148: Alan Doyle joins us to talk about whisky and music!

Best known as the lead singer from Great Big Sea, Alan Doyle is a folk singer, author, and actor. He joins us on the podcast to talk about the long history of whisky and music in pop culture, folk music, country music, and Celtic music. Why do so many songs include whisky? Alan Doyle gives us the answer! No spoilers. Follow Alan Doyle on Twitter.  Alan Doyle raises money for Kids Help Phone.  Also mentioned:  Lamb’s Palm Breeze Rum 1948 Newfoundland referendums Buy Alan’s book: A Newfoundlander in Canada: Always Going Somewhere, Always Coming Home Follow Jamie on Twitter and Instagram Follow Mark on Twitter and Instagram Get Mark’s book: The Whisky Cabinet Support the podcast (and get great perks) on Patreon. Get your latest whisky reviews on whisky.buzz! You can find this week’s patron exclusive content here.  This podcast was edited and mixed by Bryan Goman. The theme song is licensed in thanks to Alan Doyle! It's available on iTunes.