Talktales The Podcast

Shana and Matt interview the creator of "The Bitter Life" Eliott Montero. He tells us all out his project about bringing people together by sharing bartender must do lists. We hear stories about being the brand ambassador of Montenegro and how the bartending community knows the real in's and out's of their cities. Grab yourselves something to sip on and let's go on a magical journey into the world of bartending. TalkTales is intended for an audience 21 years and older. We promote responsible drinking and absolutely no drinking and driving.

Shana and Matt finally get the chance to sit down with John "Duke" Mccaffrey. In this episode the team has a great time drinking some choice beverages, telling stories about bad customers and "Baby Jesus." The team is abruptly joined by their pal "Rip Weatherby" (played by Hunter Canedy)and his new friend "Ollie" (played by Nick Jimenez)and they share about their newest adventures! We sip on a delicious clarified Pina Colada made by our very own mixtress Adhel! Tune in to find out how she made it! It's that time, settle in, grab yourselves something to sip on and let's go on a magical journey into the world of bartending. TalkTales is intended for an audience 21 years and older. We promote responsible drinking and absolutely no drinking and driving.

In this Metal themed episode, Shana and Adhel interview Max Reis from Gracias Madre. We talk about Max's love and influence Metal has on his bartending career. We talk about his cocktail ideas and executions. A man who was on one with his bloody hands and we taste a sacrificial mezcal. The team is joined by the one and only "DJ Super Paranoid." and we try to cure his paranoia. Go ahead grab yourselves something to sip on and let's go on a magical and sometimes insane world of bartending. TalkTales is intended for an audience 21 years and older. We promote responsible drinking and absolutely no drinking and driving.

Shana and Matt do a deep drive into the company Barmetrix. They interview owner, Arno Stemmer and "Sake Bomb" to learn more about how Barmetrix works for the world of hospitality. Tune in to learn more about Barmetrix and how it can help your company. TalkTales is intended for an audience 21 years and older. We promote responsible drinking and absolutely no drinking and driving.

Shana and Matt interview Ramsey Musk from the bar Ma'am Sir. The Team takes a deep dive conversation into a serious incident that happened at a local LA bar and Ramsey shares his stories from a customer with a rude-tude! Go ahead, grab yourselves something to sip on and let's go on a magical journey into the world of bartending! TalkTales is intended for a audience 21 years and older. We promote responsible drinking and absolutely no drinking and driving.

Matt and Shana interview Jeremy Allen from Mini Bar in Hollywood, CA. Jeremy reads directly from two plea letters written by two separate customers who had been permanently 86'd from Mini Bar. Tune into to hear what these kooks had to say! Go ahead, settle in, grab yourselves something to sip on and let's go on a magical journey into the world of bartending. TalkTales in intended for an audience 21 years and older. We promote responsible drinking and absolutely no drinking and driving.

Team Tales join in the fun at The Ordinarie once again for the crazy fun Babes Behind The Bar charity event. Shana, Matt and Adhel travel to Long Beach, CA and interview multiple bartending babes and hear stories about women in the bar industry. Thanks to Catalin for putting on such a great fun event and for such a great cause supporting the Long Beach Women's Shelter. TalkTales is intended for an audience 21 years and older. We promote responsible drinking and absolutely no drinking and driving

Shana and Matt interview, you may know him as "The Garnish Guy," the one and only Josue Romero! We talk about his inspirations, his travels, his methods, tales of the cocktail, and when the circus comes to town. With a unexpected and pleasing visit from one of our favorite visitors, Mr. Martini himself steamboats his way into the TalkTales studio. ****Mixtress' Cocktail Of The Week**** "Smokin' Fresh" 1.5 Chopin Vodka .5 Jamaican .75 Charred Pineapple syrup .75 Lime Juice Combine all ingredients in tin, shake and drain into a coup. Grab yourselves something to drink and let's go into the amazing and sometimes crazy world of bartending. TalkTales is intended for an audience 21 years and older. We promote responsible drinking and absolutely no drinking and driving.

Shana and Matt interview bartender from Scopa, Max Kestenbaum. We talk tales of the different styles of bartending, how to achieve speed and multitasking and a story about faking it till you make it! Joined by the surprise questionable guests , "Kyle and Ted" (played by Sherwood Souzankari and Max Kestenbaum)an unforgettable pair with some very questionable values. Mixtress Cocktail Of The Episoede: Chet Baker 1 Sugar cube. 2 Dash(es) Angostura Bitters. 1/4 Ounce(s) Punt e Mes. 1/4 Ounce(s) Honey Syrup. Lemon twist. 2 Ounce(s) Dark rum. Grab yourselves something to sip on and let's go on a magical journey into the world of bartending! TalkTales is intended for an audience 21 years and older. We promote responsible drinking and absolutely no drinking and driving.

Shana and Matt interview Rodrigo Fabian and Roland Sanchez from Maestro's in Pasadena! We talk stories inspiration drawn from life in Boyle Heights, family love and a big ol' naked run. Rip Weatherby (played by Hunter Canedy) joins us to discuss his travels and worldly adventures to find the best beer of the land that will not hurt his tummy. Mixtress Cocktail of the Week! "Starks Highball" 2 oz Stark Spirits Sunshine Orange Brandy .75 oz apricot liqueur .5 oz lemon .25 oz absinthe topa chico sparkling water Grab yourselves something to sip on and let's go on a magical journey into the world of bartending. TalkTales is intended for an audience 21 years and older. We promote responsible drinking and absolutely no drinking and driving.

Shana and Matt interview Nathan McCullough, bar director of Mezcalero DTLA. We talk about cocktail creativity, DTLA bar life and a unruly lady with a hell of a bite! Matt is joined by his special bar guest, "Patricia" played by Carina Martinez. Go ahead, grab yourselves something to sip on and lets go on a magical journey into the world of bartending. TalkTales is intended for an audience 21 years and older. We promote responsible drinking and absolutely no drinking and driving.

Shana and Matt interview creator of Mr. Gold cocktail consulting, Pedro Barriga. We all talk about some situations in bar etiquette, Pedro's early beginnings in the bar industry, the bartender shake, and an epic celebrity encounter! http://www.callmrgold.com/ We are joined by "Cocktail Hating Jimmy" (played by Rob Noyola) who has beef with TalkTales Team and cocktail culture. Grab yourselves something to sip on and let's go on a magical journey into the world of bartending. TalkTales is intended for an audience 21 years and older. We promote responsible drinking and absolutely no drinking and driving.

Shana hit the road to Pasadena to sit down with Karen and Greg Stark of Stark Spirits. This husband and wife team work together to create some fine crafted distilled spirits. We talk about their process and inspiration behind their small batch products. We sip on Dragon Spirit gin and taste through their impressive 9 label catalogue of spirits including, Single Malt, Aquavit, Rum and Valencia Orange Brandy. It was a true pleasure meeting Karen and Greg and to take a tour of their boutique distillery. Check them out at starkspirits.com and book a tour with them, you will not be disappointed. Thanks Karen, Greg and Ash for setting up this educational and entertaining TinyTales episode on TalkTales the Podcast. Now grab yourselves something to sip on and let's go on a magical journey into the world of distilling. TalkTales is intended for an audience 21 years and older. We promote responsible drinking and absolutely no drinking and driving.

Shana and Matt interview a world class bartender, Yanni Pediadtis, We talk a real roofie dirt bag, world-wide tipping, and a bottle of grenadine. We welcome our new reporter, "Al Coholic" and he shares his new field research "Booze In The News." Tune in to find out what big things are happening in the world of booze. Grab yourselves something to sip on and let's go on a magical journey into the world of bartending. TalkTales is intended for an audience 21 years and older and we promote responsible drinking and absolutely no drinking and driving.

For our 50th episode! Shana and Matt interview Tiki expert Nathan Hazard! We hear stories about Tiki beginings, a television mishap, and a real hot Tiki seance. The team is joined by a tiny little worm named Winston (played by Liam Gallorgly) who shares his experience as a Tequila worm. www.thecoconutclubla.com Grab yourselves something to sip on and let's go on a magical journey into the world of bartending! TalkTales is intended for an audience 21 years and older. We promote responsible drinking and absolutely no drinking and driving.

Shana and Matt interview Coleen "Coco" Morton from Mulholland Distilling. They talk about water in LA, the wild west of DTLA and what else but the truth of the old joke, a horse in a bar. Shana and Matt get a rude awakening by the one and only "Shot Monster" played by Adhel Martines. Joined by her cousin "Party Animal" played by Shana Race. Grab yourselves something to sip on and let's go on a magical journey into the world of bartending! TalkTales is intended for an audience 21 years and older. We promote responsible drinking and absolutely no drinking and driving.

Team Tales heads out to Long beach to pay a visit to The Ordinarie. Matt and Shana interview the owner of the Ordinarie, Christy Caldwell as well as the bar manager, Adam Stearns. We talk about the journey of building The Ordinarie, growing up in an Irish pub, creating a successful event, surfer boy and Mr. Magoo. Huge thanks to Christy and Adam for the amazing hospitality. Thank you for the drinks, lunch and the tour of the town. We truly had the best time in Long Beach. Grab yourselves something to sip on and let's go on a journey into the world of bartending at The Ordinarie. TalkTales is intended for an audience 21 years and older. We promote responsible drinking and absolutely no drinking and driving.

Shana and Matt interview the amazing Genevieve Patterson, bartender at The Semi Tropic and Prado in Echo Park. In this wild and wacky episode we are graced with stories of life as a musician in the bar industry, unwanted full frontal and a full mooning guest experience. The Team is joined (interrupted?) by Fresca and Francesca, "The Ladies of Leisure" for a wild ride and lesson about some of LA's go to spots. Grab yourselves something to sip on and let's go on a magical journey into the world of bartending... Edits by Raashid Zubair at www.podbearaudio.com Theme song by Josh Carro Ladies of Leisure written by Shana Race and Ray Little, performed by Ray Little. TalkTales is intended for an audience 21 years and older. We promote responsible drinking and absolutely no drinking and driving.

If you missed the first annual TalkTales ShakeOff, fear not! Grab yourselves something to sip on and join us for this episode where Shana and Matt sit down with our mixtress, Adhel Martinez and Cody Wheat, from our sponsor of the event, Sazerac. We recap about the ShakeOff about it's success and what we would do different next year. Thanks to everyone who helped or participated in the event and congratulations to Sir Richard Swan on his win! Thanks to our sponsor Sazerac! A special thanks to Allison Bryant for all her help and putting out fires when needed! Also, huge thanks Grayson Hittle for creating our amazing flyer and banner for the event! Shout out to everyone who participated! Competitors: Adam Coggins Andrew asper Benjamin Schwartz Brooke McKelvey Catalin Ayala Cody Wheat Daniel Zarate Jimmy jacobik Lane Compton Leandro para dimonriva Manny Nieves Matthew Schmuck Michael Worth Reed Cahill Rob Mcgee Sherwood Souzankari Sir Richard Swan Characters Played By: Billy McCarthey- Bloody Mary B

Shana and Matt interview Nathan Howard from Historic Cole's French Dip. We talk tales of OCD, an unfortunate bathroom mishap, and a pop to the nose. The team is joined by our good pal "Mr. Martini" (played by Riley Chandler) He steam boated all the way from Louisiana to join TalkTales for a good time! Thanks to our new editor Raashid Zubair with PodBear Audio for making us sound bomb! You Rule! TalkTales is intended for an audience 21 years and older. We promote responsible drinking and absolutely no drinking and driving. All rights reserved to TalkTales Entertainment LLC.