Chords, Vines & Dines

We sit down with Francesco Cusimano, owner/chef of Rustico Ristorante and Pizzeria. For Francesco, it's all about heart. Redbone made a huge name for themselves with Come and Get Your Love. Meet Raven and Redbone 2.0!

The holidays are here! Kat, Gary, and I eat our way through our visit with Robert Schueller, head of publicity for Melissa's Produce. From potatoes to apples, to squash, chestnuts and so much more, here's everything you need to complete you holiday table!

Brian and Maryann have released their new CD as a tribute to their late son Brett. We talk about the release and how they chose what to include. Chef Jorj Morgan will join us in a future episode

Gary Dalton has been a fixture in the Southern California for decades. With this episode he becomes a member of the Chords, Vines & Dines team. Chris Johnston is the owner and winemaker of Middle Ridge Winery. Years ago I named him the "Mad Scientest of Idyllwild".

Joanne Ledesma does it all when it comes to music. She also manages Cross-Eyed Possum, The Water Tower, Hillary Klug, and others. Join us for a fascinating visit with her. Robert Schueller from our official produce sponsor Melissa's Produce will bring us up to date on all things produce as we transition from summer to fall.

Dave Blackburn and Robin Adler are a husband-and-wife musical duo. For years they have been paying tribute to Joni Mitchell. We visit with them and feature songs from Dave's new album "Air". Paul Preston is "The Movie Guy" and takes us to the movies.

Alice Wallace is a singer/songwriter who has just released her first album since moving to Nashville. We just happen to think it's terrific! Malek Amrani is the founder and winemaker for The Vice Wines in Napa.

David Alexander shot the cover photo for The Eagles "Hotel California" and dozens of others. He talks about his new book. Blake Johnson heads up A3, the American Aronia Accelerator.

Robert Schueller from Melissa's Produces introduces spring produce to use. Paul Preston takes us to the movies. We revisit Billy David.

Meet the creator of Vino Voss, your virtual AI sommelier, and author Adam Kaat who tells us about life in the service industry during COVID.