Best Bottle Bond Podcasts (2025)

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Ep 16 Real Talk or Just Banter? Why MEN Bottle It & WOMEN Bond Over Struggles 40:49

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Welcome to our 16th episode of We’ve Got This… Maybe! The Podcast! This week we’re diving into the emotional divide asking why real talk often turns into just banter when it comes to men. Are women more comfortable showing vulnerability, or have we just been taught different rules? We unpack why men bottle things up, the role of friendship dynamics…

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Old Forester 117 Series Bottled in Bond a Distillery Release That We Wish Was a Bigger Bottle 11:15

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Dave and H finally crack a special little bottle (375ml) they picked up at the Old Forester distillery in Louisville. It's The 117 Series, Bottled in Bond and they think its pretty special, not just because of the amazing nose, and really good palette and mouthfeel - but because it brings with it a fun story. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Old Fore…

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The Whiskey Trip - Season 3, Episode 19 - A Tribute to the Bottled in Bond Professor, Bernie Lubbers 1:16:31

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This week on The Whiskey Trip, Big Chief takes the backseat and lets the Bottled-in-Bond Professor himself, Bernie Lubbers, steer us through a masterclass in American whiskey history. Known for his relentless advocacy, storytelling talent, and undying love for the Bottled-in-Bond Act of 1897, Bernie has been the face of bonded whiskey for decades—e…

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Ep. 385: This is Whiskey Mutant's Last Episode + Willett Small Batch Rye Review 1:20:05

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Send us a text It's been a privilege, an honor, and an immense joy to have Eric as my cohost over the past 4 years and over 190 episodes of the podcast. All things end eventually, but this one certainly hurts a lot. On this episode, though, we send our Whiskey Mutant off into the sunset with one of his favorite whiskeys and we talk about how wonder…

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The Whiskey Trip - Season 3, Episode 22 - Maximilian Merrill, Owner - Ponfeigh Distillery 55:53

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Big Chief heads into the whiskey-rich hills of Somerset, Pennsylvania, where coal dust memories and rye whiskey pride still echo through the mountains. He sits down with Maximilian Merrill, owner of Ponfeigh Distillery, a man reviving the bold legacy of Monongahela Rye, one barrel at a time. With roots tracing back to the Ponfeigh Smokeless Coal Co…

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Super Mensch VOS! The Backstory of the Man Walking Point in The Battle Against Tariff's 1:38:50

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I sat down with Victor Owen Schwartz back in February 2022, and this episode originally aired on my birthday, June 30, 2022. In light of recent developments in the international wine trade, I thought this would be a great time to revisit this episode and reintroduce you to the man who fellow podcast Alum Lyle Fass has described as a true “Mensch." …

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BBT - Maker's Mark - Thomas Bolton Senior Manager of Visitor Experience and Education 1:23:28

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The crew visits Maker's Mark and sat down with Thomas Bolton, Senior Manager of Visitor Experience and Education. We discussed his journey to the bourbon world, Maker's Star Hill Farm and how it's built around sustainability and much more. We also tasted through Cellars Age, The Keepers and Heart releases and the most recent and brand new Star Hill…

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Season 6, Episode 22: The Bourbon Life Crew - Unscripted & Unfiltered 1:29:18

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In this Episode of The Bourbon Life Podcast, the Bourbon Life Crew (minus Chad) spend some time hanging out together in The Bourbon Life enjoying some great conversation and some great pours. The Crew kicks things off with Bourbon Life Jeopardy, inspired by Philip’s idea to turn a love of trivia into a spirited game. From there, they dive into thre…

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Ep. 384: This is Caleb's Crossing Bourbon & Rye w/David Jennings AKA RareBird101 1:53:42

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Send us a text We're welcoming our old pal Dave Jennings back to the TIMBP world this week, who's got a fresh new brand to share with all of us! Created alongside his father and already going under some massive changes, the Caleb's Crossing family of whiskeys is sure to bring a new and exciting flair to the bourbon, rye, and even wheat whiskey drin…

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Classics, Cultures, and Corks: How Prof. Tony Verdoni Bridges Life, Languages, and Italian Wine 1:38:47

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Welcome back to Beats, Vines & Life! In today's episode, host MJ Towler is joined by Bobby Rallo and the legendary Professor Tony Verdoni, known as the "Wine Professor" and a true OG in the world of Italian wines. Tune in for a vibrant, heartfelt, and occasionally hilarious conversation that zigzags from the bustling streets of Jersey City, through…

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The Whiskey Trip - Season 3, Episode 21 - Bill Whitlow - Wenzel Whiskey 1:02:27

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This week on The Whiskey Trip, Big Chief barrels into Northern Kentucky—a land where whiskey history runs thicker than molasses and the ghosts of rectifiers past still linger in the mash. He sits down with Bill Whitlow of Wenzel Whiskey, housed in a restored 1873 brick beauty that’s equal parts heritage and hustle. Together, they toast to the long-…

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BBT - Penelope Toasted Blackout Schreck's Pick 19:09

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The crew tastes and reviews a Penelope Toasted store pick. The pick was done by Blackout and Schreck's Liquor store. The toasted bourbon was a 75/21/4 toasted in a Heavy Char barrel.By Jeremy Minton

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Season 6, Episode 21: REMIX - Robert Likarish, Founder, Jonathan Likarish, Master Distiller & Blender, & Marcia Likarish, Mother of Texas Whiskey - Ironroot Republic Distillery 1:34:01

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In this REMIX Episode of The Bourbon Life Podcast, Matt and Mark spend some time hanging out with Robert Likarish, Founder, Jonathan Likarish, Master Distiller & Blender, and Marcia Likarish, the Mother of Texas Whiskey, of Ironroot Republic Distillery. This Episode origianlly aired on December 6, 2024 as Episode 252. The guys talk with Robert, Jon…

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Ep 15 Blending Families: Making It WORK When It's Not That EASY 47:10

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Welcome to our 15th episode of We’ve Got This… Maybe! The Podcast! This week, we’re diving into the beautiful chaos that is blended families. From entering a family as someone without kids, to figuring out your place as a sibling -we’re talking all the things no one quite prepares you for. How do you manage holidays when everyone has different plan…

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Evan Williams Bottled in Bond and a Surprise that we weren't quite ready for. 11:12

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Dave and H try what might be the most cost-effective Bottled-in-Bond Bourbon on the Market. Dave is surprised and it's all in all, a delightful experience. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Evan Williams Bottled in Bond01:00 Notes on the Nose02:10 What its like on the Palette04:30 Dave's Surprise and the Screwcap06:06 The History and Significance of B…

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Ep. 383: This is 2XO Icon Series, Gem of Kentucky, and Beyond with Dixon Dedman 1:40:55

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Send us a text It's an immense and sincere pleasure to be welcoming our friend Dixon Dedman back to TIMBP this week, after far too long of a hiatus. We spend some time enjoying each other's company while pouring some excellent whiskeys, discussing his career both past and present, and spending some time reminiscing on our shared history. It's a cla…

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The Whiskey Trip - Season 3, Episode 20 - Kendra Anderson, Head Distiller - Leiper's Fork Distillery 1:03:57

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This week on The Whiskey Trip, Big Chief heads to one of the most cherished stops on his whiskey journey—Leiper’s Fork Distillery—a place where friendship has aged into family and the spirits are as bold as the stories behind them. He sits down with the powerhouse herself, Kendra Anderson, the head distiller whose path began behind the bar mixing c…

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Pinot Noir Roots, Grenache Dreams, Lirac, and the Spirit of Etienne. 1:16:41

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Welcome back to another special edition of Beats, Vines & Life! In this breaking news episode, MJ Towler is joined by a powerhouse panel of returning friends and innovators in the wine world: Adam Howard Lee of Clarice Wine Company, Moret Brealynn (winemaker and hospitality veteran), and Sasha Verhage, co-creator of the celebrated Downstream projec…

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BBT - Four Roses New 100 Proof Single Barrel Recipes 22:51

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The crew tries 2 of the 3 Four Roses New 100 Proof Single Barrel Recipes, OESO and OESK. While we could not locate the third we compare and contrast the two we did. Four Roses has 5 yeast strands with 2 unique mashbills that create 10 single barrel variations.By Jeremy Minton

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Ep 14 Mood, Motivation & The MAN-CYCLE?! Let’s Talk Hormones 44:15

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Welcome to our 14th episode of We’ve Got This... Maybe! The Podcast! This week, we’re diving deep into something that rules way more of our lives than we realise... HORMONES. We’re talking about how hormones impact our day-to-day lives, relationships, productivity, and why we need to stop brushing it off as “just hormones.” Because let’s be honest……

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Howler Head is it a Bourbon or It Is A Banana Lolly in a Glass? 11:15

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Dave and H share a kind of silly pour of silly Howler Head. It's a 'Flavoured Bourbon' that tastes like one of our childhood treats. So, Dave and H reminisce and chat about what makes a bourbon, bourbon, and what makes banana lollies a fun shooter. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Howler Head Bourbon 03:02 Tasting Notes and Flavour Profile 05:55 Bour…

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Episode 16 | Came for the Q&A... Stayed for the Trauma Bonding 1:04:22

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Sayonara Season 2! Our last episode starts as a lighthearted Q&A from our Instagram and turns into full-blown trauma bonding (classic us). We laugh, vent, and get real about everything from boobs to boundaries. Instagram: @truthmomspod TikTok: @truthmoms Clean Swaps: Truly Free Links & Codes: $39 Stain Removal System with 100 FREE Loads of Laundry …

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Ep. 382: This is my International Wine & Spirits Competition Preview w/Bridget Albert & Dawn Davies 1:21:22

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Send us a text We've got an extra special episode this week as we welcome new friends Bridget Albert and Dawn Davies to the show and explore their insight and expertise behind the International Wine & Spirits Competition. The IWSC is one of the most lauded and respected competitions in the industry and it's an honor to both represent and discuss th…

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Why Do We Polish Our Nails? 1:13:08

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Learn all about the art of the manicure with Teagan and Bekah as we investigate when we started painting our nails, why we paint our nails, and how manicures have changed over time! Check us out on insta @bemorespecificpod or at bemorespecific.org for show notes and photos to go along with the ep!

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Sips, Stories, and Scenic Views: Culinary Journeys Across Northern Italy with Bobby Rallo 1:28:08

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Welcome back to another episode of Beats Vines & Life! In this lively installment, host MJ Towler is joined by seasoned restaurateur Bobby Rallo as they take us on a whirlwind audio adventure through Northern Italy. Get ready to buckle up for an epic helicopter ride—literally and figuratively—as the guys swap stories about white-knuckle vineyard vi…

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BBT - High West Director of Sensory and Product Development Tara Lindley 51:52

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The crew sits down and talks with the High West Director of Sensory and Product Development Tara Lindley. Tara shares her journey from Biochemist, to Napa Valley to her newest role with High West. She does all this while walking us through their two newest releases, the Bourye and High Country the American Single Malt.…

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Ep 13 MIDLIFE CRISIS or Just a RESET? Why Change Isn’t Always a Breakdown 39:09

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Welcome to the 13th episode of We’ve Got This ... Maybe! The Podcast! This week, we’re diving into a term that gets thrown around a lot once you hit your 30s and 40s, the “midlife crisis.” But is it even a thing anymore?! We're asking is “midlife crisis” just outdated language for what is actually reinvention? And are we actually going through iden…

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Season 6, Episode 19: REMIX - Juliet Schmalz, CEO & Founder - Fortune's Fool Whiskey 1:17:40

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In this Episode of The Bourbon Life Podcast, Matt and Mark spend some time hanging out in The Bourbon Life Studios with Juliet Schmalz, CEO & Founder, of Fortune’s Fool Whiskey. The guys talk with Juliet about her decision to leave her career as an anesthesiologist to pursue a career and launch a new brand in the whiskey industry, the creation of t…

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Elijah Craig 18 Single Barrel The Attainable Unicorn 11:00

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H and Dave pour a really old bourbon ... 18-year-old single barrel from Elijah Craig. Which provokes a conversation about whether old bourbon is better than bourbon that isn't as old, as well as a reflection of the Elijah Craig range. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Elijah Craig Single Barrel 18 Year 03:06 Exploring the Characteristics of Single Bar…

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Ep. 381: This is my 2XO Vinyl Blend Bourbon Review | Best Icon Series Release Yet? 1:22:42

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Send us a text Has Dixon Dedman done it again, or is there something underlying in this most recent release of the Icon Series from 2XO? Has Eric spent another ONE THOUSAND DOLLARS since we last recorded? Are we in the Twilight Zone? Only one way to find out! Enjoy, folks, and thanks as always for supporting This is my Bourbon Podcast. Become a pat…

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Episode 15 | Rewriting the Postpartum Story with Jane Baecher, CEO of Anya 47:12

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What if the postpartum experience didn’t have to be so lonely, overwhelming, or under-supported? In this powerful conversation, your favorite moms sit down with Jane Baecher, co-founder and CEO of Anya (@thisis.anya), and deep dive into her quest for changing the way we care for moms after birth. Together, Brit, Court, and Jane explain why postpart…

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The Whiskey Trip - Season 3, Episode 18 - Big Chief and Little Feather Ride Again 54:52

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This week on The Whiskey Trip, Big Chief takes us deep into the heart of Texas—the Hill Country—where dusty wind runs in the blood, and memories ride tall in the saddle. He’s joined by none other than his little brother, Mitch Grey—known to many as Little Feather. Together, they ride back through time, sharing stories of their rural upbringing, the…

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Marvie’s Triple Threat: The Restaurant Guys, The Winemakers Pod, and Me 1:22:15

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Before we dive into today’s episode, I want to take a moment to acknowledge the passing of a dear friend of the pod. John Myers of The Winemakers Pod passed away unexpectedly at his home in Sonoma last week. His passion for food, wine, and life will be missed. Welcome back to another episode of Beats Vines & Life! This week, we’re hitting the road …

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BBT - Old Forester 117 Series Warehouse I, Extra Old Batch 2 and Bottled in Bond Rye 32:35

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The crew review and discusses the latest Old Forester 117 Series Warehouse I, Extra Old Batch 2 and Bottled in Bond Rye bottles. These three releases have dropped in the past 6-8 months. These offerings are unique in their own way. All present a bit older then other Old Forester products.By Jeremy Minton

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Ep 12 “Oh Just Boys?” The Pressure of Gender Expectations & Raising Boys 42:14

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Welcome to our 12th episode of We’ve Got This ... Maybe! The Podcast! This week, we’re talking about something a lot of parents feel, but barely say out loud: gender pressure and the emotional rollercoaster of raising just one gender. From hearing “you’ll try again for a girl, right?” to the constant “just boys?!” comments. We’re opening up about t…

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Season 6, Episode 18 - REMIX - Matt Cunningham, Founder - Old Glory Distilling Co. 1:26:00

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In this REMIX Episode of The Bourbon Life Podcast, Matt and Mark spend some time hanging out with Matt Cunningham, Founder, of Old Glory Distilling Co. from Clarksville, Tennessee. This Episode originally aired as Episode 235 in August 2024. We talk with Matt about his background and how he transitioned from studying finance in college to becoming …

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Weller 12 Year Old A Really Really Good Wheated bourbon That Almost Was A Pappy 11:05

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Dave asks H to tell that story of how this Weller could have almost been a Pappy, and Dave remembers why he loves it so much - the bourbon, and the story. We think its a good one, but not everyone is quite so sure. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Weller 12 Year Old Bourbon 02:49 Exploring the Flavour Profile of Weller 12 year 06:12 The Legacy of Wil…

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Ep. 380: This is my Wild Turkey 8 Year 101 Review | Can it Replace the Current Wild Turkey 101? 1:33:55

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Send us a text We've waited a LONG time for the international Wild Turkey 8 Year 101 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey release to return home, and boy howdy, has it ever! At $43(ish) a bottle and a beautiful age statement, it's sure to turn heads and please wallets and palates everywhere. But, how does it stack up to the current iteration of Wild T…

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The Whiskey Trip - Season 3, Episode 17 - Jerry McCall - ASW Distillery 1:02:55

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This week on The Whiskey Trip, Big Chief plants his boots firmly in Atlanta, Georgia — a city that has tasted fire, risen from ruin, and come back stronger every time. He sits down with Jerry McCall from ASW Distillery, a man whose passion for whiskey burns as hot as the city’s fighting spirit. Together, they dive deep into the raw, unvarnished sto…

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Chianti, Calamari, and Culture: Bobby Rallo’s Italian Wine Journey 1:18:33

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Before we dive into today’s episode, I want to take a moment to acknowledge a significant event that has touched millions around the world. Earlier this week, we learned of the passing of Pope Francis. His leadership, compassion, and unwavering commitment to faith and service left an indelible mark not only on the Catholic Church but also on the gl…

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BBT - Jack Daniel's 10yr and 12yr Review 30:39

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The crew blinds the Jack Daniel's 10yr Batch 2 and 12yr Batch 1. We reviewed them and try to guess which is which. Jack Daniel's continues to kill it with these special releases.By Jeremy Minton

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Ep 11 Can we handle the TRUTH? Feedback, Apologies and why we get defensive! 43:42

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Welcome to our 11th episode of We’ve Got This ... Maybe! The Podcast! This week, we're tackling one of the trickiest things to navigate: feedback. Why do we sometimes take it as an attack rather than a helpful suggestion? Why does a simple critique feel like an emotional blow? 💥 We also dive into the art of apologising—when is it necessary, and whe…

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Season 6, Episode 17: The Bourbon Life Crew - Unscripted and Unfiltered 1:17:58

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In this Episode of The Bourbon Life Podcast, The Bourbon Life Crew spends some time hanging out together in The Bourbon Life Studios sharing some great pours and even better conversation. They talk about the recent news regarding the closure of Garrard County Distilling Co. and whether that is an indicator of the current Bourbon market overall, the…

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Kirkland Bottled in Bond a Costco Bourbon from Barton 1792 Juice 10:35

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Dave and H pour a glass of Costco's Kirkland Bottled in Bond, which might sound a bit odd, until you hear that it's from Barrels sourced from the Barton 1792 Distillery. It's a great pour for a supermarket brand bottle. Chapters 00:30 Introduction to Kirkland Bottled in Bond Bourbon 01:30 The secrets of sourced whiskey. 02:49 Exploring the Differen…