Best RAMPS ON THE MOON Podcasts (2025)

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Ep 10: Amy Trigg, actor, writer and Olivier Awards winner joins the conversation 49:49

11d ago49:49

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Michèle Taylor talks to Amy Trigg, actor, writer and comedian, as well as Olivier Awards Winner in 2024 for Best Actress in a Supporting Role in a Musical for 'The Little Big Things'. Amy talks about how representation has improved greatly on the screen over the last few years - and that she is now auditioning for roles that are not specifically fo…

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Ep 9: Zak Ford-Williams, screen and stage actor (Bridgerton,The Hardacres) 50:41

25d ago50:41

50:41

Michèle talks to Zak Ford-Williams, screen and stage actor in Bridgerton (Lord Remington), The Hardacres (Harry Hardacre), Wolfe (Tyler) and The Real and Imagined History of the Elephant Man (Joseph Merrick). Zak knew he wanted to act at six years old, after seeing George’s Marvellous Medicine. Though he didn’t initially identify himself as disable…

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Episode 84 - Reliving Totality Under a Crimson Moon 1:15:26

1M ago1:15:26

1:15:26

On this episode of Eclipse on Tap, we reminisce the 2024 total solar eclipse after elapsing the 1 year anniversary while discussing the recent total lunar eclipse. We provide podcast updates from celebrating a big wedding to launching a go kart racing team. Give us a follow on our social media pages at @eclipseontap [Episode recorded live from Pub …

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Episode 83 - When Science Meets Spectacle: Decoding the 2024 Solar Eclipse (feat. Dr. Gordon Telepun) 1:39:10

3M ago1:39:10

1:39:10

On this special episode of Eclipse on Tap, eclipse expert Dr. Gordon Telepun joins us to analyze data he collected during the 2024 total solar eclipse. From weather patterns to the biochemistry of your eye to the temperature changes and beyond, Dr. Telepun breaks down complex data in an incredibly digestible way. Note: this episode is best viewed a…

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Episode 82 - BOGO Heavy Lift Rocket Launches! 1:39:00

4M ago1:39:00

1:39:00

On this episode of Eclipse on Tap, discuss both the Blue Origin New Glenn and SpaceX Starship launches occurring on the same day, hype up the March 2025 total lunar eclipse, and revisit the infamous "Tic-Tac" UFO's. Available now on your favorite podcast platforms. Give us a follow on our social media pages at @eclipseontap [Episode recorded live f…

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Episode 81 - The Year of the Eclipse Comes to a Close 1:21:41

5M ago1:21:41

1:21:41

On this episode of Eclipse on Tap, we reflect on what was a wonderful 2024. We reminisce the eclipse event in April, look forward to 2025, and mix in some space news & cycling discussion, too. Available now on your favorite podcast platforms. Give us a follow on our social media pages at @eclipseontap [Episode recorded live from Pub 39A on 12/12/24…

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Episode 80 - Catching a Twenty Story Building in Midair 1:24:19

6M ago1:24:19

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On this episode, we kick things off by sampling our 2024 collaboration brew produced with Speciation Artisan Ales and Underberg: UnderBru! The event was a great success and we enjoy reminiscing while discussing the ale. We transition discussion to SpaceX's incredible test flight number 5 of its massive Starship rocket. In the second half, we talk c…

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Episode 79 - Zero Gravity, Zero Laundry: Life on the ISS 1:29:10

8M ago1:29:10

1:29:10

On this episode of Eclipse on Tap, we kick things off with a shout out to our upcoming collaboration event with Underberg and Speciation Artisan Ales: the 2024 UnderBru release! The event will take place on 9/28/24 from 12-6PM at Speciation Ales on Wealthy St in Grand Rapids, so be there! We discuss the stranded astronauts on the ISS and their pote…

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Episode 78 - Grattan Winds Down & Starship Ramps Up 1:21:20

9M ago1:21:20

1:21:20

On this episode of Eclipse on Tap, we kick off with discussion surrounding the Grattan Race Series and David's recent stage win! In the second half we transition conversation to SpaceX's next Starship test launch where they will attempt to "catch" the booster within the chopstick-like arms of the gantry. Available now on your favorite podcast platf…

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Episode 77 - All Trails Lead to the Eclipse (feat. Don Lee & Bryan Obermeyer) 1:32:44

11M ago1:32:44

1:32:44

On this episode of Eclipse on Tap, we welcome first time guest, Don Lee to Pub 39A Studios and welcome back Bryan Oberymeyer to discuss their 2024 totality experience in Ohio. From seeking out mountain bike trails in advance, to finding the perfect spot for viewing totality, their stories provide great conversation on Episode 77. Available now on y…

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Episode 76 - Post Totality Life 1:30:14

1y ago1:30:14

1:30:14

On this episode of Eclipse on Tap, we kick things off with a recap of the northern lights that were visible in much of the United States earlier in the month and share updates with how this year's Grattan Race Series is going. In the second half, we discuss the 30th anniversary of the 1994 UFO sighting in West Michigan and go down the rabbit hole o…

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Episode 75 - Totality was Reality! (live from the RV) 45:52

1y ago45:52

45:52

Today we witnessed totality 2024. New Castle, IN provided us with the most perfect day we could have ever imagined! What an incredible day it was.Available now on your favorite podcast platforms. Give us a follow on our social media pages at @eclipseontap [Episode recorded live from our RV in New Castle, IN on 4/8/24. Produced by Matt Deighton]…

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Episode 74 - Eve of Totality (live from the RV) 35:34

1y ago35:34

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It’s the eve of totality, folks!Available now on your favorite podcast platforms. Give us a follow on our social media pages at @eclipseontap [Episode recorded live from our RV in New Castle, IN on 4/7/24. Produced by Matt Deighton]By Pub 39A Studios

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Episode 73 - Totality Tour Begins (live from Speciation Artisan Ales) 1:10:56

1y ago1:10:56

1:10:56

On this special episode of Eclipse on Tap, we record live from the Totality Tour event at Speciation Artisan Ales in Grand Rapids, MI. The event kicked off the upcoming total solar eclipse and featured a beer release called "Totality Tour" brewed by Speciation Artisan Ales in collaboration with Eclipse on Tap! We feature several guests and capture …

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Episode 72 - Two Weeks Until Totality 1:10:26

1y ago1:10:26

1:10:26

On this episode of Eclipse on Tap, we bring the hype! Solar eclipse totality is approximately two weeks out and we can't believe it's already here. We discuss our eclipse kick off event featuring the release of "Totality Tour" ale with our friends at Speciation Ales. The event takes place on 4/4 at Speciation and we hope to see you there!In the sec…

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Episode 71 - Totality Chase in a Mobile Base (feat. Bryan Obermeyer) 1:03:21

1+ y ago1:03:21

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On this episode, we welcome back a special guest to the podcast: Bryan Obermeyer, organizer of the Grattan Race Series and Eclipse on Tap cycling team's Director Sportif. The Grattan Race Series is entering its 44th year this May of bringing premier exhibition road racing to west Michigan at Grattan Raceway in Grattan Twp, MI.In the first half, we …

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Episode 70 - A Delta Flight to the Sun 1:32:07

1+ y ago1:32:07

1:32:07

On this episode, we bring on special guest, RaceChaserDad and celebrate his retirement from work and learn about what he has planned in the near future. We recap the recent 2nd launch of SpaceX's Starship rocket and as always, bring you up to speed on the latest alien happenings. In the 2nd half, we begin planning out our 2024 total solar eclipse e…

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Episode 69 - Iceman Review, Ecliptic's Final Pub Brew, & Apollo Legends' Adieu 1:11:01

1+ y ago1:11:01

1:11:01

On this episode, we kick things off with well wishes to our great friends at Ecliptic Brewing, who served up the last pints at their brewpub in November. We continue discussion with a review of team Eclipse on Tap's end-of-season mountain bike race, Iceman. In the second half, we pay our respects to the late Apollo-era legends, Frank Borman & Ken M…

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Episode 68 - Underbru Sips with an Annular Eclipse 1:20:21

1+ y ago1:20:21

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On this episode of Eclipse on Tap, we review our recent Underground-Man mountain biking event and dive into the Underbru release party! Underbru is our official collaboration beer with Speciation Ales and Underberg. In the second half, we discuss a recent trip to Texas for the annular eclipse!Available now on your favorite podcast platforms. Give u…

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Episode 67 - UnderBru Reality & Alien Mummy Fallacy (feat. Jeremy Schumann) 1:21:22

1+ y ago1:21:22

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On this episode of Eclipse on Tap, we welcome our good friend and cycling teammate, Jeremy Schumann to the podcast! We kick things off with the reveal of our special collaboration project with Speciation Artisan Ales and Underberg: UnderBru! UnderBru is a beer brewed with some of Underberg's most classic herbs and will release on 9/29 at Speciation…

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Episode 66 - Aliens and Underbergs 1:29:08

2y ago1:29:08

1:29:08

On this epsiode of Eclipse on Tap, we kick things off with a big announcement: Underberg is now the title sponsor of the podcast and cycling team! We are absolutely thrilled and can't wait to step up for the brand in a big way in the upcoming year. We continued our spirited discussion with topical chat surrounding the congressional hearing on UAVs,…

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Ep 8: Making a meaningful evaluation of the Ramps on the Moon project 40:08

2y ago40:08

40:08

Clare Hammerton carried out the independent evaluation for the Ramps on the Moon consortium. In this episode, Michèle asks her about the challenges of evaluation (especially in a multi-partner project) as well as talking about why it’s so important and powerful. Clare puts the Ramps evaluation into the wider context of her work around empowerment a…

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EP 7: The important impact of having an AGENT FOR CHANGE in your theatre 47:28

2y ago47:28

47:28

Ben Wilson and Aisling Gallagher have been Ramps on the Moon Agents for Change at Sheffield and Theatre Royal Stratford East respectively. They are both also independent theatre-makers. They give us a fascinating insight into what an Agent for Change does - and doesn’t do - to support organisational transformation, why being annoying, and why they …

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Episode 65 - Happy Birthday, James Webb! 1:25:00

2y ago1:25:00

1:25:00

On this episode of Eclipse on Tap we tease our upcoming project with our friends at Speciation Ales and celebrate the one year anniversary of the James Webb Space Telescope’s journey in space. After our #BergBreak presented by Underberg, we transition into topical discussion surrounding the recent tragic loss of the Titan submarine and wrap with up…

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EP 6: Throwing down the gauntlet on Access with David Bellwood, Head of Access at The National Theatre 41:01

2y ago41:01

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Michèle talks to David Bellwood - Head of Access at The National Theatre Michèle and David discuss rigour around language and what it means for David to be a non-disabled person working in the area of ‘access’. David throws down the gauntlet: can he and Michèle find a word that can usefully replace ‘access’ by the end of the episode? They explore v…

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Episode 64 - Embrace the Eclipse Experience (feat. Dr. Gordon Telepun) 1:17:14

2y ago1:17:14

1:17:14

On this episode of Eclipse on Tap, we unveil our new Underberg x Eclipse on Tap team tent and dive into the latest updates from the Grattan Race Series, the world's longest cycling grand tour. We'll also share highlights of David and Matt's recent River Bank Run and explore SpaceX's plans for enhancing their Starship launchpad. In the second half, …

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EP 5: Producing an accessible show with Eleanor Lang and Sean Brooks from Theatre Royal Stratford East 40:35

2y ago40:35

40:35

Eleanor Lang and Sean Brooks are from Theatre Royal Stratford East. Eleanor is Executive Director and Sean is Deputy Producer and a freelance producer. Michèle asks the 64 million dollar question, “What is a Producer, anyway?” and gets a great answer in which Eleanor and Sean unpack the process. They discuss the growing recognition in the industry …

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EP 4: Anti-ableism activism with Andrew Miller MBE, UK Arts Access Champion 43:56

2y ago43:56

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Amongst other things, Andrew Miller is the UK Arts Access Champion and a broadcaster and cultural consultant and commentator with an impressive CV. In this episode, Michèle asks Andrew about his career so far, and the ‘accidents and disappointments’ that got him to where he is now. Andrew talks about the moments of change that he’s been a part of, …

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Episode 63 - The Countdown Begins: One Year Out 1:32:26

2y ago1:32:26

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On this epsiode of Eclipse on Tap we kick things off discussing plans for the April 8th, 2024 total solar eclipse now that we are less than one year out until the big event! Later, we share updates from from our start-of-season cycling race: Barry Roubaix and tease plans for this years upcoming Grattan Race Series. We wrap with discussion surroundi…

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Episode 62 - Space Launch Witness 1:23:46

2y ago1:23:46

1:23:46

On this episode of Eclipse on Tap, we hear the story of Nathan's rocket launch experiences from his recent trip to the Space Coast in Florida. We discuss future plans to attend adult space academy and speculate on the SpaceX Starship's first orbital launch date. In the second half, we discuss the alien ways of planet Earth's insect order. All this …

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EP 3: Making Work - The Artistic Side with Amy Leach, Deputy Artistic Director of Leeds Playhouse 44:20

2y ago44:20

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Disability equality leader, Michèle Taylor invites Amy Leach, Deputy Artistic Director at Leeds Playhouse to talk about her work as a director and how her approach has grown as a result of working with disabled and deaf performers. Amy talks about ‘packing on the muscle’ as a director, goosebumps moments, the team you might expect to find in a Ramp…

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EP 2: How do you start making it happen? With Dan Bates, former Chief Executive of Sheffield Theatres 40:05

2y ago40:05

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Disability equality expert, Michèle Taylor, talks to Dan Bates, former chief executive of The Crucible, Sheffield Playhouse and the Sheffield Lyceum.... asking him how he started to make it happen as a Ramps on the Moon partner. excited to be a part of Ramps on the Moon, the irony of scheduling the first Ramps meeting in a room with all sorts of ac…

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EP1: Welcome to Ramps on the Moon - an introduction! With Sarah Holmes, co-founder of Ramps on the Moon 23:30

2y ago23:30

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Welcome to the Ramps on the Moon Podcast. In this first episode, disability equality expert, Michèle Taylor invites Sarah Holmes into the recording studio to talk about how Ramps first started; from conception in 2015 to present day. Meeting together for the first time in a London train station café they both knew something very positive and exciti…

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Episode 61 - Three Astronauts Without a Pot to Piss In 1:29:58

2+ y ago1:29:58

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On this episode of Eclipse on Tap, we kick things off with discussion surrounding the recent balloon sightings and transition into some topical space news. In the second half, we explore OpenAI's ChatGPT tool and speculate how artificial intelligence could affect the space industry. We end with a quick overview of Eclipse on Tap's newest cycling te…

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Episode 60 - Talking Cycling, CBD, and Space (feat. Jake Sitler of Endo Cafe) 1:28:59

2+ y ago1:28:59

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On this episode of Eclipse on Tap, we chat with Jake Sitler of Endo Cafe, a CBD velo cafe in Lanscaster, PA. We discuss cycling, cafe business, and space. In the second half, we announce our partners for 2023 and catch up on the latest space news. Be sure to give us a follow on our social media pages at @eclipseontap [Episode recorded live at Pub39…

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Episode 59 - Artemis Just Reset the Bar 1:13:56

2+ y ago1:13:56

1:13:56

On this episode, we kick things off by providing some recent updates to the Eclipse on Tap cycling team. We transition into spirited discussion surrounding the NASA Artemis 1 launch and SLS program. In the second half, we discuss the recent dearMoon Mission candidate reveal. Be sure to give us a follow on our social media pages at @eclipseontap and…

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Episode 58 - Iceman in Review, Will Artemis Pull Through? (feat. Rob Meendering) 1:29:38

2+ y ago1:29:38

1:29:38

On this episode of Eclipse on Tap, we welcome our good friend Rob Meendering to the show. Rob is a Grand Rapids based cycling photographer who shares an interest in space, cycling, and good beer. We discuss the recent Iceman Cometh mountain biking event, which closed out the 2022 season, and gain insight into Rob's viewpoint from behind the lens. I…

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Episode 57 - Asteroid Impacts & Underground-Man (feat. Bryan Obermeyer) 1:44:38

2+ y ago1:44:38

1:44:38

On this episode of Eclipse on Tap we talk space, beer, and cycling with Bryan Obermeyer. Bryan has been a longtime fixture of the Grand Rapids cycling community and organizes the annual Grattan Race Series: cycling's longest grand tour. We had a blast chatting about this season's exciting finale and transitioned into discussion surrounding NASA's r…

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Episode 56 - James Webb's First Images & Artemis' Maiden Voyage 1:31:52

3y ago1:31:52

1:31:52

On this episode of Eclipse on Tap we catch up after a short summer hiatus filled with plenty of trips and great experiences. We cover the first full images produced by the amazing James Webb Space Telescope and marvel at its capabilities. In the 2nd half, following a #BergBreak, we discuss updates to NASA's Artemis 1 project, which is set to launch…

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Episode 55 - Captain Planet Rising 1:23:10

3y ago1:23:10

1:23:10

On this episode of Eclipse on Tap we share our experiences from Speciation Ales' Summer Solstice event in mid-June. Great times with friends, fantastic food from One Stop Coney, and awesome beers. We transition into discussion surrounding SpaceX's sustainability and how they have truly set the bar for all other space programs. We take our #BergBrea…

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Episode 54 - Uranus is Getting a Probe 1:29:09

3y ago1:29:09

1:29:09

On this episode of Eclipse on Tap, we discuss a plethora of space news including the recent results of the Planetary Science Decadal Survey: a report of planetary scientists' requests for NASA's funding. In this particular edition, Uranus was marked highest priority and plans to send an orbiter and probe are in the works! We also share the news of …

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Episode 53 - Apollo-Era Relics Deserve Better 1:35:54

3y ago1:35:54

1:35:54

On this episode of Eclipse on Tap, we are grateful to sample four different Ecliptic Brewing beers, including a very special edition 'Batch 5000' in honor of the space-themed brewery's 5000th batch of beer. We discuss the recent, and unfortunate, demolition of an Apollo-era Saturn IB booster and segway into discussion surrounding the recent drop of…

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Episode 52 - The Tale of Two 'Berg Breaks (feat. Mitch & Ward of Speciation Artisan Ales) 1:22:22

3+ y ago1:22:22

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On this episode of Eclipse on Tap, we record alongside Mitch and Ward from Speciation Artisan Ales on-site at the taproom! It was a blast sitting down to hear about their recent 5 year anniversary party, talk about space news, ponder about aliens, and drink some fantastic Speciation beers. Oh, and don't forget Underberg! Be sure to give us a follow…

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Episode 51 - Humanity's Eye to the Origins of Our Universe 1:19:43

3+ y ago1:19:43

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On this episode of Eclipse On Tap, we discuss the recent launch & journey of the James Webb Space Telescope while sipping on a few delicious Ecliptic Brewing Beers. In the second half, we discuss our 2022 goals for the podcast and cycling team. We also introduce our new planet trivia game: Captain Planet. Be sure to give us a follow on our social m…

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Episode 49 - There's More Gravity When Running 1:12:55

3+ y ago1:12:55

1:12:55

On this episode of Eclipse On Tap, we recap our busy month of October featuring a successful Underground-Man, a half-marathon, and some new partnerships built. We are so excited to announce our partnerships with Underberg and Endo Cafe for this upcoming year and beyond! In the second half, we bring on Julia and Lindsey for further discussion surrou…

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Episode 48 - Eve of Underground-Man 1:38:12

3+ y ago1:38:12

1:38:12

On this episode, we discuss our upcoming annual mountain biking event: UNDERGROUND-MAN which takes place on 10/2/2021 at 12:00PM. We transition into space news headlined mainly by the Inspiration 4 launch. In the second half, we chat about the state of VR and how it could bring people closer to Space than ever before. All this while sipping on thre…

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Episode 47 - Round Trip Ticket to the Edge of the Earth (feat. Julia & Lindsey) 1:28:58

3+ y ago1:28:58

1:28:58

On this episode of Eclipse On Tap, we mix it up and host at co-host Nathan's pub, Bob Ross' Canvas, over dinner with the crew including Julia and Lindsey. We provide an update to the EOT cycling team and sample several space beers. In the second half we discuss the current state of space tourism and ponder how soon it will be available to the masse…

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Episode 46 - Colonel, You Better Take a Look at this Radar 1:14:57

4y ago1:14:57

1:14:57

On this episode of Eclipse On Tap we discuss the recent spike in space tourism interest as Jeff Bezos and Richard Branson both launched aboard their respective crafts. We also provide updates on the Tour de Grattan, the world's longest cycling grand tour. In the second half we get excited about our upcoming trip to Michigan International Speedway f…

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Episode 45 - Brewing Beer on the Way to Mars (feat. John Harris of Ecliptic Brewing) 1:43:24

4y ago1:43:24

1:43:24

On this episode of Eclipse On Tap, we welcome back John Harris, Owner/Brewmaster at Ecliptic Brewing in Portland, OR to the podcast! In the first half with John, we discuss his recent 5000th batch at Ecliptic Brewing, the upcoming opening of their second location, telescopes, beer, and aliens. In the second half we chat about the recent annular ecl…

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Episode 44 - Spirit Animal 1:30:42

4y ago1:30:42

1:30:42

On this episode of Eclipse On Tap, we kicks things off we yet another fantastic sampling of Ecliptic Brewing beer! This time it was a blackberry and meyer lemon ale brewed with fellow Portlandians, Von Ebert Brewing. Cheers! We segway into the sad news of Michael Collins passing. The Apollo 11 astronaut will forever be remembered for his heroics on…

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