Drink Me A Story

Welcome to the Coin Chronicles, an epic fantasy audio series.   The ruthless, soul stealing games of the Gods are unleashing supernatural and sinister forces throughout the land. Amidst all this chaos is a child searching for the lost souls of his family, a woman losing herself to the Maze, and a godless warrior who will make the powerful pay. This is a brutal universe of two worlds - the Kingdoms...

Dawn in Connecticut. The sound of a fife. A horse. A commander. Something undefinable. A wordless encounter that haunts a young man for fifty years and pushes him to craft a story that no one can mistake.

In the dusty streets of Seville, 1908, a poor shoemaker's apprentice escapes the stink of leather and polish every Saturday night for a forbidden obsession. This episode follows one man's drive to escape his circumstances, and the moment life claims its due. It's a tale of courage, obsession, and the cruel arithmetic of ambition. Hundreds start the climb, but very few survive it. And even fewer wa...

A spy in a foreign land. Unable to speak the language. On a dangerous mission that will kill him or bring him eternal glory. It's the sort of adventure that all the little kids growing up wish they could go on.  

Welcome to the Coin Chronicles, an epic fantasy audio series.   The ruthless, soul stealing games of the Gods are unleashing supernatural and sinister forces throughout the land. Amidst all this chaos is a child searching for the lost souls of his family, a woman losing herself to the Maze, and a godless warrior who will make the powerful pay. This is a brutal universe of two worlds - the Kingdoms...

Today we toast with clinking glasses, pour from shared carafes, or pass a communal pot of tea. We crave connection but build barriers—personal bottles, solo pours, even virtual cheers over video calls. There is this thread of community we're trying to remember, trying to hold on to. Why? How did we get here? Join me today as we trace this quiet transformation, from ancient straws to modern solitud...

Epic Rippers - As 2025 comes to an end, we're reflecting on 100 episodes of stories. Stories of adventure, stories of travel, stories of fantasy worlds. All of these stories are designed to entertain, engage and educate.  Yet, your life is filled with stories too.  It's time to reflect on the stories you've created, told yourself, and maintain in the past year. How are they helping you? How are th...

Sips and Shorts - Sarah, a single mother, is about to see her only daughter off to college, and is determined to make this christmas holiday memorable for them both. Her desire to make everything perfect takes them on a late night, mountain hike that brings them face to face with that mean spirited Christmas monster Krampus.  In a fight for survival, both mother and daughter, learn some very impor...

In this episode of Epic Rippers, the things we desire are the same things that trap us. Biking in Southern Germany, Garmisch Partenkirchen, through cow fields, with the jagged Zugispitze looming, I explore the curse of being civilized and how it's created divisiveness and hatred that's tearing us apart. 

Welcome to the Coin Chronicles, an epic fantasy audio series.   The ruthless, soul stealing games of the Gods are unleashing supernatural and sinister forces throughout the land. Amidst all this chaos is a child searching for the lost souls of his family, a woman losing herself to the Maze, and a godless warrior who will make the powerful pay. This is a brutal universe of two worlds - the Kingdoms...

From Alix's elegance to John's rebellion, this drink fueled royalty, the muse, and mayhem. Today's story spans a century and draws together a famous woman and a celebrity who, despite the time that separated them, had more in common and bigger lessons to share with the world, than you may think.   Show Notes: Sitin Glow Mulling Spice Vintagerock.com

Richard Williams was a successful film and tv animation designer whose work is best displayed on famous shows like "Pink Panther" and "Who Framed Roger Rabbit." But, he's also know for a big mistake - The Thief and The Cobbler. A 30 year project. A substantial cash investment. One life squandered for a dream that never came true. The true story of an artist who was more concerned about perfection...

In this episode of epic rippers we look at why so many people get stuck in routines and what you need to do to break free. Have you ever felt like you're just living every day like the one before? Are you bored with life? Do you crave a change in your routine? Then this episode may be the motivation you need to create a new story about your life. 

Welcome to the Coin Chronicles, an epic fantasy audio series.   The ruthless, soul stealing games of the Gods are unleashing supernatural and sinister forces throughout the land. Amidst all this chaos is a child searching for the lost souls of his family, a woman losing herself to the Maze, and a godless warrior who will make the powerful pay. This is a brutal universe of two worlds - the Kingdoms...

An episode gone wrong, like a week gone wrong. What started as an episode following our normal programming, turned into an impromptu Epic Ripper on all that's happened in the past week, from Charlie Kirk, to school shootings, to the light rail murder of Iryna Zarutska, to September 11. Make no mistake, we are going through the dark night of the soul and there are all sorts of stories out there try...

In this episode of Epic Rippers, we look at the role pain has played throughout history and how it's misunderstood today. An epic ripper rant on how to build a life worth living and why most people never accomplish their goals or get what they want out of life. 

Step into the steamy, sugarcane soaked plains of 1850s Rio de Janeiro, where a boy-king, Dom Pedro II, wears a crown haunted by his father's sudden death. At 25, he faces a deadly outbreak threatening his empire and his beloved Empress Teresa.   A folk remedy crafted by an enslaved healer wielding Africa's ancient secrets and a freedman with a dark past might be the answer to their problems.

Epic Rippers: Between who you should be and who you are, is your future. An unscripted, morning talk on following the rules of society versus setting your own path, inspired by lessons learned from the outdoors. Show Notes: Subscribe and never miss an episode

Welcome to the Coin Chronicles, an epic fantasy audio series.   The ruthless, soul stealing games of the Gods are unleashing supernatural and sinister forces throughout the land. Amidst all this chaos is a child searching for the lost souls of his family, a woman losing herself to the Maze, and a godless warrior who will make the powerful pay. This is a brutal universe of two worlds - the Kingdoms...

In this episode of sips and shorts, we follow Juan as he endures a series of difficult hardships and is forced to commit crimes as a way to survive. His penance ultimately leads to profit and changes the landscape of the world as it ties to one very special drink. 

In this episode of Epic Rippers, we look at a famous New York Island and a European castle inspired by the oldest and grandest of emotions - love. Love isn't a good morning text or a bouquet of roses. It's a castle built for $90 million that requires the very Earth itself to be reshaped.   Show Notes: Visit Boldt Castle

In this episode of sips and shorts, a man named Paul, a very famous writer you may have heard of. A beach. The hot sun. And the best breakfast you have ever had of, all enjoyed in the best way possible. Let's talk food and drinks, and walk through a beautiful place and an even more amazing meal.  

Epic Rippers: A grueling day hike up Zugspitze, Germany's tallest mountain, starting near the Austrian border. The ascent tests their endurance, with altitude sickness and exhaustion setting in as storm clouds loom. The episode explores themes of effort, resilience, and the trade-offs of choosing challenging paths over convenient ones. Drink Pairing- An Apfelschorle (sparkling apple spritzer)   Sh...

Welcome to the Coin Chronicles, an epic fantasy audio series.   The ruthless, soul stealing games of the Gods are unleashing supernatural and sinister forces throughout the land. Amidst all this chaos is a child searching for the lost souls of his family, a woman losing herself to the Maze, and a godless warrior who will make the powerful pay. This is a brutal universe of two worlds - the Kingdoms...

Epic Rippers: On a solitary bike ride through Canada's Copeland Forest, the empty trails spark deep reflection. From Michigan's rugged paths to Canada's lush trails, this episode explores how riding, and living, means embracing new trails, shedding baggage, and finding purpose in every pedal stroke. Drink Pairing- A crisp, cold IPA   Show Notes: Subscribe and never miss an episode