guest on ktla channel 5, los angeles

“Is Southern California’s craft beer industry fizzling?” hosted by David Lazarus

The Guardian: ‘Panic and rash decision-making’: ex-Bud Light staff on one of the biggest boycotts in US history

By Owen Myers, published September 19, 2023

kpbs roundtable

Guest on July 12, 2024 episode of KPBS Roundtable as part of a discussion about food and drink in San Diego. Other guest: Jackie Bryant, San Diego Magazine. Host: Andrew Bracken.

moderator for “How Beer media has evolved, where it’s going, and how breweries can use it”

Creator and moderator of the Chicago Brewseum virtual panel as part of the 2022 Beer Culture Summit. Panelists include Jeff Alworth, Courtney Iseman, and Tristan Chan.

Panel description:

Thirty years ago, beer media was a sparsely covered niche with a lot of beer reviews—and not much else. Today, it’s a global topic appearing regularly in dedicated magazine columns, numerous independent blogs, on the pages of social media influencers, and beyond.

This panel will touch on the history of beer media but will focus on its current role and look at the future that’s evolving right now. How can breweries leverage relationships with media to inform, educate, and promote their business, and what should they be doing in-house to control their narrative? How do beer writers seem themselves as part of the beer industry, and what are the expectations from both journalist and subject? How can journalists balance editorial work with advertorial work, and what are the rules of transparency from both sides? As print dwindles and media budgets shrink, where do we see the future of beer media going?

Moderator for “How to Equitably Report On Craft Beer”

Creator and moderator of the Chicago Brewseum virtual panel as part of the 2021 Beer Culture Summit. Panelists include Kate Bernot, Ale Sharpton, and Esther Tseng.

Panel description:

Recent social justice movements—like the one sparked by George Floyd’s murder, #MeToo, and the reckoning against sexism initiated by Brienne Allan—have irrevocably altered the role and expectations of media in the United States.

Beth Demmon moderates this discussion with Kate Bernot, Ale Sharpton, and Esther Tseng. The group will examine the role of media in covering sensitive topics and ongoing narratives within the craft beer industry. They’ll unpack the media's responsibilities, legal limitations, different ways to approach sources who may have been the victims of trauma, how to approach organizations who have been the center of controversies while balancing objectivity and opinion, and the delicate dance journalists must balance when reporting from within the communities they are a part of.

A Woman's Place Is in the Brewhouse: A Forgotten History of Alewives, Brewsters, Witches, and Ceos

Referenced in Tara Nurin’s book celebrating the accomplishments and historical significance of women in the beer industry.

1.) Page 110, Chapter 18, “The Image of the Journalist,” referenced by name.
2.) Page 136, Chapter 21, “Strange Brew,” article in Good Beer Hunting referenced on background.

visit california: how to hack san diego

On this episode of the California Now Podcast, host Soterios Johnson heads to the southwest corner of the state to conduct a deep dive with three San Diego County experts.

To start things off, Johnson chats with beer aficionado, journalist, and podcaster Beth Demmon. From hoppy, West Coast IPAs to rich stouts, Demmon explains why San Diego is known nationwide as the Capital of Craft. She also shares insights on favorite watering holes in Barrio Logan, National City, Oceanside, and beyond, with a few bonus tips on window shopping and ice cream parlors.

san diego brewers guild instagram live

Weekly web series of interviews with local breweries and beer influencers during COVID-19.

Outspoken Advocates for Diversity in Beer Enter 2020 Cautiously Optimistic

Named as a “leader in beer diversity” by CraftBeer.com on March 6, 2020.

cidercon 2020

Panelist on Side by Side: Beer, Wine, Spirits and Cider with 2020 Pommelier of the Year Ambrosia Borowski and Pat Knittel and moderated by Lauren Shepard from Shelton Bros.

“In its third year at CiderCon, this popular tasting explores new ways of talking about, thinking about and sharing cider. With the help of attendees in 2018 and 2019, we learned that tasting cider in the context of beer or wine helps us develop a new vocabulary and a new way of thinking about what makes cider so diverse. This year, we will curate new side-by-side tastings using the experience of years past. We will spend a little more time on each pairing, have a small and diverse group of panelists to share their reactions and open up the discussion to the group for additional insight. We’ll taste several diverse ciders, each one paired with a different drink (or two) with which it shares flavors or production techniques and see what new language comes of thinking about cider flavors, and the stories behind them, in a dynamic way.”

cidercon 2024

Moderator for “Across the Divide: Connecting with Consumers Beyond Cider” with Matt Tanaka (Stout Collective), Caitlin Braam (Yonder Cider), Sara Sherrer (Graft Cidery), and Matt Swihart (Double Mountain Brewery")

“Cider has enormous potential to grow as an industry, but has yet to capture more than a fraction of American drinkers. How can cider makers appeal to curious consumers coming from other categories like wine and beer, while still promoting cider as a worthy beverage in its own right? What sort of messaging helps attract new customers as well as keep them? In this panel discussion, makers and marketers will reveal what’s worked for them, what hasn’t, and how to educate future consumers to help cider realize its full promise.”

tap into knowledge panel: Tap Into Knowledge: Judging Competitions & On-Going Sensory

As beverage competitions start ramping up, this Tap Into Knowledge sessions will shine a light on all the aspects leading up to the award ceremony. A curated panel of experts will guide us through how competitions are executed, the path on how you yourself can take to becoming a judge of beer, cider and mead plus on-going sensory opportunities to stay sharp. This is a session open to all - from enthusiasts to professionals!

On the panel:

Moderator: Tom Nickel, Co-founder of Nickel Beer Co and O' Brien's Pub, Competition Organizer of the San Diego International Beer Festival

Beer Panelist: Anthony Chen, Head Brewer and Cellar Manager of AleSmith Brewing, Master - ranked BJCP Beer Judge

Cider Panelist: Beth Demmon, freelance writer and author of The Beer Lover's Guide to Cider, Certified - ranked BJCP Beer Judge and Certified Cider Professional through the American Cider Association

Mead Panelist: Jesus Martir, Certified Cicerone®, international judge of mead, cider and beer

On-Going Sensory Panelist: Dan Imdieke, Master Cicerone®, Constant at Ingrainedbeer.com

Tuesday, June 20 2023 at Thorn Street Barrio Logan

Wine Enthusiast: Cider’s Fall Dilemma: Can It Overcome Its Seasonal Reputation?

By Jason Wilson, published September 21, 2023

Beer Now Virtual Summit 2020: Featured Q&A With Julia Herz

Moderator of keynote Q&A with Julia Herz, formerly of the Brewers Association and currently founder of HerzMuses Enterprises.

“Can a Reckoning Become a Revolution?” panel for the north american guild of beer writers

Description: As the beer industry picks up the pieces following the revelation of more than a thousand accounts of sexual harassment and assault, toxic workplaces and discrimination, we’ll discuss how these issues affect people in the beer industry and how to cover them as writers. We’ll also talk about the tools companies use to silence workers to keep other similar stories from surfacing. Moderated by Jess Infante (Brewbound) with panelists Beth Demmon, Jess Bautista, and Paige Latham Didora. 7/28/21

cidercraft magazine feature: “4 Questions for Beth Demmon, Author of ‘The Beer Lover’s Guide to Cider’”

Feature interview for Cidercraft Magazine about The Beer Lover’s Guide To Cider

sevenfifty daily

“5 Craft Beer Trends To Watch” named the second most-read article in 2019.

ferment by beer52

Expert source cited in “Compound drinker” by Rachel Hendry

Sevenfifty daily

One of the beer experts named in “6 Beer Industry Trends to Watch in 2023,” by Joshua M. Bernstein. Published 1/5/2023.

The Best Beer Delivery Services For Every Type Of Beer Drinker

Source cited in Forbes industry look at beer delivery services during COVID-19. Published 6/31/2020.

a top story of 2021 in civil eats

“Craft Beer Faces a Gender and Race Reckoning” listed as a Top 30 story of 2021 by Civil Eats.

Vinepair: 16 beer experts you should be following on instagram

One of the beer experts recognized by VinePair writer Katie Brown, along with people like Lily Waite (Queer Brewing Project), Black Brew Culture, @CraftBeerDeer, and more. Published 10/2/2020.

craft beer & brewing magazine: Home (Beer), Sweet Home (Gear)

One of the beer experts cited in “Home (Beer), Sweet Home (Gear)” by John M. Verive. Published 11/25/22.

kpbs midday edition: what to drink when you’re not drinking

January 11, 2023 interview with Jade Hindmon, a three-time Emmy nominee and KPBS Midday Edition co-host, about non-alcoholic beverages, their rise, and their future.

women in beer instagram live series with second chance beer

One-on-one interview with Virginia Morrison, co-founder of Second Chance Beer Company, during Women’s Month 2021.

voice of san diego

Culture Report: The Future of Beer Writing in a Changing Scene

The 52 Best New Beers of 2022, According to Experts

"There are 52 weeks in a year and — according to our mega panel of superstar brewers, bar owners, pundits and more — 52 fantastic new brews too.” cited 12/15/22 by writer Niko Krommydas

Welcome to Loneliness — Finding a Familiar Lifeline in Beer’s Digital Community

Source cited in longform piece on Good Beer Hunting “Critical Drinking” feature.

The Male Gueuze — Cantillon, Cabaret, and Context

Source cited in longform piece on Good Beer Hunting “Critical Drinking” feature.

SPJ Region 1 Conference panel: What’s The Buzz About the Beer Beat?

Writing about beer and alcohol can be your bread and butter. Find out more from those in the beverage (and food) beat. Moderator: Robert Cole, Ph.D., RWU

Panelists:

Courtney Iseman, based in NYC (participating via Zoom).

Beth Demmon, based on the West Coast (participating via Zoom).

Jaqueline Cain, based in Boston (participating in person).

April 22, 2023

business insider

Source cited on “How to take parental leave as a freelancer, according to real people”, published 10/24/19

inside hook

My story on Trappist beers in Food & Wine serves as the main source for this piece in Inside Hook, published July 2, 2023.

beervana blog

Example cited in Jeff Alworth’s Beervana blog post titled “Addition Without Subtraction: How Women Enrich Beer,” published on July 26, 2021.

eater la

“Another Big LA Craft Beer Brewery Is on the Verge of Closing,” by Farley Elliott, published 3/29/23. Cites original reporting on my L.A. Taco exclusive.

burum collective: skate and destroy

Source cited on Samer Khudairi’s article about the overlaps of sexism found in both the craft beer industry as well as the skateboarding industry.

vinepair: hop take

“San Diego Brewers Guild Sets Sights on Inclusion” by Cat Wolinski, published 1/30/2020

boak & bailey

Favorite beer writing of 2019 selection: “Under the Influence” for Caña Magazine.

san diego voyager

“Meet Beth Demmon” feature profile on SDVoyager, published 5/25/20

94.9 rock and roll happy hour

“Back Again! ft. Beth Demmon of the Home Happy Hour,” released 6/5/2020

Hugging the Bar

Source cited in “Safety is Still Far from Guaranteed at Bars and That's Not Okay,” published by Courtney Iseman on 7/8/21.

eater san diego

Source cited on “San Diego’s 2019 Restaurant Newcomers and Standbys”, published 12/26/19

north American guild of Beer Writers “Meet A Member”

In “Meet a Member,” we highlight the people who make up the North American Guild of Beer Writers. It’s a chance to learn more about the wide collection of journalists, podcasters, bloggers, and vloggers who cover the industry. 2/4/22

eater san diego

Source cited on “Industry Experts on the Biggest Dining Surprises and Grievances of 2019”, published 12/30/19

bean to barstool podcast

Referenced in “Witches, Alewives, and Beer History with Dr. Christina Wade (Ep. 27)” starting at 30:15.

San diego Reader

Source cited in “Where is San Diego's local news going now?” published 1/26/22

eater san diego

Source cited on “Restaurant Pros Name San Diego’s Best Dining Neighborhoods”, published 12/27/19

beervana: BEER WRITING AWARDS ANNOUNCED

Mentioned in Jeff Alworth’s award-winning blog Beervana as the second-place winner at the 2021 North American Guild of Beer Writers “Best Blog” category.

Awkwardsd: What happens when a freelance writer is no longer free?

Source cited on piece exploring the repercussions of California Assembly Bill 5 on freelance writers, artists, musicians, and more. Published 1/15/2020

Cheers! North County: A beer with industry writer Beth Demmon

Profile in The Coast News Group discussing the state of the San Diego beer industry and freelance writing history. 4/27/2020

San Diego Brewers Guild: #Iamsdbeer

Participant in the virtual #IAmSDBeer movement on behalf of the San Diego Brewers Guild. Published on Instagram 5/12/2020.

DC Beer speaks with Beth Demmon, NAGBW Award Winner

Interview with Washington, D.C.-based beer publication to talk about kids in breweries, winning the 2019 Diversity in Beer Writing grant, and more. Published 4/30/2019.

eater san diego

Source cited on “San Diego Food Writers Predict 2020 Headlines,” published 12/31/2019. (Note: even with COVID, I feel like I was half-right!)

hop culture

Source cited in “8 Things a Beer Writer Learned at CiderCon” by Ruvani de Silva, published 2/21/23

San Diego Freelancer Slams Gig Worker Bill

Guest on KQED’s Morning Report to discuss California Assembly Bill 5. 2/12/2020

craft brewing business

5/25/21: “From self-defense classes to anonymous reporting platforms, breweries share ways to combat sexual harassment” by Keith Gribbins.

awkward san diego: When the hell did beer become $7 a glass?

Comedic journalist Ryan Bradford discusses the cost vs. value of “craft” beer in his Substack newsletter. Published 8/11/21

FødevareWatch

Media source cited in Danish publication, translated to “Wild growth, few women and large amounts of alcohol have created the perfect conditions for sexism in the beer industry,” published on 2/7/22

biker mommas

Interview to talk about what it’s like to be a motorcyclist, a mom, and how the two worlds intersect. Published 5/16/2017.