Podcasts about bartenders

The guys review the Arturo Fuente Casa Cuba Divine Inspiration, the final cigar blend created by Carlos Fuente Sr. Does its combination of white pepper, wood, leather and unexpected nuttiness earn it a permanent place in the humidor? They pair it with Maker's Mark Made for the Brave Cask Strength bourbon, a 110.5-proof bottle supporting Project One Vet at a Time. Plus, Snickers Cake Bites wildly exceed expectations, a parasite causes some very unpleasant digestive problems, Tony questions whether you can make real barbecue without a grill, and Fingers reveals the little white lies bartenders tell when the bar gets slammed. Also: homemade pastrami, permanent daylight saving time, China's attempt to ban AI romantic chatbots—and perhaps the finest explosive-diarrhea callback in podcasting history. Find everything at [EatDrinkSmokeShow.com](EatDrinkSmokeShow.com)

This week we are joined by acclaimed spirits professional Charlotte Voisey, Executive Director of the Tales of the Cocktail Foundation, to talk all things Tales going into this year's gathering in New Orleans. With over 400 events packed into six days, Tales of the Cocktail has grown into the premier destination for industry professionals and cocktail enthusiasts alike, and Charlotte gives us an inside look at what to expect. In addition, Charlotte shares her thoughts on mentorship, staying curious throughout your career, and even some practical survival tips for conference week (extra socks and shoes, anyone?). So tune in as we celebrate the event that has spent two decades fostering connection, education, and community within the global bartending world. Learn more: https://talesofthecocktail.org ____________________________________ Join us every Monday as acclaimed bartender, Erick Castro, interviews some of the bar industry's top talents from around the world, including bartenders, distillers & authors. If you love cocktails & spirits then this award-winning podcast is just for you. SUPPORT US ON PATREON: Get early access to episodes, exclusive bonus episodes, special content and more: https://www.patreon.com/BartenderAtLarge PARTNERSHIP & BOOKING INQUIRIES: rachel@fordmedialab.com WATCH OUR VIDEOS ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/bartenderatlarge FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: Erick Castro: www.instagram.com/HungryBartender| Bartender at Large: www.instagram.com/BartenderAtLarge FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK: Erick Castro: https://www.tiktok.com/@hungrybartender?_t=ZT-8uBekAKOGwU&_r=1 Bartender at Large: www.tiktok.com/BartenderAtLarge

This week we are joined by acclaimed spirits professional Charlotte Voisey, Executive Director of the Tales of the Cocktail Foundation, to talk all things Tales going into this year's gathering in New Orleans. With over 400 events packed into six days, Tales of the Cocktail has grown into the premier destination for industry professionals and cocktail enthusiasts alike, and Charlotte gives us an inside look at what to expect. In addition, Charlotte shares her thoughts on mentorship, staying curious throughout your career, and even some practical survival tips for conference week (extra socks and shoes, anyone?). So tune in as we celebrate the event that has spent two decades fostering connection, education, and community within the global bartending world. Learn more: https://talesofthecocktail.org ____________________________________ Join us every Monday as acclaimed bartender, Erick Castro, interviews some of the bar industry's top talents from around the world, including bartenders, distillers & authors. If you love cocktails & spirits then this award-winning podcast is just for you. SUPPORT US ON PATREON: Get early access to episodes, exclusive bonus episodes, special content and more: https://www.patreon.com/BartenderAtLarge PARTNERSHIP & BOOKING INQUIRIES: rachel@fordmedialab.com WATCH OUR VIDEOS ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/bartenderatlarge FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: Erick Castro: www.instagram.com/HungryBartender| Bartender at Large: www.instagram.com/BartenderAtLarge FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK: Erick Castro: https://www.tiktok.com/@hungrybartender?_t=ZT-8uBekAKOGwU&_r=1 Bartender at Large: www.tiktok.com/BartenderAtLarge

 "Every gin producer says they have the finest botanicals for their gin—and of course, we say the same. The way we source them directly from farmers is truly exceptional. But what really sets us apart from everyone else is something entirely different," says Sam Carter, Senior Brand Ambassador for the world-renowned gin brand Bombay Sapphire.Líbí se Vám tento díl? Napište nám o tom!

Oliver is joined by Eimear Salmon and Sabrina O'Reilly from The Liberty Belle, one of the 20 pubs in Dublin's Liberties vying to be the next winner of The Bartenders' Race!

Okay, for real, this episode is only vaguely about Raicilla. It's a bit more about profound justifications — that's a reference to a quote from my guest co-host, Shawn Miller of PKGD Group. He brings that quote up as we're talking about the white paper PKGD released a few weeks ago. That white paper is what this episode is really about. But who would listen to an episode titled, “The one about Shawn's white paper”? Agave Road Trip is a critically acclaimed, award-winning podcast that helps gringx bartenders better understand agave, agave spirits, and rural Mexico. This episode is hosted by Lou Bank with special guest Shawn Miller of PKGD Group. Episode Notes Read “Built Right and Brought Right,” the white paper published by PKGD Group! Shout outs this episode to Binny's, Mezcal Ultramundo, FOMO special editions, G4 Tequila, Marriott Hotels, Jose Cuervo, Diageo, Dan Kennedy, and tahonas.   Ad Links If you want to taste 24,000 acres of wild desert, get yourself a bottle of Mezcal Ultramundo! Since 2005, Chicotona has been producing Mezcal with a focus on protecting wild agave and preserving the land for future generations! Head out on an Agave Road Trip with Finca 18! Greg Rutkowski will take you on his Agave Road Trip Route #2 - Raicilla de la Costa! Price includes a bottle of Paulo Rodriguez's fabled, limited Tumbado batch! Order beautiful spirits to be delivered to anywhere in Mexico — beautiful or otherwise — through Agave Spirits Presents!

This week we are joined by Academy Award-nominated actor William H. Macy, who many of you know from his iconic roles in Fargo and Shameless, and co-founder of Colorado's own Woody Creek Distillers, along with Denver bartender Sean Kenyon, the man behind the legendary Williams & Graham. While most celebrity spirit brands are little more than a licensing deal, Macy has been hands-on with Woody Creek since the beginning, championing their grain-to-glass approach in the Rocky Mountains. So tune in as one of Hollywood's most beloved character actors proves he is every bit as passionate about what's in the bottle as what's on the screen. Learn More: https://woodycreekdistillers.com/william-h-macy-reserve/ ____________________________________ Join us every Monday as acclaimed bartender, Erick Castro, interviews some of the bar industry's top talents from around the world, including bartenders, distillers & authors. If you love cocktails & spirits then this award-winning podcast is just for you. SUPPORT US ON PATREON: Get early access to episodes, exclusive bonus episodes, special content and more: https://www.patreon.com/BartenderAtLarge WATCH OUR VIDEOS ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/bartenderatlarge FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: Erick Castro: www.instagram.com/HungryBartender Bartender at Large: www.instagram.com/BartenderAtLarge FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK: Erick Castro: https://www.tiktok.com/@hungrybartender?_t=ZT-8uBekAKOGwU&_r=1 Bartender at Large: www.tiktok.com/BartenderAtLarge

This week we are joined by Academy Award-nominated actor William H. Macy, who many of you know from his iconic roles in Fargo and Shameless, and co-founder of Colorado's own Woody Creek Distillers, along with Denver bartender Sean Kenyon, the man behind the legendary Williams & Graham. While most celebrity spirit brands are little more than a licensing deal, Macy has been hands-on with Woody Creek since the beginning, championing their grain-to-glass approach in the Rocky Mountains. So tune in as one of Hollywood's most beloved character actors proves he is every bit as passionate about what's in the bottle as what's on the screen. Learn More: https://woodycreekdistillers.com/william-h-macy-reserve/ ____________________________________ Join us every Monday as acclaimed bartender, Erick Castro, interviews some of the bar industry's top talents from around the world, including bartenders, distillers & authors. If you love cocktails & spirits then this award-winning podcast is just for you. SUPPORT US ON PATREON: Get early access to episodes, exclusive bonus episodes, special content and more: https://www.patreon.com/BartenderAtLarge WATCH OUR VIDEOS ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/bartenderatlarge FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: Erick Castro: www.instagram.com/HungryBartender Bartender at Large: www.instagram.com/BartenderAtLarge FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK: Erick Castro: https://www.tiktok.com/@hungrybartender?_t=ZT-8uBekAKOGwU&_r=1 Bartender at Large: www.tiktok.com/BartenderAtLarge    

A viral article reveals the craziest conversations bartenders have witnessed—from shocking family secrets to couples realizing their relationship is over.The crew shares hilarious and unbelievable bar stories, including a man betting his house on a baseball game and a loud FaceTime breakup in an airport bar.Launa reflects on her own bartending days and why bartenders often become accidental keepers of people's biggest secrets.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Returning guest and publican, Dave Flores has quite the pedigree behind some of the best craft bars in Portland. This week Follow us from Function PDX where Westbound and Down is featured this month, down the street to Baerlic Brewing. Josh gets wild about TPK Brewing, and Damian enjoys some lore. From hazy pales, dad beers, and a list of great beer bars to go to on this episode of Brew Happy!

Toby is a veteran bartender and mixologist, who added high-level mixology to his legendary drinkmaking speed with stints at Milk & Honey (NY), The Violet Hour (Chicago) and Mother's Ruin, before turning his hand to (as well as consulting on bar programs) writing and co-authoring "The Bartender's Manifesto" with Emma, which won a James Beard award, and most recently "The Classic Cocktail Sessions" a prequel to the Manifesto. Emma is an acclaimed Chicago-based spirits, cocktail and bars writer and author, and has won numerous James Beard awards in addition to the one for The Bartender's Manifesto. This was really a chat about both the books they've written together, as well as the industry as a whole - enjoy!Emma on IG: https://www.instagram.com/emmajanzen/?hl=enToby on IG: https://www.instagram.com/tobycocktail/?hl=enBuy the Bartender's Manifesto from an independent bookshop: https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-bartender-s-manifesto-how-to-think-drink-and-create-cocktails-like-a-pro-emma-janzen/46c7cc8bda6b756b?ean=9780593137987 Buy the Classic Cocktail Sessions from an independent bookshop: https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-classic-cocktail-sessions-a-bartender-s-new-fashioned-approach-to-the-world-s-most-beloved-recipes-emma-janzen/583e258db56145d2?ean=9780593798584 (Get in touch with Duff!Podcast business enquiries:  consulting@liquidsolutions.org (PR friends: we're only interested in having your client on if they can talk for a couple of hours about OTHER things besides their prepared speaking points or their new thing, whatever that is. They need to be able to hang. Oh, plus we don't edit, we won't supply prepared or sample questions, nor listener or “reach” stats, either, and no, you can't sit in on the interview (or lurk on the Zoom.)  And our AI automatically deletes pitch emails that are clearly written using AI. Retain Philip's consulting firm, Liquid Solutions, specialised in on-trade engagement & education, liquor brand creation and repositioning: philip@liquidsolutions.orgPhilip on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philipsduff/ Philip on Facebook: Philip Duff Philip on X/Twitter: Philip Duff (@philipduff) / Twitter Philip on LinkedIn: linkedin.com Old Duff Genever on Instagram: Old Duff Genever (@oldduffgenever) • Instagram photos and videos Old Duff Genever on Faceboo...

Rod Morris - Three Empty Bottles ( Capitol )Jack Kane - Bottle Of Wine ( Starday )Johnny Shedd - Drink With A Fool ( Shedd )Bill Wilburn - The Bottom Of The Glass ( Topic )The Tunesmiths - There's A Bottle Where She Used To Be ( Columbia )Jimmie Skinner - Twenty Beers ( Starday )Barbara Clawson - One Mr. Budweiser ( Stop )Leon Rausch - Glass Of Pride ( Sims )Maxine House - The Bottle Took Control Of You ( Lincoln Land )The Texas Playboys & Leon Rausch - Someday I'll Sober Up ( RIC )Benny Lindsey - Liquid Hurt ( Galaxie Star )Little David Wilkins - King Of All The Taverns ( MCA )Carl & Pearl Butler - Bottoms Up ( Columbia )Lee Harmon - Two Empty Glasses ( Stop )Frank Taylor - Bubbles In The Glass ( Chart )Jimmy Dawson - Big Black Bug Boogie ( K Ark )David Frizzell - I'm The Bartender's Best Friend ( Capitol )Red Sovine - Champagne To Beer ( Chart )David Rogers - Bottle Do Your Thing ( Columbia )Tom Harvey - Mommy You Love A Bottle ( New Star )

Damian recaps his trip to Amsterdam for the inaugural Europe's 50 Best Bars 2026.What started as an awards ceremony quickly became a full festival of cocktails, with bar takeovers, brand activations, industry events, parties and a green-carpet ceremony bringing together some of the best bars in Europe.From Rosewood Amsterdam's stunning Advocatuur bar and the Meet the Bartenders media event, to the main Europe's 50 Best Bars ceremony at De Kromhouthal and the rooftop closing party at LuminAir, Damian gives a behind-the-scenes look at what happens when 50 Best rolls into town.He also reflects on the key themes shaping the European cocktail scene in 2026, including Athens' dominance, the continued strength of London cocktail bars and Barcelona cocktail bars, the rise of Central and Eastern Europe, and the importance of genuine hospitality alongside technical innovation.Key TakeawaysEurope's 50 Best Bars 2026 felt much bigger than a single awards night. Amsterdam became the centre of the European cocktail world, with pop-ups, parties, brand activations and some of the best bartenders in Europe gathering across the city.Athens had a huge showing, with Line taking the No.1 spot and The Bar in Front of The Bar coming in at No.2, underlining just how strong the Greek cocktail scene has become.London remains a major force in the best bars in Europe conversation, with bars including The Connaught Bar, Satan's Whiskers, Tayēr + Elementary, Panda & Sons, Waltz, Kwãnt Mayfair, Three Sheets Soho and Scarfes Bar all appearing on the list.Panda & Sons deserve a special mention, coming in at No.20 and also picking up the Siete Misterios Best Cocktail Menu Award.Barcelona continues to be one of Europe's most important cocktail cities, with Sips, Paradiso, Aldea, Boadas, Foco and others showing the depth of the city's bar scene.Central and Eastern Europe are becoming increasingly important on the cocktail map, with strong placements from bars in Bratislava, Tirana, Prague and Krakow.Sustainability, fermentation, low-waste practices, hyper-local ingredients and strong storytelling are clearly shaping modern cocktail culture.At the same time, the best cocktail bars are still the ones that combine technical skill with warmth, simplicity, personality, atmosphere and genuine hospitality.HighlightsLanding in a sun-soaked Amsterdam and heading straight into a packed few days of cocktail events.Visiting Advocatuur at Rosewood Amsterdam, a beautiful cocktail bar inside the former Palace of Justice, with thoughtful drinks, warm hospitality and a strong sense of place.Stopping by The Flying Dutchman at Sofitel Legend The Grand for a Gin Mare event with the team from Boadas Barcelona.Bumping into Simone Caporale from Sips Barcelona and lining up what will hopefully become a future episode of The Cocktail Academy Podcast.Attending The Cambridge Public House activation, complete with great drinks, a packed room, big energy and a sleeping Jack Russell in the middle of the madness.Finishing the first night at Belly of the Beast, with rum, gongs, colour and full tiki-style energy.Taking part in the Meet the Bartenders event, speaking with teams from Super Lyan, Tjoget, TAG, Aldea and Panda & Sons.Experiencing the main Europe's 50 Best Bars 2026 ceremony at De Kromhouthal, with the green carpet, packed room, brand activations, cocktails and the live countdown.Seeing Line in Athens crowned The Best Bar in Europe 2026.Celebrating Panda & Sons coming in at No.20 and winning the Siete Misterios Best Cocktail Menu Award.Ending the trip at the rooftop closing party at LuminAir, with sunshine, DJs, barbecue, sushi, cocktails and views over Amsterdam.LinksThe World's 50 Best Bars:https://www.theworlds50best.com/bars/The Cocktail Academy on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/welovecocktails/The Cocktail Academy on Tiktok Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/welovecocktailsx/https://www.tiktok.com/@welovecocktailsxThe Cocktail Academy:https://thecocktailacademy.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How do you follow up one of the most acclaimed modern classic cocktail books of all time? By writing a modern book about classic cocktails, naturally. Toby Maloney and Emma Janzen sit down to talk about their new book “The Classic Cocktail Sessions” which Toby almost considers a prequel to their first collaboration “The Bartender's Manifesto.” They talk about their creative process (including who's a stricter editor), how the hospitality industry has changed since their first book, and why underrated drinks like the Hurricane and the White Russian deserve more respect than they get.PLUS, Greg's running a promotion! Post a pic of yourself with a fresh bottle from Workhorse Rye or Modern Ancient Spirits AND Violet Crown Spirits, tag him and the podcast, and he'll send you a free bottle of Quiote Imports Agave Nectar.Follow Emma at @emmajanzenFollow Toby at @tobycocktailFollow the book at @theclassiccocktailsessionsLINKSBecome a Regular: patreon.com/SpeakeasyRegularsFor resources on dealing with cold hard water agents in your community visit nouswithoutyou.la/ and @thenycallianceThe Speakeasy is now on YouTube! Tune in to “see” what we're talking about at youtube.com/@Speakeasy.PodcastCheck out Quiote Imports at quioteimports.com and use promo code “Speakeasy” to get free shipping at checkout.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Bartender and author Toby Maloney has made somewhere north of half a million cocktails over thirty-plus years, from Milk & Honey and Pegu Club to the Violet Hour in Chicago and the Elbow Room in Vancouver, Washington. His new book with coauthor and drinks journalist Emma Janzen, The Classic Cocktail Sessions, is a deep-dive master class on 61 classic drinks: not their histories but their inner workings. In this episode, we talk about the daiquiri that changed Toby's life and the difference between mastering a classic and making it yours. Also on the show Matt shares a few final thoughts on the Summer Fancy Food Show including a first look at rugelach from Manischewitz, how Jangin is a new Korean food brand that you should keep your eye on, and a look at Lapos NA aperitivo. Also: Juggad It from Spicewalla and cool things happening at Raazi Tea. Also see: This Is TASTE 801: We Went to the Summer Fancy Food Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scripture7 Jesus' instructions were clear:Jesus: Fill each water pot with water until it's ready to spill over the top; 8 then fill a cup, and deliver it to the headwaiter.They did exactly as they were instructed. 9 After tasting the water that had become wine, the headwaiter couldn't figure out where such wine came from (even though the servants knew), and he called over the bridegroom in amazement.Headwaiter: 10 This wine is delectable. Why would you save the most exquisite fruit of the vine? A host would generally serve the good wine first and, when his inebriated guests don't notice or care, he would serve the inferior wine. You have held back the best for last.  John 2:7-10 (VOICE)The GistIt's interesting how Jesus's first miracle was turning water into wine. He was the world's first #1 bartender. Today, we talk about how being a Christian is a lot like being a great bartender. Here are just a few:Serving people where they are, not where you wish they were or where they wish they were. Listen more than you talk. Don't water down what you are serving. Presence is more important than performance. You won't want to miss this episode. Our final conclusion: Live Like a Good Bartender!Digging DeeperThink of a time someone served you exactly where you were — no judgment, no agenda to fix you first. What did that feel like, and how did it change how you understood God's hospitality? What's the difference between softening your tone and diluting your truth? Where in your own life — with God, with your kids, with friends — are you performing instead of simply showing up? How might this metaphor change the way you walk into your next hard conversation? 

I recorded a few weeks ago an episode with Marissa Paragano in which we talked about the 2025 numbers from Comercam. But we got so distracted by overall sales that I forgot to highlight this one very important fact: plain, old Mezcal (in other words, the stuff that can be made industrially) has doubled in one year. Marissa was too busy with her weekly YouTube show, “The TequiLadies,” so Linda Sullivan got tagged in for the conversation! Agave Road Trip is a critically acclaimed, award-winning podcast that helps gringx bartenders better understand agave, agave spirits, and rural Mexico. This episode is hosted by Lou Bank with special guest Linda Sullivan of seynasecreto. Episode Notes Catch the 2025 Mezcal numbers from Comercam here and listen to Marissa and I talking the numbers in “Is Mezcal searching for mainstream success?” Shout outs this episode to Humboldt Park, Chava's podcast, “Heritage Mezcal,” Jonathan McKinney, Tequila Arriesgado, the Wisconsin Old Fashioned, Fausto of Asil and El Acabo Raicillas, and Marsh Hen Mills grits. Ad Links Every time you drink El Acabo Raicilla, you're helping to support the biodiversity of Jalisco — it's a delicious way to help the environment! Since 2005, Chicotona has been producing Mezcal with a focus on protecting wild agave and preserving the land for future generations! Head out on an Agave Road Trip with Finca 18! Greg Rutkowski will take you on his Agave Road Trip Route #2 - Raicilla de la Costa! Price includes a bottle of Paulo Rodriguez's fabled, limited Tumbado batch! Order beautiful spirits to be delivered to anywhere in Mexico — beautiful or otherwise — through Agave Spirits Presents!

On this day, 9 July 1919, bartenders in Allentown, Pennsylvania, went on strike to impress on citizens the "horrors" of prohibition which was due to be introduced. There was a working class movement of hundreds of thousands called "No beer, no work" which aimed to stop prohibition with strike action. However this is the only actual strike we are aware of.We have produced items commemorating the No beer no work movement, using their original artwork, here: https://shop.workingclasshistory.com/collections/no-beer-no-workOur work is only possible because of support from you, our listeners on patreon. If you appreciate our work, please join us and access exclusive content and benefits at patreon.com/workingclasshistory.See all of our anniversaries each day, alongside sources and maps on the On This Day section of our Stories app: stories.workingclasshistory.com/date/todayBrowse all Stories by Date here on the Date index: https://stories.workingclasshistory.com/dateCheck out our Map of historical Stories: https://map.workingclasshistory.comCheck out books, posters, clothing and more in our online store, here: https://shop.workingclasshistory.comIf you enjoy this podcast, make sure to check out our flagship longform podcast, Working Class History

Welcome back to Cheers with Nat – the podcast dedicated to cheering on women in drinks. It's time for the final episode of my NYC mini-series! Today's guest is Victoria Garcia, senior bartender at Sip & Guzzle. You'll hear how Victoria got her start in hospitality, what keeps her here, and what it's really like to work at the recently crowned 'Best Bar in North America'. She also shares why mentorship matters, what makes a good bartender, the hobby that keeps her grounded outside of work, and more. What stuck with me from this conversation: On her shifts at Sip & Guzzle: "We have a good time" On her love of films: "When I was watching them, I kind of saw the magic of people and what they were capable of doing and their talent. It made me fall in love with people and their passion. And I think that ties a lot into what I do now in hospitality." On the impact of the 'Best Bar' recognition: "We're really excited and ready for it. We all work in such a cohesive unit that it just works, and it makes sense and we're prepared. I think what it means for the team is just locking in… We want to enjoy the upcoming weeks, months, years of all of it." On free pouring: "I count, I eyeball it, I feel the weight of the actual glass, and then I smell and I taste, so I really try to use all of my senses and incorporate it into every cocktail." On her self-talk before a guest shift: "Yeah, I just tell myself to chill the fuck out and it's going to be fine." On what she learned from her mentor Steve: "…not necessarily learning the science and dynamics of how to work behind a bar – obviously that comes with it – but also the emotional and mental part of it, and I think that that's really important." On what keeps her in hospitality: "I just love people so much"   Links & things: What we're drinking: Coors Light Where Victoria's worked: Sip & Guzzle Employees Only Where she met her mentor Steve Schneider Victoria's film reccs: Harold & Maude Roadhouse (1989) Her favourite cocktails: Negroni Vieux Carre Check out the Difford's Guide data I mentioned here Highlights from our last call round: TV recc: I Think You Should Leave Producer we need to know: Donna's Pickle Beer Where Victoria wants to visit: Japan, Paris, and London Keep up with her adventures to these places here Another awesome woman in drinks we should meet: Victoria's colleague, Andrea Grujic   Recording info: April 2026 in NYC   Subscribe | Follow on Instagram | Email

Chrissy Pasquale-Urso owns five bars and restaurants (all within one block of each other) in Binghamton, New York. She shares her origin story of buying a university bar at age 21 through seller financing after bartending there for two years, then growing into a portfolio that includes a sushi restaurant, a pizzeria, and more, eventually buying the building itself. Now splitting her time between Soho, Montauk, and Binghamton while raising two young kids with her husband and business partner Andrew, Chrissy offers candid insight into the modern challenges facing operators: declining alcohol consumption among Gen Z, the impact of GLP-1 drugs and cannabis on check sizes, the constant need to reinvent offerings for a social-media-driven audience, post-COVID staffing struggles, ghosting job applicants, and rising costs. Throughout, she emphasizes the value of owning real estate, staying creative, developing talent from within, and the intangible "it" factor that entrepreneurs in hospitality need to survive and thrive.Key TakeawaysSeller financing can open doors for young operators. Chrissy bought her first bar at 21 with no lump sum. The previous owner financed the purchase over five years and stayed on for two years to ensure a smooth transition.Owning your building is a major long-term advantage. By purchasing the property housing her bar and developing multiple concepts within it, Chrissy insulated herself from the lease negotiations and rent hikes that force even successful restaurants to close.Consumer behavior has shifted, and menus must adapt constantly. Declining alcohol consumption, GLP-1 drugs prompting customers to split dishes and skip that third cocktail, and legal cannabis are all shrinking checks. Specials that once ran for a decade now fizzle within a year.Social media has reshaped how people go out. Younger customers save up for a photogenic experience, whether an espresso martini or a nice meal worth posting. Watch parties, extravagant birthdays, and "Instagrammable" moments now drive traffic more than old standbys like trivia.Creativity is largely an owner's job. Chrissy finds it hard to hire managers who can both manage people and consistently generate fresh ideas, so the burden of reinvention tends to fall on ownership.Post-COVID staffing is a persistent struggle. Kitchen and server retention is harder than ever as workers opt for the benefits, steady hours, and 9-to-5 schedules of employers like Amazon. Ghosting interviews and quitting without notice have become common.Talent is often found from within. Chrissy watches for servers or even customers with a special spark, promoting people who didn't realize they wanted a hospitality career, which helps combat costly turnover.Vet new tech carefully and favor low-commitment trials. Bombarded daily by tech vendors, Chrissy chose owner.com because it was month-to-month with minimal downside risk. She values local, service-oriented vendors like SpotOn who can show up in person.Rising costs demand consistency and hospitality. As dining out gets expensive, customers become more selective, returning to places that deliver reliable food and service that makes them feel genuinely welcome.Hospitality entrepreneurship requires a certain DNA. Chrissy never questions whether a concept is a good idea. She just executes. Being a good home cook isn't enough. Success requires assembling experts across food, staff, and marketing, managing people, and being okay with disappointment.

“Before, only white people or gringos used to sell Mezcal, and the consumer was used to only buying it from those people. But now the consumer is changing their mind and saying that I want to buy from the producer. I want to know how it's made. I want to know if they are planting more agaves, or if they are not cutting trees, or what are they doing for the environment. So we have the information here. Not all of it, but maybe enough information to show the people how we do this Mezcal, how we do Palomo.” That's mezcalero Carlos Mendez Blas, owner and producer of Palomo Mezcal. We profile Carlos and Palomo in this episode of Agave Road Show! Agave Road Show is an advertorial podcast that helps gringx bartenders better understand specific brands of agave spirits. Sometimes other Mexican spirits. Really, whatever they pay us to profile. This episode is hosted by Lou Bank with special guest Linda Sullivan of seynasecreto.

As bartenders, we have a front-row seat to the modern dating scene — every night, we watch hopeful patrons shoot their shot, and most of them could use some coaching. Which is why this week we are joined by Dani Brand, writer and New York City bartender whose recent InsideHook article, "How to Hit on a Woman at a Bar," has been making the rounds across the industry. So tune in, as she shares what she has learned from years behind the stick, from why buying a stranger a drink rarely works to why there is still no better place to meet someone than over a well-made drink. Read Dani's Article Here: https://www.insidehook.com/sex-and-dating/how-to-hit-on-woman-bar ____________________________________ Join us every Monday as acclaimed bartender, Erick Castro, interviews some of the bar industry's top talents from around the world, including bartenders, distillers & authors. If you love cocktails & spirits then this award-winning podcast is just for you. SUPPORT US ON PATREON: Get early access to episodes, exclusive bonus episodes, special content and more: https://www.patreon.com/BartenderAtLarge WATCH OUR VIDEOS ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/bartenderatlarge FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: Erick Castro: www.instagram.com/HungryBartender Bartender at Large: www.instagram.com/BartenderAtLarge FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK: Erick Castro: https://www.tiktok.com/@hungrybartender?_t=ZT-8uBekAKOGwU&_r=1 Bartender at Large: www.tiktok.com/BartenderAtLarge

As bartenders, we have a front-row seat to the modern dating scene — every night, we watch hopeful patrons shoot their shot, and most of them could use some coaching. Which is why this week we are joined by Dani Brand, writer and New York City bartender whose recent InsideHook article, "How to Hit on a Woman at a Bar," has been making the rounds across the industry. So tune in, as she shares what she has learned from years behind the stick, from why buying a stranger a drink rarely works to why there is still no better place to meet someone than over a well-made drink. Read Dani's Article Here: https://www.insidehook.com/sex-and-dating/how-to-hit-on-woman-bar ____________________________________ Join us every Monday as acclaimed bartender, Erick Castro, interviews some of the bar industry's top talents from around the world, including bartenders, distillers & authors. If you love cocktails & spirits then this award-winning podcast is just for you. SUPPORT US ON PATREON: Get early access to episodes, exclusive bonus episodes, special content and more: https://www.patreon.com/BartenderAtLarge WATCH OUR VIDEOS ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/bartenderatlarge FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: Erick Castro: www.instagram.com/HungryBartender Bartender at Large: www.instagram.com/BartenderAtLarge FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK: Erick Castro: https://www.tiktok.com/@hungrybartender?_t=ZT-8uBekAKOGwU&_r=1 Bartender at Large: www.tiktok.com/BartenderAtLarge

I first ran into Scott down in New Orleans at Tales of the Cocktail, but we've since hung out many times, also in Atlanta. His story, about coming up in mixology, especially in Miami in the early years when it wasn't cool, is fascinating. Like a lot of bartenders back then, he made his own bitters, syrups and liqueurs because the industry then hadn't yet caught up to the Second Golden Age of cocktails; unlike a lot of bartenders, he decided to make his experience into a branded range of liqueurs, higher quality than anything out there, yet priced to sell and work in cocktails. We talk about illegal blackcurrants, Benedictine, Fernet, his love of amari generally, and we do a whole deeeeeeeeeep dive into liqueurs, so while this is on the nerdy side, if you read this far - you're very likely to enjoy it. And if you do? Give us a five-star rating, post the episode on your socials, or recommend us to a friend. Enjoy!Email Scott! mailto:scott@blendedfamilyspirits.com Scott on IG: https://www.instagram.com/scottdmayer?igsh=ZzZtZmVobzA5bXFtBlended Family Liqueurs on IG: https://www.instagram.com/blendedfamilyspirits/?hl=en (Get in touch with Duff!Podcast business enquiries:  consulting@liquidsolutions.org (PR friends: we're only interested in having your client on if they can talk for a couple of hours about OTHER things besides their prepared speaking points or their new thing, whatever that is. They need to be able to hang. Oh, plus we don't edit, we won't supply prepared or sample questions, nor listener or “reach” stats, either, and no, you can't sit in on the interview (or lurk on the Zoom.)  And our AI automatically deletes pitch emails that are clearly written using AI. Retain Philip's consulting firm, Liquid Solutions, specialised in on-trade engagement & education, liquor brand creation and repositioning: philip@liquidsolutions.orgPhilip on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philipsduff/ Philip on Facebook: Philip Duff Philip on X/Twitter: Philip Duff (@philipduff) / Twitter Philip on LinkedIn: linkedin.com Old Duff Genever on Instagram: Old Duff Genever (@oldduffgenever) • Instagram photos and videos Old Duff Genever on Faceboo...

I don't know, maybe I'm just behind the curve on this one. But I had a conversation with Marcado 28 Tequilero Bruno Barba and, during that conversation, he brought up a subject that surprised me: the cleaning of the bottles. And it made me realize, there's an “abocado con” Tequila I never imagined! Agave Road Trip is a critically acclaimed, award-winning podcast that helps gringx bartenders better understand agave, agave spirits, and rural Mexico. This episode is hosted by Lou Bank with special guest Marissa Paragano (AKA the eye-rolling, not-easily-offended, kind-of-5'2” Tequila Encyclopedia) of The TequiLadies Show and The Tequila That Cares Foundation and added wisdom from Bruno Barba at Marcado 28 Tequila. Episode Notes Marissa is a board member of Tequila That Cares, a philanthropic organization bringing positive change to the agave spirits industry! Shout outs this episode to Cava de Oro Tequila, chef Michael Voltaggio, Chef 28, and Nock Tequila! Listen to our bird poop and horse piss episodes! Ad Links Whatever you're talking about when you're talking about G4 Tequila, what it boils down to is Felipe Camarena! Head out on an Agave Road Trip with Finca 18! Greg Rutkowski will take you on his Agave Road Trip Route #2 - Raicilla de la Costa! Price includes a bottle of Paulo Rodriguez's fabled, limited Tumbado batch! Order beautiful spirits to be delivered to anywhere in Mexico — beautiful or otherwise — through Agave Spirits Presents!

What if your future isn't built on one paycheck but on every seed you dare to plant?You only get 24 hours a day. So how do you make them grow? On this episode of Bacon Bits with Master Happiness, host Marty Jalove sits down with Sweta, owner of Lucky Stop in Round Lake and Events Director at the Lake Villa-Lindenhurst-Round Lake Area Chamber of Commerce. But that's just the surface. Bartender, VIP hospitality pro, dancer who toured 21 cities in China, former private investigator, certified paralegal, her whole life is a masterclass in diversification. The chemistry crackles from the first minute: Marty's curiosity, Sweta's surprises, and a lot of "wait, you did what?" energy.In this episode, you'll:Discover why diversifying your skillset, not just your income, changes everything.Learn how to build a strong base before you branch out.Reframe networking as showing up, not showing off.Understand why adaptability is your new superpower.Unlock how to turn one passion into a brand-new income stream.It all runs on the BACON plan: Build your base, Assess your assets, Create multiple streams, Optimize your time, and Navigate your network. Practical, doable, and a little fun.Hit follow, share it with someone ready to grow, and leave a review. The more seeds you plant today, the more you'll harvest tomorrow. Grab your shovel, your garden is waiting.www.MasterHappiness.comwww.WhatsYourBacon.comwww.BaconBitsRadio.com

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The creator of RumChata, Tom Maas, sits down with us to reflect on his remarkable journey from brand builder to published author. Tom shares the story behind his new book, Tastes like Money, offering an inside look at the business of building a beloved beverage brand from the ground up. He pulls back the curtain on the wins, the lessons, and the grit it takes to turn a dream into a product that fills back bars across the country. Whether you're a bartender, a spirits enthusiast, or an aspiring entrepreneur, Tom's insights are as memorable as the drink that made him famous. Get his book: https://tastes-like-money.com/ ____________________________________ Join us every Monday as acclaimed bartender, Erick Castro, interviews some of the bar industry's top talents from around the world, including bartenders, distillers & authors. If you love cocktails & spirits then this award-winning podcast is just for you. SUPPORT US ON PATREON: Get early access to episodes, exclusive bonus episodes, special content and more: https://www.patreon.com/BartenderAtLarge WATCH OUR VIDEOS ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/bartenderatlarge FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: Erick Castro: www.instagram.com/HungryBartender Bartender at Large: www.instagram.com/BartenderAtLarge FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK: Erick Castro: https://www.tiktok.com/@hungrybartender?_t=ZT-8uBekAKOGwU&_r=1 Bartender at Large: www.tiktok.com/BartenderAtLarge

This show, the Bartender waxes poetic on the Knicks victory, and we cover the draft and NBA trades. Go Pacers!Links1. Playoff Bracket2. Patreon

A dangerous prisoner needs to be escorted across country, a mysterious package needs to be delivered overseas…and Special Agent Chet Phillips is wandering the halls.Written byPaige KlanieckiDirected byPete BarryStarringChris Klaniecki as Skip GrangerNazli Sarpkaya as Mackenzie McGrath and Mini-McGrathDave Stanger as Bowden MontcreifPaige Klaniecki as Gloria KovakFaith Dowgin as Section Chief Zelda Anderswith Kirk White as Chet Phillipsand Katerina McGrath as The Mission VoiceAlso StarringAshley Banks as Athena O'BrienJill Ivey as Finleyand Bob Killion as Security Guy and Guy St. LeFevreGuest StarringJohn Dowgin as Dr. Biff Studebaker, Bartender, and Rowdy FanPete Barry as the Bystander, Rowdy Fan, and RaiderDave Serfass as RockfistJ. Michael DeAngelis as the Envoy, TSA Agent, and Train BartenderDavid S. Dear as Terry MillionaireMusic by Pete BarrySound editing and mixing by John DowginA complete transcript of this episode can be found here.Created and produced byPete Barry & J. Michael DeAngelis & John DowginAssociate Producer: Paige KlanieckiFor a complete list of credits and full sound effect attributions, please visit the episode webpage.

Apply to work with me one-on-one: https://www.cleartheshelf.com/applyHe bartended for 15 years. Then COVID hit, and he never went back. He flipped GPUs, then PS5s, then found Amazon. Now he's doing $200K months with online arbitrage at 15-16% net margins and pulling $36K a year in cashback on top of the profit.Blake (@Blake_FBA) is a seven-figure Amazon OA seller who's survived brand reviews, lost entire categories, and still keeps running it up. Today we get into how he actually sources, why repricing separates good sellers from great sellers, the cashback that pays for his life, and why he says fees only hurt you when your sourcing is weak.Chapters:00:00 - Bartender for 15 Years. Then Everything Changed.02:00 - GPU Flipping in a Discord and a Cash Deal With a Stranger04:15 - The Walmart Pallet That Made $50K at 1800% ROI08:00 - First OA Hire: Neither of Us Knew What We Were Doing13:15 - Why OA Has a Higher Ceiling Than RA16:00 - New Brands Nobody Heard of Two Years Ago20:00 - How He Went Wide Before Going Deep22:27 - Losing Brands and the Forced Pivot to Multi-Channel27:00 - eBay, Walmart, and Cross-Listing as Insurance30:45 - What a Sourcing Session Actually Looks Like37:26 - Repricing: The Skill That Separates Good From Great42:43 - $36K in Cash Back and a Backyard Bio Lab47:55 - The Year He Ran It Fully Automated (And What He Missed)51:21 - "There's a Biological Creature Running the Ship"55:16 - "Fees Only Hurt When Your Sourcing Is Weak"Follow Blake:X/Twitter: https://x.com/blake_fbaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/blake_fba/Follow Chris Grant:X/Twitter/Instagram: @cleartheshelf Newsletter: https://cleartheshelf.com/newsletterFollow Chris Racic:X/Twitter: @ChrisRacicNewsletter: https://oaleads247.com

There are scientific names and common names for agaves … or magueys, to use the common name. But the common names lack commonality: A papalometl in one part of the Mixteca is a potatorum. Less than 40 kilometers away, papalometl will refer to a Cupreata. And even the scientific names get screwy. So what's a nerd to do? Agave Road Trip is a critically acclaimed, award-winning podcast that helps gringx bartenders better understand agave, agave spirits, and rural Mexico. This episode is hosted by Lou Bank with special guest evolutionary biologist Daniel Moen. Episode Notes Thanks to Google Books for the agave image on this week's cover, which comes from El Maguey: Memoria Sobre el Cultivo y Beneficio de sus Productos (1901) by Jose Carmen Segura. Shout outs this episode to Michaela at Waffle House #431 in Tucson, the Agave Heritage Festival, mezcalero Ildefonso Macedas Ginez, mezcalero Amando Alvarado Alvarez, Jason Paul Cox and Cinco Sentidos, and Hidden Rose Apples.

Host Jen Barkan welcomes award-winning OSC Alex Neller of Dream Finders Homes into the studio, who shares her journey from bartending to online sales and the mindset and habits that have driven her success. The conversation covers what makes a great OSC from the inside out, touching on authenticity, AI adoption, realtor relationships, and the power of genuine human connection.Housekeeping:We are hiring for an Online Sales Coach! If you have a passion for the role and you want to take that passion into training, coaching, and leading, this is the job for you - apply today.TITO Shoutout:Natalie Smeby, OSC at DR Horton Houston Division - Natalie puts her training and knowledge immediately into action and has been seeing results right away.Key Takeaways:Background and the Bartender-to-OSC Pipeline: Alex shares how her restaurant and bartending background gave her a natural edge in reading the room, adapting to different people, and building rapport. AI Adoption and Overcoming Resistance: Alex was initially resistant when encouraged to use AI, worried it would make her communication feel transactional. She came around by treating AI as a baseline formatter rather than a replacement for her voice, and now uses it daily to operate at a higher level across all her relationships.Superpowers and Kryptonite: Alex names human connection as her superpower, knowing her leads' dogs' names and following through from first contact to close. Her kryptonite is a "buy or die" mentality that can lead to task fatigue from over-assigning follow-ups, though she shared a win of finally booking an appointment with a lead she had been nurturing since 2023.Realtor Relationships Challenge: In today's market, Alex says realtors are being flooded with emails and simply not reading them. Her approach is to get intentional: pick up the phone, text to flag an email, and position yourself as a one-stop resource. She also emphasizes treating realtor partners the way you treat leads, making them feel seen and valued.Skills Check:Check yourself, check your mindset, check your perspective. When you get up in the morning, pause and think about something you're grateful for. Start your day with that mantra, and write it down.Take a moment before you roll into the craziness of the day, pause, look around, and reflect. That will set the tone and shape your mindset.

On this episode, Captain David ( @captaindavid ) dives into what it's really like working behind the bar, his wildest customer stories, the chaos that comes with the job, and the drinks he swears by.Note: This conversation was recorded about two years ago, so here is some updated info on what David's been up to since then.He currently works at Tropic Thunder in downtown PhoenixIs the Director for Captain's CabinIs gearing up to open his own bar, @daggerroomphx. Until doors officially open, he's running pop‑up bar experiences, you can book them now at daggerroomphx.com. When he's not behind the bar, David's with his dog Leia, exploring nature, traveling, and connecting with new people and cultures. The man lives for good drinks, good stories, and good company.

Join us for a new perspective on the art of dining out with Adam Reiner, a James Beard Award-winning journalist who spent over two decades working in some of New York City's most celebrated restaurants, including Babbo, Carbone, and The Grill. Adam joins the show to discuss his new book, The New Rules of Dining Out, a book that offers practical, step-by-step advice on everything from soliciting recommendations from your server and tactfully sending food back to navigating wine lists and tipping like a pro . Adam also makes a compelling case for why hospitality is a two-way street, encouraging diners to "lean forward" and become more active participants in their own dining experiences . The conversation explores the cultural significance of dining out in America and how better communication builds trust between guests and staff, leading to more joyful meals for everyone involved. Get Adam's Book: https://www.amazon.com/New-Rules-Dining-Out-Restaurants/dp/0807185043 ____________________________________ Join us every Monday as acclaimed bartender, Erick Castro, interviews some of the bar industry's top talents from around the world, including bartenders, distillers & authors. If you love cocktails & spirits then this award-winning podcast is just for you. SUPPORT US ON PATREON: Get early access to episodes, exclusive bonus episodes, special content and more: https://www.patreon.com/BartenderAtLarge WATCH OUR VIDEOS ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/bartenderatlarge FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: Erick Castro: www.instagram.com/HungryBartender Bartender at Large: www.instagram.com/BartenderAtLarge FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK: Erick Castro: https://www.tiktok.com/@hungrybartender?_t=ZT-8uBekAKOGwU&_r=1 Bartender at Large: www.tiktok.com/BartenderAtLarge

In this episode of The Industry Podcast, we sit down with Emmanuel "Manny" Hernandez, lead bartender at Stokes Adobe in Monterey, California, and a 2024 Punch Magazine Top 10 honoree. Manny shares his journey from dishwasher to one of the most respected bartenders in the Monterey Bay area — including the bar-back humility that shaped his career, the physicality and "choreography" of working behind the wood, his grueling Bar5 spirits certification experience, and a harrowing, deeply personal story of surviving a shooting at the restaurant where he worked. Guest Bio Emmanuel "Manny" Hernandez was born and raised in Mexico City and moved to California at 18. He got his start in hospitality as a dishwasher before unexpectedly being thrown behind the bar one night — and never looked back. After working his way up through restaurants in Watsonville, Los Gatos, and Santa Cruz Manny completed the demanding Bar5 spirits certification and was named to Punch Magazine's Top 10 Bartenders in 2024. He currently runs the bar program at Stokes Adobe in Monterey, California. Find Manny on Instagram: @mezcalito_manny Key Topics Discussed From dishwasher to bartender — Manny's path through prep cook, barback, and an unplanned first shift slinging beer and piña coladas Bartending school and early classics — margaritas, Long Islands, and the documentary that sparked his love for the craft Taking a step back to move forward — choosing to work as a barback again at a more advanced bar in order to learn from top-tier mentors The physicality of bartending — reading your bar partner, "dancing" behind the bar, and moving efficiently in tight spaces Competition cocktails — early competition mishaps (almost forgetting the mezcal), egg-white cocktails, and lessons learned the hard way Mentorship — the influence of Kate Goodwin, Blaise Montana, and best friend/mentor Jorge Vargas on his technique and classics knowledge Bar5 certification — what the legendary, high-pressure spirits program actually involves, from memorizing 100 classic recipes to building cocktail stations from scratch Punch Magazine Top 10 (2024) — how the recognition came together and what it means for someone who started as a dishwasher Surviving gun violence at work — Manny's account of a shooting at a former restaurant, the aftermath, and how bartending helped him recover Respect for bar-backs — Manny's message to the industry about valuing the people who keep the bar running A big thank you to Jean-Marc Dykes of Imbiblia. Imbiblia is a cocktail app for bartenders, restaurants and cocktail lovers alike and built by a bartender with more than a decade of experience behind the bar. Several of the features includes the ability to create your own Imbiblia Recipe Cards with the Imbiblia Cocktail Builder, rapidly select ingredients, garnishes, methods and workshop recipes with a unique visual format, search by taste, using flavour profiles unique to Imbiblia, share recipes publicly plus many more......Imbiblia - check it out! Contact the host Kypp Saunders by email at kyppsaunders@gmail.com for products from Elora Distilling and Noble Estates. Links kyppsaunders@gmail.com @sugarrunbar @the_industry_podcast email us: info@theindustrypodcast.club

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we are joined by the legendary Brendan Kelly, vocalist and bassist of the iconic punk rock band The Lawrence Arms. Sit back as we dive into a killer interview about his musical journey, go head-to-head in a hilariously chaotic game of Super Password trivia, and dole out some genuinely entertaining advice to our social media followers. Segment 1: Bruce Trivia ( Super Password ) Where the boys play horrible at this game 06:44We tried Bloom by Urban Artifact 01:47 & 24:27Segment 2: Beer Flights we dive deep into what and who is Brendan Kelly! He talks about early songs and his influences like NWA and Beastie Boys. 37:40We tried While We Wait by Marlowe Artisanal Ales 30:53 & 01:08:06Segment 3: Bar Advice We collected questions from Instagram followers who needed advice on things from us and Brendan! 01:23:10We Tried My Dirty Dancer by Grand Junction Brewing 01:15:02 & 01:41:08Guests Social medias:Instagram: The Lawrence Arms  Brendan Kelly Youtube: Lawrence ArmsSpotify: Lawrence Arms Theme song by Title HolderOur Merch Store!!Bar Advice music background by : Punk_Rock_Short34Precision Bass Preamp Picked Punk Rock Riff.wav by FullMetalJedi -- https://freesound.org/s/348574/ -- License: Creative Commons 0Hop Station Craft BarGet Beer, Cocktails, and fab food while enjoying darts, vintage games. Hop Station is hopping!Niles BrewingUnique Beers and Cocktails! They host events and trivia weekly. Located in downtown Niles, Michigan!Perry Vine MeadsThe place to be in the Midwest to get your buzz on with the some of the finest meads ever!Shake Up CocktailsWant a zesty and fresh cocktail with the flavors of the fair? Go no further than Shake Up Cocktails!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

Caleb interviews Jason Cromley, the co-founder of Hidden Creek Landscaping. Based in Columbus, Ohio, Cromley recounts how he and his partner scaled their business from a $30,000 startup to a $30 million enterprise over nearly three decades. The discussion highlights the transition from manual labor to strategic business management, emphasizing the importance of financial literacy, budgeting through software like LMN, and implementing the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS). Cromley shares leadership insights on reading client expectations, navigating high-stakes growth, and the necessity of tenacity in the green industry. Additionally, the conversation explores the unique culture of open sharing among landscaping professionals and the challenges of integrating company acquisitions.  Key Takeaways: Embrace tenacity and grit as the foundational drivers for long-term success, regardless of where you start. Master the skill of reading people and setting clear expectations early to build stronger professional and personal relationships. Implement structured business systems and budgets to gain a clear understanding of your finances and scale your operations effectively. Create hard boundaries for work-life balance by committing to external activities, such as coaching or family events, that force you to leave the office on time. Focus on delegating tasks to specialized experts and building a strong leadership team to overcome growth plateaus and elevate your role within your organization. Connect with Auman Landscape

A recent episode of the VinePair podcast, titled "Mezcal's Continued Search for Mainstream Success,” feels to me like it was riddled with inaccuracies. And for some reason, it also feels to me like it stands in stark contrast to the recently released 2025 numbers from Comercam, the largest of the bodies certifying Mezcal. So I asked one of my favorite numbers gabbers, Marissa Paragano, to gab about that in this gabfest episode of Agave Road Trip! Agave Road Trip is a critically acclaimed, award-winning podcast that helps gringx bartenders better understand agave, agave spirits, and rural Mexico. This episode is hosted by Lou Bank with special guest Marissa Paragano (AKA the eye-rolling, not-easily-offended, kind-of-5'2” Tequila Encyclopedia) of The TequiLadies Show and The Tequila That Cares Foundation. Episode Notes Marissa is a board member of Tequila That Cares, a philanthropic organization bringing positive change to the agave spirits industry! Listen to The VinePair Podcast: “Mezcal's Continued Search for Mainstream Success.” And do also check out The Cocktail College Podcast: “Mezcal's Untold Past, Soaring Present, and Fragile Future”! Read Comercam's 2026 report, covering Mezcal (and uncertified agave spirits) commercial numbers for 2025. Shout outs this episode to the national parks, Kegel pelvic-floor exercises, GameStop, Auburn, Alabama, Jelly Babies, and on-premise and off-premise popcorn sales!

Boston bartenders clean up as World Cup fans invade Boston // The top MLB executives under the most pressure // Charlie Davies fills us in on what the World Cup means to fans and players // Wiggy's Top 5 QB's of all time //

Brad is the co-host who's been playing the most pickleball lately. Jake barely made it out of STL alive and is finally in Phoenix. Check out Cozy Earth and get 20% off site wide with this link: http://www.cozyearth.com/ghostrunners Check out Good Ranchers and use code GRKC http://bit.ly/3KV86YU Check out Main Street Roasters and use code GRKC at check out for a 10% discount! https://mainstreetroasters.com Ghostrunners merch: https://bit.ly/399MXFu Become a Patron and get exclusive content from Jake & Brad: https://bit.ly/2XJ1h3y Follow us on Instagram: http://bit.ly/33WAq4P Leave us a voice memo and ask a question: https://anchor.fm/jake-triplett/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's show, we sit down with Paul Clarke, Editor-in-Chief of Imbibe Magazine, to celebrate the publication's 20th anniversary. Paul explains how Imbibe has thrived for two decades by rejecting rapid expansion in favor of independent, intentional growth. Together, they trace the evolution of the craft cocktail movement—from hazy IPAs to mezcal Negronis—and unpack industry challenges like brewery bankruptcies and wine tariffs. Paul also offers a peek behind Imbibe's editorial curtain, revealing how human judgment guides their coverage of everything from coffee to cocktails. The conversation closes with a look ahead as Imbibe enters its third decade, balancing education with cultural storytelling. Get your free Perfect Purée Samples Here: https://perfectpuree.com/bal

What's up everyone and welcome to The Corporate Bartender!AI is everywhere these days. Companies are adopting it, folks are trying to leverage it, and it's kinda hit or miss. Businesses are seeing mixed results and the dreams of replacing folks with all kinds of robots isn't as shiny as it was a year ago. If you're wondering how to tackle the AI problem in your world, you're in the right spot. We've got Nicole Yue on the show today. She's the founder of People+Process+AI, and has 30+ years experience on the people side of business. AND she was Lori's AI teacher! Stick around, we'll talk about it.If you want to skip straight to the interview, 2:19 is your spotTCB Layout:0:00 - Show Open & Intro0:51 - Titles1:22 - Kickoff 2:19- Nicole Yue Interview59:25 - Last CallWebsite: https://peopleprocessai.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolelenaersyue/Join our community!https://skyeteam.cloud/tcbTheme Music by Hooksounds.comGood Feels Stories Copyright Paramount/CBS

Bartender: Glass of God Worth Watching - FAP-391Ryu's hunting the perfect drink in a hidden Tokyo bar, but whether Glass of God is worth your time depends entirely on how much you love a slow burn.Genres: Drama, Slice of Life, SeinenStudio: LiberSource: MangaJack's Score: 6/10Rick's Score: 8/10Verdict: Rick poured a weak eight and Jack left a six on the bar, slow by design and emotionally honest, but it's not going to hit for everyone.Timestamps:00:00 - Intro and Episode Setup02:48 - Show Synopsis and Setting the Scene03:44 - Glass of God vs. the 2006 Original07:03 - The Competition Arc and Ryu vs. Mr. Perfect13:34 - The Bar as a Sanctuary18:09 - Heavier Themes: Guilt, Loss, and Responsibility26:43 - Studio, Animation, and Final Critiques31:09 - Scores and Verdict33:32 - Next Week PreviewFor everything having to do with the anime and this episode go to - https://www.featuredanimepodcast.com/episodes/bartender-glass-of-god-anime-review/Next Week: Rooster FighterPatreon - https://www.patreon.com/featuredanimepodcast (ad-free + early access + voting)Merch - https://www.featuredanimepodcast.com/shopDiscord - https://discord.gg/DZRKTAN (suggest anime + hang with us)Rate us 5 stars if this one hit, drop your thoughts in Discord, and we'll see you next week!

We've talked about agave straws in previous episodes, but I've been spending more time digging into them. And more than that, I've been spending time reading about – and now speaking with – Dr. Sandra Pascoe Ortiz, who has developed a plastic that is compostable and leaves behind no microplastics. So is this a solution for our plastics problem? Agave Road Trip is a critically acclaimed, award-winning podcast that helps gringx bartenders better understand agave, agave spirits, and rural Mexico. This episode is hosted by Lou Bank with special guest Linda Sullivan of seynasecreto and wisdom from researcher and chemical engineer Dr. Sandra Pascoe Ortiz. Episode Notes Listen to “Are agave straws really better than plastic?,” “Agave Road Trip,” season 4, episode 37. Read “Microplastics Everywhere,” Harvard Medicine magazine, Spring 2023. Shout outs this episode to D2W, CO2, and R2D2.   Ad Links If you want a Tequila that reaches back in time, go check out Tequila Arriesgado! Head out on an Agave Road Trip with Finca 18! Greg Rutkowski will take you on his Agave Road Trip Route #2 - Raicilla de la Costa! Price includes a bottle of Paulo Rodriguez's fabled, limited Tumbado batch! Order beautiful spirits to be delivered to anywhere in Mexico — beautiful or otherwise — through Agave Spirits Presents!

Join us for a conversation with the James Beard Award-winning duo behind the new book, The Cocktail Sessions: Toby Maloney, award-winning bartender, and acclaimed author Emma Janzen. Toby draws on decades behind the bar to break down the fundamentals of classic cocktails, from the Daiquiri and Old Fashioned to the Negroni and beyond, revealing how small adjustments in balance, texture, temperature, and technique can transform an everyday staple into something truly memorable. Emma brings her signature clarity and storytelling to the discussion, explaining how their collaborative process distills professional wisdom into pages that feel like sitting down for a session with a master bartender. Together, they explore why there is no single right way to make a great Martini or Mai Tai, and how home enthusiasts can learn to trust their own palates. Tune in for a masterclass in classic cocktails that is equal parts education, inspiration, and pure joy. Link to book: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/757701/the-classic-cocktail-sessions-by-toby-maloney-and-emma-janzen/ Free Perfect Puree Samples: https://perfectpuree.com/bal ____________________________________ Join us every Monday as acclaimed bartender, Erick Castro, interviews some of the bar industry's top talents from around the world, including bartenders, distillers & authors. If you love cocktails & spirits then this award-winning podcast is just for you. SUPPORT US ON PATREON: Get early access to episodes, exclusive bonus episodes, special content and more: https://www.patreon.com/BartenderAtLarge WATCH OUR VIDEOS ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/bartenderatlarge FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: Erick Castro: www.instagram.com/HungryBartender Bartender at Large: www.instagram.com/BartenderAtLarge FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK: Erick Castro: https://www.tiktok.com/@hungrybartender?_t=ZT-8uBekAKOGwU&_r=1 Bartender at Large: www.tiktok.com/BartenderAtLarge

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Apple has shown off the new Accessibility features coming in iOS 27, which did nothing to stem the torrent of rumors about what we'll see in Apple Intelligence, but possibly did steal a little bit of thunder from Google's peculiar mishmash of an I/O conference, on the AppleInsider Podcast.Contact your hosts:@williamgallagher_ on Threads@WGallagher on TwitterWilliam's 58keys on YouTubeWilliam Gallagher on emailWes on BlueskyWes Hilliard on emailWes's blog HillitechSponsored by:Bartender:  Check out the new Bartender Pro at macbartender.com/appleinsiderNordStellar: Unlock your 10% discount at nordstellar.com/appleinsider with the coupon code nordappleinsider-10-NORDSTELLARLinks from the Show:Owning an Apple Home: implementing smart pet solutionsVision Pro wheelchair control & more accessibility features detailed ahead of WWDCHikawa Grip & Stand for iPhone launches globally at a new lower priceRevamped Siri may launch in beta, despite two year delayPrivacy & data security will remain central to Apple's 2026 AI pushGenmoji in iOS 27 will use what you type and what's in Photos for suggestionsImproved Writing Tools, generated wallpapers, & easier Shortcut creation rumored for iOS 27AI is making smartphones verifiably worse by designDon't expect new Macs at WWDC 2026Google I/O 2026 had nothing to say and said it badly ahead of Apple's WWDCProblematic hinge could delay the iPhone FoldApple's iPhone Fold hinge design may become industry standard Latest Apple Immersive rollout exemplifies Apple Vision Pro's entire problemSupport the show:Support the show on Patreon or Apple Podcasts to get ad-free episodes every week, access to our private Discord channel, and early release of the show! We would also appreciate a 5-star rating and review in Apple PodcastsMore AppleInsider podcastsTune in to our HomeKit Insider podcast covering the latest news, products, apps and everything HomeKit related. Subscribe in Apple Podcasts, Overcast, or just search for HomeKit Insider wherever you get your podcasts.Subscribe and listen to our AppleInsider Daily podcast for the latest Apple news Monday through Friday. You can find it on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: advertising@appleinsider.com ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★