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History, Books & Wine Podcast

Raising a glass to books and the past with your host Eliza Knight! Welcome to History, Books and wine where we chat about books and fun historical tidbits all while raising a glass of vino!

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39:25

Witchcraft, Plague, and Power: A Conversation with...

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2025/04/01

I’m excited to be joined on the show today by guest author, Anna Rasche. On this episode we’re going to talk about her book, The Stone Witch of Florence, and dive into the inspiration behind gemstone magic, the line between healer and heretic, and how one woman’s power might be the only thing standing between salvation and ruin. Paired with this episode: Anna: Caffè Corretto, Eliza: Brunello Anna's Book: The Stone Witch of Florence What Anna is Reading: The Stolen Queen by Fiona Davis The...

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46:22

Portrait of a Woman: Alka Joshi on Art, Identity, and...

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2025/03/25

I’m excited to be joined on the show today by guest author, Alka Joshi. On this episode we’re going to talk about her book, SIX DAYS IN BOMBAY, a sweeping novel that follows a young Anglo-Indian nurse who embarks on a journey from her home in Bombay, through Prague, Florence, Paris, and London, to uncover a mystery and prove her innocence after a famous painter dies in her care. Paired with this episode: Alka: Chai Tea Eliza: Vanilla, Chamomile, Honey, Bourbon Tea Alka's Book: ...

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27:54

Uncorking the World: Exploring Wine Regions with...

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2025/03/18

I’m excited to be joined on the show today by bestselling author Michael C. Higgins. On this episode we’re going to talk about his series of books Exploring Wine Regions - A visually stunning and immersive travelogue-meets-wine-guide, the Exploring Wine Regions series blends expert insights, rich storytelling, and breathtaking photography to uncover the world’s most captivating wine destinations. Paired with this episode: Michael: Malbec from Argentina Eliza: Hahn, Cabernet Sauvignon ...

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31:02

Scandalous Women & Literary Legends: Gill Paul on...

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2025/03/11

I’m excited to be joined on the show today by guest author, Gill Paul. On this episode we’re going to talk about her book, Scandalous Women, Mad Men meets the world of publishing in international bestselling author Gill Paul’s new novel about Jackie Collins and Jacqueline Susann, two dynamic, groundbreaking writers renowned for their scandalous and controversial novels, and the beleaguered young editorial assistant who introduces them. Paired with this episode: Gill: French 75 El...

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36:39

Bubbles, Battles, and Breaking Barriers: Rebecca...

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2025/03/04

I’m excited to be joined on the show today by guest author, Rebecca Rosenberg. On this episode we’re going to talk about her book, Madame Pommery, part of the Champagne Widows series, based on real-life widows who grappled with the loss of their husbands only to realize that their new marital status allowed them to own their own winery under the Napoleonic Code. These Champagne Widows overcame pandemics, mental illness, sexist laws, wars, and foreign occupation to forge their champagne empire...

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36:35

Hold Strong: Revealing WWII’s Forgotten Tragedy with...

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2025/02/25

I’m excited to be joined on the show today by guest authors Robert Dugoni and Jeff Langholz. On this episode we’re going to talk about their book that they penned along with Chris Crabtree, HOLD STRONG, a unique WWII novel about the deadliest accident in US military history and the people involved, an incredible and inspiring story that has never been told completely—until now. Paired with this episode: Robert: Silent Night Tea, Smith's Tea Company Jeff: Champagne Eliza: Bound, Caberne...

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38:04

The Women Behind the Art: Jeanne Mackin on Picasso’s...

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2025/02/18

I’m excited to be joined on the show today by guest author, Jeanne Mackin. On this episode we’re going to talk about her book, PICASSO’S LOVER, a lushly drawn imagining of the women who inspired Pablo Picasso, the muses behind some of his greatest works, and the enduring influence of love and art. Paired with this episode: Jeanne: Spanish Port Eliza: True Myth, Cabernet Sauvignon Jeanne's Book: Picasso's Lover What Jeanne is Reading: Party of the Century: The Fabulous Story of...

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28:33

Drunk History Trivia with E. Elizabeth Watson, Julie...

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2025/02/11

It's time for a Drunk History Trivia Game!! I’m excited to be joined on the show today by E. Elizabeth Watson, Julie Johnstone and Cecelia Mecca. Welcome ladies! Paired with this episode: E. Elizabeth Watson: Natura Rose Julie Johnstone: Water Cecelia Mecca: Hot Chocolate with RumChata Eliza: Plum Gekkeikan Elizabeth's Book: A Highland Rogue to Ruin Julie's Book: The Highlander Burns for Vengeance Cecelia's Book: To Desire Eliza's Book: The Laird's Guardian Angel Find Elizabeth Online F...

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36:31

Roosevelt, Rights & Resilience: Shara Moon on...

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2025/02/04

I’m excited to be joined on the show today by guest author, Shara Moon. On this episode we’re going to talk about her book, LET US MARCH ON, a stirring novel inspired by the life of an unsung heroine, and real-life crusader, Lizzie McDuffie, who as a maid in FDR’s White House spearheaded the Civil Rights movement of her time. Paired with this episode: Shara: Moscato, Bartenura Eliza: Educated Guess, Cabernet Sauvignon Shara's Book: Let Us March On What Shara is Reading: Becoming by Miche...

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24:05

Stepping Outside our World with T.M. Blanchett's...

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2025/01/28

I’m excited to be joined on the show today by guest author, T.M. Blanchet. On this episode we’re going to talk about her young adult fantasy series, the Neath Trilogy which includes Herrick's End, Herrick's Lie, and Herrick's Key. Paired with this episode:Trisha: Hard Iced TeaEliza: Brunello di MontalcinoTrisha's Book: The Neath TrilogyWhat Trisha is Reading:Leonardo DiVinci by Walter IsaccsonThe Man Who Died Twice by Richard OsmanThe Puzzle Master by Danielle TrussoniFind Trisha Online!...

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42:24

Women, Freedom and Love in Iran During WWI with...

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2025/01/21

I’m excited to be joined on the show today by guest author, Afarin Ordubadi Bellasario. On this episode we’re going to talk about her book, Silenced Whispers, a novel about the struggle for freedom and love against tradition, corruption, and colonial ambition during World War I in Iran.Paired with this episode:Afarin: AlvarinoEliza: Black Raspberry La CroixAfarin's Book: Silenced WhisperWhat Afarin is Reading:Lady Tan's Circle of Women by Lisa SeeBalzac's Paris by Eric HazenFind Afarin Online...

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32:29

War Veterans, Generational Trauma and Survival with...

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2025/01/14

I’m excited to be joined on the show today by guest author, Becky Ellis. On this episode we’re going to talk about her memoir, Little Avalanches a breathtaking scope that propels readers from the beaches of California in the early ‘70s to the battlefields of World War II.Paired with this episode:Becky: SancerreEliza: Le Bruciate, Brunello Di MontalcinoBecky's Book: Little AvalanchesWhat Becky is Reading:Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow by Gabrielle ZevinFind Becky Online!Becky's Newslette...

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43:13

Young Women Grappling with 1970s Politics with L.M....

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2025/01/07

I’m excited to be joined on the show today by guest author, L.M. Elliott. On this episode we’re going to talk about her book, Truth, Lies and the Questions in Between, a novel about an unraveling presidency and the intensifying fight for women’s rights, through the eyes of a teen girl whose future will be determined by her willingness to seek the truth. Truth, Lies and the Questions in Between will release on January 14, 2025.Paired with this episode:Laura: ChablisEliza: Whispering Angel, Ros...

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37:59

Drunk History Trivia with Evie Hawtrey, Heather Webb,...

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2024/12/24

It's time for a Drunk History Trivia Game!! I’m excited to be joined on the show today by Evie Hawtrey aka Sophie Perinot, Heather Webb and Madeline Martin. Welcome ladies!Paired with this episode:Evie/Sophie: ImPearable cocktailHeather: Gin and Tonic Madeline: Tempranillo, Cooper's HawkEliza: Bound, Cabernet SauvignonEvie's Book:And By FireHeather's Book:Christmas with the QueenMadeline's Book:The Booklover's LibraryEliza's Book:Confessions of a Grammar QueenFind Evie OnlineFind Heather Onli...

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32:07

Holiday Romances, Pet Love and the Puppy Bowl with...

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2024/12/17

I’m excited to be joined on the show today by guest author, Victoria Schade. Because I love pets and the holiday season, we’re going to dive into a different sort of podcast today! We’re going to talk about Victoria’s book, Unleashed Holiday, a holiday romance novel with a professional dog trainer who must decide if the melting frost between her and an old rival can make up for their ruff–as in dog-barking–past, as well as her job as the lead trainer for Animal Planet's Puppy Bowl.Paired with...

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23:01

A Jewel Heist and the Valkyrie Tiara with J'Nell...

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2024/12/10

I’m excited to be joined on the show today by guest author, J’nell Ciesielski. On this episode we’re going to talk about her book, The Winged Tiara, a novel that takes us through post-war Europe as estranged spouses and jewel thieves hunt an elusive Valkyrie tiara. Paired with this episode:J'nell: Promised Land Chocolate Milk in a wine glassEliza: Nobilo, Sauvignon Blanc, New ZealandJ'nell's Book: The Winged TiaraWhat J'nell is Reading:The Ministry of TimeFind J'nell Online!Find links t...

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28:41

Egyptian Antiquities and the Met (AKA Mummies and...

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2024/12/03

I’m excited to be joined on the show today by guest author, Fiona Davis. On this episode we’re going to talk about her book, The Stolen Queen, releasing January 7th. The Stolen Queen will transport readers from 1970s New York City’s most glamorous party to the labyrinth streets of 1930s Cairo and back. Paired with this episode:Fiona: Gruner Veltliner, white wineEliza: Winzer Krems Gruner Veltliner, orange wineFiona's Book: The Stolen QueenWhat Fiona is Reading:The Love Elixir of Augusta Stern...

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30:13

Exploring Big Ideas That Have Shaped Humanity with...

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2024/11/26

I’m excited to be joined on the show today by bestselling author Scott Edwin Williams. On this episode we’re going to talk about his book, Lightbulb Moments in Human History: From Peasants to Periwigs (Book II), a humorous and informative series exploring the big ideas that have shaped humanity. Paired with this episode:Scott: Australian Pinot Noir from M&J Becker WinesEliza: Josh, Seaswept Pinot Grigio/Sauvignon Blanc blendScott's Book: Lightbulb Moments in Human History: From Peasants t...

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34:25

Marguerite "Missy" Lehand with Historian and Author...

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2024/11/19

I’m excited to be joined on the show today by guest historian, Kathryn Smith. On this episode we’re going to be chatting about her historical expertise, the Missy LeHand mystery series and her current screenwriting project. Paired with this episode:Kathryn: Gin and DubonnetEliza: Pimm's SpritzKathryn's Book: The GatekeeperWhat Kathryn is Reading:Dissolution by C.J. SansomFind Kathryn Online!Kathryn's Substack!Find links to Eliza's social media on her website and sign up for her newsletter!Eli...

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30:17

Drunk History Trivia with Mimi Matthews, Jenni L....

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2024/11/12

It's time for a Drunk History Trivia Game!! I'm excited to be joined on the show today by Mimi Matthews, Jenni L. Walsh, and Donna Jones Alward.Paired with this episode:SPARKLE SAUCE! Also known as sparkling water drinks!Mimi's Book:The Muse of Maiden LaneJenni's Book:Ace, Marvel, SpyDonna's Book:When the World Fell SilentEliza's Book:Confessions of a Grammar QueenFind Mimi OnlineFind Jenni OnlineFind Donna OnlineFind links to Eliza's social media on her website and sign up for her newsletter...

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