Keys Bartender Anti-maga Podcast

All things Christmas whether you like it or not. What is the true meaning of the day. Finally, don't get tocrazy with the themed drinks you might be wasting your time.

Jim goes all Clark Griswald on his house for Christmas. An experienced bartender can be misinformed and being open to correction is a strength. We wrap with celebrating accomplishments by family and friends, it's good for your soul.

Jim gets laid low by a seasonal illness over Thanksgiving. Several business owners speculate as to the lower-than-expected volume portents for the upcoming season.

Some knuckleheads in balaclavas do the ding-dong-ditch prank. Upon consideration it was rather innocent. Jim informs listeners the positives and negatives of the Airport options when visiting the Keys.

In today's episode we talk about unruly patrons whether they be dogs or patrons. Please share this episode with your friends and or leave a review on Spotify or iTunes. Note: Pictured here is Apollo Horan a 10-month-old Golden Doodle.

A Christmas tree lighting, a bathroom pass, a dead Turkey vulture, a grumpy assed bartender and flavored martinis are all topics for discussion.

A cool snap in the Florida Keys drives the crowds indoors. Yes, 65 degrees does it in South Florida. A couple patrons take freedom of speech to a dark place and don't understand when Jim informs them the Catch is not a public space. "I'm sorry the white nationalist club is somewhere else."

A couple comes into the Catch right before closing and they are ..... welcomed. People are decorating for Xmas earlier in Key Largo. Jim experiences some cognitive decline.

Jim answers the question he is most asked>

How hard is it to not drink as a Bartender? Can a non-drinker make tasty cocktails? What drinks should be stirred or shaken?

A slow weekend at the Catch allows Jim to catch up on some Football. The holiday season is an excellent time to do something for your community.

A flock of Law Enforcement personnel virtually c*ck blocks the Catch Restaurant on a Friday evening. How do cocktails get their names?

Jim goes into the reasoning behind drink pricing.

Jim has to make corrections from the previous episode. Is there a type Greeting Card that apologizes for a false death announcement? Maybe something like; "Heard you are alive."

Jim believes that while bartending theatrics can be entertaining, he prefers a focus on the actual drink production rather than showmanship. He also highlights bartenders whom he considers to be exceptional in their craft.

A patron's question prompts Jim to make sure he is in the right place.

A new Bar opens about 100 yards away and Jim thinks it will increase business. Jim is back at the Catch Restaurant for less than a week when he gets a strange phone call. A man accuses Jim of having a swingers Bar. First of all, its not, second what's wrong with a Swingers Bar?

After your candidate loses it is easy to become pessimistic, but it is your duty to be there for your family and friends.

Jim returns to his former position. Remember, the election is tomorrow, so cast your vote as though it matters to the women in your life whom you cherish. If you believe discussing politics on the Podcast is inappropriate, that's unfortunate; perhaps consider starting your own Podcast.

Money is not the only criteria for choosing a bartender/service position. Your job satisfaction, commute, job responsibilities, etc. should figure in to the decision. When a job offer comes in unsolicited Jim gets suspicious.

After meeting a mother and her daughter from Mississippi Jim realizes what he doesn't need to know.

Carefully organizing your bar workspace can simplify your job. By keeping your most commonly used items, such as spirits and mixers, within easy reach, you can accelerate production. Jim claims to possess a laid-back attitude, yet he prefers to complete chores promptly.

Jim's family receives some bad news. Everyone has bad news days, but it helps you if we keep it away from our work. We talk about compartmentalizing for our own well-being. Fantasy Fest wraps up in Key West.

Avoiding discussions of politics or religion in your venue, as well as the news, can help maintain a positive atmosphere. This applies to you as well. With our unparalleled access to both authentic and fabricated information, it's easy to adopt a negative view of life, which can lead to depression and anxiety. Therefore, it's vital to take moments to foster a positive outlook for your own well-bei...

Few individuals possess a truly accurate assessment of their own creativity. Individuals such as Jim often overestimate their capabilities. The challenge for entrepreneurs in establishing bars and restaurants lies in the misjudgment of potential customers' desires.