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Are food rules killing your love of cooking? You're not alone. A new national survey of 2,000+ Americans by Challenge Butter reveals a major cultural shift: people are rejecting rigid diet culture and embracing what Challenge Butter calls Culinary Individualism — the belief that cooking should reflect your taste, your mood, and your creativity. In this conversation, FlavRReport host Joe Winger sit...

Is Hollywood rewarding great storytelling or just great themes? Story expert John Truby joins Joe Wehinger on FlavRReport, part of DailyOvation.com to break down this year's Oscar race with zero filter and total clarity. John Truby has spent 35 years teaching more than 50,000 writers, directors, producers, and executives worldwide. The films they've made together have generated over $20 billion at...

What does the world's largest Gouda producer have to do with your next wine night, whiskey pairing, or dinner party charcuterie board? Everything. Joe Winger sits down with Josh Rosen, Brand Manager at FrieslandCampina Consumer Dairy, straight from the Winter Fancy Food Show in San Diego, to break down why specialty European cheese is having its biggest moment yet — and why foodies, wine collector...

Discover the perfect Valentine's Day treat that's both indulgent AND healthy! Join Joe Winger from DailyOvation.com as he sits down with Misty Skolnick from Uncle Jerry's Pretzels to explore their handmade sourdough chocolate pretzels - the ultimate gift for Valentine's Day or Galentine's Day! Uncle Jerry's combines the best of both worlds: salty, crunchy handmade sourdough pretzels with a light c...

What if the most famous story in history wasn’t what you thought it was? In this powerful conversation, actor and storyteller Thaao Penghlis reveals the hidden journey behind The Great Escape, a cinematic podcast that re-examines the escape of the Holy Family through Egypt, the real origins of the Three Wise Men, and the villains who tried to erase a prophecy. This isn’t a postcard version of Chri...

What happens when 150 years of American whiskey heritage meets an 8-barrel release? In this episode of FlavRReport from DailyOvation.com, we sit down with whiskey expert Jacki Arnold to taste three standout expressions from Old Hickory—culminating in a rare 12-year bottled-in-bond rye that delivers bold mint, spice, and chewy intensity. 00:00 Rare Whiskey Tease – Only 8 Bottles 00:37 Meet Flavor R...

What happens when a sparkling rosé stops chasing hype and starts solving real problems? In this in-depth conversation, founders Gabi Petrylaite and Frank Schilling share how Aphrodise Sparkling Rosé rose from a cold start to becoming a staple at luxury weddings, celebrity events, and major Hollywood film and TV productions. From multi-day wedding celebrations to behind-the-scenes film logistics, t...

Most energy drinks weren’t made for adults — and that’s a problem. In this episode of FlavRReport.com from DailyOvation.com, veteran brewmaster Tony Vieira (35+ years in the beverage industry behind brands like Budweiser, Blue Moon, and White Claw) breaks down why traditional energy drinks are overloaded with sugar, stimulants, and questionable ingredients — and what a functional, adult energy dri...

Butter isn’t just an ingredient — it’s the foundation of great food. In this episode of FlavRReport from DailyOvation.com , we dive deep into what makes high-quality butter a game-changer for baking, cooking, and hosting. From cookies and cakes to pasta, vegetables, and holiday spreads, discover how butter made with simple, clean ingredients can elevate every dish. We sit down with senior brand ex...

Legendary filmmaker Uwe Boll sits down at the American Film Market 2025 for his freshest interview yet. From cult classics (Postal, Rampage) to new action films and unexpected industry insights, Boll opens up about financing, streaming, the Armie Hammer comeback, global production, and the future of indie films. This is Boll exactly how fans want him—sharp, honest, fearless. 👉 Full article + cove...

In this AFM 2025 conversation, director Christine Lakin and producer Alexandra Engelson break down I Won’t Dance—a coming-of-age ballroom romance set to shoot in the Canary Islands with serious crossover appeal for theater lovers and dance fans. We dig into Christine’s journey from Step by Step to award-winning director, why ballroom is the perfect “bougie sport” for this story, how Gen Z dance cu...

Step inside American Film Market (AFM) 2025, where deals get made and the future of entertainment takes shape. In this exclusive conversation, Jeff Caruso, Senior Vice President of Sales and Success at Wrapbook, joins Daily Ovation’s Joe Winger to discuss how technology and AI are reshaping the business of filmmaking — from packaging to payback. 🎥 Learn how Wrapbook’s next-generation financial to...

The On the Rocks documentary follows the rise, fall, and revival of Primadonna —the beloved Pittsburgh restaurant run by Joseph Costanzo Jr. at the center of Maria C. Palmer and Ruthie Robbins bestselling book. In this interview, they reveal how a chance radio encounter with director Ryan Rust (Venture Road Productions) led to cameras rolling, why Pittsburgh’s steel-mill soundstages and gritty str...

The Return of Uncle Jerry’s Chocolate Pretzels — Handmade, Healthy, and Seriously Addictive In this episode, welcome back Misty Skolnick from Uncle Jerry’s Handmade Pretzels — a family-run Lancaster County classic that’s been baking natural sourdough pretzels for 35+ years. This time, Misty reveals the long-awaited comeback of their chocolate-covered pretzels — a seasonal fan favorite that’s only...

Ready to level up your snack game? Discover why Uncle Jerry’s Handmade Sourdough Pretzels are the ultimate foodie obsession—from crunchy, low-salt twists to chocolate-drenched seasonal treats. Co-owner Misty Skolnick shares the family legacy behind these small-batch Pennsylvania pretzels that are clean, all-natural, and actually good for you. 🛒 Order now before they disappear: https://unclejerrys...

Date Night with the Ultimate Chick Flick CookBook from Richard S Sargent Find Richard S Sargent previous book (The Horror Movie Night Cookbook) here: https://amzn.to/3F6PViiCan food and chick flicks actually teach us something? Author Richard S. Sargent—known for his viral Horror Movie Night Cookbook—is back, but this time, he's swapping blood for bubbly romance with his newest creation: The Ultim...

Nomadica Wines offers sparkling, rose, white, red and orange options -- both canned and bag in a box. Nomadica Wines are sourced from vineyards with responsible farming practices and winemakers who engage in low intervention wine making. Wine-lovers can be 100% confident you’re drinking serious sommelier-quality wine. Something really cool about our wines is everything's practicing organic. N...

Alec Baldwin leads Oscar Worthy Cast in thriller "Crescent City" We talk with Filmmaker RJ Collins Oscar nominee Alec Baldwin, Oscar nominee Terrence Howard, Esai Morales, Nicky Whalen star in this fast-paced thriller directed by RJ Collins. When a small southern town is terrorized by a relentless serial killer everyone becomes a suspect… including local authorities. As the body count rises and th...

Alexander Seltzer ‘s  horror short film  “The Door” brings suspense and haunting performances to Holly Shorts Synopsis: A year after their daughter’s disappearance, Kara and Felix struggle to move on in their own ways as their marriage falls apart around them. But when a mysterious door appears in her kitchen, Kara becomes obsessed with uncovering what lies behind it at any cost. Even as...

Filmmaker Erin Gavin explores Love and Video Games with “Gaming For Love” See it at LA Shorts July 22. “Gaming for Love” is a poignant narrative inspired by true events which follows the journey of Maisie, a young girl battling cancer, as she finds solace and strength in the world of online gaming. “Gaming For Love” screens at LA Shorts Monday July 22. Erin Gavin’s career has spanned over motion p...

Frank Schilling from DrinkAphrodise.com talks with Joe Winger about this lesser known grape varietal, why it's perfect for wedding and celebrations. And the delicious food he loves pairing the bubbly drink with. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Heather Holmes is a Mom of 2 under 2 with another on the way! She still has time to grow her publicity firm helping hundreds of businesses grow, make a positive impact on society, and help business owners live their best life. Today we talk with Heather Holmes about her message to businesses, how to craft the perfect pitch to get you millions of media impressions, what NOT to do when pitching medi...

Ironclad Distillery Now Serves Up Beds Alongside Their Bourbon at Kenmore Inn in Fredericksburg VA Distiller Owen King shares: "The most important thing about Ironclad for me right now is, it's the same thing it's always been, and that's try to make the best bourbon we can. The other thing is is spreading the word about our bed, breakfast and bourbon. It's a bed and breakfast in Fredericksburg, VA...

Hungry for Chinese? The App making Takeout even Tastier for you from HungryPanda. Co (FullEp) Leveraging their industry-leading delivery services, the HungryPanda app seamlessly connects food, people and culture. HungryPanda goes further with Asian food culture The 'Golden Panda Award' is a symbol of excellence in the global overseas Chinese food industry, setting the highest standard for culinary...

Joe Winger:   Just to touch on background a little bit, you were the winemaker and founder of a very successful urban winery, the  Infinite Monkey Theorem .  Then you chose to move on to where you are now at  The Ordinary Fellow .  What was that transition like for you? Ben Parsons:   The Infinite Monkey Theorem was really about disrupting the wine industry  and...