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Sometimes, the hardest part of getting healthier is getting out of your own way. On this episode of The Blackberry Podcast, professional cyclist and Vision Quest founder Robbie Ventura joins hosts Sarah Chabot and Mary Celeste Beall to share what years of competition and coaching have taught him about building confidence and making lasting changes. From overcoming mental roadblocks to rethinking how we approach fitness as we age, Robbie makes the case for putting your health first — and how it’s never too late to get stronger. Follow our guests: https://www.instagram.com/robbieventura https://visionquestcoaching.com/ Follow Blackberry Farm on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blackberryfarm Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blackberryfarm TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theblackberryfarm Learn more about Blackberry Farm and make your reservation by visiting www.blackberryfarm.com. The Blackberry Podcast is a production of TenTen Media and Blackberry Farm. Producer: Kathryn Sullivan Video and Audio Recording: Reid Long Productions

On this episode of The Blackberry Podcast, hosts Sarah Chabot and Mary Celeste Beall sit down with John Coykendall, Blackberry Farm’s master gardener and one of the country’s most respected seed preservationists. Fresh off an award-winning sweep at the Tennessee Valley Fair, John discusses his decades-long mission to rescue nearly extinct heirloom varieties and protect the living history behind our food. He also shares stories from his 70-year history with the Farm, the unexpected internet fame of his perfect tomato sandwich, and why he believes a life in the garden is a life well spent — with another 20 years in mind. Follow Blackberry Farm on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blackberryfarm Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blackberryfarm TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theblackberryfarm Learn more about Blackberry Farm and make your reservation by visiting https://www.blackberryfarm.com. The Blackberry Podcast is a production of TenTen Media and Blackberry Farm. Producer: Kathryn Sullivan Video and Audio Recording: Reid Long Productions

For the first time, The Blackberry Podcast hits the road! Hosts Sarah Chabot and Mary Celeste Beall traveled to New York City and sit down with award-winning interior designer Brad Ford. From his New York showroom, FAIR, to Field + Supply, his modern makers market, Brad has built a career around an appreciation for high-quality craftsmanship. In this episode, he discusses expanding his business to the West Coast, scaling a creative brand organically, and why the stories behind handcrafted pieces matter. Follow our guest: https://www.instagram.com/brad_ford_id https://www.instagram.com/amakermoment/ https://www.bradfordid.com/ https://fieldandsupply.com/pages/dogsoffieldandsupply Follow Blackberry Farm on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blackberryfarm Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blackberryfarm TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theblackberryfarm Learn more about Blackberry Farm and make your reservation by visiting www.blackberryfarm.com. The Blackberry Podcast is a production of TenTen Media and Blackberry Farm. Producer: Kathryn Sullivan Video and Audio Recording: Reid Long Productions

For ultra-endurance cyclist Lael Wilcox, the finish line is only part of the story. On this episode of The Blackberry Podcast, hosts Sarah Chabot and Mary Celeste Beall sit down with Lael, who won the 2016 Trans Am Bike Race and broke the women’s record for cycling around the world in 2024. She talks about growing up in Anchorage, Alaska, discovering cycling in college and the experiences that have shaped her life on two wheels. From gas-station meals to alpine mornings, Lael shares stories from the road, the connections she’s made and the simple joy of waking up somewhere new every day. Follow our guests: https://www.instagram.com/laelwilcox Follow Blackberry Farm on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blackberryfarm Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blackberryfarm TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theblackberryfarm Learn more about Blackberry Farm and make your reservation by visiting www.blackberryfarm.com. The Blackberry Podcast is a production of TenTen Media and Blackberry Farm. Producer: Kathryn Sullivan Video and Audio Recording: Reid Long Productions

On this episode of The Blackberry Podcast, host Sarah Chabot and Blackberry's vice president of food and beverage, Andy Chabot, sit down with Sam Kaplan, one of the most acclaimed winemakers on the California coast. The trio traces Sam's unconventional path to the vineyard, starting far from wine country on an Oklahoma farm, and changing course entirely during a trip to Spain. Sam opens up about following his gut and how that’s guided him since his early days in Napa Valley and into the present for the sought-after wines he makes today. From his childhood farm to his latest vintage, his respect for the soil makes him a true kindred spirit of Blackberry. Follow our guests: https://www.instagram.com/thesamkaplan Follow Blackberry Farm on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blackberryfarm Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blackberryfarm TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theblackberryfarm Learn more about Blackberry Farm and make your reservation by visiting www.blackberryfarm.com. The Blackberry Podcast is a production of TenTen Media and Blackberry Farm. Producer: Kathryn Sullivan Video and Audio Recording: Reid Long Productions

What happens when an artist's creativity is untethered? This week on The Blackberry Podcast, singer-songwriter Jessie Baylin joins hosts Mary Celeste Beall and Sarah Chabot to talk about her life in Nashville and the freedom she’s enjoying while working on her seventh studio album. Jessie opens up about her sudden bursts of songwriting, leaving her inner critic in the dust with gratitude, and the daily juggle of balancing studio deadlines with running a household. The trio also chat about the nostalgic magic of record stores and Jessie’s dream of one day recording music with her husband. It's a conversation filled with passion, honesty and thoughtful reminders that creating art requires protecting the space to let it grow. Follow our guest: https://www.instagram.com/jezziebaylin Follow Blackberry Farm on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blackberryfarm Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blackberryfarm TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theblackberryfarm Learn more about Blackberry Farm and make your reservation by visiting www.blackberryfarm.com. The Blackberry Podcast is a production of TenTen Media and Blackberry Farm. Producer: Kathryn Sullivan Video and Audio Recording: Reid Long Productions

This week’s episode of The Blackberry Podcast is a conversation about teamwork — with other people, with animals and with the land. Host Sarah Chabot is joined by Blackberry Farmstead Director Christen Waddell to talk with Blackberry Farm’s cheesemaker, Chris Osborne, about what it means to work with nature to create something great. It’s easy to admire a delicious cheese when we enjoy a bite of it, but this episode shines a light on what a process it is to get there. True experts in their fields and two of the Blackberry team members behind the award-winning cheeses that come from Blackberry Farm’s creamery, Chris and Christen offer a behind-the-scenes look at fostering a good environment for the animals, how nature influences flavor and what’s unique about our sheep’s milk exclusive production. Chris shares how ingredients from the Blackberry Farm Garden have been used to create unique recipes and offers tips for the best way to enjoy your favorite cheeses served at home. If you love cheese, this is the perfect opportunity to get into a little of the science and expertise behind it from the thoughtful perspective of dedicated artisans. Follow our guest: https://www.instagram.com/c_osborne81 Follow Blackberry Farm on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blackberryfarm Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blackberryfarm TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theblackberryfarm Learn more about Blackberry Farm and make your reservation by visiting www.blackberryfarm.com. The Blackberry Podcast is a production of TenTen Media and Blackberry Farm. Producer: Kathryn Sullivan Video and Audio Recording: Reid Long Productions

When Paul Lato, winemaker and owner of Paul Lato Wines, visited Blackberry Farm for a special event called Soil to Soul, he sat down with The Blackberry Podcast to share about the path that led him to winemaking. Host Sarah Chabot is joined by guest host Andy Chabot, Blackberry’s vice president of food and beverage, to talk with Paul about his notable career. In this episode, Paul tells how he was exposed to some excellent wines long before he realized the value of what he was drinking and how a love of cooking and working with flavors developed into a love of creating wine. A first-generation winemaker, Paul shares his unique perspective on the pursuit of discovery and following your passion even if you’re not following in footsteps. He talks about the art of unlearning, following your intuition and learning your craft authentically. This conversation ends with a simple but important reminder that the true goal of great hospitality and great wine is to make people happy. Cheers to that. Follow our guest: https://www.instagram.com/paullatowines Follow Blackberry Farm on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blackberryfarm Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blackberryfarm TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theblackberryfarm Learn more about Blackberry Farm and make your reservation by visiting www.blackberryfarm.com. The Blackberry Podcast is a production of TenTen Media and Blackberry Farm. Producer: Kathryn Sullivan Video and Audio Recording: Reid Long Productions

On this episode of The Blackberry Podcast, host Sarah Chabot is joined by Blackberry Farm’s Farmstead Director, Christen Waddell. A tenured team member at Blackberry Farm and a knowledgeable biologist, farmer and grower, Christen joined for a conversation with Jim Barbour, proprietor of Barbour Vineyards. Over more than four decades, Jim has planted and managed some of Napa Valley’s most regarded vineyards. He is an advocate for responsible and sustainable farming practices and has worked with a list of leading winemakers to create exceptional wines with the grapes he grows. You don’t have to be a farmer or a grower to appreciate the level of skill and care Jim puts into his work. This episode is a deep dive into the detailed practices and first steps of what becomes some of your favorite wines to enjoy. This conversation gets into the practices of tending the land, the balance between technology and tried-and-true methods, and the beauty of loving what you do. Follow Blackberry Farm on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blackberryfarm Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blackberryfarm TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theblackberryfarm Learn more about Blackberry Farm and make your reservation by visiting www.blackberryfarm.com. The Blackberry Podcast is a production of TenTen Media and Blackberry Farm. Producer: Kathryn Sullivan Video and Audio Recording: Reid Long Productions

This episode brings two generations of incredible chefs out of the kitchen and onto The Blackberry Podcast. Emeril Lagasse is the James Beard Award winning chef and restaurateur behind a collection of restaurants in New Orleans and Las Vegas. Among his many career highlights, he is a longtime beloved television personality, known for hosting his own shows as well as joining the cast of judges on favorite cooking competitions like Top Chef. E.J. Lagasse is a culinary star on the rise, the youngest two-star Michelin chef in history, and the chef/co-owner of Emeril’s in New Orleans. This father-son duo visited Blackberry Farm for a special annual event, Passing the Torch, that honors the traditions and skills passed down from one generation of hospitality leaders to the next. In conversation with hosts Mary Celeste Beall and Sarah Chabot, the chefs share a little about their journeys in the industry and what it’s like working with family. Emeril offers his advice to aspiring chefs and E.J. shares what he thinks is most important for chefs already in the industry to remember. This episode is a testament to the way hospitality transcends generations and a reminder to follow your passions. Follow our guests: https://www.instagram.com/emeril https://www.instagram.com/ejlagasse https://www.instagram.com/emerils Follow Blackberry Farm on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blackberryfarm Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blackberryfarm TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theblackberryfarm Learn more about Blackberry Farm and make your reservation by visiting https://www.blackberryfarm.com. About the show: The Blackberry Podcast shares stories, wisdom and insight from the amazing people we get to meet and collaborate with at Blackberry Farm. We’re thrilled to be back in the world of podcasts in 2026 as we celebrate Blackberry Farm’s 50th anniversary. The show is hosted by Mary Celeste Beall, proprietor of Blackberry Farm and Blackberry Mountain, and Sarah Chabot, Blackberry’s vice president of marketing, who are joined by special guest hosts from the Blackberry team throughout the season. The Blackberry Podcast is a production of TenTen Media and Blackberry Farm. Producer: Kathryn Sullivan Video and Audio Recording: Reid Long Productions

On this episode of The Blackberry Podcast, Will deFries, the voice behind the beloved @sunday.scaries Instagram account, and Sally deFries share about their unique journey with content creation and tapping into shared experiences with audiences across the internet. From the iconic “slams laptop shut til Monday” carousel posts to the invitation to share anonymous Sunday Confessions, the couple talks about the evolution of Sunday Scaries, now with over one million followers and a brand expansion into Substack, travel content and beyond. In their conversation with hosts Mary Celeste Beall and Sarah Chabot, hear how what started as a commentary on dreading Mondays has become a space encouraging their audience to make the most of every Sunday moment. Enjoy a conversation about creative process, dedication and the unexpected turns life can take when you find your voice. Follow our guests: https://www.instagram.com/sunday.scaries https://www.instagram.com/willdefries https://www.instagram.com/sal.gals Follow Blackberry Farm on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blackberryfarm Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blackberryfarm TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theblackberryfarm Learn more about Blackberry Farm and make your reservation by visiting www.blackberryfarm.com. The Blackberry Podcast is a production of TenTen Media and Blackberry Farm. Producer: Kathryn Sullivan Video and Audio Recording: Reid Long Productions

On this episode of The Blackberry Podcast, host Sarah Chabot is joined by Blackberry’s vice president of food and beverage, Andy Chabot, for a conversation with Bettina Bryant. Bettina is the president, proprietor and CEO of Bryant Estate, a Napa Valley wine estate with a dedicated following. Bettina unpacks a life story defined by both discipline and creativity as she shares about her journey from training as a professional ballet dancer, studying and working in the art world, and bringing that same standard for excellence and beauty to wine production. This episode is an inside look at the care, thought and time that goes into making truly special wine. The three discuss what it takes to produce a great product with an uncompromising hands-on process and the importance of working with a team who approaches their work with shared passion. Follow our guests: https://www.instagram.com/bettina_s_bryant https://www.instagram.com/bryant_estate Follow Blackberry Farm on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blackberryfarm Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blackberryfarm TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theblackberryfarm Learn more about Blackberry Farm and make your reservation by visiting www.blackberryfarm.com. The Blackberry Podcast is a production of TenTen Media and Blackberry Farm. Producer: Kathryn Sullivan Video and Audio Recording: Reid Long Productions

More than three decades ago, chefs Lee Hanson and Riad Nasr met in the kitchen, and they’ve been working together ever since. On this episode of The Blackberry Podcast, host Sarah Chabot and guest host Cassidee Dabney, executive chef of The Barn at Blackberry Farm, talk with the acclaimed culinary duo about the journeys that got them to where they are today and their successful partnership in the New York City culinary scene. The James Beard Award winning restauranteurs behind Frenchette, Le Rock, Le Veaudór and Wild Cherry, the two humbly reflect on their careers, the value in trusting the process and encouragement for the next generation of hospitality professionals. Follow our guests: https://www.instagram.com/riadnasr https://www.instagram.com/leehanson66 Follow their restaurants: https://www.instagram.com/frenchettenyc/ https://www.instagram.com/lerocknyc/ https://www.instagram.com/frenchettebakery/ Follow Blackberry Farm on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blackberryfarm Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blackberryfarm TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theblackberryfarm Learn more about Blackberry Farm and make your reservation by visiting www.blackberryfarm.com. The Blackberry Podcast is a production of TenTen Media and Blackberry Farm. Producer: Kathryn Sullivan Video and Audio Recording: Reid Long Productions

On this episode of The Blackberry Podcast, hosts Mary Celeste Beall and Sarah Chabot sit down with two beloved voices in Southern fashion, Sid and Ann Mashburn. Today, the couple has seven retail stores across the United States, with Sid shepherding the menswear and Ann leading the womenswear designs. But they’ve worked to create more than clothing and shops. They’ve brought thoughtful hospitality into their spaces and brands, fostering connection and confidence. Before launching Sid Mashburn and Ann Mashburn in Atlanta, Sid helped shape iconic American retail brands like J.Crew and Tommy Hilfiger and Ann built an impactful career in fashion editorial, working with publications including Vogue and Glamour. On the episode, the couple shares about entrepreneurship, creative partnership and the journey of building a brand with longevity and heart. Follow our guests: https://www.instagram.com/sidmashburn https://www.instagram.com/annmashburn Follow Blackberry Farm on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blackberryfarm Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blackberryfarm TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theblackberryfarm Learn more about Blackberry Farm and make your reservation by visiting www.blackberryfarm.com. The Blackberry Podcast is a production of TenTen Media and Blackberry Farm. Producer: Kathryn Sullivan Video and Audio Recording: Reid Long Productions

This episode of The Blackberry Podcast was filmed in front of a live audience during Masters of Craft, a special event at Blackberry Farm that welcomed John Shields and Karen Urie Shields as guest chefs. Host Sarah Chabot sat down with Cassidee Dabney, executive chef of The Barn at Blackberry Farm®, to interview John and Karen about their culinary journeys, going from beginning individual careers in the kitchen to owning and operating a three Michelin star restaurant recently named the number one restaurant in North America by World’s 50 Best. As the creative forces behind both Smyth and The Loyalist in Chicago, John and Karen are known for an innovative approach to seasonal fine dining and their exceptional culinary artistry, and they share about creating an atmosphere that encourages creativity and excellence in the industry. In this conversation, the group connects on the impact of hospitality and the memories made through sharing a great meal. Follow our guests: https://www.instagram.com/chefjohnshields https://www.instagram.com/smythchicago/ https://www.instagram.com/theloyalistchicago/ Follow Blackberry Farm on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blackberryfarm Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blackberryfarm TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theblackberryfarm Learn more about Blackberry Farm and make your reservation by visiting www.blackberryfarm.com. The Blackberry Podcast is a production of TenTen Media and Blackberry Farm. Producer: Kathryn Sullivan Video and Audio Recording: Reid Long Productions