Industry Professionals Episodes

Discussions with the wider beer industry including distributors, writers, and marketing specialists shaping how beer is produced, sold and experienced.
UK Pubs & Indie Breweries: What’s Next? with CAMRA Chairman Ash Corbett-Collins
April 13, 2026

UK Pubs & Indie Breweries: What’s Next? with CAMRA Chairman Ash Corbett-Collins

In this episode of The Beer Rep Chats With, Martin speaks with Ash Corbett-Collins, Chairman of CAMRA, about the growing challenges facing UK pubs and independent breweries. From pub closures and rising costs to the lack of a...
The Rise of Indie Beer with Neil Walker
March 16, 2026

The Rise of Indie Beer with Neil Walker

In this episode of The Beer Rep Chats With , I’m joined once again by Neil Walker from the Society of Independent Brewers and Associates to reflect on the progress of the Indie Beer Campaign one year after its launch. When Ne...
Can Pubs Survive? With The Great British Pub Crawls Dale Harvey
Oct. 27, 2025

Can Pubs Survive? With The Great British Pub Crawls Dale Harvey

Martin chats with Dale Harvey, founder of The Great British Pub Crawl, who’s on a mission to visit every pub in Britain. Dale shares how a small challenge in Nottinghamshire turned into a nationwide campaign to celebrate and ...
Elevating Independent Breweries Through Branding: With Tim Weaver
Sept. 29, 2025

Elevating Independent Breweries Through Branding: With Tim Weaver

Martin chats with Tim Weaver, founder of The Brand Weaver, about how indie breweries can level up their branding. From avoiding common mistakes to sharing success stories and practical strategies, Tim reveals what it takes to...
Inside The Malt Miller: Homebrewing in the UK
July 21, 2025

Inside The Malt Miller: Homebrewing in the UK

In this episode, Martin sits down with James Stiff from The Malt Miller, which is the go to UK supplier for homebrewing gear, ingredients, and advice. From his first brew in 2016 to becoming a central figure at The Malt Mille...
Cask Ale: Why It Deserves Heritage Status
June 16, 2025

Cask Ale: Why It Deserves Heritage Status

In this episode of The Beer Rep Chats With, we sit down with Jonny Garrett – beer writer, YouTuber, and co-founder of The Craft Beer Channel⁩ – for an in-depth conversation about the future of cask ale and the UK beer indust...
Why Cask Ale Matters: Insights from CAMRA's Chairman
May 5, 2025

Why Cask Ale Matters: Insights from CAMRA's Chairman

In this episode of The Beer Rep Chats With, Martin speaks with Ash Corbett-Collins, the chairman of CAMRA, about the significance of cask ale in British culture, the challenges it faces, and the ongoing campaigns to promote a...
Breaking Barriers: Women in the Beer Industry
April 21, 2025

Breaking Barriers: Women in the Beer Industry

In this episode, Amelie Tassin from Women in Beer discusses her journey in the beer industry, the creation and growth of the Women in Beer group, the challenges women face in the industry, and the importance of mentorship. Sh...
SIBA’s Indie Beer Campaign: Why It Matters for Beer Lovers
March 31, 2025

SIBA’s Indie Beer Campaign: Why It Matters for Beer Lovers

In this episode, Neil Walker from SIBA discusses the challenges faced by independent breweries, including market access and profitability. He highlights the impact of COVID-19 on consumer behaviour and the launch of the Indie...
Adrian Tierney-Jones Author of A Pub For All Seasons
March 17, 2025

Adrian Tierney-Jones Author of A Pub For All Seasons

In this episode of The Beer Rep Chats With, we sit down with acclaimed beer writer Adrian Tierney-Jones to talk all things pubs, pints, and the evolving world of beer. Adrian shares insights from his latest book, A Pub For Al...