Beste Wine History Podcasts (2024)

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A Jewel Heist and the Valkyrie Tiara with J'Nell Ciesielski 23:01

5d ago23:01

23:01

I’m excited to be joined on the show today by guest author, J’nell Ciesielski. On this episode we’re going to talk about her book, The Winged Tiara, a novel that takes us through post-war Europe as estranged spouses and jewel thieves hunt an elusive Valkyrie tiara. Paired with this episode: J'nell: Promised Land Chocolate Milk in a wine glass Eliza…

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Brian Croser: Oral History Interview 1:36:00

13d ago1:36:00

1:36:00

This interview is with Brian Croser. In this interview, Brian speaks about his journey in finding a career in wine while growing up in Australia and his connections to the Oregon wine industry. Brian talks about falling in love early with wine. He shares about how he found his decision to pursue a career in wine easy and made before he could even d…

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Egyptian Antiquities and the Met (AKA Mummies and Glamour!) with Fiona Davis 28:41

12d ago28:41

28:41

I’m excited to be joined on the show today by guest author, Fiona Davis. On this episode we’re going to talk about her book, The Stolen Queen, releasing January 7th. The Stolen Queen will transport readers from 1970s New York City’s most glamorous party to the labyrinth streets of 1930s Cairo and back. Paired with this episode: Fiona: Gruner Veltli…

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Exploring Big Ideas That Have Shaped Humanity with Scott Edwin Williams 30:13

19d ago30:13

30:13

I’m excited to be joined on the show today by bestselling author Scott Edwin Williams. On this episode we’re going to talk about his book, Lightbulb Moments in Human History: From Peasants to Periwigs (Book II), a humorous and informative series exploring the big ideas that have shaped humanity. Paired with this episode: Scott: Australian Pinot Noi…

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Marguerite "Missy" Lehand with Historian and Author Kathryn Smith 34:25

26d ago34:25

34:25

I’m excited to be joined on the show today by guest historian, Kathryn Smith. On this episode we’re going to be chatting about her historical expertise, the Missy LeHand mystery series and her current screenwriting project. Paired with this episode: Kathryn: Gin and Dubonnet Eliza: Pimm's Spritz Kathryn's Book: The Gatekeeper What Kathryn is Readin…

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Drunk History Trivia with Mimi Matthews, Jenni L. Walsh, Donna Jones Alward and Eliza Knight 30:17

1M ago30:17

30:17

It's time for a Drunk History Trivia Game!! I'm excited to be joined on the show today by Mimi Matthews, Jenni L. Walsh, and Donna Jones Alward. Paired with this episode: SPARKLE SAUCE! Also known as sparkling water drinks! Mimi's Book: The Muse of Maiden Lane Jenni's Book: Ace, Marvel, Spy Donna's Book: When the World Fell Silent Eliza's Book: Con…

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Page, Colin, Cal, & David Knudsen: Oral History Interview 1:33:46

1M ago1:33:46

1:33:46

This interview is with Page, Colin, Cal, and David Knudsen. In this interview, the Knudsen kids talk about their parents' journey in establishing Knudsen Vineyards and their own journeys with the brand. The Knudsens share about their dad’s passion for all things Burgandy, France. They go on to talk about how this passion inspired the planting of Kn…

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The Woman Behind the Eiffel Tower with Aimie K. Runyan 36:04

1M ago36:04

36:04

I’m excited to be joined on the show today by guest author, Aimie K. Runyan. On this episode we’re going to talk about her book, Mademoiselle Eiffel, set in nineteenth-century Paris tells the story of Claire Eiffel, a woman who played a significant role in maintaining her family’s legacy and their iconic contributions to the city of Paris. Paired w…

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The Incredible Miss Unsinkable--Survivor of the Titanic with Jenni L. Walsh 20:49

2M ago20:49

20:49

I’m excited to be joined on the show today by bestselling author Jenni L. Walsh. On this episode we’re going to talk about her book, Unsinkable, a novel inspired by true survivors of the Titanic, who also braved both WWI and WWII. Paired with this episode: Jenni: Olipop Eliza: Technique, Cabernet Sauvignon Jenni's Book: Unsinkable What Jenni is Rea…

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Miguel Marquez: Oral History Interview 1:25:27

2M ago1:25:27

1:25:27

This interview is with Miguel Marquez. In this interview, Miguel speaks about his journey to finding a career in the restaurant and beverage industry. Miguel talks about growing up in Mexico and how his family and personal experiences shaped his professional life. He shares his passion for using wine and alcohol to spur critical thinking. He then d…

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Phyllis Fraser -- Cousin to Ginger Rogers with Margaret Porter 36:26

2M ago36:26

36:26

I’m excited to be joined on the show today by guest author, Margaret Porter. On this episode we’re going to talk about her book, The Limits of Limelight, a novel about Phyllis Fraser, cousin of Ginger Rogers and a rising starlet herself. Paired with this episode: Margaret: French 75 Eliza: Acclaimed, Red Wine Margaret's Book: The Limits of Limeligh…

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Elle Holcomb: Oral History Interview 1:15:27

2M ago1:15:27

1:15:27

This interview is with Elle Holcomb of L Wine Co and Björnson. In this interview, Elle talks about her journey to finding wine and Oregon. Elle shares about growing up in Cleveland, Ohio and her dream of going wine tasting. She dives into how this dream paved her path and eventually came true during her college years. She goes on to talk about her …

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Drunk History Trivia Game with Eliza Knight, Aimie K. Runyan, Rachel McMillan and J'Nell Ciesielski 30:47

2M ago30:47

30:47

It's our inaugural Drunk History Trivia Game!! I'm excited to be joined on the show today by Aimie K. Runyan, Rachel McMillan and J'Nell Ciesielski who not only write historical fiction single titles, but have been writing books together as well. Paired with this episode: Aimie: Educated Guess, Cabernet Sauvignon Rachel: Inniskillen, reisling J'Nel…

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Dick Aften: Oral History Interview 1:34:44

2M ago1:34:44

1:34:44

This interview is with Dick Aften. In this interview, Dick speaks about his journey in becoming involved with the Oregon wine industry and dives into some of the memorable people and experiences he had. Dick talks about getting into wine in college and how his passion for wine spurred from his passion for music. He then goes on to talk about being …

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The 1970s Fashion Designer Showdown at Versailles with Natasha Lester 31:20

2M ago31:20

31:20

I’m excited to be joined on the show today by New York Times bestselling author Natasha Lester. On this episode we’re going to talk about her book, The Disappearance of Astrid Bricard, a brilliant blend of feminism, fashion, and history in this bold novel set against the real-life designers’ showdown in Versailles in the 1970s. Paired with this epi…

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The Halifax Harbour Explosion with Donna Jones Alward 23:55

3M ago23:55

23:55

We're joined on the show today by guest author Donna Jones Alward. On this episode we're going to talk about her book, When the World Fell Silent, a WWI story of loss, hope and redemption, the Canadian Army Nurse Corps, and the Halifax Harbour explosion. Paired with this episode: Donna: Sparkling water with slices of lime Eliza: ZipFizz, Limon Donn…

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Carl Thoma: Oral History Interview 1:10:20

3M ago1:10:20

1:10:20

This interview is with Carl Thoma, the owner of Van Duzer Vineyards. In this interview, Carl talks about how he got into wine and his journey to Oregon. Carl talks about growing up on a ranch on the border between Oklahoma and New Mexico. He shares about his agricultural passions and how he began his college journey pursuing this passion. He then g…

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Stephanie Dray Chats about Frances Perkins the First Woman to Serve in a Presidential Cabinet 32:32

3M ago32:32

32:32

On this episode we’re going to chat with Stephanie Dary about her book, Becoming Madam Secretary, a captivating and richly dramatic novel about Frances Perkins, one of the greatest political figures of the twentieth century, and an unsung heroine whose legacy is woven into the fabric of every American life. Paired with this episode: Stephanie: Wate…

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Andrew Minor & Cassie Salinas: Oral History Interview 1:12:47

3M ago1:12:47

1:12:47

This interview is with Andrew Minor and Cassie Salinas of Andrew Minor Wines and Vino to the People. In this interview, Cassie and Andrew talk about growing up in Oregon, meeting in college, and eventually working in the wine industry together. Andrew and Cassie share each of their journeys to finding wine and touch on some of the great people and …

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Taylor Rebora: Oral History Interview 1:34:58

3M ago1:34:58

1:34:58

This interview is with Taylor Rebora of Rebora Wines. In this interview, Taylor speaks about growing up in Chicago surrounded by a family of artists, and discovering wine as a viable path when choosing a college. She talks about her time at Cal Poly - learning by doing - and about her internships and experiences abroad while working in wine product…

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Diamond Annie and the Forty Elephants Gang with Heather Webb 31:04

3M ago31:04

31:04

On this episode we’re going to chat with Heather Webb about her book, Queens of London, a tale of dark glamor and sisterhood featuring Britain’s first female crime syndicate, the ever-shifting meaning of justice, and the way women claim their power by any means necessary. Paired with this episode: Heather: Sancerre white wine from the Loire Valley …

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Karen Hinsdale: Oral History Interview 1:56:11

3M ago1:56:11

1:56:11

This interview is with Karen Hinsdale of The Cellar Door. In this interview, Karen speaks about getting excited about the wine scene while living on the East Coast before coming to Oregon and getting into wine distribution with her then-husband Howard. She talks about her excitement at learning to sell wine alongside young Oregon families learning …

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Dewey Kelly: Oral History Interview 1:09:45

3M ago1:09:45

1:09:45

This interview is with Dewey Kelly of Ribbon Ridge Vineyard. In this interview, Dewey speaks about his background as a chef, and later in high-tech and marketing. He talks about what initially attracted him to the Oregon wine industry and led to he and his wife Robin purchasing land for a potential vineyard. From there, he talks about the long proc…

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Boots' Booklover's Library in Nottingham, England with Madeline Martin 29:52

3M ago29:52

29:52

On this episode we’re going to chat with Madeline Martin about her new book, The Booklover’s Library, a heartwarming story about a mother and daughter in wartime England and the power of books that bring them together. Paired with this episode: Madeline: Thousand Stories, Gold Rush Red Eliza: Z Alexander Brown, Uncaged, Cabernet Sauvignon Madeline'…

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Tim & Pierre Paradis: Oral History Interview 59:00

3M ago59:00

59:00

This interview is with Tim and Pierre Paradis of Paradis Vineyards. In this interview, Tim and Pierre share about growing up around grape farming and how that shaped their current path in wine. Tim and Pierre talk about their parents starting Paradis Vineyards and what their childhood looked like. They then go on to share how they found their way b…

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John and Kathy Zelko: Oral History Interview 1:13:54

3M ago1:13:54

1:13:54

This interview is with John and Kathy Zelko of Z'ivo Wines. In this interview, John and Kathy speak about meeting in college and pursuing their primary careers: John as a surgeon, and Kathy as a lawyer. John speaks about finding wine as a fun and meaningful diversion, and about starting as a volunteer helper before starting to make his own wine. Jo…

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The Real Maria Von Trapp & The Sound of Music with Michelle Moran 30:30

3M ago30:30

30:30

On today's episode, we have bestselling author Michelle Moran chatting about her new book, Maria: a novel of Maria Von Trapp, bringing to life the woman glamorized in The Sound of Music. Paired with this episode: Michelle: Diet Coke & Mimosa Eliza: Black coffee & Gerard Bertrand, Cote de Roses, rose Michelle's Book: Maria: a novel of Maria Von Trap…

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Laura Brennan Bissell: Oral History Interview 1:18:30

3M ago1:18:30

1:18:30

This interview is with Laura Brennan Bissell of Inconnu and Aitia Wines. In this interview, Laura talks about her journeys abroad and how she eventually found her way to wine. Laura shares about growing up in Virginia and some of her early memories surrounding wine. She dives into her passion for scent and how wine entwines with this passion. She g…

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Patrick McElligott: Oral History Interview 1:25:04

4M ago1:25:04

1:25:04

This interview is with Patrick McElligott. In this interview, Patrick shares about his journey to wine and some of his many stories and memories from the industry. Patrick talks about growing up around agriculture and farming. He then shares how he found a love for learning while in college and how he soon discovered there is always something to le…

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Callie Edwards: Oral History Interview 37:20

4M ago37:20

37:20

This interview is with Adam Rack of Revino Bottles. In this interview, Adam speaks about his early work in the wine industry and becoming interested in the idea of reusable wine containers while working at Coopers Hall in Portland. He then talks about meeting Keenan O'Hern and working with him to start Revino Bottles. Adam talks about the milestone…

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Adam Rack: Oral History Interview 1:08:34

4M ago1:08:34

1:08:34

This interview is with Adam Rack of Revino Bottles. In this interview, Adam speaks about his early work in the wine industry and becoming interested in the idea of reusable wine containers while working at Coopers Hall in Portland. He then talks about meeting Keenan O'Hern and working with him to start Revino Bottles. Adam talks about the milestone…

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Keenan O'Hern: Oral History Interview 51:27

4M ago51:27

51:27

This interview is with Keenan O’Hern of Revino. In this interview, Keenan talks about his path to help bring a reusable bottle system to the United States. Keenan shares about growing up and how he split his time between Oregon and the Netherlands. He goes on to discuss how his time in the Netherlands influenced his environmental beliefs about bott…

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Dave Parker: Oral History Interview 1:15:29

4M ago1:15:29

1:15:29

This interview is with Dave Parker of Benchmark Wine Group. In this interview, Dave speaks about moving to California to work in Silicon Valley, finding a passion for wine, and following it to purchasing a vineyard. From there he talks about becoming aware of Oregon wine, and coming to Oregon to buy a vineyard in the Eola-Amity Hills. Along the way…

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Carl Formaker: Oral History Interview 1:31:22

4M ago1:31:22

1:31:22

This interview is with Carl Formaker, the winemaker for Domaine Serene. In this interview, Carl talks about his journey to finding a passion and career in wine. Carl talks about growing up in California surrounded by vines. He shares about growing up around wine, but not viewing it as a career until later in life. Carl goes on to talk about his col…

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Steve Whiteside: Oral History Interview 1:22:00

4M ago1:22:00

1:22:00

This interview is with Steve Whiteside of Bella Vida 360. In this interview, Steve speaks about his early life and first career in orthotics and prosthetics. He talks about meeting Jim and Loie Maresh and being instantly captivated by the Oregon wine industry. He then talks about embarking on his 25-year plan of buying property, installing a vineya…

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Erin Brooks: Oral History Interview 1:20:32

4M ago1:20:32

1:20:32

This interview is with Erin Brooks. In this interview, Erin talks about finding a career in the wine industry that marries her passions for writing and wine. Erin talks about growing up in North Carolina and her first memory of accidently trying her mom’s white wine as a kid. She shares about her early passion for all things writing and how this pa…

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Julia Coney: Oral History Interview 1:19:24

4M ago1:19:24

1:19:24

This interview is with Julia Coney of Black Wine Professionals. In this interview, Julia speaks about coming to wine as her third career. She speaks about her work as a legal assistant and her first pivot as a beauty blogger. She then talks about her discovery of wine, and her increasing passion for it. Her epiphany came when she realized wine wasn…

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Steven Sinkler: Oral History Interview 54:51

4M ago54:51

54:51

This interview is with Steven Sinkler of Puffin Wines and The Wine Shack. In this interview, Steven shares about finding wine and how he came to own The Wine Shack and the Puffin Wines label. Steven talks about growing up in Green Bay and how he didn’t find wine until later in life. He shares about finding his passion for wine and how it spurred hi…

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Matty Colston: Oral History Interview 1:23:55

4M ago1:23:55

1:23:55

This interview is with Matty Colston of Colston Biblio. In this interview, Matty speaks about his wine journey, from growing up in Ohio to opening his own bar in Kentucky to eventually moving to Chicago and working in a variety of restaurants there. He talks about learning wine along the way and finding kindred spirits among the wine community. Fro…

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Meghan Olivier: Oral History Interview 1:02:34

4M ago1:02:34

1:02:34

This interview is with Meghan Olivier of St. Merry Vineyard. In this interview, Meghan shares about her love for agriculture and how this passion led her to wine. Meghan talks about growing up in Alabama and running wild in the forest. She goes on to share how this young love for the outdoors shaped her career path. She then talks about how she met…

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Tim and Kari Ramey: Oral History Interview 1:13:29

4M ago1:13:29

1:13:29

This interview is with Tim and Kari Ramey of Zenith Vineyard. In this interview, Tim and Kari share about how they turned their passion for wine into a successful business. Tim and Kari talk about being raised as Seattle kids and how they ended up together in college. They then share about their time spent on the East Coast, as Tim worked on Wall S…

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Kelsey Glasser: Oral History Interview 1:18:57

4M ago1:18:57

1:18:57

This interview is with Kelsey Glasser of Arden Restaurant and Raise a Glass Wines. In this interview, Kelsey speaks about her background as a professional actress and some of her experiences and achievements in that part of her life. She talks about how she came to learn about wine by working in fine dining while working as an actress, and becoming…

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Alice Achayo: Oral History Interview 1:58:48

4M ago1:58:48

1:58:48

This interview is with Alice Achayo of The Wine Linguist. In this interview, Alice talks about her journey to finding a passion and career in wine. Alice shares about her time growing up in South Sudan and how she found herself, her sister, and her uncle coming to the United States. She goes on to talk about attending college and her first introduc…

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Mark and Pattie Bjornson: Oral History Interview 1:34:31

4M ago1:34:31

1:34:31

This interview is with Mark and Pattie Bjornson of Bjornson Vineyard. In this interview, Mark and Pattie speak about their growing interest in wine and their desire to start a vineyard in Oregon. They talk about finding the property and planting it, and adding more vines, a winery, and a tasting room over the years. Mark speaks about vineyard pract…

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Jared Lloyd: Oral History Interview 1:21:11

4M ago1:21:11

1:21:11

This interview is with Jared Lloyd of Naked Grazing. In this interview, Jared speaks about growing up in farming and livestock in western Colorado, and learning to become a shepherd. He talks about how he grew his flock and started an interest in wine, as well as grazing-based agriculture. He then talks about coming to Oregon and using his herds to…

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Mike & Patty Green: Oral History Interview 1:06:58

4M ago1:06:58

1:06:58

This interview is with Mike and Patty Green of Deux Vert Vineyard. In this interview, Mike and Patty talk about their lives and time in the Oregon Wine Industry. Mike and Patty talk about meeting and getting married before Mike had to serve. They also share about their first careers before they became involved with the wine industry. Later in the i…

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Jeff Quatraro: Oral History Interview 1:19:51

4M ago1:19:51

1:19:51

This interview is with Jeff Quatraro of Augustine's Restaurant. In this interview, Jeff speaks about his passion for cooking and knowing that being a chef was what he wanted to do from a young age. He talks about the path he took, working in different parts of different restaurants before finding himself in Oregon. He speaks about deciding he wante…

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Evan Rose: Oral History Interview 1:30:49

5M ago1:30:49

1:30:49

This interview is with Evan Rose, a winemaker at Stoller Family Estate. In this interview, Evan talks about his early love for wine and how his passion paved his career path. Evan shares about his childhood and growing up in Ohio. He dives into how he stumbled upon wine at the ripe young age of fifteen and has never looked back. He goes on to talk …

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DJ Cook: Oral History Interview 44:26

5M ago44:26

44:26

This interview is with DJ Cook of Stoller Wine Group. In this interview, DJ speaks about growing up with a passion for plants and learning horticulture and botany. A chance to work with grapevines sparked his interest and he talks about how he pursued viticulture in California and New Zealand. A desire to come back to Oregon brought him first to Ar…

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K'Sondra Fredrickson: Oral History Interview 55:38

5M ago55:38

55:38

This interview is with K'Sondra Fredrickson of Stoller Wine Group. In this interview, K'Sondra speaks about finding an enthusiasm for wine while working in a tasting room, and then a passion once she started to work in production. From there she talks about working at various places in California and New Zealand, including work in a research winery…

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