Ryan, Thee, and JoJo are joined by Ryan's wife, Eve, who discusses Ryan's upcoming 50th birthday and the trials and tribulations of aging. In this episode, we raise a glass to the beauty, challenges, and quirks of getting older. From creaky knees to sharper perspectives, the crew dives into what aging means—physically, mentally, and emotionally. We compare life’s journey to a well-aged bourbon: sometimes smooth, sometimes with a surprising kick, but always richer with time. Expect laughs, honest reflections, a few unsolicited health tips, and a whiskey pairing that proves some things truly do get better with age.

Ryan, Thee, and Jojo talk BBQ and Education with Grand Rapids' own pit master Eddie Riley from Big Ed's BBQ. They start with a comparison of Four Roses Single Barrel and Small Batch. To compliment the BBQ discussion, they sample an Old Fourth Bourbon from Atlanta for the "Reach Around".

Join us for a no-holds-barred journey through the wild world of restaurants and bars with an industry veteran who’s seen—and survived—it all. From dodging flying plates to handling next-level customer meltdowns with a well-practiced smile, we’re pulling back the curtain on the chaos, quirks, and comedy of hospitality life. We’ll break down the legendary customer archetypes (yes, “extra ranch” people, we see you), the ever-evolving restaurant scene, and the parts that remain a gloriously unhinged dumpster fire. So pour yourself something strong, buckle up, and get ready for a brutally honest, laugh-out-loud dive into the madness of food service!