Ep. 63 – Shirley Temple, “I’m aging like a good cherry”

You’d think sampling a classic mocktail would make for a tame episode, but not on Gina’s birthday! The duo sample five(!) different versions of the Shirley Temple, including a few of the dirty variety, before trying some fancy cherries and getting into a much needed bidet update.

Ep. 62 – Big Gina’s Day Out, “Flip, flap, away we go!”

It’s a very special episode as Gina finds herself in Hamilton for the day as she and Paul bop around to some of his favourite haunts. Mom gets to try her very first Corona, do some antiquing, sample some exquisite cocktails and answer some Valentine’s-related listener questions.

Ep. 61 – Non-Alcoholic Dark & Stormy, “Poky Annie & Poky Arnie”

Gina and Paul ease into 2023 with a mocktail, using Lyre’s Spiced Cane Spirit in a non-alcoholic version of a dark & stormy. The duo dig back into the ever-changing Canadian alcohol guidelines, new year’s resolutions and Gina’s got a message for annoying drivers.

Ep. 60 – Hot buttered rum, “Chili’s in the thingy-ding”

It’s a real doozy this Christmas, as Gina and Paul try another seasonal classic, hot buttered rum. They try a time-honoured recipe as well as the results of Paul’s experiments with fat washing. All this and Gina gives some holiday spending advice before they invent a new classic Christmas carol (be sure to stick around to the end for that). Merry Christmas!

Ep. 59 – Mezcal Manhattan, “There’s always stuff growing in my craw”

It’s another very special episode, as Gina and Paul celebrate 4 years of the podcast as well as Paul’s 40th birthday. The duo try two different mezcals as well as a mezcal manhattan. Gina gets back on her soapbox for another toast & roast, but first has to remember to put her headphones on.

Ep. 58 – Non-alcoholic Tanqueray gin, “You need to wash your junk!”

Summer break is over, bringing Gina and Paul back just in time for Halloween. The duo sample Tanqueray’s non-alcoholic gin and compare it to the real deal in matching gin & tonics. Paul also quizzes his mom on the current Canadian alcohol guidelines before Gina makes some questionable statements about human anatomy during a much needed bidet update.

Ep. 57 – Piquette, “What do you think of manscaping?”

Fresh off a visit to Leaning Post winery, Gina and Paul delve into the rich history of wine’s low-alcohol cousin, Piquette. Though Paul might need something with more kick after his mom catches him off guard with a a question about manscaping.

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Ep. 56 – Radler, “That saves wear and tear somewhere else”

Gina and Paul get ready for patio season with a selection of low-alcohol radlers, including two from Waterloo Brewing. Gina also yells at her garbage man, answers a question about sensitive neighbour relations and gets fired up at Paul for mocking her purchase of off-brand soda.

Ep. 55 – Old Pal, “You’ve corrupted your mother”

Gina and Paul chat about old pals while trying the classic cocktail of the same name. They sample a boulevardier version for good measure while Gina gives advice on how to deal with a smelly friend (not Paul).

Ep. 54 – Sidecars, “I’m not a dirty pump toucher”

Gina and Paul try a classic cocktail by way of the Sidecar, all so Paul has an excuse to plug his new Bay Mud album. Meanwhile, Gina is fired up in a return of her Toast & Roast segment before diving into some potentially family-saving advice.