Bourbon & Rum Podcast

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…
Research Funding and the Future of Higher Education

Duration: 57:09 | Recorded on March 9, 2025 S2E10 – The brothers engage in a wide-ranging conversation, starting with the Trump administration’s rescinding of research grants to Columbia University due to alleged insufficient protection of Jewish students amidst protests. This sparks a debate on university finance, the role and potential dangers of federal funding in…
BREAKING: A Reaction to the Trump-Zelenskyy Clash in the Oval Office

Duration: 47:39 | Recorded on March 1, 2025 S2E9 – The brothers react to the recent exchange between then President Trump and President Zelenskyy, with one arguing it was a scripted event and the other seeing it as a diplomatic miscommunication. Their conversation pivots to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, differing views on Trump’s approach to Putin,…
A Deep Dive into Tariffs: Where Do We Line Up?

Duration: 1:03:46 | Recorded on February 23, 2025 S2E8 – Today, the brothers delve into the complex topic of tariffs, prompted by a listener suggestion. They begin by defining tariffs as taxes on imported goods and discussing their historical context, noting their prevalence even before the Trump administration. The discussion shifts to the pros and cons of…
Inflation, Economic Promises, and the War in Ukraine

Duration: 1.02.50 | Recorded on February 15, 2025 S2E7 – The brothers talk about current events and economic issues, noting the pitfalls of how quickly public perception can shift. Beginning with an in-depth analysis of inflation and its impact on different socioeconomic groups, they discuss the complexities of political promises surrounding it, and how the…