Wine Spectator Grand Tour & California Strawberries

On today’s show: Alison Napjus of Wine Spectator previews the Grand Tour and shares expert wine tips, while Greg Berini, breaks down strawberry facts and the California Strawberry Festival. Plus today’s headlines include, MLB’s over-the-top stadium foods, a Cheeto that sold for thousands, and a must-do spring cleaning checklist.

Easter Recipes & Mediterraneo at the Westlake Village Inn

On today’s show: Chef Fernando Desa shares simple and delicious Easter recipes perfect for spring celebrations. Then Lisa Biondi from Mediterraneo at the Westlake Village Inn joins the show. Plus, we break down the latest headlines — from Costco’s popular sourdough starter kit and Amazon’s new ultra-fast delivery options to the U.S. Mint’s upcoming dime redesign.

Wines Under $20 & School Readiness

On today’s Show: Larry Lipson of The Affordable Wine Report, highlights outstanding wines under $20 that deliver quality without breaking the budget. Debbie Veney joins the conversation to discuss how well public schools are preparing students for life after graduation, exploring career readiness, real-world skills, and the future of education. Plus, today’s news stories include Costco’s new Caramel Churro Sundae sparking mixed reactions, why the “Irish goodbye” may actually be good etiquette, and a troubling AI facial recognition error that led to a wrongful arrest. 

Corporate Medicine & Exploring Irish Whiskey

On this episode: We welcome Dr. Jeff Barke, America’s Real Doctor, for a powerful conversation about “Mastering Your Health” and whether corporate medicine is truly serving patients first. Then, whiskey expert Robin Robinson joins the show to explore Irish whiskey in honor of St. Patrick’s Day, debunk common myths about whiskey, and share tasting tips for enjoying a great pour. Plus, today’s news stories include expert advice on how to cut corned beef like a pro, what to pack in an emergency go-bag, and a surprising headline about a priest charged with retail theft.

Langer’s Delicatessen & Fresh Eggs And Backyard Chickens

On Today’s show: Norm Langer shares the legacy of Langer’s Delicatessen and St. Patrick’s Day corned beef traditions, and Lisa Steele talks about fresh eggs, backyard chickens, and cooking from her Fresh Eggs Daily cookbook. Plus today’s headlines include a viral cereal etiquette debate, a spicy salsa lawsuit dismissed by a judge, and rising spring break travel concerns. 

The History And Culture Of Potato Chips, Trends In Home & Housewares

On today’s show: Alan Richer, the “Toga Chip Guy,” shares the fascinating history and culture of the Saratoga Chip, revealing how this crunchy snack became America’s original potato chip. Jane Clauss joins us to showcase the newest and coolest trends in home and housewares, including award-winning innovations from the Inspired Home Show. Plus, we cover today’s top stories: how dealing with difficult people may speed up aging, Tripadvisor’s top 25 cultural destinations for 2026, and 10,000 authors releasing an almost blank book to protest AI’s use of their work.

Wines Under $20 & Student Impact Challenge

On today’s show, Larry Lipson shares the best wines under $20. Then Alex Quian & Nandana Menon talk about the Allstate Foundation Student Impact Challenge. Plus, we cover news highlights including Chipotle’s Friday the 13th tattoo BOGO deal, a Disneyland chemical incident that hospitalized five employees, and warning signs of social media addiction.

Smart Money Moves & Home Trends

On today’s show, lifestyle expert Vivian Fabiola shares smart ways to turn your tax refund into real debt relief, while Jane Clauss previews the newest and coolest home and housewares trends from the Inspired Home Show. We also cover today’s trending stories, including Krispy Kreme’s colorful St. Patrick’s Day doughnuts, why “fat-free” cooking spray labels can be misleading, the strangest items found in lost luggage, and simple phone settings that can help reduce annoying spam calls.

The Importance of Sleep and Natural Rhythms & Celebrity Kosher Wines for Passover

On Today’s Show, Dr. Jeff Barke joins to discuss how sleep and natural circadian rhythms play a critical role in protecting long-term health and boosting energy. Then Gabe Geller shares the latest trends in kosher wine just in time for Passover, including celebrity-backed bottles and global selections from Royal Wine Corp. Plus, news stories of the day: Costco’s famous $4.99 rotisserie chicken faces lawsuits over labeling and safety claims, a Florida DUI golf cart accident raises safety reminders, and a $25,000 cloned cat proves genetics can’t replicate personality.

St. Patrick's Day Traditions & Fish Fridays at San Pedro Fish Market

This week on the show, we welcome Judith McLoughlin, Irish-born chef and founder of Shamrock and Peach, to share St. Patrick's Day culinary traditions and her Irish-inspired cookbooks. Then, Michael Ungaro, CEO of San Pedro Fish Market, joins us to talk about their annual Fish Fridays, weekly seafood specials, and family-style favorites including the iconic Shrimp Tray. Plus, we cover today's quirky and trending news stories—from Girl Scouts’ dispensary cookie controversy to mysterious dog poop in San Francisco.