Latest Distillation Podcast Episodes
Whisky Rising: a chat with author Stefan VanEycken (ep. 74)
Japan Distilled - March 28, 2024 08:34 - 40 minutes ★★★★★ - 54 ratingsIn episode 74 our host Stephen Lyman sits down with author of Whisky Rising, Stefan VanEycken in Tokyo. They discuss Stefan's whisky journey, his book, and the state of Japanese whisky in 2024.
Award Winning Aloha Whisky Bar: a chat with David Tsujimoto (ep. 73)
Japan Distilled - March 14, 2024 03:32 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 54 ratingsIn episode 73 our host Stephen Lyman visits Aloha Whisky Bar in the Ikebukuro neighborhood of Tokyo. He and owner David Tsujimoto talk whisky discovery, the journey to bar ownership, and the state of Japanese whisky in 2024.
Diana Pinzón - Defense of Endemic Agave in Mexico - Questions for California Agave Council
Maestros del Mezcal Podcast - February 24, 2024 16:47 - 43 minutes ★★★★★ - 38 ratingsWe interview Diana Pinzón, a biologist, conservationist and co-founder of Zinacantan mezcal. Diana poses 10 questions for the California Agave Council and expresses her concern for protecting endemic agave in Mexico and the bio-cultural heritage they represent.
70: Essential Oils vs Fragrance Oils - What is the Difference?
Aromatic Wisdom™ Podcast with Liz Fulcher - February 22, 2024 11:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 115 ratingsSummary In this episode, Liz uncovers the differences between two aromatic wonders; essential oils and fragrance oils, and takes a side-by-side look at the definition, production method, uses, and safety considerations for each. What You Will Learn in Episode #70: A comprehensive comparison ...
Koji and Agave Spirits: a chat with Emma Janzen on these beautiful traditions (ep. 71)
Japan Distilled - January 26, 2024 01:13 - 59 minutes ★★★★★ - 54 ratingsIn episode 71 our host Stephen Lyman is joined by James Beard Award Winning Author and Journalist, Emma Janzen to talk about the similarities, differences, histories, and culture behind two of the world's most fascinating indigenous spirits traditions: agave spirits and koji spirits.
69: How to Choose Your Guiding Theme for an Intentional Year
Aromatic Wisdom™ Podcast with Liz Fulcher - January 11, 2024 12:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 115 ratingsA Step-by-Step Guide to Discovering Your Guiding Theme for Personal and Professional Growth in 2024 or anytime you start with a "clean slate" What You'll Hear in Episode #69 Liz realizes this is the 10th year of the Aromatic Wisdom podcast and shares her journey of starting the podcast as a n...
The Great Espadin Investigation - Part 2 - Genetics - Dr. Jorge Nieto Sotelo
Maestros del Mezcal Podcast - January 05, 2024 13:33 - 42 minutes ★★★★★ - 38 ratingsWe continue our investgation into the plant known as Espadin in Oaxaca; This time following genetic trail. Dr. Jorge Nieto Sotelo from UNAM in Mexico City talks to us about Agave angustifolia and it's possible origins among other things.
Mezcal and Cheese, a Great Pairing - with Cheesemonger Julia Gross.
Maestros del Mezcal Podcast - December 16, 2023 16:34 - 55 minutes ★★★★★ - 38 ratingsRecorded sometime in 2022 - we finally edited this interview / tasting we did with professional cheesemonger, Julia Gross. Some fun and insightful stuff about cheese and mezcal pairing in general.
Succession Challenge(s): how to pass the baton (ep. 70)
Japan Distilled - December 14, 2023 01:04 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 54 ratingsIn episode 70, Stephen reflects on succession challenges in small family distilleries on his first solo podcast for Japan Distilled.
The Great Espadin Investigation - Part 1
Maestros del Mezcal Podcast - December 12, 2023 15:07 - 19 minutes ★★★★★ - 38 ratingsWe begin to research the origins of the plant known as "Espadin" in Oaxaca.
68: How Does Your Life Smell?
Aromatic Wisdom™ Podcast with Liz Fulcher - November 17, 2023 05:00 - 16 minutes ★★★★★ - 115 ratingsIn this episode of the Aromatic Wisdom Podcast, host Liz Fulcher takes a departure from her usual aromatherapy discussions to read from a favorite book, "Until Today" by Iyanla Vanzant. The excerpt, "I'm willing to acknowledge there are things in my life that do not smell quite right," prompts...
Imbibe in Kyushu: Interview with Paul Clarke (ep. 69)
Japan Distilled - November 15, 2023 14:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 54 ratingsIn episode 69, Stephen chats with editor in chief of Imbibe Magazine, Paul Clarke, toward the end of their Imbibe in Kyushu Distillery Tour.
67: Essential Oils for Autumn - Ten Cozy Scents of the Season for your Diffuser!
Aromatic Wisdom™ Podcast with Liz Fulcher - October 26, 2023 16:00 - 17 minutes ★★★★★ - 115 ratingsSummary What You Will Hear in Episode 67 Ten of Liz's Favorite Essential Oils for Fall Suggested Combinations for your Diffuser Suggestions for making your own blends Smell My Life: Something bit Liz's toe! Links and Resources: ASAKUKI 500 mL - my favorite essential oil diffuser EQUS...
Mizu Shochu: Japan's 1st Export Brand (ep. 67)
Japan Distilled - October 17, 2023 14:00 - 55 minutes ★★★★★ - 54 ratingsIn episode 67, Stephen delves into the origins of Mizu Shochu with founder, Jesse Falowitz. Believed to be the 1st shochu ever developed specifically for the export market, Mizu has been a trendsetter for over a decade now.
Hablamos con Raul Chavez, un Agricultor de Agave en California
Maestros del Mezcal Podcast - October 16, 2023 20:17 - 7 minutes ★★★★★ - 38 ratingsHablamos con Raul Chavez, un Agricultor de Agave en California
Craig Reynolds of the California Agave Council
Maestros del Mezcal Podcast - October 09, 2023 15:09 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 38 ratingsA conversation with Craig Reynolds of the California Agave Council
66: What is an Essential Oil Chemotype?
Aromatic Wisdom™ Podcast with Liz Fulcher - September 28, 2023 15:00 - 16 minutes ★★★★★ - 115 ratingsWhat You Will Hear in Episode 66: Definition of essential oil chemotype Examples of plants with different chemotypes Importance of understanding chemotypes for blending and therapeutic applications Factors that influence chemotypes GC/MS testing and chemotypes Safety and efficacy conside...
Yabai Chuhai & Wild Skateboards: interview with Jason Rogers (ep. 66)
Japan Distilled - September 27, 2023 19:15 - 40 minutes ★★★★★ - 54 ratingsIn episode 66, Stephen chats with former professional skateboarder Jason Rogers, founder of Yabai Chuhai.
The Importance of Words in Preserving Traditional Mezcal
Maestros del Mezcal Podcast - September 13, 2023 14:33 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 38 ratingsOur new host Vinik Jure and Rion Toal talk about the importance of words when it comes to the preservation of traditional mezcal.
Going Deep Inside the Pot Still (ep. 65)
Japan Distilled - September 13, 2023 00:20 - 44 minutes ★★★★★ - 54 ratingsIn episode 65 of the Japan Distilled podcast, we discuss something that is often overlooked in discussions of distilled spirits production. What's happening inside the pot still?
65: Poison Ivy Relief with Essential Oils and Hydrosols
Aromatic Wisdom™ Podcast with Liz Fulcher - August 24, 2023 14:00 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 115 ratingsIn today's episode I talk about my encounter with a patch of poison ivy, the reaction my skin had and the remedies I used to heal! What You Will Hear in Episode 65: How I got into poison ivy and the reaction to my skin What is poison ivy and why do we get a reaction when we touch it My IMMEDI...
Denver Distillery Interview: makers of Kasutori Imo Shochu (ep. 64)
Japan Distilled - August 23, 2023 14:00 - 42 minutes ★★★★★ - 54 ratingsIn episode 64, Stephen takes the show on the road and interviews Chris Anderson-Tarver of Denver Distillery in Colorado.
Kampai Planet visits Japan Distilled (ep. 63)
Japan Distilled - August 11, 2023 09:41 - 43 minutes ★★★★★ - 54 ratingsIn episode 63, Christopher Pellegrini takes the interviewer's chair as he welcomes his friend and fellow Tokyo Swallows fan, Mac Salman of Kanpai Planet.
64: Scope of Practice in Aromatherapy: What is it and Why is it Important?
Aromatic Wisdom™ Podcast with Liz Fulcher - July 20, 2023 11:00 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 115 ratingsToday's episode is an important one as we dive into the meaning of "Scope of Practice" for those who work with essential oils and how we can provide effective and responsible care while staying within our area of expertise. By adhering to the boundaries of your personal and professional qualific...
Sanwa Shurui: The World's Greatest Spirits Maker Nobody's Ever Heard Of? (ep. 62)
Japan Distilled - July 19, 2023 04:57 - 42 minutes ★★★★★ - 54 ratingsIn episode 62, our hosts dive into our 2nd ever shochu distillery profile. This one for Sanwa Shurui, makers of iichiko shochu.
63: Essential Oil Plant Families: A Guide to Aromatherapy's Building Blocks
Aromatic Wisdom™ Podcast with Liz Fulcher - June 29, 2023 15:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 115 ratingsJoin Liz as she takes you on a journey into the enchanting and diverse world of essential oil plant families. What You Will Hear in Episode 63: What is a plant family? What quantifies a plant to be included in a specific botanical family? Examples of human families vs plant families Why yo...
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