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A comedic podcast about your favorite beverages! Each week a new guest chats about their beverage of choice with recovering bartender Josh Segovia and barback Rob Grabowski. Bottle Icon Art by Alex Vaughn
It's The Eight Dollar Game Show! The only podcast that gives one lucky contestant the chance to: WIN! EIGHT! DOLLARS! Every week brings completely new rounds and games! Contestants complete 7 rounds, each worth $1. They can walk away with that money. Or they can put it all on the line for the chance to win $8! You won't want to miss this hilarious gameshow podcast.
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Johnnie Walker Black (Rocks) with Matt Kidd
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Chicago's own Matt Kidd (CSZN, The Melanated Anime Club) visits us to chat about his love of JW Black Label Scotch. He recalls stealing sips from tumblers in his youth, visiting local dive bars, and then talks about getting pampered. #BougieBoy #NotRob makes robes and Josh makes some bets. Hopefully brought to you by the Hong Kong Island Luxury Hot…
Todd Page (ComedySportz Chicago) comes on the show to spin fairy tale noir, show off his quirks, and climb the corporate ladder. But will there be $8 awaiting him at the end? Special thanks, as always, to Eric Braband for our theme music!
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Guinness & Lemonade Shandy with Nicholas Hassebrock
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Chicago Improv Comunity's top cyclist, Nicholas Hassebrock (CSZN) stops by our Zoom living room to chat about his love of one drink made from two other ones, the Shandy! He talks about camp life, local bars thinking you're mysterious, and staying fit during the winter. #NotRob goes rouge and Josh goes clear. Hopefully brought to you by My Fitness P…
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Captain Morgan and Coke Zero with Nicole Devin
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Chicago's own Nicole Devin (CSZ Chicago, The Nicole & Paul Show) joins us online to chat about her love of her fave cocktail! She recalls how she discovered it in a theater and why Sailor can walk the plank! #NotRob goes to The Store and Josh goes fishing. Hopeful brought to you by Orange Theory Fitness! Nicole’s Fizzy Love aka Admiral Devin’s Floa…
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Jessica McKenna, Talking Guitars, and Sylvia Plath
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The hilarious Jessica McKenna (The Mighty Ones, Off Book Podcast) stops by the show to introduce a sea snail debutante, goof about brothers, and sort music into years. But when the time comes, will she win $8?? Our sponsor today is Adam Jenkins, the host's brother and, honestly, a pretty great guy. And thanks, as always, to Eric Braband for our the…
LA's own and fellow podcaster, Maggie Smith ( Roommate Lovers, TheQuestWeCanDo) shares her love of the 1st ever beverage, Water! She breaks down the best ways to enjoy it, how to pull a Game Stop, and helps us start a few LOTR podcasts mid-episode. #NotRob looks to the future and Josh looks toward the stars. Hopefully brought to you by the IMAX rel…
Jesse Gomez (ComedySportz Chicago) comes on the show to defend his hipness, compare sets of 100, and dispense fatherly advice. Visit ComedySportz Chicago on Twitch at https://m.twitch.tv/csznchicago/ And thank you to Eric Braband for our theme music!
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1st Annual Tournament of CHAMPions with The French Champagne
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DC's hardest working band and former guests The French Champagne (Aaron Bliden, Nick Wilby, and Peyton Brown) join us to find the perfect bottle of bubbles to ring in 2022! We share Champagne Memories and get a sneak peek at their upcoming album. Hopefully brought to you by Cuties Citrus Products!By Poppin' Productions
Very funny actress and podcaster Lisa Linke (Bless This Mess) comes by the podcast to tackles cars, puns, and the forgotten corners of Wikipedia. Lisa is ready to open her heart for Downtown Dog Rescue, but will Josiah open his wallet? Thank you to Eric Braband for our theme music.
Chicago's own greek boi Andreas Tsironis (Twitch) stops by to get us hyped for Greek Frappés! He talks about how he handcrafts them using his family recipe and where to get the best octopus! Rob goes to war and Josh gets busy. Hopefully brought to you Nescafe! NesAndré aka Master Tsironi 1 tsp Nescafé Instant Coffee 1 tsp French Vanilla Hot Cocoa I…
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Derek Thompson Brings the Heat (Take-wise)
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Best-selling author and Atlantic staff writer Derek Thompson comes by the podcast to talk about Baldwins, appliances in love, and magnetic puppy butts. You won't want to miss it! This episode brought to you by Bitters and Distractions, whose new double single is out now! Available all over the internet and well worth a listen! And as always, thank …
Fellow Podcaster and Metro Detroit's own, Bob Pantalone (The Analyst: A Movie and TV Podcast) stops by to share his love of Coors Light! He recounts how he once visited the brewery, college drinking stories, and introduces us to the Triangle Taste Test. #NotRob gets Candy and Josh gets the Blues. Hopefully brought to you by Brian Cranston's book, A…
In this special episode, Josiah talks about his Jeopardy! experience with his wife and past contestant Jessie Stegner. We hope you'll enjoy this episode and join us next week when we return with the fun games, trivia, and 8's of dollars that you're accustomed to. And as always, big thanks to Eric Braband for composing our theme music!…
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Josiah on Jeopardy! & Special Episode Tomorrow!
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The host becomes the contestant, when Josiah competes on Jeopardy! this Wednesday, January 13th! We hope you'll check him out there, and then come back and listen to tomorrow's special episode all about his experience on the show!
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Off Color's Scurry Ale with Bruce Phillips
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The multi-talented Bruce Phillips (GSM Admin, Comedy Sportz) joins us to share his love of the impure Scurry Kottbusser Style Beer. He tells us all about his college days, returning shots, and bachelor parties. He then gets visited by a surprise guest! #NotRob gets Lost and Josh gets ashes. Hopefully brought to you by Chess.com BSC or Bruce Juice 1…
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The 12 Cookies of Xmas with Fiona Stephens and Natalie Younger
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"Give me one reason, one good reason, why we should spend our last two hours in Florida looking at the sisters of Freckle-Face Haynes, the cookie-faced boy.." - Phil Davis This holiday we're joined by Santa's favorites, Natalie Younger and Fiona Stephens, to help us taste, rank, and dunk 12 different store-bought chocolate chip cookies to find the …
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Jeffrey Murdoch, Ethical Dilemmas, and Christmas Spirits
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Jeffrey Murdoch (Fargo, Utopia, Second City Chicago) stops by in our first episode back after a long break. We hope you'll enjoy - and look out for more new episodes in January! Special thanks to Eric Braband for our theme music.
New Jersey's own, Tom McGuane, classes up the podcast by sharing his love of Allagash Tripel Belgium style beer. He recalls some fond times spent in Chicago and talks about the lack of raves going on in the nature of Maine. #NotRob meets a King and Josh haunts some dreams. Hopefully bought to you by Saved By The Bell now streaming on Peacock! McGua…
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Airplane Coffee & Bailey's Irish Cream With Allison Shoemaker
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Self-proclaimed nervous flyer, Allison Shoemaker (How TV Can Make You Smarter and Podlander Drunkcast) shares her love of the high altitude cocktail Coffee and Bailey's. She reps her fave dive bars, Murder She Wrote, and EarlyBird Check-In. #NotRob catches a plane and Josh pushes remakes. Hopefully brought to you by FX (They have the movies)…
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1st Annual DIY Beer Advent Calendar
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Josh and Rob are kicking off December with a list of 24 beers to have all month! Will you agree with our picks? Probably not, but listen to see why and drink along with us here! We also sample 6 Holiday themed beers to see which one we'll leave out Christmas Eve for Santa!By Poppin' Productions
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Barefoot Red Sangria Spritzer with Linda Ben
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Iowa's own Linda Ben invites us to her zoom home to share her love of Barefoot Red Sangria Spritzer. We are joined by past guest and good son Ryan Ben to talk all about turkeyless Thanksgivings, Schlitz beer, and her signature catchphrase! #NotRob recycles cans and Josh reps Pecan Pie. Hopefully brought to you by The Sugar Shack Bakery & The Scarle…
Ohio's own Cherise Joy (CSZ Chicago) joins us to talk all about her love of whiskey, but especially the Manhattan! She shares stories about international travel with her family and how to avoid bad drinks as we all get a little toasty! #NotRob orders a "show drink" and Josh loves "Texas Wine". Hopefully brought to you by The Queen's Gambit streamin…
Fellow Podcaster and funny dude Mike Gospel (How Star Wars Is It) breaks down his love of dnL and its sister beverage 7Up! He talks about beer road trips, singing around a campfire, and why soda is the perfect movie beverage. #NotRob commits regicide and Josh gets crafty. Hopefully brought to you by your local Evanston Chilli's! 7 Mike 7 aka Make M…
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Dirty Tito's Vodka Martini with Cass Maher
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Iowa's own Cass Maher (Shared History Podcast) zooms on up to chat about her fave classic cocktail, a Dirty Martini! She lets us know how adult tastebuds change, how champagne is connected to bosoms, and why Beggars Night is no joke! #NotRob starts a fire and Josh hits a deer. Hopefully brought to you by Honey! #SponsorMeHoney Sour Cass Back aka Ti…
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Poppin' Bottles 2nd Annual Halloween Show and Tell Down: Witches Brew
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By the pricking of my thumbs, Something wicked this way comes. Your hosts Josh SCAREgovia & GRAVERob Grabowski get into the season of the witch with past guests DEATHany Remley and RAWRley Kohake! We each sacrifice two beers to see who will lead our newly created coven, Brew Moon. We are the weirdos, mister. -Nancy…
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Glacier Freeze Gatorade with Randall Colburn
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AV Club's own Randall Colburn (The Losers' Club: A Stephen King Podcast) stops by to share his rediscovery of "Blue" Gatorade. He chats about craft beer, 2 for 1 specials, and why a specific professional wrestler would be a good friend. #NotRob saves the world and Josh creates an app. Hopefully brought to you by your local 7-Eleven. Cool Randy aka …
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GT's Trilogy Kombucha with Meg Grunewald
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The lady of 1000 faces, Meg Grunewald stops by to get us healthy with her love of GT's Trilogy Kombucha! She talks about being a long-time fan of the drink and recalls her first sip of Hooch! #NotRob takes a hike and Josh goes to Ikea. Hopefully brought to you by Chicago's Daybreaker Club! MG Quartet aka MegBrewcha 2 oz Gin 6 oz GT’s Living Foods S…
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Back To School Showdown with Erin Kelly, Lucia Gomez, and Jesse Gomez
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We officially launch #FatBoyFall to grade lunchtime favorites! Our classmates include Erin Kelly, Lucia Gomez, and Jesse Gomez to see who's our Star Pupil and who needs some improvement. Kool-Aid Jammers Fruit Punch vs. Hi-C Flashin' Fruit Punch Juicy Juice Apple juice vs. Minute Maid Apple Juice Hershey Chocolate Milk vs Snickers Chocolate Milk Je…
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Refill: Capri Sun's Pacific Cooler with Fiona Stephens
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We're working on something extra special next week so enjoy this refill! The hilarious Fiona Stevens (CSZ and Second City) takes us back to childhood with Capri Sun's Pacific Cooler. She chats about her long-standing love of juice concentrate and how it reminds her of Lunchables. She then dreams of riding on a magic party bus and warns us not to to…
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Refill: 2019 Oktoberfest Showdown (Live) with Becca Barish and Charly Williams
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We're off this week, but enjoy a virtual Oktoberfest with our first ever LIVE show. We were joined by the amazing duo of Becca Barish and Charly Williams to pick the beer will be crowned our "1st Chair Tuba Oktoberfest Winner of our First Ever Poppin Bottles Octoberfest Showdown" Recorded as part of PodSlam: A Podcast Marathon for Connor's Cure and…
The always jovial John Sabine stops by to profess his love for the incredibly smooth bourbon, Maker's Mark. He clues us into why it's now a family affair and why people need to read more. He then helps us crack the final TallBoy of #TallBoySummer. #NotRob has mercy and Josh won't take advice from fools. Hopefully brought to you by The Three-Body Pr…
Actress and Songstress Katie Featherston stops by to share her love of the classy and refreshing Mimosa! She recalls how she first stole a sip and why cinnamon is not so great. #NotRob goes clubbin' and Josh jams out. Hopefully brought to you by Vote.org The Featherstone Fizz aka The Giddy Katie 1 oz Creme de Cassis Liqueur 1 oz Elderflower Liqueur…
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Lavender Lemonade with Ashley Victoria
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The always delightful Ashley Victoria keeps it light and crisp talking about her love of Lavender Lemonade! She tells us how being a creator runs in the family, how she used to kick it back in the day and then makes our segments better! #NotRob pops some bubbles and Josh gets jelly. Hopefully brought to you by Native Foods Cafe. Queen Victoria's Fr…
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Pepsi Wild Cherry with Adam Schreck
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Talented performer and great guy Adam Schreck (Second City Mainstage) takes a break from his newborn to give us the goods on Wild Cherry Pepsi! He shares why it's loved by young and old alike, his family Oven Bagel recipe, and talks DCU. #NotRob gets handy and Josh reps bubbles. Hopefully brought to you by the RAMBLER 12 OZ COLSTER CAN INSULATOR. S…
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Swiss Miss Hot Cocoa with Natalie Kossar
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Harvard bound author and funny person, Natalie Kossar stops by digitally to chat about her love of Swiss Miss Hot Cocoa! She shares why hot chocolate gives Xmas vibes, a secret Crystal Light cocktail, and drops some deep Halloweentown knowledge. #NotRob goes full snowman and Josh plants some trees. Hopefully brought to you by real Marshmallows. Cup…
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Simply Orange Juice with Simon Collier
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Fellow podcaster and funny dude, Simon Collier (Pawd Pod) stops by to talk about his love of the breakfast classic, Orange Juice. He recalls how he discovered fresh squeezing and why OJ is perfect for special occasions. #SweetBreadSimon #NotRob takes a bath and Josh gets Biblical. Hopefully brought to you by Sony's Spider-Man: Into the Spider-verse…
Josh and #NotRob are joined by the top 5 Poppin' Bottles guests of all time to figure out the future of the podcast. Guest hosts include Erin Elmore, Padraic Connelly, Bethany Remely, Yvette Jaskiewicz, and Jeffrey Murdoch. Special thanks to Jon Silver, The Pasta Bowl, Binny's Beverage, all the former guests, and you the listener!…
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Modelo Especial with Miguel Lepe Jr.
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Chicago's funny filmmaker Miguel Lepe Jr. zooms up to chat about his love of Modelo Especial con sal y lime. We get to talk about Disney, tequila, and NSYNC while creating a new segment! #NotRob goes not too fast and Josh talks citrus. Hopefully brought to you by Binny's Beverage Depot Lepe's Libation 3 oz Papaya Nectar 3 oz Modelo Especial 2 oz Li…
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Quarantini with Sarah Fuchs and Rudy Voit
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Chicago's own Rudy and Sarah share how they stumbled into making the Quarantini (1/2 Coconut La Croix, 1/2 Captain Morgan, and a splash of pineapple juice) and why it's a buoy during these times. They talk tips for cohabitating, getting furloughed on a birthday, and #PitbullFridays. #NotRob goes around the world and Josh Bolts. Hopefully brought to…
Brooklyn's own Greg Ott (The Latest) zooms us outdoors to share his love of the French 75. He talks canned cocktails, Indian good morning texts, and the last time he got Iced. #NotRob gets unknown and Josh goes Six Flags. Hopefully brought to you by Binny's Beverage! (now with extended hours) Ottui 1 oz Rosemary Simple Syrup 1 oz Limoncello 2 oz Gi…
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Strawberry Margarita with Ashley Geron
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Delightful triple threat Ashley Geron makes our summer by sharing her love of a classic Strawberry Margarita. She talks about teaching kids, staying Golden, and creates a new segment! #NotRob heads to the Last Frontier and Josh talks about Pepper. Hopefully brought to you by Binny's Beverage! (now with extended hours) Rascalita 4 Large Basil Leaves…
Talented dog mom, Amelia Buzzell stops by the virtual studio to share her love of the classic Rusty Nail! She tells us all about her cocktail walks and being 100% Tucci Gang. #NotRob kicks it with Dino and Josh gets a gyro. Hopefully brought to you by Buzz Buzz Nail aka Dramelia 2 oz Scotch 1.5 Drambuie 1 oz honey 3 dashes of Orange Bitters 1 dash …
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Arizona Mucho Mango Iced Tea with Justin Swinson
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The always hilarious Justin Swinson stops by to break the Poppin' shoutout record and talk about his love of Arizona Mucho Mango Iced Tea. He tells us how it's made for the being in a park and what it's like being a #ShortKing. #NotRob gets a haircut and Josh goes Totoro. Hopefully brought to local state sales tax! Swinson Spritzer aka Go J-Mang 1/…
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Bargain Basement Brew Showdown with Jeff Murdoch
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Poppin's number one guest, Jeff Murdoch, stops by to help us rate and rank the Tall Boys of Summer. He shares his latest culinary exploit and how beer reminds him of his Grandma. #NotRob makes brats and Josh makes a quesadilla. Hopefully brought to you by Milwaukee’s Best Premium, Tecate, Smirnoff Ice Strawberry and Lemon, Smirnoff Ice Screwdriver,…
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Miller Lite (Tallboy) with Jessie Stegner
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LA's very own Jessie Stegner, zooms over to share her love of Miller Lite in a tall can. She shares why just the smell is comforting and why it reminds her of a very special day. #NotRob has a Glow and Josh stays sweet. Hopefully brought to you by Netflix Stegner's Slushy aka Jessie's Lite Ice 1/2 cup of Strawberries 2 oz Orange Juice 1 oz Honey 6 …
If you protest, be safe and please quarantine afterward (#WashYour Hands) If you can't protest, put your money where your heart is and donate to a BLM charity. Black Lives Matter Chicago Chicago Community Bond Fund Southern Poverty Law Center The ALCU 701-707 East Lake Street FundBy Poppin' Productions
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Bud Light Chelada Mango with Tim de la Motte
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LA's own Tim Eugene de la Motte (Fix Your Life)shares some laughs and his love of the snack as a drink, Bud Light Chelada! He recalls how his affair with this Clamato infused drink started in the Windy City and how it tastes best on the Blue Line. #NotRob hangs with Pablo and Josh is a sweet boy. Hopefully brought to you by the Binny's of the west …
Quadruple threat Mo Allen (Lunch Break) invites us over to chat about her love of a classic cocktail, the Pink Squirrel. She recalls kiddie cocktails as a gateway drink and how LA celebs are just friends you haven't met yet. #NotRob kicks it with cows and Josh go Vegas baby! Hopefully brought to you by Binny's beverage Depot Luscious Allen aka Mo's…
LA's own Tyler Smith (Lunch Break) shares his love of a classic Hendricks's Martini and the atmosphere it brings. We talk about the rollercoaster of the year so far and he makes a few new segments. #NotRob stays hydrated and Josh coins Gin-aissance. Hopefully brought to you by Binny's Bev Depot. Steeped Sweetie aka Tyler's Tonic 4 oz Hendricks Gin …
Rising talent and local young person Dennis "Denny" Terrett talks all about his love of Apple Juice and how it's his superpower. We share experiments to do after listing like looking up the Rhyhorn and hear some exclusive "Fart Music". We also meet Denny's manager Kellen (The Guy Who Talks to Animals Show with Cal Crane), who hypes him up and recom…
