Buy Back Podcast

Multi-talented Jeremy Radio swings by for a Mai Tai and Malort on The Buy Back this week. Mister Radio has made a name for himself as the best bartender for two years in a row in Charlotte's Hattie's Tap and Tavern and Tommy's bar with his "Econo" Tiki-style drinks. Not only that - Jeremy tours the world slapping de bass, finding his way into some of the best Punk Rock dive bars. Join us this week on The Buy Back!

We broke down this week. Well, Tristynn broke down in the middle of nowhere and found a dive bar with oysters and a DJ named Parmajawn. On top of that, she makes a fool of John and his claims about red wine and warm drinks. And on top of that all, the most wholesome first drink story we've ever had. Join us this week for Part 2 with Tristynn!

As a huge chapter in her life comes to a close, (Yeah, right! She'll be back) Tristynn stops by The Buy Back studios (Recorded at Diamond Dogs in Astoria, Queens) to reflect on her eleven-year tenure behind the taps. From DC to NYC, from dives to high dines, from granny panties to pharmaceutical parties, she's had quite the journey. Join us for some "cigs inside" this week on The Buy Back.

Lizz ‘Wizbang’ from Racine switches from doing shots behind the bar to shots at weddings. There are two types of bartenders: those who stay for six months and move on, and those who have staying power. Lizz is one of the golden latter. In Racine, she deals with pipe-smoking scarecrows, bad tippers with wads of cash, and people who think closets are bathrooms. And let’s not judge her for her cocktail choices… 

The Real Matty Rangel is back this week! Almost three years ago, Matty was a guest on the podcast, and since then, his presence on social media has only grown. This week, we sit down and discuss about his newest adventures travelling the country, his dedication to bringing awareness to mental health, and ...nicknames? In the episode, Matty claims he's completely average, but he's too humble. This guy has a huge beard and a huge heart! Cheers.

Courtney is celebrating her 20th year at Jack's Fire Department. Yes, that Jack's. This week, John sits returns from Iceland (and the hospital) to keep it real close to home with this Sunnyside staple. Courtney pulls no punches in this episode. The two "bartners" chat about what it's like to work in a very established local's bar, what it was like growing up in Queens, John's home decor, and Courtney's bar rule is one of the most honest answers we've ever had on the podcast. But still swears... she didn't participate in the bar slip and slide.

In the Icelandic language, Sigur means Victory, and Sigurjón visiting the Buy Back Podcast this week is DEFINITELY a victory for us. Born and raised in Iceland, Sigurjón finds himself managing Sól, one of Iceland's newest and coolest high class dining spots. Sigurjón started working in restaurants as a quick way to make money when he was younger, partied a little too hard in his late teens and early twenties, but now has the tools to cope with the lifestyle and the bravery to face it. Listen wherever you get your podcasts, now!

BUY BACK IN ICELAND: Jessica has travelled all throughout Europe to find a place that makes her feel like home. Italy, England, Amsterdam, nothing quite did it. But now, in Reykjavik, she may have found a place that makes her feel settled. From coffee shops, to night life, Jessica has done it all and everywhere, and now she invites John into her home to talk about the culture of drinking in Iceland and beyond. Chill out with us this week as The Buy Back goes to Iceland!

Marcos just opened Cousin Larry's in Sunnyside, but he's still a kid at heart. Adulting is hard, and Marcos is finding the perfect balance. From East Village party bars, to the Hamptons, to now the neighborhood of Sunnyside, Marcos has done it all. Join us this week wherever you get your podcasts.The new audio is still a bit tricky, but we're working on it! Hold tight, we're getting better.

It's the night before the first night of food service at Drink NYC and Peter just wants "to do dope, cool... sh...tuff..." Tattoo needles are prepped, the ice hasn't been cut with the bandsaw yet, and the powder hasn't been poured into the baggies yet.

Wait, what the heck is going on!?

You may have seen Peter on social media sitting in his empty bar, feeling low, asking people to come in.

And come in they did.

Manhattan's newest and coolest tattoo and cocktail parlour is just getting started with their awesome ideas and Peter, behind the bar, takes us behind the scenes of not only the bar itself, but down the road of his extensive bar experience.

Here at the Buy Back we are trying something new with our audio! This episode has been given the special touch, and the interview sounds great! However, we are still working out the kinks, so please bear with us.