Tales From A Dive Bar

Tales From A Dive Bar Podcast

"Tales From A Dive Bar" is a captivating podcast that transports listeners into the gritty, yet charming world of local dive bars, where the atmosphere is as thick as the stories told. Each episode delves into a unique narrative, blending humor, nostalgia, and a touch of the unexpected, as hosts share anecdotes from patrons and bartenders alike. Whether you're a seasoned barfly or a curious newcomer, "Tales From A Dive Bar" offers a relatable and entertaining escape, celebrating the quirks and camaraderie found in these beloved watering holes.

  1. Jun 11

    Porch Karate at The Dive Bar

    Buy TFADB Merch – Magnets 2 for $10 FREE SHIPPING! There was a storm surge while JD, Erich and "Jamie" were at the dive bar. They rode it out talking about the most expensive song they found on the bar's touch tunes. Then, this is not what Erich had envisioned for PKFC! There was some roughhousing on the patio this past week that made the town news… Erich, as the commissioner of the Porch Karate Fighting Championship (PKFC) addresses the rumors and explains why it's important to make sure your Karate Porch Fight is PKFC sanctioned… He also explains the do's and don't of being a PKFC referee. Porch Karate Sanctioning:3 tiers of Porch Karate... Patio Karate - For the youngsters… If they're at the bar with a fake ID or you're 65 and been drinking for 42 years.. you get the patio.Porch Karate - Mid 20s and brink of weighing 200 lbs, you're porch karate material!Roof Karate - If you have really good heritage and genetics, you might get roof karate…When someone tells you to calm down, does it work? The show wraps up with a debate regarding the fights Erich, JD, and Jamie would like to see on the White House lawn and how de-escalation techniques between opposite sexes differ. It's the podcast episode America has been begging for, it's Tales From A Dive Bar. Drunk Dial Us! - 1-847-220-7769 Call us, text us, promote you or whatever your thing is... Leave us a drunken random thought-rant, or better yet, send us a picture of you having a blast at your favorite dive bar.... we might just use some of it for the show! 1-847-220-7769

    40 min

  2. Jun 1

    Day drinking with JD, Erich, and Zig...

    Buy TFADB Merch – Magnets (2 for $10) - FREE SHIPPING! What is real? What can we trust? Are horror movies being made for shock value while sacrificing plot lines? The boys dive into A.I's involvement in movies and Erich gives us his Stanley Cup hockey projections. The boys take bets on what genre will be responsible for the next big Summer banger..... Everybody is in somebody's pocket and nobody is really doing anything for us! How do you pursue happiness? We dive deep and discuss conspiracy theories, and how difficult it is to take anything as truth from media outlets the sensationalize indifference and fear.

    47 min
  3. Raven and JD talk about toxic relationships.....

    May 22

    Raven and JD talk about toxic relationships.....

    We’re going through growing pains… At least that’s what it feels like as of late…. The Raven’s new 515 Podcast provides a safe space while promoting education and awareness surrounding abusive and toxic relationships…. Raven dives deeper into the qualities and traits she’s noticed, and at times ignored, in her own experiences. She also explains how patriarchy affects men just as much as women by keeping them trapped. Do narcissists have friends or are they all using each other?This episode goes deeper into narcissism and recovery by reclaiming and alchemizing your pain while discussing red flags such as “love bombing”, “future faking”, gaslighting, coercive control and isolation. What makes a man weak? Is there a blue ribbon for the bare minimum? Do you post pictures of your significant other on social media? Should you get rid of social media all together? We step away from the bar stools to take on some very serious emotionally fueled subjects…. We’re also sponsoring the Steger American Legion Auxiliary Unit 521 for their annual golf outing at Deer Creek Golf Club located at 25055 S. Western Ave., University Park, Illinois (map) on Saturday June 13, 2026 Every day in the United States, 22 veterans succumb to suicide — losing their personal battle to the invisible wounds of war. Mission 22 supports Veterans and their families when they need it most: daily. The non-profit offers programs at no cost to all participants. You can learn more about the Mission by visitingMission22.com. The American Legion Auxiliary and Mission 22 are committed to advocating for Veterans and making a positive difference in our community. Hole sponsorship opportunities are available at $100; the sponsor’s name will be displayed on a sign. We are also accepting donations in the form of company swag, including, but not limited to, T-shirts, hats, hoodies, gift certificates, promotion codes, gift baskets, etc. Please contact Kathleen Murdoch at 708-372-1833 or dkjcmurdo@aol.com to confirm sponsorship and/or donations.

    47 min

  4. Feb 25

    What makes a good bartender?

    It's World Bartender's Day! David Vancil's book, "Rage Into The Night" is now an audio book. (Amazon) (Audable) JD and David air a few clips from the book and talk about how glad they were to have experienced the crazy things they did when they were younger. They also discussed how a regular day at a dive bar might be one of the best days ever for someone that's from out of town or even another country. David talks about his next book which will highlight his years bartending in Japan which is coming out soon. The boys also discuss the opportunities they likely blew as the result of the paths they chose... "We all have those regrets, but those choices are who made us the interesting people we are today. It’s drunken wonderful adventures and also experiencing life.... Perhaps it's also what makes you a damn good bartender.... Tune in!"

    59 min

  5. 07/23/2025

    Sponsoring a hole for a golf outing...

    The episode starts on a somber note. JD and Raven reflect on the passing of Ozzy Osbourne... Then we recap the podcast remote! JD and Raven explored Tuckaway Golf Club in Crete. TFADB sponsored a hole to benefit the Steger Women's Auxiliary #521 in addition to Mission 22 which creates programs that meet veterans and their families where they are, before a crisis point, in the midst of struggle, and throughout the long road of recovery… We also partied at the hole we sponsored and breathalyzed some college ages kids to see who was the most wasted. Special thanks to Dal Santo's Sausage & Catering for the amazing food once the beer munchies hit.

    24 min

  6. 06/28/2025

    Patrick “Deep Dish” Bertoletti gears up for Nathan's Hotdog Eating Contest

    TFADB Magnets available now at the shop! The simplest and purist of sports is returning to Chicago…. With Nathan’s Annual Hot Dog Eating Contest just days away, we sit down with professional eater Patrick “Deep Dish” Bertoletti to discuss defending his title and the return of Joey Chestnut. Patrick lets us know how to get over the mental edge that comes with training to beat his previous record of 58 hot dogs from last year. He tells us how the heat during showtime can affect how many glizzys go down. He also lets us know the most unique thing that he’s eaten…. and regretted. Patrick shares what he’s learned about himself through eating contests and how setting goals can lead to great things like discovering new recipes. There’s a “No Swimwear!” clause in the Nathan’s contest rule book because of Patrick, so we took time to explore loopholes…. Some tearaway pants are going to be needed for this one. Patrick’s “Deep Dish” Recipes Seasoned Chips Lawry’s seasonwhite sugarMSGmix salts and msg together, sprinkle on your favorite chips and enjoy. Patrick’s Chili Crunch Hotdogs Fry the glizzy in mild chili crunchfry the buns in the same mixApply Kewpie mayonnaiseAdd some green onions for colorAs the show winds down, we ask how long it takes for the body to recover following a hot dog eating contest and what’s the first thing Patrick plans to eat after an eating contest? Tune in! Get social with Patrick YouTube: @patbertoletti Instagram: @deepdisheats TikTok: deep.dish.eats

    35 min

  7. 06/16/2025

    “Stoner Forgecast” with JD and Chris

    Disclaimer… sorta, but not really We have to start with a disclaimer because this episode is nerdy and very specific to the online game Forge of Empires. It’s a fun distraction, possibly addicting, and does great at triggering Chris’s OCD. That said, forge forward. If’ you’re interested in playing with us, here’s Chris’s FOE invite link! It automatically adds you to our friends list so we can help you build and conquer along the way. Plus, he’ll get some in-game diamonds…. We’ll explain later... Okay, one more disclaimer. When, or should I say if, you decide to play, the mandatory tutorial at the very beginning, though helpful, does take some time. (About a half hour or so) We recommend that you grab your favorite drink and get through it. We’ll be on the other side waiting. JD and Chris have been playing Forge of Empires for over 12 years. It’s comparable to the game “Sim City” for you millennials. There’s also endless slews of quests involving diplomacy, battling, joining guilds, and trading. The boys talk about all of the mistakes they made at the beginning. They also talk about the early days of age camping and running guilds. They also know what great buildings are essential to make your city powerful as well as discuss the evolution of the game itself which seemingly never ends. Travel with us from the stone, or should I say the stoned age through the iron age as we bring you our first installment of “Stoner Forgecast”

    40 min

  8. 06/07/2025

    Stunt Performer/Actor, and Two Time Karate World Champion Joseph Huskisson

    TFADB Magnets 2 for $10 at the website “You would never expect someone who’s a world champion, aspiring stuntman, and fighter to also be a mechanic, who works on airplanes, who does fences…..”Stunt Performer/Actor, and two time Karate World Champion Joseph Huskisson talks about his travels, working on movie sets, and his hopes of being set on fire someday... He's also shares a story about throwing around a professional wrestler during a fight scene in the hit series Cobra Kai, and becoming the crowd favorite during an impromptu kick boxing event that he was originally billed to be an on-site medic for... He also mentions how the SAG-AFTRA strike against A.I. created a lot of strange turns and surprises in his career. Tune In! What would your intro music be if you’re getting into the ring? Here’s what Joe would come into the ring to... BigXthaPlug - Whip It Check out his Stunt Reel (via @just_joes_to_show) Drunk Dial Us! – 1-847-220-7769 Call us, text us, promote you or whatever your thing is… Leave us a drunken random thought-rant, or better yet, send us a picture of you having a blast at your favorite dive bar…. we might just use some of it for the show!

    33 min
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"Tales From A Dive Bar" is a captivating podcast that transports listeners into the gritty, yet charming world of local dive bars, where the atmosphere is as thick as the stories told. Each episode delves into a unique narrative, blending humor, nostalgia, and a touch of the unexpected, as hosts share anecdotes from patrons and bartenders alike. Whether you're a seasoned barfly or a curious newcomer, "Tales From A Dive Bar" offers a relatable and entertaining escape, celebrating the quirks and camaraderie found in these beloved watering holes.

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  • Creator
    Tales From A Dive Bar Podcast
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    14
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Tales From A Dive Bar Podcast
  • Show Website
    Tales From A Dive Bar

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