Latest Margaritas Podcast Episodes
From bottle to liquid with Jon Bullinger of YeYo Tequila
The Tequila Tester - January 12, 2021 21:55 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 25 ratings*** WE APOLOGIZE IN ADVANCE FOR THE POOR AUDIO, THE CONTENT IS GOOD SO WE TRIED TO CLEAN IT UP AS BEST AS POSSIBLE AND RELEASED IT **** Jon Bullinger with YeYo tequila discusses goes into extensive details the time and effort putting into everything from the bottle design, packaging and then t...
Drinking and discussing Volcan De Mi Tierra tequila with Aubrey West
The Tequila Tester - December 22, 2020 23:58 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 25 ratingsAubrey West, brand ambassador with Volcan De Mi Tierra tequila joins us to talk tequila and about the brand. While he discuss the history, bottle design and other interesting facts, we drink their blanco, brand new reposado and Cristalino Añejo tequila. Tequila Tester - http://TequilaTester....
Things get heated as we talk to Neil Grosscup of Tanteo Tequila
The Tequila Tester - December 07, 2020 10:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 25 ratingsNeil Grosscup of Tanteo Tequila joins us to talk about their lineup of fiery tequilas. We discuss how they came up with their infusions as we taste their jalapeño, habanero, chipotle and blanco tequila. Find out our thoughts on sipping this tequila neat and putting it in a cocktail. Mezcal Fo...
Logical Fallacies ( with Derek Green)
Sit Still, Look Opinionated. - December 04, 2020 11:00 - 1 hourClaire dives deep into the ideologies behind logical fallacies with Philosophy Lecturer, Derek Green. Accompanied, as always, by this week's headlines.
The Economy (with Angus MacIntyre)
Sit Still, Look Opinionated. - November 27, 2020 11:00 - 37 minutesClaire does a deep dive into the economy. Sort of. In this week's episode, we focus on how it is one measure's the economy. As always, this week's headlines. An interview with MBA Student at Darden School of Business, Angus MacIntyre.
Perfecting blanco tequila with Eduardo “Lalo” González of Lalo Tequila
The Tequila Tester - November 23, 2020 14:02 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 25 ratingsEduardo “Lalo” González discusses his families legacy in tequila including his grandfather Don Julio. We talk about why they choose to focus on producing the best blanco possible. We taste Lalo Tequila and talk about the processes and flavor profile. Mezcal For Life - http://MezcalForLife.com...
Pandemics/COVID Update (with Andrew Kishuni)
Sit Still, Look Opinionated. - November 20, 2020 11:00 - 1 hourClaire gives an update on what's new in the world of COVID, as well as a reminder of the basics. Claire also does a semi-deep dive into previous pandemics in history. As always, this week's headlines. Then, interview with Infectious Disease and Modern Pandemic historian, Andrew Kishuni.
World class extra anejo, Tears of Llorona, with master distiller Germán González
The Tequila Tester - November 13, 2020 16:02 - 12 minutes ★★★★★ - 25 ratingsWe speak with master distiller Germán González the master distiller behind Tears of Llorona. This tequila is aged in scotch, sherry, and brandy barrels and is considered one of the top extra anejo tequilas available. We discuss his family history, how he got into tequila and blending processes w...
Planned Parenthood (with Emily Womeldorff and Ixya Vega)
Sit Still, Look Opinionated. - November 13, 2020 11:00 - 48 minutesClaire does a deep dive into Planned Parenthood. What exactly is Planned Parenthood? What does it do besides abortions? Why is it controversial? As always, this week's headlines. Interview with West Virginia Field Organizers Emily Womeldorff and Ixya Vega.
Blue Shift (and Voting)
Sit Still, Look Opinionated. - October 30, 2020 10:00 - 22 minutesClaire does a deep dive on a blue shift. What is a blue shift? How does it affect this election? What do we need to know? As always, this week's headlines. And finally, we listen back to our very first deep dive on voting.
Conversations on RBG (with Patty Farless)
Sit Still, Look Opinionated. - October 23, 2020 10:00 - 59 minutesClaire engages in an extended discussion on RBG and the importance of her seat with Professor of American History, Patty Farless.
RBG (with Caroline English)
Sit Still, Look Opinionated. - October 16, 2020 10:00 - 53 minutesClaire does a deep dive on Ruth Bader Ginsberg. What made her an icon? What is the importance of her seat? Where do we go from here? As always, this week's headlines. Interview with history teacher, Caroline English
Trump V. Biden
Sit Still, Look Opinionated. - October 09, 2020 10:00 - 54 minutesClaire does a deep dive into Trump and Biden's platforms, controversies, and VP picks. And as always this week's headlines.
Statues (with Darrel Proffitt)
Sit Still, Look Opinionated. - October 02, 2020 10:00 - 1 hourClaire does a deep dive into statues. Why are they suddenly controversial? What does history say about why we erect statues? Are confederate statues racist? As always, this week's headlines. A visit from forest royalty. Interview with priest and historian, Darrel Proffitt.
Voter Suppression (with Delilah Agho-Otoghile)
Sit Still, Look Opinionated. - September 25, 2020 10:00 - 52 minutesThis week Claire does a deep dive into Voter Suppression. What exactly is voter suppression? Where did it start? Where do we see it today? As always, this week's headlines. Interview with National Field Director for Win Justice and Co-founder of VoteSimple, Delilah Agho-Otoghile.
Voting By Mail (with Delilah Agho-Otoghile)
Sit Still, Look Opinionated. - September 18, 2020 10:00 - 39 minutesClaire does a deep dive into Voting By Mail. What exactly is voting by mail? Does it benefit one party more than another? How is this affected by the post office? As always, this weeks headlines. Interview with National Field Director for Win Justice and Co-founder of VoteSimple , Delilah Agho-O...
Cults (with Dr. Natalie Feinblatt)
Sit Still, Look Opinionated. - September 11, 2020 10:00 - 51 minutesClaire does a deep dive into cults! What exactly is a cult? Why do people fall for them so easily? How do cults intertwine with our politics? As always, this week's headlines. Interview with clinical psychologist, Dr. Natalie Feinblatt.
The story behind Tromba Tequila with Nick Reid and Rodrigo Cedano
The Tequila Tester - September 08, 2020 15:54 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 25 ratingsNick Reid and Rodrigo Cedano join us on this episode to discuss the story behind Tromba Tequila. Through a chance meeting in Mexico, this tequila was born. We talk through production methods and aging processes while sipping their blanco, reposado and anejo. Tequila Tester - http://TequilaTe...
Political Theories (with Dr. Jan Jacobs)
Sit Still, Look Opinionated. - September 04, 2020 10:00 - 1 hourIn our season 2 opener, Claire does a deep dive into the political and economic theories of Capitalism, Communism, Socialism, and Fascism. Claire introduces a new format to the podcast. As always, this week's headlines. Interview with Doctor of Political Science, Dr. Jan Jacobs.
Tahona crushed tequila with Laurence Spiewak of Suerte Tequila
The Tequila Tester - August 25, 2020 09:00 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 25 ratingsLaurence Spiewak, the co-founder of Suerte Tequila comes on this episode to talk about his tahona crushed tequila. We drink their blanco, reposado and anejo tequila and discuss their 8 year aged extra anejo. Learn about how they age and blend barrels to come up with their flavor profile. Marg...
Tahano crushed tequila with Laurence Spiewak of Suerte Tequila
The Tequila Tester - August 25, 2020 09:00 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 25 ratingsLaurence Spiewak, the co-founder of Suerte Tequila comes on this episode to talk about his tahona crushed tequila. We drink their blanco, reposado and anejo tequila and discuss their 8 year aged extra anejo. Learn about how they age and blend barrels to come up with their flavor profile. Marg...
Volley tequila seltzer with Chris Wirth and Camila Soriano
The Tequila Tester - August 18, 2020 09:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 25 ratingsChris & Camila come on this episode to discuss their new 100% blue agave tequila seltzer. We talk about how they started their company, the branding and how they are getting the product into the market. They currently have four flavors including Zesty Lime, Spicy Ginger, Sharp Grapefruit ...
Diffuser vs Traditional tequila making processes with Jake Lustig
The Tequila Tester - August 11, 2020 09:00 - 39 minutes ★★★★★ - 25 ratingsDo you really know what you are drinking? On this episode of The Tequila Tester, Jake Lustig with Haas Brothers gives a tequila education course. He discusses the history of tequila, processes and the spirit in general. We invite tequila novice and lifelong friend Tim to the show to learn along....
High proof & cask strength tequila with Salvador Chavez of Tequila Gran Dovejo
The Tequila Tester - August 04, 2020 09:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 25 ratingsTragedy strikes prior to the interview as tequila is destroyed. Tequila Gran Dovejo is doing a lot of cask and high proof offerings which we talk about. We also discuss their entire lineup while tasting the blanco, reposado and cask strength anejo.
Tequila Siembra Valles, Mezcal and traditional processes with David Suro
The Tequila Tester - July 28, 2020 22:19 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 25 ratingsWhat is the difference between Tequila and Mezcal? We discuss this topic while we taste Siembra Valles Ancestral blanco tequila which is a throw back to traditional processes. Some mezcal makes it into the glass so we can discuss what makes this spirit unique.
Emotions in Politics (with Mallory Harris)
Sit Still, Look Opinionated. - June 26, 2020 10:00 - 42 minutesClaire does a deep dive into how to talk about politics without getting emotional. And how to deal with people who aren't willing to hear your point of view. Then as always, this weeks headlines. Finally, Claire puts her studies into practice as she engages in a political conversation with frien...
Misinformation (interview with Sapna Suresh)
Sit Still, Look Opinionated. - June 19, 2020 10:00 - 41 minutesClaire does a deep dive into misinformation and fake news! What exactly is misinformation? How can you tell what's real and what's fake? Why do people fall for it so easily? As always, this weeks headlines. Interview with researcher, Sapna Suresh.
Protests (interview with Max Thomas)
Sit Still, Look Opinionated. - June 12, 2020 10:00 - 39 minutesClaire does a deep dive on protests. What exactly is a protest? How is it related to the first amendment? What can protests accomplish? As always, this weeks headlines. Interview with comedian and activist, Max Thomas.
Conversations on Race (with Harrison Grant and Erin Washington)
Sit Still, Look Opinionated. - June 05, 2020 10:00 - 59 minutesIn light of the recent protests we decided to scrap our normal format to simply sit down and talk about race. No headlines. No character bits. Just a talk with LA actor, Harrison Grant and Non-Profit manager, Erin Washington.
Education (interview with Stephanie Kostopoulos)
Sit Still, Look Opinionated. - May 29, 2020 10:00 - 41 minutesClaire does a not so deep dive into education. Specifically grades k-12. How does the government affect education? Is education a federal or state obligation? What are the differences between public, private and charter schools? A fun new segment this week. This weeks headlines. Interview with H...
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