Michael Donaldson
Another high-profile craft brewery closes down
Deep Creek Brewing the third high-profile New Zealand craft brewery to close this year. Michael Donaldson is the publisher and editor of Pursuit of Hoppiness, an online news site for all things beer… Audio
Another high-profile craft brewery closes down
Deep Creek Brewing the third high-profile New Zealand craft brewery to close this year. Michael Donaldson is the publisher and editor of Pursuit of Hoppiness, an online news site for all things beer… Audio
The Week in Detail: From craft beer to Barbie
The Detail podcast brings you the issues behind the news every weekday. Here's what we covered this week. Audio
Tough times brewing for the craft beer industry
They say beer is recession-proof, but two of the country's well-known craft breweries are facing an uncertain future. Audio
CO2 shortage puts stain on beer breweries
Beer prices will likely rise because of a shortage of CO2.
Currently there aren't any domestic carbon dioxide plants in operation, with the last remaining Kāpuni Point pausing operations before… Audio
The Week in Detail: GIB, farm emissions, and sick leave
The Detail podcast brings you the issues that matter every weekday. Here's what we covered this week. Audio
Sportswashing and the rebel LIV Golf tournament
Sportswashing presents a myriad of ethical dilemmas for players and fans alike - and the rebel LIV Golf tournament is just the latest example. Audio
New World Beer and Cider awards announced
If you have a taste for beer or cider, we are spoiled for choice in New Zealand. The New World Beer and Cider Awards have just been held. Author and beer writer and Chair of the judges, Michael… Audio
Beer with Michael Donaldson
Soba, the Society of Beer Advocates, recently voted on their favourite bars, restaurants, breweries and beers.. and it wasn't without controversy. Michael Donaldson talks beer politics with us! Audio
Drinks - Michael Donaldson
Beer expert Michael Donaldson tells us about judging the Brewers Guild Awards, and recommends some regional brews to try out. Audio
Beer Nation: Why NZ’ers love all things hop
If you're one of the many who struggles to know your IPAs from your IBUs or your pilsners from your porters, beer expert Michael Donaldson has done all the work for you. He's updated his… Audio
Brewing beer
Beer writer and all round expert, Michael Donaldson is here to answer your home brewing questions. Audio
Beer with Michael Donaldson
Michael Donaldson is author of "Beer Nation - the Art and Heart of Kiwi Beer". Audio
Beer Nation - The art and heart of Kiwi Beer
From the temperance movement to the vibrant and entrepreneurial trends of microbrewers today, beer is a big part of our culture and history. It makes up about 60% of the entire alcohol market. Michael… Audio