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The Ghost of Jerry Thomas Has Notes | AI, Dale DeGroff & the Future of Cocktails Mark and Francis attempt the impossible: an interview with Jerry Thomas, the 19th-century bartending legend who helped write the book on American cocktails. With help from AI and a performance by cocktail icon Dale DeGroff, Jerry returns to judge the modern bar, defend showmanship, and remind bartenders that the guest still comes first.Why This Episode MattersJerry Thomas is one of the founding figures of American cocktail culture, and his influence still runs through modern bars.This episode uses AI as a creative tool, not a shortcut, pairing the technology with Dale DeGroff's voice and deep cocktail authority.“Jerry” has strong opinions about today's bar world: better ice, better vermouth, more care, but also too much ego, smoke, and overcomplication.The conversation lands on a timeless hospitality truth: a great drink is not just what's in the glass; it's how the guest feels.It is strange, funny, historically rooted, and exactly the kind of thing that could only happen on The Restaurant Guys.The ConversationJerry Thomas, imagined through AI and voiced by Dale DeGroff, returns from the great beyond to take a look at the modern cocktail world. He is pleased to see bartenders caring again about ice, vermouth, technique, and classic recipes. He is less impressed by drinks built for cameras, fog machines, and bartender ego. His verdict is sharp: effort is not the same as excellence.The conversation moves through showmanship, simplicity, cocktail books, bottled cocktails, with Jerry drawing a clear line between theater that serves the guest and performance that gets in the way. For all the novelty of the premise, the message is pure hospitality. It's not just about the drink, but about how someone feels at your bar. Timestamps0:00 The Restaurant Guys bring Jerry Thomas back from the great beyond2:15 Ego, excess, and why “arrogance is not flavor”3:30 Showmanship, simplicity, and drinks made for the camera5:00 Bottled cocktails, zero-proof drinks and Jerry's final word on hospitalityFeatured GuestJerry Thomas was one of the most influential figures in American bartending, remembered for his theatrical presence behind the bar and his landmark cocktail books. In this special episode, he is imagined through AI and voiced by Dale DeGroff, one of the modern cocktail world's most important figures.Our PlacesStage Left Steakhttps://www.stageleft.com/Catherine Lombardi Restauranthttps://www.catherinelombardi.com/Stage Left Wineshophttps://www.stageleftwineshop.com/Reach Out to The Guys!TheGuys@restaurantguyspodcast.com

This is a Vintage episode from 2006.Julie Powell joins Mark Pascal and Francis Schott to talk about Julie & Julia, her year cooking 524 Julia Child recipes, and how a personal blog became a book before food blogging was a career path.Why This Episode MattersJulie Powell captured an early moment in food blogging, before the form became mainstream.The interview took place before Julie & Julia became a movie, so the conversation is rooted in the original book and blog.Julie explains why Julia Child's ambition, late start, and seriousness about cooking spoke to her.Mark and Francis challenge Julie on her controversial New York Times op-ed about greenmarkets, organic food, and privilege.The episode connects cooking to reinvention, marriage, class, and the messy business of trying to change your life.The ConversationJulie Powell explains that the project began as a response to turning 30 and feeling stuck in her job and life. Mark and Francis connect immediately with the vivid, slightly dangerous pleasure in her food writing, especially her description of beef marrow as rich, intense, and “like eating life.” Julia Child appealed to Julie not because the recipes were easy, but because they were hard and worth doing. She also found inspiration in Julia's own late start, since Child did not become “Julia Child” until well into adulthood.The blog began in 2002 at her husband's suggestion, when Julie says she barely knew what a blog was. What started as a personal challenge became a memoir about cooking, ambition, marriage, and reinvention. Julie is clear that Julie & Julia is not a cookbook; food is the route into a larger story about choosing something difficult and committing to it.The conversation also digs into Julie's New York Times op-ed on greenmarkets and organic food. Mark and Francis disagree with parts of her argument, but Julie explains that her real concern was judgment toward people who lack the money, time, or access to buy ideal ingredients. The debate lands on a shared point: good food should not be a privilege reserved for people who can afford it.Timestamps0:50 - Introducing Julie Powell and Julie & Julia2:30 - Why she cooked 524 Julia Child recipes in one year5:00 - Cooking after work, late dinners, and expensive ingredients6:45 - From personal blog to published book9:30 - he greenmarket debate and food privilege16:00 - Marriage, chaos, and life after the project18:00 - Mark and Francis reflect on Julie, Julia Child, and the op-ed debate BioJulie Powell was the author of Julie & Julia: My Year of Cooking Dangerously, based on her blog about cooking every recipe in Julia Child's Mastering the Art of French Cooking. The book was later adapted into the film Julie & Julia.InfoBook: Julie & Julia: My Year of Cooking DangerouslyOriginal inspiration: Julia Child's Mastering the Art of French CookingSubscribe: Restaurant Guys' Regularhttps://restaurantguysregulars.buzzsprout.com/Magyar Bankhttps://www.magbank.com/Stage Left Wine Shophttps://www.stageleftwineshop.com/Our PlacesStage Left Steakhttps://www.stageleft.com/Catherine Lombardi Restauranthttps://www.catherinelombardi.com/Stage Left Wineshophttps://www.stageleftwineshop.com/Reach Out to The Guys!TheGuys@restaurantguyspodcast.com

On a very Star Wars centric episode, the Regular Joe's start off with their usual round of Random Topics including the upcoming Wonderfest convention in Louisville KY. Then, Dave and Barry share their thought on the first new Star Wars movie in seven years to make it to the big screen, The Mandalorian and Grogu. Did it meet their expectations like a pair of proton torpedoes hitting a 2-meter thermal exhaust port or just impact on the surface (hey…if you know, you know). There's also a round of What's in the box with a few highly anticipated items finally joining their collections. Dont forget to check out this weeks sponsors, Fanboy Collectibles, Danger Island Models and From Dave's Workshop, links in the description below. As always, thanks for watching and listening! Links: Fanboy Collectibles - https://www.fanboycollectibles.com Danger Island Models - https://dangerislandmodels.com From Dave's Workshop - https://www.fromdavesworkshop.com Land the Galileo Store - https://land-the-shuttlecraft-galileo.backerkit.com/hosted_preorders Reach Out: e-mail: podcast@regularjoes.com Voice Message: 413-475-1650 Text Message: 413-422-0004 Leave us a review on iTunes or Spotify

Episode 267- Shared Infrastructure Games and Bus Time to deep dive the new hotness... from 1999.  In this episode we do a deep dive on Splotter's first major hit Bus and discuss other shared infrastructure games.  Why are we drawn to these crowded, brutal logistics puzzles?   Timestamps   3:00- shared infrastructure games 32:00- Bus deep dive   Other Games Mentioned Barrage, Brass Birmingham, Medina, Keyflower, Food Chain Magnate   Preplanners Geekway to the West 2026 recap is coming soon!  Also, Paul is going to take us through a tier list of his favorite designer: Phil Walker Harding!   Music and Sound Credits Thank you to Hembree for our intro and outro music from their song Reach Out. You can listen to the full song on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gQuuRPfOyMw&list=TLGGFNH7VEDPgwgyNTA4MjAyMQ&t=3s You can find more information about Hembree at https://www.hembreemusic.com/.  Thank you to Flash Floods for use of their song Palm of Your Hand as a sting from their album Halfway to Anywhere: https://open.spotify.com/album/2fE6LrqzNDKPYWyS5evh3K?si=CCjdAGmeSnOOEui6aV3_nA Intermission Music: music elevator ext part 1/3 by Jay_You -- https://freesound.org/s/467243/ -- License: Attribution 4.0 Bell with Crows by MKzing -- https://freesound.org/s/474266/ -- License: Creative Commons 0 hammer v2.wav by blukotek -- https://freesound.org/s/337815/ -- License: Creative Commons 0   Contact Follow and reach us on social media on Bluesky @decisionspace.bsky.social. If you prefer email, then hit us up at decisionspa@gmail.com. This information is all available along with episodes at our new website decisionspacepodcast.com. Byeee!

When a husband thinks it's a nightmare....and a wife thinks it's a dream...who wins?  God, that's who!  Today you'll meet Lori Birckhead, an amazing woman with an amazing story to tell.  I'm so thankful that she agreed to do the interview...she's slightly busy...you'll see why.Reach Out to Me:Website: www.dontignorethenudge.comPatreon: www.patreon.com/dontignorethenudgeIG: @dontignorethenudgepodcastPrivate FB group to WATCH interviews: www.dontignorethenudge.com/facebook__________________________________________________________________________________________Business/Personal Coaching with Cori:www.corifreeman.com(951) 923-2674Reach out to  Lori Birckhead:Website: https://www.byfaithfarm.com/

This week, the Regular Joe's are joined by the Irregular Joes / semi regular co-hosts Brian Mix and Derryl DePriest to celebrate the Podcasts milestone 13 year anniversary. Yes, thats right…13 years and 620 episodes…and we still havent run out things to talk about…or maybe we did 12 years ago but we kept going anyway! On a Random Topics filled show, we touch on the upcoming Wonderfest model making convention that Dave, Barry and Brian will be attending, the latest with the "Land the Galileo Shuttlecraft" kickstarter project. Derryl makes the official announcement of the big GI Joe Real American Hero toy auction coming up through Heritage auction featuring items from the Derryl DePriest collection, if you are a collector of that toy line you will not want to miss it! The guys also share their expectations for the Mandalorian and Grogu movie and more. There's also a round of What's in the Box. 13 years is no small achievement in the world of Podcasting. Thanks to all of our listeners and viewers who have taken this ride with us! Links: Fanboy Collectibles - https://www.fanboycollectibles.com Danger Island Models - https://dangerislandmodels.com From Dave's Workshop - https://www.fromdavesworkshop.com Land the Galileo Store - https://land-the-shuttlecraft-galileo.backerkit.com/hosted_preorders Reach Out: e-mail: podcast@regularjoes.com Voice Message: 413-475-1650 Text Message: 413-422-0004 Leave us a review on iTunes or Spotify

This is a Vintage episode from 2006George Motz joins The Restaurant Guys to talk about Hamburger America, his documentary celebrating eight beloved burger institutions and the regional traditions, family pride, old grease, beef, and stubborn conviction that make them more than just places to eat. Why This Episode MattersBefore smashburgers became trendy and before Hamburger America became a restaurant, George Motz was documenting regional burger culture across the United StatesThis episode captures an early moment in America's burger renaissance, when great roadside burger stands still felt local, handmade, and deeply tied to placeGeorge explains why the hamburger is both a food story and an American storyThe conversation explores butter burgers, steamed cheeseburgers, old grease, grass-fed beef, and the fierce convictions of great burger makersThe Guys debate what makes a real hamburger…and why foie gras burgers might actually be meatloafThe BanterMark Pascal and Francis Schott discuss New York City's crackdown on sous vide cooking and debate whether the health department should regulate emerging cooking techniques before banning them outright. On advice of imaginary counsel, Mark will not be offering any home sous vide instructions. The ConversationGeorge Motz joins The Restaurant Guys to discuss his documentary Hamburger America, a film exploring eight legendary burger restaurants across the United States.What begins as a conversation about hamburgers quickly becomes a broader discussion about regional identity, family businesses, roadside Americana, and the passionate people preserving classic burger traditions. George explains the strict criteria he used to select restaurants for the film, including fresh beef, decades of continuous operation, and a story worth telling. Along the way, the conversation moves through Oklahoma longhorn burgers, Wisconsin butter burgers, steamed cheeseburgers, the legendary grease at Dyer's in Memphis, Louis' Lunch in New Haven, which claims to have invented the hamburger sandwich, and Chicago's Billy Goat Tavern, where burger lore became part of American pop culture. More than a discussion about hamburgers, the episode becomes a celebration of old-school American food culture and the fiercely independent restaurants that helped define it.BioGeorge Motz is a filmmaker, burger historian, author, and television personality best known for his documentary Hamburger America. He later became one of the country's leading authorities on regional American hamburgers and opened the restaurant Hamburger America in New York City.InfoHamburger America documentaryGeorge Motz https://www.hamburgeramerica.com/On Friday, May 22 we'll be celebrating our 34th Anniversary with a 34 Bottle Walk Around Tasting. Join us!https://www.stageleft.com/event/52226-34th-anniversary-party-ft-34-bottle-wine-spirits-tasting/ Subscribe: Restaurant Guys' Regularhttps://restaurantguysregulars.buzzsprout.com/Magyar Bankhttps://www.magbank.com/Stage Left Wine Shophttps://www.stageleftwineshop.com/Our PlacesStage Left Steakhttps://www.stageleft.com/Catherine Lombardi Restauranthttps://www.catherinelombardi.com/Stage Left Wineshophttps://www.stageleftwineshop.com/Reach Out to The Guys!TheGuys@restaurantguyspodcast.com

Episode 266- Storytelling with Cole Wehrle Big day here for Pete.  In this episode he chats one on one with Cole Wehrle from Buried Giant Studios.  They talk a lot about player agency, emergent storytelling, and what it's like the make and play long, heavy games.     Timestamps 1:00- how Cole thinks about making games 18:45- storytelling in games 40:00- long heavy games 49:30- agency and fairness 59:20- fun 1:04:30- learning rules 1:14:00- designing historical games   Games Mentioned Oath, Root, Arcs, John Company   Preplanners Next week we are doing a deep dive on Bus!   Music and Sound Credits Thank you to Hembree for our intro and outro music from their song Reach Out. You can listen to the full song on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gQuuRPfOyMw&list=TLGGFNH7VEDPgwgyNTA4MjAyMQ&t=3s You can find more information about Hembree at https://www.hembreemusic.com/.  Thank you to Flash Floods for use of their song Palm of Your Hand as a sting from their album Halfway to Anywhere: https://open.spotify.com/album/2fE6LrqzNDKPYWyS5evh3K?si=CCjdAGmeSnOOEui6aV3_nA Intermission Music: music elevator ext part 1/3 by Jay_You -- https://freesound.org/s/467243/ -- License: Attribution 4.0 Bell with Crows by MKzing -- https://freesound.org/s/474266/ -- License: Creative Commons 0 hammer v2.wav by blukotek -- https://freesound.org/s/337815/ -- License: Creative Commons 0   Contact Follow and reach us on social media on Bluesky @decisionspace.bsky.social. If you prefer email, then hit us up at decisionspa@gmail.com. This information is all available along with episodes at our new website decisionspacepodcast.com. Byeee!

Most people think relationships are hard because they haven't found the right person yet.But what if relationships feel hard because of the way we've been taught to love?In this episode, Kate dives into the deeper truth about why relationships can feel exhausting, confusing, triggering and painful…even when there's love.Because most women were never taught how to be in a relationship from safety, wholeness and alignment within.And that's what makes relationships feel so hard.This episode is an invitation to understand the unconscious patterns, fears and protective strategies that create struggle in relationships and what becomes possible when you stop abandoning yourself in the process of trying to be loved.If you've ever felt anxious in love, afraid of rejection, emotionally exhausted from overgiving, or frustrated that relationships feel heavier than they should…this conversation will deeply resonate.In this episode:The #1 thing that makes relationships feel so difficultWhy love becomes hard when you abandon yourselfThe unconscious relationship patterns most women are stuck inHow fear, control and hypervigilance block intimacyWhy healthy love can initially feel unfamiliar or even “boring”The difference between attachment and true intimacyWhat happens when women stop performing and start relating from truthHow to create relationships that feel safe, nourishing and aliveThis episode will help you understand that relationships were never meant to feel like constant anxiety, confusion or emotional survival.Healthy love feels different than what most of us were taught.And it starts with the relationship you have with yourself.Reach Out: https://www.theunscriptdwoman.com/About the Host:Kate Harlow is the founder of The Unscriptd Woman, the creator of The Expanded Love Coaching Method, and host of The New Truth podcast - ranked in the top 1.5% globally. With over 15 years of experience teaching, coaching and facilitating transformational retreats worldwide, Kate has helped hundreds of thousands of women break free from outdated relational patterns, old patriarchal ways of thinking and unspoken rules to live by. Her infallible methods guide women to release the deeply ingrained scripts that keep them stuck- empowering women to step into their highest, most magnetic, and fully expressed selves. Through her coaching, retreats, podcast and upcoming book The Unscriptd Woman, Kate is redefining what it means to be an empowered woman in today's world, showing women how to stop waiting for permission and start creating a life and love that aligns with their deepest truth. Known for her rare ability to see exactly where women are out of alignment with themselves, Kate offers a path back to unwavering self- trust, meaningful joy and true fulfillment. Her work is a revolution - one that liberates women from societal expectations and invites them into a life of radical authenticity, thriving relationships and unshakable self-worth. Website: https://www.theunscriptdwoman.com/Thanks for listening! It means so much to us that you listened to our podcast! If you would like to continue the conversation with us, head on over to our Facebook group, the New Truth Movement at https://www.facebook.com/groups/209821843509179/With this podcast, we are building an international community of The New Truth Movement.If you know someone who would benefit from this message or could be an awesome addition to our community, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode?Leave a note in the comment section below!Follow the podcast If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can follow the podcast app on your mobile device.Leave us a reviewWe appreciate every bit of feedback to make this a value-adding part of your day. Ratings and reviews from our listeners not only help us improve, but also help others find us in their podcast app. If you have a minute, an honest review on Apple Podcasts goes a long way! Thank You! Podcast Artwork Photo Credit: Photo by Tarja Ruuska https://www.instagram.com/tarjaruuska.photographyRoyalty Free Music: Bensound.com Artist/: Benjamin Tissot License code: 2S4NM4X7FZVPZP1E

Chef David Burke joins Mark and Francis at the New Jersey Wine & Food Festival for a conversation about Jersey dining, restaurant ambition, early kitchen life, and the creative ideas that become a chef's signature.Why This Episode MattersDavid Burke's career runs through New Jersey, New York City, and a national restaurant footprint, but this conversation brings him back to the Jersey roots that shaped him.David, Mark, and Francis dig into the business realities behind restaurant growth, especially real estate, rising costs, payroll, and the value of owning the building.The episode looks at how New Jersey dining has changed, from quiet weeknights and liquor-license hurdles to a stronger local restaurant culture.David's early kitchen stories capture a version of restaurant life that was chaotic, skilled, rough around the edges, and completely captivating.The conversation shows how a signature dish is born: part imagination, part logistics, part stubbornness, and part “somebody please build me the thing.”BanterMark and Francis open with lab-grown cocoa, chocolate anxiety, and the future of a world where even dessert may need a science department. Mark then shares a Lower East Side fried chicken quest that very much did not lead to fried chicken — a classic Restaurant Guys situation involving food curiosity, one neon rooster, and the internet saving him from a very different afternoon.The ConversationDavid Burke joins Mark and Francis at the New Jersey Wine & Food Festival, where they start by noting that after 20 years of the podcast, David is somehow only now making his first appearance. David talks about running ten restaurants, the ambition that keeps chefs saying yes to new opportunities, and why New Jersey became an important part of his restaurant life after years in New York.The conversation turns to real estate, rising costs, early dining, and the business advantage of owning the building, something they all see as central to long-term restaurant survival. David also looks back on his Hazlet beginnings, from dishwashing to being dazzled by club sandwiches, sauté pans, salty line cooks, and rock stars moving through the back door.The final stretch gets into David's gift for signature dishes, especially the path from a Peking duck idea to clothesline bacon. It is a very David Burke story: big visual concept, practical headaches, custom hardware, and eventually a dish that became so recognizable people copied it around the world.Timestamps00:00 Mark and Francis open with lab-grown cocoa and a Lower East Side fried chicken misunderstanding06:30 David Burke joins them at the New Jersey Wine & Food Festival09:15 New Jersey restaurants, real estate, and the value of owning the building12:15 David's Hazlet roots and first kitchen jobs23:00 Signature dishes, clothesline bacon, and big restaurant ideas30:30 Jersey chefs, friendship, and making time outside the work grindOn Friday, May 22 we'll be celebrating our 34th Anniversary with a 34 Bottle Walk Around Tasting. Join us!https://www.stageleft.com/event/52226-34th-anniversary-party-ft-34-bottle-wine-spirits-tasting/ Subscribe: Restaurant Guys' Regularhttps://restaurantguysregulars.buzzsprout.com/Magyar Bankhttps://www.magbank.com/Stage Left Wine Shophttps://www.stageleftwineshop.com/Our PlacesStage Left Steakhttps://www.stageleft.com/Catherine Lombardi Restauranthttps://www.catherinelombardi.com/Stage Left Wineshophttps://www.stageleftwineshop.com/Reach Out to The Guys!TheGuys@restaurantguyspodcast.com

What an episode!  What a title! haha  Debbie Martis is the founder of Rebirth Homes (a place for survivors of human trafficking in California). You will learn a lot and will learn how you can help.Reach Out to Me:Website: www.dontignorethenudge.comPatreon: www.patreon.com/dontignorethenudgeIG: @dontignorethenudgepodcastPrivate FB group to WATCH interviews: www.dontignorethenudge.com/facebook__________________________________________________________________________________________Business/Personal Coaching with Cori:www.corifreeman.com(951) 923-2674Reach out to Debbie Martis:Rebirth Homes Website: https://www.rebirthhomes.com/

Black voters are starting to question everything. From “vote blue no matter who” to independent thinking, this conversation exposes political control, accountability, and the truth about power.Are Black voters finally waking up? This powerful conversation dives into politics, accountability, and why independent thinking is often attacked in the Black community. From “vote blue no matter who” to questioning both parties, this episode challenges everything you've been told about loyalty, power, and control. Are we being guided… or controlled?Enhance Your Experience with #dailyrapupcrew

In this solo episode, I share nine practical lessons for managing anxiety and depression, emphasizing the importance of connection, patience, self-kindness, and proactive strategies. Learn actionable steps to support your mental health and help others navigate their challenges. - Timestamps:  00:00 Introduction to Mental Health Challenges 02:02 Lesson 1: Reach Out for Help 05:26 Lesson 2: Be Patient in Your Journey 08:51 Lesson 3: Keep Showing Up for Yourself 11:14 Lesson 4: Recognize Your Brain's Tricks 13:37 Lesson 5: Practice Self-Kindness 15:56 Lesson 6: Resist Dogma in Mental Health 17:51 Lesson 7: Acceptance of Your Feelings 18:19 Lesson 8: Understanding and Support from Others -

We are currently in a new series as a church called "Reach Out". Reaching out to people is something we can really overcomplicate. When in reality, it starts as simple as having a conversation, asking people how they were doing, and simply beginning to look beyond ourselves. In this episode, Pastor Ben Dixon and Keri Welch discuss being active about sharing our faith, God moving through simple conversations, and getting out of our own bubble to partner with Jesus and His mission to reach others. For more info, visit https://www.benjamindixon.org. Let us know you're watching and fill out a Connect Card at https://nwcfoursquare.org/connect.

This is a Vintage episode from 2006Why This Episode MattersLong before craft beer became mainstream, Garrett Oliver was arguing that beer belonged at the fine dining tableThis 2006 conversation captures the early days of American craft brewing before the explosion of brewery culture and IPA dominanceGarrett explains why beer may pair with food better than wine — then challenges Francis to prove him wrongThe episode explores brewing philosophy, Belgian traditions, and the business pressures of growthIncludes a fascinating snapshot of how small Brooklyn Brewery still was in 2006 — despite already becoming influentialThe BanterMark Pascal and Francis Schott discuss Frank Bruni's four-star review of Jean-Georges in The New York Times and what happens when great chefs expand into restaurant empires. The conversation explores restaurant identity, and whether excellence can survive scale.The ConversationGarrett Oliver, brewmaster of Brooklyn Brewery and author of The Brewmaster's Table, joins The Restaurant Guys for a spirited conversation about the early days of American craft beer, brewing philosophy, beer aging, Belgian traditions, and pairing beer with food. Things get competitive when Oliver argues beer pairs better with food than wine — prompting Francis to challenge him to a live beer-versus-wine showdown at Stage Left. BioGarrett Oliver is the brewmaster of Brooklyn Brewery and one of the most influential figures in American craft beer. He is the author of The Brewmaster's Table: Discovering the Pleasures of Real Beer with Real Food and editor of The Oxford Companion to Beer. Oliver has received numerous honors for his contributions to brewing and beverage culture, including a James Beard Award.InfoBrooklyn Brewery https://brooklynbrewery.com/Garrett Oliver http://www.garrettoliver.net/Dale DeGroff Yanquiza Pisco Party @ Stage Left Steak, New Brunswick, NJTickets at https://www.stageleft.com/event/pisco-party-with-dale-degroff/ Subscribe: Restaurant Guys' Regularhttps://restaurantguysregulars.buzzsprout.com/Magyar Bankhttps://www.magbank.com/Stage Left Wine Shophttps://www.stageleftwineshop.com/Our PlacesStage Left Steakhttps://www.stageleft.com/Catherine Lombardi Restauranthttps://www.catherinelombardi.com/Stage Left Wineshophttps://www.stageleftwineshop.com/Reach Out to The Guys!TheGuys@restaurantguyspodcast.com

This week, the Regular Joe's take a look at two Disney+ series about men in red and black. Or one guy who wears red and black, and another who is red and black. Maul Shadow Lord, we're not supposed to call him Darth Maul anymore, gives further dimension to a Star Wars character most thought was out of the picture 27 years ago. Who knew getting bisected isn't necessarily fatal. Shadow Lord is an animated series that is clearly not for kids, but it's also clearly awesome. Daredevil Born Again's sophomore season more than corrected the numerous shortcomings of the first. It's been extremely well received by critics and fans alike, giving viewers a whole lot more of what they were looking for - unless like Barry and Dave you're looking for something a little different. There's also a rare What's on my Workbench update, and the usual random topics. Thanks for watching, and listening! Links: Fanboy Collectibles - https://www.fanboycollectibles.com From Dave's Workshop - https://www.fromdavesworkshop.com Reach Out: e-mail: podcast@regularjoes.com Voice Message: 413-475-1650 Text Message: 413-422-0004 Leave us a review on iTunes or Spotify

Episode 265- Euro Games "Euro" has been used as a descriptor for decades and it is inarguable that its meaning has changed over time.  On this episode, the hosts try to hash out what the word means today and how that differs from the "old school" design philosophy.  Also, the episode ends with an unhinged exploration of what games in the BGG top 100 could conceivably be classified as Euros.   (also just a warning, Pete's dog wouldn't shut up during the recording of this)   Timestamps 3:00- defining Euros 12:45- modern vs old school 55:00- categorizing the BGG top 100   Preplanners Next week we are doing a deep dive on Bus!   Music and Sound Credits Thank you to Hembree for our intro and outro music from their song Reach Out. You can listen to the full song on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gQuuRPfOyMw&list=TLGGFNH7VEDPgwgyNTA4MjAyMQ&t=3s You can find more information about Hembree at https://www.hembreemusic.com/.  Thank you to Flash Floods for use of their song Palm of Your Hand as a sting from their album Halfway to Anywhere: https://open.spotify.com/album/2fE6LrqzNDKPYWyS5evh3K?si=CCjdAGmeSnOOEui6aV3_nA Intermission Music: music elevator ext part 1/3 by Jay_You -- https://freesound.org/s/467243/ -- License: Attribution 4.0 Bell with Crows by MKzing -- https://freesound.org/s/474266/ -- License: Creative Commons 0 hammer v2.wav by blukotek -- https://freesound.org/s/337815/ -- License: Creative Commons 0   Contact Follow and reach us on social media on Bluesky @decisionspace.bsky.social. If you prefer email, then hit us up at decisionspa@gmail.com. This information is all available along with episodes at our new website decisionspacepodcast.com. Byeee!

These episodes of #thePOZcast, live from Transform 2026 in Las Vegas, are proudly brought to you by our friends at PIN. AI recruiting tools that automate candidate sourcing, screening, and scheduling across 850M+ profiles. Built for recruiters, agencies, and hiring teams. Learn more and check out a demo:  https://www.pin.com/book-a-demo?via=adam-posner Thanks for listening, and please follow us on Insta @NHPTalent and www.youtube.com/thePOZcast For all episodes, please check out www.thePOZcast.com TAKEAWAYS:  1. Build Three Distinct Support Communities Before You Need Them Angel's framework for navigating crisis — professional or personal — is built on three tiers: the emotional inner circle (family, closest friends, real-time updates), the logistics home team (practical help, appointments, WhatsApp coordination), and the extended internet community (prayers, encouragement, distant support). Knowing who belongs in each circle saves energy and deepens each relationship. 2. Learning to Receive Is as Important as Learning to Give When you're in crisis, people want to help — sometimes financially, sometimes practically, sometimes emotionally. Angel's experience is that the resistance to accepting generosity is real and deeply wired. Working through that resistance isn't weakness; it's a survival skill. 3. Deep Empathy for Yourself Comes Before Your Resume The most common job search mistake: starting with the resume. Angel's framework starts with a more foundational question — who are you right now, in this exact moment of your life? Your family situation, your financial runway, your emotional state, your real needs. You cannot build a purposeful job search without that honest baseline. 4. Purpose Is Not the Same as Empathy — But You Can't Get There Without It Deep empathy gives you the foundation. Purpose builds on it — it's your current state, your trajectory, your story. It's the answer to "tell me about yourself" that is honest, specific, and actually compelling. Most people skip empathy and land on a purpose that doesn't feel real — because it isn't. 5. Your Old Resume Is Actively Working Against You The resume you built for the Obama administration — or even five years ago — is not your resume today. Angel's advice: start from scratch with a modern platform that parses your actual capabilities, competencies, and skills. Don't update the old document; replace it entirely. 6. LinkedIn Is a Brand, Not a Job Board Most people treat LinkedIn as a passive repository. Angel treats it as a living brand. The formula: 24 words for role, 36 words for quantified impact, a current professional photo, a Canva-designed header, and active storytelling. Dormant profiles don't get found. Active brands do. 7. The Career Prayer Is the Most Powerful Networking Tool Available A LinkedIn post that blends personal humanity (here's where I am in my life right now), professional context (here's what I built and who I built it with), and authentic future direction (here's what I'm looking for) activates dormant networks faster than any cold outreach campaign. If it reads like AI wrote it, it won't work. If it reads like you, it will. 8. Use AI to Identify Who to Reach Out to First Download your full LinkedIn contact list. Feed it into AI along with your resume, LinkedIn profile, and clarity on what you're looking for. Ask it to identify the 20 most relevant people to reach out to — and why. This turns a vague networking intention into a targeted, prioritized outreach list in minutes. 9. The 1-4/14: Plan for 14 Months and 14 Years Simultaneously Angel's framework for living with a terminal diagnosis is a masterclass in holding two truths at once: get your affairs in order (14 months — directives, will, trustees) and commit to building a life and a legacy (14 years — purpose, impact, the people you're fighting for). Both are necessary. Neither cancels the other out. 10. Showing Up Is Its Own Act of Leadership Angel came to Transform 2026 with Stage 4 pancreatic cancer, a 2-3% five-year survival median, and more energy and generosity than almost anyone else in the building. His presence — and his willingness to share his journey publicly — is itself a form of re-inspiration for anyone going through their own version of impossible. CHAPTERS:  00:00 – Day 3 Opens With Angel Adam opens his first interview of day three with Angel Cruzado — a LinkedIn connection turned in-person meeting — and the conversation immediately goes somewhere real. 02:00 – Living With Stage 4 Pancreatic Cancer Angel shares where he is on his cancer journey, what it's like to navigate a conference when you're fighting for your life, and why he showed up anyway. 04:30 – Building Your Community for the Hard Times How a cancer diagnosis forced Angel to build three distinct support communities: the emotional inner circle, the logistics home team, and the extended internet family. 08:00 – Learning to Accept Generosity One of the most vulnerable moments in the series: Angel talks about the resistance to receiving support — financial and otherwise — and how he learned to accept it as part of surviving. 10:30 – Meet Respiros: Career Transitions with Heart Angel introduces his company — an outplacement and career transition services firm that CHROs hire to re-inspire employees through layoffs, treating them as individuals rather than headcount. 13:00 – The Job Market Right Now: Real Talk An honest assessment of the current talent market: companies have their pick, not everyone is an A player, and struggling candidates need something more than a refreshed resume. 15:30 – Step 1: Deep Empathy for Yourself Before you touch your resume, understand where you truly are as a human being. Your baseline context shapes everything that follows. 18:00 – Step 2: Purpose — Who You Are and Where You're Going The second layer: purpose. Not the same as empathy. It's your current state, your trajectory, and the story that actually means something when someone asks "tell me about yourself." 20:30 – Step 3: Build the Right Resume From Scratch Why your 8-year-old resume is working against you and the case for starting completely fresh with a modern platform. 23:00 – Step 4: LinkedIn as a Living Brand How most people are using LinkedIn wrong — and the precise framework Angel uses: 24 words for role, 36 words for quantified impact. 26:00 – The Career Prayer: Storytelling That Activates Dormant Networks Angel's most memorable concept: a LinkedIn post format that blends personal authenticity, professional context, and genuine humanity — and why it generates real job leads in ways job applications never do. 30:00 – The AI Hack for Network Activation Download your full LinkedIn contacts, feed them into AI with your resume and profile, and ask it to identify the 20 people you should reach out to first — and why. 33:00 – How to Reach Out After Years of Silence The right way to re-engage a dormant contact: not a cold ask, but a genuine, story-led post that gives people a reason to respond on their own terms. 36:00 – The 1-4/14: His Framework for Living Plan for 14 months — medical directives, will, trustees — and simultaneously plan to live for 14 years. Both are necessary. Both are acts of hope. 39:00 – His North Star: His 11-Year-Old's High School Graduation The moment that grounds everything: Angel's goal of making it to his son's graduation when the median 5-year survival rate for Stage 4 pancreatic cancer is 2-3%. 41:00 – Re-Inspiring Others Through His Own Transition Angel closes with the mission: if people who are struggling and hurting can see him still showing up, still building, maybe that re-inspires them to do the same.  

About This EpisodeRecorded in person at the New Jersey Wine & Food Festival at Crystal Springs Resort, this special episode features conversations with chefs, restaurateurs, producers and hospitality leaders shaping New Jersey's food scene.Featured GuestsMike Carino & Mike Cosenza — Mike's Pasta & Sandwich Shop Florian Wehrli — Crystal Springs Resort Jacques Torres — Jacques Torres ChocolateJeff Galen — Fossil FarmsOlivier Muller — FaubourgBryan Gregg — Blue MorelWhy This Episode MattersThis festival episode explores sourcing, craftsmanship, sustainability and hospitality through conversations with some of New Jersey's leading culinary voices.Topics include:artisan food productionindependent restaurants vs. corporate food systemsresponsible sourcing and farmingluxury dining and consumer habitscollaboration in New Jersey's restaurant communitythe importance of story, trust and hospitalityBiosMike Carino & Mike CosenzaOwners of Mike's Pasta & Sandwich Shop in Nutley, NJ, known for artisan pasta and supplying restaurants throughout the state.https://www.instagram.com/mikespastashoppe/Florian WehrliExecutive Chef overseeing Crystal Springs Resort's culinary operations, including Restaurant Latour.https://www.crystalgolfresort.com/Jacques TorresWorld-renowned pastry chef, chocolatier, and founder of Jacques Torres Chocolate.https://mrchocolate.com/ Jeff GalenExecutive Sous Chef at Fossil Farms, specializing in sustainable and exotic proteins.https://www.fossilfarms.com/Olivier MullerChef-owner of Faubourg in Montclair and Weehawken, NJ.https://www.faubourgnj.com/Bryan GreggExecutive Chef of Blue Morel at Westin Governor Morris Hotelhttps://www.bluemorel.com/Time Stamps0:00 — Welcome0:35 — Mike Carino & Mike Cosenza13:10 — Florian Wehrli & Jacques Torres36:40 — Jeff Galen42:30 — Olivier Muller52:00 — Bryan GreggSubscribe: Restaurant Guys' Regularhttps://restaurantguysregulars.buzzsprout.com/Magyar Bankhttps://www.magbank.com/Stage Left Wine Shophttps://www.stageleftwineshop.com/Our PlacesStage Left Steakhttps://www.stageleft.com/Catherine Lombardi Restauranthttps://www.catherinelombardi.com/Stage Left Wineshophttps://www.stageleftwineshop.com/Reach Out to The Guys!TheGuys@restaurantguyspodcast.com

First time I've had 2 women business owners on; AND those two business owners happen to be mother and daughter.  Today you'll meet Nichol and Autum Davis, who both are successful businesswomen.  Does God "nudge" them?  What does that look like?  Tune in and find out.  :)Reach Out to Me:Website: www.dontignorethenudge.comPatreon: www.patreon.com/dontignorethenudgeIG: @dontignorethenudgepodcastPrivate FB group to WATCH interviews: www.dontignorethenudge.com/facebook__________________________________________________________________________________________Business/Personal Coaching with Cori:www.corifreeman.com(951) 923-2674Reach out to Nichol Davis:Otters Joy Designshttps://ottersjoydesigns.com/LOA Studios https://loastudiosre.com/Books talked about:Living Fearless by Jaime Winship: https://amzn.to/4eDap1M"When you are living in your true identity (who God says you are), life flows more naturally not necessarily “easy,” but aligned, clear, and without striving."Experiencing God by Henry, Richard, and Mike Blackaby: https://amzn.to/48TjijY"This was when I felt God asking, did you ask me? About Trades of Hope." Reach out to Autum Davis:Autum's book:Where's Milk?This takes you to Amazon: https://a.co/d/058IeprIContact Autum: AbottomDAbottom@gmail.com for crochet cows. 

This is a Vintage episode from 2007.Why This Episode MattersBefore celebrity chefs became mainstream brands, chefs like Morou Ouattara and Gavin Kaysen were navigating what television exposure actually meant for serious working chefs.Morou Ouattara discusses bringing West African flavors into contemporary American cuisine years before global pantry ingredients became common.Gavin Kaysen reflects on competing as a young chef on The Next Iron Chef and how it shaped his career.The conversation becomes an unexpectedly thoughtful discussion about  chef identity, and the reality behind “celebrity chef” culture.The BanterMark Pascal and Francis Schott open the show discussing the absurdity and honesty of chef awards and Anthony Bourdain's irreverent influence on food culture. They explore the economics of Michelin-starred restaurants and why greatness may not be worth it.The ConversationsChef Morou Ouattara joins The Restaurant Guys to discuss appearing on The Next Iron Chef while already running a respected restaurant. He explains why competing against accomplished chefs felt entirely different from traditional reality television, and why staying true to his culinary identity mattered more than trying to satisfy judges. Morou also shares how his restaurant, Farrah Olivia, blended American cuisine with West African spices and flavors that television competition formats often couldn't properly showcase.Later, Gavin Kaysen discusses competing as one of the youngest chefs on the show, the camaraderie among contestants, and the strange reality of being edited for national television. The conversation expands into restaurant culture, chef professionalism, and Kaysen's then-upcoming move to New York to lead Café Boulud.Timestamps00:00 — The Golden Clog Awards, Anthony Bourdain, and Michelin-star economics06:45 — Morou Ouattara joins; competing on The Next Iron Chef10:00 — Reality Cooking Shows vs. Kitchen Life11:45 — Incorporating West African spices at Farrah Olivia15:45 — Gavin Kaysen joins; Camaraderie behind the scenes of The Next Iron Chef24:00 — Reality TV editing and food television culture27:00 — San Diego's evolving restaurant scene30:30 — Gavin Kaysen's move to Café Boulud in New YorkBioMorou Ouattara is an Ivory Coast-born chef known for blending West African flavors with contemporary American cuisine at Farrah Olivia in Alexandria, Virginia. He previously led the kitchens at Red Sage and Signatures by Karam.Gavin Kaysen was named one of Food & Wine's Best New Chefs and later became one of America's most acclaimed chefs and restaurateurs. At the time of this interview, he was preparing to take over as executive chef of Café Boulud.InfoMorou Ouattara https://chefmorou.com/Gavin Kayson https://gavinkaysen.com/Café Boulud https://www.cafeboulud.com/Subscribe: Restaurant Guys' Regularhttps://restaurantguysregulars.buzzsprout.com/Magyar Bankhttps://www.magbank.com/Stage Left Wine Shophttps://www.stageleftwineshop.com/Our PlacesStage Left Steakhttps://www.stageleft.com/Catherine Lombardi Restauranthttps://www.catherinelombardi.com/Stage Left Wineshophttps://www.stageleftwineshop.com/Reach Out to The Guys!TheGuys@restaurantguyspodcast.com

One hand on a shoulder. It sounds almost too simple, but it's the kind of gesture that can change everything for the person on the other end. Rob Thorsen founded The #HT40 Foundation and its first initiative, Shoulder Check, in memory of his son Hayden. At a time when more and more people are experiencing loneliness and isolation, they're working to combat the crisis through grassroots community outreach nationwide. In this episode, you'll learn about Hayden and the legacy he left behind, how Rob turned his grief into a mission anyone can join, and the small ways we can help break the stigma around mental health. Topics discussed: Introduction (00:00) Hayden and Rob Thorsen's story (01:14) Turning grief into a mission (03:52) Hayden's impact: the #HT40 Foundation and Shoulder Check (08:06) The Shoulder Check Showcase (11:32) "Lean on Me" video (17:33) How a simple gesture makes a big impact (23:27) The loneliness epidemic and where to turn (26:31) Real stories of impact (29:01) Conversations that break the stigma (31:06) Lessons on navigating grief (35:40) What brought you JOY today? (40:02) Resources: Sending your child to college will always be emotional but are you financially ready? Take the College Readiness Quiz for Parents: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/college-readiness-quiz/ Doing your taxes might not be enJOYable but being more organized can make the process less painful. Get Your Gathering Your Tax Documents Checklist: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Mitlin_ChecklistForGatheringYourTaxDocuments_Form_062424_v2.pdf Will you be able to enJOY the Retirement you envision? Take the Retirement Ready Quiz: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/retirement-planning-quiz/ Connect with Larry Sprung: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lawrencesprung/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/larry_sprung/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LawrenceDSprung/ X (Twitter): https://x.com/Lawrence_Sprung About Our Guest: Rob Thorsen is the Founder and Executive Director of The #HT40 Foundation and co-creator of the Foundation's first initiative, Shoulder Check. At a time when we are dealing with a well-documented crisis of loneliness and isolation, Rob works each day to manifest the Foundation's mission to combat this crisis through original ideas, partnerships and grassroots community outreach nationwide. About The #HT40 Foundation and Shoulder Check: The HT40 Foundation is a 501c3 charitable organization working to encourage young people to simply be there for their peers through action-oriented initiatives that foster social connection. The Foundation's mission is to create and promote small actions that have a big impact. Their first initiative launched in August of 2023 is The Shoulder Check, a program that's Making Kindness a Contact Sport. Tens of thousands of young athletes across the country, with the support of professional athletes, have made the pledge to Reach Out, Check In, and Make Contact with one another, proving checking in can be as simple as a hand on a shoulder. See Shoulder Check's most recent work HERE. Connect with Rob Thorsen and Shoulder Check: Website: https://www.shouldercheck.org/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theshouldercheck/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheShoulderCheck Disclosure: Guests on the Mitlin Money Mindset are not affiliated with CWM, LLC, and opinions expressed herein may not be representative of CWM, LLC. CWM, LLC is not responsible for the guest's content linked on this site. This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique https://www.podcastboutique.com

Episode 264- Top 10 Games of All Time (2026) Part 2 It's the fiiiiiiinal countdown! We gush over how much we love the games that made our top 5 favorite games!  Some things have changed this year!  There are brand new releases on this list!  However, did the new hotness dethrone our old favorites? Timestamps 3:30- Medina 8:15- Big Top 11:00- Indonesia 16:00- Broom Service 19:15- Isle of Skye 21:15- Unlock 26:15- Lord of the Rings Trick-Taking Games 31:30- Babylonia 34:30- Santiago 39:15- Cozy Stickerville 44:55- Old King's Crown 49:15- Root 52:45- El Grande 57:15- The Castles of Mad King Ludwig 1:02:45- Nokosu Dice 1:09:30- Tag Team 1:14:15- Tikal 1:19:30- Ra / Priests of Ra 1:24:10- Root 1:27:30- The Resistance   Preplanners Next week we discuss what the term "Euro game" means today!   Music and Sound Credits Thank you to Hembree for our intro and outro music from their song Reach Out. You can listen to the full song on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gQuuRPfOyMw&list=TLGGFNH7VEDPgwgyNTA4MjAyMQ&t=3s You can find more information about Hembree at https://www.hembreemusic.com/.  Thank you to Flash Floods for use of their song Palm of Your Hand as a sting from their album Halfway to Anywhere: https://open.spotify.com/album/2fE6LrqzNDKPYWyS5evh3K?si=CCjdAGmeSnOOEui6aV3_nA Intermission Music: music elevator ext part 1/3 by Jay_You -- https://freesound.org/s/467243/ -- License: Attribution 4.0 Bell with Crows by MKzing -- https://freesound.org/s/474266/ -- License: Creative Commons 0 hammer v2.wav by blukotek -- https://freesound.org/s/337815/ -- License: Creative Commons 0   Contact Follow and reach us on social media on Bluesky @decisionspace.bsky.social. If you prefer email, then hit us up at decisionspa@gmail.com. This information is all available along with episodes at our new website decisionspacepodcast.com. Byeee!

Why This Episode MattersWhat actually makes a great wine pairingHow younger diners are changing wine culture and what that means for restaurantsWhere real wine value exists right now (hint: not where everyone's looking)Why hospitality, not knowledge, is still the key to selling wineThe evolving role of sommeliers in a less formal, more competitive dining worldThe BanterMark Pascal and Francis Schott open the show swapping stories about “elevating” takeout by adding better ingredients, dialing in details, and chasing that last 10% that turns good into spectacular.The ConversationJune Rodil, Master Sommelier and partner in Goodnight Hospitality, shares her path from serving at Olive Garden to shaping some of the most thoughtful wine programs in the country. She breaks down how wine pairing really works not as rules, but as taste memory, experience, and constant adjustment.The conversation explores the shifting role of wine in dining, from everyday staple to luxury competitor, and the challenge of connecting with a younger, less wine-focused guest. June emphasizes that great service, not intimidation or hierarchy, is what brings people into wine, and that curiosity, accessibility, and value matter more than ever.They also dig into where smart wine buyers should be looking today, from South Africa to overlooked Old World regions, and why finding one great, under-the-radar bottle can define a program more than a massive list.Timestamps00:00 – The quest to elevate every bite06:00 – June Rodil's path: from server to Master Sommelier10:45 – Understanding wine pairing synergy12:00 – How great pairings are actually built (and tested)21:00 – Who is ordering wine in the dining room?26:00 – How to appeal to guests and sell wine today/presenting cork33:00 – Where the real value is in wine right now38:00 – Final takeaway: “Just drink more.”BioJune Rodil is a Master Sommelier (2015) and partner at Goodnight Hospitality in Houston, where she oversees award-winning wine programs and hospitality operations. She is widely recognized for her leadership in modern wine service and mentorship within the industry.InfoGoodnight Hospitality Group https://www.goodnighthospitality.com/Southern Smoke Festival https://southernsmoke.org/festival/ssf-2026/Subscribe: Restaurant Guys' Regularhttps://restaurantguysregulars.buzzsprout.com/Magyar Bankhttps://www.magbank.com/Stage Left Wine Shophttps://www.stageleftwineshop.com/Our PlacesStage Left Steakhttps://www.stageleft.com/Catherine Lombardi Restauranthttps://www.catherinelombardi.com/Stage Left Wineshophttps://www.stageleftwineshop.com/Reach Out to The Guys!TheGuys@restaurantguyspodcast.com

Most small business owners ignore sources sought notices — and that's exactly why they keep losing contracts to the same competitors. In this video, I'm walking you through the SAM.gov sources sought strategy that most contractors never use: ghosting and influencing the requirement before the RFP even drops. This is 100% legal, used by savvy federal contractors every day, and it's one of the most powerful government contracting tips you'll find anywhere. Here's what you'll learn: - How to filter SAM.gov to find sources sought notices in your industry - The first thing to check that could disqualify you — and how to   handle it fast - How to use sources sought to build real relationships with   contracting officers before the competition starts - What "ghosting" a requirement means and how to legally write your   certifications and capabilities into the bid - Real examples: eVerify, CBRNE, green tech, HEPA — how to use   unique qualifications to cut 100 competitors down to 20 If you're serious about winning federal contracts, learning how to work sources sought is non-negotiable. This is federal contracting strategy the big companies already know. Now you do too. CHAPTERS: 0:00 — Welcome to the Federal Help Center 0:28 — Finding Sources Sought on SAM.gov: Step-by-Step Filter Walk* 1:00 — Reading the Scope: 18 Pages, FAA, and What to Look For* 1:20 — The First Question Every Contractor Must Ask Before Going Further* 1:46 — How to Spot Red Flags That Disqualify You Immediately* 2:16 — Sources Sought as a Relationship-Building Tool With Agencies* 2:46 — How to Reach Out and Introduce Your Company the Right Way* 3:15 — What "Ghosting" a Requirement Actually Means (And Why It's Legal)* 3:44 — Real Example: How to Structure Your Sources Sought Response* 4:41 — eVerify as a Ghosting Strategy: A Real Client Example* 5:10 — CBRNE Certification: Eliminating Competitors With Specialized Credentials* 5:38 — HEPA, Green Tech, and Smart Ways to Suggest Higher Standards* 6:37 — From 100 Competitors to 20: The Math Behind the Strategy* 7:33 — Episode Wrap-Up + Join the Federal Help Center Community* If you want to learn more about the community and to join the webinars go to: https://federalhelpcenter.com/ Website: https://govcongiants.org/ Connect with Encore Funding: http://govcongiants.org/funding  

WARNING... THIS EPISODE IS AT TIMES GRAPHIC AND COULD BE TRIGGERING FOR LISTENERS.  THIS IS NOT AN EPISODE FOR MINORS.  PLEASE USE CAUTION.How can God use the most horrific situation and bring something good out of it afterwards?  You'll meet Bailey Bassett today who has done what she felt "nudged" to do.  She's one of the most amazing women I've met and I have so much respect for her.Reach Out to Me:Website: www.dontignorethenudge.comPatreon: www.patreon.com/dontignorethenudgeIG: @dontignorethenudgepodcastPrivate FB group to WATCH interviews: www.dontignorethenudge.com/facebook__________________________________________________________________________________________Business/Personal Coaching with Cori:www.corifreeman.com(951) 923-2674Reach out to Bailey Bassett:Website: https://www.withamoslove.org/

Welcome to the kickoff of Mental Health Awareness Month on PATH! This May, we are dedicated to reducing the stigma surrounding behavioral health and exploring the "delicate interplay" between our hearts, souls, and bodies.In this episode, Jenny and Toni travel to the Denver area (via Kansas City) to sit down with a "joyous human" and "formidable buffalo" of a man: Steve Bloom. After 30 years in the high-stakes world of corporate leadership and private equity, Steve didn't just retire—he pivoted. At age 60, he returned to school to become a mental health therapist, driven by a mission to address the silent epidemic of loneliness and isolation among men.What We Discuss: The "Second Act": The humility and tenacity required to go from Chief People Officer to a 60-year-old grad student. The Crisis of Connection: Why modern men are struggling with a "contradictory script" and how social isolation fuels depression. Tackling the "Darker" Topics: Steve opens up about his work with sexual addiction and the societal impact of pornography and AI. Finding Hope: Why Steve believes we aren't as divided as the media suggests and how small acts of "human kindness" can save lives. The "Buffalo" Mindset: Walking into the eye of the storm with courage and clarity. Key Takeaways & Resources: Start Small: Connection doesn't require an overhaul. A smile, a nod, or noticing the "lady on the scooter" at the park makes a difference. The Power of "Saying Something": If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, or addiction, have the courage to raise your hand. Reach Out to Steve: Steve is open to connecting with listeners. You can reach him at S.C.Bloom@outlook.com. Or connect with him through the counseling firm he works with on Instagram @therapridecouseling. Our Road Trip Mixtape:Inspired by Steve's "80s Classic Rock" vibes and our deep dive into nostalgia, this episode's playlist is our longest yet! Featuring: Steve's Picks: Bruce Springsteen, Van Morrison, R.E.M., The Cure, Elvis Costello, Blondie, and The Pretenders. Jenny & Toni's Reflections: "Everybody Hurts" (R.E.M.), "Say Something" (A Great Big World), "Fix You" (Norbert Leo Butz cover), and "Let It Be" (The Beatles). Connect with PATH: Enjoying the journey? Leave us a review and let us know what "Season" you're currently walking through or connect with us on Instagram @thepathpod.  As always, thanks for being on the road with us!  

In its 60th year the future of Star Trek is very much uncertain. What is known is that, on July 23rd a new season of Strange New Worlds will launch. The Regular Joes breakdown the just released trailer, and share their hopes and expectations for the penultimate season. This past weekend Barry and Dave checked out Chiller Theater Expo in New Jersey, and they share who they saw, and what they found there. There's also a round of What's in the Box and the usual Random Topics. Thanks for listening and or watching! Links: Fanboy Collectibles - https://www.fanboycollectibles.com From Dave's Workshop - https://www.fromdavesworkshop.com Spirit Halloween Life Sized Alien - https://www.spirithalloween.com/product/6-ft-8-in-alien-xenomorph-animatronic/294061.uts Reach Out: e-mail: podcast@regularjoes.com Voice Message: 413-475-1650 Text Message: 413-422-0004 Leave us a review on iTunes or Spotify

Black men vs black women disconnect gets REAL when a newly single “Miss Independent” says she won't be submissive or let a man lead—then the panel EXPOSES the hypocrisy behind “soft life” expectations. In this episode, the crew debates boundaries with family, love vs money, 50/50 vs 100/100, and why modern dating feels like a constant power struggle. Join the Patreon for early access + exclusives.subscribe to  @RantswithRich  Enhance Your Experience with #Dailyrapupcrew

This is a Vintage episode from 2010Why This Episode MattersWhy most Pinot Grigio on the market tastes the same—and how to spot the real thingThe difference between DOC vs IGT wines (and why it actually matters in your glass)How geography—especially Trentino-Alto Adige—shapes flavor more than marketing ever willA candid look at wine pricing: what's quality vs what's brandingThe BanterMark Pascal and Francis Schott open with stories from interviewing restaurant staff highlighting a simple truth: honesty matters more than experience, especially in hospitality.The ConversationGiovanni Barone of Barone Fini joins the show to break down the misunderstood world of Pinot Grigio. He explains how Italy's regional identity, not the country itself, defines wine, and why Trentino-Alto Adige produces fresher, more food-friendly expressions due to extreme temperature swings and alpine conditions.The discussion pulls back the curtain on the wine business: from bulk wine labeled as premium bottles to the outsized role of branding in pricing. Giovanni makes the case for purity and restraint in winemaking, contrasting it with more manipulated styles found elsewhere.Along the way, the conversation becomes a broader philosophy of food and drink: great wine isn't about flash—it's about flavor, place, and how it works at the table.Timestamps00:00 – Interview horror stories & hiring philosophy08:45 – Introducing Giovanni Barone & Barone Fini10:30 – What “DOC” actually means (and why you should care)14:00 – The realities of the wine business in Italy20:30 – Italian wine rules, climate, geography, and flavor27:00 – Why Pinot Grigio works with food (even rich dishes)32:00 – Pricing, branding, and the truth about expensive Pinot Grigio37:00 – DOC vs IGT explained simply41:00 – Purity in wine vs mass-market productionBioGiovanni Barone is part of the Barone Fini family, a historic winemaking estate in Italy's Trentino-Alto Adige region. His family's winemaking roots date back to the late 15th century, and he has helped bring their Pinot Grigio to international markets while advocating for traditional, terroir-driven wines.InfoBarone Fini Wines https://www.baronefiniwines.com/The Restaurant Guys at La Petraia https://www.restaurantguyspodcast.com/2390435/episodes/16144212-la-petraia-the-guys-go-to-italyOur PlacesStage Left Steakhttps://www.stageleft.com/Catherine Lombardi Restauranthttps://www.catherinelombardi.com/Stage Left Wineshophttps://www.stageleftwineshop.com/Reach Out to The Guys!TheGuys@restaurantguyspodcast.com

Episode 263- Top 10 Games of All Time (2026) Part 1 It's time for the annual countdown of our favorite games!  In this episode we count down numbers 10-6.  What has fallen from the ranks since last year?  What are we hot on right now?  Listen and find out! Timestamps 8:55- Fives 12:15- Lunarchitects 16:00- Pax Renaissance 20:00- Chicago Express 23:30- Bus 26:30- Incan Gold 30:10- Modern Art 35:10- Fox in the Forest 38:20- Renature 42:20- Skyrise 46:50- Dune Imperium Uprising 51:20- El Grande 53:30- Lost Cities 58:20- Fromage / Formaggio 1:01:50- Ito 1:05:40- My City 1:09:00- Nokosu Dice 1:13:00- Heat 1:16:20- Arcs 1:21:30- Keyflower   Preplanners Top 5 of all time is next week!   Music and Sound Credits Thank you to Hembree for our intro and outro music from their song Reach Out. You can listen to the full song on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gQuuRPfOyMw&list=TLGGFNH7VEDPgwgyNTA4MjAyMQ&t=3s You can find more information about Hembree at https://www.hembreemusic.com/.  Thank you to Flash Floods for use of their song Palm of Your Hand as a sting from their album Halfway to Anywhere: https://open.spotify.com/album/2fE6LrqzNDKPYWyS5evh3K?si=CCjdAGmeSnOOEui6aV3_nA Intermission Music: music elevator ext part 1/3 by Jay_You -- https://freesound.org/s/467243/ -- License: Attribution 4.0 Bell with Crows by MKzing -- https://freesound.org/s/474266/ -- License: Creative Commons 0 hammer v2.wav by blukotek -- https://freesound.org/s/337815/ -- License: Creative Commons 0   Contact Follow and reach us on social media on Bluesky @decisionspace.bsky.social. If you prefer email, then hit us up at decisionspa@gmail.com. This information is all available along with episodes at our new website decisionspacepodcast.com. Byeee!

Why This Episode MattersElizabeth McCall, Master Distiller of Woodford Reserve, joins the show to talk bourbon, innovation, and what makes Woodford Reserve distinct in a crowded whiskey world.She explains how barrel toasting, proprietary yeast, fermentation, pot still distillation, and texture shape the Woodford Reserve house style.The conversation explores the current state of the whiskey market, including slowing demand, oversupply, tariffs, and why Woodford Reserve continues to grow.McCall discusses what a master distiller actually does — from liquid innovation to protecting the integrity of core products.The episode also looks at women in whiskey, changing bourbon drinkers, and how Woodford Reserve balances heritage, accessibility, and luxury.The BanterMark Pascal and Francis Schott open the show with a conversation about people who are drawn to hospitality, but may or may not be built for restaurant life.The ConversationElizabeth McCall joins to talk about her role as Master Distiller of Woodford Reserve and the craft behind one of America's most recognizable bourbons. She explains why Woodford's flavor profile is built around balance and consistency not just branding or bottle design.The conversation moves from special releases to the essential work of maintaining quality, protecting core products, and developing future innovations. Elizabeth also discusses the broader whiskey market, why Woodford Reserve remains strong during a challenging period, and what it means to be a woman leading one of bourbon's major brands.Timestamps00:00 — Mark and Francis on restaurant life and the people who wish they could work in hospitality10:30 — Elizabeth McCall joins, Woodford Reserve: a bourbon success story16:19 —  What creates Woodford's signature style25:00 — What a Master Distiller actually does30:00 — Woodford Reserve Baccarat story35:15 — Experimental releases, and chasing a coffee note in bourbon37:15 — The whiskey slowdown and why Woodford is still growing44:40 — McCall's career and being a woman in whiskey46:30 — Women whiskey drinkers, buying power, and changing bourbon culture57:15 — The story of jockey Frank HayesBioElizabeth McCall is the Master Distiller of Woodford Reserve. She joined Brown-Forman in 2009, worked closely with longtime Master Distiller Chris Morris, and was appointed Master Distiller of Woodford Reserve in 2023.Elizabeth leads liquid innovation and helps protect the flavor integrity of Woodford Reserve's core products while developing future innovations.InfoWoodford Reserve https://www.woodfordreserve.com/Subscribe: Restaurant Guys' Regularhttps://restaurantguysregulars.buzzsprout.com/Magyar Bankhttps://www.magbank.com/Stage Left Wine Shophttps://www.stageleftwineshop.com/Our PlacesStage Left Steakhttps://www.stageleft.com/Catherine Lombardi Restauranthttps://www.catherinelombardi.com/Stage Left Wineshophttps://www.stageleftwineshop.com/Reach Out to The Guys!TheGuys@restaurantguyspodcast.com

Do women need sex appeal, beauty, and looks to succeed in music and entertainment? In this heated podcast debate, the panel gets brutally honest about BBLs, beauty standards, sex selling, women's success, and whether talent alone is enough anymore.Enhance Your Experience with #dailyrapupcrew

Can the Author of all things...the Author of your life teach you something even though you're an author too?  Today you'll hear from Jennifer Crosswhite who is an author, book coach, and editor.  You'll hear how God wrote the story of her life?  Did she go along with his "edits" all the time?  Listen to find out.Reach Out to Me:Website: www.dontignorethenudge.comPatreon: www.patreon.com/dontignorethenudgeIG: @dontignorethenudgepodcastPrivate FB group to WATCH interviews: www.dontignorethenudge.com/facebook__________________________________________________________________________________________Business/Personal Coaching with Cori:www.corifreeman.com(951) 923-2674Reach out to Jennifer Crosswhite:Website: https://www.tandemservicesink.com/Website: https://venture.com/domains/alli.comWebsite: https://reedsy.com/Kindle Link: Beneath a Star-Lit SkyAmazon Hard Cover Book Link: https://amzn.to/4cz5U6N

This week, the Regular Joes star with the usual mix of Random Topics, followed by a rundown of the various shows they are currently watching across the various streaming services and even a few on broadcast TV of all places. Are they all watching the same shows, do they agree on what's good and what's worth skipping? Tune in to find out! There's also a round of What's Own The Box…because these guys cant stop adding to their collections even if they tried! Thanks for watching, and listening! Links: Fanboy Collectibles - https://www.fanboycollectibles.com From Dave's Workshop - https://www.fromdavesworkshop.com Reach Out: e-mail: podcast@regularjoes.com Voice Message: 413-475-1650 Text Message: 413-422-0004 Leave us a review on iTunes or Spotify

This podcast is with Bryce Pick & Cabe Johnson from Spot Hogg Archery.  We talk about the history of Spot Hogg and new innovations they have for 2026 including the introduction to the new PRIZ lens that can get you up to 30 yards more distance! For 2026 they debuted a new scope housing on some model sights called the ROTI. That stands for Reach Out & Touch It! The new housing allows for interchangeable pins from single to double and gives you the option to change the angle for a single pin. Most importantly the new ROTI also allows the use of the PRIZ distance lens and magnifying lenses as well. This is a great podcast deepening your knowledge on sights and a company who redefined durability in archery sights. 

This is a Vintage episode from 2008.Why This Episode MattersStephanie Izard joins the show just after winning Top Chef Season 4, while the moment is still fresh and the career shift is just beginning.She gives a candid look at how Top Chef compares to real restaurant life: the parts that felt authentic and the parts that felt more like high-pressure catering.The conversation captures Izard before her later restaurant empire, as she talks about searching for the right space for her next restaurant in Chicago.There's a strong discussion of kitchen leadershipIt also preserves an early moment in the public conversation around women in professional kitchens, with Izard reflecting on becoming the first female Top Chef winner.The BanterMark Pascal and Francis Schott open the show reflecting on Francis's first trip to The Cheesecake Factory, using it as a springboard for a funny but pointed conversation about chain restaurants, fake food, seasonality, and what happens when restaurants pretend convenience is quality.The ConversationFresh off her Top Chef win, Stephanie Izard talks about the surreal aftermath of the finale, what the show did and did not capture about real chef life, and how she handled the pressure of leading in competition. She reflects on cooking with Eric Ripert as her sous chef, the heartbreak of ingredient mishaps, and the realities of being judged on national television. Izard also shares her thoughts on kitchen culture, respectful leadership, women in the industry, and her plans to open her next restaurant in Chicago.Timestamps00:00 – Francis reviews his first Cheesecake Factory experience09:00 – Stephanie Izard joins the show after winning Top Chef11:00 – Is Top Chef like restaurant life? Eric Ripert as sous chef15:00 – Career momentum, and opening a new restaurant in Chicago18:00 – Kitchen culture, leadership, and female representation in the culinary world24:00 – How real is reality TV?25:30 – Judging the judges, Tom, Gail, Padma and keeping a secret31:50 – History of Top Chef guests on The Restaurant GuysBioStephanie Izard is a Chicago chef and the winner of Top Chef Season 4, becoming the first woman to win the Bravo competition. At the time of this interview, she had recently closed the restaurant Scylla in Chicago and was planning her next venture.InfoStephanie Izard https://stephanieizard.com/Top Chef https://www.bravotv.com/top-chefSubscribe: Restaurant Guys' Regularhttps://restaurantguysregulars.buzzsprout.com/Magyar Bankhttps://www.magbank.com/Stage Left Wine Shophttps://www.stageleftwineshop.com/Our PlacesStage Left Steakhttps://www.stageleft.com/Catherine Lombardi Restauranthttps://www.catherinelombardi.com/Stage Left Wineshophttps://www.stageleftwineshop.com/Reach Out to The Guys!TheGuys@restaurantguyspodcast.com

Episode 262- Depth, Complexity, and Luck Game designer Jon Perry returns to Decision Space to participate in a discussion about what makes games deep.  Are heavy games deeper than light games?  Can games with a high luck factor also reward skilled play?  Why is there a heavy game bias on BGG?     Check out some of Jon's games: Air Land and Sea, Hot Streak, Spots, and more! Brendan was inspired after this episode to write an article about game depth.  Read it here: https://www.decisionspacepodcast.com/articles/going-deep-on-depth-in-games    Timestamps 2:15- game depth and complexity 41:15- high luck, high skill games   Preplanners The next two weeks will be the annual countdown of our top 10 games of all time!   Music and Sound Credits Thank you to Hembree for our intro and outro music from their song Reach Out. You can listen to the full song on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gQuuRPfOyMw&list=TLGGFNH7VEDPgwgyNTA4MjAyMQ&t=3s You can find more information about Hembree at https://www.hembreemusic.com/.  Thank you to Flash Floods for use of their song Palm of Your Hand as a sting from their album Halfway to Anywhere: https://open.spotify.com/album/2fE6LrqzNDKPYWyS5evh3K?si=CCjdAGmeSnOOEui6aV3_nA Intermission Music: music elevator ext part 1/3 by Jay_You -- https://freesound.org/s/467243/ -- License: Attribution 4.0 Bell with Crows by MKzing -- https://freesound.org/s/474266/ -- License: Creative Commons 0 hammer v2.wav by blukotek -- https://freesound.org/s/337815/ -- License: Creative Commons 0   Contact Follow and reach us on social media on Bluesky @decisionspace.bsky.social. If you prefer email, then hit us up at decisionspa@gmail.com. This information is all available along with episodes at our new website decisionspacepodcast.com. Byeee!

Why This Episode MattersMichael Cecchi-Azzolina offers a front-of-house counterpart to the classic back-of-house memoir: a sharp, funny, often brutal look at how great New York City dining rooms really worked.The episode captures a vanished New York restaurant culture in which the maître d' controlled access and the rhythm of the room long before reservation platforms flattened the experience.It explores how restaurants became the center of nightlife in 1980s New York, and how the city's economic, social, and cultural shifts shaped the dining room.Beneath the wild stories is a real argument about hospitality: the loss of personality, judgment, and human discretion The conversation also doesn't romanticize the era. It reckons with the excess, the cruelty, and the devastation of the AIDS crisis inside restaurant culture.The BanterMark Pascal and Francis Schott open the show debating whether seedless produce justifies  gene-edited fruits and vegetables. The ConversationMichael Cecchi-Azzolina, longtime front-of-house fixture at iconic New York restaurants including The River Café and Raoul's, joins Mark Pascal and Francis Schott to talk about his memoir Your Table Is Ready and the restaurant world he came up in. He shares stories from an era when the maître d' ran the dining room through charm, discretion, and a certain kind of power—and what he did when that wasn't enough. Along the way, Michael reflects on what's changed in hospitality, what's been lost, and how he's keeping that spirit alive. Timestamps00:00 – Opening banter: gene editing and unintended consequences07:00 – Michael Cecchi-Azzolina, Your Table Is Ready, 1980s NYC Nightlife14:00 – Running the door at The River Café and the power of the maître d' 19:00 – Reservations, VIPs, bribery, and table politics before the internet23:00 – Mob stories, dining-room pressure, and front-of-house survival30:00 – Sundays in Brooklyn33:00 – The power of the maître d' and why they disappeared38:00 – Restaurant excess, cocaine culture, and the AIDS crisis45:00 – NYC Restaurants today52:00 – The Guys share stories about celebrity guests at their restaurant in the 1990s BioMichael Cecchi-Azzolina is a veteran New York maître d' and restaurateur who has worked at iconic dining rooms including The River Café, Raoul's, and Minetta Tavern. He is the author of Your Table Is Ready, a memoir of front-of-house life in New York City restaurants.InfoBook: Your Table Is Ready Restaurant: Cecchi's https://www.cecchis.nyc/The NJ Wine & Food Festival @ Crystal Springs May 1-3The Restaurant Guys will be podcasting from there May 2. Come see us!https://shop.crystalgolfresort.com/collections/14th-annual-new-jersey-wine-food-festival Subscribe: Restaurant Guys' Regularhttps://restaurantguysregulars.buzzsprout.com/Magyar Bankhttps://www.magbank.com/Stage Left Wine Shophttps://www.stageleftwineshop.com/Our PlacesStage Left Steakhttps://www.stageleft.com/Catherine Lombardi Restauranthttps://www.catherinelombardi.com/Stage Left Wineshophttps://www.stageleftwineshop.com/Reach Out to The Guys!TheGuys@restaurantguyspodcast.com

When God has you bouncing around in your life, does it help when you're a tennis coach and you're used to the back and forth??  Today you'll hear from Chris Dudley, who knows a thing or two about God moving you around.  Learn from his experience...God had a plan all along.Reach Out to Me:Website: www.dontignorethenudge.comPatreon: www.patreon.com/dontignorethenudgeIG: @dontignorethenudgepodcastPrivate FB group to WATCH interviews: www.dontignorethenudge.com/facebook__________________________________________________________________________________________Business/Personal Coaching with Cori:www.corifreeman.com(951) 923-2674Reach out to Chris Dudley:Website: https://primalpath.co/Website: https://manyear.co/

This week, the Regular Joes along with our good friend and semi-regular co-host Brian Mix travel to Bridgeport Connecticut to visit Poster Conservation. Owner Lee Milazzo and his team of artisans conserve, restore and repair posters of all sizes and types so they look as good as they day they were printed, and will last the test of time! They can even work their magic on some posters that most people would think were beyond repair. Lee gives us a full tour of the shop and a demo of each process they use to conserve and restore these posters…including some processes that seem counter intuitive or even destructive to "old paper"; but they have mastered their techniques over the past 33 years to being these pieces of art back to life. Towards the end of the episode, Lee reveals a poster that Brian had restored by the team, and we get to see his reaction to their amazing work in real time. You won't want to miss this, even if you are not a poster nerd like Barry and Dave, I promise you will be amazed by what they can do! Thanks for watching, and listening! Links: Poster Conservation - https://www.posterconservation.com Fanboy Collectibles - https://www.fanboycollectibles.com From Dave's Workshop - https://www.fromdavesworkshop.com Reach Out: e-mail: podcast@regularjoes.com Voice Message: 413-475-1650 Text Message: 413-422-0004 Leave us a review on iTunes or Spotify

This is a Vintage episode from 2005.Why This Episode MattersDr. Paul Rozin brings psychology into the dining room, explaining how culture shapes appetite, portion size, pleasure, and food anxiety.The episode gets at a question that still feels painfully current: why do Americans obsess over food and health, yet often get less pleasure and worse outcomes from eating?Paul's comparisons between American and French attitudes toward chocolate, cream, portions, and mealtime turn food culture into something concrete and memorable.Mark Pascal and Francis Schott push the conversation beyond nutrition into hospitality, and the cost of convenience.It's a smart conversation about food culture, health, enjoyment, and the way a society teaches people to eat.The BanterMark and Francis open with a spirited riff on okra, bone marrow, dry-aged steak, texture, and the common practice to sacrifice flavor for convenience.The ConversationDr. Paul Rozin, Professor of Psychology at the University of Pennsylvania, joins Mark Pascal and Francis Schott for a fascinating look at how different cultures think about food, pleasure, and health. He contrasts American habits of guilt, abundance, customization, and speed with the French emphasis on smaller portions, attention, ritual, and enjoyment. The result is a conversation about why some cultures spend more time eating, derive more pleasure from food, and often wind up healthier anyway. Mark and Francis extend that argument into restaurant life, fad diets, convenience culture, and the American habit of trying to solve food problems without changing the way we live.Timestamps00:00 – Okra, bone marrow, and why texture can make or break a food03:35 – Dry-aged steak, marrow, and the flavor of meat cooked on the bone08:20 – Why people sacrifice flavor for convenience11:00 – France, daily shopping, and why the meal is the point of the day14:00 – Smaller portions, less snacking, and why the French eat less16:20 – Pleasure, attention, and the difference between savoring food and inhaling it19:00 – Heavy cream, chocolate, guilt, celebration, and cross-cultural food associations23:00 – Customization, and what processed food teaches people to like28:15 – “We're doing it wrong”: the Guys on fad diets, whole foods, and American food anxietyBioPaul Rozin is a Professor of Psychology at the University of Pennsylvania and a leading scholar on the psychological, cultural, and biological determinants of food choice. He has studied how different societies think about food, pleasure, disgust, and health.The NJ Wine & Food Festival @ Crystal Springs May 1-3The Restaurant Guys will be podcasting from there May 2. Come see us!https://shop.crystalgolfresort.com/collections/14th-annual-new-jersey-wine-food-festival Subscribe: Restaurant Guys' Regularhttps://restaurantguysregulars.buzzsprout.com/Magyar Bankhttps://www.magbank.com/Stage Left Wine Shophttps://www.stageleftwineshop.com/Our PlacesStage Left Steakhttps://www.stageleft.com/Catherine Lombardi Restauranthttps://www.catherinelombardi.com/Stage Left Wineshophttps://www.stageleftwineshop.com/Reach Out to The Guys!TheGuys@restaurantguyspodcast.com

Many pediatricians care for underserved populations, and have long recognized the inextricable links between the well-being of families and the outcomes for their children.  Dr. Terri McFadden, professor of pediatrics at Emory University School of Medicine, medical director for Reach Out and Read Georgia, and president-elect for the American Academy of Pediatrics, joins us to talk about a new book which serves as a valuable 'how-to' on applying a two-generation approach to serving children and their families in an integrated manner — and offers primary care strategies for promoting optimal health and better developmental outcomes for children living in low-resourced environments.

KERRI ZANEAI Innovation: Kerri Zane's Creative Career JourneySummaryIn this engaging interview, Kerri Zane shares her extensive experience in reality TV, her innovative ventures into AI in media, and invaluable advice for aspiring producers and storytellers. Discover how she navigates the evolving landscape of entertainment, the role of AI, and tips for success in the industry.Sound Bites"Never give up. I never stop. I never give up.""When someone says no to me, that's when I get started."ChaptersSetting the Stage: Introduction and BackgroundEmbracing AI in Media: A New EraThe Art of Production: Roles and ResponsibilitiesReality TV: Crafting Stories and ConflictNavigating the Pitch Process: Tips for SuccessThe Evolution of Content Creation: From Traditional to AIThe Importance of Human Creativity in AIAdvice for Aspiring Creatives: Never Give UpBooks and Personal Growth: Sharing ExperiencesClosing Thoughts: The Future of StorytellingHow women are rewriting the rules—no apologies neededDrop a

In this episode, host Josh interviews Corey Apirian, a seasoned supply chain leader, about innovative e-commerce supply chain strategies. Corey explains how Davinci enables brands to create virtual product bundles, optimize inventory, and improve profitability across channels like Walmart and direct-to-consumer platforms. They discuss the limitations of relying solely on Amazon's fulfillment, the benefits of diversified fulfillment strategies, and the importance of data-driven merchandising. Corey also shares advice on global supply chain resilience, emphasizing hybrid inventory approaches and multi-sourcing. The episode concludes with actionable tips for brands to enhance agility and succeed in today's evolving e-commerce landscape.Chapters:Introduction to Corey Apirian and His Expertise (00:00:00)Josh introduces Corey Apirian, highlighting his 19+ years in supply chain, e-commerce, and channel merchandising.Product Bundling Without Physical Kitting (00:00:49)Discussion on creating product bundles and differentiated SKUs without pre-kitting, optimizing inventory and channel profitability.Market Basket Analysis and Channel Merchandising (00:03:00)Explains how market basket analysis informs merchandising, bundle creation, and channel-specific assortment strategies.Optimizing Multi-Channel Fulfillment Beyond Amazon (00:06:42)Debate on Amazon's multi-channel fulfillment versus direct integrations, control, and agility for brands.Limitations of Amazon's Fulfillment Ecosystem (00:07:44)Details the drawbacks of relying solely on Amazon FBA and multi-channel fulfillment, including cost, control, and data limitations.Direct Integrations and Fulfillment Strategy Recommendations (00:09:50)Advice for larger brands to use direct integrations and diversified fulfillment for better control and profitability.Global Supply Chain Challenges and Recommendations (00:11:07)Corey's advice on hybrid inventory strategies, multi-sourcing, and supply chain agility in a changing global landscape.Actionable Takeaways for E-commerce Brands (00:13:17)Josh summarizes three key action items: hire a supply chain manager, diversify beyond Amazon, and leverage expert partners like DaVinci.Closing Remarks and Contact Recommendation (00:15:43)Josh encourages listeners to connect with Corey for tailored supply chain and merchandising insights.Links and Mentions:Tools and Services"Davinci": "00:06:22"Key Concepts"Market Basket Analysis": "00:03:16"Actionable Takeaways"Hire a Supply Chain Manager": "00:13:17""Diversify Beyond Amazon": "00:14:29""Reach Out to Experts": "00:15:43"General Advice"Just-in-Time vs. Just-in-Case Inventory": "00:11:19"Transcript:Josh 00:00:00  Today I'm super excited to introduce you all to Corey Apirian, a seasoned supply chain and operations leader with over 19 years of experience. A key to his success was his ability to develop and execute strategies that drove significant growth, cost savings, and exceptional customer service. Specifically, he specializes in e-commerce and channel merchandising, aligning operational initiatives with corporate objectives and building and leading high performing teams through inclusion, collaboration and engagement. His experience includes product management, contract negotiations, continuous improvement, and implementing emerging technologies as well as cultivating key relationships. So with that, welcome to the podcast, Corey.Corey 00:00:46  Thanks for having me, Josh. Excited to be here.Josh 00:00:49  A seller could essentially come to you or a brand and say, hey, I've got here's a bunch of different products. I think some of these could be bundled really well together. I don't know which ones which, but obviously if you're doing that on Amazon FBA. You have to kit them together first and send them in before you can collect data. In your example, you don't actually have to have them kidded to actually create that skew and at least merchandise it on different sites.Josh 00:01:15  Is that correct?Corey 00:01:15  Yeah, it's exactly right. And like the cooler part about it is that all the excess inventory was then utilized on your merchant field, on your Walmart Marketplace and so on and so forth, so that you can create two packs, four packs, six packs of all the different core components. And really, you have no more waste, right? So you're utilizing now you can't force bundles onto consumers. I think we all know that. But by creating a different skew set a washcloth that's sold in a, in a in a traditional merchant store, you know, it might be $2 or $4, right? But when you when you bundle that as a four pack of washcloths, you know, I have two, two young boys, I don't just buy one washcloth like we buy a bunch of them at once. Right. And, you know, by able to have that differentiated assortment that's core to that demographic Online. You know, it really gives a fresh look at assortment and profitability and channel management.Corey 00:02:09  And those are really important things. And then, you know, the efficiency of manufacturing those sets now in ships and in containers, reducing waste, creating efficiencies at the warehouse level also and profitability on freight and top line. I mean, those are all amazing things and all great success stories. And yeah, our tech allows that infinite permutation in a very targeted way, but also looking at the market baskets and suggesting what should be sold in a very targeted way. And that's the piece that I think people are really missing out there is combining the FDM, that front end merchandising with this concept of network optimization and inventory control, and how do you place goods and merchandise them on differentiated channel sets so that they're available for same day one day fulfillment, 1 to 2 day fulfillment, you know, through a physical location network. And again, that's exactly the problem that DaVinci is solving together.Josh 00:03:00  That's amazing. Tell me a little bit more about that market basket analysis, right. That DaVinci is is doing some of the I, you know, to determine how you're going to merchandise different products or how to come up with the correct type of bundles.Corey 00:03:16  Yeah, I mean, there's a lot of core principles of channel management and merchandising. You know, when you look at your club channels and having larger pack sizes, your mass channels having smaller, lower price point channels that interoperate also with what's in store? You know, a beauty manufacturer might have a 6.9oz bottle of shampoo. That's a proven bottle of shampoo and price point and cubic foot that has sat on a Walmart and Target shelf for the past 30 years and might have new updated packaging, new formula, ingredients. You know, that's the merchandising side of it. But like that, cubic foot turns and creates X number of dollars with the amount of profitability and cash flow turns that that has on shelf all the time. But when you when you ship that to target, they're going to merchandise that online and target in Walmart. You can have a buy in line pick up and store optionality to that. And they may offer it to ship to the end consumer in a myriad of different ways. But that same consumer might be adding two of those to their shopping cart.Corey 00:04:14  They might be adding a 33 point ounce of the shampoo. Or at least, you know, five different bottles of that shampoo. That adds up to a 33.8oz and a 16.9 of conditioner, right? Maybe their ratios are different. So if you're a brand that's operating in that space, you now have the ability to directly merchandise som...

Episode 261- Arcs Blighted Reach Campaign Pete is joined by returning guest Jared Ingersoll and muppet board game critic Analog Arnie to deep dive the Blighted Reach campaign expansion for Arcs.  This is the sequel to episode 247 in case you missed our original Arcs deep dive!   Find Analog Arnie here: https://www.youtube.com/@analog_arnie   Timestamps 2:50- intro to Blighted Reach 15:45- act 1 42:45- act 2 59:45- act 3 1:15:30- final thoughts   Preplanners Another returning guest is coming to discuss depth and light games.  Also we'll be deep diving Bus soon!   Music and Sound Credits Thank you to Hembree for our intro and outro music from their song Reach Out. You can listen to the full song on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gQuuRPfOyMw&list=TLGGFNH7VEDPgwgyNTA4MjAyMQ&t=3s You can find more information about Hembree at https://www.hembreemusic.com/.  Thank you to Flash Floods for use of their song Palm of Your Hand as a sting from their album Halfway to Anywhere: https://open.spotify.com/album/2fE6LrqzNDKPYWyS5evh3K?si=CCjdAGmeSnOOEui6aV3_nA Intermission Music: music elevator ext part 1/3 by Jay_You -- https://freesound.org/s/467243/ -- License: Attribution 4.0 Bell with Crows by MKzing -- https://freesound.org/s/474266/ -- License: Creative Commons 0 hammer v2.wav by blukotek -- https://freesound.org/s/337815/ -- License: Creative Commons 0   Contact Follow and reach us on social media on Bluesky @decisionspace.bsky.social. If you prefer email, then hit us up at decisionspa@gmail.com. This information is all available along with episodes at our new website decisionspacepodcast.com. Byeee!

Why This Episode MattersRobby Younes explains how Crystal Springs Resort and the New Jersey Wine & Food Festival helped New Jersey recognized as a serious food-and-wine destination.Mark Pascal and Francis Schott connect the conversation to a bigger restaurant truth: in a tougher market, people are choosing fewer but better experiences and rewarding restaurants that feel human, memorable, and genuinely hospitable.Robby's rise from frontline hospitality work to running a major resort makes this a strong conversation about leadership, mentorship, and restaurant careers as a path upward.It's also a smart New Jersey episode: a conversation about regional pride, and building something ambitious outside New York City's shadow.The ConversationRobby Younes, COO of Crystal Springs Resort, joins Mark and Francis to talk about building the New Jersey Wine & Food Festival into a serious showcase for the state's chefs, restaurants, and wine culture. Along the way, he discusses developing Crystal Springs into a broader hospitality destination, building one of the country's standout wine programs, and creating an event designed to prove that New Jersey can provide a food-and-wine experience on a national level. The conversation also becomes a thoughtful look at leadership, and the limitless potential of the hospitality business.Timestamps00:00 – The Guys on restaurant polarization, hospitality, and why mediocre restaurants are losing ground04:25 – What restaurants need to survive now10:50 – Robby Younes and the vision behind the New Jersey Wine & Food Festival 16:00 – Crystal Springs, building a destination resort around food and wine20:00 – Reason for the festival: showcase New Jersey's culinary talent26:20 – Robby's path from busboy to leading Crystal Springs Resort30:40 – The incident that pushed Robby to learn the wine business34:30 – Why restaurants still offer opportunities for learning and growthBioRobby Younes is the COO of Crystal Springs Resort in New Jersey, where he helped expand the property's food, wine, and hospitality programs and played a central role in creating the New Jersey Wine & Food Festival. He has built a reputation for elevating hospitality experiences while championing New Jersey's culinary talent.InfoNew Jersey Wine & Food Festival at Crystal Springs Resort May 1-3, 2026 https://njwinefoodfest.com/Restaurant Guys podcast live May 2, 2026Crystal Springs Resort https://www.crystalgolfresort.com/The NJ Wine & Food Festival @ Crystal Springs May 1-3The Restaurant Guys will be podcasting from there May 2. Come see us!https://shop.crystalgolfresort.com/collections/14th-annual-new-jersey-wine-food-festival Subscribe: Restaurant Guys' Regularhttps://restaurantguysregulars.buzzsprout.com/Magyar Bankhttps://www.magbank.com/Stage Left Wine Shophttps://www.stageleftwineshop.com/Our PlacesStage Left Steakhttps://www.stageleft.com/Catherine Lombardi Restauranthttps://www.catherinelombardi.com/Stage Left Wineshophttps://www.stageleftwineshop.com/Reach Out to The Guys!TheGuys@restaurantguyspodcast.com

This is a preview of a full subscriber episode from 2006.Why This Episode MattersTom Colicchio was already one of the most respected chefs in America, but this conversation catches him at a fascinating moment: building restaurants, debuting Top Chef, and defining what modern American dining could be.The episode gets at a bigger question than television: what makes a real chef leader, and why talent without professionalism is not enough in a kitchen.Tom explains the thinking behind Craft's ingredient-first approach, which still feels relevant now that simple, product-driven cooking has become restaurant gospel.The conversation also draws a sharp contrast between hospitality that feels like home and culinary experimentation for its own sake, with Gramercy Tavern standing as the model of warmth, rigor, and ease.Long before restaurant culture calcified into brand language and chef celebrity machinery, this episode shows what thoughtful restaurant leadership sounded like in real time.The BanterMark Pascal and Francis Schott open with one of their classic wide-ranging tangents: better pork, bad agribusiness, accidental TGI Fridays horror, and a spirited defense of foie gras that could only come from two restaurateurs with strong opinions and no interest in sanding them down.The ConversationTom Colicchio joins the show on the day Craftsteak is opening in New York, and the discussion moves easily between Top Chef, restaurant culture, and the philosophy behind his restaurants. He talks about why Top Chef worked when other reality-food television did not, what makes someone worth following in a kitchen, and how mentoring differs from judging.He also explains the original idea behind Craft: ingredient-focused cooking served in a way that encourages diners to build their own experience at the table. From there, the conversation turns to home cooking, hospitality, experimental cuisine, and why Gramercy Tavern succeeds by doing everything well and making it feel like home.Timestamps00:00 – Better pork, “enhanced” meat, and why flavor got bred out04:15 – TGI Fridays finger-in-the-burger story and the foie gras ban08:15 – Tom Colicchio joins the show; Why & how Top Chef worked and what made it different from other reality food TV16:00 – What chef leadership should look like19:45 – The philosophy behind Craft and ingredient-first cooking23:30 – Tom and Mark had a common employer28:00 – Why Gramercy Tavern feels like home and what great hospitality really isBioTom Colicchio is the chef, restaurateur, and co-founder of Craft and Craftsteak, and a founding force behind Gramercy Tavern. He is also the recipient of multiple James Beard Awards and is the head judge on Bravo's Top Chef.InfoTom Colicchio https://www.tomcolicchio.com/Gramercy Tavern, Craft, CraftsteakTop ChefOur PlacesStage Left Steakhttps://www.stageleft.com/Catherine Lombardi Restauranthttps://www.catherinelombardi.com/Stage Left Wineshophttps://www.stageleftwineshop.com/Reach Out to The Guys!TheGuys@restaurantguyspodcast.comFollow us on Instagram @restaurantguyspodcast

Why This Episode MattersPaul Clarke explains why Imbibe has lasted 20 years by staying consumer-focused, independent, and credible.It's also a great look at how cocktail culture changed over two decades, from teaching people the basics of a proper sour to telling deeper stories about the people and ideas shaping what we drink now.Mark Pascal and Francis Schott connect that editorial philosophy to hospitality itself: lead with quality, tell the truth, and earn trust over time.Along the way, the episode covers Negroni Week, the Imbibe 75, independent publishing, cocktail storytelling, and why bitterness eventually wins people over.The BanterMark and Francis open with a riff on awards-season humility, noting that in restaurant life, humility usually comes from service failures and hard-earned recovery—though they're not above enjoying a medal when one comes their way.The ConversationPaul Clarke, executive editor of Imbibe Magazine, talks about building a drinks publication that serves both curious consumers and serious professionals without losing clarity, rigor, or pleasure. He explains how the magazine explores “liquid culture,” with attention to the people, places, and ideas behind what ends up in the glass.The discussion also traces the rise of modern cocktail culture through the lens of the Negroni and its many descendants, while highlighting Imbibe's role in shaping conversation through projects like Negroni Week and the Imbibe 75. It's a smart, funny exchange about editorial standards, independence, and why good drinks writing should be as engaging as the drinks themselves.Timestamps00:00 – Banter: what “humbling” really means in the restaurant business05:00 – Why Imbibe works: consumer-first, not trade-first11:00 – Trust, credibility, and the line between editorial and advertising16:00 – 20 years of cocktail culture: from basics to “liquid culture”20:00 – Good writing is a big factor in Imbibe's success24:15 – How independence key to Imbibe's survival28:00 – How Negroni Week began and why it became global34:00 – The resurgence of the Boulavardier40:00 – The Imbibe 75 and the people changing how the world drinksBioPaul Clarke is the executive editor of Imbibe Magazine, an independent drinks publication celebrating 20 years in 2026. He is also the author of The Cocktail Chronicles and host of the award-winning Radio Imbibe podcast.InfoImbibe Magazine https://imbibemagazine.com/Radio Imbibe https://radio-imbibe.simplecast.com/Steven Witherly on The Restaurant Guys Podcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/2390435/episodes/16866178Subscribe: Restaurant Guys' Regularhttps://restaurantguysregulars.buzzsprout.com/Magyar Bankhttps://www.magbank.com/Stage Left Wine Shophttps://www.stageleftwineshop.com/Our PlacesStage Left Steakhttps://www.stageleft.com/Catherine Lombardi Restauranthttps://www.catherinelombardi.com/Stage Left Wineshophttps://www.stageleftwineshop.com/Reach Out to The Guys!TheGuys@restaurantguyspodcast.comFollow us on Instagram @restaurantguyspodcast

True Faith: Trusting in God's Plan 'But If Not'. ACU Sunday Series. The Most Inspiring General Conference Talk on Faith You'll Ever Hear! True Faith: Trusting in God's Plan 'But If Not' In this inspirational video, Elder Dennis E. Simmons reflects on his youthful misunderstanding of faith through a story from his eighth-grade basketball tournament. He emphasizes that true faith is more than wishful thinking—it's a deep trust in Jesus Christ. Using the biblical story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, Elder Simmons illustrates how true faith means trusting God even when outcomes don't align with our desires. He explores how figures such as Abraham, Daniel, and Paul displayed unwavering faith under trials, demonstrating that great challenges can cultivate greater spiritual strength. The address underlines that the world is a test of faith, administered by a loving Heavenly Father, and highlights the importance of maintaining faith in God's plan, even amidst suffering and uncertainty. Watch this video at- https://youtu.be/NSZbc7SvP4M?si=PgOtPgS7VFzSIolv The Words of Christ 53.7K subscribers 47,389 views Oct 20, 2024