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 journey through the worlds of performance and serviceHow Imbiblia is redefining what it means to "dine with purpose"The challenges…
In this live episode, Shawn Soole sits down with David Wondrich—cocktail historian, author, and one of the most respected voices in spirits culture—to explore how the bar world has evolved, where it’s headed, and what we’ve learned along the way. 🧠 What We Covered: The early days of cocktail culture…
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 celebrated bar brands. From Belfast to New York, Jack shares hard-won lessons on leadership, creativity, mental…
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 hospitality to becoming a world-renowned bartender and co-owner of iconic bars. 🔧 That signature…
In this live episode, Shawn Soole sits down with David Wondrich—cocktail historian, author, and one of the most respected voices in spirits culture—to explore how the bar world has evolved, where it’s headed, and what we’ve learned along the way. 🧠 What We Covered: The early days of cocktail culture…
THE IMPORTANCE OF LEANING INTO YOUR NICHE https://www.postshiftpodcast.com/james-grass-on-building-a-brand-the-industry-actually-loves/ Going to leave this last titbit from the James Grass from @chefsfavourite podcast with you. Find it and then lean into your niche.
In this episode, Shawn Soole sits 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 journey through the worlds of performance and service How Imbiblia is redefining what it means to…
I always love origin stories, James Grass of @chefsfavourite is no different. This was a great chat about coming up and expanding your experience into hospitality adjacent endeavours.
THE ORIGIN OF THE MILK CRATE CHATS https://www.postshiftpodcast.com/james-grass-on-building-a-brand-the-industry-actually-loves/ Loved having James Grass from @chefsfavourite for his very first podcast. Get the BTS on Mates on Crates.
In this episode, I chat with James Grass of @chefsfavourite (https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCfIFVd0tBNNSeflnkUsW6FA) about career progression, pivoting and creating a hospitality media juggernaut, Mates on Crates. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM – Shawn Soolehttps://www.instagram.com/shawnsoole/Soole Hospitality Conceptshttps://www.instagram.com/soolehospitalityconcepts/FOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE - https://www.youtube.com/@PostShiftPodcast
FULL EPISODE HERE - https://www.postshiftpodcast.com/episode-183-ryan-chetiyawardana-mr-lyan/
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/shawnsoole/ Soole Hospitality Conceptshttps://www.instagram.com/soolehospitalityconcepts/ FOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE - https://www.youtube.com/@PostShiftPodcast
CHANGE IS NOT ALWAYS CELEBRATED STRAIGHT AWAY https://www.postshiftpodcast.com/episode-183-ryan-chetiyawardana-mr-lyan/ In this excerpt, Mr Lyan talks about the rise of White Lyan and how it helped change what we do today. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM – Shawn Soolehttps://www.instagram.com/shawnsoole/ Soole Hospitality Conceptshttps://www.instagram.com/soolehospitalityconcepts/ FOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE - https://www.youtube.com/@PostShiftPodcast
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/shawnsoole/Soole Hospitality Conceptshttps://www.instagram.com/soolehospitalityconcepts/FOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE - https://www.youtube.com/@PostShiftPodcast
FULL EPISODE - https://www.postshiftpodcast.com/episode-183-ryan-chetiyawardana-mr-lyan/ The conversation highlights how food and drinks offer a quick way to understand a sense of place and meet wonderful people, even for those not typically interested in whiskey. It shows how these experiences connect to geographies, histories, and fascinating human stories, enriching our cultural awareness.…
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 Trips FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM – Shawn Soolehttps://www.instagram.com/shawnsoole/Soole Hospitality Conceptshttps://www.instagram.com/soolehospitalityconcepts/FOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE - https://www.youtube.com/@PostShiftPodcast
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 – Shawn Soolehttps://www.instagram.com/shawnsoole/ Soole Hospitality Conceptshttps://www.instagram.com/soolehospitalityconcepts/ FOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE - https://www.youtube.com/@PostShiftPodcast
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/shawnsoole/ Soole Hospitality Conceptshttps://www.instagram.com/soolehospitalityconcepts/ FOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE - https://www.youtube.com/@PostShiftPodcast
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 – Shawn Soolehttps://www.instagram.com/shawnsoole/ Soole Hospitality Conceptshttps://www.instagram.com/soolehospitalityconcepts/ FOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE - https://www.youtube.com/@PostShiftPodcast
AUSTRALIA'S INHERENT COMPETITIVENESS https://www.postshiftpodcast.com/episode-181-hayden-lambert-above-board/ I really wanted to chat more about why Australia's cocktail scene has been so strong for so many years with Hayden Scott Lambertfrom Above Board
