Phil Irwin aka The Whiskey Rebel, is an author, philosopher, musician and competitive chess player. He has contributed to several magazines, and written three narrative books: "Jobjumper," "Hostile City or Bust," and "Escape from Cookieland." He also has written a guide to outlaw country music: "Rejected by Nashville." He graduated from Texas State University and resides in San Antonio Texas with his wife Marla.