Cocktails with Dimples & The Beard

Ethical adult filmmaker Inka Winter joins The Beard and Dimples to explain how she creates adult films women actually want. The founder of ForPlay Films breaks down the difference between ethical, feminist and female-friendly pornography, why mainstream adult films didn’t work for her, and how consent, authentic pleasure, emotional connection and performer collaboration shape every scene she directs.Inka also shares her remarkable journey from growing up in Austria’s Friedrichshof cult to studying economics, fashion and costume design before entering adult filmmaking. She takes us behind the scenes of her *Bridgerton*-inspired production *Ashford Manor*, reveals what it takes to organize an orgy, explains why men shouldn’t compete with vibrators, and discusses sex education, psychedelic trip sitting, laughter during sex—and bringing her own bread to the AVN Awards.New episodes every Monday. Subscribe, like, and drop a comment — it really helps the show.Check out Inka -Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inka.winterWebsite: https://inkawinter.com🥃 Official Spirits Sponsor – Great Lakes DistilleryWebsite: https://greatlakesdistillery.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatlakesdistilleryEpisode Sponsor – QR HunterWebsite: https://www.qrhunter.com/🍸 Cocktails with Dimples and The BeardYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cwdatbInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cwdatbpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CocktailswithDimplesandTheBeardX: https://twitter.com/dimplesthebeardTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cocktailsdimplesthebeardRumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-6163487📧 For sponsorships or collaborations: [email protected] Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Comedian Liz Zagone joins The Beard and Dimples for a funny, unfiltered conversation about building a stand-up career from scratch, beginning with the unexpected text from her little brother that pushed her toward her first class at Second City. Liz talks about turning nearly two decades of bartending in Chicago and West Hollywood into comedy, creating her debut stand-up special Sick Little Freak and watching it surpass 100,000 views on YouTube. She also shares stories about winning a refrigerator on The Price Is Right, appearing on Comics Unleashed, growing up around her family’s Halloween-mask business, serving celebrities in Los Angeles and filming her bizarre dead-mom role for a Dhar Mann video—including what she says was an unexpected off-script kiss.Liz also takes us behind the scenes of Womb Room, the comedy pilot she co-created, produced and starred in before premiering it at SeriesFest, with stories involving yoni steaming, strategically edited nudity and plans to transform the project into a vertical comedy series. Then the conversation goes deeper as Liz explains how repeated ayahuasca ceremonies—some shared with her sister and father—helped her build self-worth, process grief and become more confident in both life and comedy. From worrying that healing might cost her comedic edge to realizing that something only needs to be funny to her, this episode of Cocktails with Dimples and The Beard reveals exactly who Liz Zagone is: a comedian, writer, actor, producer, bartender and self-described sick little freak.New episodes every Monday. Subscribe, like, and drop a comment — it really helps the show.Check out Liz -Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lizzagoneYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCRuzTBT9Ij6kJNVE_gxKb2g 🥃 Official Spirits Sponsor – Great Lakes DistilleryWebsite: https://greatlakesdistillery.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatlakesdistilleryEpisode Sponsor – QR HunterWebsite: https://www.qrhunter.com/🍸 Cocktails with Dimples and The BeardYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cwdatbInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cwdatbpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CocktailswithDimplesandTheBeardX: https://twitter.com/dimplesthebeardTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cocktailsdimplesthebeardRumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-6163487📧 For sponsorships or collaborations: [email protected] Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Milwaukee comedian Justin Leon joins The Beard and Dimples ahead of his August 7th and 8th shows at The Laughing Tap, and the interview immediately turns into a full-scale roast. The Kansas City native looks back at getting his first laugh at six, being one of three Black students cast as thugs in a Lutheran school play, performing twenty minutes his first time onstage, and finding stand-up at Stanford and Sons. He also resurrects the poem that once crushed at an open mic—“Bitch, You Made My Nuts Itch”—which somehow prompts Dimples to confess that he once ignored a friend’s explicit warning about crabs.Justin also opens up about marriage, fatherhood, moving to Wisconsin, and losing his stepfather and biological father within 24 hours. From his hemp-farm experience and Kansas City barbecue standards to a suspicious “watermelon” code word, a Wisconsin intervention, and a heated Michael Jordan vs. LeBron James debate, nothing stays serious for long. Along the way, Justin turns Dimples’ divorce and massive DVD collection into an impromptu therapy session—and earns the episode title: The Magical Negro.New episodes every Monday. Subscribe, like, and drop a comment — it really helps the show.Check out Justin -Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mr.justinleon/🥃 Official Spirits Sponsor – Great Lakes DistilleryWebsite: https://greatlakesdistillery.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatlakesdistilleryEpisode Sponsor – QR HunterWebsite: https://www.qrhunter.com/🍸 Cocktails with Dimples and The BeardYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cwdatbInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cwdatbpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CocktailswithDimplesandTheBeardX: https://twitter.com/dimplesthebeardTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cocktailsdimplesthebeardRumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-6163487📧 For sponsorships or collaborations: [email protected] Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Comedian Luke Binkow joins The Beard and Dimples to talk about becoming a recurring guest on Bobby Lee’s TigerBelly—and the Comedy Store parking-lot accident that left him caught between his managers, a damaged car and Bobby demanding to know who ratted. Luke explains how his relationship with Bobby led to the opportunity, what it’s like joining a podcast with a fiercely loyal audience and why working alongside Thomas Lennon immediately made him question whether he was prepared. He also shares the chaotic process of becoming a Comedy Store door guy, winning Set of the Night six times and competing against Mikey McDonald for what they assumed was the only available “white guy spot.”Luke also traces his path from California stoner and aspiring filmmaker to studying directing at Chapman University, taking an online stand-up class during COVID and performing his first open mic at Flappers before months of bombing in Orange County bars. The conversation covers Roast Battle, his joke-writing process, turning failed stand-up premises into sketches with This Place Is Huge, writing a pilot with fellow comedian Joey Cerone, developing a short film and imagining a comedy special filmed entirely inside a car. Luke also defends the Filet-O-Fish, shares his Waymo adventures, explains why he would rather doomscroll than watch a mediocre television series and talks about his comedy influences, dating a non-comedian and the night he hid under a table during a horror movie before calling his mom to take him home.New episodes every Monday. Subscribe, like, and drop a comment — it really helps the show.Check out Luke -Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luke.binkowBeacons: https://beacons.ai/luke.binkow🥃 Official Spirits Sponsor – Great Lakes DistilleryWebsite: https://greatlakesdistillery.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatlakesdistillery🍸 Cocktails with Dimples and The BeardYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cwdatbInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cwdatbpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CocktailswithDimplesandTheBeardX: https://twitter.com/dimplesthebeardTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cocktailsdimplesthebeardRumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-6163487📧 For sponsorships or collaborations: [email protected] Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Comedian and impressionist Leah Knauer joins Cocktails with Dimples & The Beard for a hilarious, unpredictable conversation about stand-up comedy, celebrity impressions, social media and the persistence it takes to build a career in entertainment. Leah breaks out spot-on impressions of Jennifer Coolidge, Joan Rivers, Drew Barrymore and more, talks about her experience on Kill Tony, explains how she develops new characters and shares the Kevin Smith story that changed the way she thinks about chasing opportunities.Leah also opens up about rehab, manifestation, internet trolls, editing comedy content and the strange path that led her to performing professionally. From brutally funny impressions to honest stories about failure, confidence and refusing to give up, this episode shows exactly why Leah Knauer can walk into a room as herself—and leave sounding like almost anyone else.New episodes every Monday. Subscribe, like, and drop a comment — it really helps the show.Check out Leah -Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leahknauerWebsite: https://www.leahknauer.com🥃 Official Spirits Sponsor – Great Lakes DistilleryWebsite: https://greatlakesdistillery.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatlakesdistillery🍸 Cocktails with Dimples and The BeardYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cwdatbInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cwdatbpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CocktailswithDimplesandTheBeardX: https://twitter.com/dimplesthebeardTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cocktailsdimplesthebeardRumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-6163487📧 For sponsorships or collaborations: [email protected] Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

A Florida vacation takes a bizarre turn when a 23-year-old man allegedly makes headlines for one of the strangest crimes we've ever heard. From that unbelievable Florida Man story, we spiral into bodycam videos, public bathroom etiquette, crying over animal reunion videos at work, the great oral vs. anal debate, Joey Chestnut's latest hot dog eating championship, a 59-year-old Wisconsin woman swimming across Lake Winnebago, a missing giraffe in Texas, a man trying to steal a medical helicopter, and all the ridiculous tangents you've come to expect from Cocktails with Dimples and The Beard.If you enjoy weird news, outrageous comedy, unfiltered conversations, Florida Man stories, Wisconsin humor, bizarre true crime, comedy podcasts, and two friends making each other laugh while chasing one ridiculous topic after another, this episode is for you.New episodes every Monday. Subscribe, like, and drop a comment — it really helps the show.🥃 Official Spirits Sponsor – Great Lakes DistilleryWebsite: https://greatlakesdistillery.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatlakesdistillery🍸 Cocktails with Dimples and The BeardYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cwdatbInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cwdatbpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CocktailswithDimplesandTheBeardX: https://twitter.com/dimplesthebeardTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cocktailsdimplesthebeardRumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-6163487📧 For sponsorships or collaborations: [email protected] Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Comedian Gracie Canaan joins Cocktails with Dimples and The Beard for one of our most fascinating conversations yet. From comedy and filmmaking to her background as a dancer and creator on OnlyFans, Gracie opens up about the many layers of her life and career. We dive into the psychology behind dancing, what it taught her about reading people, and why she believes dancers become “emotional athletes.” The conversation gets hilarious fast as Gracie breaks down male psychology, dating, relationships, and which host would’ve been the easier target in a strip club.We also talk about Gracie’s short film Booties, including how it was directed by Milana Vayntrub, along with her OnlyFantasy audio series, mental health, creative obsession, social media brain rot, and the strange ways people connect in a hyper-online world. Funny, insightful, and completely unpredictable, this episode explores comedy, creator culture, filmmaking, storytelling, and the chaos of modern life in a way only Gracie can. Grab a drink and enjoy Episode 282 of Cocktails with Dimples and The Beard. 🍸New episodes every Monday. Subscribe, like, and drop a comment — it really helps the show.Check out Gracie -Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/savegraciecanaanWebsite: https://www.graciecanaan.com🥃 Official Spirits Sponsor – Great Lakes DistilleryWebsite: https://greatlakesdistillery.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatlakesdistilleryEpisode Sponsor - Backtalk.AIWebsite: https://www.backtalk.ai🍸 Cocktails with Dimples and The BeardYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cwdatbInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cwdatbpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CocktailswithDimplesandTheBeardX: https://twitter.com/dimplesthebeardTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cocktailsdimplesthebeardRumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-6163487📧 For sponsorships or collaborations: [email protected] Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this episode of Cocktails with Dimples and The Beard, we sit down with Wisconsin comedian Abe Auer for a hilarious and surprisingly heartfelt conversation about stand-up comedy, roasting small towns, and building a career in comedy. Abe shares how his now-viral Menasha jokes first started at Skyline Comedy Club, why local comedy clips have exploded on Facebook, and how roasting Wisconsin towns became one of his most recognizable bits. We also dive into Abe’s journey from getting cold feet at a middle school talent show to performing at major comedy clubs, opening for comics like Dusty Slay, Zoltan Kaszas, and Dustin Nickerson, and learning what it takes to move up in the stand-up world.The conversation also takes a meaningful turn as Abe shares the story behind his New London flood relief fundraiser, how Charlie Berens got involved, and how the local community came together in a major way after devastating flooding. This episode has everything—comedy, chaos, Wisconsin roasting, behind-the-scenes stand-up stories, and a genuinely inspiring look at using comedy to give back.New episodes every Monday. Subscribe, like, and drop a comment — it really helps the show.Check out Abe -Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abe_auerFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Abe-Auer-Comedy/61555970578875/🥃 Official Spirits Sponsor – Great Lakes DistilleryWebsite: https://greatlakesdistillery.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatlakesdistilleryEpisode Sponsor - Backtalk.AIWebsite: https://www.backtalk.ai🍸 Cocktails with Dimples and The BeardYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cwdatbInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cwdatbpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CocktailswithDimplesandTheBeardX: https://twitter.com/dimplesthebeardTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cocktailsdimplesthebeardRumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-6163487📧 For sponsorships or collaborations: [email protected] Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this episode of Cocktails with Dimples and The Beard, we sit down backstage at High Noon Saloon with American Idol standout Genevieve Heyward for an honest conversation about what life has really been like after American Idol. Genevieve opens up about the emotional highs and lows of competing on one of the biggest music shows in the world, dealing with internet criticism, navigating social media pressure, and adjusting to life once the cameras stop rolling. She shares what surprised her most about the experience, how American Idol changed her career, and why life after reality TV is far more complicated than most people realize.We also dive into Genevieve’s move to Nashville, touring with her band, songwriting, and recording new music. From the truth behind becoming “Pickle Girl” to the emotional story of a surprise visit from her best friend during one of her toughest stretches, this episode offers a raw and personal look at the artist behind the music. If you’re a fan of Genevieve Heyward, American Idol, or behind-the-scenes conversations with rising artists, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.New episodes every Monday. Subscribe, like, and drop a comment — it really helps the show.Check out Genevieve -Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/genevieveheywardWebsite: https://www.genevieveheyward.com/🥃 Official Spirits Sponsor – Great Lakes DistilleryWebsite: https://greatlakesdistillery.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatlakesdistilleryEpisode Sponsor - Backtalk.AIWebsite: https://www.backtalk.ai🍸 Cocktails with Dimples and The BeardYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cwdatbInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cwdatbpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CocktailswithDimplesandTheBeardX: https://twitter.com/dimplesthebeardTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cocktailsdimplesthebeardRumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-6163487📧 For sponsorships or collaborations: [email protected] Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Comedy Store door guy and Employee of the Year Joey Cerone joins Cocktails with Dimples and The Beard to talk stand-up comedy, life behind the scenes at the world-famous Comedy Store, moving from Indiana to Los Angeles, celebrity encounters, Don Barris, Bobby Lee, Ron Funches, and what it takes to survive in comedy. Joey shares stories about becoming the Comedy Store's "Head Door Guy," working alongside some of the biggest names in stand-up, and the unexpected path that led him from the Midwest to one of the most legendary comedy clubs in the world.Along the way, we discuss vegetarianism, fake journalism assignments, Midwest culture, Jimmy Garoppolo being distractingly handsome, and why a beerless shower is basically a chore. If you're a fan of stand-up comedy, The Comedy Store, comedian interviews, behind-the-scenes comedy stories, and hilarious conversations that go completely off the rails, this is an episode you won't want to miss.New episodes every Monday. Subscribe, like, and drop a comment — it really helps the show.Check out Joey -Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joeyceronecomedyYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCpsb1JQ6LNR8jdfQiJZ6xWQ 🥃 Official Spirits Sponsor – Great Lakes DistilleryWebsite: https://greatlakesdistillery.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatlakesdistillery🍸 Cocktails with Dimples and The BeardYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cwdatbInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cwdatbpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CocktailswithDimplesandTheBeardX: https://twitter.com/dimplesthebeardTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cocktailsdimplesthebeardRumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-6163487📧 For sponsorships or collaborations: [email protected] Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

DISCLAIMER: We experienced a severe audio/video lag while recording this episode with comedian Jackson Banks. Unfortunately, it prevented us from getting into the rhythm we normally have with our guests, and you'll occasionally notice Jackson's lips not matching his voice. The connection issues ultimately forced us to end the recording early, which is why the episode cuts off abruptly. We considered not releasing it, but Jackson was too funny not to share.Jackson Banks is a rising stand-up comedian and newly minted Comedy Store regular whose unpredictable style had us tracking him down after seeing him perform. On this episode, we talk about his journey from Utah comedy clubs to The Comedy Store, why he enjoys pushing audiences out of their comfort zones, the challenges of stand-up writing, his upcoming special Brain Kisser, and why there's always one appalled white woman in every crowd. Along the way, we somehow end up discussing Wisconsin, freak-show dating preferences, tongue-size theories, and everything else you'd expect from a conversation that completely goes off the rails.New episodes every Monday. Subscribe, like, and drop a comment — it really helps the show.Check out Jackson -Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/campyjacky2YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@campjacky1940🥃 Official Spirits Sponsor – Great Lakes DistilleryWebsite: https://greatlakesdistillery.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatlakesdistillery🍸 Cocktails with Dimples and The BeardYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cwdatbInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cwdatbpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CocktailswithDimplesandTheBeardX: https://twitter.com/dimplesthebeardTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cocktailsdimplesthebeardRumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-6163487📧 For sponsorships or collaborations: [email protected] Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

A man pretended to have Down syndrome so he could get three nurses to bathe him. That's not a joke, that's an actual story we came across — and it immediately turned into one of the most ridiculous debates we've ever had. Was it wrong? Was it diabolical? Was it somehow genius? We honestly couldn't agree.From there, the conversation goes completely off the rails. We get into the world's most questionable pickup strategy, debate whether orcas are secretly running the planet, talk Dave Matthews, Keanu Reeves, the Home Alone house, and a bunch of other topics that probably shouldn't be connected in the same episode. If you like chaotic conversations, terrible ideas, and two idiots overanalyzing things nobody should be overanalyzing, this one's for you.New episodes every Monday. Subscribe, like, and drop a comment — it really helps the show.🥃 Official Spirits Sponsor – Great Lakes DistilleryWebsite: https://greatlakesdistillery.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatlakesdistillery🍸 Cocktails with Dimples and The BeardYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cwdatbInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cwdatbpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CocktailswithDimplesandTheBeardX: https://twitter.com/dimplesthebeardTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cocktailsdimplesthebeardRumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-6163487📧 For sponsorships or collaborations: [email protected] Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Bobby Lee kisses. Pauly Shore hugs. Don Barris tickles. Somehow that was only PART of our trip to The Comedy Store in Los Angeles. We spent three straight nights inside one of the most legendary comedy clubs in the world — watching comics like Bobby Lee, Ali Wong, Don Barris, Jeff Ross, Pauly Shore, Howie Mandel, David Spade, Dane Cook and more absolutely destroy on stage while we somehow kept getting pulled deeper into the chaos ourselves. From celebrity encounters and Comedy Store insanity to drunk late-night podcasting and complete chaos, this trip turned into one of the wildest experiences we’ve ever had.We also talk about watching comedians build material in real time, why Don Barris became one of our favorite parts of the trip, how Howie Mandel thought The Beard threw up during a set, and what happened after we got back to our hotel and tried recording a podcast at 4AM completely exhausted and over-served. If you love stand-up comedy, Comedy Store stories, comedy podcasts, and completely unfiltered conversations, this episode is for you.New episodes every Monday. Subscribe, like, and drop a comment — it really helps the show.🥃 Official Spirits Sponsor – Great Lakes DistilleryWebsite: https://greatlakesdistillery.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatlakesdistillery🍸 Cocktails with Dimples and The BeardYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cwdatbInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cwdatbpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CocktailswithDimplesandTheBeardX: https://twitter.com/dimplesthebeardTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cocktailsdimplesthebeardRumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-6163487📧 For sponsorships or collaborations: [email protected] Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Midwest Meg joins us for one of the most Wisconsin episodes we’ve ever done — and things go off the rails fast. What starts with Midwest accents, supper clubs, dive bars, cheese curds, and how she accidentally became one of the biggest Midwest content creators online slowly turns into drunk bar stories, dirty business names, social media chaos, and a story that completely destroys her wholesome image. We also dive into Wisconsin culture, Milwaukee nightlife, recording content in her car, going viral on TikTok and Instagram, and the surprising moment she ended up interviewing Hugh Jackman in Milwaukee.But underneath all the chaos, this episode also gets surprisingly real. Midwest Meg opens up about mental health, depression, dealing with hate comments online, and why she refuses to pretend life is perfect on social media. It’s funny, awkward, ridiculously Midwest, and somehow weirdly heartfelt all at the same time.New episodes every Monday. Subscribe, like, and drop a comment — it really helps the show.Check out Midwest Meg -Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwestmeg_🥃 Official Spirits Sponsor – Great Lakes DistilleryWebsite: https://greatlakesdistillery.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatlakesdistillery🍸 Cocktails with Dimples and The BeardYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cwdatbInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cwdatbpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CocktailswithDimplesandTheBeardX: https://twitter.com/dimplesthebeardTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cocktailsdimplesthebeardRumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-6163487📧 For sponsorships or collaborations: [email protected] Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

After hanging out at The Comedy Store all night and waiting out a police standoff at our hotel until nearly 4 a.m., we somehow ended up back in our room with comedians Josh Potter and Nelya Linnik recording one of the most chaotic episodes of Cocktails with Dimples & The Beard we’ve ever done. Running on almost no sleep, the conversation immediately spirals into trauma bonding, growing up in Ukraine, moving to America, Comedy Store stories, weed tests, Glenn Campbell, Alzheimer’s, cremation, onion farms, Boy George, and the ongoing debate over whether “brick” means penis.The production quality may not be up to our normal standards — we accidentally forgot to turn on the good mics — but there was no way we weren’t sharing this episode. It’s loud, messy, sleep-deprived, completely unfiltered, and honestly feels less like a podcast and more like sitting in a hotel room with a group of exhausted comics slowly losing their minds together. If you enjoy late-night comedy conversations, chaotic podcast energy, stand-up stories, and the kind of conversations that could only happen at 4 a.m. in Hollywood, this episode is absolutely for you. New episodes every Monday. Subscribe, like, and drop a comment — it really helps the show.Check out Josh -Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/josh_potterBeacons: https://beacons.ai/joshpotterCheck out Neyla -Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nelyalinnik🥃 Official Spirits Sponsor – Great Lakes DistilleryWebsite: https://greatlakesdistillery.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatlakesdistillery🍸 Cocktails with Dimples and The BeardYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cwdatbInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cwdatbpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CocktailswithDimplesandTheBeardX: https://twitter.com/dimplesthebeardTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cocktailsdimplesthebeardRumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-6163487📧 For sponsorships or collaborations: [email protected] Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week we’re joined by comedian and horror expert Katie Hettenbach, and yeah… she absolutely unloads on Scream 7. What starts as a simple question turns into a full breakdown of what went wrong — from pacing and missing story beats to why it doesn’t feel like a real Scream movie at all. We get into horror franchises, why some sequels hit and others completely fall apart, and how modern horror is evolving (or not).From there, it goes exactly where you’d expect with us — comedy store stories, bombing in LA vs Midwest crowds, watching movies high (including some truly questionable choices), Scooby-Doo nostalgia, and somehow claw machine strategy. It’s part horror deep dive, part chaos — mix comedians, strong opinions, zero structure, and a few cocktails — and see what happens. New episodes every Monday. Subscribe, like, and drop a comment — it really helps the show.Check out Katie -Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kthettyCheck out Katie Afraidy -Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katieafraidyYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCtFlJMI_eHapDux480IKqog 🥃 Official Spirits Sponsor – Great Lakes DistilleryWebsite: https://greatlakesdistillery.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatlakesdistillery🍸 Cocktails with Dimples and The BeardYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cwdatbInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cwdatbpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CocktailswithDimplesandTheBeardX: https://twitter.com/dimplesthebeardTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cocktailsdimplesthebeardRumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-6163487📧 For sponsorships or collaborations: [email protected] Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week on Cocktails with Dimples & The Beard, we sit down with singer-songwriter Bryant Thomas and his fiancée Alyona to break down the moment his life flipped upside down—going from singing in the shower to getting the call from American Idol. What started as a random recording turned into a viral moment, leading to an unforgettable audition, behind-the-scenes chaos, and a proposal story that almost went off the rails when he completely forgot the ring at the worst possible time. From getting roasted as a “drunk idiot” trombone player to figuring out how to stand out in a crowded music space, Bryant and Alyona walk us through the highs, the panic moments, and everything in between.Join us as we discuss Bryant’s journey into music, the reality of being on American Idol, and the wild path that got him there—including the now-famous shower videos that changed everything. Plus, Bryant performs three songs during the episode, including his unreleased track “Thorns” and two more you don’t want to miss. New episodes every Monday. Subscribe, like, and drop a comment — it really helps the show.Check out Bryant -Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bryant.thomas.bandLinktree: https://linktr.ee/officialbryantthomas🥃 Official Spirits Sponsor – Great Lakes DistilleryWebsite: https://greatlakesdistillery.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatlakesdistillery🍸 Cocktails with Dimples and The BeardYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cwdatbInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cwdatbpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CocktailswithDimplesandTheBeardX: https://twitter.com/dimplesthebeardTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cocktailsdimplesthebeardRumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-6163487📧 For sponsorships or collaborations: [email protected] Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week, we sit down with comedian Kirstie Hayden, known for her appearance on Kill Tony, and dive into the moment that had everyone confused—her explanation of “brain zaps.” What starts as a casual reference turns into a wild breakdown of what it actually feels like to quit Zoloft cold turkey, including the unexpected physical effects, the mental challenges, and how that experience unexpectedly became part of her Kill Tony interview. We get into her journey through stand-up, moving to Austin, signing up for Kill Tony over 30 times before getting picked, and how timing, life experience, and just letting things “come out” led to a breakout moment on stage.Beyond Kill Tony, Kirstie opens up about her full comedy process—from writing and testing jokes at open mics to developing her unique on-stage persona—and shares honest insight into mental health, antidepressants, and learning how to cope both on and off medication. The conversation blends raw honesty with chaos as we talk about SSRIs, serotonin syndrome, psychedelic experiences, crowd work vs written material, and what it really takes to build a career in comedy. If you’ve ever wondered what “brain zaps” actually are, what it’s like grinding your way onto Kill Tony, or how comedians turn real-life experiences into moments that hit on stage, this episode delivers. New episodes every Monday. Subscribe, like, and drop a comment — it really helps the show.Check out Kirstie -Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirstiecomedyLinktree: https://linktr.ee/kirstiecomedy🥃 Official Spirits Sponsor – Great Lakes DistilleryWebsite: https://greatlakesdistillery.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatlakesdistillery🍸 Cocktails with Dimples and The BeardYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cwdatbInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cwdatbpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CocktailswithDimplesandTheBeardX: https://twitter.com/dimplesthebeardTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cocktailsdimplesthebeardRumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-6163487📧 For sponsorships or collaborations: [email protected] Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Christy Love has one of the wildest stories we’ve ever heard, and it all starts with a church. Join us as we discuss how she and her husband planted a church in San Diego, struggled to survive financially, and made a desperate decision that changed everything. What began as a way to make quick money through webcamming quickly spiraled when someone from the church discovered her secret, recorded her, and sent it to the entire congregation — leading to the church being shut down. We also get into being kicked out of a second church, the judgment that followed, and how she fully stepped into the adult industry while still holding onto her faith.We also dive into the deeper side of Christy’s story, including her past trauma, her complicated relationship with sex, and how entering the adult industry unexpectedly became part of her healing journey. From navigating marriage and relationships to stepping into stand-up comedy and building a completely new life, Christy is open, honest, and unfiltered in a way that makes this episode equal parts shocking, emotional, and hilarious. If you’re into real stories, uncomfortable truths, and the kind of chaos that only happens on Cocktails with Dimples and The Beard, this is one you don’t want to miss.New episodes every Monday. Subscribe, like, and drop a comment — it really helps the show.Check out Christy -Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/onlychristyloveWebsite: https://www.christyvip.com🥃 Official Spirits Sponsor – Great Lakes DistilleryWebsite: https://greatlakesdistillery.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatlakesdistillery🍸 Cocktails with Dimples and The BeardYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cwdatbInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cwdatbpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CocktailswithDimplesandTheBeardX: https://twitter.com/dimplesthebeardTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cocktailsdimplesthebeardRumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-6163487📧 For sponsorships or collaborations: [email protected] Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jo Ellis has lived about five different lives, and none of them are boring. Join us as we discuss flying Black Hawk helicopters in the Army, realizing she wanted to transition from male to female while still serving, and what it was actually like going through that process inside the military. We also get into the moment an insane internet rumor took off after a Black Hawk crash, leading people to believe she was the pilot — to the point where people were calling to ask if she was dead.We also dive into her relationships and dating, along with some of the bigger life decisions she’s had to make, including surgery. And somehow, in the middle of all of that, she jumped into stand-up comedy and ended up on Kill Tony. Jo is open, funny, and completely down to talk about the stuff most people would avoid, which makes this episode exactly the kind of chaos you’d expect from us. New episodes every Monday. Subscribe, like, and drop a comment — it really helps the show.Check out Jo -Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joellisreallyWebsite: https://joellisreally.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@joellisreally🥃 Official Spirits Sponsor – Great Lakes DistilleryWebsite: https://greatlakesdistillery.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatlakesdistillery🎲Episode Sponsor - FU The GameInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/fu_thegameWebsite: https://futhegame.com🍸 Cocktails with Dimples and The BeardYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cwdatbInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cwdatbpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CocktailswithDimplesandTheBeardX: https://twitter.com/dimplesthebeardTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cocktailsdimplesthebeardRumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-6163487📧 For sponsorships or collaborations: [email protected] Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

He wasn’t just angry—he was hooked. In this episode, we sit down with Arno Michaelis to break down how hate can function like an addiction, escalating from small acts of rebellion into something far more dangerous. What starts as bullying and shock-seeking quickly turns into a need for more intensity—more fear, more violence, more control—until it spirals into full-blown extremism. Arno shares how he went from a suburban kid with a stable upbringing into a neo-Nazi skinhead deeply embedded in the movement, forming a white power band, recruiting others, and living in a constant cycle of addiction, identity, and destruction. But what makes this story hit harder is what began to crack that worldview: moments of unexpected kindness from the very people he was taught to hate, forcing him to confront the hypocrisy and emotional exhaustion of the life he was living.Arno Michaelis is a former neo-Nazi skinhead turned author, speaker, and interventionist with Parents for Peace, a national nonprofit that helps families and individuals disengage from violent extremism. Drawing from his own past, he now works directly with people at risk of radicalization and supports families trying to pull loved ones out of hate-driven movements. He is the author of My Life After Hate and co-author of The Gift of Our Wounds, and has spent years speaking around the world about deradicalization, empathy, and the long road out of extremism.New episodes every Monday. Subscribe, like, and drop a comment — it really helps the show.Check out Arno -Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arnomichaelisCheck out Parent for Peace -Website: https://www.parents4peace.org🥃 Official Spirits Sponsor – Great Lakes DistilleryWebsite: https://greatlakesdistillery.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatlakesdistillery🎲Episode Sponsor - FU The GameInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/fu_thegameWebsite: https://futhegame.com🍸 Cocktails with Dimples and The BeardYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cwdatbInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cwdatbpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CocktailswithDimplesandTheBeardX: https://twitter.com/dimplesthebeardTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cocktailsdimplesthebeardRumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-6163487📧 For sponsorships or collaborations: [email protected] Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

A Wisconsin snowstorm, a couple of drinks, and a “big guest” on the way… what could go wrong?This episode quickly turns into chaos as we get into Genevieve Heyward’s run on American Idol, the insanity of voting, and why she deserves to go all the way. From there, things spiral into wrestling talk and Toni Storm, before turning into a heated Scream 7 debate breaking down the killer reveal, Stu theories, and whether the franchise still has anything left. And just when it feels like the episode can’t get any more out of control… Nicolas Cage shows up and completely hijacks the interview.New episodes every Monday. Subscribe, like, and drop a comment — it really helps the show.🥃 Official Spirits Sponsor – Great Lakes DistilleryWebsite: https://greatlakesdistillery.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatlakesdistillery🎲Episode Sponsor - FU The GameInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/fu_thegameWebsite: https://futhegame.com🍸 Cocktails with Dimples and The BeardYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cwdatbInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cwdatbpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CocktailswithDimplesandTheBeardX: https://twitter.com/dimplesthebeardTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cocktailsdimplesthebeardRumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-6163487📧 For sponsorships or collaborations: [email protected] Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Comedian and Comedy Store door guy Mikey McDonald joins us to unpack the “weird delusional belief” that made him move to Nashville and chase stand-up comedy before he had ever done a single open mic. After failing out of a master’s program, battling addiction, and convincing himself he’d have a Netflix special in nine months, Mikey decided blind confidence was the only option. This is what happens when delusion meets ambition — and somehow doesn’t fall apart.We get into his early stand-up days, performing at a strip club, grinding through open mics, "playing" college football, and eventually earning his way into The Comedy Store. It’s a conversation about ego, risk, addiction recovery, chasing stage time, and the irrational belief you sometimes need to survive in stand-up comedy.New episodes every Monday.Subscribe, like, and drop a comment — it really helps the show.Check out Mikey -Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikeymcdonald55🥃 Official Spirits Sponsor – Great Lakes DistilleryWebsite: https://greatlakesdistillery.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatlakesdistillery🎲Episode Sponsor - FU The GameInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/fu_thegameWebsite: https://futhegame.com🍸 Cocktails with Dimples and The BeardYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cwdatbInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cwdatbpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CocktailswithDimplesandTheBeardX: https://twitter.com/dimplesthebeardTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cocktailsdimplesthebeardRumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-6163487📧 For sponsorships or collaborations: [email protected] Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

We packed up the mics and headed to Madison to record this one on location at Lola’s — and yeah, we fell in love with the place all over again. From the vinyl spinning in the background to what might be the best cocktail we’ve ever had in our lives, this episode is basically us soaking in the vibe and telling stories we probably shouldn’t be telling.We talk about sneaking off to see Ozzy in 1984, getting grounded for the entire summer (worth it), tackling construction barrels after Badger games, getting lost in Madison in the rain, and the kind of nights that end with dead car batteries and questionable decisions. Somewhere in between all that chaos, we drink dangerously good Passion Star Martinis, shout out the Truffle Pig pizza, and appreciate just how cool Lola’s really is.This one is loose, unfiltered, and very much us just hangin’ at Lola’s. If you’re anywhere near Madison, go check it out. And if you’re not, grab a drink and hang with us anyway.New episodes every Monday.Subscribe, like, and drop a comment — it really helps the show.Check out Lola's -Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lolasmadisonWebsite: https://www.lolasmadison.com🥃 Official Spirits Sponsor – Great Lakes DistilleryWebsite: https://greatlakesdistillery.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatlakesdistillery🎲Episode Sponsor - FU The GameInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/fu_thegameWebsite: https://futhegame.com🍸 Cocktails with Dimples and The BeardYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cwdatbInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cwdatbpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CocktailswithDimplesandTheBeardX: https://twitter.com/dimplesthebeardTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cocktailsdimplesthebeardRumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-6163487📧 For sponsorships or collaborations: [email protected] Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Genevieve Hayward joins us right in the middle of her American Idol journey to talk about what it actually feels like to step onto one of the biggest stages in music. From walking into the audition room “literally terrified” to dealing with the long gap between filming and airing, she opens up about the surreal reality behind the scenes and the pressure of knowing the world will soon be watching and judging every moment. We talk about trusting instinct under pressure, how quickly everything can change in the audition process, and what it’s like preparing for a performance when the stakes suddenly feel very real.The conversation moves beyond the competition as we get into the personal side of her music career, including growing up performing locally, building confidence as a performer, and why she sees herself as more than just a singer. Genevieve shares the unexpected story behind becoming known as “Pickle Girl,” how her family and support system keep her grounded, and how balancing nerves, humor, and authenticity helps her stay focused while navigating a life-changing moment in her career. It’s a funny, honest, and revealing look at what happens when years of hard work collide with a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.New episodes every Monday.Subscribe, like, and drop a comment — it really helps the show.Check out Genevieve -Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/genevieveheywardWebsite: https://www.genevieveheyward.com/🥃 Official Spirits Sponsor – Great Lakes DistilleryWebsite: https://greatlakesdistillery.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatlakesdistillery🎲Episode Sponsor - FU The GameInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/fu_thegameWebsite: https://futhegame.com🍸 Cocktails with Dimples and The BeardYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cwdatbInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cwdatbpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CocktailswithDimplesandTheBeardX: https://twitter.com/dimplesthebeardTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cocktailsdimplesthebeardRumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-6163487📧 For sponsorships or collaborations: [email protected] Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Singer-songwriter Graven joins us for a wide-ranging conversation about creativity, music, and the unpredictable paths that shape an artist’s work. From recording his latest album Geographics in an intense six-day studio sprint to reflecting on how travel, memory, and personal experiences find their way into his lyrics, he opens up about the realities of building songs from raw ideas into something lasting. We talk about what it feels like to trust instinct over perfection, why deadlines can actually fuel creativity, and how some songs can sit unfinished for years before finally finding their place.The conversation moves beyond the studio as we get into the emotional side of songwriting, including how becoming a parent changes the way you see the world and the stories you choose to tell. Graven shares how writing about his daughter brought a new level of vulnerability into his work, how touring and travel continue to inspire both the themes and textures of his songs, and why the creative process can sometimes feel like balancing chaos with clarity. Along the way, we also dive into the parallels between music and comedy, how timing and rhythm shape both crafts, and why authenticity ultimately matters more than technical perfection. It’s a funny, honest, and thoughtful look at how life experiences turn into art — and how sometimes the best songs come from embracing the mess instead of trying to control it.New episodes every Monday.Subscribe, like, and drop a comment — it really helps the show.Check out Graven -Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gravencanadaWebsite: https://www.graven.ca🥃 Official Spirits Sponsor – Great Lakes DistilleryWebsite: https://greatlakesdistillery.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatlakesdistillery🎲Episode Sponsor - FU The GameInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/fu_thegameWebsite: https://futhegame.com🍸 Cocktails with Dimples and The BeardYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cwdatbInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cwdatbpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CocktailswithDimplesandTheBeardX: https://twitter.com/dimplesthebeardTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cocktailsdimplesthebeardRumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-6163487📧 For sponsorships or collaborations: [email protected] Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Stand-up comedian Kirsten Michelle Cills joins us for one of the most honest conversations we’ve had about where comedy really comes from. From growing up memorizing stand-up albums in the back seat of her mom’s car to finding her voice on stage, she talks about how she developed a dark, self-aware style that pulls directly from real life. We dive into her early experiences in theater school, what it felt like realizing she wanted to pursue stand-up full time, and how her family reacted when she told them she was becoming a comedian.The conversation takes a deeper turn as Kirsten shares how living with cystic fibrosis shaped her perspective, her writing, and ultimately her comedy itself. She explains why some of her earliest material came from confronting mortality head-on, how humor became a way to process fear, and what it’s like navigating the grind of the comedy world while carrying very real stakes. Along the way, we also bond over a shared love of horror movies, swapping thoughts on what makes the genre work, why it resonates so deeply, and how dark storytelling connects back to comedy in unexpected ways. It’s a raw, funny, and surprisingly thoughtful look at how life’s darkest realities can fuel some of the most powerful comedy.New episodes every Monday.Subscribe, like, and drop a comment — it really helps the show.Check out Kirsten -Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kircomedyWebsite: https://www.kirstenmichelle.com🥃 Official Spirits Sponsor – Great Lakes DistilleryWebsite: https://greatlakesdistillery.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatlakesdistillery🎲Episode Sponsor - FU The GameInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/fu_thegameWebsite: https://futhegame.comT-Shirts provided by Nifty 50 Apparel -Website: https://nifty50apparel.threadless.com/🍸 Cocktails with Dimples and The BeardYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cwdatbInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cwdatbpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CocktailswithDimplesandTheBeardX: https://twitter.com/dimplesthebeardTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cocktailsdimplesthebeardRumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-6163487📧 For sponsorships or collaborations: [email protected] Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Singer-songwriter Caitlin Cannon joins us for a conversation that swings between funny, uncomfortable, and unexpectedly heavy in the best way. We talk about how her songs often hide jokes inside darker truths, why meaning in her writing shifts as the story unfolds, and how learning to do less vocally completely changed the way she writes and records. Caitlin walks us through the ideas behind her album Love Addict, her relationship with faith and desire, and why some of her songs tend to make people squirm before they make sense.Things also take a turn into the deeply personal, as Caitlin opens up about writing a song from her incarcerated brother’s perspective and how music became the only way she could tell the truth about something that big. It’s a loose, honest conversation about art, discomfort, and where songs really come from — with plenty of laughs along the way — and one that slowly reveals just how much weight can live underneath humor.New episodes every Monday. Subscribe, like, and drop a comment — it really helps the show.Check out Caitlin -Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caitlincannonmusicWebsite: https://www.caitlincannonmusic.com/🥃 Official Spirits Sponsor – Great Lakes DistilleryWebsite: https://greatlakesdistillery.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatlakesdistillery🎲Episode Sponsor - FU The GameInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/fu_thegameWebsite: https://futhegame.comT-Shirts provided by Nifty 50 Apparel -Website: https://nifty50apparel.threadless.com/🍸 Cocktails with Dimples and The BeardYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cwdatbInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cwdatbpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CocktailswithDimplesandTheBeardX: https://twitter.com/dimplesthebeardTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cocktailsdimplesthebeardRumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-6163487📧 For sponsorships or collaborations: [email protected] Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

A trip to Belize gave us everything you want from a vacation — sunshine, good food, relaxing moments, and just enough confidence to believe everything was going great. Then it gave us the kind of return trip that makes you question your decision-making skills, your patience, and whether flying is even worth it anymore.On this episode, Dimples, The Beard, and Judy break down the highs and the absolute lows of the trip. From genuinely great moments and unexpected highlights to a massage situation that did not play out the way it was presented, the episode slowly slides from “this was amazing” into “how did we get here?”Things really go off the rails once it’s time to come home. Missed connections, late-night cancellations, packed airports, bad line choices, and a series of airline decisions that feel almost personal turn what should have been a normal travel day into a full-blown endurance test. Confidence disappears, tempers flare, and optimism dies in real time.In this episode, we talk about:Why the Belize trip was actually incredible… at first* A massage plan that came with expectations and immediate disappointment* How traveling together exposes dynamics you can’t ignore* Airport chaos, line strategy, and the false belief that you’re in control* The slow realization that some trips are cursed on the way home* The exact point where patience officially ran outNew episodes every Monday. Subscribe, like, and drop a comment — it really helps the show.🥃 Official Spirits Sponsor – Great Lakes DistilleryWebsite: https://greatlakesdistillery.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatlakesdistillery🎲Episode Sponsor - FU The GameInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/fu_thegameWebsite: https://futhegame.com🍸 Cocktails with Dimples and The BeardYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cwdatbInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cwdatbpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CocktailswithDimplesandTheBeardX: https://twitter.com/dimplesthebeardTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cocktailsdimplesthebeardRumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-6163487📧 For sponsorships or collaborations: [email protected] Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

One of us is about to leave for Belize while the other is stuck behind, and what starts as a simple no-guest hang quickly turns into Chef G stories, Kill Tony fallout, Reddit drama, and a chain reaction of fart jokes and late-night oversharing that probably should not have been recorded. Between talk of paradise, comedy chaos, and very questionable hygiene decisions, this Last Call episode goes exactly where you’d expect when it’s just Dimples and The Beard with a few drinks and no filter.In this episode, we talk about:* The Chef G aloe-vera story and the Belize food that ruined every other meal* Sara Cline’s mystery woman and the Kill Tony kiss everyone keeps asking about* Reddit’s reaction to the episode and how comedy fans turn on people* One of us heading to Belize while the other stays in Wisconsin* The world-record fart conversation that went completely off the railsNew episodes every Monday. Subscribe, like, and drop a comment — it really helps the show.🥃 Official Spirits Sponsor – Great Lakes DistilleryWebsite: https://greatlakesdistillery.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatlakesdistillery🎲Episode Sponsor - FU The GameInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/fu_thegameWebsite: https://futhegame.com🍸 Cocktails with Dimples and The BeardYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cwdatbInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cwdatbpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CocktailswithDimplesandTheBeardX: https://twitter.com/dimplesthebeardTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cocktailsdimplesthebeardRumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-6163487📧 For sponsorships or collaborations: [email protected] Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Stand-Up Comedian Lauren Allen hangs out with us to talk about life inside the Austin comedy scene, running The Suicide Mic, and what it’s really like being a woman who isn’t afraid to be loud, honest, and completely unfiltered in a world full of fragile egos. Lauren shares stories about bouncing between open mics, getting pulled into the Kill Tony orbit, and why comedians who love being roasted on big stages suddenly get uncomfortable when someone gives them real feedback in person.The conversation moves through weird show experiences, backstage politics, and how quickly reputations form in comedy — especially when you refuse to play nice or follow the usual rules. Along the way, Lauren explains the story behind calling herself a “Dead Daddy’s Girl,” how humor shapes the way she deals with everything from grief to dating, and why leaning into who you are is often the fastest way to both stand out and get people talking.In this episode, we also talk about:* Running The Suicide Mic and dealing with comic backlash* The Kill Tony scene and why humiliation is part of the culture* Where the “Dead Daddy’s Girl” nickname comes from* What it’s like being labeled and talked about in Austin comedy* Why being honest can make you controversial onstageNew episodes every Monday.Subscribe, like, and drop a comment — it really helps the show.Check out LaurenInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenn.allenn 🥃 Official Spirits Sponsor – Great Lakes DistilleryWebsite: https://greatlakesdistillery.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatlakesdistillery🎲Episode Sponsor - FU The GameInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/fu_thegameWebsite: https://futhegame.com🍸 Cocktails with Dimples and The BeardYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cwdatbInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cwdatbpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CocktailswithDimplesandTheBeardX: https://twitter.com/dimplesthebeardTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cocktailsdimplesthebeardRumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-6163487📧 For sponsorships or collaborations: [email protected] Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Madinah Wilson-Anton talks about slipping punchlines into her pandemic-era political speeches and realizing she liked waiting for laughs more than applause, which eventually led her into stand-up and onto the Kill Tony stage. From there, the conversation moves through sitting in the holding room with hundreds of comedians, being taken in by a group of Texas comics afterward, and joking about hoping she wasn’t being trafficked while being dragged from mic to mic. Madinah also opens up about growing up around her uncle Rocky Wilson as her first real exposure to comedy, performing with him later in life, and the strange way humor runs through her family — including stories about her Nana in a nursing home with dementia who somehow still manages to land perfectly timed one-liners. The episode comes full circle with the now-infamous Zoom committee meeting where people were accidentally trash-talking on mute and someone flushed a toilet mid-session, leading Madinah to coin the phrase “talking shit and taking shits.”In this episode, we also talk about:* Her decision to run for office and how that changed her life* What it was like getting elected during the pandemic* Doing a podcast and stand-up with her uncle Rocky Wilson* The weird reality of being recognized as a politician at comedy shows* How other comics react when they find out who she isNew episodes every Monday. Subscribe, like, and drop a comment — it really helps the show.Check out MadinahInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/madinahcomedyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/madinahfordelaware 🥃 Official Spirits Sponsor – Great Lakes DistilleryWebsite: https://greatlakesdistillery.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatlakesdistillery🎲Episode Sponsor - FU The GameInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/fu_thegameWebsite: https://futhegame.com🍸 Cocktails with Dimples and The BeardYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cwdatbInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cwdatbpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CocktailswithDimplesandTheBeardX: https://twitter.com/dimplesthebeardTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cocktailsdimplesthebeardRumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-6163487📧 For sponsorships or collaborations: [email protected] Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Sara Cline tells a joke about detachable shower heads that immediately turns into a conversation about having two vaginas. From there, the discussion moves through her appearances on Kill Tony, an on-stage kiss during her interview, and the DMs she says she started receiving afterward — including messages offering to pay her to “see” things. Sara also describes what it felt like being on the Kill Tony stage, how bright the lights were, and moments where she didn’t catch what the panel was saying.In this episode, we also talk about:* How Kill Tony was at the Vulcan compared to the Mothership* Why Sara says she will not “broadcast my anatomy” on dating apps* Her explanation of counting rhythm and cadence when writing comedy* How poetry readings handle humor differently than stand-up crowds* Her decision to apply to English PhD programsNew episodes every Monday. Subscribe, like, and drop a comment — it really helps the show.Check out SaraInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/saradoescomedy🥃 Official Spirits Sponsor – Great Lakes DistilleryWebsite: https://greatlakesdistillery.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatlakesdistillery🎲Episode Sponsor - FU The GameInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/fu_thegameWebsite: https://futhegame.com🍸 Cocktails with Dimples and The BeardYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cwdatbInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cwdatbpodcast/Website: https://cocktailswithdimplesandthebeard.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CocktailswithDimplesandTheBeardX: https://twitter.com/dimplesthebeardTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cocktailsdimplesthebeardRumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-6163487📧 For sponsorships or collaborations: [email protected] Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Somehow, we made it through 2025.Through chaos, ridiculous conversations, unexpected wins, and moments that probably shouldn’t have worked — but did.This is a guest-free year-end episode where we look back the only way we know how — laughing at what went sideways, appreciating what went right, and realizing just how much happened in one year.In this episode, we talk about:* The moments that defined our year — planned and unplanned* The milestones that came from showing up every week* Guests, stories, and conversations that stuck with us* Chaos that went too far (and chaos that somehow worked)* Why consistency mattered more than perfection* What we’re carrying into 2026 — and what we’re leaving behindNew episodes every Monday. Subscribe, like, and drop a comment — it really helps the show.🥃 Official Spirits Sponsor – Great Lakes DistilleryWebsite: https://greatlakesdistillery.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatlakesdistillery🎲Episode Sponsor - FU The GameInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/fu_thegameWebsite: https://futhegame.com🍸 Cocktails with Dimples and The BeardYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cwdatbInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cwdatbpodcast/Website: https://cocktailswithdimplesandthebeard.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CocktailswithDimplesandTheBeardX: https://twitter.com/dimplesthebeardTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cocktailsdimplesthebeardRumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-6163487📧 For sponsorships or collaborations: [email protected] Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

What starts as a relaxed Christmas episode quickly turns into absolute chaos. Between holiday drinks, terrible singing, questionable gifts, and one very confusing dating story, this one spirals fast — in the exact way you’d expect from us.It’s a guest-free, anything-goes Christmas hang where inside jokes collide with uncomfortable realizations, bad decisions get louder, and nothing stays on track for long.In this episode we talk about:• A dating moment that sparks instant confusion• Misheard words and how things go wrong fast• Confidently butchering Christmas song lyrics• Gift exchanges that immediately get out of hand• Holiday traditions, family stories, and old wounds• Why chaos feels especially festive this time of yearNew episodes every Monday.Subscribe, like, and drop a comment — it really helps the show.🥃 Official Spirits Sponsor – Great Lakes DistilleryWebsite: https://greatlakesdistillery.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatlakesdistillery🎲Episode Sponsor - FU The GameInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/fu_thegameWebsite: https://futhegame.com🍸 Cocktails with Dimples and The BeardYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cwdatbInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cwdatbpodcast/Website: https://cocktailswithdimplesandthebeard.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CocktailswithDimplesandTheBeardX: https://twitter.com/dimplesthebeardTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cocktailsdimplesthebeardRumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-6163487📧 For sponsorships or collaborations: [email protected] Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Fielding Edlow joins us for a fast, hilarious, and wildly honest conversation that bounces between comedy, parenting, dating, and complete absurdity. From razor-sharp observations to moments that spiral into pure chaos, this episode never slows down and somehow keeps getting funnier.She’s a comedian, writer, and actor known for her fearless honesty, sharp wit, and unforgettable takes on modern life.In this episode we talk about:• Being sober in rooms full of drinkers• Parenting in a world that feels completely unfiltered• Comedy, therapy, and melting under pressure• Dating chaos and sending the wrong text on purpose• Why weird honesty works better than playing it safe• Finding freedom by fully owning your voice• What Fielding is working on nextNew episodes every Monday. Subscribe, like, and drop a comment — it really helps the show.Check out Fielding -Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fieldingedlowWebsite: https://fieldingedlow.com🥃 Official Spirits Sponsor – Great Lakes DistilleryWebsite: https://greatlakesdistillery.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatlakesdistillery🎲Episode Sponsor - FU The GameInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/fu_thegameWebsite: https://futhegame.com🍺 Episode Sponsor – Mosinee Brewing CompanyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mosineebrewingcompanyWebsite: https://www.mosineebrewing.com🍸 Cocktails with Dimples and The BeardYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cwdatbInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cwdatbpodcast/Website: https://cocktailswithdimplesandthebeard.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CocktailswithDimplesandTheBeardX: https://twitter.com/dimplesthebeardTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cocktailsdimplesthebeardRumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-6163487📧 For sponsorships or collaborations: [email protected] Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Kaycee Bills brings absolute chaos to the studio in one of our fastest, wildest, most unpredictable episodes of the year. From her life in comedy to the kind of real-world stories you swear have to be made up, this one never lets off the gas.She’s a comedian — and if you watch Kill Tony, you definitely know her as Dr. Rabbit.In this episode we talk about:• How Dr. Rabbit became a recognizable name on Kill Tony• Navigating comedy when you’re thrown on stage with zero warning• Bizarre club moments and backstage madness• The full “car → kitchen → closet → NAKED” saga• Building a comedy career through pure chaos• Owning her style and voice on stage• What’s next for Kaycee BillsNew episodes every Monday.Subscribe, like, and drop a comment — it really helps the show.Check out Dr. Rabbit -Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kayceebills🥃 Official Spirits Sponsor – Great Lakes DistilleryWebsite: https://greatlakesdistillery.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatlakesdistillery🍺 Episode Sponsors – Sensi DrinksInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sensi.highWebsite: https://sipsensi.com/🍸 Cocktails with Dimples and The BeardYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cwdatbInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cwdatbpodcast/Website: https://cocktailswithdimplesandthebeard.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CocktailswithDimplesandTheBeardX: https://twitter.com/dimplesthebeardTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cocktailsdimplesthebeardRumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-6163487📧 For sponsorships or collaborations: [email protected] Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Abby Jones has lived through hell and rebuilt herself into an artist, performer, and the creator of the high-energy burlesque/circus fusion company Art of Seduction. In this episode, she opens up about the custody battle that used her OnlyFans and dancing against her, what it took to reclaim her life, and how she now helps women feel powerful, confident, and seen through dance, performance, and photography.We go deep into her creative world — from burlesque and neo-burlesque to hair hanging, Lyra, silks, chains, and building shows that feel wild, original, and untamed. Abby talks openly about shadowbanning, censorship, abusive relationships, surviving the court system, raising strong kids in a social-media era, and finding her identity again after years of being silenced.It’s raw. It’s honest. It’s funny. And it’s the kind of conversation viewers connect with immediately — especially if you’re into creator stories, burlesque, circus arts, women’s empowerment, photography, or personal reinvention.Hit like, drop a comment, and subscribe — it keeps the chaos rolling and helps more people stumble into this beautiful mess.Check out Abby -Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ajm_foxInstabio: https://instabio.cc/AJM_FOX🥃 Official Spirits Sponsor – Great Lakes DistilleryWebsite: https://greatlakesdistillery.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatlakesdistillery🍺 Episode Sponsors – River Siren BrewingInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/riversirenbrewingWebsite: https://www.riversirenbrewing.com🍸 Cocktails with Dimples and The BeardYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cwdatbInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cwdatbpodcast/Website: https://cocktailswithdimplesandthebeard.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CocktailswithDimplesandTheBeardX: https://twitter.com/dimplesthebeardTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cocktailsdimplesthebeardRumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-6163487📧 For sponsorships or collaborations: [email protected] Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 250 got out of hand immediately. We kicked things off with Spicy Candyland — our own punishment-loaded twist on a childhood classic — and the chaos hit faster than any of us expected. The punishments were brutal, the board betrayed us, and the whole night spiraled from the first move.After barely surviving Spicy Candyland, we jumped straight into FU The Game, and things somehow got even louder and more unhinged. By the end, we weren’t sure if we’d recorded a milestone celebration or a complete meltdown on camera.Hitting 250 episodes is huge, and this one feels exactly like the three of us — messy, loud, ridiculous, and a whole lot of fun as Dimples, The Beard, AND JUDY try to hold it together and fail spectacularly. If you love chaotic podcast episodes, punishment games, disaster game nights, or watching people laugh their way through bad decisions… this is your episode.Grab a drink and buckle up — Episode 250 goes wild immediately.Like if this episode made you sweat.Comment if you would've quit halfway through.Subscribe if you want to see us make even worse decisions.🥃 Official Spirits Sponsor – Great Lakes DistilleryWebsite: https://greatlakesdistillery.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatlakesdistillery⭐ Featured Episode Sponsors:Uncle Skunk’s Beverages Website: https://uncleskunks.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uncleskunksbeverages FU The Game Website: https://futhegame.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fu_thegame🔥 Hot Sauce Lineup — Used in Spicy Candyland:Hellfire Hot Sauce Website: https://hellfirehotsauce.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hellfirehotsauce Sauce Leopard Website: https://www.sauceleopard.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sauceleopard Gindo’s Website: https://gindos.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegindos Coconut Joe’s Website: https://familytraditionsspecialtyfoods.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/familytraditionsspecialtyfoods Horror Struck Website: https://horrorstruckhotsauce.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/horrorstruckhotsauce Sam Sa’House Website: https://www.samsahouse.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samsahouse🍸 Cocktails with Dimples and The BeardYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cwdatbInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cwdatbpodcast/Website: https://cocktailswithdimplesandthebeard.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CocktailswithDimplesandTheBeardX: https://twitter.com/dimplesthebeardTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cocktailsdimplesthebeardRumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-6163487📧 For sponsorships or collaborations: [email protected] Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 249 might be the most chaotic “just us” episode we’ve ever recorded — wild stories, bad decisions, and zero adult supervision. Consider this the official warm-up (and warning) for Episode 250… because things are about to get way worse.In this unhinged pre-game episode, Dimples and The Beard get into:🍺 Minnesota beer runs & legendary cans🧉 Great Lakes Distillery pumpkin whiskey🌿 Planning the 100mg Uncle Skunk’s challenge for Episode 250🎲 Introducing FU The Game — the beautiful chaos we’ll unleash during Episode 250🎤 The upcoming guest with two vaginas🤖 The Beard’s ongoing war with ChatGPT🎸 Pearl Jam 20 blackout stories🤮 The Tom Petty puke incident🎶 Blue October memories🦶 Toe talk, bullying, and whatever the hell else happenedIf you’re new here… welcome?If you’ve been with us this long… send help.🔥 Episode 249 is the calm before the storm… and it’s not very calm.👉 Hit Subscribe and get ready — Episode 250 is where the real chaos starts.🥃 Official Spirits Sponsor – Great Lakes DistilleryWebsite: https://greatlakesdistillery.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatlakesdistillery🍺 Episode Sponsors – Bad Weather BrewingInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/badweatherbrew/Website: https://www.badweatherbrewery.com/🍸 Cocktails with Dimples and The BeardYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cwdatbInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cwdatbpodcast/Website: https://cocktailswithdimplesandthebeard.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CocktailswithDimplesandTheBeardX: https://twitter.com/dimplesthebeardTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cocktailsdimplesthebeardRumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-6163487📧 For sponsorships or collaborations: [email protected] Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Meet Carlos Tkacz, the filmmaker who turned five years of van life, a love of climbing, and a crisis of faith into the horror short COW. It’s blood, symbolism, and DIY madness — all mixed with the kind of off-the-rails honesty and heart that only happens when life refuses to follow a script.Join Dimples and The Beard for a conversation that goes everywhere: from van life to filmmaking, from religion to psychedelics, from climbing cliffs to creating gore effects out of pool noodles and pork. Carlos opens up about how COW came to life, why horror is the perfect place to explore belief and fear, and how living outside the norm helped him find his creative voice.This episode is deep, weird, and wildly entertaining — the perfect mix of chaos, curiosity, and cocktails.🍸 In this episode:* The real-life story behind COW* Turning van life into horror* Growing up evangelical and finding meaning beyond religion* Mushrooms, philosophy, and creative freedom* DIY horror effects: pool noodles, pork, and gallons of blood* Climbing, teaching, and living outside the norm🎧 Grab a drink, sit back, and enjoy another unpredictable episode of Cocktails with Dimples & The Beard.🍸 If you laughed, learned, or just love a good horror story — hit Like, Subscribe, and tell us your favorite indie horror film in the comments!🥃 Official Spirits Sponsor – Great Lakes DistilleryWebsite: https://greatlakesdistillery.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatlakesdistillery🍺 Episode Sponsors – 3 Sheeps BrewingInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/3sheepsbrewingWebsite: https://3sheepsbrewing.com/🍸 Cocktails with Dimples and The BeardYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cwdatbInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cwdatbpodcast/Website: https://cocktailswithdimplesandthebeard.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CocktailswithDimplesandTheBeardX: https://twitter.com/dimplesthebeardTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cocktailsdimplesthebeardRumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-6163487📧 For sponsorships or collaborations: [email protected] Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

She hates horror but stars on a horror channel. She wins roast battles but preaches kindness. Final Girlz star and Roastlemania champ Anne Flagg joins Cocktails with Dimples and The Beard for an unfiltered talk about stand-up, sobriety, divorce, and the chaos of rebuilding your life through comedy.From Final Girlz fame to Roastlemania champion, Anne breaks down the weirdest parts of her career — viral sketches, roasting John Wayne Bobbitt, why horror movies terrify her, and how divorce and recovery reshaped her comedy.It’s funny, dark, and real — everything this show was built for.👍 Like, 💬 comment, and 🔔 subscribe — it helps keep the cocktails flowing.🎙️ Anne FlaggInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/in_anneticipationWebsite: https://www.anneflagg.com🥃 Official Spirits Sponsor – Great Lakes DistilleryWebsite: https://greatlakesdistillery.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatlakesdistillery🍺 Episode Sponsors – Back Channel Brewing & Bar Life TeesBack Channel Brewing Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/backchannelbrewingBack Channel Brewing Website: https://www.backchannelbrewing.comBar Life Tees Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shopbarlifeBar Life Tees Website: https://shopbarlife.com (use code CWDATB for 15% off)🍸 Cocktails with Dimples and The BeardYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cwdatbInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cwdatbpodcast/Website: https://cocktailswithdimplesandthebeard.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CocktailswithDimplesandTheBeardX: https://twitter.com/dimplesthebeardTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cocktailsdimplesthebeardRumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-6163487📧 For sponsorships or collaborations: [email protected] Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Hey fellow lushes — some guests bring jokes. Peter Angelo brought stories, scars, and absolute chaos.Comedian Peter Angelo can make you laugh, wince, and question his life choices all in one story. From late-night comedy gigs to underground wrestling shows, his life is an unpredictable mix of laughter, pain, and mayhem.On this episode of Cocktails with Dimples and The Beard, he takes us through it all — from hecklers and hardcore matches to the gigs that pushed his limits and the ones that reminded him why he loves it.We talk about:💥 How comedy led him into the wrestling world🎤 Getting heckled mid-set… by wrestlers🚫 The gig that got him “banned” for being too real🩸 What happens when you mix barbed wire with punchlines😂 Why embracing chaos keeps life interestingIt’s a story about chasing fun, finding community, and saying yes to every weird opportunity that comes your way.Check out Peter -Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/metalpetecomedyCheck out Great Lakes Distillery, our official spirits sponsor -Great Lakes Distillery Website: https://greatlakesdistillery.com/Great Lakes Distillery IG: https://www.instagram.com/greatlakesdistilleryCheck us out -YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cwdatbInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cwdatbpodcast/Website: https://cocktailswithdimplesandthebeard.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CocktailswithDimplesandTheBeardX: https://twitter.com/dimplesthebeardTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cocktailsdimplesthebeardRumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-6163487Sponsorship and business inquiries: [email protected] Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Hey, fellow lushes! 🍸This week’s guest is the fearless and hilarious Elizabeth De Razzo, best known as Janet in The Greasy Strangler and Maria on HBO’s Eastbound & Down.Elizabeth joins us for one of the wildest, most honest conversations we’ve ever had — talking about awkward auditions, uncomfortable scenes, cult invites, and why she’s learned to face Hollywood’s chaos with laughter instead of fear.She tells the jaw-dropping true story behind The Greasy Strangler’s one and only Merkin, how she almost quit the movie after being pushed too far, and the moment she stood her ground and took back control. We also hear about her first big audition (and the wardrobe malfunction that caught everyone off guard), how she told The Beard “F*** you” within minutes of meeting him, and why she believes grace and humor can survive even the greasiest corners of the industry.Like, comment, and share if you’ve ever learned to laugh your way through the madness. Hit Subscribe and ring that bell 🔔 so you don’t miss a drop.💦 Stay greasy, lushes — and remember, never trust anyone who owns more than one Merkin.Check out Elizabeth De Razzo -Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elizabethderazzoWebsite: https://elizabethderazzo.com/Big thanks to the sponsors for this episode - Midwest FamousWebsite: https://midwestfamous.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwest.famousCheck us out -YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cwdatbInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cwdatbpodcast/Website: https://cocktailswithdimplesandthebeard.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CocktailswithDimplesandTheBeardX: https://twitter.com/dimplesthebeardTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cocktailsdimplesthebeardRumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-6163487Sponsorship and business inquiries: [email protected] Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jake Renick Simpson’s story is straight out of a dream — the kind every music fan has but few ever live.In eighth grade, Jake wrote a letter to Dave Matthews saying he’d play music with him someday. Years later, that dream came true when he stepped on stage at The Gorge, performing fiddle alongside Dave Matthews Band in front of thousands.On this episode of Cocktails with Dimples and The Beard, Jake tells the full story — from learning fiddle at four years old and recording his first album at eleven, to touring with Lukas Nelson and the moment he got the call to join Dave on stage.We talk about:🎻 The difference between a fiddle and a violin (and why Jake’s has a rattlesnake rattle inside)🎶 His journey from small-town bluegrass festivals to national tours📜 The eighth-grade letter that manifested his dream🤯 Meeting Dave Matthews and trying not to “fangirl”🔥 What it felt like playing Before These Crowded Streets live at The GorgeIt’s a story about timing, talent, and one surreal weekend that changed everything.Check out Jake Renick Simpson -Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/r3n1ckBig thanks to the sponsors for this episode - Boom Island Brewing & Great Lakes DistilleryBoom Island Brewing Website: https://boomislandbrewing.comBoom Island Brewing IG: https://www.instagram.com/boomislandbeerGreat Lakes Distillery Website: https://greatlakesdistillery.com/Great Lakes Distillery IG: https://www.instagram.com/greatlakesdistilleryCheck us out -YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cwdatbInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cwdatbpodcast/Website: https://cocktailswithdimplesandthebeard.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CocktailswithDimplesandTheBeardX: https://twitter.com/dimplesthebeardTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cocktailsdimplesthebeardRumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-6163487Sponsorship and business inquiries: [email protected] Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Would you ask a white supremacist to take down a Nazi sign?Journalist Steffen Hou did — and he didn’t know if he’d walk away.We’re usually cocktails and chaos, but this week we’re going somewhere darker.Steffen Hou, the Danish filmmaker behind Face of Hate, spent seven years following Jasen Barker — a KKK member whose life was built on trauma, rage, and the search for belonging. What started as an investigation turned into one of the most dangerous and life-changing stories ever caught on film.From walking into armed compounds to confronting Jasen about a pigpen named “Dachau” — the Nazis’ first concentration camp — Steffen takes us inside the moment that could’ve ended his career, or worse. He shares how empathy, not anger, became his greatest weapon, and what that moment taught him about hate, forgiveness, and humanity.Grab a drink and join us as we talk about:🍸 The childhood tragedy that fueled Jasen’s hate — and what finally broke the cycle.🍸 The day Steffen thought he might not make it out alive.🍸 How one impossible question changed everything.🍸 The making of Face of Hate and how it went from rejected to millions of views.🍸 What real journalism looks like in a world addicted to outrage.This isn’t your usual round of laughs — it’s one of the most intense, eye-opening, and unexpectedly human conversations we’ve ever had.💬 What would you have done in that moment? Tell us in the comments.📅 New episodes every Monday — subscribe and drink along with us.🎥 Watch Steffen Hou’s full documentary “Face of Hate”👉 https://youtu.be/hgySmmUGR0k?si=CVN0D9AuCC9DWPpSCheck out Steffen Hou -Website: https://steffenhou.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/steffenhouBig thanks to the sponsors for this episode - Ope! Brewing Co. & Grave Before ShaveOpe! Brewing Website: https://www.opebrewingco.comOpe! Brewing Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/opebrewingcoGrave Before Shave Website: https://www.gravebeforeshave.com/Grave Before Shave Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gravebeforeshaveCheck us out -YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cwdatbInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cwdatbpodcast/Website: https://cocktailswithdimplesandthebeard.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CocktailswithDimplesandTheBeardX: https://twitter.com/dimplesthebeardTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cocktailsdimplesthebeardRumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-6163487Sponsorship and business inquiries: [email protected] Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Hey, fellow lushes! On this episode we sit down with singer-songwriter and Wisconsin native Genevieve Heyward — a musician who grew up belting karaoke at age ten, picked up her first bar gigs before she could legally drink (thanks, Mom), and now splits her time between the Midwest and Nashville chasing songs, chaos, and the perfect metaphor.Genevieve takes us through her winding path from teenage karaoke queen (Before He Cheats and The Climb were in heavy rotation) to blowing out her voice with Alice Cooper covers, surviving speech therapy, and coming back stronger than ever. We talk about Mile of Music beginnings, writing weeks in Nashville, and the moment one throwaway lyric — “sprinkles on a shit sundae” — stopped the room and named her brand-new EP.We dig into the near-disaster of almost calling it Disco Tits, why she actually hates sprinkles, and the creative chaos of promoting a record by dumping rainbow sugar on onions, kimchi, and corn on the cob. There’s jug wine teen stories, doppelgänger soul sisters in Amsterdam, why she thrives in uncomfortable rooms, and how her Instagram skits channel a childhood spent on Saturday nights watching SNL with her dad.It’s Wisconsin roots, Nashville hustle, karaoke scars, and sprinkles on absolutely everything — even when they don’t belong.Like, comment, and subscribe — or we’re sprinkling your next sundae with regret. 🍦✨Check out Genevieve Heyward -Website: https://www.genevieveheyward.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/genheywardBig thanks to the sponsors for this episode - Broken Bat Brewing & Great Lakes DistilleryBroken Bat Website: https://brokenbatbrewery.comBroken Bat Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brokenbatbrewGreat Lakes Distillery Website: https://greatlakesdistillery.comGreat Lakes Distillery Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatlakesdistilleryCheck us out -YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cwdatbInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cwdatbpodcast/Website: https://cocktailswithdimplesandthebeard.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CocktailswithDimplesandTheBeardX: https://twitter.com/dimplesthebeardTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cocktailsdimplesthebeardRumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-6163487Sponsorship and business inquiries: [email protected] Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Hey, fellow lushes! On this episode we sit down with Michael Morgan — Texas-born comedian, musician, Marine veteran, and accidental expert in saying the wrong word at the wrong time.Michael takes us through his wild path from sneak-watching Saturday Night Live at volume “3” in a Pentecostal household, to one of his very first sets where he dropped the C-word three times during somebody’s steak dinner — and got told, politely but firmly, never come back. From there it was a break, a reset, and eventually a return to comedy with sharper stories and way more control of the mic.We dive into the Texas comedy boom, his upcoming song If I Was Gay, I’d F** Ryan Gosling*, and the bizarre overlap of his past lives — from drumming in church bands to touring the country as a Christian music artist, to serving in the Marines while his mom terrified recruiters and boot camp drill instructors. Along the way we get moose-knuckle high school playbill photos, Star Wars fandom, awkward VHS porn confessions, and the entrepreneurial grind of selling door-to-door freezer meat with his dad.It’s comedy chaos, Texas grit, Marine discipline (sort of), and the kind of storytelling only someone who’s bombed big and come back harder can deliver.Like, comment, and subscribe — or Michael’s mom is calling your boss to get you grounded.Check out Michael Morgan -Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaelmorgancomedyTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@michaelmorgancomedyBig thanks to the sponsors for this episode - RA! WellnessWebsite: https://feelraco.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/feelracoCheck us out -YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cwdatbInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cwdatbpodcast/Website: https://cocktailswithdimplesandthebeard.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CocktailswithDimplesandTheBeardX: https://twitter.com/dimplesthebeardTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cocktailsdimplesthebeardRumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-6163487Sponsorship and business inquiries: [email protected] Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Hey, fellow lushes! On this episode we sit down with Lisset Díaz, powerhouse vocalist and frontwoman of Sweet Lizzy Project — the Cuban-born, Nashville-based band that’s been lighting up Mile of Music for three years running.Lisset takes us from Havana’s underground rock scene, where every gig required government approval, to a chance discovery by PBS that catapulted the band to the U.S. and a new life in Nashville. We dive into culture shock moments — like seeing 30 brands of toilet paper at Costco — and the freedom to finally write and perform without censorship.Along the way, we talk new album Objects in Mirrors Are Closer Than They Appear, opening for Heart and Joan Jett, DIY videos that lean into their dark humor, and why Appleton fans with old-school Sweet Lizzy shirts mean the world. Plus side quests into cheese curds, lake days in Waupaca, Shakira tapes, and the strange journey from biochemistry major to fronting one of the most dynamic indie rock bands around.Cuban roots, Nashville grit, Wisconsin love, and one of the most unique rock stories you’ll ever hear.Like, comment, and subscribe — or Lisset’s burying you in the backyard with the bass player.Check out Sweet Lizzy Project -Website: https://www.sweetlizzyproject.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sweetlizzyprojectBig thanks to the sponsors for this episode - Ooga Brewing Co. & Great Lakes DistilleryOoga Website: https://www.oogabrewing.com/Ooga Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oogabrewingGreat Lakes Distillery Website: https://greatlakesdistillery.com/Great Lakes Distillery Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatlakesdistilleryCheck us out -YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cwdatbInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cwdatbpodcast/Website: https://cocktailswithdimplesandthebeard.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CocktailswithDimplesandTheBeardX: https://twitter.com/dimplesthebeardTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cocktailsdimplesthebeardRumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-6163487Sponsorship and business inquiries: [email protected] Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Hey, fellow lushes! On this episode we dive straight into the twisted imagination of author Jarret Keene and his latest collection Gateways to Annihilation — 14 short stories packed with voodoo, werewolves, cursed comics, skunk apes, and enough dread to fuel your nightmares for weeks.Jarret takes us behind the scenes of his research obsession — from New Orleans yellow fever cures and Celtic mythology to Florida cryptids and Norwegian black metal — and shows how he blends history, horror, and heavy metal into wild, punchy tales. We also get into comic book hellscapes, Vegas lions the size of school buses, and why short stories hit harder than most novels.Along the way we talk Westerns, weird fiction, indie horror, and Jarret’s induction into the Nevada Writers Hall of Fame — plus side tangents on cursed records, public-domain slasher reboots, and why Biodome deserved to be rewritten as a horror story.Heavy metal riffs, swamp monsters, Vegas nightmares, and maybe even a hooker with a cursed comic — this episode has it all.Like, comment, and subscribe — or we’re sending the skunk ape after you. 🦍🔥📚Check out Jarret Keene -Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/authorjarretkeene/Website: https://www.jarretkeene.net/Big thanks to the sponsors for this episode - Lion's Tail Brewing Co.Website: https://lionstailbrewing.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lionstailbrewCheck us out -YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cwdatbInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cwdatbpodcast/Website: https://cocktailswithdimplesandthebeard.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CocktailswithDimplesandTheBeardX: https://twitter.com/dimplesthebeardTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cocktailsdimplesthebeardRumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-6163487Sponsorship and business inquiries: [email protected] Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy