Wines and Wins is a show that follows host, Djenita Svinjar, who invites guests from all walks of life to share a glass of wine and their journeys in overcoming various obstacles and hurdles in their personal and professional lives. The show centers on Djenita's affinity for fine wines and sharing others' stories with the world. Follow us on Instagram @winesandwinspodcast
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In this episode, we sit down with Andrew, the creator and visionary behind The Red Wine Diaries, a social media account exploring the world of red wine from Glasgow, Scotland. We chat about our wine journeys, what wine c
In our fourth and final installment in our series done in collaboration with World Trade Center Denver ("WTCD"), we chat with Kelvin Melgar, the founder and entrepreneur behind Hopelands Coffee. We discuss Kelvin's journ
Episode 39: Sun Ghee's Inspirational Story Built on Wellness and Recovery
May 15, 202611mEp. 39S2
This episode is part 3 of our 4-part collaboration with World Trade Center Denver ("WTCD"), where we highlight fascinating and inspiring immigrant entrepreneurs, their products, and WTCD's global entrepreneur program. In
Episode 38: Leemu Sauces and The Story Behind It All
May 6, 202619mEp. 37S2
As a continuation of our mini-series in collaboration with World Trade Center Denver, in this episode, we sit down with the mother-daughter duo behind Leemu Superfood Sauces—a brand turning everyday meals into nutrient-p
Episode 37: Bibamba Chocolates and a Global Entrepreneurial Spirit
Apr 24, 202613mEp. 37S2
As the first of a special four-part mini series in conjunction with World Trade Center Denver, we talk to four local entrepreneurs in the Denver area about their businesses, backgrounds, and products and services. First
Most wine lovers feel overwhelmed by endless options and confusing labels—that’s exactly what inspired Jason Markey to create Wine-Oh, an AI-powered app transforming how we discover, choose, and enjoy wine. In this candi
In this episode, Djenita sits down with Lawrence (Larry) Doolittle from Frontenac Winery, located in the Finger Lakes Wine Region, and Larry shares how pivotal legislation in the late 1970s transformed a sleepy region in
Episode 34: A Toast to New Beginnings- Welcome to Season 2!
Jan 18, 202619mEp. 1S2
As the podcast evolves, so does its focus. Djenita emphasizes the role of food in cultural experiences, promising more culinary insights alongside wine recommendations. With a commitment to authenticity and open dialogue
Episode 33: Sip, Stay, Savor: The Amalfi Coast Experience
Nov 8, 202535mEp. 33S1
This week, for our season finale, we are joined by Donato Esposito, a hospitality entrepreneur and third generation hotelier whose family has been welcoming guests to the Amalfi Coast for decades at their stunning hotel,
Episode 32: Roots and Routes: Balkan Wines and the Spirit of Travel
Nov 1, 202518mEp. 32S1
In this episode, we record live from Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, discussing the Sarajevo Wine Weekend we recently attended, Balkan wines, and our aspirations for the platform as a whole in continuing to connect wit
Episode 31: Uncorking the Truth: Clean Labels with Jen Smiley
Oct 16, 202535mEp. 31S1
In this episode, we have the honor of sitting down with Jen Smiley, founder and owner of Wake Up and Read the Labels, an incredibly popular clean eating platform, focused on helping people make sense of food labels, avoi
Episode 30: Wine Not? A Spirited Escape to the Finger Lakes
Oct 6, 202523mEp. 30S1
In this episode, Djenita reflects on her latest journey back to the Finger Lakes Wine Region in New York, some of her favorite eatery and accommodation recommendations, along with her favorite wines from the area, and th
Episode 29: Italian Wines & Culture: A Conversation with Cantina del Vesuvio
Sep 19, 202521mEp. 29S1
In this episode, our special guest is our new friend who we met in Italy, Rosario Borrelli. We met Rosario at Cantina del Vesuvio, a winery on the slopes of Mount Vesuvius in Southern Italy, where he works as a wine tour
Episode 28: Wine Talk with Lauren Karch, Author and Sommelier
Sep 10, 202540mEp. 28S1
In this episode, we chat with Lauren Karch, sommelier, author, and owner of What's Wine is Yours, a wine event business. We chat about how to give people more confidence when discussing wine, Lauren's upcoming book, The
Episode 27: Celebrating Our Tenth Wedding Anniversary In Italy with Italian Wine
Sep 1, 202529mEp. 27S1
This episode is a part of our travel series and was recorded on the Amalfi Coast during our tenth wedding anniversary trip to Italy in August 2025. Charlie and I chat about our experiences, recommendations, everything we
An open and honest conversation on learning to deal with health struggles, the importance of leaning on your community, and just as importantly, enjoying a good glass of wine. This week's episode is paired with a 2024 Wr
Episode 25: Borders, Buildings & Bottles: Pouring Over Foreign Affairs, Property Investments, and Life Decisions
Jul 16, 202539mEp. 25S1
We sit down with Wayne Smith, an entrepreneur from Austin, Texas, to chat all things relating to foreign relations, travel, property management, coffee companies, and, of course, wine, in our most recent episode. This we
This episode is part of our Travel and Taste Series! Here, we discuss Djenita's recent jaunts to Washington, D.C., Beaver Creek, Colorado, and a staycation in downtown Denver and highlight some of her favorite places to
Episode 23: Hearts and Harvests: Mexican Wine and Real Talk on Relationships
Jun 25, 202533mEp. 23S1
Djenita is joined by her husband, Charlie, and they open up about the realities of marriage, long distance love, and everything that goes into making a loving relationship work. This episode is paired with a fantastic Me
Episode 22: Vines and Visions- Storytelling Through Photography
Jun 6, 202534mEp. 22S1
This week, we have the pleasure of having Krista Henery on the show, who discusses her career as a reporter, her photography business, and the lessons learned from these journeys. This episode is paired with a 2022 Color
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