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Pouring Stories

Michael Giambrone

Booking Overview

A hospitality interview show focused on Las Vegas, bartending, craft cocktails, spirits, and the operational realities of restaurants and bars, featuring experienced industry practitioners and beverage personalities. Credible pitches include mixologists, spirits educators, beverage executives, hospitality entrepreneurs, venue operators, and cocktail authors with substantial hands-on expertise; booking difficulty is medium because the show welcomes industry professionals but also features recognized figures in the field.

Metrics

Episodes: 26

Frequency: Irregular

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Estimated listeners: < 100

Listener location: USA

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

pouringstories702@gmail.com

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Host

Michael Giambrone - Las Vegas-based hospitality podcast host and producer who explores the business, craft, and personal experiences behind bartending, cocktails, spirits, restaurants, and entertainment.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Hands-on experience in bartending, mixology, spirits education, beverage brand representation, restaurant or bar operations, hospitality entrepreneurship, or cocktail authorship.
Required Achievements:  
Leadership in a bar, restaurant, resort, or beverage brand, Expertise in cocktail development or spirits education, Experience opening or operating hospitality venues, Published cocktail writing or books, Meaningful contributions to the bartending and hospitality industry

Recent Guest Discussions

Francesco Lafranconi - Hospitality Business, Beverage Education, Bartending Professionalism, Pisco, Cocktail Culture, And The Career Path From Italy To Beverage Leadership.

Francesco Lafranconi - Craft Cocktails, Bartender Professionalism, Scotch And Bourbon, Beverage Education, Cocktail Technique, And The Responsibilities Of Hospitality Professionals.

Tony Abou-Ganim - Hospitality, Cocktail Technique, Bartender Responsibility, The Helen David Relief Fund, Industry Heritage, Mixologist Fatigue, And His Cocktail Book.

Christian Cepero - The Transition From Bartending To Brand Representation, Liquor Sales, Cigar Lounges, Craft Cocktails, And Operating In Hospitality.

Constantin Alexander - Opening And Closing Restaurants, Hospitality Entrepreneurship, Venue Operations, Financial Risk, Partnerships, And Lessons From Business Failure.

Recent Topics

Business, Hospitality, Bartending, Craft Cocktails, Spirits

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Pouring Stories
:

Rustyn Vaughn Lee | Pouring Stories Season 2 Episode 11

October 18, 2026

Timestamps:00:00 Rustyn’s Altimura Negroni03:43 Altimura Italian Vodka 06:31 The logistics of beverage operations08:37 Pre-Batching 10:17 Fresh Juice Cheating.11:42 Bartending at Absinthe13:50 Beverage creation16:55 Covid Happened18:15 Country Singer Rustyn19:45 Corpse Reviver #2 21:41 Becoming A Civilian 23:45 Know where to order this24:40 Ole Red Las Vegas26:08 Musicians Doing Covers31:23 George Jones 33:15 Merle Haggard34:44 Working for Altimura 36:00 Rustyn’s story - Vodka haters40:02 Ros...

The Business Of Craft Cocktails | Francesco Lafranconi | Pouring Stories S2 Ep10 Part 2

September 27, 2026

In part 2 of Francesco's visit we discuss the business side of hospitality. Before his role as Director of Beverage & Hospitality Culture, Francesco came to America to work at Southern Glazers Wine & Spirits, developed a state of the art classroom, and paved the way for spirit ambassadorship. Francesco gets behind the bar to give an in depth rundown on Pisco & the Pisco Sour. He is a one of a kind talent that always leads with professionalism and a pursuit of knowledge. I have...

The Art Of Craft Cocktails | Francesco Lafranconi Pouring Stories S2 Ep10

September 21, 2026

Francesco Lafranconi sits down for part 1 of a two-part conversation.We start in the glass and end up in the work. A Negroni done with intention. Gin, vermouth, and why those bottles are never just bottles. We talk Italy. Teaching Scotch in the Highlands. Scotch vs. Bourbon, a Nevada ranch that also once to made absinthe, and the long road from gelato and espresso to the bar.Francesco doesn’t treat bartender like a costume. He treats it like a craft with a backbone: respect, empathy, professi...

Frequently asked questions

Here's some frequently asked questions for
Pouring Stories
:

How do I get in touch with Pouring Stories?

Pouring Stories is hosted by Michael Giambrone. Its publicly listed email is pouringstories702@gmail.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Pouring Stories?

The publicly listed email for Pouring Stories: pouringstories702@gmail.com.

How many listeners does Pouring Stories have?

Podseeker estimates Pouring Stories reaches fewer than 100 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Pouring Stories?

Pouring Stories typically books rising experts. Typical guest background: Hands-on experience in bartending, mixology, spirits education, beverage brand representation, restaurant or bar operations, hospitality entrepreneurship, or cocktail authorship. Common among recent guests: Leadership in a bar, restaurant, resort, or beverage brand; Expertise in cocktail development or spirits education; Experience opening or operating hospitality venues. Recent guests include Francesco Lafranconi, Francesco Lafranconi, and Tony Abou-Ganim.

How hard is it to get booked on Pouring Stories?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does Pouring Stories cover?

Recent episodes cover Business, Hospitality, Bartending, Craft Cocktails, and Spirits. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

pouringstories702@gmail.com

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