A monthly edutainment podcast designed to introduce you to intriguing and unique people and innovations in the wine, food and hospitality world with host Stephanie Browne, author of Sipping Sense: Uncorking the flavors of wine, entertaining and healthy cooking. If you are thinking of starting your own venture in the wine and spirits or hospitality sector, you don’t want to miss the pearls of wisdom you might find here from our guests.
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Stephanie Browne, Hospitality and Wine Etiquette Expert
Uncorking History: Adrian Miller on Food, Culture & the White House
In this special episode of Sips and Swigs, Stephanie Browne sits down with award-winning food historian, author, and former White House advisor Adrian Miller for a fascinating conversation exploring the untold stories behind America’s most influential kitchens.
From documenting the legacy of soul food and barbecue to uncovering the extraordinary contributions of Black chefs who served generations of presidents, Adrian shares insights from his celebrated body of work and the discoveries that changed the way he understands American history.
Together, Stephanie and Adrian discuss the people who shaped presidential dining behind the scenes, the role hospitality plays in diplomacy and leadership, and the historic 1994 White House state dinner honoring Nelson Mandela shortly after South Africa’s democratic transition.
The conversation also explores Adrian’s newest work examining the culinary influence of Asian heritage chefs in White House history and reflects on why food remains one of the most powerful ways to tell stories, preserve culture, and connect communities.
Pour a glass and join us for an inspiring conversation that proves history is often written—and remembered—at the table.
More about Adrian @ https://www.soulfoodscholar.com
19 May 2026
Seat at the Table with StephenUncorked
Meet Stephen Nasiatka, Founder - StephenUncorked and President - Private Directors Association
This is one conversation you don’t want to miss. Listen to the teaser about his most memorable wine 🎙️ (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1LNbPKVDP9DGgKFh3piadbbrm3CjQEEh0/view?usp=sharing)
Tune in to hear from Stephen Nasiatka as he shares how hosting with wine and attending networking events has helped open doors for career advancement, strengthen relationships, and create new business opportunities. Learn how meaningful connections and intentional engagement can elevate both personal and professional growth.
17 Mar 2026
Tonya Webster, NY's First CXO
Calling all New Yorkers!
Tune in to hear from the first Chief Experience Officer of New York State as she shares how she puts *you* at the center of it all designing services that improve the lives of residents, businesses, and visitors across more than 100 state agencies.
From housing to hospitality, Tonya has you covered.
This is one conversation you don’t want to miss. 🎙️
17 Jan 2026
Business PTSD "I feel your pain"
Liquor retail is uniquely challenging. Licenses are tightly controlled, and territory protection runs deep.
"The lessons were many. The pain was immense. It felt like a personal failure, even knowing we were far from alone."
BUT I AM STILL HIGH...
29 Oct 2025
The Next Generation of Diversity in Wine: A Conversation with Alicia Towns Franken of Wine Unify
We advocate for fair distribution of resources, equitable employment opportunities, and stronger industry accountability in supporting diverse talent. In a global market made up of people of all backgrounds, it is both possible and necessary to ensure the same diversity among those who make, sell, and celebrate these products. Listen to how Alicia Towns Franken is walking the walk at Wine Unify.
24 Sept 2025
From Pages to PR: My First Year as an Author with Ron Childs
This month I’m joined by my publicist, Ron Childs, founder and CEO of OMEN Communications, a Chicago-based media relations and consulting firm. An award-winning journalist and communications strategist, Ron has served as Executive Editor of The Chicago Defender, Senior Media Relations Strategist at Burrell Communications, and Vice President of Media Relations at Flowers Communications Group. A proud Grambling State University graduate and Mass Communication Hall of Fame inductee, he brings decades of expertise in multicultural media, public relations, and editorial leadership—helping organizations craft narratives that resonate across diverse audiences.
On this episode, Ron and I reflect on my first year as an author: the steps I took to release my book, the obstacles I faced, and how the wine industry has evolved since I first entered it more than 25 years ago. We also dig into the differences and synergies between PR and marketing—and why both are essential to building lasting impact.
31 Jul 2025
The 4C's of Brand Management
HATCH (https://www.linkedin.com/company/hatch-marketing/) CEO & Founder Jennifer Harrington (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-harrington-18b5504/) is the guest on this month's Sips N Swigs. This podcast provides an actionable blueprint on how to build a plan to test, feed and grow your brand whether you are big or small. I love the 4C’s lens: Company, Customer, Competition, Culture.
21 Jun 2025
Angela McCrae, Founder of Uncorked & Cultured
Angela McCrae, founder of Uncorked & Cultured, discusses her inspiring career journey and innovative strategies for transitioning into the wine industry by leveraging core business skills in this interview.
23 May 2025
Chrishon Lampley, founder of Love Cork Screw talking "Adversity and Reinvention"
Chrishon Lampley, founder of Love Cork Screw, discusses turning adversity into opportunity and reinventing oneself after setbacks in an interview about resilience and empowerment.
24 Apr 2025
Brenae Royal - Viticulturist and Winemaker
Brenae Royal is the youngest and first Black woman to manage the historic Monte Rosso Vineyard—one of California’s most prestigious and storied vineyards—she's been a quiet but powerful force reshaping the wine industry. Her tenure at E. & J. Gallo, followed by a role at St. Supéry Estate Vineyards and Winery, and a number of impactful collaborations—including one with Brown Estate—cemented her place as a trailblazer. Now, she’s stepping boldly into a new chapter with the launch of her own wine brand: Violet’s Paradise. Listen in to hear her story and follow her on www.brenaeroyal.com.
22 Apr 2025
Promo for the New Season of Sips N Swigs
Introduction of the host Stephanie Browne and our first episode on Sips N Swigs, our Sipping Sense Community.
21 Apr 2025
From One Wine Flight to a Lifelong Journey
Listen and learn how Stephanie Browne and Divas Uncorked changed the face of wine one glass at a time.
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