Conversations With The Covingtons
Welcome to Conversations with the Covingtons! This new podcast hosted by Carolyn and Maurice Covington features a range of topics from Wine, Real Estate, Relationships and more. Carolyn, Wine Educator at Pippin Hill Farm & Vineyard and Wine Blogger, and Maurice, Real Estate Agent and Investor, sit down to have conversations about new developments in their line of work, while sharing insightful and educational information on each subject. Tune in each week for interesting new topics, guests, and dynamic conversations!
Episodes
39 episodes
Wine Tasting Etiquette 101
In this episode, Carolyn shares her top ‘Wine Tasting Etiquette’ tips based on her experience working in a tasting room and Maurice shares his opinions as someone not in the industry. Tune in for a dynamic convo!
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Episode 10
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32:49
The Process of Starting a Vineyard
Carolyn and Maurice share an update on their Vineyard in Virginia! They touch on the early stages of finding their dream land and how they began planting vines. They also share current updates and the plans for the future of the vineyard.
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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29:12
Is Champagne Worth the Price Tag?
Carolyn and Maurice do a deep dive into all things Champagne. Carolyn discusses what makes Champagne special, producers she loves, trends in the industry, and affordable alternatives.
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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45:32
WSET D4 & D5 Tips and Recap
In this episode, Carolyn recaps her recent WSET Diploma exams - D4 & D5. She shares her results and gives listeners tips on how to study and how to pass.
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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40:52
Vaction Planning & Tips for Saving Money
On this week’s episode, Carolyn and Mo share their top tips for planning a vacation and how they save money for trips.
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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42:42
Topic Romantic Date Night Ideas + Things to do That Don't Involve Drinking
This week, Carolyn and Maurice cover topics requested from listeners! They shares their top romantic date night ideas, things to do that don’t involve drinking and tips for engaging with customers.
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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31:00
Our Charlottesville, VA Favorites For Restaurants, Hotels, Wineries, and More..
Charlottesville Favorites! Carolyn & Mo share there favorite hotels, restaurants and wineries in the Charlottesville area.Hotels: Keswick Hall, The Clifton, The Forum - Kimpton, Quirk Hotel, Farmhouse at VeritasRestaurants: Ma...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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40:00
Do Sulfites in Wine Really Cause Headaches?
Carolyn breaks down sulfites in wine and what could really be causing headaches after drinking. She and Mo discuss wines from around the world and some trends they are seeing in the wine industry and wine sales.
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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35:08
Wine Tasting Events and Florida & Brazil Recap
On this episode, Carolyn and Maurice talk about their recent trip to Naples, Florida and recap their time in Brazil. Carolyn also shares a bit about a recent wine tasting job and how she prepares for those events. Maurice also discusses his pre...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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34:30
Season 2 Launch- Updates on the Covington's and their Recent Trip to Argentina
Welcome back to Conversations with the Covington’s! In this new episode, Carolyn and Maurice catch everyone up on what they’ve been up to over the past year. They dive into details about their recent trip to Mendoza, Argentina and talk about wh...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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42:15
Things to Know When Traveling to Paris & Champagne
Carolyn and Mo recap their recent trip to Paris & Champagne! They share the good and bad parts of the trip along with their favorite places they stayed, ate, and things they did. Carolyn gives her honest feedback about the Champagne Houses ...
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Season 1
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Episode 29
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59:51
WSET Diploma and Life Updates
Carolyn shares all about her experience starting her WSET Diploma and taking the D1 exam. The couple also recaps some current events and life updates!
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Season 1
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Episode 28
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35:29
Slow Winter Season Or Is There A Reccession Looming?
In this episode Carolyn and Mo update us on life and what's been happening in their respective industries this year. Mo discusses the current state of the real estate market and why interest rates have caused the market to slow. Carolyn s...
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Season 1
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Episode 27
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30:02
International Travel Tips
With international travel taking off this year, Carolyn and Mo share their top tips for traveling internationally. Tune in for their packing tips, travel essentials and dos & don'ts.Follow
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Season 1
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Episode 26
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37:19
Our trip to Taormina, Sicily
Carolyn and Mo recap their trip to Sicily from last summer. They share their favorite wineries, places to eat and where they stayed. Tune in for a mini travel guide to Taormina and Mount Etna wine country!Follow
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Season 1
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Episode 25
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32:49
Old vs New World Wines
Ever wondered what the difference is between Old World and New World Wines? The couple discusses which countries and characteristics fall into each category. Tune in for a fun discussion! Follow
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Season 1
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Episode 23
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22:36
What is Terroir?
The couple breaks down what “Terroir” in wine is. Carolyn shared that once you understand the definition of terroir, you’ll start to see how it shows up in a wine’s profile, in everything from the flavor to the alcohol content to the texture.
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Season 1
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Episode 24
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32:40
The Covingtons Highlights of 2022
Carolyn and Maurice recap their favorite personal and professional moments from 2022. They touch on goals and aspirations for the new year, and Carolyn shares her favorite sparkling wine picks for NYE!Follow
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Season 1
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Episode 22
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34:15
Top Wine Trends of 2022
Carolyn and Maurice talk about the top trends in the wine industry of 2022 and Carolyn shares what she thinks will continue to be prevalent in the coming new year. Some topics include canned wine, natural wines, sustainability, and Champagne al...
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Season 1
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Episode 21
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45:16
Working Together as a Married Couple
In this episode the couple discuss the many different projects that they work on together and how communication has played a key role in their relationship. They go in depth on what their roles and responsibilities are and how they work to over...
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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38:02
Our Palm Springs Trip & The Tragic Shooting at UVA
Happy Thanksgiving! This weeks episode, Carolyn and Mo have a conversation about the recent shooting at UVA, and how it has impacted the community overall. They also talk about Carolyn getting brand deals as an influencer and her latest trip to...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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32:13
Acupuncture, Herbs, & Life in NYC with Kendrick Pifer
Kendrick Pifer, Carolyn’s sister, joins the podcast with us this week! She touches on her journey going to school for music in NYC and how her path has since changed to healing people with acupuncture. She shares with us the benefits of Chinese...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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45:49
Wines For Thanksgiving
In this episode, Carolyn shares her top picks for Thanksgiving wines. She shares some unique recommendations on which wines to have for the holidays coming up, and why it pairs well with food.Follow
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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26:01
Seasonal Depression + Unique Wines for Fall
Carolyn shares her experience with seasonal depression and tips she’s learned that help ease falling into a rut. She also shares 5 unique wines that are perfect for sipping in the fall!Follow
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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46:42
Our Workout Regimen, & Wine + Real Estate Q&A
Carolyn and Mo touch on their workout regimen and their recent trip to Asheville! The couple also takes turns answering a few questions from listeners. Carolyn provides insight into how to order wine in a restaurant and tips for starting out a ...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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48:09