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Idrott - och Ledarskapspodden
Säsong 17 - Avsnitt 147 - Vikten av lugnet i grunden för att våga drömma stort med Jenny

Idrott - och Ledarskapspodden

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2024 50:39


Varmt välkommen tillbaka till ett nytt avsnitt av Idrott-och ledarskapspodden. Efter några avsnitt med inspiration och kunskap från tre fantastiska gäster; Hanna Hax Holmsäter, Ann Wilson och Ntsiki Biyela blir det nu en paus i gästandet. Jenny själv kommer istället att prata om ett viktigt ämne ur den mentala träningen och det här avsnittet handlar om hur lugnet i grunden hänger ihop med din förmåga att våga drömma stort. Jenny delar med sig av en insikt hon nyligen fick genom att ha sett dokumentären "Drive to survive" om Formula 1. Att prestera på topp och må bra på vägen är ett pågående tema i den här podden och i avsnittet kommer du få en större förståelse till varför det är så viktigt att börja från grunden och lägga in mental träning i din vardag för att just kunna må bra och nå din inre starka kärna som håller din fulla potential i tryggt förvar. Jenny delar med sig av varför hon skrev sin nya bok "Whole in one - din resa till inre lugn, mental styrka och frihet", hur processen har sett ut och vad den innehåller. Det är 266 sidor av verktyg och insikter och den 12 december kl. 17.30 är det dags för bokrelease och du är inbjuden! Inbjudan kommer ut via Jenny's nyhetsbrev så se till att anmäla dig till det via www.jennyhagman.com så får du inbjudan där. Varmt välkommen till ett avsnitt fyllt med både kunskap och inspiration som du kan ta med dig in i din egen vardag. Avsnitt ur den här podden som Jenny delar är: Anders Olsson om Medveten andning och forskningen på Stanford University: Avsnitt 37 Madeleine Wilhelmsson, grundare av YogaMana och STP® - en av gästförfattarna till Jenny's nya bok "Whole in one" där hon ger dig kunskap om hur du når Flow: Avsnitt 49 och 119 Linda Björk, grundare av Mindfulness Intelligence® - också en av gästförfattarna i "Whole in one" där hon delar sin expertis om egot och hur du släpper taget om det: Avsnitt 50, 51, 113 och 114 Christina Mattsson fd Colligan - Dip. näringsterapeut som är den tredje gästförfattaren i "Whole in one" där hon delar kunskap om hur kosten kan ge dig inre lugn och mental styrka: Avsnitt 117 Mer om Jenny's verksamhet och hur du bokar coaching för ditt företag, ditt lag eller individuellt, samt bokar hennes inspirerande föreläsningar hittar du på www.jennyhagman.com och följ henne gärna på instagram @jenny_hagman Tack till Daily Sports www.dailysports.se som sponsrar denna säsong och gör produktionen möjlig. Du som lyssnar får 15 % rabatt när du handlar i deras webshop. Gå in och bli inspirerad och handla kvalitativa kläder som håller länge. Använd koden JENNY15 så får du din rabatt. Tack Daily Sports! Vi ses här snart igen och tills dess. Ta hand om dig och varandra! Varma hälsningar från Jenny och Team Train for Balance

Idrott - och Ledarskapspodden
Säsong 17 -Avsnitt 146 - Ntsiki Biyela - Världsberömd vinmakare

Idrott - och Ledarskapspodden

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2024 64:23


Varmt välkommen tillbaka till idrott-och ledarskapspodden. I det här avsnittet möter du Ntsiki Biyela, en av världens främsta vinmakare och även Sydafrikas första färgade kvinnliga vinmakare. Hon driver och äger Aslina Wines som gått från ett okänt varumärke till ett av världens främsta viner. I det här avsnittet får du veta mer om Ntsiki, hennes bakgrund, vad som gjorde att hon hamnade i vinbranschen, hur hon hanterar den tuffa konkurrensen och vad som är viktigast vad gäller ledarskap och hur man hanterar både externa och interna utmaningar. Ntsiki delar med sig av hur du gör för att följa din passion och dina drömmar, sina nycklar till framgång och hur hon gör för att behålla balansen mellan arbete och privatliv så att välmåendet hänger med på resan. Det är ett mycket inspirerande och spännande avsnitt och vill du lära dig mer om Ntsiki och Aslina wines så gå in på: www.aslinawines.com eller följ dem på Instagram @aslina_wines Tack till Daily Sports som sponsrar säsong 17 och du som lyssnar kan lära dig mer om dem på www.dailysports.se och du har även 15 % rabatt i deras webshop. Ange bara rabattkoden JENNY15 när du checkar ut så får du din rabatt. Mer om Jenny och hennes verksamhet läser du om på www.jennyhagman.com och i mitten av december släpps hennes andra bok "Whole in one - din resa till inre lugn, mental styrka och frihet". Mer info följer i hennes nyhetsbrev och på instagram @jenny_hagman Vi önskar dig trevlig lyssning och en fortsatt skön dag eller kväll! Ta hand om dig och varandra! Varma hälsningar från Jenny och Team Train for balance

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Seis e Um Podcast por Djalma Campos
AFROVINHO: NTSIKI BIYELA, DA ASLINA WINES (ÁFRICA DO SUL)

Seis e Um Podcast por Djalma Campos

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2023 3:12


A conversa neste episódio é com a enóloga e empresária Ntsiki Biyela. Enóloga e proprietária de vinícola, ela é considerada a primeira dama do vinho sulafricano. Com o sucesso de sua vinícola (inaugurada em 2016), Ntsiki ajudou a abrir caminhos para mulheres negras no universo do vinho na África do Sul. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seis-e-um-podcast/message

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Wine and Other Conversations
EP 3: What Do These Dreams Mean?

Wine and Other Conversations

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2023 30:21


Let's talk a bit about African Spirituality and try to tackle my experiences of it, pre and post spiritual initiation. What brought about this topic is the ignorance of people assuming that a lot of young people are undergoing spiritual initiation because it's a trend and fashionable. For this episode we are having Aslina Chardonnay 2022, a black-owned wine by Ntsiki Biyela. Listen and ride along with me.

On Air With Ella
290: It's Never Too Early, & It's Never Too Late - Ntsiki Biyela, Founder & Icon

On Air With Ella

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2022 33:06


I am always interested in *why* we do things, and equally in the excuses that we make when we are *not* pursuing our most intentional life. I sometimes feel that I can be an excuse-generating machine, and I am incredibly inspired when I learn of people who accomplish big goals in SPITE of the circumstances they face. They inspire me to live a fuller life.   Ntsiki Biyela is the Founder of Aslina Wines. She grew up in a rural village in South Africa, and graduated from university with a BSc in Agriculture, beginning her first job at a boutique winery in 2004. She won her first award in 2006, and 3 years later, was named Woman Winemaker of the Year in 2009. In 2016, she established her own company, Aslina Wines, naming it after her grandmother.   Ntsiki's story is one of beating all the odds and creating for the love of creating. Listen in on what inspires her to pursue a life of curiosity, pleasure and accomplishment, and learn more about Aslina Wines here: www.aslinawines.com. My current fave is the Sauvignon :-)  

Avon Power in Ageing Podcast Series
Overcoming prejudice in business with Ntsiki Biyela

Avon Power in Ageing Podcast Series

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2022 37:06


Ntsiki is South Africa's first black, female winemaker and two-time finalist for ‘Most Influential Women in Business and Government' award. Not only did Ntsiki overcome prejudice, she saw untapped potential within it - and set about marketing wine for a black South African audience. Now in her forties, her self-funded wine company, Aslina Wines, is a hugely successful business. In this episode, Ntsiki explains why a positive outlook is key, how she and her team stay motivated in challenging times, and why she feels more empowered with each passing year.

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Italian Wine Podcast
Ep. 755 Ntsiki Biyela | Voices

Italian Wine Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2022 33:13


Episode 755 Cynthia Chaplin interviews Ntsiki Biyela of Aslina Wines, in this new installment of Voices, on the Italian Wine Podcast. About today's guest: Ntsiki Biyela is the Award winning Winemaker and Director of Aslina Wines, a company named in honour of her late grandmother, Aslina. She grew up in Mahlabathini, a rural village in Kwa Zulu-Natal, where she matriculated from high school in 1996. Having spent a year as a domestic worker, she was awarded a scholarship through South African Airways to study winemaking at the University of Stellenbosch in 1999. She graduated in 2003 with a BSc in Agriculture (Viticulture and Oenology) and joined Stellekaya, a boutique winery, as their Winemaker in 2004. Ntsiki is a Pioneer Woman and has earned many accolades. In 2009, she was crowned Woman Winemaker of the Year. For two consecutive years, she was voted The Most Influential Women in Business and Government. In 2017, she was named in Top 20 Most Innovative Women in Food and Drinks by Fortune Magazine. She has also been named as one of the top 15 Women in Wine to Watch by Food and Wine Magazine in the USA. If you want to learn more about today's guest, you can by visiting: Website: www.aslinawines.com Instagram: @aslina_wines Facebook: @Aslinawines Twitter: @AslinaWines Linkedin: About today's Host: Cynthia Chaplin is a Vinitaly International Academy certified Italian Wine Ambassador, a professional sommelier with Fondazione Italiana Sommelier, a member of Le Donne del Vino, and a Professor of Italian wine and culture. Born in the USA, Cynthia moved to Europe in 1990 where she has lived in Spain, Belgium, England and Italy. She chose to center her career in Rome and immerse herself in the Italian wine sector, which is her passion. She has taught university students and expats, works with embassies, corporations and private clients, creating and presenting tastings, events, seminars and in-depth courses. Cynthia is a wine writer, translator, and a judge at international wine and sake competitions. She consults with restaurants and enotecas assisting in the development of comprehensive wine lists and excellent food pairings, as well as advising private clients who want to develop a comprehensive Italian wine collection. She lives with her British photographer husband on the shore of Lake Bracciano, north of Rome, where they share their beautiful garden with one massive grapevine, two border collies and an arrogant diva cat. If you want to learn more about today's host, you can by visiting: Facebook: Italian Wines in English Instagram: kiss_my_glassx Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cynthia-chaplin-190647179/ Let's keep in touch! Follow us on our social media channels: Instagram @italianwinepodcast Facebook @ItalianWinePodcast Twitter @itawinepodast Tiktok @MammaJumboShrimp LinkedIn @ItalianWinePodcast If you feel like helping us, donate here www.italianwinepodcast.com/donate-to-show/ We also want to give a shout out to our sponsor Ferrowine. The largest alcoholic beverage shop in Italy since 1920! They have generously provided us with our brand new Italian Wine Podcast T-shirts, and we love them! Check out Ferrowine's site, they have great wines, food pairings and so much more! https://www.ferrowine.it/ Until next time, Cin Cin!

DC Dating Lounge
Season 1 Episode 4: Why is dating so hard?

DC Dating Lounge

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2021 20:25


Ever wonder to yourself? Why is dating so hard? Let's talk about it! What do you think are the reasons dating is hard? Here are some reasons based on an @elitedaily article: 1. Dating Is So Hard Today Because Of The Media 2. Dating Is So Hard Today Because Of Dating Apps 3. Dating Is So Hard Today Because Of Hookup Culture 4. Dating Is So Hard Today Because Of Technology 5. Dating Is So Hard Today Because Of Ambiguity 6. Dating Is So Hard Today Because Of Fear Which one do you agree with?? - Sponsored drink: "Aslin" from a black winemaker: South Africa's iconic winemakers, Ntsiki Biyela has forged a path to become a highly respected and widely admired name in the world of wine. In 2016, she established Aslina Wines, inspired by the strength and determination of the biggest influence in her life, her grandmother. Today Aslina is renowned for its range of premium wines and is the realisation of Ntsiki's dream to create an exceptional world-class brand. https://www.aslinawines.com/ #whyisdatingsohard #cuffinseason #datingcons #fallinginlove # datingapps #podcastdebates #summerwalker --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dcdatinglounge/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dcdatinglounge/support

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Wines To Find
Wines To Find, Ep 66: Sourcing South African Wines

Wines To Find

Play Episode Play 60 sec Highlight Listen Later Apr 15, 2021 34:19


Hosts Sandy and Michelle are joined by Alicia Kidd, owner of Wine Noire, an import/export/distribution company whose focus is bringing to the market wines produced by women and people of color.  Her portfolio consists of both South African and California wines.Wines tasted are Aslina's Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon.  Aslina's winemaker is award-winning Ntsiki Biyela, the first woman of color winemaker in South Africa. Native to South Africa, her mission is to make world-class wines that reflect the South African terroir and honor her heritage.Alicia has made it her mission to find  and share female/minority producers like Ntsiki from South Africa and California. Wines To Find is happy to be able to assist with that mission and to learn more about South African wines in particular. Listen today to learn more!Learn more about Wine Noire and Aslina Wines:www.winenoire.com https://www.aslinawines.comWines To Find Podcast is a Finalist in the 12th Annual TASTE AWARDS  in  four categories. Winners Announced April 2021.-Best Drink or Beverage Program-Best New Series-Best Single Topic Series-Best Food or Drink PodcastWe have been listed in the Top 30 wine podcasts! https://blog.feedspot.com/wine_podcasts/********************************************Wine Spies:Use this link to get $10 off your first purchase at Wine Spies. www.winespies.com/invites/JoSCw95jDry Farm Wine: Use this link to get an extra bottle of wine for a PENNY, http://dryfarmwines.com/winestofind.SOMM Blinders Gamehttps://bit.ly/3jiyrQIUse Code: WTF20 to get 20% off******************************************************Music from https://filmmusic.io "Night In Venice" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) .Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/winestofind)

The Maine&T Podcast
Betelgeuse...Betelgeuse...Beteulgeuse!!!

The Maine&T Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2021 106:24


Free at last...? It's MLK weekend and the ladies discuss the state of AmeriKKKa; and question have things really changed since Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr delivered his notorious "I have a dream" speech? The breaching of the U.S. Capitol, white supremacy, terrorism, is this really the home of the free? The conversation gets real as the ladies discuss their personal experiences with racism. The wines of the hour: Brown Estate's Betelgeuse Sauvignon Blanc and Aslina Sauvignon Blanc by Ntsiki Biyela. These Sauvignon Blanc's are described as "summer in a bottle"; much needed while discussing this heavy topic. This episode is in tribute to all the activists fighting everywhere...we see you and we appreciate your work! Remember, injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere! Be the change you wish to see. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

BizNews Radio
How winemaker Ntsiki Biyela survived alcohol ban with exports

BizNews Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2020 10:42


BizNews — Wine sector body Vinpro has estimated that the first ban on alcohol sales and the ban on the export of wine for more than a month led to the demise of 350 wine grape producers and 80 wineries in the country. It also estimates that job losses in the wine-related industry from that period could be 21,000. One of the smaller wineries that managed to weather this storm is Aslina Wines, owned by Ntsiki Biyela - who did not know what wine was when she secured a bursary from South African Airways for her studies in 1999. She told BizNews how exports kept her afloat in the Covid-19 storm - Linda van Tilburg.

BizNews Radio
How winemaker Ntsiki Biyela survived alcohol ban with exports

BizNews Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2020 10:42


BizNews — Wine sector body Vinpro has estimated that the first ban on alcohol sales and the ban on the export of wine for more than a month led to the demise of 350 wine grape producers and 80 wineries in the country. It also estimates that job losses in the wine-related industry from that period could be 21,000. One of the smaller wineries that managed to weather this storm is Aslina Wines, owned by Ntsiki Biyela - who did not know what wine was when she secured a bursary from South African Airways for her studies in 1999. She told BizNews how exports kept her afloat in the Covid-19 storm - Linda van Tilburg.

Life as we know it | The Podcast
S03. Ep02: How she became the first black female winemaker in S.A & Why it is better to be a Servant Leader with Ntsiki Biyela

Life as we know it | The Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2020 59:55


Late last year, too excited to even contain it, I announced on Instagram that I was going to interview thee first black female winemaker in SA. But on that day the interview didn't happen because load-shedding happened. However, because this was a very special guest she managed to still spare me time in her busy schedule. So today I am really excited to be bringing you our conversation with Ntsiki Biyela who is the Founder of Aslina Wine. This is what you can expect from today's episode; 1. Where her life story began 2. How she got to become the first black female winemaker 3. How she started her own business - Aslina Wine 4. Her biggest lessons and highlights in this industry 5. What she does with her downtime to self-care. ************************************************************************************** Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast if you haven't already, rate and review us. You can also leave us a voice message on anchor.fm and who knows you might be featured on our next episode. These are other platforms where you can find this podcast and subscribe to one that you have access to. You can find both our Podcast and our Host Olerato on Instagram. For business inquiries email us on lmthembu27@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thejourneyunearthed/message

The NDINI Podcast
087 | Ntsiki Biyela - The African woman trailblazer in the wine industry

The NDINI Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2019 50:11


"I am where I am because somebody gave back. If they didn't, I might not have been here. The company is named after someone who believes in that, so it is my call, it's in my heart, it's me." - Ntsiki Biyela Ntsiki Biyela is a trailblazer in every sense of the word.  She went from being a domestic worker to becoming the first black woman winemaker in South Africa! Ntsiki grew up in Mahlabathini – a rural village in KwaZulu Natal.  She dreamed of becoming an engineer, but after finishing high school, Ntsiki's family didn't have money for her to continue with her education.  She ended up taking a job as a domestic worker. Ntsiki had been an impressive student, and so when her former school teachers heard about a scholarship for University, they went looking for her. The scholarship was to study winemaking at Stellenbosch University.  Winemaking wasn't something Ntsiki had ever thought about doing, or even knew anything about. In fact she shares that she used to drink cider, and thought that was wine! And to further complicate the situation, the scholarship was for classes that were all taught in Afrikaans –  a language Ntsiki didn't speak. But Ntsiki was undeterred, and immersed herself into her studies.  She graduated in 2003 with a BSc in Agriculture ((Viticulture and Oenology), and then joined boutique winery Stellekaya the following year.  Just five years into her career as a winemaker, Ntsiki was named Woman Winemaker of the Year. Ntsiki used her time at Stellekaya to learn everything she could about the wine business.  But she always knew that in order for her to be able to give back to her community in the way she wanted to, she would eventually need to branch out on her own. In 2016, Aslina Wines, which is named after Ntsiki's grandmother, was born.  Last year Ntsiki was named one of the world's top 20 most innovative women in food and drink by Fortune Magazine! Ntsiki is now in an enviable position – she has more demand for her wines than she can keep up with! what you'll learn in this episode How Ntsiki went from being a domestic worker to becoming South Africa's first black, female winemaker Why Ntsiki named her winery ‘Aslina' The biggest dream Ntsiki has for Aslina What it's like being one of only a few black winemakers and even fewer black female winemakers in the world What it meant to Ntsiki to be name winemaker of the year The terrible advice a marketer tried to give Ntsiki about naming one of her wines ‘Msasane' The greatest lesson she learned from working as a domestic servant What it was like attending university – in a language she didn't understand The woman that Ntsiki most admires The best advice she has ever been given What Ntiski is most grateful for Why one of Ntsiki's wines is named after the Acacia tree What Ntsiki is most afraid of What Ntsiki's favorite wine is The not so surprising (but funny) thing that Ntsiki always carries with her everywhere she goes What Ntsiki's “I am…” is Follow NDINI on: Website: http://www.ndini.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NDINImedia/ Twitter: @NDINImedia Instagram: @ndinimedia Follow The NDINI Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher and SoundCloud

Point of Origin
Pan-African Libations: Anomalies and Disrupters in the Global Drinks Sector

Point of Origin

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2019 77:34


Ntsiki Biyela was the first black woman in South Africa to become a winemaker. Andre Mack was the first to be awarded the Best Young Sommelier in America. Keba Konte is the largest African-American owned coffee roaster in the world. In this episode of Point of Origin, we learn about the pressures and pride that go along with being the first or only one of your kind. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

DrinksBiz Podcast with Holger Meier
Episode 38: Aslina Wines by Ntsiki Biyela

DrinksBiz Podcast with Holger Meier

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2019 22:56


In today's show we talk to Ntsiki Biyela. Ntsiki Biyela grew up in Mahlabathini, a small rural village in northern KwaZulu-Natal, not far from where I grew up on the edge of the Pongola River on the northern border of KwaZulu-Natal. Ntsiki was awarded an SAA scholarship to study at Stellenbosch University. Ntsiki shares her journey of studying at an Afrikaans university, to become the first black female wine maker in South Africa.

Item 13: An African Food Podcast
S2 E8: South African Winemaking with Ntsiki Biyela

Item 13: An African Food Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2019 41:48


Ntsiki Biyela grew up in Mahlabathini, a rural village in Kwazulu Natal. Having spent a year as a domestic worker, she was awarded a scholarship to study winemaking in 1999. She graduated in 2003 from Stellenbosch University and joined boutique winery Stellekaya Wines the following year. Ntsiki’s ambition to create her own wines grew following a collaboration with Californian winemaker, Helen Kiplinger, as part of the Wine for the World initiative. She has consulted in France, making wine under Winemakers Collection in Bordeaux. Ntsiki is also on the board of directors for the Pinotage Youth Development Academy, which provides technical training and personal development for young South Africans in the Cape Winelands, preparing them for work in the wine industry. The programme offers them the unique opportunity to emulate her own considerable success.Find Aslina Wines online and on social media: Twitter, Instagram and FacebookFollow Item 13 on Facebook , Instagram and Twitter.esSense 13 is on Facebook , Instagram and Twitter.Don’t forget to subscribe & leave us a review!

Future CEOs
#PowerWoman: Ntsiki Biyela (Aslina Wines)

Future CEOs

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2018 14:23


Intelligent Africa™ — CliffCentral.com — Imagine doing your degree in a language that you simply do not understand. That is the beginning of our #PowerWoman guest's journey to her own international business. An inspiring and worthwhile conversation to hear. The UK Department of International Trade hosts us for their UK / Africa Business Forum and we get to chat to some of the businesses they are working with as they help them develop an international footprint.

Future CEOs
#PowerWoman: Ntsiki Biyela (Aslina Wines)

Future CEOs

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2018 14:23


CliffCentral.com — Imagine doing your degree in a language that you simply do not understand. That is the beginning of our #PowerWoman guest's journey to her own international business. An inspiring and worthwhile conversation to hear. The UK Department of International Trade hosts us for their UK / Africa Business Forum and we get to chat to some of the businesses they are working with as they help them develop an international footprint.

The NDINI Podcast
035 | Ntsiki Biyela: I am where I am because somebody gave back.

The NDINI Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2018 50:11


Ntsiki Biyela is a trailblazer in every sense of the word.  She went from being a domestic worker to becoming the first black woman winemaker in South Africa!  Ntsiki grew up in Mahlabathini - a rural village in KwaZulu Natal.  She dreamed of becoming an engineer, but after finishing high school, Ntsiki's family didn't have funds for her to continue with her education.  She ended up taking a job as a domestic worker.  Ntsiki had been an impressive student, and so when her former school teachers heard about a scholarship for University, they went looking for her.  The scholarship was to study winemaking at Stellenbosch University.  Winemaking wasn't something Ntsiki had ever thought about doing, or even knew anything about. In fact she shares that she used to drink cider, and thought that was wine! And to further complicate the situation, the scholarship that was being offered was for classes that were all taught in Afrikaans -  a language Ntsiki didn't speak.  But Ntsiki was undeterred, and immersed herself into her studies.  She graduated in 2003 with a BSc in agriculture ((Viticulture and Oenology), and then joined boutique winery Stellekaya the following year.  Just 5 years into her career as a winemaker, Ntsiki was named Woman Winemaker of the Year.  Ntsiki used her time at Stellekaya to learn everything she could about the wine business.  But she always knew to be able to give back to her community in the way she wanted to, she would eventually need to branch out on her own.  In 2016, Aslina Wines, which is named after Ntsiki's grandmother, was born.  Last year Ntsiki was named one of the world's top 20 most innovative women in food and drink by Fortune Magazine! Ntsiki is now in an enviable position - she has more demand for her wines than she can keep up with! WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE How Ntsiki ended up becoming South Africa's first black, female winemaker Why Ntsiki named her winery ‘Aslina' The biggest dream Ntsiki has for Aslina What it's like being one of only a few black winemakers and even fewer black female winemakers in the world What it meant to Ntsiki to be name winemaker of the year The terrible advice a marketer tried to give Ntsiki about naming one of her wines ‘Msasane' The greatest lesson she learned from having to work as a domestic servant for a year What it was like attending university - in a language she didn't understand The woman that Ntsiki most admires The best advice she has ever been given What Ntiski is most grateful for Why one of Ntsiki's wines is named after the Acacia tree What Ntsiki is most afraid of What Ntsiki's favorite wine is The not so surprising (but funny) thing that Ntsiki always carries with her everywhere she goes What Ntsiki's "I am…" is   EPISODE LINKS Nstiki on Instagram Aslina Wines on Instagram Aslina Wines on Twitter Aslina Wines on Facebook Aslina Wines Website

Pairing
Episode 6: Women in Wine

Pairing

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2018 57:30


Happy (Belated) International Women's Day! In honor of Women's History Month, Emma & Winston talk about some amazing, badass women in the world of wine, art, history, and pop culture. Learn about some of the rockstar women in the wine world including winemakers, winery owners/directors, and scholars, through a discussion of the representation of women in fine art, the Bible, Sci-Fi, and modern entertainment. Plus, the reasoning behind swishy, sniffy, sippy, Nestor & Bambi, how Emma & Winston met, intersectionality, and Aretha Franklin, Queen of Soul. Women in Wine discussed in this episode: Hélène, Catherine, and Cécile Thibon of Mas de Libian (we were drinking 2015 "Khayyam" Côtes du Rhône of theirs), Arianna Occhipinti of Occhipinti and Tami wines (Emma references this article from Louis Dressner), Angela Osborne of Tribute to Grace, Ntsiki Biyela of Aslina Wines, Laura Catena of Catena Wines, and Jancis Robinson. Also check out the article, "Why I Hate Female Sommeliers and So Should You" by Vicki Denig. Content warning: discussion of sexual assault. If you are looking for help or support please visit rainn.org or call 1-800-656-HOPE (1-800-656-4673). Find Us Online: If you enjoy Pairing, follow us on social media and tell your friends! Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, & Tumblr @PairingPodcast. Please consider leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts, as that's one of the best ways to get more people listening in! Check out the accompanying blog post for this episode, and feel free to contact us via our website, www.thepairingpodcast.com About Pairing: Pairing was created and produced by Emma Sherr-Ziarko, with music and audio recording by Winston Shaw, and artwork by Darcy Zimmerman and Katie Huey.

What She Said
Ntsiki Biyela

What She Said

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2017 7:48


Ntsiki Biyela is a trail-blazer in many ways. More than a decade ago, she became South Africa’s first black female master wine maker. Her wines have won medals and critical acclaim, and established a growing following internationally – not bad for someone who arrived to study viticulture, having never tasted wine. She’s wry, honest and incredibly inspirational.

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Face to Face with Success
Ntsiki Biyela, a dreamer making her mark in the local wine industry

Face to Face with Success

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2016 8:18


Ntsiki Biyela is a trail-blazer in many ways. More than a decade ago, she became South Africa’s first black female master wine maker. Her wines have won medals and critical acclaim, and established a growing following internationally – not bad for someone who arrived to study viticulture, having never tasted wine. She’s wry, honest and incredibly inspirational. Charlotte Kilbane sits her down for a conversation...