Michael Glenn

Tales from the Pub; A dram and chat with Mike

Society EN ↓ 72 episodes

A weekly chat with Mike from the Raven and Thistle Pub. Each podcast will start as if you just wandered into the pub, ordered up a dram or pint and started chatting with the those at in the bar. You never know who you’ll meet, or what you will be talking about. Where will the conversation lead? What topics will come up? … that’s the beauty of a visit to the pub, totally unexpected conversations, unpredictable topics, but a wonderful drink and feeling of connecting with your fellow pub-goers with some interesting discussion and the occasional rant

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Author

Michael Glenn

Category

Society

Podcast website

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Latest episode

Dec 3, 2023

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Episodes

M&M's...really? Is that really what's important? 29.01.2022

Even if you do not have a sweet tooth, there's more to the story here than a bowl of candy coated chocolates...Mike explains this and more, with a single malt selection thats fancied in France, and a French related uppity women story... Profitez

A Quick Trip to the Grocery 09.01.2022

What used to be a simple, routine, day to day activity has taken a bad turn...at least in Mike's mind, stop by to hear what's Mikes recent shopping trip was like.  An Uppity Women story that make most modern business MEN take a step back.

A few things on my mind 18.12.2021

Yes, it has been a few weeks, but Mike does have a few things on his mind, never shy about sharing, stop by to hear the latest.  A nod to a classic single malt and some Uppity Women from the Boston area.

Its the small things, right? 15.11.2021

Not one to shy away from a big decision, Mike is wondering how he got that point, how many small decisions do you have to make to get where you want to be?  Mike has a few thoughts on this.  A far northern Scottish whisky to enjoy and 15th century Uppity Woman story

Because it's There 30.10.2021

What you don't know about the worlds tallest mountain may surprise you...it sure surprised Mike and he's ready to share what he learned with you.  A mountainous Single Malt and a short story about an Uppity Woman we need of these days

I Don't Fucking Understand 17.10.2021

It's a strange world we live in these days, and Mike is trying to make sense of it all, and not doing too well.  Stop by to find out what's got Mike all dazed and confused. A taste of a Northeast Scottish coastal whisky and a story of the Uppity Women of Nicaragua... oh by they way, Mike's up on a NSFW soapbox...so...  

Poe for your problems? Yeah that's right, Edgar Allan 08.10.2021

In these dark and uncertain times, who can we look to as an example for sucess...at least in the long run?  Edgar Allan Poe may not be your first thought, but Mike thinks it should be, and he'll tell you why.  A super popular Single Malt from the northern highlands and an Uppity midwife story

Now this IS the greatest song... right? 29.09.2021

Mike is back on his musical soapbox.  He has found, arguably, the greatest song.  No dis-respect to Ms. Franklin, but this one wins, hands down.  A great Speyside whisky to pair with this great song, and a timely, pandemic related Uppity Woman story

Grab your handbasket...next stop ...Hell 17.09.2021

Nothing gets Mike more fired up than messing around with classic rock...And boy has Rolling Stone Magazine stepped in it this time.  Mike is definitely not happy, and he wants you know why

A History Lesson 12.09.2021

Winston Churchill said "History is written by the victors"... but being victorious may be a matter of perspective.  Why do they write what they do.  Mike takes a quick trip into some recent history on the anniversary of the World Trade Center Attack.  Enjoying a nice eastern highland whisky and a real American hero Uppity Women story

Coming out of the Closet!... the clothes closet 28.08.2021

So Mike is coming out of his closet...his clothes closet and its gonna be pretty empty by the time he's done. Stop by to hear all about it.  Mike's first ever single malt whisky, one that's near and dear to his heart and an Uplifting Uppity Women story from Europe.

This is one is called...un..ahh, damn...you know, right? 10.08.2021

Just in the middle of your best story ever...and you forget the word...you know it, you just can't say it.  Mike has a few things to say about this, because...uh...well..., ah...damn.  I'm sure it'll come back soon.  A blended single malt to try and one of the oldest Uppity Women tributes ever

What do you remember most? 01.08.2021

Remembering the past is much more than a strategy to avoid repeating mistakes... turns out there is some actual fucking science to this, and it caught  Mike's eye and he cannot wait to share it with you .  He has a very special and somewhat mysterious Scotch to tell you about and as it turns out a Scottish Uppity woman story as well.

Inventions... 16.07.2021

So when someone askes you .what are the greatest inventions of all time?  Do you have a quick answer or do you need to think about it for a while?  Mikes got his answer ready, and it is not what you think...  A whisky that is famous more for its Blends and a Law and Order version of Uppity Women... Welcome to the Pub!

American Pride... maybe not so much anymore 09.07.2021

Celebrating Americas birthday on July 4th is a time honored tradition, but what about those things that we really don't want to think about, much less celebrate.  Yes, we do have some ugly history to deal with...and Mikes got a take on one of these during this years holiday.  Another trip back to Islay for a strong single malt and a beer brewing uppity woman story

Can We Have a Simple Fucking Conversation? 25.06.2021

The art of conversation took a real nose dive during the pandemic...and that's bothering Mike a bit, stop by to hear his take on this social disaster.  Learn a wee bit about one of Scotland's oldest distilleries and a Shakespearean uppity woman...oh and a quick update on  on how busy the Pub has been since we opened and a new feature (we hope)

Gun Violence in the US... a sad fucking story 10.06.2021

Gun violence is not new, but it sure seems like it's a hellua lot worse recently.. and this has Mike up on a soapbox, grab a drink and  hear his take on this huge US problem.  A single malt whisky from one of Scotland most unique areas... and the best uppity woman story...ever!

Unidentified What?! 04.06.2021

UFOs are back in vogue, jump on Netflix and find some good, old fashioned Flying Saucer flicks, because they are real, or just really interesting, or really classified top-secret military shit.  In any case, grab a stool, and a drink and lets talk about these things...whatever they are.  UFOs go well with a nice highland whisky and two Uppity Women try to keep the peace.

Too Much Shit 27.05.2021

How much stuff is too much?  It sure seems like we have more than we need... or more than is good for us.  Mike's a bit worried about this and ready to share his thoughts...if you are ready to hear them.  A strong Islay whisky for as serious discussion and an Uppity woman from down under

Decisions, Decision 20.05.2021

You might be making a decision right now, do I listen to this podcast now or later?  Don't ask Mike for advise, he's having his own existential decision making crisis.  A not so common single malt and the uppity woman that everyone knows

Everyone's a critic 04.05.2021

Do you have opinion on something?  Are people asking for your opinion?, No?  well better keep it to yourself.  Todays chat about opinions and critics might just change your own opinion on the subject.  A far-north single malt and an Uppity Woman story as well

I'm tired.... really fucking tired 18.04.2021

Back in the pub after a week off, Mike is feeling tired... and not just the "I need a quick nap" tired, but he's really tired in a lot of ways.  How does everyone do it, day after dat, week after week?  Life and nature are constantly beating you down.  Mike seem to know what has him so damn tired...and maybe the cure?   Single malt whisky to start with and as always a shou...

Sheep, Dogs and Birds 01.04.2021

So what do sheep, dogs and birds all have in common?  Well at least in Mike's head it is not what you might think.  Stop by the Pub for a quick chat about this, oh and a less well know single malt.  Of course there's an Uppity Woman story too.

The History of Humans...or are Humans History? 25.03.2021

The earth is pretty fuckin old... 4.5 billion years, and scientists can look at layers of rock and ice and tell you when the dinosaurs die and then the ice age ended... now they are about to tell us when the "age of humans" began to impact poor old mother earth... and according to Mike it's not flattering. Join Mike for a few thoughts on this, a nice single malt from Perthshire and a very British...

What the Fuck are these Scientists Doing?! 19.03.2021

Some recent publications in the scientific literature have got Mike all wound up... and for good reason.  Where do ethics and morality create a hard stop for mad scientists?... apparently not here, join Mike for a slightly disturbing look at some recent "advances in Science. Oh and learn why Balvenie Scotch is so unique.  Of course an uplifting Uppity Women story to wrap up your visit to...

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