The Western Express on their debut album, Craigslist and dancehalls
Stephen Castillo and Phill Brush, of country band The Western Express, join us to talk about their debut album, meeting on Craigslist, their name, growing up in Texas, how they’re a team, building out the band, working with rockabilly star John Evans, playing gigs and more.
Q&A with Turtleback Ridge Brewery
In this Q&A, we chat with Keegan McGee, head brewer at Turtleback Ridge Brewery in Robertson County. Keegan talks about being part of a working farm, how the brewery became part of it, working with other farmers/growers in the area, collaborating with breweries across the state, experimenting with beer styles and flavors, being in Robertson County and what’s next.
Happy Hour with Switchback Brewing’s Bill Cherry
This week’s spotlight is on Bill Cherry, Founder & Brewmaster at Switchback Brewing Co. Switchback was founded in 2002 by Cherry and his longtime friend Jeff Neiblum. To maximize complexity and flavor, the beer is left unfiltered and carbonated during fermentation by the yeast itself, creating a 100% naturally conditioned beer.
What’s Pouring: Yellowstone Limited Edition, SONIC Hard Beverages & Skrewball Whiskey
Limestone Branch announces 2022 Yellowstone® Limited Edition
Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey aged in Marsala Superiore casks plus SONIC Hard Beverages is rolling out new offerings this fall and Skrewball Whiskey is introducing a 100ml can.
KINGSLEY on her latest album, being an entrepreneur and her love of music
Artist and entrepreneur KINGSLEY joins us to talk about her latest album, having a love for music at an early age, being part of a big family, becoming an entrepreneur, crafting lipstick to match her album’s singles, making a cocktail book and more.
Q&A with chef Sara Bradley
In this Q&A, we chat with Sara Bradley, owner/chef of the freight house in Paducah and runner-up Season 16 of Top Chef. Sara talks about how she became a chef, how she puts her psychology degree to use, sharing the restaurant with family, having fun on social media, what it was like on Top Chef, returning to Paducah, launching the freight house, the restaurant’s booze collection and what’s next for her.
Canteen Strawberry Vodka Soda
This ready-to-drink cocktail is pretty straightforward. Plus, it’s just 99 calories with 0 sugar and 0 carbs. It’s also gluten free.
Coppercraft Pink Bubbles
This ready-to-drink cocktail brings together pomegranate and sweet cherries, mixed with lemonade and premium vodka. It’s pretty good and 10% ABV!
Miami Cocktail Co Margarita Spritz
This ready-to-drink cocktail is a spin on the classic spritz but comes in at 110 calories. It also non-GMO, vegan-friendly and gluten-free. Cheers.
Johnny Day on working in the oilfields, his wife’s proposal and good beer
Country artist Johnny Day joins us to talk about working in the oilfields, growing up in Colorado, moving to Nashville fulltime, saying no to his wife’s proposal, his favorite beers, working on new music, being on TikTok and more.
Q&A with Drunkwood creator John King
In this Q&A, we chat with John King, creator and founder of Drunkwood. John talks about how he got into woodworking, if he’s always been creative, being a teacher, how he comes up with designs, working with bourbon barrels, his love of craft beer, being part of the Kentucky Guild of Brewers, how folks kind find his work and more.
Chat with UNspilt creator Leah Jean Shafer
We chat with UNspilt creator Leah Jean Shafer on crating the unspillable drink holder. She talks about her love of the great outdoors, enjoying craft beer, creating UNspilt, how it differs from other products, making it in her garage and more.
BAR CONVERSATIONS
No matter how you like it, grab your favorite drink and join us for a fun conversation. Bar Conversations features interviews musicians, personalities and entertainers as they talk about their careers, new projects coming and so much more. A new podcast is released every Tuesday.
HOPS & SPIRITS KENTUCKY
It’s a different type of Q&A as we ask the questions and our guests talk about the alcohol. From drinks and food to art and fun, listen to the stories of some of your favorite brewers, distillers, chefs, artists, authors, brands and more in Kentucky (and surrounding areas). A new podcast is released every week.
Cocktail:30
It’s always Cocktail:30 time for us. Whether it’s a tip from experts, sharing recipes or highlight cocktails, we’re shaking (or stirring) things up.
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With a podcast, videocast and videos highlighting new pours and cocktails, Hops & Spirits has something for everyone. Hops & Spirits was created by Jonathan Greene, who loves craft beer, whiskey, music and sharing great stories.
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