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Feb. 13, 2024

Timothy, Wave the Kettel off

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...

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Feb. 6, 2024

How To Make Your Hospitality Business More Sustainable

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...

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Jan. 23, 2024

How To Turn A One Person Business Into Several Businesses

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...

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Jan. 16, 2024

What Can We Learn From Drag Queens?

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...

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Dec. 25, 2023

Unwrap the Magic: Christmas Memories and Secrets from Santa

Join Tracey Rashid and Timothy R. Andrews for a festive celebration of Christmas in a special episode featuring a host of Santas from around the world. The holiday spirit shines brightly in this special Christmas episode of T...

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Dec. 20, 2023

Can Migrants Make A Successful Business?

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 Todiwala's inspiring journey in the hospitality industry.

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Dec. 12, 2023

Why Go On TV & What Happens After? - A Masterchef Special

Dive into a captivating conversation with MasterChef stars and discover the heart of culinary passion and innovation. Join us in this special episode where we explore the journeys, challenges, and triumphs of these culinary artists.

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Dec. 6, 2023

Empowering Women in Hospitality: Insights from Lakefield College

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 Frankie Strinati. The college, founded in 1962 with the explicit aim of…

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Nov. 28, 2023

When Talking Hospitality Meets Hospitality Meets...

Ever wondered how storytelling can transform the hospitality industry? Join us in this enlightening episode with Phil Street, where we explore the art of narrative in shaping careers and changing perceptions. Dive into the wo...

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Nov. 18, 2023

Why Men in Hospitality Don’t Talk About Mental Health — and How We Ch…

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 make it happen.

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Oct. 25, 2023

What’s Driving the Rise of Caribbean Cuisine in the UK?

Caribbean food is one of the UK’s fastest-growing cuisines — but until recently, its chefs and entrepreneurs had little visibility or recognition. In this special episode of Talking Hospitality, we sit down with Dawn Burton, founder of Carriburton Caterers, co-founder of the Caribbean Food Colle…

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July 26, 2023

Is Hospitality Racist?

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 ind…

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July 19, 2023

How Can You Recruit In Hospitality With Ways That Work?

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...

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July 12, 2023

How To Address Alcohol Addiction In Hospitality

Why is alcohol abuse still the norm in hospitality? Shell Righini joins us to challenge stigma, share her recovery story, and offer hope and solutions.

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July 5, 2023

Apprenticeships & The Recruitment Crisis

This episode focuses on recruitment, perception and the future of hospitality, through the lens of apprenticeships and long-term career pathways.

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June 28, 2023

Movies & Giving People A Reason To Get Up In The Morning

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 it's head.Mike shares...

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June 21, 2023

Would You Know How to Support a Trans Colleague?

In this deeply honest episode, Che Young (formerly Che Barnes) shares her personal journey as a trans woman navigating the hospitality industry. From gender identity to workplace inclusion, we discuss what true allyship looks like and why creating safe, supportive spaces is everyone’s responsibilit…

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June 14, 2023

What Are The Pros & Cons of Being Self-Employed?

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 shares the pros and cons of working for yourself.

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June 7, 2023

Why Targeting The Under 30s Is Key To Solving Hospitality's Recruitme…

Mark McCulloch from Hospitality Rising discusses with co-hosts Timothy R Andrews & 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...

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May 31, 2023

How To Recruit Chefs & Keep Them

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 hiring and keeping good...

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May 24, 2023

Apprenticeships Are Not Just For Young People

The episode features a captivating dialogue with Jill Whittaker OBE FCA, a distinguished figure in the hospitality sector and the leader of HIT Training, a company dedicated to enhancing skills within the industry.

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Dec. 19, 2022

Christmas Special 2022

After a break of over a year, Timothy R. Andrews and Sarah Kettel reunite for this very special Christmas episode of 2022.We catch up with our co-hosts to find out what's been happening in their lives since we last heard from them. We find out why...

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July 1, 2021

Mentoring The Hospitality Industry

Find out how our guest connected Hospitality professionals across the world to people of all levels in their careers to help mentor and support people in their careers. If you haven't heard about this, then perhaps now you should! James Lemon speaks...

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June 24, 2021

Putting Hospitality People Together

You think you know the hospitality industry? Think again. This episode with Jane Pendlebury peels back the curtain on what it really takes to thrive—challenges, opportunities, and even the odd cup of tea. Dive in! In Episode 20 of Season 2 of Talking Hospitality, hosts Timothy R. Andrews and…

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