Women In Hospitality Podcast

How do you actually write your first book — and more importantly, finish it?In this episode of Talking Hospitality, we explore what it really takes to move from idea to a completed book. This isn’t about waiting for inspiration or having the perfect concept. It’s about structure, discipline and…

This episode explores why hospitality continues to lose people, skills and funding — and what can actually be done about it. Timothy R Andrews is joined by Vicky Glover , Founder of Appetite 4 Apprenticeships , for a clear, p...

What does leadership look like when you’re raising children on your own, running a business, and carrying responsibilities that don’t switch off at 5pm? In this episode, Dawn Lawrence, Founder and CEO of Hospitality Jobs UK, ...

In this very special audio-only bonus edition of Talking Hospitality (you won’t find it on YouTube), host Timothy R Andrews is joined once again by Tracey Rashid , returning to the mic for an inspiring conversation with Mex I...

What does it mean to reconnect with your culture through food — and why are so many people in hospitality paying attention to Sri Lankan cuisine right now? In this episode, we speak with Ranji Thangiah , co-founder of the Sri...

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 ...

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...

Episode 43, Season 4 of Talking Hospitality marks a significant transition as we bid a heartfelt farewell to Sarah Kettel, the original host and founder, who has been an integral part of the podcast for 32 episodes across fou...

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...

In an enlightening discussion on the empowerment of women in the hospitality sector, this episode of Talking Hospitality features a live recording from Lakefield Hospitality College in North West London, where we engage with ...

In this special episode, we’re joined by Dawn Burton — speaker, entrepreneur, founder of Carol Burton Caterers , co-founder of the Caribbean Food Collective , and creator of the UK Caribbean Food Awards . Dawn shares her stor...

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…

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…

Today, CEO and founder of award-winning Hospitality and professional training and apprenticeship provider Umbrella Training, Adele Oxberry joins hosts Timothy R Andrews and Sarah Kettel to talk about her journey into Hospitality and how she is on a mission to fix the industry!In this wonderfully in…

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…

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 …

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…

We’re back with our latest episode. So grab a cuppa and hear our latest inspirational Hospitality guest, Jane Pendlebury CEO at HOSPA. In this episode of Timothy Put The Kettel On, find out about Jane’s hospitality journey, h...

Put the kettle on, grab a cuppa and catch up with our latest inspirational hospitality podcast with special guests Joanne Taylor-Stagg FIH MI (The Athenaeum Hotel & Residences) & Dr Hilary Cooke FIH MI (Merlin Consultancy) as...

Happy Chinese New Year everybody!As we enter the year of the Ox, we talk to the highly inspirational and ground breaking Sally Beck, founder and board member of the Hoteliers' Charter and General Manager of the Royal Lancaster London hotel.In todays funny and stimulating episode we hear about Sally…

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…

What do a horse and cart and a double decker bus have in common? Did peoples eating habits change as a result of lockdown? Worried about your job and need help? Find out all this and more when hospitality experts Sarah Kettel and Timothy R Andrews continue their quest for inspirational stories comi…