Best Beering Aint Easy Podcasts (2025)

We sit down with Sean Monahan of the soulful trio Gale Bird to talk about the band’s latest singles — “Lookie Here,” “I Still Do,” and “Roses” — and how they’re carving out a sound rooted in honesty and heart. Sean opens up about the band’s beginnings, the meaning behind the name Gale Bird, and how his partnership with Josh Gale helped shape their …

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Ep. 147 Say it ain't so Chuck E. [The fall cranberry Paloma] 1:11:42

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Send us a text We talk about car maintenance, snap benefits, AI taking jobs and that villian Chuck E. Support the showBy Seth and Scott

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Magnolia Boulevard on Their Debut Album, Appalachian Roots & Staying True to Their Sound 59:16

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We sit down with Maggie Noelle and Ryan Allen of Magnolia Boulevard to talk about their long-awaited self-titled debut LP, Magnolia Boulevard, out November 28. From their Appalachian roots to their signature blend of rock, soul, and blues, they share how the band found its sound and stayed true to its vision. Maggie and Ryan open up about the journ…

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Ep. 146 Heist and Soda [The Black widow cocktail] 1:00:36

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Send us a text We imbibe a Halloween cocktail, talk about the new trend of heisting jewels, mosquitos where they should not be and much more. Support the showBy Seth and Scott

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Ashley Wineland on 'Loving You is Easy', life on the road & doing it her way 1:04:01

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We chat with Ashley Wineland, rising country star, about her latest single “Loving You Is Easy.” From her Arizona roots and love for the outdoors to launching her music career at just age 14, Ashley shares how her journey has shaped the authentic stories behind her songs. She talks about writing an upbeat anthem that celebrates “love gone right,” c…

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Ep. 145 Comedy Hater and the Vomit [The Blackthorn Cocktail] 1:14:53

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Send us a text In this episode we talk more about the Riyadh comedy festival, Scot get violently ill and much more nonsense. Support the showBy Seth and Scott

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Chris Rafter talks debut album RAFTER, “Havertown” & sharing his story 49:49

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Singer-songwriter Chris Rafter talks about his debut album RAFTER and the stories behind songs like his breakout single “Havertown.” He shares how growing up in Philadelphia shaped his music, when he discovered his love for the guitar, and the moments that inspired him to pursue music as a career. Chris opens up about recording RAFTER in two row ho…

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Ep. 144 Hot Beer, Hot Beer over here! [The spaghett or poor man's spritz] 53:47

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Send us a text We drink something that doesn't sound good, but surprisingly is awesome! Talk about a fake conspiracy theory, Sir Gary Oldman and much more. Support the showBy Seth and Scott

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Austin Meade talks new album Almost Famous, ambition & life on the road 54:38

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Ep. 143 Blather and Pounds [Black Velvet Cocktail] 1:00:59

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Send us a text We have a beer cocktail the government shutdown, weight loss drugs and as always annoy each other. Support the showBy Seth and Scott

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Ep. 142 This is the future [The Barron Cocktail] 56:09

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Send us a text We talk about Dodo birds, exoskeletons and power armour, and the stupidity of blaming Tylenol without any proof. Support the showBy Seth and Scott

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Eddie and The Getaway talk Tumbleweeds & Nicotine, hitting the road & what's next 47:58

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Eddie Eberle of Eddie and The Getaway joins us to talk about their brand-new Tumbleweeds & Nicotine EP, out now. From growing up in Michigan and Arizona to moving to Nashville right before the pandemic, Eddie shares the journey that shaped his sound and career. We dive into his early influences, the unforgettable moment U2’s Bono inspired him to ch…

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Ep.141 Chimpanzee dive bars [The Belmont cocktail] 51:51

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Send us a text Being immortal, Drunk Monkeys, Mars and bad segues. Support the showBy Seth and Scott

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Brandon Wisham on 'Pain Won't Last', journey to Nashville and new music 49:36

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Rising country artist and songwriter Brandon Wisham joins us to talk about his journey from small-town South Carolina to Nashville’s fast-moving music scene. From writing his first song “Pain Won’t Last” after the loss of his father, to catching the attention of Bailey Zimmerman on TikTok, Brandon shares how those early moments shaped his career an…

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Ep. 140 The Creamy Escape [The Alexander Cocktail] 50:43

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Send us a text We steer away from all the crap that is happening in the world and play some fun games. Support the showBy Seth and Scott

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Corey Congilio on blues roots, new EP & betting on himself 48:50

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We sit down with Nashville-based singer-songwriter and guitarist Corey Congilio to talk about his new 6-song EP, A Good Place To Start. Corey shares the story of how the blues became the heart of his music, from early influences and legendary artists to shaping his own sound as both a sideman and now a solo artist. With over 25 years of experience …

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Ep. 139 Pure Fire [The Addington Cocktail] 59:48

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Send us a text We continue our dive into the Savoy Cocktail book, and talk about what is and not relevant in our lives. Please Try out Matelskifamilyfarm.com and enjoy 50% off your first order with code FB50. Support the showBy Seth and Scott

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The Last Revel on Gone for Good, reuniting & evolving their sound 54:40

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We chat with Lee Henke and Ryan Acker of The Last Revel to talk about their latest album Gone for Good. They open up about the band’s early days, their 2019 hiatus, and how stepping away ultimately reignited their passion for making music together. They share stories behind the new record—from working with Dave Simonett of Trampled by Turtles to th…

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Ep.138 Getting Swifty with it. [The Abby Cocktail] 56:51

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Send us a text We make and drink another 1930's cocktail from the Savoy cocktail book. Talk about comedians selling out, college football, and gambling, alligator alcatraz being shutdown and and who we would replace each other with. Support the showBy Seth and Scott

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Jess Moskaluke on I Ain’t Country, her journey & what’s next 43:56

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Country artist/songwriter Jess Moskaluke opens up about her journey from small-town Saskatchewan to the global stage, sharing the inspiration behind her bold new single “I Ain’t Country”. Jess reflects on growing up surrounded by music, becoming the first female artist since Shania Twain to earn Canadian Platinum status with “Cheap Wine and Cigaret…

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Ep 137 WTF is happening [The Affinity Cocktail] 48:44

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Send us a text We are starting a journey with the Savoy Hotel cocktail book. We talk about California and Texas and the fight to retain seats in Congress, Nebraska's new concentration camp and Hollywood news. Support the showBy Seth and Scott

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Clayton Mullen on Varsity Blues, Nashville journey & bucket-list venues 32:22

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Country artist and songwriter Clayton Mullen opens up about his newest project, Varsity Blues, and why it’s his most personal work yet. He talks about the inspiration behind the title track written by Ryan Hurd, the anthemic sound of “Blue,” and how his music has evolved since his debut album Where The Time Goes. Clayton also reflects on his journe…

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Ep.136 "I don't practice Sangria" [Sangria] 57:14

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Send us a text We drink Sangria and get wine buzzed. Talk about bike riding and Movies and Seth gets sleepy and grouchy. Support the showBy Seth and Scott

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Josh Ross talks ‘Single Again’ success, Akon collab & new album 39:21

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Country artist and songwriter Josh Ross joins Bar Conversations to talk about his journey from Burlington, Ontario, to Nashville, and the release of his album Later Tonight (out Sept. 19). He shares how football injuries shifted his dream from the CFL to music, the impact of growing up in Canada, and what it was like to top the U.S. country charts …

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Ep. 135 ICE ICE MAYBE? [The Mexican firing squad cocktail] 48:38

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Send us a text We enjoy Tequila, and talk the wrong doings in America and who should play Dumbledore in the new Harry Potter series. Support the showBy Seth and Scott

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July Moon on “What A Woman Should Be” & their bold new era 37:56

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July Moon – the trio of Piper Bateman, Page Mackenzie, and Braelyn Watt – joins us for a spirited conversation about their new single “What A Woman Should Be”, the evolution of their sound, and what it means to be a woman in country music today.We talk about the group’s formation, the story behind the name July Moon, and how each member’s unique ba…

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The Bee Side - Silly Gooses with Evan Watson of Plan Bee Farm Brewery 1:18:49

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Greg and Kara Jo are hanging with Evan Watson - co-owner / farmer / brewer / beekeeper of Plan Bee Farm Brewery. Evan is one of the sweetest and most unique people we've ever met. His stories about getting into the music industry out of college (cough cough touring with Meatloaf) and eventually making some of the best beer in the country are fascin…

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Ep. 134 Peachy Genes [Georgia Ranch water] 56:07

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Send us a text Today we try out the amazing, super sweet and super refreshing take on a classic southern beverage, the Georgia Ranchwater! We enjoy this citrus wonder with a peach twist and chat about the latest episode of Southpark, Controversies galore, an archiac and evil law from the past, and much much more! Support the show…

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Kyle Hollingsworth Talks New Album ‘All We Are’ & Life Beyond the Stage 41:02

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Kyle Hollingsworth joins us to talk all things music, beer, and creativity as he gets ready to release his new solo album All We Are on August 1. Known for his decades with The String Cheese Incident, Kyle opens up about this deeply personal and experimental new project, why it’s his boldest music yet, and how stepping into new sonic and lyrical te…

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EP. 133 Helter-Seltzer [Summer Seltzer] 57:12

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Send us a text Welcome back to the last installment of our summer seltzer series, where we try the last on our list and create our ranking. We talk about a week of Hollywood deaths, try to assign a liquor to each month, and much more! Support the showBy Seth and Scott

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Lucas Hoge Talks ‘Book About Me’, Season 6 of Hoge Wild & more 55:41

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Lucas Hoge joins us as he celebrates the release of his brand-new album Book About Me and the launch of Season 6 of Hoge Wild on the Sportsman Channel. We chat about how he balances life on stage and on the camera while creating music that reflects his journey from small-town Nebraska to global adventures.Lucas shares the inspiration behind his dee…

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Ep. 40 - Summer on the Farm 1:41:28

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It is SUMMER and the farm is crankin'! Bee wise we're talking: honey, pulling honey frames, crowded hives, requeening, angry bees, excluders, rearranging bee boxes and more! Farm wise we're talking: meat bird success with fermented feed, mushroom log cultivation, making seasonal liqueurs and finishing up with a Herb Corner about calendula. Enjoy! T…

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Ep 132 Summer Time Rolls on [Seltzer reviews] 1:06:00

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Send us a text We try 8 Seltzers, and rank them, talk about Ryan Trahan's fund raiser for St. Judes Cancer Research Hospital, Costco and steak and the awesome Luke Matelski. https://matelskifamilyfarm.com https://50-states-in-50-days.experience.stjude.org/ Support the showBy Seth and Scott

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Jay Webb on faith, viral songs & his new album ‘Where To Find Me’ 35:41

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🎙️ Jay Webb, Alabama-born country singer-songwriter, joins us ahead of his upcoming album Where To Find Me, dropping July 25. We dive into his journey — from self-producing songs in his bedroom to racking up over 2 million fans and landing a publishing deal with Sony Music. Jay opens up about how faith, family, and Southern roots shaped his life an…

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Ep. 131 Summer Seltzers [Seltzer variety taste taste] 54:34

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Send us a text Today, we celebrate Scott's birthday and continue our Series on Summer seltzers, ranking the best of the many seltzers available worldwide. We talk about a wonderful charity effort taking place across the country, promising movies on the horizon, and much, much more! Support the showBy Seth and Scott

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Grant Gilbert on 'West of Fort Worth' and his Texas roots 39:26

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🎸 Texas country artist and songwriter Grant Gilbert is back with us to talk about his new album, West of Fort Worth, out now. We catch up since our last chat in 2022 and dive into his journey — from growing up on a cattle ranch in small-town Santo, Texas, to building a music career with grit, heart, and a whole lot of hustle.Grant shares how early …

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Ep. 130 Birthday's and Bummers [-196 Seltzer] 44:44

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Send us a text In this episode we wish Seth a Happy birthday, talk about the Texas tragedy and upcoming movies and series on streaming services. Support the showBy Seth and Scott

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MoonShroom on ‘Take a Trip,’ Grassadelic Twang & Creative Freedom 55:18

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🎶 Psychedelic folk-country duo MoonShroom — made up of Lily B Moonflower and Jake Keegan — join the show to talk about their debut album, Take a Trip, out now. We dive into their musical roots, the story behind forming MoonShroom in 2022, and how they crafted their signature “grassadelic twang” sound that blends rock, bluegrass, indie folk, and Ame…

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Ep. 129 Bonding with the Best [ Cucumber Lemonade Gin Punch] 47:28

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Send us a text Join us for another week of livations as we settle into summer with an incredibly refreshing cucumber-infused gin lemonade! We discuss Australian James Bond, poorly describe movie plots, praise Lucille Ball, and much much more! Support the showBy Seth and Scott

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Austin Snell Talks ‘Miles,’ Songwriting, and His Journey from the Air Force to Nashville 41:48

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Country rocker Austin Snell joins us to talk about his latest single, Miles, and everything he’s been up to since dropping his debut album, Still Bleeding. We dive into life on and off the stage — from his Air Force days and first guitar, to growing up in Georgia, and how a few risks led him to a record deal and the Grand Ole Opry stage. Austin sha…

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Ep. 128 Cera-Esque [SR #1] 49:08

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Send us a text Today, we experiment with an upcoming cocktail creation, complain about dastardly heat waves, discuss Animal Farm remakes, trade backhanded blows, and much more! Support the showBy Seth and Scott

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The Ries Brothers talk ‘Golden Sun,’ working with 311’s Nick Hexum, their Florida roots & more 45:59

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The Ries Brothers — Charlie and Kevin Jordan — join the show to talk about their latest single, Golden Sun, featuring Nick Hexum of 311. We dive into their journey as brothers and bandmates, from playing Florida bars as teens to being discovered by the band Chicago, and how they’ve grown as artists along the way.The brothers share what it’s like co…

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Ep. 127 Sittin' with the Sun [Ft. Sunny Jo Loudin] 1:06:48

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Send us a text Today, we speak with Sunny Jo Loudin, an incredible musician and member of the Seattle-based band SunRust, and she has traveled the world sharing her voice and battled through harrowing odds to grow into what she is today. Join us and learn of Sunny's incredible story and check out her music at SunRusts YouTube channel Support the sh…

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Kolby Cooper talks ‘Love You, Goodnight,’ dad life, songwriting & more 35:10

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Country singer-songwriter Kolby Cooper joins the show to talk about his newest album, Love You, Goodnight, and his journey as one of country music’s rising stars. We cover everything from life on the road and being a young dad, to growing up in Texas, writing raw, emotional songs, and crafting break-up anthems while happily married. Kolby also give…

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Ep. 126 Reefer Madness [Sea Breeze] 54:00

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Send us a text This week, we get into June and throw back to the 80s with the simple and refreshing SeaBreeze Cocktail! We talk about the wonders of charcoal grilling, improvise our excuses to get out of a ticket, rage about hemp, and much more! Support the showBy Seth and Scott

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Tyler Booth talks new EP ‘Downtown,’ engagement, Kentucky Roots & more 38:13

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Kentucky country artist Tyler Booth joins the show to talk about his upcoming EP, Downtown, dropping June 27. We dive into everything from his recent engagement and the story behind “Talkin’ White Trash,” to growing up in Kentucky, how a music scholarship changed his path, and what it’s been like traveling and building his career.Tyler also shares …

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Ep. 125 The Warriors come to play [Georgia Mule) 46:56

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Send us a text This week, we try a new take on the classic mule, the Georgia Peach Mule! We get a call from Texas, talk warriors, swift, sleep, and much much more! Support the showBy Seth and Scott

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Ep. 124 Moon Rock Heist [Clover Club Cocktail] 1:04:10

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Send us a text Today, we take it way back before prohibition for a lovely, tart, and high-falutin' drink: The Clover Club Cocktail! We talk Belechiks young chick, Blimps coming back in style, Ye's resension, and much more! Visit Liquor.com to view the recipe and drink along with us! Support the showBy Seth and Scott

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Randall King 38:32

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Country artist Randall King is now a proud papa and staying busy musically too. We chat with Randall about becoming a dad, whether he ever drew those four Uno cards, how life has changed, why he made Into the Neon Unplugged, his love of music, getting to travel, where he hopes to play, what's next and so much more. Jonathan's Drinking: RD1 Kentucky…