The Wine & Chisme Podcast

The Wine & Chisme Podcast

The Wine & Chisme Podcast was created to share the stories of everyday people doing extraordinary things to serve their community. Our host, Jessica Yañez brings her love for wine and passion for storytelling together to highlight the stories that need to be told in communities of color. Chisme (Spanish for gossip) comes from the interviewees themselves as they "spill the wine" on their own terms. So grab a glass of wine and join us for the new Wednesday. #WineAndChismeWednesday

Episodes

May 7, 2025 65 mins
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...
Mark as Played
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...
Mark as Played
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...
Mark as Played
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...
Mark as Played
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...
Mark as Played
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
Mark as Played
Wine Featured: Episode Description: In this episode, Jessica sits down with Cristina Escobar, a powerful voice at the intersection of race, gender, and pop culture. As co-founder and editor-in-chief of Latina Media Co, Cristina has dedicated her career to amplifying Latina and queer Latinx perspectives in media. Over wine and conversation, they explore Cristina's journey as a writer, critic, and advocate for authentic representat...
Mark as Played
WINE PARRA WINE CO, 2023 VINO BLANCO This week, Jessica sits down with Hannelyn Perez, the innovative force behind SpeechBuddy – a groundbreaking platform transforming how we approach language and communication skills development. Hannelyn's Journey First-generation Latina experience and the values that shaped her path Military service and how her veteran experience influences her leadership style Her calling to speech patholo...
Mark as Played
March 5, 2025 15 mins
Join Jessica and Luis as they recap their wine tasting experience at The Rose, a women owned wine tasting room in South Park San Diego.
Mark as Played
February 26, 2025 94 mins
Wine Featured 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon by Honrama Cellars Episode Description Pour yourself a glass and join us for this special 5-year anniversary celebration of The Wine & Chisme Podcast! Host Jessica Yañez and special guest Erika Sanchez take listeners on a journey through five years of unforgettable conversations, community building, and culture celebration. From humble beginnings in a San Diego apartment to creating the first...
Mark as Played
Featured Wine 2013 Merlot, Herencia del Valle In this powerful episode, Jessica sits down with Carrie Peralta, a former technical recruiter turned career strategist who's on a mission to help Latina professionals claim their rightful place in the tech industry. Over glasses of wine and authentic conversation, they explore how women of color can transform their unique perspectives into professional superpowers. Episode Highlights ...
Mark as Played
WINE: 2019 SOL TIERRA BY SEIS SOLES WINE Join us for an inspiring conversation with media powerhouse Honey German, who's making waves at iHeart Media's Power 105.1 and breaking ground with her podcast on the 'My Cultura' Network. Honey shares her journey as a Dominican-American woman navigating the media landscape and creating spaces for authentic representation. Episode Highlights In this heartfelt conversation, Honey opens up ...
Mark as Played
February 5, 2025 53 mins
Mi gente, join Jessica, Joye (of Joye's Gone Grazey Charcuterie) @joyesgonegrazey and Natalie of @larchmont.charcuterie on for an afternoon that’s all about community and connection. Listen as we walk through fabulous wines crafted by Latiné owned wine brands while creating the perfect cheese & charcuterie board.  Our Wine & Cheese Pairing event not only celebrates the incredible work of Black and Brown owned businesses but also g...
Mark as Played
Wine: Special Tasting Experience During the interview, Chris, owner of Seis Soles, guided the conversation through a curated wine tasting, adding an extra layer of flavor and intimacy to the discussion. Listeners will get a sensory journey alongside Julissa's career narrative. Episode Highlights In this exciting episode, host Jessica sits down with Julissa Bermudez, a pioneering Latina entertainment personality and entrepreneur who...
Mark as Played
Wine: Seis Soles White Wine Blend Get ready for a no-holds-barred conversation as Arivee Vargas joins the Wine & Chisme podcast! 🍷💁🏽‍♀️ We're diving deep into the raw, real experiences of a first-generation Latina lawyer-turned-coach who's breaking boundaries and spilling all the tea about navigating success, motherhood, and professional growth. Chisme Alert: - The REAL story behind becoming a top executive coach - Hilarious an...
Mark as Played
Tasting flights: RESERVE : SPARKLING ROSÉ, SAUVIGNON BLANC-SEMILLON, PINOT NOIR, SCIELO TINTO SCIELO: SAUVIGNON BLANC, RIESLING ,SCIELITO LINDO, SPARKLING MERLOT SEPTEMBER: SCIELO CHARDONNAY, SCIELO ROSÉ, SKIN-CONTACT GEWÜRZTRAMINER, DIA DE LOS MUERTOS MALBEC Wine Journey Chisme 🍷 - From Oregon to Long Island: Leo Mora's unexpected wine adventure - Breaking barriers in the wine industry as a Latino winemaker - The unique story b...
Mark as Played
Wine: Unknown Join Jessica as her husband, Antonio as he spills the chisme on how 2024 has drasticallly changed their lives, and their relationship. From planning and getting married to a major career pivot for Antonio, he shares the ups, downs, and why he things he is entering the his best chapter in life so far.
Mark as Played
Wine: 2019 In this gripping episode, we sit down with Stephanie Vasquez, author of the electrifying thriller 'All Our Wars'. Join us as we explore the intricate layers of her novel, which delves deep into the complex world of a cartel leader's daughter fighting to break free from her dangerous past. Stephanie Vasquez is a bi-cultural Mexican American writer with a unique perspective shaped by her upbringing sixty miles north of th...
Mark as Played
Featured Wine: 2020 Sauvingon Blanc, Surcos Wines Pour yourself a glass and join us for an inspiring conversation with Mike Alfaro, the creative genius behind Millennial Lotería. From reimagining a beloved cultural classic to collaborating with major brands and even the White House, Mike shares his journey as a bilingual content creator and award-winning creative director. Episode Highlights: • The story behind Millennial Lotería...
Mark as Played

Popular Podcasts

    Current and classic episodes, featuring compelling true-crime mysteries, powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations. Follow now to get the latest episodes of Dateline NBC completely free, or subscribe to Dateline Premium for ad-free listening and exclusive bonus content: DatelinePremium.com

    24/7 News: The Latest

    The latest news in 4 minutes updated every hour, every day.

    Therapy Gecko

    An unlicensed lizard psychologist travels the universe talking to strangers about absolutely nothing. TO CALL THE GECKO: follow me on https://www.twitch.tv/lyleforever to get a notification for when I am taking calls. I am usually live Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays but lately a lot of other times too. I am a gecko.

    The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show

    The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show. Clay Travis and Buck Sexton tackle the biggest stories in news, politics and current events with intelligence and humor. From the border crisis, to the madness of cancel culture and far-left missteps, Clay and Buck guide listeners through the latest headlines and hot topics with fun and entertaining conversations and opinions.

    The Bobby Bones Show

    Listen to 'The Bobby Bones Show' by downloading the daily full replay.

Advertise With Us
Music, radio and podcasts, all free. Listen online or download the iHeart App.

Connect

© 2025 iHeartMedia, Inc.