In this episode of Sips & Secrets, we dive into the reality of bartending, bar culture, and drinking — and how easy it is for alcohol to go from “part of the job” to something that takes over your life. We talk about how bartenders often become therapists for customers, taking on emotional weight night after night while trying to keep it together themselves. From crazy customer stories to the pressure to drink during shifts, to how addiction can sneak up slowly, this conversation gets real. If you’ve ever worked in a bar, restaurant, club, or nightlife — you know there’s a side people don’t talk about.