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7 Minutes in a Bar7 Minutes About Bad DaysLike sands through the hourglass, hosts Alex and Kate talk about why the not so great days of lives define who we are. When the going gets tough, how do you deal with all of the chaos and turmoil? Tune in and be sure to subscribe for more new episodes and topics. This episode is being brought to you by Haven Beer Company in Hamden, CT, where they go beyond just brewing the best beers. Their full bar offers craft cocktails and wine, while their full in-house menu serves up delicious food. Whether it's lunch, dinner, or ju...2025-04-0521 min7 Minutes in a Bar7 Minutes in a Bar, Bonus Episode with Gina Luari at RAW*Bonus Episode! Hosts Alex and Kate continue on with their conversation about Never Giving Up with Gina Luari, owner of RAW*. Be sure to subscribe for more. This episode is brought to you by RAW* in Hartford, CT. At RAW*, they “deface” the traditional oyster experience by reimagining it into something more daring. Equal parts fancy and edgy, RAW* is the next place to be for seafood. Oh, baby. With dishes like whole fish & chips, lobster mac & cheese and spicy squid ink lobster noodles, you just can't go wrong. Seven Minutes in a Bar is uplift...2025-03-3025 min7 Minutes in a Bar7 Minutes About Never Giving UpHosts Alex and Kate share their personal stories about tenacity and advice for how to stay resilient even when the odds are against you. Part 2 with owner Gina Luari coming soon! This episode is being brought to you by RAW* in Hartford, CT. At RAW*, they “deface” the traditional oyster experience by reimagining it into something more daring. Equal parts fancy and edgy, RAW* is the next place to be for seafood. Oh, baby. With dishes like whole fish & chips, lobster mac & cheese and spicy squid ink lobster noodles, you just can't go wrong. Seven Minute...2025-03-0622 min7 Minutes in a Bar7 Minutes About Adventure7 Minutes About Adventure! The new year is here and new adventures are on the horizon. Where are you planning to go this year? What’s a trip that you will always remember? Why is traveling so important? How can you make travel easier and less expensive? Alex and Kate share their stories and tips to make your next adventure one to remember. This episode is being brought to you by Dockside Brewery in Milford, CT. At Dockside, they believe in keeping things exciting – house-brewed beer, cocktails, food. They’ve assembled the most talented kitchen and front-of...2025-01-0427 min7 Minutes in a Bar7 Minutes About Social Media7 Minutes About Social Media- the good, the bad and the ugly. Some can find it inspiring at times. Others have found great success with it. Some might be addicted to it- checking in on how many likes and comments come in every minute. There’s a high to seeing a post go viral. It’s a scene. It’s a clique. It’s getting to check out things and taste things before anyone else does. But when does social media go wrong? When does it cause problems? Alex and Kate break it all down in this latest episode. This...2024-12-1828 min7 Minutes in a Bar7 Minutes About IntentionsTopic: Intentions. Reflecting on 2024 and Alex and Kate's intentions for the new year. Achievements, personal milestones, and major events that shaped our year. What are your goals for the New Year? We're setting intentions and outlining goals for the upcoming year. Tune in and subscribe for more 🙌Seven Minutes in a Bar is uplifting and real talk about life in some of the most creative and beautiful bars in the USA with Alex P. Taylor and Kate Frederick 🍷 Pull up a bar stool, grab your favorite beverage, and connect with us. Miracle At Riley's by the Seawall is a C...2024-12-0619 min7 Minutes in a Bar7 Minutes About Letting GoTopic: Letting go...and moving on. Why do we hang onto things that no longer serve us? How do we recognize when something is no longer for us? Join Alex and Kate as they explore this topic and also chat with business owner Xiomara Chincoya. Thank you to Episode 4's Bar Sponsor: León in West Hartford, CT Get ready for a true taste of Mexico. Leon is serving up authentic Mexican cuisine made with traditional recipes and the finest ingredients. From rich, flavorful salsas to mouthwatering entrees, every dish is a celebration of Mexican cul...2024-11-2522 min7 Minutes in a Bar7 Minutes About SuccessTopic: Life Goals, Dreams and Success. What’s a big dream you had for your life? Did it come to fruition? Is it still in the works? Have you ever apologized for your success? Tune in.Thank you to Episode 3's Bar Sponsor: The Charles in Wethersfield, CTVintage Feel. Modern Taste. The Charles offers exciting cuisine in the historic village of Old Wethersfield. Whether you are looking for a quick drink and a bite at the bar, a cozy table by the fire, a meeting in their state of the art Board Ro...2024-09-2310 min7 Minutes in a Bar7 Minutes About Finding a WayThis week's topic: Finding a Way. 7 Minutes in a Bar is uplifting and real talk about life in some of the most creative and beautiful bars in the USA 🍷 Pull up a bar stool, grab your favorite beverage and connect with us. Don't miss each episodes' new location, featured beverage, signature app and gift card giveaway on Instagram: @7minsinabar. Thank you, Mercato Italian Kitchen and Bar for hosting this episode 🍽Ep 2 Featured Drink: The Italian Bird with rum, pineapple, lime, campari, demerara syrup 😍Ep 2 Featured Apps: Tomato & Mozzarella- stracciatella, bufala mozzarella, balsamic, basil, frico 🍅 2024-08-2509 min
The 7am NovelistDay 9: What's a Narrator Good For? with Steve Almond & Kate RacculiaWriters Steve Almond and Kate Racculia discuss observer vs. participant characters, being too nice to your character, the role of the narrator, and the dreaded Author/Narrator/Character merge.Steve Almond of a dozen books, including “Candyfreak” and “Against Football,” which were NYT Bestsellers for about four seconds. His new novel, All the Secrets of the World, has been optioned by 20th Century Fox. He’s the recipient of an NEA grant for 2022 and teaches at Harvard and Wesleyan. His work has been published in the Best American Short Stories, the Best American Mysteries, and the New York Times Ma...2022-10-1231 min