"The Mic Drop" with Josh Clark | Episode 2

About this episode

Josh Clark discusses his journey from live entertainment to TimberSports and shares insights on the sport's growth and audience engagement.

This week on Double Bitter, Ryan and Kim sit down with Josh Clark from Stihl Timbersports Canada. Josh has helped shape competitions across North America — but today, he steps into the spotlight to talk shop. From his roots in Ontario bush parties to a career producing concerts and festivals with artists like Ringo Starr, Colin Hay, and the Beach Boys, Josh brings a wealth of stories from the live entertainment world. He shares how those experiences prepared him for the fast-paced, high-energy environment of TimberSports — and why he thinks the sport is primed for growth. The conversation covers everything from nosing whiskey and smoked old fashioneds to the thunder of hot saws, the thrill of world championships, and how athlete trading cards might just turn casual spectators into lifelong fans. Along the way, Josh reflects on the artistry (and danger) of custom-built chainsaws, the challenges of growing a niche sport, and the importance of creating moments that stick with audiences. Pour yourself a glass, pull up a chair, and enjoy a behind-the-scenes look at how Stihl TimberSports is building its future! The recipe you've been waiting for: THE MIC DROP: 2 oz Forty Creek Whiskey…

People in this episode

Hosts: Ryan, Kim

Guest: Josh Clark

Topics covered

• TimberSports
• live entertainment
• whiskey
• sports growth
• custom-built chainsaws
• audience engagement

Keywords

• TimberSports
• Josh Clark
• live entertainment
• whiskey
• chainsaws
• sports growth
• audience engagement

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Stihl Timbersports Canada

Products: Forty Creek Whiskey, Orange Angostura Bitters, simple syrup, maraschino cherry, cherry wood chips

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