Happy Hour Playbook

Episode 3: The Madness & The Mayhem

In this episode of the Happy Hour Playbook, Chris and Wes navigate the high-stakes "Job Interview on Turf" in Indy, the looming chaos of Selection Sunday, and a brand-new era for Major League Baseball. Whether you're scouting the next NFL franchise cornerstone or sweating your college hoops bracket, we’ve got the playbook ready.

The Happy Hour Pour: Dalmore 15

We’re kicking things off with a sophisticated Highland classic. The Dalmore 15 ($125–$150) is a sherry-cask masterpiece, finished in a trio of Oloroso woods.

• The Profile: Think Christmas cake in a glass—orange marmalade, winter spices, and decadent dark chocolate.

• The Verdict: Does it earn the "Playoff Worthy" elite status, or is it headed for the "Practice Squad"? Chris and Wes break down the legs, the stag, and the 40% ABV finish.

The NFL Combine & Draft Deep Dive

The scouts are salivating at Lucas Oil Stadium. We break down the Top 10 Big Board for the upcoming draft in Pittsburgh:

• Mendoza Mania: Is Indiana’s Fernando Mendoza the next Tom Brady? We discuss the rumors of Brady pushing the Raiders to take him at #1.

• The Buckeye Blitz: With Caleb Downs, Arvell Reese, Carnell Tate, and Sonny Styles all projected in the Top 10, Pittsburgh is about to become "Columbus North."

• The RB Renaissance: Why Notre Dame’s Jeremiyah Love is the "can't-miss" back that will make GMs regret passing on him.

March Madness

March is here, and the bubble is ready to burst.

• The Heavyweights: We look at the odds-on favorites, from Michigan (+370) and Duke (+450) to the fast-paced Arizona Wildcats (+500).

• Cinderella Watch: Don't let these names bust your bracket! Keep an eye on the high-octane offense of High Point and the veteran grit of GCU.

• The Prediction: Chris and Wes go head-to-head on who cuts down the nets in April.

MLB’s Netflix Debut & Opening Day Drama

Baseball is entering the streaming wars.

• Opening Night on Netflix: The Yankees vs. Giants (March 25) is a standalone global event. We discuss the "Manningcast" rumors involving Barry Bonds and CC Sabathia.

• Heartbreak in Texas: Wes mourns seeing Rangers hero Adolis García suit up in Phillies red for the Thursday slate.

NBA Play-In "Danger Zone"

The regular season is winding down, but the intensity is ramping up.

• The Detroit Dominance: How the Pistons went from the cellar to the best record in the NBA.

• Wemby’s World: The Spurs are sitting pretty at the 3-seed, while legends like Steph Curry and KD are fighting for their lives in the Play-In tournament.

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Produced By: Chris Castillo

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Episode 2: Olympic Ice, NBA Trades, and Operating Rooms

Pull up a chair, have a seat, and let’s get into it! Chris and Wes are back for Episode 2 of the Happy Hour Playbook, and the board is absolutely packed. This week, the guys are mixing the wildest sports news of the week with an unfiltered, behind-the-scenes look at their day jobs in surgery.

Here is what’s on tap for tonight's episode:

• The Happy Hour Pour: We are celebrating National Margarita Day! Tonight's Drink of the Day is a classic Margarita. We crack it open and rate it on the official Happy Hour Scale to see if it's "Playoff Worthy," or getting sent straight to the "Practice Squad."

• Olympic Chaos (Milan-Cortina 2026): The Winter Games are off the rails. We cover curling f-bombs, figure skating judging bias, Lindsey Vonn's crash, an unhinged cheating confession on live TV, and the wild 10,000 condom shortage in the Olympic Village.

• NBA Trade Deadline Madness: The league looks completely different. We break down the blockbusters (AD and Trae Young to DC?!), the shockers (Harden to the Cavs), Memphis hitting the reset button, and Giannis staying put.

• The View from the Sterile Field: Forget Grey's Anatomy. Chris and Wes pull back the curtain on the operating room. We talk surgeon egos, the physical toll of the job, the smell of burning tissue, and the incredibly dark humor it takes to survive the job.

• Stand-Up Comedy: Why are medical professionals so addicted to comedy? We debate big arena shows versus small, smoky clubs, and swap stories about our favorite live sets.

Grab your drink of choice, hit play, and let’s reset the brain.

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Produced By: Chris Castillo

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Episode One: Touchdowns & Trophies: From the Super Bowl to the Grammys

Welcome to the series premiere of the Happy Hour Playbook!

Pull up a chair and join your hosts, Chris and Wes, as they crack open the very first bottle of the season and dive into the biggest headlines in sports and entertainment. We’re kicking things off with a heavy-hitting rotation: from the heartbreak of Fantasy Football to the high-stakes drama of the Super Bowl and the glitz of the Grammy Awards.

In This Episode:

• The Happy Hour Pour: We debut our signature segment. Tonight, we’re tasting Penelope Architect, breaking down the price point, and deciding if it’s “Playoff Worthy” or belongs on the “Practice Squad.”
• Fantasy Post-Mortem: Was your season a Cinderella story or a total bust? We recap the biggest draft steals, the trades we regret, and the league-winning moves that defined the year.
• Super Bowl & Halftime Hype: Was it a legendary defensive battle or just overhyped? Plus, we give our unfiltered 1-10 rating on the Halftime Show—was it Grammy-level or just a glorified wedding DJ set?
• The Grammy Recap: We shift gears to the red carpet. We’re debating the biggest snubs of the night and asking the real question: Is it still about the music, or just a popularity contest?
• Rapid Fire: To close it out, Chris and Wes go back-to-back on way-too-early Super Bowl predictions and questions about life.

Grab a glass, hit play, and let’s get into the playbook.

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Credits: Produced by: Chris Castillo

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