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Whiskey Morgue Podcast

Welcome to Whiskey Morgue Podcast, where Mike pours his favorite whiskeys and dissects the horror genre that shapes us. Join him as he sits down with captivating guests from the entertainment and spirits industries, exploring the pairing of whiskey and horror, along with the creative processes that bring these worlds to life. Whether you’re a horror aficionado or a spirits enthusiast, you’ll find yourself right at home conjuring spirits in the Whiskey Morgue.

tv & film film interviews

All Episodes

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Episode 20 - Find Familiar Spirits with Justin Ware

Whiskey Morgue Podcast ·

2025/11/14

This week on The Whiskey Morgue Podcast, I sit down with Justin Ware — producer and co-founder of Find Familiar Spirits, the creative force behind the fantasy-inspired Quest’s End and the hauntingly immersive Macabre Spirits.We dive into how Justin and Matthew Lillard built entire worlds around their whiskies, blending storytelling, art, and community into every bottle. From the origins of Dawn of the Unbound Gods to collaborations with horror-rockers Ice Nine Kills, we also explore how fandom

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56:00

Episode 19 - Sips and Treats with Whiskey Mutant |...

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2025/10/29

This week, I’m joined by my friend Eric, the Whiskey Mutant for our first ever Halloween special as we dive mask-first into Halloween III: Season of the Witch — the black sheep of the franchise that ditched Michael for Celtic curses, killer masks, and pure 80s weirdness.Join us, as we pair Halloween treats with whiskey and get as unhinged as frisky Tom Atkins with a six-pack and a theory. Happy Halloween! Follow: @whiskeymutant Subscribe to: Whiskey Morgue YouTube Follow:

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83:38

Episode 18 - United States of Bourbon

Whiskey Morgue Podcast ·

2025/10/10

This week, Mike shares a few pours with The United States of Bourbon —Mitch Gerads (Eisner Award–winning DC Comics artist), Brandon Boone (World Soundtrack Award–winning composer), and Graham Rowat (actor and acclaimed narrator). They do a deep dive into how art, music, and storytelling collide over a good pour. They share how the series came to life through their shared roots in the NoSleep Podcast community, the creative freedom that comes from collaboration, and the distilleries that left a

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Episode 17 - Producer & Director, Steven LaMorte

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2025/09/26

In this episode, Mike sits down with award-winning filmmaker Steven LaMorte to talk about his horror parodies The Mean One and Screamboat, starring David Howard Thornton.With a few epic pours of Heaven Hill Distillery in hand, they dive into Steven’s early storytelling roots, his jump from working with Sony and WWE into horror, and how he balances camp, gore, and humor on screen. They also dig into the “party watch” appeal of his films, the value of practical effects, and the twisted fun of giving

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114:58

Episode 16 - Chris Dudley of Underoath

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2025/09/11

Season 2 of The Whiskey Morgue Podcast kicks off with Chris Dudley of Underoath! We talk about the band’s Three Chord bourbon release, the making of their new album The Place After This One, and how recording in a cottage brought them back to their roots. Chris also dives into his passion for film scoring, from his work on Plastic Men to the movies that inspire him, plus we trade thoughts on some of our recent horror watches. Check out: @chrisunderoath and: @underoath Subscribe to: Whiskey

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45:39

Episode 15 - Zack Lovitz of Terror Racks Video

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2025/06/28

On this episode, I’m joined by my super pal Zack from Terror Racks Video to dissect the glorious mess that is Jason Goes to Hell.We dive into everything from the legal tangle that kept “Friday the 13th” off the title, to Jason’s supernatural body-hopping side quest that split fans harder than a pole through a camper. We show some love to the tense, trap-filled opening, and debate whether Creighton Duke is an unsung horror icon or just plain bizarre. Zack, our resident Youngstown expert, tries to

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49:18

Episode 14, Part 2 - Producer & Director, Jamie Root

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2025/06/04

In Part II of this episode, I’m joined by director and cinematographer Jamie Root of JFR Media, whose horror credits include Terrifier 2 & 3, STREAM, and Screamboat. We dive into Jamie’s path through the genre, the organized chaos of working with blood, prosthetics, and passionate creatives, and the unique challenges of being a steady hand behind the camera when things get wild.Jamie shares behind-the-scenes stories from Terrifier, including working with David Howard Thornton (Art the Clown),

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50:03

Episode 14, Part 1 - Producer & Director, Jamie Root

Whiskey Morgue Podcast ·

2025/05/29

In Part I of this episode, I’m joined by director and cinematographer Jamie Root of JFR Media, whose horror credits include Terrifier 2 & 3, STREAM, and Screamboat. We dive into Jamie’s path through the genre, the organized chaos of working with blood, prosthetics, and passionate creatives, and the unique challenges of being a steady hand behind the camera when things get wild.Jamie shares behind-the-scenes stories from Terrifier, including working with David Howard Thornton (Art the Clown),

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55:56

Episode 13 - Boos, Brews, & BBQ

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2025/05/15

On this episode, I hang out with the gents from Boos Brews and BBQ, a thrilling new TV series that explores haunted histories and smoky flavors across America. Hosted by Barry Kerch (Shinedown), Ty Sherrell (BBQ guru), and John Guarnieri (Spear Talk podcast), each episode takes viewers to a new city where they dive into local BBQ traditions, investigate eerie legends, and sometimes get surprise visits from horror icons like Lee Waddell (Ghostface) or James Jude Courtney (Michael Myers).The guys

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58:00

Episode 12 - Jaz' Weaver, National Brand Ambassador...

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2025/05/02

On this episode, I’m joined by Jaz'min Weaver, National Brand Ambassador for Bardstown Bourbon Company. She shares her journey from crafting cocktail menus and working in hospitality in Metro Detroit to moving to Kentucky, falling down the bourbon rabbit hole, and joining Bardstown.We discuss the formative movies that ignited her love for horror and all things spooky, including her affinity for werewolf films. Jaz' also talks about how her passion for the strange and unusual led her to various

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Episode 11 - Lee Waddell - The Original Ghostface

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2025/04/17

On this episode I share a few drinks with the original Ghostface from Scream 1 and 2, Lee Waddell. Lee shares the story of how he broke into the stunt business, kicking off an illustrious career that’s seen him work with legends like Spielberg, Burton, Bay — and of course, Wes Craven. Wes kept Lee on speed dial, and the two collaborated on multiple projects for over a decade. We dive into the making of that unforgettable opening scene with Drew Barrymore, and how Lee ended up killing one of

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55:23

Episode 10 - Master Blender Nic Christiansen of...

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2025/04/03

On this episode, I dive into all things Barrell with Master Blender Nic Christiansen. Nic shares her journey before joining Barrell, honing her skills as Beverage Director at the renowned Butchertown Grocery. She discusses how managing an extensive whiskey program and crafting cocktails prepared her for her dream job—creating innovative whiskey blends.Nic takes me through a tasting of Batch 36 and the newest release, Barrell Foundation Double Barrel, breaking down the science, creativity, and

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01:03:30

Episode 9 - Puppet Master and Snack Pairings with...

Whiskey Morgue Podcast ·

2025/03/20

In this episode, I sit down with my guy, Eric the Whiskey Mutant. We take a trip down memory lane to the video store and pick out one of our favourite movies growing up, Puppet Master. We discuss the cover art and posters that drew us to the film and then of course have some fun discussing the film itself. Turns out it’s not quite as we remembered. Eric guides me through an epic Whiskey Mutant tasting by pairing some of our favourite bottles with nostalgic movie snacks. We start savoury, pairing

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01:32:14

Episode 8 - Ben Scrivens of Fright-Rags

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2025/02/27

In this episode, I catch up with my longtime friend, Ben Scrivens, CEO of Fright-Rags Horror Apparel. We recap some highlights after finally reuniting at Frightmare in the Falls this past October. Ben shares epic stories from nearly two decades of attending conventions, including hanging with George Romero and drinking bourbon in a hotel lobby with Sam Raimi.Ben also pulls back the curtain on the struggles and legalities of getting franchise designs from concept to t-shirt, while revealing

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01:29:30

Episode 7 - Russ Flynn of X Ambassadors

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2025/02/06

This week, I sit down for a drink with Russ Flynn, guitarist and bassist of X Ambassadors.Russ shares his passion for the culinary world, which led him deep into the world of spirits and cocktails. We chat about his whiskey hunting adventures on tour, and how he bakes artisan bread when he's home (he literally has a loaf of rye in the oven as we speak). We also dive into the band's performance at the Bourbon and Beyond Festival, followed by Russ’s private tour at Starlight Distillery on the Huber

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58:56

Episode 6 - Kim Moser: Paranormal Investigator

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2025/01/23

In Episode 6, Mike sits down with Kim Moser—Television Director, Production Manager, Host, and one of Canada's standout paranormal investigators.Kim shares her incredible journey, detailing how she made the leap from 15 years in corporate sales to pursuing a career in paranormal investigations and media. She discusses how she began to marry her love for both paranormal spirits and alcohol spirits with her podcast Boos and Bourbon. The two sip on one of their favourite bourbons, Weller Antique 107,

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01:10:36

Episode 5 - Connor Gilbert of McTavish Spirits

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2025/01/09

In this episode, Mike sits down with his close friend Connor Gilbert, CEO of McTavish Spirits, to explore the origins of the brand and the story of how Connor connected with the legendary actor Graham McTavish through his podcast.The two reminisce about Connor’s “Who Gives a Dram” podcast, which happens to be the first podcast Mike ever recorded during Whiskey Morgue’s infancy. Naturally, they pour McTavish Spirits’ flagship War Chief Bourbon while diving into life, horror, and the craft of

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01:11:05

Episode 4 - Lear Mason of Some Days Are Darker

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2024/12/19

On this episode of Whiskey Morgue, Mike sits down for a drink with Lear Mason, the lead singer of the rising gloom-rock band Some Days Are Darker. They dive into the band’s freshly released LP, TV-MA, and explore Lear’s remarkable musical journey, including how this unique project came to life. The conversation uncovers how the band skillfully weaves themes of gothic romance and noir cinema into their sound, all fueled by Lear’s artistic vision and marketing expertise. Mike even makes the case for

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51:48

Episode 3 - Paranormal Pop Fiction with Marcel Feldmar

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2024/12/05

In this episode, Mike sits down with writer, poet, journalist, and musician Marcel Feldmar to discuss his upcoming releases with Dead Sky Media. Including "Awkward on the Rocks", a story inspired by bar hopping and cocktail concoctions infused with spirits—both in the glass and from the underworld.They also discuss Marcel's collaborations with Metallica guitarist Kirk Hammett, including their eerie short stories "We Brought Something Home From the Fire" and "I Have to Get Rid of This Guitar I

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01:09:59

Episode 2 - Miles Munroe of Westward Whiskey

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2024/11/21

In this episode, Mike sits down with Miles Munroe, the Master Blender of Westward Whiskey, for a conversation that blends two of their favourite things: whiskey and horror. Miles shares the story behind Westward Whiskey, from its origins to the unique processes that make it an award-winning standout in the American Single Malt world.They also take a deep dive into Miles’ journey into the whiskey industry, hearing how his passion for the craft helped him carve out a name for himself. Naturally,

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