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Emunah (Hebrew for faith, belief)Church Talk: Decoding Christian JargonThis episode first aired on January 12, 2024Do you know what a “love offering” is — or what it means to be “washed in the blood”?In this episode of Emunah, your hosts Tamara and Charisse tackle the confusing and sometimes alienating world of Christian jargon — those insider phrases that can leave newcomers scratching their heads.Jargon is simply “special words or expressions used by a particular group that are difficult for outsiders to understand.” Think of it as church shoptalk — but shoptalk shouldn’t get in the way of sharing Jesus plainly and clearly.Tamara and Char...2025-07-1115 min
Emunah (Hebrew for faith, belief)GOD FIRST - Even on your busiest daysThis episode first aired on May 12, 2023. EVERYTHING IS STILL RELEVANT :)Rev. Cynthia D. Dorsey of Nyack, New York, is the perfect person to discuss the question: How do you make God a priority when you barely have time to sleep, eat, work, play, and take care of family? Besides being part of a close-knit family that requires some caretaking duties, she also is an adjunct professor at Westchester Community College and Family Life Director where she supervises 11 ministries at Union Baptist Church in White Plains, N.Y. She takes a minute out of her schedule...2025-05-1628 min
SNL101Episode 39: Jon Hamm (S50E18)Jon Hamm understood the assignment in his 4th time as host on April 12, 2025. We discuss satirizing socioeconomic inequality in Check to Check Business News, civil disobedience with Emil Wakim on American Patriotism, and the complexity of roasting and comedy writing via Guess! The Correct! Answer!, Gay Parents, and The White Potus. Readings address psychological impacts of socioeconomic class, Henry David Thoreau’s essay on the relationships between individual citizens and government, and readings from our cohosts on the ethics of satire and humor. Stay tuned for a bonus conversation with Charisse L’Pree and Chuck Hayward on Lizzo, the pauci...2025-04-2037 min
DJ Kool Soulful VibesKool Keith soulful vibes show on Soul Groove Radio Tuesday 25th March 2025 | Travelin' On (LP Version) | The Chestnut Brothers | To The Sun (Laroye Classic Soulful Mix) (Radio Edit) | Abi Flynn | Came So Close (Afro House Remix) | Chris Baxter & Foster Rogue feat. Vula | Broken Emotion | D'jear | The Best (Thank Ya) | Darryl Jordan, Audiodidakt | Let's Play (The Birthday Song) | Miss Jones | Could It Be True? (Summer Mix) | The Paradise Projex | Groove On Tonight | Soodrummer, Liora Zeyn | Starlit Night | Soodrummer, Sira Noor | All My Love (Initial Talk Remix) | BKWH (Beckwith) | Can't Beat The Weekend (Jimmy Antony New Jack Swing Remix) | BKWH (Beckwith) | 80/20 Rule | Andriah Arrindell | B...2025-03-263h 21
My So-Called FabulousThe Truth About Tipping: Service Industry Realities with Charisse HenryDo you ever wonder what to tip when at a restaurant? Well, today we’re exploring the truth about tipping with the expert in the food and beverage industry… certified sommelier Charisse Henry! We’re unpacking the complexities of tipping, the financial realities for those in the service industry, the tipping norms, and the pressure to tip in minimal service situations. We also dive into tipping in beauty and hospitality, gender dynamics in the industry, and the importance of fair and transparent tipping practices. Join the conversation to gain insight into how your tips impact service workers.Follow...2025-03-2540 min
Emunah (Hebrew for faith, belief)Grace and Mercy with Guest Host Paula Vineyard & Host Tamara HenryPaula Vineyard debuts as guest host on Emunah’sepisode on “Grace and Mercy.” A Bible scholar and teacher, Sister Paula engages in a conversation with Host Tamara Henry about the importance of Grace and Mercy in the life of Christians and believers. Together they discuss thedefinitions and origins of the attributes, the similarities and differences and examples.To jumpstart the conversation, they listened to The Mississippi Mass Choir’s rendition of the song “Your Grace and Mercy,” which was produced 14 years ago by the wildly popular gospel group. The song can be heard on YouTube as part of the choir...2025-03-2136 min
Guerrilla HistoryPan-Africanism: A Primer w/ Layla Brown & Jacquie Luqman (AR&D Ep.2)With this episode of Guerrilla History, we launch into Pan-Africanism as a great additional starting point to our series on African Revolutions and Decolonization. We bring on two marvelous guests, Prof. Layla Brown and Jacquie Luqman, to discuss the history, theoretical currents, and modern expressions of Pan-Africanism. This is a 2+ hour masterclass, you certainly won't want to miss a moment of it! Be sure to share this episode with comrades as well, we KNOW they will benefit from listening! Also subscribe to our Substack (free!) to keep up to date with what we are doing. With so many episodes coming in th...2025-02-072h 07
Emunah (Hebrew for faith, belief)PRAYERCo-hosts Tamara and Charisse wander into what some
consider controversial territory – PRAYER. It’s an area few people discuss or fully understand. Some may think it’s lame, others say it’s old fashion while a few believe it is necessary. Believers, however, say that prayer is essential.
Two prayer powerhouses, Zereta “Mother Z” Young and
Cynthia Howie, give their perspectives on prayer. They are both members of First Baptist Church of Glenarden International and are active in a variety of ministries, especially the Adult Bible Study class that meets at 9 a.m. each Sunday at the FBCG Ministr...2024-12-2042 min
Emunah (Hebrew for faith, belief)Why Thank God?Mrs. Laverdia Roach from the historic Alfred Street Baptist Church in Alexandria, VA dissects the question asked by Emunah host Charisse: "Why do you believe we should thank God (Yahweh) for promotions, bonuses, raises and other things He didn't 'directly' give us?"
In giving a faith-based response, Mrs. Roach insists that God tells us in his Word that we have an "obligation, duty" to express gratitude for the good things we experience in our lives. Psalms 106:11 - "O give thanks unto the Lord; for he is good: ..." Also, Psalm 100:4 - "Enter his gates with Thanksgiving and his...2024-12-1324 min
Emunah (Hebrew for faith, belief)SALVATIONThe holiday season is upon us and Emunah co-hosts
Tamara and Charisse decided to repeat this popular episode from Season 1: Salvation: “What does it mean to be saved?” It first aired on July 21, 2023.
Sisters Marilyn Dunston and Paula Vineyard, two adult
Sunday School teachers at First Baptist Church of Glenarden International in Upper Marlboro, Maryland, energetically tackle this often-misunderstood topic that is essential to the Christian walk.
When asked “What is salvation?” Marilyn said, “God
redeeming us, rescuing us from the penalty and consequences of sin through the death of Jesus Christ,” the Son of God.
2024-12-0627 min
Emunah (Hebrew for faith, belief)*New* ASK THE GIRLS! with Samara and ShylahThe ASK THE GIRLS! episodes are back with two new
moderators from the Washington, D.C. area, which locals call the DMV (District of Columbia, Maryland and Virginia).
Samara, 12, and Shylah, 11, are sisters who attend DC Prep Middle School, the top public charter school in the nation’s
capital.
Cynthia Howie, a Maryland teacher who also plays a key role in the Adult Bible Study at First Baptist Church of Glenarden International, is pinch hitting as co-host until Charisse Henry’s sabbatical ends. She brings a wealth of knowledge
and talent to the episode.
As w...2024-11-1527 min
Emunah (Hebrew for faith, belief)"Depending on God" by Pastor Ronnie D. SimmonsThis episode repeats the April 14, 2023 airing. Co-hosts Tamara and Charisse decided to share Pastor Simmons words of wisdom days after the 2024 Presidential Election as a way to focus believers on the fact that God is truly in control.
Simmons, shepherd of the nondenominational House of Faith Christian Center in Smyrna, Tennessee, gives practical, Holy-Spirit led advice on what it means to depend on God. As the first guest of the Emunah podcast, he uses John 14: 1, 6 to focus attention on God's son Jesus. The Bible tells us that we must believe on Jesus Christ before we can begin...2024-11-0824 min
Based on a BookS1:E9 - The Time Traveler's Wife by Audrey Niffenegger (2009 Film)In this episode of “Based on a Book,” we find where romance and sci-fi meet. The discussion is a bit heavier with this title as we discuss life, love, and death as seen from the eyes of children, teens, young adults, and established families.Hosted by Crystal with co-hosts Keri and Lindsey.Content Warnings: Loss/grief, pregnancy loss, drug use, medical trauma, and violenceBooks & Adaptations Mentioned: The Time Traveler’s Wife by Audrey Niffenegger The Time Traveler’s Wife (2009 movie adaptation)Question of the Episode: What activity helps you work thr...2024-11-071h 33
Emunah (Hebrew for faith, belief)VOTE: Wrapup with a final plea to millennialsMillennial Dominic Lyons talks with Emunah co-hosts Charisse and Tamara about the obligation millennials have to vote. See show notes from August 16, 2024.
This focus on youth wraps up Emunah's special voting episodes.
We encourage you to listen to Washington Informer Publisher Denise Rolark Barnes on the Sept. 20th episode.
Cara McClure, a Birmingham, AL community activist, shares various ways her grassroots organization Faith and Works encourage voting and improving neighborhoods. Her episode was on Sept. 27, 2024.
Former U.S. Rep. Donna Edwards reveals her wide breath of knowledge and experience in her...2024-10-2524 min
Somm Women Talk Wine - TUNE IN NOW TO EVERYDAY SOMMELIER!VIVÁC Winery one of New Mexico's rising starsSip, share, shape our podcast!Join us this episode on a road trip to New Mexico to visit the team at Vivác Winery. Brothers Jesse and Chris Padberg share their journey from college students and European explorers to winemakers. With an adventurous spirit and the perfect location for growing grapes, their story continues with award winning wines and a lot of fun.Vivac Winery in Dixon, 45 minutes northeast of Santa Fe and 2 hours from Albuquerque, is known for producing high-quality wines in an artistic setting. Vivac focuses on sustainable winemaking and uses handpicked grapes t...2024-10-2331 min
Emunah (Hebrew for faith, belief)VOTE: "...Do you love your mother? ..."In the fourth episode on voting, co-hosts Tamara and
Charisse chat with Minister Cedric Blain-Spain, a South Carolinian who served as a delegate to the Democratic National Convention that nominated Vice President
Kamala Harris as its presidential candidate. He is very attuned to community views, apprehensions and desires. With humor and an upbeat perspective, he lays out the advantages of voting and the repercussions of not voting.
In the south some men worry about a woman being in
control, he says. “Some of them just don’t understand a woman being the president of the United States.” But I...2024-10-1122 min
Somm Women Talk Wine - TUNE IN NOW TO EVERYDAY SOMMELIER!Cotes de Bordeaux through the eyes of Chateau CoucheboutSip, share, shape our podcast!You may never have heard of the Cotes of Bordeaux. Great, we're here to share this amazing Bordeaux appellation and Bordeaux wine with you through our interview with Bruno Lallemand from Chateau Couchebout in the Cotes de Bourg region. Neither Left Bank nor Right Bank, Couchebout produces amazing red wines in their own Bordeaux red blend style. Cabernet, Merlot, and Malbec taking center stage while Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc are more common grape varieties in other Bordeaux Appelations.Wineries, or château, such as Couchebout thrive in the unpredictable w...2024-10-0940 min
Emunah (Hebrew for faith, belief)VOTE: Voting says "I count," says former U.S. Rep. Donna Edwards.Having former Democratic U.S. Rep. Donna Edwards speak to Emunah listeners about the importance of voting is a God-ordained coup for co-hosts Tamara and Charisse.
Her wide breath of knowledge and experience are evident in her answers to questions about the biggest challenges people face as they head to the polls and the reasons why Americans should have confidence in the election process.
“I think that voting is not just a responsibility, it’s an
obligation of citizenship,” Edwards says. “It’s a bottomline obligation.”
Edwards represented Maryland’s 4th District for
five terms in...2024-10-0420 min
Somm Women Talk Wine - TUNE IN NOW TO EVERYDAY SOMMELIER!Non Alcoholic Wines: These wine alternatives are on trend and growing!Sip, share, shape our podcast!In this episode, we dive into the exciting world of non alcoholic wines, a rapidly growing category with impressive stats. Alcohol free, zero alcohol, alcohol removed, whatever you want to call it, these wine alternatives are claiming a regular space on wine lists at tremendous rates. Beyond grape juice, these wines have the flavors and aromas of traditional wine. But what exactly is non-alcoholic wine and should you make them part of your wine portfolio? It starts like any traditional wine, made from grapes, fermented through the sugar + yeast process to...2024-09-2540 min
Emunah (Hebrew for faith, belief)VOTE: "Democracy is the issue," says Washington Informer Publisher Denise Rolark BarnesIn this SPECIAL VOTING episode, co-hosts Tamara and
Charisse talk with the second-generation publisher of The Washington Informer, Denise Rolark Barnes, about the importance of this election year and reasons why all eligible Americans must commit to casting their ballot in November.
The Washington Informer, known as a watchdog for District of Columbia residents, turns 60 years old on October 16. The newspaper was created by Barnes’ father, Calvin Rolark in 1964 and she took over the helm of
the business after his death in 1994.
“Every election is important because too many people
fought for the right for all k...2024-09-2022 min
Emunah (Hebrew for faith, belief)Part 2: A conversation with Christian Author Becky DeWittEmunah’s theme song Hold to Your Faith was
written, sung and produced by Apostle Victoria Regina Lockhart of Jersey City, N.J. – founder of Club Christ Ministries.
In Part 2 of the interview with Christian author Becky
DeWitt, co-hosts Tamara and Charisse review a couple of her latest books that are part of a trilogy named Reason, Contempt and Sabotage. As the names hint, the characters operate within their own strength as they
weave through a multitude of trials. A preacher who prays is on hand to minister to each one with some accepting Chri...2024-09-1329 min
Somm Women Talk Wine - TUNE IN NOW TO EVERYDAY SOMMELIER!Low Sugar Wines: How Madame Zero is changing the game in ChampagneSip, share, shape our podcast!Hidden sugar in wine may sound scary or gross, but there are winemakers with 100% focus on low sugar wine!. We host Madame Zero's source of inspiration, Mathew Massey, to share how his vision for low sugar wines, Champagne to be exact, is playing out in fabulous style.Buzz words in wine from sugar free wine, zero sugar wine, no added sugar wine are all the rage. But creating wines with an intentional focus on limiting residual sugar is inherent in the Madame Zero brand. Blanc de blanc and rosé wine w...2024-09-111h 06
Emunah (Hebrew for faith, belief)Christian Author Becky DeWittEmunah’s theme song Hold to Your Faith was
written, sung and produced by Apostle Victoria Regina Lockhart of Jersey City, N.J.
– founder of Club Christ Ministries.
Co-hosts Tamara and Charisse talk with Christian
author and publisher Sara Rebecca DeWitt
of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, about the more than 30 books that she has written. She has mastered the art of mingling fact and fiction in her books to show
Christians how God really is in control and has the grace and mercy, willingness and power to fix any problem we create.
“It’s all in t...2024-09-0633 min
Somm Women Talk Wine - TUNE IN NOW TO EVERYDAY SOMMELIER!Beyond Bottles: Exploring Alternative Packaging for WineSip, share, shape our podcast!Do you think bottles are the only way to package wine? We're here to change the way you think about alternative packaging for wine!In the world of wine trends, packaging for wine may not be the sexiest, but we think there are some pretty cool things going on! We're not talking about ordinary wine storage boxes or wine shippers, we're talking about alternate packaging solutions for bringing wine directly to you, your table, and your glass.Wine boxes have been around for years. There's nothing really new...2024-08-2856 min
Emunah (Hebrew for faith, belief)RELATIONSHIPSThis episode of Emunah is about RELATIONSHIPS – both
with God and with others. Are you happy with your relationship with God? Should your relationship be strengthened?
Cohosts Tamara and Charisse first look at how we
establish a personal relationship with God and how that relationship overflows into other relationships in our lives and impact how we treat others.
“If you just think in terms of a relationship, people
talk about ‘this person knows me’ …, Charisse said.
She adds that Psalms 139 is the perfect description of
a relationship:
“O Lord, You have searched me...2024-08-2336 min
Emunah (Hebrew for faith, belief)Millennial Minute: We have an assignment!!!Millennial Dominic Lyons talks with Emunah Co-hosts Charisse and Tamara about the obligation millennials have to vote. Studies show that major concerns of millennials are high student loan debts, the cost of living, inflation, gun violence and climate change.
Also this election year is important because of the possibility of having a black woman run this country. And, many millennials are seeking key roles in government. For example, former president Donald Trump's running mate, J.D. Vance, is the first person from the millennial generation to run on a U.S. major party presidential ticket. Vice President...2024-08-1622 min
Somm Women Talk Wine - TUNE IN NOW TO EVERYDAY SOMMELIER!Noble Grapes: What Are they and Do They Matter? (Wine Grapes Series Part 3)Sip, share, shape our podcast!From Lost Grapes, to Hybrid Grapes, this episode rounds out our exploration with Noble Grapes, or Noble Wine. Read on for a short snippet of what we are covering, but tune in for all the fun!So, what exactly are Noble Grapes? Well, it depends on who you ask! One camp uses the 5 traditional Bordeaux varieties as their list. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Malbec, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot to be exact. We're taking a different view to cover a set of noble vines across red and white wines....2024-08-141h 06
Emunah (Hebrew for faith, belief)Empowered Living with Rev. Kevin MontagueEmunah C0-hosts Tamara and Charisse engage in a riveting discussion about "Empowered Living: Navigating life's journey with faith and resilience." Rev. Kevin Montague explains what empowered living is, what it looks like and why it is important in the life of a believer.
"We are empowered to obey Him. We obey Him in everything we do, even when it's not easy, even when it's difficult. We have to obey. I may not like it, it may be uncomfortable but because I'm empowered to live and walk the way Christ wants me to live and walk, I'm...2024-08-0948 min
Bible BasicsBible Basics on the Emunah Podcast - EncoreWe'd love to hear from you - Click Here to Text Us a Message.Wwelcome to another enlightening episode of the Bible Basics Podcast. Bible Basics had the honor of being invited to the Emunah Podcast, a show that explores faith and spirituality through the lens of a remarkable mother-daughter team, Dr Tamara Henry and her daughter Charisse. The podcast title, Emunah, means faith in Hebrew. Bi-weekly, they feature dynamic conversations and interviews designed to encourage you on the path of developing Christian lifestyles and fostering a closer relationship with God. I strongly recommend you follow and su...2024-08-0628 min
Somm Women Talk Wine - TUNE IN NOW TO EVERYDAY SOMMELIER!Hybrid Wine Grapes: Part 2 of Our Wine Grapes SeriesSip, share, shape our podcast!It's here! Part 2 of our Wine Grapes series! In this episode, we're going beyond European Vitis Vinifera grapes to explore hybrid varieties you may never have tried! From Vidal Blanc (aptly named after it's founder, Jean Louis Vidal), a highly planted hybrid grape in New York state, to Marechal Foch growing in Minnesota, we've got it covered! Hybrid grape varieties were created to solve problems. For example in North America, they're solving problems from cold climate hardiness in frost-prone zones, to pest resistance. However, these amazing hybrid grapes aren't always ass...2024-07-311h 08
Emunah (Hebrew for faith, belief)Stressed? Challenged? Lonely? Stuck? A Life Coach may help!Emunah Co-hosts Charisse and Tamara talk with Dr. Wanda Robinson Lee about her work as a Life Coach in North Carolina. A life coach is a type of wellness professional who helps people make progress in their lives to attain greater fulfillment. Dr. Wanda, as she is affectionately called, incorporates a Christian perspective in her work.
"For me, it's a joy meeting the people and sharing with them and letting them know that God has a better way. God has a plan for them, for their life," she tells Tamara and Charisse.
Her wide-ranging career...2024-07-1936 min
Somm Women Talk Wine - TUNE IN NOW TO EVERYDAY SOMMELIER!Lost Grapes: Creating Rare Wines from Near Extinction (Part 1: Exploring Grapes Series)Sip, share, shape our podcast!If we asked you to name rare wines made from nearly extinct grapes, could you name any? Neither could we until we started looking beyond our local wine shop and city limit! What we discovered are entire species of wine grapes being rediscovered and replanted. They're making a comeback in vineyards from grand cru estates to small, off-the-beaten-path vineyards in the U.S. and abroad!As we kick off a three-part series on wine grapes, or grapes used to make wine, we're going back in time to explore some ancestral...2024-07-1750 min
Emunah (Hebrew for faith, belief)OBEDIENCEEmunah Co-hosts Tamara and Charisse tackle the tough subject of obedience. They examine various examples in the Bible, including the Jewish midwives who trusted God and defied the king's order to kill all male babies born to Israelite women and Jesus' disciple Peter who obeyed insignificant requests.
The hosts concluded that obedience to God gives us entry into all He has for us, opens doors of His blessings and keeps us in His will. By obeying, we stay in tune with God and are given all the power of God.
Other benefits of obedience are:2024-07-1230 min
Somm Women Talk Wine - TUNE IN NOW TO EVERYDAY SOMMELIER!Te Whare Ra: Exploring Wineries in Marlborough NZSip, share, shape our podcast!It's hot in Texas so what better way to beat the heat than to take a trip to visit wineries in Marlborough. New Zealand that is. The Marlborough wine region is booming and going beyond Sauvignon Blanc. Cellar doors offer tastings and tours of some of the best wines from NZ. The family estate of Te Whare Ra is our stop on today's episode just a minute drive outside of Blenheim. If you think New Zealand wine is a one-trick pony, tune in as Anna Flowerday takes us on a tour of a...2024-07-031h 03
Emunah (Hebrew for faith, belief)What does it mean to "Live" for Jesus Christ?Prophet Herbert Elijah Goodwin Jr., also known as Eliyahu, talks with Emunah hosts Tamara and Charisse about his calling to spread the gospel both in the USA and abroad. He is a talented musician, songwriter, entertainer, producer, director, actor and Minister of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Often his sermons, speeches, lectures and teachings include the clarion call of the shofar, which he blows with precision.
Born and raised in the South, Prophet Elijah grew up in a little town called Yemassee in South Carolina where he was raised by his father Herbert Goodwin Sr., who pastored...2024-06-2149 min
Somm Women Talk Wine - TUNE IN NOW TO EVERYDAY SOMMELIER!WE ARE ONE! When Wine Podcasts Celebrate One Year on the Air!Sip, share, shape our podcast!When wine podcasts turn one year old, their hosts celebrate like normal people would! Somm Women Talk Wine podcast hosts Charisse and Kristi take time in this episode to reminisce about the wine regions, wine tastings, wine industry interviews, and all of the other wine world topics from favorites to those most challenging. What else would a sommelier cover on a wine show? The wines from Napa Valley to the rare tinturier wines of Minnesota, SWTW is truly meant for the wine lover in all of us. But not in t...2024-06-1946 min
Emunah (Hebrew for faith, belief)Season 2 Finale: "Hold to Your Faith"Co-hosts Tamara and Charisse end Season Two with a debut of a new theme song for Emunah (Hebrew for faith, belief). The song, "Hold to Your Faith," was written, sung and produced by Apostle Victoria Regina Lockhart of Jersey City, New Jersey.
Other work by Apostle Lockhart can be found on YouTube.
Season 2 was a smashing success with these episodes:
Nov. 17, 2023 - Rev. Eric Redmond, Exalting Jesus in Judges and Ruth (Redmond of the Moody Bible Institute in Chicago discusses his new commentary).
Dec. 1, 2023...2024-05-2410 min
Somm Women Talk Wine - TUNE IN NOW TO EVERYDAY SOMMELIER!White Italian Wines: Exploring Lesser-Known Varieties with Chris KeelSip, share, shape our podcast!In this exciting episode of Somm Women Talk Wine, we are honored to have Chris Keel, the owner of Put A Cork In It, a favorite Fort Worth wine shop, and a Vinitaly Ambassador, as our guest. Join us as we deep dive the world of lesser-known white Italian wines, revealing the hidden gems that make Italy the "go to" location for wine enthusiasts.While Pinot Grigio and Sauvignon Blanc often steal the spotlight, Italy's diverse wine regions offer a plethora of unique white wines that deserve way more attention...2024-05-2245 min
Somm Women Talk Wine - TUNE IN NOW TO EVERYDAY SOMMELIER!Westborn: A New California Sparkling Wine from Weston Eidson and Russell BevanSip, share, shape our podcast!Ever wonder what it takes to create a new California Sparkling Wine? Tune in as Somm Women Talk Wine interviews Weston Eidson and Russell Bevan, two world-renowned winemakers who partnered on Weston's vision to create magic in a bottle of bubbles. Created in the traditional method with a whole lot of patience and more blending and tasting than one can imagine, this wine is a passion project for perfection.In this episode of Somm Women Talk Wine, Weston and Russell take us through the exciting journey of creating Westborn. From s...2024-05-2236 min
Emunah (Hebrew for faith, belief)"God is in the Details," a book by Diane PierceFirst-time author Diane Pierce talks with Emunah hosts Tamara and Charisse about the journey she traveled in the nation's capital to write the book, "God is in the Details."
Diane is a retired government employee with more than 30 years of experience in the Washington, D.C. area. She also served as secretary to the pastor of her church, First Baptist Church of Highland Park, Landover, Maryland. She says on her book cover that she is "a mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and daughter."
Diane's daughter-in-law, Dr. LaTonya Pierce, encouraged her to write the...2024-05-1730 min
Somm Women Talk Wine - TUNE IN NOW TO EVERYDAY SOMMELIER!Summer Red Wine: Chilled Reds are the Unexpected Wine for SummerSip, share, shape our podcast!Temperatures are heating up and our natural instinct is to shift from red to white wine to tame the sweltering summer temperatures. SWTW takes on the task of finding the perfect chilled summer red wines perfect for every occasion! From Lambrusco to Syrah and a few in between, we hit the highlights so you, too, can pop the cork on red wine throughout the dog days of summer. Tune in for a few of our summer wine suggestions.What are the key elements which make a red variety perfect for se...2024-05-0855 min
Somm Women Talk Wine - TUNE IN NOW TO EVERYDAY SOMMELIER!Moret Brealynn: An Interview with the Queen of California Pinot NoirSip, share, shape our podcast!A Cali girl through and through, Morét Brealynn, has done it all when it comes to wine. From tasting room host to marketeer. From event planner to any odd task she could get involving grapes. Her passion and experience from some of the top wineries in Napa and Sonoma (you’ll have to listen to learn which ones!) gave her a phenomenal foundation the good ole fashioned way - OJT (on the job training).Moving into her fourth harvest as the head winemaker for her own label, Morét-Brealynn Wines...2024-04-2456 min
Emunah (Hebrew for faith, belief)Millennial Minute with Bianca Shante and Dominic LyonTwo Christian young people, Bianca Shante and Dominic Lyon talk with Emunah hosts Tamara and Charisse about a myriad of concerns, ranging from mental health and seeing Results in their Christian walk to various ways to avoid compromise in this age of multiple temptations.
"There's a sense of urgency and a level of demand that society puts on us: where we should be in life; what we should have accomplished; and, a lot of the times our lives don't reflect that," Bianca said. Dominic said: "When folk try to do things for the love...2024-04-1946 min
Somm Women Talk Wine - TUNE IN NOW TO EVERYDAY SOMMELIER!Spirituality: At Wet Jacket Wines, There is a Spiritual Bond With Land, Sea and WineSip, share, shape our podcast!What possibly could Captain Cook‘s exploration of the Fiordland of New Zealand’s South Island and world class wine have in common? Greg Hay, Wet Jacket Wine’s own Captain, leads the team toward a vision of precision, exploration and legacy. Hay founded several of Central Otago’s renowned wineries (Chard Farm and Peregrine). With Wet Jacket, he set out to do something more visionary to fulfill a spirituality in his quest to link land and sea.Wet Jacket’s lineup breaks the stigma of New Zealand = Sauvignon Blanc. For those...2024-04-1059 min
Somm Women Talk Wine - TUNE IN NOW TO EVERYDAY SOMMELIER!Regenerative @ Greystone: Regenerative farming drives the way Greystone makes amazing NZ wine!Sip, share, shape our podcast!So many buzzwords fly around sustainability, organics, biodynamics and renenerative wine viticulture and viniculture it's impossible to make sense of it all. What better way to break it all down than to hear from the expert team at Greystone in Wiapara, Canterbury, New Zealand? Stephen McGowan, Sales and Marketing Director, give an insiders tour from the land to a Birdseye view of the property and explains how regenerative principles drive amazingly good wines. And, most importantly, allow the team to leave the land better than they found it.Our interview co...2024-03-2737 min
Emunah (Hebrew for faith, belief)Bible Lesson: Passing the BatonEmunah Podcast hosts Tamara and Charisse were invited by Elder Jean Hopper King of Oliver Spring, TN and Apostle Victoria Lockhart of Jersey City, N.J. to present a Bible lesson for their group, Restore, Refocus and Refresh. RR&R is another way to refer to their monthly 12-day Bible Study. The March theme was mentoring - or how older believers must prepare the youth for the future. We hope you enjoy our teaching and find one or two valuable nuggets.
Of the many barriers between the young and old today, Charisse and I...2024-03-2221 min
Emunah (Hebrew for faith, belief)Repentance (Teshuvah in Hebrew)Cohosts Tamara and Charisse, a mother-daughter duo, tackle a tough subject in this episode –
repentance. What is it? How important is it in the life of believers? How do we repent? When do
we repent?
Summary
Repentance is an integral part of God’s redemptive plan and has power to radically transform our lives. Repentance is more than saying “you’re sorry” about something. In the New Testament, repentance is tied to the idea of going in a new direction.
Key scriptures:
Joel 2...2024-03-1526 min
Somm Women Talk Wine - TUNE IN NOW TO EVERYDAY SOMMELIER!James Beard: SWTW Covers the Colonial Culinary Classic in Ft WorthSip, share, shape our podcast!What better way to celebrate the culinary and beverage geniouses of Fort Worth, TX than to partner with the James Beard Foundation? We think there is nothing better and Charisse and Kristi were honored to serve as podcast sponsors for the event held at Colonial Country Club on March 4. With microphones in hand, the two took to task catching chefs and vendors before the kickoff of the 1.5 hour cocktail party. The entire list of participants and sponsors can be found on the Colonial Culinary Classic website, but here is are the interviewees fo...2024-03-131h 01
Somm Women Talk Wine - TUNE IN NOW TO EVERYDAY SOMMELIER!ABC’s of WINE TERMS: From A to Z, Wine Terms DefinedSip, share, shape our podcast!Do you get confused with wine terms? What does flabby really even mean when it comes to wine? Fear no more! Charisse and Kristi tackle the definitions of many often used wine terms and break them down into simple, easily understandable meanings for you! From Awkward to Zippy (well, we actually forgot that one!), you’ll get a dictionary full of useful terms to help your wine journey make more sense!We’re thrilled to have a new sponsor in WINE WIZE, wine education for business and service industry professionals! 2024-02-2859 min
Somm Women Talk Wine - TUNE IN NOW TO EVERYDAY SOMMELIER!NZ Chardonnay: No Longer the Second White Wine of New ZealandSip, share, shape our podcast!For most wine drinkers, Sauvignon Blanc is THE white wine of New Zealand. We're here to debunk yet another myth and challenge you to think about NZ Chardonnay! From the focus of organic / biodynamic / regenerative farming to low intervention winemaking, winemakers let the chameleon varietal shine. The land, the climate, even within the same vineyard is creating amazingly different expressions of Chardonnay and we're super excited to share them with you!We explore Chardonnay from Central Otago to Auckland through interviews with wineries and wine makers - this is a m...2024-02-141h 05
Somm Women Talk Wine - TUNE IN NOW TO EVERYDAY SOMMELIER!Wine Myths: Debunking and Demystifying Age Old Myths About WineSip, share, shape our podcast!From decanting to aging. From quality to color. From pairings to pourings. Charisse and Kristi tackle some of the top myths and misconceptions around wine! In the wine world where tradition has driven many of our consumption and selection decisions, it’s a whole new world out there!Join us as we dive into some of the most common wine myths so you can decide or yourself which path you want to take on your wine journey. The path of tradition or the path or a walk on the wild si...2024-01-3146 min
Interactive Nanny's WorldStorytime: Little Leaders, Mary Eliza Mahoney and Little Legends, Charles Henry TurnerWe learned about two exceptional people of Black History.2024-01-2307 min
Somm Women Talk Wine - TUNE IN NOW TO EVERYDAY SOMMELIER!Wine Travel: How to make the most of your wine experiencesSip, share, shape our podcast!Happy 2024! Thank you for your support and encouragement during our launch year! We’re so excited to start the new year off with a deep dive into WINE TRAVEL! Join us as we discuss how to prepare everything from where to go, what to do in advance and how to ensure your experience meets your wine travel goals!We would love to know what topics YOU would like us to cover this year so please comment and share!Cheers to an amazing year - what does 2024 have in stor...2024-01-1753 min
Emunah (Hebrew for faith, belief)Christian JargonDo you know what a “love offering is” or what it means to be “washed in the blood?” Hosts Tamara and Charisse tackle the complicated subject of Christian jargon and pledge to weed out as much jargon as possible from their episodes.
Jargon is defined as “special words or expressions that are used by a particular profession or group and are difficult for others to understand.” Jargon also can be thought of as “shoptalk.”
Both Emunah hosts agreed that whenever believers and church leaders talk about Christ there should be a concerted e...2024-01-1216 min
Somm Women Talk Wine - TUNE IN NOW TO EVERYDAY SOMMELIER!Top 2023 Episode! Recap of Summer Whites You’ve Likely Never TriedSip, share, shape our podcast!Happy New Year from Somm Women Talk Wine! 2023 was an amazing launch year and Charisse and Kristi could not be more thankful for every single person who has listened, downloaded, liked and most importantly shared our podcast with fellow wine lovers!In launching our 2024 season, we’re kicking off with a recap of our top listened to and top downloaded episode on Summer Whites You’ve Likely Never Tried. Join us as we chat with Dr. Kerri Lesh, Txakoli and Basque Country expert, and Peter Hemsted from St. Croix Vineyeards.2024-01-0353 min