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In life we have two choices: experience or exist. Every week each of us make that choice: To seek a way to live or to simply get by. Walk alongside me each week on Strive Seek Find as we continue seeking our own Brilliant Future.
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Why Whiskey?

Ian McGlynn

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This podcast will talk about history, whiskey, and everything in between. Ian McGlynn hosts a light-hearted show that aims to educate and inspire those on a journey through history and whiskey. New cover art by D-Sane https://www.instagram.com/dsane8/ Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/why-whiskey/support
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So we got out of town overnight this week. It was a great reminder that simplicity isn't always a bad and complex isn't always good. Camping and kayaking with family and , as always, trying something new. a Special shout out to WiseOwl Outfitters for their outstanding hammocks. Possibly the most comfortable I've been when taking a break in the wood…
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Work Travel is a different beast. there are no two way about it. This week I had the opportunity to explore San Antonio through a work lens with colleagues. It was a great experience my first time in Texas and a wonderful opportunity to build relationships. All that plus: 1. My definitive grade on Whataburger 2. My take on Texas BBQ 3. Some great p…
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Today we talk about another legend in American folklore and try to find the truth and origins behind these larger-than-life tales. On this EP, we are looking into the steel-driving man John Henry. Apart from his folklore fellows, John Henry seems to have been birthed from old songs sung by railroad workers in the late 19th century... but was the su…
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Come and Join Chance and me as we go through the stories and tales of Paul Bunyan and his larger-than-life legends. As we sift through the information to find the truth behind the legends, we are sipping through some of Whiskey's greatest legends too. Enjoy the banter and booze, and let us know if you think Paul was FACT or FICTION. Cheers --- Supp…
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The stories surrounding Pecos Bill are too good to be true... so are they? I will explore all of that and more as we continue to dissect American Folklore for facts, fiction, and fun! Cheers. Sources: Century Magazine Article https://babel.hathitrust.org/cgi/pt?id=mdp.39015030934122&view=1up&seq=845 Pecos Bill Video(viewer discretion advised) https…
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In this episode, I am joined by my wonderful friend and fellow history nerd Alycia as we kick off the American Legend Series. A series of shows dedicated to looking into American Legends and seeing if we can find enough evidence to give the big red FACT stamp OR... send back to the story books with the Fiction stamp. Molly Pitcher was the name give…
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You heard that right! Aaron Burr, our beloved villain from the musical, once tried to take over a country and start his own nation. Lucky for us there were very few folks who liked him and even fewer folks willing to go down with him. But how did it and what really went down? Let's check it out! Cheers. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.…
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From dangerous trips through the catacombs in Italy to epic battles with the Black Knight to fighting Nazis in the deserts of Egypt to riding fake horses powered by coconuts that may or may not have migrated... the stories around the cup that Christ used at the Last Supper OORRR the cup that Joseph of Aramathea used to catch Christ's blood at the c…
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Hi Friends! I have missed you all so much. This is not a typical episode and not launching on a typical day... this is a reintroduction to me and a bit of an explanation for my absence for nearly a year. A LOT has changed! Jesus... so grab a drink and come sit with me and catch up for a few minutes. Regular episodes will launch every other Friday s…
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Today we are joined by Professor Tenielle Fordyce-Ruff, a professor of Legal writing at ASU's Sandra Day O'Conor College of Law as she shares her passion for Legal education with us. She shares not only her passion for Legal education, but also offers advice and paths to mentorship for those who want to enter the field. Contact Chance/ Support the …
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In this episode we will be learning about the orgins of an Idaho mystery : The Nampa Figurine. We will briefly describe the history of the figurine and try to discover whether it is fraud or forgotten history: Support the Show/contact Chance http://www.badarchaeology.com/out-of-place-artefacts/very-ancient-artefacts/the-nampa-figurine/ https://ahot…
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In today’s episode I thought I’d touch on the ever present Blame Game. What it does to you and where it might come from. Also we will be touching on an issue that should have American’s concerned regarding the treatment of sailors in the U.S. Navy and History Podcast that a friend introduced me to. Contact Chance or support the program If you are n…
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When traveling expectations do not always meet reality. The magic in travel is in the unexpected; the gems that become our most treasured memories. Today on Strive Seek Find we wil be discussing these opportunities in the form of the San Diego Zoo. Time Travel Contact Chance or support the show Support the show…
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And just like that the vaction is over and we are home. It was a wonderful if short trip. My theory of travel is always that you are going to learn something along the way. San Diego proved that true in spades. To provide feedback, contact Chance or to support the program click on the link below. https://linktr.ee/striveseekfind Support the show…
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