Bringing Everyone to the Table: Chasity Cooper on Modern Wine Culture

In this episode of the Vint Wine Podcast, host Billy Galanko sits down with wine writer, speaker, and cultural commentator Chasity Cooper, named one of Wine Enthusiast’s 40 Under 40 Tastemakers, for a wide-ranging conversation about how she’s changing the way people talk about and engage with wine.

Chasity shares how a study abroad trip to Madrid sparked her passion for wine, and how her background in journalism and nonprofit communications led her to carve a path in wine media. From early Instagram posts to bylines in VinePair and Wine Enthusiast, she explains what it took to break into a space that’s often viewed as exclusive and intimidating.

They discuss her book The Wine Convo Generator a playful guide designed to give readers the vocabulary and confidence to talk about wine, as well as her mission to make wine culture more accessible, inclusive, and connected to everyday life.

Topics include:

• Why wine is ultimately about culture, context, and connection
• Her favorite wine bars in Chicago and approach to recommending wines for any budget
• The impact of social media on wine language, education, and identity
• Thoughts on celebrity wines, non-alcoholic alternatives, and emerging U.S. wine regions
• Pairing wine with everyday foods—from hot dogs to Harold’s Chicken

Whether you're a seasoned wine collector or someone who's just getting started, this conversation is full of insight, humor, and heart.

Resources & Mentions:

• The Wine Convo Generator by Chasity Cooper
• Chasity’s website: chasitycooper.com

The Vint Wine Podcast is hosted and produced by Billy Galanko. For more content follow Billy on Instagram @BillyGalanko_wine_nerd and for partnerships and collaborations please email billy@sommeliermedia.com.

Cheers!