Southern Cocktails & Vine-to-Bar Chocolate

On today’s show: Belinda Smith-Sullivan brings Southern flair to cocktails with creative drink inspiration, entertaining tips, and fresh takes on classics, while Ed Klein explores the delicious connection between wine and chocolate.

Recipes From the White House & The Power of Potatoes

On today’s show: former President George W. Bush’s personal chef Matthew Wendel shares recipes and stories from his time cooking for the White House, while Cara Harbstreet explains why potatoes deserve a place at the table as a nutritious and versatile powerhouse.

The Problems With Traditional Insurance & The Sweet World of Honey

On today’s show: Dr. Jeff Barke explains why he believes traditional health insurance is hurting American medicine and what needs to change, while honey expert Marina Marchese explores the complex world of honey, beekeeping, and why bees are essential to our food supply.

Exploring Lompoc & Baltaire Restaurant in Los Angeles

On today’s show: Ken Ostini takes us to Lompoc on California’s Central Coast, highlighting the area’s food, wine, and attractions, while Patrick Hickey of Baltaire Restaurant shares what makes the Los Angeles steakhouse a standout dining destination.

Mauritson Zinfandel & Hatch Green Chile Season

On today’s show: Clay Mauritson previews Project Zin, celebrating Sonoma County Zinfandel and the growers behind one of California’s signature wines. Then Melissa’s Produce expert Robert Schueller kicks off Hatch green chile season with tips on roasting, cooking, and enjoying this limited-time favorite. Plus, we cover Elvis Presley’s legendary eating habits, how Las Vegas became America’s buffet capital, and the best airplane seat to book when you have a tight connection.

Beer History & Cancer Care in Rural America

On Today’s show: Dr. Ronald Weigel explains how a new initiative is improving cancer care for patients in rural America, and beer expert Randy Mosher celebrates International Beer Day with a look at beer’s history, brewing traditions, and today’s biggest trends. Plus today’s headlines include better burger grilling tips, America’s most-stolen cars, and simple ways to declutter your home during Clutter Awareness Week.

Affordable Wine Report & Back-to-School Trends

On Today’s show: Larry Lipson highlights affordable wines under $20, and Jennifer Jones reveals the top back-to-school trends shaping what parents and students are searching for this year. Plus today’s headlines include Dine LA’s $15 restaurant deals, Cyclospora fears impacting lettuce farmers, the surprising number of oranges in a glass of juice, record cruise demand, and a new FBI warning about a sophisticated Microsoft 365 phishing scam. 

REPLAY: Milk Alternatives, Mediterraneo At The Westlake Village Inn

GUEST LINE-UP:

• Dina Cheney - Demystifying Milk Alternatives
• Chef Lisa Biondi -  Executive Chef, Mediterraneo At The Westlake Village Inn

Healdsburg's Culinary Scene & Children's Eye Health

On today’s show, Chef Dustin Valette takes us inside Healdsburg, California—one of the nation’s premier food and wine destinations—to talk seasonal cuisine, local ingredients, and what makes Sonoma Wine Country so special. We’ll also hear from Dr. Teri Geist, president of the American Optometric Association, about why school vision screenings can miss serious eye problems and why comprehensive eye exams are essential before kids head back to class. Plus, we cover the day’s biggest stories, America’s best state for a road trip, where experts say you should never use your debit card, and a professor’s clever AI cheating trap.

Why the World Needs More Pie & How Americans Are Splitting the Bill

On today’s show, we celebrate the art, history, and heart of homemade pie with award-winning pie maker and pie expert Beth Howard, founder of The World Needs More Pie, as she shares why pie is more than dessert—it’s a tradition that brings people together. We’ll also talk with Adam Klappholz, Head of Product at Zelle, about the “avoidance economy” and why Americans—especially younger generations—are struggling with the social challenges of splitting bills, repaying friends, and having money conversations. Plus, we explore the latest stories making headlines, including summer cocktails featuring mosquito-repelling grapefruit compounds, the travel boom to the ancient city of Troy, charcuterie board tips, and a shocking alleged estate fraud case.