The People's Proof
Welcome to The People's Proof where we believe the true proof of any spirit are the people who enjoy it. My name's Michael Walker and when I was in law school, back in 2002, I bought a bottle of Pappy van Winkle, 20 year bourbon for $85 at the Liquor Barn. And it was all over the shelf because pretty much people just enjoyed Maker's Mark and Woodford Reserve, where I grew up in, whereas in school and my, how things have changed. It's a whole new industry worth billions, and it's brought millions of people into this wonderful hobby and community that I love and enjoy. Anytime you take a drink of bourbon, you're really taking a drink of history that sat in the barrel for years. But there's more to it than that. It's the grain that made the spirit. It's the wood that made the barrel. It's the farmer and the land and this nation. I hope you'll come along for this journey, because I want to do something different than your typical bourbon podcast. We're going to do happy hour conversations. We'll have people on Zoom Happy Hours. Heck if you subscribe and join, you'll be able to join in on the fun. So I hope you'll join me, and let's raise a glass...together.
Episodes
In light of some recent HR changes on another pod, Shimmy's crazy busy schedule, and Irish Barry seeking out the best Gin Mickey at Disneyworld, only the Professor and Joe show Joe Turner talks with the Professor about golfing, life, and whether you take bourbon out on the links. The Professor confesses his low tolerance for seltzer's. And since its summertime, the Professor brings the Man O' War cocktail while Joe brings the Suf...
Before bourbon was a thing, the original Proofers were heatin' up the copper and making their own shine to share and love. The Professor brings in an "alleged" bottle of illegal applie pie shine for Shimmy, Joe, Irish Barry, Detective Andy to enjoy while talking about the history of moonshining and today's attempts at legit "White Lightning." Next, the guys get into another corn whiskey that has a following...of lovers or haters: ...
We stand by our motto when we say the true proof of spirits are the people who enjoy them, even if they are Seltzers. While there may be No Law with the Claw, the Professor, Shimmy, Joe Turner, Irish Barry White try to figure out whether there's any respect in them either. From the latest carb-conscious crazes such as High Noon and White Claw, to the sugar-laden fruity goodness of Smooj, the guys try out some varieties, get into t...
Do you want your party to have the coolest cocktails, but you don't have the time or your mixing skills run the risk of food poisoning? The Professor, Detective Andy, and Shimmy interview Kenzie, bartender extraordinaire and owner of the Bar Hopper - a mobile bartending service bringing carefully-curated cocktails for any event. From her humble beginnings learning the bar trade at a dive bar in Minneapolis to bringing an awesome v...
The Professor and Shimmy join Jeffrey Mueller and WhisKY of The Scotchy Bourbon Boys for their first cross-pod episode! The guys sit down with Bryan Avery of Horse Soldier Bourbon Whiskey. Plus, they get the honor to sit down with a real American hero, retired Army Sergeant Major, Green Beret, and CIA paramilitary officer and executive Alex Hernandez. Bryan tells us about the production and varieties of Horse Soldier & the history...
Just in time to make your best mint julep for the Kentucky Derby, "Director" Joe Turner makes some of his carefully-curated mint juleps started from his days in Louisville. Irish Barry is pissed that Joe gave him trough juleps at old Derby parties. The Boss himself - Brian Howie - joins for the first segment. The guys ask the Professor - who's also a Kentucky Colonel - on how to be one. The Professor calls the first ever Tater ...
The Professor, Irish Barry White, Detective Andy Gordon, and Shimmy talk margaritas, mojitos, michaledas and all things Cinco de Mayo. The guys try Western Reserve Distillers new organic anejo with the guidance of Assistant Distiller Vick Moberg. And it a great surprise the hosts of Check Your Vertical, Scott and Mandie Verlinger join the gang, who find out Scott is no scrub when it comes to mixology.
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Even though our RSVP got lost in the mail, TPP closes out PodPopuli Hudson's second Pod-A-Palooza at Comida in Hudson, Ohio! The Professor, Detective Andy Gordon, and Shimmy give out bottles to tater costume models and get real servers and bartenders to let it all out with therapy only the People's Proof can provide. To top it off, the gang brings on hosts of your other favorite PodPopuli podcasts!
The Professor, Mrs. Professor, Shimmy, Detective Andy Gordon and Irish Barry discuss Passover and Easter-friendly cocktails. Barry gets upset when his Peep-topped Gin Rickey gets a black jelly bean. Detective Andy questions his love of all bloody marys when he tries one with Arak liquor while everyone laughs their anise off. The Professor tries to convince everyone that Peeps soaked in Russell's Reserve taste like bread pudding,...
The Professor and the gang get into color commentary mode as the Tater Institute hosts the Inaugural National Tater Day Parade! Join them as they highlight the pageantry - from Lady Gaga's Baby Blanton Dress, the bands, dancers, floats, and of course....the Taters who try to ruin it all.
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We’re not a 100% sure, but we’re guessing that’s how cocktails came to be, and ultimately leading to National Cocktail Day, celebrated every March 24. This week, Detective Andy Gordon, Joe Turner, Shimmy, Irish Barry, and Scott Branstetter...
Irish whiskey is on the menu for St. Patrick’s Day as Shimmy breaks down Irish whiskey with the Professor, The Detective, and “Irish” Patrick Barry O’Hara. We learn the basics of what makes Irish Whiskey and we all agree it’s better without the “E.” Dave Goldstein pops in to try some lime green vodka and regrets it.
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The Proofers stand united with Ukraine's fight for freedom against the Russian Horde. State liquor authorities, private liquor stores, and consumers are clearing their shelves of Russian-made vodka or anything remoely associated with the Russian Federation. Some are even giving the Moscow Mule the same treatment. The Professor extols the values of Ukranian honey pepper vodka while discussing The Detective, Shimmy, Joe & Karen Turne...
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This week, the guys explore the virtue and benefits of mini bottles. From ease of travel, to a cheaper way of trying a spirit for the first time, the guys discuss the virtues of mini bottles of spirits.
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With The Professor on lockdown due to orders, and The Detective filming another movie, the show was left to Shimmy. Adrienne steps in for Andy, and we have former celebrity bartender Joe Turner on, as we discuss how to not be a terrible customer. We share our thoughts on how difficult the job is, run down a list of drinks bartenders hate making, while having a few shots.
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Proofers come from all walks of life, and celebrate all kinds of traditions. In this episode, Lee Turner of After Hours Cinema and the Professor crack open a bottle of xx baiju 1 and a mini Johnnie Walker Blue Label while the gang tries some fun CNY cocktails back home in Hudson. Gong Ha Fat Choy!
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