To celebrate the 200th episode of the show, I've decided to turn the microphone inward and have my three favorite people that have ever walked the planet interview me. Thank you for all the years, the shows, emails, and support. This has bee

The Local Bar 199 - Billy Rocks Down To Electric Avenue

Mar 15th, 2024 1h 24m

This week we are joined by our good friend Billy Riot (from the podcasts Riot House Podcast, Beauty in the Breakdown) to talk about some of the things you need to check out at St. Pat's Columbia, why being genuine is important, and who exactly

The Local Bar 198 - Trae Judy

Feb 28th, 2024 1h 5m

If you haven't heard about the St. Patirck's Day festival in Columbia, SC (www.stpatscolumbia.com), you need to check out the website and this interview. There are a million reasons you should go to the festival this year. We give you the mai

The Local Bar 197 - Chris Rhoad (BoatCastChris)

Feb 23rd, 2024 1h 8m

This week we have a conversation with Chris Rhoad (aka BoatCastChris). Chris is the creator and one of the host of The BoatCast Podcast - one of the top music interview podcast going today.

The Local Bar 196 - Tom Hall and Legacy

Jan 26th, 2024 41m 55s

Sometimes I feel like it takes me so long to get some people I know to be on the show. This is a time that I waited too long. Tom Hall was someone you should have known, and he probably had an impact on your life, even if you didn't (certainl

The Local Bar 195 - Don Merckle and a Blacksmith

Jan 19th, 2024 1h

This week, resident musician of the Local Bar Podcast Don Merckle stops by to talk about almost anything but music.

The Local Bar 194 - Hank Thorpe and his Band of Heathens

Jan 12th, 2024 1h 18m

We jump off the new year with a visit from our old friend, brother in podcasting, arch enemy in fantasy football, and master story teller Hank Thorpe to discuss marriage, internet dating, and what a group of friends should look like.

The Local Bar 193 - For Matilda

Dec 1st, 2023 1h 11m

Every day has the chance for you to find out something amazing. It just depends on if you make room for it or not. This show is an example of how it can happen in the strangest places at the saddest times.

The Local Bar 192 - Ray Jennings part 2

Nov 2nd, 2023 52m 32s

The second part of our interview with Ray Jennings.

The Local Bar 191 - Ray Jennings part 1

Oct 27th, 2023 1h

This week, we sit down with Ray Jennings - the man who was falsely convited of murder and had his life on display in the NBC podcast series "The Girl in the Blue Mustang", along with two shows on Dateline. We talk about life, not knowing where

The Local Bar 190 - Brian Petersson

Oct 13th, 2023 1h 1m

This week, we are joined by fellow Rock Boater, Free Bird playing, cool guy Brian Petersson as we discuss music, rediculous ideas, and the ties that bind.

The Local Bar 189 - The Problem with Taylor Swift

Oct 6th, 2023 54m 1s

Alright. Here we go. Thoughts, prayers, and hate mail can go to [email protected].

The Local Bar 188 - Death of a Popular Poet and a Brother

Sep 21st, 2023 52m 53s

Join us this week as we discuss the passing of two people who have had a great impact on our world. Once famous, one not, but both lived in a way that is terribly important to point out.

The Local Bar 187 - July 11, 2005

Jul 20th, 2023 1h 12m

This week we share a story that we never get the time to tell. However, the lessons that are woven into it are some of the most important that we could ever share. The embellishments have been stripped out (to a minimum) and old wounds laid b

The Local Bar 186 - Wayne Cousins

Jun 30th, 2023 1h 9m

This week we sit down with Wayne Cousins to talk about being funny, handling problematic people, and the importanct of getting stiffed for an award.

The Local Bar 185 - Hayes Carll

Jun 22nd, 2023 1h 9m

This week we are joined by singer/songwiter Hayes Carll to talk about his music, the industry, and the secret to being so successfull. Alright, maybe he didn't really talk about that last part, but I did.

The Local Bar 184 - Christian Williams

May 26th, 2023 51m 59s

This week we are joined by local comedian Christian Williams to talk about his upcoming show and where he focuses his writing. Also, what you can learn from funny people.

The Local Bar 183 - Loss

May 19th, 2023 48m 35s

Dealing with, repairing from, and moving on after loss.

The Local Bar 182 - Dave Danna

Apr 13th, 2023 1h

Dave Danna is a big guy doing big things. Part of it is easy to see. Part isn't. If you are feeling "stuck" somewhere in your life, there is probably some inspiration in here that can help. Grab a chair and join us.

The Local Bar 181 - Worry

Apr 7th, 2023 34m 36s

This week we discuss your opportunity to see Don Merckle in a great setting, what I learned from thinking about the Mom Rock interview, and the thing that protects and hinders.

The Local Bar 180 - Joel Dolinger

Mar 24th, 2023 1h 2m

This week, we hang with local funny guy Joel Dolinger about hard work, Powerpoint slides, and how a Keytar can change your whole experience at DragonCon.

The Local Bar 179 - Mom Rock

Mar 15th, 2023 1h 4m

This week, we sit down with the insanely talented band Mom Rock to talk about their music, what challenges they deal with, and what they are up to next. Also, a few sailing tips from yours truly.

The Local Bar 178 - The Welcome Mat

Feb 28th, 2023 53m 37s

This week, we discuss a friend's new show, why you should listen, why we know you don't want to, and one of my five undeniable truths.

The Local Bar 177 - Tejon Street Corner Thieves

Feb 15th, 2023 50m 7s

This week, we are joined by Connor and Shawn of the band Tejon Street Corner Theives. Also, we discuss inspiration, Seinfeld's dentist, and a major announcement.