Best Vanwinkle Podcasts (2025)

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472. Beam Me Up, Toddy: A Trek Through Jim Beam's 2025 Rarities 44:14

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"Beam me up, Toddy!" Jim and Todd embark on a voyage to the final frontier of flavor with an epic tasting of four highly anticipated limited releases from the James B. Beam Distilling Co. In a show packed with Star Trek puns and serious spirits, the hosts explore how Eighth Generation Master Distiller Freddie Noe is pushing the boundaries of the fa…

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471. The Sample Safe: Unlocking Lost Lantern's Fall 2025 Collection 57:53

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Jim and Todd return to the "Corner Rick House" for a massive tasting session, cracking open the "Sample Safe" to explore Lost Lantern's Fall 2025 Collection. Dubbed "The Scotch Lovers' Collection," this ambitious release focuses entirely on American Single Malt, showcasing the incredible diversity and maturity of the category across seven distinct …

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S9 E1 - Which One? You Choose? - Relics Radio with Tony and Ken 1:28:31

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Tonight, its a show of choices... RELICS RADIO is live via video broadcast on the 5280 Adventures YouTube channel and Adventures In Dirt YouTube channel every Wednesday night at 8:00 pm (Eastern) and is available for download wherever you get your podcasts. See links below to catch us live. DK’s LINKS:All Ken’s Links Here: https://linktr.ee/adventu…

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470. Jim Returns for a Winner Winner Chicken Dinner 46:06

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Jim Shannon is back in the saddle at the Corner Rick House! After a week of travel, he rejoins Todd Ritter to recap Todd's recent solo history lesson and, more importantly, to dive into a "Winner Winner Chicken Dinner" review show featuring four distinct and intriguing whiskeys. From new brands with legendary backing to rare single-barrel finds, th…

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469. Bourbon on the Banks 2025: The Official Wrap-Up 50:39

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Jim and Todd sit down for their annual "Bourbon on the Banks" wrap-up show, joined by two key figures behind the successful event, Diane Strong and Renee True. As longtime listeners and friends of the show, Diane and Renee dive deep into a "postmortem" of the 2025 festival, discussing its record-breaking successes, logistical challenges, and plans …

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S8 E37 - Hunting for Gold Nuggets in the Ghost Mines of the West with John Lambe 1:38:26

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John Lambe joins Ken and Tony to talk about his history of detecting on old mining dumps in search of gold nuggets. RELICS RADIO is live via video broadcast on the 5280 Adventures YouTube channel and Adventures In Dirt YouTube channel every Wednesday night at 8:00 pm (Eastern) and is available for download wherever you get your podcasts. See links …

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468. E.H. Taylor's Rule of the Regions 37:50

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Host Todd Ritter flies solo in this special episode, taking listeners on a journey through the latest bourbon news and a deep dive into whiskey history. With Jim out of town, Todd kicks off the first half by tackling a massive slate of industry updates before sampling a unique experimental whiskey. He covers the Lost Lantern "Scotch Lover's" Fall 2…

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S8 E36 - A Once in a Lifetime Gold Discoveries 1:41:18

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While Metal Detecting in the English countryside, these guys struck gold – literally! 💛 Hear the full story of how they uncovered, ancient gold coins, buried for centuries. RELICS RADIO is live via video broadcast on the 5280 Adventures YouTube channel and Adventures In Dirt YouTube channel every Wednesday night at 8:00 pm (Eastern) and is availabl…

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467. Tricks, Treats & Whiskey Neat: A Bourbon Road Halloween 56:40

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Join Jim and Todd in the "ghastly" Bourbon Road bar for a special Halloween episode filled with tricks, treats, and plenty of spirits! Instead of candy, their trick-or-treat bag is filled with five unique whiskey expressions shared by friends and sourced from local stops. It's a spooky season showdown as they taste through a diverse and high-proof …

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S8 E35 - Lets Talk Metal Detecting - Relics Radio Podcast with Tony and Ken 1:34:54

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Tony and Ken talk about metal detecting, new equipment, and some of thier latest hunts.... RELICS RADIO is live via video broadcast on the 5280 Adventures YouTube channel and Adventures In Dirt YouTube channel every Wednesday night at 8:00 pm (Eastern) and is available for download wherever you get your podcasts. See links below to catch us live. D…

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466. Blending Masters: Inside Barrel Craft Spirits with Joe and Tripp 1:07:35

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Jim and Todd welcome Joe Beatrice, Founder, and Tripp Stimson, Chief Whiskey Scientist, from the highly acclaimed Barrel Craft Spirits to the studio. While their award-winning whiskeys have graced the show before, this episode offers listeners a chance to hear directly from the minds behind the brand. Joe and Tripp share the origin story of Barrel …

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465. Rocking with Bluegrass Distillers in Midway 1:17:43

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Jim and Todd take the show on the road to the beautiful Elkwood Farm in Midway, Kentucky, home of Bluegrass Distillers. They sit down with friend of the show Sam Rock for his third appearance to discuss the distillery's incredible evolution and taste through a stellar lineup of their unique whiskeys. Sam shares the story of their new home, a histor…

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S8 E34 - Greysen Reimer talks Fur Trade Relics - Native Artifacts & Copper Culture - on Relics Radio Podcast 1:31:30

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Greysen Reimer is a passionate metal detectorist and history hunter who specializes in uncovering Native American artifacts, fur trade relics, and ancient Copper Culture treasures. With a deep respect for the past and a sharp eye for hidden history, Greysen’s discoveries offer a rare glimpse into North America’s earliest cultures and frontier life.…

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464. An Evening with a Ghost: The E.H. Taylor, Jr. Story 1:13:50

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In a very special episode, host Todd Ritter travels back in time to sit down with a true titan of the bourbon industry: the ghost of Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. himself. Taking a brief leave from his permanent residence in the Frankfort Cemetery, the Colonel joins the show to tell his incredible life story in his own words. He recounts his early life,…

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463. Sweet Rye, Cigar Blends, and Industry Buzz 54:46

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Jim and Todd are back together in the Bourbon Road bar for a tasting flight of five unique whiskeys, along with a roundup of the latest bourbon industry news. They kick off the night with the Brothers Bond Regenerative Grain Bourbon. This 92-proof, four-year-old expression is a four-grain blend of wheated and high-rye bourbons from 70 barrels hand-…

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S8 E33 - Talking NEW METAL DETECTORS - Nokta Legend 2 and Minelab Vanquish 60 Series 1:34:29

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Ken, Tony, and special guest Michael discuss the new machines recently announced from Minelab and Nokta Metal Detectors. The Vanquish 60 series and the new Legend 2. RELICS RADIO is live via video broadcast on the 5280 Adventures YouTube channel and Adventures In Dirt YouTube channel every Wednesday night at 8:00 pm (Eastern) and is available for d…

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462. Smoked Bourbon, White Wine Rye, and a Trip Abroad 57:26

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Jim is back from his worldly travels, and he's not just returning to work—he's returning to bourbon after a two-week hiatus filled with Belgian beers and French wine. He recounts his trip through Amsterdam, Brussels, Germany, and Paris with original Bourbon Road co-host Randy, from backpacking and train travel to attending the World Belgian Beer Fe…

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S8 E32 - In Search of History with Rich VanWinkle from the Quarter Hoarder Crew 1:38:19

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Rich VanWinkle joins Tony and Ken to talk metal detecting, colonial relics, and some of the adventures he's had in his search for history and being a part of the Quarter Hoarder team on YouTube. RELICS RADIO is live via video broadcast on the 5280 Adventures YouTube channel and Adventures In Dirt YouTube channel every Wednesday night at 8:00 pm (Ea…

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461. Hunting for Laughs with the Bourbon Hunters 1:11:24

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This week, host Todd Ritter flies solo while Jim Shannon is on vacation in Europe. He's joined by special guests Dude Pool and JD Fritches, two of the hosts from the popular Bourbon Hunters podcast. The guys kick things off by tasting their very first legacy distillery barrel pick as a podcast, a fantastic Old Forester 100-proof single barrel selec…

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460. Ranking the Titans: Old Forester Birthday vs. Bardstown Hokkaido 48:13

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Join hosts Jim Shannon and Todd Ritter at the Corner Rick House for a powerhouse sample review show on The Bourbon Road. The guys are finally catching up on their sample backlog and are tasting four tremendous, high-profile whiskeys that listeners will not want to miss. From a coveted annual release to a unique cigar blend and a Mizunara-finished m…

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S8 E30 - Metal Detecting GOLD COINS! Metal Detecting Treasure Talk on Relics Radio 1:29:36

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Kyle Fiddes joins Ken and Tony to talk about all the excitment of finding incredible relics and the ultimate, Gold Coin.... RELICS RADIO is live via video broadcast on the 5280 Adventures YouTube channel and Adventures In Dirt YouTube channel every Wednesday night at 8:00 pm (Eastern) and is available for download wherever you get your podcasts. Se…

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459. Uncorking the Festival: A Preview of Bourbon on the Banks with Diane Strong 56:37

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Join hosts Jim Shannon and Todd Ritter on another episode of The Bourbon Road podcast, recorded live from the Corner Rick House in Frankfort, Kentucky. They are joined by a special returning guest and friend of the show, Diane Strong, for an exclusive preview of the highly anticipated 2025 Bourbon on the Banks Festival. Diane gives listeners the ul…

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S8 E29 - Mysteries of Cache Hunting 8:49

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I thought it would be fun to start putting out some pre-recorded podcasts just for you, our audio listeners. These will probably be shorter in duration and will cover a number of diferent topics, all relating to metal detecting, relic and treasure hunting. I hope you enjoy this first installment - The Mysteries of Cache Hunting... RELICS RADIO is l…

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S8 E28 - Show Us Your Relics - Show and Tell Time on the Relics Radio Podcast 1:39:20

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Tony and Ken are joined by Jag Galicia, from Claim the Past, Jason from DetectSD, Jamie Herzog from Metal Sharxs, and Larry, from Five Mile Relics, for a little round of Show and Tell... were talking about the items we find in our individual areas. Were sharing stories about these items. To watch this episode in video form, go here to check it out:…

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458. Back to Lexington: Four Pours at RD1 Distillery 1:12:38

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In this episode of The Bourbon Road, hosts Jim Shannon and Todd Ritter hit the road and set up their mics at the beautiful RD1 Distillery in Lexington, Kentucky. It's a return visit for RD1—last featured in Episode 340—but this time, things have evolved. The distillery has expanded its footprint, sharpened its brand, and doubled down on innovation …

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457. Beyond the Barrel: Tasting with Delysia Chocolatier 53:03

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This week, hosts Jim Shannon and Todd Ritter venture down a sweeter path on The Bourbon Road podcast for a truly decadent and educational experience. They are joined by a very special guest, Nicole Patel, the founder and master chocolatier of the Austin-based Delysia Chocolatier. In a fascinating twist, Nicole reveals that her journey to becoming a…

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S8 E27 - Remembering Loy Milam - A Relics Radio Tribute 2:05:26

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On July 30, 2025, Loy Milam, the founder and creator of this Relics Radio Podcast, passed away surrounded by his family at his home in Kentucky. We gathered a bunch of Loy's friends together to remember and pay tribute to this special man. Tennessee Jeff, Larry Stephens, Marc Hoover, Butch Holcombe, Bill Hayes, Matt Howell, Jeff Plugmaster Ford, To…

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456. The Roadies Decide: A Bourbon Flight to Remember 1:06:33

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In this community-powered tasting, The Bourbon Road hosts Jim Shannon and Todd Ritter dive into five fan-voted pours—each selected by members of their Bourbon Roadies Facebook group. With a lineup that spans both heritage and experimental releases, this episode explores everything from elegant bottled-in-bond bourbons to wheat whiskeys with a moder…

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S8 E26 - Meteorite Hunter Meets Treasure Hunter - Stephanie Inskeep 1:34:33

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Stephanie Inskeep from Ancient Adventures joins Ken and Tony to talk about all her treasure hunting activities from hunitng for sharks teeth, native american artifacts, relics, and meteorites. We also talk about her recent appearance on Expedition Unknown with Josh Gates looking for Anne Boney's pirate treasure. https://www.youtube.com/@AncientAdve…

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455. Four Pours, Four Places: From Cody to the Lone Star 48:02

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In this region-spanning tasting session, The Bourbon Road hosts Jim Shannon and Todd Ritter guide listeners through four American whiskeys that each bring something unique to the table. From the high plains of Wyoming to the oak-rich rickhouses of Kentucky and the bold, sun-soaked warehouses of Texas, this episode offers a full-flavored exploration…

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S8 E25 - Metal Detecting for Lost Relics in North Carolina - Jeff Hendrick 1:37:08

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Tony and Ken visit with thier old digging buddy, Jeff "Grandma's Brooch" Hendrick who had moved to North Carolina. What is he finding these days over in NC? RELICS RADIO is live via video broadcast on the 5280 Adventures YouTube channel and Adventures In Dirt YouTube channel every Wednesday night at 8:00 pm (Eastern) and is available for download w…

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454. An Evening at Rare Eagle 2.0 1:07:14

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In this special episode of The Bourbon Road, hosts Jim Shannon and Todd Ritter reunite with returning guest Rob Carter at the beloved Rare Eagle Bar for a crowd-powered tasting experience unlike any other. But this time, the listeners have spoken—literally. The episode features five top-shelf, extra-aged bourbons selected through a Bourbon Roadies …