Buckhorn Podcast
by Buckhorn Podcast
Dive headfirst into a world where bourbon, beer, randomness reigns supreme. Hosted by the lively quartet of Martelle, Mike, Randy, and occasional guests, this unapologetically NSFW show offers a refreshing escape from the daily grind. Designed to brighten your day, this easy-listening podcast promises an engaging and entertaining experience.No topic is off-limits as the Buckhorn Podcast takes you on a wild ride filled with laughter, camaraderie, and diverse discussions. Whether it’s exploring the nuances of different bourbon varieties, sharing the latest trends in the beer world or delving into random topics, these spirited hosts deliver a high-energy show that keeps listeners coming back for more.To stay connected with the Buckhorn Podcast, check out @buckhornpodcast on YouTube and Instagram. For an even deeper connection, the Buckhorn Podcast encourages loyal fans to join their online community, the Buckhorn Lounge Group, on Facebook. Here, like-minded enthusiasts can share their
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#452 Closing Time
Martelle, Mike, and Randy record their very first Zoom-based show. Randy kicks things off with a tale about canned foods and how they sparked a revolution in childhood culinary delights. But the real shocker of the episode? Martelle announces he’s stepping away from the show…Recorded on 09/28/25.
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#451 Near Beer recast #360
Martelle, Mike, and Randy embark on the journey of Dry January. In this episode, the guys explore the world of near beer, sampling offerings from Brew Dogs Alcohol Free line and Guinness 0%. Join them as they share their impressions of these non-alcoholic options and navigate the challenges and...
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#450 Penelope Toasted and Roasted
Martelle, Mike, and Randy kick things off with Penelope Toasted Barrel — an excellent bottle you can find in most markets. Somewhere along the way, Martelle threatens to leave the show (don’t worry, he doesn’t) as the guys catch up on life, swap stories, and share plenty of laughs. Recorded on...
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#449 Catching Up with Old Raleigh
Martelle, Mike, and Randy kick off the show with a pour of Old Raleigh Distilling Batch 12 before diving into all the updates and happenings from the past week. From whiskey talk to life updates, it’s a laid-back episode full of laughs and catching up.Recorded on 09/07/25.YouTube:...
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#448 Where Stouts Fail… Bourbon Prevails
Martelle and Mike kick things off with high hopes and a bourbon barrel-aged stout—but when that pour goes south fast, they pivot to Rhinegeist Ink before ultimately landing in safer (and tastier) territory with Penelope Toasted Bourbon. Along the way, the guys keep the banter rolling, sharing...
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#447 Maker’s, Elijah & a Digital Mike
Martelle and Randy crack open the latest Bourbon Hunters barrel picks—this round featuring a Maker’s Mark and an Elijah Craig. Mike joins the fun via FaceTime, doing his best to match pours from afar with bottles close to what the guys are sipping on.📅 Recorded on 08/17/25 YouTube:...
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#446 New Roots in Utah
Martelle and Mike kick back and shoot the shit while catching up on Mike’s first few weeks living out in Utah. From settling in to new surroundings to the little day-to-day adjustments, the guys share laughs, stories, and plenty of off-topic tangents along the way. Recorded on 08/03/25 YouTube:...
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#445 Middle West Pumpernickel Ryes
Martelle, Mike, and Randy open the show with the chaos of the August 3rd floods that tore through Central Ohio. Mike relives a harrowing moment as raging waters nearly claimed his dog’s life, a split second from drowning before he pulled him to safety. From there, the guys shift into the saga of...
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#444 Virgil Kaine Old Fashions and Rye
Martelle and Randy kick back with pours of Virgil Kaine—starting with their classic Ginger Old Fashioned and moving on to the Ribbon Rail Rye. As the whiskey flows, the conversation drifts through Ohio weather shifts, updates on Martelle’s basement setup, and a nostalgic dive into one of…
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#443 Jack Daniel’s Barrel Proof & Utopias — Too Hot or Just Right?
Martelle, Mike, and Randy take on the Bourbon Hunters' private barrel pick of Jack Daniel’s Barrel Proof—a bold pour weighing in at 129.6 proof. The guys break down the flavor, heat, and whether it lives up to the hype. Then, it’s back to the legendary Sam Adams Utopias, coming in at 28%. Is it...
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#442 Liz’s Whiskey Stash Gets Raided
Martelle, Mike, and Randy crack into a few of Liz’s personal bottle picks—including Woodford Wheat, Bardstown Bourbon, and Town Branch Rye. Just when things start getting good… Liz walks in and catches them red-handed sipping her stash. Recorded on 07/13/25 — tune in for laughs, whiskey, and the...
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#441 Bobby DeMars with Blind Barrels
Martelle, Mike, and Randy are joined by special guest Bobby DeMars, founder of Blind Barrels—a quarterly blind whiskey tasting experience and membership that’s all about discovering hidden gems without the label bias. They dive into how the company started, what makes blind tasting so powerful…
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#440 Booker’s in the Basement
Martelle, Mike, and Randy settle into a new recording location—Martelle’s basement—as Mike’s house is under contract and the Mac Shack is officially no more. To break in the new space, the guys dive into a Booker’s flight featuring: 2022-04 “Pinkie’s Batch” 2023-01 “Charlie’s Batch” 2023-02...
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#439 - re-air - Martelle & Mo Unplugged Roady Trip pt1
Recorded 7-14-23 Hey there, listeners! Buckle up and join us for a brand new episode of "Martelle & Mo Unplugged" as we hit the road for an exciting adventure to Kentucky. In this episode, we're taking you along on our journey to the Top of the Box Functional Fitness Competition, but that's not…
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#438 Chaos, Snake Bite & Chicago's Finest
Martelle, Mike, and Randy are joined by a packed house for Mike and #Mel2028’s moving/going away party. It’s a full send-off with everyone getting a shot (literally) at the infamous Snake Bite—a beer clocking in at 67.5%—followed by the always regrettable yet iconic Malört, one of Chicago’s…
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#437 Oregon Derek Rides Again
Martelle, Mike, and Randy sit down to shoot the shit with fan-favorite Oregon Derek after a massive blind whiskey tasting that, thanks to some brutal technical difficulties, never made it to air. While the lost episode lives on in memory (and maybe liver damage), this one is all about catching…
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#436 Leeroy Jenkins & the Road to Philly
Martelle, Mike, and Randy crack open the show with a premixed Hercules Rum & Rye Old Fashioned. Martelle drops a surprise by playing the legendary Ballad of Leeroy Jenkins (watch here), setting the tone for another classic Buckhorn episode. The crew revisits Quest's End Whiskey: Paladin and…
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#435 Two Bitch, Two Bottles
Martelle, Mike, and Randy sit down to compare Mike’s bottle of Two Bitch Bourbon Pack Leader Reserve with Martelle’s and see just how different two bottles of the same release can be. The conversation drifts into boating adventures at Buckeye Lake, a little golf talk, and plenty of random…
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#434 Whiskey with a Bite
Martelle and Randy BS about some BS while sipping on a couple of dog-themed whiskeys. First up is Two Bitch Spirits' Small Bark with Bite, followed by a surprisingly fantastic rye from Dog Distilling out of Powell, Ohio. What started as a fun theme turned into a solid tasting session with a few...
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#433 Blades, Beers, and Flicks
Martelle, Mike, and Randy kick off the show talking about their recent knife purchases and crack open another high-proof beer to keep things rolling. The guys touch on the ever-changing weather, swap some movie recommendations, and, of course, drink more beer. Recorded on 05/ 07/25, this episode…
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#432 Cars, Cletus, and Clearing Out the Beer Stash
Martelle, Mike, and Randy start the show talking about cars and the wild world of Cletus McFarland, including his track purchase back in the “before times” of 2019. Mike shares the story of kicking (or more accurately, moving) his son out of the house as part of the prep for his move to Utah. As...
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#431 Stitzel-Weller '78 & Street Racing
Martelle, Mike, and Randy kick off the show with a rare pour of 1978 Old Stitzel-Weller from Old Commonwealth and share their thoughts on this vintage gem. Martelle recounts the saga of his daughter taking out a mailbox with his truck, which sparks a trip down memory lane as he and Randy trade...
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#430 Bacon Washed Old Fashion and Four Roses
Martelle, Mike, and Randy kick off the show with a unique twist—a bacon fat washed Old Fashioned that brings big flavor to the glass. Afterward, the guys dive into two different Four Roses offerings, breaking down what makes each one stand out. Recorded on 04/07/25, this episode is full of bold...
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#429 Wellerz Flight
Martelle, Mike, and Randy continue their Buffalo Trace lineup exploration with a Weller flight featuring Special Reserve, Antique 107, and 12 Year. The crew breaks down each pour, comparing notes and debating favorites in the wheated bourbon world. To mix things up, the guys break out a horrible...
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#428 Buffalo Trace Face-Off
Martelle, Mike, and Randy start the episode with a quick chat about the recent flooding in Frankfort, KY, before diving into a full flight of Buffalo Trace products. The lineup includes the classic Buffalo Trace, Eagle Rare, E.H. Taylor, and Blanton’s. The guys sip, compare, and rank each...
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#427 Legent Whiskey and Abita Turbodog
Buckhorn Podcast Episode 427: Legent Whiskey and Abita Turbodog Martelle and Mike kick off the episode with a pour of Old Forester 100—enhanced with a drop of saline to open things up. Mike gives an update on his upcoming move to Utah, while Martelle dives into a full-on rant about trying to sell...
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#426 Irish whisky
Martelle, Mike, and Randy kick off the episode with a pour of Jameson Black Barrel before diving into a rich and complex Redbreast 15. As the whiskey flows, the conversation shifts to horror movies—breaking down some favorites, hidden gems, and the ones that still haunt them. Recorded on…
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#425 Mowers, Mishaps & Jameson Black Barrel
Martelle, Mike, Mel and Randy kick off the episode with a pour of Jameson Black Barrel to keep the Irish vibes rolling. Martelle dives into a frustrating tale of sending off his zero-turn mower for maintenance and the epic fail that was customer service. Not to be outdone, Randy steps up with his...
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#424 St. Paddy’s Day Sips with Double Edge Brewing
Martelle, Mike, and Randy kick off St. Patrick’s Day celebrations with two festive brews from Double Edge Brewing: the Silver Label Lager turned green for the holiday, and Doublish – a rich Irish Stout that hits all the right notes. Recorded on 03/16/25, this episode is all about good beer…
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#423 If You Pour It, They Will Drink
Martelle, Mike, and Randy sit down to sample a newer whiskey straight from the legendary cornfield made famous by the movie Field of Dreams. While the setting may be iconic, the whiskey brings its own story—and flavor—to the table. Recorded on 03/09/25, this episode is full of baseball nostalgia,...
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#422 Blinds with Derek p2
Martelle, Mike, and Randy are joined by listener Derek from Oregon for round 2 of special blind tasting session. The guys dive into the second group of four mystery samples Derek sent, giving their honest takes and trying to guess what’s in each glass. Sample E Elijah Craig Sample F Rebel 7 year...
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#421 Blinds With Derek pt1
Martelle, Mike, and Randy are joined by listener Derek from Oregon for a special blind tasting session. The guys dive into the first four mystery samples Derek sent, giving their honest takes and trying to guess what’s in each glass. Sample A Ezra brooks 6 years 113 Sample B Russell’s 8 years 110...
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#420 Bad Honey Barrel and Still Austin
Martelle, Mike, and Randy kick things off with an OHLQ single barrel honey barrel from Starlight Distilling in Indiana—only to find out, like most OHLQ picks, it wasn’t great. But redemption came quickly as they moved on to something Martelle was excited to finally get in Ohio: Still Austin Cask...
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#419 Pursuit United Double Barrel
Martelle, Mike, and Randy start the month with a special barrel pick from Pursuit United, brought back from their trip to the Bourbon Trail. As they sip, Mike shares details about his latest tattoo session, adding some ink to the conversation. The guys also dive into a big topic—possibly changing...
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418 Clever Mocktails
Martelle and Mike close out Dry January with a sample pack from Clever Mocktails, tasting a Mojito, Pink G&Tonic, and a classic G&Tonic. They share their final thoughts on the month’s alcohol-free offerings and how these stack up as cocktail alternatives. The conversation shifts to their daily...
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#417 Near Beer and Seltzer
Martelle and Mike keep the Dry January theme going, sampling Flying Dog Fake News IPA, a variety of BrewDog AF beers, and even a seltzer. The guys share their thoughts on these non-alcoholic options while keeping the conversation flowing. They also dive into the week’s events, catching up on…
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#416 Original Sin Apple Cider
Martelle and Mike kick off the new year by recapping the whirlwind first 15 days of 2025. From personal updates to unexpected antics, it’s been anything but quiet for the guys. In honor of Dry January, they explore a non-alcoholic apple cider vinegar beverage sampler pack from Original Sin…
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#415 - A. Smith Bowman Flight
In this episode, Martelle, Mike, and Randy start off by reminiscing about some of the worst whiskeys they’ve ever had on the show—sharing laughs and cringe-worthy tasting notes. The mood quickly turns as they move on to an A. Smith Bowman flight, featuring pours of A. Smith Bowman Cask Strength,...
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#414: Wild Turkey, Blendaggedon, and #DrunkMel2028
In this episode, Martelle, Mike, Randy, and Mel dive into an action-packed lineup of whiskey and conversation. Kicking things off with a pour of Wild Turkey 101, Martelle and Mike recount their December Bourbon Blitz trip, sharing highlights and adventures from the road. The crew samples their...
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#413 Happy New Years
Join Martelle, Mike, Randy, and Mel for a festive New Year’s episode of Buckhorn Podcast! The crew kicks off the celebration with Trader Joe’s Bubbly, while Mike opens a Spiced Ale that, unsurprisingly, only he enjoys. The group reflects on their Christmas morning routines, sharing family...
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#412 - Christmas Cocktail
In this festive episode of Buckhorn Podcast, Martelle, Mike, and Randy kick things off with a Christmas Old Fashioned cocktail made with rosemary and cranberries, bringing all the holiday vibes. The guys also share exciting news about the upcoming episode of The Mash and Drum, where their...
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#411 Peach Cobbler Old Fashion
In this episode of Buckhorn Podcast, Martelle, Mike, and Randy indulge in a Peach Cobbler Old Fashion, a delicious creation by Lauren from Two Bitch Bourbon. The sweet, spiced cocktail sets the perfect tone for the show. The guys also discuss an offer Randy received: a bottle of Pappy Van Winkle...
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#410 Rum-Whiskey Old Fashion Mix
In this episode of Buckhorn Podcast, Martelle, Mike, and Randy mix things up with a Rum/Whiskey Old Fashioned sent over by Mike’s brother. As they sip on this unique cocktail, the conversation heats up with a spirited debate: Ketchup vs. Hot Sauce. Which condiment reigns supreme? The guys dive…
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#409 Brewdog Sour and Southern Tier IPA
Martelle and Mike are back for another laid-back chit-chat session on Buckhorn Podcast. They kick things off with a pour of Hocus Pocus, a dark and intriguing sour beer from BrewDog. The conversation shifts to local breweries, as they discuss how Rockmill Brewing and Outerbelt Brewing struggled...
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#408 OF Backwash Blend
In this episode of Buckhorn Podcast, Martelle and Mike sit down for a laid-back conversation, starting with a special Old Forester Blend that Martelle crafted during a dinner at Tartan Fields with Old Forester. The guys also dive into their Blendaggedon sample, discussing its creation and the...
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#407 Mel and Randy Comedy and Cultural differences
In this episode of Buckhorn Podcast, Martelle and Randy are joined by the one and only #DrunkMel2024 to kick off the show with a cozy Fall Old Fashion. The cocktail sets the stage for a lively and thought-provoking conversation. Randy dives deep with Mel into the comedy of cultural differences,...
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#406 Rye Guys
In this episode of Buckhorn Podcast, Martelle and Randy kick things off solo, grabbing Sagamore Rye off the Whiskey Wall while they wait for Mike to arrive. Once Mike and Mel join the fun, the crew decides to turn this into a full Rye Flight tasting. Mike brings out an OHLQ Boone County Rye and a...
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#405 Borubon Cream Rootbeer Floats
In this episode of Buckhorn Podcast, Martelle, Mike, and Randy get creative with some adult root beer floats, blending Buffalo Trace Bourbon Cream with classic IBC Root Beer. The crew dives into these delicious dessert drinks before moving on to review the Old Forester Barrel Pick from the…
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#404 Oregon Whiskey
Welcome back to Buckhorn Podcast! This week, Martelle, Mike, and Randy continue their journey through Oregon whiskeys, starting with Black Butte and Trails End 10 Year. With each sip, we delve into the rich, nuanced flavors these unique pours have to offer. To wrap up the show, we shift gears and...
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#403 C*vid Wine & Oregon-Finished Westward Whiskey
On this episode of Buckhorn Podcast, Martelle, Mike, and Randy dive into a unique tasting lineup. First up, they crack open a bottle of what they affectionately call "C*vid Wine"—a bottle of panda wine that is aweful. Then, the trio moves on to something special: Oregon-finished whiskey from...
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Dive headfirst into a world where bourbon, beer, randomness reigns supreme. Hosted by the lively quartet of Martelle, Mike, Randy, and occasional guests, this unapologetically NSFW show offers a refreshing escape from the daily grind. Designed to brighten your day, this easy-listening podcast promises an engaging and entertaining experience.No topic is off-limits as the Buckhorn Podcast takes you on a wild ride filled with laughter, camaraderie, and diverse discussions. Whether it’s exploring the nuances of different bourbon varieties, sharing the latest trends in the beer world or delving into random topics, these spirited hosts deliver a high-energy show that keeps listeners coming back for more.To stay connected with the Buckhorn Podcast, check out @buckhornpodcast on YouTube and Instagram. For an even deeper connection, the Buckhorn Podcast encourages loyal fans to join their online community, the Buckhorn Lounge Group, on Facebook. Here, like-minded enthusiasts can share their
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