Best Point Noir Podcasts (2024)

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E84: Writing Rat Face: A Point Blank Limited Series (Episode 10) 22:21

13d ago22:21

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Welcome to "Writing Rat Face," a Point Blank Limited Series on one writer's process of writing a 50,000 word novel first draft. Rat Face is a post-apocalyptic crime novel set in a world ravaged by nuclear war and climate change. The main character, Rat Face, is a noir-ish hitman and delinquent looking to solve his father figure's murder before the …

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

3h ago39:00

39:00

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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Skate (2007) with Oli Brotherhood 1:32:14

1d ago1:32:14

1:32:14

In this episode of the Bonus Points Podcast Joe, Oli and special guest Oli Brotherhood discuss Skate (2007) in-depth then debate where it should go on THE LIST. Click here for the list! You can find Oli Brotherhood's channel Mumbo Jumbo here SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://patreon.com/thebonuspoints [£2/$3 tier = TBP Discord, Extra Credit Podcast an…

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Costco Kirkland Signature Old Vine Zinfandel Challenge! (Kirkland wines vs. similarly priced wines) 42:26

6d ago42:26

42:26

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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Great American Sparklers: 2024 Edition! (California Brut Sparkling Wines for the 4th of July - or Anytime!) 39:10

13d ago39:10

39:10

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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Pokémon Gold and Silver (Game Boy) 1:27:03

15d ago1:27:03

1:27:03

In this episode of the Bonus Points Podcast Joe and Oli discuss Pokémon Gold and Silver in-depth then debate where it should go on THE LIST. Click here for the list! SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://patreon.com/thebonuspoints [£2/$3 tier = TBP Discord, Extra Credit Podcast and behind the scenes content] [£5/$6 tier = Early access, name in video of po…

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Getting Serious About Rosé #1: Pinot Noir Rosé (Choose a Rosé based on the red wines you like!) 37:59

20d ago37:59

37:59

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

27d ago46:05

46:05

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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Zone of the Enders The 2nd Runner 53:53

29d ago53:53

53:53

n this episode of the Bonus Points Podcast Joe and Oli discuss Zone of the Enders The 2nd Runner in-depth then debate where it should go on THE LIST. SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://patreon.com/thebonuspoints [£2/$3 tier = TBP Discord, Extra Credit Podcast and behind the scenes content] [£5/$6 tier = Early access, name in video of podcast, TBP Disco…

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Malbec: The Ultimate Summer Cookout Wine! (A lush, fruity, inexpensive crowd-pleaser) 40:58

1M ago40:58

40:58

Summer is here, and that means cookouts with family and friends! If you are wondering what kind of wine would be a crowd-pleaser and pair well with food and fun, we have the perfect answer: Malbec! This juicy, well-balanced wine from Argentina is an inexpensive wine that doesn’t taste or drink like it's inexpensive. You may ask why would a wine fro…

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Minisode #13: Help! I Don’t Know How to Love White Wine! (Use the B-FAST method to learn to love White Wine) 17:58

1M ago17:58

17:58

We introduce you to the B-FAST method in this minisode so you can become a white wine lover. What’s that you say, you’ve never heard of the B-FAST method? Well, that’s because it is a Wine Pair Podcast original! To love a thing, you have to learn about a thing, and you have to spend time with a thing. You can’t just go with your first impression! Y…

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Harold Halibut 1:06:26

1M ago1:06:26

1:06:26

In this episode of the Bonus Points Podcast Joe and Oli discuss Harold Halibut in-depth then debate where it should go on THE LIST. SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://patreon.com/thebonuspoints [£2/$3 tier = TBP Discord, Extra Credit Podcast and behind the scenes content] [£5/$6 tier = Early access, name in video of podcast, TBP Discord, Extra Credit P…

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Minisode #12: What Are the Noble Grapes? (And Why Should You Care?) 14:17

2M ago14:17

14:17

When it comes to wine grapes, it’s ok to play the field, but it is a good idea to get to know the Noble Grapes. And the good news is - you may already be really familiar with them. That’s because many of the most popular wines and wine blends, both red and white, are often made of these grapes. But what makes them Noble? We’ll tell you! And does th…

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Special Episode! Meet the (Wine) Makers #8: Jennie Murphy of Oxlee Graham Wines! (From forensics to wine making, being a woman in the wine industry 41:57

2M ago41:57

41:57

Jennie Murphy is, like her grandmothers who she named her winery after, a tough, resilient, and determined woman. After losing her home in the 2017 wine country fires, she started to seriously think about starting her own winery. We learned a ton about the winemaking world in our conversation with her - things that the average wine drinker never th…

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Goodboy Galaxy 1:11:44

2M ago1:11:44

1:11:44

In this episode of the Bonus Points Podcast Joe and Oli discuss Goodboy Galaxy in-depth then debate where it should go on THE LIST. You can buy Goodboy Galaxy here: https://www.goodboygalaxy.com/ SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://patreon.com/thebonuspoints [£2/$3 tier = TBP Discord, Extra Credit Podcast and behind the scenes content] [£5/$6 tier = Ear…

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WTF is White Grenache? (AKA Garnatxa Blanca and Grenache Blanc, an underrated white wine, an alternative for Chardonnay lovers, a good summer wine) 38:48

2M ago38:48

38:48

Yes, it’s true, they make Grenache is white as well as red! And it’s a great summer wine! Popular in the Catalonia area of Spain where it is known as Garnatxa Blanca, and in the Rhône area of France where it is often used as a blending grape and known as Grenache Blanc, White Grenache is a tasty, complex, and food friendly white wine that deserves …

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Spain’s Answer to Champagne: Cava! (A step up from Prosecco at a similar price) 42:17

2M ago42:17

42:17

A 10 point wine in this episode! If you want a higher-class alternative to Prosecco at the same price point, then Cava is your wine. Cava is an underrated sparkling wine from Spain that is made in the same way as Champagne, but at a fraction of the cost. Cava is unique among sparkling wines - it is made with native Spanish grapes like Macabeo, Xare…

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Portal 2 with Keith Stuart 1:32:00

2M ago1:32:00

1:32:00

In this episode of the Bonus Points Podcast Joe, Oli and special guest Keith Stuart discuss Portal 2 in-depth then debate where it should go on THE LIST. You can find Keith's new book here: https://bit.ly/loveisacurse You can follow Keith here: https://twitter.com/keefstuart SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://patreon.com/thebonuspoints [£2/$3 tier = TB…

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E83: Writing Rat Face: A Point Blank Limited Series (Episode 9) 18:40

3M ago18:40

18:40

Welcome to "Writing Rat Face," a Point Blank Limited Series on one writer's process of writing a 50,000 word novel first draft. Rat Face is a post-apocalyptic crime novel set in a world ravaged by nuclear war and climate change. The main character, Rat Face, is a noir-ish hitman and delinquent looking to solve his father figure's murder before the …

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WTF is Txakoli? (Fizzy, fruity, and fun dry white wine from Spain, aka Txakolina) 43:17

3M ago43:17

43:17

It may be hard to pronounce and spell, but is it ever easy to drink! In this episode, we introduce you to a fun, quaffable, and not so serious wine called Txakoli which hails from the Basque region of Spain. Sometimes also called Txakolina, this slightly fizzy white wine is a perfect summer sipper. While tasting it, we had visions of sitting by the…

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Costco Kirkland Signature 2019 Rioja Reserva Challenge! (A punch-you-in-the-face wine, perfect base for Sangria, for Cab Sauv lovers) 43:22

3M ago43:22

43:22

Rioja is the big dog of Spanish wines, but the question on everyone’s lips is - how does the Costco Kirkland Signature Rioja Reserva stack up to other Riojas? Amiright?!? Well, without giving it away, we’re here to tell you that the Kirkland Signature Rioja is a worthy contender! But did it win in a knockout, or was it a draw? You’ll have to listen…

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Dredge 1:02:23

3M ago1:02:23

1:02:23

In this episode of the Bonus Points Podcast Joe and Oli discuss Dredge in-depth then debate where it should go on THE LIST. SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://patreon.com/thebonuspoints [£2/$3 tier = TBP Discord, Extra Credit Podcast and behind the scenes content] [£5/$6 tier = Early access, name in video of podcast, TBP Discord, Extra Credit Podcast a…

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Spain’s Hidden Gem: Priorat! (One of the great wines of Spain, Grenache-based red wine) 38:16

3M ago38:16

38:16

When we say hidden gem, we are not kidding! When people think of Spanish red wines, they immediately think of Rioja, but don’t sleep on Priorat. Hailing from the Catalonia area of Spain, Priorat is a Grenache-based red wine blend that completely blew away our expectations! Rich, complex, and oh so drinkable, this is a wine that deserves a lot more …

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High QPR Pinot Noir #4! (How the American wine palate has been programmed by big wine, Pinot is a polarizing wine) 43:30

3M ago43:30

43:30

Pinot Noir can be a polarizing wine - some people love it, and some people just don’t get it. We think that happens for a few reasons. First, most wine drinkers have been trained to think that wines are supposed to taste like Cabernet Sauvignon - big, fruit forward, high in alcohol, and very tannic. Which is just not what a great Pinot tastes like.…

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Grand Theft Auto V + GTA Online 1:55:21

3M ago1:55:21

1:55:21

In this episode of the Bonus Points Podcast Joe, Oli and special guest Jack Marshall discuss Grand Theft Auto V and GTA Online in-depth then debate where it should go on THE LIST. Follow Jack on twitter: https://twitter.com/ayo_its_jack Jack recommends: Jacked: The outlaw story of Grand Theft Auto: https://t.ly/K4eBF Alisdair Wood Artbook: http://w…

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Wallet-Friendly Wine Reviews: Two Buck Chuck and More! (Reviewing wines under $5, cheap Cabernet Sauvignon, some pleasant and unpleasant surprises) 43:35

3M ago43:35

43:35

Believe it or not, 73% of the wine purchased in the United States is sold for less than $8. So, there are a LOT of people drinking those wines! But they don’t often get reviews, and so we thought we would take some time to taste and review some value wines to see just how different they are from slightly more expensive wines. The results: one of th…

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The Uncertain Artist - Episode 11 "We Thought It Was Funny" 36:16

4M ago36:16

36:16

Gregg and Joe discuss creating the pilot episodes of the detective show, after a screening at the SIFF Film Center. Hosted by Gregg Lachow and Joe GuppyBy The Uncertain Artist

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Bordeaux Bargains #1! (Haut-Médoc and Graves, Left Bank, why Bordeaux wines are so tricky to understand) 48:30

4M ago48:30

48:30

Bordeaux is home to some of the most famous - and most expensive - wines in the world. But can you find a great wine at a great price?!? You can!!! There is no reason to spend more than $20 a bottle to find highly rated and very enjoyable wines from this classic region. In this episode, we focus on Left Bank wines, and we bring that up because Bord…

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L.A. Noire 1:08:58

4M ago1:08:58

1:08:58

In this episode of the Bonus Points Podcast Joe and Oli discuss L.A. Noire in-depth then debate where it should go on THE LIST. Our Humanity trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uRCLKdgMwK8 SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://patreon.com/thebonuspoints [£2/$3 tier = TBP Discord, Extra Credit Podcast and behind the scenes content] [£5/$6 tier = Early…

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WTF is Muscadet? (Melon de Bourgogne, the Sur Lie method, batonnage, the ultimate fish wine, the best French white wine under $20?) 41:50

4M ago41:50

41:50

If you’re like us, French wines can feel so confusing - and that’s exactly why we do these WTF episodes! This week, we dive into a great French white wine called Muscadet, which is not to be confused with Muscat or Moscato (which are, by the way, the same thing). Muscadet is a wine made in the Loire Valley from the grape Melon de Bourgogne - and th…

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Italian Wine Adventure #11: Montepulciano d'Abruzzo! (An underrated and underappreciated Italian beauty, the ultimate cookout wine) 43:04

4M ago43:04

43:04

Montepulciano d’Abruzzo is an easy wine to overlook. It is inexpensive, easy to find, and does not have the cachet that a Chianti or Barolo or Amarone has. But we are here to tell you that you should take a second look at this underappreciated and underrated Italian wine! In this episode, we tasted and reviewed three easy to find and reasonably pri…

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Ridge Racer Type 4 58:50

4M ago58:50

58:50

n this episode of the Bonus Points Podcast Joe and Oli discuss Ridge Racer Type 4 in-depth then debate where it should go on THE LIST. SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://patreon.com/thebonuspoints [£2/$3 tier = TBP Discord, Extra Credit Podcast and behind the scenes content] [£5/$6 tier = Early access, name in video of podcast, TBP Discord, Extra Credi…

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How Good Are Trader Joe’s Platinum Reserve Wines? (TJ’s is a great, inexpensive place to expand your wine horizons, is high-end cheap worth the price?) 48:29

4M ago48:29

48:29

Trader Joe’s Platinum Reserve wines are meant to compare with wines twice their price, and are said to be top wines from top winemakers in some of the most prestigious wine-growing regions, but just how good are they really? We seek to answer that question to save you time and money. In this episode, we try three different Platinum Reserve wines fr…

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WTF is Pinotage? (And WTF is Coffee Pinotage? South Africa’s signature wine) 44:59

5M ago44:59

44:59

Ok, let’s be honest. Pinotage is a TRIP. It is like no other wine we have ever had before, and is flat out an experience that you have to try. You may not love it, or even like it, but you have to try it. Especially the Coffee Pinotage which in and of itself is an adventure (and is really a thing)! Pinotage is a wine that was invented in South Afri…

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Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth 1:26:20

5M ago1:26:20

1:26:20

In this episode of the Bonus Points Podcast Joe and Oli discuss Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth in-depth then debate where it should go on THE LIST. SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://patreon.com/thebonuspoints [£2/$3 tier = TBP Discord, Extra Credit Podcast and behind the scenes content] [£5/$6 tier = Early access, name in video of podcast, TBP Discord…

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Costco Kirkland Signature Pinot Noir Challenge! (The pros and cons of Costco’s wine selection, why few experts review Costco wines, Kirkland Signature Russian River Pinot Noir review) 44:59

5M ago44:59

44:59

Costco sells a TON of wine, but finding expert reviews of their Kirkland Signature wines can be very tricky. We are happy to help fill that void! Find out why few wine reviewers bother to review Costco Kirkland Signature wines, and where you can find some pretty reliable reviews for those wines. But, most importantly, find out what we think of the …

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Josh Wines Are . . . Meh. (The truth behind the hype. BTW, we did not give this episode a title until after we tasted the wines in our recording!) 45:59

5M ago45:59

45:59

Josh Cellars wine has been all over social media recently, but the real question is - is it worthy of the hype?!? We gave Josh Cellars an honest-to-goodness opportunity to impress us. We tasted and reviewed three different Josh Cellar wines just to make sure that we were getting a proper sense of the breadth of their products, and the results were …

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Kuru Kuru Kururin 47:50

5M ago47:50

47:50

In this episode of the Bonus Points Podcast Joe and Oli discuss Kuru Kuru Kururin in-depth then debate where it should go on THE LIST. SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://patreon.com/thebonuspoints [£2/$3 tier = TBP Discord, Extra Credit Podcast and behind the scenes content] [£5/$6 tier = Early access, name in video of podcast, TBP Discord, Extra Credi…

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Sweet Dessert Wines for Your Sweetheart! (Wines for Valentine’s Day, Savoring a meal and time with family and friends, WTF is fortified wine) 49:51

5M ago49:51

49:51

If you think you are not a fan of dessert wines, we believe we can change your mind - because we changed our own minds in this episode! Dessert wines are perfect for romantic evenings, but also a great excuse to slow down and extend a meal with family, friends, and loved ones. If you are looking for something special to do this Valentine’s Day, ser…

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The Uncertain Artist - Episode 10 “That Was a Great Show” 1:04:07

6M ago1:04:07

1:04:07

Arts champion Charlie Rathbun talks with Gregg and Joe about love of live performance, the honor of public service, and the joy of making music. Hosts: Sam Lachow & Joe GuppyBy The Uncertain Artist

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Special Episode! Meet the (Wine) Makers #7: Drew Perry! (They make wine in Michigan! Head Winemaker for Simpson Family Estates: Good Harbor Vineyards and Aurora Cellars) 47:18

6M ago47:18

47:18

Did you know they make wine in Michigan. Yes, yes it’s true! And not only that, they make REALLY GOOD wine in Michigan. Don’t believe us? Then you need to listen to our interview with Drew Perry from Simpson Family Estates, home of Good Harbor Vineyards and Aurora Cellars and we’ll set you straight! We had the great honor of interviewing Drew who, …

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Outer Wilds 1:25:19

6M ago1:25:19

1:25:19

In this episode of the Bonus Points Podcast Joe and Oli discuss Outer Wilds in-depth then debate where it should go on THE LIST. SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://patreon.com/thebonuspoints [£2/$3 tier = TBP Discord, Extra Credit Podcast and behind the scenes content] [£5/$6 tier = Early access, name in video of podcast, TBP Discord, Extra Credit Podc…

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The Uncertain Artist - Episode 9 “You Have to Work” 59:53

6M ago59:53

59:53

Film Director Sue Corcoran talks with Gregg and Joe about filming reshoots, raising money, and working with Elliot Gould. Hosts: Gregg Lachow & Joe GuppyBy The Uncertain Artist

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They Make Wine in Michigan?!? (The Riesling Belt, Leelanau Peninsula, and a bunch of other stuff we bet you didn’t know!) 48:16

6M ago48:16

48:16

Look, we were skeptical too, but it’s true. Not only do they make wine in Michigan, they are making great wine! If you are like us, you didn’t realize that there is a burgeoning wine industry in Michigan, and that some highly rated wines are coming out of their 5 AVAs. And, in this episode we’ll taste some of these well rated wines and tell you wha…

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The Uncertain Artist - Episode 8 “I Am Not Afraid of Being Weak” 1:03:32

6M ago1:03:32

1:03:32

Composer/Performer Maggie Brown talks with Gregg and guest host Charlie Lachow about growing up in the arts, writing music in a diversity of genres, and finding strength in weakness. Hosts: Gregg Lachow & Charlie LachowBy The Uncertain Artist

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Italian Wine Adventure #10: Fiano! (A nearly extinct ancient grape makes a comeback, bigger bodied white wine, famous foods from the Campania area of Italy, Chardonnay alternative) 50:34

6M ago50:34

50:34

The Campania region of Italy, famous for the city of Naples, the Amalfi Coast, and Mount Vesuvius, is also home to many of the most beloved Italian foods - like pizza! - but did you know it is also home to many of the best Italian wines?!? In this Italian wine adventure, we introduce you to a white wine called Fiano that you probably have not heard…

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Baldur's Gate 3 with video game lawyer, Haley MacLean 2:06:59

6M ago2:06:59

2:06:59

In this episode of the Bonus Points Podcast Joe, Oli and special guest Haley MacLean (video game lawyer and Community Manager at Minnmax) discuss Baldur's Gate 3 in-depth then debate where it should go on THE LIST. We also have 30 minutes at the end to ask Haley all about the world of video game law! Haley's Twitter: twitter.com/haleyfax Haley's Tw…

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E82: Writing Rat Face: A Point Blank Limited Series (Episode 8) 19:48

6M ago19:48

19:48

Welcome to "Writing Rat Face," a Point Blank Limited Series on one writer's process of writing a 50,000 word novel first draft. Rat Face is a post-apocalyptic crime novel set in a world ravaged by nuclear war and climate change. The main character, Rat Face, is a noir-ish hitman and delinquent looking to solve his father figure's murder before the …

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Minisode #11: Does the Shape of a Wine Bottle Matter? 12:26

6M ago12:26

12:26

In the last minisode we settled the question of whether or not size matters, and so in this minisode we are tackling the other big question - does shape matter when it comes to the wine bottle? The answer may surprise you! Wine bottles come in many different shapes, although there is one shape that sort of dominates them all, and the most common sh…

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The Uncertain Artist - Episode 6 ”It Would Take Belief” 57:16

7M ago57:16

57:16

Actor Sarah Harlett talks with Gregg and Joe about fitting in and standing out, representation and accessibility, and working through fear and with students. Hosts: Gregg Lachow & Joe GuppyBy The Uncertain Artist

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