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"If This Bar Could Talk" is a podcast about bartenders and the stories they have to tell. We also delve into the creative process of the bartender, learn about spirits and the history of cocktails all while sipping on a libation crafted by our guest.
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- Sep 5, 2026
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- Jul 10, 2026
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Pouring Through History (opens the original)
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In this episode we sit down with Mike Feist, bar manager at Soul at The Joseph Hotel. Mike has worn many hats — trained chef, amateur historian, and one of Columbus’s most creative bartenders — but the through‑line is simple: he fell in love with bartending and never looked back. Mike pulls back the curtain on his passion project, a meticulously researched menu of historic Columbus cocktails resurrected from bars that no longer exist. We explore how he tracked down forgotten recipes, the stories
Magic Behind The Stick (opens the original)
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What do you get when a magician walks behind the bar? In this episode, we’re hanging out with Chris Marek, bar lead at the Still House Bar at DoG Distilling Company in Lewis Center, to hear how he traded magic tricks for cocktail shakers. Chris is part storyteller, part bartender, and an all-around good time. He’s helping bring Columbus’ craft cocktail scene to the suburbs while doing what he loves alongside some pretty great people. From sleight of hand to shaking things up behind the bar, Chri
Cheech (opens the original)
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In this episode, we sit down with Cheech Kinsway, Bar Manager at Palm Valley Cocktails who is proving that a great bar doesn't just serve cocktails, it serves its community. From hosting life-saving CPR seminars and American Sign Language nights to rallying the industry for the Campari Day of Service, Cheech is redefining hospitality in Columbus. Visit Cheech at Palm Valley Cocktails located at 6770 Riverside Drive, Dublin, OH, open every day at 4:00 pm
Malört, Anyone? (opens the original)
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In this episode we sit down with Justin and Sean from Sweeney's Tavern. Located in the historic Franklinton neighborhood, this community bar boasts creative craft cocktails, classic beers (aka "Dad" beers), a record player and plenty of shenanigans. And there is Malört, lots of it; Malört shots, Malört infusions, Malört cocktails. So dig out your LPs and head to Sweeney's for a good time and Malört, if you dare.
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