Michael bought a laser. Meanwhile, Clay and James both loved the Apple+ show, The Afterparty. Find out who absolutely crushes this week’s quiz.

Beer: Black Curtains by Peticolas Brewing

Michael, James and Clay chat with Carolyn Hestand Kennedy and discover some of the fascinating history surrounding Texas trees. Clay reveals his secret ambition to become a tree after he dies. Michael's Beer Report contains some troubling Icelandic words.

Guest: Carolyn Hestand Kennedy - https://www.carolynhestand.com/

Beer: Icelandic Arctic Pale Ale by Einstök Ölgerð

James, Michael and Clay let the good times roll as they celebrate Mardi Gras and weather apps. Michael’s Bock Report checks all the bocks!

Beer: Mardi Gras Bock by Abita Brewing Co.

James, Michael and Clay chat about HBO's excellent series White Lotus, the Metaverse, Michael's new arcade machine and everything you ever wanted to know about Golden Ales.

Beer: Big Wave Golden Ale by Kona Brewing

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James and Michael are joined by Clay Wheeler to chat about our favorite things from the last 12 months.

Guest: Clay Wheeler

Beer: Ugly Sweater Holiday Spice Amber Ale by Tupps Brewery

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Bernadette Nason is an award-winning actor, voice-over artist, storyteller, author, and native Brit. Her solo presentations about growing up in England, and expatriate life have received rave reviews. In her latest book Stealing Baby Jesus: A Treasury of Ludicrous Attempts to Rescue Christmas, Bernadette blends humor and humanity, as she embarks on a compelling voyage—from 1960s Britain to present-day Texas—in search of an elusive Christmas she's not sure exists. In 2017, she held the dubious title: "Biggest Liar in Texas."

Guest: Bernadette Nason

Beer: Sierra Nevada Pale Ale by Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.

Links: https://bernadettenason.com

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After the tragic murder of his son, Glenn Hester joined a monastery, became a police officer, a magician and an expert on Bunco games. Tragedy struck again when his granddaughter was also murdered. Ultimately, however, his story is one of triumph as Glenn has dedicated his life to the service of others.

Guest: Glenn Hester

Beer: Shiner Hill Country Peach Wheat Ale - Spoetzl Brewery

Links: https://www.policemagic.com

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His Holiness, Dr. Rev. Daniel Kanter is an old friend to the podcast and is about to become our most frequent guest with his third appearance. David Dobkin is a new friend to the podcast. David is a director/writer and producer of wonderfully funny comedy movies such as Shanghai Knights, Wedding Crashers, and Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga. Due to audio issues, we unfortunately lost some of the conversation, but I am sure you'll agree that what remains is pure interview gold.

Sam Bond is the best-selling, award-winning author of The Milkwood Murder series and The Cousins In Action series for middle grade readers. Sam was raised in a small village in England before moving to the States twenty-six years ago. She now lives in Austin, Texas with her two daughters and a dog named Sausage.

Guest: Sam Bond

Beer: Pilsner by Four Bullets Brewing

Links: https://amzn.to/2B5vCAY https://www.sambondauthor.com

With worldwide box office hits such as Airplane!, Ruthless People, three Naked Guns, Phone Booth, A Walk In the Clouds, and the record-breaking Scary Movie 3 and 4 all to his credit, director/producer/writer David Zucker, has established himself among Hollywood’s (or at least Wisconsin’s) most successful filmmakers.

Guest: David Zucker

Beer: Take the Cannoli by Four Fathers Brewing

Links: Before the Invention of Smiling