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Pouring Stories
by Michael Giambrone
Pouring Stories is a Hospitality Podcast produced at the host Giambrone's home bar. The aim of our show it to give a sincere look inside the business of hospitality and entertainment. Set in Las Vegas and featuring rotating guests, who share their own personal experiences with hospitality or their contributions to their craft.Serious and unserious topics alike for the home bar enthusiast, all the way to seasoned professionals and resort operators. There will be spirits experts, Vegas Performers, and many more.
Episodes
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Rustyn Vaughn Lee | Pouring Stories Season 2 Episode 11
Timestamps: 00:00 Rustyn’s Altimura Negroni 03:43 Altimura Italian Vodka 06:31 The logistics of beverage operations 08:37 Pre-Batching 10:17 Fresh Juice Cheating. 11:42 Bartending at Absinthe 13:50 Beverage creation 16:55 Covid Happened 18:15 Country Singer Rustyn 19:45 Corpse Reviver #2 21:41...
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The Business Of Craft Cocktails | Francesco Lafranconi | Pouring Stories S2 Ep10 Part 2
In part 2 of Francesco's visit we discuss the business side of hospitality. Before his role as Director of Beverage & Hospitality Culture, Francesco came to America to work at Southern Glazers Wine & Spirits, developed a state of the art classroom, and paved the way for spirit ambassadorship....
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The Art Of Craft Cocktails | Francesco Lafranconi Pouring Stories S2 Ep10
Francesco Lafranconi sits down for part 1 of a two-part conversation. We start in the glass and end up in the work. A Negroni done with intention. Gin, vermouth, and why those bottles are never just bottles. We talk Italy. Teaching Scotch in the Highlands. Scotch vs. Bourbon, a Nevada ranch that...
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The Soul Of Hospitality | Tony Abou-Ganim | Pouring Stories S2 Ep9
Tony Abou-Ganim sits down for one of the most grounded conversations we’ve had on the show. We talked about the wrong way to make a Negroni, the Helen David Relief Fund, the "Red Jackets", the Brass Rail, what it means to be called an icon, mixologist fatigue, and the difference between…
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Cuba Libre! The Return Of Cuban Papi | Christian Cepero | Pouring Stories Season 2 Ep.8
Christian Cepero returns to Pouring Stories to chat about the Cuba Libre being a paradoxical cocktail, working with Weber Ranch 100% Agave Vodka and the many hidden challenges of switching from Bartending to Representing a brand! He’s still involved in the cigar world as well with his…
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Before You Open A Restaurant... Watch This! | Constantin Alexander | Pouring Stories S2 Ep7
They went from being the “New Clubhouse” for the Las Vegas industry… to closed overnight. Constantin Alexander could only watch as the explosive Piero’s controversy took down everything he and his partner had built with Bramare and Table 34. 00:00 intro Teaser PSP S2Ep7 00:35 Jack & Diet 03:32…
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The REAL “Most Interesting Man In The World”, The Wine Guy | Renato Lebron | Pouring Stories S2 Ep6
In our 6th episode, Renato LeBron, known simply as The Wine Guy in Las Vegas, sits down and shares his journey.From Q-Tester, judging green coffee beans, to cheesemonger (a master of cheese making), to Journeyman Chocolatier, then to advanced sommelier. Eventually he uses his major in economy to...
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Behind the Scenes, Relationships, & Tequila Mules | Katie Kush | Pouring Stories S2 Ep5
Katie Kush sits down with Giambrone for a candid, fun, and eye-opening conversation on Pouring Stories Season 2 Episode 5. The adult film star shares her real experiences in the industry, from her favorite gonzo-style scenes and surprising least favorite moments (including VR) to the unique...
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Pain Killers, Integrity, & Developing New Business | J.R. Starkus | Pouring Stories S2 EP4
J.R. Starkus joins us at the Pouring Stories bar for a masterclass in hospitality, bar management, and opening successful venues. A true legend in Las Vegas for decades, J.R. went from leading mixologist to the face of Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits. He’s mentored countless industry…
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The Lost Episode with Spirit & Seoul | Jen Yim & Joe Arakawa | Pouring Stories S1 Ep19
During the end of season 1, production went off the rails and Pouring Stories had to go a new direction with our editing. This was this final episode of our first season. It was an amazing episode that deserved more attention. Despite the production issues I wanted to share it with the world. Joe...
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Mocktails, Zero Proof, & The New "Veganism" | Eryn Korby | Pouring Stories S2 Ep3
Eryn Korby, Owner Of Sin City Saints, visits Pouring Stories for Episode 3 of Season 2! Sin City Saints is an Adult Non Alcoholic Boutique, located on Main Street, in Las Vegas, Nevada. She carries amazing zero proof spirits and she brings some for us to try. Korby even makes a non-alcoholic Old...
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"Even When They're Bad They're Still Good" | Jive Turkey's Adam O'Donnell | Pouring Stories S2 EP2
Adam O'Donnell, Co-Owner of Jive Turkey in Las Vegas, returns to Pouring Stories for our second episode of season 2. Like at his and Sam's bar "Jive Turkey", Adam is back on the podcast to push boundaries! The conversation goes from shooters and gendered ordering to the history of the Old…
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Self Caring, Tequila Side Sipping, & Wyld Ki | Heidi Wiest | Pouring Stories Podcast S2 Ep1
Pouring Stories Season 2 Episode 1 Heidi Wiest, Master Hair Stylist, Sound Healer, and founder of Wyld Kī®, joins the Pouring Stories Podcast for our first episode of season 2. Heidi speaks to her over 25 years of experience in beauty and personal care, drinking expensive “cat coffee”, & enjoying...
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Nathan Grates on Building Sand Dollar & La Casa De Juliette | Pouring Stories Ep.18
🎙 Pouring Stories Ep.18 - Giambrone sits down with Nathan Grates, co-owner of The Sand Dollar LV, Sand Dollar Downtown, and La Casa De Juliette, to talk about the grind behind building three of Las Vegas’ most respected cocktail and live-music destinations. From brutal late nights as a beverage...
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International Flair Champion & Bacardi’s Agave Ambassador | Dario Doimo | Pouring Stories Ep. 17
Dario Doimo spent half of his life abroad, sneaking into an international competition at 19, and falling in love with bartending ever since. He went on to win the World Flair Bartending competition, open venues, became a U.S. Citizen, and is now The Agave Ambassador for Bacardi! Dario finally…
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Chartreuse In The Blood, Wine On The Brain | Kristi De Vita | Pouring Stories Ep.16
Kristi De Vita joins us on Pouring Stories, to share her family's French connection to Chartreuse, adding needed context to her hidden tattoo reveal during the podcast. Kristi goes on to talk about leaving Boulder City for a new life in New York City, gaining the attitude she needed to navigate…
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Building Bars, Teaching Students, & Crafting A Liquid Legacy | Livio Lauro | Pouring Stories Ep 15
Author, Educator, & Designer Of The EuroBar | Livio Lauro | Pouring Stories | Episode 15 Join me and my long-time friend & mentor Livio Lauro as we dive into the world of bartending on Pouring Stories 15th episode. We explore the creation of the EuroBar, the art of classic cocktails like the...
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Herbs, Rye, & Hospitality | Clint "Spotty" Spotleson | Pouring Stories Ep 14
Hospitality is more than a job. It’s the time invested into your patron, guest, or even coworkers and staff. Get insight from one of the best to ever do it all in Vegas. Spotty made a name for himself at incredible bars in Las Vegas & Arizona. Especially at the world famous Herbs & Rye. He gives…
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Partner & Operator of Stray Pirate in Las Vegas | Chris "Tater" Gutierrez | Pouring Stories Ep 13
Join us for Episode 13 of Pouring Stories as Christopher “Tater” Gutierrez, Partner & Operator of Stray Pirate in Las Vegas’ vibrant Arts District, takes us on a nostalgic journey! From the golden era of flair bartending to the 2000s cocktail renaissance, Tater shares stories of opening a...
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Dry-Aged Steaks, Losing Carnevino, & Her New Pop-Up | Chef Nicole Brisson | Pouring Stories Ep 11
Join us for an unfiltered chat with Chef Nicole Brisson, a Las Vegas culinary legend! From her training in Italy to the heartbreak of losing Carnevino, Nicole dives deep into dry-aging steaks, chef life, and her innovative Italian-Japanese pop-up. We also sip on Campari Americanos, muse about...
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Esther’s Kitchen Beverage Director | Tucker St. John | Pouring Stories Episode 10
Join us for an engaging episode of "Pouring Stories" as we welcome Tucker St. John, the Director of Beverage at Esther’s Kitchen in Las Vegas, NV. This episode dives into his innovative ideas, philosophical insights, and insider knowledge about the world of mixology and hospitality, offering a...
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Honesty & Hard Truths | Adam O'Donnell | Pouring Stories Episode 9
Adam O’Donnell, the mastermind behind Jive Turkey in Las Vegas, spills the tea on the wild, unexpected chaos of opening your first bar. He’s dropping truth bombs about why bartending shouldn’t be some snooty, pretentious gig—and then cranks it up a notch with the iciest, most gangster "Icing"...
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The Smoking Section | Michael Przydzial | Pouring Stories Ep 8
Master Mixologist and Host of Master Your Ash Michael Przydzial explains pairing beverages and spirits with Cigars, the arduous journey he took to earn his Master Of Mixology accreditation, and being brand representative in Las Vegas! 00:00 Pouring Stories The Smoking section 5:30 Humidity in...
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Hospitality Careers, Bar Knowledge & Developing your Style | ADAM GILES | Pouring Stories Episode 7
High-volume craft bartender Adam Giles lays out the many different career options in beverage and what goes along with those choices, while also sharing interesting beverage knowledge and fun moments.
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Opening Successful Concepts & Venues in Las Vegas | Van-Alan Nguyen | Pouring Stories Episode 6
Van-Alan Nguyen Owner of 595 Craft & Kitchen, District Deli & Coffee, as well as Partner with Able Baker Brewery, describes his journey opening several different concepts in Las Vegas, Nevada. Insights into the lessons learned, methods used, and how to get results! 00:00 Van on Opening 595 Craft…
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The Sand Dollar Co-Owner & Purveyor of Revelry | Anthony Jamison | Pouring Stories Episode 5
Anthony Jamison Co-Owners of one of Las Vegas' most iconic bars, The Sand Dollar, lays out how it all came to be. From the pitfalls to becoming an industry haven and opening new concepts! 00:00 Anthony Jamison Pouring Stories ep 5 01:15 The Sand Dollar origin story 04:50 Jamison’s looks out 10:07...
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CLASSIC COCKTAILS, DISTILLED SPIRITS & BEING "THE" BRAND AMBASSADOR | RYAN MCGINNIS | POURING STORIES EP 3
Join Giambrone, the host and bartender for Pouring Stories as he makes drinks and interviews Brand Ambassador Ryan McGuinness. They speak to the life of a brand work, the history of many of the timeless classics cocktails and the spirits behind them. Of course there's always a few anecdotes from...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Pouring Stories is a Hospitality Podcast produced at the host Giambrone's home bar. The aim of our show it to give a sincere look inside the business of hospitality and entertainment. Set in Las Vegas and featuring rotating guests, who share their own personal experiences with hospitality or their contributions to their craft.Serious and unserious topics alike for the home bar enthusiast, all the way to seasoned professionals and resort operators. There will be spirits experts, Vegas Performers, and many more.
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Michael Giambrone
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Pouring Stories is a Hospitality Podcast produced at the host Giambrone's home bar. The aim of our show it to give a sincere look inside the business of hospitality and entertainment. Set in Las Vegas and featuring rotating guests, who share their own personal experiences with hospitality or their...
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