The Talk Pod

John Gardner introduces Talk Pod listeners to the unique, foundational principles he employs in his practice as founder and principal of three successful investment and wealth management companies. While John is a Certified Financial Planner and a Certified Portfolio Manager who works with high net-worth investors, his advice is sound and applicable to listeners of all income levels. Listen and le...

This is publisher Eric Johnson's interview with the author of the historical autobiography, "Displaced." In this interview, Kapus shares how his family left Budapest during the waning years of WWII, as Stalin's troops began their brutal occupation of the Hungarian homeland. Leaving everything behind, the Kapus family eventually arrived in Berkeley, California, to become proud American citizens. Ka...

We've all heard about the amazing benefits of the coming 5G technology, but do we know the risks? This rollout is happening, even though the long term health effects are unknown. As current 4G EMF exposure is already linked to numerous health risks like reproductive harm, DNA damage, and even certain types of cancer, Americans need to be educated about 5G and the significant increase in heath risk...

This exclusive 43 minute interview with Apollo 11 astronaut Buzz Aldrin, the second man to walk on the Moon, with ALIVE Magazine publisher Eric Johnson, was recorded soon after the USS Hornet's (the Apollo 11 recovery ship) "Splashdown 40" event in July 2009. The complete interview was featured in the October 2009 issue of ALIVE East Bay Magazine.

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Eric Johnson talks about divisions in America today.

Elizabeth Kate tells us all about Los Angeles' recent "Effervescence LA," the USA's premier Champagne and Sparkling Wine event. 

Elizabeth Kate talks about sweet wines and Tawny Port; perfect pairings with chocolate and desserts.

The Talk Pod and ALIVE Magazine's wine and spirits expert, Elizabeth Kate, tell us all about this All-American, "sophisticated" cocktail. Whether shaken or stirred, it is meant to be enjoyed. Here's how.  

Forget about "saving" that bottle of Champagne and other sparkling wines for some "special" occasion--make every event special by serving and enjoying sparkling wine!

What effect will the devastating fires in California this past October have on the Napa and Sonoma wine industry?

Elizabeth Kate shares with our listeners where and how to enjoy what Mexico (Baja California) has to offer to wine and adventure lovers.

Wine and spirits expert Elizabeth Kate introduces The Talk Pod listeners to the "Stars of Pinot." 

Eric Johnson continues his discussion about how and why Donald Trump was elected, and why many people support him today.

Elizabeth Kate tells us all about the amazing Greenbar Craft Distillery and the organic spirits they produce.

Eric Johnson looks at what enabled Donald Trump to win the Presidency and who voted for him.

Elizabeth Kate discusses sparkling wines.

Elizabeth Kate discusses dessert wines - and how to make your holiday sweet!  

Elizabeth Kate discusses Thanksgiving wine.

Elizabeth Kate discusses the pleasures of bitters.

Tired of wine? Elizabeth Kate suggest trying gin for a change!

Elizabeth Kate discusses quality wines from Australia.

Elizabeth Kate talks about "The Best Wines of Summer"