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Buy Back Podcast

Drinking buds Alex and John track down the funniest, most disgusting, and wildest bartending stories from the best of the best!

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Episode 111: Tristynn The Night Away (Part 1 of 2)

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2026/04/09

As a huge chapter in her life comes to a close, (Yeah, right! She'll be back) Tristynn stops by The Buy Back studios (Recorded at Diamond Dogs in Astoria, Queens) to reflect on her eleven-year tenure behind the taps. From DC to NYC, from dives to high dines, from granny panties to pharmaceutical parties, she's had quite the journey. Join us for some "cigs inside" this week on The Buy Back.

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00:38:19

Episode 110: Wizbang - Professional Wedding Shot...

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2026/04/02

Lizz ‘Wizbang’ from Racine switches from doing shots behind the bar to shots at weddings. There are two types of bartenders: those who stay for six months and move on, and those who have staying power. Lizz is one of the golden latter. In Racine, she deals with pipe-smoking scarecrows, bad tippers with wads of cash, and people who think closets are bathrooms. And let’s not judge her for her cocktail choices…

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00:38:53

Episode 109: The Real Matty Rangel - The Return!

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2026/03/26

The Real Matty Rangel is back this week! Almost three years ago, Matty was a guest on the podcast, and since then, his presence on social media has only grown. This week, we sit down and discuss about his newest adventures travelling the country, his dedication to bringing awareness to mental health, and ...nicknames? In the episode, Matty claims he's completely average, but he's too humble. This guy has a huge beard and a huge heart! Cheers.

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00:47:45

Episode 108: Courtney Swears She Didn't Do Slip and...

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2026/03/19

Courtney is celebrating her 20th year at Jack's Fire Department. Yes, that Jack's. This week, John sits returns from Iceland (and the hospital) to keep it real close to home with this Sunnyside staple. Courtney pulls no punches in this episode. The two "bartners" chat about what it's like to work in a very established local's bar, what it was like growing up in Queens, John's home decor, and Courtney's bar rule is one of the most honest answers we've ever had on

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00:47:21

Episode 107: VictoryJón, He's Just a Little Better...

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2026/03/05

In the Icelandic language, Sigur means Victory, and Sigurjón visiting the Buy Back Podcast this week is DEFINITELY a victory for us. Born and raised in Iceland, Sigurjón finds himself managing Sól, one of Iceland's newest and coolest high class dining spots. Sigurjón started working in restaurants as a quick way to make money when he was younger, partied a little too hard in his late teens and early twenties, but now has the tools to cope with the lifestyle and the bravery to face it. Listen

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00:47:15

Episode 106: BUY BACK IN ICELAND - Jessica Finds a...

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2026/02/26

BUY BACK IN ICELAND: Jessica has travelled all throughout Europe to find a place that makes her feel like home. Italy, England, Amsterdam, nothing quite did it. But now, in Reykjavik, she may have found a place that makes her feel settled. From coffee shops, to night life, Jessica has done it all and everywhere, and now she invites John into her home to talk about the culture of drinking in Iceland and beyond. Chill out with us this week as The Buy Back goes to Iceland!

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00:42:56

Episode 105: Marcos is a Garbage Man with a Heart of...

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2026/02/19

Marcos just opened Cousin Larry's in Sunnyside, but he's still a kid at heart. Adulting is hard, and Marcos is finding the perfect balance. From East Village party bars, to the Hamptons, to now the neighborhood of Sunnyside, Marcos has done it all. Join us this week wherever you get your podcasts.The new audio is still a bit tricky, but we're working on it! Hold tight, we're getting better.

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00:56:11

Episode 104: Cocktails and Needles with Peter at DRINK

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2026/02/12

It's the night before the first night of food service at Drink NYC and Peter just wants "to do dope, cool... sh...tuff..." Tattoo needles are prepped, the ice hasn't been cut with the bandsaw yet, and the powder hasn't been poured into the baggies yet. Wait, what the heck is going on!? You may have seen Peter on social media sitting in his empty bar, feeling low, asking people to come in. And come in they did. Manhattan's newest and coolest tattoo and cocktail parlour is

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00:42:42

Episode 103: Bailey Gets the Last Laugh at the Comedy...

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2026/02/05

This week, Bailey takes the stage for a Buy Back set. She breaks down the behind-the-scenes of comedy clubs, hecklers, and what's good and bad right now in the comedy clerb. We also chat about how certain social media apps are changing how things are working for bars and clubs. Join us this week for a laugh riot on The Buy Back Podcast.

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00:37:24

Episode 102: Mia and Robbie Take Us Back to School!

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2026/01/29

Mia and Robbie have been behind the pine for only a few years, but they probably have had to put up with more than your average bartender. They tend bar at a college bar. A college bar! You know what that means. This week, they take us on a tour of Oswego, and their time at Alley Cat Night Club. Join us as John starts to feel very old.

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00:43:29

Episode 101: Jeremy Pepper Sprays the Joint

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2026/01/22

Jeremy at the Painted Pin in Atlanta accidentally creates a homemade pepper spray and releases it on his entire bar. It's fine, though. Everyone was fine... we think. Jeremy has found his calling in cocktail culture and bowling alleys. He teaches John about daisies and duck bowling. Welcome to the Buy Quack!

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00:50:36

Episode 99: Jess Gives Up Being a Princess for Being...

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2026/01/15

Jess has worked on Avenue A for 17 years. Rounding out the Sing Sing Ave A Trilogy, we return to Sing Sing Ave A for a final time to sit down with 11-year professional Karaoke tolerator, full-time mom, and the most patient bartender, Jess. Spilling the tea about rejecting a prince, bathroom destruction, and more, joining us is guest host Hannah, who has NOTHING to do with bars and laughs real loud, but came prepped with some off-the-regular-path questions about dinosaurs and toys. All your regular

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00:41:15

Episode 98: Alex Takes the Show on the Road

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2026/01/08

This week, Alex at With a Splash Mobile Bartending, based in Connecticut, shows us how to take a typically stationary job and travel all over, bringing the cocktails and the fun to the party. We also do a deep dive into the mocktail scene, explaining some of the perks and pitfalls of what seems to be a more and more frequent section of cocktail menus.

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00:45:58

Episode 97: 2025 Holiday Special

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2025/12/24

Join John and Alex as they continue their holiday tradition of writing and reading scary ghost stories of Christmases long, long ago.

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Episode 96: Aria and Joe go to Camp Part 2 (co-host...

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2025/12/18

Lisa and John delve deeper into their cups at Joe and Aria's apartment, talking about first drinks, camp!, and fun times.

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00:23:18

Episode 95: BREAKING NEWS - SantaCon is Here!

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2025/12/11

Join John and Alex as they discuss the real history of Santacon, the dos and don'ts of Santacon, and brainstorm ways to enjoy the event without causing too much chaos.

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Episode 94: Aria and Joe Invite Us Over For Drinks in...

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2025/12/04

This week, John and returning guest Lisa are invited to the home of beer rep Joe, and Lisa's co-worker at Mosaic and Bar Dalia, Aria. Over a bottle (or two) of whiskey, they track Aria's journey through the bars and restaurants of New York City from summer pizza jobs to being the go-to girl in Astoria. The discussion then takes a turn to the importance of bar communities and how going to bars can lead to deeper relationships (in more than one way!)

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00:27:13

Episode 93: Blackout Wednesday with John and Alex

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2025/11/26

Join John and Alex as they talk about traditions, Blackout Wednesday, and upcoming surprises!

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00:39:02

Episode 92: Jasmine Double Dips in the Hotel and...

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2025/11/20

Join John as he talks with Jasmine about her wild experiences in the Atlanta hospitality and bar scene. And for you movie soundtrack fans, do we have a treat for you!

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Episode 91: (LIVE) Sam at Hair of the Dog and the...

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2025/11/13

Sam and his sister, returning guest Elena (episode 51) sit down with John at a live and undisclosed location and chat about Sam's meteoric rise through the service industry. They also discuss quite possibly the worst day anyone could have bartending and the importance of snacks for a bartender's mental health.

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