Pints & Pews Podcast : Catholic Faith & Craft Beer

Author Joseph Pearce shares a local pint and talks about the importance of reading great literature to help our faith lives. Joseph discusses the likes of G.K. Chesterton, J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, and Hillaire Belloc; revealing whom he would like as his wingman on a road trip.

You can find Joseph's work at jpearce.co

 

Beers:

Westbrook IPA - Westbrook Brewing Co.

Innis & Gunn

 

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Deacon Cory Johnson of the ESCC of the Archdiocese of Montreal shares his story along with his thoughts on the Catholic faith in Quebec and where it's going.

Check out his ministry with the English Speaking Catholic Council and their Podcast.

 

Drinks:

Glenlivet Caribbean Reserve

Canvas Brewing Co. - Forest Runner Double IPA

 

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David Skuban of The Catholic Canuck Podcast drops by to talk about why and how we should Keep Holy the Sabbath. He even plays along with a Sabbath-based 'Would You Rather?'

 

Beers:

70 Acre Brew Co. - Bossman Lager

Great Lakes Brewery - Canuck Pale Ale

 

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Video journalist Francis Denis joins Robert to talk about his most recent project with EWTN - Catholic Canada, a 10 episode glimpse into the heart and soul of the Catholic Church in Canada.

 

You can find Francis' work at www.francisdenis.com

 

Beers:

Beaux-Prés Microbrasserie - La bonne Sainte Anne ale blonde

Cool Beer Beverage Co. - St. André amber lager

 

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Fr. Chase Hilgenbrinck stops by to share a pint and talk about navigating his vocational calling to the Catholic priesthood while playing professional soccer in Chile. Fr. Chase & Robert also discuss their picks for the upcoming World Cup 2026.

 

Beers :

Abrüham Dinkin' Lincoln Lager - Casper Brewing Co.

Bear Pale Ale - Burdock Brewery

 

Rob & Robert lament over how many Catholics seem to have lost a sense of awe and wonder at the divine in Mass, and discuss ways to bring it back.

 

Beer :

Power House Brewing Co. - Low Voltage Cream Ale

 

David & Matt from the Pints with Jack Podcast share a pint and a few laughs while chatting about why one should read C.S. Lewis and where one should start.

 

Beers:

Newcastle Brown

Athletic Brewing Run Wild IPA (with a side of Tomatin single malt scotch)

London Brewing Organic Amber

 

A couple of weeks after the Triduum, Rob & Robert sit down to chat about their unique Easter liturgy experiences and the correct way to eat a chocolate bunny.

 

Beer:

4est Brewery Lager

Al Smith of Bishop Sheen Today drops by to share a pint and chat about the Beatification process for Fulton J. Sheen, and why we need to Celebrate Sheen at his upcoming Beatification Mass.

 

Beers:

Muskoka Cream Ale - Muskoka Brewery

Holy Rollers Lager - Toboggan Brewing Co.

Rob & Robert share their thoughts on some of the behaviours that drive them bonkers at Mass.

 

Beer:

Bear Naked Lager - Holman Brewing Co.