Broad & Walnut

The Founder and CEO of Fitler Club, David Gutstadt, details his plans to bring "the next step in the evolution of the high-end lifestyle club" to Philadelphia. What David and his team have in store is extraordinary and will truly make our city a better place. David, how do I join?!

In this wide-ranging interview, we discuss Allan’s first real estate purchase (at 13!), his rise to becoming the top real estate broker in Philadelphia, the secret to building financial wealth, why he ran for City Council, the negotiations to move the police headquarters to the Inquirer building, the soda tax, making city government more efficient, and most importantly, how to make Philadelphia a better place.

No one knows Philadelphia like Emma Fried-Cassorla. As the creator of Philly Love Notes, Emma has made it a point to really experience all that our great city has to offer. Get recommendations on where to eat, where to drink, where to play, must sees, must dos, etc. This is a fun one!

The owner of Fishtown’s Lloyd Whiskey Bar gives us a true education in all things whiskey. Scott’s knowledge of the popular spirit is unparalleled and whether you’re a connoisseur or never had a sip in your life, you will definitely learn something new.

Meet one of the kindest and hardest working bar/restaurant owners in Philadelphia. Teddy Sourias is a true American success story. His parents emigrated from Greece and from a very early age, Teddy understood the meaning of hard work. It was a pleasure to sit down with him at his very busy bar Brü! Follow us on Twitter - https://twitter.com/BroadandWalnut.

Craig, who was the driving force behind the total transformation of 13th St. and Midtown Village, explains how it all came to be and gives us an education in “place-making”. We then discuss the next neighborhood he has his sights set on and what the hell the Reading Viaduct is anyway!

Keith tells us all about the medical marijuana application process in PA and then we dive deep into the success of AAMCO Transmissions. We discuss the franchising model and how AAMCO revolutionized advertising in America!

Nick Bayer, Founder & CEO of Saxbys, sits down for a fascinating look inside his company’s culture and their remarkable approach to hospitality. Also, we learn all about Saxbys' experiential learning program, which is truly turning the traditional college internship on its head.

Weekly interviews with Philadelphia's "Happen-Makers"...Coming Soon!