The Life of Luxe Podcast

On this episode of the Life of Luxe Podcast, Ben and Joel interview Michael Cimarusti, chef and co-owner of Providence and Connie & Ted’s in Los Angeles.  Providence just celebrated 20 years in business and they were one of two LA Restaurants to get three Michelin stars in 2025.  providencela.com On this episode: None of this would mean anything without my family to celebrate with Food is a re...

On this episode of the Life of Luxe Podcast, Ben and Joel interview Michael Cimarusti, chef and co-owner of Providence and Connie & Ted’s in Los Angeles.  Providence just celebrated 20 years in business and they were one of two LA Restaurants to get three Michelin stars in 2025.  https://providencela.com/ On this episode: Italian honey bees Picking Barrels with Freddie Johnson Michael’s Go to...

On this episode of the Life of Luxe Podcast, Ben and Joel interview Zac Joseph, President and Owner of Old Commonwealth Distillery.  https://oldcommonwealth.com/ On this Episode: Was this a curated plan? When did you decide to do your own thing? Younger Whiskey Drinkers Make the buying experience fun How do you make Allocated Whiskey more Accessible? Helping other Entrepreneurs  Not using original...

On this episode of the Life of Luxe Podcast, Ben and Joel interview Zac Joseph, President and Owner of Old Commonwealth Distillery.  https://oldcommonwealth.com/ On This Episode: Joel’s favorite biscuits Good looking things for Ben’s new whiskey room More Ruthless on Luxe or Sux Drinking before Noon Pablo made a deal with the Devil We love fun stuff Did you buy every Rare Pink in Kentucky? Joel fo...

On this episode of the Life of Luxe Podcast, Joel and Ben just talk.  No notes, no plan, no problem.  Let's see what they have to say! Follow us on Social Media - @lifeofluxe For Merch and Business Inquiries visit - www.lifeofluxela.com

A not so Luxe Lite where Ben and Joel discuss their favorite pours of the year.  Listen to hear what the guys picked.   Follow us on Social Media - @lifeofluxe For Merch and Business Inquiries visit - www.lifeofluxela.com

Ben and Joel participate in the social media trend, This or That.  On this Luxe Lite the guys will decide between Unicorn Bourbons.  Are they crazy? Do you agree? Or strongly disagree?? See what they choose and let us know what you think. Follow us on Social Media - @lifeofluxe For Merch and Business Inquiries visit - www.lifeofluxela.com

Ben and Joel participate in the social media trend, This or That.  On this Luxe Lite the guys will decide between everyday bourbons.  Are they crazy? Do you agree? Or strongly disagree?? See what they choose and let us know what you think. Follow us on Social Media - @lifeofluxe For Merch and Business Inquiries visit - www.lifeofluxela.com

Ben and Joel participate in the social media trend, This or That.  On this Luxe Lite the guys will decide between Classic Cocktails.  Are they crazy? Do you agree? Or strongly disagree?? See what they choose and let us know what you think. Follow us on Social Media - @lifeofluxe For Merch and Business Inquiries visit - www.lifeofluxela.com

A not so Luxe Lite listen about Ben and Joel's favorite wines to pair with an American tradition: Thanksgiving. On the menu: Joel Pinot Noir Picks Flowers Failla Sea Smoke Paul Hobbs Joseph Phelps HdV Ygnacia Cyrus Ben Pinot Noir Picks Gary Ferrell  Gap’s Crown Vineyard Bergstrom Gregory Ranch  Brittan Vineyards Basalt Block  Lutum Sanford & Benedict Etude Fiddlestix   SPLURGE - Antica Te...

Part Two of our two-part episode catching up with Ben and Joel and the guys talk all things Rye Whiskey. On this Episode: - Rye Whiskey is Joel's favorite whiskey in the world, and also his least favorite. - It all started with Candy Crush - With a little air in it, I love it now - Say no a lot - The latest LoL Release - Brook Hill Rye - Rye gets better with age - Are the best Ryes from India...

Part One of our two-part episode catching up with Ben and Joel and the guys talk all things Rye Whiskey. On this Episode: - Joel is starting to out price Ben - Busy with Life and Joel Moved. - Ben was sad to see Joel go - Joel is a cowboy now  - Cowgirl vs. Cowboy steak - Another not so quick Rapid Fire with Joel - slide into the DM’s, Joel is looking for a friend - when you say yes to something y...

Part Two of our two-part get to know Ben and Joel episodes. On this episode: Chocolate chips on the outside Have you seen food prices lately? Life of Luxe? Douche. Ben hates small talk  Silly questions 100 Grand is an underrated candy Joel can’t get into cheese curds Luxe or Sux Listener Questions Joel’s other personality Leave your shoes on! Let’s make Whiskey fun again Rating Ben’s Whiskey trade...

Part One of our two-part get to know Ben and Joel episodes. On this episode: How Ben played in the new Life of Luxe golf hat An update on Joel’s golf game Genius’ pick green Dumb and Dumber doesn’t hold up It all started with Dewer’s White Label Joel’s first bourbon was a unicorn Ben and Joel’s Crazy Willett connection We have cool wives First impressions and crazy liquor store prices Pillaging th...

Part Two of our two-part interview with Actor, Investor, Podcaster and Co-Founder of Palm Republic Rum, Eric Winter. On this episode: Eric’s latest venture: Palm Republic Rum Rum is everything to Latin America Rum that tastes like Bourbon Beautiful Art Deco bottles Joel is NOT a rum drinker The Silver is not too sweet, great balance This is going to replace Tequila for Ben Rum is a lifestyle Punch...

Part One of our two-part interview with Actor, Investor, Podcaster and Co-Founder of Palm Republic Rum, Eric Winter. On This Episode: Bocce ball tournament’s at Mario Lopez’s house The Success of “The Rookie” on ABC Michael Bay worthy action sequences Eric’s indirect path to acting Never ask out an extra Eric’s first big break  A Musical Cop Show with Hugh Jackman One step away from being a Fire F...

While we are on hiatus preparing for season 2,  we decided to share some unreleased recordings from our practice runs before the Podcast launched.  Enjoy! On this episode: Joel is NOT an influencer The Draw (Get to know Ben and Joel) Not so Rapid Fire Answers Airing of Grievances Nothing better than Late Night In-n-Out  Follow us on Social Media - @lifeofluxe For Merch and Business Inquiries visit...

While we are on hiatus preparing for season 2,  we decided to share some unreleased recordings from our practice runs before the Podcast launched.  Enjoy! On this episode:  Plush Picks Joel’s Tampa finds When to crack bottles Pandemic Picks for Joel Blind wine tasting On the menu:  Willett Family Estate - Life of Luxe/Corona Cigar Co. 8yr (Barrel no. 2120) 124.6 proof Follow us on Social Media - @...

While we are on hiatus preparing for season 2,  we decided to share some unreleased recordings from our practice runs before the Podcast launched.  Enjoy! On this episode: What is Luxe to us? The inaugural 'Luxe or Sux' Get to know Ben and Joel On the menu: Weller 12 Willett Wheated 8yr Bourbon Follow us on Social Media - @lifeofluxe For Merch and Business Inquiries visit - www.lifeoflux...

Wrapping up an incredible first season of the Life of Luxe Podcast and all the 2023 Life of Luxe events.  No breaks, all talk, only slightly edited. On this episode: Season 1 wrap up Ben calls Joel out Bordeaux with Bolognese?  Don’t steal from Life of Luxe Events Ben and Joel’s favorite pours of the Season Joel’s confession (Breaking News!!) Crushing the stash during Covid Joel’s never going to s...

An interview with Staves & Grain Co-Founders, James and Eric. In this episode: An expensive day for Uncle Sunny Life of Luxe 10th Anniversary Event Ben may never financially recover from this event Pablo’s Crazy Pours from the Old Lightning Pop-up Shop Staves and Grain Experimental Series with Life of Luxe First time Joel has picked a finish whiskey Joel’s recipe (50/50 blend of these picks) B...

Some last minute shopping recommendations for that special someone. Bourbon $25-$35 Buffalo Trace Bourbon $40-$80 Willett Family (Noah’s Mill, Rowan’s Creek, Johnny Drum, Old Bardstown, Willett Rye, etc.) Bourbon over $100 Rare Character Fortuna Rare Character Fortuna Barrel Proof Wine $35-$50 BV Tapestry Wine $50-$100 Laurent Perrier Brut Rose   Chateau La Lagune Bordeaux HDV Chardonnay Wine over...

A two-part interview with MotorTrend Senior Features Editor, TV and Podcast Host and Super Cool dude, Jonny Lieberman.  In this episode:  Jonny’s first gig at MotorTrend If I can’t do it, let’s figure it out now Jonny’s process for testing and reviewing It’s literally NOT rocket science  A Prius is not a Bugatti  Make it interesting Getting reviews wrong My wife vomited in an Aston Martin Ford GT...

A two-part interview with MotorTrend Senior Features Editor, TV and Podcast Host and Super Cool dude, Jonny Lieberman.  In this episode: What is Cynar? Jonny is remote The difference in  Blanton’s bottles Joel is soft and sweet - like his picks Jonny’s weight loss journey No one cheats once Fitness while traveling with Will Vargas The Lido Deck with Drew Stoddard Quality Shizz How Jonny and Joel m...

A preview of the upcoming two-part interview with MotorTrend’s Senior Features Editor, TV and Podcast Host and Super Cool dude, Jonny Lieberman. The Draw What does Luxe mean to you? What is a Luxe gift for the car lover? What is a question you wished people would ask you? Why no “h” in Jonny? What do you wish you would have known about this industry? Follow us on Social Media - @lifeofluxe For Mer...