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The Digital Restaurant

Carl Orsbourn
Doordash
Chick-Fil-a
Restaurant Industry
Full Course
Grubhub
Food Delivery
Customer Experience
Food Safety
Uber
Waymo
Uber Eats
Texas Roadhouse
Starbucks
Pathspot
Amazon
Social Video
Digital Marketing
Unified Commerce
Women Entrepreneurs
Minority Entrepreneurs

The latest on technology affecting the restaurant industry - for better and for worse.

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Are delivery marketplaces like DoorDash and Uber Eats about to be disrupted by ChatGPT?

Carl welcomes Atul Sood, former McDonald’s and Kitchen United executive, to explore how AI and automation are reshaping the food world — from Cha... more

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This week on The Digital Restaurant, Carl is joined by Jeremy Julian, host of the Restaurant Technology Guys podcast and CRO of CBS NorthStar, for a wide-ranging conversation on the state of restaurant technology.

We dive into highli... more

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This week, Carl welcomes special guest host Markus Pineyro of Oomi  Kitchen to dive into five major stories shaping restaurants and technology.

• Is first-party delivery really the answer? We explore the economics, customer experienc... more

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This week on The Digital Restaurant, Carl is joined by Jennifer Kern, CMO of Qu, for a fast-moving conversation about the headlines shaping restaurants, technology, and consumer behavior.

We kick off with a surprising stat: half of a... more

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Recent Guests

Travis Kalanick
Co-founder of Uber and founder of Cloud Kitchens
Episode: Unlocking the Deficiencies of Delivery with Travis Kalanick at the Food on Demand conference
Andrew Custage
Speaker from Medallia
Medallia
Episode: Unlocking the Deficiencies of Delivery with Travis Kalanick at the Food on Demand conference
Deena DePhillips
Panelist from Red Robin
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Episode: Unlocking the Deficiencies of Delivery with Travis Kalanick at the Food on Demand conference
Irvi Patel
CEO of GoToFoods
GoToFoods
Episode: Unlocking the Deficiencies of Delivery with Travis Kalanick at the Food on Demand conference
Danielle Portofara
Speaker, sharing insights on partnerships in delivery
Episode: Unlocking the Deficiencies of Delivery with Travis Kalanick at the Food on Demand conference
Christine Schindler
Founder and CEO of Pathspot
Pathspot
Episode: How to make Food Safety Easier through Tech - with Christine Schindler of Pathspot
Mike Duffy
CEO of Yum Crunch and co-founder of Ugly Brother Studios.
Yum Crunch
Episode: Sizzling Success: Culinary Content Giants Mike Duffy and Matt Holloway Serve Up a Digital Marketing Feast
Matt Holloway
Co-founder of Bad Manners and bestselling cookbook author.
Bad Manners
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Hosts

Meredith
Co-Host discussing delivery and technology topics within the restaurant technology sector and how they affect business operations.
Carl
Co-Host specializing in discussing delivery strategies and restaurant technology dynamics.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 13 ratings
  • Experts in the Industry!

    Carl and Meredith are true experts in the industry. I love this podcast because it keeps me up to date on what’s going on in the complicated restaurant tech ecosystem with a quick 10 minute-ish session! Although, I personally like it when they go over!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BeauAJA
    United States2 years ago
  • Great insights from smart people

    Great way to stay on top of trending restaurant topics. Spend a few minutes with them and get smarter and better informed about the restaurant vertical. 100% applicable to other verticals too!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    David S Harris
    United States4 years ago

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The brief and focused format offers practical information that listeners find applicable to their own professional contexts.
There is a recognition of the podcast's value in staying informed about the rapidly evolving landscape of restaurant technology.
Listeners appreciate the expert insights provided by the hosts, noting their expertise in the restaurant technology sector.

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Alternative Strategies to Growing your Digital Sales w/ James Buell from World of Beer Bar & Kitchen
Q: What themes do you want to cover in today's conversation?
The main theme is discussing alternative strategies for acquiring customers in a digital context, different from the typical routes known in the restaurant industry.
Alternative Strategies to Growing your Digital Sales w/ James Buell from World of Beer Bar & Kitchen
Q: How do you measure the success of Nift in your customer acquisition strategy?
It's measured by the higher average spend of customers who come in through Nift compared to regular customers, indicating that they are not only being drawn in by the voucher but also engaging more during their visit.
How to make Food Safety Easier through Tech - with Christine Schindler of Pathspot
Q: Do you and your team spend a lot of time with the FDA and CDC, helping them understand what the new tools are or where they have pain points that they're trying to communicate back to restaurants?
Christine emphasizes the importance of creating systems and processes based on communication with the FDA and CDC to support food safety.
How to make Food Safety Easier through Tech - with Christine Schindler of Pathspot
Q: How did you start to be passionate about food safety and come to this as something that was a problem that desperately needed to be solved?
Christine explains that her background in biomedical engineering and public health made her realize the need for food safety tools and technologies in day-to-day life outside hospitals.
Will AI take 10%-40% of restaurant jobs?
Q: Can you tell us a bit more about how small brands subsidize larger brands?
Small brands often pay higher fees for distribution and delivery compared to larger brands, which can negotiate better deals due to their volume.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Digital Restaurant

What is The Digital Restaurant about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focusing on the intersection of technology and the restaurant industry, this show provides listeners with updates and insights on how various technological advancements are reshaping the dining experience. Key topics include the integration of artificial intelligence in operations, delivery service innovations, and shifts in consumer behavior influenced by economic factors. The hosts discuss trends such as ghost kitchens, automation, and loyalty programs, offering valuable lessons for restaurant operators and marketing professionals alike. With a commitment to exploring both the benefits and challenges of these technologies, this show distinguishes itself by delivering timely, relevant content that is applicable across the broader food indu... more

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1. The Restaurant Technology Guys Podcast brought to you by Custom Business Solutions
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1. Travis Kalanick
2. Andrew Custage
3. Deena DePhillips
4. Irvi Patel
5. Danielle Portofara
6. Christine Schindler
7. Mike Duffy
8. Matt Holloway

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