Best Christen LaRochelle Podcasts (2024)

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Wine Myths Debunked! 37:56

15d ago37:56

37:56

On this episode I dive into some of my favorite Wine myths and attempt to find some answers. Grab a glass and tune in! Special thank you to VinePair, Wine Enthusiast, Wine Spectator and the Google machine for helping me answer some of the more technical questions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Nadine Gengras 1:05:55

2M ago1:05:55

1:05:55

A conversation about navigating the wine and spirits distribution industry with fellow industry professional, Nadine Gengras. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Brenny Savoy 48:08

4M ago48:08

48:08

Chats with industry friends are the best kind of episodes! On this episode, Christen sits down with chef/bartender Brenny Savoy and talks all things bartending industry while drinking whiskey. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Kassandra Laskarides 37:23

4M ago37:23

37:23

Kassandra Laskarides is the Hospitality Manager for Chattermark Distillery in Boston. We discuss her education and diverse background and the path that led her under the bridge in Charlestown. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Seth Benhaim 47:52

5M ago47:52

47:52

Founder & CCO of Broken Barrel Whiskey • Infuse Spirits | 2023 Brand Innovator of the Year | Spirits Entrepreneur | Spirits Educato Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Karen MacNeil 41:47

5M ago41:47

41:47

Karen MacNeil has been named one of the “100 most influential people in wine in the United States.” She started her career as a free-lance journalist and is known as an extraordinary researcher and writer. She is the author of The Wine Bible, a James Beard Award winner, and has shaped wine culture for over 4o years. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p…

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New Year, Same Me 13:38

6M ago13:38

13:38

Welcome back to season 4! Short little ep after Xmas break to ease into the New Year. What's everyone thoughts on Dry January? Or...even worse, damp January. (grossest name ever). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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It's me, hi. I'm the bonus (episode) it's me. 18:43

8M ago18:43

18:43

S3 Bonus episode where Christen finally checks the gmail and answers listener questions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Chris Riesbeck- Barrell Craft Spirits 52:23

9M ago52:23

52:23

Chris Riesbeck is the Chief Commercial Officer of Barrell Craft Spirits. A spirits industry veteran of 15 years, he also served as the Vice President of Sales for Westland Distillery and has a long history in the supply and distribution world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Alejandro Russo- Candela Mamajuana 54:29

10M ago54:29

54:29

Alejandro Russo is the founder and CEO of Candela Mamajuana, a rum based beverage from the Dominican Republic with deep historical and cultural significance Candela means "on fire" in Spanish slang, and so far it's a fitting name for a brand that is starting to make its way into the mainstream. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inform…

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Sother Teague 1:03:08

10M ago1:03:08

1:03:08

Professional barman, author and cocktail expert, Sother Teague helms many businesses in NYC including working as the Beverage Director at famed NYC bitters bar, Amor y Amargo. Having spent his entire life in culinary and hospitality, he is a mentor and teacher to many and even cohosts an industry podcast called Speakeasy on Heritage Radio Network. …

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Tim Cabral- Restaurant and Bar Owner/Operator 59:54

12M ago59:54

59:54

Tim Cabral has been working in service/hospitality since he was 12 years old. We chat about his background in the business and how he is currently juggling many different projects. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Victoria Eady Butler- Uncle Nearest Distillery 34:28

12M ago34:28

34:28

Victoria Eady Butler- Nathan "Uncle Nearest" Green's great great granddaughter, is Uncle Nearest Distillery's master blender and the first person to win Master Blender of the Year two consecutive years in a row. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Jill Cockson 40:08

1y ago40:08

40:08

Jill Cockson is an veteran of the bar and hospitality community with over 25 years lived experience and has owned and operated several successful bar concepts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Season 3 Mid Season Update 1:10

1y ago1:10

1:10

Stop procrastinating and subscribe to our show already. Did you give us a review? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Sally Johnson Blum- Winemaker 27:54

1y ago27:54

27:54

Sally Johnson Blum is an award winning winemaker in Napa, currently working at Tamber Bey Vineyards and previously at Pride Mountain and Robert Mondavi Winery. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Brandon O'Daniel- Distiller 36:43

1y ago36:43

36:43

Master Distiller, Brandon O'Daniel joins the pod to talk about Copper and Kings Distillery, his career path from winemaking and why we all should be drinking more Brandy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Lois Cho, CHO Wines 42:41

1y ago42:41

42:41

Lois Cho is the co-founder and CEO of CHO Wines, a boutique winery based in Oregon. Christen and Lois chat about how her and her winemaker husband, Dave Cho, got their starts in the wine industry and how they built their business from scratch during the pandemic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Rob Campbell- Winemaker 40:47

1y ago40:47

40:47

Rob Campbell is the winemaker and founder of Meyye Wines and a descendant of Coast Miwok and Southern Pomo indigenous tribes. We discuss his 30+ years working in the wine business and how his wine project is connecting his heritage and culture to the modern wine drinkers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Devin Reed 39:49

1y ago39:49

39:49

Devin Reed is a LA-based sommelier with one of the coolest wine jobs, period. Dev and Christen discuss the ever evolving nerd-dom that is the wine world and how he got his start in the biz. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Dale DeGroff 41:24

1+ y ago41:24

41:24

For the bar community, Dale DeGroff is a household name. Often viewed as one of the most influential voices in reviving craft cocktails as we know them today, he has touched so many parts of modern beverage culture, that it would be hard not to find his influence in every cocktail focused bar program around the world. We chat about his humble begin…

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Season 3 Trailer 2:00

1+ y ago2:00

2:00

New episodes coming very soon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Mark de Vere 28:29

1+ y ago28:29

28:29

For the season 2 finale: I talk to Master of Wine Mark de Vere, who has worked in the wine business for over 20 years. Originally from Oxford in England, he currently lives in Napa Valley and works for Constellation Brands. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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A Boozy Field Trip with Amanda Kenny 43:45

1+ y ago43:45

43:45

Christen and bartending pal, Amanda Kenny, discuss the bar world and take a field trip to review a local winery in CT. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Carl Tart 36:33

1+ y ago36:33

36:33

Carl is an actor, producer, and writer, who currently stars on the NBC television series Grand Crew, which features a group of friends who live in LA and whose lives often unfold in the safe confines of a local wine bar, inspired by one of Carl's real life favorite places. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Thomas Williams 28:06

1+ y ago28:06

28:06

The Williams family have deep roots in Arkansas and have farmed their land for four generations in Phillips County. Thomas Williams is the head distiller at Delta Dirt Distillery, a family-owned craft distillery located in the richest farmland of the Arkansas Delta. https://deltadirtdistillery.com IG @Twilly3 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy …

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Stu Smith 35:44

1+ y ago35:44

35:44

Stu Smith is a mountain man, winemaker and Napa legend. One of the two brothers behind the helm at Smith Madrone winery for over 50 years on Spring Mountain https://www.smithmadrone.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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J'Nai Williams 34:46

1+ y ago34:46

34:46

J'Nai is a New Orleans native bartender who is living her dream by becoming a cocktail & spirits social media influencer and working on her own company, Pretty Magic Cocktails. @jnai.angelle https://prettymagiccocktails.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Cheval 37:02

1+ y ago37:02

37:02

She is...a creator, illustrator, advocate for artists, and just launched the shoe line She is Cheval. Christen and Cheval discuss new beginnings, overcoming adversity, and finding joy in the chaos of life. @sheischeval www.sheischeval Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Camille Wilson 27:35

1+ y ago27:35

27:35

Camile is that friend. You know, the one that hosts the best parties, makes the best drinks and knows all the greatest places to drink in NYC. IG @thecocktailsnob_ www.cocktailsnobnyc.com Her new book, Free Spirit, is available now! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Holiday Drinking with Tawny Newsome 38:37

1+ y ago38:37

38:37

The holidays are here and that means lots of time for drinks. Christen chats with friend, actress and musician, Tawny Newsome (Star Trek Lower Decks) and producer Kevin Bartelt about their favorite festive drinks and traditions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Randi Brady 37:24

1+ y ago37:24

37:24

Randi Brady, founder of Diversified Vines, is a wine enthusiast who is committed to bridging the gap between the gritty elements of hip-hop and the nuanced world of wine. https://www.diversifiedvines.com IG @diversifiedvines Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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We're Back! 33:47

1+ y ago33:47

33:47

We're back! Season two kicks off with Christen and show producer Kevin Bartelt catching up on what they've been up to since Season 1 and a brief glimpse into the guests this season and all things booze related. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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James Molesworth 40:30

2y ago40:30

40:30

On an average day, Senior Editor of Wine Spectator Magazine, James Molesworth tastes around 20 wines a day. He chats with Christen about his 25 years shaping wine culture and the path that brought him to where he is today. This is the season one finale of the show! Stay tuned for more episodes in the fall. Thanks everyone for listening! Hosted on A…

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Nova Cadamatre 34:34

2y ago34:34

34:34

Nova Cadamatre is the quintessential hustler. The first female winemaker to achieve Master of Wine status in 2017, a Top 40 Under 40 recipient from Wine Enthusiast Magazine, a winemaker, a brand owner and a mother. We talk to Nova about her path to becoming a successful bicoastal winemaker and her projects in the Finger Lakes, including her wine br…

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Brandon Robinson 33:34

2y ago33:34

33:34

As Director of Operations for Cornerstone Restaurant Group, Brandon Robinson, has had an incredibly unique path. Christen and Brandon chat about his past as a professional dancer, studying culinary arts and all of the ways his background informs his work today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Tyler Anderson 37:19

2y ago37:19

37:19

From the haunted loft of Millwrights Restaurant in Simsbury, CT, Chef Tyler Anderson sits down with Christen and shares stories about his time competing on Top Chef Season 15, his seven James Beard Award Nominations for Best Chef Northeast and the importance of being a good human. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Tawny & Christen 40:52

2+ y ago40:52

40:52

Tawny Newsome is back! On this episode, Christen and Tawny reminisce about working together in the early 2000s service industry in Chicago, their former podcast "Drink Culture", and how Christen got her start in the booze biz. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Lynn House 36:46

2+ y ago36:46

36:46

Christen chats with mixology royalty, Lynn House, about the world of cocktail creation and education. As the National Brand Educator for Heaven Hill brands, Lynn is the influencer of the influencers and a great IG follow (@liquidladylynn) for recipes that will inspire cocktail hour at any point of the day. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for…

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Charles Joly 38:51

2+ y ago38:51

38:51

James Beard Award winning beverage program designer, Charles Joly is the official bartender for The Oscars, The Emmys and the Kentucky Derby. Christen catches up with the Crafthouse cocktail brand owner to chat about Chicago and how he leveraged a career behind the bar into the world of celebrity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inf…

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Katherine Spiers 38:05

2+ y ago38:05

38:05

On the Smart Mouth podcast, host Katherine Spiers interviews some of the restaurant industry's most interesting people about their favorite foods. In this episode, the interviewer becomes the interviewee as Christen asks about her favorite interviews, restaurants and her time as the food editor for LA Weekly. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy …

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John Malkovich and Tawny Newsome 34:57

2+ y ago34:57

34:57

Christen catches up with the stars of Netflix's Space Force, legendary actor and winery owner John Malkovich and actress, comedian and musician, Tawny Newsome, to chat about all things wine and John's winery Les Quelles de la Coste in Luberon, France. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Khalid Williams 32:43

2+ y ago32:43

32:43

Restaurant industry veteran and longtime bartender, Khalid Williams embodies the true essence of hospitality. Christen and Khalid reflect on many years working behind the bar, share cocktail making tips, and talk about why regulars are the people that make the job worthwhile. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Charlie Nelson 32:46

2+ y ago32:46

32:46

Charlie Nelson is a man of one million stories. In this episode, Christen interviews Charlie about his incredible path to rediscovering a generations-old family business, the Nelson Greenbrier Distillery in Nashville. A can't miss episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Introducing The Booze Hustle 0:35

2+ y ago0:35

0:35

A lively and informative podcast series that invites you to get to know the people behind the scenes in the wine and spirits industry. Featuring laid back interviews, brand exploration and tips of the trade. Enjoy new episodes of The Booze Hustle starting February 10th. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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