Podcast Summary: Disgraceful with Grace O'Malley

Episode: "3 Long-Lost Cousins Walk Into a Bar"

Host: Grace O'Malley
Guests: Liam Dalton, Aaron McCann
Date: January 8, 2026
Location: Live from a New York bar

Episode Overview

In this lively and irreverent episode, Grace O’Malley kicks off the new year in true “Disgraceful” fashion—hosting from a bar with comedians and friends Liam Dalton and Aaron McCann. The gang reminisces about wild family shows, attempts at sobriety, comedian mishaps, and the quirks of Irish-American camaraderie. They dig into their favorite (and most chaotic) moments of the past year, play signature bar games, and showcase their comedic chemistry—anchoring the episode with candid honesty, self-roasting, and lightning-speed banter.

Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. New Year, New (Attempted) Resolutions

Timestamp [01:00 – 02:00]

Grace kicks off the episode in a bar, joking about starting the podcast in various locations and their collective affinity for drinking at all life events.
Jokes abound about doing entire life routines—doctor’s appointments included—at bars.
[03:21] Grace: “Since it is the beginning of the new year, let’s get a little sentimental for a second...what are your top three favorite things that happened this year?”

2. Hometown Boston Shows & The “Sober” Tour

Timestamp [03:32 – 07:17]

Grace and the boys recall the family trip to Boston for Grace’s stand-up tour—sold-out shows, family reunions, and chaotic green room energy.
Aaron tried to go sober for a year, “betting” $1000 with a friend. He lasted two weeks.
Grace admits to having little understanding back then of sobriety, later appreciating the struggle after her own two-month stint.
[05:32] Aaron, on Grace’s lack of support: “If you make it through this weekend, I’ll never talk to you.”

3. Drinking Culture, Family Quirks & Irish Traditions

Timestamp [07:40 – 10:13]

Stories of “falling off the wagon” in front of family—especially Grace’s Da, who breaks his own sobriety with the excuse, “Throat was dry.”
Discussion on family bans (like “no vodka” for Grace, for survival reasons).
Reflections on how social drinking is ritualized, and the pressure to stick to “your drink” after a certain age.
[09:10] Aaron: “As if there’s no water, there’s no sod. He’s like, yes. The only thing they have here.”

4. The Art of Ordering Drinks & Bar Etiquette

Timestamp [10:28 – 13:05]

Banter on the social politics of ordering drinks at a bar (Aaron’s “just order for everyone” strategy, Liam’s indecision).
The comedy of being picky at packed bars, and the rules of freeloading off an “orderer.”

5. Iconic Boston Memories: Sobriety Breaking, Pool Parties, and Puffer Coats

Timestamp [13:26 – 17:34]

Aaron’s breakup and abrupt transition from heartbreak to Boston’s wild nightlife.
[14:06] Liam (on Aaron): “He goes from being sober to shit-faced, Boston girls throwing themselves at him. He’s in a pool vaping. He turns into a finance bro in Miami.”
Aaron’s childlike glee at buying his “first ever winter coat,” leading to confusion between Grace’s mom and sister.

6. Sober(ish) Adventures and Technological Fails

Timestamp [19:09 – 21:36]

The trio shares surreal encounters with Waymo self-driving cars—Aaron accidentally falls asleep and is jarringly awakened by the car's “AAI” voice.
[19:53] Grace: “He’s just saying sorry to an ominous voice.”

7. “America is Aaron’s Disneyland”

Timestamp [20:49 – 21:04]

Aaron’s awe at American city life—bagels, pizza, and everyday urban quirks.
Liam: “America is Aaron’s Disneyland.”

8. New Year’s Resolutions & Comedy About Failing to Keep Them

Timestamp [22:00 – 24:14]

The group openly mocks the idea of “locking in” resolutions, noting their talent for public declarations and quick relapses.
[23:08] Grace: “Hey, listen, you put it out there. It just didn’t manifest. Relapse in style.”

9. Bar Games, Improvs, and “Take a Lap”

Timestamp [31:17 – 37:45]

Group improvises characters from a hat (“mobster wannabe,” “bachelor party casualty,” “first-timer at a bar”).
Grace introduces the “Take a Lap” game: call out someone for a dumb move, everyone cheers as they lap the bar.
[29:24] Aaron: “It got to the point where people were getting so excited, people just started smashing...much energy for what’s happening.”

10. Ideal Night Out Scenarios

Timestamp [38:02 – 42:58]

Liam wants a family-and-friends dinner with a lively but manageable bar crawl.
Grace prefers an all-day beach/boat/party extravaganza.
Subtle roast of each other's social stamina and “impulsivity” (Aaron is called the king of sudden adventures).

11. Two Truths and a Lie

Timestamp [50:43 – 61:00]

Hilarious deception and deduction games (“I had six jobs by 16,” “Jennifer Lopez at my house,” etc.).
Aaron’s real claim to fame: Tyler, The Creator saw his stand-up after a forum invite.
[60:22] Aaron: “FormSpring was something that you could write on someone’s page and say things anonymously, but you chose not to be anonymous.”

12. Rapid-Fire Trivia, Who’s Most Likely, and Shout-Outs

Timestamp [61:17 – 99:07]

Whiteboard trivia: American Idol judges, Kim Kardashian’s shortest marriage, pop culture nuggets.
“Who’s More Likely To”—the gang blames each other (and the unseen Nora) for being impulsive, spilling secrets, or holding grudges.
[78:56] Aaron: “I couldn’t think of either of you because I've never heard either of you hold a grudge against someone, so I just picked Nora.”

13. Disgraceful Receipts: Embarrassing Old Photos

Timestamp [83:38 – end]

Grace’s sister and “HR” Nora finds cringeworthy childhood photos of each guest, who must explain themselves (from accidental underwear photos to wannabe One Direction looks).
The segment wraps with riotous shout-outs—to family members, local legends, old teachers, odd pizzeria owners, and even feuding childhood friends.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

[05:32] Aaron, on Grace’s lack of support:
“If you make it through this weekend, I’ll never talk to you.”
[09:10] Aaron, on Grace’s Da breaking sobriety:
“As if there’s no water, there’s no sod. He’s like, yes. The only thing they have here.”
[14:06] Liam, on Aaron’s Boston pivot:
“He goes from being sober to shit-faced...finance bro in Miami. Out of nowhere, he's in the hot tub with a vape.”
[19:53] Grace, on Aaron in the Waymo:
“He’s just saying sorry to an ominous voice.”
[20:49] Liam
“America is Aaron’s Disneyland.”
[23:08] Grace, on not keeping resolutions:
“You put it out there. It just didn’t manifest. Relapse in style.”
[29:24] Aaron, on “Take a Lap”:
“It got to the point where people were getting so excited, people just started smashing.”
[60:22] Aaron
“FormSpring was something that you could write on someone’s page and say things anonymously but you chose not to be anonymous.”

Important Timestamps & Segments

[01:00] – Bar-based life aspirations
[03:32] – Reminiscing Boston stand-up trip
[04:34] – Sober(ish) bets & support
[07:40] – Breaking family sobriety
[10:28] – Bar ordering quirks
[13:26] – Boston, heartbreak, winter coat joy
[19:09] – Waymo, technology & sleep fail
[20:49] – America is Aaron’s Disneyland
[22:00] – Resolutions, relapse
[29:24] – Take a Lap game explanation
[31:17] – Bar improv skits
[38:02] – Ideal night out
[50:43] – Two Truths and a Lie
[61:17] – Trivia & who’s most likely
[83:38] – Disgraceful Receipts/cringe photos
[96:24] – Liam’s rapid-fire shout-outs
[99:26] – Teaser for solo deep-dives with each guest

Tone and Style

Consistently loose, quick-witted, and self-aware—the episode showcases the trio’s Irish-American humor, love of bits, and genuine friendship. They are unguarded in their storytelling, always ready to turn vulnerability or embarrassment into a punchline. The mix of sentimental recollections, friendly roasts, and improv games create a raucous, highly replayable hangout vibe—the kind of “comedy in a bar” Grace set out to capture.

Summary

This episode of Disgraceful is the epitome of what the show promises: a rowdy, heartfelt, and open-ended modern Irish comedy hang at its most honest. Whether recounting failed sober stints, reliving family misadventures on the road, or riffing through trivia and bar games, Grace and her guests serve up a timeless reel of comic chaos.

Highlight: The trio plans to return for more individualized, deep-dive episodes—a prospect any listener of this one will eagerly await.

Note: Skip to post-[03:00] for main content—ads and intros precede.
*Most games, jokes, and quotes are at their best from [30:00] onward.

Podcast Summary: Disgraceful with Grace O'Malley

Episode: "3 Long-Lost Cousins Walk Into a Bar"

Host: Grace O'Malley
Guests: Liam Dalton, Aaron McCann
Date: January 8, 2026
Location: Live from a New York bar

Episode Overview

Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. New Year, New (Attempted) Resolutions

Timestamp [01:00 – 02:00]

Grace kicks off the episode in a bar, joking about starting the podcast in various locations and their collective affinity for drinking at all life events.
Jokes abound about doing entire life routines—doctor’s appointments included—at bars.
[03:21] Grace: “Since it is the beginning of the new year, let’s get a little sentimental for a second...what are your top three favorite things that happened this year?”

2. Hometown Boston Shows & The “Sober” Tour

Timestamp [03:32 – 07:17]

Grace and the boys recall the family trip to Boston for Grace’s stand-up tour—sold-out shows, family reunions, and chaotic green room energy.
Aaron tried to go sober for a year, “betting” $1000 with a friend. He lasted two weeks.
Grace admits to having little understanding back then of sobriety, later appreciating the struggle after her own two-month stint.
[05:32] Aaron, on Grace’s lack of support: “If you make it through this weekend, I’ll never talk to you.”

3. Drinking Culture, Family Quirks & Irish Traditions

Timestamp [07:40 – 10:13]

Stories of “falling off the wagon” in front of family—especially Grace’s Da, who breaks his own sobriety with the excuse, “Throat was dry.”
Discussion on family bans (like “no vodka” for Grace, for survival reasons).
Reflections on how social drinking is ritualized, and the pressure to stick to “your drink” after a certain age.
[09:10] Aaron: “As if there’s no water, there’s no sod. He’s like, yes. The only thing they have here.”

4. The Art of Ordering Drinks & Bar Etiquette

Timestamp [10:28 – 13:05]

Banter on the social politics of ordering drinks at a bar (Aaron’s “just order for everyone” strategy, Liam’s indecision).
The comedy of being picky at packed bars, and the rules of freeloading off an “orderer.”

5. Iconic Boston Memories: Sobriety Breaking, Pool Parties, and Puffer Coats

Timestamp [13:26 – 17:34]

Aaron’s breakup and abrupt transition from heartbreak to Boston’s wild nightlife.
[14:06] Liam (on Aaron): “He goes from being sober to shit-faced, Boston girls throwing themselves at him. He’s in a pool vaping. He turns into a finance bro in Miami.”
Aaron’s childlike glee at buying his “first ever winter coat,” leading to confusion between Grace’s mom and sister.

6. Sober(ish) Adventures and Technological Fails

Timestamp [19:09 – 21:36]

The trio shares surreal encounters with Waymo self-driving cars—Aaron accidentally falls asleep and is jarringly awakened by the car's “AAI” voice.
[19:53] Grace: “He’s just saying sorry to an ominous voice.”

7. “America is Aaron’s Disneyland”

Timestamp [20:49 – 21:04]

Aaron’s awe at American city life—bagels, pizza, and everyday urban quirks.
Liam: “America is Aaron’s Disneyland.”

8. New Year’s Resolutions & Comedy About Failing to Keep Them

Timestamp [22:00 – 24:14]

The group openly mocks the idea of “locking in” resolutions, noting their talent for public declarations and quick relapses.
[23:08] Grace: “Hey, listen, you put it out there. It just didn’t manifest. Relapse in style.”

9. Bar Games, Improvs, and “Take a Lap”

Timestamp [31:17 – 37:45]

Group improvises characters from a hat (“mobster wannabe,” “bachelor party casualty,” “first-timer at a bar”).
Grace introduces the “Take a Lap” game: call out someone for a dumb move, everyone cheers as they lap the bar.
[29:24] Aaron: “It got to the point where people were getting so excited, people just started smashing...much energy for what’s happening.”

10. Ideal Night Out Scenarios

Timestamp [38:02 – 42:58]

Liam wants a family-and-friends dinner with a lively but manageable bar crawl.
Grace prefers an all-day beach/boat/party extravaganza.
Subtle roast of each other's social stamina and “impulsivity” (Aaron is called the king of sudden adventures).

11. Two Truths and a Lie

Timestamp [50:43 – 61:00]

Hilarious deception and deduction games (“I had six jobs by 16,” “Jennifer Lopez at my house,” etc.).
Aaron’s real claim to fame: Tyler, The Creator saw his stand-up after a forum invite.
[60:22] Aaron: “FormSpring was something that you could write on someone’s page and say things anonymously, but you chose not to be anonymous.”

12. Rapid-Fire Trivia, Who’s Most Likely, and Shout-Outs

Timestamp [61:17 – 99:07]

Whiteboard trivia: American Idol judges, Kim Kardashian’s shortest marriage, pop culture nuggets.
“Who’s More Likely To”—the gang blames each other (and the unseen Nora) for being impulsive, spilling secrets, or holding grudges.
[78:56] Aaron: “I couldn’t think of either of you because I've never heard either of you hold a grudge against someone, so I just picked Nora.”

13. Disgraceful Receipts: Embarrassing Old Photos

Timestamp [83:38 – end]

Grace’s sister and “HR” Nora finds cringeworthy childhood photos of each guest, who must explain themselves (from accidental underwear photos to wannabe One Direction looks).
The segment wraps with riotous shout-outs—to family members, local legends, old teachers, odd pizzeria owners, and even feuding childhood friends.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

[05:32] Aaron, on Grace’s lack of support:
“If you make it through this weekend, I’ll never talk to you.”
[09:10] Aaron, on Grace’s Da breaking sobriety:
“As if there’s no water, there’s no sod. He’s like, yes. The only thing they have here.”
[14:06] Liam, on Aaron’s Boston pivot:
“He goes from being sober to shit-faced...finance bro in Miami. Out of nowhere, he's in the hot tub with a vape.”
[19:53] Grace, on Aaron in the Waymo:
“He’s just saying sorry to an ominous voice.”
[20:49] Liam
“America is Aaron’s Disneyland.”
[23:08] Grace, on not keeping resolutions:
“You put it out there. It just didn’t manifest. Relapse in style.”
[29:24] Aaron, on “Take a Lap”:
“It got to the point where people were getting so excited, people just started smashing.”
[60:22] Aaron
“FormSpring was something that you could write on someone’s page and say things anonymously but you chose not to be anonymous.”

Important Timestamps & Segments

[01:00] – Bar-based life aspirations
[03:32] – Reminiscing Boston stand-up trip
[04:34] – Sober(ish) bets & support
[07:40] – Breaking family sobriety
[10:28] – Bar ordering quirks
[13:26] – Boston, heartbreak, winter coat joy
[19:09] – Waymo, technology & sleep fail
[20:49] – America is Aaron’s Disneyland
[22:00] – Resolutions, relapse
[29:24] – Take a Lap game explanation
[31:17] – Bar improv skits
[38:02] – Ideal night out
[50:43] – Two Truths and a Lie
[61:17] – Trivia & who’s most likely
[83:38] – Disgraceful Receipts/cringe photos
[96:24] – Liam’s rapid-fire shout-outs
[99:26] – Teaser for solo deep-dives with each guest

Tone and Style

Summary

Highlight: The trio plans to return for more individualized, deep-dive episodes—a prospect any listener of this one will eagerly await.

Note: Skip to post-[03:00] for main content—ads and intros precede.
*Most games, jokes, and quotes are at their best from [30:00] onward.

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Podcast Summary: Disgraceful with Grace O'Malley

Episode: "3 Long-Lost Cousins Walk Into a Bar"

Episode Overview

Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. New Year, New (Attempted) Resolutions

2. Hometown Boston Shows & The “Sober” Tour

3. Drinking Culture, Family Quirks & Irish Traditions

4. The Art of Ordering Drinks & Bar Etiquette

5. Iconic Boston Memories: Sobriety Breaking, Pool Parties, and Puffer Coats

6. Sober(ish) Adventures and Technological Fails

7. “America is Aaron’s Disneyland”

8. New Year’s Resolutions & Comedy About Failing to Keep Them

9. Bar Games, Improvs, and “Take a Lap”

10. Ideal Night Out Scenarios

11. Two Truths and a Lie

12. Rapid-Fire Trivia, Who’s Most Likely, and Shout-Outs

13. Disgraceful Receipts: Embarrassing Old Photos

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

Important Timestamps & Segments

Tone and Style

Summary

Summary

Podcast Summary: Disgraceful with Grace O'Malley

Episode: "3 Long-Lost Cousins Walk Into a Bar"

Episode Overview

Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. New Year, New (Attempted) Resolutions

2. Hometown Boston Shows & The “Sober” Tour

3. Drinking Culture, Family Quirks & Irish Traditions

4. The Art of Ordering Drinks & Bar Etiquette

5. Iconic Boston Memories: Sobriety Breaking, Pool Parties, and Puffer Coats

6. Sober(ish) Adventures and Technological Fails

7. “America is Aaron’s Disneyland”

8. New Year’s Resolutions & Comedy About Failing to Keep Them

9. Bar Games, Improvs, and “Take a Lap”

10. Ideal Night Out Scenarios

11. Two Truths and a Lie

12. Rapid-Fire Trivia, Who’s Most Likely, and Shout-Outs

13. Disgraceful Receipts: Embarrassing Old Photos

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

Important Timestamps & Segments

Tone and Style

Summary