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Bourbon of ProofBourbon of ProofBourbon of Proof with Special Guest Kristopher HartKristopher Hart got into whiskey when he was desperately trying to impress his girlfriend's father on Thanksgiving. Well that girlfriend is his wife now and Kristopher's whiskey empire is exploding across the country. He is the host of Whiskey Neat and his bottled spirits are available in all 50 states. In this session of Bourbon of Proof, Kristopher sits down with host Bob Simon to sip some of his own creations and tell his story. Interested in being a guest on the show? Visit justiceteamnetwork.com today!2023-05-1930 minSmoke Night LIVE - Cigar DojoSmoke Night LIVE - Cigar DojoSmoke Night LIVE – Kristopher Hart Of Whiskey NeatKristopher Hart of the acclaimed podcast Whiskey Neat joins the show. Kristopher has interviewed some of the giants in the whiskey industry, as well as celebrities such as Matthew McConaughey, Colin Hanks, and many others. We will also sample Kristopher’s own offering—The Prideful Goat 6-Year Rye—and see what this unfiltered cask-strength has to offer.2022-08-051h 20Music & MoonsaultsMusic & MoonsaultsWrestling Wayback Machine #19: Rob Wilkins' Hart & SoulRob Wilkins of Fightful and Fightful Overbooked is back for more Bret Hart goodness. This time we are watching one of my personal favorite SummerSlam matches: Bret vs Undertaker for the WWF Title with HBK as the Special Guest Referee from 1997.   twitter.com/robwilkins  fightful.com  fightfulselect.com  fightfuloverbooked.com   twitter.com/IbanezKris musicandmoonsaults.com2022-08-031h 00Music & MoonsaultsMusic & MoonsaultsWrestling Wayback Machine #16: Hart Foundation vs British Bulldogs, SNME #11 w/ Rob Wilkins!Rob Wilkins from Fightful joins me to watch a tag team classic. in the aftermath of WrestleMania 3, The Hart Foundation put their WWF World Tag Team Titles on the line in a 2 out of 3 Falls match against the British Bulldogs Follow Rob twitter.com/robwilkins Fightful.com FightfulOverbooked.com FightfulSelect.com Follow me at twitter.com/IbanezKris musicandmoonsaults.com2022-05-0821 minBourbon Showdown PodcastBourbon Showdown PodcastThe Prideful Goat: Kristopher HartThis week Jesse welcome Kristopher Hart to the program from The Prideful Goat! It's one of the most fun episodes we've had on The Bourbon Showdown and Jesse and Kristopher really go all over the world in this one. They talk whiskey, they talk comedy, they talk Epstein Island, former Presidents, boxing legends, comedy icons and everything in between! This is one of those episodes that every time you think you know the answer, they change the question and it really is a fun damn conversation to listen to. So sit back, relax and pour yourself something tasty (The...2022-03-291h 27Music & MoonsaultsMusic & MoonsaultsMusic & Moonsaults #10: Bret Hart- The Excellence of Entrance MusicHappy Birthday Hitman! Join me in celebration of one of the greatest of all-time, as I talk about one of the most legendary entrance themes of all-time. I even break out the six string and showcase my (very limited) skills. twitter.com/IbanezKris facebook.com/musicandmoonsaults https://youtu.be/H3HqZewcOSw2021-07-0225 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatEp. 145 Smokin' and Toastin' with Cruze and Ian.This week I am rejoined with long time friends Ian and Cruze from Smokin and Toastin. One of the oldest running spirits podcasts in Houston with nearly 250 episodes over the last 6 years.We catch up, try a few things, argue about pointless things and talk trash about Alan Denny.A good time was had by all. Whiskey Neat is a Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston and is brought to you every week by the following sponsors.Check out our shows merch at www.WhiskeyMerch.com2021-02-1200 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatEp 143 Bourbon Pursuit, The Bourbon Junkies, Matt Rehwoldt.This week I sit down with the trifecta of Bourbon podcasting friends. I am joined by Matt Rehwoldt from Wrestling with Whiskey, The guys from Bourbon Pursuit, Ryan Cecil and Kenny Coleman and lastly, Sean and Dan from the Bourbon Junkies!We talk about the launch of the Pursuit United Series, the rash of 15 yr Sourced liquid hitting the market and the predictions for bourbon in 2021. Check out the Bourbon Junkies on Youtube and the Bourbon Pursuit guys on Itunes! You also HAVE to check out Matt Rehwoldt from Wrestling with Whiskey...2021-01-2200 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatEp 142 Theo Rossi and Kim CoatesIn the middle of the Pandemic Theo Rossi started the Theory Podcast and within a few episodes Kim Coates became a permanent addition to the show and every week they get together to talk about one of the greatest shows on television in the last two decades... Sons of Anarchy.This week I sit down with two incredible men over a few pours and just dive deep on everything from their careers to their friendship and of course we talk a little Whiskey.A good time was had by all.Whiskey Neat is...2021-01-1500 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatEp 141 Adam Devine and Blake AndersonWeek four of LA, We sit down Blake Anderson and Adam Devine.We have a few drinks, discuss Workaholics, Game Overman and NIGHTMARE fan encounters.Thoroughly enjoyed this.Cheers.Whiskey Neat is a Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston and is brought to you every week by the following sponsors.Check out our shows merch at www.WhiskeyMerch.comWhiskey Neat is supported by the Inspired Spirits at Glass Rev Imports and Waterford Irish Whiskey.Mark Reynier believes some of the world’s greatest ba...2021-01-0800 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatEp 140 Cameron Monaghan is a Whiskey DrinkerCameron Monaghan has been acting for over twenty years.More than half of that has been as Ian Gallagher on Shameless and has recently entered the Star Wars Universe as Cal Kestis.This week I sit down with him in LA to discuss his career and time on Shameless as well as his love for spirits. He's great and It was awesome.Whiskey Neat is a Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston and is brought to you every week by the following sponsors.Check out our shows...2021-01-0100 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatEp. 139 William H. Macy: The Open Minded Bon VivantWilliam H Macy is one of the most grounded, open minded fathers I have ever met. He loves a good glass of Woody Creek Whiskey and has one of the most healthiest outlooks on life. I was honored to have the opportunity to sit down with him and to talk Whiskey over a few glasses of... You Guessed it, WHISKEY!We talk about Fatherhood, His Career, Shameless and of course we have to mention Fargo.A good time was had by all. Whiskey Neat is a Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5...2020-12-2500 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatEp 138 TFATKz With Brendan Schaub, Shapel Lacey and Chin Su YiWe packed our bags and hit Los Angeles last week and first up for a drink or too is my boy Brendan Schaub. Brendan brings along his Co-Host on The Fighter and The Kid and the glue that holds the team together, Producer Chin!I have been such a fan of Shapel and Chin and for me this was a fun trip down the booze highway. We talk about the show, Shapel's history with alcohol and of course Someone gets a birthyear Dusty. Whiskey Neat is a Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5...2020-12-1800 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatEp. 137 Sam Heughan Returns...What's next for The Sassenach?The Nicest Man in Hollywood returns to the show this week to discuss...Whisky!Sam Heughan returns to talk about his New York Times Best Selling Book, What is next for The Sassenach Whisky and of course we taste through a few more new whiskies and fawn over our favorite, mutual passion. . . The Water of Life.Whiskey Neat is a Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston and is brought to you every week by the following sponsors. Whiskey Neat is supported by the Inspired Spirits at Glass Rev Imports and...2020-12-0900 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatEp 136 Why is Texas Whiskey On The Rise?This week in anticipation of the Repeal Day Expo hosted by Fred Minnick, we sit down with Robert Likarish and Jared Himstedt. We discuss the rise of the Spirit of Texas and why things have skyrocketed in the Lone Star State.Get your tickets to the Degy World Repeal Day Expo at www.RepealDayExpo.comIt happens tomorrow! See you there!Whiskey Neat is a Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston and is brought to you every week by the following sponsors. Whiskey Neat is supported by...2020-12-0400 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatEp 135 Andrew Youngblood and Zahid DewjiThis week I am rejoined by two guys definitely not in the mood to drink, but we do it anyway. Zahid Dewji and Andrew Youngblood are returning guests and Touring Headlining Comedians. I love these two and they join me today to have a few pours and to talk about absolutely nothing important. Check out their upcoming podcast, Trash Flavored Trash and check their websites for tour dates.www.ZahidDewji.comwww.AndrewYoungblood.comWhiskey Neat is a Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston and is brought to you every...2020-11-2900 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatEp 134 Fred Minnick-Ahead of the CurveFred Minnick has been covering the Bourbon world for more than 15 yrs and with the development of a new pandemic, the bourbon world has had to adjust. Fred has been ahead of the curve in almost every way and his next project is no different. Fred Joins me today to discuss his next big event that takes place on Repeal Day. December 5th 2020. Check out more information at www.RepealDayExpo.comWhiskey Neat is a Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston and is brought to you every week by the...2020-11-1300 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatEp 133. Steve Trevino returns.My ongoing bromance with Steve Trevino takes to the next level in celebration of his return to Houston over a bottle of Crown Royal from 1977. We are joined by Big Al Gonzales and we dive deep on Steve's new Quarantine special and just touch base about life. A good time was had by all. Whiskey Neat is a Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston and is brought to you every week by the following sponsors.Whiskey Neat is supported by the Inspired Spirits at Glass Rev Imports and Waterford...2020-11-0600 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatEp 132: Talking Greenlights and Turkey with Matthew McConaugheyWe follow up last weeks great discussion with the Bourbon Junkies with the ineffable Matthew McConaughey. We talk about his new memoir, Greenlights. We discuss family, marriage, raising kids and embarrassing ourselves in front of other celebrities. We of course talk about Wild Turkey and I pitch to him a couple ideas that Todd Grube and I came up with. Todd rendered a few graphics for our pitch and you know what.... I think you'd be surprised at his response.Matthew was an interesting discussion and his book can be found everywhere books are sold. 2020-10-3100 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatEp 131 The Bourbon Junkies- Dan and SeanDan and Sean run a Bourbon channel on YouTube called the Bourbon Junkies.The Bourbon Junkies channel is one helluva look at friendship over drinks.I adore these two and love their dynamic.Give it a listen and check it out!Whiskey Neat is a Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston and is brought to you every week by the following sponsors. Whiskey Neat is supported by the Inspired Spirits at Glass Rev Imports and Amrut Distilleries.Amrut Fusion received the double gold BLIND and...2020-10-2300 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatEp 130 Full Time Dusty Bourbon Hunters with Robyn MacAdamsOver the last few years there are a handful of diehard bourbon hunters out there... less than you would think. People who take weeks and months off from work to travel all over North America visiting every single liquor store, one state at a time. Today we sit down with one of those individuals. Todd Grube makes another appearance on the show as we talk to Robyn MacAdams. A dusty bourbon hunter who has visited every single liquor store in the state of Texas as he walks us through his methods, items he has found and...2020-10-1600 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatEp 129 The Subject of Tipping with Peter NolanPeter Nolan is a long time Houston Restaurant namestay and has recently opened a new Bourbon bar in the Heights. Permission Whiskey & Service Company.We talk about his new spot and the subject of normal tipping protocols and why they have increased over time. We also dive deep into a new Irish Whiskey Brand while we are on the subject. Waterford Irish Whiskey. A good time was had by all.Whiskey Neat is a Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston and is brought to...2020-10-1500 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatEp 128 Smoke Wagon Bourbon with Jeremy Hedin and Brandon StrangeThis week I sit down with the Gun man Himself, Jeremy Hedin (IG: Whatthekicks) to discuss Smoke Wagon. The next big MGP Sourced products out of Las Vegas Nevada in the same vein as O.K.I, Boone County, Blaum Bros. Etc.We are joined by Brandon Strange to help us drink and to have a gab.A good time was had by all.Whiskey Neat is a Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston and is brought to you every week by the following sponsors. Whiskey Neat is...2020-10-0200 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatEp 127 The Jim Murray Vulgarity. A Conversation on Sexism in WhiskeyAs we come to an end in our first ever Pappy Hunt, we reflect on the last few weeks and after the most recent news of the Bars in Texas STILL on lockdown, we wonder if there is light at the end of this tunnel. This past week a firestorm broke out over Jim Murray's Whiskey Bible. His reviews are under fire with accusations of sexism and lewd vocabulary.Many on social media defending his as not being sexist but just cringe worthy. Either way this issue hint...2020-09-2500 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatEp 126 Let's talk about the Great PAPPY HUNT!The first Pappy Van Winkle Scavenger hunt in North American History has taken off! 3 of 6 bottles have been found and this week we sit down with Todd Grube and Jace VanHoozer to talk about the fun we have been having.Reserve 101 has really helped make this thing something special and we have massive plans for next year.We also taste through some early 1980s Dant, a Brand New 15 year Whistlepig pick and Sagamore single barrel for the Houston Bourbon Society and the 2 new Balcones Single barrel Cask Strength Single malts we just launched for the...2020-09-1800 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatEp 125 Antony Starr talks "The Boys" Season 2The Boys on Amazon Prime blew away all expectations and largely because of the complicated and pragmatic psychopath that is Homelander.This week I sit down with Antony Starr for a few drinks and a pour from his birthday bottle, a 1975 IW HARPER.We talk the insanely perfect show that was Banshee and of course dive deep into season 2 of The Boys and how it has RAILROADED him to a massive and obsessive fandom. Antony is a great guy and if I have learned to GAUGE anything is surely on the right TRACK...2020-09-1100 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatEp 124 Talking Water with the Face of Water in North America. Martin Riese.I absolutely love the conversation that happens this week. I don't mean to be a Scrooge about Water but this is an important topic that is not discussed enough in America.I sit down this week with the First Certified Water Sommelier in the world and the face of water in North America. Martin Riese has made it his life mission to teach and educate on the most important liquid you put into your body. A fantastic conversation ensues and I appreciate his time and effort on this endeavor greatly. 2020-09-0400 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatEp 123 A Few Drinks with Colman DomingoColman Domingo has been in some incredible things both big screen and small.He plays Victor Strand on Fear the Walking Dead and was in Lincoln, Selma and Lee Daniel's the Butler. The Man can act.His latest film is a Jordan Peele project called Candy Man.We sit down at a beautiful downtown bar in LA, The Wolves. We share a few drinks, talk about his career and just enjoy eachother's company.Whiskey Neat is a Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston and is brought...2020-08-2800 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatEp 122 Plantation's Name Change and New Fiji Rum.Recently Plantation and their team at Maison Ferrand are taking steps to completely change their branding and the name "Plantation" for their rums.They acknowledged the feelings the name might inspire and are working on a re-brand.This week we sit down with Greg Doxakis and touch on the subject while trying their new Fiji offering. A good conversation develops. Whiskey Neat is a Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston and is brought to you every week by the following sponsors. Whiskey Neat is supported...2020-08-2100 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatEp 121 Let's finally select a single barrel of Amrut. A Sherry Bomb.We have been TRYING for so long to film this episode and I could not be more excited for this to finally happen. Today we get to select the first and only barrel of Amrut for Texas for the show. We are joined by Todd Grube and Quad Heinicken to taste through some samples. A good time was had by all. Whiskey Neat is a Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston and is brought to you every week by the following sponsors. 2020-08-1400 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatEp 120 What the heck happened with Reserve 101?More than a decade ago Reserve 101 in Houston launched the beginning of change in Houston's Whiskey scene. More than twelve years later the the Bar has undergone some precarious changes that have left us all scratching our heads. Today I sit down with the new owners of Reserve 101, Jace VanHoozerAnd Sean Fitzmaurice to answer one simple question... What the hell happened? Whiskey Neat is a Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston and is brought to you every week by the following sponsors.2020-08-0800 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatEp 119 Tasting through Cognac with Dusti Rhodes and Pat McLellandEARLY DROP!In our never ending struggle to beat Covid and crank episodes out all while remodeling a studio, this week we sit down with long time friend of the show and the best English teacher in Houston, Dusti Rhodes. We are also joined by Sports Radio host and Lima Tim Time Podcast magnate, Patrick McLellan joins us in studio to drink YAK!Feels good to be back. We will see! Stay safe!Whiskey Neat is a Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston and is brought to you every...2020-07-3000 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatEp 118 Cork'd and Samples with Darryl Bowman and Brandon StrangeThe show received a lot of samples but we don't usually try them on air. This week we sit down after the recent launch of Cork'd, the spirits version of Untappd, and taste through some recent samples and talk hang out during the re-lock down of Texas.A good time was had by all.Whiskey Neat is a Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston and is brought to you every week by the following sponsors. Whiskey Neat is supported by the Inspired Spirits at Glass Rev Imports and Amrut...2020-07-3000 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatEp 117 Drinking Myths with Mark Normand**Early Drop and Language Warning**This week we sit down with the hilarious Mark Normand while he is in town at the Houston Improv to talk about Jokes, Adjusting to his success and massive growth in comedy and we dive deep into a few glasses of Whiskey. We are re-joined by the incredible Zahid Dewji and we do what we do best. Drink and be silly. A good time was had by all. Whiskey Neat is a Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston and is...2020-06-2500 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatEp 116 Some Pre WWII bottles and a couple of Comic nerds.This week we sit down with Founder, Owner and General manager of the Secret Group in Houston. A Comedy venue in EaDo and a fellow Whiskey Lover and Houston Bourbon Society Member.We also sit down with his close friend and fellow comic Zahid Dewji. We walk through some old bottles from the 1930s and 1940s and talk about his upcoming weekend at the Houston Improv to see Mark Normand.Whiskey Neat is a Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston and is brought to you every week by the following sponsors.2020-06-2500 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatEp 115 Steve Trevino absolutely loves Texas.This week I sit down with Steve Trevino. A headlining comic who sold out his weekend before coming on but STILL wanted to drop in for a few drinks.We talk about his new comedy special, 'Til Death (on Amazon Prime) what it's like to give up the LA Hustle, buy a parcel of land in Texas and just live the good life with his wife and kids while touring the US. We also address Bryan Callen and his doubts on the 115 yr old Brandy. (Still love you B) A good time...2020-06-1200 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatEp 114 The most Adventurous brewery in Texas. Ingenious.This week we see the return of Ingenious founder, Justin Gyorfi. We talk about the wild ride Ingenious has been through over the last couple of years as arguably Texas's most adventurous brewery. Let me be clear, there are plenty of progressive, ground breaking breweries in Houston but no one, I repeat, no one is thinking outside the box like Ingenious.For better or worse, no one is having more fun and to be honest... I love it. I love the mindset. I love the motivation. I love the journey. 2020-06-0500 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatEp 112 Gregarious Grump Spirits with Jeremiah Butler and Darryl BowmanThis week we breakdown and taste the new line of spirits from none other than ...Me. Gregarious Grump Spirits was a brand born of and for the Houston Whiskey Social. A line of select, unadulterated, Cask Strength, truly Single Barrel Spirits. This week we taste some of my favorite rums with some of my favorite Rum Drinkers. Darryl Bowman, of Bad Wine Reviews and the new Spirits app, Cork'd and Jeremiah Butler of B & B Butchers on Washington Avenue in Houston. Jeremiah and Darryl have been long time...2020-05-2900 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatEp 111 What happens when you stop focusing on the word Bourbon? Lone Elm Wheat WhiskeyIn a recent article of Texas Monthly I was ask to provide my input on some of the best whiskies coming out of Texas. Near the top of that list was Lone Elm. Lone Elm has been making Wheat Whiskey in Texas for the last few years and we thought we could invite my good friend and fellow Houston Bourbon Society member, Quad Heinicken on the show to select a couple of barrels. We are joined by Brandon Choate of Five Points Distilling. Whiskey Neat is a Radio...2020-05-2200 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatEp 110 On the Subject of Guns in Facebook Whiskey Groups.For Years, Social Media has been a place for us to post pictures of our hobbies. Grilling, Shoes, Food, Whiskey, Cigars...... Guns. In an age of our hobbies overlapping, we often see these things pictured together. The Subject of Guns and Booze being pictured together is a hot topic with strong feelings on all sides of the argument. Today We sit down and discuss how Todd and I feel personally on this phenomenon and how we handle it in Houston Bourbon Society.Whiskey Neat is a Radio show on iTunes...2020-05-0800 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatEp 109 Sean Beck and I talk about which Restaurants to trust after the pandemic.This week I sit down with Houston Veteran Sommelier and Hugo Ortega's Right Hand, Sean Beck.Sean has a breadth of knowledge unlike many and his perspective on the impact the Restaurant and Bar Scene has experienced due to Covid19 is definitely unique.We sit down and have a few drinks and pontificate the like two lame dads have never done...Whiskey Neat is a Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston and is brought to you every week by the following sponsors.Terlato Distell Artisan Spirits, Leader...2020-05-0100 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatEp 108 Checking in during the end of the World.This week, we return after being gone for the last 3 weeks to talk about something important.“Hey Guys, This is an important issue that needs to be supported.In the past 2 months, Distilleries have donated nearly $6 Million in free hand sanitizer to first responders, front-line health care workers and essential business employees.Especially here in Houston with distilleries like Gulf Coast, Whitmeyers and William Price.• At the same time, These Texas distillers have added over $4 Million in additional expenses toproduce sanitizer.• Collectively, distillery revenues for on-site sales...2020-04-2400 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatPasha and Dusti return to the show. Let's discuss Covid-19 and how you can help.So many people are being affected by COVID-19 and there seems to be no end in sight. Few people are being affected as bad as those in the service industry. We are rejoined all the way from episode 1 by Pasha Morshedi, Owner of Rosewater in Clear Lake. A local establishment free from Dartboards but completely in purgatory  due to the Houston Restaurant shut down.We are also welcoming back our friend Dusti Rhodes. Local standup and Comedian who is also uniquely affected by this situation. ...2020-03-2000 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatEp 106 Old Forester can do no wrong. A conversation with Campbell BrownPresident and Managing Director of Old Forester, Campbell Brown sits down with us this week to talk about how Old Forester (as well as Brown Forman as a whole) have been hitting it out of the park the last few years with just fantastic decisions for the Bourbon category. We walk through the Whiskey Row line up and the history behind each.Whiskey Neat is a Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston and is brought to you every week by the following sponsors.Terlato Distell Artisan Spirits, Leader in...2020-03-1300 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatEp 105 Mike G makes his debut and we put a feather in this Terroir discussion.This week we see the ineffable, Mike G, make his debut. Host of Show De Vie with Mike G, the original show on spirits in Texas and the first man to make Sotol this side of the Rio Grande.We are joined by his long time friend, Drew Jerdan to end the discussion on Terroir and to point out the issue with making Sotol in Texas. A grand time was had by all. Whiskey Neat is a Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston and is brought to...2020-03-0600 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatWhiskey Neat Ep 104 Texas Whiskey Club summit and Cringe worthy storiesThis week we prepare for our trip to Waco for the Inaugural Texas Whiskey Club Summit and discuss the Era of Yes. The new age we are in, in which Distilleries are more likely to say yes for the sake of doing something fun. Regardless of how small. We are joined by Charlie McRae of Balcones and Todd Grube.Whiskey Neat is a Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston and is brought to you every week by the following sponsors.Terlato Distell Artisan Spirits, Leader...2020-02-2800 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatEp 102 Houston Whiskey Social Recap and Belle Meade's Chris Jones RETURNS!After two years of non stop episodes, we took our first break. 2 Weeks off to get things settled and ready to go for the 5th Annual Houston Whiskey Social. Break is over and we are back! We recap this years event and sit down with one of my longest industry friends who has been around since the beginning!Chris Jones of Belle Meade and Nelson Greenbrier distillery stops by to talk about things to come with the brand! Cheers!Whiskey Neat is a Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston...2020-02-1400 minShow de Vie PodcastShow de Vie PodcastEp 290 - Kristopher Hart: Houston's Bourbon Socialite The job of an interviewer, at least a good one, is to offer up some vulnerability for your guest to hopefully encourage the same for them. It's not an easy job, but Kris Hart is the man for the job. With his successful show Whiskey Neat, and his gargantuan whiskey event the Houston Whiskey Social, what makes the man tick? The proud father was thrown into the role very young in life but now reflects on the amazing experience. Kris has united whiskey lovers, podcast listeners, and many seeking transparency in the world of spirits, but what's...2020-02-071h 07Whiskey NeatWhiskey NeatEp 101 Let's talk Canadian Whisky with Signal HillCanadian whisky has had a long history of ... Meh. Meh, mostly made of rye. This week we sit down and taste through some of the best and worst our great neighbors to the north make as well as try something new from Signal Hill. A mostly corn Canadian Whisky with a different take on finishing. We also cover briefly some plans for this year including a trip.... To Scotland.Whiskey Neat is a Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston and is brought to you every...2020-01-2400 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatWhiskey Neat Ep 100 Is not the right episode to celebrate.Episode 100 is supposed to be an episode to celebrate, or is it?Meh, the truth is we were in the midst of talking to a player on a certain local sports team and then some news this week killed any chance of an interview happening any time soon. So.... We sit down with our most frequent guest, Todd Grube to discuss Whiskey and of course the aftermath of the Sam Hueghan interview. A fun time was had by all.Whiskey Neat is a Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5...2020-01-1700 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatEp 99 Sam Heughan and Sassenach Spirits.This week I sit down with the incredibly humble and charming, Outlander's Sam Heughan.We travel to Louisiana to one of New Orleans best Comic conventions, Wizard World and get to share a dram and catch the word on Sam's new Whiskey Company; Sassenach Spirits.Whiskey Neat is a Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston and is brought to you every week by the following sponsors.Terlato Distell Artisan Spirits, Leader in premium artisan products like Bunnahabhain, Deanston, Ledaig/ Tobermory, Bains, Black Bottle and Scottish Leader.Whiskey Neat...2020-01-1000 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatEp 98 Simple but profound: The Specs/ HBS Mega Barrel Drop.Please, if you understand any part of this episode, understand this. This episode we spend a significant amount of time talking about this incredible event last Saturday and how well it was executed and its ripple effect in the Facebook world quickly after.This is not meant as a bragging point in any way for anything HBS has done but rather a thank you to Specs for this incredible event that has taken a long time to come to fruition. Anything said on the subject is coming directly 1st hand and is...2020-01-0300 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatEp 97 The Many sides of Melissa VillaseñorThis week I get to sit down with someone I have been following for years. The incredibly talented, Master impressionist, SNL Cast member and Bone Zone Alumni, Melissa Villaseñor.This is a Fan Q & A if there ever was one.Whiskey Neat is a Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston and is brought to you every week by the following sponsors.Terlato Distell Artisan Spirits, Leader in premium artisan products like Bunnahabhain, Deanston, Ledaig/ Tobermory, Bains, Black Bottle and Scottish Leader.Whiskey Neat i...2019-12-2800 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatEp 96 It's not pronounced, "Tah-wonk-er-oh" with Jason from Tahwahkaro.This week we finally sit down with another Grain to Grass Texas distillery to discuss everything from Aesthetics to Yeast at the fantastic Grape Vine Distillery; Tahwahkaro.We are rejoined by Alan Denny, recent owner of Galveston Island Cigar Lounge.Whiskey Neat is a Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston and is brought to you every week by the following sponsors.Terlato Distell Artisan Spirits, Leader in premium artisan products like Bunnahabhain, Deanston, Ledaig/ Tobermory, Bains, Black Bottle and Scottish Leader.Whiskey Neat is supported by the Inspired...2019-12-2000 minWhiskey Neat with Kristopher HartWhiskey Neat with Kristopher HartEp 95 Getting Legit with Pauly Shore.This is an explicit one folks.... Apologies in advance. The Crowned Prince of Comedy, Mr Pauly Shore joins us on the show this week to talk about his current tour and hit podcast Random Rants. We talk about his life and new film coming out next year, Guest House! We are also joined by my friend, Jeremy Hart, no relation, the mastermind behind Wine Spectators #26 Wine of the year on their TOP 100 list: 'Legit' A beautiful 94 pt Tuscan Cabernet at an extremely reasonable price. Check out Pauly Shores tour dates at www...2019-12-131h 04Whiskey NeatWhiskey NeatEp 94 How easy is a DWI. An experiment with a little help from the Police.How easy is it to legally be drunk? Surprisingly easy. Shockingly so. A DWI in Texas is on average a $10,000 uphill battle and a Job killer and for the Whiskey Hobbyist it's something we should really be aware of.The rule of thumb is 1- 1oz drink 80 proof per hour, your body can process.Well, how exactly does that work in a hobby where the standard pour size is atleast 1.5 oz and a significantly higher ABV than 80 proof.This week we sit down with SGT Hill of the Deer Park Police department and 2...2019-12-0600 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatBourbon Pursuit's Fred Minnick and Ryan Cecil discuss how Kenny Coleman is holding them back.This week I sit down with Author, Veteran, Chief Editor of Bourbon + Magazine and Future Bourbon Hall of Famer Fred Minnick as well as one of his co-hosts on Bourbon Pursuit, The People's champ and Part time John Wick impersonator, Ryan Cecil.We were welcomed with open arms by my favorite distillery in Lousiville, Copper and Kings and owner Joe Heron on the cusp of a massive gathering of Spirits Authors, Bookstock.We discuss the origins of one of the most recognizable Bourbon Podcasts out there, Bourbon Pursuit as well as the regrets behind one...2019-11-2900 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatEp 91 The Man who single-handedly changed Blended Whisky; John Glaser of CompassboxEvery once in awhile we get to sit down with people who have truly become legends. John Glaser has without a doubt changed the face of Whisky for the better.His impact on Whisky is undeniable and truly fantastic.Today I sit down with John and Kerrin Egalka of Compassbox to talk about a brand that is directly responsible for changing the global perception of the Blended Whiskey Category.We dig deep into their latest Myths and Legends lineup to find out what it truly means to be Compassbox.Whiskey Neat...2019-11-1500 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatEp 90 The Oldest Whiskey distillery in the world. Let's Talk Bushmills.I had the extreme pleasure of getting to sit down with the face of Bushmills, an Irishman with more charisma than an SNL Sketch with Alec Baldwin, Jack Ferris.We sit down and taste through the core line of a classic Irish Single malt that has been distilling whiskey for longer than anyone else in the world.I have often mentioned my appreciation for Bushmills and how I don't think they get quite the buzz they deserve in some circles. It was an honor and a pleasure.Whiskey Neat is a Radio show on...2019-11-0800 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatEp 89 Come and Take it comedy festival with Andrew Youngblood and Dusti RhodesThis week we open some dusty bourbon to discuss with Andrew Youngblood and Dusti Rhodes the upcoming comedy festival happening in Houston Next week. The Come and Take it comedy festival is coming next week in Houston and we can't wait!Whiskey Neat is a Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston and is brought to you every week by the following sponsors.Terlato Distell Artisan Spirits, Leader in premium artisan products like Bunnahabhain, Deanston, Ledaig/ Tobermory, Bains, Black Bottle and Scottish Leader.Whiskey Neat is supported by the...2019-11-0100 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatEp 88 A Duel to the death at High Noon with Chris from High West.This week we mosey on down to the Ol' Saloon at pour up some High West Whiskey. We sit down with Chris Furtado of High West and break into their entire lineup and end with this years release of Mid Winters Night Dram.We discuss the new investment into Nelson'd Greenbrier and even get to try a little.Whiskey Neat is a Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston and is brought to you every week by the following sponsors.Terlato Distell Artisan Spirits, Leader in premium artisan products...2019-10-2500 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatEp 87 Truth or Drink: A game with Mike Salopek and Todd GrubeThis week we have a good old fashioned bottle share with good friends, Mike Salopek and Todd Grube and we play a bit of a drinking game. The boys round up a couple of honest but hard to answer questions and I can either drink, or answer honestly. Whiskey Neat is a Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston and is brought to you every week by the following sponsors.Terlato Distell Artisan Spirits, Leader in premium artisan products like Bunnahabhain, Deanston, Ledaig/ Tobermory, Bains, Black Bottle and Scottish Leader....2019-10-1800 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatWhiskey Neat Ep 86 Alexa Braswell attempts to play Ref: Mike Raymond.This week I sit down with an early pioneer to the Houston Whiskey Scene, Mike Raymond of Reserve 101 and The Cottonmouth Club.We go head to head and catch up on the Houston scene and are joined by Alexa Braswell of Le Colonial Bar.We drink REALLY old scotch and talk about booze!Whiskey Neat is a Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston and is brought to you every week by the following sponsors.Terlato Distell Artisan Spirits, Leader in premium artisan products like Bunnahabhain, Deanston, Ledaig/ Tobermory...2019-10-1300 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatEp 85 A Chat with John Witherspoon and Barry LaminackFriday, Boomerang, The Wayans Bros and The Boondocks, Legend in the industry, Mr. John Witherspoon joins me this week to talk about, who else but him! We talk about the next Friday film and his return to the Boondocks.We follow it up with Local Sport Radio host and Stand Up Comic, Barry Laminack. I have been trying to sit down with Barry for months! Excited to finally make it happen. Whiskey Neat is a Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston and is brought to you every week by...2019-10-0500 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatEp 84 Comedian Brendan "Big Brown" SchaubOn the cusp of his new international tour, "50 shades of Brown", This week I sit down with the incredibly funny, Persian Night club owner and future CTE candidate, Brendan "Big Brown" Schaub. This Whiskey Loving former UFC Heavyweight is on a tear through the Bayou city and I was lucky enough to sit down to discuss Whiskey.Whiskey Neat is a Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston and is brought to you every week by the following sponsors.Terlato Distell Artisan Spirits, Leader in premium artisan products like Bunnahabhain, Deanston...2019-09-2600 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatEp 83 The Irish Whisky that Rock built. A discussion with Alex ConynghamThis week I sit down with the Rockstar that is, Alexander Conyngham, His families 300 year legacy in Ireland at Slane castle turned Rock venue and the next step in the families legacy, Slane Irish Whiskey. We have a few drinks and talk about the incredible history behind the name.Whiskey Neat is a Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston and is brought to you every week by the following sponsors.Terlato Distell Artisan Spirits, Leader in premium artisan products like Bunnahabhain, Deanston, Ledaig/ Tobermory, Bains, Black Bottle and Scottish Leader. 2019-09-2000 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatEp 82 A couple of Stand-up Standups: A conversation with Brad Gray and Dusti RhodesThe week following my first ever open Mic- I sit down with a couple of Local Standups for drinks and discussion around booze and Jokes.Dusti Rhodes and Brad Gray join me and a close friend David Zucca. Whiskey Neat is a Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston and is brought to you every week by the following sponsors.Terlato Distell Artisan Spirits, Leader in premium artisan products like Bunnahabhain, Deanston, Ledaig/ Tobermory, Bains, Black Bottle and Scottish Leader. This week’s show is sponsored by Tomatin Highland Si...2019-09-1300 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatEp 81 Houston Mayoral Candidate: Tony BuzbeeThis week we break the only rule we have had ever.... No Politics. We sit down with who may very well be Houston's Next Mayor, Tony Buzbee. A man who has made a massive career on not only making right some horrible wrongs but to fix them permanently.We sit down to discuss what he wants to do to fix this cities issues. Whiskey Neat is a podcast and Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston and is brought to you every week by the following sponsors.Terlato...2019-09-0600 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatWhiskey Neat Ep 80 Heaven's Door and the subject of Celebrity Endorsed Spirits, With Ryan Perry and Jordan DavisThe subject of Celebrity endorsed spirits has come up often and usually incites a hesitance in the experienced drinker.Heavens door is not like your typical celebrity endorsed spirit and that is because of people like Ryan Perry. This week I sit down with Ryan Perry and Jordan Davis and we discuss the Bob Dylan inspired partnership that introduced the world to a new possibility..... a celebrity endorsed product that DOESN'T suck.Whiskey Neat is a podcast and Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston and is brought to you every week...2019-08-3000 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatBourbon Legend, Al Young and that other guyFour Rose Ambassador and Bourbon Legend, Al Young drops in to Houston this week and we share a few drinks. We are also joined by the local legend himself, Nicholas Talamantes. I often try and get juicy bits out of the guests and for once, Al let's us in on something pretty interesting. Whiskey Neat is a podcast and Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston and is brought to you every week by the following sponsors.Terlato Distell Artisan Spirits, Leader in premium artisan products like Bunnahabhain, Deanston, Ledaig/ Tobermory...2019-08-2300 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatWhiskey Neat Ep 78 Alexandre Gabriel: A Town Hall Q&A with the French Renegade and Russell Thoede.This week we go live and in person at Lei Low bar in Houston Texas. One of the most beloved rum bars in the city and sit down, Town Hall style, with Russell Thoede and the French Renegade, Maison Ferrand's Alexandre Gabriel to discuss the Recent Rum Controversies happening in the Rum World. A in person Q&A from the audience to try and understand Alexandre and his stance on Dosage and the GI.It was a great conversation and we are beyond excited for this to finally air!Whiskey...2019-08-1600 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatWhiskey Neat Ep 77 Smooth Ambler's John Little.Our final Tales week interview is with the incredible, John Little. John Little and Smooth Ambler has been making waves for years in the bourbon scene. We are joined by Wade Woodard and Todd Grube.We talk about the recent price increase, their rise to fame and just about everything else I have ever wanted to ask the man. Whiskey Neat is a podcast and Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston and is brought to you every week by the following sponsors.Terlato Distell Artisan Spirits, Leader in premium...2019-08-0900 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatWhiskey Neat Ep. 76 Bonus Episode with Mad Tv's Aries Spears and Andy SteinbergThis week we have a Bonus episode with Comedian Aries Spears. This one is a doozy with a lot of new big words being said on the show. Enjoy!Whiskey Neat is a podcast and Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston and is brought to you every week by the following sponsors.Terlato Distell Artisan Spirits, Leader in premium artisan products like Bunnahabhain, Deanston, Ledaig/ Tobermory, Bains, Black Bottle and Scottish Leader. This week’s episode is ALSO brought to you by Belle Meade Bourbon. Aged to perfection, Be...2019-08-0300 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatWhiskey Neat Ep 75 The Black Bourbon Society, with Samara Rivers and Armond DavisThis week I sit down with Armond Davis and Samara B Rivers, Co-Hosts of Bonded in Bourbon and Samara is the founder of the Black Bourbon Society. We discuss the lack of healthy attention from the liquor industry for decades towards People of Color and how it was time for a much needed change. The Black Bourbon Society brings together African American Bourbon enthusiasts from across the United States. Through their platforms and events; they encourage members to enjoy good bourbon, network with like-minded bourbon lovers, and learn more about America’s Native Spirit. Everyone is...2019-08-0200 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatWhiskey Neat Ep 74 Kate Perry and Richard Seale; Rum Diaries.There has been an explosion of Rum awareness in the last few years and with that comes an uprising in the demand of strict protections of an extremely old and traditionally ignored regulatory category. Rum.This week I sit down at Tales of the Cocktail with the incredible Kate Perry, of La Maison & Velier(@wheninrhum) and Foursquare's Richard Seale to discuss.Whiskey Neat is a podcast and Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston and is brought to you every week by the following sponsors.Terlato Distell Artisan Spirits, Leader...2019-07-2600 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatWhiskey Neat Ep. 73 The biggest distillery west of the Mississippi; Gulf Coast DistillersSince 2016, Houston has been low key hiding the biggest distillery west of the Mississippi. Gulf Coast distillers has invested more money in two years in their distillery than you can possibly imagine. 3 Pot stills, 2 massive columns, 6 40k Gallon fermenters, the list goes on and on. We sit down this week with Hermen Key from GUlf Coast distillery and Todd Grube returns to talk Texas Whiskey.Whiskey Neat is a podcast and Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston and is brought to you every week by the following sponsors....2019-07-1900 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatWhiskey Neat Ep 72 Occipital Release with Ian, Cruze and Jeremiah!Snobbery is commonplace in all hobbies and this week I sit down with Ian and Cruze of Smokin' and Toastin' and are FINALLY joined by Jeremiah at Stogies in Houston to discuss. A great time was had by all.Whiskey Neat is a podcast and Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston and is brought to you every week by the following sponsors.Terlato Distell Artisan Spirits, Leader in premium artisan products like Bunnahabhain, Deanston, Ledaig/ Tobermory, Bains, Black Bottle and Scottish Leader. This week’s episode is ALSO br...2019-07-1200 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatWhiskey Neat Ep 71 Master Distiller Harlen WheatleyThis week host, Kristopher Hart sits down with The Master Distiller of Buffalo Trace and the Texas State manager for Sazerac Brands, Tyler Fraser.We talk about his new Project, Wheatley Vodka, Barrel Picks and whether or not the other Blantons offerings will ever make it stateside. . . His answer will surprise you.Whiskey Neat is a podcast and Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston and is brought to you every week by the following sponsors.Terlato Distell Artisan Spirits, Leader in premium artisan products like Bunnahabhain, Deanston, Ledaig/ Tobermory, Bains...2019-07-0500 minWhiskey Neat with Kristopher HartWhiskey Neat with Kristopher HartWhiskey Neat Ep 71 Master Distiller Harlen WheatleyThis week host, Kristopher Hart sits down with  The Master Distiller of Buffalo Trace and the Texas State manager for Sazerac Brands, Tyler Fraser. We talk about his new Project, Wheatley Vodka, Barrel Picks and whether or not the other Blantons offerings will ever make it stateside. . . His answer will surprise you. Whiskey Neat is a podcast and Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston and is brought to you every week by the following sponsors. Terlato Distell Artisan Spirits, Leader in premium artisan products like Bunnahabhain, Deanston, Ledaig/ Tobermory, Bains, Black B...2019-07-051h 04Whiskey NeatWhiskey NeatWhiskey Neat Ep 70 The Life of Dolph LundgrenHost Kristopher Hart sits down with Dolph Lundgren to discuss his legendary career and life as a father.This week I sit down with Film star and Hollywood Legend, Dolph Lundgren. Producer Jack and I make the trip out to San Antonio to interview someone I have always been a huge fan of and It could not have gone any better. We talk about his time as a youth and recovering from Child Abuse to his Divorce and return to the spotlight in his breakout role as Ivan Drago in the latest Creed...2019-06-2800 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatEp 69 Just a couple of friends in Waco sharing a pour at Balcones.This week I hit the road to Waco to sit down with two friends who just so happen to be in the distilling business. I am joined by Balcones head distiller, and Baldur look-alike, Jared Himstedt and my brother from another mother Robert Likarish of Ironroot Republic. We talk for over two hours, sharing pours from our own collections and a few things special Balcones is working on. Whiskey Neat is a podcast and Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston and is brought to you every week by...2019-06-2100 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatWhiskey Neat Ep 68 Ilegal Mezcal, a touch of Sotol and a little BuieLet's talk about Mezcal. A fantastic spirit with a storied history and I am a fanThis week I sit down with Racheal Buie of Ilegal Mezcal to talk about one of my favorite Spirits from Mexico. We dabble in Sotol and talk briefly about a topic I would love to discuss on the show, Cultural Appropriation.Whiskey Neat is a podcast and Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston and is brought to you every week by Terlato Distell Artisan Spirits.Leader in premium artisan products like Bunnahabhain, Deanston, Ledaig/ Tobermory...2019-06-1400 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatEp 67 A scenario in which a Tennessee Whiskey isn't a bourbon, with Chris FletcherOn our second stop in Nashville we sit down with Chris Fletcher, Assistant Master distiller at Jack Daniels and discuss the scenario in which a Tennessee Whiskey does NOT qualify as a bourbon.This is NOT another discussion about Jack Daniels being a bourbon or not but more so the history behind the brand as well as a Tennessee State law that overlooks additives.Whiskey Neat is a podcast and Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston and is brought to you every week by Terlato Distell Artisan Spirits.Leader in...2019-06-0700 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatWhiskey Neat Ep 65 Social Media: The new age of brand buildingThis week we are re-joined by Todd Grube and Chris Morris.Chris is a long time industry barman who carries insight from the bar perspective on the tried and true method of brand building: On premise.We recently got into an online argument over this and decided we should sit down and discuss. Some of The industry has always believed : Brands are built on premise.Other don't necessarily think that's the only way, myself included. Whiskey Neat is a podcast and Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM...2019-05-2400 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatWhiskey Neat Ep 64 Brent Elliott and the Fourth RoseThis week we film our first off site episode with Brent Elliott, Master distiller of Four Roses and Local Hero, Nicholas Talamantes.We talk about the addition of the newest item in their core range and the impact the brand has has the last few year in American Bourbon. Whiskey Neat is a podcast and Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston and is brought to you every week by Terlato Distell Artisan Spirits.Leader in premium artisan products like Bunnahabhain, Deanston, Ledaig/ Tobermory, Bains, Black Bottle and Scottish Leader...2019-05-1700 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatEp. 63 The Evil Empire, or are they?This week I sit down with the Executive Director of the TABC to discuss why everyone hates their faces. The question is simply, are they really the ones to blame. General Bentley Nettles comes in and explains the organization is not the rule maker but rather the enforcer and offers up information on how you as the consumer and license holders can change regulation.Whiskey Neat is a podcast and Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston and is brought to you every week by Terlato Distell Artisan Spirits.2019-05-1000 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatWhiskey Neat Ep 62 Aggressive beer pouring and how everyone else is wrong.Whiskey Neat is a podcast and Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston and is brought to you every week by Terlato Distell Artisan Spirits.Leader in premium artisan products like Bunnahabhain, Deanston, Ledaig/ Tobermory, Bains, Black Bottle and Scottish Leader. You can pick up the entire line at your local liquor store, or if you are a retailer reach out for your United Wine & Spirits rep.You can find the show on iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, Podcast arena, IHeart Radio, Spotify, YouTube and Facebook. Or follow...2019-05-0300 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatWhiskey Neat EP 61 Michael YO's Homecoming!Today's BONUS episode features Houston Native Stand-up comedian Michael Yo and my friend Theodore Crawford!Michael Yo, best known for his work on shows like Chelsea Lately, The Wendy Williams Show, The Talk and The Insider on CBS.    His most recent comedy special, “Blasian” details his early life growing up biracial (to a Black father and Korean mother) in Houston. Blasian is available now for home viewing on Amazon Prime. Michael is also the host of “The Michael Yo Show” on SIRIUS XM’s Entertainment Weekly Radio and breaks down the latest...2019-04-2700 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatWhiskey Neat Ep 60 Let's talk about Alcohol Use Disorder with Dr. Verrico and Dr. Shorter from the Baylor College of MedicineThis week I sit down with Dr. Chris Verrico and Dr. Daryl Shorter. Both  Assistant Professors of Psychiatry at Baylor College of Medicine.They are currently working on a couple of Alcohol use Studies and I thought this was a perfect opportunity to sit down and discuss the other side of this hobby.Fun times were had by all. Whiskey Neat is a podcast and Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston. You can find the show on iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, Podcast arena...2019-04-2600 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatWhiskey Neat Ep 59 A Hot Mess with Justin Burrow and Greg DoxakisThis week we sit down with Justin Burrow, a 23 yr Houston Bar Scene vet and Greg Doxakis. We discuss the origins of Plantation in Houston and the first ever pick done in Texas by Justin. All in all, we taste through a few rums and discuss quite a bit.Whiskey Neat is a podcast and Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston. You can find the show on iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, Podcast arena, IHeart Radio, Spotify, YouTube and Facebook.  Or follow us at ...2019-04-1900 minSmoke Night LIVE - Cigar DojoSmoke Night LIVE - Cigar DojoSmoke Night LIVE with Whiskey Guru Kristopher HartEpisode 192 of Smoke Night LIVE will feature special guest Kristoper Hart. Kris is the host of the popular podcast Whiskey Neat. He is also the man behind Houston Bourbon Society, the largest single market whiskey group in the US and The States largest Whiskey Festival: The Houston Whiskey Social. The Whiskey Neat podcast can be seen on Facebook and heard on ESPN 97.5 FM. Find out everything you ever wanted to know about whiskey but were afraid to ask on this episode of Smoke Night LIVE.2019-04-131h 07Whiskey NeatWhiskey NeatWhiskey Neat Ep 58 A conversation with Morgan Weber and Chris ShepherdThis week I sit down with two Houston Legends, Chris Shepherd and Morgan Weber to discuss the Houston Bourbon Consortium and the birth of the Tejas Kentucky Club. We dig into the change and a couple of projects being worked on by these two great people... and we do it over a few pours of some vintage bottles. Fun times were had by all. Whiskey Neat is a podcast and Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston.You can find the show on iTunes, Google Play...2019-04-1200 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatWhiskey Neat Ep 57 Getting Social with Carla Carlton and Ed BleyJust in time for the Houston Whiskey Social, we are joined by the Managing Editor and Bourbon Author, Carla Carlton and Bourbon World Famous, Ed Bley.We sit down and talk about what they are both working on lately as their world has expanded recently.Whiskey Neat is a podcast and Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston.You can find the show on iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, Podcast arena, IHeart Radio, Spotify, YouTube and Facebook. Or follow us atIG @MyWhiskeyNeatTwitter @MyWhiskeyNeat2019-04-0500 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatWhiskey Neat Ep. 56 Bourbon Hall of Famer Kathleen DiBennedetto and Steve StanleyBourbon Hall of famer drops in this week, Kathleen DiBenedetto. drops in on the show this week to talk about the small batch brands that she help build from the ground up. We are also met by South Texas's own Steve Stanley who helps run the brand in Houston. Absolutely enjoyed the interview and the stories. Whiskey Neat is a podcast and Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston.You can find the show on iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, Podcast arena, IHeart Radio, Spotify, YouTube and Facebook.2019-03-2900 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatWhiskey Neat Ep 55 Bonus Episode!!! TJ Miller and Cash LevyToday I sit down with TJ Miller and Cash Levy of Cashing in with TJ Miller. TJ Miller is an Actor and Comedian known for such films as Big Hero 6, Ready Player One and Dead Pool.I was honored to walk them through so old whiskies going back to pre-WWII and he introduced me to a Non Alcoholic Distilled Beverage….Seedlip.Whiskey Neat is a podcast and Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston.You can find the show on iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, Podcast arena, IHeart Radio, Sp...2019-03-2400 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatWhiskey Neat Ep 54 Pinhooking with Sean Josephs and Bad Wine Reviews, Darryl BowmanThis week we do our first ever, On air Barrel selection for the show. A cask Strength Single barrel, Unfiltered Rye from Pinhook.I am joined by Sean Josephs, Founder of Pinhook Whiskey. Where we discuss the history behind the brand. He was also nice enough to bring us some single barrel samples for us to choose from and of course, my garbage palate couldn’t do this alone so I am also joined by Darryl Bowman of Bad Wine Reviews to help decide.Whiskey Neat is a podcast and Radio show on iT...2019-03-2200 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatWhiskey Neat Ep 53 O'everyone is Irish on St. Paddy's Day.This week we sit down with Donna Stewart, The incredibly awesome, Irish Face of Tullamore Dew in the US and Cheryl Gibbs (@Cherdrinksthings) The Face of Tullamore Dew in Houston.We sit down and talk about the new campaign of Tullamore Dew this St. Paddy's day. "O'Everyone" is a reminder that the blending of cultures, thoughts and Ideas make the world a far more interesting place.Whiskey Neat is a podcast and Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston. You can find the show on iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, Podcast arena...2019-03-1500 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatWhiskey Neat Ep52 Who is Sarah Troxell!?HAPPY 1 yr Anniversary!Local Bar Phenom Sarah Troxell is a Houston Bar Industry wunderkind and is beloved by many all while competing for charity,Recently dominating Regional championships in the Nation Wide Speed Rack Competition.We are rejoined by Elyse Blechman of The Macallan and we discuss what it's like being a woman in a predominately male dominated hobby after being criticized on another Whiskey Show recently. Whiskey Neat is a podcast and Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston.You can find the show on iTunes...2019-03-0800 minWhiskey NeatWhiskey NeatEp 51 Wrestling with Matt Rehwoldt and his love for Whiskey.This week I sit down with Brandon Strange, Head of Digital at Gow Media and WWE Superstar Matt Rehwoldt, AKA Aiden English.Matt runs a whiskey themed IG account called @WrestlingWithWhiskey and is a big fan of the hobby. Whiskey Neat is a podcast and Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston.You can find the show on iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, Podcast arena, IHeart Radio, Spotify, YouTube and Facebook.Or follow us atIG @MyWhiskeyNeat Twitter @MyWhiskeyNeat www.MyWhiskeyNeat.com2019-03-0100 minSmokin\' & Toastin\'Smokin' & Toastin'EP 40: YWante Curry and Kristopher Hart w the 2nd Annual Houston Whiskey SocialEP 40: YWante Curry and Kristopher Hart w the 2nd Annual Houston Whiskey Social by Smokin' & Toastin'2017-05-1100 min