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A podcast from the Florida Keys hosted by a bartender. Observations about Life, Bars, and Keys Living. The secrets of the Universe will be forthcoming or at least you will learn how to make a proper margarita. The content is explicit. We publish from 2-4 episodes a week. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support
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A flock of Law Enforcement personnel virtually c*ck blocks the Catch Restaurant on a Friday evening. How do cocktails get their names? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support
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Jim goes into the reasoning behind drink pricing. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support
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Jim has to make corrections from the previous episode. Is there a type Greeting Card that apologizes for a false death announcement? Maybe something like; "Heard you are alive." --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support
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Jim believes that while bartending theatrics can be entertaining, he prefers a focus on the actual drink production rather than showmanship. He also highlights bartenders whom he considers to be exceptional in their craft. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support…
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A patron's question prompts Jim to make sure he is in the right place. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support
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A new Bar opens about 100 yards away and Jim thinks it will increase business. Jim is back at the Catch Restaurant for less than a week when he gets a strange phone call. A man accuses Jim of having a swingers Bar. First of all, its not, second what's wrong with a Swingers Bar? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james…
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After your candidate loses it is easy to become pessimistic, but it is your duty to be there for your family and friends. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support
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Jim returns to his former position. Remember, the election is tomorrow, so cast your vote as though it matters to the women in your life whom you cherish. If you believe discussing politics on the Podcast is inappropriate, that's unfortunate; perhaps consider starting your own Podcast. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sh…
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Money is not the only criteria for choosing a bartender/service position. Your job satisfaction, commute, job responsibilities, etc. should figure in to the decision. When a job offer comes in unsolicited Jim gets suspicious. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support…
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After meeting a mother and her daughter from Mississippi Jim realizes what he doesn't need to know. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support
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Carefully organizing your bar workspace can simplify your job. By keeping your most commonly used items, such as spirits and mixers, within easy reach, you can accelerate production. Jim claims to possess a laid-back attitude, yet he prefers to complete chores promptly. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/…
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Jim's family receives some bad news. Everyone has bad news days, but it helps you if we keep it away from our work. We talk about compartmentalizing for our own well-being. Fantasy Fest wraps up in Key West. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support
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Avoiding discussions of politics or religion in your venue, as well as the news, can help maintain a positive atmosphere. This applies to you as well. With our unparalleled access to both authentic and fabricated information, it's easy to adopt a negative view of life, which can lead to depression and anxiety. Therefore, it's vital to take moments …
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Few individuals possess a truly accurate assessment of their own creativity. Individuals such as Jim often overestimate their capabilities. The challenge for entrepreneurs in establishing bars and restaurants lies in the misjudgment of potential customers' desires. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/suppo…
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Abby, Skye and Jim head to the Polls as early voting starts in Florida. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support
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This old Bartender works a 13 hour shift between his 2 jobs. Jim does his first shift at his Old Job which is New Job. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support
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Jim is told by a listener to moderate his distaste for DJT because his listeners are DJT supporters. He disagrees but ultimately, he does not care. Telling someone to go against their core belief is a fool's errand. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support…
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Jim tells listeners he is returning to the Catch Restaurant after a year's separation. A two weeks' notice to your current employer should be standard, but it is not the norm in the Service Industry. We make the case for the notice and how it increases your worth to potential employers. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/s…
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Jim recounts what for the Florida Keys not eventful the Landfall of Hurricane Milton. A significant number of evacuees come the Keys. Jim describes to the uninitiated, Corn Hole. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support
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Hurricane Milton is bearing down on the West Coast of Florida and yes, people in the Keys are keeping an eye on the track. An adult who aids minors in getting booze is doing no one favors. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support
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Proper order etiquette allows you to receive your meal the way you want it. If you order in sequence dessert, soup, drink, entree, and beverage what do you expect to get first? Would you be upset if you got the dessert first? Then why order it first. Languages have proper word order sequences. When someone gives you all the right words but in a dif…
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Out on the town in Islamorada, Jim has some words for rude guests at a Comedy Show. Why do so few people step in when things go off the rails. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support
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The Southeastern U.S. deals with the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. Jim simultaneously feels grateful it bypassed the Keys and empathy for those affected by the storm. Creating a work environment based on mutual shared goals versus micromanaging leads to success in the service sector. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sho…
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Hurricane Helene is bearing down on Florida. Jim sees an uptick in traffic at work and asks listeners for a favor. Please leave a Google Review of the Islamorada Brewery that mentions Jim. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support
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Jim feels the need to modify observations from the previous episode. Choosing to work in the service industry necessitates accepting you will work on holidays. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support
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