The Wine & Chisme Podcast

The Wine & Chisme Podcast

The Wine & Chisme Podcast is where meaningful conversations flow as freely as the wine. Host Jessica Yañez creates an intimate space for professionals, artists, and changemakers from communities of color to share their unfiltered stories of career, love, and transformation. Each week, guests "spill the wine" through authentic chisme (Spanish for gossip) on their own terms—challenging narratives about whose voices deserve to be heard. More than a podcast, it's a celebration of untold stories that builds bridges and creates lasting change. Grab a glass and join the conversation every Wednesday. #WineAndChismeWednesday

Episodes

October 8, 2025 74 mins
Wine in This Episode: Seis Soles, 2022 'Colibri' Lodi Carignane In this week's conversation, Jessica welcomes back returning guest Rachel Matos — a creative leader and storyteller who shares how her journey has evolved since her last appearance on the show. Together, they explore what it means to honor change, step away from outdated expectations, and embrace the messy, beautiful reality of growth. Rachel opens up about finding...
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In this very special live-recorded episode, Jessica visits Balanza Vineyard in the heart of Oregon’s Dundee Hills to sit down with Chaly and Kerry Balanza and hear the beautiful love story that became the foundation of their wine journey. From their first meeting on a tennis court in Austin, Texas, to falling in love with Oregon Pinot Noir, and finally planting roots in wine country, Chaly and Kerry’s story is one of passion, risk...
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Get ready for a conversation that will shake you to your core! This week, Jessica sits down with Cynthia and Jeanette, the powerhouse duo behind Taboo Talks: Latina Edition — a podcast and community that's fearlessly dismantling the walls of silence around Latina experiences. In this raw, unfiltered conversation, we dive deep into why these two mujeres decided to create a space where the stories we've been taught to whisper are fi...
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Featured Wine: 2023 Rosé of Pinot Noir by Cramoisi Vineyard In this episode of The Wine & Chisme Podcast, host Jessica Yañez sits down with Rose Gutierrez, a passionate Latina leader, to talk about authenticity, courage, and the power of using your voice. Rose shares her journey of navigating spaces where Latinas are often overlooked, how she embraced her identity, and the lessons she’s learned about showing up unapologetically. ...
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We’re back with Season 6 of The Wine & Chisme Podcast! To kick things off, I’m joined by Sofia, the passionate Latina vintner behind Cramoisi Vineyard, located in Oregon’s stunning Willamette Valley. In this episode, Sofia shares her journey from growing up in Chile surrounded by wine culture to becoming a vineyard owner just outside of Portland, OR. We talk about the challenges and triumphs of carving out space as a Latina in t...
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We come to the end of Season 5 and host Jessica Yañez and returning favorite Erika Sanchez come together for more than just wine and chisme. They open with an important conversation about the current climate in our country, addressing the ICE raids affecting our communities and the ongoing No Kings protest movement that's demanding justice and accountability. From there, the two reflect on the end of another incredible season of t...
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🍷 Wine Notes: As always, the episode begins with what’s in our glasses! Jessica, Ellie, and Jo kick off the chisme with their wine picks of the week—because no conversation on The Wine & Chisme Podcast is complete without it. Host: Jessica YañezGuest Moderator: Ellie OsornoGuest: Jo Delgado (@thecreativeinka) 🎧 Episode Summary: In this powerful and deeply personal episode of The Wine & Chisme Podcast, guest moderator Ellie Os...
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Today's Sip & Savor: Seis Soles Rosé About Yazmin: Yazmin Garcia is a 32-year-old U.S. citizen, stay-at-home mother of three, and talented artist from Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico. She creates artwork that celebrates Hispanic culture, empowers women, and advocates for mental health awareness. Her work has been featured at the Consulate of Mexico in Las Vegas and previously at the Mayor's Museum in Las Vegas (featuring her piece "O...
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This week, Jessica sits down with David Salazar — the son of immigrant farmworkers and the winemaker, owner, and visionary behind Reclamación Wines. From his upbringing in agricultural roots to earning a degree in Viticulture and Enology from Fresno State, David’s journey has taken him across wine regions from Paso Robles to Napa Valley and as far as New Zealand. In this episode, David opens up about why he launched Reclamación Wi...
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Sip & Savor 2023 Vino Blanco by Parra Wine Co. It’s the last Wednesday of the month—and that means it’s Chisme Time! Host Jessica Yañez is joined by friend and returning guest Erika Sanchez for a laid-back, hilarious, and heartfelt conversation. From the chisme of the wedding Jessica attended in Cabo, to Met Gala hit and misses, Bad Bunny world tour and more. They really go off the rails and no topic is off the table. It's gi...
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Wine Selection: This episode pairs perfectly with a 2023 Voces Tempranillo from Bodegas de la Real Divisa, a Mexican-American owned winery celebrating heritage through vibrant, bold expressions. In this powerful episode, Jessica sits down with first-generation Mexican-American attorney Adriana Brava, who's on a mission to protect families of color through legal education and estate planning. Over wine and honest conversation, the...
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If you've ever been told to "just take birth control and come back when you want to get pregnant," this episode is for you. This week, we're joined by Ellie Osorio—a registered dietitian, medical doctor (MD in Mexico), and leading Latina PCOS expert—who is changing the conversation around hormonal health for women of color. After being diagnosed with PCOS herself, Ellie realized how little support was available—especially for Lat...
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Sip & Savor Marble Wines Red Blend In this episode, Jessica is joined by LaToya Jordan, attorney and founder of Marble Wines—a wine label that blends culture, personal evolution, and purpose. Throughout the episode, LaToya gets candid about how she redefined productivity, leaned into rest, and eventually found alignment in building a brand that fully reflects her values. Whether you’re a wine lover, entrepreneur, or someone on...
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This month-end chisme is full of bubbly vibes and hot takes! Jessica and Erika catch up over rosé (Aldina Vineyards and La Marca Prosecco Rosé, to be exact) and dive into a thoughtful and hilarious conversation that touches everything from movie controversies to the ethics of AI in entertainment. 💬 In this episode, you'll hear: 🍷 Why the end-of-month chisme episodes are fan favorites 🥂 What Jessica and Erika are sipp...
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WHAT JESSICA IS SIPPING: Honrama Cellars, 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon EPISODE OVERVIEW: This week Jessica is joined by Catalina Del Carmen, Content Coach and host of the Show Up Real Podcast, for a candid conversation about breaking money taboos and embracing authentic growth as women of color in business. With over 100K downloads on her own podcast and a New York Times feature about leaving her six-figure job to pursue entrepreneursh...
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Wine: 2020 Zinfandel, Vinos Unidos Episode Description: Dr. Lauren Frances Guerra, a Guatemalan-Ecuadorian scholar, professor, and theologian is breaking barriers in academia and religious studies. Pour yourself a glass and join us for an intimate conversation exploring the intersection of Latinx identity, faith traditions, and social justice through the lens of Dr. Guerra's personal and professional journey. Guest Bio: Dr. Laure...
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In this episode, Jessica sits down with Bob from Vinos Unidos at the historic Charleston in downtown Fullerton—a former 1920s speakeasy with beautiful exposed brick walls and vintage ambiance. Episode Highlights: Bob shares exciting news about Vinos Unidos' new wine releases, including several that haven't even hit the market yet Tasting and discussion of four distinctive wines: Amistad Sauvignon Blanc: A fruity wine with guava...
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Wine Featured: Honrama Cellars, 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Show Notes 🔥 Hot Topics Breakdown: 1. Legal Drama: Blake Lively vs. Justin Baldoni 2. Love Wins: Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco 3. Hailey Bieber: The 7-Part Viral Series Breakdown 4. Bad Bunny's Calvin Klein Moment 5. And so much more! Connect with Us Instagram: @thewineandchisme Website: www.thewineandchismepodcast.com
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