Whiskey Bench
142 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsWelcome to the Whiskey Bench, where we pair cocktails with conversation. Whether we’re diving deep into a meaty subject like the history of fascism or why monetary policy drives inflation, or just bringing you the highlights of a crazy news week, we aim to look past the simple answers and discuss the complexity of our wild world. So pull up a chair, pour yourself a drink, and join us on the Whiskey Bench.
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#20 Bella, Bella + Sussing Dr. Seuss
March 13, 2021 18:28 - 1 hour - 111 MBIn this episode the Bench hangs out, catches up, and discusses "canceling". Bella, Bella 1 oz Gin 2/3 oz Campari 1/2 oz lemoncello 1/2 oz Mandarine Napoleon 2/3 oz orange juice Shake your ingredients over ice. strain your Bella, Bella into a chilled glass, and garnish with a lemon twist. Relevant Links Office Cold Open Henning's Blog Kat's Radio Interview Eric Weinstein Essay Club Too Busy to Flush Remember, always drink responsibly and cheers to a fulfilled life with ...
Bella, Bella + Sussing Dr. Seuss
March 13, 2021 18:28 - 1 hour - 111 MBIn this episode the Bench hangs out, catches up, and discusses "canceling". Bella, Bella 1 oz Gin 2/3 oz Campari 1/2 oz lemoncello 1/2 oz Mandarine Napoleon 2/3 oz orange juice Shake your ingredients over ice. strain your Bella, Bella into a chilled glass, and garnish with a lemon twist. Relevant Links Office Cold Open Henning's Blog Kat's Radio Interview Eric Weinstein Essay Club Too Busy to Flush Remember, always drink responsibly and cheers to a fulfilled life with ...
Lady Diana + Housing Boom
March 06, 2021 16:51 - 1 hour - 106 MBThe housing market is exploding. Prices are skyrocketing as people are leaving cities in mass. In this episode we start to explore the housing market. How much are prices inflated in Montana? Is the growth of Bozeman a taste of modern colonialism? Does Montana suck? Join in the conversation as we begin to navigate through these questions and more. Lady Diana 1 oz gin 1 oz Campari 3/4 oz lime juice dash of simple syrup Shake ingredients in cocktail shaker with ice. Strain into desir...
#19 Lady Diana + Housing Boom
March 06, 2021 16:51 - 1 hour - 106 MBThe housing market is exploding. Prices are skyrocketing as people are leaving cities in mass. In this episode we start to explore the housing market. How much are prices inflated in Montana? Is the growth of Bozeman a taste of modern colonialism? Does Montana suck? Join in the conversation as we begin to navigate through these questions and more. Lady Diana 1 oz gin 1 oz Campari 3/4 oz lime juice dash of simple syrup Shake ingredients in cocktail shaker with ice. Strain into desir...
#18 Margarita + COVID Relief
February 20, 2021 17:59 - 1 hour - 101 MBIn this episode the Bench discusses COVID relief. This episode is a natural continuation of last weeks discussion about MMT. Join Torna, Kat, and Henning as they discuss a couple current events, upcoming COVID relief, $15 federal minimum wage, and much more. Margarita 1 1/2 oz Tequila 1 1/2 oz lime juice 1 oz orange liquor (tripple sec, Cointreau, curacao) Shake your ingredients over ice. Salt the rim of your cocktail glass. Strain your Margarita into your glass, add a large ice c...
Margarita + COVID Relief
February 20, 2021 17:59 - 1 hour - 101 MBIn this episode the Bench discusses COVID relief. This episode is a natural continuation of last weeks discussion about MMT. Join Torna, Kat, and Henning as they discuss a couple current events, upcoming COVID relief, $15 federal minimum wage, and much more. Margarita 1 1/2 oz Tequila 1 1/2 oz lime juice 1 oz orange liquor (tripple sec, Cointreau, curacao) Shake your ingredients over ice. Salt the rim of your cocktail glass. Strain your Margarita into your glass, add a large ice c...
#17 Tom Collins + MMT
February 13, 2021 18:09 - 1 hour - 151 MBIn this episode the Bench discusses MMT. What is MMT? How does it work? Is mass money printing and spending a viable means of improving wealth inequality? Join us to hear all these questions considered. Tom Collins 2 oz gin 1 oz lemon juice 1/2 oz simple syrup chilled club soda Add gin, lemon, and syrup to an ice-filled collins glass (high-ball). Top it off with club soda and stir. Garnish with a lemon slice and cherry. Relevant Links: Ultimate Bar Book Trends in Absolute Income...
Tom Collins + MMT
February 13, 2021 18:09 - 1 hour - 151 MBIn this episode the Bench discusses MMT. What is MMT? How does it work? Is mass money printing and spending a viable means of improving wealth inequality? Join us to hear all these questions considered. Tom Collins 2 oz gin 1 oz lemon juice 1/2 oz simple syrup chilled club soda Add gin, lemon, and syrup to an ice-filled collins glass (high-ball). Top it off with club soda and stir. Garnish with a lemon slice and cherry. Relevant Links: Ultimate Bar Book Trends in Absolute Income...
16. Manhattan + Talking Shop 1.2
February 08, 2021 21:33 - 1 hour - 97 MBThe crew is back together. Kat and Torna catch up with Henning as they discuss PETA and human superiority, FBI lies, and a whole list of social topics relevant today. Manhattan (classic) 2 oz rye 3/4 oz sweet vermouth 3 dashes Angostura bitters Stir ingredients over ice and strain into chilled glass. Garnish with a Maraschino cherry. Remember, always drink responsibly and cheers to a fulfilled life with all its beauty! Follow the hosts on Twitter: Torna: @Mtn_Torna Kat: @KatJDwy...
#16 Manhattan + Talking Shop 1.2
February 08, 2021 21:33 - 1 hour - 97 MBThe crew is back together. Kat and Torna catch up with Henning as they discuss PETA and human superiority, FBI lies, and a whole list of social topics relevant today. Manhattan (classic) 2 oz rye 3/4 oz sweet vermouth 3 dashes Angostura bitters Stir ingredients over ice and strain into chilled glass. Garnish with a Maraschino cherry. Remember, always drink responsibly and cheers to a fulfilled life with all its beauty! Follow the hosts on Twitter: Torna: @Mtn_Torna Kat: @KatJDw...
Manhattan + Talking Shop 1.2
February 08, 2021 21:33 - 1 hour - 97 MBThe crew is back together. Kat and Torna catch up with Henning as they discuss PETA and human superiority, FBI lies, and a whole list of social topics relevant today. Manhattan (classic) 2 oz rye 3/4 oz sweet vermouth 3 dashes Angostura bitters Stir ingredients over ice and strain into chilled glass. Garnish with a Maraschino cherry. Remember, always drink responsibly and cheers to a fulfilled life with all its beauty! Follow the hosts on Twitter: Torna: @Mtn_Torna Kat: @KatJDw...
The Wellerman + Talking Shop 1.1
January 30, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 117 MBStephen and Kat talk shop discussing current events. The good, the bad, and the funny. The Wellerman (a How to Drink cocktail) 2oz rum 1oz lemon juice 1/2oz simple syrup heaping spoonful of Matcha powder 1 egg white Dry Shake vigorously to emulsify then add ice and shake again. Strain into coup. Relevant Links: Holocaust Remembrance Day Netherlands COVID Riots Newsom COVID Restriction lift Recall Newsom NYT Sea Shanty Remember, always drink responsibly and cheers to a fulfilled ...
#15 The Wellerman + Talking Shop 1.1
January 30, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 117 MBStephen and Kat talk shop discussing current events. The good, the bad, and the funny. The Wellerman (a How to Drink cocktail) 2oz rum 1oz lemon juice 1/2oz simple syrup heaping spoonful of Matcha powder 1 egg white Dry Shake vigorously to emulsify then add ice and shake again. Strain into coup. Relevant Links: Holocaust Remembrance Day Netherlands COVID Riots Newsom COVID Restriction lift Recall Newsom NYT Sea Shanty Remember, always drink responsibly and cheers to a fulfilled ...
Presidente + 1A and Censorship
January 23, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 128 MBThe first amendment and censorship is a conversation that has long been in discussion, and its not going to stop anytime soon. In this episode the Whiskey Bench talks about how to approach understanding censorship with big tech, and how to wrestle with the libertarian desire to avoid government intervention while also maintaining a spirit of the constitution. Presidente 1 1/2 oz light rum 1/2 dry vermouth 1/2 sweet vermouth 1/4 oz tripple sec orange twist stir all ingredients over...
#14 Presidente + 1A and Censorship
January 23, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 128 MBThe first amendment and censorship is a conversation that has long been in discussion, and its not going to stop anytime soon. In this episode the Whiskey Bench talks about how to approach understanding censorship with big tech, and how to wrestle with the libertarian desire to avoid government intervention while also maintaining a spirit of the constitution. Presidente 1 1/2 oz light rum 1/2 dry vermouth 1/2 sweet vermouth 1/4 oz tripple sec orange twist stir all ingredients over...
#13 Laphroaig 10 + Chaos Continues Pt 2
January 19, 2021 06:58 - 1 hour - 88.4 MBThe madness in the aftermath of the January 6 storming of the Unites State Capitol continues. Facebook, twitter, and Amazon are starting to censor and remove users and the POTUS has been impeached for a second time. Whiskey Bench is starting to discuss reasons leading up to these events, and trying to expand their understanding of the times at hand. Laphroaig 10 year Grab a glass. Pour as much Laphroaig as you want into it. Drink it. As is. Neat. Relevant Links: WSJ Nancy Pelosi Q...
Laphroaig 10 + Chaos Continues Pt 2
January 19, 2021 06:58 - 1 hour - 88.4 MBThe madness in the aftermath of the January 6 storming of the Unites State Capitol continues. Facebook, twitter, and Amazon are starting to censor and remove users and the POTUS has been impeached for a second time. Whiskey Bench is starting to discuss reasons leading up to these events, and trying to expand their understanding of the times at hand. Laphroaig 10 year Grab a glass. Pour as much Laphroaig as you want into it. Drink it. As is. Neat. Relevant Links: WSJ Nancy Pelosi Q...
Blue Monday + Chaos Continues Pt 1
January 16, 2021 16:15 - 53 minutes - 73.5 MBThe madness in the aftermath of the January 6 storming of the Unites State Capitol continues. Facebook, twitter, and Amazon are starting to censor and remove users and the POTUS has been impeached for a second time. Whiskey Bench is starting to discuss reasons leading up to these events, and trying to expand their understanding of the times at hand. Blue Monday 1 oz Gin 1 oz Cointreau or triple sec dash of blue curacao 3-4 oz chilled club soda Pour gin and Cointreau into ice f...
#12 Blue Monday + Chaos Continues Pt 1
January 16, 2021 16:15 - 53 minutes - 73.5 MBThe madness in the aftermath of the January 6 storming of the Unites State Capitol continues. Facebook, twitter, and Amazon are starting to censor and remove users and the POTUS has been impeached for a second time. Whiskey Bench is starting to discuss reasons leading up to these events, and trying to expand their understanding of the times at hand. Blue Monday 1 oz Gin 1 oz Cointreau or triple sec dash of blue curacao 3-4 oz chilled club soda Pour gin and Cointreau into ice f...
Cherry Cobbler + Capitol C Chaos
January 09, 2021 16:40 - 1 hour - 100 MBWith the recent riot at the US Capitol, there is a lot of conversations that need to be had. In this episode, the Whiskey Bench discusses the events that occurred on January 6, 2021, and start to lay out a nuanced analysis of what led to it, how its being interpreted based on party affiliation, and what long term negative effects it may have on the civil liberties of every person. Cherry Cobbler 2 oz Gin 3/4 oz Cherry Brandy 1/4 oz creme de cassis 1/4 oz lemon juice 1/4 oz sim...
#11 Cherry Cobbler + Capitol C Chaos
January 09, 2021 16:40 - 1 hour - 100 MBWith the recent riot at the US Capitol, there is a lot of conversations that need to be had. In this episode, the Whiskey Bench discusses the events that occurred on January 6, 2021, and start to lay out a nuanced analysis of what led to it, how its being interpreted based on party affiliation, and what long term negative effects it may have on the civil liberties of every person. Cherry Cobbler 2 oz Gin 3/4 oz Cherry Brandy 1/4 oz creme de cassis 1/4 oz lemon juice 1/4 oz sim...
Toronto + The New Year
January 02, 2021 20:50 - 1 hour - 89.4 MBThis week we're hanging out and drinking a Toronto. We discuss a couple highlights of 2020 and hope for 2021. It's going to be an incredible year! Toronto 2 oz Canadian Rye Whiskey 1/4 oz Fernet-Branca 1/4 simple syrup 2 dashes Angostura bitters Add ingredients into a mixing glass and stir well. Strain into a coupe and garnish with an orange twist. Remember, always drink responsibly and cheers to a fulfilled life with all its beauty! Follow the hosts on Twitter: Torna: @Mt...
#10 Toronto + The New Year
January 02, 2021 20:50 - 1 hour - 89.4 MBThis week we're hanging out and drinking a Toronto. We discuss a couple highlights of 2020 and hope for 2021. It's going to be an incredible year! Toronto 2 oz Canadian Rye Whiskey 1/4 oz Fernet-Branca 1/4 simple syrup 2 dashes Angostura bitters Add ingredients into a mixing glass and stir well. Strain into a coupe and garnish with an orange twist. Remember, always drink responsibly and cheers to a fulfilled life with all its beauty! Follow the hosts on Twitter: Torna: @Mt...
Bourbon Flip + Jesus Christ is Punk
December 26, 2020 18:14 - 1 hour - 109 MBThis week we're hanging out and drinking bourbon and eggnog. Join us for an unedited hangout session with twists and turns in every direction. Please check out Nathan Fordham's fine jewelry. Bourbon Eggnog Flip 1 1/2 oz Bourbon 1/2 oz Brandy 1/2 oz Maraschino Liqour 3/4 oz Simple Syrup 1 whole egg 3-4 oz egg nog Add all ingredients in (minus eggnog) into a shaker without ice. Dry shake rigorously to mix and emulsify ingredients. Next add ice and shake. Strain mixture int...
#9 Bourbon Flip + Jesus Christ is Punk
December 26, 2020 18:14 - 1 hour - 109 MBThis week we're hanging out and drinking bourbon and eggnog. Join us for an unedited hangout session with twists and turns in every direction. Please check out Nathan Fordham's fine jewelry. Bourbon Eggnog Flip 1 1/2 oz Bourbon 1/2 oz Brandy 1/2 oz Maraschino Liqour 3/4 oz Simple Syrup 1 whole egg 3-4 oz egg nog Add all ingredients in (minus eggnog) into a shaker without ice. Dry shake rigorously to mix and emulsify ingredients. Next add ice and shake. Strain mixture int...
Sazerac + This Title Has Been Redacted
December 19, 2020 16:13 - 1 hour - 106 MBIn this episode the squad barely dips their toes into censorship in the modern media world. They discuss Hunter Biden, censorship, hot soup, and crypto currency. Sazerac 2 oz Rye (or Cognac) 1/4 oz simple syrup 4 dashes Peychaud's Bitters ( I like 10) A dash of Absinthe, Herbsaint, or Pernod Stir Rye, sugar, and bitter over ice. In a chilled rocks glass, put a small amount of absinthe into it, and rotate until the sides are coated ( "rinsed"). Strain drink into glass and garni...
#8 Sazerac + This Title Has Been Redacted
December 19, 2020 16:13 - 1 hour - 106 MBIn this episode the squad barely dips their toes into censorship in the modern media world. They discuss Hunter Biden, censorship, hot soup, and crypto currency. Sazerac 2 oz Rye (or Cognac) 1/4 oz simple syrup 4 dashes Peychaud's Bitters ( I like 10) A dash of Absinthe, Herbsaint, or Pernod Stir Rye, sugar, and bitter over ice. In a chilled rocks glass, put a small amount of absinthe into it, and rotate until the sides are coated ( "rinsed"). Strain drink into glass and garni...
French 75 + Meme Culture
December 13, 2020 01:33 - 1 hour - 105 MBIn this episode Kat, Henning and Torna talk the future of news and meme culture as they reunite after Thanksgiving break. Relevent links: Hot Pod News Civilization: The West and the Rest Polo & Pan: Zoom Zoom French 75 1 oz gin 1/2 oz lemon juice 1/2 oz simple syrup 3 oz Champagne Shake gin, lemon, and syrup over ice, and strain into Champagne flute. Top off with chilled Champagne, and garnish with lemon twist. Remember, always drink responsibly and cheers to a fulfilled li...
#7 French 75 + Meme Culture
December 13, 2020 01:33 - 1 hour - 105 MBIn this episode Kat, Henning and Torna talk the future of news and meme culture as they reunite after Thanksgiving break. Relevent links: Hot Pod News Civilization: The West and the Rest Polo & Pan: Zoom Zoom French 75 1 oz gin 1/2 oz lemon juice 1/2 oz simple syrup 3 oz Champagne Shake gin, lemon, and syrup over ice, and strain into Champagne flute. Top off with chilled Champagne, and garnish with lemon twist. Remember, always drink responsibly and cheers to a fulfilled li...
Bijou Cocktail + Talking Shop 1.0
November 21, 2020 15:34 - 1 hour - 110 MBIn this episode Kat is unable to join the Bench. Instead of our usual conversation, Henning and Torna simply talk shop. Books, old friendships, facial hair, and throwing crap out. These are just a few of the topics we cover in this episode. Join us for our first talking shop episode. Bijou Cocktail 3/4 oz gin 3/4 oz sweet vermouth 3/4 oz green chartreuse 1 dash orange bitters Stir ingredients over ice, and strain into chilled coup. Serve with a cherry. Remember, always drink...
#6 Bijou Cocktail + Talking Shop 1.0
November 21, 2020 15:34 - 1 hour - 110 MBIn this episode Kat is unable to join the Bench. Instead of our usual conversation, Henning and Torna simply talk shop. Books, old friendships, facial hair, and throwing crap out. These are just a few of the topics we cover in this episode. Join us for our first talking shop episode. Bijou Cocktail 3/4 oz gin 3/4 oz sweet vermouth 3/4 oz green chartreuse 1 dash orange bitters Stir ingredients over ice, and strain into chilled coup. Serve with a cherry. Remember, always drink...
#5 Pink Gin + Prelude to Minimalism
November 14, 2020 17:28 - 1 hour - 101 MBIn this episode we discuss the minimalist's documentary, purging, and living with intentionality. Links to important information in this episode: The Minimalists Pink Gin 2 oz gin 6 dashes Angostura bitters Combine gin and bitters and stir over ice. strain into a chilled coup Remember, always drink responsibly and cheers to a fulfilled life with all its beauty! Follow the hosts on Twitter: Torna: @Mtn_Torna Kat: @katdwyer1 Henning: @stephenghenning Connect with the Whis...
Pink Gin + Prelude to Minimalism
November 14, 2020 17:28 - 1 hour - 101 MBIn this episode we discuss the minimalist's documentary, purging, and living with intentionality. Links to important information in this episode: The Minimalists Pink Gin 2 oz gin 6 dashes Angostura bitters Combine gin and bitters and stir over ice. strain into a chilled coup Remember, always drink responsibly and cheers to a fulfilled life with all its beauty! Follow the hosts on Twitter: Torna: @Mtn_Torna Kat: @katdwyer1 Henning: @stephenghenning Connect with the Whis...
Negroni + Self Improvement
November 07, 2020 15:16 - 1 hour - 89.3 MBIn this episode we throw politics out the window and start to discuss the books, habits, and routines that have made us better people. Links to important information in this episode: Jordan Peterson's 12 Rules for Life Pema Chodron's The Places that Scare You Todoist App Evernote App Oak Meditation and Breathing Feedly App Negroni 1 part Gin 1 part Sweet Vermouth 1 part Campari Stir ingredients over ice. Serve in a rocks class with a large ice cube. Garnish with a thic...
#4 Negroni + Self Improvement
November 07, 2020 15:16 - 1 hour - 89.3 MBIn this episode we throw politics out the window and start to discuss the books, habits, and routines that have made us better people. Links to important information in this episode: Jordan Peterson's 12 Rules for Life Pema Chodron's The Places that Scare You Todoist App Evernote App Oak Meditation and Breathing Feedly App Negroni 1 part Gin 1 part Sweet Vermouth 1 part Campari Stir ingredients over ice. Serve in a rocks class with a large ice cube. Garnish with a thic...
Hot Toddy + Rethinking Voting
October 31, 2020 13:47 - 1 hour - 115 MBIn this episode we riff about Halloween and Hamilton, then dive into a discussion about the election. We theorize some potential outcomes and offer a couple alternatives means of electing officials. Links to important information in this episode: Democracy In Practice The Revival of Demarchy The Young Turks (TYT) Unity 2020 (Dark Horse Duo) Hot Toddy 1 1/2 oz Whiskey (dealers choice) 1/2-3/4 oz Honey juice from half a lemon 5 oz boiling water Cinnamon stick, cloves, mi...
#3 Hot Toddy + Rethinking Voting
October 31, 2020 13:47 - 1 hour - 115 MBIn this episode we riff about Halloween and Hamilton, then dive into a discussion about the election. We theorize some potential outcomes and offer a couple alternatives means of electing officials. Links to important information in this episode: Democracy In Practice The Revival of Demarchy The Young Turks (TYT) Unity 2020 (Dark Horse Duo) Hot Toddy 1 1/2 oz Whiskey (dealers choice) 1/2-3/4 oz Honey juice from half a lemon 5 oz boiling water Cinnamon stick, cloves, mi...
Widow's Kiss + Local Government
October 24, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 97.8 MBIn this episode we continue our discussion from last week and end up on the topic of local government and our most trusted news sources. Links to important information in this episode: Vintage Spirits book Jack Dorsey & Tim Pool on Joe Rogan The Young Turks (TYT) Shared State Podcast Widow's Kiss 1 1/2 oz Calvados (apple brandy) 3/4 oz Green Chartreuse 3/4 oz Benedictine D.O.M 2-3 Dashes of aromatic bitters Stir over ice for 15-20 seconds, strain into chilled glass Ga...
#2 Widow's Kiss + Local Government
October 24, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 97.8 MBIn this episode we continue our discussion from last week and end up on the topic of local government and our most trusted news sources. Links to important information in this episode: Vintage Spirits book Jack Dorsey & Tim Pool on Joe Rogan The Young Turks (TYT) Shared State Podcast Widow's Kiss 1 1/2 oz Calvados (apple brandy) 3/4 oz Green Chartreuse 3/4 oz Benedictine D.O.M 2-3 Dashes of aromatic bitters Stir over ice for 15-20 seconds, strain into chilled glass Ga...
Old-Fashioned + Breaking the Ice
October 17, 2020 23:22 - 1 hour - 116 MBIn this episode we kick things off by breaking the ice with a few introductory questions and finish with a brief discussion on objectivity and and the importance of truth. Old-Fashioned 2 oz bourbon 1/4 oz simple syrup 3 Dashes of aromatic bitters Stir over ice for 15-20 seconds, strain into rocks glass with single large ice cube Garnish with thick lemon peel Remember, always drink responsibly and cheers to a fulfilled life with all its beauty! Follow the hosts on Twitter: ...
#1 Old-Fashioned + Breaking the Ice
October 17, 2020 23:22 - 1 hour - 116 MBIn this episode we kick things off by breaking the ice with a few introductory questions and finish with a brief discussion on objectivity and and the importance of truth. Old-Fashioned 2 oz bourbon 1/4 oz simple syrup 3 Dashes of aromatic bitters Stir over ice for 15-20 seconds, strain into rocks glass with single large ice cube Garnish with thick lemon peel Remember, always drink responsibly and cheers to a fulfilled life with all its beauty! Follow the hosts on Twitter: ...
The Whiskey Bench
October 08, 2020 12:24 - 1 minute - 1.56 MBLooking for a fresh twist on a classic concept? Try the Whiskey Bench Podcast! Start with a free pour of our complicated and fascinating world Followed by an ounce or two of intellectual humility Add a dash of philosophy, politics, or current events Zest with fresh, spicy opinions Garnish with shenanigans Best served neat This is a podcast where we seek to graduate the understanding of our world beyond meme culture. We find that a well rounded cocktail has a lot in common wi...