Episodes

May 15, 2020

Social Distancing Special #7. Simon Leslie, co-founder of Ink Global

We talk to travel expert Simon Leslie about inspiring his isolated teams, the future of flying and hotels and why good Vegas buffets and cruise ships will survive.

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May 9, 2020

Social Distancing Special #6. Andy Weir, whisky ambassador and Young …

We talk to Andy Weir, brand manager for Aberlour. We talk about the future of drinking in bars, teaching Mel Gibson a Scottish accent and making the most of life’s opportunities.

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May 3, 2020

Social Distancing Special #5. Mike Brewer, Wheeler Dealer.

Motor legend Mike Brewer tells us about sending messages of condolence to Coronavirus victims, social media trolling and buying his first electric car. While drinking Balvenie and worrying about being judged for the amount of...

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April 16, 2020

Social Distancing Special #4. Rachel Rudwall, travel storyteller.

We talk to travel storyteller Rachel Rudwall about contracting and surviving Coronavirus, what she misses about life on the road and the future of travel.

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April 3, 2020

Social Distancing Special #3. Cyrina Fiallo, actress and quarantine s…

We talk to Cyrina Fiallo about appearing in Super Bowl ads, cheering people up with quarantine music and hula-hooping.

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March 26, 2020

Social Distancing Special #2. Noah Evslin, Hollywood writer and produ…

We talk to non-whisky drinker and Hollywood writer Noah Evslin. He tells us whether Coronavirus would have made a believable story, how Grey's Anatomy would have treated this pandemic and how writing rooms may change in the f...

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March 19, 2020

Social Distancing Special. Jennifer Wren, whisky ambassador (again)

We talk to Jennifer Wren (while socially distancing) about the drinks industry in a time of shut bars, finding humor in quarantine and the importance of drinking whisky virtually.

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March 5, 2020

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, being Chunk from the Goonies.

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Feb. 20, 2020

Episode 16 - Jim McCarthy, Goldstar

We talk to Goldstar CEO Jim McCarthy about why people should go to live events, selling bagels and coming of age with whisky.

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Feb. 6, 2020

Episode 15 - Dan Lyle

We talk to US rugby legend Dan Lyle about the LA Sevens, playing in England and commentating for NBC on the Rugby World Cup. He also pays tribute to Kobe Bryant.

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Jan. 23, 2020

Episode 14 - Publicist Daniel Bee and Publisher Michael Keating

We talk to two guests this week, publicist to the stars Daniel Bee and publisher of the world's most read magazine Michael Keating. We cover doing PR for Hugh Hefner, Burns Suppers and growing up in a showbiz family.

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Dec. 19, 2019

Episode 13 - Julian Stone, actor and voice artist

We speak to veteran actor Julian Stone about Baywatch, General Hospital and doing voices for Star Wars, Call of Duty and so much more. All while drinking some Dingle Whiskey.

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Dec. 4, 2019

Episode 12 - Mac & Wild

We talk to the founders of Scottish restaurant and lifestyle brand Mac and Wild about eating better meat, being proud to be Scottish and drinking whisky in the dark. All this, while drinking Highland Park and Dalmore.

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Nov. 19, 2019

Episode 11 - Tom Otley, Business Traveller

This week we talk to Business Traveller Editor Tom Otley about crying babies in business class, reviewing the world's airlines and hotels and staying healthy when on the road. All while drinking Glenlivet.

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Nov. 6, 2019

Episode 10 - Robert Hewitt Wolfe

We talk to TV writer Robert Hewitt Wolfe about Star Trek, Sherlock Holmes and making it in Hollywood over a bottle of Wolfburn.

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Oct. 22, 2019

Episode 9 - Ben Smith

We talk to Laduma CEO Ben Smith about immersive technology, where Sean Connery hides his whisky and arguing with Jose Mourinho.

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Oct. 8, 2019

Episode 8 - Kris Lythgoe, King of Panto

Panto King Kris Lythgoe explains how British pantomime is spreading across America, working with Ariana Grande and life in an entertainment family.

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Sept. 25, 2019

Episode 7 - Red 12

Red 12, part of the British Red Arrows - the RAF's aerobatics display team, joins us to talk about flying across North America, inspiring the next generation of pilots and driving a camper van around Scottish distilleries.

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Sept. 11, 2019

Episode 6 - Lorne Cousin

Glenfiddich Ambassador Lorne Cousin talks about playing bagpipes for Arnie, touring with Madonna and hosting whisky tastings for a living. We're also the first people in America to drunk Glenfiddich Grand Cru.

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Aug. 27, 2019

Episode 5 - Mo Fallon

Multiple Emmy winner Mo Fallon tells us about working with Anthony Bourdain, why he loves Glasgow and why ceramics wasn't the career for him.

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Aug. 14, 2019

Episode 4 - Ross King MBE

Emmy-winning TV star, best-selling author, failed footballer and successful weatherman Ross King MBE joins us. He talks meeting the Queen (twice), his whisky story and how proud he is to be Scottish.

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July 30, 2019

Episode 3 - Jennifer Wren

Chris and Dan sit down with the amazing Jennifer Wren and talk about her life as a whisky ambassador. We cover pronouncing whisky names, sexism in the industry and drink Glenfiddich Fire and Cane out of red plastic cups.

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July 17, 2019

Episode 2 - Nigel Lythgoe OBE

Legendary dance judge, TV Mogul and supporter of all things British, Nigel Lythgoe OBE joins Chris and Dan on the show. They talk dance, promoting Britain and the story of American Idol while enjoying Johnnie Walker Black wit...

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July 2, 2019

Episode 1 - Chris Cusiter

Episode 1 and former Scotland rugby captain Chris Cusiter, the co-host, gets interviewed. And talks about rugby, whisky, losing his 'virginity' and why he wanted to co-host a podcast.

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