Topic: D M Liquors

A discussion on Canadian consumer habits notes that liquor stores are government-controlled, allowing for easy boycotts of American products. The conversation touches on the popularity of home winemaking kits in Canada and a claim that some Canadians would prefer the country become the 51st U.S. state to avoid potential invasion.

Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker announced a stay-at-home advisory from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. and ordered entertainment venues to close by 9:30 p.m. The new mandate also requires all individuals over the age of five to wear face coverings in public, regardless of social distancing. These measures include shutting down liquor sales at 9:30 p.m., which the hosts characterize as "training the slaves" for future climate-related shutdowns.

The Drizly app is highlighted for its 60-minute alcohol delivery service, which is now operating in several states including Texas. The discussion touches on the evolution of Texas liquor laws, noting that while drive-in liquor stores were once common, modern services like Instacart and Drizly have modernized booze accessibility.

Listener reports from meetups in Portland, Oregon, and Nelson, British Columbia, highlight the community's growth. The Nelson meetup faced challenges with local liquor laws, while the Portland group enjoyed "No Agenda Wheel of Fortune" and planned a future axe-throwing event.

A controversial bill in Philadelphia seeks to force "stop-and-go" liquor stores to remove bulletproof glass partitions. City Councilwoman Cindy Bass argues the glass is an affront to the "dignity" of the community, while store owners—many of whom are Korean-American—maintain the partitions are essential for their safety in high-crime areas. The debate has led to accusations of racial targeting and concerns over the potential for increased violence against merchants.

A classic clip from the television show "Dragnet" features Jack Webb delivering a rapid-fire rant about a liquor store robbery. The hosts admire Webb's background in radio and his unique ability to speak quickly while remaining perfectly understandable. The segment concludes with Webb's iconic dismissal of a suspect, telling him to return to his "harpsichord."

The hosts describe a recent dinner they shared at Fresca, a Peruvian restaurant on Fillmore Street in San Francisco. They critique the meal, noting that the appetizers were superior to the entrees and that the bill was slightly overpriced. They joke about the "boring" nature of their off-air conversation because they were saving their best material for the podcast.

A listener offers five limited-edition Johnny Walker Black Label bottles with 23-karat gold logos for fundraising, though the hosts express confusion over the legality of shipping alcohol. They conclude the segment by reiterating that they will vouch for the professional credits of their Executive Producers.

Adam Curry recounts his wife's frustration when California retailers refused to accept her Dutch passport as valid identification for purchasing alcohol and tobacco. Although state law does not strictly mandate a California ID, many stores enforce it as policy to avoid liability for underage sales. The hosts discuss the inconsistency of these requirements and the difficulties of dealing with the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV).

While the UK lowered its VAT, it simultaneously increased the tax on alcohol by 8%. Adam Curry mentions looking for a local pub that serves Adnans Ale. The segment transitions to a video from a University of Colorado Boulder professor regarding human population trends.