I invited African American Sommelier Derrick Westbrook, founder of Vine Culture and who also works with and at 57th Street Wines in Chicago, to the Balance Room. Thanks to Bodkin Wines, an African American owned Winery, the Balance Roomers get to take advantage of a limited time discount in Bodkin Wines Online Store. Listen to this episode to find out how!

Time Stamps

02:35 - Derrick Westbrook Intro

07:05 - 7UP Story

12:15 - Songology (SPECIAL)

21:30 - Go To Gadget

24:00 - Ask #ESeats (How do I handle Jetlag)

Continued Conversation

26:15 - Derrick's experience as a Black Sommelier

29:50 How Derrick introduces wine to Non Wine Drinkers

31:28 - Reason for business changing from The Winemen to Vine Culture

36:18 - Tare Of The Week - Travis Greene's song "You Waited"

Episode Sponsor Bodkin Wines

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Derrick Westbrook Info

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WEBSITE: http://www.VineCultur.com

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