Restaurant Overdose
Restaurant Overdose
Podcast Description
Welcome to Restaurant Overdose- a bold unfiltered podcast dedicated to the chaotic beauty of life in the service industry. Whether you are a seasoned bartender, a fresh faced server, or someone just fascinated by the world behind the scenes, this show was made for you. Each episode features unfiltered interviews, deep dives into cocktail & beverage history, and or Real life stories, meant to build community and connection for service workers.
Hosted by someone who's lived it, loved it and is surviving it. Restaurant Overdose is your weekly reminder that the industry may be intense- but you're not alone in it.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast covers a range of themes including cocktail history, personal stories from the service industry, and cultural commentary. Notable episodes examine the origins of the Long Island Iced Tea, provide an emotional look at the impact of COVID-19 on local beer reps, and explore the rise of Patron tequila. Other episodes may feature influential figures discussing legacy within the restaurant sector, showcasing the multifaceted culture of service work.
Welcome to Restaurant Overdose- a bold unfiltered podcast dedicated to the chaotic beauty of life in the service industry. Whether you are a seasoned bartender, a fresh faced server, or someone just fascinated by the world behind the scenes, this show was made for you. Each episode features unfiltered interviews, deep dives into cocktail & beverage history, and or Real life stories, meant to build community and connection for service workers.
Hosted by someone who’s lived it, loved it and is surviving it. Restaurant Overdose is your weekly reminder that the industry may be intense- but you’re not alone in it.
We’re spilling the tea- literally as we dive into the messy origin story of the Long Island Iced Tea, as we discover how one of the most Notorious cocktails ever earned it’s legendary status behind the bar.
In Episode 4 we’re mixing up a strong one (just don’t be cringe and actually order a Strong Island). Join us as we sit down with the always entertaining Lori Aleckson as we strain out the twisted, boozy history of a drink that has is as infamous as it is misunderstood.
From it’s Prohibition origin and a regional rivalry to how it became a staple on dive bars and clubs across the country. This episode is packed with facts, folklore, and first-hand tales you will only find here.
We also talk about:
- Popular variations of the drink
- The 2 most popular claims to where the drink originated
- The Sweet Tea effect
Grab your bar rag- this episode gets messy (in the best way)
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