In this episode of the Doc & Jacques radio variety show, Dr. GiGi Reed and Jacques Kepner talk with Jay Ravenel from All Star Liquors in Smith River. Ravenel shares insights into running a successful liquor store near the Oregon-California border, highlighting how strategic location draws customers from Oregon with stricter liquor laws and higher taxes. He discusses the store’s wide selection and knowledgeable staff, as well as trends such as increased demand for tequila, the popularity of ready-to-drink cocktails, and the store’s new house-made vodka. Ravenel also mentions unique and rare products, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on sales, and California’s more open liquor laws, which allow All Star Liquors to offer a broader variety than many state-run competitors.

Hosts: GiGi “Doc” Reed MD, Jacques Kepner; Producers: GiGi “Doc” Reed MD, Jacques Kepner

Beginning and end music from freepd.com, in the public domain. Other music composed and performed by Dan Springen.

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