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What's the Problem?Michael JuergensMichael Juergens is the founder of the Bhutan Wine Company and the visionary behind the development of Bhutan’s nascent wine industry. A longtime wine expert, certified sommelier, and Master of Wine candidate, Juergens began his journey in wine over three decades ago. By day, he is a senior partner at Deloitte, where he leads the firm’s Winery Solutions & Services practice, advising some of the world’s most prestigious wineries. But it was a 2016 visit to Bhutan—originally for a marathon—that set him on a new path. Surprised to find no vineyards in a country with ideal growing co...2025-07-171h 35
TECHTalks New Tech FrontiersThe Wineries of the FutureIn this episode host Raquel Buscaino is joined by Michael Juergens, Principal at Deloitte Touche LLP, and Leader of Deloitte Winery Solutions and Services Practice to take a deeper dive into the world of wine and discuss some of the technology trends that are shaping the future of wine production and distribution. Connect with and follow the speakers here: Raquel Buscaino : https://www.linkedin.com/in/raquelbuscaino/ Michael Juergens : https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-juergens-9882212/ (00:00) Introduction (00:53) Wine production overview (02:47) Role of technology in wine...2025-04-1615 min
The Cellar Door PodcastCDP Insights: WTF is going on in the USA with Tariffs?Send us a textMichael Juergens runs a global wine consultancy practice for one of the big four consulting firms. With all the talk around tariffs I tracked Michael down to get his perspective on what is going on in the USA. Michael brought his usual energy and colour to what was an insightful catchup! Support the show2025-03-2435 min
The Restaurant GuysMichael Juergens, Going Where No Winemaker Has Gone Before!The BanterThe Guys discuss keys to having a great restaurant experience. Find out what happens when one is missing.The ConversationThe Restaurant Guys host ground-breaking (literally) wine guy Michael Juergens who has championed wine-making in Bhutan. Hear the story of how that has come to fruition as well as the future and impact of Bhutanese wines. They also discuss his edgy book and the “right” way to experience wine. The Inside TrackThe Guys met Michael through a long-time college friend of the...2025-02-1159 minThe Cellar Door PodcastBhutan Revisited: Michael Juergens and the Rise of a Himalayan Wine DreamSend us a textLong time listeners of the show will remember back to Season 1 Episode 24, the story of the adventurous Michael Juergens and the founding of the Bhutan Wine Industry. Well, ladies and gentlemen - Michael is back, and he’s back with a bang to give both you and me an update on all things regarding the development one of the world’s most exciting emerging wine scenes. Michael has been busy, from managing the Bhutan Wine Companies first release, and gathering support for the project, including welcoming Jancis Robinson onto the Company board...2025-02-011h 19
ESG Talk Podcast#85 Yvonne Zwick: Wer oder was ist BAUM und was leisten sie für ein nachhaltiges Wirtschaften?Im heutigen ESG-Talk-Podcast begrüße ich die großartige Yvonne Zwick, Vorsitzende des B.A.U.M. e.V., dem führenden Netzwerk für nachhaltiges Wirtschaften. In dieser spannenden Episode gibt sie uns exklusive Einblicke in die Arbeit des Vereins und zeigt auf, wie Unternehmen auch ohne Mitgliedschaft von der umfassenden Expertise profitieren können.
Gemeinsam sprechen wir über die größten Herausforderungen im Bereich nachhaltiges Wirtschaften und beleuchten, wie Netzwerken auf europäischer Ebene den Wandel hin zu mehr Nachhaltigkeit unterstützt. Seien Sie gespannt auf wertvolle Tipps und spannende Einblicke aus erster Hand – ein absolutes Muss...2024-11-1948 min
Entrepreneurs on FireBuilding the Next Napa Valley, In the HIMALAYAS with Michael Juergens: An EOFire Classic from 2021From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2021. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant. Michael is a wine expert, author, professor, drummer, international business consultant, founder Bhutan Wine Company, owner SoCal Rum, and Drinking and Knowing Things. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Only do epic stuff with cool people or you won’t be able to maximize the ROI of the time you have on this planet. ...2024-11-1019 min
The Elevate Media PodcastNavigating Life and Wine with Michael JuergensSend us a textEver wondered how a punk rock skateboarder turned into a wine industry pioneer? Today on Elevate Your Brand, we sit down with Michael Juergens, a certified sommelier and best-selling author, whose serendipitous encounter with an old Italian wine at 40 propelled him to international wine acclaim. Embodying the mantra of doing "epic shit with cool people," Michael's journey is a testament to the notion that it's never too late to chase your passion.Michael takes us on a remarkable adventure through the Himalayas, where he is establishing a new wine industry in...2024-07-2232 min
Beyond 8 FiguresDo Epic Sh*t With Cool People with Michael Juergens, Bhutan Wine CompanyBalancing work and personal happiness is never easy. But what if we told you that it’s not about balance but integration? Work-life integration is about weaving your personal interests and passions directly into your professional activities. Take Michael Juergens, for example: he started a winery in Bhutan by combining his passion and hard work, showing how this blend can lead to exciting business opportunities and happier life. And today, he’s sharing his journey to show how aligning what you love with what you do can help you achieve both personal and professional success. About Micha...2024-05-221h 20
Strap on your BootsZero to CEO: Crafting the Future of Wine in Bhutan with Michael JuergensJoin me on Zero to CEO as I chat with Michael Juergens, a super wine geek who pioneered the wine industry in the Kingdom of Bhutan. Discover why Michael chose Bhutan, not only the world’s only carbon-negative country but also on its path to becoming the first 100% organic nation, as the foundation for his groundbreaking venture. In this episode, Michael shares his ambitious vision to transform Bhutan into the next Napa Valley, details about the nation’s first-ever grape harvest set for 2024, and his mission to make wine culture accessible and enjoyable, steering clear of pretentiousness. We’ll also d...2024-05-1315 min
Mission Matters Business Podcast with Adam TorresThe Wine Industry in the Kingdom of BhutanBhutan Wine Company currently has approximately 200 acres of vineyards, growing 16 different grape varietals—nine red and seven white—spread across nine sites in Bhutan. In this episode, Adam Torres and Michael Juergens, Founder of Bhutan Wine Company, explore the Bhutan Wine Company story and plans for growing the wine industry in Bhutan. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule.Apply to be a guest on our podcast:https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/2024-05-0920 min
Mission Matters Luxury with Adam TorresThe Wine Industry in the Kingdom of BhutanBhutan Wine Company currently has approximately 200 acres of vineyards, growing 16 different grape varietals—nine red and seven white—spread across nine sites in Bhutan. In this episode, Adam Torres and Michael Juergens, Founder of Bhutan Wine Company, explore the Bhutan Wine Company story and plans for growing the wine industry in Bhutan. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule.Apply to be a guest on our podcast:https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/V...2024-05-0920 min
Brave Bold BrilliantMichael Juergens, Super Wine Geek - On a Mission to Make Bhutan the next Napa ValleyJeannette is joined by Michael Juergens, a self-professed wine geek and entrepreneur, who shares his fascinating journey of establishing the Bhutan Wine Company in the remote kingdom of Bhutan. From his unexpected introduction to Bhutan through a marathon opportunity to the challenges and triumphs of creating a wine industry in the Himalayas, Michael's passion and determination shine through. He emphasises the importance of doing "epic shit with cool people" as his guiding principle, leading him to pursue extraordinary ventures and meaningful connections KEY TAKEAWAYS Michael's journey to create the Bhutan Wine Company showcases the...2024-04-0147 min
Super Entrepreneurs PodcastWorld’s Most Iconic Vineyard with Michael JuergensWelcome to the Super Entrepreneurs Podcast! In this episode, our host, Shahid Durrani, dives deep into an extraordinary journey with Michael Juergens, a visionary entrepreneur who defied the odds and kick-started Bhutan's wine industry. Imagine discovering a country with breathtaking landscapes but devoid of vineyards, and against all odds, deciding to revolutionize its wine scene. Michael, a self-proclaimed "super wine geek" and seasoned marathon runner, shares the fascinating tale of how he turned Bhutan into a winemaking haven. Chapter Stamps: Unexpected Discoveries [00:02:00]Michael faces Bhutan's lack of vineyards, sparking determination. The P...2024-03-1326 min
21st Century EntrepreneurshipMichael Juergens: Bhutan's Wine FrontierMichael Juergens is a multifaceted wine consultant, master of wine candidate, author, and punk rock drummer who shared his extraordinary journey of introducing winemaking to the Kingdom of Bhutan. We explored the unique tradition of Bhutanese name-giving by monks, which inspired the naming of his wine brand, Ser Chem, or "alcohol of the gods." Juergens' narrative weaves through his initial accidental marathon sign-up leading him to Bhutan, to the inception of the nation's first wine company under the guidance of local monks and the government.Juergens elucidates the challenges faced from selecting suitable grape varieties...2024-02-2524 min
On The Wine Road PodcastThe Magical Bhutan Wine Company (Classic)This Classic episode was recorded in September of 2021 for my radio show, then uploaded as a podcast a year later. If you missed it the first time around, I know you'll enjoy it this time. The Kingdom of Bhutan has been referred to as "magical" for quite some time. So I suppose it should come as no surprise that the introduction of vineyards, while in the shadow of the Himalayas, occurred unexpectedly. And like a centuries-old fable, the hero in this tale possessed an unwitting innocence. Words that can best describe the project are, adventurous, ch...2023-11-2842 minOn The Wine Road PodcastThe Magical Bhutan Wine Company (Classic)This Classic episode was recorded in September of 2021 for my radio show, then uploaded as a podcast a year later. If you missed it the first time around, I know you'll enjoy it this time. The Kingdom of Bhutan has been referred to as "magical" for quite some time. So I suppose it should come as no surprise that the introduction of vineyards, while in the shadow of the Himalayas, occurred unexpectedly. And like a centuries-old fable, the hero in this tale possessed an unwitting innocence. Words that can best describe the project are, adventurous, ch...2023-11-2842 min
The Oakwyn PodcastEp. 192: With Special Guest, Sam JuergensIntroducing the newest addition to our superstar Managing Broker team, Oakwynite Sam Juergens! Supportive, knowledgeable and quick-witted, Sam is a terrific addition to our team. Learn more about his unique background and his journey into real estate!2023-11-0853 min
The Joe Budden PodcastEpisode 662 | "Respectability Politics"The JBP begins this episode discussing new music which included Rick Ross & Meek Mill reconnecting on a new ‘SHAQ & KOBE’ (21:07), breaking down J. Cole’s verse on “The Secret Recipe” with Lil Yachty (27:55), and Ice & Ish attended a listening party for Yo Gotti’s CMG project (1:00:35). The room then discusses Brittany Renner sitting down with Shannon Sharpe (1:15:15), Damian Lillard gets dealt to the Milwaukee Bucks (1:42:31), Joe comments on the goofy promotion from ESPN & the NFL with Taylor Swift (1:50:26), and Drake is a number one record away from tying Michael Jackson for most all-time (1:58:52). Also, Joe proposes a question about battle rappe...2023-09-302h 50
YOUFMRadioIT'S JUST MUZIK pres. IN MY HOUSE 004 with DEN MARTELO [16 Sep'23]01. DAFT PUNK - Giorgio by Moroder [columbia 2013]
02. CERRONE - Supernature (intrumental mix) [malligator 1977]
03. FRANKEY & SANDRINO - Acamar [innervisions 2015]
04. NANDU - Tears in your eyes [out of options 2023]
05. RAMPA - 2000 [cocoon 2021]
06. RODRIGUEZ Jr - Kilian [mobilee 2021]
07. AGORIA - Grande Torino [infiné 2010]
08. IO E PALMIERI - Passi Bind (Ci-fra re-mash) [white 2023]
09. MICHAEL FORZZA & DIMITRI ANDREAS feat. JULIAN HIVAL - Kahana (2020 retouch) [systematic 2020]
10. CLAUDE VONSTROKE - 7 deadly strokes (patrick chardronnet remix) [neutonmusic 2006]
11. ROMAN KYN - Where we belong [siamese 2023]
12. JUERGENS - Love it (final mix) [room recordings 2006]
13. MADBEN - Circuit breaker [ellum 2023]
14. LEN FAKI - BX3 [ostgut ton 2009]
15. MACEO PLEX - Solar Detroit [e...2023-09-202h 03
#UniLodz PodcastsHistorians in conversation - Dr Henning JürgensHow do historians build their career, what motivates them and how they deal with professional and personal challenges? What shapes their professional path? Dr Michael Green from the Faculty of Philosophy and History welcomes you to his podcast, where he will be inviting interesting guests to explore their stories.Dr Henning Jürgens, academic researcher at the Department of Religious History, IEG-Leibniz Institute of European History in Mainz. In this episode, the conversation revolves around the questions of shaping one’s life perception based on childhood experiences and their influence on future life choices, academic career as a r...2023-09-1547 min
Destination Eat Drink on Radio MisfitsDestination Eat Drink – Wine in California, Italy & BhutanBrent is popping corks in Napa & Sonoma in California, Puglia & Abuzzo in Italy, and in a remote corner of Asia for a special episode on wine. A grape named for a sheep, the first winery in Bhutan, and almost getting kicked out of a vineyard this week. [Ep 244]
Show Notes:
Full show notes at https://radiomisfits.com/ded244/
Sam Coturri on Destination Eat Drink
Sixteen 600 Winery website
Sam’s podcast The Wine Makers
Katie Quinn on Destination Eat Drink
Katie Quinn’s book Cheese, Wine, and Bread: Discovering the Magi...2023-08-0425 min
Club dVIN 2023 Roadmap Podcast🇧🇹Club dVIN Livestream: Planning the Inaugural Harvest with The Bhutan Wine Co.🍇Join us this summer in Bhutan: Embark on the adventure of a lifetime as part of our 2023 Steering Committee and help us break ground on the kingdom’s first ever winery.👉 APPLY HERE 👈Please remember to Like, Share & SMASH the Subscribe button!In this episode, we catch up with founders Michael Juergens & Ann Cross of the Bhutan Wine Company in a planning session leading up to the kingdom's first ever grape harvest in July/August of 2024. Did you know? The Bhutan Wine Co. has granted Club dVIN members the exclusive right to parti...2023-05-3035 min
Club dVIN 2023 Roadmap Podcast🍷Club dVIN Livestream: A Himalayan Harvest with the Bhutan Wine Co. & Club dVIN🇧🇹Experience the Unforgettable: Learn about the Bhutan Wine Co. and our upcoming once-in-a-lifetime Himalayan Harvest event.Welcome back to the dVIN Roadmap series. This is Episode 07 and it’s all about Bhutan. We’ll be hearing from Michael Juergens and Ann Cross - the founders of the Bhutan Wine Co. themselves - and learning about the incredible work they’re doing to establish a sustainable wine industry in Bhutan. In case you didn’t know: The Bhutan Wine Co. has granted Club dVIN members the exclusive right to participate in the kingdom’s inaugural grape harvest...2023-05-2244 min
Chaos RadioEpisode 07: ReflectionIn this episode we go deep into the concerns raised by some Chaos members surrounding the value flow splits and salary payments. Iara and LosA examine all sides of the contention + resolution and reflect on the key learnings. In segment two you’ll hear more about projects and events from 2022 including CC0labs and NYC + Los Angeles performances. Lastly, we leave you with a sneak peek of what to expect at Club Chaos in NYC on April 12, 2023.Chaos Radio Ep. 07 Credits:Executive Produced and Edited by Levi DowneyNarrated and co...2023-04-061h 07
Chaos RadioEpisode 06: ReleaseEpisode 06: ReleaseOn June 3, 2022 at 5:23pm Chaos was released into the world. What has since been called one of the most ambitious music NFT projects in history is now live! Join Iara and LosA as we relive the excitement of launch day and beyond. In episode 06 we’ll dive deep into the immersive release event Chaos Festival, then we'll hear from some of the headless band’s collectors and supporters, and finally, it wouldn’t be Chaos without a few discordian surprises. In the last segment we get vulnerable and open up about the first major conflict amongs...2023-03-3040 min
Speaking of Travel® With Marilyn BallMichael Juergens Seeks Happiness Through New Experiences By Saying YesMichael Juergens is a courageous serial entrepreneur and certified sommelier. As the founder of the Bhutan Wine Company, he is leading the development of the wine industry in the magical Himalayan country.Michael is an adventure race addict who optimized the runners mindset in all areas of his life. He's a sought-after speaker and author and owns the award-winning SoCal Rum company. Add to this he's a professor at the Paul Merage School of Business at the University of CA, Irvine. And remember, he invented the wine industry in the Kingdom of Bhutan. Discover how h...2023-02-1344 min
High Performance HealthBest of 2022: Achieve Your Goals in 2023 and Step Into Your Most Empowered Future Self!In a special mini-series of episodes, Angela takes a look back at some of the highlights from the past twelve months, showcasing some of the most insightful wisdom and practical advice shared by her amazing gallery of guests. In this second retrospective edition, Angela and her guests come together to talk about the way in which we can show up as our best selves for the new year ahead, and how to make sure we're empowered enough to achieve the goals we set for ourselves. KEY TAKEAWAYS In order to set yourself up to...2022-12-3045 min
Everyday 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 min
The Wine ConversationLet's Talk About... Bhutan Wine with Michael JuergensElephants in the vineyard? Buddhist pickers who won’t kill insects eating the grapes? Just some of the challenges Michael Juergens faced establishing the first winery in Bhutan. Elin McCoy talks to him about how he, as a business consultant who loved to run marathons, play drums in a punk band, fell in love with wine and ended up on the wine world’s wildest adventure.2022-11-0656 min
On The Wine Road PodcastThe Magical Bhutan Wine CompanyThe Kingdom of Bhutan has been referred to as "magical" for quite some time. So I suppose it should come as no surprise that the introduction of vineyards, while in the shadow of the Himilayas, occurred unexpectedly. And like a centuries-old fable, the hero in this tale possessed an unwitting innocence. Words that can best describe the project are, adventurous, challenging, and even daunting, but it has the potential to be miraculously rewarding. Today I share the tale of the Bhutan Wine Company and its founder, the exceptional Michael Juergens. 2022-10-2542 minOn The Wine Road PodcastThe Magical Bhutan Wine CompanyThe Kingdom of Bhutan has been referred to as "magical" for quite some time. So I suppose it should come as no surprise that the introduction of vineyards, while in the shadow of the Himilayas, occurred unexpectedly. And like a centuries-old fable, the hero in this tale possessed an unwitting innocence. Words that can best describe the project are, adventurous, challenging, and even daunting, but it has the potential to be miraculously rewarding. Today I share the tale of the Bhutan Wine Company and its founder, the exceptional Michael Juergens. 2022-10-2542 minThe Elevate Media PodcastDrinking and Knowing Things with Specialist of Wine and Author, Michael JuergensSend us a textToday's guest is the best-selling author of drinking and knowing things. He's a certified wine specialist and a Master of Wine candidate with the Institute of Masters of Wine. He's a certified Somali air with the guild of Master Sommeliers. So he runs widely popular drinking and knowing things wine blog, which has adapted into multiple books that provide many different wine recommendations. And he is also the founder of, and I hope I'm pronouncing this right, Bhutan wine company, and is leading the development of the wine industry in the magical area...2022-10-1731 min
Talk Travel AsiaEp. 156: Bhutan: Land of Happiness, Wine, and Adventure Racing with Michael JuergensWe chat with Michael Juergens about wine and adventure racing in Bhutan.2022-09-1537 min
Fermented Adventure The PodcastMichael Juergens - Bhutan Wine CompanyIn this episode we speak with Michael Juergens of Bhutan Wine Company.
Michael grew up in Southern California. He was a punk rock skateboard kid. His origins were not in wine. His dad came home from a business trip to Italy with a bottle of wine. He suggested that they drink the wine and smoke cigars. At his mothers insistence, off to the garage they went. The first sip flipped a switch. This led him to being interested and curious about wine. That was 30 years ago. Our discussion of wine and Michael's experiences was fascinating and entertaining. You will l...2022-09-071h 03
The Cellar Door PodcastMichael Juergens is taking wine to the world's frontierSend us a textMichael Juergens, travelled to Bhutan to run a distance race. While running down the rocky Himalayan slopes, Michael had a vision of a wine industry. Not just any old wine industry but a premium wine industry. Not one to let an epic idea slip away, Michael flew back to his Deloitte office in California and prepared a white paper for the inception of a wine industry for the Bhutanese government. This is the background to a truly extraordinary story of an extraordinary person, whose love of epic adventures has taken him to the...2022-08-291h 15
Winging It Travel PodcastEpisode 79 - Travelling With Michael Juergens in The Magical Kingdom of Bhutan - Bhutan Wine CompanyWelcome to number 79 and this week I am joined by the owner of the Bhutan Wine Company, SoCal, Drinking & Knowing Things newsletter/books and a Master of Wine, Michael Juergens. A really super fun chat with so many stories, be sure to be laughing all the way through as well as being inspired. We talk extensively about Bhutan and his venture into setting up vineyards in the country for the very first time. We delve into why this is a historic moment, how the Bhutanese have really taken to Michael, how the Royal Family will receive the first bottles of...2022-08-222h 06Winging It Travel PodcastEpisode 79 - Travelling With Michael Juergens in The Magical Kingdom of Bhutan - Bhutan Wine CompanyWelcome to number 79 and this week I am joined by the owner of the Bhutan Wine Company, SoCal, Drinking & Knowing Things newsletter/books and a Master of Wine, Michael Juergens. A really super fun chat with so many stories, be sure to be laughing all the way through as well as being inspired. We talk extensively about Bhutan and his venture into setting up vineyards in the country for the very first time. We delve into why this is a historic moment, how the Bhutanese have really taken to Michael, how the Royal Family will receive the first bottles of...2022-08-222h 06
Melting PotFor the love of Wine! With Michael JuergensThis is a special bonus episode with a special guest Michael Juergens. In this episode we talk all about wine. A certified specialist of wine, Michael has written multiple books on the subject, and is also the person behind the wildly popular - Drinking and amp; We could go on, but we would rather have you listen to his story from the man himself! Michael has followed his passion for wine to Bhutan. On a trip there he discovered there was no wine in the region, one thing led to another and he...2022-08-0443 min
WeinnotesMichael Juergens - Bhutan Wine, Self Help, Club Dvin, Wine NFTs, Rice Wine, Grand Slam MarathonWhen you read the bio of Michael Juergens, it is a stellar read! Michael is on track to becoming a master of wine. He wrote the wine laws and business plans for the country of Bhutan. The author of several wine books, the owner of an award-winning rum company, and the drummer of a punk rock band that published the first punk rock album on the blockchain.
Micheal is different from most wine professionals, and his weekly emails always start with, “Let me tell you why Vin Santo or some other off-the-wall wine is dop...2022-07-2258 min
WeinnotesMichael Juergens - Bhutan Wine, Self Help, Club Dvin, Wine NFTs, Rice Wine, Grand Slam MarathonWhen you read the bio of Michael Juergens, it is a stellar read! Michael is on track to becoming a master of wine. He wrote the wine laws and business plans for the country of Bhutan. The author of several wine books, the owner of an award-winning rum company, and the drummer of a punk rock band that published the first punk rock album on the blockchain. Micheal is different from most wine professionals, and his weekly emails always start with, “Let me tell you why Vin Santo or some other off-the-wall wine is dope AF.” His colo...2022-07-2158 min
Building Better Businesses with Catalyst ConsultingThe Power of Never Selling Yourself Short with Michael JuergensJoin me this week as we go in depth with Michael Juergens and discuss his wine and rum companies, as well as his book "Drinking and Knowing Things."
Michael Juergens bio:
"You know that one friend you have that knows wayyyyy more than anyone should know about some super esoteric topic that no one else gives a shit about? Like every Philadelphia Eagles statistic from the 1990s, or a bunch of obscure bands that no one has heard of, or the intimate details of the WWI battle of Whogivesafuckistan, or the plot...2022-07-2044 min
Outdoor Adventure SeriesMichael Juergens, Outdoor Adventurer, Certified Sommelier & Specialist of WineOur guest today on the Outdoor Adventure Series is Michael Juergens.Michael is an Outdoor Adventurer, Certified Sommelier & Specialist of Wine, and Founder of 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 Bestselling Author, Serial Entrepreneur, and Professor at UC Irving.Other interesting notes on Mike:Currently, a candidate to become the 58th American to qualify as a Master of WineSpeaker and author, and also is a...2022-07-0653 min
Beyond Organic WineMichael Juergens - Developing Bhutan’s First Ever WineMy guest for this episode is the bestselling author of Drinking & Knowing Things, he's a Certified Sommelier with the Guild of Master Sommeliers, a Certified Specialist of Wine, and a Master of Wine Candidate with the Institute of Masters of Wine. His final blind tasting test is this month. He runs the wildly popular Drinking & Knowing Things wine blog which has been adapted into now 3 books. He owns the award-winning SoCal Rum company, which was recently awarded the highest point score in history for any Silver Rum. Michael was a professor at the University of CA, Irvine. And he...2022-07-051h 15
High Performance HealthUltra Running, Biohacking and Wine drinking with Michael JuergensAngela talks with Michael Juergens, senior partner at Deloitte and Master of wine about how to optimise your life for everything you want to do They discuss how you can train for recovery and the value of cold exposure as a part of your routine along with Michael's passion for wine and how he has founded the wine industry of the Kingdom of Bhutan. This is a fascinating insight into a truly unique individual with a passion for life, living and great wine, listen in and hear more KEY TAKEAWAYS R...2022-06-281h 25
Bad Boy RunningEp 378 | The Runner Who Brought Wine To Bhutan & The World's Toughest Ultra | Michael JuergensSend us a textLove the podcast and these videos? Buy us a beer! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/badboyrunning Join the Bad Boy Running Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/badboyrunning Visit the Bad Boy Running store for merchandise: https://store.badboyrunning.com Join the Bad Boy Running Club here: https://club.badboyr...2022-06-121h 16
Chaos RadioEpisode 05: Act IV RebirthJoin hosts iara ❀ and LosA for an exploration of the final Act of Camp Chaos before release day. The Design, Dev, and Operations teams are now fully focused on hitting the mint deadline. But, many campers have been working on this all-consuming project for nearly a year and it’s beginning to take a toll on their minds and bodies. After a deep dive into the health of the Chaos network, we then answer a few challenging questions about the legal structure required for the 80-person collective to release this artwork as a single entity. Finally, stick around to the...2022-05-3039 min
Glass in Session® WinecastJurassic Wine, Jura, and Dinosaurs | S10E2The wine region of Jura in Eastern France, the wines, styles, appellations, and ullage. Yes, ullage, along with straw lustiness, yellow wine, toasted angels, and dinosaurs ... all in under 30 minutes. Resources from this episode: Books: A Bite-Sized History of France: Gastronomic tales of revolution, war, and enlightenment (Chapter 40. Revelation in a Bottle), [Audio Edition], Hénault, S. & Mitchell, J. (2019) French Wine Scholar Study Manual, 5th Edition, Wine Scholar Guild (2015) Jura Wine, Lorch, W. (2014) Oxford Companion to Wine, 4th Edition, Robinson, J., Harding, J. (2015) W...2022-05-2729 min
Talking OTC CommoditiesFit for 55 – is Shipping running out of time?In this episode, Michael Mervyn-Jones (EEX) and Richard Heath (EEX) discuss the ongoing transition to greener shipping with Tjard Juergens, Stefan Schindler and Patrick Schwinke from ZEABORN Ship Management and specifically examine just how ready the shipping industry is when it comes to EU ETS readiness.In the podcast, the panel chats on the progress made since the “Fit for 55” package was announced almost a year ago and highlights a number of key areas which require further clarification including transparency of the political process, the importance of credible MRV data and who is ultimately responsible when it come...2022-05-1938 min
Cork & Taylor Wine PodcastEpisode 52: Michael Juergens, Kingdom of Bhutan Wine & Epic Shit with Cool PeopleThis week, Michael Juergens joins the Cork & Taylor Wine Podcast to talk about only wanting to do Epic shit with cool people, planting grapes in Bhutan and his growing insightful wine blog, Drinking & Knowing Wines.Don't forget to Subscribe, Rate and Review! Also, follow us on our Facebook @corkandtaylor and Instagram accounts @corkandtaylorpodcast.Also, Please consider supporting the show as it would be appreciated. This helps me offset expenses to continue to run and grow the Cork & Taylor Wine Podcast. Thanks! Lukehttps://www.patreon.com/corkandtaylor2022-05-0552 min
Chaos RadioEpisode 03: Act II Disorder2-weeks into Camp Chaos we transitioned from Order to Disorder. The music making teams have been shuffled (by Eris, Goddess of Discord) the value has begun to flow (real money sent to campers), and the planning for release day is imminent! Join us for episode 3 of Chaos Radio as iara ❀ and LosA cover the major happenings of Act II:Introducing Eris, Goddess of Discord and ChaosMusic of Act IIValue flow, Coordinape, and camper participationWeb3 to Web2 rolloutCredits:Executive Produced and Edited by Levi DowneyNarrated and Co-produced by: iara ❀ and...2022-04-2542 min
Chaos RadioEpisode 02: Act I OrderAct I of Camp Chaos has started. And girl did Chaos show herself the first two weeks of camp: Technical challenges, interpersonal conflict, and a decent amount of overwhelm were surpassed by amazing music and human connections made thus far. In today’s episode, join iara ❀ and LosA as they answer a few key questions about camp:What are we actually making? (sneak peak of some music)How will campers get paid? (hint; liquid splits)How are we feeling so far? (ØⱤĐɆⱤ & ₵Ⱨ₳Ø₴)Chaos Radio Ep. 02 Credits:Narrated and Produced by: iara ❀ and LosAExecutive Produced a...2022-04-0433 min
Bottled in China: A Wine & Food PodcastWine From Bhutan? High Altitude, High HopesToday we speak with Michael Juergens, the founder of the Bhutan Wine Company, who is leading the development of the wine industry in the kingdom of Bhutan. Sharing a border with China and India, Bhutan is known for its remarkable landscape characterized by steep mountains. Michael is also a senior partner with a Big Four consulting firm, where he runs the Winery Solutions practice. In this podcast we speak about how a trip abroad to Bhutan lead Michael to speak with the local government about investing in vineyards and winemaking. While wine...2022-02-2722 min
My Favorite Mistake: Business Lessons from Failures and SuccessSommelier and Consulting Firm Partner Michael Juergens on Wine Mistakes and MoreEpisode page: https://www.markgraban.com/mistake135
My guest for Episode #135 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Michael Juergens. 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 of wine, a certified sommelier, and a Stage 2 candidate to become the 59th American to qualify as a Master of Wine, if he can “pass the damn exam” as he says on his website.
Michael is also the author of t...2022-01-2756 min
The Best 5 Minute Wine Podcast2021 - Year in ReviewHi, this is Forrest Kelly, and I'd like to take just a moment and look back on 2021, the year in review. First off, I'd like to thank my beautiful wife, Paula for her support of the podcast. And I couldn't have done it without you! Looking at the numbers and the analytics for the 2021 year. The biggest majority of listeners, of course, came from the United States. Second place belonged to, do you have a guess what country? India was second place and that was followed by the United Kingdom, Italy, and Germany. The platform Spotify, as you know...2021-12-2102 min
The How-to EntrepreneurSoCal Silver Rum Founder Michael Juergens on Multicultural Entrepreneurship, TM War with MTV, and Wine MasterySocal Silver Rum and Bhutan Wine Company Founder. Michael invented the wine industry in The Magical Kingdom of Bhutan after competing in an adventure race there. He is also the author of “Drinking and knowing things” - The Greatest Wine Book Ever. Michael shares multiple milestones and how-to advice over what's been successful serial entrepreneurial career. For example, how he and a friend defended their trademark against MTV and WON, when they were just teenagers! Leave Some Feedback: Who should we have on the show next? Please let us know in the comments below Did y...2021-12-1834 min
The UnNoticed EntrepreneurHow "Drinking and Knowing Things" can be good for your business.How can combining opposites into your brand name help your marketing? That's just one of the insights I have from today’s guest, the bestselling author of Drinking & Knowing Things, Michael Juergens. Michael runs the wildly popular Drinking & Knowing Things wine blog which was adapted into a book that provides 52 specific wine recommendations. He is the founder of the Bhutan Wine Company and is leading the development of the wine industry in the magical Himalayan country. Based in California, Michael Juergens is a Certified Sommelier with the Guild of Master Sommeliers, a Certified Specialist of Wine, and a...2021-12-0720 min
The UnNoticed EntrepreneurHow "Drinking and Knowing Things" can be good for your business.Get Noticed! Send a text.How can combining opposites into your brand name help your marketing? That's just one of the insights I have from today’s guest, the bestselling author of Drinking & Knowing Things, Michael Juergens. Michael runs the wildly popular Drinking & Knowing Things wine blog which was adapted into a book that provides 52 specific wine recommendations. He is the founder of the Bhutan Wine Company and is leading the development of the wine industry in the magical Himalayan country. Based in California, Michael Juergens is a Certified Sommelier with the Guild of Ma...2021-12-0720 min
Grape Encounters Wine RadioEpisode #643 – The Foot Race That Brought Winemaking to the Himalayas!This story would make a great movie, if only the plot were believable. Michael Juergens is part Earnest Hemingway, part Ethan Luther (Tom Cruise’s character in Mission Impossible) and a hefty dose of Andre´ Tchelistcheff (Google him if you don’t know).
Michael lives the life most people dream of; a senior partner at one of the big 4 international accounting firms, a guy who runs foot races in places like Antarctica and an uber-serious wine enthusiasts who is delightfully unpretentious. He also builds motorcycles and hotrods but, despite his extraordinary knowledge of so many things, his knowledge of geography leave...2021-11-1642 minGrape Encounters Wine RadioEpisode #643 – The Foot Race That Brought Winemaking to the Himalayas!This story would make a great movie, if only the plot were believable. Michael Juergens is part Earnest Hemingway, part Ethan Luther (Tom Cruise’s character in Mission Impossible) and a hefty dose of Andre´ Tchelistcheff (Google him if you don’t know).
Michael lives the life most people dream of; a senior partner at one of the big 4 international accounting firms, a guy who runs foot races in places like Antarctica and an uber-serious wine enthusiasts who is delightfully unpretentious. He also builds motorcycles and hotrods but, despite his extraordinary knowledge of so many things, his knowledge of geography leave...2021-11-1642 min
The Best 5 Minute Wine PodcastMichael Juergens - Kingdom of Bhutan Pt. 4Breaking news.......Think about this, if you had the first bottle of wine ever commercially produced in America. Like, what would that bottle be worth? That bottle would be in the Smithsonian? Here it is the very first bottle ever produced in America or in France or in Australia or wherever. That's the first bottle that would be important. We missed the mark by hundreds of years in most countries, but I'm doing that. I'm going to make the first bottle, so I want to. The very first thing that we're going to do is make one barrel, which...2021-11-0206 min
Matt Talks Wine & Stuff with Interesting People'Matt Talks Wine & Stuff with Interesting People' Podcast: Michael JuergensMichael Juergens may just be the most interesting man in wine. He’s building from scratch vineyards in the Kingdom of Bhutan, dealing with monkeys in the vineyards and overcoming the trickiest supply chain issues you’ll ever come across! 2021-10-2948 min
The Best 5 Minute Wine PodcastMichael Juergens - Kingdom of Bhutan Pt. 3Welcome to The Best Five Minute Wine Podcast, I'm your host, Forrest Kelly, from the seed to the glass wine has a past. Our aim at The Best Five Minute Wine Podcast is to look for adventure at wineries around the globe. After all, grape minds think alike. Let's start the adventure. We're speaking with a man responsible for bringing vineyards to the country of Bhutan, the Kingdom of Bhutan. How big a country is it? It's actually not that big a country. It's about the size of Switzerland. So it's probably, I don't know, 300 miles North to South...2021-10-2605 min
The Best 5 Minute Wine PodcastMichael Juergens - Kingdom of Bhutan Pt. 2Welcome to The Best Five Minute Wine Podcast, I'm your host, Forrest Kelly. From the seed to the glass, wine has a past. Our aim at The Best Five Minute Wine Podcast is to look for adventure at wineries around the globe. After all, grape minds think alike, let's start the adventure. Our featured winery is we continue our conversation withMichael Juergens and his wine adventure in the Himalayan hills of Bhutan. When all is said and done, what kind of wine are you looking to produce? We want to make wines that are going to...2021-10-1906 minDestination Eat Drink on Radio MisfitsDestination Eat Drink – Bhutan with Michael JuergensThere’s no history of winemaking in the kingdom of Bhutan. After all, Bhutan is a mountainous country in the Himalayas. Michael Juergens is looking to change that. After running a marathon in Bhutan he thought “where are all the grape vines?” A couple years later he planted vineyards and is getting ready to harvest the first vintages. Michael tells up about starting the Bhutan Wine Company and the food he’s enjoyed there. [Ep 150]
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Michael’s book “Drinking & Knowing Things”
Bhutan Wine Company website
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The Best 5 Minute Wine PodcastMichael Juergens - Kingdom of Bhutan Pt. 1Welcome, to The Best Five Minute Wine Podcast, I'm your host, Forrest Kelly. From the seed to the glass, wine has a past. Our aim at The Best Five Minute Wine Podcast is to look for adventure at wineries around the globe. After all, grape minds think alike. Let's start the adventure. Our featured winery is. Hello. This is your captainspeaking. Welcome to Juergen's airlines, we hope you enjoy your flight to the Kingdom of Bhutan in the Himalayas, Bhutan is sandwiched between two countries India and China on our flight thisevening is...2021-10-1205 min
All About Wine09-30-2021 - Guest: Michael Juergens "Drinking & Knowing Things" & moreOur guest tonight is Michael Juergens, "Drinking & Knowing Things' newsletter, a candidate to becoming the 45th American to qualify as a Master of Wine, started the wine industry in the Kingdom of Bhutan, professor at the University of California Irvine, and owns the award winning SoCal Rum company.
Hosted by Ron since 2009. Wine maker, cellar master, vineyardist and tasting expert, Ron, makes wine less confusing and more fun. Learn something new each week during the show.
We are always looking for guests to talk about their winery, vineyard, wine-related product, enology, horticulture and more. Visit our website for details on how...2021-10-011h 29
Glass in Session® WinecastThunder Dragon (Part 2) - Bhutan and Wine with Michael Juergens | S8E2In part two of this interview with Michael Juergens we pick up where we left off last time in “the land of the thunder dragon.” What could “Bhutan in a wine glass” really mean to this tiny kingdom? We discuss the interesting way the wines labels are determined, chasing happiness, and dive a little deeper into travel, agriculture and spirits culture in Bhutan. We also learn about other projects Michael's involved in, such as the basic genius behind his award winning rum company and canned cocktails. And, because he’s a master of wine candidate, you know w...2021-09-2436 minGrape Encounters Wine RadioEpisode #634 – How a Foot Race Through the Himalayas Took Winemaking to a Higher LevelThis story would make a great movie, if only the plot were believable. Michael Juergens is part Earnest Hemingway, part Ethan Luther (Tom Cruise’s character in Mission Impossible) and a hefty dose of Andre´ Tchelistcheff (Google him if you don’t know).
Michael lives the life most people dream of; a senior partner at one of the big 4 international accounting firms, a guy who runs foot races in places like Antarctica and an uber-serious wine enthusiasts who is delightfully unpretentious. He also builds motorcycles and hotrods but, despite his extraordinary knowledge of so many things, his knowledge of geography leave...2021-09-1400 minGrape Encounters Wine RadioEpisode #634 – How a Foot Race Through the Himalayas Took Winemaking to a Higher LevelThis story would make a great movie, if only the plot were believable. Michael Juergens is part Earnest Hemingway, part Ethan Luther (Tom Cruise’s character in Mission Impossible) and a hefty dose of Andre´ Tchelistcheff (Google him if you don’t know).
Michael lives the life most people dream of; a senior partner at one of the big 4 international accounting firms, a guy who runs foot races in places like Antarctica and an uber-serious wine enthusiasts who is delightfully unpretentious. He also builds motorcycles and hotrods but, despite his extraordinary knowledge of so many things, his knowledge of geography leave...2021-09-1400 min
Glass in Session® WinecastThunder Dragon (Part 1) - Bhutan and Wine with Michael Juergens | S8E1In part one of this fun, fascinating interview with Michael Juergens, we discuss how we ended up in Bhutan and eventually set up the entire wine industry: from writing the business plan, working with government representatives, planting the vines, to preparing for harvest and wine-making operations and building the production facility. Michael shares the beauty and culture of this special place, as well as all the challenges of doing this as a pandemic descended on the globe. In Part 2 we cover the topics of naming the Bhutan wines, his award-winning rum company, wine studies as...2021-09-1044 min
JCB LIVEJCB LIVE: Michael JuergensPick up Michael's new book, Drinking and Knowing Things: https://www.amazon.com/Drinking-Knowing-Things-Michael-Amon/dp/B09251Y946Episode Wine Offer: Viewers receive 20% off (members receive 30% off).Coupon code HAPPY35; Expires Sun 9/5Shop Now: https://jcblive.tv/3gOklGU
Meet Crispin Cain, the mastermind behind the exquisite spirits of 'Prosperous & Penniless.' With a rich history that began in the vineyards of California, Crispin's journey in winemaking evolved into a distinguished career in distillation. Under the tutelage of cognac virtuoso Hubert Germain-Robin, Crispin mastered ancient techniques that now define his a...2021-09-021h 13
Beats Vines and LifeDon't Sleep. How Michael Juergens became The Most Interesting Man in the World of Wine.MJ’s guest today is an author, senior partner at Deloitte, a Certified Sommelier with the Guild of Master Sommeliers, a Certified Specialist of Wine, and a Master of Wine Candidate with the Institute of Masters of Wine - Michael Juergens. Michael has written a number of books on wine, and runs the wildly popular Drinking & Knowing Things wine blog which was adapted into a book that provides 52 specific wine recommendations. He is the founder of the Bhutan Wine Company, and is leading the development of the wine industry in the magical Himalayan country. He owns the award-winning SoCal Ru...2021-08-301h 30
Wine Talks with Paul K.Taking a region from zero to one with Michael JuergensMichael Juergens is a Master of Wine candidate, industry consultant, and author. In this episode Paul and Michael sit down over a glass (or two) and discuss the exciting challenge of growing grapes where they have never been grown before, wine snobbery, and his recently published book Drinking and Knowing Things.2021-07-291h 00Wine Talks with Paul K.Taking a region from zero to one with Michael JuergensMichael Juergens is a Master of Wine candidate, industry consultant, and author. In this episode Paul and Michael sit down over a glass (or two) and discuss the exciting challenge of growing grapes where they have never been grown before, wine snobbery, and his recently published book Drinking and Knowing Things.2021-07-291h 00
Road Dog PodcastMichael Juergens is Drinking Wine and Knowing Things“There’s more astronauts in the US then there are masters of wine.” Michael Juergens is a wine master, rum maker, author, and runner. In this episode recorded at High Camp in Squaw Valley, he discusses his knowledge of wine and creating wineries in the Kingdom of Buhtan. Bradley Escobar also joins the conversation on his 34th birthday as well as some other special guests. Support Road Dog Podcast by: 1. Joining the Patreon Community: https://www.patreon.com/roaddogpodcast 2. Subscribe to the podcast on whatever platform you listen on. DRYMAX show code...2021-06-072h 27
Homefront Girl® The Podcast with Gaby JuergensHomefront Girl® Interview with Sir Michael Tobin, OBE on life, work and lessons learned As the former ‘maverick’ CEO of Telecity Group, the FTSE 250 data centre operator, which he took from £6million to £3billion, Michael is known across the globe as the leader who created the data centre industry in Europe.Subsequently, Michael turned his attention to supporting entrepreneurs, businesses and leaders in the digital and technology space. Having received The OBE (Order of the British Empire) from Her Majesty the Queen for Services to the Digital Economy, he is now on the boards of multiple tech companies across four continents.In 2016 he raised more than £120k for The Prin...2021-05-0753 min
Christopher Lochhead Follow Your Different™The Last Wine Frontier: Bhutan W/Michael JuergensOur guest today Michael Juergens, is a senior partner at Deloitte. He's also a super wine geek of the highest order and on a trip to the Bhutan in 2016 , he discovered there was no vineyards there at all. What you're about to listen to is the real story of how Michael, by accident, connected with government leaders in this magic little country to become the founder of a new industry and is pioneering the last great wine frontier.
Bio:
Michael Juergens doesn't fit into a simple box.
As a senior partner in a large global consulting firm, he's a seasoned bus...2020-12-141h 08
Unlock This Ground-Breaking Full Audiobook And Feel The Difference.The Oscar Wilde Collection by Oscar WildePlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/217678to listen full audiobooks.
Title: The Oscar Wilde Collection
Author: Oscar Wilde
Narrator: Various Performers
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 8 hours 23 minutes
Release date: June 1, 2010
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4 of Total 6
Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 1
Genres: Theatre & Radio
Publisher's Summary:
Four classic comedies from one of the wittiest playwrights in Western literature. Lady Windermere’s Fan The irreverent satire that launched Wilde’s succession of classical comedies. A Lord, his wife, her admirer and an infamous blackmailer converge in this delicious comic feast of scandal. A divinely funny comedy of good girls, bad husbands and...2010-06-018h 23Get New Full Audiobooks in Literature, Theatre & RadioThe Oscar Wilde Collection by Oscar WildePlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/217678to listen full audiobooks.
Title: The Oscar Wilde Collection
Author: Oscar Wilde
Narrator: Various Performers
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 8 hours 23 minutes
Release date: June 1, 2010
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4 of Total 6
Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 1
Genres: Theatre & Radio
Publisher's Summary:
Four classic comedies from one of the wittiest playwrights in Western literature. Lady Windermere’s Fan The irreverent satire that launched Wilde’s succession of classical comedies. A Lord, his wife, her admirer and an infamous blackmailer converge in this delicious comic feast of scandal. A divinely funny comedy of good girls, bad husbands and...2010-06-018h 23