Best Loire Valley Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 246: Two Loire legends, Lise Jousset and Sebastien David, join me to discuss why the Loire Valley continues to offer some of the most incredible wines in the world and still affordable. Chenin ... 49:16

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Send us a Text Message. Bertrand, a former soldier, and Lise, a Parisian sommelier, relocated to Montlouis-sur-Loire in 2003 and now produce some of the region's finest wines. Sébastien David family's estate in St. Nicolas de Bourgueil dates back to 1634, specializes in Cabernet Franc. These are two of my favorite producers. The wines are on the li…

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Episode 248: Nick Mautone is an Author, Hospitality Guru, and mentor to many—from Gramercy Tavern to the Rainbow Room, he has seen it all. 49:39

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Send us a Text Message. Nick Mautone’s resume in hospitality speaks for itself. He’s built iconic restaurants from the ground up and created Hospitality Sabermetrics-think Money Ball for Hospitality. More info at: https://www.mautone-enterprises.com Check out the website: www.drinkingonthejob.com for great past episodes. Everyone from Iron Chefs, w…

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E188 Retire in Ronda, Spain 1:35:55

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Selena Medlen, an attorney, and Jason Luban, an acupuncturist, had successful careers in Oakland, California, but they were stressed out. After taking a trip to Spain, they fell in love with Ronda, a small mountain top city in the southern part of the country. The next thing you know, Jason was selling his practice, Selena was quitting her job and …

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Episode 247: How does a kid from Champagne become the Senior Winemaker at Stags' Leap Winery? It's an incredible, winding journey to one of Napa's most iconic wineries. 45:55

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Send us a Text Message. The history of the Stags’ Leap Winery goes all the way back to 1872. The original wine Cave was built in 1892. The stories are boundless and the wines are classic Napa. Click below for the deep dive. https://www.stagsleap.com/en/colorful-history.html Check out the website: www.drinkingonthejob.com for great past episodes. Ev…

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E187 Retire on Campus at Arizona State in Tempe 1:10:05

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Imagine being a college student for the rest of your life. Enjoying a college town with lifelong learning while living on campus, what could be better? No exams! Former university president Jessica Kozloff and her husband Steve Kozloff, a former physician, chose this lifestyle and couldn’t be giddier. The active couple retired to Mirabella at ASU, …

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Episode 245: Woody Hambrecht is a third generation farmer and winemaker based in Dry Creek Valley. Woody and his friend Justin Kan decided to launch a family of non-alcoholic wine. What’s the secret to ... 49:29

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Send us a Text Message. Woody is an innovator and entrepreneur. He has seen the wine side of the business through multiple lenses. Today he shares his insights and wisdom and why sparkling is the way to go when it comes to non-alcoholic wines. Check out the links below. @woodys.wine @lpv.group @lpvictoire Check out the website: www.drinkingonthejob…

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E186 Retire in Khanom, Thailand 1:36:47

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Ed, an American guy, and Tomo, a Japanese gal, were living and working in Tokyo when they thought about retiring somewhere less expensive and more relaxing. They soon developed a fondness for Thailand after visiting a few of its locations. The couple agreed that the island of Koh Samui seemed like their dream location and they quit their jobs and m…

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Episode 244:Here’s a secret, LaRina is the best Italian food in New York. Incredible pasta, grass fed beef, whole roasted fish, insane wine list and the service is like a hug from an old friend. 23:08

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Send us a Text Message. Discover one of New York’s best-kept secrets: LaRina Restaurant. Chef Silvia is one of the few female Italian chefs in NYC and every bite of her pasta is crafted in-house using Italian flour, Visionary Director Luca sets an unmatched standard of hospitality and warmth, while Wine Director Andrea curates an exceptional wine p…

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The Redux: The Black Wine Guy Experience Podcast Host MJ Towler joins me to talk wine, race in America and our love of music. 43:38

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Send us a Text Message. The Black Wine Guy Experience is an essential voice in the podcast world. It's also cool as shit to be known as TBWG. I love his interview style, from Randall Graham to basketball legend JJ Redick and Gary V. It's all here, click the link below. The Black wine guy experience - | Thinker. Educator. Instigator Check out the we…

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500: Richard Sanford and the Hot Tub Time Machine Wine Fermenters 1:57:54

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Richard Sanford co-founded the Sanford and Benedict Winery and planted the Sanford and Benedict Vineyard. He founded the Sanford Winery, and he founded the Alma Rosa Winery, all in the Santa Barbara County of California. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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Episode 243: Kimberly Cavoores is the Wine Director for Family Meal at Blue Hill. Her journey began unconventionally, as a self-educated wine connoisseur who traveled the globe. She reminds us all to embrace ... 48:15

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Send us a Text Message. Kimberly’s unconditional desire to self educate lured her across the world to work as a cellar hand in Australia. She then jumped off to Napa to catch one more harvest that year before she landed at Hedges Family Estate in Washington. Countless flights and memorable conversations about the world of wines drew Kimberly back t…

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E185 Retire in Holmes, Hudson Valley, New York 41:36

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Can a couple of longtime Brooklynites survive the peace and quiet of a 17 acre property in Upstate New York’s Hudson Valley? It took a little time for Lisa Preudhomme and Servulus Billy, who moved from Brooklyn to Holmes, New York, but they eventually fell in love with the beauty and serenity of country living. The couple aren't always alone on the…

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Episode 242: Scott Eddy is an Innovator, Trend Setter, Globe Trotter, Entrepreneur and Brand Builder. He lives outside the lines and has a life most people would envy. 51:04

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Send us a Text Message. Scott Eddy has become the ‘go-to’ digital guy for the travel industry and brand building. After living in Europe and Asia for 17 years, Scott fell in love with several different cultures and recognized the value of creating lasting relationships. Scott embraced his sales and business savvy once again by starting one of the f…

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Peter Gago - Chief winemaker of Penfolds: Exploring Tradition & Innovation 53:28

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-Like & subscribe for fun wine content -Thankyou again to Peter & Penfolds for letting us film on location at Penfolds Magill Estate Cellar Door!🍷 -Please support our community! ;) Buy MAGIC 38🎱 here from our shop: https://www.unicozelo.com.au/collections/vinous-awesomeness/products/2023-magic-38-cellar-hand-wine-750ml?variant=44345480085747 -JOIN …

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Episode 241: SF Chronicle named Laura Brennan Bissell a winemaker to watch for her Inconnu wines. I see a legend in the making. Her new Columbia Gorge wines, Aitia, are about to launch and are stunning ... 44:37

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Send us a Text Message. I can’t say enough about how special these wines are. Her wines are a beautiful symphony, a perfect poem that captures that moment. I’m just going to use Laura’s own words here. "Just like my life, I wish for my wines to be distilled into a poetic form, and not to have their entrails spread apart on a surgical table. There i…

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E184 Retire in Loire Atlantique, France 51:15

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Lori Cronwell is a writer, travel and lifestyle blogger, small home advocate and designer, slow travel aficionado, and the recent owner of a home in the French countryside. As a part-time expat and digital nomad, Lori divides her time between Portland, Oregon; Loire Atlantique, France; and traveling the world. Check out Lori’s life in this region o…

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Episode 240: Dominick Purnomo, owner of Dominick Purnomo restaurant group, wanted to bring a world class wine program to Albany. He’s done that and more. His accolades are too many to list. Albany is ... 37:24

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Send us a Text Message. At 25 years of age, Dominick Purnomo was elected to President of the New York State Restaurant Association, the youngest President in the history of the state organization. Wine Spectator has praised his Wine list since 2004 as a Best of Award of Excellence winner and has recently been named one of the 300 most excellent win…

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E183 Retire in Boise, Idaho 48:52

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From 2020 to 2023, Boston area residents Kathy and Tom traveled the U.S. extensively enjoying the sites while also keeping their eyes open for potential retirement locations. A number of “B” towns caught their attention, including Boulder, Bozeman, Bend, and Boise. The small city of Boise, Idaho won out as it seemed to possess just the right amount…

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499: David Rafanelli on Four Generations Making Wine in California 1:20:40

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David Rafanelli and his family own the A. Rafanelli Winery in the Dry Creek Valley of Sonoma County, California. David relates the story of his Italian grandmother arriving in California in 1903, and beginning to make homemade wine in San Francisco. He explains how the family bought farm land in the Dry Creek Valley in the 1920s, thus beginning a 1…

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Episode 239:From Couture to Head Sommelier at Michelin-starred Marea, Liz Nicholson embodies hospitality, she now owns Frankly Wine & Spirit Shop and the remarkable wine bar Della’s. Let’s start at the ... 40:38

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Send us a Text Message. If you want to check out one of the best Wine Bar’s in NYC, you must stop by Della’s. This jewel box is as good as it gets for real wine lovers AND you can always pop next door to Frankly Wine & Spirit Shop and grab a bottle for the way home. Their selection will astound you. Click the links below. https://dellasnyc.com http…

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E182 Retire in Sayulita, Mexico 1:00:34

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Oklahoma native Ryan Crain had just spent an exhilarating year traveling the world when he found himself back in Oklahoma during the pandemic. He wanted to take a stab at living in another country but most of the borders were closed. Although it was far from his first choice, Mexico was allowing foreigners in. After visiting a few Mexican locales, …

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Top pick:New York Times wine critic, Eric Asimov, reminisces about his famous '$25 And Under' column, the death threats he received and the gritty nineties. 46:38

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Send us a Text Message. Eric Asimov has been the chief wine critic of The New York Times since 2004. He’s been writing about wine, food and restaurants for The Times for more than 30 years. His column is a must follow if you love wine. Check out the website: www.drinkingonthejob.com for great past episodes. Everyone from Iron Chefs, winemakers, jou…

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Episode 238: Guest host Mr Pete steps in and interviews Ken Dashow, a disc jockey at New York City's WAXQ "Q104.3" classic rock radio station. We got some stories to tell. 38:51

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Send us a Text Message. It’s all here...Drinking, Paul McCartney, Golf..MacGowan. Ken Dashow has written several plays, a collection of which was published by Dramatists Play Service entitled Dashow Must Go On, and Rock is Dead which was produced Off-Broadway at the SoHo Playhouse. His screenplays The Naked Detective and Desire have become cult cla…

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E181 Retire in Boerne, Texas 50:41

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Living in the Silicon Valley, Bill Ross and his family were fed up with the state’s high cost of living, crime, and politics. Wanting to leave the west coast, they searched for a place without the major problems of California but with a friendly community. They found all that plus a quintessential “Main Street” in Boerne, Texas, a town located abou…

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Redux: Brewmaster Garrett Oliver of Brooklyn Brewery gives us a Master Class on Brewing and fermentation. 56:32

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Send us a Text Message. Garrett Oliver is the founding board chair launching a scholarship fund for minority brewers. The scholarship will award people of color to attend technical courses and become industry leaders. Check out the website for the full story and to donate: themjf.org Check out the website: www.drinkingonthejob.com for great past ep…

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E180 Retire in Pontivy, Brittany, France 1:34:45

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For Philip and Sonya Hubbard figuring out where to retire was all about compromise. She wanted somewhere not too cold and he wanted a place not too hot. They narrowed locations down to Europe, then to France, then to Brittany. They had their hearts set on a house with an ocean view in Brittany, but the prices exceeded their range. Ultimately, they …

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Episode 237: Director of Sales Georgy Zaydenman explains why Empirical Spirits is a Flavor Company and making some of the most creative spirits in the world! 39:16

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Send us a Text Message. Empirical Flavor Company meticulously sources the finest ingredients, from Kogi-based distillate to Sorghum, Oaxacan chilis, plum stones, marigold kombucha, fig leaves, and beyond. Their recent collaboration with Doritos, known as Empirical Doritos, nearly shattered social media platforms, garnering over six billion impressi…

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E179 Retire in Bradley Beach, Ocean Grove, and Asbury Park, New Jersey 49:47

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Surf, sand and big hair! Would you like to live in a quiet beach community with walkable access to a town with a quaint main street and another known for hosting famous music acts. Rosa and Guy Losa found their way to Bradley Beach, New Jersey, with its neighboring towns of Ocean Grove, recognized for its abundant examples of Victorian architecture…

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The Extraordinary Globe of Tom Bobbajobski - The Complete Series 1:21:48

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Tom Bobbajobski's tales from his time in the Merchant Navy aboard the HMS Crumpet. Journeys of adventure the likes of which you've never heard before, nor are likely to again. Episode 1 - Marrakech Episode 2 - Svalbard Episode 3 - The Cook Islands Episode 4 - Great Yarmouth Episode 5 - Constantinople Episode 6 - The Loire Valley Episode 7 - Nova Sc…

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The Extraordinary Globe of Tom Bobbajobski - The Complete Series 1:21:48

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Tom Bobbajobski's tales from his time in the Merchant Navy aboard the HMS Crumpet. Journeys of adventure the likes of which you've never heard before, nor are likely to again. Episode 1 - Marrakech Episode 2 - Svalbard Episode 3 - The Cook Islands Episode 4 - Great Yarmouth Episode 5 - Constantinople Episode 6 - The Loire Valley Episode 7 - Nova Sc…

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Episode 236: Stephen Kurpinsky is the US Brand Ambassador for Mr Black Cold Brew Coffee Liqueur. Your search too make the best Espresso Martini is over and your Cold Brew gets taken to another level ... 38:59

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Send us a Text Message. Mr Black are coffee roasters, craft distillers and producers of the world’s leading coffee liqueur. Launched in 2013 by co-founders Philip Moore and Tom Baker, Mr Black is on a mission to take craft coffee into the night. See why this brand is taking the market by storm. https://www.mrblack.co/us DM me with your favorite pla…

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E178 Retire in Ceret, France 1:10:13

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At the age of 51, Patricia Brooks had a well paying corporate job in Richmond, Virginia but there seemed to be something missing in her life. She yearned to live in a French speaking country. As someone who was a painfully shy child and still considered herself an introvert, she surprised many, including herself, by moving to the South of France. A…

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The Extraordinary Globe of Tom Bobbajobski - Episode 12 - London 8:08

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Tom Bobbajobski's tales from his time in the Merchant Navy aboard the HMS Crumpet. Journeys of adventure the likes of which you've never heard before, nor are likely to again. Episode 12-London Where Tom contemplates what to do with his life. "Greetings landlubbers, it is I, Tom Bobbajobski here, regaling you with tales from my time in the Merchant…

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The Extraordinary Globe of Tom Bobbajobski - Episode 12 - London 8:08

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Tom Bobbajobski's tales from his time in the Merchant Navy aboard the HMS Crumpet. Journeys of adventure the likes of which you've never heard before, nor are likely to again. Episode 12-London Where Tom contemplates what to do with his life. "Greetings landlubbers, it is I, Tom Bobbajobski here, regaling you with tales from my time in the Merchant…

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The Extraordinary Globe of Tom Bobbajobski - Episode 11 - Mombasa 7:56

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Tom Bobbajobski's tales from his time in the Merchant Navy aboard the HMS Crumpet. Journeys of adventure the likes of which you've never heard before, nor are likely to again. Episode 11-Mombasa Where Tom recalls his very first trip on the HMS Crumpet. "Greetings landlubbers, it is I, Tom Bobbajobski here, regaling you with tales from my time in th…

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The Extraordinary Globe of Tom Bobbajobski - Episode 11 - Mombasa 7:56

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Tom Bobbajobski's tales from his time in the Merchant Navy aboard the HMS Crumpet. Journeys of adventure the likes of which you've never heard before, nor are likely to again. Episode 11-Mombasa Where Tom recalls his very first trip on the HMS Crumpet. "Greetings landlubbers, it is I, Tom Bobbajobski here, regaling you with tales from my time in th…

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The Extraordinary Globe of Tom Bobbajobski - Episode 10 - Santa Fe 6:46

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Tom Bobbajobski's tales from his time in the Merchant Navy aboard the HMS Crumpet. Journeys of adventure the likes of which you've never heard before, nor are likely to again. Episode 10-Santa Fe Where Tom takes a bus from Chicago down Route 66. "Greetings landlubbers, it is I, Tom Bobbajobski here, regaling you with tales from my time in the Merch…

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The Extraordinary Globe of Tom Bobbajobski - Episode 10 - Santa Fe 6:46

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Tom Bobbajobski's tales from his time in the Merchant Navy aboard the HMS Crumpet. Journeys of adventure the likes of which you've never heard before, nor are likely to again. Episode 10-Santa Fe Where Tom takes a bus from Chicago down Route 66. "Greetings landlubbers, it is I, Tom Bobbajobski here, regaling you with tales from my time in the Merch…

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The Extraordinary Globe of Tom Bobbajobski - Episode 9 - Tierra Del Fuego 6:30

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Tom Bobbajobski's tales from his time in the Merchant Navy aboard the HMS Crumpet. Journeys of adventure the likes of which you've never heard before, nor are likely to again. Episode 9-Tierra Del fuego Where Tom is pierced by love's arrow at the bottom of the world. "Greetings landlubbers, it is I, Tom Bobbajobski here, regaling you with tales fro…

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The Extraordinary Globe of Tom Bobbajobski - Episode 9 - Tierra Del Fuego 6:30

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Tom Bobbajobski's tales from his time in the Merchant Navy aboard the HMS Crumpet. Journeys of adventure the likes of which you've never heard before, nor are likely to again. Episode 9-Tierra Del fuego Where Tom is pierced by love's arrow at the bottom of the world. "Greetings landlubbers, it is I, Tom Bobbajobski here, regaling you with tales fro…

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The Extraordinary Globe of Tom Bobbajobski - Episode 8 - Amsterdam 6:46

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Tom Bobbajobski's tales from his time in the Merchant Navy aboard the HMS Crumpet. Journeys of adventure the likes of which you've never heard before, nor are likely to again. Episode 8-Amsterdam Where Tom finds inadvertently finds himself on a river cruise down the Rhine . "Greetings landlubbers, it is I, Tom Bobbajobski here, regaling you with ta…

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Episode 235: Actor, musician and poet Ciarán Tyrrell discusses his deep Irish roots and his success at being the General Manager of the legendary Blue Ribbon Restaurant Group. 38:15

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Send us a Text Message. Ciarán Tyrrell is the proud son of Seán Tyrrell, on his passing the President of Ireland Michael Higgins said: It is with sadness that I have learned of the passing of Seán Tyrrell, one of our finest, most talented, original and creative troubadours. Ciarán is currently working on his fist book of poetry. The acorn doesn’t f…

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The Extraordinary Globe of Tom Bobbajobski - Episode 8 - Amsterdam 6:46

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Tom Bobbajobski's tales from his time in the Merchant Navy aboard the HMS Crumpet. Journeys of adventure the likes of which you've never heard before, nor are likely to again. Episode 8-Amsterdam Where Tom finds inadvertently finds himself on a river cruise down the Rhine . "Greetings landlubbers, it is I, Tom Bobbajobski here, regaling you with ta…

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The Extraordinary Globe of Tom Bobbajobski - Episode 7 - Nova Scotia 6:51

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Tom Bobbajobski's tales from his time in the Merchant Navy aboard the HMS Crumpet. Journeys of adventure the likes of which you've never heard before, nor are likely to again. Episode 7-Nova Scotia Where Tom longs to be something other than a sailor loading and unloading cargo. "Greetings landlubbers, it is I, Tom Bobbajobski here, regaling you wit…

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The Extraordinary Globe of Tom Bobbajobski - Episode 7 - Nova Scotia 6:51

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Tom Bobbajobski's tales from his time in the Merchant Navy aboard the HMS Crumpet. Journeys of adventure the likes of which you've never heard before, nor are likely to again. Episode 7-Nova Scotia Where Tom longs to be something other than a sailor loading and unloading cargo. "Greetings landlubbers, it is I, Tom Bobbajobski here, regaling you wit…

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The Extraordinary Globe of Tom Bobbajobski - Episode 6 - The Loire Valley 6:53

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Tom Bobbajobski's tales from his time in the Merchant Navy aboard the HMS Crumpet. Journeys of adventure the likes of which you've never heard before, nor are likely to again. Episode 6-The Loire Valley Where Tom spends a summer in the idyllic French countryside. "Greetings landlubbers, it is I, Tom Bobbajobski here, regaling you with tales from my…

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The Extraordinary Globe of Tom Bobbajobski - Episode 6 - The Loire Valley 6:53

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Tom Bobbajobski's tales from his time in the Merchant Navy aboard the HMS Crumpet. Journeys of adventure the likes of which you've never heard before, nor are likely to again. Episode 6-The Loire Valley Where Tom spends a summer in the idyllic French countryside. "Greetings landlubbers, it is I, Tom Bobbajobski here, regaling you with tales from my…

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E177 Retire in Charleston, South Carolina 1:00:27

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If you are searching for a charming and historic southern city, AND, near the ocean, investigate Charleston, South Carolina. Keith Lucas, a realtor and YouTube influencer, moved from Florida to a suburb of Charleston and has become a huge advocate of both the city and its state. He is considered a valued expert on retiring in South Carolina and his…

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The Extraordinary Globe of Tom Bobbajobski - Episode 5 - Constantinople 6:34

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Tom Bobbajobski's tales from his time in the Merchant Navy aboard the HMS Crumpet. Journeys of adventure the likes of which you've never heard before, nor are likely to again. Episode 5-Constantipnople Where Tom's is in pursuit of his clothes on a camel named Rhonda. "Greetings landlubbers, it's Tom Bobbajobski here, regaling you with tales from my…

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The Extraordinary Globe of Tom Bobbajobski - Episode 5 - Constantinople 6:34

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Tom Bobbajobski's tales from his time in the Merchant Navy aboard the HMS Crumpet. Journeys of adventure the likes of which you've never heard before, nor are likely to again. Episode 5-Constantipnople Where Tom's is in pursuit of his clothes on a camel named Rhonda. "Greetings landlubbers, it's Tom Bobbajobski here, regaling you with tales from my…

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