Podcast appearances and mentions of victoria james

Our guest on the third episode of our special Power Miniseries is Victoria James—sommelier, author, advocate, and mother of two. She joins host Kerry Diamond to talk about her memoir, “Wine Girl,” her fight against sexual harassment at the highest levels of the sommelier community, and her role as Executive Director of Beverage & Partnerships at Gracious Hospitality, which includes the COQODAQ and the COTE Korean Steakhouses.Victoria and Kerry also discuss her Trailblazer Award, presented to her by Cherry Bombe and Veuve Clicquot at the recent Power Awards, her support of pregnant women and nursing moms working in restaurants, beverage, and hospitality, and the organization she co-founded to provide free industry education, Wine Empowered. Our Power miniseries is presented by Veuve Clicquot and coincides with the new Power Issue of Cherry Bombe's print magazine, out now. We spotlighted more than 100 women in the worlds of food, drink, and hospitality, including Victoria, who are using their power in interesting, inspiring, and innovative ways. Subscribe to our magazine here and check out the full list on cherrybombe.com. More on Victoria: Instagram, “Wine Girl” memoir, Wine Empowered, Julia Moskin NY Times storyMore on Kerry: InstagramPast episodes and transcripts

On today's episode, it's Haley Bennett, the star and a producer of the new film “Widow Clicquot,” which opens in theaters this Friday, July 19th. “Widow Clicquot” is the amazing and true story of Barbe-Nicole Clicquot Ponsardin, a.k.a. Madame Clicquot of the Veuve Clicquot champagne empire. The movie is based on The New York Times-bestselling biography by Tilar J. Mazzeo. Haley joins host Kerry Diamond to talk about what it was like portraying the trailblazing entrepreneur. In the second half of the show, we're re-airing our conversation from 2022 featuring another woman of wine, Victoria James, the author of the memoir “Wine Girl.” Victoria shares her path to becoming a sommelier, the obstacles she has faced, taking on the misogyny in the industry, and what her moving memoir is all about. “Widow Clicquot” clips courtesy of Vertical Entertainment.Click here to get your copy of Cherry Bombe's Paris Issue with Chef Dominique Crenn on the cover. Visit Cherry Bombe's Event Calendar to learn more about Jubilee Wine Country and get tickets.Hosted by Kerry DiamondProduced by Catherine Baker and Elizabeth VogtEdited by Jenna SadhuContent & Partnerships Manager Londyn CrenshawRecorded at Newsstand Studios at Rockefeller CenterRadio Cherry Bombe is a production of The Cherry Bombe Podcast Network. Subscribe to our newsletter and check out past episodes and transcripts here. More on Haley: Instagram, "Widow Clicquot" trailerMore on Victoria: Instagram, "Wine Girl", Cote NYC, Wine EmpoweredMore on Kerry: Instagram

In this episode, I had the opportunity to speak with Victoria James who is not only a LCSW and psychotherapist but also an anxiety and mindset expert who overcame difficult odds to establish a thriving private practice dedicated to helping ambitious individuals navigate their mental health and entrepreneurial journeys. Here are some key takeaways: Embrace Your Journey: Victoria's story is a testament to the power of resilience and courage, moving from teenage motherhood and homelessness to becoming a successful entrepreneur and wellness leader. Bet on Yourself: Even when faced with unimaginable challenges, investing in your self-growth and education can change your life trajectory. Victoria's determination to pursue higher education despite financial and personal obstacles is a powerful reminder that we hold the keys to our future. Redefine Failure: Viewing failure as a stepping stone rather than a setback can significantly alter your approach to life and business. Failures are merely setups for greater successes, providing invaluable learning opportunities. Victoria's insights are a treasure trove for anyone looking to break cycles and chart new paths. Let's get inspired and empower each other to go beyond our limits! About Victoria: Victoria James is an experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Psychotherapist, Anxiety & Mindset Expert, Wellness Entrepreneur, and the Founder of Ever Growth Counseling®. Ever Growth Counseling was created for overachieving Young Professionals, Millennials, and Entrepreneurs who are struggling with mental health challenges and in need of support across the states of New York, New Jersey, and Florida. Website: evergrowthcounseling.com Instagram: instagram.com/evergrowthcounseling –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

on todays show Victoria James and Glenn talk about the Buckeye 3. How a federal Judge shut down a school in Louisiana in 1980's. A very interesting case of States Rights and Federal over reach, don't miss it.

On todays show Victoria takes James and Glenn through the Trump Co-Defendant in the Georgia RICO case of Harrison Floyd don't miss it. #Georgia ROCO, #TRUMP, #Harrison Floyd, #The James Perspective.

Don't miss todays episode. Victoria breaks down the most famous case you have never heard of and it was the only impeachment of a supreme court justice that failed and how it ties to today. Don't Miss It!

On todays show Victoria breaks down US vs Hansen and James connects the dots with it and January 6th defendants, don't mis it! Also this is a version that I worked hard to fix the audio so I apologize for the first one I think this one is better let me know.

On todays show  "What's the constitution got to do with it" Today Victoria goes' over the TN. Dysphoria laws is it constitutional?

On todays show we talk about the Office of Multicural Affairs, Freeze Ray, Starship and control of drone airspace

On todays show special Guest Victoria talks about the Meadows move to move to Federal Court. We talk about A.I. and taking jobs and much much more don't miss it!

On today's episode of All in the Industry®, Shari Bayer has a special “On the Road” show from the 2023 James Beard Awards in Chicago, which took place June 3-5 in Chicago, IL. Shari's coverage includes exclusive red carpet and media lounge interviews with nominees, winners, and presenters at the Chef and Restaurant Awards at the Lyric Opera of Chicago. It was an amazing awards weekend celebration. Congratulations to all! Today's show also features Shari's PR tip to know it's never too late to go after your dreams; and Solo Dining experience at Chutatip “Nok” Suntaranan's Kalaya in Philadelphia, PA, who was this year's JBFA winner for Best Chef: Mid-Atlantic. Listen at Heritage Radio Network, and check out Shari's YouTube Channel (youtube.com/@sharibayer) to view our video coverage from #JBFA, including our long format and highlight reels. ** Check out Shari's new book, CHEFWISE – Life Lessons from Leading Chefs Around the World (Phaidon, Spring 2023), now available at Phaidon.com, Amazon.com and wherever books are sold! #chefwisebook ** 2023 James Beard Awards -- Shari's red carpet and awards ceremony interviews in chronological order:Kris MoonPresident and COO, James Beard FoundationSalvador Alamilla, Amano, Caldwell, IDNominee: Best Chef: MountainOlivia Watkins and Karen Washington, Black Farmer Fund2023 Humanitarian of the Year Award HonoreesDavid and Jennifer Uyger, Lucia, Dallas, TXNominee: Outstanding RestaurantAaron Verzosa, Archipelago, Seattle, WANominee: Best Chef: Northwest and PacificAna Castro, Lengua Madre, New Orleans, LANominee: Best Chef: SouthPaul Smith, 1010 Bridge, Charleston, WVNominee: Best Chef: SoutheastGloria Varney, Nezinscot Farm, Turner, MaineWinner: Restaurant and Chef America's Classics AwardJunghyun Park and Ellia Park, Atomix, New York, NYWinner: Best Chef: New York StateGail SimmonsCo-Host; Judge, Top Chef; Author, TV PersonalityAndrew ZimmernCo-Host; James Beard Award-winning TV personality, chef, writerAlex Perry and Kumi Omori, Vestige, Ocean Springs, MSNominee: Best Chef: SouthMacarena and Grecia Ludena, Coracora, West Hartford, CTNominee: Outstanding RestaurantEric AdjepongCo-Host; Chef and TV PersonalityCarla HallPresenter; Author, Chef and TV PersonalityMary Attea, The Musket Room, New York, NYNominee: Best Chef: New York StateEllen Yin, High Street Hospitality GroupWinner: Outstanding RestaurateurGregory Gourdet, Kann, Portland, ORWinner: Best New Restaurant Justin Pichetrungsi, Anajak Thai, Sherman Oaks, CAWinner: Best Chef: CaliforniaAaron Hoskins and Sarah Simmons, CITY GRIT Hospitality GroupNominee: Outstanding RestaurateurStephanie Leichtle-Chalklen, Kuluntu Bakery, Dallas, TXNominee: Outstanding BakerySimon Kim, Victoria James, and Mia Van De Water, COTE, New York, NYNominee: Outstanding Wine and Other Beverages ProgramValentine Howell, Krasi, Boston, MA Nominee: Best Chef: NortheastDamarr Brown, Virtue, Chicago, IL Winner: Emerging ChefRob Rubba, Oyster, Oyster, Washington, DCWinner: Outstanding ChefJonathan Sawyer, Kindling, Chicago, ILFormer Winner: Best Chef: Great Lakes 2015Kaley Shannon, on behalf of Margarita Manzke, Republique, Los Angeles, CAWinner: Outstanding Pastry Chef or BakerMarissa Gencarelli, Yoli Tortilleria, Kansas City, MOWinner: Outstanding BakeryJustin Park and Tom Park, Bar Leather Apron, Honolulu, HI Winner: Outstanding BarChutatip “Nok” Suntaranan, Kalaya, Philadelphia, PAWinner: Best Chef: Mid-AtlanticJunghyun “JP” Park, Atomix, New York, NY Winner: Best Chef: New York StateJustin Pichetrungsi, Anajak Thai, Sherman Oaks, CAWinner: Best Chef: CaliforniaEllen Yin, High Street Hospitality GroupWinner: Outstanding RestaurateurFull List of 2023 JBFA Winners: https://www.jamesbeard.org/blog/the-2023-james-beard-award-winners•• Photo Courtesy of Shari Bayer.Listen at Heritage Radio Network; subscribe/rate/review our show at iTunes, Stitcher or Spotify. Follow us @allindustry. Thanks for being a part of All in the Industry®. Heritage Radio Network is a listener supported nonprofit podcast network. Support All in the Industry by becoming a member!All in the Industry is Powered by Simplecast.

Welcome to Foodie Summer!Today's book review is of Victoria James' book, "Wine Girl".Music © by Capazunda.Instagram: @brutallyhonestbooksTikTok: @brutallyhonestbooks

Harry finds everyone he loves all in one place and shouts at nearly all of them. Email us at restrictedsectionpod@gmail.com to tell us what you thought of Number Twelve Grimmauld Place or even what you think of us! We'd love to read your email on the show. Be sure to subscribe to know right away about new episodes, and rate and review! SUPPORT US ON OUR PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/therestrictedsection THANK YOU LOVE YOU BUY OUR MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/user/restricted-section-podcast THANK YOU LOVE YOU IG: https://www.instagram.com/restrictedsectionpod/ TW: https://twitter.com/restrictedpod FB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/rspoddetentioncrew/   Check out our other amazing Deus Ex Media podcasts! www.deusexmedia.org   This episode featured: Lucy and Zac from Fangfiction! Please check their podcast out, it's hilarious. https://open.spotify.com/show/5ZOswlzw3I7h2ytIGOC35A?si=102797846ef24334 https://www.instagram.com/fangfictionpod/ Lucy IG @lucyhagan_writes https://www.instagram.com/lucyhagan_writes/ Substack https://lucyhagan.substack.com/ Lucy plugged Lore Olympus https://www.webtoons.com/en/romance/lore-olympus/list?title_no=1320&page=1 Zac IG @here.nowhere_ https://www.instagram.com/here.nowhere_/ Zac plugged The Sandman comics https://bookshop.org/a/65495/9781401284770 Zac also plugged Tender Is the Flesh by Agustina Bazterrica https://bookshop.org/a/65495/9781982150921 Christina Kann https://linktr.ee/christinakann Christina plugged Wine Girl by Victoria James https://bookshop.org/a/65495/9780062961679 Haley Simpkiss TW @TheWrit_toWit https://twitter.com/TheWrit_toWit Haley plugged Tarot for Writers 

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Bennie Randall Show (Ep 2402 ) Victoria James - From Homeless Shelter To CEO

We're calling this the Big G episode. Why? Because it's where we mix up grape, grain and gin.We look ahead to National Gin and Tonic Day as we sample two gins: one from India, the other from Cornwall and we get our grape fix from this weeks' library pick – not a recipe book but a memoir called 'Wine Girl', by Victoria James.We have an interview with the OG of British motor racing, the one, the only Jenson Button who talks about his latest project, which blends two of his newfound passions: coach building and whisky. And our last G is reserved for Gabriel Waterhouse, who heads up The Water House Project in East London. The food is fab but wait 'til you try the house made non-alcoholic pairings. Quite frankly, they're bloody genius.What we're mixing:Americano2 parts Campari2 parts sweet vermouth3 parts sodaOrange twist to garnishMethod:Fill a Highball glass with ice, then add the Campari and sweet vermouth. Top with the soda water and stir gently to combine. Garnish with an orange twist.For more from The Cocktail Lovers, including signing up for our digital and print magazine, visit our website, thecocktaillovers.comTo see the products featured in this episode, check out our Instagram page @thecocktaillovers and see their details below:Coachbuilt WhiskyJaisalmer GinPenny Drop Cornish Old Tom GinThe Waterhouse ProjectWine GirlThe Cocktail Lovers theme music is by Travis 'T-Bone' WatsonEdited by Christian Fox Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chef Pilar Valdes is proof that saying yes and following your passion can lead to unexpected places. As a young film student in the Philippines, Pilar never envisioned that one day she'd be a chef in New York City with her own company (Kickshaw Cookery), co-author of a cookbook (Rebel Homemaker), or culinary contributor to the most effervescent program on daytime TV (The Drew Barrymore Show). But here she is. Pilar joins host Kerry Diamond to talk about her journey, her Filipino heritage, her favorite forms of self-care, her Cherry Bombe cover, and more. Thank you to Lenox and to Foxtrot Market for supporting this episode. Learn more about the Lenox wine glass collab with sommelier Victoria James. And be sure to check out Cherry Bombe's curated collection of female-founded food brands at foxtrotco.com. Radio Cherry Bombe is recorded at Newsstand Studios at Rockefeller Center in New York City. Our theme song is by the band Tra La La.Subscribe to our newsletter and check out past episodes and transcripts here!Follow Pilar on Instagram and pick up a copy of Cherry Bombe Issue 17 with Pilar and Drew Barrymore on the cover.

Today's guest is Natasha Pickowicz, the celebrated pastry chef, pop-up queen and Cherry Bombe magazine cover star. Natasha is a singular talent in the food world, and has become known during the pandemic for her thoughtful, creative pop-ups and collaborations. She shares her pop-up do's and don'ts and the early experiences that shaped who she is today, from rowing crew at Cornell to a random job at a punk rock bodega in Montreal, and gives us a peek at her upcoming cookbook. Natasha and host Kerry Diamond also talk about Natasha's dad, the history professor Paul Pickowicz, and his journey back to Ukraine to learn more about his roots. Thank you to Lenox and to Foxtrot Market for supporting this episode. Lenox has a new wine glass collab with sommelier Victoria James. Learn more at lenox.com/collections/signature-series. And be sure to check out Cherry Bombe's virtual aisle featuring female-founded brands at foxtrotco.com.Radio Cherry Bombe is recorded at Newsstand Studios at Rockefeller Center in New York City. Our theme song is by the band Tra La La.Subscribe to our newsletter and check out past episodes and transcripts here!Be sure to check out Bakers Against Racism's “Bake for Ukraine”More on Natasha: Instagram, DEMI Community pastry chat

Meet two chefs putting their own spin on fine dining. Chef Lana Lagomarsini and Chef Nana Wilmot recently collaborated on a dinner with Resident, the roving luxury pop-up series that wove together the history of Black food, their personal stories, and their fine dining backgrounds, one course at a time. The two were working up the ladder in the restaurant world, at places like Le Coucou and Daniel, before the pandemic struck, changing their career trajectories. They each took matters into their own hands and began working as private chefs and exploring a more personal approach to their food. Lana and Nana join host Kerry Diamond to share the inspiration behind their dinner and give their take on the current and future state of fine dining. Thank you to our sponsors: Lenox has a new wine glass collab with sommelier Victoria James. Learn more at lenox.com/collections/signature-series. Luke's Lobster has partnered with American Unagi to bring sustainable seafood from Maine to your front door. Use promo code CHERRY15 for 15% off all products at lukeslobster.com through March 31.Radio Cherry Bombe is recorded at Newsstand Studios at Rockefeller Center in New York City. Our theme song is by the band Tra La La.Subscribe to our newsletter and check out past episodes and transcripts here!More on Chef Lana: Instagram, WebsiteMore on Chef Nana: Instagram, Georgina's Catering, Love That I Knead Supper Club

Join Kelli and Anne for their 204th NEW episode! They start by talking about their recent trip to Asheville, NC and how much they loved it. Next they chat about how much fun it was to takeover the DNR Show last week and that it felt really good to be back in the studio after 2 years of remote podcasting from home. They also give big shoutouts to their former Producer JB and their new Producer Ajay! Finally they talk about Anne's upcoming NY concert on April 24th at GreenRoom 42 and Kelli's upcoming trip in May to Venice on a Uniworld river cruise. For more info on either go to www.annesteele.com and www.rfamilyvacations.com Their special guest is Victoria James, who at the age of 21 became the youngest sommelier in the country. Known as a “wine wunderkind,” she is a leading female voice in a male-dominated field. Victoria worked her way up, through some of the most prestigious restaurants in New York City and is now the Director of Beverage and partner at Michelin-starred Cote in New York and Miami.  Plus she is the author of Wine Girl, The Obstacles, Humiliations, and Triumphs of America's Youngest Sommelier. She talks about her book and reads an excerpt as well. She also discusses her non-profit Wine Empowered that diversifies the hospitality industry by offering tuition-free wine classes to women and people of color. She also has created a limited-edition stemware line with Lenox. To find out more about Victoria follow her on Instagram at @Victoria_James www.victoriajames.info 

When Victoria James became a sommelier at the age of 21, she was the youngest person to achieve that designation in America. It was an impressive feat made all the more remarkable by the fact that her childhood and teenage years were filled with economic hardship, mental abuse, and worse. In her hopeful and heartbreaking memoir Wine Girl, Victoria writes about her early years as well as her professional highlights and lowlights in fine dining and fancy wine, exposing the hypocrisies and inequities that exist in those worlds. Victoria joins host Kerry Diamond to talk about her book, the wine world's Me Too moment, her new life as a mom and partner in the restaurant group behind the Cote Korean steakhouses in New York and Miami, and her partnership with Lenox. Thank you to Luke's Lobster for supporting this episode. Use promo code CHERRY15 for 15% off all products at lukeslobster.com through March 31.Radio Cherry Bombe is recorded at Newsstand Studios at Rockefeller Center in New York City. Our theme song is by the band Tra La La.Subscribe to our newsletter at cherrybombe.com/newsletter-signup. For past episodes and transcripts, visit cherrybombe.com/radio-cherry-bombeMore on Victoria: Instagram, Wine Girl, Cote NYC, WineEmpowered

And, now...for the SECOND installment of the "Finally Free" Series... I introduce to you... VICTORIA JAMES! Victoria is an LO Sister Ambassador, blogger, and a part of Maverick City Music's choir. With incredible wisdom that NEEDS to be heard on today's #ToBeHeardTuesday, tune in as we talk about the process of healing, the importance of being vulnerable, and God's willingness to fight for you through it all. Be sure to rate and leave a review if this conversation spoke to you! Also, don't forget to follow Victoria on Instagram, and check out her amazing and life-giving blog post she wrote for Live Original, titled, "In the Mess I Was Found."  Thanks so much for tuning in! We hope our conversation today blesses you. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Bshani Magazine Show (Issue 420) Victoria James - From Homeless Shelter To CEO

MENTAL HEALTH SERIES:Today we sit and talk with therapist, Victoria James, MS, LPC, NCC. She is the co owner and founder of Oklahoma Sex & Relationship Institute. We dive into what therapy does NOT look like, how to determine if your therapist is a good fit for you, and different therapy methods. It can be hard figuring out how therapy may work for you and take it from us, we know how it feels to have a bad experience with a therapist. It can really discourage you from ever going back. However, we will always believe that no matter what, your mental health matters, so please make the effort to try again. Your peace and well being matters so much. We hope these tools and resources will help you.If you would like to reach out to Victoria or interested in any of the suggested resources please consider the below information:Oklahoma Sex & Relationship Institute: info@oksri.com or (405) 906-2517 and soon to come oksri.com Or you can reach Victoria specifically at victoria@oksri.com or at toricounsels.com and on social media @toricounselswww.psychologytoday.comwww.therapyforblackgirls.comDon't forget to follow us on Instagram, Facebook and TikTok at @wineortequilapodcast; Twitter @wineortequila and/or email us at wineortequila@gmail.com.Rate, Review and Subscribe!

How are natural wines different from raw or clean wines? Why do natural wines provoke furious debates in the wine world? Why will you want to read our guest's new memoir that's hot off the press (pun intended)? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I'm chatting with Rachel Signer, who has just published a gripping, addictive memoir, You Had Me at Pet-Nat. You can find the wines we discussed at https://www.nataliemaclean.com/winepicks.   Highlights How did a trip to the Loire Valley give Rachel the impetus to start her magazine? What was it like to meet one of the most famous natural winemakers, Nicolas Joly? What role does sulphur play in winemaking? How does ageing differ for a no-sulphur-added wine? Why was living in Spain a life-changing experience for Rachel? Do you need formal training to be a serious wine professional? What is Rachel's approach to wine self-education? What are Rachel's top tips for getting the most out of your visit to a wine region? Why does natural wine provoke such strong debates in the wine world? How is Rachel helping bring new people into the world the natural wine? What makes the natural wine world a movement and a culture? Which criteria does Rachel use for natural wine in her magazine? How did a wild bus ride on a Georgian wine trip lead to Rachel meeting her winemaker husband? Why aren't Rachel's wines certified organic? Why does Rachel always have her copy of Ernest Hemingway's memoir with her?   Key Takeaways I usually summarize my take-aways, but today I'm going to share some reviews of Rachel's new memoir with you as I recommend it highly: "From Paris to Australia, Signer takes us on a gripping journey to reclaim her sense of self through the medium of the natural wine she loves so much. You Had Me at Pét-Nat is a reminder of the importance of rebirth, the restorative power of love, and the invigorating gifts of nature. A must read for bon vivants and explorers alike." — Victoria James, author of Wine Girl: The Obstacles, Humiliations, and Triumphs of America's Youngest Sommelier "I lean more toward Champagne than Pét-Nat, but Rachel Signer's addictive memoir drew me deep into the world of natural wine and into the company of its eccentric, obsessive and hedonistic citizens. Ultimately, though, it is Signer's personal journey, her search for love and identity, which makes this such a compelling and moving book." —Jay McInerney, author of Bright Lights, Big City and Bacchus and Me: Adventures in the Wine Cellar “Signer… takes readers on a movable feast… In this love letter to not only natural wines but also the community and ethos that sustain them, Signer shares her wine experiences, from working in a restaurant and wine shop to wine journalism and harvesting grapes, emphasizing both the traditions and environmental impact of vineyards and wine production…Her extensive journalistic experience shines through, and readers will learn never to look at a glass of wine again without considering the people pouring their hearts into every bottle.” —Booklist "You Had Me at Pét-Nat was like my favorite bottle of wine; I consumed it in one sitting. Dive head-first into the natural wine world with Rachel Signer to discover why these wines will deepen your pleasure as you meet the witty oddballs who make them. This is also the story of how one woman found healing and love when she finally let go of who she thought she should be and started living fully, wildly alive, as much as the wine in her glass." —Natalie MacLean, author of Red, White, and Drunk All Over and Unquenchable!   Watch Party Join me for the debut Watch Party of the video of this conversation that I'll be live-streaming for the very first time on Zoom on Wednesday, November 17th at 7 pm eastern. You can save your spot for free right here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_DfbS5Q6zQNC8dKwd_6svuA. I'll be jumping into the comments as we watch it together so that I can answer your questions in real-time. I want to hear from you! What's your opinion of what we're discussing? What takeaways or tips do you love most from this chat? What questions do you have that we didn't answer?   Giveaway You could win a one-year subscription to Pipette Magazine, a gorgeously illustrated magazine about natural wines.   How to Win All you need to do is comment on one of the posts on Instagram, Facebook or LinkedIn before 7 pm EDT on November 17th. I'll select the winner randomly from those who participate. You get a bonus entry for every wine-loving friend you tag and if you re-share this post in your stories. Good luck!   About Rachel Signer Rachel Signer is a wine writer originally from Virginia, now living in South Australia. She's written for numerous publications, including The Guardian, Vogue and Eater. She's also the publisher and founder of Pipette Magazine, an independent magazine about natural wines sold in over twenty countries. She makes natural wines with her husband in the Adelaide Hills under the labels Lucy M and Persephone Wines. Her fabulous memoir, You Had Me at Pet-Nat, has just been published by Hachette Books.     To learn more about the resources mentioned in this episode, visit https://www.nataliemaclean.com/151.

Join Kelli and Anne for their 184th NEW episode!   First Kelli and Anne catch you up on what they have been up to these last couple of weeks including seeing Sandra Bernhard live at City Winery NYC, starting the keto diet again, deciding when to do their Fall clothing change out, football season beginning and their loyalty to LSU and The Green Bay Packers, Kelli and her anxiety about going to the dentist and finally the new books they are reading including The Wine Girl by Victoria James and The Audacity Of A Kiss by Leslie Cohen. Their special guest today is author Susan Gayle. She has written her first novel, The Caves Of San Pietro. The book is a personal and beautifully written WWII story that dives deeply into the world of war, family, and the humanity that occurs during challenging times. Susan talks about the inspiration for this story, how she found the source materials when going through family heirlooms and what she hopes people will take away from looking back at the past. She talks about her process in writing the book and her plans to begin another novel. For information about where to meet the Author or to purchase the book go to www.Susan-Gayle.com or on Amazon.

Women in the drinks industry share their stories to try to change the way women are treated in pubs, clubs and bars. After many shared stories of harassment in craft breweries, the consensus is: enough is enough. Charlotte Cook, an experienced brewer, says the most important thing is to believe the stories, as some are being silenced by UK libel laws. Professor Chris Land from Anglia Ruskin University explains how certain workplaces can create unhealthy cultures, while bartender Nichola Bottomley says she was inspired to speak out after years of abuse working in pubs and bars. In the US, Victoria James, who was named the country's youngest sommelier at 21, has inspired other women working in wine to come together to speak out - and her book led to many responsible to resign. Becky Paskin, journalist and co-founder of Our Whisky, talks about the repercussions she faced after calling out sexism in the whisky industry. While Brad Cummings, co-founder of craft beer company Tiny Rebel tells us why it's no longer business as usual after the firm was called out by former employees online. (Images: Alcohol being poured. Art159 / Getty Images)

Over the past year, women working in different parts of the drinks industry have been sharing their stories and experiences to try to change the way women are treated. Most recently people working in craft brewing have been sharing their stories on social media - saying enough is enough. In this episode, Jaega Wise speaks to some of those about how we have got here - and what needs to change. She meets Charlotte Cook, an experienced brewer who says the most important thing now is to believe the stories, as some are being silenced by UK libel laws. Professor Chris Land from Anglia Ruskin University explains how certain workplaces can create unhealthy cultures, while bartender Nichola Bottomley says she was inspired to speak out after years of harassment working in pubs and bars. In the US, Victoria James, who was named the country's youngest sommelier at 21, tells Jaega about her book Wine Girl, and how it went on to inspire other women working in wine to come together to speak out, eventually leading to a number of resignations. Becky Paskin, journalist and co-founder of Our Whisky, talks about the repercussions she faced after calling out sexism in the whisky industry. While Brad Cummings, co-founder of craft beer company, Tiny Rebel tells Jaega what is changing at his business, after it was called out by former employees online. UKHospitality, which represents businesses in the industry says it's been working hard to tackle these issues and continues to work with members to promote a zero tolerance approach to harassment in the workplace by either fellow employees or customers. Presented by Jaega Wise Produced in Bristol by Natalie Donovan Photo Credit: Laura Hadland of www.thirstmedia.co.uk

MJ's guest today is Author, Sommelier and Restaurateur, Victoria James. As the Beverage Director and Partner at COTE in New York City and Miami, she recently received a second James Beard nomination for "Outstanding Wine Program." Victoria has worked in restaurants since she was thir­teen, falling in love with wine so much that at age twenty-one she became certified as a Sommelier. She has worked at some of the most prestigious restaurants in NYC including Marea and Aureole. Victoria's name has appeared in Forbes "30 Under 30," Food & Wine's "2018 Sommelier of the Year," Zagat's “30 Under 30,” Wine Enthusiast's “40 Under 40,” Wine & Spirits' “Best New Sommeliers,” and The Back Label declared her “New York's Youngest Sommelier.” Victoria, along with her husband Lyle Railsback, is the author of Drink Pink, A Celebration of Rosé (HarperCollins) and the international bestseller Wine Girl, The Obstacles, Humiliations, and Triumphs of America's Youngest Sommelier (Ecco/HarperCollins). Along with COTE's General Manager Amy Zhou and HR Director Cynthia Cheng, she founded Wine Empowered, a non-profit that aims to diversify the hospitality industry by offering tuition-free wine classes to women and minorities. In this episode, MJ and Victoria discuss Rose', sexism and racism in the restaurant industry, working with Anthony Bourdain's book editor (her dream editor), first job and life - and all the ups and downs that come along with it. Beauties and Gents, this is a full-bodied episode! Pour your favorite and let's get started.A huge thank you to Victoria James!Follow her on IG @victoria___jamesCheck out Wine Empowered: https://www.wine-empowered.comFollow them on IG @wineempowere This episode's in studio wines:Camins2Dreams Gruner VeltlinerSta. Rita HillsCalifornia_______________________________________________________________Until next time, cheers to the mavericks, philosophers, deep thinkers and wine drinkers! Don't forget to subscribe and be sure to give The Black Wine Guy Experience 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 @blackwineguy Thank you to our sponsor Acker Wines! Listeners of the show will receive $25 off purchases of $100 or more with code BWG25 at checkout. (Retail store only) Love this podcast? Love the cool content? Get a producer like mine by reaching out to the badass team at Necessary Media. www.necessarymediaproductions.com@necessary_media_ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Victoria James – Author and Beverage Director of COTE   Victoria has worked in restaurants since she was a kid, and fell in love with the hospitality industry along the way. At 21 she became the country's youngest certified sommelier and today she's the beverage director at Michelin-starred COTE in New York City. But there’s more to Victoria than her accomplishments as a top tastemaker. Her best-selling memoir “Wine Girl” traces her struggles that could have set her back, but didn't. She pushed ahead through the boys club of the hospitality industry, and now she's hoping to transform it. Today we speak about the restaurant experience, sexism and overcoming adversity.   Follow To Dine For: Official Website: ToDineForTV.com Facebook: Facebook.com/ToDineForTV Instagram: @ToDineForTV Twitter: @KateSullivanTV Email: ToDineForTV@gmail.com   Thank You to our Sponsors! American National Insurance Spiritless - Use promo code TODINEFOR for free shipping   Follow Our Guest: Official Site: VictoriaJames.info Instagram: @victoria___james Twitter: @GetUrGrapeOn  

Having gone through the most difficult period in history with an unprecedented shutdown during the Covid pandemic, restaurants and their sommeliers and beverage directors are in a new world and need to evolve.  Mia Van de Water MS, of Cote Korean Steakhouse and the United Sommeliers Foundation, explains everything that has happened in the world of wine and restaurants.  From the scandals at the Court of Master Sommeliers to the pivots restaurants have done during Covid to the work of the United Sommeliers Foundation, Mia takes us through the many evolutions and the future of sommeliers. Detailed Show Notes: A 20-year career in restaurants started in high schoolLearned how to talk about wine from distributor rep trainingsRead Setting the Table, worked at Union Square Cafe and North End Grill for 9 years, became sommelier and beverage director at North EndShe spent 3 years at Eleven Madison Park for the ultra-fine dining experienceDuring Covid - worked retail with Whole Foods and other retailNow works with Victoria James at Cote Korean SteakhouseBecame a Master Sommelier from the Court of Master Sommeliers (“CMS”) in 2018Part of the class that had to retake the tasting exam from the “Cheating” Scandal in Sept 2018“Cheating” Scandal was when an examiner released info via email about two wines on the exam to some candidates but was unsolicited, so candidates weren’t “cheating”She re-took the exam in Dec 2018 and passedBLM / sexual harassment scandals - has discouraged many people from taking the CMS routeCurrently on the Board of the CMSThe CMS started as a fraternal brotherhood of wine geeksToday - trying to re-orient the focus off the membership and onto the candidates -> building towards a better, more inclusive, safer, and a more engaging experienceThe definition of a beverage director and sommelierKey qualities - leadership and hospitalityService is a critical component of the job - should be excellent at bussing tables, running food, etc.…Job is to build relationships with guests, creating magical experiences from the beginning to the endThe Beverage director is also responsible for the financial health of the beverage program, which is the health of the restaurantPennsylvania - restaurants need to buy wine at the same price as consumers from the state liquor store -> has driven a lot of BYO“Dollars trump cost of goods”Mia’s strategy is to encourage people to buy more wine than they would otherwiseStill need a COGS engine, which is usually the BTG program (higher margin)Encourages people to purchase a bottlePre-2020 trends (more NY oriented)BTG prices had gone up substantiallyTons of new fancy, a la carte restaurants being openedEveryone needed a fancy craft cocktail programLarger wine listsMore floor sommeliersNatural wine was popularCovid pivotsCNN reported 110,000 (17%) restaurants closed in the US in 2020Bev to go: Retail bottle sales, wine by the glass in small bottles, blind tasting kitsThe United Sommeliers FoundationFounded by Chris Blanchard and Christie NormanAim to financially assist floor sommeliers during the restaurant shutdownExpanded to general wine and beverage industry folks in restaurantsRaised money via auctions and donations from people and wineriesRaised ~$1MTwo types of grants$500 base grants - granted to ~1,000 people, sized to avoid tax liability“Grand Cru Scholarships” - paid expenses directly to creditorsApplications still open for those in needHope to continue to live on post-pandemic -> in the process of trying to identify what the future purpose will beSommelier role going forwardEveryone needs to wear more hatsSomms need to become more financially savvy

It has been one whole year since Laura posted her first ever podcast episode! From living in Boston, graduating, and being in a long-term relationship to now living in NYC, working in advertising, and exploring single life & dating. Listen for tips on getting over a breakup, dating in a pandemic, and popping off featuring her roommate Rachel. Follow @okayguysitslaura for more fun Follow Rachel's NYC insta: @notnotanewyorker Books mentioned: -Four Winds by Kristen Hannah -Date-onomics by John Birger -Wine Girl by Victoria James

Hosted by Linda Gassenheimer Featuring Simon Kim, owner of the new Cote Korean Steakhouse Jacqueline Coleman and Victoria James, sommelier Cote Korean Steakhouse Restaurant news with Matt Meltzer Cindy Hutson and Delius Shirley, on their new restaurant La Tropical Caribbean Tapas

Summary: This week we're watching one of the most powerful and moving films we've seen in recent memory: Ma Rainey's Black Bottom. Also discussed: blues music, the plays of August Wilson, and Chani Nicholson's book, You Were Born For This.    Show notes:   You're Wrong About Podcast - Quarantine Deep Dive: Jessica Simpson's "Open Book"    Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom and the Liberating Power of Music (Atlantic)   Recommendations: Andrea W.: You Were Born For This by Chani Nicholson (book or audiobook) Andrea G.: Ma Rainey's Black Bottom: A Legacy Brought To Screen (Netflix documentary) Lisa:  Wine Girl by Victoria James (book) Music credits: "Flutterbee" by Podington Bear From Free Music Archive  CC BY 3.0   Theme song "Pyro Flow" by Kevin Macleod From Incompetch CC BY 3.0 Intro bed: "OLPC" by Marco Raaphorst Courtesy of Free Music Archive CC BY-SA 3.0 NL   Pop This! Links: Pop This! on TumblrPop This! on iTunes (please consider reviewing and rating us!) Pop This! on Stitcher (please consider reviewing and rating us!) Pop This! on Google PlayPop This! on TuneIn radioPop This! on TwitterPop This! on Instagram Logo design by Samantha Smith Pop This! is two women talking about pop culture. Lisa Christiansen is a broadcaster, journalist and longtime metal head. Andrea Warner is a music critic, author and former horoscopes columnist. Press play and come hang out with your two new best friends. Pop This! podcast is produced by Andrea Gin.  

In this episode, two headhunters discuss recruiting. During 1998, Victoria James and Dan Smolen both entered the executive recruiting field. After 20 years, Dan moved on to future of work thought-leadership and podcasting, However, Victoria still enjoys a great run in placing executive-level candidates. Victoria is the founder and president of Victoria James Executive Search. Her company is a nationally recognized recruitment firm that places top marketing and sales executives across the U.S. Victoria relies on finely tuned consultative sales skill to draw top candidates into great executive roles. In this episode, Victoria describes: Being a successful female executive in a male-dominated culture. Starts at 2:10 The events that led to her surprising headhunting career-pivot. Starts at 5:28 The critical importance of well-written candidate résumés. Starts at 16:44 How technology, and LinkedIn, have transformed headhunting. Starts at 21:46 The success that she enjoys in working from home. Starts at 23:34 On knowing when to leave a job, Victoria says: "Sometimes, you just [meet up with someone and] don't hit it off, no matter what you do or how good you are. That's a signal for most people to start thinking about another environment." When these two headhunters discuss recruiting, listeners can discover valuable insight that they can use to find and do meaningful work. About our guest: Victoria James earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Bloomfield College and an MBA from Baruch College’s Zicklin School of Business. She and her company are based in South Kent, Connecticut. EPISODE DATE: November 27, 2020 Social Media: – Facebook – LinkedIn – Twitter – Victoria James Executive Search Website – Featured Blog Post: Tackling the Work from Home Dilemma (Again) Please Subscribe to The Dan Smolen Podcast on: – Apple Podcast – Android – Google Podcasts – Pandora – Spotify – Stitcher – TuneIn …or wherever you get your podcasts. You may also click HERE to receive our podcast episodes by email. Image credits: Job candidate with mask, Drazen Zigic for iStock Photo; Victoria James Portrait, Victoria James Executive Search, Inc.; Podcast button, J. Brandt Studio for The Dan Smolen Experience.

In our 16th episode, we speak with Kristen Bieler, Editor in Chief of SevenFifty Daily and Beverage Media. Kristen brings more than 20 years of beverage experience to her readers.⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣Tune in to hear this expert on all things related to the business of spirits, cocktails, beer and wine share her thoughts on:⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣1) How SevenFifty Daily and Beverage Media’s merger has created a formidable audience of 140,000 trade members across all three tiers of the industry.⁣⁣⁣⁣2) Why personality-driven pitches should be illustrative of broader, timely topics.⁣⁣⁣⁣3) Why regionality, e-commerce, premiumization and a renewed interest in discovery will continue to be trends to watch.⁣⁣⁣⁣4) How beverage science articles are popular with her readership.⁣⁣⁣⁣5) How the bar pros in the “Bartenders to Watch” feature are chosen.⁣⁣⁣⁣6) Why practical how-tos, like starting a spirits brand without a distillery or launching a line of canned cocktails, get her attention.⁣⁣⁣⁣7) How the pandemic is creating an opportunity for the hospitality industry to reimagine itself in a more balanced and equitable way.⁣⁣⁣⁣8) What lessons can be learned from South Africa to help create sustainable diversity in the U.S. wine scene.⁣⁣⁣⁣9) Why large-scale trade events, like VinItaly, VinExpo and ProWein, are ultimately irreplaceable, even in the Zoom era.⁣⁣⁣⁣Kristen also answers a listener question from Anthony Baker, cocktail professor at Momentum Mixology, who wants to know if she foresees a reversal of the tariffs that have been so damaging to the beverage trade.⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣Connect with Kristen via email at editor@sevenfifty.com and on Instagram at @bielerkristen. ⁣⁣⁣In this week’s “HLC Innovation Report,” we feature:⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣#1: What We Are Reading This Week - Our agency celebrates book authors we admire through our #AskTheAuthor series. This week, we are reading “Wine Girl” by Victoria James. Check out @hlcbookmedia on Instagram for our interview on how Victoria and Ecco Books/HarperCollins brought her compelling book to life (https://bit.ly/3fz1ihJ ).⁣⁣⁣⁣#2: Who We Are Honoring This Week - Conley Fitzpatrick, Chief Marketing Officer of 21 Seeds Tequila (https://www.21seeds.com/), whose motto is “Vision without action is a daydream.” Each week, we celebrate pioneering women via our digital channels, so check out www.hannaleecommunications.com for over 250 women’s words of wisdom.⁣⁣⁣#3: Who We Are Celebrating This Week - Kate Hudson. She inspires us as Goodwill Ambassador for the United Nations World Food Program that provides assistance to more than 90 million people in more than 80 countries (https://www.wfpusa.org/).⁣⁣⁣#4: What Podcast We Are Listening to This Week - “Post Shift with Shawn Soole.” Shawn recently interviewed Charles Gibb, CEO of Fever-Tree North America. Listen to this 30-year beverage veteran on his globetrotting career, the importance of mixers and how he is leading Fever-Tree USA during the pandemic (https://apple.co/3l4iTiI). ⁣⁣⁣#5: Who Is Inspiring Us - Tobin Ellis of Barmagic in Las Vegas. This star bartender launched the Hospitality Relief Dashboard, a portal of support for the hospitality industry with more than 700 helpful resource links via an interactive map (https://www.barmagic.com/relief). ⁣⁣⁣Follow “Hospitality Forward” Podcast hosts Hanna Lee at @hannaleeny, Michael Anstendig at @michaelanstendig and our agency @hannaleepr on Instagram.⁣ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Sicuramente l'episodio piu' difficile da registrare: oggi parliamo della cultura sessista nel mondo del vino e delle vessazioni che la maggior parte delle donne subisce, situazioni talmente comuni che noi stesse donne arriviamo a minimizzarle e considerarle "normali", ma che alimentano una cultura subdola e sbagliata secondo cui il sesso femminile non ha lo stesso peso professionale di quello maschile o secondo cui l'aspetto fisico e' la prima qualità di una donna. Nel mondo del vino questo e' ahimè ancora troppo diffuso. Nei 7 anni di carriera nel mondo del vino negli Usa e sui social ho collezionato episodi e situazioni anche gravi e spiacevoli che ho sempre archiviato in nome del mantra "se vali e lavori duro arriverai comunque dove ti sei prefissata di arrivare". E' molto vero, ma se non denunciamo le ingiustizie la cultura sessista non verrà mai accantonata e continuerà ad insinuarsi dove può, dove nessuno la nota più, dove viene minimizzata. Per questo scelgo di non nascondere la testa sotto la sabbia e mi confido in questo podcast. Se volete leggere il blog post dove  racconto tutto ecco il linkhttps://theitalianwinegirl.com/women-and-the-wine-industry-what-it-is-not-ok-spilling-it-out/ Il libro che cito alla fine del podcast e' Wine Girl, di Victoria James. Il mio libro invece si intitola Come il Vino ti cambia la vita e lo trovate qui:www.comeilvinoticambialavita.com Mi trovate come @theitalianwinegirl su tutti i social. ' 

Victoria James is an award-winning Sommelier and Beverage Director at Michelin starred Cote Korean Steakhouse in NYC. Victoria's road to success was not an easy one as documented in her new memoir “Wine Girl” The Obstacles, Humiliations, and Triumphs of America's Youngest Sommelier”. It is an intense story of a childhood plagued by poverty, neglect, and abuse, and ultimately her ascension into the wine world as a woman. Victoria's life was shaped by guys like Antonio, Cisco, Frankie, Enzo and Reynard, and women that were Countess's and Cotton Pickers.  Buckle up for a wild ride.Heritage Radio Network is a listener supported nonprofit podcast network. Support The Grape Nation by becoming a member!The Grape Nation is Powered by Simplecast.  

Today we have a fun bookish guest Jenn from the Instagram account  JennsBookVibes. In this interview, we chat about all things indie romances. Today’s recommendations are perfect for you if you have Kindle Unlimited.    BOOKS RECOMMENDED: A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas - https://amzn.to/3lvLO0H The Simple Wild by KA Tucker - https://amzn.to/2EDtVMQ RS Grey - https://amzn.to/3lwaZAf K Bromberg - https://amzn.to/3lwaZAf A Girl like Lilac by Victoria James - https://amzn.to/2YHZgov Beneath the Stars by Emily McIntyre - https://amzn.to/31DQnhB Her Life an Album series LJ Evans -https://amzn.to/3gMrNzb LJ Shen - https://amzn.to/3jyzBqp Meagan Brandy -  https://amzn.to/2Evsyjp Bleeding Stars series by AL Jackson - https://amzn.to/31GzNNZ What’s left of me by Kristen Grenata - https://amzn.to/2QCmt6X Legacy by Laura Pavlov - https://amzn.to/2ENk8Ug Knox by Prescott Lane - https://amzn.to/31EuU8i The girl in the love song by Emma Scott - https://amzn.to/32Gm1u2 Addicted series and Calloways series by Krista and Becca Ritchie - https://amzn.to/3hVgXIV Max Monroe - https://amzn.to/31DvG5o Emma Chase - https://amzn.to/3lr7HhL Coldhearted Heir by Michelle Herd - https://amzn.to/34NV6iO Sweet Surrender by Sav Miller - https://amzn.to/2EKmwev Entice by Ava Harrison - https://amzn.to/32GRQCT Heart Bones by Colleen Hoover - https://amzn.to/2EEHlYZ The Villain by LJ Shen Out of Love by Jewel E. Ann When you come back to me by Emma Scott My Life as Holiday Album by LJ Evans - https://amzn.to/2Evtog3 CONNECT WITH JENN  Instagram  Goodreads    JOIN PATREON COMMUNITY  Get weekly romance recommendations, early access to author interviews and exclusive Patreon audio series by joining the Patreon community. Monthly perks start at $1  a month. Want to join the fun? Sign up today; https://bit.ly/WTRNRomanceBookClub   FROLIC PODCAST NETWORK  What to Read Next Podcast is part of the Frolic Podcast Network. You can find more outstanding podcasts to subscribe to at Frolic.media/podcasts!    AMAZON AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE If you purchase a book through my Amazon link, I will receive a commission at no cost to you that will help cover the cost of the podcast    CONNECT WITH LAURA YAMIN  WhattoReadNextBlog.com  Instagram  Goodreads Twitter

Victoria James narrates her inside account of her remarkable rise to prominence as a sommelier in New York’s fine dining world. Host Jo Reed and AudioFile contributor Alan Minskoff discuss how James became the youngest sommelier in the U.S. at age 21, and her earnest and persuasive narration as she tells her story. Despite exploitation, harassment, and abuse, she perseveres and prevails, all while giving listeners an inside peek at the world of fine dining. Published by Harper Audio Find more audiobook recommendations at audiofilemagazine.com Support for Behind the Mic comes from Dreamscape Media, your library-first publisher who prides themselves on offering high-quality and accessible entertainment for the entire family. Dreamscape is passionate about their content and continually strives for excellence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Victoria James is the author of Wine Girl: The Obstacles, Humiliations, and Triumphs of America's Youngest Sommelier, her coming-of-age story in the wine world. Victoria has worked in restaurants since she was thirteen and was certified as a sommelier when she was twenty-one. She was Food & Wine's Sommelier of the Year in 2018 and has appeared on both Forbes and Zagat's "30 Under 30" lists. She's worked at some of the most prestigious restaurants in New York City and is currently a partner and beverage director at Cote, a Michelin-starred hotspot, and cofounder of Wine Empowered, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that aims to diversify the hospitality industry by offering tuition-free wine classes to women and minorities. I loved talking to Victoria about how hospitality has represented so much to her - irreplaceable community and culture, but also sexism and disciminartion - and how she can use her story to help other people navigate the restaurant industry.    

Jacki will interview Victoria James, who was the youngest Michelin-starred Sommelier in America, alongside her wine industry husband Lyle Railsback. They'll chat about how this wine power couple met, their dreamy wedding in a real-life Italian castle, and what advice they would give to couples getting married now. 

What’s it like serving wine to celebrities like Mariah Carey, Jay-Z, Beyonce and Miley Cyrus? How is being a sommelier different when you work at a Michelin-starred restaurant, especially when you're just 21 years old? Why is the wine world still largely an old boys club and how does that impact the wines you drink? Which shocking ingredients might you find in some non-organic wines? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, we're chatting with Victoria James, author, restauranteur and the youngest person in the world to pass the certified sommelier exam with the Court of Master Sommeliers. Highlights What’s it like managing celebrity clientele while working in the upscale restaurant industry? What was the most expensive bottle of wine Victoria has ever sold? Why was Victoria's Christmas season encounter with Mariah Carey so bizarre? How can you build yourself up and create your own sense of importance? Which shocking ingredients might you find in some non-organic wines? What is it like for you to work at a Michelin starred restaurant at 21 years old? Why did Victoria want to reclaim the term “wine girl”? How did the Me Too Movement play a role in getting Wine Girl written? Was Victoria aware of the impact Wine Girl would make, especially on women? Why did Victoria decide to write her memoir even though she’s still in her 20s? Will you see people’s real names in Victoria's memoir? How has Wine Girl positively impacted readers? Why were the potential negative implications of putting her story out there were totally worth it for Victoria? What type of insidious effects do women in the wine and restaurant worlds often experience after going public with their stories? Is diversity well-represented in the wine and restaurant industries? What is the impact on you as a restaurant diner when wine lists are curated by the old boys’ club? What will you learn about rosé from reading Drink Pink? How is COTE restaurant adapting to changes caused by the pandemic? What new wine experiences can you have when you order COTE for delivery? How can you keep yourself from going stir-crazy while sheltering in place? What new innovations will you experience with a book tour during the pandemic? About Victoria James Victoria James is the Beverage Director and Partner at COTE and recently received a James Beard nomination for "Outstanding Wine Program." She has worked in restaurants since she was thir­teen, fell in love with wine and when she was twenty-one became certified as a sommelier. She has worked at some of the most prestigious restaurants in New York City including Marea and Aureole. Victoria’s name has appeared on many no­table lists: Forbes "30 Under 30," Food & Wine's "2018 Sommelier of the Year," Zagat’s “30 Under 30,” Wine Enthusiast’s “40 Under 40,” Wine & Spirits’ “Best New Sommeliers,” and The Back Label declared her “New York’s Youngest Sommelier.” She is the author of DRINK PINK, A Celebration of Rosé (2017, HarperCollins) and the upcoming book WINE GIRL (March 2020, Ecco/HarperCollins). She also has a print column for Forbes magazine, "Buy, Hold, Sell," and has contributed to Cosmopolitan, Munchies and Bon Appétit. Along with COTE's General Manager (Amy Zhou) and Events Director (Cynthia Cheng), she has founded WINE EMPOWERED, a non-profit that aims to diversify the hospitality industry by offering free wine classes to women and minorities.   To learn more about the resources mentioned in this episode, visit the https://www.nataliemaclean.com/76.

This week is exciting! I possibly say that every week but this week the drunk dial is "Wine Girl" author and sommelier Victoria James! In addition, we have poll results and a review of "Uncorked". The wine of the week is a Grenache/Syrah/Cinsault blend from Terraces de Larzac by Domaine de la Reserve de l'O from another woman wine maker! Pop a bottle, drink along! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

An affecting memoir from the country’s youngest sommelier, tracing her path through the glamorous but famously toxic restaurant world At just twenty-one, the age when most people are starting to drink (well, legally at least), Victoria James became the country’s youngest sommelier at a Michelin-starred restaurant. Even as Victoria was selling bottles worth hundreds and thousands of dollars during the day, passing sommelier certification exams with flying colors, and receiving distinction from all kinds of press, there were still groping patrons, bosses who abused their role and status, and a trip to the hospital emergency room. It would take hitting bottom at a new restaurant and restorative trips to the vineyards where she could feel closest to the wine she loved for Victoria to re-emerge, clear-eyed and passionate, and a proud leader of her own Michelin-starred restaurant. Exhilarating and inspiring, Wine Girl is the memoir of a young woman breaking free from an abusive and traumatic childhood on her own terms; an ethnography of the glittering, high-octane, but notoriously corrosive restaurant industry; and above all, a love letter to the restorative and life-changing effects of good wine and good hospitality.

Two headhunters on executive recruiting, and the rewarding experience of helping people connect with work and career. About this episode with two headhunters on executive recruiting: Listeners of The Tightrope Podcast know that Dan Smolen successfully managed a 20-year run in executive recruiting—a career act that happened because of our guest, Victoria James. She is the founder and president of Victoria James Executive Search, a nationally recognized and respected recruitment firm that places top executives in the digital marketing services space. Before she became a headhunter, Victoria enjoyed a successful sales and management career supporting major marketing services companies. Also: Dan describes reading, and listening to on Audible, Disney CEO Bob Iger's inspiring new biography, The Ride of a Lifetime. About our guest: A native of Newark, New Jersey, Victoria James earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Bloomfield College and an MBA from Baruch College's Zicklin School of Business. She and her company are based in South Kent, Connecticut. EPISODE DATE: February 7, 2020 Social Media: - Facebook - LinkedIn - Twitter - Victoria James Executive Search Website - Featured Blog Post: Tackling the Work from Home Dilemma (Again) Please Subscribe to the podcast on: – Apple Podcast – Android – Google Podcasts – Pandora – Spotify – Stitcher – TuneIn …or wherever you get your podcasts. You may also click HERE to receive our podcast episodes by email. Image credits: Seated job-seeker, iStock Photo, Portrait, Victoria James. 

Adam and Zach are joined by acclaimed wine director and author Victoria James to discuss sexism, exploitation, and a profound lack of diversity in the wine world, particularly in fine dining. James is the beverage director at New York City's Cote, the author of "Drink Pink" and the upcoming "Wine Girl," available for pre-order now, and you can read her piece on this subject here. Please remember to like, subscribe to, rate, and review VinePair wherever you get your podcasts, and send any questions, comments, critiques, or suggestions to podcast@vinepair.com. Thanks for listening, and cheers! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Humans have the capacity to savor, to isolate subtleties in flavors and aromas, to literally appreciate that which nourishes us. But most of us never slow down enough to take it all in. So, what does meal-time awareness look like? And what can we learn from Sommeliers? Featured: A blind taste-test with Victoria James, via SevenFifty Daily Supertasters Inner Engineering by Sadhguru We'd love to know what is catching your attention and shaping your life these days. Call in and leave us a message. Your story might be featured on the show! Call 248-702-4646  

Excited to have as my guest host, Victoria James, founder of Mindflowers, in the studio with us to talk about self-importance and how mastering it will boost your authentic happiness by a factor of 10.

Whether Valentine’s Day is your favorite winter holiday or you avoid it like the plague, there’s no debating it’s a big day for the world of food and hospitality. This week we’re bringing you the inside scoop on what the holiday means for the industry. We visit a dessert bar trying to avoid the clichés of champagne and chocolate and investigate how the holiday’s hues are affecting rosé sales. We get to the bottom of a rumor about diamonds (but not the ones you're thinking of), and explore the benefits of peanut punch, a Caribbean aphrodisiac. This program is supported, in part, by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council. Meat + Three is powered by Simplecast.

Victoria James started working in restaurants when she was thirteen, dropped out of college at nineteen, became the youngest sommelier in the U.S. at twenty-one, and is currently the Beverage Director and a partner at Cote Korean Steakhouse in NYC. Her trajectory has been fierce and fast and her love of wine has kept her reaching further. On this episode of Speaking Broadly, James tells host Dana Cowin about the harassment she experienced as an insecure young woman just starting out in the industry, overcoming her fear of being considered a dilettante if she wrote a book on rosé (she committed to going deep into quality, artisanal wines), and her plans for changing the hospitality industry into a healthier and more diverse environment. Speaking Broadly is powered by Simplecast

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Another poisoning incident involving a nerve agent has occurred in Salisbury, this time though the affected couple are not linked to government or russia who deny involvement. Dr Andrew Foxall from the Henry Jackson Society gives his viewpoint on this. It turns out, you CAN get up 'on the wrong side of the bed'- according to a US study. Life coach Victoria James explains why; and flying ant season kicked in yesterday, especially on centre court, we get an update on this and the week in Wimbledon so far with Talksport's Rupert Bell. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Top Sommelier Victoria James, author, "Drink Pink," advises discerning customers about which wines to pair with their meals at Cote NYC. She shares tips for choosing wines on a restaurant list, selecting lower ABV wines for summer imbibing and different rosé styles. A breast cancer diagnosis doesn't always start with a lump in the breast as Janet Maker learned. In "A Thinking Woman's Guide to Breast Cancer" she shares her journey, why being your best health advocate matters and other insights.This show is broadcast live on Wednesday's at 12PM ET on W4WN Radio – The Women 4 Women Network (www.w4wn.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network (http://www.talk4media.com/).

This week on In the Drink, Joe sits down with Cote Beverage Director and rosé aficionado, Victoria James, to talk about what's good -- and what's bad -- in the world of pink wine. Victoria got an early start in the restaurant business at the age of 13, blazing her path as a server, bartender, and sommelier at Harry’s at Hanover Square, Aureole, Morini and Piora before becoming Beverage Director at Cote in NYC. She became a Certified Sommelier at age 21, has been named a Wine and Spirits “Best New Sommelier”, Forbes and Zagat’s “30 Under 30” and a Wine Enthusiast “40 Under 40 Tastemaker.” Victoria is also the author of Drink Pink: A Celebration of Rose, and a contributor to Cosmopolitan, Munchies and The Daily Meal. In the Drink is powered by Simplecast

Victoria James got an early start in the restaurant biz at 13. She blazed her path as a server, bartender, and sommelier working at Harry's at Hanover Square, Aureole, Morini, Piora, and now as Beverage Director at Cote in NYC. Victoria became a Certified Sommelier at age 21, has been named a Wine and Spirits "Best New Sommelier", Forbes and Zagat's "30 Under 30" and a Wine Enthusiast "40 Under 40 Tastemaker". Victoria James is a Rose evangelist and author of "Drink Pink: A Celebration of Rose", published last May. The Grape Nation is powered by Simplecast

Rosé wines are finally getting some respect says NYC Sommelier Victoria James, Beverage Director at Piora and Cote. She discusses the growing appeal of rosé wines, different styles and production methods from her book, Drink Pink: A Celebration of Rosé. Chef Carlos Swepson, owner of Boulevard Bistro in Harlem, talks about his culinary mentors including his grandmother in Natchez, MS, who inspired his Southern comfort cuisine. He shares tips on making his popular biscuits and fried chicken.This show is broadcast live on Wednesday's at 2PM ET on W4CY Radio – (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network (http://www.talk4media.com/).

Victoria James is the Wine Director of Piora restaurant, in New York City's West Village, and the co-author of "Drink Pink: A Celebration of Rosé". Victoria discusses her shift from diner waitress to fine dining sommelier, and opens up about the process of co-authoring a book with a new boyfriend. This episode will take you to all sorts of unexpected places, including Piemonte's Saluzzo, a lunch table in Provence, into a legendary Lower Manhattan wine cellar, and ringside for a knife fight at a Greek diner.

This week on Food Talk with Mike Colameco, sommeliers Victoria James and Lyle Railsback join Mike in studio to talk about wine. Victoria became certified as a sommelier with the Court of Master Sommeliers in 2012 when she was just twenty and won the Ruinart Sommelier Competition and Best Sommelier of the Languedoc Roussillion Competition. Sales manager of Kermit Lynch Wine Importers, Lyle is a wine expert leading regional sales of a terrific portfolio of Italian and French wines.

Senior Digital Editor Jameson Fink tags along with Victoria James of New York City’s Piora as she navigates the ins and outs of a restaurant on a Friday from morning to night.   

Piora Wine Director Victoria James has worked in restaurants since she was just thirteen. While bartending during college, she took her first wine course and was instantly hooked. In 2011, she worked harvest for Michael Terien in Sonoma and then continued her studies with the American Sommelier Association in Viticulture and Vinification, as well as Blind Tasting.
 She became certified as a Sommelier with the Court of Master Sommeliers in 2012 when she was just twenty one. Victoria joined the Piora team in the fall of 2015. She oversees the Michelin-starred wine list featuring 400 labels from small producers in Italy, France and the United States with a special focus on Champagne and Switzerland. Here she has been named Forbes '10 innovators under 30 shaking up the NY food scene' as well as 'New York's Youngest Sommelier' by The Back Label Magazine, Wine Enthusiast's 'a 40 under 40 tastemaker of 2016' and Wine & Spirits Magazine's '2016 Best New Sommelier.'

Kirsty Lang talks to Adrian Lester who stars in Undercover, the new legal thriller on BBC1 written by former barrister Peter Moffat.As part of our Shakespeare's People series, leading scholar James Shapiro chooses one of the playwright's smallest roles, the First Servant in King Lear.Hannah McGill reviews Victoria, the acclaimed new German film shot in one long take. As Radio 4's Home Front hides Shakespeare quotes in its scripts, Kirsty talks to writer Sebastian Baczkiewicz and historian Sophie Duncan, who looks at how Shakespeare's 300th anniversary was marked during World War I.Plus Eric Berlin, winner of the National Poetry Competition.

Food Talk is back for the 2016 radio season and host Mike Colameco sits down with three all-star guests: Victoria James, Saori Kawano & Don Gabor, and Michael Madrigale. Victoria James started working in restaurants when she was thirteen and fell in love with the industry. When bar tending during
 college she decided to take her first wine course, and the hook was instant! Becoming  a cellar-hand in downtown Manhattan at Harry’s
Cafe and Steak, in 2011 she worked harvest for Michael Terien in
 Sonoma and continued her studies with the American Sommelier 
Association in Viticulture and Vinification as well as Blind Tasting.
 She became certified as a Sommelier with the Court of Master Sommeliers in 2012 and has worked at the likes of Aureole, and is now at Piora in the West Village. Saori Kawano is the founder and president of Korin Japanese Trading Corp. She moved to New York from Japan in 1978 to pursue her lifelong dream of bringing Japanese knives and tableware into American restaurants and homes. She and Don Gabor co-authored the book “Chef’s Choice,” a collection of mini memoirs, featuring 22 culinary masters telling who and what motivated them to become chefs. They describe early career influences, training, favorite Japanese ingredients, tools, and the pivotal role Japanese food culture has played in their cuisine and professional development. Michael Madrigale hails from a Philadelphia area family whose five butcher shops and shared love of eating well left their mark. His food-centric Italian-American upbringing clearly prepared him for a life in restaurants. Now Head Sommelier at Bar Boulud, he headed to New York City after graduating from La Salle University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing. Michael initially waited tables while looking for a job that would start him on his career path. At the time, he found himself gravitating toward the wine cellar, eager to learn more about the vintages he was pouring. “I could smell the differences in the wines,” he says. This show was brought to you by Colavita and Bourdeaux.

ROMANCE IN MY RAMBLER by David Bourbon Romance in My Rambler is the first in The Class President Series.  It’s the story of a “Baby Boomer” coming of age amidst the upheavals of the 1950s and 1960s.  David Bourbon learns about life and death at age five.  He grows up like other baby boomers in an era of tremendous change—The … Read more about this episode...