The biddies take a second look at one of the most badass women in winemaking history, the widow Clicquot - and how she created a veritable champagne empire, invented new technologies to get her champagne to market faster, and was just a generally awesome lady.

Happy Women’s History Month! The biddies discuss a favorite book of theirs, Girly Drinks, written by Mallory O’Meara - which dives into the history of women and alcohol and several famous (or should be famous) women figures who have paved the way for us to be the boozy biddies we are today.

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In this week’s mini, the biddies discuss Trader Joe’s Charles Shaw wine, more affectionately known as “two buck chuck”, and how it came to be. Learn how Charles Shaw started a winery, lost a winery and ended up with a wine with his name on it but no control over the product.

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In honor of Black History Month (and also just because it’s a fascinating part of alcohol’s history in the US), the biddies dive into the history of African American ‘barkeeps’ (bartenders) and mixologists. Tune in to learn about some of the unfortunately lesser-known individuals who have left a lasting mark on cocktail culture - and also about some cool efforts to honor them and support BIPOC mixologists today.

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The biddies love all things woo so of course they had to devote a mini-episode to biodynamic wine. They explore this viticultural practice that prizes the interconnectedness of all things on the vineyard (or farm in broader agriculture) and includes the moon. Certain times of the moon’s cycle are considered better for planting or harvesting, for instance. Tune in to learn more about what’s involved in this steps-further-than-organic winemaking practice.

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The eternal question strikes again… is wine (or other kinds of alcohol) actually healthy for you? The biddies cover the medicinal use of alcohol throughout the centuries, dive into some scientifically-backed benefits and include a special PSA. Also, please note we are not medical professionals. We are barely professionals of any kind.

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The biddies kick off the new year with some favorites, Super Tuscans! Learn about the big three - Sassichaia, Ornellaia, and Sassichaia - as well as some more affordable options. Learn why they’re cool and how to spot them in the store.

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What better way to end the year than with a bubbles episode! The biddies enjoy two delicious bottles of champagne while discussing the difference between grower and negociant champagne, and how you can tell which you’re buying. Happy New Year!

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The biddies tackle a dark time in American history: prohibition. Tune in to learn about the why, the how, and the how everyone got around it. You may have heard about speakeasies gin joints, but what about blind pigs and clip joints?

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