I’m excited to be joined on the show today by guest historian and writer, Holley Snaith. On this episode we’re going to talk about her article, Patsy Cline: The Trailblazing Voice That Redefined Country Music published in American Heritage Magazine. More than six decades after her passing, Cline's remarkable voice and unwavering determination continue to embody the American dream, inspiring generations of artists and fans alike. Paired with this episode: Holley: TCM Wine Club - Cabernet Sauvigno...
Jun 24, 2025•28 min
I’m excited to be joined on the show today by guest author, Martha Hall Kelly. On this episode we’re going to talk about her book, The Martha’s Vineyard Beach and Book Club. Two sisters living on Martha’s Vineyard during World War II find hope in the power of storytelling when they start a wartime book club for women—a spectacular novel inspired by true events. Paired with this episode: Martha: Matcha Smoothie Eliza: Bone Broth Martha's Book: The Martha's Vineyard Beach and Book Club What Martha...
Jun 17, 2025•39 min
Join Eliza and guest host, Sophie Perinot, as we celebrate the launch of Confessions of a Grammar Queen , the bold, feminist, and delightfully bookish novel that proves copyediting is a revolutionary act. We’re talking red pencils, office politics, feminist book clubs, and what it means to rewrite the rules—one sentence (and sexist boss) at a time. Paired with this episode: Sophie: Pimm's Cocktail Eliza: Veuve Cliquot, Champagne Eliza's Book: Confessions of a Grammar Queen Find links to Eliza's ...
Jun 10, 2025•41 min
I’m excited to be joined on the show today by guest author, Hazel Gaynor. On this episode we’re going to talk about her book, Before Dorothy. Long before Dorothy visits Oz, her aunt, Emily Gale, sets off on her own grand adventure, leaving gritty Chicago behind for Kansas and a life that will utterly change her. Paired with this episode: Hazel: Aunt Emily -- gin, calvados, apricot brandy, orange juice Eliza: Irish Coffee Hazel's Book: Before Dorothy What Hazel is Reading: The Antidote by Karen R...
Jun 03, 2025•38 min
I’m excited to be joined on the show today by guest author, Brooke Lea Foster. On this episode we’re going to talk about her book, Our Last Vineyard Summer, a captivating new novel set in 1965 and 1978 about a graduate student who returns with her sisters to their family’s summer home on Martha’s Vineyard and begins to unravel old family secrets. Paired with this episode: Brooke: Summer in a Bottle, Wolffer Eliza: Educated Guess, Cabernet Sauvignon Brooke's Book: Our Last Vineyard Summer What Br...
May 27, 2025•42 min
I’m excited to be joined on the show today by guest author, Kristina McMorris. On this episode we’re going to talk about her book, The Girls of Good Fortune . A captivating tale of resilience and hope that explores the complexity of family and identity, the importance of stories that echo through generations, and the power of strength found beneath the surface. Paired with this episode: Kristina: Orange juice, cranberry, pineapple coconut water Eliza: Mumm Napa, brut rose Kristina's Book: The Gi...
May 20, 2025•37 min
On this episode we’re going to talk about her book, THE LAST TWELVE MILES. Based on true events, The Last Twelve Miles follows a deadly, high-stakes game of cat and mouse between cryptanalyst Elizebeth Smith Friedman and rumrunner Marie Waite. As Elizebeth fights to crack smuggler codes in D.C., Marie builds a dangerous empire across the Straits of Florida—until their worlds collide. Paired with this episode: Erika: White sangria Eliza: Fiorelli, Siesta Sands, white wine Erika's Book: The Last T...
May 13, 2025•21 min
I’m excited to be joined on the show today by guest author, Elise Hooper. On this episode we’re going to talk about her book, The Library of Lost Dollhouses. When a young librarian discovers historic dollhouses in a hidden room, she embarks on an unexpected journey that reveals surprising secrets about the lost miniatures. Paired with this episode: Elise: Water Eliza: Whispering Angel, French Rose Elise's Book: The Library of Lost Dollhouses What Elise is Reading: The California Dreamers by Amy ...
May 06, 2025•40 min
I’m excited to be joined on the show today by guest author, Sarah Penner. On this episode we’re going to talk about her book, THE AMALFI CURSE, a bewitching tale of sunken treasure, forbidden love, the stregheria and ancient magic on the Amalfi Coast of Italy. Paired with this episode: Sarah: Mocktails & Smoothies Eliza: Plum Wine & Vitamin Water Sarah's Book: The Amalfi Curse What Sarah is Reading: L.A. Women by Ella Berman Find Sarah Online! Find links to Eliza's social media on her we...
Apr 29, 2025•35 min
I’m excited to be joined on the show today by guest author, Lynda Cohen Loigman. On this episode we’re going to talk about her book, The Love Elixir of Augusta Stern. On the brink of eighty, retired pharmacist Augusta Stern moves to Florida and reunites with her first love, reigniting memories of 1920s Brooklyn. Torn between science and family folklore, Augusta once used a mysterious elixir with devastating consequences. Now, decades later, she must confront the truth—and the magic—of her past. ...
Apr 22, 2025•42 min
On this episode we’re going to talk about her book, Rules for Ruin. On the outskirts of London sits a seemingly innocuous institution with a secretive aim—to train young women to distract, disrupt, and discredit the patriarchy. Outraged by a powerful lord’s systematic attack on women’s rights in Parliament, the Academy summons its brightest—and most bitter—pupil to infiltrate the odious man’s inner circle. A deal is struck: bring down the viscount, and earn her freedom. Paired with this episode:...
Apr 15, 2025•31 min
I’m excited to be joined on the show today by guest author, Cindy Weigand. On this episode we’re going to talk about her book, BIG JACK: COWBOY AVIATOR, which takes us back to the roaring twenties when Jack Ashcroft joins the Gates Flying Circus, billed as the World’s Greatest Exhibition Aviators. Paired with this episode: Cindy: Hooch Eliza: Mark West Pinot Noir Cindy's Book: Big Jack: Cowboy Aviator What Cindy is Reading: One Summer: America, 1927 by Bill Bryson The Barnstormer and the Lady: A...
Apr 08, 2025•34 min
On today’s episode, I’m joined by guest author Aimie K. Runyan. We're diving into her evocative new novel, The Wandering Season — a story of identity, family secrets, and the journey to uncover where we truly belong. Set against the snowy backdrop of Estes Park, we follow Veronica Stratton, a specialty food broker on the brink of major career success. But when a Christmas visit home — and one surprising DNA test — reveals she's adopted, everything she thought she knew about herself begins to unr...
Apr 05, 2025•38 min•Season 4Ep. 27
I’m excited to be joined on the show today by guest author, Anna Rasche. On this episode we’re going to talk about her book, The Stone Witch of Florence , and dive into the inspiration behind gemstone magic, the line between healer and heretic, and how one woman’s power might be the only thing standing between salvation and ruin. Paired with this episode: Anna: Caffè Corretto, Eliza: Brunello Anna's Book: The Stone Witch of Florence What Anna is Reading: The Stolen Queen by Fiona Davis The House...
Apr 01, 2025•39 min•Season 4Ep. 26
I’m excited to be joined on the show today by guest author, Alka Joshi. On this episode we’re going to talk about her book, SIX DAYS IN BOMBAY, a sweeping novel that follows a young Anglo-Indian nurse who embarks on a journey from her home in Bombay, through Prague, Florence, Paris, and London, to uncover a mystery and prove her innocence after a famous painter dies in her care. Paired with this episode: Alka: Chai Tea Eliza: Vanilla, Chamomile, Honey, Bourbon Tea Alka's Book: Six Days in Bombay...
Mar 25, 2025•46 min•Season 4Ep. 25
I’m excited to be joined on the show today by bestselling author Michael C. Higgins. On this episode we’re going to talk about his series of books Exploring Wine Regions - A visually stunning and immersive travelogue-meets-wine-guide, the Exploring Wine Regions series blends expert insights, rich storytelling, and breathtaking photography to uncover the world’s most captivating wine destinations. Paired with this episode: Michael: Malbec from Argentina Eliza: Hahn, Cabernet Sauvignon Michael's B...
Mar 18, 2025•28 min•Season 4Ep. 24
I’m excited to be joined on the show today by guest author, Gill Paul. On this episode we’re going to talk about her book, Scandalous Women, Mad Men meets the world of publishing in international bestselling author Gill Paul’s new novel about Jackie Collins and Jacqueline Susann, two dynamic, groundbreaking writers renowned for their scandalous and controversial novels, and the beleaguered young editorial assistant who introduces them. Paired with this episode: Gill: French 75 Eliza: Bontera, Ca...
Mar 11, 2025•31 min•Season 4Ep. 24
I’m excited to be joined on the show today by guest author, Rebecca Rosenberg. On this episode we’re going to talk about her book, Madame Pommery, part of the Champagne Widows series, based on real-life widows who grappled with the loss of their husbands only to realize that their new marital status allowed them to own their own winery under the Napoleonic Code. These Champagne Widows overcame pandemics, mental illness, sexist laws, wars, and foreign occupation to forge their champagne empires. ...
Mar 04, 2025•37 min•Season 4Ep. 22
I’m excited to be joined on the show today by guest authors Robert Dugoni and Jeff Langholz. On this episode we’re going to talk about their book that they penned along with Chris Crabtree, HOLD STRONG, a unique WWII novel about the deadliest accident in US military history and the people involved, an incredible and inspiring story that has never been told completely—until now. Paired with this episode: Robert: Silent Night Tea, Smith's Tea Company Jeff: Champagne Eliza: Bound, Cabernet Sauvigno...
Feb 25, 2025•37 min•Season 4Ep. 21
I’m excited to be joined on the show today by guest author, Jeanne Mackin. On this episode we’re going to talk about her book, PICASSO’S LOVER, a lushly drawn imagining of the women who inspired Pablo Picasso, the muses behind some of his greatest works, and the enduring influence of love and art. Paired with this episode: Jeanne: Spanish Port Eliza: True Myth, Cabernet Sauvignon Jeanne's Book: Picasso's Lover What Jeanne is Reading: Party of the Century: The Fabulous Story of Truman Capote and ...
Feb 18, 2025•38 min•Season 4Ep. 20
It's time for a Drunk History Trivia Game!! I’m excited to be joined on the show today by E. Elizabeth Watson, Julie Johnstone and Cecelia Mecca. Welcome ladies! Paired with this episode: E. Elizabeth Watson: Natura Rose Julie Johnstone: Water Cecelia Mecca: Hot Chocolate with RumChata Eliza: Plum Gekkeikan Elizabeth's Book: A Highland Rogue to Ruin Julie's Book: The Highlander Burns for Vengeance Cecelia's Book: To Desire Eliza's Book: The Laird's Guardian Angel Find Elizabeth Online Find Julie...
Feb 11, 2025•29 min•Season 4Ep. 19
I’m excited to be joined on the show today by guest author, Shara Moon. On this episode we’re going to talk about her book, LET US MARCH ON, a stirring novel inspired by the life of an unsung heroine, and real-life crusader, Lizzie McDuffie, who as a maid in FDR’s White House spearheaded the Civil Rights movement of her time. Paired with this episode: Shara: Moscato, Bartenura Eliza: Educated Guess, Cabernet Sauvignon Shara's Book: Let Us March On What Shara is Reading: Becoming by Michelle Obam...
Feb 04, 2025•37 min•Season 4Ep. 18
I’m excited to be joined on the show today by guest author, T.M. Blanchet. On this episode we’re going to talk about her young adult fantasy series, the Neath Trilogy which includes Herrick's End, Herrick's Lie, and Herrick's Key. Paired with this episode: Trisha: Hard Iced Tea Eliza: Brunello di Montalcino Trisha's Book: The Neath Trilogy What Trisha is Reading: Leonardo DiVinci by Walter Isaccson The Man Who Died Twice by Richard Osman The Puzzle Master by Danielle Trussoni Find Trisha Online!...
Jan 28, 2025•24 min•Season 4Ep. 17
I’m excited to be joined on the show today by guest author, Afarin Ordubadi Bellasario. On this episode we’re going to talk about her book, Silenced Whispers, a novel about the struggle for freedom and love against tradition, corruption, and colonial ambition during World War I in Iran. Paired with this episode: Afarin: Alvarino Eliza: Black Raspberry La Croix Afarin's Book: Silenced Whisper What Afarin is Reading: Lady Tan's Circle of Women by Lisa See Balzac's Paris by Eric Hazen Find Afarin O...
Jan 21, 2025•42 min•Season 4Ep. 15
I’m excited to be joined on the show today by guest author, Becky Ellis. On this episode we’re going to talk about her memoir, Little Avalanches a breathtaking scope that propels readers from the beaches of California in the early ‘70s to the battlefields of World War II. Paired with this episode: Becky: Sancerre Eliza: Le Bruciate, Brunello Di Montalcino Becky's Book: Little Avalanches What Becky is Reading: Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin Find Becky Online! Becky's News...
Jan 14, 2025•32 min•Season 4Ep. 14
I’m excited to be joined on the show today by guest author, L.M. Elliott. On this episode we’re going to talk about her book, Truth, Lies and the Questions in Between, a novel about an unraveling presidency and the intensifying fight for women’s rights, through the eyes of a teen girl whose future will be determined by her willingness to seek the truth. Truth, Lies and the Questions in Between will release on January 14, 2025. Paired with this episode: Laura: Chablis Eliza: Whispering Angel, Ros...
Jan 07, 2025•43 min•Season 4Ep. 13
It's time for a Drunk History Trivia Game!! I’m excited to be joined on the show today by Evie Hawtrey aka Sophie Perinot, Heather Webb and Madeline Martin. Welcome ladies! Paired with this episode: Evie/Sophie: ImPearable cocktail Heather: Gin and Tonic Madeline: Tempranillo, Cooper's Hawk Eliza: Bound, Cabernet Sauvignon Evie's Book: And By Fire Heather's Book: Christmas with the Queen Madeline's Book: The Booklover's Library Eliza's Book: Confessions of a Grammar Queen Find Evie Online Find H...
Dec 24, 2024•38 min•Season 4Ep. 12
I’m excited to be joined on the show today by guest author, Victoria Schade. Because I love pets and the holiday season, we’re going to dive into a different sort of podcast today! We’re going to talk about Victoria’s book, Unleashed Holiday, a holiday romance novel with a professional dog trainer who must decide if the melting frost between her and an old rival can make up for their ruff–as in dog-barking–past, as well as her job as the lead trainer for Animal Planet's Puppy Bowl. Paired with t...
Dec 17, 2024•32 min•Season 4Ep. 11
I’m excited to be joined on the show today by guest author, J’nell Ciesielski. On this episode we’re going to talk about her book, The Winged Tiara, a novel that takes us through post-war Europe as estranged spouses and jewel thieves hunt an elusive Valkyrie tiara. Paired with this episode: J'nell: Promised Land Chocolate Milk in a wine glass Eliza: Nobilo, Sauvignon Blanc, New Zealand J'nell's Book: The Winged Tiara What J'nell is Reading: The Ministry of Time Find J'nell Online! Find links to ...
Dec 10, 2024•23 min•Season 4Ep. 10
I’m excited to be joined on the show today by guest author, Fiona Davis. On this episode we’re going to talk about her book, The Stolen Queen, releasing January 7th. The Stolen Queen will transport readers from 1970s New York City’s most glamorous party to the labyrinth streets of 1930s Cairo and back. Paired with this episode: Fiona: Gruner Veltliner, white wine Eliza: Winzer Krems Gruner Veltliner, orange wine Fiona's Book: The Stolen Queen What Fiona is Reading: The Love Elixir of Augusta Ste...
Dec 03, 2024•29 min
