The Life of Luxe Podcast

Part One of our two-part interview with Actor, Investor, Podcaster and Co-Founder of Palm Republic Rum, Eric Winter.On This Episode:Bocce ball tournament's at Mario Lopez's houseThe Success of “The Rookie” on ABCMichael Bay worthy action sequencesEric's indirect path to actingNever ask out an extraEric's first big break A Musical Cop Show with Hugh JackmanOne step away from being a Fire FighterThe Hollywood HustleBest and Worst Actors to work withThe Big Role Eric didn't getNudity on The Ugly TruthGet more info on Palm Republic Rum at palmrepublicrum.comFollow us on Social Media - @lifeofluxeFor Merch and Business Inquiries visit - www.lifeofluxela.com

While we are on hiatus preparing for season 2,  we decided to share some unreleased recordings from our practice runs before the Podcast launched.  Enjoy!On this episode:Joel is NOT an influencerThe Draw (Get to know Ben and Joel)Not so Rapid Fire AnswersAiring of GrievancesNothing better than Late Night In-n-Out Follow us on Social Media - @lifeofluxeFor Merch and Business Inquiries visit - www.lifeofluxela.com

While we are on hiatus preparing for season 2,  we decided to share some unreleased recordings from our practice runs before the Podcast launched.  Enjoy!On this episode: Plush PicksJoel's Tampa findsWhen to crack bottlesPandemic Picks for JoelBlind wine tastingOn the menu: Willett Family Estate - Life of Luxe/Corona Cigar Co. 8yr (Barrel no. 2120) 124.6 proofFollow us on Social Media - @lifeofluxeFor Merch and Business Inquiries visit - www.lifeofluxela.com

While we are on hiatus preparing for season 2,  we decided to share some unreleased recordings from our practice runs before the Podcast launched.  Enjoy!On this episode:What is Luxe to us?The inaugural 'Luxe or Sux'Get to know Ben and JoelOn the menu:Weller 12Willett Wheated 8yr BourbonFollow us on Social Media - @lifeofluxeFor Merch and Business Inquiries visit - www.lifeofluxela.com

Wrapping up an incredible first season of the Life of Luxe Podcast and all the 2023 Life of Luxe events.  No breaks, all talk, only slightly edited.On this episode:Season 1 wrap upBen calls Joel outBordeaux with Bolognese? Don't steal from Life of Luxe EventsBen and Joel's favorite pours of the SeasonJoel's confession (Breaking News!!)Crushing the stash during CovidJoel's never going to sell his whiskeyWillett Life of Luxe Event RecapJoel teases some 2024 releasesBen needed to detox from CigarsPoor Man's Pappy Secret IngredientAir kills bourbonJoel's favorite Picks of the YearRare Character and Joel resurrecting a legendary bourbon brand (Breaking News!!) Ben isn't man enough for Elijah Craig Barrel ProofOn the menu:1940's Pikeville Maryland Straight Rye WhiskeyElijah Craig Barrel Proof Batch 1Poor Man's Pappy Life of Luxe Blend (60% Weller Antique 107/40% Weller 12)Willett Family Estate Kentucky Straight Bourbon Life of Luxe 2019Follow us on Social Media - @lifeofluxeFor Merch and Business Inquiries visit - www.lifeofluxela.com

An interview with Staves & Grain Co-Founders, James and Eric.In this episode:An expensive day for Uncle SunnyLife of Luxe 10th Anniversary EventBen may never financially recover from this eventPablo's Crazy Pours from the Old Lightning Pop-up ShopStaves and Grain Experimental Series with Life of LuxeFirst time Joel has picked a finish whiskeyJoel's recipe (50/50 blend of these picks)Beautiful Glencarin decanter - looks like moneyA Staves and Grain trifecta to comeStaves and Grain Elevator PitchJames is a Whiskey GeekWe are very curiousNo timeframe for ExperimentalsStaves and Grain Based in New Jersey - why not Kentucky?How do you see the brand going in the next five years?Time and Patience is on our sideThe first Staves and Grain PickTransparency in Sourcing ProductReasonable Prices and Keeping Money in the BottleWhy get involved with Life of Luxe?What's next for Staves and Grain?@stavesandgrain on Instagram and FacebookOn the menu:Trinidad Cuban CigarStaves and Grain Experimental Series - Life of Luxe/Corona Cigar No. 1 (Maraschino Liqueur) 95/5 MGP Rye 7yr.Staves and Grain Experimental Series - Life of Luxe/Corona Cigar No. 2 (Italian Amaro) 95/5 MGP Rye 7yr.Staves and Grain Experimental Series - Stout Finished RyeFollow us on Social Media - @lifeofluxeFor Merch and Business Inquiries visit - www.lifeofluxela.com

Some last minute shopping recommendations for that special someone.Bourbon $25-$35Buffalo TraceBourbon $40-$80Willett Family(Noah's Mill, Rowan's Creek, Johnny Drum, Old Bardstown, Willett Rye, etc.)Bourbon over $100Rare Character FortunaRare Character Fortuna Barrel ProofWine $35-$50BV TapestryWine $50-$100Laurent Perrier Brut Rose  Chateau La Lagune BordeauxHDV ChardonnayWine over $100Heitz Trailside Cabernet SauvignonChateau Haut-Bailly BordeauxChateau Haut-Brion BordeauxSea Smoke Pinot NoirCigarsTatuaje Pork TenderloinTatuaje 20th AnniversaryFuente Rare PinkDavidoff Grand Cru No. 2 or No. 3Zino Platinum Grand MasterSuper Luxe ItemsNFT Cigars(Atabey, Tatuaje Anarchy, Golden bull)Davidoff Royal CigarsRare Character Exceptional Series WhiskeyWillett Family Estate BourbonHarlan Estate Brands(Harlan, Maiden, Bond, The Mascot)Any Life of Luxe PicksFollow us on Social Media - @lifeofluxeFor Merch and Business Inquiries visit - www.lifeofluxela.com

A two-part interview with MotorTrend Senior Features Editor, TV and Podcast Host and Super Cool dude, Jonny Lieberman. In this episode: Jonny's first gig at MotorTrendIf I can't do it, let's figure it out nowJonny's process for testing and reviewingIt's literally NOT rocket science A Prius is not a Bugatti Make it interestingGetting reviews wrongMy wife vomited in an Aston MartinFord GT in a drive through car washFerrari banned me for lifeJumping a G WagonEpic Drives in Scotland with BentleyStaying at the Easter-Elchies house at MacallenYou can never repeat this storySick - A Proper Scottish AdventureThe EV future of automobilesOn the menu:“Candy Crush” Willett Family Estate Rye - Life of Luxe Barrel Pick (319) - 7 year, 117 proof“Life of Luxe 2019” Willett Family Estate Bourbon (792) - Life of Luxe Barrel Pick 15year 122 proof2014 Limited Edition PartagasFollow us on Social Media - @lifeofluxeFor Merch and Business Inquiries visit - www.lifeofluxela.com

A two-part interview with MotorTrend Senior Features Editor, TV and Podcast Host and Super Cool dude, Jonny Lieberman. In this episode:What is Cynar?Jonny is remoteThe difference in  Blanton's bottlesJoel is soft and sweet - like his picksJonny's weight loss journeyNo one cheats onceFitness while traveling with Will VargasThe Lido Deck with Drew StoddardQuality ShizzHow Jonny and Joel metA Zebra wrapped FerrariMy eyes exploded and I rose up to HeavenBro, If you know you know and you don't knowLockjaw from drinking so muchJonny's backgroundYou don't have to start from conceptionJunior Technological EvangelistIf you don't get out of this chair right now, in ten years you'll still be sitting here5 years of working hard and no moneyNever say noShut the door, Right now, yes or no, Senior Editor I could never envision you could make money writing for a car websiteYou'll never work here, kid80% of success is showing up - Woody AllenWriter's BlockYou're a pretty angry dude, apparentlyTherapy helped a lotChugging 15yr Willett out of the bottleJonny 17.0On the menu:Blanton's Gold UK Edition - 103 proof2014 Limited Edition PartagasFollow us on Social Media - @lifeofluxeFor Merch and Business Inquiries visit - www.lifeofluxela.com

A preview of the upcoming two-part interview with MotorTrend's Senior Features Editor, TV and Podcast Host and Super Cool dude, Jonny Lieberman.The DrawWhat does Luxe mean to you?What is a Luxe gift for the car lover?What is a question you wished people would ask you?Why no “h” in Jonny?What do you wish you would have known about this industry?Follow us on Social Media - @lifeofluxeFor Merch and Business Inquiries visit - www.lifeofluxela.com

A two-part interview with Corona Cigar Co. GM and Beverage Director, From the J.C. Newman Diamond Crown Lounge at Corona Cigar Company in Tampa, FLIn this episodeEarly Christmas GiftsOne man's trash…Different Mash billsThe inside scoop on the spirit industryThe 3 people who have Tommy's respectWorking for the governmentCorona's come upFreezing CigarsLearning from a high end clienteleHow Joel and Tommy metWhy Joel and Tommy get alongThe DrawRare Character/Life of Luxe event detailsOn The Menu:La Flor Dominicana Andalusian Bull - The Golden Bull NFT CigarArturo Fuente, Don Carlos Eye of the Bull CigarCorona Cigar Co/Life of Luxe E.H. Taylor Single Barrel. 10 yearStagg Corona Cigar Co Barrel Pick - 139.4 proofRare Character Corona Cigar Co/Life of Luxe Barrel Pick - 7yr, 116 proofFollow us on Social Media - @lifeofluxeFor Merch and Business Inquiries visit - www.lifeofluxela.com

A two-part interview with Corona Cigar Co. GM and Beverage Director Tommy DeAddio. From the J.C. Newman Diamond Crown Lounge at Corona Cigar Company in Tampa, FLOn this episode:A lot of TitlesCorona Cigar Co is awesomeWhy Tommy is the CandymanThe biggest mistake in Barrel PickingSaying No isn't a bad thingTommy's Barrel Tasting ProcessTommy's Epic PicksElmer T. Lee Corona's Budget Friendly PoursHow Air and Cigar Smoke effect BourbonThe Bourbon Craze is Simmering DownThe state of the spirits industryTommy's favorite pickWolfgang Puck makes good picksTommy doesn't care what you thinkOn the menu:La Flor Dominicana Andalusian Bull - The Golden Bull NFT CigarArturo Fuente, Don Carlos Eye of the Bull CigarCorona Cigar Co/Life of Luxe E.H. Taylor Single Barrel. 10 yearFollow us on Social Media - @lifeofluxeFor Merch and Business Inquiries visit - www.lifeofluxela.com

Life of Luxe, Rare Character and Corona Cigar Tampa Event Recap with Sunny and Edwin “The Fish” from the J.C. Newman Diamond Crown Lounge at Corona Cigar Company in Tampa, FLIn this episode:Why Sunny hangs out with JoelBen's Reflections on the eventJoel's motivationCigar NFT'sBirthday Smoke/Breakfast Smoke?What makes Life of Luxe events special?Ben makes a confession about his lack of cigar knowledgeNothing wrong with throwing up after your first cigarEdwin the Fish joins the showEdwin and Joel's first date and epic poursEdwin's impressions of Life of Luxe EventsWe need more ladies at Life of Luxe EventsEdwin's definition of LuxeJoel's breakdown of the eventRunning to buy bottles and trying to resale themTired of Chasing UnicornsEdwin's favorite Life of Luxe PicksMore Life of Luxe Fun to ComeOn the MenuLa Flor Dominicana Andalusian Bull - The Golden Bull NFT CigarFollow us on Social Media - @lifeofluxeFor Merch and Business Inquiries visit - www.lifeofluxela.com

A three-part interview with Rare Character Whiskey Company Co-Founder Pablo Moix, From the J.C. Newman Diamond Crown Lounge at Corona Cigar Company in Tampa, FLOn this episode:Inspiration for the Rare Character nameBeing consistently inconsistentRoom for Jazz in BourbonMcDonald's French Fries and Universal DeliciousnessA Design nightmarePablo's favorite expressionsRIO from Money HeistUnderstanding Joel's palate and thoughtfulnessHow Joel and Pablo became friendsTrust, Trust Me and Trust Me FullyThe Hollywood BottleThe Obliteration StoryThis smells expensive!Something to be celebratedOn the menu:Rare Character Single Barrel Series: Straight Kentucky Rye Whiskey, Selected by Bourbon Street Wine & Spirits. Cask Strength, 7yrFortuna: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey. 6yr, 102 proofRare Character: Obliteration. 143.80 Proof, 14 years oldFollow us on Social Media - @lifeofluxeFor Merch and Business Inquiries visit - www.lifeofluxela.com

A three-part interview with Rare Character Whiskey Company Co-Founder Pablo Moix, From the J.C. Newman Diamond Crown Lounge at Corona Cigar Company in Tampa, FLOn this episode:Getting fired from Cheesecake FactoryPablo's big break in LAHustle, Hard Work and learning a lotInspiration from KobeScopa Italian RootsCOVID Shutdowns in LA“Dude, Where's the Sassicaia?”Old Lightning“I don't know what that is.  Do you have the Pappy?”Pablo's Barrel Hunting Obsession“Do you have anything in the back?”All Cash. No Tax.On the menu:Rare Character Single Barrel Series: Straight Kentucky Rye Whiskey, Selected by Bourbon Street Wine & Spirits. Cask Strength, 7yrFortuna: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey. 6yr, 102 proofRare Character: Obliteration. 143.80 Proof, 14 years oldFollow us on Social Media - @lifeofluxeFor Merch and Business Inquiries visit - www.lifeofluxela.com

A three-part interview with Rare Character Whiskey Company Co-Founder Pablo Moix, From the J.C. Newman Diamond Crown Lounge at Corona Cigar Company in Tampa, FLIn This Episode:The best way to fight Jet Lag Rye for the Bourbon DrinkerRestaurants don't have to be “in between” jobsHospitality is a passion and makes you better with customer serviceGet the steak at Scopa…and the meatballs…and the five pound charcuterie boardPablo likes cashHow Pablo got started as a bartender in Queens, NYBeing thoughtful with customer relationshipsBartenders get the girlsJack Daniel's is not a bourbonMobsters give good tipsWhy Bourbon captured Pablo's heartA “Cocktail” quality flare gamePablo's whole life has been a side hustleHow 9/11 changed Pablo's trajectory in the industryPablo's first job in LA at the Cheesecake FactoryNY experience is not LA experienceThe Four Seasons book with the answer for anythingStaying at an Adult Film Star hotel for a few daysThursday night happy hour with Adult Film StarsOn the Menu:Rare Character Single Barrel Series: Straight Kentucky Rye Whiskey, Selected by Bourbon Street Wine & Spirits. Cask Strength. 7yrFortuna: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey. 6yr, 102 proofRare Character: Obliteration. 143.80 Proof, 14 years oldFollow us on Social Media - @lifeofluxeFor Merch and Business Inquiries visit - www.lifeofluxela.com

In this episode:Joel reflects on the brand as the Life of Luxe turns ten.The definition of LuxeLove of John Mayer10 Year Anniversary SwagLA Nights and the growth of the brandHow Joel got into eventsJoel is not an influencersLuxe or Sux SegmentWhat's next for Life of Luxe?A Surprise for BenOn the Menu for this Episode: Nashville Barrel Company - 6yr, MGP 117 proofRare Character Life of Luxe “X” - 7yr Life of Luxe Willett samples Follow us on Social Media - @lifeofluxeFor Merch and Business Inquiries visit - www.lifeofluxela.com

In this episode:Frequently asked questions in the Spirits industryRyan Seacrest's careerScotch is from Scotland and other peaty tid-bitsTasting by proofDo you finish whiskey because it sucks? Or to gain market share?On-air Staves and Grain barrel pick for Life of LuxeOn the Menu for this Episode: Wolves American Malt Whiskey Lot 1, 7 year/110 proofRare Character Kentucky Straight Malt Whiskey Single Barrel, 14.5 year/135 proofLife of Luxe Barrel Samples - Armagnac 7yr Rye, Cynar 7yr Rye, Luxardo Cherry 7yr RyeFollow us on Social Media - @lifeofluxeFor Merch and Business Inquiries visit - www.lifeofluxela.com

In this episode:Ben recaps his 40th birthday trip to Pebble BeachSpanish Bay Fire Pits and overpriced cigarsCigar hangoversGenesis of Joel's passion for cigarsCigar cultureJoel's favorite cigar producersTips for hitting up a cigar storeCigar Ettiquite Luxe or Sux SegmentCigar and drink pairingsUpcoming Life of Luxe eventsOn the Menu for this Episode: Life of Luxe - Poor man's Pappy recipe Weller 107/Weller 12Davidoff Grand Cru No. 2  Follow us on Social Media - @lifeofluxeFor Merch and Business Inquiries visit - www.lifeofluxela.com

In this Episode: Ben and Joel get intimate with WineWine as a representation of peopleWhy wine delivery sucksOur favorite wines of all time$50 and $100 bottles that mean something to usLuxe or Sux segment Greek Mythology and The Judgment of ParisOn the Menu for this Episode: 2016 Fisher Vineyards Mountain Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2017 Silver Oak Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon2018 antler Hill chalk hill Pinot Noir2020 Flowers Sonoma Coast Pinot NoirBardstown Bourbon Co - Four Square Rum FinishFollow us on Social Media - @lifeofluxeFor Merch and Business Inquiries visit - www.lifeofluxela.com

In this episode:Ben's Dilemma Joel's Trip to see the 'Candyman' in Tampa, Fl.Store Picks'Luxe or Sucks' SegmentJoel's visit to the Nashville Barrel Company and they try his potential barrel picks On the Menu for this Episode: Russel's Reserve Private Barrel Selection Single Barrel - Selected by the Old Hickory Whiskey Bar in Pensacola, Fl.Michter's 10 year Single BarrelOld Forester King RanchFollow us on Social Media - @lifeofluxeFor Merch and Business Inquiries visit - www.lifeofluxela.com