Vortex Radio

Vortex Radio

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Vortex Radio episodes

  • Vortex Radio Ep28 - Bantam Not Batman

    Bantam may mean small chicken, but there ain't no tiny cocks on this podcast! Kenn Taylor, co-owner of Bantam Pub in the Old Fourth Ward neighborhood, comes on and talks about the changes he's seen in the area, hipsters and how much he’d like to see VBC in a ball gag.

    34 min
  • Vortex Radio Ep 27 - Dublin Your Fun

     

    This week we finally got Dublin, our Little 5 Points General Manager, to join the podcast. If you love our bar in L5P, you’ll want to listen to get the inside scoop on what goes on behind the big Laughing Skull. Don’t let Dublin fool you. She’s a rebel.

    31 min
  • Vortex Radio Ep26 - Carla Is Outta Here

    This week is bittersweet! We are saying goodbye to Little 5 bartender Carla after 18 years of badass employment. Listen to us look back on the good, the bad, the crazy and the strip clubs! Speaking of crazy....Suzanne's here, too. You're welcome!

    45 min
  • Vortex Radio Ep25 - A Whole LOTTA Love

    Hey there folks. I'm gonna cut to the chase here. We got Myrna Perez! founder and owner of LottaFrutta and MAN was she awesome. One of my personal faves! Listen in as Michael and the guys get down and dirty on how it all began while Myrna shows  Michael how to talk with a proper Spanish accent. This one is spicy!

    38 min
  • Vortex Radio Ep24 - Bob Place and American Dirtbags!

    On this episode we have the infamous Bob Place! Creator of American Dirtbags! Listen in as the guys talk about the movie and what went on behind the scenes. Listen in and discover how the sausage was made! If you love The Vortex, you're gonna love this guy and the movie!

    37 min
  • Vortex Radio Ep23 - Let Us Play With Your Joystick

    This is a Good one folks! Top of the top when it comes to podcasts. On tonights Vortex Radio we have Johnny and Brandon, owners of the famous JOYSTICK GAME BAR!! These guys are probably the funniest pair guests we've had. Listen to how it it all got started. Sit back grab a whisky and get your GAME ON!

    37 min
  • Vortex Radio Ep21 - King of Pops-Cast!

    How would we survive these Atlanta summers without King of Pops?? This week Vortex Radio is happy to have Steven Carse, the King himself, on the show. Kick back, chill out, and listen to the tale of another Atlanta based success. What's your flavor?

    34 min
  • Vortex Radio Ep20 - We Wantza Ammazza!

    What's your favorite Atlanta pizza? If Ammazza isn't on your list, then you either haven't tried it or you're just wrong. Meet Hugh, co-owner of Amazza, in this weeks episode. Pizza and burgers? What a beautiful combination.

    33 min
  • Vortex Radio Ep19 - Take Me To Church!!

    If you've been to the Vortex, more than likely you've been to Sister Louisa's Church. On this episode we have the legendary Grant Henry, owner and purveyor of one of our favorite spots in ATL. You know the place, so sit back and open you're earholes, and listen to how it all happened!

    28 min

About Vortex Radio

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Congratulations! You’ve found the world’s premier bar and restaurant-themed podcast. "Vortex Radio" will bring you some of the most authentic discussions about the bar business and the hospitality industry that you're likely to find anywhere, and from every angle imaginable. Hosted by Michael Benoit (Co-owner of The Vortex) and Rebecca Taub (General Manager of our Midtown location), podcast guests will include working servers and bartenders, other bar and restaurant owners, chefs, customers, local celebrities and anyone else with a unique perspective on the hospitality industry.