Duration: 59:51 | Recorded on December 20, 2024

Who would you invite to your holiday party? This is the theme of today's episode. The brothers discuss which politicians they'd invite to a holiday gathering and who they'd be most comfortable offering an eggnog to. They consider the public and private personas of politicians, based on their own experiences and anecdotes, and how that might affect a social gathering. The conversation also touches on current political topics, such as government spending, potential cuts to defense, and the debt ceiling. They also talk about the need to challenge one's own beliefs by seeking out different perspectives. The episode ends on a note of unity, emphasizing that family is more important than any political issues.

Show Notes:

Featured Bourbon: Kentucky Owl Rye Whiskey

Featured Rum: Flor de Caña Rum

The guest list:

John Fetterman

Rand Paul

Bernie Sanders

Pete Buttigieg

Chris Cuomo

Stephen A. Smith

Stopgap Spending Deals and Political Gridlock (AP News)

I Bought This Before We Knew Elon was Crazy!

Roe v. Wade

St. Louis gun-toting incident

Duration: 59:32 | Recorded on December 13, 2024

In this episode, the brothers kick off discussing the fall of the Assad regime in Syria and its implications for the Middle East. They express hope for peace and freedom for the Syrian people while acknowledging the uncertainty of the future. The brothers touch upon the killing of the UnitedHealthcare CEO, then move into a discussion about the housing shortage in the US. They examine the factors contributing to the shortage, including immigration, regulations in liberal cities, and the reluctance of builders to construct entry-level homes. They also explore potential solutions, drawing inspiration from countries like South Korea, which has successfully addressed its housing challenges through innovative approaches. They dive into the complexities of the housing issue and reflect on the 2008 housing crisis, emphasizing the importance of avoiding policies that could lead to similar economic instability.

Show Notes

Featured Bourbon: Peerless® Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey

Featured Rum: A cheap rum that shall remain nameless.

How to make a Rum Old Fashioned (YouTube)

Fall of Assad regime in Syria (Wikipedia)

Bashar al-Assad (Wikipedia)

Mysterious Drones in New Jersey (AP News)

Killing of Brian Thompson (Wikipedia)

A Michigan roofers smart plan to end the housing crisis (Washington Post)

Levittown, PA (Wikipedia)

Duration 40:44 | Recorded on December 1, 2024

This episode of the Bourbon and Rum podcast features brothers Kent (liberal rum drinker) and Kyle (conservative bourbon enthusiast) discussing the challenges of civil discourse during the holidays, particularly in the wake of a divisive election. They explore strategies for navigating conversations with family members who hold different political views, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing relationships, finding common ground, and maintaining a sense of humor.

Show Notes

Featured Bourbon: High West Cask Collection Barbados Rum Barrel Finished Bourbon

Featured Rum: Cruzan Black Strap Rum

Here's Why I Decided to Buy ‘InfoWars’

Four Day Weekend

Russian invasion of Ukraine

Elon Musk floats buying MSNBC, but he’s not the only billionaire w