Best The Hode Group Inc Podcasts (2025)

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Ep.21 - More Than a Showroom: The Heart of Hospitality Sales in Chicago 21:29

3d ago21:29

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In Episode 21 of Let’s Set Your Table, host John D. and co-host Nick D. are joined by fellow HGI team members and Chicago representatives Kerry O’Connor and Jen Katta. Together, they share behind-the-scenes stories from the Hode Group's dynamic showroom in the heart of Fulton Market. From the importance of teamwork and relationship-building to the …

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Ep.20 - Revolutionizing Reusables: The OZZI Story with Founder Tom Wright 31:54

19d ago31:54

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In Episode 20, we are joined by Tom Wright, founder of OZZI Reusables and the OZZI Collection System, to discuss the impact of reusable containers on sustainability and the environment within the foodservice and hospitality world. The conversation covers Tom's journey in the culinary world, the functionality and benefits of the OZZI system, and its…

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Ep.19 - Setting Your Table with Steelite 26:55

25d ago26:55

26:55

In Episode 19, host John DeTerlizzi and co-host Kerry O'Connor, of the Hode Group, visit with, Nick Mowat and Amy Howard from Steelite International. They discuss the importance of tabletop in the culinary and hospitality industry, the role of a showroom to benefit customer planning and design , and common mistakes operators make when selecting tab…

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Ep.18 - The Financial Benefits of Proper Trash Can Liners 27:36

1M ago27:36

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In Episode 18, we are joined by Berry Global Account Manager Peggy O'Connor, to discuss the often-overlooked topic of trash can liners in the food service and hospitality industry. The hosts and our guest, explore the financial and environmental benefits of using the right size liners, the importance of standardization, and the impact of sustainabi…

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Ep.17 - The Importance of Ergonomics in Commercial Seating 37:07

2M ago37:07

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In this episode, we are joined by Andreas Gfesser from Trendler, Inc. to explore the critical role of ergonomics in commercial seating within the food service and hospitality industry. The conversation delves into the importance of comfortable seating for enhancing dining experiences, the significance of furniture as a capital investment, and commo…

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Ep. 16 - Aluminum Tariffs & Food Packaging: What You Need to Know 31:34

3M ago31:34

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In this episode of 'Let's Set Your Table', hosts John and Nick discuss the current challenges in the aluminum packaging industry with guest Todd Dery, who is the National Sales Manager with Durable Packaging. They explore the impact of tariffs and legislation on aluminum prices, the strategies domestic suppliers are employing to navigate these chal…

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Ep. 15 - Clarifying the Confusion: Biodegradable vs. Compostable 31:11

8M ago31:11

31:11

In this episode of Let's Set Your Table, the hosts discuss green and sustainable disposables with their guests from Eco Products. Our guests for this episode were Toby Alves, Product and Zero Waste Specialist with Eco-Products and Nicole Geletka, Regional Sales Manager with Eco-Products. They aim to clarify the confusion around terms like "biodegra…

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Ep. 14 - Enhancing Branding and Revenue with Napkins 29:06

1y ago29:06

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In this episode of Let's Set Your Table, host John D and co-host Melissa Marguerite discuss the importance of napkins in the dining experience. They are joined by Patrick Garrigan, National Sales Brand Manager from Midwest Specialty Products, who provides insights into the different types of napkins and their impact on the customer's perception. Th…

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Ep. 13 - Is Foil Takeout Packaging Right for Me? 32:30

1y ago32:30

32:30

This conversation explores the benefits and applications of foil packaging in the food industry. The hosts discuss the advantages of foil packaging, such as heat retention and even heating, and its suitability for takeout and home meal replacement programs. They also address concerns about the perception of foil packaging and the importance of educ…

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Ep. 12 - A Hospitality Savings Strategy Operators NEVER Consider 27:24

1+ y ago27:24

27:24

Attention Hospitality and F&B OPERATORS! You could be (literally) throwing money away into your trash, the landfill AND it might be costing you more than $100K every year. This savings strategy is one that most of you may have never considered! It is commonly overlooked and we break it down for you and how it works in this episode. By the end of th…

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Ep. 11 - Knives that Last a Century: Dexter-Russell 24:34

2y ago24:34

24:34

It’s not often that a professional knife is passed on as an heirloom, but that’s the case for Dexter Knives which are guaranteed to last a lifetime. They are American-made knives that have been around for 205 years. When brands promise a lifetime guarantee, they usually haven’t been around for centuries - but this brand walks the talk. Tune in to d…

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Ep. 10 - Finding the Right Paper Food Packaging For You 25:03

2y ago25:03

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What’s it like to buy paper packaging? Which type is right for you? Are paper packaging prices up or down these days? Rich Rosenberg, a food paper packaging industry leader, joins the show to answer all your questions to help you find the right packaging for your business. Rich Rosenberg is an industry expert in the paper packaging industry. He’s b…

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Ep. 09 - What is Palm Leaf Food Packaging? 27:53

2y ago27:53

27:53

Episode 09 John and Nick D. are joined at the table with the Director of National Sales for Leafware, Diane Maxwell. In the ever-changing world of food service, green compostable food packaging and dinnerware is not a new term. However, Palm Leaf is a new renewable, sustainable and compostable substrate that you may not be familiar with. Diane shar…

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Ep. 08 - Why Should I Brand My To-Go Packaging? 27:33

2y ago27:33

27:33

Episode 08 In this episode, Jack Hode and John D. caught up with our good friend, Eric Fialkoff, the Smile Distribution Manager at Specialty Box and Packaging and the home of…custom takeout bags! Eric is a great partner of ours at the Hode Group! He is is an expert in custom logo'd and takeout packaging and is a huge asset in the disposables indust…

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Ep. 07 - Foodservice and Hospitality Consulting at The Hode Group Chicago Showroom 15:42

2y ago15:42

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Episode 07 In this episode, we catch up with Amy Howard, Senior Tabletop Specialist and Consultant for the Hode Group. Amy shares what value the Hode Group and our dedicated team with well over 100 years of combined experience bring to the food service and hospitality professional. Amy also discusses the opening of the new Hode Group Chicago Showro…

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Ep. 06 - Why Woodn’t You Choose WoodForm Concrete® 33:23

2+ y ago33:23

33:23

Episode 06 In this episode of Let's Set Your Table, John D, Nick D and Jack Hode visit with the creator of WoodForm Concrete® and founder of JM Lifestyles, Jeff Kudrick. He is joined by Andrew Lippmann, who is the General Manager of Trueform Concrete. Trueform Concrete recently purchased JM lifestyles in August of 2022, so our visit with them could…

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Ep. 05 - Compostable Packaging & Industry Update from Eco-Products 46:16

2+ y ago46:16

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Episode 05 Ken Fraser, Southeast Divisional Sales Manager with Eco-Products joins John and Nick D. at the table. Ken shares a 2022 update and what's new in the industry with compostable packaging and how is Eco-Products handling the crazy demand for sustainable, disposable products. He also shares how Eco-Products separates itself as a leader in th…

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Ep. 04 - Sell More Coffee with Java Jacket 27:34

3y ago27:34

27:34

Episode 04 John and Nick D. visit with the President and Founder of JAVA JACKET, Jay Sorenson. Jay shares with us who Java Jacket is, where they are located, how they got started and what a cool innovative idea & product they produce domestically for coffee houses, coffee servers and coffee baristas in the industry. Jay shares the status and availa…

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Ep. 03 - Anchor Packaging: All Systems Go in 2022 31:35

3y ago31:35

31:35

Episode 03 Matt Murray, Director of Sales at Anchor Packaging, and Jack Hode, Senior Vice President at the Hode Group join us at the Table. We discuss who Anchor is, what they are known for, and what value Anchor brings to the commercial operator in the food service and hospitality industry. Matt shares with us some incredibly exciting news at Anch…

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Ep. 02 - Rich & Jack Hode ”The Past, Present and the Future of the Industry” 32:17

3y ago32:17

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Episode 02 John D. visits with Rich and Jack Hode of the Hode Group. Rich and Jack enlighten us on how they got their start and what value they as a group bring to the industry professional and how they assist operators in literally "setting their table". They share the past, present, and what they see for the industry‘s future. They also make a st…

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Ep. 01 - State of Green & Going Zero Waste with Eco-Products 31:15

3+ y ago31:15

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Episode 01 John and Nick D. from the Hode Group visit with Wayne Koekeritz, Product and Zero Waste Specialist with Eco-Products of Boulder, Colorado. Wayne discusses who Eco-Products is, his role, and what value they deliver to the professional commercial operator and the foodservice industry. He reviews "green" basics and explains commonly used in…

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The Hode Group Inc Podcasts

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Let’s Set Your Table Podcast

The Hode Group, Inc.

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Ep.21 - More Than a Showroom: The Heart of Hospitality Sales in Chicago 21:29

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Ep.20 - Revolutionizing Reusables: The OZZI Story with Founder Tom Wright 31:54

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Ep.19 - Setting Your Table with Steelite 26:55

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Ep.18 - The Financial Benefits of Proper Trash Can Liners 27:36

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Ep.17 - The Importance of Ergonomics in Commercial Seating 37:07

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Ep. 16 - Aluminum Tariffs & Food Packaging: What You Need to Know 31:34

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Ep. 15 - Clarifying the Confusion: Biodegradable vs. Compostable 31:11

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Ep. 14 - Enhancing Branding and Revenue with Napkins 29:06

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Ep. 13 - Is Foil Takeout Packaging Right for Me? 32:30

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Ep. 12 - A Hospitality Savings Strategy Operators NEVER Consider 27:24

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Ep. 11 - Knives that Last a Century: Dexter-Russell 24:34

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Ep. 10 - Finding the Right Paper Food Packaging For You 25:03

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Ep. 09 - What is Palm Leaf Food Packaging? 27:53

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Ep. 08 - Why Should I Brand My To-Go Packaging? 27:33

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Ep. 07 - Foodservice and Hospitality Consulting at The Hode Group Chicago Showroom 15:42

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Ep. 06 - Why Woodn’t You Choose WoodForm Concrete® 33:23

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Ep. 05 - Compostable Packaging & Industry Update from Eco-Products 46:16

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Ep. 04 - Sell More Coffee with Java Jacket 27:34

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Ep. 03 - Anchor Packaging: All Systems Go in 2022 31:35

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Ep. 02 - Rich & Jack Hode ”The Past, Present and the Future of the Industry” 32:17

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Ep. 01 - State of Green & Going Zero Waste with Eco-Products 31:15