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Fight Night where Hospitality professionals take up their gloves in the name of charity. In the build up to the 16th March, we meet some of the fighters giving it their all over 12 weeks of training. Today we meet Sous Chef George, who explains why he got involved. #hospitalityaction #fightnight #talkinghospitality #hospitality #boxing

Day 15 of 31 celebrates Lisa Carey, who joined Talking Hospitality to speak about the work of Open Kitchens at a time when communities across the UK needed urgent support. Her episode was a powerful reminder that hospitality is not just about service in the commercial sense, but about people, care and what this industry can do when it comes together for something bigger. Lisa helped shine a light on the role hospitality can play in tackling food poverty and supporting communities, and that message still matters. #foodpoverty #IWD2026 #womeninhospitality #talkinghospitality #hospitality #podcast

Fight Night where Hospitality professionals take up their gloves in the name of charity. In the build up to the 16th March, we meet some of the fighters giving it their all over 12 weeks of training. Today we meet street food entrepreneur Sebastian Lambot, who explains why he got involved. #hospitalityaction #fightnight #talkinghospitality #hospitality #boxing

Fight Night where Hospitality professionals take up their gloves in the name of charity. In the build up to the 16th March, we meet some of the fighters giving it their all over 12 weeks of training. Today we meet General Manager of The Tavistock Hotel, Adem Duran, who explains why he got involved. #hospitalityaction #fightnight #talkinghospitality #hospitality #boxing

Day 14 of 31 celebrates Pookie Tredell, who brought creativity, warmth and a real sense of joy to Talking Hospitality. Best known to many as MasterChef UK 2022 runner-up, Pookie has continued to build her profile as a chef and content creator describing herself as a “Chef & Traveller” and her more recent public posts showing that food, travel and storytelling remain central to her world. What stands out about Pookie is that she represents the kind of hospitality that feels generous and imaginative at the same time. Her voice on the platform was a reminder that food is not just about technique, but about personality, culture and the confidence to do things in your own way. #IWD2026 #womeninhospitality #talkinghospitality #Masterchef #podcast #hospitality

Fight Night where Hospitality professionals take up their gloves in the name of charity. In the build up to the 16th March, we meet some of the fighters giving it their all over 12 weeks of training. Today we meet power couple Anthea and Sebastian G who explains why they got involved. #hospitalityaction #fightnight #talkinghospitality #hospitality #boxing

Meet The Fighters | Kasia Sadowska #shorts #sports #podcast Fight Night where Hospitality professionals take up their gloves in the name of charity. In the build up to the 16th March, we meet some of the fighters giving it their all over 12 weeks of training. Today we meet "Kasia The Basher" who explains why she got involved. Welcome to another episode of Meet The Fighters, the series where we introduce the athletes behind the fights and share the stories that drive them to compete at the highest level. In this episode, we shine the spotlight on Kasia Sadowska, a dedicated and determined fighter who continues to make her mark in the world of combat sports. Every fighter has a journey, and Kasia’s path is built on discipline, hard work, and an unbreakable mindset. From early training sessions to stepping into the ring, her story reflects the commitment required to succeed in one of the most demanding sports in the world. In this video, we take a closer look at her background, her mo…

Day 13 of 31 of highlighting the women of Talking Hospitality, celebrates Paramjit Nagra, whose appearance was a reminder that some of the best ideas in hospitality do not come from following the rules, but from being brave enough to back something different. As co-founder of Crazy Gin, she has helped build a brand that blends British and Indian identity through flavour, story and design, with the business going on to secure listings in Harvey Nichols and Michelin-starred venues. What stands out about Paramjit is that she has not just built a product, but a point of view. Her work shows how culture, heritage and originality can create something commercially strong and genuinely memorable, which is exactly why voices like hers matter in hospitality. #talkinghospitality #womeninhospitality #podcast #AuthenticFlavors #Gin #InternationalWomensDay #crazygin

Fight Night where Hospitality professionals take up their gloves in the name of charity. In the build up to the 16th March, we meet some of the fighters giving it their all over 12 weeks of training. Today we meet Visar Quqalla who explains why he is involved. Paul Gilley FIH Hospitality Action #hospitalityaction #fightnight #talkinghospitality #hospitality #boxing

Day 12 of 31 celebrates Sally Beck, one of hospitality’s most respected leaders and a brilliant example of calm, credible leadership in action. Still leading Royal Lancaster London, Sally continues to shape important conversations around people, wellbeing, recruitment and retention, while setting the standard for what strong hotel leadership looks like. #talkinghospitality #womeninhospitality #podcast #HospitalityCareers #InspirationalWomen #HotelManagement

Fight Night where Hospitality professionals take up their gloves in the name of charity. In the build up to the 16th March, we meet some of the fighters giving it their all over 12 weeks of training. Today we meet Jacob who explains why he got involved. #hospitalityaction #fightnight #talkinghospitality #hospitality #boxing

Navigating the 'gray area' of drinking can feel like a daily struggle. Day 11 of 31 celebrates Lynne Maltman, who appeared on Talking Hospitality speaking about the OYNB 90 Day Challenge and the power of choosing sobriety in hospitality. Since then, her work appears to have broadened into music, mental health and partnerships, while still reflecting the same honesty and advocacy that made her episode so powerful. She has helped show that changing your relationship with alcohol can open the door to wider purpose, healthier leadership and a different kind of impact. #talkinghospitality #womeninhospitality #podcast #MindfulDrinking #SoberCurious #PersonalGrowth

Why are Hospitality Professionals Taking Up Boxing? Paul Gilley, Founder of Fight Night and the Hospitality Festival explains #talkinghospitality #hospitalityaction #podcast #HospitalityIndustry

For day 10 of 31, we’re celebrating Jane Pendlebury, who joined Talking Hospitality back in season 1 and has continued to be a respected voice in the sector. Jane remains CEO of HOSPA, where she has helped keep the conversation moving around professional development, hotel performance, leadership and the commercial realities facing hospitality businesses, while continuing to play a visible role in HOSPACE and wider industry events. She represents the kind of leadership our industry needs more of: informed, steady and focused on helping hospitality people and businesses move forward. #talkinghospitality #womeninhospitality #podcast #HospitalityIndustry #CareerGrowth #InternationalWomensDay

This bonus episode of Talking Hospitality is recorded live at Confex in London and shines a light on an unusual but powerful initiative bringing the industry together. Timothy R Andrews sits down with Paul Gilley, founder of the London Hospitality Festival, to discuss Hospitality Fight Night — an event that takes hospitality professionals with no boxing experience and puts them through a 12-week training journey before stepping into the ring in front of hundreds of industry peers. But this event isn’t really about boxing. It’s about resilience, wellbeing, confidence and community. Participants train together, build friendships and challenge themselves in ways many never expected. The evening itself becomes a celebration of the industry, with leaders and colleagues gathering to support the fighters and raise funds for Hospitality Action, the charity that supports hospitality workers in times of crisis. Paul also shares the wider story behind the London Hospitality Festival — an…

This bonus episode of Talking Hospitality is recorded live at Confex in London and shines a light on an unusual but powerful initiative bringing the industry together. Timothy R Andrews sits down with Paul Gilley, founder of the London Hospitality Festival, to discuss Hospitality Fight Night — an event that takes hospitality professionals with no boxing experience and puts them through a 12-week training journey before stepping into the ring in front of hundreds of industry peers. But this event isn’t really about boxing. It’s about resilience, wellbeing, confidence and community. Participants train together, build friendships and challenge themselves in ways many never expected. The evening itself becomes a celebration of the industry, with leaders and colleagues gathering to support the fighters and raise funds for Hospitality Action, the charity that supports hospitality workers in times of crisis. Paul also shares the wider story behind the London Hospitality Festival — an eve…

Day 9 of 31 Celebrating Women In Hospitality: Shell Righini Shell Righini has used her voice to open up an important conversation around sobriety in hospitality and the reality of building a career in an industry where alcohol is so often normalised. Through her sober work, she has shown that choosing a different path does not mean stepping away from hospitality, but helping shape a healthier version of it. Her honesty, advocacy and lived experience are making space for others to feel seen, supported and less alone. #talkinghospitality #womeninhospitality #podcast #Sobriety #HealthAwareness #werecoverloudly #TomKerridge

Celebrating 31 Days of Women in Talking Hospitality for International Women's Day! For day 8 we’re celebrating Lucy Grant-Evans from Electric Mayonnaise, who brought real insight to Talking Hospitality through her experience across operations, learning and development, and hospitality careers. Now Head of Operations at Electric Mayonnaise, Lucy has continued helping hospitality businesses build stronger future leaders through apprenticeships and development programmes that are practical, people-focused and rooted in the reality of the industry. She represents the kind of women shaping hospitality in a meaningful way: not just talking about progression, but helping make it happen. (Electric Mayonnaise) Supporting passionate hospitality professionals and bridging leadership skill gaps. #talkinghospitality #womeninhospitality #podcast #LeadershipDevelopment #HospitalityCareers #EmpowerWomen

Celebrating 31 days of women in hospitality for International Women's Day! Day 7 and we feature Dawn Burton Co-Founder of the Caribbean Food Collective. Here, she talks about how after meeting other founder Marsha Bennett the Collective was formed, and why. #talkinghospitality #womeninhospitality #podcast #FoodBusiness #CaribbeanFoodCollective #HospitalityIndustry

Celebrating The Women of Talking Hospitality. Day 6 of 31. The hugely charismatic Akashia Carswell Founder of London Talent and HiveCru shares her first days in hospitality and how she had to prove herself against men. #talkinghospitality #womeninhospitality #podcast #HospitalityIndustry #CareerJourney #WomenInBusiness

Women In Hospitality | Tracey Rashid #shorts #podcast #hospitality Day 5 of 31 Celebrating Women In Hospitality. Of course no list would be complete with our queen of the show Tracey Rashid. Stepping in from Season 3, Tracey has shared her insights as an entrepreneur, single mum and as a woman bringing a fresh feel and new perspectives to the show. In this clip she shares a special moment from season 4. Women In Hospitality | Tracey Rashid The hospitality industry is fast-paced, competitive, and constantly evolving—but women are increasingly stepping into leadership roles and reshaping the future of the sector. In this video, we explore the inspiring story and insights of Tracey Rashid and discuss the growing impact of women in hospitality. From leadership and entrepreneurship to career growth and overcoming industry challenges, this conversation highlights what it really takes to succeed in the hospitality world today. Whether you're starting a career in hospitality, managing a h…

Day 4 of 31: Women in Hospitality: Jill Whittaker OBE Executive Chair of HIT Training. Jill is a powerhouse for our industry, creating opportunites and fresh starts for people across the sector. #talkinghospitality #womeninhospitality #podcast #HospitalityJobs #Recruitment #CareerAdvice #HITtraining

Day 3 of Celebrating Women. In our now legendary 3 part mini series on mental health, Susan Grandfield Transformation Coach shared ways in which people struggling in Lockdown could cope. Her wise words still stand true today. #talkinghospitality #womeninhospitality #podcast #MentalHealthAwareness #Mindfulness #SelfCare

Celebrating 31 Days of Women in Talking Hospitality for International Women's Day. Day 2 and we throw back to our first ever guest Kemi Akinola CEO of the charities Be Enriched and Brixton People's Kitchen, focusing on tackling food insecurity and social exclusion in London. She reveals some very interesting facts about why not having money doesn't mean scrimping on quality. #talkinghospitality #womeninhospitality #podcast #FoodInclusion #internationalwomensday #CommunitySupport#CharityWork