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The Connected Table Live

Food and beverage industry insiders Melanie Young and David Ransom connect you to leaders and legends in wine, spirits, food and hospitality as they travel the world. Hear from vintners, restaurateurs, chefs, distillers, educators, authors, farmers and more. Melanie and David are the insatiably curious culinary couple who are always in search of a great story to share with their listeners. They bring a fresh approach to spotlighting industry movers and shakers and exploring the pleasures of the

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50:13

Sparkling Wines for the Holidays & Every Day

The Connected Table Live ·

2025/11/26

Travel the world with Melanie and David to discover sparkling wines for the holidays and every day from price points starting at $18.99 (SRP). With a focus on classic sparkling wines made in the traditional method, discover their recommendations from France, Italy, Spain, Austria, England, South Africa, South America and New Zealand based on their global travels and wines tasted from producers and importers. Stay tuned for a separate show on U.S. sparkling wines.The Connected Table is broadcast live

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47:09

New York's First Family of Sparkling Wine- Dr....

The Connected Table Live ·

2025/11/20

Founded in 1962, Dr. Konstantin Frank Winery's namesake founder planted the first vinifera vines in the Eastern United States, forever changing the course of winemaking in New York. In 1985, Dr. Konstantin Frank became the first winery in the eastern U.S. to release a traditional method sparkling wine made from classic Champagne grapes, setting a new quality standard for the region. Meaghan Frank discusses her family winery, its milestones and what sets the Finger Lakes wine region apart.The

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52:25

Roots in Clay- A Visit To Argillae Winery, Orvieto

The Connected Table Live ·

2025/11/13

Giulia Di Cosimo oversees Argillae, her family’s winery located in the northwest of Orvieto in Umbria. Argillae was established in 1993 by Giulia’s grandfather who initially found success making distilled spirits and grappa. Argillae is the Latin word for “clay,” which also reflects the link between the winery and its terroir, primarily calcareous-clay soil which contribute to the wines' complexity and minerality. Argillae produces still and sparkling wines as well as olive oil. www.argillae.euThe

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54:15

Restaurant Impresario Drew Nieporent Shares a...

The Connected Table Live ·

2025/11/05

For over 40 years, Drew Nieporent conceived many hit dining concepts under his Myriad Restaurant Group including Nobu, Tribeca Grill, Rubicon, Montrachet, Corton, Bâtard. In his 2025 memoir, “I’m Not Trying To Be Difficult,” Nieporent shares how a kid from New York’s East Side pursues his dream of working in hospitality and, ultimately, delivers customers memorable dining experiences. He shares stories from (his words) the restaurant trenches and dealing with his chefs and restaurant critics.The

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52:59

Italy’s Lambrusco: One Wine, Many Styles - Versatile...

The Connected Table Live ·

2025/10/22

Produced exclusively in Italy’s Emilia-Romagna region between Modena and Bologna, Lambrusco is a versatile, low alcohol sparkling wine. Lambruscos are made in a spectrum of colors, styles and sweetness levels, from pale pink to salmon rosé ("rosato") to deep garnet and almost blackberry red ("rosso"). Styles range from crisp dry and floral to fruity and juicy to semi-sweet – called amabile. A commonality with Lambrusco wines is they deliver a refreshing effervescence and crisp acidity.The Connected

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54:40

A Visit with Dickie Brennan, 3rd Generation New...

The Connected Table Live ·

2025/10/15

A third-generation New Orleans restaurateur of the famed Brennan family, Dickie Brennan is Owner/Managing Partner of Dickie Brennan & Co. whose restaurants include Dickie Brennan's Steakhouse, Bourbon House and Tableau (French Quarter), Pascal's Manale and The Commissary Kitchen + Market (Garden District), Acorn Café (Louisiana Children’s Museum) and Audubon Clubhouse by Dickie Brennan & Co. (Uptown). Brennan is a cofounder of the nonprofit New Orleans Culinary & Hospitality Institute

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56:25

Niccolò and Bernardo Barberani- 3rd Generation...

The Connected Table Live ·

2025/10/09

Barberani Winery is located in hills above Lake Corbara in the Orvieto Classico area of Umbria. Family patriarch, Vittorio Barberani, began making wine in 1961. Today there are 55 hectares under vine as well as olive groves for making olive oil. Barberani’s wines are produced from Grechetto and Trebbiano Procanico (whites) and Sangiovese Grosso (reds). Barberani also produces Muffa Nobile sweet wines. Niccolò and Bernardo Barberani represent the third generation overseeing the wineryThe Connected

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12 White Wines under $10 -What We're Tasting from...

The Connected Table Live ·

2025/10/01

Looking for everyday white wines that please your palate and don’t drain your wallets? Melanie and David went to Trader Joe’s to find 12 white wines all under $10 (total cost under $100). They discuss their selections and share their favorite picks and pairings. Eat, Drink & Explore with The Connected Table.The Connected Table is broadcast live Wednesdays at 2PM ET and Music on W4CY Radio (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (www.talk4radio.com) on the Talk 4 Media Network (www.talk4media.com)

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48:17

Maui Rising- Eat, Drink & Enjoy the Aloha Spirit

The Connected Table Live ·

2025/09/24

Ranked among the most popular vacation destinations in the U.S.A. the island of Maui dazzles with stunning natural beauty, sunny skies, turquoise ocean and Hawaiian culture. Melanie Young and David Ransom travel to Maui frequently and share their list of restaurants to try and tips to navigate the island. Though the historic town of Lahaina is still recovering from the devastating 2023 wildfires, Maui's resorts, restaurants and attractions are open and welcome visitors with their Aloha Spirit.The

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50:22

Talking Volcanic Wines with Master Sommelier John Szabo

The Connected Table Live ·

2025/09/17

Volcanic soils account for only around one percent of the earth’s surface, but they produce some of the world’s most alluring wines explains John Szabo MS in his award -winning book, “Volcanic Wines- Salt, Grit and Power.” Szabo became Canada’s first Master Sommelier in 2004. He is a partner and principal critic for WineAlign.com, Canada’s largest wine publication, and a buyer for the WineAlign Exchange wine club. He co-hosts the podcast, Wine Thieves, with Sara d’Amato. Follow @johnszabomsThe

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52:04

Share Our Strength's Bill & Debbie Shore- 40 Years...

The Connected Table Live ·

2025/09/10

Siblings Bill and Debbie Shore founded the nonprofit Share Our Strength in 1984 to help combat global hunger and poverty. Forty years later, the organization has raised more than $1 billion to provide hunger relief. Share Our Strength’s No Kid Hungry campaign launched in 2010 works to connect kids in the U.S.A. to effective nutrition programs. In 2024 No Kid Hungry’s local partners served more than 374 million meals to kids and families. www.shareourstrength.org www.nokidhungry.orgThe Connected

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51:22

Scacciadiavoli “Chase the Devil” – A Storied...

The Connected Table Live ·

2025/09/04

The name Scacciadiavoli means “chase the devil,” referencing a story from the 14th century about a woman possessed by the Devil who was exorcised by drinking the local wine. Scacciadiavoli’s history is as storied as the wines are outstanding. In 1884 Prince Ugo Boncompani Ludovisi built the winery, inspired by the chateaux of France. Since the 1950s Scacciodiavoli has been under the stewardship of the Pambuffetti family. Liù Pambuffeti, 4th generation, discusses the history and wines.The Connected

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48:45

Az. Ag. Bocale di Valentini- Three Generations in...

The Connected Table Live ·

2025/08/27

Az. Ag. Bocale di Valentini was founded by Giuseppe Valentini in the 1950s in Montefalco (Umbria) "Bocale" is local dialect for the two-liter wines jugs used before the family's wines were sold in bottles (starting in the 1990s). Bocale produces the signature wines of Montefalco: Trebbiano Spoletino, an aromatic white, Montefalco Rosso DOC, a medium red and Montefalco Sagrantino DOCG, an earthy tannic red. Valentino Valentini represents the third generation of the family business.The Connected Table

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From a Prison to a Castle- Travels with Marchesi...

The Connected Table Live ·

2025/08/20

The Frescobaldi family dates back more than 30 generations in Italy and owns several grand estates in Tuscany including Castello Nipozzano in DOC Chianti Rufina. This historic castle and former fortress produces world class red wines and olive oil. But the family is also tied to a famous prison located on the Island of Gorgona off the coast of Livorno. Here, the Frescobaldi is teaching prisoners to tend to the island's terraced vineyards and make an aromatic white wine under the Gorgona label.The

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45:16

Decugnano Dei Barbi: A Pioneering Winery in Orvieto

The Connected Table Live ·

2025/08/13

The area of Decugnano, formerly owned by the clergy during the Middle Ages, sits high on a hill in northeast Orvieto. In 1973 Claudio Barbi acquired the land to plant vineyards, naming his winery Decugnano Dei Barbi. He embraced modern winemaking and was the first vintner in Orvieto to produce both metodo classico sparkling wines and Pourriture Noble, the first wines in Italy made from botrytis-affected grapes. His son, Enzo Barbi, continues his legacy at Decugnano Dei Barbi.The Connected Table is

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50:25

Tasting Lacryma Christi Wines with Cantina del Vesuvio

The Connected Table Live ·

2025/08/07

Historic documents of grape cultivation on Mt Vesuvius in Campania date to 5th century B.C. Here, volcanic soils result in exceptional wines unique to Vesuvio DOC. Cantina del Vesuvio was founded in 1930 by the Russo family. Located on the southern slopes of Vesuvius with views of the sea, Cantina del Vesuvio is the ideal setting to taste Lacryma Christi del Vesuvio DOC ("Tears of Christ"), wines only produced only in his area. Cantina del Vesuvio offers lunch with wines and cooking classes.The

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48:30

Eating Through Europe One Tour at a Time- Kenneth...

The Connected Table Live ·

2025/07/30

Kenneth Dunn transitioned from working on food insecurity issues with the United Nations to creating premium food experiences for culinary curious travelers through Eating Europe, the company he founded in 2011. What started as a single experience in Rome quickly expanded to Florence and beyond. Eating Europe now offers food tours in 20 cities and has welcomed over 450,000 guests and earned more than 10,000 five-star reviews. www.eatingeurope.comThe Connected Table is broadcast live Wednesdays at

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51:47

Gaetana Jacono, Valle Dell'Acate, 6th Generation...

The Connected Table Live ·

2025/07/24

Gaetana Jacono is the 6th generation family member overseeing Valle Dell’Acate, a wine estate in southern Sicily's Ragusa province. Valle Dell'Acate produces organic wines made from local varieties including Frappato di Vittorio DOC and Cerasuolo di Vittoria DOCG, Nero D'Avola, Grillo and Vermentino. Valle Dell'Acate offers tours, wine and food tastings and cooking classes. Gaetana highlights Frappato, a refreshing light-bodied red, unique to the area. www.valledellacate.comThe Connected Table is

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Arianna Occhipinti- Embracing Biodiversity & Natural...

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2025/07/17

Sicily is ablaze with a new generation of dynamic winemakers who aspire to respect the biodiversity in a region and produce wines that uniquely express their local terroir. An example is Arianna Occhipinti who started her namesake winery at age 22 in 2004 in Fossa di Lupo (Vittoria). She calls it "a magical place." Occhipinti has become a leading voice for biodiversity and a top producer of biodynamic wines in Italy. She describes herself and her wines as “wild, original, brave and rebellious.”The

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50:17

Charlotte Voisey Evolves as Exec. Director, Tales of...

The Connected Table Live ·

2025/07/10

Charlotte Voisey has helped redefine how spirits brands connect with the hospitality industry, notably as longtime global brand ambassador for William Grant & Sons. In 2025, Voisey stepped into a new role as Executive Director for the nonprofit Tales of the Cocktail Foundation, where she oversees strategic planning and initiatives to support the evolution of the industry. Voisey shares how her own career has evolved from her roots in England to becoming a global leader in hospitality.The

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