Tales From The Walk-In

Tyler Haley is no newbie to the bar scene, having worked in some of Nashville's best AND worst Food & Beverage programs. He's currently holding it down at The Continental and also The Vesper Club, where he serves top-notch drinks (and caviar) with a side of charm. He is also the brains behind Drink Like Royalty, his bar consultation and private events venture. If you're looking for a bartender who knows how to make you feel like royalty, Tyler's your man!@drinklikeroyaltySupport the show

Last to show up first to leave! Halle Huff the only student, Veteran, and asian bartender at Rosemary & Beauty Queen. Granddaughter of Johnathans Pub home of the “World's Worst Sandwich” where she's originally from in Cocoa Beach, Fl. @halhuffSupport the show

Branson Summers has been in Nashville for 8 years. Originally from Memphis, his main two passions in life are bartending and playing drums. Having been at Rolf and Daughters for 5 years now, he's worked his way up to being the bar manager. You can also find him occasionally performing on the kit or providing sound baths around town.  @bransoncreatesSupport the show

Hailing from the great state of Michigan, Shua Doolan didn't start bartending until their 30s. After running a bar program for a few years, they got sober and now they bartend at an animatronic karaoke bar (their go to song is Patsy Cline's Walkin' After Midnight). You can just call them your friendly neighborhood Shua.@helloitsmeshuaSupport the show

Brandy legs, famously funny and always bouncing around. Basically fueled by fernet Menta and most definitely playing tricks on everyone around. Small body big laughs. Oops spelled dick wrong.  I know all the secret handshakes without hints. Totally not creepy trust me.  Gives u great beers.  Has cool stories and doesn't even look remotely close to Barbara Streisand.@brandylegsSup, it's Dylan (AKA D.Frost, AKA Deep Freeze, AKA Big Dilly Style, etc.) I like to party and party all the time. Fave song is Final Countdown. Fave meal is a pile of crab Rangoon @dylanthomasfrostSupport the show

Dennifer Reliford has worked in hospitality for almost 25 years. She began her server experience working at Steak n Shake in high school and transitioned into bartending during her college days. A known face among the masses, Dennifer has served/bartended in multiple well renown restaurants throughout the city.@unlocknashvilleSupport the show

Chris Krantz also known as Speedy Marketing manager for Uncle Nearest@mrspeedmonSupport the show

The man behind the brand...Clarence Darkwa grew up in the Republic of Ghana in West Africa. At the age of 10, his family moved to Nashville and made it their home. After serving his country in the U.S. military, Clarence did what everyone always thought he would do – he started a business, and then another, and another. Clarence has the passion to dream big and the work ethic to make it happen.FIYORI vodka @TheRealClarenceDarkwaSupport the show

Arthur Stacks chef/owner of Ricey and Co. Catering in Nashville,TNBirthplace ; Providence, RICurrently Resides in Nashville, TN@ohsoricey@arthur_stacksSupport the show

Nashville native "unicorn" Broadway Bartender / Manager / Black man for Downtown Broadway Brewhouse spoon feeding bachelorettes by the dozen@theblkdragon84Support the show

Willie D, Born in Montgomery Alabama, War Eagle (not Roll Tide), moved to Nashville over 12 years ago. Beer Rep/Supplier for over a decade with years of Service Industry & Distribution gigs sprinkled in as well. 36y.o. Dog Lover.Support the show

Whit HamiltonJack of all TradesMaster of MostBorn to Lose, Live to Win@resevoir_whitSupport the show

Chris Mallon is a 25 year local that has dedicated his entire professional career to the hospitality scene right here in Nashville.His first 20 years were spent in the kitchen.  Chris accepted his first head chef position by the age of 26 years old. His transition into the cocktail world began as an original bartender at the Fox Bar and Cocktail Club right here in East Nashville.Since the days at the Fox, Chris has worked with the Nashville chapter of the USBG, currently serving on the board of directors.  He is also a founding board member of the Nashville Bartender's Foundation.These days you can find Chris soreading the gospel of Tennessee Whiskey  at his popular Tennessee Whiskey Workshop experience @cheezdrinksSupport the show

The Second Fastest bartender in Nashville, Alise Alicardi!!! She's probably served you at your favorite bar. You probably thought she was mean. But really, she's just a meme-loving mom who wants you to stop doing drugs and take a nap.@alisemarieohmySupport the show

He's worked all across Middle TN ever since he moved from PCB, FL in 2010. With 15 years in the service industry and 3 years in the transportainment industry, you would think nothing surprises him. But working on party busses means you've always got a story to tell. If ever you need to feel like a superstar, this is the man to call.@tracksbyrdrSupport the show

I am a meat popsicle- @eckharditoWe have no idea what that means eitherSupport the show

Chef William Gentry makes food for people. His career started at Radio Café at the intersection 14th and Woodland in East Nashville in 1997 since then he's made a lot of food and a lot of friends. Turn and burn and fine dining. Now he tours with bands as a chef and at home works on Wedge Oak Farm.@william.a.gentrySupport the show

Kyle-Bartender from Gary, IN with stops in Atlanta and LA before Nashville. Pretentious asshole who hates pretentious assholes. My life motto is "You just gotta be one lesson ahead of the kid."@alexludovicoSupport the show

Andrew Mischke is the co-owner of Rosemary & Beauty Queen – an exquisitely cool-yet-inviting bar built out of a historic home in East Nashville's Five Points neighborhood Since opening in 2017, Rosemary has been named “Best New Bar” by the Nashville Scene, and earned national raves from publications like Conde Nast Traveler. Prior to opening Rosemary, Mischke was the longtime general manager of famed Nashville venue Mercy Lounge, fostering a close-knit community of local musicians and fans.A Tennessee native, Mischke lives in Nashville with his wife and two sons.@rbqnashvilleSupport the show

Spencer has been a bartender at Mercy Lounge (which recently closed R.I.P) for almost a decade. He also runs Emo Night Nashville with Joco. He's also been sober for 5 years!!!!@bangahrang@emonightnashvilleSupport the show

An interracial couple talking to local people about things that interest them, while trying to keep it all together. The above ground pool of podcast.@eastnashvilleyatchclubSupport the show

Shon Harmon from Paris,TN. This nigga be smokin meats. The TWO TIME TWO TIME heavyweight champ of the world. Guest hosted by Akinde Olagundoye. CHEERS!!!!!@smoqesignalsbbq@kin_dieselSupport the show

Born and raised in Texas!! Felix started in the hospitality industry at a very young age. Over the last 20 years He's had the opportunity to work for some of the largest hospitality groups. He moved to Nashville 6 years ago and has been crushing it ever since. He's currently the beverage director at the Hermitage Hotel's Drusie & Darr. Support the show

Over twenty years in the service industry between front and back of the house jobs, corporate gigs and mom & pop businesses. Twelve years of bartending in and around Nashville with six years at THE Edgefield Sports bar Grill and Bar(Lakeside for you newbies) May it Rest In Peace. @steve_stagramSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/talesfromthewalkin)

Christopher Weber has spent the past 21 years in the food and beverage industry, working at restaurants in Nashville, Seattle and San Francisco. He moved home to Nashville in 2013 to get his flagship restaurant off the ground. Earnest Bar and Hideaway has now been open five years and his future ventures are in the works.@hanshotsoloSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/talesfromthewalkin)

Carlos Uribe grew up in New York and went from maintaining bridges in Manhattan to building a Nashville-based business that teaches people to make cocktails and again a better understanding of mixology.@lisloslasSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/talesfromthewalkin)

A man that knew nothing that he knows now 4 years ago. The CATCHER FREEMAN of cocktails. He loves tequila and being able to make beautiful drinks for beautiful people. Now he runs a bar. @derrkdigglerSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/talesfromthewalkin)

Nashville native chef, who's been cooking for the past 16 years. Father of 3 and raised by a single mom. Cheers!!!@burlydadSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/talesfromthewalkin)

Jorge Eleuterio Palacios Alvarez from Juarez Mexico. He moved to the U.S. when he was 11. Mom and dad worked so that he had to lear how to cook. He's been cooking in restaurants since he was 14. Jorge is just out here trying to be one of the best chefs in the city and hopefully a Michelin star chef one day. We also have a very special guest host this episode since HBK was under the weather. Tanner Lunn is one of our good friends and one of the best to ever do it. Cheers!!!@tatatatanner@chef_jorge_palaciosSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/talesfromthewalkin)

Escaped a cult to sell her soul to the devil. Taylor has been working all over downtown for 5 years but if you can't find her behind the bar, you'll find her blacking out at brunch with her friends. If you see her out, buy her a shot of tequila, she'll love you forever.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talesfromthewalkin)

Chef - @yolannashvilleCEO/Hemp Chef - @c.b.dinnersUSMC VeteranMerry Christmas...YA FILTHY ANIMALS....And A Happy New Year....Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talesfromthewalkin)

Hailing from Indianapolis originally(who's really from here anyway). Been bartending for about 9 years and counting, 5 of which have been in Nashville. He's worked damn near every postion in the service industry from barback to bouncer to BOH to bartender. If you don't know this guy by now, you'll definitely know him by the end of this podcast. Cheers y'all!!!!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talesfromthewalkin)

Colin Lukasik is the owner of Battle on the Beach - a bar vs bar beach volleyball tournament originated in Nashville.  His goal is to help create community within the service industry with the help of music, libation, and sports.Misty Blu Hardwick18 Year Veteran Brown Forman On Premise Market Manager (TN). One of the first 2 women to be hired by BROWN FORMAN into this position in TN. While grinding in the Hospitality industry here in Nashville for several years, she also fell in love with Health and Wellness. She initiated the 5am class curriculum and grew the membership to #5amClub Shed Strong. She lives in both worlds and embraces the balance of Fitness and Hospitality Fun. Instagram: @missmistyblu                         @colinoscopy89Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talesfromthewalkin)

Middle TN native, bartender,lover of dogs,Nashville sports and general shenanigans. He's medium height and loves picking up women at bingo night. Ya boy EJ. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talesfromthewalkin)

Spice J is the most OK DJ on the planet! In addition to that, Spice J is an actor, beekeeper, and overall nice dude. Spice has opened for several artists including, but not limited to Big Freedia, Ice Cube, Machine Gun Kelly, Cage the Elephant, and Die Antwoord. Spice J is your friend!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talesfromthewalkin)

Derek Batt is a Nashville native, who got started in the service industry just over 5 years ago. He began his service industry career working for Tomkats Catering.If you're looking to catch him in action, he's normally at the Southern Steak and Oyster for brunches. If bartending was Clark Kent, then music would hold the title of Superman. Derek who goes by Dēdo is a positivity based hip hop artist. His music is here to help raise people's vibration and encourage each other to uplift one another. Whether chopping it up with guest at the bar or performing for a crowd, Dēdo tries to bring the good vibes and polity energy. Cause at the end of the day aren't we meant to enjoy this life?Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talesfromthewalkin)

Nashville Native. Your favorite bartender's favorite bartender. Stoner. Catch her downtown at Broadway Brewhouse. @lamelylalaSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/talesfromthewalkin)

The man, myth and legend himself Jamie White. Co-owner of @pearldiver_nashville and @luckys_3_star. @jamieskyguySupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/talesfromthewalkin)

No Guest, Just Us.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talesfromthewalkin)

Nashville Native, "Party" Boyd Winnett, has 15+ years in the hospitality industry ranging from clueless food runner to Director of Operations. Stuck somewhere between "hating all social interaction" and "can't give the industry up". Boyd relishes the lessons the industry has given along with the toll it has taken.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talesfromthewalkin)

This episode is all about celebrating us making it to 20 episodes. Our good friend Charlotte Miller stops by with her business partner Jason Luntz. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talesfromthewalkin)

Boston born, Nashville raised. Angelo Santostefano aka AJ aka John Gnocchi is a bartender.  Being a (somewhat) native, AJ brings a point of view of Nashville  from a locals perspective.   Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talesfromthewalkin)

Chuck Anderson is a co-host of Fastbreak Breakfast Podcast. The Miami native and Heat fanatic has worked in the comedy and entertainment business for over 15 years. He even helped break the Guinness world record for longest standup comedy set in 2015. He's had every job known to man and was also the owner of the food truck Death from a Bun. Not to mention he was a badass chef at the gone, but not forgotten, Green Pheasant.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talesfromthewalkin)

Slinging drinks & swinging dong. Colorado native turned local Nashvillian, 30 year old Austin Miranda shares his stories about bartending downtown, male entertainment, and his journey thus far.....@austins_mirandarights@the_austin_mirandaSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/talesfromthewalkin)

It's that Latin bitch…..Pouring so much...Casa Call Yo Migos….Fuck is a weekday, it's always the WKND! @$latinalolita a bitch gotta eat

Born and raised in Bama..He's been in Nashville for almost a decade. Between making music, cooking and bartending, he has fell in love with the city and he'  here for the good vibes.Instagram:@jhamm_oa@friends_facts_fiction2Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talesfromthewalkin)

Eric Whitman is from Port Angeles WA. He was born October 30th, 1988. That was the day that he attempted to ruin his mother's vagina by forcing his giant head through her pussy. The number 1 song of that year was fucking Kokomo by The Beach Boys… He moved to Nashville in 2010 for music obviously and ended up in the service industry like a lot of us do. He's been in management/BOH his entire life because he had zero control of his mouth. KEEP HIM AWAY FROM CUSTOMERS AT ALL COST!!!!! His pronouns are huge/dick. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talesfromthewalkin)

Don Hernandez. 25+ year veteran of the bar  and restaurant Industry. Chicago transplant.Director of Food and Beverage for BentoLiving Chestnut Hill, which is an hotel and event space located near Wedgewood Houston in Nashville. He is also the current VP of the United States Bartenders Guild, Nashville Chapter. Don is passionate about mentoring bartenders in an effort to encourage their growth and longevity in the industry. Instagram: @Bar_Dad615Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talesfromthewalkin)

Harry Potter Nerd and Proud Sigma, who occasionally puts liquids into cups for people to enjoy.Cheers!Instagram:@jonnybhowardSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/talesfromthewalkin)

Charlotte Miller, chef and owner, affectionately named Mama Blanche after her paternal great-grandmother. Miller is a classically trained Fine Dining Chef. Charlotte has cooked for some of the biggest celebrities of our time: Paul McCartney, Stevie Wonder, Lionel Richie, Jennifer Lopez, and Tom Petty. Likewise, her resume includes some of the best hotels in the world: Little Palm Island, Hawks Cay, and Hermitage Hotel- a Five Star, Five Diamond, and James Beard nominated property. Instagram - @mamablanchenashvilleSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/talesfromthewalkin)

This episode features one of our good friends,  Tommy Putnam. Lead Bass player for the band,  Moon Taxi and an ex-service industry professional.@tommyputnam@moon_taxi  Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talesfromthewalkin)