The Sounding Board
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Scorecard #193
S11 E15 - Question Time
S11 E15 - Follow the Cash
Scorecard #192
S11 E14 - Question Time
S11 E14 - Get Yourself Match Fit
Scorecard #191
S11 E13 - Question Time
S11 E13 - Late to be Fired
Scorecard #190
S11 E12 - Question Time
S11 E12 - This is Power Play 101
Scorecard #189
S11 E11 - Question Time
S11 E11 - An 'On the Record' Environment
Scorecard #188
S11 E10 - Question Time
S11 E10 - The Quote Graphic Guy
Scorecard #187
Hutchy and Damo are given statements to agree or disagree with using a score out of 10. This week they discuss: The Melbourne players in casual wear on Sunday, the Victorian Government making public transport free for a week, Kylie Minogue as the AFL grand final entertainment, Hutchy's tweets about Bryce Cotton, and more. 🗣️ Hosted by: Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy Damian Barrett: twitter.com/barrettdamian Sam Watson: twitter.com/swatson_12 📲 Submit a statement for next week's Scorecard: Twitter: twitter.com/SoundingBoardEp Facebook: facebook.com/SoundingBoardEp Email: [email protected] The Sounding Board is proudly supported by DrinkWise - if you're choosing to drink, choose to drink wise.
S11 E9 - Question Time
Hutchy and Damo answer your questions. This week they talk about the way traditional media is regulated compared to digital media, the "taking out the trash" in the NRL over the weekend, Damo's Camaro, the Murdoch family documentary on Netflix, and more. 🗣️ Hosted by: Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy Damian Barrett: twitter.com/barrettdamian 📲 Submit a question for next week's Question Time: Twitter: twitter.com/SoundingBoardEp Facebook: facebook.com/SoundingBoardEp Email: [email protected] The Sounding Board is proudly supported by DrinkWise - if you're choosing to drink, choose to drink wise.
S11 E9 - I Got 'Click Tricked'!
As always, Hutchy and Damo had tonnes to discuss this week, including how the AFL and NRL will be impacted by the fuel crisis, Dana White's response to AI criticism, Kyle Sandilands' appearance outside of court, Jay Clark's exchange with Tom Morris, and more. In this episode: 1:37 - How Hutchy was 'Click Tricked' yesterday 6:12 - How the fuel crisis will impact the AFL and NRL 11:00 - Dana White's "shut the f*** up" press conference 13:40 - Kyle Sandilands' doorstop outside court 19:57 - The Herald Sun's two stories on Shane Warne's children 25:01 - "Manufacturing Yarns" 28:33 - Sky News' reporting on the ABC strike 29:55 - Andrew Bogut's words with Adelaide 36ers owner Grant Kelly 33:08 - The AFL sticking with a day-time Grand Final 37:45 - Jay Clark's run-in with Tom Morris at AFL House 43:14 - Craig's Carry-On - Why Hutchy's not happy with the Virgin Lounge 🗣️ Hosted by: Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy Damian Barrett: twitter.com/barrettdamian 📲 Follow and contact us: Twitter: twitter.com/SoundingBoardEp Facebook: facebook.com/SoundingBoardEp Email: [email protected] The Sounding Board is proudly supported by DrinkWise - if you're choosing to drink, choose to drink wise.
Scorecard #186
Hutchy and Damo are given statements to agree or disagree with using a score out of 10. This week they discuss: Tasmania playing home games exclusively in the state, next summer's cricket schedule, how One Nation will go in the Victorian state election, Twitter's legacy on journalism, and more. 🗣️ Hosted by: Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy Damian Barrett: twitter.com/barrettdamian Sam Watson: twitter.com/swatson_12 📲 Submit a statement for next week's Scorecard: Twitter: twitter.com/SoundingBoardEp Facebook: facebook.com/SoundingBoardEp Email: [email protected] The Sounding Board is proudly supported by DrinkWise - if you're choosing to drink, choose to drink wise.
S11 E8 - Question Time
Hutchy and Damo answer your questions. This week they talk about Channel 7 and Triple M's cross promotion, the different revenue that radio and podcasts generate, the editorial philosophy of AFL media, Dan Gorringe's ad in the AFL Record, and more. 🗣️ Hosted by: Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy Damian Barrett: twitter.com/barrettdamian 📲 Submit a question for next week's Question Time: Twitter: twitter.com/SoundingBoardEp Facebook: facebook.com/SoundingBoardEp Email: [email protected] The Sounding Board is proudly supported by DrinkWise - if you're choosing to drink, choose to drink wise.
S11 E8 - Zero F***s Given
Another juicy episode with Hutchy and Damo this week, inlcuding discussion on Karl Stefanovic's situation at Channel 9, the strike at the ABC, how "Mickey has become Clicky", Kyle Sandilands' legal battle, and more. In this episode: 2:49 - Karl Stefanovic's situation at Channel 9 12:14 - The ABC staff going on strike 15:33 - Mitch Cleary's photo op while boundary riding 18:03 - Jay Clark's PART & PR Payoff 20:23 - The newest inductee to the Hall of Frame 23:08 - News.com.au's story on Luke Darcy 27:55 - The latest from Kyle and Jackie-O 37:27 - On the advice we're getting regarding fuel prices 🗣️ Hosted by: Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy Damian Barrett: twitter.com/barrettdamian 📲 Follow and contact us: Twitter: twitter.com/SoundingBoardEp Facebook: facebook.com/SoundingBoardEp Email: [email protected] The Sounding Board is proudly supported by DrinkWise - if you're choosing to drink, choose to drink wise.
Scorecard #185
Hutchy and Damo are given statements to agree or disagree with using a score out of 10. This week they discuss: the bodycam footage of Dylan Moore and Connor Macdonald, Anthony Albanese's pitch invasion, the White House's social media tactics, the question posed to Justin Longmuir, and more. 🗣️ Hosted by: Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy Damian Barrett: twitter.com/barrettdamian Sam Watson: twitter.com/swatson_12 📲 Submit a statement for next week's Scorecard: Twitter: twitter.com/SoundingBoardEp Facebook: facebook.com/SoundingBoardEp Email: [email protected] The Sounding Board is proudly supported by DrinkWise - if you're choosing to drink, choose to drink wise.
S11 E7 - Question Time
Hutchy and Damo answer your questions. This week they talk about Andrew Dillon's interviews on radio last weekend, reporting on the tribunal, the A-League's next TV rights deal, Hutchy's night out with Peter Malinauskas, and more. 🗣️ Hosted by: Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy Damian Barrett: twitter.com/barrettdamian 📲 Submit a question for next week's Question Time: Twitter: twitter.com/SoundingBoardEp Facebook: facebook.com/SoundingBoardEp Email: [email protected] The Sounding Board is proudly supported by DrinkWise - if you're choosing to drink, choose to drink wise.
S11 E7 - If you Don't Know, Don't Write it
There was endless material for Hutchy and Damo to work through this week, with the two discussing the Herald Sun's "Mr Bigs of Melbourne", Melbourne's place as the world's best city, the new "PR Payoff" Champion, the Liberals' Comm Games social clip, and more. In this episode: 1:47 - The Herald Sun's "Mr Bigs of Melbourne" 7:08 - Anette Sharp's reporting on Mel McLaughlin 11:58 - Anthony Albanese joining in on the NRL's pitch invasion 15:40 - Melbourne being Time Out magazine’s best city in the world 20:53 - The Herald Sun's reporting on Luke Sayers 23:46 - The new "PR Payoff" Champion 29:12 - Damo's appearance in the Herald Sun's ad from 2001 34:11 - The Herald Sun's AFL Power List 40:43 - The Liberals' Comm Games video 43:37 - Craig's Carry-On 🗣️ Hosted by: Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy Damian Barrett: twitter.com/barrettdamian 📲 Follow and contact us: Twitter: twitter.com/SoundingBoardEp Facebook: facebook.com/SoundingBoardEp Email: [email protected] The Sounding Board is proudly supported by DrinkWise - if you're choosing to drink, choose to drink wise.
Scorecard #184
Hutchy and Damo are given statements to agree or disagree with using a score out of 10. This week they discuss: Copycat tactics in sport, how quick we believe rumours on social media, Charlotte Mortlock's comments on politicians and social media, Damo's pass mark for North Melbourne, and more. 🗣️ Hosted by: Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy Damian Barrett: twitter.com/barrettdamian Sam Watson: twitter.com/swatson_12 📲 Submit a statement for next week's Scorecard: Twitter: twitter.com/SoundingBoardEp Facebook: facebook.com/SoundingBoardEp Email: [email protected] The Sounding Board is proudly supported by DrinkWise - if you're choosing to drink, choose to drink wise.
S11 E6 - Question Time
Hutchy and Damo answer your questions. This week they talk about Opening Round, whether "more content the better" is right, the timing of the BBL season, replays after goals in venue, and more. 🗣️ Hosted by: Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy Damian Barrett: twitter.com/barrettdamian 📲 Submit a question for next week's Question Time: Twitter: twitter.com/SoundingBoardEp Facebook: facebook.com/SoundingBoardEp Email: [email protected] The Sounding Board is proudly supported by DrinkWise - if you're choosing to drink, choose to drink wise.
S11 E6 - The Content Inferno
A huge episode this week, with Hutchy and Damo discussing Daniel Gorringe's use of Sam Docherty's voice note on his podcast, Collingwood refuting the rumours around Craig McRae, Kyle and Jackie-O's fallout, Tony Tardio's exit from 3AW, and more. In this episode: 0:53 - Daniel Gorringe's attack on "old man media" 9:29 - Carlton's decision to pull Sam Docherty from a function 11:59 - Collingwood's decision to "rubbish" the Craig McRae rumours 19:09 - Hutchy's new segment: 'Click Tricks' 24:55 - The "Australian Angle" 27:22 - Kyle and Jackie-O's split 34:07 - Tony Tardio's outspoken exit from 3AW 39:53 - Why Damo thinks "more isn't always better" 🗣️ Hosted by: Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy Damian Barrett: twitter.com/barrettdamian 📲 Follow and contact us: Twitter: twitter.com/SoundingBoardEp Facebook: facebook.com/SoundingBoardEp Email: [email protected] The Sounding Board is proudly supported by DrinkWise - if you're choosing to drink, choose to drink wise.
The Barkly St Drug Dealer Story: Who Tipped Off Who?
A story on Channel 7 caught Hutchy and Damo's eye recently, and it had them pondering an interesting question.
Hall of Frame: The Master
Hutchy thinks he's uncovered the "master" Hall of Framer, who is it?
Scorecard #183
Hutchy and Damo are given statements to agree or disagree with using a score out of 10. This week they discuss: Peter V'landys recent jab at the AFL, the last disposal out of bounds rule, Makybe Diva, footy at the Olympics, and more. 🗣️ Hosted by: Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy Damian Barrett: twitter.com/barrettdamian Sam Watson: twitter.com/swatson_12 📲 Submit a statement for next week's Scorecard: Twitter: twitter.com/SoundingBoardEp Facebook: facebook.com/SoundingBoardEp Email: [email protected] The Sounding Board is proudly supported by DrinkWise - if you're choosing to drink, choose to drink wise.
S11 E5 - Question Time
Hutchy and Damo answer your questions. This week they talk about sending reporters to war zones overseas, Hutchy's chances of buying a BBL team, professional podcasters, Opening Round in Sydney, and more. 🗣️ Hosted by: Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy Damian Barrett: twitter.com/barrettdamian 📲 Submit a question for next week's Question Time: Twitter: twitter.com/SoundingBoardEp Facebook: facebook.com/SoundingBoardEp Email: [email protected] The Sounding Board is proudly supported by DrinkWise - if you're choosing to drink, choose to drink wise.
S11 E5 - Exhibit A of How Not to Do it
Another big episode this week, with Hutchy and Damo discussing the 'Master Hall of Framer', Anthony Albanese's comments on Grace Tame, the latest from Kyle and Jackie-O's on-air blow-up, Kirsty Coventry throwing her media team under the bus, and more. In this episode: 2:32 - The NRL's trip to Las Vegas 9:10 - The Master Hall of Framer 16:07 - Anthony Albanese's comments on Grace Tame 19:31 - The latest development in Karl Stefanovic's new podcast 24:11 - The future of Kyle and Jackie-O's program 28:13 - Kirsty Coventry's peculiar press conference 30:49 - Channel 7's story on the Barkly St drug dealer 34:52 - Jacinta Allan's Instagram followers 36:53 - The Triple M Footy promo shoot 🗣️ Hosted by: Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy Damian Barrett: twitter.com/barrettdamian 📲 Follow and contact us: Twitter: twitter.com/SoundingBoardEp Facebook: facebook.com/SoundingBoardEp Email: [email protected] The Sounding Board is proudly supported by DrinkWise - if you're choosing to drink, choose to drink wise.
Did this young Hawk accidentally throw his agent under the bus?
A young Hawthorn star featured on SEN last week, and Hutchy noticed something he said that his manager mightn't have been too happy about...
Spin City: Hutchy as Collingwood CEO Craig Kelly
The Magpies have been under fire for the letter they sent to elderly members about changing their will to include the club, how does Craig (Hutchison) Kelly spin his way out of this one?
Scorecard #182
Hutchy and Damo are given statements to agree or disagree with using a score out of 10. This week they discuss: the ABC's new footy show, Kyle and Jackie-O's on-air blow up, Luke Beveridge's new song, and more. 🗣️ Hosted by: Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy Damian Barrett: twitter.com/barrettdamian Sam Watson: twitter.com/swatson_12 📲 Submit a statement for next week's Scorecard: Twitter: twitter.com/SoundingBoardEp Facebook: facebook.com/SoundingBoardEp Email: [email protected] The Sounding Board is proudly supported by DrinkWise - if you're choosing to drink, choose to drink wise.
S11 E4 - Question Time
Hutchy and Damo answer your questions. This week they talk about Jacinta Allan's recent press conference, the IOC's strict rules about their media rights, the time Damo "blinked", multi-view angles in footy broadcasts, and more. 🗣️ Hosted by: Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy Damian Barrett: twitter.com/barrettdamian 📲 Submit a question for next week's Question Time: Twitter: twitter.com/SoundingBoardEp Facebook: facebook.com/SoundingBoardEp Email: [email protected] The Sounding Board is proudly supported by DrinkWise - if you're choosing to drink, choose to drink wise.
S11 E4 - Spin City Returns!
There was endless material for Hutchy and Damo to work through this week, including the promo shoots for Channel 7 and Fox Footy, Danika Mason's cross on the Today Show, Collingwood's letter to elderly members, the information a young Hawk let slip, and more. In this episode: 1:32 - Channel 7 and Fox Footy's commentary lineup photos 11:55 - The Herald Sun's article on Hutchy's lunch with Kane 13:42 - Danika Mason's cross on the Today Show 19:29 - Jeff Howard's departure as Southern Cross Media CEO 21:15 - Spin City: Collingwood's letter to members about adjusting their will 29:38 - The Herald Sun's latest 'Future Victoria' wrap around 35:31 - The headlines to come from Ex-Prince Andrew's arrest 37:02 - The latest potential issues with private ownership in the BBL 42:52 - The ABC's PR-payoff with Pat Cummins 46:16 - The information a young Hawk let slip 🗣️ Hosted by: Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy Damian Barrett: twitter.com/barrettdamian 📲 Follow and contact us: Twitter: twitter.com/SoundingBoardEp Facebook: facebook.com/SoundingBoardEp Email: [email protected] The Sounding Board is proudly supported by DrinkWise - if you're choosing to drink, choose to drink wise.
Scorecard #181
Hutchy and Damo are given statements to agree or disagree with using a score out of 10. This week they discuss: The ABC's coverage of the VFL, a second LIV Golf tournament in Australia, ACMA's latest regulations on AI use in radio, Married at First Sight, and more. 🗣️ Hosted by: Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy Damian Barrett: twitter.com/barrettdamian Sam Watson: twitter.com/swatson_12 📲 Submit a statement for next week's Scorecard: Twitter: twitter.com/SoundingBoardEp Facebook: facebook.com/SoundingBoardEp Email: [email protected] The Sounding Board is proudly supported by DrinkWise - if you're choosing to drink, choose to drink wise.
S11 E3 - Question Time
Hutchy and Damo answer your questions. This week they talk about State of Origin's broadcast numbers, the infamous MCG drink stealer, Neil Crompton's removal from the Supercars commentary box, the timing of the NFL's match in Melbourne, and more. 🗣️ Hosted by: Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy Damian Barrett: twitter.com/barrettdamian 📲 Submit a question for next week's Question Time: Twitter: twitter.com/SoundingBoardEp Facebook: facebook.com/SoundingBoardEp Email: [email protected] The Sounding Board is proudly supported by DrinkWise - if you're choosing to drink, choose to drink wise.
S11 E3 - A Blurred World of Content
Hutchy and Damo had a lot to discuss after a busy weekend of sport, including State of Origin's return, Australia's anti-siphoning laws, the complexities behind Karl Stefanovic's new podcast, Melbourne's pre-season promo video, and more. In this episode: 00:46 - The future of State of Origin after Saturday night's success 9:43 - Patrick Delaney's comments on the Australian government's anti-siphoning law 13:52 - Damo's new interest in tequila 17:54 - Karl Stefanovic's new podcast 24:20 - Tony Jones' response to Hutchy in the Herald Sun 25:42 - Keli Holiday's cancelled appearance at Randwick 27:14 - Melbourne's pre-season ad 29:21 - Tony Sheahan's return to writing at the Herald Sun 32:54 - LIV Golf in Adelaide 34:29 - Damo's new favourite movie 🗣️ Hosted by: Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy Damian Barrett: twitter.com/barrettdamian 📲 Follow and contact us: Twitter: twitter.com/SoundingBoardEp Facebook: facebook.com/SoundingBoardEp Email: [email protected] The Sounding Board is proudly supported by DrinkWise - if you're choosing to drink, choose to drink wise.
Scorecard #180
Hutchy and Damo are given statements to agree or disagree with using a score out of 10. This week they discuss: Jeff Bezos' motivations with the Washington Post, the length of player contracts in the AFL, the timing of State of Origin, and more. 🗣️ Hosted by: Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy Damian Barrett: twitter.com/barrettdamian Sam Watson: twitter.com/swatson_12 📲 Submit a statement for next week's Scorecard: Twitter: twitter.com/SoundingBoardEp Facebook: facebook.com/SoundingBoardEp Email: [email protected] The Sounding Board is proudly supported by DrinkWise - if you're choosing to drink, choose to drink wise.
S11 E2 - Question Time
Hutchy and Damo answer your questions. This week they talk about the way State of Origin has been promoted, AFL clubs "wining & dining" media personalities, Jess Wilson's first few months as Victorian Liberal leader, and more. 🗣️ Hosted by: Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy Damian Barrett: twitter.com/barrettdamian 📲 Submit a question for next week's Question Time: Twitter: twitter.com/SoundingBoardEp Facebook: facebook.com/SoundingBoardEp Email: [email protected] The Sounding Board is proudly supported by DrinkWise - if you're choosing to drink, choose to drink wise.
S11 E2 - Blame the Subs
With Hutchy back from his overseas travels, he and Damo had plenty to chat about this week, including the change of language from the Herald Sun, the Super Bowl halftime show, "rules for some" in racing, the Washington Post's job cuts, and more. In this episode: 0:38 - Hutchy's struggles with his voice 4:29 - The Herald Sun's change of language on Hutchy 13:06 - Bad Bunny's Super Bowl performance 20:58 - The way NFL Australia announced the second team coming to Melbourne 22:53 - How cricket broadcasters dealth with two-day Tests in the Ashes 25:54 - James McDonald's whip-ban reduction 29:59 - The latest job cuts at the Washington Post 33:31 - Mitch Cleary's promo shoot for Channel 7 35:12 - Channel 7's paid partnership with the State Government for the Metro Tunnel 38:26 - Craig's Carry-On 🗣️ Hosted by: Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy Damian Barrett: twitter.com/barrettdamian 📲 Follow and contact us: Twitter: twitter.com/SoundingBoardEp Facebook: facebook.com/SoundingBoardEp Email: [email protected] The Sounding Board is proudly supported by DrinkWise - if you're choosing to drink, choose to drink wise.
Scorecard #179
Hutchy and Damo are given statements to agree or disagree with using a score out of 10. This week they discuss: Coco Gauff's comments about player privacy, fans filming AFL training sessions, journalists praising coaches at press conferences, Channel 7's paid partnership with the Victorian Government, and more. 🗣️ Hosted by: Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy Damian Barrett: twitter.com/barrettdamian Sam Watson: twitter.com/swatson_12 📲 Submit a statement for next week's Scorecard: Twitter: twitter.com/SoundingBoardEp Facebook: facebook.com/SoundingBoardEp Email: [email protected] The Sounding Board is proudly supported by DrinkWise - if you're choosing to drink, choose to drink wise.
S11 E1 - Question Time
Hutchy and Damo answer your questions. This week they talk about England covering up Harry Brook's misdemeanour in New Zealand, the price of Kayo, Andrew Dillon's trip to India, State of Origin, and more. 🗣️ Hosted by: Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy Damian Barrett: twitter.com/barrettdamian 📲 Submit a question for next week's Question Time: Twitter: twitter.com/SoundingBoardEp Facebook: facebook.com/SoundingBoardEp Email: [email protected] The Sounding Board is proudly supported by DrinkWise - if you're choosing to drink, choose to drink wise.
S11 E1 - Guess who 'Breaks his Silence'?
There was an abundance of ground for Hutchy and Damo to cover in their first episode of 2026, including the Herald Sun's report on Hutchy and 3AW, what they've also reported about relationships at the Brisbane Lions, Cricket Australia's "glass jaw" moment, the continued rise of the Australian Open, and more. In this episode: 0:21 - Welcome to Series 11! 3:17 - What Hutchy's been up to ahead of the Super Bowl in San Francisco 14:15 - The Herald Sun's report on Hutchy and 3AW 21:54 - The Herald Sun's reporting on relationships in the AFL 33:00 - The Australian Open's continued improvement 37:30 - Andrew Bogut's tweet regarding the Adelaide 36ers 41:10 - The early frontrunner for "Glass Jaw" of the year 44:48 - Coco Gauff's complaint about the lack of privacy at the Australian Open 47:24 - The potential privatisation of the BBL 🗣️ Hosted by: Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy Damian Barrett: twitter.com/barrettdamian 📲 Follow and contact us: Twitter: twitter.com/SoundingBoardEp Facebook: facebook.com/SoundingBoardEp Email: [email protected] The Sounding Board is proudly supported by DrinkWise - if you're choosing to drink, choose to drink wise.
S10 E43 - The World Famous 'Soundies'
There was heaps for Hutchy and Damo to get through in their last episode of the year, including the Herald Sun's report on Hutchy's salary, the Anika Wells exclusive pulled by News Corp, the Ashes, and of course, 'The Soundies'. In this episode: 0:33 - Damo's holiday 1:24 - The story about Hutchy's salary in the Herald Sun 9:55 - The Anika Wells exclusive pulled by News Corp 15:54 - Australia's social media ban for Under 16s 19:25 - The Australian's story on DAZN and their Foxtel/AFL deal 22:09 - The Ashes and the optics of the English side 27:05 - Richmond's 'Taking Out The Trash' 28:10 - Netflix and Paramount jostling for Warner Bros 29:07 - The state political story Damo saw in the Herald Sun 30:47 - The 2025 'Soundies' 🗣️ Hosted by: Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy Damian Barrett: twitter.com/barrettdamian 📲 Follow and contact us: Twitter: twitter.com/SoundingBoardEp Facebook: facebook.com/SoundingBoardEp Email: [email protected] The Sounding Board is proudly supported by DrinkWise - if you're choosing to drink, choose to drink wise.