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Ep.21 – Met Her at the Bar

As we gear toward Valentine’s Day, Dr. Xander Gerrymander and Dr. K talk about first dates at the bar.

As we gear toward Valentine’s Day, Dr. Xander Gerrymander and Dr. K talk about first dates at the bar. In this episode they delve into meeting for the first time at bars in this online dating world, some do’s and don’ts, and how to ask your bartender to keep an eye out if this is the first time you’ve met someone, and as a bartender, what to keep tabs on

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Ep.20 – Common Courtesy at the Bar

It’s a new year!! And in case anyone needed a refresher (and some of you do), Dr. Xander Gerrymander and Dr. K wade into certain bits of common courtesy at the bar.

It’s a new year!! And in case anyone needed a refresher (and some of you do), Dr. Xander Gerrymander and Dr. K wade into certain bits of common courtesy at the bar. Should I, as a patron, help bus? Should I try to pick up broken glass? How can I as a bartender let guests know if you’re short staffed? Can I just take a coaster? 

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Ep.19 – Mentoring Bartenders (with Nick Flower)

Is it Too Soon to have Nick Flower back on? We think not!

Is it Too Soon to have Nick Flower back on? We think not! Dr. Xander Gerrymander and Dr. K discuss the psychology of mentoring new bartenders, whether they be seasoned or just babies and, as a new bar owner, how to shape your vision when you might have a stubborn (albeit great) old hand, and if you are seasoned, how to respect the new boss’ vision of their

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Ep.18 – My bartender, My Performer (with Rachel Reckless)

In this new year, Dr. Xander Gerrymander and Dr. K navigate the realm of what it’s like to pull a duel roll in performing on stage (in any capacity) and also bartending.

In this new year, Dr. Xander Gerrymander and Dr. K navigate the realm of what it’s like to pull a duel roll in performing on stage (in any capacity) and also bartending. We’re joined again with special guest Rachel Reckless and she talks about dealing with this very issue, the do’s and don’ts as a customer, and the nuances of setting boundaries. 

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Ep.17 – NYE!

If you’re hearing this podcast, you’ve made it to 2024!! Congrats!!... maybe. Goodness, what’s that pounding in my head?

If you’re hearing this podcast, you’ve made it to 2024!! Congrats!!... maybe. Goodness, what’s that pounding in my head? Why … what? Guh… Fear not! Dr. Xander Gerrymander and Dr. K have just the cure for what ales you! We get listener feedback from other bartenders and patrons as to their best hangover cures and preventive steps you can take to make sure

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Ep.16 – Christmas at the Bar

On today’s episode, Dr. Xander Gerrymander and Dr. K talk about the holiday season at the bar!

On today’s episode, Dr. Xander Gerrymander and Dr. K talk about the holiday season at the bar! What is it like for your bartender, who (probably) has signed away every holiday ever? Who shows up? Is it folks with nowhere else to go or is it friends and family? And what can bar owners and managers do to show a little love for their employees or help

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Ep.15 – Holiday Drinks

On this Christmas Day, Dr. Xander Gerrymander and Dr. K take a step back from their normal topics and instead, talk to you about drinks you and your friends and family might enjoy on this day!

On this Christmas Day, Dr. Xander Gerrymander and Dr. K take a step back from their normal topics and instead, talk to you about drinks you and your friends and family might enjoy on this day! What to drink in the morning? Evening? Night caps? They share their joy with all of you and even drop a few tips and recipes for everyone! 

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Ep.14 – Creating a New Bar (with Nick Flower)

Opening time for a brand new Portland bar as Dr. Xander Gerrymander and Dr. K talk with Nick Flower about why the heck would anyone want to open their own bar.

Opening time for a brand new Portland bar as Dr. Xander Gerrymander and Dr. K talk with Nick Flower about why the heck would anyone want to open their own bar. They go in depth with the mindset and reasons one might embark on this endeavor and the psychology of creating a place of their own. They ask … why? And why a few more times. 

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Ep.13 – Gender at the Bar (with Rachael Reckless)

In this edition, Dr. Xander Gerrymander and Dr. K discuss the role gender plays when you’re behind the pine with their first ever very special guest, Rachael Reckless!!

In this edition, Dr. Xander Gerrymander and Dr. K discuss the role gender plays when you’re behind the pine with their first ever very special guest, Rachael Reckless!! Rachael provides real life commentary about what it’s like bartending as a woman in a wide variety of bars, and how some customers treat women differently. 

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Ep.12 – Coming to Terms at the Bar

Short, tall, open, closed, tabs, rocks, neat, behind, heard, and rails, oh my! Dr Xander Gerrymander and Dr K delve into the terminology from the fun side of the bar as well as behind the pine.

Short, tall, open, closed, tabs, rocks, neat, behind, heard, and rails, oh my! Dr Xander Gerrymander and Dr K delve into the terminology from the fun side of the bar as well as behind the pine. What the heck is my bartender asking me? What are my co-workers asking me or telling me if I’m new to the service industry? 

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