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Episode 290 of Beer, Blues, and BS brings high-stakes airport sprints, catastrophic tech fails, and a heartfelt salute to sci-fi royalty! Mark Kidder dials in from Las Vegas after a chaotic journey out of Bismarck—battling de-icing delays, a frantic sprint through Minneapolis to make a razor-thin connection, and strict security checkpoints at The Venetian for a massive Metallica weekend. The Vegas trip takes an emotional turn as Mark and Doc pay tribute to the passing of Star Trek legend Walter Koenig (Pavel Chekov) and reflect on the legacy of The Next Generation and its cast. Meanwhile, Rudeboy Kyle breaks down the tragic, wallet-draining tale of how a spilled beverage instantly took out his gaming laptop's GPU—triggering a painful $3,000 replacement. JS checks in from a 300-mile service run with tractor troubleshooting headaches and questionable junkyard brake rotor repairs, and Doc arrives fresh from sampling a brand-new Indian restaurant in town. Over at the bar, the guys take on a tasting showcase featuring crisp craft ciders from Iowa, canned Irish whiskey cocktails straight from the Strip, spiked tea lemonade, and smooth fall harvest lagers. On Tap This Episode: Rudeboy Kyle: Jefferson County Cider Works Cucumber Lime & Sam Adams Harvest Helles. LCL Geek: Jefferson County Cider Works Tropical Pineapple Hard Cider. JS: Jefferson County Cider Works Tart Berry Hard Cider. Mark Kidder: Venetian Canned Ginger & Lime Irish Whiskey & Sun Cruiser Spiked Arnold Palmer. Doc: Toz Wine Works Pinot Noir (Newberg, Oregon).   Recorded 10.30.26 0:00 – Intro 2:06 – What’s On Tap? 14:17 – The $3,000 Spilled Drink Disaster 21:34 – Doc is Here! 25:46 – What’s on Tap? Round 2 31:49 – Sad Star Trek News 33:06 – Airport Woes Tangent 41:23 – Back to Sad Star Trek News 52:32 – Cheap Plugs   https://streamlabs.com/beerbluesbs https://beerbluesbs.podbean.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@BeerBluesBS?sub_confirmation=1 https://open.spotify.com/show/1pnho1ZzuGgThbLpXbAs3t https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2Unmhz98iRYU97l18uJp99 https://www.twitch.tv/tuez13 https://www.youtube.com/@HowardsCaveofWonder?sub_confirmation=1 https://www.twitch.tv/krdneyewitnessweathernow 23:24   #BeerBluesAndBs #Podcast #TripleBBSPodcast #Podcast #ComedyPodcast #BeerPodcast #Brews #Laughs #BrewsAndLaughs #podcast #tripleb #Comedy #Beer #BeerBluesBS #ConcertLore #RockMusic #BeerBluesBS #StarTrek #WalterKoenig #TechFails #AirportSprint #CraftCider #LasVegasStrip #MetallicaWeekend #BismarckND #PodcastViral

Episode 289 of Beer, Blues, and BS brings spooky seasonal sips, heavy metal concert lore, and late-night diner nostalgia! Howard Blues kicks things off with an on-camera painting demonstration, experimenting with shadow tones on a giant arachnid model while sharing a fresh round of Halloween-themed dad jokes. That opens the floodgates to an epic dive into live music history: Mark Kidder, Doc, and LCL Geek dissect sky-high modern ticket prices, reminisce about legendary past shows at the Fargo Civic Auditorium and The Venue, and break down why rock bands always seem to route mid-week stops through the plains. Over at the bar, the glass lineup is packed. Doc tests out a limited-edition Fanta Ghost Face Punch, LCL Geek samples an expensive grape fruit sour alongside aged homemade honey and maple mead, Mark Kidder tackles an 11% ABV Imperial Doughnut Stout and a crisp blueberry lager, and Howard sips a probiotic black cherry soda. Plus, DS Tango drops into the session late to talk local gig experiences at the newly renovated Buck's in Bismarck, authentic social media content for independent bands, and the guys trade late-night memories of pie and hamburger steaks at the legendary Big Sue Cafe off I-29! On Tap This Episode: Doc: Fanta Ghost Face Punch. LCL Geek: Barntown Brewing Brian's Great Grape Fruit Sour & Aged Homemade Mead. Mark Kidder: Bolton Landing Imperial Doughnut Stout (11% ABV) & Grain Belt Blueberry Lager. Howard Blues: Culture Pop Sparkling Black Cherry Probiotic Soda. DS Tango: Cranberry White Claw. Recorded 10.16.26 0:00 – Intro 2:06 – What’s on Tap? 18:34 – Dad Jokes of the Week 21:57 – Music News 24:54 – Concert Memories 32:41 – Best Concert Show 36:47 – A Painting Question 40:29 – Concert Ticket Prices & Travel 50:01 – Door Gets Kicked In 52:06 – What’s on Tap? Round 1.5 1:01:42 – What Is New With DS 1:10:00 – Big Sioux Café 1:17:53 – Cheap Plugs 1:21:31 – Final Thoughts     https://streamlabs.com/beerbluesbs https://beerbluesbs.podbean.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@BeerBluesBS?sub_confirmation=1 https://open.spotify.com/show/1pnho1ZzuGgThbLpXbAs3t https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2Unmhz98iRYU97l18uJp99 https://www.twitch.tv/tuez13 https://www.youtube.com/@HowardsCaveofWonder?sub_confirmation=1 https://www.twitch.tv/krdneyewitnessweathernow 2:27 #BeerBluesAndBs #Podcast #TripleBBSPodcast #Podcast #ComedyPodcast #BeerPodcast #Brews #Laughs #BrewsAndLaughs #podcast #tripleb #Comedy #Beer #BeerBluesBS #ConcertLore #RockMusic #FargoDome #FantaGhostFace #CraftBeer #DadJokes #MiniaturePainting #BismarckND #PodcastViral

Episode 288 of Beer, Blues, and BS dives into bizarre viral crime headlines, major fast-food beverage shakeups, and the real headaches of owning an EV in the upper Midwest! Mark Kidder breaks down an unbelievable ongoing jury trial out of Las Vegas involving a tourist who allegedly pounded dozens of beers before attempting to steal a live flamingo from a casino habitat. That wild story sparks a conversation about soda industry loyalty when Doc drops breaking food-service news: KFC is cutting its historic partnership with Pepsi to switch over to Coca-Cola. The crew also gets into practical gearhead realities as Howard Blues, LCL Geek, Mark, and Doc debate the nightmare logistics of servicing luxury vehicles and electric cars like Teslas and Lucids when the nearest authorized repair hub is hundreds of miles away in Minneapolis. Plus, the guys air out their frustrations over UND hockey ticket purchasing headaches, rabbit holes of AI hoof-trimming videos, and the latest new restaurant openings hitting downtown Bismarck and Mandan. On Tap This Episode: LCL Geek: Bum Pyo Pear Ale & Wild State Cider Hazy Pink Pineapple. Doc: Baileys Mint Chocolate Liqueur (and Scandinavian black licorice requests). Mark Kidder: Sun Cruiser Pink Lemonade Iced Tea. Howard Blues: Brew Dr. Island Mango Kombucha.   Recorded: 10.16.26 0:00 – Intro 3:04 – What’s on Tap? 14:31 – Hockey News & Ticket Issues 25:10 – Fake Hoof Trimming Videos 30:00 – New TV Shows 34:59 – What’s on Tap? Round 2 38:40 – Playing Games with Kids 42:09 – Breaking News 46:42 – Howard Has A Limit 49:48 – Tesla Roadster Demo 57:36 – Cheap Plugs 1:00:19 – Final Thoughts   https://streamlabs.com/beerbluesbs https://beerbluesbs.podbean.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@BeerBluesBS?sub_confirmation=1 https://open.spotify.com/show/1pnho1ZzuGgThbLpXbAs3t https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2Unmhz98iRYU97l18uJp99 https://www.twitch.tv/tuez13 https://www.youtube.com/@HowardsCaveofWonder?sub_confirmation=1 https://www.twitch.tv/krdneyewitnessweathernow 1:15 #BeerBluesAndBs #Podcast #TripleBBSPodcast #Podcast #ComedyPodcast #BeerPodcast #Brews #Laughs #BrewsAndLaughs #podcast #tripleb #Comedy #Beer #BeerBluesBS #LasVegasTrial #KFCPepsi #CocaCola #TeslaService #UNDHockey #WildStateCider #SunCruiser #BismarckND #PodcastViral

Episode 287 of Beer, Blues, and BS delivers chaotic Flathead Valley police blotters, college throwbacks, and a fiery debate over the state of modern entertainment! Howard Blues leads another wild dive into The Blues Blotter, dissecting a unbelievable Montana report involving a driver who allegedly left $25,000 in cash, a house deed, a car title, and a 24-karat gold bar sitting on the roof of their car. That leads straight into hilarious personal stories of bizarre encounters with intoxicated strangers, along with nostalgic UND college memories of cranking dorm thermostats to 80 degrees during -70°F winter windchills. Over at the bar, Doc sips a Mendoza Malbec out of a Lululemon wine glass, Mark Kidder samples a honey lemon light brew, LCL Geek revisits a classic Midwest pilsner, and Howard tests a spooky "Pear Scare" energy drink. Plus, the crew tackles hot topics in pop culture—debating whether Robert Downey Jr.'s return to the MCU as Doctor Doom is a desperate move, analyzing why modern 8-episode CGI series feel clunky compared to 26-episode classics like Star Trek: The Next Generation, and sharing updates on local fall pumpkin patch trips. On Tap This Episode: Doc: Catena Malbec (Mendoza, Argentina). Mark Kidder: Leinenkugel’s Honey Lemon Light. LCL Geek: August Schell "No Frills Pils" & Sapporo Black. Howard Blues: Bloom "Pear Scare" Spooky Energy Drink.   Recorded: 10.2.26 0:00 – Intro 2:03 – What’s on Tap? 11:20 – Star Trek MTG 14:31 – The Blues Blotter 26:17 – Sketchy Encounters 33:27 – Flashing Lights & The Algorithm 36:16 – Winter is Coming 38:18 – What’s on Tap? Round 2 41:50 – Avengers Doomsday 45:03 – Why Modern 8-Episode TV Seasons SUCK 55:17 – MMORPGs 58:17 – Cheap Plugs 1:00:57 – Final Thoughts   https://streamlabs.com/beerbluesbs https://beerbluesbs.podbean.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@BeerBluesBS?sub_confirmation=1 https://open.spotify.com/show/1pnho1ZzuGgThbLpXbAs3t https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2Unmhz98iRYU97l18uJp99 https://www.twitch.tv/tuez13 https://www.youtube.com/@HowardsCaveofWonder?sub_confirmation=1 https://www.twitch.tv/krdneyewitnessweathernow 1:42   #BeerBluesAndBs #Podcast #TripleBBSPodcast #Podcast #ComedyPodcast #BeerPodcast #Brews #Laughs #BrewsAndLaughs #podcast #tripleb #Comedy #Beer #BeerBluesBS #BluesBlotter #MarvelMCU #DoctorDoom #StarTrekTNG #Malbec #FlatheadValley #BismarckND #PodcastViral #truecrime

Episode 286 of Beer, Blues, and BS delivers major fitness milestones, sharp pop culture hot takes, and total basement treadmill insanity! Howard Blues blows past his original 250-mile walking goal while powering through hundreds of episodes of One Piece on the basement treadmill. That leads straight into a passionate group debate over the state of modern horror movies, as Howard, Doc, and LCL Geek call out cheap jump scares and overproduced tropes, while Mark Kidder dismisses the entire genre altogether. Over at the bar, the guys sample an eclectic lineup featuring traditional lagers, heavy dark brews, mint chocolate liqueurs, and fruity probiotic blends. Plus, the crew looks ahead to Mark’s upcoming Halloween trip to see Metallica at the Las Vegas Sphere, reacts to the latest gaming updates in Flashing Lights, and shares hilarious workplace walkie-talkie stories from local historical events. On Tap This Episode: LCL Geek: A classic East Coast lager & a massive roasted dark malt brew. Doc: Baileys Mint Chocolate Liqueur. Mark Kidder: Barntown Brewing "Driveway Drinker" Premium Lager. Howard Blues: Strawberry Blossom Probiotic Kombucha. Recorded: 10.2.26 0:00 – Intro 2:00 – What’s on Tap? 11:20 – Hot Takes and Dad Jokes 15:08 – Radio Shenanigans 16:59 – Haunted Museum Event and Other Halloween Stories 21:10 – Horror Movies 26:22 – What’s on Tap? Round 2 30:46 – Hockey News 31:31 – Metallica @ The Sphere 34:06 – Other News 38:16 – Watching Anything? 45:44 – Dad Jokes of the Week 48:22 – Cheap Plugs 52:00 – Final Thoughts https://streamlabs.com/beerbluesbs https://beerbluesbs.podbean.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@BeerBluesBS?sub_confirmation=1 https://open.spotify.com/show/1pnho1ZzuGgThbLpXbAs3t https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2Unmhz98iRYU97l18uJp99 https://www.twitch.tv/tuez13 https://www.youtube.com/@HowardsCaveofWonder?sub_confirmation=1 https://www.twitch.tv/krdneyewitnessweathernow 2:55 #BeerBluesAndBs #Podcast #TripleBBSPodcast #Podcast #ComedyPodcast #BeerPodcast #Brews #Laughs #BrewsAndLaughs #podcast #tripleb #Comedy #Beer #BeerBluesBS #HorrorMovies #MetallicaSphere #OnePiece #FlashingLights #CraftBeer #DadJokes #BismarckND #PodcastViral

Episode 285 of Beer, Blues, and BS delivers venue showdowns, free grocery store beer, and an incredible Blues Traveler concert rant you have to hear to believe! Mark Kidder, Doc, and Rudeboy Kyle finish off their Midwest concert tour recap with a head-to-head comparison of Des Moines vs. Omaha. The crew dives deep into the high-flying drama of Blues Traveler's set—featuring a wild harmonica fiddle solo during "The Devil Went Down to Georgia" and frontman John Popper going on a viral-worthy rant against audience signs ("signs are worse than guns!") before begrudgingly playing a rare fan request. Meanwhile, Howard Blues takes us back in time with a December edition of The Blues Blotter, covering everything from a "grand theft helicopter" report to a mother building a paper trail against her 13-year-old, a hostile AA meeting, and a bar patron booted for refusing to tip. Plus, Rudeboy Kyle shares how he scored a free 6-pack of PBR pounders at Hy-Vee, LCL Geek fights with an AI background generator, and the guys share heartfelt final thoughts on chosen family and being present for your kids. On Tap This Episode: Doc: Iter Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley). Rudeboy Kyle: Kettle House Cold Smoke Scotch Ale & Free Hy-Vee PBR. LCL Geek: Schell’s Firebrick Vienna Style Lager Mark Kidder: Barntown Brewing's Brian's Great Grape Fruit Sour Howard Blues: Culture Pop Watermelon & Lime Probiotic Soda   Recorded: 9.18.26 0:00 – Intro 2:15 – What’s on Tap? 17:15 – Blues Traveler Omaha 45:30 – Thomas the Train Experience 49:09 – The Blues Blotter: Grand Theft Helicopter 56:26 – Cheap Plugs 58:29 – Final Thoughts   https://streamlabs.com/beerbluesbs https://beerbluesbs.podbean.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@BeerBluesBS?sub_confirmation=1 https://open.spotify.com/show/1pnho1ZzuGgThbLpXbAs3t https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2Unmhz98iRYU97l18uJp99 https://www.twitch.tv/tuez13 https://www.youtube.com/@HowardsCaveofWonder?sub_confirmation=1 https://www.twitch.tv/krdneyewitnessweathernow 36:40   #BeerBluesAndBs #Podcast #TripleBBSPodcast #Podcast #ComedyPodcast #BeerPodcast #Brews #Laughs #BrewsAndLaughs #podcast #tripleb #Comedy #Beer #Blues #Bs #PodcastFails #LiquidDeath #CraftBeer #CiderReview #TreadmillChallenge #BluesTraveler #ConcertVlog #RoadTripFails #Yuengling #PinkTreadmill #CraftBeer #IowaState #BismarckND #PodcastViral

Episode 284 of Beer, Blues, and BS delivers chaotic storm-chasing road trips, concert venue disasters, and pure midwest comedy! Howard Blues debuts a brand-new, bar-budget baby pink treadmill—a $20 discount buy that leaves the crew in stitches as he attempts a motorless incline walk on-air while crushing his 250-mile North Dakota fitness challenge. Meanwhile, Mark Kidder, Doc, and Rudeboy Kyle recount a wild concert road trip through "Hurricane Ames" down to Iowa, complete with blackout-level power outages, $17 sushi bento boxes, $25 golf-course parking, and a bizarre 6-minute rant from the lead singer of Blues Traveler about 1970s wine and Quaaludes. On Tap This Episode: Derek Torgerson: Yuengling Black & Tan Rudeboy Kyle: Bismarck Distillery Huckleberry Lemonade Doc: Kirkland Signature Prosecco Superior (Celebration Toast!). Mark Kidder: Big Grove County Fair Lemon Ale Howard Blues: Better Boombucha "Morning Glory" Kombucha Recorded: 9.18.26 0:00 – Intro 2:43 – What’s on Tap 18:38 – Road Trip Recap 47:51 – Champipple Rant 1:00:42 – Cheap Plugs 1:04:15 – Final Thoughts https://streamlabs.com/beerbluesbs https://beerbluesbs.podbean.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@BeerBluesBS?sub_confirmation=1 https://open.spotify.com/show/1pnho1ZzuGgThbLpXbAs3t https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2Unmhz98iRYU97l18uJp99 https://www.twitch.tv/tuez13 https://www.youtube.com/@HowardsCaveofWonder?sub_confirmation=1 https://www.twitch.tv/krdneyewitnessweathernow 2:30   #BeerBluesAndBs #Podcast #TripleBBSPodcast #Podcast #ComedyPodcast #BeerPodcast #Brews #Laughs #BrewsAndLaughs #podcast #tripleb #Comedy #Beer #Blues #Bs #PodcastFails #LiquidDeath #CraftBeer #CiderReview #TreadmillChallenge #BluesTraveler #ConcertVlog #RoadTripFails #Yuengling #PinkTreadmill #CraftBeer #IowaState #BismarckND #PodcastViral

Episode 283 of Beer, Blues, and BS delivers chaotic energy, epic taste test fails, and total treadmill destruction! Howard Blues takes the 250-mile walking challenge to the absolute limit—literally burning out his treadmill on-air with sparks and smoke after crushing over 20,000 steps. Meanwhile, metal band veteran Mike Tango drops in to talk MySpace nostalgia, viral TikTok marketing, and modern content creation. Over at the bar, the guys hit a mind-blowing milestone: crossing 1,700 total beverages reviewed on the show! But Episode 283 brings pure craft roulette. Brother Niko faces down Liquid Death’s bizarre Peanut Butter Cup and Cinnamon Roll iced teas, Doc tackles a "downright nasty" flat watermelon vodka cocktail, LCL Geek scores a near-perfect 4.9 rating with a nostalgic Clearly Canadian, and JS brings the heat with a mango habanero hard cider. Plus, the crew digs into 2012 radio origins, early Facebook .edu elitism, and a genius DIY project turning vintage farm hubcaps into custom clocks. On Tap This Episode: Brother Niko: Liquid Death Peanut Butter Cup Water & Cinnamon Roll Iced Tea. Doc: Bismarck Distillery Apple Pie Vodka & Carbless Watermelon Cocktail. JS: Blake's Mango Habanero Hard Cider & 2 Ton Pacific Pineapple Cider. LCL Geek: Lazy Magnolia Southern Pecan & Clearly Canadian Orchard Peach. Mike Tango: Jumex Guava Nectar & Monster Ultra Zero. Mark Kidder: Sapporo Dark Lager (5% ABV). Howard Blues: Live Organic Juicy Grape Soda. Recorded: 9.4.26 0:00 – Intro  2:21 – What’s on Tap? 24:32 – The Beer Draft 28:10 – Who is Mike Tango 34:08 – Old Social Media 36:32 – How Did Kidder Meet Tango 38:34 – What’s on Tap? Round 2 55:19 – Howard’s Walking 59:07 – Random Banter 1:05:15 – Cheap Plugs 1:06:39 – Final Thoughts https://streamlabs.com/beerbluesbs https://beerbluesbs.podbean.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@BeerBluesBS?sub_confirmation=1 https://open.spotify.com/show/1pnho1ZzuGgThbLpXbAs3t https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2Unmhz98iRYU97l18uJp99 https://www.twitch.tv/tuez13 https://www.youtube.com/@HowardsCaveofWonder?sub_confirmation=1 https://www.twitch.tv/krdneyewitnessweathernow 12:50 #BeerBluesAndBs #Podcast #TripleBBSPodcast #Podcast #ComedyPodcast #BeerPodcast #Brews #Laughs #BrewsAndLaughs #podcast #tripleb #Comedy #Beer #Blues #Bs #PodcastFails #LiquidDeath #CraftBeer #CiderReview #TreadmillChallenge #MySpace #PodcastViral #BismarckND #ContentCreator

Episode 282 of Beer, Blues, and BS delivers ultramarathon ambitions, college ghost documentaries, and hilarious retro media throwbacks! Howard Blues kicks off September by announcing a 250-mile walking treadmill challenge over two months, paving the way for a nostalgia-heavy deep dive into past creative projects. The crew uncovers the lore of "Undarh"—a massive green monster mascot from their college residence hall days—and recalls their UND campus ghost stories documentary, including a late-night research trip to the Chester Fritz Library's notorious "ghost file." Over at the bar, the taste tests cover everything from Doc’s sweet Jack Daniel's Blackberry and ginger ale twist to Mark Kidder’s imported Korean pear ale with a bizarre label translation. Plus, Brother Niko joins with a mason jar of Lincoln tap water, LCL Geek brings an oversized 3D-printed Lego man, JS drinks shop-machine filtered water, and the team officially welcomes new guest Mike Tango (aka "Metal Thrasher") to the mix. Finally, Mark shares highlights from his 3-hour live storm-tracking stint filling in at Hutch’s Weather, and Doc breaks news on guest-conducting the spring Allstate Choir in North Dakota! On Tap This Episode: Rudeboy Kyle: Berry Drip Drop Hydration Stick. Brother Niko: Lincoln, Nebraska Tap Water (with Fluoride & Chlorine). LCL Geek: Title Town Brewing’s Johnny Blood Red Ale. JS: Shop-Filtered Machine Water. Doc: Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Blackberry & Ginger Ale (Round 1) | Baileys Vanilla Mint Shake (17% ABV) (Round 2). Mark Kidder: Imported Korean Pear Ale & Bud Light (Folds of Honor). Howard Blues: Blackberry Probiotic Kombucha & A Zero-Sugar Pickle Juice Shot.   Recorded: 9.4.26 0:00 – Intro 2:47 – What’s on Tap? 21:59 – Hutch’s Weather 25:41 – Doc in North Dakota 28:10 – The Lore of UNDarh 32:53 – UND Ghost File 36:53 – Film Projects and Com Classes 46:10 – What’s on Tap? Round 2 54:37 – Enter the Metal Thrasher 56:50 – Cheap Plugs 59:39 – Final Thoughts   https://streamlabs.com/beerbluesbs https://beerbluesbs.podbean.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@BeerBluesBS?sub_confirmation=1 https://open.spotify.com/show/1pnho1ZzuGgThbLpXbAs3t https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2Unmhz98iRYU97l18uJp99 https://www.twitch.tv/tuez13 https://www.youtube.com/@HowardsCaveofWonder?sub_confirmation=1 https://www.twitch.tv/krdneyewitnessweathernow 1:15:03 #BeerBluesAndBs #Podcast #TripleBBSPodcast #Podcast #ComedyPodcast #BeerPodcast #Brews #Laughs #BrewsAndLaughs #podcast #tripleb #Comedy #Beer #Blues #Bs #GhostStories #CollegeLore #Ultramarathon #JackDanielsBlackberry #CraftBeer #UND #NorthDakota #BismarckND #PodcastLife

Episode 281 of Beer, Blues, and BS delivers spicy kitchen payback, high-tech Vegas news, and an abrupt system crash you won't want to miss! Howard Blues recounts a legendary story about how nuclear-level jalapeño poppers became his ultimate weapon against a freeloading housemate—sparking a fierce debate on spice limits and JS's upcoming batch of homemade salsa. At the bar, the reviews hit extreme highs and rock-bottom lows. Doc scores big with a high-gravity canned cocktail, while Mark Kidder faces a "No Frills" pilsner so bad it leaves an immediate coating on his tongue. Plus, the guys react to the sudden closing announcement of a major Vegas production at the Wynn, spot local landmarks in American Truck Simulator, and get hit with a forced Windows update right as the episode wraps up. On Tap This Episode: Doc: 503 Cocktails Vodka Cranberry Crush (11% ABV). JS: Blake's Classic Apple Cider & Peach Party Hard Cider. Mark Kidder: Schell’s "No Frills Pils" Howard Blues: Live Dr. Cherry Berry Pre & Postbiotic Soda.   Recorded: 8.21.26 0:00 – Intro 2:21 – What’s on Tap? 20:40 – Spicy Cookies 23:57 – The Love of Spice 35:37 – What’s on Tap? Round 2 43:18 – Awakening 47:21 – RIP Hayden 51:44 – Push Bumpers 54:25 – Howard’s Memory 56:44 – Flashing Lights 1:03:38 – Cheap Plugs 1:07:55 – Final Thoughts   https://streamlabs.com/beerbluesbs https://beerbluesbs.podbean.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@BeerBluesBS?sub_confirmation=1 https://open.spotify.com/show/1pnho1ZzuGgThbLpXbAs3t https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2Unmhz98iRYU97l18uJp99 https://www.twitch.tv/tuez13 https://www.youtube.com/@HowardsCaveofWonder?sub_confirmation=1 https://www.twitch.tv/krdneyewitnessweathernow 09:21 #BeerBluesAndBs #Podcast #TripleBBSPodcast #Podcast #ComedyPodcast #BeerPodcast #Brews #Laughs #BrewsAndLaughs #podcast #tripleb #Comedy #Beer #Blues #Bs #SpiceTolerance #CraftCider #NoFrillsPils #VegasAwakening #FlashingLights #SpicySalsa #AmericanTruckSimulator #BismarckND #PodcastLife