Best Orange Fizz Podcasts (2024)

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Fizz Five 7/19: EA CFB Game, Kiyan Anthony, and SU Fundraising 32:49

6d ago32:49

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Adam Gotkin and Dan Shalam connect to discuss all things SU athletics. 1. Ranking SU Football roadtrips (1:04)2. The new EA CFB Video game (8:54)3. Kiyan Anthony Update (15:02)4. SU athletics fundraising success(20:10)5. Football Recruiting Struggles (24:04)By Orange Fizz

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Ep 62 Tips for Navigating Small Wine Shops with Desirae Ballard (Part 2) 26:13

4h ago26:13

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When you walk into a wine shop do you immediately feel intimidated about the selection of wines? Is wine more expensive at a small wine shop? What if you can’t find something in your budget? According to today’s guest, Desirae Ballard, if the small wine shop is doing their job right then you will absolutely find something within your budget! And th…

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Ep 61 Building Community Through Wine at The Grape Choice (Part 1) 39:27

1h ago39:27

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From bartender and manager to wine shop owner, Desirae Ballard is on a mission to create a welcoming and inclusive space for all wine lovers at The Grape Choice in Kirkland, WA. Desirae is the owner of The Grape Choice Wine Store and Wine Bar in Kirkland, Washington. Since purchasing The Grape Choice in 2023, Desirae has taken this 40 year old wine…

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Ep 60 The Ultimate Guide to Hosting a Wine Tasting Party at Home 28:12

3d ago28:12

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So, you want to host a wine tasting party at home but you have a lot of questions? And the biggest question is where do you even begin!? Plus: How many people should you invite? What kind of wine should you have and what order should you sample it in? I’m answering all of these questions and more on today’s episode! We’ll dive into how to choose a …

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Ep 59 Santa Barbara Wine Travel Guide! 38:35

10d ago38:35

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Why do I love Santa Barbara wine country so much? Aside from Walla Walla, which you know I love so much, Santa Barbara is my second favorite wine region in the US. It’s not pretentious at all. It’s just a bunch of wine lovers making wine that they love that they then want to share with other people who love wine. Santa Barbara has lots of smaller a…

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Ep 58 Croatian Wine: Exploring Indigenous Grapes and Unique Flavors with Jennifer Kerum 1:03:20

18d ago1:03:20

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When we think of wine, countries like France, Italy, and Spain often come to mind as the leading producers of the world's finest vintages. However, tucked away in the heart of Europe lies a hidden gem waiting to be explored - Croatia. We are talking about ancient vineyards, indigenous grapes, unique flavor profiles, the history of winemaking in Cro…

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Ep 57 Grape Deep Dive - Merlot 36:21

26d ago36:21

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I’m back with another wine grape deep dive and this time it’s Merlot! If I’m being honest, I tend to skip right over Merlot when I see it on the menu. However, after a lot of research, I think I’ve changed my own mind about this grape! Join me as we dive into the rise and fall of the Merlot grape! We’ll get into how Merlot went from being a superst…

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Fizz Five 6/14: Sadiq White, College Football Playoff, and Joey Chestnut 18:04

29d ago18:04

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Tyler Aitken and Dan Papillo jump on this week's Fizz Five Podcast. They break down Syracuse basketball and football recruiting, the Orange's chance at being a CFP Cinderella, and Joey Chestnut's hot dog eating contest ban.1. Sadiq White (1:07)2. Basketball Recruiting Update (3:18)3. Wyatt Bowman (6:49)4. SU's Playoff Chances (9:25)5. Joey Chestnut…

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Ep 56 My Go-To Chillable Red Wines for Summer 29:28

1M ago29:28

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The clouds have started to break. The sun stays out longer. And the weather is getting warmer, which means that summer is finally here! And with summer here, I feel like a lot of people lean towards Rosé and White wines but there is another style of wine that you are not going to want to miss out on…and that is chillable red wines! Chillable red wi…

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Ep 55 Esja Wines: A Micro Winery Crafting Wines From Their Garage 56:08

1M ago56:08

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When you think of a winemaker you typically think of wines being produced in a winery, right? Well Esja wines are doing things a bit differently and crafting Washington wines that are funky, fresh, and fun and doing so out of their garage! Today, I’m joined by Tanya Bjornsson, an Icelandic-American winemaker who is the owner of Esja wines, a small …

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Ep 54 Celebrating One Year! Your Fav Episodes, My Fav Episodes, the Future of this Podcast and more! 49:58

2M ago49:58

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It’s time to raise our wine glasses and celebrate!! The Cork & Fizz Guide to Wine Podcast is one year old!!!! This episode means so much to me and I’m reflecting on my favorite moments, challenges I’ve encountered along the way, your top 5 favorite episodes to listen to, and my top 5 favorite episodes to record. I’m giving a behind the scenes peek …

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Ep 53 Greek Wine: A Hidden Gem - A Wine Region Miniseries 41:11

2M ago41:11

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Even as a wine enthusiast myself, I sometimes find myself drinking the same wines all the time. Lately it’s been a lot of California and Washington wine and while they are absolutely delicious, when Mr. Cork & Fizz suggested going wine shopping for something new, I didn't hesitate to say yes! So, it was that conversation that inspired me to dig dee…

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Ep 52 Exploring Australia's Unique Wine Varieties with Kim Chalmers of Chalmers Wine 56:05

2M ago56:05

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The Chalmers family’s wine business is nothing short of extraordinary. They place an emphasis on sustainable practices and family-owned values as well as being advocates for broadening perspectives on Australian wine. Australian wine is more than Shiraz or Sémillon. Chalmers is leading the way with their unique flavor profiles. However, those uniqu…

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Ep 51 Top 10 Most Common Wine Questions I’m Asked During a Wine Tasting 37:23

2M ago37:23

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As a wine educator I hold a lot of private tastings, virtually and in person, and I’ve noticed the same questions tend to pop up over and over. So, I thought it would be fun to answer the most common wine questions I’m asked because you may have some of these very same questions! Some of the questions I’m asking in this episode include: the connect…

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Fizz Five 5/4: Syracuse Hoops Roster, SU Men's & Women's Lacrosse Goals in NCAA Tourneys 35:00

3M ago35:00

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Nico Horning and Adam Gotkin jump on this week's Fizz Five Podcast. They break down Syracuse men's basketball's depth and what some realistic goals are for SU men's and women's lacrosse in the NCAA Tournament:1. Bell and Starling Return for SU (1:55)2. Does Syracuse Need a Center? (9:05)3. SU MLAX Loss vs Duke (14:17)4. SU WLAX ACC Tournament (23:4…

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Ep 50 My Favorite Picnic Wines for Spring 38:01

3M ago38:01

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As the sun starts to shine brighter and the weather warms up, there's no better way to embrace the beauty of spring than by enjoying a delightful picnic with friends and family. And what better way to elevate your outdoor gathering than by pairing it with the perfect wines? I may not be super outdoorsy but I can definitely appreciate a great picnic…

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Fizz Five 4/28:Transfer Portal Update, ACC Football Rankings, and Lacrosse Updates 22:25

3M ago22:25

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Tyler Aitken and Dan Shalam connect for another episode of Fizz Five to dive into Syracuse basketball, football, and lacrosse:1. Dakota Leffew Picks Georgia (1:05)2. Jaquan Carlos Commits (6:30)3. William Patterson Transfers (11:27)4. Locked On vs. CFBudge (14:07)5. Lacrosse Postseason Update (18:57)…

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Ep 49 Behind the Scenes of the Punk Rock Side of Wine with Paul Greico, Owner of Terroir Tribeca 58:59

3M ago58:59

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What would you do if you were asked to leave your college and your punishment was to work in your parent’s restaurant and go to Italy for 28 days to visit wineries. Would you go? You better believe that is what today’s guest Paul Greico did and it set a chain of events into motion that would ultimately culminate in Paul becoming the founder and own…

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Fizz Five 4/17: Transfer Portal Update, Football Spring Game Preview, and Lacrosse Talk 32:23

3M ago32:23

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Adam Gotkin and Nico Horning connect for another episode of Fizz Five to dive into Syracuse football, basketball, and lacrosse:1. Syracuse Basketball Transfers Out (0:55)2. Jyare Davis Commitment and Other Potential Orange (6:55)3. Football Spring Game Preview (13:28)4. Men's Lacrosse Season Update (20:20)5. Women's Lacrosse Season Update (26:24)…

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Ep 48 What Factors Influence the Cost of Wine? 27:30

3M ago27:30

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Does price matter when it comes to a bottle of wine? Is a $10 bottle really that different from a $50 bottle of wine? What about a $50 bottle versus a $500 bottle? And what goes into the cost of wine anyway? I’m breaking it all down in today’s episode! From costs involved in grape production and harvesting…to the markups added by distributors, wine…

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Fizz Five 4/12: Dan Engelstad, SU Basketball Transfers, and The Spring Football Game 24:09

3M ago24:09

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Tyler Aitken and Dan Shalam connect for another episode of Fizz Five to dive into Syracuse football and basketball:1. New Syracuse basketball assistant coach Dan Engelstad (1:27)2. Players for Syracuse basketball to target in the portal (7:04)3. Expectations for players who transferred out of Syracuse basketball (12:05)4. Who to look out for at the…

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Ep 47 4 Up and Coming Wine Regions You Don’t Want to Miss 42:47

3M ago42:47

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I’m so excited for today’s episode on 4 up and coming wine regions! And what I love most about this topic is that a listener proposed this idea! I love chatting about anything you’re interested in hearing about! Now, these regions may not necessarily be new in making wine (in fact some are quite old) but they ARE rising in popularity. Join me as we…

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Fizz 5 4/3: Maliq Brown Exits + Eddie Lampkin Jr. Enters, and GMac to Siena 37:51

4M ago37:51

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Ethan Frank and Liam Griffin reconvene on Fizz 5 to discuss everything going on with Syracuse in the transfer portal and a whole lot more:1. Maliq Brown Enters the Portal (1:00)2. Eddie Lampkin Jr. Commits to Syracuse (10:50)3. Gerry McNamara is Officially Introduced at Siena (18:15)4. Syracuse's Other Portal Possibilities (25:10)5. More Excitement…

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Ep 46 Learn About Burgundy Wine with Wine Expert, Alex Lopez 54:13

4M ago54:13

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Located in the heart of France is the renowned region of Burgundy. Burgundy is famed for its vineyards and diverse terroir. From Cote d’Or which is dominated by the Pinot Noir grape to the Cote de Beaune characterized by an abundance of Chardonnay, each sub region holds its own allure and unique varietals. And with such a large region it’s easy to …

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Ep 45 Grape Deep Dive - Barbera 24:24

4M ago24:24

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I’m back with another grape deep dive and this time it’s Barbera! I first fell in love with this grape at my local wine shop and now it’s my go-to for pizza night since they pair so well together! I just love how approachable and fruity this grape is and the fact that you can get an amazing bottle of wine for only $15! Today, I’ll share with you th…

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Fizz Five 3/26: Gerry McNamara, Syracuse Women's Hoops Gets Bounced, Lacrosse 39:05

4M ago39:05

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Basketball season is over on the hill, and Gerry McNamara may have a new home. However, lacrosse season is in full effect. Nico Horning and Adam Gotkin break down the Syracuse women's basketball loss to UConn last night and much more on this week's Fizz Five.1. Gerry McNamara (0:58)2. Women's Basketball Eliminated (9:10)3. Transfer Needs (16:30)4. …

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Fizz Five 3/24: The Transfer Portal, Spring Football, and March Madness 22:47

4M ago22:47

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With the transfer portal open, Tyler Aitken and Francesco Simone check in on who's left so far. Plus, they talk about spring football practices and March Madness1. Transfer Portal (1:18)2. Women's Basketball Bracket (6:54)3. Spring Football Practices (10:22)4. Men's Lacrosse Check-In (14:09)5. March Madness Takes (17:52)…

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Ep 44 All About Sparkling Wine (Champagne, Prosecco, Cava, and more!) 42:27

4M ago42:27

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Did you know that one of my very favorite styles of wine is sparkling wine?! It’s absolutely delicious and I find the history behind sparkling wine so intriguing….especially since it started as an accident, or more accurately, a HAPPY accident! Today’s episode is essentially my Sparkling Wine 101 Tasting that you would get if you booked a private t…

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Fizz Five 3/16: NC State Loss, WBB NCAAT Preview, and Grading Autry 34:59

4M ago34:59

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With basketball regular seasons complete, Liam Griffin and Ethan Frank recap conference tournament play for both Syracuse squads and what’s to come both on and off the court.1. MBB Loss to NC State (1:31-9:22)2. Transfer Portal Talk (9:22-16:22)3. WBB NCAAT Prep (16:22-22:34)4. Boeheim's retirement one year later (22:34-27:56)5. Grading Autry’s fir…

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Ep 43 Elevating Everyday Wine with Hand-Blown Glasvin Wine Glasses with Founder David Kong 48:51

4M ago48:51

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Does a beautiful hand-blown wine glass make a difference when it comes to drinking wine? Are different glasses good for different kinds of wine? Or is it just all a marketing strategy? Today, I have David Kong, founder of Glasvin Stemware, with me. David is changing the game for wine and cocktail lovers everywhere! And he is giving us all the detai…

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Fizz Five 3/6: SU's Loss to Clemson, Women's Basketball Postseason Preview, and Lacrosse Talk 40:32

5M ago40:32

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Adam Gotkin and Nico Horning sit down for another edition of Fizz Five to dive into everything on the hill.1. Clemson Recap (0:40)2. Women's Basketball Postseason Preview (10:05)3. Men's Lacrosse Update (17:46)4. Women's Lacrosse Update (22:33)5. NET Rankings Discussion + SU NCAA tournament chances (27:25)…

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Ep 42 4 Lesser Known Wines You Must Try 24:38

5M ago24:38

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Do you find yourself drinking the same wine all the time? Even as a wine enthusiast, I’m guilty of this myself! And while I know how easy it is to gravitate towards the same wines, I’m here to help you find some fun and interesting new wines to try! Today, I’m introducing you to 4 of my favorite wines that aren’t quite as well known…but they must g…

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Fizz Five 3/2: Bubble Talk, New ACC Hoops Schedule, and Lacrosse Update 33:16

5M ago33:16

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Tyler Aitken and Francesco Simone sit down for another edition of Fizz Five to dive into March Madness:1. Virginia Tech Recap (1:45)2. Louisville Preview (9:27)3. March Madness Preview (13:24)4. ACC Hoops Schedule For 2024-25 (22:35)5. Men's Lacrosse Update (27:12)By Orange Fizz

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Ep 41 Spanish Wine 101 39:53

5M ago39:53

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I love French wine…but I also REALLY love Spanish wine so I knew it was time to do a Spanish Wine 101 episode! Spain has some of the most budget friendly, age worthy wines and if you aren’t drinking Spanish wine yet you will want to by the end of this episode! Today, we are diving into the captivating world of Spanish wine. From the rolling vineyar…

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Fizz Five 2/23: NC State Win, Draymond Green's Comments, and Jim Boeheim Day 29:42

5M ago29:42

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Ethan Frank and Liam Griffin connect for another episode of Fizz Five to dive into Syracuse basketball:1. Syracuse's 87-83 win over NC State (1:20)2. Draymond Green's tweets about Chris Bell (6:20)3. Syracuse women's hoops 58-45 loss to Duke (12:45)4. Syracuse's path to an at-large bid (16:50)5. Jim Boeheim Day vs. Notre Dame (21:40)…

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Ep 40 What Sets Camins 2 Dreams Apart from other Wineries? 52:55

5M ago52:55

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What happens when two friends who are passionate about traveling, chemistry, and wine fall in love with each other? They get married and open a winery together! Wife and wife team, Tara Gomez and Mireia Taribó, are the winemakers and founders of Camins 2 Dreams Winery in Santa Rita Hills, California. Camins 2 Dreams sources their grapes from vineya…

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Fizz Five 2/14: Autry's Biggest Win, Weekend LAX vs Maryland 36:43

5M ago36:43

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A lot of SU sports are in action, perhaps highlighted by Syracuse's upset win over 7th-ranked North Carolina on Tuesday. Nico Horning and Adam Gotkin break it all down on the Fizz Five.1. SU MBB March Madness hopes (1:02)2. Syracuse, North Carolina recap (10:15)3. Dyaisha Fair carries (18:10)4. Men's lacrosse gears up for first big test (24:25)5. W…

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Ep 39 Why You Must Visit Walla Walla on Your Next Wine Trip 46:41

5M ago46:41

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Today, I’m sharing with you one of my favorite wine regions in the entire world, Walla Walla, Washington! To me this region is like a secret little getaway. Like many of you I spend so much of my time feeling stressed out and worrying about everything that needs to get done. And every time I visit Walla Walla I feel so relaxed and chill and it’s li…

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Fizz Five 2/10: Benny Williams, Joe Girard's Return, and Lax Talk 34:15

6M ago34:15

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It's crossover season, which means plenty of sports and stories to discuss. Tyler Aitken and Francesco Simone sat down to break everything down.1. The Dismissal of Benny Williams (1:01)2. Adrian Autry Progress Report (7:26)3. Joe Girard's Return (14:13)4. Men's lacrosse check-in (21:24)5. Is there still hope for the tournament? (26:06)…

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Ep 38 Grape Deep Dive - Riesling 30:57

6M ago30:57

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My grape deep dive is back and this time it’s all about the misunderstood Riesling grape! You may already be thinking: I don’t like Riesling! Either because you think it’s too sweet or it’s too acidic. But here’s where Riesling’s unique characteristics shine…this grape can do both! It can be sweet or acidic and it’s all dependent on where it’s grow…

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Fizz Five 2/1: Boston College Recap, Wake Forest Preview, and Tournament Hopes 24:19

6M ago24:19

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The NCAA Tournament is quickly approaching. Ethan Frank and Liam Griffin discuss how Syracuse's recent and upcoming games affect their chances and more on this week's Fizz Five.1. BC recap (0:58-6:13)2. Recruits in the Dome over the weekend (6:13-10:20)3. Latest in WBB (10:20-14:41)4. Wake preview (14:41-19:46)5. Is there still hope for the tournam…

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Ep 37 How One Colorado Winery is Navigating Challenges and Crafting Boutique Wines 1:05:30

6M ago1:05:30

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What’s it like owning a winery in Colorado and growing grapes at 6,000 feet above sea? For Jayme and Steve it’s been fraught with surprising challenges and extravagant wins! Today I’m talking with Colorado winemakers and founders of The Storm Cellar, Jayme Henderson and Steve Steese. The Storm Cellar is a boutique winery, located in Hotchkiss, Colo…

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Fizz Instant Reaction | Syracuse Falls to Boston College 80-75 10:28

6M ago10:28

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Nico Horning breaks down what went wrong for the Orange with Adam Gotkin in an 80-75 Syracuse loss to Boston College.By Orange Fizz

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Fizz Five 1/24: SU Falls Flat After Buzzer-Beater, Road Test for FLJ's squad, and Men's LAX 42:11

6M ago42:11

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Adam Gotkin and Nico Horning caught up for another edition of Fizz Five to discuss men's and women's Syracuse hoops. Plus, men's lacrosse season is right around the corner.1. Syracuse, Florida State Recap (1:10)2. Judah Mintz (7:10)3. Syracuse Women's Basketball (13:30)4. Orange Men's Lacrosse Around the Corner (23:35)5. Syracuse, NC State Hoops Pr…

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Ep 36 5 Simple Tips for Ordering Wine at a Restaurant 27:48

6M ago27:48

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Does the wine list at your favorite restaurant overwhelm you? Ordering wine at a restaurant can be an overwhelming experience, especially when faced with a lengthy wine list that’s multiple pages long and in a language that seems foreign! If you can relate then you are going to be so excited for today’s episode! I’m sharing my best tips on ordering…

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Fizz Instant Reaction | FSU Downs Syracuse 85-69 26:37

6M ago26:37

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Ethan Frank guides you through Adrian Autry's postgame press conference, talks with JJ Starling in the locker room, and gives some thoughts of his own before being joined by Nico Horning to recap Syracuse's tough second half in a blowout loss to Florida State.By Orange Fizz

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Fizz Five 1/19: Syracuse's Center Problem, the Cardiac 'Cuse, and a Coaching Deep Dive 35:28

6M ago35:28

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Francesco Simone and Tyler Aitken sat down for another edition of Fizz Five, breaking down the top hoops news on the hill.1. Pittsburgh Recap (1:09)2. Syracuse's Center Problem (10:02)3. Miami Preview (16:55)4. Women's Basketball: Cardiac 'Cuse (22:57)5. Autry vs. Brown (28:33)By Orange Fizz

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Ep 35 French Wine 101 Part Deux - The Lesser Known Regions 38:18

6M ago38:18

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I promised you a part two to my French Wine 101 episode and it’s finally here! If you haven’t listened to part one yet, go back and listen to Episode 19 - French Wine 101. There we talked about the most popular and well known regions of France - Bordeaux, Burgundy, Champagne, Loire Valley, and the Rhone Valley. Today, we are going to go off the bea…

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Ep 34 Exploring Australian Wine with Jane Lopes - Importer, Sommelier and Author of Vignette: Stories of Life and Wine in 100 Bottles 59:35

6M ago59:35

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Are you ready to uncork a wealth of knowledge and passion for Australian wine? In today's episode, Nashville-based sommelier, author and importer Jane Lopes takes us on a journey through the lesser known wines of Australia! Jane shares with us what sparked her interest in Australian wine and how that spark led to her and her husband importing Austr…

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Fizz Five 1/9: Marcellus Barnes Commits, Big Week of Basketball, and a Hoops Recruiting Update 35:45

7M ago35:45

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Liam Griffin and Ethan Frank are back together for another edition of Fizz 5 to discuss the biggest stories in Central New York:1. Marcellus Barnes Jr. Commits to Syracuse Football (1:10)2. Syracuse Men’s Basketball Week Preview (7:45)3. Syracuse Women’s Basketball Week Preview (14:55)4. Syracuse Football 2024 Schedule Analysis (21:25)5. Syracuse B…

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