Whiskey Shenanigans Podcast
Nathan Burkhead of Bulleit on High-Tech Bourbon and Breaking Kentucky’s Whiskey Traditions
Whiskey Shenanigans’ Randy Warren interviews Nathan Burkhead, Bulleit’s maturation and warehousing manager at Diageo, about how Bulleit is revolutionizing bourbon production.
The Mystery Behind Burnt Church With Chris Crow
How did Burnt Church Distillery get it’s mysterious name? Whiskey Shenanigans’ Randy Warren interviews Chris Crow, president of Burnt Church, about crafting authentic South Carolina whiskey in Bluffton’s humid climate.
How Does Chris Chapanar of Whiskey Noobs Eliminate Bourbon Snobbery?
Whiskey Shenanigans’ Randy Warren talks with Chris Chapanar, creator of Whiskey Noobs, about how he built his Instagram following by making whiskey culture accessible for all. Hear how Chris’s “Better Than Blanton’s” blind tasting series challenged whiskey snobbery, why Bottled in Bond matters, and why he chose “Noobs.”
Drew Hannush of Whiskey Lore Debunks Bourbon Myths and Folklore
Drew Hannush of Whiskey Lore is a whiskey debunker. Learn about Drew’s approach to separating fact from fiction in whiskey folklore and why he champions overlooked micro-distilleries instead of tourist hotspots.
Challenging Bourbon Tradition: Devil River’s Goes High-Proof and Heat-Aged
Mike Cameron, founder of Devils River Distillery in San Antonio, Texas, had an unconventional journey from tractor dealer to bourbon innovator. In this episode of Whiskey Shenanigans, host Randy Warren speaks with Mike about the unique Devils River approach to whiskey-making, from proprietary yeast strains to heat-accelerated aging in metal buildings.
St. Augustine Distillery’s Mike Diaz on Making Whiskey Where Barrels Never Sleep in Florida Heat
Whiskey Shennanigan’s Randy Warren interviews Mike Diaz of St. Augustine Distillery about making bourbon in Florida’s humid climate. Hear about how Mike and his team built a distillery in America’s oldest city, and why it’s now America’s top distillery tour, according to USA Today.
How Jose Calderon Used Special Forces Training and Latin American Distilling to Build Everglades Distillers
Jose Calderon committed everything to Everglades Distillers after spending 20 years in Special Forces learning distilling techniques across Latin America. In this episode, host Randy Warren explores how Jose tested over 30 corn varieties in his backyard to discover the perfect red corn for whiskey, why his family conducts blind tastings together, and how Florida’s extreme heat ages bourbon naturally without temperature control.
Amanda Colomb on Breaking Whiskey’s Conformity: The Story Behind Bourbon and Bikinis’ Rapid Rise
Whiskey Shenanigans Podcast uncovers more about Bourbon_and_Bikinis with Amanda Colomb. They explore Amanda's journey from wine to whiskey, and the impact of social media on whiskey culture. The conversation delves into personal preferences for bourbon and Scotch,...
How Buffalo Trace Breaks Bourbon Conventions: Harlen Wheatley on Innovation and Experimentation
In this episode, host Randy Warren chats with Buffalo Trace Master Distiller Harlen Wheatley to explore the distillery’s groundbreaking 4,000-barrel experimental program, and how the team recovered from 2025’s devastating Kentucky River flood.
