Will and Chris talk about Thanksgiving, Dolly's Netflix show, and the future of potluck. Thanks to our wonderful sponsors: Eli Mason - Eli Mason is premium cocktail mixers and syrups made with all-natural ingredients in Nashville, TN. Save 20% on 3-packs with the code potluck. EliMason.com or follow them on Instagram at @EliMasonSyrups. Mountain Va…

First, Will and Chris talk about a bear that seems to have taken up residence in Davidson County, TN. This would be the first resident bear in about a century. Then they talk about an article in Bitter Southerner called A Corridor Runs Through It, reflecting on the changing wildlife and wilderness areas of Florida. Finally, they talk about their fe…

After a Fall hiatus, Will and Chris return. Chris tells of his travels across the South from Memphis to the Atlantic Coast. Then, they talk about the new podcast Dolly Parton's America. Thanks to our wonderful sponsors: Eli Mason - A special September only event! For every bottle sold during this month, $1 will go to St. Jude Children's Research Ho…

Chris and Will talk about the New York Times exposé on Justify's failed drug test prior to the triple crown run. Then they talk about the Ken Burns Country Music Docu-series on PBS. Finally, they talk about a new podcast coming this fall from WNYC called "Dolly Parton's America." Thanks to our wonderful sponsors: Eli Mason - A special September onl…

This is a tangent filled Potluck folks. Will and Chris talk about all the usual things (i.e. Sean Brock, Birmingham, NYT articles), but they have some fun diversions into intellectual property law and how to count years. All while recording from an empty, soon-to-be baby's nursery. Hope you enjoy! Thanks to our wonderful sponsors: Eli Mason - A spe…

This show is a bit late, because Will's wife had her baby. From the top, Chris and Will talk about the great Popeye's Chicken Sandwich launch and subsequent sellouts nationwide. Then, Will gives Chris a gift. Finally, they talk about a city guide from Washington Post on Nashville. Thanks to our wonderful sponsors: Eli Mason - Premium cocktail mixer…

Chris and Will catch up about their respective weekends. Then they talk about air conditioning at length. Throw in some rum talk. Chris reads a haiku he wrote. Then they talk about the new Sturgill song. Thanks to our wonderful sponsors: Eli Mason - Premium cocktail mixers and syrups made with all-natural ingredients in Nashville, TN. The Mint Jule…

It's the August edition of Old Fashioned Friday. We take listener questions which came in through our new facebook group POTLUCKERS and enjoy some Buffalo Trace Old Fashioned. Speaking of, thank you to our wonderful presenting sponsor: Buffalo Trace Bourbon: made at the legendary 200-year-old Buffalo Trace Distillery, the world’s most award-winning…

This week on Potluck, Chris and Will take another "how Southern are you" quiz, with books being the testing method. They resolve that an all inclusive pop culture quiz is needed and will be taking suggestions over at the Potluckers private facebook group. Then they talk about the SEC's removal of an alcohol prohibition at sporting events. Finally t…

First, Chris and Will debrief Southern Whiskey Society and all the glorious food and whiskey which was consumed. Then they talk about a newer Southern true-crime podcast called Murder, etc. Finally, they talk about Tyler Childers' new album "Country Squire." Thanks to our wonderful sponsors: Eli Mason - Premium cocktail mixers and syrups made with …

First, Chris talks about the Great Southern Peach Crisis of 2019, which almost brought Southern Whiskey Society to a screeching halt. Following that, they talk about Ford Fry's upcoming FOUR restaurants in Nashville. Finally they have some music talk. Thanks to our wonderful sponsors: Eli Mason - Premium cocktail mixers and syrups made with all-nat…

Will and Chris announce the creation of a Facebook group to foster Southern discussion. You can search Facebook for "Potluckers" or you can click through to this link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/703841356755200/. Then they talk about a famed New Orleans Hand-pie making a comeback. Finally, they address some Florida news. Thanks to our wonderfu…

Will and Chris cover some recent meals they have eaten, some remarkable arrests in Oklahoma, and a unique marketing style of a BBQ joint in Jackson, TN. Thanks to our wonderful sponsors: Eli Mason - Premium cocktail mixers and syrups made with all-natural ingredients in Nashville, TN. The Mint Julep Mix is back for a limited time, so stock up for y…

First, Will and Chris talk about a reddit post brought to their attention by their friend Kris Kettner, in which someone was trying to discover what a "breakfast soup" was on hotel hot breakfast bars. Then they take a "southern quiz" based off of food items you've eaten. Finally they give an update on snakes of Tennessee. Thanks to our wonderful sp…

First, Chris and Will catch up after not recording for a few weeks, and we learn that Chris is a cowboy. Then, Will gets right to business with some snake talk. Finally, there is an update to the scooter story the guys talked about a few weeks back. Thanks for baring with us this busy summer! Thanks to our wonderful sponsors: Eli Mason - Premium co…

It's the May edition of Old Fashioned Friday, even though it is coming to you in mid-June. We take listener questions and enjoy some Buffalo Trace Old Fashioneds. This month, we sat at the bar of Blockhouse in Franklin, TN while we recorded. Check them out if you're looking for a good barber or a good cocktail. http://www.theblockhouse.net. Speakin…

First, Chris and Will talk about sightings of alligators in Tennessee. Then, they talk about a movie Will watched on Netflix called "The Highwaymen." Then, they talk about the newly announced Loveless Cafe food truck. Thanks to our wonderful sponsors: Eli Mason - Premium cocktail mixers and syrups made with all-natural ingredients in Nashville, TN.…

Will and Chris start off by going over some of their happenings over the Memorial Day weekend. This discussion devolves into a discussion of some different types of syrups. Then, they take a question written in by a listener about cooking with cast iron. And finally, they talk about a quite remarkable and illicit package washing up on the shore in …

First, Will and Chris talk about the upcoming cookbook from Sean Brock called "South" (surprise, surprise). Then, they talk about a list ranking "the best steakhouses" in the country and the South's representation on it. You can view that list here. Finally, they talk about a billionaire's gift to Morehouse College graduates. Thanks to our wonderfu…

First, Will and Chris shoot the breeze about what they did on Mother's Day and surrounding events. Then, they talk about the sudden departure of bourbon rockstar Marianne Eaves from the Castle & Key Distillery. Finally, they discuss a New York Times article about the state of the Charleston Food Scene. Thanks to our wonderful sponsors: Eli Mason - …

This week on the show, Will and Chris discuss the debacle, which was the Kentucky Derby, and all the drama surrounding it. Then they discuss Will's trip to Jackson, MS. Next, they talk about this year's James Beard Award winners. Finally, Will tells Chris about a Mexican Restaurant special which originated in Virginia. Here is the article from the …

First, Chris goes on record that he was wrong about the Nashville draft weekend, and offers an apology to our city. Then they talk about the Kentucky Derby and make some picks. Then, they talk about a post Sean Brock made on Instagram. Thanks to our wonderful sponsors: Eli Mason - Premium cocktail mixers and syrups made with all-natural ingredients…

It's the April edition of Old Fashioned Friday. We take listener questions and enjoy some Buffalo Trace Old Fashioneds. This month, we sat at the bar of Blockhouse in Franklin, TN while we recorded. Check them out if you're looking for a good barber or a good cocktail. http://www.theblockhouse.net. Speaking of, thank you to our wonderful presenting…

First, Will and Chris talk about an article their friend Matt sent to them about spiral cut ham. You can read that here. Then, they talk about a new MADE SOUTH podcast which will be coming soon. It's called 'Q' and it's going to be an amazing journey in the world of BBQ. Then, they talk about the NFL Draft in Nashville. Thanks to our wonderful spon…

On this very special episode of Potluck, Will and Chris talk about the mysterious bowls of mashed potatoes which appeared around Jackson, MS last week. Then, they land an interview with the individual some have called the Mashed Potato Maniac... and are left with more questions than answers. Thanks to our sponsors for their continued support of thi…

First, Will and Chris get into a discussion about the song "Old Town Road" by Lil Nas X. Then they talk about a question which came from their friend Tim in California. Finally, they talk about Auburn's historic run in the NCAA tournament and an essay by Sean Dietrich. You can read that essay here. Thanks to our wonderful sponsors: Eli Mason - Prem…

It's the end of March edition of Old Fashioned Friday. We're caught up! We take listener questions and enjoy some Buffalo Trace. Speaking of, thank you to our wonderful presenting sponsor: Buffalo Trace Bourbon: made at the legendary 200-year-old Buffalo Trace Distillery, the world’s most award-winning distillery. It's a delicious bourbon you can d…

First, Will and Chris give the updated standings in the biscuit bracket. Then they talk about a new Ken Burns documentary coming to PBS in September about Country Music. Then, they talk about two Dolly Parton specials coming to Netflix. Finally, they talk about a lost show dog at the Atlanta airport. Thanks to our wonderful sponsors: Eli Mason - Pr…

First, Will and Chris talk a little basketball, as we are in the mad, mad season of March. And, they mention that SEC tournament winner. Then they go on to talk about the Top Chef season 16 finale, which included 2 southern chefs. Finally, they talk about an episode of the show Ride with Norman Reedus, which was filmed across Tennessee. Thanks to o…

First, Will and Chris debate the merits of Daylight Saving Time, and they get into a little discussion about their travel to Kentucky this weekend. Then, they release the information about their upcoming March Madness Biscuit Bracket. Finally, they talk about the sad news of B's Cracklin' BBQ burning down in Atlanta. Thanks to our sponsors for maki…

It's the early March edition of Old Fashioned Friday. We take listener questions and enjoy some Buffalo Trace! Speaking of, thank you to our wonderful presenting sponsor: Buffalo Trace Bourbon: made at the legendary 200-year-old Buffalo Trace Distillery, the world’s most award-winning distillery. It's a delicious bourbon you can drink neat, on the …

First, Will and Chris enjoy a Sazerac cocktail in honor of Fat Tuesday (the day they recorded). They talk about the cocktail's history, Mardi Gras, and Absinthe. Then, Chris tells Will about a collaboration dinner he and his wife went to in Birmingham. This was a unique dinner where Highlands and Hattie B's collaborated for something special. Then,…

Chris and Will begin this episode with updates from the travel they both had over the weekend to Savannah, GA and Memphis, TN, respectively. Then, they talk about the 2019 James Beard Awards Finalists. If you want to see the full list of nominees, you can find that here. Also, here is a link to the Sean Brock New Yorker profile from 2011, which Wil…

First, Will and Chris talk about some up coming trips to Memphis and Savannah. Then they talk about a new song out by Judah & the Lion feat. Kasey Musgraves. You can watch/listen to it here. Then they talk about a new music festival coming to Lexington, KY in August called Railbird Festival. Thanks to our wonderful sponsors who make this show possi…

First, Will and Chris talk about some Valentine's Day things, being that it is, in fact, Valentine's Day, today. Then, they discuss some Southern recognition at the Grammy Awards. Finally, they talk about Southerner the podcast and some thoughts that Will had surrounding it. Thanks to our wonderful sponsors who make this show possible: GUMPTION Con…

It's time for another edition of Old Fashioned Friday. This one was slightly delayed by some illness, but, as they say, better late than never. We take listener questions and enjoy some Buffalo Trace! Speaking of, thank you to our wonderful presenting sponsor: Buffalo Trace Bourbon: made at the legendary 200-year-old Buffalo Trace Distillery, the w…

Will and Chris are back from last week's hiatus with some new southern discussion. There is breaking news about Sean Brock's big Nashville project. You can read about that here. Southern Living has put out a list of the most iconic food items in each Southern state... so of course Will and Chris dive in. You can see the full list here. Finally, the…

First, Will gives an update on his birthday dinner, which was at Black Rabbit in Nashville. Then, they talk about an NPR article about biscuits, which leads to a broader biscuit discussion. You can read that article here. Then, they discuss an article from the LA Times called "Finding Chinese food, and home, in Nashville, Tennessee." It's a fascina…

First, Chris catches Will off guard with a discussion of essential reading for Southerners, based off of a blog at MadeSouth.com. Then they discuss some news from Nashville, including some personal stories from their home city. Then, they discuss some exciting news out of the Muscle Shoals Sound studio and the Allman Betts Band. Read more about tha…

First, Chris tells will about his recent getaway to Blackberry Farm in Walland, TN. Then, Will tells Chris about a the book he just finished: A High Low Tide by André Joseph Gallant. It covers the attempt to revive the Oyster industry in Georgia. Then, they discuss a recent accident in Alabama, which left chicken tenders scattered across a road, an…

A national catastrophe could be near, with a shortage of collard greens. We talk about this and its potential repercussions. You can read the source article here. Then, we discuss a NYT piece about the "Napa-fication" of Kentucky, with bourbon tourism. It's particularly a fun read, because it focuses on Chris and Will's friend Dixon Dedman of Kentu…

It is only fitting that the final Potluck of 2018 should be an Old Fashioned Friday Episode. Pour yourself up an Old Fashioned with delicious Buffalo Trace bourbon and listen as Will and Chris take some listener questions. Thanks to Buffalo Trace Bourbon for sponsoring this episode. While you sip a delicious cocktail made with their bourbon, make s…

Chris and Will reflect on 2018 and give 5 things each that were "favorite things" of theirs this year. Thanks to our wonderful sponsors that made this an excellent year: Southern Socks - Based in Lexington, KY, USA-made, super high quality. In this episode, Will was wearing Virginia socks and Chris was wearing bourbon socks. http://southernsocks.co…

First, the guys discuss a New York Times article showing the trajectory of the city of Nashville and contrasting it against Birmingham. Then they talk about an NPR analysis of Sweet Home Alabama. Finally, they talk about a new promotional to-go box that Popeye's is launching in the Philadelphia airport over this busy holiday travel season. Thanks t…

First, Will discusses a short story by Truman Capote called A Christmas Memory. Then, the guys discuss a new movie on Netflix called Dumplin. It stars Jennifer Aniston and features lots of Dolly Parton. Then they discuss a new event that MADE SOUTH will be putting on in the spring called Gumption. You can check that out here. Thanks to our sponsors…

First, Will and Chris discuss their 2018 gift guide. Links to gifts below sponsors section. Then, they discuss the passing of President George HW Bush, and a brief profile from 2016 in Garden and Gun by Jon Meacham. You can read that here. Then, they discuss some bizarre southern landmarks, based of an article here, and they guys add one each to th…

Chris and Will take your questions on the November edition of Old Fashioned Friday, brought to you by our friends at Buffalo Trace. Sit back, pour an Old Fashioned cocktail with some Buffalo Trace, and tag #TastetheTrace on social media.

First, Will and Chris recap their Thanksgiving holiday and all the delicious food they ate. Then, Will gives a brief review of a book he read, titled Florida by Lauren Groff. You can find that here, if you're interested. Finally, they address a concern from a listener regarding a statement in a previous episode. Also, Chris also set up a new POTLUC…

We expected to release a full length episode for your travels this week. But after MADE SOUTH festivities and Thanksgiving preparations, we decided to take the week off. Don't worry, though. We will be back to our regular schedule next week. Listen for this short edition with Will's favorite Thanksgiving foods.…

First, Will gets all political, by bringing up a statement from Jake Tapper's election night coverage on CNN. He's unhappy with the way Mr. Tapper phrased a statement about a certain Southern state. Then, the guys talk about a documentary on Netflix, called "Remastered: Tricky Dick and the Man in Black." Then, they discuss a unique selfie opportuni…