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Buffalo Happy Hour

Buffalo Happy Hour
Buffalo
Courage & Conviction Double Cask Reserve
Akashi, Japan
New Riff
Lodestar American Whiskey
Natterjack Irish Whiskey Blend
Martingale Rare Reserve Cognac
Heaven's Door Revelation
The Story Garage
Kentucky
Kyro Distillery
Flaviar
Finvara
Dundalk
Hai Seas San Oaks Chinese Whiskey
American Single Malt
Suzhou, China
Japanese Whiskey
Newport, Kentucky, United States
Malted Rye

The Buffalo Happy Hour Podcast is a podcast that uploads "Episodes" every Monday, "Wednesday Whiskey Reviews" every Wednesday, and "Interviews" every Friday at 8am. Interviews consist of promoting local businesses by interviewing the owners and rating their products. Episodes generally consist of Derek and Mike explore virtually whatever is on their minds while enjoying and rating a glass of Whisk... more

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Latest Episodes

In this episode, we sit down with Justin Hartman from Hartman’s Distilling in Buffalo, NY to talk about what’s next for one of the area’s local distilleries.

Justin shares insight into upcoming releases, events, parties, and how Hartman’s continues ... more

If you’re from Buffalo, you’ve probably heard the name.

We sat down with DJ RanKan to talk about his journey through the local music scene, what it takes to build something real in this city, and the work that goes on behind the scenes that most peo... more

In this episode of Buffalo Happy Hour, we sit down with the team behind Casting Buffalo — a company helping connect local talent to film, television, and commercial opportunities right here in Western New York.

We dive into how casting actually work... more

We visited The Story Garage in Buffalo, NY, a vintage shop packed with hidden treasures, vintage furniture, retro clothing, vinyl records, and one-of-a-kind finds.

In this episode of Buffalo Happy Hour, we sit down with the owner of The Story Garage... more

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Recent Guests

Ryan Kanowski
DJ RanKan, corporate entertainer and entrepreneur
Independent
Episode: You’ve Heard the Name… But Not the Story (DJ RanKan Interview)
Peter Johnson
Co-founding partner of Casting Buffalo, casting director and actor
Casting Buffalo
Episode: You Could Be in a Movie… in Buffalo? | Casting Buffalo
Kyle Mecha
Co-founder of Casting Buffalo, casting director and director
Casting Buffalo
Episode: You Could Be in a Movie… in Buffalo? | Casting Buffalo
Harry Lipsitz
Partner at Casting Buffalo, former assistant on Marshall
Casting Buffalo
Episode: You Could Be in a Movie… in Buffalo? | Casting Buffalo
Neil Gerard
Owner of The Story Garage, vintage furniture, vintage clothing, vintage records, vintage art, local art
The Story Garage
Episode: This Buffalo Vintage Shop is FULL of Hidden Treasures | The Story Garage

Hosts

Derek
Co-host based in Buffalo; focuses on whiskey, local businesses, and community stories.
Mike
Co-host and primary voice alongside Derek; shares whiskey reviews and business interviews.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 30 ratings
  • Love the real….

    Normal dudes managing to educate on the subject matter but without sounding like pretentious a-holes

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    1911 Syndicate
    United States4 years ago
  • Entertaining and Informative

    Even after living in Western NY most of my life, hearing about small businesses is such a treat. You’ll find your next small business to support AND have a great review of different Whiskey’s each week. Thanks Derek & Mike you guys are really giving back to the community. Cheers!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    xtinawest
    United States4 years ago
  • Love it!

    Love listening to this podcast! Mike and Derek are hilarious to listen to, and they have influenced me to get more interested in whiskey and bourbon. Also LOVE their interviews with small businesses in Buffalo. It’s so amazing to see all the support they give to their city!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    colleenannak
    United States5 years ago
  • Hold on to your seats!

    If you’re not subscribed to this podcast on Atleast 7 platforms, you’re as wrong as Michelle Obama taking sugar items out of the vending machines! WHAT ARE YOU DOING?! If even remotely know these two guys wether it be from school, military, a work contact, or you’re even fans of Cleo and Sam Sam, drop a subscribe and chime in every once in a while ya filthy animals! Or whatever these two decided to name the BHH fans! “This is the greatest Podcast in the history of Podcasts, great guys, good frie... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BHH Mega Fan
    United States5 years ago
  • Loving these episodes!

    Listening in to this show all the way from Colorado - I am from Buffalo and miss it everyday! This show makes me feel so much more connected to the Buffalo community and the cool things people are doing in it. Keep up the good work and solid interviews!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hbouche
    United States5 years ago

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Guests often provide practical, real-world insights for aspiring guests or local business owners.
Listeners appreciate the approachable whiskey talk balanced with authentic local business stories.
The host banter is entertaining and relatable, making topics accessible.

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You Could Be in a Movie… in Buffalo? | Casting Buffalo
Q: What is the role of self-tape auditions in modern casting, and how has it changed the process?
Self-tapes have become the norm post-COVID, enabling broader participation, faster turnaround, and the ability to capture direction and performance over multiple takes.
You’ve Heard the Name… But Not the Story (DJ RanKan Interview)
Q: How do you manage work-life balance with multiple businesses and a family?
He prioritizes a self-built schedule, makes sacrifices early on, and focuses on building a foundation (real estate) for long-term stability, while leveraging remote and virtual opportunities when possible.
You’ve Heard the Name… But Not the Story (DJ RanKan Interview)
Q: How did you first get into corporate events and what sparked the pivot from nightlife to large-scale productions?
A combination of personal drive and a decisive moment when Gary Vaynerchuk's VIP after party gig presented an opportunity. He stepped in to DJ for an IT-focused crowd, impressed the organizer, and that solidified his path into corporate shows and event production.

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What is Buffalo Happy Hour about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A conversational show centered on whiskey, local Buffalo businesses, and community storytelling. Hosts Derek and Mike share quick riffs, rating whiskeys, and offer drink recommendations while occasionally diving into interviews with local shop owners, filmmakers, and entrepreneurs to highlight their journeys and offerings. Episodes mix light humor, product history, and practical insights for listeners who enjoy compelling small-business profiles alongside approachable whiskey commentary. A notable pattern is the recurring focus on Buffalo-area enterprises and culture, with guests ranging from casting professionals to vintage-shop owners, which gives the show a strong regional flavor and a community-first vibe.

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Buffalo Happy Hour launched 7 years ago and published 671 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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3. Kyle Mecha
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