Mike and Janell Bass- Founder/Owners Ponyboy Slings

In this lively episode, we sit down with Janell and Mike Bass, the husband-and-wife duo behind PonyBoy Slings, the ready-to-drink bourbon cocktail that’s quickly taking the market by storm. We kick things off by learning how they met, the proposal story (yes, it’s a good one), and whatever Bumble is—because, apparently, your host needed a quick dating app tutorial. From there, we dive into their backgrounds in bartending, acting, and stand-up comedy, and how these experiences shaped their approach to building a beverage brand that feels fun, approachable, and community-driven. You’ll also find out: 🥃 What exactly a “sling” is (and why you’ll want to order one) 🍑 The flavors they’re currently producing 🏷️ The “why” behind the brand, their distribution through Best Brands, and what it’s like to launch a beverage business in Tennessee ✨ How their love for hospitality shows up in their business today If you love founder stories, bourbon, or simply enjoy a good entrepreneurial journey, this episode will leave you inspired—and maybe craving a PonyBoy Sling for your next drink. Where to find PonyBoy Slings: Distributed by Best Brands throughout Tennessee Available in bars, restaurants, and select retailers drinkponyboy.com