Underrated America: Cincinnati

Meet the team behind the podcast! Enjoy this lively conversation with Morgan and Brad as well as the show's production team at Play Audio Agency based right here in Cincinnati. http://playaudioagency.com @play_audio_agency

This episode features an inspiring conversation with Ken Lewis, the visionary entrepreneur and liquor retailer. The founder of The Party Source, Ken sold the company to its employees and opened New Riff Distilling in 2014, which crafts a range of whiskeys right here in Newport, Kentucky. Ken's optimism about what the future holds for the Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky area is infectious....

Visionaries and entrepreneurs, Andrew Salzbrun and Josh Heuser are behind some of the boldest and most consequential festivals, events, and restaurants shaping Cincinnati over the past decade. Andrew and Josh share the history of how Blink - the internationally renowned project mapping mural festival - came to be, how patience is a virtue in an age of instant gratification when planning long-term...

Molly Wellmann, one of our city's most beloved and recognizable residents, is an entrepreneur, bartender, amateur historian, expert in cocktails and spirits, and author. A 7th generation Cincinnatian and a gifted storyeller, Molly brings her deep knowledge of cocktails and local history to bear in this lively and vibrant conversation with Brad and Morgan. MOLLY WELLMANN SOCIALS https://www.instagr...

Wayne Memmott is the owner and head producer at Bombs Away! Comedy which produces comedy shows featuring local and national acts in unconventional spaces. Wayne talks about his upbringing in Cincinnati, the tight-knit comedy scene in town, the craft of joke-writing, and how Cincinnati audiences love comedy. BOMBS AWAY! COMEDY OFFICIAL WEBSITE https://bombsawaycomedy.com/ BOMBS AWAY! COMEDY SOCIALS...

The masterminds behind the beloved OTR cocktail bar, Lost & Found, Steven Clement and Camilo Otalora explain their philosophy behind throwing a great party, how they became fast friends while wooing the same person, and how they love to facilitate connections through beautifully curated spaces and food. Lost & Found https://lostandfoundotr.com/ Lost & Found Socials  https://instagram.com/lostandfo...

A Walnut Hills grad who grew up in Clifton, Jake Whitman is the CEO and founder of Really Good Boxed Wine. Before launching his company, he taught special ed mathematics in Philadelphia, started his own non-profit, and published a book. A veteran of P&G and Intuit, Whitman leveraged his business experience and his time in California wine country to start Really Good Boxed Wine in 2021. Listen in a...

Freekbass is a true Cincinnati original: a renowned and versatile electric bass player, composer, and performer who has worked and created steadily for over 30 years. In this episode, Freekbass discusses the rich history of funk music in Cincinnati, his collaborations with legendary artists like Bootsy Collins, and how he got his unforgettable name. Join us as we discuss the artists that inspire F...

Welcome to another captivating episode of Underrated America: Cincinnati! In this installment, we sit down with Robyn Cohen, the esteemed strength and mobility expert with the Cincinnati Reds, who utilizes her expertise in Pilates, yoga, and Thai yoga massage to elevate baseball players' performance to new heights. Robyn's passion for optimizing athletic potential extends beyond the field. At her...

Ann and Jose Salazar are the dynamic duo behind some of the city’s most beloved restaurants. Jose, a James Beard nominated chef and his wife, Ann, co-owner/operator run Salazar, Mita’s, Goose & Elder, and their newest venture, an upscale bodega in Columbia Tusculum, Daylily. Listen as they discuss their meet-cute in Queens, the controversy of Cincinnati chili, and what surprised them about moving...

Tom Funke, founder of Funke Presents, curates one-of-a-kind experiences featuring local performers, unique spaces, custom scents and daring themes. Listen as Tom, Morgan and Brad discuss walking culture, creating inclusive spaces, and detail some of Tom’s most elaborate events. Funke Presents https://www.funkepresents.com/ Funke Presents Socials https://www.instagram.com/funkepresents/?hl=en SUBSC...

Brandon Reynolds is the founder of B the Keeper, working with businesses and landowners to install landscapes in urban areas that reduce carbon emissions, increase curb appeal and protect pollinators. Listen as Brandon and our hosts discuss his transition out of advertising, Mt. Washington, and his passion for pollinators. B The Keeper Socials https://www.instagram.com/b_thekeeper/?hl=en https://w...

Co-hosts Brad Acree and Morgan Barnhart shine a spotlight on the hidden gems of Cincinnati through interviews with the entrepreneurs, artists, and taste-makers driving the culture of our city. Join us as we explore the food scene with award winning restauranteurs. We discuss how Cincinnati has influenced music from decades passed and is poised to continue to do so in the future. We get the low dow...