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Of course all of the good wine is on Howell Mountain@MayacamasWine @ArkenstoneNV #wine #napavalleywine #podcast #radioshowCo hosts : Good ol Boy Harmeet, Good ol Boy Justin, and Made Man BobSIPS – Join us for an exhilarating episode of Sips, Suds, &Smokes as we delve into a selection of exquisite wines from Mayacamas Vineyards and Arkenstone Estate. With lively discussions, playful banter, and insightful tasting notes, we'll uncover the nuances of each wine. Whether you're a wine connoisseur or a curious newcomer, this episode promises to elevate your appreciation for the finer things in life. We will be discussing these wines and rating them from 1-5 with 5 being the best:5:08 Mayacamas Vineyards 2023 Mt Chardonnay4 SIPS11:26 Mayacamas Vineyards 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon4 SIPS17:18 Mayacamas Vineyards 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon5 SIPS23:10 Arkenstone Estate Blanc 20235 SIPS29:52 Arkenstone Estate Red Wine 20225 SIPS33:50 Arkenstone NVD Cabernet Sauvignon 20225 SIPSinfo@sipssudsandsmokes.comX- @sipssudssmokes IG/FB/Bluesky - @sipssudsandsmokesSips, Suds, & Smokes® is produced by One Tan Hand Productions using the power of beer, whiskey, and golf. Available on Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Pandora, iHeart, and nearly anywhere you can find a podcast.Enjoying that cool Outro Music, it's from Woods & Whitehead – Back RoadsDownload your copy here:https://amzn.to/2XblorcThe easiest way to find this award winning podcast on your phone is ask Alexa, Siri or Google, “Play Podcast , Sips, Suds, & Smokes” Credits:TITLE: Maxwell Swing / FlapperjackPERFORMED BY: Texas GypsiesCOMPOSED BY: Steven R Curry (BMI)PUBLISHED BY: Alliance AudioSparx (BMI)COURTESY OF: AudioSparxTITLE: Back RoadsPERFORMED BY: Woods & WhiteheadCOMPOSED BY: Terry WhiteheadPUBLISHED BY: Terry WhiteheadCOURTESY OF: Terry WhiteheadPost production services : Pro Podcast SolutionsAdvertising sales: Contact us directlyContent hosting services: Talk Media Network, Audioport, Earshot, Radio4All, & PodBeanProducer: Made Man BobExecutive Producer: Good ol Boy MikeWine Tasting, Mayacamas Vineyards, Arkenstone Estate, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, Wine Reviews, Wine Ratings, Wine Pairing, Organic Wine, Wine Enthusiasts, Wine Cellar, Wine Regions, Wine Education, Wine Culture, Tasting Notes, Vintage Wine, Wine Production, Wine Appreciation, Wine Podcast
Ever tried explaining a word that shows up 250+ times in the Bible... and still can't quite pin it down? That's exactly the puzzle Old Testament scholar Jenny Matheny sits down to unpack with Cyndi this episode. Using her own growing up context in Napa Valley and the French wine concept of terroir to help people explore the concept of the Hebrew term hesed. This word defies easy translations because it is so thick with meaning. Explore the book Hesed the Seed of the Biblical Story from @bakerpublishinggroup Here Read more about Dr. Jennifer M. Matheny HERE Listen to Dr. Megan Roberts talk about a trauma informed reading of Isaiah: Part 1 and Part 2 Listen to Dr. Ericka Dunbar talk about reading Ruth as Horror: Part 1 and Part 2 Contact Cyndi Parker through Narrative of Place. Learn more about me and sign up for upcoming tours of Israel/Palestine. Join Cyndi Parker's Patreon Team!
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Episode 454 of Grief and Happiness features author Arik Housley on losing his 18-year-old daughter, Alaina, in the 2018 Borderline Bar & Grill mass shooting. He shares his path to forgiveness and post-traumatic growth, from his teenage son's eulogy the night of the tragedy to the well-meaning phrases that missed the mark, offering practical wisdom on showing up for the grieving.In This Episode, You Will Learn:(01:00) Arik Housley introduces himself and the loss of his daughter, Alaina(02:16) Finding strength in vulnerability, and a story that reshaped his faith(04:46) The night of the Borderline shooting and the family's evacuation(07:52) His 14-year-old son's decision to write a eulogy that same night(09:57) Speaking at the Parents of Murdered Children's Conference(14:29) Navigating the line between giving privacy and creating isolation(17:06) What to say — and what not to say — to someone who's grieving(20:36) Why "I know how you feel" can do more harm than good(24:47) Choosing joy and carrying love forward after unimaginable loss(25:45) The story behind his book, Always NovemberArik Housley is an author, entrepreneur, and public speaker based in Napa Valley, California, where he has spent nearly 30 years building a portfolio of businesses spanning grocery stores, a winery, and a restaurant. He is the father of Alaina Housley, killed at 18 in the 2018 mass shooting at Borderline Bar & Grill in Thousand Oaks, and author of the bestselling memoir Always November: Lessons in Loss, Love and Resilience, co-written with novelist Holly Lynn Payne. In Alaina's memory, he and his wife, Hannah, founded Alaina's Voice Foundation, supporting mental health and education, and he now speaks widely at universities and conferences on grief and resilience.In this episode, Arik shares the story behind Always November, from the night his family learned of Alaina's murder to the post-traumatic growth that followed, including his decision to forgive the shooter for his own sake, and how he helped his teenage son process the loss of his sister. Much of the conversation turns practical, as Arik offers guidance for supporting the grieving: navigating the line between giving space and disappearing, and why saying something imperfect beats saying nothing at all. He closes by reflecting on how honesty, even when painful, builds the trust that carries families through tragedy.Connect with Arik Housley:WebsiteFacebookInstagramLinkedInSubstackBook: Arik Housley - Always NovemberLet's Connect: WebsiteLinkedInFacebookInstagramTwitterPinterestThe Grief and Happiness AllianceBook: Emily Thiroux Threatt - Loving and Living Your Way Through Grief Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
It's Monday, Let's raise a glass to the beginning of another week. It's time to unscrew, uncork or saber a bottle and let's begin Welcome to Napa Valley, the land of legendary Cabernet, world-class hospitality, and, apparently, runaway sprinklers and free protein in your wine glass! In this episode, we're taking a hilarious tour through the absurd world of 1-star winery reviews. From servers who pull full disappearing acts after pouring a single glass to front desk staff handing out "funeral home carpet" vibes and fruit fly flights, we dive headfirst into the magnificent customer service meltdowns hidden behind Napa's most prestigious gates. Buckle up, check your credit card statement twice, and join us as we separate top-tier terroir from pure, unadulterated tasting room chaos. Please take a moment of your time to subscribe, rate and review Exploring the Wine Glass. It's completely free and is a great way to let other wine lovers know about the podcast. Be sure to head over to the website, Exploringthewineglass.com, to read my award winning blog and to see what else I have been up to. And most of all, please tell your friends about the podcast! Slainte! Find out more about my Wine Education Classes here Order Spanish Wine Bingo Game here Earn your Rioja Enthusiasts Certification here Music: WINE by Kēvens Official Video Follow me on Instagram! Follow me on Twitter! Subscribe to my YouTube channel SIGN UP FOR EXPLORING THE WINE GLASS NEWSLETTER SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES STITCHER | iTUNES | YOUTUBE | SPOTIFY | PODBEAN | AUDIBLE | BOOMPLAY Even ask your smart speaker to play Exploring the Wine Glass GIVE US A RATING AND REVIEW Thoughts or comments? Contact Lori at exploringthewineglass@gmail.com. Please support our sponsors Dracaena Wines - Our Wines + Your Moments + Great Memories Use code 'Explore' at checkout to receive 10% off your first order GET SPECIAL OFFERS FOR DRACAENA WINES
"Take The Gloves Off" from James 4:1-2 was preached by Pastor Mike Ray at Hopewell Baptist Church on Sunday Morning, 8/23/2026. You can watch the video archive of this sermon on our church website. You can also watch archived services on Vimeo, YouTube, Medium, or audio podcast. Stay up to date by following us on Facebook and Instagram. Hopewell Baptist Church is an Independent Baptist Church in Napa, California pastored by Mike Ray. It is Bible-based with a warm, friendly atmosphere. Hopewell is dedicated to bringing the water of life to the Napa Valley and beyond.
"Biggest Relationship Troublemaker" from James 3:1-6 was preached by Pastor Mike Ray at Hopewell Baptist Church on Sunday Evening, 8/23/2026. You can watch the video archive of this sermon on our church website. You can also watch archived services on Vimeo, YouTube, Medium, or audio podcast. Stay up to date by following us on Facebook and Instagram. Hopewell Baptist Church is an Independent Baptist Church in Napa, California pastored by Mike Ray. It is Bible-based with a warm, friendly atmosphere. Hopewell is dedicated to bringing the water of life to the Napa Valley and beyond.
A Winemaker, an Author, the Ultimate Betrayal, Chianti, the Napa Valley and interview with Daniel Grace, author and winemaker. ON THE ROAD with MR CA WINE is about California's cool aspirational lifestyle, and its awesome wines. Hosted by Chuck Cramer, a California native, living in London and is the Director of EMEA & Asia, sales & marketing, Terlato Wines. This is a wine journey covering the hottest topics in the world of wine, chatting along the way with wine experts & key influencers in the world of wine who make it all happen. This week's episode includes an interview with Daniel Grace.
Wine Road: The Wine, When, and Where of Northern Sonoma County.
Savor Sonoma at Graton Resort & Casino: Carey Sweet on AYA, Live Fire & Vine & Sonoma County Wine Wine Road: Wine, When & Where Podcast Host: Katie Ambrosi Guest: Carey Sweet — longtime Sonoma County wine and food writer and Public Relations Manager at Graton Resort & Casino Episode Summary What's new at Graton Resort & Casino, and what can wine and food lovers expect from Savor Sonoma Live Fire & Vine? In this episode of the Wine Road: Wine, When & Where Podcast, Katie Ambrosi sits down with longtime Sonoma County wine and food writer Carey Sweet at Graton Resort & Casino in Rohnert Park, California. Carey shares her journey from covering the Sonoma County culinary scene as a journalist to joining the team at Graton, along with an inside look at the resort's major expansion, its growing culinary program, the new AYA restaurant, and the upcoming Savor Sonoma food and wine celebration on August 21–22, 2026. We also dive into the Live Fire & Vine Festival, featuring nationally known chefs cooking over live fire alongside a Sonoma County wine village, plus Graton's on-site farming program, sustainability efforts, upcoming restaurants and entertainment, and what makes Graton an increasingly important part of the Sonoma County food and wine scene. In This Episode Katie and Carey talk about: Carey Sweet's career covering Sonoma County wine, food, restaurants and hospitality and her transition from journalism to public relations at Graton Resort & Casino The major expansion underway at Graton, including a new smoke-free casino space AYA, Graton's new flagship restaurant led by Chef Roy Ellamar Chef Ellamar's California coastal cuisine with Asian, Hawaiian and Filipino influences Savor Sonoma, taking place August 21–22, 2026 The sold-out Friday Headliners Dinner and Saturday's Live Fire & Vine Festival Celebrity chefs including Aarón Sánchez, Marcus Samuelsson, Bryan and Michael Voltaggio, Nyesha Arrington, Charlie Palmer, Dustin Valette and Roy Ellamar The Aarón Sánchez Impact Fund, under the Emeril Lagasse Foundation, and its support of Latino youth pursuing culinary careers Graton's five-acre G5 farm and plans for the new 40-acre G40 farm Sonoma County sustainability, farm-to-table dining, living wages and community investment Graton's Sonoma County-focused wine program and Wine Director James Hernandez New and upcoming Graton restaurants including Revere (which is the rebranded 630 Park Steakhouse), Neon Kitty and Soco DoCo The Playbook's Detroit-style pizza and quesabirria tacos Graton entertainment, including John Legend, Third Eye Blind and plans for a new 3,600-seat theater Carey's favorite West Sonoma County food destinations What makes a great Sonoma County restaurant wine list Savor Sonoma 2026: Event Details Savor Sonoma takes place at Graton Resort & Casino in Rohnert Park, Sonoma County, on Friday, August 21 and Saturday, August 22, 2026. Friday, August 21: Headliners Dinner The Friday night Headliners Dinner is sold out and features a five-course collaborative dinner from acclaimed chefs including Aarón Sánchez, Charlie Palmer, Bryan and Michael Voltaggio and Roy Ellamar. Saturday, August 22: Live Fire & Vine Festival Time: Noon–5:00 PM Location: Poolside at Graton Resort & Casino General Admission: $165 VIP: $245, including the AYA after-party from 7:00–9:00 PM SOLD OUT Dress: Sonoma County elegant / resort wear Live Fire & Vine brings together acclaimed chefs cooking over open fire, Sonoma County and California wineries, live music and a poolside wine-country setting. Featured chefs: Aarón Sánchez, Chef, restaurateur and television personality known for MasterChef and Chopped Nyesha Arrington – James Beard Award finalist, alumna of "Top Chef," "Next Level Chef" and chef/owner of Native by Nyesha Cal-global restaurant in Los Angeles Marcus Samuelsson, Award-winning chef, restaurateur and Top Chef Masters winner Charlie Palmer, Sonoma culinary pioneer and founder of the Charlie Palmer Collective Bryan & Michael Voltaggio, Top Chef alumni and acclaimed restaurateurs Dustin Valette, Michelin-recognized Sonoma chef-vintner and founder of Valette Hospitality Roy Ellamar, Executive Chef of AYA at Graton Resort & Casino Wine Road Wineries at Savor Sonoma Live Fire & Vine We're especially excited to see several Wine Road member wineries pouring at Savor Sonoma. If you're attending Live Fire & Vine, be sure to look for these Wine Road wineries: A. Rafanelli Winery Bricoleur Vineyards Iron Horse Vineyards J Vineyards & Winery Ridge Vineyards Silver Oak Cellars These wineries are part of the Wine Road community representing the wines and wine experiences of Northern Sonoma County and Sonoma County wine country. Live Fire & Vine Chef Menu Aarón Sánchez Grilled Chicken Halves Congri, heirloom tomato and peach salad, Crystal Mojo sauce Marcus Samuelsson Whole Smoked Lamb Roasted pineapple, olive tapenade, roti and Scotch bonnet peppers Bryan & Michael Voltaggio Miso-Mushroom Cedar-Planked Cod Mushroom fideos, maitake mushroom, fennel pollen and Espelette aioli Dustin Valette Whole Pig Porchetta Smoked guanciale and white corn salad, Périgord truffle espuma Roy Ellamar Octopus Tinono & Pork Belly Lechon Sweet onions and Sungold tomatoes Nyesha Arrington Santa Maria-Grilled Tomahawk Ribeyes Kickback potato salad, charred spring onion and beef-fat vinaigrette Graton Resort & Casino Culinary Team G40 Vegetable Paella Pan-Roasted Camembert Local fruit and honey with Della Fattoria bread Cold Fruit Stand House-made chamoy, chili and lime salt Semolina Olive Oil Cake Whipped mascarpone and grilled summer stone fruit Wineries Pouring at Savor Sonoma Live Fire & Vine The Live Fire & Vine wine village features a broad selection of Sonoma County, Napa Valley and California wineries, including: A. Rafanelli Winery Aperture Cellars Bricoleur Vineyards Browne Family Wines Chappellet Hourglass J Vineyards & Winery Ledson Winery & Vineyards Martinelli Winery & Vineyards Ram's Gate Winery Ridge Vineyards Silver Oak Cellars Staglin Family Vineyard The Mascot Truchard Vineyards Turley Wine Cellars Valette Wines Vérité / Anakota Williams Selyem More About AYA at Graton Resort & Casino AYA is Graton Resort & Casino's new flagship restaurant, led by Chef Roy Ellamar, whose background includes working with legendary chef Joël Robuchon. The restaurant highlights California coastal cuisine with Asian, Hawaiian and Filipino influences while drawing ingredients from Graton's own farming program. Carey also talks about Graton's five-acre G5 farm and the planned G40, a 40-acre agricultural project designed to expand the resort's connection between farming, sustainability and its restaurants. New Restaurants & Entertainment at Graton Graton continues to expand its food, beverage and entertainment offerings. Carey gives us a preview of several projects, including: Revere: a reimagined version of the 630 Park Steakhouse with tableside presentations and a dramatic meat program. Neon Kitty: a playful, upscale concept inspired by Japanese convenience-store culture, expected to open in September. Soco DoCo: a brioche-based doughnut concept. The Playbook: serving casual favorites including Detroit-style pizza and quesabirria tacos. Graton is also expanding its entertainment offerings, with concerts including recent performances by John Legend and Third Eye Blind and plans for a new 3,600-seat theater as part of its hotel expansion. Carey Sweet's Sonoma County Food & Wine Picks In our rapid-fire round, Carey shares some of her favorite Sonoma County and West County destinations and discusses places including: Casino Bar & Grill in Bodega Valley Ford Creamery and Estero Gold cheese Rocker Oysterfeller's in Valley Ford Hazel in Occidental Cyrus in Geyserville SingleThread in Healdsburg Dry Creek Kitchen in Healdsburg She also shares her philosophy on Sonoma County restaurant wine programs: start with the wines and build the menu around what you want to drink. Also Mentioned in This Episode Graton Resort & Casino AYA The Playbook Tony's Revere/630 Park Steakhouse Neon Kitty Soco DoCo Douglas Keane and Cyrus SingleThread Dry Creek Kitchen Casino Bar & Grill Valley Ford Creamery Rocker Oysterfeller's Hazel About the Wine Road Podcast Wine Road: Wine, When & Where explores the wineries, winemakers, chefs, restaurants, events and personalities that make Northern Sonoma County wine country such a special place to visit. Follow the Wine Road for more stories and events from Alexander Valley, Dry Creek Valley and Russian River Valley, and subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss our next episode.
"Wisdom Crieth" from Proverbs 8 was preached by Guest Speaker Jeremiah Andrews at Hopewell Baptist Church on Midweek Service, 8/19/2026. You can watch the video archive of this sermon on our church website. You can also watch archived services on Vimeo, YouTube, Medium, or audio podcast. Stay up to date by following us on Facebook and Instagram. Hopewell Baptist Church is an Independent Baptist Church in Napa, California pastored by Mike Ray. It is Bible-based with a warm, friendly atmosphere. Hopewell is dedicated to bringing the water of life to the Napa Valley and beyond.
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"Root Issues" from Job 19:28 was preached by Pastor Mike Ray at Hopewell Baptist Church on Sunday Morning, 8/16/2026. You can watch the video archive of this sermon on our church website. You can also watch archived services on Vimeo, YouTube, Medium, or audio podcast. Stay up to date by following us on Facebook and Instagram. Hopewell Baptist Church is an Independent Baptist Church in Napa, California pastored by Mike Ray. It is Bible-based with a warm, friendly atmosphere. Hopewell is dedicated to bringing the water of life to the Napa Valley and beyond.
"Excellent Spirit" from Daniel 5:12, 6:3 was preached by Pastor Mike Ray at Hopewell Baptist Church on Sunday Evening, 8/16/2026. You can watch the video archive of this sermon on our church website. You can also watch archived services on Vimeo, YouTube, Medium, or audio podcast. Stay up to date by following us on Facebook and Instagram. Hopewell Baptist Church is an Independent Baptist Church in Napa, California pastored by Mike Ray. It is Bible-based with a warm, friendly atmosphere. Hopewell is dedicated to bringing the water of life to the Napa Valley and beyond.
A Cal Poly Humboldt study found barn owls can reduce rodent populations in Napa Valley vineyards while changing how the remaining pests behave.
The Mondavi name remains one of the most recognizable names in American wine. But the Mondavi family hasn't been involved with Robert Mondavi Winery since 2004.This week, we sit down with Robert Mondavi's grandson, Brian Mondavi Borger, to hear what happened and how his family rebuilt after losing the winery that helped put Napa Valley on the world stage.Brian shares what it was like growing up inside an iconic wine family, the lessons his grandfather passed down, and why wine should bring people together instead of making them feel intimidated.We also explore the creation of Continuum Estate, the rugged mountainside vineyard on Pritchard Hill, and Tim Mondavi's 50 years of winemaking.Then we taste Novicium, a limited-production, estate-grown Cabernet blend priced around $200. Can an expensive Napa wine deliver enough quality to justify the price?Wine DetailsWine: NoviciumProducer: Continuum EstateRegion: Napa ValleyVarietals: 91% Cabernet Sauvignon with Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, and MerlotAlcohol: 14.9% ABVPrice: Approximately $200Learn More About Continuum Website: https://www.continuumestate.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/continuumestateSupport the show and help keep the wine flowing!Buy us a glass!https://buymeacoffee.com/cheers3Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you!Stop Wasting Your Wine on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/stopwastingyourwine/Stop Wasting Your Wine on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/@StopWastingYourWineChapters00:00 The Mondavi Name Isn't What You Think02:36 Meet Brian Mondavi Borger14:23 Making Wine Less Intimidating18:44 What Happened to Robert Mondavi Winery?24:02 Building Continuum Estate38:30 Introducing Novicium42:25 Tasting a $200 Napa Cabernet55:26 The Final Ratings1:02:53 Aging and Collecting Novicium1:04:39 Pick Your Poison1:08:02 Outro
"Dealing With Baggage" from Galatians 6:2, I Corinthians 1:10-11, 3:1, 4:2, 5:1 was preached by Pastor Mike Ray at Hopewell Baptist Church on Sunday Morning, 8/9/2026. You can watch the video archive of this sermon on our church website. You can also watch archived services on Vimeo, YouTube, Medium, or audio podcast. Stay up to date by following us on Facebook and Instagram. Hopewell Baptist Church is an Independent Baptist Church in Napa, California pastored by Mike Ray. It is Bible-based with a warm, friendly atmosphere. Hopewell is dedicated to bringing the water of life to the Napa Valley and beyond.
"Perseverance For Longevity" from John 6:60-61, 66 was preached by Pastor Mike Ray at Hopewell Baptist Church on Sunday Evening, 8/9/2026. You can watch the video archive of this sermon on our church website. You can also watch archived services on Vimeo, YouTube, Medium, or audio podcast. Stay up to date by following us on Facebook and Instagram. Hopewell Baptist Church is an Independent Baptist Church in Napa, California pastored by Mike Ray. It is Bible-based with a warm, friendly atmosphere. Hopewell is dedicated to bringing the water of life to the Napa Valley and beyond.
Peloton just got hit with a $20.5 million verdict after a federal jury sided with Japan's NEC Corporation in a patent dispute over the streaming tech in the Bike and Tread — on Episode 476, Crystal and Tom break down what the ruling actually means for Peloton going forward. They also cover a Napa Valley hotel adding Peloton Spaces, quiet new Outdoor Run Club teams, and a new "follow" filter in the Peloton app. On the instructor side: Aditi Shah at the Time 100 Creators event and her new 7 Days to Better Sleep program, Kirsten Ferguson confirming the Chicago Marathon, Christine D'Ercole's classical music ride, Matt Wilpers bringing back Power Zone Max, and Hannah Frankson's UK Carnival Celebration ride, plus the TCO Top 5 listener-recommended classes. New episodes every Friday wherever you listen to podcasts.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
This episode of Wine Crush Podcast takes us to one of Oregon wine country's most iconic destinations, Soter Vineyards at Mineral Springs Ranch.Founded in 1997 by Tony and Michelle Soter, Soter's story is deeply woven into the history of American wine. Before coming to Oregon, Tony built an impressive winemaking career in Napa Valley, including founding Etude and consulting for some of California's most celebrated wineries. In 2001, the Soters purchased Mineral Springs Ranch, a former cattle ranch in the Yamhill-Carlton AVA, and began transforming it into the remarkable biodynamic farm and vineyard it is today. In this episode, we get behind the scenes with Soter's winemaker Chris Fladwood, who has been part of the Soter team since 2009, working his way from Cellar Master to Director of Winemaking & Viticulture. We talk wine, farming, Oregon's wine history, and what it really takes to make wines that reflect a place. And because wine and food belong together, we're also joined by Soter's head chef for a delicious conversation about the connection between the vineyard, the farm, the kitchen and the table.Soter's philosophy goes well beyond making great Pinot Noir. Their biodynamic approach treats Mineral Springs Ranch as a living ecosystem, with vineyards, gardens, livestock and the land all working together. And their sparkling wine program has its own Oregon history, beginning with the very first Soter wine, the 1997 Brut Rosé. This is one of those episodes where you get the wine, the stories, the food and a deeper appreciation for the people and place behind the bottle.Pour yourself something good and come with us to Mineral Springs Ranch. This is Soter Vineyards.
This episode of Wine Crush Podcast takes us to one of Oregon wine country's most iconic destinations, Soter Vineyards at Mineral Springs Ranch.Founded in 1997 by Tony and Michelle Soter, Soter's story is deeply woven into the history of American wine. Before coming to Oregon, Tony built an impressive winemaking career in Napa Valley, including founding Etude and consulting for some of California's most celebrated wineries. In 2001, the Soters purchased Mineral Springs Ranch, a former cattle ranch in the Yamhill-Carlton AVA, and began transforming it into the remarkable biodynamic farm and vineyard it is today. In this episode, we get behind the scenes with Soter's winemaker Chris Fladwood, who has been part of the Soter team since 2009, working his way from Cellar Master to Director of Winemaking & Viticulture. We talk wine, farming, Oregon's wine history, and what it really takes to make wines that reflect a place. And because wine and food belong together, we're also joined by Soter's head chef for a delicious conversation about the connection between the vineyard, the farm, the kitchen and the table.Soter's philosophy goes well beyond making great Pinot Noir. Their biodynamic approach treats Mineral Springs Ranch as a living ecosystem, with vineyards, gardens, livestock and the land all working together. And their sparkling wine program has its own Oregon history, beginning with the very first Soter wine, the 1997 Brut Rosé. This is one of those episodes where you get the wine, the stories, the food and a deeper appreciation for the people and place behind the bottle.Pour yourself something good and come with us to Mineral Springs Ranch. This is Soter Vineyards.
"Let Us Run" from Hebrews 12:1 was preached by Guest Speaker Jonathan Ray at Hopewell Baptist Church on Midweek Service, 8/5/2026. You can watch the video archive of this sermon on our church website. You can also watch archived services on Vimeo, YouTube, Medium, or audio podcast. Stay up to date by following us on Facebook and Instagram. Hopewell Baptist Church is an Independent Baptist Church in Napa, California pastored by Mike Ray. It is Bible-based with a warm, friendly atmosphere. Hopewell is dedicated to bringing the water of life to the Napa Valley and beyond.
Send us Fan MailVulTour Napa Valley Red Blend 2023VolTour is a boutique winery based in Napa. They make wines from small plots of prime Napa vineyards.The wines routinely get 94 points on up and sell for $125+.The Voltour Proprietary Napa Red 2023 is a blend of Napa Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot, and Zinfandel. The exact percentages are a secret.This wine sells on the VolTour website for $85.It sells at Costco for $11.99.That is a bargain too good to pass up!Check us out at www.cheapwinefinder.comor email us at podcast@cheapwinefinder.com
This episode features a conversation with Elias Fernandez, longtime winemaker at Shafer Vineyards in Napa Valley. Fernandez, who was raised by migrant farm workers in the Napa Valley, traces his path from studying enology at UC Davis to joining Shafer in 1984, where he became winemaker in 1994. He discusses the winery's evolution under John and Doug Shafer, its shift toward estate-only vineyards with additions like Wildfoote and Altimeter, and the current portfolio, including Hillside Select, TD-9, the One Point Five, and the Wine Spectator–acclaimed Relentless Syrah. The conversation also covers his hands-on approach to extended maceration, his early and enthusiastic adoption of non-Saccharomyces yeasts and crossflow filtration, and his use of AI-based tools like Tule for vineyard water management. Fernandez closes by reflecting on mentoring his son, now assistant winemaker at Shafer, and on the importance of introducing younger generations to wine. Resources from this Episode Shafer Vineyards
Hoy hablamos con Eduardo Imberti, un enólogo mendocino formado entre Argentina y Napa Valley.En este episodio hablamos del camino inusual de Eduardo en donde se materializan sus sueños que tuvo como niño en fundar su bodega.Eduardo crea vinos con identidad en donde cada cosecha expresa su origen y cada botella cuenta una historia.Me despido con esta frase de HomeroEl vino da fuerza al hombre cansado. Bruno Stump: @vinopod_podcast)vinopod@gmail.comwww.youtube.com/@vinopod_podcastDiseño gráfico y logo:Artista Léa Chauré. @leachaure_is_paintingMúsica de inicio“Funkalicious” y efectos de sonido especiales: www.Zapsplat.comMúsica final “Chappy”Autor: Gabo Morfín. @gabbage.patchContacto Eduardo: @imbertiwines
Aaron Pott is an award-winning winemaker with global experience across France, Italy, Argentina and Chile, known for biodynamic, organic, handmade wines and consulting for top Napa Valley estates. He also founded Missing Thorn, a non-alcoholic wine brand rethinking modern wine. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Following your passion is still one of the most powerful drivers of success because enthusiasm and commitment create a lasting competitive advantage. 2. Great wine begins in the vineyard. The quality of the land, the care of the grapes, and attention to every detail determine the final outcome. 3. Craftsmanship requires relentless focus on the smallest details. Excellence is often the result of thousands of tiny decisions made consistently over time. Check out Aaron's website to learn more about Pott Wine and Aaron's work - Pott Wine Sponsors HighLevel - The ultimate all-in-one platform for entrepreneurs, marketers, coaches, and agencies. Learn more at HighLevelFire.com. Nexus Install - Have a high-ticket offer? Nexus Install builds you a custom LinkedIn prospect booking system designed to generate more quality sales calls. Email JLD at John@EOFire.com to learn more.
All the latest news and views from John Stimpfig and Elin McCoy in this month's Omnibus. Reports on the state of Napa Valley, good and bad, how En Primeur 2025 Bordeaux fared in the UK and US (and which wines did sell through), reaction to Michelin's guide to Burgundy, weather watch and much more.Find out more at wine-conversation.com
This week on Country Club Girls, we're covering two very different kinds of whiplash. First, we're joined by Mia Scott of Rixa Health to talk about the hormonal roller coaster that is perimenopause. Why are we suddenly sweaty, anxious, exhausted, bloated, forgetting words, and questioning our sanity? We get into HRT, what's actually normal, what isn't, and why so many women are suffering in silence when they don't have to. Want to keep the conversation going? Get your tickets to Rixa Health's Women's Health Summit at summit.rixahealth.com. Then it's time to unpack Meredith's trip to Napa. From wine country adventures and vacation stories to the moments we definitely need more details on, we're recapping the highlights (and the chaos) from her getaway, as well as her roasting Brittany for her awful wine preferences. Hormones. Hot flashes. Cabernet. Questionable decisions. Just another week at the club. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tim Milos is a highly respected winemaker and consultant working across Napa and Sonoma, with current winemaking roles at Immortal Estate, Hidden Ridge Vineyard, and RD Winery, and as proprietor of Vino di Milos LLC. He is a Napa and Sonoma-based winemaker with over 20 years of experience in wine production, vineyard management, and consulting. He is known for crafting terroir-driven wines using traditional winemaking techniques and a minimalist approach to highlight the unique characteristics of each vineyard block. Tim has had multiple 95+ point ratings from Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, was included in the Top 100 Wines of the World by Wine Spectator and Wine Enthusiast and has had 100-point wines from Wine Advocate and Jeb Dunnuck for his Impassable Mountain Cabernet Sauvignons RD Winery. Milos began his career in the Finger Lakes before moving to Napa Valley, where he has worked with notable wineries such as Stag's Leap Wine Cellars, Opus One, S. Anderson, and Cliff Lede RD Winery. He studied cell biology and biochemistry at Sonoma State University, enology and viticulture at UC Davis, and has experience in plant genome mapping at the USDA RD Winery. His take on the chemistry of wine as it pertains to smoke taint is eye opening. [Ep 421] @timothymilos thewinemakerspodcast.com
From USC Football to Cartel Cocaine w/ "Cocaine Quarterback" Owen Hanson | The Hopeaholics Podcast #347The "Cocaine Quarterback" Owen Hanson was a volleyball player at USC who wanted to get stronger and start again. That led him to smuggling steroids in from a vet in Tijuana. He walked onto the football team and began selling Adderall, Xanax, and cocaine to teammates. After the 2008 recession killed his real estate job, he became a bookie, landed a cartel lieutenant as a client, and lost $2.5 million of the cartel's money in an Australian casino. His plan to pay it back involved dissolving cocaine in Everclear and shipping it to Australia in Napa Valley wine bottles. In 2015, 15 FBI agents arrested him at a golf course in Carlsbad and he did nearly a decade on a RICO charge. Thats where he invented protein ice cream in a mop bucket, and had an Emmy-winning Amazon Prime documentary built around his life while he was still locked up.Chad and Natalie talk to him about how each thing escalated, what the meeting in Tijuana with the cartel actually looked like, what a decade in federal prison was really like, and what he's building now.#TheHopeaholics #redemption #recovery #AlcoholAddiction #AddictionRecovery #wedorecover #SobrietyJourney #MyStory #Hope #wedorecover #treatmentcenter #natalieevamarieJoin our patreon to get access to an EXTRA EPISODE every week of ‘Off the Record', exclusive content, a thriving recovery community, and opportunities to be featured on the podcast. https://patreon.com/TheHopeaholics Go to www.Wolfpak.com today and support our sponsors. Don't forget to use code: HOPEAHOLICSPODCAST for 10% off!Follow the Hopeaholics on our Socials:https://www.instagram.com/thehopeaholics https://linktr.ee/thehopeaholicsBuy Merch: https://thehopeaholics.myshopify.comVisit our Treatment Centers: https://www.hopebythesea.comIf you or a loved one needs help, please call or text 949-615-8588. We have the resources to treat mental health and addiction. Sponsored by the Infiniti Group LLC:https://www.infinitigroupllc.com Timestamps:0:00:00 - Cold open0:00:49 - Podcast intro0:01:19 - Owen Hanson, one year out of federal prison0:05:05 - Buying steroids from a vet in Tijuana 0:08:45 - The transformation: 185 to 240 pounds in six weeks0:10:27 - Making the USC football team / Pete Carroll era0:13:32 - Black market concierge0:15:30 - Grew up broke at a school full of money0:17:03 - Reggie Bush, and Matt Leinart0:19:33 - California Ice Protein taste test0:29:36 - Getting high on his own supply in college0:38:38 - 2008 recession kills the real estate job; becoming a bookie0:40:08 - Uncle Tony and the Italian bookmaker introduction0:44:27 - Going to Costa Rica, starting his own sports book0:45:11 - The cartel whale: $750K lost in three weeks, paid on Monday0:47:00 - The offer: $1 million a day to go to Australia0:47:51 - The laundering scheme collapses0:52:24 - The call from the New South Wales Police Department0:53:33 - Back in America, the cartel wants $3 million immediately0:57:11 - Figuring out how to move cocaine into Australia0:57:47 - The wine bottle method0:59:11 - Five years of FBI building the case1:00:02 - The arrest at Aviator Country Club in Carlsbad1:01:38 - RICO charges: distribution, money laundering, bookmaking1:02:28 - Sentencing day1:04:10 - Mark Wahlberg's team takes the story1:05:23 - The halfway house: Bureau of Prisons curfew and 20 months to build the brand1:05:42 - Coming out with nothing, the warehouse, the Murphy bed1:06:32 - Protein ice cream from mop buckets, sold for $15 a jar1:09:38 - "It's a second chance ice cream"1:11:46 - Federal vs. state prison: 85% time served, no early release1:13:49 - Getting sober in prison and eating clean1:15:26 - Coming out to Amazon Prime, Instagram, and Apple Pay1:23:18 - Living in the warehouse, the grind, proving people wrong1:24:55 - Why he never cooperated with the cartel1:27:25 - Little things you don't realize until they're taken from you
Cory Empting is Managing Director of Winegrowing at Domain H. William Harlan, overseeing Harlan Estate, BOND, Promontory, and The Mascot in the Napa Valley of California.Cory recounts his memories of growing up in the Napa Valley and learning about winemaking from the age of 15. He recalls running around The French Laundry as a kid and helping out with a harvest at Forman Vineyard. He also talks about his first experiences at Harlan Estate, a property where he has now worked for decades. Cory discusses why he decided to pursue a career at Harlan, which led to being named the Winemaker of the property years later.Cory talks about Bob Levy, the Founding Winemaker of Harlan Estate, who Cory still works with today. He also describes working for Bill Harlan and Will Harlan, the owners of the property. Cory talks about the 1997 vintage at Harlan Estate, and his experiences tasting that wine over the years. He also shares some thoughts about the ageing trajectory of Harlan wines in general.Cory discusses the Harlan property itself and contrasts it with the nearby Promontory vineyard, then describes how the winemaking approach for Promontory evolved over time. This leads into a discussion of how the approach at Harlan Estate has changed over the years, both in terms of the farming and the winemaking. One key change has been the move to dry farming (without irrigation), and Cory talks about the implications of that shift. Other topics that emerge in the discussion include soil health, head trained vines, vineyard exposure, harvest date, native yeast fermentation, fermentation temperature, stem inclusion, extraction, tannin management, avoiding acidification, the duration of malolactic conversion, press wine, and the length of élevage. Amidst this discussion Cory emphasizes his respect for Bob Levy's accomplishments and frames the shifts at Harlan over time as a natural evolution in a multi-generational business.Cory shares the terrible circumstances surrounding the wildfires in the Napa Valley in 2017, and what his family experienced during that time. He also grapples with how that harvest redefined his thinking about the winemaking. After that experience in 2017, Cory reviewed harvest records from previous decades and started thinking more about the winemaking of the past in the Napa Valley. This coincided with Cory having more encounters with older vintages of Napa wines.Farming is discussed in-depth, as Cory shares his thoughts on the language of plants and interacting with vines. A significant outcome of the work in the vines at Harlan has been earlier ripening as an outcome of dry farming. Cory recognizes members of his team who made key contributions to the work in the vines on the property, including the Castellanos brothers and Francisco Gonzalez. He also touches on the significant differences between different vineyard parcels within Harlan Estate, both in terms of vineyard work and exposure. The subject of multi-generational wineries comes to the fore as Cory discusses internal dynamics at the workplace between winemakers and ownership.In 2020, wildfire reappeared in the Napa Valley, and Cory made a decision to harvest weeks earlier than had been the norm at Harlan Estate in the 2000s. He refers to that decision as “an inflection point” for Harlan Estate and shares his reasoning in this interview. The question of whether wildfires are part of a new climate reality for Napa is addressed in this interview, and Cory talks about the relation of farming and climate to wine style. He also shares his thoughts on how smoke taint may alter the tannins of a wine. He closes with the thought that his team is currently learning and adjusting at a faster pace.This episode also features commentary from:Ric Forman, Forman VineyardKelli White, Director of Education at The Wine Center and author of the book "Napa Valley Then & Now"Frederic Mugnier, Domaine Jacques-Frederic MugnierSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
It is official. Not a soul can visit the Napa Valley without witnessing the fingerprints of Jean-Charles Boisset. They are everywhere, and not because he is trying consume the entire valley, but because he earnestly believes in the soulfull value of an honest glass of wine. I consider Jean-Charles a friend, though he may not remember my name, he makes you feel like the only person in the room. Jean-Charles Boisset descends on the wine world like a storm in Baccarat—disruptive, dazzling, and unapologetically bold. He doesn't just challenge conventional wisdom; he shatters it, glass by glass. This episode swirls the sediment lying undisturbed at the bottom of wine's oldest traditions and asks if the industry is ready to face what floats to the top. For Boisset, the glass isn't just half full or half empty—it's a symbol of revolution. He questions why so many winemakers cling to synthetic shortcuts, and why the American dream of innovation dares to outshine the European obsession with lineage and terroir. When he proclaims that wine can bring peace, he's not being airy—he's challenging the centuries-old gatekeeping that has kept wine and its culture an exclusive club, and he wants you to take a seat at the table. The unfiltered conversation goes beyond polite tasting notes and sanitized marketing speak. Boisset exposes the darker legacy of agriculture's chemical age, candidly recalling how even Burgundy's most hallowed soils were ravaged by pesticides and herbicides in the name of efficiency and modernity. He doesn't hesitate to point fingers at both his native France and his adopted America, calling out complacency, prejudice, and the blindness that persists in the vineyard, the cellar, and society at large. If you've ever doubted the true cost of "progress" in your glass, Boisset's relentless optimism—and his willingness to provoke uncomfortable truths—will have you rethinking everything from your choice of stemware to the politics of what's poured at state dinners. Listeners won't just leave with facts—they'll carry a new lens, sharpened by controversy and inspired by possibility. Boisset's energy, fueled by both science and spirituality, won't let anyone off the hook. Can wine really erase borders and prejudices, or is that just another intoxicating myth sold along with the label? As Boisset toasts unity, he challenges the wine world to stop hiding behind tradition, and instead, innovate with conscience.
While Taylor Swift and Jay-Z were busy taking over New York — her wedding, his record-breaking Yankee Stadium residency — I was in Napa Valley celebrating my 40th. I'm back with takes on both.Plus: the World Cup halftime show, the Undone by Kate scandal, and my honest take on the new Gracie Abrams album. Let's go!Subscribe for monthly bonus episodes:https://www.patreon.com/c/queenthingspodhttps://queenthings.substack.com/Join the conversation:TikTok -@queenthingspod, @iam_kjmillerYouTube - www.youtube.com/@iamkjmillerIG:@kjmillerGoodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/200570826-kj-millerReferences:Taylor's Wedding:https://www.elle.com/culture/celebrities/a71852286/taylor-swift-dior-wedding-dress-reveal-plans/Jay-Z's Yankee Stadium Residency:https://www.forbes.com/sites/dougmelville/2026/07/19/jay-z-proved-he-is-still-the-king-of-new-york-and-the-numbers-back-it-up/2026 World Cup Halftime Show:https://youtu.be/B7hIiaXBpco?si=Vpz3faNk4Ej4VAgVBravo's Summer House Cast for Season 11:https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/summer-house-season-11-cast-revealed-1236646977/Undone by Kate Scandal:https://www.tiktok.com/@undonebykate/video/7663510118159404302?_r=1&_t=ZT-98FOx0pARnZhttps://www.tiktok.com/@malpluscats/video/7664785852693892383?_r=1&_t=ZT-98FOvbYvjp8https://www.tiktok.com/@itsalexandermae/video/7662365071833648397?_r=1&_t=ZT-98FP2vlwKa5https://www.tiktok.com/@lilachapmannn/video/7664056435889818910?_r=1&_t=ZT-98FP5coZPAsSwiftologist on Gracie Abrams' New Album:https://www.tiktok.com/@theeswiftologist/video/7663503319519743239?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcMy 5-star reads for July:https://www.tiktok.com/@iam_kjmiller/video/7665156183950511373?q=kj%20miller&t=1784744595281
Nemerever Vineyards, Oakville AVA, Boutique winery, No Tasting Fees & interview with Bill Nemerever Vineyards in the Napa Valley. ON THE ROAD with MR CA WINE is about California's cool, aspirational lifestyle and awesome wines hosted by Chuck Cramer, a California native, living in London and is the Director of European & Asiansales & marketing, Terlato Wines. This is a wine journey covering the hottest topics in CA wine, chatting along the way with the experts who make it all happen. This week's episode includes an interview with Bill Nemerever, owner of Nemerever Vineyards in the Napa Valley.
When we think about California wine, names like Napa Valley, Mondavi, and the famous 1976 Judgment of Paris often come to mind. Yet behind the success of California's wine industry are countless immigrant families whose stories are every bit as remarkable, even if they've been largely forgotten. One such story is that of Gemello Winery, an Italian American winery founded by immigrants from Piedmont who arrived in California with little more than determination, a knowledge of viticulture, and a willingness to work incredibly hard. In my recent conversation with author Kevin Ferguson, I discovered that his forthcoming book, Rain on the Monte Bello Ridge, is about much more than a family business. It's a fascinating story of immigration, innovation, perseverance, and five generations of one Italian American family whose legacy continues to inspire today.
Freddie Bigg built from Bay Area middleman to cultivation partner. Here is what that journey actually cost and what it paid.Freddie Bigg started as a middleman in the pre-legal Bay Area market and made the call at exactly the right time: when recreational Cannabis launched, he partnered with SF Canna in 2019 and Planta in 2023, moving from distributor to cultivator. This is his third appearance on Good PizzZa Podcast, and the game has changed dramatically since the first one.In this conversation, Freddie breaks down why the "go direct to the farm" advice circulating online is getting people's heads knocked off on price, how the race to the bottom in Cannabis pricing destroys the value of product that operators should be protecting, and what it actually means to have relationships versus thinking you have them. He runs through the current Planta strain menu including Biscotti, Gelato 41, Gelonade, Coffin Candy, 11 Coffins, Red Hots, and the Zangria cross, and makes the case that flavor chasing in competition judging has quietly undercut the thing 100 percent of smokers actually want: to get high. The Toad conversation hits hard here because Freddie had early access, posted it, watched his account get deleted from the response, and has it in production at both operations.The macro conversation is where this episode gets interesting for anyone building a Cannabis brand right now. Freddie draws the Napa Valley comparison for Northern California sun-grown Cannabis once interstate commerce opens, explains how the first wave of legalization sent operators into what he calls the shores of Normandy, and traces why the operators still standing are mostly the ones who kept it solid from the beginning. The Static hash export market and the Doja Pak Germany story add an international layer that most California-focused conversations skip entirely.Freddie Bigg is one of the people in this industry who can back up everything he says with receipts. JP and Freddie have been building together since episode one of this show. This one is for the operators, the builders, and anyone who wants to know what the game actually looks like from inside it.Y'all know what time it is…Roll em fat, torch your rigs, pack your bongs, bag up some work, water your plants, do what you gotta do because we're about to take this journey with Freddie Bigg!✌
Spain defeats Argentina 1-0 in extra time to win the World Cup. Andrew and Tristan Tate are arrested in Miami as British prosecutors expand the case against them to 59 rape, trafficking and other charges involving seven alleged victims. Two U.S. Forest Service employees are safely released after allegedly being kidnapped, zip-tied and held at gunpoint for nearly 15 hours in a remote Northern California forest. Several American service members are killed in Iraq and Jordan as renewed fighting between the United States and Iran raises the military death toll. Paul Pelosi is charged with misdemeanor hit-and-run after allegedly crashing into a parked car and leaving the scene in Napa Valley. Supersure Insurance: Upgrade your business insurance to a year-round SuperAgency at https://Supersure.com/Megyn Cozy Earth: Visit https://www.CozyEarth.com & Use code MEGYN for up to 20% off Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
"Moving Past Your Failure" from Luke 16:9 was preached by Pastor Mike Ray at Hopewell Baptist Church on Sunday Morning, 7/19/2026. You can watch the video archive of this sermon on our church website. You can also watch archived services on Vimeo, YouTube, Medium, or audio podcast. Stay up to date by following us on Facebook and Instagram. Hopewell Baptist Church is an Independent Baptist Church in Napa, California pastored by Mike Ray. It is Bible-based with a warm, friendly atmosphere. Hopewell is dedicated to bringing the water of life to the Napa Valley and beyond.
The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW) Episode 320 Hosts Kim Simone and Mark Lenzi exploring all things wine with you! Unveiling Perfection: Napa's New Icon with Jayson Hu From a world-class collector to a visionary creator, Jayson Hu is redefining the pinnacle of Napa Valley luxury. In this episode, Kim and Mark sit down with the founder of Fairest Creature to go behind the glass of some of the most exclusive wines in the world. In This Episode, We Explore: The Journey to Fairest Creature: Jayson shares his personal background and what drove him to transition from a passionate wine authority to a brand founder. The "Leading Authority" Label: How does Jayson feel about being dubbed the foremost Chinese expert on Napa Valley wine? We get his candid take. A Winemaking Dream Team: A deep dive into his collaboration with legendary "flying winemaker" Michel Rolland and his roster of world-class vintners. The Art of the Blend: Why blending is the ultimate expression of a winemaker's skill and how Jayson approaches it. Does Terroir Matter? A provocative discussion on the importance of "place" versus the hand of the maker in modern viticulture. Bottled Masterpieces: The story behind the stunning, artistic labels that make Fairest Creature as beautiful on the shelf as it is in the glass. The 2020 Vintage Heartbreak: A transparent look at smoke taintand why Jayson made the difficult, high-stakes decision to produce no wine in 2020. Why You Should Listen Whether you're a Napa devotee or a newcomer to the wine world, Jayson offers a "very interesting look" into the high-stakes reality of luxury winemaking. It's a masterclass in quality, branding, and the relentless pursuit of excellence. Cheers
The molecular chemistry of Cheese, have you heard of Halloumi? French born winemaker Julien Fayard from Napa Valley, joins us for a deep and delicious discussion about wine. Then BBQ master Jamie Purviance stops by to chat about his 17th cookbook: Weber's Barbeque Bible. My last bite: Lemon Phyllo Tartlets
Our good friend Artie Johnson returned for his third appearance on the show with one request: let’s talk about solutions instead of spending another hour dwelling on everything that’s wrong with the wine industry. As regular listeners know, we’ve always believed one of the best solutions is taking ourselves a little less seriously. So what better episode for that conversation than our milestone 420th episode of The Wine Makers Podcast? We sat down with Artie and fired up a doobie… er, doozie of a show. Along with an impressive lineup of Le Artishasic wines—including some fascinating new bottlings from the Rocks District on the Oregon side of Walla Walla—Artie brought notes, receipts, and a clear vision for breaking out of the industry’s doom-and-gloom cycle. Better yet, he’s already putting that vision into practice with his own brand. The real question is: will anyone else be bold enough to follow his lead? Especially his neighbors in Napa Valley? You’ll have to listen to find out. As for reaching 420 episodes, it’s entirely on brand that we somehow blew right past Episode 400 without so much as a mention. So instead, we decided to celebrate a number we know would have made John Myers smile. More importantly, it’s a chance to say thank you. To the hundreds of guests who’ve subjected themselves to our interrogation. To our spouses, who somehow tolerate our love of hearing ourselves talk. To the entire Sixteen 600 team for everything they do behind the scenes. To Danielle Langlois for bringing a new voice to the show after we lost John. And, of course, to John Myers himself, who made this whole thing possible in the first place. Most of all, thank you to the thousands of you who keep listening. You put up with the rambling, the occasional technical challenge, and all our nonsense. You buy the wines, visit the wineries, subscribe, leave reviews, and tell your friends (but only the cool ones). Without you, we’d have spent the last nine-plus years just talking to ourselves. So pour yourself a glass (or roll yourself something)and settle in for Episode 420: The Gospel of Artie Johnson, Part III. [Ep 420]
The California wine industry is navigating one of its most challenging periods in decades, but growers are focused on adapting, advocating and positioning the industry for long-term success. Those issues were the focus of today's episode of the AgNet News Hour, featuring Natalie Collins, president of the California Association of Winegrape Growers (CAWG). Collins recently returned from Washington, D.C., where she joined a delegation of California winegrape growers to meet with lawmakers on issues including the Farm Bill, trade, appropriations and the overall health of the state's wine industry. She said those face-to-face conversations help policymakers better understand the challenges growers are facing across California. One of the industry's biggest concerns is declining wine consumption, which has contributed to the smallest California wine grape crush in two decades. Collins said the downturn has resulted in vineyard removals, winery closures and difficult decisions for many multi-generational farming families. Despite those challenges, she believes the industry has a path forward. "I think we are looking at focusing on how we as an industry talk about wine, how we market wine, and how we appeal to broad demographics and different age groups," Collins said. CAWG is encouraging the industry to make wine more approachable for younger consumers through new packaging options, expanded marketing efforts and wine tourism, while reminding consumers that there is no "right" wine—only the wine they enjoy. Another priority is ensuring California growers can compete fairly against imported bulk wine. Collins highlighted Assembly Bill 1585, legislation sponsored by CAWG that would have required any bottle labeled simply as "American" wine to contain 100% American-grown grapes, rather than the current federal standard allowing imported wine to make up part of the blend. Although the proposal advanced unanimously through the California Assembly, it ultimately stalled in the Senate. Collins said California growers are willing to meet the state's high regulatory standards but need policies that recognize the higher cost of producing grapes domestically. She also encouraged consumers to support local agriculture by looking for wines labeled with California appellations, such as California, Napa Valley, Sonoma County or Lodi. "When you choose California wine, you know who grew those grapes and the families behind them," Collins said. Looking ahead, Collins expects California's wine grape harvest to begin earlier than normal after a warm growing season. She said the industry continues investing in precision agriculture, mechanization, new wine styles and consumer outreach while remaining optimistic about the future. "We're a resilient industry," Collins said. "We're going to come back, but it's going to take all of us working together." Listen to the full interview below or on your favorite podcast app.
"Hear The Call, And Feel The Draw" from John 12:26-32 was preached by Guest Speaker Berto Garcia at Hopewell Baptist Church on Midweek Service, 7/15/2026. You can watch the video archive of this sermon on our church website. You can also watch archived services on Vimeo, YouTube, Medium, or audio podcast. Stay up to date by following us on Facebook and Instagram. Hopewell Baptist Church is an Independent Baptist Church in Napa, California pastored by Mike Ray. It is Bible-based with a warm, friendly atmosphere. Hopewell is dedicated to bringing the water of life to the Napa Valley and beyond.
Everyone keeps asking us the same question: "How was Nashville?" Today, we're giving you the full recap! Joining Boo and me is one of our wonderful retreaters, Katie Vosper, who shares her perspective on an unforgettable week in Tennessee. This was the furthest Golf Party Live has ever traveled for a retreat, and we can honestly say it exceeded every expectation. In this episode, we're sharing the funny stories, favorite memories, biggest surprises, lessons learned, and why this retreat will always hold a special place in our hearts. So, let's head to Tennessee! In This Episode: First Impressions We talk about why we chose Nashville, arriving at the beautiful grounds of Hermitage Golf Course, and the excitement of bringing Golf Party Live to a brand-new destination. Favorite Memories From the hilarious Scottish Sheep Golf Shop and Chris's unforgettable comedy skit to celebrating Boo's birthday with an amazing group of women, there was no shortage of laughter. Weather Delays… and Making the Best of It Not everything went according to plan, but sometimes the unexpected moments become the best memories. What Makes Golf Party Live Retreats Different The golf is wonderful—but it's not the reason these retreats become so meaningful. The real magic is found in the friendships, the confidence women discover, the supportive community, and the completely judgment-free environment where everyone encourages one another. That's what makes Golf Party Live so special. Funny Moments & Lessons Learned We share some of our favorite behind-the-scenes stories and reflect on what made this retreat one we'll never forget. Looking Ahead We're already counting down to our next bucket-list adventure: Golf Party Live Napa Uncorked
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"Why The Work Ceases" from Ezra 4 was preached by Pastor Mike Ray at Hopewell Baptist Church on Sunday Evening, 7/12/2026. You can watch the video archive of this sermon on our church website. You can also watch archived services on Vimeo, YouTube, Medium, or audio podcast. Stay up to date by following us on Facebook and Instagram. Hopewell Baptist Church is an Independent Baptist Church in Napa, California pastored by Mike Ray. It is Bible-based with a warm, friendly atmosphere. Hopewell is dedicated to bringing the water of life to the Napa Valley and beyond.
"Maintaining Joy In A Miserable World" from Philippians 4 was preached by Pastor Mike Ray at Hopewell Baptist Church on Sunday Morning, 7/12/2026. You can watch the video archive of this sermon on our church website. You can also watch archived services on Vimeo, YouTube, Medium, or audio podcast. Stay up to date by following us on Facebook and Instagram. Hopewell Baptist Church is an Independent Baptist Church in Napa, California pastored by Mike Ray. It is Bible-based with a warm, friendly atmosphere. Hopewell is dedicated to bringing the water of life to the Napa Valley and beyond.
Episode 179 of Award Travel 101, hosted by Angie Sparks with moderator Mike Zaccheo, covers news on Delta's new "Miles Headstart" borrow-now-earn-later feature, an Alaska Atmos Rewards status match opportunity, and IHG discounts on new-hotel stays, alongside personal updates on card spend progress, upcoming trips (Punta Cana, Japan, the Milwaukee meetup), and Angie's Swiss rail and Ireland trip planning. The main segment spotlights Napa Valley as a destination, with both hosts sharing their own trip breakdowns — flights, hotel picks (Alila Napa Valley, Andaz Napa, Silverado Resort), wineries, and food recommendations like Ad Hoc and Mustard's. The episode wraps with a tip on chasing time-limited earning opportunities like the Newegg/Paze promotion before they disappear. Where to Find UsThe Award Travel 101 Facebook Community.To book time with our team, check out Award Travel 1-on-1.You can also email us at 101@award.travelBuy your Award Travel 101 Merch hereReserve tickets to our Late Summer 2026 Meetup in Milwaukee now. award.travel/mke2026Our partner CardPointers helps us get the most from our cards. Signup today at https://cardpointers.com/at101 for a 30% discount on annual and lifetime subscriptions! Lastly, we appreciate your support of the AT101 Podcast/Community when you signup for your next card!Technical note: Some user experience difficulty streaming the podcast while connected to a VPN. If you have difficulty, disconnect from your VPN.
President Trump delivers a patriotic America 250 July 4th speech in front of more than 100,000 despite weather delays that threatened to cut short the festivities entirely. A Haitian illegal immigrant truck driver is responsible for the death of a state trooper in Pennsylvania. Paul Pelosi, husband of Rep. Nancy Pelosi, may be charged after a hit-and-run in Napa Valley. Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce tie the knot at Madison Square Garden in front of more than a thousand of their closest celebrity "friends." Herald Group: Learn more at https://GuardYourCard.com The Wellness Company: Don't let a sudden illness derail your summer—secure your peace of mind and save $45 on a Medical Emergency Kit today by visiting https://UrgentCareKit.com/MK and using promo code MK. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
In this episode of Beats Vines & Life, host MJ Towler welcomes Giancarlo Altamura, assistant winemaker and next-generation voice of Napa Valley. Hailing from a family with roots in Napa since the mid-1800s, Giancarlo Altamura grew up immersed in the rhythms of farming, winemaking, and tight-knit community life. He shares stories of hands-on vineyard work, navigating family dynamics, and the evolution of Napa from small-town camaraderie to global destination.Listeners will get an inside look at what it means to steward an estate winery—where patience, tradition, and innovation intersect to create wines that express both land and season. Giancarlo Altamura discusses the challenges and rewards of being a boutique producer, the family's focus on estate-grown wines, and their commitment to authenticity in both wine and cuisine—from their acclaimed Altamura Cabernet Sauvignon to their Italian restaurant Ciccio.Join us for a conversation about roots, legacy, and the real lifestyle of winemakers, as we uncork a story that's equal parts hustle, heritage, and heart.For more information about Altamura Vineyards click the link!Follow Altamura on IG!For more information about Ciccio Napa Valley click the link!Follow Ciccio Napa Valley on IG!____________________________________________________________Until next time, cheers to the mavericks, philosophers, deep thinkers, and wine drinkers! Grenache Fest is BACK!!! Grenache Fest is coming to Waitsburg, Washington, bringing with it a focused, celebratory spotlight on one of the world's most important and expressive grapes. This year, we will start with a blind tasting seminar hosted by MJ Towler, Chauncey Arkfeld, and Michael Alberty, followed by smaller breakout sessions across town.Subscribe and give Beats Vines and Life a five-star review on whichever platform you listen to.For insider info from MJ and exclusive content from the show, sign up at blackwineguy.comFollow MJ @blackwineguyFollow Beats Vines and Life @beatsvinesandlifeFollow Totally Biased Wine Reviews on IGSign up for Totally Biased Wine Reviews Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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