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The Science PawdcastEpisode 12 Season 7: Autism Rates, Dire Wolves, and Puppy TrainingSend us a textThis week we look to deunk myths about rising autism rates and explain the genetic and environmental factors at play, while exploring the resurrection of dire wolves through genetic engineering and how puppy cognition predicts adult dog behavior.• CDC data shows autism diagnoses increased from 1 in 150 children in 2000 to 1 in 31 in 2022• Approximately 80% of autism cases stem from inherited genetic variations with 200+ genes linked to early brain development• Better screening, diagnosis, and awareness accounts for much of the increase in autism rates• Scientists have genetically engineered puppies with dire wolf tra...2025-04-2429 min
The Storage Investor ShowAI in Self-Storage: A Conversation with Mason Levy, CEO of SwivelBBi Constructors provides expert GC and design-build services for self-storage and commercial real estate, delivering projects on time, on budget, and with confidence. Learn more at: https://bbiconstructors.com/contact/DESCRIPTIONIn this episode of the Storage Investor Show, host Kris Bennett welcomes Mason Levy, the founder and CEO of Swivl. They discuss Swivl's innovative AI-powered platform designed to enhance customer interactions in the self-storage industry. Mason shares his entrepreneurial journey, from his background in conversational AI to launching Swivl and integrating it with facility management systems. They explore the practical applications of AI...2025-02-2539 min
The Curious TaskJacob Levy - What Is The Idea Of A Liberal Party?Summary
Alex speaks with Jacob Levy about the concept of a liberal party, exploring its philosophical foundations, historical context, and touch on all of these points within the context of Jacob's article "The Liberal Party Idea" (2024).
References
The Liberal Party Idea by Jacob Levy:
Link:https://www.researchgate.net/publication/381323406_The_liberal_party_idea_and_American_ideology
"On Liberty" by John Stuart Mill
Link: https://www.gutenberg.org/files/34901/34901-h/34901-h.htm
"The Constitution of Liberty" by Friedrich Hayek
Link: https://www.amazon.ca/Constitution-Liberty-Friedrich-Hayek/dp/0226320847
"The Federalist Papers" by...2024-08-281h 04
How‘d You Like That Movie‘s PodcastPegging Isn't New for Me Friendo: Deadpool and Wolverine (2024) with Filmmaker/Comedian Joe BotelhoOn this week's episode (better late than never) Kris was forced to watch a superhero movie and that in itself is a win for the common people.
Were talking movies were talking Deadpool and Wolverine directed by Canadian director Shawn Levy (Free Guy, Night at the Museum series). Helping us out is Hamilton funny man Joe Botelho.
Was this film worth the wait? Was it a cut above the rest? Or should it be thrown on the the trash heap of awful superhero films?
Tune in to find out!
Joe Botelho...2024-08-0453 min
The Burnt Chef JournalMarguerite Keogh & Andy Tait | Hospitality apprenticeships, levy funding, and the challenges businesses face accessing these.✨ Hospitality Highlights ✨
On 3rd May, Kris Hall and Cara Houchen were joined by guest speakers for another live episode of Hospitality Highlights!
Our guest speakers were:
⭐ Andy Tait (CMgr FCMI, MBA), Director of Quality of Performance Learning Group
⭐ Marguerite Keogh, Head Chef at Five Fields
Listen in as we talk apprenticeships, levy funding, and the challenges businesses face accessing apprenticeships. 💭
2024-06-0334 min
Talk ArtDan LevyWe meet all-round LEGEND, Dan Levy, the Emmy award winning producer, writer, director, actor and art collector!! We discuss his love of art, living with art and collecting, growing up in Canada, The Group of Seven (Canadian landscape painters from 1920s-30s), his collaborations with Jonathan Anderson/Loewe, his love of work #DavidWojnarowicz’s art & @PPOWGallery & @Visual_Aids charity, and his brand new art-inspired movie Good Grief out now on Netflix in which an artist (Dan) grieves the loss of his famous writer husband (Luke Evans) then takes his two best friends on a trip to Paris, where they unp...2024-02-0258 min
Gaming News Canada ShowtheScore Bet’s Aubrey Levy talks Super Bowl plus the operator’s Ontario results, and the Responsible Gambling Council on its SB LVII surveyThis week, theScore's marketing and content guru Aubrey Levy joins us to discuss the players, props and other plans for the company's coverage of Chiefs-Eagles. Levy also piggybacked on the recent comments of PENN Entertainment head Jay Snowden about theScore's successful performance so far in Ontario's regulated sports betting and gaming market. Amanda Brewer of Kindred Group, Will Hill of Sightline Payments and Betano Canadian country manager Kris Abbott also appear to deliver their own bon mots on the NFL championship game and also provide their respective thoughts on the buzz around Ontario at last week's ICE London conference....2023-02-111h 05
Everyday Wine with Kris LevyEp. 59: How Wine Connects with Fitness with Margaux AlvarezIn today’s episode, let me introduce you to Margaux Alvarez,Owner and Founder of Celeste by MA Fitness App & the G.O.A.T. wine. She is a small Business Owner, Winemaker, Competitive Athlete (7xCF Games, American Ninja Warrior, Titan Games, Tactical Games) and Fitness Coach. Let’s dive into his wine story! [00:01 – 13:38] Margaux Alvarez on How Wine and Fitness Connect Margaux talks about her journey into wine and how it connects with fitness Margaux talks about the process of starting a business and licensing requirements for doing bu...2022-11-3042 minEveryday Wine with Kris LevyEp. 58: A Winery Business that Resonates with You and Your Values with Michael JuergensIn today’s episode, let me introduce you to Michael Juergens, founder of the Bhutan Wine Company. He is a senior partner with a Big Four consulting firm, where he runs the Winery Solutions practice, overseeing the portfolio of services the firm provides to wineries. He is also a certified specialist in wine, a certified sommelier, and a Stage 2 candidate to become the 58th American to qualify as a Master of Wine. Michael has written a number of books on wine, and runs the wildly popular Drinking & Knowing Things wine blog. He is the founder of the Bh...2022-11-1644 minEveryday Wine with Kris LevyEp. 57: Dedicate Yourself to the Grind of Winemaking with Mike SinorIn today’s episode, let me introduce you to Mike Sinor, Founding Winemaker of Ancient Peaks Winery. Raised in Visalia, California, Mike attended college at Cal Poly in San Luis Obispo, where he financed his education by working at several local wineries— an experience that ignited his career in winemaking. As Ancient Peaks’ founding winemaker, Mike was an integral force in the establishment of the winery. He came in as one of the Central Coast’s highest-rated winemakers and immediately reinforced that reputation with Ancient Peaks’ 2006 Zinfandel (93 points, Wine Spectator) and many wines thereafter. Today, Mike continues to direct...2022-11-0933 minEveryday Wine with Kris LevyEp. 56: A Winery That Supports Veterans with Mike SpeakmanWelcome back to another episode of The Everyday Wine Aficionado Podcast! Today, we are joined by Michael Speakman! Michael Speakman bought Westerly Wines five years ago and has not looked back. From crafting high-quality Pinot Noir to big Cabernets, Westerly Wines capitalizes on everything Santa Barbara offers. Let’s dive into his story! [00:31 - 07:27] Veteran-Owned Wineries Supporting Veterans Michael Speakman, owner, and winemaker of Westerly Wines and 13 Stripes Winery is a veteran and retired Navy seal. Mike has been working in the wine industry for five years and is passionate abou...2022-11-0225 minEveryday Wine with Kris LevyEp. 55: Serving A Premium Experience through Vodka with Erik ChapmanWelcome back to another episode of The Everyday Wine Aficionado Podcast! Today, we are delving into the world of spirits with Erik Chapman! Erik has extensive experience in distilled spirits and fermented beverages, spanning multiple tiers of the industry from production and design to policy and compliance. In his current role, Erik manages production and packaging — and is helping to usher in the next chapter of NEFT. He is responsible for scaling NEFT to meet growing demands while maintaining the ultra-premium quality of the ingredients and final vodka, and unique custom packaging. He joins NEFT from the cra...2022-10-2635 minEveryday Wine with Kris LevyEp. 54: A One of A Kind Tequila That Empowers Women with Mara SmithWelcome back to another episode of The Everyday Wine Aficionado Podcast! Today, we are delving into the world of spirits with Mara Smith! Mara is a former attorney, corporate strategist, and stay-at-home mom who is the founder of Inspiro Tequila. She started drinking tequila when she was looking for a clean, gluten-free spirit that fit into her active lifestyle. Mara searched for a tequila brand that was additive-free with a look, taste, and aroma that appealed to her. That perfect tequila did not exist, so she decided to create one. Mara's goal was not just to create...2022-10-1928 min
It Is What It Is!Chicago Politics - Kris Levy X Candidate for the 5th Ward Alderperson #iiwii #podcastChicago politics is like the Bears. We either have a RB and no QB or a QB and a bad coach. In other words, it feels like it never comes together. However, every now and then a candidate arises from the ashes that has real promise. Meet the Candidate for the 5th Ward Alderperson- Kris Levy. Website -www.cvmkglobal.store https://anchor.fm/cv-kInstagram @itiswhatitis_show Instagram @cvmk_global https://www.spreaker.com/user/12463931 https://patreon.com/Itiswhatitis30?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cv-k/message Su...2022-10-1842 min
The CVMK Show - It Is What It Is!Chicago Politics - Kris Levy X Candidate for the 5th Ward Alderperson #iiwii #podcastChicago politics is like the Bears. We either have a RB and no QB or a QB and a bad coach. In other words, it feels like it never comes together. However, every now and then a candidate arises from the ashes that has real promise. Meet the Candidate for the 5th Ward Alderperson- Kris Levy. Website -www.cvmkglobal.store https://anchor.fm/cv-kInstagram @itiswhatitis_show Instagram @cvmk_global https://www.spreaker.com/user/12463931 https://patreon.com/Itiswhatitis30?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator2022-10-1842 min
It Is What It Is!Chicago Politics - Kris Levy X Candidate for the 5th Ward Alderperson #iiwii #podcastChicago politics is like the Bears. We either have a RB and no QB or a QB and a bad coach. In other words, it feels like it never comes together. However, every now and then a candidate arises from the ashes that has real promise. Meet the Candidate for the 5th Ward Alderperson- Kris Levy. Website -www.cvmkglobal.store https://anchor.fm/cv-kInstagram @itiswhatitis_show Instagram @cvmk_global https://www.spreaker.com/user/12463931 https://patreon.com/Itiswhatitis30?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator--- Send in a voice message: https://an...2022-10-1842 min
It Is What It Is!Chicago Politics - Kris Levy X Candidate for the 5th Ward Alderperson #iiwii #podcastChicago politics is like the Bears. We either have a RB and no QB or a QB and a bad coach. In other words, it feels like it never comes together. However, every now and then a candidate arises from the ashes that has real promise. Meet the Candidate for the 5th Ward Alderperson- Kris Levy. Website -www.cvmkglobal.store https://anchor.fm/cv-kInstagram @itiswhatitis_show Instagram @cvmk_global https://www.spreaker.com/user/12463931 https://patreon.com/Itiswhatitis30?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cv-k/message Su...2022-10-1742 min
It Is What It Is!Chicago Politics - Kris Levy X Candidate for the 5th Ward Alderperson #iiwii #podcastChicago politics is like the Bears. We either have a RB and no QB or a QB and a bad coach. In other words, it feels like it never comes together. However, every now and then a candidate arises from the ashes that has real promise. Meet the Candidate for the 5th Ward Alderperson- Kris Levy. Website -www.cvmkglobal.store https://anchor.fm/cv-kInstagram @itiswhatitis_show Instagram @cvmk_global https://www.spreaker.com/user/12463931 https://patreon.com/Itiswhatitis30?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator--- Send in a voice message: https://an...2022-10-1742 min
The CVMK Show - It Is What It Is!Chicago Politics - Kris Levy X Candidate for the 5th Ward Alderperson #iiwii #podcastChicago politics is like the Bears. We either have a RB and no QB or a QB and a bad coach. In other words, it feels like it never comes together. However, every now and then a candidate arises from the ashes that has real promise. Meet the Candidate for the 5th Ward Alderperson- Kris Levy. Website -www.cvmkglobal.store https://anchor.fm/cv-kInstagram @itiswhatitis_show Instagram @cvmk_global https://www.spreaker.com/user/12463931 https://patreon.com/Itiswhatitis30?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator2022-10-1742 minEveryday Wine with Kris LevyEp. 53: The World of Spirits with Jack EspyWelcome back to another episode of The Everyday Wine Aficionado Podcast! Today, we are delving into the world of spirits with Jack Espy! Jack Espy. Born in Denver, Colorado, and raised in Santa Barbara, Jack currently splits his time between Nashville and NYC. He has a real estate finance background, but amidst a global pandemic, a few too many homemade quarantine cocktails became sticky - literally! - situation. He came out of quarantine with an idea inspired by many nights concocting honey-based drinks for “Hive,” and embarked on a new career as the founder of Spirited Hive. Spark...2022-10-1233 minEveryday Wine with Kris LevyEp. 52: Discovering the Passion in the World of Winemaking with Jesse and Aaron InmanWelcome back to another episode of The Everyday Wine Aficionado Podcast! Today let me introduce you to Jesse and Aaron Inman, Owners and Winemakers at Lucky Rock Wine Co. Jesse Inman had what one might euphemistically refer to as humble beginnings. After wandering around California and Europe in search of inspiration outside of art and drinking, he joined August Briggs Winery in 2006. After nearly 16 years of making wine for several different brands, including a few of his own. Aaron Inman was introduced to Sonoma County when he visited his winemaker uncle in Calistoga, Napa Valley...2022-09-2847 minEveryday Wine with Kris LevyEp. 51: Three Decades of Wine Wisdom with Lisa Warner of Leto CellarsKris Levy is speaking with Leto Cellars’ co-founder and operator Lisa Warner about her wine marketing and sales career. Warner has over three decades of experience in the wine industry, working for self-producers as well as Leto Cellars, which she and her husband Brad founded in 2008. While not every aspect of their business is perfect, Warner and her team are still working toward creating a unique wine experience that will attract their ideal customers. [00:34 - 08:35] Opening Segment Lisa Warner is a co-founder of Leto Cellars and has been in the wine industry for over 30 years. She st...2022-09-1439 minEveryday Wine with Kris LevyEp 50: Buying and Selling Vineyards with Wine Investment Groups with Eric FlanaganEric Flanagan is the Founder and Managing Partner of Russian River Partners, as well as owner/founder and proprietor for Flanagan Wines. In this episode, Eric shares his experience on how he grew his wine business. Let’s dive into his wine story! [00:01 – 16:40] Opening Segment Leaving a career in finance to make a winery business Eric compares small wineries with horse racing Growing by putting out more money The Key is to Not Make Any Mistakes [16:41 – 27:09] Buying and Selling Vineyards with Wine Investment Groups This is going to be...2022-09-0751 minEveryday Wine with Kris LevyEp. 49: Golf, Wine, and a Shared Passion between Father and Son with Paul LevyFollowing a two-year term as the 40th PGA President, Paul K. Levy was named PGA Honorary President at the 2018 PGA Annual Meeting. Previously, he also served two-year terms each as PGA Vice President and PGA Secretary. As PGA President, Levy was influential in the decision to relocate the PGA Headquarters to Frisco, Texas, and spearheaded growing the employment consultant arm of PGA of America‘s Career Services and executive search. The $550 million PGA Frisco development will bring 26 PGA of America championships, approximately 150 jobs and a new Northern Texas PGA Section Headquarters. Let’...2022-08-3125 minEveryday Wine with Kris LevyEp. 48: Breaking down Biodynamic, Organic, and Sustainable Wines with Jane KhouryJane Khoury obtained her Bachelors of Science in Viticulture and Enology from the renowned University of California, Davis. She continued on to earn her Masters of Business Administration in Wine Business from Sonoma State University. Jane not stopping there, went on to critique her craft and acquire experience by working under masterful California winemakers. Her aspirations led her overseas to learn beside legendary French winemakers in the French wine regions of Champagne, Burgundy, and Bordeaux. Jane continues to push the winemaking boundaries and regenerative agriculture while also being an Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse. Let’s d...2022-08-2435 minEveryday Wine with Kris LevyEp. 47: Blending Wines, Notes, and Aromas with Music and Wine Enthusiast Albert Dahan of Maison MarcelAlbert Dahan is currently seizing the beverage market with a totally unique brand of off dry rosé wines, crafted from an old family recipe. Before Maison Marcel, Albert caught the entrepreneurial bug with his first company, American College USA. It was a stylish venture looking to revamp bulky sports jackets for a fashionable crowd. The brand was featured in every major fashion and lifestyle magazine, and Bradley Cooper even accepted an MTV Movie Award in his favorite American College bomber. Soon though, the success of American College USA...2022-08-1735 minEveryday Wine with Kris LevyEp. 46: Building a Family Business while Crafting Rhone Varietals in Napa Valley with Chuck McKahnWelcome back to another episode of The Everyday Wine Aficionado Podcast, today let me introduce you to Chuck McKahn, Owner and Winemaker at McKahn Family Cellars Chuck is a small town kid from Ripon in California's Central Valley. He caught the wine bug very early at the age of 15 (supervised by his parents of course!) and after high school made his way to Cal Poly San Luis Obispo's Wine and Viticulture program. In 2011 Chuck moved to the Napa Valley to work for Phillip Titus at Chappellet and has since moved onto winemaker posts at William Har...2022-08-1243 minEveryday Wine with Kris LevyEp 45: The California Fruit, Korbel Champagne with Paul AhvenainenWelcome back to another episode of The Everyday Wine Aficionado Podcast, today let me introduce you to Paul Ahvenainen of Korbel Champagne Cellars. Paul began his career at Korbel Champagne Cellars in 1985, shortly after his graduation from the University of California at Davis with a degree in Enology, and two years of experience working as a distiller for a subsidiary of French Cognac producer Remy Martin. Having gained extensive experience working in Korbel’s laboratory, cellar, grower relations, and as an Assistant Winemaker, as well as teaching wine chemistry at Sonoma State University, Paul was pro...2022-07-1340 minEveryday Wine with Kris LevyEp. 44: How to Leverage an Understanding of Wine Economics for your Wine Business with Mike Veseth, The Wine EconomistMike Veseth (pronounced VEE-seth) is editor of The Wine Economist newsletter (WineEconomist.com) and author of more than a dozen books including Wine Wars (2011), Around the World in Eighty Wines (2018) and Wine Wars II: The Global Battle for the Soul of Wine (2022). He is a sought-after speaker at wine industry meetings both in the United States and around the world. His writings on wine and globalization have been widely praised. In this episode, let’s get nerdy and talk about micro and macroeconomics in wine! [00:01 – 07:18] Opening Segment I introduce...2022-07-0634 minEveryday Wine with Kris LevyEp 43: Wine MBA and WSET Diploma: a Wine Education Recipe for Success with Simone Popov Welcome back to another episode of The Everyday Wine Aficionado Podcast, today let me introduce to you, Simone Popov. Simone Popov is a fascinating wine enthusiast who had an unconventional path into the wine industry. After working in various hospitality roles, Simone decided to pursue a wine business-specific MBA from Sonoma State. You definitely don’t want to miss out on Simone's fascinating story and his educational path that reflects his love for wine. Let’s dive into his wine story! [00:01 – 06:47] Opening Segment Simone is on his first podcast! Simone shares hi...2022-06-2239 minEveryday Wine with Kris LevyEp 42: Growing Wine Brands and Wine Clubs Creatively with Montana Rae of The Wine ShipWelcome back to another episode of The Everyday Wine Aficionado Podcast, today let me introduce you, Montana Rae. Montana founded The Wine Ship to bring educational, engaging, and entertaining experiences to wine lovers in Colorado and beyond. She began her career in wine behind the bar and transitioned into distribution for ten years. Now, she's back to connecting with consumers through events, classes, and a brand new wine club!Let’s dive into her wine story! [00:01 - 08:42] Opening Segment Montana shares where her love for wine started From a sales rep to a Dir...2022-06-1536 minEveryday Wine with Kris LevyEp 41: Exploring Bordeaux and Collecting Wines from a Consumer PerspectiveWelcome back to another episode of The Everyday Wine Aficionado Podcast, today let me introduce you to Ben Mesa, a headhunter that loves great wine! Let’s dive into his wine story! [00:01 - ] Opening Segment I introduce our guest for this episode Ben Mesa comes on the show as a consumer! How Ben got started with wine The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly in Wine Regions Virginia is on the map! [08:23 - 18:20] Bordeaux is Every Wine Lover's Dream Ben's Wine Travels A Champagne-filled France Trip How Be...2022-06-0839 min
The Credibility Nation ShowExceeding Client Expectations with Kris Yagel (CNS 255)In this episode, Kris Yagel talks about exceeding client expectations and being awe-inspiring with a commitment to the highest level of service. He is a leadership expert, TEDx and DisruptHR speaker, award-winning executive, top-rated army officer, and founder and CEO of Diligent Plans. He is a servant leader who has also worked with Fortune 100 companies with a proven record of winning and believes that everyone has value and purpose. He is passionate about helping others to recognize their worth that lie within themselves and this can be seen in the way he guides his clients to achieve a breakthrough...2022-06-0707 minEveryday Wine with Kris LevyEp 40: Planning Your Perfect Visit to Wine CountryAdrian Tamblin is the CEO and Co-Founder of Wine Routes, a Sonoma County-based company focused on delivering highly integrated modern solutions for the wine industry. In this role, he is committed to bringing technology, engagement, discovery, and wine lovers together. His insatiable love of wine, travel, and adventure, coupled with his entrepreneurial background lead him to assemble a team of developers and content producers to help wineries better connect with consumers. Prior to committing full time to Wine Routes, Adrian spent 10 years as Director of Operations and Partner at Directoryofschools.com, a leading online portal th...2022-06-0132 minEveryday Wine with Kris LevyRunning the Family Wine Business with a Father Daughter DuoWelcome back to another episode of The Everyday Wine Aficionado Podcast, today let me introduce you to Eric and Riley of Flanagan Wines.Flanagan Wines was born out of Eric’s love for wine. He visited wine-growing regions around the world from New Zealand to Greece and was fascinated by how the same grape variety produced different wines in different locations. This led to an interest in great vineyard sites and a focus on the soils and the climate that made each unique. In 1999, he chose to act on his interest by purchasing 40 acres on the heights of Bennett Mounta...2022-05-2533 minEveryday Wine with Kris LevyIn the Family: Bottle Aging Napa Cabernet 8 Years prior to Release with Ignacio Delgadillo of Delgadillo CellarsWhile the history of most wine producers is established in the years after they begin, Delgadillo Cellars started with a 30-year history in the Napa Valley under its belt. 30 years working the vineyards of Napa Valley. 21 years in winemaking. Winemaker Ignacio Delgadillo, Sr., started in the wine industry in 1975 at Freemark Abbey, eventually becoming cellar master during the days when Freemark produced one of the top Cabernet Sauvignon releases in the Napa Valley (and that is saying something). Along the way, he has consulted as a private vineyard contractor and established a successful custom wood packaging business. 2022-05-1848 minEveryday Wine with Kris LevyGrowing a Brand from the Ground Up while Developing a Top Tier Winemaking Program for Quintessa WineryWelcome back to another episode of The Everyday Wine Aficionado Podcast, today let me introduce you to Rebekah Wineburg. Rebekah’s passion for winemaking began when at the age of 16 she visited Napa Valley vineyards with her parents. The discussions from their visit left such a lasting impression that she went on to pursue a dual degree in chemistry and biology at Macalester College with the dream of becoming a winemaker. Committing wholeheartedly to her dream, she enrolled in the winemaking program at the University of California, Davis, where she earned her master’s degree in vi...2022-05-1141 minEveryday Wine with Kris LevyFrom Buffalo Wild Wings to Three Michelin Star Restaurants with Kyle Williams of Savor and SwirlWelcome back to another episode of The Everyday Wine Aficionado Podcast, today let me introduce you to Kyle Williams of Savor and Swirl. Chef Kyle Williams has over 22 years of experience in the culinary industry, working in restaurants all over the world – from 2 Michelin starred Relais & Chateaux Grand Chef restaurants in Italy, to private resorts in Hawaii, large hotels, small café’s to opening and working in restaurants in NYC for a few of the best 3 starred New York Times celebrity chefs (Todd English, David Burke, and Daniel Boulud) in the world. Kyle...2022-05-0629 minEveryday Wine with Kris LevyIt Starts in the Vineyard with Chris Morisoli of Morisoli VineyardWelcome back to another episode of The Everyday Wine Aficionado Podcast, today let me introduce you to Chris Morisoli of Morisoli Vineyard Chris Morisoli is the Vineyard Manager at Morisoli Vineyard. Chris also serves in the California National Guard and is a member of the Rutherford Dusk Society. Chris is also becoming a first-time vintner this year with Morisoli Vineyard's first release of the 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon which will be coming out soon. Let’s dive into his wine story! [00:01 - 09:17] Opening Segment ...2022-05-0438 minEveryday Wine with Kris LevyCrafting a Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon Program with Alpha Omega Winery's Winemaker Matt BrainToday, let me introduce you to Alpha Omega Winery's Winemaker Matt Brain. Matt Brain is the winemaker for Alpha Omega Winery, whose mission is to create artisanal wines drawing on Old World vineyard handcrafted practices and emphasize unique terroir-driven characteristics that reveal a sense of place combined with New World technology. Matt also runs the Vineyard Team podcast, talking about sustainability in the world of wine. Let’s dive into his wine story! [00:01 - 05:13] Opening Segment I introduce our guest for this episode...2022-04-2729 minEveryday Wine with Kris LevyUnderstanding the Napa Luxury Wine Experience with Barrett Spiegel of Alpha Omega WinesToday, let me introduce you to Barrett Spiegel of Alpha Omega Wines. Barrett Spiegel is a Virtual Ambassador at Alpha Omega Winery, a premier Napa Valley winery whose mission is to create artisanal wines drawing on Old World vineyard handcrafted practices and emphasizes unique terroir-driven characteristics that reveal a sense of place combined with New World technology. Let’s dive into his wine story! [00:01 - 10:00] Opening Segment I introduce our guest for this episode, Barrett Spiegel Barrett tells the story of how he got into wines, signed...2022-04-2041 minEveryday Wine with Kris LevyStories From Wine Country - Overview of the Next Few Months of Episodes Welcome to Kris Levy's Everyday Wine Aficionado! In this podcast series, Kris will be featuring amazing wines from different wine regions including Napa Valley. He'll be speaking with some of the people behind these wines, getting their insights and experiences on how they make their wines. Along the way, he'll also have some great interviews with other wine lovers who are passionate about what they drink. So sit back, relax and enjoy a whole bunch of interesting wine talk! [00:01 - 00:33] Opening Segment [00:34 - 07:04] Future Plans for the show Wineries in Nap...2022-04-1608 minEveryday Wine with Kris LevyEp 31: Wine Collecting for Multi-Billionaires, Advising Three Star Michelin Restaurants on Wine Lists, and Developing a Second Career in Wine with Michael KellyToday, let me introduce you to Michael Kelly. Michael Kelly was born and raised in California. He started out his higher education in Forestry in Northern Calif, switched to Psychology and Philosophy, then went off to Switzerland for college. Upon returning, he spent three years in Chicago focused on philosophy and theology. Michael returned to California and ended up in high-tech management. He has worked in various semiconductor companies focused on memory chips, microprocessors, and ASICs. He has also worked at three startups and was a member of the Executive Management team and designated SEC offi...2022-04-0629 minEveryday Wine with Kris LevyEp 30: Becoming a Wine Concierge with Jennifer Carruthers of JC Select WinesToday, let me introduce you to Jennifer Carruthers of JC Select Wines. Once a civil engineer, Jennifer "stumbled" into the wine industry during her move from Canada to California. She started out on the broker/distributor side of the business over 10 years ago where she co-founded a brokerage. Jennifer is passionate about the lesser-known, fantastic wineries & their stories. So in 2019, she launched a passion project, Great Pour Decisions®, a lifestyle and wine accessories brand, followed by her dream business, JC Select Wines® a couple of months later. Jennifer founded JC Select Wines to bring her favorit...2022-03-3040 minEveryday Wine with Kris LevyEp 29: Learning How to Become a First Time Vintner with Meghan Vergara of M RoséToday let me introduce you to Meghan Vergara of M Rosé. Owner and operator Meghan Vergara is a certified Sommelier with over 15 years of experience working in world-class culinary and wine markets such as New York City and Napa Valley. During her extensive Sommelier training and tenure at some of the nation’s top restaurants, she learned from the very best industry professionals, winemakers, and successful business owners how to create a wine experience like no other. Meghan has dedicated her career to the pursuit of excellence in wine knowledge. She believ...2022-03-2331 minEveryday Wine with Kris LevyEp 28: Climbing to New Heights of Pinot Noir in the Santa Lucia Highlands with CRŪ Winery and Valley Farm ManagementToday let me introduce you to Rebecca Gilbert of CRŪ Winery and Jason Smith of Valley Farm Management. Rebecca Gilbert is CRŪ Winery’s Marketing Director. Rebecca has been living, working and playing in wine country for the past 15 years. Attending college in Sonoma County, she quickly fell in love with the area and pursued a career in wine marketing. She started her wine career at Jackson Family wines and during her tenure worked on their portfolio of luxury brands including Stonestreet, Matanzas Creek, and La Crema before spending time at Rodney Strong as Brand Manage...2022-03-1645 minEveryday Wine with Kris LevyEp 27: Unlocking Charcuterie with Kansas City Charcutier Lena JonesLet’s take some time off wine and talk charcuterie! Today let me introduce you to Kansas City Charcutier Lena Jones. Lena is the owner and creator of Graze & Gather KC, a charcuterie company based in the Kansas City area. Let’s dive into her charcuterie story! [00:01 - 03:59] Opening Segment Let’s get to know, Lena Jones! How Lena got into the world of charcuteries [04:00 - 11:10] Unlocking Charcuterie What to Put in Your Charcuterie Board Mix in a variety of flavorful meats and cheeses Get...2022-03-1022 minEveryday Wine with Kris LevyEp 26: Purveying Fine Wine with Sommelier Thatcher Baker-Briggs of Thatcher's Wine ConsultingWelcome back to another episode of The Everyday Wine Aficionado Podcast, today let me introduce you to Thatcher Baker-Briggs of Thatcher's Wine Consulting Founder & Sommelier Thatcher’s Wine Consulting Thatcher Baker-Briggs has made a career of stepping outside his comfort zone, always pushing himself to learn and master something new. His professional trajectory boasts key positions in kitchens and dining rooms of some of the most influential restaurants in the world including then three-Michelin starred Saison under Chef Joshua Skenes (2014-2017), the highly regarded Takazawa in Tokyo, and at two-Michelin starred COI in San Francisco. The...2022-03-0241 min
Mitchell Levy Presents AHA MomentsKris Yagel, Brian Nelson & Gary Hernbroth on Thought Leader Life Credibility SpecialsGet to know these successful thought leaders and find out how they present themselves and their crafts as experts in their fields.Kris Yagel is a leadership expert, TEDx, and DIsruptHR speaker, award-winning executive, top-rated army officer, and founder and CEO of Diligent Plans. He is a servant leader who has also worked with Fortune 100 companies with a proven record of winning and believes that everyone has value and purpose. Do whatever it takes to help others grow. He is passionate about helping others to recognize the worth that lies within themselves and this...2022-02-2824 minEveryday Wine with Kris LevyEp 25: Let's Venture to the Santa Barbara Wineries with Jason Mergenov of Rockets Red WineWelcome back to another episode of The Everyday Wine Aficionado Podcast, today let me introduce you to Jason Mergenov of Rockets Red Wine Jason spent 22 years in the United States Air Force controlling nuclear missiles and tracking satellites. His career took him around the world, from missiles silos & Cheyenne Mountain in the states to Korea, Iraq, and the Indian Ocean. After retiring from Vandenberg Air Force Base, California, Jason decided to stay in Santa Barbara County wine country to pursue his passion for grapes and wine. Using his GI Bill, he earned two degrees in eno...2022-02-2425 minEveryday Wine with Kris LevyEp 24: Wine Distribution and the Three Tier System with Luke Taylor, Traderman WinesIn today’s episode, we are joined by Luke Taylor of Traderman Wines. Luke is one of the most well-known wine personalities in all of Moldova. He is an Ohio Wine Distributor who has a lot of pent-up anger realizing that he can’t touch his toes but can still see them. Still waiting for his first hole in one but does 6 inches count. Luke is a Wine Podcast host who uncorks the lighter side of wine with a glass of wine and some interesting wine people yet his wife and his mum never have liste...2022-02-0959 minEveryday Wine with Kris LevyEp 23: From the Vineyards of France to the Foothills of Paso Robles: Bastien Leduc of Seven Oxen Estate WinesWelcome back to another episode of The Everyday Wine Aficionado Podcast! Today, I’m going to introduce Bastien Leduc. He is an amateur botanist, a budding beekeeper, a sometimes surfer, a Red Sox convert, and an avid photographer. When he is not taking care of his family, he can usually be found in the vineyard. Bastien grew up helping his father on the family’s organic vineyard in the southwest of France, where he became an advocate of agroecology. He holds a degree in viticulture and oenology as well as in organic agricultural consulting. His wanderlust led him t...2022-01-3135 minEveryday Wine with Kris LevyEp 22: From Howell Mountain to Coombsville: All Things Napa Valley with Dave Thompson of The Napa Wine ProjectWelcome back to another episode of The Everyday Wine Aficionado Podcast, today let me introduce you to Dave Thompson of The Napa Wine Project. One of the few individuals with such a complete perspective of the Napa Valley wine scene both from a macro and a micro level, Mr. Thompson operates the Napa Wine Project, a comprehensive and detailed directory of more than 1,100 Napa Valley-based wineries and producers that he has personally visited and extensively written about. He has his finger directly on the pulse of the Napa Valley winery scene. Also an extensive world t...2022-01-2636 minEveryday Wine with Kris LevyEp 21: Curating Wines for Hotels, Restaurant Groups, and Wine Festivals: Sommelier Matthew-Lorèn Lindsey of Appellation Wines and The Blended FestivalWelcome back to another episode of The Everyday Wine Aficionado Podcast, today let me introduce you to Sommelier Matthew-Lorèn Lindsey of Appellation Wines and The Blended Festival. Sommelier Matthew-Lorèn Lindsey has spent the last 15 years as a wine collector and industry leader in the wine space as an importer and distributor in the Las Vegas casino market. He serves as the Executive Sommelier & Director of Wine for the National Blended Festival, curating the wine experience for thousands of festival attendees. Additionally, he is the founder of Appellation Wine Brands, a luxury lifestyle company that...2022-01-1950 minEveryday Wine with Kris LevyEp 20: 2022 Check-in: K. Levy Wine Co. Business Update, Wine Trends, and 2021 Vintages OutlookWelcome back to another episode of Everyday Wine! Welcome to 2022. This is going to be a wonderful year. In today´s episode, I would like to update you about the show and what you can expect from me this year. I’ll also give you an overview of some things that I’ve been focused on in 2021, and I’ll be focused on 2022 in the wine industry and my business. Stay tuned until the end! [00:01 - 2:32] Opening Segment I set expectations for this New Year. Things we’re going to see in the Wine Industry. Wine outlook and...2022-01-1417 minEveryday Wine with Kris LevyEp 19: The World of Blind Tasting, Sommeliers, and Wine Exams with Kendeigh Worden of The Grape GrindWelcome to another episode of the Everyday Wine Aficionado Podcast, today let me introduce you to Kendeigh Warden of The Grape Grind. Kendeigh started in the food and beverage industry over 13 years ago as a summer job. She graduated with her Master’s in Early Childhood Education but found very little passion in it after teaching for 5 years. Since her start in restaurants, the pursuit of wine knowledge has become a lifestyle for Kendeigh. She constantly wants to learn more about wine and there is always something new to learn. Kendeigh became a Certified Sommelier in...2021-12-2238 minEveryday Wine with Kris LevyEp 18: Emerging Wine Region and Veterans in Wine: Venturing into the Finger Lakes with Corey Christman of Bravery WinesWelcome to another episode of the Everyday Wine Aficionado Podcast, today let me introduce you to Corey Christman of Bravery Wines. After retiring from the United States Air Force, Corey Christman started pursuing his winemaking passion. A journey lasting over seven years until his first branded bottle of wine came off the bottling line. Thousands of miles driven, thousands of hours worked to explore what's possible in the world of grape growing and winemaking. On Veterans Day, 2020, amid a pandemic, he and his wife Jennifer launched Bravery Wines. Let's dive into his story!2021-12-1532 minEveryday Wine with Kris LevyEp 17: Emerging Wine Regions: Bolivian Tannat and Cabernet Sauvignon with Ramon Escobar of ChuflyWelcome to another episode of the Everyday Wine Aficionado Podcast, today let me introduce you to Ramon Escobar from Chufly Imports. Born to an American mother and a Bolivian immigrant father, Ramon grew up in a blue-collar part of Milwaukee. He has spent the bulk of his professional life working on international economic challenges. Throughout his life he has looked at development challenges through multiple prisms such as a development volunteer overseas, policy researcher, and during the course of his fifteen-year career as an economic officer in the American diplomatic corps. Building on his international a...2021-12-0839 minEveryday Wine with Kris LevyEp 16: The Future of Cellar Tracking and Wine Arbitrage: Jeffrey Ishmael of CellrWelcome to another episode! Today’s guest is Jeffrey Ishmael. Jeff is the CEO and co-founder of CELLR, which is a consumer-centric wine app intended to help wine enthusiasts curate their wine life. CELLR was launched to provide an app that lives at the crossroads of Vivino, Cellar Tracker, and Wine Searcher. Jeff has been an avid wine enthusiast for almost 25 years and started his appreciation of wine in Paso Robles where he owned a home, but then started expanding his cellar holdings to include a wide variety of Napa and Bordeaux based wines. Jeff has over 20-y...2021-12-0136 min
The Professionists PodcastEpisode 20 - Kris Levy making a career from your passion (hint - Wine!)The world of wine is romantic, interesting and exotic, but how on earth do you go about building a career in the wine industry? In this episode, we explore the journey of Kris Levy, the founder the Kris Levy Wine Company. When he isn't helping his subscribes learn about and understand wine, he's helping wine labels across the United States to better understand their customers and branding. While we discuss wine and its appreciation, we explore his journey to the wine industry without having any family connections or experience.Kris has a lot of great...2021-12-0149 minEveryday Wine with Kris LevyEp 15: Live Life Uncorked: Opening a Wine Bar in New Jersey, Wine Crafts and Managing Wine Communities with Heather LuingHeather Luing is a wine lover and wine student who's working on opening up a wine lounge in Jersey City Heights while also upcycling wine corks and sparkling wine capsules on Etsy into cheese knives, coasters, bar trays, and other things. Heather is also a former community manager with Empathy Wines and shows the world her style and approach to wine with her brand, Live Life Uncorked. In this episode, Heather shares with us her interesting story. Let’s dive in! [00:01 - 4:00] Opening Segment I introduce our guest for this episode Shares about her wine...2021-11-2430 min
Behind the Business CurtainEpisode 8 - Interview with Kris LevyToday's episode is a fun interview I got to have with Kris Levy - Wine enthusiast and founder of klevywineco.com where he curates wines for his club members and also takes the time to interview the vinters that made them. We dug into Kris' discovery of his wine passion and the importance of chasing that and finding a business model that will stand the test of time. Kris' journey has seen the ups and downs of having to learn the business skills necessary to create and launch a successful company after his first company failed. Enj...2021-11-1822 minEveryday Wine with Kris LevyEp 14: Creating Connection, Building Teams, and Off-site Virtual Food and Wine Events in the Hybrid Environment with Jonathan Como of OffsyteJonathan is the co-founder and CTO at Offsyte, a marketplace for planning amazing team events. He started Offsyte with his co-founder, Emma, right after the pandemic started last year. They were on a mission to make it as easy as possible to connect with your team. Since launching, they've helped teams book 1,000s of events towards that mission. Jonathan has lived in San Francisco for the past 7-8 years (with many, many trips to wine country) and currently lives with his partner Rachel and adorable dog Lola. In this episode, Jonathan shares with us about h...2021-11-1729 minEveryday Wine with Kris LevyEp 13: In Home Wine Tasting and Corporate Events with Ilona House, JCB Wine Ambassador, and Owner of Ilona and Company EventsIlona House is a Wine Ambassador and owner of Ilona n Company Events. She works as a personal wine concierge providing curated wines delivered directly to you. Through virtual wine tastings, she helps you find your personal wine style and provides wine for personal consumption as well as custom-label wines, corporate gifting, and wine events. Ilona is a professional certified through Napa Valley Wine Academy and WSET (Wine and Spirits Education Trust) In this episode, Ilona walks us through her wine journey and her ambassador program. And she also share with us her wine pics a...2021-11-1031 minHow‘d You Like That Movie‘s PodcastEh Guy: Free Guy 2021If you’re looking for a film that’s sweet like candy corn but actually good (like maple syrup), then Free Guy is your movie. Starring Ryan (Oh Canada) Reynolds and directed by Montreal-born Shawn Levy.
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2021-11-0431 minEveryday Wine with Kris LevyEp 12: Veterans in Wine: Ben Martin of Dauntless Wine Co. and Williamette Valley Pinot NoirBen served as an Assault Amphibious Vehicle (AAV) crewman with the 7th Marine regiment out of 29 Palms, CA. After his enlistment, Ben enrolled in colleg where he found a passion for small business and eventually propelled him into agency work and brand management. In 2012, Ben helped launch a pilot nonprofit aimed at rehabilitating veterans through permaculture which showed promise that agriculture can be an alternative treatment for Veterans suffering from PTSD and TBI. Looking for inspiration, he found that the French Foreign Legion houses over 100 aging Legionaries on a vineyard chateau where they grow grapes, make wine, and find...2021-11-0338 minEveryday Wine with Kris LevyEp 11: Determining your Wine Style with Michele NidifferMary Michele is a national speaker, freelance writer, wine enthusiast and foodie who lives with her husband and StyleFinder co-Founder, Jim, in Raleigh, NC. Mary Michele Nidiffer is on a mission to help women discover how beautiful they really are. As a Master Style Coach, Founder of StyleFinder Boutique and the StyleFinder School of Style, Creator of the StyleFinder ID® System, and Host of the Podcast, Style by Mary Michele, she wants to empower women through personal style. In this episode, Michele is going to share with us about the parallels of design and wine an...2021-10-2745 min
The Subscription Box ShowEpisode 199 - Kris Levy - Founder, Kris's Wine Club - Part 4 of 4, A Year In The LIfe Of A Subscription Box Entrepreneur!Send us a textIn this episode, we wrap up our part 4 of a 4 part series with an entrepreneur who took us on a year long journey, from pre-launch, to launch, to busy Q4, to mid summer slumps and everything else in between. He's shared with us his wins, losses, and lessons learnt along the way. So, after this one, go back and make sure to catch up with all other 3 parts of this amazing subscription journey: A year in the life of a subscription entrepreneur. Kris Levy is a serial learner, networker and entrepreneur. I fi...2021-10-2636 minEveryday Wine with Kris LevyEp 10: From a Wine Retail Shop in Chicago, to Co-Founding a Direct to Consumer Wine Club and Marketplace: Martin Cody of Cellar AngelsMartin Cody began his career in healthcare sales, rewarding work which shaped his understanding of the importance of rigorous, thoughtful customer service. Martin and his wife Denise, Chief Operating Angel of Cellar Angels, pivoted their love affair with wine into their first vino-venture in 2007; a retail brick and mortar wine shop in Chicago. The store became a much-loved, well trodden institution in the city. Still, in 2013, Martin and Denise sold it to chase their dream of providing the finest, least known, independent producers in the country a digital marketplace to share their talents and artistry with wine enthusiasts. Having...2021-10-2038 minEveryday Wine with Kris LevyEp 9: Direct Wine Sales and Giving Back Through Wine: 2018 Glory Cellars Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon and America's Mighty Warriors with Nelson Lopez of Wine Shop at HomeNelson started his career in the coffee industry before moving into wine. As one of California’s top leaders in marketing and selling of wine for WineShop At Home as well as his experience working with different winemakers and wineries with their own brands, he is excited for the possibilities that will open up for him in the future of the wine industry. In this episode, Nelson walks us through his journey from being in the coffee industry and eventually shifting to the wine industry. He talks about how stories are very important when you sel...2021-10-1351 minEveryday Wine with Kris LevyEp 8: Upending Napa Valley: SB Blend, CA Red Blend, and Ibex Merlot with Ian White of Smith Devereux WinesIan White is a co-founder, partner, and vintner at Smith Devereux Wines. Ian is also the wine director for SF Magazine. The Smith Devereux story began with music and wine. A travel and wine writer, a farmer with some of Napa Valley’s best grapes, and a music industry insider with a love for wine and need for change; we were an unlikely trio. But a nearly impossible opportunity at just the right time brought the two together, and together they have stayed. Weeks after meeting they took on the deal that would lead them into a life-long friendship, the...2021-10-0643 minEveryday Wine with Kris LevyEp 7: Landing Loire Valley Inspired Wines in Lompoc: Brian Mahoney and Melon de Bourgogne of Lieu Dit WineryBryan Mahoney is a partner and "volunteer winemaker" at Lieu Dit Winery. Lieu Dit is a partnership of longtime friends Eric Railsback and Justin Willett. They were among a small group of young winemakers and restaurateurs in Santa Barbara unified by a common interest in wine and all its mysteries. After countless bottles shared together and many trips to France, Railsback and Willett decided to found Lieu Dit in 2011 and focus it solely in the varieties indigenous to the Loire Valley, now grown in Santa Barbara County. Lieu Dit centers on Sauvignon Blanc as well as limited bottlings of...2021-09-2927 minEveryday Wine with Kris LevyEp 6: Wine Gifting 101Welcome back to another episode of Everyday Wine! Today’s episode is going to be a bit different because I won’t have any guests with me today. Instead, I will be sharing with you some tips, some dos and don'ts, and some cool advice for gifting wines. Make sure to tune in until the end, and I hope this episode gives you some ideas and ways to change how you approach gifting, not just for the holiday season, but for other celebrations like weddings, graduation, birthdays, etc. Let’s dive in! [00:00 - 4:10] Opening Segment I w...2021-09-2316 minEveryday Wine with Kris LevyEp 5: From 0 to 55 points of Wine Distribution in the DMV Area in 18 MonthsRuss Lorber discovered his love for wine when visiting family wineries in Europe and found the experience to be like an invitation to a family gathering. He admired the passion of the winemakers for their craft and launched Wide Roots to bring the essence of this experience to more wine drinkers, hoping to help them in unlocking this world much the same way that Russ did for himself. Russ is certified by the Vinitaly International Academy as an Italian Wine Ambassador and has traveled extensively in Europe, having visited wine estates in Italy, Spain, France, Greece, and Austria. 2021-09-1540 minEveryday Wine with Kris LevyEp 4: Aging Rosé with Melinda Kearney of Lorenza Wine Melinda Kearney is a wine industry veteran from Napa Valley. She founded Melinda Kearney Wine Marketing in 2002, and in 2008 she founded Lorenza Wine Company with her daughter, Michele Lorenza Ouellet. Together they make the perfect pink true rosé. This episode is going to be another recording of the Wine Club’s Monthly Zoom Call where Melinda gets to share her awesome story about how their rosé came into existence. Her story is really cool because it gives you a different perspective on rosé, talking specifically about the aging of rosé and the different various...2021-09-0847 min
Do Hard ThingsEveryday Wine with Kris LevySend us a textIn this episode I have a great conversation with Kris Levy. Kris is a veteran, winepreneur, wine lover and world traveler. Kris specializes in helping wine brands build communities and relationships with their consumers. Kris practices what he preaches with his own wine club, where he helps local wineries tell the story behind the wine during his monthly wine club member call. During this conversation we discuss how he started his military career, his love of wine, how he manages to balance his career and business, and his high p...2021-09-081h 06Everyday Wine with Kris LevyEp 3: Wine from the Ashes: A Story of Perseverance and Rhone Varietals with Lenora Carey of Big Sur VineyardsLenora Carey of Big Sur Vineyards is a California native with an undeniable spirit of adventure. In her first career as a documentary filmmaker, diving with sharks and tracing the footsteps of human origins were all part of a day’s work. But it was in Southern France, working on a film about wine barrel making, that she discovered her love for Rhone wines. A life change was on the horizon, and in 2005 she left San Francisco and moved her family to Big Sur to “raise a couple of kids and live off the land in one of the most...2021-09-0139 minEveryday Wine with Kris LevyEp 2: Santa Cruz Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Merlot with Brandon Armitage of Armitage WinesBrandon Armitage is the President/Winemaker of Armitage Wine. He spent some years in the world of horticulture and through his relationship with plants, was guided toward moving to New Zealand and studying viticulture. While completing his technical degree in Viticulture he was volunteering all of his free time to winemaking. Later on, he had the chance to work for Carrick Wines in New Zealand and developed a love for Pinot noir. After years of traveling back and forth from the northern hemisphere to the southern hemisphere making wine, he was able to develop the skills needed to grow...2021-08-2542 minEveryday Wine with Kris LevyEp 1: From One Barrel of Gewurztraminer to over 600 Cases of Wine in 7 Years with Miguel Lepe of Lepe CellarsWelcome to another episode of the Everyday Wine Podcast. Today we’ll be sitting down with Miguel Lepe, the owner and winemaker of Lepe Cellars who has been making wine in Monterey County for over 10 years. Lepe Cellars is a winery that focuses on making wine from Monterey grapes, and they recently opened their tasting room in downtown Carmel by the Sea. Lepe Cellars wines are characterized by their balanced, right fruit, and food friendly wines. In this episode, Miguel shares with us how his relationship with wines began and his experience in creating and building a win...2021-08-1831 minEveryday Wine with Kris LevyPodcast Trailer: Everyday Wine with Kris LevyWelcome to the Everyday Wine Podcast, a podcast that is all about taking an everyday approach to the complex and fascinating world of wine. Each week, I will be sharing with you top stories from up coming winemakers and tastemakers and help you learn how you can create a great experience for you and your friends around wine. In this episode, I will be talking about how I started my wine journey, why I decided to have this podcast, and what you can expect from it in the upcoming episodes. If you’re a wine love...2021-08-1707 min
Talking to Cool People w/ Jason FrazellKristopher Levy - Building Relationships and Business through WineSend us a textKris gives some direct and useful advice on the best wine if you aren't a wine person (like Jason), how he loves walking into a room full of strangers and how his military background and experience lend themselves to being a fast-growing entrepreneur in the wine space."But don't look at where you're going. Look at where you want to go."Kris is a veteran, winepreneur, wine lover, and world traveler. Kris specializes in helping wine brands build communities and relationships with their consumers. Kris practices what...2021-08-1258 min
The Subscription Box ShowEpisode 153 - Subscription Story, A Year Chronicling An Entrepreneur's Journey. Part 3, Lessons from the first 6 mths, with Kris LevySend us a textI am extremely excited to introduce to you, Part 3 of our mini-series with none other than Kris Levy! You might remember Kris from episode 4 with his original story on a failed subscription box, and the lessons he learned with it. Then I brought Kris back for episode 79, which was Part 1 of Subscription Story, A Year Chronicling An Entrepreneur's Journey, The 1st Few Months with Kris Levy. In part 1, episode 79 Kris was about to launch his brand new wine club subscription box, he had just come up with the concept, didn’t even...2021-05-1839 min
The Unbeatable Life007 - The Warrior Entrepreneur - with Kris LevyKris Levy is an officer in the US Army whos career has been guided by the scene of tanks being transported across country when he was two years old.
He has taken that north star vison to build a wine club membership program showcasing local California wines all while serving full time.2021-04-1552 min
Break Your Bullsh*t Box170: Adapting and Progressing with Kris LevyToday's Guest: Kris LevyHi there! My name is Kris, and I am a Wine Branding Coach, who specializes in helping wine brands build relationships and communities to increase virtual direct to consumer sales.Selling wine direct to the consumer isn’t about closing a sale, its about starting a conversation.The best way to start a conversation with your ideal wine consumer is by building a wine brand that people want to engage with through relationships and communities.When we get this right, sales follow, more importantly relationships follow th...2021-04-1251 min
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The Psychology of Copywriting7 Lessons From Marketing Wine During a Pandemic w/ Kris LevyIn today’s episode, Kris Levy and I discuss his love for wine and how he has combined it with his passion for marketing. He shares how the story behind wine is more important than the label – it attracts customers and elevates their experiences. We dive into the impacts of the current COVD-19 pandemic on wineries and how Kris hosts virtual happy hours to bring together wine lovers, winemakers, and wineries. Kris shares with us how building a community and strong connections helps you write better copy. No matter what niche you’re in, Kris drops TONS of wisdom...2021-01-1940 min
The Subscription Box ShowEpisode 110 - Subscription Story, A Year Chronicling An Entrepreneur's Journey. Part 2, After The Launch, with Kris LevySend us a textI am extremely excited to introduce to you, Part 2 of our mini-series with none other than Kris Levy! You might remember Kris from episode 4 with his original story on a failed subscription box, and the lessons he learned with it. Then I brought Kris back for episode 79, which was Part 1 of Subscription Story, A Year Chronicling An Entrepreneur's Journey, The 1st Few Months with Kris Levy. On Part 1, Kris was about to launch his brand new wine club subscription box, he had just come up with the concept, didn’t even have...2020-12-1640 min
Another Way to PlayFinding Success With A Strategic Mindset with Kris LevyKris Levy is a US Army Veteran turned Wine Branding Coach who specializes in helping wine brands build relationships and communities to increase virtual direct to consumer sales.Let’s dive right into the episode and learn how Kris’ mindset helped him transition from the Army to the Entrepreneurial Coaching business.Things you will learn in this episode:[00:01 - 05:29] Opening SegmentI Introduce my guest, Kris Levy, to the showKris talks about his background and his virtual Wine ClubServed 10 years in the military3 years into Entrepreneurship[05:30 - 19:33] Getting into the Wine busi...2020-11-2337 min
Doin' the Thing PodcastSeason 3, EP#7 - Un-wine-ding with Kris LevyWe're taking a bit of a break from our regular program and talk about wine with our friend Kris Levy. Kris is the founder of Kris's Wine Club. This community provides members resources and choices of wines they'll know they'll love even before opening the bottle. He is also a Wine Branding Coach who specializes in building relationships and communities for wine brands to increase virtual direct to consumer sales. As you can tell, Kris loves wine, loves talking about it, and loves sharing the stories behind the brand.
In this episode, Kris treats us with stories a...2020-11-0628 min
The Subscription Box ShowEpisode 079 - Subscription Story, A Year Chronicling An Entrepreneur's Journey. Part 1, The 1st Few Months with Kris LevySend us a textI’m extremely excited to introduce to you a brand new mini-series! I have partnered up with Kris Levy (you might remember him from episode 4) and we are going to record his entire first year’s journey of launching his new subscription box company. We are going to chronicle everything from Kris’s original idea, to naming the box, to setting goals, to following him around for an entire year!And for those of you in The Subscription Box Show Facebook Group, you will gain special access to Kris’s journey. He will be...2020-10-0537 min
Digital Transformation & Leadership with Danny LevyCustomer Service in the New Economy w/ Anila Fredericks, Kris Odland & Jan van VeenIn this episode of Digital Transformation & Leadership Kris Odland, Managing Director at Field Service News moderates a panel discussion with Anila Fredericks, Head of Customer Service Operations at Telstra, Jan van Veen, Founder & Managing Director at moreMomentum and Danny Levy, Managing Director APAC at Worldwide Business Research and WBR Insights.
The panel get into the impact of the pandemic on their respective organisations, the importance of an agile mindset and the ability to pivot, the DNA of an organisation and how this relates to pivoting successfully, the shift to ‘good enough but quick’ instead of ‘fully road-tested but slow’, how leadersh...2020-07-121h 02