Recorded at the Athens Bar Show, this special edition of LUCA, THE PODCAST features Lauren Mote — educator, mentor and global voice in hospitality.

This episode explores what truly defines a great bar, the power of mentorship, and how legacy is built through purpose, not ego.

We talk about:

• Belonging in hospitality

• The three stages of life & career

• Mentorship as friendship, experience & accountability

• AI and the future of bartending

• Why personality and purpose matter more than perfection

This episode is made possible thanks to: https://theartofshaking.com/

THE ART OF SHAKING:

AMARO SANTONI: https://amarosantoni.com/en/prodotto/amaro-santoni/

Special thanks to Athens Bar Show for hosting.

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