And Now We Drink

Matt Slayer
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"The Conversation at the end of the bar" with your favorite Comedians, Musicians, Writers, Actors and Adult performers. Join your host Matt Slayer every Thursday at 3:00 PM EST/12:00 PM PST for drinking and debaucherous stories.

  1. 1d ago

    And Now We Drink Episode 478: With Blake Blossom

    Matt Slayer welcomes  superstar Blake Blossom back to And Now We Drink for a loose, funny, and surprisingly introspective hang that bounces from soda taste tests and horror movies to sobriety, boundaries, and the future of the industry. Over bottles of strawberry Crush, Manzanita Sol, Fanta, and cherry float Coke, Blake discussed   her relationship with work and identity, and trying to live more real-life moments away from the camera. The conversation veers through feature dancing, TikTok chaos, AI therapy, conspiracy-mode chatbots, cruises, Australia plans, and why Blake wants to be more intentional about how she connects with people. She also opens up about the weird emotional labor performers can face at conventions, the importance of firm boundaries, and the difference between fantasy access and real intimacy. Matt and Blake dig into movies and TV, from David Lynch, Friday the 13th, The Americans, Perry Mason, and Tim Dillon, to magic shows, Criss Angel, Penn & Teller, and the psychedelic film Enter the Void. Blake also previews creative projects on the horizon, including her Back to the Future-inspired comic book concept (Blake to the Future), horror ambitions, and upcoming appearances. By the end, the episode becomes a candid conversation about ego, growth, performer etiquette, industry mentorship, and building a healthier  community—while retaining the signature And Now We Drink chaos, jokes, and beguiling tangents. We are proud to be brought to you by BellFlask www.bellflask.com use promo code slayer20 for 20% off at checkout Cover your shame in our wares. New Merch! anwd.net/merch The Patreon is full of exclusive content and directly supports the show. patreon.com/mattslayer Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    And Now We Drink Episode 478: With Blake Blossom

  2. 1d ago ·  Bonus

    You Might Enjoy: On Purpose with Jay Shetty

    Introducing Vinh Giang: How to Communicate So People Actually Listen to You from On Purpose with Jay Shetty. Follow the show: On Purpose with Jay Shetty Communication expert Vinh Giang joins Jay to share practical tools from his first book, Before We Forget How to Connect, to help you become a more confident communicator and build deeper, more meaningful connections. Vinh explains how to become a better listener, avoid common communication mistakes, and speak so people actually pay attention. From sounding confident when you're nervous to speaking up in meetings, navigating difficult conversations, and making a great first impression, Vinh shares simple techniques to help you communicate more effectively and connect with people in every area of your life. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty Instagram Teen Accounts: Built-in protections for teens. JAY'S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here: https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast What We Discuss: 00:00 Introduction 00:25 Before We Forget How To Connect 01:52 The High-Low Buffalo Icebreaker 02:45 Sharing Personal Highs 05:15 Sharing Personal Lows 11:40 Sharing Personal Buffalos 13:40 Escaping Small Talk 16:10 Overcoming Self-Judgment 17:58 Sharing Wins Without Sounding Arrogant 19:50 Communication Beyond The Script 20:40 Gen Z's Communication Struggles 23:20 Last Word, Last Letter Game 27:20 The Four Modalities Of Listening 29:50 The Three Follow-Up Questions Rule 35:50 How Do You Make A Great First Impression? 40:10 Reading the Room, Not Formulas 44:10 Finding Your Unique Voice 49:00 Life As A Book: New Chapters 50:40 Building Executive Presence 53:20 Fix Your Resting Blank Face 58:30 Filming Yourself For Self-Awareness 01:02:20 When Your Mind Goes Blank 01:06:10 The Power Of The Pause 01:09:30 How Can You Sound Confident When You’re Nervous? 01:14:40 From Texting Chemistry to Real-Life Connection 01:18:40 How to Communicate Better During Arguments 01:20:20 Learning to Speak Up In Meetings 01:25:45 How to Join a Conversation Without Feeling Awkward 01:28:20 Leaving A Conversation Gracefully 01:31:4 Embracing Vulnerability Episode Resources: Book | https://vinhgiang.com/before-we-forget-how-to-connect Website | https://vinhgiang.com/ YouTube | https://youtube.com/@askvinh Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/share/1CCPX1ChrP/?mibextid=wwXIfr LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/vinhgiang Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices DISCLAIMER: Please note, this is an independent podcast episode not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced in conjunction with the host podcast feed or any of its media entities. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the creators and guests. For any concerns, please reach out to team@podroll.fm.

    You Might Enjoy: On Purpose with Jay Shetty

  3. Oct 22

    And Now We Drink Episode 477: With Samantha Reigns

    On this episode of And Now We Drink, Matt Slayer sits down with Samantha Reigns for a loose, funny, and unexpectedly reflective conversation about stepping away, coming back, and figuring out what actually works in life and work. Sam opens up about taking a two-year hiatus from the  industry to deal with personal challenges, then shares how dancing during that break reshaped her confidence, hustle, and perspective on respect, money, and boundaries. From there, the conversation takes plenty of classic And Now We Drink turns: strip club day shifts versus night shifts, bachelor party nightmares, the chaos of Charlotte NC's growth, the realities of solo content, and why shooting  scenes is a job—not just “getting to hook up.” Matt and Sam dig into the difference between on set and real-life , the pressures male performers face, and why content creation requires awareness, angles, and professionalism. Sam also gets candid about swinger parties, situationships, crushes that linger too long, dating while being known for being in the biz, and the deal breakers she refuses to ignore—especially bad communication, anger issues, and lack of ambition. The two trade thoughts on confidence, rejection, sugar dating, kids, and the importance of being honest about what kind of life you actually want. The episode wraps with travel dreams, passport regrets, Colombia stories, Thailand plans, Canada, Japan, New Orleans food debates, Waffle House nostalgia, LA’s late-night food problem, and a passionate taco discussion. Funny, raunchy, personal, and food-obsessed, this one covers a lot of ground. We are proud to be brought to you by BellFlask www.bellflask.com use promo code slayer20 for 20% off at checkout Cover your shame in our wares. New Merch! anwd.net/merch The Patreon is full of exclusive content and directly supports the show. patreon.com/mattslayer Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    And Now We Drink Episode 477: With Samantha Reigns

  4. Oct 15

    And Now We Drink Episode 476: With Dani Synclair

    Matt Slayer welcomes Dani Synclair back to And Now We Drink for a gloriously chaotic, sleep-deprived, and brutally funny catch-up that swerves from industry burnout to dating disasters,  dungeons, sensory overload, and the general collapse of modern society. Dani opens up about feeling “overworked and under f***ed,” reflecting on her first year in  entertainment, the pressure to say yes early on, and the ongoing process of figuring out what her brand really is. She and Matt dig into the realities of studio work, collabs, solo content, testing costs, fan engagement, and why creators often need to stop chasing everyone’s approval and make the work they actually want to make. The conversation also gets into Dani’s work  and the accidental invention of a “foot dentist” niche neither of them can fully un-imagine. From there, the episode tumbles into dating app frustrations, queer attraction, red flags, minions, rave recovery, cold vodka, ADHD, Adderall, and the eternal struggle of trying to be a hopeless romantic while hating feelings. In true And Now We Drink fashion, Matt and Dani eventually veer into surprisingly thoughtful territory, taking on SW laws, age verification, criminalization, public registries, and why consenting adults remain such a political target. It’s messy, hilarious, unfiltered, and somehow insightful—exactly the kind of conversation that can only happen when the drinks are flowing. We are proud to be brought to you by BellFlask www.bellflask.com use promo code slayer20 for 20% off at checkout Cover your shame in our wares. New Merch! anwd.net/merch The Patreon is full of exclusive content and directly supports the show. patreon.com/mattslayer Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    And Now We Drink Episode 476: With Dani Synclair

  5. Oct 8

    And Now We Drink Episode 475: With Dallas Rea

    Matt Slayer sits down with newcomer Dallas Rea for a vodka-fueled, wildly off-the-rails conversation about life four months into the industry. Dallas opens up about making the jump from swinging and hotwifing with her husband to getting paid for what they already enjoyed, and she and Matt dig into the realities behind the fantasy: travel costs, testing, wardrobe stress, marketing, social media, agents, boundaries, and the nonstop hustle of turning self-employment into a 24/7 job. The conversation veers from dark romance books, shark-adjacent fantasies, and why every lifestyle party might need a paramedic, to Dallas’s past as a figure skater, her Canadian family roots, Arizona life, and the possibility of relocating closer to the LA scene. Matt offers industry advice on people-pleasing, knowing who works for whom, and why building a name is as much marketing as performance. Along the way, they detour through true crime, murder hypotheticals, marriage, vasectomies, kids, period loving, hot-to-crazy ratios, Waffle House, real maple syrup, data centers, firearms, bull riding, and the ethics of meat. It’s chaotic, candid, funny, and exactly the kind of booze-soaked rabbit-hole conversation that And Now We Drink does best. We are proud to be brought to you by BellFlask www.bellflask.com use promo code slayer20 for 20% off at checkout Cover your shame in our wares. New Merch! anwd.net/merch The Patreon is full of exclusive content and directly supports the show. patreon.com/mattslayer Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    And Now We Drink Episode 475: With Dallas Rea

  6. Sep 24

    And Now We Drink Episode 474: With Tiffani Time

    Matt Slayer sits down with Tiffani Time for a wildly meandering, hilariously unfiltered episode that moves from hiking shoes and road trip snacks to international travel,  industry realities. . Tiffani shares how her love of hiking evolved into a lifestyle-driven YouTube presence, why filming her adventures helps preserve memories from places like Iceland, Patagonia, Scotland, France, and the Dolomites, and how mountain towns often beat major cities for her ideal getaway. The conversation turns into a full-on travel philosophy debate as Matt champions cities, pubs, public transit, and local food scenes, while Tiffani makes the case for rental cars, remote trails, glacier views, and charcuterie at the top of a mountain. They swap stories about LA scams, Amsterdam plans, Spanish ham, Chicago pizza, Jersey Italian food, and the eternal disappointment of tourist traps. Things also get personal as Tiffani opens up about her attachment to her cat Zelda, her spiritual side, staying open to new ideas, and learning to appreciate the present rather than constantly chasing what’s next. Matt and Tiffani also dig into the shifting  industry landscape, creator autonomy, conventions, testing standards, marketing, censorship, and how performers navigate being their own production companies. And yes, in true And Now We Drink fashion, the episode eventually barrels into concepts that can't be printed here , and the kind of absurd business ideas that could only happen on this show. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    And Now We Drink Episode 474: With Tiffani Time

  7. Sep 17

    And Now We Drink Episode 473: With Michael Vegas

    Matt Slayer sits down in person with  performer, director, and producer Michael Vegas for a wide-ranging, booze-fueled conversation that moves from near-death revelations to the realities of making movies in the modern creator economy. Michael opens up about the motorcycle accident that ended his path toward firefighting, reshaped his worldview, and eventually led him through nursing school and into  film. He shares how surviving trauma gave him a deep appreciation for life, connection, and what he describes as unconditional love. From there, Matt and Michael dig into relationships, non-monogamy, jealousy, accountability, and the hard-earned lessons that come with age. They also get political, touching on voting, voter suppression, American exceptionalism, women’s rights, and why travel can break people out of national myths. The episode also offers a candid insider look at the  industry: performer safety, gatekeeping, content creators entering studio work, marketing, podcasts as promotion, and the difference between personal relations and performing  for the camera. Michael talks about building safer, performer-centered spaces like The Bottom Floor, directing for major companies, navigating corporate changes  and why good production depends on trust, preparation, and knowing how to keep talent comfortable. Along the way, the two swap thoughts on guns, travel, social media algorithms, pickup artistry, audio quality, fake prosthetics, drone shots, Danny Elfman, Slayer, and why authenticity matters more than being “cool.” It’s funny, frank, occasionally chaotic, and deeply human—classic And Now We Drink. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    And Now We Drink Episode 473: With Michael Vegas

  8. Sep 10

    And Now We Drink Episode 472: With Blake Lovely

    Matt Slayer sits down with Blake Lovely for a wildly unfiltered round of frosty margaritas, industry talk, and the kind of conversational detours that define And Now We Drink. What starts with nerd banter about lasers, Lord of the Rings, and questionable childhood movie obsessions quickly spirals into a candid, funny, and surprisingly thoughtful deep dive into life in adult entertainment, social media chaos, and surviving the internet’s worst impulses. Blake opens up about her path from music into the industry, how the work helped her build stability and invest in therapy, and why she refuses to join the chorus of performers who dismiss the industry after benefiting from it. She and Matt dig into the realities behind  sets, the difference between followers and true fans, the pressure to go viral, and the increasingly hostile landscape for workers on platforms like Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and beyond. The conversation also takes on AI models, likeness rights, censorship, anti-trans harassment, trans representation in media, Southern roots, age-gap relationships, studio awards, directing ambitious features, and why hate comments often say more about the commenter than the target. Blake shares stories from sets, parties, music sessions, and her rise as both a performer and director, including her award-winning feature Once Upon a TS Summer and hints at an even bigger project on the horizon. Equal parts raunchy, political, personal, and hilarious, this episode is a candid snapshot of Blake Lovely’s confidence, resilience, and sharp wit—served with tequila, tangents, and zero apologies. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    And Now We Drink Episode 472: With Blake Lovely
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"The Conversation at the end of the bar" with your favorite Comedians, Musicians, Writers, Actors and Adult performers. Join your host Matt Slayer every Thursday at 3:00 PM EST/12:00 PM PST for drinking and debaucherous stories.

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  • Creator
    Matt Slayer
  • Years Active
    2016 - 2026
  • Episodes
    581
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Matt Slayer
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    And Now We Drink

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