Best Maksim Podcasts (2024)

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Matryoshka 4.5 - The Sphere 1:44:04

23d ago1:44:04

1:44:04

Katya and Yahyo investigate multiple sightings of an unidentified flying object. For comments or questions, email utopologist@protonmail.com. Listen to Lina's labor news podcast Work Stoppage and find Johnny's show Subversive History on his Linktree. Talk with other listeners in the Work Stoppage discord. Music used in this episode can be found at …

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Finding Sake Seeker: Thai food and Sake 1:01:44

26d ago1:01:44

1:01:44

This week we are excited to welcome not just one, but two amazing guests to our table Yu Nakamura and Nattinee Sirirattanapol, aka Pam, who are changing the face of sake in Thailand with an array of amazing projects and collaborations! So join us as one of our regular hosts Chris Hughes sat down with them at our base the Japan Sake and Shochu Infor…

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Selling Sake in Ginza with Maksim Polkin 1:00:24

1M ago1:00:24

1:00:24

We’re Back! This time we are talking to Maksim Polkin of Imadeya, one of the most well known sake distributors in Japan. He is usually at their Ginza Six location, but helps introduce people to the wonders of sake all around Tokyo. Sebastien Lemoine and Chris Hughes talk with Maksim about how he found himself in Japan and in Sake. Their conversatio…

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Matryoshka 4.4 - The Staircase 1:34:57

2M ago1:34:57

1:34:57

The team investigates a newly uncovered island in the Aral Sea which contains a stone staircase leading into the earth. [Note: Nikolai disappears in the middle of the sesssion for a while but he does return by the end. We apologize for the inconvenience.] For comments or questions, email utopologist@protonmail.com. Listen to Lina's labor news podca…

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The Incongruent: Beyond the Curtain with the Musical Theatre Group Dubai 28:15

2M ago28:15

28:15

Spill the tea - we want to hear from you! Join the cast of Grease at.... Where: Hartland International School, Dubai When: from June 12 to 15, 2024 Timings: 7:30 PM daily and a 2:30 PM matinee on Saturday, June 15 Tickets: https://ticketslover.com/dubai/events/mtdxb-presents-grease. In this episode Katheryne Nicole Alday and Stephen King interview …

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Episode 17 Maksim Gelman 27:43

2M ago27:43

27:43

Maksim Gelman is an American-Ukrainian man who committed a series of violent crimes in New York City over a 28-hour period in February 2011. Gelman's spree began on February 11, 2011, and included multiple incidents of murder, attempted murder, and carjacking.By Twisted Truth

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Episode 16 Elizabeth Oltsen 38:24

3M ago38:24

38:24

In 2009, 15-year-old Alyssa Bustamante murdered her 9-year-old neighbor, Elizabeth Olten, in St. Martins, Missouri. Bustamante lured Olten into the woods, where she strangled and stabbed her before burying her in a pre-dug grave. Bustamante confessed, explaining she wanted to experience killing someone. Music used in intro/outro (Legacy - Savfk) Le…

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Designing Your Own Sake with Nathaniel Hoy 51:00

3M ago51:00

51:00

This week Chris Hughes continues our discussion of contract brewing sake with a conversation with Nathaniel Hoy. We started this series with Episode-117: A Sake of Your Own: Contract Brewing Sake: in which Sebastien Lemoine, Chris and Justin Potts shared their opinions and expertise on the trend of sake companies brewing custom sakes for clients. W…

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Episode 15 Joachim Kroll 42:32

3M ago42:32

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Joachim Kroll, also known as the "Ruhr Cannibal" or "Duisburg Man-Eater," was a notorious German serial killer active during the 1960s and 1970s. He was born in 1933 and died in prison in 1991. Kroll's crimes were horrifyingly gruesome, as he murdered, mutilated, and often cannibalized his victims. He was convicted of eight murders but confessed to…

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The Incongruent: Behind the Curtain with Maksim Mintcaev, composer, conductor and maestro 16:08

4M ago16:08

16:08

Spill the tea - we want to hear from you! Embark on an auditory odyssey with us as Stephen King and Mikhail Skornyakov uncover the melodic intricacies of forging a career in music, in our latest interview with professional saxophonist, composer and conductor, Maksim Mintcaev. Join us for a session resonating with insights, where every note is an in…

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Episode 14 Victoria "Tori" Stafford 37:21

4M ago37:21

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The Victoria Stafford case involves the abduction and murder of Victoria "Tori" Stafford, an eight-year-old Canadian girl from Woodstock, Ontario. In April 2009, Tori was abducted while walking home from school and was later found dead. The case gained widespread media attention and led to a massive search effort. Music used in intro/outro (Legacy …

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Episode 13 Brian Cohee Jr 33:15

4M ago33:15

33:15

Brian Cohee was a 19 year old man in 2023 when he murdered and dismembered a homeless man. He was caught after his mother found the man's remains in Brian's bedroom closet. Music used in intro/outro (Legacy - Savfk) Legacy - SavfkBy Twisted Truth

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The Incongruent: Behind the Curtain with Alex Broun and Osman Aboubakr 38:29

4M ago38:29

38:29

Spill the tea - we want to hear from you! The curtain rises on an enthralling discussion about theatre and acting in the UAE. With a special collab with Redbeat MDX and the arrival of Desiree Barreto to our team, we gain a deep insight into the creative minds of playwright Alex Broun and actor/producer Osman Aboubakr. Alex Broun: https://alexbroun.…

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Episode 12 Elizabeth Smart 54:52

4M ago54:52

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Elizabeth Smart, a teenager from Salt Lake City, Utah, was abducted from her bedroom in June 2002 and held captive for nine months. She was eventually rescued in March 2003 after being recognized in public. Smart has since become an advocate for victims of abduction and sexual assault, sharing her story and working to prevent similar crimes. Music …

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Matryoshka 4.x (interlude) - The Spacewalk 1:15:25

4M ago1:15:25

1:15:25

The crew of Soviet space station Salyut 7 investigate an unexpected visitor. For comments or questions, email utopologist@protonmail.com. Listen to Lina's labor news podcast Work Stoppage and find Johnny's show Subversive History on his Linktree. Talk with other listeners in the Work Stoppage discord. Music used in this episode can be found at redg…

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Craft Sake Week with Rebekah Wilson Lye 1:00:44

4M ago1:00:44

1:00:44

In this week’s episode of Sake On Air Sebastien Lemoin and Cindy Bissig are talking about the World’s largest sake event, which just so happens to be a project that one of our other regular hosts; Rebekah Wilson Lye is deeply involved in. We are of course talking about Craft Sake Week in Tokyo! Japan’s most prominent sake event, which was founded b…

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Episode 11 The Parkland Shooting 45:50

4M ago45:50

45:50

The Parkland shooting was a tragic incident that occurred on February 14, 2018, at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida, USA. A former student of the school, Nikolas Cruz, entered the campus armed with a semi-automatic rifle and opened fire, resulting in the deaths of 17 people and injuring several others. The victims included …

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Episode 10 Gabby Petito 41:35

5M ago41:35

41:35

In this episode, we explore the mysterious disappearance of Gabby Petito during a cross-country road trip with her fiancé. We delve into the events leading up to her disappearance, the search efforts, and the broader conversations sparked by her case. Join us as we unravel this tragic mystery and reflect on its implications. First Press Conference …

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Preserving the Flavors of Sake with Coravin & Toku 1:00:10

5M ago1:00:10

1:00:10

During the recording of Episode 115 “Should sake be promoted like wine?”, Sarah Stewart mentioned a research project between some members of the British Sake Association, and Coravin, the US firm selling a device aimed at preserving the flavors of wine in the bottle after indulging oneself with one glass or two. Intrigued, Sebastien Lemoine reached…

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Episode 9 Jodie Arias 1:02:22

5M ago1:02:22

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Join us in this riveting episode as we delve into the notorious case of Jodi Arias, a story that captivated the nation. In 2008, Arias was charged with the brutal murder of her ex-boyfriend, Travis Alexander, in his Arizona home. What began as a tale of romance soon turned into a chilling saga of deceit, betrayal, and ultimately, homicide. With exp…

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A Sake of Your Own: Contract Brewing Sake 54:00

5M ago54:00

54:00

This week Justin Potts, Chris Hughes, and Sebastien Lemoine discuss the growing trend of sake companies making special sakes for clients and/or partners. The conversations covers the benefits to both established breweries and entrepreneurs trying out their ideas before having to create their own brewery. Their conversation also goes into the differ…

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Matryoshka 4.2 - Cave Diver, pt. II 2:17:45

5M ago2:17:45

2:17:45

The team joins their KGB comrade to go into the caves underneath the cabin in the woods. For comments or questions, email utopologist@protonmail.com. Listen to Lina's labor news podcast Work Stoppage, find Johnny's show Subversive History on his Linktree, and listen to Jeremy here. Talk with other listeners in the Work Stoppage discord. Music used …

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Episode 8 Kelly Ann Bates (Minisode) 29:07

5M ago29:07

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The Kelly Ann Bates case is a notorious and tragic example of domestic violence that occurred in the United Kingdom in 1996. Kelly Ann Bates, a 17-year-old girl, was brutally tortured and murdered by her 46-year-old boyfriend, James Patterson Smith. Bates suffered horrific abuse over an extended period before her death, including being burned with …

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Music 1: Anti-Hero, Lift Me Up, Flowers, Take My Hand 9:29

5M ago9:29

9:29

Spill the tea - we want to hear from you! An experiment with music podcasts. Here is a <10minute playlist of four songs I've been practicing this year: Anti-Hero by Taylor Swift Lift Me Up by Rihanna Flowers by Miley Cyrus Take My Hand by Lady Gaga Do let me know what you think. Arrangements and backing music from Hal Leonard, the world's largest s…

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Episode 7 Ryan Poston 32:27

5M ago32:27

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In 2012, Ryan Poston, a young and promising attorney from Highland Heights, Kentucky, was tragically killed in his own home. The incident occurred on October 12, 2012, and the circumstances surrounding his death immediately drew significant attention. Poston's girlfriend at the time, Shayna Hubers, claimed that she shot him in self-defense during a…

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Episode 6 Cassie Jo Stoddart 41:54

6M ago41:54

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In this episode, we uncover the harrowing story of the Cassie Jo Stoddart case. When 16-year-old Cassie Jo was entrusted with house-sitting duties in Idaho Falls, little did she know it would lead to her untimely demise at the hands of her classmates, Brian Draper and Torey Adamcik. Driven by a chilling desire for notoriety, the duo meticulously pl…

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Rebroadcast: Matured Sake, Aged Sake 1:07:36

6M ago1:07:36

1:07:36

This week we’re digging a classic from out of the cellar – our episode exploring the absolute magic of sake that’s been crafted to stand the test of time. While still a relatively niche category within sake, more and more producers are leaning into clearly communicating the amount of time – and in what form – their sake spends maturing prior to rel…

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Matryoshka 4.2 - Cave Diver, pt. I 1:59:10

6M ago1:59:10

1:59:10

Katya and Yahyo investigate a musical performance that caused its audience to go berserk. For comments or questions, email utopologist@protonmail.com. Listen to Lina's labor news podcast Work Stoppage and find Johnny's show Subversive History on his Linktree. Talk with other listeners in the Work Stoppage discord. Music used in this episode can be …

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Studying Sake with Michael Tremblay 1:12:33

6M ago1:12:33

1:12:33

It feels like only the very recent past when opportunities for more formal sake education and certifications were few and far between, and when they were available, they were often infrequent and hosted in only a handful of territories, which made learning from knowledgeable industry insiders and professionals relatively prohibitive for most of the…

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Episode 5 Casey Anthony 1:14:44

6M ago1:14:44

1:14:44

Join us as we explore the complexities of Casey Anthony's life, from her tumultuous upbringing to the infamous trial that captivated the nation. Through interviews with psychologists, legal experts, and those close to the case, we uncover the motivations, behaviors, and unanswered questions surrounding Casey Anthony and the tragic death of her daug…

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Episode 4 Gary Ridgway AKA The Green River Killer 33:08

6M ago33:08

33:08

In an intense episode of Twisted Truth, hosts Emily and Alysa take listeners on a harrowing journey into the life and crimes of Gary Ridgway, one of America's most notorious serial killers, also known as the "Green River Killer". This episode reveals the shocking details of Ridgway's childhood, personal relationships, and his horrific murder spree …

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SDG P1 - Exposing the Gap Between Promise and Practice in Sustainability 12:57

6M ago12:57

12:57

Spill the tea - we want to hear from you! Discover the truth behind the curtain of sustainability promises, as we unravel the complexity of global commitments to a sustainable future. Is the global political and corporate leadership really committed to the long haul, or are they merely ticking boxes to appease a growingly conscientious society? The…

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Episode 3 Cassandra Bjorge 32:15

6M ago32:15

32:15

In this chilling episode of ‘Twisted Truth’, we dive headfirst into the turbulent life and horrifying acts of Cassandra Bjorg. This troubled teenager, entangled in a horrific murder plot, painted a horrifying picture of betrayal and endless greed. Starting with the stark portrait of a rocky childhood, we follow the downward spiral of a budding roma…

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Rebroadcast: Shochu 101 1:03:00

7M ago1:03:00

1:03:00

We’re getting back to basics this week in the world of shochu with one of our most popular shows from our back catalog: Shochu 101. Released back in December of 2018, Mr. Shochu himself, Christopher Pellegrini, walks us through the fundamentals that should help anyone new to the category better understand and enjoy Japan’s incredible indigenous spi…

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Matryoshka 4.1 - The Town 2:32:40

7M ago2:32:40

2:32:40

The entire population of a town near the Pacific coast of the RSFSR disappears overnight and the Vladivostok branch of Division 3 is brought in to find where they went and how to bring them back. For comments or questions, email utopologist@protonmail.com. Listen to Lina's labor news podcast Work Stoppage and find Johnny's content on his Linktree. …

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PhD P5 - Steering Through PhD Choices and Academic Budgets 21:50

7M ago21:50

21:50

Spill the tea - we want to hear from you! Embarking on a PhD can be a journey fraught with decisions, but none more crucial than the choice of a supervisor. In the grand finale of our incongruent series, we reach the climax of my doctoral tale, navigating the academic landscapes of Glasgow, Exeter, Westminster, and Portsmouth to uncover a mentor wh…

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Episode 2 Elisabeth Fritzl 50:22

7M ago50:22

50:22

Discover a dark, haunting true crime story in the latest episode of the 'Twisted Truth' podcast. Hosts Emily and Alysa delve into the chilling and infamous case of Elisabeth Fritzl, a survivor of incomprehensible abuse at the hands of her own father, Josef Fritzl, for over twenty-four years. This episode walks listeners through the harrowingly deta…

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Should Sake be Promoted like Wine? 56:01

7M ago56:01

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This week’s episode of Sake On Air we dive further into the topic started with our post “Is wine the best way to promote sake?” last year. Arline Lyons, who wrote the post and has extensively researched the topic, takes a seat behind the mic and joins one of our regular hosts, Sebastien Lemoine to talk more about her findings. However, we thought i…

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PhD P4 - The Price of Scholarship and the Hunt for Hidden Data 14:14

7M ago14:14

14:14

Spill the tea - we want to hear from you! Embark on an academic voyage with us as we dissect the daunting financial mountains aspiring scholars must climb. Episode 4 of 'The Incongruent' peels back the layers on the high costs of PhDs and DBAs, and contrasts them with the more wallet-friendly doctorates by publishing or thesis. Our conversation doe…

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Episode 1 Chris Watts 55:00

7M ago55:00

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In August 2018, Chris Watts murdered his pregnant wife Shanann and their two daughters, Bella and Celeste, in Colorado. He confessed, pleaded guilty to avoid the death penalty, and was sentenced to life in prison without parole. The motive was tied to an extramarital affair. Social Media https://www.instagram.com/twisted_truth_atcp/ Sources News In…

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Noto Earthquake Support 12:57

7M ago12:57

12:57

Many of our listeners are likely aware of the 7.6 magnitude earthquake that struck the Noto Peninsula of Ishikawa Prefecture back on New Years Day, 2024. While the most severe damage was unquestionably across the peninsula, the massive quake reverberated across neighboring prefectures as well, resulting in extensive, far-reaching damage that’s goin…

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PhD P3 - From Theory to Practice The Dance of Academic Research in Business 15:15

7M ago15:15

15:15

Spill the tea - we want to hear from you! Embark on a journey of discovery with us as we investigate the practicalities of academic research and its implications for real-world business challenges. Our latest installment of the PhD pursuit series promises insight into the intricacies of proposing a study that's not only manageable but also fraught …

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PhD P2 - Finding the Perfect PhD Topic: Balancing Personal Passion with Market Needs 18:40

7M ago18:40

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Spill the tea - we want to hear from you! Embark on an intellectual odyssey with us as we unveil the secrets to pinpointing the academic "Goldilocks zone" for PhD research topics—a pursuit that's neither too mainstream nor too obscure. Our journey in this episode is expertly guided by analytical titans like Google Trends and the Gartner Technology …

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Becoming a Kuramoto with Junichi Masuda of Tsukinokatsura 54:26

8M ago54:26

54:26

We are always thrilled to be joined by special guests here at Sake On Air, but it is rather rare that we have a chance to interview a 15th-generation kuramoto. This week we’re thrilled to share our recent interview with Junichi Masuda, newly appointed CEO of Tokubee Masuda Shoten, makers of Tsukinokatsura, a brand of which we are all collectively h…

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PhD P1 - Navigating the Academic Landscape: A Deliberative Approach to Doctoral Research 21:35

8M ago21:35

21:35

Spill the tea - we want to hear from you! This is the first of a multi-part series where I attempt to prepare a proposal to undertake a PhD-grade research project. I'm using two papers to help me: Perry, C. (2002) A structured approach to presenting theses: Notes for students and their supervisors. [Online]. Accessed 12 June 2015. http://users.ugen…

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Rebroadcast: Hot Sake (Kanzake) 101 1:10:59

8M ago1:10:59

1:10:59

This week we’re digging up a classic from the archives that we released back in April 2020. The theme of the week is kanzake, which felt appropriate as a majority of our audience is now officially rolling into the winter months. If you’re interested in more warm/hot sake insight, we highly encourage you to check out the special session we hosted fr…

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Kurabito Stay with Marika Tazawa 40:31

8M ago40:31

40:31

With more travelers these days favoring unique experiences over a few days of leisure for their limited vacation days, Japan’s sake breweries have gradually been improving and expanding their offerings to both domestic and international visitors choosing to tick “sake journey” off their bucket list. An industry that’s largely sheltered itself from …

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Home Health Services: the Meeting. Where to start 9:53

8M ago9:53

9:53

Being a home health clinician is a unique career and to be successful, you must not just have a license but also an understanding of the role you play and how to play that role. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/maksim-ryabtsev/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/maksim-ryabtsev/su…

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Sake in Brazil with Fabio Ota 1:01:51

9M ago1:01:51

1:01:51

Fabio Ota joins regular host Sebastien Lemoine to talk all things sake in Brazil. Fabio, a lawyer turned sake guy, is the CEO and creator of Megasake, São Paulo’s premier sake shop and distributor. He was named a Sake Samurai earlier this year as part of the 18h cohort, and holds 13 different sake certifications. Sebastien and Fabio get into the in…

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Tasting Sake… Professionally? 1:04:45

9M ago1:04:45

1:04:45

For many years a Sake Tasting Competition has been held for selected sake sommeliers from across the country in Tokyo to challenge their tasting skills and knowledge. This year the Brewing Society of Japan has released a special tasting kit, that can be bought by anyone (depending on the availability of it, of course) to help sake professionals and…

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