Uncorked with Funny Wine Girl

There's nothing like a good bargain to trigger a dopamine hit. Some people love the thrill of negotiating while others just love seeing how far their dollars can stretch. Summertime offers us many opportunities to bargain hunt. Whether you call it a yard sale, garage sale or car boot sale (as they do in the UK), it means a fun weekend activity for those who enjoy the thrill of the hunt. My gue...

Dry July isn't a thing but many people are becoming "sober curious," turning to mocktails and other non-alcoholic beverages to feel better overall and reduce the health risks that come from drinking alcohol. This week my guest is Rose Nogan, a certified recovery specialist, sober living coach and owner of White Tail Sober Living for women. We talk about Rose's approach to recovery for herself and...

I've lost count of how many times this week's guest has been on my podcast. My pal Pittsburgh-based comedian, children's performer, public speaker and mental health advocate Gab Bonesso is back on the podcast to talk about summertime fun. More specifically, we dive into Gab's love of sharks and excitement for the 50th anniversary of Jaws this summer. Then the conversation explodes...

I've said it many times and it's something I believe bears repeating. Regardless of memes or jokes about a place--whether Scranton, New Jersey or West Virginia--every place has its problems, but every place is still home to someone. You can often find me rolling my eyes when I hear people complain there's nothing to do in Scranton (or Northeast PA) and then I promptly rattle off some o...

This week is like Christmas in June for me. I get to talk more about perimenopause--ya know how much I like to talk about that! The conversation covers the power of the big bad bit$h Estrogen and so much more about wellness for women. My guest this week is Lisa Rigau MS, BSN, RN, DipACLM Health & Wellness Nutritionist and Certified Teacher of Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction, Healthy Lifesty...

There is so much heaviness out there. It's hard not to feel almost buried by it some days. At least that's how I've felt over these past few days. With that said, I have experienced such positives personally in the past week or two that I feel hopeful, grounded and grateful. This week it's a conversation with myself--I'm talking about NEPA Gives that raised over a million dolla...

OMG, I can't believe she said that! There's no turning back from this. Pardon me, I'm trying out some click baity type intros for this week's podcast episode, don't mind me. We don't need no stinking gimmicks; my guest Gab Bonesso and I are entertaining enough--at least we think we are. You know her, you love her. It's my serial podcast guest Gab--the world famous comed...

Picture it. You're leaning back in your chair staring out at the lush green Endless Mountains of northeastern Pennsylvania while sipping a Cabernet Franc or Traminette and petting a friendly, loving dog who needs a forever home. Your stress level is low and your contentment is heightened. That's the kind of idyllic afternoon my podcast guest Jen Estelle envisions for you and her future vis...

My guests this week believe in a holistic approach to success and happiness and they're encouraging other women to consider this approach by strengthening five pillars that help build the foundation for wealth in our lives. Scranton business woman Megan Alpert of J oy World Wealth Partners is hosting Abundance Life, a four-week workshop series featuring fabulous women of NEPA presenting on one of...

This week's guest led me on such an enriching conversation. I was connected to my guest Rashida Lovely from my friend Jennifer Partyka (former guest) but I did not know the pathways we would venture down. Allow me to introduce the lovely, innovative, intelligent and compassionate Rashida Lovely, president of Newave Enterprise/Social innovator/blockchain evangelist/fairness advocate/developer/d...

We've all been through transitions and change in life. It happens all the time. But imagine having a bunch of them happening at once: your parent becoming ill, your spouse gaining a job in another state, handling the sale of your house so you can relocate and join your spouse. Oh, and add to that sundae of life the cherry on top of having to find a new job. My guest this week and dear, lifelon...

Hey there listeners. It's my anniversary month and there's five Thursdays in May so I'm kicking things off with a mini-sode on my own, sans guest. Now some of you might be kicking your heels in delight at this news while others might be groaning a bit. Fear not, I'll be back next week with another fabulous femme guest. For now, enjoy my thoughts on women supporting women, tooting my horn as I cele...

Earth Day was celebrated just two days ago but my guest this week takes actions every day to show love for our planet. Gabby Lynn is not only a friend, but a podcast sponsor as well. She is the creative maker and mind behind the business of Reinvented Threads. Gabby says, "I owe my love of fabric to my mother, who loved to sew….and love of all things repurposed to my Father, who introduced me...

Happy Earth Day 2025! On Thursday, this week's full episode of Uncorked with Funny Wine Girl will publish but I just had to share part of my conversation with guest Gabby Lynn today. Gabby is the maker behind Reinvented Threads, a socially responsible and ethical business dedicated to sustainability. She is working to keep items out of the landfills while adding beauty to our lives with handma...

Remember when one of the biggest concerns being talked about was the increasing cost of eggs? Now with tariff turmoil and concerns that extend beyond groceries, it's time to take a serious look at your finances and create a pre-crisis budget to help you get through the tough times ahead. My guest this week is my friend and podcast sponsor Emily Hickox of ⁠ Budget Through Life ⁠. Emily has year...

This week on the podcast I continue the conversation about humor and comedy with writer Kat Aldrich who is about to premiere her one-woman show Tumor Baby at Steelstacks in Bethlehem PA. Get your tickets at: https://www.steelstacks.org/event/168... Kat shares how therapeutic writing comedy has been for her in some serious times of her life and how excited she is to share this with the audience. Th...

We know that April showers bring May flowers but what do April laughs bring? I guess they bring what laughs in every month bring: feelings of wellness, a better mood, reduced stress and anxiety, connection with others and fun! My pal Gab Bonesso--serial guest and Pittsburgh-based comedian, public speaker, mental health advocate and performer for children-- and I are celebrating the start of Nation...

Social media can be a scary place. But, it can also be a place where people connect over their talents, shared interests and passions, and desire to help others. I met this week's guest Lori Prashker-Thomas through a women's group on Facebook and I had also seen her posts on various platforms so I knew she was a person with cool interests, like officiating weddings and taking beautiful pho...

During these times, there is no certainty that organizations delivering invaluable and lifesaving services will continue to be supported through federal funds. Fortunately, right now Maternal and Family Health Services is funded and able to provide vital services like WIC nutrition, pregnancy care, breast and cervical screenings, emergency contraception, birth control and so much more that women n...

Viktor Frankl wrote an impactful book called "Man's Search for Meaning" in which he says the search for meaning is the primary driving force in human life, and that even in the face of immense suffering, we can find meaning through purposeful work, love, and courage in the face of adversity.  NEPA resident Melissa Roberts has found meaning and purpose in her life, and part of that in...

There's no question that there are glass ceilings yet to be broken and that girls do not have as many role models to look up to in many areas as boys do. But...we have made progress and things ARE changing! Scranton native Natalie Jurosky, who now lives in Orlando, is one woman leading that change so that young girls can gain confidence, musical skills and have a blast rocking out in their own...

This is a month that's chock full of Thursdays. That means this week's minisode is a bonus that features Funny Wine Girl Jeannine Luby sharing her thoughts and promoting some upcoming laughter-inducing events! Some of you might click your heels with delight at this news while others might groan a bit. Either way, rest assured that in the weeks ahead you will hear from more fabulous guests...

Society's mores used to set the tone for personal milestones in life. And to some degree, I guess they still do, but times are a changing. So we don't have to follow the formula set by others. We can make our own path. My guest this week is Christine Souza, a New York woman who poses the question "Did I Miss My Exit?" in her newly released book of personal essays. With humor, she...

Heart health is such an important topic that I wanted to keep it beating with two episodes. Last week you heard from Dee Burkins who shared her heart health story and this week my guest is Kristen Martin, the Development Director of the Northeast PA Chapter of the American Heart Association. She shares information about prevention, warning signs of heart disease, hands only CPR , upcoming events a...

When Dee Burkins' doctor dismissed her complaints of chest pain and other consistent symptoms for nearly three years, she knew it was time to find a new doctor because her gut was telling her that something was wrong. Her advice to every one, especially women, is to trust your gut and know that you can always seek treatment from another doctor who listens and responds with care. With February desi...