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With a nod and homage to Seinfeld in title only, comedian, actor, writer, George Caleodis returned to Whiskey Business to talk life, family, career, the threat of AI in show business and our rationale of when it’s good, all while enjoying a Red Wine Barrel of bourbon from Towpath Distillery. George never disappoints and is a favorite guest to have back on Whiskey Business.

Whiskey Business went remotely this week because we know when something’s gonna be worth the trip.

Six months ago at RAFTERS, a longtime favorite bar on Indianola in Clintonville, the kitchen came back to life with FAT ARNIES, a delicious dream brought to life by a father and sons team, Christopher Beardman, Andrew Beardman, and the dad, Chris Beardman. What’s resulted is some of BEST empanadas, burgers, subs and more that you’ll ever have!
We talked about the food, the path (it started by selling empanadas on the streets of Ecuador) and where they may go next. But for now, listen, watch and get yourself to Fat Arnies! Trust me. You’ll want to after this episode.

It’s Academy Award time and movie critics from Maddwolf, George Wolf and Hope Madden joined us once again with their pics and discussions as to who is gonna take home the gold! Tune in. Listen wherever you get your fave podcasts or watch on YouTube, Whiskey Business with Dino Tripodis. “And the Oscar goes to…”

“Deck the halls, with boughs of Johnny!”
Whiskey Business took the holiday podcast to John Whitney’s house, our amazing videographer, as he is recovering from hip surgery. He must be on the mend, because he joined us for some Chattanooga Single Barrel Whiskey, and conversations about Christmas, kids, 2026 and more. All tied up with a lovely bow, it’s our Whiskey Business Christmas podcast. Merry Christmas and we’ll see you next year!

Whiskey Business welcomed back Dino’s college roommate and best friend from high school, Greg Dettorre.
This time around the conversation revolved around their favorite films in five different genres with ONE mutual
film that’s defined their friendship over the decades. Do their fave films match up with yours? Give a listen, have some laughs and maybe add some movies to your watchlist.

The annual Halloween episode for Whiskey Business was a bit more low key this year, but no less “spooky.” Bucky Cutright joined us from Columbus Ghost Tours. Since our last meeting he’s added a German Village Tour and other creepy additions, but what was REALLY creepy was hearing his encounters with the paranormal as a teenager. “Hello, Bucky,” sounds normal until you hear where that message came from. YIKES! Enjoy…if…you…dare! Yeah, go on and dare. You’ll be fine.

Whiskey Business occasionally gets whisky-centric and the afternoon with Old Forester Master Taster, Melissa Rift was a good time to do it.
A sampling of Old Forester’s entire Whisky Row was a lesson in taste and history.
From first bottled bourbons, aftermaths of fires, prohibition and “medicinal” bourbons, Melissa was an excellent guest, guide and educator. Pour a favorite Old Forester of your own and join us!

The Columbus Comedy Festival returns for its second year of laughs Sept 4-7, 2025 and Henry Allen will be one of the headlining acts.
On this installment of Whiskey Business we talked about the festival, Henry’s comedy path from age 17 to present, the latest trend of “working the room” and a fun comedic Word Association test involving current and past comedians. A lot of laughs and a lot of insights into the craft and creation of stand-up comedy.

Eric Brembeck, owner and operator of STUDIO 35, one of the best independent movie theaters in Ohio, has added to the experience of movies, great pizza, and full bar with a new product: Mr. Pickle lemonade. A refreshing new lemonade with a touch of pickle brine which makes for an amazingly fun new take on lemonade. Not too sweet, and not to “pickled” he brought the new product to Whiskey Business to sample and also talk about the trials and tribulations of being an independent film house, competing with the big boys and thriving by giving movie fans MORE than just a movie to watch.
Over the years, Studio 35 has become a staple of the community and Eric is always thinking of ways to improve the experience.
Looking for a great night out at the movies AND a new fun drink to go along with it? Check out this latest episode of Whiskey Business.

Hope Madden returned to Whiskey Business with some new pages in her horror repertoire. Her new book, Killer Pictures centers around something she knows all too well: horror films, horror festivals and the judges who select them. How and why are film judges losing their minds and then killing the people closest to them? Who’s responsible?Read the book and or listen to the podcast and also find out some secrets on how Hope creates, writes and apparently hardly sleeps. (That’s just my opinion.) It’s a “killer” podcast this week on Whiskey Business. Enjoy!

Paul Lawson is making amazing strides by breaking the stigma of mental health in the construction industry. 

     The former pastor and two-time cancer survivor has been cutting through “steel beams of stigma” and is successfully implementing ways that construction companies can help their employees deal with mental health issues. 

     How Paul got to where he is also a fascinating story of perseverance and purpose. 

     Listen, watch and share this important and inspirational installment  of Whiskey Business. 

You’ve never seen The Hollywood Hillside Strangler from the 1970’s? This and other forgotten gems of cinema stay in our movie present thanks to Mark Heuck, who returned to Whiskey Business with his cinema knowledge, unique insight and interesting perspectives on the future of Hollywood while paying homage to the past. A must watch/listen for film lovers! Enjoy THE HEUCK!!

Whiskey Business enjoyed a return visit from comedian, Mike Larsen, a stand-up comedian veteran, TV writer extraordinaire AND political speech writer.

Mike once again brought his humor, intelligence and thoughtfulness to the podcast as he discussed a certain “peace” he’s obtained in both his life and career. Listen, laugh and maybe learn. Two out of three ain’t bad, right?

What happens when a longtime comedian friend FINALLY makes it to Whiskey Business? Dino had a great time going down memory lane with comedian Vince Morris, one of his best and dearest friends. From the outrageous to the occasionally serious, to the origins of a cop/buddy movie that never existed, this podcast will entertain you, enlighten, and remind you what can happen when two truly best of friends get together and don’t hold back. Listen to it with a best friend and a good pour!

Whiskey Business enjoyed having a deep dive into the comedy brain of Bill Arrundale, long time comedian and early podcaster before the medium exploded. We discussed the humble beginnings the influence of childhood, the revelations of parenthood and the fragility of relationships, which ALL can shape a comedian's mind and perspective on life and the craft of comedy. Laugh and learn on this episode of Whiskey Business.

What you may ask is there to investigate after a suicide? The tragedy of the act is done. But there are questions and when it comes to the Who, the What, the Where and the WHY, Dallas Allen comes on the scene. 

   On a podcast full of compassion and compelling revelations, Whiskey Business spoke with Dallas about the aftermath of a situation; talking with the families, uncovering the reasons, and in some cases finding out that things are not always as they seem. It’s a fascinating hour with an exceptional and passionate-about-his-work-guest that offers insight, education and…hope. 

Whiskey Business closed out the year with a great podcast from a funny, wise, inspiring and insightful comedian. Sumukh Torgalkar joined us to talk comedy, life, work, parents, relationships, and the holidays. In the mix was obviously humor, but also insight and perspective on all the above, dosed with laughter and even a little wisdom. As we close out another year, we wish you and yours the gift of peace and perspective in 2025 with hopes that the New Year brings us ALL what we may individually and together to make it year to remember. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from Dino, Greg, John and Chip. Four not-so-wise men, but we try.

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This week on Whiskey Business it was just “the guys”as we realized 2024 brought “milestone” birthdays to each of us. Greg turned 40. Chip turned 60. John will be 60 in a few weeks and I turned (ahem) 65. The lively, funny and at times serious discussion ranged from where we’re at, where we’ve been and most importantly where are we going with the gas that’s still left in our life tanks. If you’ve got a big birthday coming or have had one, give a listen or watch and HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!! You’re not getting older, you’re getting better! Right? Right?! Ugh…

Whiskey Business has their annual Live Audience Halloween Podcast thanks to Echo Spirits in Grandview. Not only did the owners, Joe and Nikhil offer up a flight of Echo Spirits to taste, we also got a sneak 9 month peak of our own WHISKEY BUSINESS barrel which is still waiting to become bourbon.

The night got more interesting when psychic, Cindy Riggs joined us. In addition to explaining what she does and how it works, she also demonstrated how remote viewing happens, where with just an address she could tell you if your home is “inhabited” by someone other than YOU. It was a fascinating night of revelations, and supernatural fun that you can enjoy this Halloween. If…you…dare. Go ahead. You’ll be fine.

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Compared to Clark Donley, we here at Whiskey Business are truly the amateurs as we sat across the veteran broadcaster, Clark Donley. 40 plus years in the business that started as a disc jockey, led to sportscasting on television and then 30 more years doing the news on radio, Clark has reported it all with compassion and class and off the mic became an early force in developing Ohio’s Amber Alert program as well. As he embarks on what I consider a faux retirement, Clark has entered the podcast world with OFF THE RECORD: An FBI Agent's Perspective, a podcast detailing the behind the scenes stories and cases of retired FBI agent, Harry Trombitas. It’s a podcast full of memories, some laughter and a look at how “the news” has changed over the decades.

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Comedian, writer, director, producer, and soon-to-be-40 year old, Travis Irvine returned to Whiskey Business to talk about it ALL!

Comedy, politics, life love, film, turning 40 and yes...making Shakespeare Better with his latest film project based on one of The Bard's least successful plays, Timon of Athens which will become Timbob of Athens. Yup. Enjoy this latest installment of Whiskey Business. "To be or not to be?" Oh, it's to be, for sure.

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Two things happen this time of year on Whiskey Business. The Buckeyes start another season and to insure a winning one, Bill Demora (now Senator Demora) returns to his superstitious ways and returns to Whiskey Business. But this one is packed with more than just Buckeye Football. We caught Bill just after the Democratic Convention as well, and a lot of behind the scenes stories were revealed: the Biden Love, Back to Back Obama’s, The Beyoncé Bee Hive, and how much you could’ve scalped your ticket for on the last night of the convention. And yes, we did talk Buckeye Football before Billy lost his senatorial patience. So all will be well in Buckeye Nation as it is in this weeks episode of Whiskey Business. Go Bucks! Go Billy!

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Join Jim Ellison, the author of "Columbus Pizza: A Slice of History", on the Whiskey Business podcast as we dive deep into the fascinating history of pizza in Columbus, Ohio.

From its humble origins to its rise as the Pizza Capital of the U.S., we explore why Columbus remains a pizza lover's paradise. Thanks to Gatto’s Pizza, who of course is featured in the book, for supplying a feast of Columbus style pizza. We sip on a Peerless Barrel Selection as we discuss what exactly is Columbus style pizza, the evolution of the iconic pizza pie, the challenges of creating the perfect pizza box, and what the future holds for Columbus pizza.

Whether you're a pizza enthusiast or just curious about local food culture, grab a slice and tune in to this delicious episode... and “ask before you take that last slice, for cryin’ out loud.”

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Ahead of the first of Columbus Comedy Festival, we enjoy a respectable visit with comedian Nickey Winkelman. The conversation went from comedy to real life and the REAL life that’s in comedy. Asking, what's the art of finding ways to present life situations to a comedy crowd that may also be going through them but in a relatable, funny way? We also talked about the juggling of being a mom, doing comedy and holding down a regular job where she claims the title of “Respectable Co-worker.” Enjoy the ALWAYS respectable and ALWAYS funny, Nickey Winkelman on this latest edition of Whiskey Business

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2024 Columbus Coffee Festival

Pelotonia is a two-day bicycle ride in the Columbus, Ohio area, to raise funds for cancer research. Our guest, Preston Stapleton is riding in it.

   Preston is not a cyclist by nature, but this will be his third time, putting 50 miles on the pavement and hopefully reaching his own personal fundraising goal. To sweeten the pot, he’s raffling off some very nice bottles of bourbon as well. We wish him good luck, safe cycling and hope you enjoy this latest installment of Whiskey Business.

In 2021 80% of suicides in Ohio were men. 

Enter MAN THERAPY, started in Colorado and adopted by Ohio in February of 2024, MAN THERAPY is a kind and yes-humorous way to approach men about therapy and feelings they never talk about because of stigmas, fears and opinions of others. 

Tony Coder joined Whiskey Business for a frank and again- funny podcast about men and therapy. 

MAN THERAPY with their faux psychiatrist, Dr. Rich Mahogany, helps men realize that’s “it’s ok to not be ok” and offers options on how to move forward. 

It’s not clinical. It’s not medical. But it’s definitely helpful and a great tool for getting on path to better mental health. Listen to some frank and honest discussions, revelations and maybe even take the “head test” to see where you may be or where you can direct the man in your life you care about. And then you can buy him a beer. 

Visit: https://mantherapy.org/

In September of 2022, filmmaker Peter Jon Ross joined us to talk about his documentary SOCIAL MEDIA MONSTER, a film about an internet troll who he’s battled for more than a decade. It was our most listened to and watched podcast on Whiskey Business. The documentary is now out and available to stream. Ross returned to Whiskey Business to update us on the film, the battle and other amazing things that have transpired since his last visit. The story was fascinating and compelling two years ago and still is in 2024. If you’ve ever been trolled, it’s almost required listening. If you haven’t…count your blessings and listen nonetheless.

Whiskey Business came back from hiatus right around the same time the largest local independent film ever made in Columbus, DOWN TO THE FELT wrapped on principal photography. Coincidence? No. Our host for Whiskey Business was one of the writers and producers of the film and he along with Director/Writer/Producer Jon Osbeck and Writer/Producer Ralph Scott, sat on the guest side of the table as John Whitney, Greg Hansberry and Chip Kocel asked all the burning movie questions. The Down To The Felt story is a journey into independent filmmaking and still has the post production process to go through. But it IS a testament to what can be done in Columbus, Ohio with the right talents, the right crew and yeah…a little bit of luck and serendipity. Go “all in” and enjoy this return to Whiskey Business.

The tables are still turned on this installment of Whiskey Business as our host, Dino Tripodis, was the guest. The topic was a True Crime case he was instrumental in solving. A case of MURDER!

No, he didn’t commit it, but he was an integral part in the pursuit of the people who did. 

The Just Sweats Case was an insurance fraud for murder case that started in 1988 and ended in 1992 with John Hawkins, the alleged mastermind behind the whole plot being the last one apprehended and tried and convicted for conspiracy to commit murder.

Attorney, Bill Mattes, is back to navigate it all, digging deep into the case.

The tables were turned on this installment of Whiskey Business as our host, Dino Tripodis was the guest and the topic was a True Crime case he was instrumental in. A case of MURDER.

No, he didn’t commit it, but he was an integral part in the pursuit of the people who did. 

The Just Sweats Case was an insurance fraud for murder case that started in 1988 and ended in 1992 with John Hawkins, the alleged mastermind behind the whole plot being the last one apprehended and tried and convicted for conspiracy to commit murder. His partners, Melvin Hanson and Richard Boggs were apprehended and convicted FOR the murder of Ellis Greene prior to Hawkin’s capture. 

And…they almost got away with it. 

Interviewed by attorney, Bill Mattes, who left no stone unturned and in turn brought out ghosts that Dino had not confronted in decades, you need to listen or watch and find out the part our host played in initiating the hunt and the subsequent lessons learned that stick with him more than 35 years later. And keep your bottle close. You’re gonna need it. 

Another Oscar year is nearing but it wouldn’t be official for us here at Whiskey Business without our annual visit from George Wolf and Hope Madden from The Screening Room podcast. 

There may appear to be some slam dunks if you’re in an Oscar pool, but I’m going to suggest you listen up/or watch to see if some upsets are predicted as well in our discussion of Oscar gold. 

If you love the movies it’s one of our favorite podcasts of the year. And if you only saw BARBIE, this is your chance to get educated before Oscars are awarded on March 10, 2024. 

That being said, I’d like to thank the podcast academy, my audio and video producers, my family who seldom listens…

Whiskey Business loves being the first kid on the block with something special and on this podcast we got the sneak peek of some NEW Irish Whiskeys from BUA which originates here in Columbus but is made with tender, Irish care in Ireland. What I called “fightin’ whiskey was a single grain but there were also some single malts that were finished in tawny port casks, ALL of them great including the BUA Original which has come a long way since we sampled Batch #1 a few years back. 

Great whiskey coupled with great stories from Martin and Pat made for a great podcast that went “into the wee” hours of the evening and probably could gone on even more. Enjoy this batch of podcasting with a good pour, but if I were you…I’d bring the whole bottle.

A “lobbyist” is NOT a strange person who hangs out in hotel lobbies. Got it. 

They are however, the behind the scenes movers and shakers of influence; be it political, business related or other miscellaneous agendas. 

Steve Dimon has been a lobbyist for 30 plus years and gave us an inside look into the job that some deem as evil while others consider it a needed ally for success. What are YOUR perceptions? Validate them or be surprised at how this world really works on this latest edition of WHISKEY BUSINESS. 

It’s easy to see why we think Dan is "The Man" on this particular podcast because our good friend, Dan Swarthout has worn many hats over the course of his life: lawyer, comedian, Mayor of Powell, Ohio, 18+ years of comedically prepping a crowd before the start of Ohio Lottery’s Cash Explosion TV show (taking a breath here) “early” podcast pioneer, and TV historian!

The show could’ve been, in length, about any of the above, but we tried to cover them all and in the process went down some delightful rabbit holes that will surprise and please. Enjoy this latest episode of WHISKEY BUSINESS.

Whiskey Business kicked off the New Year with a new bourbon and a fairly new distillery to usher in 2024. 

Leather and Oak Spirits founded in 2019 out of Hilliard, Ohio joined the podcast as Steve Lambert and Dave Sheppard shared their journey with not only a fine bourbon but also a nice limoncello that the boys crank out with love and care. 

The bourbon was about as old school as you could get. 100% corn. The limoncello was about as old country as you could get as they eventually got the recipe from a lovely Italian woman who finally caved and allowed Steve and Dave to share it with the world. 

It’s a fun chat about the love of whiskey and more importantly the time and care that goes into making a good one. Here we go, people! Whiskey Business is back!

Our annual Christmas Podcast didn’t disappoint as joy, laughter and true sentiment guided the evening. Join us as we talk with friends and former podcast guests about 2023 and what lies ahead in 2024 while we plowed through some remnant bottles and some Gatto’s Pizza. Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah (I know it’s over) and Happy Kwanza. And if you have no religious affiliations…Happy December! See you in 2024!!!

Comedian Mike Larsen returned to Whiskey Business and was locked and comedically loaded to talk about the aftermath of November 7th voting in Ohio, while also taking a peek at the presidential election in 2024. 

   Politics are always divisive but if we don’t find a way to laugh, we cry. No tears on this episode. The conversation got serious at times but laughter was never too far away. 

   Larsen, who had a long career in television comedy writing while living in Los Angeles actually ran for office here in Ohio when he decided to call it career in Hollywood and come back to simpler ways of living. Yeah. So run for office. Thats simple. He witnessed the political machinery first hand and came away “funnier” and wiser for the experience.  

   Enjoy this episode as we offer up humor, empathy, apathy, some objectivity and as is the case with politics- no real answers.

Whiskey Business took it on the road for our annual Halloween episode in front of a live audience. Recorded at The Jury Room, this bar is considered to be one of the most haunted public drinking establishments in Ohio. From murdering Madams to bereaved and suicidal fathers, we covered a lot of supernatural bases with the bar’s owner, Megan Dempsey and our very own Ghost Whisperer, Ralph Scott. Are you a believer? This podcast may give you pause and make you wonder if you’re not. 

Also in the mix was Chris Hamel who joined us to talk about the upcoming Nightmares Film Festival coming to The Gateway Theater in Columbus. Who knows? Maybe you’re coming to it as it’s been dubbed “The Cannes of the horror film genre.” A spooky good time was had by all along with special mixes of alcoholic “spirits”concocted by our friend, Jesse Hubbard. Tune in. If…you…dare. Eh. That’s too much. Just listen. It’s good. Cheers. 

October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month and for years, Dino has been a huge advocate for the families and The Down Syndrome Association of Central Ohio which you may commonly know as DSACO. 

But there’s nothing common about these families and the organization. On the heels of another successful DSACO BUDDY WALK, it gave us great pleasure to welcome Kari Jones and Mike Messina to share stories, insights, progress and what’s still left to do further awareness and education. There’s also information about a great event with FADO’S and Clyde Mays Whiskey taking place on October 11 that will bring whiskey lovers and supporters together for a magical night. Get inspired, enlightened and entertained with this latest episode of Whiskey Business. Cheers!

And now that we have your attention, we’re talking about Bocce, as Chris and Dante Lovell, AKA The Bocce Bros returned to Whiskey Business to talk about the rising popularity of the sport, be you a casual player or a competitive one. But as is the case on our show we went down several paths: sibling rivalries, family, relationships, crazy stories from the past and yeah…some metaphorical “ball busting.” All if it accompanied by a bottle of Sagamore Rye which went down faster than a striking bocce ball. A lot of fun. A lot of laughs. And a lot of whiskey. (They dove into my stash once the Sagamore was drained.) Pickleball ain’t nothin’! Bocce, baby…Bocce. Enjoy. 

Bill Demora returned to Whiskey Business as we had to accommodate his annual rite of football passage and have him on to ensure at the very least…a winning season for THE Ohio State Buckeyes. 

This time around the superstitious landscape was a little different as he is now a state Senator for Ohio and his commitment to the office could incur havoc to his firmly entrenched traditions. We discussed the season, the QB situation, what happens if Coach Ryan Day loses three in a row to Michigan and would he run for office again if for some reason the Buckeyes lost with this change in his work dynamic. Insane? Yeah. It was. But fun as hell to watch or listen to. Can a Buckeye season hinge on one man? He seems to think so. 

Longtime friend of Whiskey Business, Jesse Hubbard returned to the podcast to talk about his recent book, Punk Rock and Cocktails Vol. 2 but of course the conversation drifted into so much more in respects to music. First concerts, fave concerts, what decade do you wish you could’ve musically lived in, and yeah…Barry Manilow confessions. 

A good time shared over a bottle Willet Family Estate Small Batch Rye, it was another for the books along with a “book” you should add to you collection. 

Whiskey Business got reacquainted with itself as The Boys have been busy in their own worlds outside the podcast. Trips to Tulsa, vacations in Michigan, a taping for true crime episode for Oxygen, and a short stand in The World Series of Poker. Oh, and Greg’s dad joined us. A delightful chat with John Hansberry which gave us a little more insight into our audio producer, Greg who I affectionately refer to as “the son I never wanted.” A fun podcast with a bottle of E.H. Taylor Small Batch Bottled in Bond to go along with it. Enjoy. 

Improv comedian, actor, and (yes) math professor returned to Whiskey Business for another fun and unpredictable visit that included unexpected encounters with Dave Chappelle, Tina Fey, making independent films, how to properly write off your gas mileage (See? Math!) and the trials and tribulations of taking your 85-year-old father to renew his driver’s license. Yeah, a lot of fun on this. Dare I say, something for everybody? I dare. Enjoy.

The boys of Echo Spirits, Nikhil Sharoff and Joe Bidinger returned to Whiskey Business to get down to some, well…Whiskey Business. 

On the heels of their recently released rye, the boys have introduced not one but TWO new bourbons to their stable. I mean, if you’re gonna make a bourbon why not throw a single barrel into the mix why you’re doing it, right? 

It’s another win for Echo and a great podcast for you as we chat with the boys about how far they’ve come and where they’re going. 

Whiskey Business is thrilled to bring back THE PREMISE! Our live comedy/game show/podcast, where two comedic talents are handed a “premise“ the night of the show and then have 20 minutes to write 5 minutes of material which they will then perform. Also included in the evening is a guest comic, conversation and lots of unpredictable fun! At the end of the evening the audience will determine who “Nailed The Premise.”

On this episode it’s Dan Sebree going up against Ian Miller in the Premise Competition and our guest comic is Mike Larsen. Enjoy and we’ll see you next time on THE PREMISE. 

While that may sound like something you would say while sitting on the front porch in the South, it was instead a tasting of some mighty fine whiskey from Ed Carey and Magnolia Spirits. 

The former real estate developer, Ed took his love of the sweet, brown liquor and made it his own with currently three blended products which are smooth, rich in flavor and sure to please the most discriminate whiskey drinker. 

We sampled a wheated bourbon, a rye and a barrel proof whiskey. Each seemingly as good as the other, though we all had a favorite. 

Ed’s philosophy is simple. Bottle some good whiskey and share it with good friends. Mission accomplished on this week’s Whiskey Business. 

Hard to believe it’s been a year already, but Whiskey Business had its Annual Oscar Podcast with George Wolf and Hope Madden from The Screening Room Podcast to determine who will Oscar gold. 

While it seems that Everything, Everywhere looks like a slam dunk and may carry the night, the conversation did drift to some potential upsets and dug even deeper into what makes an Oscar nominated picture or performance a “winner.”

No matter which way it goes on Oscar night THIS years annual podcast is definitely a lock, so check it out before you fill out those ballots for your Oscar party. 

“And the winner is…Whiskey Business!”

Eh…we can dream. 

James Hagerty, author of the new book, YOURS TRULY, A Guide To Writing Life Stories, joined Whiskey Business and left us with a lesson: you don’t have to be famous to leave your story behind. 

Having written 900 plus obituaries for the Wall Street Journal, James takes his gift and shares the stories of how people lived rather than dwell on the loss of their departure from this world. 

It made for an introspective night of questions, self awareness and the reminder that we only die once, but we “live” for much longer and how we lived is what people should remember. 

YOURS TRULY was selected by the Washington Post as one of ten noteworthy books published last December and is available on Amazon.com

Like the plot of a classic Frank Capra movie, a frequent guest on Whiskey Business returned to the podcast with for a different reason. 

Our friend, Bill Demora, aka The World’s Most Superstitious Buckeye Fan sat down with us this time as the now Honorable William P. Demora, Ohio Senator. 

Find out how this all happened and while honored to have the elected position why our friend wants everyone to know “he’s still, Bill.”

Referring to himself as “the accidental Senator” it’s a position he’s humbled to have and does not take lightly. His passion for the job is evident and the commitment is real. Don’t worry, he’s not leaving his beloved Buckeyes behind. But now Ohio State has a #1 fan in the Ohio Senate, and that passion for what happens on the field may now be channeled to the Senate floor as well. 

Jim Canepa, the Superintendent of Ohio Liquor Control, once again joined Whiskey Business for an overdue visit to talk about where things are at with liquor in Ohio and I’m pleased to say our glass remains full and then some. 

A job that was supposed to last 6 weeks for Jim when initially asked to “fix” a few things for the state, has fortunately become a permanent position and Ohio is better for it. 

Ranking 4th behind much larger states like California, Texas, and Florida, Ohio continues to step up its game. 

The visit with Jim is always informative but always fun as he also brought some whiskeys that were NOT bourbons that bourbon lovers would most likely embrace in a big way. (I could drink a water glass full of one of them. That’s how smooth and tasty one of them was.)

So enjoy this latest podcast with The Boss of Ohio Booze. Learn, laugh, and look forward to Ohio continuing to be a player in libations. 

OVER THE LIMIT(what you should know about breathalyzer machines and getting pulled over for drunk driving)

Whiskey Business kicked off the year with guest “Super Lawyer” Jon Saia and his vast knowledge of OVI laws and the technology of the breathalyzer machines that amazingly can work for AND against you. EVEN IF YOU HAVEN’T had a drop of alcohol!

Everyone metabolizes alcohol differently. Dino had 7 shots of Jack Daniel’s and blew under the limit. John Whitney nursed a drink and a half and almost blew OVER the limit. Greg Hansberry, who is doing a Dry January, ate 2 pieces of Wonder Bread and still registered on the machine. How? Why? What?!!!! The fascinating information is in this first podcast of the year with the big takeaway message being, DON’T DRIVE DRUNK. But..if you’re a “I’m fine, I got this” drinker then listen or watch this podcast. 

The punch was spiked. The guests were spirited. The mood was festive and another Christmas Show on Whiskey Business “wrecked” the halls. 

With guests from Christmas’ past and present, the future of Whiskey Business looks bright. Ok. I think I’m out of puns. 

Enjoy this end of year podcast and we’ll see you with the “next bottle” in 2023!

Whiskey Business got their freak and geek on (proud card carrying members) and enjoyed a visit with Scott Morris from Comic Town. 

They got into what’s hot, what’s not and what might be hot in the future. And let’s not forget the Whiskey Business rabbit holes…We went down a few of those as well discussing how comics reflect American History and the impact of comics through the years, and why I identify with The Batman. Oh, and sadly we found out that Hansberry’s Crack’d comics are worth less than what he paid for them. Not every book can be HULK #181. Enjoy!

Comedian Henry Allen joined Whiskey Business to talk about the current biz of comedy. 

Henry started doing standup when he was 17 years old and now being the wily veteran at 30, he had some interesting and funny views about where comedy was when he started and where it is now; what’s funny, what’s taboo and how the politically correct chains may be loosening a bit. 

As is always the case on Whiskey Business, we go down a few rabbit holes as well. All of it accompanied by a bottle of Bardstown Fusion #5. 

Enjoy and as always thanks for listening and watching on YouTube. 

Whiskey Business got a jump on Halloween with a live audience at 451 SPIRITS and our first LIVE Halloween Special. 

Yes, we’ve had “spooky” guests in the past during the month of October, but this was the first time we’ve done it with a studio audience. 

Enjoy Hope Madden and George Wolf talking about their soon-to-be seen movie, OBSTACLE CORPSE. 

Stay riveted with E.R. Buckright, sharing tales of ghostly phenomenon from his new book, HAUNTED CEMETERIES OF OHIO.

We wrap it up chatting with Jesse Hubbard, author and bartender extraordinary who made a special concoction for the evening and Chad Kessler of 451 Spirits as we enjoyed his BONE SHAKER whiskey throughout the night. 

The show was great, the audience was fantastic and the night exceeded expectations. 

Also…big thanks to GATTO’S PIZZA for supplying the all the pies! Scary good stuff. 

Attorney Bret Adams and host of the podcast, Lawyers Are A**holes, joined Whiskey Business for a “spirited” chat about the problems with the legal system, being a sports agent and actually “buying a town” in order to help south eastern Ohio become a bourbon trail of its own. 

A bottle of Wild Turkey Rare Breed Barrel Proof Rye loosened the chat up a little with hopefully nothing said that could be “used against us.” 

Bret will most likely return as we just scratched the surface this time out, but until that return occurs enjoy the “good pours and good conversations.”

Whiskey Business went “dry” for only the second time in our history of podcasting, tossing a nod to those giving Sober September a shot and accommodating our guest, Jeff Gage who’s made a decision to stop drinking as well. 

Good, hot coffee was served and provided the opportunity to discuss those times when drinking didn’t turn out so well. We’ve all been there. There was humor in the stories but also lessons in the mix as well. Sometimes it’s good to take a step back and see where you’ve been with booze and more importantly where you are. Hindsight CAN BE 20/20, but only if you able to see it. Enjoy a sobering Whiskey Business and take care of yourselves. We’ll be back with another good pour and conversation in the days to come. 

The Internet can be a helpful and wonderful place. But it can also serve as a platform for wicked and destructive deeds as well. 

Peter Jon Ross, independent filmmaker, joined Whiskey Business to talk about his festival award winning documentary, SOCIAL MEDIA MONSTER. A still in-play-as-we-speak journey of an ongoing battle with an Internet Troll who’s wreaked his own personal havoc on Peter and countless others and continues to do so. It’s a fascinating story that will make you think twice before you “click” on something and maybe give you pause before you “send” something in return. 

Ok. We’re taking some liberties with the title of this week’s podcast, but not with our guest, Coyote Peterson. 

The YouTube phenom and creator of Brave Wilderness graced us with an an amazing podcast that traced the roots of his success, the future of his wilderness enterprise and a few stops in between which include becoming crocodile snacks, Big Foot, the REAL dangers of his work and how what he does is so much more than just being bitten or stung by some bug, spider or creature. 

And if everything goes to plan, Coyote may actually be taking Dino down a path that will force the Whiskey Business host to face a huge fear and phobia. We’ll see. Enjoy. And stay tuned…This adventure is just beginning. 

Whiskey Business took a libation detour to focus on an upcoming “rum” release concocted by two gentlemen who know their spirits well: Chad Kessler of 451 Spirits and author and award winning bartender, Jesse Hubbard. 

Chad who we affectionately refer to as the “mad scientist of distillers” in Columbus, Ohio joined forces with Jesse to create a new coffee infused rum that will delight any and all rum enthusiasts. 

The story of how RAG & BONE came to its fruition and how two friends put it all together gives a whole new meaning to “demon rum.”  

Check out this entertaining and thought provoking podcast that’s all about following your “muse” be it written, played, or in this case, eventually bottled and poured. 

You Never Forget Your First…Your first tattoo, that is. This week Whiskey Business went to TAT FRANKLIN and Dino got his first tattoo at 63 years of age and the whole procedure and conversation is on this podcast in real time, accompanied by a bottle of Master Distiller #1 from Jack Daniel’s (after I signed the paperwork granting permission.)

Granted, Dino’s first tattoo wasn’t too elaborate or too intricate but it was appropriate: the molecular formula for whiskey. Mat picked out a cool manual typewriter font as well and Dino collects manual typewriters, so there was a lot of serendipity going on with this procedure. Give a listen or better yet- a view on YouTube and watch the whole thing unfold. 

Get answers to questions you may have. Hear some outlandish tattoo stories, and watch Mat Franklin, a true master of his craft take you through it all. 

Many thanks to Mat and his wife, Liz and Tat Franklin. They say tattoos are like potato chips and you can’t have just one. That may be true. Dino is already thinking of the next one.

Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter, Jeff Svoboda joined Whiskey Business to talk hockey, hope and “here we go again”as the NHL Draft and Free Agency has commenced. 

The late breaking news before we started talking was the acquisition of Johnny Hockey! Johnny Gaudreau is now a Blue Jacket and we talked about the impact that could have on the franchise. And we talked…about the Browns, football in general, hot streaks, cold streaks and enjoyed some Evan Williams Small Batch in the process. 

Grab your stick. Hit the ice. (In this case I mean ice cubes) And enjoy this installment of Whiskey Business. 

Whiskey Business consisting of Dino Tripodis, Greg Hansberry and John Whitney, voluntarily went down their own rabbit hole this week talking about the Paramount Plus limited series THE OFFER. 

It’s the 50th anniversary of the film The Godfather and The Offer tells the story about how one of the greatest films in history almost did not get made at all. 

The boys separated the fact from the fiction, indulged in their favorite performances, and even attempted some bad impressions of famed producer, Robert Evans. 

The Offer is Godfather candy and we ate it up. Enjoy what we enjoyed and check the series out for yourself if you haven’t done so already. 

“Do it, booby. Trust me. It’s Grade A,” said the bad Robert Evans impersonator.

Whiskey Business enjoyed another visit from Pete “Whiskey Pete” Wagner, Ambassador for Brown Forman, as we talked about and tasted the first two NEW expressions from Jack Daniel’s in 25 years. And they’re here to stay!

Two great bottles: Jack Daniel’s Bonded and Jack Daniels Triple Mash are a couple of 100 proof future favorites for Jack fans and anybody who likes whiskey. 

Pete, of course was funny and informative and hinted (but could not confirm) some other future Jack news that we’ll just have to wait and see about. In the meantime, pick up these reasonably priced bottles and pour a glass or four while enjoying this latest installment of Whiskey Business. 

Whiskey Business had a rockin’ good time with Amee Belwanzo who is part of TRASHETE, a band consisting of Amee and three other moms who write and play original music. 

Music being a huge part of her life since she was a kid, Amee talked about how the band started and has changed through the last decade and how it feels to be “back out there” doing what she loves and now shares with her daughter as well. Yeah…a 7yr. old who digs The Ramones? Cool, right?

Enjoy this latest installment of Whiskey Business which also marks our 200th bottle on the podcast. We haven’t repeated one yet! At least we don’t think so. Hahaha!

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Whiskey Business finally nailed down a conversation with comedian Kenny Mock, who’s been touring with fellow comedian and Tik Tok phenom, Jason Banks. To quote Jason, “Yeah, Kenny is getting too funny. He’s making my job harder.” One of the best compliments one comic can give another.

The usually quiet and private Kenny opened up quite a bit with Dino, Greg and John and still kept bringing the funny as we covered family, life, how comedians source their material and if there’s such a thing as “unintentional racism” in these complicated politically correct times. 

A great conversation accompanied by a bottle of Yellowstone Hand Picked Single Barrel made for great podcast that begs for Kenny Mock to return for another round of Whiskey Business. 

Whiskey Business was thrilled to have one of the best movie bloggers in the business, Marc Heuck from The Projector Has Been Drinking (and so much more. Google him) back for an overdue visit. 

The evening consisted of conversations ranging from movies, their history, Quentin Tarantino, and even an emotional peeling back of HEUCK himself. 

Accompanied appropriately by a bottle of Dorothy Arzner straight rye whiskey from Francis Ford Coppola (yeah, she factors into this podcast too), the night was a serendipitous evening of insight, laughter and more from one of the most delightfully eccentric, genius minds I’ve had the pleasure to call “friend.” Enjoy. 

Just after Easter comes a debut novel from Hope Madden that will make you think twice about the joys of Easter Sunday. 

Dino, Greg and John sat down with Hope and discussed the wonderfully creepy novel. Without providing any spoilers, we got into Hope’s writing process, her frame of references and if the old adage, “write what you know” is true. If so…it makes ROOST that much more of fun and curious read. 

Normally when we talk to Hope it’s about movies along with her husband George Wolf. This time around it’s all Hope and what exactly is at “roost” in her new book. Enjoy.

We certainly thought so as Dino and the Whiskey Business boys sat down with one of Dino’s oldest and best friends, Greg Dettorre. 

The two friends will be celebrating their 45th class reunion later this year and took the opportunity to reminisce, pine and laugh for 90 plus minutes as they reviewed moments of their lives that seem liked they happened last week let alone 45 years ago. 

Learn about “The Dognut Rule.” Who did Dino and Greg BOTH have a crush on but didn’t know until this podcast? What was “THE WALL?” And did you have a similar place growing up? 

The guest bottle was also from the past: a bottle of Seagrams VO mixed with Fresca to capture the memory of what we thought were “cocktails” back in the day. 

If you want to laugh, then listen or watch. If you want to remember fonder and easier times in your life, then listen or watch. Either way this installment of Whiskey Business is one for the Yearbooks! Enjoy!

No. Not jiggy. We’ve had enough of that this week. Dino and the Whiskey Business boys had an amazing chat with Jeb Bigelow, who some 30 years ago started his OWN awards show, THE JEBBY’S, which has now become a staple of recognition and achievement in the Central Ohio Theater community. 

Picked entirely by Jeb there is no “BEST” awards. Instead there are “FAVORITES” and what’s more amazing is how many people now want the distinction and honor of winning one. 

Jeb attends between 80 to 120 theater performances a year. A full time job which he is NOT compensated for. His real job? A pharmacist. Yup. We talk about that as well in this fun and insightful installment which also included some excellent pours from a one of a kind bottle of Old Forester Single Barrel/Barrel Strength Bourbon which was a private pick for the Columbus Italian Club. Rarities all around on this week’s Whiskey Business! Enjoy!

Whiskey Business welcomed back the brains and talent behind the Echo Spirits Distilling Co.

Joe Bidinger and Nikhil Sharoff joined us for the first time since we saw them remotely during the pandemic. 

They brought along some staples AND a bottle that as of this podcast is already SOLD OUT! 

Tune in and hear the story behind Bavarian Rhapsody, a joint concoction between Echo Spirits and North High Brewing Company and get some updates on all the other great moves going on at Echo. 

Oscar season is rolling around which meant another informative and entertaining podcast with our movie experts, George Wolf and Hope Madden. 

Through the years their predictions have stayed in the 95 percentile of “nailing it” as to who would walk away with Oscar gold. But this year there’s an interesting twist as our usually “on the same page couple” split on what they think will be Best Picture. What did they pick? Why did they pick it? Is this the movie they WANT to win or the movie they THINK will win? So many other questions as well and…(What?! Music? I’m being played off? Are you kidding me? Fine.) 

Enjoy this annual podcast and “Thank you, Whiskey Business fans! This is for you!”

The Whiskey Business Boys brought in the Lenten season with a Fat Tuesday to be remembered.  

A Crave Case of White Castles and a liter of Old Crow was the indulgence of the night. And with Sloth and Gluttony covered, we discussed the remaining 7 Deadly Sins.  Enjoy this indulgent episode which included our honorary member of the group, Chip Kocel chiming in on the fun.

After months of anticipation, what took place on a November night at Watershed Distillery along with Whiskey Business finally became a reality as Dino, Greg and John saw their Private Selection Pick of Watershed Bourbon get released into the whiskey wild. 

The 4 year old single barrel, barrel strength bourbon clocked in at around 119 proof with a warm, fruity nose, spicy palette, and smooth warm finish that hugs for good long bit after making its way in. 

In this video Dino talks with Watershed's Aaron and Greg on how this bottle came to be, and how YOU can get one for yourself as the quantity is limited. It’s yet another “watershed moment” on Whiskey Business. 

Whiskey Business was amazed and impressed with their guest John Barlow from Purple Shark Designs who can make “seemingly” anything you want for you, your business, club, etc. With a gift for the creative and imaginative, John explained how Purple Shark came to be and how “doing something for a few friends” has turned into a company that supplies memories and mementos that last a life time...he might even make some Whiskey Business swag for YOU!

Whiskey Business had the pleasure of spending some time with acclaimed cartoonist and sought after story board artist, Rafael Rosado. 

If animation is your thing you’ve no doubt seen his work on countless shows ranging from The Batman to Mike Tyson Mysteries on the Cartoon Network, to Curious George and The Venture Bros as Rafael has left his stamp on countless projects. He’s worked with Warner Bros, Sony, Disney and Universal (too name a few) and is also the artistic genius behind GIANTS BEWARE and it’s two sequels, which chronicle the “girl power” adventures of Claudette and her friends Gaston and Marie. Enjoy this insightful podcast into the mind and world of a cartoonist who continues to entertain and amaze “kids” of ALL ages. 

Karina Nova, longtime anchor on 10TV in Columbus, Ohio FINALLY was able to join Whiskey Business as she prepares to further her career with a move to San Francisco. 

Tune in and find out how an 8 year girl left her troubled country to find a new life with her family in Ohio. 

Of course we had a lot of laughs along the way AND an inside look at the jungle that is broadcast TV news. 

So, heads up San Fran! There’s a new girl coming to town! Our loss will San Francisco’s gain but everyone wins with this latest Whiskey Business podcast. 

Whiskey Business returned with their first podcast of year and welcomed back Dan Skinner, Health Policy Professor from Ohio University and host of the podcast PROGNOSIS OHIO. 

Of course we covered the state of the State in respects to Omicron but also covered “drinking problems” in the pandemic and how to live to be 100 if we actually think it’s worth it these days. 

As always the serious was sprinkled with the silky and sartorial and enjoyed with our first guest bottle of the new year, some Wild Turkey Rare Breed Barrel Proof Rye. “May old podcasts be forgot and never brought to mind?” Of course not. But enjoy this new one to kick off 2022. 

It was time once again to wrap up another year of Whiskey Business with our annual Christmas show.  A rotating evening of guests , some planned and some not, we covered the holiday gamut: holiday traditions, keeping a business alive during a pandemic, and wrestled important life questions like, “Why are the best Christmas singers Jewish? Enjoy the hodgepodge of holiday havoc and we'll see you in 2022!

Award-winning podcaster, Todd Jones from PRESS BOX ACCESS on the Evergreen Podcast Network, joined Dino and the boys once again to talk about the blurred lines between sports and entertainment. Remember when The Rose Bowl was the end all be all of college football? Eh. Remember when we didn’t need a 4 hour Selection Sunday Show to find out who was going where? Lots was discussed. The Buckeyes, The Bearcats, a remembrance of college football past when #1 was a pick made after a handful of bowl games on New Years Day. We also dived into what Todd does on his podcast: talking to the sportswriters who wrote passionately about the games and battles they watched and reported on It’s sports. It’s history. With some humor and candor tossed in for good measure. And…a bottle of Elijah Craig small batch barrel proof bourbon to keep us company through it all. Enjoy.

Dante and Chris Lovell aka The Bocce Bros, joined Dino and the boys on Whiskey Business for a fun and spirited conversation about the centuries old sport of Bocce. From its roots to its growing popularity, to their efforts to make it an Olympic sport, the podcast covered a lot of ground including: the skill set, the competitiveness, and a good dose of sibling rivalry between the two teammates who sometimes face each other as opponents. Move over Curling! Bocce is alive and well and growing!

The absolutely wonderful Nicky Winkelman joined the boys on Whiskey Business for a chat about life, comedy, being a mom, a future wife, depression, anxiety, joy and yeah-even the color of pee. It’s an hour of honest and open conversation that you won’t want to miss. Coupled with a bottle of Whistlepig Roadstock Rye Whiskey it’s what Whiskey Business is all about: A good pour and a good conversation.

Whiskey Business got curious about the mystical and spiritual journey that comes with Ayahuasca, a plant based “tea” that puts the recipient on a path of spiritual awakening and enlightenment. 

Matt Benjamin joined the podcast to discuss his reasons for taking the journey and how it’s changed his life for the better. 

Is it a cure for addiction, mental illnesses, depression and so many other things that one can’t find on their own? Or is it just a “trip” down another hallucinogenic rabbit hole? The discussion itself was candid, enlightening and fascinating. Decide for yourself with this very deep and interesting edition of Whiskey Business. 

Alex Hastie, host of Ohio v The World, joined Whiskey Business to talk about one of the biggest fiascos in baseball promotion history: 10 CENT BEER NIGHT at Cleveland Municipal Stadium in June of 1974. The stars misaligned as the Indians took on the Rangers in what is arguably one of the most messed up baseball games ever. Streakers, fights, bare breasted women, theft, arrests, injuries and of course…10 CENT BEERS. What could possibly go wrong? Um…only everything. Enjoy, learn and…have a beer? Nah…stick to whiskey. 

This year's annual Halloween episode on Whiskey Business may just be our most unconventional holiday episode to date. Yeah, there’s scary stuff in it; Anne Dimmick from Watershed Distillery dealing with a demon in a hotel room. And her Catholic faith came into play as well when she sought out the guidance of Fr. Nic Ventura. 

What Fr. Nic brought to the table was some fascinating insight into evil itself. Have you ever been told to “sage” your house to rid it of a negative or evil presence? Fr. Nic will tell you why that might be a mistake. 

Faith, the supernatural, religion, demonic possession and of course some fine Watershed bourbons to keep us company through it all. It’s our Annual Halloween episode on Whiskey Business! Don’t listen alone. 

Hansberry's kids join Dino to chat about the important issues...root beer, holidays, and ghosts.

The title says it all, but the movie Gary Jones made says the rest. 

Whiskey Business dove into the realm of lower budget action movies with Writer/Director Gary Jones and Chris Hahn who plays Bunyan in the film. 

A fun, funny and fascinating conversation about the trials and tribulations of making movies took place with insights into how to make something BIG with a small, less-than-standard Hollywood budget. 

Filmed in Ohio, the film has notable and familiar actors like Nick Turturro and Lawrence Hilton Jacobs and star Robert Bronzi who bears an uncanny resemblance to Charles Bronson. Tune in and find out why that was by design. 

We also (by design) shared a bottle of Big House bourbon. That seemed appropriate since we were talking about a prison film. 

So give a listen. Hey- it’s not “hard time” it’s a good time. 

Whiskey Business entertained the return of The Most Superstitious Buckeye Fan In The World, Bill Demora…one more time. Not to get an update on his superstitions. We’ve covered that. This was more of an “intervention” on the superstitions as we told him “It has to stop!”

What follows is another humorous discussion (with rationalizations from Billy) as to why it can’t AND the only way it CAN come to an end. And no, it’s not us killing him. Lol. Enjoy. 

Welcome to the show that didn’t have a big enough budget for video. So, sit back, sip on your favorite beverage, and enjoy the comedy stylings of Jon Osbeck, Ralph Scott, and Dino Tripodis. With special guests Todd Covert, John Whitney, and Susan Wismar. Audio recording by Greg Hansberry. Sound Design by Robin Gulcher. The Half Hour Comedy Hour is a Big Deal Pictures production in association with Never The Luck Productions.

Whiskey Business sat down with Jon Osbeck and Ralph Scott to get a preview of THE HALF HOUR COMEDY Hour (that’s more like 15 minutes). It's a comedic endeavor which involved a cavalcade of talent that included all of us here at Whiskey Business. 

But then the conversation turned (as it often does) into the semantics of comedy: Whats funny? Why is it funny? Can funny be taught? And a whole lot more. Enjoy this podcast and then look for the debut of The Half Hour Comedy Hour right on its heels.

Whiskey Business went on location to Columbus' Watershed Distillery for a very special podcast. We were asked to help pick their next single barrel selection...what we didn't know was that the bottle we selected would be an exclusive Whiskey Business release! Needless to say we were honored, flattered and then we got serious about the juice we were tasting knowing that our name would be on the bottles. It was another magical night at Watershed Distillery full of laughs, information, and (Shhhhhh!) even some secrets were revealed. Ultimately we landed on what we think is an exceptional choice that will soon be available exclusively in the Watershed bottle shop. Another Watershed moment. Another Whisky Business memory. Enjoy!

Whiskey Business had the pleasure of talking with Master Distiller, Mark Coffman as Town Branch Distillery releases three new bottles exclusive to the State of Ohio. Three bottles that our own Dino Tripodis had a hand in selecting with OHLQ.

Mark shared stories and educated us on the new releases...a bourbon, a rye and a really smooth drinking single malt whiskey. Get 'em while you can! But, enjoy this podcast whenever you want.

Die-hard baseball and Cleveland Indians fan, Chuck Lombardo returned to Whiskey Business to discuss the name change of his beloved Indians to The Guardians, as we discovered it wasn’t so much about the name going away as it was the memories. 

A lot of laughs, and thoughtful discussion came into play over a bottle of Cleveland Black Reserve that was emptied before our game ended. Enjoy!

Road Trip! Greg takes a trip to visit Whiskey Business..BAR! Yes, it's a liked named establishment in Chicago where he shares a bottle of Columbus' Echo Rye and talks shop.

The longer we spoke with Jason Banks, the more personal and deeper we got, AND funnier. Tune in to find out how the Tik Tok phenomenon is not resting his comedy laurels on this current ride but instead is looking ahead to the future. And if you missed Part One, go back and check that out as well. ENJOY!!!!

Comedian Jason Banks has been making audiences laugh for over 15 years. When the pandemic hit, Jason, like a lot of comedians found himself out of work and took to Tik Tok to create some content and keep the creative juices flowing. What happened as a result was a viral, phenomenon of a following that has propelled Jason to become one of the hottest comedians in the country. 

Life can change fast and Jason talks with Dino and the boys of Whiskey Business about it all: the fame, the fans, and the future. It’s a two-parter full of fun, honesty, sincerity and a lot of laughs. 

Usually with one guest you’ll get into one topic. But not with Travis Irvine.

On his second appearance on Whiskey Business we covered a lot of bases: Politics, the pandemic, getting Covid in Wyoming, a new documentary he directed on how America killed someone’s mother and even a little bit of professional soccer. 

Always entertaining and always surprising, Travis breezed through an hour and probably could’ve gone an hour more. 

The bottle of George Dickel Single Barrel may have slowed us down but what was put out there is great and will provide you with an entertaining and informative listen. Join us. A good pour and a good conversation is what we strive for. Mission accomplished!

Rick Gethin from Cat Club Podcast joined Dino and the boys of Whiskey Business as they bellied up to the romance, intrigue and unspoken comfort of the “dive bar.” We all have favorites. We all go to them for are own reasons. The one thing we all have in common? We’re glad we have them and that their doors are open, their bottles aren’t on measured pours and that there’s always a stool we can call our own. Dive in and enjoy this latest episode of Whiskey Business.