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Episode 19 - Adam Coolong from the Irish rock band The Wild Colonial Bhoys

Adam Coolong is the lead singer and guitarist for the Minnesota Irish rock band the "Wild Colonial Bhoys" (WCB). For over 20 years, Adam and WCB have performed their own brand of “Celtic Rock” on stages around the world, highlighted by nine tours of Ireland and two tours playing on military bases in the Middle East.

When not playing with WCB, Adam divides his time between his work as Office Manager and Board Secretary of the Irish Fair of Minnesota, recording and mixing other artists from his home-based studio, and doing voiceover work for television and radio.

Tune in as we talk about his band, music, touring, and Irish life!

#podcast #storytime #Irishrock #comedy #drinkingstories #barstories

Episode 18 - Christopher Valentino from A Perfect Circle tribute band “Stone and Echo”

Originally from Columbia Heights, MN, Chris holds an associate's in business management from North Hennepin Community College. Chris has spent the last 25 years in agricultural equipment working within Warranty Managment, Technical Customer Service, and Inside Sales. Chris is also an accomplished musician, performing with Minneapolis metal band "Stajia," and currently performing with "A Perfect Circle" tribute band "Stone and Echo."

Tune in as we talk photography, music, touring, and family life!

#podcast #storytime #music #rockbands #comedy #drinkingstories #barstories

Episode 17 - Reconstructive Dentist Dr. Frank Milnar

Dr, Milnar is a DDS, AAACD, and is a graduate from theUniversity of Minnesota, School of Dentistry. He is an accredited member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, Board Examiner for the Accreditation process, and maintains a full-time practice in St. Paul, Minnesota emphasizing minimally invasive and appearance related dentistry.

Tune in as we talk about Dr. Milnar's inspirational journeyafter losing his leg to a motorcycle vs. train accident, and how that moment shaped his drive in athletics, dealing with pain, and life experiences.

#podcast #storytime #comedy #drinkingstories #barstories #inspirational #motivational

Episode 16 - Drag Race driver Mark Leasure

Mark is a passionate automotive enthusiast and accomplished drag racer. He owns the quickest 5-speed 1G DSM car platform, which has run an impressive 7.64 seconds at 191 MPH in the 1/4 mile—a testament to his deep passion for performance engineering and hands-on innovation. Mark holds a B.S. in Electrical Engineering and an MBA, with certifications from MIT xPro and training in ISO 26262 Functional Safety. He is credited with 29 granted patents and is a recognized expert in wireless sensing, power management, and system architecture.

#podcast #storytime #comedy #drinkingstories #barstories #dragracing #racecar #NHRA

Episode 15 - Minnesota Vikings Superfan David "Diggz" Garza

"Diggz" has been a Minnesota Viking's Super Fan since 2007, the Vice President of the "Vikings World Order," and belongs to the Pro Football Ultimate Fan Association (P.F.U.F.A). "Diggz" is a retired Army veteran and is a Direct Support Professional for the group home (for kids) that he's worked at since 2001. He has appeared on "Tackle My Ride" and a Verizon commercial with Randy Moss.

#podcast #storytime #comedy #drinkingstories #barstories #Minnesota Vikings #Football Superfans

Episode 14 - Guest Host John Bergstrom

Check out this week's episode with podcast friend John Bergstrom, as we share hilarious bar stories, talk about the Minnesota Viking's upcoming season, taste test some whiskey, and more!

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Episode 13 - Real-estate legend and rock band photographer Tommy Sommers

Born and raised in Minneapolis Minnesota, Tommy has been a professional licensed realtor in the greater Twin Cities area for over 23 years. Additionally, Tommy has been a professional photographer for 12 years, shooting over 200 bands a year on average, and has been the head photographer at 6 different music festivals. Tommy is also part of a very successful podcast that discusses everything about the rock band KISS, music, and more, called "Three Sides of the Coin."

Tune in as we talk to Tommy about music, photography, people, and the realty business.

#podcast #photographer #realtor #storytime #comedy #drinkingstories #barstories

Episode 12 - Indie film actress Jennifer Kelzenberg

Jennifer is a well known actress from the Twin Cities area,who has starred in numerous commercials and movies. Jennifer started performing at the age of 4 and kicked off her career when she became an Electric Star dancer with the Minnesota North Star hockey team. She did her first commercial with WLOL radio at 18 and since then, she has been involved in numerous projects, commercials, print, TV, and film. She has starred in several indie movies, such as House of Tomorrow, Chaste, and The Ballad of Travis Hunter, just to name a few. Jennifer will soon be working on an upcoming film called Sincere.

Tune in as we talk to Jennifer about her acting career,family, film, and commercial projects.

#podcast #actress #indie movies #storytime #comedy #drinkingstories #barstories

Episode 11 - Minneapolis Bartending legend Mike Juhl

"Juhl" is a bartending staple in the Minneapolis area, with 30 years experience behind the bar, working at some of the most iconic locations. "Juhl" has worked at the Pickle Parrot, the Corner Bar, and the Urban Wildlife in Downtown Minneapolis, and Stasui's (now Stanley's), and Mac's Industrial in NE Minneapolis, to name a few.

Tune in as we talk about the Minneapolis nightlife scene, bartending at some of the most well-known Minneapolis bars, sobriety, and past experiences that made the bartending scene worthwhile.

#podcast #bartender #storytime #comedy #drinkingstories #barstories

Episode 10 - Greg Moog singer of Minneapolis metal band “White Crosses”

Featured Guest: Greg Moog is a Minneapolis singer/songwriter who has been influential in the Minneapolis rock metal music scene for the past 30 years. Greg has been a member of "Black Flood Diesel" and is currently a member of the band "White Crosses."

Tune in as we talk about the Minneapolis music scene, the Minneapolis metal sound, songwriting, performing, addiction, and sobriety.

*Warning: this episode discusses addiction, and the behaviors associated with addiction. Viewer discretion is advised.

#podcast #music #storytime #comedy #drinkingstories #barstories #addiction