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In this Episode:

(TW: Rape, Abuse)

When Julie was sexually assaulted by the head of a prominent animal rights organization, she learned the limitations of her own rights in the “progressive” community. And then we hear from Tod, who saved a three legged dog and named it named Piggy. But who really saved who?

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About the Guests:

Tod Emko is a conservationist from New York City. He started Darwin Animal Doctors to fill the void and bring qualified vets to Galapagos to help all animals of the islands. Buy A Piggy’s Tale!

Julie Henry is a total badass activist and is The Bartender’s hero.

Check out this video about Piggy helping children.

Here is a pic of Tod, Julie, Katharine and Piggy:

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Music Credits:

“Setting Sun” by Chris Powers

“The Stars of Track and Field” by Belle and Sebastian

“Bachelorette” by Björk

“Since U Been Gone” by Ted Leo & The Pharmacists

“Bottled in Cork” by Ted Leo & The Pharmacists

Episode 85: Rear, Window

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In this Episode:

Jillian knew at a young age that she was obsessed with spankings. When she finally found a person who shared her fetish, her eyes were opened up to a whole new world. Unfortunately, someone else was watching.

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About the Guest:

Jillian Keenan is a writer, journalist, and Shakespeare geek in New York City. Buy her first book, SEX WITH SHAKESPEARE, immediately. Here she is being awesome:

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Photo by Marion Ettlinger

Music Credits:

“Setting Sun” by Chris Powers

“Somewhere Only We Know” by Keane

“Bottled in Cork” by Ted Leo & The Pharmacists

Episode 83: Building a Backbone

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In this Episode:

High school is hard enough, but what do you do when a gym teacher threatens to expose a secret? Mary faced that challenge, and managed to fight it with a new found superpower. We then hear from Brandon who, on a whim, took a trip to Peru that had him facing some serious fears. Let’s just say he may or may have not eaten a rat.

About the Guests:

Mary Iannone works at Breakthrough, a fantastic human rights organization. Here she is cheering on her favorite team and being totally awesome:

Brandon Collins is a stand-up comedian, actor and producer. He is one half of the fantastic duo Comedy Outliers. Get tickets to Brandon’s 30th Birthday and listen to his incredible podcasts: Brandon Knows Nothing and Medium Popcorn! Here he is looking curious, yet all-knowing:

Music Credits:

“Setting Sun” by Chris Powers

“Happens All The Time” by Chris Powers

“Skies Split” by Electric Turn To Me

“Bittersweet” by Chris Powers

“Bottled in Cork” by Ted Leo & The Pharmacists

Episode 81: Trucker Tales

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In this Episode:

Wali, a very safe driver, was recently hired by a trucking company. During his month on the road with a trainer, he learned a lot more than how to make wide turns. PLUS The Bartender has a “New Awesome Podcast” alert – check out The Podcast of Color!

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About the Guest:

Sulayman A-wali AKA Wali is the best. Here he is being awesome:

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Music Credits:

“Setting Sun” by Chris Powers

“You Said Something” by PJ Harvey

“Bottled in Cork” by Ted Leo & The Pharmacists

Episode 79: Finding Your Voice

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In this Episode:

The Bartender was recently approached by a band of Gypsies. Yes, a rock band of brothers who are Gypsies. In this very special episode, we hear about what it was like growing up, what it means to be a Gypsy, and how their band, The MXT, came to be. And then one of the brothers makes The Bartender cry with a moving and inspirational story. Hide your babies… KIDDING! They don’t steal babies. But gather your hankies.

Then, The Bartender shares a short story about her encounter with a shitstain of a human garbage monster right before the interview.

About the Guests:

The MXT is an upcoming Alternative Pop Rock band that is trending around the New York music scene. They’ve developed a notorious reputation on stage as well as off the stage. With a thrive for success and a passion for music that cannot be satisfied, the band’s goal is to innovate music. They’ve received massive amounts of praise for their skillful songwriting, intense guitar playing, energizing beats and amazingly powerful vocals. No one comes close.

The MXT consist of members:

Frank Bohr (Lead vocalist)
Joseph Frank (Guitarist/songwriter and keyboardist)
Ricky Frank (Bassist/Songwriter and band leader)
Joshua Frank (Drummer/percussionist)

Here they are looking sexy AF:

And watch them here!

Music Credits:

“Setting Sun” by Chris Powers

“Pleasure” by The MXT

“She’s Fine” The MTX

“Bottled in Cork” by Ted Leo & The Pharmacists

Episode 78: Cool Cats

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In this Episode:

Liz was asked to watch a pair of very expensive Bengal cats for a week. Three months later, they were still in her home, and the owner was suspiciously jet-setting the world with her new boyfriend. Or was she? Liz accidentally embarked on a quest for said owner, a journey that involved Tijuana, background checks, monitored phone lines, and meth.

Then Earl, a musician (and The Bartender’s “prom date”), talks about the time he accidentally broke a young fan’s heart. He had a really good reason.

PLUS hear The Bartender’s attempt at commercial writing!

About the Guests:

Liz is currently an MPH student in Washington, DC and hops around from various jobs and internships. When she isn’t watching cats that do not belong to her, she cohosts the podcasts “Epilogue” which talks about books and book news. She also has a blog called “Uncorked, Unwrapped” where (when she has time…) she pairs wine and candy. Below are pics of Liz in a sweet selfie, and the cats:

Earl was born and raised in Queens, NYC and began studying classical violin at age four. In fifth grade, he was given a dubbed cassette tape of Metallica’s “Master of Puppets” that altered his perspective irrevocably, and began incorporating his love of metal and hardcore into violin playing. He’s been featured in The Strad, Strings Magazine, Vice, and Guitar World. Earl is currently a member of the experimental grindcore/metal duo Black Heart Sutra and new music/hardcore crossover string quartet seven)suns. He lives in Brooklyn, New York with his partner Jennifer DeVore and kid, and teaches music privately. Here he is looking like a badass:

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Music Credits:

“Setting Sun” by Chris Powers

“Parklife” by Blur

“Steal My Sunshine” by LEN

“Yama” by seven)suns

“Yama (vocal mix) by seven)suns

“Bottled in Cork” by Ted Leo & The Pharmacists

Episode 77: Prete Moderno

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In this Episode:

After college, “Rosemary” spent some time in Italy working as a tour guide, learning about local customs and taking in the church. Her roommate was also getting to know the church, biblically. “Rosemary” has chosen to remain anonymous.

PLUS an update to “SquirrelGate”, and The Bartender gets sappy on the podcast’s three year anniversary.

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Show: 7:30 PM
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Union Hall, Brooklyn NY

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Since the guest is anonymous, here’s a picture of an Italian church:

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Music Credits:

“Setting Sun” by Chris Powers

“Ain’t That A Kick In The Head” by Dean Martin

“I See a Darkness” by Johnny Cash

“Bottled in Cork” by Ted Leo & The Pharmacists

Episode 76: Risky Business

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In this Episode:

Sally, generally a very risk averse person, was pressured into white water rafting. It turns out there’s a reason Sally should not go white water rafting. Then Tyler joins The Bartender to talk about an unexpected adventure that ended in a skydiving trip. The skydiving wasn’t nearly as exciting as what happened a few hours before.

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Union Hall, Brooklyn NY

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About the guest:

Sally Tamarkin is a brilliant writer, friend, person, is great on Twitter. She is also Katharine’s co-host on The Struggle Bus. Here she is looking relaxed and casual:

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Tyler would like to stay anonymous so he can continue to have adventures and stories.

Music Credits:

“Setting Sun” by Chris Powers

“L.S.F.” by Kasabian

“Laid” by James

“Your Woman” by White Town

“Bottled in Cork” by Ted Leo & The Pharmacists

Episode 73: The Universe!

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In this Episode:

The universe works in mysterious ways. Just ask Rosa. In a single night, Rosa was able to overcome feelings about something from her past, impress an idol, and get some sweet, sweet action. She also blows The Bartender’s mind when Rosa’s story ties into something very intimate about Katharine.

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Music suggestions this week from Naz T. Nate! Check out his work here.

About the guest:

Rosa is a brilliant neuroscientist, friend and person who is hilarious and has stories for days. Katharine is also in love with her. Here is a picture of Rosa and Katharine getting cozy:

Music Credits:

“Setting Sun” by Chris Powers

“Take On Me” by Aha, remixed by The Polish Ambassador

“Rain” by Wildlight

“Bottled in Cork” by Ted Leo & The Pharmacists

Episode 71: Relationships and Rumblestrips

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In this Episode:

Lana recalls a very special night that made her an honorary New Yorker. It’s also a PSA on why you should never share towels. Then Wali talks about growing up Muslim, why he stopped practicing, and how he told his family. Then he and The Bartender tell sTOURies (and secrets) about some of the shenanigans that went down on the Keith and The Girl tour (Wali was the tour bus driver).

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About the guests:

Lana Russell is an incredible director and artistic director of Story People Theater Group. She’s also the nicest person ever. Here she is hanging out and being awesome:

Sulayman A-wali AKA Wali is a very safe driver and did not crash the tour bus. Here are some shots from the tour!

Master driver:

The bus:

Owning the bull:

Stuck on the bus:

NEVER BEFORE SEEN FOOTAGE OF THE LAST NIGHT:

Music Credits:

“Setting Sun” by Chris Powers

“Everybody Knows” by Leonard Cohen

“Streethawk 1” by Destroyer

“Roll With It” by Oasis

“Bottled in Cork” by Ted Leo & The Pharmacists

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Tag Archives: Ted Leo and the Pharmacists

Episode 87: Service Dogs > Brogressives

Episode 85: Rear, Window

Episode 83: Building a Backbone

Episode 81: Trucker Tales

Episode 79: Finding Your Voice

Episode 78: Cool Cats

Episode 77: Prete Moderno

Episode 76: Risky Business

Episode 73: The Universe!

Episode 71: Relationships and Rumblestrips