Hungry for More : an Epicurean's Dilemma: Recent Episodes
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Hey y'all! I'm Trish - an obnoxiously curious journalist with a passion for all things food and wine. As a long-time, former TV news anchor, I've been telling stories and asking questions for nearly two decades. Now, I'm bringing you long-form, intimate interviews and fun conversations with interesting people involved in the culinary, wine, and epicurean world. Hear unedited stories about growing up, life lessons, love, hardships, butt clench moments, successes and of course, food. You'll hear the different paths people took to get to the now with some belly laughs, a bit of wisdom, and a lot of joy mixed in. Hang on to the Final 3 - because they're my favorite and it's always a good time.
).Elena's story is right out of a good book that you just can't put down. Her story is one of hard work, tenacity, immigrant grit, and the idea of taking on a job with your whole heart and finding out you really love it.Woven throughout - it's a story of family, celebrating family and the hard work put in, and passed down to each generation. Elena talks about the journey her father took, a farmer through and through, season after season, looking for work before finally settling in the Pacific Northwest. He wasn't a wine drinker, but he had a vision in the vines and a dream to plant grapes.While this interview is somewhat focused on Alumbra Cellars and how it came to be... at the heart is the family that made it happen.
within their own wine journey and make the whole experience more fun.Pour a glass of your favorite vino (or whatever beverage!) and snuggle into this conversation. After that - check out Warner on social media! She'll help answer all your wine questions and steer you in the right direction.
It makes perfect sense for the guy who wasn't really good at cooking (we heard he kind of, ahem, sucked at it) to start a cooking series on YouTube. Brilliant move Jamie Tracy, the popular human behind @antichef on YouTube and the guy who found so much more out of this cooking series than just learning how to cook.Tracey, who previously worked in the Toronto film industry (who also made some films of his own, including a fairly popular one on Bigfoot), was finding the film industry was just not where he was wanting to be. At the suggestion of his then girlfriend, now wife, he decided to film himself in the kitchen - cooking up a dish from a cookbook and showing all the mistakes and messes in between.Tracey found people were really hungry for the mistakes and the mess-ups and he knew he had cooked up something fun and entertaining, with a dash of humility and humor.
champion in 2015, she opened her now shop, Decadent Creations.A sweet interview on Mindy's story and her journey to baking up wildly popular treats, plus her new adventures in the culinary world.
and the current board chair for the Oregon Wine Board. Her story is a busy one, too, full of life lessons, family, and navigating challenges and successes that came her way. A big disruption after college graduation forced her to change all her plans and make maybe the biggest pivot of her life. Surrounded by family, friends and community - she came out on the other side, ready to get to work, specifically in the wine industry. She found herself asking more questions, wanting to learn more and in 2015 moved up to Oregon seeking a wine community.Weaved throughout Henderson Ave. Wines (where music, wine, and gathering with community meet), her nonprofit, and finding spaces and opportunities in the wine industry for those who maybe thought it was off limits - is a woman who continues to ask questions, challenge the norm, and won't settle for complacency.
Trish loves a good breaking news story - and BREAKING NEWS - Lauren McDuffie (My Kitchen Little) is launching something super cool, super delicious, and is certain to make your life easier.This gem is back on the podcast - Trish first interviewed Lauren back in 2022 when she was living in Charleston, South Carolina and about to make a big move to Portland, Oregon. They catch up on life a bit before Lauren spills the beans on her new food product and the journey it took to get to this point. She and her business partner are reimagining salad dressing - giving it a much needed update, makeover, refresh and it's called... (wait for it)... Dressy! It's a completely different design to what tops your salads - Lauren explains where the idea came from and all the work behind the scenes to make it happen.She's creative, has a way with words, loves food and nerding out on food... and Hungry for More is rooting for all things Lauren McDuffie.
She says every oops or wrong turn has always led to personal growth. She's currently the winery chef at Ambar Estate (the story of getting here is a good one) where she believes she's found her happy place.
and enjoys being the one to make the decisions - the good, the bad and the ugly. She and Trish talk about the grit it takes when you're slinging your passion... and what's on the horizon for Flipturn Cellars.
She believes that special partnership is critical to building communities and becoming stronger, kinder, compassionate neighbors.
which helps food insecure families in Florida.This interview is full of stories - Norman's adventures, the people he's met, and at the heart - his passion for cooking.
There's a reason Sam Block has been on this podcast 4 times now - not only is she an absolute delight, but there's a natural familiarity when it comes to Sam and Trish... like they've known each other for years.Sam fills us in on what she's been up to lately, which includes some very exciting things at America's Test Kitchen. It's a project Sam is excited about and one that allows for creativity and learning. She also said she picked up a little side hustle - waiting tables at an Irish pub and she calls it a game changer.The two discuss cooking and baking, paint by numbers (Sam is more disciplined than Trish), and what "success" means to both of them. It's fun, sweet and lovely podcast between a couple of pals who met through this podcast and have developed a pretty great friendship.
A fun breath of fresh air, Sommelier and co-owner of Parallel Food & Drink in Portland, Oregon, Stacey Gibson chats with Trish about her adventures in wine and food. She grew up in Connecticut, went to college in Boston and then studied abroad in Tuscany - where a lot of this love of food and wine started. A desire for politics led her to Washington, D.C., but she discovered it simply wasn't for her, instead, an adventure to New York City is where she discovered her passion for wine, food, hospitality, and ultimately, her chef husband. After several years in the city, they both decide they wanted something different and moved to Portland, Oregon to embark on new adventures. And that's just what this interview is - one adventure after another.
"Life has been a journey I am proud of," Libra Forde. A perfect quote to not only describe Libra's life so far, but also this interview. Libra, the Executive Director of the Women's Foundation of Oregon was born and raised in New York City. The only child of two wildly talented parents (her mother was a successful runway model and Dad was Denzel Washington's first acting coach and the King of Cartoons on Pee-Wee's Playhouse), she talks about the influence they both had on her. Her parents were adamant that she go to college and think about a "real job," and while she says she struggled in college (it wasn't her first choice), she turned things around and made it work for her. The journey continues with a move to Hawaii, finding her voice in Toastmasters, becoming a keynote speaker, and working to make this place beyond our existence.
It's a roller coaster of emotions in this interview, so hop on and buckle up! Trish interviews Shauna Rosenblum, Lytton Springs winemaker at Ridge Vineyards. The two met through Women in Wine Oregon when Trish needed a dynamic panelist for the organization's annual conference. She blew away the audience with her journey to winemaking and we're hoping this conversation will do the same. Shauna grew up in the vines so to speak, knowing how to test sugars at a very young age and getting very good at throwing bottles on the bottling line when she was 12. Winemaking was not what she wanted to do though, so she set her sights on art school and then became an art teacher. At that point, her parents started a new winery and Shauna came to "help out" and essentially, ended up helping Dad build the company. She faced a series of challenges a few years later, ones that made her want to quit the wine business all together. She talks about how some song lyrics from Frozen 2, nacho cheese and vodka, and perhaps a message from the universe made everything come into focus.
Fascinating and inspiring interview with Renee Guilbault! Renee is a chef, author, CEO of "The Open Food Company" and co-host of cooking show, "In the Kitchen with Harry Hamiln." From an early age, Renee says she understood the importance of food and that it wasn't just something to put in our guts. At 17, she dropped out of high school and started working in the food industry. She landed a fairly significant job - one she didn't think she was quite ready for (thank goodness for positive mentors) before she decided culinary school in France was the next move for her. She was 100% positive a job in a fine dining restaurant was going to be the ultimate for her, but turns out, she couldn't leave fast enough. Renee talks about the opportunities that came her way, the huge responsibility she carries as a chef to make sure she's putting the right food message out in the world, and her latest adventure with Uncle Harry Hamlin - in the kitchen cooking together (episodes streaming on AMC+). Renee is on a mission to see "a world well-fed" and we couldn't be happier to help spread the word.
Trish discovers the many talents, fascinating stories, and brilliance behind keynote speaker and workshop facilitator Mary Czarnecki! The two met through Women in Wine Oregon and share a love for the art and importance of storytelling. Mary grew up on the west coast and her journey to the Pacific Northwest is full of bumps, major successes, and experiences! Mary is also the host of her podcast @stickynotemarketing where she helps listeners harness their superpowers through storytelling. (PS : Trish was a guest on Mary's podcast, too! Subscribe to @stickynotemarketing for a listen!)This smartypants discovered her talent of helping groups of people, who maybe weren't speaking the same language (figuratively) and bringing them together to connect. A lively, fun, in-depth interview on overcoming imposter syndrome, the importance of owning and telling your story, and why these two love the PNW so much. Enjoy!
Too much fun in this interview with Nicole McLaughlin, culinary producer for "allrecipes," known as the "home for the home cook." Nicole talks about growing up in an Italian family (and yes, Trish asks about those Sunday suppers), the family butcher who worked at the Piggly Wiggly, and how very important food was growing up. Nicole knew she wanted to do something in the culinary world and she says it was pure luck (unlucky for someone else) in how she ended up in front of the camera for "allrecipes." She shares her secrets for cooking on a budget - in fact, she says she's "mastered" it, so maybe take some notes! This lover of libations and master of the "perfect bite" will certainly leave you hungry for more.
This one is a doozy - in all of the best ways. Tracy Hooper, founder of "The Confidence Project" talks with Trish about growing up with 5 siblings and why the dinner table was so very important. She calls her mom (who sounds fabulous by the way) the "OG Talk Show Host," because come dinner, she would be checking up on everyone seated around the table. Tracy says this was truly the foundation for communication. She explains her journey to the west coast, where she ultimately began this incredible project, although it didn't start out to be what it is today. Now, through keynotes and one on one advising, even virtual labs, Tracy helps those gain more confidence in the working environment. Her keynote, "Words to Use, Words to Lose," helps those speak more confidently, efficiently, and just plain smarter. Trish says she was blown away by not only Tracy's heart for this work, but all she's doing to help teach civility. Take some notes!
Airis "The Chef" Johnson joins Trish once again on the podcast! The two catch each other up on what's been going on the last few years. This talented, funny, and 100% real chef talks about being on Food Network's "Chopped" (twice, Champion once!) and what it means to do reality TV. She shares how she's been helping others navigate the waters of reality TV in an effort to help them for their appearances. Airis talks about her work on a new book (not necessarily a COOKbook) and where she got the idea for an adult cartoon - not that kind of adult - just more mature cartoon. The two gripe about culinary mistakes they see others make in the kitchen, they chat about pantry staples, and cooking in general.
Sommelier, wine personality, Napa Valley expert, and super funny girl Amanda McCrossin talks about her wine journey with Trish in this episode. Amanda did not grow up wanting to showcase her knowledge in front of a camera on social media - nope - she wanted (and WAS!) and actor. She was going on auditions and landing roles and then, the wine bug bit her and started her on her path to keep learning more. She talks about the formative jobs she took that helped along the way, how the idea to put what she was learning in front of the camera, and the beast that is social media. She's funny, incredibly smart, doesn't take the wine industry too seriously. Tune in and find out why you shouldn't either.
Rifino Valentine, president and founder of Valentine Distilling Company is back on the podcast. He catches Trish up with all the cool things he's been up to, including a collab vodka with former football player and "CBS Mornings" anchor, Nate Burleson. There's a bit of controversy over whether or not Trish saw his company on "CBS Mornings" (Rifino says no, Trish says yes), but they figure it out. Rifino talks about why quality is so important to not only him, but really it's the foundation of his entire business. He introduces everyone to a very special copper pot still and tells the story of how it got its name. He shares the challenges his business has been facing, but is excited about some new things on the horizon.
She's a force in the Oregon wine industry and incredibly talented winemaker. Trish interviews Kate Payne Brown - currently winemaker at Ambar Estate and partner at Vinovate Custom Wine. She also has her own label, Dolores Wines. Trish met Kate through the organization, Women in Wine and instantly picked up on the calm, cool wisdom she carries with her. Kate is a triplet, from the East Coast and moved to Salt Lake City as a youngster. She did not care much about wine (she wanted to be an eye doctor, in fact) until she worked at an urban winery in Portland. The rest is truly history from there and she explains her journey to Australia and then back to the Willamette where she thought she'd just work one little harvest. Trish refers to this interview as the chapters of Kate and her book in the wine industry.
Just a couple of Southerners for y'all - discovering connections, similarities, and why focus is so important. Trish chats with Mark McWilliams, owner, founder and winemaker at Arista Winery. Arista is located in the Russian River Valley in California. This down-to-earth and heartfelt interview cruises through Mark's family's connection to California wine country and how he ultimately landed in the industry. He talks about the challenges he faced with the business and why going "low and slow" taught him a great deal of lessons.
What a ride this interview was! The incredibly talented and super fun Julia Coney chats with Trish about her beginnings, her amazing career, and why she's pushing to make wine fun again. Trish met Julia at the July Women in Wine conference and they instantly made a connection - but that's just what Julia does. She's an advocate, a friend, and a confidant. Julia talks about her beloved grandmother, a midwife in the area where she lived, and the incredible story of a woman delivered thousands of babies, mostly to families who didn't have any other options. Julia also talks about her career and the many chapters of her success, before she finally realized one day, she wanted to start writing about wine. She's a wine writer and wine consultant for American Airlines and also founder of Black Wine Professionals. She's also co-host of "Just Getting Better Podcast."
It's a heartfelt conversation between what seems like a couple of old pals : Trish interviews Nori De Vega - food blogger, independent restaurant advocate, and co-founder of "Tikim". "Tikim," which means "to taste" in Tagalog, is a concept inspired by Nori and two great pals to further the Filipino-American narrative by sharing their experiences - mostly with food. Nori talks about growing up in two VERY different cities worlds apart and how that shaped her and her tastes. She started what's now her incredibly popular food blog ( @NomNom_Nori ) during the pandemic as a way to support some of her favorite people and friends in the struggling Portland, Oregon food scene. That act of love and advocacy turned into something bigger than she imagined. Cook up a bowl of something delicious (maybe some noods), pour some bubbles, and enjoy this fun, heartfelt, and warm conversation.
Christopher Kimball of Christopher Kimball's Milk Street back on the podcast to talk about what he's calling his new initiative, "Cook America." Chris is essentially taking the idea behind why he started Milk Street and wanting to do more to encourage people to get in their kitchens and cook. Chris and Trish catch up since the last time they chatted (2020!), and still agree they don't ever want help cooking in the kitchen. Have a drink and stay out of the way. Please. Chris also explains why baking apple pies bring him immense joy and why he says he'll never be able to bake the "perfect apple pie."
Trish is diving into some PR 101 with founder and CEO of Curate & Co, Amanda Arrigotti-White. She started the company eight years ago - it's a public relations and social media agency that specializes in the food, beverage, and hospitality industries. Amanda talks about where she got her start in PR (wasn't a bad gig!) and how she slowly worked her way into the food and beverage industry. She gives us some tips and tricks when it comes to really promoting and selling brands, but the two both settle on the importance of storytelling. You may want to grab something to write with - Amanda is full of great PR advice.
David Page, former Executive Producer and Creator of "Diners, Drive-ins, and Dives" is back on the podcast to tell us all about his new project! Dave and Trish catch up on the latest, get in some good ole news talk, grumble about the latest food trends, and share their love of storytelling. David is launching a new podcast, "Culinary Characters Unlocked," and he talks about why he wanted to start this new project, but more importantly, WHO will be on it.
Hang on folks, it's a bouncy one. Trish interviews Erich Berg, founder and winemaker of Ricochet Wine Company. Erich is from the East Coast and first learned about wine when he got a job in a fine dining restaurant after college. In 2004, he decided to move to Oregon to work a harvest at Domaine Serene, and loved it, but a hip surgery a few years in put some plans at a standstill. This is where Erich's story gets a little bouncy because he decided to completely change his path, his job, etc. He's a teacher at heart, but explains he simply couldn't leave the vineyard and winemaking behind. He talks about his winemaking philosophy, where the name Ricochet comes from, and why it's more than just a label on a bottle.
It's a first for this podcast - Trish interviews loooongtime friend, (ahem) Dr. Mariluz Garcia. Trish and Mariluz met as teenagers in Manzanita Dorm at the University of Nevada, Reno. The universe was kind enough to throw a group of gals together in this dorm, who went on to become the best of college pals, creating some life-long memories. Mariluz talks about growing up with a Basque father and Mexican mama, three siblings, a loving Abuela, lots of incredible food, beautiful surroundings, loads of laughs, and so much more. Mariluz went to UNR to become a teacher, but her path changed in the best way. She went on to get her Masters in Counseling and then her PhD in Education. From becoming an Executive Director, to getting a 4-million dollar grant for education... to turning to politics... this interview dances and twirls around 2 old pals catching up, stories of grandmas and food, and writing new chapters in life.
Just a couple of food nerds, gabbing about kitchens, meatball recipes and other things -- all wrapped up in this fun conversation with Aly Romero. Aly was born in New Zealand and then lived in lots of different places including Hawaii, Sonoma County and now, Texas. She says all of these places influenced her palette, but her Dad definitely helped get her in the kitchen. She started her culinary journey around 2013, then started her food blog, and then made a few TV appearances cooking. She spent the last two years working on her first cookbook, "Gas Fire Heat," which is now available for pre-orders. She's excited for this next adventure and sharing what she loves about cooking beyond the kitchen.
He's back! Dr. Elia Gourgouris, or The Happiness Doctor first chatted with Trish smack dab in the middle of a pandemic and it was a lot about how to nagivate a crisis. It's Episode 106 if you want to take a listen. This time around, they catch up on what Elia has been up to, which includes long trips to Greece and something really special in the works. This Happiness Doc explains the best ways to manifest your best life, how to be happy, and why a lot of it comes down to kindness.
Food nerd alert! Recipe developer and food blogger Kayla Howey and Trish geek out a bit over food, pantry staples, and Kayla's journey to blogging her recipes. She talks about her family's history with Nancy's Pizza in Chicago, the reasons for going to culinary school, and why she decided to put her recipes out on the world wide web. It's a super fun, very thoughtful conversation with a sweet little nugget of advice at the end.
A.J. Weinzettel says he's on a journey to tell stories about the people and places behind wine. Growing up in Tennessee, wine wasn't necessarily a "thing"... it took a move to Oregon before he got bitten by the wine bug. He talks about the moment it happened and how it wasn't just what was in his glass that started this journey. It began with writing a newsletter and then a couple of years ago - a podcast where he interviews producers and hears their story and their own wine journey. The interview gets fairly heavy when Trish asks to name more than a handful of wineries that really express Oregon's flavor - it's serious business!
Chef Adrian Martin on the podcast and what a kick in the pants! Adrian is the current Executive Chef for Parkhurst Wine Cellars, although a lot of people may know him as the chef on Season 6 of reality TV show "Below Deck" on Bravo. Adrian grew up working in Dad's restaurant in St. Martin and went to culinary school in France at the age of 16. He did a lot of cheffing on yachts, did some culinary tours across the country, and recently decided to settle down in Oregon. Adrian and Trish talk a a lot about food, the challenges and appeal to cheffing on yachts, and his current gig cooking in a tasting room.
They're together again in this special, heart-warming holiday edition of Hungry for More. And yes, there are cocktails. It's an episode all about tradition, family, and the cozy the holidays often bring. Sam gives an update about what she's been up to lately (improv classes!), and then they dive right in to their favorite aspects of the holiday season. It's a conversation full of stories, laughs, and why they both love this time of year.
It's easy to see why Natasha Feldman has the success she does : she's funny, charming, and doesn't take herself too seriously. It's also obvious she's an incredible cook - even through a Zoom call. Natasha is a cookbook author, culinary school drop-out (her words and she explains), and she's produced, co-directed and hosted a couple of cooking shows. She says food wasn't super important growing up, unless it was a Jewish holiday. It wasn't until her trek across the Atlantic to study theater in London that the lightbulb clicked for her. She decided acting was 100% not for her, but cooking for others 1000% was. So she embarked on creating a career in the culinary world. After several years of working in the industry, she felt she had a cookbook in her so "The Dinner Party Project" was born. Tash and Trish (oooo that sounds like her next cooking show) talk about what makes a dinner party great and why they are so important.
Get ready for deliberate, thoughtful answers. Certified sommelier and French wine scholar, Chevonne Ball on the podcast and she's bringing all of her incredible energy. Founder of "Dirty Radish," curated wine and food tours in the Willamette Valley and France, Chevonne loves sharing what she loves with others. She worked at Le Pigeon in Portland - an experience that really launched her passion for hospitality, wine and food, and then moved to France in 2009. When she came back to the states, she missed France so much, she started to think about how she could get back on a more regular basis. She attributes being genuine and making connections to her success. She's also a complete delight, absolutely hilarious, and as real as they come.
Clare Tooley, Master of Wine, understood this assignment y'all. She chats with Trish about her British parents, being born in Spain, but living the first 7 years of her life in France and how that magic translated to the rest of her life. She discovered wine in Notting Hill (this is a fun story), and explains how this discovery led her down so many paths - not all of them truly inspiring. She started the Master of Wine program as a way to get back to that passion of wine. Clare is a gem of an interview, it's one you may want to listen to over and over again.
Maria Ponzi (Vineyards, not scheme) takes us on the sweetest trip down Oregon wine memory lane. Her parents, Dick and Nancy Ponzi moved to Oregon from California to grow grapes and make wine. The fact they didn't know HOW to make wine wasn't really a thing. They were determined, ambitious, hard-working, and as Maria says, along with all the other winemakers in the Willamette Valley at that time, they collaborated to make things happen. She talks about moving away, moving back (not an easy decision), and making changes - some that didn't always go over too well. Her book, "Pinot Girl" came out in 2020 - it's an intimate memoir of what she remembers as a little girl growing up in the vineyard. Maria talks about the changes she made at Ponzi Vineyards, why it's important to find your story, and the impact we all can create.
Dan Pelosi aka "Grossy Pelosi" shares his most intimate details with Trish in this racy interview. Not really, but the two gab about all things family and food, meatballs, changing careers, and putting out good content for viewers. Dan comes from a big, tight-knit family who he says is all about food and really, where he learned how to get around in a kitchen. It was during the pandemic that he decided to start posting his food on Instagram and "Grossy Pelosi" exploded. Viewers fell in love with his food, with Dan, and his positivity. Sit back, relax... and take in a couple of gals gabbing about their fave things.
From a large family, Chef Becky McGrath says she's been cooking for as long as she can remember. A segment on the "Today" show though, sealed the deal for her to go to culinary school. She was accepted to a particular culinary school in Ireland, where she learned how important (and necessary) it is to source as local as possible. Coming back to the states, she worked in a few pubs and a grocery store chain before landing the head chef job at Burgerville. Chef Becky explains why their philosophy behind food is so important to her and why she thinks she fits in this role perfectly.
She believes a bottle of wine can start conversations, break down walls, bring people together, and be a conduit for change. Jill Osur is an entrepreneur, public speaker, and founder and CEO of Teneral Cellars - a certified women-owned business. Jill says she's on a mission to reshape the wine industry to reflect its most loyal customer - women. She talks about a poignant internship and how it led her to so many opportunities, working with Special Olympics in Northern California and Nevada, and then finding her path in the wine industry. A longtime fan of wine, she eventually found her place and her path in the business when she created Teneral Cellars. Jill talks about she's not only built this female-run business, but she's created many opportunities along the way. Bonus : this interview has a little breaking news!
Shelley Chapman from @TheMindfulPlate is BACK on the podcast! Trish interviewed her last spring and so much has changed in her life. She talks about her travels, what she learned and the inspiration she brought back home. She also talks about cutting her hair and why it was a big damn deal. The two talk recipes, eating with intent, and why control can sometimes be a dirty word. Follow Shelley, her journey and her recipes on her YouTube Channel, "The Mindful Plate". You can also see what she's up to on her Instagram, @shelleywellness.
He has dedicated the majority of his life to wine and the wine industry. Craig Camp is currently the general manager at Troon Vineyard, but he grew up in Illinois, where wine was, as he says "unknown." It wasn't until a trip to Europe in college that everything changed for Craig, he says his "passion for food and wine overwhelmed my sense of reality." Craig worked for Direct Import Wine Company for years before it sold and then off to Italy he went to learn all about wine production. He came back to the state after 4 years, took over as president at Anne Amie Vineyards in Oregon where he revolutionized winemaking and marketing. He then worked at Cornerstone Cellars in Napa, where he did the same thing, but Oregon was calling him back, specifically, Southern Oregon. He got the job at Troon Vineyards, where they are Biodynamic and Regenerative Organic Certified - both in the vineyard and in the cellar. He talks about why these practices are not only important in making wine, but also key in changing culture. Craig and Trish cap off this interview discussing a love they both have - risotto. Although, Craig has fallen deeper. He'll explain.
A life and a career revolving around all things culinary, and she wouldn't have it any other way. Originally from Nebraska, Andrea Slonecker says she always dreamed of traveling and moving away (although she says she 100% appreciates those roots more now), and Trish and Andrea bond over those famous mom-casseroles that still hold special places in their heart. She talks about loving to cook for friends in college, right about the time the Food Network was getting popular on TV, and she quickly became hooked on the shows and food culture. She moved to Portland on a whim after college, mostly because it was this growing food scene and Andrea wanted to be a part of it. She worked in restaurants and did some catering (she jokes about having 6-7 jobs when she moved there), trying to find her path. She eventually found it and has been unstoppable ever since. She's written several cookbooks, did magazine work, collaborated on so many projects, and is excited about a new project, years in the making, coming out in April. She's still doing a lot of jobs and the two also chat a LOT about pretzels, veggies, and cheese. And wine. And other things.*This episode sponsored by The Culinarium in Ashland, Oregon : gourmet provisions and fine kitchenware.
He's dedicated the majority of his life to wine : learning about it, making it, selling it. Dave Paige of David Paige Wines talks about growing up in the Midwest, where wine wasn't a thing, but working in a wine shop changed all of it. He got hooked, left Ohio State University, and made a beeline for UC Davis where he continued his wine education. He worked at some California wineries before he made the move north to Oregon. He worked at the famed Adelsheim Vineyards for nearly 2 decades and then, in 2018, decided to create his own label. A serendipitous meeting with 2 others and his label was born. Dave dives into his philosophy of winemaking and what's next for his label.
A bar napkin and a plan. That's how Rifino Valentine says his business, Valentine Distilling Co. was born. Of course there was a lot of work and thought that came later, but Rifino says he was ready for something different. He was day trading stocks on Wall Street at the time and quite successful, but he says it wasn't enough and he was really getting tired of what he calls the "mass production" of liquors. He moved back to his home state of Michigan in 2007, specifically Detroit, to open a craft distillery, one of the first in the nation at this time. He talks about the long list of challenges he faced, the successes in creating bourbon and vodka the way it used to be made, and why that's so incredibly important for him. He says it was never really about opening up a distillery, there was a much deeper meaning.
They call her "Queen of the Coop" for a reason. Lisa Steele is a 5th generation chicken keeper, author, blogger, and TV host - just name a few things on her plump resume. While she grew up across the street from her grandparents' chicken farm and she herself had chickens, there was no real desire to do that as a career. She went to school to be an accountant and worked on Wall Street for about 7 years when one day, out of the blue, she says she just had enough. It wasn't until several years later that she got some chickens and started posting pictures of them on social media. She says she noticed she was answering the same questions about raising chickens so decided a blog would be a helpful spot for others to find information. It wasn't until a few books in that the lightbulb really went off for her and Lisa said she realized this could be a full-blown career. She explains why eggs are so expensive these days and what you should look for on the carton. Her insanely popular website and blog is where you can find all things chicken and eggs, including recipes. She came out with a cookbook last year, "Fresh Eggs Daily," which is also the name of her website and blog. Follow Lisa on social media for not only fun videos of chickens, but tips and tricks and delicious recipes.This episode sponsored by The Culinarium : Gourmet Provisions and Fine Kitchenware.
The queen of aprons and kitchen work wear company "Hedley & Bennett" talks about all the changes she's been going through over the last couple of years. Ellen Marie Bennett (EB) talks about having a baby and trying to juggle being a full-time mom and a full-time business lady, and what she learned from that. She highlights the positive changes her business has gone through, the challenges she's faced, and why it's important to drive your own vehicle of change. Hedley & Bennett has come out with a line of chef's knives and EB says this is really only the beginning and tells us what's coming out next. We also talk about how comparison is a bad thing, pens versus pencils, and junk drawers.
Winemaster Randy Ullom shares a glass of Chardonnay with Trish and spills the beans on how he got that title.Randy was recently named "American Wine Legend" in Wine Enthusiast's Wine Star Awards. He talks about growing up with a winemaking dad (he did it as a hobby), his adventures in Chile, and that lightbulb moment when he decided winemaking was what he wanted to pursue. After a few years in Chile, he moved back to the states to go to school to study viticulture and enology. He worked at some wineries in Ohio and upstate New York, but in 1981, Sonoma called and Randy says he didn't look back. After working at DeLoach Vineyards, he got a job at Kendall Jackson and he says things really took off. He's coming up on 3 decades at the winery and talks about harvest, the initiatives he helped put in place, and why the winery is known for its Chardonnay. This episode sponsored by Tap & Vine 559 : THE place to eat, meet and drink in Southern Oregon.
Her love of food is evident in everything she does and in nearly every answer of this interview. Kylie Mazon-Chambers, the mind behind the food blog "Cooking with Cocktail Rings" shares the good, the bad, and the sometimes challenging aspects of food blogging. Here's a twist : she's also pregnant and talks about the speed bumps that has produced in the last few months. She lets us in behind the scenes a bit, explaining how she gets beautiful pictures and video (and why she depends on her weather app), and tells us where the name of her blog came from. It's the sweetest story.This episode sponsored by Tap&Vine 559, the place to eat, meet, and drink in Southern Oregon.
She lives in the land of food and we're all reaping the benefits. Lauren McDuffie is a food blogger, cookbook author, food photographer and stylist. She's the author of "Smoke, Roots, Mountain, Harvest," and just finished writing "Southern Lights," which comes out June 2023. Her blog, "My Kitchen Little" was started because she says she wanted to give easy recipes for busy home cooks. We chat about food blogging and all the work that goes into it (I had no clue), her cooking philosophy, holiday food, and why, in the vast world of food bloggers, why she continues to stay at it. Oh - and her dog makes a sweet cameo.
Oh, the magical world of mushrooms and Dr. Mike Amaranthus helps us break it all down. I've interviewed him before (Episode 64), but in this interview, we really take a deeper dive into the importance of mushrooms, the medicinal ones and the psychedelic ones. Dr. Amaranthus wrote a new book, "Fry, Thrive, or Die," and it's a pocket guide on the 50 most common delicious, hallucinogenic, medicinal, and poisonous mushrooms of the western United States. He says he had a lot of fun writing the book, which is loaded with pictures (we edited some pictures in the interview as well), and he's hoping it sparks some excitement to get out in nature and find some fungi.
It's not what she expected or planned, but Misty Banchero says as soon as she started grilling and smoking meats on social media, the love started to pour in. Her career was in retail management and she wasn't looking to change paths, but the pandemic had other plans. This 4th generation butcher's wife found herself without a job, but made the most of it in the most delicious way. She says her competitive nature, love of food, and the fact that she got some pretty decent cuts of meat (wink, wink) made it easy for her to step in front of a grill and do her thing. She gives us some tips on turkey as well and says if you're hesitant about firing up a grill or smoker... don't be. Just go for it.
She's back! We're toasting again to the fun and funny Sam Block. She made quite the splash on TikTok, and now, you've probably seen her creating online content for America's Test Kitchen. We catch up with all the things she's been up to since our last interview. Sam chats favorite cocktails, some of the yummy dishes she's been cooking up, and the things in her pantry she can't live without. She also talks about the interesting and sometimes strange feedback she gets online. A delicious hour with the talented Sam Block!
The first person to call him Meathead was his dad, he's been going by the name ever since and he's ok with it. Meathead Goldwyn, author of New York Times bestselling cookbook, "Science of Great Barbecue & Grilling" says his love for barbecue really started with his dad, but it all clicked for him when he stopped by a BBQ joint while in college in Florida. The pitmasters took him under their wing and showed him the ropes and he's been cooking with fire and smoke ever since. He explains the science behind cooking this way, common mistakes when it comes to barbecuing, and then we dive into turkey : his tips on the best way too cook the bird this holiday season. Find out more on his website : amazingribs.com.
She's a cookbook author, recipe developer, and award-winning food stylist and Erin Jeanne McDowell has done it again : new cookbook released October 11th. She's also incredibly smart, lovely, and funny. She shares where her love of baking came from (you know I love a good grandparent story), and how she really learned how to bake and cook in two different "schools" : grandma's kitchen and mom's kitchen. They both really set her up for her future. She quickly learned in order to be successful - you needed to do all the things and do them well. My biggest (and probably favorite) take away from this interview is learning and coping with timing. Sometimes, it's just not the right time. And sometimes, as you'll hear, it is.
Her book "Savory Baking" comes out October 11th and is available in most stores where books are sold.
President of Ogden's Own Distillery, Mark Fine takes us through the sometimes complex world of the beverage industry. With 30 years of experience, including the Director of Beverage for Norwegian Cruise Line, Mark knows spirits and more importantly, knows how to sell them. He says it was a no brainer when the opportunity at Ogden's came up, mostly because of the company, but also because of its surroundings and history. In the late 1800's Ogden was the place for gamblers, those who liked bootleg liquor, a place for brothels and opium dens. When the distillery opened, it was only the second in Utah after prohibition. The brands and their labels are historic, fun and funny, but they're also supportive in their own way. Mark says Ogden's Own Distillery is about not only highlighting everyone, the unique and the interesting, but celebrating exactly who people are.
Master of Wine Susan Lin shares her love of wine and her love of music and how the two ultimately intersected for her. Susan grew up playing the piano at a young age, but says music was always a part of her life. Her Grandpa was the one who actually introduced her to the world of wine and she says after a job at Google, she decided to take the wine route and became hooked. She talks about the moment her two loves in music and wine came together and took her down a path of research and experimentation. Nerd out with us over wine and perception.
The delightful and smiley Sara Hauman spills the beans on cooking school, working in restaurants (one in Spain in particular), why she didn't go on Bravo's Top Chef the first they asked about her, and what she learned from that experience. Now in Portland, Oregon and starting her own tinned fish company, Sara says it was simply time to lean in to what she wanted to do in life.
Winemaker Jessica Mozeico shares her heart and her journey in creating Et Fille Wines with her dad, Howard. "Et fille" means "and daughter" in French and that's just where this story starts. Her dad, a software engineer, had a true passion about wine, even making it in the garage as a hobby for years. Jessica had a successful career in biotechnology marketing until her dad called her up and said, "I want to start a winery and I want you to help me." She agreed and for 14 years, she and her dad made wine together until his tragic death in 2017. She shares how she moved forward, how she honors his legacy, and how, through her grief, she found gratitude.
A delightful conversation with Milk Street's Editorial Director, J.M. Hirsch. He's also the author of "Shake Strain Done" and "Pour Me Another." He talks about splitting his childhood in the U.S. and in Europe and why going to school in Scotland and getting out of his comfort zone was the best thing for him. A job at AP writing crime stories eventually turned into writing about food and J.M. says that's when his passion really took off. He explains how the job at Milk Street transpired, why he loves cocktails so much, and why it's important to never stop changing.
Winemaker Ian Burch shares his love of winemaking, Pinot Noir, and why he ultimately decided to plant his feet in the Willamette Valley. Ian says he was (unapologetically) a complete plant nerd and it was high school where the seed of viticulture was planted. That sent him on a path studying it in school and working and interning at wineries from California to South Africa. It was while he was in Loire where he fell in love with Pinot Noir and Chardonnay and he always knew there was "something about Oregon". A job offer as winemaker opened up at Archery Summit and Ian says he went for it. Hear all about his winemaking journey and it's an interview of confessions, some even Ian admits he's not sure why he shared.
He has a full-time job, he's a full-time dad, and in his spare time, he's a full-time content creator (@It's Ryan Turley on YouTube). That was a joke - he doesn't have any spare time, but he somehow manages to put his passion out there for the world to see. Ryan Turley found himself at the start of the pandemic with a lot more time on his hands and wanted to share his love of barbecue and smoking meat on his social media platforms. It didn't take long for people to take notice and in a matter of weeks, he gained tens of thousands of followers on TikTok. He shares the ups and downs of creating content online and threw in a few tips on smoking his favorite cut : brisket.
Food stylist Christine Tobin never thought she'd work on a project like HBO Max's "Julia, " but this "movie lady" who's done food styling for several movies like "American Hustle," Little Women," and "Joy" says that dream recently came true. She chats with Trish about growing up watching Julia Child on TV, the challenges (and successes) she and her team faced working on the new TV series, and how she really channeled the culinary icon in making sure the food and the recipes were authentic.
She's dynamic, she's real and she's all about mindful nutrition. Shelley Chapman, or "Shelley Wellness" is a mindful nutritionist and host of her cooking show "The Mindful Plate" on her YouTube channel. She says she developed an eating disorder as a teenager, dealing with her emotions by over eating. A moment in her early thirties changed everything. She was hit with loss, after loss, after loss and made a decision she wasn't going to use food to help her heal. Hear what happened next, how she used her voice to work through her emotions and how she dropped 60 pounds in a year, going from a size 12 to a size 2. She's also using her journey to help others going through the same obstacles.
Super fun, super fabulous Leslie Sbrocco shares how she turned her passion into her career and how she pivoted during (and after) all the challenges the pandemic threw her way. The host of "100 Days, Drinks, Dishes, and Destinations," also talks about what keeps her motivated these days, after shooting more episodes of her show got squashed due to travel restrictions. She says turning her passion into a job (she often says she made it up) took a lot of hard work, building relationships, and finding ways to evolve. Grab a notebook - she gives some incredible advice in this episode. Oh! We've also interviewed this incredible human before (Episode 126) if you want to hear more of her back story. And we were pleased as punch to learn her answer to the last of the Final 3 was still the same. Cheers!
Airis the Chef takes the spotlight in this light-hearted, real and honest conversation. She grew up in New Orleans with a grandma who cooked most of the meals and a mom who she credits for exposing her to not only food, but life experiences. It was in college that Airis - not being a huge fan of the cafeteria food - decided she wanted to do some cooking of her own, her dishes getting rave reviews from friends. Her path led her to New York City where she enrolled in nighttime culinary school. After getting fired from her first job, an opportunity at Whole Foods really set her on her path of working in kitchens. It wasn't all pretty, as she explains, and says she learned quickly it would have to be up to her if she wanted to grow in this industry. She went from line cook to executive chef almost overnight and she says all of the stepping stones, and all of the jobs has really set her up for where she is today.
It seems there's not a lot Jen Quist can't do. She sold real estate in San Francisco, went to culinary school in New York, opened a restaurant, closed that restaurant (a devastating yet critical moment in her life), consulted on other establishments, and then launched "Holler Hospitality". And that's just a few.
She talks to Trish about growing up in the Bay area and how a growing interest in the culinary industry is what sent her to NYC for cooking school. After working on the East Coast for a few years, the Pacific Northwest was calling her home. Jen talks about the reality of the restaurant world, how it's not as dreamy as some would like it to be, and why creating a hospitality group was the perfect fit. The story behind the origin of the business' name, "Holler" could very well be a podcast on its own.
*Note : about 20 minutes into this interview, after a quick check to make sure we were still recording, an audio glitch occurred, creating an echo in the audio. My sincerest apologies. Thank you for listening.
Award winning mixologist, bartender, educator (and curator of BAR MAGIC!), Meaghan Dorman talks to Trish about how a job she liked and was good at eventually turned into her career and ultimately her passion. Meaghan talks about creating bar programs in New York City, how she and other females in the industry really celebrated each other, and the Dames Hall of Fame - women who have made unique and lasting contributions in the hospitality industry. She also tells the story of Grandma Dee - the eternal hostess - and how she influenced a lot of Meaghan's career choices.
Trish rounds out the year with a fun and interesting interview with David Page - former Executive Producer and creator of hit TV show "Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives." As a former network news producer, the two talk about the news industry - the good, the bad, and the ugly and what sparked his desire to start a new book. "Food Americana" was published in May, a culmination of his growing interest in food and its history. The book he's working on now isn't necessarily a sequel, but it was the topics he didn't get to cover which led to book number 2. The two also get into food traditions for New Year's Eve and New Year's Day and their favorite things to prepare.
A blast from the past as these two Aiken, South Carolina kids catch up in a big way. Trish met Suzanne Cupps in middle school and the two became fast friends. After college, Suzanne struggled a bit to figure out the "what's next" and ended up moving to New York City where she eventually enrolled in cooking school, although she'll tell you (and her family and friends, too) she never really cared for cooking or food much, but it was an idea she just couldn't shake. She talks about her restaurant adventures since then, why she loves vegetables so much, and her next steps in the restaurant industry.
Cheers! Super funny Sam Block on the podcast, chatting with Trish about growing up with a bunch of boys, getting into cooking, working on a cruise line, and why she started a TikTok channel. The two share a cocktail for the interview, share their dreams for the world (not really), and talk about food. And writing a cookbook. And being single.
Recipe developer, cookbook author, chef, and all around cool chick Julie Tanous chats with Trish about all things food. Julie talks about her recent cookbook she wrote with friend, Jesse Tyler Ferguson, and the success it's seen in the last few months. Then, it was on to Thanksgiving Day talk. Julie is digging into her cookbook for the dishes she'll be putting on the table that day, and the two share stories that stem from their Southern roots. It's an episode all about friends, food, and family.
Trish chats with Todd Schulkin - the Executive Director of The Julia Child Foundation about his journey to the role and so much more! He talked about his New Yorker parents, his (and their) connection to food, his time as a talent agent, and the first time he met Julia Child. Todd hosts the foundation's podcast, "Inside Julia's Kitchen," and asks every guest about their "Julia moment." Todd shares his own Julia moment and the two explore the impact the foundation has had since it was started in 1995. Todd says it was Julia's idea to keep her legacy alive and continuing educating and encouraging people to live well through the joys of cooking. You can subscribe to "Inside Julia's Kitchen" on your favorite podcast platform, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Spotify.
Trish launches the first episode of "Hungry for More," with chef and cooking show host, Sara Moulton. The two talk about the first time they chatted (Episode 121) and Sara's role in this brand new podcast. Sara just wrapped up the 10th season of "Sara's Weeknight Meals." She talks about the challenges she and the crew faced in the last few months getting the show produced, shot and ready for TV. She shares a sweet story about her mentor and friend, Julia Child and her annual, non-traditional Thanksgiving Day plans. And of course, tells us what's for dinner.
Welcome to “Hungry for More : An Epicurean's Dilemma."
I'm a former, long time TV news anchor, with nearly 20 years in the business. I recently left the news world for new adventures and this is one of them. "Hungry for More" will explore the culinary and wine worlds and the people in them. We'll discover, together, their stories and their journey in this life.
I'm hoping you enjoy learning about people like I do and I'm hoping this leaves you hungry for more.
New episodes out Thursdays!
Trish chats it up with the owner and Executive Chef of Mother's Bistro Bar in Portland, Oregon. Born and raised in Philadelphia, Lisa Schroeder talks about growing up in a Jewish family and that cooking is simply in her blood. Before she was born, her mother owned a small, but wildly successful restaurant and Lisa would tend to adopt neighborhood Jewish families for Friday Sabbath dinners. She moved to Israel at a young age, got married and pregnant and moved back to the states before her husband could get drafted for the Israeli army. After several years of being in an abusive marriage, she got out and started creating a life for herself. Lisa kept coming back to cooking, doing catering on the side, and said it all started to take shape when she went to culinary school. "Mother's" was an idea 8-years in the making and her story is one of resiliency, courage, strength and focusing on the lessons learned when life deals you blow after blow. As she stated over and over, her restaurant and everything she strives for in life is "all about the love."
Trish chats it up Kerry Diamond, founder of Cherry Bombe, a media company that celebrates women in and around the world of food. She's also the host of Radio Cherry Bombe, the #1 podcast about women and food in the U.S. Fascinating conversations about how Kerry got her start in journalism (she tells stories about walking around neighborhoods, knocking on doors for interviews pre-internet), her job at Women's Wear Daily, the jump to an amazing opportunity at Lancôme and how and why she wanted to start Cherry Bombe. The company evolved from a magazine, to cookbooks, to a podcast and now creates an environment for ideas and networking for women and all things food.
Trish interviews former news producer and author David Page about his life in news and creating the hit show, "Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives," on the Food Network. He recently wrote the book, "Food Americana," which is all about the cuisine of America and how it came about. David tells stories from his former news days, the moment he got burned out, and what he decided to do next. After many show ideas to the Food Network that were turned down, the idea of doing a show on diners really hit home with the network's producers, and "Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives" was born. David also talks about his love of cooking, the best way to prepare lobster, the perfect roast chicken, and how he makes the best Jewish Italian red sauce in New Jersey.
Trish talks to author Kirsten Shockey, who has written several books including "Homebrewed Vinegar," and "Big Book of Cider Making." She talks about brewing vinegar and how easy it is to do it in your own home. She says it all started with the old apple trees on her property and how she wanted to preserve them. She breaks down the many different ways you can make vinegar, how her kids tell her she has a condiment problem, and when Vogue reached out to her for an article.
Trish chats with recipe developer and cookbook author Julie Tanous about her cookbook, "Food Between Friends," she wrote with actor and fellow food lover, Jesse Tyler Ferguson. She talks about growing up in the south, going to culinary school, and moving to Los Angeles with her husband. Tanous says she was pregnant in the city, didn't know anyone, but says one night of going to a dinner party that she didn't want to go to changed everything. That's where she met Ferguson, who also was reluctant to go and the two hit it off immediately. They started working together in the kitchen, cooking together, posting their food online and that's how their cookbook was born. Tanous talks about developing recipes, how easy it is to be in the kitchen with a good friend, and why she's so excited about the new cookbook.
Trish chats with the brilliant David Becker, founder of the Center for Election Innovation and Research. Becker, an election law expert talks a lot about the most recent election season, and his surprise at how long it went on for. He was a frequent flier on CBS News during and after the 2020 presidential election. He calls it one of the most secure elections and that it worked better than any other election. He says what's frustrating, is the continued lack of distrust in the results and the threats that still exist to poll workers. Becker talks about his path in creating CEIR and the innovative "ERIC," or Electronic Registration Information Center which many states use today to correct millions of out-of-date voter records and registering new voters.
Trish talks to Ellen Bennett, the founder of Hedley & Bennett, a company she started that makes aprons and kitchen gear. Bennett recently wrote and released the book, "Dream First, Details Later : How to quit overthinking and make it happen." She talks about growing up half English, half Mexican, with a single, hard-working mama and how the desire to help her mom lead her straight to the kitchen. Bennett moved to Mexico when she was 18 to go to culinary school and that's where she had dozens of eclectic jobs. When she moved back to Los Angeles to pursue dreams of chefing, a sudden request from her boss for aprons started everything. Bennett talks about that moment in the kitchen, what happened next, and how she thinks simply showing up every day for life makes a huge difference.
Trish talks to food stylist Christine Tobin about her work at Christopher Kimball's Milk Street, and the several movies she's worked on. Tobin talks about growing up in Holliston, Massachusetts and her nana, from Sicily living with the family. She says from the beginning, she was surrounded by excellent cooks and beautiful food. Her parents and the other parents who lived on the street she grew up on started a "gourmet club," where they would get together once a month and cook a feast based on a different country. When she found out that food styling was actually a "thing," she began going down that path. Now, she styles food for Milk Street, and has worked on several movies including, "Little Women," "Joy," "American Hustle," and "Labor Day," just to name a few. She also just wrapped a movie (she can't talk about it yet!) and the "Julia" series on HBO Max, which does not have a release date set. Tobin talks about being a different kind of stylist, and offers some tricks for the home cook to make their food look extra good.
Trish interviews podcast host Gabriel Ornelas about connecting with people, learning more than what's on the surface and his love of backgammon. Ornelas hosts "On the Pass," a podcast by The Art of Plating. Ornelas interviews a wide variety of people within the culinary world including chefs, hoteliers, mixologists, and more. The two chat about his childhood, growing up on the East and West Coast, figuring out his path, his love of talking and connecting to people, and how backgammon should have its own show on Netflix.
Trish chats it up with award-winning author, speaker, consultant and TV host, Leslie Sbrocco. She was voted one of the top 100 most influential people in the American wine business, sharing her knowledge on wine and creating wine programs for businesses around the globe. Leslie calls herself a translator when it comes to wine, breaking down the confusing and making it accessible. She wrote "Wine for Women : A Guide to Buying, Pairing and Sharing Wine," and is the TV host of "100 Days, Drinks, Dishes and Destinations." Her initial goals of being an attorney and wanting to get into politics changed when her interest shifted toward the world of wine and helps others turn their passions into careers. She tells stories about being on the road for her travel show, when she discovered a tequila latte while in Mexico and why truffle potato chips would be part of her final meal.
Super fun conversation with America's Test Kitchen co-host Julia Collin Davison. She talked to Trish about growing up in Rochester, New York, going to cooking school and then landing what she calls the perfect job at America's Test Kitchen. Davison talks about how Cooks Illustrated magazine and America's Test Kitchen have evolved over the years, the science behind testing recipes, and why the show is so incredibly popular with viewers. Davison also gives us the skinny on the best cookware and a peek inside her gadget drawer.
Trish chats with the man dubbed the "wine anti-snob" by the Wall Street Journal. Tim Hanni was awarded the title Master of Wine in 1990 - one of the first of two resident Americans to achieve that honor, which the wine industry regards as the highest achievement and wrote the book, "Why you like the wines you like." Hanni is also a professionally-trained chef and he's worked hard his entire life to break down the barriers and what he calls misconceptions of food and wine pairings. He talks a a lot about the perception of wine and why it's unfair to judge certain tastes. A recovering alcoholic, Hanni talks about why he needed treatment and the reaction from the wine industry about being sober.
She's an expert in her field, award-winning bartender, mixologist and philanthropist Lynnette Marrero chats with Trish about how she propelled herself in this male-dominated industry. She's currently teaching a MasterClass on the fundamentals of mixology, helping home bartenders make a better drink. She talks about the steps it took to get to where she is, how she helped create "Speed Rack," an event shining a spotlight on female mixologists while raising money for women's programs, and in a fun twist, Lynnette shakes up a cocktail for us and delivers a ton of education a long the way.
Trish interviews Professor Jeffrey Pilcher, currently a Professor of Food History at the University of Toronto. Jeffrey has written several books, including "Planet Taco : A Global History of Mexican Food." The two talk about how he got into becoming a food historian and Jeffrey recalls one moment he remembers specifically, at his brother's rehearsal dinner where he had some salsa that blew his socks off, in a good way. Jeffrey talks about the origins of Mexican food, its popularity in the United States and around the world, and goes into his new project, the world history of beer. He calls himself a "foodist" instead of a "foodie," and shares some of his favorite things about learning all about the origins of Mexican food.
Trish chats with American Chef Sara Moulton on her many successes in the last few decades. From New York City, Sara talks growing up there, loving food (she says all the junk food), and then realizing her mother was doing some amazing things in the kitchen. You could say that's where it all started. Sara tells the story of how it was her mother who really got her into cooking school, after a couple of letters to a couple of prominent people. She tells stories of meeting and working with Julia Child, those first TV shows she did on Food Network, getting back on the air after 9/11, and why she thinks food really does bring us all together.
For the 100th episode of Off Script, Trish talks to the lovely and talented Kate Mulligan, best known in Southern Oregon for her work at the Oregon Shakespeare Festival. Kate talks lovingly about her father, Jim Mulligan, who was one of the first writers of the show "Laugh In" and "MAS*H", but who has a very long, impressive resume of shows he was a part of. When he passed, Kate found herself somewhat alone in Los Angeles, until she discovered The Actors' Gang and met her future husband, Brent Hinkley. This podcast takes us through the many wonderful, fascinating, hilarious, and sometimes difficult stories of her life and her big leap of faith that's yet to come.
Trish chats with Pizzana chef and incredibly joyful Daniele Uditi. He grew up in culinary family : mom was a chef, his aunt was a bread maker, and his grandfather was a pastry chef. He moved to America in 2010, lived in a van in Venice Beach and not quite sure what he would do, although he knew it would involved being in the kitchen. Word spread quickly about his pizzas and his talent, and before he knew it, he was invited over to the house of actor Chris O'Donnell to cook for him and his friends. Those Sunday suppers eventually led to the introduction of his future business partners and Pizzana was born. Daniele talks about the importance of ingredients, paying respect to the food, and his love of making pizza (and carbs).
Trish interviews Medford Fire Chief Eric Thompson, and Battalion Chief Jason John about the deadly Almeda Fire on September 8th. The Medford Fire Department called back crews on that day and every firefighter working was assigned to help protect people and property. The two talk about the difficult decisions they made about leaving burning buildings behind, and sometimes the desperate calls to get their crews out of harm's way. They talk about what they remember that day, the images of the residents evacuating, the faces of the men fighting this fire, and the moment they felt they were finally gaining ground.
This week, Trish talks to Eric Shannon, creator and owner of Big Barker, "real beds for big dogs." Eric talks about growing up Lansdale, Pennsylvania, how he was absolutely terrified of dogs, but then how one very special dog changed it all for him. Shannon started in the pet supply business, but increasingly became more interested in beds, mostly because he couldn't find a good one for him. When he started in that field, he says research, talking to customers, and the drive to make the best dog bed possible pushed him to start Big Barker.
Trish talks to brewer, Jessica Cruzan from Deschutes Brewery in Bend. Jessica talks about growing up in Louisiana and discovering her love of beer not only through her dad, but a job she took while living in Washington, D.C. That interest led her to beer school (yes, that's a thing) and something a little unexpected -- an opportunity at one of her favorite breweries in Bend. She talks about the work that goes into making some of the most popular and best beer in the world, the challenges the Deschutes crew has faced in the pandemic, the company's philosophy behind the suds, and some of the faux pas that have happened in the brewery.
Hand me a cocktail and leave me alone to cook... that's just one of the ideas Trish and Christopher Kimball from Milk Street have in common.
In Episode 117 - Trish chats with the man behind the very popular "Milk Street," and his inspiration in starting the magazine and cooking school, his new cookbook and the common mistakes people make at home in the kitchen. Kimball talks about growing up in 2 very different environments, how food played a role very early on in his life, and why cooking shouldn't be approached with so much anxiety. They also get into the fun parts of cooking and why he doesn't want to be invited to your next cooking party. They may have discussed the proper way to load a dishwasher as well.
This was a treat with a capital T. Trish interviews Italian-American chef Lidia Bastianich. She's an Emmy award winning television host, author and restauranteur who moved to New York at the age of 12. She and her family had to escape their life in Istria, where she left her Grandma Rosa and lived in a refugee camp for 2 years. She tells wonderful, idyllic stories of Grandma Rosa and then, living in Astoria, New York, she talks about getting a job as a teenager and working at Walken's Bakery (Christopher Walken's father's bakery). She talks about meeting her husband, finally getting to see Grandma Rosa again after 10 years, opening a restaurant, and how her success took off when they opened a restaurant in Manhattan. Those stories are followed with stories of meeting Julia Child and what she's cooking for dinner tonight. Salud to Lidia!
Trish Glose talks to Rebecca Bender, CEO and founder of RBI and human trafficking survivor. Rebecca grew up in Southern Oregon and says she had big dreams for herself. She found herself moving to Las Vegas with her boyfriend, what she says she hoped would be the beginning of an exciting new life, but instead, turned into a nightmare the first night she was there. She was forced into sex trafficking for nearly 6 years before she managed to escape. She talks about how she recovered, managed to get back on her feet, and is now educating law enforcement and others on the signs and dangers of trafficking.
Trish Glose talks to the Executive Director of Healthcare Ready, Nicolette Louissaint. The organization focuses on the country's healthcare supply chain and making it stronger before, during and after disasters. Nicolette was appointed to serve on the Federal Emergency Management Agency's National Advisory Council in 2019. She talks about the immediate needs of people displaced from their home after a disaster, gives some practical advice and makes note of the dangers of getting too many donations after a tragedy.
He survived Hurricane Katrina and the hurdles and challenges he faced are the reasons he's in his current line of work. Daniel Aldrich is a professor of Political Science, Public Policy and Urban Affairs and the director of Security and Resilience Studies Program at Northeastern University. He's also carried out more than five years of field work in Japan, India, Africa, and the Gulf Coast.
He was displaced by Hurricane Katrina, his home flooded and everything he and his family owned was destroyed. It was during the aftermath Aldrich learned a lot of hard lessons.
"I thought, who's going to save us. I had this vision in my head the federal government was going to save us," Aldrich explains, "at the end of the day, may be our insurance will pay for all of this damage. Of course, as it is always the case, the government, nor insurance actually helped at all in that process. All the aid we got came from within our network, people that we knew or barely knew."
Aldrich also talked about the dangers in rebuilding too fast or rebuilding communities just as they were. He gives incredible insight and guidance for communities trying to figure out the "what's next" right now. He says at the end of the day, communities will save communities and it's neighbors helping neighbors that is the most important.
Tragedy hit close to home for Trish, as she and most of Southern Oregon watched parts of their community go up in flames on August 8, 2020. The devastating Almeda Fire severely burned the towns of Talent and Phoenix and now many are wondering what's next.
Trish talks to Jeff Schlegelmilch the director of the National Center of Disaster Preparedness at the Earth Institute at Columbia University about the recent wildfires that are burning or have burned parts of the West Coast, including the devastating Almeda Fire that burned through the Rogue Valley. Jeff talks about the importance of being prepared for a potential disaster, and the NCDP's work in helping communities come up with systems and policies. He also talked about the "what's next." and the overwhelming task that will be for local communities and residents. He mentions the dangers in moving too fast with rebuilding and recreating what he calls those "vulnerabilities" that existed before.
We felt the need to publish this interview as soon as possible, which will explain the jump in episode numbers.
Trish Glose talks to Rebecca Bender, CEO and founder of RBI and human trafficking survivor. Rebecca grew up in Southern Oregon and says she had big dreams for herself. She found herself moving to Las Vegas with her boyfriend, what she says she hoped would be the beginning of an exciting new life, but instead, turned into a nightmare the first night she was there. She was forced into sex trafficking for nearly 6 years before she managed to escape. She talks about how she recovered, managed to get back on her feet, and is now educating law enforcement and others on the signs and dangers of trafficking.
Sumptuous and wino... just a couple of definitions for "lush" and we're not mad at either. Trish talks to Sommelier Sarah Tracey, certified by the Court of Master Sommeliers and founder of The Lush Life. She talks about her love of music and how one bad night after playing a club with her band (and an offer to travel to Tuscany) ultimately pushed her into the world of wine. She goes into her different approach to wine and how The Lush Life opened up several doors for her (including Martha Stewart's), how her world has changed since the pandemic hit, and her 60's girl group tribute band (seriously, the best!).
She can DRAW Snoopy (and all the other Peanuts characters)!!! Trish interviews cartoonist Paige Braddock, the Chief Creative Officer of the Approvals Team at the Schulz Studio. She and her team oversee the art and editorial content for all Peanuts products around the globe. Paige says while she can draw all the Peanuts characters, the team usually pulls from Charles Schulz's work and modify it. She had the chance to work with him directly before he retired. Before signing on with the Schulz studio, she created a comic strip called "Jane's World," the first gay-themed comic work to receive online distribution by a national media syndicate in the United States. It was also Eisner nominated, which Paige says is kind of like being nominated for an Emmy. A few years ago, she wrote her first lesbian romance novel under a pen name. The two talk about all her avenues of art, how "Jane's World" started and ended, and Paige's new adventure, a kid series called "Peanut, Butter and Crackers," books about the adventures of a goofy puppy.
Trish Glose learns all about astrology and horoscopes with Lisa Stardust, an astrologer based in New York City. She's been a part of the astrology community for more than 10 years and has written horoscopes for major publications, including The Hoodwitch and Teen Vogue. She breaks down what it means to write out horoscopes, what's been happening with the planets over the last few months, and what she thinks the rest of the year could look like.
Trish Glose interviews Julie Grauert, a retired news anchor turned advocate for curing spinal cord injury. Julie talks about growing up in Lake Oswego, Oregon before heading east to school. She worked at a television station in Portland and while she loved the job, she says her real dream was getting to New York City by the age of 30. Julie talks about her on air jobs in the big city, meeting the love of her life there, moving to Boston and why she decided to get out of news and start on a path that she now calls her passion. Oh, they talk about dogs, too.
Trish Glose interviews the "King of Pot", now turned "King of Hemp". It's Bruce Perlowin, CEO of Hemp, Inc. and one of the biggest pot smugglers on the West Coast in the sixties. He talks about how he got into the world of smuggling, the infrastructure he built, and how ultimately, he got caught. He tells tales from the co-ed prison he was in, what he did when he got out and how now, his life's focus is on hemp. The stories are charged with laughter and lightheartedness, but his passion really comes out when he starts talking about hemp. Listen why he believe the plant will seriously change the world.
Trish Glose interviews Dr. Elia Gourgouris, also known as "The Happiness Doctor." Dr. Elia is the president of The Happiness Center, an organization that's "dedicated to helping others find personal success and happiness." The two talk about his work as a clinical psychologist for nearly 20 years before he says the job was starting to burn him out, both physically and emotionally. He recalls that "ah-ha" moment when he decided he desperately needed a change in his life. Through The Happiness Center, he's helped thousands of people achieve happiness and fulfillment in all aspects of their lives.
He's the author of the #1 Amazon best-selling book, "7 Paths to Lasting Happiness," and most recently co-authored, "7 Keys to Navigating a Crisis : A Practical Guide to Emotionally Dealing with Pandemics & Other Disasters." He says that book, which he wrote with Konstantinos Apostolopoulos, came straight from the heart due to the current chaos happening in the world. He gives insight on how to start down the path to happiness, how to apply what you learn to your life, and some lessons he learned from his Greek grandfather and mother. It's a fun, light-hearted, and eye-opening interview about what we can do to change our lives today.
Trish Glose talks to the woman behind the popular online blog, "What to do in Southern Oregon." Lanessa Pierce started it when she herself was looking for inexpensive, fun things to do with her family. It grew from there into the business it is today. Lanessa talks about growing up in Southern California, not being at fan (at first) of Southern Oregon, some of her favorite adventures, and of course, the local food scene.
Trish Glose talks to comedian Leanne Morgan about her roots, where she found her humor, how she got her start and why she's different than other comedians out there. She also talks about her podcast, "Sweaty and Pissed : Menopause and more", and how the funny and informative discussions have helped others maneuver their way through the sometimes difficult ordeal. It's a sweet and genuine conversation and truly hilarious.
Trish Glose interviews Restless Network founder, Olivia DeRamus. Olivia, originally from Washington, D.C. was looking for a world of new experiences and decided to head west for college. She says she was loving life at her California university, but everything changed when, at the age of 19, she was sexually assaulted. Despite winning her two university tribunals, her attacker decided to sue her for defamation. Olivia spent the years she should have been enjoying college life and friends, buried in legal fees and court dates. She created Restless, an online magazine as a way to bring women together, provide a resource for those women who needed help, guidance, a sense of empowerment, or just a place to escape and realize they weren't alone. Restless just recently launched an app, giving more access to more women, in an effort to "amplify women's voices and empower through information and connection."
Trish Glose talks to chef Tim Keller about his journey through many kitchens, including some in Southern Oregon. He explains where his love of cooking came from, how he really always wanted to be a rock star, and why he thinks chefs hop from kitchen to kitchen. He also tells the story about one of the worst things that happened to him inside a kitchen and what it was like to work with Robin Williams in the movie, "Mrs. Doubtfire."
Trish Glose interviews former KTVL co-worker, April Warnecke. The two talk about that first TV job and April's journey to where she is now, a morning meteorologist in Phoenix for "Good Morning Arizona." April goes into the challenges she and fellow co-workers have faced during the pandemic, how she literally married the sports guy, and forecasting Arizona's very interesting weather. A lot of laughs and fun memories in Episode 102.
Trish Glose talks to well known free-diving, spear fisher woman Valentine Thomas. She talks about growing up in Montreal, Canada, being bullied in high school and having no friends and eventually going to law school to study criminology law. She moved to London where she eventually got into hedge funds and became highly successful, but left it all behind to pursue her passion of spear fishing and becoming an advocate for seafood sustainability. She talks about her adventures in a career that comes with a lot of criticism, but even more rewards.
For the 100th episode of Off Script, Trish Glose talks to the lovely and talented Kate Mulligan, best known in Southern Oregon for her work at the Oregon Shakespeare Festival. Kate talks lovingly about her father, Jim Mulligan, who was one of the first writers of the show "Laugh In" and "MAS*H", but who also has a very long, impressive resume of shows he was a part of. When he passed, Kate found herself somewhat alone in Los Angeles, until she discovered The Actors' Gang and met her future husband, Brent Hinkley. This podcast takes us through the many wonderful, fascinating, hilarous, and sometimes difficult stories of her life and her big leap of faith that's yet to come.
Trish Glose interviews former professor and the coordinator of Recruitment and Retention at the Reynolds School of Journalism at the University of Nevada, Reno, Paul Mitchell. The two talk about how journalism has changed in the last couple of decades, when it comes to reporting and teaching young journalists. He brings up some of those success stories he's had a hand in and also talks about how Covid-19 changed university life for students. The episode ends with his dreams of his 1959 Austin Healey.
Trish Glose chats with restaurant owner Braden Hitt. Hitt owns Over Easy in downtown Medford. The two talk about Braden growing up in Oklahoma City, moving to Portland to pursue his chef dreams, and how ended up in Southern Oregon. He tells some great stories of faux pas in the kitchen, injuries he's sustained over the years, and his favorite story about a famous person. The two also talk about how Coronavirus has changed every aspect of life, including restaurant owning.
Trish Glose talks to semi-retired plastic and reconstructive surgeon, Ron Worland. He talks about growing up on the East coast, having a twin and signing with the Ford agency to do commercials and other modeling work. He says it was all to pay for medical school. He also goes into the motivation behind excelling in reconstructive surgery, the late night trauma calls, and why it's his passion to travel the world and do cleft palate surgeries.
Trish Glose hears all about the shenanigans of Doug Irvine. Now owner of Irvine & Roberts Vineyards in Ashland, Doug shares growing up in both Southern California and Southern Oregon, the fun trouble he got into in high school, the interesting way he started dating his wife and what it was like having Chuck Norris as an uncle. Lots of laughs and a sweet story about his dad's advice he'll never forget.
Trish Glose talks to registered dietitian, Julie Kokinakes about food, diet, lifestyle choices and why consumers should question the guidelines. Kokinakes walks us through some popular diets and talks about, in her opinion, what works and what doesn't. An eye-opening interview on food and what consumers may not know.
Trish Glose interviews fellow journalist and friend, Barrett Tryon, who anchors the morning show in Lansing, Michigan. He talks about growing up in Sarasota, Florida, always knowing he wanted to be in the news business, and how this career got him behind the anchor desk. They also talk about how the Coronavirus pandemic has changed his daily life and his scare with skin cancer.
Trish Glose gets a lesson on the stock market, what happened to it when the stock market dropped, and an idea about the stimulus checks arriving in people's bank accounts. Financial Advisor Joe Spurgeon with LPL Financial breaks down what many of us should be doing with the checks and answers questions about your 401K.
Trish Glose talks to Ken Trautman, President and CEO of People's Bank. Trautman talks about what his bank has been doing to help customers during the pandemic, what people should do with those stimulus checks, and the lessons learned from the Great Recession.
Trish Glose talks to local author and historian about the current state of the United States, regarding the Coronavirus. He says these are historic times and while dark, he talks about other dark periods in U.S. history and how the American people overcame them. He also goes into what we should be learning right now from this historic time.
Trish Glose talks to local economist Guy Tauer, from the Oregon Department of Employment about the state of our current economy. He talks about the way the economy looked in February versus the last few weeks. He also talks about the businesses who are hiring and how those who are unemployed can find work.
Trish Glose talks to pediatric and adult psychiatrist, Chad Brown from Path to Awareness. Brown talks about the "normal" feelings many children and adults are feeling right now due to the uncertainty surrounding the Coronavirus. He gives insightful advice for parents and how to talk to their children, reminders for adults during the chaos, and what we can all do to make sure we're paying attention to our own mental health.
KTVL's Trish Glose talks to local restauranteur Ashley Myers, who co-owns and helps run The Vine in Grants Pass. She talks about growing up in Southern Oregon, the one way ticket she and her husband bought to St. John, and the work they did while there. She also talks about being a surrogate, how she found her way back to Southern Oregon and the trials and tribulations of owning restaurants.
Trish Glose talks to Parkhurst Wine Cellars owner, Mark Enlow. Mark talks about living all over the country before the age of 18, how he got into wine, and the moment he realized he wanted to make wine. The label for his wine is very specific and comes with quite the story of One Eyed Charley Parkhurst. That story made such an impact on him, that he named his wine after it. The two also talk a lot about wine retail, mark ups, and branding.
Trish Glose talks to former Jackson County District Attorney, Mark Huddleston. He talks about what he really wanted to be when he grew up (NOT be an attorney), his work on a catfish farm, how he somewhat fell into the district attorney position, and his contribution to an organization he's most proud of. He also discusses a few high-profile murder cases, including one where he called the jury's decision, "disappointing."
Trish Glose chats with Gary Kennedy, the general sales manager at Mercedes-Benz of Medford. Gary sounds a lot like the character, Bruce from Finding Nemo. He was born in Australia and talks about being a gypsy while living there, and even after he moved to the states. The two talk about working in Silicon Valley, moving up to Southern Oregon and the devastation surrounding the bush fires in Australia.
Trish Glose surrounds herself with chocolates and sweets, and Jeff Shepherd from Lillie Belle Chocolates. The two talk about Valentine's Day, the rush the chocolate shop goes through and what Jeff has to prepare for the very busy day. He also goes into why he loves the Grateful Dead so much, and wraps up the episode with a song Jeff picked that's, in his opinion, "all about love."
Trish Glose talks to local chef, Tim Keller about his journey through many kitchens, including some in Southern Oregon. He explains where his love of cooking came from, how he really always wanted to be a rock star, and why he thinks chefs hop from kitchen to kitchen. He also tells the story about one of the worst things that happened to him inside a kitchen and what it was like to work with Robin Williams in the movie, "Mrs. Doubtfire."
Trish Glose sits down with one of the owners and general manager of Kaleidescope Pizza. Jake Allmaras talks about living in Alaska for more than two decades, where he was an attorney. He discusses the challenges living in the state, including some of the environmental issues it's facing. Jake reveals the reasons why he decided to open a pizzeria in Southern Oregon and the model the owners used to get it off the ground.
Trish Glose talks to Pamela Shipley, who is the current Operating Room Manager at the Surgery Center of Southern Oregon. Many people may remember Shipley as the owner of Red Rock Italian Eatery in downtown Medford many years ago. Shipley talks about opening the popular restaurant and what made her finally close down. She talks about the shift in careers, the struggle and competition getting into nursing school, and the job she's doing now, including some tough cases she's seen on the operating room table.
Trish Glose talks to The Wild Woman magazine editor, Lindsay McPhail. She talks about the real struggles having two boys with autism and the nightmare-like stress she and her family went through. McPhail also talks about going through the experience of being on the TV show, "Extreme Makeover : Home Edition." She talks about the criticism she received after, the reason why she opened a coffee stand and started a magazine, and how she's working to inspire others.
Trish Glose talks to "Mr. Blue", the president of Rogue Creamery. The two talk about how David Gremmels acquired the creamery from then owner, Ignacio Vella. Just more than a year after, their Rogue River Blue won the world's best blue cheese at the World Cheese Awards. Gremmels talks about growing up in Washington, his trek back to Southern Oregon, and how making cheese and creating a sustainable business became his passion. Just recently, the creamery's Rogue River Blue won the best cheese in the world award at the World Cheese Awards and Gremmels talks about what's next for the creamery.
The spotlight is on mental health among young people in Episode 80. Trish Glose interviews Andrea Berryman Childreth about her daughter, Chloe, and what she and her husband noticed about their daughter from a very early age. Chloe was diagnosed as ADHD and bipolar at the young age of 6, but Andrea talks about how that didn't seem to help relieve the stress of their situation. From that diagnosis, things only got worse and eventually, they sent their daughter to a residential treatment facility in Utah. Andrea talks about how finding help, treatment and support for a child with mental illness was not only scarce, but how her family managed to save their daughter, and how they're surviving today.
Trish Glose learns about the life of Jim Maddux, now retired and as he calls it, "with a capital R." Jim grew up in a military family and his dad was a General in the Air Force. He ended up going into the Air Force after college and ended up working in intelligence, doing a number of jobs. He was an interrogator and went to cryptology school. He was also a POW escort, helping those integrate back into civilian life.
Trish Glose talks to Holly Roberts, the Executive Assistant to Rogue Disposal talks about growing up in Medford and babysitting everyone's children. She talks about how she got her current job and why the move to Denver, Colorado. Roberts is heavily involved in the community and she explains why she takes on a lot when it comes to community service.
Trish Glose talks to winemaker JP Valot from Silvan Ridge Winery about growing up in Mendoza, Argentina. He talks about growing up in a large family, growing up with wine and meeting his wife in Miami. JP started working at wineries in Oregon and talks about the frustration of being in the states and not speaking any English. He won Best in Show at the Oregon Wine Experience competition and recalls that night when he heard his name being called for the ultimate prize.
Trish Glose talks to registered dietitian, Julie Kokinakes about food, diet, lifestyle choices and why consumers should question the guidelines. Kokinakes walks us through some popular diets and talks about, in her opinion, what works and what doesn't. An eye-opening interview on food and what consumers may not know.
Trish Glose chats with Jackson County judge Kelly Ravassipour on life, love and working hard. She's a Southern Oregon girl, but studies took her to Japan and Alaska, while love took her to North Carolina. She talks about finding balance, what made her want to be a public defender, and why being a judge is her favorite job.
KTVL's Trish Glose talks to wine maker Rachel Martin from Red Lily and her journey to where she is today. She talks about graduating from University of Nevada, Reno and starting her career tracking down people who are selling fake goods. Her start in the wine business was rough at first, but she talks about when that light bulb went off. She's pleasant, interesting, has great life advice and her journey's story is full of heart and passion.
Trish Glose gets chatty with Cathy Beaton, owner and operator of Beaton Farm, a new vineyard and winery in Southern Oregon. The two discuss being from the south and Cathy talks about helping with integration at her Alabama high school, working with the Department of Defense and how she found her way first to Klamath Falls. There's also a funny story about where she met her current husband.
Trish Glose talks to Karolina Wyszynska Lavagnino from Neuman Hotel Group about growing up in Poland and her decision to come to the United States. She explains how a summer job led her to find her passion in sales and marketing and her goal of making Southern Oregon a destination spot. She also explains why she wanted to create a chocolate festival, and why running has become, as she calls it, "her church." She's also just fun to listen to.
Trish Glose interviews the "King of Pot", now turned "King of Hemp". It's Bruce Perlowin, CEO of Hemp, Inc. and one of the biggest pot smugglers on the West Coast in the sixties. He talks about how he got into the world of smuggling, the infrastructure he built, and how ultimately, he got caught. He tells tales from the co-ed prison he was in, what he did when he got out and how now, his life's focus is on hemp. The stories are charged with laughter and lightheartedness, but his passion really comes out when he starts talking about hemp. Listen why he believe the plant will seriously change the world.
Trish Glose grabs Brian Schnee off the desk for a very special anniversary episode (number 50!) of Off Script. He talks about growing up in Connecticut, why he was so good at drums and his journey from being a sports guy to reading the news at KTVL. A hilarious story toward the end about the day Brian says he "almost killed Barley" his dog.
Trish Glose visits the Ryan Rose tasting room, formerly known as Folin Cellars to chat with winemaker, Rob Folin. Rob talks about going from merchandising to wine making, how where he started in the industry put him on the path to where he is now, and why many think he's not the typical image of a winemaker. The two also gush over their love of cooking, specifically, the right way (in their opinion), to get in the kitchen and cook.
Trish Glose talks to father, and recently, somewhat of an activist, Andrew Pollack. Pollack lost his daughter, Meadow in the school shooting in Parkland, Florida in February of 2018. Since then, he says he wanted to find out the facts about what happened that day and why the shooting happened in the first place. Shortly after, he started writing a book that documented all that he found. He talks to KTVL about his family, the move to Florida, the day he found out his daughter would never be coming home, and what's next for him.
Trish Glose talks to Melodie Picard, owner of the Oregon Cheese Cave, which recently opened in Phoenix. Melodie moved to the United States after living in Normandy for 20 years. She got a job as a nanny in the au pair program, and pursued dreams of acting before she realized her true calling. Find out why she moved to Southern Oregon, what motivated her to open up a cheese shop and why she was obsessed with the television show "Beverly Hills 90210" while living in France.
Trish Glose gets to know local winemaker, Andy Myer. Andy recently started his own label after working in many different wineries. The two talk about how he gets bored easily, how wine seemed to fix that problem, and what he'd like to see in the future when it comes to what he's making inside the bottle.
For the first time, Trish Glose takes Off Script on the road to Irvine & Roberts Vineyards in Ashland to talk to wine maker Vince Vidrine. Sitting outside by the tasting room, the two talk about how Vince actually started making beer while in college, but quickly moved to wine. He traveled all over the world, working in different wineries, including some in the Willamette Valley. He says he found his unicorn job at Irvine & Roberts. Find out why he loves this job so much and his vision for the future.
Trish Glose gets to know Eric Eisenberg, the Director of Dining Services at the Rogue Valley Manor. Eric is fairly new to Southern Oregon, but not a kitchen, and certainly not his current role. He's a kid from Brooklyn who wanted to go into theater, but found the kitchen was calling his name. He shares the adventures of his life, which include working in restaurants in New York City, a five year venture in France, and then to Seattle where he opened a very famous restaurant that he made his own. His stories almost seem fake and out of a storybook as he talks about his life and his love of food with gusto.
Trish Glose talks to local veterinarian and friend, Dr. Tami Rogers from Jacksonville Veterinary Hospital. She grew up with sisters, although didn't realize one was actually her sister until she was a teenager. She talks about going to veterinary school, the odd-ish jobs she took before, the heartbreaking trials of going through several miscarriages and the daily grind at work, including everything you didn't really want to know about your dog's anal glands. Her stories are touching, real and honest.
Trish Glose soaks up a wee bit of knowledge from Dr. Mike Amaranthus, the man who, with the help of his wife, started Mycorrhizal Applications in Grants Pass. With the help of his mentor, he learned how to make plants grow better and increase quality, productivity, and health. He talks a lot about mushrooms and how these applications can change the way the world grows food and plants. It's nerdy in all the most fabulous of ways.
KTVL's Trish Glose talks to President of the Board of Directors of SoHumane, Dave Filomeo. Dave worked for the same company for 35 years in human resources. He goes into what he calls his "ideal childhood", how he's seen the workforce change in the last few decades and why he made his move to Medford. He also talks (a little bit) about working with rocket scientists.
Trish Glose goes off script with Mark Dennett from The Dennett Consulting Group. He talks about living in 16-ish places by the time he was 16, how a love for theater took him to journalism school, and how a car wash started the idea of a frequent flyer program, used by most airlines today. There are several interesting and thought-provoking nuggets of wisdom and the most amazing story about Dennett's grandfather, who knew Wyatt Earp and Doc Holliday.
Trish Glose talks about it all with local boutique owner, Amy DiCostanzo. She opened Papillon Rouge after working in a boutique in Arizona. She was told it wouldn't make it, but didn't let that stop her. She now has two stores under her belt, with the help of a partner. The two talk about their love of animals, why the library can be dangerous at night, and some marital advice Amy says worked for a friend.
Trish Glose chats with Andy Phillips, who has worked in several restaurants and on several wine programs from Southern Oregon to Hawaii. He's watched Southern Oregon's logging industry change drastically and specifically, he's watched Ashland transform into more of a tourist destination. He talks about his love of wine, his insane bicycle trips across the country and a huge accomplishment at a local restaurant.
Trish Glose gets to know Central Point School District Superintendent, Samantha Steele. According to her, she's technically a high school dropout, but says she made up for it later when she snagged two degrees in five years. The two talk about her path to becoming superintendent, how she realized later it wasn't the job she thought, and what she's doing to help change education. They also talk about CraterWorks makerspace, one of her babies, and her hopes for this new adventure in the school district.
Trish Glose talks to local business owner, Natasha Hopkins, who owns the Rogue Grape in downtown Medford. She talks about growing up with a drug addicted mother and how she broke free from that life to eventually find her happiness. She was dreaming big about opening a wine shop and those dreams came true with her current business. The struggles of being an entrepreneur (that's where the Post-It comes in), her second go at parenthood, and her goal with her business.
Trish Glose was lucky enough to hear about Chuck Taylor and his business, Taylor's Sausage. It all started with his English grandpa, who moved to Canada, and then eventually Southern California. His family was one of the first in the farmers markets in Hollywood and the business lived through many tense and tough economical times. Find out how he stumbled across the plant in Cave Junction and how they turned the business into what it is today. They also talk about Chuck's lovely wife, Marilyn and how they met. From beginning to end, Chuck is heartwarming, funny and real.
Trish Glose learns all about the heart, heart attacks and the life-saving program Dr. Brian Gross helped begin. The cardiologist instantly knew he wanted to live in Southern Oregon and played a huge role in developing the STEMI program. Find out how he put the Rogue Valley on the map through his life-saving work, why he loves wearing bowties and how playing squash got him into medical school.
Trish Glose finds out about Southern Oregon University head soccer coach, Davie Carmichael. Originally from Scotland, Davie talks about growing up playing football (not soccer), living in a bed and breakfast and his trek to America. He's had several head coaching jobs and is excited he's in Southern Oregon for this next adventure. He also thinks his thick Scottish accent is fading... you be the judge.
Trish Glose chats with fellow podcaster Danielle Craig. The two talk about her podcast, "Happiness in Progress", and her life as a local journalist at a Southern Oregon television station. She talks about when she first realized she wanted to be a journalist and the moment when her life changed and she knew she needed a different path in life.
Trish Glose chats it up with Taneea Browning, the Executive Director of Direct Involvement Recreation Teaching, or DIRT. She talks about growing up in Southern Oregon, mostly off the grid and how she decided to start a non-profit instead of having a second child. Hear how she's working to help others share their passion and by doing so, changing the definition of success.
Trish Glose learns all about herbs and cannabis from self-taught herbalist Brie Malarkey from Breeze Botanicals and Sun God Medicinals. From losing her home and declaring bankruptcy, to being Oregon's first OLCC licensed cannabis retailer, she talks about the journey to learning about herbs and her fight to make sure people had safe access to cannabis.
Trish Glose learns about Jackson County judge David Hoppe. He was born on a naval base and never really wanted to be an attorney. Instead, he used his Asian Studies and lived in China for a while, before moving back to the states. Find out where he got his start being a prosecutor and his love for his community and being a judge.
Trish Glose grabs Brian Schnee off the desk for a very special anniversary episode (number 50!) of Off Script. He talks about growing up in Connecticut, why he was so good at drums and his journey from being a sports guy to reading the news at KTVL. A hilarious story toward the end about the day Brian says he "almost killed Barley" his dog.
Trish Glose talks to Ashland-based architect, Chris Brown. Brown started his own firm, arkitek : design&architecture after studying in San Luis Obispo. He's currently working with the Central Point School District and several other organizations on a makerspace in the old Crater Iron building on Highway 99. He talks about growing up in Yreka, California, the significance of his hair and the best advice he's received from his youngest daughter.
KTVL's Trish Glose talks to long-time plastic and cosmetic surgeon, Dr. Robert Jensen from Jensen Center for Cosmetic and Plastic Surgery. He talks about his decision to go into this particular field of medicine and the types of surgeries he's done over the last few decades. He was also in the George Washington University Hospital when President Reagan was shot and remembers the chaos of that day. The two discuss the books he's written, specifically the third one, which is all about diet and weight loss.
Trish Glose gets to know Mail Tribune publisher, Steven Saslow. Steven bought the paper with the idea of partnering with a local television station. They discuss the successes of past ideas and his hopes for future ideas, growing up outside Philadelphia, a little about cars and his fur babies. Fascinating stories and fun tales in Episode 47!
Trish Glose learn more about chocolate maker Jeff Shepherd from Lillie Belle Farms Artisan Chocolates. His career decisions have taken him on several paths and landed him in different kitchens. He calls himself a (Grateful) Dead head and learned to tie dye to fund his love for shows. An Off Script first, Shepherd plays his guitar and sings a song that he says is somewhat about love.
It's a lot about eyeballs in Episode 45 as Trish Glose sits down with ophthalmologist Dr. Cassandra Bliss. She's worked on so many different animal eyes, including several different species and most recently, a flamingo from Wildlife Safari. They also talked about her love of bird hunting and a heartwarming moment, when Dr. Bliss said what she'd do for her final meal.
A lot of stories in Episode 44 as Trish Glose talks to local artist and historian Bill Phillips. Bill was born in Southern California and his dad was a character actor in the forties. His life took a tragic turn when his dad died and his family moved up to Oregon. Bill's life is full of stories on how he got into painting, pulling G's in jets and the people he met that wanted his paintings. Hear one of many highlights of his career and his touching reason why he loves Southern Oregon.
Trish Glose learns more about some of the daring missions for Ross Allen, owner of 2Hawk Winery and Vineyard. Allen moved up to the Rogue Valley a few years ago and he and his wife took on the great task of revamping a local winery, from vines to tasting room. Allen talks about his love of law enforcement, farming, and food.
Trish Glose learns more about Carolyn Kingsnorth. She's the president of Historic Jacksonville, Inc. She talks about her journey from Georgia to Southern Oregon and the stories that came with the trek. There's an interesting story about the death of her mother and what she found at home.
Trish Glose gets to know Gina DuQuenne in Episode 41. Currently working at Ashland Hills & Suites, she talks about her career working in hotels and specifically, planning parties. The two also talk about Gina's journey to becoming the founder of SOPride and the day she "jumped the broom."
Trish Glose sits down with Paisan's Pizzeria & Bistro to talk about the restaurant business, how his family got to the states and the reason he made the trek to the West Coast. Life hasn't always been easy for Vinny and he talks about how his wife got sick and his oldest son ended up in prison. There are also a lot of laughs and fun chats about the meatball wedge.
Trish Glose questions Jackson County Circuit Court Judge Lisa Greif on her journey to the judge's seat. Before that, the two talk about law school, why she decided to be a defense attorney, and a murder case she says absolutely changed her life. They were both in the courtroom when the judge gave the sentence and it's a moment the two will never forget.
Trish Glose is taken back to history class in Episode 38 with Jacksonville's town historian, Larry Smith. Forever a teacher, the Oregonian talks about growing up in the Rogue Valley with a lot of family, being a twin and all the weird, cool stuff that comes with it, and how he managed to take his love of teaching and history and turn it into what he's doing now.
Trish Glose asks the super tough (not really) questions to Mail Tribune editor Cathy Noah. This homegrown journalist shares her love for asking the tough questions, some of the memorable stories she's covered and her opinions on where the world of journalism is headed. She also takes a break from her job and talks about her loves during her time off.
Trish Glose takes a walk down memory lane with local resident, Chuck Mettler. Mettler is the face for a local retirement facility, often featured on their commercials. No stranger to commercials, he talks about his career owning an appliance store and the silly commercials he was in for that. He also talks about growing up in Pennsylvania, the way he met his wife, and her battle with Alzheimer's. It's a life filled with laughter, sweet memories and a lot of love.
We revisit Episode 16 with Joelle Graves, Executive Director of the Rogue Valley Symphony. She tells the heartbreaking story of growing up with an alcoholic mother, how she connected with her father, how singing helped her heal and her letter to President Obama that got some serious play.
Trish Glose changes things up in Episode 35! It's all about family and holiday traditions. First up, she talks to her mom via FaceTime from South Carolina, then Mike Marut shares his very John Hughes-like Christmas traditions, and we wrap up with Brian Schnee on celebrating both Christmas and Hanukkah.
Trish Glose learns about Lee Ayers, the Division Director of Undergraduate Studies at Southern Oregon University. They talk about Lee growing up in Detroit, how she started patrolling the streets of San Diego as a young woman and how education changed her life. As a criminology professor, she taught many of the law enforcement officers who serve our community today.
Trish Glose talks to Jackson County Circuit Court Judge Laura Cromwell about being a prosecutor, a stepmom and her journey to the judge's seat.
Trish Glose puts brewery owner Nick Ellis in the spotlight in Episode 32. The owner of Opposition Brewing, the two talk about how Nick went from Santa Cruz to Southern Oregon, how he started a brewery, that one time he got into a fight with a brewery and the love the two share over a good bowl of shrimp and grits.
We revisit Episode 18 with 2Hawk winemaker, Kiley Evans. He sips the wine and tells stories of how he got into wine making, the scandalous way he met his wife and goes all out on his final meal.
Trish Glose learns about Allison Baker, owner of Nail It Salon in Medford. It's not necessarily what she wanted to do when she grew up, but this job has taken her around the world, visiting multiple countries and doing things she never thought she would be able to do. We highlight her art and her humor in Episode 31.
Trish Glose hears all about the shenanigans of Doug Irvine. Now owner of Irvine & Roberts Vineyards in Ashland, Doug shares growing up in both Southern California and Southern Oregon, the fun trouble he got into in high school, the interesting way he started dating his wife and what it was like having Chuck Norris as an uncle. Lots of laughs and a sweet story about his dad's advice he'll never forget.
Trish Glose chats it up with gastroenterologist, Dr. Peter Adesman. He talks about growing up in Brooklyn, why medicine was the field he chose (and why everyone wanted a look at his cadaver in anatomy class) and why now he's taking on a new adventure of making wine. Pickiness about wine glasses included.
Trish Glose shares stories with the queen of Jacksonville's Schoolhaus Brewhaus, Hilary Kemmling. She talks about growing up in Jacksonville, figuring out what she wants to be when she grows up, finding her niche and her adventure in Germany that helped create what she has today.
Trish Glose finds out about business owner Chris Dennett who owns Elements and Beerworks. The two talk about his many travels around the globe, the day he woke up and just had to go to Australia, being broke in Greece, opening up a tapas bar and why he wanted a beer shop.
Trish Glose sits down with what some people call the "godfather of grapes." Herb Quady of Quady North and Barrel 42 Custom Winecraft not only explains what that means but talks about his long history with vineyards, wine and making it.
Trish Glose gets a front row seat to Jeff Matschke's story. Currently a Medford firefighter, this Army veteran had two deployments overseas and was blown up in Iraq during the second deployment. He talks about that day his team drove over an IED, and the road to recovery that came after. It included walking with a cane and working to repair brain trauma. While he says he didn't realize he was experiencing post traumatic stress at the time, he understands it in a different way now. His story is one of bravery, resiliency, courage, and keeping up the fight.
Trish Glose shoots the breeze with Sara Garr, production team member at Barrel 42 Custom Winecraft and Quady North. She says she wants to be a winemaker when she grows up, but the two talked about existentialism, her tattoos, drinking choices in college and how she just puts it out there. Her answer to the final meal question had them both drooling.
Trish Glose gets chatty with Cathy Beaton, owner and operator of Beaton Farm, a new vineyard and winery in Southern Oregon. The two discuss being from the south and Cathy talks about helping with integration at her Alabama high school, working with the Department of Defense and how she found her way first to Klamath Falls. There's also a funny story about where she met her current husband.
Trish Glose gets the skinny on the very interesting life of Stacy Van Voorhees. She's currently the Outreach & Administration Manager at the Rogue Valley Growers and Crafters Market, but her world before moving to the Rogue Valley included traveling around the world, living in New York and meeting quite a few celebrities. Name dropping and tarot card reading may be included.
Trish Glose learns some interesting things about Jackson County health officer Dr. Jim Shames, including the 17 years he spent on a commune. Addiction, drugs, delivering babies and traveling the world are just a handful of topics they discuss.
Trish Glose talks to a man many of heard on the radio before, Garth Harrington. Garth talks about growing up in San Francisco, living in a house meant for Japanese servants and how singing in a choir in the Army landed him on the Ed Sullivan show.
KTVL's Trish Glose sits down with a new-ish Oregonian, Bree Boskov. This Australian and Master of Wine is the Education Director for the Oregon Wine Board. In Episode 19, they talk about growing up in Australia, why she left, and how being in a movie got her into wine.
Trish Glose says cheers to Kiley Evans, winemaker at 2Hawk Vineyard and Winery in Medford. From talks about living in the south, to the scandalous way he met his wife, the conversation goes from death to wine to wearing clothes that don't match.
Trish Glose has a front row seat with chef and local restaurant owner Neil Clooney. Clooney owns Smithfield's and Pub and Pies in Ashland. From rural parts of the United Kingdom to Southern Oregon, Neil shares his idyllic-sounding childhood, his love of cooking and how he ended up in the states.
Trish Glose talks to the Executive Director of the Rogue Valley Symphony, Joelle Graves. There were several tears during a conversation about her childhood, lots of laughter about her family, her work in a prison and then interesting talk about music and a letter to a former commander in chief.
Trish Glose met Gary Halliburton several months ago while doing a story on mental health. Halliburton currently works in the Behavioral Health Unit at Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center, but his adventures span from living on the streets, by choice, creating end of life videos for those in hospice and wanting to help those suffering from mental health.
Trish Glose talks and laughs (a lot) with local actor, Brandy Carson. She's spent two seasons with the Oregon Shakespeare Festival. At 84, she says she's living the dream, but it didn't come without several years of heartache and battling alcoholism.
Trish Glose interviews Dave Siddon, Executive Director of Wildlife Images. They talk a lot about Dave's love of wildlife, how his father showed him the way (and sometimes not) and he shares the stories about how a few of his favorite animals now call Wildlife Images home.
Trish Glose shoots the breeze with local business owner Joe Moxley on his carefree childhood, his love of rum, tattoos and why he's the guy that just seems to know people.
Trish Glose chats with Bicoastal Media's Operation Manager, Don Hurley. They talk about his start in radio, some of the many places he's lived, including Australia, adoption and some of his music loves.
Trish Glose talks to Teresa Pollman, owner of IMD in Medford. She talks about growing up with horses, how she started her successful modeling agency and the controversy that sometimes surrounds the industry.
Trish Glose chats with former editor of the Mail Tribune, Bob Hunter on how he got into news, newspapers and one of the stories that has stuck with him through the years.
Trish Glose talks with local chef, Josh Dorcak on how he started cooking and why the job just makes sense to him. They also discuss his restaurant MAS, why he wanted it to be different than any other restaurant in Southern Oregon and what he'd eat if he wasn't cooking.
Trish Glose talks to assistant winemaker to Serra Vineyards, Liz Wan. They talk about her entrance into this world, why English is her fifth or sixth language, and how her love of wine got her to the Rogue Valley.
Trish Glose sits down with Dr. Robin Miller. They talk about growing up in Chicago, medical school, why she quit her job to take a different approach to medicine and the foods she loves to hate.
Trish Glose sits down with business owner John Watt. They explore his Oregon childhood, his love for the Beatles and why he wanted to work in a clothing store. Find out why he made the news for a stolen guitar and his answers to the final 3.
Trish Glose sits down with radio personality DJ Gemineye. They dive into the changes in radio, his love for Prince and what made this aspiring DJ, working in Portland, come back to the Rogue Valley so many years ago.
Trish Glose sits down with the chef of pop up restaurant Over Easy in downtown Medford, Oregon. He talks about growing up in Oklahoma City, southern food, tattoos and tells one of his favorite stories that involves beer, whiskey and Benicio del Toro.
Trish Glose sits down the President and CEO from The Chamber of Medford/Jackson County. They discuss his life as a young boy in Grants Pass, his love for his community, the Los Angeles Dodgers and why he's stayed in the Rogue Valley for as long as he has.
Trish Glose sits down with a long-time, local radio personality. They talk about her life in radio, past relationships, dead lifting and what feeds her soul.