All Episodes

Wild Yeast and Remote Orchards: The Reality of High-End Cider

From Chicken Salad to Grand Cru: Andrew Heinecke on the Haight Street Set

Roman Petry: Global Michelin Strategy & The Soul of Hospitality

Joel Arias: On the Grit of Hospitality and the Mission’s Blank Canvas

Expanding the Palate: Kayne Guzowski on the New Frontier of California Wine.

The Sommelier Who Cultivates Curiosity: Danny Alday on Natural Wine, and Subverting Expectations

The Fire Where Professionals Thrive: A Conversation with Anissa Dingle (Dingle's Public House)

Joe Lopez: Art, Agave, and the Integrity of Craft Spirits

From Fast Food to Fine Dining: Danny Mastropierro on Navigating the Restaurant Industry

Caleb McArthur on the Demanding Work of Hospitality, from a Michelin-Star "Dojo" to a Grand Award

On the Floor with Tommy Laurel: A Conversation on Hospitality and Heart

Beyond the Score: Alder Yarrow on Wine's Conduit for Connection

The Sommelier's Garden

The Author & The Sommelier: Defining Wine in the Modern Era

Never Under Estimate Yourself: A Pushback Against the Old Guard in the Wine Industry

The Wine Journey Never Ends: Paul Carayas, North America's Only Certified Madeira Educator

Wine, Beer & Beginnings: Lauren Loiselle's SF Reflections

Rooted in Purpose: Ali Verburg on Family, Humanity, and South African Wine

Jordan Abraham Across Coasts & Cultures: Jordan Abraham's Path to The Wild & Yokai

Beyond Game Day: Brooke Lieberwitz on Big Venue Hospitality in the Bay

From "Without Legs" to Wine Legs: Jehan Hakimian's Journey Through Spain & California

Champagne Roots, California Dreams: Paul Baldi's Journey

Hella Chenin Fest: A Global Celebration of Chenin Blanc & Community

The Human Element in Hospitality: Chef Celtin on Family, Food & Breaking the Fourth Walls at Prelude

From Dive Master to Beverage Director: The Journey Behind the List

Michelin, Burnout, and a New Look at Hospitality with Adrien Chan

The Grit Behind the Glass

Second Generation Preparing the Third, A Conversation About the Future

An Unconventional Approach to pairing with The Wonders of Southern Indian Cuisine

A Modern "Ramey" Approach: Generational Shifts, Meticulous Farming, and Leading in the Trenches with Claire Ramey

Armenian Wine Buzz: Inside a busy SF Wine Bar, Roaming Goat

Paso Robles' Winemaker & Pasta King's Vision of Sustainability: Italian vino & Healthy School Meals

The Art of Service: Theatre Skills That Translate to the Restaurant Floor

The Massican Lifestyle: Dan Petroski's Vision for the Future of Wine

The New Era of Hospitality: How We Use Restaurant Skills to Escape the Grind | TRS Podcast

#36 Ramzi Budayr, Owner and Operator of Dolores Deluxe

#35 Derek Weinman, Chef

#34 Josh Shapiro, Partner at Flatiron Wines and Spirits San Francisco

#33 Catching Up With Chris, A Word From Your Host

#32 Lalo Luevano, Owner of Bodega, Key Klub, and Celeste wine bars in San Francisco

#31 Jordan Hobro, Advanced Sommelier at Spruce Restaurant San Francisco

#30 Drew Tobin, Sales Manager for the Aspect division of Breakthru Beverage Group

#29 Donald Hout, Sales at Arlequin Wine Merchant

#28 James Tran, Co-owner at Artisan Wines in Mountain View California

#27 Will Pye, Wine Director at Prospect Restaurant San Francisco

#26 Matthew Oldenburg, Territory Manager - San Francisco for Springboard Wine & Spirits Company

#25 Tyler Canning, Beverage Director of Piccino Restaurant

#24 Cory Nelund, California Sales Manager for Artemis Domaines

#23 Stefano Biscotto, Northern California Sales Manager at Aspect Fine Wines

#22 Arpad Molnar, Co-Founder and Operating Partner of Obsidian Wine Co.

#21 Christopher Rivera, Director of Operations for Per Diem, Parkside Los Gatos, and Danville Harvest

#20 Hernan Martinez, General Manager and Beverage Director of Holbrook House

#19 Luca Pasquero Elia, owner of Paitin Winery in Serraboella, Italy

#18 Nori Nakamura, Owner and Winemaker of Noria Wines

#17 Massimo Alois, owner of Campania based winery Cantine Michele Alois

#16 Shelley Lindgren, Owner Operator of the A16 Group, Tansy and Author

#15 Morgan Harris, Master Sommelier

#14 David Kolvek, Wine Director of Sons & Daughters

#13 Matteo Atzori, Wine Director of The Montesacro Restaurant Group

#12 Kayla Pope, General Manager of Angler SF

#11 Tony Kim, WSET Diploma and Sales Rep in San Francisco

#10 Chris Tarbell, Wine Director for Fiorella Restaurant Group

#9 Scott Shapley, Winemaker of ROAR Winery

#8 Grant Coulter, Winemaker and Owner of Hundred Suns Wine

#7 Alex Hawes, Wine Director of Alexanders Steakhouse SF

#6 John Skupny, Owner and Winemaker of Lang & Reed Winery

#5 Vince Correnti, General Manager of Trattoria Contadina

#4 Will Henry, Co-Winemaker and Owner of Lumen Wines

#3 Marissa Payne, Certified Somm and Sales Rep in San Francisco

#2 Genaro Gallo, Wine Director at 8 Tables by George Chen

#1 Premiere Episode: Meet the team behind The Reluctant Somm