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Latest Episodes

Episode 101: The 21st Amendment and “Obsession”
September 15, 2016

It was surprisingly easy to end Prohibition. All it took was the Great Depression, rampant crime, and dozens of state conventions! Join us as we celebrate the end of a national mistake and watch Brian de Palma’s “Obsession.”Filed under:

Episode 100: Bootlegging and “Something Wicked This Way Comes”
August 25, 2016

When the hurly-burly’s done, Kate and Josh will have celebrated 100 episodes of Prefer Not To! Join them for a look back through the fog and filthy air of Prohibition bootlegging before diving into the toil and trouble of 1983’s “Somethi

Episode 099: Prohibition! (Liquor Laws pt. 2) and “Audrey Rose”
August 13, 2016

Kate and Josh are back from vacation! Remember that time America did something crazy and voted for a crazy idea that was crazy? Thank goodness that’s behind us. Also, 1977’s “Audrey Rose” manages to be both bizarre and boring. Thin

Episode 098: Liquor Laws (Part 1) and “Wolfen”
July 20, 2016

In the first of a three-part look at the history of liquor laws in America, Kate talks about the run-up to Prohibition and about the reform movements of the 19th century. Then, Albert Finney fights giant wolves in the South Bronx with Gregory Hines in &#8

Episode 097: Wine Coolers and “Terminator Genisys”
July 11, 2016

This is where the fun starts! Add wine to sugar and bubbles and put on a pastel linen jacket, because Kate has wine coolers and we’re watching “Terminator Genisys.” And we thank you for your support.Filed under: Podcast, Uncategorized Ta

Episode 096: Boulevardier and “Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit”
July 09, 2016

Like Kraft French Dressing and naming your daughter Angelique, the Boulevardier is more trashy and American than it is classy or Gallic. Join us!Filed under: Podcast Tagged: boulevardier, campari, chris pine, cocktails, jack ryan: shadow recruit, keira kn

Episode 095: Blood, Sand and “Goosebumps”
June 23, 2016

He lived fast, died young and left a delicious cocktail. Kate explores the legacy of Rudolph Valentino as we drink the Blood and Sand, then we turn to “Goosebumps.” Join us!Filed under: Podcast, Uncategorized Tagged: blood and sand, cocktails,

Episode 094: Flush and “Black Sea”
June 11, 2016

Rash discussion is followed by rash decisions as Kate and Josh discuss alcohol flush reactions and 2014’s “Black Sea,” starring Jude Law. Join us!Filed under: Podcast Tagged: alcohol flush reaction, asian flush, asian glow, black sea, co

Episode 093: Kamikazes and “The Ruins”
May 26, 2016

Too bad the name is a tad racist, because the drink sure is delicious. Join Kate and Josh to sample the citrusy wallop of the Kamikaze and learn the history of the shooter, every college kid’s first worst mistake. Then watch some fictional college k

Episode 092: Moonshine and “Maggie”
May 19, 2016

We dodge the revenuers and lead poisoning to sample moonshine and watch the Arnold Schwartzenegger zombie drama “Maggie.” Join us!Filed under: Podcast Tagged: arnold schwartzenegger, cocktails, maggie, moonshine, movies, pntcast, podcast