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Apr 7, 2022

It's been a good ride, but this is the last call. Thank you to everyone that's listened along the way, and look forward to having new projects to share in the future soon.

Sep 1, 2021

Adam Fournier is the bar director at Fellow in Los Angeles. He is also 2021 US Bartender of the Year for Diageo's World Class competition. 

 

@bottledinbondla

Fellow LA: https://www.fellow.la/

Fellow IG: @fellowlosangeles

May 16, 2021

Barcademy is a digital training platform designed to help brands promote themselves to both the trade and consumers. Co-founder Andrew Bein joins the show on this episode to talk about the ins and outs of how the platform works, and the future of brand training.

https://barcademy.co/

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Shots of History Website: http://shotsofhistory.com/

Apr 13, 2021

On this episode we’re taking a look at the app Clubhouse. So we’re going to dive into how Clubhouse works, where I think this can be valuable for folks in the industry right now, and a couple thoughts on it’s future. For those that haven’t been on Clubhouse yet or don’t know what it is, you can think of Clubhouse as audio only chat rooms. On the app you enter different rooms and can connect with folks from all over the world. If you’re looking for an invite, feel free to reach out!

 

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Mar 19, 2021

A special episode that brought together Sother Teague, Kevin Diedrich, and Scott Israel. We discussed what this last year has looked like for them and for the whole industry. Not an easy episode, but an important one.

Sother Teague: @creativedrunk

Kevin Diedrich: @thekevindiedrich

Scott Israel: @scott_tends_bar

Feb 18, 2021

Talking about Uber's purchase of Drizly and thoughts on launching a new brand in 2021.

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Dec 15, 2020

Sam Green is a whiskey aficionado, author, and a friend. He has a new book out, Beginners Guide to Whiskey. Right now you can get a signed copy of the book when you purchase it through Sam’s website, a perfect gift for the holidays!

 

Website: https://www.beginnersguidetowhiskey.com/

IG: @thewhiskeysomm

YouTube: Spirited by The Whiskey Somm

 

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Website: http://shotsofhistory.com/

Nov 13, 2020

Bottled in bond is a regulation for American made distilled beverages that have been aged and bottled according to a set of legal regulations contained in the United States.

 

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Shots of History Website: http://shotsofhistory.com/

Oct 19, 2020

One of the most unique personalities to come out of Prohibition, George Remus was an American pharmacist, lawyer, and bootlegger. A German immigrant, he realized there was a fortune to be made in owning the rights to medical whiskey and selling it, both legally and illegally.

Jul 29, 2020

Travis Benoit is the co-founder of Bevv, an eCommerce and logistics solution for beer and cider across the US.

 

Bevv: https://bevv.com/

 

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Jun 30, 2020

On this episode I’m revisiting eCommerce and taking a look at what impact COVID has had on breweries.

Reference for articles and statistics mentioned in the episode:

Craft Breweries Are Making Hard Seltzers That Actually Taste Great

Drizly 2019 Retailer Report

CNBC: Link between restaurant opens and COVID cases

Direct-to-Consumer Spirits Sales: Why So Hard?

May 26, 2020

CJ Fowler is the Co-Founder of Goat Rodeo Capital, a venture capital fund focusing on early stage opportunities in the alcohol beverage space. We discuss CJ's experiences working with some of the largest supplier in the industries, how he got this point, and what impact COVID-19 is having on some of the brands he works with.

https://www.goatrodeocapital.com/

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May 13, 2020

On this episode we're talking about some current news, given the unprecedented nature of the current environment.

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Apr 28, 2020

I hope that everyone is doing well amidst COVID-19. With that said, there are some potentially huge changes coming to our industry, and on this episode I want to discuss a law that Kentucky has passed around direct to consumer shipping for all alcohol, not just wine. Stay safe folks.

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Shots of History Website: http://shotsofhistory.com/

Jul 17, 2019

Well hey there, it’s been a minute! This episode is just me catching everyone up on what I’ve been up to for the past 6 weeks or so, and sharing some great news about my new job with LibDib! The podcast is getting back on track and I’m excited to share my new content soon.

 

ALSO: I’m at Tales of the Cocktail currently and if you’re here I would love to meet up! Reach out to me on Instagram and we’ll find a place to connect. Hope all is well, cheers folks!

 

LibDib: https://libdib.com/

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Shots of History Website: http://shotsofhistory.com/

May 24, 2019

No episode for now, but I'll be back next week!

May 17, 2019

Sother Teague is the Beverage Director of Amor y Amargo, partner at Blue Quarter and Windmill, co-host of “The Speakeasy” on Heritage Radio Network, and author of "I'm Just Here For The Drinks." We spoke about his start cooking eggs at a Waffle House, how he made his transition to the front of the house, and building bars in smaller spaces. Enjoy folks, cheers!

Sother’s IG: @creativedrunk

 

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Shots of History Website: http://shotsofhistory.com/

May 10, 2019

Tim Etherington-Judge has had an amazing career in this industry. We discuss his time working abroad, working as the Global Brand Ambassador for Bulleit Bourbon, and his new company, Healthy Hopso. Tim is releasing his own brand, Avallen Calvados, which is planned to arrive in the US in early 2020. Tim will also be running 42 marathons in 42 days for his 42nd birthday, the first one is happening at Tales of the Cocktail this year.

Hope you all enjoy this one, cheers folks!

Tim’s IG: @gingerbitters

Avallen: http://www.avallenspirits.com/

 

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May 3, 2019

Holly Tripp is a bartender here in Los Angeles. We talked about how she got started behind the stick, her videography business, dating while in the industry, and what Holly has coming up next. Wishing you all nothing but the best, cheers folks!

Holly’s IG: @hollytrippp

 

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Apr 26, 2019

JC Stock is the founder Shots Box, a way for consumers to sample craft spirits before buying a full sized bottle. We discuss his experience as an entrepreneur, getting Shots Box started and legally compliment, and owning a liquor store. Hope you enjoy folks, cheers!

 

Shots Box IG: @shots_box

Shots Box Website: https://shotsbox.com/

 

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Apr 19, 2019

Amanda Colom, more commonly known on Instagram as @bad_birdy, is the Global Cocktail Creative for ABL and currently works at The House of Machines in Los Angeles. We spoke about her Instagram presence and the impact it’s had on her career, how she got started behind the bar, what’s coming up for her and the House of Machines. Appreciate the support everyone, cheers!

Amanda’s Instagram: @bad_birdy

House of the Machines: https://thehouseofmachines.com/

 

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Shots of History Website: http://shotsofhistory.com/

Apr 12, 2019

Ashley is a Whiskey Guardian for Angel’s Envy in Los Angeles. We talk about her growing up in the South, the differences between Atlanta & LA, and history of Angel’s Envy. Ashley was also kind enough to bring over some tasty product for us to try, and we talk about where you can get your hands on them as well. Hope you enjoy folks, cheers!

 

Ashley’s Instagram: @bonfirebooze

Ashley’s Website: https://ashley-erwin.com/

 

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Shots of History Website: http://shotsofhistory.com/

Mar 30, 2019

Charity Johnston is the Beverage Director of The Madera Group and a previous winner of the Zagat 30 under 30 award. We talk about how she got started in Los Angeles, started as a bartender, and some of the TV opportunities that have opened up for her. Hope you all enjoy folks, cheers!

Charity’s Instagram: @charitykjohnston

 

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Mar 22, 2019

Selena is a Grey Goose Ambassador based out of Los Angeles, and also the Vice President of USBG in Southern California. We talked about her connection to New Orleans, moving out to the West Coast, and the history of Grey Goose. Enjoy folks, cheers!

Selena’s Instagram: @selenagrace

Shots of History Instagram: @shotsofhistorypodcast

Shots of History Website: http://shotsofhistory.com/

Mar 15, 2019

Tim Herlihy is a brand ambassador for Tullamore Dew. A true Irishman, Tim and I spoke about his story growing up in Ireland, his transition to the US, the history of Irish whiskey, and his new book, “From Barley to Blarney: A Whiskey Lover’s Guide to Ireland” which is available for pre-order now. Hope everyone has a fantastic St. Patrick’s Day, cheers folks!

Tim’s Instagram: @tullamoretim

The Book: https://buff.ly/2XSZmYd

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Shots of History Website: http://shotsofhistory.com/

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