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Each week we briefly review a new bourbon before diving into a random topic that the guys will discuss. This usually includes some friendly jabs between Jesse & Dave while they both heavily criticize Brandon's (bad) advice.

Bourbon and Bad Advice


    • Sep 14, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
    • weekly NEW EPISODES
    • 43m AVG DURATION
    • 37 EPISODES


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    E29: Bulleit Rye & Jesse Has A Story To Tell

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2021 22:56


    1oz Pour: NFL Week 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2021 23:24


    The fellas make their locks of the week for NFL Week 1.

    E28: Bully Boy & Blue Chew

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2021 38:27


    It's just Brandon and Jesse drinking some Bully Boy Old Fashions while discussing Keno tickets, golf, and Brandon's online purchase from last episode.

    E27: Old Elk & Credit Card Fraud

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2021 50:25


    E26: Wild Turkey Rare Breed & Awkward Adolescents

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2021 49:33


    The whole crew is back for this one as we sip on some Wild Turkey Rare Breed. Brandon talks about how awkward his first kiss was and his poor choices on AOL screen names.

    E25: High West Campfire & The Poker Expert

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2021 70:53


    We're back after a couple weeks hiatus with special guest Dave Brown.  He shares his stories of playing high stakes and a six figure tournament score. 

    E24: Blue Note & Jesse's Brush with Death

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2021 54:26


    The boys taste Blue Note Single Barrel Reserve 10 Yr and Jesse tells the story of when he hit a truck on a longboard.  Brandon has a history of getting scammed and it shows no signs of stopping. 

    E23: Kirkland Small Batch & The Giveaway

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2021 48:41


    Trying some Kirkland Small Batch and picking the Giveaway winners on this episode.  Also, the guys discuss awkwardness of owing money between friends at our age, and when it's acceptable to send the old Venmo requests out.  Congrats to all the winners and enjoy the episode!

    1oz Pour: Euros 2020 Final Pick

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2021 9:42


    1oz Pour: The Beach House Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2021 25:38


    Brandon, Dave, and Jesse do a quick recap of the beach house week while trying to stay awake. The drink is Angels Envy with a side of Pedialyte. 

    E22: Jack Daniels Single Barrel & The Gouda Explosion

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2021 38:42


    Brandon gives a solid review of JD Single Barrel Select and the fellas discuss the worst jobs and moments they've had. 

    E21 Breckenridge Bourbon & The Best/Worst Bars

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2021 38:47


    Tonight Breckenridge is the choice out of Colorado. The boys take their sips and discuss their favorite bars along with the worst bars they've been to. Cheers. 

    E20: Smoke Wagon & The Gong Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2021 53:41


    Brandon's dad auditions for the gong show back in the 70's and his special talent leaves the guys wondering what the hell he was thinking.  The guys discuss what talents they wish they had while they drink some Smoke Wagon.

    E19: Widow Jane & Disney Disappointments

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2021 52:27


    Sipping on some Widow Jane Lucky 13, the guys recall what family vacations were like as a kid.  Jesse, having visited Disney every year, reminds Brandon why his experience wasn't as "magical" as he had hoped it would be.  Murder forced the cancellation of Dave's Disney trip, but he got a pool and peanut butter so things turned out ok. This may need some context, enjoy the episode!

    1oz Pour: The Belmont Stakes

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2021 6:53


    The fellas give their pick for The Belmont Stakes. 

    E18: Penelope Bourbon & Bachelor Parties

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2021 45:44


    The guys discuss plans for Dave's Bachelor party.  Brandon recalls his own, as well as throwing one together last minute with Dave's help.  Dave loves strip clubs so much he's willing to sleep in one! Pour some Penelope and have a listen. 

    E17: Bib and Tucker & The Will to Win

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2021 55:43


    Dave offers Brandon a Weight Loss Challenge buy out with 5 weeks left.  Is it a kind gesture, or is he getting worried now that Brandon can fit into a Large T-Shirt for the first time in 8 years.  Listen in to find out.  Bib & Tucker Old Fashioned's are going down way to easy on this one!

    E16: Pinhook Rye & The Death of a Salesman

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2021 55:54


    Brandon throws all caution to wind and lets some strangers into his home. Having been in sales before, his soft spot for the profession proved to be quite the misstep.  

    E15: Yellowstone Select & Brandon's Stand-Up Dream

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2021 55:27


    On the very important anniversary, Brandon tells the story of his stint in Stand-Up Comedy.  His first gig was interesting to say the least.  The guys try to guess what each others dream jobs would be and the guesses are....not good.  Yellowstone Select is on the menu for this one, Enjoy!

    1oz Pour: The Kentucky Derby

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2021 10:46


    In anticipation of the 147th Kentucky Derby, the fellas make their picks and Brandon has heard some good things about some horses.

    E14: Blanton's Original & The VHS That Changed It All

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2021 60:52


    After an early morning Basketball session the guys share some Blanton's to help with the aches and pains.  The struggles of getting older is the topic of the week, but things take a very unexpected turn towards the end.  It's about to get real Heavy on Bourbon and Bad Advice, Enjoy!

    E13: Eagle Rare & The Pre-Game "Powder"

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2021 53:47


    Sharing some Eagle Rare, Brandon recalls being famous on a cruise for a week.  Jesse goes to Octoberfest and tries his best to blend in with the locals, and Dave is just happy to have a home again! Enjoy

    E12: McKenna 10 & The Beach Boys

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2021 48:00


    With summer right around the corner the guys sip on some McKenna 10 year and relive past beach house experiences.  Did Brandon break "guy code" and was the retaliation warranted? Jesse roasts Brandon's parents grocery choices and gets banned for months. Dave had a personal seamstress at age 8 and the reason may surprise you, Enjoy!

    1oz Pour: The Masters

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2021 9:26


    The guys pick their golfers for the weekend.

    E11: Boston Harbor Putnam Rye & The Reverse Costanza

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2021 53:07


    The fellas sip on Boston Harbor Putnam Rye while Dave and Jesse berate Brandon for "pulling" his hamstring in a game of hoops in which he was next level disrespected. After a couple more pours, Dave settles a tipping dispute. This also reminds Brandon about a PGA golfer who doesn't really care to acknowledge his existence. 

    E10: Chicken Cock & Pistol Pete

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2021 51:51


    With Jesse and Dave having purchased new houses, it brings up crazy memories of our days living with old roommates.  How different our lives were based on who our roommates were might surprise you.  Chicken Cock is on the table for this stroll down memory lane!

    1oz Pour: NCAA Final Four Picks

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2021 10:07


    With the Sweet 16 finalized, we come at you with a short of our Final Four picks and some bets going into the weekend. Will Dave's hot streak continue? Fade or Follow. 

    E9: Clyde May's & The Long Arm of the Law

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2021 52:00


    While discussing run-ins with the law the guys share some Clyde May's.  Jesse's string of death trap vehicles he's owned makes for some easy laughs.  Brandon learns why his March Madness sleeper pick might have a difficult time going deep in the tournament. This episode is full of Bad Advice!

    E8: Jameson Whiskey & Easy Money on the Golf Course

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2021 58:10


    As our buddy Nick fills in for Dave he shares stories of his college dream be become a pro golfer. With the PGA Players Championship upon us and St. Patrick's day around the corner we sip on Jameson Irish Whiskey IPA edition and learn that Jesse and Brandon are easy money when playing 2 vs 2 on any course. 

    1oz Pour: The PGA Players Championship Picks

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2021 10:01


    We have a quick short to talk about The PGA Players Championship and our picks for the weekend. Will you fade or follow our picks? Based on our betting history you should probably fade! Enjoy!

    E7: Maker's Mark 46 & The Weight Loss Challenge

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2021 49:21


    The boys sip on Maker's 46 and discuss Jesse's awkward birthday gift from his mom. Brandon agrees to a terrible bet from Dave he will likely never win.

    E6: Weller Special Reserve & Ghost Stories

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2021 50:46


    Does your town have a creepy urban legend? Ours does and we share our experiences as we have a few drinks. We put on our tinfoil hats and get into space and ghosts. Brandon recalls the paranormal society he created a few years back, but at this point, Dave and Jesse aren't surprised at all. 

    E5: Sons of Liberty: Uprising & Train Travel Tales

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2021 51:28


    We discuss traveling during the pandemic and Brandon shares some of the crazy things that have happened to him since working on the train! 

    E4: Russell's Reserve 10 Year & The Home Bar Battle

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2021 53:29


    What makes a great home bar? Jesse and Dave discuss the ideas for their future bars.  Brandon loses all credibility after the decor choices for his outdoor bar.

    E3: The Old Fashioned & Drunk Wedding Do's and Dont's

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2021 56:08


    With Dave's wedding planning underway, we discuss his signature drink, the Old Fashioned.  Have you ever been the drunkest person at the wedding? We make the argument for Jesse with the video evidence to prove it!

    E2: Buffalo Trace Bourbon & Sleep Paralysis

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2021 54:48


    This episode Jesse remembers a trip to Washington D.C. with Brandon where he was forced to share a bed and experienced first hand his unique sleep "challenges".  

    E1: Michters US*1 Small Batch

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2021 59:23


    On our pilot episode, we review Michters US*1 Small Batch and give a little history on what makes bourbon, bourbon. We discuss the James Harden's sexy new look, Dave gives his lock of the week, and Brandon's dad has a weakness so strong it gets him out of the house during the pandemic.

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