In this episode, Frank flies solo as he shares a childhood funeral experience that includes his first taste of boilo, an ethnic beverage once consumed by many Pennsylvania coal miners. He discusses a bit of the history of boilo and the dominant use of Four Queens 101 Proof Blended Whiskey in boilo recipes, especially amongst the residents of Schuylkill County, which resides in the heart of the anthracite coal region in Eastern Pennsylvania.

https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/218664/coal-region-boilo/

https://coalregion.com/recipes/boilo/

https://youtu.be/nb4NqrdD3B8?si=3c9kJPZYE9LGZfhp/

The Cranks kick off their second season with a three-part series exploring great musicians, intimate venues, and quaint towns. Join them as they start off by visiting Baltimore, followed by Pittsburgh, DC, and travel around Philly before returning to their backyard in the Harrisburg area. Discover new musicians, small music venues, and some cool towns with character.

Great Musicians, Intimate Venues, and Quaint Towns is a production of Cranks Creek LLC.

Ocie Elliott

https://www.ocieelliott.com/

The World Cafe Live, Philadelphia PA

https://www.worldcafelive.org/

Brett Dennen

https://www.brettdennen.live/

Vinoski Winery, Bell Vernon PA

https://www.vinoskiwinery.com/

The Keswick Theatre, Glenside PA

https://www.keswicktheatre.com/

Watchhouse

https://www.watchhouseband.com/

The Weinberg Center for the Arts, Frederick MD

https://www.weinbergcenter.org/

City of Frederick MD

https://www.visitfrederick.org/downtown-frederick/

The Clarks

https://www.clarksonline.com/

The Abbey Bar at Appalachian Brewery, Harrisburg PA

https://www.abcbrew.com/harrisburg/abbey-bar/

The Palace Theatre, Greensburg PA

https://www.westmorelandculturaltrust.org/palace-theatre/

The Appell Center, York PA

https://www.appellcenter.org/

Darlingside

https://www.darlingside.com/about/

Central Market House, York PA

https://www.centralmarketyork.com/

Kable House Presents, York PA

https://www.kablehousepresents.com/

Parsonfield

http://www.parsonfield.com/

Mudhook Brewing, York PA

https://www.mudhookbrewing.com/

The Cranks kick off their second season with a three-part series exploring great musicians, intimate venues, and quaint towns. Join them as they start off by visiting Baltimore, followed by Pittsburgh, DC, and travel around Philly before returning to their backyard in the Harrisburg area. Discover new musicians, small music venues, and some cool towns with character.

Great Musicians, Intimate Venues, and Quaint Towns is a production of Cranks Creek LLC.

The Ballroom Thieves

https://www.ballroomthieves.com

Union Stage, Washington DC

https://www.unionstagepresents.com/union-stage/

The Wharf District, Washington DC

https://www.wharfdc.com/

Old Ebbitt Grill

https://www.ebbitt.com/

Aimee Mann

https://www.aimeemann.com/

The Colonial Theatre, Phoenixville PA

https://www.thecolonialtheatre.com/

Ellie Holcomb

https://www.ellieholcomb.com/

Drew Holcomb and the Neighbors

https://www.drewholcomb.com/

Blobfest, Phoenixville PA

https://www.thecolonialtheatre.com/blobfest/

Molly Maguire’s, Phoenixville PA

https://www.mollymaguiresphoenixville.com/

Caamp

https://www.camptheband.com/

XL Live, Harrisburg PA

https://www.xlhbg.com/

The Cranks kick off their second season with a three-part series exploring great musicians, intimate venues, and quaint towns. Join them as they start off by visiting Baltimore, followed by Pittsburgh, DC, and travel around Philly before returning to their backyard in the Harrisburg area. Discover new musicians, small music venues, and some cool towns with character.

Great Musicians, Intimate Venues, and Quaint Towns is a production of Cranks Creek LLC.

The Lost Pelican

https://coldwellbankervacations.com/855906/

Wild Rivers

https://www.wildriversmusic.com/

The 8x10, Baltimore MD

https://www.the8x10.com/

Lincoln’s P&G Diner, Millvale PA

https://www.lincolnspgdiner.com/

Three Rivers Heritage Trail

https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/homepage/three-rivers-heritage-trail/

In their first episode, The Cranks discuss some of their favorite dive bars in South Central Pennsylvania. After discussing the definition of a dive bar, they chat about establishments across the area, and include commentary on the food, atmosphere, and overall experience. They also discuss some bars of past years in their R.I.P. segment, share a couple of honorable mention bars, as well as a couple of out of the area establishments. The Cranks close out the episode by sharing their favorite dive bars. Whether you live in South Central Pennsylvania, are visiting, or just passing through, this podcast will surely provide the scoop on some of the best area dive bars.

Dive Bars of South Central Pennsylvania is a production of Cranks Creek LLC.