Chords, Vines & Dines

We sit down with Francesco Cusimano, owner/chef of Rustico Ristorante and Pizzeria. For Francesco, it's all about heart. Redbone made a huge name for themselves with Come and Get Your Love. Meet Raven and Redbone 2.0!

The holidays are here! Kat, Gary, and I eat our way through our visit with Robert Schueller, head of publicity for Melissa's Produce. From potatoes to apples, to squash, chestnuts and so much more, here's everything you need to complete you holiday table!

Brian and Maryann have released their new CD as a tribute to their late son Brett. We talk about the release and how they chose what to include. Chef Jorj Morgan will join us in a future episode

Gary Dalton has been a fixture in the Southern California for decades. With this episode he becomes a member of the Chords, Vines & Dines team. Chris Johnston is the owner and winemaker of Middle Ridge Winery. Years ago I named him the "Mad Scientest of Idyllwild".

Joanne Ledesma does it all when it comes to music. She also manages Cross-Eyed Possum, The Water Tower, Hillary Klug, and others. Join us for a fascinating visit with her. Robert Schueller from our official produce sponsor Melissa's Produce will bring us up to date on all things produce as we transition from summer to fall.

Dave Blackburn and Robin Adler are a husband-and-wife musical duo. For years they have been paying tribute to Joni Mitchell. We visit with them and feature songs from Dave's new album "Air". Paul Preston is "The Movie Guy" and takes us to the movies.

Alice Wallace is a singer/songwriter who has just released her first album since moving to Nashville. We just happen to think it's terrific! Malek Amrani is the founder and winemaker for The Vice Wines in Napa.

David Alexander shot the cover photo for The Eagles "Hotel California" and dozens of others. He talks about his new book. Blake Johnson heads up A3, the American Aronia Accelerator.

Robert Schueller from Melissa's Produces introduces spring produce to use. Paul Preston takes us to the movies. We revisit Billy David.

Meet the creator of Vino Voss, your virtual AI sommelier, and author Adam Kaat who tells us about life in the service industry during COVID.

Join us as we visit with actor Peter Onorati. If you don't know the name you know his work from Goodfellas, Sex and The City, SWAT, Murder One, The Big Bang Theory, and on and on. Sean Roberts is back for "Inside The Spotlight". We go to the movies with Paul Preston "The Movie Guy".

Billy David tells us about his latest album. Paul Preston "The Movie Guy" fills us in on what's happening at the movies

Nick Haritatos is the author of the true-life story "No Limits". Michelle Mandro is the founder and president of Wine Country Women. Paul Preston is "The Movie Guy"! Melissa's Produce is the official produce sponsor of Chords, Vines, and Dines.

We met Eileen Saint Lauren earlier this year. She has just published "Southern Light, Oxford Mississippi" and is a Pulitzer Prize nominee. Ricky Lewis fronts the Eagles tribute band, Desperado. Like pudding? You'll love Famous PUDN! We chat with the father and son team. The Movie Guy is back!

Fall is here and Robert Schueller from Melissa's Produce shares the bounty of Autumn with us. We catch up with Elden Lisalda, saxophone, guitar, and vocals with the Gunboat Kings. Sean Roberts joins us with the latest installment of "Inside The Spotlight."

Michael Higgins is the creator of the Exploring Wine Regions book series and has just published California's Central Coast. Stephanie Franklin is launching Fly Wines, a different twist on wine clubs. Jonathan Ross and his wife Jane are Master Sommeliers who have just published How To Drink Australian.

Baltimore residents know Cris Jacobs' music very well and for good reason. Cris is an extraordinary singer and songwriter. Kat Eliis and Tom Plant settle in for an intimate visit with him.

Dustin Jake is a singer/songwriter based in the Temecula Valley. We share a great visit and listen to some of his original songs. Robert Southward manages The Temecula Cookie Company. The number one ingredient is butter! Need I say more?

Lee Rocker is the bass player and founding member of The Stray Cats. We catch up with him in advance of his appearance with Buzz Campbell at Wiens Family Winery. Paul Preston is "The Movie Guy". Catch hos first installment.

Buzz Campbell has a rich musical history including stints with the Stray Cats, Lee Rocker, Sha Na Na and so much more. Nandita Godbole has just published Masaleydaar - Classic Indian Spice Blends. We invite you to join in on our conversations with these talented people.

Dennis McNally was the historian and publicist for the Grateful Dead. Dennis is a master storyteller with a wealth of stories to share. Every third Sunday Sean Roberts joins us for Inside The Spotlight.

Gerald Berns is an acclaimed author and actor who recently published Thank You Mr. Emerson. Nicole Farrell is an entrepreneur and singer.

We shed a few tears over the loss of Jimmy Buffet. Our guests are singer/songwriter Paul Durham, author and historian William Forstchen, and founder of the GSFE, Robbie Motter.

Marlena Martin is the founder and Executive Director of Women of Achievement. Steve Bearse is the Executive Chef and owner of New Life Culinary Creations. Lisa Castle sings with both Seismic and LDR Acoustic.

We share our previous visit with Georgette Jones. We talk about her new "Apple Sin" Whiskey, reminisce about her legendary parents George Jones and Tammy Wynette, and listen to her superb music. We debut "Inside The Spotlight" with Sean Robers. Sean talks about musical equipment he's been checking out, and happenings in the world of music.