The Tasting Room
48 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 months ago -Welcome inside The Tasting Room - a place to come in, have a drink, and speak your mind. Livestreams every Monday night, podcast every Tuesday morning.
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Tasting Room S4E11 - Wine Talk w/ Matt Sanders
February 27, 2024 11:46 - 1 hour - 57 MBOn this episode Matt Sanders, founder and former owner of Vintage Wine Bar in Tulsa, OK stops by the Tasting Room. Matt and John touch on a range of topics, spanning from owning your own business and ultimately realizing you need a fresh start, to what you should say to the sommelier when ordering wine at a restaurant.
Tasting Room S4E10 - Chase Healey, American Solera Brewery
February 20, 2024 11:10 - 1 hour - 80.5 MBChase Healey, co-founder and brewmaster at the award-winning American Solera Brewery in Tulsa, OK, joins this week's Tasting Room. The guys talk through Chase's lineage in the beer world, what's new and exciting at American Solera, and a new drink fad getting ready to sweep through America.
Tasting Room S4E09 - John Pierce Talks Coffee At Heirloom, Austin's Newfound Fame (Thanks Seth Rogen), & A Correct 'Guess That Beer'! Guess
February 06, 2024 11:02 - 1 hour - 61.3 MBOn this week's Tasting Room, John Pierce, founder of "Coffee at Heirloom", gives John & Austin details on the new venture... Austin's viral Gustungling video & everyone's infatuation with Seth Rogen... & another round of 'Guess That Beer!'... with a correct guess!
Tasting Room AFTER HOURS - Cat Cox, Country Bird Bakery
February 02, 2024 06:41 - 52 minutes - 47.7 MBWelcome to the first episode of Tasting Room AFTER HOURS, where John visits with special guests outside of the normal Tasting Room Podcast. Up first is Cat Cox, owner of Country Bird Bakery. She and John discuss her art background, venturing out and opening her own business, and what could be next for the renowned baker.
Tasting Room S4E08 - KPI's, LOI's, & Cold Plunges
January 30, 2024 11:15 - 1 hour - 63.5 MBOn this episode of the Tasting Room, John and Austin deep dive on company KPI's and how they're formulated in the brewery world, the downside of LOI's, and Austin's upcoming cold plunge with John.
Tasting Room S4E07 - Jake Miller (Heirloom Rustic Ales) Talks Owning A Brewery During Dry January
January 23, 2024 10:37 - 1 hour - 64.3 MBJake Miller of Heirloom Rustic Ales joins the Tasting Room this week. Topics include how brewery owners deal with the relaitvely slow month of January for beer sales, what he ultimatly wants beer to become in society, and his thoughts on the upcoming F1 season.
Tasting Room S4E06 - Yelp! Culture, Making Beer Great Again, & Our Favorite Restaurant Experiences - Plus We Play A Game (Again)!
January 16, 2024 11:20 - 1 hour - 82.6 MBOn this episode of the Tasting Room, John and Austin touch on today's Yelp! culture, how to capture the 2013 craft beer feeling again, and some of their favorite restaurant experiences. Plus the guys welcome Christina Winkle to the show to talk about her podcast, Chew. Sip. Repeat.
Tasting Room S4E05 - Dry January, Mexican Food, & We Play A Game!
January 10, 2024 10:00 - 1 hour - 64.2 MBWelcome into the Tasting Room, where John and Austin discuss John's attempt at Dry January, his obsession with eating at hole-in-the-wall Mexican food restaurants, plus the two debut a new game!
Tasting Room S4E04 - Trout & Little Brother
January 02, 2024 11:20 - 1 hour - 68.2 MBOn this edition of the Tasting Room Podcast, John and Austin are joined in the first half-hour by Jonathan Trout (brewer & cellarmaster at Cabin Boys Brewery), and in the second half-hour by C.J. Moss (owner of the Moss Group & John's brother).
Tasting Room S4E03 - Eric & Riley Flanagan
December 28, 2023 11:21 - 1 hour - 84.5 MBOn this episode of the Tasting Room, John welcomes back Austin from his Baby-Moon in Paris. The two are joined by two vintners - Eric (Flanagan Wines) & Riley (Riley's Rows) Flanagan.
Tasting Room S4E02 - Mike Collier
December 19, 2023 12:00 - 51 minutes - 46.8 MBOn this episode of the Tasting Room, John is joined by Mike Collier, Chief Meteorologist at KJRH-TV in Tulsa, OK. The two former colleagues talk about live in the television world, Mike's love of the Philadelphia Eagles, and what goes into making a weather forecast.
Tasting Room S4E01 - Welcome To The Livestream!
December 05, 2023 18:48 - 1 hour - 75.3 MBThe Tasting Room is back, and in a new format - each Monday night Austin and John will host a livestream on YouTube from 8-9pm (CST), and repurpose that livestream as a podcast on Tuesday.
The Tasting Room S4E0 - New Year, New Us
November 28, 2023 01:08 - 33 minutes - 30.3 MBWelcome to the first episode of the newly re-imagined Tasting Room! John welcomes back his trusty sidekick Austin, as they unveil the new direction of the Tasting Room, and the newly created Grassfire | Podcasts family of shows.
The Tasting Room, S3E04 - Aaron Underwood, Kermit Lynch Wine Merchants
April 20, 2023 10:30 - 1 hour - 66.3 MBSpring break is over, and the Tasting Room is back with a bang as Aaron Underwood from Kermit Lynch Wine Merchants stops in. John and Aaron talk about the ever changing world of wine, the process Kermit goes through in selecting producers, and give a special shoutout to Prince Ali from Aladin.
The Tasting Room, S3E03 - Eric Flanagan, Flanagan Wines
January 17, 2023 11:45 - 58 minutes - 53.4 MBOn this episode of the Tasting Room, Eric Flanagan stops in for a chat. The founder of Flanagan Wines in Sonoma County, CA, Eric has a vast knowledge of the wine industry. Topics of conversation include how his winery had to adapt to Covid-19, where he sees the industry heading, and his second job as an investor in vineyard sites across California.
The Tasting Room, S3E02 - Austin McIllroy, Cabin Boys Brewery
December 22, 2022 06:14 - 1 hour - 85.5 MBThe band is back together! Former Tasting Room co-host Austin McIllroy joins John to talk about Cabin Boys' two new ventures, how his new brewpub will bring a different dining experience to guests, and if the current craft beer scene has become stale.
The Tasting Room, S3E01 - Nate Young, Lowood
December 01, 2022 20:33 - 1 hour - 66.5 MBSeason 3 of the Tasting Room kicks off with Nate Young, the newest GM of Lowood in Tulsa, OK. Nate talks about his vision for the restaurant, some of the difficulties of running a restaurant during the holiday season, and what goes into his famous egg nog.
The Tasting Room, S2E10 - Chris Emmons, Oakhart BBQ
September 20, 2022 21:33 - 1 hour - 56.5 MBChris Emmons, co-owner of Oakhart BBQ, stops by the Tasting Room for Week 3 of BBQ Month. He and John talk about the challenges of opening up a new restaurant in today's world, Chris' love of the Buffalo Bills, and Texas Monthly's recent feature of his restaurant.
The Tasting Room, S2E09 - Donny Teel, Buffalo's BBQ
September 15, 2022 19:00 - 43 minutes - 39.5 MB"The King of BBQ" makes a stop by The Tasting Room for this week's episode. Donny Teel, owner of Buffalo's BBQ in Sperry, OK, has been cooking his 'Q on the competition circuit for over twenty years. He tells stories of his time on the road, running his BBQ stand in Sperry, and his thoughts on the booming popularity of BBQ.
The Tasting Room, S2E08 - Adam Green, Mac's BBQ
September 02, 2022 16:08 - 46 minutes - 42.4 MBAdam Green, owner of Mac's BBQ in Skiatook, OK, stopped by the Tasting Room to kickoff BBQ Month. He and John touched on numerous topics including what differentiates Mac's from other BBQ places in Oklahoma, his love of bourbon, and his opinion on the popular pitmaster Aaron Franklin of Franklin's BBQ in Austin, TX.
The Tasting Room, S2E07 - Bradley Dry
August 22, 2022 10:30 - 1 hour - 60.8 MBBradley Dry stops by the Tasting Room for this episode. He takes us behind the scenes of Reservation Dogs, where he prepared meals for the cast and crew, and Yellowstone, where he's heading to do the same thing next month. Bradley also discusses his Native heritage, growing up Cherokee, and how that influences his cooking as an adult.
The Tasting Room, S2E06 - Trey Winkle
August 11, 2022 21:38 - 1 hour - 76.2 MBChef Trey Winkle stops by the Tasting Room for this episode. Winkle, the Chef de Cuisine at FarmBar (Tulsa, OK ) & Living Kitchen (Depew, OK), talks about a wide range of topics - from how his love of alchemy bleeds over into his cooking, to his hope that African cuisine emerges in restaurants across the country...and so much more.
The Tasting Room, S2E05 - Chip Gaberino + Ian Pico, Topeca Coffee
July 26, 2022 13:20 - 53 minutes - 49.3 MBOn this week's episode, the Tasting Room welcomes in Chip Gaberino and Ian Pico. Chip is the owner of Topeca Coffee and one of the founding principles of G&B Provisions, which runs Saturn Room, Open Container, Hodges Bend, and Lowood - all in Tulsa, OK. Ian is the Director of Coffee at Topeca and was the 2018 U.S. Roaster Champion. The two coffee connoisseurs talk about the changing landscape of the coffee world, as well as consumer behavior overall in the hospitality industry.
S2E05 - Chip Gaberino + Ian Pico, Topeca Coffee
July 26, 2022 13:20 - 53 minutes - 49.3 MBOn this week's episode, the Tasting Room welcomes in Chip Gaberino and Ian Pico. Chip is the owner of Topeca Coffee and one of the founding principles of G&B Provisions, which runs Saturn Room, Open Container, Hodges Bend, and Lowood - all in Tulsa, OK. Ian is the Director of Coffee at Topeca and was the 2018 U.S. Roaster Champion. The two coffee connoisseurs talk about the changing landscape of the coffee world, as well as consumer behavior overall in the hospitality industry.
Tasting Room, S2E04 - Justin Thompson, JTR Group
July 18, 2022 20:29 - 1 hour - 60 MBChef Justin Thompson stops by the Tasting Room to talk about his new restaurant, Freya, in Tulsa OK. Justin and John Moss also talk about his culinary journey, and his leadership style in running his restaurant group, JTR Group.
The Tasting Room, S2E03 - Jared Jordan, Summit Club
July 09, 2022 22:16 - 1 hour - 69.2 MBJared Jordan pays a visit to The Tasting Room, where he and John Moss talk about his current role at the Summit Club in Tulsa, OK. Jared also takes us on a deep dive into the natural wine movement (spoiler: he isn't a big fan) and explains how an Oklahoma native grows to have an affinity for an English Premier League soccer club.
The Tasting Room, S2E02 - Bobby Benjamin, GB Provisions (Lowood/Hodges Bend/Open Container/Topeca Coffee)
July 05, 2022 16:35 - 1 hour - 69 MBChef Bobby Benjamin joins the Tasting Room to talk about relocating to Tulsa from Louisville, KY... his love of bourbon... and his passion for creating memorable dining experiences for every guest at each of his establishments.
The Tasting Room, S2E01 - Ben Alexander, McNellie's Group
July 02, 2022 04:50 - 42 minutes - 39 MBChef Ben Alexander takes a seat in the Tasting Room, where he explains how his Armed Forces background helps him run more than a dozen kitchens across the country. He also gives us a sneak peek into the upcoming concepts from the McNellie's Group.
The Tasting Room, Ep. 17 - Riley Flanagan
April 15, 2022 06:15 - 1 hour - 144 MBJohn and Austin are joined by Riley Flanagan, owner or Riley's Rows wine. The conversation goes from her start in the wine industry with her father, to her disdain for beer, and the crazy lifestyle of a winery owner.
The Tasting Room, Ep. 16 - Jake Miller (Heirloom Rustic Ales)
April 07, 2022 07:30 - 1 hour - 205 MBJohn and Austin are joined by Jake Miller, founder and master brewer at Heirloom Rustic Ales. The guys touch on Jake's extensive background in the beer world learned from jobs around the country, his love of fishing, and his passion for conservation.
The Tasting Room, Ep. 15 - Max Shafer (Roadhouse Brewing Co.)
March 31, 2022 02:26 - 49 minutes - 113 MBJohn and Austin are joined by Max Shafer, head brewer at Roadhouse Brewing Co. in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. The guys talk about Roadhouse's extensive footprint in the culinary scene, Max's role in scaling Roadhouse to its current capacity, and his favorite beer in his impressive cellar.
The Tasting Room, Ep. 14 - John & Austin
March 23, 2022 01:38 - 52 minutes - 120 MBFollowing a last-minute guest cancellation, John and Austin spend a few minutes updating you all on what's been happening, and what you can look forward to!
The Tasting Room, Ep. 13 - Dustin Patterson (Balcones Distilling) & David McClain (Cabin Boys)
March 11, 2022 16:49 - 1 hour - 157 MBJohn and Austin are joined by two guests on this episode: Dustin Patterson, production manager for Balcones Whisky out of Waco, TX - and David McClain, head brewer at Cabin Boys Brewery. Dustin and David talk about their upcoming collaboration, and the guys ask Dustin about the beverage culture down in Waco and how Balcones has been a chief figure in its evolution. Plus, we find out what musician Austin is obsessed with.
The Tasting Room, Ep. 12 - Aaron Post (Valkyrie)
February 25, 2022 00:01 - 1 hour - 177 MBJohn and Austin are joined by Aaron Post, owner of Valkyrie and St. Vitus in Tulsa. The conversation touches on all sorts of topics - from Valkyrie's award-winning drink menu, to creating an entirely new culture with St. Vitus.
"The Tasting Room", Ep. 11 - Garrett Odell & Austin Fogt (Cirque Coffee)
February 17, 2022 02:44 - 1 hour - 219 MBAustin and John are joined by two of the masterminds behind Cirque Coffee. The guys touch on everything from business, to coffee farm relationships, to the most awkward customer interaction in the history of the hospitality industry.
"The Tasting Room", Ep. 10 - Lisa Becklund (Living Kitchen Farm / Farmbar)
February 03, 2022 21:09 - 1 hour - 265 MBJohn and Austin return from holiday break and welcome James Beard nominee Lisa Becklund to The Tasting Room. The conversation ranges from Lisa's start in Seattle, to her decision to move to Oklahoma & start Living Kitchen, open up Farm Bar in Tulsa, & much more!
"The Tasting Room", Ep. 9 - Andrew Jolly (Doubleshot Coffee)
December 21, 2021 19:46 - 1 hour - 255 MBAustin & John are joined by Andrew Jolly of Doubleshot Coffee Company in Tulsa, OK. The guys talk about the constantly evolving coffee scene, and how that plays a part in Tulsa's culture & identity as a city. Drinks Booker's Bourbon Cornerstone Saison Shades of Pale (v1) Busch Maduro 21 coffee pour-over
"The Tasting Room", Ep. 8 - Noah Bush (Hodges Bend/Lowood/Saturn Room)
December 14, 2021 17:30 - 1 hour - 232 MBJohn and Austin are joined by restaurateur Noah Bush, who owns multiple businesses in the Tulsa area. Between Hodges Bend, Lowood, Saturn Room, and Open Container, Bush's operations represent a large portion of Tulsa's up and coming food & cocktail scene. The guys delve into inspiration gained while traveling, the amount of transplants moving to Tulsa and what that's doing to the hospitality industry, and Bush gives a quick class on how a sommelier tastes a glass of wine. Drinks: Cisterna ...
"The Tasting Room", Ep. 7 - Katie Godoy (American Solera)
November 26, 2021 11:30 - 1 hour - 152 MBAustin & John are joined by Katie Godoy from American Solera brewery in Tulsa, OK. Katie does a bit of everything at Solera, including running all events and managing the taproom, as well as playing an integral part in distribution. The topics of conversation range from Katie's time at Perennial Artisan Ales in St. Louis, to the challenges of working in a predominately male profession. Drinks: Lagunitas Sucks Busch American Solera's Solero American Solera's Perpetual Bliss Sierra Nevada Pal...
"The Tasting Room", Ep. 6 - Nick Corcoran (Alley Cat BBQ)
November 22, 2021 22:23 - 1 hour - 195 MBAustin & John are joined by BBQ Pitmaster Nick Corcoran, whose current restaurant High Dive is a creative fusion of Korean flavors & traditional BBQ. The guys talk about a wide array of topics, including the early days to Burn Co. BBQ, Hideaway Pizza's pizza oven, and why Tulsans refuse to promote themselves. Drinks: Roknar Minnesota Rye Whiskey (Ranch Acres Store Pick) Sooners or Laters Biere de Garde (Cabin Boys / Marble Brewery collab) Felix et Tenebris Stout (Cabin Boys)
"The Tasting Room", Ep. 5 - Eric Marshall (Marshall Brewing Co.)
November 16, 2021 20:09 - 1 hour - 226 MBJohn and Austin are joined by Eric Marshall, owner of Marshall Brewing Company - Tulsa first craft brewery. The guys talk about Eric's journey in the craft beer industry, where they see the industry heading, and what beers inspire Eric to this day.
"The Tasting Room", Ep. 4 - Trevor Tack (Watershed Restaurant Group - Part 1)
November 04, 2021 11:00 - 44 minutes - 41.1 MBAustin and John are joined by Trevor Tack, Executive Chef of Watershed Hospitality. He and his team are opening The Hemmingway, a much-anticipated steakhouse in Tulsa, in December. Chef Tack has been in the hospitality industry for the better part of two decades, and joins The Tasting Room to talk about menu creation, wine pairings, and the stresses of opening a new restaurant.
"The Tasting Room", Ep. 4 - Trevor Tack (Watershed Restaurant Group - Part 2)
November 04, 2021 11:00 - 45 minutes - 41.4 MBAustin and John are joined by Trevor Tack, Executive Chef of Watershed Hospitality. He and his team are opening The Hemmingway, a much-anticipated steakhouse in Tulsa, in December. Chef Tack has been in the hospitality industry for the better part of two decades, and joins The Tasting Room to talk about menu creation, wine pairings, and the stresses of opening a new restaurant.
"The Tasting Room", Ep. 3 - Elliot Nelson (McNellies Group - Part 1)
October 28, 2021 11:00 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MBAustin and John are joined by Elliot Nelson, founder and CEO of the McNellie's Group. Nelson has been credited with sparking the revitalization of downtown Tulsa by opening McNellie's Pub, the Group's flagship establishment.
"The Tasting Room", Ep. 3 - Elliot Nelson (McNellies Group - Part 2)
October 28, 2021 11:00 - 31 minutes - 29.2 MBAustin and John are joined by Elliot Nelson, founder and CEO of the McNellie's Group. Nelson has been credited with sparking the revitalization of downtown Tulsa by opening McNellie's Pub, the Group's flagship establishment.
"The Tasting Room", Ep. 2 - Colin Sato (Et Al. - Part 2)
October 14, 2021 17:35 - 27 minutes - 25.1 MBJohn and Austin are joined by Colin Sato, Executive Chef at Vintage Wine Bar in Tulsa, OK. The guys talk about Colin's roots in Japanese cooking, his new cooking course, and his love of... sugar milk?
The Tasting Room, Ep. 2 - Colin Sato (Et Al. - Part 1)
October 14, 2021 17:34 - 35 minutes - 32.8 MBJohn and Austin are joined by Colin Sato, Executive Chef at Vintage Wine Bar in Tulsa, OK. The guys talk about Colin's roots in Japanese cooking, his new cooking course, and his love of... sugar milk?
The Tasting Room, Ep. 1 - "Welcome"
October 14, 2021 16:43 - 40 minutes - 37 MBWelcome to "The Tasting Room"! Hosts John Moss and Austin McIlroy give you a lowdown on what to expect from their new show.