Clyde Davis Jr. joins us to share his remarkable journey through the beverage industry, from operating one of Washington, D.C.'s most respected bottle shops to becoming a recognized voice in spirits education and advocacy. With experience as a spirits competition judge, Clyde offers a unique perspective on what defines quality, innovation, and excellence in today's ever-evolving beverage landscape. He also discusses the importance of mentorship, community engagement, and creating opportunities that help shape the next generation of beverage professionals

Joel Blum joins us to share the latest updates from the L.A. Spirits Awards and the High Spirits Awards, offering an inside look at how these influential competitions continue to evolve and recognize excellence across the beverage industry. As co-founder of the L.A. Spirits Awards, Joel discusses the importance of impartial judging, diverse industry expertise, and why third-party validation through awards can help brands build credibility, increase visibility, and earn consumer trust. He also highlights the growing impact of the High Spirits Awards, which celebrates excellence in cannabis and hemp-derived beverages, providing consumers, retailers, and producers with a trusted guide in one of the industry's fastest-growing categories

Scotty Palmer joins us for a candid conversation about one of the biggest challenges facing growing brands today - cash flow. As a CPA, a fractional CFO, and founder of Palmer's Strategic Advisors, Scotty shares practical advice on how businesses can stop bleeding cash, build a strong financial foundation, and put the right systems in place to grow with confidence and purpose

Rodolphe and Maggie Frerejean-Taittinger are redefining the art of celebration with French Bloom, the award-winning alcohol-free sparkling wine that brings luxury, innovation, and inclusivity to every toast. In this conversation, they share the inspiration behind the brand, the evolution of the non-alcohol movement, and how they are creating a new vision of modern French elegance

Antonio Capaldo, Chairman of Feudi di San Gregorio, joins us to discuss his vision for elevating the global reputation of Southern Italian wines while honoring the rich heritage of Campania. He shares insights on sustainabilty, innovation, and the role of leadership in shaping one of Italy's most respected wine estates. The conversation offers a fascinating look at the intersection of tradition, terroir, and the future of wine

Lonnie Finley shares his journey, leadership lessons, and impact on the beverage and hospitality industry. We discuss the importance of representation, mentorship, and creating opportunities that help elevate the next generation of talent

Emma Sleight, Head of Content for The World's & North America's 50 Best Bars, explores the world of exceptional hospitality. Emma is the leading voice behind the beverage industry's most influential rankings. She shares insights to selection process, emerging trends, and what truly sets the world's best bars apart. From innovation and storytelling, to service and culture, this conversation offers a fascinating look inside the evolving landscape of the international bar community

Geoff Whitman has turned two lifelong passions - wine and photography - into an extraordinary career that spans vineyards and world tours. In this lively conversation, he shares stories from the road as a photographer with Pearl Jam, including the creative moments behind the camera, and his very different kinds of creative work with Lloyd Cellars. His enthusiasm for music, travel, and storytelling shines through as he reflects on the experiences that have shaped his unique journey

Food Network Star Chef Guy Fieri celebrates the milestone of our 300th episode. This high energy conversation is as bold and flavorful as his career. We talk about Guy's journey from chef to cultural force of nature, the passion behind his restaurants and philanthropy, and what excites him about Santo Tequila. It's an honest, fun, and inspiring look at the stories behind the drive that keeps Guy creating at full speed

Alice Tetienne, Deputy General Manager & Cellar Master at Maison Henriot, offers a look at the meticulous process she employs to maintain the luminous, elegant style that defines the Champagnes of Henroit. We explore her roles as both guardian of the house's historic savoir faire and as a forward-thinking scientist navigating the challenges of modern viticulture & viniculture. The conversation captures her unique philosophy on the art of blending, revealing how she translates the nuances of the vineyard into a timeless liquid legacy