Whiskey Business
259 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 58 ratingsWhiskey Business is a podcast not so much about whiskey, as it is one WITH whiskey. Comedian and influencer, Dino Tripodis, discusses topics from A to Z while sharing a pour of whiskey with his guests. Join the Whiskey Business team for enlightening and entertaining conversations over a “good pour".
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If You Can Make It There...
June 01, 2020 03:36 - 1 hourWhiskey Business went remote and live to NYC, the starting epicenter of COVID-19 to talk with 3 talented individuals who continue to make their way through the indiscriminate fog of the virus. Danielle Tripodis (Dino’s daughter) Mike Greco and Kern Rodriguez shared stories, cocktails and thoughts of the future as America begins to slowly open back up. What have these creative and talented people done while quarantined? What will they be doing once they’re back out there? It all makes for i...
If You Can Make It There...
June 01, 2020 03:26 - 1 hour - 124 MBWhiskey Business went remote and live to NYC, the epicenter of COVID-19 to talk with 3 talented individuals who continue to make their way through the indiscriminate fog of the virus. Danielle Tripodis (Dino’s daughter) Mike Greco and Kern Rodriguez shared stories, cocktails and thoughts of the future as America begins to slowly open back up. What have these creative and talented people done while quarantined? What will they be doing once they’re back out there? It all makes for interesting...
Two Words Down For Comedian
May 25, 2020 21:54 - 1 hourComedian, Greg Warren returned to Whiskey Business for another remote broadcast with Dino and the Boys. Always funny and always insightful, Greg has been busy. He has a new podcast with comedian, Brendan Eyre called ONE DOWN, a very funny show that’s centered around crossword puzzles. Plus a new comedy special coming to Amazon Prime on 6/30/20 called Where The Field Corn Grows. So tune in and enjoy this installment of a 2 word, 15 letter answer for fun: Whiskey Business Learn more about yo...
Bourbon and Broads
May 18, 2020 15:47 - 1 hourIf you’re going to podcast remotely, go big whenever possible and we did this week on Whiskey Business as Dino and the boys welcomed three amazing and funny ladies to the podcast. Nickey Winkelman, Sarah Storer and Amber Falter joined the podcast for conversations that ranged from the funny to the heartfelt and everything in between: The Seven Deadly Sins, receiving dick pics and who’s handled the pandemic better- men or women? With some Widow Jane bourbon making the guest bottle appearance, ...
The MO' Spirits, The Better!
May 11, 2020 03:38 - 1 hourFounders of M&O Spirits, Doug and Mike, give us a virtual tour of their young operation. Comedian Jeff Gage also joins the show to add some levity to the episode. Plus, a first ever "Whiskey Business Mistake of the Week" award is given to Producer Greg Hansberry. Learn more about M&O Spirits (or buy a shirt) here: https://www.mospirits.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Seeing Red
May 05, 2020 20:42 - 1 hourThe one thing you can say for certain about Whiskey Business is you truly never know where the podcast may go or who might be on it. The Red Tent Revival is the charitable brainchild of Za Unit and Julia O’Keefe who are also the musical duo Tickles and Pokes. Their organization strives to put an end to “Period Poverty” making feminine hygiene products available to those women who because of their economic situation can simply not afford them. They join the show to share how their efforts have...
The Variety Pack
April 27, 2020 03:00 - 1 hourMaking the best of remote podcasting, it's the Whiskey Business variety show! Rudy Alexeeff from High Bank Distillery talked about their initiative to make hand sanitizer to combat Covid-19. Musician Dave Powers also came along for the ride to play and discuss how he and fellow musicians were still sharing their craft during the pandemic. We also went back in time to share some clips of Dino’s 50th Birthday Comedy Roast. Plus, we even have had a taste of some country music (sort of) with ...
Stream A little Stream For me
April 20, 2020 03:45 - 1 hourRun out of things to watch during your quarantine? Not to worry! Maddwolf.com movie critics, George Wolf and Hope Madden, are here to help. They give their picks for the best movies you can stream from home while social distancing. Plus, they give their take on how this pandemic will impact the theater industry. The guest bottle this week is J.T.S. Brown. It's a whiskey from the bottom shelf, but as you'll learn, was made popular from a top shelf movie. Follow George and Hope here: https...
Life Of The Party
April 13, 2020 03:05 - 57 minutesMichael Loftus, actor, writer, comedian, producer and creator of The Loftus Party, joins Whiskey Business remotely for an “inner workings” look at the sitcom world. Loftus shares how he got his first break on The George Lopez Show, working with Charlie Sheen on Anger Management, and his current creative endeavors with Kevin James. Plus a party we can all get behind...The Loftus Party, his rollicking, always fun and unpredictable show on YouTube. This jam packed episode of Whiskey Business is ...
There’s No Place Like Home (Ugh!)
April 06, 2020 01:00 - 1 hourDino and the boys tried their best to stay sane while “staying at home” when they were joined remotely by comedian Dan "Swarty" Swartout. Dan is also the vice-mayor of Powell, Ohio and along with some lighter conversation, he talked about how his suburban city is dealing with the “new normal.” The guest bottle was not so distant, however, as Dino enjoyed some Noah’s Mill bourbon. Enjoy this podcast as the guys “go full pocket.” Yeah...listen and you’ll find out what that means too. #gofu...
The New Normal
March 26, 2020 23:05 - 1 hourAs Ohio does their part to flatten the curve of the Coronavirus, Whiskey Business recorded remotely and on Facebook Live to learn more about this pandemic. Dan Skinner, Associate Professor of Health Policy at Ohio University’s College of Medicine and host of the podcast Prognosis Ohio, was our guest as we discussed where we are at, where we are going and what else can we do as we all valiantly struggle to get through this crisis. Stay safe. Be smart. We’ll see you on the other side of this. ...
Don't Call Me Chef
March 23, 2020 01:00 - 1 hourWhiskey Business had an insightful, fun and interesting chat with Tommy Gallo, owner of Gallo’s Kitchen, one of the best restaurants in Columbus, Ohio. They offer a unique combination of Italian and Creole dishes that are tremendous. Tommy himself is unique as well with his thoughts and perspectives on this fickle industry and life itself. Ironically this podcast took place just before Ohio shut down all bars and restaurants to prevent the spread of COVID-19. You can still get carry out meal...
Oh, We're Gonna Go There? Part 2
March 16, 2020 06:28 - 1 hourThe intriguing, funny and in depth podcast continues with our friends from Comedians On South High, Jason Banks, Bobbie Dodds and Jared Blinksy. As the night rolled on, so did the subject matter. Some of you may find portions of this podcast sensitive in nature, but rest assured the topics were discussed openly and honestly with humor, hubris, and heart. Listen. Enjoy. Debate. And thank you. Laugh with Comedians on South High here: https://www.comediansonsouthhigh.com Learn more about you...
Oh, We're Gonna Go There? Part 1
March 09, 2020 03:46 - 1 hourWhiskey Business goes deep in a two-parter with the guys from the podcast Comedians on South High. Jason Banks, Bobbie Dodds and Jared Blinksy sit down for a roundtable discussion that's funny, serious, and insightful. Ironically, the guest bottle was 100 proof Rebel Yell, which may have coaxed some of the bold dialogue. Enjoy the laughs, the love and the real life conversations on this week's Whiskey Business. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
He, Who Lords Over Our Ohio Liquor
March 03, 2020 00:07 - 1 hourOk...a bit medieval of a podcast title, but not entirely untrue. The Superintendent of Liquor Control for The State of Ohio, James Canepa returned to Whiskey Business with new insights, scoops and even some “Mean Tweets” from disgruntled purchasers of alcohol in Ohio. The “scoop” is a new member in the Jim Beam world of bourbons that’s finally making its way to Ohio. It’s reasonably priced and will be a big hit on the shelves. Tune in to find out what’s coming! There’s also an update on tho...
The Premise February 2020
February 24, 2020 10:44 - 1 hourPart podcast. Part comedy show. Part gameshow. You get it all when Whiskey Business presents The Premise recorded live on The Upfront Stage at Shadowbox Live in Columbus, Ohio. This month we widened the parameters of the “funny” by adding “sketch comedy” to the mix. The rules were still the same, but this time the premises were suited for sketch comedy. Two great teams, Adamantly Indifferent with Jeff Gage and Rob Wahl went up against Savage Tech with Joel Savage and Lindsey Bowes. Also in t...
The High Bank Shot
February 17, 2020 04:30 - 1 hourDino and the Whiskey Business Crew went on location to High Bank Distillery and had a great talk with co-owner Adam Hines. They dig into the birth, future, and the remarkable impact High Bank has had on the industry since its inception in 2018. Of course the night was not without tastings. The boys went through a flight of all of the High Bank whiskies available and even got a sneak peak at what’s to come. Listen, learn and laugh a little too. It’s High Bank Distillery blending nicely with ...
If Loving These Movies Is Wrong, I Don't Wanna Be Right
February 10, 2020 07:27 - 1 hourThe Whiskey Business Crew, Dino Tripodis, Greg Hansberry and John Whitney, along with guest, Jon Osbeck, get into a topic we all can relate to: GUILTY PLEASURE MOVIES. Movies that we love for numerous reasons. Movies that may have been trashed by critics. Dumb movies, bad movies, fun movies, and even some vastly different opinions on classic movies. One person’s guilty pleasure movie can be another ones disdain. But it’s one of the few times we can say...What do Adam Sandler, Neil Diamond and...
Oscar, Hope and George
February 03, 2020 04:00 - 1 hourNo, it’s not a title of a romantic triangle movie you missed, but it IS two of our favorite movie people, George Wolf and Hope Madden from the movie review podcast THE SCREENING ROOM. They're back on WHISKEY BUSINESS to discuss who WILL win The Academy Award and who SHOULD win. They don’t always match up. But, if you’re looking to fill out a winning Oscar ballot this is a good place to start. Moving the conversation along was a bottle of REVIVAL bourbon whiskey made with four grains from Hi...
I Scream, You Scream, We All Scream For Jeni's Ice Cream
January 27, 2020 04:53 - 1 hourWhiskey Business mixes the sweet with the salty when we sit down with Charly Bauer from Jeni's Splendid Ice Cream. He traces the humble beginnings of how Jeni Bauer started this now nation wide franchise in Columbus, Ohio. From a failed beginning to a grand return that set the stage for a national phenomenon, the Jeni's story is a testament to success, perseverance, and a reminder that dreams are only as strong as the person who has them. Charly's delicious samples mixed well with our gues...
The Premise January 2020
January 20, 2020 04:59 - 1 hourPart podcast. Part comedy show. Part gameshow. You get it all when Whiskey Business presents The Premise recorded live on The Upfront Stage at Shadowbox Live in Columbus, Ohio. The Premise made its grand return on 1/16 and will be back on the third Thursday of the month through July. Two comedians are handed a “premise” they haven’t seen or heard until that night. Then they have 20 minutes to write 3-5 minutes of standup which they then perform in front of a live audience. Comedian Nickey ...
That Old Jack Daniels Has Me Under It's Spell
January 13, 2020 04:59 - 56 minutesJack Daniels Assistant Master Distiller Chris Fletcher helps Dino and the gang kick off 2020 with an amazing interview. The guest bottle is Jack Daniels No. 27 Gold, which until recently was only available out of the country and in duty-free shops. Fletcher answers everything you ever wanted to know about Jack Daniels including how it's made, what's with the charcoal filter, and the million dollar question...Is Jack technically considered a bourbon? A new, fun, insightful "whiskey education...
Merry Christ-MESS
December 17, 2019 10:16 - 1 hourOur last podcast before a holiday break was our Whiskey Business Holiday Office Party, with a White Elephant gift exchange to boot. It was also a chance to get Hansberry and YouTube producer, John Whitney in the mix as we talked about the holidays amongst ourselves...until the holiday doorbell started ringing! Listen for some special guests who just “dropped on by” to share some holiday cheer. Whiskey Business would not exist without you, the listeners and viewers. We sincerely thank you and ...
Archie's Analysis
December 10, 2019 01:13 - 1 hourWhiskey Business welcomes back Arch Madness from the podcast Vinyl Analysis to talk about his 5 part series "Pantera. Dimebag. The Alrosa Villa. A Fan's Journey." His series revisits the mass shooting at the classic rock venue, The Alrosa Villa which took the life Darrell “Dimebag” Abbot and others. 12/8/19 marked the 15th anniversary of the tragedy. This episode isn’t all about that tragedy as Dino and the gang go down some other rabbit holes as well, including: Santa Claus, teen masturba...
A Watershed Moment
December 02, 2019 19:56 - 1 hourDino and the Whiskey Business crew went on location to Columbus’ own WATERSHED DISTILLERY. They spoke with owner Greg Lehman on how the whole business got started, his history with pigs and his time spent playing professional sports. Yes. Quite possibly one of the sweetest pro sports gigs ever. Greg was also an exceptional host as he brought out the entire line of Watershed products for us to sample making our time in the Barrel Room a place we did not want to leave. Check this great podcast...
The Fitz Is In
November 25, 2019 22:04 - 45 minutesFitz Bailey, Brand Ambassador for Cooper's Craft, joins Dino and the guys to talk whiskey, family, and the oddest cocktail he's ever made. Fitz also gives the "day drinking sots" a whiskey education while they sample the 100 and 82.2 proof Cooper's Craft. This new juice is currently only available in 13 states, and Ohio is fortunate to be one of them. So cheers to Brown Forman, we'll spread the word! Listen to other Brown Forman related archived podcasts here: http://whiskeybusinessshow....
The Premise: The Ladies Ruled
November 18, 2019 14:09 - 1 hourAnother great night of The Premise (our podcast/game show) took place on the Upfront Stage at Shadowbox Live in Columbus, Ohio. Host, Dino Tripodis did his “thing” but the night belonged to the ladies as Sarah Storer and Sara Greer brought their best to the competition portion of the show. The amazing Leslie Battle brought her comedic perspectives as our Guest Comic. And...a Shawn Cassidy Live album made its way into the show as well. Enjoy this installment and look forward to The Premise b...
A Whiskey Business Road Trip
November 11, 2019 20:47 - 35 minutesDino and the crew scored an invite to the grand re-opening of Hyde Park Steakhouse on The Cap in Columbus, Ohio. The trip included a peek at their brand new whiskey vault, the OSU Alumni Band, and the amazing pianist, Dave Powers. Plus, an unexpected chat with Paul Keels and Skip Mosic, the broadcast voices of The Buckeyes. Make a reservation today: http://www.hydeparkrestaurants.com/maps/hp-cap/index.htm More about WB: http://whiskeybusinessshow.com/2019/11/11/a-whiskey-business-road-tri...
A Movember To Remember
November 04, 2019 23:36 - 1 hourNovember is Men’s Health Awareness Month, a month focusing on men’s prostate cancer, testicular cancer and men’s mental health issues. This week on Whiskey Business, Dino and his crew talked with a recent survivor and a current fighter. Dan Skinner, a professor at Ohio University is a survivor of testicular cancer. Russ Hubbard is currently battling Stage 4 prostate cancer. Both men had unique perspectives as to where they are and where they are going in their personal battles, both emotional...
Whiskey Business Presents: The Premise
October 28, 2019 22:51 - 1 hour - 110 MBPart podcast, part comedy show, part game show, THE PREMISE is ALL FUN, with a night of laughter and surprises. Tune into this episode to hear former Premise winner, Jeff Gage compete against writer, comedian, Mike Larsen and also enjoy a hilarious comedy set from Bobbie Dodds. Then stick around for some very irreverent and funny panel discussion between Dino and all his guests. Sure...there’s one winner before it’s all said and done, but nobody really loses. The Premise returns to the Upfron...
The Bod Couple
October 15, 2019 06:24 - 1 hourDino and the Whiskey Business crew talk with "Strong Mom" nutritionist, Ashley Barnhart, and her client, Gus Flichia, about his life long struggle to lose weight and how he is finally doing it at 69 years of age. But when The Boss Hog, a rare bottle of 14 year old WhistlePig Rye, begins to flow the conversation reveals even more about life's struggles. Imbibe Whiskey Business Podcast: http://whiskeybusinessshow.com/ Be a strong mom: http://strongmoms.us Or...be a pig: https://whistlepigwhi...
Ralph Scott: He Sees Dead People
October 07, 2019 17:29 - 1 hourActor, Ralph Scott, joins Dino and the Whiskey Business crew to talk about a lifetime of being able to see the dead. He frightens the guys with some of the ghostly encounters that he's experienced. The Old Forester 1910 they share doesn't enhance the stories, but it's a good bottle to have on hand once their skin starts to crawl. Plus, there turns out to be a creepy coincidence with the year 1910 as the tales unfold. Take your own trip to the year 1910: https://www.oldforester.com/product...
Run, Travis, Run!
September 30, 2019 20:47 - 1 hourComedian, film maker, and politician, Travis Irvine, brings his odd mix of ambition to Whiskey Business. He talks about his political campaigns for Mayor of Bexley, Ohio; and Governor of Ohio. Plus, as things get political we ask the million dollar question...should Dino run for office? On a lighter lighter side, Travis dishes on his new movie, Killer Raccoons 2: Dark Christmas in the Dark. All this and more accompanied by a bottle of Sinatra Select, which Dino cracked open as a "thank you...
Whiskey Business Presents: The Premise
September 23, 2019 18:44 - 1 hourThird time's a charm! Whiskey Business is back with another edition of the The Premise, a comedy/game show/podcast. Enjoy some great stories from Mike Larson, a hilarious set form Chris Coen, all while Nickey Winkelman and Angie Healey go head to head in this month's episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A Cocktail Classic
September 17, 2019 21:00 - 1 hourDino and the Whiskey Business team spent the day at the first annual Columbus Cocktail Classic. From newbies to pros, simple syrup to the booziest booze...their adventures are chronicled in this week's episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Go Middle West, Young Man
September 10, 2019 02:37 - 56 minutesDino and the Whiskey Business crew go on a field trip to Middle West Spirits for a fascinating and fun look inside the award winning Columbus distillery. The team tries a few of their amazing, one of a kind whiskeys. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
4th Down and Demora To Go
September 02, 2019 22:16 - 1 hourThe world's most superstitious Ohio State Buckeye fan, Bill Demora, returns to Whiskey Business for more inFANity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Whiskey Business Presents: The Premise 2
August 26, 2019 17:03 - 1 hourColumbus Podcast of the Year, Whiskey Business, is back with another edition of The Premise, a combination podcast/comedy competition. Great talk. Great guests. Great comics. And great fun hearing two comedians go toe to toe and joke to joke. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
I Had To Follow Robin Williams
August 19, 2019 12:22 - 1 hourComedian and writer, Mike Larsen, joins Dino to talk about his life and career in comedy. They share the special 100th bottle on Whiskey Business, Old Rip Van Winkle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Untold Stories of Dr. Mike Abernethy
August 12, 2019 14:00 - 1 hourDr. Mike Abernethy...the man who prevented a prison break, got picked up by Senator John Glenn while hitch hiking, is a daring med flight doctor...and that is just scratching the surface! The doc joins Dino and a bottle of Calumet 12 year Single Black Rack to share some amazing stories from his amazing life. www.whiskeybusinessshow.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A Couple of Cocktail Classics
August 06, 2019 03:38 - 1 hourLeigh Ann Simms and Blair Beavers return to Whiskey Business with updates on their Cocktail World, and bring a very nice bottle of Black Maple Hill. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
King of Cocktails
July 29, 2019 23:07 - 1 hourJesse Hubbard(from The Great Southern Whiskey Bar and recent winner of The Columbus Spirits of Negroni Competition)joins Dino on this week's episode. The gang shares a bottle of Amador Whiskey. Jesse also concocts a delicious one of a kind drink named after the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Whiskey Business Presents: The Premise
July 22, 2019 12:00 - 1 hour - 107 MBWhiskey Business pours a new glass with The Premise, a combination podcast/comedy competition. Recorded live at the Upfront Stage at Shadowbox Live, this is one liquor fueled gameshow you don't want to miss.
Best Of The Past Year
July 16, 2019 02:27 - 39 minutesMuch like a whiskey tasting, let’s call this a “flight” of some of our favorite moments on Whiskey Business. Cheers! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Happy Christmukah
July 08, 2019 23:36 - 1 hourIf the Hallmark Channel can do it...so can we! It's Christmas in July as we take a look back at one of our favorite archived episodes. One celebrates Christmas and one celebrates Hanukkah. In this episode Dino and his friend Jon Osbeck find some common holiday ground while they sip on a pour of Prichard's Tennessee Whiskey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Business and BS PART 2
July 01, 2019 16:59 - 1 hourDino and the boys from the Bourbon and BS podcast go a little deeper into the B.S. with some interesting revelations. They taste a one of a kind Makers Mark and finish with a hefty pour of Four Roses. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Business and BS PART 1
June 24, 2019 20:45 - 52 minutesTwo podcasts cross streams in this episode as Dino sits with Steve and Jake from the Bourbon and BS podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
My Uterus Is A Bounce House
June 17, 2019 22:18 - 1 hourMy Uterus Is A Bounce House by Whiskey Business Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Old Dogs Have Tales PART 2
June 10, 2019 17:30 - 1 hourDino stays on the road with comedian, musician, and writer Charlie Wiener. They make some unexpected stops along the way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Old Dogs Have Tales PART 1
June 03, 2019 12:51 - 1 hourDino sits with comedian, musician and author, Charlie Wiener about his 40 years of entertaining and the lessons learned and earned from it all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices