Tips, tools & resources to help restaurant owners and managers Rock Their Restaurant! Engaging conversations with industry leaders and fellow restaurateurs.
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Restaurant Leaders Unplugged takes you behind the scenes with candid conversations and real talks with the top minds in the restaurant industry. Hosted by Sebastian Stahl, CEO of Breadth Marketing, this podcast uncovers the strategies, stories, and successes shaping the future of hospitality. Each episode offers actionable insights and honest discussions to help you grow your business. Tune in for practical advice and authentic stories that inspire and elevate your restaurant journey.
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What if I told you that the difference between struggling and thriving in the restaurant industry is just one conversation away? I’m Josh Kopel, a Michelin-awarded restaurateur who’s spent decades building blockbuster brands across every tier of dining. I know the challenges you’re facing—because I’ve been there. That’s why I created FULL COMP. Every week, I go one-on-one with the smartest minds in the game—restaurateurs, chefs, and industry insiders who’ve cracked the code. Together, we unp ...
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Welcome to the Restaurant Talk Podcast, the go-to podcast for bar and restaurant industry professionals looking to learn, grow, and thrive in this ever-evolving industry. Whether you're a seasoned restaurateur, an up-and-coming chef, a bartender honing your craft, or a hospitality entrepreneur, this show is designed to help you navigate the challenges and opportunities of the restaurant world. Join us as we dive deep into industry trends, expert insights, real-world success stories, and acti ...
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The Pizza Marketplace Podcast offers a view into the hot topics affecting the continuing evolution of the pizza industry.
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Are you a restaurant owner or operator looking to navigate the chaos of the ever-changing hospitality industry? Look no further than the Restaurant Masterminds Podcast - "Journey Of Success" Hosted by industry experts with decades of combined experience in leadership, marketing, technology, and operations, this podcast is your ultimate guide to overcoming challenges and achieving success in the restaurant business. Hosts Rudy Miick - Culture Guru Paul Barron - Futurist and Tech Fortune Telle ...
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Just two friends having real conversations and building something bigger. Our platform is all about shining a light on grinders, hustlers, and creators who are making moves and leveling up—just like us. We want to hear your story—the struggles, the sacrifices, and the wins that got you where you are today. Whether you’re a restaurant owner, clothing brand, reseller, athlete, hairstylist, nail tech, lash tech, or any entrepreneur chasing a dream, we want to feature you. If you’ve got somethin ...
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How do you take your company from your dorm room to $100M, in just a few years? How do you make $25K a month off TikTok? How do you turn a $1M investment into a $1B payoff? Join entrepreneur and investor Jon Davids as he deconstructs success with the creators, innovators, and disruptors who are making it happen.
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Shining a light on the change-minded Restaurant Leaders behind our favorite brands. Get inspired with innovative brand building, guest engagement, and revenue-driving strategies. Join host Jen Kern, long-time CMO, as she dishes with leading restaurant pros who are elevating their game and careers by staying agile in the face of uncertainty to help their brands shine and prosper.
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”Explore ’Brand Mavericks’ with Neal DiPentino, a podcast that goes into the journeys of innovative franchise leaders transforming sectors. Brand Mavericks is about more than business: it’s about creating positive change and building lasting legacies. This podcast offers practical advice and inspiration, and is ideal for those ready to embrace their entrepreneurial journey or raise the bar for their businesses. Listen on your preferred platform and start creating your success story with ”Bra ...
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Big tech is transforming every aspect of our world. But how, and at what cost? This season of Land of the Giants – The Disney Dilemma – focuses on Disney’s ability to weather the ups and downs of the business cycle and changing tastes and explores what has kept it successful for over 100 years. The entertainment giant has leveraged nostalgia and its intellectual property to build a beloved brand, but after an acquisition spree that included Marvel, Lucasfilm, and 20th Century Fox, can it sus ...
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The Consumer VC: Venture Capital I B2C Startups I Commerce | Early-Stage Investing I Brands
Mike Gelb
The Consumer VC takes a look into early-stage consumer investing and venture capital. If you are interested in learning about consumer trends, have a b2c business and interested in learning about the fundraising process at the early stage, you have come to the right place. Mike interviews some of the top venture capitalists in the world that focus on B2C and consumer type companies or have a deep track record investing in these categories such as marketplaces, SaaS, social, CPG and non-tech ...
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It’s no secret that business owners want to receive positive reviews and customers want to have a positive experience. In Behind the Review, Yelp and Entrepreneur dig a little deeper on both accounts. Hosted by Yelp’s Small Business Expert, Emily Washcovick, Behind the Review features conversations with reviewers and business owners about their experiences—whether it was one star or five stars—giving listeners behind-the-scenes insights into what was really going on. Restaurants, plumbers, f ...
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Running a restaurant is one of the most exhilarating yet challenging ventures out there. Every day, passionate restaurateurs pour their hearts into delivering dining experiences that both excite customers & simultaneously drive profits to the bottom line. But how can restaurants do both even better? Welcome to Running Restaurants, the podcast exploring actionable tips, valuable resources, and interesting insights every restaurant owner can easily implement in their own businesses. Whether yo ...
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Welcome to Franchise Today as it celebrates its 16th Season in 2025. Join host Stan Friedman, President of FRM Solutions every Wednesday at 12 PM ET / 11 AM CT as he serves up discussions with weekly guests, who will talk about best practices for scaling their franchise businesses for sustainable growth, through sensible franchising. Franchising remains an unintentional profession. Most people don't go to school to study about how to become involved in franchising. Rather, some life event ca ...
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I breathe, eat and sleep Bitcoin economics, digital brand marketing and digital advertising. Chime in for actionable insights on how to grow and preserve your cash flow, and build a strong brand with marketing. Whether you’re an agency looking to drive more business for your clients, or your an entrepreneur wanting to invest time and $ into social media digital advertising, this is your podcast! I also talk Bitcoin and how digital currencies and assets can help protect your business’ wealth ...
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You need more than inspiration to build your food business. Launch and scale your restaurant, bakery, CPG brand, food blog, or food truck with tips, strategies, and lessons learned from your favorite Black chefs, Black owned restaurants and Black content creators from around the world. Join the host, Mercedes Gosby, at the intersection of food, tech, business, and finance as she interviews food professionals and entrepreneurs every week to discover how to get started in the hospitality indus ...
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Ever wonder what it really takes to go from one location to ten? Every Monday, top restaurant operators share their actual playbooks for scaling - from site selection and systems to funding and team building. No basics, no fluff – just real conversations about what works (and what doesn't) in multi-unit growth.
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Entrepreneur Inspiring Stories to Help Motivate, Build, & Grow Your Successful Business with a Master Class from Entrepreneurial Thought Leaders that tell it How It Is... Millionaire Interviews is actionable advice for the (future & present) Entrepreneur, Thought Leaders, Solopreneur, Youpreneur, and Small Business Owner. The host interviews Business Founders in the Product, Service, Real Estate, and Tech industries so they can teach you from their experience. Connect with other Listeners @ ...
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Clicks 2 Bricks is the podcast about multi-location marketing. Our mission is to inform and entertain multi-location marketers through interviews with CMOs, senior executives, and subject matter experts. Clicks 2 Bricks exists at this intersection of brand and performance marketing. We believe that brand is the only way to truly connect with consumers and to build meaningful relationships that pay dividends over years and even decades. The business results are not directly measurable, but no ...
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At ezCater, we want to help restaurants grow a successful catering business. Whether you're in the early stages of building a business or an industry veteran, let us help you dip into the $61.5 billion catering market. In each episode of "The Catering Feed," we talk to restaurant industry leaders of thriving brands who share insights and tactics to ramp up your catering business.
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All you need as an entrepreneur in building a trusted brand. We understand what you need from our experience of working with countless small businesses over the years with simple marketing. Enjoy our tips, tricks etc Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/xhibitplus/support
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In the increasingly crowded and competitive corporate and financial ecosystem, it’s harder than ever for companies to break through the clutter and be heard. The media, investors, agenda-driven influencers, even customers and competitors, are defining your business story on their terms. Therefore, it is imperative that companies take control and proactively drive the conversation with stakeholders in an effort to build & maintain equity value. In Welcome to the Arena from ICR, Co-Founder & C ...
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We are Juan and Brent Reaves—brothers and second-generation business owners working hard to honor our dad’s legacy. Building on the foundation laid by our parents, we’ve expanded our brand, Smokey John’s Bar-B-Que & Home Cooking, which now includes restaurant, catering, concessions, and retail. Our journey has led us to win several national food competitions, to be featured in countless local news segments and publications, and even to appear on ABC, CBS, Food Network, Cooking Channel, and A ...
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In this weekly interview series, Alex Oesterle asks the hard and sometimes uncomfortable questions to dive into what's working and what isn't in world of food and beverage marketing. From CMO's to social media managers, the ideas and strategies will change the way you approach building your brand. If you're a marketing professional in the food and beverage space or intend to launch a new product, these interviews are an amazing resource for practical tactics you can implement from day one. A ...
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Join us on our podcast as we explore the world of restaurant ownership! As veterans in the food industry, we'll be sharing our experiences and insights into what it takes to run a successful restaurant, including the newest trends in the industry and how to achieve ambitious revenue goals. One of the biggest goals for any restaurant owner is to generate revenue. We'll be discussing strategies and best practices to help you achieve this goal, including menu development, pricing strategies, ma ...
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Morning Sam, Morning Ralph (MSMR) is the new must-listen podcast for restaurant tech entrepreneurs and sales & marketing leaders, brought to you by Popcorn GTM. The restaurant tech space is booming, with an estimated 1,500 to 3,000 companies vying for attention. But in this red-hot market, competition is fierce but friendly. Paul Molinari cuts through the noise, bringing the audience actionable strategies and insights to help restaurant professionals mobilize a winning strategy.
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"web3 with a16z" is a show about the next generation of the internet, and about how builders and users -- whether artists, coders, creators, developers, companies, organizations, or communities -- now have the ability to not just "read" (web1) + "write" (web2) but "own" (web3) pieces of the internet, unlocking a new wave of creativity and entrepreneurship. Brought to you by a16z crypto, this show is the definitive resource for understanding and going deeper on all things crypto and web3. Fro ...
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In my experience, the brightest and most successful people’s stories resemble a dish from a fancy restaurant - served with a lot of pretty garnishes, but never enough meat. We always hear about the pretty things, the grand finale, the successes, and the highs, but never much about the external pressures, internal conflicts, struggles, and self-doubt. Yet, the real juicy, meaty bits make the dish worthwhile in the first place (no offence to any vegans). Frustrated with this reality and itchin ...
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WWPN: How I'm Livin' with Chef Babette!
Marci Kenon : Well Woman Podcast Network Chef Babette Davis
HOW I’M LIVIN’ WITH CHEF BABETTE! WWPN launches with “How I’m Livin’ with Chef Babette!” a 30-minute podcast that comes out twice a week. Co-host Chef Babette Davis owns Stuff I Eat vegan restaurant in Inglewood, California with husband Rondal Davis. WWPN producer and co-host Marci Kenon checks in weekly with the 65-years-young celebrity chef and fitness enthusiast known as much for her incredible physique as she is known for her vegan soul food platter. Chef Babette is an entrepreneur and s ...
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Are you ready for CX Unhinged? For building better experiences? Hosted by Bob Azman, this show digs into the trends, tools, and tactics that are transforming the way businesses connect with their customers. Get ready for thought-provoking interviews, expert advice, and the latest insights straight from the world of CX. Whether you're aiming to enhance your strategy or discover new ways to drive customer satisfaction, grab your notebook - Bob and his guests have got you covered. Make sure to ...
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"Selling Fort Collins with Greg Roeder" is a must-listen podcast for anyone interested in the thriving real estate market of Fort Collins, Colorado. Hosted by Greg Roeder, a seasoned real estate expert with nearly two decades of experience, this podcast delves deep into the local property landscape, offering valuable insights for both buyers and sellers. Each episode features engaging discussions with local entrepreneurs, industry professionals, city officials, and community leaders, sheddin ...
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Welcome to Accelerate, the podcast that brings together inspirational leadership and actionable insights. Whether you're an accomplished Founder or Executive desiring to keep growing, or an emerging Executive just starting out, this podcast is for you. Our diverse range of topics will provide value for you and your team, no matter where you are on your journey. I’m your host David Alexander. As an experienced thought leadership strategist, I have had the opportunity to produce videos, podcas ...
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Welcome to The Career Strategy Show — where smart professionals come to make bold career moves. I help mid-career pros like you get clear on your strengths, build a personal brand that opens doors, and create real opportunities for growth—without burning out or starting over. With 30+ years across corporate, government, entrepreneurship, and coaching, I share the hard-earned insights, strategies, and no-BS tools you need to take your career to the next level. Subscribe for practical advice, ...
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Welcome to “The Badass Women in Business Podcast,” where candid conversations with the most fearless leaders in the business world take center stage. Hosts Cristy and Aggie shine a spotlight on women who lead fearlessly and unapologetically. This podcast brings together entrepreneurs, corporate leaders, and innovators who are breaking barriers and making history. Each episode dives deep into the challenges, triumphs, and unique journeys of these remarkable women. It's about real, raw, and re ...
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ORDER IN is hosted by 5x Culinary Olympian Corey Siegel with special guests discussing food, business and entrepreneurship!
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Raw Podcast by Lightspeed & POH- A podcast series about the highs and lows of running a hospitality business. Each episode our host, Shaun de Vries, will conduct off-the-cuff, unscripted and uncensored interviews with the best in the industry. They’ll discuss their experiences, what they’ve had to sacrifice or overcome to achieve their success, and what keeps them pushing forwards in an industry that has a tendency to both wear down and excite in equal measure. The guests will leave everythi ...
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A conversation-style podcast discussing issues around life, leadership, and small business success. Andy McDowell from Generate Your Value LLC and Zach Levy from Primerica Financial Services are your co-hosts of the podcast bringing their own experiences and talents to the table to help you navigate the obstacles in building a successful small business while enjoying the journey in such a way that joy and happiness are always present in your life. Zach and Andy also bring you inspirational g ...
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Chewing the Fat with The Hungry Hussey is the ultimate podcast for food lovers, content creators, and anyone passionate about great eats and storytelling. Join me, Matthew Hussey, as I sit down with chefs, pitmasters, YouTubers, and more to talk food, life, and the journeys that bring us all to the table. It's real, it's fun, and it's always "good groceries!"
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The Marketing Moguls Podcast is a show that features top executives, entrepreneurs, and influencers in the world of marketing. The aim of the podcast is to pick the brains of these marketing experts and find out what makes them successful. The show will cover topics such as increasing conversions, ad campaign strategies, and the latest marketing trends. The podcast will also have a fun side to it, with discussions on marketing fails and creating the perfect meme. Whether you're a marketer, b ...
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A weekly podcast hosted by Kiran Girija interviewing hospitality professionals and sharing actionable insights, strategies, tips on various topics including Revenue Management, Sales, Marketing, Technology, F&B, and everything that a hotelier would like to hear. Kiran is an experienced and passionate hotelier with a decade-long experience in Digital Marketing, Distribution, and Revenue Management, working with national and international brands in India, Singapore, and UAE. Views expressed ar ...
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Welcome to "Keys 2 The City," where faith, business, leadership, and wealth converge to unlock the doors to success! Join your host, Christian Graham, on a transformative journey as he sits down with high-level individuals who have not only conquered their respective fields but have also discovered the vital keys to their flourishing. In each episode, Christian delves deep into the hearts and minds of his esteemed guests, extracting priceless wisdom and insights that have propelled them to t ...
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In this episode of the Restaurant Talk Podcast, we dive deep into what it really takes to build a powerful restaurant brand that stands out in a saturated market. Whether you're starting from scratch or refreshing your concept, branding is more than just a logo — it's the voice, the vibe, the values, and the experience your guests walk away with. W…
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Why Franchisees Are the Hidden Goldmine for Restaurant Tech with Edith Wiseman of FRANdata
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48:56In this engaging episode of the Morning Sam, Morning Ralph podcast, Paul welcomes Edith Wiseman, President of FRANdata, to discuss the often overlooked but critical role of franchisees in the restaurant technology sector. Edith highlights the untapped potential of the franchisee market, explaining why it's a gold mine for tech solutions and how her…
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Episode 5: The New Landscape of Restaurant Real Estate
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29:42The fires have dramatically altered LA’s real estate market, creating both challenges and opportunities for restaurant owners. Real estate expert Dan Fagan shares insider knowledge on where the best opportunities are now, how to negotiate stronger lease terms, and how consumer behavior is reshaping restaurant site selection. Whether you're looking …
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440. Improving Restaurant Operations: A General Manager's Guide - Andrew Roy
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30:00Andrew shares what it takes to be a remarkable General Manager and his journey in the restaurant industry, offering valuable lessons for anyone looking to enhance their establishment's operations and culture. His experiences and insights offer valuable lessons for restaurant professionals aiming to refine their operations and build a robust company…
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"Training for Success: Building a Rockstar Restaurant Team from Day One"
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15:58In this episode of Restaurant Talk, we dive deep into one of the most overlooked — yet critical — elements of a successful restaurant: employee training. We’ll discuss how to create an onboarding process that sets clear expectations, instills your restaurant’s culture, and empowers staff to deliver outstanding service. Whether you’re launching a ne…
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Culture Is Your Competitive Edge: Lisa Schultz on Eliminating Drama and Creating High-Performing Teams
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37:21Most restaurants accept drama and dysfunction as part of the business—but what if eliminating them was the key to higher profits and better retention? Lisa Schultz, Managing Partner of Zingerman’s Roadhouse, has spent the last 20 years proving that culture is the real secret to success. By implementing no-drama leadership, open-book finance, and em…
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Your Guide to Tokens: Types, Design, Uses, More
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1:41:36with @eddylazzarin @skominers @milesjennings @rhhackett Today we're diving deep into *the* defining concept in crypto: tokens. We're moving beyond conventional categories — like “governance tokens” or “utility tokens” or even “memecoins” — to present a full taxonomy that details what tokens are, what they aren’t, and what they're capable of becomin…
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Balancing Price vs. Value: Insights from Dickey's Barbecue
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34:54In this insightful episode of Restaurant Masterminds, host Paul Barron and co-hosts Robin Blanchette and Rudy Miick welcome Laura Rea Dickey, CEO of Dickey's Barbecue, to discuss the critical balance between price and value in today's challenging restaurant economy. Dickey shares how her 866-location barbecue chain is navigating shifting consumer b…
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Office Hours: The 3 Keys to Escaping Day to Day Operations
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8:33I’m Josh Kopel, a Michelin-awarded restaurateur and the creator of the Restaurant Scaling System. I’ve spent decades in the industry, building, scaling, and coaching restaurants to become more profitable and sustainable. On this show, I cut through the noise to give you real, actionable strategies that help independent restaurant owners run smarter…
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Flavor, Feedback, and Flat Croissants: Alexander’s Patisserie Innovates Through Pastry
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28:33Alexander’s Patisserie combines traditional culinary technique with innovation to create pastries that delight customers—and sometimes go viral. Chef Shu and Vice President David Brungard share how team culture, quality ingredients, and customer feedback keeps them on a path to success; also, Yelp Elite reviewer Taylor P dishes on the flat croissan…
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The $5M Restaurant Startup Taking on Labor, Real Estate, and Delivery All at Once
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46:28Is it time to rethink how restaurants are built—literally from the ground up? On this episode Kyle sits down with Nipun Sharma, CEO and co-founder of Appetronix, to talk about how robotics, AI, and first-principles thinking are completely transforming what a “restaurant” can be. With nearly two decades of global food experience and a sharp eye for …
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Big Syy Talks 'The Biggest 2', Mansion Madness, & Having A BBL
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1:20:01Send us a text In this raw and unfiltered episode, Greenwood’s own Big Syy pulls up to talk her talk. She gives us the inside scoop on her highly anticipated project The Biggest 2, breaks down what the word “ratchet” really means to her, and shares some wild stories from a mansion pool party you won’t believe. Big Syy keeps it real about her mood-b…
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Felix Lin, CEO, HF Foods Group – Signature Dish: Growth opportunities in the booming Asian food sector
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24:24The increasing popularity of Asian food presents many exciting business opportunities, but also some challenges. Many of these specialty restaurants are family-owned, and lack the corporate structure you'll find at larger chains. And a lot of them are located in rural places that make centralized distribution difficult. Servicing these types of bus…
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Are You Building for the Right Reasons — or Just Because the Category Is Hot? Should there be a Better Business Bureau for VCs? w/ Sid Banthiya
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58:59#venturecapital #consumervc Join host Mike Gelb on The Consumer VC as he talks with Sid Banthiya — investor, advisor, and former CSO at Milk Bar. In this episode, Sid dives deep into consumer startup dynamics, term sheet red flags, and how founders can scale smarter (not louder). Learn why many startups fall into the trap of "venture validation," w…
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The Principles of Profitability : David Scott Peters on The Art of Delegation
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43:30Most restaurants don’t make money. The ones that do, typically make very little. This is our reality and many of us have embraced it. But what about the group no one talks about: the restaurants that are making a killing, quietly and consistently. They all seem to be following the same formula and today we sit down with restaurant expert, David Sco…
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187 - The Crazy Way to Make Millions on Broadway
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21:55Get JD's new playbook Social Media Selling Machine here. Today, Jon talks about some of the most successful Broadway shows in history and the people who are really making money on them behind the scenes. Plus, hear an exclusive interview with Adam Levowitz about the challenges and strategies of running an off-Broadway show. Subscribe to JD's newsle…
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From Shark Tank to Short Term Rentals: Jayla Siciliano on Funding, Burnout, and Rebuilding on Her Terms
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39:27Send us a text 🔥 Episode Summary Jayla Siciliano knows what it feels like to chase the dream, hit burnout, and completely rebuild. After raising half a million dollars without connections, surviving a product launch disaster, and landing a Shark Tank deal with Mark Cuban, she walked away from it all to create something that actually supports her li…
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439. Maximizing Menu Profit Through Effective Design and Strategy - Roger Beaudoin
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32:29In this episode, we dive deep into one of the most powerful — yet often overlooked — tools in your restaurant’s success: the menu. More than just a list of dishes, your menu is a marketing asset and a key part of your brand identity.Restaurant Profit Maximizer Mini-Masterclass: Learn how just a few tweaks in the way you run your business can hugely…
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Exploring The 2025 Restaurant Business Report with Bryan Solar (Ep 244)
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32:05The 2025 Restaurant Business Report was recently released, and it is full of curious yet enlightening information for the industry’s future. Jaime Oikle explores its contents with Bryan Solar, Chief Product Officer at SpotOn. Together, they discuss how restaurants should navigate today’s rising economic pressures, which involve increased costs, lab…
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Episode 4: Designing the Future of Restaurants
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25:43With the fires wiping out entire restaurant districts, what does the future of restaurant design in LA look like? Renowned architect John Hamilton shares with Josh Kopel and Michael Benson what restaurant operators should be thinking about when rebuilding—from fire-resistant materials to more flexible layouts, outdoor dining strategies, and cost-ef…
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“They Said I Bought My Subs…” | MannyLoc- Talks Haters, Flat Earth, & YouTube Grind
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1:04:34Send us a text On this episode, I sat down with upcoming YouTuber MannyLoc- from Greenwood, SC. He opens up about the hate he’s received—especially the accusations of buying subscribers—and how he stays focused on his grind. Manny also talks about his hidden talent as a rapper, shares his controversial belief that the Earth is flat and space is fak…
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Building Unbreakable Restaurants: Justin Cucci on Culture, Ownership, and the Future of Hospitality
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37:23Most restaurateurs build concepts around a menu or a chef. Justin Cucci built Edible Beats around a philosophy—one that’s challenged conventional wisdom and redefined what restaurant success looks like. From turning historic spaces into thriving concepts to pioneering an employee-owned business model, Justin has proven that restaurants can be both …
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186 - "We Made One Change And Now We're at $200M/yr" | Chris Riccobono, UNTUCKiT
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43:14Get JD's new playbook Social Media Selling Machine here. Today, Jon talks with Chris Riccobono, founder of UNTUCKiT. Tune in to hear how Chris turned a wild idea into a $200 million business, and all the challenges that came with it. Subscribe to JD's newsletter here. And follow JD across social: LinkedIn | Facebook | TikTok | Instagram | YouTube…
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In this thought-provoking episode of Restaurant Masterminds, host Paul Barron and fractional CMO Stacy Kane challenge traditional loyalty programs, revealing why Gen Z's $12 trillion spending power demands a fresh approach. The duo dissects Starbucks' controversial rewards devaluation, explores gamification alternatives, and introduces blockchain s…
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From Combat to CRM: How Perfect Venue is Revolutionizing Restaurant Events
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36:50In this episode of Restaurant Leaders Unplugged, we’re joined by Luke Hutchinson—Army veteran turned tech entrepreneur and the Founder & CEO of Perfect Venue. Luke shares his journey from the battlefield to the boardroom, and how his event management software is helping restaurants boost revenue, cut admin time, and simplify private event sales. We…
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Office Hours: This is the one hack to scale word of mouth advertising
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12:47I’m Josh Kopel, a Michelin-awarded restaurateur and the creator of the Restaurant Scaling System. I’ve spent decades in the industry, building, scaling, and coaching restaurants to become more profitable and sustainable. On this show, I cut through the noise to give you real, actionable strategies that help independent restaurant owners run smarter…
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Influencer Marketing 101: Building Authentic Brand Relationships
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34:40What is influencer marketing—and how can small businesses use it effectively? Emily Washcovick sits down with Julianne Fraser, founder of Dialogue NYC, to break down the types of influencers, how to build lasting partnerships, and why authenticity and creativity are key. Whether you're just starting or scaling your strategy, this episode is packed …
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Real Estate, Risk & Resilience: The Franchise Lessons You Can’t Ignore w/ Chris Olexa | CEO, Aspire 2B Hospitality Group
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47:25From a challenging upbringing to becoming the CEO and founder of Aspire 2B Hospitality Group, Chris Olexa shares his entrepreneurial journey. Chris dives deep into his franchising experiences, with Quiznos and Buffalo Wild Wings, offering practical insights and hard-earned lessons. He emphasizes resilience, the significant influence of sports on hi…
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From In-House to Franchise: Dawn Kane's Hot Dish Journey
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36:35Discover how a chance encounter with a mall retailer led Dawn Kane, co-founder and CEO of Hot Dish Advertising, to revolutionize franchise marketing. After managing an in-house agency for a mall developer, Dawn, along with two of her cohorts, ventured out to establish her own agency, bringing her fast-paced retail expertise to the franchising world…
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with @ilblackdragon @rhhackett Welcome to web3 with a16z. I’m your host, Robert Hackett. In this episode, we're diving deep into one of the most intriguing intersections in tech today: AI and crypto. To help us unpack it, we're joined by Illia Polosukhin — co-founder of the crypto protocol NEAR and co-author of the groundbreaking 2017 "transformers…
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Jim Clemmer, CEO, AngioDynamics – To Your Health: The economics of med tech innovation
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27:24Innovating in the field of Med Tech presents a host of unique challenges. Formulating new treatments is a long and capital-intensive process. The regulatory regime for medical devices is extremely stringent. And even if you get approval, you still need to convince doctors that your treatment is safe and effective. But success in Med Tech R & D does…
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Creating Engaging Workplaces: The Secret to Crecera Brands' Success
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33:51In this episode of the All Things Considered CX, host Bob Azman is joined by Scott Eichstad and Ted Itschert from Crecera Brands. With a focus on authenticity and customer experience, Scott and Ted share their journey of transforming the customer service landscape within their organization. With nearly 60 years of shared experience, they discuss th…
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Creating Engaging Workplaces: The Secret to Crecera Brands' Success
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34:08In this episode of the All Things Considered CX, host Bob Azman is joined by Scott Eichstad and Ted Itschert from Crecera Brands. With a focus on authenticity and customer experience, Scott and Ted share their journey of transforming the customer service landscape within their organization. With nearly 60 years of shared experience, they discuss th…
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Purpose Over Profit: Kim Malek’s Mission-Driven Path with Salt & Straw
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38:45Kim Malek, founder of Salt and Straw, discussing her journey from working at Starbucks to creating a unique ice cream brand that emphasizes community, culture, and innovative marketing strategies. Kim explores the importance of guest experience, building a strong company culture, navigating challenges during the pandemic, and the significance of pa…
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185 - Making $250M/Day Selling Bags, Watches, and Perfume | Bernard Arnault, LVMH
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15:18Get JD's new playbook Social Media Selling Machine here. Today, Jon talks about Bernard Arnault, chairman of LVMH. Find out how he went from being a real estate developer to building the world's largest luxury empire behind brands like Dior and Louis Vuitton. Subscribe to JD's newsletter here. And follow JD across social: LinkedIn | Facebook | TikT…
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More Than a Restaurant: Blair Pietrini on Building a Legacy of Love, Loss, and Pizza
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42:32Send us a text In this deeply moving and inspiring episode, Aggie and Cristy sit down with Blair Pietrini, co-founder of Pietrini Pizza Napoletana and longtime community advocate, for a conversation that goes far beyond business. Blair shares her powerful story of launching a dream with her husband, losing him just ten months after opening their re…
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Episode 3: Fast-Tracking A Restaurant Opening
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22:39In a crisis, every day your restaurant stays closed means lost revenue. Permitting and governmental expert Eddie Navarette reveals the fastest, most effective ways to cut through LA’s permitting maze, accelerate approvals, and avoid costly mistakes that slow down restaurant openings. This episode provides actionable insights for operators in any ci…
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438. Brilliant Restaurant Branding Strategies - Elizabeth Brasch
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39:06In this episode of the Restaurant Rockstars Podcast, we're diving into the art and science of restaurant branding with Elizabeth Brasch, a marketing and branding powerhouse at Mellow Mushroom. Tune in for a masterclass in restaurant branding from one of the pros behind a truly iconic name in the industry.Restaurant Profit Maximizer Mini-Masterclass…
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