We continue our Kenosha Conversations series with owners of two of the greatest dive bars in Kenosha – Craig of The Port of Kenosha Beverage House and Hill of Hill’s Hot Rod Hideout. In this episode, these two icons talk about the struggles and benefits of being a bar owner in Kenosha, all while sharing numerous drinks with your hosts. This episode does contain adult language.

Mark your calendars for these two important summer events:

Saturday, June 21st – Hill's Hot Rod Hideout 10th Anniversary Party

Sunday, July 13th – The 5th Annual Port Hot Wheels Grand Prix tournament

This episode was recorded on March 24, 2025 at the Better Call Parise Recording Studio in Downtown Kenosha – call on the Law Offices of Frank J. Parise when your bad day gets even worse!

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Your hosts are Donny Stancato and Jason Hedman

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