Two Guys On A Porch

Ep. 40 - Men, Friendship & Bourbon: Porch Talk with Dave Schroeder and Premium Whiskey

On this episode of Two Guys On A Porch, Jason and Bradford welcome Dave Schroeder, a longtime Christian publishing veteran who’s worked with authors like Max Lucado and John Eldredge. They dive into the importance of community for men, exploring how to build friendships intentionally, why being part of a supportive circle matters, and what it takes to actually show up for the people around you.
Of course, no porch talk is complete without a cigar and whiskey. Tonight, they light up a Cuban Partagás Origen Línea Maestra, and pour a lineup of premium Kentucky whiskeys: Buffalo Trace Blanton’s Foundations 2024 Special Edition, Wild Turkey Russell’s Reserve Single Rickhouse 2024, and Heaven Hill Heritage Collection 19-Year Wheated Whiskey. Deep conversation, great spirits, and a little smoke—this is what the porch is for.
Whether you’re into Christian leadership, men’s community, or just love a good cigar and whiskey pairing, this episode proves that meaningful connection and great taste go hand in hand.
 

Porch Picks Edition: Blind Wild Turkeys

Porch Picks Edition: Blind Wild Turkeys
On this blind tasting Porch Picks episode of Two Guys On A Porch, Jason and Bradford take on the wild world of Wild Turkey—without knowing what’s in their glass. With senses sharpened and labels hidden, they explore three notable expressions from this iconic Kentucky brand: the refined and oak-kissed Longbranch, the bold Rare Breed (even teasing the barrel proof legend), and the richly matured Wild Turkey 12 Year—built on a mash bill of 75% corn, 13% rye, and 12% malted barley.
They break down flavor, complexity, burn, and balance—calling out notes of caramel, spice, heritage, and maybe a little humble pie as guesses fly and truths are revealed. It’s part tasting, part turkey trivia, and all porch truth—where friendship, firelight, and honesty pour as freely as the bourbon.
Pull up a chair, pour something (blind if you dare), and find out which Wild Turkey wins the porch.
 
 
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Ep. 39 - Pappy & Jack plus 24 Hours of Daytona: Lanny Hester’s Drive for Purpose

Ep. 39 - Pappy & Jack plus 24 Hours of Daytona: Lanny Hester’s Drive for Purpose
In this second installment of our two-part conversation with renowned story-teller and entrepreneur Lanny Hester, we keep the good times rolling—pouring more Jack Daniels Bonded, savoring a fine Pappy 12-Year, and lighting up a couple of Padrón cigars—the kind of comforts that pair well with big stories.
Lanny dives deeper into his life behind the wheel. He recounts his high-stakes battles on the track: in the 1986 24 Hours of Daytona, he and his team pushed a Roush-built Ford Mustang to a class-leading finish—crossing the line ahead of none other than Bruce Jenner. UPI+1 He also reflects on his time in the 12 Hours of Sebring, where endurance racing brought celebrities, cars, and camaraderie in equal measure. Wikipedia
Lanny opens up about what truly matters to him now: his wife, community, legacy, and the flame of relationships and purpose that burns as steady as any cigar. 
Join us on the porch! 
 
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#Community #Leadership #Motorsport #RacingLife #EnduranceRacing #Daytona24 #Sebring12 #FordMustang #RaceCar #CarCulture #ClassicCars #AutoRacing #BruceJenner #PaulNewman #Bourbon #Whiskey #PappyVanWinkle #JackDaniels #BourbonLife #WhiskeyGram #BourbonLovers #WhiskeyLovers #KentuckyBourbon #CigarAndBourbon

Ep. 38 - Padron, Poker, Jack & Pappy Plus The Entrepreneur Who NASCAR's Bristol Night Race

Padron, Poker, Jack & Pappy Plus The Entrepreneur Who Invented the Bristol Night Race
This week, Jason and Bradford welcome their friend Lanny Hester to the porch — a man whose life story spans industries, eras, and adventures. A talented entrepreneur whose ventures have ranged from the medical world to co-owning Bristol Motor Speedway in the late 1970s, Lanny has lived the kind of life you just can’t script.
With Padron cigars from The Mission Cigar and Social in hand — a brand known for quiet excellence and uncompromising quality — the guys settle into a blind whiskey tasting between Jack Daniel’s Bonded and Pappy Van Winkle 12-Year. Both are fan favorites on the porch, but this afternoon, it’s about pure taste and value — no labels, no bias.
Between sips, Lanny shares stories that sound almost mythical but are entirely true — like the time he found himself in a Las Vegas poker game with Pug Pearson, Amarillo Slim, and Sailor Roberts. And how a bold idea during his time co-owning Bristol led to one of NASCAR’s greatest traditions: the Bristol Night Race.
This episode is more than cigars and bourbon — it’s about creativity, risk, and the kind of vision that turns good ideas into legacies.
Light up a Padron, pour something bold, and join us for an afternoon of unforgettable storytelling with the man who helped bring the lights to Bristol.
 
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Ep. 37: The Jack Daniel’s Blind Test – Coy Hill vs. Single Barrel Proof & Kid Launch

Episode 37: The Jack Daniel’s Blind Test – Coy Hill vs. Single Barrel Proof and Kid Launch
On this episode, Jason, Bradford, and Kimber are back on theTennessee porch pouring two powerhouse Tennessee whiskeys for a blind tasting showdown — Jack Daniel’s Coy Hill vs. Total Wine’s Jack Daniel’s Single Barrel Barrel Proof. Both pack a punch north of 130 proof, but can either man tell which is which? The Coy Hill, famously released from the highest floors of the rickhouse where the heat pushes proof and intensity to the edge, faces off against the consistent classic of Single Barrel Barrel Proof. Expect rich oak, dark caramel, and that unmistakable Tennessee charcoal finish — but which one steals the porch crown?
As the smoke from a Liga Privada No. 9 cigar drifts through the fall air, the guys tackle a real-life topic: launching our kids. The Liga Privada No. 9 sets the tone perfectly — a full-bodied cigar known for its dark, oily Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper and complex, earthy character. Notes of espresso, cocoa, leather, and black pepper evolve throughout the smoke, creating the perfect pairing for a high-proof Tennessee pour and a deep conversation.
This week’s discussion hits home: we love having our kids around, but isn’t the goal to raise them so they want to move out and be independent? How do we balance welcoming them home while still encouraging them to build their own lives?
It’s a free-flowing, heartfelt conversation about parenting, independence, and the bittersweet beauty of watching our kids take flight — all while sipping two of Lynchburg’s boldest creations.
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Ep. 36 - Titans GM Jon Robinson Unfiltered: Football, Fatherhood, and Fine Bourbon in Bardstown

Amid the buzz of the iconic Kentucky Bourbon Festival, Jason and Bradford slipped into the shadows of the secret speakeasy at The Trail Hotel in Bardstown, Kentucky. The warm glow of vintage glass and aged oak set the stage for a rare, unfiltered conversation with Jon Robinson — the fearless architect behind the Tennessee Titans’ boldest moves.
Jrob dives deep, sharing candid insights on building a winning Titans roster, making tough calls under intense scrutiny, and navigating life in the NFL spotlight. But the conversation doesn’t stop on the field. He opens up about fatherhood, the daily realities of raising kids with Type 1 diabetes, and the resilience and grit required to balance career, family, and personal growth.
No cigars, no Kimber — just two standout pours: 15 Stars Fine Aged Bourbon and Jackson Purchase Bourbon. 15 Stars opens the tasting with its rich, smooth layers of caramel, vanilla, and warm oak — a bourbon as steady and dependable as a veteran quarterback. Jackson Purchase brings a bold, higher proof edge with hints of warm butter, a whiskey that mirrors the high-stakes decisions and pressure of leading an NFL franchise.
This is bourbon country in its purest form: an evening of rich pours, bold stories, and raw honesty. From savoring 15 Stars and Jackson Purchase to exploring the highs, lows, and unseen challenges of football and fatherhood, this episode is a masterclass in grit, grace, and living intentionally — one sip at a time.
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Ep. 35 - Strong Enough For A Man, But Made By A Woman - KY Bourbon Festival

Ep. 35 - Strong Enough For A Man, But Made By A Woman - KY Bourbon Festival
When Jason and Bradford invite the inimitable Suzanne Phifer Pavitt (of Phifer Pavitt Spirits) their first female guest on the podcast, to join them on the podcast the conversation turns into a masterclass in bourbon, vision, and sensory expertise. Recorded while visiting the speakeasy at The Trail Hotel in Bardstown, Kentucky during the Kentucky Bourbon Festival, this episode, explores how women—perhaps more attuned to aroma and nuance—often lead with their noses in the spirits world, and how that sensitivity becomes an advantage in crafting world-class bourbon.
Suzanne recounts the daring genesis of Late Night, Phifer Pavitt’s 10-year bourbon finished in Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon barrels. That extra 13 months in Cabernet-kissed French oak imparts a signature profile of bold vanilla, dark caramel, smoked caramel, almond brittle, and deep raisin and fig notes. She walks Jason and Bradford through the mash bill (80% corn, 11% rye, 9% malted barley) and shares how she leaned into her own sensory intuition to refine the flavors and finish. She also opens up about a catastrophic fire during COVID that destroyed her family farm and winery, and how that experience shaped her resilience and perspective. Sign up for release dates of Late Night and Reserve at www.phiferpavittspirits.com.
Over tasting pours, Suzanne teases out the stories behind each sip: why finishing in wine barrels matters, how tactile memory and scent guide decision-making, and how she balances strength and delicacy in the whiskey she crafts. Jason and Bradford probe, tease, and drink deeply, discovering how a bourbon “made by a woman” can carry enough backbone to impress even the most hardened bourbon purist.
Tune in for laughter, insight, and a sensory journey you won’t forget.
 
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Ep. 34 - Weller 107 Through the Decades + AI Insights | Bourbon Review

Ep. 34 - Weller 107 Through the Decades + AI Insights | Bourbon Review
Join us on the porch as we taste Weller Antique 107 from multiple eras — a 2002 vintage, a 2000s bottling, and today’s release. Same wheated mash bill, different decades, and subtle differences that every bourbon hunter will love.
We also light up the Perdomo 20th Anniversary Sungrown, aged eight years and finished in bourbon barrel-aged wrappers. Mission Cigar & Social has a personal relationship with Nick Perdomo, making them one of the most exclusive dealers of this iconic Nicaraguan cigar.
While sipping and smoking, we dive into AI and its growing impact — from autocorrect to ChatGPT creating essays, music, and more. Can machines truly capture experience and context? Bradford insists his “Artificial Intelligence” is just his ability to find the good bourbons and cigars first.
If you love bourbon tastings, vintage comparisons, premium cigars, and curious conversations about tech, this episode is for you. Pour a glass, spark a cigar, and join us on the porch!
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Ep. 33 - Kentucky Bourbon Festival Adventures: Rare Pours, Craig Beam, Ashley Barnes & More!

Jason and Bradford take a spirited trip to the Kentucky Bourbon Festival, staying at the iconic The Trail Hotel in Bardstown. Along the way, they dive into tastings of incredible bourbons including A. H. Hirsch, Peerless, Jackson Purchase, Rabbit Hole, Luxe Row, Yellowstone, Whiskey House, Limestone Branch, Castle & Key, Jimmy Russell’s Masters Keep, Parker’s Heritage, JW Gant Bottled in 1941, Chicken Cock Whiskey, and Augusta.
They meet bourbon icons like Craig Beam of Jackson’s Purchase, Ashley Barnes, Master Blender for EJ Curley and Lucky Seven, Myra Barginear of Paul Sutton Bourbon, and Suzanne Phifer Pavitt of Phifer Pavitt Winery and Spirits, who is releasing an inaugural bourbon within the next year called Late Night, sharing stories, insights, and a few laughs along the way. Alongside tasting these incredible pours, they also make purchases for future episodes. From rare bottles to festival highlights, this episode captures the best of Bourbon Country and the adventures that only happen when two friends sit down with great bourbon in hand.
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Ep. 32 - Pappy-Palooza: Blind Pours of Pappy 15, 20, and 23 on the Porch

Ep. 32 - Pappy-Palooza: Rare Pours of Pappy 15, 20, and 23 on the Porch
In this episode, Jason and Bradford crack open three of the most coveted bourbons in the world—Pappy Van Winkle 15, 20, and 23 Year—and go completely blind in a head-to-head tasting showdown.
👉 Will the guys pick the right bottles?👉 Which pour truly deserves the crown?👉 Does older really mean better—or is that legendary Pappy price tag more hype than flavor?
Each iconic expression brings its own personality to the porch:
Pappy 15 Year – Bold, full-bodied, and often hailed as the sweet spot of the lineup. Expect caramel, oak, and vanilla that hit with authority.
Pappy 20 Year – Refined and elegant, with softened spice, leather notes, and a balance that leans old-school sophistication.
Pappy 23 Year – The unicorn of unicorns. Oak-forward, deep, and complex—but is more age really more flavor?
To raise the stakes, the guys light up a Partagas 160, a rare celebratory cigar wrapped in aged Cameroon leaf, letting the smoke mingle with the bourbons’ rich layers.
But it’s not just whiskey and cigars on the porch—the conversation drifts into a different kind of “aged” subject: the 24-hour news cycle. What happened to the days when news came twice a day—once in the morning and once at night—and life filled the space between? Has the endless flood of alerts reshaped how we see the world, our neighbors, and even ourselves? From the rise of CNN to smartphones, from 9/11 to today’s polarized feeds, Jason and Bradford dig into nostalgia, critique, and some tough questions about what we’ve lost in the noise.
 
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