Best Thomas W Lyons Podcasts (2025)

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#64 - Southern Distilling Company w/ Pete Barger 1:40:59

4d ago1:40:59

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In this episode I traveled to Statesville, NC to visit Southern Distilling Company and sat down with the legendary Pete Barger to chat all things whiskey, contract distilling, and more! I can't thank Pete and the Southern Distilling family for their hospitality and willingness to sit down with me for this great episode. Also a special thank you to …

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#63 - Mystic Farm & Distillery w/ Mike Sinclair & Jonathan Blitz 1:24:10

18d ago1:24:10

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In this episode I traveled to Durham, NC to visit Mystic Farm & Distillery with my good friends Logan and Andrew helping out on set! I was able to sit down with the great guys behind the operation: Michael Sinclair & Jonathon Blitz - and we had an awesome conversation! I can't thank both Mike and Blitz enough for their willingness to sit down with …

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#62 - Whiskey Del Bac w/ Mark Vierthaler 49:23

1M ago49:23

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In this episode I traveled to Tucson, AZ to visit Whiskey Del Bac during the American Craft Spirits Association Convention! With some last minute scheduling, Master Distiller Mark Vierthaler and I were able to sit down have this fantastic conversation! Even more special about this episode is that our good friend and fellow podcaster Doug (DemiTaste…

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#61 - Barrio Brewing Co. w/ Jaime Dickman & Gary Fritze 1:01:39

2M ago1:01:39

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In this episode I traveled to Tucson, AZ to visit Barrio Brewing Co. and had the pleasure of sitting down with some of the great people behind the magic: Jaime Dickman and Gary Fritze! I had an awesome time learning their stories and the story of Barrio! I can't thank them enough for their willingness to sit down with me and help make Barrio come t…

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#60 - George Washington's Distillery w/ Steve Bashore 1:21:08

2M ago1:21:08

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In this special episode I returned to Mount Vernon, Virginia to visit one of the coolest places on the planet. George Washington needs no introduction, but did you know he made whiskey and the distillery at Mount Vernon is fully operational? Head distiller Steve Bashore gives me a quick tour and sits down with me for a fantastic conversation. I can…

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Legacy Spouse 2:30

3M ago2:30

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www.vectorwealth.com The post Legacy Spouse appeared first on Today's Business Radio.By Thomas W Lyons

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Maximizing Your Business Sale: Strategies for Value and Tax Efficiency 2:31

3M ago2:31

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www.fidelismn.com The post Maximizing Your Business Sale: Strategies for Value and Tax Efficiency appeared first on Today's Business Radio.By Thomas W Lyons

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Selling Smart: Overcoming Challenges for a Successful Business Transition 2:30

3M ago2:30

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www.fidelismn.com The post Selling Smart: Overcoming Challenges for a Successful Business Transition appeared first on Today's Business Radio.By Thomas W Lyons

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#59 - Lyon Rum w/ Jaime Windon 1:13:29

3M ago1:13:29

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In this episode I traveled to the small town of St. Michaels, Maryland to visit one of the best people in the business! Jaime Windon jubilantly crafts American Rum at Windon Distilling with their flagship product: Lyon Rum. Her creativity and service on small business boards knows no bounds! I can't thank Jaime enough for her willingness to sit dow…

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Finding the Perfect Buyer: Strategies for a Successful Business Sale 2:30

3M ago2:30

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www.fidelismn.com The post Finding the Perfect Buyer: Strategies for a Successful Business Sale appeared first on Today's Business Radio.By Thomas W Lyons

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Do I Have Enough to Retire 2:30

3M ago2:30

2:30

www.vectorwealth.com The post Do I Have Enough to Retire appeared first on Today's Business Radio.By Thomas W Lyons

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Divorce 2:30

3M ago2:30

2:30

The post Divorce appeared first on Today's Business Radio.By Thomas W Lyons

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#58 - Southern Grace Distilleries w/ Thomas Thacker 1:18:25

3M ago1:18:25

1:18:25

In this episode I traveled to Mt. Pleasant, NC and visited one of the most unique distilleries I've ever been to! Southern Grace Distilleries resides in an old North Carolina State Prison and they sure do embrace every ounce of history! I can't thank owner Thomas Thacker enough for his willingness to sit down with me and share his story and his gra…

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#57 - Hugger Mugger Brewing Co. w/ Tim Emmert 1:27:28

4M ago1:27:28

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In this episode I traveled to Sanford, NC and visited one of my favorite spots: Hugger Mugger Brewing Company! Owner Tim Emmert joined me to share his story in craft brewing and the story of Hugger Mugger!I can't thank Tim enough for his gracious welcome and willingness to sit down with me. Can't wait to be back at Hugger Mugger for a pint soon!For…

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#56 - re:Visit | Broadslab Distillery w/ Jeremy Norris 59:55

4M ago59:55

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In this episode I traveled back to Benson, NC and revisited our friends at Broadslab Distillery! Owner Jeremy Norris joined me to catch up on all things Flue Cured Whiskey and the Agricultural side of distillation! I can't thank Jeremy enough for his warm welcome and willingness to sit down with me again, but this time on video! Truly appreciate hi…

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SECURE 2.0 2:30

4M ago2:30

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Vector Wealth Management The post SECURE 2.0 appeared first on Today's Business Radio.By Thomas W Lyons

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#55 - Dancing Goat Distillery w/ Nick Maas 1:18:35

5M ago1:18:35

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In this episode I traveled to Cambridge, WI and had the absolute pleasure of sitting down with Nick Maas - owner and operator of Dancing Goat Distillery! Nick's family story weaves through the halls of alcohol history from moonshining, creating RumChata, and all the way to Charlie Berens' Brandy and cementing themselves as one of Wisconsin's larges…

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#54 - re:Visit | Central Standard w/ Evan Hughes & Jim Kanter 1:10:31

5M ago1:10:31

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In this episode I traveled back to Milwaukee, WI and revisited my good friends at Central Standard Craft Distillery! Owner Evan Hughes and Chief Commercial Officer Jim Kanter sat down to catch up on all things Central Standard and showcased some of their newest product! I can't thank Evan and Jim enough for their warm welcome and willingness to sit…

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#53 - Susquehanna Brewing Co. w/ Fred Maier 55:34

6M ago55:34

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In this episode I traveled to Pittston, PA and had a fantastic conversation with Fred Maier - owner and operator of Susquehanna Brewing Company! Honoring is family's heritage from Germany, 6 generations of beer makers later Fred is making some fantastic craft product just south of Scranton, PA. I'm grateful for his and SBC's warm hospitality and lo…

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Things to Consider when Selling your Business to Family

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Things to Consider when Selling your Business to Family Faelon Partners Ltd The post Things to Consider when Selling your Business to Family appeared first on Today's Business Radio.By Thomas W Lyons

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How Much is Enough to Retire? 1:30

6M ago1:30

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How Much is Enough to Retire www.faelon.com The post How Much is Enough to Retire? appeared first on Today's Business Radio.By Thomas W Lyons

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#52 - 3 Sheeps Brewing w/ Grant Pauly 50:33

6M ago50:33

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In this episode I traveled to Sheboygan, Wisconsin and had was welcomed by 3 Sheeps Brewing's own Grant Pauly! As owner and operator, Grant has created something special up in Sheboygan, WI with classic beer recipes alongside different experiments and a really unique barrel aging program! I'm incredibly grateful for his hospitality while onsite! Fo…

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#51 - Ledgerock Distillery w/ Bryce Retzer 49:42

7M ago49:42

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In this episode I traveled to Fon du Lac, Wisconsin and had the pleasure of sitting down with Bryce Retzer, the head distiller of Ledgerock Distillery! The Retzer Family has been distilling since 2018 and farming for even longer! Ledgerock takes grain to glass very seriously and is making some fantastic products! For more information: Be sure to fo…

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#50 - Lakefront Brewery w/ Russ Klisch & Mike Stodola 52:09

8M ago52:09

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In this episode, I traveled to my hometown and beer capital of the world: Milwaukee, Wisconsin! I had the unique privilege of sitting down with Owner Russ Klisch and Brand Manager Michael Stodola to hear their individual stories of getting into craft beer and the story of Lakefront itself.This episode was recorded at the end of July and unfortunate…

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#49 - Sturgeon Spirits w/ Karl Loewenstein 1:00:36

8M ago1:00:36

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In this episode, I traveled to Oshkosh, Wisconsin to learn the store of the only distillery in town: Sturgeon Spirits. Owner and distillery Karl Loewenstein graciously sat down with me to discuss all the things he's infusing, his small business, and his background as a Russian History Teacher!They have some fantastic products and I can't wait to vi…

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#48 - J. Henry & Sons w/ Joe Z. Henry 1:39:39

9M ago1:39:39

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In this episode, I traveled to Dane, Wisconsin - just north of Madison - to learn all about J. Henry & Sons and their incredible family story. Master Blender Joe Z. Henry - the oldest of the Henry sons - sat down with me to discuss all things Bourbon and Rye centered around their family farm. They have some fantastic products and I can't wait to vi…

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#47 - Ope! Brewing Co. w/ Kyle Ciske & Cameron Patterson 1:17:44

9M ago1:17:44

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In this episode, I traveled to my hometown of West Allis, Wisconsin to learn all about the brewery that opened after I moved away! Co-owner Kyle Ciske and Brewer Cameron Patterson welcomed me to Ope! and shared their story, alongside a flight of beer of course! Enjoy the music in the beginning and ending? Cheers to Kyle - a musician himself - for s…

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#46 - re:Visit | Great Lakes Distillery w/ Nate Newbrough & Brendan Cleary 1:35:52

9M ago1:35:52

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In this episode I traveled back to my hometown of Milwaukee, WI and had the special privilege of speaking with Head Distiller Nate Newbrough and Bar Manager Brendan Cleary - at Great Lakes Distillery!! Back when we were still just doing audio, Great Lakes joined us on Episode 12 for what is still our most successful audio episode TO DATE! Now, we b…

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#45 - Cotton & Reed Distillery w/ Jordan Cotton 1:19:18

10M ago1:19:18

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In this episode I traveled to Washington DC and had the pleasure of speaking with Jordan Cotton, co-founder and distiller at the Cotton & Reed Rum Distillery! I'm so thankful for Jordan's hospitality and look forward to visiting again when I'm in the area! For more information: Follow: @cottonandreed on Instagram Visit: https://www.cottonandreed.co…

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#44 - Baltimore Spirit Co. w/ Max Lents & Eli Breitburg-Smith 1:15:56

10M ago1:15:56

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In this episode I traveled to Baltimore, MD and had the honor of speaking with the great Max Lents and Eli Brietburg-Smith. Both are Co-founders and distillers at Baltimore Spirits Co! I'm so thankful for Max and Eli's hospitality and look forward to visiting again when I'm in the area! For more information: Follow Baltimore Spirits Co.: @baltspiri…

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#43 - Mt. Defiance Cidery & Distillery w/ Peter Ahlf 59:07

11M ago59:07

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In this episode I traveled to Middleburg, VA - a small rural town just about an hour west of Washington D.C. - and had the honor of speaking with the head distiller at Mt. Defiance Cidery & Distillery: Peter Ahlf! I'm so thankful for Peter's hospitality and time and can't wait to visit again when I'm in the area! For more information: Follow Mt. De…

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#42 - Devil's Due Distillery w/ Wylie McDade 1:12:20

11M ago1:12:20

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In this episode I traveled to Kearneysville, WV - a small town just 20 min NW of Harpers Ferry - and had the pleasure of speaking with owner and operator of Devil's Due Distillery: Wylie McDade. I'm so thankful for Wylie's hospitality and friendship and can't wait to visit again when I'm in the area! For more information: Follow Devil's Due: @devil…

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#41 - Virtue Feed & Grain w/ Tom "Big T" Gale 1:19:07

12M ago1:19:07

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In this episode I traveled to Old Town Alexandria, VA - a beautiful historic town just minutes from Washington DC - and had the honor of speaking with Tom "Big T" Gale - the Director of Operations at one of the biggest bourbon bars and restaurants in the area, Virtue Feed & Grain! Tom is a Kentucky Colonel, Executive Bourbon Steward, king of one-li…

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#40 - Five Saints Distilling w/ John George 1:00:07

1y ago1:00:07

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In this episode I traveled to Norristown, PA - just outside of Philadelphia - and had the honor of speaking with John George - founder and distiller of Five Saints Distilling! I'm so thankful for John's hospitality and can't wait to visit again when I'm in the Philly area! "Growing up in the Upstate New York countryside provided a childhood of outd…

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#39 - FEW Spirits w/ Paul Hletko 58:04

1y ago58:04

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In this episode I traveled to Evanston, IL - just outside of Chicago - and had the pleasure of speaking with Paul Hletko - founder and distillery of FEW Spirits! I'm so thankful for Paul's hospitality and can't wait to visit again when I'm in the Chicagoland area! "PAUL HLETKO, FOUNDER & DISTILLER, SAW THE POWER OF PEOPLE FOLLOWING THEIR DREAMS. HE…

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#38 - Noble Stein Brewing Co. w/ Zach Morrow & Garrett Joiner 49:59

1y ago49:59

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In this episode I traveled to Indiana, PA and had the joy of interviewing Zach Morrow - owner and operator of Noble Stein Brewing Co, and Brewmaster Garrett Joiner! "It all started in a garage. We had both homebrewed before. Then, one day we brought all of our ideas and recipes together. We started out using home brew kits in a simple five-gallon k…

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#37 - Liberty Pole Spirits w/ Jim Hough 1:30:30

1y ago1:30:30

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In this episode I traveled to Washington, PA and had the pleasure of speaking Jim Hough - owner and operator of Liberty Pole Spirits! Alongside his Wife and Sons, Jim honors the incredible history of Washington County, PA with one of the first American Industries: Whiskey! Liberty Pole Spirits celebrates the secret gathering in a meetinghouse near …

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#36 - Prospect Spirits w/ Sean Isassi 1:00:36

1y ago1:00:36

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In this episode I traveled to El Paso, TX and had the pleasure of speaking with Sean Isassi of Prospect Spirits! The distillery itself is a work in progress in an old pizza shop, and the work they've done so far is really impressive! Makers of Free Range Vodka and Brindle Bourbon - among other delicious offerings, Prospect Spirits owns the space in…

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#35 - Static Line Brewing Co. w/ Steve Khoo 38:59

1y ago38:59

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In this episode I had the honor of sitting down with Steven Khoo - owner and operator of Static Line Brewing Co. in Sanford, North Carolina! Steven, alongside his wife Michelle, have only recently opened but already have a massive following and dedicate their space to the military community nearby at Fort Liberty (Bragg). Steven himself is retired …

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#34 - Old Line Spirits w/ Mark McLaughlin 1:22:43

1y ago1:22:43

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In this episode I had the pleasure of sitting down with Mark McLaughlin to discuss his journey from Navy to Distillery and everything in-between at Old Line Spirits in Baltimore, Maryland! visit www.oldlinespirits.com Follow @oldlinespirits If you enjoyed this episode, I’d really appreciate a follow and share on social media, subscribe to our YouTu…

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#33 - Blackhat Distillery w/ Kim Immel 51:58

1+ y ago51:58

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In this episode I traveled to Colorado Springs, CO on the heels of the 2024 American Craft Spirits Association Convention in Denver! I've admired Blackhat from afar and am so grateful for the opportunity to stop by and talk to their head distiller Kim Immel. Visit https://www.blackhatdistillery.com/ Follow @blackhatdistillery If you enjoyed this ep…

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#32 - The Bar Book w/ Mike Waskewich & Dolly Gray 41:40

1+ y ago41:40

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In our first video episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Mike and Dolly - founders of The Bar Book! They've created something special with a brand new app that helps you discover flavor profiles in products that fit you and your preference! The app went live in March 2024, and has tons of steam and TLC behind it. Mike and Dolly welcomed my w…

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#31 - Sang•Froid Distilling w/ Jeff Harner 54:16

1+ y ago54:16

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Our last audio only episode is here! I had an absolute blast talking to owner and operator, Jeff Harner, about his quaint and unique distillery in Hyattsville, Maryland. Sang•Froid Distilling is one of the smallest yet most impressive operations I've had the pleasure of visiting and I can't thank Jeff enough for having me! visit online at https://w…

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#30 - McClintock Distilling w/ Braeden Bumpers 44:30

1+ y ago44:30

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In this episode, I again traveled to Frederick, Maryland to visit McClintock Distilling and speak with owner and operator Braeden Bumpers! Braeden graciously welcomed me into the distillery and gave a wonderfully detailed tour showcasing their beautiful space and I certainly can't wait to return! Visit them online at https://mcclintockdistilling.co…

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#29 - Puerto Rico Distillery w/ Angel Rivera 59:54

1+ y ago59:54

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In this episode I traveled to Frederick, Maryland to visit Puerto Rico Distillery and speak with owner and operator Angel Rivera. Originally from Puerto Rico, Agnel prides himself on sharing a slice of his culture with the American spirits market and often hosts events in the area to share a bit of his delicious Pitorro – or Puerto Rican Moonshine.…

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#28 - Broadslab Distillery w/ Jeremy Norris 38:55

1+ y ago38:55

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In this episode I traveled to Benson, North Carolina to visit Broadslab Distillery and speak with the man behind it all, Jeremy Norris. Broadslab is just a short drive away from where I frequently visit in North Carolina and I’m glad I finally had the opportunity to take a tour and visit the beautiful farm. This is one I am excited to bring to vide…

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#27 - Shmidt Spirits w/ Brian Roan 59:14

1+ y ago59:14

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In this episode I traveled to Beltsville, Maryland to visit Shmidt Spirits and talk with master distiller, Brian Roan. The small distillery is owned and operated by Arthur Shmidt – an engineer from the College Park, Maryland area who’s desire to make better spirits than what’s on the market emboldened his blending of engineering and his love of fin…

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#26 - Keir Family Distillery w/ Sam Keir 38:52

1+ y ago38:52

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In this episode I traveled to Northern Pennsylvania to visit the Keir Family Distillery located in the small town of Warren Center. The distillery sits on a farm just 5 miles south of the New York/Pennsylvania state border and is only about an hour from where I spend my time drilling for the Army National Guard. I had the pleasure of speaking with …

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#25 - Tobacco Barn Distillery w/ Dan Dawson, Sean Coogan & Scott Sanders 1:00:13

1+ y ago1:00:13

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In this episode, I had the pleasure of visiting the beautiful veteran owned Tobacco Barn Distillery in Hollywood, Maryland and sat down with the trio behind it all: Dan, Sean, and Scott! Tobacco Barn is a true ground to glass distillery, growing the corn used in their whiskey right there on the farm. Ground to glass recently paid off when in 2023, …

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#24 - Painted Stave Distilling w/ Michael Rassmusen 1:12:42

1+ y ago1:12:42

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In this episode, I traveled to Smyrna, Delaware to visit Painted Stave Distilling and speak to one of their owners - Michael Rassmusen. The most unique thing about this craft distillery is the building's history! It was originally opened as the Smyrna Theatre back in 1948 and Painted Stave maintained much of the original aspects of the theater insi…

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