Podcasts about Scotch

Why This Episode MattersThe Guys taste ʻŌkolehao, a nearly lost Hawaiian spirit made from kī root, and explore its unusual history and revival.Why Michelin retired its Green Star—and why judging sustainability is far more complicated than judging what arrives at the table.The economic problem facing bars devoted exclusively to non-alcoholic cocktails.A simple way to uncover better bottles and better values when restaurant wine-list prices are climbing.The BanterMark Pascal and Francis Schott welcome two of their favorite guests: each other.Longtime listener Kelvin sends the Guys bottle number 125 of 150 from an early release of Ola ʻŌkolehao. They taste the Hawaiian spirit, find notes reminiscent of Scotch and Irish whiskey and dig into its history from its roots in Native Hawaiian culture to its disappearance and modern revival.Naturally, a discussion of spirits aged while being agitated at sea gives Mark an opening Francis never sees coming.The ConversationThe Guys begin with Michelin's decision to retire the Green Star. Recognizing restaurants for responsible sourcing and sustainable practices may be admirable, but Francis and Mark question whether such broad claims can be verified with the same confidence as food, service and the guest experience. That leads to a larger debate about Michelin's expanding reach, changing standards and whether professional restaurant critics still matter in the age of online reviews.Next, they consider the wave of mocktail-only bars and why so many have struggled to stay open. Both believe serious non-alcoholic drinks belong on every good cocktail list, but Mark questions whether a venue serving only zero-proof cocktails can compete economically with restaurants, traditional bars and coffee shops already serving the same audience.Finally, Francis shares a useful restaurant wine hack discovered in Aspen. When the bottle list starts at an uncomfortable price, look at the wines offered by the glass. Ask how many glasses the restaurant pours from a bottle and whether you can order a full bottle of one of those selections. You may find a more interesting wine at a substantially better price.Mark then reveals he has been using essentially the same strategy with pizza since the 1980s.Timestamps00:00 Tasting the revived Hawaiian spirit ʻŌkolehao05:35 The history, disappearance and return of ʻŌkolehao12:15 Why Michelin retired the Green Star16:25 Is Michelin diluting its restaurant standards?19:00 Can mocktail-only bars survive?26:20 Rising restaurant wine prices and the by-the-glass bottle hack31:20 Mark's remarkably similar pizza hackInfoOla ʻŌkolehao Distillery https://thespiritofhawaii.com/Restaurant Guys' Regulars https://restaurantguysregulars.buzzsprout.com/If you want a chance to get two tickets to our Bourbon, Beer & Beefsteak and live recording with Sother Teague and Jack McGarry in New Orleans on July 21, 2026,sign up to be a Restaurant Guys Regular (our paid subscribers) here  https://restaurantguysregulars.buzzsprout.com/ Then email TheGuys@restaurantguyspodcast.com. Put "beefsteak" in the subject line. We'll pick the winner and let you Subscribe: Restaurant Guys' Regularhttps://restaurantguysregulars.buzzsprout.com/Magyar Bankhttps://www.magbank.com/Stage Left Wine Shophttps://www.stageleftwineshop.com/Our PlacesStage Left Steakhttps://www.stageleft.com/Catherine Lombardi Restauranthttps://www.catherinelombardi.com/Stage Left Wineshophttps://www.stageleftwineshop.com/Reach Out to The Guys!TheGuys@restaurantguyspodcast.com

LOUNGE LIZARDS PRESENTED BY FABRICA5 - Brilliant Honduran Cigars - Visit Fabrica005.com and use code LIZARDPOD at checkout for 10% off THE ENTIRE STORE! Free worldwide shipping from Miami on all orders over $125. See website for more information and terms.SMALL BATCH CIGAR - SAVE 15% - Exclusive Cigar Retail Partner of the Lizards - Visit SmallBatchCigar.com and use code LIZARD15 for 15% off your order. Free shipping and 5% rewards back always. Standard exclusions apply. Simple. Fast. Small Batch Cigar.Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the Lizards pair the Gurkha Nicaragua Series in Toro with Paraduxx Proprietary Red Blend 2022. The guys dive deep into Gurkha's fascinating history and catalog, they discuss how Gurkha pioneered the now-common focus on cigar packaging/marketing and they catch up on listener emails.PLUS: Gurkha's Long-Lasting Marketing Impact, 2026 Update: Bringing Cubans into the USA, Gurkha's Incredible Catalog, New J.J. Fox Selección Line Announced for Ireland and U.K., Cubans Selling their Farms for Pennies & MoreJoin the Lounge Lizards for a weekly discussion on all things cigars (both Cuban and non-Cuban), whiskey, food, travel, life and work. This is your formal invitation to join us in a relaxing discussion amongst friends and become a card-carrying Lounge Lizard yourself. This is not your typical cigar podcast. We're a group of friends who love sharing cigars, whiskey and a good laugh.website/merch/rating archive: loungelizardspod.comemail: hello@loungelizardspod.com to join the conversation and be featured on an upcoming episode!instagram: @loungelizardspodGizmo HQ: LizardGizmo.com

Glengoyne recently released a Mizunara Oak-matured single malt as part of its Oak Masters Series. We'll taste it and talk about it with distillery manager Robbie Hughes on this week's WhiskyCast In-Depth. In the news, Brown-Forman is looking for a new CEO after Lawson Whiting announced his retirement plans this week. Maker's Mark is launching a new travel retail exclusive series, and we'll have details on the week's new whiskies.

Michael and Ethan discuss The Seven Strings of the Lyre, by George Sand (also known as A Woman's Version of the Faust Legend), while drinking Craigellachie 13yo Speyside Single Malt..In this episode:The title of this play is annoying, not George Sand's faultA lot about fan fictionGK Chesteron's “A Defense of Penny Dreadfuls”Madame de Stael, by Maria FairweatherThe point is not to win the argument, the point is to have the argumentWhat's a polite way of saying “knocked around like a hockey puck”?Narrowcasting: when we engage specifically with the “Half-Blood Prince” who marked up Michael's copyThat said, the notes are potentially extremely bad (or at least highly debateable)The ur-text Ethan is thinking of is the Nag Hammadi Library, whose original English translation was published in 1978 (so Ethan was at least 12 years wrong)MagnetismNext time Michael and Ethan will continue to discuss The Seven Strings of the Lyre, by George Sand! Join the discussion! Go to the Contact page and put "Scotch Talk" in the Subject line. We'd love to hear from you! And submit your homework at the Michael & Ethan in a Room with Scotch page. Join us on GoodReads!Get on our Substack!Donate to our Patreon! MUSIC & SFX: "Kessy Swings Endless - (ID 349)" by Lobo Loco. Used by permission. "The Grim Reaper - II Presto" by Aitua. Used under an Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike License. "Thinking It Over" by Lee Rosevere. Used under an Attribution License.(Links to books & products are affiliate links.)

more of my shameless book promotion time! continuing with my 2021 collection ‘from my front steps.' covid-19 was a helluva time, wasn't it? it began to expose the ugly divide in our country. the selfishness. it only made you wonder if reality was truly a fabrication, & how dependent we are on crutches to see ourselves through… ‘from my front steps' is available on amazon. if you enjoy it, please indulge me the favor of a review. today's selection is: ‘the forgotten phase' the country closed tightthough like an old whoresome parts insist on parting openaccepting the dime but not the dollarcommon sense priceless and drying in jarsmoonshine gone the way of lemonadeand the sober guzzle itwhile the drunks measure the fingersclinging inside the glasslaughing cause they get it—the hard stuff lends the buzzbut reality is what'll get ya—with swimming heads they toast the drowningknowing thru abandoned heartsthey trained for the marathonnot the race. *#barflypoet#josephapinto© Joseph A. Pinto*'Dead Bird,' 'From My Front Steps,' 'Scotch and Scars' and 'A Distilled Spirit' poetry collections available in paperback and ebook on Amazon.*instagram at joseph_a_pinto*https://www.etsy.com/shop/JosephPinto *subscribe to the ‘Joseph Pinto, the barflypoet' YouTube channel ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/y2stm5ms⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Harry Styles Supports UK Runner's 850-Mile Tribute, Plus Four More Good News Stories Host Johnny Mac shares five good news stories: Loz ran about 850 miles across the UK in under 17 days (about 50 km daily) to honor his parents, raising a goal of £8,000 for four charities tied to cancer, heart disease, children's healthcare, and mental health; after Loz posted daily updates inviting Harry Styles to run, Styles' team invited him to a Wembley show and donated £2,000. Also in the UK, Iceland Foods created an unofficial record “Picky Bits” spread on a 65-foot table with 15,000+ items, including cocktail sausages, sausage rolls, Scotch eggs, and over 100 kg of cheese. In Spain, Bluenewables launched a floating, bifacial solar platform to be tested off Valencia. In Australia, town crier Lord Joseph set a Guinness record with a 122.4-decibel yell. In Texas, authorities seek an escaped giraffe named Gracie with a $5,000 reward.  5 Good News Stories is a daily podcast with five positive, uplifting news stories to brighten your day. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media networkJohn also hosts Daily Comedy NewsUnlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media!  For Apple users, hit the banner which says Uninterrupted Listening on your Apple podcasts app. Subscribe now for exclusive shows like 'Palace Intrigue,' and get bonus content from Deep Crown (our exclusive Palace Insider!) Or get 'Daily Comedy News,' and '5 Good News Stories' with no commercials! Plans start at $4.99 per month, or save 20% with a yearly plan at $49.99. Join today and help support the show!Get more info from Caloroga Shark Media and if you have any comments, suggestions, or just want to get in touch our email is info@caloroga.com

Headlines from the week of July 15, 2026    - Sheriff's log pulled from local newspapers     - Op-Ed: Keeping Sheriff's Log from the public is a mistake    - Three San Juan Island women detained and deported by Homeland Security     - Weeds, wings and work ethic: Youth Conservation Corps starts its season busting Scotch broom

moving along on my shameless book promotion time, another excerpt from my 2021 collection ‘from my front steps.' my daughter is on the spectrum & it's been a tough journey for all involved. everything is a challenge, right down to making friends. it's broken my heart, even while her own knows no bounds.  ‘from my front steps' is available on amazon. if you enjoy it, please indulge me the favor of a review. today's selection is: ‘if i'm okay'she's having her first sleepover i can feel her glow from down the blockshe's found a friend who accepts her as she isit's all i could ever ask fora lesson i pray she learnswithout my constant remindingit's hard being a fathertrading football jersey for dollsa stern tongue for princess voicesand i'd be a liar if i said i wasn't a bit sadand i'd be a liar if i said i won't consult the stuffed animals lining her bed tonighthoping they'll ask in inflections i impersonateif i'm okay. *#barflypoet#josephapinto© Joseph A. Pinto*'Dead Bird,' 'From My Front Steps,' 'Scotch and Scars' and 'A Distilled Spirit' poetry collections available in paperback and ebook on Amazon.*instagram at joseph_a_pinto*https://www.etsy.com/shop/JosephPinto *subscribe to the ‘Joseph Pinto, the barflypoet' YouTube channel ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/y2stm5ms⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

LOUNGE LIZARDS PRESENTED BY FABRICA5 - Brilliant Honduran Cigars - Visit Fabrica005.com and use code LIZARDPOD at checkout for 10% off THE ENTIRE STORE! Free worldwide shipping from Miami on all orders over $125. See website for more information and terms.SMALL BATCH CIGAR - SAVE 15% - Exclusive Cigar Retail Partner of the Lizards - Visit SmallBatchCigar.com and use code LIZARD15 for 15% off your order. Free shipping and 5% rewards back always. Standard exclusions apply. Simple. Fast. Small Batch Cigar.Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the Lizards pair Stoic Equanimity in Wisdom with fifteen years aged Redbreast Single Pot Still Blended Irish Whiskey. The guys detail discuss how drastic cigar pricing differences can be around the world, they share a listener email on a disastrous situation in his humidor and Senator shares that he's joined an 'exclusive member club'.PLUS: Limited Avowed Sampler, Listener Asks: "Are My Cigars Ruined?", The Trouble with Thermoelectric Humidors, Alaska Bans New Lounges, Cuban Tobacco in Non-Cuban Cigars, New 11,000 ft² Cigar Bar & MoreJoin the Lounge Lizards for a weekly discussion on all things cigars (both Cuban and non-Cuban), whiskey, food, travel, life and work. This is your formal invitation to join us in a relaxing discussion amongst friends and become a card-carrying Lounge Lizard yourself. This is not your typical cigar podcast. We're a group of friends who love sharing cigars, whiskey and a good laugh.website/merch/rating archive: loungelizardspod.comemail: hello@loungelizardspod.com to join the conversation and be featured on an upcoming episode!instagram: @loungelizardspodGizmo HQ: LizardGizmo.com

it's shameless book promotion time! i've already shared poetry from my collections ‘a distilled spirit' and ‘scotch & scars.' now we move along to my 3rd collection from 2021, ‘from my front steps.' unlike the books preceding it, where my poetry was selected to make a collection, this was my first attempt at actually writing for a collection. it became a breakthrough of sorts for me. while covid-19 shut life down during the summer of 2020, i decided on a challenge: in only a few days and while sitting atop my front steps, i would write a small collection to whatever i was witnessing or feeling. what came through were the first tellings of my newfound spirituality, my trademark ruminations and a tale of unrequited love. ‘from my front steps' is available on amazon. if you enjoy it, please indulge me the favor of a review. today's selection is: ‘prophecies and promises' my tarot spoke of a storm comingbut the weatherman didn't warn meso i poured a bourbon and a beerand took to my front steps hopingto divine what the fine lines of my uni-ball pen conjuredwithin a one subject notebooklacking the muscle to supportthe entirety of my complexity something i have endured thru thisthe celtic cross spread of my lifewhile atop the horizon goliaths gatheredchurning in tease of prophecies and promisesi have waited for in unwavering faithtortured by sutured lips of spiritwhose grand notebook far dwarfsmy own.*#barflypoet#josephapinto© Joseph A. Pinto*'Dead Bird,' 'From My Front Steps,' 'Scotch and Scars' and 'A Distilled Spirit' poetry collections available in paperback and ebook on Amazon.*instagram at joseph_a_pinto*https://www.etsy.com/shop/JosephPinto *subscribe to the ‘Joseph Pinto, the barflypoet' YouTube channel ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/y2stm5ms⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

The difficulty in life is the choice. And this week the choice came fast: an hour before we sat down, a tree took a lightning strike around the corner, dropped a branch on a woman's car, smashed a transformer, took out the block. Genesis's people — Josh, Kyle — ran toward it and pulled her out. Then they walked over and made a podcast about the creative life.That's the register of this second episode, recorded at the corner of 4th and Market, the intersection of a city that is itself a crossroads. Genesis poured a Scotch bottled somewhere between 1929 and 1940 — a hundred years in someone's collection, traded for one of his paintings — and we talked about permanence, and how the people from a hundred years ago are speaking more resonantly to us than ever. (No, that pour you hear is not AI. That's the real thing.)Some of what we got into:* The Waffle House poet. Genesis met a woman writing “immaculate poetry” at 3 a.m. who's been at it twenty years and is certain it's not for her. The whole episode circles back to her: the gap between a real gift and the permission to claim it.* The compromises we make with ourselves. From a Seinfeld bit about the trashman to Chad's first year of seminary mopping floors as “the minister to commodes” — the dignity of honest work, and the moment a gift asks to be shared anyway.* When to keep going, and when to stop. Bukowski's twenty years at the post office. The friend who built a $50M company and blew it up because chaos was his home. The bandmate who wouldn't sign the deal. If you love the work like you love ice cream, the sugar high fades. If you love it like you love your children, you keep going — even if it costs you.* What is good art? Bob Dylan's voice. The mystery in Roethke's line, “Light takes the tree; but who can tell us how?”* The invisible layer. John O'Donohue's “invisible choreography” between the heart and what it beholds — and how the receiver often finds something in the art the maker never knew was there.Two poems. Chad read Theodore Roethke's villanelle “The Waking” (“I wake to sleep, and take my waking slow. / I learn by going where I have to go.”) — and Genesis answered with Chase Twichell's subway poem, the one that ends on “I don't know who speaks / when the horse speaks.” Then Kyle Kasper, a poet who moved to Chattanooga last year and just published his first collection — and who'd run out to that wrecked car an hour before — read his own poem, “Kind to Me”: “We must be kind to ourselves… be good to your soul, like you would to a child.”We closed on the question we're keeping: What are you alive to right now? And what are you closed to? Genesis is alive to the opinion that challenges his own — “if nobody likes you, I wonder why not; let's hang.” And what he's closed to turned out to be the most open thing he said all night: the God question, from an experience in a 2002 storm he can't un-know. “I don't have the answers, but I have the experience.”Listen above. New conversations from The Home Bar, and Mondays and Thursdays wherever you get your podcasts.From Chattanooga, a crossroads city, at a bar on an intersection — this is The Difficulty. Brought to you in part by Crossroads Publishing Group. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit chadprevost.substack.com

Dan loves Scotch. While he will drink it all year, not everyone is the same. This week he brought a sample box brimming with Summer Scotches. Perfect for hot days and ice-cold Highballs. Or maybe for cool summer nights around the fire. Auchentoshan 12-Year-Old Lowland Single Malt Fettercairn 12-Year-Old Highland Single Malt Glen Scotia 10-Year-Old Campbeltown Scotch Glenmorangie Single Malt Harrison Ford Edition Jura 12-Year-Old Single Malt Scotch Lochlea Our Barley Lowland Single Malt BenRiach 10-Year-Old Speyside Single Malt Glenglassaugh Portsoy Peated Highland Single Malt Torabhaig Taigh Isle of Skye Single Malt Highland Park Cask Strength Heather Limited Release 2025 If you have a question for the Barrel to Bottle Crew, email us at comments@binnys.com, or reach out to us on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram. If we answer your question during a podcast, you'll get a $20 Binny's Gift Card! If you like our podcast, subscribe wherever you download podcasts. Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts.  

Greg King returns to The Bourbon Showdown for a deep dive into the legendary world of Lagavulin. From Scotland's whisky regions and what defines a true Scotch to the history behind one of Islay's most iconic distilleries, Greg shares the stories behind every sip. Along the way, we taste Lagavulin 11 Year Old Sweet Peat, the 2025 12 Year Old Special Release "Grain & Embers," and the legendary Lagavulin 16. Whether you're a longtime Scotch fan or just beginning your journey, this is an episode you won't want to miss.

LOUNGE LIZARDS PRESENTED BY FABRICA5 - Brilliant Honduran Cigars - Visit Fabrica005.com and use code LIZARDPOD at checkout for 10% off THE ENTIRE STORE! Free worldwide shipping from Miami on all orders over $125. See website for more information and terms.SMALL BATCH CIGAR - SAVE 15% - Exclusive Cigar Retail Partner of the Lizards - Visit SmallBatchCigar.com and use code LIZARD15 for 15% off your order. Free shipping and 5% rewards back always. Standard exclusions apply. Simple. Fast. Small Batch Cigar.Fixed audio! Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the Lizards pair Aladino 250th with ten years aged Bulleit Frontier Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey. The guys share their interview from PCA 2026 with Ariana Eiroa from JRE Tobacco and Aladino, they debate the peaks and valleys of aging cigars, and they share their favorite places in the world to smoke a cigar.PLUS: Choosing Your Last-Ever Cigar, RIP Glenn Wolfson (Drew Estate CEO), Cuban Cigar Shipments Down Significantly, Who is Responsible for Cigar Consistency?, Listener Email Catch-Up, Phoenicia Shipping Surcharge, How Long Would Current Lizard Collections Last? & 'Bam Explains it All'Join the Lounge Lizards for a weekly discussion on all things cigars (both Cuban and non-Cuban), whiskey, food, travel, life and work. This is your formal invitation to join us in a relaxing discussion amongst friends and become a card-carrying Lounge Lizard yourself. This is not your typical cigar podcast. We're a group of friends who love sharing cigars, whiskey and a good laugh.website/merch/rating archive: loungelizardspod.comemail: hello@loungelizardspod.com to join the conversation and be featured on an upcoming episode!instagram: @loungelizardspodGizmo HQ: LizardGizmo.com

Join us for an action-packed recap of GunCon 2026! This week we sit down with special guests who were on the ground at the show to break down all the highlights, the gear, the vibes, and the important conversations happening in the firearms community.We dive into: • Who's really fighting for our rights in 2026? • My GHM9 Pulse Rifle paired with the Manticore Arms Ripley Rail — which turned heads all weekend at GunCon! • Scotch vs Tequila: a spirited debate with the guys • Spotlight on standout brands at the show including Akos Arms, Extar, Bio-Fire, Pyramyd Air, and Stealth Arms • Why shot placement matters more than caliber (and other lessons from the range) It was a blast catching up, sharing laughs, and talking guns with great people. If you love firearms, gear, and good conversation, this episode is for you!Drop a comment: Did you make it to GunCon 2026? What was your favorite part?Thanks for watching — like, subscribe, and hit the bell so you never miss an episode!#GunCon2026 #Firearms #GHM9 #SecondAmendment #GunGear #ShootingSports #AkosArms #Extar #StealthArms Where to find us: Livefire-media.com Rangehot.com   Social Links: IG - @livefirem - @rangehot.com_offical X - @LiveFireM - @rangehotdotcom FB - Live Fire Media - Range Hot   Live Fire Media on RSS.com Live Fire Media Show | Podcast on RSS.com

This episode Phil, Reily, Toby, Scotch, Pizza Man, and I review the dumbest police incidents in recent memory. Out of control and lots of laughs.Please patronize and support the LEO businesses that made this podcast possible.Sunday podcasts are brought to you by my friends over at OfficerPrivacy.com OfficerPrivacy has software that allows you to quickly remove your personal information from the internet. Use their software FREE for 14 days. Or their team of LEO's will remove your info for you. Sign up and feel safe again.How are First Responders hitting huge fitness / body/ health goals? Don't miss this one! Fit Responder Fit Responder is the top remote coaching program for first responders around the US. Having support that understands the demands and stressors of the job helps when you need an effective and realistic action plan to make your goals reality  Follow FIT RESPONDER for tips, guides, memes, etc. https://fitresponder.com/

This week the dads welcome Dave Sampson in the studio! Dave lets us know that AZ is hot. Dave tells us a place that he wants to visit. Towel fetish? Dave has a nightmare renter and it cost him a fortune. Shout out to Nat! GenZ divorce rates are climbing. We a quick chat about alcohol tasting, Scotch, Burbon and what's "good". We get Dave's take on EVs. Dave feels the weight of his CEO position. Plus so much more!

Refer a friend to the Society and earn £50 in vouchers: UK: https://smws.io/wm8 EU: https://smws.io/gzj Join the Society for £100 a year and your first bottle, worth £70, is on us: UK: https://smws.io/3gu EU: https://smws.io/mp1 Explore the July Outturn: UK: https://smws.com/outturn EU: https://smws.eu/outturn This month Calum and Duncan are on the road filming for an exciting new documentary. Tune in to find out more about that, see the guys enjoy some of the most intriguing bottles from the July Outturn, catch up with Richard as he stops by for a cameo and indulge in one of their favourite whisky snacks.

LOUNGE LIZARDS PRESENTED BY FABRICA5 - Brilliant Honduran Cigars - Visit Fabrica005.com and use code LIZARDPOD at checkout for 10% off THE ENTIRE STORE! Free worldwide shipping from Miami on all orders over $125. See website for more information and terms.SMALL BATCH CIGAR - SAVE 15% - Exclusive Cigar Retail Partner of the Lizards - Visit SmallBatchCigar.com and use code LIZARD15 for 15% off your order. Free shipping and 5% rewards back always. Standard exclusions apply. Simple. Fast. Small Batch Cigar.Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the Lizards pair the Davidoff Grand Cru No. 5 and H. Upmann Majestic with Eighteen Years Aged Johnnie Walker Blended Scotch Whisky. Listeners share their thoughts on Davidoff's inconsistencies, the guys discuss box codes on non-Cuban cigars and they share the cigars that have overtaken the Cubans in their rotations.Plus: Big Cigar Brand/Retailer Dynamic, Smoking Multiple Cigars, Senator on Repairing a Brand's Reputation, Aging Padron X000s, Meerapfel Review Follow Up, LOTW at Shelley's DC, How Can Lizards Support PCA? & Social Media Platforms Purging Cigar GroupsJoin the Lounge Lizards for a weekly discussion on all things cigars (both Cuban and non-Cuban), whiskey, food, travel, life and work. This is your formal invitation to join us in a relaxing discussion amongst friends and become a card-carrying Lounge Lizard yourself. This is not your typical cigar podcast. We're a group of friends who love sharing cigars, whiskey and a good laugh.website/merch/rating archive: loungelizardspod.comemail: hello@loungelizardspod.com to join the conversation and be featured on an upcoming episode!instagram: @loungelizardspodGizmo HQ: LizardGizmo.com

On the morning of March 24, 1986, Julie Williams drank from the office water cooler shortly after arriving at work and immediately collapsed. Other employees noticed the water had a bitter taste and unusual odor, but avoided swallowing it. One coworker recognized the smell from an earlier incident involving contaminated Scotch whisky.Join Mike and Gibby as they discuss the death of Julie Williams. In his second attempt to kill his wife, Lewis Allen Harry Jr. poisoned the office water cooler at his wife's workplace, but ended up killing one of her coworkers, who drank the poisoned water and collapsed moments later. You can help support the show at patreon.com/truecrimeallthetimeVisit the show's website at truecrimeallthetime.com for contact, merchandise, and donation informationAn Emash Digital productionSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Razor Wire opens this week with McShane and Fitz arguing New York's Democrat Socialist of America wave and NYC primary upsets confirm a hard-left “communism” shift, with low turnout letting DSA candidates dominate and mainstream Democrats fractured (Carville teased). They mock AOC's claims about GOP “fear,” play clips of socialist candidates pushing nationalized airlines and 9/11/colonialism framing, and use Trump's “free stuff sells” communism riff to warn of collapse and violence, citing Scott Wiener getting heckled and armed leftist groups. Europe's heat panic, “melting stoplights,” Germany allegedly removing AC units, and anti-AC climate pledges lead into climate-control satire and peat/Scotch whisky backlash. News turns to major earthquakes (Venezuela doublet ~7.2/7.6; Japan) with discussion of pre-quake lights, coronal hole streams, planetary alignment, and ignored warning signals. Interspersed: Beer Drop subscription, Monkless “Curtain Closer” quintuple (11.6%) praise, disappointing sour and stout, plus a “farm report” on Australia's gimpy-gimpy pain plant.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/razor-wire-news--5683729/support.www.razorwirenews.com

Send us Fan MailWhy is whiskey sometimes spelled without the "e"? Who makes the better whiskey—the Scots or the Irish? Did explorers really uncover three lost cases of Ernest Shackleton's Scotch whisky at his Antarctic base camp more than a century later—and then painstakingly recreate the original spirit?From ancient origins to the digital age, this episode is packed with remarkable stories, history, and the people who shaped the world's favorite spirit.Check out the website: www.drinkingonthejob.com for great past episodes. Everyone from Iron Chefs, winemakers, journalist and more. 

With special guests Kelsie, Hannah, and Jessica from the Reading Revisited podcast, Michael and Ethan discuss “The Little Mermaid” by Hans Christian Andersen, while drinking Craigellachie 13yo Speyside Single Malt..In this episode:First and most important: NO SNITCHINGThere's no rule that says you can't mock husbandsTalking about the end firstGetting what you want vs. getting something betterDevil's Contract: The History of the Faustian Bargain, by Ed SimonLowercase love vs. Uppercase LoveMyths and the myths behind themPride must suffer pain (mean)If the deal is today-only, walk awayPotential uses for a mermaid's tongueIf you haven't been reading fairy tales, they're actually very niceHere's one investigation into the alleged Einstein “read your children fairy tales” quoteOne version of the Children of LirAndersen's Fairy Tales as translated by Tiina NunnellyThere's still no snitchingNext time Michael and Ethan will discuss The Seven Strings of the Lyre, by George Sand! Join the discussion! Go to the Contact page and put "Scotch Talk" in the Subject line. We'd love to hear from you! And submit your homework at the Michael & Ethan in a Room with Scotch page. Join us on GoodReads!Get on our Substack!Donate to our Patreon! MUSIC & SFX: "Kessy Swings Endless - (ID 349)" by Lobo Loco. Used by permission. "The Grim Reaper - II Presto" by Aitua. Used under an Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike License. "Thinking It Over" by Lee Rosevere. Used under an Attribution License.(Links to books & products are affiliate links.)

Discover the secrets behind authentic Jamaican jerk chicken—from Scotch bonnet peppers and allspice to deep scoring and proper marinating times. Learn how to replicate traditional pit-smoking methods at home using modern appliances, and why day-two jerk might taste even better. JerkPit.com City: Houston Address: 1726 Michael Street Website: https://jerkpit.com

We put ourselves on the spot with ten UK travel categories and share the places, journeys and moments we genuinely love after decades of travelling around the country. The conversation turns into a practical lesson on how to choose priorities for a first UK trip without getting overwhelmed.Favourite cities outside London, with York and Edinburgh highlightsBest day trips from London, including Bath and multi-stop guided optionsStandout UK train journeys, from Settle to Carlisle to the Caledonian SleeperBritish foods worth trying, including Scotch eggs and classic cakesFavourite churches and cathedrals, with Winchester, Salisbury and CanterburyCastles we recommend, from the Tower of London to Wales and NorthumberlandWildlife and landscape moments, including puffins and Highland sceneryMuseums we never skip, from the V&A to the National Railway MuseumBest seasons to visit the UK, comparing spring and early autumnOne-place picks for first-time visitors, from Chatsworth to the CotswoldsIf you'd like to get in touch, leave us a message on SpeakPipe. Share this with anyone you know who is planning a trip to the UK. If you've enjoyed the show, please leave us a review on your favourite podcast app.

LOUNGE LIZARDS PRESENTED BY FABRICA5 - Brilliant Honduran Cigars - Visit Fabrica005.com and use code LIZARDPOD at checkout for 10% off THE ENTIRE STORE! Free worldwide shipping from Miami on all orders over $125. See website for more information and terms.SMALL BATCH CIGAR - SAVE 15% - Exclusive Cigar Retail Partner of the Lizards - Visit SmallBatchCigar.com and use code LIZARD15 for 15% off your order. Free shipping and 5% rewards back always. Standard exclusions apply. Simple. Fast. Small Batch Cigar.Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the Lizards revisit Vegas Robaina Unicos (GEM JUL 20) paired with Havana Club Edición Profesional "B: Rich & Smoky Dark" Cuban rum. The guys ponder the future of this marca with Habanos S.A., they discuss the recently-proposed New York State generational tobacco ban, and a Lizard Listener asks Bam for an etiquette rules exception.PLUS: Titans of Tobacco Release Update, New Por Larrañaga Regional, The New $20K LFD Humidor, S.T. Dupont's Releases for Cohiba's 60th & MoreJoin the Lounge Lizards for a weekly discussion on all things cigars (both Cuban and non-Cuban), whiskey, food, travel, life and work. This is your formal invitation to join us in a relaxing discussion amongst friends and become a card-carrying Lounge Lizard yourself. This is not your typical cigar podcast. We're a group of friends who love sharing cigars, whiskey and a good laugh.website/merch/rating archive: loungelizardspod.comemail: hello@loungelizardspod.com to join the conversation and be featured on an upcoming episode!instagram: @loungelizardspodGizmo HQ: LizardGizmo.com

Are you getting the most out of your RSS feed?To figure out if you are, you first have to understand how a podcast workflow works, which means you need to understand:what an RSS feed ishow you make onewhere you get the best feedand how you make sure you're getting the most out of itDon't Make These MistakesIn this episode, I'm going to explain some of the mistakes I see people making with RSS feeds, especially when it comes to getting the most out of transcripts. In some cases, people aren't putting their transcripts into their media host, which means their transcripts aren't going into their feed. That is not something the best way to maximize your show.Where Do I Get an RSS Feed?Your RSS feed comes from your media host. For me, the best RSS feeds come from dedicated media hosts. Places like Captivate, Buzzsprout, rss.com, and Blubrry. All of these do one thing: they host your files, they provide an RSS feed, and they provide statistics.Make Sure Your Transcripts are In Your RSS FeedWhile having transcripts on your website is good, you are missing another opportunity by having them in your feed (which can be used in Podcast apps). When it comes to Podpage, having the transcript in your feed put it into a place where Podpage can grab it and put it on your site.Don't Hire Your Dentist to Work On Your CarOther places like Riverside are trying to be a jack-of-all-trades and a master of none. I don't want someone who's not a master of the RSS feed. The RSS feed is like the blood in your veins; it is your veins, and you don't want your veins to be Scotch-taped together. You want an RSS feed that is fully compatible with all the features available for podcasters.Directing People To Your SiteWhen I recently tested Riverisde, you could not direct people at the episode level to your site. This is a missed opportunity.This means that, when somebody is consuming your content in an app, usually there is a link to go to the website, which takes them to, (if you're doing it correctly) your website. On the episode page, I'm offering the ability to follow the show easily on Spotify, Apple, Pocket Cast, etc. If you don't have that link, you're missing an opportunity to send the audience where you want them to go. I need to email Riverside because this just reeks of a company who doesn't really understand podcasting getting into podcasting. Consequently, I know it's nice to have everything under one login, but how hard is it to login to more than one account (especially if you have 1password).No RSS No PodcastPeople keep asking what a podcast is. I'm not sure why. It's audio, video delivered via RSS. This means YouTube is not a podcast. It's a show. Radio is not TV. Both are content. When we blur the definition it messes up all of our reports. People have asked, "Well, the audience thinks YouTube is a podcast are we supposed to tell them they are wrong?" The answer is yes.Then we could have separate reports on YouTube vs Podcasts.If someone hears me listening to the band Sum 41, and says, "I love blink 182," I would say, "That's not Sum 41, it's blink 182. You're helping them not look stupid in the future. You would do the same thing if they called a banana an apple.Other Hosts I Don't RecommendSpotify: From their lying to their original partners, to making features that only work inside of Spotify (ignoring the open podcast system), and often eliminating features shrtly after they launch (never worldwide). I could go on for hours. Yes, it's free but so is RSS, Buzzsprout, and Red Circle.Soundcloud: Soundcloud, to the best of my knowledge hasn't implement features that were introduced in 2017. You can buy soundcloud plays (Google it) so consquentially you will never have sponsors while you use Soundcloud.Mailbag: AMP 30 Second RuleThanks to Mark for pushing back on my math. In the end (as of this date) AMP can't decide what their definition is (As they've already changed it). Also one of their "hidden" companies was YouTube. I'm sorry, if you're not doing anything wrong, why are you doing it in secret?Defined in their original press release as “30 seconds of content played, audio or video, once per user per session”, the corrected text drops any definition of a session length, becoming just “30 seconds of content played, audio or video”. - source Podnews.Mailbag: How Are Your Updating Your Question of the Month?Rob from Softball Central asked how I was having the current question of the month appear in episodes that are years old. For the last two years I've hosted on Captivate. I love their business model (Multiple shows for the same price - and their super flexible dynamic content system). Dynamic content doesn't always have to be ads. Here are examplesQuestion of the monthWhere will I be (live appearances)A pre-roll that mentioned that I had given out a wrong episode number.They also allow me to tag the current promotional mp3 so later I can easily take all the "questions of the month" and update them with the new, current months question.Click Here to watch me show this off.Mentioned in This EpisodeThe 4 Cs of a Standout Podcast: Clarity, Contrast, Consistency, CharacterSponsor Magnet Book by Justin MooreCaptivate Media HostingBuzzsprout Media HostingRSS.com Media HostingPractical Prepping ShowSoftball CentralSchool of PodcastingPodpage - Build the Website your show DeservesMentioned in this episode:Have You Heard About the Podpage Assistant?Here's what it can do: Identify the best search keyphrase to target — The Assistant analyzes your episode and finds the keyphrase most likely to drive organic traffic. Generate optimized SEO titles and descriptions — Get search-friendly titles and meta descriptions written for each episode automatically. Expand your show notes — Turn brief show notes into detailed, search-friendly content that helps Google understand what your episode is about. Create SEO schema — Automatically generate structured data including FAQs and key takeaways, giving search engines even more context about your content. Generate episode transcriptions — If your podcast host doesn't provide transcripts, the Assistant can create them for you. Create companion blog posts — Each episode can get a dedicated blog post that supports your episode's SEO and gives listeners another way to find you. Automatically categorize episodes — Keep your episode library organized without lifting a finger. Start your 14 day trial at www.podpage.com/preview PodpageQuestion of the MonthThis might be harder question to answer because when I ask people, the sometimes freeze. The question? How do you measure success for your podcast beyond download numbers? I need your answer by June 26th, 2026. Don't forget to tell us a little bit about your show and your website address so I can link to it in the show notes.Question of the MonthDon't...

Refer a friend to the Society and earn £50 in vouchers: UK: https://smws.io/wm8 EU: https://smws.io/gzj Become a member of The Scotch Malt Whisky Society: UK: https://smws.io/3gu EU: https://smws.io/mp1 The Scotch Malt Whisky Society wishes its whisky director Kai Ivalo a long and healthy retirement, after 22 years of overseeing our stocks of whisky – along with various other roles with the world's leading whisky club. Before he heads off, Richard Goslan caught up with Kai to reflect on his time with the Society, the changes he's seen and been part of over the past two decades and what he's planning to do with his newfound spare time.

What if one of the most important health crises affecting men today wasn't being caused by aging, but by the environment we live in? In this eye-opening solo episode, Darin Olien investigates the alarming decline in testosterone levels, fertility, and reproductive health among men worldwide. Drawing on decades of research, epidemiological studies, environmental science, endocrinology, and public health data, Darin examines the growing evidence connecting endocrine-disrupting chemicals, microplastics, sleep deprivation, chronic stress, poor lifestyle habits, and environmental toxins to declining testosterone levels across generations. From BPA, phthalates, atrazine, PFAS, and microplastics to sleep quality, circadian rhythms, cholesterol metabolism, cortisol regulation, and natural testosterone-supporting strategies, this episode explores what may be one of the most underreported public health issues of our time—and what men can do to take control of their health today.     What You'll Learn Why testosterone levels have been declining for decades The startling research on global sperm count decline How endocrine-disrupting chemicals interfere with hormone production Why BPA and phthalates may disrupt testosterone synthesis The role of atrazine, PFAS, and environmental toxins How chronic stress diverts resources away from testosterone production Why sleep may be the most important testosterone intervention The connection between cholesterol and hormone production How microplastics are being found throughout the human body The surprising relationship between statins and testosterone levels Natural lifestyle strategies that support healthy hormone production Practical steps to reduce environmental exposure and improve health     Chapters 00:00:00 – Welcome to SuperLife 00:00:33 – Sponsor: Fatty15 and cellular health 00:04:17 – The testosterone collapse explained 00:04:51 – Testosterone levels have been declining for decades 00:06:03 – Global sperm count decline and accelerating trends 00:07:02 – Why treating symptoms misses the root cause 00:07:27 – The hidden public health crisis 00:08:03 – Why low testosterone isn't just about aging 00:09:12 – Why hormone health affects longevity 00:09:53 – Low testosterone and increased mortality risk 00:10:35 – Testosterone's role in metabolism and cardiovascular health 00:11:27 – Endocrine-disrupting chemicals and hormone disruption 00:12:44 – BPA and its effects on testosterone production 00:13:59 – Phthalates and their impact on hormone pathways 00:16:00 – Glyphosate, atrazine, and pesticide exposure 00:17:07 – PFAS and reproductive health concerns 00:17:55 – Environmental toxins and population-wide effects 00:18:11 – Sponsor: Shakeology 00:20:02 – Cholesterol and hormone production 00:20:53 – Chronic stress and cortisol dominance 00:21:45 – Actionable solutions begin 00:21:56 – Why sleep is essential for testosterone production 00:23:07 – How sleep deprivation rapidly lowers testosterone 00:23:21 – Light pollution and circadian disruption 00:23:41 – Foods and nutrients needed for hormone health 00:24:23 – Microplastics and testicular tissue 00:24:53 – Statins and unintended hormonal consequences 00:25:39 – A practical testosterone sovereignty protocol 00:25:48 – Water filtration and reducing toxic exposure 00:26:13 – Eliminating plastics and fragrance chemicals 00:26:35 – Why organic food matters 00:26:45 – Sunlight and vitamin D 00:27:05 – Magnesium, omega-3s, and iodine 00:27:26 – Pine pollen and natural androgen support 00:28:01 – Tongkat Ali and ashwagandha 00:28:48 – Strength training and lifestyle interventions 00:29:10 – Habits that naturally support testosterone 00:29:27 – Darin's approach to healthy aging 00:29:37 – Plants, herbs, and common sense 00:29:51 – Reclaiming your health and sovereignty 00:30:00 – Final thoughts and closing message     Thank You to Our Sponsors Fatty15: Get an additional 15% off their 90-day subscription Starter Kit by going to fatty15.com/DARIN and using code DARIN at checkout. Shakeology: Get 15% off with code DARINO1BODI at Shakeology.com.     Join the SuperLife Patreon: This is where Darin now shares the deeper work: - weekly voice notes - ingredient trackers - wellness challenges - extended conversations - community accountability - sovereignty practices Join now for only $7.49/month at https://patreon.com/darinolien     Find More from Darin Olien: Website: darinolien.com Instagram: @darinolien Book: Fatal Conveniences Platform & Products: superlife.com New Show: Roadmap to Happiness     Key Takeaway "The testosterone crisis may be about far more than aging. It may be a reflection of the modern environment itself—one increasingly saturated with endocrine-disrupting chemicals, chronic stress, poor sleep, circadian disruption, and toxic exposures. While many of these forces feel outside our control, the encouraging reality is that many of the most powerful interventions remain accessible: improving sleep, reducing toxic load, eating whole foods, getting sunlight, managing stress, exercising regularly, and reclaiming responsibility for our health. The goal isn't fear. The goal is awareness—and action."     Bibliography/Sources: The Decline — Primary Research Levine, H., Jørgensen, N., Martino-Andrade, A., et al. (2022). Temporal trends in sperm count: A systematic review and meta-regression analysis of samples collected globally in the 20th and 21st centuries. Human Reproduction Update, 29(2), 157–176. https://doi.org/10.1093/humupd/dmac035 Lokeshwar, S. D., Patel, P., Fantus, R. J., et al. (2021). Decline in testosterone levels in men aged 15–40: Results from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES), 1999–2016. 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Archives of Internal Medicine, 166(15), 1660–1665. https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamainternalmedicine/fullarticle/410754 Yeap, B. B., Marriott, R. J., Dwivedi, G., et al. (2024). Associations of testosterone and related hormones with all-cause and cardiovascular mortality and incident cardiovascular disease in men. Annals of Internal Medicine. https://doi.org/10.7326/M23-2781 Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals Associations between endocrine-disrupting chemical exposure and fertility outcomes: A decade of human epidemiological evidence. (2024). PubMed Central (PMC12299029). https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC12299029/ Hayes, T. B., Haston, K., Tsui, M., et al. (2002). Herbicides: Feminization of male frogs in the wild. Nature, 419, 895–896. https://doi.org/10.1038/419895a Mechanisms of testicular disruption from exposure to BPA and phthalates. (2020). Journal of Clinical Medicine, 9(2), 471. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7074154/ Meeker, J. D., Calafat, A. 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Send us Fan MailA barrel can be magic, or it can be ruined before it ever touches whiskey. We sit down with Macaulay Mitten (Dark Arts Whiskey House, aka The Bourbon Swami) to get painfully specific about what separates a memorable finish from a disaster: producer selection, barrel handling, shipping heat, and the kind of quality control most drinkers never see.We also crack open the America 250 release: an almost 11.5-year blend bottled at a hefty 128.28 proof. We talk about why blending at cask strength leaves nowhere to hide, how custom char and toast profiles can lift the flavors you want without dragging in bitterness, and what “bold” can taste like when it's built with intention. Expect notes and frameworks you can use the next time you're evaluating barrel proof bourbon, sherry cask finishing, or why proofing can change a brand's consistency.Then the conversation expands into what's next at the Whiskey House: patio upgrades, cigars and pairing strategy, a caviar and whiskey event, and the launch of Noble Arts for botanical spirits. Macaulay teases a navy strength gin designed for big oils and louche, absinthe experiments that could lead to absinthe-finished rye, and more one-off drops headed toward Kentucky Bourbon Festival, including a 19-year Mizunara-aged bourbon and other serious “eat lunch first” pours.Subscribe for more deep whiskey nerd conversations, share this with a friend who loves finishes, and leave us a five-star review if you want more guests who get into the real details.We catch up with Macaulay Mitten and talk through how Dark Arts turns sourced barrels into distinctive, high-impact blends with real control over finishing and flavor. We taste and break down the America 250 release, then zoom out into barrel quality, honey finishes, and the next wave of botanical spirits coming from Noble Arts.  • America 250 limited five-barrel run details, presale hiccups, Tuesday online allocation  • What Oloroso sherry finishing adds, why producer and sweetness level matter  • Barrel sourcing realities, shipping heat, spoilage risks, rejecting bad casks  • Blending at cask strength vs proofing down, consistency and complexity trade-offs  • Custom toast and char profiles per barrel to preserve and elevate core notes  • Tasting notes and why high proof does not have to drink hot  • Rye and Scotch palate talk, peat as a palate wrecker, mezcal appreciation  • Whiskey House updates, patio build-out, cigar plans and pairing strategy  • Caviar and whiskey event tease and what makes a pairing work  • Noble Arts roadmap, botanical library, navy strength gin, absinthe experiments, vodka base  • Honey barrel finish process, waiting list demand, filtration choices and haze  • Sweet and sour mash blend concept and trademark approach  • Old whiskey sourcing, 19-year Mizunara tease, avoiding tannic over-oaked barrels  • Philosophy on intent and energy in blending, why “bad whiskey” is often just preference  darkartswhiskey.com on the bottle shop tab there  Make sure that you leave good feedback, five-star reviews, everything like that  And also on YouTube, become a member and then consistently, like Kirk does, leave us with super chatsvoice over Whiskey Thief If You Have GohstsSupport the showhttps://www.scotchybourbonboys.comThe Scotchy bourbon Boys are #3 in Feedspots Top 60 whiskey podcasts in the world    https://podcast.feedspot.com/whiskey_podcasts/

"Round the back for the old cherry brandy!"Recorded in New York on 6 August 1963, this satirical comedy album brought together Peter Sellers, Anthony Newley, Joan Collins, Leslie Bricusse, Daniel Massey and Michael Lipton at the height of the Profumo Affair.The midnight session accommodated Newley and Massey, whose Broadway shows had only just finished. The idea had been conceived less than two weeks earlier while Newley and Bricusse were holidaying in Montauk and they were keen to capitalise on Britain's appetite for political satire.The recording became a celebrity gathering, attracting around 100 guests including Vivien Leigh, Sammy Davis Jr., Roddy McDowall and Peter Lawford. By 2am, according to one witness, Sellers and Newley were sharing Scotch from a thermos while cigarette smoke filled the studio. The entire session was completed in just three hours.They rushed to release the album before public interest in the Profumo scandal faded but some record labels - notably Decca - were sniffy about its content, with mockery of the Royal Family a particular point of contention. Sellers responded: "Only a prude could possibly be offended by it."The BBC banned it from radio play, although excerpts had appeared on television. Contemporary reviews ranged from praise to outrage, reflecting the record's deliberately provocative humour. The album remains a fascinating snapshot of Britain's early-1960s satire boom, when comedians and performers increasingly challenged the deference traditionally shown to politicians, celebrities and public institutions.Joining Tyler to talk through the LP is Brett Tremble, who can be found on Bluesky @agnes-guano.bsky.social

LOUNGE LIZARDS PRESENTED BY FABRICA5 - Brilliant Honduran Cigars - Visit Fabrica005.com and use code LIZARDPOD at checkout for 10% off THE ENTIRE STORE! Free worldwide shipping from Miami on all orders over $125. See website for more information and terms.SMALL BATCH CIGAR - SAVE 15% - Exclusive Cigar Retail Partner of the Lizards - Visit SmallBatchCigar.com and use code LIZARD15 for 15% off your order. Free shipping and 5% rewards back always. Standard exclusions apply. Simple. Fast. Small Batch Cigar.Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the Lizards pair Bond Roberts Dalia Linea B No. 3 with Macallan 15 Years Old Double Cask Single Malt Scotch Whisky. The guys investigate a shocking breach of lizard protocol, Senator details a recent visit to Alaska, and Poobah calls in on special assignment from Florida.Join the Lounge Lizards for a weekly discussion on all things cigars (both Cuban and non-Cuban), whiskey, food, travel, life and work. This is your formal invitation to join us in a relaxing discussion amongst friends and become a card-carrying Lounge Lizard yourself. This is not your typical cigar podcast. We're a group of friends who love sharing cigars, whiskey and a good laugh.website/merch/rating archive: loungelizardspod.comemail: hello@loungelizardspod.com to join the conversation and be featured on an upcoming episode!instagram: @loungelizardspodGizmo HQ: LizardGizmo.com

@Diageo @diageo_na #scotch #whisky #singlemalt #podcast #radioshow #host Are you a whiskey lover? Join us in our latest episode as we taste through the 2025 Diageo Special Releases! From fruity notes to smoky finishes, there's something for everyone. Don't miss out, listen today! Join us this Fri. @ noon on FB, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Pandora, iHeart, and nearly anywhere you can find a podcast.

In a project so ambitious that it required more than five years of traveling across the entire United States, Lost Lantern Whiskey has created the United States of Bourbon series of whiskies. The 100 Proof and Cask Strength versions feature a blend of straight Bourbons from all 50 states, while the limited-edition 1776 Edition blends Bourbons from the original 13 states. We'll discuss this ground-breaking project with Lost Lantern founders Adam Polonski and Nora Ganley-Roper on this week's WhiskyCast In-Depth. In the news, Glenfarclas chairman John Grant is honored with an OBE for his services to the Scotch whisky industry, while police in Philadelphia are searching for clues in the theft of 1,800 cases of Noble Oak Bourbon. 

This week on Chill Filtered, it's a celebration! The boys are marking Bryan's birthday the only way they know how—by cracking into his absolute favorite Scotch: Bruichladdich 21-Year Single Malt. Before they get a taste of that legendary Islay malt, they catch up on a little bit of everything. They check out Bryan's new podcast backdrop, break down Cole's tragic, failed attempt at scoring that Pappy 23 (pour one out for the hunt), and somehow get into a conversation about Russian dances at weddings. Plus, Bryan gets to open his birthday gift from Cole before they dive into the history of Bruichladdich's famous 2001 revival, explaining exactly why a 21-year age statement is such a massive milestone for the distillery's modern era. On Whiskey World News, Bryan highlights a massive new drop for Wild Turkey fans: a special Russell's Reserve 13-Year release that honors master distiller Eddie Russell. And for “What Whiskey Would You Choose?”, the boys keep the birthday boy's Scotch theme going with a fundamental dividing line: Is your all-time favorite Scotch smoky or not smoky? A milestone bottle for a birthday episode, a few laughs, and a classic Islay debate—pour something special and celebrate with us!

Michael and Ethan discuss the 1926 silent film Faust by F. W. Murnau, while drinking Tamdhu 12yo Single Malt.In this episode:Quintessential film bro stuffEverything is political with a small p, but some things are political with a capital P (especially in cinema of the Weimar Republic)Faust is saved (spoilers)Silent film may be the only genre less subtle than the musicalEthan absolutely garbles a reference to Christopher Isherwood, partly by thinking he might be Herman Hesse. Isherwood was associated with Vedantic Hinduism and his novel Goodbye to Berlin was the basis for the musical Cabaret.Emil Jannings shade (deserved)Hitler's Monsters, by Eric KurlanderIn case it was unclear: Ethan didn't want to be watching this film, even as he was watching this filmAll things are Star Trek (annoying)Michael makes an unacknowledged “jam” punIf you want to read along to our recurring unlistenable segmentNext time Michael and Ethan will discuss “The Little Mermaid” by Hans Christian Andersen! Join the discussion! Go to the Contact page and put "Scotch Talk" in the Subject line. We'd love to hear from you! And submit your homework at the Michael & Ethan in a Room with Scotch page. Join us on GoodReads!Get on our Substack!Donate to our Patreon! MUSIC & SFX: "Kessy Swings Endless - (ID 349)" by Lobo Loco. Used by permission. "The Grim Reaper - II Presto" by Aitua. Used under an Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike License. "Thinking It Over" by Lee Rosevere. Used under an Attribution License.(Links to books & products are affiliate links.)

Matt Wilstein sits down with comedian, actor, and writer Patton Oswalt to discuss his new stand-up special Tea & Scotch, what political comedians can learn from Donald Trump's war against Stephen Colbert, Jimmy Kimmel, and Bill Maher, and what it's like to raise a teenage daughter who may be funnier than he is. Oswalt also shares behind-the-scenes stories from projects like Ratatouille, Young Adult, Parks and Recreation, and A.P. Bio, while reflecting on grief, creativity, and what he's learned from working alongside legends like Charlize Theron, Toni Collette, and more. Follow Kevin Fallon on Instagram ⁠@kpfallon⁠ Follow Matt Wilstein on Instagram ⁠@mattjwilstein⁠ New episodes every Thursday, and Saturday; ⁠early drops on YouTube⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode of The Bourbon Showdown, Jesse heads across the pond to Scotland with Greg King, Diageo's Single Malt Scotch Whisky Brand Ambassador, for an in-depth look at one of Scotland's most beloved whisky's: Oban.As Season 12 continues its exploration of world-class whiskies beyond bourbon, Greg guides the conversation through the fundamentals of Scotch whisky, what legally defines it, how it compares to American whiskey, and the rich history behind the iconic Oban Distillery.Of course, no Bourbon Showdown episode would be complete without a tasting. Jesse and Greg sip their way through Oban's celebrated lineup, including the classic Oban 14 Year Old, the powerful Oban 12 Year Cask Strength, and the deliciously complex Oban 15 Year Port Cask Finish.Whether you're a lifelong Scotch enthusiast or a bourbon fan looking to expand your palate, this episode offers an approachable and entertaining deep dive into one of Scotland's great whisky traditions.Pour yourself a dram and join us for a conversation about great whisky, great stories, and the people who make it all possible.

Slept in. Beautiful night’s sleep for a change but up-shot is that I didn’t get going early this morning. It’s already coming up on “broiling” season. Talked about yesterday’s bread, why NMS turning into a grind is a good thing, … Continue reading →

LOUNGE LIZARDS PRESENTED BY FABRICA5 - Brilliant Honduran Cigars - Visit Fabrica005.com and use code LIZARDPOD at checkout for 10% off THE ENTIRE STORE! Free worldwide shipping from Miami on all orders over $125. See website for more information and terms.SMALL BATCH CIGAR - SAVE 15% - Exclusive Cigar Retail Partner of the Lizards - Visit SmallBatchCigar.com and use code LIZARD15 for 15% off your order. Free shipping and 5% rewards back always. Standard exclusions apply. Simple. Fast. Small Batch Cigar.Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the Lizards pair Meerapfel La Estancia 52 Edición Exclusiva with Wild Common Tequila Reposado. The guys try their first-ever cigar of completely unknown origin, they answer a listener email on must-have cigar accessories and they share a voice memo on accessories that are good for air travel.PLUS: Meerapfel History, Cuban Tobacco as a Secret Ingredient, Tobacconist of Greenwich's "Titans of Tobacco" Series, Public Commentary Opens on E.U. Tobacco Laws, Cruise Lines Punished for Cuban Tourism, Cigar Draw Fundamentals, Gizmo Pre-Cuts His Cigars When Traveling & MoreGizmo's Travel Lighter Recommendation: https://amzn.to/4ajajZYJoin the Lounge Lizards for a weekly discussion on all things cigars (both Cuban and non-Cuban), whiskey, food, travel, life and work. This is your formal invitation to join us in a relaxing discussion amongst friends and become a card-carrying Lounge Lizard yourself. This is not your typical cigar podcast. We're a group of friends who love sharing cigars, whiskey and a good laugh.website/merch/rating archive: loungelizardspod.comemail: hello@loungelizardspod.com to join the conversation and be featured on an upcoming episode!instagram: @loungelizardspodGizmo HQ: LizardGizmo.com

It is here, the revival of Scrubs. In this reboot, JD and Turk scrub in together after a long break. Medicine and interns have evolved, but their friendship remains strong. New and familiar faces at Sacred Heart bring laughs, emotion, and unexpected moments.Scrubs Old Fashioned (Gnome's Tavern):Ingredients1 oz rum1 oz calvados 3 spoonful maple syrup2 dashes chocolate bitters scotch rinse orange peelDirections1. Rinse the Glass with Scotch. Pour a small splash of scotch into your rocks glass. Swirl it around so the inside of the glass gets coated. Dump out the excess scotch. This leaves behind a smoky aroma without overpowering the drink.Fill a mixing glass or shaker tin about halfway with ice.Add the rum, calvados, maple syrup and chocolate bitters into the mixing glass.Stir for about 20–30 seconds. You want the drink chilled and slightly diluted, like a traditional old fashioned.Add one large ice cube (or a few regular cubes) to your scotch-rinsed rocks glass.Strain the cocktail into the prepared glass over the ice. If you don't have a strainer, you can carefully pour it straight in.Garnish, express an orange peel over the drink.Reboot Drinking Game:Drink when...Someone says “JD” dramaticallyThere's a fantasy cutaway sequenceA patient teaches the doctors a life lessonChristopher Turk makes himself laughElliot Reid starts rambling when nervousPerry Cox gives someone a nicknameA sad indie song starts playingSomeone hugs unexpectedlyThe Janitor appears out of nowhereHospital staff clearly violate HR policyJohn Dorian has an internal monologueCarla Espinosa calls someone out for being immatureDr. Cox delivers an emotional speechTurk and JD act like they're in a romantic comedySomeone cries and then immediately makes a jokeThe reboot references an original-series momentA cameo from an original cast member appearsThe Janitor tells an obviously fake storyThere's a musical number or random dance scene“Guy Love” gets referencedSomeone says “wrong wrong wrong wrong”The episode suddenly becomes emotionally devastatingA patient dies right after a hopeful sceneJD narrates the ending over an acoustic song montageThe reboot somehow makes a joke about medical school debt, AI, or hospital TikTokTurk and JD recreate an old bit shot-for-shotAs always, drink responsibly and with others. Follow and subscribe wherever you listen to the podcast. Follow me on Instagram and Twitter at @Line_Drunk.

Johnny Mac previews Bill Maher receiving the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor at the Kennedy Center on Sunday, June 28, filmed for Netflix, with participants including Louis C.K., Jay Leno, Stephen A. Smith, Whitney Cummings, Woody Harrelson, Arianna Huffington, and John Mellencamp, and notes past winners. He highlights Zarna Garg's comments on the Breakdown podcast about performing at the Riyadh Comedy Festival to inspire women who watch her in secret, saying money wasn't her motivation, and mentions The Hollywood Reporter's note that Jessica Kirson donated her Riyadh fee to the Human Rights Campaign. The episode jokes about Knicks chatter and Jimmy Kimmel's bit on Trump possibly attending a New York game, then covers a White House lawn UFC event invite list and reports Adam Sandler won't attend. It spotlights Patton Oswalt's new YouTube special “Tea and Scotch,” his thoughts on George Carlin, Lenny Bruce, and hecklers, plus discussion of his Star Trek Strange New Worlds role.  00:00 Mark Twain Prize Preview01:12 Zarna Garg Riyadh Debate03:39 Knicks Trump Jokes04:37 UFC White House Guestlist06:44 Patton Oswalt Carlin Talk09:44 Star Trek Rant Escalates10:57 Lucas Shovel Bit12:58 New Specials Spotlight Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac-a-daily-briefing-on-comedians-and-the-comedy-industry--4522158/support.Daily Comedy News with Johnny Mac is a daily podcast covering comedians, stand-up comedy, late night television, and the comedy industry. New episodes every morning. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media network.Contact John at John@thesharkdeck dot com For Uninterrupted Listening, use the Apple Podcast App and click the banner that says Uninterrupted Listening.  $4.99/month John's Substack about media is free.This is the animal sanctuary mentioned in the February 10 episode.

 I'm feeling pretty lucky down to the last drop@lucky7_whiskey @LastDropDistillers #whiskey #podcast #radioshow #whiskeytasting #bourbon #scotchCo hosts : Good ol Boy Harmeet, Good ol Boy Justin, Made Man Brent, Made Man BobSIPS – Get ready for a whiskey-tasting extravaganza as we dive into a selection of exquisite spirits from Lucky 7 and Last Drop Distillers. Our hosts are in for a treat with the Lucky 7 Proprietor, the Frenchman, and the New Yorker, along with Last Drop's 22-year-old Japanese blended malt, 27-year-old bourbon, and a rare 55-year-old single malt. Each whiskey offers a unique profile, from rich caramel and tropical fruits to complex baking spices and floral notes. The banter is lively, the ratings are high, and the insights are plenty as they explore the nuances of these remarkable pours. Join us for a spirited discussion filled with laughter, tasting notes, and a touch of friendly debate. Whether you're a whiskey nerd or just starting your journey, this episode promises to elevate your appreciation for fine spirits! We will be discussing this whiskey and rating them from 1-5 with 5 being the best:5:14 Lucky 7 The Proprietor 6 Yr Single Barrel #24 SIPS10:07 Lucky 7 The Frenchman Batch #74 SIPS15:48 Lucky 7 The New Yorker Batch #14 SIPS20:03 Last Drop Distillers 22 Year old Japanese Blended Malt 5 SIPS27:29 Last Drop Distillers 27 Year old Bourbon5 SIPS33:45 Last Drop Distillers 55 Year Old Single Malt4 SIPSinfo@sipssudsandsmokes.comX- @sipssudssmokes IG/FB/Bluesky - @sipssudsandsmokesSips, Suds, & Smokes® is produced by One Tan Hand Productions using the power of beer, whiskey, and golf. Available on Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Pandora, iHeart, and nearly anywhere you can find a podcast.Enjoying that cool Outro Music, it's from Woods & Whitehead – Back RoadsDownload your copy here:https://amzn.to/2XblorcThe easiest way to find this award winning podcast on your phone is ask Alexa, Siri or Google, “Play Podcast , Sips, Suds, & Smokes” Credits:TITLE: Maxwell Swing / FlapperjackPERFORMED BY: Texas GypsiesCOMPOSED BY: Steven R Curry (BMI)PUBLISHED BY: Alliance AudioSparx (BMI)COURTESY OF: AudioSparxTITLE: Back RoadsPERFORMED BY: Woods & WhiteheadCOMPOSED BY: Terry WhiteheadPUBLISHED BY: Terry WhiteheadCOURTESY OF: Terry WhiteheadPost production services : Pro Podcast SolutionsAdvertising sales: Contact us directlyContent hosting services: Talk Media Network, PRX, Audioport, Earshot, Radio4All, & PodBeanProducer: Made Man BobExecutive Producer: Good ol Boy MikeWhiskey Reviews, Tasting Notes, Bourbon, Scotch, Japanese Whiskey, Whiskey Ratings, Whiskey Culture, Distilled Spirits, Craft Spirits, Whiskey Enthusiasts, Podcasting, Sips, Suds, & Smokes

This week on The Bourbon Showdown, we head back to Scotland with Diageo Luxury Brand Ambassador Ewan Morgan for a masterclass on one of the world's most iconic single malts: Talisker.Ewan takes us deep into the history of the Talisker brand, the science of ultra-aged whisky, and what it takes to guide a spirit to 30, 45, and even 47 years of maturation. Of course, we don't just talk about great whisky—we drink it. Jesse and Ewan taste through an extraordinary lineup featuring Talisker 30 Year OldTalisker Glacial Edge 45 Year Old Talisker Magma 47 Year Old.If you're a fan of Scotch, luxury spirits, or the craftsmanship behind some of the world's rarest whiskies, this is an episode you won't want to miss.

Rich plays the ‘NFL Win/Loss Game' with a Baltimore Ravens fan, and debates Patriots fan Brockman about what New England can expect out of newly acquired WR AJ Brown this season. Comedian Patton Oswalt joins Rich in-studio to promote his new ‘Tea & Scotch' stand-up special, reveals how working in retail helped land him an appearance on ‘Seinfeld' early in his career, shares his favorite moments from improvising with Larry David on ‘Curb Your Enthusiasm, his upcoming ‘The Dink' pickleball movie with Ben Stiller, and more. ‘No-Contest Wrestling' podcast host O'Shea Jackson Jr. drops by the studio and joins the guys in offering up their predictions on how the NBA Finals will play out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

LOUNGE LIZARDS PRESENTED BY FABRICA5 - Brilliant Honduran Cigars - Visit Fabrica005.com and use code LIZARDPOD at checkout for 10% off THE ENTIRE STORE! Free worldwide shipping from Miami on all orders over $125. See website for more information and terms.SMALL BATCH CIGAR - SAVE 15% - Exclusive Cigar Retail Partner of the Lizards - Visit SmallBatchCigar.com and use code LIZARD15 for 15% off your order. Free shipping and 5% rewards back always. Standard exclusions apply. Simple. Fast. Small Batch Cigar.Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the Lizards pair Perez-Carrillo Pledge Purple with Glenlivet Fusion Cask Single Malt Scotch Whisky. The Lizards share their wide-ranging interview with industry titan Ernesto Perez-Carrillo from PCA 2026, where they discussed his long history in the industry, his intentional blending process and how it all comes back to music.PLUS: EPC on American Tobacco & Humidity Preferences, New Perez-Carrillo Deep Blue Launches, When to Buy a Tower Humidor, Is Gurkha Back?, Most Cuban-like Experience from Non-Cuban Cigars, Bam Loves His Navage & MoreJoin the Lounge Lizards for a weekly discussion on all things cigars (both Cuban and non-Cuban), whiskey, food, travel, life and work. This is your formal invitation to join us in a relaxing discussion amongst friends and become a card-carrying Lounge Lizard yourself. This is not your typical cigar podcast. We're a group of friends who love sharing cigars, whiskey and a good laugh.website/merch/rating archive: loungelizardspod.comemail: hello@loungelizardspod.com to join the conversation and be featured on an upcoming episode!instagram: @loungelizardspodGizmo HQ: LizardGizmo.com

Dandadan E17 and E18 Dandadan's back in comedy mode this week, and we're back at each other's throats. The bits are pretty solid and there's an impressive musical sequence. Our theme music is JoJango by Milk Jooce, it can be found at https://milkjooce.bandcamp.com/ If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us at https://www.patreon.com/jojosworld

Step into the fascinating world of Japanese spirits as we explore the artistry, heritage, and meticulous culture behind Japanese whisky. In this episode of Bourbon Lens, we sit down with House of Suntory's Advocacy Manager, James Bowker, to celebrate Toki Highball Week and deconstruct over a century of liquid craftsmanship.We track the incredible evolution of Japanese whisky, starting from Shinjiro Torii and the founding of the legendary Yamazaki Distillery. Discover how Japan's early isolation and cultural philosophies like kaizen (continuous improvement) and ichigo-ichie (treasuring the unrepeatable moment) shaped a production style distinctly different from Scotch and American whiskey.We break down the new strict labeling standards and regulations implemented to combat "fake" Japanese whiskies, giving you the knowledge to shop authentically. Plus, James guides us through a side-by-side tasting of the approachable Suntory Toki Classic versus the rich, smoky Toki Black expression. Finally, you'll learn the master techniques required to craft the perfect Japanese Highball at home, from precise water-to-whisky proportions to ice manipulation. Stream now and elevate your highball game!Episode Chapters & Timestamps:00:05 — Welcome and Overview of the Episode01:06 — The History of Japanese Whisky and Cultural Background02:32 — Shinjiro Torii and the Origins of House of Suntory03:57 — Craftsmanship and Blending Techniques in Japanese Whisky05:35 — Artistic and Cultural Influences: Hibiki, Hakushu, and Yamazaki08:17 — Suntory's Product Tiers and Core Portfolio Profiles10:42 — Fighting Counterfeits: New Japanese Whisky Standards and Certifications17:48 — Celebrating Toki Highball Week & the Ichigo-Ichie Philosophy19:17 — Masterclass: How to Craft an Authentic Japanese Highball at Home26:13 — Tasting & Comparison: Toki Classic vs. Toki Black Smoky Expression36:14 — Summer Culinary Pairings and Creative Whisky Cocktail InnovationsResources & Featured Links From the Show:The House of Suntory: Official WebsiteExplore the Lineup: Yamazaki, Hakushu, Hibiki, & Chita DistilleryIndustry Insights: Official JSLMA Japanese Whisky StandardsSupport the Show: Bourbon Lens Patreon / Bourbon LensSeven Cocktails & Bourbon Suntory 100 VideosSubscribe & Community Links