Two Guys On A Porch

We live in a distracted, disjointed world. Our phones are always within reach, the next scroll is always waiting, and one commonly cited study puts the average attention span on a screen task at just 47 seconds. So what exactly is happening to our ability to pay attention? Jason and Bradford pour Peerless Toasted Bourbon and a Yellowstone Single Barrel, light up a remarkable Byron Reserva cigar, a...

Who are the men in your life who would show up when it really matters?  Share this episode with them now! Jason and Bradford open Season Three of Two Guys On A Porch with a question that sounds a little morbid—but gets straight to the heart of friendship: Who will carry your casket? Not just who knows you. Not just who grabs a drink with you. Who knows you well enough to tell you the truth, ask th...

What happens when a brand believes the things we use should carry stories, not just wear out? Jason and Bradford take Two Guys On A Porch on the road for a field-trip edition from the brand-new Ball and Buck flagship store in Nashville, Tennessee, with founder Mark Bollman IV. Ball and Buck is built around a simple idea: make things well enough that they become part of your story. Heirloom-grade c...

Blanton’s may be one of the most recognizable bottles in bourbon—but for Jason, it’s more than that. It’s still the “plumb line” he uses to measure just about everything else.   On this Porch Picks from Two Guys On a Porch,  Bradford comes back from the Kentucky Bourbon Trail with stories from Buffalo Trace Distillery, some surprisingly reasonable gift-shop prices, and one long-overdue gift for Ja...

Jason and Bradford settle back to the porch and continuing conversation with pastor and author Scott Sauls in this episode of Two Guys On A Porch. They explore New Riff, E.H. Taylor Small Batch, and Van Winkle 13-Year Rye. midlife, friendship, contentment, faith, and what happens when life does not go according to plan. The conversation moves from divorce, disappointment, and letting go of control...

Ep. 58  Inside Winston Churchill's Favorite London Shop  On this episode of Porch Picks from Two Guys On A Porch, Jason shares a highlight from a recent family trip to London—a visit to the legendary James J. Fox, one of the world's oldest tobacconists and a favorite destination of Sir Winston Churchill. Join Jason and Bradford as they explore the history of this iconic London landmark, Churchill'...

Can a pastor enjoy bourbon? It's a question that surprises some people—and it opens the door to a much bigger conversation. In this episode of Two Guys on a Porch, Jason and Bradford welcome pastor, author, and friend Scott Sauls to the porch over a pour of award-winning New Riff Bourbon. What begins as a conversation about bourbon and Christian freedom quickly turns into an honest discussion abou...

Ep. 56 - 🇺🇸 America at 250…and A Bourbon Older Than WWII  On this special Independence Day edition of Two Guys On A Porch, Jason and Bradford celebrate America's 250th Anniversary by exploring the ideas, freedoms, friendships, and disagreements that have shaped our nation since 1776. From memories of the Bicentennial celebrations of 1976 to reflections on civility, personal freedom, differences, a...

Ep. 55 - South Africa vs Kentucky: The Corn Whiskey Battle Nobody Saw Coming Most bourbon lovers have heard of Mellow Corn. But what happens when a Kentucky cult favorite goes head-to-head with a whiskey hand-carried home from a South African safari? In this quick Porch Picks episode from Two Guys On A Porch, Jason and Bradford compare two very different takes on corn whiskey: the classic, Bottled...

Ep. 54 -  Porch Picks |  Don’t Be Fooled By The Willet Purple Top Jason thought he found the bourbon deal of the year when he spotted a Willett Purple Top sitting on a store shelf. But a closer look revealed a surprising twist. In this Porch Pick, Jason and Bradford compare a young 4-year Willett rye against a mature 10-year Willett rye to see exactly what barrel aging contributes to flavor, compl...

Can passion become a profession? And if it does… does it actually make life better? Today on Two Guys On A Porch, Jason and Bradford welcome back outdoorsman and guide Chris Nischan for a conversation about work, calling, money, contentment, and the quiet pressure men feel to measure themselves by titles, success, and income. Pouring Russell’s Reserve 15 Year alongside Wild Turkey Master’s Keep Tr...

Jason and Bradford gather back on the porch for a Memorial Day episode centered on honor, sacrifice, and the complicated reality of sending young men and women into harm’s way. As the guys raise a glass, they pause to remember those who gave their lives in service to this country — and to honor the men and women currently serving around the world today.  The conversation becomes deeply personal as...

What happens when you put a world-class outdoorsman, a signed bottle of Russell's Reserve 15 Year, two porch philosophers, and a couple cigars together? You get one heck of a conversation. On Part 1 of this special two-part episode of Two Guys On A Porch, Jason and Bradford welcome back repeat guest and longtime friend Chris Nischan — legendary hunting and fishing guide, former host of Tennessee’s...

Today… we’re talking Chicken Cock. And before you click away—just know: the name may be ridiculous… but the whiskey isn’t. We picked up these bottles at the Kentucky Bourbon Festival, and what started as a joke turned into a legit surprise:  From a 130 proof Cask Reserve that hits fast and disappears just as quick… to a Miller’s Reserve blend that might just earn a permanent spot on your shelf—we...

What does it actually cost a man to be vulnerable — and is it worth it? In this candid continuation of the conversation with Nashville therapist Steve Jackson, Jason and Bradford go deep on what men are really carrying, why so few of them ever put it down, and what it looks like when they finally do. Steve unpacks the quiet crisis playing out in men's lives today — from the isolating grip of scree...

Ep. 47 - More Than Smoke & Bourbon: What We’re Really Building on the Porch   Every good place has a beginning. For Mission Cigar and Social, it started with an idea from Monty Collins—create a space where people could slow down, sit for a while, and enjoy a cigar. Simple enough. But like most things that matter, it became more than that. What Monty built isn’t just a cigar lounge. It’s a plac...

This episode is anchored in one of the South’s most iconic towns—Franklin, Tennessee—where history, hospitality, and a damn good pour all collide. Jason and Bradford sit down with Monty Collins of Mission Cigar and Social, now firmly planted just off the historic downtown square. If you’re visiting Franklin—and you should be—this is where you land. While the shops, restaurants, and charm pull peop...

  In a culture that celebrates speed, this episode of Two Guys on a Porch leans into something different—the art of slow living. Jason and Bradford settle into the rhythm of the porch with two exceptional pours: Blanton’s Gold Edition Bourbon and Blanton’s Original Single Barrel Bourbon. Both bourbons come from the legendary Buffalo Trace Distillery and share the same single-barrel DNA that made B...

On this episode of Two Guys On a Porch, Jason and Bradford settle back where they belong—warming on the porch—and step squarely into the crooked, uncomfortable, and often explosive topic of gerrymandering with honesty, humor, and a couple of historic pours. In the glasses: Jefferson’s Marianne McLain Bourbon, a modern expression tied to Jefferson’s long tradition of experimentation and independenc...

In this Happy New Year 2026 Edition, Jason and Bradford pour two bourbons that have stood the test of time. Evan Williams, smooth, approachable, and proudly Kentucky-born, represents consistency—the kind of bottle that’s always been on the shelf and never lets you down. Old Grand-Dad, bolder and a little spicier, brings a nod to heritage and grit, a reminder that tradition doesn’t have to be quiet...

Ep. 42 – Men: Community Needed! An Afternoon with Willett, Wild Turkey Triumph, WhistlePig & Dave Schroeder Episode Description: In this episode of Two Guys On A Porch, Jason and Bradford are joined by longtime friend and special guest Dave Schroeder, who has spent the last 20 years in Christian publishing working alongside influential voices like Max Lucadoand John Eldredge. Together, they wr...

In this Porch Pick Edition, Jason and Bradford's break down one of the season’s biggest questions: What bottle should you give… and what should you bring? Whether you’re headed to a holiday party, a buddy’s porch, or a family gathering, Jason and Bradford walk you through foolproof bourbon and whiskey gift ideas at every price point. They explore three simple categories—Inexpensive, Mid-Priced, an...

Ep. 39 - Pappy & Jack plus 24 Hours of Daytona: Lanny Hester’s Drive for Purpose   On this episode of Two Guys On A Porch, Jason and Bradford welcome Dave Schroeder, a longtime Christian publishing veteran who’s worked with authors like Max Lucado and John Eldredge. They dive into the importance of community for men, exploring how to build friendships intentionally, why being part of a support...

On this blind tasting Porch Picks episode of Two Guys On A Porch, Jason and Bradford take on the wild world of Wild Turkey—without knowing what’s in their glass. With senses sharpened and labels hidden, they explore three notable expressions from this iconic Kentucky brand: the refined and oak-kissed Longbranch, the bold Rare Breed (even teasing the barrel proof legend), and the richly matured Wil...

Ep. 39 - Pappy & Jack plus 24 Hours of Daytona: Lanny Hester’s Drive for Purpose   In this second installment of our two-part conversation with renowned story-teller and entrepreneur Lanny Hester, we keep the good times rolling—pouring more Jack Daniels Bonded, savoring a fine Pappy 12-Year, and lighting up a couple of Padrón cigars—the kind of comforts that pair well with big stories. Lanny d...