Two Drink Minimum is where artistry meets unfiltered conversation. Hosted by Gabriel Shaffer—visionary artist and owner of Mortal Machine Gallery—and Chris Trew—renowned comedian, producer, and founder of multiple comedy venues—this podcast dives into the minds of creatives, innovators, and rule-breakers. With the house rule that “there is a two drink minimum,” every episode blends laughter, insight, and candid storytelling. From behind-the-scenes tales of the art world to the unpredictable ...
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Pop the cork and turn up the volume — this episode of Two Drink Minimum brings together the fabulous world of drag and the unstoppable energy of New Orleans bounce music! 🥂✨ Gabe and Chris sit down with the dazzling Drag Queen "Bubbles" and a high-energy bounce rapper "504 Icy Girl" over a bottle of Prosecco to spill tea, swap stories, and serve up…
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Paintbrushes, Punchlines & Petty Reality TV
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51:55What happens when you mix two comedians, two artists, and a round (or two) of drinks? You get wild takes, big laughs, and brutally honest conversations. In this episode of Two Drink Minimum, we dive deep into the creative grind, the chaos of dating, and the guilty pleasure that is reality TV. From studio struggles to stand-up war stories — nothing’…
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"Cocktails & Conjuring: The Zenith Cooler Chronicles"
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40:47In this intoxicating episode of Two Drink Minimum, Gabe and Chris are joined by local mixologist Micah and New Orleans’ own friendly conjurer, Elias, as they sip on a Micah-inspired cocktail, the Zenith Cooler. From crafting the perfect drink to match your social vibe, to casting spells for boosting libido and finances—this episode stirs up equal p…
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In Episode One, Gabe and Chris kick things off with a wild ride of laughs and unexpected truths as they sit down with true crime podcast host and professional adult entertainer Emily Nester, alongside local New Orleans comedian Troy Duchane. Over a glass of moonshine in a mason jar, the conversation gets hilarious—and surprisingly deep—real quick.…
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In Episode Zero, show creator Gabriel Shaffer and co-host Chris Trew introduce the world to the 2 Drink Minimum podcast in this laid-back, “get to know you” kickoff episode. It’s the start of a wild ride where the sharp mind of a visual artist meets the wit of a seasoned comedian—serving up meaningful conversations over drinks. With special guests …
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