Best Rye Taylor Podcasts (2025)

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475. The Wrath of Todd: Tasting the Harden's Creek Trio 47:24

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2d ago47:24

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Jim and Todd return to the Bourbon Road bar for a sequel to their recent Jim Beam tasting, dubbing this episode "The Wrath of Todd" With the holiday season in full swing, the hosts settle in for a sample show dedicated to exploring the impact of warehouse location—or "terroir"—on whiskey. While there are no live guests in the studio, the episode fe…

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The Catcher in the Rye - J.D. Salinger - Book Trivia Podcast 1:02:03

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Think you know The Catcher in the Rye? 📚 This episode of Book Trivia Podcast goes beyond the basics with a fun, fast-paced trivia quiz and a deep dive into J.D. Salinger’s most famous novel. We test your knowledge of The Catcher in the Rye while unpacking: Holden Caulfield’s journey through New York City Major characters, plot points, and symbols T…

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474. Grain-to-Glass in North Carolina: Southern Distilling's Story 57:15

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Jim and Todd welcome Pete Barger, co-founder of Southern Distilling Company, to the show for a deep dive into the history and revival of Statesville, North Carolina—once known as the "Liquor Capital of the World". As one of the nation's largest privately owned distilleries, Southern Distilling balances a massive contract distilling operation with t…

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Bourbon Review: Barrell 20 Year 6:34

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473. Revenge of the Maltmigos 1:00:08

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The "Maltmigos" ride again! Jim and Todd welcome back recurring guests and fellow whiskey lovers, Amsey and Rob, for a long-awaited reunion show. Dubbed "The Revenge of the Maltmigos," this episode strays from the bourbon path to explore a diverse lineup of Irish whiskeys and Scotch whiskies, including a rare and experimental rye from a legendary I…

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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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Oryx and Crake - Margaret Atwood - Book Trivia Podcast 44:42

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Oryx and Crake Trivia - Margaret Atwood's Dystopian Masterpiece | Book Trivia Podcast Join us for a fascinating dive into the trivia and behind-the-scenes facts about Margaret Atwood's chilling 2003 novel, Oryx and Crake - the first book in the MaddAddam trilogy. In This Episode: How Margaret Atwood started writing Oryx and Crake during a 2001 book…

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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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Jim Gaffigan And Bourbon 31:30

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Fred joins Jim Gaffigan in New York for a benefit for veterans. Check out Fred's new book: https://beacons.ai/fredminnick Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Minnick Media Inc.

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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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3 Most Disappointing American Whiskeys of 2025 13:52

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I Capture The Castle - Dodie Smith - Book Trivia Podcast 57:39

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What do crumbling castles, eccentric families, and coming-of-age drama have to do with one of the most beloved classics of English literature? 🏰✨ In this episode of the Book Trivia Podcast, Rachel & Jess dive deep into the enchanting world of I Capture The Castle by Dodie Smith. We unravel the unforgettable opening lines, quiz you on quirky charact…

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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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Reviewed: Woodford Reserve 12-Year-Old American Single Malt 14:10

2M ago14:10

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Fred reviews Woodford Reserve 12-Year American Single Malt, 90.4 proof, $99.99More on product: https://www.fredminnick.com/2025/08/14/woodford-reserve-releases-12-year-single-malt/Fred's new book: https://www.amazon.com/Bottom-Shelf-Forgotten-Brand-Bourbon/dp/1464227055/Join Fred's Whiskey Club: https://www.patreon.com/FredMinnick Learn more about …

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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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Bourbon Review: Pinhook 10 Year 17:19

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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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Rendezvous with Rama - Arthur C Clarke - Book Trivia Podcast 44:25

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Embark on a cosmic adventure with the Book Trivia Podcast as we dive into "Rendezvous with Rama" by Arthur C. Clarke. Published in 1973 and a cornerstone of Clarke’s legendary bibliography, this Hugo and Nebula Award-winning novel catapults listeners into the 22nd century, where humanity faces the ultimate mystery: a colossal alien starship enters …

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Holy Hazmat! Reviewed: Jack Daniel's Special Release Tanyard Hill Rye 21:10

2M ago21:10

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Fred reviews one of the hot new fall releases -- Jack Daniel's Single Barrel Special Release Tanyard Hill Rye, 145.9 proof, $75. Review starts at 9:15More on this rye: https://www.fredminnick.com/2025/10/22/jack-daniels-releases-tanyard-hill-rye-single-barrel/Buy a signed copy of Fred's new book, Bottom Shelf (enter signed copy at checkout): https:…

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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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EXCLUSIVE: The State of Craft Whiskey 27:12

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Fred opines on the State of Craft Whiskey and what you can do to save brands in your home market. More: https://www.fredminnick.com/2025/10/22/craft-spirits-data-project-reports-continued-market-decline/ Full craft spirits data report: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/a8k01gd5212m4a2zkre5t/2025-Craft-Spirits-Data-Project.pdf?rlkey=466e799lt33oi9sppcm…

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Bourbon Review: Colonel EH Taylor Distiller's Council, $1,500 14:42

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Fred finds a backlogged box and turns out it's a pretty rare release of 2025--the Colonel EH Tylor Distillers Council Bottled in Bond that's 15-years old. More on release: https://www.fredminnick.com/2025/07/09/buffalo-trace-launches-colonel-e-h-taylor-jr-distillers-council/Fred's New Book: https://www.amazon.com/Bottom-Shelf-Forgotten-Brand-Bourbo…

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Jack Daniel's Distillery Series No. 15: Sweet Mash Tennessee Whiskey 14:28

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Fred's New Book: https://www.amazon.com/Bottom-Shelf-Forgotten-Brand-Bourbon/dp/1464227055/Signed copy, enter "signed copy" at checkout: https://www.carmichaelsbookstore.com/book/9781464227059 Follow @FourthNeat Join Fred's Whiskey Club: https://www.patreon.com/FredMinnick Subscribe to Fred Minnick's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyE_GJ…

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Bourbon Review: Jackson Purchase Full Proof Bourbon Batch 1 12:43

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Subscribe to @FourthNeat Fred reviews Jackson Purchase Cask Strength Bourbon Batch 1, 117.8 proof, $59 Bottom Shelf: https://www.amazon.com/Bottom-Shelf-Forgotten-Brand-Bourbon/dp/1464227055/More on Jackson Purchase: https://www.fredminnick.com/2024/05/15/jackson-purchase-distillery-in-midst-of-25-million-expansion/Join Fred's Whiskey Club: https:/…

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The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo - Taylor Jenkins Reid - Book Trivia Podcast 53:02

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Dive into the glittering world of Old Hollywood and forbidden love with our latest Book Trivia Podcast episode on Taylor Jenkins Reid’s bestselling novel, "The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo." Discover the secrets behind Evelyn Hugo’s seven marriages as we uncover the heartbreak, scandal, and triumphs of a bisexual bombshell whose story continues to…

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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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Bourbon Review: Elijah Craig Barrel Proof B523 + Age Statement Rant (Recorded in 2023) 17:56

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This review and rant was recorded in 2023. But still important for today! Skip Rant: 10:05Join Fred's Club Marzipan: https://www.patreon.com/FredMinnick Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Minnick Media Inc.

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

3M ago1:13:50

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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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When Fred Bootlegged Bourbon 13:15

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In a lively Bourbon Heritage Month special, recorded in September, Colleen Thomas of the Kentucky Distillers' Association interviews Fred Minnick, who shares wild stories from bootlegging bourbon in Iraq to launching his new podcast Fourth and Neat. Plus, a nostalgic tale of his 7th-grade principal smashing his Easy-E tape for its explicit lyrics. …

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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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Jack Daniel's Blackberry Tennessee Whiskey Review 13:08

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Whiskey Review: 2025 Parker's Heritage 11 year American Whiskey 13:49

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Bourbon Review: Elijah Craig A125 7:02

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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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Are You Experiencing Bourbon Burnout? 18:14

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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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Pride and Prejudice - Jane Austen - Book Trivia Podcast 1:00:51

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Step into the witty world of Jane Austen! In this episode of the Book Trivia Podcast, we dive into Pride and Prejudice — from Elizabeth Bennet’s sharp observations to Mr. Darcy’s shall we say "interesting" proposal. Discover fascinating facts about Austen’s life, the Regency era, and the surprising legacy of her most beloved novel. 🎙️ What you’ll l…

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

4M ago1:12:38

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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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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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Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow - Gabrielle Zevin - Book Trivia Podcast 58:55

5M ago58:55

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Think you know Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin? In this episode, we dive deep into the literary and gaming layers of this bestselling novel—from Sam and Sadie's complicated friendship to the pixel-perfect Easter eggs inspired by Zelda, Mario Kart, and more. 🎮💔📚 🎧 Tune in for: Trivia questions that’ll test your memory and you…

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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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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 …

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453. From Goa to Glasgow: The Maltmigos Ride Again 1:00:33

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In this globe-trotting episode of The Bourbon Road, hosts Jim Shannon and Todd Ritter are joined once again by Rob Carter, one-third of the "Maltmigos," for a single malt tasting session that travels from the Himalayas to the Highlands. Though Amzie couldn't make the show this time, the malt trio powers forward from their tasting post at The Corner…

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452. Mother of Bourbon: A Whiskey Story Worth Telling 1:02:09

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In this captivating episode of The Bourbon Road, hosts Jim Shannon and Todd Ritter sit down with Rabbit Hole founder Kaveh Zamanian at the distillery's stunning downtown Louisville location for a twofold journey: one through the glass, and one through time. Their guest isn't just a master distiller and entrepreneur — he's now an author, and his new…

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Frankenstein - Mary Shelley - Book Trivia Podcast 58:43

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What do volcanoes, ghost stories, and teenage rebellion have to do with one of the most iconic horror novels ever written? ⚡️🧠 In this episode of the Book Trivia Podcast, Rachel & Jess dig into the haunting legacy of Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus by Mary Shelley. We explore the wild origin story behind the book’s creation, the real scienc…

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451. From Ground to Glass: Inside Lost Lantern's Summer Collection Part 2 1:01:32

6M ago1:01:32

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In this episode of The Bourbon Road, Jim Shannon and Todd Ritter return for Part Two of their deep dive into Lost Lantern's 2025 Summer Collection — and this time, it's all about the rye. The duo tastes through a curated lineup of four standout rye whiskeys, plus a bonus pour, delivering flavor notes, backstories, and some playful banter along the …

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450. From Ground to Glass: Inside Lost Lantern's Summer Collection Part 1 1:03:15

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In this week's episode of The Bourbon Road, Jim and Todd settle into the Bourbon Road Bar with four exciting pours—all part of Lost Lantern's 2025 Summer Collection. Known for spotlighting unique, independently bottled whiskeys, Lost Lantern returns with a compelling lineup that champions estate distilleries—those growing their own grains and craft…