Why This Beer?

Guest:
Noëlle Phillips, Ph.D., Professor at Douglas College and author of Brewmasters and Brewery Creek.

Topics Covered:

1. Introduction to Noëlle Phillips and Her Work
   • Her background as a professor at Douglas College.
   • Overview of her new book Brewmasters and Brewery Creek: a story about independent brewing in Vancouver.
2. Medieval Beer Culture
   • Noëlle's interest in medieval beer culture.
   • The historic role of beer in medieval societies.
3. Raven's Cream Ale and Its Historical Links
   • Discussion on Raven's Cream Ale.
   • Connection to Shaftesbury Cream Ale and its place in beer history.
4. The Evolution of the Beer Industry
   • Insights into the roots of the independent brewing scene in Vancouver.
   • Perspectives on where the beer industry is heading next.
5. Closing Thoughts and Recommendations
   • Noëlle's hopes for the future of craft brewing.
   • How listeners can learn more about her work and her book.

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