Music and Booze With Mo

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Episode 153: Episode 153 - Nick Sinutko Jan 22, 2024

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We're catching up with a previous guest, Nick Sinutko! He is currently a self proclaimed "mocktologist" (said very tongue in cheek) as he is leading the charge of n/a cocktails at Leucadia's Atelier Manna, and will soon also be creating drinks for skater Tony Hawk's latest enterprise, Chick and Hawk. Formerly the beverage director of San Diego's legendary Campfire, Nick is now crafting in a farm to glass style while still playing keyboards and finishing up a new album with his band Drug Hunt. (pic by Laura Arango) His Vol. 2 playlist is here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2Q0M1hrNFeqjNyEeeBvS0J?si=59f021601e5d4be0

Episode 152: Episode 152 - Han Suk Cho Jan 08, 2024

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Han Suk Cho composes music and alcohol free cocktails, passionately pursuing perfection with both. Her n/a contributions to the beverage menu at Kato in Los Angeles helped earn the spot a Michelin star, and she also has her own line of alternative sodas, Zero Proof. Han studied music composition at university in her home country of Korea since she already played several instruments, starting at the age of 3. Everything she does is about creativity and emotional expression, from her chamber pieces to her drink pairings. Check out her past life playlist here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4ZGxqLUXYDKIjntn8f8VDm?si=da550d6d9ece4f02

Episode 151: Episode 151 - Siobahn Jones Nov 27, 2023

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Siobahn Jones is a queen at creating vibes musically and a speed demon behind the bar conquering a massive cocktail menu at Standby in Detroit, Michigan. While she hasn't started her DJ training (yet), she's been going to concerts since she was 4 and is the one to go to for any kind of playlist. In the drinks world, she uses those same creative skills to craft crowd pleasing cocktails. Check out her Top 10 ( we took it to 11) here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4eOESDt9EAdqhF9rwJ9iS4?si=2863f9d0cf4c44c0

Episode 150: Episode 150 - Cara Devine Nov 13, 2023

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Cara Devine gives us the strong, sweet, & bitter (that's the name of her book!) story about her behind the bar (that's the name of her You Tube channel!) experience around the globe and at her home bar Bomba in Melbourne, Australia. There's also a lot of reminiscing about our club days and all the music that involved. Listen for lots of laughs on this one! Get behind the music with Cara here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5VHSPBWE8Z8wKQFDKE87vx?si=377c55b919c947b1

Episode 149: Episode 149 - Heath Gorenflo Oct 23, 2023

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Heath Gorenflo was a straightedge punk drummer forever, touring the US and playing the club circuit. When that lifestyle got old, they figured they'd sling rum & cokes to get by. Now they're at Baltimore's Dutch Courage, love bartending (and drinking in moderation), & are drumming again with a couple bands. Check out their story of musical and cocktail evolution, and this massive playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5RVNHMznmCiDetL7gNyxK6?si=644e52f2f7ae42c0

Episode 148: Episode 148 - Geoffrey Wilson Oct 09, 2023

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Geoffrey Wilson bartends at Cane & Table in New Orleans to maintain his DJ & mentoring lifestyle. He's been bartending notably in Chicago, Phoenix, and Portland but it's his work with Turning Tables NOLA that he's most proud of - an organization teaching black & brown hospitality professionals the tools for success. When he's not doing that, he's providing the soundtrack to events around town and is still an avid vinyl collector. Check this playlist of some of his favorite 45's at the moment: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7DxdouK4txBsIjzQ9Nf0XA?si=674ef266f022425b

Episode 147: Episode 147 - Jerrold Khoo Sep 25, 2023

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Jerrold Khoo started bartending to pay for design school and support his hard rock band, but eventually he took those talents and became the cofounder of one of Asia's best bars with Stay Gold Flamingo in Singapore. Although his hair metal days are behind him, he applies the rock and roll aesthetic to the bar and might even be creating a supergroup with the other musicians in Singapore's bar industry. Check out his powerballad collection here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6Pz4Ke2NlajRQzZafwOYFP?si=171b531d3ce74fcd

Episode 146: Episode 146 - Andrew Whibley Sep 11, 2023

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Andrew Whibley, bartender and co-owner at The Cloakroom in Montreal, wouldn't call himself a DJ but he definitely spun hip hop records at parties and today oversees the musical mood at his bar (often lauded and listed as one of the world's best). His amari, bourbon, and beats obsessions have led to him making a Gin & Juice for Snoop Dogg, the creation of a soon-to-debut Cloakroom Amaro, & an upcoming new bar! After you listen to the podcast, go into the Cloakroom with Andrew on Spotify here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3UpkwMF1P550NgYyRNzFP5?si=55ef723faab3412b

Episode 145: Episode 145 - Garret Richard Aug 28, 2023

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Garret Richard, co-author of the book Tropical Standard and Chief Cocktail Officer at Brooklyn's Sunken Harbor Club, has taken technique to a whole new level. On this episode (his second appearance on M&Bw/Mo!) he breaks down how the once lowly blender achieved superstar status, the cultural relevancy of vaporwave, the importance (and fun) of bar theatrics, and what xanthan gum can do for you. Check out his musical standards here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1WQ4EMkkEXzAvzwv5guphb?si=a470f3f76254479e

Episode 144: Episode 144 - Cheyenne Serene Aug 07, 2023

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Cheyenne Serene, bar manager of acclaimed New Orleans tiki bar Latitude 29, was once a bike messenger in Chicago but traded that for swampy NOLA dives. Their love of emo once drove them to pick up a guitar, but they were better at ukulele and tropical cocktails. We chat about meeting your heroes, managing your vices, and getting deep into lofi beats on this episode! (pic by Jon Peterson) Check out Cheyenne's playlist here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3WVyEx1kw5xFpyUo4RwLIJ?si=7b785d2e585b475d

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