United States of Dramerica
United States of Dramerica
There is nothing like a dram of whisky to inspire an important conversation.Each week we sit down with a guest from the worlds of entertainment, sport or business and they tell their story over a glass of whisky.
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Episode 54 - David Mackay, Virgin Galactic Chief Pilot
We talk to David Mackay, the Chief Pilot for Virgin Galactic. He tells us his journey from a young boy in northern Scotland watch…
Episode 50 - John Sipher, ex-CIA operative
For our 50th episode of the podcast, we have ex-CIA operative John Sipher. In a powerful and damning interview he talks about the…
Episode 48 - Patrick Davies, former British Deputy Ambassador to the …
We talk to former British Deputy Ambassador in Washington Patrick Davies. He talks about Biden's historic victory, the chaos of w…
Episode 47 - David Kwong, puzzler and magician
We talk to the multi-talented David Kwong about puzzling during lockdown, missing live audiences and his love of bringing magic t…
Episode 37 - Natalie Morales
We have a very funny and very honest conversation with actor, writer and director Natalie Morales. She talks about her love for t…
Episode 30 - Laura Schwab, Aston Martin
We talk to Aston Martin’s President for the Americas Laura Schwab. She tells us about her love for the iconic British brand, the …
Episode 17 - Jeff B Cohen, Chunk from the Goonies
We talk to Beverly Hills lawyer Jeff B Cohen about writing books, how puberty ruined his child acting career and, of course, bein…
Recent Episodes
Episode 62 - Ricky Crawford, luxury travel expert and Dram Good Laddie
Feb. 22, 2021
We talk to veteran whisky and luxury travel expert Ricky Crawford. He tells us about the growing im…
Episode 61 - Dom Madell, New Zealand resident
Feb. 15, 2021
We talk to Dom Madell, resident of Auckland, New Zealand. He explains what it is like living in a r…
Episode 60 - Tracie Franklin, whisky educator and Head Distiller Apprentice
Feb. 8, 2021
We talk to Tracie Franklin, Head Distiller Apprentice at the Nearest and Jack Advancement Initiativ…
Episode 59 - Jon Ryan, Super Bowl winner
Jan. 31, 2021
We talk to Jon Ryan, the Super Bowl winning punter from the Seattle Seahawks. He tells us about the…
Episode 58 - David Balfour, co-founder of LIGHTBLUE and marketing and event expert
Jan. 25, 2021
We talk to event and marketing expert David Balfour. The Scot living in Dubai with plans to expand …
Episode 57 - Estelle McCartney, Chief Customer Officer Arctic Shores and communications professional
Jan. 18, 2021
We talk to Estelle McCartney, Chief Customer Officer for Arctic Shores and veteran communications p…
About the Host
Dan Rutstein
Dan is a former British diplomat and whisky enthusiast.
He started the podcast because he wanted to be able to have important conversations with interesting people over an enjoyable drink.