Italian Wine Podcast

Welcome to Episode 2468 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, Barbara Fitzgerald interviews Tyler Balliet of Rebel School of Wine, an entrepreneur, author, and innovator who has been reshaping how consumers experience wine. Key Takeaways: Using storytelling over education — focus on narratives, not lectures. Building confidence by making people feel comfortable with wine. Creating fun, engaging, and memorable experiences for consumers. More about the guest:  Tyler Balliet is an entrepreneur, author, and journalist who has been reshaping the wine industry since 2006. She is the author of Rebel School of Wine, nominated for a 2025 James Beard Book Award. Tyler created Rosé Mansion and Wine Riot, two groundbreaking wine experiences that drew more than half a million guests and redefined how a new generation connects with wine. A former Inc. Magazine 30 Under 30 and Wine Enthusiast 40 Under 40 honoree, she has judged international wine competitions, traveled extensively through global wine r