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What if you could hang out with experienced grape growers, ask them about the science of grape growing, vineyard operations, and more; then take an insight or two to improve your vineyard and ultimately the quality of the wines you produce? That’s what we do each week on the Vineyard Underground. Hosted by Fritz Westover –– viticulture expert more than 20 years of experience in the vineyard industry –– every episode is an in-depth look at grape growing methods, care, and even complicated mat ...
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The Atypical Parenting podcast is a resource for parents and loved ones of individuals of all ages who are autistic. Hosted by psychiatric nurse practitioner, and mother of an adult autistic son, Dawn Tree, the podcast offers information, support, and encouragement. Hang out with Dawn as she explores relevant topics through discussion and expert interviews. When we know better, we’ll be able to do better. The people we love deserve our very best!
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Wednesday, July 3rd This week we’re talking about Scarlett #2, Moon Knight Fist of Khonshu #0, Blood Hunt Werewolf by Night #1, Blood Hunt X-Men Psylocke #1, Absolute Power #1, Wolverine Deep Cut #1, Life of Wolverine #1, Annihilation 2099 #1, Spider-Man Reign 2 #1, Star Wars Inquisitors #1, Free Agents #1, Grendel Devil’s Crucible: Defiance #1, Do…
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Wednesday, June 26th We’re back! After a two-week hiatus, we’ve returned with our thoughts on comics for this week and a couple stragglers from the weeks prior, including Destro #1, Batman Gotham by Gaslight The Kryptonian Age #1, X-Men Heir of Apocalypse #1, Blood Hunt #4, Absolute Power Ground Zero #1, Zatanna Bring Down the House #1, Giant-Size …
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In this episode, we have a conversation with Dr. Markus Keller of Washington State University on the advances in vineyard nutrition monitoring. Dr. Keller shares his extensive knowledge of the importance of nutrient management in viticulture, drawing from his rich background and current research. We discuss strategies for regulated deficit nutritio…
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Join us in this episode with Dr. Mark Krasnow, an acclaimed plant physiologist and the founder of Thoughtful Viticulture. From the landscapes of New Zealand, Dr. Krasnow takes us on a journey from budding winemaker to viticulture expert. Although we could discuss many topics with him, this discussion focuses on crop regulation and fruit thinning st…
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Wednesday, June 5th This week we’re talking about Scarlett #1, Blood Hunt Wolverine #1, Ultimates #1, Uncanny X-Men #700 (#35), My Adventures with Superman #1, Falling in Love on the Path to Hell #1, Precious Metal #1, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Alpha #1, Monster High Pride, DC Pride A Celebration of Rachel Pollack, Profane #1, Compact Editions C…
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Wednesday, May 29th This week we are talking about Midnight Sons Blood Hunt #1, Black Panther Blood Hunt #1, Hellverine #1, X-Men The Wedding Special #1, DC Pride 2024 #1, Star Trek Celebrations #1, Grommets #1, Duke Vol 1 TP, and more! Then we’ve got thoughts on a couple trailers, The Vision MCU series in development, and some TV, movies, and book…
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In this episode, we are back with another Q&A with my friend Jim Duane of Inside Winemaking. Back in episode 42, we answered some great listener questions about preparing your property, getting started in grape growing, managing pests, etc. We had so many questions pour in that we needed to make this a two-part series. To learn more about Jim and h…
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Wednesday, May 22nd This week we’re talking about Cobra Commander #5, Blood Hunt #2, Blood Hunt Union Jack the Ripper #1, Nightwing #114, Spider-Gwen The Ghost Spider #1, The Butcher’s Boy #1, Blood Squad Seven #1, White Boat #1, and more! Then we’ve got thoughts on some new trailers as well as TV and movie news, our take on the X-Men ’97 finale, a…
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Wednesday, May 15th We’ve got a lighter comics week with Amazing Spider-Man Blood Hunt #1, Doom #1, Venom Separation Anxiety #1, Godzilla 70th Anniversary #1, Masters of the Universe Revolution #1, Monolith #1, Doctor Strange #15, Choose Your Own Adventures Forecast from Stonehenge, Universal Monsters Presents Dracula HC, and more! Then we talk abo…
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In this episode, I have a conversation with Dr. Marcelo Moretti on some best practices for vineyard floor management. We discuss integrated weed management strategies, the use of organic herbicides, and the implementation of cover crops to promote vine health and combat weeds. Dr. Moretti also shares the challenges and advantages of various non-tra…
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Wednesday, May 8th This week we’re talking about Energon Universe #1, Transformers #8, Ain’t No Grave #1, Blood Hunters #1, Dracula Blood Hunt #1, Strange Academy Blood Hunt #1, Avengers #14, Amazing Spider-Man #49, Venom/Dr. Strange, The Boy Wonder #1, TMNT Black White & Green #1, Crocodile Black #1, Amory Wars Good Apollo, I’m Burning Star IV, Vo…
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Wednesday, May 1st This week we’re talking about Blood Hunt #1, Get Fury #1, Deadpool Wolverine WWIII #1, Star Wars Episode I Phantom Menace #1, The Whisper Queen #1, DC’s Spring Breakout #1, Space Ghost #1, Lester of the Lesser Gods #1, Barbaric Born in Blood #1, Bear Pirate Viking Queen #1, The Blood Brothers Mother #1, Dr. Seuss Cat Out of Water…
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The first few months as a new grower can be the most nerve-wracking time of vineyard management. Everything is brand new and a little intimidating. Even a bug on a plant can be enough to raise an alarm because you simply don’t know if it’s going to ravage your vineyard or not. Viticulture consultant, Mark Chien joins me today to talk about survivin…
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Wednesday, April 24th This week we’re talking about Duke #5, Universal Monsters Creature From the Black Lagoon #1, Spectregraph #1, Star Wars Darth Maul Black White & Red #1, Deathstalker #1, Dick Tracy #1, Drawing Blood #1, and more! We’ve got thoughts on a handful of trailers, including Transformers One and Deadpool/Wolverine, and then thoughts o…
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Wednesday, April 17th A lighter week of comics, as we talk about Cobra Commander #4, Roxxon Presents Thor #1, Giant-Size Hulk #1, Dudley Datson & The Forever Machine #1, Crisis on Infinite Earths #1, and more! Then we’ve got a whole bunch of news and trailers to talk about, plus our thoughts on *that* episode of X-Men ’97, the new Fallout series, a…
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In this episode, our guest Randy Heinzen, a vine management and vineyard business expert, discusses vine planting and site preparation for new vineyards or for existing growers looking to add new vineyard blocks. Randy, the owner and president of Vineyard Professional Services (VPS) in Paso Robles, CA, is a leading global expert in vineyard managem…
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In this episode, I have the pleasure of having a Q&A session with Jim Duane from Inside Winemaking. Jim has always been interested in winemaking and has been working in Napa Valley for over 20 years. Together, we are answering top questions submitted by listeners. We answer questions pertaining to replacing dead vines, digging in hardpan, natural p…
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Is your vineyard irrigated? If so, then this episode is for you! Dr. Franklin Gaudi, executive vice president of design for Laurel Ag & Water, is on the show to discuss the often-overlooked topic of irrigation distribution uniformity (DU). Distribution uniformity measures how evenly water gets applied to the field, and it’s a topic that’s not taken…
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The future of viticulture is evolving as the focus on sustainable agriculture improves and the search for environmentally friendly solutions becomes a priority. One of the most exciting areas in this sustainable revolution is the use of agricultural biologicals. Biologics are not new to the agricultural scene, but their potential is now being more …
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A common conversation in vineyard management is knowing how to spray your vineyard effectively. On today's episode, we have a conversation with Dr. Andrew Landers, who wrote the book on vineyard spraying. He brings more than 30 years of research and development on vineyard and orchard spraying technologies and techniques to share with us. In this e…
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Do you understand pruning wounds, infections of pruning wounds, and how to protect your vines? Grapevine pruning is an essential vineyard management practice that helps maintain plant health and fruit quality. However, this practice also exposes vines to various fungal diseases that can be detrimental to vineyard health. It’s important to know how …
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In today's episode, we are talking about unique or alternative pruning scenarios and methods with guests John Thull and Marco Tessari. We discuss viticulture for cold climates, unique pruning techniques from around the globe, and more. John has a degree in biology with a plant focus and spent time in Germany doing an apprenticeship. He now lives in…
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Happy New Year! In this episode, we welcome Joe Juniper of Vermillion Valley Vineyards, the second-largest vineyard in Ohio. In close proximity to Lake Erie, Joe is with us to discuss what it is like to grow vinifera in an area with very harsh winters. Joe has become an expert in managing extreme temperatures and precipitation variances, including …
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Life with autism can be hectic, and getting caught up in day to day pressures can leave us exhausted and overwhelmed. How do we prioritize and stay focused on the important stuff? Join Dawn as she discusses this with today’s guest, Randy Hain, Entrepreneur, business leader and author. Randy is also the father of 2 adult sons, one of whom is autisti…
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We are closing out the year with a grower Q&A episode! In this episode, Fritz is answering questions from growers all across the country on topics ranging from pre-pruning to disease prevention for 2024 and all things in between. Listen in, as you may have had some of these same questions in your vineyard, and stay tuned for more grower Q&A episode…
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Have you considered having your grape growing operation sustainably certified? In this episode, I have a conversation with Beth Vukmanic from the Vineyard Team on the impact and importance of sustainability certification programs for vineyards. Beth spent 12 years overseeing the Vineyard Team's Sustainability in Practice (SIP) certification program…
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Ever wonder what your child’s anxiety feels like in real time? Wondering how to help your child understand and improve their ability to cope with their own anxiety? Today we’re talking to Mark Cheverton, NYT best selling author of the award winning series “Gamenight9999”, based on the game of Minecraft. His newest book for young people, “Facing the…
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We are back today for part two of our series “Six Essential Factors for Starting and Growing a Successful Vineyard.” Refer back to episode 32 for part one of the series if you haven’t listened to it yet. Just make sure you listen to both episodes to hear all six factors new growers need to understand and consider before planting a vineyard. In this…
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In today’s interview, where Dawn was interviewed by Danielle Sullivan of The Neurodivergent podcast, we’re covering how the practice of psychiatry can help or harm autistic people, how medications are tested, used, and marketed to medical professionals, and how to find a psychiatric professional for your individual needs. More about Neurodiverging:…
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Today, we're starting a two-part series on the six essential things you must understand and evaluate to start and grow a successful vineyard. Starting and running a vineyard is expensive – $20,000 to $25,000 per acre – not including fencing, equipment, and irrigation. It’s important you do your research and learn all that you can about the site you…
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What are rootstock trials, and why are they important for your grape-growing operation? Listen in as I have a discussion with Dr. Gill Giese from the College of Agriculture at Arkansas State University on the latest findings in rootstock trials and what they mean for vineyards today and in the future. In this episode, Gill and I talk about the resu…
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We are nearing the end of the year already, which means it’s time to discuss our 2023 vineyard season-end review. This is a solo episode where I’m going into a lot of detail on the past year from a viticulturist's perspective. During this review, I discuss trends I’ve seen across North America, including the common things that worked and ones that …
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This week we’re honored to have American icon, veteran actor and musician, William Sadler, sitting down for a casual chat. This episode is geared towards autistic individuals who are considering a career in acting, however there’s so much relevant advice for all new actors as well. Show Notes https://therealwilliamsadler.com/ https://williamsadler.…
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In this episode, we are literally going underground. We're having a conversation with my pal Bubba Beasley about the science of soil mapping and why soil mapping is important for vineyards, even if your vineyard is already established. Bubba is a geologist and founder of HydroGeo Environmental. He is an expert in every sense of the word when it com…
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It is post harvest time for many of our northern listeners. You made it through the peak season, and you are now surviving through the fall and preparing your vineyard for leaf drop. In this solo episode, we are diving into the top four post harvest vineyard priorities for healthy, happy grape vines going into winter dormancy. We dig into late seas…
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Masking natural traits or inclinations in social situations is universal, BUT, what if you had to do this every time you interacted in public? In autism, the constant need to mask, as a means of fitting into a neurotypical society, can create a heavy emotional burden. In this episode, Dawn talks with Autism advocate Rich Steven's about this importa…
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As a wine-grape grower, yeast assimilable nitrogen (YAN) is an important factor to measure in your grapes and wine. On today’s episode, Professor and Enologist Dr. Anna Katharine Mansfield joins us to share her expertise on the role of yeast assimilable nitrogen (YAN) and nitrogen in wine quality and fermentation. Her work and focus on sensory scie…
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Listen in as we engage in a riveting conversation with two remarkable experts, Dr. Megan Hall and Dr. Mizuho Nita, about sour rot, a challenging disease that can significantly impact winegrapes. Through this discussion, we gain a deeper understanding of sour rot, exploring how to identify it, why and how it occurs, and the various organisms and ins…
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Did you know the rate of substance abuse for autistic individuals is higher than for the general population? Ever wonder why that is? And what to do about it if it does affect your child or loved one? Join in on today’s conversation we will talk about all that and more. Show notes: Richard’s website and book link https://helptheaddictedchild.com…
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Medicating our children or loved ones can be scary and confusing. Dr. Sabooh Mubbashar, double board-certified psychiatrist and pharmacology expert, has specialized in treating Autistic mental health symptoms in patients of all ages, for over 20 years. Listen as he shares his insight on this topic. Enjoy the conversation!…
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Join us on the Vineyard Underground podcast as we welcome Denise Gardner, a renowned winemaking consultant and wine grape educator. Our exciting conversation begins with an exploration of how pre-harvest and harvest actions in the vineyard can greatly influence the quality of wine. Listen in as Denise shares her unique journey to becoming an acclai…
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Join the conversation as Dawn and Danielle discuss parenting issues in the autistic community. We'd love your feedback on Instagram @ Atypical_Parenting Danielle Sullivan (she/they) is an autistic neurodiversity advocate, parent coach, certified life coach, and host of the Neurodiverging Podcast. Her mission is to further disability awareness and s…
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Tune in as we have an enlightening discussion with Dr. Mark Greenspan, founder of Advanced Viticulture, about the latest innovations in irrigation scheduling and how it influences wine quality. We take a closer look into the intricacies of irrigation scheduling and its influence on wine quality. For over 30 years, Mark has been working with growers…
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We all know that sleep is an essential component of good health and yet so many families in the autistic community are struggling. Rebecca Michi is an children’s sleep consultant and author who has helped thousands of families transform their sleep with her unique approach. Land - Rebecca Michi - Children's Sleep Consultant (childrenssleepconsultan…
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Justin Benton is a hemp farmer and also the father of a son diagnosed with severe autism at age 3. Hear the story of how he helped his son's nervous system repair itself, and also learn more about hemp and it's main component, CBD. Really interesting episode! Episode links: Justin's Podcast Title: Miracle Plant Justin's Hemp product website: 101Hem…
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Prepare to have your perceptions challenged as we explore the intriguing relationship between wine yield and quality. Today, we welcome the brilliant Dr. Patty Skinkis, renowned for her work as a viticulture extension specialist at Oregon State University and the host of the Hi-Rez Vineyard Nutrition podcast. She'll be guiding us on a journey that …
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Dr. Padda is back to kick off Season 2! Today we address an area many of us worry about - financial planning for after we die. Dr. Padda shares his unique perspective and some truly creative and unique ideas. As we age we expect our children to become increasingly independent. Unfortunately, in autism, that independence may never reach a place of s…
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