Wasted Truth

This week on Wasted Truth, Nik and Jill are joined by longtime homie and absolute industry badass, Gemaal: the man behind Apertif, a high-end bartending company slinging booze at weddings and events all over. Nik’s worked with him for over a decade, so you know the stories run deep. From shutting down entire weddings three hours in, to witnessing guests turn into full-blown monsters of entitlement, Jamal doesn’t hold back. Oh, and yes, we talk about “Harry Potter-ing babies” (yes, literal infants stored in closets so their parents could rage). We unpack the chaos of working weddings, the pain of drunk groups of men public, and what it’s like trying to keep things classy when everyone else is messy. It’s wild, it’s funny, and it’s as unhinged as you’d expect. Cheers, degenerates. Let's spill some W-Tea! CALL US, YOUR VOICEMAIL MIGHT JUST MAKE IT ON THE POD! (347) 927-8333 // (347) WASTEDD MERCH Coming soon! INSTAGRAM @WastedTruthPod TIKTOK @WastedTruthPod

This week on Wasted Truth, Nik and Jill are joined by the iconic duo Christa and Jonda: owners of East Nashville’s legendary Lipstick Lounge, Tennessee’s only certified lesbian bar that’s been slinging drinks and queer joy for over two decades. We get into what it’s like growing up gay in the South, coming out, and what it means to run a safe space for the LGBTQ+ community in a state that isn’t always so welcoming. Of course, it wouldn’t be Wasted Truth without some unhinged bar stories, including a traumatic trip down memory lane featuring the infamous “doo-doo-thong” and the “water-meter-shitter.” Oh, and we also talk about Jill’s bush…. You’ve been warned. Come for the gay history, stay for the poop trauma. Cheers, queers! Let's spill some W-Tea! CALL US, YOUR VOICEMAIL MIGHT JUST MAKE IT ON THE POD! (347) 927-8333 // (347) WASTEDD MERCH Coming soon! INSTAGRAM @WastedTruthPod TIKTOK @WastedTruthPod

This week, ya girls Nik and Jill fly solo, but don’t worry hunnies, the tea is still piping hot!! Our inbox was full of chaos, so we read your wildest write-ins and play some juicy voice memos from listeners who clearly have no shame (our favorite kind of people). From bathroom barfs to managers caught mid-naughtiness, we react to your most unhinged service industry stories. Buckle up for laughs, gags (the gross kind), and a whole lotta wasted truth. Let's spill some W-Tea! CALL US, YOUR VOICEMAIL MIGHT JUST MAKE IT ON THE POD! (347) 927-8333 // (347) WASTEDD MERCH Coming soon! INSTAGRAM @WastedTruthPod TIKTOK @WastedTruthPod

This week, we hit record from Goodtimes (literally), where Nik slings drinks and we get real with the one and only Alli Torres - a straight-up powerhouse in the service industry. She’s a writer, VP of the sultry new tequila brand Quintalisa, and the baddie behind the bar on the latest two seasons of Bar Rescue. We dive into what it means to dominate in a male-heavy industry, how to demand your seat at the damn table, and all the wild shit that comes with working in cities like Miami and NYC. Expect tequila-fueled tangents, behind-the-scenes Bar Rescue tea, and the usual Wasted Truth filth you know and love. Let's spill some W-Tea! CALL US, YOUR VOICEMAIL MIGHT JUST MAKE IT ON THE POD! (347) 927-8333 // (347) WASTEDD MERCH Coming soon! INSTAGRAM @WastedTruthPod TIKTOK @WastedTruthPod

This week on Wasted Truth, Nik and Jill are joined by Philip from Nelson’s Greenbrier Distillery: a former wedding planner turned whiskey-slinging event guru. We dive into some of his most unhinged bridezillatales, talk about the wild ride from organizing teary vows to pouring Tennessee bourbon, and taste through some damn fine local whiskey right from the beautiful Greenbrier event space. We play a raunchy round of “WWPD - What Would Phil Do” on bizarre event requests (no, you cannot bring your emotional support petting zoo), debate whether RuPaul’s lost it, and for some reason boofing Everclear gets mentioned, tune in to find out why. Philip may not have slung drinks behind the stick, but he’s got plenty of industry chaos under his belt. It’s messy, it’s boozy, and it’s Wasted Truth, baby. Let's spill some W-Tea! CALL US, YOUR VOICEMAIL MIGHT JUST MAKE IT ON THE POD! (347) 927-8333 // (347) WASTEDD MERCH Coming soon! INSTAGRAM @WastedTruthPod TIKTOK @WastedTruthPod

It’s just Nik and Jill this week, and the claws are out. In true Wasted Truth fashion, the girls dive into a full-on yappy bitch sesh about the most annoying guests, the dumbest bar behavior, and the kind of service industry nonsense that makes you want to scream into the ice well. Jill shares a story about one of the absolute worst customers she’s ever had to deal with (and she’s seen some shit), while Nik talks about some “friends” who brought unnecessary drama—including a wife who straight-up called the bar to make sure her man wasn’t lying. We also bring back our favorite segment: “Don’t Fucking Do’s” featuring even more service sins that’ll have every bartender nodding and raging in solidarity. Tune in, vent with us, and remember: the customer isn’t always right—they’re just loud. Let's spill some W-Tea! CALL US, YOUR VOICEMAIL MIGHT JUST MAKE IT ON THE POD! (347) 927-8333 // (347) WASTEDD MERCH Coming soon! INSTAGRAM @WastedTruthPod TIKTOK @WastedTruthPod

This week on Wasted Truth, Nik and Jill sit down with Jason Sorbet—New Orleans native, neuroscience degree holder, and current part-owner of Nashville’s brand new booze den, Barrel Proof. We dive deep into Jason’s roots in the industry, from slinging drinks as a kid in the Big Easy to running one of Nashville’s hottest new bars. We also get real about mental health in the service world, how to keep your head on straight while working your ass off, and why Jason traded brains for booze (literally). Of course, it wouldn’t be a Wasted Truth episode without a few unhinged stories, raunchy laughs, and a good ol’ shit-talking session. Get ready to pour one up and tune in—this one’s got brains and booze. Let's spill some W-Tea! CALL US, YOUR VOICEMAIL MIGHT JUST MAKE IT ON THE POD! (347) 927-8333 // (347) WASTEDD MERCH Coming soon! INSTAGRAM @WastedTruthPod TIKTOK @WastedTruthPod

This week on Wasted Truth, Nik and Jill welcome the absolute legend that is Courtney from Fernet-Branca—a woman who knows more about booze and brand life than your average barfly knows about bad decisions. We dive into her wild ride through the alcohol industry, hopping state to state slinging beer and spirits before landing in Nashville during peak pandemic chaos. She’s been repping Fernet for two years now (aka keeping the service industry’s collective liver slightly terrified), and we get into her day-to-day adventures, the fun parties she throws, and why Fernet is basically bartender holy water. Come for the industry gossip, stay for the digestive talk and degenerate stories. Cheers, ya filthy animals. Let's spill some W-Tea! CALL US, YOUR VOICEMAIL MIGHT JUST MAKE IT ON THE POD! (347) 927-8333 // (347) WASTEDD MERCH Coming soon! INSTAGRAM @WastedTruthPod TIKTOK @WastedTruthPod

Episode 6 of Wasted Truth is Here! This week, the girls ride solo again and spill all the W-Tea! Nik just celebrated her birthday in the most bartender-appropriate way possible—spa day by daylight, house party by moonlight, and a healthy dose of questionable decisions in between. Jill, however, decided to mom it up and ghost the party (rude), but we guess popping out a kid earns her a get-out-of-guilt-free card… for now. The duo dives into the sweet, sweet perks of birthday freebies: where to get your complimentary shots, slices, and maybe even some dignity back (doubtful). Nik also shares a real gem from a recent event she worked.. imagine pouring your heart into bartending and getting paid in tiny plastic Jesus instead of cold, hard cash. Amen? Oh, and ever wondered where the hell the Old Fashioned came from? We’ve got you. We also read some drunk listener stories that made us question humanity (and our livers). Buckle up for another chaotic episode of spilled booze, spilled tea, and unfiltered bar banter from your favorite degenerate drink-slingers. Let's spill some W-Tea! CALL US, YOUR VOICEMAIL MIGHT JUST MAKE IT ON THE POD! (347) 927-8333 // (347) WASTEDD MERCH Coming soon! INSTAGRAM @WastedTruthPod TIKTOK @WastedTruthPod

This week Nik and Jill are joined by a very special guest—Jill’s baby daddy, Quint. That’s right, the man who helped create a tiny human and still manages to sling drinks at the same bar as her. We dive deep into the messy, hilarious, and brutally honest world of co-parenting in the service industry. From tag-teaming childcare schedules to passing each other in the bar like coworkers with benefits (the benefit being… a whole-ass child), nothing’s off-limits. We also play a round of What’s Worse: drunk bar guests vs. screaming babies. Spoiler alert—both require wet wipes and unreasonable patience. So grab a drink (or a diaper bag), and get ready for some real talk, a few laughs, and maybe even a tear (from laughter… or sleep deprivation). Let's spill some W-Tea! CALL US, YOUR VOICEMAIL MIGHT JUST MAKE IT ON THE POD! (347) 927-8333 // (347) WASTEDD MERCH Coming soon! INSTAGRAM @WastedTruthPod TIKTOK @WastedTruthPod

Another Monday and another episode where Nikolette & Jill are here to serve up some fresh chaos! In this no-guest episode, the duo catches up on all the new bars and restaurants that have popped up in Nashville since they’ve been… otherwise occupied (read: getting wasted and popping out babies). The girls share their unfiltered opinions on all the hot new bars and restaurants in town and hold nothing back (ever encountered a Craigslist bartender? You’ll know one when you see one). Jill shares a truly horrifying bathroom encounter you’ll wish you could un-hear, while Nik reminds everyone why she needs a full-time spotter when she drinks. It’s messy, it’s raunchy, it’s hilarious — and it’s everything you’ve missed about Wasted Truth. Buckle up, pour a shot, and prepare for some premium shit-show energy. Cheers, you degenerates! Let's spill some W-Tea! CALL US, YOUR VOICEMAIL MIGHT JUST MAKE IT ON THE POD! (347) 927-8333 // (347) WASTEDD MERCH Coming soon! INSTAGRAM @WastedTruthPod TIKTOK @WastedTruthPod

Happy 4/20 bitches! This week on the podcast, your hosts Jill and Nik are joined by the amazing Carson, brand rep for High Rise Seltzers. We dive into her journey through the service industry with starting behind the bar, working with Jack Daniel’s, and eventually landing her spot on the High Rise team. If you’re curious about what High Rise is, it’s a THC-infused seltzer making waves in the Nashville scene (and beyond), blending flavor, chill vibes, and a new kind of buzz. We get into the nitty-gritty of the cannabis beverage space, including the differences between THC and CBD, how these products are legally popping up in places like Tennessee, and what it means for bartenders and bar culture. Of course, we also had to throw in some fun: we each shared our dream and nightmare blunt rotation… yes, it gets weird. Whether you’re in the industry or just industry-adjacent, this one’s a trip you won’t want to miss. Use code: Carson20 for 20% off your online orders at https://highrisebev.com Remember: not only can you now watch episodes with full video and follow us on TikTok and Instagram, but you can call or text the podcast hotline (347-WASTEDD) to share your best Drunk stories and potentially have them featured on future episodes! Instagram: @wastedtruthpod TikTok: @wastedtruthpod Let's spill some W-Tea! CALL US, YOUR VOICEMAIL MIGHT JUST MAKE IT ON THE POD! (347) 927-8333 // (347) WASTEDD MERCH Coming soon! INSTAGRAM @WastedTruthPod TIKTOK @WastedTruthPod

Episode two is now live and the girls are introducing you to their new guy behind the scenes, Brenda!! Yes, he’s Niks ex.. but we promise it’s not weird. We love an ex-turned-bestie!! The gang goes down memory lane, gives their Nashville restaurant reccomendations & and plays some rapid fire Fuck-Marry-Kill. Remember: not only can you now watch episodes with full video and follow us on TikTok and Instagram, but you can call or text the podcast hotline (347-WASTEDD) to share your best Drunk stories and potentially have them featured on future episodes! Let's spill some W-Tea! CALL US, YOUR VOICEMAIL MIGHT JUST MAKE IT ON THE POD! (347) 927-8333 // (347) WASTEDD MERCH Coming soon! INSTAGRAM @WastedTruthPod

After two years away, the bitches are BACK, Jill and Nik are now recording at Nashville's Pearl Diver, armed with Fernet, champagne, and plenty of stories to share. Life has changed dramatically since you dummies last heard from your favorite raunchy industry veterans – Jill welcomed her son Wolfie into the world (yes, she literally worked a jewelry pop-up while in labor before heading to the hospital) while Nik claimed the title of "DAQ Queen of East Nashville" in a speed bartending competition that scored her both a giant novelty check and a new job. Between sips of Champagne and shots from skull-shaped glasses, the pair catch us up on career shifts, memorable travels, and the unexpected ways their paths have converged despite life's curveballs. Their chemistry remains undeniable as they seamlessly bounce between heartfelt confessions about parenthood challenges and hilarious tales from behind the bar. This revamped season brings exciting new features – not only can you now watch episodes with full video, but listeners can call or text the podcast hotline (347-WASTEDD) to share their own stories and potentially have them featured on future episodes. New segments like "Take a Shot or Take a Seat" test bartender resilience in nightmare scenarios, while a lightning round reveals their biggest goals for this season – including taking the show on the road to capture Nashville's ever-expanding bar scene. Ready to reconnect with your favorite feral bartenders? Give us a call at 347-927-8333, follow our new TikTok, and strap in for another round of unfiltered industry talk that reminds us why we missed these voices so much. As they say in their signature style – your hair looks great, and we love you. Let's spill some W-Tea! CALL US, YOUR VOICEMAIL MIGHT JUST MAKE IT ON THE POD! (347) 927-8333 // (347) WASTEDD MERCH Coming soon! INSTAGRAM @WastedTruthPod

We know you missed us. We’ll be seeing you real soon! Let's spill some W-Tea! CALL US, YOUR VOICEMAIL MIGHT JUST MAKE IT ON THE POD! (347) 927-8333 // (347) WASTEDD MERCH Coming soon! INSTAGRAM @WastedTruthPod

Your girls took an unintentional extended vacation & are sorry to keep you waiting, but the bitches are back and spilling the W-Tea! Jill and Nik have their first reoccurring guest back for his redemption episode, their good friend Pat Daddy, and boy did he redeem himself. To make up for our absence, tune in for part 2 where things go off the rails faster than you can take a shot. Let's spill some W-Tea! MERCH TheHeliosNetwork.com INSTAGRAM @WastedTruthPod Check out our favorite podcasts: MASTER AND DEBATERS has hard opinions on soft topics. TROUBLE HQ is making you feel good about your life. BANTER & SUCH gets into BS about movies. TABLETOPPED rolls the dice on games.

Your girls took an unintentional extended vacation & are sorry to keep you waiting, but the bitches are back and spilling the W-Tea! Jill and Nik have their first reoccurring guest back for his redemption episode, their good friend Pat Daddy, and boy did he redeem himself. To make up for our absence, tune in for part 2 where things go off the rails faster than you can take a shot. Bonus Pat Daddy this Thursday! Let's spill some W-Tea! MERCH TheHeliosNetwork.com INSTAGRAM @WastedTruthPod Check out our favorite podcasts: MASTER AND DEBATERS has hard opinions on soft topics. TROUBLE HQ is making you feel good about your life. BANTER & SUCH gets into BS about movies. TABLETOPPED rolls the dice on games.

The gang is back and catching up on what’s been happening in their lives. Nik recounts her New Orlean’s trip for Tales of the Cocktail, Owen’s returned from Boise, and Jill explored Chattanooga in this travel heavy episode. Grab a “mini meister” and catch up on the W-tea! Let's spill some W-Tea! MERCH TheHeliosNetwork.com INSTAGRAM @WastedTruthPod Check out our favorite podcasts: MASTER AND DEBATERS has hard opinions on soft topics. TROUBLE HQ is making you feel good about your life. BANTER & SUCH gets into BS about movies. TABLETOPPED rolls the dice on games.

This one is for the ladies as Nik & Jill laugh it up with their friend Kate Whalen, talking about creeps at your bar, Nashville’s trash dating scene, and bartenders who don’t know the unspoken “rules”. Let's spill some W-Tea! MERCH TheHeliosNetwork.com INSTAGRAM @WastedTruthPod Check out our favorite podcasts: MASTER AND DEBATERS has hard opinions on soft topics. TROUBLE HQ is making you feel good about your life. BANTER & SUCH gets into BS about movies. TABLETOPPED rolls the dice on games.

From Dante NYC to The Roosevelt Room in Austin, this week’s guest has risen fast since his first time behind the sticks at Old Glory. The girls get the long and short on how Lan Tolleson drinks, knows things, & will make you a killer martini. Let's spill some W-Tea! MERCH TheHeliosNetwork.com INSTAGRAM @WastedTruthPod Check out our favorite podcasts: MASTER AND DEBATERS has hard opinions on soft topics. TROUBLE HQ is making you feel good about your life. BANTER & SUCH gets into BS about movies. TABLETOPPED rolls the dice on games.