Mar 2021

The Long Walk w/ Rob Anderson

Often when we imagine someone who defuses a bomb we immediately think of movies like The Hurt Locker or Speed. As it turns out there are actually people who defuse bombs on a regular basis here in Southern California and certain areas of the state are actually hotbeds for unexplo ... Show More

43m 11s

Mar 2021

Naked and Afraid w/ Wes Harper

On the popular show Naked and Afraid, a group of people are given the task of surviving in the wilderness. They are only allowed to bring two items with them and they must rely on their training and mental toughness to survive. How do they get through these extreme challenges? Wh ... Show More

53m 32s

Feb 2021

The Dog Company: Part 2

PART 2In 2007 US forces were part of a NATO coalition in Afghanistan. Among the division stationed there was the 101st Airborne. Dog Company, part of the division, was led by Captain Roger Hill. His experience in Afghanistan was chronicled in the book Dog Company and today he sit ... Show More

57m 3s

Nov 2024

Ep 196: From England to Yarra Valley: Wines & Experiences Worth Traveling For with Olly Smith (Part 2)

<p>Join us for part two of our chat with the brilliant <a href='https://ollysmith.com/'>Olly Smith</a>! You may know him from Saturday Kitchen or the Three Wine Men shows, where he’s won over audiences with his passion for wine and engaging storytelling. In this episode, Olly sha ... Show More

54m 54s

Jan 2022

Is there a future for the Rosé wine category in China?

With the growing popularity of the Rosé category abroad, wineries are now turning to China anticipating a similar trend to take place. But in a market where bold red wines dominate, does Rosé wine have what it takes to capture the market?Today we speak with award-winning winemake ... Show More

22m 31s

Apr 2022

Britain’s wine boom heats up land market for vines

This week we take a look at Britain's wine boom and how it is impacting the land market. British sparkling wine in particular has been portrayed as one of the wine world's big success stories. While it currently only represents a fraction of global sales, sales are growing. Overa ... Show More

14m 25s

Jul 2023

Is Wine Actually Toxic? + Does Sugar Free Wine Actually Exist? | Todd White

96: Even if you don’t drink, you probably know someone that does, and everyone should know about THE SHOCKING TRUTH ABOUT WINE! In todays’ episode, I interview Todd White (of Dry Farm Wines) who explains what the conventional wine industry is doing and why they don’t actually wa ... Show More

1h 11m

Jun 2024

New Coke Goes Flat with Preacher Lawson and Paul F. Tompkins | 40

<p>In the early 90’s, an earth shattering event occurred that would change the face of American culture forever: Coca-Cola changed their recipe. New Coke was supposed to be sweeter to combat the rising popularity of Pepsi, but the customer reaction was decidedly sour. Lawsuits an ... Show More

46m 33s

Nov 2024

Nutty Putty Cave Accident, for Sale in Brighton, Holiday Pop-Up Bars

Why are people still obsessed with the Nutty Putty Cave accident 15 years later? Executive producer Emily Means and host Ali Vallarta revisit the story. Plus, ski-town drama, four holiday pop-up bars to check out, and a new downtown bike lane. Resources and references: 15 yea ... Show More

31m 36s

Oct 2024

How canned hard drinks took over the alcohol market

Hard seltzer made waves in the late 2010s and early 2020s as the new favorite alcohol form on the block. Ultimately, that didn’t last too long. The new darling on the alcohol market are canned spirits & cocktails and they’re running away with a staggering amount of the profits. S ... Show More

15m 49s

Jan 2025

What's the Truth About Alcohol, Cancer, and Your Health?

Today's episode has been a long time coming. For years, more scientists and health influencers have claimed that even moderate drinking does serious damage to one's health. As someone who likes being healthy and also loves a glass of wine (or scotch), Derek really wanted to under ... Show More

39m 27s

May 2024

The drinks list

This week we toast to the drinks industry with an episode all about beverages. We sit down with The Connaught Bar’s Agostino Perrone to find out why people still have a taste for classic cocktails – and what makes a memorable martini. Plus: we’re in the Basque Country to explore ... Show More

34m 20s

Feb 2025

Ep 204: Why Bhutan Could Be the World’s Next Great Wine Region & High-Altitude Vineyards with Wine Journalist Kathleen Willcox (Part 2)

<p>Welcome back, wine friends! This is part two with the brilliant wine journalist <a href='https://www.instagram.com/kathleenwillcox/?igsh=MXY1ZDR6MDZseTJwdQ%3D%3D'>Kathleen Willcox</a>, whose work you can find in Wine Searcher, The Drinks Business, Full Pour, and Wine Enthusias ... Show More

30m 27s

The Dog Company: Part 1