Drinking During Business Hours with Sarah Halstead and Rich Chassler | Where comedy & fine wine meet!

On this episode, Sarah and Rich are sans guest but full of stories and updates! Hear about their trip to a farm wedding in exotic Michigan, what possessed them to rescue two kittens, and whether or not they will dabble in the new Threads platform. Also, get some excellent TV recommendations, a story about the world's worst wine bar manager, and so much more! Cheers!

This week's episode of the podcast is a best of, or rather, an in memory of edition, as we highlight and remember actor/comedian Ricarlo Flanagan. Ricarlo was an amazing entertainer, having stolen scenes on shows like Insecure and Shameless , crushing it on Last Comic Standing, and putting on a fantastic performance in the movie Emily the Criminal. Ricarlo was not only a great comedian and actor,...

On this episode, Sarah and Rich welcome Peabody Award-winning writer David Leaf to the cellar to talk all things music! In addition to his writing career, David is also an award winning producer/director and he is a professor at UCLA's Herb Alpert school of music. Not only does David share his own story about how he came to be the premiere chronicler of some of music's most iconic figures, includi...

This week Sarah and Rich open up the cellar doors to vintners and close, personal, longtime, very dear, good friends Joey Wolosz and Jeff Durham! Joey and Jeff share everything from how they met, having Sarah officiate their wedding, making and selling their own wine at Gentleman Farmer Wines in Napa Valley, cooking, the art of the accordion, and so much more! If you have a passion for wine, cooki...

On this special episode, Sarah and Rich are all alone in the studio playing some catch-up, after Sarah's recent trip to Denver. Get a recap of some wine tasting excursions Sarah and Rich recently made, Sarah's beef with performing road comedy, and some passionate discussion about the current writer's strike. Plus, Sarah has some quick tips for "faking it til you make it" while at a winery that you...

This week, Sarah and Rich share a glass and conversation with comedian/actress Crystal Powell! In this episode, Crystal shares some amazing stories from touring with Magic Mike: Live, hitting the road as a comedian during the peak of the pandemic, and making a statement on America's Got Talent. Also, find out why picking someone up from LAX is so much more than asking for a simple friendly favor!...

On this episode, Sarah and Rich open the doors of the cellar for award winning photographer Magnus Hastings! Hear about the quaint way Sarah met Magnus, as well as how Magnus decided to ditch acting for photography. Grab your beverage of choice and enjoy the conversation as Magnus shares some amazing insight into his photography, shooting some of the world's most famous drag queens, and his strugg...

It is a rosé kinda day as Sarah and Rich welcome comedian/writer/actor/musician Luke Null to cellar! In addition to superb tastes for wine and coffee, Luke is a superb, authentic, and original performer, whose talent cannot be denied. Find out what inspired Luke to incorporate music into his comedy act, his time on SNL, and his take on the forever war between stand-up and improv. It is a deep come...

This week on Drinking During Business Hours, Sarah and Rich welcome comedian, producer, actor, and activist, Mona Shaikh to the cellar. Mona is a truly incredible and incredibly funny guest, and you will find out here as she shares some outrageous stories about her conservative Muslim upbringing in Pakistan, getting attacked on stage, and so much more. After this episode and a few glasses of champ...

On this episode of Drinking During Business Hours, Sarah and Rich welcome actor, comedian, musician, and Canadian, Justin Wade to the cellar! Justin shares some harrowing stories about crossing the U.S./Canadian border and a dandy of a fight he once had in front of a comedy club that you won't want to miss. It is not all fisticuffs and pitfalls with the police though, Justin also delves into his s...

On this episode, Sarah and Rich share some drinks and stories with their close, personal, longtime, dear, good, friends, comedian/photographer Felicia Michaels and filmmaker Danny Gold. Felicia and Danny are a talented couple with some amazing irons in the fire, including Felicia's podcast, The Liars Club , and Danny's most recent documentary centered around the life of composer Charles Fox, Killi...

This week, Sarah and Rich welcome comedian and radio great, Frazer Smith to the program! Grab a drink and soak in a true legend, as Frazer discusses everything from his many iconic radio shows in L.A., performing for people who may not be prepared to actually take in a comedy show, and some truly hilarious stories from Frazer's many years in the business. It is an all-time episode with one of the...

On this first episode of 2023, Sarah and Rich share some Greek wine as they discuss the end of their 2022, moving in together, getting COVID together, and of course, the life and times of their beloved cat, Benny. Cozy up and enjoy this intimate first toast to the new year with your humble hosts. Cheers!

Grab a beverage and get your dancing shoes, because this week, Sarah and Rich welcome a close personal longtime dear good friend in Leo Lam to the cellar. Leo dishes on his amazing work as a dancer for Shania Twain, spirituality, Asian actors as leading men in Hollywood, and so much more! Cheers! You can follow Leo Lam on Instagram @itsLeoLam .

This week, Sarah and Rich welcome a comedy stalwart with legendary television credits to her name. This week's guest is the absolutely fantastic Jann Karam! Grab a drink and enjoy the story of how Jann was booked to play one of Jerry's girlfriends on Seinfeld and how she did an awesome scene on Curb Your Enthusiasm that never aired! You will also hear an incredible story about Larry David at a fun...

This week, Sarah and Rich sit down with film director, voice actor, and animator Sean Bishop! Sean shares some drinks and super fun stories from his career working on big studio animated shows and movies. You will also get to hear about how the game has really changed when it comes landing modern day voice work in Hollywood. Plus, Sean spills on the lovely tale of how he and his wife were meant to...

This week, Sarah and Rich welcome comedian, actor, and SiriusXM broadcaster, John Fugelsang to the basement for some socially conscious conversation and a little social drinking as well. John dishes on what it was like growing up in a super religious, yet liberal family, getting his start in comedy, and the fine line between having integrity and being a snob. Also, you seriously cannot miss the in...

On this episode, Sarah and Rich welcome an amazing multitasking genius for a beverage and a chat. It's the incredible Trish Suhr! As a comedian, designer, professional organizer, moving and relocation expert, and TV host, Trish has a plethora of tips, ideas, and stories on this jam packed (but quite tidy) edition of Drinking During Business Hours! Trish shares stories from her fascinating upbringi...

On this episode, Sarah Halstead is joined by co-host/comedian/fiancé Rich Chassler as they welcome talent agent extraordinaire, son of the jitterbug, and soccer fanatic, Danny Robinson of APA! Sit back with a glass and hear some great stories from Danny as he shares some incredible tales from within the industry. This one is an honest look at the "biz" within showbiz, so sit back, relax, and enjoy...

On this very special episode, Sarah finally gives in and welcomes comedian Rich Chassler to the show. It was the least Sarah could do since, you know, she and Rich did recently get engaged and all. On this episode, you will hear about how the two kept their relationship on the "down low" and how Rich popped the question. Also, get an excellent comedian to comedian chat about Lenny Bruce, comedy's...

This week, Sarah throws it back to a vintage episode of Drinking During Business Hours , with a conversation she had with actor John Pirruccello. Since this chat, John has had tremendous success in TV and film with roles in HBO's Barry and Godzilla vs. Kong, and Hulu's The Valet. John had some great stories to tell about working with the likes of Helen Mirren, David Lynch, and David Mamet. So sit...

This week we're airing a special best of edition featuring actor Chris O'Shea. This interview originally aired in June of 2018. Since this incredible chat, Chris has played the role of Andrew on the Netflix show You and he's currently on CW's Riverdale in the role of Percival Pickens. Cheers and enjoy!

This week, Sarah takes the show to a gorgeous outdoor setting and sits down with one of her most prolific guests yet, Jiaoying Summers! Not only is Jiaoying one of the hottest comics today, her story is incredibly inspiring, beautiful, and all told on this week's episode, with no punches pulled. So grab your favorite beverage and don't miss out!

This week, Sarah is sharing a beverage with actress Iris Almario and diving into her recent entry into the Walking Dead universe, her commitment to animal advocacy with WUFAW, and so much more! Follow Iris @irisalmario on Instagram and for more about her animal advocacy, visit www.wufaw.org.

On this episode of Drinking During Business Hours , Sarah welcomes New Jersey's Bad Boy, Mike Marino to the show! Sit back and grab a tasty beverage as Sarah and Mike discuss the many pitfalls for those looking to make it in L.A. compared to New York, Mike's incredible cigarette impersonation, and the lore behind his infamous moniker.