The Connected Table Live
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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 palate. Connect and visit www.theconnectedtable.com Instagram@theconnectedtable Like on Facebook@connectedtableThe Connected Table is among Feedspot’s top 20 food and beverage podcasts https://podcast.feedspot.com/food_and_beverage_podcasts/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). The Connected Table Podcast is also available on Talk 4 Media (www.talk4media.com), Talk 4 Podcasting (www.talk4podcasting.com), iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Pandora, Spotify, Audible, and over 100 other podcast outlets.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-connected-table-live--1277037/support.
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Oct 9, 2025 • 56min
Niccolò and Bernardo Barberani- 3rd Generation Vintners in Orvieto
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 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). The Connected Table Podcast is also available on Talk 4 Media (www.talk4media.com), Talk 4 Podcasting (www.talk4podcasting.com), iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Pandora, Spotify, Audible, and over 100 other podcast outlets.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-connected-table-live--1277037/support.
Oct 1, 2025 • 36min
12 White Wines under $10 -What We're Tasting from Trader Joe's
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). The Connected Table Podcast is also available on Talk 4 Media (www.talk4media.com), Talk 4 Podcasting (www.talk4podcasting.com), iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Pandora, Spotify, Audible, and over 100 other podcast outlets.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-connected-table-live--1277037/support.
Sep 24, 2025 • 48min
Maui Rising- Eat, Drink & Enjoy the Aloha Spirit
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 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). The Connected Table Podcast is also available on Talk 4 Media (www.talk4media.com), Talk 4 Podcasting (www.talk4podcasting.com), iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Pandora, Spotify, Audible, and over 100 other podcast outlets.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-connected-table-live--1277037/support.
Sep 17, 2025 • 50min
Talking Volcanic Wines with Master Sommelier John Szabo
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 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). The Connected Table Podcast is also available on Talk 4 Media (www.talk4media.com), Talk 4 Podcasting (www.talk4podcasting.com), iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Pandora, Spotify, Audible, and over 100 other podcast outlets.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-connected-table-live--1277037/support.
Sep 10, 2025 • 52min
Share Our Strength's Bill & Debbie Shore- 40 Years Fighting Hunger
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 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). The Connected Table Podcast is also available on Talk 4 Media (www.talk4media.com), Talk 4 Podcasting (www.talk4podcasting.com), iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Pandora, Spotify, Audible, and over 100 other podcast outlets.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-connected-table-live--1277037/support.
Sep 4, 2025 • 51min
Scacciadiavoli “Chase the Devil” – A Storied Montefalco Winery
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 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). The Connected Table Podcast is also available on Talk 4 Media (www.talk4media.com), Talk 4 Podcasting (www.talk4podcasting.com), iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Pandora, Spotify, Audible, and over 100 other podcast outlets.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-connected-table-live--1277037/support.
Aug 27, 2025 • 49min
Az. Ag. Bocale di Valentini- Three Generations in Montefalco
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 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). The Connected Table Podcast is also available on Talk 4 Media (www.talk4media.com), Talk 4 Podcasting (www.talk4podcasting.com), iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Pandora, Spotify, Audible, and over 100 other podcast outlets.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-connected-table-live--1277037/support.
Aug 20, 2025 • 31min
From a Prison to a Castle- Travels with Marchesi Frescobaldi in Tuscany
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 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). The Connected Table Podcast is also available on Talk 4 Media (www.talk4media.com), Talk 4 Podcasting (www.talk4podcasting.com), iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Pandora, Spotify, Audible, and over 100 other podcast outlets.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-connected-table-live--1277037/support.
Aug 13, 2025 • 45min
Decugnano Dei Barbi: A Pioneering Winery in Orvieto
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 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). The Connected Table Podcast is also available on Talk 4 Media (www.talk4media.com), Talk 4 Podcasting (www.talk4podcasting.com), iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Pandora, Spotify, Audible, and over 100 other podcast outlets.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-connected-table-live--1277037/support.
Aug 7, 2025 • 50min
Tasting Lacryma Christi Wines with Cantina del Vesuvio
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 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). The Connected Table Podcast is also available on Talk 4 Media (www.talk4media.com), Talk 4 Podcasting (www.talk4podcasting.com), iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Pandora, Spotify, Audible, and over 100 other podcast outlets.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-connected-table-live--1277037/support.
