Episodes

In this episode, Shawn Soole welcomes Kimberly Flear , founder of Last Call Coaching , for a heartfelt and transformative conversation. Kimberly shares her journey from burnout and addiction within the hospitality industry to...

NEW EPISODE drops Friday, 9am PST In this trailer, I chat with Kimberly Flear about mental health and how it is evolving, changing and finally getting better in the hospitality industry.

In this episode, Shawn Soole dives deep with drinks writer and historian Robert Simonson, exploring not only the evolution of iconic cocktails like the Martini and Old‑Fashioned but also spotlighting his pivotal role launchin...

NEW EPISODE drops Friday, 9am PST In this trailer, Robert Simonson breaks down the nuances of building a true classic martini—covering ratios, technique, and philosophy—offering insider insight ahead of his Martini Expo in Ne...

In the episode, Shawn Soole is joined by industry heavyweight Pietro Collina, whose résumé includes legendary institutions like Eleven Madison Park, NoMad, and his current role as Beverage Director for The Teslef Group (Viaja...

NEW EPISODE drops Friday, 9am PST In this trailer, Pietro Collina delivers a masterclass on multi-unit management - where trust, systems, and accountability form the backbone of sustainable success. If you’re leading teams ac...

In this live episode, Shawn Soole sits down with Brenton Mowforth , creator of “Cheers to Happy Hour,” for a lively conversation on the power of community-driven content, the evolving culture of happy hour, and how to turn pa...

NEW EPISODE drops Friday, 9am PST In this trailer, I chat with Brenton Mowforth about the early days of Cheers to Happy Hour —how it started as a creative side project and evolved into a full-blown brand and business. We dive...

In this live episode, Shawn Soole sits down with renowned bartender, writer, and innovator Jeffrey Morgenthaler for a candid conversation covering everything from creative process and mental health to cocktail culture and sus...

NEW EPISODE drops Friday, 9am PST In this trailer, I chat with Jeffrey Morgenthaler about staying creative for the long haul—running bars, writing, and keeping the craft fun. We get into technique, humility, and why he still ...

In this episode, Shawn Soole welcomes Slovenian bartender‑turned‑content‑creator Kevin Kos—the mind behind the hit YouTube channel @KevinKos —for a frank conversation on taking an idea from the bar to a global audience, turni...

NEW EPISODE drops Friday, 9am PST In this trailer, I chat with Kevin Kos about his journey from Slovenian bartender to global cocktail content creator. We dive into storytelling, creativity, and how he’s redefining education ...

In this live episode, Shawn Soole welcomes acclaimed bartender, author, and cocktail innovator Alex Kratena , co-founder of the prestigious P(our) festival and creator of truly boundary-pushing drink experiences. Get ready fo...

NEW EPISODE drops Friday, 9am In this trailer, I sit down with Alex Kratena of Tayer & Elementary to talk shop about the business side of bars, the art of marketing, and how his unique style shapes the spaces he and his partn...

In this special live episode, Shawn Soole hosts one of the most beloved voices in cocktail culture— David Wondrich , renowned historian, writer, and spirits expert. Together, they explore the evolution of mixology, the storie...

NEW EPISODE drops Friday, 9am In this trailer for our conversation with the legendary David Wondrich, we’re digging into the rich history of cocktails, challenging the status quo, and exploring the idea that not everything in...

In this live episode, Shawn Soole is joined by acclaimed bartender and entrepreneur Jack McGarry , co-founder of the world-renowned Dead Rabbit , to unpack what it really takes to build—and sustain—one of the world’s most cel...

We had an unforgettable session live with legendary bartender Julie Reiner, digging deep into her craft, creativity, and the evolution of the cocktail world.🌟 What You’ll Learn:🍸 Julie’s journey from her early days in hospita...

In this episode, I sit down with Jean-Marc Baketel Dykes, the creative force behind Imbiblia, to talk about the intersection of storytelling, hospitality, and immersive dining experiences.We dive deep into:Jean-Marc’s unique ...

In this episode, I chat with James Grass of @chefsfavourite about career progression, pivoting and creating a hospitality media juggernaut, Mates on Crates. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM – Shawn Soolehttps://www.instagram.com/shawns...

In this episode, I chat to Mr Lyan himself, Ryan Chetiyawardana about expansion, pushing the boundaries and his love for travel with his new show Taste TripsFOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM – Shawn Soolehttps://www.instagram.com/shawns...

In this episode, I chat to Simone Caporale of SIPS and the legendary Boadas Cocktails in Barcelona. We chat about everything from staying creative to taking over a stalwart industry space like Boadas. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM –...

In this episode, I chat with fellow "Australian" Hayden Lambert about the journey to and operating a small bar in metro Melbourne. This is a raw chat about small bar culture, community and business. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM – S...

In this episode, I chat to the ever charismatic Giacomo Giannotti of Paradiso, Barcelona. We chat about the real meaning of sustainability and it's more than saving your waste. This is an enlightening talk about community, cu...