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United States of Dramerica Dan Rutstein
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4.8 • 17 Ratings
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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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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.
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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.
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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!
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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...
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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...
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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…
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Enjoy this cosy chat as an eclectic group of guests share their experience of whisky - you’ll learn, laugh and it’s entirely possible you will get a bit teary. So pour a dram, sit back, enjoy Chris’ mellifluous tones and Dan’s probing questions.
I don’t drink whisky, but I love this podcast!
Dan and Chris do an AMAZING job of shining a light on the wild & wonderful world of whisky. Every episode is a delight, you finish listening and feel like you’ve just been sat around a cosy fireplace drinking a warming dram. I particularly enjoyed Jennifer Wren’s episode, she’s a passionate advocate of all things whisky and spoke movingly about the roots of her love for the spirit. I was in bits!