Bar Talking Talking Bar
Podcast sharing stories of Bartenders, Brands & Ambassadors, Hospitality Pros & Cocktail Lovers in NYC
Episodes
This is the episode we've been waiting to release. Two of the most respected names in NYC's bar industry, in ONE room, sharing decades of hard-earned wisdom. This is PART 1 of a special two-part conversation you don't want to miss.
Tom Richter has spent years shaping the liquor industry from the inside out. He worked hand-in-hand with the legendary Sasha Petraske as part of the opening bar staff at The John D...
Some people wait for opportunity. Others chase it down, get ignored, and keep showing up anyway. Rob Nieves is the second kind.
In this episode of Bar Talking Talking Bar, we sit down with Rob Nieves — Senior Market Manager for Ten to One Rum, Co-Founder of Hello Hello Bar & Cafe, and Co-Founder of 11th Hour Coffee Liqueur. But his story didn't start behind a bar. It started with a phone retail job,...
What happens when punk-rock rebellion meets hospitality passion? You get Stephen Kurpinsky — visual storyteller, content creator, and founder of As Is Productions.
In this episode of Bar Talking Talking Bar, we sit down with Stephen to unpack an incredible journey that started at the bottom — literally. Stephen began his career as a dishwasher, just trying to figure out life outside the traditiona...
🎉 We're turning ONE! 🎉 In this special ANNIVERSARY EPISODE the tables turn as Edgar Hernandez and Nury Robles, the CO-FOUNDERS, HOSTS, and PRODUCERS of Bar Talking Talking Bar, step into the spotlight to celebrate an incredible first year of STORYTELLING, COCKTAILS, and COMMUNITY within the HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY.
Edgar Hernandez is a prominent New York-based head bartender with over two decades of experience...
What happens when a master sound engineer and music producer trades the studio for the spirits world? You get the NY Cocktail Expo—and its visionary founder, Matthew Kourie.
In this special episode of Bar Talking Talking Bar, we sit down with Matt Kourie, co-founder of the New York Best Wings Festival Championships and the NY Cocktail Expo, the largest cocktail and spirits exhibition in eastern New York...
What does it take to go from rolling silverware to becoming one of NYC's most respected bartenders? In this episode of Bar Talking Talking Bar, we sit down with Steven Ferreira, aka Kiwi, a Queens-born bartender whose journey through the hospitality industry is nothing short of inspiring.
Steven started in 2009 as a silverware roller at Boulder Creek Steakhouse while studying child development. From working a...
What happens when a criminal justice student trades textbooks for cocktail shakers?
Meet Rudy Manzur—Dominican-born, NYC-made, and the owner-operator of Aftermath, a beloved neighborhood bar in Ridgewood, NY.
Rudy's path wasn't linear. He came to New York to study at John Jay College of Criminal Justice, worked retail in the hat industry for Disney, traveled the country for events (including a Su...
In this episode of Bar Talking Talking Bar we sit down with NATASHA ARCE, BAR MANAGER at SOMEDAY BAR in BROOKLYN, to talk about the journey from being a vet technician to becoming a NYC's LEAD BARTENDER—and the MENTAL HEALTH breakthrough that made it all possible.
Born in Philadelphia (and a die-hard Eagles fan 🦅), Natasha grew up watching her mom work behind the bar. Hospitality was always in her bloo...
What happens when you combine elite dining hospitality with unapologetic queer joy? You get the revolutionary world of Michael Aredes.
In this episode of Bar Talking Talking Bar, we sit down with Michael Aredes (@MICHAEL.TR4VIESO), the creative visionary behind the legendary queer Latinx pop-up Noche Traviesa (@n0che.tr4viesa.jaja) and his anticipated new venue, Dumb-Dumb.
Raised in California with pr...
What does it take to survive in New York City when you have nothing but a dream? This is the unflinching story of Elaine Romero.
Born in Brooklyn but raised in Puebla, Mexico, Elaine returned to NYC at 18, alone, to pursue an education. Instead, she was without support, leading to three years in a shelter. This is a story that begins not behind a bar, but with a fight for survival.
In this episode of Bar Talki...
How does a military become one of New York City's most accomplished bartenders, working at three of North America's 50 Best Bars at the same time? This is the unfiltered story of Niel Flores.
In this powerful episode of Bar Talking Talking Bar, we uncover the incredible journey of a New Jersey native with Salvadorian roots who forged one of the most unique paths in the hospitality industry. Neil shares his ex...
What does it take to leave your home behind and build a name for yourself in the most competitive hospitality city in the world? In this episode of Bar Talking Talking Bar, we uncover the incredible personal story of Sam Willy, a man whose journey is as finely crafted as his cocktails.
We start in Switzerland and travel with Sam across the globe—from the vibrant scenes of South Africa and London to the ...
In this episode of BAR TALKING TALKING BAR, we sit down with Erin Gabriella Birmingham, the multi-talented General Manager and Beverage Director of Thyme Bar, one of NYC's speakeasies.
Join us as we explore Erin's incredible journey from an art-focused upbringing in Ohio to becoming a recognized leader in the New York hospitality scene. Discover how her background in Fashion & Textile Technology and Studi...
Welcome back to Bar Talking Talking Bar! In this episode, we sit down with Alejandro Olivas-Castillo—Brand Lead at Edrington (producers of The Macallan & more)—to dive into the world of hospitality sales, brand ambassadorship, and community storytelling through photography.
You will learn about Alejandro’s journey from Chihuahua to Kansas City—and how Criminal Justice, Sociology and a ...
Gerardo Bustamante — born in Mexico City, raised in Harlem, and shaped by summers in Miahuatlán, Oaxaca where his family produces mezcal.
In this episode of Bar Talking Talking Bar, Gerardo, or "G" as many know him ins this industry, opens up about identity, belonging, and how an Xbox and a packed schedule at home pushed him into hospitality. From washing dishes at 16 to mastering speed and volume be...
Ryan Foley, publisher of BARTENDER® Magazine, joins Bar Talking Talking Bar for a deeply personal episode about legacy, hospitality, and the duty of carrying a family brand forward. Hear Ryan reflect on childhood memories as the son of Ray Foley (creator of the magazine and author of Bartending for Dummies) and Jaclyn Wilson Foley (publisher, editor, and co-founder). From early NYC cocktail culture to modern industr...
What drives a kid from Bushwick who just wanted the latest kicks and a way to help his mom? For Felix Martin, that hustle became the foundation for an incredible career in hospitality.
This week, we sit down with Felix, the Brand Ambassador for the legendary Ron del Barrilito, for a story that’s all heart. He shares how his journey began with a simple desire to provide, his deep love for his brother, an...
In this episode, we sit down with Peter Markelson (@petergasm), the visionary Beverage Director and Partner behind the unique tattoo and cocktail parlor, Drink33. Join us as we explore Peter's journey through iconic venues like Employees Only and the Experimental Cocktail Club. Peter shares his philosophy on hospitality: it's not about being the best bartender or the most creative; it's about being the most kind and...
Could your favorite bowl of ramen become your new favorite cocktail? In this episode, we sit down with the mind behind the innovative cocktail trends: Jae Bae, a New York-based recipe developer and content creator.
Driven by pure curiosity, Jae has captivated audiences by turning beloved soups and comfort foods into stunning cocktails. But behind the viral ramen cocktails is a deep and profound respect for the ...
We sit down with the remarkable Meaghan Dorman, a trailblazer in the NYC bar scene. Meaghan, the Bar Director & Partner at Raines Law Room & Dear Irving, shares her personal story of rising through the industry, from the moment she fell in love with hospitality to becoming a key architect of some of the world's most respected cocktail bars. We dive deep into her philosophy on leadership, mentorship, and what...
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