Bourbon & Rum Podcast

Cutting Crap, Raising Retirement, and Facing Reality

Duration: 55:33 | Recorded on July 6, 2025 S2E20 – In this episode, Kent and Kyle have radical ideas for fixing what’s broken. The brothers dive deep into the intersection of politics, economics, AI, and societal structure. They begin by reacting to tragic flooding news out of Texas before exploring how emerging technologies and entrenched…
Striking Balance: Iran, Israel, and American Restraint

Duration: 53:38 | Recorded on June 29, 2025 S2E19 – This week, the brothers regroup after U.S. airstrikes in Iran. They unpack what the limited strike means for the region, the Ayatollah’s grip on power, and the potential for regime change driven not by bombs, but by the Iranian people. Domestically, the U.S. faces explosive…
Iran–Israel War: Diplomacy, Military Strategy, and Regime Change

Duration: 39:51 | Recorded on Saturday, June 21, 2025 S2E18 – In this episode, Kent and Kyle discuss the situation surrounding Iran and Israel. They delve into the historical context of U.S. intervention in Iran, particularly the 1953 coup that destabilized a democratic, multi-ethnic government and reinstated the Shah, ultimately leading to the 1979 revolution…
Trump vs. Musk: The Billionaire Budget Brawl

Duration: 47:49 | Recorded on June 7, 2025 S2E17 – This week, things get spirited as the brothers unpack the growing feud between Trump and Musk. Was it inevitable? They debate whether this clash is just a battle of egos or rooted in real policy disagreements—especially around Musk’s frustration with the latest federal spending bill.…
The Biden Coverup (According to Tapper)

Duration: 47:52 | Recorded on May 26, 2025 S2E16 – In the latest episode, Kyle is back on the bourbon and Kent is sipping a margarita out of a can! The brothers dive deep into the details of Jake Tapper’s new book on Joe Biden’s decline and the alleged cover-up, discussing perceived declining acuity, the…
AI, Art, and Aliens

Duration: 1:03:08 | Recorded on May 13, 2025 S2E15 – This episode covers a variety of subjects including discussions about AI (Grok, its capabilities in auditing and creative tasks, and its potential impact on different professions), the nature of art and creativity in the age of AI, concepts related to the Holy Spirit and consciousness,…
The Political Reality Show: Headlines and Chaos

Duration: 33:27 | Recorded on April 27, 2025 S2E14 – In today’s episode, the brothers discuss the news and political landscape. They touch upon how Donald Trump’s constant engagement with the media, even negative attention, makes him a “money maker” for the press because “it sells.” They also debate the effectiveness and transparency of the…
Tariffs, Trade Wars, and AI: Navigating the Economic Disruption

Duration: 52:41 | Recorded on: April 12, 2025 S2E13 – Today, the brothers’ conversation begins with a point of contention regarding the necessity of manufacturing jobs in the U.S. versus a focus on AI-driven roles, sparked by recent stock market volatility and Trump’s tariff policies. They delve into the effectiveness and motivations behind tariffs; will…
Tax and Milestones

Duration: 57:25 | Recorded on March 26, 2025 S2E12 – Today, the brothers celebrate reaching a podcast milestone of 500 plays! Thank you, listeners! Prompted by the upcoming tax season, the main topic of today’s episode is taxes. Kent shares research on total tax revenue as a share of GDP in the US compared to…
School Choice and Public Funding: A Discussion with a Texas Educator

Duration: 1:13:21 | Recorded on March 15, 2025 S2E11 – Today the brothers present a nuanced discussion with the podcast’s first guest, a public school Athletic Administrator in Texas. The conversation centers around the complex topic of school choice and public education funding. Key points of contention and exploration include the merits and drawbacks of…