Hi! My name is Cory and I like to write silly songs and tell silly stories on stage. This is where I like to share those silly things.
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This is the Legends Behind the Craft Podcast where we feature top leaders in the wine and craft beverage industry.
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For those challenging the status quo in love, sex, and relationships. Effy Blue and Jacqueline Misla explore themes on these subjects through personal stories, interviews, and community discussions (and laugh a lot).
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This version doesn't JUST seem as un-cool as the original... it also sounds creepier, for some reason.By Cory McDonald
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I am very fortunate to have grown up with the great coaches and organizations that I did, because not everyone had it so good.By Cory McDonald
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One of my favorite times of the year! Someone get engaged already so we have an excuse to party!By Cory McDonald
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Some songs seem as if they are written SPECIFICALLY for you, you know?!By Cory McDonald
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A tale about a curious pooch with a wonderful sniffer.By Cory McDonald
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Baby baby!By Cory McDonald
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My very first cover I ever did was Fiest, who my brother went to high-school with. Just ask him, he's happy to tell you all about it.By Cory McDonald
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One of the most misunderstood characters of my childhood. Also a teddy bear that our Grandma thought would be funny to give to my sister.By Cory McDonald
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Some folks may not like it, but I have to come clean...By Cory McDonald
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It's that time of year again!By Cory McDonald
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Sometimes, you just can't help how you feel.By Cory McDonald
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Welcoming baby Charlette into the Faaamily, even though Kyle has always had a negative reaction to the most basic of baby's bodily functions.By Cory McDonald
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My morning battle with my inner demons. I would like to say I've grown as an artist and person since I first wrote this... I probably haven't.By Cory McDonald
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Super sappy song about a super duper ladyBy Cory McDonald
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Some of my faves... I think they're neat!By Cory McDonald
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Canned Wine Revolution: Winemaking Reinvented With Cory Assink and Zeke Blattler of Los Cuernos Wine
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Meet Cory Assink and Zeke Blattler, the visionary co-founders of Los Cuernos Wine. With a passion for wine and extensive experience in the industry, they're revolutionizing the market with premium canned wines. Their brand emphasizes quality, convenience, and accessibility, making great wine approachable for enthusiasts everywhere. Here’s a glimpse…
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Social Media Success for Wineries With Duncan Alney of Firebelly Marketing
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Meet Duncan Alney, the visionary Founder and CEO of Firebelly Marketing, leading the charge in social media innovation. With a passion for problem-solving and client satisfaction, Duncan sets the vision and values for the company. He believes in the power of social media as the frontline of communication, where content, conversation, community, and…
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Crafting Cocktails and Building Brands: Mixology Insights With Chris Tunstall of A Bar Above
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Meet Chris Tunstall, Co-Founder and Chief of Brand and Product Development at A Bar Above. With a decade of hospitality experience and a passion for mixology, Chris is dedicated to sharing advanced cocktail techniques. As host of the A Bar Above Podcast, they lead bar education content creation and product development, ensuring A Bar Above sets the…
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A song about how close I am to those closest to me.By Cory McDonald
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I'm a dad! Here's a song about it.By Cory McDonald
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My Ol' Man turned 80-years ancient this December, so this is my nod to him and our faaamily. Happy Birfff-day Pops!By Cory McDonald
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A ging-trified cover of a song I used to rep HARD back in the day, not realizing it was mostly about God. Not like there's anything WRONG with that...By Cory McDonald
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A classic Scottish jig about a legendary BallBy Cory McDonald
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From Homebrewing to Award-Winning Tonic With Mary Pellettieri of Top Note Tonic
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Mary Pellettieri, Co-Founder and creative mind behind Top Note Tonic began her beverage industry journey as a homebrewer with a focus on craft beer. After gaining technical expertise at the Siebel Institute and making waves at Goose Island, she transitioned from larger breweries to launch her own venture. Top Note Tonic, born from her entrepreneuri…
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Producing Premium Sangria Made in Spain and White Labeling With Eamon McDonald of Pasmosa Sangria
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Meet Eamon McDonald, a seasoned entrepreneur who excelled in circuit boards and off-road race cars. Inspired by a Belgian customer, he ventured into the sangria business, importing and selling thousands of cases. Facing a change in partnerships, McDonald collaborated with a legacy winery in Spain to create Pasmosa Sangria. Now, as Pasmosa Sangria's…
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Introducing the World of Cannabis Beverages With Paul Weaver of TeaPot
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Meet Paul Weaver, The Head of Cannabis at the Boston Beer Company. With over a decade in the beverage industry, he started in Toronto's beer business before joining Canopy Growth Corporation in 2017. There, he led innovation, playing a crucial role in launching recreational cannabis in Canada. Paul's expertise in cannabis beverages brought him to t…
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How to Succeed in Wine Operations With Reed Woogerd of Valdemar Estates
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Reed Woogerd, the Director of Operations at Valdemar Estates, is a seasoned leader with a history of success in Ohio's hospitality scene. After venturing into markets like the Bay Area and Austin, Reed now oversees multi-site operations for Valdemar Estates in Walla Walla, WA. His journey began during a working holiday visa in Hawkes Bay, New Zeala…
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Some super Partridge Family s##t, but a song about the most important thing in the McDonald family.By Cory McDonald
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Consensual Non-consent, Negotiation, and the Classics with Tina Horn
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Support the Show. Connect with us on IG and more: Curious Fox @wearecuriousfoxes Effy Blue @coacheffyblue Jacqueline Misla @jacquelinemisla Email us or send a voice memo: listening@wearecuriousfoxes.com Join the conversation: fb.com/WeAreCuriousFoxesBy Effy Blue, Tina Horn
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The First Bourbon Crafted by an All-Female Team With Rachel Svoboda of Lynxx Spirits
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Meet Rachel Svoboda, the trailblazing founder of Lynxx Spirits, known for pioneering the first-ever bourbon crafted by an all-female team. With a background in running a successful marketing company, Rachel's journey into the liquor business began during a bike ride with her father, sparking the idea to create a bourbon tailored for women. Her visi…
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#polyproblems with Effy Blue and Jacqueline Misla
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What are some of the most common pitfalls when couples are opening up? Which conversations are essential when discussion non monoamy? What are some of the common myths when it comes to open relationships? And what about jealousy? Open relationships have a unique set of challenges and it’s often hard to know how to resolve them as open relationships…
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The Social Media App for Wine Enthusiasts With Jeff Gillis of Winelikes
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Meet Jeff Gillis, the Founder and CEO of Winelikes. With an MBA in entrepreneurship and a background in hospitality, Jeff brings a unique blend of expertise to the wine community. Winelikes is his brainchild, a social media app designed to engage wine novices in a friendly, community-driven space. Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn: Discover the…
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Is "cringe-illy" a word??By Cory McDonald
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Some more ging-trified music! (*I lied, tickets for December 13th show not available yet*)By Cory McDonald
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A set from back in August demonstrating my questionable musical skills.By Cory McDonald
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Proud Mama's-boy and grateful for being brought up how I was.By Cory McDonald
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Cory explores the wonderous and exiting opportunities of mental illness and why he's doing this. (He will also stop talking in the 3rd person starting...... NOW!)By Cory McDonald
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This is the stand-up set at Laugh Shop's Comedy Garage Amateur Competition on October 11th. Thanks to everyone who came out and hopefully you had a lot of fun. The audio sucks (sorry!), so you can also listen to the digital copy afterwards.By Cory McDonald
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Edna Valley Winery and SIP-Certified Custom Crush Facility With Nathan Carlson of Center of Effort Wines
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Nathan Carlson, Winemaker and General Manager at Center of Effort Wines blends a family farming background with a passion for winemaking. From Sta. Rita Hills to Napa Valley, his career reflects a commitment to sustainability. Joining COE in 2010, Nathan oversees production, emphasizing site-specific techniques and cohesive teamwork. His influence …
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Queer Eye for Pleasure, Women and those who Love Them with Allison Moon
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In a world where discussions about sexuality often default to a heteronormative framework, what insights can we gain when we shift our focus to a queer perspective? How does queer sex challenge and expand our understanding of pleasure, consent, and sexual expression? What can individuals of all genders and orientations learn from queer sexuality? I…
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Winegrowing, Selling, and Legacy in Calistoga With Chris Kenefick of Kenefick Ranch Vineyard and Winery
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Meet Chris Kenefick, the CEO and Second Generation Proprietor of Kenefick Ranch Vineyard & Winery. The Kenefick family has owned the property in Calistoga since 1980. Chris's journey led him from a Napa upbringing to a career in hospitality in Denver. In 2016, he returned to Napa to follow his passion for wine. Over the next five years, Chris delve…
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How to Support Queer, Trans, and Non-binary Young People with Cory Silverberg
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How can parents and caregivers create a safe and open environment where young individuals navigating their own identities feel comfortable exploring and expressing their evolving identities? What are the most common misconceptions or misunderstandings that parents and caregivers have about supporting queer, trans, and non-binary young people? How c…
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Wine Labeling: EU Regulations and QR Code Innovation With Howard Marx of Vinvinea
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Howard Marx is the Founder and CEO of Vinvinea, a global B2B enterprise at the forefront of reshaping the wine industry. His visionary leadership has catalyzed a transformation by providing wineries, distributors, and retailers with cutting-edge digital solutions that enhance profitability and redefine product positioning and sales strategies. As F…
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Mixed Desires: Navigating Misaligned Wants with Our Partners with Dr Joli Hamilton (Interview)
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In the intricate dance of relationships, what happens when our desires diverge from those of our partners? What common patterns emerge when partners want differently? And how can we skillfully bridge these gaps without losing ourselves in the process? In this episode, Effy invites Dr. Joli Hamilton back on the show for a candid conversation about t…
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Wine, Technology, and Personalization With Philip James of Firstleaf
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Philip James is the Founder and CEO of Firstleaf, one of the largest wineries in the US, directly serving hundreds of thousands of consumers with wines from around the world. With over $500 million in online sales to his name, he's an entrepreneur known for combining technology, consumer insights, and the expertise of world-class winemakers. He has…
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Haunted House of Relationship Horrors Listeners Edition
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What relationship fears lurk in the shadows of our minds, sending chills down our spines? Can the art of storytelling serve as both an outlet for our deepest relationship anxieties and a means of processing them? Might the eerie embrace of Halloween be the unlikely balm to soothe these fears? In this special Halloween episode, Effy and Jacqueline d…
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Creating Unique Wine Experiences Through Travel With Gail Sherman of Wine Lovers Travel
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Meet Gail Sherman, the passionate Founder and CEO of Wine Lovers Travel. With a deep love for wine and travel, Gail has built a reputation for curating distinctive global excursions. Based in California's wine heartland, she nurtures personal ties with winemakers, offering unparalleled access to the industry. As a Wine Specialist recognized by WSET…
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Trauma, Sense of Safety and the Somatic Connection with Rida Kirasi (Interview)
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How deeply does our perception of safety influence our behavior in relationships? What internal shifts transpire within our nervous system when we oscillate between feelings of security and threat? And, how can we nurture an environment that fosters safety and wellbeing? In the third installment of our four-part series on trauma, we revisit a poign…
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French Elegance Meets Paso Robles Passion With Arnaud Fabre of Benom Wines
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Arnaud Fabre, Founder and General Manager at Benom, was born into a family of winegrowers in Bordeaux, France. Although immersed in winemaking, his passion lay in the business and sales side of the wine industry. Arnaud studied at INSEEC University of Bordeaux before venturing to the United States with his brother, Guillaume Fabre, to explore wine …
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Psychedelics, Sexual Trauma and Pleasure as a Healing Modality with Dee Dee Goldpaugh (Interview)
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How might we challenge and expand upon the established medical definitions of trauma? Can our understanding of healing evolve to encompass not just the alleviation of symptoms but also the reclamation of joy and pleasure? What are the recent shifts in utilizing psychedelics as tools for trauma treatment? In this episode, Effy sits down with Dee Dee…
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