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Always Drink The Good Stuff!
by Stepan Baghdassarian
Stepan Baghdassarian has interesting conversations with interesting people about food, wine, comedy, art, travel, restaurants, music, culture, entertainment, and lifestyle. Yes, sometimes it's even about drinking the good stuff!
Episodes
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Vahe Baloulian - Wine Entrepreneur & Armenian Wine Advocate
In this episode of Always Drink the Good Stuff!, Stepan Baghdassarian sits down with Vahe Baloulian, wine entrepreneur, winery owner, and one of the people instrumental in shaping Yerevan’s modern wine culture. Vahe is a partner in In Vino, Trinity Canyon Vineyards, Tapastan, and Akump, with a...
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Anthony Rahayel - No Garlic No Onions - Lebanese Food Lover, Storyteller & YouTuber
Anthony Rahayel of No Garlic No Onions joins me for a fascinating and heartfelt conversation about Lebanon, Middle Eastern food, hospitality and culture.Anthony has become one of the leading voices showcasing the authentic food culture of Lebanon and the Middle East through his videos…
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Toshio Ueno DipWSET - 2016 Sake Samurai, Master of Sake, Master Sake Sommelier, and a WSET Sake Educator
In this episode, we sit down with Toshio Ueno—Sake Samurai, Master of Sake, Master Sake Sommelier, and WSET Sake Educator—making him the only person in the world to hold all three titles, along with the WSET Level 4 Diploma in Wines. We dive into everything you’ve always wanted to know about...
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Sona Movsesian - Podcast Co-Host, Author, Comedian, Media Personality
In this episode, we’re joined by Sona Movsesian — author, comedian, and co-host of Conan O'Brien Needs a Friend. We talk about her journey working with Conan O'Brien, the evolution of her role from assistant to on-air personality, and the Armenia trip that helped reconnect her with her heritage.…
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Guillemette Ferrando - Famille Isabel Ferrando | Châteauneuf-du-Pape.
A wonderful conversation with Guillemette Ferrando of Famille Isabel Ferrando in Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Guillemette and her mother, acclaimed winemaker Isabel Ferrando, are currently featured on the cover of the March issue of Wine Spectator — one of the highest recognitions in the wine world. We...
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Aram Deirmenjian - Proprietor & Winemaker - Kiamie Wine Cellars | Paso Robles
We had a wonderful and honest conversation with Aram Deirmenjian of Kiamie Wine Cellars in Paso Robles. Aram shares the full story behind Kiamie — how the winery started, why they chose Paso Robles, and what makes the Paso wine culture so unique. We dive into his evolution as a winemaker, how his...
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Varinder Sahi - Owner & Winemaker - Copia Vineyards | Paso Robles
In this episode, we sit down with Varinder Sahi, Owner & Winemaker of Copia Vineyards in Paso Robles, for a candid and deeply human conversation about land, heritage, and the unlikely path that led him to world-class winemaking. Born in Punjab and raised within thirteen generations of Indian...
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Ara Dabandjian - Musician, Element Band
I recently had the pleasure of sitting down with Ara Dabandjian, founder, arranger, and musical director of Element Band, for a deep, thoughtful, and truly inspiring conversation about music, culture, and legacy. Founded in 2005, Element Band has become a cornerstone of the Armenian music scene…
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Vander (Von) Kochar - Filmmaker, Writer & Philosopher
🎙️ Always Drink the Good Stuff! Podcast – Featuring Vander (Von) Kochar Filmmaker, Writer & Philosopher In this episode of Always Drink the Good Stuff!, I sit down with award-winning filmmaker, writer, and philosopher Vander (Von) Kochar — a visionary creator whose work challenges the limits of...
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Larry Shaffer - Winemaker/Owner tercero Wines
🎙️ Always Drink the Good Stuff! Podcast – Featuring Larry Schaffer of tercero wines & The Rhone Rangers 🍷 This week, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Larry Schaffer — Owner & Winemaker of tercero wines and President of the Board of Directors for The Rhone Rangers. Larry’s knowledge and...
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Chris Caruso - Chris Caruso Wines
On today’s episode, we welcome Chris Caruso of Chris Caruso Wines, a passionate winemaker from California’s Santa Barbara County. Chris shares his inspiring journey into wine — his second career, much like so many who fall deeply in love with wine and turn that passion into a calling. We talk…
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Berdj Karapetian - Executive Chairman - Armenian American Museum
Episode: Building a Legacy — The Armenian American Museum with Berdj Karapetian In this inspiring episode, I sit down with Berdj Karapetian, Executive Chairman of the Armenian American Museum, to talk about a vision decades in the making. Berdj shares his remarkable story — born in Armenia and...
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Richard Bravo - Scenic & Emerald Cruises
This Week on the Always Drink the Good Stuff! Podcast This week’s episode was an absolute treat — a wonderfully fun and insightful conversation with Richard Bravo of Scenic & Emerald Cruises. We talked about everything that makes travel magical: cruising through Europe, discovering hidden gems in...
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George Saikali - President & CEO Glendale YMCA
Welcome to another episode of Always Drink the Good Stuff! Today, I had the privilege of sitting down with George Saikali, the President and CEO of the Glendale YMCA — a man whose life story is as inspiring as the organization he leads. George takes us back to his humble beginnings in southern...
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Herbie Monterrosa - Italian & French Wine Expert & Great Guy
Today’s guest on Always Drink the Good Stuff! Podcast is someone who truly lives and breathes wine. I had the pleasure of sitting down with my good friend Herbie Monterrosa — a lifelong wine enthusiast, passionate wine salesman, dedicated traveler, and expert on both French and Italian wines....
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Vahagn Voskanyan – Zara Muradyan Wines
Welcome back to Always Drink the Good Stuff, where we explore the stories behind the glass and the passionate people shaping the world of wine. This week, we’re honored to welcome Vahagn Voskanyan, the force behind Zara Muradyan Wines — a remarkable Armenian winery led by his talented wife,...
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Ara Zada - Chef, Author, TV Personality and Content Creator
Welcome back to Always Drink the Good Stuff where we dive deep into the stories behind the flavors and the people who bring them to life. Today, we’re thrilled to sit down with Ara Zada: chef, author, TV personality, and social media creator whose bold, heartfelt approach to Armenian and Middle...
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Dr. Garo Bouldoukian - Garo Cigars
What Do Chiropractors and Cigars Have in Common? Relief. On this episode of Always Drink the Good Stuff!, we sit down with Dr. Garo Bouldoukian— a chiropractor who followed his other passion for cigars and founded Garo Cigars. From healing pain to crafting pleasure, his journey is as bold as his...
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Greg Nemet - Co-Owner of Kareen Wines
In this episode of Always Drink the Good Stuff!, I had the pleasure of sitting down with the incredibly dedicated and talented winemaker Greg Nemet, co-owner of Kareen Wines. Greg shares his family's fascinating journey—from Armenian roots in Georgia and Russia to building a life (and a wine…
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Kev Orkian - British-Armenian Comedian, Musician, Actor
In this episode of Always Drink the Good Stuff!, we sit down with the incredibly talented Kev Orkian – a British-Armenian comedian, musician, and actor. Kev opens up about his upbringing, sharing the unique experience of growing up in a close-knit Armenian family in London. He reflects on his...
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Vahe Berberian - Comedian, Artist, Storyteller
In this episode, I had the incredible honor of sitting down with Vahe Berberian, a multi-talented Armenian artist, comedian, painter, novelist, and storyteller. Known for his captivating work that blends humor, cultural reflection, and artistic mastery, Vahe shares his unique perspective on life,...
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Jack Assadourian Jr. - Comedian
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Adam Kablanian - Alexandrea Winery
Adam Kablanian is a tech entrepreneur, wine entrepreneur, philanthropist humanitarian, and the owner of Alexandrea Winery in Armenia #AdamKablanian #AlexandreaWinery #viragelogic #Infosys
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Allison Levine - Owner, Please The Palate
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Victoria Arslanian - CEO - Armas Wines, Armenia
Victoria Arslanian is a trailblazing winery owner and winemaker who knows what it takes not only to put her winery on the world map but also the entire Armenian wine industry. Hear her story and the story of Armas wines.
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Melkon Khosrovia - Co-Founder - Greenbar Distillery
A Pioneering Craft Distiller, Melkon Khosrovian is the co-founder and spirits maker at Greenbar Distillery, Los Angeles’s first distillery since Prohibition and maker of a growing portfolio of organic spirits and non-alcoholic cocktails. Learn how it was a graduate class in journalism that...
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Alan Semsar - CEO - Barcelona Enterprises
A heartfelt and sometimes touching conversation with social media influencer and marketer, the CEO of Barcelona Enterprises Alen Semsar. #alwaysdrinkthegoodstuff #alwaysdrinkthegoodstuffpodcast #stepanbaghdassarian #podcast #alansemsar #marketing #socialmediainfluencer #privateaviation...
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lan Blackburn - Founder & CEO - LearnAboutWine.com
A passionate conversation with wine educator, sommelier, winemaker and founder and CEO of Learn About Wine Ian Blackburn.
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Viken Yacoubian, Ph.D. - Partner - Yacoubian-Hobbs Wines
A candid and inspiring conversation with psychologist, college professor, school principal and winery owner Dr. Viken Yacoubian. Learn how love of wine and love of Armenia brought Viken to set up a winery in Armenia in partnership with world renowned winemaker Paul Hobbs. Learn how that…
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Greg Hosharian - Composer/Conductor/Musician/Professor
Greg Hosharian joins the podcast to talk to Stepan about music! From his childhood and family roots to conducting an orchestra at the Disney Concert Hall!
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Frederic Hemon - Sommelier
Stepan sits down with Sommelier, Frederic Hemon and talks about his passion for wine, hospitality, and his vast experience as the sommelier at the amazing Alexander's Steakhouse in Pasadena.
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Karineh Gurjian - Photographer
Stepan sits down with photographer Karineh Gurjian and talks about her inspiration for the photographic art she is so passionate about creating.
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Stepan Baghdassarian has interesting conversations with interesting people about food, wine, comedy, art, travel, restaurants, music, culture, entertainment, and lifestyle. Yes, sometimes it's even about drinking the good stuff!
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Stepan Baghdassarian has interesting conversations with interesting people about food, wine, comedy, art, travel, restaurants, music, culture, entertainment, and lifestyle. Yes, sometimes it's even about drinking the good stuff!
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