Keys Bartender

Episode 410- Flat Earth, Flat Head

A bartender deals with all different types of personalities and beliefs. Why is it that some people are so certain about their beliefs? What role does the moderate play in the conversation of beliefs? Why do they end up on the short end so many times?

Episode 409 -Camp Manson - Keys Bartender

We do a recap of St. Patrick's Day at the Catch. William Haseltine, a regular Covid expert on CNN, looks like a Bond villain. A software company name sparks Jim's curiosity about why would a company use a name that is historically associated with a disaster. Finally, why do bartender's bear the brunt of abuse or negative portrayals in the Cinema.

Episode 408- St Patty's Day Amateurs - Keys Bartender

Jim attempts to mask a real life story and protect the innocent by proposing a hypothetical story. He fails. Saint Patrick's day is upon us and we get a brief history lesson on why drinking does little to represent Iriish Culture or the influence of the Irish on our culture. It boils down to wearing green plastic hats, clover leis, and green beer. The guy that always holds a grudge talks about letting go.

Episode 407-Is Anybody Out There? - Keys Bartender

Acquaintance asked if I still had a podcast, well I guess they don't listen. India is a large chunk of listening audience and groming. There is not excess labor pool in the Upper Keys.

Episode 406 Where Did Everyone Go?- Keys Bartender

There is a sudden reduction of the number of tourists in town and we can't figure out why. Don't make people or pets dance for their food. Getting ready for St Patrick's Day is easy.

Episode 405- Hibernian Hibernation-Keys Bartender

Its been about a year of Covid-19 interruption. There is a light at the end of the tunnel. St. Patrick's Day is the mark for us to remind our listeners how strange this last 12 months have been. How people have been affected by the disruptions are just beginning to come to light.

Episode 404 -Where's the Beach?- Keys Bartender

Its 50 miles to the nearest beach is not something someone expects to hear on this skinny chain of islands. Do people that don't know what they want to drink have less of a proclivity to alcoholism? Why would you join a group that fundamentally does not like you?

Episode 403 -It Might Be Free but it's not Free- Keys Bartender

We talk about local stories that don't get the coverage you might expect, locally. Why would a local news paper not cover the biggest stories? A man caught masterbating over a sunbather is given more coverage than a suicide by car that shuts down schools and highway. It may be because of the constituency they serve, all advertising contituents versus subscriber/advertiser mix. Ocean Reef is the center for a scandal that was picked up by national news organizations, more to come. Follow us on ...

Episode 402 SQrewed Again

Once again djt cult followers have their hopes dashed by their idiotic belief system, check back on Mother's Day. An exclusive enclave in North Key Largo, Ocean Reef, finds itself the center of controversy as it jumps the line in Covid-19 Vaccine deliveries. The Keys are reminiscent of a Gold Rush town where there is alot of money to be made.

Episode 401- Welcome Them-Keys Bartender

Jim begins with a tragedy that involves immigrants then goes onto explain why immgrants benefit America. Another scam phone call gets feilded. International Woman's Day is just around the corner guys. We should be more aware of the things men say and do to women, it's not all innocent flirtation.

Episode 400 - Are You Still Doing that Podcast? Keys Bartender

Episode 400, Jim answers the question he gets most asked- Are you still doing that Podcast?

Episode 399 - This is Not A Butt-Plug

Jim has mentioned butt-plugs alot, enough to make some people curious. Not all ads you hear before, during, and after the are products endorsed by the Keys Bartender Podcast. We do some sample ads, another butt-plug reference. Jim tries to explain how a principle of nonjudgement works in his life after a real life fail.

Episode 398- Keys Bartender- You Are Not 007

My first attempts at brand management is frequently off but it never stops me from trying. Some people drink what the drink because of an image they have. That image rarely holds up.

Episode 397 -Girls Gone ...for Lent! Keys Bartender

Its Lent and Springbreak, Jim understands Springbreak alot better. Why would giving up something that is bad for you be considered a sacrifice? We get a question from Lionel from Denver concerning bar hook-ups. If you have to ask how much the Macallan 25 is, its Johnny Red or Clan MacGregor for you.

Episode 396 - Keys Bartender- What's In a Name?

There are no detours in the Florida Keys.

Episode 395 - Traffic! Keys Bartender

Even though we live in Paradise traffic still is an issue. A man tries to get someone to cook his 5 foot eel.

Episode 394 - Manic Marketing-Keys Bartender

It's the end of Jim's week and we here about a music teacher and student maybe posing as newlyweds. Is it possible to change our attitude during a confrontation? A lesson in patience is needed when developing marketing material.

Episode 393 Keys Bartender- Someone Smells Bad

Jim relates a memorable experience from the first Loan Signing he conducts. Jim flips out on a truck backing up. People really need to get away from negative influences in order to thrive.

Episode 392 After Action Report-Valentine's Day 2021

It was a busy Valentine's Day Weekend in Key Largo. Men are often ill prepared for this particular Holiday and get some coaching. Some people become drunk a-holes and some people are naturally just a-holes

Episode 391 Another Day in Paradise- Keys Bartender

Jim goes through his routine on a regular day in the Keys. We hear about a Pedestrian Bridge in Islamorada that turned into to a money pit. Why not allocate funds in a pragmatic fashion? Please share Keys Bartender with your friends.

Episode 390 Second Shot

Jim gets his second Pfizer shot with little or no side affects, except for the voices in his head. Valentine's reminder to listeners time to get moving. We talk about 3 men from Ohio who don't want to go with the flow.

Episode 389- Keys Bartender- What's in Your Nightstand?

In Jim's age demo there is still a mystery to what is a Podcast and these are people he knows. Conquering technology will not come easy but it helps to be tenacious trying to improve the Podcast. What is the difference between mansplaining and oldsplaining?

Episode 388 -A Patriotic Keys Bartender

Where have all the tourists gone ? It happens every Super Bowl we have very little business in local Restaurants and Bars during the game. Jim is always suspect when a young woman contacts him on facebook, instagram or twitter. We delve into the what makes the U.S. great and its our mix of people, the Melting Pot.

Episode 387 - Keys Bartender

Jim deals with technical issues with his Laptop he use for podcsting and it miracliously resolves itself while he is recording. Once again displaying his complete incompetence with technology. Super Bowl parties are a great place to meet potetial partners.

Episode 386 -Keys Bartender

The iguanas are dormant and the chickens are active in Key Largo. We have an influx of people from Wisconsin. They are loud talkers, they sound like Minnesotans and love telling you about Wisconsin. Funny thing no cheese talk. Jim tries to sell his car and is ambushed after the fact.

Episode 386 Keys Bartender

Episode 385 - Keys Bartender

We learn that driving Miami or South Florida is not for the faint of heart. Jim learns that you get what you pay for at least with car batteries. We hear about a commercial with a talking vagina.

Episode 384 - Keys Bartender

It is a chilly day in the Keys but it still a good time to visit. Jim calls himself out as a hypocrite. A Happy Birthday celebration with a Flautist at a restaurant tickles Jim's fancy.

Episode 383

A rare rainy day in Key Largo and people are preparing for the Super Bowl. Artificial Intelligence may be the adult in the room or the monster under the bed. The big question, can you give away something on FaceBook without any questions?

Episode 382

You ever hear "you'll have it done in Keys time" meaning it could take awhile. Being at the outer reaches of the U.S. we don't always get the most dependable workers and sometimes its really shows.

Episode 381- Keys Bartender

Snowbirds are returning to the Florida Keys and so are the friendly if not bawdy insults. Is there a line that shouls not be crossed? Jim works to thicken his revenue stream, everyone likes a thicker stream, right. An investor flash mob shows the titans of Wall Street they are not immune to market uncertainties,

Episode 380

Another beautiful day in the Florida Keys and some people are not happy. Why do we reinforce our negative perceptions and why can't we break that pattern? Well maybe trying new things can turn your perceptions around.

Episode 379

Is this person tipsy or are they crazy, another silly question. Why is it selfish to drive a drunk person home? Can a beautiful woman go into a bar by themselves and not be harassed? A demonstration why an embedded commercial like diamonds are forever.

Episode 378

There are alot of deaths in the highway of the Florida Keys this year. We are urging listeners to be more vigilant. We have more interesting arrests in the Keys and it's not even a month.

Episode 377 January 22, 2021

Jesus Christ tries to break into a gas station. Covid-19 is still raging through the U.S. despite the prognostications of djt supporters during the election. Commentary on men's and women's views of the right of passage, the Prom. #1 Podcast in the Keys. Please contact for affordable advertising opportunities.

Episode 376

Another beautiful day in the Keys begins. Jim gives advice for a drive down to Key West. 2 old men tell Jim what his workplace was like years ago and Jim imagines what Patrons might say about him in the future.

Episode 375 Shots for Everyone!

Why do people ask questions when the answer is in front of them? We talk about expectations. Jim gets the Covid-19 vaccine shot.

Episode 374 Crocodile Tears

Jim wants the listenership numbers of Carole Haskins' Podcast(Tiger King fame). We talk about exotic pets. A customer has a problem with a crocodile.

Episode 373 A Monkey with a Laptop

The Podcast has seen alot of changes mostly due to technology and how it is employed. Jim admits the learning process was slow. It not all style and content but the show and time marches on.

Episode 372 Drunken Financial Advice

A patron gives questionable financial advice to millionaire athletes. It involves opening a Bordello. Another customer , Grace, gives motivational advice to the Bartender.What would be the harm of feeling some empathy for others

Episode 371 Flacido Domingo

Working on a troubled relationship in a bar may not be effective. Frank Thomas, the big hurt, thinks you need a little help with the ladies.

Episode 370 Keys Neighborhood Watch

Steve makes his triumphant return to the show. We find out what he and his wife has been upto.

Episode 369 You're Just A Bartender?

We go over the 5 stages of Grief. This last act of Trump pushed alot of supporters into acceptance. Some people are still at 2.

Episode 368 -I told you He's a D*ck

Jim goes off on the Donald and his Maga supporters. Rantings and ravings from the Florida Keys. By the way Rick Scott you are also a D*ck.

Episode 367 Doctor's Recommended Cigarette

At one time marketing campaigns used Doctors to sell cigarettes. Most lay people were aware that there were health risks that came with smoking cigarettes. So why would a doctor get involved with a campaign. Follow the money.

Live Show- Thank You Atlanta

Jim takes the opportunity to thank the Listeners.

Episode 366- Like Grandma's Mash Potatoes-No Lumps

We are 99% back to looking normal or at least as normal as I was before. Dr Schell gets two thumbs up. The subject of self image comes up and why Jim thinks he may have a healthy self image.

Episode 365 Like a Monkey

In one corner you have a 57 year old Bartender recovering from minor surgery, the other corner, Microsoft. Jim struggles with technology.

Live Show - Keys Bartender

Episode 364 - 2021

Why is 2020 the worst year ever? WWII was pretty bad for 6 year. Jim remembers a cartoon from almost 50 years putting a smiley face on Manifest Destiny.