United States of Dramerica

Dan Rutstein
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United States of Dramerica

There is nothing like a dram of whisky to inspire an important conversation. Each week we sit down with a guest from the worlds of entertainment, sport or business and they tell their story over a glass of whisky.

  1. JAN 30

    Episode 100 - Comedian, actress, writer Sarah Colonna

    Our 100th episode and it's a funny one. We talk to the fantastic acress, comedian, writer Sarah Colonna.She talks about performing in Starbucks, wearing socks in the shower in crap hotel rooms and performing in Moscow (the Idaho one).We reminisce about the California Angels, discuss watching baseball with her dad and how her and her Superbowl-winning husband were the original NFL/entertainment crossover power couple.Sarah is remarkably not jealous of influencer comedians, we discuss her love ...

    53 min

  2. 07/16/2024

    Episode 99 - Kent French, Legendary Ducks and Angels broadcaster

    An honour to have broadcaster Kent French on the show.He tells us about breaking into broadcasting in the early internet days, covering the NHL draft from the Sphere in Vegas and winning a Stanley Cup ring.We talk about witnessing a player collapse, interviewing Arnie and the grind of travel in long seasons.Kent discussed his new love of football, his past ownership of Orange County SC and the privilege and the pleasure of a carer in sport.A fun episode with a real pro.

    55 min

  3. 07/09/2024

    Episode 98 - Ron Patel, President of New Mexico United

    We speak to New Mexico United President Ron Patel.The day before their US Open Cup quarter-final against LAFC, we talk the growth of soccer in the US, why so many fans have got behind his team and the time they thought a fan brought a gun into their Stadium.He explains the day in the life of a football club president, whether the US or England are more likely to win a World Cup and what you need to do to get a parade in Albuquerque.And why he wants to drink a whisky with the Ironman of India.

    46 min

  4. 05/29/2024

    Episode 97 - Kenny Stewart and Craig Evans, 126 Water for Whisky

    Kenny and Craig join the show to discuss why you should put water in whisky and why that water should come from Loch Ness.The Scotsmen discuss the dangers to whisky of ice, tap water and mineral water, their love of Glenfarclas and how water from Loch Ness won’t kill you.We also cover monsters, Elvis and Craig’s love for sharing a dram with his dad and his wife (who doesn’t drink whisky).A great episode with our show’s first sponsors!

    47 min

  5. 11/29/2023

    Episode 96 - Marc McNulty, Scottish Footballer

    We chat to Scottish striker Marc McNulty.He talks about finding out about his Scotland debut from the TV, his adventures playing in Orange County and the pride of playing at Wembley.We also cover the excitement of playing in front of large crowds, fitting kitchens and getting kicked in the nuts against San Antonio.In a fun romp through his career, we talk highlights and lowlights, the travel, weather and pitch conditions in the US and the anxiety of transfer deadlines.And he tells us wh...

    46 min

  6. 09/18/2023

    Episode 95 - Jason Myers, award winning trailer editor

    I talk to Jason Myers, trailer editor (and my karate partner).We talk about the world of editing trailers, salvaging bad films and working with Michael Bay on Transformers.He tells us how to make a trailer, his trailer geekiness and the Golden Trailer Awards.We talk editing sport, using music so good in trailers that they put it in the film and the worst films.Jason, over a Japanese whisky, tells us how Tom Cruise took away his Super Bowl spot, getting to the cinema early to watch his work an...

    52 min

  7. 06/20/2023

    Episode 94 - Personal stylists Jordan LaValle and Meg Chapman

    Over a gold rush and a whiskey sour, I talk to the Closet Files - a pair of high-flying personal stylists.We talk fashion, dressing men and styling women for work and leisure.They explain why clients need a stylist, going through people’s wardrobes and working with celebrities.We talk about authentic style, telling clients the truth and working with Mariska Hargitay and Alyssa Milano.And how to dress for divorce court…

    50 min

  8. 04/05/2023

    Episode 93 - Jason Franklin, sports fanatic and co-founder of Sportiqe

    We talk to Sportiqe co-founder Jason Franklin.He tells us about catching a Hulk Hogan shirt at WrestleMania, how being a ball boy for the Chicago Bulls changed his life and wearing personalized hoodies.He cracks open a Japanese whisky and explains why he founded Sportiqe, his children stopping strangers in the street to talk about their clothing and his dream of working with Taylor Swift.Jason talks about the importance of music to his life, why fans want premium merchandise and Christmas pre...

    52 min
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There is nothing like a dram of whisky to inspire an important conversation. Each week we sit down with a guest from the worlds of entertainment, sport or business and they tell their story over a glass of whisky.

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  • Creator
    Dan Rutstein
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2025
  • Episodes
    100
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 United States of Dramerica
  • Show Website
    United States of Dramerica

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