Whiskey & Wisdom

In this episode of the Whiskey Whiskey Podcast, co-host Tyler Yaw and Chris Kellum sit down with George from Surf City Smash to discuss the journey of his restaurant, the importance of quality ingredients, community engagement, and the unique offerings on their menu. George shares insights into his transition from a financial consultant to a restaurant owner, the challenges faced in the food indus...

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In this episode of the Whiskey and Wisdom podcast, hosts Tyler and Chris welcome Amanda Swiss, a physician assistant specializing in aesthetics. The conversation flows from light-hearted icebreakers to deeper discussions about Amanda's career path, her passion for aesthetics, and the intricacies of procedures like Botox and fillers. They also touch on Amanda's personal journey from Massachusetts t...

In this engaging podcast episode, the hosts welcome Tara, a seasoned professional in the service industry, to discuss her journey through bartending, marketing, and the unique concept of a mini golf bar. The conversation delves into the intricacies of bourbon tasting, the challenges of managing a bar, and the creative process behind crafting cocktails. Listeners gain insights into building communi...

In this engaging conversation, Steven, a mobile bartender known as the Drink Daddy, shares insights into the art of bartending, his journey into the mobile bartending business, and his favorite drinks and techniques. The discussion covers the importance of garnishing, the science behind drink preparation, and the joy of creating memorable experiences for clients at various events. In this engaging...

In this episode of Whiskey and Wisdom, hosts Chris and Tyler engage with Ashley, a nutrition coach, discussing her journey from a traditional medical background to embracing a holistic approach to health. They explore topics such as the transition from coffee to mushroom drinks, the challenges of moving to a new state, and the importance of mindset in health and wellness. Ashley shares her persona...

Exploring the Wild World of Modern Whiskey: Trends, Innovations, and Hidden Gems In this episode, join me as I dive deep into the ever-evolving and exciting world of whiskey. Discover the latest trends, including the explosion of craft distilleries and their experimental approaches, unique finishes like maple syrup barrels, and unconventional grains such as quinoa. Learn about big names in the ind...

Whiskey Wisdom Podcast: Featuring Amanda Wilcox - The Uncensored Nurse Join co-hosts Chris Kellum and Tyler on the Whiskey Wisdom Podcast as they sit down with special guest Amanda Wilcox, a registered nurse and Instagram influencer known as 'The Uncensored Nurse.' In this episode, Amanda shares her fascinating journey of transitioning from traditional nursing to embracing functional medicine duri...

Discovering Hidden Gems in American Whiskey with Blind Barrels! In this captivating episode of the Whiskey Wisdom Podcast, co-hosts Chris Kellum and Tyler Y. are joined by Bobby DeMars, the founder and CEO of Blind Barrels. Bobby delves into the journey of creating Blind Barrels, a unique subscription service for small American craft whiskeys. Learn the intricate legal hurdles faced, the importanc...

Top Leadership Mistakes: Insights with Coach Reggie In this episode of the Whiskey and Wisdom podcast, host Chris Kellum and co-host Tyler Yaw welcome back popular guest Coach Reggie, who brings tequila this time to discuss key leadership and management insights from his extensive coaching experience. The team explores 11 common mistakes that leaders often make, such as lack of vision, poor commun...

Exploring Local Spirits: Liberty and Plenty Welcome to the Whiskey and Wisdom podcast! Hosts Chris Kellum and Tyler interview Evan Kuck, the Eastern Territory Sales Manager for Liberty and Plenty Distillery based in Durham, NC. In this episode, Evan shares the story behind the distillery, their unique bourbon resting process, and the variety of spirits they produce, including their popular grapefr...

Journey back to the 18th century as we explore the origins of Buffalo Trace Distillery, from Native American trails to one of the most iconic bourbon producers in the world. Discover the pivotal moments and key figures like Edmund Haynes Taylor, Jr. and Albert B. Blanton, who shaped the brand's storied history. Learn about the distillery's resilience during Prohibition, their innovative techniques...

Whiskey and Wisdom Podcast: A Journey of Personal Growth and Health In this episode of Whiskey and Wisdom, co-hosts Chris Kellum and Tyler Yaw Welcome back Angela Thorne, one of their few returning guests. Together, they discuss Angela's journey over the past year, including her decision to step back from her roles at Rodan and Fields to refocus and her eventual move to Abbott Vascular. She also s...

Revolutionizing Water: Pure Tide's Mission to Combat Plastic Pollution Welcome back to the Whiskey & Wisdom Podcast! In this special episode, hosts Tyler Yaw and Chris Kellum are joined by guest Tyler Williams, founder of Pure Tide Water. They discuss the inspiration behind Pure Tide, a company dedicated to providing premium, plastic-free drinking water through a glass bottle delivery service....

Kombucha Chronicles with Cody Strickland: From MrBeast to World Records In this episode of Whiskey and Wisdom, co-hosts Tyler Yaw and Chris Kellum welcome special guest Cody Strickland. Cody, known for his incredible streak of chugging kombucha for over 844 days, shares his journey into kombucha and its health benefits. The trio discusses Cody's unexpected path to fame, including his appearances i...

Life's Challenges and Transformations with Leigh Roberts | The Whiskey & Wisdom Podcast Join hosts Tyler and Chris as they sit down with special guest Leigh Roberts. In this episode of The Whiskey & Wisdom Podcast, Leigh opens up about her personal journey, reflections on identity, and experiences that have shaped her into the person she is today. From discussing the importance of surround...

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Art and Inspiration with Whitney Futrell: Exploring Motherhood, Creativity, and Community In this episode of the Whiskey and Wisdom podcast, co-hosts Chris Kellum and Tyler welcome special guest Whitney Futrell, an accomplished acrylic artist known for her figurative work focusing on womanhood and motherhood. Whitney shares her journey from teaching middle school to becoming a full-time artist, th...

Achieving Health and Wellness with Jason Sani | Whiskey Wisdom Podcast Join cohost Tyler and Chris on the Whiskey Wisdom Podcast as they welcome special guest Jason Sani. In this episode, Jason shares his 15+ years of experience in the health and fitness industry, discussing his journey from medical sales to becoming an online nutritionist and coach. Learn about the importance of community, consis...

Whiskey Wisdom Podcast: Growing Your Business with Social Media Expert Nick Rizzo In this episode of the Whiskey & Wisdom Podcast, co-hosts Tyler Yaw and Chris Kellum welcome Nick Rizzo, a social media and video marketing expert. Nick shares his journey from studying exercise science to diving into video content creation. Discover how Nick helps local service businesses grow through effective...

Scaling Small Businesses: Insights from Mike Farnetti of Daringhouse | Whiskey and Wisdom Podcast In this episode of the Whiskey and Wisdom podcast, co-hosts Chris Kellum and Tyler Yaw chats with Mike Farnetti of Daring Haus about the journey of growing small businesses through finance, operations, marketing, and branding. Mike shares insights on his transition from a corporate finance career to c...

Boombalattis: The Sweet Journey of Wes & Kristen Bechtel | Ice Cream Innovators Join hosts Chris Kellum and Tyler Ya2w on the Whiskey & Wisdom podcast as they interview Wes and Kristen Bechtel, the passionate owners of Boombalattis. Discover the story behind Boombalattis, an ice cream brand in Wilmington with multiple locations and plans for expansion. Wes and Kristen share their experienc...

The Inspirational Journey of Justin Powell | Whiskey & Wisdom Podcast In this episode of the Whiskey & Wisdom Podcast, co-hosts Tyler and Chris Kellum welcome special guest Justin Powell. The discussion kicks off with a unique take on an old fashioned cocktail and then delves into Justin's incredible life story. Justin recounts his experiences living in different countries, his transformat...

Discovering the Impact of Upper Foundation: Holistic Health & Nonprofit Insights Join hosts Chris Kellum and Tyler on the Whiskey and Wisdom podcast as they dive deep into the mission and transformative work of the Upper Foundation with their special guest, Wendy Marsh. Wendy, who stepped into the role after being inspired by founder Sarah Auld, shares the journey and vision of Upper Foundatio...

Helping the Literacy Crisis In the Cape Fear Whiskey and Wisdom Podcast: Yasmin Shaw Tompkinson & Cape Fear Literacy Council Join Tyler and Chris as they sit down with Yasmin Shaw Tompkinson, Executive Director of the Cape Fear Literacy Council. Learn about the personalized education initiatives of the Council, aimed at helping adults transform their lives through improved literacy and educati...