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Hosted by veteran bartender and industry consultant Shawn Soole, the Post Shift Podcast dives deep into the world of hospitality. With a passion for storytelling and a wealth of knowledge, Shawn brings listeners behind the bar and into the minds of industry leaders. Each episode unpacks the trials, triumphs, and transformations of hospitality professionals, offering insights, strategies, and candid conversations. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, the Post Shift Podcast deli ...
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BC Spirits

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Join the #1 authority on British Columbia's distilling and spirit culture, we taste through some of BC’s burgeoning craft spirits, from the weird and wonderful to the eclectic, BC Spirits has you covered.
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In The Weeds Podcast

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ITW is an often ridiculous, sometimes insightful and always entertaining look at professional food and beverage. Your hosts are Franz and Remi, long time pals and industry die-hards with nearly 50 years shared F&B experience. The show shares perspectives and stories from food and beverage professionals across the entire hospitality ecosystem. Our mission is to legitimize food and beverage as a respected and worthwhile career while highlighting the value it brings to our communities. Join ITW ...
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In this episode, I chat with good friend Hugo Togni of Bar Pompette in Toronto, and absolutely gem of a human and the tour de force behind Bar Pompette in Toronto, one of the most awarded bars in the country in 2024. We chat evolving industry, awards, and working with local farmers. Hope you enjoy the episode. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM – Shawn Soole h…
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In this episode, I chat about certifications and wage increases for your team along with how much to budget per year for staff training, if you aren't investing 1-2% into training your team, you are missing out on a massive retention tool. Edinburgh Whisky Academy Scotch Whisky, Irish Whiskey, Gin WSET 1 Spirits Online FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM – Shaw…
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In this episode, I sit down with Jim Taylor of Benchmark Sixty and chat about his new book, Bold Operations. A deep dive in modern day operations and how to implement systems to tackle staffing, training and so much more. An absolute fantastic book, can be purchased here - https://amzn.to/4fc8huR FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM – Shawn Soole https://www.ins…
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In this episode, I tackle the top 5 expenses for a restaurant and what their budgets should be. I know so many operators don't know what their costs should be so I wanted to quantify the best I can. Hope this helps some operators out there. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM – Shawn Soole https://www.instagram.com/shawnsoole/ Soole Hospitality Conceptshttps://…
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In this episode, I sit down with Chris Cardone of Continuous Beverage and chat his journey through flair, to Diageo World Class and his latest endeavour with his sober journey and educating the industry and more on the movement. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM – Shawn Soole https://www.instagram.com/shawnsoole/ Soole Hospitality Conceptshttps://www.instagra…
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In this episode, I lay out the the costs of how much it actually costs to open a restaurant. These are just industry averages and everyone is different, but I wanted to give tangible figures and some antidotes along the way. Hope this gives you some scope if you are looking at opening your own place. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM – Shawn Soole https://www…
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In this episode, I sit down with Kate Gerwin of Happy Accidents and of Drink Master fame and we have a chance to delve into small markets, awards, cocktails, travel and the TV show. Hope you enjoy the episode. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM – Shawn Soole https://www.instagram.com/shawnsoole/ Soole Hospitality Conceptshttps://www.instagram.com/soolehospital…
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In this episode, I give you five actionable ways to saving costs in the current restaurant market. They are listed below for reference. Here are five solutions for "Navigating the Costs of Running a Restaurant in 2024" 1. Cut Smart, Not Cheap You gotta trim the fat, but don’t slice into the meat. Food costs are skyrocketing with inflation, but don’…
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In this episode, I catch up with Dave Mitton, Global Brand Ambassador of J.P Wiser's as we chat about his start in the industry, his move to brand ambassadorship and the state of Canadian Whisky. Absolute gem of a human, that I am glad to call a friend and peer. Listen to the Post Shift Podcast - https://tr.ee/B2PalbS8hG#fyp #PostShiftPodcast #Shaw…
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In this episode, I recently put out a questionnaire for business owners, operators and managers to see how other markets are doing. The results were shocking and telling on how the industry is currently. The link to my break even calculator is here - https://soolehospitality.com/blog/2021/5/18/ultimate-break-even-calculator FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM –…
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In this episode, I sit down with Reece Sims, a spirits expert and entrepreneur. We dive into the importance of fitness in the hospitality industry, overcoming rejection, and finding success beyond financial goals. Reece also shares her vision for disrupting the spirits industry with innovative tasting methods.FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM – Shawn Soole ht…
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Hiring is Guessing, Firing is Knowing. I live by this to stop perfectionism in the hiring process. Here are 5 tips to hiring the right team. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM – Shawn Soole https://www.instagram.com/shawnsoole/ Soole Hospitality Concepts https://www.instagram.com/soolehospitalityconcepts/FOLLOW US ON TWITTER - https://twitter.com/ShawnSoole FO…
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In this episode, I catch up with Keegan McGregor, fresh off his global bartending competition win. We dive into his journey through imposter syndrome, the importance of self-confidence, and his desire to uplift his local community. Keegan shares his unique definition of success and future plans.FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM – Shawn Soole https://www.insta…
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This week I chat about 5 key takeaways from minimizing staff turnover in your venue. Hope this helps some operators out there. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM – Shawn Soole https://www.instagram.com/shawnsoole/ Soole Hospitality Concepts https://www.instagram.com/soolehospitalityconcepts/FOLLOW US ON TWITTER - https://twitter.com/ShawnSoole FOLLOW US ON YOU…
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In this episode of, Shawn sits down with Evelyn Chick, award-winning bartender and entrepreneur, to discuss financial literacy, the highs and lows of entrepreneurship, and redefining success in the hospitality industry. Evelyn shares her journey, insights on building a sustainable business, and her vision for creating accessible and memorable guest…
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In this episode, I dive into the power of language in leadership. I discuss how shifting from "working for" to "working with" your team can transform your business culture, foster collaboration, and drive success. Tune in to learn how this simple change can make a big impact. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM – Shawn Soole https://www.instagram.com/shawnsoole…
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In this episode, Shawn chats with Kevin Demers, Montreal’s hospitality visionary and the mastermind behind multiple venues, including Coldroom. Kevin shares his entrepreneurial journey, offering insights on scaling a business, multi-unit management, and the importance of personal growth. A must-listen for anyone in the bar industry! FOLLOW US ON IN…
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In this episode of Post-Shift Shot, I share a story about resilience and adversity. It’s a tale of twin boys raised in a harsh environment, with one ending up homeless and the other becoming the head of pediatrics. This story resonates with me because it highlights how our upbringing influences us, but doesn’t have to control our path. Adversity an…
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In this episode of the Post Shift Podcast, I sit down with Sean Finter to discuss his journey in the hospitality industry. We explore leadership challenges, the evolution of success, and the importance of listening to your team. Sean shares invaluable insights on building a fulfilling career while staying true to your values. Sheets for download Na…
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In this episode, I reflect on why I took a break from the podcast and other projects in my life. I dive into my journey in the hospitality industry, sharing personal challenges, the passion that drives me, and how returning to the podcast is helping me reconnect with my purpose. I also talk about my 25-year career, the mental health struggles I've …
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This is the episode you've been waiting for! The reflection episode straight after winning the 2023 World Class Canada Bartender of the Year, Jacob Martin opens about the 3 days from that first episode we recorded to the big announcement! Share a dram with the hospitality industry’s top global talents: bartenders, venue owners, distillers and indus…
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This one is a special proud Canadian moment for me, when we have world class talent come to our country and be blown away with the talent, it means so much to me for them to see what I am grateful to see daily. Check out Lynnette, Tim and Dennis's perspective on the way Canadian's prepare for globals. Share a dram with the hospitality industry’s to…
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If you want even a little insight into preparing for the World Class competition, then this is the one for you! Jeff and Massi breakdown how they prepared for the competition and what lead them to win the Nationals. Share a dram with the hospitality industry’s top global talents: bartenders, venue owners, distillers and industry aficionados. Shawn …
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We sit down with both World Class World Bartenders of the Year, Kaitlyn Stewart and James Grant and talk about the dichotomy of their experiences with World Class to the International level. Both have amazing insights into changing the guests perception on how you can serve people both directly and virtually. Share a dram with the hospitality indus…
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Grant Sceney heads up Botanist in the Fairmont Pacific Rim and is one of the Australian contingent of bartenders that made their way to Canada in 2012; he walks us through his World Class experience and since. Great chat. Share a dram with the hospitality industry’s top global talents: bartenders, venue owners, distillers and industry aficionados. …
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As I said in the very beginning of this episode, Jenner Cormier is the OG World Class Champion, before the camaraderie and team mentality, Jenner headed to the World finals solo; I commend him on his efforts and have always looked up to him as a peer in the same small market vibe that Halifax and Victoria share. Share a dram with the hospitality in…
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Sitting down and getting to know 2016 World Class Canada Winner Shane Mulvany was fantastic, we had never really connected before and it was a pleasure to get to know him and understand his career through World Class. Share a dram with the hospitality industry’s top global talents: bartenders, venue owners, distillers and industry aficionados. Shaw…
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You've heard from the competitors and now let's hear from the judges, starting with 2018 World Class Canada winner Chris Enns. Seeing how this competition has shaped the careers of the winners is awe inspiring and the camaraderie between them and the competitors is instantaneous. Share a dram with the hospitality industry’s top global talents: bart…
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Massimo Zitti's exuberance for life is second to known and chatting with him on the show really shows the tenacity it takes to become a World Class champ, his balancing act of work, life and this competition is great inspiration for the younger competitors. Share a dram with the hospitality industry’s top global talents: bartenders, venue owners, d…
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A very special World Class Canada 10th Anniversary series, I will be bringing back the podcast for this special series. I will be interviewing the competitors on the first day of competition, through to the judges and finally the winner, Jacob Martin. Strap in and get ready for some old school Soole podcasting and we will have tons of fun along the…
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A very special World Class Canada 10th Anniversary series, I will be bringing back the podcast for this special series. I will be interviewing the competitors on the first day of competition, through to the judges and finally the winner, Jacob Martin. Strap in and get ready for some old school Soole podcasting and we will have tons of fun along the…
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A very special World Class Canada 10th Anniversary series, I will be bringing back the podcast for this special series. I will be interviewing the competitors on the first day of competition, through to the judges and finally the winner, Jacob Martin. Strap in and get ready for some old school Soole podcasting and we will have tons of fun along the…
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A very special World Class Canada 10th Anniversary series, I will be bringing back the podcast for this special series. I will be interviewing the competitors on the first day of competition, through to the judges and finally the winner, Jacob Martin. Strap in and get ready for some old school Soole podcasting and we will have tons of fun along the…
  continue reading
 
A very special World Class Canada 10th Anniversary series, I will be bringing back the podcast for this special series. I will be interviewing the competitors on the first day of competition, through to the judges and finally the winner, Jacob Martin. Strap in and get ready for some old school Soole podcasting and we will have tons of fun along the…
  continue reading
 
A very special World Class Canada 10th Anniversary series, I will be bringing back the podcast for this special series. I will be interviewing the competitors on the first day of competition, through to the judges and finally the winner, Jacob Martin. Strap in and get ready for some old school Soole podcasting and we will have tons of fun along the…
  continue reading
 
A very special World Class Canada 10th Anniversary series, I will be bringing back the podcast for this special series. I will be interviewing the competitors on the first day of competition, through to the judges and finally the winner, Jacob Martin. Strap in and get ready for some old school Soole podcasting and we will have tons of fun along the…
  continue reading
 
A very special World Class Canada 10th Anniversary series, I will be bringing back the podcast for this special series. I will be interviewing the competitors on the first day of competition, through to the judges and finally the winner, Jacob Martin. Strap in and get ready for some old school Soole podcasting and we will have tons of fun along the…
  continue reading
 
A very special World Class Canada 10th Anniversary series, I will be bringing back the podcast for this special series. I will be interviewing the competitors on the first day of competition, through to the judges and finally the winner, Jacob Martin. Strap in and get ready for some old school Soole podcasting and we will have tons of fun along the…
  continue reading
 
A very special World Class Canada 10th Anniversary series, I will be bringing back the podcast for this special series. I will be interviewing the competitors on the first day of competition, through to the judges and finally the winner, Jacob Martin. Strap in and get ready for some old school Soole podcasting and we will have tons of fun along the…
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Finally was able to nail down some time with the very busy, Brad Bodnarchuk. I was on his podcast months ago, and the conversation was enlightening as was this one. Brad takes a very different approach to industry consulting as I do, holistic, emotion driven and focusing on many intangibles that make great venues great. His articulated views on eve…
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As an Australian kid growing up, Naren was one of the guiding lights of the early years of the cocktail scene in Australia. From editor of the tome that many of us learnt from, Australian Bartender Magazine to running the foundation venue, Bayswater Brasserie that spawned a myriad of careers and venues; to reopening and creating such brands as Dant…
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We are highlighting local this week with Tim Siebert from Citrus and Cane; originally from Australia, we go on the journey of where it all started, opening a bar in the pandemic and how he keeps his understated positivity throughout it all. Share a dram with the hospitality industry’s top global talents: bartenders, venue owners, distillers and ind…
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If you don't know who this amazing bartender come entrepreneur is, then you have been missing out; check out the interview I did almost 2 1/2 years ago to get her origin story. Kelsey is an absolute tour de force for the hospitality industry for Canada, running uber successful venues, pop ups, and one of the thought leaders in sustainable bartendin…
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This is something I have been lamenting for some time, I will preface all of this with the fact that my upbringing and childhood lead me to use this in the beginning of my career; but I believe that I have changed. Am I hard, yes, have I learnt to lead with empathy, most definitely. The industry is constantly changing, the people in it are evolving…
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I think after the last couple of years, we all need to be reminded how to keep our chins up and be resilient against what has been one of the worst eras for the hospitality industry. I hope that if you are going through something right now, that this helps in a small way. TEXT ME on COMMUNITY - +1 250 999-4182 Share a dram with the hospitality indu…
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Been watching the digital space, NFTs and Crypto for over a year now and trying to figure out how to apply it to the hospitality sector. With the announcement of the first NFT restaurant opening in NYC next year, it has finally arrived. While many believe that the nature of NFTs is mainly for digital art, the applications of it in the industry spac…
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It's the start of 2022, let's get it! It's time to build equity in yourself over for someone else, what is your passion, what do you truly want coming out of this pandemic? Push yourself, achieve what you want and be happy this year, make it a mandate. TEXT ME on COMMUNITY - +1 250 999-4182 Share a dram with the hospitality industry’s top global ta…
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I am going to be honest with all of my listeners, the last 3 months has been tough. I know a lot of people have been feeling the grind of the tail end of the pandemic (I hope the tail end) and I have struggled with keeping positive and motivated to do my extra curricular activities including the podcast and BC Spirits. But it's a new year and one t…
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This was a cathartic rant about the lockdowns across the country but specifically BC. I understand that we have been in a pandemic for almost two years now but the fundamental misunderstanding from the government about what and who should be closed and have mandates placed on them is something I can't ignore. With packed malls and shops, but the ho…
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This was one of my favorite episodes and the 200th episode of the Post Shift Podcast and I wanted to make it as big as possible, so I had to get the King Cocktail himself; Dale DeGroff. This was an amazing episode, I fanboyed out hard obviously listening to Dale regale on stories of old New York and talking about why almost 20 years later, he decid…
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