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The Connected Table Live episodes

October 29 Serving "Unreasonable Hospitality" New Orleans-Style: Restaurant Pros Weigh In
Les Dames d’Escoffier New Orleans presented Serving Up Unreasonable Hospitality at Cochon Restaurant October 26, 2026. Panelists Brandon Groh, G.M., Emeril’s (Michelin 2-Star); Ti Martin, Co-Proprietor, Commander’s Palace; Dr. Afua “Effie” Richardson, Co-Owner, Dakar NOLA (Michelin 1-Star) and Tim Pacillas, G.M., Pêche, discussed the culture of New Orleans hospitality and ethos of “Unreasonable Hospitality: The Remarkable Power of Giving People More than They Expect,” the book by Will Guidara.

The Connected Table is broadcast live Wednesdays at 2PM ET and Music on W4CY Radio (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (www.talk4radio.com) on the Talk 4 Media Network (www.talk4media.com).

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38 min
October 21 Gaetana Jacono, Valle Dell'Acate, 6th Generation Vintner in Sicily
Gaetana Jacono is the 6th generation family member overseeing Valle Dell’Acate, a wine estate in southern Sicily's Ragusa province. Valle Dell'Acate produces organic wines made from local varieties including Frappato di Vittorio DOC and Cerasuolo di Vittoria DOCG, Nero D'Avola, Grillo and Vermentino. Valle Dell'Acate offers tours, wine and food tastings and cooking classes. Gaetana highlights Frappato, a refreshing light-bodied red, unique to the area. www.valledellacate.com

The Connected Table is broadcast live Wednesdays at 2PM ET and Music on W4CY Radio (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (www.talk4radio.com) on the Talk 4 Media Network (www.talk4media.com).

The Connected Table Podcast is also available on Talk 4 Media (www.talk4media.com), Talk 4 Podcasting (www.talk4podcasting.com), iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Pandora, Spotify, Audible, and over 100 other podcast outlets.

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52 min
October 14 Inside New Orleans Culinary & Hospitality Institute (NOCHI)
New Orleans is a renowned dining destination. But did you know that the city is home to an outstanding culinary school? New Orleans Culinary & Hospitality Institute (NOCHI) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that offers 100-day certificate programs in culinary arts and baking arts that cover 25 subjects and 650 hours of practical instruction. NOCHI President/CEO Gerald Duhon discusses what makes New Orleans hospitality unique and NOCHI's programs including its student run pop-up restaurants.

The Connected Table is broadcast live Wednesdays at 2PM ET and Music on W4CY Radio (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (www.talk4radio.com) on the Talk 4 Media Network (www.talk4media.com).

The Connected Table Podcast is also available on Talk 4 Media (www.talk4media.com), Talk 4 Podcasting (www.talk4podcasting.com), iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Pandora, Spotify, Audible, and over 100 other podcast outlets.

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50 min
October 07 Rethinking Pink: Gastronomic Dark Rosés
When the leaves start to turn color at the onset of autumn, our palettes turn to dusky dark rosé wines. These are gastronomic rosés with depth and structure that offer ripe red berry and floral notes and pleasant herbal, savory characteristics. Pair with charcuterie and cheese boards, Mediterranean mezze, roast pork, grilled fish and spicy dishes. Explore rosé-focused production regions, including Tavel (Southern Rhone, France), Cerasuolo d'Abruzzo (Italy) and Cigales (Castilla y Leon, Spain).

The Connected Table is broadcast live Wednesdays at 2PM ET and Music on W4CY Radio (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (www.talk4radio.com) on the Talk 4 Media Network (www.talk4media.com).

The Connected Table Podcast is also available on Talk 4 Media (www.talk4media.com), Talk 4 Podcasting (www.talk4podcasting.com), iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Pandora, Spotify, Audible, and over 100 other podcast outlets.

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31 min
September 30 Chef Alon Shaya and June Hersh Preserve Food Memories from WWII Survivors & Heroes
What does the memory of a family meal mean to you? For survivors of World War II and the Holocaust, food memories provided an important emotional connection to families lost and traditions preserved. Chef/Restaurateur Alon Shaya and Culinary Historian/Author June Hersh, co-authored "Memories of a Good Meal: Recipes of Resilience Inspired by Stories of World War II Survival," This cookbook features 10 diverse, moving accounts of Holocaust survivors and WWII heroes and cherished recipes.

The Connected Table is broadcast live Wednesdays at 2PM ET and Music on W4CY Radio (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (www.talk4radio.com) on the Talk 4 Media Network (www.talk4media.com).

The Connected Table Podcast is also available on Talk 4 Media (www.talk4media.com), Talk 4 Podcasting (www.talk4podcasting.com), iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Pandora, Spotify, Audible, and over 100 other podcast outlets.

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31 min
September 23 Fischer & Wieser: How a Texas Family Farmstand Became an Award-Winning Specialty Foods Co.
The Fischer & Wieser Farmstead originated in 1928 when German immigrant J.B. Wieser planted a peach orchard in Fredericksburg, Texas. His son, Mark, cared for the orchard during school breaks. In 1969, Mark founded Fischer & Wieser’s Das Peach Haus to sell the family’s Hill Country peaches and handcrafted preserves. A decade later, a Case Fischer, a loyal worker, proposed to Mark to expand their offerings. They created Fischer & Wieser, a company that now produces over 150 specialty foods.

The Connected Table is broadcast live Wednesdays at 2PM ET and Music on W4CY Radio (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (www.talk4radio.com) on the Talk 4 Media Network (www.talk4media.com).

The Connected Table Podcast is also available on Talk 4 Media (www.talk4media.com), Talk 4 Podcasting (www.talk4podcasting.com), iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Pandora, Spotify, Audible, and over 100 other podcast outlets.

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50 min
September 16 Celebrating Vintage Port with Adrian Bridge, CEO, Taylor Fladgate
Established in 1692 by English wine merchant, Job Bearsley, the venerable Port house, Taylor Fladgate, has remained 100% independent and family-run throughout its history. Today its holdings include Taylor Fladgate, Fonseca and Croft. In 2026 all three historic houses declared 2024 as a Vintage Port, a rare occurrence and the first since 2017. CEO Adrian Bridge discusses Taylor Fladgate’s family roots and historic milestones, the Port making process, styles and what determines a Vintage Port.

The Connected Table is broadcast live Wednesdays at 2PM ET and Music on W4CY Radio (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (www.talk4radio.com) on the Talk 4 Media Network (www.talk4media.com).

The Connected Table Podcast is also available on Talk 4 Media (www.talk4media.com), Talk 4 Podcasting (www.talk4podcasting.com), iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Pandora, Spotify, Audible, and over 100 other podcast outlets.

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54 min
September 10 Gruet: How a French Champagne Family Achieved Sparkling Success in New Mexico
Laurent Gruet grew up working in the vineyards with his father, Gilbert Gruet, founder of the family's Champagne house. In the 1980s Gilbert planted vineyards in New Mexico and sent Laurent and his sister, Nathalie, to the U.S. to oversee the family’s new winemaking venture. Gruet Winery achieved global acclaim for its methode champenoise sparkling wines. In 2020, Laurent became a partner at VARA Winery & Distillery, bringing his expertise to a new generation of New Mexico's sparkling wines.

The Connected Table is broadcast live Wednesdays at 2PM ET and Music on W4CY Radio (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (www.talk4radio.com) on the Talk 4 Media Network (www.talk4media.com).

The Connected Table Podcast is also available on Talk 4 Media (www.talk4media.com), Talk 4 Podcasting (www.talk4podcasting.com), iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Pandora, Spotify, Audible, and over 100 other podcast outlets.

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48 min
September 02 Dr. Marion Nestle-A Leading Voice of Public Health, Food Policy & Nutrition
Dr. Marion Nestle, is one of the world’s most influential voices on food policy and nutrition and a sought-after speaker. Her Food Politics newsletter is a must-read on these topics. She is the Paulette Goddard Professor Emerita of Nutrition, Food Studies and Public Health at New York University and author of acclaimed books including Food Politics, What to Eat, Why Calories Count Eat Drink, Vote and Soda Politics and Sugar Coated (2026), a deep dive into forces shaping the cereal industry.

The Connected Table is broadcast live Wednesdays at 2PM ET and Music on W4CY Radio (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (www.talk4radio.com) on the Talk 4 Media Network (www.talk4media.com).

The Connected Table Podcast is also available on Talk 4 Media (www.talk4media.com), Talk 4 Podcasting (www.talk4podcasting.com), iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Pandora, Spotify, Audible, and over 100 other podcast outlets.

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50 min
August 26 From the Mountains to the Sea: Visiting Rouvalis Winery, Peloponnese, Greece
On the PGI Slopes of Aigialeia in the northern Peloponnese, Rouvalis Winery cultivates both native and international grape varieties on steep, isolated vineyards overlooking the Gulf of Corinth. Founded in 1990 by Angelos Rouvalis, a pioneer in Greece’s modern winemaking, Rouvalis Winery is overseen by his daughter, Theodora Rouvali, and her partner, Αntonio Ruiz Pañego, both oenologists. Theodora Rouvali discusses the region's unique microclimate, wines and her father's impact on Greek wines.

The Connected Table is broadcast live Wednesdays at 2PM ET and Music on W4CY Radio (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (www.talk4radio.com) on the Talk 4 Media Network (www.talk4media.com).

The Connected Table Podcast is also available on Talk 4 Media (www.talk4media.com), Talk 4 Podcasting (www.talk4podcasting.com), iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Pandora, Spotify, Audible, and over 100 other podcast outlets.

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52 min

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Food and beverage industry insiders Melanie Young and David Ransom connect you to leaders and legends in wine, spirits, food and hospitality as they travel the world. Hear from vintners,…