Eclipse on Tap
Eclipse on Tap
Pub 39A Studios
The original casual, conversational podcast about eclipses of all kinds and space in general. Along with occasional guests, we hope to spread our enthusiasm and excitement for eclipses and other celestial events (while enjoying tasty beer, of course). This excitement originally stems back to our 2017 total solar eclipse experience and now we are hooked! So, crack open a cold one and join us in making totality a reality!
Episode 93 - Artemis II, In Review (feat. RaceChaserDad)
On this episode of Eclipse on Tap, we are joined by the legendary RaceChaserDad to get his take on the successful Artemis II mission and hear his thoughts on what is next for space exploration. Episode recorded live from Pub39A Studios.
Jun 13
1 hr 26 min
Episode 92 - John Ebers
On this episode of Eclipse on Tap, we welcome a very special guest and dear friend, John Ebers, to the show. John is the Chief Beekeeping Officer at Michigan Bee Co. located in Kent City, MI. He joins us to talk about his career in the honey game, but most importantly, his journey battling colorectal cancer. March is colorectal cancer awareness month and John discusses his mindset, perseverance, and medical self-advocacy. His story is incredibly powerful and inspiring and he is passionate about sharing knowledge about colorectal cancer awareness with as many people as he can. Recorded live from Pub 39A Studio in Grand Rapids, MI on 3/6/26.
Mar 12
2 hr 3 min
Episode 91 - Waiting for Liftoff...and Spring!
On this episode of Eclipse on Tap, we discuss the latest on NASA's Artemis II mission, discuss our excitement for the upcoming 2026 cycling season, and begin contemplating plans for future total solar eclipses. Be sure to visit our YouTube or Spotify channels for the video version and give us a positive review if you enjoyed this interview. Recorded live from Pub 39A on 2/13/26
Feb 28
1 hr 28 min
Episode 90 - Dr. Hubertine Underberg-Ruder
On this very special episode of Eclipse on Tap, we are honored to welcome Dr. Hubertine Underberg-Ruder to the show. Hubertine is the 5th generation family leader and President of the Board of Underberg. For those who follow the show, you know how much Underberg has become a major part of our identity - after years of collecting caps after Wednesday's at Grattan or celebratory cheers of the little green bottle under the stars on an astronomy night, we cannot be more excited to share this conversation with you all. We talk with Hubertine about the 175-year legacy of the brand, the secret behind the paper-wrapped bottle, and dive into some space talk to see how she views the cosmos. Be sure to visit our YouTube or Spotify channels for the video version and give us a positive review if you enjoyed this interview. Recorded live from Pub 39A on 1/16/26.
Feb 5
51 min
Episode 89 - Lights, Camera, Liftoff (feat. Dan Hurst)
On this episode of Eclipse on Tap, we introduce video full-time! The video version is available on our YouTube channel. Live from the Underberg Studios at Pub 39A, we are joined by fellow Eclipse on Tap team member, Dan Hurst. Dan produced our brand new intro music, which is also making its debut! We talk podcast updates, review the recent Iceman Cometh mountain bike race, and get Dan's totality testimonial. Don't forget to like and subscribe! Recorded live from Underberg Studio at Pub 39A on 12/19/2025.
Dec 19, 2025
1 hr 50 min
Episode 88 - Iceman Cometh, Space Happenings, and Teasing Something New!
On this episode we discuss recent cycling updates including the Iceman Cometh race coming up in just a few days. We then transition into space news: Starship flight 11, Artemis II, and the recent comet cruising through our skies. Lastly, we introduce a new facet to the podcast: video! Next month we'll be bringing video to the show special thanks to Underberg. Give us a follow on our social media pages at @eclipseontap [Episode recorded live from Pub 39A on 10/30/25. Produced by Matt Deighton]
Oct 30, 2025
1 hr 52 min
Episode 87 - Pressure & Perspective: Unpacking the Titan Submersible Tragedy (feat. Dr. Gordon Telepun)
On this video episode of Eclipse on Tap we welcome back Dr. Gordon Telepun. The eclipse expert has taken up recent interest in the Titan submersible and its associated tragedy that took place in an attempt to visit the Titanic ship wreck June 2023. There are interesting crossovers between space and deep sea exploration and Dr. Telepun shares an impressive level of detail. He has also authored a book titled, "Titan: To the Titanic and Back 13½ Times: Stories about Bad Decisions Made" which is available on Amazon. For more information, visit www.titandives.com Note: this episode is best viewed as a video, which can be found on our YouTube channel. Also available on your favorite podcast platforms. Give us a follow on our social media pages at @eclipseontap [Episode recorded live from Pub 39A on 8/28/25subsert. Produced by Matt Deighton]
Aug 29, 2025
1 hr 55 min
Episode 86 - Jetting Through Totality (feat. Mark Williams)
On this episode, we feature special guest Mark Williams. Mark serves in the United States Navy as an F-18 pilot. He shares incredible insights about what it is like to fly a jet, how it feels to take off from an air craft carrier, and how he was able to fly his jet during the 2017 total solar eclipse! Give us a follow on our social media pages at @eclipseontap [Episode recorded live from Pub 39A on 7/18/25. Produced by Matt Deighton]
Jul 28, 2025
1 hr 47 min
Episode 85 - Totality Down Under: 2024 Reflect & 2028 Up Next (feat. Gary Ryan)
On this episode of Eclipse on Tap, we are thrilled to bring Gary Ryan onto the show. Gary and his wife Theresa Cliff-Ryan are the owners of VIE 13 Kustom Apparel, a Rockford, MI based custom cycling kit designer & manufacturer. Naturally, VIE 13 is what the Eclipse on Tap cycling team rides in, of which Gary is a fellow member! He and his family joined us for the 2024 eclipse and here, we look back on fond memories and then turn our eyes to 2028 where a total solar eclipse will bisect his home country of Australia! Give us a follow on our social media pages at @eclipseontap [Episode recorded live from Pub 39A on 5/30/25. Produced by Matt Deighton]
May 31, 2025
1 hr 42 min
Episode 84 - Reliving Totality Under a Crimson Moon
On this episode of Eclipse on Tap, we reminisce the 2024 total solar eclipse after elapsing the 1 year anniversary while discussing the recent total lunar eclipse. We provide podcast updates from celebrating a big wedding to launching a go kart racing team. Give us a follow on our social media pages at @eclipseontap [Episode recorded live from Pub 39A on 4/3/25. Produced by Matt Deighton]
Apr 27, 2025
1 hr 15 min
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