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EP 314:A DOTJ CLASSIC from the archives. Andre Mack is everywhere. Enjoy...

Episode 313: Author Robin Robinson joins me to discuss his new book, The History of Whiskey. Reading it is like experiencing a Ken Burns documentary—only in a glass.

Episode 312: Mathieu Sabbagh is distilling Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grapes from Burgundy to create the award-winning SABS Gin, Marc de Bourgogne, and Fine de Bourgogne.

Episode 311: Demaison Selections celebrates Thirty years. Countless bottles. Endless stories. Director Ryan Looper has a big secret to share!

Episode 310: Pierre-Antoine Rovani has turned Maison Remoissenet into a serious terroir driven Burgundy house. Let’s talk Burgundy!

Episode 309: Emmy Award winning Chef Andrew Zimmern's new book, The Blue Food Cookbook is your seafood bible.

Episode 308:Two rooms, one great vibe: Café Mulberry and The Mulberry. Partner Justin Sievers on what it takes.

Episode 307: Cho Wines, Oregon—precision, soul, electricity in every glass.

Episode 306- L’erta…If Chianti had a Grand Cru village, it might be Radda. Real deal Chianti.

Episode 305: Philippe Guyonnet of Pierre Gravée Vouvray and the electric energy of Chenin Blanc.

Episode 304:Victor Schwartz is a hero. VOS Imports’ landmark victory over Trump’s tariffs! The back story starts here.

Episode 303:Peasant Restaurant—the city’s most exciting Italian wine list, the sexiest room in town, and its charismatic Wine Director, Michael Laudenslager.

REDUX: Zach Berger shares a pint and the fascinating history of Guinness.

Episode 302:Ari Sussman, Eric Church, and JYPSI Whiskey—what happens when you stop playing it safe and trust your gut.

REDUX: Jared Deery guarded an NBA star and stared down an armed mobster skipping out on a check—so opening a gallery and building an art community was a cinch.

Episode 301: Sardine Tasting with Two Legends of Wine—Eric Guido from Vinous and Audrey Frick of Jeb Dunnuck

Episode 301: Raoul's Restaurant at 50: From the archives

Episode 300: A quiet Christmas reflection on love, memory, and human connection.

Discover the rich legacy of Keens Steak House with James Conley, historian and wine director.

The perfect NYC holiday trifecta—Rockefeller Center, the dazzling window displays, and a seafood feast at Oceana!

Episode 299- Scott Large built Provisions Fine Beverage into Oklahoma’s top importer—this is the wild story.

Episode 278:Andrew O’Reilly at the world-famous Hospices de Beaune auction!

Episode 297: Marquita Levy — dancer, wine rep, and a force in the New York wine scene.

Episode 296:Jean Garandeau, Managing Director of Champagne Jacquesson + Sales & Marketing Director at Artémis Domaines.

Episode 295: Billy Weiss, the man behind North Berkeley Imports.

Episode 293: Raj Vaidya: the sommelier who shaped America’s taste for fine wine.

Yannick Benjamin’s inspiring story and the success of Wine on Wheels.

EPISODE 292: Chef John DeLucie reveals the story behind Cook Unity. Bonus: Top 10 cooking tips you won’t want to miss!

Greatest Hits- Kyle MacLachlan on Dennis Hopper, David Lynch, cold beer and his amazing career!

Episode 291: Phillip Hunt – Chef, Wine Guru, and Co-Owner of Winslow’s Tavern in Wellfleet, Massachusetts

Episode 290: Michael Cecchi-Azzolina, owner of Cecchi’s Restaurant — it’s more than dining, it’s an experience.

Episode 289: Michael Duffy — Corporate Wine Director, Rezdôra & Massara

Episode 288: Brad Nugent, co-founder of Innovative Beverage Strategies.

Episode 287: David Lynch—author, restaurateur, and Italian wine authority—has shaped the way we think about and drink Italian wine.

Episode 286: Clos Cibonne, my rosé pick of the summer, and tariff talks with my favorite guest, Ryan Looper.

Episode 285: Sean Josephs, co-founder and Master Blender of Pinhook Bourbon

Episode 284: Steve Wells of Time & Direction Wines

Episode 283: Audrey Frick, Senior Editor and Wine Critic at JebDunnuck, offers a sharp update on Oregon's evolving wine scene.

Episode 282: Allie Prater-Besset, Owner of Entre Nous Wine Bar

Episode 281: Marc Davidson, owner of one of Lisbon’s top restaurants, Senhor Uva, pulls back the curtain.

Episode 280: Randall Grahm -California’s most visionary and influential winemaker.

Episode 279- Man-Laï - Associate Producer - Ghosts of the Chelsea Hotel (and Other Rock & Roll stories)

Episode 278: David Weitzenhoffer – Founder of Community Wine & Spirits

Episode 277: TEQUILA TROMBA- Master Distiller, Marco Cedano

Episode 276: Wunderground Coffee’s Founder & CEO Jody Hall

Episode 275: Hannah Selinger, author of "Cellar Rat," makes The New York Times Book Review.

Episode 274: Lebowski's Kool-Luah

Episode 273: Chris Matthews- Hardball

Episode 272: René Barbier Jr. of Clos Mogador in Priorat.

Episode 271: Cristiana Tiberio of Tiberio Winery makes world class wines from Abruzzo. It’s not opinion, it’s fact. Find them and drink them as soon as possible.

Episode 270: Michael Schmelzer’s Monte Bernardi Chianti Classico is a stunning example of Sangiovese at its best. This is why you have to seek these wines out.

Episode 269: Joe Tensley's Syrahs will be your favorite red wine. They're affordable, and every top wine critic agrees.

Library Release: Marcos Bairros and the lost wine region of Colares, Portugal.

Episode 268: Ryan Looper, Chief Growth Officer at Demaison Selections, shares insights on the Wine&Spirits business.

Episode 267: Christy Canterbury MW joins me as we uncover the hidden forces driving Burgundy's astronomical wine prices!

Episode 266: Legendary steakhouse Smith & Wollensky and cool wine guy Aaron Sagendorf.

Nicolas Joly: Winemaker, Pioneer, and Godfather of Biodynamic Wines

Episode 265: Restaurant Maison Sun's owner Carlos Gasperi took his underground dinner parties to culinary stardom. Learn how a PhD in German literature aided this amazing journey.

A Short Christmas Message- Be The Light.

Episode 264: Suhail Mandani is a multifaceted storyteller and entrepreneur, bridging creative writing and business strategy with an incredible passion for wine and coffee. Stop in to Saltwater coffee and have the best espresso in NYC.

Episode 263: Diego De La Vega, Founder and Partner of Zomoz Mezcal, joins me to explore the vibrant depths of Mexican culture and its ongoing renaissance. Zomoz stands out as one of the few certified organic Mezcals.

Episode 262: Eric Guido - The Kickboxing, Carnivore Critic of Vinous Fame - Shares Insider Travel Secrets, the Ultimate Thanksgiving Wine, and Spotlights One of Italy's Hottest Regions

Episode 261:David Kong is revolutionizing the wine industry on two fronts: his handblown Glasvin stemware graces tables at dozens of Michelin-starred restaurants, while his platform Somm.ai has become the wine trade's go-to resource.

Episode 260: A Legacy Renewed: Step inside Delmonico's historic revival with owner Dennis Turcinovic. Experience centuries of tradition, then linger over Manhattan's finest cuisine, exceptional wines, and legendary service.

Episode 259: Kazumi Wines founder Michelle Sakazaki may be the fresh voice Napa needs. Her Cabernet Sauvignon pays homage to classic styles, while her Koshu—a thousand-year-old Japanese varietal—redefines excellence in white wine.

Episode 258:Sixth-generation vintner Albéric Bichot leads Maison Albert Bichot, crafting organic wines from premier Burgundy terroirs, from Richebourg Grand Cru to Chablis. He also discusses Burgundy's place in today's wine market.

Episode 257:In the early 1900s, Bacanora—Sonora's legendary agave spirit—was forced into prohibition. Decades later, visionary Rodrigo Bojorquez Bours would introduce his single-estate Bacanora. Agave enthusiasts, this is one story you won't want to miss.

Episode 256: Tom Macy, co-founder of Social Hour RTD Cocktails, shares his "mad scientist" obsession with crafting the best cocktails on the market today. He takes us on an incredible journey to raise the bar and set a new standard for cocktails.

Episode 255:Jason Wise, acclaimed for his wine documentaries and award-winning films, is set to release his latest project-Ghosts of Napa Valley- this week. This spine-chilling film delves into the eerie history of abandoned wineries and their spirits.

Episode 254: Brian Talley of Talley Vineyards joins me to explore the true meaning of sustainability—and how Wine Can Save The World! After 38 harvests, he certainly has a few words of wisdom to share.

Episode 253: Brandi Bowles, Co-founder of Boss Molly Bourbon, shares the story of how three women met at a poker table, created a fantastic whiskey and went on to win a Double Gold Medal.

Why are Wellfleet Oysters so wicked good?! Let’s go to the source with two local heroes and talk merrior.

Episode 252: Ray Isle, Executive Wine Editor of Food & Wine, interviews Jesse Katz from Aperture Cellars. He has learned from the best producers in the world—Pétrus and Screaming Eagle to name a few, and is ready to share his story.

Episode 251: Guest host Audrey Frick, top wine journalist for Jeb Dunnuck, interviews wine making pioneer Dan Petroski of Massican. Two wine stars under the same sky.

Episode 250: Kate Webb is the CEO/Co-Founder of Sun Moon Rising. She’s a Certified Sommelier and Astrology lover, bringing together two ancient arts: astrology and winemaking.

Episode 249: Pascaline Lepeltier is not just a Master Sommelier; she is a globally recognized authority on wine. Beyond her extensive expertise, she truly understands the power of human connection.

Episode 248: Nick Mautone is an Author, Hospitality Guru, and mentor to many—from Gramercy Tavern to the Rainbow Room, he has seen it all.

Episode 247: How does a kid from Champagne become the Senior Winemaker at Stags' Leap Winery? It's an incredible, winding journey to one of Napa's most iconic wineries.

Episode 246: Two Loire legends, Lise Jousset and Sebastien David, join me to discuss why the Loire Valley continues to offer some of the most incredible wines in the world and still affordable. Chenin Blanc and Cab Franc lovers this is your show.

Episode 245: Woody Hambrecht is a third generation farmer and winemaker based in Dry Creek Valley. Woody and his friend Justin Kan decided to launch a family of non-alcoholic wine. What’s the secret to its success? Take a listen.

Episode 244:Here’s a secret, LaRina is the best Italian food in New York. Incredible pasta, grass fed beef, whole roasted fish, insane wine list and the service is like a hug from an old friend.

The Redux: The Black Wine Guy Experience Podcast Host MJ Towler joins me to talk wine, race in America and our love of music.

Episode 243: Kimberly Cavoores is the Wine Director for Family Meal at Blue Hill. Her journey began unconventionally, as a self-educated wine connoisseur who traveled the globe. She reminds us all to embrace the joy of wine and ditch the pretentiousness.

Episode 242: Scott Eddy is an Innovator, Trend Setter, Globe Trotter, Entrepreneur and Brand Builder. He lives outside the lines and has a life most people would envy.

Episode 241: SF Chronicle named Laura Brennan Bissell a winemaker to watch for her Inconnu wines. I see a legend in the making. Her new Columbia Gorge wines, Aitia, are about to launch and are stunning. Watch out world. You heard it here first.

Episode 240: Dominick Purnomo, owner of Dominick Purnomo restaurant group, wanted to bring a world class wine program to Albany. He’s done that and more. His accolades are too many to list. Albany is in the house!

Episode 239:From Couture to Head Sommelier at Michelin-starred Marea, Liz Nicholson embodies hospitality, she now owns Frankly Wine & Spirit Shop and the remarkable wine bar Della’s. Let’s start at the beginning.

Top pick:New York Times wine critic, Eric Asimov, reminisces about his famous '$25 And Under' column, the death threats he received and the gritty nineties.

Episode 238: Guest host Mr Pete steps in and interviews Ken Dashow, a disc jockey at New York City's WAXQ "Q104.3" classic rock radio station. We got some stories to tell.

Redux: Brewmaster Garrett Oliver of Brooklyn Brewery gives us a Master Class on Brewing and fermentation.

Episode 237: Director of Sales Georgy Zaydenman explains why Empirical Spirits is a Flavor Company and making some of the most creative spirits in the world!

Episode 236: Stephen Kurpinsky is the US Brand Ambassador for Mr Black Cold Brew  Coffee Liqueur.  Your search too make the best Espresso Martini is over and your Cold Brew gets taken to another level!

Episode 235: Actor, musician and poet Ciarán Tyrrell discusses his deep Irish roots and his success at being the General Manager of the legendary Blue Ribbon Restaurant Group.

Episode 233: Can you help save the planet one cork at a time, help low-income populations transform our cities? Allison Scollar believes so, and that’s why she is a Board Member at RETI Center. Raise a glass, save the cork. Climate, Community, Justice.

Episode 232: Maria Sinskey- celebrated Chef, Author and Entrepreneur spills the tea on the Sinskey’s latest Moonshot, Wilding Farm. Get ready food and wine world, here it comes.

Episode 231:What happens when you get two powerhouse women together who love beer and business? You get the only female owned and operated Brewery in New York City, Talea Beer Co. Let’s talk Beer and business with Tara Hankinson.

Episode 229: Sabato Sagaria is a hospitality king. His highlights include Director of F&B at The Little Nell, Chief Restaurant Officer for USHG and current Managing Partner and Co-Founder of Apres Cru Hospitality. He’s also an MS.

Episode 228: Sam Doyle is the Global Wine Director at Cambridge Wines in NJ and the Wine Guru renowned for his IG reels on what to drink and why @cambridgewines.

Episode 227: Have you ever wondered about the creative process behind that incredible mouthwatering cocktail? Brian Evans, Director of Bars for Sunday Hospitality, joins me to spill the spirit. BONUS: INSIDER INFO on the coolest places to hang in NYC.

Episode 226: Chinese Tuxedo is a Cantonese Style restaurant set in a former Opera House. It was once headquarters for the notorious Tong Gang Wars in the early 1900’s. Ben Gardiner, Beverage Director for Tuxedo Hospitality, joins me for the deep dive.

Episode 225: Air Force Veteran Dana Andersen did a tour in Kuwait, then moved on to the FBI. A glass of wine changed her life forever.

Episode 224: Audrey Frick has road stories that read like an epic adventure. She travels the world as Senior Editor for JebDunnuck.com writing and reviewing wines from Sonoma, Oregon, Tuscany, Piedmont and Champagne.

Episode 222: For the finest Guinness in NYC, check out Monk McGinn's and Boss Tweed's in Tribeca. McGinn's is a premier sports bar, while Boss Tweed's offers a more upscale speakeasy experience.

Episode 221:Raise a glass to the Dead Rabbit, one of the world’s most celebrated and award winning Pubs. Director of Operations Laura Torres joins me to talk about their standard of excellence and their new venture, Irish Exit.

Episode 220:Isolation Proof Gin was born in 2020 in a wooden barn in Western Catskills. It’s sustainable with minimal intervention. Jake Sherry's small batch Gin uses all organic botanicals, local spring water, and sets a new standard of flavor.

Episode 219: Ray Isle’s new book, The World In A Wine Glass, is a celebration of incredible wines grown with care for the environment and the people and stories behind them. A must have for any wine lover! It’s a guide book of brilliant affordable wines.

Episode 218:The Columbia Gorge is one of the most fascinating places to make wines on the planet. Steven Thompson of Analemma captures that essence and makes wines that are a spiritual experience. You have to taste to believe.

This is the month to give thanks, so let's listen to the incredible journey of Kone Sindou, who bravely escaped the clutches of becoming a child soldier in the African civil war to building a life that defied all odds.

Episode 217: Texas is making incredible wine! Ross McLauchlan, CEO of The Austin Winery, joins me to discuss their vision and partnerships with small, family owned vineyards farming sustainably.

Episode 216:Discover the essence of caviar with insights from Lisa Simon, CEO & Founder of Haute Caviar. Her expertise lies in sourcing the highest quality natural caviar, cultivated through sustainable farming practices.

Episode 215:THE BILLION OYSTER PROJECT is restoring oyster reefs to New York Harbor and rebuilding its natural biodiversity. 100 million oysters restored, million pounds of shells recycled,11 thousand students engaged.

Episode 214: Tori Ciambriello invites us to join her adventures through Spain, her chance encounter with renowned Wine Importer Robert Chadderdon, and the historic reopening of the restaurant Gage & Tollner.

Episode 213:Michael Greenlee was a key figure among a group of “young guns” that captured the zeitgeist of sommelier culture, ushering in the "Rock Star Era” of the Somm.

Episode 212:Katharine Hooper is at the helm of one of the most dynamic wine programs in NYC. In its first year, One Fifth earned a Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence for its program. BONUS: Some fall wines to get you going.

Episode 211:There is a poetic connection between George Washington Carver and George Washington Carver Walker III, both deeply connected to agriculture. Check out his unique journey to becoming the Brand Ambassador for Wade Cellars. Wine for the people!

Episode 210 :Bret Csencsitz’s goal is to make Gotham the most meaningful restaurant in New York City. The level of elegance and comfort is only surpassed by the great food, wine and art. It’s well on its way.

Episode 209: @Cokies World Of Wine takes you on a journey to France, Austria, Italy, Croatia and beyond. Your wine class starts now, follow her on Instagram.

Episode 208:The Hotel Chelsea still feels like the Bohemian haven that has shaped American Culture. From Leonard Cohen, Arthur Miller,Jimmy Hendrix, Andy Warhol, and many more. The new renovation retained its’ history while moving into the future.

Episode 207: Anish Patel survived a deadly car crash. Then found his real calling. He makes the best Natural Wines coming out of California and donates 5% of his proceeds providing 100,000 meals to the hungry in L.A. and Orange County. Be the change…

Episode 206:Megan Klein started out as an environmental lawyer fighting Frackers and ended up creating Little Saints, an alternative way to relax and enjoy alcohol-free cocktails made with top quality adaptogens.

Episode 205:The history of Rum can be traced to the Portuguese Island of Madeira, ground zero for the best rum in the world. William Hinton Distillery is the gold standard. Let’s taste with Export Manager Pedro Dias.

Episode 203:Vanessa Phillips is an inspiring individual with a mission to bridge the gap between small farmers and consumers in her community driven wine shop, Vitis Fine Wine & Spirits.

Episode 202: Rhys Williams is on the go! When she’s not representing the hottest Italian Spirit brand, Faccia Brutto, she can be found working the door at the best bar in North America, Attaboy.

Episode 201:Julie Macklowe set out to create the best American Single Malt. She succeeded. The Macklowe Whiskies are some of the most sought after around the globe. There’s no stopping Julie Macklowe.

Episode 200: The Orendain Brothers, descendents of one of the most recognized families in the Tequila Industry, also run the oldest distillery in Mexico. Drink History, Drink Arette.

The best Pizza in NYC is in New Jersey. Jersey City to be exact, at Razza Artigianale. It received 3 stars from the New York Times and was the Critics Pick. Dan Richer is obsessed with all things fermented. The bread and butter is just the beginning.

Episode 198: Hanabi Lager Company uses heirloom barley and ancient grains to craft incredible beers that are highly sought after. Nick Gislason is the brewer, who also happens to be the winemaker at Screaming Eagle.

The Redux: This episode is from November 2020 when Faccia Brutto was just starting. Today they are one of the most sought after hand crafted Italian Spirits in the market.

Episode 197: Cory Fitzsimmons’ Method Vermouth was a dream come true for this ex-bartender. His local NY Vermouth is taking the market by storm.

Episode 196:Mathieu Roland Billecart, 7th generation and CEO of Billecart- Salmon, joins me to discuss their history, legacy and vision for the future.

Episode 195: Nacho Monclus is a true Spaniard steeped in its' history and culture. He’s bringing one of the most dynamic Spanish Portfolios to the U.S.

Episode 194: Lucia Loves Wine is a certified Somm and Digital Creator that helps launch brands and teaches everyone something about their favorite beverage.

Episode 193: After a career ending injury in baseball, Matt Tebbetts built his field of dreams in the wine world. He is the founder of Mission Grape in South Carolina–the company represents small, organically farmed wineries––it’s been a home run!

Episode 192: Cathy Corison is a Trailblazer, Wine Legend and Icon.

Episode 191:Chef-Author, Diana Barnett was destined for the culinary world. Her father was a world-class Gourmand. She started a catering company at age fifteen and no one was going to get in her way.

Episode 190:Toshio Ueno is the only person in the world to hold three prestigious Sake titles: Master of Sake, Master Sake Sommelier and WSET Sake Educator.

Episode 189: Kama Geary’s Bacaro restaurant is a gem. The food, the vibe, the ambience… it’s more than a restaurant. It’s an experience.

Episode 188: @wine.gini is one of the most influential IG accounts in the wine industry. She makes you feel like you are in the vineyard with her but it wasn’t easy building this beautiful life.

Episode 186: Ryan Looper delivers a MasterClass on Piedmont,not from the academic side but from his intuitive knowledge and passion for this region he holds sacred.

Episode 185: Carolyn Gil, Ambassador of Yola Mezcal, talks about her roots and how this brand is shaking up the male-dominated business.

Episode 184: Salvatore Agusta is spreading the gospel of Italian History and Culture, get ready for your Baptism.

Episode 183:Riley Miller’s lo-fi wines of Sonder shows how great the wines of Washington State can be.

Episode 182: Sarah Looper’s @ loopersomm Instagram is hands down the best way to learn about wine.

Episode 181: Greatest hit of 2022: New Yorker Cartoonist , David Sipress, joins me to discuss his memoir -What's So Funny?

Episode 180: A Christmas message on keeping your dreams alive. Ben Davis has appeared on Broadway and concert stages around the world. He has some great news to share with us.

Episode 179: Amaras Co-founder–Santiago Suarez–gives us a Master Class on Mezcal and how to change the world one agave plant at a time.

Episode 178: Daryl Dismonds’ Venn Diagram- ACTOR-Marisa Tomei, Liev Schreiber, Paul Newman, Al Pacino- MODEL-Ralph Lauren, Paul Stuart, JCrew, Vogue-HOSPITALITY- David Bowie, Grace Jones, Keith McNally, Calvin Klein, Steve Rubell- DON’T MISS IT!

Episode 177: Redux: One of my FAVORITES! On his journey to becoming a Master Somm, Chris Blanchard has crossed paths with Courtney Love, Spike Jones and had the weirdest job I have ever heard of.

Episode 176: Happy Thanksgiving! Lessons on how not to F**ck up the Turkey with Chef Preston Clark.

Episode 175: From Reservoir Dog’s to cult winemaker, Scott Sampler’s CCGP and Scotty Boy wines takes things to another level.

Episode 174: Fresh Victor is taking the cocktail world by storm. Check out the story behind this industry disruptor.

Episode 173: Dana Cowin was Editor-in-Chief of Food & Wine for two decades. She’s mentored chefs, editors and consulted for restaurants. She is a legend in the food world.

Episode 172:How does a kid raised by a single mother in the Brooklyn projects end up with a yacht, his own real estate company and dominating the CBD market with his hand-rolled Cannhiba cigars. Listen and be inspired.

Episode 171: The Complete Whiskey Course was voted best Whiskey book ever. A must have for anyone who enjoys the spirit.

EPISODE 170: Let’s get high with bestselling author/journalist Mike Sager and ride the magic bus with Rick James, Bob Woodward and Kobe Bryant. Next stop….

Episode 169: Arcane American Whiskey Master Distiller Phil Morgan takes us to school.

Episode 168: Keep Winery thinks outside the box–obscure grape varieties, small vineyards and crazy delicious wines!

Episode 167: It was Randi Lee’s dream to open his own place. Leland Eating and Drinking House has become a Brooklyn hot spot and inspiration for a Food Network show.

Episode 166:Maximilian Riedel is the 11th-generation CEO and President of Riedel, a glassware manufacturer established in 1756 and still the best in show.

Episode 165: Emmeline Zhao’s journey to Managing Partner/Somm at the most exciting Chinese restaurant in the city is more complex than Quantum Theory.

Episode 164: Blackfish Bistro is a must visit in Truro, Mass. It’s the best restaurant on Cape Cod.

Episode 163 Redux: One of Johnny’s favorites-Arvid Rosengren’s arduous journey to the top of the wine world.

Episode 162: Shelley Lindgren’s A16 restaurant is why San Francisco is one of the worlds greatest food and wine destinations.

Episode 161: ZD Winery is a Napa icon, still family owned and operated since 1969!

Episode 160: Tour de France veteran and cycling legend George Hincapie.

Episode 159 The Redux: Opera Singer and Super Somm Hak Soo Kim of Per Se.

Episode 158: Dana Spaulding, owner of Wander+Ivy Wine company, on building a successful brand.

Episode 157: iIlahe Winery still uses horses in the vineyard, delivers their top wine by canoe and makes their own amphorae

Episode 156: Alice Feiring, the matriarch of the Natural wine movement, discusses her new book To Fall in Love, Drink This.

Episode 155: Pertois-Moriset has been a small grower Champagne house since 1951.

Episode 154: Etude Winery's 40th year anniversary!

Episode 153: Larry Sharpe is the Libertarian candidate for Governor. It’s time for a real change.

Episode 152: Sunshine Foss is all about community and elevating Black and minority owned brands through her Brooklyn stores Happy Cork and Happy Buds.

Episode 151: Rita Jammet, restaurant icon, Chief Bubble Officer of La Caravelle Champagne shares her amazing story.

Episode 150: Carrie Lyn Strong is a top wine professional and incredible athlete. Who else could talk wine and basketball with Michael Jordan.

Episode 148: A.J. Weinzettel took the giant leap from the tech world to the wine world to follow his true passion.

Episode 147: Zulema Arroyo Farley AKA BondSomms manifested her wonderful life defying the odds.

Episode 146: Sara Floyd's career in the wine world is epic. She is the 10th woman in the world to receive the title of Master Sommelier, but that's just the tip of the iceberg.

Episode 145: Janie Brooks' triumph over tragedy and the beautiful legacy of her bother Jimmi.

Episode 144: Charles Antin takes us behind the scenes of the high end auction world.

Episode 143: The Winey Neighbor's co-owner Salvatore Mulé has done it all... Sales, Import and Retail. Listen up.

Episode 142: GK Selections is on a mission to bring the best Portuguese wines to NYC.

Episode 141: Vin Social's CEO and founder creates a virtual community for education and love for small craft beverage.

Episode 139: What does playing the French Horn have in common with being a great Wine Director? Take a listen.

Episode 137: Popina restaurant is red hot! Proprietor James O'brien sips Mezcal and joins me to tell the story of it's birth.

Episode 136: The Real Santa Diaries, everything from Trump to Dolly Parton.

Episode 135: Jesus and Santa reunite at a Gay bar and a heart warming message for all.

Episode 134: Blue Ribbon's guiding force and the Bromberg brothers pursuit of excellence.

Episode 133: Roberto Scarpati is a sales beast and Partner at SoilAir Selections.

Episode 132: The brilliant wines of Bobo Selections and the man behind the curtain.

Episode 131: Peter Wasserman on the passing of Becky and how she changed the wine world forever.

Episode 130: Edaphos wines define new California while Ernest exemplifies the best of the Sonoma Coast.

Episode 129: Double Zero Wines, the new Gold Standard for Domestic Chard and Pinot

Episode 128: The Mad Hatter himself, Teutonic winemaker Barnaby Tuttle

Episode 127: Amy Stiller REDUX - In Memory of Jerry Stiller, thanks for the laughs.

Episode 126: The exotic life of Food Stylist Liza Jernow.

Episode 125:Nathan Wooden takes us back to the glory days of Per Se, Carbone and more.

Episode 124:The wonderful world of Hank Zona

Episode122: Cantine Barbera's wines puts Menfi, Sicily on the map.

EPISODE 121: Peter Currie

Episode 120: The FINE LINE Podcast interviews DOTJ

Episode 118: Brash Higgins/AKA Brad Hickey

Episode 117: Massican Wines

Episode 116: Steve Matthiasson

Episode 115: Reed Adelson

Episode 114: Chef Josh Capon

Episode 112: Ivan Orkin

Episode 111: Scribe Winery

Episode 110: Other Half Brewing with Andrew Burman

Episode 109: Georgette Moger-Petraske

Episode 108: John DeLucie

Episode 107: Alex Gemignani

Episode 106: Christy Canterbury

Episode 105: Jhonel Faelnar

Episode 104: Stefan Blicker

Episode 103: Eddie Pepitone

Episode 102: Preston Clark

Episode 101: Raphael Lyon

Episode 100: Ray Isle

Episode 99: Geoffrey Loisel

Episode 98: Maivino

Episode 97: THE REDUX - Nicolas Joly

Episode 96: Jordan Salcito

Episode 95 - THE REDUX: Andre Mack

Episode 94: Vanessa Price

Episode 93: David Kulko

Episode 92: THE REDUX - Marc Forgione

Episode 91: Shirwin Burrowes

Episode 90: Andy Brennan

Episode 89: Marco Canora

Episode 88: THE REDUX - Hannah Selinger

Episode 87: Lily Peachin

Episode 86: HOLIDAY SPECIAL RERUN w/ Mia Van de Water

Episode 85: HOLIDAY SPECIAL RERUN w/ Kyle MacLachlan

Episode 84: Laura Masero

Episode 83: Rick Shobin

Episode 82: Ben Davis

Episode 81: Dean Fuerth

Episode 79: Matthew Rorick

Episode 77: Donna Lennard

Episode 75: Keith Emerson

Episode 73: Mark Snyder

Episode 72: Sam Ehrlich

Episode 71: Eunice Choi

Episode 70: Peter Cassell

Episode 69: Mia Van de Water

Episode 68: Ebru Can

Episode 66: Alex Gemignani

Episode 65: Scott Barton

Episode 64: Dewey Dufresne

Episode 63: Michael Kokas

Episode 62: Alex Lapratt

Episode 61: Daniel Fabbro of San Polino

Episode 60: Hannah Selinger

Episode 59: Ray Isle

Episode 58: Peter Currie

Episode 57: Sarah Tracey

Episode 56: Kerin Auth

Epsiode 55: Geoffroy Ducroux

Episode 54: Zach Sussman

Episode 53: Steven Washuta

Episode 52: Will Sugerman

Episode 51: Mike Sugerman

Epsiode 50: Marc Forgione

Episode 49: Robbie Cox

Epsiode 48: Matthiasson

Episode 47: Ryan Looper

Episode 46: TRUFFLES!

Episode 45: John McEvoy

Episode 44: Byron Bates

Episode 43: Dr. Jossef Amirian

Episode 42: Devin Shomaker

Episode 41: Giulia Negri

Episode 39: Brooklyn Kura

Episode 38: Joe Tensley

Episode 37: Lucia Carvalho

Episode 35: Doc Herson

Episode 34: Cameron Mascia

Episode 33: Steven Hall

Episode 32: Brendan Tracey

Episode 31: Sarah Bray

Episode 30: Natalie Jessa

Episode 29: DJ Doula

Episode 28: Roberto Paris

Episode 27: Andre Mack

Episode 26: Sal Scognamillo

Episode 24: Maria Sinskey

Episode 22: Eddie Brill

Episode 21: Charlie McNamara

Episode 20: Claire Paparazzo

Episode 18: Fred Dex

Episode 17: AC Lincoln

Episode 16: Molly Cohen

Episode 15: Joe Lockhart

Episode 14: Glen Heroy aka "Santa"

Episode 13: Marc Williamson

Episode 12: Ryan Looper

Episode 11: Andre Tamers

Episode 10: Chris Henchy

Episode 9: The Oyster Diaries, Part 2

Episode 7: Nate Ready

Episode 6: Eddie Pepitone

Episode 5: Ralph Alswang

Episode 3: James Shrum

Episode 2: Debra Devi

Episode 1: Rene Chun