Stories from the service industry. Come with us as we shed light on what goes on behind the counter of your local watering holes. We want to give you the perspective of your bartenders, bouncers, chefs, servers, and more!
Sit back and reminisce with Joey, while he dives deeper into the history of the Sazerac.
Joey gives a quick update as we have been on a seasonal break. Lots of new things to come!
Josh & Kyton have a lot of thoughts on aliens, much to Joey’s enjoyment.
Good things are happening in Texas! Shane, from Garrison Brothers joins us for bourbon talk, Mila Kunis and devils cut, brown paper bags vs red cups, serving Madonna, Shaq and more!
Bartender Emily joins us from Pittsburgh to talk about giving back during the holidays, as well as: bartender arms that rival a 40 year old virgins, how Lizzo induces stripping and the history of the swizzle!
Windy city native, Tony joins us to talk about his experiences as a long time bartender, with fun stories and wisdom to impart. Joey and Tony also talk shop on the origins of the Old Fashioned.
Joey is joined by his long time friend Lindsay to talk about being a flight attendant, staying positive in the current climate, and the medicinal benefits of urine.
Mental health awareness and self-care are the big topics for this episode. Josh also shares his stories of being a Marine, beer-tending, beer sludge and his wonderful non-profit, Send it Society!
Don’t shit where you eat, work in different bars, ask for help. Shannon offers a lot of insight being a bartender for over 18 years! She went to law school but prefers to sling drinks!
Chef Michael allows his secret cocktail recipe out for the first time! The MODAK is a tasty cocktail that will put you on your ass. From bartender to chef, we are graced with stories and advice. From lightning striking decks to giant poops and Chef teaches how to pour on point!
Kendal joins us again for a deeper look into the realities of COVID in the service industry.
Not only do we get wise words from the all knowing, Gary! But he has stories of deaths in hotels, naked people by hot tubs, thoughts of bidets, drunk people in ponds, prostitution and more!
Nippers, Rippers and Grippers! Bartender Kyton lets it all out with his stories of bare asses on bars, tartar in the face followed by an alleyway encounter, “poison” cocktails, bartender palates and more!
Long week calls for a quick B-Sides! Joey has talked about Maraschino Cherries a lot and wanted to elaborate! Also, it wouldn’t be a B-Sides without some Alien talk and after thoughts!
Service industry pro, Mary joins us this week! We have talks of authors, 90-day fiance, birkenstocks, throw up in a hookah bar, closing times, trampolines and more!
Maria re-joins us to talk about the new rules and updates of what its like working in the service industry during COVID-19. Lots of changes and of course, more stories!
Mafia? Coke in flour? Tom Selleck? These are just some of the topics Joe brings to the table! As a former cook in the Navy who has worked for NOA in the antarctic, Red Robin and 7-11, Joe has seen a lot!
It’s the end of season 1! Joey wraps up the season with some stories from previous guests that didn’t fit the first round. We have alien talk, flaming Dr. Peppers , a story about underwear and more.
Deep passion for restaurants, restaurant family, nerf guns and a great drink is embedded in this episode! Chef Eric joins us for a Hanky Panky cocktail and imparts his work ethic, love for high fives and passion to take care of everyone in the service industry family.
DnD playing Minister, former server and stand up comedian, Brandon joins us this week! Great discussions! Death vs In the weeds, pulling cash from a patrons purse, self care and our featured cocktail created by old man Bishop, sort of a running theme this week!
Maria joins us this week, who is one of the few still working in the service industry during the pandemic! She brings us news of the outside working world, talks of flair, unique bartending shakes and more!
Former barista now bartender, Michael, joins us this week! He talks about his passion for crafting tasting drinks and shares a few stories of kicking down doors, tiger king talks and thoughts on bloody marys!
This week we are joined by cross country service industry pro, Elena! This 420 themed episode will have you entertained with stories of locking guests in restaurants, jumping in dumbwaiters, serving DMX and shitty dollar bills!
Kendal, a restaurant manager, joins us this week to chat about his vast knowledge of wine, expansive work history and the stores to go with! Joey and Kendal also get candid about the coronavirus and how it has effected their work life, the service industry and more.
Yup, its just the guys again! Chatting about the coronavirus, hand-sanitizer, bidets, shitty managers, growling at each other and more. Joey makes a great cocktail and we debut our newest member at the end of the show!
Jacob joins us this week to talk about the recent effects of COVID-19 on the service industry as well as sharing his tales and perspectives from both sides of the bar.
This week we are on location at Scratch Distillery with the owners, Kim and Bryan. We chat it up about distillery life, legislation, guest stories and have a chocolate and whiskey pairing experience with Ben!
This week we sip on the cocktail preferred by Hunter S. Thompson, the Snow Cone. While listening to our guest Jesse, who joins us from the east coast to talk about his experiences bartending in the PNW and over seas!
Bartender Shawn joins us this week talking about serving a former NFL offensive linesman, a customer using the sink as a toilet, working a comedy show and more!
This week we introduce our B sides! The extra conversations that didn’t make it the first time around. This B Side is all about aliens, ancient cultures and writing on coasters!
It’s 2020! The guys are reflecting on 2019 and giving shout outs, talking about the mandalorian, customer stories, how grey goose is hyped and more.
Scotty is an award winning bartender and US Bacardi Legacy Finalist. He joins us this week for his stories of throw-up in the well and advice for those in and out of the service industry.
Peter Duane, the older than dirt, jack of all trades guy for the service industry is our guest this week! Former restaurant owner and inventor of “Pete’s Penicillin” will make your sides hurt with his Cock–tails.
Crystal, a market manager for Iron Horse Brewery joins us this week! She has some fantastic stories from her side of the industry. So grab a cosmo and listen in!
After the drinks have been had, Collin is one Uber driver who makes sure you get home safely! He’s seen & dealt with it all from cheaters, puke, farts, creepy fares and more!
Part 2 with Troy! We continue our wine sipping over conversations of the service industry, steak sauce, sports and more!
Hair stylist Kaaren joins us this week to talk about service industry similarities, stereotypes, deep cuts and tips as we sip on Mojitos and laugh at movie lines.
Troy, a Server in Colorado joins us this week! Pour a glass of red wine and listen to his tales of run-ins with the secret service, selling porterhouses for dessert and more!
Nightlife security host, Allan Mullen, joins us this week! His stories of battling brides and being big brother to the inebriated are sure to keep you on the edge of your seat.
Bar manager now teacher Todd Hamm joins us this week! He made a twist on a cocktail and talks to us about aliens, tequila and life advice.
The guys celebrate negrioni week by making the cocktail, listening to ducktales and chatting about some memorable service industry moments.
Bartender Dave joins us this week with his perspective on the industry and talks with us about Vodka. Listen in and hear his motto: “Drink and Be Happy”.
Lead line cook, Ben Brandt, joins us this week. Listen in as he tells stories from his least favorite dish to the seriousness of food allergies.
Travis Hill is a current bartender by night. Listen in as he talks of his behind the bar stories, traveling and seeking out new cocktails.
We are graced with the presence of Kelly Aaron this week, a former bartender and shot girl. Hear her tales as we sip on Margaritas.
This week we create the Toronto cocktail and chat with Rishaun, a former bartender turned bud-tender and hear his stories.
Meet Joey and Peter – the bartenders who will take you behind the scenes of the service industry perspective and learn about the Sazerac Cocktail.
Life From The Well Episode 001: Sazerac drops in just a few days! Here’s a sample of what’s to come.
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