EPISODE · Feb 14, 2026 · 39 MIN
Merrick Watts on Comedy, Discipline & Wine 🍷 | The untold side of Merrick Watts
from The Wined Up · host The Wined Up
Send us Fan MailPublic speaking is humanity’s biggest fear — so why does Merrick Watts love stand-up comedy?In this episode of The Wined Up, we sit down with Australian comedian and wine enthusiast Merrick Watts to explore the mindset behind performance, the evolution of comedy in the social media era, and what real discipline looks like behind the scenes.We also dive into wine stories, including a memorable Rockford Black Shiraz moment, the evolution of An Idiot’s Guide to Wine Volume 3. Topics include:● Stand-up comedy and controlling fear● Wine tasting stories and rare bottles● Comedy vs social media creators● Discipline vs motivation● Stoicism and emotional control● Balancing multiple careers and projects Drink more, try more, learn more. Like, comment, and subscribe.✅ Chapters00:00 Stand-up, fear & mindset 00:00:31 Merrick intro + $1000 d’Yquem challenge 00:02:24 Wine icebreakers + best wine moment 00:08:23 Idiot’s Guide to Wine Vol. 3 00:13:45 Comedy origins + influences 00:17:35 Social media vs real stand-up 00:24:02 Discipline, balance & routines 00:31:49 Stoicism, growth & rapid-fireSubscribe to @thewinedup and comment on what would you pair with some Frangos? Follow Us on Instagram (The.Wined.Up) or TikTok (@thewinedup ).Visit our website https://www.thewinedup.com.au/ or email us at [email protected]. #wine, #winetasting, #winepodcast, #merrickwatts, #standupcomedy, #australianpodcast, #chateaudyquem, #discipline, #stoicism, #mindset, #wineinterview, #goldengaytime, #thewinedupFollow Us on YouTube (@TheWinedUp), Instagram (The.Wined.Up), Tik Tok (@TheWinedUp), Spotify (The Wined Up), Amazon Music ( TheWinedUp), and Apple Podcasts (The Wined Up). Visit our website https://www.thewinedup.com.au or email us at [email protected]. Drink More, Try More, Learn More.
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Send us Fan Mail Public speaking is humanity’s biggest fear — so why does Merrick Watts love stand-up comedy? In this episode of The Wined Up, we sit down with Australian comedian and wine enthusiast Merrick Watts to explore the mindset behind performance, the evolution of comedy in the social media era, and what real discipline looks like behind the scenes. We also dive into wine stories, including a memorable Rockford Black Shiraz moment, the evolution of An Idiot’s Guide to Wine Volume 3. ...
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