This week on Twist Happy Hour, we’re mixing up a crisp Pear Martini and diving into a juicy topic that hits close to home: tipping culture in the United States. Keryn and Kate share personal stories from their time working in the service industry, break down how tipping works (and doesn’t), and talk about what it really means for service workers trying to earn a fair wage.

With the perfect mix of cocktails and candid takes, the conversation explores everything from awkward tipping moments to the growing number of industries now asking for tips. It’s a deep dive into American hospitality—and all the uncomfortable truths that come with it.

🍸 Here’s what we’re talking about in this episode:

• Mixing up the perfect Pear Martini (plus a few tips)
• Why U.S. tipping culture is so confusing
• How service workers are often paid below minimum wage
• College stories from behind the bar and waiting tables
• The difference between casual and fine dining tipping expectations
• Global perspectives on tipping—what’s normal elsewhere
• How “tip fatigue” is becoming a real thing
• Why fair wages matter more than ever

Chapters
02:41 Coping Mechanisms in Chaotic Times
05:47 The Appeal of Disaster Films
08:32 Nostalgia and Childhood Fears
11:28 Unhealthy Coping Strategies
14:10 Trolling and Political Discourse
18:29 Closing Thoughts and Future Conversations

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Keywords: cocktails, pear martini, tipping culture, service industry, hospitality, bartending, cocktails recipes, American culture, hospitality industry, service workers

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Welcome to the Twist Happy Hour, where Keryn and Kate are pouring a glass of wine and diving into the wild world of coping mechanisms. From binge eating to bad disaster movies, they're unpacking all the ways we try (and sometimes fail) to handle modern chaos. With a signature mix of humor and honesty, the hosts talk about everything from childhood fears and nostalgia to the absurdity of political discourse and social media trolling. It’s therapy...but with more wine.

🍷 Here’s what we’re talking about in this episode:
• Why disaster movies actually make us feel better
• Kate’s snack strategy: binge now, thank yourself later
• Keryn’s take on laughing through fictional chaos
• Nostalgic childhood fears and growing up doomsday-style
• The mental cost of modern politics
• Trolling, Truth Social, and trying to stay sane
• How escapism (and cocktails) help us decompress

Chapters
00:00 – Welcome to Twist Happy Hour
02:41 – Coping Mechanisms in Chaotic Times
05:47 – The Appeal of Disaster Films
08:32 – Nostalgia and Childhood Fears
11:28 – Unhealthy Coping Strategies
14:10 – Trolling and Political Discourse
18:29 – Closing Thoughts and Future Conversations

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This week on Twist Happy Hour, we’re shaking up more than just cocktails. Keryn and Kate kick things off with the Rosemary Reverie, a herbaceous gin drink that’s anything but ordinary, before diving headfirst into a conversation about constitutional rights, habeas corpus, and what’s really at stake when those protections start to wobble.

From Elle Woods misquoting legal terms (you’ll never hear “habeas corpus” the same way again) to how immigration policies are reshaping the U.S., this episode blends serious political conversation with laughs, personal stories, and a few eyebrow-raising sound bites.

🍸 Here’s what we’re unpacking in this episode:
• Keryn’s Rosemary Reverie cocktail and her attempts not to stain everything
• What habeas corpus actually is—and why it matters
• How suspending constitutional rights sets a dangerous precedent
• Personal immigration stories and how history still shapes today’s policies
• The truth about international students and what they bring to U.S. schools
• Why no one in politics seems to be thinking more than one step ahead
• And how maybe we should all just “go shoot on location” in Europe

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If you like your podcasts with a twist of humor, a splash of history, and a strong pour of political commentary, Twist Happy Hour is your new favorite listen. We’re here every week with cocktails and conversations that might make you laugh, might make you mad—but will definitely make you think.

Subscribe wherever you listen or catch the vodcast on YouTube.

Chapters
00:00 – Cocktails and Conversations: The Rosemary Reverie
05:01 – Understanding Habeas Corpus and Its Importance
10:01 – The Implications of Changing Constitutional Rights
14:55 – The Role of Immigration in America's Future

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We’re stirring up cocktails and conversation about a topic that might hit your wallet: tariffs.

Keryn and Kate kick off the episode with a Lavender Bees Knees and Empress Gin, then pivot to the rising costs of wine, hidden fees from online shopping, getting your news on tariffs from TikTok and the complex ripple effects of global trade.

From unexpected delivery bills to the reality of bringing manufacturing back to the U.S., this episode dives deep into how international policy decisions trickle down to everyday life. The duo also discusses why long-term planning—not quick fixes—is essential if we want to create lasting change for future generations. So pour yourself something strong and join the conversation.

Chapters
00:00 – Cocktails and Conversations: The Twist Happy Hour Begins
04:23 – Tariffs and Their Impact on Wine Prices (plus everything else you love)
12:14 – The Surprising Costs of Online Shopping (and the surprise bill you will get from Fed Ex, UPS, etc. to get your stuff)
20:10 – Manufacturing in the U.S.: Challenges and Solutions

🍸 Here’s what we’re talking about in this episode:
• Why your favorite bottle of Prosecco may soon cost more
• The TikTok trend revealing surprise tariff bills on online orders
• The hidden costs of importing goods from overseas
• Why rebuilding U.S. manufacturing isn't as simple as it sounds
• How tariffs alone won’t solve the problem—and what actually might
• The importance of long-term planning in U.S. policy and politics
• Why it’s time to rethink our institutions, not just ditch them
• How everyday shoppers and business owners are being affected
• And as always—how a good cocktail makes any hard convo a little easier

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🌀 Twist Happy Hour is your go-to podcast for short, unfiltered chats about pop culture, parenting, politics, cocktails, and whatever else is on our minds. New episodes every Thursday— perfect for your coffee break, commute, or wind-down walk.

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Is modern parenting just harder—or are we all just exhausted? In this episode, we chat about growing up in the 1980s vs. raising kids now. From screen time stress to online safety, catfishing, and constant pressure to “do it all,” we’re unpacking why today’s parents are overwhelmed... and maybe a little nostalgic for simpler times.

Chapters
00:00 Cocktails and Conversations: The Twist Happy Hour Introduction
02:58 Navigating Parenting in the Digital Age
05:46 The Challenges of Technology and Teenagers
08:50 The Evolution of Parenting: From Dial-Up to Smartphones
11:48 The Double-Edged Sword of Technology
14:58 Nostalgia and the Changing Landscape of Communication

🍸 Pour a drink and join us as we sip and vent through this very real parenting debate.

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Each week, join the hosts for cocktails and conversations on Twist Happy Hour, where they dive into pop culture, bizarre travel stories, political mayhem, and share opinions on trending topics. They offer unfiltered, fun commentary on the news, making it a perfect reason to pour a drink. Hear about their travel fails and celebrity news alongside some laughs.

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From loose outlets to sky-high resort fees, we’re ranting about all the little things that drive us nuts at hotels. Whether it’s getting nickel-and-dimed or struggling to find a working USB port, we’re calling it out—cocktail in hand, of course.

🍸 Tune in for travel venting, a few laughs, and stories you’ll definitely relate to.

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Chapters
00:00 Welcome to Twist Happy Hour
03:52 Hotel Pet Peeves
13:42 The Importance of Comfort and Amenities

Sound Bites You Don't Want to Miss
"I don't want to feel rushed with valet!"
"I hate when there are no extra blankets!"
"Good on you if you do it right!"

🌀 Twist Happy Hour is your go-to podcast for short, unfiltered chats about pop culture, cocktails, and whatever else is on our minds. New episodes every Tuesday and Friday — perfect for your coffee break, commute, or wind-down walk.

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🎬 Watch Episode 4
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Each week, join the hosts for cocktails and conversations on Twist Happy Hour, where they dive into pop culture, bizarre travel stories, political mayhem, and share opinions on trending topics. They offer unfiltered, fun commentary on the news, making it a perfect reason to pour a drink. Hear about their travel fails and celebrity news alongside some laughs.

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What makes The Witcher worth watching (besides Henry Cavill looking amazing in leather)? In this episode, we dig into the show’s storyline, how it compares to Game of Thrones, why it’s better than Superman, and whether comic book roots help or hurt it. Plus, what will it take to get Kate to FINALLY watch it so she and Keryn have something to talk about?

🍸 Grab a drink and join us as we sip and spill our thoughts on all things Witcher—with a twist, of course.

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Chapters

• 00:00 Welcome to Twist Happy Hour
• 02:54 Cocktail Creation: The Salty Dog Mocktail
• 06:03 Diving into The Witcher
• 09:05 Character Analysis: Henry Cavill as The Witcher
• 12:01 Fantasy vs. Reality: The Witcher Experience
• 12:21 The Impact of Show Endings: Lost and Game of Thrones
• 13:12 Curiosity About Character Dynamics in The Witcher
• 14:00 The Role of Special Effects in Storytelling
• 15:35 Understanding Timelines and Backstories
• 17:01 Viewer Considerations: Content Warnings and Recommendations

Sound Bites You Don't Want to MIss!
"I like him all gross and naughty."
"It's escapism TV, I'm all about it."

🌀 Twist Happy Hour is your go-to podcast for short, unfiltered chats about pop culture, cocktails, and whatever else is on our minds. New episodes every Tuesday and Friday — perfect for your coffee break, commute, or wind-down walk.

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Each week, join the hosts for cocktails and conversations on Twist Happy Hour, where they dive into pop culture, bizarre travel stories, political mayhem, and share opinions on trending topics. They offer unfiltered, fun commentary on the news, making it a perfect reason to pour a drink. Hear about their travel fails and celebrity news alongside some laughs.

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Let’s face it: the news can feel like a nonstop doom scroll. But this week on Twist Happy Hour, we’re flipping the script and focusing entirely on the kind of good news stories that give us hope, make us laugh, or at least make us go, "Okay, maybe the world isn’t totally on fire."

Grab your favorite drink—boozy or not—and settle in for Episode 3: a feel-good ride through the weirdest, wildest, and most heartwarming stories we could find this month.

🍸 Here’s what we’re talking about in this episode:

🌵 A Big Win for Joshua Trees
A federal court just ruled that Joshua trees deserve protection under the Endangered Species Act. Not only is this a big win for the environment, but it’s also a major moment for climate activists and desert ecology nerds everywhere. We break down what this means and why it matters more than you think. Read more HERE

💊 Overdose Deaths Are Down
In real, impactful news: U.S. overdose deaths dropped by 27% last year. While the problem isn’t solved, this is a huge step in the right direction. We talk about why this matters, the bigger picture, and how progress often happens quietly while everyone is yelling online. Read more HERE

🧬 The Dire Wolf Is Back?
No, we’re not talking about Game of Thrones. Scientists are working to bring back the actual dire wolf using ancient DNA. It sounds like sci-fi, but it’s real—and we’ve got thoughts. Like: should we be worried about prehistoric predators, or just excited about science playing Jurassic Park? Read more HERE

🧾 A Lost Magna Carta Found at Harvard
This is not a drill: an original Magna Carta, one of the most important historical documents ever, was just discovered in a misfiled folder in Harvard's archives. WHAT?! We’re unpacking what this says about history, libraries, and how sometimes the biggest finds are right under our noses. Read more HERE

🎤 Eurovision Madness
The 69th Eurovision Song Contest brought the usual glitter, chaos, and deeply confusing costumes. Whether you're a die-hard fan or totally confused by it, we break down why Eurovision is one of the weirdest and most wonderful international events out there—and which country totally stole the show. Read more HERE

Chapters

• 00:00 Welcome to Twist Happy Hour
• 07:02 Good News in the World
• 10:17 Environmental Wins and Health Updates
• 11:07 Historical Discoveries
• 12:14 The Return of the Dire Wolf
• 14:15 Eurovision Excitement and Travel Plans

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• Conspiracy theories and unsolved mysteries
• Travel tales and bar culture
• Cocktail chats with a side of chaos
• Unfiltered, fun commentary on the news
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