The Shaffer RULES Podcast goes live for the first time from Elk Brewing Company in Kittanning, PA for Episode 18 - Part 1. Brian and Corey kick things off with beers in hand, a live crowd in the room, and plenty of classic Shaffer RULES chaos.

In this episode, the guys talk about the idea of the “third place” — that spot outside of home and work where people gather, connect, and build community. From breweries and clubs to basements, party spots, and modern digital hangouts, they dig into whether places like Elk Brewing are more important than ever.

The guys are joined by Josh Julius from Elk Brewing Company to talk about the brewery’s local roots, the history behind the Elk Brewing name, the process of recreating old-school beer styles, and how Armstrong County finally got its own ho ...