Wine Under $20 & AI Food Safety Breakthroughs

On today’s show: Larry Lipson shares budget-friendly wine picks under $20 from The Affordable Wine Report, and Paul Mikesell explains how AI is transforming food safety and farming through advanced robotics. Plus today’s headlines include unexpected foods that may help improve sleep, a heated Hershey–Reese’s ingredient dispute, and the top trending summer travel destinations for 2026.

Cholesterol Numbers and How to Improve Them Naturally & Madagascar Flavors

On today’s show: Dr. Jeff Barke explains cholesterol numbers and natural ways to improve them, and Emmanuel Laroche explores Madagascar’s hidden culinary world through food and culture. Plus today’s headlines include the closing of the MGM Grand Buffet in Las Vegas, a foodie’s Guinness dining record and hotel room items experts say to avoid.

Earth Day Wine & Sustainability Spotlight & BBQ Secrets

On Today’s show: Winemaker Laura Barrett of Clif Family Winery & Farm, winner of the California Green Medal Environment Award, discusses Earth Day, regenerative farming, and sustainable winemaking in Napa Valley. Pitmaster Andy Husbands shares grilling tips for any occasion and BBQ inspiration. Plus today’s headlines include the origins of Sweet Baby Ray’s BBQ sauce, an FAA investigation into pilots making animal noises over radio frequencies, and an office “clean desk” policy sparking frustration with employees’ dailz “walk of shame.”

30 years of Bluewater Grill & Spritz Season

On today’s show: Jim Ulcickas celebrates 30 years of Bluewater Grill and shares his new cookbook Flavors from the Shore, while Julian Arreola talks spring entertaining trends and the return of spritz season. Plus, headlines include Starbucks testing a ChatGPT-powered drink tool, Gen Z embracing retro tech over smartphones, and the rise of cruise weddings.

Mushroom Gastronomy & Spring Travel in Northern California

On today’s show: Krista Towns explores the art of cooking with mushrooms, sharing expert tips and recipes from Mushroom Gastronomy, and travel expert Stephen Andrews highlights spring travel ideas across Northern California. Plus today’s headlines include phone-free restaurants gaining popularity, a simple hack for easy-peel boiled eggs, the spread of invasive Joro spiders, and a recall of Graco infant car seats due to a potential safety risk.

Wine under $20 & Jackie Robinson legacy with Jonathan Eig

On today’s show, Larry Lipson shares the latest Affordable Wine Report featuring top wines under $20, and author Jonathan Eig joins to discuss Opening Day: The Story of Jackie Robinson’s First Season in honor of Jackie Robinson Day. Plus today’s headlines include Tax Day food deals from major chains and a viral Disney World video sparking debate after a family was accused of trying to sneak a child into the park to avoid paying admission.

Mastering Your Health & Smart Gardening

On Today’s show: Dr. Jeff Barke breaks down the “Cicada COVID-19 variant” and the latest health headlines in “Mastering Your Health,” while Sarah Perreault shares expert gardening tips and seasonal insights from The Old Farmer’s Almanac Garden Guide. Plus, today’s stories include new research on matcha potentially easing allergy-related sneezing, the FAA recruiting video gamers to fill air traffic controller shortages, and the growing debate over experimental “vaccine beer.”

Sonoma County Wine & Peach Cobbler

On today’s show: Barbara Cox shares details on Sonoma County’s Pour + Explore tasting series and the upcoming April 23 event, while Chef Belinda Smith-Sullivan offers expert tips for making the perfect peach cobbler. Plus, headlines include In-N-Out Burger rejecting delivery and expansion, new safety rules from Southwest Airlines, and the rise of “admin nights” as a social productivity trend.

Home Inspiration and Palm Beach Spring Highlights

On today’s show: Kelly Edwards shares simple spring spruce-up ideas to refresh your home for 2026, and Lauren Perry spotlights the best cultural events, family experiences, and insider deals happening this spring in The Palm Beaches. Plus, today’s headlines include PepsiCo’s pricey chip backlash, Southwest’s new limits on battery packs, and a bride stunned by a request to tip on a $4,000 wedding dress.

From Nova Scotia Wine to AI Job Tools: Trends, Tips, and Tasty Experiences

On today’s show: Sommelier Amy Savoury discusses the surprising origin of Canada’s first wine region, and Nick Burns shares top search trends and AI tools helping job seekers and new grads. Plus today’s headlines include Rao’s one-night Dinner Rush in NYC, simple tips to make your phone easier on the eyes, and a Vancouver Pokémon card theft sting.

Wines Under $20 & Early Signs of Parkinson’s: What You Need to Know

Larry Lipson returns with The Affordable Wine Report featuring great wines under $20. John Lehr and Robert Baittie discuss early signs of Parkinson’s and how to improve daily living. We also break down today’s top news: the nationwide Topo Chico shortage, new USDA “Product of USA” meat labels, and federal officials pushing for a major overhaul of hospital food.

Parasites and Gut Health & Other Visible Health Condition

On today’s episode, Dr. Jeff Barke dives into parasites and gut health, while Stacy London and Nitika Chopra discuss managing visible health conditions. Plus, news highlights include Chuck Norris debunking death hoaxes, the viral stacked water trend, the new Sunflare apple, vacation health tracker tips, and updated global travel advisories.

REPLAY: Game Day Grilling & Beer History and Trends

This episode serves up expert game day grilling tips with BBQ Hall of Famer Meathead, author of The Science of Great Barbecue and Grilling and The Meathead Method. He shares his best techniques, busts common myths, and offers great recipes. Then Expert On Beer And Brewing Randy Mosher shares Beer Trends & History  Plus, we explore fascinating facts about American barbecue.

Stargazing Travel & Brunch Trend

On today’s show: Stéphane Picard discusses why stargazing is drawing more travelers in 2026, and Food Network Champion Chef James Briscione explores flavor trends that are redefining brunch. Plus today’s headlines include how much ham to prepare per person this Easter, fascinating Easter traditions from chocolate bunnies to Peeps, and a 1945 Burgundy wine selling for a record $812,500.

Spring Home Improvement & Finance Tips

On Today’s show: Carter Oosterhouse shares top spring home improvement tips, and Shikha Narula talks about simple ways to strengthen your savings. Plus today’s headlines include Krispy Kreme’s limited-edition Artemis II donut, a man discovering a 1970s Christmas gift hidden in his wall, and AccuWeather’s forecast for up to 16 storms in the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season.

Affordable Wines & Last-Minute Tax Tips

On Today’s Show: We’re joined by Larry Lipson with his Affordable Wine Report featuring great bottles under $20, and Mark Steber with essential last-minute advice for taxpayers ahead of Tax Day. Plus today’s headlines include the Big Mac world-record holder rejecting McDonald’s new “Big Arch,” a shocking 12-ton KitKat heist in Europe, and an Irish town uniting to delay smartphones for kids.