Our guest (M, 28, Straight, Upper East Side) is a bartender and social media dating show favorite. He talks everything from his favorite spots in NYC, crazy bartender stories, trying to find stability in an unstable life, the plight of being a “hot, tall, white man”, his dating stories, how NOT to flirt, and more.

If you have any feedback- please reach out to us on IG or leave a comment below! We recorded this episode at Alice in Greenwich Village. Alice is hidden in a townhouse on 13th street and is serving some of the best Italian food, and can be a super fun night out when they throw their secret parties.

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Our guest (F, 28, Straight, East Village) is a popular food influencer who tells us everything about building a following, how to play the reservation game, growing up with a mom who is a dating expert, never planning the first date, and so much more!

If you have any feedback- please reach out to us on IG or leave a comment below! We recorded this episode at Broken Shaker in Gramercy. Broken Shaker has recently been revamped by the Authentic Hospitality team, and is one of the best indoor/outdoor rooftops to hang this summer. Do a bar crawl and stop in at Bar Calico, also located in the Freehand Hotel.

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Our guest (M, 26, Straight, Bushwick) has a real NYC come-up story. He talks about moving here without knowing anyone, working his way up in fashion, how he gets free stuff in NYC, meeting people IRL, and general hustle / business rizz.

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We recorded this episode at Bar Calico in NoMad. Bar Calico has a serious cocktail program, and Is attached to one of our favorite clubs (that is only open once in a while now) Georgia Room. Go say hi to Alex who is creating incredible drinks, listen to vinyl, and bring your date for a fun night at the Freehand Hotel.

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Our guest (27, Female, Brooklyn, Bi) is a Drinks First regular at our events! She talks about becoming a New Yorker in 10 years (valid or nah?), shooting shot in DMs, meeting people at Drinks First, what it was like being adopted, roster dating, exploring dating women, and so much more!

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We recorded this episode at Cathedrale, one of the most stunning restaurants in NYC located in the Moxy East Village. Cathedrale is french cuisine, perfect for a special occasion, but has one of the best happy hours deals in nyc! $12 martinis and $5 bites anyone??

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Our guest (Male, 28, Greenpoint, Heteroflex) talks about The Spirit of New York, moving to NYC and living in a shared hostel, making guy friends, serial ghosting, how to meet people irl, and more!

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We recorded this episode at Ray's in the Lower East Side. Ray's is the perfect catch all bar, and the cool kid hot spot of downtown. Go in for some of the best onion rings you'll ever have, some pool, and an espresso martini. If you're lucky you can snag an iconic Ray's hat.

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Our guest (Female, 26, Bushwick, Bisexual) is a professional Dominatrix and Sex Coach. She talks all about her career path, how psychology plays into her job, how much she makes, some of the craziest things she’s experienced, her experience dating, and more!

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We recorded this episode at Jac's On Bond in NoHo. Jac’s is one of our favorite date spots in the city. They have award winning cocktails, N/A options, great dessert, and a pool table you can reserve and play (for free)!

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Our guest (Male, 31, Williamsburg/LES, Straight) is a NYC nightlife legend and photographer. He talks all things android texts, growing up in NYC, find love in the club, choking, writing a book, creating a party brand, and more.

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We recorded this episode at Silver Lining Lounge in the Moxy LES. One of the swankiest nights out in NYC for live music, date night, or a fun night out with friends (also some of the best martinis in the city).

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The first episode of season 5 is out now wherever you listen to podcasts and you can now watch it on youtube!

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Welcome back to Season 5 of Drinks First! Our guest (Female, 23, SoHo, Straight) was a former podcast prodigy- slated to be the next Alex Cooper at the age of 19. We talk about how she blew up, why she walked away from her deal with Amazon, going on 70+ first dates, her infamous 13 Step BJ guide, and all the knowledge and tea she had to share along the way. Now at 23- she is living her best life in NYC! We are so excited to be back with this hilarious episode, and hope you enjoy it as much as we do. If you have any feedback- please reach out to us on IG or leave a comment below! We recorded this episode at No Bar at The Standard, East Village. One of our favorite happy hours and bites right in the heart of downtown! *** If you are interested in matching with this week's guest, go to our instagram @drinks.first, our flow page (www.flow.page/drinksfirst) or directly to our matching form: forms.gle/R6ggdfsZDGvJyrnYA *** www.flow.page/drinksfirstIG: @drinksfirst @ariana.nathani TikTok: @drinksfirst @ariananathani Substack: drinksfirst.substack.com Email: [email protected] Advertising Inquiries: [email protected] Get full access to Drinks First at drinksfirst.substack.com/subscribe

The wait is over—Drinks First is BACK with a whole new season, and this time, we’re bringing the dating drama straight to your screen.

That’s right—NYC’s favorite dating podcast is now watchable, and we’ve been filming at some of our favorite Drinks First approved spots.

You’ll be able to see the chemistry, the cringe, and the chaos unfold on YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, Substack, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and more.

🎧 Audio + video episodes drop every other Tuesday, starting 2/25. Watch. Listen. Match.