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"The Good Stuff"

Virginie Boone, Karissa Kruse

Booking Overview

A regional wine-industry interview podcast focused on Sonoma County wine, vineyards, farming, and the people behind the region’s businesses, it typically features local winemakers, grape growers, winery executives, founders, chefs, sommeliers, and civic leaders. Credible pitches include wine entrepreneurs, sustainable agriculture experts, hospitality leaders, and community figures with a meaningful Sonoma County connection; booking difficulty is low to medium because guests are established professionals but generally regional rather than nationally prominent.

Metrics

Episodes: 100

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Estimated listeners: < 100

Listener location: USA

Instagram: 7.2k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

info@sonomawinegrape.org

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Host

Virginie Boone - Wine writer and critic specializing in Sonoma County and California wines.

Karissa Kruse - Sonoma County wine industry executive and advocate focused on winegrowing, sustainability, and regional promotion.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

low
Typical Credentials:  
Sonoma County winemakers, grape growers, winery founders, wine company executives, hospitality professionals, chefs, sommeliers, and civic or community leaders with direct regional expertise.
Required Achievements:  
Founded or led a winery or wine brand, Built a recognized winegrowing or hospitality operation, Held senior leadership in the wine industry, Advanced sustainability or community initiatives, Served in prominent regional civic or public-service roles

Recent Guest Discussions

Alex Ehret - Family Winegrowing History, Sustainable Land Stewardship, German Heritage, Vineyards, Truffle Cultivation, And Wine Tourism.

Christian Ehret - Family Winegrowing History, Sustainable Land Stewardship, German Heritage, Vineyards, Truffle Cultivation, And Wine Tourism.

Claudia Ross - Family Winemaking, Syrah Cultivation, Reinvention, Community, And Establishing Roots In Knights Valley.

Alexandra O'Gorman - Wine Industry Leadership, Community Relations, Sustainability, Hospitality, And Sonoma County Winery Experiences.

Sharon Wright - Public Service, Community Gathering Spaces, Regional Events, And The Future Of The Sonoma County Fairgrounds.

Recent Topics

Sonoma County, Wine, Viticulture, Winemaking, Farming

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
"The Good Stuff"
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"The Good Stuff" - Episode 157: Sarah Citron

October 16, 2026

This week, hosts Karissa and Virginie sit down with Sarah Citron, CEO & Co-Founder of Bricoleur Vineyards, to explore how family legacy, creative marketing, and a passion for bringing people together are shaping the future of Sonoma County wine.  Tune in as Sarah shares her journey from fashion and digital marketing in New York City to building a welcoming wine country destination rooted in her family’s deep Sonoma County ties. From immersive wine and culinary experiences to sustainable f...

"The Good Stuff" - Episode 157: Mike Bailey

October 09, 2026

This week, hosts Karissa and Virginie sit down with Mike Bailey, Global Director of High Value & Small Acre Crops at John Deere, to explore how technology, innovation, and relationships are shaping the future of agriculture.  Tune in as Mike shares his passion for helping farmers tackle real-world challenges, the importance of understanding growers’ needs, and how pilot programs in Sonoma County are bringing new solutions into the vineyard to advance the future of winegrowing. Don’s miss ...

"The Good Stuff" - Episode 156: Taylr Cuneo

October 02, 2026

This week, hosts Karissa and Virginie sit down with Taylr Cuneo of Hamel Family Wines to hear about her unconventional path into the wine industry and the experiences that shaped her along the way.  From business school in Chicago to culinary school, Taylr has brought together her love of food, hospitality, wine, and agriculture to her career. Tune in as she shares how her passion for cooking began at a young age, the lessons she’s learned through the “school of life” in the wine industry, an...

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Frequently asked questions

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"The Good Stuff"
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How do I get in touch with "The Good Stuff"?

"The Good Stuff" is hosted by Virginie Boone and Karissa Kruse. Its publicly listed email is info@sonomawinegrape.org. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for "The Good Stuff"?

The publicly listed email for "The Good Stuff": info@sonomawinegrape.org.

How many listeners does "The Good Stuff" have?

Podseeker estimates "The Good Stuff" reaches fewer than 100 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for "The Good Stuff"?

"The Good Stuff" typically books industry leaders. Typical guest background: Sonoma County winemakers, grape growers, winery founders, wine company executives, hospitality professionals, chefs, sommeliers, and civic or community leaders with direct regional expertise. Common among recent guests: Founded or led a winery or wine brand; Built a recognized winegrowing or hospitality operation; Held senior leadership in the wine industry. Recent guests include Alex Ehret, Christian Ehret, and Claudia Ross.

How hard is it to get booked on "The Good Stuff"?

Low. A guest with relevant expertise and a clear angle for its audience has a realistic chance.

What topics does "The Good Stuff" cover?

Recent episodes cover Sonoma County, Wine, Viticulture, Winemaking, and Farming. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

info@sonomawinegrape.org

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