Suspended Terror
After a two-week hiatus, Greg and Josh kick off 2026 with spilled beer and an uninvited guest (Ruby the Golden Retriever). This hour-plus deep dive covers everything from the shrinking St. Louis craft beer scene and local tornado recovery to the 1986 pop culture peaks and the final verdict on the Stranger Things finale.
What’s on Tap
The Beer: No Problem IPA – Friendship Brewing Company. A 7.7% Hazy IPA that’s citrus-forward with major nostalgic “High C” vibes.
Industry News: A look at the closing of Minglewood (Cape Girardeau) and Friendship Brewing’s Wentzville location.
The Deep Dive: Discussing the Closed for Storm documentary (Jazzland/New Orleans) and the parallels to the ongoing recovery in St. Louis’s Delmar neighborhood.
The “Beta” Life
Suspended Terror: Josh recounts taking the nephews to the Union Station Rope Course. A bargain at $12.50, even if it feels like a near-death experience.
Snack Test: Premium Beef Jerky with Old Bay seasoning.
New Discoveries: Why we are suddenly into shuffleboard.
Pop Culture & Nostalgia
1986 Rewind: Reminiscing about Ferris Bueller’s Day Off and the release of the Beastie Boys’ License to Ill.
Stranger Things: Did the Duffer Brothers stick the landing? We break down the series finale and the strategic holiday release.
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Hosts: Greg & Josh
Topic: Life, Tech, and the 80s/90s nostalgia that keeps us updated.
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