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What happens when a group of common guys sits around a speakeasy bar discussing everyday topics while drinking bourbon? That's how it all started at Cross The Line 1524.
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About Us
"The Rusted Nail Speakeasy"
The podcasts are recorded with a live audience at the "Rusted Nail Speakeasy." You'll hear the unruly crowd in the background at times, which is part of the ambiance! The bar top is an actual top from a prohibition era bar. Good food and cocktails are always a prerequisite to recording!
Ruben Hunt
"I'll Do Anything for Metamora!"
Ruben brings his 56 of years of life experience from the 24 side of the Cross the Line team. He has spent nearly all of his life living in Southeastern Indiana where he enjoys his family and friends. Hobbies range from trap shooting to raising honey bees with major focus on traveling with his wife of 33 years. Ruben brings decades of leadership experience in global manufacturing, primarily printing. Ruben is currently Manager of Gillman Home Center in Batesville, IN . He credits his life and career successes on his ability to bring out the best in people and employees. He is a firm believer in the “Do you know your why?” life style. He has a raw, direct approach to subjects and issues. His high level of energy and humorous behavior are most important to him in reaching out to friends and family. Ruben is a bit of a conspiracy theory guy and enjoys a good debate. He and Jeff are lifelong friends, and he has developed a great friendship with Alan and Duane.
Duane Bischoff
"It's All A Conspiracy!"
Duane, being the youngest at 55, brings his youthful outlook to the group. For all but 1 year of his life within 20 miles of where he grew up and now lives on what was his Grandmas farm. He has been married to his high school sweetheart for 34 years, has 2 kids, a son in law and 2 awesome grandsons. As a classmate of Alan’s, they had many good times in Stage Band and 4-H. He attended Lincoln Tech in Indianapolis and became a Toyota Master Tech early in his career. After a few years he knew what he had to do and started his own business, Hoosier Foreign Auto Service. The opening day of the business is special in many ways as its also the day his daughter was born. That was 29 years ago. Recently he added to his business by opening Hoosier Auto Sales and More, selling quality used cars and UTV’s. It is the largest Hisun dealer in the Tri-state and recently became the #2 dealer in the US. In his spare time he loves to hunt and work with his bees. Duane says the podcast has been a great way to de-stress after a busy week. Getting together with good friends, a few drinks and just talking about life.
Jeff Montag
“THE WORD”
Jeff grew up running the creeks, fields, and woodlands on and around his parents’ small farm on the northern edge of Franklin County, Indiana. Although just a stone’s throw from Alan’s and Duane’s stomping ground, on the “other side” of the line, Jeff was acquainted with neither until just a few years ago. Jeff first met Alan, then Duane, but at separate events of different interest. None were aware of the mutual friendships until a few months later at one of Alan’s “community” events. Jeff has known Ruben since the second grade. The two growing up together on and off the sports fields became especially close friends in, and after, high school. Jeff graduated from Brookville High School; then, Cincinnati Technical College. For a few years after college, he lived in Cincinnati while starting what has become a 35 year career in manufacturing and facility maintenance. It was while living the city life that Jeff was God blessed to meet and marry the best thing that has ever happened to him. With Ruben having stood as the “best man” in their wedding, Jeff has now been married to the love of his life for 30 years. In 1998, after living in Northern Kentucky for several years, the couple moved themselves and their two young children back to Jeff’s home-ground, in Franklin County. The couple are the proprietors of Hoosier Creek Farm; where they tend numerous colonies of honeybees for the production of bees, honey, and other hive products. Now, at 56, Jeff finds himself the eldest of the Cross The Line 15/24 podcast team. And, while not the most talented or interesting; is undoubtedly the more stable and sensible of the group.
Alan Stenger
"Just The Facts, Please!"
Alan offers his 55 years’ worth of knowledge to Cross the Line’s Podcast. Growing up on the “15” side of the line, he and Duane were high school classmates and also participated in 4-H together growing up. He has had an adventurous 54 years, living in the Florida Keys for 5 of those before returning to his roots in Indiana. He and his wife are now the proprietors of the “Rusted Nail Speakeasy”, the secret location of the "Cross The Line 1524" Podcast. He has worked in the construction industry for over 35 years. In his spare time, Alan also plays music and owns Stenger’s Sugar Shack which produces Maple Syrup and Gourmet Beef Jerky. Being a sci-fi buff and big into other, unexplained theories will surely lead to some great podcast adventures. Alan also has the unfortunate responsibility of recording and editing the podcasts which at times can be a trying task!! His one semester of Radio and TV Production is finally paying off! His newest endeavor includes becoming a Certified Bourbon Steward through the Stave and Thief Society. You can never get enough education about Bourbon!
Magic Mike!
Mike Gardner has become a staple of the podcast as well lately. He and his wife Terri are proprietors of several liquor stores. That fact alone makes them a welcomed guest at the speakeasy!
Scotty Bourbon!
Scott Spurlin is also a semi regular on the podcast. Our shared love for bourbon and a good time has resulted in a lasting friendship. He and his wife Bev own a shoppe in Metamora, IN as well as an AirBnB.
Table 12
Doty
Margie
Margie
Duane's wife Doty came up with the Rusted Nail Speakeasy Password
Margie
Margie
Margie
Margie has the task of keeping Ruben in line!
Robin
Margie
Robin
Jeff's wife Robin, she wants to know
"Who Let the Dogs Out"???
Mary
Terri
Robin
Alan's wife Mary wonders "what did I get myself into?!
Terri
Terri
Terri
Magic Mike's wife has the tough job of keeping him in line and running a liquor store or two!
Bev
Terri
Terri
Keeping Scotty Bourbon in line can be quite the task!
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