Wine: Terra InitiaDry white wine cultivated in Katheti Region, Georgia The wine of pale straw color with aromas of acacia, yellow plum and white mulberry. On the palate the refreshing acidity, hints of white currant and yellow fruits, with slight bitterness and mineral structure. The lasting aftertaste with sweet berries finish.The wine is well-combined with dishes from fish and seafood, as well as with young cheeses.BIO: Author of Aventura, Amor y Tacos, Maira is a first-generation Mexican-American who was raised in an urban neighborhood in Los Angeles, by immigrant parents. After graduating from UC Berkeley, she realized her heart was in serving the community.She works to inspire her community to continue growing and to continue making positive changes towards diversity while at the same time taking care of themselves. Through her work she strives to empower individuals by reconnecting to their culture, values and heritage that their motherlands provide and helping them implement lessons from that wisdom in their daily lives.For website click herePurchase book hereSocial Media InstagramFacebook

Wine: Seis Soles Wine Co Seis Soles White Blend $16 Aromatic, fresh and easy to drink, the Seis Soles White Blend is a perfect pairing for a summer menu. 
Grenache Blanc & Albariño
Vineyards grown in Lodi, CA
Stainless steel fermented
12% Alcohol
112 cases produced
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BIO:Hannah Martin (she/her) is the founder of Woc Space Marketing, a digital marketing agency. Hannah is a business coach with the mission of changing the status quo of business by helping womxn of color and of marginalized communities become empowered business owners. She is a second-generation Cuban-American, which has largely influenced her outlook on the importance of community building and empowerment of marginalized communities. Hannah grew up in Orange County, went to school in Los Angeles, and currently resides in San Diego, CA. Hannah started working in San Diego's nonprofit sector where she consulted with dozens of nonprofits on their marketing strategies and digital presences. After some time, Hannah decided to bring her skills and spirit to entrepreneurially-spirited womxn, combining her passions of empowering womxn and marketing strategy. In her free time, Hannah enjoys spending time outdoors with her cattle dog mix and enjoying the many breweries and plant-based eateries of San Diego.For website click hereSocial Media InstagramFacebook

Wine: Seis Soles Wine Co Seis Soles Rosé Blend $16 Seis Soles Rose with a beautiful, round mouth-feel and bright acidity is a perfect companion for a day by the pool or a night in with friends. Great with a wide variety of dishes. 
Medium sweet (dulce)
Grenache & Mourvedre 
Vineyards grown in Lodi, CA
Pressed gently and stainless steel fermented 
Round and fresh on the palate
Low alcohol, 12.5% 
112 cases produced
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Complimentary shipping on 6 bottles or more
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Bio: Dr. Rachna Patel is a world recognized expert in the field of Cannabinoid Medicine. Since 2012, her consultations have helped people relieve their symptoms, transform their health & live a better quality of life. People have walked away from her consultations with a clear understanding of how to use CBD products, what to expect when using CBD products, while also dispelling fears people may have about CBD products and putting their minds at ease. She has helped people, from many different countries, manage a wide range of medical conditions including anxiety, chronic pain, insomnia, and more. Her insights into the field have helped many, many people. And, now having expanded to Doc Patels she hopes to reach even more in need of her help. With Doc Patels, Dr. Patel’s aim is to put medical grade CBD products in the hands of licensed healthcare professionals trained by Dr. Patel herself. In an industry full of misinformation and questionable products, it’s about time! Dr. Patel completed her undergraduate studies at Northwestern University (IL) and earned her medical degree from Touro University (CA). Her background is in Emergency Medicine. She ventured into the field of Cannabinoid Medicine in 2012 and there’s been no turning back.For website click here Social Media Instagram Facebook 

Wine: JARENINČAN, ČRNKO from Štajerska, Slovenia A blend of predominantly Laški Rizling (Welschriesling), Sauvignon Blanc, and Rizvanec (Müller­Thurgau).BIO: Naibe Reynoso is a Mexican-American Emmy and AP Award-winning journalist, CEO/Founder of Con Todo Press, and Co-Founder of LATINAFEST, an annual celebration of all things Latina. She is passionate about promoting women, the Latinx community, and people of color which led her to create her own publishing company Con Todo Press. Her mission is to keep producing children’s books told from an authentic and relatable perspective, that will bridge the gap between communities of color and media. Social Media Links:Naibe ReynosoCon Todo PressLatinaFestwww.contodpress.com 

Wine: McBride Sisters Collection, Red Blend 2016 BIO:A Texas native, Steven is a graduate of The University of Oklahoma, and currently works in education as a Director of Operations for a charter school network. Steven is a huge movie buff and enjoys good food and video games in his spare time.His Why: "I want to do my part to leave an impact on the world"Social Media Links:InstagramBlack Lives Matter Resources Petitions to sign: 
Text “Floyd” to 55156 to sign a petition a demand justice for George Floyd
Sign-up at Color of Change: https://colorofchange.org/ to be notified of more opportunities to take action
 

Wine: Sterling Vintner's Collection Cabernet Sauvignon BIO:Astrid Martinez is a 3 time Emmy winning journalist at CBS46 in Atlanta. She hosts her own segment "Astrid in ATL" which focuses on culture and the booming movie and music industry in the city. Astrid moved to Atlanta after spending time as a reporter in Dallas Texas and Charlotte, North Carolina. Her work there tackled topics ranging from immigration, drug cartels, violence along the border and human trafficking.This former Miss Colombia USA 2000, began her broadcast growing up in Medellin, Colombia. Astrid saw first-hand the civil and political unrest that plagued her country. It was this type of upheaval and the people's lives it affected that first ignited her passion for storytelling and a career in journalism.After moving to the United States, Astrid and her family settled in New Jersey, where she graduated with top honors with a degree in Broadcast Journalism and a concentration in Latin American Studies.Last September Astrid was named one of the 50 Most Influential Latinos in Georgia by the Georgia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and won a RICE Award for Outstanding in Media Social Media Links:InstagramBlack Lives Matter Resources If you would like to donate:
George Floyd Memorial Fund: https://www.gofundme.com/f/georgefloyd
Minnesota Freedom Fund: https://minnesotafreedomfund.org/
Black Visions Collective: https://www.blackvisionsmn.org/
Campaign Zero: https://www.joincampaignzero.org/
Black Lives Matter: https://www.Blacklivesmatter.com
Minneapolis NAACP Branch: https://www.paypal.me/mplsnaacp4050B
Petitions to sign: 
Text “Floyd” to 55156 to sign a petition a demand justice for George Floyd
Sign-up at Color of Change: https://colorofchange.org/ to be notified of more opportunities to take action

Wine: 2017 Casillero del Diablo Cabernet Sauvignon from the Central Valley of Chile. This particular cab is aged in American oak and has a deep ruby red color. It pairs well with red meats, well-seasoned dishes and cheeses such as Gruyere or blue.BIO: Nadia De Ala is a certified leadership and negotiation coach who specializes in helping women of color in technology thrive, elevate their pay and positions, and fully own their authority. She's committed to helping close the leadership and wage gap one badasss WOC leader at a time. Through one-on-one, group coaching and workshops, Nadia empowers her audience to lead authentically, courageously and sustainably. She has helped leaders at companies like Facebook, Google and Uber live life in alignment with their values, so they can create positive impact they really want to make in their careers.Her WHY:"I started my own business because I fell in love with coaching. And in business, you get the privilege of creating your own experience (how badass is that?). I chose to build my whole business around empowering WOCs and creating community impact, because I recognized the need. I want to help as many WOCs in tech become empowered to live a life in alignment with their values. I want every WOC to feel like they can lead as their realest self no matter what fucking room they’re in. And I’ve built my signature program to help WOCs do just that. And real talk, I want to help my mama retire, I want to build intergenerational wealth and be 100% me no matter what room I walk into -- this business I'm nurturing, I believe, is my way of doing that."https://www.nadiadeala.comSocial Media:InstagramLinkedInFacebook Group for WOC in Tech 

Wine: Adalina Bodegas Verdejo 2018 from SpainThe Verdejo grapes are generally harvested at night and the wines are fermented in stainless steel tanks and bottled without aging so the wine is crisp and dry - just how I like it!BIO:Yael R Rosenstock Gonzalez is the founder of Kaleidoscope Vibrations, LLC, a company dedicated to supporting and creating spaces for individuals to explore and find community in their personal identities. As a queer, polyamorous, white-presenting Nuyorican Jew, Yael has always been interested in understanding the multi-level experiences of individuals. Through her company, she facilitates workshops, develops curriculum, offers Identity Exploration Coaching, and publishes narratives often left out of mainstream publishing. An upcoming publication is a coffee-table book representing the narratives and images from the photo-interview series, the Diverse Bodies Project, of which she is a founding member.Yael has been engaged in workshop development and facilitation since she joined the New York Civil Liberties Union (NYCLU) as a teen peer reproductive rights educator at 15 years old. Since then, she has served as an educator with children ranging from 10 months old to adults in their 70s with different organizations and communities. In her work as first Program Coordinator, then Director of Programming, and finally Associate Director of the Center for Ethnic, Racial, and Religious Understanding, Yael developed and led events, workshops, and programs with an intersectionality lens.Throughout Yael’s career, there has been an emphasis on sex, gender, and diversity. Her undergraduate thesis, "A Not so Silent Voice for Female Sexuality: Empowering Examples from Literature Cross-Culturally" and Master's thesis, "Dismantling Rape Culture through an Exploration of Consent, Desire, and Pleasure," created space for her to explore sexuality, consent, and pleasure through different perspectives and disciplines. In 2018 she published An Introguide to a Sex Positive You: Lessons, Tales, and Tips, a queer and trans inclusive book, and has since begun offering Sex Coaching services.Yael is now pursuing a doctoral degree at IU-Bloomington School of Public Health in Health Behavior to strengthen her research skills and build further connections. Social Media:Instagram

Wines:Jessica (host): Naussa Xinomavro 2017Naussa Xinomavro is a dry red that many say is a Greek’s answer to a Burgandy wine. Legend has it that Semele, mother of Dionysus—the Greek god of wine and fertility—called the area (Naoussa) home. I was able to pick this bottle up at local wine bar @wetstonewinebar_sd for half price!Wendy (Guest): Unsung Hero Shiraz, a South African wineIn today’s episode, I get to speak with Wendy Amara. Wendy is an accomplished transformational Strategy Coach, Speaker, Trainer, and Best Selling Author. She has coached thousands of individuals over the past 15 years into reaching powerful goals for their lives! Her results oriented, no holding back approach- has clients produce extraordinary results. She particularly loves coaching Ambitious Women of Color who want to step into elevating their lives. She teaches women how to balance all the moving parts of life and live authentically and energetically- taking courageous action!Link to Manifesting Uncertainty Social Media Links: InstagramFacebook Additional Information on Wendy: Heritage or Ethnic Background - Guatemalan AmericanWhat is your why? - I want my clients to Go for what they want! To live a courageous life where they move forward and make their best life happen in real life. I allow my clients to get connected to their big dreams and goals and then we make a map to get there!If your life was described in one word, what would that word be? - Passion 

Wine: Josh Cellars 2018 Sauvignon BlancAs a single woman, this pandemic has hit in a certain way. Like many of my friends I don't have a roommate or family to quarantine with. In this episode, I share my highs and lows and how I totally and completely broke into an ugly cry while on a Zoom call with close to 40 other women on as well. As an extroverted extrovert (I mean if you know me AT ALL you know I’m not exagerrating) this time has been hard. So if my experience can resonate and help one person, then I am so glad I opened up.Social Media LinksInstagramFacebookLinkedIn 

Wine: Dreaming Tree Cabernet Sauvignon 2017Domenica Escatel, a 1st generation graduate earning her BA from San Jose State University and MA in Organizational Leadership. In 2015, she rebranded her company to focus on empowering, educating, and equipping women in her community, emphasizing Latinas. Since then, Chicana Inc. has built the strongest Latina communities in the Central Valley. Recently a Chicana Inc. has joined forces with the Latina Connection to being California Chingonafest to be set in the fall of this year. In 2016, she was selected for Modesto Bee's 20 under 40, featuring leaders in Stanislaus County. In 2017, she was selected to participate in Hope Leadership Institute by Hispanas Organized for Political Equality, 2018 selected as Stanislaus County Women of the Year, and selected to participate in Leadership Modesto, 2019 Domenica was named Latina of Influence by Hispanic Lifestyle in Los Angeles. Currently, she is curating a series of photos highlighting local Latinas called Mujeres Poderosas. Experienced as a board member and held a position as Madame Chair for Empire Municipal Advisory Council. Recently, a guest speaker at Harvard University, and has been selected to do a ted talk at San Jose State University.Social Media LinksInstagramFacebookWebsite

Wine: Chateau St. Michelle 2018 RoséMichelle Gomez, MBA is a Latina Career & Life Coach with a bachelor’s degree in Business Management and a master’s degree in Business Administration. With over 21 years of experience and learning she helps women navigate, and overcome obstacles that plague them in the corporate environment. She is passionate about helping Latinas achieve positions of power and influence through effective career planning and personal advocacy in order to support their advancement in hopes of helping to close the gender wage gap.Michelle also uses her expertise in executive presence, professional dossier writing, personal branding, leadership quality, and negotiation methods to empower Latinas toward their personal and professional goals. As a working mom, holding down a corporate job while building her coaching business, she helps other working moms develop a work/life design that incorporates career ambition and conscious parenting through inner-feminine healing. Recently, she’s launched a new area of her life coaching practice called Healed Hijas; a program focused on helping adult daughters heal their Latina Mother Wounds.Sources referenced: "When Things Fall Apart" Peter Strum Authors specializing in the mother wound: Bethany Webster, Karen Anderson, Carol McBrideSocial handles:Instagram @mgsuccesscoachFacebook Healed Hijas Group Facebook Coaching Page  

Wine: Kendall Jackson Chardonnay (split bottle)  vette is an author and freelance writer. She is the founder of the Awakened-Woman Blog- a blog that is meant to inspire, encourage and empower women to seek evolution and personal growth during life’s journey. Her book, “A Journey to Finding the Best Self” was released in in July 2019 by independent publisher, Black Rose Writing.Beyond her blog, Yvette has contributed to multiple high profile websites such as BeLatina, Thrive Global, SmartCoparent and DivorceHub. Her writing reflects real life as she uses her journey to discuss various topics as Latino culture, love, divorce, co-parenting, motherhood, abuse, and relationships. She is as passionate about her message as she is about her purpose - sharing stories to engage women, helping them feel less alone and guide them through their own process of becoming who they are meant to be.She has authored close to 300 articles, essays, and short stories that can be found on her blog Awakened Woman. Yvette is a co-parent, divorced, single-working mother, residing in New York. You can purchase her book by clicking here. Social handles: Instagram @womanawakenedFacebook @AWInspiresTwitter @Princesa9954 

In this episode, Aurea and I discuss all the political chisme. How will Biden pivot his campaign to appeal to Sanders voters? How do we grapple with the reality of the two candidates we have to choose from? We touch on so many topics, but ultimately we all know that getting out to the polls is VITAL, especially when voting for our local representatives. Join the chisme and let us know your questions!The Wine & Chisme Podcast Social Media: IG: @thewineandchismeFB: @thewineandchismepodcastLinkedIn: @thewineandchismepodcastAurea Bolaños Social Media:@aurea_bp

Wine: Alamos Malbec from Mendoza, Argentina 2018In this episode I got the chance to speak with my friend, Jessie Medina. Jessie is the Founder & CEO of several businesses including FEM Latinas, FEMgency, FEMX Podcast and of course FEMX Quarters, a co-working and event space located in the hills of San Diego. Her mission is to create positive impact by being a motivational and loving leader and to inspire women to overcome their fear and follow their dreams.Although I consider myself and good friend of Jessie’s. I was still surprised to hear many things that she revealed throughout our interview.This interview was recorded before we were made aware of COVID-19 and the requirement of social distancing. It’s so weird that this interview feels a world away now…but I’m so glad you are here and ready to listen.Social handles: Instagram: @jessiemedinaofficial@femgency@femlatinas@femxpodcast@femxquarters