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Welcome to Hospitality Forward, a podcast for hospitality & travel professionals, where we invite members of the media to share their insights and tips. ⁣

My name is Hanna Lee. I’m President of Hanna Lee Communications, an award-winning public relations agency in New York City. ⁣

And I’m Michael Anstendig, a food and beverage writer and my work has appeared in publications like the New York Ti... more

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In this episode, we are delighted to chat with Jess Feldman. Jess is Travel + Leisure’s Associate Director of Special Projects. 

Jess leads strategy and development of Travel + Leisure’s tentpole brand projects, including the World’s Best Awards, th... more

In this episode, we are delighted to chat with Pilar Guzmán. Pilar is the Editorial Director of Oprah Daily, where she oversees content, strategy and community across the brand’s platforms, including the new Oprah Insider Community. Her beats include... more

In this episode, we are delighted to chat with Johnny Motley. Johnny is a Brooklyn-based freelance writer who covers travel, men’s fashion and whiskey. He contributes to top outlets such as The Manual, InsideHook and Matador Network.

Prior to enteri... more

In this episode, we are delighted to chat with Rob LeDonne. Rob is a New York-based culture writer who regularly contributes to Vogue, New York Post and The Guardian. Rob’s work can also be seen in Rolling Stone, PAPER Magazine and GQ. 

Since 2024, ... more

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Recent Guests

Jess Feldman
Associate Director of Special Projects, Travel + Leisure
Travel + Leisure
Episode: Episode #112: Jess Feldman, Associate Director of Special Projects, Travel + Leisure
Rob LeDonne
New York-based culture writer; contributor to Vogue, The New York Post, The Guardian; Notable columnist for The Ankler; comedy writer
Vogue; The New York Post; The Guardian; The Ankler
Episode: Episode #109: Rob LeDonne, Freelancer for Vogue, New York Post and The Guardian
Dan Christian
Founder and host of the Travel Trends Podcast
Travel Trends Podcast
Episode: Episode #108: Dan Christian, Founder/Host, Travel Trends Podcast
(no other guest introduced)
Episode: Episode #108: Dan Christian, Founder/Host, Travel Trends Podcast
Leah van Deventer
Globally recognized voice in the drinks industry; journalist, Academy Chair for The World's 50 Best Bars; Cape Town Cocktail Week founder
Cape Town Cocktail Week; CIS founder; Your Luxury Africa contributor
Episode: Episode #107: Leah van Deventer, Freelancer, Your Luxury Africa and EatOut & 50 Best Academy Chair
Karen Cicero
Contributing Travel Editor, Good Housekeeping
Good Housekeeping
Episode: Episode #106: Karen Cicero, Contributing Travel Editor, Good Housekeeping & Brie Schwartz, Director of Editorial Commerce, Good Housekeeping
Brie Schwartz
Director of Editorial Commerce, Good Housekeeping
Good Housekeeping
Episode: Episode #106: Karen Cicero, Contributing Travel Editor, Good Housekeeping & Brie Schwartz, Director of Editorial Commerce, Good Housekeeping
Julia Cosgrove
Editor-in-Chief and Vice President of Afar, with a background in journalism and editing at various media companies.
Afar
Episode: Episode #105: Julia Cosgrove, Editor in Chief, Afar
Karla Walsh
Freelance lifestyle writer, certified sommelier, personal trainer, and group fitness instructor.
Episode: Episode #104: Karla Walsh, Freelancer for Better Homes & Gardens, Allrecipes, Travel + Leisure and More

Hosts

Hanna Lee
Host of Hospitality Forward; President and founder of Hanna Lee Communications
Michael Anstendig
Co-host and editor/writer; Editor-in-Chief at Hanna Lee Communications

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 42 ratings
  • Hospitality with Hannah & Michael

    I have known these two for over sixteen years.

    From the early days of Michael’s comedy and then being cast in my production of OTHELO as Montano. To Hannah with her PR and promoting my sister-in-law’s bar restaurant to coming in to help me and Stavro’s at KELARI Taverna. Five seasons and books that will set you right in this crazy industry. Well done and worth the listen.

    Hey I have thirty five years in this business from executive chef, master mixologist to distribution.

    Tune in here!

    Keep on ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BB&MP
    United States3 years ago
  • Exceptional look into the world of PR

    Invaluable view of the relationships and methodologies that get stories noticed and published. Must listen for food and beverage entrepreneurs, or anyone wanting to understand the process of PR more broadly.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Irishfitz
    United States6 years ago
  • Thank you

    Great insight into the public world of our private craft. Thank you, Hanna and team!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Harrison Kahn
    United States6 years ago
  • Just what I needed

    These are true experts in hospitality! I found this show so helpful in thinking about how to rebuild for the future.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jay13467
    United States6 years ago
  • Hanna Lee has always been forward-thinking

    ... in hospitality. No single individual has done as much to celebrate and shape the creativity of NYC’s restaurant and bar landscape.

    There’s no doubt that Hanna will help lead the recovery of the city’s dining landscape.

    And yes, I’m very much looking forward (couldn’t help it!) to hearing the insights she’ll be sharing on this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DavidK.
    United States6 years ago

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Episode #109: Rob LeDonne, Freelancer for Vogue, New York Post and The Guardian
Q: Which outlets do you frequently write for and how has your focus shifted across topics like culture, food, and travel?
My work spans Vogue for lifestyle and culture, The New York Post for New York City and Italian culture, and The Guardian for music-related pieces; I move fluidly among culture, travel, and food, chasing authentic stories that connect people to places.
Episode #109: Rob LeDonne, Freelancer for Vogue, New York Post and The Guardian
Q: What are your favorite sources or methods for discovering compelling local stories?
I rely on a mix of direct outreach, personal experiences, and organic discovery—sometimes a connection or a chance encounter leads to the best pieces, and I always follow up with direct emails that reveal a genuine, human angle.
Episode #109: Rob LeDonne, Freelancer for Vogue, New York Post and The Guardian
Q: What practical tips would you give hospitality and travel pros for pitching you when they're ready to share their stories?
Start with a clear, specific reason for why the story matters now, articulate the unique angle, and demonstrate why you're the right person to tell it; provide timely, verifiable details (like anniversaries or unique local angles) to give editors a sense of urgency.
Episode #108: Dan Christian, Founder/Host, Travel Trends Podcast
Q: What is your criteria for choosing guests for Travel Trends Podcast?
Establishing personal relationships, ensuring there is real rapport and a high respect level, and selecting guests who can add meaningful value to listeners, especially executives and leaders who can share actionable insights.
Episode #107: Leah van Deventer, Freelancer, Your Luxury Africa and EatOut & 50 Best Academy Chair
Q: What would you say are some common pitching mistakes that should be avoided?
Avoid sending irrelevant press releases to a broad journalist pool; tailor outreach to fit the journalist's beat and audience to prevent information overload or mismatches.

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What is Hospitality Forward about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Hospitality Forward is a media-focused podcast aimed at hospitality and travel professionals seeking insider tips on engaging top outlets and securing media coverage. Across episodes, guests include editors, journalists, and leaders from outlets like Travel + Leisure, Vogue, Afar, Good Housekeeping, Time, Bloomberg Pursuits, and TIME, who share practical pitching strategies, sourcing methods, and trends shaping travel storytelling, from solo and luxury experiences to AI-assisted media workflows. The show often explores how brands and hoteliers can work with media, understand editorial calendars, and craft newsworthy narratives that resonate with readers.

Noteworthy strengths include the guest lineup's depth in travel and hospitality journa... more

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1. Jess Feldman
2. Rob LeDonne
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5. Leah van Deventer
6. Karen Cicero
7. Brie Schwartz
8. Julia Cosgrove

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