Who Gives a Dram?

Connor sits down to recap the year, give his favorite movie, TV show, and MMA fight of 2023, and wish everyone a Happy New Year!Buy McTavish Spirits here https://mctavishspirits.com/

It has been a while since we've posted an episode of the podcast, but I wanted to hop on quickly to discuss my Uncle Craig a year after his death, and the things I've learned since that terrible night one year ago.I also discuss my new business venture, McTavish Spirits.Buy McTavish 7yr Bottled in Bond here https://mctavishspirits.com/

This week, I am proud to *finally* have my little sister, Grace, join the show.  Gracie just recently graduated from Plymouth State University's musical theater program, and just wrapped her first performance post college as Wednesday Addams in The Addams Family.Although Grace isn't a whiskey drinker, I decided to put Gracie through a blind tasting of four popular Buffalo Trace bourbons - Weller Special Reserve, Eagle Rare, Blanton's, and a special mystery bourbon.  Grace ranks the 4 whiskeys and talks us through what she smells & tastes on each.We also talk about why Grace got into musical theater, her favorite broadway shows and performers, her past roles, why she's the Aquafina of musical theater, and much more!Find all of Grace's information, including her Youtube and social media, via her website here https://www.gracemegangilbert.com/

This week, I am joined by my cousin Tessa to sip the two bottles that we won during the silent auction of the 2023 Bourbon Ball - Ardbeg 19yr ' Traigh Bhan' and Lagavulin 14yr, specially selected by Jordan Paisley, distillery manager at Lagavulin. Tessa, as some of you may know, is the daughter of my Uncle Craig and the wife of my cousin John, both of whom passed away.  Tessa and I recap the Bourbon Ball and talk about dealing with death and suicide, all while sipping some incredibly rare scotch.This was a heavy episode, but an episode I enjoyed recording.   We do our best to float in as many jokes as we can in between the morbid talk.  I hope you guys enjoy it as well.Listen to Tessa's new podcast, 'Died By Suicide', here https://open.spotify.com/show/0RaGRyJPn90CdhF3uqXNv9

Howdy!  It's been a bit since I've recorded a podcast.  I've been traveling a lot in the last 6 weeks, but I am finally back home and gearing up for a lot more content soon.This week, I recap the 2023 Bourbon Ball, held at Castle & Ket Distillery and The Kentucky Castle on June 30th & July 1st.  We were able to raise thousands of dollars for Folds of Honor.I also discuss getting chance to meet legendary racehorse American Pharoah and top stallion Uncle Mo at Ashland Stud in Woodford County, KY, as well as an amazing podcast experience with Brent Elliot and Graham McTavish at Four Roses Distillery, and other things I've been doing in my absence.  Thanks for listening!  

Ever wondered how a honey barrel-finished bourbon whiskey tastes? Curious about my John Wick movie franchise ranking? You're in the right place! Join me as I catch you up on all the excitement in my life, from family matters to work, and share my latest whiskey adventures. As we sip on a unique single barrel bourbon whiskey from Starlight Distillery, I'll reveal my John Wick favorites and discuss why the series holds a special place in my heart.But that's not all! We'll also dive into the upcoming UFC fight card and my predictions, including the Charles Olivera vs Beneil Dariush fight, the Amanda Nunes main event, and other thrilling matchups. And while we're at it, let's get to know Starlight Distillers, a family-owned and operated distillery based in Borden, Indiana.To wrap it all up, I'll share my tasting experience of this exceptional honey bourbon from Starlight Distillers, describing its unique flavors and characteristics. So, grab a glass and join me on this exciting journey through whiskey, movies, and more.

Thank you for tuning into Episode 122 of Who Gives a Dram!  This week, for the first time in the 2 years I've been doing this show, I decide to take some listener questions.  Some are whiskey related, and some are DEFINITELY not.   Hope you enjoy!

Thank you for tuning into Episode 121 of Who Gives A Dram!  This week, I am joined by my pal Chris from The Whiskey Noobs Podcast.Chris and I chat about being a whiskey podcaster and content creator, how and why he started his podcast, the progression of his brand, our desert island whiskeys, and much more!Listen To The Whiskey Noobs Podcast Here https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whiskey-noobs/id1565342647Follow Chris on IG here https://www.instagram.com/whiskey_noobs/Follow Chris on Tik Tok here https://www.tiktok.com/@whiskeynoobspodcast

Thank you for tuning into Episode 120 of Who Gives A Dram!  This week, Ryan returns to talk about his 2000lb total at the RPS Powerlifting Meet this past weekend, including his 835lb deadlift.  We also sip on a dram of Bunnahabhain 12yr to celebrate this milestone like gentlemen. Other topics discussed include the mindset before hitting a PR, origins of the Bolduc Wing, what Ryan eats the day of the meet, and the most food Ryan has eaten in one sitting (the answer will surprise you).FOLLOW THE BOLDUC WING https://www.instagram.com/bolducwing/FOLLOW RYAN (If you want to I guess) https://www.instagram.com/ryanbolduc76/

Thank you for tuning into Episode 119 of Who Gives A Dram!  This week I go over the whiskeys that I currently find myself reaching for more than others.  There's no rhyme or reason - this is just what I've been drinking for the past few months!We also talk Guardians of the Galaxy 3 this weekend, the new Flash trailer, and preview UFC 288.

Thank you for tuning into Episode 118 of Who Gives A Dram!  This week we sip on a dram of Larceny Barrel Proof Batch B522, released in May of 2022. We also preview the Season 3 finale of The Mandalorian, discuss this weekends box office #s and The Super Mario Bros Movie's historic second weekend, discuss the MCU keeping Jonathan Majors as Kang the Conquerer despite domestic abuse allegations, debate what is next for Max Holloway and I explain why I think Jake Paul vs Nate Diaz does 1 million PPV buys in August.0:00:00 - 0:17:05 - Intro + Larceny Barrel Proof B522 Initial Tasting0:17:05 - 0:27:28 - The Mandalorian Season 3 Finale Predictions0:27:28 - 0:33:19 - MCU Keeping Jonathan Majors as Kang the Conquerer Despite Accusations0:33:19 - 0:37:45 - Weekend Box Office #s & The Super Mario Bros Movies' Historic Second Weekend0:37:45 - 0:44:36 - What Is Next For Max Holloway?0:44:36 - 0:49:23 - Why I Think Jake Paul vs Nate Diaz Will Do 1 Million PPV Buys0:49:23 - 0:51:35 - Why Doing Stuff Alone Is Awesome0:51:35 - 0:59:00 - Final Larceny Barrel Proof B522 Rating + Comparison With Larceny Barrel Proof C921

Thank you for tuning into Episode 117 of Who Gives A Dram!  This week we sip on a dram of Larceny Barrel Proof Batch C921, released in September of 2021. We also recap UFC 287, the retirement of Jorge Masvidal and the amazing KO victory for Israel Adesanya, debate if Izzy is the greatest Middleweight ever, discuss this weeks box office numbers and the success of the Super Mario Bros movie, touch on the success of non superhero movies post COVID, and talk about watching sex scenes with your parents.Check out Nick Bosse on Spotify.  Always appreciate Nick letting me use his music here on the podcast!  https://open.spotify.com/artist/2Sr54j70oo1XIFYaLmgx2P?si=8SpfKIbASoWH9y702fOiaA0:00:00 - 0:24:17 - Intro + Larceny Barrel Proof C921 Review0:24:17 - 0:47:11 - UFC 287 Recap, Jorge Masvidal Retirement & Is Israel Adesanya Him?0:47:11 - 0:52:01 - Weekend Box Office #'s and The Success Of Non Superhero Movies Post COVID0:52:01 - 0:56:06 - Final Larceny Barrel Proof C921 Rating

Thank you for tuning into Episode 116 of Who Gives A Dram!  This week we sip on a dram of High West Bourbon (formally American Prairie Bourbon).We also preview UFC 287, recap Wrestlemania 39, discuss why the main event was booked correctly as opposed to the general fan consensus on the internet, and I give my WWE Mount RushmoreCheck out Nick Bosse on Spotify.  Always appreciate Nick letting me use his music here on the podcast!  https://open.spotify.com/artist/2Sr54j70oo1XIFYaLmgx2P?si=8SpfKIbASoWH9y702fOiaA0:00:00 - 00:18:15 - Intro + High West Bourbon Review0:18:15 - 0:39:33 - UFC 287 Preview & Predictions0:39:33 - 0:44:11 - Wrestlemania 39 Reaction 0:44:11 - 0:47:30 - My WWE Mount Rushmore0:47:30 - 0:53:13 - Cody Rhodes vs Roman Reigns Reaction + Shane McMahon and Snoop Dogg at Wrestlemania 0:53:13 - 0:59:01 - Final High West Bourbon Rating + Random Movie/TV Talk

Thank you for tuning into Episode 115 of Who Gives A Dram!  With a late release this week due to me having bad tummy aches, we sip on a dram of Horse Soldier Barrel Proof Wheated Bourbon.We also preview Wrestlemania 39, talk about the timeline of when you become a wrestling fan, preview Gamebred Boxing 4, and review my most anticipated movie of 2023 - John Wick 4.0:00:00 - 0:16:40 - Intro + Horse Soldier Barrel Proof Wheated Bourbon Review0:16:40 - 0:25:00 - Wrestlemania 39 Preview0:25:00 - 0:27:28 - Gamebred Boxing 4 Preview0:27:28 - 0:43:09 - John Wick 4 Review0:43:09 - 0:47:34 - Final Horse Soldier Rating

Thank you for tuning in to Episode 114 of Who Gives A Dram.  On this third week of Irish Whisky Month, we sit down and review a dram of Keeper's Heart Irish + American Whisky AND Keeper's Heart Irish + Bourbon. We also recap my trip to Colorado this past weekend, where I selected barrel picks at 291 Distillery and 10th Mountain Distillery.  Other topics include: UFC 286 Recap, 'The Menu' Movie Review, What I Find Creepy in Movies & Getting Very Excited for John Wick 4.0:00:00 - 0:12:00 - Intro + Colorado Trip Recap0:12:00 - 0:17:40 - UFC 286 Recap0:17:40 - 0:30:05 - 'The Menu' Movie Review0:30:05 - 0:33:00 - Seeing John Wick 4 This Friday0:33:00 - 0:51:38 - Keeper's Heart Irish Whiskey + American & Irish Whiskey + Bourbon Whiskey Reviews

Thank you for tuning in to Episode 113 of Who Gives A Dram.  To continue Irish Whisky Month,  we review a dram of the Peaky Blinders inspired Bushmills Prohibition Recipe Irish WhiskyWe also preview UFC 286 - Usman v Edwards 3 and my trip to Colorado this weekend for a barrel pick at 10th Mountain Whiskey, and we discuss the 2023 Oscars, The Last of Us Season Finale, The Mandalorian Episode 2, Jon Bernthal confirmed to return as The Punisher in Daredevil: Born Again, this weekends box office numbers and Scream 6, John Wick 4 being praised as one of the best action movies in recent memory, and we review this weeks Movie of the Week, Puss In Boots 2: The Last Wish.  0:00:00 - 0:12:44 - Intro + Colorado Trip This Weekend0:12:44 - 0:21:48 - UFC 286 Preview0:21:48 - 0:27:14 - Oscars 2023 Recap0:27:14 - 0:31:31 - The Last Of Us Season Finale0:31:31 - 0:33:45 - The Madalorian Episode 20:33:45 - 0:37:33 - Jon Bernthal Returning As The Punisher0:37:33 - 0:41:13 - Weekend Box Office Numbers + Scream 60:41:13 - 0:44:31 - Puss In Boots 2: The Last Wish Review0:44:31 - 0:48:09 - John Wick 4 89% Rotten Tomatoes Score0:49:09 - 0 :59:17 - Bushmills Prohibition Recipe Review

Today in this special BONUS EPISODE of Who Gives A Dram, we are coming to you LIVE from the 2023 Gilbert St. Patrick's Day Party.  The corned beef is hot, green is everywhere, and the whiskey is flowing.  Sit back and enjoy the random guests that joined me from a very entertaining night. 0:00:00 - 0:06:19 - Intro + Kale0:06:19 - 0:25:53 - My sister Grace talks about her musical theater career  and her boyfriend Aiden talks listening to Who Gives A Dram to learn more about whiskey.0:25:53 - 0:34:03 - Ryan joins the podcast again to talk powerlifting and his favorite St. Patricks Day Party memories. 0:34:03 - 0:49:14 - Uncle Mike makes his long awaited debut on the show to review Red Breast 12yr Irish Whisky and talk the inspiration behind our annual St Pattys Day Party0:49:15 - 0:54:21 - Cousin Liz and Godmother Linda join the show and talk about there favorite St Pattys Day Party memories0:54:21 - 1:04:54 - The Prince of Mystic aka Steven Zelepos joins the show to talk his new job, his family pizza shop Mystic Pizza, memories from growing up together, and what whiskey he drinks1:04:54 - 1:08:59 - Declan and Ronan Bolduc join the show to talk about Star Wars, chocolate milk, and their future Who Gives a Dram episode1:08:59 - 01:13:25 - Jordan Dutra joins the show to talk St Pattys Day memories and the Portuguese beverage he drinks the most. Thank you for tuning into the shenanigans!  Sláinte!

Thank you for tuning in to Episode 112 of Who Gives A Dram, and the first week of Irish Whisky Month here at WGAD Studios!  This week,  we review a dram of the newly released Proper Twelve Apple Irish Whisky compliments of the Champ Champ himself, Conor McGregor.We also recap the incredible UFC 285 event from this past Saturday, discuss the GOAT Jon Jones, review a sneaky good rom com 'Ticket to Paradise' starring George Clooney & Julia Roberts, The Mandalorian Season 3 Premiere, Creed 3 crossing 100 million worldwide in its opening weekend, and much more! 0:00:00 - 0:08:03 - Intro0:08:03 - 0:31:35 - UFC 285 Recap + Jon Jones is the GOAT0:31:35 - 0:39:00 - 'Ticket to Paradise' Movie Review0:39:00 - 0:42:04 - The Mandalorian Season 3 Episode 10:42:04 - 0:44:03 - Creed 3 Crosses 100 Million Worldwide Opening Weekend0:44:03 - 0:59:58 - Proper Twelve Apply Irish Whisky Review

Thank you for tuning in to Episode 111 of Who Gives A Dram!  This week,  we review a dram of Four Roses Small Batch Select.We also preview this weekends UFC 285 event headlined by Jon Jones vs Ciryl Gane, discuss Ant Man 3's abysmal second weekend, the new Lord of the Rings movies rumor, Jake Paul v Tommy Fury, the new Who Gives A Dram logo, The Mandalorian Season 3 starting this week, Cocaine Bear being the #1 movie in the country, Creed 3, and apparently Aquaman 2 sucks.  And much, much more! 0:00:00 - Intro0:06:11 - UFC 285 Preview0:16:23 - Jake Paul v Tommy Fury Reaction0:18:49 - My NEW Logo0:22:54 - Ant Man 3 Historically Bad 2nd Weekend0:26:53 - The Mandalorian Season 3 Starts This Week!0:28:55 - New Lord Of The Rings Movies?0:33:19 - Cocaine Bear #1 Movie In The Country (who would have thought?)0:35:35 - Apparently Aquaman 2 Screen Tested Terribly0:39:44 - I'm Pumped For Creed 30:41:09 - Four Roses Small Batch Select Review

Thank you for tuning in to Episode 110 of Who Gives A Dram!  This week,  we review a dram of George Dickel Bottled in Bond Tennessee Whisky.

Thank you for tuning in to Episode 109 of Who Gives A Dram!  This week,  we review a dram of Castle and Key's Wheated Bourbon. We also discuss the new UFC fight announcements including Conor McGregor vs Michael Chandler, we preview Alexander Volkanovski vs Islam Makhachev this weekend for the Undisputed UFC Lightweight Championship, The Last Of Us on HBO Max, Super Bowl predictions & Super Bowl traditions, and much more!0:00:00 - Intro0:03:43 - Conor McGregor vs Michael Chandler0:08:41 - Israel Adesanya vs Alex Pereira + Jorge Masvidal vs Gilbert Burns0:11:41 - Jon Jones vs Ciryl Gane0:13:23 - Previewing Alexander Volkanovski vs Islam Makhachev 0:18:49 - The Last Of US0:22:05 - Hype For Ant Man Quantumania0:25:22 - Super Bowl 57 Predictions + Super Bowl Traditions0:32:32 - Castle & Key Wheated Bourbon Review

Today I honor the life of a dear friend, a good man, but most importantly, Kin.   SFC John Harrington.  You will forever be missed. Read about John's life here: https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/theday/name/john-harrington-obituary?id=38732085Kin is Kin

Thank you for tuning in to Episode 108 of Who Gives A Dram!  This week,  we review a dram of the Stagg (no junior) Batch 18. We also discuss podcast plans moving into the new year, and my most anticipated movies, TV shows, and UFC fights of 20230:00:00 - Intro0:02:40 - Season Depression + 2023 Plans0:10:40 - 2023 Most Anticipated Movies0:29:21 - 2023 Most Anticipated TV Shows0:37:49 - UFC Dream Fights 20230:44:02 - Stagg Batch 18 Review

Thank you for tuning in to Episode 107 of Who Gives A Dram!  This week,  we recap what an incredible year 2022 has been.  We also give out the 2022 Who Gives A Dram Awards to the best in movies, film, MMA, and whiskey.Thank you so much for all of the support this past year.  From traveling for the first time, hosting a whiskey charity event, charting in several countries, and talking to so many incredible guests... I couldn't do this without the support of you, the listener.  Here's to 2023! Happy New Year

Merry Christmas!  Thank you for tuning in to Episode 106 of Who Gives A Dram!  This week, country artist and the man behind the music here at Who Gives A Dram Nick Bosse returns to the podcast to talk the past year in his musical career, new music and new projects, routines before & after performing, favorite Christmas traditions, and much more!Check out Nick's website here https://nickbosse.com/Follow Nick on IG here https://www.instagram.com/nickbossemusic/

Thank you for tuning into Episode 105 of Who Gives A Dram!  This week, we sit down with one of my favorite annual releases, High West's A Midwinter Night's Dram. We also discuss video games and how I once again love playing Call of Duty (for better or for worse), James Cameron's comments on Avatar 2, Tyson Fury dominating in his fight this past Saturday and setting up a unification bout against Oleskan, and UFC Fight Night Orlando, where we saw Stephen Wonderboy Thompson put on a striking clinic against Kevin Holland.

Thank you for tuning into Episode 104 of Who Gives A Dram!  This week, we are joined by whiskey content creator, reviewer, and friend of the show Ryan AKA That One Dude Ryan.I have had the pleasure of knowing Ryan since I started the podcast back in late 2020.  Since then, Ryan has seen a meteoric rise with his whiskey content channels.  Ryan recently surpassed 100,000 followers on Tik Tok, and is a respected creator with funny, yet educational, whiskey videos and reviews.  Ryan is most well known for his infamous "Slams and Sips" bit he does on Tik Tok.During the show, Ryan and I discuss his beginnings in whiskey and content creation, if he ever planned on getting into content creation, content creator vs "influencer", how it feels to hit his 100k follower milestone, how to create, sustain, and grow a brand, favorite whiskeys, whiskey and cigar pairings, and much more.Thank you, Ryan, for taking the time to sit down with me for this podcast.  I respect Ryan almost more than anyone when it comes to creating a brand for yourself, so I learned a lot during this episode, and I hope that you do too.Follow ALL of Ryan's accounts through his Beacons link, here https://beacons.ai/ThatOneDudeRyan

Thank you for tuning into Episode 103 of Who Gives A Dram!  This week, we are joined by fellow whiskey enthusiast Aimee Trammell, or better known as The Liquid Pharmacist.Aimee recently joined the whiskey Instagram community, and has since separated herself from the rest of the crowd with her many different passions, including pharmacy, DIY projects, and of course, the water of life.  Aimee and I sit down for over an hour (via Zoom), and discuss life, the importance of family, a shared bond over similar events that have happened to both of us recently, Aimee's childhood and *past* relationships, what got Aimee into whiskey, Metamucil, her favorite pours, how orange juice helps your liver while drinking alcohol, and much more.Thank you, Aimee, for taking the time to sit down with me for this podcast.  We truly got deep on this episode, and I hope you, as the listener, enjoy this conversation, because I know that I did.FOLLOW THE LIQUID PHARMACIST HERE https://www.instagram.com/theliquidpharmacist/

Thank you for tuning into Episode 102 of Who Gives A Dram!  This week, we dive into UFC Octagon Announcer Bruce Buffer's newest whiskey venture, Puncher's Chance Bourbon.  We also recap the incredibly entertaining UFC 281, talk about Black Panther 2, and discuss why it feels so good to take the case off of your phone sometimes.

Connor sits down with the hitting coach for the Baltimore Orioles, and lifelong friend, Ryan Fuller.  The guys talk about Ryan's journey to the MLB, his favorite ballparks, and how to be a better coach/leader.  But, because this is WGAD, the guys also talk whiskey and how popular whiskey is in the MLB clubhouse, all while sipping on some Weller 107. You can follow Ryan's hitting account, @fullerhitting, HERE https://www.instagram.com/fullerhitting/

It is the 100TH EPISODE OF WHO GIVES A DRAM! To celebrate the occasion, I brought in reoccurring guest Kale, and he brought with him an absolute hitter in Colonel EH Taylor Barrel Proof Batch 10.  The guys also talk spooky season, holly jolly season, House of the Dragon, Jake Paul vs Anderson Silva, Campari's acquisition of Wilderness Trail, Henry Cavil returning as Superman, when to admit men are handsome, and Connor answers some listener questions.  And much more! I want to thank everyone, from the bottom of my heart, for supporting Who Gives A Dram for 100 episodes.  Here is to the next 100

In this episode, we recap my trip to Scotland last week on the Bourbon With Friends 2022 Tour of Scotland

In this episode, we are joined live in studio with Ryan, who is Connor's cousin, a whiskey noob, and a professional powerlifter.  Connor and Ryan talk the nuances of powerlifting, dieting, deadlifting 800lbs, Ryan's future in the sport, and thoughts on performance enhancing drugs. Connor then puts Ryan through a blind whiskey taste test to see where Ryan's palate gravitates towards.  The whiskey, in order of Ryan tasting them, are:1) Bushmills 16yr 2) Evan Williams BiB3) Johnnie Walker Black4) Colonel EH Taylor RyeI hope y'all have as much fun listening as we did recording.  You can follow Ryan here:Bolduc Wing on Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/bolducwing/Ryan's personal IG (more lifting content) https://www.instagram.com/ryanbolduc76/

In this episode, we sit down with a dram of Russell's Reserve 13yr Bourbon.  Also discussed -  turning 26, whiskey hunting, House of the Dragon, the movie of the week, and why I was the coolest 8th grader to ever live.  Enjoy! 

In this episode, Connor sits down on his 26th birthday to talk Game of Thrones, movie of the week, why birthdays are important, and much, much more!  No whiskey review this week, but tune in next week for a very special pour to be reviewed.

In this episode, Connor sits down with a dram of Alan Jackson's newly released Silverbelly Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey.  Also discussed - the importance of family, Game of Thrones House of the Dragons and floppy weiners, Lord of the Rings and LOTR The Rings of Power, why the Monday after Super Bowl Sunday should be a national holiday, UFC 279, what's next for Nate Diaz, the movie of the week, and much, much more! (0:00 - 8:54) - Intro + The Importance of Family (8:54 -  10:39) - House of the Dragon + Floppy weiners (10:39 - 17:09) - Super Bowl Monday + Birthday plans (17:09) - (21:23) - Lord of the Rings, The Rings of Power, and why the original LOTR trilogy was so good(21:23 - 28:23) - Fall weather, UFC 279 recap, Nate Diaz(28:23 - 32:39) - Movie of the Week (32:39 - 52:24) - Silverbelly Bourbon Review 

Dedicated to the memory of my Uncle Craig.  One of the best men I've ever known. If you'd like, you can read his full obituary here https://www.gaffneydolanfuneralhome.com/book-of-memories/5018600/Gilbert-RET-Capt-Craig/index.php

It's September, which means it's officially Spooky Season AKA Pumpkin Pie Blizzard Season.  We talk about September, pumpkin pie blizzards, interviewing John Rich, and being the number one whiskey podcast in Australia AND the number two whiskey podcast in the USA. 

This week, Connor sits down with a dram of Elijah Craig Barrel Proof B522.  We also discuss Andrew Tate, She Hulk episode 2, spooky season right around the corner, different sex positions for different season, Jeffrey Dean Morgan cast in The Boys Season 4, and Top Gun Maverick.  A lot to unpack this week but it's definitely a fun episode! (0:00) - (3:30) - Intro(3:30) - (12:00) - Andrew Tate and Free Speech (12:00) - (17:15) - Spooky Season + Different sex positions (17:15) - (21:42) - She Hulk Episode 2 + Jeffrey Dean Morgan cast in The Boys Season 4(21:42) - (25:58) - Top Gun Maverick (25:58) - (41:26) - Elijah Craig Barrel Proof B522 Review STREAM NICK BOSSE'S NEW EP ON SPOTIFY HERE: https://open.spotify.com/album/7kEs95eEXJfPJBB1KCDAvx?si=LUPQuxLKSOaVRaxHEcfFyA

The title says it all.  Coming at you guys with a bonus episode this week to pair 5 whiskeys with my Top 5 favorite TV shows of all time.  Enjoy

This week, Connor sits down with a dram of 1792 Full Proof. We go into the nuances of what differentiates Full Proof from more common terms like Cask Strength or Barrel Proof.  We also go over what happened this past weekend, Regimental Whiskey, tell a spooky clown story, "review" She Hulk (it's bad), and react to UFC 278 and Leon Edwards knocking out Kamaru Usman. (0:00) - (3:30) - Intro(3:30) - (14:10) - Weekend Summary + Regimental Whiskey (14:10) - (21:22) - She Hulk Episode 1 (21:22) - (33:55) - UFC 278 Reaction(33:55) - (57:11) - 1792 Full Proof Review + What is Full Proof?Follow Regimental Whiskey on IG HERE https://www.instagram.com/rscwhiskey/STREAM NICK BOSSE'S NEW EP ON SPOTIFY HERE: https://open.spotify.com/album/7kEs95eEXJfPJBB1KCDAvx?si=LUPQuxLKSOaVRaxHEcfFyA

This week, Connor sits down with a dram of Weller 12 yr Bourbon.   Connor also discusses interviewing Bruce Buffer, his KY trip from this past weekend, previews UFC 278, and gives his opinion on a surprisingly good Michael Bay movie. STREAM NICK BOSSE'S NEW EP ON SPOTIFY HERE: https://open.spotify.com/album/7kEs95eEXJfPJBB1KCDAvx?si=LUPQuxLKSOaVRaxHEcfFyA

As an apology for missing the podcast last week, I decided to bring back my Canadian pals for the highly anticipated Canadian Takeover Part 2.  Darryl (@whiskeysith) and Mike (@whiskeymorgue) join me as we taste through a flight of three different JP Wiser expressions, and Alberta Premium Batch 3.  However, most of the pod dives into shenanigans, as we talk about what we've all been up to, mixing top shelf bourbons, IG "influencers", and taints.  It is a rollercoaster of a podcast, and I hope you enjoy the ride, because it was a blast to record. Follow Darryl @whiskeysith here https://www.instagram.com/whiskeysith/Follow Mike @whiskeymorgue here https://www.instagram.com/whiskeymorgue/STREAM NICK BOSSE'S NEW EP ON SPOTIFY HERE: https://open.spotify.com/album/7kEs95eEXJfPJBB1KCDAvx?si=LUPQuxLKSOaVRaxHEcfFyA

Late pod this week, but I'm here just checkin on ya guys and letting you know how life has been.  Also discussed - previewing UFC London this weekend, San Diego Comic Con rumors, and new BWF news.  STREAM NICK BOSSE'S NEW EP ON SPOTIFY HERE: https://open.spotify.com/album/7kEs95eEXJfPJBB1KCDAvx?si=LUPQuxLKSOaVRaxHEcfFyA

This week, Connor sits down with a dram of the newly released Old Elk Double Wheat Whiskey.  Also featured, a surprise appearance from Weller 107.  Other topics discussed - diet plans (Connor gives you a diet plan for free), previewing Ortega vs Rodriguez this weekend, and finding rare whiskey pours for cheap at bars. STREAM NICK BOSSE'S NEW EP ON SPOTIFY HERE: https://open.spotify.com/album/7kEs95eEXJfPJBB1KCDAvx?si=LUPQuxLKSOaVRaxHEcfFyA

We are already halfway through 2022! So this week, we put aside the whiskey and recap what has happened the first 6 months of 2022. We also discuss what to expect in the second half of the year, and Connor recaps, with very strong opinions, UFC 276 from this weekend.STREAM NICK BOSSE'S NEW EP ON SPOTIFY HERE: https://open.spotify.com/album/7kEs95eEXJfPJBB1KCDAvx?si=LUPQuxLKSOaVRaxHEcfFyA

Connor sits down to review a dram of the newly released Jack Daniels Triple Mash Bonded Whiskey

Connor sits down to review a dram of the newly released McConell's Sherry Cask Finished Irish Whisky

Connor sits down to review a dram of the newly released Castle And Key Small Batch Bourbon - Batch #2

Connor sits down to review a dram of Jack Daniels Bottled In Bond Tennessee Whiskey

Connor sits down to review a dram of Blue Note Crossroads Straight Bourbon Whiskey