Judd's Napa Valley Show

A truly meaningful and engaging discussion of kindness and compassion with a man who sincerely acts upon the goodwill in his heart. How can we find this within us? What can we do to bring positivity to others? Listen in and gain this valuable perspective.

Tito leads an engaging and entertaining talk about his life in baseball. An hour was not enough! Also, we mention the baseball documentary that our show editor, Robert Barr is producing. Have a look at it here: www.glacierpilotslegacy.com

Anna is a visible member of our Napa Valley community recognized by most in her CHP uniform. In this episode she lets her hair down and talks with Judd about her life as a regular person and how she balances that with her experiences in law enforcement. She brought along her mom who gives a bit of insight, too!

Theodore is a friendly and erudite man with expertise in distilled spirits education. A fun hang talking about booze, hospitality, Sonoma's rivalry with Napa, and sex education!

Conor Esser oversees one of the most eclectic menus in Napa Valley. He's versatile, creative, and personable. He's at the forefront of fermenting (non-grape) foods here in Napa Valley.

An inspirational conversation with Lisa about her walk across Spain and how she became motivated to achieve this life-affirming goal.

Arik and his wife, Hannah, started the Alaina's Voice Foundation after losing their daughter to random violence. Their mission is create change in our society through spotlighting kindness.

30 years after the fact, Judd welcomes the man who started him in radio. Fine, fun, and fond reminiscences ensue. Plenty of great stories and sports broadcasting legend, Ira C. Smith, drops in to join the party.

Judd begins to discuss the importance of travel to gain perspective on other cultures and lifestyles when he gets a surprise call from The Kindness Kids to reinforce his point. Lively discussion and laughs ensue.

Musical director, Gordon Lustig is live in-studio. A legend of radio and an inspirational personality to Judd, Pete Polyester calls in. A surprise appearance from Wine Snob Robot, too!

Fresh farm to studio conversation with the dynamic Napa Farmers Market manager, Cara Mae Wooledge.

Judd and Loren eat the donuts and discuss the merits of venturing outside of one's familiar environment to gain experiences and perspectives in the world.

Unexpected twists and turns as we get to know this prominent Napan's life story with plenty of laughs along the way.

With deep roots in Napa Valley, Liz shares her experiences of being an engaged community member in this fun and lively episode.

James Beard-award-winning, World Chocolate Master, Team USA member, ukulele player, swell guy... Chef Stephen Durfee joins us with sweet stories from the kitchen.

Our musical director returns to the studio to share stories of his career along with some new tunes.

Alicia Garcia returns to the show with a surprisingly easily flowing converstaion about death and dying. Through her experience as a hospice social worker, she shares stories and offers advice on coping with those faced with mortality. We even find some laughs in it all.

Etta Williams and Alicia Garcia, co-founders of Children's Museum of Napa Valley, come in to tell us all about the plan for this forthcoming wonderful place. A lively chat to be sure!

Napa Superior Court Judge (Ret.) Ray Guadagni returns to the show to talk about is new book, Tuna The Wonderdog. Napa history, personal stories, and fond remembrances of his beloved pooch.

Sir James Forbes is back to talk about Whisky. Joining the conversation is Executive Director of Napa Valley Museum Yountville, Laura Rafaty, a Scotch aficionado who is bringing exciting and engaging programing to the museum.