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Bourbon Charity Blind Tasting
Dec. 5, 2019

Bourbon Charity Blind Tasting

Bourbon Charity, a really incredible force for good in the world (and in the world of spirits), sent along a box of five bottled-in-bond bourbons to sample in the blind. Bob and Brad know which five whiskeys are in the box, but have no idea what's in each numbered bottle. Film & Whiskey Podcast. New episodes every Monday. Check out Bourbon Charity's site for more info. Film & Whiskey Instagram Film & Whiskey Facebook Film & Whiskey Twitter Call-in Line: (216) 800-5923 Email us ! Theme music: "Ne...
Gone With the Wind / Bulleit Barrel Strength
Dec. 2, 2019

Gone With the Wind / Bulleit Barrel Strength

Bob and Brad round out their month of films from 1939 with the Best Picture winner of that year, Gone With the Wind , while sipping on the highest-proof whiskey they've ever featured on the show, Bulleit Barrel Strength . 0:00 - Intro and Initial Thoughts 35:03 - Bulleit Barrel Strength Review 47:00 - Analysis and Final Thoughts Film & Whiskey Podcast. New episodes every Monday. Film & Whiskey Instagram Film & Whiskey Facebook Film & Whiskey Twitter Call-in Line: (216) 800-5923 Email us ! Theme ...
The Wizard of Oz / Redbreast 15
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Nov. 25, 2019

The Wizard of Oz / Redbreast 15

Just in time for Thanksgiving, Bob and Brad continue their block of films from 1939 with the enduring classic The Wizard of Oz . Spoiler alert: Brad might not be a huge fan of this movie. Between criticisms of the script and (for Brad) at least one main character, they find room to praise the music and a lot of the technical achievements of the movie. Still, Dorothy kills two people--KILLS THEM--with no consequences. Meanwhile, they finish off their sampler of Redbreast Irish Whiskey with the Re...
Stagecoach / Jameson
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Nov. 18, 2019

Stagecoach / Jameson

In honor of the 80th anniversary of Hollywood's Golden Year, Bob and Brad continue their block of films from 1939 with the John Ford classic Stagecoach . This is a movie that even Orson Welles praised for its technical brilliance. But does it hold up, even against other Westerns? The guys disagree. They discuss the breakout performance of The Duke himself, John Wayne , and comment on an Oscar-winning turn from character actor Thomas Mitchell . Meanwhile, they finally get around to trying a whisk...
My Favorite Movie with Tim Piersant, Chattanooga Whiskey
Nov. 14, 2019

My Favorite Movie with Tim Piersant, Chattanooga Whiskey

Bob and Brad sit down with Tim Piersant , CEO and co-founder of Chattanooga Whiskey , to drink two varieties of their Tennessee High Malt and discuss Tim's favorite film, National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation . Film & Whiskey Podcast. New episodes every Monday. Film & Whiskey Instagram Film & Whiskey Facebook Film & Whiskey Twitter Call-in Line: (216) 800-5923 Email us ! Theme music: "New Shoes" by Blue Wednesday Sound effects via Daniel Simion and espectral --- Send in a voice message: https:...
Mr. Smith Goes to Washington / Bulleit Bourbon
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Nov. 11, 2019

Mr. Smith Goes to Washington / Bulleit Bourbon

Bob and Brad start their four-week series on the films of 1939 by looking at Frank Capra's government classic "Mr. Smith Goes to Washington" and trying one of America's favorite bourbons. 0:00 - Intro and Initial Thoughts 30:35 - Bulleit Bourbon Review 40:40 - Analysis and Final Thoughts Film & Whiskey Podcast. New episodes every Monday. Film & Whiskey Instagram Film & Whiskey Facebook Film & Whiskey Twitter Call-in Line: (216) 800-5923 Email us ! Theme music: "New Shoes" by Blue Wednesday Sound...
My Favorite Movie with Paul Hletko, FEW Spirits
Nov. 7, 2019

My Favorite Movie with Paul Hletko, FEW Spirits

Bob and Brad sit down with Paul Hletko, founder of FEW Spirits , to drink some delicious rye and discuss Paul's favorite film, 1984 mockumentary classic This is Spinal Tap . Film & Whiskey Podcast. New episodes every Monday. Film & Whiskey Instagram Film & Whiskey Facebook Film & Whiskey Twitter Call-in Line: (216) 800-5923 Email us ! Theme music: "New Shoes" by Blue Wednesday Sound effects via Daniel Simion and espectral --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/filmwhiskey/messageSuppo...
When Harry Met Sally... / Redbreast Lustau
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Nov. 4, 2019

When Harry Met Sally... / Redbreast Lustau

Bob and Brad finally watch a movie that neither of them had seen before, 1989's "When Harry Met Sally..." and move on to the next in their Redbreast lineup. 0:00 - Intro and Initial Thoughts 27:23 - Redbreast Lustau Review 36:42- Analysis and Final Thoughts Film & Whiskey Podcast. New episodes every Monday. Film & Whiskey Instagram Film & Whiskey Facebook Film & Whiskey Twitter Call-in Line: (216) 800-5923 Email us ! Theme music: "New Shoes" by Blue Wednesday Sound effects via Daniel Simion and ...
Big Escambia Blind Tasting
Oct. 31, 2019

Big Escambia Blind Tasting

Bob and Brad make their way through a blind flight sent to them by Sean Dettling of Big Escambia Distilling. Film & Whiskey Podcast. New episodes every Monday. Film & Whiskey Instagram Film & Whiskey Facebook Film & Whiskey Twitter Call-in Line: (216) 800-5923 Email us ! Theme music: "New Shoes" by Blue Wednesday Sound effects via Daniel Simion and espectral --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/filmwhiskey/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/filmwhiskey/support
Alien / EH Taylor Small Batch
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Oct. 28, 2019

Alien / EH Taylor Small Batch

For Halloween, Bob and Brad are joined by guest Jen Lowers to look back on the 40th anniversary of Ridley Scott's classic, Alien . Jen shares that this is one of her all-time favorite films, and she helps the guys break down the deeper meaning of Scott's terror-fest. Meanwhile, the guys sip on some EH Taylor Small Batch , a mid-shelf bourbon that disappears from stores at top-shelf speed. Is it worth the hype? 0:00 - Intro and Initial Thoughts 27:30 - EH Taylor Small Batch Review 36:40- Analysis...
Whiskey Talk with Josh Larsen, "Filmspotting"
Oct. 24, 2019

Whiskey Talk with Josh Larsen, "Filmspotting"

The guys start a new interview series, "Whiskey Talk," and their first guest is Josh Larsen, a Chicago-based movie critic who hosts the incredibly popular podcast Filmspotting . He is also the editor at Think Christian and author of Movies are Prayers . The guys talk with Josh about the nature of film criticism, how the average film-goer can start watching with a more keen eye, and how movies can be like prayers. Meanwhile, they sip on a local Illinois whiskey, FEW Bourbon . Film & Whiskey Podca...
The Dark Knight / Sazerac Rye
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Oct. 21, 2019

The Dark Knight / Sazerac Rye

Bob and Brad kick off season 2 with one of the most popular American films of all-time, Christopher Nolan's Bat-sequel The Dark Knight , and drink an affordable but hard-to-find rye. 0:00 - Intro and Initial Thoughts 32:50 - Sazerac Rye Review 39:35 - Analysis and Final Thoughts Film & Whiskey Podcast. New episodes every Monday. Film & Whiskey Instagram Film & Whiskey Facebook Film & Whiskey Twitter Call-in Line: (216) 800-5923 Email us ! Theme music: "New Shoes" by Blue Wednesday Sound effects ...
Season One Bracket Challenge, Part 2
Oct. 17, 2019

Season One Bracket Challenge, Part 2

Bob and Brad finish out their championship bracket and try two more varieties of Sonoma whiskey. Visit Sonoma Distilling Company's site ! Film & Whiskey Podcast. New episodes every Monday. Film & Whiskey Instagram Film & Whiskey Facebook Film & Whiskey Twitter Call-in Line: (216) 800-5923 Email us ! Theme music: "New Shoes" by Blue Wednesday Sound effects via Daniel Simion and espectral --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/filmwhiskey/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/f...
Season One Bracket Challenge, Part 1
Oct. 14, 2019

Season One Bracket Challenge, Part 1

Bob and Brad put all 32 movies from Season One into a March Madness-style bracket and crown one film the champ. Meanwhile, they sample four different types of whiskey from Sonoma Distilling Company . Visit Sonoma Distilling Company's site ! Film & Whiskey Podcast. New episodes every Monday. Film & Whiskey Instagram Film & Whiskey Facebook Film & Whiskey Twitter Call-in Line: (216) 800-5923 Email us ! Theme music: "New Shoes" by Blue Wednesday Sound effects via Daniel Simion and espectral --- S...
Rear Window / Four Roses Small Batch
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Oct. 7, 2019

Rear Window / Four Roses Small Batch

For the season one finale, Bob and Brad check out the absolute classic suspense thriller Rear Window . After weeks of contentious opinions, will this finally be the film both of our hosts rally around? Both of the guys are impressed with James Stewart 's versatility, but they're more impressed by the females in the cast: Grace Kelly and Thelma Ritter . They also go pretty in-depth on what the film says about each person's role in making a community better. Meanwhile, they try the second of four ...
Forrest Gump / Glenmorangie Nectar D'or
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Sept. 30, 2019

Forrest Gump / Glenmorangie Nectar D'or

Bob and Brad review their fourth film from 1994, Best Picture winner Forrest Gump, and finish off their Glenmorangie sampler.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/filmwhiskey/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/filmwhiskey/support
E.T. The Extra Terrestrial / Laphroaig 10
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Sept. 23, 2019

E.T. The Extra Terrestrial / Laphroaig 10

For their 30th episode, Bob and Brad check out the absolute classic E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial . Bob is convinced this is among director Steven Spielberg 's best films. Brad has never seen it before. Yes, you read that correctly. What will he think of E.T. , especially as an adult? The guys discuss the excellent turns by all the child actors, as well as John Williams ' timeless score. Bob decided to go really deep with his analysis of the film, discussing Spielberg's childhood traumas and the ef...
Top Fives: Football Movies
Sept. 19, 2019

Top Fives: Football Movies

With American football in full swing, Bob and Brad look back on their favorite football movies. Spoiler alert: the pool of good football movies is pretty small. Meanwhile, they go back to one of their favorite bourbon experiences by giving full reviews of Bardstown Bourbon Company 's Fusion and Discovery offerings. Film & Whiskey Podcast. New episodes every Monday. Film & Whiskey Instagram Film & Whiskey Facebook Film & Whiskey Twitter Call-in Line: (216) 800-5923 Email us ! Theme music: "New Sh...
The Shawshank Redemption / Chivas Regal 12
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Sept. 16, 2019

The Shawshank Redemption / Chivas Regal 12

Bob and Brad review director Frank Darabont's 1994 classic, The Shawshank Redemption . This movie is ranked #1 on IMDb's Top 250--above even The Godfather . But how does it hold up, and does it deserve that crown? The guys break down how its near-constant presence on TV has helped shape the film's reception and public image. They also try to dig into whether there's a deeper meaning here, or if the movie wears its message on its sleeve. Meanwhile, they move into Week 3 of the September of Scotch...
Fight Club / Johnnie Walker Black
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Sept. 9, 2019

Fight Club / Johnnie Walker Black

Bob and Brad revisit director David Fincher's 1999 testosterone-fest, Fight Club . Bob comes out pretty early on his dislike for the movie, even in the face of overwhelming public support for it. The guys break down most of the interpretations of the film in light of our current cultural climate, and they both disagree with all of them. Bob says his major gripe with the movie is that it tries to be too many things at once and doesn't succeed fully at any of them. Meanwhile, they move into Week 2...
West Side Story / Glenmorangie Quinta Ruban 12
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Sept. 2, 2019

West Side Story / Glenmorangie Quinta Ruban 12

Bob and Brad revisit the 1961 classic, West Side Story , a movie that Brad's never seen, but both are blown away by how well it holds up. From director Robert Wise 's insane filmography to co-director Jerome Robbins ' tyrannical style, the behind-the-scenes on this one are pretty great.. Meanwhile, they start a new whiskey-related series: the September of Scotch ! For five weeks, they'll be sampling different drams of no-"e" whisky, starting today with Glenmorangie Quinta Ruban . This 12-year fi...
The Treasure of the Sierra Madre / Four Roses
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Aug. 26, 2019

The Treasure of the Sierra Madre / Four Roses

Bob and Brad revisit the absolutely beloved, and yet still somehow underseen, The Treasure of the Sierra Madre . This is a movie that casts a long shadow: it might be the quintessential American "adventure" movie. And it also features some freaking insane performances from Humphrey Bogart and Walter Huston . The guys discuss those performances, as well as that of Tim Holt , who, in his own quiet way, might be the best performer in the whole thing. Meanwhile, thanks to their Instagram friend @ bo...
Top Fives: Animated Vocal Performances
Aug. 22, 2019

Top Fives: Animated Vocal Performances

In this special bonus series, Bob and Brad sit down to debate their personal top five films on a given topic. Today, they argue over vocal performances in animated movies. The guys are upfront about saying these are their favorites , not necessarily the best all-time performances. So James Earl Jones ? You're otta here, Mufasa! But make way for Ralph Fiennes in The Prince of Egypt . What do you think? Who had the better Top 5 list? help settle the debate at our social links below! Film & Whiskey...
Catch Me If You Can / Bulleit Rye
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Aug. 19, 2019

Catch Me If You Can / Bulleit Rye

For their 25th episode, Bob and Brad watch the criminally underrated 2002 caper Catch Me If You Can . Critics are finally reevaluating this gem and arguing that it might be one of director Steven Spielberg 's best films. The guys discuss how well the movie holds up, while still admitting that there are a few flaws. Topics of discussion include Tom Hanks in a true supporting role, what's going on witht hat weird Boston accent, the always underappreciated Amy Adams , and that weird hooker sequence...