The Bourbon Case Files

Nicholas Norden and Zachary Leacox
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Welcome to The Bourbon Case Files — the podcast for bourbon lovers, collectors, and curious sippers. Hosted by Nicholas Norden, Esq. and Zachary Leacox, Esq., founders of Norden Leacox Accident & Injury Law, each episode explores the rich world of bourbon: from tasting and collecting to the stories behind the bottles.Along the way, they'll unpack legal insights drawn from their years as seasoned personal injury attorneys. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned collector, pour yourself a glass and join us for good conversation and great whiskey! 🎧  Subscribe to our YouTube channel to never miss an episode https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDXqiYR1znpjffLgoHyplOg and visit  🔗 Learn more about us: https://nordenleacox.com/  

  1. 2D AGO

    Four Roses and the Business of Law with Marina Bradley

    🥃 Don’t miss a pour — Subscribe to the channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDXqiYR1znpjffLgoHyplOg Recorded live at the National Trial Lawyers Summit in Miami, Nick sits down with Marina Bradley over a pour of Four Roses Single Barrel to discuss what really drives law firm growth behind the scenes. The conversation covers leadership transitions, the value of conferences and masterminds, competitive legal markets, and why intake may be the most important department in a personal injury firm. Along the way, they discuss client experience, common misconceptions about contingency fees, and how firms can better educate and protect people at their most vulnerable moments.  Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode: 🥃 Why Four Roses Single Barrel is a perfect low-proof sip  📈 How conferences can help accelerate law firm growth 🤝 The value of masterminds and peer accountability  ☎️ Why intake can make or break your entire firm  ⚖️ Client education, contingency fees, and insurance company tactics Learn more about Marina: https://ostrofflaw.com/your-team/marina-bradley/ Ostroff Godshall: https://ostrofflaw.com/ Check us out on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDXqiYR1znpjffLgoHyplOg 📞 Call us 24/7 at (407) 801-3000 for a free consultation. Remember, if we don’t win, you don’t pay. 🔗 Learn more at https://nordenleacox.com 📕Download Zachary and Nicholas’ E-Book: https://nordenleacox.com/about-us/download-our-ebook/

    25 min

  2. JAN 22

    Quality Without the Price Tag: Tasting Eagle Rare 10-Year with Perry Schneider

    🥃 Don’t miss a pour — Subscribe to the channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDXqiYR1znpjffLgoHyplOg In this episode of The Bourbon Case Files, Nick and Zach welcome attorney and consultant Perry Schneider for a wide-ranging conversation over a pour of Eagle Rare. What starts as a first-time bourbon tasting turns into a thoughtful discussion on flavor notes, aging, and why some bottles punch above their price. The conversation also dives into Perry’s legal career, lessons from law firm growth, and how leadership, efficiency, and process shape long-term success.  Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode: 🥃 What makes Eagle Rare a standout 10-year bourbon 👃 Flavor notes: vanilla, caramel, smooth finish, and proof  ⚖️ Life as a pre-litigation attorney vs. trial work  💻 How Zoom changed the efficiency of courtrooms  📈 Scaling law firms through leadership and process  Keep up with Perry: https://www.linkedin.com/in/perry-schneider-65a63ba/ Check us out on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDXqiYR1znpjffLgoHyplOg 📞 Call us 24/7 at (407) 801-3000 for a free consultation. Remember, if we don’t win, you don’t pay. 🔗 Learn more at https://nordenleacox.com 📕Download Zachary and Nicholas’ E-Book: https://nordenleacox.com/about-us/download-our-ebook/

    26 min

  3. JAN 8

    W.L. Weller 12 Year, Work, Family, and Fun with Missy Rogers & Yami Filippelli

    🥃 Don’t miss a pour — Subscribe to the channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDXqiYR1znpjffLgoHyplOg In this episode, Nick sits down with Missy Rogers and Yami Filippelli for a laid-back conversation that blends bourbon, careers, and real life. What starts with a glass of W.L. Weller 12 Year turns into stories about work, heritage, their favorite things, and finding comfort outside the grind. From the thrill of hunting rare bourbons to the quirks of personal style and career insights in the legal world, this episode is full of laughs, surprises, and a few lessons along the way. Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode: 🥃 Weller 12 Spotlight: What makes this bourbon smooth, sweet, and so highly sought after 🔍 Rare Bourbon Hunt: Why great bottles are hard to find 👕 Comfort & Personal Style: Favorite “off-duty” clothes & life outside the grind ⚖️ Trial Law: Insights on personal injury & litigation  Check us out on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDXqiYR1znpjffLgoHyplOg 📞 Call us 24/7 at (407) 801-3000 for a free consultation. Remember, if we don’t win, you don’t pay. 🔗 Learn more at https://nordenleacox.com 📕Download Zachary and Nicholas’ E-Book: https://nordenleacox.com/about-us/download-our-ebook/

    46 min

  4. 12/18/2025

    New Riff Winter Whiskey with Aaron Paul: Christmas in a Bottle

    🥃 Don’t miss a pour — Subscribe to the channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDXqiYR1znpjffLgoHyplOg What sets a seasonal whiskey like New Riff Winter apart? Aaron Paul returns to talk about what makes this seasonal bourbon stand out. Beyond bourbon, the duo dives into unforgettable family adventures, including epic trips to Italy, Christmas football at Lambeau Field, and skiing in Utah’s best resorts. They also share stories of food, travel, cars, and the little experiences that make life richer outside of work. Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode: 🥃 New Riff Winter: seasonal whiskey tasting and impressions 😬 Bottle Regret: passing on a Master’s Keep release 🍽️ Philly Eats: memorable food and city experiences 🏈 Sports & Family: fandom, parenting, and priorities ⛷️ Ski Adventures: family trips and favorite resorts Check us out on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDXqiYR1znpjffLgoHyplOg 📞 Call us 24/7 at (407) 801-3000 for a free consultation. Remember, if we don’t win, you don’t pay. 🔗 Learn more at https://nordenleacox.com 📕Download Zachary and Nicholas’ E-Book: https://nordenleacox.com/about-us/download-our-ebook/

    37 min

  5. 12/04/2025

    Battle of the Bourbons: Peerless Single Barrel vs. Dettling Bourbon with Aaron Paul

    🥃 Don’t miss a pour — Subscribe to the channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDXqiYR1znpjffLgoHyplOg Join Nick and special guest Aaron Paul as they each bring a favorite bottle- Peerless Single Barrel and Dettling Bourbon- for a spirited side-by-side tasting and lively comparison. Along the way, they explore the stories and flavors behind these standout bourbons, sharing personal insights on collecting, savoring unique pours, and balancing passions with family and career. Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode: 🥃 Peerless Single Barrel: first pour, early impressions, and why we love it 🦬 Meet Dettling Bourbon: a standout bottle with a story 📚 Aaron’s Bourbon Journey: collecting, learning, and sharing along the way 👨‍👧 Family & Life: the personal side behind the passion 💼 Business & Career Insights: how work and bourbon worlds overlap ⛳ Golf Talk: simulators, swings, and off-course fun Get In Touch with Aaron Paul:  Synergy Wealth Alliance:  https://www.synergywealthalliance.com/team/aaron-paul Email Aaron: aaron@synergywealthalliance.com  Check us out on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDXqiYR1znpjffLgoHyplOg 📞 Call us 24/7 at (407) 801-3000 for a free consultation. Remember, if we don’t win, you don’t pay. 🔗 Learn more at https://nordenleacox.com 📕Download Zachary and Nicholas’ E-Book: https://nordenleacox.com/about-us/download-our-ebook/

    28 min

  6. 11/20/2025

    Widow Jane, Bottle Hunting & Football with Peter Ridge

    Nick and Peter are back for round two, this time tasting and reviewing Widow Jane 10-Year Bourbon. They break down the distillery’s unique approach, their limestone mineral water process, and how blending barrels from across the country creates its signature flavor profile. Along the way, they get into bottle-hunting strategies, fantasy football, and the bourbons worth keeping on your shelf. Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode: 🥃 Widow Jane Intro: history and how the New York distillery sources barrels 🔥 Taste Test: first impressions, heat level, and flavor notes 🏪 Where to Find It: availability, pricing, and what’s coming next 🔍 Bourbon Research: how Nick chooses new bottles to try 🏈 Fantasy Football: preseason chatter, league strategy, and weekend plans Check us out on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDXqiYR1znpjffLgoHyplOg 📞 Call us 24/7 at (407) 801-3000 for a free consultation. Remember, if we don’t win, you don’t pay. 🔗 Learn more at https://nordenleacox.com 📕Download Zachary and Nicholas’ E-Book: https://nordenleacox.com/about-us/download-our-ebook/

    20 min

  7. 11/06/2025

    Woodford Reserve Double Oaked & Life Beyond The Pour with Chris Ochoa

    Nick welcomes Chris Ochoa back for another pour- this time featuring Woodford Reserve Double Oaked- as the two swap tasting notes and stories from everyday life. Between rich flavors of chocolate and coffee, Chris opens up about juggling work, parenting, and the hobbies that keep him grounded, from golf to flying. He also shares the story behind effNETS, the nonprofit he founded to support pancreatic cancer research and bring hope to families fighting the disease. Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode: 🥃 Bourbon Tasting: exploring the flavor and character of Woodford Reserve Double Oaked 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Life Updates: family stories, work-life balance, and the beauty of distraction ⛳ Golf & Florida Life: Chris’s local courses, best shots, and weekend escapes 🧘 Hobbies & Headspace: how flying, golf, and routine help Chris manage stress 💜 effNETS Foundation: honoring family and driving awareness for pancreatic cancer research Check us out on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDXqiYR1znpjffLgoHyplOg 📞 Call us 24/7 at (407) 801-3000 for a free consultation. Remember, if we don’t win, you don’t pay. 🔗 Learn more at https://nordenleacox.com 📕Download Zachary and Nicholas’ E-Book: https://nordenleacox.com/about-us/download-our-ebook/

    26 min

  8. 10/16/2025

    Wild Turkey Kentucky Spirit: A Smooth Bourbon Pour with Peter Ridge

    In this episode, Nick sits down with Peter Ridge, Esq., a litigation attorney with the Norden Leacox team, to sample and review Wild Turkey Kentucky Spirit. They dive into what makes this single barrel special, from the smooth taste to the story behind barrel selection, proof, and aging. Throughout the conversation, Nick and Peter swap stories about law, competitive sports, and the pursuit of excellence.  Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode: 🥃 Kentucky Craftsmanship: What makes Kentucky Spirit distinct  🚴 Triathlon: How Peter stays competitive and motivated through triathlons 🧠 Discipline & Focus: The shared mindset of law and athletics 🏝️ Travel & Reset: Peter’s getaway to Casa de Campo in the Dominican Republic Check us out on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDXqiYR1znpjffLgoHyplOg 📞 Call us 24/7 at (407) 801-3000 for a free consultation. Remember, if we don’t win, you don’t pay. 🔗 Learn more at https://nordenleacox.com 📕Download Zachary and Nicholas’ E-Book: https://nordenleacox.com/about-us/download-our-ebook/

    23 min
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About

Welcome to The Bourbon Case Files — the podcast for bourbon lovers, collectors, and curious sippers. Hosted by Nicholas Norden, Esq. and Zachary Leacox, Esq., founders of Norden Leacox Accident & Injury Law, each episode explores the rich world of bourbon: from tasting and collecting to the stories behind the bottles.Along the way, they'll unpack legal insights drawn from their years as seasoned personal injury attorneys. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned collector, pour yourself a glass and join us for good conversation and great whiskey! 🎧  Subscribe to our YouTube channel to never miss an episode https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDXqiYR1znpjffLgoHyplOg and visit  🔗 Learn more about us: https://nordenleacox.com/  

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  • Creator
    Nicholas Norden and Zachary Leacox
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    15
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 The Bourbon Case Files
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