Best Destination Home Group Of Long Podcasts (2025)

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85. Exploring Five Key Southern Rhône Crus: Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Gigondas, Vacqueyras, Lirac, and Tavel 12:26

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Resources & Links Newsletter Sign-Up: www.wineeducate.com/newsletter-signup Receive weekly Level 2 quizzes, Level 3 essay questions, study tips, and podcast updates. How to Contact Us Email: [email protected] Website: www.wineeducate.com Episode Overview In today's episode, Joanne wraps up the Rhône series with a deep dive into the Southern Rh…

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84. The Southern Rhône: Climate, Grapes, and Winemaking 10:04

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The Southern Rhône: Climate, Grapes, and Winemaking Resources & Links Sign up for the Wine Educate Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/6648859973ba/newsletter (Weekly study tips, essay questions for Level 3 students, class announcements, and upcoming wine trips.) Visit: www.wineeducate.com Email: [email protected] Episode Overview Hello, and welcom…

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83. The Northern Rhône, Part 2: Saint-Joseph, Hermitage, Crozes-Hermitage & Cornas 11:32

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The Northern Rhône, Part 2: Saint-Joseph, Hermitage, Crozes-Hermitage & Cornas Resources & Links 📬 Sign up for the newsletter: www.wineeducate.com/newsletter-signup 📧 Contact Joanne: [email protected] Episode Overview Hello, and welcome to the Wine Educate Podcast! This is Episode 83, and I'm your host, Joanne Close. Today we're continuing our…

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82. The Wines of the Northern Rhône: Côte-Rôtie, Condrieu & Château-Grillet 8:19

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Wine Educate Podcast: Episode 82 Title: The Wines of the Northern Rhône: Côte-Rôtie, Condrieu & Château-Grillet Resources & Links Sign up for the Wine Educate Newsletter https://www.wineeducate.com/newsletter-signup Upcoming WSET Classes www.wineeducate.com Episode Overview In Episode 82, Joanne explores the northernmost part of the Northern Rhône,…

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81. Rhône Overview and the Mistral Wind Explained 10:49

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Wine Educate Newsletter — Your Weekly Wine Study Boost! If you are studying wine or just love learning, this is your home base for smart, friendly study help. I keep it clear, useful, and welcoming so you actually look forward to it. Each Tuesday you'll get Level 2 multiple choice questions you can answer in minutes Level 3 essay prompts with simpl…

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80. Provence, France's Rosé Powerhouse: Regions, Grapes, and Styles 14:11

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Links and resources Newsletter sign up for weekly quizzes and class news: www.wineeducate.com/newsletter-signup Information on upcoming trips and classes www.wineeducate.com What this episode covers Provence is more than postcards and pale pink wine. In this episode, Joanne unpacks the landscape, climate, history, grapes, and key appellations that …

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79. Roussillon Wines Explained: Grapes, History and Travel Insights 15:10

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Resources & Links Sign up for the newsletter: www.wineeducate.com/newsletter-signup Learn more about Wine Educate trips and sign up for the upcoming Zoom info session: www.wineeducate.com/trips Episode Overview Welcome back to the Wine Educate Podcast! In this episode, Joanne Close takes us into the wines of the Roussillon, a region often described…

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78. Languedoc Wines Explained: PDO vs IGP and Why Languedoc Is France's Most Underrated Wine Destination 9:18

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Resources & Links If you have questions about our upcoming trips to The South of France, we are hosting a Zoom info session on October 15th. Get the Zoom link here: www.wineeducate.com/trips If you want to learn more about our upcoming trips, visit: www.wineeducate.com/trips To receive study tips, quizzes, and information on upcoming classes, sign …

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77. Super Tuscans 101: Tuscany's Bordeaux Blends and the Sassicaia Story 9:48

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Description: In Episode 77 of the Wine Educate Podcast, Joanne Close explores the fascinating rise of Super Tuscans—wines that broke Italy's traditional rules and became some of the most sought-after bottles in the world. In Tuesday's episode, we covered Chianti and Chianti Classico. Today, we're heading about 75 miles southwest to Bolgheri, the co…

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76, Chianti vs. Chianti Classico: History, Laws, and Key Differences Explained 10:04

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Hello and welcome back to the Wine Educate Podcast. I'm your host, Joanne Close, and this is episode 76. Today we're diving into the history and wine laws of Chianti and Chianti Classico. This is a Level 3 topic, but I've added context and stories that bring the region to life. Chianti has one of the longest and most fascinating histories in Italia…

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HOTTEST SELLER FINANCING PROPERTIES OF 2025!! (Vegas, Denver, Utah & Much More)! 21:45

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Send us a text We showcase three exceptional off-market real estate investment opportunities with seller financing options that our team has personally vetted but aren't purchasing ourselves. These are properties we've identified through our network that offer unique advantages and favorable terms not typically available. • Denver condo listed at $…

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75. Wine History in Context: Alto Piemonte's Revival and Valle d'Aosta's Alpine Charm 11:06

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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 Hello friends, and welcome back to the Wine Educate Podcast. I'm your host, Joanne Close, and today we're doing something a little different…

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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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Travel Stories, & Secret Travel Destinations 1-on-1 Interview With Bill Roehm Travel Expert Tells Inspirational Stories You Won't Believe Are REAL!! 1:18:17

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Send us a text Stephan Piscano welcomes Bill Rehm, host of the "Where Have You Been" podcast, to explore the profound distinction between travel and vacation, and how authentic travel experiences create meaningful human connections. • Travel differs from vacation by immersing in local culture rather than simply escaping daily life • Bill shares his…

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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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1-on-1 Interview: Jay Skapinac (SkapAttack) On Kobe Bryant, Lebron, & YouTube Stardom 2:01:29

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Send us a text We commemorate Black Mamba Day with a special episode honoring the late Kobe Bryant through an in-depth conversation with Jay Skapinac, founder of the rapidly growing YouTube channel Skap Attack. • Jay shares his journey from aspiring sports journalist to creating one of the fastest-growing sports channels on YouTube • How Kobe Bryan…

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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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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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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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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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FLASHBACK EPISODE: 11 Years Later To The Day, What's Been Learned & What Remains The Same 40:48

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Send us a text Marking the one-year anniversary of the Stephan Piscano podcast, this reflective episode explains how a family visit to Florida in June 2024 ultimately led to the launch of this show and our other podcasts on YouTube as well. What began as casual YouTube viewing while spending time with a newborn nephew evolved into a realization: au…

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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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LIVE Investor Training With Free Presents For ALL Listeners & More!! 17:21

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Send us a text Stephan Piscano announces the release of his first book, "Why Smart Sellers Use Seller Financing: How to Earn More, Sell Faster and Beat the Market," sharing insights from his experience purchasing over 700 properties since 2008. • Book explains how seller financing allows complete negotiation flexibility for purchase price, down pay…

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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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Selling Your Home With Seller Financing: How You Can Drastically INCREASE SALES/PROFITS! 26:18

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Send us a text Forget everything you thought you knew about selling real estate – this game-changing episode reveals how savvy property owners are earning 30-45% more by becoming the bank. Drawing from 17 years of experience and over 700 seller-financed deals, Stephan breaks down the extraordinary financial advantages that most sellers completely m…

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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…