Best Screwdriver Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 23: A Resurgence in the Skilled Trades 41:12

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30d ago41:12

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In this episode, we discuss the big resurgence the skilled trades are experiencing right now in the United States. With new government initiatives being put in place to incentivize a career in the skilled trades, now is the time to be a part of the industry! Like, Comment & Subscribe to hear about the latest innovations from Jonard Tools! Website: …

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Episode 22: Life as a Student in the Skilled Trades 37:59

8M ago37:59

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In this episode, we are joined by former student Kareem Edwards and current instructor Shaun Mohlmann to discuss the life of a student in the skilled trades. From success stories to inevitable challenges, they go over realistic expectations of student life as well as how to transition into a real world setting. If you're an aspiring trades professi…

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Venom 27:21

10M ago27:21

27:21

God is calling out the venom within... will you answer?

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SURVING A NEGATIVE NEWS CYCLE: Anchored in Hope! 4:20

11M ago4:20

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Send us a text Veteran news anchor and former police officer Ron Jones brings 30 years of frontline experience to tackle one vital question: How do we stay positive in an increasingly negative world? From toxic politics to crime headlines, daily struggles to global challenges, Ron shares raw, honest conversations about choosing hope without ignorin…

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Triple Homicide Surprise: The Company That We Keep Lesson 6:49

11M ago6:49

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Send us a text In this powerful episode of "Stop Disqualifying Yourself," host Award award-winning journalist and former Oakland Police Officer Ron Jones shares a haunting story from his law enforcement days that changed his perspective on the company we keep forever. Drawing from his first-hand experience responding to a tragic scene in East Oakla…

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Failure 26:28

11M ago26:28

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God is calling you from failure... will you answer?

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The Cold Steel of a Screwdriver: How Anger Blinds Us All 9:08

11M ago9:08

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Send us a text In this powerful episode of "Stop Disqualifying Yourself," host Ron shares a haunting story from his days as a young Oakland police officer that forever changed his perspective on anger and conflict. After responding to a tragic incident where an argument between friends ended in death by a screwdriver, Ron unpacks four essential key…

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The Drive-by Shooting That Changed Everything! 6:08

11M ago6:08

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Send us a text In this powerful episode of "Stop Disqualifying Yourself," host Ron Jones takes you on a gripping journey through the streets of Oakland, where a near-tragedy becomes a life-changing lesson in gratitude and second chances. Ron shares a heart-stopping story from his days as a police officer – a young teenager shot in a drive-by, mirac…

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BEATING THE ODDS: From Street Smarts to Self-Empowerment 10:11

11M ago10:11

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Send us a text Join host Ron Jones in this gripping episode of "Stop Disqualifying Yourself" as he takes you on a journey through the gritty streets of Oakland, California. Drawing from his experiences as a police officer, Ron shares a powerful story of persistence, creativity, and the courage to keep believing in yourself even when the odds seem s…

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Generational Curses: A Cop's Wake-Up Call 8:11

11M ago8:11

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Send us a text In this powerful episode of "Stop Disqualifying Yourself," host Ron Jones takes listeners on a gripping journey through his experiences as a police officer in Oakland. Through a heart-wrenching encounter with domestic violence, Ron illustrates how destructive beliefs and behaviors can be passed down through generations. But more impo…

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Undercover Courage: Buying Crack Cocaine and Facing My Greatest Fear 5:25

12M ago5:25

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Send us a text In this episode, I take you behind the scenes of one of the scariest experiences in my career as an Oakland police officer—going undercover to buy crack cocaine in a dangerous part of the city. It was a moment that tested my courage and taught me lessons that changed my life forever. We'll talk about the power of facing fear head-on,…

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Taking Bold Action: Overcoming Fear and Doubt 6:42

12M ago6:42

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Send us a text In this episode of "Stop Disqualifying Yourself," host Ron Jones explores the powerful theme of taking bold action despite fear and doubt. Drawing on his own experience of leaving a stable career as a police sergeant to pursue his dream in journalism, Ron shares how overcoming fear and taking courageous steps can open new doors and c…

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Finding Your Mentors: The Power of Guidance 7:24

12M ago7:24

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Send us a text In this enlightening episode of "Stop Disqualifying Yourself," host Ron Jones delves into the crucial topic of mentorship and its transformative power in achieving your dreams. Drawing from his personal journey from police sergeant to a successful journalist, Ron emphasizes the pivotal role mentors played in his career transition. Ro…

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Ignite Your Dream - Turning Passion into Purpose 4:56

12M ago4:56

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Send us a text In this inspiring 4-minute episode, host Ron Jones shares his personal journey from police sergeant to journalist, illustrating how dreams can become reality when we stop disqualifying ourselves. Key points covered: The importance of recognizing and valuing your dreams Overcoming self-doubt and perceived lack of qualifications Three …

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Episode 21: Social Media Tips & Tricks With the Solar GOAT 22:40

12M ago22:40

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In this podcast, we are joined by industry expert Brandan Sirrine (famously known as @thesolargoat) to discuss his rapid social media growth. He goes through his early experiences with social media as well as some of the tactics he used to make him successful! Tune in for an engaging conversation between an industry professional and our very own So…

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Episode 20: Exploring Trends and Innovations in the Solar Industry 28:11

1y ago28:11

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In this podcast, we are joined by industry expert Brandan Sirrine (famously known as @thesolargoat) to discuss trends and innovations in the Solar Industry. He discusses his origins, his burgeoning social media, and the tools he uses that have made him and his brand so successful! Tune in for an engaging conversation between an industry professiona…

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Episode 19: Life of an Electrician 55:25

1+ y ago55:25

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In this podcast, former Electricians Trent Parker and Wayne Bunce talk about their experiences working in the field. They give valuable insights on various aspects of their day-to-day jobs, such as: the challenges they encounter, what to expect on the job, their favorite stories, yearly pay, and much more! Like, Comment & Subscribe to hear about th…

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The Coco Chanel // Guest Andrew Tabora // Channeling our Coco 1:30:24

1+ y ago1:30:24

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This week we make and enjoy the Coco Chanel Cocktail with a special guest; the incredible and talented Andrew Tabora!!! We discuss the past history and fashion empire of Coco Chanel, and the future history and fashion empire of Andrew Tabora! Other topics include personal forms of expression, elderflower trees, and preferred methods of decompositio…

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The Screwdriver // Guest Jonathan T. Kibbee // Pan seared post-it notes 1:38:56

1+ y ago1:38:56

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This episode features special guest Jonathan Kibbee! 🍊 Builder, podcaster, and car owner- Jonathan is a hilarious guest who makes us a screwdriver- in the traditional way. Tune in and hear us learn about the screwdriver, have a full circle moment 5min into the episode, and discuss yearbook quotes! 🍊🍊🍊 Jonathan is apart of the Instant Microwave Fuzz…

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Losing a Fish 26:29

2y ago26:29

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God is calling you to prepare you for losing a fish... will you answer?

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Episode 18: How to Grow Your Social Media 34:35

2y ago34:35

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We're joined by Blake Urmos (Low Voltage Nation) and Kermit Moore (QuickTechAV) to discuss how to grow your social media platform! Hosted by our own Social Media Manager Kandace Roberts, we offer unique and valuable insights on ways to enhance your business through strategic social media marketing. This episode covers industry trends in Facebook, I…

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Know the Bait 24:48

2y ago24:48

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God is calling you to know the bait... Will you answer?

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Episode 17: Fiber Deployment in the US and Canada 27:17

2y ago27:17

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On this 17th episode of Tool Talk, host Ed and co-host Wayne are joined by special guest Roman Babych, Director of Sales for Sales Outsource Solutions. They discuss the deployment of fiber in the United States and Canada, detailing the differences and similarities in each country's approach. Make sure to SUBSCRIBE NOW and tune in to Tool Talk to jo…

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Knowing the Fish 33:18

2y ago33:18

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God is Calling You to Know His Fish... Will You Answer?

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Let's Go Fishing 23:58

2y ago23:58

23:58

God is calling you to fish for men... Will you answer?

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The Jack Rose // Vince Foti // Robutts 1:43:07

2+ y ago1:43:07

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This week we sit down with stand up comedian and radio host- Vince Foti! Join us as Vince teaches us about the Jack Rose cocktail - a citrusy cocktail made with applejack brandy, that dates back to the early 20th century! Vince is an incredibly funny Maui based stand up comedian who has opened for big names such as Hannibal Buress! Vince is also co…

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I Quit 20:30

2+ y ago20:30

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God is calling you to not quit… will you answer?

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Looking for the Screwdriver 17:22

2+ y ago17:22

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God is calling you to find your screwdriver… will you answer?

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Episode 16: European Market Trends 30:08

2+ y ago30:08

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In the 16th episode of Tool Talk, host Ed and co-host Wayne are joined by special guest Luke Lierop, the Managing Director for EMEA Operations at Jonard Tools. Join us on an exploration of the ever-changing European fiber optics market, where we delve deep into the trends, innovations, and industry insights shaping the future o this transformative …

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Episode 15: Latin American Market Trends 21:22

2+ y ago21:22

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In this episode of Tool Talk, host Ed and co-host Wayne are joined by special guest Ricky Español, the Latin America Sales Operations Manager at Jonard Tools. Tune in to listen to their conversation about trends in the Latin American market - communications, fiber optic, and copper deployment. Like, Comment & Subscribe to hear about the latest inno…

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The Tepache Kid Cocktail // Guest Caramiya Davies-Reid // Tequila Superpowers 2:00:35

2+ y ago2:00:35

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Our first podcast on the road! This week we recorded in the Caramiya Pop-Up Shop located in heart of Maui’s art district: Wailuku, Hawaii 🌺 Join us as we sit down with Pop-up Shop owner, Caramiya Davies-Reid. Caramiya loves to share the wonder of the creative process and shed light on how things go from concept to something tangible. Her Pop-up sho…

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The Vesper Martini // Evan Kitts // Agent Double-O-Evan 1:12:56

2+ y ago1:12:56

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This week we learn about a literary cocktail: The Vesper Martini. Without giving away too much of the juicy origin story, we’ll just say it’s served Shaken- Not stirred. And it pairs nicely with… a license to kill. This drink is made and presented to us by an extra special guest. His name? Kitts... Evan Kitts. Evan is a hilarious member of the Inst…

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Rosé & Frosé // Guest Natasha Joslin // Anotha One! 1:42:41

2+ y ago1:42:41

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Join us, as we sit down with special guest Natasha Joslin, for a Rosé extravaganza! Not only does Natasha lead us on an informative and fun journey through the history of Rose, but she also sets us up with a tasting, including Frosé! Event planner, hospitality enthusiast, and good friend to the Lab Ladies, Natasha is co-owner of Kamado Maui, Privat…

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Episode 14: The Importance of Cleaning Fiber Optic Cables 36:59

3y ago36:59

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In this episode of Tool Talk, host Ed and co-host Wayne are joined by special guest Jerry Morla, Founder of FiberWizards.com. Their conversation covers the importance of cleaning fiber optic cabling to prepare it for termination or splicing, and what can go wrong if these critical steps are skipped.

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The Gosling’s Dark & Stormy // Guest Marcus Springs // ft. 2Sick and WeirdBuzz 1:07:53

3y ago1:07:53

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This episode features a very special guest - Marcus Springs! Radio personality, voice actor, and friend of the Lab Ladies. Marcus makes us a Gosling’s Dark and Stormy, and a variation, the Cider Storm. Come along to learn about the history of the drink, as well as Marcus’s amazing audio enterprises! We also touch on some other topics including: Pil…

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The Margarita // Guest Natalie Hansen // The Tornado Technique 1:06:42

3y ago1:06:42

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Our Season 2 Premier! This special halloween episode features the amazing Bartender and Scary Movie Enthusiast: Natalie Hansen! In this episode we discuss the Margarita and different types of tequilas. Stay tuned until the end to get Natalie's go-to margarita recipe! We also touch on some other topics including: our favorite horror movies, Alcohol-…

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Episode 13: What You Need to Know About Cable Pulling & Fishing 32:25

3y ago32:25

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In this episode of Tool Talk, host Ed and co-host Wayne are joined by special guest Blake Urmos, founder of Low Voltage Nation. They discuss the tricks and tips for pulling and fishing cables.

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11. The Puerh Old Fashioned // Guest Chad Kistler // Sun Withering Heights 1:48:35

3y ago1:48:35

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Our Seaoson 1 Finale! This week features the Puerh Old Fashioned - A classic cocktail with a tea twist! In this episode, Ronda and Alexis sit down with Chad Kistler, owner and Tea Purveyor of Silk Sky Tea ( https://www.silkskytea.com ) - a premium tea company based here on Maui. He makes us an Old Fashioned with Puerh infused bourbon and simple syr…

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10. Long Island Iced Tea // More Spirits Than Would Haunt A House 39:40

3y ago39:40

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Let's get LIIT! This week features the Long Island Iced Tea! We went into this with low expectations, so listen to find out if our expectations were accurate, or blown out of the water. Join Alexis and Ronda as they learn about the history of the cocktail, and touch on some other topics including: feuds, being off and on key, and being Beyonce- Alw…

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9.5 Twilight Calzone // Where is Everyone (that can do the moonwalk?!) 22:32

3y ago22:32

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You ever feel like you're alone... but also maybe trapped in a government pod to simulate a trip to the moon? In this BONUS episode, Alexis and Ronda discuss the first ever twilight zone episode, in this most special segment of Twilight Calzone. This was recorded after episode 9 (The Moonwalk), so feel free to listen as a companion episode! Twiligh…

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9. The Moonwalk // Conspiracy Theories 55:52

3y ago55:52

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This week features the Moonwalk Cocktail! A citrusy champagne cocktail created to commemorate an important moment in history.... Look out Tang, you're not the only tasty beverage for Astronauts. Join Alexis and Ronda as they learn about the history of the cocktail, and touch on some other topics including: fruit and the role it plays in our lives, …

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8. Jungle Bird // The Twilight Calzone 54:10

3y ago54:10

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This week features the Jungle Bird cocktail! A fun, citrusy cocktail made that looks just as good as it tastes! Join Alexis and Ronda as they learn about the history of the cocktail, and touch on some other topics including their rendition of the song “I’ve been kissed by a rose”, horror movies, and a flamingo-related request….. This episode also i…

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7. Classic Daiquiri // "Is the juice worth all this squeezin?" 48:24

3y ago48:24

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This week we make and learn about the Classic Daiquiri! Made with rum, lime juice, and simple syrup; this cocktail is an oldie but a goody. We used simple syrup from Sugar Cane Dane, made locally here in Maui! Topics this episode includes rum as rations, bad impressions of JFK, and the movie Minority Report. Email us! [email protected] Foll…

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6. The Sidecar // “I’ll make your eyelids flutter” 45:11

3y ago45:11

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This week we make and learn about the Sidecar! A motoring cocktail consisting of cognac, orange liqueur, and lemon juice! Topics this episode include the motorcycle sidecar protocol, sidebars, funny scurvy, and water in cocktails! Email us! [email protected] Follow us on Instagram! @happyhourlab…

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5. Tom Collins // Dangerously Sloshy 42:15

3+ y ago42:15

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This week Ronda and Alexis make and learn about the Tom Collins! Made with gin, lemon juice, simple syrup, and club soda -- it's a simple cocktail that goes down real easy Topics this episode include ASMR Humble Brags, A Zoo Hoax/ Massacre, and our ability to do the Thriller dance. Check us out on instagram: We do a drink post and reference photos …

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Rebuke 25:05

3+ y ago25:05

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God is calling you to rebuke... will you answer?

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4. The French 75 // "Dude, It’s A Cannon!" 47:36

3+ y ago47:36

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This week Alexis and Ronda make and learn about the French 75! A champagne cocktail containing gin, lemon juice, and simple syrup. Topics this episode include mini cannons, expressions gone wrong, and bidets! Check us out on instagram: We do a drink post and reference photos for every episode! @happyhourlab Email us! [email protected]…

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3. Black Velvet // Grandma Buddies 1:01:52

3+ y ago1:01:52

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This week Ronda and Alexis make and learn about the Black Velvet Cocktail! Topics this episode include a cake pop catastrophe, Queen Victoria, and Alexis and Ronda’s origin story. Check us out on instagram: We do a drink post with reference photos for every episode! @happyhourlab Email us! [email protected]…

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Support Your Faith 17:53

3+ y ago17:53

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The time has come for you to support your faith. God is calling you to encourage His people… will you answer?

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2. Brandy Alexander // It’s 5 O'Cognac Somewhere 42:22

3+ y ago42:22

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This week we make and learn about the Brandy Alexander! A tasty drink, with a tasty history. Topics this episode: a fictional character from the early 1900s, coupe glass gifting gone awry, and talking babies vs. talking animals. Follow us on instagram! @happyhourlab Email Us! [email protected]…