{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/5f9057e5f9ffaf342294a58a/65bfc4fe7d2ef10018578b2d?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"The State of the Wine Union: Talking Wine, Writing, and Culture with Karen MacNeil","description":"<p>Welcome back to The Black Wine Guy Experience! In this episode, our host MJ Towler is joined by the incredible Karen MacNeil for a captivating conversation about the world of wine, writing, and media.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>They delve into the dichotomy of delayed gratification in writing books versus the immediate feedback from digital media, and Karen's opposition to Dry January, advocating instead for moderation and the cultural significance of wine.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>They share personal experiences, from the joys of working in the wine industry to the challenges of creating valuable content in the digital media space. Stay tuned as they discuss the impact of societal changes and misinformation on the wine industry, and the unifying nature of wine in bringing people together.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>So grab a glass of your favorite wine and tune in for an enriching and enlightening episode!</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>A Massive THANK YOU to KAREN MACNEIL!!!</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>For more information about <a href=\"https://www.karenmacneil.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Karen</a> click the link!</p><p><br></p><p>To subscribe to <a href=\"https://winespeed.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Wine Speed</a> click the link!</p><p><br></p><p>Follow <a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/karenmacneilco/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Karen</a> on IG!</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>____________________________________________________________</p><p>Until next time, cheers to the mavericks, philosophers, deep thinkers, and wine drinkers!&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>Subscribe and give The Black Wine Guy Experience a 5-star review on whichever platform you listen to.</p><p><br></p><p>For insider info from MJ and exclusive content from the show, sign up at&nbsp;</p><p><a href=\"https://blackwineguy.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Blackwineguy.com</a></p><p>Follow MJ<a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/blackwineguy/?hl=en\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"> @blackwineguy</a></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Thank you to our sponsor,</strong> <strong><em>GrenacheFest</em></strong>. The Second Annual Grenache Festival in Walla Walla, Washington, will be held on November 8th, 2024. It will feature a seated comparative seminar, followed by live music, food, plenty of Grenache wines, and tons of fun.</p><p><br></p><p>For more information, go to <a href=\"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/first-annual-grenache-festival-walla-walla-tickets-563723671677?aff=oddtdtcreator\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">GrenacheFest</a></p><p><br></p><p>Follow GrenacheFest on IG <a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/grenachefest/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">GrenacheFest</a></p><p><br></p>","author_name":"Marvin J. Towler"}