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IBD: Past, Present and Future

The Institute of Brewing & Distilling (IBD) has released its new 10-part podcast series 'IBD: Past, Present and Future,' featuring key figures from the IBD talking about the industry, how it has evolved and the challenges it faces.

Episode 8: Dr. Megan Sheehy, IBD President

Join IBD President, Dr. Megan Sheehy, as she reflects on her career journey, the impact of chartership on the industry, and her vision for the future of the Chartered Institute of Brewers and Distillers (CIBD).

The 8th episode is our final podcast as the IBD, marking the beginning of an exciting new chapter as we officially transition to CIBD on the 1st of January 2025.

Episode 7: Abhishek Banik, Distiller/Technical Production Manager at Copper Rivet Distillery

Join us as Abhishek Banik, Distiller/Technical Production Manager at Copper Rivet Distillery, shares his journey into the distilling industry, insights on his career and product development process, thoughts on the IBD, and more in the 7th episode of IBD: Past, Present and Future podcast series!

Episode 6: Professor Katherine Smart, Global Technical Director and Chief Scientist at Diageo

We are excited to release the sixth episode of the IBD: Past, Present, and Future podcast! Hear Professor Katherine Smart, Global Technical Director and Chief Scientist at Diageo, talk about her career, the inspiration behind launching her own distillery, and why she chose to take the IBD Diploma in Distilling, and more.

Episode 5: Dr. Struan Reid, R&D Manager at Lallemand

Hear from Dr. Struan Reid, R&D Manager at Lallemand, about his education and career journey and how he came to join the IBD community in the fifth episode of the IBD: Past, Present and Future podcast series!

Episode 4: Celina Dugulin, PhD in Brewing Science and Engineering Technology, and Technical Projects Manager at Murphy & Son LTD

Tune into the fourth episode of our 10-part series, 'IBD: Past, Present, and Future' featuring Celina Dugulin, PhD in Brewing Science and Engineering Technology, and Technical Projects Manager at Murphy & Son LTD, about her experience so far in the industry and how being a part of the IBD community has benefitted her.

Episode 3: Ian Hamilton, Master Brewer and IBD Tutor

The third episode of 'IBD: Past, Present, and Future' features Ian Hamilton, Master Brewer and IBD Tutor, where he discusses the benefits of being part of the IBD community and explains why the IBD is a key organisation in the industry.

Episode 2: Raphaël Grisoni, IBD's Deputy President

Discover why Raphaël Grisoni, IBD's Deputy President, chose to get involved with the IBD in the second episode of our 10-part series "IBD: Past, Present, and Future." In this podcast, Raphaël shares the importance of becoming chartered and highlights the role of IBD global sections in keeping the organisation up-to-date and relevant to the community.

Episode 1: Professor Charlie Bamforth

So, what does the IBD mean to our very own pope of foam? Find out in the first episode of our podcast series 'IBD: Past, Present and Future' with Professor Charlie Bamforth.