On Give It A Nudge, Steve Grace chats with Australian comedian and media personality Merrick Watts. Many know Merrick from TV and radio, but did you know he’s also the brain behind Grapes of Mirth? This company organises comedy events at wineries and sells wine directly to customers.

In this interview:

* Merrick dives into his show, An Idiot’s Guide to Wine. It’s a mix of wine info and comedy that has toured for 18 months.
* They chat about his early comedy days, including teaming up with Rosso and their stint on Triple J.
* He sheds light on the birth of Grapes of Mirth after two decades in radio.
* The conversation touches on Merrick’s wine qualifications, including a WSET Level 3.
* Steve and Merrick also discuss resilience in business, their thoughts on public speaking, and entrepreneurial ventures.

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