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ALASKA BARCAST

31 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 11 ratings

Sharing the people, the culture, and lifestyle of the Last Frontier one dive bar at a time.

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Episodes

Episode ? - Where did we go... - Crossroads Lounge

April 05, 2023 17:00 - 1 hour - 50.8 MB

It's been a crazy winter and many moons since we have recorded an episode. We honestly can't remember what happened. Apparently, Brad was abducted by aliens. But, you are in luck, we return to Alaska Barcast with amazing guests and a whole lot going on.  We discuss cocaine cat, among other things, and enjoy diving into the Alaska marijuana industry with none other than the infamous Weed Fairies. Easily recognized throughout the Anchorage dispensary and dive bar scene, thanks to their donnin...

Jack Daniels & Popcorn - Crossroads Lounge

December 16, 2022 00:00 - 51 minutes - 35.3 MB

Episode 19 comes to you from Labor Day 2022 and we have a gaggle of patrons join us to create the amazing bar discussion that  you are about to listen to and hopefully enjoy. Thank you for your patience as we got this episode edited and uploaded. Cheers and thank you for listening. Connect with us on Facebook and Instagram

Jack Daniels & Popcorn

December 16, 2022 00:00 - 51 minutes - 35.3 MB

Episode 19 comes to you from Labor Day 2022 and we have a gaggle of patrons join us to create the amazing bar discussion that  you are about to listen to and hopefully enjoy. Thank you for your patience as we got this episode edited and uploaded. Cheers and thank you for listening.

Greg Morton Was Here! - Crossroads Lounge

June 07, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 43.4 MB

On Episode 18, we had the amazing honor of having Greg Morton on Alaska BarCast. You will know Greg from his incredible impressions and sound effects after competing on Season 14 of America's Got Talent. He came to Alaska to make us laugh, and that he did. He performed multiple shows in Wasilla and Anchorage. He then joined us Where Friends Meet and the rest is history. We hope you enjoy one of the more unique and fun episodes we have ever recorded. Connect with us on Facebook and Instagram

Alaska Barcast Live! - Crossroads Lounge

March 29, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour - 44.2 MB

In Episode 17 we go live with the audience and it is an absolute blast. Old guests from previous episodes join us, games are played, and so much more. We want to thank everyone who came out to support us and take part in the episode. We love recording Alaska Barcast and we couldn't do it without. Connect with us on Facebook and Instagram

Cat's Amore - Flattop Pizza & Pool

February 28, 2022 18:00 - 1 hour - 49 MB

Episode 16 comes to you from the corner bar at 6th and F Street in Anchorage, AK, Flattop Pizza & Pool. We had a great crowd and discuss the definition of a cat lady, proper inflight pooping protocol, the Winter Olympics, and so much more. We hope you enjoy our highly educated banter and, as always, thank you all for listening. Cheers! ***UPDATE: Dillon T. Pickle has been found! Connect with us on Facebook and Instagram

From Farm to Bar - Palmer Alehouse

February 02, 2022 18:00 - 1 hour - 42.5 MB

We come to you from the Palmer Alehouse located in one of the first buildings constructed in Palmer in 1936. Originally built as the town's Trading Post, this famous building is now home to great food, booze, and live music. We speak with the new owner as well as a born-and-raised fourth generation Palmerite. (We think that is correct) A lot of cool history covered and we hope you enjoy listening to it as much as we did recording. Seriously though, any sound techs out there just give a shout...

Barcast's First Christmas - Crossroads Lounge

December 15, 2021 19:00 - 1 hour - 48.5 MB

In Episode 14 we welcome The Flying Chef, Mark Bly, to the Barcast and discuss how Christmas caroling began, the birth place of The Bloody Mary, and much much more. Don't miss the Great Drunks of History or the big announcement from Mark. Alaska is getting a brewery that is the first of its kind in The Last Frontier. We wish all of our regulars listening in a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays. Thanks for listening and enjoy! Connect with us on Facebook and Instagram

The Brothers Jensen - Crossroads Lounge

December 02, 2021 20:00 - 1 hour - 47.7 MB

In Episode 13 we welcome Bryan and Andy, the brothers Jensen. We hope you will join us for some fun bar banter as Bryan calls in from Sioux Falls, South Dakota. We discuss communicating through emojis, naming craft beers, and play a wicked game of “The 💩” or “Bull💩,” to name a few topics. Thank you for listening and cheers! Connect with us on Facebook and Instagram

Boss Bitches - Brown Bear Saloon & Motel

November 04, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 58.9 MB

In Episode 12, we head down the beautiful Seward Highway to a little town called Indian, where three fabulous boss bitches join the Barcast at the Brown Bear Saloon and Motel. This amazing trio is made up of guest co-host Victoria, long time listener-first time contributor, E, a splendid bartender from our home bar of Crossroads, and Marge, a delightfully badass boilermaker. We discuss the saucy life of the inventor of the modern bra, pumpkin drops, and an infamous serial killer from The Las...

Dottie's All 'Bout "U" - Crossroads Lounge

August 02, 2021 02:00 - 33 minutes - 23.3 MB

In Episode 11 we come to you from the after party of the 13th annual Dottie's All 'Bout "U" Golf Tournament held by Crossroads Lounge. We have a special guest host Matt Nevala filling in for Brad as we discuss this great fundraiser and hear from some of the participants. We also leave the mic on, near our friend Heather, who occasionally, and very entertainingly, pops up in the background unknowingly. Also, there's no snare in Tom's headphones. Thank you to the Champagne of Beers and Odom Co...

Bo, Don't Bite! (Special Guests - Love & Theft) - The Broken Blender

July 23, 2021 18:00 - 1 hour - 43.9 MB

In episode 10, Alaska Barcast comes to you from the Broken Blender. A new amazing dive bar in downtown Anchorage, AK that has brought new life to a longtime bar & restaurant location. Our guests are the amazing Country Music duo, Love & Theft. Stephen and Eric join us as they embark on their Alaska concert tour and share some great stories, their best dad jokes, and you'll never think of Driving Miss Daisy the same way ever again. Be sure to check out their new song "Mirror Mirror" that was ...

Bo, Don't Bite! (Special Guests - Love & Theft)

July 23, 2021 18:00 - 1 hour - 43.9 MB

In episode 10, Alaska Barcast comes to you from the Broken Blender. A new amazing dive bar in downtown Anchorage, AK that has brought new life to a longtime bar & restaurant location. Our guests are the amazing Country Music duo, Love & Theft. Stephen and Eric join us as they embark on their Alaska concert tour and share some great stories, their best dad jokes, and you'll never think of Driving Miss Daisy the same way ever again. Be sure to check out their new song "Mirror Mirror" that was ...

Dolly, Can You Hear Me? - The Pioneer Bar

June 25, 2021 01:00 - 1 hour - 46 MB

In Episode 9 we have the honor of recording at The Pioneer Club (The Pio) on 4th Avenue in Anchorage, AK. We welcome our marketing guru @FunkMastaCrump and her bearded beau, Anthony, as our guests. After this episode, Tom might get a restraining order from Dolly Parton after Brad is fashionably late. Thank you for listening and our next episode is the finale of Season 1! Connect with us on Facebook and Instagram

Dolly, Can You Hear Me?

June 25, 2021 01:00 - 1 hour - 46 MB

In Episode 9 we have the honor of recording at The Pioneer Club (The Pio) on 4th Avenue in Anchorage, AK. We welcome our marketing guru @FunkMastaCrump and her bearded beau, Anthony, as our guests. After this episode, Tom might get a restraining order from Dolly Parton after Brad is fashionably late. Thank you for listening and our next episode is the finale of Season 1!

Survival of the Fittest!

June 16, 2021 22:00 - 49 minutes - 34 MB

We come to you from the famous Darwin's Theory which is one of the oldest dive bars in Alaska. Iconic for its Red Hot shots, the bar is also a favorite "Tourist Trap" where the locals view the "Urban Wildlife." Our guest, Nevs, breaks down the history of the bar and its involvement in the community as we discuss great drunk performances in sports. We hope you enjoy this episode and experiencing this great dive bar as much as we did. Cheers!

Survival of the Fittest! - Darwin’s Theory

June 16, 2021 22:00 - 49 minutes - 34 MB

We come to you from the famous Darwin's Theory which is one of the oldest dive bars in Alaska. Iconic for its Red Hot shots, the bar is also a favorite "Tourist Trap" where the locals view the "Urban Wildlife." Our guest, Nevs, breaks down the history of the bar and its involvement in the community as we discuss great drunk performances in sports. We hope you enjoy this episode and experiencing this great dive bar as much as we did. Cheers! Connect with us on Facebook and Instagram

We've Got An Itch! - Crossroads Lounge

May 24, 2021 23:00 - 1 hour - 44.9 MB

In episode 7 we get a review of opening day at The Alaska Reindeer Farm. We also discuss everything from the amount of booze consumed at the Kentucky Derby to how many Taco Bell packets get used every year. And as always, Great Drunks in History! (Ba-Baaaaaaah) Thank you for listening! Connect with us on Facebook and Instagram

We've Got An Itch!

May 24, 2021 23:00 - 1 hour - 44.9 MB

In episode 7 we get a review of opening day at The Alaska Reindeer Farm. We also discuss everything from the amount of booze consumed at the Kentucky Derby to how many Taco Bell packets get used every year. And as always, Great Drunks in History! (Ba-Baaaaaaah) Thank you for listening!

Alaska - Open For Business

May 06, 2021 18:00 - 1 hour - 46.7 MB

In Episode 6 we welcome Cyrus Aldeman with Anchorage Trolley Tours to the BARCAST as we discuss Alaska tourism and the upcoming summer season. We also have special guest, Megan Killoran, the lead singer of "Nothin’ But Trouble" to participate in the music edition of "Bullsh*&?" Come visit Alaska this summer because it is "OPEN FOR BUSINESS!"

Alaska: Open For Business - Williwaw Social

May 06, 2021 18:00 - 1 hour - 46.7 MB

In Episode 6 we welcome Cyrus Aldeman with Anchorage Trolley Tours to the BARCAST as we discuss Alaska tourism and the upcoming summer season. We also have special guest, Megan Killoran, the lead singer of "Nothin’ But Trouble" to participate in the music edition of "Bullsh*&?" Come visit Alaska this summer because it is "OPEN FOR BUSINESS!" Connect with us on Facebook and Instagram

NO DISASSEMBLE!!!!

April 13, 2021 19:00 - 1 hour - 45.9 MB

Join us for Episode 5, meet Ben "Mother F#$%#er Jones," as well as our guests Hollis and Derk for a new segment called, "Darts with Derk!" We have a new 'Greatest Drunks of History' and discuss interesting bar facts. And once again....I digress.

NO DISASSEMBLE!!!! - Crossroads Lounge

April 13, 2021 19:00 - 1 hour - 45.9 MB

Join us for Episode 5, meet Ben "Mother F#$%#er Jones," as well as our guests Hollis and Derk for a new segment called, "Darts with Derk!" We have a new 'Greatest Drunks of History' and discuss interesting bar facts. And once again....I digress. Connect with us on Facebook and Instagram

Bless Our Lucky Charms - Crossroads Lounge

March 26, 2021 05:00 - 57 minutes - 39.2 MB

In Episode 4 we discuss the history of St. Patrick's Day, interpret Irish slang, discuss why looking up your family history may not be the best thing, and Tom gets left alone on the podcast... Connect with us on Facebook and Instagram

Bless Our Lucky Charms

March 26, 2021 05:00 - 57 minutes - 39.2 MB

In Episode 4 we discuss the history of St. Patrick's Day, interpret Irish slang, discuss why looking up your family history may not be the best thing, and Tom gets left alone on the podcast...

The Holy Hand Grenade - The Blue Fox

March 17, 2021 07:00 - 53 minutes - 36.9 MB

In Episode 3, we come to you from The Blue Fox. A great dive bar located in Anchorage's East-Midtown. We discuss the next Great Drunk of History, traveling through Alaska by train, a relationship expert's 12 date rule, as well as the Covid vaccination, and so much more. Cheers! Connect with us on Facebook and Instagram

The Holy Hand Grenade

March 17, 2021 07:00 - 53 minutes - 36.9 MB

In Episode 3, we come to you from The Blue Fox. A great dive bar located in Anchorage's East-Midtown. We discuss the next Great Drunk of History, traveling through Alaska by train, a relationship expert's 12 date rule, as well as the Covid vaccination, and so much more. Cheers!

5.3 Earthquake - I'm Okay, You're Okay, We're All Okay!

March 08, 2021 00:00 - 58 minutes - 39.9 MB

With the 5.3 earthquake that happened the morning of the BARCAST we discuss the ground shaking history of Alaska, the annual Fur Rendezvous Winter Festival, and why people like to wear beaver on their heads...please not we checked the explicit box. Always check the box.

5.3 Earthquake - I'm Okay, You're Okay, We're All Okay! - Crossroads Lounge

March 08, 2021 00:00 - 58 minutes - 39.9 MB

With the 5.3 earthquake that happened the morning of the BARCAST we discuss the ground shaking history of Alaska, the annual Fur Rendezvous Winter Festival, and why people like to wear beaver on their heads...please not we checked the explicit box. Always check the box. Connect with us on Facebook and Instagram

In The Beginning...

February 26, 2021 07:00 - 57 minutes - 39.6 MB

This is the first episode of Alaska BarCast. We kick it off from our home dive bar, Crossroads Lounge. We are excited to share the amazing people, culture, and most importantly, stories that come with life in the Last Frontier while enjoying the patrons of fine drinking establishments across the state. 

In The Beginning... - Crossroads Lounge

February 26, 2021 07:00 - 57 minutes - 39.6 MB

This is the first episode of Alaska BarCast. We kick it off from our home dive bar, Crossroads Lounge. We are excited to share the amazing people, culture, and most importantly, stories that come with life in the Last Frontier while enjoying the patrons of fine drinking establishments across the state.  Connect with us on Facebook and Instagram