Casey on Tap

Casey Wandell
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You've got questions about booze, sex, relationships, sports gambling or life in general? Casey on Tap has the answers! 

  1. 4d ago

    Stop Calling It Normal: The 7 Costs

    If you’ve ever thought, “Nothing terrible has happened, so I guess my drinking is fine,” this conversation is for you. I’m Casey, and I’m going straight at the quiet lie our culture sells: that alcohol only matters when your life is on fire. The truth is tougher and more useful, because it gives you power sooner. Alcohol doesn’t have to destroy your life to be diminishing it, and the real damage often looks like a slow leak rather than a spectacular collapse.  I break down seven hidden costs that tend to get dismissed because each one seems small on its own. We talk about “borrowing from tomorrow” when a night of relief shows up as poor sleep, low energy, anxiety, and fog the next day. We look at how alcohol can shrink your emotional range by turning into an avoidance tool, and how that can feed the very anxiety you’re trying to escape. We also get honest about relationships: alcohol can turn the volume up while lowering accuracy, leading to misreads, repeated conflicts, and a version of you that’s physically present but not fully emotionally available.  From there, we dig into standards and self-trust, the way rules get rewritten, and how life quietly starts orbiting the drink. I draw a line between relief and joy, and I ask the biggest question of all: who would you become if you stopped needing chemical permission to be yourself? I end with 10 self-audit questions plus a seven-day cost audit challenge, and I share how my one-on-one coaching program, the Casey Code, helps “functioning” drinkers build a clear, practical path forward. If this hit home, subscribe, share it with a friend, and leave a review so more people can choose clarity before a crisis. Send us Fan Mail You've got questions? 'Casey on Tap' has the answers. Kind of.

  2. Aug 7

    The Anxious-Avoidant Trap: When Love, Distance, and Alcohol Collide

    Why does one partner chase connection while the other shuts down, detaches or disappears? Casey shares his own personal experience with it--along with breaking down the four attachment styles—and then goes directly inside the anxious-avoidant trap: the painful relationship cycle where one person demands clarity while the other desperately creates distance. But what happens when alcohol enters that cycle? For the anxious partner, drinking can turn fear into urgency. For the avoidant partner, it can become suppression on top of suppression—another way to numb vulnerability and escape difficult conversations. This powerful episode explores love, emotional availability, drinking and the patterns that keep two people trapped—even when they genuinely love each other and would never consciously choose to be part of it. Send us Fan Mail You've got questions? 'Casey on Tap' has the answers. Kind of.

  3. Aug 1

    "The Casey Code" Why Everythng Changes Today

    What if quitting drinking was never the goal? The real goal has always been building a life so meaningful, disciplined, and fulfilling that alcohol simply no longer belongs in it. The Casey Code is a philosophy built on truth, ownership, and freedom—and it will become the foundation of every conversation moving forward. Send us Fan Mail You've got questions? 'Casey on Tap' has the answers. Kind of.

  4. 12/20/2025

    Casey on Tap Episode 50! JOOOY to the World...It's a Notre Dame-Less College Football Playoff Holiday Extravaganza! Plus the Mailbag!!

    It’s Christmas week, bowl season is in full swing, and the College Football Playoff has officially taken over the calendar. In this special Episode 50 holiday edition of Casey on Tap, Casey and guests break down the playoff matchups, the chaos of bowl season, and the narratives everyone’s arguing about right now—without taking it all too seriously. From hot takes to holiday distractions, we talk playoff pressure, team momentum, questionable coaching decisions, and what this time of year reveals about preparation, discipline, and who’s actually built for the moment. Toss in a little holiday chaos, a few laughs, and some honest perspective, and you’ve got the perfect end-of-year football conversation. Pour one (or don’t), settle in, and enjoy the playoff madness.It’s Christmas week, bowl season is in full swing, and the College Football Playoff has officially taken over the calendar. In this special Episode 50 holiday edition of Casey on Tap, Casey breaks down the playoff matchups, the chaos of bowl season, and the narratives everyone’s arguing about right now—without taking it all too seriously. From hot takes to holiday distractions, we talk playoff pressure, team momentum, questionable coaching decisions, and what this time of year reveals about preparation, discipline, and who’s actually built for the moment. Toss in a little holiday chaos, a few laughs, and some honest perspective, and you’ve got the perfect end-of-year football conversation. Pour one (or don’t), settle in, and enjoy the playoff madness. Send us Fan Mail You've got questions? 'Casey on Tap' has the answers. Kind of.

  5. 09/26/2025

    The most wonderful sports weekend of the year! Hello Ryder Cup!

    Summer break is over and it's time to TALK TURKEY! Casey and Doug break down the Ryder Cup, College Football and the NFL! You want winners?? This MIGHT be your ticket...and it might not. Only one way to find out!! Let's Go! Send us Fan Mail You've got questions? 'Casey on Tap' has the answers. Kind of.

  6. 07/18/2025

    Casey on Tap Episode 48: Where Golf Meets Greatness: The Lima Masters Special

    All Things Lima Masters — With Doug Wade, Mike Konopka & Hall of Fame Basketball Coach Bob Seggerson In this special episode, Casey is joined by his longtime friend and wingman, professional golfer Doug Wade, for a deep dive into the legendary Lima Masters tournament. They’re bringing the heat with two incredible guests: founding member Mike Konopka and honorary starter, Hall of Famer and Lima basketball icon, Coach Bob Seggerson. From hilarious behind-the-scenes stories to the rich legacy of the tournament, this one is packed with nostalgia, laughs, and local sports history you won’t hear anywhere else. PLUS — a special shoutout to Casey’s brand new children’s book, “Bark to the Future: Clubber & Buster’s Big Time Adventure,” now available on Amazon. Don’t miss this one. Send us Fan Mail You've got questions? 'Casey on Tap' has the answers. Kind of.

  7. 06/27/2025

    Casey on Tap Episode 47: You Call That Freedom? Hold My LaCroix.

    We celebrate freedom every 4th of July — but what about personal freedom? In this bold mid-year reflection, Casey unpacks what true independence really looks like by confronting the quiet grip alcohol holds over our lives, holidays, and identities. With relatable stories, hard truths, and a science-backed breakdown of what “just a few drinks” really costs you, this episode is a call to wake up, stop settling, and reclaim your true 'freedom' — starting today! Send us Fan Mail You've got questions? 'Casey on Tap' has the answers. Kind of.

  8. 06/13/2025

    Casey on Tap Episode 46: The Identity Trap: Who do you think you are?

    This Father’s Day weekend, we’re digging deep into identity — how we slowly become the habits we never meant to build, and why that truth hits so many of us like a gut punch. Whether you're a regular dad, a dog dad, or just someone trying to get back to who you really are, this one’s for you! Send us Fan Mail You've got questions? 'Casey on Tap' has the answers. Kind of.

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You've got questions about booze, sex, relationships, sports gambling or life in general? Casey on Tap has the answers! 

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  • Creator
    Casey Wandell
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    53
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Casey on Tap
  • Show Website
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