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Chef Mike Wisdom joins the show to discuss sketchy parking lot hot sauce deals with Andy, moist cabbage with Jess, custom 'krauts with Karl, and how he'd fare in jail with Dan. Intro music is from "Coast to Coast" by Cory Gray.

While Jordan's away, the mixologists will play. Fancy bartender Cam joins Dan, Karl, and Andy to talk about what's involved with mixing complex cocktails, tipping an open bar, and   Intro music is from "Coast to Coast" to Cory Gray.

Travel writer Zach Lamothe sits down to talk about breaking into publishing, beer names, and being rejected by his old high school. Intro music is from "Coast to Coast" by Cory Gray.

Jess, Dan, Karl, Jordan, and Andy get together to talk about storage at a swim-up bar, armpit hair in the kitchen, and how equally to treat your employees. Intro music is from "Coast to Coast" by Cory Gray.

There's no crying in baseball, but there's lots of crying in the service industry. Jess Hamill joins Andy, Karl, Jordan, and Dan to talk about what belongs on a table, what belongs on tap, and what's Jordan's problem with Derry, NH?   Intro music is from "Coast to Coast" by Cory Gray.

As Karl & Jordan open their second restaurants, Colin, Dan, and Andy join them to talk about dealing with anxiety, everyone's first day, and how wishes were like assholes. Intro music is from "Coast to Coast" by Cory Gray.

Sour Not Sorry's Colin Crociati talks about opening Massachusetts' first all-sour microbrewery. They talk about drinking from unmarked cans, and having something for everyone, and whether there's loyalty among craft beer drinkers. Intro music is from "Coast to Coast" by Cory Gray.

Andy, Karl, and the brothers Chabot sit down to talk about absolute rules, vodka-related nationalism, and how special Jordan is. Intro music is from "Coast to Coast" by Cory Gray.

Recording live at the 2022 Bar & Restaurant Expo, Dan, Karl, and Andy are joined by Chef Brian Duffy to talk about believing in your concept, defining an executive chef, and getting your employees to drink the Kool-Aid. Intro music is from "Coast to Coast" by Cory Gray.

Karl, Dan, Andy, and Jordan are joined by Jordan's brother Ryan to talk about working with loved ones, rewarding employees, and when you need a lawyer. Intro music is from "Coast to Coast" by Cory Gray.

Dan, Jordan, Karl, and Andy celebrate their 100th episode by reminiscing about the last five years, picking favorites, and making fun of each other. Intro music is from "Coast to Coast" by Cory Gray.

Andy compares online reservation apps, Jordan bemoans the poor quality of fake IDs, Dan is stumping for blue drinks, and Karl tries to get sponsored by New Balance. Intro music is from "Coast to Coast" by Cory Gray.

Curtis is back as he joins the crew to talk about gambling, the horror show of 21st birthdays, and the biggest pain in the ass on the menu. Intro music is from "Coast to Coast" by Cory Gray.

Alcohol distributor Curtis Chin joins Karl, Jordan and Andy to celebrate Dan's birthday by talking about dry January, chicken-related difficulties, and the health benefits of tequila! Intro music is from "Coast to Coast" by Cory Gray.

Karl, Dan, Jordan, and Andy get together to talk about market saturation, the secret recipe for ginger ale, and what you really shouldn't get your staff for Christmas. Intro music is from "Coast to Coast" by Cory Gray.

British Beer Company bartender Trevor joins Andy, Karl, Dan, and Jordan to discuss bonuses, "convenience" fees, and weeknight drinking. Thanks to this month's sponsor, Sock Panda! Intro music is from "Coast to Coast" by Cory Gray.

Where does Andy keep his step stool? What does Jordan have against Bailey's? How high does Teddy think your dishwasher should be? And why does Karl assume every place is a strip club? All these questions will be talked about on today's BarTalk Podcast. Thanks to our sponsor, Sock Panda! Intro music is from "Coast to Coast" by Cory Gray.

Bartender and writer Ted Maguire, after years of research, has recently published his new book, "The Dive Bar Qualifier." Karl, Jordan, and Andy join him to talk about the fine details and authentic patina that separates a true dive from your local townie fare. Thanks to our sponsor, Sock Panda! Intro music is from "Coast to Coast" by Cory Gray.

Jordan, Andy, Dan, and Fish talk about the shortages facing the bar and restaurant industry, from tequila to mozzarella sticks to drinkers themselves. Other topics include: romantic whiskey mixes, inappropriate bartender questions, and bullshit cherries. Thanks to our sponsor, Sock Panda! Intro music is from "Coast to Coast" by Cory Gray.

Today on BarTalk, Andy wonders when events will come back, Jordan goes behind the music, Karl is very busy elsewhere, and Dan learns where Steely Dan got their name.   Intro music is from "Coast to Coast" by Cory Gray.

On today's BarTalk Podcast, Andy gets Iced on the side of the road, Jordan defines how late is too late for the kitchen, Dan bemoans a tequila shortage, Karl admits his Zima appreciation, and Jeff answers questions. Thanks to our sponsor, Hello Fresh! Intro music is from "Coast to Coast" by Cory Gray.

Andy interprets questions to Dan, Karl, and Jordan about how to charge for your time, Karl & Dan's "unique" approach to greeting tables, and how to drum up business among newspaper readers.   Thanks to our sponsor, Hello Fresh! Intro music is from "Coast to Coast" by Cory Gray.

Ten of the South Shore's best and brightest breweries compete to see who has the best IPA. Does Stellwagen defend their title from 2019? Or will newcomers like Burke Aleworks and Brewery 44 make a great first impression?   Intro music is from "Coast to Coast" by Cory Gray.

Following Dan's rant against the moon, Hanna talks about quitting smoking, Jordan reminisces about being tipped in silverware, Andy defines the many subsets of Richard, and apparently it's Fish's turn to be the salty one. Thanks to our sponsors, The Pretentious Pickle Company and Hello Fresh! Intro music is from "Coast to Coast" by Cory Gray.

Bartalk crosses over with the Old Colony Cast as Hanna joins Andy, Jordan, and Dan to talk about prohibition. We talk about ordinary keepers, the invention of cocktails, and the jazzy tunkle-tinkle of piano music. Thanks to our sponsors, the Pretentious Pickle and Hello Fresh! Intro music is from "Coast to Coast" by Cory Gray.