Poppin' Bottles

Josh and Rob are back from their refill month to let you know they're taking a summer break!  Before we head out for sun and fun, we try a very special Daisy Cutter colab Firestonewalker Union Jack. We chat about our month off before taking a jerky flight straight from the Mall of America!  Brought to you by Littlefoot Coffee Roasters , use the promo code: POPPOP for 20% off your entire order!   V...

One last refill for May! We'll see ya next month, and be sure to drop us the Phrase that Pays in our social posts! Michigan’s own Jackie Wiles  (She’s Boygan) stops by to share her love of that great American IPA, Bell's Two-Hearted ! We try a couple of flavors and she reveals how this beer was too sophisticated when she started drinking. She then gives us tips on how to help a friend relax when d...

This Restock episode opens with a Light beverage , and don't forget the phrase that pays!  This week we're joined by fan fave, Andreas Tsironis ( Comedy Sportz Chicago ), who helped coin the term Bulk Boys back in January. He tells us how he converted to Costco from Sam's Club by the woman who stole his heart. We then head to snack town before a surprise guest joins us!  #BuyBiggerBaby # MonkeyVin...

Slake your thirst for podcasts with this pizza-perfect refill!    Breadstick super fan Adam Schreck stops by to share his love of D'Agostino's Pizza ! He talks about being a picky eater, his top 3 sodas, and how Jeff Goldblum makes you feel special.    This episode is brought to you by Littlefoot Coffee Roasters  (they got hats now!) Use the Promo code: PopPop to save 20% off your order!  Original...

The Refill Month of May starts now! Listen closely as we travel down memory lane and drop a phrase that pays all month long. Shout out to us in the comments to take a peek at the prize closet. -- Local THC enthusiast Brian Hooli ( Spliff, Laugh, Love at the Annoyance ) stops by to share his love of cookies and take us on a magic carpet ride. We sample some sweet treats from the Wake-N-Bakery and t...

Before they head to the great cart in the sky, the Dawg Dudes ride one last time! We got Kate Coney in studio to chat about a Chicago Dog landmark, The Weiner’s Circle! She admits she’s never been and then takes a Chicago test. All while we listen to audio of our latest visit to Weiner's Circle with a bun load of guests, including : Bethany Remely  Allie Ring Heather Scholl  Kevin Lambert Vinny Ta...

Bow Wow! The Dudes are joined by the Duchess of Dogs Lauren Williams ( Holy Goat Improv , Whirled News Tonight ) to try her fave dog house, Byron's Hot Dogs located on Irving Bark!  Her Highness reminisces about losing her Duke Doug and being a lazy movie fan on Letterboxd. We then get into the classic debate of "Is a hot dog a sandwich?"  before uncovering the fabled Demon Dogs hiding under the c...

Dawg Dudes ride at noon with Chef Neal Starbird (Midnight Burger Podcast ) all the way to Sonic the All-American Dive-In! He shares his childhood hot dog ritual and why he only gets back to Sonic with host Rob.  We get into the nitty gritty of brats vs dogs before he shares his dog dressing preference and why he thinks dogs should be in the Great American Outdoors.  Brought to you by Littlefoot Co...

Sierra Mist superfan Mike Gospel ( How Star Wars Is It, Baby Wants Candy, BLANK! The Musical ) stops by the Dawg House to chat about a Chicago institution, the   Superdawg Drive-In! He shares how he's always thinking of hot dogs but even more so in photos. We get the truth about his pickle feelings and learn the secret of Chicago Sauce.  We take some medicine to help us recover from eating a bowl...

Well, hot dog! We have a "weiner"! - The Simpsons (S05E17) It's opening day for Dawg Dudes and throwing out the first pitch is fan-fave Kate Cohen ( CSZ Chicago , Blank the Musical )! We visit local institution Budacki’s Drive In with Kate Coney as she shares her love of classic Chicago-style dogs . She tells us about the importance of keeping dogs snappy, veg fresh, and buns grilled while we try...

We've got the dutchess of the double deck aka Marie Maloney back in studio to chat about three different beverages!  She shares stories of destination weddings, supper clubs, and hanging out with Spritz Influencers. We then learn about Bulgarian efficiency and the best way to send pennies to rising country star Tate McRae. Brought to you by Littlefoot Coffee Roasters (Wild Trilliums is back!) use...

The original St. Paddy's Day crew is back!  Two of the brightest emeralds, Allie Ring ( DCOMmentaries , Malarkey Comedy ) & Kevin Lambert ( Go Cubs ) are in studio for a Holiday Draft and to try some Pots o' Gold!   They share their first-hand account of day drinking and witnessing hungover zombies. We then dive into the green deep end to make our luckiest St. Patrick's Day and rank sweet and savo...

Remember this day, men, for it will be yours for all time! - King Leonidas The man, the myth, the legend, Ken Grabowski (The Keg Band) is in studio for our 300th Episode!  The Rob-father shares with us the importance of being hydrated, where to get the best OJ, and that even dirty-looking water can taste delicious. He then reveals how he's a #BulkBoy for Sam's Club and gives us tips for fighting m...

CW: Parental Loss After a month of mourning Papa Bottles, we’re back with fan fave Andreas Tsironis ( The First Annual Inaugural Grief Awards ) for a very special episode.  We talk about love, loss, and whether there can be ethical consumption under capitalism. Listen as we try to keep loss light and try three new soda flavors: Blackberry Dr Pepper , Wild Cherry and Cream Pepsi, and Coca-Cola Oran...

This is one time where television really fails to capture the true excitement of a large squirrel predicting the weather.  -Phil Connors it's time for Deja Brew and View with fan-fave Buck LePard  ( Music Box Theatre ) and the holiday classic Groundhog Day ! He joins the illustrious #ThreeTimersClub as we learn how a fateful sleepover introduced him to the Pennsylvania Polka and a future vacation...

We're saying goodbye to being dry with future fan fave Simon Tessmer ( Sketch Playlist , Clued-In ). He shares where he originally got his Schweppervescence and why his Dry January started in 2023.  He reveals that he doesn’t speak French like a little kid anymore and recalls spending New Years in a galaxy far, far away.  We then try some extra drinks, figure out where the Predator came from , and...

For our first Dry January ep of 2025, we're joined by industry insider Benno Nelson ( Old Town concert featuring Mustafa ) He stops by to share his brand new non-alc Salted Lemonade from Five Corners Beverage Co and shares why it might make you want some tacos. We chat about co-running an NA beverage company and why everyone wants to sip something interesting. He helps us get back to our ranking w...

Josh and Rob are joined by fan fave Ryan Ben ( Hitch*Cocktails, Clued In ) to talk reading, free child care, and failed grandparent nicknames.  He helps them share book stats and sip on beverages inspired by the reads. We chat solving murders, saving the Earth’s sun, and ranch living all while running down our top books of 2024. #RuthlessTallBoys  Did we each reach 50 books last year? Will we make...

We're starting 2025  with a look back at 2024! As Josh and Rob wait for their guest to arrive, they chat about holiday parties, their favorite drinks of 2024, and things to look forward to in 2025.  Will they GYAOTD in the new year, listen to find out!  Brought to you by Littlefoot Coffee Roasters! Use promo code " POPPOP " to save 20% off your order Visit our Merch closet at https://poppinbottles...

3...2...1... Happy New Year's Eve...Draft! It's our first Holiday Draft of 2025: NYE! We're joined by the best guests of the year, Natalie Younger & Jimmy Barrett to start our new year right! We all jockey to make the best starting four to have the most rocking New Year's Eve ever. Listen to see who wants holiday surprises , what makes the most baller fish eggs, and the eating habits of raccoons ....

It's our second Annual Holiday Draft: Christmas! 7th timer Natalie Younger & 4th timerJimmy Barrett join us to make the draft season bright!  We discuss the creepiest Holiday Songs and the best Holiday Specials as we pick our starting Xmas four.  Listen as we discover the power of Ruggs, Goth Holiday Memes , and jumping into Taint Territory.  We then taste-test some treats for Santa before celebra...

Christmas already? Ugh! - The Grinch Media Mogul Miguel Lepe Jr. ( Escàndalo! , The Guitar Thief ) stops by with a couple of special elves to talk about Illumination's The Grinch starring Benedict Cumberbatch.  He shares his Grinch rankings as we sip on homemade NA Grinch Juice .  We learn from his little ones about the drama of the movie , the power of sugar, and how to survive a crocodile attack...

For our 10th & Final 2024 Get Your Ass Out The Door Tour we're joined by fan faves Tara Egan & Vinny Tangherlini !  They get us in the festive spirit as we visit the Christkindlmarket Chicago !  We chat about making mug collecting a holiday tradition, how a Raclette Sandwich is the “gift that keeps on giving” and figure out who's on  Team # HotWine !  Hear us brave the crowds and sip a couple of s...

Local hero James "T-Day" Dugan ( Hitchcocktails , Whirled News Tonight ) let us crash his Annual Night Before Thanksgiving meet-up at Cork Lounge!  We get a little nuts fighting off head colds as we try some of Dugan's homemade seasonal alcohol infusions. Then we taste a new beer from a fave brewery before discussing the golden age of jukeboxes and bar genres. Listen to us catch up with the ghosts...

It's our first annual holiday draft: Thanksgiving! Fan Faves Natalie Younger & Jimmy Barrett join us as we try four Thanksgiving #TallBoys and set our starting four picks to make our dream Turkey Day!  Listen as we chat about late holiday dinners, "knuckling out" a Turkey, and share our version of the Thanksgiving Grinch.  Brought to you by Littlefoot Coffee Roasters! Use promo code " POPPOP " to...