
In Joiners, hosts Tim Tierney and Danny Shapiro take a casual stroll through the world of hospitality by chatting with its most colorful characters.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 190 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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The first guest of 2026’s origins might be modest, but the results are anything but. From deciding to cook as a nine-year-old so he didn’t have to eat the same meal every night, to bootstrapping a BBQ restaurant from a single Weber grill (the small v... more
We round out 2025 with Bret Heiar, a true original of the hospitality world. These days, he’s the Wine Director at Avec River North, and he's gearing up to open a new Avec location in Highwood, bringing One Off Hospitality’s wine ethos north to the s... more
It didn’t always seem inevitable that Margaret Pak would end up running one of Chicago’s most thoughtful and distinctive restaurants. She studied statistics, built a long career in finance and analytics, and spent years inside corporate systems where... more
Before he became a hospitality lifer, Paul Abu-Taleb was considering a PhD in History -- he’s the type who could absolutely have ended up teaching undergrads how to think, argue, and spot patterns. Instead, he’s applied that same mindset to restauran... more
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As a fellow member of the Chicago service industry, I can’t say enough good things about The Joiner’s Podcast. It’s awesome to hear the stories of the colorful people in our world and to make a little game out of spotting them in real life, shaking their hands, and saying, “Loved you on the Joiner’s pod!” It’s also been such a great way to discover some of Chicago’s hidden gems - though my wallet wishes I’d stop going to Shaw’s so often. Love the pod, keep it going!
A must-listen if you like Chicago, Food, Talking, or Friendship
Sincerely the most fun and supreme honor to be invited.
You two have a great dynamic and made me very comfortable being in my own skin on camera/mic.
One might even call it… exceptional hospitality.
Genuinely the best insight into the hospitality industry projected through its varied professionals, Tim Tierney and Danny Shapiro masterfully offer the most entertaining and down to Earth glimpse into Food/Beverage and Hospitality through an unfiltered lens…and microphone.
Most of all, it was immens... more
Great segment with Joe Flamm. As a fellow southsiiiiiiider and from a family with 8 brothers and sisters, it really hit home. Keep up the fine work! Peace out. Jim Moriarty
As someone who has also “accidentally” taken Communion, I’m putting in my vote for adding that question to the Gratuity round.
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The content primarily focuses on the vibrant and diverse world of hospitality, capturing the stories and journeys of industry professionals. Discussions often explore unique experiences, challenges, and humorous anecdotes related to running restaurants, bars, and culinary enterprises. Episodes feature a range of guests, including chefs, restaurateurs, and designers, emphasizing both personal narratives and broader industry insights. This podcast distinguishes itself by fostering an engaging atmosphere that combines entertainment with education, making it appealing for listeners interested in food culture and the dynamics of the hospitality sector.
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Recent guests on Joiners include:
1. Bret Heiar
2. Margaret Pak
3. Chase Bracamontes
4. Martin Kastner
5. Bailey Sullivan
6. Jacques Pépin
7. Ryan Castelaz
8. Charlie Mckenna
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