Bourbon with Brad

Brad and Deken unpack a week of big moves and bigger questions: they trade travel stories from the road, wrap up the final moments of the Olympics, and break down OpenAI’s latest Frontier Model announcement - what it means for capability, deployment, and competition. The conversation then turns to Anthropic’s escalating standoff with the Department of Defense and a brewing industry dispute as Anth...

This week on Better with Bourbon, we’re joined by curling expert and all‑around legend Jordan Paul for an episode that slides effortlessly from the Winter Olympics to the golf course to the latest shockwaves in AI. We break down with Jordan why curling is the most deceptively strategic sport on ice, what to watch for as the Winter Games heat up, and then we pivot to this week's golf headlines....

Part 2 of 2 - We’re joined by one of the most knowledgeable and battle‑tested voices in the NIL era — Eddie Edwards. Eddie’s career spans years as a corporate attorney, licensed NFLPA and NBPA contract advisor, and trusted representative for athletes competing at the highest levels. But his impact on today’s college sports landscape is even bigger. Eddie has worked hands‑on with NIL collectives ac...

We’re joined by one of the most knowledgeable and battle‑tested voices in the NIL era — Eddie Edwards. Eddie’s career spans years as a corporate attorney, licensed NFLPA and NBPA contract advisor, and trusted representative for athletes competing at the highest levels. But his impact on today’s college sports landscape is even bigger. Eddie has worked hands‑on with NIL collectives across the count...

Pour a glass and join the 'Better with Bourbon' crew for “Our 2026 Predictions” where we cut through the noise on AI infrastructure, why alcohol sales are slipping, and what that means for consumers and businesses. From stocks and crypto to market trends and the biggest sports storylines of 2026, we mix sharp analysis with bourbon‑soaked banter to help you spot opportunities ahead. We also...

A smooth first pour to kick off the show. Brad and Deken introduce themselves, share why they launched Better with Bourbon, and dive into this week's biggest headlines across finance, AI, and sports. They are joined by Dave Brocious, Managing Partner of Sky Point Crane, for a sharp conversation on building in high-stakes industries and his take on the stories of the week. Grab a glass of your...