In this episode, I chat with fellow "Australian" Hayden Lambert about the journey to and operating a small bar in metro Melbourne. This is a raw chat about small bar culture, community and business.

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In this episode, I chat to the ever charismatic Giacomo Giannotti of Paradiso, Barcelona. We chat about the real meaning of sustainability and it's more than saving your waste. This is an enlightening talk about community, culture and creativity.

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In this episode, I chatted with Danil Nevsky, the cocktailman, and the indie bartender. He has become one of the most prolific bartending personalities in the world, this is a great chat for young bartenders.

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In this episode, I have the privilege to chat to journalist and author, Camper English. We chat about his work with creating perfect ice, his rabbit hole investigative style and what he is loving about the industry right now.

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In this episode, I want to chat to the younger generation about what is next for them. Been asked how I stay motivated in the industry after almost 30 years, so I break it down for you.

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In this episode, I am lucky enough to have a chat with Iain McPherson from Panda & Sons in Edinburgh, Scotland. He and his team have been behind some of the most advanced bar techniques in the last decade. We not only talk about the creative element of his work but also the business side of things. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM – Shawn Soole https://www.instagram.com/shawnsoole/Soole Hospitality Concepts https://www.instagram.com/soolehospitalityconcepts/ FOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE - https://www.youtube.com/@PostShiftPodcast

In this episode, this came out of a little mentor session about how I manage my time. From the outside looking in, I achieve a lot in my day; but I still have plenty of time for family and sleep. Time Management is about compartmentalizing your priorities.

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In this episode, I chat with Evan Rogers,  @BeardFoundation  Award Winning Film Maker. We discuss the need for small market food space voices along with his take on the filming and making of The Great Wall, his James Beard Award Winning Short Documentary. Here is the documentary link - https://vimeo.com/undercurrentfilmco/greatwallfilmFOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM – Shawn Soole https://www.instagram.com/shawnsoole/Soole Hospitality Concepts https://www.instagram.com/soolehospitalityconcepts/ FOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE - https://www.youtube.com/@PostShiftPodcast

I recorded this just yesterday, and the governments have flopped back to allowing US products. I have always been compliant on government issues like this, but this one felt like the industry was being used as a whipping pole yet again. Will all this revert back in 30 days? Tough to say!

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In this episode, I chat to  Chris Maffeo about brand building for small brands. A great start to 2025, if you are a small brand in the liquor sphere, this is the episode that you need to listen to. Tons of value and advice on what you should be doing to succeed in 2025. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM – Shawn Soole https://www.instagram.com/shawnsoole/Soole Hospitality Concepts https://www.instagram.com/soolehospitalityconcepts/ FOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE - https://www.youtube.com/@PostShiftPodcast