Cocktails with Dimples & The Beard

<p><strong>Cocktails with Dimples and The Beard</strong> is where comedy, cocktails, and complete chaos come together — with zero filter and even less shame.</p><p>Hosted by two best friends with mics and no adult supervision, this podcast dives into off-the-cuff conversations with comedians, actors, musicians, and creators from all corners of the entertainment world. Whether it's hilarious hypotheticals, behind-the-scenes stories, or wildly inappropriate tangents, Dimples and The Beard keep it loose, loud, and just the right amount of unhinged.</p><p>No scripts. No rules. Just two guys, a couple drinks, and a whole lot of WTF.</p><p><strong>New episodes drop weekly. Come for the guests, stay for the beautiful disaster.</strong></p>

Ep. 61 - Conversation w/ musician Nicholas Raymond

Hey, fellow lushes! You are in for a treat with this episode. Uber-talented musician and our friend, Nicholas Raymond, joined us to shoot the shit and play some of his music. We were also joined by his beautiful wife Ciara. We had a lot of fun and we hope you do, too. Enjoy! Check Nicholas out -  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/creature_creative87/ His website: https://nicholasraymond.bandcamp.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nicholasraymondmusic Check us out - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbo2frUM03BMQ5zf6qbQvww Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dimplesandthebeard/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CocktailswithDimplesandTheBeard Twitter: https://twitter.com/dimplesthebeard Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cocktailsdimplesthebeard Thanks for watching! Please subscribe to our channel. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/cocktails-with-dimples-and-the-beard/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

04-18
01:25:36

Ep. 40 - Hotter Ones

Hey, fellow lushes! We came up with a great idea for the podcast - eat incredibly hot wings while answering embarrassing questions. Genius, right?! Fine... we ripped off the awesome internet series Hot Ones! Don't tell Sean Evans. Actually, please do! Watch the podcast on our YouTube channel - Cocktails with Dimples and The Beard. Also, check us out @dimplesandthebeard on Instagram and Cocktails with Dimples and The Beard on Facebook. Thanks for listening! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/cocktails-with-dimples-and-the-beard/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

11-22
01:37:03

Episode 250 Got Out of Hand IMMEDIATELY

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: cwdatb@gmail.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/cocktails-with-dimples-and-the-beard/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

11-24
01:18:04

Craziest Episode Yet… and 250 Might Be Worse ~ Dimples & The Beard | Ep. 249

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: cwdatb@gmail.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/cocktails-with-dimples-and-the-beard/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

11-17
47:27

The Man Who Turned Van Life Into a Horror Movie ~ COW Director Carlos Tkacz | Ep. 248

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: cwdatb@gmail.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/cocktails-with-dimples-and-the-beard/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

11-10
01:15:57

Anne Flagg of Final Girlz on Comedy, Chaos & Roastlemania | Ep. 247

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: cwdatb@gmail.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/cocktails-with-dimples-and-the-beard/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

11-03
01:21:38

Most Guests Bring Stories… Comedian Peter Angelo Brought Wrestling Scars 💀 | Ep. 246

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: cwdatb@gmail.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/cocktails-with-dimples-and-the-beard/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

10-27
01:24:26

When Hollywood Gets Weird, She Laughs Louder ~ Elizabeth De Razzo | Ep. 245

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: cwdatb@gmail.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/cocktails-with-dimples-and-the-beard/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

10-20
01:33:48

He Wrote to Dave Matthews in 8th Grade — Then They Played The Gorge ~ Jake Renick Simpson | Ep. 244

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: cwdatb@gmail.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/cocktails-with-dimples-and-the-beard/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

10-13
01:19:18

Face of Hate: Inside Steffen Hou’s Most Dangerous Interview | Ep. 243

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: cwdatb@gmail.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/cocktails-with-dimples-and-the-beard/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

10-06
01:40:02

We ❤️ Sprinkles! ~ Genevieve Heyward | Ep. 242

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: cwdatb@gmail.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/cocktails-with-dimples-and-the-beard/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

09-29
01:03:11

Raised Holy, Raising Hell ~ Michael Morgan | Ep. 241

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: cwdatb@gmail.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/cocktails-with-dimples-and-the-beard/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

09-22
01:05:03

Straight Outta Cuba ~ Lisset Diaz from Sweet Lizzy Project | Ep. 240

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: cwdatb@gmail.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/cocktails-with-dimples-and-the-beard/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

09-15
01:08:12

Opening the Gateways to Annihilation ~ Jarret Keene | Ep. 239

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: cwdatb@gmail.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/cocktails-with-dimples-and-the-beard/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

09-08
01:33:39

Eli Roth Killed Me TWICE! ~ Jenna Warren | Ep. 238

Hey, fellow lushes! Jenna Warren stops by to talk about being “killed twice by Eli Roth” — once in his Trick VR Treat project and again in Thanksgiving, where her infamous corn skewer death became the movie’s most talked-about kill. She shares how Eli added the corn holders in reshoots, what it was like acting the scene in reverse, and how her family reacted (her grandparents cheered, her mom covered her eyes). We also get stories of meeting Patrick Dempsey, set pranks that tapped into her real fear of clowns, and the unforgettable moment she was annihilated by a seagull at a horror con.Beyond horror, Jenna opens up about landing My Little Pony at age 10, the craft of voice acting, and the wild energy of Brony conventions. She reflects on her start in The Next Step, why she wouldn’t trade her kill scene for being the “final girl,” and what’s next now that she’s living her dream in LA. Chainsaws, jazz hands, bird shit, and McDreamy — this episode has it all.Like, comment, and subscribe — or we’re coming for you with corn holders. 🌽🔪Check out Jenna -Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenna_warrenBig 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: cwdatb@gmail.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/cocktails-with-dimples-and-the-beard/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

09-01
01:03:09

To You, New Friend ~ Stephen Kellogg | Ep. 237

Hey fellow lushes! This week we’re joined by musician, songwriter, and now stand-up comedian Stephen Kellogg. Fresh off the release of his new comedy special Maybe This Will Work and his latest album To You, Old Friend, Stephen sits down with us to talk about his journey from 3,000 concerts to comedy clubs, and why he’s more inspired than ever to keep creating.We dig into his time at Mile of Music, his friendship with Adam Duritz and the Counting Crows, and the unforgettable moment of sharing the stage with his daughters in front of thousands of fans. Stephen also opens up about the challenges of balancing art with family life, adapting to a changing music industry, and finding new ways to connect with audiences.It’s a heartfelt, funny, and inspiring conversation with an artist who’s still chasing big dreams — and reminding us all why you never give up.If you loved this chat, smash that like button, drop us a comment, and subscribe — it helps us keep bringing amazing guests like Stephen into the tavern. 🍻Check out Stephen -Website: https://www.stephenkellogg.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephen_kelloggBig thanks to the sponsors for this episode - Ooga Brewing Co.Website: https://www.oogabrewing.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/oogabrewingCheck 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: cwdatb@gmail.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/cocktails-with-dimples-and-the-beard/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

08-25
01:01:47

I'm Easy To Trick ~ Molly MaGee | Ep. 236

Hey, fellow lushes! This week we sit down with comedian Molly Magee — who wowed the Kill Tony panel with her sharp comedy and unhinged conspiracy ballad about Forrest Whitaker and the unsolved murder of Biggie Smalls. But her real-life stories are somehow even wilder. Molly opens up about living with amnesia after a traumatic head injury, marrying a con man who blew $25K on cam girls, and getting blacklisted from a comedy club for reading intros off a note card — all because she’s disabled and honest about it.And then we get the full story of the now-infamous Denny’s brawl: flying hashbrowns, spilled Trulys, and a triangle choke that almost landed. We talk Texas dance floor masculinity, date night betrayals, gamer motion sickness, Stockton fight culture, and why helping in a fight might get you bit. If you’ve ever wanted to hear what happens when comedy, trauma, and total chaos collide — this one’s for you. Being easy to trick doesn’t mean you’re easy to beat.Like, comment, and subscribe — or we’re reenacting the Denny’s fight in your living room.Check out Molly -Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/msmollymageeCheck out the sponsors for this episode -Audio Read: https://audioread.com/Check 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: cwdatb@gmail.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/cocktails-with-dimples-and-the-beard/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

08-18
01:48:03

The Stepmom That Killed Tony ~ Donna Lee | Ep. 235

Hey, fellow lushes! Who’s “America’s Stepmom”… and how did she kill Tony? It starts with a 12-year break from stand-up, explodes on the Kill Tony stage, and ends in a rain-soaked Sixth Street alley with a Secret Show invite in her pocket. Donna Lee delivered her minute, then rolled straight into the interview portion — where the panel immediately jumped into anatomy talk before she steered the conversation toward her comeback story and won the crowd over.Her road back has been anything but quiet. We get the full story — how she went from Search for the Funniest Mom in America finalist to opening for Leanne Morgan, why her mom walked out mid-casino gig to gamble, and how a single saxophone solo (Careless Whisper, of course) made her the coolest kid in her high school for exactly one day. We also dig into her clean(ish) style, the Austin comedy scene’s wild support system, and the urology podcast tales that will make every guy cross his legs. And yes… the merch: “Dick Day” or “Nope” — pick your side.Donna didn’t just come back to comedy. She came back with a story that mixes manifesting crystals, Sixth Street chaos, and medical horror in equal parts — and she’s only getting started.Laugh, cringe, or just stare in disbelief? Smash LIKE, hit SUBSCRIBE, and pour yourself a double — you’re gonna need it.Check out Donna -Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/donnaleecomedyWebsite: https://donnaleecomedy.com/Check out the sponsors for this episode -Speak Language Center: https://www.speaklanguagecenter.com/Audio Read: https://audioread.com/Check 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: cwdatb@gmail.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/cocktails-with-dimples-and-the-beard/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

08-11
01:08:16

The Cougar That Killed Tony ~ Kimberly Koester | Ep. 234

Hey, fellow lushes! She moved to Austin, signed up for Kill Tony, and dropped a menopause mic drop that had Tony Hinchcliffe reeling — meet Kimberly Koester, the cougar who came to kill. In this episode, Kimberly takes us through her journey from Iowa farm girl to stand-up comic, starting comedy at 50, ghost-hunting with karaoke weirdos, and surviving cockroaches, Facebook cowboys, and hecklers with no HOA awareness.We talk about comedy as a second act, the chaos of being funny and hot, the struggle of writing tight sets in shitty notebooks, and how yodeling might be the most underrated skill on a first date. Oh — and if your DMs say you'd "empty your bank account to see her topless"? She’s seen it. And she’s not impressed.👉 Like, comment, and subscribe — or the ghost in Kimberly’s haunted apartment is coming for your elbows next.Check out Kimberly -Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimberlykismetLinktree: https://linktr.ee/kimberlykoesterCheck 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: cwdatb@gmail.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/cocktails-with-dimples-and-the-beard/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

08-04
54:34

More Than a Festival ~ Rock'n Corn Festival Team | Ep. 233

Hey, fellow lushes! We’re back with the incredible team behind the Rock’n Corn Festival — a free, all-ages event that’s become one of Wisconsin’s best summer traditions. This festival has everything: live music, a cornhole tournament with real cash prizes, a wild frozen T-shirt contest, snakes and alpacas for the kids, delicious food trucks, and yes… corn so good people drive back for seconds.But beyond the fun is a powerful mission. The festival is run by the TBI Fight for Life Team, and every dollar raised goes to support families impacted by traumatic brain injuries. Born out of a personal story, this team has built something truly special — a community celebration with heart, purpose, and a whole lot of laughs.It’s more than a festival. Whether you’re there to toss bags, dance to live bands, or just eat your weight in buttered corn, this episode will show you why Rock’n Corn is about more than just the party. It’s about people helping people — and having a great time doing it.👍 Like the vibe? Drop us a comment, hit that thumbs up, and subscribe so you never miss the chaos, the community, and the cocktails.Check out Rock'n Corn Festival -Website: https://www.rockncornfestival.com/Check out the TBI Fight for Life teanm -Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TBIfightforlife/Check 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: cwdatb@gmail.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/cocktails-with-dimples-and-the-beard/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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