Restaurant Overdose

In this episode of Restaurant Overdose, we explore the unusual, chaotic, and sometimes deadly history of what people have consumed just to catch a buzz.  We kick things off with a collab and taste test of Bakesale Vibes, a modern THC infused chocolate drink - and as the vibe sets in, we take a left turn straight into history.  From the real reason Prohibition started (and ended) to an unhinged WWI...

What started as a look into lawsuits surrounding Diageo's tequila empire turned into something bigger- a story of silencing, strategy, and stolen brand identity.  In this episode, we expose the lesser known legal battle between Diageo & 21 Seeds, the women founded flavored tequila brand with serious momentum-until it was aquired and quietly smothered. Why? To make room for a very similar Casamigos...

In this edgy episode, we sit down with Jaz a proud stripper based in West Florida, for a raw and unapologetic look at what it really means to work in the adult entertainment industry.  From late night shifts to customer dynamics, we explore the crossover between strip clubs and service culture, where emotional labor, survival skills, and sales hustle are the norm Jaz shares: What people get wrong...

We're spilling the tea- literally as we dive into the messy origin story of the Long Island Iced Tea, as we discover how one of the most Notorious cocktails ever earned it's legendary status behind the bar.  In Episode 4 we're mixing up a strong one (just don't be cringe and actually order a Strong Island). Join us as we sit down with the always entertaining Lori Aleckson as we strain out the twis...

In this emotionally layered and brutally honest episode, we sit down with Local beer reps to talk about the real-life impact of COVID-19 lockdowns both personally and in the beverage industry and how it differed from state to state. We dig into the dark side of the customer review system , the power dynamics it creates, and how some people use it as leverage instead of feedback.  but what starts a...

in this high-proof episode, we go behind the bottle with Tim Marriott, a former industry insider of Patron Brands, for an unfiltered look at the rise of one of the most recognizable tequila empires in the world We explore the deep history of tequila , the explosion of luxury branding in the spirits world, and the strategic moves that turned Patron into a household name - including controversial la...

In this unforgettable first episode, we sit down with Lynn Austin the VERY FIRST HOOTERS GIRL  to talk about the origins of the brand the changed restaurant culture - and her personal journey from serving wings on the beach to becoming a symbol of an era. Lynn opens up about the wild early days, the unexpected fame, the myths, the marketing, and what it really took to build an iconic image in the...

Welcome to Restaurant Overdose a podcast for anyone who works in the service industry, enjoys going out, or is considering working at a bar or restaurant. This is a quick overview of what to expect on future episodes of the podcast