Episodes

  • Syd, Nora, Liv, Lambrusco & Hope
    Jan 7 2026

    Simon talks with his three daughters about sparkling reds, where they find hope, and the future of our great nation.

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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • Kelly Chard/SavvyB and A Life in Education
    Dec 6 2025

    Simon chats with Kelly, a career educator, who's seen the school system from every angle. They share a bottle of a Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc blend that really shouldn't exist, which Simon proves by recommending its ultimate food pairing...hot dogs.

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    48 mins
  • GP, Pinot Noir & Resilience
    Nov 8 2025

    After enlightening me for 53 odd years, you'd think Dad would take his foot off the gas, but no. Just another in a lifelong series of exceptional conversations with one of my heroes. The wine was pretty swell too.


    Cartograph 2021 Transverse Pinot Noir.

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    46 mins
  • JD, GSM & Going All In
    Sep 20 2025

    The long-awaited 3rd installment, where Simon continues to butcher French words, and learns about committing.

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    50 mins
  • Surrey, Zin & Making the Most of Every Moment
    Jun 16 2025

    Simon enjoys a delightful bottle of Ridge Zinfandel with his friend Surrey, as they discuss how to make the most out of your time on this earth.

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    34 mins
  • Corinna, Friendship and Sancerre
    Apr 9 2025

    Simon and his first guest break down the importance, value, and work of meaningful adult friendships, while enjoying a lovely Sancerre from La Garrenne.

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    45 mins
  • Why Not Me?
    Apr 9 2025

    Simon clumsily shares his reason for creating Podcast, and even more clumsily breaks down a zinfandel from Seghesio Vineyards.

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    14 mins