Operators & Reality Podcast

What if hospitality businesses could do more than just make profit? In this season finale of Talking Hospitality, we’re joined by Michael Tingsager , founder of Hospitality Mavericks, to explore a bigger question facing the i...

In this episode, Timothy R Andrews sits down with operator and campaigner Andy Lennox in the Old Thatch pub in Dorset to talk about what’s really happening behind the scenes in hospitality right now. Andy shares his journey f...

Branding in hospitality isn’t a logo exercise — it’s the feeling people carry with them when they walk out the door. In this episode, Sachin Parmar and Sanj Naha from Graphic Kitchen join us to unpack what great branding real...

Safeguarding in hospitality should be more than just policy, it should be embedded in a business' culture. In this episode, we explore how training, awareness, and prevention can transform venues into safer spaces for both st...

This week, we’re joined by Bruce and Paramjit Nagra, the brilliant minds behind Crazy Gin — the world’s first British-Asian gin. What started as a late-night idea over a bottle of wine (and a sink full of dishes) turned into ...

The biggest challenge in the hospitality industry today is delivering a memorable experience for guests, as discussed by the hosts in this engaging podcast episode and the first of season 5. New host Joe McDonnell highlights ...

Dive into the heart of sustainability with Andrea Zick, a trailblazer in the hospitality industry, as she unveils the intricate dance of creating a sustainable future without sacrificing the essence of luxury dining. This epi...

Introduction: In this episode of Talking Hospitality, hosts Timothy R. Andrews and Tracey Rashid engage in a captivating conversation with Nick Clover, a seasoned entrepreneur in the hospitality sector. The episode delves int...

In this episode of Talking Hospitality, we delve into the fascinating world of drag and what lessons the hospitality industry can learn from them. Summary The Covid-19 pandemic had a devastating impact on the drag queen commu...

In this engaging episode of "Talking Hospitality," hosts Timothy R Andrews and Tracey Rashid welcome the esteemed chef and restaurateur, Cyrus Todiwala OBE. Recorded at the bustling Cafe Spice Namaste, the episode delves into...

A heart on the sleeve, frank discussion about addiction to alcohol by We Recover Loudly podcaster and Burnt Chef ambassador, Michelle Righini.In this very special 30th episode we look at:What Michelle's incredible journey has been How to recognise if you might have a problem What to do if someone a…

This uplifting episode sees recruitment guru for Everyman Cinemas, Mike Newman join us for this extremely informative podcast. Many people don't think of Cinema as being part of Hospitality but Everyman Cinema turns this on i...

Today, cake artist and entrepreneur Tracey Rashid joins host Timothy R Andrews to talk about her transition from training at a transport company to running her own business.In this delightfully uplifting episode Tracey sharesHow a quote from Marco Pierre White cemented her career The pros and cons …

In this amazing podcast, Timothy Put The Kettle On co-hosts Sarah Kettel & Timothy R Andrews discuss with Digital and Online expert, co-founder of Shine Offline, Laura Willis why digital and social media technology is so addictive, how it can be overwhelming and what you can do to regain control, g…

In todays episode of Timothy put the Kettle on, we have guest speaker Lynne Maltman who talks about how taking the One Year No Beer 90 Day Alcohol Free challenge changed her relationship with alcohol forever and has had a positive impact in all areas of her life.Timothy R Andrews and Sarah Kettel d…

This is the final chapter in our 3 part miniseries focusing on mental health in hospitality. This episode focuses on how to recognise the signs that you or your colleague are suffering from mental health issues such as depression or anxiety. Our special guest speaker, Mindset & Lifecoach Susan Gran…