Best Drew French Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 201 – You Can Go Home Again

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Denny went back home to Newtown Iowa for the first time in decades and wouldn’t you know it, there was a brewery there! Denny sat down with Joe Kesteloot, head brewer of Gezellig Brewing. Denny even found a hazy that he liked! Episode Links: Norwalk Brewhouse Indie Go Go: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/norwalk-brew-house–3/x/26239203#/ Craft Br…

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

1h 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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Foreigners Everywhere: Adriano Pedrosa and Yana Peel 22:43

2h ago22:43

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Season Four of CHANEL Connects, the flagship arts and culture podcast, concludes with Adriano Pedrosa, curator of the 60th edition of the Venice Biennale and the Artistic Director of the São Paulo Museum of Art. In conversation with Yana Peel, Global Head of Arts & Culture at CHANEL, Pedrosa discusses the theme for this year’s Biennale: Stranieri O…

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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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Julia Hauser on A Taste for Purity: An Entangled History of Vegetarianism 54:53

1h ago54:53

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This discussion is with Dr. Julia Hauser, a cultural historian interested in the entanglements of Europe, the US and Asia, mainly India and the Middle East, during the nineteenth and twentieth century. She has worked on female mission in late Ottoman Beirut, the entangled history of vegetarianism between Europe, the US, and India, and the global hi…

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Imani D. Owens on Turn the World Upside Down: Empire and Unruly Forms of Black Folk Culture in the U.S. and Caribbean 1:20:15

28m ago1:20:15

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This discussion is with Dr. Imani D. Owens, an associate professor of English at Rutgers University-New Brunswick. She studies and teaches African American and Caribbean literature, music, and performance. Her research has been supported by a Postdoctoral Fellowship in African American Studies at Princeton University, a Woodrow Wilson Career Enhanc…

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Using Excel as the Ultimate Data Analysis Tool (w/ Sonali Kumar & Chris French) 54:31

4d ago54:31

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Microsoft Excel is the most widely used data analysis tool on the planet, but somehow it doesn’t get the love it deserves. In this episode, Sonali and Chris talk about how they leverage Excel in their data roles at prominent companies, and share practical tips you can use to add more value to your own organization. You’ll leave the show with an ins…

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The Venetian Script: Michael Rock and Irma Boom 24:39

4h ago24:39

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At the Palazzo Persico, the world-famous designers Michael Rock and Irma Boom reflect on Venice’s pivotal role in the history of book publishing – and its influence on generations of contemporary artists. Michael is the co-founder of 2x4, while Boom has designed more than 300 books across her career. Together, they explore how, more than 500 years …

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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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Effective Data Governance Strategies For Organizations (w/ George Firican) 41:19

2h ago41:19

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Data governance is more important than ever today, but it’s something a lot of companies still struggle with. During this live show, George Firican will demystify data governance, breaking down its core components and sharing practical advice that you can use to make improvements at your organization. What You'll Learn: Why data governance is more …

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The Islanders: Hildigunnur Birgisdóttir and Trevor Yeung 25:10

8d ago25:10

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This episode connects two artists from countries uniquely impacted by climate change. Representing Iceland and Hong Kong, Hildigunnur Birgisdóttir and Trevor Yeung are navigating this year’s Venice Biennale and Venice as a city, much the way they treat their island homes. At the Conservatorio di Musica, looking out onto the Italian canals, they dis…

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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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Drinks with Marc - Two Scottish Gins 57:12

11d ago57:12

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In our latest episode, my cousin Marc joins us as we enjoy two delicious gins from Scotland. Throughout the episode, we learn about some of the very cool places that Marc has had a chance to visit - including Wales, England, Cuba and New Zealand. And in Off The Beaten Path, Marc adds a new category to my favorite segment. Come for the gin, and stic…

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Data Career Lessons & AI Insights (w/ Megan Bowers) 44:55

4d ago44:55

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Megan Bowers has had a fascinating career path. She studied Industrial Engineering before landing in data where she’s held roles as an Analyst, Senior Analyst, Data Journalist, and is now the host of the Alter Everything podcast by Alteryx. In this episode, Megan shares practical tips and useful anecdotes from her journey, and talks about some of t…

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Curators and the Zeitgeist: Simon Castets and Courtney J. Martin 24:44

7d ago24:44

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What makes a great curator, and what brings them to the Venice Biennale, without fail, for the past two decades? In this episode, distinguished curators from the museum world connect to share their stories of seeing and discovery. Simon Castets, Director of Strategic Initiatives at LUMA Arles in France, speaks with Courtney J. Martin, Executive Dir…

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Brew Files – Episode 168 – True Blue Brews with Peter 58:44

29d ago58:44

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The Brew Is Out There! Peter is back with his fourth book about Australian brewing – True Blue Brews. He and Drew talk the invention of refrigeration, yeast isolation and other practices that radically changed Australia’s brewing habits and what we can learn from it today! Links Victoria Lager Recipe: https://www.experimentalbrew.com/2024/08/05/189…

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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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Telling Your Data Story (w/ Scott Taylor - The Data Whisperer) 47:20

12d ago47:20

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In Analytics and Data Science departments, we’ve got a pretty good sense for why investing in data is important for any organization. But how well could you pitch your company to spend its precious resources on improving data quality or better data management practices? Could you tell that data story to the right stakeholders when it matters? In th…

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The Sparring Partners: William Kentridge and Carolyn Christov-Bakargiev 33:42

14d ago33:42

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The South African multidisciplinary artist William Kentridge and the famed curator Carolyn Christov-Bakargiev have created some of the most resonant work of their time. These two giants of the art world discuss the Venice installation of William’s film Self-Portrait as a Coffee Pot, Carolyn’s work as the former director of the Castello di Rivoli mu…

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

16d 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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Level Up from Data Analyst to Senior Analyst (w/ Drew Mooney & Katie Underwood) 47:30

19d ago47:30

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Are you ready to elevate your career and advance from Analyst to Sr. Analyst and beyond? In this episode, you’ll hear from two fantastic Analytics Managers who each lead their own data teams, and know exactly what it takes to get to the next level. We’ll be sharing some of their best strategies and actionable advice that will help you understand wh…

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The France Pavilion: Julien Creuzet 22:11

21d ago22:11

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Julien Creuzet, one of the world’s leading contemporary artists, connects with Alvin Li, Curator of International Art at the Tate Modern in London. Julien is a professor at the Ecole des Beaux-Arts de Paris and the first French-Caribbean artist to represent France at the Venice Biennale. Supported by the CHANEL Culture Fund, his exhibition blends s…

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Episode 200 – REPLAY – Hopping at HomeBrewCon

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Normally this time of year we’d be bringing you a taste of HomeBrewCon, but with no full event this year, let’s revisit last year’s show! Live from San Diego – It’s the Denny and Drew and Friends Show! Seriously, we’re joined by our friends from HomeBrewCon to talk the conference and homebrewing while enjoying a few wonderful homebrews as well! Epi…

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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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Delivering An Effective Data Presentation (w/ Christopher Chin) 44:22

26d ago44:22

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Being able to present your analysis and convince your teammates to take action is a huge part of the job for any Data Analyst or Data Scientist. But for many of us, delivering effective presentations isn’t something that comes naturally. Fortunately, everyone (including you) can improve their communication skills if they know what to focus on. In t…

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The Gallerists: Sadie Coles OBE and Angelina Volk 25:52

28d ago25:52

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We connect two remarkable women from the international gallery scene – the legendary Sadie Coles, who has shaped the art world for decades, and Angelina Volk, a prominent young gallerist who is set to do the same for the next generation. Sadie founded her eponymous gallery in central London in 1997; Angelina founded EMALIN gallery in east London ne…

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Jason Allen-Paisant on Engagements with Aimé Césaire: Thinking with Spirits 1:14:18

1M ago1:14:18

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You’re listening to Conversations in Atlantic Theory, a podcast dedicated to books and ideas generated from and about the Atlantic world. In collaboration with the Journal of French and Francophone Philosophy, these conversations explore the cultural, political, and philosophical traditions of the Atlantic world, ranging from European critical theo…

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

1M 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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5 Pro Tips for Identifying & Cleaning Dirty Data (w/ Susan Walsh - The Classification Guru) 48:09

2M ago48:09

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Data quality is the foundation of everything we do as Data Analysts and Data Scientists. So why do so many organizations suffer from dirty data? And what can you do to clean it up? In this session, we’ll share some of the best data cleaning strategies and real actionable advice from The Classification Guru, Susan Walsh. You’ll leave with a solid pl…

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Kathleen Spanos and Sinclair Emoghene on Dancing in the World: Revealing Cultural Confluences 1:10:22

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You’re listening to Conversations in Atlantic Theory, a podcast dedicated to books and ideas generated from and about the Atlantic world. In collaboration with the Journal of French and Francophone Philosophy, these conversations explore the cultural, political, and philosophical traditions of the Atlantic world, ranging from European critical theo…

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The Power of Sound: Vicky Krieps, Andrea Mancini and Every Island 29:12

2M ago29:12

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Recorded at Venice’s Conservatorio di Musica, this episode explores art collectives, performance and the power of sound. Actress Vicky Krieps, star of Phantom Thread and Corsage, connects with the artist and musician Andrea Mancini and Every Island art collective, who are presenting work at the Luxembourg Pavilion at this year’s Venice Biennale. Vi…

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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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The Critics in Venice: Kimberly Drew and Andrew Durbin 27:37

2M ago27:37

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For the Venice Biennale Edition of CHANEL’s flagship arts and culture podcast, Andrew Durbin, author and Editor-in-Chief of Frieze magazine, connects with Kimberly Drew, author, critic and Curatorial Director at Pace Gallery. Kimberly has developed a huge online following for the way she uses emerging platforms to communicate about art. And, as the…

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CHANEL Connects from the 60th Venice Biennale 0:30

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Welcome to Season 4 of CHANEL Connects. This series takes you to the Venice Biennale—the essential cultural event of 2024— where leading artists, curators, gallerists, and thinkers join CHANEL’s flagship arts and culture podcast. Through a series of generous and revealing conversations, each episode explores the defining issues of our time. Listen …

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Brew Files – Episode 167 – IPAs with Gourmet Brewing

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The Brew Is Out There! It’s a game of reverso! Denny and Drew get interviewed by Doug Piper of Gourmet Brewing about what makes a great IPA! Links Gourmet Brewing: https//gourmetbrewing.com Gourmet Brewing YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DougPipersr Gourmet Brewing Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegourmetbrewing/ This episode is brought to y…

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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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Drinks with the Outlaws - Two gins from South Carolina 1:10:54

2M ago1:10:54

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For our latest episode, my guests are affectionately known as “The Outlaws” - Beth Jester, Andy King and Alyssa Jester. They are also my cousin-in-laws. And in this episode, we try a couple of gins that I picked up while visiting my cousins in South Carolina. And as we try these new gins, we talk about the annual documentation of showing who marrie…

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How to Land Your First Data Role (w/ Annie Nelson & Ian Klosowicz) 47:15

2M ago47:15

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A data career is an amazing path. Once you’re inside, you have good job prospects, fun and challenging work, constant opportunities to learn, solid comp, and can often work from anywhere. But it can be hard to break in. Today, in 2024, there seems to be more competition than ever for entry level roles. So how can you get started? In this episode, w…

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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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The Future of AI in Data (w/ "Alex the Analyst") 45:22

2M ago45:22

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A lot of Data Analysts and Data Scientists are worried about how AI will impact their careers and the future of the industry. Is AI coming for our jobs? Or is this just another example of new technology that can make us more effective? In this episode, YouTube’s Alex The Analyst will walk you through the state of AI in data, some of the most intere…

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EPISODE #41: Les histoires de mode & L'origine de l'identification des genres à travers les vêtements (Version française) 29:34

3M ago29:34

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Send us a text Les hommes ont-ils toujours porté des pantalons et les femmes des jupes ? Le rose a-t-il toujours été la couleur des filles et le bleu celle des garçons ? Comment faisaient les gens pour savoir si la personne en face d’eux était un homme ou une femme ? Et l’identification du genre à travers les vêtements a-t-elle toujours été présent…

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EPISODE #42: Fashion Stories & The origins of gender identification through clothes (English version) 28:05

3M ago28:05

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Send us a text Have men always wear pants and women skirts? Has rose always been the color for girls and blue the color for boys? How did people do to know if the person in front of them was a man or a woman? And has gender identification through clothing been always there and important? These are some of the main questions we will try to find answ…

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

2M 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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Drinks with Todd - Two gins from Detroit 53:44

3M ago53:44

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My cousin Todd joins us as we try two gins from Detroit, the Arsenal of Democracy as it was known during the Second World War. While sipping the gins, we talk about the Detroit Lions and their new uniforms, how Todd is related to those who resemble Aaron Rodgers and John Elway, his podcast - “Saturday at Seven”, and we go through our final rounds o…

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The Skills Every Data Analyst Needs (w/ Matt Mike) 46:19

3M ago46:19

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To build a successful career in data, you need to focus on the right skills. You need to focus on skills that will open doors, make you job-ready, help you attract employers, and put you on the right track toward growing your career. But where should you start? In this episode, Matt Mike will give his thoughts on the most important skills you’ll ne…

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Build & Grow Your Personal Brand in Data (w/ Kate Strachnyi & Kristen Kehrer) 48:54

3M ago48:54

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Having a strong personal brand is one of the best things you can do to stand out from your competition in today’s difficult job market. In this episode, you’ll learn why brand building should be at the top of your list, and more importantly, hear actionable tips that you can use to make progress right away. We’ll be sharing some of the best strateg…

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