Best Absinthe Podcasts (2025)

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Absinthe || Ep. 54 1:04:07

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Shall we meet The Green Fairy together? ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ To contact me: Send business emails to [email protected] OR leave me a voicemail here: https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/306880/2/7ae0qr74z4jx5evg __________________________________ To leave a one-time donation: https://ko-fi.com/wishamaya __________________…

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Alcohology - "Christmas Cranberry Whiskey Sour" 5:50

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Send us a text Josh and Matt bring you visions of a bright red glass, a room full of friends, and a recipe that earns its place at the table—our cranberry whiskey sour brings seasonal flavor to a timeless form while telling the story of how a humble template shaped cocktail culture. We start with the build: rye for spice, cranberry for tart depth, …

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The Christmas Spider & The Origin of Tinsel || Christmas 2025 || Ep.53 27:27

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Please enjoy this very special Christmas 2025 roundup of folklore, followed by my re-telling of the origin of tinsel, one of my favorite folktales - The Christmas Spider. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ To contact me: Send business emails to [email protected] OR leave me a voicemail here: https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/306880…

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Is Your Cinnamon Fake? Where Does Kefir Come From? Plus: Why Is Citric Acid In Everything? Ask Gastropod! 42:33

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The season for holiday baking is upon us, and before you spice up your cookies and pies, you’ll probably want to know: is most of the cinnamon on grocery store shelves actually fake? That’s one question we’re investigating this week on behalf of you, dear listeners, in the latest installment of our popular Ask Gastropod series! This episode, we've …

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Christmas Trivia and Name That Tune 2025 1:10:26

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Send us a text A frosty glass, a warm toast, trivia, and a roomful of music nerds trying not to cry-laugh over a slide whistle—our holiday special brings the good stuff. We start with a cookies-and-cream Sugarlands concoction and buttery-nipple shots poured into Matt's Grandpa’s vintage shot glass set, then raise a heartfelt toast to departed frien…

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Newgrange & The Light of Winter || Solstice 2025 || Ep. 53 38:36

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In this episode we explore the festival of Alban Arthan, the marvel of Newgrange, and how they relate to the winter solstice! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ To contact me: Send business emails to [email protected] OR leave me a voicemail here: https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/306880/2/7ae0qr74z4jx5evg _________________________…

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Winter Whispers || Snow Superstitions & Seasonal Signs || Ep. 52 50:26

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In this episode we explore winter superstitions and how to engage with Winter energy in simple ways that inspire wonder & connection! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ To contact me: Send business emails to [email protected] OR leave me a voicemail here: https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/306880/2/7ae0qr74z4jx5evg _________________…

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Forget Plain Vanilla: You'll Never See The World's Favorite Flavor the Same Way Again 50:45

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Today, 'vanilla' often means boring, and yet the edible seedpod of this Central American orchid is one of the most expensive spices in the world, not to mention one of the most popular flavors globally. So how did this coveted bean get such a ho-hum reputation? Listen in this episode as Gastropod travels to vanilla's homeland in the highlands of Ve…

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December Almanac || Supermoon & Solstice || Ep. 50 22:08

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In this episode we'll explore the astro weather for the final Full Moon and Wishing Moon of 2025, as well as the Winter Solstice. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ To contact me: Send business emails to [email protected] OR leave me a voicemail here: https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/306880/2/7ae0qr74z4jx5evg _____________________…

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The Forgotten Rivers of Hades || Shadow Work w/ Water Magic || Ep. 49 32:02

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In this episode we explore the lesser known rivers of Hades and their magic and mystery! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ To contact me: Send business emails to [email protected] OR leave me a voicemail here: https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/306880/2/7ae0qr74z4jx5evg __________________________________ To leave a one-time donatio…

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Alcohology - "Buffalo Trace" 8:15

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Send us a text A herd of buffalo carved a path across Kentucky, and that same path led to one of the most storied distilleries in America. We follow that trail from frontier stills to a modern distillery campus, unpacking how Buffalo Trace became a benchmark for bourbon history, science, and hype—often all in the same bottle. We start with the unli…

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From Fountain of Youth to Fruit on the Bottom: How Yoghurt Finally Made it Big in America 50:45

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Yoghurt is the most diverse section of the dairy case: from Icelandic skyr to creamy Australian, and fruity French Yoplait to full-fat Greek. With something to suit every palate, plus a dose of microbes to support healthy digestion, yoghurt is a staple food in the US, hero of a million smoothies, berry bowls, and snack breaks every day. Which is wh…

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Household Spirits || Ep. 48 49:30

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In this episode we explore some household spirits from around the globe! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ To contact me: Send business emails to [email protected] OR leave me a voicemail here: https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/306880/2/7ae0qr74z4jx5evg __________________________________ To leave a one-time donation: https://ko-fi…

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Orange Dreams and Sugerlands Distilling Sippin' Creams 32:44

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Send us a text A special thank you to the Sugarlands Distilling Company for sending us 4 jars of their sipping create and a bottle of High Rock Vodka! Andy, Rob and Siobhan join Matt to line up four Sugarlands Sippin’ Cream flavors—Orange Dream, Peanut Butter, Birthday Cake, and Eggo Waffles Brunch in a Jar—taste them straight, then put them throug…

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The Philosopher's Path Pt.3 || Neoplatonism & Theurgy || Ep. 47 13:00

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In this episode we finish up the philosopher's path miniseries by undertanding the basis of Neoplatonism and Theurgy & how they've shaped modern magical practices. (: To contact me: Send business emails to [email protected] OR leave me a voicemail here: https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/306880/2/7ae0qr74z4jx5evg ______________________________…

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Episode 10 - The Average Length of a Man 1:10:33

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We finally hit record again and immediately derail into Halloween chaos, Christmas lights, the Montreal Cognitive Assessment, dyslexia, British lit trauma and the eternal question: what is the actual average height and, uh, you know. It's peak Absinthe Fathers energy — dumb quizzes, sincere dad-life and bits that go way too far and somehow land any…

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Yes, You Really Can Make Food From Thin Air—And We Tried It 48:19

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Every second of every day, plants on earth do something miraculous: they take the carbon dioxide from air and turn it into food. With very few exceptions, everything we eat starts out that way. But what if we wanted to cut out the middlemen, re-wild all those fields full of wheat and corn, and manufacture dinner directly from the atmosphere ourselv…

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Snakes & Storms || Ep. 46 21:30

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In this episode we explore Snake Medicine through the lens of a Slavic myth of Veles and Perun. To contact me: Send business emails to [email protected] OR leave me a voicemail here: https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/306880/2/7ae0qr74z4jx5evg __________________________________ To leave a one-time donation: https://ko-fi.com/wishamaya ________…

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The Moon & Crumb || Samhain 2025 Special || Ep. 46 6:26

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BONUS EPISODE! Enjoy this (kid friendly) Samhain story, intended to be a modern fairytale for your cozy enjoyment. <3 To contact me: Send business emails to [email protected] OR leave me a voicemail here: https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/306880/2/7ae0qr74z4jx5evg __________________________________ To leave a one-time donation: https://ko-fi.…

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Corpse Roads || Ep. 45 22:37

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Grab your laterns! Today, we're taking the road less travelled. Turns out the highwy to Hell is more of a ... footpath? To contact me: Send business emails to [email protected] OR leave me a voicemail here: https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/306880/2/7ae0qr74z4jx5evg __________________________________ To leave a one-time donation: https://ko-f…

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Pizza Pizza! 46:10

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At last, an episode on pizza! But that raises a tricky question: what exactly is pizza? As it turns out, the original pizzas from eighteenth-century Naples looked nothing like a standard slice—they were more like a focaccia, topped with oil, herbs, anchovies, or whatever else was on hand. Even after these first pizzas met the tomato, the dish was a…

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Lights, Camera, Spirits! "Are You Afraid of the Dark?" 1:13:35

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Send us a text Strike a match, pour a fall old fashioned, and settle in for a Halloween watch-along that blends 90s chills with grown-up sips. Andy, Chris, Rob, and Siobhan join Matt and cue up two Are You Afraid of the Dark standouts—The Tale of the Shiny Red Bicycle and The Tale of the Ghastly Grinner—and unpack why these kid-friendly scares stil…

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Feral & Free || The Night Hag || Ep. 44 16:47

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In this episode we'll learn about Night Hags and how this wild archetype fits into a magical practice. To contact me: Send business emails to [email protected] OR leave me a voicemail here: https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/306880/2/7ae0qr74z4jx5evg __________________________________ To leave a one-time donation: https://ko-fi.com/wishamaya _…

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Episode 9: My Owner Beats Me 53:23

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Andy gifts Kyle a children’s book with a very unfortunate title — “My Owner Beats Me” — and what follows is an unhinged, dramatic reading of a not-so-innocent dog story. From colon cleanse disasters to grocery shopping meltdowns, allergic cats and kids’ side hustles, the guys spiral into a mix of bodily regrets, domestic chaos and nostalgic dad tal…

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Everything You Know About Metabolism Is Wrong 48:00

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Rocket Rankings "Stout Beer Tasting" 1:12:03

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Send us a text Christa, Josh, and The Fish join Matt for a casual stout tasting that quickly transforms into a fascinating exploration of craft brewing's darkest frontier. Diving headfirst into ten distinct stouts ranging from modest 5% session-friendly options to formidable 14.2% bourbon barrel-aged behemoths, our panel discovers that ABV numbers …

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Scream With Me! || The Banshee || Ep. 43 35:51

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Happy Spooktober everyone!! So good to be back (: To contact me: Send business emails to [email protected] OR leave me a voicemail here: https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/306880/2/7ae0qr74z4jx5evg __________________________________ To leave a one-time donation: https://ko-fi.com/wishamaya __________________________________ Follow me on instag…

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Episode 8: Jordan Plugs His Butt 48:16

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Streamer chaos meets dad-life confessions. Andy and Kyle welcome their internet-degenerate friend Jordan for a rapid-fire hang about Twitch culture (subs vs. bits, “F***ed Up Friday,” Rocket League humbling), the cursed “six seven” meme invading elementary schools, and whether spanking actually works (spoiler: no). We also get Andy’s unbelievable a…

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Episode 7: Kyle Gets Married 1:01:40

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Kyle is officially a married man—and the Absinthe Fathers have stories. From wedding speeches gone off the rails (including a fake ChatGPT-written bit) to ring talk, tattoos, roasts that never happened, and a few surprises at the reception, Andy and Kyle break down the chaos and comedy of the big day. Plus: Jordan passes out, Cameron stirs drama wi…

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Durian Delight and Feijoa Fun: Adventures in Banned, Forgotten, and Unusual Fruit 50:46

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This week on Gastropod, a feast of fruits! Specifically, feijoa and durian—and, if you haven’t heard of either, you’re not alone. Unlike the ubiquitous strawberry or banana, durian and feijoa are only popular in a handful of countries and almost unknown in the US, and we wanted to know why—especially because the people who love them really love the…

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Oh, How They Shine || Mabon 2025 Special 7:31

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SURPRISE! This is my Equinox / Mabon gift to you, a modern folktale about the equinox that everyone can share in. This story is intended to be shared around the hearth, the table, or the bonfire so that we can consider the energy of the equinox, and how it shows up in our own lives at the time of sharing. Many blessings, x Wish To contact me: Send …

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56. Roll for Cocktail Part 2 "The Dice Taketh Away" 32:23

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Send us a text Chris, Josh, and Siobhan join Matt as fate takes control of the cocktail shaker in this hilarious second round of our drink-based Russian roulette. Armed with nothing but dice and questionable courage, Matt and friends submit themselves to the whims of chance as they roll for cocktail ingredients that no sane bartender would ever com…

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Talking Taco 43:01

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Whether or not it's Tuesday, tacos pretty much always hit the spot—and not just in their homeland in Mexico. These days, the taco can be found all over the world, although it's acquired some strange new fillings along the way, from French fries to canned corn. It's hard to imagine something so universal having to be invented—but, in fact, the taco …

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Episode 6 Part Two: The Penis Transplant List 1:21:33

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In this wild continuation, Andy and Kyle are joined again by the Nickster and Gay Cameron for Episode 6, Part Two of Absinthe Fathers. The crew rewinds to 2016 to tell the story of how a Trump rally led to front-row seats, signed merch and one unforgettable handshake. From political chaos to the bizarre reality of a "penis transplant list," the con…

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Roll for Cocktail Part 1 "The Dice Giveth" 33:51

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Send us a text Prepare to enter a tavern where fate determines what's in your glass! In this hilarious and chaotic episode, Chris, Josh, and Siobhan join Matt to play "Roll for Cocktail," a Dungeons & Dragons-inspired drinking game where dice decide every element of their drinks—from base spirits to garnishes. The adventure begins with dramatic cha…

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Alcohology - "Absinthe" 6:39

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Send us a text The mysterious Green Fairy beckons you into a world where art, controversy, and botanical alchemy collide. Absinthe has captivated and terrified in equal measure throughout its storied history, and we're pulling back the emerald veil to reveal what makes this spirit so enduringly fascinating. Discover the botanical trinity that forms…

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Episode 6 Part One: Gay Tech Support 47:41

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In this episode of Absinthe Fathers, Andy and Kyle are joined by two very different but equally chaotic guests—Nikki and Cameron—for a wild ride of stories, bits, and debates. From sneaker obsessions and old-school viral YouTube videos to Bartlesville gossip, dead body discoveries, and the invention of “Gay Tech Support,” no topic is off-limits. Ex…

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Equinox Hiatus Announcement! 1:52

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Wishcrafting is taking a short break through the Autumnal Equinox. We'll be back in action October 6th!

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Episode 5: Our Male Celebrity Crushes 1:21:05

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What do Tom Hanks, Paul Walker, Will Smith and Adam Driver have in common? They all come up in this wildly unfiltered episode of Absinthe Fathers. Andy, Kyle and special guest Ashlee dive into their most surprising celebrity crushes (male and female), play the world's most chaotic word association game and somehow end up debating South Park, Trump'…

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Tomatoes: A Love Story 50:48

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The tomato is Gastropod’s favorite flavor of summer, and we’re not alone: today, it’s the most popular vegetable on the planet, despite the fact that it's technically a fruit. But, until a couple of hundred years ago, the tomato wasn't really anyone's favorite. In South America, where the tomato originates, no one even bothered to domesticate it; i…

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Our Unbothered Queen || The Maple Tree || Ep. 42 17:44

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Lessons from The Maple Tree, and how to start a relationship with the radiant, patient, confident Queen! (An intro to Maple energy.) To contact me: Send business emails to [email protected] OR leave me a voicemail here: https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/306880/2/7ae0qr74z4jx5evg __________________________________ To leave a one-time donation:…

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Episode 4: I'm a man, I'm 40 1:18:05

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It’s official: Andy’s 40, Kyle’s still not, and the Absinthe Fathers are celebrating with a pint of Guinness (straight from Dublin) and a healthy dose of existential dread. This episode is a chaotic mix of midlife reflections, Irish travel stories, Guinness appreciation, climbing an un-climbable mountain, awkward run-ins with locals, and a deep div…

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Subtle Protection Magick for the Broom Closet (& Beyond) || Ep. 42 30:20

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Let's discuss some options for subtle protection magick for those of us who are closeted or at risk in the modern age of 2025. __________________________________ Chaotic Witch Aunt Veils: https://chaoticwitchaunt.com/collections/veils?srsltid=AfmBOorhJsP8NqUry2rswgaXr4VayUsuAG3bfnOenA6KqlUI6WGZwJ3P To contact me: Send business emails to wishandwhim…

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Episode 3: Circus Pianists 1:29:49

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In this absolutely unhinged episode of Absinthe Fathers, Andy and Kyle welcome their very first guest — Michael, the mysterious friend who shows up and shows out. Fueled by absinthe and nostalgia, the trio dives into blind rankings of questionable people (yes, including Disney Adults and the Viet Cong), Amish home tours, cursed candies, white peopl…

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The Most Dangerous Fruit in America 45:20

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It's the epitome of summertime: there’s nothing like a cold, juicy slice of red watermelon on a swelteringly hot day. But, once upon a time, watermelons were neither red nor sweet—the wild watermelon has white flesh and a bitter taste. This episode, we scour Egyptian tombs, decaying DNA, and ancient literature in search of watermelon's origins. The…

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HDWGB - "Orange Crushes and Fish Stories" 40:47

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Send us a text Christa, Josh, and The Fish join Matt to explore how the first sip can transport you back to great memories. From a campfire, to the bar that saved a girls' weekend in Ocean City, or back to college hallway where your nickname was born in the craziest way possible. "A good drink can be an experience, and a good experience can call fo…

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The Song of Lughnasadh || Ep. 41 21:07

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A special episode for Lughnasadh 2025. (: This audio may sound slightly different as I have only JUST moved and my studio is not set up yet. Thanks for your patience, and I hope you enjoy this adventure. Happy Lughnasadh!

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Episode 2: Kick Him in the Nuts 1:14:36

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Kyle drinks a 12-pack and spirals into a hilarious existential crisis about respect, friendship, and sacred nut-kicking diplomacy. Andy tries to play therapist but ends up co-hosting a divine Dungeons & Dragons one-shot where Kyle’s choices are... unfortunate. We discuss loyalty, photography, parenting in the age of TikTok, and how to win Godzilla …

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Aphrodite's Sacred Groves || The Myrtle Tree || Ep. 40 23:02

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In this episode we explore the Myrtle Tree, sacred to Aphrodite and a powerhouse of an evergreen. __________________________________ To contact me: Send business emails to [email protected] OR leave me a voicemail here: https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/306880/2/7ae0qr74z4jx5evg __________________________________ To leave a one-time donation:…

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Episode 1: Apocalypse Licker 1:02:56

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Welcome to the inaugural episode of Absinthe Fathers. Andy and Kyle dive headfirst into the absurd and relatable, starting with their questionable choice of "apocalypse liquor" — a truly vile bottle of absinthe saved for the end times. From Kyle’s retired rap career to the personal life of their friend Cameron, no topic is off-limits. They explore …