Ken Levine has written, produced and directed some of television's most iconic shows, including M*A*S*H, Cheers, Frasier, The Simpsons, Everybody Loves Raymond and many more. When he is not writing for Hollywood, he has done play by play Major League Baseball for The Baltimore Orioles, Seattle Mariners, San Diego Padres, and Los Angeles Dodgers. Today, he sits down with Amanda and Vanessa to talk about his one of a kind journey and tell stories from his podcast, "Hollywood and Levine."

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This week, comedian Anna Roisman dishes the dirt on what it’s like to serve Champagne to celebrities, including members of Green Day after their Grammy win. Plus, we reminisce over waiting tables with bottles from our exclusive Michelin subscription, and how restaurants made Anna fall in love with Riesling.

Wines from the show:

2014 Kuentz-Bas Riesling Geisberg Alsace Grand Cru

NV Paul Launois Blanc de Blancs Composition #3 Champagne

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Atlanta Braves pitching phenom Ian Anderson and his twin brother Ben throw Amanda and Vanessa a curve this week, proving they’re anything but wine rookies despite being just 22 years old. “I wish more people would take advantage of wine as a way to get close to people,” Ian told us between stories of growing up with great bottles on the table, and how wine continues to tie this MLB family together.

Wines from the show:

2018 Carter Cellars, Napa Valley

2016 Altesino Brunello di Montalcino 

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This week, we sit down with legendary perfectionist and Grammy, Emmy, Oscar, Tony winner AND vintner John Legend. Needless to say, we had a lot to talk about, from the musicality and balance inherent in wine to innovative pairings for Chrissy Teigen's favorite foods, and how rose just "goes with life." Plus, the inside intel on John's partnership with legendary Burgundy vintner Jean Charles Boisset and the duo's incredible LVE wines.

Wines from the show:

2017 Comtesse de Chérisey La Genelotte Meursault-Blagny Premier Cru

2018 Kongsgaard Syrah Hudson Vineyard

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This week, we sit down with MLB star Will Clark for stories involving “quite a bit of profanity,” and quite a few laughs. From spraying Champagne to giving public apologies, “Will the Thrill” talks about everything from America’s pastime and our favorite pastime, with grand slam wines like Orin Swift’s powerhouse 8 Years in the Desert. 

Wines from the show:

2015 Coho Merlot Michael Black Vineyard Coombsville Napa Valley 

2018 Orin Swift 8 Years in the Desert California Red Wine

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This week on Wine Access unfiltered we go beyond the leg lamp and Red Ryder BB gun of A Christmas Story with actor-producer Peter Billingsley. From Port and cigars to family traditions and histamines in wine, this episode is anything but “Fragile.” Plus, we open one of the rarest port-style wines in existence from cult icon Williams Selyem.

Wines from the show:

2013 Williams Selyem Vista Verde Vineyard Port San Benito County

2018 Domaine Jean Grivot Vosne-Romanée Burgundy France

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While he might be the world’s first personal fitness trainer, “Body by Jake” founder Jake Steinfeld didn’t always have his sights on getting Harrison Ford ready for Indiana Jones or convincing Bette Midler to do a push-up. From accidentally getting drunk and falling asleep next to Andrew Lloyd Webber to developing an affinity for Cristal and caviar with Steven Spielberg, Jake Steinfeld spills his unbelievable stories and hilarious moments — and they always seem to happen around wine.

Wines from the show:

2017 Ornellaia Bolgheri Superiore DOC

2007 Billecart-Salmon Cuvee Louis Salmon Blanc de Blancs Vintage Brut Champagne

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For the first time ever, Vanessa and Amanda are joined by another Wine Expert—wine critic and Vinous founder Antonio Galloni. Not only does he share his secrets to finding great wine on a budget, but we dive into Antonio’s linguistic history, background in music, and days as an MIT grad student. Buckle up!

Wines from the show:

2019 Bedrock Zinfandel

2019 Arnot-Roberts Syrah Sonoma Coast

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A man with an endless arsenal of stories, comedian Bert Kreischer does standup shirtless on Netflix, has side-splitting conversations on his podcasts, and loves wine (even on the treadmill). This week, we pour a couple of glasses while he shares about breaking into comedy and how a bottle of wine sparked one of his most life-changing conversations.

Wines from the show:

2010 Larkmead Solari

2017 Quinta do Noval Touriga Nacional

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Comedian Steve Byrne joins us to discuss how to work a room... and dig yourself out. Join us as we give him tips on how to impress his good friend and wine lover Vince Vaughn (who makes a surprise visit), despite not knowing much about wine himself. Just like that time he hosted the CMA red carpet show despite knowing nothing about country music... except Garth Brooks.

Wines from the show:

2018 Teeter Totter, Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

2018 Masseto, 'Massetino'

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