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Peel: A PMQ Pizza Podcast

PMQ Pizza
Pizza
Franchising
Domino's Pizza
Sourdough
Pizza Mia
Mellow Mushroom
Razza Pizza Artigianale
And Pizza
Jersey City
Zalat Pizza
Ranger Joe's Pizza
Maryland Style Pizza
Ancient Grains
Drone Technology
School Lunch Program
Wine
Saccone's Pizza
Ovens
Perfect Crust Pizza Liners
Social Media

Every day, pizzeria operators grind to produce great pizza and customer-service experiences for their patrons. This podcast features free-flowing conversations with those operators regarding the trials and tribulations they face both inside and outside of work. The show also features pizza news and deep dives into things like unique pizza styles.

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Francis Ford Coppola Winery is looking for its next great pizza-and-wine pairing—and Razza’s Dan Richer is one of the people you’ll have to impress. In this episode of PEEL: A PMQ Pizza Podcast, Brian Hernandez sits down with Richer to talk about the... more

Pizza by drone? It may sound like science fiction, but the technology is already here—and it may be closer to everyday reality than most pizza operators realize. In this episode of PEEL: A PMQ Pizza Podcast, Brian Hernandez sits down with Arthur Eric... more

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Matthew Cutolo of Gargiulo's in Brooklyn, New York, joins PEEL: A PMQ Pizza Podcast to discuss preserving one of New York's oldest Italian-American restaurant legacies while introducing new generations to authentic Neapolitan pizza. A third-generatio... more

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Ryan O’Hara, co-owner of Pizza Grace and Big Spoon Creamery in Birmingham, Alabama, joins PEEL: A PMQ Pizza Podcast to discuss how a sourdough-focused pizzeria earned a MICHELIN Bib Gourmand just months after changing ownership. Alongside his wife, G... more

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Recent Guests

Dan Richer
Chef, owner Razza; Uni Ambassador; judge of the Perfect Your Pizza competition
Razza; Francis Ford Coppola Winery Perfect Your Pizza
Episode: Episode 61: Pizza. Wine. $10K. Dan Richer on the Perfect Your Pizza Competition
Arthur Erickson
CEO and co-founder of Hylio
Hylio Drone
Episode: Episode 60: Pizza by Drone? The Future May Be Closer Than You Think - Arthur Erickson, CEO Hylio Drone
Matthew Cutolo
Chef, Gargiulo's Restaurant, Coney Island
Gargiulo's Restaurant
Episode: Episode 59: Matthew Cutolo, Gargiulo's - Knicks Cannolis and Sorrento Pizza Gardens
Ryan O'Hara
Chef, Pizza Grace and co-owner of Big Spoon Creamery
Pizza Grace; Big Spoon Creamery
Episode: Episode 58: Ryan O'Hara, Pizza Grace - Gourmet Sourdough Pizza & Ice Cream Can't Be Beat
Boris Berard
Chef, ORA 1929
ORA 1929
Episode: Episode 57: Chef Boris Berard, Ora 1929 - Ancient Grains Sourdough using French Baking Techniques
Brian Bailey
Franchisee and CEO of Domino's and Team Bailey
Domino's Pizza
Episode: Episode 56: Brian Bailey, Domino's Team Bailey. mp3
Jon Garland
Co-owner of Saccone's Pizza, US Pizza Team member
Saccone's Pizza
Episode: Episode 55: Jon Garland, Saccone's Pizza - Personal Growth in Pizza
Michael LaMarca
Owner of Master Pizza; contributor to PMQ's Beyond the Box
Master Pizza
Episode: Episode 54: Michael LaMarca of Master Pizza & PMQ's Beyond the Box
Brian Weavel
Owner of Perfect Crust Pizza Liners and Incredible Bags; former independent pizza shop owner
Perfect Crust Pizza Liners; Incredible Bags
Episode: Episode 53: Brian Weavel of Perfect Crust Pizza Liners

Hosts

Brian Hernandez
Host of Peel: A PMQ Pizza Podcast; PMQ Pizza Magazine
Charlie Pogacar
Host of Peel: A PMQ Pizza Podcast

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 16 ratings
  • Awesome Pod

    Great podcast, host & content!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sal Reina
    United Statesa year ago
  • Love it

    1000% Pizza

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LarryDoughDoughBird
    United States3 years ago
  • Best pizza pod

    Best podcast about pizza from a quarterly pizza magazine ever produced. Which puts it high in the running for best podcast all time.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Spicy pizza pie
    United States3 years ago

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The show is appreciated for actionable tips on branding, marketing, and operations.
Listeners praise practical, real-world insights for operators and growth strategies.
Guests are typically leaders in artisanal and multi-unit pizza concepts with strong industry credibility.

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Episode 61: Pizza. Wine. $10K. Dan Richer on the Perfect Your Pizza Competition
Q: What makes a wine pairing memorable beyond technical correctness?
A memorable pairing resonates with the story of the wine and the ingredients, and often benefits from a balance where less can be more, focusing on the integrity of both the wine and the pizza.
Episode 61: Pizza. Wine. $10K. Dan Richer on the Perfect Your Pizza Competition
Q: What should drive recipe creation when pairing with wine?
The guest's perception matters; there is no universal rule, and inspiration can come from anywhere, including unexpected ingredients that spark creativity.
Episode 59: Matthew Cutolo, Gargiulo's - Knicks Cannolis and Sorrento Pizza Gardens
Q: What makes the Sorrento-style pizza garden special, and how does it integrate with your regular dining room experience?
The pizza garden brings Neapolitan-style pies to an outdoor setting, with a Naples-imported brick oven, seasonal ingredients, and a decorative atmosphere meant to transport guests to Sorrento, especially during summer Fridays.
Episode 59: Matthew Cutolo, Gargiulo's - Knicks Cannolis and Sorrento Pizza Gardens
Q: Tell me about the origins of Gargiulo's and how the family legacy influenced your path into this business.
Matthew describes growing up in a long-standing family operation, the two-generation and then multi-generation transition, and how his grandfather and uncles shaped his path, blending hospitality with a strong culinary identity.
Episode 56: Brian Bailey, Domino's Team Bailey. mp3
Q: When did you realize Domino's would be a career and not just a stepping stone to your next real job?
The interview day itself convinced me I could do it; the store manager sold me on the pizza dream, and by the end I was certain I wanted to become a franchisee.

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This show centers on the daily realities of running pizzerias and pizza-focused businesses, with episodes that range from hands-on kitchen practices and menu development to growth strategy, franchising, and operations leadership. Guests span renowned artisanal pizzerias, multi-unit operators, packaging and delivery specialists, and technology-forward advocates (drones, POS, AI) who share practical lessons on staff training, brand-building, and navigating industry shifts. A standout quality is the mix of deeply experiential operator stories with broader industry trends and innovations, including fermentation, wine-pizza pairings, and creative branding—offering actionable takeaways for operators, marketers, and potential sponsors alike.

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Recent guests on Peel: A PMQ Pizza Podcast include:

1. Dan Richer
2. Arthur Erickson
3. Matthew Cutolo
4. Ryan O'Hara
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6. Brian Bailey
7. Jon Garland
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