Renegade is a wine podcast for rebels, witches and the wisely intoxicated. This is a week audio ritual from the founders of Blackthorn, a secret society for wine lovers, witches, and story-seekers. We blend rebellious wine education with mythology, history, and the kind of truths you only tell over a second glass. Hosted by Allie and Julie, wine educators and storytelling sorceresses, this isn’t your average wine podcast. Expect interviews with rule-breaking winemakers, irreverent dives into ...
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Learn the recipe for a delicious life each week with Laurie Forster, sought after speaker, certified sommelier and author of the award-winning book The Sipping Point: A Crash Course in Wine. Subscribe to The Sipping Point Podcast where each week Laurie will provide a fresh (and fun) look at the world of food, wine, spirits, travel and all that’s delicious in life. Laurie’s witty, no nonsense style is sure to be a breath of fresh air in the sometimes stuffy culinary world. Even though Laurie’ ...
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Listen and dive into food, wine, pairings and all things California Wine Country. Weekly episodes are hosted by Nikki Lamberti, a winemaker and wine educator in Sonoma County. She breaks down topics in wine and interviews exciting guests, including winemakers, chefs and other fun and inspiring people from across different industries. Learn a little each week, elevate your food and wine game, all while laughing and not taking it all too seriously.
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Issues and Ideas is a show that features a wide variety of people sharing their thoughts and perspectives about local issues, initiatives and events on the Central Coast. You might hear a policy maker discussing new regulation, an artist sharing their creative process, an entrepreneur exploring sustainable business practices, or an author talking about her latest book.Regular contributors and segments include: the KCBX News team; Carol Tangeman on a variety of local issues and people, travel ...
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Join wannabe-wine-snobs Sandi and Dave for fun, light-hearted yet informative discussions about wine tasting, wine travel, wine education, winemakers and wine events! Broadcasting from the second largest wine producer in the United States, Washington State (and beyond)! Then go deep into the world of wine with in-depth storytelling and interview segments with wine industry professionals. Let's Decant this!
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This is Caregiver's Compass. An uplifting, inspirational podcast talking about all things caregiving. Therapist and caregiver Stephanie Muskat takes you through real-life caregiving stories from her own therapeutic experience and gives you the raw and personal on her own caregiving experiences as a young caregiver. Plus hear from tons of incredible experts and caregivers who are living through their day-to-day journeys. It's all here at Caregiver's Compass.
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Are you naturally curious to travel and experience more of what the world has to offer? Travel Experiences Reimagined has you covered. Travel Experiences Reimagined is a podcast that will uncover different types of tours, experiences, and excursions hosted by local people from all over the world. Each week, you will discover and tune in to learn more about the person hosting the tour and what makes their tour unique.I’m your host Mariel, and after traveling to over 10+ countries and going on ...
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Redefining Rosé: How 3 Women Winemakers Are Pushing Boundaries with Abloom
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1:00:50Special Announcement: If you're not already on the Sip With Nikki mailing list, be sure to sign up here to be the first to know about our Inaugural CLUB SIP Membership, Coming SOON! (And get my free wine tips cheat sheet when you do...) Episode Notes: A trio of powerhouse winemakers-Sally Johnson Blum, Molly Hill, and Ashley Hepworth—come together …
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Celebrating AAPI month with Samoan poet William Giles, Paso women winemakers talk business, wine and lapis lazuli, and an aviation entrepreneur shares why San Luis Obispo is the perfect base of operations ...
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58:18May is Asian American and Pacific Islander or AAPI Heritage Month. In celebration of this, Issues and Ideas invited MT Vallarta, pronouns they, them, theirs, a poet and Assistant Professor of Ethnic Studies at CalPoly, to be in conversation with William Nuʻutupu Giles, pronouns he/they, who is a poet, Samoan writer, and arts educator. Giles was in …
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Renegade Nightcap 2: Wine Forged By Culture
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21:17If you find yourself in need of a nightcap, you are in the right place. We welcome you to join in on a short story of war, wine, and identity. Alsace has been making wine since ancient Roman times, but it has been in the hands of both Germany and France for hundreds of years. This struggle between cultures has formed a unique culture and influenced…
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All the Bitter: Crafting Non-Alcoholic Bitters with Purpose
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22:41Summary In this episode of The Sipping Point, we raise a glass to innovation with Ian Blessing, co-founder of All the Bitter. Ian shares his evolution from fine wine sommelier to trailblazer in the booming non-alcoholic beverage space. We dive into the essential role of bitters in mixology, explore the bold and nuanced flavors of his handcrafted, z…
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From Paso Robles to Orcutt, a delivery service that brings produce to your doorstep, the challenges and successes for Downtown SLO, and the logistics of putting together the Live Oak Music Festival
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58:41On Playing with Food, Fr. Ian Delinger spotlights Harvestly, a local delivery service that fills the gap between farm boxes, supermarkets, and restaurants by delivering local produce to your doorstep. Then, KCBX's Carol Tangeman speaks with LeBren Harris, CEO of the nonprofit Downtown SLO, about its challenges and successes in making the city’s dow…
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What's So Super About Super Tuscan Wines?
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33:03This week I'm breaking down what exactly makes a wine a "Super Tuscan", the rebellious history behind it, and why you want to explore this category of wines. You'll learn about the specific grapes used in the Super Tuscan blends and what makes them so special for wine lovers. We'll share some of our favorite Super Tuscans from Italy and explore wha…
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Renegade Episode 2: All About Blackthorn: Listener Questions
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28:54We wanted to take time to answer your questions about Renegade and Blackthorn. This episode is all about who we are and our new company. We know you listen to us, so we wanted to take the time to listen to you. Grab a glass and hang with us! Support the show CONNECT WITH US: You can follow and message us on Instagram @joinblackthorn You can also re…
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Tasmanian Sparkling Wine with Teresa Heuzenroeder of Jansz
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27:11Upcoming Events with Laurie June 4th Wine Comedy Show at Turks Head Wines June 7th Maryland Crafted VIP Experience June 25th Red, White & BBQ Virtual Tasting Summary In this sparkling episode of The Sipping Point, Laurie Forster pops the cork on conversation with Teresa Heuzenroeder, a talented winemaker from Tasmania. Teresa uncorks her path into …
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Renegade Nightcap 1: Wine Rebels of Tuscany
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23:13Welcome Nightcap hosted by Allie and Julie of Renegade: A Blackthorn Podcast. We begin our new series of minisodes with a little trip to Tuscany. Allie tells us how some wine rebels in the heart of Tuscany broke the rules and ended up starting an entirely new style of wines with a mix of Old and New World Wines. Grab a glass of your favorite bevera…
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The Art of Pairing: Wine, Food, and Flavor with The Tasting House
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31:17Upcoming Events with Laurie June 4th Wine Comedy Show at Turks Head Wines June 7th Maryland Crafted VIP Experience June 25th Red, White & BBQ Virtual Tasting Summary Join us for a flavorful conversation with Julian and Mary of The Tasting House, where passion meets palate. They dive into their paths through the culinary and wine worlds, sharing sto…
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Jalapeños in Sauvignon Blanc? We Tried The Controversial TikTok Trend!
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28:28Special Announcement: If you're not already on the Sip With Nikki mailing list, be sure to sign up here to be the first to know about our Inaugural SIP Membership, Coming SOON! (And get my free wine tips cheat sheet when you do...) Episode Notes: I recently learned about a viral TikTok trend where frozen jalapeños meet Sauvignon Blanc. Curious? So …
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Renegade: A Blackthorn Podcast: Spring Into Life and Fire
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1:05:26Welcome to Renegade: A Blackthorn Podcast. We are embarking on a new podcast adventure, but our entire catalogue of CrushCast will still be available on this podcast feed. Renegade is a podcast for those who want to learn about wine on the fringe and connect it more to everyday life and the mystical. In our inaugural episode, we introduce you to Bl…
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From Garage Dreams to Craft Beer Empire: Bull and Goat's Journey
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14:49Upcoming Events with Laurie June 4th Wine Comedy Show at Turks Head Wines June 7th Maryland Crafted VIP Experience June 25th Red, White & BBQ Virtual Tasting Summary In this flavorful episode, Laurie sits down with the dynamic duo behind Bull and Goat Brewery to trace their hop-fueled evolution from garage brewers to masters of both beer and spirit…
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International student visa revocations, the future of abandoned boats in Morro Bay, Robin Greenfield's experiments in non-ownership, and a volunteer's tribute to the Live Oak Music Festival
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58:51Professor Jared Van Ramshorst from Cal Poly's Department of Political Science talks to KCBX's Meher Ali about recent student deportations and visa revocations that have impacted international students across the country, including at Cal Poly. Then, KCBX’s Adam Solorzano reports on a state grant received by Morro Bay that will enable it to demolish…
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Wine Trends and Unexpected Gems, with Winemaker Sally Johnson Blum
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46:36If you're not already on the Sip With Nikki mailing list, be sure to sign up here to be the first to know about our Inaugural SIP Membership, Coming SOON! (And get my free wine tips cheat sheet when you do...) Episode Notes: My good friend, Winemaker Sally Johnson Blum (SJB) is back and she has been busy! We're getting into her exciting new venture…
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CrushCast Episode 74: It's All Greek To Me: Assyrtiko
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37:09In our final episode as CrushCast, we wanted to bring you all a long awaited episode all about Greece and the underestimated variety Assyrtiko. As always we bring you a stellar example of our featured wine, this one is all the way from Attica region of Central Greece. Right in time for spring this mineral-driven white is perfect for Spring and a ki…
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Sustainable Sips: Crafting Wine with Purpose at Merriam Vineyards
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32:05Upcoming Events with Laurie June 4th Wine Comedy Show at Turks Head Wines June 7th Maryland Crafted VIP Experience June 25th Red, White & BBQ Virtual Tasting Summary In this episode, Laurie Forster talks with William Weese, winemaker at Merriam Vineyards, to explore the deep roots of his winemaking philosophy. From his global journey to Sonoma’s ri…
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Congressman Salud Carbajal on the state of our democracy, Fr. Ian travels to Guadalupe for locally-made sausages, and a peace activist shares their story of how they got banned from Israel for 99 years ...
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58:37Congressman Salud Carbajal speaks with KCBX’s News Director Monica Lopez and KCBX reporter Gabriela Fernandez about the current administration’s policies and actions and what resonated with him at the Town Hall meeting that he co-hosted with Senator Adam Schiff at Cuesta College on April 22nd. For Playing with Food, KCBX's Fr. Ian Delinger travels …
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Disney Deliciousness: Where to find the Best Bites and Drinks at Walt Disney World
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36:20If you're not already on the Sip With Nikki mailing list, be sure to sign up here to be the first to know about our Inaugural SIP Membership, Coming SOON! (And get my free wine tips cheat sheet when you do...) Show Notes: If you think a visit to Walt Disney World (or Disneyland) means days of chicken fingers and churros... think again! While those …
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The Sparkle Behind Saint Spritz with Mallory Patton
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21:42Summary Laurie Forster pops the top on a sparkling convo with Mallory, founder of Saint Spritz, the refreshingly clean ready-to-drink spritz brand. They dive into the fizz behind Mallory’s inspiration, how she's shaking up the beverage aisle with better-for-you ingredients, and what it’s like juggling startups and sippy cups. From inventive flavor …
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Celebrating the history of our county's diverse workforce, Jennifer Adams on the impact of potential federal funding cuts on survivors, and Elaine Genasci reflects on two decades of keeping felines healthy ...
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*70th Episode Encore Special* Wine Haters Welcome, with My Friend Heather (who doesn't like wine)
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55:53If you'd like to Support the Podcast, you can buy me a glass of wine and I’ll give you a shoutout on a future episode! Not everyone loves wine. I know this. And while it’s hard for me to relate, I can respect it. For our 70th Episode, I'm re-sharing one of our most listened episodes to date!I Last year, I sat down with my friend Heather, who’s not …
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CrushCast Episode 73: Wines For The Seasons
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56:17We have brought you an episode full of wine and time. Every season has a wine and we make recomendations of what to chose as they change. We explore the vines as they change and what that can mean. Taste with us and explore Spring and every season to pair with. Grab a glass and join us! Cheers! Support the show CONNECT WITH US: You can follow and m…
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From Chemistry to Clif Family Winery: Winemaker Laura Barrett
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31:47Get tickets for my wine comedy show Something To Wine About at Turks Head Wines on June 4th at 6pm...advance purchase is required and limited space is available. Summary In this lively episode, Laurie Forster sits down with Laura Barrett, winemaker at Clif Family Winery, to explore the perfect pairing of science and sustainability in winemaking. La…
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Merroir and Terroir? The Surprising Parallels In Fish and Wine! With Sena Wheeler of Sena Sea
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55:30Hi Friend! Welcome to this week's party! If you'd like to Support the Podcast, you can buy me a glass of wine and get a shoutout on a future episode! The Scoop: We are diving into the world of wild Alaskan salmon (See what I did there!) with my guest Sena Wheeler. She and her husband Rich own Sena Sea, a company dedicated to delivering fresh, susta…
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Cool Climate wines are often talked about in tasting rooms and mentioned about from wines all around the world. We took this opportunity to break down what that means for how they taste, where they come from, and what that can mean for you as a consumer. Grab a Glass and Join Us! Cheers! Support the show CONNECT WITH US: You can follow and message …
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Behind the Wine List: Lessons from a Vegas Somm with Cristie Norman
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28:24Summary In this lively and insightful episode, sommelier powerhouse Cristie Norman uncorks her path into the wine world—sharing the highs, the hurdles, and how she became a force in the industry at a young age. From her current post at Delilah in Las Vegas, Cristie offers savvy advice on how to talk to your sommelier without sounding like you’re or…
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Poets from SLO County celebrate National Poetry Month, Immigrant winemakers on their journey from "cellar rats" to entrepreneurs, and seeing the world through the SLO International Film Festival
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58:21April is National Poetry Month, and we invited Caleb Nichols, the Poet Laureate of San Luis Obispo County, to gather local poets from the region to do a poetry reading session at our studio. Caleb hosts the segment. Mira Honeycutt, host of Wine Country, speaks to winemakers Edgar Torres and Enrique Torres about their journey to making Spanish wines…
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Do You Know Vermentino??? Your Perfect Pairing Guide
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26:23If you'd like to Support the Podcast, you can buy Nikki and Michael a glass of wine and get a shoutout on a future episode! We’re diving into the world of Vermentino! As spring unfolds, it’s the perfect time to explore this refreshing white wine that’s ready for its perfect pairing on your table! I'll catch you up on everything you need to know abo…
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CrushCast Bonus Episode: Patreon February 2025: Flying Cigars and a Racquet Club
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43:41We always have a great time creating content for our Patreon. We decided to share one of our latest favorite episodes where we ask some critical questions. Have you ever wondered why a small French province would have rules about aliens? Are you looking for an exclusive and discreet club in southern France? In this episode, we have some excellent s…
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From Corporate to Cabernet: Discovering Turks Head Wines
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22:10Summary Laurie Forster chats with Allison Owen, a former corporate pro who swapped boardrooms for barrel rooms, about her leap into winemaking. They dive into the one-of-a-kind tasting experience at Turks Head Wines, the value of wine education, and the vibrant community events that bring wine lovers together. Allison shares highlights from her win…
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Ira Glass on storytelling and documenting our times, making handmade caramels with entrepreneur Erin Holden, and a nonprofit's fundraiser to boost school band programs
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59:09Marisa Waddell, KCBX Program Director, is in conversation with Ira Glass, the creator, producer, and host of This American Life. Ira is touring with a show called An Evening With Ira Glass, Seven Things I’ve Learned, and he’s coming to the San Luis Obispo Performing Arts Center on April 5th at 8 pm. Here, he shares his thoughts about what makes a g…
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Hooray for Viognier! A Wine with POWER and Finesse
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29:41If you'd like to Support the Podcast, you can buy Nikki and Michael a glass of wine and get a shoutout on a future episode! Alright, Sippers... this week, I'm breaking down one of my ABSOLUTE FAVORITES: Viognier! It's unfamiliar to many wine drinkers and if you're one of them, you're missing out! It's such a versatile white wine that pairs beautifu…
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Monarch butterflies and why their survival is key, Mothers for Peace on advocating for Diablo Canyon's closure, the Santa Barbara Transgender Advocacy Network and a brief history of birthright citizenship ...
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58:11KCBX Programming Intern Sam Doyle-Jacobson's interview with Randy Widera, Director of Programs for California State Parks Foundation, where he discusses the decline in monarch butterfly populations and why their survival is key. Linda Seeley and Jane Swanson, board members of San Luis Obispo Mothers for Peace, speak with KCBX's Meher Ali about thei…
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CrushCast Episode 72: Interview with Terah Wine Company
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50:02We’re bringing you another one of our interview episodes this week! Recently, we had someone ask us if we had any special content planned for March since it is Women’s History Month. But we don’t celebrate women only one month out of the year. We are proud to be a women-owned company, and we are proud to consistently feature women winemakers and wo…
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Leading with Passion: Remi Cohen at Domaine Carneros
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31:27Want to travel to wine country with me? Find out all about my European Wine Tour in 2026 by emailing me at [email protected]. Summary In this engaging episode, Remi Cohen, CEO of Domaine Carneros, shares her unique journey from studying molecular biology to leading a prestigious winery. She discusses her passion for sparkling wine, the import…
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A New Wine Movement Has Started... Are you IN?
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31:05Wine is more than just a beverage; it’s a catalyst for connection, a way to bring people together and share experiences. This week, I'm excited to invite you to join in on "Share and Pair Sundays", a campaign that encourages you to invite friends over to enjoy good food and wine together. (sounds simple, cause it is). Similar to the Come Over Octob…
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Celebrating Maryland Wine Month with Kristin Hanna & Love Point Vineyards
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24:37Summary In this episode of The Sipping Point, host Laurie Forster discusses Maryland Wine Month with guests Kristin Hanna of Maryland's Best and Tim Seppi of Love Point Vineyards. They explore the significance of Maryland's wine industry, the various events taking place during the month, and the unique offerings of Love Point Winery. Tim shares his…
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Following Harry Belafonte in Santa Barbara, Wine for Paws weekend and a wine memoir about working the 1995 crush on California's Central Coast
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58:56Susanne Rostock, director of “Following Harry,” a documentary about the life of singer, actor and activist Harry Belafonte, speaks with KCSB reporter Kelly Darroch about her lifelong friendship with Belafonte. The documentary was featured at this year’s Santa Barbara International Film Festival. Then, for Peace, Love and Pets, Robin Coleman of Wood…
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What's Wrong With My Wine? Identifying Wine Flaws Without the Drama
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14:25If you'd like to Support the Podcast, like listeners Lisa an Greg, you can buy Nikki and Michael a glass of wine and get a shoutout on a future episode! Have you ever been out, taken a sip of your favorite wine only to find it tastes off... but you're not sure why or what to do? I'm unpacking the three main culprits that could be ruining your glass…
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In this Sispsode, we take you to the island of Madeira. What makes this place special is the wine that it produces. Madeira wine is made by a special process of heating and cooling that makes it truly unique and able to stand the test of time. Allie shares a special bottle of Madeira and she tells you the story behind this famous wine and how it wa…
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