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Keys Bartender

790 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 82 ratings

A podcast from the Florida Keys hosted by a bartender, Jim Horan. Self reflection can happen in strange places why not a Bar. The content is explicit. We publish from 2-4 episodes a week.

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Episode 669 An Old Fashioned

November 08, 2022 17:00 - 32 minutes - 29.4 MB

Tropical Storm Nicole heads towards Florida. Though the title may sound like an option at a massage parlor, it is an iconic cocktail. Like many a cocktail bartenders can't agree on a preparation. We'll try to simplify it. Jim gives his take on the cocktail. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/james-horan6/support

Episode 668 With or Without- Lime

November 04, 2022 18:42 - 42 minutes - 38.8 MB

Jim sees his first Library Book vending machine on his way to vote. We spend time talking about arguably the most important of garnish/ingredient, the lime. Sometimes it is an after thought of a garnish and other times it is critical to the cocktail. Finally while watching a sitcom on Apple TV in English and Spanish, Jim wonders why so many people are reluctant to be exposed to other languages let only the learning of said languages. Thanks to our show Sponsor- Key Largo Chocolates; www.key...

Episode 667 Trigger me Timbers

November 02, 2022 13:43 - 33 minutes - 30.5 MB

Bloody Mary's come in all colors or should we say shades of red. There are several critical components of a good Bloody Mary but there are an unlimited variations. Triggers are anything that spark an emotional response. Jim explains why it is important to avoid as much as possible those actions or topics that could make the atmosphere uncomfortable at a Bar. Our sponsor Key Largo Chocolates, www.keylargochocolates.com  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/james-horan6/support

Episode 666

October 28, 2022 17:07 - 37 minutes - 34 MB

We finally get to episode 666 and realize it is just a number. We go over how Jim prepares himself to work when ill. What is the difference between fear and anxiety? Both emotions are huge components in our daily lives and both don't need to be viewed as negative. Thanks to our sponsor Key Largo Chocolates --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/james-horan6/support

Episode 665-11 Living Big in an Infinite Universe

October 27, 2022 14:08 - 32 minutes - 29.5 MB

Jim works the Bar's biggest event of the year while under the weather.  A Florida Man dies and there is no irony for a change. Finally if we exist in an infinite universe what is the significance if any in our achievements.  Thanks to our Sponsor Key Largo Chocolates; www.keylargochocolates.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/james-horan6/support

Episode 665-10 The Well Dressed Witch

October 20, 2022 15:56 - 38 minutes - 35.3 MB

Which is the appropriate costume for a Witch? It's a matter of taste. Jim's place of work is getting ready to host an annual fund-raiser the Key Largo Witches' Ride. We talk about best practices when tending bar at busy events. We wrap with the idea that late starts in life are possible. Our sponsor Key Largo Chocolates; www.keylargochocolates.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/james-horan6/support

Episode 665-9 Hillbilly Ocean's 4

October 18, 2022 15:37 - 34 minutes - 31.2 MB

A horrible thing happened near Tulsa, OK. Due to the nature of the crime this is not for everyone but it is right in Jim's wheelhouse. Which is to say this stuff is precisely the news story that he loves to speculate on. Jim outlines what we know now and then we wait for the Series, Movies, Documentaries, and Podcasts to drop. Jessica Chastain is involved but not that one. Thank you to our sponsor Key Largo Chocolates: www.keylargochocolates.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.f...

Episode 665-8 Criticize This!

October 17, 2022 15:52 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MB

Tips on how to make a Classic Margarita and some variations. Jim claims he does not care about an arbitrary contest but his behavior belies his feelings about being the Best Bartender.  A critique of a past episode reveals a change in how Jim processes criticism. Thanks to our sponsor Key Largo Chocolates; www.keylargochocolates.com   --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/james-horan6/support

665-7 Keep it Fresh Player!

October 14, 2022 18:23 - 31 minutes - 28.8 MB

Jim opens with tips to keep your bar mixers, garnishes, and wines fresh. Besides Bullwinkle there were alot of dim-witted cartoon heroes in the 60s and the villains were smart. Why are the villains dim-witted and the heroes are smart in the real world, on top of that the villains seem to win alot ? Our Sponsor Key Largo Chocolates; www.keylargochocolates.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/james-horan6/support

Episode 665-6 Effen Shakespeare!

October 13, 2022 17:01 - 26 minutes - 24.1 MB

Jim receives a delivery from a distillery. The best way for the non-drinking Jim to evaluate the product is the best way even if he was drinking that is by a group of tasters. Since its a matter of taste he needs to find people who drink that type of liquor. Finally when you feel the need to curse endeavor to be creative. Our sponsor Key Largo Chocolates; www.keylargochocolates.com  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/james-horan6/support

Episode 665-5 ArrangedMarriage.Com

October 11, 2022 18:50 - 37 minutes - 34.7 MB

Jim takes Abby to an Orchid Festival a decidedly unlike Jim thing to do. What array of booze selections should you get for big event like an Orchid Festival? People have sometimes congruent sometimes incongruent reasons seeking a relationship it is important to sort that out. A package arrives at Jim's door at the end of the show and he asks audience to give him advice.  Our Sponsor Key Largo Chocolate; www.keylargochocolate.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/james-horan6/su...

Episode 665-4 A Reverse Catfisher

October 10, 2022 21:50 - 38 minutes - 35.3 MB

There seems to be a distinct difference in types of drinks ordered by locals and tourists. Jim goes into detail on one of his favorite pastimes reverse catfishing. Using his skills as a bullsh*tter he tries to lure in predators on social media who seek to bilk lonely people on the internet. During one such exchange he finds someone who seems to be a real person with an axe to grind. Thanks again to our show sponsor Key Largo Chocolates; www.keylargochocolates,com --- Support this podcast...

Episode 665-3 Robot Bartender of the Year

October 07, 2022 18:37 - 34 minutes - 31.2 MB

Jim begins with explaining his thoughts on arbitrary contest that declare things, people, or places; the Best. What skills are we grading on for a Bartender? Is b.s. a category. Sometimes bars are awkward places to bring your kids. Prediction 5 years from now a robot bartender will have Jim's job. Thank you Key Largo Chocolate and Ice Cream for your sponsorship; www.keylargochocolate.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/james-horan6/support

Episode 665-2 When You're a Jet!

October 04, 2022 19:31 - 34 minutes - 31.4 MB

What about the cliques in the Bar do the Happy Hour Locals mix well with the Happy Hour Snowbirds? They do. After finding the year of an old penny, Jim contemplates what is old. Thank you to our show sponsor; Key Largo Chocolates, www.keylargochocolates.com . --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/james-horan6/support

Episode 665-1 My Sister is a Ventriloquist

October 03, 2022 18:17 - 26 minutes - 24.3 MB

A gorgeous day in Paradise has Jim recall the misidentification of a person with a hippie/mullet hybrid hairdo over the weekend. Mistaken comments such as "What would your granddaughter like to drink?" gets a bartender in trouble when she's a girlfriend or a dude. We review solutions to changing the flow of an inappropriate bar discussion with a phrase as easy as "Well my Amish Bookie says.....". 40% of the time it works every time. Thank you to our show sponsor Key Largo Chocolate www.keyl...

Episode 664 Dusty Old Bottle of Galliano

October 01, 2022 19:21 - 31 minutes - 29.3 MB

Jim's restaurant gets a post-Ian customer increase. A bartender triumphantly posts a bottle of the very little in demand Galliano. Why do people give more weight to some people's opinion outside of their area of expertise if they have a couple extra letters added to their name? This episode is brought to you by Key Largo Chocolates, www.keylargochocolates.com  tell them the Keys Bartender sent you. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/james-horan6/support

Episode 663 What is Wrong with a Fanny Pack!

September 30, 2022 18:59 - 37 minutes - 34.7 MB

Jim wants to get a fanny pack. A group of guest get Jim's name wrong, he doesn't mind. A co-worker likes someone else's preparation of a cosmopolitan leads into a conversation about consistency. We wrap with how Jim handles the vibe of his guest. Thanks to our sponsor Key Largo Chocolates, www.keylargochocolates.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/james-horan6/support

Episode 662 Worry Wart

September 29, 2022 17:43 - 37 minutes - 34.3 MB

Hurricane Ian is past leaving death and destruction in its path but not so much in the Keys. Jim uses a simple answering script for phone calls when working at the Bar "Hello the Catch ,we are open". When people see a huge Hurricane approaching Florida  there are a mix of reactions, worry being one of them. Being prepared can alleviate worry of that as well as being grounded in that you are ready.   --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/james-horan6/support

Episode 661 That's Ian I'm Seeing

September 27, 2022 16:16 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MB

With Hurricane Ian over 200 miles away the Florida Keys and South Florida begin to feel the effects.  The Florida Keys' priorities- preparation, mitigation, and inebriation. Not necessarily in that order. We welcome our new show sponsor Key Largo Chocolates. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/james-horan6/support

Episode 660 That's Not Tiffany

September 25, 2022 19:07 - 37 minutes - 34.1 MB

Forgetting or misremembering a person's name happens so often Jim wonders why people take issue with it. The Future Hurricane Ian threightens Florida, though the Keys seem to be safe in the current models. We see how different people react to approaching tropical systems. Some go into panic buying mode, some take a more wait and see approach. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/james-horan6/support

Episode 659 The Hurricane Dance

September 23, 2022 16:33 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MB

Tropical Storm season gets even more active and the Florida Keys starts preparing. Similar to a dance the the storm takes the lead and residents try to stay in step. Further updates to follow. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/james-horan6/support

Episode 658 Shallow Jim

September 22, 2022 17:15 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MB

Some times a little work around can handle certain problems whether a leaky CO2 Tank or a cantankerous patron. People are by and large ready to be civil if given the opportunity and the right guidance.  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/james-horan6/support

Episode 658 Blameless in Key Largo

September 20, 2022 17:54 - 31 minutes - 28.8 MB

Jim gives a tip on how he handles customer service issues at the restaurant. Several technology issues occur on the same day, Jim's default reaction is to blame I.T., programmers, hardware, etc and lose his sh*t. Realizing blame does not resolve the issues, we can look for the source of the issue and move on to a solution. Today one solution solved 2 issues with the last issue pending and no one lost their sh*t. That my friends is progress. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jame...

Episode 657 King Me!

September 19, 2022 17:18 - 33 minutes - 30.5 MB

Though business is slower in the Keys there are enough people to keep this bartender busy. The Queen passed away almost 2 weeks ago and the funeral just took place. Though Jim takes a dim view of the idea of Monarchies and Aristocracy he sees the value it has for many around the world. After 246 years of separation the U.S. still has a crush on the Windsors. A sincere farewell to a very classy lady.  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/james-horan6/support

Episode 656 Only 86 Billion

September 16, 2022 18:30 - 37 minutes - 34.7 MB

Jim goes over what you need on a wine list for a small family restaurant. A bunch athletes retiring leaves Jim contemplating his future of aging with grace. Finally the the Brain used to have 100 billion neurons now it is around 86 billion, what a gyp.  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/james-horan6/support

Episode 656 - Only 86 Billion

September 16, 2022 18:18 - 37 minutes - 34.7 MB

Episode 655 Wine Snob or Wine Slob

September 13, 2022 20:37 - 33 minutes - 30.8 MB

Jim has a wine tasting to attend at his place of work. So what does a bartender who doesn't drink do at a wine tasting. A In this episode we get a brief description of wine varieties, the most popular varieties, and how to choose them. Jim has his wife do all the tastings. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/james-horan6/support

Episode 654 Appreciate This!

September 12, 2022 19:16 - 33 minutes - 30.6 MB

A Norwegian group of tourist drink as if Valhalla were the next stop. After a daytrip to Marathon in the Keys Jim ponders how good life is. Comparatively most peoples lives are much more comfortable than just 100 years ago.  So why are there so many people unhappy with their life situations.  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/james-horan6/support

Episode 653 Know Sh*t!

September 05, 2022 16:17 - 34 minutes - 31.6 MB

A patron at Jim's Bar asks for the impossible. Several interactions at the bar brings the relationship between cognition and perception into todays thoughts. Are all blind in our interactions with people? Can knowing we don't know help?  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/james-horan6/support

Episodes 652 A Comedy of Ethics

September 02, 2022 16:20 - 36 minutes - 33.1 MB

We talk about comedy and ethics. Jim gets a phone call at work by someone who is literally living in the past. Speculations abound on what happened to the caller as Jim fears getting caught in a temporal phenomena. Spoiler alert we talk about Apple TV's series 5 Days at Memorial and give away the plot. The show is held up as an example of ethics in action. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/james-horan6/support

Episode 651 Farewell McGeehan's

August 30, 2022 18:02 - 35 minutes - 32.3 MB

A locals Bar in Philadelphia closes after 93 years of business and head shaving. With very few tourist in town Jim sees more locals in the Supermarket making it take as long to get in and out as when it is busy. Jim tries multiple solutions to solve his sleep problems. Finally with the labor shortages in the service industry how does an employer think they can get away with increasing wage deductions. Note- Explicit language is the use of the word a**hole. --- Support this podcast: https...

Episode 650 The Ass-Mint

August 26, 2022 19:03 - 34 minutes - 31.6 MB

Jim likes to lighten his mood with consuming sitcoms after watching the news. Some people have a desire for attention others not so much. Birthdays are a great way to show appreciation for those who feel unnoticed or under appreciated. Finally a butt cheek deodorant commercial catches Jim's attention and leads him to ponder who had the idea first, does it matter who came up with the idea first.. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/james-horan6/support

Episode 649 Many Faces

August 23, 2022 16:30 - 26 minutes - 24.4 MB

There can be different people inside each of us. The angry, joyful, lonely, sociable, adventurous, lustful, confident, anxious, charitable, attention seeking etc. any of these aspects can assume control of our person. We can accept the possibility and become aware of these manifestations. In respect to those personae lets stop giving fuel to the negative and nurture the positive. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/james-horan6/support

Episode 648 Don’t Be a Hater!

August 22, 2022 18:12 - 32 minutes - 29.3 MB

What role does Confirmation Bias have in everyday life? Life does not just have to happen to you. Jim discovers that stress and anxiety can be alleviated by a change in perspective. Stress can be a motivator and anxiety can be an opportunity for growth. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/james-horan6/support

Episode 647 The Greatest Gift

August 21, 2022 17:05 - 41 minutes - 37.6 MB

Not the Whitney Houston song, still a good song. The greatest gift for Jim this birthday coming up is the change he has experienced the last 15 years. You can keep your birthday cake and presents the greatest gift is the opportunity he has had to change.  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/james-horan6/support

Episode 646 The Diplomatic Male

August 15, 2022 17:54 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MB

A comment by several of Jim's spin class attendees lead him to question who he really is. How important is it to acknowledge perceptions others have of you? It is easier to understand how we reject critiques than how we equivocate compliments.  Perhaps the behavior says more about us than the compliment. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/james-horan6/support

Episode 645 Self Motivation

August 10, 2022 14:04 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MB

Jim finds himself thinking he is in a rut, ruminating on stagnation and possible depression. The best thing he can imagine is at the core of his belief, that hope and motivation come from within. These thoughts drive out the other thoughts. Thank you listeners, please be kind to yourselves and be your own cheerleader. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/james-horan6/support

Episode 645- Be Your Own Coach

August 10, 2022 13:31 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MB

Jim finds himself thinking he is in a rut, ruminating on stagnation and possible depression. The best thing he can imagine is at the core of his belief, that hope and motivation come from within. These thoughts drive out the other thoughts. Thank you listeners, please be kind to yourselves and be your own cheerleader.

Episode 644 Old Dog New Trick

August 08, 2022 16:18 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MB

Abby and Jim go to a restaurant in Islamorada, FL. The bartender is a competent young fellow who gets to talking to Jim about training an experienced (older) and how difficult it can be. It is tough to train a new employee who think they are in no need of supervision or instruction. You know what is worlds better than a highly skilled and experienced new hire? A new hire who is competent ,reliable and teachable, add highly skilled and experienced then you become unstoppable.  --- Support ...

Episode 643 Don Juan or Don Knotts*

August 04, 2022 18:56 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MB

Jim recounts his history of relationship development over his life. The journey was circuitous to the present. Ultimately it was a desire for a romantic connection. *Listener note Don Knotts was an actor whose characters displayed very little romantic relational skills. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/james-horan6/support

Episode 643 Don Juan or Don Knotts

August 04, 2022 18:50 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MB

Jim recounts his history of relationship development over his life. The journey was circuitous to the present. Ultimately it was a desire for a romantic connection.

Episode 642 Blameless

August 01, 2022 23:56 - 27 minutes - 25.6 MB

 A trip to the beach in Marathon causes Jim to ponder the the reliability of fast impressions. Real reasons for why people act are hidden to us so why attribute blame. We have more important issues in our life.  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/james-horan6/support

Episode 641 - The Old Golf Course BBQ Scam

July 29, 2022 16:24 - 36 minutes - 33 MB

Its the end of Lobster Mini Season in the Florida Keys but the season for scammers is always going strong. Jim gives a summary of more recent scamming techniques of the 21st century. We end with a retelling of a new texting to the wrong number scam. Jim has fun with a scammer who texts him about a "Golf Course BBQ Party" --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/james-horan6/support

Episode 641 - The Old Golf Course BBQ Party Scam

July 29, 2022 16:17 - 36 minutes - 33 MB

Its the end of Lobster Mini Season in the Florida Keys but the season for scammers is always going strong. Jim gives a summary of more recent scamming techniques of the 21st century. We end with a retelling of a new texting to the wrong number scam. Jim has fun with a scammer who texts him about a "Golf Course BBQ Party"

Episode 640- Getting to Know Me

July 28, 2022 16:39 - 35 minutes - 32.3 MB

Its Lobster Mini-season in Florida. Jim recognizes his competitive nature distracts him from any task at hand. Realizing that he does not have to be the best in some fields of endeavors gives him an opportunity to grow. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/james-horan6/support

Episode 640- Getting to Know Me-Keys Bartender

July 28, 2022 16:08 - 35 minutes - 32.3 MB

Its Lobster Mini-season in Florida. Jim recognizes his competitive nature distracts him from any task at hand. Realizing that he does not have to be the best in some fields of endeavors gives him an opportunity to grow.

Episode 639- Keys Bartender- Broccoli v. Donut

July 18, 2022 17:46 - 34 minutes - 31.6 MB

Jim has a junk food problem. He  loves to eat the things that are unhealthy, duh. This descends into a conversation about how immediate gratification and long-term goals are in opposition many times. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/james-horan6/support

Episode 639- Broccoli v. Donut

July 18, 2022 17:14 - 34 minutes - 31.6 MB

Jim has a junk food problem. He absolutely loves to eat the things that are unhealthy, duh. This descends into a conversation about how immediate gratification and longterm goals are in opposition many times.

Episode 638 Tender Frustrations

July 14, 2022 17:34 - 33 minutes - 30.7 MB

Jim attempts to acquire audio editting skills reaffirming the adage about old dogs. After renewing his license in about 12 minutes at the local DMV.......jealous..... his license photo becomes another reminder of the universality of aging.

Episode 637 Hot Summer Nights

July 13, 2022 14:23 - 36 minutes - 33.2 MB

A rumination on the summer heat brings Jim to discuss technological change. The progression of discovery, introduction, and widespread use is similar in most forms of the inventions that have changed the way we live. The only thing we can take for granted is change will occur and in many cases it will be positive. Don't fear the change. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/james-horan6/support

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