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Dim Lights & Stiff Drinks

Dim Lights & Stiff Drinks

Brad, Lou, Jeromy, and Bob

The DLSD crew explores an eclectic and eccentric collection of dive bars, historic taverns, and interesting drinking establishments in the greater Seattle, WA area. We've set out to document those bars that have a seedy backstory and interesting history behind them. But we’re not just talking about these taverns in the quiet confines of some home studio somewhere. No, we actually haunt these awesome watering holes and record live at the diviest of dive bars! In each episode we visit the bars where bad decisions and future regrets are made...so you don’t have to. Featuring producer extraordinaire Bob Trombley from the Pike Place Podcast. Also featuring Brad, Lou, and Jeromy, the knuckleheads responsible for Three Friends In Search of a Podcast.


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Check out the Dim Lights & Stiff Drinks podcast website (dimlightspodcast.com) for more details and additional episodes. And head on over to our Patreon page to help fund the shenanigans.

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Dim Lights & Stiff Drinks - Thunderbird Tavern in Ballard

Thunderbird Tavern in Ballard

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03/09/24 • 43 min

We kick off season 4 of DLSD at the T-Bird! Thunderbird Tavern, a beloved Seattle dive bar, is the perfect spot for a laid-back night out. With its classic neon sign, cozy interior, and friendly atmosphere, this Ballard neighborhood gem has been a local favorite for decades. Enjoy a cold beer, play a game of pool, and immerse yourself in the tavern's rich history. The Thunderbird Tavern's no-frills approach and welcoming vibe make it a must-visit for anyone seeking an authentic dive bar experience in the heart of Seattle. If you're lucky, you just might see the Pacer. Recorded live at the Thunderbird Tavern on 02/01/2024.


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Dim Lights & Stiff Drinks - Leny's Place in Tangletown

Leny's Place in Tangletown

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04/05/24 • 39 min

Our first pudding shots! We're at Leny's Place in Tangletown, nestled between Wallingford and Green Lake. This neighborhood bar is known for great burgers and unique liquor concoctions such as jell-o shots and "mystery shots." But we're here for the historic dive atmosphere and of course, the pudding. Listen in as we discuss Whatcha Drinkin' and wax poetic about the virtues of pudding shots. Recorded live at Leny's Place on 02/29/2024.


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Dim Lights & Stiff Drinks - Little Red Hen in Greenlake

Little Red Hen in Greenlake

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09/02/22 • 51 min

Listen this week as the gang boot scoots on down to the Little Red Hen in Greenlake. A bar known for line dancing and it's open mic nights. Learn of it's original location and hear some of it's seedy history. Let's listen! Recorded live at Sylvia's Little Red Hen on 8/18/2022.


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Check out the Dim Lights & Stiff Drinks podcast website (/dim-lights-stiff-drinks) for more details and additional episodes.

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Dim Lights & Stiff Drinks - Jules Maes in Georgetown

Jules Maes in Georgetown

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08/05/22 • 32 min

Heading down south, the saga continues in Georgetown as the gang searches for the oldest dive bar in Seattle. Part 3 in the series, Dim Lights and Stiff Drinks find ourselves at Jules Maes with spittoons, cranky bar staff, and sketchy back rooms. Is this really the oldest bar in Seattle? Well...let's listen! Recorded live at Jules Maes Saloon on 6/23/2022.


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Dim Lights & Stiff Drinks - The Crescent Lounge in Capitol Hill

The Crescent Lounge in Capitol Hill

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06/03/23 • 53 min

Everyone knows that Capitol Hill is the center of the universe. Recorded live at The Crescent Lounge on 05/22/2023.


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Dim Lights & Stiff Drinks - Baba Yaga in Pioneer Square

Baba Yaga in Pioneer Square

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11/15/24 • 48 min

This Pioneer Square music and drinking establishment opened less than a year ago, but we're giving Baba Yaga a free pass because the building it occupies has so much Seattle dive bar history. Plus, Baba Yaga is just dripping with all the dive bar vibes we love. Join the crew as we explore dive bars past, present, and future in this historic 1890's Pioneer Square landmark. To keep it real, we're joined by the Prince of Pioneer Square himself, Lloyd Gregory. Recorded live at Baba Yaga on 10/17/2024.


Learn more about the Pioneer Square Summer Fest, markets, and meetups at https://pioneersquaremarket.net/


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Dim Lights & Stiff Drinks - Parkway Tavern in Tacoma

Parkway Tavern in Tacoma

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08/02/24 • 82 min

Special episode! We partner with Shea and Jody from the Rainy Day Rabbit Holes podcast to bring a big ol' heaping helping of PNW history. We get in to Tacoma's salacious backstories, blowing glass (not to be confused with glassblowing), Surf x Surfwest music festivals, and we ponder the size of Sasquatch's junk. All this conversational goodness happens at the fantastic Parkway Bar & Grill Tavern mere days from their 89th anniversary. Shea and Jody are Tacoma homies so we head down south from Seattle to check out one of Western Washington's most iconic drinking establishments. Where's Tacoma? Google it. Recorded live at Parkway Tavern on 07/21/2024.


Learn more about Shea and Jody's awesome podcast Rainy Day Rabbit Holes: Pacific Northwest History and Humor (https://www.rainydayrabbitholes.com/)


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Dim Lights & Stiff Drinks - The Tin Hat in Ballard

The Tin Hat in Ballard

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06/15/24 • 44 min

Is it Ballard or Phinney Ridge? Does Rainier taste better on draft or in tall-boys? Can you still find smokin' deals at your local thrift shop? Listen to this episode from The Tin Hat to find out. With all the tasty micros on tap you might think this is a snooty hipster bar, but fear not! Dive runs deep at The Hat and you can still Flatline. You just can't get a $1 hot dog unless you're a secret Stonecutter member. Recorded live at The Tin Hat Bar & Grill on 05/30/2024.


Follow the Dim Lights & Stiff Drinks podcast on Facebook (DLandSD), Twitter (@divebarsseattle), YouTube, and Instagram (seattle_dive_bar_podcast). Share, like, follow, and subscribe!


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Dim Lights & Stiff Drinks - Seattle's Oldest Bar Winner

Seattle's Oldest Bar Winner

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08/18/22 • 28 min

In this episode we crown the winner of our search for old fart dive bar bragging rights. Seattle's oldest continuously operating bar is...Merchants Cafe. Let's listen as the gang and a special guest from Seattle's bar scene gets to the bottom of the story. An old Seattle door store holds a rich history of dive bar awesomeness. Avout the French Fries Taster of Shorty's fame joins us to reveal Seattle's oldest dive bar and spill some beer for the bars that have departed. Recorded live at Zoo Tavern on 7/7/2022. Yeah, yeah, we've been here before but ya gotta listen to see WHY we're here...again.


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Dim Lights & Stiff Drinks - Rickshaw Restaurant in Greenwood

Rickshaw Restaurant in Greenwood

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04/19/24 • 54 min

The Rickshaw is a not-so-hidden gem among northend dive bars! Get dinner and a beverage, or two, in the heart of Greenwood! Listen for fun facts about dance marathons, pole sitting, and more. No, we will not be grabbing the karaoke mic this evening but we will be swappin' tall karaoke tales. Recorded live at Rickshaw Restaurant & Lounge on 03/21/2024.


Follow the Dim Lights & Stiff Drinks podcast on Facebook (DLandSD), Twitter (@divebarsseattle), YouTube, and Instagram (seattle_dive_bar_podcast). Share, like, follow, and subscribe!


Check out the Dim Lights & Stiff Drinks podcast website (dimlightspodcast.com) for more details and additional episodes. And head on over to our Patreon page to help fund the shenanigans.

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How many episodes does Dim Lights & Stiff Drinks have?

Dim Lights & Stiff Drinks currently has 50 episodes available.

What topics does Dim Lights & Stiff Drinks cover?

The podcast is about Places & Travel, Society & Culture, History, Comedy, Podcasts, Drinking and Seattle.

What is the most popular episode on Dim Lights & Stiff Drinks?

The episode title 'The Crescent Lounge in Capitol Hill' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Dim Lights & Stiff Drinks?

The average episode length on Dim Lights & Stiff Drinks is 46 minutes.

How often are episodes of Dim Lights & Stiff Drinks released?

Episodes of Dim Lights & Stiff Drinks are typically released every 14 days.

When was the first episode of Dim Lights & Stiff Drinks?

The first episode of Dim Lights & Stiff Drinks was released on Nov 19, 2021.

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