ALASKA BARCAST

Tom & Brad

Sharing the people, the culture, and lifestyle of the Last Frontier one dive bar at a time. read less
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Episode ? - Where did we go... - Crossroads Lounge
Apr 5 2023
Episode ? - Where did we go... - Crossroads Lounge
It's been a crazy winter and many moons since we have recorded an episode. We honestly can't remember what happened. Apparently, Brad was abducted by aliens. But, you are in luck, we return to Alaska Barcast with amazing guests and a whole lot going on. We discuss cocaine cat, among other things, and enjoy diving into the Alaska marijuana industry with none other than the infamous Weed Fairies. Easily recognized throughout the Anchorage dispensary and dive bar scene, thanks to their donning of life-like fairy ears, our guests educate us in all things legalized marijuana.We hope you enjoy and thank you for listening. Connect with us on Facebook and Instagram

Episodes

Episode ? - Where did we go... - Crossroads Lounge
Apr 5 2023
Episode ? - Where did we go... - Crossroads Lounge
It's been a crazy winter and many moons since we have recorded an episode. We honestly can't remember what happened. Apparently, Brad was abducted by aliens. But, you are in luck, we return to Alaska Barcast with amazing guests and a whole lot going on. We discuss cocaine cat, among other things, and enjoy diving into the Alaska marijuana industry with none other than the infamous Weed Fairies. Easily recognized throughout the Anchorage dispensary and dive bar scene, thanks to their donning of life-like fairy ears, our guests educate us in all things legalized marijuana.We hope you enjoy and thank you for listening. Connect with us on Facebook and Instagram
Jack Daniels & Popcorn - Crossroads Lounge
Dec 16 2022
Jack Daniels & Popcorn - Crossroads Lounge
Episode 19 comes to you from Labor Day 2022 and we have a gaggle of patrons join us to create the amazing bar discussion that  you are about to listen to and hopefully enjoy. Thank you for your patience as we got this episode edited and uploaded. Cheers and thank you for listening.Connect with us on Facebook and Instagram
Greg Morton Was Here! - Crossroads Lounge
Jun 7 2022
Greg Morton Was Here! - Crossroads Lounge
On Episode 18, we had the amazing honor of having Greg Morton on Alaska BarCast. You will know Greg from his incredible impressions and sound effects after competing on Season 14 of America's Got Talent. He came to Alaska to make us laugh, and that he did. He performed multiple shows in Wasilla and Anchorage. He then joined us Where Friends Meet and the rest is history. We hope you enjoy one of the more unique and fun episodes we have ever recorded.Connect with us on Facebook and Instagram
Alaska Barcast Live! - Crossroads Lounge
Mar 29 2022
Alaska Barcast Live! - Crossroads Lounge
In Episode 17 we go live with the audience and it is an absolute blast. Old guests from previous episodes join us, games are played, and so much more. We want to thank everyone who came out to support us and take part in the episode. We love recording Alaska Barcast and we couldn't do it without.Connect with us on Facebook and Instagram
Cat's Amore - Flattop Pizza & Pool
Feb 28 2022
Cat's Amore - Flattop Pizza & Pool
Episode 16 comes to you from the corner bar at 6th and F Street in Anchorage, AK, Flattop Pizza & Pool. We had a great crowd and discuss the definition of a cat lady, proper inflight pooping protocol, the Winter Olympics, and so much more. We hope you enjoy our highly educated banter and, as always, thank you all for listening. Cheers! ***UPDATE: Dillon T. Pickle has been found!Connect with us on Facebook and Instagram
From Farm to Bar - Palmer Alehouse
Feb 2 2022
From Farm to Bar - Palmer Alehouse
We come to you from the Palmer Alehouse located in one of the first buildings constructed in Palmer in 1936. Originally built as the town's Trading Post, this famous building is now home to great food, booze, and live music. We speak with the new owner as well as a born-and-raised fourth generation Palmerite. (We think that is correct) A lot of cool history covered and we hope you enjoy listening to it as much as we did recording. Seriously though, any sound techs out there just give a shout.Connect with us on Facebook and Instagram
Barcast's First Christmas - Crossroads Lounge
Dec 15 2021
Barcast's First Christmas - Crossroads Lounge
In Episode 14 we welcome The Flying Chef, Mark Bly, to the Barcast and discuss how Christmas caroling began, the birth place of The Bloody Mary, and much much more. Don't miss the Great Drunks of History or the big announcement from Mark. Alaska is getting a brewery that is the first of its kind in The Last Frontier. We wish all of our regulars listening in a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays. Thanks for listening and enjoy!Connect with us on Facebook and Instagram
The Brothers Jensen - Crossroads Lounge
Dec 2 2021
The Brothers Jensen - Crossroads Lounge
In Episode 13 we welcome Bryan and Andy, the brothers Jensen. We hope you will join us for some fun bar banter as Bryan calls in from Sioux Falls, South Dakota. We discuss communicating through emojis, naming craft beers, and play a wicked game of “The 💩” or “Bull💩,” to name a few topics. Thank you for listening and cheers!Connect with us on Facebook and Instagram
Boss Bitches - Brown Bear Saloon & Motel
Nov 4 2021
Boss Bitches - Brown Bear Saloon & Motel
In Episode 12, we head down the beautiful Seward Highway to a little town called Indian, where three fabulous boss bitches join the Barcast at the Brown Bear Saloon and Motel. This amazing trio is made up of guest co-host Victoria, long time listener-first time contributor, E, a splendid bartender from our home bar of Crossroads, and Marge, a delightfully badass boilermaker. We discuss the saucy life of the inventor of the modern bra, pumpkin drops, and an infamous serial killer from The Last Frontier.Connect with us on Facebook and Instagram
Dottie's All 'Bout "U" - Crossroads Lounge
Aug 2 2021
Dottie's All 'Bout "U" - Crossroads Lounge
In Episode 11 we come to you from the after party of the 13th annual Dottie's All 'Bout "U" Golf Tournament held by Crossroads Lounge. We have a special guest host Matt Nevala filling in for Brad as we discuss this great fundraiser and hear from some of the participants. We also leave the mic on, near our friend Heather, who occasionally, and very entertainingly, pops up in the background unknowingly. Also, there's no snare in Tom's headphones. Thank you to the Champagne of Beers and Odom Corporation for the amazing sign outside Crossroads!Connect with us on Facebook and Instagram
Bo, Don't Bite! (Special Guests - Love & Theft) - The Broken Blender
Jul 23 2021
Bo, Don't Bite! (Special Guests - Love & Theft) - The Broken Blender
In episode 10, Alaska Barcast comes to you from the Broken Blender. A new amazing dive bar in downtown Anchorage, AK that has brought new life to a longtime bar & restaurant location. Our guests are the amazing Country Music duo, Love & Theft. Stephen and Eric join us as they embark on their Alaska concert tour and share some great stories, their best dad jokes, and you'll never think of Driving Miss Daisy the same way ever again. Be sure to check out their new song "Mirror Mirror" that was released earlier this month! Thank you for listening to Alaska Barcast. Enjoy!Connect with us on Facebook and Instagram
Dolly, Can You Hear Me? - The Pioneer Bar
Jun 25 2021
Dolly, Can You Hear Me? - The Pioneer Bar
In Episode 9 we have the honor of recording at The Pioneer Club (The Pio) on 4th Avenue in Anchorage, AK. We welcome our marketing guru @FunkMastaCrump and her bearded beau, Anthony, as our guests. After this episode, Tom might get a restraining order from Dolly Parton after Brad is fashionably late. Thank you for listening and our next episode is the finale of Season 1!Connect with us on Facebook and Instagram
Survival of the Fittest! - Darwin’s Theory
Jun 16 2021
Survival of the Fittest! - Darwin’s Theory
We come to you from the famous Darwin's Theory which is one of the oldest dive bars in Alaska. Iconic for its Red Hot shots, the bar is also a favorite "Tourist Trap" where the locals view the "Urban Wildlife." Our guest, Nevs, breaks down the history of the bar and its involvement in the community as we discuss great drunk performances in sports. We hope you enjoy this episode and experiencing this great dive bar as much as we did. Cheers!Connect with us on Facebook and Instagram
We've Got An Itch! - Crossroads Lounge
May 24 2021
We've Got An Itch! - Crossroads Lounge
In episode 7 we get a review of opening day at The Alaska Reindeer Farm. We also discuss everything from the amount of booze consumed at the Kentucky Derby to how many Taco Bell packets get used every year. And as always, Great Drunks in History! (Ba-Baaaaaaah) Thank you for listening!Connect with us on Facebook and Instagram
Alaska: Open For Business - Williwaw Social
May 6 2021
Alaska: Open For Business - Williwaw Social
In Episode 6 we welcome Cyrus Aldeman with Anchorage Trolley Tours to the BARCAST as we discuss Alaska tourism and the upcoming summer season. We also have special guest, Megan Killoran, the lead singer of "Nothin’ But Trouble" to participate in the music edition of "Bullsh*&?" Come visit Alaska this summer because it is "OPEN FOR BUSINESS!"Connect with us on Facebook and Instagram
NO DISASSEMBLE!!!! - Crossroads Lounge
Apr 13 2021
NO DISASSEMBLE!!!! - Crossroads Lounge
Join us for Episode 5, meet Ben "Mother F#$%#er Jones," as well as our guests Hollis and Derk for a new segment called, "Darts with Derk!" We have a new 'Greatest Drunks of History' and discuss interesting bar facts. And once again....I digress.Connect with us on Facebook and Instagram
Bless Our Lucky Charms - Crossroads Lounge
Mar 26 2021
Bless Our Lucky Charms - Crossroads Lounge
In Episode 4 we discuss the history of St. Patrick's Day, interpret Irish slang, discuss why looking up your family history may not be the best thing, and Tom gets left alone on the podcast...Connect with us on Facebook and Instagram
The Holy Hand Grenade - The Blue Fox
Mar 17 2021
The Holy Hand Grenade - The Blue Fox
In Episode 3, we come to you from The Blue Fox. A great dive bar located in Anchorage's East-Midtown. We discuss the next Great Drunk of History, traveling through Alaska by train, a relationship expert's 12 date rule, as well as the Covid vaccination, and so much more. Cheers!Connect with us on Facebook and Instagram
5.3 Earthquake - I'm Okay, You're Okay, We're All Okay! - Crossroads Lounge
Mar 8 2021
5.3 Earthquake - I'm Okay, You're Okay, We're All Okay! - Crossroads Lounge
With the 5.3 earthquake that happened the morning of the BARCAST we discuss the ground shaking history of Alaska, the annual Fur Rendezvous Winter Festival, and why people like to wear beaver on their heads...please not we checked the explicit box. Always check the box.Connect with us on Facebook and Instagram
In The Beginning... - Crossroads Lounge
Feb 26 2021
In The Beginning... - Crossroads Lounge
This is the first episode of Alaska BarCast. We kick it off from our home dive bar, Crossroads Lounge. We are excited to share the amazing people, culture, and most importantly, stories that come with life in the Last Frontier while enjoying the patrons of fine drinking establishments across the state. Connect with us on Facebook and Instagram