In this episode of the Doc & Jacques radio variety show, hosts Dr. GiGi Reed and Jacques Kepner talk with John Zimmerman, president of the St. George Reef Lighthouse Preservation Society, and Russell Smithson, brand manager at Port O’Pints brewery. They discuss the historical significance and preservation efforts of the St. George Reef Lighthouse, highlighting its construction in 1892 and the ongoing fundraising initiatives to restore it. The conversation then shifts to Port O’Pint, a local brewery known for its diverse craft beer offerings and community engagement, including participation in events like the One King Music Festival. They explore brewing techniques, emphasizing the importance of water quality, fermentation processes, and the craft beer movement’s local focus in America, which mirrors European beer culture.

Hosts: GiGi “Doc” Reed MD, Jacques Kepner; Producers: GiGi “Doc” Reed MD, Jacques Kepner

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