Best That Somm Talk Podcasts (2024)

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Low Sugar Wines: How Madame Zero is changing the game in Champagne 1:06:02

2d ago1:06:02

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Sip, share, shape our podcast! Hidden sugar in wine may sound scary or gross, but there are winemakers with 100% focus on low sugar wine!. We host Madame Zero's source of inspiration, Mathew Massey, to share how his vision for low sugar wines, Champagne to be exact, is playing out in fabulous style. Buzz words in wine from sugar free wine, zero sug…

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Beyond Bottles: Exploring Alternative Packaging for Wine 56:34

21d ago56:34

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Sip, share, shape our podcast! Do you think bottles are the only way to package wine? We're here to change the way you think about alternative packaging for wine! In the world of wine trends, packaging for wine may not be the sexiest, but we think there are some pretty cool things going on! We're not talking about ordinary wine storage boxes or win…

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Noble Grapes: What Are they and Do They Matter? (Wine Grapes Series Part 3) 1:06:00

1M ago1:06:00

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Sip, share, shape our podcast! From Lost Grapes, to Hybrid Grapes, this episode rounds out our exploration with Noble Grapes, or Noble Wine. Read on for a short snippet of what we are covering, but tune in for all the fun! So, what exactly are Noble Grapes? Well, it depends on who you ask! One camp uses the 5 traditional Bordeaux varieties as their…

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Hybrid Wine Grapes: Part 2 of Our Wine Grapes Series 1:08:49

2M ago1:08:49

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Sip, share, shape our podcast! It's here! Part 2 of our Wine Grapes series! In this episode, we're going beyond European Vitis Vinifera grapes to explore hybrid varieties you may never have tried! From Vidal Blanc (aptly named after it's founder, Jean Louis Vidal), a highly planted hybrid grape in New York state, to Marechal Foch growing in Minneso…

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Lost Grapes: Creating Rare Wines from Near Extinction (Part 1: Exploring Grapes Series) 50:49

2M ago50:49

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Sip, share, shape our podcast! If we asked you to name rare wines made from nearly extinct grapes, could you name any? Neither could we until we started looking beyond our local wine shop and city limit! What we discovered are entire species of wine grapes being rediscovered and replanted. They're making a comeback in vineyards from grand cru estat…

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Te Whare Ra: Exploring Wineries in Marlborough NZ 1:03:31

3M ago1:03:31

1:03:31

Sip, share, shape our podcast! It's hot in Texas so what better way to beat the heat than to take a trip to visit wineries in Marlborough. New Zealand that is. The Marlborough wine region is booming and going beyond Sauvignon Blanc. Cellar doors offer tastings and tours of some of the best wines from NZ. The family estate of Te Whare Ra is our stop…

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WE ARE ONE! When Wine Podcasts Celebrate One Year on the Air! 46:24

3M ago46:24

46:24

Sip, share, shape our podcast! When wine podcasts turn one year old, their hosts celebrate like normal people would! Somm Women Talk Wine podcast hosts Charisse and Kristi take time in this episode to reminisce about the wine regions, wine tastings, wine industry interviews, and all of the other wine world topics from favorites to those most challe…

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Westborn: A New California Sparkling Wine from Weston Eidson and Russell Bevan 36:31

4M ago36:31

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Sip, share, shape our podcast! Ever wonder what it takes to create a new California Sparkling Wine? Tune in as Somm Women Talk Wine interviews Weston Eidson and Russell Bevan, two world-renowned winemakers who partnered on Weston's vision to create magic in a bottle of bubbles. Created in the traditional method with a whole lot of patience and more…

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White Italian Wines: Exploring Lesser-Known Varieties with Chris Keel 45:06

4M ago45:06

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Sip, share, shape our podcast! In this exciting episode of Somm Women Talk Wine, we are honored to have Chris Keel, the owner of Put A Cork In It, a favorite Fort Worth wine shop, and a Vinitaly Ambassador, as our guest. Join us as we deep dive the world of lesser-known white Italian wines, revealing the hidden gems that make Italy the "go to" loca…

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Summer Red Wine: Chilled Reds are the Unexpected Wine for Summer 55:48

5M ago55:48

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Sip, share, shape our podcast! Temperatures are heating up and our natural instinct is to shift from red to white wine to tame the sweltering summer temperatures. SWTW takes on the task of finding the perfect chilled summer red wines perfect for every occasion! From Lambrusco to Syrah and a few in between, we hit the highlights so you, too, can pop…

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Moret Brealynn: An Interview with the Queen of California Pinot Noir 56:59

5M ago56:59

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Sip, share, shape our podcast! A Cali girl through and through, Morét Brealynn, has done it all when it comes to wine. From tasting room host to marketeer. From event planner to any odd task she could get involving grapes. Her passion and experience from some of the top wineries in Napa and Sonoma (you’ll have to listen to learn which ones!) gave h…

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Spirituality: At Wet Jacket Wines, There is a Spiritual Bond With Land, Sea and Wine 59:01

5M ago59:01

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Sip, share, shape our podcast! What possibly could Captain Cook‘s exploration of the Fiordland of New Zealand’s South Island and world class wine have in common? Greg Hay, Wet Jacket Wine’s own Captain, leads the team toward a vision of precision, exploration and legacy. Hay founded several of Central Otago’s renowned wineries (Chard Farm and Pereg…

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Regenerative @ Greystone: Regenerative farming drives the way Greystone makes amazing NZ wine! 37:41

6M ago37:41

37:41

Sip, share, shape our podcast! So many buzzwords fly around sustainability, organics, biodynamics and renenerative wine viticulture and viniculture it's impossible to make sense of it all. What better way to break it all down than to hear from the expert team at Greystone in Wiapara, Canterbury, New Zealand? Stephen McGowan, Sales and Marketing Dir…

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James Beard: SWTW Covers the Colonial Culinary Classic in Ft Worth 1:01:38

6M ago1:01:38

1:01:38

Sip, share, shape our podcast! What better way to celebrate the culinary and beverage geniouses of Fort Worth, TX than to partner with the James Beard Foundation? We think there is nothing better and Charisse and Kristi were honored to serve as podcast sponsors for the event held at Colonial Country Club on March 4. With microphones in hand, the tw…

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ABC’s of WINE TERMS: From A to Z, Wine Terms Defined 59:38

7M ago59:38

59:38

Sip, share, shape our podcast! Do you get confused with wine terms? What does flabby really even mean when it comes to wine? Fear no more! Charisse and Kristi tackle the definitions of many often used wine terms and break them down into simple, easily understandable meanings for you! From Awkward to Zippy (well, we actually forgot that one!), you’l…

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Is It The Twilight of the American Sommelier? A Commentary on Eric Asimov's NYT Article 49:44

7M ago49:44

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The esteemed Eric Asimov wrote a great article about the possibility that we are in the twilight of the American Sommelier. In response to his article, I approach this topic through a slightly different lens - does it have to be? To be clear - I love what Eric writes and this is simply a commentary through an approach that I truly believe can reign…

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NZ Chardonnay: No Longer the Second White Wine of New Zealand 1:05:07

7M ago1:05:07

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Sip, share, shape our podcast! For most wine drinkers, Sauvignon Blanc is THE white wine of New Zealand. We're here to debunk yet another myth and challenge you to think about NZ Chardonnay! From the focus of organic / biodynamic / regenerative farming to low intervention winemaking, winemakers let the chameleon varietal shine. The land, the climat…

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Wine Myths: Debunking and Demystifying Age Old Myths About Wine 46:04

8M ago46:04

46:04

Sip, share, shape our podcast! From decanting to aging. From quality to color. From pairings to pourings. Charisse and Kristi tackle some of the top myths and misconceptions around wine! In the wine world where tradition has driven many of our consumption and selection decisions, it’s a whole new world out there! Join us as we dive into some of the…

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Wine Travel: How to make the most of your wine experiences 53:03

8M ago53:03

53:03

Sip, share, shape our podcast! Happy 2024! Thank you for your support and encouragement during our launch year! We’re so excited to start the new year off with a deep dive into WINE TRAVEL! Join us as we discuss how to prepare everything from where to go, what to do in advance and how to ensure your experience meets your wine travel goals! We would…

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Top 2023 Episode! Recap of Summer Whites You’ve Likely Never Tried 53:16

9M ago53:16

53:16

Sip, share, shape our podcast! Happy New Year from Somm Women Talk Wine! 2023 was an amazing launch year and Charisse and Kristi could not be more thankful for every single person who has listened, downloaded, liked and most importantly shared our podcast with fellow wine lovers! In launching our 2024 season, we’re kicking off with a recap of our t…

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Winter Whites: Cooler Weather Isn’t Just for Reds! 49:55

9M ago49:55

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Sip, share, shape our podcast! Cooler weather isn’t just for red wines. Join Charisse and Kristi as we explore white wines perfect for all of your winter dinners, events and celebrations! What makes a white wine winter delicious? Tune in to learn stylistic differences, new varietals and tips and tricks to put white wines on your winter table. Our S…

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Wine Lists: An Exploration in the Curation of Wine Lists! 59:33

10M ago59:33

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Sip, share, shape our podcast! Wine lists are an integral part of a great dining experience. Some people (Kristi being a guilty party) choose restaurants specifically by the wines on their list. But how wine lists are built and curate takes special attention, focus, care and selectivity. Ever wonder what goes into building them? Then this is your e…

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Weston Eidson: A Live Chat With the Winemaker and His “Vertical” 1:03:54

10M ago1:03:54

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Sip, share, shape our podcast! Live from The Magnolia Wine Bar! SWTW’s first live event was a smashing hit and this episode has 2 parts - our pregame interview with Weston Eidson and snippets of our live discussion with audience participation - in the wine tasting of course! We’ll apologize in advance for the background noise! When winemaker Weston…

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Alicia Burcham with Kindred Spirits Farm in Franklin, TN. 28:22

10M ago28:22

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In this latest podcast episode we are traveling to the farm, Kindred Spirits Farm in Franklin, TN to speak to the founder Alicia Burcham to learn more about Kindred Farms and what they do. Kindred Spirits Farm is a therapeutic riding facility that works alongside special needs, terminally ill and battered children/adults. They are a non profit 501C…

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Magnolia Mashburn aka The Cellar Geek 48:50

10M ago48:50

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On this weeks episode, we learn about the world of wine cellars and aging wine from Magnolia Mashburn also know as The Cellar Geek. Magnolia helps individuals set up and manage their private wine collections and cellars. She loves the history of wine and it was fun to enjoy a glass of 2009 Bordeaux she brought over and talk about the ever changing …

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Dirt: How terroir, specifically soil, impacts wine 50:56

11M ago50:56

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Sip, share, shape our podcast! Let’s get down and dirty and talk about terroir, in particular soil. Terroir is a word tossed around flippantly in the wine world without much explanation. Simply put, it is a reference to the “sense of place” where grapevines grow. This can include location, weather, altitude, rainfall, fog, proximity to water, angle…

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Sarah Jimenez aka Somm In The City and Sherry Week 39:50

11M ago39:50

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Sherry Week is coming up next week and we are lucky enough to have a friend who is a sommelier and Sherry specialist. Sarah Jimenez is known as Somm in the City and is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to the wine world and Sherry. It was so fun to sit down with her and learn more about Sherry and how different they can be. We walked away from th…

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Bounty Bev Distribution’s Wine and Spirits Manager Tori Wharton Smith 29:51

11M ago29:51

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What a fun podcast episode we have for you this week. We are joined by Tori Wharton Smith, she is the Wine And Spirits manager for Bounty Bev Distribution, an awesome Nashville alcohol distribution company that has a killer portfolio. Please check this episode out and learn more about the distribution world and some new wines you can find at your l…

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Russell Bevan: Winemaking 53:49

11M ago53:49

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Sip, share, shape our podcast! In the middle o the harvest shuffle, we were thrilled to have a chat with Russell! Russell Bevan that is. Winemaker for Bevan Cellars, PerUs, Adversity and many more, Russell is known for signature styles within each brand. And not just any wine, 100+ wines are nothing new to this winemaker having scored around 30 so …

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Mariana Bruscoli of Tenuta Santi Giacomo e Filippo 33:48

11M ago33:48

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On this weeks podcast episode, we sit down with Mariana Bruscoli of Tenuta Santi Giacomo e Filippo Tenuta Santi Giacomo e Filippo is an 800 acre organically-certified farm and estate located in the heart of the Badia Natural Reserve just outside Urbino in Marche on Italy’s east coast. 25 acres of grape vines were first planted in 2006, primarily to…

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Umberto from Bellenda Prosecco Superiore 38:54

11M ago38:54

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It is an honor to have our first Italian Prosecco producer on the podcast. Umberto Cosmo of Bellenda, in 1986 they founded Bellenda in the gorgeous hills of Carpescia. They have 35 Hectares of vines and produce around 30,000 cases from their vine. We throughly enjoyed interviewing Umberto and learning about Prosecco and what it takes to make these …

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Winemaking Vessels: Are they all created equal? 51:10

12M ago51:10

51:10

Sip, share, shape our podcast! We used to think all wine was made in Stainless Steel tanks or oak barrels. Wrong! Wine can be fermented in 7 primary vessels. Yes, stainless steel tanks and oak barrels are two, however, clay amphora, demijohns, wood tanks, plastic tanks / buckets and concrete (yes concrete!) vessels round out the other prominent one…

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Peter Syfarth, Co-Owner and Winemaker for Crane Creek Vineyards in Young Harris, GA. 39:04

12M ago39:04

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We are continuing our Wine trip in Northern Georgia and on this weeks episode we visit one of our favorite places, Crane Creek Vineyards in Young Harris, GA. Located only 4 hours from Nashville, TN, we love this vineyard and the wine they produce. Peter Syfarth is the Co-Owner and Winemaker for Crane Creek and we love him. Please listen to this pod…

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Craig Kritzer Owner and Winemaker of Frogtown Cellars In Dahlonega, Georgia 29:36

12M ago29:36

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This weeks episode, we have hit the road to Dahlonega, Georgia where there is amazing wine country! We have made a stop by Frogtown Cellars where the owner and winemaker Craig Kritzer sits down with us and tell us about Frogtown Cellars and what it is like coming from being a lawyer for 30 years and transitioning to winemaking and the wine industry…

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Unconventional Lesson in Food and Wine Pairing Part 2 36:11

12M ago36:11

36:11

Sip, share, shape our podcast! Hello and welcome to Part 2 of our Food and Wine Pairing episodes! Charisse and Kristi continue to explore food and wine pairings in an unconventional way. Leveraging training methods from wine certification experts, we break down a few pairing myths and explore three wines against the 5 flavors your tongue identifies…

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Alicia Sylvester- Winemaker for Banshee Wines 47:06

12M ago47:06

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On this weeks episode, we interview Alicia Sylvester, winemaker for Banshee Wines. Alicia has been making wines for many years and we really enjoyed this interview, her love and passion for making wine really shines through. Winemaking really stole her heart when she obtained her first winemaking internship at Provenance Vineyards — and she hasn’t …

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An original Nashville favorite Goo Goo Cluster 24:04

1y ago24:04

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On this weeks podcast episode, we interview Laurie Spradley, who is the VP of Operations for Goo Goo Cluster. Goo Goo Cluster started out in Nashville over 100 years ago and continues to be a popular choice in the candy world. We also do a fun wine pairing with some Trader Joe’s favorites we picked out especially for this episode. Please check out …

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Unconventional Lesson in Food and Wine Pairing Part 1 27:51

1y ago27:51

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Sip, share, shape our podcast! Hello fellow wine lovers! Join Charisse and Kristi as we explore food and wine pairings in an unconventional way. Leveraging training methods from wine certification experts, we break down a few pairing myths and explore three wines against the 5 flavors your tongue identifies - salty, sweet, bitter, sour and umami. W…

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Yellowstone, Pumpkin Time at Trader Joe’s, City Winery and The Blue Zone on Netflix 24:31

1y ago24:31

24:31

After taking a week off for Labor Day, we are back. On this episode, Kelsey and TJ discuss the new Yellowstone/1883 Wine Club they just discovered. Kelsey is excited about Pumpkin Time at Trader Joe’s! TJ has started a new job at City Winery and a Netflix series called The Blue Zone that Kelsey got TJ hooked on. All this and more on this weeks epis…

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Rosé, Yes way, no way? 37:14

1y ago37:14

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Sip, share, shape our podcast! Not every pink wine is treated equally. Not every pink wine is actually a Rosé. From the palest ballet pink to the most raucous fuchsia, rosé comes in many styles and colors. There are also many different ways to make a Rosé. Confused yet? Listen in as Charisse and Kristi break down Rosé wine making techniques and the…

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Jean Arnold from Kate Arnold Wines 51:00

1y ago51:00

51:00

What an honor to have Jean Arnold on this weeks podcast. Jean is Co-Owner of Kate Arnold Wines along with his wife Kate. Jean has been in the wine world for over 30 years and is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to wine. We will be doing more episodes with Jean in the future about some wine topics that we feel people will really enjoy, so stay tu…

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Don't Be Afraid To Ask Questions feat. Dustin Wilson, Co-Founder/Partner, Verve Wine 56:40

1y ago56:40

56:40

They say you should never meet your heroes... and they are wrong. Dustin and I spent nearly an hour discussing all parts of the wine industry from his start and how to build knowledge to the direction it seems to be going, how to talk to people about wine, and why we all need to do our best to track down the bottle of DRC Dustin hasn't yet tried. H…

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Pam and Electra Mustaine from House of Mustaine Wines 44:20

1y ago44:20

44:20

In this weeks podcast, we have the pleasure of interviewing Pam and Electra Mustaine from House of Mustaine Wines. The idea for House of Mustaine was inspired by Dave Mustaine's somewhat, unusual pairing with the San Diego Symphony. As Dave debuted his first performance with the orchestra, he and his family wanted to offer both traditional MEGADETH…

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What Exactly is a Bubble Girl? 1:02:52

1y ago1:02:52

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Sip, share, shape our podcast! If you know Charisse, you know she’s a bubble girl through and through! We’re not sure she’s ever met a bubble she didn’t like! Her passion has definitely rubbed off on Kristi and what better way to let two bubble girls have fun than to cover all things sparkling! But are all bubbles created equal? Not at all! There a…

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Dutcher Crossing’s Proprietor, Debra Mathy 54:52

1y ago54:52

54:52

On this weeks podcast episode, we get to interview Debra Mathy, she is the Proprietor of an awesome Winery in California called Dutcher Crossing! Dutcher Crossing offers more than 30 wines and owns75 acres of estate-designated vineyards! We had a blast interviewing Debra, not only is smart business woman, she is hilarious and we had a great time! P…

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Music, Mental Health and Marriage with Deysean and Relly Cortner 47:51

1y ago47:51

47:51

We are honored to have music artist DeySean Cortner and his wife Relly on the podcast this week. Deysean is a talented artist making thought provoking music that tackles mental health and so much more. Please check out DeySean’s latest music video Loving Myself https://tr.ee/4xHurBx535 and check out his Instagram https://instagram.com/deyseanmusic?…

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Summer Whites You’ve Likely Never Tried 52:54

1y ago52:54

52:54

Sip, share, shape our podcast! Summer, summer, summer. Long days, vacations, staycations, friends, family and fun. Hot days and warm nights call for a style change in your go-to wines. Rosés and whites reign supreme. We’re totally on board, but this summer, we’re pouring a few new white wines into our glass and bringing you along for the ride! As t…

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Florida, All things Disney World, Universal Studios and Living on a boat! 28:06

1y ago28:06

28:06

On our latest Podcast episode, we are on Vacation in Anna Maria Island, Florida. We have invited 2 of friends Doug and Hope to come stay with us a couple nights. Doug and Hope live on a boat in Sanford, FL. They love Disney World, Universal Studios and both work in the hospitality world. So we chatted about all those things and more. It was so grea…

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Que Syrah Shiraz 35:54

1y ago35:54

35:54

With it being Shiraz (Syrah) Day, it seemed perfect to actually kick off the new series from Wine C-Rex/Somm for the Day that is all about grapes. In this episode, we'll dive into the world of Shiraz and Syrah – two names for the same grape that bring their own charm to the wine glass. We'll explore the origins of this bold and expressive grape, un…

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Brandon Chaney - Proprietor and CEO of The Foolish Club -Tennessee Titans Wine Club 30:36

1y ago30:36

30:36

On this podcast episode, we interview Brandon Chaney. Brandon is the Proprietor and CEO of The Foolish Club, The Tennessee Titans Wine Club. This exclusive club provide’s members the opportunity to receive three or six premium Napa Valley wine bottles twice a year along with other special benefits. We enjoyed speaking to Brandon about The Foolish C…

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