Transplant & The Native

Two dudes chillin in a garage.. brewing tea with hops. GENIUS OR STUPID? Well these two cats have revolutionized the tea industry, by adding a lil Colorado flare to it & making tea dank again. Company (HOPLARK) that started just 18 months ago, these guys are growing at a rapid pace. They've opened their taproom in Boulder, and are slinging HopTea around the country. Tune in to hear us give them tips of how to be successful & why to avoid stupid podcasts. In addition to the regular segments, we also give some weight-loss advice (hint: drink less beer) & call people by the wrong name. Great episode with fantastic guests.. Tune in, leave a review, say something nice about us and tell your friends.

On the first episode of 2020, the gang sit down with John Bruner, Elite Brands Craft Beer & Fine Wine distributor. The guys talk about John's background, his love for adult beverages and living in the Rocky Mountains. They talk about the Hazy IPA craze, live music in Colorado, and growing up knowing a pornstar (possibly the greatest story ever told). From bluegrass to Belgian beers... John is very knowledgable when talking about the craft beer scene, not only in CO but around the world... and its riveting to hear how the market is changing and how folks are adapting. Beer snobs & wine geeks will love this episode as John gives tips for when you visit your local liquor stores. Tune in, Tell a friend, and if you don't mind... please subscribe, rate & review the podcast on #iTunes. Cheers

On this week's episode of #StonedAppetit, the gang sit down with @Eat_Denver director, Katie Lazor to discuss the #DiningDeck2020. Eat Denver recently released their 2020 Dining Deck that has 50+ restaurant specials throughout the Denver metro area. We sit down with Katie to talk about all things Colorado food scene. From her humble beginnings interning for 5280 to now running a wonderful non-profit that helps independent & locally owned restaurants. Between the real talk there are tangents galore of boarding school, Christmas movies, Ohio, and Feugo Margs. Shout out to our location this week, Lola Coastal Mexican, on Boulder St. in LoHi Denver, we had a BIG time as can be heard from the hour long laugh track.

We're back from Kip's birthday vacation with a new episode! The gang sits down this week with Andy & Cecelia Thorn to talk about all things Leftover Salmon & bluegrass life. From how he got into the industry to how he joined Leftover.. we ask Andy to backtrack it all. We talk about Leftover's incredible 30 year anniversary, their upcoming NYE show at Denver's new Mission Ballroom, then we get into the stoner & foodie stuff. If you are a fan of live music, smoking only the finest cheeba, or traveling... we have insights for you. Cecelia is a cannabis influencer & reviewer of CBD products before they go to market, so its a learning experience for those not in the know, and hilariously fun banter for those that are... Tune in, tell a friend & let us know what you thinkg (review us on Apple iTunes, Spotify, or wherever..)

What a great episode we have for ya this week.. We sat down with founder of Local Table Tours, Megan Bucholz to talk about how she came up with her genius company and more. As always, we love to talk all things #Denver Food, and we found just the match! Megan not only knows the Denver scene, but Boulder & FoCo as well.. Great episode talking about the concept behind her business, how she's maintained the sweetest gig in the industry for 10 years, favorite digs in the city, and then we make fun of Chris for his stance of cats. We always have a rendition of Rapid Fire & Denver Dives.. and this one is top tier & informative. If you're a foodie in the 303, this episode is for you. Cheers.

On this week's episode of Stoned Appetit, the gang sit down with dear friend, and one of the largest social media accounts in America (not Kim Kardashian) #TheBabyGuyNYC. The guys chat it up with buddy Jamie Grayson, to talk about him turning the big 3-0 (slight exaggeration)!!! In seriousness, we talk about Jamie's tenure as a stage-actor, how he got in to the baby gear industry, and how he became one of the most recognizable faces in the business. Literally, STOP IN THE STREETS AND DURING THE EPISODE for people who see him and say hello. After talking about his journey to how he ended up in #Denver, we ask him his favorite digs around town, meals he can't go without.. and then we just bust each others balls for half an hour. Hilarious episode with a very dear friend, and we couldn't be happier to drop this episode on his birthday. Congrats on another trip around the Sun Jamie, we love ya brother!

On this week's episode of Stoned Appetit, the gang recap Kip's trip to NYC to meet with chefs, influencers & attend the Bon Appetit Hot 10 Party. In addition to talking all things New York food & people watching, we also talk about the top 10 restaurants in America (donned by BA), and how Denver's own Wolf's Tailor may be Top 5 after tasting the others... In addition to the recap of Kip's Big Apple adventures, we also announce some big MF news... we're stoked to share it with you, and we think you'll be equally excited . Listen to the end to hear it all #STONEDAPPETIT

On this week's episode of #StonedAppetit presented to you by Live Nation, Kip & Bama sit down with close personal friend & social media Gawd @CassidyEats. Cassidy is a Denver resident who has her finger on the pulse, is considered THE mover & shaker of town and can assemble a follower-mob of housewives to the likes only Beyonce has never seen. We talk Cassidy's upbringing in rural Illinois (or Iowa, or Canada).. why she moved to CO & then dive into tips to be happy & successful in a world full of misery n spiteful humans. We definitely talk Lizzo, Live Nation shows, and what she's been listening to lately. We get Cassidy's tips for eating better, being happy with ourselves, and how to become BFFs with all your followers. She is an inspiration to us with her infectious smile, zest for life & easy going approach to engagement. The banter between Chris & Cass in this episode... was hysterical, and we think you'll laugh a lot too. Tune in for friendly chaos, Sunday Supper, and riveting

New episode of #StonedAppetit is a doozy. We sat down for one of our most chummy episodes to date, with our dear friend Niccolo Aieta. Niccolo is a CO-transplant, who after becoming a doctor, founded one of the best concentrate & mmj companies in the country, Spherex. We talk about his upbringing, his education (we touch on it once), what brought him to Colorado, how he got into the weed business and then we talk music & Denver eats. Hilarious conversation with a lot of edits and movie quotes... In addition to our regular segments, we talk about their new product on the market, Phyx water.. then we dive into the local news segments about the black market vape cartridges that have been hospitalizing America's youth. We channeled our inner Barbara Walters and got sophisticated with our interview approach this week, we think you'll love it. You get what you pay for, and lucky for you...this podcast is free.

On this week's episode of #StonedAppetit, the guys sit down with Edible Beats founder, Chef Justin Cucci. Justin is the genius behind restaurants in the Mile High City such as Root Down, Linger, El Five, Ophelia's & Vital Root. Justin has a veggie forward menu, to the surprise of many when he started this venture 10+ years ago has succeeded and created a foothold in the dankness industry in Denver. Outside of food, Justin has a great story, which reminds the team alot of themselves... dreamers that followed their passion. He has a great back story of how he found his niche in the food industry.. taking him from NY to FL to CO then back to FL before returning to CO... inspirational journey, with hilarious antics along the way. Justin is pretty much one of us, from his love for the Dead, his passion for food, and appetite for life.. this guy is a winner in every sense of the word. Great episode that you'll be sure to love, if you have a passion for food, herb, music or life... Cuz we check all those boxes t

On this week's episode of #StonedAppetit, the boys sit down with CannaVenture founder, Cannabis writer, philanthropist and all around cool cat, Ben Owens. We talk about his company, how he fell in love with the miracle plant, and what is next for the country as we look to de-stigmatize MMJ. We talk about Cannaventure's outdoor excursions, from Discs N Dabs to BYOB hiking trips... The man loves the outdoors as much as he loves the herb. Great episode, Great company, Great friend. Looking forward to more of the Cannaventure trips! Cheers

On this week's Stoned Appetit, the gang sat down with Chef Jake from Jovanina’s Broken Italian.. Here's the skinny (not us, just the rundown)... dank Italian food, cool cats running the show, and gorgeous restaurant. We talk about Jovanina’s progressive menu, how they came up with the concept of the speak easy downstairs, and his fun libations. Hint: EVERCLEAR IS AWESOME. In addition to getting to know Jake, and his culinary history.. we dive into our regular segments of Tops of the Town, and a lil Stoned Appetit Q & A... Great guest, fantastic food, and delicious wine. If you are in the downtown area, or looking for a great date night spot.. we can't recommend Jovanina’s enough. THE GARLIC KNOT IS GOD.

On this week's episode of No Vacancy Colorado's "Stoned Appetit" the guys sit down with the Seed & Smith marijuana team, to talk about all things grow-ops. "From seed to sale" is their saying to describe how they take their herb from the beginning stages all the way to putting it in your hands as you walk out the door..and we get to know the intricacies behind that. In addition to talking about their fantastic setup down in the Green Mile of Denver, we also talk their newly launched vape pen & how it grips n rips (THE DART - Get 1 pen & 2 carts for $70 right now in their shop)... and then we start busting each others balls.... This episode was a lot of fun to record, but the best part was getting to see their whole operation & enjoy the tour goofing off with the fellas... Tune in to hear from Movie Mike, Brooks & Glob as we chop it up talking weed, movie quotes, and the World Series of Poker. If you like the episode, but hate Kip's editing/production skills.. go give us a 5 star review but

On this week's episode of No Vacancy Colorado's "Stoned Appetit" (Presented by @LiveNation) the gang sat down with REALITY STAR QUEEN, Corinne Kaplan to talk about all things Survivor, Amazing Race & Colorado. Corinne is well known for her time on Survivor seasons 17 & 26, and Amazing Race Season 31... but she's a lot more fun than she portrays on TV, and Kip fell in love with her all over again... from inside stories about Survivor to what she does in her free time around Colorado, we dive into it all. Swiping right for love, hosting a podcast, life after TV.. we tried to cover it before our ADHD kicked in. Thanks to our friends at Broadway Marketplace for hosting! What a great location with a variety of restaurants, The Great Beer Wall, and of course a fully stocked bar which we love oh so much! Located at 950 Broadway St. If you fall in love with Corinne like we did, check out her podcast "My Best Friend Corinne" available on same medium's you listen to us!

On this Stoned Appetit "shorty" the gang sit down with soon to be bride of the largest Colorado wedding we will see this year, Shalisa Pouw, to talk about her upcoming nuptials. If you didn't know, The Wedding Party Fest is a big ass Wedding & reception to follow that is being hosted this weekend in Westminster, and tickets are available to come crash Shalisa's wedding... There will be over 30 vendors, DJ sets, live bands, silent discos & much much more... Tickets are available on their website, and use promo code "NoVacancy" for discounted tickets to this weekends events. Follow @DiningOutEvents as well to be up to date on all the parties they throw throughout Denver

On this week's episode of "Stoned Appetit" from the NVC team, the gang sat down with Daniel & Talia Haykin to sip & discuss their World Champion ciders, being brewed and bottled in Denver's backyard.. After getting into the nitty gritty of the cider competition, winning awards, and telling the rest of the world to "suck it" we dive in to the regular topics of Rapid Fire & Would You Rather (wholesome edition)... The Haykins Family & their team are doing absolute wonders out in the Stapleton/Aurora area and you need to stop in and taste their genius. A+ episode, hilarious guests and a righteous buzz was tied on.

On this week's episode of No Vacancy's Stoned Appetit (PRESENTED BY LIVE NATION), the gang sit down with Rye Society founders Jerred Rosen & Ross Goldberg to talk about the what 5280 Magazine calls "The Best Deli in Denver". We start with how they came up with the concept, their East-coast roots, and the journey to how they became business partners... then we dive into the creative menu, the feedback from the neighborhood & community.. then head straight into goofing off and talking about all things jam bands & music. Excitement levels over Mission Ballroom, Phish & Denver's ever-growing RiNo neighborhood are at an all-time high on this episode..so tune in for great conversation about food, philanthropy & bitchin music.. cuz we cover it all! #StonedAppetit #DenverPodcast #FoodiesOfDenver #PhishPhans

On this week's episode of NVC's "Stoned Appetit" the gang sit down with Texas Monthly editor & esteemed author, Daniel Vaughn, to hunt for the best brisket & Texas-style BBQ Colorado has to offer. The episode may be a tad long-winded, but that's because there is alot we needed to learn about clean & dirty smoking... the difference between actually grilling & pellet grillers, and the Texas-Q revolution, taking over the country... state by state.... after we sat down to talk all things food & life, Daniel dubbed Owlbear BBQ (on Larimer St in RiNo) one of the best Q spots in town, and we had to know why... so half we thru, we sit down with Karl, Pitmaster of Owlbear... and let Daniel drag him over his coals about his inspiration, how he got his Q knowledge and how he gets his meats so tender. For those that don't know, Daniel is one of the top writers & foodies for the BBQ scene around the country, and the globe.. so we took honor that he was willing to sit down with us, shoot the shit &a

On this episode of No Vacancy Colorado, the gang sit down with Cake Agency PR Firm founder, Christine Vazques. The gang discuss how she got into the PR business, her background in CO, and her love for food... Between conversation that are slightly serious, the three goof off over delicious snacks and cocktails at Bigsby Folly. Christine is well in the know in Denver, and the stories that are associated with that... are hilarious. Tune in for great banter, fantastic food tips from a Denver foodie, and learn a little more about the business angle of working with the food industry.

On this special edition of Stoned Appetit, the guys jump on a conference call with TPP rep, Ryan Slater & Chef Lon Symensma to discuss the Denver Burger Battle tomorrow. We get tips on how to behave like the great judges that we are, advice on how to handle all the dankest eats from Denver's best burger chefs... and then we get a rundown for the listeners about what to expect at Stanley Marketplace for the DBB tomorrow. After we discuss the inevitable fire eats & unlimited drinks that come with being the top judges for the Denver Burger Battle, we ask our Denver residents their favorite dives around town as well as another segment of Rapid Fire & WYR. Smoke A Bowl, Tune In, and Buy Your Tickets to tomorrow's event. You wont regret it!