Best WDW Happy Hour Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 209: Disney Attractions Described Poorly 55:02

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Greetings! In this episode, we chat about the latest Disney news including Remy's transition to 2D (despite existing in a "3D world"). We also invite you to play along with a new game Scott cooked up, "Disney Attractions Described Poorly"! Take a seat at the bar and follow us on social media! Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest: WDWHappyHour YouTube: htt…

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Exploring the Occult: Hurricane Katrina, Casket Girls, and the Eternal Allure of Vampires 2:13:40

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Send us a text Learn more about Marita Voyvod-Crandle: https://www.maritawoywodcrandle.com/ For exclusive perks and free fiction, join the crew on Substack. All of these WDW episodes are there, as well as host William R. Hincy's bonkers, rock-n-roll satire, PIRATES OF APPALACHIA: https://wrhincy.substack.com/ In this episode of Writers Drinking Whi…

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Episode 208: The Gang's Annual Fall Trip to WDW 1:00:34

29d ago1:00:34

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It's Fall, y'all! That means that the WDW Happy Hour crew geared up for our annual trip down to Florida to pal around the parks. We talk about our highlights of Food & Wine, the new restaurants and attractions we got to check out, and even eked out some time for some good ol' fashioned dishwasher talk. Cheers! Take a seat at the bar and follow us o…

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The Literary Rebel's Guide: Richie Billing on Writing Against the Grain 1:48:44

1M ago1:48:44

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Send us a text Learn more about guest Richie Billings here: https://richiebilling.com/ For exclusive perks and free fiction, join the crew on Substack. All of these WDW episodes are there, as well as host William R. Hincy's bonkers, rock-n-roll satire, PIRATES OF APPALACHIA: https://wrhincy.substack.com/ Join host William R. Hincy for another spiri…

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Stolen skulls, mystic beasts, and secret societies 1:23:52

1M ago1:23:52

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Send us a text Learn more about Colin Dickey here: https://colindickey.com/ Join host William R. Hincy on Writers Drinking Whiskey for an engaging conversation with author Colin Dickey, as they delve into the underworlds of UFOs, conspiracy theories, modern monsters, haunted history, and stolen skulls. Join our COMMUNITY on YouTube to watch every e…

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The Art of Reader Engagement | Substance Over Subscribers 1:54:35

1M ago1:54:35

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Send us a text Join Sean's Substack: https://substack.com/@seannordquist This episode delves into the captivating world of historical figures like Henry Morgan, exploring how their stories inspire new narratives and the art of putting a unique twist on established history. Guest Sean Nordquist shares invaluable insights into the writing process, pr…

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Telling your story is cathartic | Discussing mothman with Tobias Wayland 1:25:37

2M ago1:25:37

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Send us a text Find more about Tobias and his work here: https://www.singularfortean.com/ We're talking mothman and the catharsis of telling your story, no matter how weird it is, in a judgement-free environment with author and researcher Tobias Wayland. For exclusive perks and free fiction, join the crew on Substack. All of these WDW episodes are …

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Writing with audacity in the age of fan fiction 1:46:04

2M ago1:46:04

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Send us a text On this episode of Writers Drinking Whiskey, authors William R. Hincy and Sienna Frost (Faye) discuss their quest to write a masterpiece in a landscape of reboots, rehashes, and AI slop. Learn more about Sienna Frost (Faye): https://siennafrost.com/ Join our COMMUNITY on YouTube to watch every episode, often months before they premie…

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Episode 207: We Said What?? 1:08:29

2M ago1:08:29

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Katherine spent some time taking a trip down memory lane and listening to some old episodes we recorded. In this episode, she tests everyone's power of recall in a new segment we're calling "We Said What??" Take a seat at the bar and follow us on social media! Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest: WDWHappyHour YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/WDWHappyHour…

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Are our imaginations more powerful than we realize? 1:48:02

2M ago1:48:02

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Send us a text Learn more about Joshua Cutchin: https://www.joshuacutchin.com/ Do phantoms lurk beyond the Fourth Wall? Could our imagination be what ties anomalous phenomenon together, from ghosts to sasquatch to UFOs and mothman? And who is the best brass band of all time?! Join host William R. Hincy in this episode of Writers Drinking Whiskey fe…

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Episode 206: Name that Disney Food and Drink 1:30:35

3M ago1:30:35

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Zootopia: Better Together gets an opening date at Disney's Animal Kingdom and we get some fresh details about the new Rock 'n' Roller Coaster: Starring The Muppets. For our main topic, we test our knowledge on food and drink offerings in the parks. Take a seat at the bar and follow us on social media! Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest: WDWHappyHour You…

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From oral storytelling to LitRPG - author Seth Ring discusses shaping your authentic author journey 2:01:57

3M ago2:01:57

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Send us a text Power Levels to start the show… Storytelling: 56 Laughs: 89 Heart: 76 Sobriety: -150 Power Levels to end the show Storytelling: 6 Laughs: 8 Heart: 7 Drunkenness: 15,009 LitRPG author Seth Ring stops by the bar to discuss growing up in West Africa reading adult books, his transition from a career in software to writing full time, mean…

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True Crime With a Whiskey Chaser | The Prosecutors pod visit the bar 1:37:45

3M ago1:37:45

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Send us a text Check out The Prosecutors podcast here: https://prosecutorspodcast.com/about-the-podcast/ On this episode of Writers Drinking Whiskey, we're chatting with hosts of The Prosecutors true crime podcast, Alice LaCour and Brett Talley. Join us as Brett and Alice weigh in on marital objections, the state of true crime, what we're not talki…

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Crime Fiction and the Call of the Unsolved | WDW with Reed Farrel Coleman 2:00:13

3M ago2:00:13

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Send us a text What takes precedence, the laws of God, Society or man? Bestselling author Reed Farrel Coleman stops by Writers Drinking Whiskey to discuss the true crime inspirations for his crime fiction, and to share some drinks, laughs, and writing tips. Sponsors… Hincy’s books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/William-R.-Hincy/author/B07ZYB5FHZ Co…

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Episode 205: Rubbing Elbows with Imagineers 1:02:05

3M ago1:02:05

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Rob regales us with tales of his recent trip down to Walt Disney World where he ran into some Disney VIPs and got himself a bit of an impromptu interview. Take a seat at the bar and follow us on social media! Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest: WDWHappyHour YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/WDWHappyHour Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wdwhappyhour…

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Indie writing is the FUTURE | Sci-Fi author Rohan O'Duill discusses indie fiction, AI, & Irish jokes 1:04:50

3M ago1:04:50

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Send us a text Think independently in every aspect of life—including your writing. In this episode of Writers Drinking Whiskey, you'll get an uncensored and unfiltered look at the creative process and how it is changing in today's age of independent publishing and artificial intelligence. Links: Join our COMMUNITY on members for exclusive perks and…

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From traumatic brain injury to emerging author | LitRPG author Jason J. Willis 1:18:56

4M ago1:18:56

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Send us a text After a traumatic brain injury left him with a rare form of amnesia, Jason J. Willis reconnected with the world through reading, transforming his personality in unexpected ways and leading to a lifelong love of storytelling. In this thought-provoking episode of Writers Drinking Whiskey, we explore the evolving landscape of storytelli…

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Real Writers Push Through the Bad Ideas | Writers Drinking Whiskey with Sandra Arnold 1:06:03

4M ago1:06:03

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Send us a text Have you ever crashed a hot air balloon? Hear the harrowing (and quite hilarious) tale from author Sandra Arnold. We also discuss overcoming grief and she reads some of her truly scintillating flash fiction. Today’s drinking game: drink whenever we do! Watch video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/T0Sz_0dovOU Brought to you by Whiskey-Win…

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Episode 204: Trip Reviews and Geo 82s 1:02:34

4M ago1:02:34

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Matt and Kat just got back from a WDW trip over the July 4th holiday. They did a whole lot of eating and drinking, and they got to check out the new GEO-82 Bar & Lounge at Epcot. Take a seat at the bar and follow us on social media! Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest: WDWHappyHour YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/WDWHappyHour Facebook: https://www.faceb…

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Episode 203: A Dream Is a Cruise Your Friends Take 1:26:11

4M ago1:26:11

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Disney shared new details around the Monsters Inc. Door Coaster coming to Hollywood Studio, and the size and scale is, well, monstrous! Also, we talk a bit about the 2025 Flavors of Florida event going on right now at Disney Springs. For our main topic, Holly and Rob give a walkthrough and trip review for their recent voyage on the Disney Dream. Fo…

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From Stage to Story to Podcast | Short Story Today host John Savino 1:21:30

5M ago1:21:30

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Send us a text Grab your favorite bourbon (or tea) and pull up a stool because we’re having a free-flowing conversation fueled by whiskey and a passion for the short story. On this episode of Writers Drinking Whiskey, host William R. Hincy sits down with the multi-talented John DiSavino – voice actor, stage director, podcast host, and all-around Re…

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🩸 The Oldest Vampire Legends & The Future of Horror Writing w/ JD Barker | Writers Drinking Whiskey 48:13

5M ago48:13

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Send us a text You’re not just a reader—you’re a seeker of dark truths. Ever wonder why vampire myths exist in nearly every culture? What if there’s something real behind the legend? Bestselling author JD Barker joins host William R. Hincy to unravel the origins of vampire lore, the hidden secrets in Bram Stoker’s Dracula, and the future of horror …

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Episode 202: Would You Rather? 1:02:08

5M ago1:02:08

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Thanks for bearing with us this summer. Episodes may be a little less frequent, but we are trying our best. Today's episode features just Matt, Kat, and Scott - We are playing a little game of Disney "Would you rather?" Feel free to hit us up if you agree (or vehemently disagree) with any of our takes. Cheers! Take a seat at the bar and follow us o…

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Consumerism, writing collaborations, and reading Kafka in 2nd Grade | Linda Joffe Hull on WDW 1:27:13

5M ago1:27:13

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Send us a text What does reading Kafka’s “Metamorphosis” at 8 years old do to a person? Well, it may just lead to becoming a writer, or getting an economy degree, or becoming a lifelong book thief... Join us for a lively chat about childhood, economics, and growing into the writer you’ve always aspired to me. Today’s drinking game: drink whenever w…

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Studying Sasquatch: Science beefs, hostile audiences, & weighing the evidence with Dr. Jeff Meldrum 2:22:01

6M ago2:22:01

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Send us a text Are you the kind of person who questions everything? Do you crave the stories that exist on the edges of reality—the ones that challenge what we think we know? If so, get yourself a cold one and pull up a stool. In this episode of Writers Drinking Whiskey, we're joined by Dr. Jeff Meldrum, a renowned anthropologist, author, and leadi…

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Catharsis, horror, and stiff drinks – an illuminating chat with horror author Vaugh A. Jackson 1:00:53

6M ago1:00:53

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Send us a text What is it about darkness that intrigues us, even beckons us? Join us as we speculate on the darkness, delve into the darkness, and laugh in the face of fear. Today’s drinking game: drink whenever we say “horror!” Sponsors… Hincy’s books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/William-R.-Hincy/author/B07ZYB5FHZ Jackon’s books: https://www.ama…

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Episode 201: The Most Immaculate Vibes in Walt Disney World 58:15

6M ago58:15

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"How do you do, fellow kids?" I don't care if it elicits groans from our Gen Z listeners. We are on the hunt for the best vibes in all of Walt Disney World. In this episode, we break down the places where the vibe is just right at all different times of the day. Looking for a relaxing place to meditate in the morning while you watch the sunrise? We…

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Dying on the job - a cop's life (and death) | Mark Bergin on Writers Drinking Whiskey 1:46:49

6M ago1:46:49

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Send us a text After dying twice on his job as a cop, Mark Bergin retired from the force and transitioned to a new career: writing. Join us for a drink as we discuss high-speed chases, his time as a reporter prior to joining law enforcement, what happens when we die, and Mark reads from his upcoming novel. Mark Bergin retired from the Alexandria, V…

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Episode 200: The Bicentennial 47:52

6M ago47:52

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Blizzard Beach is back for the first time since March, 2024. The gang took a long weekend filled with lightning lanes, pontoon boats, and lazy rivers. Also, we take some time for a little bird talk. Take a seat at the bar and follow us on social media! Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest: WDWHappyHour YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/WDWHappyHour Faceboo…

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You ain't never seen a book like me - talking Pirates of Appalachia with William R. Hincy 2:00:53

6M ago2:00:53

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Send us a text The show has been hijacked! To celebrate the serialization of host William R. Hincy's epic absurdist satire, PIRATES OF APPALACHIA, a few illustrious (and tipsy) members of the Writers Drinking Whiskey community stop by to turn the tables and interview HIM! Join Dario Ciriello, Diane Hammond, and Sue Alcon O'Connor as they grill, jab…

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Bomba Dancing and Quoting the Raven | Writers Drinking Whiskey with Jessica L. Sparrow 1:47:14

7M ago1:47:14

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Send us a text Connecting with writers and discussing the trials and tribulations, the successes and failures, the tips and pitfalls, is REWARDING. And if that’s corny, well, we don’t care! Join author Jessica L. Sparrow as we dare to be corny and discuss her love of Edgar Allen Poe, the long editing process, and more. Join us! Thanks for tuning in…

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Episode 199: Flowers, Gardens, Etc... 1:08:41

7M ago1:08:41

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The gang all recently had trips to Walt Disney World and are here to chat about their much-needed Florida vacations. They dish about their most and least favorite items at Epcot's Flower & Garden Festival and give you the scoop on the best happy hour on property. Also, they share the winner from last episode's Epcot Festival March Madness Bracket! …

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Poetry, Fishing and Day Kink | Adam Vines on Writers Drinking Whiskey 1:22:43

7M ago1:22:43

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Send us a text Poet Adam Vines joins the show to discuss managing a fishing lake, social media's impact on poetry, Day Kink (his collaborative poetry collection, honestly), and to read some of his poetry. Adam Vines is editor of Birmingham Poetry Review, coauthor of According to Discretion (Unicorn Press, 2015), and author of The Coal Life (Univers…

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Black Panthers, Sasquatch, and Middle School | Michael Mayes with William R. Hincy 2:28:58

8M ago2:28:58

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Send us a text Are there shadow cats roaming North America, large unknown wood apes lurking about in the forests, and strange little beans populating middle schools from sea to shining sea? Join a special episode of WRITERS DRINKING WHISKEY: Storytellers and Storymakers series as we discuss all this (and more) with author Michael Mayes. Today’s dri…

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Control, Love & British Accents: A Candid Chat with Romance Author Astra Capone 1:38:30

8M ago1:38:30

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Send us a text For writers and readers who appreciate depth beyond the typical romance formula... Join us for an intimate conversation with Astra Capone, author of the For Me Once series, as she reveals how she blends psychological complexity with steamy romance. From her British literature background to crafting compelling character dynamics, disc…

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Episode 198: The Epcot Festival March Madness Tournament! 1:23:57

8M ago1:23:57

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As we are soon to be in the throes of March Madness, we figured that it'd be a great time to construct a bracket of 64 festival favorites across the Epcot festivals of new and old. This tournament is extra special because we are asking our listeners to help us determine which festival offering brings home the #1 crown! Take a seat at the bar and fo…

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Giving Free Willy a High Five 👋 | author Diane Hammond with William R. Hincy 1:50:41

8M ago1:50:41

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Send us a text Where did you grow the most as a writer, or just as a person? Your hometown, while traveling, an adopted home on a different coast? Join author extraordinaire Diane Hammond and William R. Hincy as we discuss the alchemy that is the writing process, the possibility of reincarnation, and Diane’s current work in progress. Today’s drinki…

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Nature, Narrative, and Authentic Marketing: Emanuel Rose on Disconnecting from AI 56:20

9M ago56:20

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Send us a text It is now more vital than ever to SCHEDULE a time to get outdoors, take a breath, and detox from artificial intelligence overload. Join a special episode of Writers Drinking Whiskey that is neither artificial nor intelligent as we discuss cutting-edge marketing and the importance of being present in nature. Links: Hincy’s books: http…

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Episode 197: Planning a Long Weekend WDW Trip 54:29

9M ago54:29

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In this episode - new nighttime shows coming to Galaxy's Edge and Jelly Rolls announces it will play its last tune. For our main topic, we are going with a listener suggestion: "I was wondering if you all would do a discussion on what you would do if you were planning a long weekend group trip to WDW. Where would you stay, eat, drink etc. what woul…

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Whiskey, Crime, and Writing: A Spirited Chat with Reavis Wortham 🍻📚 1:34:19

9M ago1:34:19

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Send us a text Welcome to another edition of Writers Drinking Whiskey, your literary happy hour! 🍻 This episode features award-winning author Reavis Wortham, known for his gripping crime and historical fiction novels. Join host William R. Hincy as they discuss Reavis' writing journey, storytelling inspirations, and the art of crafting compelling ch…

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Dancing Through Fiction | Author D.A. Spruzen on Writers Drinking Whiskey 1:21:59

10M ago1:21:59

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Send us a text Author D.A. Spruzen stops by the bar to discuss the rhythm of storytelling, writing historical fiction, and breaking out of ruts. Join us! Today’s drinking game: drink whenever we do! Sponsors… Hincy’s books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/William-R.-Hincy/author/B07ZYB5FHZ Spruzen’s books: https://www.daspruzen.com/books Hincy’s webs…

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Strange Things and Healing Words | Sue Alcon O’Connor On Grief, UFOs, and Writing 1:17:08

10M ago1:17:08

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Send us a text “Grieving mothers do strange things,” author Sue Alcon O’Connor tells us on this episode of WRITERS DRINKING WHISKEY, and we cover the gambit of “strange” things, from the mysteries of grief to UFOs, ghosts, and what you call multiple bigfoots. Today’s drinking game: drink whenever we do! Links: Hincy’s website: https://williamrhincy…

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Episode 196: WDW Happy Hour and the Blustery Day 1:01:19

10M ago1:01:19

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Happy New Year! The gang is back with a recent cold weather trip review of the new DVC Island Tower at Disney's Polynesian Resort. Also, we talk about our trip to Epcot's Festival of the Arts and our recent follies trying to plan a trip to Universal Studios Orlando. Take a seat at the bar, and follow us on social media! Twitter, Instagram, Pinteres…

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Inspiring dread and confronting evil | Laughter and riveting conversation with author T.D. Johnston 2:32:29

10M ago2:32:29

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Send us a text What is the nature of evil? Is there such things as Good and Evil, or are matters of good and evil simply constructs of man. Join us for a substantial conversation with returning guest, author T.D. Johnston, as we discuss hopelessness, failure, risks, and still manage to have a great time. Today’s drinking game: drink whenever we say…

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Exploring the Unseen: Niles Reddick on Near-Death Experiences, UFOs, and Short Fiction 1:30:22

10M ago1:30:22

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Send us a text What do near-death experiences, UFO/UAPs, and short fiction have in common? This episode of Writers Drinking Whiskey features prolific short story writer Niles Reddick! Today’s drinking game: drink whenever we say UFO! Links: Hincy’s books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/William-R.-Hincy/author/B07ZYB5FHZ Hincy’s website: https://will…

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Episode 195: 2024 Year in Review 1:27:04

11M ago1:27:04

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Did we keep achieve our goals for 2024 this year? If we're to be honest, no. No, we did not. BUT! We still managed to do a lot of fun stuff, and we've amassed our share of opinions on all things Disney that happened this past year. In this episode, we assign our annual prizes and recap the highlights and lowlights of 2024. Thank you to all the list…

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UFOs, Ghosts, and Whiskey - OH MY! Authors Linda Zimmermann and William R. Hincy 2:03:18

11M ago2:03:18

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Send us a text Have you ever witnessed something you couldn’t explain? Something that changed the way you see the world and your place in it? Join us as we talk to award-winning author Linda Zimmermann about her encounters with UFOs in the Hudson Valley, ghost investigations, and fiction writing. And get ready to laugh at Bad Science, bad jokes, an…

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Spooky tales and killer moms | Writers Drinking Whiskey with Amanda R. Woomer 2:00:29

11M ago2:00:29

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Send us a text Why drives mom’s to kill? Join us for a lively conversation as we discuss Amanda R. Woomer’s latest book, KILLER MOMS, along with her extensive travels, funeral practices, grief, what happens when we die, and AWESOME DADS. Today’s drinking game: drink whenever we say “killer!” Sponsors: Hincy’s books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Wi…

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Episode 194: 2024 Naughty and Nice Awards 1:22:54

11M ago1:22:54

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In this episode, we distribute our annual Naughty and Nice awards to determine who deserves presents and who deserves a big ol' lump of highly-themed coal. Also, we say farewell to Muppet Vision 3D, take a look at the new menu items at Oga's Cantina, and some of the new lounges coming to Walt Disney World. Take a seat at the bar, and follow us on s…

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Justice on the Rocks: Dana King Dives into Crime Fiction 1:45:46

11M ago1:45:46

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Send us a text What is it about crime and the pursuit of justice we find so compelling? Dana King stops by the Writers Drinking Whiskey bar to discuss crime fiction and why it is perhaps the ultimate genre for expressing what ails society. He also downs a “Depth Charge” cocktails and reads from his latest book. Today’s drinking game: drink whenever…

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