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Talking with McBride Sisters Wine Company Lead Winemaker David Bratcher to talk about the official launch of the NEW McBride Sisters Collection Chardonnay! 🍾🥂 Crafted with 100% organic certified Central Coast grapes from Castoro Cellars, this fresh take on Chardonnay brings together precision winemaking, sustainable farming, and the signature McBride Sisters spirit. And, we shouldn't miss that it clocks in at a mindful 9% ABV! Plus, we dive into their Black Girl Magic label and how their SHE CAN Collective continues to empower women in male-dominated industries through mentorship and scholarships. 🎧 Listen to the full episode now! 🛒 Ready to sample? Order the new Chardonnay online today at mcbridesisterscollection.com, or catch it rolling out to Whole Foods Market stores nationwide this fall! #McBrideSisters #CentralCoastWine #PasoWine #SHECAN #WomenInWine #OrganicWine #Chardonnay #WinePodcast #BlackGirlMagicWines

Carbon City Lights frontman, Michael Venia stops by with a “Suzsclusive” preview of the new single “Water On My Tongue” due out Friday, 9/11! I’m already so obsessed! 🤩 Plus, digging into the new @slocal Spotlight short film featuring Michael and Carbon City Lights, out now! 🎬 Aaaand, see them live Sat 9/12 at @pasobamboo, tickets at carboncitylights.com.🎟️ Miss it this Saturday? Encore Monday 9/7 @ 6a on air and streaming @ Krush925.com. 💓 The Krush Lounge is presented by @805beer

Always a blast chopping it up with the guys from IMVA in the Krush Lounge! 🎧🔥 They’re hitting the stage this Friday, 8/28, for Downtown SLO Concerts in the Plaza! We talk about their new single "Maybe (I'll Never Know)"—out now—plus they bless us with a special "Suzsclusive" studio performance of unreleased music you want to hear. Check out IMVA at imvaslo.com and follow them on your favorite socials and streaming platforms! Find more on Concerts in the Plaza at downtownslo.com!

Big news for SLO movie lovers! 🎬🍷Suz caught up with Skye McLennan to talk all things SLO Film Center, the Palm Theatre, and the SLO Film Fest. First up: you can now grab some local beer or wine to enjoy with your movie at The Palm Theatre! 🥂🍿 Beyond the concessions upgrade, we also talked about what’s ahead - including the fact that submissions are officially OPEN for the 2027 SLO Film Fest coming this April. Whether you’re a filmmaker ready to submit or just looking for your next movie night, check out the full interview! For movies at The Palm: ThePalmTheatre.com For SLO Film Fest Info: SLOFilmFest.org

In our July Paso Wine Hour, we’re joined by an incredible lineup: 🍇 Chris Taranto representing Paso Wine (Paso Robles Wine Country Alliance) to talk about the community, dynamic growth, and spirit that make this region world-class. (Pro Tip: Chris is an original Cork Dork here at The Krush!) 🌱 Molly Lonborg, founder and winemaker of Little Soul Wines, sharing her passion for organic, small-batch, low-intervention wines that let the natural expressiveness of the vineyard shine. (Pro Tip: She also makes rad wines at Booker and My Favorite Neighbor!) 🔬 Nicole Flores & Rudy Schalk of Silver River Vineyards, giving us a look inside their boutique, micro-production project blending scientific precision with hands-on sustainable farming. (Pro Tip: This is a family thing and we get the full scoop!) Pour yourself a glass, tune in, and sip along with us! 📻🥂 For all things Paso Wine Country log on at PasoWine.com.

🎉 15 YEARS OF SAMFEST! 🎉 Honoring the legacy of Samantha Ford with a fun-filled afternoon for the whole family! Bring your beach chairs and picnic blankets to Heritage Square Park for live music, food, shopping, and community spirit. ☀️ 🗓 Saturday, August 1 | 1:00 – 4:00 PM 📍 Heritage Square Park, Arroyo Grande 🎟 FREE Admission! 🎶 LIVE ENTERTAINMENT: • Nataly Lola w/ ghost/monster • Shannon Lowrie w/ The Shantastics • Performers from The Studio of Performing Arts • Special performance by Bay Area Dancers 🌮 EATS & DRINKS: Tacos & quesadillas from @senors.kitchen, fresh scones & coffee from @donnasrusticscones, plus lemonade, soda & iced drinks! 🎨 FAMILY FUN & SHOPPING: 20+ local retail vendors, face painting, balloon animals, temp tattoos, opportunity drawings & the annual Scholarship Winner Presentation! ❤️ MAKING AN IMPACT: Proceeds support The Studio of Performing Arts dance scholarships and compassionate patient care at Mission Hope Cancer Center. Can’t make it in person? You can still make an impact! ➡️ Donate today to the Remembering Sam Ford Fund and read more at rememberingsamford.com.

Jump into a brand new Krush Lounge! This one is a full on Suzsclusive! Hanging with Kenny Taylor and Oliver Taylor for a sneak peek at Kenny’s new album, Imaginary Grace ahead of its release this Summer! 🎶 Crafted right here in SLO at Laurel Lane and produced by Damon Castillo, this album is a beautiful family affair of local talent and literal family. Kenny pulled together a literal dream team for this and it features the NTMA Singer-Songwriter winning track "Call Me Mine" and the new single "BrainCell"along with seven unreleased tracks. 👇 WHERE TO CATCH KENNY LIVE THIS MONTH: 👇 🎤 Friday, 7/10 @ 5:00 PM – Downtown SLO Concerts in the Plaza, opening up the night for B & the Hive! 🍷 Sunday, 7/12 @ 1:00 PM – Summer Concerts at Sextant Wines in Edna Valley (acoustic duo set with Oliver Taylor). 🍻 Friday, 7/24 – Rocking out with his cover band KT & the Late Fees at BarrelHouse Brewing. 🔥 BONUS: Kenny is currently cooking up something all new up at Sonic Milk Studios. Supergroup is all I’ll say. You'll have to tune in to find out the who, what where on that one. #KennyTaylor #ImaginaryGrace #LocalLove #ConcertsInThePlaza

Pepper and Barby Wunsch talk Pinot & Paella, Sun June 7, Templeton Park, Tix On Sale!

🎨 FRIDAY PLANS = HANDLED. 🍷 Friday, June 5th is First Friday, which means Art After Dark is back to take over San Luis Obispo from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM! This completely FREE, all-ages, self-guided art walk is the perfect way to kick off your weekend. Expect incredible visual art exhibitions, live music, poetry readings, and plenty of regional wine tastings scattered throughout downtown and beyond. ✨ Spotlight Venue: The Bunker SLO ✨ If you haven't been to this magical, converted 1940s industrial space at 810 Orcutt Road (in the LOBRO neighborhood), this Friday is the perfect excuse. Founded by local artist and advocate Missy Reitner-Cameron, The Bunker is a radically inclusive "third space" debuting fresh art exhibitions every First Friday. AND, we get a "Suzsclusive" update on what's under construction in the backlot at The Bunker SLO! Stay tuned for The Undergrounds, coming soon! 📍 Pro-Tips for Your Night: 1️⃣ Plan Ahead: Check the digital map on the SLO County Arts Council website right before you head out, as participating venues change every month! 2️⃣ Start at a Hub: Kick off your walk at a central spot like the San Luis Obispo Museum of Art (SLOMA) on Broad Street or The Bunker SLO on Orcutt. 3️⃣ Make it a Date Night: The art walk wraps up at 8:00 PM—the perfect time to head downtown for dinner or drinks. Tag your art-walk crew in the comments below! 👇 #ArtAfterDark #ShareSLO #DowntownSLO #SLOCountyArts #TheBunkerSLO #SupportLocalArtists #CentralCoastArt #SLOMA #FirstFriday

Pepper chats with brewer Matt Brynildson and brewer Josh pFriem of pFriem Family Brewers of Hood River, Oregon about their 2026 collaboration beer at Beer Fest!

Firestone Walker debuted a new beer collab with Visit SLO at the Invitational Beer Fest. Molly Cano joins Pepper to talk about it!

Hanging out with Tom and Nicole from The Taproots to celebrate their sophomore album, Comedy Of Fools. Their eclectic sound blends Americana, rock, reggae, and folk with thoughtful storytelling and commentary on the human experience. 🎸🎶 Catch them live this weekend! Sat 5/23 at Black Lake Golf Resort, Sun 5/24 at Sycamore Springs and next Fri 5/29 at Sensorio with more dates throughout the Summer. Find more at taprootsmusic.com! 😍 #TheTaproots #ComedyOfFools #LocalLove Krush Lounge ❤️ @805beer 🍻

🍷 Sipping with a Purpose: We’re shining a light on ECHO’s Building Hope & Home Campaign. With 1 out of 10 school-aged kids in SLO County facing homelessness, ECHO is raising $6M to build a new Family Resource Center in Atascadero, adding 30 private beds for families. Learn how you can donate at ECHOshelter.org And, The Sunday Evening Concert Series is BACK at Four Lanterns Winery and a portion of the proceeds are going to our friends at ECHO! ❤️ Grab your lawn chairs (or snag a table under the trees and veranda) and join in for live local music, incredible food pairings, and award-winning, CCOF-Certified Organic wines. Kids and leashed pups are always welcome! • When: Sundays (Memorial Day + July 5 through Labor Day) • Time: 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM (Gates open 4:15 PM for Club, 4:40 PM for General Public) • Tickets: $10 👉 Find your tickets at fourlanternswinery.com! The Cork Dorks Weekly Update presented by United Staffing Associates. unitedwestaff.com #FourLanternsWinery #PasoWine #ECHOShelter #BuildingHope #LiveMusic #WillowCreekDistrict #TempletonGap

Catching up with Nick of Próxima Parada ahead of the homecoming show of the century! The guys have been working hard writing full orchestra arrangements to add in with their stellar music. Yeeesss! The full band will be playing along with the SLO Symphony. 🤯 Thursday, 5/21 at the Cal Poly Performing Arts Center! Grab tix @ proximaparadamusic.com! 🎫 #ProximaParada #SLOSymphony #Hometown #LocalLove #DontBeJealousOfMyOGTank

Whether you’re a longtime member of the James Gang or a Paso rookie, this is the weekend we’ve all been waiting for! 🍷✨ We’re kicking off Paso Wine Fest weekend by shining a spotlight on the legendary Tobin James Cellars. From their wild-west saloon vibes to 32 different wines to taste, find out why they have the biggest wine club out there. 🤠 What’s in this episode: 🍇 The Tobin James Legacy: Why their wines are cult favorites. 🎫 Wine Fest Weekend: Tobin James has special surprise barrel tastings at the saloon all weekend. 🥂 Pro-Tip: Why you need to start your Grand Tasting at the Tobin James bar inside the Paso Event Center. The sun is out, the bottles are chilled, and Paso Robles is calling. ☀️📖 Listen to the full sesh here! #PasoWineFest #TobinJames #PasoRobles #WineCountry #CentralCoast #JamesGang #WinePodcast #PasoWine #VisitPaso #WineTasting

Northern California singer-songwriter, and Cal Poly Alum, Mike Annuzzi is in SLO today for a Masterclass Presentation that feels like a homecoming! The Masterclass: Join Mike at 11:10 AM in the Davidson Music Center (Building 45, Room 218) for a special presentation on "Sustainable Practices for a Successful Music Career." Whether you’re a student, an aspiring artist, or just a fan of the craft, this session is FREE and open to the public! Mike’s blend of acoustic rock and soulful pop has been climbing the charts— learn from one of the best in the business about how to turn a passion for music into a lifelong career. Find Mike Annuzzi on your favorite socials and streaming platforms and at mikeannuzzi.com. #MikeAnnuzzi #CalPolyMusic #SLOMusic #MusicIndustry #SingerSongwriter #CalPolySLO #SupportLiveMusic #NewMusic2026

We’re hanging out with Varinder Sahi of @CopiaVineyards and Krista Smith of @PasoWine to talk wine, farming, and the upcoming Paso Wine Fest! Varinder’s journey is a masterclass in following your palate and your passion. He walked away from a successful engineering career to chase the perfect Rhône blend in the Willow Creek District—the results speak for themselves but I'll toss out a 98 point flagship Syrah called "The Source" for reference. Highlights from the conversation: ✨ The Copia Story: How Varinder and Anita Sahi turned a dream into a 90+ point reality.

This Wednesday, the digital community of Novel Pairings comes to life. Erin Kirschenmann is hosting a curated "Silent Book Club" experience at the stunning Hope on Park in Paso Robles, offering a rare opportunity for readers to gather in pursuit of great stories and even better wine. The concept is simple but elevated: The Book: Guests bring their current read—no assigned chapters or homework required. The Pairing: Kirschenmann will be on-site to recommend a wine that matches the "vibe" of each guest's book, ensuring the glass in hand mirrors the world on the page. The Experience: An hour of intentional, silent reading in a communal space, followed by the chance to mingle with fellow book lovers. In an era of digital noise, Kirschenmann’s event offers a quiet sanctuary for those who value the tactile joy of a physical book and the complexity of a well-crafted wine. ✨ Location: Hope on Park, 1140 Park St, Paso Robles ✨ Date: Wednesday, April 22nd ✨ Tickets: novel-pairings.com #NovelPairings #SilentBookClub #PasoRobles #HopeOnPark #CentralCoastEvents #WineAndBooks #ReadingCommunity Cork Dorks Weekly Update presented by United Staffing Associates. unitedwestaff.com

New Krush Lounge all about Gypsy Jazz from right here on the Central Coast!

How do you transform a personal tragedy into a community-wide movement? Two years ago, Amber Pepito lost her mother to Lewy Body dementia at just 62 years old. Today, the Cal Poly graduate is leading the charge to fund a cure. We sit down with Amber and Laura DeLoye, Program & Education Manager for the Alzheimer’s Association (California Central Coast Chapter), to discuss the upcoming Wise Women & Wine fundraiser at J Dusi Winery.