Flight 01 ·July 7, 2026
A Quick 'Ketchup' With Funnyman Adam Carolla
A conversation about work ethic, self-insulation, practical applications for #5 rebar, and the humble ketchup packet.
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Flight 02 ·July 4, 2026
Nantucket 2026: Grapes, Gales, and Grandeur
A spirited weekend at the Nantucket Wine & Food Festival, where the weather made an entrance but never stole the show.
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Flight 03 ·April 28, 2026
A “Worthy” Weekend of Brews, Blancs, and Bisque
A June itinerary spanning a Springfield brewfest, a Somers vineyard celebration and a coastal food festival.
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Flight 04 ·March 4, 2026
The Raven Takes Flight(s) at Orlando Wine & Auction
A Sunshine State tasting with polished hospitality, great food and a charitable mission.
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Flight 05 ·March 9, 2026
High Scores, No Snobbery at Great Wines of the World
A two-day Manhattan tasting that put remarkable wines and the people behind them in the spotlight.
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