As the 6OP team roll out of their malaise brought on by a deep dive into your scoring, we reflect on a joyous June. MTC leads Haway with this weeks ad read, Gavino Rosso welcomes us in Italian and we have the blindest of rankings to wrap up. Before that though, learn about the event that Jon organised and won, the event that Sam organised and won, …

Blind Barrels Tasting and Leland Brewing Update | Whiskey and Wisdom Podcast In this episode of the Whiskey and Wisdom Podcast, hosts Chris Kellum and Tyler welcome back special guest Chris Leko, co-owner of Leland Brewing Company. The trio reminisces about Chris's first appearance on the show and dives into a Blind Barrels whiskey tasting. Blind B…

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In this episode, Tyler interviews Todd from New South Spirits, exploring the journey of starting a distillery, the challenges faced, and the artistry involved in distillation. Todd shares insights into the unique products they offer, including rum and agave spirits, and discusses the importance of quality and customer experience in the spirits indu…

Unveiling the Spirit of Six and 20 Distillery with David Rad | Whiskey Wisdom Podcast In this engaging episode of the Whiskey Wisdom Podcast, co-host Tyler sits down with David Raad, the entrepreneur behind Six and Twenty Distillery. Despite a plumbing emergency, David shares his journey from working overseas to pioneering craft spirits in South Ca…

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In this episode of Surf City Programs, Tyler, Chris and special guest Erik discuss the exciting development of a new family entertainment center in Surf City. They explore the vision behind the project, the challenges of navigating the real estate landscape, and the importance of community support. The conversation delves into the design and planni…

I don’t know where to begin with the blurb for this episode. It went off the rails quickly. Join us for carpet appreciation, allegations of dry humping, jungle animal discussion, a very angry American and an ad read that sounds like it was forced at gunpoint. Apologies in advance. In between the nonsense, we name and shame some rule-breakers and th…

In this episode of the Whiskey Whiskey Podcast, co-host Tyler Yaw and Chris Kellum sit down with George from Surf City Smash to discuss the journey of his restaurant, the importance of quality ingredients, community engagement, and the unique offerings on their menu. George shares insights into his transition from a financial consultant to a restau…

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In this episode of the Whiskey and Wisdom podcast, hosts Tyler and Chris welcome Amanda Swiss, a physician assistant specializing in aesthetics. The conversation flows from light-hearted icebreakers to deeper discussions about Amanda's career path, her passion for aesthetics, and the intricacies of procedures like Botox and fillers. They also touch…

How is it May already? With April in the rear view mirror, unusual names top both the OoM and team draft leaderboards after month one, and there's a new captain for The OoMbots - find out who he's plucked from the dregs free agent pool. We are joined by Captain Dan to dissect the results of the first RACDG major, assess our own OoM performances and…

In this engaging podcast episode, the hosts welcome Tara, a seasoned professional in the service industry, to discuss her journey through bartending, marketing, and the unique concept of a mini golf bar. The conversation delves into the intricacies of bourbon tasting, the challenges of managing a bar, and the creative process behind crafting cockta…

In this engaging conversation, Steven, a mobile bartender known as the Drink Daddy, shares insights into the art of bartending, his journey into the mobile bartending business, and his favorite drinks and techniques. The discussion covers the importance of garnishing, the science behind drink preparation, and the joy of creating memorable experienc…

In this episode of Whiskey and Wisdom, hosts Chris and Tyler engage with Ashley, a nutrition coach, discussing her journey from a traditional medical background to embracing a holistic approach to health. They explore topics such as the transition from coffee to mushroom drinks, the challenges of moving to a new state, and the importance of mindset…

Exploring the Wild World of Modern Whiskey: Trends, Innovations, and Hidden Gems In this episode, join me as I dive deep into the ever-evolving and exciting world of whiskey. Discover the latest trends, including the explosion of craft distilleries and their experimental approaches, unique finishes like maple syrup barrels, and unconventional grain…

Whiskey Wisdom Podcast: Featuring Amanda Wilcox - The Uncensored Nurse Join co-hosts Chris Kellum and Tyler on the Whiskey Wisdom Podcast as they sit down with special guest Amanda Wilcox, a registered nurse and Instagram influencer known as 'The Uncensored Nurse.' In this episode, Amanda shares her fascinating journey of transitioning from traditi…

Ahead of the start of the fifth Order of Merit tomorrow, 6OP are joined by the other four team captains to discuss some slight tweaks to the rules and to undertake the completely meaningless squad draft for the upcoming season. Battle lines are drawn and team names will be revealed as we begin the quest to answer the important questions. Will Pete’…

Discovering Hidden Gems in American Whiskey with Blind Barrels! In this captivating episode of the Whiskey Wisdom Podcast, co-hosts Chris Kellum and Tyler Y. are joined by Bobby DeMars, the founder and CEO of Blind Barrels. Bobby delves into the journey of creating Blind Barrels, a unique subscription service for small American craft whiskeys. Lear…

Top Leadership Mistakes: Insights with Coach Reggie In this episode of the Whiskey and Wisdom podcast, host Chris Kellum and co-host Tyler Yaw welcome back popular guest Coach Reggie, who brings tequila this time to discuss key leadership and management insights from his extensive coaching experience. The team explores 11 common mistakes that leade…

Exploring Local Spirits: Liberty and Plenty Welcome to the Whiskey and Wisdom podcast! Hosts Chris Kellum and Tyler interview Evan Kuck, the Eastern Territory Sales Manager for Liberty and Plenty Distillery based in Durham, NC. In this episode, Evan shares the story behind the distillery, their unique bourbon resting process, and the variety of spi…

Journey back to the 18th century as we explore the origins of Buffalo Trace Distillery, from Native American trails to one of the most iconic bourbon producers in the world. Discover the pivotal moments and key figures like Edmund Haynes Taylor, Jr. and Albert B. Blanton, who shaped the brand's storied history. Learn about the distillery's resilien…

Whiskey and Wisdom Podcast: A Journey of Personal Growth and Health In this episode of Whiskey and Wisdom, co-hosts Chris Kellum and Tyler Yaw Welcome back Angela Thorne, one of their few returning guests. Together, they discuss Angela's journey over the past year, including her decision to step back from her roles at Rodan and Fields to refocus an…

Emerging from hibernation, 6OP returns for season five in this slightly delayed New Year / early Pancake Day special. The flab four discuss the upcoming Order of Merit season, set more goals which will inevitably be forgotten about, chat about their winter golf (or lack thereof) and blind rank some shit – a sure sign that too much YouTube has been …

Revolutionizing Water: Pure Tide's Mission to Combat Plastic Pollution Welcome back to the Whiskey & Wisdom Podcast! In this special episode, hosts Tyler Yaw and Chris Kellum are joined by guest Tyler Williams, founder of Pure Tide Water. They discuss the inspiration behind Pure Tide, a company dedicated to providing premium, plastic-free drinking …

Kombucha Chronicles with Cody Strickland: From MrBeast to World Records In this episode of Whiskey and Wisdom, co-hosts Tyler Yaw and Chris Kellum welcome special guest Cody Strickland. Cody, known for his incredible streak of chugging kombucha for over 844 days, shares his journey into kombucha and its health benefits. The trio discusses Cody's un…

Life's Challenges and Transformations with Leigh Roberts | The Whiskey & Wisdom Podcast Join hosts Tyler and Chris as they sit down with special guest Leigh Roberts. In this episode of The Whiskey & Wisdom Podcast, Leigh opens up about her personal journey, reflections on identity, and experiences that have shaped her into the person she is today. …

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Art and Inspiration with Whitney Futrell: Exploring Motherhood, Creativity, and Community In this episode of the Whiskey and Wisdom podcast, co-hosts Chris Kellum and Tyler welcome special guest Whitney Futrell, an accomplished acrylic artist known for her figurative work focusing on womanhood and motherhood. Whitney shares her journey from teachin…

Achieving Health and Wellness with Jason Sani | Whiskey Wisdom Podcast Join cohost Tyler and Chris on the Whiskey Wisdom Podcast as they welcome special guest Jason Sani. In this episode, Jason shares his 15+ years of experience in the health and fitness industry, discussing his journey from medical sales to becoming an online nutritionist and coac…

Whiskey Wisdom Podcast: Growing Your Business with Social Media Expert Nick Rizzo In this episode of the Whiskey & Wisdom Podcast, co-hosts Tyler Yaw and Chris Kellum welcome Nick Rizzo, a social media and video marketing expert. Nick shares his journey from studying exercise science to diving into video content creation. Discover how Nick helps lo…

In classic 6OP style, of promising so much and delivering very little regarding previous Christmas special episodes, the boys finally deliver. Join Arron, Gav, Jon & MTC as they re-hash the previous year’s Order of Merit and draft competition in the form of a Jeopardy style quiz show, that by no way is a complete rip-off of the recent NLU episode, …

Scaling Small Businesses: Insights from Mike Farnetti of Daringhouse | Whiskey and Wisdom Podcast In this episode of the Whiskey and Wisdom podcast, co-hosts Chris Kellum and Tyler Yaw chats with Mike Farnetti of Daring Haus about the journey of growing small businesses through finance, operations, marketing, and branding. Mike shares insights on h…

Boombalattis: The Sweet Journey of Wes & Kristen Bechtel | Ice Cream Innovators Join hosts Chris Kellum and Tyler Ya2w on the Whiskey & Wisdom podcast as they interview Wes and Kristen Bechtel, the passionate owners of Boombalattis. Discover the story behind Boombalattis, an ice cream brand in Wilmington with multiple locations and plans for expans…

The Inspirational Journey of Justin Powell | Whiskey & Wisdom Podcast In this episode of the Whiskey & Wisdom Podcast, co-hosts Tyler and Chris Kellum welcome special guest Justin Powell. The discussion kicks off with a unique take on an old fashioned cocktail and then delves into Justin's incredible life story. Justin recounts his experiences livi…

Discovering the Impact of Upper Foundation: Holistic Health & Nonprofit Insights Join hosts Chris Kellum and Tyler on the Whiskey and Wisdom podcast as they dive deep into the mission and transformative work of the Upper Foundation with their special guest, Wendy Marsh. Wendy, who stepped into the role after being inspired by founder Sarah Auld, sh…

Helping the Literacy Crisis In the Cape Fear Whiskey and Wisdom Podcast: Yasmin Shaw Tompkinson & Cape Fear Literacy Council Join Tyler and Chris as they sit down with Yasmin Shaw Tompkinson, Executive Director of the Cape Fear Literacy Council. Learn about the personalized education initiatives of the Council, aimed at helping adults transform the…

Nonprofits and Community Support with Alex Richardson | Whiskey and Wisdom Podcast Join us in this episode of the Whiskey and Wisdom Podcast as we welcome back Alex Richardson to discuss the Fourth Trimester Mission, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting pregnant and new mothers in Wilmington and Southeast North Carolina. We delve into the importance…

Carolina Collective Launch Part 2: Social Media Strategies for Local Businesses In this episode of the Whiskey and Wisdom Podcast, co-hosts Brittany Lineberry and Leah Norman continue their discussion from the Carolina Collective Launch event. They dive into the challenges business owners face with social media, including consistency, authenticity,…

Join The Carolina Collective HERE In this live special episode of the 'Whiskey and Wisdom' podcast, co-hosts Chris and Josh Tyndall introduce the launch of 'The Carolina Collective,' a community for small business growth in North Carolina. The discussion emphasizes the importance of taking risks in business, especially when scaling, and offers insi…

Dive into the fascinating journey of Grimm Burger as chronicled in our immersive episode! Join hosts Chris Kellum and Tyler Yaw along with special guest Matt Grimm, co-owner of Grimm Burger, to explore the culinary leap from managing food trucks to establishing a permanent restaurant. Delve into Matt's passion for smash burgers, his developmental p…

Natalie Singletary, owner of Wine Knot, joins the Whiskey & Wisdom Podcast to discuss her journey in the wine industry and the creation of her speakeasy-style wine bar. The conversation covers topics such as the selection and tasting of wine and whiskey, the expansion of Wine Knot into multiple rooms, and the importance of community involvement. Na…

The regular season is over, the points have been totalled and finals day is upon us. Gav is joined by Jon, MTC & Arron as well as the draft captains in a bumper episode that examines the 6OP season goals, the final month of the regular season and the preparation for finals day, as we prepare to lower the curtain on the 2024 season. We also have Jon…

Takeaways Cameron Smith discusses his recent documentary 'The Loneliest Boy on Earth' and the inspiration behind it. He shares his struggles with romance and relationships and how the documentary explores this aspect of his life. Cameron emphasizes the importance of artistic integrity and prioritizes making art over monetization. The conversation a…

In this conversation, our special guest, Bex discuss' her experiences in the service industry and the progression of her career as bartender. They talk about their love for cocktails and the creative aspect of bartending. Bex shares her journey from being homeschooled and studying ballet to working in various bars and breweries before joining Starl…

Rebecca Zimmer Donaldson is a candidate for district attorney of New Hanover and Pender counties. She shares her journey of becoming a prosecutor and her passion for advocating for victims of crime. She emphasizes the importance of being smart on crime and focusing on rehabilitation rather than punishment. Rebecca discusses her platform and the sim…

In this conversation, Josh discusses his journey as a professional creative and the various aspects of his business. He talks about his experience in photography and videography, running a small agency, and owning a film studio. Josh also shares his love for sneakers and the challenges and rewards of being a dad. He emphasizes the importance of ric…

In this episode of the Whiskey and Wisdom podcast, Tyler Yaw, a financial planner, is interviewed by Chris Kellum. They discuss Tyler's journey into finance, his role as a financial planner, and his approach to helping clients prepare for the future. Tyler emphasizes the importance of understanding clients' goals and dreams and tailoring financial …

We’re into the final month of the Order of Merit and in a disconcerting bout of efficiency, we are back already. This time, we are joined from all over the place by each of the draft captains to chat through August’s controversial results and the OoM season as a whole. In typically Canadian fashion, long-time leader Dan has faltered over the past c…

Late but worth the wait ! The boys are back, sans MTC and are joined by former CFO of Why comb Wanderbears, Pete Couhig as we discuss the Panache social club, his numerous and totally redundant development squads, and the state of golf stateside. Meanwhile Arron returns from his trip to Central America with some interesting anecdotes about monkeys,…