Best Learningaboutbourbon Podcasts (2025)

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The Whiskey Trip - Season 3, Episode 45 - Tony Formby, Owner - Acre Distilling 1:03:01

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This week, Big Chief heads into the rough-and-rowdy heart of Fort Worth, Texas, where legends were born and outlaws once ruled the night. Deep in the infamous Hell's Half Acre, he finds himself at Acre Distilling, a distillery that honors the city's wild past and bold spirit. Big Chief sits down with Tony Formby, one of the driving forces behind Ac…

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The Whiskey Trip - Season 3, Episode 44 - Mike Sherman, Owner & VP - Vendome Copper & Brass Works 1:01:37

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This week, Big Chief sits down with Mike Sherman, one of the owners of Vendome Copper & Brass Works, the legendary Louisville-based company that has been crafting copper stills and distillation systems since 1903. For more than a century, Vendome has been the backbone of American whiskey, shaping the character and flavor of spirits made by the coun…

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Season 6, Episode 34: Troy Bolotnick, Founder & CEO - Filmland Spirits 1:12:40

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In this Episode of The Bourbon Life Podcast, Matt and Mark spend some time hanging out with Troy Bolotnick, Founder & CEO, of Filmland Spirits. They talk with Troy about his past life as a writer in LA in the entertainment industry, the unique stories that Filmland embraces for each of their releases, and what the future of the brand looks like. Th…

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The Whiskey Trip - Season 3, Episode 43 - Alex Castle, Master Distiller - Augusta Distillery 1:02:52

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This week, Big Chief rolls into Augusta, Kentucky, to sit down with one of bourbon's baddest trailblazers, Master Distiller Alex Castle of Augusta Distillery. And y'all, this woman's story is straight fire. From studying distillation in her home state to cutting her teeth at Wild Turkey, to shaking things up in Memphis, Alex has been breaking barre…

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The Whiskey Trip - Season 3, Episode 42 - Heath Trigg, Founder & Owner - The Heritage Flag Company 1:09:50

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This week on The Whiskey Trip, Big Chief welcomes Heath Trigg, the owner and founder of The Heritage Flag Company and the newest sponsor of The Whiskey Trip. Based in North Carolina, The Heritage Flag Company was born from the love of country, craftsmanship, and whiskey. Heath's story is one of passion, patriotism, and purpose — showing how one ide…

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The Whiskey Trip - Season 3, Episode 41 - Mike Fruge, Founder & Owner - J.T. Meleck Distillery 1:05:12

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This week, Big Chief takes The Whiskey Trip deep into the beating heart of Branch, Louisiana, where faith, family, and providence have tilled the same soil for generations. Here he sits with Mike Fruge, the man behind J.T. Meleck Distillery, who turned a family rice farm into a living testament of Louisiana's spirit and soul. The Meleck family came…

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The Whiskey Trip - Season 3, Episode 40 - Seth Fuston, Co-Founder & Eric Lytle, Board Member - Staves of Honor 51:21

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This week, Big Chief takes a heartfelt ride on The Whiskey Trip with two remarkable guests — Seth Fuston, U.S. Air Force Veteran and Co-Founder & President of Staves of Honor, and Eric Lytle, Board Member. Together, they share the story of Staves of Honor, a nonprofit built to support veterans, first responders, and law enforcement officers through…

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The Whiskey Trip - Season 3, Episode 39 - Todd Grube & Dominic Sung, Houston Whiskey Social 1:05:00

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This week on The Whiskey Trip, Big Chief sits down with Todd Grube and Dominic Sung to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Houston Whiskey Social. We kick things off with a special Elijah Craig 10-Year private barrel selected for the anniversary, then dive into some legendary dusties. Todd brings out a 1994 Old Grand-Dad Bottled-in-Bond, followed…

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The Whiskey Trip - Season 3, Episode 38 - Jacob Kiper - Coming Whiskey 1:04:25

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On this week's episode of The Whiskey Trip Podcast, Big Chief is joined by whiskey researcher and writer Jacob Kiper for a conversation about what's coming next in the world of American whiskey. Known for his work as Coming Whiskey, Jacob has a reputation for being first to the presses with news on new labels, upcoming releases, and trends shaping …

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Season 6, Episode 33: Jason Brauner, Co-Founder & Master Blender - Buzzard's Roost Sippin' Whiskeys 1:13:06

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In this Episode of The Bourbon Life Podcast, Matt and Mark spend some time hanging out with Jason Brauner, Co-Founder & Master Blender, of Buzzard's Roost Sippin' Whiskeys. They talk with Jason about his background in the restaurant world and how that led him into the world of Bourbon, how the Buzzard's Roost brand was created and their unique doub…

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The Whiskey Trip - Season 3, Episode 37 - Chris Crowe, President, & Peter Thompson, Head Distiller - Burnt Church Distillery 1:04:29

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This week, Big Chief heads to the Lowcountry to sit down with Burnt Church Distillery President Chris Crowe and Head Distiller Peter Thompson in Bluffton, South Carolina. Together, they dive into the traditions of Carolina grains and the bold vision behind one of the Southeast's most exciting craft distilleries. The tasting kicks off with Johny Fev…

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Season 6, Episode 32: Ruth Osterman, Chef/Owner & Jessica Faulhaber, Chef - La Bonne Vie 1:20:10

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In this Episode of The Bourbon Life Podcast, Matt and Mark spend some time hanging out with Owner/Chef Ruth Osterman and Chef Jessica Faulhaber from La Bonne Vie in Lexington, KY. Chef Ruth was formerly a guest on Episode 231. They talk with Ruth and Jessica about their backgrounds and how they each ended up in the culinary world, how they go about…

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The Whiskey Trip - Season 3, Episode 36 - Talking Texas Whiskey with Texas Whiskey Geek 1:00:28

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This week on The Whiskey Trip Podcast, Big Chief welcomes Caleb, the TX Whiskey Geek, for a conversation that celebrates the bold and innovative world of Texas Whiskey. In the first half of the show, Big Chief pours a glass of Still Austin Red Corn Bottled in Bond (100 proof) while Caleb enjoys Milam & Greene Provisions—born in Kentucky, finished u…

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Season 6, Episode 31: Michael Nanula, CEO , & Ari Sussman, Whiskey Maker - Three Chord Bourbon 1:29:57

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In this Episode of The Bourbon Life Podcast, Matt and Mark spend some time hanging out with Michael Nanula, CEO, and Ari Sussman, Whiskey Maker, from Three Chord Bourbon. They talk with Michael and Ari about their respective backgrounds and how they each got into the Bourbon world, the rebranding that Three Chord has gone through recently and how t…

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The Whiskey Trip - Season 3, Episode 35 - Julian Giraldo, Master Distiller & Mike Cosby, Brand Manager - Giant Texas Distillers 1:01:51

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On this week's episode of The Whiskey Trip, Big Chief heads back to Houston to sit down with Master Distiller Julian Giraldo and Brand Manager Mike Cosby of Giant Texas Distillers. Julian isn't just any guest—he was the very first to appear on the show—so it was only fitting to bring him back to share another round of stories and pours. We start wi…

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Season 6, Episode 30: The Bourbon Life Crew - Unscripted & Unfiltered 1:15:46

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In this Episode of The Bourbon Life Podcast, The Bourbon Life Crew (minus Chad) spend some time hanging out together in The Bourbon Life Studios, sharing some great conversation and great pours. The Crew talk about the recent litigation involving Uncle Nearest and what that might mean for the brand and the owners moving forward, some of the newer B…

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The Whiskey Trip - Season 3, Episode 34 - Jonathan Maisano, Founder & Owner - K.LUKE Whiskey Co. 1:03:32

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This week on The Whiskey Trip, Big Chief sits down with the founder and owner of K.LUKE Whiskey Company, Jonathan Maisano. A master blender of epic proportions, Jonathan has carved out a reputation for crafting whiskeys that bring together bold innovation with timeless tradition. From his start in the wine and spirits world to building K.LUKE into …

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Season 6, Episode 29: Randy Prasse, President and COO - Kentucky Bourbon Festival 1:05:16

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In this Episode of The Bourbon Life Podcast, Mark is flying solo in the Bourbon Life Studios spending some time hanging out with his good friend, the President and COO of the Kentucky Bourbon Festival, Randy Prasse. This is Randy's 4th appearance on the Podcast making him one of only 4 guests to ever appear on The Bourbon Life Podcast 4 times. Mark…

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The Whiskey Trip - Season 3, Episode 33 - The Whiskey Downfall with the Bourbon Baroness - April Weller Cantrell 1:23:31

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This week on The Whiskey Trip, Big Chief sits down with his great friend, the Bourbon Baroness – April Weller Cantrell. Together, they tackle one of the toughest conversations in whiskey today: the wave of distillery shutdowns, bankruptcies, and industry turmoil that has rattled the whiskey world over the past two years. From promising craft upstar…

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The Whiskey Trip - Season 3, Episode 32 - Talking Whiskey Marketing with Kevin & Ken Hemmingway 1:08:38

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This week on The Whiskey Trip, Big Chief saddles up and rides into the Hemingway Hideout for a straight-shooting, cork-popping conversation with Kevin and Ken Hemingway — two brothers with a taste for bold pours and even bolder opinions. They are not marketing executives with polished taglines — they are full-blooded whiskey enthusiasts who live fo…

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The Whiskey Trip - Season 3, Episode 31 - Tripp Stimson, Chief Whiskey Scientist and Master Distiller - Barrell Craft Spirits 1:00:44

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On this week's pour-heavy adventure, Big Chief sits down with Tripp Stimson, Chief Whiskey Scientist and Master Distiller at Barrell Craft Spirits — a trailblazer in blending, aging, and proofing some of the boldest expressions on the market. They kick things off with Foundation, a single barrel bourbon that clocks in at 104.08 proof. It's a flavor…

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The Whiskey Trip - Season 3, Episode 30 - Thomas Ingham, CEO & President, & Brett Luchesi, Master Distiller - Trinity River Distillery 1:13:40

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In this episode of The Whiskey Trip, Big Chief rolls into Fort Worth, Texas, and steps inside a whiskey wonderland — the Willy Wonka Chocolate Factory of whiskey — known officially as Trinity River Distillery, home of Silver Star Spirits. Joining him are Thomas Ingham, CEO and President, and Brett Luchesi, Master Distiller. Together, they discuss h…

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The Whiskey Trip - Season 3, Episode 29 - Rob & Amy Jones - The Rackhouse 55:26

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Saddle up, whiskey lovers—this episode of The Whiskey Trip takes us deep into bourbon country with a Texas twist. Big Chief rolls into The Rackhouse in The Colony, Texas, where the sunsets paint the sky in firelight, the steaks hit the grill with a sizzle that sings, and the whiskey flows like a backcountry river after spring rain. Here, we meet th…

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The whiskey Trip - Season 3, Episode 28 - Bob Pettit, Owner & Miguel Perez, Distiller - 1845 Distilling 56:26

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This week on The Whiskey Trip, Big Chief takes a backroad ride to Lowey Crossing, Texas, where the hum of cicadas and the rustle of pecan leaves lead you straight to the heart of Texas whiskey—1845 Distilling. Tucked beneath a sprawling pecan orchard, Big Chief sits down with owner Bob Pettit and distiller Miguel Perez, a father-in-law/son-in-law t…

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Season 6, Episode 28: Denny Potter & Jane Bowie, Co-Founders - Potter Jane Distilling Co. 1:23:30

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In this Episode of The Bourbon Life Podcast, Matt and Mark spend some time hanging out in The Bourbon Life Studios with two of their favorite guests, Denny Potter and Jane Bowie, Co-Founders of Potter Jane Distilling Co. Denny and Jane have been on the show numerous times but were on most recently guests on Episode 200. The guys talk with Denny & J…

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The Whiskey Trip - Season 3, Episode 27 - Kevin Hemmingway - The Hemmingway Hideout 56:35

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This week on The Whiskey Trip, Big Chief takes a break from the highways and settles into the cozy charm of The Hemmingway Hideout in Bridge City, Texas. It's the kind of spot where whiskey wisdom is shared over a well-loved bar top—and today, Big Chief is joined by none other than Kevin Hemmingway, a local aficionado with a deep love for finely cr…

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Season 6, Episode 27: REMIX - Jason Betts, Consumer Relations Manager - The James B. Beam Distilling Co. 1:08:27

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In this REMIX Episode of The Bourbon Life Podcast, Mark and his special co-host, Stacey, spend some time hanging out on location at The Kitchen Table at The James B. Beam Distilling Co. with Jason Betts, Consumer Relations Manager, for The James B. Beam Distilling Co. This Episode originally aired on June 14, 2024 as Episode 227. Mark & Stacey talk…

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The Whiskey Trip - Season 3, Episode 26 - Matt Ray & Gregg Trishe - The Sazerac House 1:01:15

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This week on The Whiskey Trip, Big Chief heads down to the legendary streets of New Orleans for a visit to the heart of one of the most iconic names in American whiskey, The Sazerac House. In the first half of the episode, Big Chief sits down with Matt Ray and Gregg Trishe, two key players behind the scenes at Sazerac, and they open a bottle of som…

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Season 6, Episode 26: The Bourbon Life Crew - Unscripted & Unfiltered 1:27:51

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In this Episode of The Bourbon Life Podcast, Stacey, Philip, and Mark (3/5 of The Bourbon Life Crew) spend some time hanging out together in The Bourbon Life Studios enjoying some great pours and great conversation. They talk about the different events that were held as part of the recent National Bourbon Week in Bardstown, several different new di…

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The Whiskey Trip - Season 3, Episode 25 - Lenny Eckstein, Founder & Head Distiller - Deerhammer Distillery 1:04:05

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This week on The Whiskey Trip, Big Chief ventures into the high-altitude heart of the Colorado Rockies to sit down with Lenny Eckstein, founder and head distiller at Deerhammer Distillery in Buena Vista. What starts as a tasting becomes a deep dive into the wild spirit of craft whiskey done the mountain way. Lenny's approach is anything but convent…

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Season 6, Episode 25 - REMIX - Chris Walters, Creator - Nose Your Bourbon 1:21:37

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In this REMIX Episode of The Bourbon Life Podcast, presented by Liquor Barn, Matt and Mark spend some time together hanging out with Chris Walters, Creator, of Nose Your Bourbon. This Episode originally aired on September 20, 2024 as Episode 241. They talk with Chris about how his passion for Bourbon and his desire to create a system for himself to…

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The Whiskey Trip - Season 3, Episode 24 - Philip Mestayer, Owner/Distiller - Distillerie Acadian 49:55

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This week on The Whiskey Trip, Big Chief heads deep into the heart of Acadiana, where cypress trees whisper secrets and the whiskey runs as bold as the people who craft it. He sits down with Philip Mestayer, owner and distiller at Distillerie Acadian, a man on a mission to bottle the very soul of Louisiana. In the first half, they pour "Cajun's Cut…

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Season 6, Episode 24: REMIX - Kyle Merklein, Master Distiller - Holladay Distillery 1:29:38

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In this REMIX Episode of The Bourbon Life Podcast, Matt and Mark spend some time hanging out with Kyle Merklein, Master Distiller, from Holladay Distillery. This Episode originally aired on May 3, 2024 as Episode 221. The guys talk with Kyle about his educational background and experience, as well as growing up on a farm in Kansas, and how that led…

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The Whiskey Trip - Season 3, Episode 23 - Brandon Carlton - Brewtally Honest Bourbon 1:08:16

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This week on The Whiskey Trip, Big Chief pulls no punches as he sits down with the straight-shooting Brandon Carlton—the man behind Brewtally Honest Bourbon. A voice unafraid to call it like he tastes it, Brandon brings his raw enthusiasm and no-nonsense style to a tasting session that dives deep into the powerhouse that is the 1792 lineup. From th…

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Season 6, Episode 23: Damon Thayer & Andre Regard, Co-Founders - Kentucky Senator Bourbon 1:37:22

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In this Episode of The Bourbon Life Podcast, Matt and Mark spend some time hanging out in The Bourbon Life Studios with Damon Thayer & Andre Regard, Co-Founders, of Kentucky Senator Bourbon. Damon and Andre were previously guests on Episodes 128 and 182. They talk with Damon and Andre about all of the exciting things that have been going on with Ke…

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The Whiskey Trip - Season 3, Episode 22 - Maximilian Merrill, Owner - Ponfeigh Distillery 55:53

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Big Chief heads into the whiskey-rich hills of Somerset, Pennsylvania, where coal dust memories and rye whiskey pride still echo through the mountains. He sits down with Maximilian Merrill, owner of Ponfeigh Distillery, a man reviving the bold legacy of Monongahela Rye, one barrel at a time. With roots tracing back to the Ponfeigh Smokeless Coal Co…

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Season 6, Episode 22: The Bourbon Life Crew - Unscripted & Unfiltered 1:29:18

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In this Episode of The Bourbon Life Podcast, the Bourbon Life Crew (minus Chad) spend some time hanging out together in The Bourbon Life enjoying some great conversation and some great pours. The Crew kicks things off with Bourbon Life Jeopardy, inspired by Philip's idea to turn a love of trivia into a spirited game. From there, they dive into thre…

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The Whiskey Trip - Season 3, Episode 21 - Bill Whitlow - Wenzel Whiskey 1:02:27

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This week on The Whiskey Trip, Big Chief barrels into Northern Kentucky—a land where whiskey history runs thicker than molasses and the ghosts of rectifiers past still linger in the mash. He sits down with Bill Whitlow of Wenzel Whiskey, housed in a restored 1873 brick beauty that's equal parts heritage and hustle. Together, they toast to the long-…

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Season 6, Episode 21: REMIX - Robert Likarish, Founder, Jonathan Likarish, Master Distiller & Blender, & Marcia Likarish, Mother of Texas Whiskey - Ironroot Republic Distillery 1:34:01

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In this REMIX Episode of The Bourbon Life Podcast, Matt and Mark spend some time hanging out with Robert Likarish, Founder, Jonathan Likarish, Master Distiller & Blender, and Marcia Likarish, the Mother of Texas Whiskey, of Ironroot Republic Distillery. This Episode origianlly aired on December 6, 2024 as Episode 252. The guys talk with Robert, Jon…

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The Whiskey Trip - Season 3, Episode 20 - Kendra Anderson, Head Distiller - Leiper's Fork Distillery 1:03:57

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This week on The Whiskey Trip, Big Chief heads to one of the most cherished stops on his whiskey journey—Leiper's Fork Distillery—a place where friendship has aged into family and the spirits are as bold as the stories behind them. He sits down with the powerhouse herself, Kendra Anderson, the head distiller whose path began behind the bar mixing c…

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The Whiskey Trip - Season 3, Episode 19 - A Tribute to the Bottled in Bond Professor, Bernie Lubbers 1:16:31

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This week on The Whiskey Trip, Big Chief takes the backseat and lets the Bottled-in-Bond Professor himself, Bernie Lubbers, steer us through a masterclass in American whiskey history. Known for his relentless advocacy, storytelling talent, and undying love for the Bottled-in-Bond Act of 1897, Bernie has been the face of bonded whiskey for decades—e…

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Season 6, Episode 19: REMIX - Juliet Schmalz, CEO & Founder - Fortune's Fool Whiskey 1:17:40

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In this Episode of The Bourbon Life Podcast, Matt and Mark spend some time hanging out in The Bourbon Life Studios with Juliet Schmalz, CEO & Founder, of Fortune's Fool Whiskey. The guys talk with Juliet about her decision to leave her career as an anesthesiologist to pursue a career and launch a new brand in the whiskey industry, the creation of t…

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The Whiskey Trip - Season 3, Episode 18 - Big Chief and Little Feather Ride Again 54:52

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This week on The Whiskey Trip, Big Chief takes us deep into the heart of Texas—the Hill Country—where dusty wind runs in the blood, and memories ride tall in the saddle. He's joined by none other than his little brother, Mitch Grey—known to many as Little Feather. Together, they ride back through time, sharing stories of their rural upbringing, the…

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Season 6, Episode 18 - REMIX - Matt Cunningham, Founder - Old Glory Distilling Co. 1:26:00

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In this REMIX Episode of The Bourbon Life Podcast, Matt and Mark spend some time hanging out with Matt Cunningham, Founder, of Old Glory Distilling Co. from Clarksville, Tennessee. This Episode originally aired as Episode 235 in August 2024. We talk with Matt about his background and how he transitioned from studying finance in college to becoming …

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The Whiskey Trip - Season 3, Episode 17 - Jerry McCall - ASW Distillery 1:02:55

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This week on The Whiskey Trip, Big Chief plants his boots firmly in Atlanta, Georgia — a city that has tasted fire, risen from ruin, and come back stronger every time. He sits down with Jerry McCall from ASW Distillery, a man whose passion for whiskey burns as hot as the city's fighting spirit. Together, they dive deep into the raw, unvarnished sto…

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Season 6, Episode 17: The Bourbon Life Crew - Unscripted and Unfiltered 1:17:58

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In this Episode of The Bourbon Life Podcast, The Bourbon Life Crew spends some time hanging out together in The Bourbon Life Studios sharing some great pours and even better conversation. They talk about the recent news regarding the closure of Garrard County Distilling Co. and whether that is an indicator of the current Bourbon market overall, the…

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The Whiskey Trip - Season 3, Episode 16 - Matt Greif, Head Distiller - Distillery of Modern Art 58:26

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This week on The Whiskey Trip, Big Chief rolls into the beating heart of the South—Atlanta, Georgia—where whiskey meets modern art in a way you've never seen before. He sits down with Matt Greif, the visionary Head Distiller at Distillery of Modern Art, a place where creativity flows as freely as the spirits. It's not just a distillery—it's an imme…

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Season 6, Episode 16: REMIX - Zach Johnston, Chief Brand Officer and Senior V.P. of International Sales - Blackwood Distilling Co. 1:28:45

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In this REMIX Episode of The Bourbon Life Podcast, Matt and Mark spend some time hanging out with Zach Johnston, Chief Brand Officer and Senior V.P. of International Sales, for Blackwood Distilling Co. in Versailles, Kentucky. This Episode originally aired on April 12, 2024 as Episode 218. The guys talk with Zach about his incredible background tha…

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The Whiskey Trip - Season 3, Episode 15 - Pete Barger, Founder & Owner - Southern Distilling Company 51:48

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This week on The Whiskey Trip, Big Chief rolls into Statesville, North Carolina—a city once hailed as the "liquor capital of the world", where whiskey-making wasn't just a trade, it was the lifeblood of the region. He heads to Southern Distilling Company, where that spirit of craftsmanship and community is alive and well. There, he sits down with f…

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Season 6, Episode 15: REMIX - Owen Martin, Master Distiller - Angel's Envy 1:27:06

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In this REMIX Episode of The Bourbon Life Podcast, presented by Liquor Barn, Matt and Mark spend some time hanging out in The Bourbon Life Studios with Owen Martin, Master Distiller, from Angel's Envy. This Episode originally aired as Episode 233 on July 26, 2024. The guys talk with Owen about his impressive background and education, which included…