People & Culture Podcast

This episode of Talking Hospitality explores one of the most important topics in the industry today: how we treat people at work.

In this episode of Talking Hospitality, Timothy R Andrews and Joe McDonnell sit down with Gary King, owner of Collins King & Associates, to explore what hospitality recruitment looks like after decades of disruption, change and survival. Gary shares his journey from chef to recruiter, his early wor…

This bonus episode of Talking Hospitality , recorded live at Confex 2026, explores one of the most misunderstood roles in the industry: human resources. Timothy R Andrews speaks with Jonathan Napier , HR Director at the Jumei...

In this episode of Talking Hospitality , Timothy R Andrews and Joe McDonnell are joined by Olajide Alabi , one of the UK’s most engaging voices in Equality, Diversity & Inclusion — and Co-Founder of SISU, the People Experienc...

When we chat about the potential of AI in hospitality, one of the big ideas we dive into is the concept of agentic AI. Essentially, we’re talking about creating little digital helpers—think minions from Despicable Me—that can...

In this episode, Timothy and Joe are joined by the brilliant Akashia Carswell, CEO of London Talent and founder of Hive Cru, a new platform aiming to revolutionise temp recruitment in the hospitality sector. They dig into: Wh...

What happens when hospitality businesses keep saying “we support mental health” — but don’t back it up with action? In this eye-opening episode, we sit down with Rachel Kerr-Lapsley , Managing Director of Kelly’s Cause , the ...

In this powerful and personal episode, we speak with Matt Cameron , founder of TMC People Agency and co-founder of WellJam , who shares the story behind his mission to transform toxic hospitality workplaces into thriving ones...

Women leadership in the hospitality industry remains a significant issue, with women holding less than 40% of managerial positions despite making up a large portion of the workforce. This podcast dives deep into the challenge...

Why Men in Hospitality Don’t Talk About Mental Health — and How We Change That Men’s mental health in hospitality is still a taboo topic. In this honest episode, industry leaders share why that needs to change — and how we ma...

Is Hospitality Racist?In our season 3 finale, hosts Timothy R. Andrews and Sarah Kettel partner up with our third, special guest host Tracey Rashid.Together they take a deep dive into the 2023 Be Inclusive Hospitality report about equality, diversity and inclusion within the Hospitality industry.Th…

Raffles is heading to London and is making a stir! Whether you like it shaken or stirred, Timothy R. Andrews and co-host Sarah Kettel look beyond the Singapore Sling with OWO's talented Nathan Craigie, who is heading up their...

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…

We take a fascinating and educational look at gender with Diversity and Inclusion teacher and Gender activist Che Barnes.In this incredibly informative episode we look atHow the agricultural revolution influences gender til this day How a "good Christian girl" became a gender activist What's the di…

Mark McCulloch from Hospitality Rising discusses with co-hosts Timothy R Andrews and Sarah Kettel the current recruitment crisis in Hospitality.He shares how Hospitality Rising was formed and how it tackled head on the poor reception Hospitality has an employer.In todays' episode find out how a ran…

In this episode of Timothy put the Kettel on: Talking Hospitality, Executive Chef Sebastian Price shares his insights on how to recruit and retain top talent in the hospitality industry. Sebastian discusses the challenges of ...

Wow! Season 3 and what a great start to what promises to be an incredible season.To kick things off, Jill Whittaker MD of Hit Training joins founder hosts Timothy R. Andrews and Sarah Kettel for this deeply insightful, thought-provoking and a whole lot of fun podcast.We discuss OBEs, the difference…

Grab yourself a biscuit and a brew and listen to this week’s inspirational hospitality podcast with special guest Chief Story Teller and Head of Employer Brand for Honest Burgers, Oli Cavaliero. In this episode of Timothy Put...

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…