
Episode 8
In this episode, Craig and Harrie discuss “wanky” tasting notes, long weekends and how preparing to take a break means having to work harder before and after the break, customer service and that it’s best to avoid restau
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Hosted by craigspeelman · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 8 episodes
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In this podcast, Harrie and Craig take a light-hearted look at their current favourite whisky, things that have got them thinking lately, other things that just pop into their heads while they’re talking, and matters that have slowly taken on more significance as they ease their way into the last third of their lives.
craigspeelman hosts It’s the Whisky Talking, a leisure show with 8 episodes published.

In this episode, Craig and Harrie discuss “wanky” tasting notes, long weekends and how preparing to take a break means having to work harder before and after the break, customer service and that it’s best to avoid restau
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In this episode, Craig and Harrie discuss the pause in production announced by several bourbon producers, changes in drinking habits around the world, the pros and cons of AI in the workplace, and procrastination. The sp
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In this episode, Craig and Harrie discuss the idea of rest in retirement, and the changing nature of ‘having a coffee with a friend’ and the complexity associated with considering contrary opinions. The special guest in
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In this episode Craig and Harrie discuss the wildlife situation in Hillarys, splitting bills in restaurants, the bizarre experience of being asked for a tip prior to receiving any service, and the varying quality of “cus
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Craig and Harrie sample another of Starboard's finest whiskys - the Ginger Beer Cask Single Malt Australian Whisky - while considering the relative dangers of bees, security doors and reliving the past. Their special gue
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Craig interviews his brother, Jonathan Speelman. Craig and Harrie consider the pros and cons of semi-retirement, and explore the surprise of whiskies from Bhutan.
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Craig interviews his Dad, Paul Speelman, and Craig and Harrie discuss the idea that retiring from work doesn't suit everyone. They also luxuriate in the delights of Whipper Snapper's Upshot Australian Corn Whiskey.
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Craig Speelman and Harrie Swanson share their thoughts about entering the last third of life, while enjoying the delights of Starward's Nova single-malt whisky.
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