The Mortal Machine Gallery Podcast

Gabe and Chris take on Frenchman street with an impromptu Pod 

While Chris is on the road, Gabe sits down with California based artist Dustin Myers on the balcony of the Gallery.

Gabe and Chris sit down in the No Dice Lounge Green Room with the legendary Mini Kiss! The band opens up about life on the road, the wild energy of performing as a world-famous tribute act, the chaos of touring, women, and, of course, the unforgettable tales of the infamous Fat Tammy.

From backstage antics to behind-the-scenes laughs, this episode brings the party straight to your screen. Pour yourself a drink and buckle up — this is one you won’t forget!

Get ready for a wild ride! On this episode of Two Drink Minimum, Gabe and Chris sit down with “Fat Tammy”, the infamous guitarist from the world-famous MINIKISS — the ultimate tribute band to the legendary KISS!

They dive into life on the road, crazy fan stories, and what it’s like rocking stadiums in full KISS style. This one’s got laughs, drinks, and behind-the-scenes secrets you won’t hear anywhere else!

Gabe and Chris take Two Drink Minimum to Muriel’s Jackson Square, one of New Orleans’ most haunted restaurants, for an unforgettable night in the French Quarter. Over handcrafted cocktails in the world-famous Séance Room, they swap ghost stories, dive into Muriel’s chilling history, and explore the supernatural side of the Big Easy.

Between laughs, eerie tales, and a few raised glasses, this episode blends comedy with New Orleans’ haunted charm — and might just leave you questioning what lurks beyond the veil.

This episode is all about the culture of hidden bars, speakeasy vibes, and the strange, hilarious characters you only meet when you spend enough nights wandering around New Orleans. Our guest is Uznea, owner and creative director of Tell Me Bar.

Nestled in the heart of New Orleans, Tell Me is New Orleans’ premier wine bar—where refined tastes meet a sultry, speakeasy vibe. Sip on curated vintages while savoring artfully crafted sushi in an ambiance that's equal parts elegant and enigmatic, making every visit feel like a decadent secret.

As always, the episode drifts into art, comedy, and the unpredictable energy that surrounds the Mortal Machine / Open Mic From Hell orbit of New Orleans creatives.

If you love late-night bar conversations, weird city lore, and a couple of guys chasing the next great story over drinks, this episode is for you.

In Episode 4 of Two Drink Minimum, Chris Trew and Gabe Schaefer dive into the glamorous, chaotic, and uniquely New Orleans worlds of champagne culture, drag queens, and bounce music. Featuring the dazzling Drag Queen "Bubbles" and a high-energy bounce rapper "504 Icy Girl."

Recorded on location in the French Quarter, the conversation bounces between nightlife stories, the personalities that make the city tick, and the energy of the local scene where art, music, and performance constantly collide. From champagne-fueled celebrations to the unmistakable rhythms of New Orleans bounce, this episode captures the kind of night you can only have in this city.

As always, expect plenty of laughs, tangents, and behind-the-scenes stories from the art and comedy worlds orbiting Mortal Machine Gallery and the broader New Orleans creative scene.

Welcome to Episode 3 of Two Drink Minimum — the show where we crack drinks, talk art + comedy, and let the conversation go wherever it wants.

This one’s recorded in New Orleans with Gabriel Schaefer (Mortal Machine Gallery) and Chris Trew (Open Mic From Hell / Hell Yes Creative) — and it gets beautifully unhinged in the best way.

We’re joined by two guests who meet for the first time on mic:

🎨 Rachael Bridge — featured in Mortal Machine’s current 3-person show “Mood Lighting” alongside Alex Garant and Ruby Roth. Rachel talks about her painting process (shooting her own references, directing models, building atmosphere with lighting), what makes a great opening night, and the weird realities of showing work in non-art venues.

🎤 Catie Santos — New Orleans comedian + producer (and Open Mic From Hell regular) who’s approaching her one-year anniversary producing shows in the city. Katie breaks down what it’s like building comedy from scratch, producing “shows in places that shouldn’t have shows,” and the difference between producing for ego vs producing for the experience.

And then… Catie drops an all-timer story:

 She almost became the lead of a cruise-based reality dating show with her online “Splenda Friend” — complete with a proposed on-camera engagement storyline, big money, and a 12-episode order that she ultimately walked away from.

Also in the mix:

• Urban South beers and judging beer by the can like it’s gallery art
• Reality TV debates (Rock of Love supremacy, Jersey Shore, Love Island, Big Brother)
• Comedy vs art: what gets thrown at you (beers vs paintings), and why it hits different
• Why galleries don’t accept submissions (and how curation really works)
• Social media’s impact on artists and galleries — and why “follower stats” can be a red flag in both art and comedy

If you’re into New Orleans culture, creative hustle, behind-the-scenes art world talk, or comedy producer brain, this episode is for you.

Guests:
Rachel Bridge — IG: @raechelbridge | rachelbridgeart.com
Catie Santos — IG: @casuallycatie

Mortal Machine Gallery: mortalmachine.nola.com
 Visit in the French Quarter: 940 Royal Street

Step inside a late-night French Quarter hang where cocktails get crafted, reality gets bent, and every story sounds half-illegal.

Chris and Gabe are joined by masters of mixology and sleight-of-hand to talk about what really goes into creating unforgettable nights in New Orleans — behind the bar and behind the curtain.

From building the perfect drink… to building the perfect illusion… this episode dives into the overlap between hospitality, performance, psychology, and straight-up showmanship.

If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to control a room — whether with a shaker tin or a deck of cards — this one’s for you.

Recorded on location in the French Quarter. Strong drinks. Stronger stories.

In Episode One, Gabe and Chris kick things off with a wild ride of laughs and unexpected truths as they sit down with two New Orleans artists. Emily Nestor is a true crime podcast host and professional adult entertainer. Alongside her is local New Orleans comedian Troy Duchane. The four discuss art, comedy, and New Orleans over a glass of moonshine in a mason jar. The conversation gets hilarious—and surprisingly deep—real quick.