Passing The Bar: The Podcast!

Passing The Bar: The Podcast!

Passing The Bar Podcast is a podcast created by bartenders for bartenders… and honestly everyone in between! We speak on the ups, the downs and the social issues that we face in the industry from an inside perspective.

Episodes

S2Ep5. A Mental Health Check with Sunrise Counseling

September 15, 2021 • 89 mins
Mental health is something that we need to talk about more. With recent tragedies in our community we felt moved to make a series surrounding just this very topic. We have an opportunity to hear from Katie of Sunrise Counseling and Psychological Services, Brandon Liburd (DJ Be Eezy), Evan and myself on the personal journeys that brought us to this point. I appreciate the space to speak to you freely about some situations that I've ...
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S2Ep4. Always Bet On The Underdog w/ Evan Vang!

September 3, 2021 • 88 mins
Well ladies and gentlemen, grab those oh shit handles, strap in and prepare for an episode from us like you've never experienced! It's time to take the "governor off", get down to the raw truth and unmask some SERIOUS social issues in our community.

This week we have an opportunity to hear two amazing underdog stories about personal mental health journeys and perseverance through all odds. Evan Vang, Regional Manager for Boil Bay a...
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S2Ep3 - Standing Up For Kids w/ Nicole!

January 20, 2021 • 67 mins
Welcome back guys! This week we are in the studio with Nicole, the Co-Executive Director for Stand Up for Kids - Hampton Roads! In this episode we catch up about some of the difficulties that they've been having through this pandemic and also different plans of action that have helped them succeed at helping our local at risk youth. If you guys remember, we did a coat drive last January before the pandemic hit we were able to raise...
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S2Ep2 - No Karen w/ Justin Snyder!

January 11, 2021 • 73 mins
During this episode we touch base with first season's guest Justin Snyder for updates! We cover the pandemic and some of the hardships of still slinging from the front lines!
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S2Ep1 - We're Back!

December 2, 2020 • 50 mins
We understand, this pandemic has been a complete shit show. We figured it would be a perfect time to interject some comedy in your week to week! We're so happy to be back! Join us for Season 2 starting right now!
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Ep28. The State of the "Service" Industry

April 13, 2020 • 63 mins
It’s been wayyy too long so we made a special trip back to the studio for a episode that’s near and dear to our hearts! It’s our #stateoftheindustry sit down to cover some of the issues that we’ve all been dealing with and a little light comedy to help move your spirits right along.
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Ep27. Good Beer No Shit - Flying Dog Brewery!

January 17, 2020 • 58 mins
Tune into the season finale with Jason King rep for Flying Dog Brewery out of Frederick, MD! We reminisce a bit over the season and talk about some exciting things happening in the realm of flying dog and also our NEXT season! From the whole Passing The Bar team, thank you so much for listening to us! We're pumped to be back in a couple of months for SEASON 2!
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Ep26. Women In Beer!

January 16, 2020 • 58 mins
Have you ever thought about what it would be like to be a female beer rep? What are some of the challenges national brands face in the competitive local craft markets? We take a dive into the day to day life of Autumn a rep for Founders Brewing Company in this episode! Crack a cold one and join us for a couple of laughs and a damn good time!
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Ep25. Run Barry Run!

December 17, 2019 • 58 mins
Barry Clark sits and drops some heat on us this week! From DJing to building up a community, when you hear Barry Clarks name it's associated with some of the best and humble energy out there! He's the founder of the North End Run Club that meets ever Tuesday around Virginia Beach asking its members to just "show up" and run! Sit back and enjoy this episode with us!
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Ep24. A Proper Laugh With O'Connor Brewing Company!

December 10, 2019 • 80 mins
Kevin O'Connor knew from his youth knew he wanted to brew beer, this week we sit down with Kevin the owner of the O'Connor Brewing Company and sales manager Liz Poplawsky to share some proper laughs, Proper Lagers and an all around good time!
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Ep23. Two Hands Are Better Than One!

December 3, 2019 • 52 mins
We've all in on this episode with our guests Two Hand Touch! Dive into this fun episode as we touch on the in's and out's for a duo band!
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Ep22. The Gospel of Rock And Roll With Bennett Wales!

November 26, 2019 • 81 mins
One of the country's rising rock and roll stars, Bennett Wales drops in with us this week for our first musician of the season! Sit back and enjoy this episode covering his and his band's paths from playing in dive bars to opening up for some huge bands!
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Ep21. Chad NOT From Ohio!

November 19, 2019 • 62 mins
In this episode we speak to Chad Burns about the common similarities between restaurants, some of the difficulties surrounding openings and drink our fair share of Makers Mark and Joto Sakes! Strap in because this episode is sure to entertain you and potentially make you spit that drink your sipping currently all over your car!
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Ep20. Started From The Bottom! Crafting a Path with Henry Giese!

November 12, 2019 • 63 mins
In this informational episode we're with Henry Giese as he talk about starting from the bottom, what it means to be a bartender, what all you learn and how to apply it into your own business!
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Ep19. The Rise of the CLAW! Into the WHITE with Bobby Earley!

October 24, 2019 • 62 mins
This episode is powered by WHITE CLAW! We sit down with Bobby Earley the Senior Field Sales Manager for the hottest brand in all of the land right now, WHITE CLAW! Grab yourself a cold one and join us in this HILARIOUS and eye opening episode! Thanks to our sponsors White Claw and Stratas Media Group
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Ep18. Chick's Dig It!

October 8, 2019 • 73 mins
We finally got some well needed estrogen back in the studio this week! Ashley and Brittany from Chick's Oyster Bar really BRING THE HEAT on this episode! Grab a cold one and strap in because this X-Rated episode is sure to make you feel all warm inside!
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Ep17. YO, crudo nudo!

October 4, 2019 • 58 mins
This week we spoke to Tyler Woodard of crudo nudo! We speak on his passion of the trade, what drives him, what tapas are and some juicy new happenings around the recording studio!
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Ep16. Not Just A Doorman, Doorman!

September 26, 2019 • 58 mins
This week we're joined by Daryl Fischer, expert bar security guard! We speak on some pretty hilarious but informational stories about dealing with unruly guest! Join us in support of #vbstrongcoasttocoast and Daryl's walking trek across America from California back to Virginia Beach in under 60 days to raise $500,000 for the families of the tragedy.
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Ep15. Entertaining Like A Boss With Dennis Ferrigno

September 16, 2019 • 53 mins
WE'RE BACK! This week we're back with a true industry entrepreneur, Dennis Ferrigno the CEO of Executive Beverage! Exec Bev is the industry leader in private event bartending services. Sit down with us and tune in to this uplifting episode full of laughs, event planning tips and real life situations!
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Ep14. Certified Beer Buyer, Cicerone: Austin Taylor

August 27, 2019 • 71 mins
We're talking beer again! This week with Cicerone Austin Taylor we cover the in's and out's of beer buying! Hailing from Grain, the #1 bar in Norfolk located at the beautiful Norfolk Hilton Main! Sit down and have a sip with us in the hilarious and informational episode!
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