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01:21:37

Season 6, Episode 25 - REMIX - Chris Walters, Creator...

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2025/06/21

In this REMIX Episode of The Bourbon Life Podcast, presented by Liquor Barn, Matt and Mark spend some time together hanging out with Chris Walters, Creator, of Nose Your Bourbon. This Episode originally aired on September 20, 2024 as Episode 241. They talk with Chris about how his passion for Bourbon and his desire to create a system for himself to understand nosing and tasting notes better led to the creation of Nose Your Bourbon, the importance of learning how to properly nose and taste Bourbon

49:55

The Whiskey Trip - Season 3, Episode 24 - Philip...

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2025/06/17

This week on The Whiskey Trip, Big Chief heads deep into the heart of Acadiana, where cypress trees whisper secrets and the whiskey runs as bold as the people who craft it. He sits down with Philip Mestayer, owner and distiller at Distillerie Acadian, a man on a mission to bottle the very soul of Louisiana. In the first half, they pour “Cajun’s Cut”—a cask strength, single barrel, four grain bourbon that hits with heat, heritage, and plenty of Southern pride. As they sip, Philip shares how his grain

01:29:38

Season 6, Episode 24: REMIX - Kyle Merklein, Master...

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2025/06/13

In this REMIX Episode of The Bourbon Life Podcast, Matt and Mark spend some time hanging out with Kyle Merklein, Master Distiller, from Holladay Distillery. This Episode originally aired on May 3, 2024 as Episode 221. The guys talk with Kyle about his educational background and experience, as well as growing up on a farm in Kansas, and how that led him to the world of whiskey and his current role as Master Distiller, the incredible history behind Holladay Distillery and how they have resurrected

01:08:16

The Whiskey Trip - Season 3, Episode 23 - Brandon...

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2025/06/10

This week on The Whiskey Trip, Big Chief pulls no punches as he sits down with the straight-shooting Brandon Carlton—the man behind Brewtally Honest Bourbon. A voice unafraid to call it like he tastes it, Brandon brings his raw enthusiasm and no-nonsense style to a tasting session that dives deep into the powerhouse that is the 1792 lineup. From the approachable sweetness of 1792 Small Batch, to the bold, unapologetic fire of Full Proof, and the structured depth of Bottled-in-Bond, these two

01:37:22

Season 6, Episode 23: Damon Thayer & Andre Regard,...

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2025/06/06

In this Episode of The Bourbon Life Podcast, Matt and Mark spend some time hanging out in The Bourbon Life Studios with Damon Thayer & Andre Regard, Co-Founders, of Kentucky Senator Bourbon. Damon and Andre were previously guests on Episodes 128 and 182. They talk with Damon and Andre about all of the exciting things that have been going on with Kentucky Senator Bourbon since their last appearance, including their most recent release, the 7.5 year old Senator John Edwards Bourbon, the numerous

55:53

The Whiskey Trip - Season 3, Episode 22 - Maximilian...

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2025/06/03

Big Chief heads into the whiskey-rich hills of Somerset, Pennsylvania, where coal dust memories and rye whiskey pride still echo through the mountains. He sits down with Maximilian Merrill, owner of Ponfeigh Distillery, a man reviving the bold legacy of Monongahela Rye, one barrel at a time. With roots tracing back to the Ponfeigh Smokeless Coal Company and a family hunting cabin where rye once flowed freely, Maximilian shares the story behind the name, the heritage, and the craft that fuels

01:29:18

Season 6, Episode 22: The Bourbon Life Crew -...

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2025/05/29

In this Episode of The Bourbon Life Podcast, the Bourbon Life Crew (minus Chad) spend some time hanging out together in The Bourbon Life enjoying some great conversation and some great pours. The Crew kicks things off with Bourbon Life Jeopardy, inspired by Philip’s idea to turn a love of trivia into a spirited game. From there, they dive into three big topics: the grand opening of the new RD1 Distillery and Visitor Experience in Lexington and what it means for the local bourbon scene, a preview

01:02:27

The Whiskey Trip - Season 3, Episode 21 - Bill...

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2025/05/27

This week on The Whiskey Trip, Big Chief barrels into Northern Kentucky—a land where whiskey history runs thicker than molasses and the ghosts of rectifiers past still linger in the mash. He sits down with Bill Whitlow of Wenzel Whiskey, housed in a restored 1873 brick beauty that’s equal parts heritage and hustle. Together, they toast to the long-overlooked rectifiers—those scrappy, bootleg-era blenders who kept the whiskey flowing when times were rough and barrels were rougher. First up: Wenzel’s

01:34:01

Season 6, Episode 21: REMIX - Robert Likarish,...

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2025/05/23

In this REMIX Episode of The Bourbon Life Podcast, Matt and Mark spend some time hanging out with Robert Likarish, Founder, Jonathan Likarish, Master Distiller & Blender, and Marcia Likarish, the Mother of Texas Whiskey, of Ironroot Republic Distillery. This Episode origianlly aired on December 6, 2024 as Episode 252. The guys talk with Robert, Jonathan, and Marcia about their respective backgrounds and how a collective family decision led them into the wonderful world of whiskey, all of the

01:03:57

The Whiskey Trip - Season 3, Episode 20 - Kendra...

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2025/05/20

This week on The Whiskey Trip, Big Chief heads to one of the most cherished stops on his whiskey journey—Leiper’s Fork Distillery—a place where friendship has aged into family and the spirits are as bold as the stories behind them. He sits down with the powerhouse herself, Kendra Anderson, the head distiller whose path began behind the bar mixing cocktails and now leads the charge in the stillhouse. Her rise from mash cook to master of the barrel is a testament to grit, passion, and unshakable

01:16:31

The Whiskey Trip - Season 3, Episode 19 - A Tribute...

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2025/05/13

This week on The Whiskey Trip, Big Chief takes the backseat and lets the Bottled-in-Bond Professor himself, Bernie Lubbers, steer us through a masterclass in American whiskey history. Known for his relentless advocacy, storytelling talent, and undying love for the Bottled-in-Bond Act of 1897, Bernie has been the face of bonded whiskey for decades—especially with iconic brands like Henry McKenna 10-Year and Evan Williams Bottled in Bond. As Bernie takes a step back as National Brand Ambassador for

01:17:40

Season 6, Episode 19: REMIX - Juliet Schmalz, CEO &...

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2025/05/09

In this Episode of The Bourbon Life Podcast, Matt and Mark spend some time hanging out in The Bourbon Life Studios with Juliet Schmalz, CEO & Founder, of Fortune’s Fool Whiskey. The guys talk with Juliet about her decision to leave her career as an anesthesiologist to pursue a career and launch a new brand in the whiskey industry, the creation of the brand and the challenges that she has faced since starting Fortune’s Fool, as well as what the future looks like for her and Fortune’s Fool Whiskey.

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The Whiskey Trip - Season 3, Episode 18 - Big Chief...

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2025/05/06

This week on The Whiskey Trip, Big Chief takes us deep into the heart of Texas—the Hill Country—where dusty wind runs in the blood, and memories ride tall in the saddle. He’s joined by none other than his little brother, Mitch Grey—known to many as Little Feather. Together, they ride back through time, sharing stories of their rural upbringing, their military service, and the unbreakable bond only forged through hard years and harder lessons. As the wind whistles through mesquite and cedar, Little

01:26:00

Season 6, Episode 18 - REMIX - Matt Cunningham,...

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2025/05/02

In this REMIX Episode of The Bourbon Life Podcast, Matt and Mark spend some time hanging out with Matt Cunningham, Founder, of Old Glory Distilling Co. from Clarksville, Tennessee. This Episode originally aired as Episode 235 in August 2024. We talk with Matt about his background and how he transitioned from studying finance in college to becoming a firefighter in Clarksville to becoming the Founder of Old Glory, the decision to wait until Old Glory had its own mature distillate to release their

01:02:55

The Whiskey Trip - Season 3, Episode 17 - Jerry...

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2025/04/29

This week on The Whiskey Trip, Big Chief plants his boots firmly in Atlanta, Georgia — a city that has tasted fire, risen from ruin, and come back stronger every time. He sits down with Jerry McCall from ASW Distillery, a man whose passion for whiskey burns as hot as the city’s fighting spirit. Together, they dive deep into the raw, unvarnished story of Georgia distilling — a story born from hardship and rebellion. They honor the rugged moonshiners who were pushed into the wild foothills of the

01:17:58

Season 6, Episode 17: The Bourbon Life Crew -...

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2025/04/25

In this Episode of The Bourbon Life Podcast, The Bourbon Life Crew spends some time hanging out together in The Bourbon Life Studios sharing some great pours and even better conversation. They talk about the recent news regarding the closure of Garrard County Distilling Co. and whether that is an indicator of the current Bourbon market overall, the recent flooding in Kentucky and the impact that it had on Buffalo Trace Distillery, and whether we’re starting to see more allocated bottles are

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The Whiskey Trip - Season 3, Episode 16 - Matt Greif,...

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2025/04/22

This week on The Whiskey Trip, Big Chief rolls into the beating heart of the South—Atlanta, Georgia—where whiskey meets modern art in a way you’ve never seen before. He sits down with Matt Greif, the visionary Head Distiller at Distillery of Modern Art, a place where creativity flows as freely as the spirits. It’s not just a distillery—it’s an immersive experience. Picture this: a contemporary art gallery that champions local talent, wrapped in the aroma of oak barrels and filled with the hum of

01:28:45

Season 6, Episode 16: REMIX - Zach Johnston, Chief...

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2025/04/18

In this REMIX Episode of The Bourbon Life Podcast, Matt and Mark spend some time hanging out with Zach Johnston, Chief Brand Officer and Senior V.P. of International Sales, for Blackwood Distilling Co. in Versailles, Kentucky. This Episode originally aired on April 12, 2024 as Episode 218. The guys talk with Zach about his incredible background that saw him living in multiple countries over an extended period and working in the spirits industry in multiple roles, including an incredible stint most

51:48

The Whiskey Trip - Season 3, Episode 15 - Pete...

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2025/04/15

This week on The Whiskey Trip, Big Chief rolls into Statesville, North Carolina—a city once hailed as the “liquor capital of the world”, where whiskey-making wasn’t just a trade, it was the lifeblood of the region. He heads to Southern Distilling Company, where that spirit of craftsmanship and community is alive and well. There, he sits down with founder and owner Pete Barger, a visionary reviving Statesville’s legacy sip by sip. With a rocks glass of their rich wheated bourbon in hand, Big Chief

01:27:06

Season 6, Episode 15: REMIX - Owen Martin, Master...

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2025/04/11

In this REMIX Episode of The Bourbon Life Podcast, presented by Liquor Barn, Matt and Mark spend some time hanging out in The Bourbon Life Studios with Owen Martin, Master Distiller, from Angel’s Envy. This Episode originally aired as Episode 233 on July 26, 2024. The guys talk with Owen about his impressive background and education, which included a stint in Scotland for a degree in brewing and distilling, his move from Stranahan’s in Colorado to Angel’s Envy to become its first Master Distiller

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