Two Drinks In

Episode 113: This week Dana shares an observation about Pre-Pride and Post-Pride gym attendance. Then, Erin tackles a listener question about what to do when a friend won’t tell you where she bought a great bag for a total steal. James follows up with what to do when a bad date asks you why you’re no longer interested, while Dana ends the episode with a listener question on whether “like” is enough to start a sexual relationship with someone. Don’t let the Minnesota accents fool ya! These two gays and two gals are solving the world’s problems two drinks at a time. Features Strong Language, Mature Themes, and Midwest Advice from the Twin Cities. Drunk-O-Meter Rating: 4 out of 5 Subscribe and rate us on iTunes. Visit our website for more content at http://www.twodrinksinpod.com Like us on Facebook: twodrinksin Email us at twodrinksinpod@gmail.com Tweet us at @twodrinksinpod Make sure to use the hashtag #twodrinksinpod Hosts: D. Marie Long, Dana Severson, Erin Roberts, and James Lekvin Producer: James Lekvin The

Episode 112: This week James has a critical update on James Woods and his fight with Armie Hammer (and Amber Tamblyn) over some homophobic remarks. Then, Dana talks briefly about Fox News and its stance that Mario no longer being a plumber is an attack on the working class. D. Marie poses a question about “Where Our ‘People’ Are From,” while Erin tackles a listener question about what to say when a friend and colleague gets fired. Don’t let the Minnesota accents fool ya! These two gays and two gals are solving the world’s problems two drinks at a time. Features Strong Language, Mature Themes, and Midwest Advice from the Twin Cities. Drunk-O-Meter Rating: 3 out of 5 Subscribe and rate us on iTunes. Visit our website for more content at http://www.twodrinksinpod.com Like us on Facebook: twodrinksin Email us at twodrinksinpod@gmail.com Tweet us at @twodrinksinpod Make sure to use the hashtag #twodrinksinpod  Hosts: D. Marie Long, Dana Severson, Erin Roberts, and James Lekvin Producer: James Lekvin The Drinks: Be

Episode 111: This week Dana shares a story on his mother’s misconception about jury duty. Erin then queries what time period each one of us would live in, while James asks us who would be our fantasy gay. Dana wonders whether there’s any music we feel too old for, which then quickly turns to a discussion on Lourde’s VMA performance…if you can call it that. D. Marie wraps up the episode with a listener question on our tattoo status. Don’t let the Minnesota accents fool ya! These two gays and two gals are solving the world’s problems two drinks at a time. Features Strong Language, Mature Themes, and Midwest Advice from the Twin Cities. Drunk-O-Meter Rating: 5 out of 5 Subscribe and rate us on iTunes. Visit our website for more content at http://www.twodrinksinpod.com Like us on Facebook: twodrinksin Email us at twodrinksinpod@gmail.com Tweet us at @twodrinksinpod Make sure to use the hashtag #twodrinksinpod Hosts: D. Marie Long, Dana Severson, Erin Roberts, and James Lekvin Producer: James Lekvin The Drinks: In

Episode 110: This week D. Marie wants to discuss Taylor Swift’s new album: Reputation. James then fields a listener question on how to deal with a stepdaughter’s potential freeloading ways, while Dana tackles another listener question on how to handle relatives who won’t go to a wedding unless the bride and groom invite kids. Erin then wraps up the episode with another listener question on whether any of us have tattoos. Don’t let the Minnesota accents fool ya! These two gays and two gals are solving the world’s problems two drinks at a time. Features Strong Language, Mature Themes, and Midwest Advice from the Twin Cities. Drunk-O-Meter Rating: 4 out of 5 Subscribe and rate us on iTunes. Visit our website for more content at http://www.twodrinksinpod.com Like us on Facebook: twodrinksin Email us at twodrinksinpod@gmail.com Tweet us at @twodrinksinpod Make sure to use the hashtag #twodrinksinpod Hosts: D. Marie Long, Dana Severson, Erin Roberts, and James Lekvin Producer: James Lekvin The Drinks: Indeed Shenan

Episode 109: This week we accomplish a lot: James starts us off with a closer look at the power of a well-timed side-eye, while Dana broaches the topic of gender-specific products that have no business being gender-specific. D. Marie then tackles a listener question on whether it’s possible to win over a boyfriend’s parents, while Erin takes on another listener question on what’s the best way to un-invite someone from a wedding. With time still left, James dives into yet one more listener question: How to tell your boyfriend he’s got smelly junk (of the none-trunk variety). Dana wraps up the episode with a final listener question on the best way to NOT get together with someone who wants to get together. Don’t let the Minnesota accents fool ya! These two gays and two gals are solving the world’s problems two drinks at a time. Features Strong Language, Mature Themes, and Midwest Advice from the Twin Cities. Drunk-O-Meter Rating: 3 out of 5 Subscribe and rate us on iTunes. Visit our website for more content at

Episode 108: This week Dana starts us off with a critical update on Louise Linton, Steve Mnuchin’s wife…well, second wife, if we’re getting into the specifics. Erin then brings us up to date on the wonderful words of comfort coming from Renee Baio, Chachi’s wife, directed at the mother of one of the victims of the Sandy Hook shooting. D. Marie shifts gears, sharing her advice on who to avoid on the bus, in a bar, in a grocery store, etc., while Erin tackles a listener question about who should propose in a same-sex relationship. Don’t let the Minnesota accents fool ya! These two gays and two gals are solving the world’s problems two drinks at a time. Features Strong Language, Mature Themes, and Midwest Advice from the Twin Cities. Drunk-O-Meter Rating: 3 out of 5 Subscribe and rate us on iTunes. Visit our website for more content at http://www.twodrinksinpod.com Like us on Facebook: twodrinksin Email us at twodrinksinpod@gmail.com Tweet us at @twodrinksinpod Make sure to use the hashtag #twodrinksinpod Hosts:

Episode 107: This week Erin starts us off with a critical update on the court case against Taylor Swift, and the “punch-in-the-air” moments for girls everywhere. Dana then launches us into a discussion about a new movement brewing around not vaccinating your dogs, while D. Marie asks us whether we each have a “dicking” hour after a night on the town. Don’t let the Minnesota accents fool ya! These two gays and two gals are solving the world’s problems two drinks at a time. Features Strong Language, Mature Themes, and Midwest Advice from the Twin Cities. Drunk-O-Meter Rating: 3 out of 5 Subscribe and rate us on iTunes. Visit our website for more content at http://www.twodrinksinpod.com Like us on Facebook: twodrinksin Email us at twodrinksinpod@gmail.com Tweet us at @twodrinksinpod Make sure to use the hashtag #twodrinksinpod Hosts: D. Marie Long, Dana Severson, Erin Roberts, and James Lekvin Producer: James Lekvin The Drinks: Indeed Lucy Sessions Sour, 7-11 Slush, New Glarus Spotted Cow, and Miller 64 TDI Spon

Episode 106: This week D. Marie starts us off with a question about bridal parties: If the bride is offering to pay for your hair and makeup, should you really request to see samples of the stylist’s work? D. Marie then takes us on a trip down memory lane with a brief discussion on the lost art of mix-tapes, while Erin leads us into a conversation about how young is too young to become friends with someone. James wraps up the night with a quick chat on if it’s ever possible to get a coworker to start washing his hands after using the bathroom. Don’t let the Minnesota accents fool ya! These two gays and two gals are solving the world’s problems two drinks at a time. Features Strong Language, Mature Themes, and Midwest Advice from the Twin Cities. Drunk-O-Meter Rating: 2 out of 5 Subscribe and rate us on iTunes. Visit our website for more content at http://www.twodrinksinpod.com Like us on Facebook: twodrinksin Email us at twodrinksinpod@gmail.com Tweet us at @twodrinksinpod Make sure to use the hashtag #twodri

Special Message Episode C: D. Marie, Erin, James and Dana are all testing out a variety of hangover cures in an effort to return to full health. Unfortunately, that means there is no new episode this week. Join us next Thursday when we are back to our regular shenanigans   Drunk-O-Meter Rating: 0 out of 5 Subscribe and rate us on iTunes. Visit our website for more content at http://www.twodrinksinpod.com Like us on Facebook: twodrinksin Tweet us at @twodrinksinpod Make sure to use the hashtag #twodrinksinpod Hosts: D. Marie Long, Dana Severson, Erin Roberts, James Lekvin Producer: James Lekvin The Drinks: Grape Pedialyte, Water, Pepto-Bismol and 7-Up, and Miller 64

Episode 105: This week Dana starts off the episode with a discussion on the transgender ban (and the likely culprit: Vicky Hartzler), while Erin leads a discussion on the Scaffolding exhibit at the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden. Then, James wraps up the episode with a listener question about who should be paying for dinner on a same-sex date. Don’t let the Minnesota accents fool ya! These two gays and two gals are solving the world’s problems two drinks at a time.  Features Strong Language, Mature Themes, and Midwest Advice from the Twin Cities. Drunk-O-Meter Rating: 3 out of 5 Subscribe and rate us on iTunes. Visit our website for more content at http://www.twodrinksinpod.com Like us on Facebook: twodrinksin Email us at twodrinksinpod@gmail.com Tweet us at @twodrinksinpod Make sure to use the hashtag #twodrinksinpod Hosts: D. Marie Long, Dana Severson, Erin Roberts, and James Lekvin Producer: James Lekvin The Drinks: Bloody Mary, Diet Mountain Dew, New Glarus Spotted Cow, and Miller 64 TDI Sponsor: Burnt Brew

Episode 104: This week D. Marie starts us off with a lively discussion about CCing (or even BCCing) in order to cover you a$$, while Erin takes a listener question on what to do when it comes time to split the bill with friends (and friend-not-friends) Then, James fields another listener question, this time about whether to warn someone before you blow your load. Dana wraps up the episode with a brief discussion about vomit…yeah, another listener question. Don’t let the Minnesota accents fool ya! These two gays and two gals are solving the world’s problems two drinks at a time. Features Strong Language, Mature Themes, and Midwest Advice from the Twin Cities Drunk-O-Meter Rating: 2 out of 5 Subscribe and rate us on iTunes. Visit our website for more content at http://www.twodrinksinpod.com Like us on Facebook: twodrinksin Email us at twodrinksinpod@gmail.com Tweet us at @twodrinksinpod Make sure to use the hashtag #twodrinksinpod  Hosts: D. Marie Long, Dana Severson, Erin Roberts, and James Lekvin Producer: Ja

Episode 103: This week Erin has her side gig on the mind and kicks off the conversation about reviewing live theatre performances. Good or bad, the group believes honesty is the only way to strengthen the local theatre scene. Next up, Dana discusses topless etiquette while walking the lakes and the double standard that arises when men have a sizeable chest situation. Of course, a new women’s swimsuit company, the TaTa Tops offers a controversial solution! James is up next with a listener question on when it’s okay to say, “I told you so!” Dana pulls the next topic and it has to do with those chatty neighbors. Finally, D. Marie puts the episode to bed with a conversation about those overly sensitive lovers. Can I smack your bottom? Don’t let the Minnesota accents fool ya! These two gays and two gals are solving the world’s problems two drinks at a time. Features Strong Language, Mature Themes, and Midwest Advice from the Twin Cities. Drunk-O-Meter Rating: 4 out of 5 Subscribe and rate us on iTunes. Visit our w

Episode 102: This week Dana opens with an alarming statistic, that 7% of all American adults believe chocolate milk comes from brown cows. This gets the gang talking about food origins, fad diets and sugar beets. Erin puts on her best “Minnesota Nice” as she pulls the first official topic for the evening – when is it appropriate to use sarcasm. Of course D. Marie says it is always appropriate. The episode concludes with James talking about the proper way to change hair salons and hair stylists. Does it involve sarcasm? Don’t let the Minnesota accents fool ya! These two gays and two gals are solving the world’s problems two drinks at a time. Features Strong Language, Mature Themes, and Midwest Advice from the Twin Cities. Drunk-O-Meter Rating: 3 out of 5 Subscribe and rate us on iTunes. Visit our website for more content at http://www.twodrinksinpod.com Like us on Facebook: twodrinksin Email us at twodrinksinpod@gmail.com Tweet us at @twodrinksinpod Make sure to use the hashtag #twodrinksinpod Hosts: D. Marie

Episode 101: This week James has a critical update on Theresa May, while Erin broaches the topic on man-splaining and all its wonders. James weighs in on circumcised vs. uncircumcised penises, and then Dana fields a listener question about how to tip off of a Groupon. D. Marie takes on another listener question about how to spot when men are being chivalrous or chauvinistic. The episode winds down with a brief discussion on the living worst: swimsuits. Don’t let the Minnesota accents fool ya! These two gays and two gals are solving the world’s problems two drinks at a time. Features Strong Language, Mature Themes, and Midwest Advice from the Twin Cities. Drunk-O-Meter Rating: 3 out of 5 Subscribe and rate us on iTunes. Visit our website for more content at http://www.twodrinksinpod.com Like us on Facebook: twodrinksin Email us at twodrinksinpod@gmail.com Tweet us at @twodrinksinpod Make sure to use the hashtag #twodrinksinpod  Hosts: D. Marie Long, Dana Severson, Erin Roberts, and James Lekvin Producer: James

Episode 100: This week these two gays and two gals do their first LIVE episode at Du Nord Craft Spirits in South Minneapolis. Topics range from favorite cartoons and yard games to high school crushes and 80s hair bands. Yep, it’s one for the books, folks! With guest host and producer of Brewprov, Leah Isaacson. Don’t let the Minnesota accents fool ya! These two gays and two gals are solving the world’s problems two drinks at a time. Features Strong Language, Mature Themes, and Midwest Advice from the Twin Cities. Drunk-O-Meter Rating: 2 out of 5 Subscribe and rate us on iTunes. Visit our website for more content at http://www.twodrinksinpod.com Like us on Facebook: twodrinksin Email us at twodrinksinpod@gmail.com Tweet us at @twodrinksinpod Make sure to use the hashtag #twodrinksinpod Hosts: D. Marie Long, Dana Severson, Erin Roberts, and James Lekvin Guest Host: Leah Isaacson, Host/Producer of Brewprov Musician: Tanner Jordan Peck Sound: Joel Farren Producer: James Lekvin The Drinks: Minneapolis Mule, Macha

Episode 99: This week D. Marie starts us off with a critical update on her afternoon working Beer Fest, which leads James to chime in on heat sickness — his in particular. D. Marie then fields a listener question on how to handle over-sharers, while Erin takes on another listener questions (and one close to her heart): sidewalk etiquette. James winds down the episode with some thoughts on the new Wonder Woman movie. Don’t let the Minnesota accents fool ya! These two gays and two gals are solving the world’s problems two drinks at a time. Features Strong Language, Mature Themes, and Midwest Advice from the Twin Cities. Drunk-O-Meter Rating: 2 out of 5 Subscribe and rate us on iTunes. Visit our website for more content at http://www.twodrinksinpod.com Like us on Facebook: twodrinksin Email us at twodrinksinpod@gmail.com Tweet us at @twodrinksinpod Make sure to use the hashtag #twodrinksinpod Hosts: D. Marie Long, Dana Severson, Erin Roberts, and James Lekvin Producer: James Lekvin The Drinks: Surly Fiery Hell,

Episode 98: This week James starts off the episode with a brief discussion on the new Netflix series, The Keepers. Erin then broaches the topic of white privilege, while James fields a listener question on how to resolve a fight over Facebook about the presidential election. Dana has a few words to share on what to do when the ugly lights go on. Hint: Don’t look in the mirror. D. Marie wraps up the episode discussing the pros and cons of Black Friday…yeah, that one’s been sitting in the hat for months. Don’t let the Minnesota accents fool ya! These two gays and two gals are solving the world’s problems two drinks at a time. Features Strong Language, Mature Themes, and Midwest Advice from the Twin Cities. Drunk-O-Meter Rating: 3 out of 5 Subscribe and rate us on iTunes. Visit our website for more content at http://www.twodrinksinpod.com Like us on Facebook: twodrinksin Email us at twodrinksinpod@gmail.com Tweet us at @twodrinksinpod Make sure to use the hashtag #twodrinksinpod Hosts: D. Marie Long, Dana Severs

Episode 97: This week Dana starts off the episode with a critical update on how foreign dignitaries have been suggested to approach Trump — very, very carefully. He scares easy, after all. D. Marie then leads a discussion on what the kids are listening to these days, while Erin wraps up the night with her opinions on crowded bars.   Don’t let the Minnesota accents fool ya! These two gays and two gals are solving the world’s problems two drinks at a time. Features Strong Language, Mature Themes, and Midwest Advice from the Twin Cities. Drunk-O-Meter Rating: 3 out of 5 Subscribe and rate us on iTunes. Visit our website for more content at http://www.twodrinksinpod.com Like us on Facebook: twodrinksin Email us at twodrinksinpod@gmail.com Tweet us at @twodrinksinpod Make sure to use the hashtag #twodrinksinpod  Hosts: D. Marie Long, Dana Severson, Erin Roberts, and James Lekvin Producer: James Lekvin The Drinks: Black Box Rose, Svedka Vodka w/ Cran-Rasberry LaCroix, and Miller 64 TDI Sponsor: Burnt Brews - http:/

Episode 50: Remember our 50th episode? Neither do we! As we gear up for our 100th episode, we wanted to take back to a kinder, gentler time for Two Drinks In. Enjoy this Throwback Thursday milestone episode: It’s our 50th episode and we are taking shots together, instead of at each other. D. Marie kicks off the evening discussing the hashtag, #Adulting, and how the twenty-something generation wants approval for doing things that all adults should be doing. Next, Erin bridges the great gender divide with a conversation on the disparities between men and women. James closes the night with a listener-submitted topic on wedding proposals that might merit a firm “no” in response. As always, our conversation gets mad props for not “childing” all the while talking and drinking in Minneapolis. Features Strong Language, Mature Themes, and a firm “no”.  Drunk-O-Meter Rating: 5 out of   Subscribe and rate us on iTunes. Visit our website for more content at http://www.twodrinksinpod.com Email us at: twodrinksinpod@gmail.

Episode 96: This week Dana starts off the episode with lively discussion on relationship dealbreakers, then D. Marie fields a listener question on what’s the best possible way to find out how a coworker’s wife passed away. Hint: you don’t. Erin takes on another listener question about when you should ask where a gal would like you to dump his “load.” It isn’t necessarily on the tee-tahs, as the adult film industry would like you to think. James wraps up the conversation by talking about airing someone else’s dirty laundry. In other words, GOSSIP!!!   Don’t let the Minnesota accents fool ya! These two gays and two gals are solving the world’s problems two drinks at a time.  Features Strong Language, Mature Themes, and Midwest Advice from the Twin Cities. Drunk-O-Meter Rating: 2 out of 5 Subscribe and rate us on iTunes. Visit our website for more content at http://www.twodrinksinpod.com Like us on Facebook: twodrinksin Email us at twodrinksinpod@gmail.com Tweet us at @twodrinksinpod Make sure to use the hashtag