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Award-Winning Podcast Duo Announces New Book, 'A Haunted Road Atlas: Next Stop' Andrews McMeel Publishing to Release September 2024

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Monday, April 8, 2024

Christine and Em's And That's Why We Drink is an award-winning comedy podcast, where the paranormal and true crime meet. Launched in February 2017, each new episode is a deep dive into whatever paranormal and true crime stories the hosts are obsessing over that week. The podcast has over 200 million lifetime downloads and is consistently ranked at the top of the comedy podcast charts. The podcast is the winner of the 2019, 2021 and 2022 People's Voice "Webby" award for Best Comedy Podcast, the 2022 and 2023 People's Choice Podcast Award in the Comedy Category, the 2023 winner in the Best True Crime Podcast for the People's Choice Awards, the 2023 Signal Awards Gold winner in Best Commute Podcast and True Crime Categories, the 2023 W3 Awards Gold winner in the General Series Crime and Mystery Category and the Silver winner in the Best Co-Hosts Category, as well as the 2023 Davey Awards Silver winner in the Podcast Features Best Co-Hosts category and the Podcast Series Crime and Mystery Category. Em and Christine have been touring the show since 2018 -- with their latest live tour, "On the Rocks," selling out across North America. They will debut an all-new tour "Pour Decisions" in the fall of 2024.

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  • "We've never been particularly good at stopping a project when we know there's more we can do," Schulz said.
  • Christine and Em's And That's Why We Drink is an award-winning comedy podcast, where the paranormal and true crime meet.
  • The podcast has over 200 million lifetime downloads and is consistently ranked at the top of the comedy podcast charts.
  • Andrews McMeel Publishing | ISBN: 9781-5248-8625-7
    Price: $24.99 ($32.99 CAN) | Paperback, jacketed | 7.1 x 9 | 304 pages
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IZEA Campaigns Win Gold at the 2024 Muse Creative Awards

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Monday, March 25, 2024

ORLANDO, Fla., March 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- IZEA Worldwide, Inc. (NASDAQ: IZEA ), the premier provider of technology, data, and services for the Creator Economy, today announced it has won two gold awards at the 2024 Muse Creative Awards for its campaigns with AlphaESS and Casillero del Diablo.

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  • ORLANDO, Fla., March 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- IZEA Worldwide, Inc. (NASDAQ: IZEA ), the premier provider of technology, data, and services for the Creator Economy, today announced it has won two gold awards at the 2024 Muse Creative Awards for its campaigns with AlphaESS and Casillero del Diablo.
  • IZEA and Casillero del Diablo, a Chilean wine company, won in the Social Media - Celebrity & Influencer category for an ambassador campaign to promote the wine brand.
  • “We are honored to receive Muse Awards for our work with AlphaESS and Casillero del Diablo,” said Ted Murphy, IZEA CEO and founder.
  • These achievements illustrate our ability to produce innovative, impactful, and effective campaigns on a global scale.”
    The Muse Creative Awards, hosted and organized by the International Awards Associate (IAA), recognizes excellence in creative design, advertising, and digital media.

Orlando's Perfect Match: Hotel Landy, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel, Brings New Energy to Universal Blvd

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Thursday, March 21, 2024

Brought to life by international design and architecture firm Parker Torres , Hotel Landy’s interior spaces embody a sense of creativity and eclecticism.

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  • Brought to life by international design and architecture firm Parker Torres , Hotel Landy’s interior spaces embody a sense of creativity and eclecticism.
  • "We are thrilled to unveil Hotel Landy as the latest addition to our growing portfolio," shares Ian Glastein, Co-Head of Real Estate and Managing Principal, Monarch Alternative Capital.
  • Hotel Landy’s perpetual energy continues with a 24/7 Kinetic Game Room, which includes retro arcade games, dueling Sudoku walls, air hockey and more.
  • “The energy of this hotel blends so seamlessly with our prime location on Universal Boulevard,” says Demetrius Hodge, Hotel Landy General Manager.

69% OF CONSUMERS PLAN TO CELEBRATE EASTER, 53% TO BUY CANDY, NUMERATOR REPORTS

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024

Overall, 69% of consumers plan to celebrate Easter this year, and it is the second-most popular holiday for purchasing candy (after Halloween), with 53% of celebrators intending to buy candy.

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  • Overall, 69% of consumers plan to celebrate Easter this year, and it is the second-most popular holiday for purchasing candy (after Halloween), with 53% of celebrators intending to buy candy.
  • 69% of consumers plan to celebrate Easter, but plans vary by generation and location.
  • Consumers in the West are more likely to grill or barbeque for Easter, while consumers in the Midwest are more likely to gather with family and friends.
  • Gen Z is twice as likely to buy alcoholic beverages for the holiday (28% vs. 14% for all consumers).

Full Glass Wine Co. Secures $14 Million Funding; Acquires Leading DTC Wine Subscription Brand, Bright Cellars

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Thursday, April 4, 2024

This combined announcement signifies Full Glass Wine Co.’s commitment to become the dominant player in the evolving DTC wine market.

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  • This combined announcement signifies Full Glass Wine Co.’s commitment to become the dominant player in the evolving DTC wine market.
  • Full Glass Wine Co-Founder and CEO, Louis Amoroso, is a three-decade veteran and pioneer in the DTC beverage industry.
  • By acquiring Bright Cellars, Full Glass Wine Co. expands its subscription-based models, while Winc and Wine Insiders cater to different purchase preferences and price points.
  • The acquisition of Bright Cellars brings several benefits to Full Glass Wine Co. By integrating Bright Cellars' loyal customer base, Full Glass Wine Co. expands its reach and connects with a broader audience of wine enthusiasts.

Saratoga Rotary Club Hosts Annual Art Show May 4-5, 2024

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Thursday, April 4, 2024

The Rotary Club of Saratoga is hosting its annual Art Show on May 4-5, 2024 at West Valley College and, for the first time, a 5K Run/Walk For a Cause race to benefit local charities.

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  • The Rotary Club of Saratoga is hosting its annual Art Show on May 4-5, 2024 at West Valley College and, for the first time, a 5K Run/Walk For a Cause race to benefit local charities.
  • The Art Show will be open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on both Saturday and Sunday.
  • Every year, the Art Show draws art lovers and collectors from all over the Bay Area to visit and purchase one-of-a-kind creations directly from artists .
  • A portion of the art sales proceeds benefit the Saratoga Rotary Charitable Foundation.

The Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits Liquid Insights Tour Returns with New Cities

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024

Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits (Southern Glazer's)—the world’s preeminent distributor of beverage alcohol—today announced that its six-city Liquid Insights Tour is returning in 2024.

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  • Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits (Southern Glazer's)—the world’s preeminent distributor of beverage alcohol—today announced that its six-city Liquid Insights Tour is returning in 2024.
  • During the Tour, Southern Glazer’s team will visit a wide variety of bars, hotels, restaurants, and other on-premise locations that serve liquid libations to customers.
  • The key findings of the Liquid Insights Tour will be announced in the third quarter of 2024.
  • Follow Liquid Insights Tour updates on Southern Glazer’s Instagram, Facebook, and X channels @sgwinespirits and at https://southernglazers.com/liquid-insights .

Global Glass Packaging Market Outlook & Forecast 2023-2028: O-I Glass, Ardagh Group, Gerresheimer, Verallia Set to Dominate the Industry - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024

The global glass packaging market is expected to grow from US$62.88 Billion in 2022 to US$82.99 Billion in 2028, at a CAGR of 4.73%

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  • The global glass packaging market is expected to grow from US$62.88 Billion in 2022 to US$82.99 Billion in 2028, at a CAGR of 4.73%
    The global glass packaging market is characterized by a dynamic interplay of various factors that shape the market.
  • First and foremost, significant manufacturers in the global glass packaging market, such as O-I Glass, Ardagh Group, Gerresheimer, Verallia, and others, dominate the sector.
  • The global glass packaging market is mainly driven by increased disposable income, urbanization, and rising consumption of food & beverages.
  • The perception of glass as a healthier choice drives the glass packaging market, especially for products consumed directly from the packaging.

JetBlue Expands Transatlantic Service to Paris With Launch of Daily Nonstop Flight From Boston

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Thursday, April 4, 2024

The A321 - offering the range of a wide-body but with the economics of a single-aisle aircraft- allows JetBlue to effectively disrupt the transatlantic market with the airline’s award-winning service and low fares.

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  • The A321 - offering the range of a wide-body but with the economics of a single-aisle aircraft- allows JetBlue to effectively disrupt the transatlantic market with the airline’s award-winning service and low fares.
  • Charles de Gaulle airport is Europe’s second busiest international airport, serving more than 76 million travelers in 2019.
  • Through this strategy, JetBlue’s goal is to reach net zero carbon emissions by 2040, ten years ahead of broader industry targets.
  • JetBlue is New York's Hometown Airline®, and a leading carrier in Boston, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood, Los Angeles, Orlando and San Juan.

Vintage Wine Estates Announces Appointment of Steven Strom to Board of Directors

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024

Vintage Wine Estates, Inc. (Nasdaq: VWE and VWEWW) (“VWE” or the “Company”) today announced the appointment of Steven Strom to its Board of Directors, as of March 28, 2024.

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  • Vintage Wine Estates, Inc. (Nasdaq: VWE and VWEWW) (“VWE” or the “Company”) today announced the appointment of Steven Strom to its Board of Directors, as of March 28, 2024.
  • As an independent director, Mr. Strom will serve as the Chair of the Finance Committee, which also includes Robert L. Berner III, Mark Harms, Jon Moramarco and Patrick Roney.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240402236199/en/
    “We are excited to add Steven’s significant experience in completing challenging financings and financial restructurings to our Board.
  • “Steven is joining our Board at an opportune time as we accelerate our journey to simplify the VWE business model and focus on a sustainable core of Super Premium+ priority brands.