rounds are live at 1039thebear.com
40: Beer Bracketology
During this craft beer buying lull, Warren & Zach introduce a new game to pair with the Madness this March - Beer Bracketology. Also, Darcy joins us with her hot take in this week's Chick Pick!
39: Winter’s Lull
While our beer buying hits an all time low (which is ok...especially this time of year), we talk about all the things we can look forward to. We also go over what and where we've been drinking over the past[...]
38: You Hearted
With the Lovers holiday around the corner, Warren & Zach celebrate by toasting the new Light Hearted and pulling something off Warren's shelf. Also, one of our favorite segments is back!
37: Super Big PreGame
How do you prepare for one of the biggest days in sports? You'll find out in this episode as Warren & Zach break down their pregame and game plans.
36: Hopslam & Wolves
In this episode, Warren & Zach share what went on during their drinking week. Plus, Hopslam is drinking pretty good right now, and they pair what to drink with the 2012 Liam Neeson "classic", The Grey.
35: Something Good, Something Bad
It's Hopslam time! We discuss what we love about one of our favorite beers in the history of beer making. We also discuss an unfortunate drainpour from one of our favorite breweries in the San Diego area.
Something Good, Something Bad
It's Hopslam time! We discuss what we love about one of our favorite beers in the history of beer making. We also discuss an unfortunate drainpour from one of our favorite breweries in the San Diego area. See omnystudio.com/listener for[...]
34: New Year New Beers
After an extended vacation, the guys are back for a refreshingly excellent 2020. We talk about all the places that were visited over vacation and lots of releases we have to look forward to!
New Year New Beers
After an extended vacation, the guys are back for a refreshingly excellent 2020. We talk about all the places that were visited over vacation and lots of releases we have to look forward to! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
33: Christmas Party
The gang hosts a bottle share. This one is always pre-recorded, because we all know what happens when you put two guys in a room with 12 barrel aged beers. (Okay, maybe there was some help from fellow co-workers) Always[...]
32: Decembeer
Hands down one of our favorite drinking months. Everybody is in the Holiday Spirit, sharing beers, and opening up the good stuff. Join us for some beer chat, including: what we're looking forward to at the annual Work Christmas Party.[...]
Decembeer
Hands down one of our favorite drinking months. Everybody is in the Holiday Spirit, sharing beers, and opening up the good stuff. Join us for some beer chat, including: what we're looking forward to at the annual Work Christmas Party.[...]
31: Leftovers
We discuss Thanksgiving leftover beers and play some tunes for the kickoff to Holiday buying!
30: Thanksgiving 2019
We've got a lot to be thankful for, and often it comes in the form of a pint. We tackle what we've been drinking, Warren's recent trip to Chicago for Prop Day, and what we look forward to drinking all[...]
29: Special Release Show
It's that time of year again...Special Releases coming from every brewery on the Planet. (Hope you've saved up!) We invited Eric from Bare Hands Brewery in Granger to share some beers and talk Special Releases coming out soon.
29: Special Releases
It's that time of year again...Special Releases coming from every brewery on the Planet. (Hope you've saved up!) We invited Eric from Bare Hands Brewery in Granger to share some beers and talk Special Releases coming out soon. See omnystudio.com/listener[...]
28: No No No Show
No No No we don't drink that No More. Who are we kidding - we probably will go back to drinking it when the temp warms back up. Nothing jumped out to us this week for a theme, so there[...]
No No No Show
No No No we don't drink that No More. Who are we kidding - we probably will go back to drinking it when the temp warms back up. Nothing jumped out to us this week for a theme, so there[...]
27: Fall Back
Warren and Zach don't pretend to know a lot about the time change, but what they do pretend to know about is Beer. Specifically craft. Obviously no new knowledge/experience was gained with the extra hour.
26: Halloween
It's one of our favorite nights of the year. Mainly because after Halloween, all of the pumpkin beers disappear! Enjoy our beer conversation and pairing some to your favorite candy bar.
Halloween
It's one of our favorite nights of the year. Mainly because after Halloween, all of the pumpkin beers disappear! Enjoy our beer conversation and pairing some to your favorite candy bar. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
25: Punkin
Warren & Zach Go Punk! Pumpkin ales, pumpkin spice brews, and pumpkin sours. For some it's the most wonderful time of the year...for others it's a month full of drainpours.
Punkin
Warren & Zach Go Punk! Pumpkin ales, pumpkin spice brews, and pumpkin sours. For some it's the most wonderful time of the year...for others it's a month full of drainpours. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
24: FestiFALL
Talking with Chuck and Jim, the guys behind Michiana Festival of Beers. Plus, getting festive for the fall beers we plan on drinking!
FestiFALL
Talking with Chuck and Jim, the guys behind Michiana Festival of Beers. Plus, getting festive for the fall beers we plan on drinking! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
23: Rocktoberfest
We paired this episode with an entire month of seasonal brews: Browns, Marzens, Stouts, and Porters.
Rocktoberfest
We paired this episode with an entire month of seasonal brews: Browns, Marzens, Stouts, and Porters. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
22: Fall Y’all
Weather: Chilly. Leaves: Falling. Air: Crisp. It's Fall Y'all. Time for some cool weather sippers and some darker brews.
Fall Y’All
Weather: Chilly. Leaves: Falling. Air: Crisp. It's Fall Y'all. Time for some cool weather sippers and some darker brews. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
21: Ale-gating
We invite Casey & Dante from Lasalle Kitchen & Tavern in to talk tailgating and their upcoming beer pairing dinner with The Bruery (Terreux Series).
Ale-gating
We invite Casey & Dante from Lasalle Kitchen & Tavern in to talk tailgating and their upcoming beer pairing dinner with The Bruery (Terreux Series). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
20: Double Thai Day
We had a BLAST at the 5th Annual Double Thai Day with Bare Hands Brewery in Granger, IN. Talking with so many great Beerlebrities, tasting fantastic pours, and trying some delicious food.
Double Thai Day 2019
We had a BLAST at the 5th Annual Double Thai Day with Bare Hands Brewery in Granger, IN. Talking with so many great Beerlebrities, tasting fantastic pours, and trying some delicious food. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
19: Backyard Bash
When planning that last big hurrah before Fall - you have to make a list. Guests, Brews, Party Jams, and Food all go into that gathering.
Backyard Bash
When planning that last big hurrah before Fall - you have to make a list. Guests, Brews, Party Jams, and Food all go into that gathering. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
18: Back to School 2019
Summer flew by and it's already that time...Back. To. School. Plus we talk the upcoming Double Thai Day at Bare Hands on August 24th.
Back to School 2019
Summer flew by and it's already that time...Back. To. School. Plus we talk the upcoming Double Thai Day at Bare Hands on August 24th. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
17: Slummer
Coming off some of the hottest days we've seen this year and we're in a bit of a beer slump. Time to get charged up and ready for the post-Summer/early Fall drinking weeks ahead.
Slummer
Coming off some of the hottest days we've seen this year and we're in a bit of a beer slump. Time to get charged up and ready for the post-Summer/early Fall drinking weeks ahead. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
16: Helter Swelter
It's SO hot, and we've just entered in to the "Dog Days". While temperatures reach in the upwards of 100 degrees, we reach into the fridge for some cold, crispy ones.
15: Independents Day 2019
To celebrate our Independence, we talk about the Independents with the upside down bottle - and the ones without.
Independents Day 2019
To celebrate our Independence, we talk about the Independents with the upside down bottle - and the ones without. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
14: Studebaker Brewing Collaboration
We had a blast at the release of our Station Identification White Stout. Listen to on-the-spot "check-ins" with our FUntappd.
13: Summer Jam Show
Warm weather and ice cold beers - that is what Summer means to us. What on our drinking list? How many beers would we give "Hot Rod"? And who topped this year's Zymurgy Beer List for the 3rd Year in[...]
Father’s Day
Dad's day to be recognized and left alone to drink his beer in peace. We celebrate that by offering beers our fathers drank, rating B-movie "Little Nicky", and contemplating gift ideas. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Covers and Clones
No two beers are the same. Or are they? We dive into the craft world to find the similarities between some of our favorite beers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Memorial Day
For Memorial Day, we thank all the service men and women that have given their lives so we have freedom in this country. We also break down Warren and Stryker's experience at Dark Lord Day 2019. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy[...]
American Craft Beer Week
Time to take a step back and celebrate all of the great beers made here in the United States of America. Since the show's inception, we have nearly doubled the number of breweries; so there is A LOT to celebrate.[...]
7: Not Your Mother’s Craft Beer Day Show
Let's talk about what mom like's to drink. From IPAs to Stouts, new Corona Refrescas, and other malt beverages; to the mother of all breweries. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Cinco De Drinko
We look to celebrate anything and everything. So we celebrate in style, with a few Mexican-inspired brewskis: Modelo Chelada, Windmill's El Gato Lima, and Evil Twin's Aún Más a Jesús. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Draft Day
From Kankakee Grille we make our Draft picks while discussing the beautiful location and delicious menu. We also had the opportunity to try some unique pairings with our picks, while discussing food, events, and atmosphere with the great people involved.[...]
Yeaster
Every year we like to celebrate Easter with the one core ingredient in beer-making: Yeast. We'll also be talking with our sponsor: Studebaker Brewing Company about their offerings and events. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
420
In preparation of 420 this week, we talk about and try many of the "dank"-er beers on the market from New Belgium to Sweetwater. We also invite Casey from Lasalle Kitchen & Tavern and Doyle from Greenbush Brewing. See omnystudio.com/listener[...]
2: Final Four
At this point of the vacation: Ron has visited Cycle Brewing, tried a bevy of their offerings, and is ready to report back to work Monday morning. Meanwhile, after an unsuccessful hunt for Oskar Blues/Cigar City collab at the liquor[...]
1: Opening Day 2019
Ron's on Spring Break this week but that doesn't stop his annual tradition of phoning in to the show. While he sips on some Cigar City, CANarchy collab with Oskar Blues, and more; Warren and Zach imagine they're there while[...]
52: Selection Sunday
Join us as we go through our field of 64 breweries who's fate depends on a college basketball team to go all the way. Could it be one of the Top 4 Teams, or the Cinderella one? We look forward[...]
51: St Annies
4 years...4 YEARS?! Where did the time go? We've had a lot of great beers, played a lot of great songs; and in this episode we celebrate the past and look forward to our future. While drinking Dark Horse, Goose[...]
50: Time Change Over
So many beers, so little time. With Daylight Savings, an hour of our day is stolen at this time every year and so we find a way to drink to that in this episode. We open up a Dogfish Head[...]
49: Fat Boozeday
Pairing a high-calorie "doughnut" with a pastry stout...what could go wrong? Nothing. Paczki's and Imperial Amish Krack from Hoplore Evil Twin's Imperial Glazed Doughnut Break are delicious. (Just wait for our sugar coma to kick in). Cheers to another successful[...]
48: The Zacademy Awards
In honor of "Movies Biggest Night", we announce our own nominees in 12 different categories as well as announce a winner for each. Enjoy the newly re-imagined (and often sought after) Zacademy Awards. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
47: POTUS Potables
Our Presidential Approval Rating is simple: could you share a beer with them? In this episode, we run down a list of Presidents mentioned in songs while pairing them with some potables Ron & Warren brought to the table: Hill[...]
46: All About Love
Lots of love in this show. Love of beer. Love of music. Love of imbibing. Enjoy the show! (minus Zach - who's on vacation this week) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
45: Super Bowl 53 Pregame
When in Rome...or Atlanta. This week we pre-game our Super Bowl parties with a few Ron shared while talking about some of the best halftime performances in the past several years. What pairs well with the Buffalo Chicken Cheese dip?[...]
44: Pairings
We "paired" up with the guys at Lasalle Kitchen and Tavern for their upcoming Founders Best of the Barrel Beer Dinner (happening February 6th), and had some fun trying all of the offerings: Doom, Barrel Runner, Curmudgeon's Better Half, KBS,[...]
43: AFC NFC ABV
Before the Divisional Championships, we take a look at all of the locations of the teams involved and break down which beers are worth drinking. From the New England Style IPA to Boulevard's Smokestack Series, sharing brews on Bourbon Street[...]
42: Holiday Haul
Back from vacation with a fresh set of taste buds. Ron's friend/best man, Rob, joined us in studio this week; while bringing a bevy of large format beers from the great state of Minnesota. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
41: Winter Warmer 2018
We take the show on the road to a local watering hole and staple craft beer location in South Bend - Fiddler's Hearth. It's their annual Winter Warmer and we taste delicious offerings from Founders, Southern Tier, and Sierra Nevada...among[...]
40: New Beers Eve 2018
We look back on the past year and talk about all of the beers we've enjoyed up to this point. We also invite Chris, of Devil's Trumpet, to join us and try some of their new offerings as well. Cheers[...]
39: Christmas Party 2018
It's our annual Christmas Show at the Company Party. We open up some of our bigger bottles we've collected over the years and share them. The episode is pretty long, but it pairs well with the large format beers. Merry[...]
38: Winter 2018
Winter is here. We talk about all the beers you can enjoy while hunkered down during the many snow storms we're bound to have in the coming months. Deep, Rich, Bold, Toasty, Warm are all adjectives in which we use[...]
37: Holiday Buying Guide
If you're looking to get the beer aficionado in your life something great for Christmas, you should listen to this show. It's our annual Buying Guide edition. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.