The theme song makes me want to kill my family. I eventually set my player (Overcast) to skip the intro and outro so that I don’t have to hear it a anymore.

Sother and Greg! Please invest in some quality microphones and recording/podcasting equipment. I started listening to the show many years ago but you guys have not evolved technically with the rest of the podcast world. Content is great but it’s painful to listen to such horrible audio quality. Greg especially- it sounds like you’re calling in from a pay phone inside a very large hollow room. I understand you stopped recording in person from Roberta’s when the pandemic hit, but that was four years ago now. For the sake of your listeners, please fix this!

Have really enjoyed the stories and learning! #I❤️SE! JDShult

It’s so fun to hear bartenders I’ve been a fan of chat. Haven’t tried the mountain Suze yet— weirdly, I can’t find Mountain Dew easily here in boston either?? And I just didn’t try as hard— but I did end up dusting off the Suze bottle at the back of my shelf & remembering how good it is on its own! Honestly this podcast gives me way too many ideas about what to try. #I❤️SE

Love listening to all things liquid, excited to continue to learn more! #I❤️SE

#I❤️SE great podcast!

A short time listener but immediate fan here, excellent recording quality and years of expertise to draw from! #I❤️SE

There are so many great episodes in the backlog, I listen to this every day on the way home after closing up the bar. More Giuseppe Gonzalez and Sam + Mickey please! #I❤️SE

I listen to every episode diligently, thanks so much for making this. also love you sother 😘

@speakeasydrinkwell #I ❤️ SE Each week is a can’t miss conversation with the best in the business of hospitality and cocktail culture. I raise a glass in gratitude to all that you do to bring this show to us.

If you like nerdy beverage things you will love this. Educational but not full of pretense #I♥️SE

#I♥️SE I absolutely love throwing this on and learning. I have been so intrigued in cocktails and spirits and this podcast definitely helps me learn and grow. Appreciate all the knowledge

I may not be able to get to NYC anytime soon but it’s nice to hear what some of my unofficial mentors have to say about the industry and culture. Stay safe all! #kitmewithyourbestshot

Good times.

I found this podcast in a round about way but it’s quickly become one of my favorite spirits/bars/industry shows. The guys are fun to listen to, the guests are knowledgeable and engaging, and it’s obvious each show is well thought out and prepared for. A great listen!

I’ve been listening to Speak Easy for many years. I love it. But, I just tried to listen to Ducks On The Water. Totally unlistenable because of background noise. Seriously, Souther? You’ve been doing this for a long time. You should have it down, technically, by now. The young lady in the piece sounded enthusiastic and fun and smart. But I’ll never know how much because of the noise. You couldn’t find a quiet spot to interview her?!? So, awesome podcast, but this particular one was let down by lack of preparation. If you don’t take the time to set up and do a nice sounding pod why should we spend the time to listen?

This is my favorite podcast. As an aspiring bartender/service professional, I love all the guests they bring on every week and learning about spirits, cocktails, history, and hospitality.

Damon and Sother are informative and fun, both good interviewers with great guests. Both have a great set of pipes too! (I mean their voices lol)

Insightful and engaging content from a passionate professional. Love the guests and the banter. Keep it up!

One of my favorite podcasts. They aren’t afraid to talk about the reality of the industry, couldn’t recommend more!

I don’t recall how I first heard about this podcast, but now I can hardly go a day without listening. (Given that the show has been running for so many years, there’s no shortage of episodes to catch up on.) I typically listen to two episodes while I ride my bike — and I frequently find myself stopping to take notes. There’s so much knowledge to gain from listening to the discussions that Damon and Sother have with other industry folks, and in particular I love hearing about specific brands that I may have otherwise never explored in the crowded marketplace. I can’t recommend this show enough and I talk about it constantly to friends. Cheers to many more episodes, and hope to meet you guys before the end of the year.

My Son, who has been living in NY for nearly nine years now, and himself a Bartender, introduced me through his roommate Blake Walker, who is working the Bar@ Amor Y Amargo on the lower East side! So one night last December I went with Danny, and was amazed how a little place like that can create such an electrifying atmosphere! So when I visited again a couple of days later, by myself, I was treated like a VIP! Given I'm 65(not that this is ever an issue to me), it feels nice to feel welcome! I have been back last May, when I briefly met Sother, and could tell that he was not just an intelligent business man, but a gentleman. I cannot wait to visit the new place in Brooklyn come December! Gilda Fulco, Seattle, WA.✌️

It’s just the best.

Obsession because I'm obsessed with this podcast. It's clever, thoughtful, curious, and fun. Giggles because that always is what I wind up doing while I'm listening - there are many reasons to chuckle and laugh as well. Bonus: I learn A LOT from these hosts and their guests!

Whether you're a bartender, supplier, aspiring beverage professional, or even just an enthusiast, this podacast should be in your regular rotation.

Absolutely essential listening for cocktail enthusiasts.

Talented hosts, fascinating guests, and engaging conversation has made The Speakeasy a part of my regular podcast rotation. Thanks for putting out such an awesome show fellas - keep up the great work! 🙌

Great hosts + great guests = great show. Keep it up

Love this podcast! As an industry professional, it’s good to hear from so many people with so many perspectives! Keep it up guys! It’s insightful and clever and incredibly informative.

This is easily one of my top 5 favorite podcasts. It's always a good time learning about booze while having some laughs. Damon and Sother are awesome and their guests are always fantastic. Keep up the good work!

As an enthusiast, I appreciate the insight and knowledge that this show brings to me every time I listen. Thanks you two!

Does anyone else ever tire of Sother Teague talking about himself/his endeavors? Damon was always the consummate host; he only allowed the guests to talk about him and his accolades. 5 stars Damon + 3 stars Sother = 4 stars. Great show, great guests, maybe just keep the overt self promotion to social media?

I listen every week and always learn something new.

Lov the show and look forward to it every week.

I love listening to this podcast! It is like hanging with pals and hear what is new and relevant in the bar I distort from events to authors to notable bartenders. Check it out!

They don’t take themselves to seriously, but still keep it informative.

I've learned a ton from listening.

I've been listening for a little while now it's enjoyable, not super educational. More of a cocktail Drive-Time show than anything. Wisconsin Dairy Board really needs to keep sponsoring the show, I get a good chuckle out hearing Souther's stupid quib about milk and cheese. Also not a fan of him dropping anti-union sound bites every so often. There's a big world outside of lower Manhattan.

I have binge listened to the show & I do love the knowledge, guests & product info. The only constructive criticism I have is, and I'm not trying to be mean, is finish your thoughts better. There is a lot of stammering, "Well....I mean....umm....so....what I....so...." gets a little frustrating. But otherwise it's a great show! Cheers!

It’s “car talk” for bartenders. Amazing podcast. This has been incredibly helpful for me, as a bartender, by furthering my education and inspiring me. A++, 10 gold stars, 7 grammys, 5 james beard awards.

I want to be a guest - just a chill podcast all the way around

I implore you to start this from the beginning. This podcast is like being a fly on the wall listening to a conversation between cocktail Gods.

I'm biased, as I'm friends with Damon and many of his interviewees, but the booze tinged (if not soaked) anecdotes are always fun.

I don't know how I never came across this podcast. Great guests, great host, great subject. I can't believe it's been on for over a year, I have a lot of catching up to do.

Great show.