Music and Booze With Mo

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Episode 123: Episode 123 - Roberto Lares Sep 30, 2022

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Roberto Lares got his first barbacking gig after he finished a night of playing trumpet in his jazz band and then offered to help the venue since they were down a person at the bar. Now he's mixing drinks at Houston favorite, Johnny's Gold Brick, making playlists, exploring his love of whiskey, and still loving jazz. He also gave us a 19 hour playlist to listen to while you chill out with a drink here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1Zn5tkjDK3ewCF984mudEj?si=7c3e83a1e4694895

Episode 122: Episode 122 - Andra "AJ" Johnson Sep 19, 2022

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Andra "AJ" Johnson - a self proclaimed "cassette DJ" - went from bartender to barowner by the time she was 30, and uses her platform to showcase the skills of black hospitality professionals while crafting some amazing cocktails. Her "whiteplatesblackfaces" initiative has become a force in the industry. Also, she used to play the French horn. (Pic by Reema Desai) Check her playlist here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0QTlnqTV03klEFhvUKXQMd?si=57229c07197240bd

Episode 121: Episode 121 - Russell Gardener Aug 26, 2022

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Russell Gardener, born and raised in Las Vegas and hospitality, was living his best life as a respected cicerone and doing the beer thing when he had the realization that he could ditch his savings and open a surf punk tiki bar instead. So he brought Red Dwarf into the world, showcasing his twists on tropical drinks and knack for booking rowdy bands. And he can still play his drum kit sometimes too! Check out the Red Dwarf playlist here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5LUXliRfgjdos9hgdZED6a?si=fba0b826da1046a0

Episode 120: Episode 120 - Adam Demerath Aug 22, 2022

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Adam Demerath, currently keeping tropical libations afloat at Brooklyn's Sunken Harbor Club, tells us about his tiki road trip and shares some of the tunes he listened to along the way. Hear how his time running beverage programs at classy cocktail bars and throwing elaborate home tiki parties landed him a gig at one of the best tropical spots in the U.S. And check out his rockin' road trip playlist here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0FLCjo5cCRHxVdkKy0Gu73?si=a387ed092e9b4441

Episode 119: Episode 119 - Rodrigo Serrano Jul 22, 2022

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Rodrigo Serrano worked at casino bars in Guatemala and later found himself in the Florida temple of tiki, the legendary Mai Kai. A move to Chicago landed him at a modern classic: Three Dots & a Dash, and its speakeasy, the Bamboo Room. But he isn't just about tiki, he truly loves the classics... be it cocktails or rock. Want some Pink Floyd with your negroni? He's got you. And he's got bar music for you too: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0vE5RpEzFSsZ235HmLVp8y?si=a378e9d2584f405b

Episode 118: Episode 118 - Kingston Chan Jul 08, 2022

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Kingston Chan not only creates tropical goodness at Clifton's Pacific Seas, but his TikiTakeoverLA pop ups truly have taken over Los Angeles! Not only does he craft cocktails, but he crafts the playlists for his events too, highlighting queer artists to bring more visibility to his community via music and booze. Tune in to some of his special music picks here: https://open.spotify.com/user/shebmo

Episode 117: Episode 117 - Eric Lambright Jun 24, 2022

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Eric Lambright, the lead bartender creating tropical drinks for Savannah's Bamboo Room Tiki Bar, also mixes the music for patrons - both tiki and not tiki. He's ready to educate anyone who wanders into the bar about the bountiful world of rums as well as homegrown hip hop. Fun fact: he once served Paul McCartney, and he once played tuba. Check out his Tiki Not Tiki playlist here: https://open.spotify.com/user/shebmo

Episode 116: Episode 116 - Pasan Wijesena Jun 10, 2022

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Pasan Wijesena, owner of Sydney spots Jacoby's Tiki Bar & Earl's Juke Joint, was part of the first wave of proper cocktail bars in his city and once created an entire menu inspired by Aussie legend Nick Cave. He tells us how Twin Peaks & tiki intersect, about his record store days, and how Australia came to love craft beer. Check out his massive playlist here:https://open.spotify.com/user/shebmo?si=b5ae8d4bea8148d1

Episode 115: Episode 115 - Keli Rivers May 27, 2022

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Informally appointed as a "ginnoiseur" and currently the Sr. Gin Ambassador for Beam Suntory, Keli Rivers has a vast knowledge of gin as well as a massive collection (which only rivals her record collection). Not only was she the first hire at gin temple Whitechapel in SF, but she also served as KALX, Berkeley's music director about the same time. Listen to the podcast for gin lessons, and her musical ones are here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1tCZ7wpbuAjc93urdPAimE?si=f25fd4fbd8fa4c57

Episode 114: Episode 114 - Libby Lingua May 13, 2022

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Libby Lingua started out pouring shots in clubs and has worked her way into creating the Tales of the Cocktail nominated bar, Highball, in Phoenix AZ , where she also happens to be the musical director. She did a stint with Sony Music and sharpened her crafting skills at tropical hideaway Undertow before embarking on her own consultation company and co-managing this sophisticated lounge. Check out her chillest grooves on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7JhuDTVCIFMILd1i6KVI7U?si=0241c4098f7943d7

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