Books, Bars and Bukowski: A Conversation with Luke Olsen

Books, Bars and Bukowski: A Conversation with Luke Olsen

In the third episode, I'm joined by Luke Olsen, an accomplished local bartending legend and a dealer of rare or odd books. We chat about some ways to know if a book is collectible, reminisce about our time bartending together and discuss the merits of Shakespeare. Pretty full episode. Also, be sure to check out his latest offerings on Instagram, @lukeolsen_rarebooks [https://www.instagram.com/lukeolsen_rarebooks].

Memory is Hunger: A Conversation with Austin Dean

The second episode of the relaunched podcast is a chat with Austin Dean, who recently put out an EP under his artist name Steen that can be purchased here [https://dentapes.bandcamp.com/album/memory-is-hunger] and streamed here [https://open.spotify.com/album/42y0X2SE0sxLZYAsLRPgBN?si=lslfpYcxTeaDuORMWSyMLQ]. He gives a behind-the-scenes look at each song from his record and shares insights you could only get from a musician. Episode brought to you by the Seattle Seafair Pirates.

The Bear Necessities: A Conversation with Brian Henry

The podcast is back! New format, same friends. We start with Brian Henry, an experienced hospitality wizard with insane business chops. We talk about the FX smash hit "The Bear" (no spoilers) and life in the restaurant industry -- the good, the bad and the weird. Episode brought to you by Jim's Gym.

Chitter-Chatter: Bringing back The Friendly

And here you thought we were done. Well, surprise! Consider this a formal announcement of what's coming next from this space.

Episode VII: The Brian Awakens

The Final Five continue to ask me questions about themselves. This time, it’s Brian O’Henry, my IRL best friend and greatest enemy. I got a perfect score. How many can you get?