Wine and Dime Episode 77 - YWCA Elmira CEO Serving in Life with Michele Johnson
On this episode of Wine and Dime, I get the opportunity to sit down Michele Johnson. Michele serves as the CEO of the YWCA of Elmira. We had a great conversation about the organization, how she became a part of it, what they do, and how you can help. So have a listen to this episode about a very passionate women who seeks to empower women of any age, race, or situation!
Michele Johnson
CEO - YWCA Elmira
Like the majority of people in Elmira, I spent my youth in the YWCA pool and am now excited to be part of the team responsible for its future. We are proud to be part of a national organization that has been on the forefront of the most critical social movements for more than 150 years— from women’s empowerment and civil rights, to affordable housing and pay equity, to violence prevention and health care.
In Elmira we have been supporting and empowering women and families for over 125 years with quality and affordable child care, women's health services, recreation and fitness classes, and education in a variety of areas.
This year we have realigned, revamped, and revitalized our services and facilities but our purpose has never changed - to serve our community in as many ways as possible. We are proud to live here and have the opportunity to serve you, our family and friends.
As we continue to evolve and grow we invite you to participate whether it be membership, attending events, using our services, donating, or just stopping by to see our changes.
Thanks for your continued support of this amazing organization!
YWCA of Elmira
WHO WE ARE
The YWCA has been serving our community for over 125 years. In 1887, a home was established for young women leaving farms to work in industry. Since then, the YW’s programs have grown and evolved to meet community needs.
OUR YOUTH
We are the largest child care provider in Chemung County, offering quality care for pre-school through 6th grade. Our Kids World & Summer Enrichment programs serve over 700 children daily after school and holidays at 17 sites. Our Youth Leading the Way programming offers your middle and high school student after school programs and activities to keep them safe and involved while you work.
YOUR HEALTH
The YWCA’s Women’s Breast Health program has a certified “fitter” in our Pink Boutique who can fit a breast cancer patient properly with a quality prostheses, mastectomy bra and swimwear. They are also happy to fit any woman properly for any bra or swimwear. We provide breast surgery patients with a FREE post-operative camisole. We provide some emergency funding for breast cancer survivors.
YOUR WELLNESS
Our Water, Fitness & Recreation program has a heated pool, gym and health resources for you. We will teach your children how to swim. We offer affordable and fun community swim times for families and groups. We help you after you have had surgery or suffer from arthritis with our rehabilitative therapy aqua classes. You can take an Aqua-Dance, Karate or Silver Foxes class.
AMY IRVINE
ROOTED PLANNING GROUP
10 EAST MARKET STREET
CORNING NY 14830
WWW.ROOTEDPG.COM
EMAIL: AMY@ROOTEDPG.COM
Wine and Dime Episode 76 - CARE About Education with Judge John
Welcome back Wine and Dime listeners. In this episode, I welcome the Honorable Judge John Ninfo, II. Judge John is a retired bankruptcy judge who also founded CARE (Credit Abuse Resistance Education). In this episode, John shares some great stories about the importance of personal finance education, the founding of CARE, and we even talk about the wines that he likes and his true enjoyment of a good scotch. You can read some of Judge John’s weekly columns at mpnnow.com (search “Ninfo”).
If you enjoyed the episode, please be sure to rate and subscribe! And thanks again for listening!
John C. Ninfo, II
Judge Ninfo was a bankruptcy judge for the United States bankruptcy court, Western District of New York. He was appointed to the bench in 1992 and served as Chief Judge from January 1, 2000 until December 31, 2006. After 2006 he served as a judge until December 31, 2011.
Education and early life
Judge Ninfo attended Georgetown University for his Bachelors degree in 1968 and Boston University for his J.D. in 1973. From 1968 until 1970 he served in the United States Marine Corps, becoming Chief Legal Clerk to the Judge Advocate General of the 4th Marine Air Wing.
Career
From 1970 until 1992 he engaged in private law practice with the Rochester firm of Underberg and Kessler, specializing in creditors' rights and bankruptcy law.
CARE program
In 2002, Ninfo founded the Credit Abuse Resistance Education (CARE) program. It is a personal finance literacy education program in which bankruptcy judges, trustees, attorneys and court staff go into high schools and colleges and meet with businesses, faith groups and veterans in an effort to educate them on staying out of debt and financial responsibility.
CARE - Credit Abuse Resistance Education
CARE's mission is to educate individuals, with a focus on young adults, on the responsible use of credit and the fundamentals of financial literacy, as well as the potential consequences of poor money management and credit abuse.
Founded in 2002 by now-retired US Bankruptcy Court Judge John C. Ninfo II, Credit Abuse Resistance Education (CARE) was created to teach high school and college students about the responsible use of credit and the consequences of credit card abuse. Judge Ninfo grew the organization to have a national presence by helping other bankruptcy professionals start their own CARE programs across the nation.
Upon his retirement, Judge Ninfo turned CARE over to the American Bankruptcy Institute in Alexandria, VA, where it expanded and developed into a nationally branded organization. In 2016, CARE received its 501(c)(3) status from the IRS and has emerged as a national nonprofit community service organization dedicated to inspiring smart financial-decision making by students and young adults.
Now, 15 years after its creation, our organization recruits and trains professionals in the bankruptcy and other financial services fields, who are then invited to schools and other venues to teach the fundamentals of personal financial management.
Wine For Normal People
This week we discuss Sicily, the largest island in the Mediterranean that has a wildness, a culture, and a wine portfolio all its own. From the islands that make luscious sweet wines, to the hot interior churning out fruity reds, to the elegant reds and whites of Mount Etna, Sicily has something for everyone and is on the rise.
Sicily Overview
Largest island in the Mediterranean, volcanic– huge with rough infrastructure
Harvest lasts for over three months, beginning in the August heat in Trapaniand ending in Mount Etna in mid-November
As the author Nicolas Belfrage, “Brunello to Zibibbo”, Sicily has the potential to be “California, Australia, Chile, southern France, Jerez and middle Italy all rolled into one”
Long storied history of winemaking traditions there exist since Greek, Roman and medieval times.
Number of DOCs: 23: Etna, Marsala, Moscato di Pantelleria (sweet wine), Cerasuolo di Vittoria (DOCG – mostly Nero d’Avola with some Frappato).
Also: Catch-all IGT Terre Siciliane (25% of the island’s production)
Main white grapes:Cataratto, Trebbiano, Inzolia, Grecanico, Chardonnay, Grillo, Viognier, Caricante, Zibibbo
Main red grapes: Nero d’Avola, Syrah, Merlot, Nerello Mascalese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sangiovese, Frappato, Nerello Cappuccio
Leading Sicilian producers:
Benanti, Ceuso, COS, Corvo (Duca di Salaparuta), Cottanera, Cusumano, De Bartoli, Donnafugata, Feudo Montoni, Firriato, Florio, Frank Cornelissen, Gulfi, Il Cantante, Morgante, Occhipinti, Planeta, Regaleali, Tenuta di Fessina, Terre Nere
AMY IRVINE
ROOTED PLANNING GROUP
10 EAST MARKET STREET
CORNING NY 14830
WWW.ROOTEDPG.COM
EMAIL: AMY@ROOTEDPG.COM
Wine and Dime Episode 75 - Couples and Money
Welcome back to another episode of Wine and Dime. This week we welcome back Strong Roots host and colleague Kerrie Beene. Kerrie and I have a great conversation about couple and money. We discuss how financial stress can be a primary reason some couple argue, and can be a major factor in why some couple divorce. We discuss some strategies to be more open and transparent about money decisions that may lead to a better relationship. So sit on back, pop open a bottle of your favorite vino and enjoy this weeks episode!
AMY IRVINE
ROOTED PLANNING GROUP
10 EAST MARKET STREET
CORNING NY 14830
WWW.ROOTEDPG.COM
EMAIL: AMY@ROOTEDPG.COM
Wine and Dime Episode 74 - LoanBuddy Alex Bottom
Hey there Wine and Dime listeners! We’re back with another topic you know I’m passionate about… Student Loans…! I know what a surprise! Well, this weeks guest is the one of the co-founders of LoanBuddy, Alex Bottom. LoanBuddy is a new financial technology platform, with a focus on providing solutions for advisors who are student loan planning for their clients. Alex and I had a great conversation about what led him into helping people get their student loan debt under control. This is a great episode for anyone that may need some insight into student loans and where to go to find assistance. So Sip on back, pop open a bottle of your favorite wine and enjoy the show!
Alex Bottom
Twitter - @ALEXBOTTOM
“I'm proud of the accelerating growth at LoanBuddy, now with 200+ Financial Advisors, that we call Members, who track and monitor over $100 Million of student loan debt on our platform. Our first beta users logged into a primitive beta in May of 2018 and we have gained tremendous insight from our community as we continue to build more features for them. I am on the Economics Leadership Council at my alma mater, the University of Southern California.”
LoanBuddy.us
Twitter - @LoanBuddyApp
WHY LOANBUDDY
Finally, a real service to help you conquer your student loan debt.
There are over 100 different options when it comes to student loans. From different loan types, to different repayment plans, to forgiveness options, to more complex things like deferment and forbearance.
It’s confusing.
For years, borrowers have had to rely on the help from the loan servicers - which if you’ve watched the news lately - might not be the best.
And every year, as Congress tries to make things better, they just end up making things more confusing - and even scaring people with threats to end certain programs.
The fact is, student loans are confusing, scary, challenging, and more.
LoanBuddy is redefining what it means to get out of student loan debt.
Here’s what you get with LoanBuddy
Know The Lowest Repayment Plan For You - Free
Stop having to DIY your loans with LoanBuddy Plus
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Connect with financial planners that really understand student loan debt
Malbec is a purple grape variety used in making red wine. The grapes tend to have an inky dark color and robust tannins, and are known as one of the six grapes allowed in the blend of red Bordeaux wine. The French plantations of Malbec are now found primarily in Cahors in South West France. It is increasingly celebrated as an Argentine varietal wine and is being grown around the world.
Called Malbec in Bordeaux, Auxerrois or Côte Noir in Cahors, and Pressac in other places, the grape became less popular in Bordeaux after 1956 when frost killed off 75% of the crop. Despite Cahors being hit by the same frost, which devastated the vineyards, Malbec was replanted and continued to be popular in that area where it was mixed with Merlot and Tannat to make dark, full-bodied wines, and more recently has been made into 100% Malbec varietal wines.
The Malbec grape is a thick-skinned grape and needs more sun and heat than either Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot to mature. It ripens mid-season and can bring very deep color, ample tannin, and a particular plum-like flavor component to add complexity to claret blends. Sometimes, especially in its traditional growing regions, it is not trellised and cultivated as bush vines (the goblet system). The wines are rich, dark and juicy.
As a varietal, Malbec creates a rather inky red (or violet), intense wine, so it is also commonly used in blends, such as with Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon to create the red French Bordeaux claret blend. The grape is blended with Cabernet Francand Gamay in some regions such as the Loire Valley. Other wine regions use the grape to produce Bordeaux-style blends. The varietal is sensitive to frost and has a proclivity to shatter or coulure.
This episode was presented by
Amy Irvine
AND IN COLLABORATION WITH
The Seneca Lake Wine Trail
AMY IRVINE
ROOTED PLANNING GROUP
10 EAST MARKET STREET
CORNING NY 14830
WWW.ROOTEDPG.COM
EMAIL: AMY@ROOTEDPG.COM
Wine and Dime Episode 73 - with Whealthcare Planning Co-Founder Chris Heye
In this episode of Wine and Dime, I get the opportunity to sit down with a co-founder of Whealthcare Planning, Dr. Chris Heye. We had a great conversation about the cost of health care and the impact it can have on your wealth, especially as you age. The inspiration that led him to being a part of this organization, and the passion he has is not something you want to miss. So, pop open a bottle of your favorite wine, or a nice Red Bordeaux, as Chris suggests, and enjoy the show!!
Whealthcare Planning
Facebook - @whealthcareplan
Twitter - @whealthcareplan
Our story
We are a mission-driven company dedicated to helping individuals and families more successfully plan for the financial and emotional challenges associated with aging.
We provide a unique cloud-based platform offering a suite of innovative tools and educational materials developed in cooperation with thought leaders in geriatrics, psychiatry, and financial planning. Our approach is based in part on a clinical study and related work conducted in the psychiatry department at the Massachusetts General Hospital.
Our platform focuses on preparing individuals and families for four major life transitions that virtually all older adults confront: when to turn over financial decision-making, when and how to transition health care decision-making, when to change living arrangements, and when to quit driving.
Chris Heye, PhD - Co-Founder
Dr Heye is the Co-Founder of Whealthcare Planning LLC and Founder and CEO of Cogniscient, Inc. and has extensive experience starting and running technology companies. After confronting dementia first hand in his own family and witnessing elder financial abuse in friends, he decided not enough was being done to protect the financial well-being of older adults. He co-designed and managed the clinical study “Cognitive Function as a Proxy of Financial Decision Making in Older Primary Care Adults” at the Massachusetts General Hospital which investigated the behavioral and cognitive underpinnings of financial decision-making. He is a member of the Financial Planning Association's (FPA) FinTech Advisory Group. He received his BA from Wesleyan University and PhD from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
Burgundy wine
Burgundy Wine is wine made in the Burgundy region in eastern France in the valleys and slopes west of the Saône, a tributary of the Rhône. The most famous wines produced here—those commonly referred to as "Burgundies"—are dry red wines made from Pinot noir grapes and white wines made from Chardonnay grapes.
Red and white wines are also made from other grape varieties, such as Gamay and Aligoté, respectively. Small amounts of rosé and sparkling wines are also produced in the region. Chardonnay-dominated Chablis and Gamay-dominated Beaujolais are formally part of the Burgundy wine region, but wines from those subregions are usually referred to by their own names rather than as "Burgundy wines".
Burgundy has a higher number of appellations d'origine contrôlée (AOCs) than any other French region, and is often seen as the most terroir-conscious of the French wine regions. The various Burgundy AOCs are classified from carefully delineated Grand Cru vineyards down to more non-specific regional appellations. The practice of delineating vineyards by their terroir in Burgundy goes back to medieval times, when various monasteries played a key role in developing the Burgundy wine industry.
AMY IRVINE
ROOTED PLANNING GROUP
10 EAST MARKET STREET
CORNING NY 14830
WWW.ROOTEDPG.COM
EMAIL: AMY@ROOTEDPG.COM
Wine and Dime Episode 72 - Forward Thinking with Sue Gruber
Hey Wine and Dime listeners, welcome back for another episode, and thank you for listening. Today’s guest is Sue Gruber. Sue is a retired teacher who has started a new business called Forward Thinking Home Solutions. Forward thinking was born out of the struggles that she came across while remodeling her home, and thinking about her future. When you listen to how Sue became a certified aging specialist you’ll really respect the time and commitment that she has put into this encore career. So sit back, open your favorite beverage and enjoy the show.
Sue Gruber
Forward Thinking Home Solutions
forward.thinking.homes@gmail.com
Sue Gruber's career choices and passion for remodeling and design naturally led her to earn the National Association of Home Builder's (NAHB) designation of Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist (CAPS). This subsequently led her to take NAHB continuing education classes for Universal Design/Build and Train-the-Trainer status.
Years ago, as Pastoral Associate for the All Saints Parish in Corning, NY, Sue visited parishioners in nursing and assisted-living facilities and found that many of the residents were unable to go home only because their homes were unfit. This prompted her to renovate her own home, designing all of the changes and doing the majority of the renovations herself with the counsel of contractors and qualified advisors. Intuitively, she used Universal Design elements throughout. Afterwards, she was encouraged to earn CAPS designation to help educate others in our area about Aging-in-Place and Universal Design. She is passionate about educating others so that they can make good forward-thinking decisions when remodeling or building their home.
Sue is now a Licensed Approved NAHB Instructor and offers NAHB CAPS and Universal Design/Build courses for contractors, health professionals, designers, architects, and anyone interested in modifying or building a home. Teaching these courses has been one of the most rewarding experiences for Sue, as it brings her in contact with dedicated experts from many fields related to aging in place. Their stories are awe-inspiring. The sharing of experiences and expertise makes the class a well-rounded learning experience for everyone involved. By the end of the three days, friendships have been formed and networks have been built.
AMY IRVINE
ROOTED PLANNING GROUP
10 EAST MARKET STREET
CORNING NY 14830
WWW.ROOTEDPG.COM
EMAIL: AMY@ROOTEDPG.COM
Wine and Dime Episode 71 - Tax Planning for Retirement
Hey Wine and Dime listeners today’s episode is a little different then past podcasts. Today it is just me, Amy Irvine. A few weeks ago I presented at a community event about taxes and retirement planning; the feedback I received was that they wanted to hear the presentation all over again to pick out different parts of the content. So, I decided to record some of the information. If you are in your mid to late 40’s or older, this is an important episode for you. What should you can expect to learn from this episode?
Tax Planning through Four Stages of Retirement
How Social Security and Working Income Intertwine
Information about Medicare
How to “Bucket” Your Portfolio and Income
Click the buttons below for more information on Tax Planning for Retirement
AMY IRVINE
ROOTED PLANNING GROUP
10 EAST MARKET STREET
CORNING NY 14830
WWW.ROOTEDPG.COM
EMAIL: AMY@ROOTEDPG.COM
Wine and Dime Episode 70 - Psychology of Money
In this episode of Wine and Dime, I again chat with Kerrie Beene. Kerrie and I talk about the psychology of money, how affects our decisions and the impact it has on our mental health. I think that this was a facinating topic that I think all of our listeners can enjoy. So sit on back, sip your favorite wine, and enjoy the show.
El Pensador - The Thinker
With slightly sharp, herbal red-fruit aromas, this representes the lighter side of Garnacha. In the mouth, it's choppy but fresh, while leafy flavors of plum, raspberry and peppery spice finish fiery and dry.
AMY IRVINE
ROOTED PLANNING GROUP
10 EAST MARKET STREET
CORNING NY 14830
WWW.ROOTEDPG.COM
EMAIL: AMY@ROOTEDPG.COM
Wine and Dime Episode 69 - Coaching for Fiscal Fitness with Kerrie and Amy
In this episode of Wine and Dime, I got to travel down to Oklahoma to visit one of our financial planners, Kerrie Beene. While here we were able to celebrate Kerrie getting her CFP and visit a great winery here in Oklahoma, “Girls gone Wine”. We also jumped in our affiliation with Fiscal Fitness Club, and how the coaching goes on there. It was a great talk, and if you are wondering what the Fiscal Fitness Club was all about, than this is the podcast for you! Be sure to rate and subscribe and thanks for listening!
Kerrie Beene, CFP®
FINANCIAL COACH
My own personal financial journey has taught me that while they're important, life is more than numbers. Finding joy in the journey towards personal goals is key. A smart plan with a lot of heart goes a long way to keeping daily financial decisions in line with your long term goals. I graduated from Southeastern Oklahoma State University with a degree in Business Administration and hold a certificate in Financial Planning from Wake Forest University. I passed the CFP exam in November of 2016 and I'm currently working towards my service hours. I began my career in financial planning by starting my own company, Beene Financial Planning. Having the desire to work as a team, I then joined Irvine Wealth Planning Strategies. My roots in Southeast Oklahoma have given me great insight on the need for financial planning that is not just investment focused, but also on all the other financial planning decisions. I enjoy, and work best, with those who are ready to take control of their finances and use their money to fulfill their goals and dreams.
Fiscal Fitness Club of America
Our Philosophy
Fiscal Fitness Clubs of America believes that the purpose of money is to first create financial security and then to accomplish your goals, while matching your values. We believe that joy in life can’t be separated from money, and that reducing financial stress through the management of cash flow and assets can add more joy to your life than owning “stuff,” or buying experiences at the expense of your financial security. We also believe that “knowing” and “doing” are not the same. Our goal is to give you the knowledge and tools to manage your financial life, so you get what you want from your labor and money. We are all about empowering you, not about you needing us. Our goal is that, at the end of our relationship, you will have confidence in your financial path and feel comfortable knowing what you need to do to manage your financial resources and advisors. That doesn’t mean you might not prefer to delegate some or all of the tasks to us or someone else. Whether or not our relationship continues, our goal is that you will have confidence in your ability to make informed decisions.
There is an important consequence of this philosophy. You will be committing your time and energy on a regular basis to:
Gathering and sharing data
Completing assignments, such as meeting with your insurance agent or organizing your paperwork
Committing to becoming comfortable with technology as a tool to manage your finances
Acting upon mutually agreed recommendations
Girls Gone Wine
Girls Gone Wine is more than just a great tasting room with great wines
It is a fun boutique winery with a funky, sassy gift shop. Though there is no vineyard, all the wine is fermented and produced on site--their slogan is "Girls Gone Wine...not Girls Gone Farming!"
Come join the FUN!
Free tasting since 2006!
Spicy Sheilas, dry red wine
Overview
Sheilas in Australia means girls, which is why we chose this name for this Australian Shiraz, with hints of black fruits and spice. Australia is known for its kangaroos, and this one on the label ended up looking kind of like Scooby Doo... which we sometimes call him Scooby Roo!
Tasting Notes
Hints of black fruits and spice
AMY IRVINE
ROOTED PLANNING GROUP
10 EAST MARKET STREET
CORNING NY 14830
WWW.ROOTEDPG.COM
EMAIL: AMY@ROOTEDPG.COM
Wine and Dime Episode 68 - "Throwing Light" on Brandy with Brandy Walker
Hello again Wine and Dime listeners. Today’s episode is one in which is a little deeper than usual. I had the opportunity to sit down with Brandy Walker. Brandy is young woman who shares her story of strength and how she recovered from abuse. She shares in how it influenced her life with a decision to become a therapist, to be able to help others overcome their own similar struggles. Brandy also has her own incredible podcast called “Throwing Light”… hence the name of the episode. So sit on back, pop open some wine and enjoy the show!
Brandy Walker
https://www.brandyglows.com/
Instagram - @brandyglows
Twitter - @brandyglows
Facebook - Brandy Walker
Throwing Light with Brandy Walker
The opposite of throwing shade, TL is explores the intersection of spirituality and mental health. With a hefty dose of metaphysics and a whole lot of vulnerability, TL asks questions like: What does it mean to co-create with the universe? Does magic exist? What can ordinary people do about the great injustices of our time? What does living a meaningful life look like? Can we make coffee a food group? Host Brandy Walker attempts to answer these questions, and start new conversations about old paradigms, all while being her awkward, adorable self.
Fulkerson Winery
THE WINEMAKERS’ WINERY
We used to be a simple farm, growing raspberries & grapes. Then, we took it a step further; we acquired Jensen Juice and began to offer fresh grape juice to home winemakers. Before we knew it, our passion grew into the Fulkerson Winery you know & love today. We believe progression is natural, and we are proud to have become the winemakers’ winery.
SYRAH ROSÉ
Our 2.88 acres of Syrah planted in 2014, is one of the largest plantings in New York of this early ripening, vigorous variety from the northern Rhône. The site we chose to cultivate this variety is on the furthest down-slope of our original 1805 farm. The site is well drained with deep Howard series soils. This site is steep and protected from strong winds, which also allows for good air drainage, protecting the site from both high and low temperatures throughout the year. Being a mid-ripening variety, we are able to select optimal flavor and sugar levels a little better than with some of our more traditional red varieties which ripen at the end of the season.
Exhibiting flavors of berry and red fruit, this delightfully balanced rosé will be sure to please. Pair with cheese, salads and good company. Perfect for any occasion!
Style:
Red, Rosé, Classic (Vinifera)
Sweetness:
Dry
Varietal:
Syrah (Shiraz)
AMY IRVINE
ROOTED PLANNING GROUP
10 EAST MARKET STREET
CORNING NY 14830
WWW.ROOTEDPG.COM
EMAIL: AMY@ROOTEDPG.COM
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