Two Moms. Two Kids. Too many reasons to give two shits. Alysia and Sarah share a love of motherhood, cocktails, and sitting down for some real talk. They created the Hitting the Bottle Podcast for parents who need to be reminded that they’re not alone with their thoughts. Sometimes it’s hard to talk about the darkness that comes for some during maternity leave or the fact that you actually don’t want to spend every waking second with your child. We all experience different forms of happiness ...
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From exploring the beverage buyer journey to leveraging modern public relations to how marketing automation is changing the way we engage with consumers, Hit the Bottle goes above and beyond the ordinary to ask questions and get answers about beverage marketing strategy, technology, and leadership. Support us here or on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/htbpodcast Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/htbpodcast/support
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On today’s episode, Mike talks with his good friend, Jeff Siegel, otherwise known as the Wine Curmudgeon; writer, author of The Wine Curmudgeon's Guide to Cheap Wine, and excellent freelance writer. The two discuss wine media – how it’s changed from the 'good old days', and how it continues to change moving into the future. The two also chat about …
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This week Sarah + Alysia talk about sex, gender + (how it's) bullshit! For so long we’ve been separated by social constructs built by each other. To categorize, to regulate, to identify and to ultimately discriminate. This week we sit down to talk about gender roles and their roles in our current society. Spoiler: we don’t believe in gender qualifi…
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Meet Beckie Kier, Event Director for Vinexpo America and Drinks America, who has led the team on the U.S.-based Vinexpo event since its launch in 2018. Learn all about how Vinexpo New York transformed to Vinexpo America, and the brand-new Drinks America that was created in response to a forecasted continuing rise in consumption of spirits and ready…
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Trigger Warning: This week's episode speaks heavily about eating disorders and mental health. After exposing and evoking Alysia's arachnophobia, talking about their 4th of July plans, and some other nonsensical chatter - Sarah + Alysia continue to touch on some hard conversations inspired by a post by @soyouwanttotalkabout. Attempting to destigmati…
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Alysia + Sarah sit down to talk about marriage and why we've chosen to not get married - either by choice or by circumstance. Check out our new merch at https://hitting-the-bottle.myshopify.com/ Please submit all inquiries and Spill the Whine submissions to hello@hittingthebottlepod.com Follow us to continue the conversation on Instagram @hittingth…
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Alysia + Sarah sit down with Erika Eileen who is a Confidence + Sex Coach. This conversation is fun and sexy and was a damn good time to record. They touch on body image, normalizing sex sounds, the importance of communication and the way society has programmed our brains to believe ‘sex’ is a shameful word and that talking about it honestly is not…
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Alysia + Sarah let someone else talk, for once. This week the ‘Spill the Whine’ segment is an extremely raw, vulnerable share submitted by Tiffany of @postpartumpsycho. We discovered her via one of our favorite podcasts - My Favorite Murder - and knew her story must be shared with all of you. Tiffany has been on a powerful postpartum journey managi…
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Alysia + Sarah sit down and talk non-facts. That's right, all the opinions - mostly unpopular ones. Opinions about gender roles, playdates, leashes, resilience and a million in between - it's a great conversation. In our humble opinion. Check out our new merch at https://hitting-the-bottle.myshopify.com/ Please submit all inquiries and Spill the Wh…
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Alysia + Sarah chat with Hannah & Kelty of Upbringing about their new course they created with Jen Lumanlan of Your Parenting Mojo. Upbringing free downloadable roadmap with highlights from their new Right from the Start course: https://yourparentingmojo.com/rightfromthestart Upbringing Spirited Kids Club: https://www.upbringing.co/spiritedkidsclub…
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Alysia + Sarah chat with Chelsey of the MILF podcast. (That’s “Mom I’d Like To Friend”, to you!) The Episode starts off being a way for us to discuss our different experiences with postpartum sex; however, it turned into a conversation between three women in different stages expressing their feeling about sexuality and the female body postpartum - …
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Alysia + Sarah sat down with Destiny + Lita, founders of Red & Olive Co. where you will find dolls designed to be your child's best friend now and for years to come. Every detail from whiskers to shoelaces are handmade with premium natural materials by artisans in Peru. They tell us all about their business and the wonderful things they are doing t…
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Trigger Warning: This week's episode discusses cancer and the loss of a parent. If these topics are hard for you to listen to, this may not be the episode for you. We see you and love you. This week Alysia + Sarah are finally recording in person! They talk about California living, the ambiance and cozy set-up for this week's recording, a beautiful …
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This week Alysia + Sarah talk about a little bit of everything before having a good, old-fashioned, cathartic vent session. Sometimes parenting is really hard, friends. Sit down with us and let it out. Check out our new merch at https://hitting-the-bottle.myshopify.com/ Please submit all inquiries and Spill the Whine submissions to hello@hittingthe…
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This week Alysia + Sarah sit down to talk about Black Maternal Health Week and how we can work to eliminate the inequity of Black maternal mortality. Women of color are 3-4x more likely to die due to pregnancy/birth-related causes than white women. This is a problem that we need to address. Space needs to be given to black maternal health, not just…
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This week Alysia + Sarah sit down with Lil Miss Hot Mess, a Drag Queen who recently authored a new children’s book: “The Hips on the Drag Queen Go Swish, Swish, Swish” (which was the catalyst for this episode). We speak with her about said book, Drag Queen Story Hour - where Drag Queens read books with children at Libraries, her appearance on SNL, …
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Sarah + Alysia sit down with Erin McKenna: Founder of Erin McKenna’s Bakery. Erin is a perpetual inspiration, indelible entrepreneur, mother of three, and pioneer of the vegan, gluten-free movement since 2005. Today - as then - they focus on the underserved - people with gluten, dairy, egg, and soy sensitivities, the health-minded and - most import…
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Sarah + Alysia keep it light this week with a high-stakes game of ‘Never Have I Ever!’ But not before talking about some very important topics and getting into a few key entertainment recommendations. We listen to a Spill the Whine from Sarah Wehkamp which sparks a long conversation about giving ourselves grace, letting go of the disclaimer, and ma…
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Alysia + Sarah sit down with Kim Brunicke, an Independent Sleep Consultant with WeeSleep. Kim reached out to S+A after listening to Sarah’s cries for help in a recent episode - and graciously offered her help and support. Today you’ll hear some great advice from Kim, her story behind the journey of becoming a Sleep Consultant, what went down the la…
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Alysia + Sarah chat so many things before getting to the point of the episode. We all have said it. “I love my kid, but….” THE disclaimer. The one we feel we must give so people we are talking to know we aren’t a bad parent. Truth is, we are better parents for talking about it. There may also be a few appearances by one child in question that is lo…
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Sarah + Alysia chat about having some messy feelings this week before diving into the topic at hand: milestones. Are they helpful or harmful or somewhere in between? Then we hear a Spill the Whine story from Kelsey, who has spent her entire time as a mother - from conception to now three months in - stuck in a pandemic. Find Kelsey on instagram @k.…
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Sarah + Alysia sit down to talk about a specific phrase used mainly as an emotional cushion. We often feel the need to respond “it gets better” when our friends are telling us hardships - when really we just need to sit with them in the darkness and remember that listening with empathy is powerful. They also explain why this episode was recorded mu…
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Alysia + Sarah bring you a special episode this week - the first installment of Fireside Chats! This is audio from an Instagram Live video where they sit in front of an actual fire and do a sampling of Flying Embers spicy hard seltzer, take a few tequila shots, talk a little about parenting, and maybe get a little slap-happy! Go to their IGTV to wa…
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Alysia + Sarah discuss that feeling: when and how did it happen? Or did it never really hit you? They also talk about an Idol Affaire, a Beach Entanglement, and so. much. more. Plus an incredible Spill the Whine from our first male caregiver - Ryan - who is also a modern bartender for COVID times. Give him a follow @zoomtender on Instagram! Continu…
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Sitting with us this week is Abbey Heagney of Wellness With Abbey. She is a wellness coach dedicated to helping busy women break-free from diet culture + create sustainable habits for a more balanced and energetic life. We talk about what me time means for busy parents, how to figure out what would actually serve us best, how to break away from tha…
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Four crises happening at once – pandemic, economic recession, climate crisis and systemic inequalities - the largest (and perhaps best) online conference we’ll probably see this year addresses all four: WineFuture 2021. On today’s episode, Mike and Emma are joined by our esteemed guests, Pancho Campo and David Furer, the ringleaders of this auspici…
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Sarah + Alysia tackle help and why it’s so hard to ask for it. This episode has everything: an incredible Spill the Whine from Adri - Sarah’s lifelong friend, podcast recommendations, beekeeping talk, menstruation conversation, and so much more. Continue the conversation with us on Instagram @hittingthebottle! Please send Spill the Whine submission…
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For a change of pace on today's episode, Mike and Emma talk amongst themselves weighing in on what it takes for International Wines to have a presence here in the U.S. Their combined multi-years of experience is well worth a listen. Be sure to pay attention! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/htbpodcast/support…
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Find us on Instagram to continue the conversation @hittingthebottle In this crossover series, Alysia and Sarah get your questions answered by Hannah + Kelty of Upbringing. They are twins, coaches, and speakers certified in Simplicity Parenting, Positive Discipline, and trained in Foundations of the respectful parenting approach, RIE. Find them at t…
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Alysia + Sarah discuss sleep. The lack of, the yearn for, the hope for the future of. We also have an incredible Spill the Whine, and chat for possibly too long about Bernie Sanders. Continue the conversation with us on Instagram @hittingthebottle Please submit all inquiries and Spill the Whine submissions to hello@hittingthebottlepod.com Theme son…
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Alysia + Sarah read stories from listeners and weigh in on the uncool stuff our parents did to us growing up that may no longer be accepted in modern society - and probably shouldn't have been accepted then. There is also some Bridgerton talk - so spoiler alert, if you're behind and have yet to binge-watch. Continue the conversation with us on Inst…
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Alysia + Sarah chat about making (and losing) friends as a new parent and the struggles of finding people that relate. They also review some fantastical products that are must-haves for normal humans and parents alike. Continue the conversation with us on Instagram @hittingthebottle Please submit all inquiries and Spill the Whine submissions to hel…
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In this first (extra-long) episode of the year - Alysia + Sarah discuss new year's resolutions, body after baby and so much more. The episode wraps with three incredible Spill the Whine submissions that speak to parents and non-parents alike. Continue the conversation with us on Instagram @hittingthebottle Please submit all inquiries and Spill the …
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Find us on Instagram to continue the conversation @hittingthebottle FREE MINI-GUIDE DOWNLOAD w/ CODE "BOTTLE" https://www.upbringing.co/shop/screens In this crossover episode, Alysia and Sarah get to ham it up with Hannah + Kelty of Upbringing. They are twins, coaches, and speakers certified in Simplicity Parenting, Positive Discipline, and trained…
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Continue the conversation with us on Instagram @hittingthebottle Alysia and Sarah share stories told by our listeners, with three Spill the Whine submissions you won't want to miss. Please submit all inquiries and Spill the Whine submissions to hello@hittingthebottlepod.com Theme song by Meaghan Casey. www.meaghancasey.com If you find yourself stru…
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Continue the conversation with us on Instagram @hittingthebottle Sarah and Alysia start strong with stories of toddlers and monthly visits and move into some heavy conversations that surround the guilt and shame many parents experience. Please submit all inquiries and Spill the Whine submissions to hello@hittingthebottlepod.com Theme song by Meagha…
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According to multiple sources, there are over 1.5 million podcasts and 34 million episodes as of October 2020. 50% of all U.S. homes are podcast fans, 49% of podcast listening is done at home, and 22% of listening is done in the car. 45 percent of monthly podcast listeners have household income over $75,000. All the major media companies like NPR, …
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Continue the conversation with us on Instagram @hittingthebottle This week Alysia and Sarah discuss their experiences with postpartum anxiety and hear a story about misplaced items that we all can relate to. Please submit all inquiries and Spill the Whine submissions to hello@hittingthebottlepod.com Theme song by Meaghan Casey. www.meaghancasey.com…
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Continue the conversation with us on Instagram @hittingthebottle This Chaser episode exclusively focuses on listener Spill the Whine submissions. Featuring two incredible stories highlighting birth and breastfeeding. Both tell a story of expecting one thing, and not being prepared for the reality of what is to come. Please submit all inquiries and …
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Continue the conversation with us on Instagram @hittingthebottle Alysia and Sarah discuss the day their pee changed the rest of their lives and listen to a Spill the Whine submission that will make you thankful for the enormous stash of hand sanitizer you carry these days. Please submit all inquiries and Spill the Whine submissions to hello@hitting…
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This week Alysia and Sarah take a deep dive into their personal birth stories and listen to a special Spill the Whine birth story submission. Please submit all inquiries and Spill the Whine submissions to hello@hittingthebottlepod.com Theme song by Meaghan Casey. www.meaghancasey.com The contents of our show have many references to alcohol and drin…
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You may have read (or heard of) the explosive report by The New York Times that reveals an ongoing culture of sexual abuse and harassment in one of the upper levels of the gourmet food world, the master sommeliers. Certified master sommeliers are an elite circle, considering that only 155 people have earned the title since the Americas chapter of t…
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2020 has taught us many things. One of the biggest lessons learned is just how important it is to be Web Savvy in the Wine Industry. To that end, today Emma and Mike speak with George Christie, founder of the Wine Industry Network and purveyor of arguably the most read newsletter in the wine business, Wine Industry Advisor. The three discuss how to…
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Continue the conversation with us on Instagram @hittingthebottle Come see what we're about. Set your alarms. Mark your calendars. Stock your bar. We're coming to your homes December 1.由Hitting the Bottle
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Crisis communications is something that we rarely think about until we actually need it. If 2020 has proven anything, it's that a crisis can and will happen any time: Covid, fires, an injury in the winery, a tank spill, or something along those lines. How you react can be a make or break situation, so it's better to be prepared and think of solutio…
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Marketing automation refers to software platforms and services that are created for marketing professionals to communicate on multiple channels online more effectively and automate repetitive tasks. Things such as setting up email workflows, integrating your CRM with your email marketing system, automating social media online. This is something tha…
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Late last year, I had a conversation with Christine Moll from O'Neill Vintner's about leadership. And she actually defines it as three things - good leadership has the great ability to inspire, motivate, and mobilize. That it really kind of takes into consideration the individual rather than the role. So, it's like people over tasks. There's no bla…
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Are you frustrated with the slowness of adoption of marketing technologies in the wine biz? It still lags behind many other industries, and the feeling is that we're falling behind. That is, until Covid happened, and it's forced many wineries to move out of their comfort zone and embrace more marketing, automation, integrating email marketing, and …
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One of the many challenges facing beverage marketers is working within a highly regulated industry. Selling Wine and Spirits can be complicated for the uninitiated. From knowing the difference between a front label and a brand label, to the strict limits on samples to retailers, to Tied House laws and social media. Remaining compliant with the laws…
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Welcome, Hit the Bottle listeners, I'm your host, Michael Wangbickler. When you have an opportunity to spend an hour with one of your respected peers, it's a refreshing experience. It makes you remember why you do what you do, and that there are others out there that have similar experiences and thoughts. That was the case when Tom Wark, founder of…
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Welcome back Hit the Bottle with your host, Michael Wangbickler. They say, “You should never meet your heroes.” The people that you admire may disappoint you by not living up to your expectations when you encounter them in real life. The internet is full of horror stories about people meeting their celebrity idols and being crushed by the experienc…
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