Beer, Bourbon and Balderdash

John and Wes discuss Mental Toughness while drinking a delicious Sierra Nevada Pale Ale and Bulleit Bourbon. Cheers!

The Beer – Sierra Nevada Pale Ale

The Bourbon – Bulleit Bourbon

The Balderdash – Mental Toughness

John and Wes enjoy an Elkins Brewing Company blonde with a delicious Rough Rider high rye Straight Bourbon. We also touch on tribalism in America and in the Christian church. Cheers!

The Beer: Elkins Brewing Blonde
The Bourbon: Rough Rider High Rye
The Balderdash: Tribalism

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John and Wes reflect on their early days, reminiscing about a time when both their skills and the audio quality were far from perfect. They share these memories with a touch of humor and hope, aiming to inspire fellow podcasters just beginning their journey. The message is clear: everyone starts somewhere, and the road to improvement is both challenging and rewarding.

The Beer: Ommegang Three Philosophers

The Bourbon: Old Forester Bourbon

The Balderdash: All the things

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John and Wes delve deep into the intriguing history of the classic tune “99 Bottles of Beer,” exploring its folk roots and how it became the quintessential road trip anthem. As their journey through musical lore winds down, John surprises Wes with the enigmatic spirit #6, sparking a taste test shrouded in mystery and anticipation. The adventure doesn’t stop there; they revisit Maui Brewing Co., giving the Coconut Hiwa another shot to impress. Grab a glass and join in—cheers to discoveries, both musical and gustatory!

The Beer: Maui Brewing Co., Coconut Hiwa
The Bourbon: Flor de Cana Rum<...

Craig Weinberg is back as our guest host to talk about a plethora of topics including his trip with his son to Africa, P. Diddle’s sex trafficking scandal, christian controversies, sound systems, and a boots on the ground report from Uganda.

Craig’s podcast: The Interview Podcast

The Beer: No beer this week
The Bourbon: Calumet 10 Year and Leiper’s Fork Bottle-In-Bond Bourbon
The Balderdash: Africa, Soundsystems, P. Diddle and more!
Music to ₿oost!: No music this week

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John and Wes embark on a witty exploration of the U.S. citizenship test’s civics section, putting their 20th-century public education to the test. As they navigate the complexities of American governance and history, they do so with a sense of humor and camaraderie, all while savoring the contrasting flavors of a sophisticated Leffe Belgian Blonde Ale and a somewhat lackluster Wolcott Bourbon. Their journey through the questions becomes not just a test of knowledge, but a delightful blend of learning, laughter, and libations.

The Beer: Le...

Dive into a captivating journey with John and Wes as they unravel the fascinating origins of everyday language, exploring the stories behind the words we use daily. In this episode, we also discover how Nudie’s Honky Tonk crafts its unique IPA, and watch as John delights Wes with an unexpected mystery bottle of spirits. Your invitation awaits to be part of this intriguing blend of linguistic adventures, craft beer exploration, and spirit tasting surprises. Don’t miss out on this exceptional episode of Beer, Bourbon, and Balderdash! Join us, will you, for a journey rich in discovery and chee...

In this rollercoaster of an episode, John and Wes chew the fat over the rise and fall of malls in America, painting a picture of their demise. We add a pinch of goofiness to the mix, pop the cork on some top-notch brews from Long Live Beerworks, and have a taste of heaven with a scrumptious single malt from Swift Distillery! It’s all here, so don’t let the cat out of the bag – dive into the meat and potatoes without missing a beat! Raise your glasses high – Cheers!

The Beer – Long Live Beerworks PVD Pils

The...

Bigfoots, Ogopogos and Skinwalkers – Oh my!

Embark on an enthralling adventure with John and Wes as they explore the enigmatic realm of Cryptids, all while savoring the crisp, invigorating taste of Champ Lager by Mast Landing Brewing and the unexpectedly delightful Rye Whiskey from Postmodern Spirits. Dive into a world of laughter as we tackle everything from the quirks of herpes and beer-induced bloating to the wonders of fitness trackers and personalized ChatGPT workout regimes. Plus, get ready to groove to an electrifying track from Longy! Join us for an episode packed with intrigue, refreshment, and entertainment.

Dive into an engaging journey with John and Wes as they unravel the complexities of parenting—the very essence that inspires their spirited discussions. In this episode, they enhance their conversation with a refreshingly crisp Session Pale Ale from Notch Brewing, paired perfectly with the rich, smooth notes of Straight Bourbon Whiskey from Black Rock Spirits.

Tune in to explore their unique parenting philosophies, enriched by the warmth of their chosen drinks.

Engage with the intrigue as they unveil the enigmatic Balderdash word of the week, inviting you to ponder its mysteries alongside them.

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