Bartender Bangaz

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Pull up a stool for Episode 4 of Bartender Bangaz! This week, we’re on location at the iconic Napper Tandy's in Bay Shore to chat with the man, the myth, the legend: Little Baby Jesus (AKA LBJ).

LBJ takes us behind the bar to discuss the energy of the Bay Shore nightlife, the secrets to longevity in the service industry, and the stories that made him a local legend. If you've ever had a drink at Napper's, you know this is a conversation you can't miss.

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Mark the Shark welcomes his old friend from Fire Island Charlie, a true veteran of the New York City bar scene, for a deep dive into 16 years of pouring drinks and collecting unbelievable stories. Charile reflects on faking his way into his first job at "The Irish Exit," growing up above his later workplace, The Folly, and why he'll always be a "dive bar guy." Listen in as he shares his most important life lesson learned behind the stick, recounts a truly shocking customer confession, and breaks down the proper way to mix a cocktail—and the wrong way (e.g., the forbidden "espresso martini margarita").

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Get ready for some serious bar talk! On this episode of Bartender Bangaz, host Mark the Shark talks shop with Dan from Mary Carroll's—who was crowned the 2023 Greater Long Island Bartender of the Year! Dan has been a staple at Mary Carroll's in Babylon for nine years, starting as a bar back and working his way up to running the stick. We dive deep into the hilarious and horrifying realities of life behind the bar. In this episode, Dan spills the tea on: The Rookie Mistake: The embarrassing drink order that cost him a customer and a tip (and why he'll never confuse a Negroni with a "red" drink again). The Hate List: The one drink that Dan absolutely despises making (it's not what you think!) and the one he loves to make: The fan-favorite Blackberry Bourbon Smash. The Industry Shift: How the rise of canned cocktails like High Noon and Sun Cruiser is changing the game for bartenders. The Lifesaver: Dan’s signature cocktail to save the indecisive customer (a mix of Peach Vodka, Ginger Beer, and more). Guinness is Good For You: His go-to, after-shift beverage to wind down from the chaos. The Comeback Kid: The story behind winning Bartender of the Year and the friend who nominated him as a joke! Don't miss the unfiltered stories from one of Long Island's best! #BartenderBangaz #HotTuna #BarTalk #LongIslandBars #MaryCarrollsBabylon #BartendingLife #BartenderTips #CocktailRecipes #Podcast

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Welcome to the very first episode of Bartender Bangaz, where we pour out the truth, straight no chaser! Host Mark the Shark AKA Shmark is joined by legendary bartender and entrepreneur John Dell'Orto (Dell) for a deep dive into the wild world behind the stick.

Dell, who went from accidentally bussing tables to co-owning a popular cocktail bar, shares his philosophy on handling the job's toughest challenges. Get the full breakdown on dealing with nasty, rude customers: why Mark loves a "shitty customer" (it's a challenge!), the art of "killing them with kindness," and the crucial moment you realize a patron is a "negative variable" that needs to bounce to protect the positive energy of your bar.