A Few Beers With...

James Schrader is a standup comedian who has performed across the country. He is also the face of Dr. Squatch soaps.Over a few beers at Societe Brewing in Miramar, James sits down with host Pat Shanley to share stories of performing at Joe Rogan’s Motership Comedy Club, the struggles of making it in comedy and why hot chicks are the worst audience members.

Kris Warren is the co-founder of An’s Gelato which has been named best ice cream in America two years in a row by USA Today. Over a few beers with host Pat Shanley at La Dona in Ocean Beach, CA, Kris shared the inspiration for An’s unique storefront locations, all of which are quirky refurbished businesses, the gelato chain’s expansion aspirations and what really goes into making the best ice cream in the country.

Nicole Strickland is the founder/director of the San Diego Paranormal Research Society and a bestselling author, podcaster, and speaker. She is an expert on the Queen Mary’s history and has written numerous books about the ship’s storied legacy. She also routinely conducts paranormal research studies across California, with an emphasis on local San Diego “haunts” and hotspots such as the Star of India and Cosmopolitan Hotel. Over a few beers with host Pat Shanley at the legendary Aero Club Bar in Little Italy, Strickland discusses her career researching the paranormal and supernatural, the lustrous history of the Queen Mary and all those shadowy things that lurk at the murky edges of our subconscious.

The Frights are a rock band from Poway, CA, that have released six studio albums and toured around the world. Over a few beers with host Pat Shanley at The Hop Stop in their hometown of Poway, vocalist Mikey Carnevale and bassist Richard Dotson shared stories from their nearly 14 year history, that time they narrowly escaped a Final Destination-level disaster on the road and the surreal experience of being on Pauly Shore’s talk show.

Brian Malarkey is one of the most accomplished chefs and restaurateurs in America. Owner and operator of more than six restaurants, Chef Malarkey also runs his own production company and is the host of the Food Network’s Cutthroat Kitchen: Knives Out. He has competed on Guy’s Grocery Games, Chopped, Tournament of Champions, and Wildcard Kitchen. He also recently appeared in the new competition series 24 in 24: Last Chef Standing. Over a few beers with host Pat Shanley at his Little Italy restaurant Herb & Wood, Chef Malarkey discusses his childhood competing in rodeo competitions in Oregon, how he made the leap from running a kitchen to a restaurant empire and what really goes on behind the scenes of TV cooking competitions.

What did Stephen Sondheim REALLY think of Spamilton? 🎭 In this exclusive sit-down, Gerard Alessandrini (the legendary creator of Forbidden Broadway and Spamilton) shares the untold stories behind his greatest parodies and the surprising advice he received from the master of musical theater himself, Stephen Sondheim. If you’ve ever wondered how to satirize a masterpiece like Hamilton or what it’s like to have Lin-Manuel Miranda in your audience, this deep dive into the world of Broadway satire is for you. We discuss the "Sondheim seal of approval," the evolution of Forbidden Broadway, and the future of theater.

In this video, we sit down with the Head Brewer of Pure Project, Winslow Sawyer, to celebrate their 10th anniversary. From their humble beginnings at the Miramar location to becoming a staple of the San Diego craft beer scene, we cover the highs, the lows, and the lessons learned along the way.

Miles Doughty of Slightly Stoopid sits down at The Harp in Ocean Beach to reveal the raw, unfiltered history of one of reggae’s most iconic bands. From being signed by Bradley Nowell to surviving 30 years in the music industry, this is the ultimate deep dive into the Slightly Stoopid legacy.

I sat down with skateboarding legend Mike McGill at his Leucadia restaurant, Johnny Radz, to discuss his iconic career. As a founding member of the Bones Brigade, Mike changed skateboarding history forever by inventing the McTwist—the first-ever 540-degree aerial maneuver in vert skating. We dive deep into the 80s skate scene and the making of the most famous skateboarding movie of all time, The Search for Animal Chin, alongside Tony Hawk, Steve Caballero, and Rodney Mullen. From his Brooklyn roots and the McGill Bar to being name-dropped by the Beastie Boys, Mike shares stories of the skate community and his time with Powell-Peralta. We explore his transition from a pro skater on the vertical ramp to owning a successful pizza restaurant in Encinitas. Whether you love skate legends or San Diego culture, this interview is a masterclass in legacy.

I sat down with Joe Harper, the legendary CEO of the Del Mar Thoroughbred Club, to uncover the incredible Old Hollywood secrets he witnessed growing up as the grandson of iconic film director Cecil B. DeMille. In this candid interview, we explore the "parallel life" Joe spent alongside the world’s most famous celebrities and socialites at the Pamplemousse Grill and the historic Del Mar Racetrack. From being a child actor chased by a real panther on the set of the Oscar-winning movie The Greatest Show on Earth to playing a Hebrew slave in The Ten Commandments, Joe shares "unfiltered" stories of classic Hollywood. We dive deep into the history of horse racing, the celebrity marketing plan created by Bing Crosby and Bob Hope, and the "dangerous" reality of being a jockey or stunt rider. Whether you are interested in movie set secrets, San Diego history, or the "exclusive" lifestyle of the 1%, this conversation reveals the hidden truth behind California’s most iconic equestrian landmark and its Hollywood roots.