Episodes

Season 1 Episode 28

The boys are figuring out how to get by with the technical difficulty issues, but hey are chuggin’ along. They get into wild animals and camping, and go in on stuff white people do that they would never do in this weeks Quarantined. No drink this week but don’t be afraid to grab a brew or cocktail and join your favorite podcast duo... Cheers!

Season 1 Episode 27

The mountains are blue and the light banquet beer is flowing as the boys kick it old school. They reminisce on they good old days before real jobs, girlfriends, and responsibilities. They talk about their favorite memories in those days in the Quarantined segment. Then... things take a turn for the worst. Grab a Coors Light and maybe some cold milk and join the boys as they try to survive... Cheers!

Season 1 Episode 26

The boys sip on Alesmith’s Sublime Mexican Lager and go in on the NBA playoffs and the NFL. They talk about their flurry to try to get their hands on the mismanaged PlayStation 5 preorders. In the Quarantined, segment they discuss their favorite video games consoles of all time. So grab a 40oz to freedom and relax with your favorite drinking buddies on the latest episode of PYP... Cheers!

Season 1 Episode 25

The boys are back from their 2 week hiatus cause by an insane draft weekend and a possible COVID scare. They are good and ready to hit the ground running with an all new episode of PYP! The boys settle into their new freestyle format of the show and talk about the past couple weeks and today’s hot topics. They argue Football vs. Baseball and tackle top DoorDash options during the Quarantine segment. So order some Cajun style wings to deliver and pop open a fresh one with the greatest dynamic duo on earth... Cheers!

Season 1 Episode 24

The guys chill and sip on that smoothie Johnnie Walker Blue Label on Mamba Day! They recount their top Kobe moments in Quarantined and that sweet whiskey makes its way down their pie holes. They even have a karaoke battler and speak on Mikes latest injury. So slap on some sweet classic karaoke songs with a tasty refreshment and settle in with your favorite drinking duo... cheers!

Season 1 Episode 23

The guys sip on Calicrafts Cool Kidz Juicy IPA in Alex’s new crib. They abandon the segmented format that the show has leaned on for a truly freestyle episode. Now that the boys are comfortable they are able to let the beer and their thoughts flow on this weeks episode involving sports, their personal lives, and other various hot topics. In an impromptu Quarantine topic, they take on they’re top 3 Quentin Tarantino films. Take out those Tarantino fetish feet, grab a fresh brew, and listen to your boys on another great installment of PYP... Cheers!

Season 1 Episode 22

The dynamic duo is back in studio and they are sippin’ on margaritas! The tequila flows and the boys speak on The Rocks new business venture, the NFL opt out deadline, and Alex gives us news from the Tekashi 69 show. They tackle sports franchises they would buy right now in Quarantine as they try to laugh through disaster. Grab the tequila and mix up your favorite refreshing margs and tune in to for another installment of PYP... Cheers!

Season 1 Episode 21

The guys sit down over Zoom with their very own choice of social lubricant. They touch on baseball with no fans, stimulus news, and hit Netflix show Last Chance U. With Rona’s influence on sports the boys talk what they would take if they were in the NBA bubble in the Quarantined segment which gets a little tough. Sports are back-ish, so put on your favorite team and grab an icy drink and join the PYP boys in a raw episode... cheers!

Season 1 Episode 20

The boys are on a Zoom call this week as a precaution because Mike may have been exposed. Although HE DOES NOT HAVE COVID-19 they had to be safe, but nonetheless the show must go on. They chat about Tory Lanez and Meg The Stallion, Nikki Minaj, and the August Alsina and Jada entanglement while sipping on beverages of their choice. Video games are on the docket for Quarantined and Ye our here wylin’ on the internet again. Grab a brew or your favorite spirit cocktail and hang out with your favorite duo... cheers!

Season 1 Episode 19

Alex is back!!! The boys sip on Truly Hard Seltzer in this installment of PYP. Lots to talk about during yet another possible coronavirus shutdown. In the “Quarantined”, segment they tell us their critical inventions of the last 50 years. They also tackle the movie Pineapple Express in the “Frauditions”, aka “Blurred Lines” segment. Enjoy a Truly in good company and listen to your boys shoot the shit... cheers!

Season 1 Episode 18

A special guest host fills in for a “Free Pour” episode as they choose their own random cocktails. The Barker’s very own Christina Franklin from “Treat Yo Self w/Tina”, shares a little bit about herself and her self car podcast. With Alex absent, she comes in over Zoom to shake things up a bit. She assists Mike in the segments of the PYP model as they discuss more Kanye news, TI vs. 50 Cent, and the smash musical Hamilton. They also give you their top 5 Disney films in the Quarantine segment. Grab your favorite drink with an old friend and have a toast to this special edition of Pick Your Poison... Cheers!

Season 1 Episode 17

Alex and Mike are back with a beer episode as they sip on the golden elixir Modelo. After missing a week the guys are excited to talk about two weeks worth of content since you seen them last. From Kanye, to Coronavirus rearing its ugly head to what may be another shutdown, the boys try to bring some positivity amidst chaos. They tell us their guilty pleasures in this weeks Quarantined segment and talk about what items they'd take into the wilderness if they were left their to survive. It's hot and its almost 4th of July so what better way to celebrate the nations independence than to crack open some Mexican beer, grab a sparkler, and relax with your favorite hosts... Cheers!

Season 1 Episode 16

In this episode the boys get a little more classy with the coveted Johhnie Walker Blue Label Scotch Whisky. They sip slow and get into the latest happening with rapper Tekashi 69, pushback from NBA players as it relates to starting the season and the social climate. They talk the anticipated PS5 reveal, and comment on new content released by comedians Jo Koy and Dave Chappelle. The whisky runs smoother than ever in this episode as your cocktail connoisseurs tell you some of the places they'd like to go as the country opens back up in their "Quarantined" segment. Grab your favorite whisky, maybe a cigar, and gather round your phones for another installment with your favorite drinking buddies... Cheers!

Season 1 Episode 15

The boys are back in town with their fifteenth episode with a heavy hitter... the Scotch & Soda. They elevate that with a divine bottle of Johnnie Walker Green Label aged 15 years. They talk about their week and celebrate Kanye Wests birthday. They shed light on the progressing issues of the George Floyd murder and the outpouring of support from the protests. The NBA is coming back and for this weeks "Quarantine" they tackle their top 3 Kanye songs. Go grab a nice scotch, sit by the fire in your leather recliner, put on your best drinking robes on and hang out with the PYP boys!.... Cheers!

Season 1 Episode 14

The guys sit down with a delicious summertime refreshment called the "June Bug". After a week-long absence due to some technical difficulties the boys are back! They talk fantasy football and choose their top three players to build an NFL franchise with in the Quarantined segment, as they hope for a season to commence in the fall. On that topic they discuss whether sports should return at all. And of course, with heavy hearts, they speak on the aftermath of the murder of George Floyd, which has sparked protests fueled by anger from the black community. Grab a "June Bug", and join the guys for the latest PYP... Cheers!

Season 1 Episode 13

Your Boys get in the weeds while drinking the legendary Pickle Back shot and chaser. Their first time doing shots was either a lesson learned or something the fans needed. They introduce their new segment where they read a script from a popular movie, film or other screen-written production. Things get a little hazy as they create their own Marvel Civil War lineup in the "Quarantine" segment, and touch on trending topics in "What's Good?". Grab yourself some Irish Whiskey and some tasty pickle juice and listen to this wild ride with your favorite happy hour warriors. Cheers!

Season1 Episode 12

Alex and Mike get a taste of another brand on the hot new hard seltzer craze, with the delicious High Noon vodka sodas. With more news on the COVID lockdown, live sports, and Tekashi 69 they cannot be stopped on this exciting episode of robust topics. Also, they finally give a little more insight on the highly regarded "Last Dance" documentary from ESPN Films. And of course they weigh in on action movies from the 80s in the "Quarantined" segment. So go and get nice and comfortable, crack open one of these tasty hard seltzers, and tune in to your favorite drinking buddies. Cheers!

Season 1 Episode 11

It's Star Wars Day and Cinco De Mayo people and the guys come in with the classic beer cocktail, the mighty Michelada. Alex and Mike are in the studio together again talking about the latest. They go in on Mike Tyson, UFOs, Nick Cage, and more as the Quarantine Times keep on trucking with weirdness. As beer and tomato juice flows as they tackle the top three celebrities they would want to hang out with in the Quarantined segment. Happy Cinco De Drinko and May the 4th be with you! Cheers

Season 1 Episode 10

The guys are joined with one of their closest friends, Peter. Whom suggested the beverage for this episode be, "Working Mans Drink", the Paloma. Alex and Peter reminisce on their days growing up as kids in Riverside, CA which leads to the podcasts "Quarantined" picks for top three childhood outdoor games. They then venture into the "What's Good" topics of the possibility of Vegas opening up, California beaches, and the millions of gallons of expiring beer caused by the quarantine times. Enjoy this easy listen as the boys take a trip down memory lane with a classic tequila cocktail. Cheers!

Season 1 Episode 9

Hopefully the guys haven't jumped the shark on this weeks episode of PYP. They take it back with the classic 4 Loko malt liquor tall cans. They reminisce on the old days as well as give you their opinions on "What's Good" with things that are trending in the quarantine era. The NFL Draft, Travis Scott, and the all new Michael Jordan doc are all on the docket as they try to sip on these cheap, yet strong tall boys. What are the top three sports movies you'd need in right now? The guys tackle theirs in this weeks "Quarantine" segment. Cheers!

Season 1 Episode 8

In this weeks episode of Pick Your Poison the guys get a taste of a classic easy drink with the Vodka Cranberries. This one is for the 21 year olds! The topics for this episode cover the documentary, "Coachella: 20 Years in the Desert", The gaining of weight with the COVID-15lbs, and businesses closing and staying closed because of government restrictions. They also create their own Coachella lineups from the past and future in this weeks installment of "Quarantined". Thanks for tuning in, Cheers!

Season 1 Episode 7

Alex and Mike sip on delicious Lagunitas Brewing Co. beers with their first ever Zoom guest because of this quarantined situation. They discuss college sports, celebrities on Instagram, and the legendary Kobe Bryant being inducted into the Hall of Fame. The brews bubble as they talk video games in the "Quarantined" segment. Crack open a beer and hang out with this hilarious episode. Cheers!

Season 1 Episode 6

The boys are back at it again with a fresh batch of Quarantine Bombs. They gathered the contents of their refrigerators to create a murky concoction that will kick you back in your seat. As they wolf down the mixture they discuss top Netflix shows, music news, and what they do to keep them occupied in these pandemic times. They also tell you what movie franchise they'd want to be stuck with in the "Quarantined" segment. Cheers folks!

Season 1 Episode 05

Alex and Mike record a special cocktail on Mike's birthday, the classic, Old Fashioned. The two gentlemen enjoy the beverage while talking shop on their latest quarantine activities. With the state of California in a lockdown they think about the meals they would need to survive in the "Quarantined" segment and speak a little bit about how Trump has been handling Coronavirus on "Talk to Me Nice". The guys also leave you with final notes on what to do and binge while you're stuck in the house. Cheers Everyone!

Season 1 Episode 04

The guys take down their first beers on the pod from "Golden Road" and "Victory" breweries and talk about Coronavirus. They share their thoughts on the possibility of quarantine, the national emergency speech by President Trump, and cleanliness while downing their alcoholic beverage of choice. They talk pizza, and give their lists of albums they'd take in the event of a nationwide quarantine.

Season 1 Episode 03

The guys kick off this episode with some blueberry infuse, KETO Moscow Mules. With icy cold beverages in their hands they talk favorite 90’s movies and TV shows, including introducing another new segment. They also tackle the hoopla surrounding the Coronavirus, Coachella, and put Kanye West in the "Talk To Me Nice" cross-hairs. So sit back and relax as the duo wets their beaks while going in on the events of today.

 Season 1 Episode 02

In this episode of Pick Your Poison the boys share a keto diet rendition of a Whiskey Sour. As they sip,  they shed light on the topics of Wilder vs. Fury III, The NBA Playoff Race, Zion Williamson's performance through 14 games and Jordan Peele's Candyman. Lastly, they introduce the launching of The Barker Media, along with the many avenues of content it umbrellas. They also shake things up with a new segment as a nice mixer to the conversation.

Season 1 Episode 01
'The Barker' presents this episode of Pick Your Poison where Alex and Mike rate their White Claw experience while also discussing various February holidays including Valentines Day and Black History Month.

  Mike and Alex open up with their pilot episode of "Pick Your Poison" talking about Alex's first trip to Laughlin, the NFL hold outs, Life is Beautiful festival, and the return of the hit TV show Power.