Best Stuff I Didn T Know Podcasts (2024)

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Italian Wine Adventure #13: Arneis! (A hidden white wine gem from Piedmont, for Chardonnay lovers?) 36:42

18m ago36:42

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Known as “little rascal” in the local Piemontese dialect, this unique Italian white wine is elegant, rich, and flavorful. We usually prefer our white wines to be crisp and acidic, but we really enjoyed this rounder wine, and we think that Chardonnay lovers may find this to be a good option. In this episode we explore just exactly what Arneis is, an…

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Episode 14 -•Exploring the Healing Power of Animal Reiki with Kelly McCully 1:22:52

4d ago1:22:52

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SEND JEN A TEXT Calling all animal lovers!!! In this episode Jen interviews Kelly McCully, a certified animal Reiki practitioner. They discuss the benefits of animal Reiki, the differences between human and animal Reiki, and the importance of consent in working with animals. Kelly shares her experiences working with animals and how Reiki can promot…

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Bordeaux Bargains #2! (Plus: how to figure out what grapes are in a Bordeaux wine) 38:26

7d ago38:26

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Confused by how to tell what is in a Bordeaux wine? We feel you! It’s confusing because there are a wide variety of grapes and blends to be found in Bordeaux wines and they don’t usually tell you on the label, but we have some secrets to share about how you can start to figure it out. Also, we think that, whether you are a Cabernet Sauvignon lover …

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Episode 13 -Divorce in Midlife: You Have the Power to Thrive with guest Denise Brathwaite 1:15:07

1d ago1:15:07

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SEND JEN A TEXT Denise shares her personal story of going through a divorce in her 40's after 23 years of marriage. She shares her insights and advice for women going through divorce and starting over in midlife. She emphasizes the importance of taking care of oneself, setting goals, and celebrating small wins. Denise encourages women to create a c…

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August Life Update W/Celeste, Childhood Memories, Why I Didn’t Go To College, etc. 20:54

11h ago20:54

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Today in this podcast, me and Celeste are going to talk about my childhood memories, why I didn’t go to college, life updates, and other stuff. Listen to the previous seasons and episodes to keep up with the latest updates on my life.

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Portuguese Wine Primer #1: Vinho Verde! 39:25

7d ago39:25

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With just a few weeks of summer left, we have the perfect wine to ensure that you do not squander those last few precious days. Afterall, there are some wines that just scream summer, and Vinho Verde is at the top of the list. Hailing from Portugal, Vinho Verde is a light, crisp, easy drinking, crowd pleasing little spritzer. Yes, spritzer because …

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Episode 12 - Meditation for the Modern Mind: Insights From Natalie Brown 1:15:21

9h ago1:15:21

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SEND JEN A TEXT In this episode, Natalie Brown shares with Jen her journey, how she was raised as an atheist but became an evangelical Christian, what led her to her spiritual journey, her mental health crisis and how meditation helped her out of it. We also explore the power of mantras, the importance of setting intentions, breathwork techniques, …

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Special Episode! Meet the (Wine) Makers #10: Kira Ballotta, Winemaker and Owner of Olivia Brion + Cantadora Wines! 49:38

7d ago49:38

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Kira Ballotta not only makes highly rated and sought after wines (her wines have rated at 92+ with Wine Enthusiast), she is a storyteller who focuses on trailblazing women - and we have to admit, she is quite a trailblazer herself. She is a self-made winemaker and entrepreneur who focuses on sustainable wines, and you can hear her fascinating story…

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Episode 11 -The Path of Spiritual Awakening with Heather Danielle 1:11:12

24d ago1:11:12

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SEND JEN A TEXT Spiritual awakening is a powerful moment when you start to see life in a new way, feeling deeply connected to the world around you. It is like waking up from a dream, where you become more aware of your thoughts, feelings, and the true meaning of life. This experience often leads to inner peace and a strong desire to live with purpo…

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Are We Wrong About Oaky Chardonnay? 51:46

12d ago51:46

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We can admit when we are wrong, and we have to say that although we are not the biggest fans of oaky Chardonnay, we think we found some wines that even an ABC person (that is Anything But Chardonnay) can enjoy. Chardonnay is the most popular white wine in the world, but it is also a very polarizing wine - some people love it and will drink nothing …

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Episode 10 -Jen's Tips & Tricks: Steps to Begin Your Spiritual Awakening 39:44

16d ago39:44

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SEND JEN A TEXT Hop in and ride shotgun with Jen today...solo! In this episode Jen shares some podcast stats, and answers the questions listeners have been asking. Find out what Jen thinks is the most important thing you need to do at the beginning of your spiritual journey. Jen has been there, and she shares the things she has found most helpful i…

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Are Trader Joe’s Grand Reserve Wines Good? (Reviews of their Chardonnay, Meritage, and GSM) 51:09

17d ago51:09

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A common question we get is just how good are in-house wine brands like Trader Joe’s or Costco Kirkland Signature wines. This week, we tackle the 3rd highest tier of Trader Joe’s in-house wines, the Grand Reserve level, which is usually priced at $12.99 - which is a killer price IF they are any good. This week we also went out on a limb to try wine…

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Get Your Sh*t Together! 15:40

11d ago15:40

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Connect With E Here! This one may be too harsh for some of you, but the caring and wise beauty of my passion for humanity to do better for themselves that you know and love in this podcast is weaved in. No one is expecting people to divulge their entire lives to random people or even strangers, but if a friend asks you how you’re doing, be mf’n hon…

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Addiction: Being a Junkie isn't #LifeGoals 21:00

12d ago21:00

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Connect With E Here! Self-explanatory, but I always have to explain. Souls born from the uterus of a junkie, my generation used to call crackhead babies. These are the ones with the innate propensity to follow the ashy apple tree they fell from. This is a medical circumstance. This episode talks about people not of this beginning but make it their …

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Worry-Free is Me! (Book Excerpt, Ch. 1) 2:33

12d ago2:33

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Connect With E Here! This is an excerpt from my book, "How to Not Give a Shit, and Not Be a Dumb Ass in the Process: The Ultimate Guidebook on Being a Better Human." Check it out if you enjoyed these couple of minutes. Amazon link below in the sign-off. Try out our new text messaging feature directly above the episode descriptions if you have some …

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Let’s Love Each Other then Fight These Peeholes Together: They are the Reason Our Lives are a Sloppy, Wet Mess. 15:54

12d ago15:54

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Connect With E Here! There’s a giant web of collusion. If people are eating unhealthy food, they’ll eventually fall into the healthcare arena. Then, we have to deal with more assfuckery. We already know insurance companies will deny life-saving drugs and treatments. We know that doctors will only see you if they can bill insurance, so they’ll let y…

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Episode 9 -Unlocking Inner Freedom: The Midlife Journey of Self-Work with Tianna Roser 1:19:32

13d ago1:19:32

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SEND JEN A TEXT Part of our midlife spiritual journey is doing the work, whether it’s healing your inner child, doing shadow work, or forgiveness. This requires courage and vulnerability, but the rewards are profound. It leads to a deeper understanding of who we are, greater emotional resilience, and the ability to live more authentically. By facin…

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Special Episode! Meet the (Wine) Makers #9: Victor Schoenfeld, Head Winemaker of Golan Heights Winery! 36:56

1M ago36:56

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Did you know they make award winning wines in Israel? In this special episode, we have the honor to speak with Victor Schoenfeld, Head Winemaker at Golan Heights Winery and one of the pioneers of modern winemaking in Israel. Victor shares with us his journey and how we combined his love of food and interest in agriculture into a career in wine that…

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Episode 8 - Tapping Into Your Intuition with Laura Marie 1:21:15

21d ago1:21:15

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SEND JEN A TEXT Intuition is a powerful innate ability that serves as our inner compass and guide. It manifests as subtle nudges, gut feelings, and inexplicable knowings that can profoundly impact our decision-making and life experiences. By cultivating and trusting our intuition, we can tap into a deeper wisdom that transcends logical reasoning, l…

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Getting Serious About Rosé #2: Provence Rosé! (The Rosé you probably think about when you think about Rosé) 39:15

26d ago39:15

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When most people talk about Rosé wine, they are most likely referring to Provence Rosé. Most people also probably think that Provence Rosé is what all Rosé wine tastes like, but that is not true. In this latest getting serious about Rosé episode, we spend some time talking about why that is. Now, it is true that Rosé from Provence is the most popul…

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Episode 7- QHHT: A Path to Spiritual Awakening and Healing with Amy Craver 1:04:38

28d ago1:04:38

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SEND JEN A TEXT Quantum Healing Hypnosis Technique (QHHT) is a transformative tool for spiritual awakening and healing. It facilitates deep self-discovery, allowing us to access our inner wisdom and innate healing abilities. By diving into past life experiences and uncovering the root causes of physical, emotional, and spiritual imbalances, QHHT pr…

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WTF is Agiorgitiko? (This Greek red wine is a hidden gem, a must-learn wine) 39:00

2M ago39:00

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Don’t sleep on Agiorgitiko! You may not be familiar with Greek wines - or know how to pronounce them (we didn’t!) - but this is a wine that deserves to be on your must-learn list! Agiorgitiko is a hidden gem in the wine world - a versatile red that comes in different styles, goes well with tons of foods, and can be found at very reasonable prices. …

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July Update W/ Celeste, Mexico Trip, Our High School Experiences, etc. 10:49

2M ago10:49

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Today in this episode, me and my friend Celeste will be talking about our high school experiences, my upcoming trip to Mexico, and a lot more! So stay tuned!

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Episode 6 - Preparing for Your First Reading with a Medium: Insights from Laura Marie 1:08:43

1M ago1:08:43

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SEND JEN A TEXT Have you ever thought of reaching out to loved ones who have crossed over through a reading with a medium? Getting your first mediumship reading can be both scary and exciting and it’s important to approach the reading with an open heart and mind to create a receptive and positive atmosphere for spiritual connections to unfold. Ever…

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Costco Kirkland Signature Old Vine Zinfandel Challenge! (Kirkland wines vs. similarly priced wines) 42:26

2M ago42:26

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Sometimes being old is good. Aged cheddar? Check. Vintage cars? Yep. Antique furniture Fo’ Sho’! Old Vine Zinfandel? You bet your a$$. In this episode, we return to one of our much beloved Kirkland Signature Challenges, and this week we pit the Kirkland Signature Old Vine Zinfandel against similarly priced and easy to find Old Vine Zinfandels to se…

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Episode 5- Unlocking Your Body’s Healing Potential with Micki Abels 1:09:10

2M ago1:09:10

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SEND JEN A TEXT Healing and activating our body's ability to heal itself begins with understanding the connection between our mind and body. Our thoughts, emotions, and beliefs play a crucial role in shaping our physical health. Self-awareness, cultivating a positive mindset, and adopting practices such as meditation, visualization, and mindfulness…

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Great American Sparklers: 2024 Edition! (California Brut Sparkling Wines for the 4th of July - or Anytime!) 39:10

2M ago39:10

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What’s more American than sparkling wine?!? Seriously, we make a lot of sparkling wine in the U.S. and we drink a lot of sparkling wine, too! And we think there is hardly anything better on warm summer afternoons and evenings than a nice glass of bubbly! Don’t save sparkling just for serious occasions. And on July 4th?!? Sparkling wine is perfectio…

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Episode 2 - Accessing Akashic Records for Direction and Clarity in Life with Jo Figueras 1:05:02

2M ago1:05:02

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SEND JEN A TEXT Do you want direction and clarity during times of uncertainty, transitions, and stuckness? Accessing Akashic records to understand past lives is one of the keys. The Akashic records are believed to be a vast store of information about everything that ever happened to one’s life that can be tapped to find direction and understanding.…

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Episode 3 - Part 1: Reiki and Energy Balance: Healing from the Inside Out with Amy Craver 46:58

2M ago46:58

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SEND JEN A TEXT Energy, in its many forms, is the fundamental force that drives life and the universe. It manifests in various ways, from the physical energy that powers our bodies to the energy fields that influence our emotional and spiritual well-being. Just like anything else, energy needs to be balanced and aligned to maintain health and harmo…

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Episode 4 - Part 2: Reiki and Energy Balance: Healing from the Inside Out with Amy Craver 34:46

2M ago34:46

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SEND JEN A TEXT Midlife can be a time of profound inner transformation. As we navigate the challenges and changes of this stage, the path of inner healing becomes increasingly vital. However, through practices like meditation, Reiki, and sound baths, we can access the deep wells of our inner healing, wisdom, and self-understanding. These allow us t…

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Episode 1 - A Journey Inward: Mastering the Art of Meditation with Micki Abels 1:07:26

2M ago1:07:26

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SEND JEN A TEXT Is mindfulness a midlife superpower? Absolutely. Midlife is a period of reflection and transformation, where most of us as women seek deeper meaning and balance in our lives. Meditation, mindfulness, and prayer can be invaluable tools in this journey, as they provide a sanctuary from the stresses of daily life, allowing us to reconn…

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A Brief Message From Jen 4:13

2M ago4:13

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SEND JEN A TEXT Just a short little heart-to-heart from Halfway To Dead's host Jen Lovell. Take a quick listen and then jump right into the episodes!By Jen Lovell

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Getting Serious About Rosé #1: Pinot Noir Rosé (Choose a Rosé based on the red wines you like!) 37:59

2M ago37:59

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We admit it, we have not always been fair to Rosé, but starting today, we are going to set the record straight! If you think you don’t like Rosé, it may be because you have not yet met a Rosé you like. And the key to finding a Rosé you like is to start with a red wine you like and then finding a Rosé made from that wine. Because, afterall, Rosé is …

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Italian Wine Adventure #12: Dolcetto! (Similar to Gamay, the Sommelier’s secret weapon) 46:05

3M ago46:05

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From the great wine region of Piedmont, Italy comes the red wine called Dolcetto, which means “little sweet one” - but don’t be fooled, this is not a sweet wine, although it is a red wine with flavors and aromas of crunchy red fruit. In our latest Italian Wine Adventure, we travel back to one of our favorite wine areas to see if Dolcetto should be …

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2024 Life Update, Music, Graduated High School, What’s Next… 10:22

3M ago10:22

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In this podcast, I’m giving you a life update in 2024. Sadly I’ve been unable to record podcasts, but we’re back better than ever with a new season, and a fresh new start. Today we’re talking about life after high school, what’s next for me, music updates, album releases, and more!!

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Malbec: The Ultimate Summer Cookout Wine! (A lush, fruity, inexpensive crowd-pleaser) 40:58

3M ago40:58

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Summer is here, and that means cookouts with family and friends! If you are wondering what kind of wine would be a crowd-pleaser and pair well with food and fun, we have the perfect answer: Malbec! This juicy, well-balanced wine from Argentina is an inexpensive wine that doesn’t taste or drink like it's inexpensive. You may ask why would a wine fro…

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Minisode #13: Help! I Don’t Know How to Love White Wine! (Use the B-FAST method to learn to love White Wine) 17:58

3M ago17:58

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We introduce you to the B-FAST method in this minisode so you can become a white wine lover. What’s that you say, you’ve never heard of the B-FAST method? Well, that’s because it is a Wine Pair Podcast original! To love a thing, you have to learn about a thing, and you have to spend time with a thing. You can’t just go with your first impression! Y…

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Minisode #12: What Are the Noble Grapes? (And Why Should You Care?) 14:17

3M ago14:17

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When it comes to wine grapes, it’s ok to play the field, but it is a good idea to get to know the Noble Grapes. And the good news is - you may already be really familiar with them. That’s because many of the most popular wines and wine blends, both red and white, are often made of these grapes. But what makes them Noble? We’ll tell you! And does th…

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Special Episode! Meet the (Wine) Makers #8: Jennie Murphy of Oxlee Graham Wines! (From forensics to wine making, being a woman in the wine industry 41:57

4M ago41:57

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Jennie Murphy is, like her grandmothers who she named her winery after, a tough, resilient, and determined woman. After losing her home in the 2017 wine country fires, she started to seriously think about starting her own winery. We learned a ton about the winemaking world in our conversation with her - things that the average wine drinker never th…

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WTF is White Grenache? (AKA Garnatxa Blanca and Grenache Blanc, an underrated white wine, an alternative for Chardonnay lovers, a good summer wine) 38:48

4M ago38:48

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Yes, it’s true, they make Grenache is white as well as red! And it’s a great summer wine! Popular in the Catalonia area of Spain where it is known as Garnatxa Blanca, and in the Rhône area of France where it is often used as a blending grape and known as Grenache Blanc, White Grenache is a tasty, complex, and food friendly white wine that deserves …

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Trailer 2:47

4M ago2:47

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SEND JEN A TEXTBy Jen Lovell

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Spain’s Answer to Champagne: Cava! (A step up from Prosecco at a similar price) 42:17

4M ago42:17

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A 10 point wine in this episode! If you want a higher-class alternative to Prosecco at the same price point, then Cava is your wine. Cava is an underrated sparkling wine from Spain that is made in the same way as Champagne, but at a fraction of the cost. Cava is unique among sparkling wines - it is made with native Spanish grapes like Macabeo, Xare…

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WTF is Txakoli? (Fizzy, fruity, and fun dry white wine from Spain, aka Txakolina) 43:17

4M ago43:17

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It may be hard to pronounce and spell, but is it ever easy to drink! In this episode, we introduce you to a fun, quaffable, and not so serious wine called Txakoli which hails from the Basque region of Spain. Sometimes also called Txakolina, this slightly fizzy white wine is a perfect summer sipper. While tasting it, we had visions of sitting by the…

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Costco Kirkland Signature 2019 Rioja Reserva Challenge! (A punch-you-in-the-face wine, perfect base for Sangria, for Cab Sauv lovers) 43:22

4M ago43:22

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Rioja is the big dog of Spanish wines, but the question on everyone’s lips is - how does the Costco Kirkland Signature Rioja Reserva stack up to other Riojas? Amiright?!? Well, without giving it away, we’re here to tell you that the Kirkland Signature Rioja is a worthy contender! But did it win in a knockout, or was it a draw? You’ll have to listen…

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Spain’s Hidden Gem: Priorat! (One of the great wines of Spain, Grenache-based red wine) 38:16

4M ago38:16

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When we say hidden gem, we are not kidding! When people think of Spanish red wines, they immediately think of Rioja, but don’t sleep on Priorat. Hailing from the Catalonia area of Spain, Priorat is a Grenache-based red wine blend that completely blew away our expectations! Rich, complex, and oh so drinkable, this is a wine that deserves a lot more …

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High QPR Pinot Noir #4! (How the American wine palate has been programmed by big wine, Pinot is a polarizing wine) 43:30

4M ago43:30

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Pinot Noir can be a polarizing wine - some people love it, and some people just don’t get it. We think that happens for a few reasons. First, most wine drinkers have been trained to think that wines are supposed to taste like Cabernet Sauvignon - big, fruit forward, high in alcohol, and very tannic. Which is just not what a great Pinot tastes like.…

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Faith in Self (The Feminine Energy of Just Being) 16:21

4M ago16:21

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Connect With E Here! While this episode was in the spirit of closing out another women's month, there was more on my heart to share. There is yin and yang to everything. Duality and balance in all. Faith is the energy of believing in the integrity of this truth. We can have faith in many external things, but they mean nothing if we don’t have faith…

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Wallet-Friendly Wine Reviews: Two Buck Chuck and More! (Reviewing wines under $5, cheap Cabernet Sauvignon, some pleasant and unpleasant surprises) 43:35

5M ago43:35

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Believe it or not, 73% of the wine purchased in the United States is sold for less than $8. So, there are a LOT of people drinking those wines! But they don’t often get reviews, and so we thought we would take some time to taste and review some value wines to see just how different they are from slightly more expensive wines. The results: one of th…

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Bordeaux Bargains #1! (Haut-Médoc and Graves, Left Bank, why Bordeaux wines are so tricky to understand) 48:30

5M ago48:30

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Bordeaux is home to some of the most famous - and most expensive - wines in the world. But can you find a great wine at a great price?!? You can!!! There is no reason to spend more than $20 a bottle to find highly rated and very enjoyable wines from this classic region. In this episode, we focus on Left Bank wines, and we bring that up because Bord…

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WTF is Muscadet? (Melon de Bourgogne, the Sur Lie method, batonnage, the ultimate fish wine, the best French white wine under $20?) 41:50

6M ago41:50

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If you’re like us, French wines can feel so confusing - and that’s exactly why we do these WTF episodes! This week, we dive into a great French white wine called Muscadet, which is not to be confused with Muscat or Moscato (which are, by the way, the same thing). Muscadet is a wine made in the Loire Valley from the grape Melon de Bourgogne - and th…

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