Into the Dark Blue

Most of us have have at least one extremely intoxicating tale of being extremely intoxicated. In this episode, Zach sits down with Ryan and Howard from 90 Second Beer Review to swap stories about their most memorable moments of over-consumption, and the subsequent moment or self actualization when you say to yourself, "I think it's time to slow down..." Also, get all the details for the upcoming Pints of Love virtual beer festival hosted by 90 Second Beer Review. Use promo code: 2021DARKBLUE to get 10% off tickets for the festival! You can also donate to the Into the Dark Blue Brewery Tour fundraiser and help build our national network of men's groups! https://www.gofundme.com/f/mental-wellness-network-and-documentary?teamInvite=tlyJQPoLsWUEEa6nOCoBvbeo4NaOC3MjZCQ30v2uSpkQAOi3mT40SIEuaIriYpsn Pick up some Dark Blue merch or some fresh undies made perfect for your anatomy, guys and girls alike, at www.sheathunderwear.com, 25% off with promo code DARKBLUE. Last but certainly not least, commit the only legal kind of murder, and MURDER YOUR THIRST at www.liquiddeath.com, 10% off with promo code DARKBLUE.

This is a great episode for anyone in the business of love! Rodney Robertson has 25 years of experience as a relationship coach. Zach got the opportunity to pick his brain about what makes a successful relationship, and Rodney eloquently lays it down in terms of running a business. This one is for the lovers and the entrepreneurs. Pairs well, with GT's Magic Mango and some home made lemonade. You can also donate to the Into the Dark Blue Brewery Tour fundraiser and help build our national network of men's groups! https://www.gofundme.com/f/mental-wellness-network-and-documentary?teamInvite=tlyJQPoLsWUEEa6nOCoBvbeo4NaOC3MjZCQ30v2uSpkQAOi3mT40SIEuaIriYpsn Pick up some Dark Blue merch or some fresh undies made perfect for your anatomy, guys and girls alike, at www.sheathunderwear.com, 25% off with promo code DARKBLUE. Last but certainly not least, commit the only legal kind of murder, and MURDER YOUR THIRST at www.liquiddeath.com, 10% off with promo code DARKBLUE.

Now that the dust has settled from the initial aftermath of the recent upheaval in US civil rights, and we have all had time to process our thoughts, we wanted to share this very honest conversation, between Zach and Craig Cooper from Uplift Kings, about what it's like to be black in America. They also talk in depth about working through depression, self image struggles, and the value of being the "nice guy". 

This episode pairs well with Angry Orchard original cider, and the Black is beautiful collaboration between Primative Brewing and Weathered Souls. You can also donate to the Into the Dark Blue Brewery Tour fundraiser and help build our national network of men's groups! https://www.gofundme.com/f/mental-wellness-network-and-documentary?teamInvite=tlyJQPoLsWUEEa6nOCoBvbeo4NaOC3MjZCQ30v2uSpkQAOi3mT40SIEuaIriYpsn Pick up some Dark Blue merch or some fresh undies made perfect for your anatomy, guys and girls alike, at www.sheathunderwear.com, 25% off with promo code DARKBLUE. Last but certainly not least, commit the only legal kind of murder, and MURDER YOUR THIRST at www.liquiddeath.com, 10% off with promo code DARKBLUE.

As we gear up for the Into the Dark Blue kickoff tour, Zach has the chance to sit down with Jason Gonzales, owner and head brewer of Mad Pecker Brewing! They talk about the struggles and lessons learned transitioning from normal every day operations to staying afloat during a pandemic. Stick around for some bonus material where the two get real about mental health and real beer. Join us November 1st at 4pm at Mad Pecker Brewing in San Antonio, TX for our kickoff event! If you can't make it to the event You can also donate to the Into the Dark Blue Brewery Tour fundraiser and help build our national network of men's groups! https://www.gofundme.com/f/mental-wellness-network-and-documentary?teamInvite=tlyJQPoLsWUEEa6nOCoBvbeo4NaOC3MjZCQ30v2uSpkQAOi3mT40SIEuaIriYpsn Pick up some Dark Blue merch or some fresh undies made perfect for your anatomy, guys and girls alike, at www.sheathunderwear.com, 25% off with promo code DARKBLUE. Last but certainly not least, commit the only legal kind of murder, and MURDER YOUR THIRST at www.liquiddeath.com, 15% off with promo code DARKBLUE.

Today is the one month mark to the beginning of MOVEMBER, and do we have a special episode for you! Zach had the opportunity with sit down with Greg Oliva from the US chapter of The Movember Foundation about why it's important to rub your nuts, and check in with your friends. Into the Dark Blue and the Movember Foundation are teaming up to raise awareness for men's mental and physical health, and we are eternally grateful to have you along for the ride! Sign up for the Into the Dark Blue Movember team and help us raise money for men's wellness initiatives world wide at https://movember.com/t/into-the-dark-blue?mc=1. You can also donate to the Into the Dark Blue Brewery Tour fundraiser and help build our national network of men's groups! https://www.gofundme.com/f/mental-wellness-network-and-documentary?teamInvite=tlyJQPoLsWUEEa6nOCoBvbeo4NaOC3MjZCQ30v2uSpkQAOi3mT40SIEuaIriYpsn Pick up some Dark Blue merch or some fresh undies made perfect for your anatomy, guys and girls alike, at www.sheathunderwear.com, 25% off with promo code DARKBLUE. Last but certainly not least, commit the only legal kind of murder, and MURDER YOUR THIRST at www.liquiddeath.com, 10% off with promo code DARKBLUE.

TRIGGER WARNING: Suicide. Zach and James talk more in depth about the aftermath of suicide and the importance of speaking up when you're struggling with difficult thoughts and feelings. Remember, it's okay to not be okay. If you would like to support the STAND STRONG mission and message, they are offering a special 20% discount on their merch to Into the Dark Blue listeners with promo code DARKBLUE. Let's do our part to help break the stigma! Donate to the Into the Dark Blue Brewery Tour fundraiser and help build our national network of men's groups! https://www.gofundme.com/f/mental-wellness-network-and-documentary?teamInvite=tlyJQPoLsWUEEa6nOCoBvbeo4NaOC3MjZCQ30v2uSpkQAOi3mT40SIEuaIriYpsn Pick up some Dark Blue merch or some fresh undies made perfect for your anatomy, guys and girls alike, at www.sheathunderwear.com, 25% off with promo code DARKBLUE. Last but certainly not least, commit the only legal kind of murder, and MURDER YOUR THIRST at www.liquiddeath.com, 10% off with promo code DARKBLUE.

TRIGGER WARNING: Suicide. Today is world suicide prevention day, and James Mackert of StandStrong.co tells the heart wrenching, yet inspiring story of his father's suicide when he was only eighteen years old. Zach and James talk about the aftermath of suicide and the importance of speaking up when you're struggling with difficult thoughts and feelings. Remember, it's okay to not be okay. If you would like to support the STAND STRONG mission and message, they are offering a special 20% discount on their merch to Into the Dark Blue listeners with promo code DARKBLUE. Let's do our part to help break the stigma! Donate to the Into the Dark Blue Brewery Tour fundraiser and help build our national network of men's groups! https://www.gofundme.com/f/mental-wellness-network-and-documentary?teamInvite=tlyJQPoLsWUEEa6nOCoBvbeo4NaOC3MjZCQ30v2uSpkQAOi3mT40SIEuaIriYpsn Pick up some Dark Blue merch or some fresh undies made perfect for your anatomy, guys and girls alike, at www.sheathunderwear.com, 25% off with promo code DARKBLUE. Last but certainly not least, commit the only legal kind of murder, and MURDER YOUR THIRST at www.liquiddeath.com, 10% off with promo code DARKBLUE.

It takes more than just a tough work out or two to be able to compete in a full on body building competition. It takes mental agility, will-power, and a true desire for self improvement of the mind, body and spirit. John Alex talks to Zach about the road of self improvement and the aha moment, involving a bag of Skittles, which led him on the wellness journey of a lifetime. 

This episode pairs well Powers single pot whiskey - Three Swallows Release from Cork, Ireland, and a classic shot of Jameson, neat of course.

Donate to the Into the Dark Blue Brewery Tour fundraiser and help build our national network of men's groups! https://www.gofundme.com/f/mental-wellness-network-and-documentary?teamInvite=tlyJQPoLsWUEEa6nOCoBvbeo4NaOC3MjZCQ30v2uSpkQAOi3mT40SIEuaIriYpsn

Pick up some Dark Blue merch or some fresh undies made perfect for your anatomy, guys and girls alike, at www.sheathunderwear.com, 25% off with promo code DARKBLUE.

Last but certainly not least, commit the only legal kind of murder, and MURDER YOUR THIRST at www.liquiddeath.com, 10% off with promo code DARKBLUE.

He's soft spoken, but his words are sharp! Rohan King is a self made Slam Poety aficionado from a small town in southwestern Australia. In a very short period of time Rohan went from small town poetry slam to performing at the Sydney Opera House, and to his surprise, winning competitions! Zach and Rohan carry on the conversation with Owen Morgan of Man Cove Wellbeing about the power of creativity, and expound on the value of using creativity as an outlet to understand one's masculinity. 

Support the Into the Dark Blue tour fundraiser at https://www.gofundme.com/f/mental-wellness-network-and-documentary?teamInvite=tlyJQPoLsWUEEa6nOCoBvbeo4NaOC3MjZCQ30v2uSpkQAOi3mT40SIEuaIriYpsn

Grab yourself a pair of Sheath Underwear or some Dark Blue merch at www.sheathunderwear.com and get 25% off with promo code: DARKBLUE

Last, but certainly not least, MURDER your summer thirst with 10% off at www.liquiddeath.com, but we understand of this water is too hardcore for you...

WARNING! The methods of enlightenment and self improvement discussed in this episode may be shocking or controversial to some. We do not encourage you to randomly buy an RV and move your family across country, or attempt to find your inner self on 28 grams of magic mushrooms. DO NOT TRY THIS AT HOME! In this episode The Immortal Lion tells Zach all about the journey which took him from unhealthy in suburban Texas to living his best life in the sunshine state.

This episode pairs well with Boochcraft hard kombucha (7% ABV) and Obec Dark Czech (4.5% ABV) Know your limits and drink smart.

Don't forget to pick up some Into the Dark Blue gear or some fresh undies to support men's mental wellness initiatives. Get 25% off with promo code DARKBLUE

If you're feeling a little dehydrated, pick up a case of LIQUID DEATH water for 10% off with promo code DARKBLUE and MURDER YOUR THIRST!