Best Jeff Sample Podcasts (2025)

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Jeff Sample: Construction Technology and AI-A 2025 Recap 28:47

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Follow Jeff here Check out Bluebeam here: https://www.bluebeam.com/ Check out ConTechCrew here: https://thecontechcrew.com/ Get the video of this episode here: https://youtu.be/XbvG1dX4xjQBy Jeff Sample

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A Holiday Bourbon Breakdown Of Very Old Saint Nick Christmas Dream with Bourbon Claus 44:07

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Send us a text A once-in-seven-years holiday release becomes the centerpiece of our Christmas bottle breakdown, with aromas of baked bread, eggnog, and allspice leading to a cacao-tinged, long finish. We share distillery stories, explain our rating system, and end with gratitude for six seasons of community. • Middle West Spirits sponsor intro and …

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AI and Leadership Are Transforming the Construction Industry with Tooey Courtemanche 50:02

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Disclaimer: This episode is a rerun of a previously aired conversation, but the insights remain as relevant and powerful as ever. Enjoy this timeless discussion on the evolution of construction and the role of technology in shaping its future. In this episode of The ConTech Crew, host Jeff Sample sits down with Tooey Courtemanche, CEO of Procore Te…

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Find Out Our Bookers Of The Year in This Part 2 Episode & Don't Miss Out On Bourbon Clauses 12 Days Of Christmas Giveaway 55:08

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Send us a text We face off two 2025 Booker’s batches—By The Pond and Phantom Pipes—using our barrel bottle breakdown to score nose, body, taste, and finish, and crown our Bourbon of the Year. Along the way we share holiday chaos, AI artwork laughs, and a few road-warrior stories from Ohio and Kentucky. • sponsor shout to Middle West Spirits and Mic…

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Role of PMs in AI-Led Process Improvement-Quantum Rise 22:32

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Check out Quantum Rise here: https://www.quantumrise.com/industries/construction Reach out to me if you'd like to learn more: [email protected] Hugh Seaton

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The Scotchy #Bourbon Boys Booker’s Showdown 2025! Three Guys 4 Bookers, & a Math Fight 1:12:44

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Send us a text We line up 2025 Booker’s batches, debate what makes the brand’s core profile, and fight our way to a clear winner. By The Pond earns the crown after a tight contest, while the tequila-finished Reserve sparks a big debate about tradition versus innovation. • quick setup on Middle West ad spot and Kentucky bourbon focus • live studio e…

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Top Holiday Tech Gifts for Construction Pros to Stay Healthy and Energized with The Construction Dorks 38:13

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In this holiday special of The ConTech Crew, host Jeff Sample returns with the construction dorks for a hosts-only episode to share their favorite tech and wellness gift ideas for the construction dorks in your life. From wearables and recovery tools to retro gaming consoles and DIY robot arms, this fun-filled episode looks into a wide range of gee…

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John Andres: Construction Inspection Management at Provizual 26:58

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Follow John here Check out Provizual here: https://provizual.com/By John Andres

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We Break Down Knob Creek 21 And Share How To Win 12 Two-Ounce Holiday Samples 1:04:18

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Send us a text We taste and rate Knob Creek 21 with a rich, cherry cola nose, layered fruit on the palate, and a long, peppery finish while sharing holiday giveaways, community release hunts, and party plans. The bourbon balls are back, the 12 Days of Bourbon starts, and the Ohio drop stories keep the bourbon network buzzing. • 12 Days of Bourbon g…

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The Silos Breaking in Construction for Superintendents to Align Planning and VDC with Ross Helleberg 45:54

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In this episode of The ConTech Crew, host Jeff Sample sits down with industry experts Ross Helleberg and Alex Belkofer from McCarthy Building Company. They discuss how their teams are pushing the boundaries of scheduling, planning, and virtual design and construction (VDC). They also explore the integration of advanced scheduling methodologies like…

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Matt Lickwar: Business-Model Change in Construction’s Next Era 33:07

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Follow Matt hereBy Matt Lickwar

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Tasting Jim Beam Winter Reserve: Vanilla, Toast, And Holiday Vibes What Makes A $26 Bourbon Win The Winter? 1:04:54

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Send us a text We taste and rate Jim Beam Winter Reserve with our barrel bottle breakdown, then map where it fits in winter sipping, cocktails, and the budget shelf. Holiday plans, party specials, and a practical look at value over hype round out the pour. • double toasted six-year bourbon with vanilla-forward profile • light nose, medium body, toa…

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Taylor Time: The EH Taylor Deep Dive 1:51:56

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Send us a text We chase the full Colonel E.H. Taylor story, from the man who pushed Bottled‑in‑Bond into law to the modern line that swings from Small Batch to Four Grain and Warehouse C. We rate pours live, debate scoring, and map how grain, wood, and aging shape flavor and finish. • EH Taylor’s life, reforms, and heated warehouses • Small Batch n…

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What Feeding 1500 Workers Taught Construction Leaders About Efficiency with Scott Kaplan 40:32

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In this episode of The ConTech Crew, the hosts Jeff Sample and Nathan Wood are joined by Scott Kaplan of Jerry's Kitchen, a mobile catering service that specializes in feeding large-scale construction projects, including data centers and remote job sites. Scott shares the journey of how Jerry's Kitchen evolved from a traditional food truck to a hig…

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We Put The “Trail” In Cocktail: Trains, Steaks, And 2,500 Seats Of Whiskey with Wally Dant at KBF 37:43

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Send us a text We sit down with Log Still’s Wally Dent at Kentucky Bourbon Festival to talk festival evolution, bottle buyers and flippers, and how a modern distillery builds fans for life. From a 2,500-seat amphitheater and B&Bs to a Louisville steakhouse and the Remington 1860 collaboration, we cover brand, blend, and the business behind the bott…

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Thanksgiving, Turkeys, And Wild Turkey 101 Proof Traditions With Four Branches Master Distiller Gregg Snyder 1:38:01

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Send us a text We celebrate bourbon heritage, wild turkey conservation, and how a surplus of aged barrels sparked the creation of Russell’s Reserve. Gregg Snyder joins us to share stories of Jimmy Russell, warehouse wisdom, and why Russell’s 13 and 15 hit so differently. • annual Thanksgiving special with Gregg Snyder • turkey hunting passion and N…

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FREETO: Building a Career Toward CTO in Construction with Jen Clark 43:15

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In this special re-release of The ConTech Crew Podcast, we're revisiting a powerful crossover episode from FreeTo CTO series, where hosts Jeff Sample and Trent Leinenbach are joined by Jen Clark, Project Integration Manager at General Sheet Metal. This conversation remains just as relevant today, diving into how unconventional career paths and curi…

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How An Iconic 1936 Rickhouse Became A Modern Home For The Old Louisville Whiskey Co. Where Amine Karaoud is Blending, Bottling, And Kicking Ass 43:07

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Send us a text We share pours, stories, with Amine Karaoud and a big reveal: Old Louisville Whiskey Company is moving into a 1936 Seagram’s warehouse and turning the lights back on for a silent piece of bourbon history. From slow cutting and mingling to launching a $59, 8-year Kentucky Series, we show how tradition powers modern craft. • reviving a…

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From Prohibition To The Bourbon Boom: Craft, Culture, And Dark Arts 1:28:11

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Send us a text We race from Prohibition to the modern bourbon boom, then settle in for a deep dive on finished whiskey with Dark Arts as our guide. Sponsors, community updates, and a holiday giveaway round out a fast, flavorful hour. • Prohibition’s shock and the long road to repeal • WWII ethanol pivot and postwar bourbon export growth • 1964 reso…

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Hemingway In A Glass 1:09:18

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Send us a text We share a club night full of rare pours and smart pairings, then put Hemingway Bourbon and Rye through a dueling bottle breakdown that challenges price bias and highlights finish, body, and balance. Plans shift as we preview Bourbon History Part Two and extend an invite for a Wild Turkey special with Greg. • Crystal Glencairn Club t…

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The Future of Construction Scheduling for GCs to Improve with AI using Planera - Nitin Bhandari 38:43

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In this episode of The ConTech Crew, the hosts Jeff Sample and Nathan Wood sit down with Nitin Bhandari, Co-founder of Planera, to discuss the transformative impact of technology on construction scheduling. Nitin shares how his journey from hardware engineering to software entrepreneurship led him to tackle one of the industry's biggest pain points…

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The History of Whiskey Part 1: How Whiskey Built America: From Farm Taxes To Flavor Science & Makers Mark Private Select 1:11:59

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Send us a text A storm knocked out the lights at Maker’s Mark, so we built a Private Select by daylight and rain, then dug into how whiskey’s flavor science connects to America’s past. We rate a “Candied Apple” pick, share cocktail ideas, and trace the path from frontier stills to Bottled‑in‑Bond and Prohibition. • Makers Mark Private Select progra…

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Vintage Pours, Modern Vibes Revival Vintage Spirits and bottle shop 53:05

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Send us a text We set up outside Revival Vintage Spirits and dive into how dusties drink differently, why the bar’s pour sizes encourage smarter tasting, and what it means to make rare bottles accessible without the velvet rope. A 1992 Maker’s Mark goes head to head with a current bottle, a basement trove of 1946 Dowling surfaces, and plans for Bou…

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How Field Robotics Are Protecting Workers & Solving Deadly Risks in Construction with Tyler Williams 39:50

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In this episode of The ConTech Crew, the hosts Jeff Sample and Nathan Wood chat with Tyler Williams from DPR Construction. He returns to discuss the latest advancements in robotics on construction sites, how they're being integrated into the field, and their potential to revolutionize the industry. Tyler shares insights on the challenges and opport…

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Take It Personal (Ep 175: 2Pac Tribute Part 2) 4:08:34

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We hit you with the bangers in Part 1… But Part 2? That’s the one for the real heads. It seems like Part 2s are always the fan favorites — more obscure, more cohesive, more personal. We came out swinging for the masses last time, but this round, we’re diving deep. The music isn’t in strict chronological order, but it feels like a journey — from Pac…

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Why Single Barrel Saturday Feels Like Bourbon Christmas 1:55:31

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Send us a text We turn Single Barrel Saturday into a game plan, unpacking how Ohio builds the state’s biggest bourbon drop, why the community makes the lines worth it, and which bottles deserve your first pick. Ann shares how barrels are selected, allocated, and revealed while we call out sleepers and strategy. • statewide single barrel release log…

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We Revisit Old Ezra 7 And Rate It 17 Out Of 18 While Planning Single Barrel Saturday And Holiday Giveaways 59:33

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Send us a text We spotlight craft roots, map out Single Barrel Saturday in Ohio, and then dive deep into Old Ezra 7 Barrel Strength—rating it 17/18, debating the finish, and ending with a bottle kill. Along the way we share club perks, holiday party plans, and how to get first shot at our barrel picks. • Middle West Spirits and grain-to-glass ethos…

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How Contractors Fix Preconstruction Chaos to Replace Excel and Boost Margins with Don Tiefenbrunn 35:04

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In this episode of The ConTech Crew, the host Jeff Sample talks with Don Tiefenbrunn and Steve Botz from RMOne about why current ERPs overlook pre-construction needs and how RMOne was born out of real-world challenges faced by construction professionals. They explore the fundamental shift in how construction companies approach technology, starting …

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The 5th Annual Scotchy Bourbon Boy Halloween Party Podcast Vanilla, Char, Halloween Spirits, and what makes Devil's Cut Different From Every Other Bourbon 1:11:46

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Send us a text We chase the lore and flavor of Jim Beam Devil’s Cut, rate it with a Halloween twist, and compare a fresh crack to a years-open bottle to see how oxidation reshapes vanilla, char, and sweetness. We also spotlight Blood Oath packs to frame value pours against complex blends. • Middle West Spirits shoutout and origin nods • Halloween s…

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Discover Bardstown's, Trail Hotel & How it has Become Bourbon Country’s VIP Playground 38:02

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Send us a text We sit down inside the hidden speakeasy at the Trail Hotel in Bardstown to taste the house bourbon and rye, tour the amenities, and map out Kentucky Bourbon Festival’s President’s Club experiences. Heritage, hospitality, and smart design turn a former Holiday Inn into a bourbon lover’s basecamp. • location across from Preservation an…

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What Does Integrity Taste Like In A Glass, Evan Williams 12 year delivers & why The Bourbon Community Will Never Let You Down 54:17

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Send us a text We drive from the Ohio Craft Distillery Whiskey Festival to Whiskey Thief, lose a wallet, and find it untouched, reinforcing why the bourbon community feels different. We close with a detailed Evan Williams 12 Year review and scores. • growth of Ohio craft distilling and key brands • why bourbon culture rewards integrity and trust • …

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Take It Personal - Jeff Pearlman Interview (Only God Can Judge Me: The Many Lives of Tupac Shakur) 2:06:09

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Coming off our Eminem tribute, we’re going back-to-back with another one. This time, we’re paying homage to one of the most polarizing artists of all time: 2Pac. You might remember way back in episode 16, we dropped a 2Pac mini-mix for our West Coast Classics series. Well, here we are — 158 episodes later — finally giving you our official 2Pac Trib…

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Grandma’s Purse Had Werther’s; Ours Has Weller Full Proof 1:12:20

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Send us a text Two hosts taste and score Weller Full proof while unpacking its Buffalo Trace weeded mashbill, Pappy lineage, and why it remains so hard to find. A side-by-side of 2024 vs 2025 bottles leads to big caramel, butterscotch, and oak debates, plus “Knobs on Ice” to test dilution. • sponsor shout and community roll call across YouTube and …

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Warehouse Wars: The Hardin’s Creek Experiment 1:18:59

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Send us a text We map how identical distillate aged 11 years diverges across three Beam Claremont warehouses, then score Warehouse R and taste through W and G to find the standout. Along the way we revisit Harden’s Creek history and sample Golden Origins corn whiskey to clarify why used barrels change the label and the flavor. • Harden’s Creek orig…

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How MEP Firms Stay 40 Percent Inefficient Without SOPs or Value Mapping with Thomas & Shaabini 39:46

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In this episode of The ConTech Crew, the host Jeff Sample sits down with Thomas Santos and Shaabini Alford to explore the ongoing challenges and opportunities within construction operations, especially as they relate to process inefficiencies, technology adoption, and leadership. With decades of combined experience, the guests unpack how value stre…

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Take It Personal (Ep 174: 2Pac Tribute) with Jeff Pearlman 5:25:47

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Coming off our Eminem tribute, we’re going back-to-back with another one. This time, we’re paying homage to one of the most polarizing artists of all time: 2Pac. You might remember way back in episode 16, we dropped a 2Pac mini-mix for our West Coast Classics series. Well, here we are — 158 episodes later — finally giving you our official 2Pac Trib…

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From Honey-Infused Craft To Port-Finished Guadalupe: How Garrison Brothers Built A Texas Original We talk about it with Dan Garrison 1:30:07

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Send us a text We share how a promise to make a honey bourbon became a labor-heavy infusion method, why Texas heat shapes price and flavor, and how Guadalupe evolved from a winery barrel swap to direct Portuguese port casks. The craft boom, bank-fueled bloat, and the power of fan communities round out a candid look at where bourbon goes next. • hon…

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From Painting to Perfect: The Booker’s Jerry’s Batch Story 1:11:06

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Send us a text We taste Booker’s Jerry’s Batch, honor Jerry Dalton’s legacy, and tell the story of how a painting, a vintage serial number, and a shared hunt formed our friendship. The pour leads to a rare perfect score as we break down vanilla glaze, caramel apple notes, and a finish that glows more than it burns. • why Jerry Dalton matters to Bea…

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How the Agent Builder Empowers Construction Teams to Codify Processes with Tooey Courtemanche 37:02

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In this episode of The ConTech Crew, the host Jeff Sample sits down with Tooey Courtemanche from Procore to discuss exciting innovations in the construction industry, particularly the role of AI in improving project management and work-life balance. Tooey shares insights into Procore's latest advancements, including AI-driven tools and the integrat…

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Ashley Barnes explains how refurbished French oak, rapid Amburana cycles, and patient blending create luxury profiles without losing Kentucky bourbon’s soul 24:18

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Send us a text Ashley Barnes walks us through the craft behind Lucky Seven’s luxe finishes and Curley’s everyday versatility while we trade festival stories, hotel speakeasy tips, and single-barrel wins. From refurbished French oak to five-day Amburana cycles, we dig into how consistency, balance, and smart lab design keep each pour true. • Lucky S…

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Take It Personal (Ep 173: Eminem Tribute - The Early Years) 4:03:52

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It’s finally time we pay homage to one of the best to ever do it. Maybe it took us a little longer because we know how polarizing Eminem can be — but Take It Personal has always been about cataloging music, honoring the culture, and letting the music speak louder than our words. On today’s episode, we bring you our Eminem Tribute: The Early Years. …

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What does 140.8 proof teach us about restraint? 1:16:34

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Send us a text We trade perfect bar seats for a once-in-a-lifetime OFC pour, walk the river at Bourbon on the Banks, and put Augusta’s 13-year hazmat through a full Barrel Bottle Breakdown. Between dusties, cigars, and cathedral oak, we weigh power against poise and land on what makes a pour memorable. • platform updates, memberships, and feedback …

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A Bourbon-Fueled Weekend: From Bourbon on The Banks to Four Roses OBSK 1:01:24

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Send us a text We recap a fast, generous, and unforgettable Bourbon on the Banks weekend—from Whiskey Thief’s bonfire kickoff to rare pours at House of Commons—and finish with a Four Roses OBSK single barrel breakdown that scores 16/18. Along the way we visit Four Roses, Wild Turkey, Buffalo Trace, and more, and share why recipe literacy turns casu…

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The Industrial Shift in Construction for Contractors to Survive and Scale with Jonathan Marsh 44:20

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How a Small River Town Built a World-Class Bourbon Brand—Inside Augusta Distillery: Community, Craft, & Cask Strength Bourbon 47:55

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Send us a text A live conversation from Kentucky Bourbon Festival with Augusta Distillery’s national brand ambassador Matt Groves, explores how a small river town builds a premium, single‑barrel bourbon brand while keeping community at its core. We taste Buckner’s 10 and 13, unpack Old Route 8, announce surprise drops, and share a vintage 1946 pour…

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How a small town festival becomes bourbon’s beating heart 52:22

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Send us a text We map out the full Bourbon on the Banks weekend—kickoff at Whiskey Thief, Friday auction, and a citywide Saturday—then rate The Beautiful and the Damned’s “The Last Lion” with a balanced, peach-forward breakdown. We share how to join the fun even without tickets and where to find us live. • sponsor shout for Whiskey Thief tasting ro…

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The Procurement Software for Contractors to Solve Real Pain & Scale into Acquisition with Or Lakritz 42:08

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In this episode of The ConTech Crew, the hosts Jeff Sample and Nathan Wood chat with Or Lakritz. Or shares the journey of StructShare, from its inception to its recent acquisition by Trimble. They discuss how this acquisition is reshaping procurement in the construction industry, the role of AI in construction technology, and how contractors and fo…

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Black Diamond: Ohio's Coal Country's Liquid Gold 56:39

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Send us a text Black Diamond Bourbon combines innovative boxcar aging with a thoughtful blend of Middle West and MGP whiskeys to create a uniquely Appalachian expression that honors Ohio's coal mining heritage. • A bourbon that scores an impressive 15/18 on the Old Louisville Whiskey Company's barrel bottle breakdown scale • Mash bill of 71% corn, …

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Star Hill Farm: Nature's Whiskey Masterpiece 1:06:56

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Send us a text The Scotchy Bourbon Boys taste the new Star Hill Farm American Wheat Whiskey from Maker's Mark and discuss their connections with the distillery and upcoming barrel picks. This 114.7 proof whiskey made from a blend of seven and eight-year-old wheat whiskeys showcases Maker's Mark's commitment to regenerative farming practices. • Star…

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How Predictive Analytics Stops Budget Overruns from Broken Schedules in Construction - Michael Pink 40:49

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In this episode of The ConTech Crew, host Jeff Sample interviews Michael Pink, CEO of SmartPM, to discuss the importance of time management in construction projects. Michael, a seasoned professional in construction technology, shares his journey from consulting to creating SmartPM, a platform that helps businesses manage risk, stay on schedule, and…