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TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineCheaper Than Therapy: Episode 22 Featuring Taylor Lax, Kin WhiskeyWelcome to the 22nd episode of Cheaper Than Therapy! The free bartender call in advice podcast. Call (213)465-0837 and leave us your questions, Shana, Adhel and our top shelf guests will answer them on our weekly podcast.
Ohhhh snap! Mixmaster Taylor Lax aka The Cocktail Bandit is on the mic this week. You may have seen some of his creative concoctions on Instagram but now you can hear his story, inspiration and what gets his creative juices shaking!
We always love hearing how bartenders take their craft into their own hands and Taylor has one of those entrepreneurial spirits that...
2021-06-261h 14
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineCheaper Than Therapy: Episode 21 Featuring Angela Lechner, A Blast From The Past In Santa Cruz CAWelcome to the 21st episode of Cheaper Than Therapy! The free bartender call in advice podcast. Call (213)465-0837 and leave us your questions, Shana, Adhel and our top shelf guests will answer them on our weekly podcast.
Warning, Warning.. High Voltage! This is a podcast featuring the one and only Angela Lechner. This episode isn't for the weak ear holes. there is cursing and stories from the past days lived by Shana and Angela. Friends from 2nd grade these two have many many stories of haunting memories from their days in Santa Cruz and the bar scene.
They somehow kept...
2021-06-041h 13
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineCheaper Than Therapy: Episode 20 Featuring Jose (Jay) Cordero From Agave Cocina, JerseyWelcome to the 20th episode of Cheaper Than Therapy! The free bartender call in advice podcast. Call (213)465-0837 and leave us your questions, Shana, Adhel and our top shelf guests will answer them on our weekly podcast.
The Gals virtually travel to Jersey to chat thing up with a pal, Jose (Jay) Cordero. This is our St Paddy's Day episode!!! But we didn't record it on St Paddy's Day or Release it on St Paddy's Day. But it is officially this years St Paddy's episode. We legit had way too much fun on this episode with Jay. He is one...
2021-05-0352 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineCheaper Than Therapy: Episode 19 Featuring Emily Larson From Chicago Food MagazineWelcome to the 19th episode of Cheaper Than Therapy! The free bartender call in advice podcast. Call (213)465-0837 and leave us your questions, Shana, Adhel and our top shelf guests will answer them on our weekly podcast.
What a treat this week on TalkTales. Shana and Adhel get to interview the first food writer on the show to date. Emily Larson joins the gals on this fun episode of Cheaper Than Therapy. We get to hear from a different perspective of an industry professional and what it is like to be involved in the bar and restaurant industry. Emily is...
2021-04-161h 07
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineCheaper Than Therapy: Episode 18 Featuring Aly Iwamoto From Thunderbolt, LA.Welcome to the 18th episode of Cheaper Than Therapy! The free bartender call in advice podcast. Call (213)465-0837 and leave us your questions, Shana, Adhel and our top shelf guests will answer them on our weekly podcast.
Molecular mixology talk on this grand episode of TalkTales! It is our extreme pleasure to talk tales with the brilliant and ever hair color changing mixtress, Aly Iwamoto!!!! When we all thought we were going to goof around and offer our top shelf bartending advice but then Aly busts out some molecular information that is explosive and the girls go to bartender nerd...
2021-04-051h 03
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineCheaper Than Therapy: Episode 17 Featuring Ryan Flemming From Madre MezcalWelcome to the 17th episode of Cheaper Than Therapy! The free bartender call in advice podcast. Call (213)465-0837 and leave us your questions, Shana, Adhel and our top shelf guests will answer them on our weekly podcast.
Shana and Adhel meet Mr. Ryan Flemming, ambassador for Madre Mezcal. We all know the TalkTales gals like a mezcal episode and Ryan was a gem and a half to spend time sippin and spittin killer bartender advice. Ryan brings his A-game with knowledge, stories and expert bartender advice! And don't get this group started on celebrity tequila brands!
Follow Ryan and on...
2021-03-191h 02
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineCheaper Than Therapy: Episode 16 Featuring Carissa Kaufman From Los AngelesWelcome to the 15th episode of Cheaper Than Therapy! The free bartender call in advice podcast. Call (213)465-0837 and leave us your questions, Shana, Adhel and our top shelf guests will answer them on our weekly podcast.
It is ladies night.... in celebration of the women in this crazy crazy industry. The TalkTales ladies had the extreme pleasure of talking with the talented, charming, beautiful, bartender boxer, and all around rad ass lady Carissa Kaufman! Carissa is a bartender that is true to her craft, she continuously strives to hone her skills, think outside of the box and be apart...
2021-03-111h 15
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineCheaper Than Therapy: Episode 15 Featuring Aaron Polsky of Livewire CocktailsWelcome to the 15th episode of Cheaper Than Therapy! The free bartender call in advice podcast. Call (213)465-0837 and leave us your questions, Shana, Adhel and our top shelf guests will answer them on our weekly podcast.
Aaron Polsky is the man with the plan, he has taken his experiences in bartending, music and business and electrified it all into a epic cauldron called Livewire Drinks! These canned cocktail taste bud exploders are dreamed up by the best bartenders in the industry.
This canned collaborative business is a great representation of Aaron and the bar community. Go Aaron Go!!!!
Check...
2021-03-011h 01
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineCheaper Than Therapy: Episode 14 Featuring Taylor Cloyes, Bacadi Legacy Champ!Welcome to the 14th episode of Cheaper Than Therapy! The free bartender call in advice podcast. Call (213)465-0837 and leave us your questions, Shana, Adhel and our top shelf guests will answer them on our weekly podcast.
The Tales ladies are joined by an amazing bar lady Taylor Cloyes. The Bacardi Legacy champion herself! This lady got it all, she is a world champion, a rockin' bev director, a mixology mix master and a fun loving, great human. We take on the questions like champs and have all of the fun in this episode.
Follow Taylor and what she is...
2021-02-1435 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineCheaper Than Therapy: Episode 13 Featuring Sarah Mengoni From Historically DrinkingWelcome to the 13th episode of Cheaper Than Therapy! The free bartender call in advice podcast. Call (213)465-0837 and leave us your questions, Shana, Adhel and our top shelf guests will answer them on our weekly podcast.
Shana and Adhel had the absolute pleasure of having the talented creator and host of Historically Drinking, Sarah Mengoni. We had too much fun on this episode. Sarah's passion for history and the bar world is undeniable. She has dedicated her passion and time to create a really fun learning video platform in her unique creative way. Tune in to hear more about...
2021-01-191h 12
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineCheaper Than Therapy: Episode 12 Featuring Cesar Sandoval With Abasolo & NixtaWelcome to the 12th episode of Cheaper Than Therapy! The free bartender call in advice podcast. Call (213)465-0837 and leave us your questions, Shana, Adhel and our top shelf guests will answer them on our weekly podcast.
Shana and Adhel were incredibly stoked interviewing Cesar Sandoval, the man with the plan representing Abasolo Mexican Whisky and Nixta corn liqueur. It is not very often that the TalkTales ladies get super nerdy about bartending but Cesar brought his A game in this "Corn-isode" We learned a ton and had a blast chatting and sipping on these precious juices. Do yourselves a...
2021-01-101h 25
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineMás barato que la terapia: Episodio 10 con Kevin Gomez Maldonado De Tijuana, Mexico.***THIS EPISODE IS MOSTLY IN SPANISH*** *** ESTE EPISODIO ES MAYORMENTE EN ESPAÑOL ***
Welcome to the 11th episode of Cheaper Than Therapy! The free bartender call in advice podcast. Call (213)465-0837 and leave us your questions, Shana, Adhel and our top shelf guests will answer them on our weekly podcast.
¡Bienvenido al undécimo episodio de Cheaper Than Therapy! La llamada gratuita del camarero en el podcast de consejos. Llame al (213)465-0837 y déjenos sus preguntas, Shana, Adhel y nuestros invitados de primera categoría las responderán en nuestro podcast semanal.
Shana y Adhel están muy emocionados de lanz...
2020-12-2045 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineCheaper Than Therapy: Episode 10 Featuring Denise Swindel From Los AngelesWelcome to the 10th episode of Cheaper Than Therapy! The free bartender call in advice podcast. Call (213)465-0837 and leave us your questions, Shana, Adhel and our top shelf guests will answer them on our weekly podcast.
Shana and Adhel had the amazing pleasure of interviewing the wonderful, beautiful and hilarious Denise Swindel. Denise is a triple threat, bartender, server and comedian. She know her stuff and boy do we have a blast on this episode of Cheaper Than Therapy.
Follow Denise and what she is up to on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/denswin/
Thanks to everyone who called...
2020-12-1248 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineCheaper Than Therapy: Episode 8 Featuring Megan Czajka From LondonWelcome to the 8th episode of Cheaper Than Therapy! The free bartender call in advice podcast. Call (213)465-0837 and leave us your questions, Shana, Adhel and our top shelf guests will answer them on our weekly podcast.
Shana and Adhel go on a virtual trip to London and are joined by the host of the great podcast, Gin and Beer It, Megan Czajka. We here about Megans influence and learn more about her process in the podcast world. We answer the best question of the land and have some good laughs while doing so.
Check out the Gin and Beer...
2020-11-0352 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineCheaper Than Therapy: Episode 9 Featuring Annarose Krone From Los AngelesWelcome to the 9th episode of Cheaper Than Therapy! The free bartender call in advice podcast. Call (213)465-0837 and leave us your questions, Shana, Adhel and our top shelf guests will answer them on our weekly podcast.
Shana and Adhel had the amazing pleasure of interviewing the Licor 43 global champion of 2020, Annarose Krone. She is just a delight and an incredible bartender and mixologist. Tune in to learn more about that award winning Licor 43 cocktail, get in the head of a champion bartender and get all your free bartender advice here on TalkTales: Cheaper Than Therapy!
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2020-11-031h 04
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineCheaper Than Therapy: Episode 7 Featuring Saeed House From Los AngelesWelcome to the 7th episode of Cheaper Than Therapy! The free bartender call in advice podcast. Call (213)465-0837 and leave us your questions, Shana, Adhel and our top shelf guests will answer them on our weekly podcast.
Hot Take! Shana and Adhel are joined by the man with the tallest mohawk in the biz, from Los Angeles, Saeed House! In the spirit of debate, once again we take on tough questions with Saeed. What is better? A negroni or an Old Fashioned? Tune in to get to the bottom of this master debate.
Follow https://www.instagram.com/cocktailsbyhawk/ to...
2020-10-1859 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineCheaper Than Therapy: Episode 6 Featuring Sari, Steven and Ivy From New OrleansWelcome to the 6th episode of Cheaper Than Therapy! The free bartender call in advice podcast. Call (213)465-0837 and leave us your questions, Shana, Adhel and our top shelf guests will answer them on our weekly podcast.
Shana and Adhel are joined by the "Triple Lindy" New Orleans crew, Sari Asher, Steven Eames and Ivy Grey. They bartend, they drink together and they live together. This rag tag crew don't hold back and offer top shelf bartender advice during this episode of our therapy offerings. Tune in and learn something from NOLA!
Thanks to everyone who called in and all...
2020-10-111h 07
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineCheaper Than Therapy: Episode 5 Featuring Ashley Erwin from Angel's EnvyWelcome to the fifth episode of Cheaper Than Therapy! The free bartender call in advice podcast. Call (213)465-0837 and leave us your questions, Shana, Adhel and our top shelf guests will answer them on our weekly podcast.
Shana and Adhel are joined by the bad ass that we all envy, "Lead Angel" of Angel's Envy, Ashley Erwin! What a tongue twister!
Ashley leads the way in spirit brands shining stars. This incredible human does it all. Ain't nothing going to get in Ashley's way. She answers some amazing questions and her passion in undeniable.
Tune is now to get inspired...
2020-10-051h 12
Gin and Beer ItSAD (Seasonal Alcohol Drinking) with Shana & Adhel from TalkTalesThis week, Meg is joined by Shana and Adhel, two awesome bartenders from LA and hosts of the podcast TalkTales: Cheaper Than Therapy, to discuss the changing of seasons and how it affects our drink choices. Topics include how the pandemic has hit the hospitality industry, people who order Irish coffees on a hot day, and much much more. Enjoy!Check out TalkTales here!You can reach Gin and Beer It on any of the following:Instagram: @ginandbeeritshowEmail: ginandbeeritshow@gmail.comWebsite: www.ginandbeeritshow.comTwitter...
2020-10-0455 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineCheaper Than Therapy: Episode 4 Featuring Rob Noyola from Los AngelesWelcome to the forth episode of Cheaper Than Therapy! The free bartender call in advice podcast. Call (213)465-0837 and leave us your questions, Shana, Adhel and our top shelf guests will answer them on our weekly podcast.
Shana and Adhel are joined by Rob "Daddy" Noyola. As a new father, Rob is at his prime for fatherly and bartender advice. Check him out o his popular podcast Beyond Balance.
anchor.fm/beyondbalancepodcast/episodes/Hood-Politics-ejuj80
"This podcast highlights how impactful bartenders are. We have the ability to change the world because we see many people from different walks of life. Learning...
2020-09-2300 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineCheaper Than Therapy: Episode 3 Featuring Max Reis From Los Angeles, CA.Welcome to the third episode of Cheaper Than Therapy! The free bartender call in advice podcast. Call (213)465-0837 and leave us your questions.
Shana and Adhel are joined by the Beer Ghost himself, Max Reis. We get down to the real nitty gritty of this episode of Cheaper Than Therapy. Max is the beverage director of Gracias Madre, he is a mezcal guru and the mother mary of metal! He is a expert barman with bartender advice like nobodies business!
Thanks to everyone who called in and all the great questions. Now go ahead, grab yourselves something to drink, sit...
2020-09-1400 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineCheaper Than Therapy: Episode 2 Featuring Chad Ellis From Baltimore MDWelcome to the second episode of Cheaper Than Therapy! The free bartender call in advice podcast. Call (213)465-0837 and leave us your questions.
Shana and Adhel are thrilled to bring on the infamous Chad Ellis, a veteran bartender and bar owner from Baltimore MD. Chad and Shana have been friends for many years. They hit it off right off that bat and Shana started working for Chad at his previous bar Spirits Tavern. Chad's spirit, passion and love for people is contagious and his experience in the hospitality industry makes him a bartender advice expert.
Thanks to everyone who called...
2020-08-2800 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineCheaper Than Therapy: Episode 1 Featuring The Educated Barfly, Leandro Para DimonrivaWelcome to the first episode of cheaper than therapy! The free bartender call in advice show. Call (213) 465-0837 and leave us your questions.
Shana and Adhel are very excited to launch the new TalkTales the podcast format. We had some audio technical difficulties due to our new virtual recording platform and we apologize for some wonky audio. It will never happen again!
In celebration of this new launch, Team Tales invited the one and only Leandro Para Dimonriva on the show. Leandro is one of the master minds behind and in front of the camera of the popular YouTube series, Th...
2020-08-1100 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineEp. 74: "Beyond the Glass and Into the Mind" of Daniel Djang.Shana has the honor to sit down and virtually interview one of LA's favorites, Daniel Djang.
Daniel is the founder of the award-winning cocktail and spirits blog, Thirsty in LA. Daniel is also the co-founder of Art Beyond the Glass, the acclaimed series of festivals that showcases bartender artistry while raising funds for arts-based nonprofit organizations. Since its inception, ABTG has donated more than $210,000 to vital nonprofits across the country. In response to the coronavirus pandemic, ABTG recently launched the COVID-19 Relief Fund to support Los Angeles bartenders in need.
Grab yourselves something to sip on and tune in to...
2020-07-0200 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineEp. 73: "Guess Who's Back? Boom!" Featuring Adhel MartinezGuess who's back, who's back again!
Boom our mixtress Adhel is back on the mic baby!!! Shana and Adhel get at it again 6ft apart but together!!!! We catch up on lost time and for the first time in TalkTales history, Shana interviews TalkTales very own Adhel Martinez!
Adhel tells her story of how she started behind the bar at a beer and wine bar next to a full nude strip club! By listening, watching and help from friends Adhel moved into learning through all of the different paths of bartending. From high volume to craft cocktails Adhel has experienced...
2020-06-2400 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineEp. 72: Back On The Mics With On The Back Bar" Featuring Host Chris MenningBlack Lives Matter!
Shana finally gets back of the mic for this time traveling episode with Chris Menning the host of the podcast On The Back Bar and founder of Gastronomer Lifestyle.
Shana and Chris in this collaborative episode had a blast talking about each others podcasts and creative projects. Chris lives in Bangkok, Thailand and he is the master of finding where to eat and drink all over the city. His website https://gastronomerlifestyle.com is a guide for anyone who wants to explore food, drink and travel in Thailand. After hearing about Chris and his projects, no doubt...
2020-06-1300 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineEp. 71: "We Got 86'd" Featuring Justyn Myers The Host Of You're 86Shana and Adhel in quarantine spirit interview the host of You're 86 Justyn Myers. You're 86 is a casual interview-style podcast focusing on how professional bartenders handle challenges and bad situations at their bars and in their careers. We cover topics such as: cutting off guests, handling violence or date rape situations, personal injury and more. The goal of the show is to help the bartender community learn and grow by bringing issues that are not often discussed to the forefront and sharing stories of how others have handled these challenges.
We had such a blast chatting with Justyn make sure you...
2020-05-1100 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineEp. 70: "It's An Open Container Only if You Put The Straw In It" Featuring Brooks FrostThis episode is brought to you by Scout & Cellar, Clean Crafted wines with no pesticides and chemical additives. Order great organic biodynamic wines at https://scoutandcellar.com/deannahaase.
Shana and Adhel is spirit interview Brooks Frost, bartender extraordinaire from the garden district, New Orleans. We talk on this special remote recording about what it is like for a bartender in New Orleans. We hear stories about real expensive shots, some ding dong questions, Mardi Gras, and of course "the granny voice!"
It was so great being able to chat with Brooks during the Covid-19 Pandemic. Having access to video chats...
2020-04-2900 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineTinyTales: La Dama Tequila Featuring Marcos GalindoThis is the first episode recorded using Zencastr. Due to the covid-19 pandemic our team tales couldn't get together to record in studio. Marcos who lives in Jalisco joined Shana who lives in Los Angeles via the internet to record this awesome episode.
We talk about all things La Dama tequila as well as the amazing Cantina Experimento. Marcos and his team has built an amazing foundation and learning space where young people who otherwise never had opportunity and schooling can come and learn in a fully functioning learning space to build the skills of hospitality, bars and restaurant.
Tune...
2020-04-1900 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineEp. 69: "Teamwork Makes the Dream Work" Featuring Luis Del PozoShana and Adhel interview Luis Del Pozo, the bar director of Gracias Madre in Newport Beach. We talk about what it is to be a good manager and how to build an unbeatable bar team that turns into a bar family. We also hear stories about a large non tipper and what happens when the wife and mistress meet.
Ever wanted to know what bartenders were thinking? Tune into our new segment "Bartender Thoughts"
TalkTales Cocktail of the episode:
A few pours of Mestiza Mezcal in a glass.
It's that time, settle down, grab yourselves something to sip on and...
2020-04-0800 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineTinyTales: Shots of Knowledge: Maguey Spirits Featuring Alejandro and JoelShana and Adhel interview the founder of Maguey Spirits, Alejandro.
What a treat it was to talk with Alejandro about these special mezcals from Durango, Mexico. We talk about the uncharted territory of Durango, we taste and talk through each special bottle and of course the donkey!
Ohh, and there's Joel! He joins us on the mic!
Thank you Alejandro and Maguey Spirits for coming on and supporting TalkTales the podcast!
Go ahead and grab yourself some Maguey Spirits to sip on and let's go on a magical journey into the world of Durango mezcals.
TalkTales is intended for an...
2020-04-0100 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineTinyTales: Shots of Knowledge: Fistful Of Bourbon Featuring Terry BohlingerShana and Adhel interview the bourbon cowboy, Terry Bohlinger. Terry tells us everything about the new launch of the awesome bourbon Fistfull of Bourbon. A blend of five straight bourbons created with over 100 years of whiskey blending experience. Check out this new bourbon, launched in March 2020.
Terry tells stories of his first experience bartending of learning by embarrassment, menu blunders, and a fear of hotdogs.
Go ahead, settle in and grab yourselves something to sip on and let's go on a journey into the magical world of bartending.
TalkTales Episode Cocktail:
"Best on the Prairie"
2 oz Fistfull of Bourbon
2 oz...
2020-03-2300 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineEp. 68: "Claerkampster Cloosterbitter" St Paddy's Day Special! Featuring Tom Fabrizio and "St Patty"Shana and Adhel invite you to join us on this St. Paddy's Day episode!!! A 3 stories extravaganza.. a love display, a frequent flyer, and a lack of love that turned for the best.
It ain't a St Paddy's special without our old friend the mischievous St Patty and "Pat." (played by Billy McCartney)
Go ahead grab yourselves something to sip on and let's go on a magical journey into the world of bartending.
TalkTales Episode Cocktail
Irish whiskey
Green beer
Green Jello Shots
TalkTales is intended for an audience 21 years and older. We promote responsible drinking and absolutely no drinking...
2020-03-1600 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineEp. 67: "We got Bruxo'd" Featuring Dee Ann QuinonesShana and Adhel interview Dee Ann Quinones, Bruxo Mezcal's LA Brand Ambassador.
We go on a storytelling trip learning about mezcal, tasting mezcal and sure enough we got Bruxo'd.
Dee Ann share her stories about an snoozy situation and the team read a story about a air guitar submitted by a awesome fan over in New Orleans, Brooks! Thanks Brooks for emailing us and sharing your story on TalkTales! See you in NOLA!
TalkTales Cocktail of the Episode:
Bruxo 1
Bruxo 2
Bruxo 3
Bruxo 4
Bruxo 5
Bruxo X
Yup...
Go ahead, grab yourselves something to sip on and let's go on a journey...
2020-03-0800 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LinePourin the Shots, TinyTales Ep 5: An Educational Minisode Koch Mezcal. Featuring Carlos MorenoIn this educational episode Shana, Matt and Adhel interview owner of Koch Mezcal, Carlos Moreno. We learn so much about Koch and deep dive into myths vs. the truths of mezcal.
Tune into this amazing Mezcalisode!!!
2020-02-2800 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineEp. 66: "Bubbles!!!" Featuring "IceMan" Tony Gonzales and "Bloody Mary"Shana and Adhel say good bye and good luck to our amazing host and friend Matt as he moves on to pursue future endeavors. The girls are joined and honored to interview the amazing Tony Gonzales from District DTLA.
We talk gadgets, we talk beginings, we talk BUBBLES, and we here stories about a purse thief that had a real bad day.
We were so excited to be joined by our friend "Bloody Mary" (played by Billy McCartney) and "Salty Caesar" (also played by Billy McCartney)
Grab yourselves something to sip on and let's go on a magical journey into...
2020-02-2200 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineTinyTales Ep 4: An Educational Minisode Gray Whale Gin. Featuring Marsh MokhtariShana, Matt and Adhel dive deep into the ocean of Gray Whale Gin, interviewing co-owner and distiller, Marsh Mokhtari.
We learn the inspiration behind this unique gin and go on a VW van road trip exploring the gray whale migration path of the coast of California.
https://www.graywhalegin.com/
TalkTales Cocktails
2oz Gray Whale Gin
1 oz Blanco Vermouth
4 dashes orange bitters
Stir till cold, strain into coup or martini glass and garnish with an orange peel.
TalkTales is intended for an audience 21 years and older. We promote responsible drinking and absolutely no drinking and driving.
2020-02-1200 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineEp. 65: "Cocktail Bombs" Featuring Inga Tantisalidchai and "Stanley Pluto" Sponsored by Licor 43Shana and Adhel had the pleasure of interviewing the talented Inga Tantisalidchai from Oleo restaurant in Newport Beach. We talk about Inga's experience in the bar competition circuit, her advice with 19 years experience from behind the bar and what it's like having students belly up to your bar.
The team is joined Stanley Pluto of Stanley Pluto's School For Ace Bar Champs. Mr. Pluto shares his coaching plan to get bartenders into a path of success in bartending competitions.
This episode is brought to you by Licor 43
https://www.licor43.com/
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2020-02-0200 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineEp. 64: "Moans & Groans" Featuring Steven Flores and Jack StrongShana and Adhel interview Steven Flores from Dama. We talk about industry dreams, the hustle of a lady and her daughter, some bathroom love affairs. Never a dull moment in the bar industry and we talk all the tales!
We are joined by international barback himself, Jack Strong! Tune in to hear from the a world class barback!
If you want to be a guest on TalkTales or have a story you want our team to share on TalkTales, visit our website at talktalesthepodcast.com/contact
Its that time, settle it, grab yourselves something to sip on and let's go...
2020-01-2900 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineEp. 63: "Hello Puppy Tongue" Featuring Tanita Ross-Cady and Will "The Master Taster"Team Tales talk tales with Author of "Estranged Behaviour: The Underbelly of Society" Tanita Ross-Cady. Tune in to hear her experiences with the strange from behind the bar and the infamous "Puppy Tongue."
We meet with Will a master cocktail taster. He graces his pallet upon us and analyses Adhel's cocktail of the show.
Boom Our Mixtress Cocktail Of the Show
1 oz brandy
1 oz tequila
.5Lemon Olio saacrum
.5clarified passion fruit juice
Rinse of apple infused absinthe
Combine ingredients, stir, serve over ice. Rinse glass with absinthe.
Grab yourselves something to sip on and let's go on a magical journey...
2020-01-1000 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineEp. 62: "The Bitter Life" Featuring Eliott MonteroShana and Matt interview the creator of "The Bitter Life" Eliott Montero. He tells us all out his project about bringing people together by sharing bartender must do lists.
We hear stories about being the brand ambassador of Montenegro and how the bartending community knows the real in's and out's of their cities.
Grab yourselves something to sip on and let's go on a magical journey into the world of bartending.
TalkTales is intended for an audience 21 years and older. We promote responsible drinking and absolutely no drinking and driving.
2019-12-1900 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineEp. 61: "Hey Dude, I Don't Like You Sober" Featuring John "Duke" Mccaffrey and "Rip and Ollie"Shana and Matt finally get the chance to sit down with John "Duke" Mccaffrey. In this episode the team has a great time drinking some choice beverages, telling stories about bad customers and "Baby Jesus." The team is abruptly joined by their pal "Rip Weatherby" (played by Hunter Canedy)and his new friend "Ollie" (played by Nick Jimenez)and they share about their newest adventures!
We sip on a delicious clarified Pina Colada made by our very own mixtress Adhel! Tune in to find out how she made it!
It's that time, settle in, grab yourselves something to sip on...
2019-12-0900 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineEp. 666: "Mixing with METAL!" Featuring METALogist Max Reis and "DJ Super Paranoid"In this Metal themed episode, Shana and Adhel interview Max Reis from Gracias Madre.
We talk about Max's love and influence Metal has on his bartending career. We talk about his cocktail ideas and executions. A man who was on one with his bloody hands and we taste a sacrificial mezcal.
The team is joined by the one and only "DJ Super Paranoid." and we try to cure his paranoia.
Go ahead grab yourselves something to sip on and let's go on a magical and sometimes insane world of bartending.
TalkTales is intended for an audience 21 years and older. We...
2019-11-1800 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineTinyTales Ep 3: An Educational Minisode Barmetrix. Featuring Arno Stemmer and "Sake Bomb"Shana and Matt do a deep drive into the company Barmetrix. They interview owner, Arno Stemmer and "Sake Bomb" to learn more about how Barmetrix works for the world of hospitality. Tune in to learn more about Barmetrix and how it can help your company.
TalkTales is intended for an audience 21 years and older. We promote responsible drinking and absolutely no drinking and driving.
2019-10-0900 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineEp:. 59: "Are You Sure You Aren't Going To Spit In It?" Featuring Ramsey MuskShana and Matt interview Ramsey Musk from the bar Ma'am Sir. The Team takes a deep dive conversation into a serious incident that happened at a local LA bar and Ramsey shares his stories from a customer with a rude-tude!
Go ahead, grab yourselves something to sip on and let's go on a magical journey into the world of bartending!
TalkTales is intended for a audience 21 years and older. We promote responsible drinking and absolutely no drinking and driving.
2019-10-0200 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineEp. 58: "Written Appeal's From The 86'd" Featuring Jeremy Allen and "Al Coholic"Matt and Shana interview Jeremy Allen from Mini Bar in Hollywood, CA. Jeremy reads directly from two plea letters written by two separate customers who had been permanently 86'd from Mini Bar.
Tune into to hear what these kooks had to say!
Go ahead, settle in, grab yourselves something to sip on and let's go on a magical journey into the world of bartending.
TalkTales in intended for an audience 21 years and older. We promote responsible drinking and absolutely no drinking and driving.
2019-09-2000 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineEp. 57: "Babes Take Over" Featuring Babes at The OrdinarieTeam Tales join in the fun at The Ordinarie once again for the crazy fun Babes Behind The Bar charity event.
Shana, Matt and Adhel travel to Long Beach, CA and interview multiple bartending babes and hear stories about women in the bar industry.
Thanks to Catalin for putting on such a great fun event and for such a great cause supporting the Long Beach Women's Shelter.
TalkTales is intended for an audience 21 years and older. We promote responsible drinking and absolutely no drinking and driving
2019-09-0400 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineEp. 56: "The Clowns Are Fighting." Featuring "The Garnish Guy" Josue Romero and "Mr. Martini."Shana and Matt interview, you may know him as "The Garnish Guy," the one and only Josue Romero! We talk about his inspirations, his travels, his methods, tales of the cocktail, and when the circus comes to town.
With a unexpected and pleasing visit from one of our favorite visitors, Mr. Martini himself steamboats his way into the TalkTales studio.
****Mixtress' Cocktail Of The Week****
"Smokin' Fresh"
1.5 Chopin Vodka
.5 Jamaican
.75 Charred Pineapple syrup
.75 Lime Juice
Combine all ingredients in tin, shake and drain into a coup.
Grab yourselves something to drink and let's go into the amazing and sometimes crazy...
2019-08-0600 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineEp 55: "It's Cool, It's On The House" Featuring Max Kestenbaum and "College Bar Kyle"Shana and Matt interview bartender from Scopa, Max Kestenbaum. We talk tales of the different styles of bartending, how to achieve speed and multitasking and a story about faking it till you make it!
Joined by the surprise questionable guests , "Kyle and Ted" (played by Sherwood Souzankari and Max Kestenbaum)an unforgettable pair with some very questionable values.
Mixtress Cocktail Of The Episoede:
Chet Baker
1 Sugar cube.
2 Dash(es) Angostura Bitters.
1/4 Ounce(s) Punt e Mes.
1/4 Ounce(s) Honey Syrup.
Lemon twist.
2 Ounce(s) Dark rum.
Grab yourselves something to sip on and let's go on a magical journey into...
2019-07-1900 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineEp. 54: "Oh Si Güey" Featuring Rodrigo, Roland and Rip WeatherbyShana and Matt interview Rodrigo Fabian and Roland Sanchez from Maestro's in Pasadena! We talk stories inspiration drawn from life in Boyle Heights, family love and a big ol' naked run.
Rip Weatherby (played by Hunter Canedy) joins us to discuss his travels and worldly adventures to find the best beer of the land that will not hurt his tummy.
Mixtress Cocktail of the Week!
"Starks Highball"
2 oz Stark Spirits Sunshine Orange Brandy
.75 oz apricot liqueur
.5 oz lemon
.25 oz absinthe
topa chico sparkling water
Grab yourselves something to sip on and let's go on a magical journey into the world...
2019-07-0900 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineEp. 53: "Tickle the Beans" Featuring Nathan McCullough and "Patricia"Shana and Matt interview Nathan McCullough, bar director of Mezcalero DTLA. We talk about cocktail creativity, DTLA bar life and a unruly lady with a hell of a bite!
Matt is joined by his special bar guest, "Patricia" played by Carina Martinez.
Go ahead, grab yourselves something to sip on and lets go on a magical journey into the world of bartending.
TalkTales is intended for an audience 21 years and older. We promote responsible drinking and absolutely no drinking and driving.
2019-07-0100 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineEp. 52: "Stayin' Gold with Mr. Gold" Featuring Pedro Barriga and "Cocktail Hating Jimmy"Shana and Matt interview creator of Mr. Gold cocktail consulting, Pedro Barriga.
We all talk about some situations in bar etiquette, Pedro's early beginnings in the bar industry, the bartender shake, and an epic celebrity encounter!
http://www.callmrgold.com/
We are joined by "Cocktail Hating Jimmy" (played by Rob Noyola) who has beef with TalkTales Team and cocktail culture.
Grab yourselves something to sip on and let's go on a magical journey into the world of bartending.
TalkTales is intended for an audience 21 years and older. We promote responsible drinking and absolutely no drinking and driving.
2019-06-1600 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineTinyTales Ep 2: an Educational Minisode with Stark SpiritsShana hit the road to Pasadena to sit down with Karen and Greg Stark of Stark Spirits.
This husband and wife team work together to create some fine crafted distilled spirits. We talk about their process and inspiration behind their small batch products. We sip on Dragon Spirit gin and taste through their impressive 9 label catalogue of spirits including, Single Malt, Aquavit, Rum and Valencia Orange Brandy.
It was a true pleasure meeting Karen and Greg and to take a tour of their boutique distillery.
Check them out at starkspirits.com and book a tour with them, you will not...
2019-06-1200 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineEp. 51: "She Took A Bottle Of Genadine And Started Drinking It" Featuring Yanni PediadtisShana and Matt interview a world class bartender, Yanni Pediadtis, We talk a real roofie dirt bag, world-wide tipping, and a bottle of grenadine.
We welcome our new reporter, "Al Coholic" and he shares his new field research "Booze In The News." Tune in to find out what big things are happening in the world of booze.
Grab yourselves something to sip on and let's go on a magical journey into the world of bartending.
TalkTales is intended for an audience 21 years and older and we promote responsible drinking and absolutely no drinking and driving.
2019-06-0500 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineEp. 50: "Tiki Seance" Featuring Nathan Hazard and "Winston the Tequila Worm"For our 50th episode! Shana and Matt interview Tiki expert Nathan Hazard! We hear stories about Tiki beginings, a television mishap, and a real hot Tiki seance.
The team is joined by a tiny little worm named Winston (played by Liam Gallorgly) who shares his experience as a Tequila worm.
www.thecoconutclubla.com
Grab yourselves something to sip on and let's go on a magical journey into the world of bartending!
TalkTales is intended for an audience 21 years and older. We promote responsible drinking and absolutely no drinking and driving.
2019-05-2700 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineEp. 49: "A Horse Walks Into A Bar" Featuring Coleen Morton and "Shot Monster"Shana and Matt interview Coleen "Coco" Morton from Mulholland Distilling. They talk about water in LA, the wild west of DTLA and what else but the truth of the old joke, a horse in a bar.
Shana and Matt get a rude awakening by the one and only "Shot Monster" played by Adhel Martines. Joined by her cousin "Party Animal" played by Shana Race.
Grab yourselves something to sip on and let's go on a magical journey into the world of bartending!
TalkTales is intended for an audience 21 years and older. We promote responsible drinking and absolutely no drinking and...
2019-05-1600 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineEp. 48: "Extraordinary at the Ordinarie" Featuring Christy Caldwell and Adam Stearns.Team Tales heads out to Long beach to pay a visit to The Ordinarie. Matt and Shana interview the owner of the Ordinarie, Christy Caldwell as well as the bar manager, Adam Stearns.
We talk about the journey of building The Ordinarie, growing up in an Irish pub, creating a successful event, surfer boy and Mr. Magoo.
Huge thanks to Christy and Adam for the amazing hospitality. Thank you for the drinks, lunch and the tour of the town. We truly had the best time in Long Beach.
Grab yourselves something to sip on and let's go on a journey...
2019-05-0600 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineEp. 47 "Full Moon and Full Frontal" Featuring Genevieve Patterson and "The Ladies Of Leisure"Shana and Matt interview the amazing Genevieve Patterson, bartender at The Semi Tropic and Prado in Echo Park.
In this wild and wacky episode we are graced with stories of life as a musician in the bar industry, unwanted full frontal and a full mooning guest experience.
The Team is joined (interrupted?) by Fresca and Francesca, "The Ladies of Leisure" for a wild ride and lesson about some of LA's go to spots.
Grab yourselves something to sip on and let's go on a magical journey into the world of bartending...
Edits by Raashid Zubair at www.podbearaudio.com
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2019-04-2500 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineEp. 46 "TalkTales ShakeOff Recap" Featuring Cody WheatIf you missed the first annual TalkTales ShakeOff, fear not!
Grab yourselves something to sip on and join us for this episode where Shana and Matt sit down with our mixtress, Adhel Martinez and Cody Wheat, from our sponsor of the event, Sazerac.
We recap about the ShakeOff about it's success and what we would do different next year.
Thanks to everyone who helped or participated in the event and congratulations to Sir Richard Swan on his win! Thanks to our sponsor Sazerac! A special thanks to Allison Bryant for all her help and putting out fires when needed! Also...
2019-04-1600 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineEp. 45 "Pissy Shoes" Featuring Nathan Howard and "Mr. Martini"Shana and Matt interview Nathan Howard from Historic Cole's French Dip. We talk tales of OCD, an unfortunate bathroom mishap, and a pop to the nose.
The team is joined by our good pal "Mr. Martini" (played by Riley Chandler) He steam boated all the way from Louisiana to join TalkTales for a good time!
Thanks to our new editor Raashid Zubair with PodBear Audio for making us sound bomb! You Rule!
TalkTales is intended for an audience 21 years and older. We promote responsible drinking and absolutely no drinking and driving.
All rights reserved to TalkTales Entertainment LLC.
2019-04-0800 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineEp. 44 "Hair of the Dog" Featuring Holly Tripp and "Hair Dog"Shana and Matt interview Holly Tripp in maybe our most controversial, true talk episode yet! Tune in to this juicy episode about the subject of ownership, management, loyalty and bar family. There's also a great story about some after hours shenannies!
We are joined by "Hair Dog" real rascal! played by Allison Bryant.
Let us know your thoughts on this episode!
talktalesthepodcast.com
TalkTales the Podcast is intended for an audience 21 years and older. We promote responsible drinking and absolutely no drinking and driving!
2019-03-2700 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineEp. 42: "Is A Hotdog A Sandwich?" Featuring Saeed House and "Minny McGee"Shana and Matt interview Saeed "Hawk" House from Everbar in hollywood. In this episode they discuss cocktail inspirations, steak and a fine wine, and of course, the age old question...Is a hotdog a sandwich?
Team Tales is joined by a Hollywood treasure, "Minny McGee" (played by Donnla Hughes) She brings the sound effects and lets us in on how she creates all her sounds. A insiders look into the sound effects profession!
Buckle up for this wild ride of an episode!
TalkTales is intended for an audience 21 years and older. We promote responsible drinking and absolutely no drinking and...
2019-03-1300 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineEp. 41: "Hand Me Dem Mints" Featuring Dave Whitton and "Honch the One Armed Bouncer"Shana and Matt interview Dave Whitton, owner of Prank Bar DTLA. They talk about what it looks like with over 20 years in the bar industry, we howl at the moon and what terpenes are.
We have fun on this terpene enlightened episode and are joined by our pal "Honch, the One Armed Bouncer" played by Hunter Canedy.
Tune in for this wild ride!
TalkTales is intended for an audience 21 years and older. TalkTales promotes responsible drinking and absolutely no drinking and driving!
2019-03-0300 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineEp. 40: "Shootin' Tales" Featuring Cody Wheat and "Newbie Daniel"Shana and Matt interview Cody Wheat from the hit bar podcast, "Shots of History." We have a blast talking about what its like to make a bar industry podcast as well as a day in the life as a sales rep for Sazerac.
We are joined by a new guy in town, "Newbie Daniel" (played by Eli Gonzales) who gets to experience all things new in LA!
Check out and subscribe to Cody's awesome podcast "Shots of History" by clicking this link!
http://shotsofhistory.com/
Song credit: Manic Polka by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license...
2019-02-2400 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineEp. 39: "We Got Cinco On It!" Featuring Ben Molina, Blake Landis and "Tammy Miami"Shana and Matt interview Ben Molina and Blake Landis of Angelisco Tequila and bar Cinco. We hear stories of how a long time friendship can lead business and family, a glass shattering bar fight and a business meeting in the big house.
The team is joined by a tequila loving first time bar goer, Tammy Miami, who joins us while celebrating her 21st birthday.
What a wild ride we go on!
Settle down, grab yourselves something to sip on and let's go on a magical journey into the world of bartending...
TalkTales is intended for an audience 21 years and older...
2019-02-1700 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineEp. 37: "Boner Fruit" Featuring Dan O'Reilly and "Brad the Teapot"Shana and Matt interview Dan O
Reilly from The Prince as well as Winsome. They go into some true tales about a very forward offer, the "perks" of working at a hotel and why you should hit on your bartender. It's a raunchy sex-isode that happen in real life to real bartenders.
The team is join by a magical little teapot named Brad who befriends a very sexy mustache, also named Brad. Coincidance? We think not!
TalkTales is intened for an audience 21 years and older. We promote responcible drinking and absolutely no drinking and driving.
2019-02-0200 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineEp. 36: "It's Not A Tuber" Featuring Mikki Kristola and "Bloody Mary"This Super fun episode, Shana and Matt interview Mikki Kristola from The Streamliner in Union Station, DTLA.
They TalkTales about what it takes to streamline a bar, a face slap and a shattering 2 am cutoff.
The Team is joined by a surprising guest who is on her mission to let people know who the real Bloody Mary is. Bloody Mary is played by the talented Billy McCartney.
Grab yourselves something to sip on and lets go on a magical journey into the world of bartending!
TalkTales is intended for an audience 21 years and older. We promote responsible drinking and absolutely...
2019-01-2700 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineEp. 34: "Dingus Day" Featuring Bethany Osborne and Timothy BaxterShana and Matt interview Bethany Osborne and Timothy Baxter from Edendale and Baxter's Speakeasy. The team Talks Tales about days in Cleveland, hangover horrors and a pint glass unicorn!
They are unknowingly joined by an old drunk chum, "Harry." Tune in to find out what happened to his pants and cell phone!
TalkTales is intended for an audience 21 years and older. TalkTales promotes responsible drinking and absolutely no drinking and driving.
2019-01-1200 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineEp. 33: "When A Door Closes, A Cocktail Portal Opens" Featuring Angel and "Carla Cox."While Matt is on vacation the ladies keep TalkinTales!
Shana and Adhel were so stoked to interview Angel from the one and true, "The Cocktail Portal." Tune into to hear what it is like to create and operate a world class social media account about all things bartenders!
It truly was a special episode and was such a pleasure meeting about TalkingTales with Angel and our other special guest, "Carla Cox." An aspiring "bar star" who came all the way from Minnesota to show us her talents.
Grab yourselves something to sip on and Tune in to this bodacious episode!
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2019-01-0800 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineEp. 32: "The Antique Ferrari" Featuring Richard Swan and "Gertie West"Shana and Matt interview Sir Richard Swan from The Grand Bevy about his travels, a unique bar set up, a grand bar fight and of course the inventor of the "Antique Ferrari"
They are join my the talented "Gertie West" a semi-professional bar organ player. Tune in to hear some of her original hits popular among the best barfly's around.
TalkTales is intended for an audience 21 years and older and promote drinking responsibly and absolutely no drinking and driving.
2018-12-3000 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice Line"It's A TalkTales Miracle" At Miracle Bar in Pittsburgh PATeamTales travels to Pittsburgh, PA to record this very special holiday spectacular episode! While Shana wasn't feeling the xmas spirit, a few TalkTales miracles take place that change that twinkling in her tummy. Was it the Hunts ketchup? Tune in to find out!
With very special thanks to: Jimmy Jacubik, Greta Harper, Brown-Forman, Spencer Warren, Jordan Phillips, Miracle Bar Pittsburgh, The Warren, Adam our spirit animal and everyone that made this trip so special!
Now grab yourselves something to sip on and let's all go on a magical journey into the world of miracles!
TalkTales the Podcast is intended for...
2018-12-1900 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineEp. 31: "Twisted Metal Tiki" Featuring Sherwood Souzankari and Dr. ScienceShana and Matt interview Sherwood Souzankari from Beer Belly and now currently at Bar Tiki Tiki in Long Beach Ca. They talk tales of the LBC, historic facts and a knife fight. The Team is joined by a professor of facts, the one and only Dr. Science! (Played by Danielle Reynolds) Tune in to hear the most "educated" episode Team Tales has released yet!
TalkTales in intended for an audience 21 years of age or older. We promote responsible drinking and absolutely no drinking and driving!
2018-12-0300 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineEp. 30: "Bro I Would F@#* You!" Featuring Justin Irving and Jimmy JakubikShana and Matt interview Justin Irving a seasoned bartender and brand ambassador or Fair Spirits as well as a bonus bartender Jimmy Jakubik all the way from Pittsburgh PA. They tell stories about a drunk people love getting wet, a record scratching statement and life changing decisions.
Tune in, grab yourselves something to sip on and let go on a journey into the magical and sometimes crazy world of bartending!
TalkTales the Podcast is intended for an audience ages 21 years and older. We promote responsible drinking and absolutely no drinking and driving.
2018-11-3000 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineEp. 29: "Tip Your Bartender!" Featuring Colum Cunningham and Olive.Shana and substituting for Matt, Adhel sits in to interview Colum Cunningham! What a great time they had talking bar etiquette thoughts and advice, as well as a gnarly feral dog encounter.
They are joined by a surprise visit from a unique and unexpected guest, Olive, a simple bar olive on a not so simple mission.
Grab yourselves something to sip on, tune in and lets go on a magical journey into the world of bartending!
TalkTales is intended for an audience 21 years of age and older. We promote responsible drinking and absolutely no drinking and driving!
2018-11-2300 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LinePart 3: TalkTales at Tales of the Cocktail 2018Team Tales once again are re-visiting their amazing trip to Tales of the Cocktail 2018. This is the last episode of their three part series documenting their experiences, meeting new friends and bar industry pro's in New Orleans.
In this episode Shana and Matt interview:
Emily Easty (3-Legged Dog and nola local)
Erik Andersson (Hendricks Gin)
Marco Montefiori (Amaro Montenegro)
Piet van Leijenhorst (Master Distiller Bols Genever)
Laura Schacht (Rutte Distillery)
With Street Tales from:
Caitlin Patterson
Justin Dibble
and Katie Renshaw
TalkTales the Podcast truly had an amazing time at Tales of the Cocktail. New Orleans is a special place...
2018-11-0700 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineEp. 27: "Follow the Bartender Road" Featuring Robin Chopra and "Turnpike Tony"Shana and Matt interview Robin Chopra the amazing LA brand ambassador of Partida Tequila.
Tune in to hear stories about a politically intense cocktail competition as well as a bitter-sweet homage to the late-beloved and respected Anthony Bourdain.
With a surprise character "Turnpike Tony" (played by Ted Ringeisen) Where he's just checkin' in on his daughters crush...…..Matt!
TalkTales is intended for an audience 21 years of age and higher. TalkTales promotes responsible consumption of alcohol and absolutely no drinking and driving!
2018-11-0100 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineEp. 26: "Just Clownin' Around" Halloween Special. Featuring Denise Yolén and The Wolfman.Happy Halloween from Team Tales!
Shana and Matt have a few tricks and treats up their sleeves for this Halloween Special. They interview Denise Yolén about the scary world and bartending and the fears that go along with it.
The TalkTales crew is also joined by the savage, yet surprisingly charming monster, The Wolfman who tells his beastly tales.
Grab yourselves something tip sip on and join us for a spine-chilling ride into the ghostly world of bartending.
Iron Horse - Silent Film Dark by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/b...
2018-10-2400 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineEp. 25 "Move Fast but Never Run" Featuring Robbie Reza and Mark Gutterman of Bar MateoShana and Matt spend time with the dynamic duo, Robbie Reza and Mark Gutterman from Bar Mateo located in the Arts District of Los Angeles.
They sip on Mezcal, tell stories of: friendship, a large hand slap to the face and a slip of the finger.
Buckle up and definitely get yourselves something to sip on and let's all go on a journey into the crazy world of bartending.
TalkTales the Podcast is intended for an audience 21 years of age and older. We promote responsible drinking and absolutely no drinking and driving!
2018-10-1900 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LinePart 2: TalkTales at Tales of the Cocktail 2018This is the 2nd episode of a multi-part series covering Tales of the Cocktail in New Orleans. Shana and Matt share stories and experiences from the week they stayed in Nola.
In this episode they interview:
Allen Katz (NY Distilling Company)
David Maine (Happy Hour History)
JC Cunningham and "Young Chris" (Low Key Hospitality)
Joel Caruso (Australian Bitters)
Matt Klette (Redemption Distillery)
With Street Tales from:
Catalin Ayala (Babes Behind The Bar)
Aditya
and Jarrod "The Destroyer"
Settle in, grab yourselves something to sip on and let go on a magical journey into the world of bartending.
TalkTales is intended...
2018-10-0800 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineEp. 24: "I'm Drinking My Ancestors" Featuring Sara Choi, Tristan Uhl and HonchIn this episode Shana and Matt interview bar manager of 4100, Sara Choi and Compass Box brand ambassador/bar manager of The Resident, Tristan Uhl. Stories include a creepy bathroom encounter, celebrity encounters and the perspective of being a bar manager.
This week we introduce TalkTales newest team member, "Honch the One Armed Bouncer!" Played by Hunter Canedy.
Tune in weekly!!
TalkTales the Podcast is intended for an audience 21 and older.
2018-09-1500 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineEp. 23: "Ever Woke Up With Taco Bell On Your Belly?" Featuring Aaron Melendrez and "Jade Waters"In this episode Shana and Matt interview Aaron Melendrez , Bartender, Brand Ambassador of Ilegal Mezcal and Co-owner of Va'La Hospitality. A triple threat and heavy hitter of the LA bar industry!
Aaron shares his stories about infiltrating the LA bar scene and shares his experiences of how hard work and a lot of studying has shaped his success all of his creative endeavors.
With special guest "Jade Waters" (played by Shawn McKenna) Jade awakens our intuitions and brings some good vibes with a surprise podcast cleanse.
For more info and to contact Va'La consulting group for Aaron's expertise check out...
2018-09-0600 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineEp. 22: "The French Ran Away with the Spoon" Featuring Lane Compton and SatanShana and Matt interview Lane Compton from Bar Stella and talk stories about trial by fire, burning ice and an award winning beet. We are joined by a special TalkTales fan, the dark lord himself, Satan!
TalkTales is intended for a adult audience or 21 and over. Please drink responsibly.
2018-08-0200 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineEp. 21: "Pass the Bloody Bottle" Featuring Daniel Zarate and Baby Bartender***Advised for audiences 21 years of age and older***
Shana (and filling in for Matt)Adhel interview Daniel Zarate from Hearth and Hound about a bloody bottle situation, car share services saving the day and a bartenders perspective. With a special delivery "Baby Bartender" played be Allison Bryant, makes her debut, swaddled bar tools and all!
Tune in for this wild ride!
2018-07-2300 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineEp 20: "Tales to Tales" Live Performance Featuring Jessie Smyth, Bobby Lincoln and Mr. MartiniTales to Tales is TalkTales very first live show in front of an amazing audience. The crazy show took place at the one and only speakeasy (Shhhhhh) "The Stubborn Nail" Shana and Matt interviewed owners/creators/opperators/bartenders/all around amazing people, Jessie Smyth and Bobby Lincoln. With a surprise entrance by Mr, Martini himself (played by Riley Chandler) streamed through on his well crafted vessel "The S.S. Dirty Sue." Tune in to hear what a live audience witnessed! Thanks to all our sponsors and donations!
2018-07-1000 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineTinyTales an Educational Minisode with Avua CachacaShana, Matt and Adhel interview Pete Nevenglosky, Founder of "Tiki by the Sea" and Co-founder of Avua Cachaca, This is TalkTales very first TinyTales Educational Minisode! Tune in to learn about this beautiful Brazilian Spirit, Cachaca.
TinyTales is the new educational series being released by TalkTales. These minisodes Shana, Matt and Adhel dig into the nitty gritty of the spirit world. (were talking booze not the paranormal) Go ahead, settle in, grab yourself a Caipirinha, relax and lets go on a journey together into the tropical world of Cachaca!
2018-06-3000 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineEp 19: "Tales of Two Ladies" Featuring Jazz Jennings and Nancy Sanders.Shana and Matt interview Nancy Sanders and Jazz Jennings. Featuring the ladies from Crawfords, as well as Golden Golpher and 4100 Bar. We talk southern hospitality, health behind the bar and of course dog farts. Tune in to our first double bartender episode!!!
2018-06-2200 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineEP. 18: Robots Wear Pants. Featuring Otto Turner and Persona BlackAdhel, our mixtress is back! Shana and Matt interview bartender Otto Turner from Silverlake Wine about his stories involving a glass "half empty", a candle predicament and all the basics. Featuring the extremely talented performance artist, the one and only, Persona Black. Tune in Weekly!
2018-06-1500 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineEp. 17: Ain't Breakups Grand? Featuring Manuel "Manny" Nieves and Whiskey RichardShana and Matt interview Manual "Manny" Nieves from the DTLA's premier whiskey bar Seven Grand. We talk 213 (shout out!), a bar break up/face punch and of course an eager beaver. Whiskey Richard AKA "Whiskey Dick" (played by Riley Chandler)hangs with us through the episode and plays a new game, "Barades!"
2018-06-0700 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineEp. 16: Don't Do the Dew. Featuring Michael Worth and "Uncle Tommy."In this episode Shana and Matt interview bartender Michael Worth from LA bar P.Y.T. They talk veggie drinks, drink development and finger wounds behind the bar. All while "Uncle Tommy" sits in while he waits for his Mountain Dew. (Uncle Tommy played by Liam Gallogly)
2018-05-3000 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineEp. 15: Babes Behind the Bar. Featuring Catalin Ayala and "Bourbon Bob."Shana and Matt interview the creator of "Babes Behind the Bar," Catalin Ayala. We talk tales of an aggressive bar rep, the origin and events of Babes Behind the Bar and play a new game, "Hops Scotch." We welcome a new character "Bourbon Bob" (played by Ted Ringeisen) swinging by from Nashville, TN. Tune in!
2018-05-2200 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineEp. 14: Mama says, just smile. Mothers Day Special. Featuring Adam Coggins and "Kath" Henderson.Shana and Matt interview bartender Adam Coggins for this Mothers Day Special. We talk Moms, the first bar aggression experience, and how a smile will change your day and maybe the world. With an unexpected appearance from "Kath" Henderson.. Rose All Day!!!
Music: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music
2018-05-1000 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineEp. 13: Break Down the Drink Gender Wall! Featuring Bartender Rob McGee and "Dan the Everyday Man,"In this episode Shana and Matt interview bartender Rob McGee from Bibo Ergo Sum in Beverly Hills. We chat about drink genders, jugo de naranja and a bad ass muddler plus a bread knife defense system. With a drop in visit, all the way from Baton Rouge, Louisiana, it's "Dan, the Everyday Man." Tune in!
Music: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music
2018-04-2900 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineEp. 12: Don't Do the Crime but Still Pay the Time. Featuring Danny Cymbal and Little Boy Mergie.Matt and a drunk Shana, interview bartender/actor Danny Cymbal about working in the big apple, a wrongful accusation, and jail time. With a surprise underage guest, Little Boy Mergie, who has a large reveal.
2018-04-2400 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineEp. 11: A Bar-Back's Got Your Back. Featuring Chad Dennis and Your Gal CaraThis episode Shana and Matt interview bar-back Chad Dennis and hear stories about an undeserved b%tch slap, bar support and food juice. With special walk in guest Cara checking in to see what we're drinking!
2018-04-1900 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineEp. 10: Yelp me? Yelp you! A Yelp-isode. Featuring Leandro Pari Dimonriva and Jack Arlington.Shana and Matt interview bartender/creator of the hit YouTube show The Educated Barfly, Leandro Pari Dimonriva. They talk tales of a pooper, a bloody mess and they read personal bad yelp reviews. They are joined by Matt's "pal" a professional Yelp reviewer, Jack Arlington.
Music: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music
2018-04-0700 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineEp. 009: Jyah-Claude Vandamme. With Dylan Snyder and Bro Bro.This episode Shana and Matt interview a jack of all trades in the bar world, Dylan Snyder and his sidekick, "Bro Bro." We talk Jagermeister, bartender competitions, a jello pool and par-take in not just one moment of silence. Tune in to find out what the hell we are talking about!
2018-03-2600 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineEp. 008: I'm Not Drunk, I'm Just Drinkin. With Reed Cahill and Cocktail Nerd.Shana and Matt interview Baltimore bartender, Reed Cahill about a big move, a impromptu Séance and what's that smell? With guest appearance from Cocktail Nerd. Tune in!
2018-03-2100 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineEp. 007: St. Patricks Day Special. With bartender/recordin artist Ray Little and Sister Mary.Shana and Matt interview LA bartender/recording artist Ray Little about St. Patrick's Day, being a performer and a puke hat! Sister Mary graced us with her presence and knowledge of all things Saint Patrick! Sláinte!!!!!
2018-03-1200 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineEp. 005: What's a Shot-O-Matic? Featuring Cody Ingham and our Ol' Pal Tumble.Shana and Matt interview Cody Ingham from 33 Taps. They talk country clubs, a pontoon in the rain, and an "interesting dude." With special guests Dr. Science, Tilda Tumble and our Ol' Pal Tumble, a desert drifting moonshiner who goes where the wind won't. Tune in!
2018-02-2500 min
TalkTales: "Cheaper Than Therapy" Bartender Advice LineEp. 004: Gettin hit on by being hit on, Valentines Day Special. With Andrew Asper and Stupid Cupid.Shana and Matt interview bartender Andrew Asper about love, loss and of course, tinder from a bartenders perspective on our Valentines Day episode spectacular! With a special, surprise fly in guest, Stupid Cupid making his debut!
2018-02-1900 min