BarNinja Podcast - The Ultimate Bartending & Mixology Podcast

BarNinja Podcast - The Ultimate Bartending & Mixology Podcast

The bartending podcast for home and professional bartenders. We share best practices, tips, trends, tools, hacks, product reviews, and innovations in the bartending and mixology field.

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February 28, 2024 25 mins

Ever caught off-guard by the potency of a deceptively large wine glass? Join us as we navigate these comical predicaments and more with the wit and wisdom of the Bar Ninja crew. We’re raising a glass (and an eyebrow) to the comedic struggles that come with everyday decisions, celebrating the arrival of a new shaker that's flipped our cocktail game on its head, and dishing out details on the influential bartending mavens slated...

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Ever slept in a truck while your house is earning you Airbnb cash? Ryan has, and let me tell you, it's just one of the wild slices of life we're unpacking as we chat about the deeper side of hospitality with our special guest. This episode isn't just about pouring drinks; it's about pouring your soul into every connection—those five-minute friendships that bloom across the bar and the kind of service that turns ...

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Ever wondered how serving in the military and law enforcement might influence one's approach to restaurant ownership? The answer lies in the inspiring journey of Ryan Walters a former police officer turned successful business owner. Ryan, the owner of Drifter's restaurant, reflects on how his previous background honed his leadership skills for the hospitality industry. His unique story takes us from his beginnings as an a...

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Have you ever stepped into a bar that felt like stepping into another era? That's the charm of dive bars! We're all aboard the nostalgia train in this episode of the Bar Ninja Podcast with your favorites - Kayla Louge and Mike Garrison. On our journey, we're joined by Leslie, a dive bar expert who shares her unforgettable experiences from Dinos and Santas, two dive bars in Nashville. 

Find out why we believe...

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Ready to embark on a whimsical journey into the divisive world of brunch? Buckle up for a hilarious and insightful debate that will leave you either craving pancakes or swearing off Eggs Benedict forever. We're your hosts Bill, Kayla, and Mike, and in this episode, we're joined by special guest Leslie, who's not exactly a fan of the mid-morning meal. Will our passionate defense of mimosa-infused Sundays manage to cha...

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We are Back! New site is up! New products are out! New podcasts have been recorded! Check out barninja.com and subscribe to your favorite podcast player as well as our email newsletter. 

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April 17, 2023 5 mins

This is a quick fun episode about Bill and the bacon stretcher.  In other news, there are exciting things coming soon with BarNinja! Stay tuned in the next several weeks!

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We are back to it with Season 2 of the BarNinja Podcast! In this episode you learn about how bartending changes your life, instills confidence, while helping to bring out the best version of your personality. It also teaches you leadership and emotional intelligence through creating connections and dealing with personalities. 

Send this podcast to any of your friends or family that are thinking of getting into bartending. ...

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This episode ties in with our last episode, but in this episode we discuss when our facilitation of fun went way wrong i.e. bar flair mishaps, almost burning down the bar, sabering champagne etc. It is a light hearted funny episode from our past adventures. We do bring our earlier episodes into these situations to show how you can keep your calm, and the bars spirits high even when things go way wrong. By transferring calm and funn...

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This is a quick but super important episode. If you know any bartenders please send this episode to them. This is the difference from average bartenders and rockstars that have super loyal regulars and bars you can't get a seat at. Hope you enjoy. Please share our podcast with any bartenders you know! 

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This is probably the most important bar consulting podcast we will do. It is the reason some bars offer bad service and don't make money. It's also why some bartenders don't achieve their maximum revenue potential (for themselves and for the owner.) We also discuss big challenges as a bartender and why Blind Bill learned to become a good photographer. 

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In this episode we answer some listener questions with the Who, What, When, Why & How of the BarNinja Podcast. We also solve a mysterious Tequila disappearance. If you have any feedback for us, or what us to cover a topic, or answer a question email podcast@barninja.com 

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In this episode we take it back to the beginning! We talk about designing and prototyping our first product the BottleNinja, and how that product was the catalyst for founding BarNinja. We also discuss Yo Yo's and fidget spinners, but you will just have to listen in to find out how those work into the picture. 

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May 10, 2022 14 mins

In this episode we dive further into to how energy can turn into great long term relationships. This episode is applicable to anymore and everyone and has some great lessons on how to build a regular base of business for your establishment. 

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April 18, 2022 22 mins

This episode goes beyond the positive mental state you need as a great bartender and what to do with that energy. Great energy is the basic building block of creating an atmosphere where people want to stay and have fun. Good energy is good service. This holds whether its a professional bar or a home cocktail party. Mixology skills are hard skills which are easily trainable, but the soft skills that we are diving into in our first ...

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April 1, 2022 23 mins

In this episode we talk about the mental state in bartending and how to keep the focus on what's important behind the bar. We discuss how to handle stressful events behind the wood and in your personal life. 

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This Episode starts with a little Tequila talk but then gets to the meat and potatoes of bartending and what the most important elements of a successful bartender look like. This is a great episode for experienced bartenders and required listening for any new bartenders out there. Please share this episode with any of your friends and colleagues that work behind the wood. We also break down bartending to the basic elements to show ...

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March 7, 2022 20 mins

Welcome to the pilot episode of the BarNinja podcast. We kick off the podcast with thinking about technology, advancements and a possible world with no bartenders or robot bartenders, but the real goal of the podcast is a mission to share the best tips, tricks, trends, and secrets of bartending for professional and home bartenders as well as owner operators. Anyone who enjoys cocktails, beer, entertaining, or laughing will love han...

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