Flight Night with Hard Truth
Get an inside look at Hard Truth Distilling Co. on this episode as we sit down with Bryan Smith to explore the distillery’s growth, whiskey-making philosophy, and the evolution of Indiana craft bourbon and rye. We sample Hard Truth’s 7-Year Bourbon, 7-Year Wheated Bourbon, and 7-Year Sweet Mash Rye.
Keep readingDave Fenley on fatherhood, the Opry & Rest Of My Life
Country singer-songwriter Dave Fenley joins Bar Conversations to talk about his new album Rest Of My Life, the long road that led to the project, and the experiences that continue to shape both his music and personal life.
Keep readingLandon Smith on “Lavender,” TikTok & his journey to Nashville
Landon Smith talks about his latest single “Lavender,” his rise from Georgia college bars to Nashville, and the experiences shaping his next chapter as an artist. Landon reflects on growing up in McDonough, playing in bands throughout middle and high school, and cutting his teeth performing frat parties at Georgia Southern University.
Keep readingInside the story of Old Raleigh
Get an inside look at Olde Raleigh Distillery on this episode of Neat & Mixed Questions as we sit down with founder & master blender Brandon McCraney to discuss the journey from idea to award-winning distillery.
Keep readingDrake White on “Tradition,” his recovery & Ladder to the Sky documentary
Drake White returns to talk about his latest music and his documentary Ladder to the Sky: A Hunt’s the Healing Story. Drake reflects on his Alabama roots, family life, faith and the journey that has shaped both his music and mindset—from surviving a life-altering stroke in 2019 to becoming an advocate for brain health and…
Keep readingNational Bourbon Week 2026 Preview
We sit down with Sam Lacy to talk about the continued growth of National Bourbon Week heading into year three, how the event has evolved since its launch, and why it has become a true community-wide celebration that goes far beyond the distilleries.
Keep readingCJ Solar on #1 Hits, The Old Souls & “Black Label Blues”
Country singer-songwriter CJ Solar talks about their new single “Black Label Blues,” the title track from the CJ Solar & The Old Souls forthcoming album. CJ reflects on his Louisiana roots, growing up in Baton Rouge, and the early influences that shaped his path.
Keep readingRabbit Hole Flight Night with Matt Gandolfo
We sit down with Matt Gandolfo, Master Taster at Rabbit Hole Distillery, to taste through Dareringer Single Barrel, Raceking Limited Release, and Boxergrail Rye Whiskey—breaking down each pour, the unique mash bills behind them, and what makes Rabbit Hole’s approach stand out in today’s whiskey landscape.
Keep readingCigarettes @ Sunset on Possum Rock, Touring & Mountain Roots
Country rock band Cigarettes @ Sunset joins Bar Conversations to talk about their new EP Possum Rock and the journey from the Blue Ridge Mountains to life on the road. Featuring Garrett Dellinger, Wells Whitman, Sarah Vann, Ryland Bagbey, and Ethan Moore, the band reflects on how friendships helped shape their sound, along with the…
Keep readingWe talk 75 beach cocktails, mocktails & more with Allyson Reedy
We sit down with Allyson Reedy to talk about her latest book, Beach Cocktails. She shares how her background in food writing and cookbook creation shaped her approach to Beach Cocktails, along with what it was like collaborating with bartenders, mixologists and photographers to bring the book to life.
Keep readingStyles Haury on new 5 TO 9 EP, songwriting & journey to Nashville
Country artist and songwriter Styles Haury joins Bar Conversations to talk about his upcoming 5 TO 9 EP, out May 15, and the journey that took him from blue-collar roots to Nashville success.
Keep readingWhat’s new at the 2026 Kentucky Bourbon Festival
We preview the 2026 Kentucky Bourbon Festival with President and COO Randy Prasse, taking place September 10-13 in Bardstown. We talk through the festival’s 35-year evolution and how it has grown into one of the premier bourbon events in the country, drawing more than 60 distilleries to Bardstown.
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