Open Bar Talk Podcast With Jim Search

Yo! We are giving you a classic #TBT this week. The good homie and friend of the podcast (and in real life) Ralph Balboa Andradez (IG: @ralphonzoandradez) gave us a classic interview on the first season...so here it is again!

Yo yo yo! It's us again...back at you with another great, stupendous bartender interview. In the building, we have Justin Auslaender (IG: @justinoutlander) from "The Two Dry Guys" Podcast telling us his DC bartending tales. Get ready to learn about vermin and the interesting ways they appear. Enjoy all of it!

Another stellar interview is here for you! The affable Max Stone (IG: @therealmaxstone) came to hang and chop it for this episode. He's got quite the story to tell. Romance, intrigue...you name it... it's here! Come rock with us!

Yo! We took a week off and we didn't want you to think that we pod faded on y'all. So we are giving you a classic #TBT this week. The good homie and friend of the podcast (and in real life) Ralph Balboa Andradez (IG: @ralphonzoandradez) gave us a classic interview on the first season...so here it is again!

Yo! Another classic banger is comin at ya. This one is not only filled with some nutso tales but some real-life gems of wisdom. Ernesto Barat (IG:@starshine_penelope) is rockin and we had a hell of a time talkin! Listen to this twice!

In this episode, we tap in with one of Jim's good friends and former bartender, Jay Steinberg (IG: @jewnipper). They reminisce on their glory days of partying in NYC's Union Square and Jay tells some timeless tales from that era. Listen close as he breaks down why it's important to buy drinks from the bar and bar only!

Thanks for tapping back in for another episode. This week, we here at the show wanted to re-release an episode with the late, great Xavier Blank. A true Binghamton legend. He was an artist, musician, comedian, and one-time drink slinger. His story was truly one of a kind and there won't be another one in our lifetime. So take some time to jump back in with the wild stories Xavier gave us. R.I.P Xavier Blank.

We are back in full effect y'all! After a lengthy hiatus, your favorite bartending podcast is on the scene. With that being said, we have former drink slinger and funny man Allan Fuks (IG:@allanfuks) on the show. Enjoy him recounting his days behind the stick along with his unconventional way to get stingy people to tip. Huzzah!

The highly anticipated episode is here! We have a double shot of two Open Bar Talk alums and homies Ralph Andradez (IG: @ralphonzoandradez) and KP (IG:@kidplayboy) in the building to re-tell the wild and reckless events they both have seen working together. You are absolutely going to love it! This was such an amazing ride of bartender tales.

Yo! We got a BANGER of an episode coming up next week. Two of my favorite homies and bartenders are coming back for a collabo! I'm of course talking about none other than KP (IG: @kidplayboy) and Ralph Andradez (IG: @ralphonzoandradez). They have stories for days and their back and forth banter I had to get on the air for y'all. Until then, I got one half of the team KP in the booth to give y'all a little background of how these two met. Get ready!

Hey yo! We are divin back into the world of bar security on this one y'all. This go around we have Scott Coscia (IG:@scottcoscia) rockin with us. Listen to his first hand account of the rise and fall of a trendy nightclub in Brooklyn and all the mess that came with it.

YO! A milestone episode! This is the first, in real life guest to be back at Jim Jam Studios. Very exciting times indeed. We got the homie, long time friend Johnny Dilonex rockin with us. He and Jim go back years to the Revival-era(Revival was a super fun bar in Union Square NYC, DM Jim he'll tell you about it). On this episode Johnny covers the stories from the 3 B's. Bartending, bouncing and barbacking...all of which are wildly entertaining, you gonna love it!

Second episode of the new season is here! The life and times of the nightlife have returned to your ears. On this ride we talk to Stephen Bolles (IG: @stephenmclonghairbolles). His bar-backing tales are incredibly hilarious and you are going to love all of them. Buckle in and ride out!

We are back! Season 6 of Open Bar Talk has returned. Very exciting times indeed. For the season opener I sit down with my long time friend and former drink slinger Cassandra Svacha (IG: @cassandwich). Listen to us relive the glory days of bar life in NYC and also enjoy her insightful breakdown of the dynamics of power being behind the stick gives you. Enjoy it!

Hey y'all. Wanted to drop a little line here for y'all. We are on hiatus! We are going into production for the next two weeks to bring you some more dope interviews with bartenders. So in the meantime, wash ya hands and have a drink in the sunshine. Peace.

It is with mixed emotions I re-release this episode. Nichole tragically passed away Saturday June 19th 2021. She was an amazing and wonderful soul who had lived a million full lives. On one hand, it pains me that she's no longer here. On the other hand, I am happy to be able to celebrate her life through this interview and through her story. R.I.P Nichole- we love you.   Here is the information for the GoFundMe, please donate: https://gofund.me/bc820c72

This is the last week of the hiatus and next week I'm bringing you some new interview I promise! In the meanwhile, come back and revisit Mara Marek's episode (IG: @maramarek). She's slung some drinks and has a story to tell about it. Enjoy it!

Hey y'all. I'm on a mini break but I'm comin back with some fire soon, don't you worry about it. In the meantime, enjoy a classic interview I did with Sophia Nicholson (IG: @phinicholson). She has some crazy tales from behind the stick, and they are worth relivin'. Enjoy!

Hey yo! We got a brand new interview on deck for you. We are goin to the legendary 4th Avenue strip in Brooklyn to talk to former drink slinger Mark Smolinski (IG: @smomarksi). He retells the wild story of weddings, fights at weddings and the hilarious way they are broken up. He's got a very interesting perspective and outlook that you're going to dig. Enjoy it!

Better late than never y'all! We out here right now with a new episode. This go around we got the drink slangin homie KP (IG: @kidplayboy) hangin with the pod. This is legit one of my favorite episodes. The range! The ups, the downs and all that's in the middle. Check out why it's a good idea to leave when it's last call! It's definitely worth the listen...tell a friend. And while you're at it, go check out KP's joint The Armory (IG: @thearmorybk) in BK when it opens!

Yo! This one was a real trip! You are going to dig it. The amazingly talented Jaime Lynn (IG: @junkmadeill) is talkin bartending biz with us. She has some wild stories to say the least. Learn why honesty is the best policy...especially at 2 AM! Get into it!

This is gonna be a great one y'all! You're gonna love it. We have the hilarious former drink slinger J.F. Harris (IG: @thejfharris) dishin his tales from behind the stick. It's wild what happens in the bars of Staten Island..and lucky for us J.F. is ready to tell us all about it! Get ready for a ride through Shaolin y'all.

I decided to go back to the bouncers on this one because well...it's my podcast and I'll do it how I want! This episode I sit down with Rob House (IG: @actor_robert_house) and all of his wild tales of bouncing in the early 90's in NYC. They are some wild ones y'all. From Reggae joints to the beginnings of Sean Comb's parties, this dude saw it all...and tells about it!

Hey y'all! I refuse to miss a week and podfade on y'all. So I'm giving you a throwback episode! Come back with me to one of my first joints with my homie Andres (IG: @andres_the_brooklynite), he has some amazing stories that I want you to re-live. I'll have a brand new episode on deck next week...mean it!

Yo! As promised...it is Tuesday, which means that you got an episode on deck for you! Check out this right here. The hilarious Bostonian and drink slinger Alex Moore (IG: @dracula_mountian) is on the scene with us! There are so many crazy tales you'll have to hear to believe. Listen up to how Alex handles an exacto knife and how it almost lands him a scholarship!

Episode 50! What a milestone! Thank y'all for listening and enjoying the wild stories our bartenders have brought. For this episode we have one-half of the hilarious podcast "Baroness and Fletch" (IG: @baroness_and_fletch), Fletch (IG:@arty_fletch). So many great stories and gems of wisdom on this one. Also, tune in to figure out what NOT to say on a date, from the bartenders perspective. You gonna love this one!

Back at it again! Another incredibly dope interview from behind the bar is coming your way. This time we've got the hilarious drink slinger Justin Singh (IG: @justindrinksthings) ready to dish on his start in the game and why he is very selective on who calls him a friend! Get into it!

Hey y'all! We are back to choppin it up with our beloved bartenders and we got the legendary Brooklyn Lu (IG: @luiscortesrichards), part owner of my personal favorite bar Union Street Pub (IG: @unionstreetpub)! The stories he's got for y'all are iconic. Night clubs, local dives...the homie has seen it all and is tellin it all! Get ready.

Hey y'all! We are back to choppin it up with our beloved bartenders and we got the legendary Brooklyn Lu (IG: @luiscortesrichards), part owner of my personal favorite bar Union Street Pub (IG: @unionstreetpub)! The stories he's got for y'all are iconic. Night clubs, local dives...the homie has seen it all and is tellin it all! Get ready.

We are coming back to our beloved bouncers with this one. Comedian Pudge Fernandez (IG: @pudgefernandez) is rockin with us! Get ready to hear about his first night on the job and how there is not exactly a manual to be a bouncer. It's a tale to say the least. You gonna love it!

Hey y'all...continuing to show love to the bouncers out there, we have another joint. This time, we've got a long time friend and comedian homey Neruda Williams (IG:@nerudabear). His life is book worthy, so the fact he's been a bouncer comes as no surprise. Check out his wild times out in the Hamptons "protecting the masses."

Yo! It's another officially dope episode coming for you. It's a double treat, we got another bouncer...AND he's from Binghamton! You are lucky...admit it. This episode we have Brian Shepard(IG: @b_shepard72) , who has seen virtually everything a bouncer can...and more. From wild nights in Vegas to mixing it up in Endicott, NY...you're in for a ride. And of course, check out his dogs Winston's IG too (IG: @winston_the _corso).

Yo! We got another amazingly dope episode on deck for you. Get ready for it. The co-host of "Teen Mom Trash Talk" (IG: @teenmomtrashtalk) Noelle Winters Herzog (IG: @noeygirl_) is rockin with us! So much funny and wild stuff she is ready to dish on. You won't believe the bonkers business that happened at all places...Applebees! This, and so much more awaits.

We return back to our bouncer series and talk to one of the former guardians of the bar, Derek Humphrey (IG: @humpderek). Get ready to hear the gripping tale of what became of an unruly patron named "Brock"...and why quite frankly, his comeuppance was well deserved. Enjoy all of it!

Yo! We got another dope one comin out. So very exciting! On this joint we have incredibly talented bartender Kalisha Allen (IG: @kalishallen) to talk about the wild events seen from behind the bar. From the mess that is $.99 margarita Monday's and the surprising daycare that came with it to what one of the greatest rappers of all time has to drink, she's got some whoppers to talk about...enjoy it!

It's another slice of the bar scene from Binghamton y'all! How exciting! On this go around we have fellow Binghamtonian, the multi-talented Xavier Blank (IG: @genital_tso). He has some stories for days and is ready to dish 'em out. Get ready to see what hip hop icon he kicked it with during his days behind the bar. Also, be sure to check out his dope art (IG: @xavierblankcanvas) and check out his amazing work!

Hey y'all! You ready for another episode?! Of course you are! It's gonna be a rad one for sure. On this go around we got drink slinger Mikey Carbone! And boy does he have some crazy tales from the iconic institution Fat Baby (R.I.P) Trust me when I tell you, that joint had some debauchery afoot...get into this one!

Yo! We got an episode for you this week. This go around we have the hilarious comedian/bartender Jess Rotondi (IG: @jessieroro13) hangin out. She dishes on her time at a bar/club in NYC's Midtown and the Lifetime movie that unfolded. It's got intrigue, employees recording one another, lawsuits, and fake websites. This one was a ride y'all. Tap in!

We got another one comin through for ya! This one is gonna rock your world! On this episode we have the amazingly dope human being and bartender Celine Dyer (IG: @strongpuff) talkin shop with us. We break down the level of caucasity of some drinkers and how far they are willing to take it...get into it!

This one is huge y'all! Very exciting episode on deck for your ears. On this joint we got Shaun Latham aka 20 Dollar Chef (IG:@shaunlatham,@20dollarchef) rockin it. He's absolutely hilarious and has equally as entertaining stories to boot. There's some real life lessons on this one too. Mainly, don't let Golide set you up! Listen and find out.

Very exciting times! It's the return of Ralph! Ralph Andradez (IG: @ralphonzoandradez), friend, amazing bartender and all around rad dude has some more crazy tales in store for you. Buckle in and understand how important it is to honor your order of chicken wings...enjoy!

Hey y'all! It's a new year but the format remains the same, we talkin to some of the most intriguing bartenders to walk the planet. And they got stories too! This episode we got the homie Alex Nicholas (IG: @notalexnicholas) rockin in the virtual studio. This one was so much fun...and keep an ear out as to why bringing a digital scale to a restaurant is ill-advised...get it!

Still goin strong, still bringin you the tales of the bar game! This episode we have LA bar veteran John Durham III (IG: @johnmd3). He's seen so much, including the supernatural. Believe it or not...also, be sure to check out his YouTube channel Foodflash. He creates some of the dopest cocktails you will ever see in your (super)natural life!

WE ARE BACK! Fresh off a little break, we are doin this again! So dope to be back bringing y'all stories from behind the bar. For the return we have hilarious comedy and former drink slinger Reggie Parker (IG: @rpcomedy). Come check out his tales of serving out in Oregon and how bringer shows exists in the bar game too!

Hey y'all. I wanted to let you know...that I DID NOT podfade on you. We are on a bit of a hiatus, but I assure you we will be back with new episodes soon. Peace!

It’s that time y’all. Bar story time! It’s my favorite part of the week...just as I assume it’s yours! On this go around we’ve got ATL drink slinger Max Fine (IG: @maxfine_) telling us the tales of tending bar from fine dining to the dive-iest of dives. Understand that this one is going to be amazing. Get into it!

Hey y’all The tales of the bar don’t stop, so neither shall we! Our guest this week is the hilarious Dara Jemmott (IG:@chocolatejem). She talks about her run as a bartender at the iconic Apollo Theater. And what a run it was! Check out what happens when the sound goes out at a Patti LaBelle concert and how that situation is resolved. It’s...well...just check it out!

This is huge! 30 episodes in the books. So for this one I tapped into my hometown roots. I got my fellow Binghamtonian, Jeff Eggleston on the show! This one was so much fun. He’s an amazing storyteller. He walks us through how from birth he was destined to stand behind the bar. It’s an amazing ride. From there we move into his wild days as a bartender in college, the world was his oyster...you’ll have to listen to find out more. He imparts with us the timeless jewel. “Alcohol is not a toy...it’s a tool.” Enjoy!

This is a real special episode y’all. It’s the start of the bouncer editions that we are gonna drop every once in a while! Bouncers are an integral part of the bar experience...and they got some crazy stories too! From bouncing in night clubs while in high school to watching a hilarious celeb roast a doorman, Mike has seen so much. Also, he’s got some solid advice on how to interact with a bartender! In addition, go check out his uncles cigar lounge, Martinez Cigars (IG: @martinezcigars). They got that fire!

Another dope episode on deck. Maggie Champagne (IG: @margaretchampagne) is in the buildin virtually! She dishes on the wild and crazy times of Doc Holiday’s, an iconic establishment in NYC. So much bedlam ensued...so get ready to listen to it.

Check it out, some more bar stories are here! This go around we have the incredibly talented Ja-Ron Young (IG: @jaronly1988). He’s seen the Broadway bar world all the way to the messy universe of Five Napkin Burger. Grifters and ne’er do well management. What a time! Had some tech issues on this joint, but it was saved by GarageBand gawd Tommy Cormier! Salute to him.