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If you are a long time listener of the Drums and Rums podcast, we're still here but we have expand into a podcast network. We are now the B3 Podcast Network. B3 stands for brands, bands and booze and ties into the concept of like content on this channel. You have the Riffs n Rhythms podcast every Tuesdays, the foundation of this audio channel, Drums and Rums every Wednesdays, and our recent addition the 5 year morning show at night, Jams 'n' Cocktails every Thursdays.We look to expand the channel with shows that are tied to one of the these industries, music, liquor and bar/restaurant/venue service industry.

  1. Do We Elect Leaders or Celebrities?

    14h ago

    Do We Elect Leaders or Celebrities?

    Send us Fan Mail Today on Carpooling with Paul, Paul takes a look at a growing trend in modern politics: the rise of celebrity candidates, reality TV personalities, influencers, and public figures entering the political arena. Inspired by the recent Los Angeles mayoral race and the role that name recognition plays in elections, Paul explores whether politics has become more of a popularity contest than ever before. Topics include: 🎭 Celebrity candidates and political campaigns  📺 Reality TV stars running for office  📱 Social media influence and modern elections  🏛️ Why voters often recognize names more than policies  🎬 From Ronald Reagan to Arnold Schwarzenegger and beyond  ⭐ Could influencers and content creators become future politicians?  🤔 Does fame help or hurt leadership? Paul also reflects on how social media, internet culture, and modern communication have changed the way political candidates connect with voters. As always, it’s a casual ride-to-work conversation covering current events, culture, media, and the random thoughts that come up during a morning commute.

    16 min
  2. Hurricane Season Is Officially Open for Business

    1d ago

    Hurricane Season Is Officially Open for Business

    Send us Fan Mail Florida’s hurricane season officially began on June 1st, and somehow Paul almost forgot to talk about it. In this episode of Carpooling with Paul, Paul discusses the start of the six-month hurricane season, why “below average” doesn’t necessarily mean “safe,” and how longtime Floridians know that it only takes one storm to change everything. Topics include: The official start of hurricane seasonWhy El Niño could mean fewer storms this yearHurricane Andrew and lessons from 1992Hurricane Irma, Hurricane Ian, and recent Florida stormsWhy preparation matters even during quiet seasonsFlorida’s hurricane tax holidays and emergency suppliesThe growing number of new Florida residents experiencing hurricane season for the first timeWhether you’re a lifelong Floridian or a recent transplant, this episode is a reminder that preparation beats panic every time. Grab your coffee, check your battery stash, and ride shotgun with Paul on another morning commute through South Florida. #CarpoolingWithPaul #FloridaLife #HurricaneSeason #SouthFlorida #WeatherTalk #MorningCommute #FloridaWeather #HurricanePreparedness #B3PodcastNetwork #FloridaLiving

    11 min
  3. Kevin's Back from His UK Conquest - EP 138

    1d ago

    Kevin's Back from His UK Conquest - EP 138

    Send us Fan Mail Kevin McLoughlin returns from his latest UK music tour and joins Paul Robertson on the Riffs & Rhythms Podcast to break down what it’s REALLY like touring overseas as an independent musician. From packed English pubs and biker bars to conversations about the modern music industry, social media, record labels, branding, and building a music career in 2026 — this episode dives deep into the realities musicians face today. The guys discuss: • Touring the UK as an independent artist • Building an audience without a record label • The business side of music most artists ignore • Jack Daniels in England 🍻 • Why musicians NEED personal development • The future of indie artists and live music • UK pub culture vs Florida music venues • Merch, touring logistics & surviving on the road Kevin also shares stories from: Bristol, The Tunnels in Frome, Queen’s Head Pub, Victoria Biker Pub, and Newport Pagnell If you're a musician, music fan, or someone trying to build something independently, this episode is packed with insight, humor, and real-world experience. 🎸 Follow Kevin McLoughlin 🌐 https://www.kevinmcloughlinband.com 🎙️ Subscribe to Riffs & Rhythms for more interviews with Florida musicians, music industry conversations, festivals, and artist stories. #UKTour #IndependentMusician #MusicIndustry #FloridaMusic #RiffsAndRhythms #KevinMcLoughlin #Podcast #TourLife #IndieArtist #LiveMusic

    1h 19m
  4. The Great American Fair… and the Great American Debate

    2d ago

    The Great American Fair… and the Great American Debate

    Send us Fan Mail This morning on Carpooling with Paul, we’re talking about the growing controversy surrounding America’s upcoming 250th birthday celebration and the Freedom 250 events planned across the country. As artists continue to back out of performances and critics and supporters debate the event’s ties to politics, Paul shares his thoughts on why a national celebration has become another flashpoint in today’s culture wars. Topics include: 🇺🇸 America’s 250th anniversary celebration  🎤 Artists dropping out of Freedom 250 events  🏎️ IndyCar, UFC, the World Cup and other anniversary activities  🎆 Why national celebrations seem more political than ever  🤔 Can Americans separate patriotism from politics?  🎸 Vanilla Ice, Bret Michaels and the surprising lineup discussion Plus, Paul reflects on whether events like these should be about the country itself rather than whichever administration happens to be in office. As always, it’s a casual ride-to-work conversation covering current events, culture, and whatever happens to be on Paul’s mind during the morning commute.

    12 min
  5. Big Explosion in the Space Race. Literally

    5d ago

    Big Explosion in the Space Race. Literally

    Send us Fan Mail On this Friday morning commute, Paul dives into the story that lit up social media, the Florida sky, and apparently a few windows along the Space Coast. A massive explosion during testing of a Blue Origin rocket has people talking about the future of private space travel, the new space race, and just how difficult it is to turn science fiction into reality. Paul shares his thoughts on: The spectacular Blue Origin rocket explosionWhy setbacks are part of innovationJeff Bezos vs. Elon Musk in the modern space raceThe push to return to the Moon before ChinaThe challenges of reusable rocket technologyWhy space travel is far more complicated than most people realizePlus:  🚀 SpaceX, Blue Origin & the future of commercial spaceflight  🌕 Moon bases, lunar rovers and the Artemis era  💰 The cost of innovation and risk-taking  🇺🇸 Florida’s role as the center of America’s space program And as always, the conversation drifts into bigger questions: Would you actually go to space if given the chance? 🚗 Friday morning commute  🚀 Space exploration & technology  🌎 Big ideas from behind the wheel  🎙️ Another ride to work with Paul Ride shotgun for a quick conversation about rockets, risk, ambition, and why every giant leap forward usually comes with a few explosions along the way.

    11 min
  6. Today’s Topic Literally Just Hit Me This Morning

    6d ago

    Today’s Topic Literally Just Hit Me This Morning

    Send us Fan Mail Today’s commute starts with road rage, rain, and bad South Florida drivers… but quickly turns into a very real (and slightly painful) public service announcement about texting while walking. Yes — Paul literally walked face-first into a sheet of plywood during his morning walk. Glasses flying. Lens popping out. Full-speed impact. And somehow… this turns into one of the most relatable episodes yet. On today’s drive into work, Paul talks about: Why distracted walking is more dangerous than people realizeHow quickly your attention disappears when staring at your phoneThe terrifying comparison between walking distracted vs driving distractedWhy “eyes on path” suddenly makes a lot more sense nowMorning routines, exercise guilt, and neighborhood walksAnd how a random accident can instantly become a metaphor for lifePlus:  🌧️ Rainy I-95 traffic chaos  🚗 South Florida drivers refusing to merge properly  👓 The miracle survival story of the glasses lens  🎙️ Podcast updates from Drums and Rums, Riffs and Rhythms, and Jams and Cocktails 🚶‍♂️ Distracted walking disasters  📱 Phone addiction & awareness  🚗 Driving safety & everyday life  😂 One of Paul’s most unintentionally funny commute stories yet Ride shotgun with Paul for another quick South Florida commute where life lessons sometimes come flying out of absolutely nowhere… literally.

    11 min
  7. Wrong Way Driving

    May 27

    Wrong Way Driving

    Send us Fan Mail Today’s commute down I-95 starts with traffic and overcast skies… but quickly turns into a serious conversation about wrong-way drivers, police chases, and how terrifyingly fast normal life can turn into tragedy. After hearing about multiple wrong-way driving incidents in South Florida — including a deadly crash tied to a 16-mile police pursuit — Paul tries to make sense of something that seems impossible: How does somebody end up driving the wrong direction for that long? The conversation covers: Dash cams becoming almost mandatory nowThe chaos of wrong-way highway drivingWhether modern cars should warn drivers they’re going the wrong wayQuestions surrounding high-speed police pursuitsWhy some departments avoid chases altogetherThe terrifying reality for innocent drivers caught in the middleAnd how confusing roads, medians, ramps, and navigation can become under pressurePlus:  🇬🇧 Thoughts on driving in the UK after Kevin McLoughlin’s recent trip  🚗 Driving on the “wrong” side of the road  🌧️ South Florida traffic & dangerous merging  📹 Why everyone suddenly seems to own a dash cam 🚨 Real-life road dangers  🚗 Morning commute conversations  🌎 Driving culture in different countries  🎙️ Honest thoughts from behind the wheel Ride shotgun with Paul for another quick commute episode blending current events, driving frustrations, technology, and everyday observations from South Florida roads. email us: info@drumsandrums.com

    11 min
  8. The AMA's Felt Like the Temu Grammys

    May 26

    The AMA's Felt Like the Temu Grammys

    Send us Fan Mail After a long Memorial Day weekend, Paul jumps back into the Tuesday commute already feeling like the week is off schedule — and then dives headfirst into a brutally honest reaction to the American Music Awards. From confusion over modern music categories to wondering who half the performers even are anymore, this episode turns into a funny, slightly cranky, very relatable Gen X-style rant about today’s music industry and award shows. Paul talks about: Why the AMAs feel completely different from the Grammy AwardsThe bizarre “Best Throwback Song” categorySeeing artists like Black Eyed Peas, Goo Goo Dolls, Twenty One Pilots, Linkin Park, and Billy Idol mixed into a show dominated by newer pop actsWhy BTS and global music culture still feels disconnected to some American audiencesHow award shows now feel overly scripted and manufacturedAnd why Billy Idol getting pushed to the end of the broadcast felt criminalPlus:  📺 Memorial Day weekend TV watching  🎙️ Below Deck before the AMAs  🇬🇧 Kevin McLoughlin returns from the UK tour  🎸 Live Riffs and Rhythms stream happening tonight 🚗 Tuesday morning commute  🎵 Music industry culture shock  📡 Modern pop vs classic rock perspectives  😂 Honest reactions from behind the wheel Ride shotgun with Paul for another quick South Florida commute conversation where nostalgia, confusion, music culture, and sarcasm all collide before getting off I-95.

    9 min
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If you are a long time listener of the Drums and Rums podcast, we're still here but we have expand into a podcast network. We are now the B3 Podcast Network. B3 stands for brands, bands and booze and ties into the concept of like content on this channel. You have the Riffs n Rhythms podcast every Tuesdays, the foundation of this audio channel, Drums and Rums every Wednesdays, and our recent addition the 5 year morning show at night, Jams 'n' Cocktails every Thursdays.We look to expand the channel with shows that are tied to one of the these industries, music, liquor and bar/restaurant/venue service industry.

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  • Creator
    Backbeats and Spirits Media
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    414
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Backbeats and Spirits
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