Do You Want to Start a Tab?

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A podcast sharing hospitality stories that teach a lesson. Don't be a dick. Tip your bartender. And, drink responsibly.

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I Deserve More of the Tips & Bars vs Tenants with Erick Castro

Do You Want to Start a Tab?

08/11/23 • 53 min

Erick Castro joins is today on the podcast! Erick is current co-owner of Raised by Wolves, and formerly Boilermaker and Polite Provisions, three award-winning destinations for cocktails and spirits. He has worked in the hospitality industry from age 14 and his bartending experience spans both coasts and was recently named one of the Bar World 100: Industry's Most Influential Figures for both 2021 and 2023.

Bartender at Large Podcast - LISTEN HERE
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Story One - Bartender takes more of the tips because they believe they earned more.
Story Two - Bar vs tenants. It can become an issue depending on each situation.

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Your Kids Can't Be in the Bar & Hot Ticket with Chandler Tomayko

Do You Want to Start a Tab?

04/07/23 • 47 min

Chandler Tomayko, aka The Chef with Little Red Shoes, joins us today on the podcast. She is an entrepreneur, chef, bartender and an avid podcast listener of industry related shows.

Story One - What happens when parents bring their 4 kids into the restaurant bar on New Year's Eve?
Story Two - Why did Chandler get charged $162 for 6 Old Fashioneds?

Chandler's IG - https://www.instagram.com/thechefwithredshoes/
Heard the Card Game - https://www.instagram.com/heardcardgame/
The Bartender Rant Podcast - https://spoti.fi/3G95pzD
The Bardtender Podcast - https://spoti.fi/3mdob23
xEighty-Sixedx Band - https://spoti.fi/416fmWH

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Carl Busch Diaries on Spotify - https://alcmix.bar/diaries-spotify
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The Ink Isn't Even Dried & Yell, Clap, Snap with Leandro DiMonriva

Do You Want to Start a Tab?

05/19/23 • 44 min

Leandro of @TheEducatedBarfly joins us on today's episode.

Today's episode is two stories about cutting off people at the bar.

Story One: A groom and his groomsmen go outside for a beer, and the bride has to find her new husband.

Story Two: On a first date, a couple sits at the bar in front of Leandro and orders a round. Bar is busy, and the man doesn't like how long his second round takes.

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Carl Busch Diaries on Spotify - https://alcmix.bar/diaries-spotify
Carl Busch Diaries on Apple - https://alcmix.bar/diaries-apple

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Can You Handle the Shadiest Bar Managers?

Do You Want to Start a Tab?

09/13/24 • 23 min

Carl and Riley dive into bartending horror stories, tackling encounters with entitled customers and the repercussions on staff. Riley shares a Reddit tale about a toxic manager from a Tex-Mex joint, while Carl recounts a bartender’s unfair firing for refusing service to rowdy patrons.

They discuss the impact of management on job satisfaction and the evolving bar culture. Amidst their lively banter, they prepare for the Iowa Podcast Awards and hint at exciting upcoming episodes with a special guest. Tune in for insights, laughs, and eye-opening hospitality industry experiences.

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Carl Busch Diaries on Spotify - https://alcmix.bar/diaries-spotify
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How One Joke Changed an Entire Bar Shift

Do You Want to Start a Tab?

07/12/24 • 18 min

Carl and Riley explore the quirks of the service industry in this episode of "Do You Want to Start a Tab?" They share a touching story from Reddit about a bartender finding joy in a retired customer's simple joke.

Later, a voicemail seemingly mirrors the plot of the movie Cocktail, prompting a humorous discussion. Tune in for anecdotes, reflections on service life, and a shoutout to their sponsor, The Pork Tornadoes.

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Bartender vs. Ex-Sheriff: A Clash of Egos

Do You Want to Start a Tab?

12/29/23 • 26 min

Story One - A guest gets cut off, leaves the bar. The bartender gets off work and goes to a different bar for a couple. Orders an Uber and it's the guest they cut off was driving.

Story Two - Group is sitting at the bar, eating outside food. Bartender lets them know a couple times they can't wat outside food. He turns off the TV and the guest goes behind the bar to turn back on.

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Carl Busch Diaries on Spotify - https://alcmix.bar/diaries-spotify
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Bartender Stealing a Table & AITA for Telling a Bartender To Stop Drinking

Do You Want to Start a Tab?

07/28/23 • 36 min

Story One - Server doesn't tip out the bartender because they think the bartender stole a 20 top table.
Story Two - A guest who has known a bartender for 3 years, pulls them off to the side and told them they need to stop drinking behind the bar.

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Asking for Tips & Stealing Bottles

Do You Want to Start a Tab?

02/03/23 • 25 min

An event bartender wants to know if it's ok to ask for tips for guests. Then a young guest wants to drink for free at a party.

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Carl Busch Diaries on Spotify - https://alcmix.bar/diaries-spotify
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Why You Need Better Drinking Buddies with Billy Fredlund

Do You Want to Start a Tab?

03/02/24 • 41 min

Billy Fredlund, a bartender from Indiana, joins Carl and Riley. They discuss a Reddit post about someone who refuses to wait in crowded bars for drinks. The hosts debate whether the person is an asshole or if their friends are the real problem.

They also share their experiences and offer advice on finding better friends and alternative bar options. Billy adds his perspective to the conversation. Tune in for an entertaining and insightful discussion on bar etiquette and socializing.

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Billy's IG - https://www.instagram.com/circle.city.cocktails/

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Carl Busch Diaries on Spotify - https://alcmix.bar/diaries-spotify
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From Chaos to Control: Managing a Bar with Ease

Do You Want to Start a Tab?

02/11/24 • 54 min

In this wild episode, Nacole recounts a chaotic night at a bar she managed. With owners and investors partying and overserving guests, the situation quickly spiraled out of control. A patron fell and cracked his head open, blood was everywhere, and chaos ensued. Despite the mayhem, Nacole did her best to keep things under control.

The story highlights the importance of responsible management and the consequences of neglecting it. With elements like blood, overserving, and an out-of-control atmosphere.

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