Podcast Summary: And That's Why We Drink – LIVE! - The Pour Decisions Tour
Episode Information
- Title: And That's Why We Drink: LIVE! - The Pour Decisions Tour
- Hosts: Christine Schiefer, Em Schulz
- Release Date: March 8, 2025
- Description: Murder and the paranormal finally meet! Grab your wine and milkshakes and join us every Sunday for some chilling ghost stories and downright terrifying true crime stories. The world's a scary place. And that's why we drink!
1. Introduction to The Pour Decisions Tour
In this special live episode of And That's Why We Drink, hosts Christine Schiefer and Em Schulz introduce their latest endeavor—the Pour Decisions Tour. This live tour aims to bring the podcast's unique blend of murder, paranormal tales, and engaging discussions directly to audiences across various cities.
2. Promotional Segments
a. ZipRecruiter Advertisement [00:00 - 01:24]
The episode kicks off with a promotional segment for ZipRecruiter, emphasizing its efficiency in hiring top talent for seasonal jobs. The advertisement highlights key features such as:
- Smart Technology: "ZipRecruiter's smart technology starts showing you qualified people for it" [00:30].
- Quick Success: "We found Eva within hours of even starting our account on ZipRecruiter" [00:55].
- Employer Success Rate: "4 out of 5 employers who post on ZipRecruiter get a quality candidate within the first day" [02:10].
This ad underscores ZipRecruiter's role in facilitating rapid and effective hiring processes, making it an essential tool for employers during the busy summer season.
b. Nordstrom Promotion [01:24 - 01:53]
Following the ZipRecruiter ad, the hosts introduce Nordstrom's summer collection. Key points include:
- Versatile Wardrobe Options: "From beach days and weddings to weekend getaways in your everyday wardrobe" [01:30].
- Affordable Fashion: "Discover stylish options under $100 from tons of your favorite brands like Mango, Skims, Princess Polly, and Madewell" [01:40].
- Convenient Shopping: "Free shipping and free returns in store, order pickup and more" [01:50].
This promotion aims to entice listeners to update their summer wardrobes with Nordstrom’s fashionable and affordable selections.
c. The Poor Decisions Tour Promotion [01:53 - 02:44]
Christine Schiefer and Em Schulz shift focus to their own live tour, aptly named the Poor Decisions Tour. Highlights include:
- Tour Announcement: "We've made a lot of poor decisions in our lives, and I think it all culminates with our Poor Decisions Tour" [01:55].
- Final Run Excitement: "We're so excited and we want to show it off one last time" [02:00].
- Unique Selling Points:
- "It's my favorite tour that we've done so far. I think it's so funny" [02:21 – Em Schulz].
- "It has, I would say, the best ending, the best finale of them all" [02:24 – Christine Schiefer].
- "It's certainly the most psychotic ending" [02:27 – Em Schulz].
The hosts express their enthusiasm for the tour’s final run, encouraging listeners to attend for an unforgettable live experience. They emphasize the unique and entertaining aspects of their live performances, promising an engaging and memorable show.
d. Movie Promotion: "The Life of Chuck" [02:45 - 03:20]
The episode features a heartfelt endorsement for Neon's new film, The Life of Chuck, based on a Stephen King story. Key details include:
- Creative Team and Cast: "Brought to the screen by Mike Flanagan, the writer and director of Doctor Sleep, and stars Tom Hiddleston, Mark Hamill, and Matthew Lillard" [02:50].
- Personal Endorsement: "Christine can't be here today, but she did want me to let you guys know that Life of Chuck has always been one of her favorite Stephen King stories" [03:15 – Em Schulz].
- Critical Praise: "It captures the surreal, spooky tone perfectly. All the cast give amazing performances" [03:18].
Christine and Em share their admiration for The Life of Chuck, highlighting its faithful adaptation of Stephen King's work and the stellar performances by the ensemble cast. They encourage listeners to watch the film, emphasizing its availability in select theaters and on June 13th.
3. Conclusion
This live episode of And That's Why We Drink primarily serves as a platform for various promotions, including ZipRecruiter, Nordstrom, the hosts' own Poor Decisions Tour, and the film The Life of Chuck. While it lacks the typical storytelling and discussions characteristic of the podcast, it effectively communicates upcoming events and endorsements, maintaining engagement with the audience through sponsorship messages and personal endorsements.
Notable Quotes:
- "ZipRecruiter's smart technology starts showing you qualified people for it." — ZipRecruiter Ad [00:30]
- "4 out of 5 employers who post on ZipRecruiter get a quality candidate within the first day." — ZipRecruiter Ad [02:10]
- "I've made a lot of poor decisions in my life, and I think it all culminates with our Poor Decisions Tour." — Host [01:55]
- "It captures the surreal, spooky tone perfectly." — Em Schulz on The Life of Chuck [03:18]
Takeaway: While this episode is heavily focused on promotions, listeners are introduced to the upcoming Pour Decisions Tour and are encouraged to engage with the hosts' live performances and endorsed products.