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Michael Jackson Discusses Beer.

British Beer maven Michael Jackson(not THAT Michael Jackson). As a leading expert on beer, he's traveled the planet and northern California to sample and rate the wide range of beer-brewing. Jackson is also a historian of the drink, offering perspectives on the popularity of local microbreweries and the appeal of home-brewing. His books include "Pocket Guide to Beer -The Connoisseur's companion to over 1000 Beers of the World-" (Simon & Schuster) and "Michael Jackson's Beer Companion"

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Fresh Air with Terry Gross, October 27, 1993: Interview with Michael Jackson, Part 1; Interview with Vernel Bagneris and Morten Gunnar Larsen; Interview with Michael Jackson, Part 2; Commentary on…

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