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PODCAST

Drink the Movies

Brian and Michaela

Welcome to Drink the Movies! We"re a podcast where each week we mix up a themed cocktail and have a chat about the movie that inspired it! Plus check out our weekly Lobby Bar episodes for a bonus cocktail, and movie chat!

tv & film

All Episodes

00:11:34

Pink Punch, Predator & Bugonia in the Lobby Bar!...

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2025/11/03

Welcome back to The Lobby Bar! This week, the box office is buzzing with two colossal new releases, and we’re mixing up a big batch of the aptly named Pink Punch to celebrate!First up, we dive into the latest sci-fi thriller from director Yorgos Lanthimos, Bugonia! Emma Stone stars as a high-powered CEO kidnapped by two conspiracy theorists convinced she's an alien. We unpack the dark comedy, the mind-bending plot twists, and ask the unsettling question: are the conspiracy theorists right?Then,

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00:49:28

146 - The Martian & the Mars Sunset

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2025/10/30

Mark Watney is an astronaut, a botanist, and the only man on Mars, and it will take all his problem solving skills to survive long enough for help to arrive.This week we are blasting off, growing potatoes, and mixing up a tiki version of the Martian sunset.Join us for Matt Damon, cold nights, staple guns, beautiful landscapes, science, and a chat about The Martian!This week's cocktail comes from ⁠Harpers

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00:05:38

Lobby Bar Classic Cocktails - The Penicillin

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2025/10/27

This week in a special Lobby Bar Classic, we mix up a new classic - The Penicillin and talk about pairing it with a modern classic film!Have you tried the Penicillin?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Merch

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00:46:49

240 - The Blair Witch Project & the Black Eyed Stickman

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2025/10/23

This week we're grabbing our video cameras and heading into the woods of Burkittsville for the groundbreaking found-footage horror film, The Blair Witch Project! We'll talk about how this low-budget 1999 chiller terrified a generation, the genius of its minimalist marketing, and the sheer, raw panic of watching three film students slowly lose their grip in the face of an unseen terror. Get ready for close-ups, snot, and terrifying sounds in the dark.And to steady our nerves before that

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00:10:53

Forbidden Fruit, Black Phone 2, and Rocking the...

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2025/10/20

Pull up a stool at The Lobby Bar! This week, we're servingup a potent cocktail of box office buzz and chilling new releases.The Grabber is back and ringing for vengeance in the horrorsequel Black Phone 2! We dive into the psychic scares, the Nightmare on ElmStreet vibes, and whether this new chapter justifies answering the call.In a nod to the week's chilling new thriller about a deadlydomestic secret, we’re featuring the Forbidden Fruit cocktail—a shaken mix ofapple brandy, Pimm’s No. 1, lemon, and

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00:45:21

239 - Tron: Ares & the Grid Redbull & Vodka

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2025/10/16

This week we're running a system reboot and diving into the high-stakes, neon-drenched world of Tron: Ares! We'll discuss the third installment of the iconic franchise, featuring Jared Leto as the advanced AI program, Ares, as he makes the perilous journey from the digital Grid to the real world. We'll talk about the film's stunning visuals, its commentary on artificial intelligence, and the escalating conflict as the digital and human realms collide.To celebrate this visually

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00:09:16

Thyme & Fig Prosecco Smash, Roofman, & Black Phone 2...

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2025/10/13

This week in the Lobby Bar, Michaela mixes up a proseeco smash just in time for fall parties! Plus, we prepare for Tron: Ares, learn about the Charlotte area crime in Roofman, and get creeped out by Black Phone 2!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Merch

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00:41:14

238 - Hellraiser

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2025/10/09

This week on we're opening the Lament Configuration and stepping into a world of pain and pleasure with Clive Barker's iconic 1987 horror film, Hellraiser! We'll explore the dark and disturbing story of Frank Cotton, the cenobites led by the unforgettable Pinhead, and the truly unique blend of body horror and forbidden desires that makes this movie a true original. We'll discuss how pain and pleasure become indistinguishable and why this film remains a terrifying benchmark in the

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00:10:35

French Blondes, Tron, & Taylor Swift in the Lobby...

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2025/10/06

This week in the Lobby Bar we mix up Taylors favorite cocktail, the French Blonde! Plus we talk about her album and box office dominance, the upcoming Tron film, and look forward to getting out to the theater!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Merch

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00:41:34

237 - The Thing & the J&B Rusty Nail

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2025/10/02

This week we're heading to the desolate, frozen landscape of Antarctica for John Carpenter's claustrophobic and paranoia-fueled 1982 masterpiece, The Thing! We'll be discussing the terrifying, shape-shifting alien, the incredible practical effects, and the nail-biting suspense as R.J. MacReady and his team try to figure out who—or what—among them is the impostor. Who can you trust when the threat is... well, anything?And to keep us warm while we try to survive the night, we're mixing

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00:09:42

Coffee Day in the Lobby Bar! 9/29/2025

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2025/09/29

This week in the Lobby Bar we celebrate the day of coffee! Plus we talk this week's box office, look forward to some new movies, and have a chat about getting back to the bar!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Merch

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00:40:12

236 - The Rocky Horror Picture Show & the Dr....

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2025/09/25

This week we're shivering with antici...pation for the ultimate cult classic, The Rocky Horror Picture Show! Join us as we do the "Time Warp" again and explore the 1975 midnight movie phenomenon that is more than just a film—it's an interactive, eccentric, and unforgettable experience. We'll dive into the glam-rock madness, the iconic characters like Dr. Frank-N-Furter, and the enduring legacy of a movie that encourages everyone to embrace their wild side.And to get us in the

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00:05:30

Lobby Bar Classic Cocktails - The Mojito

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2025/09/22

This week in a special Lobby Bar Classic, grab some mint and mix up a mojito worthy of James Bond himself!Let us know how you take your mojitos!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Merch

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00:35:23

235 - This is Spinal Tap & the Jack & Coke

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2025/09/18

This week we're turning the volume up to eleven for the 1984 mockumentary masterpiece, This Is Spinal Tap! We'll follow England's loudest and most punctual band on their disastrous American tour, from the Stonehenge debacle to the classic "these go to eleven" moment. We'll laugh at the film's hilarious improvised dialogue and celebrate its enduring legacy as one of the greatest comedies ever made.And to get us in the proper rock and roll spirit, we're pouring a

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00:05:33

Lobby Bar Classic Cocktails - The Cosmopolitan

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2025/09/15

This week in a special Lobby Bar Classic, we tune into Sex and the City and mix up a Cosmo worthy of any night out!Let us know how you take your cosmopolitans!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Merch

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00:44:02

234 - BlacKkKlansman & the Rum & Coke

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2025/09/11

This week we're heading back to the 1970s with Spike Lee's powerful and provocative 2018 film, BlacKkKlansman! We'll talk about the unbelievable true story of Ron Stallworth, the first African-American detective in the Colorado Springs Police Department, and his daring mission to infiltrate the local chapter of the Ku Klux Klan. We'll discuss the film's sharp wit, its chilling relevance, and the incredible performances by John David Washington and Adam Driver.And to help us

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00:17:54

Bourbon Old Fashioned & The Conjuring in the Lobby...

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2025/09/08

Join us at the Lobby Bar this week as we head to the heart of bourbon country for a deep dive into the classic Old Fashioned. The hosts explore the rich history of this iconic drink, which some believe was invented at a gentlemen's club in Louisville, and share a few ways to make it at home.Finally, we hit the box office to break down the latest numbers. The Conjuring franchise continues its hot streak with a record-breaking opening, while the Disney musical Hamilton makes a surprising splash in

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00:48:02

233 - Sister Act & the Purple Mink Delores

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2025/09/04

This week we're heading to the convent with the one and only Whoopi Goldberg in the 1992 classic, Sister Act! We'll talk about Deloris Van Cartier's journey from Reno lounge singer to a tuneful Sister Mary Clarence, the iconic musical numbers, and the pure joy this movie brings.And we'll be mixing up a Purple Mink Delores. This drink features the gorgeous purple Empress Gin, a squeeze of fresh lemon, and a touch of simple syrup. It's a heavenly mix of sweet, tart, and floral

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00:14:27

Palomas, Chicago, and Italicus Liqueur in the Lobby...

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2025/09/01

Join us at the Lobby Bar this week as we shake things up with a refreshing classic, the Paloma! Brian and Michaela dive into the history and variations of this tequila and grapefruit concoction. Plus a twist on an Andor cocktail using bergamot liqueur.But the conversation isn't all about drinks. The hosts recount a recent Chicago trip, sharing stories of dinosaurs, architectural marvels, and the best of the city's unique bar scene.Plus, we get to the bottom of the week's box office

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00:48:41

232 - Love Story & the Snowman-hattan

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2025/08/28

This week we are going back 55 years to one of the all time great love themes, and one of the most profitable movies ever made...Love Story!We'll talk about the love, the family, the snow, and mix up an icy Manhattan along the way.Join us for Tommy Lee Jones, hockey, broken down boats, and a chat about Love Story.Cocktail comes from Make Every Day an Event!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Merch

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