Best Bartalk Podcasts (2025)

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Sweet 16 39:02

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1d ago39:02

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The BarTalk crew rings in the holidays with their first-ever guest, bestie Amanda, over a cozy pancake breakfast and plenty of chaotic banter. They swap friend origin stories, debate suspiciously perfect pre-cut fruit, and share recent highlights—from Amanda’s Met Opera matinee to Walter’s concert adventures and Pokie’s very relatable “nothing new,…

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The Bartender's Days of Christmas 54:18

7d ago54:18

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Cashé 37:13

16d ago37:13

37:13

Walter and Pokie are back in person at the dining-room-turned-studio for a very Thanksgiving-adjacent episode of Bar Talk. They compare stuffing strategies (cranberries, sausage, and serious gravy), take a ridiculous “Which Thanksgiving food are you?” quiz that somehow declares Pokie is cranberry sauce, and spiral into a debate about the worst dess…

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Splitting Out the Soda 53:40

21d ago53:40

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Stream of Consciousness Vol. 2 34:51

30d ago34:51

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In this cozy pre-Thanksgiving episode, Pokie and Walter catch up on life, gigs, and the weird in-between feeling after big projects wrap up. Walter’s fresh from hot yoga in “the hot room,” Pokie’s recovering from playing for hundreds of kids and getting a parking ticket in NYC, and both of them are trying to remember what day it is as December chao…

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Jimmy Agnew is Looking For Shifts 55:27

1M ago55:27

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Pokie Meets Rosalía 31:09

1M ago31:09

31:09

In this lighthearted episode of BarTalk, Pokie and Walter start with a chaotic laugh about karma and end up diving into everything from house robots and laundry routines to concert updates and pet peeves. Walter shares highlights from the first Project Pacha concert celebrating Bolivian composers, while Pokie talks about the whirlwind of preparing …

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The Crimes of Keith Piesco 1:05:53

2M ago1:05:53

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Bagels to go 29:09

2M ago29:09

29:09

It’s hoodie season at Bar Talk! ☕ Pokie and Walter catch up over morning coffee, talk favorite mugs and bagel orders, and discover the hidden mysteries of Instagram emoji games. In this week’s BarTech segment, they dive into the world of QR codes, Canva hacks, and why AI might be translating your tarot readings. A cozy, chaotic, caffeine-fueled epi…

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The Cult of Jameson 50:53

2M ago50:53

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Dan, Jess, and Andy explore the bar & restaurant industry's culty behavior and realize how close they are to creating their own religion. Intro music is from "Coast to Coast" by Cory Gray.

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Sleepy Time Coffee 38:19

2M ago38:19

38:19

We caffeinate irresponsibly, recap our wild week performing in 11,000 Strings at Park Avenue Armory (50 pianos + chamber ensemble = goosebumps), trade spooky-season movie takes (Chucky ≠ scary), complain about bars with cringey cocktail names, and drop a left-field listening rec: Mozart’s “Coronation” Concerto… with a modern twist. Concerto for Pia…

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Who Throws A Bird? Ep. 184 49:23

3M ago49:23

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Jess, Dan, and Andy dive into the thrown birds, beers from home, and Rachel hatred of the worst part of social media, online reviews. Intro music is from "Coast to Coast" by Cory Gray.By Inebri-Art

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Bloody Fingers 38:17

3M ago38:17

38:17

Pokie and Walter go full stream-of-consciousness this week—starting with “why do we all answer phones with the left ear?” and spiraling delightfully into awkward instrument postures, violin hickeys, super-glued fingertips, and a true story of a concerto round that ended with a blood-spattered keyboard. Updates include Walter’s DC concert in a cathe…

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The Interview 47:34

3M ago47:34

47:34

Andy interviews Dan & Jess to run his potential restaurant. What do these prospective hires think about child vomit, health inspectors, and employee fight clubs? Intro music is from "Coast to Coast" by Cory Gray.By Inebri-Art

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Breakfast World Cup 32:04

3M ago32:04

32:04

It’s Pajama Party: Morning Edition and the coffee is doing the heavy lifting. Pokie and Walter wander from dishwasher-safe mugs to ancient iPods, then somehow end up at the World Cup of Breakfasts (Bolivia, we believed!). There’s a side quest into Apple Music vs. Spotify, a confession about marching-band clarinet glory, and a BarTech detour on why …

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Caught in the Act 51:23

4M ago51:23

51:23

Dan, Jess, & Andy talk about relationship drama at bars, from affairs, to breakups, to why Andy can't go out on a date in Plymouth! Sorry about Jess's audio. Intro music is from "Coast to Coast" by Cory Gray.By Inebri-Art

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Instant Ramen, Pajama Party 32:26

4M ago32:26

32:26

A chaotic, cozy, late-night do-over! Pokie and Walter re-record an episode after realizing the mics weren’t on the first time (whoops). Cue pajama party vibes, instant ramen energy, and lots of musician life: iPad shopping and a microscopic (but pricey) quesadilla, why NYC pianist gigs feel like mini-reunions, and memories of performing on a hundre…

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Over The Edge Ep. 181 48:23

4M ago48:23

48:23

Mike Wisdom is back in the pizza business! The new owner of The Edge joins Dan, Jess, and Andy to talk about Detroit-style pizza, wanting to be on Chopped, and a pizza place only Andy may remember. Intro music is from "Coast to Coast" by Cory Gray.By Inebri-Art

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Pivot! 41:00

4M ago41:00

41:00

In this episode of BarTalk, Pokie and Walter are back with stories, laughter, and a little bit of chaos. We start with baklava (homemade only, please), move into NYC apartment-hopping memories, and somehow end up with Ross yelling “Pivot!” from Friends. But that’s just the warm-up. The big highlight? We relive the Bolivian Bicentennial Challenge, a…

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Don't You Know Who I Am? 1:01:38

5M ago1:01:38

1:01:38

Dan, Jess, & Andy cover the impact that celebrities have on the industry, from customers, to branded liquor, to their varying involvement in bars themselves. Intro music is from "Coast to Coast" to Cory Gray.By Inebri-Art

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ChatGPianisT 36:43

5M ago36:43

36:43

Welcome back to Bar Talk – the podcast where classical music meets chaos (and apparently... the Macarena). In this laugh-out-loud episode, Pokie and Walter reunite in NYC and spiral into stories involving mysterious Mahler rehearsals, jet lag recovery, and martinis gone wild. You’ll hear about: • A hilariously random rehearsal encounter via text su…

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Horse Meat Disco 34:47

5M ago34:47

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In this delightfully chaotic and cross-continental episode, Walter calls in from Tokyo, where he’s adjudicating a piano festival, eating eel jelly, avoiding horse carpaccio, and discovering hidden bar pianos in the backstreets of Japan. Meanwhile, Pokie shares his experience performing rare tree-themed piano music at a local church (hello, Sibelius…

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Don't Call it a Comeback Ep. 179 54:19

5M ago54:19

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Dan, Jess, and Andy are here to talk about how to talk back to customers, how to get kicked out of a bar, and how to pick up a bartender! Intro music is from "Coast to Coast" by Cory Gray.By Inebri-Art

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Dangerous Bread 33:21

6M ago33:21

33:21

In this cozy remote edition of Bar Talk, Pokie tunes in from NYC while Walter reports live from Wilmington, NC (sweating through the humidity). They chat about summer routines, the Bolivian Bicentennial Challenge 🎉, and the power of clear website design for musicians—hint: you only have 10 seconds to make an impression! Pokie introduces a new “BarT…

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No Such Thing As An Ecto Fruit Ep. 178 1:03:57

6M ago1:03:57

1:03:57

Dan, Andy, Jess, & Fish talk about alcoholic versions of childhood favorites, bathroom etiquette, and Dan's pyramid of success. Intro music is from "Coast to Coast" by Cory Gray.By Inebri-Art

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ShamWOW 36:36

6M ago36:36

36:36

Pokie and Walter are back with summer updates, facial mishaps, recital reflections, and a salute to the late great Alfred Brendel. From chaotic dog-sitting in NYC to breaking down the Van Cliburn results (spoiler: ShamWOW), they cover it all. Plus, they share their current practice pieces for the Bolivian Bicentennial Challenge, rant about cars wit…

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An Absolute Disaster of an Episode 55:25

6M ago55:25

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From exploding water pipes to trap doors to gas explosions, Dan, Jess, and Andy are here to talk about all the ways things can go horribly wrong. Intro music is from "Coast to Coast" by Cory Gray.By Inebri-Art

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Forever 21 23:26

7M ago23:26

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🎙 In the episode 2 of BarTalk, Walter and Pokie relive old Facebook wall posts, revisit how they met, share student recital stress, talk sushi birthdays, drag shows, music competitions, and air out their pet peeves. Real Conversation, No Rehearsal. New episodes every other Wednesday. -- 📩 Follow us @bartalkpod | @jurassicpugs | @wfaparicio 🎧 Produc…

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Steely Dan Mahoney Remastered 55:00

7M ago55:00

55:00

In this remastered classic episode of BarTalk, Andy wonders when events will come back, Jordan goes behind the music, Karl is very busy elsewhere, and Dan learns where Steely Dan got their name. Intro music is from "Coast to Coast" by Cory Gray.By Inebri-Art

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Eurovisions Fugitives 21:09

7M ago21:09

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🎙 In the first full episode of BarTalk, pianists Pokie Huang and Walter Aparicio dive into their beautifully chaotic creative process, share the origin of the podcast name, and reflect on procrastination, friendship, and finally hitting record. Plus, they talk Eurovision 2025, chord chart drama, and Walter’s new music initiative—the Bolivian Bicent…

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RIP Fyre Fest 2 56:11

8M ago56:11

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Dan, Jess, & Andy talk about tomato-based drinks, event bartending, and mourn the loss of an iconic music festival. Intro music is from "Coast to Coast" by Cory Gray.By Inebri-Art

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Welcome to BarTalk 2:15

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🎙 Welcome to BarTalk - Real Conversations, No Rehearsal BarTalk is a bi-weekly, no-filter conversation between NYC-based pianists Pokie and Walter. Recorded in their living room (or wherever life takes them), the podcast dives into the real, unpolished side of classical music life — from backstage gossip and student quirks to late-night rants about…

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Adderall Spritz Ep. 174 51:15

8M ago51:15

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Andy wonders how friendly your bartender should need to be, Jess derides the usefulness of drunk nurses, and Dan is pro-banana and anti-traffic. Intro music is from "Coast to Coast" by Cory Gray.By Inebri-Art

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Story Time Number 2 54:01

9M ago54:01

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Dan, Jess, & Andy get together to tell stories about why you don't put paper towels in the bathroom, what's restoring Dan's faith in the youth of America, and whether April Fool's jokes are a lost cause. Intro music is from "Coast to Coast" by Cory Gray.By Inebri-Art

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Espresso Martinis by the Keg 56:30

9M ago56:30

56:30

Dan, Jess, and Andy are back to talk about managing volatile personalities, drinks worth batching, and (almost) accidentally serving minors.By Inebri-Art

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Dan Mahoney's Secret To Happiness Ep. 171 53:45

9M ago53:45

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Andy, Jess, and Dan are back to talk about social media troubles, a little bit of local history, and Dan's campaign promises. Intro music is from "Coast to Coast" by Cory Gray.By Inebri-Art

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Staying for One More Ep. 170 45:04

10M ago45:04

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Dan & Andy are back with Paul & Steve at Forty Second Brew Co in Kingston talking about working with partners, new employee hiccups, and keg killing. Intro music is from "Coast to Coast" by Cory Gray.By Inebri-Art

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Forty Minutes with Forty Second Brew Co. 46:01

10M ago46:01

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Karl and Andy are joined by Paul and Steve of Kingston's Forty Second Brew Co to talk about garage brewing to stay sane, building a community in their community, and trusting a good pilsner. Intro music is from "Coast to Coast" by Cory Gray.By Inebri-Art

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I Don't Want To Touch Anything Gross Ep. 168 48:52

11M ago48:52

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Andy, Jess, Dan and Nick answer listener questions about kitchen fights, bad interview questions, and how old is too old to have your parents come in to complain? Intro music is from "Coast to Coast" by Cory Gray.By Inebri-Art

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Rookie Mistakes Ep. 167 56:31

12M ago56:31

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Andy, Jess, and the recently-married Dan are joined by Nick Thatcher to cover the things you do when you don't know any better, from shots of simple syrup to gas stations full of rusty water. Intro music is from "Coast to Coast" by Cory Gray.By Inebri-Art

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TikTok, Porn, & Radioactive Bananas Ep. 166 58:59

12M ago58:59

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Dan, Jess, and Andy are back to talk about, well, you read the episode title, right? Intro music is from "Coast to Coast" by Cory Gray.By Inebri-Art

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A Slap For Christmas Ep. 165 1:00:10

1y ago1:00:10

1:00:10

Dan, Jess, & Andy discuss their dream parade roles, holiday party shenanigans, and slapping accoutrements. Intro music is from "Coast to Coast" by Cory Gray.By Inebri-Art

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We Meant It At The Time Ep. 164 1:16:19

1y ago1:16:19

1:16:19

Jess takes Andy, Dan, Karl, and Jordan on a trip down memory lane and see if what they said then was still right now. Do kids still not belong at at brewery? Is Dan psychic? Intro music is from "Coast to Coast" by Cory Gray.By Inebri-Art

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Fighting Jess & Other Trends Ep. 163 1:00:04

1y ago1:00:04

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Jess, Andy, and Dan cover recent trends, from hard iced tea, to malort, to unseasonable weather screwing up seasonal beers. Intro music is from "Coast to Coast" by Cory Gray.By Inebri-Art

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There's No Accounting for Taste Ep. 162 49:57

1y ago49:57

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After a blind beer test that seems designed to abuse their editor, Mike & Moriah from Brewster Bar join Karl, Jess, & Andy to talk about matters of taste, warning signs in restaurants, and what to do on a slow, lazy Sunday. Intro music is from "Coast to Coast" by Cory Gray.By Inebri-Art

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Filling the Shelves Ep. 161 51:53

1y ago51:53

51:53

Karl, Jess, and Andy are joined by Mike and Moriah from Brewster Bar to talk about the third annual Plymouth Bartender Competition, the importance of friendliness in friendly competition, and boomerangs. Intro music is from "Coast to Coast" by Cory Gray.By Inebri-Art

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Shut Off (Remastered) Ep. 160 1:03:41

1y ago1:03:41

1:03:41

Dan, Jordan, and Andy are joined by Fish to swap stories about times they've been shut off, times they should have, and Dan, Jordan, and Andy's mysterious alcohol related injuries. Intro music is from "Coast to Coast" by Cory Gray.By Inebri-Art

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Tip Off Ep. 159 55:06

1+ y ago55:06

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Dan, Jess, Andy & Karl get together to talk about raising the server minimum wage, performance punishment, and the shallow end of the tip pool. Intro music is from "Coast to Coast" by Cory Gray.By Inebri-Art

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Get Out & Stay Out Ep. 158 58:22

1+ y ago58:22

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What does it take to get banned from a bar? Dan, Jess, and Andy get together to tell you what you can do to make sure you're no longer welcome. Intro music is from "Coast to Coast" by Cory Gray.By Inebri-Art

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Good Ideas Are Meant To Be Stolen Ep. 157 49:43

1+ y ago49:43

49:43

Dan, Jess, Andy, and Kilianne get together to talk about how to steal other people's ideas, more Doordash shenanigans, and if the front of house deserves to eat. Intro music is from "Coast to Coast" by Cory Gray.By Inebri-Art