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Beer In Front

Dave Zalatoris

Booking Overview

A beer-focused show that mixes solo tastings and industry coverage with interviews featuring brewery founders, brewers, and craft-beer organization representatives. PR agencies could pitch brewery leaders, experienced brewers, and knowledgeable voices on beer styles, brewing, and the craft-beer industry; booking appears relatively accessible for relevant professionals.

Metrics

Episodes: 295

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 4.9/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Gender skew: Male

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 401 subscribers

Instagram: 1.7k followers

Page updated: Nov 4, 2026 · How we check this data

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

dave@beerinfront.com

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Host

Dave Zalatoris - Chicago-based beer enthusiast covering classic and contemporary beers, breweries, and the craft-beer scene.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

low
Typical Credentials:  
Brewery founders, brewing professionals, and craft-beer organization representatives with practical experience and relevant expertise.
Required Achievements:  
Founded or helped build a brewery, Developed or produced distinctive beers, Held a brewing or craft-beer industry leadership role

Recent Guest Discussions

Trevor Rose-Hamblin - The Festival Of Wood & Barrel-aged Beers, Barrel-aged Beer, Festival Programming, And The Role Of The Illinois Craft Brewers Guild.

Trevor Rose-Hamblin - Chicago Water, Brewing Water Chemistry, Mineral Profiles, And Homebrewing.

Cesar Marron - Building Sketchbook Brewing, Its Growth And Sustainability Practices, And Its Beers.

Marcy Larson - Founding And Growing Alaskan Brewing, Its Beers And Brewing Methods, And Operating An Independent Brewery In Juneau.

Geoff Larson - Founding And Growing Alaskan Brewing, Its Beers And Brewing Methods, And Operating An Independent Brewery In Juneau.

Recent Topics

Food And Drink, Craft Beer, Brewing, Breweries, Beer Festivals

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Beer In Front
:

More Than A Number - Talking IBU's with Walnut River Brewing

October 27, 2026

IBUs Explained: What Beer’s Bitterness Number Really Tells YouYou’re looking at a beer menu. One beer has 25 IBUs, another has 65, and you’re already deciding which one you’ll like. But how much does that number actually tell you? This week on Beer In Front, I’m joined by BJ Hunt and Rick Gehring from Walnut River Brewing in El Dorado, Kansas, to talk about International Bitterness Units and why two beers with similar IBUs can taste completely different.We get into what happens when brewers a...

Peggy Is Pissed! Making Sense Of The THC Laws

October 20, 2026

THC drinks found a spot in the beer cooler. Now everyone’s wondering how long they’ll stay there.This week on Beer In Front, I dig into the changing rules surrounding hemp-derived THC beverages and what’s at stake for breweries, bottle shops, and the people buying them. From Illinois’ looming restrictions to Square’s payment cutoff, the uncertainty is hitting small businesses right where it hurts.We’re talking:Why THC seltzers became a lifeline for some craft breweries.The scramble to move in...

Festival Of Wood And Barrel Aged Beer

October 13, 2026

It’s FoBAB season!Trevor Rose-Hamblin from Old Irving Brewing and the Illinois Craft Brewers Guild joins me to preview the Festival of Wood & Barrel-Aged Beers and talk about what makes this Chicago tradition special.We get into the time, work, and risk behind barrel-aged beer, why balance matters, and why you should explore beyond the big stouts. Trevor also shares details about the new Green Room experience, including opportunities to meet brewers and taste special bottles from their ce...

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Frequently asked questions

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How do I get in touch with Beer In Front?

Beer In Front is hosted by Dave Zalatoris. Its publicly listed email is dave@beerinfront.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Beer In Front?

The publicly listed email for Beer In Front: dave@beerinfront.com.

How many listeners does Beer In Front have?

Podseeker estimates Beer In Front reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Beer In Front?

Beer In Front typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Brewery founders, brewing professionals, and craft-beer organization representatives with practical experience and relevant expertise. Common among recent guests: Founded or helped build a brewery; Developed or produced distinctive beers; Held a brewing or craft-beer industry leadership role. Recent guests include Trevor Rose-Hamblin, Trevor Rose-Hamblin, and Cesar Marron.

How hard is it to get booked on Beer In Front?

Low. A guest with relevant expertise and a clear angle for its audience has a realistic chance.

What topics does Beer In Front cover?

Recent episodes cover Food And Drink, Craft Beer, Brewing, Breweries, and Beer Festivals. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

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