Joy sits down with Paul Sundy, the mastermind behind the homegrown Ozarks favorite, Big Whiskey's! What started back in 2007 as a DIY labor of love in downtown Springfield has officially exploded into a booming franchise with over 20 locations and counting. From his early days rolling pretzels at Auntie Anne's to the heartwarming (and slightly humorous) story of how a regular ordering a "big" Crown and Coke inspired the restaurant's iconic name, Paul shares the wild ride of building a scratch-kitchen favorite. 🥃🍔✨

Tune in to hear how Big Whiskey's evolved from a casual bar and grill into a full-blown restaurant family, plus find out about Paul's hair-raising, viral brush with a surprise tornado while golfing at Payne's Valley! Whether you're craving their signature steaks, an awesome burger, or just a welcoming spot to grab a drink and catch up with friends, this episode is a fun-filled celebration of a true local success story. 😋🍽️🙌

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