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Fourth & NeatFred Minnick Reacts To His Top 100 Shocker | Are Dinosaurs Real?On January 20, Fred Minnick blind tasted his Top 25 American whiskeys of the year, and No. 4 absolutely stunned and shocked Fred's palate. The owner of that brand, Brother Justus, Phil Steger, joins Fred and Jared Allen this week. Jared also itches a conspiracy theory that Phil was ready for: Are Dinosaurs Real? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2026-01-221h 16
Fourth & NeatFred Minnick Reacts To His Top 100 Shocker | Are Dinosaurs Real?On January 20, Fred Minnick blind tasted his Top 25 American whiskeys of the year, and No. 4 absolutely stunned and shocked Fred's palate. The owner of that brand, Brother Justus, Phil Steger, joins Fred and Jared Allen this week. Jared also itches a conspiracy theory that Phil was ready for: Are Dinosaurs Real? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2026-01-221h 13
Fourth & NeatJared Allen Reacts to Mike Tomlin Firing | Is The NFL Scripted? | Fred Minnick's Top 100 ShockerWhat happened to Mike Tomlin? Pro Football Hall of Famer Jared Allen gives his opinion, while Fred Minnick drops some big news about his annual Top 100. The fellas reminisce about iconic SNL skits, discussing the impact of comedians like Chris Farley and Norm MacDonald, and how modern comedy has shifted towards political commentary. Some new conspiracies drop in this episode and Jared Allen talks about a touchy subject.... is the NFL scripted? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2026-01-1557 min
Fourth & NeatJared Allen Reacts to Mike Tomlin Firing | Is The NFL Scripted? | Fred Minnick's Top 100 ShockerWhat happened to Mike Tomlin? Pro Football Hall of Famer Jared Allen gives his opinion, while Fred Minnick drops some big news about his annual Top 100. The fellas reminisce about iconic SNL skits, discussing the impact of comedians like Chris Farley and Norm MacDonald, and how modern comedy has shifted towards political commentary. Some new conspiracies drop in this episode and Jared Allen talks about a touchy subject.... is the NFL scripted? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2026-01-1553 minFourth & NeatCollege Football's Future | Fred Minnick's Top 100 AnnouncementFred Minnick and Jared Allen discuss leftover pizza, AI kidnappings, college sports and Fred's annual Top 100 American whiskey list.
Takeaways
Fred's family is learning Italian for their trip to Italy.
Leftover pizza can be healthier due to resistant starch.
AI is being used in scams, including virtual kidnappings.
The NCAA is losing control over college sports.
NIL is turning college sports into a professional league.
AI technology is evolving rapidly and unpredictably.
Bourbon tasting requires careful palate management.
The importance of customer service in product delivery.
The challenges of managing bourbon production and storage.
The conversation reflects on the...
2025-12-111h 01Fourth & NeatCollege Football's Future | Fred Minnick's Top 100 AnnouncementFred Minnick and Jared Allen discuss leftover pizza, AI kidnappings, college sports and Fred's annual Top 100 American whiskey list. Takeaways Fred's family is learning Italian for their trip to Italy. Leftover pizza can be healthier due to resistant starch. AI is being used in scams, including virtual kidnappings. The NCAA is losing control over college sports. NIL is turning college sports into a professional league. AI technology is evolving rapidly and unpredictably. Bourbon tasting requires careful palate management. The importance of customer service in product delivery. The challenges of managing bourbon production and storage. The conversation reflects on the changing...
2025-12-1157 min
Fourth & NeatFred Minnick Goes Off On Tulsa King's Awful Bourbon PlotFred Minnick loses it over the bourbon plot in Tulsa King. Jared Allen sits backs and laughs. Jared also recaps the NFL and makes a case for his former teammate Kevin Williams to make the Pro Football Hall of Fame as well as talks about his curling adventures!
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to the Conversation
00:40 Discussion on Tulsa King and Bourbon Accuracy
12:02 Cultural Context of Whiskey in Oklahoma
20:59 NFL Insights and Team Performances
32:27 Hall of Fame Conversations and Player Recognition
44:37 Curling and Personal Ventures
48:13 Closing Thoughts and Reflections Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm...
2025-11-0652 min
Fourth & NeatFred Minnick Goes Off On Tulsa King's Awful Bourbon PlotFred Minnick loses it over the bourbon plot in Tulsa King. Jared Allen sits backs and laughs. Jared also recaps the NFL and makes a case for his former teammate Kevin Williams to make the Pro Football Hall of Fame as well as talks about his curling adventures! Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Conversation 00:40 Discussion on Tulsa King and Bourbon Accuracy 12:02 Cultural Context of Whiskey in Oklahoma 20:59 NFL Insights and Team Performances 32:27 Hall of Fame Conversations and Player Recognition 44:37 Curling and Personal Ventures 48:13 Closing Thoughts and Reflections Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2025-11-0648 min
Fourth & NeatRadioactive Shrimp, Beaver Butt Bourbon and the Minnesota Vikings | Episode 1Would you eat radioactive shrimp or drink beaver gland bourbon?
We talk about these things and more in the inaugural episode of 'Fourth and Neat,' where hosts Fred Minnick and Jared Allen explore a variety of topics ranging from Allen's Hall of Fame experience to the peculiarities of food safety, particularly concerning radioactive shrimp. The conversation flows into the dynamics of the NFL, focusing on the Minnesota Vikings' recent comeback and the importance of team spirit and experience in sports. With humor and authenticity, the hosts engage in a lively discussion that intertwines personal anecdotes with...
2025-09-111h 07
The Fred Minnick ShowRob McElhenney Talks Wrexham, The New Season of It's Always Sunny, Eagles and Four Walls WhiskeyAt Fred Minnick LIVE, the Big Game Celebration in New Orleans in February, Rob McElhenney joined the show to talk his biggest passions and upcoming projects.
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2025-04-2922 min
The Fred Minnick ShowThe Interview: Country Artist Eric Church & Whiskey JYPSICountry music artist Eric Church is the guest on this special edition episode of The Fred Minnick Show presented by BAXUS, along with his partners at Whiskey JYPSI. Church is a Capitol Nashville recording artist who has seven albums to his credit, including several hit singles such as “Guys Like Me,” “Hell on the Heart,” “Drink in My Hand, “Springsteen” and others. During this episode Fred and Eric and the crew talk about their love of making (and drinking) whiskey, music, forming the JYPSI brand, venues, and Fred blends his own JYPSI whiskey for his Club Marzipan.Fred...
2025-04-1647 min
The Fred Minnick ShowThe Interview: Musicians Shane Smith and Bennett BrownOn this episode of The Fred Minnick Show presented by BAXUS, Fred’s guests are Shane Smith and Bennett Brown of the band Shane Smith and the Saints. The Austin, Texas-based band formed in 2011 and has been touring relentlessly ever since. Shane Smith and the Saints have four studio albums to their credit, and they have had their music featured on the hit series, “Yellowstone.” During the episode, they talk about the importance of community, a devastating bus fire, Red Dirt music, Yellowstone and plenty more. Along the way, they sip Woodinville 90 Proof, Larceny B524, Penelope 9 Year Barrel Strength, Vintag...
2025-03-2628 min
The Fred Minnick ShowThe Interview: Country Artist Dani RoseOn this episode of The Fred Minnick Show, Nashville-based country artist and actor Dani Rose joins Fred for a sit-down conversation. Rose has toured around the world, from the Middle East to Africa to the U.S.A., while her songs have been featured on shows like “Yellowstone,” “Roswell” and “True Blood.” Her music also has generated more than a billion views on TikTok. Her latest release is “I Ain’t Living.” On the episode, Dani and Fred discuss stagewear, wrestling moves, the Brawny Paper Towel guy, cloning and . They also sipped whiskey, including Elijah Craig Toasted Rye, Hard Truth Double Oak...
2025-03-1842 min
The Fred Minnick ShowThe Interview: Country Artist Drew HolcombThis week on The Fred Minnick Show presented by BAXUS, Fred’s guest is country music artist Drew Holcomb. Holcomb is an artist who, with his band the Neighbors, has released multiple albums, beginning with 2005’s Washed in Blue. He and his wife Ellie recently released a single titled, “Memory Bank.” During the show, they talk about music, songwriting, backstage menus, grief, the long, lost Heaven Hill 6-year and more, all while sipping Sweetens Cove 2022, New Riff 8-Year Rye, a Club Marzipan barrel pick from Woodinville, Willett 10-Year Barrel Pick, Parker’s Heritage of Hope and a mystery whiskey.
2025-03-1134 min
FractionalKim Minnick: Stop acting like human resources, act like a businessSend a textToday we're joined by Kim Minnick, Fractional People Leader, FPP Community Lead, Founder at Code Traveler HR, and Podcast host at Journey Lines. In this episode, which is part 2 of our collaboration with the Fractional People People Community, we dove into the whims and woes of social media and how to create and post online with effectiveness toward building a brand. We also talked about building in public, the reality of failure, and finding connection when you're struggling. As a wrapup, we asked Kim to define fractional, where it...
2025-03-0552 min
The Fred Minnick ShowThe Interview: Singer-Songwriter Brittney SpencerThis week on The Fred Minnick Show presented by BAXUS, Fred's guest is country singer-songwriter Brittney Spencer. The Baltimore native had a viral video of her cover of "Crowded Table," and then released her first EP, Compassion, in 2020. She has since released several more singles, including "Sober & Skinny" and "More Than Perfect." Last year, she released her debut full-length album, My Stupid Life, on the Elektra label. During the show, Brittney and Fred discuss Baltimore sports, crab cakes, Covid, Brittney's viral moment, love of music, Beyonce and much more. As always, Fred and his guest taste whiskeys along the...
2025-03-0439 min
The Fred Minnick ShowThe Interview: Singer Danielle BradberyIn this episode of The Fred Minnick Show presented by BAXUS, Fred is joined by pop country singer Danielle Bradbery. Bradbery got her start when she won Season 4 of NBC show "The Voice" back in 2013, which propelled her into a recording and performing career. She has since released three albums, including 2024's Danielle. She also has released numerous singles and collaborated with artists such as Zac Brown and Jordan Davis. During this interview, Fred and Danielle discuss drinking whiskey on the road, songwriting, handling fame, strong women, mental health, belt buckles and more -- all while they taste Michter's...
2025-02-2539 min
The Fred Minnick ShowTalking College Wrestling on Big 12 Radio on TuneInHappening this Sunday is the Oklahoma (#2) and Iowa (#3) dual in Iowa. Fred previews it on Big 12 Radio on TuneIn and talks about college wrestling in general.SHOW SPONSORSBAXUS (use code FRED25 for $25 off first purchase): https://baxus.co/?utm_source=FredMinnick.com&utm_medium=FredMinnick.com&utm_campaign=FredMinnick.comCR Citrus: https://crcitrus.comOfficial Glassware of The Fred Minnick Show, Viski: https://viski.com/discount/FRED20Luxco: https://www.luxco.comMichter's: https://michters.com
2025-02-2119 min
The Fred Minnick ShowThe Interview: Pitmaster Pat MartinOn this episode of The Fred Minnick Show presented by BAXUS, Fred's guest is pitmaster icon Pat Martin. Martin founded Martin's Bar-B-Que Joint in Nolensville, Tennessee, in 2006, focusing on West Tennessee-style whole hog barbecue. During the episode, Fred and Pat pair whiskey with all sorts of barbecue, from wings to brisket, while talking about how Martin got into barbecuing, hogs, the art of making brisket, Marines, candy and more. Along the way, they pair the protein up with Hard Truth Sweet Mash Rye, Jack Daniel's Twice Barreled Rye, Michter's 10 Year Rye, Russell's Reserve 9 Year Barrel Pick, Buffalo Trace Prohibition...
2025-02-1833 min
The Fred Minnick ShowThe Interview: Musician Dierks BentleyOn this episode of The Fred Minnick Show Presented by BAXUS, Fred is joined by singer-songwriter Dierks Bentley. Bentley has charted nearly 30 songs over the course of his career, and his 2005 album Modern Day Drifter was certified Platinum. During the show, Fred and Dierks talk about Bridgestone Arena, a little distilling history, getting pseudo-banned from the Grand Ole Opry, whiskey marketing, Nashville and more. During the conversation, they taste Bentley's whiskey brand Row 94, Michter's Rye, Yellowstone Single Malt, Woodinville Founders Find, vintage Four Roses, a Willett Barrel Pick and Eagle Rare 25 Year.SHOW SPONSORS
2025-02-1141 min
The Fred Minnick ShowThe Interview: Former NFL Star Jared AllenOn this episode of The Fred Minnick Show Presented by BAXUS, Fred is joined by former NFL star Jared Allen. Allen spent 12 seasons as a defensive end for the Kansas City Chiefs, Minnesota Vikings and Carolina Panthers, racking up 136 sacks and earning four All-Pro honors. During this episode, Jared and Fred discuss topics such as recent changes in the NFL, fake food, jiu jitsu (and getting choked unconscious), marzipan, tasting notes and plenty more. During the conversation, they sip Michter's American Whiskey, Woodinville Sauternes Finish, Hard Truth Sweet Mash Wheated Bottled in Bond, a BAXUS barrel pick and the...
2025-02-0548 min
The Fred Minnick ShowThe Interview: Country Artist Hannah DasherOn this episode of The Fred Minnick Show presented by Baxus, Fred's guest is country music artist and TikTok creator Hannah Dasher. The singer/songwriter has opened for Hank Williams Jr., Lynyrd Skynyrd and The Cadillac Three as she continues to tour the country performing. Hannah sits down with Fred on this episode and talks wigs, Waylon Jennings, Bass Pro Shop, her new song and more. During the conversation, Hannah and Fred sip Michter's US-1, vintage Jack Daniel's from the 1970s, Bhakta Indian whisky, a 25-year single malt that wasn't good and a 28-year-old Obtanium Canadian whisky.
2025-01-2825 min
The Fred Minnick ShowThe Interview: Country Artist Jordan DavisThe guest on this new episode of The Fred Minnick Show Presented by BAXUS is country music artist Jordan Davis. The Louisiana-born singer-songwriter debuted in 2017 with the single, "Singles You Up," and he has since released multiple other singles along with two albums for Universal Music Group Nashville, including his latest, Bluebird Days. On this episode, Fred and Jordan talk touring war stories, lessons learned, musical influences and Fred destroys a bottle live on the air. During the conversation, they toast with Hard Truth Sweet Mash Rye, Woodinville Sauturnes Cash Finished, Club Marzipan Barrel Pick from Missouri, Michter's 2020 25 Year...
2025-01-2127 min
The Fred Minnick ShowThe Interview: Dan GableIn his second interview on The Fred Minnick Show Presented by BAXUS, wrestling icon Dan Gable talks about being a wrestling parent, his 1997 Iowa team, now NIL is impacting the sport and what it's like being an ambassador for the sport that has some real problems.SHOW SPONSORSBAXUS: https://baxus.co/?utm_source=FredMinnick.com&utm_medium=FredMinnick.com&utm_campaign=FredMinnick.comCR Citrus: https://crcitrus.comOfficial Glassware of The Fred Minnick Show, Viski: https://viski.com/discount/FRED20Luxco: https://www.luxco...
2024-12-3153 min
The Fred Minnick ShowLive Bourbon Tasting: Penelope 11 Year Wheat, Still Austin Tanager, Frank August Case Study 4 & MoreListen to this playback of Fred Minnick doing a pre-Top 100 tasting of 2024 whiskey releases, including Penelope 11-Year Wheat, Still Austin Tanager, Frank August Case Study 4 and others.Join Fred's Whiskey Club: https://www.patreon.com/FredMinnickSHOW SPONSORSBAXUS: https://www.baxus.coCR Citrus: https://crcitrus.comOfficial Glassware of The Fred Minnick Show, Viski: https://viski.com/discount/FRED20Luxco: https://www.luxco.comMichter's: https://michters.comWoodinville: https://woodinvillewhiskeyco.comThe...
2024-12-151h 21
The Fred Minnick ShowThe Interview: Comedian Carlos MenciaFred sits down with iconic comedian Carlos Mencia, who opens up about his career and how much it means to him to sip rare whiskey. On The Fred Minnick Show Presented by BAXUS, they sip Woodinville, Longmorn, Michter's and Glassglaugh 46 year.Join Fred's Whiskey Club: https://www.patreon.com/FredMinnickSHOW SPONSORSBAXUS: https://www.baxus.coCR Citrus: https://crcitrus.comOfficial Glassware of The Fred Minnick Show, Viski: https://viski.com/discount/FRED20Luxco: https://www.luxco.com
2024-12-1321 min
The Fred Minnick ShowThe Interview: Comedian Andy RichterComedian Andy Richter is the guest on this episode of the Fred Minnick Show, presented by BAXUS. Richter is well known as being the sidekick to late night host Conan O’Brien for many years. He also was writer and producer of the show “Andy Richter Controls the Universe” in the early 2000s. In addition to having several television acting credits, Richter now hosts his own podcast, The Three Questions with Andy Richter on the Earwolf Network. During this episode, Andy and Fred enjoy a Kentucky Colonel cocktail and also cover many subjects, including Donald Trump’s hands, “lazy” comedians, m...
2024-11-2849 min
The Fred Minnick ShowThe Interview: Figure Skater Scott HamiltonFormer Olympic figure skater Scott Hamilton is the guest on this episode of The Fred Minnick Show, which is presented as always by BAXUS. Hamilton won a gold medal at the 1984 Winter Olympics and also won four consecutive U.S. Championships from 1981-1984. Since retiring from skating, he has authored three books. In this episode Fred and Scott discuss mocktails, his rise to Olympic gold and helping to raise awareness for men’s figure skating, being successful, his cancer foundation and Nov. 24 benefit in Nashville and more. They also taste Kentucky 74 non-alcoholic whiskey.Join Fr...
2024-11-2026 minThe Fred Minnick ShowGet The Inside Scoop: Derek Trucks' Exclusive Interview And AWP Whiskey Secrets Revealed!Joining The Fred Minnick Show LIVE at Bourbon & Beyond, Derek Trucks launches his whiskey brand--ASS Pocket Whiskey--and reveals some juicy secrets about his career and whiskey..SHOW SPONSORSBAXUS: https://www.baxus.coCR Citrus: https://crcitrus.comOfficial Glassware of The Fred Minnick Show, Viski: https://viski.com/discount/FRED20Luxco: https://www.luxco.comMichter's: https://michters.comWoodinville: https://woodinvillewhiskeyco.comThe American Spirits Council of Tasters: https://ascotawards.comUse Promo code FRED20 for 20% off the Viski...
2024-10-3024 min
The Fred Minnick ShowThe Interview: Musician Gavin RossdaleMusician Gavin Rossdale, best known as the lead singer of British band Bush, joins Fred on this episode of The Fred Minnick Show. Following Bush's split in 2002, Rossdale became lead singer of Institute, followed by a solo career. In 2013, he received the British Academy's Ivor Novello Award for International Achievement. Bush has since reunited to tour and record multiple albums, with a new album on the way. On this episode, Gavin and Fred discuss tast mindfulness, mental health, album covers, Gavin's forthcoming interview show and plenty more. Along the way, they sip -- sometimes with ice -- Calumet Farms 16...
2024-10-2446 min
The Fred Minnick ShowThe Interview: Actor Glenn HowertonActor Glenn Howerton sits in with Fred on the latest episode of The Fred Minnick Show. Howerton is well known for his portrayal of Dennis Reynolds in "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia," as well as his starring role in the 2023 film "Blackberry." He also is co-founder of Four Walls Whiskey, a brand he created with "Always Sunny" co-stars Rob McElhenney and Charlie Day. In the episode, Fred and Howerton not only sip multiple Four Walls expressions, they finish up with a rare 1992 Blanton's. Along the way, the touch on a number of topics, from Howerton's role in "Blackberry" (and...
2024-10-0342 min
The Fred Minnick ShowThe Interview: Barbecue Pitmaster Burt BakmanPitmaster Burt Bakman, founder of L.A. restaurant SLAB, joins Fred Minnick on this episode of The Fred Minnick Show. The Israeli-born chef passionately delivers what he refers to as the holy trinity of Central Texas barbecue: ribs, brisket, links and more. Together, Burt and Fred pair samples of barbecue with Michter's 10-Year, Kings County 7-Year and more. Along the way, they discuss barbecue, cooking at the White House, the influence of enslaved people on modern whiskey and cuisine, and plenty more.Join Fred's Whiskey Club: https://www.patreon.com/FredMinnick
2024-09-1934 min
The Fred Minnick ShowThe Interview: Eric Ladin, Part 2Fred’s guest on this episode of The Fred Minnick Show is actor Eric Ladin, back for a second round of conversation and whiskey-sipping. Ladin is known for his roles on Mad Men, Boardwalk Empire, American Sniper and many more. During the interview, they talk about music, Venmo strategy, spleens, Clint Eastwood and entertainment residuals, and Fred confesses his hatred for golf. Along the way, they sip on Blackened x Rabbit Hole bourbon, 1992 Blanton’s and more.Join Fred's Whiskey Club: https://www.patreon.com/FredMinnickSHOW SPONSORSBA...
2024-09-0533 min
The Fred Minnick ShowThe Interview: Eric LadinFred’s guest on this week’s episode of The Fred Minnick Show is actor Eric Ladin, known for his roles on Mad Men, Boardwalk Empire, American Sniper and many more. The episode culminates in a taste-off between Weller Millennium and Michter's 25-Year.Join Fred's Whiskey Club: https://www.patreon.com/FredMinnickSHOW SPONSORSBAXUS: https://www.baxus.coCR Citrus: https://crcitrus.comOfficial Glassware of The Fred Minnick Show, Viski: https://viski.com/discount/FRED20Luxco: https://www.luxco.com
2024-08-2136 min
The Fred Minnick ShowThe Interview: Ian SomerhalderIan Somerhalder returns to The Fred Minnick Show Presented by BAXUS: (https://www.baxus.co) to drink rare whiskey and discuss his acting career. Has he officially retired? Plus, they drink one of Fred's all-time favorite bourbons.Join Fred's Whiskey Club: https://www.patreon.com/FredMinnickSHOW SPONSORSBAXUS: https://www.baxus.coCR Citrus: https://crcitrus.comOfficial Glassware of The Fred Minnick Show, Viski: https://viski.com/discount/FRED20Luxco: https://www.luxco.comMichter's: https://michters...
2024-08-1528 min
The Fred Minnick ShowThe Interview: YelawolfYelawolf returns to The Fred Minnick Show Presented by BAXUS to discuss the time a country artist "dissed" him in a song and how his last rock album influenced his latest rap album.Join Fred's Whiskey Club: https://www.patreon.com/FredMinnickSHOW SPONSORSBAXUS: https://www.baxus.coCR Citrus: https://crcitrus.comOfficial Glassware of The Fred Minnick Show, Viski: https://viski.com/discount/FRED20Luxco: https://www.luxco.comMichter's: https://michters.comWoodinville: https://woodinvillewhiskeyco.comThe...
2024-07-2450 minThe Fred Minnick ShowAustralian Rock Band Airbourne Learns About Bourbon Taters | Blanton'sAustralian rock band members Joel O'Keeffe ( lead vocals, lead guitar) and Ryan O'Keeffe (drums, percussion) join Fred backstage at Louder Than Life for a crazy good time. Over the course of 30 minutes, the brothers, who are avid bourbon fans, learn about the bourbon culture, including what a tater means and how marketing deceives consumers. They're in the middle of a tour, but recruit Fred to start a bourbon with them. WARNING: Lots of Curse words.
What they taste
Blanton's Barrel Pick
Blue Note, a Fred Minnick barrel pick
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2022-11-0242 minThe Fred Minnick ShowAustralian Rock Band Airbourne Learns About Bourbon Taters | Blanton'sAustralian rock band members Joel O'Keeffe ( lead vocals, lead guitar) and Ryan O'Keeffe (drums, percussion) join Fred backstage at Louder Than Life for a crazy good time. Over the course of 30 minutes, the brothers, who are avid bourbon fans, learn about the bourbon culture, including what a tater means and how marketing deceives consumers. They're in the middle of a tour, but recruit Fred to start a bourbon with them. WARNING: Lots of Curse words.
What they taste
Blanton's Barrel Pick
Blue Note, a Fred Minnick barrel pick
Learn More about A...
2022-11-0242 min
The Fred Minnick ShowYelawolf Returns | Transitioning From Rap to Rock | 18-Year Rye + Romeo y Julieta Reserva RealPrevious guest Yelawolf joins the show to taste his latest whiskey, an 18-year rye, and smoke a tasty Cigar with Fred. The interview takes place at the Red Phone Booth in Nashville with a guest appearance from a mythical creature.
Since his last appearance on The Fred Min nick Show, he's been busy, releasing the 'Sometimes Y' album with Shooter Jennings and booking gigs at The Ryman and with Leonard Skynard. Yelawolf talks about this rapid growth, his transition to rock and is patented / unrelenting work ethic.
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2022-09-121h 01The Fred Minnick ShowGWAR Returns | Catoctin Creek TastingWhen @GWAR launched their whiskey collaboration last year, Fred feared for his life, as he tasted their whiskey. If he didn't like it, they may have eaten him and sent his corpse to Antarctica. But he was spared.
Their second batch with Catoctin Creek is out now, and he reviews it before the mighty BERSERKER BLÓTHAR, BÄLSÄC THE JAWS 'O DEATH and JIZMAK DA GUSHA. Will he survive this round?Merch, including official The Fred Minnick Show Glencairn: https://shop.podcastone.com/collections/the-fred-minnick-showBecome a YouTube Member: https://www.you...
2022-08-0734 minThe Fred Minnick ShowPrivate Jets, Movie Sets and Treats | Inside the World of a Celebrity Dog Trainer | Proof & Wood 18 Year WhiskeyCelebrity dog trainer Ali Hemyari of Nashville K9 sips some bourbon and talks about what it's like handling famous dogs, training them for the movies and how he manages a company that has a private plane just for the pups. He also answers: What is the best breed for a family? Along with many training tidbits for you dog lovers at home.
On the tasting menu: Glass A) Penelope 4 Grain; Glass B) Chicken Cock 20 Year Canadian Rye; and Glass C) Proof & Wood 18 year.
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2022-08-0155 minThe Fred Minnick ShowWho Makes the Best Barbecue? Austin Meade Discusses Time on the Road + Blind Whiskey TastingAlternative rocker Austin Meade joins the show to discuss his musical genre, learns how to taste whiskey and opines on his favorite barbecue spot in Texas.
The blind tasting: Glass A) Proof & Wood American Blend. Glass B) McBrayer; and Glass C) 21 year Chicken Cock Canadian RyeSubscribe to Fred Minnick's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyE_GJtYr3yowks2iv1o4jg?view_as=subscriberMerch, including official The Fred Minnick Show Glencairn: https://shop.podcastone.com/collections/the-fred-minnick-showBecome a YouTube Member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyE...
2022-07-251h 01The Fred Minnick ShowBreaking News: NFL Network's Ian Rapoport Puts His Phone Down for BourbonHow is bourbon treated in the NFL?
Joining The Fred Minnick Show , NFL Network reporter Ian Rapoport shares how America's spirit is shared and treated in the world's greatest league over sipping a few bourbons. Rapoport opens up about what it's like covering the country's most popular sport and his wife shows off her tasting skills.
Rapoport is a reporter for NFL Network, covering league business, player news and more. He is best known for breaking stories about the NFL world. He previously had covered Alabama football and was a beat reporter covering...
2022-07-181h 00
The Fred Minnick ShowIs That Body Spray You Taste In Bourbon? Guest: Comedian Natalie CuomoHave you ever tasted Axe Body Spray in a whiskey? Well, that's the subject great debate in this week's episode.
This week’s guest is stand-up comedian Natalie Cuomo who, in addition to doing stand-up, is also host of the podcast “Help! With Natalie Cuomo.” Formally trained as an actor, she currently hosts a weekly comedy show at The Stand Comedy Club in New York. A tattoo enthusiast, she also is a regular contributor to Inked Magazine. She joins the Fred Minnick Show this week to blind taste three bourbons and talk show business, tattoos, gaming and more.
2022-07-1153 min
The Fred Minnick ShowIan Somerhalder | The Best Celebrity Palate | 1942 Old Timbrook 5-Year Kentucky Straight BourbonOver the years, Fred Minnick has tasted with hundreds of celebrities and notable humans. And while he's discovered many fine tasters, in this week's interview on The Fred Minnick Show, Ian Somerhalder jumps to the top spot on the list of Fred's "Best Celebrity Tasters." Ian breaks down whiskey like a pro, because, well, he is one.
The Vampire Diaries and LOST star talks about his latest project--Brother's Bond--and blind tastes a pair of stunning vintage bourbons. 1943 Glencoe Kentucky Straight Bourbon and 1942 Old Timbrook.
In the blind tasting, Glass A) Old Forester 1897. Glass B) Glencoe d...
2022-05-021h 43
The Fred Minnick ShowThe Aromatic Note of 'Dirty Feet' | Candace Devine Singer of Ponderosa Grove and producer of the upcoming Pure Imagination Festival in her hometown of Prescott, Arizona, Candace Devine loves whiskey and today, she brings her palate to the dance of tasting on the podcast. She broke down the lineup, bringing forth notes reanging from "fig and raison" to "oak and sour." She talks about her current tour with Tedeschi Trucks Band, and Fred somehow tells a story about the time he passed out next to homeless people in New Orleans.
Get to know Candace Devine
A songwriter on the Grammy-nominated Wild Heart by Mi...
2022-04-1853 min
The Fred Minnick Show'Rock and Roll is Cocaine & Hookers' | Kevin Martin of Candlebox Interview | Eagle Rare 17 YearKevin Martin of Candlebox sips on some 291, Michter's Cask Strength, Smoke Wagon Rare & Limited, Wild Turkey One and Eagle Rare 17 Year Old. Over drinks, Kevin talks about his favorite bands to hang out with at festivals and gets into the stories of 1990s rock. But it's when Kevin shares a personal Julian Van Winkle story, that you can see Kevin's really a whiskey nerd, even if he admits country music lends itself more for a band to start a whiskey than a rock band. He notes that fans want to see people's music not the band's face on a...
2022-04-111h 01
The Fred Minnick ShowDoes Proof Matter in Cocktails? | Black Manhattan | Heather WibbelsWhen sipping cocktails, sometmes you'll notice a little more booze, pending how much the bartender put in there. But when it comes to flavor and balance, how much does proof matter? Author of the upcoming book, "Bourbon is My Comfort Food ," Heather Wibbels joins the show and makes one of my favorite cocktails--The Black Manhattan. And you can try this, too, just use the bourbons below and the recipe to find out!
Black Manhattan
2 oz bourbon or rye
1 oz Foro Amaro
3 dashes bitters (Woodford Reserve Sorghum and Sassafras)
Whiskeys w...
2022-04-0457 min
The Fred Minnick ShowMatisyahu | Coffee Tasting | The Story of 'Vegan Chef Jack' on TourUpcoming Shows
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I will never forget my introduction to Matisyahu. The year was 2007, I was soon to be married and I was trying to figure out my life post Iraq. I remember a lot of random things from this year, including this moment. Jimmy Kimmel looked into the camera and said: “Our next guest is the most popular Jewish rapper since MC Hammer…. from Brooklyn, New York. welcome Hasidic hip hop reggae of Matisyahu.”
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2022-03-2154 minThe Fred Minnick ShowJackie Summers | Rye Whiskey Blind Flight: Catoctin Creek, Cascade Moon 13 Year, New Riff, Old Forester and Whiskey AcresThis week on The Fred Minnick Show, veteran spirits professional Jackie Summers, owner of Sorel liqueur, brings his talents to the show. He and I go back a decade or so, and I've watched him grow into an industry leader. But I do not think he's ever gotten enough credit for his palate. Today, he shows off his affection for rye and lasers in on a mutual favorite--hint. It's New Riff Bottled in Bond.
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2022-02-2850 minThe Fred Minnick ShowNFL Network | Mike Garafolo | Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Single BarrelWhat's it like covering the NFL? This week, we talked to one of the most connected NFL reporters--Mike Garafolo, a big bourbon fan. Garafolo once choked down George T. Stagg. Now, he nurses rare bourbons. Today, we taste Glass A: Remus Repeal Reserve. Glass B: Rabbit Hole Raceking Limited Edition; and Glass C) Elijah Craig Single Barrel Barrel Proof, a private selection of Hook & Hoof.
About Mike Garafolo
Mike Garafolo joined NFL Media in 2016 as a reporter. He contributes to all NFL Media platforms, including NFL Network, NFL.com and NFL Now.
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2022-02-211h 00The Fred Minnick ShowAmos Lee Tastes Bourbon For First Time In A Decade | New Album 'Dreamland'Singer songwriter Amos Lee has been on a whiskey break for health reasons. While he's continued to imbibe with wine and other spirits, whiskey, he was told, to stay away from. Today, the soulful artist blind tastes three whiskeys-- A) Angel's Envy Rye; B) Liberty Pole Corn Whiskey; and C) Larceny Barrel Proof C921.
In addition, Amos and Fred talk about their mutual experiences with depression and seeking mental health help. The show is a long one, which often happens when two friends catch up.
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2022-02-141h 44The Fred Minnick ShowRuss Smith, aka 'Russdiculous' | Blind Bourbons: Smoke Wagon, Rabbit Hole, Four Roses, Maker's 46 & Four GateBest known for winning the 2013 NCAA Basketball tournament with University of Louisville and holding multiple college and pro records, Russ Smith joins the show and blind tastes an assortment of very good bourbon. Fred and Russ blindly taste:
Maker's Mark 46, Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, Barrel Finished with 10 French Oak Staves
Rabbit Hole Starlino, Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey Finished in Vermouth Casks
Four Gate Private Select, Limited Release, Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Finished in a Toasted Cask
Smoke Wagon Rare and Limited Straight Bourbon Whiskey, NV
Four Roses Private Select, SIngle Barrel, Barrel Strength - by Lincoln Road
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2022-02-071h 02The Fred Minnick ShowMichael Myers: From photographing Angelina Jolie to Colorado WhiskeyOn this week's podcast, 291 owner Michael Myers and bar owner Lucas Frye join the show. The trio blind taste three 291 products. What will be their favorite?
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2022-01-3142 minThe Fred Minnick ShowWhat Does $30,000 Whisky Taste Like?Glen Grant master distiller Dennis Malcom joins the show to share a dram of his 60-year Single Malt. This is among the best things Fred's tasted on air.
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2022-01-1739 minThe Fred Minnick ShowA Look Back on 2021 With Special Guest--My WifeMy wife, Dr. Jaclyn Engelsher, joins the show to talk about her favorite episodes of 2021 and her longtime crush, whom she apparently wants me to book for an upcoming show. We play clips of our favorite episodes: BReal, Peyton Manning and more.
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2022-01-1045 minThe Fred Minnick ShowHappy New Year: How To Cure Your HangoverHappy New Year, everybody. If you drank too much last night, these cure alls might do the trick!
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2022-01-0121 minThe Fred Minnick ShowThe State of Coffee with The Founder of Nguyen Coffee SupplyThere is no bourbon in this episode. But coffee founder Sahra Nguyen, 35, teaches Fred how to taste coffee like a pro and discusses the state of the coffee business and how she is bringing back Vietnamese coffee beans.
Nguyen is successfully transforming coffee culture with a focus on diversity, inclusion and sustainability. She launched Nguyen Coffee Supply in 2018 in Brooklyn, NY. It's the first specialty coffee company in the U.S to celebrate, champion and import beans directly from family-owned coffee farmers in Vietnam—the second largest coffee producer in the world—roasting 'single-origin' clean and organic beans prized by coff...
2021-12-2354 minThe Fred Minnick ShowQueen of Christmas Music: 'I haven't had a drink if 5 years.' So, I Sent Her Bourbon.Elizabeth Chan is the Queen of Christmas Music. She writes, sings and thinks about it year round. She's had seven songs hit the Billboard Top 30, all Christmas music. She's also not had a drink in five years. Elizabeth explains why in the show and Fred sent her some yummy bourbons. We talk religion, Christmas music, bourbon and much more.
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The Fred Minnick ShowTasting the 2021 Angel's Envy Cask Strength with Clay RisenFred's longtime friend and fellow whiskey author Clay Risen joins the show to talk about life at the New York Times, where he works as an obituary editor, and his new book--Bourbon: The Story of Kentucky Whiskey. They taste a different flight, but have one in common--Angel's Envy Cask Strength.
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2021-12-121h 13The Fred Minnick ShowCountry Icon Clay Walker Opens Up About MS, Religion and His Love for Good BourbonCountry music star Clay Walker kicks back in his wine cellar and pours himself Michter's 10 Year, 291 Colorado Rye Whiskey and Seelbach's Bourbon. Fred and Clay talk about the impact of music on Fred's life, including a Clay Walker show he saw in his teenage years. They talked about the FFA, Rodeos, fallen friends, multiple sclerosis (Clay was diagnosed at 26) and upcoming shows, including a CMT appearance.
Clay Walker by the Numbers
- 11 No. 1 singles
- 39 songs on the Billboard charts
- four RIAA PLATINUM albums
- two Certified GOLD albums
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2021-12-061h 12The Fred Minnick ShowHoliday Gift Guide: You'll Never Guess What is No. 1Fred takes a look at all the possible gifts to get a bourbon drinker, but also exposes things that bourbon drinkers definitely do not want. His list includes non-bourbon spirits and 5 bourbons that likely are not on your radar.
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2021-11-2636 minThe Fred Minnick ShowB-Real Pairs Weed to Bourbon | That One Time Bruce Willis Toked | Barrell SeagrassHiphop icon BReal of Cypress Hill does something nobody has before on The Fred Minnick Show: He lights up and pairs rare bourbon to cannabis. Over an hour, they tasted 291 Colorado whiskey, Michter's 10 Year, 1970s Jim Beam Beam White Label, Barrell Seagrass and Bardstown Bourbon Company Fusion Series.
They talked about BReal's career, his new video game and celebrities who smoke as well as break down the rich pairing notes of weed and whiskey.
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2021-11-221h 08The Fred Minnick ShowHoundmouth's Matt Myers Considered Quitting | Arby's Gotta Vodka? | Spirits of French LickWith their new album, "Good For You," hitting streaming services now and jumping in the tour van, Houndmouth's Matt Myers joins the show to talk about the band's last couple years. They talk Arby's vodka, how Matt nearly gave up his singing career and more over Spirits of French Lick's latest, St Lucian Distillers Chairmans Reserve, Dettling 6 year, and Beam's 15 year Legacy.
This episode was recorded in front of a live studio audience.
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2021-11-1449 min
The Fred Minnick ShowWhiskey Myers Starts a Bourbon | Michter's Toasted Tasting | Who Died In Yellowstone?Award winning country band Whiskey Myers joins The Fred Minnick Show and gets an education on bourbon. But they flip the script and have some big news to share: They're starting a bourbon.
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01:00 Why the whole band isn't on the zoom
02:15 Treaty Oak interview about Whiskey Myers Collaboration
09:05 Bottle photo of Red Handed Whiskey from Whiskey Myers
09:42 Rundown of what's being tasted
11:00 Michter's Toasted Tasting
12:53 Lead singer Cody Cannon debates sipping bourbon with a dip in
18:58 Fred reveals his rivalry against Oklahoma Sooners and Texas Longhorns
21:42 Fred discusses his love for Whiskey Myers music
22:00 Would Whiskey Myers Play Free Bird?
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2021-10-181h 11The Fred Minnick ShowNFL Legend Terry Bradshaw Finds New Home in BourbonOn this episode of The Fred Minnick Show, Fred is joined by Terry Bradshaw, the legendary NFL quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers. In his 14 seasons in the league, Bradshaw helped lead the Steelers to four Super Bowl wins in a career that would lead him to induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1989. Since 1994, Bradshaw has been an NFL analyst on Fox NFL Sunday. On the show, Fred and Terry sip some whiskey and talk about many things, from Bradshaw's brand of bourbon to his football career and plenty more.
Whiskeys tasted:
Bradshaw Bourbon Batch 2 (10:15)
Bradshaw Rye (25:51)
Old...
2021-06-281h 34The Fred Minnick ShowBailey Bryan Talks New Album 'Fresh Start,' Sips Whiskey From a BowlOn this episode of The Fred Minnick Show, singer-songwriter Bailey Bryan joins Fred for conversation and whiskey sipping. Bryan, who was named an "Artist of Tomorrow" at the 2016 Grammys, drops her new album Fresh Start this week, and that was a big part of the conversation. They also rapped about surviving the covid pandemic, staying creative in the face of uncertainty, her first song, her evolving influences, learning about bourbon, sipping whiskey from a bowl and plenty more. Enjoy!
Whiskeys tasted:
Kuiper Belt 8 Year Kentucky Bourbon (4:03)
Westland American Single Malt 2015 Barrel Pick (18:44)
Wyoming Whiskey National Parks Limited Edition Bourbon (31:49)
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2021-05-0445 minThe Fred Minnick Show'Grilling God' Derek Wolf Fires Up the Meats and WhiskeyOn this episode of The Fred Minnick Show, chef and author Derek Wolf brings the fire - the cooking fire, that is. He and Fred dive into Derek's new book, "Over the Fire Cooking," sip bourbon and enjoy some lively conversation. Along the way, they hit on topics like pairing whiskey to grilled meats, being a grilling god, cooking on an open fire and types of woods best for attaining "clean smoke." Grab some grilled meat and a bourbon and join them.
Whiskeys tasted:
Maker's Mark Private Selection USO Warrior Spirit (6:44)
Nashville Barrel Co. Small Batch Rye (27: 27)
Elijah Craig Barrel...
2021-04-271h 16The Fred Minnick ShowOld Forester's Jackie ZykanOn the latest episode of The Fred Minnick Show, Jackie Zykan, Master Taster at Old Forester, joins Fred to sip and talk whiskey. During their 43-minute session, they talk about their shared love of music and how it is both different and similar to whiskey. In addition, at one point they disagree about the finish of a certain Old Forester bourbon they taste. Finally, Jackie's dog Ingo joins the party to liven things up a bit.
Whiskeys tasted:
Old Forester "L-House Roulette No. 1" (20:02)
Barrell Jamaican Rum (29:18)
EPISODE SUMMARY
Fred and Jackie hit on several topics, like:
Since Ingo is in...
2021-04-2148 minThe Fred Minnick Show'The Hangover' Executive Producer Bill Fay Talks Movie Business and Falls in Love With Rare BourbonsOn this episode of The Fred Minnick Show, film producer Bill Fay is the guest, stopping in to talk with Fred over a round of whiskey. Fay has a long resume in the film industry with more than 30 credits, and is perhaps best known for his work on the films The Hangover (2009), 300 (2006) and Independence Day (1996). During the interview, they talk about filmmaking in general, experiences on specific films he produced, how the pandemic will affect the movie industry going forward, whiskey (of course) and much more.
Whiskeys tasted:
Eagle Rare 10 Year (14:37)
Henry McKenna Bottled in Bond 10 Year (26:58)
Michter's 10 Year Bourbon (33:27)
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2021-03-231h 33The Fred Minnick ShowRising Country Singer Parker Graye Talks Breakups, Maker's Mark & Bulleit, Writing, Learns She Loves RumThis time on The Fred Minnick Show, Parker Graye, an ascending country singer-songwriter from Vancouver, British Columbia. Parker released her debut single, "Do Over," in September 2020 and received 25,000 downloads in the first five weeks of its release. The fun-loving artist was subsequently named "Next Big Thing" by Country Music Television's Casey Clarke. During her visit with Fred, they talk about Cross Fit, journalism, relationships, whiskey and more.
Whiskeys tasted:
Maker's Mark (23:42)
Bulleit Bourbon (33:09)
Appleton Jamaican Rum (47:02)
EPISODE SUMMARY
Fred and Parker get into a number of topics, such as:
Fred has heard the term "six-pack," referring to toned abs. On...
2021-03-091h 00The Fred Minnick ShowBONUS: New Riff Bourbon Barrel PickFred picks a barrel of New Riff. Subscribe to Fred Minnick's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyE_GJtYr3yowks2iv1o4jg?view_as=subscriber
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2021-03-051h 03The Fred Minnick ShowSolo Act: My First Concert, A Surprise Bourbon of 2020 and MoreOn the new episode of The Fred Minnick Show, Fred takes a different course. Rather than a one-to-one interview with another person, he asked his YouTube members to ask him questions they seek answers to. Most of those questions were about bourbon, whiskey, distilling and music, but some veered into other territories. Hold on to your hats.
EPISODE SUMMARY
You get to hear Fred's answer to these (and other) YouTube member questions:
What would be your go-to album and bourbon pairing to relax after a long day?
What kind of music do you like?
What is the first real concert...
2021-03-0220 minThe Fred Minnick ShowTelecom Mogul Freddie Figgers Talks Inventions, Tech Over WhiskeyOn this edition of The Fred Minnick Show, inventor/entrepreneur Freddie Figgers joins Fred. Figgers is the founder of Figgers Communications, a company that provides cell phone service to neaerly 100 countries, from China to South America, and also specializes in rural areas of America that have subpar or no cell service, and a holder of many patents. On the show, he and Fred talk about Freddie's inventions, his tech prowess, his company, his charitable foundation and plenty more. And, of course, Fred has him sipping some select whiskey.
Whiskeys tasted:
Lucky 7 Jokester (16:31)
Lot 40 Canadian Rye Whiskey (30:03)
Wilderness Trail 6 Year Old...
2021-02-1645 minThe Fred Minnick ShowNew Lifestyle Spirits Brand Billionaires Row Meets the 1996 Chicago BullsOn this episode of The Fred Minnick Show, Fred talks with the owners of Billionaires Row, a brand that has released champagne and brandy brands but they approach the business as a luxury lifestyle brand. Investors/marketers Patrick Ductant and William Benson talk with Fred about how they have tailored and targeted their brand along with other topics, like the 1996 Chicago Bulls, diversity in the spirits industry, growing a brand in a pandemic and much more.
Liquids tasted:
Billionaires Row Champagne (19:05)
Billionaires Row Brandy and Champagne Blended (28:16)
EPISODE SUMMARY
Fred and the Billionaires Row owners talk about a wide variety...
2021-02-0842 minThe Fred Minnick ShowNashville Songwriter Adam Hambrick Tackles the World's ProblemsOn this special bonus episode of The Fred Minnick Show, Adam Hambrick is the guest. The country singer-songwriter is a Capitol Records artist who has written songs for artists like Dan + Shay, Justin Moore, Lindsay Ell, the Eli Young Band and others. In 2019, his solo single "Rockin' All Night Long" hit No. 4 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart. His latest EP, Give Her a Rose, was released in December 2020. On the show, Adam and Fred talk songwriting, Nashville, Elvis Presley, whiskey, cellphones and plenty more.
Whiskeys tasted:
Angel's Envy Finished in Tawny Port Casks (21:16)
Old Forester Rye (22:49)
Kentucky Owl 11...
2021-02-0652 min
8 Bits8 Bits with Kim Minnick!This week we are joined by Kim Minnick! Join us as we learn about Kim's journey from restaurants to recruiting and HR leadership in tech.Follow PJ on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MetzinAroundFollow Chloe on Twitter: https://twitter.com/chloecondonFollow Kim on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kim-minnick
2021-02-0359 minThe Fred Minnick ShowIs Rock in Roll Dead? Rival Sons Singer Jay Buchanan Weighs in and Talks Modern MasculinityOn this episode of The Fred Minnick Show, lead singer of rock band Rival Sons, Jay Buchanan, joins Fred. Buchanan, previously a solo artist, helped form Rival Sons in 2008 with guitarist Scott Holiday. Since 2009, the band has released one EP and six full-length albums, citing musical influences ranging from Prince to Van Morrison. During this week's interview, Jay and Fred sip whiskey (because, of course) and discuss topics such as the band's forthcoming album, side projects, ascots, drinking on stage and even modern masculinity.
Whiskeys tasted:
Michter's Straight Bourbon (14:22)
Peerless Rye Cherry Cola (26:20)
M.B. Roland Single Mash (45:06)
EPISODE SUMMARY
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2021-02-021h 06The Fred Minnick Show1945 Bourbon Isn't Always Great? Fred and NFL Great Charles Woodson ConcludeOn this episode of The Fred Minnick Show, Fred welcomes NFL great Charles Woodson. Woodson, who retired after the 2015 season following a career that included a Defensive Player of the Year Award, a Super Bowl championship and four first-team All Pro honors with the Oakland Raiders and Green Bay Packers. He is a current finalist for induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2021. Woodson also won a national college football title and a Heisman Trophy while at the University of Michigan. He and Fred sat down this week to talk about his new Woodson Bourbon Whiskey, his wines...
2021-01-261h 05The Fred Minnick ShowBilly Idol Should Be in the Rock 'n' Roll Hall of FameWell, this week's episode of The Fred Minnick Show is a bit different. Instead of an interview and whiskey tasting with a guest, Fred took to the airwaves to vent, in a way. Think of it as podcast therapy for Fred's soul. His gripe? That Billy Idol never won a Grammy AND has never been inducted into the Rock 'n' Roll Hall of Fame. Hey, we all know Fred is a music nerd, and when he learned this news recently, well, he decided to let off some steam in defense of the 1980s hit-maker, whose tunes include "White Wedding" and "...
2021-01-1930 minThe Fred Minnick ShowWhat Bourbon Would Batman Drink? DC Comics Artist Weighs InOne of the great questions of our time: What bourbon would Batman drink? New bourbon fan and Batman artist Mitch Gerads, a freelance artist who works with DC Comics, joins The Fred Minnick Show to discuss.
Mitch Gerads is the co-creator of The ACTIVITY from Image Comics and a freelance illustrator in both comics and the commercial art fields. He lives and works in Minneapolis, MN.
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2021-01-121h 13The Fred Minnick ShowBest of 2020 What a year 2020 has been! Fred and his wife, Jaclyn, look back on the year in the podcast, assessing our favorite interviews, such as Mick Fleetwood and Ludacris, and discuss how things have changed. Here's to surviving 2020 and for a prosperous 2021, Cheers! Subscribe to Fred Minnick's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyE_GJtYr3yowks2iv1o4jg?view_as=subscriber Become a YouTube Member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyE_GJtYr3yowks2iv1o4jg/join FOLLOW FRED
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2020-12-1653 minThe Fred Minnick ShowLudacris Drinks $15,000 Whiskey Straight From Bottle And Talks About His CareerOn this episode of The Fred Minnick Show, Fred welcomes famed rapper Ludacris. Ludacris broke into the national spotlight in 2000 with his album Back for the First Time, featuring the singles "Southern Hospitality" and "What's Your Fantasy," and has since released seven more albums. Ludacris, whose given name is Chris Bridges, also is a veteran actor, having had a starring role in the "Fast & Furious" franchise, among many other roles in film and television. On the show, he and Fred talk about the exploration of spirits, working out during a COVID lockdown, learning to enjoy a life lived mostly at...
2020-12-0154 minThe Fred Minnick ShowMonster Jam Driver Cynthia Gauthier Sips Canadian Whisky, Talks Monster TrucksOn this episode of The Fred Minnick Show, Monster Jam driver Cynthia Gauthier drops in from Canada to join Fred in some lively banter and whiskey sipping. Along the way, they talk ice fishing, driving in traffic without the benefit of a Monster Truck, the intentional craziness of the motor sport, Titan Games, healing from the sport and more. Fred, of course, loves to enjoy Monster Jam with his sons, so having Gauthier on the show was a can't-miss proposition.
Whiskys tasted:
Shelter Point Lot 40 (14:11)
Forty Creek Barrel Select (17:28)
Stock and Barrel Rye (20:03)
Shelter Point Smoke Point (27:27)
EPISODE SUMMARY
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2020-11-1736 minThe Fred Minnick ShowWright Thompson Talks Pappy Van Winkle Bourbon Legacy and his New Book PappylandOn this episode of The Fred Minnick Show, legendary ESPN sports writer Wright Thompson hangs out with Fred to talk about Thompson's new book, Pappyland: A Story of Family, Fine Bourbon, and the Things That Last. Suffice to say, if you're into the Pappy Van Winkle legacy, you're going to love this inside look into Thompson's relationship with Julian Van Winkle, who he shadowed for parts of three years to learn about what makes the Van Winkle family tick. Wright and Fred talk about the book, bourbon and, most importantly, the Van Winkle way. No whiskey tasting this time...
2020-11-1049 minThe Fred Minnick ShowFlaming Doctor Peppers with The Crystal MethodOn this episode of The Fred Minnick Show, musician and co-founder of The Crystal Method Scott Kirkland stops in to chat with Fred and sip some whiskey. Scott and musical partner Ken Jordan founded the band in 1993, becoming pioneers of EDM (Electronic Dance Music). The due released its debut album, Vegas, in 1997, and that record would go on to achieve platinum sales. The Crystal Method would go on to release five more club music albums, including 2018's The Trip Home. On the show, Scott talks with Fred about creating a new musical style, touring, Louder Than Life, keto dieting, tequila...
2020-10-131h 45The Fred Minnick ShowBest Bourbons of the 21st Century: 5 Best and Why#WhiskeyTube #FredMinnick #BestBourbon
Best Bourbon of the 21st Century.... This Is Number 1
This is it. The number 1. Best Bourbons of the Century So Far....
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About the Best Bourbons of the Century So Far, longtime whiskey critic Fred Minnick has tasted the majority of the bourbons in this century, the 2000s. He's celebrating Bourbon Heritage Month by naming his picks for best bourbons of the century. Note: This list does not include barrel finishes, ryes or Tennessee Whiskeys. Only bourbon.
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2020-10-071h 54The Fred Minnick ShowESPN's Trey Wingo Falls in Love With Elijah Craig Toasted, Talks Mike Singletary, NFL and MoreOn the latest episode of The Fred Minnick Show, sports broadcasting great Trey Wingo joins in to hang out with Fred and sip some whiskey over some lively conversation. Trey has been with ESPN for two decades, having hosted SportsCenter, NFL Prime Time and been a co-host of Golic and Wingo. He also is on the celebrity board of Ronald McDonald House Charities. On the show, he talks with Fred about his love of bourbon, they talk whiskey aroma and flavor, Pappy Van Winkle's legacy, NFL legend Mike Singletary, bourbon folklore and much more.
Whiskeys tasted:
Old Fitzgerald 14 year Bottled...
2020-09-2956 minThe Fred Minnick ShowCountry Music Insider Grand Ole Opry's Talent Booker Talks Nashville, Country Music, Sips King of Kentucky and MoreEver wonder how artists get to appear on the Grand Old Opry? Well, Jordan Pettit is the answer. He's the artist relations representative who helps decide who gets onto the stage at the country music tradition, so he's seen a little of everything over his years spent in the music industry in Nashville. In this episode of The Fred Minnick Show, Jordan sits down with Fred to talk about the music business, bourbon, the city of Nashville, and of course to sip some fine whiskey.
Whiskeys tasted:
Four Roses Limited Edition Small Batch (21:11)
King of Kentucky (22:42)
Michter's 20 Year (23:32)
Wild Turkey...
2020-09-2247 minThe Fred Minnick ShowKiller Mike Drinks Whiskey, Moonshine and Talks Racial Inequality, Sports, Cartoons and More Over Uncle Nearest, Johnnie Walker BlueAmerican rapper and activist Killer Mike (Michael Render) joins The Fred Minnick Show this week, checking in to do a tasting and chat with Fred about a variety of topics. Mike has appeared in several films and frequently speaks on issues such as social inequality and police brutality. As a musician, he has released five albums since 2003 and also founded Grind Time Official Records. On the episode, he and Fred talk everything from Adult Swim's "Frisky Dingo" to moonshine to the history of Uncle Nearest to bringing people together in a difficult time for American society.
Whiskeys tasted:
Uncle Nearest 1820...
2020-09-0851 minThe Fred Minnick ShowMike Golic and Mike Golic Jr. Explore Bourbon, Talk ESPN, Fatherhood and MoreFamed sports commentator Mike Golic and his son Mike Golic Jr. joined Fred Minnick on this episode to sip five different bourbons, talk sports and, of course, talk whiskey. Golic Sr. is a veteran of ESPN, and was one half of the long-running Mike and Mike in the Morning radio show, which lasted 18 years. Golic Sr. was part of the show Golic and Wingo from 2017-2020. Golic Jr. also is a commentator on ESPN Radio. Both appreciate good bourbon, which made them a natural fit as guests on the show. Along the way, the conversation runs from broadcasting to beef...
2020-09-0152 minThe Fred Minnick ShowDerek Trucks Remembers The Allman Brothers Band, Reveals His 'Viking" Bourbon Source and Sips on Weller, Parker's Heritage, Jefferson's and 1940s Four RosesTFMS Podcast Derek Trucks
On this episode of The Fred Minnick Show, Grammy-winning guitarist and songwriter Derek Trucks joins Fred for a spirited conversation with plenty of whiskey sipping along the way. Trucks, co-founder of the Tedeschi Trucks Band (with wife Susan Tedeschi) and member of the Allman Brothers Band, has been a professional musician since his teen-age years, when he performed with Bob Dylan, Joe Walsh, Stephen Stills and others.
Here are the bourbons they tasted:
Weller Single Barrel (16:38)
Jefferson's Reserve (21:13)
Parker's Heritage (34:57)
Vintage Four Roses (45:16)
During the show, Derek tells the story of "The Viking," a man he...
2020-08-111h 08The Fred Minnick ShowThe Simpsons in a Pandemic: What Harry Shearer Character Would Drink Wine? Plus, Shearer Is On A Mission To Save Live Music and MoreHarry Shearer is one of the most talented and funny people on Earth, and perhaps other worlds given he's an alien in 'The Simpsons.'
On this week's show, over Skype and with wine, Fred sits down with the heralded voice of 'Ned Flanders' and 'Mr. Burns' and sips wine, while discussing music, the Pandemic and more. Along the way, Harry talks about a host of topics, from cooking at home to life in New Orleans being lived "in the streets" to Spinal Tap.
Harry's list of 'The Simpsons' characters include:
Principal Skinner
Kent Brockman
Mr. Burns
Waylon Smithers
Ned Fl...
2020-05-0754 minThe Fred Minnick ShowMick Fleetwood Sips George T. Stagg, Reveals He Misses Hugs While Isolated, And Talks About Bandmates Peter Green And Neil FinnWhen the great Mick Fleetwood sips some good whiskey with Fred Minnick over Zoom, the iconic Fleetwood Mac drummer digs deep into his personal life and shares details of his life he never has before. Along the way, he talks olfactory, missing hugs and restaurants during the pandemic and Peter Green, whom he credits for founding Fleetwood Mac.
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