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Returning the show, founder of J. Wakefield Brewing out of Miami, FL, Johnathan Wakefield. We discuss many things including: - The upcoming 5th Annual Wakefest - How does he improve on the festival from previous years. - Showing love to nearly 140 breweries over 3 days. - Keeping an eye on guest breweries that have no line. - Any new guests John\'s stoked about. - The magnum raffles for charity. - Our love of Permanent Hangover - Distro into Publix - How great are Pub Subs? - The decision to expand out of direct to consumer. - Negotiating with Whole Foods Market. - Planning for spot number 2. - The importance of food + tasting room combo. - Remaining independent. - Being shopped by big beer. - Thoughts on the rise and fall of Ballast Point. - Speculation on Funky Budha Brewing. - John\'s tight collab circle. - Lo-Cal IPA and Pastry seltzers. And much much more! We'd like to thank the sponsors of this show, if you are interested in sponsoring this podcast, please drop us a note at advertising@thefullpint.com. • El Segundo Brewing - Makers of some very fine hoppy ales near LAX, also check out their new digs, The Slice and Pint. • Oskar Blues Brewery - Try new One-y IPA, 100 Calorie Hazy IPA Low Cal, High Haze. Music for The Full Pint Podcast is provided by our pal Ben Tuttle, check him out at tenderbubbles.com |