David Thomas Tao
Spirits Expert, Media Entrepreneur, Tony-Nominated Producer
David Thomas Tao wears a lot of hats—most of them well-aged and Kentucky-sourced. A proud native of the Bluegrass State and a bona fide Kentucky Colonel, David is the co-founder of BarBend.com, the world’s leading strength training platform. His love for storytelling spans from spirits to stage, with bylines in major publications and producing credits on Broadway and film. He’s been named to the Forbes 30 Under 30 list and is a go-to voice on whiskey, fitness, and cultural commentary. On Film & Whiskey, David brings the rare combo of connoisseur-level whiskey expertise (Bushmills 30-Year) and Oscar-worthy banter (see: The Movie Candy Draft).
Dec. 31, 2024
Dune: Part Two / Bushmills 30-Year Single Malt Irish Whiskey ft. David Thomas Tao
It's DUNE YEAR'S EVE, and in this thrilling episode of Film & Whiskey , Bob and Brad are joined by David Thomas Tao to review this year's sci-fi epic Dune: Part Two , directed by Denis Villeneuve. They discuss Timothée Chalam...
Sept. 10, 2024
The Movie Candy Draft ft. David Thomas Tao
In this special episode of Film & Whiskey, Bob and Brad team up with guest David Thomas Tao for an entertaining Movie Candy Draft. The trio competes to assemble the ultimate lineup of movie theater candy, with categories including Chocolate, Chewy, Crunchy, Fruity, and Wild Card. Alongside the fun …