Welcome back to A Room With A View, the final episode for what has been a fantastic year together.

Today we’ve got a very special guest in the Room With A View studio: Michael Johnson. Hall of Famer, proud dad, hotel professional and an absolute legend of our industry, Michael has been recognised in both the HM Awards and AHA Hall of Fame – and for good reason.

In this episode, we dive into another great chat with Michael about the industry we love, the people who make it special, and where we’re heading next. To all our A Room With A View listeners – our Roomies – we want to wish you a very Merry Christmas and a happy New Year. Thank you for all your support, for listening, sharing, and being part of this wonderful community.

We can’t wait to bring A Room With A View back next year with more conversations, more insights and more incredible guests. Until then, thank you for listening – and please remember to like, subscribe, and share the show with your fellow Roomies-in-waiting.

There are few names more recognisable – or more genuinely loved – in Australian television than Larry Emdur. From early mornings on The Morning Show to game shows and everything in between, Larry’s career has spanned decades, making him a constant presence in Australian living rooms.

But what’s most interesting isn’t just what he’s done – it’s where he’s going next. In this episode, Larry joins us for a conversation that’s as surprising as it is heartfelt, sharing his latest passion project: The Ben Buckler. What started as a creative side venture has become something deeply personal – a reflection of his roots, his community, and his search for meaning beyond the camera lights.

We cover a lot of ground – television, life in hospitality, growing up in Bondi, and yes, a shared appreciation for good things and good people. It’s one of those conversations that reminds us why stories matter and how passion keeps us young.

So, pour a glass of The Ben Buckler, settle in, and enjoy a very special chat with the one and only Larry Emdur.

https://thebenbuckler.com

On this Room 65 of A Room With A View, we sit down with the brilliant Richard Crawford from Marriott Hotels. Richard’s journey from growing up in Tasmania and working in the family business, to building one of Australia’s finest boutique hotels, The Henry Jones, is nothing short of inspiring.

He’s a true hotelier — passionate, creative, and deeply connected to place and people. We loved hearing his reflections on family, business, friendship and what it means to build something lasting and meaningful in our ever-evolving industry.

We hope you enjoy this conversation as much as we did. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe — it helps us share more of these incredible stories from our world of hospitality

Welcome to A Room With A View, the podcast where we dive into the stories behind the people shaping our industry.

In this episode, we sit down with Paul Hutton from Hilton – a true hotelier at heart, and a family man who has dedicated his life to hospitality. Paul’s journey is as inspiring as it is fascinating. We talk about where it all began, from his early steps into hotels, to the extraordinary experience of running a property in the middle of a war zone. Along the way, Paul shares the lessons that shaped his leadership, the friendships that kept him grounded, and what it really means to love this business, not just as a career, but as a calling.

This is a wide-ranging, insightful conversation with someone who has seen and lived it all – and we can’t wait for you to hear it.

Welcome to A Room With A View, coming to you live from No Vacancy 2025. Today we’re diving into the world of European sun beds with Sophia from Dolce Capri — a young start-up that’s redefining the way we relax poolside. It’s a story of passion, design innovation, and creating comfort in a whole new way. We hope you enjoy this inspiring conversation, and if you do, don’t forget to like and subscribe so you can join us for more stories shaping the future of hospitality

Welcome back to A Room With A View, coming to you live from NoVacancy. In this episode, we’re joined by Kay Goodman, a passionate hotelier and leader who has just taken the bold step of starting her own company. Kay’s story is full of energy and inspiration, showing what it takes to turn experience into opportunity and vision into action.

We dive into her journey, her perspective on the future of hospitality, and the lessons she’s carrying forward into this exciting new chapter.

If you enjoy the conversation, don’t forget to like and subscribe so you never miss an episode of A Room With A View.

Welcome to Room with a View, coming to you live from No Vacancy 2025. We’ve got a bit of déjà vu today, because almost exactly one year ago we had these two legends on the podcast together. By complete coincidence, here we are again — one year later, same show, but with a whole lot that’s changed.

We're joined by Ramzy De Silva and Declan Mimnagh, and what a year it has been for both of them. We’re honestly so proud of everything they’ve achieved since we last sat down together — it really shows how quickly things can evolve in this industry when passion meets opportunity.

So buckle up for a lively and inspiring conversation that’s as much about looking forward as it is about celebrating how far we’ve come since last year’s chat.

If you enjoy the episode, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share Room with a View — it makes a big difference and helps us keep bringing you these conversations with some of the most exciting voices in hospitality.

Welcome to A Room With A View, live from Room With A View 2025. Our special guest is none other than Caper Schmidt, and we're thrilled to have you with us as we explore the ideas, people, and stories shaping the future of our industry.

This podcast is about more than just conversation—it’s a chance to open the window a little wider, to challenge perspectives, and to share insights you won’t find anywhere else. We’re here to celebrate innovation, leadership, and the human side of business and culture.

To our audience joining us from around the world, thank you for tuning in. Your time and support mean everything. If you’re enjoying the show, please take a moment to like, subscribe, and share—we grow because of you, and we’d love to keep building this community together.

Welcome to another live edition of Room With A View, coming to you from the heart of NoVacancy 2025. Today we’re recording from the HR Stage, where conversations about people, culture, and the future of hospitality are at the forefront.

A big thank you to Nicole Downs for inviting us onto the stage and for her warm introductions — it’s always a pleasure to be part of this community.

Joining us today is Kailash Sarma, an experienced public speaker and thought leader. We’ll be diving into his journey, insights from the floor of NoVacancy, and his perspective on where our industry is heading.

If you enjoy Room With A View and want to hear more conversations like this one, please like and subscribe — it really helps us share these stories further across the hospitality community.

Welcome back to A Room With A View, live from No Vacancy 2025. Today we’ve got a truly exciting conversation lined up with Ryan and Alyssa from Aetheron - Booking Boost. They’re at the forefront of artificial intelligence innovation, and together we’ll explore how AI is being applied to the hotel industry in ways that are transforming guest experience, streamlining operations, and unlocking new value for owners and teams alike.

This is not just what’s coming next — this is the future unfolding right now. We’re thrilled to share their insights with you, straight from the heart of Australia’s biggest hotel and accommodation event.

To all our listeners and viewers: thank you for joining us here at No Vacancy. If you enjoy these conversations and want to stay ahead in hospitality, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share A Room With A View.