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Whiskey Bench

Welcome to the Whiskey Bench, where we pair cocktails with conversation. Whether we’re diving deep into a meaty subject like the history of fascism or why monetary policy drives inflation, or just bringing you the highlights of a crazy news week, we aim to look past the simple answers and discuss the complexity of our wild world. So pull up a chair, pour yourself a drink, and join us on the Whiskey Bench.

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95:57

#84 Ranch Water + Squatters, Spending Bills,...

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2024/05/18

Join the Whiskey Bench as Kat and Stephen discuss squatter rights, spending packages, cannibalism, and inner monologues. Ranch Water3 oz. blanco tequila1 1/2 oz. fresh lime juice (about 1 shot)Topo Chico, chilledFresh lime wedge for garnishAdd ice to your favorite glass, and pour in tequila and lime juice. Top of with Topo Chico, and garnish with a wedge a lime.Relevant Sources:Budget ProjectionsSenate Passes $1.2 T PackageMTG's Measure to Oust Mike JohnsonPride Flags Banned at US

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96:06

#83 Singapore Sling + Transgender Healthcare, Hate...

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2024/03/13

Join the Whiskey Bench for a casual session of talking shop. Kat and Stephen riff about "new" information revealing some shady dealings surrounding transsexual "healthcare", a movement in the west seeking to undermine freedom of speech, migration, state of the union, and a handful of rants the round it off.Singapore Sling1 ½ ounces gin ½ ounce cherry brandy¼ ounce Cointreau¼ ounce Bénédictine4 ounces fresh pineapple juice½ ounce fresh lime juice⅓ ounce grenadinefew dashes of Angostura

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90:32

#82 Whiskey Bench is so Back

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2024/02/28

Join the Whiskey Bench for its 2024 kickoff. After a hiatus of nearly 8 months, Kat and Stephen are back! This episode is all about talking shop, and catching up.Gin Blossom2 oz ginhalf a lemon1/2 oz Lillet Blanc1/4 oz St. GermainShake all ingredients and serve in your favorite glass garnished with a lemon peel.Remember, always drink responsibly and cheers to a fulfilled life with all its beauty!Follow the hosts on Twitter:Torna: @Mtn_TornaKat: @KatJDwyerConnect with the Whiskey Bench on

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62:17

#81 News and Brews: Killer AI Drone + Wuhan Leak

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2023/06/28

Join the Whiskey Bench for a discussion for a well overdue episode of news and brews. Kat and Stephen have vanished off the face of the earth the last couple months, but are making a comeback. Tune in to hear about rogue AI drones killing their operators to complete their preferred tasks, breaking news (3 years old...) about how the Wuhan lab leak theory is in fact real and not racists, and how nuclear weapons need to be more gay.Shorts Brewery: HopstacheRelevant SourcesAmazon Shuts Down

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89:44

#80 Irish Maid + SVB Collapse

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2023/03/20

Join the Whiskey Bench for a discussion about the SVB collapse. Kat and Stephen dive into fractional reserve banking, bonds, inflation, and alternatives to the current system. Is this collapse as big a deal as people are making it out to be? What are the side effects of bailing out these banks? The Bench gets into all this and more.Irish Maid2oz Irish Whiskey3/4 oz lemon juice1/2 oz St. GermainecucumberMuddle cucumber in shaker and add ingredients. Shake with ice and strain into desired

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103:05

#79 News and Brews: COVID Research + Norfolk Southern

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2023/03/06

Join the Whiskey Bench for another episode of News and Brews. It's not the first time Kat and Torna have talked about COVID, and it won't be the last. For years countless credible doctor, institution, and individuals had been arguing that natural immunity was robust, and masks were not as effective as gov. officials were leading you to believe. As more and more data are being released the public, the mainstream views on masking and natural immunity are shifting. The once conspirators are

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121:32

#78 Negroni + Russo-Ukrainian War 1 Year Later

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2023/02/26

Join the Whiskey Bench for an update on the Russ-Ukrainian War. It's been one year since the conflict started, and lots has progressed. The Bench gives a quick overview of events leading into this conflict (check out the Russian/Ukrainian series for in-depth analysis), discuss the Nord stream pipeline sabotage, foreign aid, casualties, and much more. As the conflict continues to escalate, violence intensifies, and more foreign countries get tangled in the mess, expect a return to the

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76:05

#77 News and Brews: Social Security Insolvency + DAN gpt

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2023/02/13

Join the Whiskey Bench for another episode of News and Brews. Social security is headed toward insolvency and (R) and (D) alike seem to be ignoring that fact. Since the citizens of the Unites States can't opt out of paying into a worthless program, what can be done? In other news, Chat GPT has a twin brother DAN. He smarter, faster, and can do anything. The Bench lays out all the drama and what that means for fighting wrong-think and censorship. Beer of the Week: Hop Valley Brewing Co

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60:13

#76 Pain Killer + War on Drugs Pt. 1

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2023/02/02

Join the Whiskey Bench for the start of their series covering the war on drugs. In this episode Stephen and Kat begin with a brief historical primer covering early actors, how drugs were treated in the US, groups targeted by drug regulation, and of course the CIA.Pain Killer4 ounces pineapple juice2 ounces dark rum 1 ounce cream of coconut1 ounce orange juiceadd ingredients to shaker with ice, and gently mix. Add drink to tall glass with crushed ice, and garnish with fresh pineapple and

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72:44

#75 News and Brews: Classified Documents + Reparations

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2023/01/23

Hello friends! We are back for 2023 after a hiatus and ready to rumble. Join the Whiskey Bench for another episode of News and Brews. This week the Bench discusses Biden's mishandling of classified documents and plans for reparation in California.Beer of the Week: Highlander Pocket Cowboy Relevant Link:Why White House Stayed Mum on DocumentsDocuments found at Biden's HomeDocuments found at Biden's Former OfficeReparations ReportReparations Panel Pitches $5mHow can California Provide

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62:48

#74 News and Brews: Nord Stream Attacks

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2023/01/10

Join the Whiskey Bench for another episode of News and Brews. This week the Bench discusses the attacks on the Nord Stream pipelines. Stephen and Kat dive into potential culprits, unlikely motives, and how this all further complicates the war in Ukraine.Beer of the Week: Sierra Nevada Sunny Little Thing Relevant Link:Columbia Prof. yanked off air after accusing US in Nord Stream sabotageFact Check: Did Zelensky Call on NATO to Start Nuclear War?AOC Confronted in town hallNATO is making the

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78:42

#73 Bees Knees + Time to Think Small by Todd Myers

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2022/10/11

Join the Whiskey Bench for a special interview with Todd Myers about free market enviornmentalism and his forthcoming book, Time to Think Small: How Nimble Environmental Technologies Can Solve the Planet’s Biggest Problems.Todd is one of the nation's leading experts on free-market environmental policy. Todd is the author of the landmark 2011 book Eco-Fads: How the Rise of Trendy Environmentalism Is Harming the Environment and was a Wall Street Journal Expert Panelist for energy and the

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66:08

#72 News and Brews: Missing Weapons + Chinese Drought

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2022/08/26

Join the Whiskey Bench for another episode of News and Brews. This week the Bench discusses missing weapons in Ukraine and the drought sweeping across China. Where has 70% of aid sent to Ukraine gone? What are the long-term effects of factories shutting down all across China? The trend continues with some heavy, but important news. Crack open a cold one, and jump in.Beer of the Week: Big Sky Brewing Co. Summer HoneyRelevant Link:What Happens to Weapons Sent to Ukraine?Black Market in

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74:18

#71. Frozen Negroni + 1 Yr. Since Afghanistan

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2022/08/12

Join the Whiskey Bench for an update episode on Afghanistan. It has been exactly 1 year since the Taliban took over, and the United States disaster of a pullout occurred. Kat and Stephen wanted to acknowledge all the suffering happening there, the people still stranded, and the good so many organizations are doing to help the people of Afghanistan. Frozen Negroni2 oz sweet vermouth2 oz campari2 oz gin6 oz fresh orange juicesimple syrup to taste 2 cups of iceblend that sucker up, garnish

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61:30

#70 News and Brews: Epstein and Terrorism

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2022/07/19

Join the Whiskey Bench for another episode of News and Brews. This week the Bench discusses the Maxwell sentencing and terrorism present across the globe. Is the time Maxwell received sufficient? Was Epstein an intelligence agent? Is the uptick in terrorism around the globe leading to a larger conflict? Will this unrest be exploited for political gain? Stephen and Kat answer all these questions and more. Crack yourself a cold drink and come hang out.Beer of the Week: Meadowlark Brewery's

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97:02

#69 Short Fuse + Proxy Wars

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2022/06/30

Join the Whiskey Bench for the final (for the time being) episode of the Ukraine series. In this episode the Bench dives into proxy wars, corruption, and foreign meddling that all adds further context to the Ukraine conversation. Stephen and Kat jump back in time (again) and run through the long history of the United States and Russia fighting proxy wars, insane things the C.I.A are responsible for, and unpack the corruption and scandal surrounding US officials' dealing inside Ukraine.Short

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28:11

#68 News and Brews: Chaos in Sri Lanka + California...

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2022/06/18

Join the Whiskey Bench for another episode of News and Brews. This week the Bench discusses Sri Lanka and Portugal. Sri Lanka for years has been taking loans from China, and after decades of mismanagement and corruption find themself in a bad spot. In Portugal, protests are being held to demonstrate against Californians moving to the country. Crack yourself a cold drink and come hang out. Beer of the Week: Bozeman Brewing's Gallatin Pale Ale (GPA)Relevant Link:Portugal, expat haven

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107:41

#67 Buzzkill + Neo-Nazis in Ukraine

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2022/06/02

Join the Whiskey Bench as they continue the Ukraine series. Last episode left off at the end of the 2014 Maidan Revolution. In this continuation, the Bench explores the history of Neo-Nazi groups inside Ukraine. Starting in WWII and working through modern day, Kat and Stephen aim to expand the context concerning this difficult topic.Hey Whiskey Babies! Please checkout our sponsor and friend of the highline media network Fyfe Created - Handcrafted JewelryFyfe Created designs and makes

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51:38

#66 News and Brews: Crypto 401(k) and Planes Not...

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2022/05/20

Join the Whiskey Bench for another episode of News and Brews. This week the Bench discusses Fidelities decision to allow investors to include Bitcoin in their portfolios as well as the incredible story of a random man landing a plane by ATC telling him what to do over coms.Beer of the Week: Rouge Newport NightsRelevant Link:1 Trillion in Crypto MissingFidelity to Allow Bitcoin in 401(k) plansPassenger Lands PlaneCalm and Cool ATCWatch Passenger LandRemember, always drink responsibly and

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115:43

#65 Molotov Cocktail + 2014 Ukrainian Revolution

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2022/05/10

Join the Whiskey Bench as they continue the Ukraine series. Last episode left off at the 2004 orange revolution, and today, the Bench fast forwards to cover the short and wild Maidan Revolution that occurred in 2014. In this episode Kat and Stephen dive into a timeline of events including NGO involvement, US government involvement, Neo-Nazis fighting in the revolution, and much more. Grab yourself a cocktail and get ready! Molotov Cocktail (Torna original)1 1/2 oz vodka 1/2 oz fire ball1/4

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