Best Judge Topher Podcasts (2024)

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Sidebar Ep. 87: Answer The Call! 8:40

8h ago8:40

8:40

Hey there! Welcome to another True Crimes Against Wine Sidebar! 🍷 This week, we're taking you back to the 90s with some voicemail nostalgia before diving into the juicy details of what it means to be an AGM and House Sommelier. You'll get a behind-the-scenes look at how we keep everything running smoothly, from handling financials to making sure ev…

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Sidebar Ep. 86: Rachel's Northern Italy Quiz Challenge 5:38

5d ago5:38

5:38

Hey there, wine lovers! Things get a bit operatic as Rachel faces a quiz about Northern Italy's wine culture, courtesy of Topher and his mischievous staff. Spoiler alert: hilarity ensues! From guessing powerful Renaissance city-states to identifying Italy's grape varieties, Rachel's answers will keep you on the edge of your seat. Plus, you'll disco…

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Sidebar Ep. 85: The Basics You Never Knew 10:33

12d ago10:33

10:33

Hey there, wine lovers! 🍷 In this special sidebar episode of True Crimes Against Wine, Judge Rachel and Topher dive into some of the most frequently asked questions from their staff about wine basics. From the surprising origins of winemaking to the myriad grape varieties out there, you'll be both entertained and educated. Ever wondered how many ty…

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Sidebar Ep. 84: Her Love Don't Cost a Thing 18:26

21d ago18:26

18:26

Judge Rachel delves into the messy love life of Jenny from the block.By Judge Topher, Judge Rachel, Champlify Media

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Sidebar Ep. 83: Slushpuppy 5:59

28d ago5:59

5:59

Our Judges discuss popular summertime libations.By Judge Topher, Judge Rachel, Champlify Media

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CASE 0321: The Fallout From This Season 1:32:40

1M ago1:32:40

1:32:40

DEFENDANT: Walter Goggins EVIDENCE: Mulholland Liquors SCENE OF THE CRIME: California -- Our Judges celebrate the great character actor in the Season 3 Finale. Drink along as they taste not one, not two, but THREE liquors in their booziest case ever!By Judge Topher, Judge Rachel, Champlify Media

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Sidebar Ep 82: I. Am. Your. MOTHER! 4:33

1M ago4:33

4:33

Our Judges field a couple questions from the famous Barbera Ann.By Judge Topher, Judge Rachel, Champlify Media

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CASE 0320: How Does Your Garden Grow? 1:16:36

2M ago1:16:36

1:16:36

DEFENDANT: Monty Don EVIDENCE: Babylonstoren Rosé SCENE OF THE CRIME: South Africa, Chelsea Garden Show -- Our Judges don their garden gloves and fanciest hats to attend the most anticipated Garden Show of the year while chatting about one of Britain's most beloved national treasures.By Judge Topher, Judge Rachel, Champlify Media

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Sidebar Ep. 81: Noble Wines For Tonne 6:18

2M ago6:18

6:18

Judge Topher anticipates the new season of Bridgerton by pairing wines with the sparkling characters of our favorite period piece smut.By Judge Topher, Judge Rachel, Champlify Media

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CASE 0319: Boo, Radley! 1:19:49

2M ago1:19:49

1:19:49

DEFENDANT: To Kill a Mockingbird EVIDENCE: Scout Wild Rose SCENE OF THE CRIME: California -- Our Judges take a very literary take on the classic book by Harper Lee, and conjecture on her personal life.By Judge Topher, Judge Rachel, Champlify Media

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Sidebar Ep. 80: WHIRRRRRRER 3:01

2M ago3:01

3:01

Our Judges test out the latest TikTok trend to see if you can really decant wine in a blender.By Judge Topher, Judge Rachel, Champlify Media

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CASE 3018: Freakshow 1:03:52

3M ago1:03:52

1:03:52

DEFENDANT: Ryan Murphy EVIDENCE: Freakshow Zinfandel SCENE OF THE CRIME: Lodi, CA -- Our Judges visit the traveling carnival to see the sights and discuss the history of "freak" shows.By Judge Topher, Judge Rachel, Champlify Media

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Sidebar Ep. 79: Regrets 6:48

3M ago6:48

6:48

Our Judges discuss the drink choices that live in their deepest regrets.By Judge Topher, Judge Rachel, Champlify Media

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CASE 0317: It's ALL Greek To Me 1:13:27

3M ago1:13:27

1:13:27

DEFENDANT: Ancient Greece EVIDENCE: Medea Wine SCENE OF THE CRIME: Alazani Valley -- Our Judges travel through time and space to ancient Greece, where they dive into wine, democracy, and philosophy.By Judge Topher, Judge Rachel, Champlify Media

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Sidebar Ep. 78: French 75 5:32

3M ago5:32

5:32

Judge Topher delves into the history of the beloved cocktail, the French 75.By Judge Topher, Judge Rachel, Champlify Media

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CASE 0316: Slam Dunk 1:00:58

4M ago1:00:58

1:00:58

DEFENDANT: Dwayne Wade EVIDENCE: Three By Chenin Blanc SCENE OF THE CRIME: California -- Our Judges go court side for a special athletic episode. Rachel delivers a tricky cross examination while Topher plays point guard.By Judge Topher, Judge Rachel, Champlify Media

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Sidebar Ep. 77: Transitional Wines 3:23

4M ago3:23

3:23

Our Judges discuss wines that can transition from winter to spring.By Judge Topher, Judge Rachel, Champlify Media

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CASE 0315: Never Smile At A Crocodile 1:03:04

4M ago1:03:04

1:03:04

DEFENDANT: J. M. Barry EVIDENCE: Neverland Cabernet Sauvignon SCENE OF THE CRIME: Santa Barbara, CA -- Our Judges try another literary case as they travel to Neverland on a magically drunken adventure.By Judge Topher, Judge Rachel, Champlify Media

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Sidebar Ep. 76: Tay-Tay 5:32

4M ago5:32

5:32

Our Judges discuss their thoughts on Taylor Swift and her new boo.By Judge Topher, Judge Rachel, Champlify Media

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CASE 0314: Mr. Dingley and Colonel Brightly 1:11:39

4M ago1:11:39

1:11:39

DEFENDANT: Jane Austen EVIDENCE: Corgi Earl Grey Gin SCENE OF THE CRIME: Oxfordshire, UK -- Our Judges traverse to jolly old England for another special literary/liquor combo! Judge Topher learns about the life and times of one of the greatest romance authors of all time, while Judge Rachel struggles to stay dry.…

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Sidebar Ep. 76: It's Britney, B! 8:25

5M ago8:25

8:25

Our Judges discuss Britney's memoir and the subsequent fall out.By Judge Topher, Judge Rachel, Champlify Media

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CASE 0313: Vroom Vroom! 54:05

5M ago54:05

54:05

DEFENDANT: Jeff Gordon EVIDENCE: Manos Cabernet Sauvignon SCENE OF THE CRIME: Lundi, CA -- Our Judges buckle up for a day at the races with the King of NASCAR. A particularly competitive cross examination ensues.By Judge Topher, Judge Rachel, Champlify Media

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Sidebar Ep. 75: Roses Are Red... 4:21

5M ago4:21

4:21

Our Judges discuss romantic cocktails for Valentine's Day.By Judge Topher, Judge Rachel, Champlify Media

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CASE 0312: Beer Me, Bruh 1:05:55

5M ago1:05:55

1:05:55

DEFENDANT: Dylan Mulvaney EVIDENCE: Bud Light SCENE OF THE CRIME: Everywhere, all of Time -- Our Judges travel back in time to ancient Egypt and tackle the world's most popular potable beverage! Along the way they celebrate some of our many great trans icons.By Judge Topher, Judge Rachel, Champlify Media

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Sidebar Ep. 74: The Art of Elimination 3:55

6M ago3:55

3:55

Judge Topher discusses which grape varietal he would vote off the island given the chance.By Judge Topher, Judge Rachel, Champlify Media

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CASE 0311: To Drink Or Not To Drink 1:06:13

6M ago1:06:13

1:06:13

DEFENDANT: William Shakespeare EVIDENCE: Mondavi Oberon Chardonnay SCENE OF THE CRIME: Carneros, CA -- Our fair Judges sojourn to the land of the sun, Where once they say the West was won, Where all that glisters nae be gold, But Judge Rachel is definitely very old. Thank you.By Judge Topher, Judge Rachel, Champlify Media

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Sidebar Ep. 73: Ho-ho-holiday Movies 7:13

6M ago7:13

7:13

Our judges discuss their favorite holiday movies from Christmas to Groundhog Day.By Judge Topher, Judge Rachel, Champlify Media

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CASE 0310: This Episode Is Precious... 1:15:12

6M ago1:15:12

1:15:12

DEFENDANT: J.R.R. Tolkein EVIDENCE: The Fellowship of the Ring Special Edition Cabernet Sauvignon (Manos Wines) SCENE OF THE CRIME: Lodi, CA -- Our Judges trek from Oxford to Middle Earth to try a fantastical case full of warm Hobbit tidbits, Elven wiles, and Orcish dangers.By Judge Topher, Judge Rachel, Champlify Media

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Sidebar Ep. 72: Eggnog; Yay or Nay? 5:21

7M ago5:21

5:21

Our Judges discuss whether eggnog is a delicious holiday treat or a gross mess.By Judge Topher, Judge Rachel, Champlify Media

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CASE 0309: Ice Princess 58:25

7M ago58:25

58:25

DEFENDANT: Wayne Gretzky EVIDENCE: No. 99 Ice Wine SCENE OF THE CRIME: Ontario, Canada -- Our Judges travel to the Great North to inspect the product of a true hockey great. Topher explains the sport and Rachel delivers a particularly hard cross examination.By Judge Topher, Judge Rachel, Champlify Media

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Sidebar Ep. 71: Jingle Bell Rock 6:06

7M ago6:06

6:06

Our Judges discuss and rank their favorite Christmas albums.By Judge Topher, Judge Rachel, Champlify Media

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CASE 0308: This Is About Sally... 1:14:58

7M ago1:14:58

1:14:58

DEFENDANT: Thomas Jefferson EVIDENCE: The Federalist Special Reserve 2021 SCENE OF THE CRIME: Lodi, CA -- Our Judges tour Monticello as they navigate a very tricky case. Puppies, Sister wives, and a breath bating, no holds barred Cross Examination ensue! Also, listen to your Black friends. Thanks!By Judge Topher, Judge Rachel, Champlify Media

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Sidebar Ep. 70: Arsenio WHO? 4:04

7M ago4:04

4:04

Our Judges go over the career of Arsenio Hall.By Judge Topher, Judge Rachel, Champlify Media

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CASE 0307: Always Be My Irish Baby 54:59

8M ago54:59

54:59

DEFENDANT: Mariah Carey EVIDENCE: Black Irish, Irish Creme. -- Our Judges dive into some Irish Creme liqueur and discuss the diva that is Mariah Carey. Pooping habits are also brought up as Judge Topher makes a shocking confession.By Judge Topher, Judge Rachel, Champlify Media

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Sidebar Ep. 69: Who is Kendell Jackson? 4:08

8M ago4:08

4:08

Our Judges explore the powerhouse winery that is Kendell Jackson.By Judge Topher, Judge Rachel, Champlify Media

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CASE 0306: The Thankfully Departed 1:16:01

8M ago1:16:01

1:16:01

DEFENDANTS: The Grateful Dead EVIDENCE: Grateful Dead Old Vine Zinfandel 2021 SCENE OF THE CRIME: Lodi, CA -- Our Judges take on a particularly dangerous case as they travel to San Francisco to put the first big jam band on trial.By Judge Topher, Judge Rachel, Champlify Media

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Sidebar Ep. 68: A Wine Most Versatile 9:24

8M ago9:24

9:24

Did you know that there can be more to wine than just drinking? Judge Topher shares some surprising alternative uses for the beverage.By Judge Topher, Judge Rachel, Champlify Media

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CASE 0305: The Cask of Amontillado 1:04:09

9M ago1:04:09

1:04:09

DEFENDANT: Edgar Allen Poe EVIDENCE: Amontillado Sherry SCENE OF THE CRIME: Jarez, Spain -- Our Judges juggle between Baltimore and Spain in this very spooky special Halloween episode!By Judge Topher, Judge Rachel, Champlify Media

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Sidebar Ep. 67: Transitional Wines 3:16

9M ago3:16

3:16

Our Judges discuss how to transition your drinking from summer to fall.By Judge Topher, Judge Rachel, Champlify Media

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CASE 0304: What Do YOU Call Your Spouse??? 1:08:28

9M ago1:08:28

1:08:28

DEFENDANT: Jack London EVIDENCE: Jack London Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 SCENE OF THE CRIME: Lodi, California, USA -- Our Judges sojourn west along the Yukon trail to review their most wild wine to date. Northern lights aside, some truly... interesting... spousal nicknames are revealed.By Judge Topher, Judge Rachel, Champlify Media

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Sidebar Ep. 66: Pop Quiz! 3:30

9M ago3:30

3:30

Judge Rachel tests the limits of Judge Topher's wine knowledge with a series of rapid fire questions.By Judge Topher, Judge Rachel, Champlify Media

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CASE 0303: The OG Dr. McDreamy 47:57

10M ago47:57

47:57

DEFENDANT: George Clooney EVIDENCE: Casamigos Tequila SCENE OF THE CRIME: Mexico -- Our Judges return to sunny Mexico, where they sip on a beverage of royal pedigree, sample fun twists on a classic cocktail, and discuss their nipple product empire.By Judge Topher, Judge Rachel, Champlify Media

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Sidebar Ep. 65: She Just Took A DNA Test, And... 4:49

10M ago4:49

4:49

Judge Rachel expounds on the recent Lizzo scandal and all its sordid details.By Judge Topher, Judge Rachel, Champlify Media

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CASE 0302: I Did Not Have Relations With That Wine 1:15:06

10M ago1:15:06

1:15:06

DEFENDANT: Bill Clinton EVIDENCE: Arkansas Red Blend SCENE OF THE CRIME: Arkansas River Valley -- Our Judges travel to a little known wine region in the mountains of Arkansas, where they put our former President on trial for the second time in his life.By Judge Topher, Judge Rachel, Champlify Media

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Sidebar Ep. 64: A Hill To Die On 9:16

10M ago9:16

9:16

Judge Rachel delves into the recent Jonah Hill "scandal" and both judges endeavor to take sides...By Judge Topher, Judge Rachel, Champlify Media

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CASE 0301: Dancing in the Dark 53:47

11M ago53:47

53:47

DEFENDANT(S): Julianne Hough and Nina Dobrev EVIDENCE: Fresh Vine Rosé SCENE OF THE CRIME: Sonoma Mountain, CA -- Happy Season 3 premiere! Our Judges dance their way though the lives of a dynamic duo of femme fatales. Will they make it out alive?By Judge Topher, Judge Rachel, Champlify Media