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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...2025-02-1158 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
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 Brilliant PodcastMichael 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...2022-12-3044 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
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
EmbellishPodDrinking and Knowing ThingsI get the opportunity to talk with bestselling author of Drinking & Knowing Things, Michael Juergens. Not only is he an author 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. He is the founder of the Bhutan Wine Company, he owns the award-winning SoCal Rum company, is a professor at the Paul Merage School of Business at the University of CA, Irvine and has agreed to climb down to the dregs of social media and rub elbows with us cretins.2022-07-262h 08