Alcohol & Anecdotes

Hosted ByCaitlin Leigh & Mari Harloe

A comedic history podcast about the origins of booze and other quirky tales.

Welcome to Alcohol and Anecdotes! It’s a history podcast hosted by Mari Harloe and Caitlin Leigh.

Every week we do a deep dive into the origins of booze and other quirky tales from around the world. Join us as we drink, laugh, and have a great time discussing some of our favorite topics.

Thank you so much for listening! Cheers, nerds! 🍻


All Episodes

Alcohol & Anecdotes | Episode 26: Hold Onto Your Butts!

For our latest episode, Caitlin gives us the rocky past of American bourbon whiskey while we drink Proof’s Harvest Blend by Crooked Furrow. Mari harps on the Harpe brothers,...

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Alcohol & Anecdotes | Episode 25: Molly is Driving Home

In our latest episode, Caitlin attempts to fill us up with the messy history of the Bloody Mary! (Garnishes not included.) Special guest Nick tells us the legend of...

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Alcohol & Anecdotes | Episode 24: Sharkuterie Tank!

In our latest episode, Caitlin indulges us with the history of the versatile and noble grape Riesling. To keep the spirit of spooky season going, Mari takes us to...

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Alcohol & Anecdotes | Episode 23: I Don’t Keep Toes…But I’d Display Them If I Did!

In our latest episode, we attempt to say, “Ozapft is!” while Caitlin gives us the rundown on Germany’s favorite folk fest, Oktoberfest. Mari reminds us that history can be...

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Alcohol & Anecdotes | Episode 22: I’m Going to Start Listening to All My Liquors

In this episode, Caitlin fills our cups to the brim with the salty, sweet, and sour history of the Margarita. Next, Mari gives us nightmare fuel with the story...

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