Best COMPLETELY DAMAGEDs Podcasts (2025)

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74. Amarone & Recioto: The Passito Wines & Laws of Valpolicella Explained 12:28

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Welcome back to the Wine Educate Podcast, where we explore WSET education, study tips, and practical advice for wine enthusiasts and professionals. I’m your host, Joanne Close, and this is episode 74. Today, we’re heading to Northeast Italy, into the Veneto, to explore Valpolicella—a region whose wines feature prominently in both WSET Level 2 and L…

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73. Barolo & Barbaresco: Wine Laws at the WSET Level 3 Level 16:58

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Barolo & Barbaresco: Wine Laws at the WSET Level 3 Level Welcome back to the Wine Educate Podcast, where we explore WSET education, study tips, and practical advice for wine enthusiasts and professionals. I’m your host, Joanne Close, and this is episode 73. Today, we’re diving into two of Italy’s most legendary regions: Barolo and Barbaresco, throu…

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72. Italian Wine Laws at the WSET Level 2 Level 10:48

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Resources & Links Sign up for the Wine Educate Newsletter: www.wineeducate.com/newsletter-signup How to Contact Us Email: [email protected] Website: www.wineeducate.com Instagram: @wineeducate Hello and welcome to the Wine Educate Podcast, where we explore WSET education, study tips, and practical advice for wine enthusiasts and professionals.…

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71. Wine Laws of Burgundy: Côte Chalonnaise & Mâconnais 10:17

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Resources & Links Sign up for the Wine Educate Newsletter: www.wineeducate.com/newsletter-signup How to Contact Us Email: [email protected] Website: www.wineeducate.com Instagram: @wineeducate Episode 71 – Wine Laws of Burgundy: Côte Chalonnaise & Mâconnais In this episode of the Wine Educate Podcast, we conclude our Burgundy wine law series w…

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70. The Wine Laws of Burgundy – Côte d’Or & The Importance of Slope 13:45

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70. The Wine Laws of Burgundy – Côte d’Or & The Importance of Slope Resources & Links Sign up for the Wine Educate Newsletter: www.wineeducate.com/newsletter-signup How to Contact Us Email: [email protected] Website: www.wineeducate.com Instagram: @wineeducate Today’s episode continues our Burgundy series with a focus on the Côte d’Or—and more…

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69. The History of Burgundy Wine Laws: How Monks and the Napoleonic Code Shaped Today’s Vineyards 7:43

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Resources & Links Sign up for the Wine Educate Newsletter: www.wineeducate.com/newsletter-signup How to Contact Us Email: [email protected] Website: www.wineeducate.com Instagram: @wineeducate Welcome to episode 69 of the Wine Educate Podcast. This week, we’re continuing our Burgundy series, focusing on the fascinating history behind the regio…

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68. WSET Level 2: Intro to Burgundy Wine Laws and Classifications 11:51

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Resources & Links: Sign up for the Wine Educate Newsletter: www.wineeducate.com/newsletter-signup Visit our website: www.wineeducate.com How to Contact Us: Email: [email protected] Instagram: @wineeducate In this episode, Joanne introduces the fascinating world of Burgundy (or Bourgogne) and unpacks the wine laws at the WSET Level 2 level. Thi…

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67. The Story Behind Bordeaux’s Famous (and Controversial) Wine Classifications 13:59

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Resources & Links Sign up for the Wine Educate Newsletter: www.wineeducate.com/newsletter-signup How to Contact Us Email: [email protected] Website: www.wineeducate.com Instagram: @wineeducate If you have questions about upcoming WSET classes, coaching or trips book a 15 min free discovery call with Joanne! https://calendly.com/joanne-wineeduc…

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66. WSET Level 2: Understanding Bordeaux’s Regions, Grapes, and Classifications 9:20

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Resources & Links: Sign up for the Wine Educate newsletter – weekly study tips and resources for Levels 1, 2, and 3 www.wineeducate.com/newsletter-signup If you have questions about upcoming WSET classes, coaching or trips book a 15 min free discovery call with Joanne! https://calendly.com/joanne-wineeducate/wset-discovery-call How to Contact Us: E…

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65. WSET Level 3: Understanding the History and Evolution of German Wine Laws 12:22

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Resources & Links: Sign up for the Wine Educate newsletter – weekly study tips and resources for Levels 1, 2, and 3 www.wineeducate.com/newsletter-signup Episode Overview: Welcome to Episode 65! This episode continues our wine law series with a deep dive into German wine laws at the WSET Level 3 level. If you haven’t already, be sure to listen to E…

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64. WSET Level 2: How to Read a German Wine Label 11:20

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Resources & Links: Sign up for the Wine Educate Newsletter – the hub for all upcoming classes, study tools, and wine trips: 👉 www.wineeducate.com/newsletter-signup How to Contact Us: Email: [email protected] Website: www.wineeducate.com Instagram: @wineeducate Wine Educate Podcast – Episode 64 German Wine Laws (Level 2 Overview) Welcome to Epi…

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63. WSET Level 3 Tasting Tip: Don’t Let a Sweet Wine Sabotage Your Exam 4:57

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Resources & Links: Sign up for the Newsletter – Get weekly Level 1, 2 & 3 tips, podcast links, and study resources www.wineeducate.com/newsletter-signup In This Episode: What happens if you’re given a sweet white wine on the Level 3 tasting exam? In Episode 63, Joanne shares a smart (and easy to miss) strategy for the order in which you taste the w…

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62. Wine Tasting Series: Understanding Malolactic Conversion 11:45

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Wine Educate Newsletter – Sign up for exclusive content and class/trip updates www.wineeducate.com/newsletter-signup In this episode of the Wine Educate Podcast, Joanne wraps up the summer tasting series with a deep dive into malolactic conversion, a winemaking process that’s often misunderstood. If you’ve ever wondered why some white wines taste b…

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Episode 103: Completely Damaged Presents: Memorial to an Icon: Hulk Hogan 41:57

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In this powerful and reflective episode, RC and Big D pay tribute to one of the most iconic figures in professional wrestling history: Hulk Hogan. From his unforgettable debut to his reign as the face of a wrestling revolution, the hosts dive deep into the highs, the controversies, and the undeniable legacy left behind. Join Completely Damaged as w…

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61. WSET Level 3 Success Starts Here: Your Complete Prep Checklist 7:37

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Resources & Links www.wineeducate.com/newsletter-signup How to Contact Us [email protected] Show Notes: School is back in session, and today I’m tackling a question I get all the time from Level 2 students: “What should I be doing to prepare for Level 3?” Whether you're eager to keep the momentum going or just beginning to explore what’s next,…

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Wildfire Damage House Restoration 6:06

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We explore the challenges and solutions for homeowners facing the devastating aftermath of wildfire damage in the Los Angeles area. As 2025 begins with severe fires sweeping through communities, we break down the entire fire damage restoration process, from the first site inspection to the final stages of rebuilding. Listeners will learn the critic…

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60. Wine Tasting Series: - Lees Ageing in Wine: What It Is, Who Uses It, and Why It Matters 12:25

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Resources & Links Sign up for the newsletter to get the full tasting exercise sheet and weekly updates: www.wineeducate.com/newsletter-signup How to Contact Us Email Joanne at: [email protected] Episode Summary In this episode, Joanne dives into the concept of lees aging—a winemaking technique that can add texture, flavor, and complexity to a …

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59. Corks, Screwcaps, and Surprises: How Wine Closures Affect What’s in Your Glass 12:15

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Resources & Links Join the Wine Educate Newsletter — Get the tasting series, study tips, and WSET updates each week www.wineeducate.com/newsletter-signup How to Contact Us Website: www.wineeducate.com Instagram: @wineeducate Email: [email protected] Episode Summary This week we’re diving into a topic I’ve wanted to talk about for a while—wine …

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58. Wine Tasting Series: - Understanding SAT Clusters - #8 - Herbal 11:26

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Resources & Links Join the Wine Educate Newsletter — Get tasting sheets, class updates, and study tips straight to your inbox. www.wineeducate.com/newsletter-signup How to Contact Us Website: www.wineeducate.com Instagram: @wineeducate Email: [email protected] Episode Summary In this week’s tasting episode, we’re sticking with the green theme—…

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Episode 102: COMPLETELY DAMAGED PRESENTS: AEW RESULTS-WWE SATURDAY NIGHT MAIN EVENT AFTERMATH 44:37

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In this action-packed episode of Completely Damaged, RC and Big D dive headfirst into the latest from the wrestling world! First up: full breakdown and analysis of AEW’s All In Texas—every pop, promo, and surprise return dissected with signature Completely Damaged intensity. Then, the focus shifts to WWE’s Saturday Night Main Event, where the fallo…

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57. Decanting Wine: Tips, Myths, and Best Practices 10:48

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Resources & Links • Join the newsletter and get weekly tasting sheets, updates, and bonus content: www.wineeducate.com/newsletter-signup • Ask a question via the SpeakPipe link in the newsletter How to Contact Us • Website: www.wineeducate.com • Instagram: @wineeducate • Send a question: Look for the SpeakPipe link in the newsletter Episode Summary…

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56. Wine Tasting Series: - Mini Wine Tastings You Can Do at Home - #7 - Herbacious 7:33

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Resources & Links Join the newsletter and download the full tasting prompt sheet: www.wineeducate.com/newsletter-signup How to Contact Us Website: www.wineeducate.com Instagram: @wineeducate Submit a question for the podcast: Use the SpeakPipe link in the newsletter Episode Summary Welcome to Episode 56 of the Wine Educate Podcast. It’s Tuesday, wh…

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55. How to Share Your Wine Knowledge Without Sounding Like a Jerk 8:56

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Resources & Links Sign up for the newsletter: www.wineeducate.com/newsletter-signup Ask your question for the podcast: SpeakPipe link in the newsletter How to Contact Us Instagram: @wineeducate Email: [email protected] Host: Joanne Close Episode Summary You’ve just come back from a week of learning, wine tasting, and exploring the vineyards of…

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54. Wine Tasting Series: - Mini Wine Tastings You Can Do at Home - #6 Sweet Foods and Wine 6:07

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Resources & Links: Sign up for the Wine Educate newsletter and download the companion tasting sheet: www.wineeducate.com/newsletter-signup How to Contact Us: For questions, speaking requests, or upcoming classes and trips, visit www.wineeducate.com or find us on Instagram @wineeducate. Episode Summary: In today’s tasting episode, Joanne shares a pr…

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53. When is a "Special Bottle" Ready to Drink? 8:25

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Resources & Links: Sign up for the Wine Educate newsletter to submit your question and get tasting sheets, study tips, and updates: www.wineeducate.com//newsletter-signup About the Episode: This week’s listener question comes from Liz, and it’s one many of us can relate to—how do you know when it’s the right time to open a special bottle of wine? I…

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52. Wine Tasting Series: Mini Wine Tastings You Can Do at Home! - #5 Body & Milk 6:14

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Resources & Links Subscribe to the newsletter to get the Body Exercise Handout: www.wineeducate.com/newsletter-signup Have questions or want to share how your tasting group is doing? Email me: [email protected] Episode Summary In this Tuesday Tasting episode, we’re revisiting one of my favorite exercises for helping students understand a core …

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51. What Is a Sommelier? Defining the Role in Today’s Wine Industry 6:16

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Resources & Links Connect on Instagram and join the conversation: @wineeducate Have a wine question for Joanne? Email [email protected] Episode Summary In this Thursday episode, Joanne digs into a frequently asked—and slightly spicy—topic: what exactly is a sommelier? Who gets to use the title, and how has the meaning shifted over time? She tr…

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50. Wine Tasting Series: Mini Wine Tastings You Can Do at Home! - #4 Oak Aromas & Flavors 9:22

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Resources & Links Access the Oak Aroma Kit PDF, wine examples, and tasting group prompts by signing up for the newsletter at www.wineeducate.com/newsletter-signup How to Contact Us Email Joanne directly at [email protected] to share feedback, questions, or episode ideas. Episode Summary Welcome to Episode 50 of the Wine Educate Podcast. It’s a…

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49. How to Order Wine in a Restaurant: A Stress-Free Guide 8:39

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Resources & Links: Join the newsletter to get updates on new episodes, study tips, classes, and travel opportunities. www.wineeducate.com/newsletter-signup How to Contact Us: Email: [email protected] Website: www.wineeducate.com Instagram: @wineeducate In this episode of the Wine Educate Podcast, Joanne shares practical advice for one of the m…

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48. Wine Tasting Series: Mini Wine Tastings You Can Do at Home! – #3 Sparkling Wine Styles 13:49

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Wine Educate Newsletter – Sign up for exclusive content and class/trip updates www.wineeducate.com/newsletter-signup In this episode of Wine Educate, host Joanne Close dives into the bubbly world of sparkling wine—specifically two production methods you’ll encounter in both WSET exams and your favorite wine shops: the Traditional Method and the Anc…

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47 Heat-Damaged Wine: Signs, Causes, and How to Protect Your Bottles 9:45

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Resources & Links Sign Up for the Wine Educate newsletter, the best way to get tasting PDFs, class updates, and trip info www.wineeducate.com/newsletter-signup Episode Summary It’s getting hot out there—and it only takes a few hours of high heat to seriously damage a bottle of wine. In this episode, Joanne explains what heat damage actually does to…

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Episode 101: Completely Damaged Presents: Releases, TKO, PPVS, and more 33:49

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In this episode of the Completely Damaged Podcast, RC and Big D break down a wild week in the world of pro wrestling. The duo dive into the surprising release of fan-favorite R-Truth and several other high-profile names, discussing the impact on the industry and what could be next for these stars. They also cover the latest developments surrounding…

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46. Taste This! Mini Wine Tastings You Can Do at Home: Tasting #2 - Apples 10:01

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In this episode, we’re focusing on a simple, sensory-rich exercise: exploring the aromas and flavors of apples and how they show up in wine. This is a foundational tasting skill for both students and casual tasters—green apple, yellow apple, and red apple skin are aroma notes that show up constantly in WSET assessments and real-world wine descripti…

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45. Wine Study Tools: Aroma Kits – Study Hack or Splurge? 10:07

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Resources & Links: Sign up for the Wine Educate Newsletter to access free PDFs from the Taste This! series, including setup instructions for each tasting activity: www.wineeducate.com/newsletter-signup How to Contact Us: Got a question or topic you'd like covered on the podcast? Send me an email [email protected] I’d love to hear from you! Epi…

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44. Taste This! Mini Wine Tastings You Can Do at Home: Tasting #1 - Understanding Tannin 12:03

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Resources & Links – Get the free PDF tasting guide: www.wineeducate.com/tea – Listen to Episode 9: How to Set Up Your Tasting Environment – Listen to Episode 18: What Is Tannin and Why Does It Matter? How to Contact Us Have a question or want to share how your tasting went? Just hit reply to the newsletter or email [email protected]. Follow al…

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43. Thinking About Starting a Wine Tasting Group? Start Here 7:17

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Resources & Links Join the newsletter to stay in the loop about classes, podcast extras, and upcoming wine trips: www.wineeducate.com/newsletter-signup How to Contact Us Questions or episode ideas? Email Joanne at [email protected] Show Notes It’s summer—WSET Level 3 exams are done, school’s winding down, and it’s time to shift gears. In this …

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42. The Do’s and Don’ts of Blind Tasting: A Guide for WSET Learners 10:58

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Resources & Links Join the newsletter to stay in the loop about classes, podcast extras, and upcoming wine trips: www.wineeducate.com/newsletter-signup How to Contact Us Questions or episode ideas? Email Joanne at [email protected] Show Notes In this episode, Joanne breaks down the do’s and don’ts of blind tasting—from how to set up a supporti…

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41. Why Wine Trade Tastings Are Valuable to WSET Students 15:13

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Resources & Links Join the newsletter to stay in the loop about classes, podcast extras, and upcoming wine trips: www.wineeducate.com/newsletter-signup How to Contact Us Questions or episode ideas? Email Joanne at [email protected] Show Notes In this episode, Joanne walks you through how to get the most out of a wine trade tasting—whether you’…

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40. WSET Wine Tasting Kits—Are They Worth It? 16:05

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Resources & Links • Join the Wine Educate newsletter: www.wineeducate.com/newsletter-signup • View available courses & upcoming classes: www.wineeducate.com How to Contact Us Questions or feedback? Email Joanne at [email protected] Episode Summary In this episode, Joanne shares her firsthand impressions of a WSET-approved wine tasting sample k…

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39. What WSET Level 3 Students Wish They Knew Before Starting the Course 9:51

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Resources & Links Join the Newsletter: wineeducate.com/newsletter-signup Launchpad: Level 3 Prep Course Begins May 11 — www.wineeducate.com/launchpad Contact Joanne: [email protected] In this episode, Joanne shares insights straight from the mouths of her current WSET Level 3 students during their second-to-last class — the sparkling wine sess…

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38.The Do’s and Don’ts: 24 Hours Before Your WSET Level 3 Exam 16:03

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Resources & Links Join Launchpad: Level 3 Prep Course www.wineeducate.com/launchpad Sign up for the Wine Educate Newsletter www.wineeducate.com/newsletter-signup How to Contact Us Website: wineeducate.com Instagram: @wineeducate Email: [email protected] Episode Summary You’ve done the studying, now it’s time to focus on how to walk into your W…

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Episode 100: Completely Damaged Presents: Out with the Old, In with the New 38:18

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In this episode, Dorian and RC talk about the recent WWE releases and our thoughts on where they will wind up next. Also, we hear Dorian's rant of the new promotion Hulk Hogan, Eric and Izzy are starting and his thoughts on it. We also talk about Cena vs Orton revisiting their feud and much more.

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37. Didn’t Pass WSET Level 3 Theory? Here's What to Do Next 10:17

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Resources & Links Sign up for the Wine Educate Newsletter: www.wineeducate.com/newsletter-signup Launchpad: Level 3 Prep Course: www.wineeducate.com/launchpad How to Contact Us Website: www.wineeducate.com Email: [email protected] Instagram & Facebook: @wineeducate Episode Summary Today, we're wrapping up our "How to Prepare for the Level 3 Ex…

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What is Simultaneous Localization and Mapping (SLAM)? 14:57

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In this episode, we delve into the fascinating world of Simultaneous Localization and Mapping (SLAM) — a groundbreaking technology revolutionizing everything from autonomous vehicles to construction, robotics, and healthcare. We explore how SLAM allows mobile systems to map and navigate environments in real time using a combination of sensors like …

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Episode 99: Completely Damaged Presents: The Champ Is Here – John Cena’s Last WrestleMania Glory 43:13

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In this electrifying episode, we dive headfirst into the spectacle that is WrestleMania—WWE’s grandest stage of them all. From pyro to piledrivers, we break down the most unforgettable moments of the night. But the real headline? John Cena's triumphant return to championship gold. We relive the roar of the crowd, the drama in the ring, and the lega…

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36. Testable VS Nontestable Wines - Wines That May Appear on the WSET Level 3 Tasting Exam 7:50

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Resources & Links Sign up for the Wine Educate Newsletter: www.wineeducate.com/newsletter-signup Launchpad: Level 3 Prep Course: www.wineeducate.com/launchpad How to Contact Us Website: www.wineeducate.com Email: [email protected] Instagram & Facebook: @wineeducate Episode Summary In this episode, Joanne Close addresses a common concern among …

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35. Top 5 Mistakes Students Make in the WSET Level 3 Theory Exam 11:21

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Resources & Links Sign up for the Wine Educate Newsletter: www.wineeducate.com/newsletter-signup Launchpad: Level 3 Prep Course: www.wineeducate.com/launchpad How to Contact Us Website: www.wineeducate.com Email: [email protected] Instagram & Facebook: @wineeducate Episode 35 – The Top 5 Mistakes on the WSET Level 3 Theory Exam In this episode…

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34. Top 5 Mistakes Students Make in the WSET Level 3 Tasting Exam 8:43

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Resources & Links Sign up for the Wine Educate Newsletter: www.wineeducate.com/newsletter-signup Launchpad: Level 3 Prep Course: www.wineeducate.com/launchpad How to Contact Us Website: www.wineeducate.com Email: [email protected] Instagram & Facebook: @wineeducate In this episode, Joanne tackles one of the most stressful parts of the WSET Lev…

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Episode 98: Road to Wrestle-Mania Predictions! 47:29

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In this episode, RC and Big D dive into their bold predictions for Wrestlemania Weekend! From championship showdowns to surprise returns and potential match-of-the-night candidates, they break down the entire card with their signature banter and deep wrestling knowledge. Whether you're a casual fan or a die-hard, you won't want to miss their hot ta…

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33. Do Study Pods Really Help? Group Learning in WSET Level 3 7:46

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Resources & Links Sign up for the Wine Educate Newsletter: www.wineeducate.com/newsletter-signup Launchpad: Level 3 Prep Course: www.wineeducate.com/launchpad How to Contact Us Website: www.wineeducate.com Email: [email protected] Instagram & Facebook: @wineeducate Episode Summary In this episode, Joanne explores one of the most effective tool…