History, Books & Wine Podcast
126 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 days ago - ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsRaising a glass to books and the past! 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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20th Century American Heiresses, London Society and Women's Rights with Harper St. George
April 23, 2024 04:00 - 30 minutes - 21.3 MBOn this episode we’re going to talk about Harper’s book The Stranger I Wed, American Heiresses, London Society and women’s rights. Paired with this episode: Harper: Pinot Noir Eliza: Bedlam, white blend, Black Ankle vineyard Harper's Book: The Stranger I Wed What Harper is Reading: Two Little Lies by Liz Carlyle Find Harper Online! Find links to Eliza's social media on her website and sign up for her newsletter! Eliza Knight Follow History, Books and Wine on Social Media! Facebook:...
Paris, Hollywood, and the Film Industry in the 1960s and 1970s with Joan Meyerson
April 16, 2024 04:00 - 27 minutes - 18.9 MBToday we're excited to have a guest joining us, author Joan Meyerson. On this episode, we're gonna talk about Paris, Hollywood, and the film industry in the 1960s and 1970s. Paired with this episode: Joan: Hemingway Martini Eliza: Pinot Grigio, Guiliano Rosati Joan's Book: Who Needs Paris? What Joan is Reading: Fairy Tale by Stephen King Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens Breakfast of Champions by Kurt Vonnegut Find links to Eliza's social media on her website and sign up for her ne...
Art Quilts & Asheville with Guest Author Marie Bostwick
April 09, 2024 04:00 - 32 minutes - 22.3 MBOn this episode we’re going to talk about Marie’s book Esme Cahill Fails Spectacularly, family history, art quilts and Asheville, North Carolina. Paired with this episode: Marie: Two fingerfuls of Macallen's 12 Scotch Eliza: Biltmore Estate red blend Marie's Book: Esme Cahill Fails Spectacularly What Marie is Reading: The Trouble with You by Ellen Feldman Let's Pretend This Will Work by Maddie Dawson Church History in Plain Language by Bruce Shelley Find Marie Online, including extras!...
French Cuisine, Good Luck Charms & Family Legacies with Rachel Linden
April 02, 2024 04:00 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MBOn this episode we’re going to talk about Rachel Linden’s book Recipe for a Charmed Life, French cuisine, good luck charms and family legacies. Paired with this episode: Rachel: Vino Verde, Portuguese wine Eliza: Fog and Light, Cabernet Sauvignon Rachel's Book: Recipe for a Charmed Life What Rachel is Reading: Hello Stranger, Katherine Center Find Rachel Online Find links to Eliza's social media on her website and sign up for her newsletter! Eliza Knight Follow History, Books and Wi...
Maria Carolina Charlotte--Sister to Marie Antoinette with Guest Diana Giovinazzo
March 26, 2024 04:00 - 29 minutes - 20.2 MBToday we’re excited to have a guest joining us – Diana Giovinazzo. On this episode we’re going to talk about Maria Carolina Charlotte–the sister of Marie Antoinette. Paired with this episode: Diana: A mocktail, using Martinelli's and strawberry Lori: Josh, Cabernet Sauvignon Eliza: Lexicon, Cabernet Sauvignon Diana's Book: Antoinette's Sister What Diana is Reading: Homecoming by Kate Morton The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a...
The Berlin Wall, the Cold War, and Code Breaking with Katherine Reay
March 19, 2024 06:00 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MBKatherine Reay chats with Eliza and Lori about cracking codes, the Berlin Wall and the Cold War. Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show? Email us! [email protected] Paired this episode with: Katherine: Lemon Tea - Opening up memories from wines past Lori: Black Cherry Polar Seltzer water - Members Mark Malbec Eliza: Coffee - Prisoner - Cabernet Sauvignon What Katherine is reading: The Feather Thief by Kirk Wallace Johnson The Booklovers L...
Book Release Party! Can't We Be Friends by Denny S. Bryce and Eliza Knight
March 12, 2024 04:00 - 37 minutes - 25.5 MBToday is a really exciting episode. We’ve mentioned today’s topic on previous podcasts, and now we get to actually celebrate, and that is the release of CAN’T WE BE FRIENDS: a novel of Ella Fitzgerald and Marilyn Monroe that I co-wrote with Denny S. Bryce. And on this episode we have Denny here to join in the celebration and to discuss the little known friendship between these two incredible women, Ella Fitzgeraland who was recognized as the premiere singer of her era with perfect pitch and ...
The San Francisco Earthquake and Chinese Antiques with Kate Quinn and Janie Chang
March 05, 2024 07:00 - 42 minutes - 28.9 MBKate Quinn and Janie Change chat with Eliza and Lori about the San Francisco earthquake of 1906 and two women from different backgrounds who are brought together by a railroad magnate and then again by a missing Chinese antique crown. Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show? Email us! [email protected] Paired this episode with: Kate: black coffee - Prosecco on Release Day Janie: coffee - Prosecco on Release Day Lori: Intrinsic, Cabernet Sauv...
19th Century Transatlantic Voyages and Criminal Investigations with Nev March
February 27, 2024 05:00 - 36 minutes - 25.4 MBToday we’re excited to have a guest joining us – Nev March. On this episode we’re going to talk about the nineteenth-century world of transatlantic voyages and criminal investigations. Paired with this episode: Nev: Water, has a few fav cocktails, but prefers to save calories for chocolate Lori & Eliza: Big Red Monster Cabernet Sauvignon Nev's Book: The Spanish Diplomat's Secret What Nev is Reading: Novels by Mary Westmacott aka Agatha Christie The Poet by Michael Connolly Have history,...
The Fortune Family and Their Journey Aboard the Titanic with Anna Lee Huber
February 20, 2024 07:00 - 25 minutes - 17.6 MBAnna Lee Huber shares her knowledge of the Fortune family and their journey on the ill-fated maiden voyage of the Titanic. Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show? Email us! [email protected] Paired this episode with: Anna: Pacific Rim, Riesling Lori: Imagery, Cabernet Sauvignon Eliza: Director's Cut: Lapis Luna, Cabernet Sauvignon What Anna is reading: Play the Fool by Lina Chern The Last Hope by Susan Elia MacNeil Anna's book: Sisters...
The Jewish Autonomous Region with Guest Author Alina Adams
February 13, 2024 05:00 - 38 minutes - 26.6 MBToday we’re excited to have a guest joining us – Alina Adams. On this episode we’re going to talk about Birobidzhan, the world's first Jewish Autonomous Region, shining a light on an aspect of Jewish and Soviet history very few know anything about. Paired with this episode: Alina: Tea but in the evening will have vodka Lori: Tazo Tea but in the evening will have a Josh cab sauv Eliza: Elizabeth Spencer Cabernet Sauvignon Alina's Book: My Mother's Secret What Alina is Reading: Muppets in ...
Fun Facts About the Medieval World with Kathryn Le Veque
February 06, 2024 07:00 - 32 minutes - 22.6 MBKathryn Le Veque shares her knowledge of medieval England and her sweeping romance novels that span generations. Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show? Email us! [email protected] Paired this episode with: Kathryn: Sparkling Water Lori: Yogi - Bedtime Tea & M Malbec from Argentina Eliza: Director's Cut: Water & Hilltop - J Lohr Cabernet Sauvignon What Kathryn is reading: House of Dreams by Pauline Gedge Kathryn's book: Lion of Hearts O...
The Romance of Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip
January 30, 2024 05:00 - 23 minutes - 16.2 MBOn today's episode, we're sharing with you a bit of history about the romance between Queen Elizabeth the II and Prince Philip so let’s pour a glass of vino and dive into this royal past. Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show? Email us! [email protected] Paired this episode with: Lori: Red Blend -- Hot to Trot, Fourteen Hands Eliza: The Critic, Cab Saul What Eliza is reading: Fourth Wing: https://amzn.to/48qEgV0 Iron Flame: https://amzn....
Pretty Evil New York with Elizabeth Kerri Mahon
January 23, 2024 07:00 - 32 minutes - 22.2 MBElizabeth Kerri Mahon shares her knowledge of infamous women in history in the Empire State (New York.) Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show? Email us! [email protected] Paired this episode with: Elizabeth: Water/French 75 Lori: Uppercut: Cabernet Sauvignon Eliza: Director's Cut: Cabernet Sauvignon What Elizabeth is reading: Desperate Romantics: The Private Lives of the Pre-Raphaelites Elizabeth's book: Pretty Evil New York: True Stori...
Famous Dance Partners Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers with Holley Snaith
January 16, 2024 05:00 - 35 minutes - 24.7 MBToday we’re excited to have a guest joining us – Holley Snaith. On this episode we’re going to talk about famous dance partners Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers. Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show? Email us! [email protected] Paired this episode with: Holley: Biltmore Estate Riesling (Also loves the Ginger Rogers Cocktail) Lori: Red Blend -- Hot to Trot, Fourteen Hands Eliza: Aperol Spritz What Holley is reading: Growing Up Roosevelt b...
The Perilous Politics of the American Revolution with Eli Merritt
January 09, 2024 07:00 - 31 minutes - 21.7 MBEli shares the perilous politics surrounding the founding of the United States during and after the American Revolution. Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show? Email us! [email protected] Paired this episode with: Eli: Ginger Turmeric Tea/Pinot Grigio or Zinfindel Lori: Positive Energy Tea/Imagery: Cabernet Sauvignon Eliza: Water/Silver Palm, Cabernet Sauvignon What Eli is reading: How We Win the Civil War by Steve Phillips Eli's book: ...
Ancient Artifacts and Women's Suffrage with Evie Dunmore
January 02, 2024 05:00 - 27 minutes - 18.7 MBToday we’re excited to have a guest joining us – Evie Dunmore. On this episode we’re going to talk about ancient artifacts and women’s suffrage. Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show? Email us! [email protected] Paired this episode with: Evie: Water in a martini glass, but loves champagne Lori: Bodega San Telmo, Malbec Eliza: Intrinsic, Cab Sauv What Evie is reading: If I Loved You Less by Aamna Qureshi (not out yet in the USA) The Wake...
The Women of Troy with A.D. Rhine
December 19, 2023 05:00 - 28 minutes - 19.3 MBToday we’re excited to have two guests joining us – Ashlee and Danielle, who write together as AD Rhine. On this episode we’re going to talk about the women of Troy, and the epic Trojan War. Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show? Email us! [email protected] Paired this episode with: Ashlee: Earl Gray Tea but loves Malbec Danielle: Quinta das Carvalhas Port Lori: Josh, Cab Sauv Eliza: Ancient Roots Red Blend What Ashlee and Danielle are ...
Post WWII New York City, Holocaust Survivors and the Ballet with Martha Anne Toll
December 12, 2023 05:00 - 29 minutes - 20.1 MBOn this episode we’re going to talk about post WWII New York, survivors of the holocaust and the ballet with guest author Martha Anne Toll. Paired this episode with: Martha: Coffee Lori: Storypoint Cabernet Sauvignon Eliza: J. Lohr Cabernet Sauvignon What Martha is reading: Transplant by Bernadine Watson The Extraordinary Life of an Ordinary Man by Paul Newman The Boy from Kyiv by Marina Harss Girlz 'n the Hood by Mary Hill-Wagner Tell Me One Thing by Kerri Schlottman American Arcadia by ...
Nineteenth Century and Post World War II in Paris with Aimie K. Runyan
December 05, 2023 07:00 - 28 minutes - 19.5 MBAimie shares her knowledge of nineteenth century and post World War II Paris. Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show? Email us! [email protected] Paired this episode with: Aimie: Cognac Lori: Method: Cabernet Sauvignon Eliza: LaMarca Prosecco from Italy What Aimie is reading: The Spectacular by Fiona Davis The Midnight Library by Matt Haig Aimie's book: A Bakery in Paris Our Websites-- find our links to social media on our websites and...
Sixteenth Century Scotland, Harvest Festivals, and Warring Clans with E. Elizabeth Watson
November 28, 2023 07:00 - 28 minutes - 19.3 MBE. Elizabeth Watson shares her knowledge of sixteenth century Scotland, harvest festivals, and warring Highland clans. Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show? Email us! [email protected] Paired this episode with: Elizabeth: Starborough: Sauvignon Blac Lori: McClellan whisky Eliza: Intrinsic What Elizabeth is reading: The Irish Castle by Juliet Gauvin Stitches and Witches by Nancy Warren Elizabeth's book: A Highland Rogue to Ruin Ou...
Elizabeth II's Service During WWII
November 21, 2023 16:00 - 21 minutes - 14.8 MBOn today's happy hour, Eliza discusses the fascinating history behind Queen Elizabeth II’s service during WWII. Paired this episode with: Lori: Francis Coppola: Diamond Collection: Merlot Eliza: Intrinsic Cabernet Sauvignon What Eliza is reading: Starling House by Alix Harrow Eliza's Book: The Queen's Faithful Companion Our Websites-- find our links to social media on our websites and sign up for our newsletters! Lori Ann Bailey Eliza Knight Follow History, Books and Wine on Socia...
How Madame Pommery Changed the Champagne Industry with Rebecca Rosenberg
November 14, 2023 07:00 - 28 minutes - 19.9 MBRebecca shares the legacy of a mother and widow, who against monumental odds, changed the champagne industry. Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show? Email us! [email protected] Paired this episode with: Rebecca: Pommery Champagne Lori: Yuengling Lager Eliza: Josh, Red Blend Legacy What Rebecca is reading: Starring Adele Astaire by Eliza Knight Highland Deception by Lori Ann Bailey What Eliza is reading: Atomic Habits by James Clear The...
Women in the Medical Field in the 20th Century with Janis Daly
November 07, 2023 05:00 - 23 minutes - 16.2 MBOn this episode we’re going to talk about “New Women” of the 20th century who were educated, career-minded and independent, and in particular women in the medical field with guest author Janis Daly. Paired this episode with: Janis: Unlocked Dream Signature Cocktail (https://janisrdaly.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/The-Unlocked-Path_Book-Club-Kit_OCT-2022.pdf) Lori: The Arsonist Eliza: Little Ditty Macabeo What Janis is reading: A Whaler at Twilight by Alexander R. Brash Crow Mary by K...
Haunted History Happy Hour - Gettysburg and Myrtles Plantation
October 31, 2023 06:00 - 30 minutes - 20.9 MBJoin Eliza and Lori as we dive into two of the most haunted destinations in the United States, Gettysburg and the Myrtles Plantation. Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show? Email us! [email protected] Paired this episode with: Eliza: Butter - Cabernet Sauvignon Lori: Bread & Butter - Pinot Noir What Eliza read: The Disappearance of Astrid Bricard by Natasha Lester What Lori read: The Roommate by Rosie Danan Our Websites-- find our link...
Anne Bolyen and Elizabeth I, the Mother and Daughter Who Forever Changed British History with Guest Tracy Borman
October 24, 2023 04:00 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MBJoining us on this episode is England’s joint Chief Curator of Historic Royal Palaces and Chief Executive of the Heritage Education Trust, and acclaimed author Tracy Borman for a happy hour chat about Anne Boleyn and Elizabeth I, the mother and daughter who forever changed British history. Paired this episode with: Tracy: Chateau de Tracy, Sauvignon Blanc (but loves an Aperol Spritz!) Lori: Imagery Cabernet Sauvignon Eliza: Diving Pondering Pinot Noir What Tracy is reading: The Marriage...
Anne Boleyn and Elizabeth I, the Mother and Daughter Who Forever Changed British History with Guest Tracy Borman
October 24, 2023 04:00 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MBJoining us on this episode is England’s joint Chief Curator of Historic Royal Palaces and Chief Executive of the Heritage Education Trust, and acclaimed author Tracy Borman for a happy hour chat about Anne Boleyn and Elizabeth I, the mother and daughter who forever changed British history. Paired this episode with: Tracy: Chateau de Tracy, Sauvignon Blanc (but loves an Aperol Spritz!) Lori: Imagery Cabernet Sauvignon Eliza: Diving Pondering Pinot Noir What Tracy is reading: The Marriage...
Gobekli Tepe: The World's Oldest Temple
October 17, 2023 06:00 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MBJoin Eliza and Lori as we discuss on of the places on Lori's Historical Holiday Bucket List: Gobekli Tepe. Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show? Email us! [email protected] Paired this episode with: Eliza: Oblivion, Cabernet Sauvignon Lori: Alamos, Malbec What Lori read: Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver Our Websites-- find our links to social media on our websites and sign up for our newsletters! Lori Ann Bailey Eliza Knight ...
Italian Renaissance, Art, and Murder with Rob Samborn
October 10, 2023 04:00 - 28 minutes - 19.7 MBOn this episode we’re going to talk about Italy, the Italian Renaissance, art and a historical murder with guest author Rob Samborn. Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show? Email us! [email protected] Paired this episode with: Rob: Artiste, Eyes Wide Shut Lori: Fabbioli Reserve Cabernet Franc Eliza: Oblivion, Cabernet Sauvignon What Rob is reading: The Avignon Affair by Gary McAvoy The Lost Apothecary by Sarah Penner Rob's book: The Pris...
Designer Dresses, Historical Conservation, and Speakeasies with Noelle Salazar
October 03, 2023 06:00 - 26 minutes - 18.1 MBNoelle takes us back into the roaring twenties to discuss fashion design conservation of historic costumes. Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show? Email us! [email protected] Paired this episode with: Noelle: Water Lori: Fabbioli Cultivator Eliza: Butter Cabernet Sauvignon What Noelle is reading: Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt The Gunkle by Stephen Rowley Shelley's book: The Roarin...
Art Theft, Forgery and Restoration During WWII with Bryn Turnbull
September 26, 2023 04:00 - 28 minutes - 19.5 MBOn this episode we’re going to talk about art theft, art forgery and art restoration in Nazi-occupied Paris during WWII with guest author, Bryn Turnbull. Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show? Email us! [email protected] Paired this episode with: Bryn: Cote de Rose Lori: Trivento Malbec Reserve Eliza: Perrier-Jouet Grand Brut Champagne What Bryn is reading: Mystique Island by Sarah McCoy Bryn's book: The Paris Deception Our Websites--...
The Librarians Who Protected Books During WWII with Madeline Martin
September 19, 2023 04:00 - 27 minutes - 19.2 MBOn this episode we’re going to talk about librarians who tried to protect banned books and ordinary people facing extraordinary circumstances during World War II with guest author, Madeline Martin. Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show? Email us! [email protected] Paired this episode with: Madeline & Eliza: Klinker Brick Winery Cabernet Sauvignon Lori: Menage a Trois Lucious Pinot Noir What Madeline is reading: Starring Adele Astaire by E...
The 1930s Jazz Era to the Great Depression and Civil Rights Movement With Monica Chenault-Kilgore
September 12, 2023 04:00 - 28 minutes - 19.9 MBOn this episode we’re going to talk about the jazz era in Cincinnati and Chicago, the Great Depression and the Civil Rights movement with Monica Chenault-Kilgore, author of Long Gone, Come Home. Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show? Email us! [email protected] Paired this episode with: Monica: Southside Cocktail Lori: Kenwood Cabernet Sauvignon Eliza: The Beach, rose What Monica is reading: Take My Hand by Dolan Perkins-Valdez Black Can...
Fun Facts About Yellowstone National Park and the Irish Prison, Kilmainham
September 05, 2023 06:00 - 36 minutes - 25.2 MBJoin Eliza and Lori on our season three opener where we share five fun facts about the historic places we visited this summer, Yellowstone National Park and the Irish prison Kilmainham. Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show? Email us! [email protected] Paired this episode with: Eliza: Butter: Cabernet Sauvignon and Whispering Angel: Rose Lori: Josh: Cabernet Sauvignon, Kirkland: Cabernet Sauvignon, and Menage a Trois: Sultry Read What Eli...
Starring Adele Astaire Release Party and Fun Facts!
June 06, 2023 04:00 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MBToday we’re excited to be hearing from our very own, Eliza Knight as we celebrate the release of Starring Adele Astaire. On this episode we’re going to talk about the legendary starlet of the stage, Adele Astaire. Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show? Email us! [email protected] Paired this episode with: Lori: Ruffino Prosecco Eliza: La Marca Prosecco What Eliza and Lori are reading: It's One of Us by J.T. Ellison Eliza's book: Starri...
Our Favorite Period Historicals Happy Hour with Guests Madeline Martin and Brenna Ash
May 30, 2023 06:00 - 25 minutes - 17.7 MBJoin Eliza and Lori on our annual retreat with Brenna and Madeline as we discuss what we love about our favorite historical dramas. Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show? Email us! [email protected] Paired this episode with: Eliza: Worthy Cabernet Sauvignon Lori & Madeline: Meiomi Pinot Noir Brenna: Cavit Pinot Grigio What Lori is reading: One of Us is Dead by Jeneva Rose Our Books: Madeline: The Keeper of Hidden Books Brenna: A Warrior...
Historian and Writer Holley Snaith Chats With Us About Marilyn Monroe
May 23, 2023 04:00 - 32 minutes - 22.4 MBWe’re excited to have a guest historian and writer joining us – Holley Snaith. On this episode we’re going to talk about the legendary silver screen star, Marilyn Monroe. From Holley's article Marilyn Monroe Gets Down to Business in American Heritage, Marilyn Monroe is known for being: The world’s most prominent actress (who) risked her career by standing up to one of Hollywood’s mega-studios, proving that behind the beauty was also a very savvy businesswoman. Pour a glass of vino and join ...
A Glimpse Into the Life of the Tiffany Girls with Guest, Shelley Noble
May 16, 2023 06:00 - 24 minutes - 16.8 MBShelley Noble takes us on a journey into the Tiffany glass factory in New York. Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show? Email us! [email protected] Paired this episode with: Shelley: Seltzer - RP Sancerre - Sauvignon Blanc Lori: Fabbioli Reserve Cabernet Franc Eliza: The Fableist Tempranillo What Shelley is reading: Free Thinker by Kimberly A. Hamlin Library of Legends by Janie Chang Shelley's book: The Tiffany Girls Our Websites-- fin...
Archeology, Cowboys and Highlanders with E. Elizabeth Watson
May 09, 2023 06:00 - 26 minutes - 17.9 MBE. Elizabeth Watson joins Eliza and Lori for a chat about archeology, cowboys and highlanders. Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show? Email us! [email protected] Paired this episode with: Elizabeth: Scout Wild - Sauvignon Blanc Lori: Robert Mondavi Cabernet Sauvignon Eliza: Menage a Trois – Midnight What Elizabeth is reading: Romance of a Robbery by Ellie St. Claire The Vampire Knitting Club by Nancy Warren Catherine, Called Birdy by Kar...
Stephanie Dray Discusses The Women of Chateau Lafeyette
May 02, 2023 04:00 - 37 minutes - 25.9 MBToday we’re excited to have a guest joining us – Stephanie Dray. On this episode we’re going to talk about the Chateau Lafeyette in France and the many generations of women and activities that went on there. Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show? Email us! [email protected] Paired this episode with: Stephanie: For Bitter For Worse, Saskatoon - Faux Wine Lori: Juggernaut, Cabernet Eliza: Amore Red Blend What Stephanie is reading: It Can'...
Food Rationing During WWII And Digging for Victory
April 25, 2023 04:00 - 24 minutes - 17.2 MBOn this episode we're sharing with you a bit of history about food rationing during WWII and digging for victory -– we’re excited to share, so pour a glass of vino and let’s dive into the past. Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show? Email us! [email protected] Paired this episode with: Eliza – Nightfall, a Monastrell, Spain Lori – Cavit - Pinot Grigio What Eliza is reading: The Last Mrs. Parish by Live Constantine Eliza's book: Starring...
Secret Pro-Abolitionist Meetings, Regency High Jinks and Love Matches with Vanessa Riley
April 18, 2023 06:00 - 28 minutes - 19.3 MBVanessa Riley joins Eliza and Lori for a chat about the Regency Era. Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show? Email us! [email protected] Paired this episode with: Vanessa: Iced Americana - Hazelnut Infused Coffee with Fat-Free Milk Lori: Josh Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon Eliza: Newton Skyside Cabernet Sauvignon What Vanessa is reading: Spare by Prince Harry The Duke of Sussex Vanessa's book: Murder in Westminster Our Websites-- find our l...
The Rat Pack - Singers/Performers/Actors Who Entertained a Generation
April 11, 2023 06:00 - 28 minutes - 19.8 MBThe Rat Pack was a group of singers/performers/comedians from the 1950s and 60s. They had a fondness for martinis and were good friends and often partied together with other entertainment stars. Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show? Email us! [email protected] Paired this episode with: Lori: Kenwood Cabernet Sauvignon Eliza: Butter Chardonnay What Lori is reading: The Paris Apartment by Lucy Foley Lori's book: Surrender of a Highland S...
Queen Elizabeth's Coronation with Guest Author Jennifer Robson
April 04, 2023 04:00 - 59 minutes - 41.1 MBJennifer Robson, author of CORONATION YEAR joins us for a happy hour chat about Queen Elizabeth II's coronation. Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show? Email us! [email protected] Paired this episode with: Jennifer: Boulevardier cocktail Lori: Francis Cupola Diamond Collection Merlot Eliza: Lemon Ginger Tea What Jennifer is reading: The Cuban Heiress by Chanel Cleeton Starring Adele Astaire by Eliza Knight Jennifer's book: Coronation Ye...
Speakeasies and the Prohibition Era
March 28, 2023 04:00 - 23 minutes - 16.2 MBJoin us for a fun happy hour chat about speakeasies and the prohibition era in the U.S. Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show? Email us! [email protected] Paired this episode with: Eliza: Newton Skyside 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon Lori: Ruffino Prosecco Rose What Eliza is reading: The House of Eve by Sadeqa Johnson Eliza's book: Starring Adele Astaire Our Websites-- find our links to social media on our websites and sign up for our newslet...
Mary Wollstonecraft and Mary Shelley with Stephanie Marie Thornton
March 21, 2023 06:00 - 31 minutes - 21.9 MBStephanie Marie Thornton joins Eliza and Lori for a chat about the revolutionary mother, Mary Wollstonecraft and her famous daughter, Mary Shelley . Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show? Email us! [email protected] Paired this episode with: Stephanie: Gingerbread Chai but will be having Chianti with dinner Lori: Francis Copula Diamond Collection Merlot Eliza: Bourbon Barrell Chardonnay - Berringer Brothers What Stephanie is reading: The...
The Titanic: The Millionaire's Ship and How It Sank
March 14, 2023 06:00 - 35 minutes - 24.6 MBApril 15, 1912, the Titanic sank in 180 minutes. Learn about the tragedy and discover what triggered the awful events of that fateful night. Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show? Email us! [email protected] Paired this episode with: Lori: Kenwood Merlot Eliza: Mer Soleil Pinot Noir What Lori is reading: It Ends with Us by Colleen Hoover Lori's book: To Covet a Highland Criminal Sources: https://titanicpigeonforge.com/ https://www.bri...
Frank Sinatra and Ava Gardner with Guest Heather Webb
March 07, 2023 05:00 - 24 minutes - 17.2 MBJoin us today with guest author Heather Webb as she shares some fun facts about Frank Sinatra and Ava Gardner! Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show? Email us! [email protected] Paired this episode with: Heather: Dry Bordeaux and Platinum Jubilee Tea Lori: Daou 2020 Cabernet Sauvignon Eliza: 2017 Los Vascos Cabernet Sauvignon What Heather is reading: Reef Road by Deborah Goodrich Royce Heather's book: Strangers in the Night Our Website...
The Astaires: The Dynamic Brother and Sister Dance Stars
February 28, 2023 05:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MBToday I’m going to be sharing with you a bit of history about Fred and Adele Astaire, the famous dancing siblings. Before Fred was paired with Ginger Rogers, he was dancing on stage with his older and more famous sister. What are we drinking? Eliza – Simply Cabernet Sauvignon from Washington State Lori – Ruffino Prosecco Rose D.O.C. Sparkling Wine What is Eliza reading? Such a Quiet Place by Megan Miranda A book written by Eliza: Starring Adele Astaire Our Websites-- find our links...
Early Twentieth Century Singapore with Alison Stuart
February 21, 2023 07:00 - 32 minutes - 22.4 MBAlison Stuart joins us to talk about Singaporean culture in the early twentieth century and drawing character inspiration from real life people. Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show? Email us! [email protected] Paired this episode with: Alison: Tea Lori: Hot water with Lemon and Honey Eliza: Fabbioli Chardonnay What Alison is reading: The Ian Rutledge Series (1st book linked) by Charles Todd Alison's book: The Homecoming Our Websites...