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Old Fashioned Dads

Old Fashioned Dads

By: Justin Wiens & Trevor Bemis
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The podcast where bourbon meets fatherhood, and nobody’s judging you for sipping a perfect Old Fashioned while the kids are finally asleep.

Join two dads who believe the best way to survive bedtime chaos, school projects, and that one kid who only eats beige food is with a rocks glass in hand. Every episode, we shake (okay, stir) our way through classic cocktails with a laser focus on the king of them all: the Old Fashioned. We geek out over rye vs. bourbon, debate the perfect amount of orange twist drama, hunt down obscure bitters like they’re Pokémon cards, and craft versions that’ll make your grandfather nod in approval from the great lounge chair in the sky.

But this isn’t just a booze show; it’s dad life, unfiltered. The art of hiding in the garage “to take a call,” why minivans are secretly awesome, and how to explain to a five-year-old why Daddy’s “special juice” isn’t for sharing. Expect ridiculous dad jokes, cocktail recipes you can actually make with whatever’s left in the liquor cabinet, and the occasional story that starts with “So the pediatrician walked in while I was muddling cherries…”

Whether you’re a rye purist, a new dad who just discovered simple syrup, or just here for the chaos, grab your favorite glass, a big rock of ice, and pull up a chair.

Old Fashioned Dads: Strong drinks. Stronger dads. Zero apologies.

Justin Wiens & Trevor Bemis
Episodes
  • Episode 9 - St Patrick's Favorite Drink?

    Episode 9 - St Patrick's Favorite Drink?
    Mar 18 2026

    🍀 St. Paddy’s Sips & Friday Night Lights Beginnings 🍀

    This week on Old Fashioned Dads, we’re celebrating St. Patrick’s Day the right way—pouring up some bold cocktails, testing out a few Irish-inspired mixes, and, as always, getting a little carried away in the process.

    But between the clinks of the glass and questionable drink decisions, we get into something real—our 15-year-old kids kicking off a brand new football season. The excitement, the pressure, the early practices, and that wild moment when you realize they’re not little kids anymore… they’re stepping into the game for real.

    We talk about what it’s like as dads watching them chase it, the pride that hits different, and yeah… figuring out how hard you’re allowed to yell from the sidelines without embarrassing everyone involved.

    It’s laughs, it’s whiskey, it’s fatherhood in real time—where St. Paddy’s chaos meets the start of something big under the lights.

    So grab a drink, settle in, and join us for a fun, honest, and slightly unhinged episode. 🍻
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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • Episode 8 - Taste The Rainbow

    Episode 8 - Taste The Rainbow
    Mar 3 2026

    Episode 8: Taste the Rainbow 🌈 (But Make It Questionable)

    What started as a normal conversation took a hard left turn… straight into chaos.

    This week on Old Fashioned Dads, we dive headfirst into one of the most unhinged ideas we’ve ever discussed — including a “Let Jesus Take the Wheel” tramp stamp that absolutely no one was prepared for. Somewhere between questionable tattoos, bad decisions, and the kind of debates you only have after two Old Fashioneds, things escalated quickly.

    We talk about:
    • The wild things people commit to permanently
    • Why modern culture has zero chill
    • The difference between bold and “what were you thinking?”
    • And how dads somehow always end up judging… but laughing

    It’s ridiculous. It’s slightly inappropriate. It’s deeply unserious.

    Pour yourself a drink and taste the rainbow responsibly.

    🎙️ New episodes every two weeks.
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    1 hr and 17 mins
  • Episode 7 - Old Tub?

    Episode 7 - Old Tub?
    Feb 18 2026

    Summary


    In this episode, Justin and Trevor explore various themes including bourbon tasting, cocktail recipes, coaching philosophies, and travel experiences. They share their thoughts on different bourbons, particularly focusing on the Old Fashioned cocktail, while also discussing their experiences as coaches and the importance of mentorship in youth sports. The conversation is light-hearted and filled with humor, reflecting their camaraderie as they navigate the challenges of parenting and adult life.
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    1 hr and 23 mins
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