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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 surrounding the highly anticipated first launch of the fully integrated SpaceX Starship rocket. Be sure to give us a follow on our social media pages at @eclipseontap [Episode recorded live at Pub39A Studios on 4/28/23. Produced by Matt Deighton]

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 while sipping on some tasty features from Ecliptic Brewing in Portland, OR. Be sure to give us a follow on our social media pages at @eclipseontap [Episode recorded live at Pub39A Studios on 2/13/22. Produced by Matt Deighton]

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 team members. All while enjoying some tasty craft brews from Ecliptic Brewing. Be sure to give us a follow on our social media pages at @eclipseontap [Episode recorded live at Pub39A Studios on 2/13/22. Produced by Matt Deighton]

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 Pub39A Studios on 2/13/22. Produced by Matt Deighton]

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 check out our website at www.eclipseontap.space [Episode recorded live at Pub39A Studios on 12/9/22. Produced by Matt Deighton]

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. In the second half, we discuss NASA's recent gamble with Artemis I and Hurricane Nicole. Later, we get on a deep dive about the possibility of extraterrestrial life. All this while sipping on two fantastic beers from Ecliptic Brewing in Portland, OR. Be sure to give us a follow on our social media pages at @eclipseontap and check out our website at www.eclipseontap.space [Episode recorded live at Pub39A Studios on 11/11/22. Produced by Matt Deighton]

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 recent DART mission in the second half. We wrap with some promotion for our 3rd annual UNDERGROUND-MAN event. Be sure to give us a follow on our social media pages at @eclipseontap and check out our website at www.eclipseontap.space [Episode recorded live at Pub39A Studios on 9/28/22. Produced by Matt Deighton]

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 on 8/29/22. All of this and more while sipping two fantastic Ecliptic Brewing beers. Be sure to give us a follow on our social media pages at @eclipseontap and check out our website at www.eclipseontap.space [Episode recorded live at Pub39A Studios on 8/22/22. Produced by Matt Deighton]

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 #BergBreak presented by Underberg and move into the 2nd half with the first ever successful Captain Planet guess! Be sure to give us a follow on our social media pages at @eclipseontap and check out our website at www.eclipseontap.space [Episode recorded live at Pub39A Studios on 6/18/22. Produced by Matt Deighton]

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 Dr. Gordon Telepun's (better known as Solar Eclipse Timer) recent book release! The book, titled "Eclipse Day 2024 & More! How to Enjoy, Observe, and Photograph a Total Solar Eclipse" walks you through all the steps required to become a true eclipse chaser. All this and more while sipping on a few tasty Ecliptic Brewing Moon Room brews and of course, an Underberg at the break. e sure to give us a follow on our social media pages at @eclipseontap and check out our website at www.eclipseontap.space [Episode recorded live at Pub39A Studios on 5/26/22. Produced by Matt Deighton]

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 alien/UFO information released by the Pentagon. Be sure to give us a follow on our social media pages at @eclipseontap and check out our website at www.eclipseontap.space [Episode recorded live at Pub39A Studios on 4/8/22. Produced by Matt Deighton]

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 on our social media pages at @eclipseontap and check out our website at www.eclipseontap.space [Episode recorded live at Speciation Artisan Ales in Grand Rapids, MI. Produced by Matt Deighton]

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 media pages at @eclipseontap and check out our website at www.eclipseontap.space [Episode recorded live at Pub39A Studios. Produced by Matt Deighton]

Celebrating 50 episode of Eclipse On Tap! On this episode we reflect back on the journey thus far while drinking Ecliptic Brewing's Eight Orbit anniversary ale (Italian style pilsner). We transition into space news highlighted by SpaceX's recent construction in Cape Canaveral. Following our #BergBreak, we discuss the "tic-tac" UFO sighting over Lake Michigan while enjoying Ecliptic Brewing's newest Vega IPA (#12). Be sure to give us a follow on our social media pages at @eclipseontap and check out our website at www.eclipseontap.space [Episode recorded live at Pub39A Studios. Produced by Matt Deighton]

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 surrounding the Grand Rapids half-marathon. We wrap with exciting space news regarding SpaceX's Crew-3 mission. Be sure to give us a follow on our social media pages at @eclipseontap and check out our website at www.eclipseontap.space [Episode recorded live at Pub39A Studios. Produced by Matt Deighton]

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 three fantastic brews from Ecliptic Brewing! Be sure to give us a follow on our social media pages at @eclipseontap and check out our website at www.eclipseontap.space [Episode recorded live at Pub39A Studios. Produced by Matt Deighton]

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 masses. Be sure to give us a follow on our social media pages at @eclipseontap and check out our website at www.eclipseontap.space [Episode recorded live at Pub39A Studios. Produced by Matt Deighton]

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 for the NASCAR race and reminisce about our past vendor tent purchases which happened to be very space themed! All this while drinking two very delicious beers from Ecliptic Brewing in Portland, OR: Vega #11 IPA and Pyxis Pilsner. Be sure to give us a follow on our social media pages at @eclipseontap and check out our website at www.eclipseontap.space [Episode recorded live at Pub39A Studios. Produced by Matt Deighton]

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 eclipse that took place on June 10th, 2021 and wrap the episode by getting deep down the rabbit hole on the most recent "Tic Tac" UFO video. Be sure to give us a follow on our social media pages at @eclipseontap and check out our website at www.eclipseontap.space [Episode recorded live at Pub39A Studios. Produced by Matt Deighton]

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 that fateful mission. In the second half, we discuss the piece of space debris from a Chinese rocket that was in jeopardy of hitting land. We wrap the episode with further discussion surrounding the upcoming "dear Moon" mission. Be sure to give us a follow on our social media pages at @eclipseontap and check out our website at www.eclipseontap.space [Episode recorded live at Pub39A Studios. Produced by Matt Deighton]