I’m Russell “Wishka” Davis — an internationally known mixologist, television producer, indigenous ally, spiritual explorer, and global business consultant. You might recognize me or my work from Bar Rescue as one of the Mixology Experts, or Netflix’s Drink Masters, where I was a producer behind the scenes. I was also named the 2012 Bartender of the Year for the Nightclub and Var Awards.

Today, I travel the world in service to culture, connection, and ancestral wisdom. I am the former Special Advisor and Ambassador to the Grand Council of Elders of the Eagle and Condor Prophecy, where I worked closely with indigenous leaders to protect/balance sacred lands, revive ancient knowledge, and lead expeditions to recover ancient sites. . As well, it is my mission to help reintroduce ancestral recipes and rituals into the modern world — especially through hospitality.

Alongside my philanthropic, hospitality, and beverage consulting, I also produce television currently developing a project that explores the intersections of culture, spirituality, and food & beverage traditions. My projects shine a light on hidden histories, ancient sites, and the people preserving them.

I’m an open-minded, adventurous soul who lives for deep conversations, sacred experiences, and cultural exchange. Originally from Texas, a huge proponent of natural medicine, and 420 friendly.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Most of my life is spent on business or cultural expeditions, but I prefer human connection over hotels. Couchsurfing lets me engage with the soul of each place, building meaningful relationships and cultural bridges.

Interests

• culture
• writing
• cooking
• cocktails
• drinking
• music
• backpacking
• scuba diving
• adventure travel
• beaches
• mountains
• food
• adventure
• spirituality
• television
• ocean
• mysticism
• mixology
• 420
• environmentalism
• natural medicine
• ancient wisdom
• ancient cultures
• rituals
• food and drinks
• spitituality
• indigenous cultures
• 420 friendly
• ancestral medicine
• ancestral knowledge
• ancestral wisdom

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I led the investigations, expeditions, and excavations with the Otomi Toltec to uncover an ancient archaeological site (part of a kingdom we recovered) in Mexico under the direction of the convener of the Council of Elders of the Eagle and Condor.

Teach, Learn, Share

TEACH, LEARN, SHARE
I can teach:
- Ancestral and Indigenous Mixology
- Bartending & Beverage Craft
- Forgotten Cocktail Histories
- Indigenous Hospitality Practices
- Sacred Rituals in Food & Drink
- Insights on Media & TV Production
- Spiritual philosophies from my travels with elders

I’m always eager to learn more about your traditions, ceremonies, rituals, and personal philosophies. Teach me something from your roots!

What I Can Share with Hosts

WHAT I CAN OFFER HOSTS
-Unforgettable stories from ancient ruins, indigenous territories, and sacred ceremonies.
-Professional insights into hospitality, the beverage industry, business strategy, and media production.
-A crafted cocktail or ancestral drink personalized just for you.
-Good energy, an open mind, and a wealth of wisdom from the road.

Countries I’ve Visited

Barbados, Belize, Brazil, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Curaçao, Czech Republic, Egypt, England, France, Germany, Guatemala, Honduras, Italy, Kenya, Macao, Mexico, Netherlands, Nicaragua, Panama, Peru, Puerto Rico, Spain, Trinidad and Tobago, Virgin Islands, U.S., Wales

Countries I’ve Lived In

Costa Rica, Mexico