Buy Back Podcast

Join John and Alex as they talk to a man who's seen it all, John Ball. Learn about the craziness that happens in high-scale restaurants, hear some excellent voice acting, and come along with John for a new segment where he makes drinks with our guest!

Join John and Alex as they catch up before the new season of the Buy Back! Lots of exciting announcements coming this season!

Join John and Alex as they swap original holiday horror stories in this special bonus episode!

Join John and Alex as they talk about haunted bars and read listener stories of real life ghost encounters!

Join John and Alex as they continue their interview with Elena and hear one of the weirdest bathroom stories since they started the podcast!

Join John and Alex as they interview Elena from Doc Holidays in New York City. Hear some of the wild stories to come out of this Lower East Side staple.

Join John and Alex for part 2 of their interview with Evolet. Warning: John and Evolet get dangerously close to Season 1 Episode 3 territory.

Join John and Alex as they interview Evolet from New York City. She currently works at the rooftop bar at Hotel Hugo and has some wild stories.

The bachelorette party was crazy!

Join John and Alex as they interview Becca and Crystal from La Junta, Colorado. Find out what its like to be a second-grade teacher and bartender, plus all of the crazy stuff that goes on at this small-town bar.

Join John and Alex as they learn more about the Ditmars bar scene from Marisa.

Join John and Alex as they interview Marisa from Jack Jones in Ditmars. Hear one of the wildest stories we've ever come across in our three years of interviewing bartenders.

Alex went to the Philippines; John has been waiting patiently with a drink in his hand. We will be taking a one week break but will be back next week with a brand new episode!

Join John and Alex for the second half of their interview with the Angry Bartender!

Join John and Alex for something different as they interview the Angry Bartender! Things get a little heated, a little crazy, and very angry.

Join John and Alex for part two of their interview with Emily!

Join John and Alex as they talk with Emily from Pennsylvania. Find out what it's like to work at an American Legion Club, the crazy things bartenders have to deal with when they have paying members, and how one night while bartending Emily's entire life changed.

Join John and Alex for the second half of Rory's interview! Rory talks more about opening Murphy's, his new bar in Astoria, regales John and Alex with stories, and dives deeper into the best time of year: Trad Week! Don't forget to rate and subscribe to The Buy Back Podcast!

John sits down with Rory at his new bar in Astoria, and Alex calls in. Find out how Rory has been so successful with owning multiple bars in NYC, the conundrum of him not drinking whiskey, and why everyone should thank their porters.

John and Alex interview Andrew Jackson who works at Jackpot in Washington, D.C. Listen in to hear about his Playboy bunny experience, why he had to call the cops on a customer, and why he's never been happier as a bartender. Also, thank you for listening! If you, or someone you know, wants to be interviewed for future episodes of The Buy Back reach out to us on social media!

John and Alex interview Matty from Racine, Wisconsin. Listen in to hear some crazy Bloody Mary recipes, what a Hot Hamms Sandwich drink is, and how Matty juggles being an actor while working at 5 different bars. Thanks for listening and if you or someone you know wants to be interviewed for future episodes reach out to us on social media!

John and Alex interview Nicky who works in Lower Manhattan. Find out how sexy time led to someone getting stabbed, conclusive evidence that Seth MacFarlane has the smoothest skin, and how to make a proper old fashioned.

You thought you heard the craziest bar stories out there; you haven't heard anything like the bar tales Mike shares with John and Alex in the premier episode of Season 4. After talking to Mike, it has come to our attention that New Orleans may have the wildest bar scene in the United States. Find out what happens when the bars never close, what weird things people have stolen from Mike's bar, and why you always wear appropriate footwear on Bourbon Street. Oh, and welcome back! We've missed you!

Listen in as Alex tells John about the five most haunted bars in the U.S.! Warning! This episode contains spooky stories and creepy ghosts. Listen at your own risk. This will be the last episode of Season 3. See you all next year for Season 4! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebuyback/support

Join John, Alex, and special guests as they talk about ghosts and spooky occurrences in bars around the world. Hear first-hand paranormal experiences and listen in for ghost stories submitted by fans like you! Happy Halloween! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebuyback/support

Ben and John catch up! Ben is now an influencer for 3 Amigos Tequila but he's still allowed to say the names of other tequilas. Listen in as Ben gives us the inside scoop and drops an exclusive and delicious tequila cocktail recipe! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebuyback/support

Listen to exclusive stories and interviews from The Buy Back's time in Ireland with this special episode! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebuyback/support

Alex, John, and Pat interview Cillian and Katie in Dublin, Ireland. Find out how the drinking culture has changed not just in Ireland but around the world; hear the craziest stories from bars in Ireland, Spain, and New York City; and go on a journey as these two bartenders who have never met agree, disagree, and find common ground. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebuyback/support

Alex, Pat, and John interview Aaron and Antoin from Hole in the Wall Bar in Galway, Ireland. Find out where to go late night drinking in Galway, what you really shouldn't do as a tourist when visiting an Irish pub, and where the best pint of Guinness in the city is. Continue to follow us as we make our way around Ireland to learn more about the drinking culture! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebuyback/support

The Buy Back Boys are in Ireland! Welcome to the first of a series of interviews we did during our tour through Ireland! Join Alex, John, and special co-host Pat as they interview Liam, owner of Sinnott's Bar in Wexford, Ireland. Find out what an Irish Pub means to the community, what makes a pint of Guinness great, and how you should tip in Ireland. Get ready for a wild and crazy set of interviews from the Emerald Isle! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebuyback/support

That's right! In this special episode, we interview John's father, who bartended many moons ago. Find out what it was like bartending back in the day, what happened when a disgruntled customer returned to the bar with his rifle, and learn things that John didn't even know about his dad, like the fact that he worked at Studio 54 in New York City! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebuyback/support

Join John and Alex as they interview Ben at the Uncommon Chandler as he opens the bar. Find out what a flaming Dr. Pepper is, why Ben walked out of his job at a pizza shop/bar, and listen in for a bunch of shoutouts, maybe you'll hear your name! And guess what, Alex and John are together for the first time in forever! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebuyback/support

John and Alex interview Rachel (and her dog, Stitch) from Terre Haute, Indiana. Find out what it's like to be a bartender and nurse at the same time, what the best ideas are for a Bloody Mary bar, and finally, a definitive answer to the age old question: "Is it okay to order water in a bar?" We trust her, she's a nurse. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebuyback/support

John and Alex interview Courtney from Florida. Learn what it's like to sell thousands of dollars worth of Jell-o shots at a bar, why you should work hard now to play hard later, and which surprising celebrity Courtney befriended at a dive bar. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebuyback/support

John and Alex interview Enrique from Santa Barbara. Find out about the cool liquors and bitters Enrique is making using locally sourced materials, what it's like to be served by Michael Jordan, and the crazy stuff that happens at private Hollywood parties. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebuyback/support

John and Alex have the honor of interviewing Zane Lamprey as he tours across the country on his Lager than Life Tour. Zane is a travel show host, comedian, and excellent drinker. Basically, he travels the world, learns about drinking culture, and drinks a lot of booze. Find out how Zane got this sweet gig and hear about some of his wildest drinking stories from around the world. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebuyback/support

John and Alex interview Ryan from New York City. Spoiler alert: John and Ryan are together for the interview! Find out if you should be asking your bartenders how they're doing, what it's like working at some shady bars, and prepare yourself for a spooky future episode! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebuyback/support

John and Alex interview Amber from Iowa. Listen in to hear about the best idea for a speakeasy ever, what it's like serving in small-town bars, and the most heartwarming bar story we've ever heard! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebuyback/support

John and Alex interview Sabrina and learn about the bar seen around the lakes of Wisconsin. Find out about some awesome bar games, why Sabrina had to drive drunk customers home from the bar, and what its like bartending in bikini right after jumping in a lake. Let's go for a wild ride! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebuyback/support

Happy 4th of July and Happy New Season of The Buy Back! Alex and John Interview Damon from Harmony Spirits in Minnesota where he distills and runs the tasting room. Find out how this Navy mechanic went from distilling ethanol to distilling alcohol, what secret liquor Damon uses to make mojitos, and why Bush beer is his biggest pet peeve. Let's get this party started! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebuyback/support

John and Alex have exciting news about the next season of The Buy Back! Join us as we talk about what we've been up to, when you can expect season 3, and where The Buy Back will be touring this summer! And as always, don't forget to tip your bartenders! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebuyback/support

John and Alex continue their interview with Emily, Justin, Shea, and Taylor at the Red Stone Pub. Find out why firm limes make good margaritas, what scary/friendly ghosts haunt the bar, and hear from a real-life regular as to why you should visit the Red Stone Pub. Thank you so much for joining us for the second season of The Buy Back. We will see you in Season 3! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebuyback/support

John and Alex head to Simsbury, Connecticut to interview Emily, Justin, Shea, and Taylor at the Red Stone Pub. Find out what happens when a customer's mom has to pick up their phone after a wild night, why you should only order nachos sparingly, and the terrifying story of someone not making it to the bathroom in time. Join us next week for the second half of this episode and the season finale! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebuyback/support

John and Alex interview Hannah who works at Patis in New York City. Find out which onion goes in a cocktail and which doesn't, why some weird guy gave Hannah money soaked in pee, and why this episode slaps. Tune in next week for our second to last interview! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebuyback/support

John and Alex make mistakes... a lot of mistakes. Hear some in this blooper reel. Plus two new bar rules that can be discussed around the Thanksgiving table! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebuyback/support

John and Alex interview Opee in Rhode Island. Find out what a flare bartender does, why the bar at the Hard Rock Casino can be wild, and why there was a condom in the ashtray. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebuyback/support

Listen to our promo welcoming Austin East Cider to The Buy Back family! Go to your local watering hole and order an Austin East to sip on as you listen to our new episode! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebuyback/support

John and Pat interview Alex at Mad Donkey! That's right, the tables have turned again. Find out how Alex got into the industry, what happens when Pat goes rogue with the questions, and why Santacon is a nightmare. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebuyback/support

John and Alex interview Omar from Blackbirds! This is a special episode dedicated to all the barbacks out there who work hard and deal with a lot of shit... literally. Find out what extra special bar rule Omar teaches John and Alex, why Scarlett Johansson is the nicest celebrity he has ever served, and why the first bar Omar opens will have an aquarium in it! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebuyback/support

John and Alex interview Gerald Donnelly in front of live bar audience! Find out where Gerald had the best Guinness in the world (it's not where you think; it's not even on the continent that you think), why Gerald heckles tourists at a bar in Ireland, and the time a dead customer came back to life! Make sure to follow us on Instagram so you don't miss the next recording of The Buy Back Live! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebuyback/support

John and Alex continue their interview with Pat and Taylor. Find out what it's like dating in the industry, the easiest thing bar owners can do to make their employees happy, and why being a decent human being will probably get you a buyback! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebuyback/support