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This week we talk about the European Union, India, and tariffs.We also discuss trade barriers, free trade, and dumping.Recommended Book: The Kill Chain by Christian BroseTranscriptA free trade agreement, sometimes called a free trade treaty, is a law that reduces the cost and regulatory burden of trading between two or more states.There are many theories as to the ideal way to do international trade, with some economists and politicians positing that complete free and open trade is the way to go, because it allows goods and services to cross borders completely unencumbered, which in turn allows businesses in different countries to really lean into whatever they're good at, selling their cars to countries that are less good at making cars, while that recipient country produces soy beans or computer chips or whatever they're good at making, and sending those in the other direction, likewise unburdened by stiff tariffs or regulatory hurdles. Each country can thus produce the best product cheapest and sell it to the market where their products are in high-demand, while they, in turn, benefit from the same when it comes to other products and services.This theory leans on the idea that everyone is better off when everyone does what they're best at, rather than trying to do everything—specialization. But those who oppose this conception of international trade argue that this creates and reinforces asymmetries between different nations and businesses: a country that's really good at producing soybeans may be at a substantial disadvantage if the country that makes cars ever decides to go to war, because they won't have the existing infrastructure to build tanks or drones or whatever else, while the country that specializes in computer chips might hold all the cards when it comes to generating economic pressure against its enemies or would-be enemies, because such chips are in everything these days, from military hardware to kitchen appliances.This also creates potential frailties for countries that specialize in, say, buggy whips, only to have a new technology like the automobile come around and put a significant chunk of their total economy out of business.This theory may also leave local businesses that don't lean into a regional strength kind of in the lurch. If a country with a decent-sized automobile industry decides leaves their borders completely open to international competition, there's a chance that could light a fire under those local producers, forcing them to become more competitive, but there's also a chance it could collapse the market for local offerings—their cars might no longer be desirable, because the international stuff flooding across the borders from a nation that has heavily prioritized making cars are just so much better and cheaper, whether naturally or artificially, because of subsidies by that foreign government meant to help them take out international competition.This is why most nations have all sorts of tariffs, regulations, and other trade barriers erected between them and their trading partners, and why those trade barriers are ultra-specific, different for every single possible trade partner. The goal is to make international options less appealing by making them more expensive, or making it trickier for foreign competition to smoothly and quickly get their products on your shelves, while still making those things available in a volume that aligns with local consumer demands. And then ideally making it easier and cheaper for your stuff to get on their shelves.The negotiation of all this is massively complicated because Country A might want to favor their soybean farmers, who are an important voting bloc, and Country B might want to do the same for their car industry, because tax income from that industry is vital, and these two governments will thus do what they can to ensure their favored local industries and businesses have the biggest leg-up possible in as many foreign markets as possible, without giving away so much to their trade partners that they create worse situations for other industries and businesses (and the people who run them) on the home-front, as a consequence.What I'd like to talk about today is a recent, massive and potentially quite vital trade deal that was struck in early 2026, and what it might mean for global trade.—At the tail-end of January 2026, the European Commission announced that they had struck what they called “the mother of all deals” with India, this deal the culmination of two decades worth of negotiation, its tenets impacting about 2 billion people and around a quarter of the world's total GDP.The agreement, as is the case with most such agreements, is fairly complex. But in essence it reduces or eliminates tariffs on 96.6% of all EU goods exported to India, which means about 4 billion euros of annual duties that would have otherwise been paid on European products in India will disappear—a savings for Indian consumers, and a boon for European producers whose products will now be cheaper in India.This is expected to be especially beneficial for European automakers like Volkswagen, Renault, and BMW, which have long been weighed down by a 110% tariff in India; that tariff will be reduced to as little as 10% on the first 250,000 vehicles sold, following this agreement. Lower priced vehicles will still face higher tariffs, to help protect India's local carmakers, but electric vehicles will benefit from a five-year grace period, as India has been focusing on allowing as many cheap, renewable energy assets and infrastructure into the country as possible, regardless of where they come from.Tariffs on machinery, chemicals, and pharmaceuticals coming from the EU will be almost entirely eliminated, down from tariff rates of 44, 22, and 11%, respectively. Wine, which has long been tariffed at a rate of 150%, will be cut to between 20-30% for many varieties, and spirits from the EU coming into India will see 150% tariffs cut to 40%.On the other side of this deal, the EU will also open its market to Indian goods, reducing tariffs on about 99.5% of all such goods, including seafood, textiles, gems and jewelry, leather goods, plastic products, and toys. Several of these categories, like Indian seafood, textile-making, and other labor-intensive industries, have had a rough time of late, because of high US tariffs enforced by President Trump's second administration, so this is being seen as a significant win for them in particular.Interestingly, while the reduction in trade barriers is substantial here, and the number of people and industries, and amount of money that's involved is massive, this deal doesn't include, and in some cases explicitly excludes, any agreements related to labor rights, climate commitment, or environmental standards.This means that while the European Union has thus far been pretty strict in terms of ensuring incoming products align with their policies and values regarding things like carbon emissions and ensuring goods aren't produced by people laboring in slave-like conditions, this deal falls short of such enforcements, allowing India to operate with relative impunity, with regards to those issues, at least, and still sell with dramatically reduced barriers, on the European market. That's a big deal, and is perhaps the biggest indicator of just how badly the EU wanted to make this deal work.The EU was also able to keep significant protections in place for important local sectors like beef and chicken, dairy, rice, and sugar—all industries in which India would have liked to compete in the EU, but which, because of those maintained barriers, they practically can't. That would likely have been a feverishly negotiated topic, and it's likely an indicator of how much India wanted this to work, too.On that note, both India and the EU were apparently especially interested in making this multi-decade deal work, now, because of increasing pressure from China on one side and the US on the other.China has been rerouting many of its cheap products that would have previously gone to the US market, elsewhere, engaging in what's often called ‘dumping' which slowly but surely puts businesses that produce comparable products at a profit in those local target markets out of business, at which point these Chinese companies can then ratchet up their prices and profits, operating without real competition.The EU and India have both been targeted by Chinese companies taking this approach, because they're still producing at a feverish pace and because of US tariffs and the general unpredictability and irregularity of US policy overall under the second Trump administration, they've been firing that cheap product cannon more intensely at other large markets, instead—and India and the EU are the next two big markets in line right now, after the US and China.On the US side of things, those same tariffs have been hurting companies in both the EU and India that would otherwise been shipping their goods to the rich and spendy US market, and in many cases these tariffs have been fine-tuned to hurt important local industries as much as possible, because that's one of Trump's main negotiating tactics: lead with pain and then negotiate to take some of the pain away.This deal, then, serves multiple purposes in that it creates a valuable, newly polished trade relationship between a rich and powerful existing bloc and the newly most-populous country on the planet, which is also rapidly expanding economically and geopolitically.One last point to note, here, though, is that the European Union has been trying to create these sorts of mutually beneficial deals with non-US partners for a while, now, and the two most recent wins, trade deals with a South American trade bloc and with Indonesia, in early January 2026 and in September of 2025, respectively, have borne mixed results.The deal with Indonesia seems to be moving forward apace, and while it's a heck of a lot smaller than the India deal, only worth about 27 billion euros, that's still important, as Indonesia is increasingly important, both economically and geopolitically, especially in a Southeast Asia that's slowly reinforcing itself against China's economically and potentially militarily expansionist tendencies.The deal with that South American bloc, however, was referred to the EU Court of Justice in mid-January for legal review due to its lack of alignment with other EU treaties, and that could delay or prevent its ratification.This new mother of all deals with India could likewise face holdups, or could fizzle before being implemented—though most analysts who are keeping eyes on this are seeing it not just as an economic agreement, but a gesture of solidarity at a moment in which China and the US are signaling their intent to carve up the world into hemispheric hegemonies, when those who might otherwise be forced into subordinate positions are scrambling to figure out who they can team up with and create counter-balancing forces capable of standing up against current and future aggression and coercion.There's a chance that even if politics and propriety threaten to get in the way, then, India and the EU will figure out a way to work together, on this and potentially other matters of global import, as well.Show Noteshttps://www.theguardian.com/business/2026/jan/27/eu-and-india-sign-free-trade-agreementhttps://www.reuters.com/sustainability/climate-energy/eu-india-trade-deal-leaves-blocs-carbon-border-tariff-intact-2026-01-27/https://archive.is/20260127162349/https://www.ft.com/content/b03b1344-7e92-4d0d-b85e-5ed92fc8f550https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Free_trade_agreementhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trade_barrierhttps://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/ip_26_184https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/api/files/document/print/en/ip_26_184/IP_26_184_EN.pdfhttps://www.ndtv.com/world-news/how-indias-mother-of-all-deals-with-eu-wipes-out-pakistans-trade-advantage-10921011https://theconversation.com/what-the-mother-of-all-deals-between-india-and-the-eu-means-for-global-trade-274515https://cepr.org/voxeu/columns/economic-impact-us-tariff-hikes-significance-trade-diversion-effectshttps://www.europarl.europa.eu/news/en/press-room/20260116IPR32450/eu-mercosur-meps-demand-a-legal-opinion-on-its-conformity-with-the-eu-treatieshttps://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2026/1/27/mother-of-all-deals-how-india-eu-trade-deal-creates-27-trillion-markethttps://www.cnbc.com/2026/01/27/trump-reaction-eu-india-trade-deal-fta.htmlhttps://www.atlanticcouncil.org/content-series/inflection-points/the-mother-of-all-trade-deals-in-the-time-of-trump/https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/economy/foreign-trade/with-mother-of-all-deals-in-bag-minister-piyush-goyal-says-mother-will-be-compassionate-fair-to-all-28-children/articleshow/127821015.cmshttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/India%E2%80%93European_Union_Free_Trade_Agreementhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/India%E2%80%93European_Union_relations 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With ~1M registered users, CellarTracker (“CT”) is one of the core consumer apps for wine lovers. When Eric LeVine, Founder & CEO of CT, was last on XChateau in late 2021, they had just taken on investment to expand the business. Eric gives us a rundown of what has happened since, like launching a new mobile app and adding AI features, as well as what is coming down the pipe. Detailed Show Notes: CT now at 1M registered users, with monthly active users +40-50% since 2021Team has grown from ~10 employees during Covid to ~25Launched new mobile app 1.5 years ago (2023)~10k reviews in Apple App Store / Google Play with a 4.9* ratingMore modern, visualFor subscribers: enhanced drinking windows, tasting notes, AI features (chatbot for wines you like, pairings, etc…)3x users registering on monthly basis vs 2021Continue to support old app to be more customer centric and work out bugs in the new appImproved data analytics; overhauled drinking windows, valuation of wines, “what's poppin” identifying when people are opening winesWinery analytics: trialed with a couple wineriesNo obvious product market fitWineries interested in what other wineries were in cellars with theirsOne CA winery had 40% of their mailing list on CTHistorically did no marketingDoing more social media, email engagementSome paid search, App Store optimization is the biggest driverGet feedback on what improve with Frill, users can vote on improvements needed and pair it with product usage and usage flowsNew features on the horizonStarting in-app notificationsDeveloping research tool to identify what wines to buy and how much to pay (aggregates price data from reports and ~50% of users report price paid)Making AI embedded natively in the applicationAdd via receipt feature automatically adds (using AI) wines to cellar if you email add@cellartracker.comProduct pricingWas early adopter of “freemium” modelPeople were confused by historic “voluntary payment,” only 1/1000 users could say what features are paidAdded more value to paying users (e.g. - drinking windows, AI features; including some things that used to be free), doubled user pay rateSuggesting what to pay is more hidden nowCan get an annual subscription on website, monthly on Apple App Store w/ 2 week free trial (Apple takes a cut and must cancel through Apple)Consumer trendsPeople looking for values (e.g. - they ask “what's a cheaper version of x?”) and diversity of winesNot seeing a lot of changes in user patterns (e.g. - consumption) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Episode 149, hosts Alyce and Laura toast* to the comedic genius of Catherine O'Hara, Nightsisters inventing semaglutides, and daiquiri shacks (shaquiris? Is that anything?)We start by discussing the atrocities taking place in Minneapolis and the U.S. at large, and how our respective areas of the country are reacting. Just in case you have any doubts of where we stand, we supported the January 30 general strike and we're really f---ing pissed and sad about what's happening in Minneapolis.Laura shares an update on her other Star Wars show, The Jedi Way.The Caravan of Corrections do be caravaningThe torch has been passed! Kathleen Kennedy steps down from Lucasfilm and it is going to take 2 people to replace her, so yes, haters tell us more about how awful she is at her job *eye roll* (check out Deadline's exit interview with KK here)Speaking of retirement, we have FIRE plans. Long story short, Laura will open a Shaquiri and record weird noises from a beach, and Alyce will be at Chipotle.Formerly Darth. Now just Maul. Well, actually it's Maul: Shadow Lord now. He's many things - an aMAULgamation, if you will. Anyway, there's an article and poster and trailer, oh my! Alyce forgot about the Dave Filoni Star Wars Avengers/Heir to the Empire film lol. But there's a new rumor that's probably nothing, so whateverLEGO is putting microchips in bricks now. Or maybe they've been doing that for a while? Don't know, but they're doing it with Star Wars now. CAPITALISM! (via StarWarsNewsNet)We're really out of the loop on whatever Galaxy of Heroes is, but if you know what those words mean, there's an Andor update coming.If you can get your crotch goblins to sit still for a second, maybe they can meditate with Grogu  Recap on Tap: Ahsoka Again continues! Join us for a recap and discussion of Part 6: Far, Far Away, in which we galaxy-hop only to see a bunch of the same people from the last galaxy! Night Witches on Peridea: did they originate there or was that a bachelorette party gone wrong? Laura's toasting to toasting in her Toast To. Toast Inception. Twitter: @forcetoastpod | @sLeiaAllDay | @ShutUp_LauraInstagram: @forcetoastpodBluesky: forcetoastpod.bsky.socialEmail: forcetoastpod@gmail.comWebsite: forcetoastpod.com*This podcast contains a sh!t ton of profanity and boozin. You can find a bleeped version of this podcast absolutely nowhere. Cheers!

Gaius and Germanicus settle over wine to analyze the aftermath of World War II, citing Averell Harriman's 1945 fear that Soviet victory represented a barbarian invasion opening Europe to Asian influence and threatening Westerncivilization's foundations. Germanicus suggests a modern inversion has occurred whereby Europe now experiences reverse colonization by former imperial subjects from Africa and Asia who seek cultural and demographic dominance rather than assimilation into existing European societies. They examine American exceptionalism, noting that while the United States officially denies being an empire, its history of continental expansion, indigenous displacement, and ethnic cleansing mirrors classical imperial behavior under different rhetorical guises. The speakers conclude that contemporary elites remain comfortably insulated from the consequences of these demographic and political shifts in gated communities and exclusive enclaves, while common citizens bear the daily burden of fractured social cohesion and competing identities.1942. CHURCHILL, HARRIMAN, STALIN, MOLOTOV IN MOSCOW.

Today we are launching a new Blister Podcast special series, called, 'Off the Clock.' And fittingly, given that the England Patriots are in the Super Bowl this Sunday, we are kicking things off with former New England Patriots quarterback, Drew Bledsoe. But what you might not know about this former #1 pick in the NFL draft is that his first love wasn't football, it was skiing. And today, you'll hear just how meaningful skiing has been to Drew throughout his entire life.Note: We Want to Hear From You!We'd love for you to share with us the stories or topics you'd like us to cover next month on Reviewing the News; ask your most pressing mountain town advice questions, or offer your hot takes for us to rate. You can email those to us here.RELATED LINKS: SnowbirdBLISTER+ Get Yourself CoveredEnter Our Latest Weekly Gear GiveawayGet Our 25/26 Winter Buyer's GuideDiscounted Summit Registration for BLISTER+ MembersNon-Member Registration: Blister Summit 2026CHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELS:Blister Studios (our new channel)Blister Review (our original channel)TOPICS & TIMES:Snowbird (1:05)New BLISTER+ Members (1:56)Drew's Current Adventure (2:37)Your First Love: Football or Skiing? (7:14)Skiing While Playing in the NFL & ‘The Bledsoe Policy' (10:31)Where Did You Grow Up Skiing? (13:22)The Mt Rushmore of NFL Players Who Ski? (16:20)Skiing as Therapy (25:59)Getting into the World of Wine (30:17)Washington Vineyards (36:32)Bledsoe Wines (40:39)CHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS:Blister CinematicCRAFTEDBikes & Big IdeasGEAR:30 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to Beats Vines & Life! In this special bonus episode, host MJ Towler reunites with the dynamic and trailblazing winemaker Brenae Royal for part two of their powerful conversation. After the overwhelming response to her first appearance, Brenae Royal returns to dive deeper into her incredible journey—sharing how she's navigated the challenging world of wine, achieved rapid success with her brand Violet's Paradise, and what it means to break ground as a Black woman in the vineyard and beyond.Together, they dig into the hustle behind securing wine distribution, building authentic mentorship, and the realities of balancing personal values with the demands of growing a business. Brenae Royal opens up about honoring her late dog Violet May through her brand, the lessons she's learned from vineyard life, and how she's paving the way for a new generation of diverse winemakers. Along the way, they share stories about excellence, community, and staying true to yourself in a landscape where representation and resilience matter more than ever.Tune in for real talk, big lessons, and inspiration—whether you're into wine, entrepreneurship, or just living your purpose to the fullest.For more information about Violet's Paradise Wines click the link!Follow Brenae on IG!Follow Violet's Paradise Wines on IG!____________________________________________________________Until next time, cheers to the mavericks, philosophers, deep thinkers, and wine drinkers! Subscribe and give Beats Vines and Life a five-star review on whichever platform you listen to.For insider info from MJ and exclusive content from the show, sign up at blackwineguy.comFollow MJ @blackwineguyFollow Beats Vines and Life @beatsvinesandlifeFollow Totally Biased Wine Reviews on IGSign up for Totally Biased Wine ReviewsGo to the-vines.com and use code BLACKWINEGUY to unlock member pricing and join their community for just $395, plus get a case of wines they make with their partners. (U.S. addresses only.) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Valentine's Day is coming, and if you are feeling stuck in the same old chocolate and roses rut, we have the perfect solution to win over your sweetie! Sherry as the ultimate dessert wine flex, especially if your goal is not striking out this V-Day. Inspired by a listener tip and Carmela's unwavering love of ice cream, this episode dives headfirst into Sherry and vanilla ice cream as a surprisingly elite pairing. We know what you're thinking . . . isn't Sherry that syrupy stuff that your weird uncle drinks? Oh no, friends. It is a winner. In this episode, we explore this Spanish fortified wine from Jerez and tell you why the hype is real. We break down what Sherry actually is, how fortified wines are made, and why the Solera and Criadera System matters in keeping consistency from year to year. We also unpack the key differences between different types of Sherries like Medium, Cream, and Pedro Ximénez, and why different types of Sherries can give very different experiences. We also cover how the temperature can make or break the experience, because too cold or too warm can absolutely ruin the moment. Finally, we put theory into practice, tasting and rating two affordable Sherries with and without vanilla ice cream and giving you our honest take on which one actually delivers the Valentine's Day win. Wines reviewed in this episode: Williams & Humbert Dry Sack Medium Sherry, Hartley & Gibson's Cream Sherry.Send us a Text Message and we'll respond in our next episode!Contact The Wine Pair Podcast - we'd love to hear from you!Visit our website, leave a review, and reach out to us: https://thewinepairpodcast.com/Follow and DM us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewinepairpodcast/Send us an email: joe@thewinepairpodcast.com

Lorenzo Fiori reports Milan requires artificial snow for the Olympics, detailing security controversies regarding the USdelegation's protection and recommending local sparkling wines from the Italian region.

Fluent Fiction - Italian: Snow-laden Escape: Unveiling San Gimignano's Hidden Charms Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/it/episode/2026-01-31-08-38-20-it Story Transcript:It: La neve cadeva lenta e silenziosa su San Gimignano, trasformando il paesaggio in un mondo incantato.En: The snow fell slowly and silently over San Gimignano, transforming the landscape into an enchanted world.It: Le torri medievali si ergevano maestose, coperte da una soffice coltre bianca.En: The medieval towers stood majestic, covered by a soft white blanket.It: Carlo e Simona camminavano per le strade acciottolate, ammirando la vista, ma con il pensiero fisso sulla loro destinazione: il festival del vino.En: Carlo and Simona walked through the cobblestone streets, admiring the view, but with their thoughts fixed on their destination: the wine festival.It: Carlo, con il suo fiuto da chef, non voleva perdere l'occasione di assaggiare i vini locali e le prelibatezze della regione.En: Carlo, with his chef's intuition, did not want to miss the chance to taste the local wines and delicacies of the region.It: Simona, armata del suo taccuino e della sua macchina fotografica, era decisa a catturare la magia del festival per il suo prossimo articolo.En: Simona, armed with her notebook and camera, was determined to capture the magic of the festival for her next article.It: Ma il destino aveva altri piani.En: But fate had other plans.It: La neve aveva bloccato le strade, isolando il villaggio di San Gimignano.En: The snow had blocked the roads, isolating the village of San Gimignano.It: Il festival era stato rimandato, e l'entusiasmo di Carlo si stava lentamente trasformando in apprensione.En: The festival had been postponed, and Carlo's excitement was slowly turning into apprehension.It: "Dobbiamo trovare un modo per arrivarci," disse, determinato.En: "We must find a way to get there," he said, determined.It: Simona annuì, non volendo che l'imprevisto spegnesse la loro avventura.En: Simona nodded, not wanting the unforeseen event to extinguish their adventure.It: Decisero di separarsi per sfruttare meglio il tempo.En: They decided to split up to make better use of the time.It: Carlo si avventurò nei vicoli, alla ricerca di un sentiero alternativo attraverso il villaggio.En: Carlo ventured into the alleys, searching for an alternate path through the village.It: Simona, invece, si immerse nelle storie dei locali, raccogliendo racconti di come vivevano il festival nell'intimità delle loro case.En: Simona, on the other hand, immersed herself in the stories of the locals, gathering tales of how they experienced the festival in the intimacy of their homes.It: La fortuna sorrise a loro quando Carlo trovò un piccolo cartello che diceva: "Degustazione di vini qui".En: Fortune smiled on them when Carlo found a small sign that said: "Wine tasting here."It: Il cuore gli balzò nel petto.En: His heart leapt in his chest.It: Seguì le indicazioni fino alla casa di un anziano vinaiolo, Guido, che aveva deciso di non farsi scoraggiare dalla tempesta e di ospitare un piccolo raduno nella sua cantina.En: He followed the directions to the house of an elderly winemaker, Guido, who had decided not to be discouraged by the storm and to host a small gathering in his cellar.It: Carlo corse a chiamare Simona, e insieme si diressero alla casa di Guido.En: Carlo ran to call Simona, and together they headed to Guido's house.It: Lì, l'atmosfera era calorosa; il fuoco scoppiettava nel camino, e l'aroma dei vin brulè riempiva l'aria.En: There, the atmosphere was warm; the fire crackled in the fireplace, and the aroma of mulled wine filled the air.It: Guido li accolse come vecchi amici, condividendo con loro non solo il vino, ma anche storie e risate.En: Guido welcomed them like old friends, sharing not only wine but stories and laughter.It: Carlo gustò ogni sorso, scoprendo che questi momenti piccoli e spontanei erano più preziosi di qualsiasi festival affollato.En: Carlo savored each sip, discovering that these small and spontaneous moments were more precious than any crowded festival.It: Simona, nel frattempo, trovò nell'esperienza un nuovo modo di raccontare: non attraverso grandi eventi, ma tramite le persone e le loro storie autentiche.En: Simona, meanwhile, found in the experience a new way of storytelling: not through grand events, but through the people and their authentic stories.It: Alla fine, mentre la neve continuava a cadere fuori, Carlo e Simona si sedettero tra gli abitanti, sorridendo.En: In the end, as the snow continued to fall outside, Carlo and Simona sat among the locals, smiling.It: Avevano trovato più di quanto avrebbero mai potuto immaginare: l'essenza di San Gimignano, nascosta nelle pieghe di un momento condiviso, reso ancora più speciale dalla neve che brillava come stelle nel cielo notturno.En: They had found more than they could have ever imagined: the essence of San Gimignano, hidden in the folds of a shared moment, made even more special by the snow that sparkled like stars in the night sky. Vocabulary Words:the snow: la nevethe landscape: il paesaggiothe towers: le torrithe blanket: la coltrethe cobblestone: le strade acciottolatethe festival: il festivalthe chef: lo chefthe intuition: il fiutothe delicacies: le prelibatezzethe camera: la macchina fotograficathe destiny: il destinothe apprehension: l'apprensionethe adventure: l'avventurathe alleys: i vicolithe stories: le storiethe path: il sentierothe sign: il cartellothe cellar: la cantinathe gathering: il radunothe fireplace: il caminothe aroma: l'aromathe heart: il cuorethe storm: la tempestathe sip: il sorsothe essence: l'essenzathe folds: le pieghethe sparkle: lo scintilliothe locals: gli abitantithe stars: le stellethe night sky: il cielo notturno

Everybody needs a Carl@DomainSerene @alexanaestate #OregonWines #PinotNoir #WineTasting #Podcast #radioshow #hostCo hosts : Good ol Boy Harmeet, Good ol Boy Justin, Made Man BobSIPS – Our second All Oregon Show, diving deep into a selection of exquisite wines from the renowned Domain Serene and Alexana. With each wine, we explore the unique terroir of Oregon, mispronounce at least 30% of all of the product information,  and how it has evolved over the last two decades, producing wines that rival the best in the world. Carl Formaker is the current winemaker at Domaine Serene, and thus the connection to the name of this episode. Join us for an engaging conversation filled with laughter, insights, and of course, ratings with our signature sip sounds. Tune in and discover why Oregon is the new frontier for wine enthusiasts! We will be discussing these wines and rating them from 1-5 with 5 being the best:Domaine Serene Evenstad Reserve Chardonnay 20224 SIPSDomaine Serene Coeur Blanc Barrel Fermented White Wine 20223 SIPSDomaine Serene Yamhill Cuvee' Pinot Noir 20214 SIPSDomaine Serene Evenstad Reserve Pinot Noir 20214 SIPSDomaine Serene Grand Cheval Red Wine 20214 SIPSAlexana Mosaic Pinot Noir 2023 Dundee Hills Oregon5 SIPSinfo@sipssudsandsmokes.comX- @sipssudssmokes IG/FB/Bluesky - @sipssudsandsmokesSips, Suds, & Smokes® is produced by One Tan Hand Productions using the power of beer, whiskey, and golf. Available on Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Pandora, iHeart, and nearly anywhere you can find a podcast.Enjoying that cool Outro Music, it's from Woods & Whitehead – Back RoadsDownload your copy here:https://amzn.to/2XblorcThe easiest way to find this award winning podcast on your phone is ask Alexa, Siri or Google, “Play Podcast , Sips, Suds, & Smokes” Credits:TITLE: Maxwell Swing / FlapperjackPERFORMED BY: Texas GypsiesCOMPOSED BY: Steven R Curry (BMI)PUBLISHED BY: Alliance AudioSparx (BMI)COURTESY OF: AudioSparxTITLE: Back RoadsPERFORMED BY: Woods & WhiteheadCOMPOSED BY: Terry Whitehead & Jeff WoodsPUBLISHED BY: Terry WhiteheadCOURTESY OF: Terry Whitehead & Jeff WoodsPost production services : Pro Podcast SolutionsAdvertising sales: Contact us directlyContent hosting services: Talk Media Network, Audioport, Earshot, Radio4All, & PodBeanProducer: Made Man BobExecutive Producer: Good ol Boy MikeOregon Wines, Domain Serene, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Yamhill Cuvee, Evenstad Reserve, Grand Cheval, Alexana, Mosaic Pinot Noir, Wine Tasting, Wine Ratings, Wine Reviews, Wine Appreciation, Willamette Valley, Barrel Fermentation, Wine Pairing, Wine Enthusiasts, Wine Education, Wine Culture, Sips Suds And Smokes

We start today with Sean Means and this weeks movie reviews, and after that, we find out who is the Boner of the Day. Then, we Have Another Drink with Jimmy the Wine Guy featuring Wagner Family of Wines, just before we challenge a listener to a round of Beat Gina, . And as always, we finish the day with the Boner Recap, news and Dave the Flower Guys crowns the Boner of the Week!

(00:00-5:43) Jackson may or may not nap after the show. Do we need to get to Humphrey's by 3? Doug wouldn't go to Saudi Arabia for wrestling. Great idea, Dale in Grubville.(5:51-13:09) And the winner of the final EMOTD in the month of January is...(13:19-13:24) We gotta go, we'll see ya tonight at Chaifetz.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Canadian Whisky? Heck yeah. Canadian Gin? I mean sure, why not? Canadian Wine??? Now we're getting weird. Kristin Rose Pike, Founder of Northern Rose Selections joins Greg and Damon to talk about the delicious drinks made by our neighbors to the north, from gin to amaretto to cold weather wines. She talks about the terroir of the highest tide in the world, the increasingly tense bourbon diplomacy between the US and Canada, and whether or not Canadian Whisky is poised for a massive comeback.PLUS, let it snow, let it snow, let is snow! Most of the country is frozen in and Greg & Damon compare their blizzard beverages of choice.Follow Northern Rose Selections at @northernroseselectionsLINKSBecome a Regular: patreon.com/SpeakeasyRegularsFor resources on dealing with ICE agents in your community visit nouswithoutyou.la/ and @thenycallianceThe Speakeasy is now on YouTube! Tune in to “see” what we're talking about at youtube.com/@Speakeasy.PodcastCheck out Quiote Imports at quioteimports.com and use promo code “Speakeasy” to get free shipping at checkout.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Steve Gross, Honore Comfort & Mark Barden Wine Institute Monterey, Calif. — Sitting down with Steve Gross has become one of our favorite DTC Wine Symposium traditions. Not only does he have one of the best radio voices in the wine business, but he's spent nearly four decades on the front lines of wine shipping battles nationwide. Largely thanks to his efforts, residents of 49 states can now receive direct-to-consumer wine shipments. Steve is always ready to update us on the latest state-level shenanigans aimed at limiting consumer access to their favorite wines. But his role has recently grown even bigger. Last month, he stepped into the role of interim president of the Wine Institute. Frankly, we couldn't feel more confident having Steve Gross leading this crucial organization at such a pivotal moment. One of the big-picture initiatives coming out of the Wine Institute is the Share Wine Co-Lab. To dig into how and why it came together, we were joined by a familiar face for Sonoma County folks, Honore Comfort, Vice President of International Marketing at the Wine Institute, along with marketing consultant Mark Barden. Together, we unpacked the market research that led to the creation of Share Wine Co-Lab, and explored how wineries of all sizes, in any region, can use it to better promote themselves, their communities, and wine in general. Sit down, pop a bottle, and get ready to go deep into the wine business. The dispatches from DTC Wine Symposium 2026 are just getting started. [Ep 398] Learn more: https://dtcwinesymposium.com/ https://freethegrapes.org/ https://wineinstitute.org/news/share-wine-colab/

One thing that could make us all healthier is drinking less alcohol – and there's now a huge market for alcohol‑free drinks. But one category that has long struggled to deliver great taste is non‑alcoholic wine. In this episode Jaega Wise looks to find out why it's so difficult to make a wine without alcohol that still tastes good, and asks what difference these drinks can make to people trying to cut back. Jaega begins the story of German producer Bernhard Jung, whose family pioneered vacuum distillation more than a century ago. She meets Fiona Graham and Alex Viol of Vino Zero along with wine expert Jane Rakison to taste some of today's most promising alcohol‑free bottles, and speaks to David Hodgson of Zeno Wines about the challenges behind creating convincing 0% options. At Plumpton College, master's student George Coles and programme manager James Clapham explain how future winemakers are experimenting with new approaches.During the programme, Jaega also brings together Professor John Holmes of the University of Sheffield and Richard Piper from Alcohol Change UK to explore how no‑ and low‑alcohol drinks might influence our drinking habits. And with Tom Ward of Wise Bartender, she looks at the growing world of mid‑strength wine - a category some believe could be the next step in helping people drink differently.Presented by Jaega Wise Produced in Bristol for BBC Audio by Natalie Donovan

On this weeks episode of One For The Road I am joined by Sue Tickle who is proudly seven years sober. She is a mum to two sons, aged 26 and 28, and a partner to Jay, who is also sober. Together, they live in their lovely new home just outside Manchester, where Sue now enjoys a genuinely happy and fulfilling life. By profession, Sue is a Senior Manager in the NHS, a role that remains her primary career and passion. Alongside this, she runs Sober Space, a supportive social media community dedicated to sharing inspiration, encouragement, and practical advice for people living alcohol-free or aspiring to change their relationship with alcohol.Before her mid-thirties, Sue's relationship with alcohol was fairly minimal and what many would describe as “normal.” However, she was no stranger to the damage alcohol could cause, having grown up with a father who was a very heavy drinker for many years. In her mid-thirties, Sue's drinking escalated dramatically after entering a relationship where alcohol became a daily habit. What began as occasional weekend drinking quickly turned into nightly drinking. Looking back, Sue recognises that a lack of confidence and a desire to fit in led her to believe she needed alcohol to be fun and accepted. Over the following five years, her drinking intensified further, progressing to multiple bottles of wine every single night. When her beloved father passed away, grief deepened her dependency on alcohol. Wine became her comfort, often reaching at least two bottles each night. Two years of blackouts, alcohol dependency, arguments, emotional distress, and regret followed. During this time, Sue's sons witnessed the painful unravelling of their grieving, drinking mum. There were no signs of things slowing down. The turning point came in 2018 after her sister's hen party, when Sue's mum confronted her and told her she had ruined the celebration — and, most painfully, that she was becoming just like her father. That moment was the short, sharp shock that changed everything. Sue firmly believes that if she had not stopped drinking, she would not be alive today — and her sons would not have their mum. This belief underpins her commitment to helping anyone who asks for support in changing their relationship with alcohol. She is deeply motivated by a desire to prevent others and their families from experiencing the same devastation.Since becoming sober, Sue has coached and mentored many people to begin, sustain, or re-ignite their sober journeys. Her work focuses on inspiring others to build rich, fulfilling sober lives through gratitude, positivity, and practical tools that genuinely support long-term change.Sue believes sobriety is not about simply existing or feeling deprived. It is about living a meaningful, connected, and rewarding life without alcohol.Through Sober Space, now over a year old, Sue has celebrated the first soberversaries of many members — moments she is incredibly proud of and deeply honoured to be part of.To read more of my story over the 7 years – All Shiny and New – Sue TickleTo join sober space Facebook Page – Sober Space | FacebookFollow me on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/sober_space_?igsh=NDFxdHFla3Q3eGxrTo subscribe to the daily coaching group for a small fee - Tickle Life CoachingIf you want to connect with me via Instagram, you can find me on the instahandle @Soberdave https://www.instagram.com/soberdave/or via my website https://davidwilsoncoaching.com/Provided below are links for services offering additional help and advice.www.drinkaware.co.uk/advice/alcohol-support-serviceshttps://nacoa.org.uk/Show producer- Daniella Attanasio-MartinezInstagram - @TheDaniellaMartinezhttps://www.instagram.com/thedaniellamartinez/www.instagram.com/grownuphustle Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

One of the things former Spice Girl Victoria Beckham's son, Brooklyn, made headlines for this week was sharing "the world's most expensive" wine with his wife, Nicola Peltz. It was reportedly an 1831 vintage Château d'Yquem valued at around $33,000 a bottle. That got our money correspondent Susan Edmunds thinking about wine, including how you might go about investing in it. She spoke to Lisa Owen.

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In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands, Chris Fedor, and Jimmy Watkins answer questions from Subtext subscribers, diving into the Cleveland Cavaliers' roster challenges and trade-deadline possibilities. The hosts break down how Darius Garland and Evan Mobley's returns will shake up a rotation where younger players have flourished in their absence. Then, they turn to the trade market, dissecting what the Cavs could get for De'Andre Hunter and exploring the rumored framework involving Rui Hachimura and the Lakers. Financial flexibility, roster fit, and long-term strategy all hang in the balance as the team navigates its second-apron luxury tax constraints. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lara and Carey return to discuss a rogue Waymo crash in LA, the horror of traveling in a branded Waymo, Lauren “Alive Girl” Bezos enlisting Law Roach as her stylist, Bella Hadid breaking up with her cowboy, and Tilda Swinton and Nicole Kidman's glorious embrace.Back in Paso Robles, the crew settles in for their first night, as Demy, Kim and Angelica pilgrim out over the cousins' OnlyFans. She tells Shayne, who reveals some cousin lore of his own and Marcus gets blackout and chastised by Demy. The next day at the Women in Wine party, LVP “Mama” arrives to lead this rindom assortment of wine mavens as Marcus reels from his hangover and Jason and Chris interrupt Lisa to flirt with the ladies of the vine. That night, the crew heads out to downtown San Luis Obispo, where Venus tries to break his seven year dry spell after a sexy stranger chats him up. Inspired by the power of Le Fleur, the crew descends into a pansexual make-out fest on the dance floor, bringing the entire community (and Robot Angelica) to its knees. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're kicking off season four with our new theme “Unfiltered In Flight” and exploring wine the lens of travel. Whether it's a wine producing region or a major city abroad, we're focusing on how wine people experience the places they visit. To start, we're returning to a region that's both iconic and endlessly misunderstood: Napa Valley. Together with local sommelier Laura Koffer of Wine Access, who has called the valley home for more than a decade, we're unpacking what Napa actually feels like beyond the tasting room. From Champagne-fueled nights and backyard picnics to tacos, beer, and the casual luxury that defines daily life in the valley, we break down Napa's geography, appointment culture, and how to plan smarter tasting days, with one core takeaway in mind: the best Napa trips aren't about doing more, they're about doing it better. Wine Featured on This Episode:⁠ 2024 Bordo Mare Vermentino Las Brisas Vineyard

Mentioned in this EpisodeConnect with the Podcast: Facebook: @texaswinepod Instagram: @texaswinepod Email: texaswinepod@gmail.com Show notes and more: www.thisistexaswine.com Help the Show: Subscribe to the newsletter. Donate virtual Texas wine or join the podcast membership at the Gold Medal, Silver Medal, or Bronze Medal Level! Leave a review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts! Thanks to our sponsor Bending Branch Winery. Contact Jen at bendingbranchwinery.com for all of your custom crush winemaking needs!Mentioned in this EpisodeTexas Hill Country Wine Industry Awards2025 Winners from TopTexasWines.comTexas Results from San Francisco Chronicle Wine CompetitionWilliam Chris Vineyards' Enchante makes Decanter List of Top 50 Wines in the US for 2025- paywallNew Tasting Rooms for Jaclynn Renee Wines (Wimberly) and Nobleman Wines (Glen Rose)Hill Country Wine Symposium Closing Panel Panelists: Ron Yates, Ron Yates Wines and Spicewood Vineyards Katy Jane Seaton, Farmhouse Vineyards Jennifer Beckmann, Rerooted 210 Chris Brundrett, William Chris Wine Co. Roxanne Meyers, Lost Oak Winery John Rivenburgh, Kerrville Hills Winery Demerit and Gold Star DEMERIT:none this episode GOLD STARS: none this episode Special ThanksNeed lodging in Fredericksburg? Check out Cork + Cactus! Find Cork + Cactus and many more great rentals at Heavenly Hosts.com! Thanks to Texas Wine Lover for promotional help! For the latest information on Texas wineries and vineyards, visit Texas Wine Lover. Don't forget to download the Texas Wine Lover app too!Podcast music is by Landon Lloyd Miller. Check him out on Spotify HERE

Today on the podcast Eric is joined by Shiva and Rick Di Virgilio of ŌPORTO Fooding House & Wine and da Gama canteen. Shiva and Rick speak with Eric about how they first met, the initial humble beginnings of Oporto, wanting to experiment at The Queen Vic, the early days of craft cocktails, blending Portuguese and Indian cuisine, why they decided to move Oporto, the benefits of the bigger space, how Midtown has changed over the years, evolving over time, developing da Gama, what dishes they recommend people check out, being recognized by the Michelin Guide, future ideas, and much more!Got a question for Eric? Email him at eric@culturemap.com. Follow Eric on Instagram @ericsandler and check out some of Eric's latest articles online at Culturemap.com: Historic Houston Burger Joint Sets Opening Date for New Woodlands Store French-Trained Houston Chefs Team Up for One-Night Only Mardi Gras Dinner Chris Shepherd Serves Up a New Menu for Houston Performance Series Lively New Seafood Restaurant Rides into Prime Houston Location River Oaks Restaurant Fields a New Menu Devoted to Prime and Wagyu Steaks

How France negotiates drug prices and the impact of US President Donald Trump's pressure to raise them. The Paris bar celebrating sobriety as more people embrace Dry January. And the radioactive legacy of nuclear testing in French Polynesia. Saying he wants to lower the price of medication in the United States, President Donald Trump has been putting pressure on French President Emmanuel Macron to raise the cost of an unspecified pill in France. But it's the French public health system, not Macron, that negotiates with drug companies – keeping prices for patients in check. Sociologist Theo Bourgeron believes that Trump's demand is not about improving care, but pressuring countries to weaken price controls and boost US pharmaceutical profits. (Listen @0') More than a third of the French claim they're not drinking this month to mark Dry January. It's part of a wider trend of falling alcohol consumption in France, particularly among young adults. But in a country famed for its wine and apéro culture, sobriety can be seen as irritating and "un-French". We visit Le Social Bar in Paris, which has gone alcohol-free for January to show you don't need to be tipsy to have a good time. Author Claire Touzard talks about her journey towards sobriety and why alcohol, far from encouraging conviviality, can end up excluding people. And journalist Vincent Edin argues that while France is becoming slightly more tolerant of non-drinkers, successive governments still struggle to recognise that alcoholism is a problem. (Listen @20'15'') France conducted its final nuclear test on 27 January 1996, ending a programme that has left a lasting legacy of health problems in French Polynesia, the archipelago in the South Pacific that for 30 years was France's nuclear testing ground. Hinamoeura Morgant-Cross, a member of the French Polynesian parliament, says the consequences of the testing have been "really traumatic for our people". (Listen @13'50'') Episode mixed by Cecile Pompeani. Spotlight on France is a podcast from Radio France International. Find us on rfienglish.com, Apple podcasts (link here), Spotify (link here) or your favourite podcast app (pod.link/1573769878).

New year, clean slate, and a mixtape that refuses to play it safe. We kick things off with ASAP Rocky's Helicopter, a three‑minute charge from Don't Be Dumb that sets a confident tone for a tightly curated run through surprise genres, sharp writing, and risky ideas. From there, we veer into Band of Heathens shifting into country textures, then drop into Iron and Wine's porch‑warm melancholy and Anna of the North's neon‑lit take on love bombing—two songs that hold the tension between wanting connection and protecting your heart.We swing the mood with Gorillaz and Sparks on The Happy Dictator, a sing‑along satire that skewers savior posturing across politics and boardrooms. Then Baz Luhrmann's team reassembles Elvis “DNA” into Wearing That Nightlife Look, all horns, gospel lift, and prime‑era presence. For a different kind of high, Illenium teams with Ryan Tedder on With Your Love, an EDM‑pop crossover built on sturdy songwriting and cathartic drops. We keep it playful with Chinese American Bear's No No Yeah Yeah, a bilingual indie pop hook that's all sunshine and earworm, before turning the amps back up with Silversun Pickups and their familiar, satisfying alt‑rock grit on The Wreckage.Juliana Hatfield offers a gentle anthem for choosing yourself with Harmonizing With Myself—finding rhythm in solitude and reframing pain—then we take a bold detour into French rap with Ninho and Freeze Corleone, where flow and cadence carry the emotion beyond language. Finally, Logic bends format with The Ballad of Rooster Jenkins, a long‑form narrative that spends seven minutes building a world before the beat lands, proving story can still command attention in a skip‑happy era.Tap play, follow our Song of the Day for daily gems, and share this mix with a friend who needs a fresh soundtrack. https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/sam-2026-january-new-music/pl.u-e2kEmIWl941Y1. Helicopter - A$AP Rocky2. High on our Supply - The Band of Heathens3. In Your Ocean - Iron & Wine4. Waiting for Love - Anna of the North5. The Happy Dictator - Gorillaz featuring Sparks6. Wearin That Night Life Look - Elvis Presley & Jamieson Shaw7. With Your Love - Illenium & Ryan Tedder8. No No Yeah Yeah - Chinese American Bear9. The Wreckage - Silversun Pickups10. Harmonizing with Myself - Juliana Hatfield11. Dictionnaires - Ninho & Freeze Corleone12. The Ballad of Rooster Jenkins - Logic Support the showVisit us at https://www.superawesomemix.com to learn more about our app, our merchandise, our cards, and more!

The January 29 edition of the AgNet News Hour delivered one of the most wide-ranging and passionate interviews of the year as hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill sat down with Dayna Ghirardelli, Executive Director of the Sonoma County Farm Bureau. From animal-rights extremism to water insecurity, vineyard market shifts, and the rising cost of simply staying in business, Ghirardelli laid out why farming in Sonoma County has become a daily fight — and why giving up is not an option. Ghirardelli opened by acknowledging the beauty of Sonoma County, while making it clear that agriculture there faces relentless pressure. Wine grapes remain under market strain, the Potter Valley Project threatens regional water reliability, and animal-rights activists continue to target dairies and poultry operations despite strong local voter support for agriculture. “It's another day in agriculture in Sonoma County,” she said. “And it never slows down.” A major focus of the conversation was Measure J, a ballot initiative backed by animal-rights groups that aimed to ban so-called “factory farms” in the county. Ghirardelli explained that the measure deliberately misused the EPA's CAFO definition, which is meant to regulate water quality — not eliminate animal agriculture. Had it passed, she said, the fallout would have devastated poultry, dairy, and the many businesses that support them. Voters overwhelmingly rejected the measure, stopping what she called an attempt to turn Sonoma County into a statewide test case for eliminating animal agriculture altogether. The interview also addressed the recent conviction of Zoe Rosenberg, an activist tied to the Measure J campaign who was found guilty of felony conspiracy and multiple misdemeanors after trespassing, tampering with vehicles, and stealing livestock. While Ghirardelli welcomed accountability, she expressed frustration that the sentence amounted to just ten days in jail. “It sends a dangerous message,” she said, warning that weak penalties embolden extremists who view arrest as a badge of honor. Water and environmental policy were another major theme. While Sonoma County hasn't faced the wolf pressure seen in other regions, Ghirardelli noted that predator issues, NGOs, and environmental lawsuits are increasingly being used as tools to financially bleed farmers dry. “They don't need to win,” she said. “They just need to make it expensive enough to keep farming.” Education, she emphasized, is agriculture's strongest defense. Ghirardelli said the industry has done a good job marketing, but not nearly enough educating. Programs like Ag Days, Farm Fest, and school outreach events are critical to reconnecting the public with where food actually comes from — especially in a state where many residents believe it comes straight from a grocery shelf. Looking ahead to 2026, Ghirardelli called the moment urgent. Rising costs, regulatory overload, housing challenges, and political polarization are pushing California toward a breaking point. “People need to stop voting by party and start voting by reality,” she said. “Quality of life is on the line.” Papagni summed it up simply: Dayna Ghirardelli isn't just defending agriculture — she's defending common sense.

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands, Chris Fedor and Jimmy Watkins discuss the Cleveland Cavaliers' dominant victory over the Los Angeles Lakers, a game overshadowed by what might be LeBron James's final appearance in Cleveland. The conversation centers on LeBron's emotional reaction to a tribute video, sparking speculation about his potential retirement and the possibility of a final return to the Cavs for a "storybook ending." The guys also analyze the strong performances of younger players like Jaylon Tyson and Nae'Qwan Tomlin, the potential trade of De'Andre Hunter and whether the team's recent success can be sustained once injured players return. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is Trump amassing ships and troops in the Middle East for an attack on Iran? Labour risks election wipeout unless it improves Britain's high streets, and Brooklyn Beckham and his wife splash £80k on two bottles of wine!?

A family Thanksgiving gathering turned deadly when investigators say a North Carolina mother laced a bottle of wine with a chemical that slowly converts to cyanide inside the human body — and the investigation has now reopened an 18-year-old cold case.READ or SHARE: https://weirddarkness.com/mom-poisons-daughters-thanksgiving-wineWeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2026, Weird Darkness.#WeirdDarkness, #WeirdDarkNEWS, #TrueCrime, #ThanksgivingPoisoning, #CyanidePoisoning, #ColdCase, #MurderMystery, #FamilyMurder, #NorthCarolinaCrime, #TrueCrimeDocumentary

Welcome half of the Fear& podcast to the show! Will and Austin share stories about how they all met, gay culture, and animal lore. Also the story of the first time Austin ate a$$.✨ Bonus Content: https://patreon.com/wineaboutit

Wine and football have been on the same team for some time now, with notable players like Charles Woodson, Drew Bledsoe, and Dan Marino stepping into the world. Joining that lineup is Will Blackmon, former Super Bowl champion, 12-year NFL veteran, and founder of Blackmon Cellars and The Wine MVP.  Will approached wine the same way he approached football: with total commitment. He immersed himself in education, mastering everything from vineyard farming to the business of wine, and on some days could be found tending vines straight after practice. Now, Will remains deeply focused on education—continuing to learn himself while sharing that knowledge with aspiring enthusiasts. Is there a guest you want us to interview? A topic you want us to cover? We want to hear from you! Email us at podcast@wineenthusiast.com. Remember to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen to podcasts. Go to WineEnthusiast.com for the latest beverage industry coverage and all the tools you need to bring your love of wine to life. And wait, there's more! Get over 70% OFF the original cover price by subscribing to Wine Enthusiast magazine today!    FOLLOW US: TikTok: @wineenthusiast Instagram: @wineenthusiast Facebook: @WineEnthusiast

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands and Jimmy Watkins unpack what LeBron James' return to Cleveland truly means for the city, both in the moment and in the long view. They examine the buzz, the speculation and the unavoidable question lingering over Rocket Arena: could this be the final time LeBron suits up in a Lakers uniform in Cleveland, and what might the offseason hold beyond that? From there, the conversation shifts back to the present-day Cavaliers, a team once again navigating uncertainty. With Evan Mobley sidelined after re-aggravating his calf injury, the guys break down how his absence reshapes the Cavs' identity, stresses an already thin rotation and tests their ability to survive a difficult stretch of the season. It's a discussion about legacy, timing and resilience, all colliding at a pivotal moment for Cleveland basketball. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I sat down with Enrico Rivetto (biodynamic winemaker in Barolo) and Stefano Lorenzi (arborist and manager at Castello di Grumello winery) to explore a growing movement in vineyard farming: vitiforestry (agroforestry in the vines). We break down why growers are bringing trees back into vineyards, what problems they're trying to solve, and what a “more diverse” vineyard actually looks like in practice. We also dig into the practical questions growers worry about most: choosing the right species, managing wild animals, disease risk, and whether trees get in the way of mechanization. Finally, we look at how you measure if it's working, what the real trade-offs are, and whether agroforestry could be a blueprint for other monocultures too.Enrico's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rivetto_wines/Stefano's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stlorenzi72/Castello di Grumello Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/castellodigrumello/Stefano's arborist website: https://www.arboricoltorestefanolorenzi.it/Rivetto winery website: https://www.rivetto.it/You can also listen to the No Sediment Wine Podcast and 'Talk Under the VVine' episodes on Spotify, Apple Podcast, Amazon Music, Google Podcasts and Castbox.Some of the WINE ACCESSORIES I use regularly:

In this episode of GuildSomm: Into the Glass, newly minted Master Sommelier David Reuss joins host MS Chris Tanghe to blind taste three red wines. Before David starts tasting, they discuss the experience of passing the exam, the preparation and best practices that helped David reach that milestone, and what he plans to do next. David is the national education director for Jackson Family Wines. He previously worked in some of Colorado's best restaurants, including Frasca Food and Wine in Boulder and Shanahan's Steakhouse in Denver. David passed the Master Sommelier Exam in fall of 2025. Listen in and guess the wines along with David! Thanks for listening. If you enjoy this episode, please consider leaving us a review, as it helps us connect and grow the GuildSomm community. Cheers!

In this episode of Inside Winemaking, Jim Duane speaks with Leigh Meyering of MyEnologist about the practical and analytical aspects of heat and cold stability in wine. The discussion focuses on how and why protein haze and tartrate instability occur, with an emphasis on white and rosé wines. Leigh explains the principles behind heat stability testing, protein denaturation, and the use of bentonite to prevent haze, as well as how stability concerns differ between red wines and lighter-colored styles. The conversation also addresses the sensory and chemical impacts of stabilization decisions, including common concerns around stripping, mouthfeel, and visual clarity in finished wines. The episode then moves into cold stability, detailing the Davis conductivity, DIT, and ISTC 50 tests and how to choose the appropriate method based on a winery's stabilization strategy. Leigh outlines the roles of traditional chilling and seeding, carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC), and mannoproteins, including their limitations and compatibility with protein stability. Throughout the discussion, Jim and Leigh emphasize correct sampling strategy, filtration level selection, and timing of tests to ensure results accurately represent the wine that will be bottled. Practical lab workflows, sample volume requirements, and real-world bottling considerations are covered to help winemakers reduce risk and avoid post-bottling stability issues. Leigh previously appeared on Inside Winemaking in May 2019 to discuss the founding and early development of her wine lab, MyEnologist, including its analytical services and role in supporting winemakers. This episode builds on that earlier conversation by applying lab-based analysis directly to cellar decision-making, with a focused, technical look at stability testing and intervention strategies used in modern winemaking.

On today's episode, we discuss the Blight that nearly wiped out wine, and how wine and indeed the world might be different if it had unfolded differently.

Welcome back to Beats Vines & Life! In this episode, hosts MJ Towler and Rob S introduce us to the vibrant world of Schermeister Audio, featuring the dynamic winemaking duo Laura S and Rob S. Get ready for an unfiltered and wildly entertaining conversation that blurs the lines between wine, music, and living life to the fullest.From tales of Idaho roots to tattoo regrets, bold love stories, and the art of crafting wines that are as memorable as they are delicious, this episode peels back the curtain on what it really takes to make it in the wine industry—and have a little fun along the way. The trio dive into why wine is so much more than what's in the glass: it's a social lubricant, a marker of life's big moments, a creative journey, and yes, sometimes it's "tits in a glass."So pour yourself something bold and get ready for laughs, revelations, and a behind-the-scenes look at a Sonoma couple rewriting the rules of wine, love, and lifestyle. This is the episode where high art, irreverence, and heartfelt storytelling meet. Cheers!For more information about Schermeister Wineryclick the link!Follow Schermeister Winery on IG!____________________________________________________________Until next time, cheers to the mavericks, philosophers, deep thinkers, and wine drinkers! Subscribe and give Beats Vines and Life a five-star review on whichever platform you listen to.For insider info from MJ and exclusive content from the show, sign up at blackwineguy.comFollow MJ @blackwineguyFollow Beats Vines and Life @beatsvinesandlifeFollow Totally Biased Wine Reviews on IGSign up for Totally Biased Wine ReviewsGo to the-vines.com and use code BLACKWINEGUY to unlock member pricing and join their community for just $395, plus get a case of wines they make with their partners. (U.S. addresses only.) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join Lionel for a chaotic and opinionated final hour of The Other Side of Midnight, where "talk radio without callers is just broadcasting". Lionel dives headfirst into controversial waters, debating the physics of 9/11 and the "official narratives" surrounding historical events. He dismantles health myths like the Mediterranean diet and the alleged benefits of wine, before turning his sights on the "cringeworthy" authenticity of Erica Kirk and the art of faking tears on command.  The phone lines light up with a cast of characters, including a debate on racism in elevators and the memorable debut of "Party Marty"—a retired construction worker from Indiana sharing wild tales of Everclear hangovers and frozen thermometers. From bad impressions to ice storms that turn cars into "rock hard" cubes, this is late-night radio at its most unpredictable. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pop culture catch-up, Whine Mama-style. Annie and Jimena are chatting Harry Styles, Alix Earle headlines, the shows they're bingeing, a little celeb mom drama, beauty world chaos, and family feuds — all the things you scroll past but need to talk about. Come hang out while the Whine Mamas break it all down. Wine of the week: Martin Codax Albarino Honorable mentions: Ulta Beauty World, Alix Earle, Harry Styles, Cheesecake Factory

Learn all aspects of Halacha through our 10 minutes a day Kitzur Shulchan Aruch Yomi with Rabbi Ya'akov Trump. This series is kindly sponsored by the Moshe Group & CA In the zechus of רבקה בילה בת נחמה שיפרה And in honor of Rabbi Trump Photo by google images

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The wine world is changing—and if you're drinking the same way you did five years ago, you're missing something. In this episode, we dive into the 2026 wine trends behind a quiet but powerful shift in how people drink today. Prestige labels and power wines are losing ground to lighter, fresher, more drinkable styles chosen for real life—not status. Heavy reds aren't disappearing, but they are being rethought, chilled, and replaced by wines that feel better at the table and easier to live with. We explore why crisp whites now outsell reds, how chillable reds and "bistro wines" became mainstream, and why forgotten categories like Marsala, sweet wines, and everyday bubbles are making an unexpected return. You'll hear how climate change, health awareness, sustainability, and rising prices are reshaping taste—and why value hunting has gone global, from Southern Italy to Greece and Portugal. This conversation also looks at low-ABV and no-ABV wines as part of intentional drinking rather than abstinence, and how celebrity influence and storytelling are changing the way people discover wine. If your wine preferences have shifted—or you're curious why the rules suddenly feel different—this episode will explain what's really going on. Wine in 2026 is lighter, colder, more affordable, and more human.

It's Monday, Let's raise a glass to the beginning of another week. It's time to unscrew, uncork or saber a bottle and let's begin Exploring the Wine Glass!  The statistics all state the wine consumption is decreasing. According to Statista, wine consumption has dropped 6.75% since 2019 and the International Organization of Vine and Wine says that wine consumption has dropped 2.6% just this last year. In fact, global wine consumption has reached its lowest point since 1996. Enter the world of de-alcoholized wine.  Fact.MR has predicted that non-alcohol wine will increase its  market substantially in the next ten years; from 2.57 billion to 6.94 billion dollars. And in the forefront of this massive trend is Giesen Wines in New Zealand. I had the pleasure to sit down with Duncan Shouler, Director of Innovation to discuss the process and their goals for this line.    While you are listening, it would be greatly appreciated if you could take one minute to subscribe, rate and review. It takes only a few seconds of your time but means so much to the show.  Also, please be sure to check the box for automatic downloads so that new episodes of Exploring the Wine Glass show up in your “next up feed.” The next best way to support Exploring the Wine Glass is to tell your friends. If you enjoy the podcast, your wine loving friends will too. Follow me on all the socials and finally, don't forget to head to the website, Exploring the Wine Glass.com to read the blog, and sign up for the newsletter to keep up with all the happenings.  Slainte!  Find out more about my Wine Education Classes here Order Spanish Wine Bingo Game here Earn your Rioja Enthusiasts Certification here Find out about Giesen Wines here Music: WINE by Kēvens Official Video Follow me on Instagram!   Follow me on Twitter! Subscribe to my YouTube channel SIGN UP FOR EXPLORING THE WINE GLASS NEWSLETTER SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES STITCHER | iTUNES | YOUTUBE | SPOTIFY | PODBEAN | AUDIBLE | BOOMPLAY Even ask your smart speaker to play Exploring the Wine Glass GIVE US A RATING AND REVIEW Thoughts or comments? Contact Lori at exploringthewineglass@gmail.com. Please support our sponsors Dracaena Wines - Our Wines + Your Moments + Great Memories Use code 'Explore' at checkout to receive 10% off your first order Wine Tasting Club - Use promo wine5 for a discount  GET SPECIAL OFFERS FOR DRACAENA WINES