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Nov 2026

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Welcome to the MHW podcast, bringing you conversations with experts and leaders in the alcoholic beverage industry. Covering topics ranging from selling alcohol online, creating a new brand from scratch, and what you need to know when you start doing business internationally. Hosted by Jimmy Moreland and a rotating cast of cohosts from the folks at MHW .

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November 3, 2026Episode 5833 min

Listen Before You Act - Developing Distributor and Account Relationships - with Chris Ladas

Gaining a foothold in the hyper-competitve world of craft spirits is tough, and all the money and strategy in the world won’t help if you’re not listening to your customers. Host Jimmy Moreland welcomes MHW’ s Brigid McCabe and Ryan Keegan to chat with Chris Ladas , founder of XAL Consulting , about how newer brands can think when developing relationships with accounts, distributors, and their end customers. Connect with Chris Ladas and XAL Consulting | Website | LinkedIn More info about MHW at https://www.mhwltd.com/ Follow us! LinkedIn | Instagram

September 29, 2026Episode 5733 min

The Surprisingly Non-Straightforward World of Non-Alcoholic Beverage Compliance - with Lindsey Zahn

As the bev-alc industry adapts to the tastes and trends of younger consumers, the low- and no-alc beverage categories continue to grow. Host Jimmy Moreland and MHW ’s Brigid McCabe chat with alcohol beverage and food attorney Lindsey Zahn about the surprisingly complex regulatory environment that brands navigate as they consider developing a no-alcohol product. Even the phrase “no-alcohol” may not be as simple as one might think. Connect with Lindsey Zahn P.C. | Website | LinkedIn | Instagram More info about MHW at https://www.mhwltd.com/ Follow us! LinkedIn | Instagram

September 1, 2026Episode 5635 min

The Digital Frontier of Beverage Alcohol Fractional Sales Recruitment: BoozeBiz x Lateish Drinks

The MHW Mark Podcast is back! As the industry at large navigates shifting trends, solutions for identifying and recruiting talent are in high demand. Host Jimmy Moreland and MHW ’s Brigid McCabe chat with Lateish Drinks founder Asher Flowers and returning guest, BoozeBiz founder Caitlyn Lubell about the trends they’re seeing, what solutions the market is responding to, and how AI factors into all this. Connect with BoozeBiz | Website | LinkedIn | Instagram Find out more about Lateish Drinks | Website | LinkedIn | Instagram More info about MHW at https://www.mhwltd.com/ Follow us! LinkedIn | Instagram

April 21, 2026Episode 5518 min

Vinexpo Americas Miami - with Julia Locatelli

Is your 2026 as packed as ours?The MHW team gets back into the podcast studio to preview one of spring’s most exciting events - Vinexpo Americas . Host Jimmy Moreland welcomes cohost Cassidy Poe to chat with Julia Locatelli , Head of Marketing & Strategy for Vinexposium . Hear show highlights, advice for attendees, and more. Head to the Vinexpo Americas website to register. MHW listeners can claim their free badge by entering code VAM26MHW at checkout. Want to hear more from Julia and the Vinexposium team? Check out their podcast Voice of the Industry More info about MHW at https://www.mhwltd.com/ Follow us! LinkedIn | Instagram

January 20, 2026Episode 5452 min

MHW Turns 30

Spirits are high as the MHW team celebrates 30 years of serving clients in the beverage alcohol industry. Host Jimmy Moreland welcomes the largest panel ever assembled on the podcast, including cohosts Brigid McCabe and Cassidy Poe . Longtime listeners will recognize podcast alums Scott Saul and Maryann Pisani , and we hear from Debra Rosen, Tonya Romero, Lauren Jankiewicz, Dawn Cavallo, Fanny Cuevas, Alexandra Morey, and Cheryl Tittle . More info about MHW at https://www.mhwltd.com/ Follow us! LinkedIn | Instagram

October 21, 2025Episode 5339 min

Mezcal is a Woman's World - with Mia Tonelli and Alana Abbitt

The mezcal category continues to show striking year-over-year growth. On this episode, we welcome two founders of newer mezcal brands to share their stories of navigating brand development, distribution, compliance, and other challenges. Host Jimmy Moreland and MHW 's Brigid McCabe welcome Doce Mezcal 's Mia Tonelli and Santa Almagia 's Alana Abbitt . Find out more about Doce Mezcal | Website See more about Santa Almagia | Website More info about MHW at https://www.mhwltd.com/ Follow us! LinkedIn | Instagram

October 7, 2025Episode 5226 min

The Bad Idea Factory - with Michelle Ivey

On this episode, we're joined by the co-founder of 11C & Company Michelle Ivey . Host Jimmy Moreland and MHW 's head of BrandArc Ian Perez chat about the challenges brands face from ideation to sales and marketing. Michelle's experience shines through with valuable and entertaining industry stories, including the "bad idea factory." Find out more about 11C and Co. | Website Come say hi to the MHW team at Bar Convent Berlin at Booth #PEG021 More info about MHW at https://www.mhwltd.com/ Follow us! LinkedIn | Instagram

September 23, 2025Episode 5131 min

Building Brand Infrastructure Through Partnerships - with Tim Houston

New brands face all kinds of challenges, and frequently lack access to tools and talent that more established brands have. MHW 's Brigid McCabe and host Jimmy Moreland connect with Tim Houston , founder of Vertical Beverage Group , to hear insights from a long career in bev alc and other industries, and what he feels we can look forward to as non-alc and THC-infused beverages continue to grow their market shares. Find out more about Vertical Beverage Group | Website Come say hi to the MHW team at Bar Convent Berlin at Booth #PEG021 More info about MHW at https://www.mhwltd.com/ Follow us! LinkedIn | Instagram

September 9, 2025Episode 5043 min

The Power of Connectivity and “So What?” - with Taylor Foxman

Let’s talk networking. Whether it’s online or in person; informal or with a professional trade networking group. Host Jimmy Moreland and MHW 's Brigid McCabe chat with The Industry Collective Founder Taylor Foxman to get her thoughts on developing and leveraging connections in bev alc and other businesses, and much more. Find out more about The Industry Collective | Website More info about MHW at https://www.mhwltd.com/ Follow us! LinkedIn | Instagram

August 26, 2025Episode 4943 min

Demystifying the Three-Tier System: The Distributor's Perspective - with Allan Carter

This week, we're thrilled to bring you a great conversation with Revenue Beverage President Allan Carter . Host Jimmy Moreland and MHW 's Brigid McCabe sat down with Allan to get his perspective on the back end of the three-tier system, how growing brands can better navigate today's challenges, and what strategies can help them capitalize on market opportunities. Find out more about Revenue Beverage | Website More info about MHW at https://www.mhwltd.com/ Follow us! LinkedIn | Instagram