Episode List

So You Want to Run a Restaurant is a podcast that goes behind the scenes with restaurant owners and operators across the country to talk candidly about the realities of the restaurant business. From the wins to the burnout to the late nights–and all the lessons learned along the way.
Episode List
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Future of Virtual Concepts with Jasmine Sheth
Jasmine Sheth of Tasting India provides insights on virtual restaurant concepts and predictions for the future of delivery-only dining. -
Future of Quick Service Restaurants with Stratis Morfogen
Restaurateur Stratis Morfogen discusses his contactless QSR concept Brooklyn Dumpling and the future of quick service restaurant technology. -
Future of Restaurant Customers With Fernando De Buen Lopez
Fernando de Buen Lopez explores how different generations relate to food and what generational preferences mean for the future of restaurants. -
Future of Full Service Restaurants
Lauren Bailey discusses the future of full-service restaurants as the industry emerges from the pandemic and adapts to new dining expectations. -
Guest Episode: Supporting Friends & Coworkers With Copper & Heat
Special crossover episode exploring mental health support in restaurant kitchens and how industry professionals can help colleagues through challenges. -
Investing in Staff and Community With Ellen Yin
Ellen Yin of High Street Hospitality Group shares strategies for building environments where staff feels valued and restaurants serve their communities. -
Fires, Floods, and Fashion with Rodney Rock" White"
Chef Rodney "Rock" White discusses overcoming restaurant adversity including fires, floods, and other challenges facing hospitality operators. -
Committing to Culture and Community with Lauren Bailey
Lauren Bailey explains how culture forms the foundation of Upward Projects restaurant group and their community impact across Arizona locations. -
Keeping Up With Culinary Trends with Nick Gonring
Corporate Consulting Chef Nick Gonring reveals his process for tracking culinary trends and predicting the next big food movements. -
Launching a Ghost Kitchen and Winning 'Chopped' With Brian Jupiter
Chicago restaurateur Brian Jupiter shares his ghost kitchen launch experience, winning 'Chopped', and creative restaurant marketing strategies.
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