Cocktails with Dimples & The Beard

Dimples & The Beard

Cocktails with Dimples and The Beard is where comedy, cocktails, and complete chaos come together — with zero filter and even less shame. Hosted by two best friends with mics and no adult supervision, this podcast dives into off-the-cuff conversations with comedians, actors, musicians, and creators from all corners of the entertainment world. Whether it's hilarious hypotheticals, behind-the-scenes stories, or wildly inappropriate tangents, Dimples and The Beard keep it loose, loud, and just the right amount of unhinged. No scripts. No rules. Just two guys, a couple drinks, and a whole lot of WTF. New episodes drop weekly. Come for the guests, stay for the beautiful disaster.

  1. Midwest Meg Seems Wholesome… Until She Gets Comfortable | Ep. 275

    4D AGO

    Midwest Meg Seems Wholesome… Until She Gets Comfortable | Ep. 275

    Midwest Meg joins us for one of the most Wisconsin episodes we’ve ever done — and things go off the rails fast. What starts with Midwest accents, supper clubs, dive bars, cheese curds, and how she accidentally became one of the biggest Midwest content creators online slowly turns into drunk bar stories, dirty business names, social media chaos, and a story that completely destroys her wholesome image. We also dive into Wisconsin culture, Milwaukee nightlife, recording content in her car, going viral on TikTok and Instagram, and the surprising moment she ended up interviewing Hugh Jackman in Milwaukee. But underneath all the chaos, this episode also gets surprisingly real. Midwest Meg opens up about mental health, depression, dealing with hate comments online, and why she refuses to pretend life is perfect on social media. It’s funny, awkward, ridiculously Midwest, and somehow weirdly heartfelt all at the same time. New episodes every Monday. Subscribe, like, and drop a comment — it really helps the show. Check out Midwest Meg - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwestmeg_ 🥃 Official Spirits Sponsor – Great Lakes Distillery Website: https://greatlakesdistillery.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatlakesdistillery 🍸 Cocktails with Dimples and The Beard YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cwdatb Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cwdatbpodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CocktailswithDimplesandTheBeard X: https://twitter.com/dimplesthebeard TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cocktailsdimplesthebeard Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-6163487 📧 For sponsorships or collaborations: cwdatb@gmail.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    1h 24m
  2. 4 A.M. Trauma Bonding with Comedians Josh Potter & Nelya Linnik | Ep. 274

    MAY 10

    4 A.M. Trauma Bonding with Comedians Josh Potter & Nelya Linnik | Ep. 274

    After hanging out at The Comedy Store all night and waiting out a police standoff at our hotel until nearly 4 a.m., we somehow ended up back in our room with comedians Josh Potter and Nelya Linnik recording one of the most chaotic episodes of Cocktails with Dimples & The Beard we’ve ever done. Running on almost no sleep, the conversation immediately spirals into trauma bonding, growing up in Ukraine, moving to America, Comedy Store stories, weed tests, Glenn Campbell, Alzheimer’s, cremation, onion farms, Boy George, and the ongoing debate over whether “brick” means penis. The production quality may not be up to our normal standards — we accidentally forgot to turn on the good mics — but there was no way we weren’t sharing this episode. It’s loud, messy, sleep-deprived, completely unfiltered, and honestly feels less like a podcast and more like sitting in a hotel room with a group of exhausted comics slowly losing their minds together. If you enjoy late-night comedy conversations, chaotic podcast energy, stand-up stories, and the kind of conversations that could only happen at 4 a.m. in Hollywood, this episode is absolutely for you. New episodes every Monday. Subscribe, like, and drop a comment — it really helps the show. Check out Josh - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/josh_potter Beacons: https://beacons.ai/joshpotter Check out Neyla - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nelyalinnik 🥃 Official Spirits Sponsor – Great Lakes Distillery Website: https://greatlakesdistillery.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatlakesdistillery 🍸 Cocktails with Dimples and The Beard YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cwdatb Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cwdatbpodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CocktailswithDimplesandTheBeard X: https://twitter.com/dimplesthebeard TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cocktailsdimplesthebeard Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-6163487 📧 For sponsorships or collaborations: cwdatb@gmail.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    1h 26m
  3. She Went OFF on Scream 7… We Let Her Cook ~ Comedian Katie Hettenbach  | Ep. 273

    MAY 4

    She Went OFF on Scream 7… We Let Her Cook ~ Comedian Katie Hettenbach | Ep. 273

    This week we’re joined by comedian and horror expert Katie Hettenbach, and yeah… she absolutely unloads on Scream 7. What starts as a simple question turns into a full breakdown of what went wrong — from pacing and missing story beats to why it doesn’t feel like a real Scream movie at all. We get into horror franchises, why some sequels hit and others completely fall apart, and how modern horror is evolving (or not). From there, it goes exactly where you’d expect with us — comedy store stories, bombing in LA vs Midwest crowds, watching movies high (including some truly questionable choices), Scooby-Doo nostalgia, and somehow claw machine strategy. It’s part horror deep dive, part chaos — mix comedians, strong opinions, zero structure, and a few cocktails — and see what happens. New episodes every Monday. Subscribe, like, and drop a comment — it really helps the show. Check out Katie - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kthetty Check out Katie Afraidy - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katieafraidy YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCtFlJMI_eHapDux480IKqog 🥃 Official Spirits Sponsor – Great Lakes Distillery Website: https://greatlakesdistillery.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatlakesdistillery 🍸 Cocktails with Dimples and The Beard YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cwdatb Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cwdatbpodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CocktailswithDimplesandTheBeard X: https://twitter.com/dimplesthebeard TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cocktailsdimplesthebeard Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-6163487 📧 For sponsorships or collaborations: cwdatb@gmail.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    1h 24m
  4. He Was Singing in the Shower When American Idol Came Calling ~ Bryant Thomas | Ep. 272

    APR 27

    He Was Singing in the Shower When American Idol Came Calling ~ Bryant Thomas | Ep. 272

    This week on Cocktails with Dimples & The Beard, we sit down with singer-songwriter Bryant Thomas and his fiancée Alyona to break down the moment his life flipped upside down—going from singing in the shower to getting the call from American Idol. What started as a random recording turned into a viral moment, leading to an unforgettable audition, behind-the-scenes chaos, and a proposal story that almost went off the rails when he completely forgot the ring at the worst possible time. From getting roasted as a “drunk idiot” trombone player to figuring out how to stand out in a crowded music space, Bryant and Alyona walk us through the highs, the panic moments, and everything in between. Join us as we discuss Bryant’s journey into music, the reality of being on American Idol, and the wild path that got him there—including the now-famous shower videos that changed everything. Plus, Bryant performs three songs during the episode, including his unreleased track “Thorns” and two more you don’t want to miss. New episodes every Monday. Subscribe, like, and drop a comment — it really helps the show. Check out Bryant - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bryant.thomas.band Linktree: https://linktr.ee/officialbryantthomas 🥃 Official Spirits Sponsor – Great Lakes Distillery Website: https://greatlakesdistillery.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatlakesdistillery 🍸 Cocktails with Dimples and The Beard YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cwdatb Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cwdatbpodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CocktailswithDimplesandTheBeard X: https://twitter.com/dimplesthebeard TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cocktailsdimplesthebeard Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-6163487 📧 For sponsorships or collaborations: cwdatb@gmail.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    1h 42m
  5. Explaining ‘Brain Zaps’ on Kill Tony… It Got Weird ~ Kirstie Hayden | Ep. 271

    APR 20

    Explaining ‘Brain Zaps’ on Kill Tony… It Got Weird ~ Kirstie Hayden | Ep. 271

    This week, we sit down with comedian Kirstie Hayden, known for her appearance on Kill Tony, and dive into the moment that had everyone confused—her explanation of “brain zaps.” What starts as a casual reference turns into a wild breakdown of what it actually feels like to quit Zoloft cold turkey, including the unexpected physical effects, the mental challenges, and how that experience unexpectedly became part of her Kill Tony interview. We get into her journey through stand-up, moving to Austin, signing up for Kill Tony over 30 times before getting picked, and how timing, life experience, and just letting things “come out” led to a breakout moment on stage. Beyond Kill Tony, Kirstie opens up about her full comedy process—from writing and testing jokes at open mics to developing her unique on-stage persona—and shares honest insight into mental health, antidepressants, and learning how to cope both on and off medication. The conversation blends raw honesty with chaos as we talk about SSRIs, serotonin syndrome, psychedelic experiences, crowd work vs written material, and what it really takes to build a career in comedy. If you’ve ever wondered what “brain zaps” actually are, what it’s like grinding your way onto Kill Tony, or how comedians turn real-life experiences into moments that hit on stage, this episode delivers. New episodes every Monday. Subscribe, like, and drop a comment — it really helps the show. Check out Kirstie - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirstiecomedy Linktree: https://linktr.ee/kirstiecomedy 🥃 Official Spirits Sponsor – Great Lakes Distillery Website: https://greatlakesdistillery.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatlakesdistillery 🍸 Cocktails with Dimples and The Beard YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cwdatb Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cwdatbpodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CocktailswithDimplesandTheBeard X: https://twitter.com/dimplesthebeard TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cocktailsdimplesthebeard Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-6163487 📧 For sponsorships or collaborations: cwdatb@gmail.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    1h 28m
  6. We Got Kicked Out of Two Churches ~ Christy Love | Ep. 270

    APR 13

    We Got Kicked Out of Two Churches ~ Christy Love | Ep. 270

    Christy Love has one of the wildest stories we’ve ever heard, and it all starts with a church. Join us as we discuss how she and her husband planted a church in San Diego, struggled to survive financially, and made a desperate decision that changed everything. What began as a way to make quick money through webcamming quickly spiraled when someone from the church discovered her secret, recorded her, and sent it to the entire congregation — leading to the church being shut down. We also get into being kicked out of a second church, the judgment that followed, and how she fully stepped into the adult industry while still holding onto her faith. We also dive into the deeper side of Christy’s story, including her past trauma, her complicated relationship with sex, and how entering the adult industry unexpectedly became part of her healing journey. From navigating marriage and relationships to stepping into stand-up comedy and building a completely new life, Christy is open, honest, and unfiltered in a way that makes this episode equal parts shocking, emotional, and hilarious. If you’re into real stories, uncomfortable truths, and the kind of chaos that only happens on Cocktails with Dimples and The Beard, this is one you don’t want to miss. New episodes every Monday. Subscribe, like, and drop a comment — it really helps the show. Check out Christy - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/onlychristylove Website: https://www.christyvip.com 🥃 Official Spirits Sponsor – Great Lakes Distillery Website: https://greatlakesdistillery.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatlakesdistillery 🍸 Cocktails with Dimples and The Beard YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cwdatb Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cwdatbpodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CocktailswithDimplesandTheBeard X: https://twitter.com/dimplesthebeard TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cocktailsdimplesthebeard Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-6163487 📧 For sponsorships or collaborations: cwdatb@gmail.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    1h 8m
  7. I Was Flying Black Hawks… Now I’m on Kill Tony ~ Jo Ellis | Ep. 269

    APR 6

    I Was Flying Black Hawks… Now I’m on Kill Tony ~ Jo Ellis | Ep. 269

    Jo Ellis has lived about five different lives, and none of them are boring. Join us as we discuss flying Black Hawk helicopters in the Army, realizing she wanted to transition from male to female while still serving, and what it was actually like going through that process inside the military. We also get into the moment an insane internet rumor took off after a Black Hawk crash, leading people to believe she was the pilot — to the point where people were calling to ask if she was dead. We also dive into her relationships and dating, along with some of the bigger life decisions she’s had to make, including surgery. And somehow, in the middle of all of that, she jumped into stand-up comedy and ended up on Kill Tony. Jo is open, funny, and completely down to talk about the stuff most people would avoid, which makes this episode exactly the kind of chaos you’d expect from us. New episodes every Monday. Subscribe, like, and drop a comment — it really helps the show. Check out Jo - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joellisreally Website: https://joellisreally.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@joellisreally 🥃 Official Spirits Sponsor – Great Lakes Distillery Website: https://greatlakesdistillery.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatlakesdistillery 🎲Episode Sponsor - FU The Game Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fu_thegame Website: https://futhegame.com 🍸 Cocktails with Dimples and The Beard YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cwdatb Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cwdatbpodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CocktailswithDimplesandTheBeard X: https://twitter.com/dimplesthebeard TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cocktailsdimplesthebeard Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-6163487 📧 For sponsorships or collaborations: cwdatb@gmail.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    1h 11m
  8. He Was Addicted to Hate -- and It Kept Escalating ~ Former Neo-Nazi Arno Michaelis | Ep. 268

    MAR 30

    He Was Addicted to Hate -- and It Kept Escalating ~ Former Neo-Nazi Arno Michaelis | Ep. 268

    He wasn’t just angry—he was hooked. In this episode, we sit down with Arno Michaelis to break down how hate can function like an addiction, escalating from small acts of rebellion into something far more dangerous. What starts as bullying and shock-seeking quickly turns into a need for more intensity—more fear, more violence, more control—until it spirals into full-blown extremism. Arno shares how he went from a suburban kid with a stable upbringing into a neo-Nazi skinhead deeply embedded in the movement, forming a white power band, recruiting others, and living in a constant cycle of addiction, identity, and destruction. But what makes this story hit harder is what began to crack that worldview: moments of unexpected kindness from the very people he was taught to hate, forcing him to confront the hypocrisy and emotional exhaustion of the life he was living. Arno Michaelis is a former neo-Nazi skinhead turned author, speaker, and interventionist with Parents for Peace, a national nonprofit that helps families and individuals disengage from violent extremism. Drawing from his own past, he now works directly with people at risk of radicalization and supports families trying to pull loved ones out of hate-driven movements. He is the author of My Life After Hate and co-author of The Gift of Our Wounds, and has spent years speaking around the world about deradicalization, empathy, and the long road out of extremism. New episodes every Monday. Subscribe, like, and drop a comment — it really helps the show. Check out Arno - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arnomichaelis Check out Parent for Peace - Website: https://www.parents4peace.org 🥃 Official Spirits Sponsor – Great Lakes Distillery Website: https://greatlakesdistillery.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatlakesdistillery 🎲Episode Sponsor - FU The Game Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fu_thegame Website: https://futhegame.com 🍸 Cocktails with Dimples and The Beard YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cwdatb Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cwdatbpodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CocktailswithDimplesandTheBeard X: https://twitter.com/dimplesthebeard TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cocktailsdimplesthebeard Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-6163487 📧 For sponsorships or collaborations: cwdatb@gmail.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    1h 39m
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Cocktails with Dimples and The Beard is where comedy, cocktails, and complete chaos come together — with zero filter and even less shame. Hosted by two best friends with mics and no adult supervision, this podcast dives into off-the-cuff conversations with comedians, actors, musicians, and creators from all corners of the entertainment world. Whether it's hilarious hypotheticals, behind-the-scenes stories, or wildly inappropriate tangents, Dimples and The Beard keep it loose, loud, and just the right amount of unhinged. No scripts. No rules. Just two guys, a couple drinks, and a whole lot of WTF. New episodes drop weekly. Come for the guests, stay for the beautiful disaster.