Posts filed under: Episodes

Episode 107: Wine Rules 101

Stressed about wine pairings and order of drinking and selecting the best wine at the restaurant? Don’t sweat it! Wine is meant to be enjoyed and in this episode, the...

Episode 106: Count Agoston Haraszthy Was Eaten By a Crocodile

The biddies dive into the story of Count Agoston Harasthy who has appeared in several episodes and is sometimes referred to as “the father of California wine”. He also founded...

Episode 105: Sake!

The biddies head to Japan to discuss sake! A wine made from rice with many styles, the biddies do their best to not completely butcher Japanese (and fail, of course)....

Episode 104: Drinksgiving

The biddies explore American binge drinking around the Thanksgiving and some strategies to not be the drunken Uncle at your family table. PSA, don’t drink and drive. And be nice...

Episode 103: Mead & Cider

The biddies take a deep dive into two of the world’s oldest alcoholic beverages: mead and cider. Mead, or honey wine, has been around for a loong time – learn...

Episode 102: Europe Harvest Report 2022

The biddies wrap up harvest season with a look at Europe, particularly Italy, Spain and Germany and their 2022 harvest reports. Climate change is still real, growers are harvesting earlier,...

Episode 101: Beer 101 featuring Chris Dunsmoor

Spirit stud Chris Dunsmoor rejoins Calla for a full beer 101 episode. Also featured in episode 44, Root Cocktails, Dunsmoor brings in his beer expertise and an extra bit of...

Episode 100: US Harvest Report 2022

The biddies try to keep it together for their ONE HUNDREDTH episode, in which they discuss the US Harvest report in California, Washington & Oregon. Tune in to learn what...

Episode 99: All About Oktoberfest

The biddies pivot to beer as they take a look at the history behind the world’s preeminent beer festival. Kara takes a detour into the affairs of Crown Prince Ludwig...

Episode 98: French Wine Harvest 2022

The biddies continue their harvest reporting with a first stop in France and discuss the 2022 French wine harvest. Tune in to hear all about the 2022 vintage and what...