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Oct. 22, 2024

World Class Nationals "Meet the Judges" - Jeff Savage and Massi Zitti

If you want even a little insight into preparing for the World Class competition, then this is the one for you! Jeff and Massi breakdown how they prepared for the competition and what lead them to win the Nationals. Share a dram with the hospitality industry’s top global talents: bartenders,…

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Oct. 22, 2024

World Class Nationals "Meet the Judges" - Kaitlyn Stewart and James Grant

We sit down with both World Class World Bartenders of the Year, Kaitlyn Stewart and James Grant and talk about the dichotomy of their experiences with World Class to the International level. Both have amazing insights into changing the guests perception on how you can serve people both directly and…

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Oct. 22, 2024

World Class Nationals "Meet the Judges" - Grant Sceney

Grant Sceney heads up Botanist in the Fairmont Pacific Rim and is one of the Australian contingent of bartenders that made their way to Canada in 2012; he walks us through his World Class experience and since. Great chat. Share a dram with the hospitality industry’s top global talents: bartenders,…

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Oct. 22, 2024

World Class Nationals "Meet the Judges" - Chris Enns

You've heard from the competitors and now let's hear from the judges, starting with 2018 World Class Canada winner Chris Enns. Seeing how this competition has shaped the careers of the winners is awe inspiring and the camaraderie between them and the competitors is instantaneous. Share a dram with the…

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Oct. 22, 2024

World Class Nationals "Meet the Judges" - Massimo Zitti

Massimo Zitti's exuberance for life is second to known and chatting with him on the show really shows the tenacity it takes to become a World Class champ, his balancing act of work, life and this competition is great inspiration for the younger competitors. Share a dram with the hospitality…

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Oct. 22, 2024

World Class Canada Nationals - Adrien Roque

A very special World Class Canada 10th Anniversary series, I will be bringing back the podcast for this special series. I will be interviewing the competitors on the first day of competition, through to the judges and finally the winner, Jacob Martin. Strap in and get ready for some old…

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Oct. 22, 2024

World Class Canada Nationals - Harry Tham

A very special World Class Canada 10th Anniversary series, I will be bringing back the podcast for this special series. I will be interviewing the competitors on the first day of competition, through to the judges and finally the winner, Jacob Martin. Strap in and get ready for some old…

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Oct. 22, 2024

World Class Canada Nationals - Daphnee Vary Deshaies

A very special World Class Canada 10th Anniversary series, I will be bringing back the podcast for this special series. I will be interviewing the competitors on the first day of competition, through to the judges and finally the winner, Jacob Martin. Strap in and get ready for some old…

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Oct. 22, 2024

World Class Canada Nationals - Jacob Martin

A very special World Class Canada 10th Anniversary series, I will be bringing back the podcast for this special series. I will be interviewing the competitors on the first day of competition, through to the judges and finally the winner, Jacob Martin. Strap in and get ready for some old…

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Oct. 22, 2024

World Class Canada Nationals - Ben Kingstone

A very special World Class Canada 10th Anniversary series, I will be bringing back the podcast for this special series. I will be interviewing the competitors on the first day of competition, through to the judges and finally the winner, Jacob Martin. Strap in and get ready for some old…

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Oct. 22, 2024

World Class Canada Nationals - Emily Vey

A very special World Class Canada 10th Anniversary series, I will be bringing back the podcast for this special series. I will be interviewing the competitors on the first day of competition, through to the judges and finally the winner, Jacob Martin. Strap in and get ready for some old…

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Oct. 22, 2024

Episode #150 - Returning to Resilience

I think after the last couple of years, we all need to be reminded how to keep our chins up and be resilient against what has been one of the worst eras for the hospitality industry. I hope that if you are going through something right now, that this helps…

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Oct. 22, 2024

Shot #167 - NFT, Crypto and the F&B Industry

Been watching the digital space, NFTs and Crypto for over a year now and trying to figure out how to apply it to the hospitality sector. With the announcement of the first NFT restaurant opening in NYC next year, it has finally arrived. While many believe that the nature of…

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Oct. 22, 2024

Episode #149 - Throwback to Side Hustles and Entrepreneurship

It's the start of 2022, let's get it! It's time to build equity in yourself over for someone else, what is your passion, what do you truly want coming out of this pandemic? Push yourself, achieve what you want and be happy this year, make it a mandate. TEXT ME…

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Oct. 22, 2024

Top 5 Budgeting Struggles for Restaurants REVEALED!

Listen to the Post Shift Podcast - https://www.podpage.com/post-shift-the-hospitality-podcast/shot-177-top-5-expenses-and-budgets-for-operating-a-restaurant/ #fyp #PostShiftPodcast #ShawnSoole #BartenderLife #Mixology #CocktailCulture #BehindTheBar #HospitalityIndustry #BarTalk #DrinkCreators #bartendercommunity #shorts, #youtubeshorts, #viral, #trending, #subscribe, #foryou, #foryoupage, #fyp, #explorepage, #discover, #viralvideo, #tiktok, #instagram, #youtube, #reels

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Oct. 22, 2024

Post Shift Shot #177 - Top 5 Expenses and Budgets for Operating a Restaurant

In this episode, I tackle the top 5 expenses for a restaurant and what their budgets should be. I know so many operators don't know what their costs should be so I wanted to quantify the best I can. Hope this helps some operators out there. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM…

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Oct. 19, 2024

Thriving Sober, Fun Activities Beyond Alcohol with Chris Cardone

Listen to the Post Shift Podcast - https://www.podpage.com/post-shift-the-hospitality-podcast/ #fyp #PostShiftPodcast #ShawnSoole #BartenderLife #Mixology #CocktailCulture #BehindTheBar #HospitalityIndustry #BarTalk #DrinkCreators #bartendercommunity #shorts, #youtubeshorts, #viral, #trending, #subscribe, #foryou, #foryoupage, #fyp, #explorepage, #discover, #viralvideo, #tiktok, #instagram, #youtube, #reels

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Oct. 19, 2024

Breaking Free from Corporate Drinking Pressure!

Listen to the Post Shift Podcast - https://www.podpage.com/post-shift-the-hospitality-podcast/ #fyp #PostShiftPodcast #ShawnSoole #BartenderLife #Mixology #CocktailCulture #BehindTheBar #HospitalityIndustry #BarTalk #DrinkCreators #bartendercommunity #shorts, #youtubeshorts, #viral, #trending, #subscribe, #foryou, #foryoupage, #fyp, #explorepage, #discover, #viralvideo, #tiktok, #instagram, #youtube, #reels

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Oct. 18, 2024

Post Shift Podcast #160 Dave Mitton - Wiser's Global Brand Ambassador

In this episode, I catch up with Dave Mitton, Global Brand Ambassador of @WisersWhisky as we chat about his start in the industry, his move to brand ambassadorship and the state of Canadian Whisky. Absolute gem of a human, that I am glad to call a friend and peer. Listen…

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Oct. 18, 2024

Post Shift #162 Chris Cardone of Continuous Beverage

In this episode, I chat about the sober movement with Chris Cardone, along with his journey of sobriety, his latest endeavour in Continuous Beverage and how the non alcoholic world is changing the way a generation drinks. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM – Shawn Soole https://www.instagram.com/shawnsoole/ Soole Hospitality Concepts https://www.instagram.com/soolehospitalityconcepts/ FOLLOW…

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Oct. 17, 2024

Post Shift Podcast LIVE! #165 - Jim Meehan and the Bartender's Pantry

In this episode, I get to chat with industry stalwart, Jim Meehan about his career, the industry and his amazing new book, The Bartender's Pantry. This is a must get book, ⁠get it here - https://amzn.to/4faV1Gz FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM – Shawn Soole https://www.instagram.com/shawnsoole/ Soole Hospitality Concepts https://www.instagram.com/soolehospitalityconcepts/ FOLLOW US…

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Oct. 17, 2024

Post Shift Podcast #158 - Keegan McGregor - Diageo World Class Global Winner

In this episode, I catch up with Keegan McGregor, fresh off his global bartending competition win. We dive into his journey through imposter syndrome, the importance of self-confidence, and his desire to uplift his local community. Keegan shares his unique definition of success and future plans. Listen to the Post…

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Oct. 17, 2024

Post Shift Podcast #159 - Reece Sims and Flavor Camp

In this episode, I sit down with Reece Sims, a spirits expert and entrepreneur. We dive into the importance of fitness in the hospitality industry, overcoming rejection, and finding success beyond financial goals. Reece also shares her vision for disrupting the spirits industry with innovative tasting methods. Listen to the…

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Oct. 17, 2024

Post Shift Podcast #157 - Evelyn Chick, Modern Entrepreneurship

In this episode, Shawn sits down with Evelyn Chick, award-winning bartender and entrepreneur, to discuss financial literacy, the highs and lows of entrepreneurship, and redefining success in the hospitality industry. Evelyn shares her journey, insights on building a sustainable business, and her vision for creating accessible and memorable guest experiences.…

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