{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/6849a033bb8239057469d7ea?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Lauren & Hardy","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/cover/1749655037511-72b833ab-2ef2-4c0c-871e-ad2a4e1e460e.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>She wanted mixology trends. She got a spirit with a cognac obsession.</p><p><br></p><p>Welcome to <em>Lauren &amp; Hardy</em>, a fictional comedy podcast that follows Lauren Duplessis, a struggling mixologist and Brooklyn-based podcaster, who accidentally teams up with a very enthusiastic (and possibly undead) 19th-century British gentleman: Anthony Hardy, founder of the historic Maison Hardy Cognac.</p><p><br></p><p>Together, they dive into the wild, weird, and surprisingly dramatic world of cognac history, French terroir, family legacies, and legendary spirits—all told through witty banter and a soundscape so rich you can practically smell the oak barrels.</p><p><br></p><p>From medieval nightmares and phylloxera plagues to secret cellars and Suffragette cocktails, <em>Lauren &amp; Hardy</em> blends humor, history, heritage, and high-proof storytelling in a bold and flavorful audio experience.</p><p><br></p><p>Expect:</p><ul><li>Time-traveling humor, rich historical lore and vice versa!</li><li>Behind-the-bar stories from Cognac’s vineyards, cellars, and secret histories</li><li>Cocktail recipes, tasting notes, and culture shocks</li><li>A one-of-a-kind host who learns about rap, despises aphids, and eventually brings a live rooster into the studio</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Whether you’re a cognac lover, a history enthusiast, or just here for the laughs, <em>Lauren &amp; Hardy</em> invites you to listen and enjoy your way through a spirited odyssey unlike any other. New episodes weekly. Honestly, history never tasted this good.</p><p><br></p><p>If you enjoyed the show, please spread the word! Take a minute to subscribe, review and add 5 stars on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.&nbsp;</p><p>For more Hardy history or behind-the-scenes madness: Find us on Instagram&nbsp;(<a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/cognac.hardy/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">@cognac.hardy</a>) &amp; YouTube (<a href=\"https://www.youtube.com/@hardycognac\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">@hardycognac</a>)</p>","author_name":"Hardy Cognac"}