Sports and Spirits

Sports and Spirits

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Sports and Spirits episodes

  • Tales of the Cocktail preview and NBA free agency

    Big show this week after a bit of a summer break. We start off the show talking with Neal Bodenheimer about this year's Tales of the Cocktail. What changes can we expect and what is the new mission for the organization. Plus what it's been like to run two of the best bars in New Orleans.

    Then we transition to sports. Hank and Nathan are joined by our new team member Adam Aikens. We'll run down a couple beer picks for you on this 4th of July weekend. After that a discussion on NBA free agency.

    We'll wrap it up with our thoughts on the MLB season as we head towards the All-Star break.

    As always thanks for listening!

    54 min
  • College World Series preview, World Cup and U.S. Open talk

    Big weekend ahead! Matt and Hank are back to break down a huge weekend of sports just in time for Father's Day.

    We'll start by giving our thoughts on a couple whiskies that we have recently tried.

    Then it's on to the College World Series. It's one of our favorite events. We pick who we think has the best chance to win.

    Then we'll talk about the World Cup, U.S. Open, and some recent controversy over LeBron's hand.

    Thanks for listening!

    47 min
  • NBA and NHL playoff discussion plus NCAA baseball tournament

    Matt and Hank are back to discuss a couple recent beers they've tried lately.

    After that get our thoughts on the NHL and NBA playoffs. What we expect for each series going forward.

    We'll talk a little NASCAR and college baseball to wrap it up and tell you why you should be watching the NCAA baseball tournament this weekend.

    As always thanks for listening!

    28 min
  • Smirnoff Red White and Berry Review

    Big show this week as Matt and Hank are back to talk about the latest happenings in the worlds of sports and spirits.

    We'll start the show talking about some breweries we have recently tried followed by our thoughts on the Supreme Court ruling allowing sports gambling on the national level.

    After that it's review time as we talk about Smirnoff Red White and Berry. We'll give you our thoughts and some recipes for the summer.

    We'll wrap it up with our take on the NHL and NBA playoffs and how we see things playing out.

    44 min
  • NBA conference finals picks

    Matt and Hank are back with a sports heavy show this week. We're talking NBA playoffs as we make our picks for the conference finals.

    After that we'll talk baseball and where we stand so far in the MLB season.

    Then it's on to the NFL. Prop bets are out for the top 5 rookie QBs and whether they start the most games for their teams this season.

    We'll wrap it up with our thoughts on the NHL playoffs and the season the Knights have had.

    Thanks for listening!

    44 min
  • Kentucky Derby preview

    It's Kentucky Derby Week! Matt and Hank are back with a big show this week to get you ready for the big day.

    We start off the show with our Vegas insider Raphael Esparza. He has great insight as always on which horses could compete for the title and how you should bet the race. Plus a look at some NFL season win totals and insider info you don't want to miss.

    After that we take a look at some bourbons and whiskies to drink this weekend. We'll chat with Cullen McGoey of Western Brands about his line of products. Some great products that you will want to have in your glass during the race.

    Then we'll wrap up the show talking NFL draft. We give you our thoughts on which teams helped themselves and which teams didn't.

    As always thanks for listening!

    55 min
  • Naples Beach Brewery and NFL draft

    We're back! Due to some scheduling issues we have missed a few weeks. We'll have a lot more content over the next couple of months but today we come back with Hank Allen flying solo.

    We'll start by talking with Naples Beach Brewery. A great craft brewery in Naples, Florida. Really a fun visit with the owner Will, and they produce some great stuff.

    After that Hank gives his thoughts on the NFL Draft first round and NBA playoffs.

    Thanks for joining us!

    This week's guest:

    Will Lawson Founder/Owner - Naples Beach Brewery https://www.naplesbeachbrewery.com/

    27 min
  • Final Four preview and MLB season predictions

    Matt and Hank are here to break down a busy sports weekend.

    We'll start buy discussing the Final Four and who we think will take each game and why.

    After that it's on to our MLB season predictions. Get our picks for each division and wild card winners, plus who we expect to see in each LCS at the end of the year.

    We'll wrap it up with some big changes to come out of NFL owners' meetings and what it means for the season.

    42 min
  • NCAA Sweet 16 Analysis and Surly Brewing

    The tournament continues! After a wild first weekend Matt and Hank are back to talk about what we feel is the best tournament weekend ever. Plus how do we see things playing out from here.

    Then we head to Minneapolis to check in with Surly Brewing. Great brewery and a cool partnership they have with the Minnesota United soccer team.

    We'll also discuss some headlines from the NBA including the Cleveland Cavaliers chances at making the finals.

    Then we wrap up with a discussion about money in college sports. What should be done for programs with smaller athletic budgets, and are athletic programs benefiting schools with budget shortfalls overall.

    This week's guest:

    Jerrod Johnson Head Brewer-Surly Brewing http://surlybrewing.com/

    1 hr 16 min
  • NCAA tournament preview and NFL trade talk

    Matt and Hank start off talking NFL free agency. Which moves do we think will have the most impact?

    Then Matt and Hank bring in Nathan to talk brackets. We give you all of our picks starting with the Sweet 16. Plus a look at the women's bracket.

    54 min

About Sports and Spirits

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Sports and Spirits is a weekly podcast discussing the biggest events in the world of sports as well as some of the local establishments, breweries, wineries, and restaurants at the location of these…