Podcast appearances and mentions of susie selby

Episode Summary Who is Susie Selby, and what does it take to build an independent winery in Sonoma County? In this episode of the Wine Road Podcast, Katie Ambrosi sits down with Susie Selby, owner, winemaker, and sole proprietor of Selby Winery in downtown Healdsburg, California, for a wide-ranging conversation about winemaking, harvest in Sonoma County, the evolution of Healdsburg, and more than 25 years of making wine under the Selby label. Susie shares the story of founding Selby Winery with her father in the late 1990s and continuing the winery after his unexpected death just a few years later. She talks about her winemaking philosophy, her love of classic, Burgundian-style Chardonnay, and why she has always focused on making wines people can actually afford to open and enjoy. The conversation also uncovers some remarkable chapters in Selby's history. Susie recalls being selected to make Chardonnay for Robert Redford's Sundance program, discovering that "Bob" was actually Robert Redford, and accidentally mistaking Glenn Close for Meryl Streep. She also explains how Selby wines found their way into the White House during three presidential administrations, including becoming a favorite of Laura Bush and having Selby Sauvignon Blanc served as a house white during the Obama administration. Katie and Susie also explore the lighter side of Sonoma County wine country: the story behind the cult-favorite Bobcat Zinfandel, Susie's new Naughty Nancy white port, favorite old and new Healdsburg restaurants, affordable ways to experience Wine Country, and Susie's other passion—playing drums in a local band. It's a conversation about Sonoma County wine, women in winemaking, Healdsburg history, hospitality, family, resilience, and the relationships that make Northern Sonoma County wine country special. In This Episode You'll hear about: Susie Selby's journey from working at Rabbit Ridge to becoming the owner and winemaker of Selby Winery What harvest season actually looks like for a Sonoma County winemaker Selby's approach to Russian River Valley Chardonnay and French oak Making wine for Robert Redford and Sundance How Selby wines were served at the White House The story behind Bobcat Zinfandel How Susie continued the winery after losing her father and co-founder Women in the Sonoma County wine industry, then and now Old-school Healdsburg restaurants and today's favorite local spots Affordable ways to taste, eat, and explore Healdsburg Selby's Carignan, Cabernet Sauvignon, Zinfandel, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir, dessert wines, and port Susie's unexpected second act as a drummer Timestamps 0:10 — Welcome to the Wine Road Podcast; Katie and Susie introduce themselves 0:20 — Meet Susie Selby: owner, winemaker, and national sales manager of Selby Winery — and what it means to run an independent winery as a sole proprietor with no partners or investors 1:05 — Sonoma County harvest season: night picks starting at 12:30 AM and 3:30 AM, checking tonnage, estimating tank space, and making sure vineyard crews start in the right place 2:20 — What's coming into the winery this harvest: Sauvignon Blanc arrives first, with Chardonnay coming next 2:30 — Tasting the 2024 Selby Chardonnay and Susie's "old-school" Chardonnay philosophy: barrel fermentation, French oak, approximately 20% new oak, and a Burgundian style 3:45 — The Selby Winery origin story: starting the winery with her father in the late 1990s and making the wines they loved instead of chasing the buttery, heavily oaked Chardonnay trend. "The backup plan is to drink it." 5:10 — The Robert Redford story: how Sundance selected Susie as its Chardonnay winemaker for 8–10 years — and why she didn't initially realize "Bob" was Robert Redford 7:00 — A winemaker dinner at Sundance and the night Susie thought she was sitting next to Meryl Streep — but it was Glenn Close 8:45 — Selby wines at the White House: wines ordered during the Clinton administration, served frequently during the Bush administration, and Selby Sauvignon Blanc becoming a house white during the Obama administration 9:40 — How Selby wine actually got into the White House: a Hotel Healdsburg "bring your own magnum" party, a call to the White House Usher's Office, and an unexpected private tour 11:50 — Hospitality comes full circle: discovering that the White House staffer giving Susie the tour had visited her tasting room years earlier and spent two hours barrel tasting with her 13:20 — Sonoma County wine industry camaraderie and how the relationship between wineries shifted from competition toward greater collaboration after COVID 15:15 — The founding of the Wine Road in 1976, personal winery recommendations, and the lost art of spontaneous Wine Country weekends 17:15 — Women in winemaking: the Carol Shelton story and how dramatically opportunities for female winemakers have changed since the 1970s 18:30 — Susie's early winemaking career at Rabbit Ridge, where her name is still written on the warehouse door at what is now Matrix Winery 19:15 — Where to eat in Healdsburg: El Sombrero vs. Guadalajara, favorite restaurants, and why choosing just one is nearly impossible 22:30 — The story of Selby Bobcat Zinfandel: a cult-favorite, approximately 500-case wine at 17% alcohol, named after a bobcat Susie spotted in the vineyard 25:00 — Visiting Selby Winery in downtown Healdsburg: the courtyard patio, intimate tasting experience, and Raphael's personalized approach to wine tasting 26:30 — Susie's father and Selby Winery co-founder: a renowned spine surgeon, international wine collector, and the dream that inspired them to start a winery together 28:20 — Losing her father unexpectedly to an aneurysm at age 61 and Susie's decision to stay in California and continue building Selby Winery 29:20 — What Susie's father would think of Selby Winery today: "I think he'd be proud." 29:50 — Susie's wine pricing philosophy: making approachable, affordable wines you can open on a Tuesday night—not just save for Saturday 31:30 — Exploring the Selby Winery portfolio: Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Grenache Blanc, Pinot Noir, Grenache, Syrah, Carignan, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, three Zinfandels, dessert wines, and port 34:50 — Fancy Nancy and Naughty Nancy: a late-harvest Gewürztraminer dessert wine and new white port named after Susie's 90-year-old mother, Nancy 36:30 — Which Selby wine is most like Susie? Not the elegant Chardonnay or powerful Bobcat Zin—it's the Carignan: low-maintenance, fun to drink, and hard to pronounce 38:30 — Susie's dream wine to make next: Vermentino or Arneis and her interest in unique white grape varieties 39:30 — Old Healdsburg memories: Charcuterie, Bistro Ralph's, Scopa, Fitch Mountain Eddie's, street dances, Molly Malone's, and favorite dishes locals still remember 43:30 — Healdsburg happy hours and affordable Wine Country experiences: Matheson, its rooftop "reverse happy hour," Spoonbar, and where locals find great value 45:00 — How Wine Road helps visitors plan a Sonoma County wine trip: printed maps, personal recommendations, chat, itinerary planning, and a searchable winery database 47:30 — Susie the musician: playing drums in Vertical Flight with Michael DeLoach, her sister Betsy on saxophone, and Adam Lieb on guitar 49:10 — Cloverdale karaoke nights with Katie and Gina Mazzocco — and plans for a possible band debut at Susie's "bring your own magnum" party 50:30 — Final toast: to the Chardonnay, to Bob, to Dave, and to next time Wines Mentioned Selby Russian River Chardonnay (2024) Selby Dave Selby Reserve Chardonnay Selby Sauvignon Blanc Selby Bobcat Zinfandel Selby Carignan (2021, Peterson Ranch) Selby Cabernet Sauvignon Selby Pinot Noir and Dave Reserve Pinot Noir Selby Grenache Selby Syrah Selby Merlot Selby Old Vine Zinfandel Selby Otto's Block Zinfandel Fancy Nancy Late Harvest Gewürztraminer Naughty Nancy White Port Selby Port Healdsburg & Sonoma County Places Mentioned Selby Winery — Downtown Healdsburg El Sombrero — Healdsburg Guadalajara — Healdsburg The Matheson — Healdsburg Spoonbar — Healdsburg Campo Fina — Healdsburg Charcuterie, Bistro Ralph's, Scopa, Fitch Mountain Eddie's and Molly Malone's — former Healdsburg favorites Rabbit Ridge / Matrix Winery Rockpile — Sonoma County Hotel Healdsburg Cloverdale Railroad Station About Selby Winery Selby Winery is an independently owned winery based in downtown Healdsburg, California. Owner and winemaker Susie Selby produces a diverse portfolio of Sonoma County wines, including Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, Zinfandel, Carignan, Grenache, Syrah, Merlot, dessert wines, and port. About the Wine Road Podcast The Wine Road Podcast explores the wineries, wines, people, food, events, and stories of Northern Sonoma County, including Alexander Valley, Dry Creek Valley, and Russian River Valley. Hosted by Katie Ambrosi of Wine Road, the podcast takes listeners behind the scenes of Sonoma County Wine Country and introduces the people who make it such a special place to visit.

(0:10 - 0:23) Welcome to Wine Road, hosted by Marcy Gordon and Beth Costa. Thanks to Ron Rubin for supporting the podcast. (0:24 - 0:48) River Road Family Vineyards and Winery sponsors the show. Visit riverroadvineyards.com to explore their Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. (0:49 - 1:03) Episode 247 features Sidney Hunter, a barrel-tasting enthusiast, sharing her experiences and tips. (1:04 - 1:19) Beth introduces Sidney, a long-time customer turned friend, who regularly attends Wine Road events. (1:20 - 1:36) Sidney is a passionate barrel-tasting fan, attending events with her family and enjoying the experience. (1:39 - 1:54) Sidney estimates she's attended barrel tasting about 15 times, collecting many wine glasses along the way. (1:54 - 2:23) Sidney loves barrel tasting for the chance to try favorites, discover new wines, and meet winemakers. (2:23 - 3:26) She values the consistency of her favorite wineries and enjoys the interactive experience of learning from winemakers and staff. (3:26 - 4:12) Sidney appreciates the personal connections she's built with winery staff and the opportunity to try exclusive tastings. (4:12 - 5:09) Barrel tasting offers a unique, interactive experience. Sidney often buys futures, trusting the wine's quality and evolution. (5:09 - 6:23) Sidney explains her confidence in buying futures, often comparing current barrel samples with past vintages. (6:23 - 7:23) She highlights favorite wineries like Soda Rock and Carol Shelton, praising their consistent quality and knowledgeable staff. (7:23 - 8:11) She shares a story about picking up so many wine cases that her car was packed, leading to more purchases during pickups. (8:11 - 9:08) Sidney and her sisters make wine events a social occasion, complete with picnics and organized plans for visiting wineries. (9:08 - 10:16) Her group meticulously plans their visits, balancing favorite wineries with new discoveries, and enjoying the overall experience. (10:17 - 11:09) Sidney mentions her loyalty to Wilson family wineries and her goal to visit all of them in 2026. (11:11 - 12:29) She shares her love for Italian varietals at Colagrossi and highlights other favorites like Kokomo and VML for their unique offerings. (12:29 - 13:19) Sidney emphasizes pacing during events, focusing on quality over quantity, and taking notes to remember favorite wines. (13:20 - 14:22) Her sisters now join her for barrel tasting, each picking a favorite and a new winery to visit, with Sidney mapping out the route. (14:22 - 15:19) Sidney encourages enjoying the scenery, taking breaks, and embracing the full experience rather than rushing through wineries. (15:20 - 16:54) Barrel tasting is about quality, not quantity. Sidney advises taking time to enjoy the vineyards, meet winemakers, and savor the experience. (16:54 - 17:54) Rain or shine, Sydney and her sisters are prepared for events, enjoying the wines and connecting with winemakers like Susie Selby. (17:54 - 19:15) Sidney highlights the value of meeting winemakers and learning about their craft, making the experience educational and enjoyable. (19:17 - 20:30) She recommends bringing food and chocolates to pair with wines and suggests local markets like Dry Creek General Store for supplies. (20:30 - 21:03) Sidney's enthusiasm inspires others to join her at events, and she encourages everyone to experience barrel tasting. (21:03 - 21:49) Tickets for barrel tasting are $50 and include access to 60 wineries, with some offering tastings on Friday before the event starts. (21:49 - 23:00) The $50 ticket celebrates Wine Road's 50th anniversary. Sip Into the Weekend offers complimentary tastings every Thursday and Friday. (23:00 - 24:08) Check wineroad.com for updated winery lists and event details. That's a wrap for this episode!

Jason Wise sits down with Susie Selby, Winemaker at Belles Wines to discuss what makes a wine Vegan and why you should care.

The buzz: Although they comprise more 50% of the population, women hold far fewer positions in the wine industry, fewer leadership roles, and fewer ownership roles. Wine expert and The Wine Bible author Karen MacNeil's Second Annual Report on Women in the Wine Industry reveals an estimated 10% of winemakers in California are female, 7% in Washington, and 5% in New York. She closed her keynote at the 2019 Wonder Women of Wine (WWOW) inaugural conference with this advice: “My friends, men are not going to fix this. Many of them don't even think a problem exists. The situation is ours to change, and the time is now. So, move forward unwaveringly and ambitiously…Be supportive of other women…And help create a new terroir of wine feminism.” We'll ask Susie Selby at Selby Winery, Sharon Cohn at Breathless Wines, Jane Uttley at Unfiltered Unfined Wines and Karen Maley at Robert Young Estate Winery for their take on “We'll Drink To That: The Future of Women and Tech in the Wine Industry.”

The buzz: Although they comprise more 50% of the population, women hold far fewer positions in the wine industry, fewer leadership roles, and fewer ownership roles. Wine expert and The Wine Bible author Karen MacNeil's Second Annual Report on Women in the Wine Industry reveals an estimated 10% of winemakers in California are female, 7% in Washington, and 5% in New York. She closed her keynote at the 2019 Wonder Women of Wine (WWOW) inaugural conference with this advice: “My friends, men are not going to fix this. Many of them don't even think a problem exists. The situation is ours to change, and the time is now. So, move forward unwaveringly and ambitiously…Be supportive of other women…And help create a new terroir of wine feminism.” We'll ask Susie Selby at Selby Winery, Sharon Cohn at Breathless Wines, Jane Uttley at Unfiltered Unfined Wines and Karen Maley at Robert Young Estate Winery for their take on “We'll Drink To That: The Future of Women and Tech in the Wine Industry.”

The buzz: Although they comprise more 50% of the population, women hold far fewer positions in the wine industry, fewer leadership roles, and fewer ownership roles. Wine expert and The Wine Bible author Karen MacNeil’s Second Annual Report on Women in the Wine Industry reveals an estimated 10% of winemakers in California are female, 7% in Washington, and 5% in New York. She closed her keynote at the 2019 Wonder Women of Wine (WWOW) inaugural conference with this advice: “My friends, men are not going to fix this. Many of them don’t even think a problem exists. The situation is ours to change, and the time is now. So, move forward unwaveringly and ambitiously…Be supportive of other women…And help create a new terroir of wine feminism.” We’ll ask Susie Selby at Selby Winery, Sharon Cohn at Breathless Wines, Jane Uttley at Unfiltered Unfined Wines and Karen Maley at Robert Young Estate Winery for their take on “We’ll Drink To That: The Future of Women and Tech in the Wine Industry.”

Winemaker Susie Selby chats with us about her weekly video series and what’s happening at Selby Winery. “Enjoy wine; enjoy life,” is Susie’s approach to being a winemaker. Wine Of the Day: 2018 Selby Merlot Show Notes 0:46 Wine of the Day – 2018 Selby Merlot 1:20 Harvest number 23 for Selby sandwiched between the pandemic and the fires -- it’s been challenging! (to say the least!) 2:30 Susie’s video interview series brings wine country to you with some levity and shows the sense of collaboration within the industry. See link to videos below. 9:00 Susie is in the tasting room and making sure all Covid protocols are being followed. 10:00 Zoom winemaker dinners a way to keep connected with customers. 17:18 Susie recommends places you can din outside or to go --Barn Diva, Bravas, Seghesio Journeyman Meats, Vallette with new outdoor patio. 22:00 Susie will be publishing her food and wine pairings on the Selby website. Now’s the time to learn to cook a soufflé! Pairs great with Grenache. Links Selby Winery Selby Winery Videos Wine Road Sonoma County Winegrowers -- Wine Road Podcast Instagram -- @wineroadpodcast Credits: The Wine Road podcast is mixed and mastered at Threshold Studios Sebastopol, CA.  

The buzz: Although they comprise more 50% of the population, women hold far fewer positions in the wine industry, fewer leadership roles, and fewer ownership roles. Wine expert and The Wine Bible author Karen MacNeil's Second Annual Report on Women in the Wine Industry reveals an estimated 10% of winemakers in California are female, 7% in Washington, and 5% in New York. She closed her keynote at the 2019 Wonder Women of Wine (WWOW) inaugural conference with this advice: “My friends, men are not going to fix this. Many of them don't even think a problem exists. The situation is ours to change, and the time is now. So, move forward unwaveringly and ambitiously…Be supportive of other women…And help create a new terroir of wine feminism.” We'll ask Susie Selby at Selby Winery, Sharon Cohn at Breathless Wines, Jane Uttley at Unfiltered Unfined Wines and Karen Maley at Robert Young Estate Winery for their take on “We'll Drink To That: The Future of Women and Tech in the Wine Industry.”

The buzz: Although they comprise more 50% of the population, women hold far fewer positions in the wine industry, fewer leadership roles, and fewer ownership roles. Wine expert and The Wine Bible author Karen MacNeil's Second Annual Report on Women in the Wine Industry reveals an estimated 10% of winemakers in California are female, 7% in Washington, and 5% in New York. She closed her keynote at the 2019 Wonder Women of Wine (WWOW) inaugural conference with this advice: “My friends, men are not going to fix this. Many of them don't even think a problem exists. The situation is ours to change, and the time is now. So, move forward unwaveringly and ambitiously…Be supportive of other women…And help create a new terroir of wine feminism.” We'll ask Susie Selby at Selby Winery, Sharon Cohn at Breathless Wines, Jane Uttley at Unfiltered Unfined Wines and Karen Maley at Robert Young Estate Winery for their take on “We'll Drink To That: The Future of Women and Tech in the Wine Industry.”

The buzz: Although they comprise more 50% of the population, women hold far fewer positions in the wine industry, fewer leadership roles, and fewer ownership roles. Wine expert and The Wine Bible author Karen MacNeil’s Second Annual Report on Women in the Wine Industry reveals an estimated 10% of winemakers in California are female, 7% in Washington, and 5% in New York. She closed her keynote at the 2019 Wonder Women of Wine (WWOW) inaugural conference with this advice: “My friends, men are not going to fix this. Many of them don’t even think a problem exists. The situation is ours to change, and the time is now. So, move forward unwaveringly and ambitiously…Be supportive of other women…And help create a new terroir of wine feminism.” We’ll ask Susie Selby at Selby Winery, Sharon Cohn at Breathless Wines, Jane Uttley at Unfiltered Unfined Wines and Karen Maley at Robert Young Estate Winery for their take on “We’ll Drink To That: The Future of Women and Tech in the Wine Industry.”

The buzz: Although they comprise more 50% of the population, women hold far fewer positions in the wine industry, fewer leadership roles, and fewer ownership roles. Wine expert and The Wine Bible author Karen MacNeil’s Second Annual Report on Women in the Wine Industry reveals an estimated 10% of winemakers in California are female, 7% in Washington, and 5% in New York. She closed her keynote at the 2019 Wonder Women of Wine (WWOW) inaugural conference with this advice: “My friends, men are not going to fix this. Many of them don’t even think a problem exists. The situation is ours to change, and the time is now. So, move forward unwaveringly and ambitiously…Be supportive of other women…And help create a new terroir of wine feminism.” We’ll ask Susie Selby at Selby Winery, Sharon Cohn at Breathless Wines, Jane Uttley at Unfiltered Unfined Wines and Karen Maley at Robert Young Estate Winery for their take on “We’ll Drink To That: The Future of Women and Tech in the Wine Industry.”

Producer/host akaRadioRed's Cool Conversations with Creatives welcomes two dedicated creatives. We'll drink in advice on happiness, pandemic isolation and business success from Susie Selby, award-wining owner and winemaker of Selby Winery in Healdsburg, CA. Susie attributes her early success to being an “exceptionally good forklift operator”, cellar master and assistant winemaker. She's made wine for actors and athletes and was featured at the White House by three administrations. William L. Silvaneus's life has centered on human services, mostly with disenfranchised individuals and trauma victims – the subjects of his thriller novel, A CERTAIN MERCY–Why Are Grand Islands Most Vulnerable Dying Violently? The Immediate Past President of the Nebraska Writers Guild, he has published nonfiction articles and written adult curriculum for 30+ years, and enjoys watercolor painting, ornamental egg decorating, and writing poetry. Join akaRadioRed for Take A Sip from the Creativity Fountain!

Producer/host akaRadioRed’s Cool Conversations with Creatives welcomes two dedicated creatives. We’ll drink in advice on happiness, pandemic isolation and business success from Susie Selby, award-wining owner and winemaker of Selby Winery in Healdsburg, CA. Susie attributes her early success to being an “exceptionally good forklift operator”, cellar master and assistant winemaker. She’s made wine for actors and athletes and was featured at the White House by three administrations. William L. Silvaneus’s life has centered on human services, mostly with disenfranchised individuals and trauma victims – the subjects of his thriller novel, A CERTAIN MERCY–Why Are Grand Islands Most Vulnerable Dying Violently? The Immediate Past President of the Nebraska Writers Guild, he has published nonfiction articles and written adult curriculum for 30+ years, and enjoys watercolor painting, ornamental egg decorating, and writing poetry. Join akaRadioRed for Take A Sip from the Creativity Fountain!

Halloween Cocktails Imbibe | Creepy Cocktails and Witchy Wines | Susie Shelby (Interview) https://selbywinery.com/our-story/ https://www.intrinsicmotivation.life/ Halloween parties are a great way to get creative with costumes AND cocktails! Invite food and wine expert Susie Shelby for a fun show where you’ll be serving up creepy concoctions like the Rosemary’s Baby, the Dark and Spooky, and the Pina Choulada. She’ll also share simple advice for low-stress entertaining. “Most importantly, choose foods and snacks that don’t need utensils and can be prepared ahead of time. Then set up food and beverage stations so guests can help themselves throughout the party.” A winemaker for more than twenty years, Selby is an expert on food and wine pairings. She’s the proprietor of Selby Winery. Selby Winery was founded in 1994 by Susie Selby, Winemaker, and her father, David K. Selby, M.D. Dr. Selby was a Vietnam war hero, a marble sculptor, and a world-renowned spine surgeon who traveled internationally, primarily to Europe. These trips were instrumental in an affinity for old-world wines that he and Susie shared starting with the first vintages of Selby Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Susie learned to make wine in a hands-on apprenticeship environment, starting as a tasting room manager, then a forklift driver/Cellar Master and eventually becoming the Assistant Winemaker at a larger winery, while still making the Selby Wines. Prior to his sudden death in 1997, Dave and his wife Nancy, who lived in Dallas, would travel frequently to Wine Country to taste blends with Susie and enjoy the food and wine of the region. After Dave passed away Susie decided to continue the dream of Selby and managed to do it on her own through a lot of hard work and challenges. Today she still has no partners or investors. Selby Winery produces over sixteen different varietals and has won numerous awards and accolades. “Enjoy wine; enjoy life,” will continue to be Susie’s approach to being a winemaker. That expression, like the wines, is a reflection of the passion, the fun and the enjoyment that Susie and Dave shared.

Halloween Cocktails Imbibe | Creepy Cocktails and Witchy Wines | Susie Shelby (Interview) https://selbywinery.com/our-story/ https://www.intrinsicmotivation.life/ Halloween parties are a great way to get creative with costumes AND cocktails! Invite food and wine expert Susie Shelby for a fun show where you'll be serving up creepy concoctions like the Rosemary's Baby, the Dark and Spooky, and the Pina Choulada. She'll also share simple advice for low-stress entertaining. “Most importantly, choose foods and snacks that don't need utensils and can be prepared ahead of time. Then set up food and beverage stations so guests can help themselves throughout the party.” A winemaker for more than twenty years, Selby is an expert on food and wine pairings. She's the proprietor of Selby Winery. Selby Winery was founded in 1994 by Susie Selby, Winemaker, and her father, David K. Selby, M.D. Dr. Selby was a Vietnam war hero, a marble sculptor, and a world-renowned spine surgeon who traveled internationally, primarily to Europe. These trips were instrumental in an affinity for old-world wines that he and Susie shared starting with the first vintages of Selby Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Susie learned to make wine in a hands-on apprenticeship environment, starting as a tasting room manager, then a forklift driver/Cellar Master and eventually becoming the Assistant Winemaker at a larger winery, while still making the Selby Wines. Prior to his sudden death in 1997, Dave and his wife Nancy, who lived in Dallas, would travel frequently to Wine Country to taste blends with Susie and enjoy the food and wine of the region. After Dave passed away Susie decided to continue the dream of Selby and managed to do it on her own through a lot of hard work and challenges. Today she still has no partners or investors. Selby Winery produces over sixteen different varietals and has won numerous awards and accolades. “Enjoy wine; enjoy life,” will continue to be Susie's approach to being a winemaker. That expression, like the wines, is a reflection of the passion, the fun and the enjoyment that Susie and Dave shared. halloween cocktails imbibe - How to Make Halloween Drinks - Find and Share Everyday Cooking Recipes Drinks & cocktails with Maple Syrup Making cocktail recipes at home can be pretty simple, too Learn how to make a Gin Rickey cocktail with this simple Gin Rickey Recipe How to make a Rum Relaxer Cocktail the orange margarita recipe is an awesome halloween cocktail recipe with tequila that can really wow your friends this year. how to make a halloween cocktail: the frankenstein's monster. You can even do research on how to make Halloween drinks, and snacks for added spirit Top Questions: Can you drink cocktails with dry ice? What is a good drink to bring to a party? Can I put food coloring in alcohol? Which is the best alcoholic drink for ladies? Which is the tastiest alcoholic drink? What's the best alcohol to drink for the first time? #halloweencocktails2019 #halloweendrinksnonalcoholic #boozyhalloweendrinks #halloweenalcoholicpunch #easyhalloweencocktailsuk #halloweencocktailswithchampagne #halloweencocktailsrum #halloweenmargaritas #halloweenliquor --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/intrinsic-motivation/support

Essential oils are all the rage, but are they truly useful? Author, coach and comedian, Jen Coken reveals [29:46] some recipes she's uncovered for safe and effective insect repellents, sun blocks and pain relievers with nothing but natural ingredients. She provides a way for you to receive a free list of useful recipes that use essential oils. She's a funny lady, too. Her book is called, "When I Die, Take My Panties." Yup, there's a good explanation for that title. [10:20] This week is the 30th year Discovery Channel has broadcast a week's worth of shark-related programming. they call it "Shark Week." A friend of the show is celebrating in a big way. Susie Selby of Selby Winery is a big time diver. We didn't know that. She checks in, soaking wet, on a boat off the coast of Isles Mujeres, Mexico to talk about her dive with a pod of whale sharks! Wow! Kelly J joins Phil Hulett at the studio in his house. LA Radio Studio is being dismantled while this episode is recorded. The hope is to find a new home for the historic studio equipment soon. Stay tuned. Meantime, stories this hour include, R. Kelly's sex cult. Then there's the zoo that tried to pass off a painted mule as a zebra. Ladies, there's cash in your arm pits! From the "Somebody died, try not to laugh" department, a serial killer accidentally kills himself. The United States has more meat and cheese than it know what to do with. Somebody is holding a $522 Million lottery ticket. Happy 150 years, Golden Retrievers. Then there's the guy who lost his dog...and doesn't want it back. Thank God George Clooney is back to work. Welcome to the fish taco club, Taco Bell. Congrats little town in Michigan, you elected a cat mayor. And finally, New Zealand's Prime Minister is on maternity leave. Her number two is in charge as acting PM. What does he do? Start a fight with Australia! Uhh, hashtag hormones!

Wine Pairings for Easter One of the few female wine-makers in America, Susie Selby, offers her vast knowledge of wine pairings for the Easter season. What'll you drink with ham? What about lamb or fish? Selby also discusses the sacramental history of wine as it applies to Easter and Christianity. Fun! Hockey podcaster, Mike Walters joins Phil Hulett to co-host. Together they launch into the following stories: A new pill treats peanut allergies in children. Adidas made out of ocean plastic. It seems McDonald's can please anybody these days. It's use it or lose it time for your gift card at this retailer. Are weapons in bed a good idea when your significant other is jealous? Which countries make the top ten happiest list? It's Peep Season! Look out for the foot fetish guy!AHere's a great new use for a crock pot. Is SnapChat doomed? A 100 year old woman's secret to longevity. And finally, is a minor leage baseball rule change about to turn the sport of baseball on it's ear? #SaveTheStudio

Does Tech dude Shelly Palmer put your Net Neutrality anxieties to rest once and for all? Hear his take on the inevitable Internet changes. Plus 5G is coming, and technology for drunks! Speaking of drinking, Susie Selby of Selby Winery explains how to pick and pair wines for the holidays. Phil Hulett, Gonzo Greg Spillane and Kellie Sue Peters have these stories to share: Dogs are smarter than cats. Last moment freeway merge. Eye-eating parasite in thrill ride water. What your sleeping position says about your relationship. Petty things your Ex did to get back at you. The guy who eats stuff that primarily isn't food. Finally, why Phil loves Canadians.

Susie Selby, owner and operator of Selby Winery of Healdsburg, CA recounts the chaos and heroism during the deadly wildfires that ripped through Napa and Sonoma County wine country. Hear what happened when she decided not to evacuate. She also offers some vintner's wisdom on this unusual vintage of wine. Next up, Manny the Movie Guy reviews 6 movies, including a serious drama he recommends you do not watch, unless you prefer a main character whose name is an obvious reference to sphincter. Skylar Cuarisma and Mike Walters join Phil Hulett as Co-Hosts and these stories are offered up for your consideration: Thong Jeans. Southwest successfully completes un-manned flight. The Top 5 Halloween Costumes will have you scratching your head. Snickers new flavors for every mood. Burger King pranks it's customers. Playboy Magazine's first transgender playmate. It's time to play "Who's Older?" Could Pole Dancing be coming to the Olympics? Man steals $1,2 Million Worth of Fajitas. Plant on Zep reunion. Iron Maiden Beer back story. Biking the Johnny Cash Trail. Finally, Courtney Love warned Hollywood about Harvey Weinstein 12 years ago and was banned for it.

Susie Selby has been a winemaker in Sonoma County for 23 years now but following the loss of her father, who happened to be her partner, she was nearly talked out of pursuing the venture. Facing an uphill battle she chose to forge ahead. Along the way the community has supported her and Selby wine has been served at White House functions more than any other winery in the country. Without a road map she’s found success. As you’ll hear she has maintained her sense of humor and humbleness. Join us for our conversation in Healdsburg on the edge of Dry Creek Valley.