Dragons Drink Bourbon

The gang switches things up with a ghost story. Can they put a lid on their tangents long enough to keep up a spooky vibe? No. No they cannot. But the real story behind the Wyrick House haunting in Georgia will give anyone pause the next time a kid brings up their imaginary friends. Keep a bottle I.W. Harper's Kentucky Straight Bourbon on hand for liquid courage.

They say bad things come in threes. . .but the fine print seems to clarify three sets of threes. Join the trio for the Norwegian folktale of the Master-Maid. There's impossible challenges, a daring escape, nonsensical magic, and—of course—true love. What more could you want in an hour and a half? And don't forget to grab a bottle of Bliss from Viking Alchemist Meadery!

Caw caw. . .? Anyway, the gang covers a Native American legend turned cryptid. Learn how different tribes characterized Thunderbirds before diving into a two part folktale transcribed from the Arikara people that may or may not make total sense. Plot holes build character, right? Be sure to check out the podcast on social for specifics on our craft beer features this episode!

Craft yourself an Irish Negroni and join your favorite(?) trio for another dive into Greek mythology! Introducing Sisyphus, cheater of death and master of venereal disease deceit. And apparently the gang can't handle their Italian bitters so. Have fun with that, too.

Having a rough day? At least it isn't I'm-just-a-kid-and-my-mom-keeps-trying-to-kill-me-plus-I'm-a-maid-for-seven-tiny-strange-miners bad. And if it is. . .don't trust the mirrors, wear lace, or comb your hair, and absolutely do not eat the apple. Join us for the Grimm fairytale original, Snow-White and the Seven Dwarfs! In the spirit of handfuls of strange men, grab a mixed pack of Creature Comfo...

Cletus takes the storytelling wheel for part two in our original Mildlandia tale! Ella and Miles adlib their little hearts out; embrace their embarrassment for your entertainment. And for the love of gnomes, someone please take Macho Gnome Randy's supplements away. Join the gang with a shot of Ole Smoky Peanut Butter Whiskey and some Knob Creek over ice.

Remember that time (11 episodes ago) when Ella did a terrible Dora impression while poo-pooing all over your dearest childhood memories? Well she's at it again! The gang's got seven more nursery rhymes to cover. And maybe, just maybe, past experience has armed Cletus and Miles with the insight to guess the true meanings behind these dark rhymes. But probably not. Ready your Fistful of Bourbon and...

The gang stays in Japanese territory to focus on a creature legend this time. Meet the original kappa, all deadly kinks and hobbies included at no extra charge. Be sure to arm yourself with trusty cucumbers and grab a bottle of Yu Japanese Whiskey for some liquid courage!

This just in—prayer works! Join the gang for the Japanese hero story, "The Goblin of Oeyama." We've got a large scale daring rescue, disguises, and divine intervention. Plus, strenuous hiking! Grab some sake to prepare, unless it came from dancing priests.

The trio returns to West African folktales for their favorite storytelling celebrity, Anansi. Hate-To-Be-Contradicted guest stars alongside the crafty spider and a truly ridiculous amount of penis related humor. No special drink this week; just grab whatever you have in the fridge!

The trio closes out March with one last Irish tale, this time of the fairy-variety. Ella attempts character voices while Cletus and Miles ad-lib their little hearts out. And this story comes with an uplifting a realistic lesson to help motivate us all. Don't forget to craft yourself a Smoked Old Fashioned to celebrate Miles birthday!

The gang explores everything Leprechaun, from how to identify the faeries to common mischief to exemplary tales. Cletus reflect on simpler times. Miles recommends listening to lore alongside corporate management. And Ella fights the (losing) battle to impart some modicum of knowledge before they're through. Prep a Dublin Drop and take a seat with us!

Ella shares the first of three Irish tales for the month of March. "A Legend of Knockmany" has everything the gang loves: fun names, no gods, a ride or die lady love, and plenty of (unintentional) innuendo. And we all know that giants are just the M'Coul-est. Grab a bottle of Tullamore D.E.W. and join the shenanigans!

Cue the gnome paaarty. . . Now! Ella takes a break and Cletus sits on the storytelling throne for a special, interactive tale. Join us for our first look at the world of Mildlandia. A harrowing garden turf war between the native gnomes and the invading chipmunks will decide the fate of carrots for all.

Ella returns to Norse mythology with a half-hearted stab at sequential storytelling. Learn how the Aesir got the world's hardiest wall for F-R-E-E. Stay for a more formal introduction to Loki's first monster-baby. Questionable sound effects brought to you by Miles and Cletus. Craft yourself a Quarter Horse cocktail if you want to the join the gang!

With a loose theme of LGBTQ+ Greek tales, the gang discusses 2 short myths: the origins of Ursa Major and Ursa Minor, plus the origins of the hyacinth flower. A fed up Cletus declares war on Zeus. Miles promotes a 90s TV series. And Ella bravely defeats her most dreaded foe: the hiccups. And be sure to check Instagram/Facebook for an original cocktail recipe!

Ella pours a themed cocktail—i.e. White Russians—while diving into the Russian fairytale "Go I Not Whither, Fetch I Do Not Know." Take a seat with the gang as they linger on facts and events, feature too many quotes, get lost in confusing accents, and learn how to prevent milk from spoiling. And never trust the guys when they tell you to google something.

The gang switches things up for a special dedication episode. Join the guys as they try to guess the origins and (often dark) meaning behind six different nursery rhymes. Can they get a single one right? Eh, the odds are against them, but luckily Ella can set the record straight. Hint: Nothing is ever as it seems.

Ella presents a character from West African folktales. Meet the spider Anansi, a charming trickster and king of all stories, played by Cletus. Meanwhile, Miles takes on four different acting roles with extra script shenanigans. The gang also learns that not everyone is cut out for muddling mint, so maybe just stick to 1792 on the rocks if you get thirsty.

Join the gang as they finally discuss dragon lore. We've got historical background. We've got origin stories. We've even got inspiring tales. Bonus lessons: Ella is always right. But also she is filled with deep, deep regret. Go Sky Daddies. (Oh, and pour yourself some Islay Single Malt Scotch to switch things up this week.)

Ella abuses her podcast platform so she can trash talk Cinderella for being a terrible role model. The trio is fully reunited this week to explore an Irish fairytale, where they'll swap out pumpkin carriages for magic mares and talking vermin for hungry whales. Can we find a healthy relationship hidden amongst folklore's oral traditions? Probably not, but at least we can judge what we don't unders...

Join Miles and Ella as they struggle to uncover a sense of decency within the Greek mythology dating scene. Family dynamics get even messier this week, with a smattering of trickery, crime, and human suffering thrown in for good measure. Try to find the humor in it all with an assist from Giggle Water, the random cocktail of choice for this particular tale.

Think happy thoughts with Cletus and Ella to summon the voice of the missing Miles while Ella shares the revenge-ridden tales of creation, Aztec style. We even get a little bit mushy—just in time for the new year. Pour some Larceny bourbon to drink and join us at our table!

The trio explores the timeless lessons within the Arthurian tale of the Questing Beast, complete with dated pop culture references. Even Aurpher joins the protests against incest, school spirit, bad jokes, and scary monsters. Don't forget to top off your whiskey tumbler before you take a seat with the gang!

Meet Ella, Cletus, and Miles in the very first episode of Dragons Drink Bourbon! Ella shares the story of the Death of Baldur just in time for the warm and fuzzy holiday season. Meanwhile, Aurpher (the most handsome dog) expresses his excitement by barking the gods away. So pour a glass, take a seat in our audio tavern, and join the fun!