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The Post Shift Podcast with Shawn Soole

Shawn Soole
Hospitality Industry
Cocktail Culture
Bartending
Time Management
Career Development
Entrepreneurship
Productivity
Above Board
Tariffs
Work-Life Balance
Continuous Learning
Brand Ambassador
Consulting
Personal Branding
Melbourne
Cocktail Bar
Canada
Delegation
80-20 Rule
Minimalism

The Post Shift Podcast with Shawn Soole dives into the business of hospitality with raw, honest conversations on entrepreneurship, leadership, mental health, and modern hospitality culture. From industry icons to rising stars, each episode unpacks real stories, hard lessons, and fresh ideas that help bar and restaurant pros thrive. Tune in for unfiltered insights into what it takes to build a last... more

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Latest Episodes

In this episode, Shawn Soole sits down with legendary bar designer and hospitality innovator Tobin Ellis, founder of Studio Barmagic and one of the most influential thinkers in modern bar design. With more than three decades in hospitality and decade... more

In this episode, Shawn Soole sits down with Christin Marvin — hospitality leadership coach, author, and founder of Solutions by Christin — to unpack the realities of leadership in modern restaurants and bars. From opening multiple venues to coaching ... more

In this Post Shift Shot crossover with the Bread & Butter Collective Podcast — a series created by restaurateurs Sam Jones and Calen McNeil to share the real, non-scripted side of running hospitality businesses — Shawn Soole sits down with the hosts ... more

In this conversation, Shawn Soole sits down with hospitality veteran Richie Barrow — renowned bar leader, culture builder, and mentor — to unpack what it truly takes to run great teams, build resilient service cultures, and lead with clarity and purp... more

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Recent Guests

Tobin Ellis
Bar designer and author of Bar Design Essentials
Studio Barmagic / Bar Design Essentials
Episode: How Tobin Ellis Designs Bars That Make Bartenders Faster and Guests Happier
Christin Marvin
Author of Multi-Unit Mastery; leadership strategist; host of Restaurant Leadership Podcast
Columbine Hospitality (partner project)
Episode: From Chaos to Clarity: Christin Marvin on Modern Restaurant Leadership
Shawn Soole
Hospitality entrepreneur and host of Soole Hospitality; veteran operator with multiple venues and consulting background
Soole Hospitality
Episode: Hospitality Business Unfiltered | Bread & Butter Collective x Shawn Soole
Richie Barrow
Founder of Hero Bar, Nairobi; co-founder of Kenya Bartender Week
Hero Bar; Kenya Bartender Week
Episode: How Richie Barrow Builds Culture, Empowers Teams & Elevates Service
Colin Asare-Apiah
Former Trade Director of Multicultural and LGBTQ Advocacy at Bacardi, now Trade Community Director, and 2024 Tales of Visionary Award winner.
Bacardi
Episode: Colin Asare-Apiah on Building Community, Authenticity & Hospitality That Matters
Alexandre Gabriel
Founder of Maison Ferrand, a cognac, gin, and rum distillery.
Maison Ferrand
Episode: How Alexandre Gabriel Blends Terroir, Tradition & Modern Brand Building
Kris Hall
Founder of The Burnt Chef Project
The Burnt Chef Project
Episode: Kris Hall on Burnout, Culture Change & Building a Healthier Hospitality Industry
Ann Squires Ferguson
CEO of Western Design Build and a hospitality interior designer with over 35 years of experience.
Western Design Build
Episode: Ann Squires Ferguson on Bar & Restaurant Design That Drives Experience and Revenue
Michael Dargie
Author of BrandJitsu and branding expert
BrandJitsu
Episode: Michael Dargie on Creative Strategy, Storytelling & Making Your Brand Unforgettable

Host

Shawn Soole
Host of The Post Shift Podcast

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 70 ratings
  • Love it!

    Great Bar industry podcast, Shawn has some amazing stories and insights. Give it a listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Scrap Tampsen
    Canada5 years ago
  • Lovin this podcast

    As a long time industry member here in Vancouver, Bc- first in restaurants or bars and now on the distribution side it is so much fun to listen to Shawn and so many ppl I know have real talks about the industry- past present and future!

    If you’re interested in the industry it is def worth checking it out!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    A.Bearded.Vintage
    Canada6 years ago
  • Exceptional advice and insight into the hospitality profession

    Sean Soole has been at the top the hospitality game for many years, in creating this podcast he offers a unique insight into both his approach and the approach of an all star cast of guests. If you’re starting out in bartending or hospitality or want to learn from the best in the game then this podcast is a great place to start!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rob Poulter
    United Kingdom6 years ago
  • Great Content

    Great content with interesting stories and interviews with a variety of guests related to the hospitality industry.

    Cheers!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ohmybartender
    Canada6 years ago

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The show is valued for practical guidance on leadership, burnout, and mental health in hospitality.
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Episodes are described as real talks with a variety of guests that cover past, present, and future of the industry.
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How Tobin Ellis Designs Bars That Make Bartenders Faster and Guests Happier
Q: Where do you see bar design going in the next decade?
There will be a stronger focus on the job itself—ergonomics and human factors—so designers, operators, and bartenders collaborate to create stations that are healthier and more efficient, while still delivering beauty and guest appeal.
How Richie Barrow Builds Culture, Empowers Teams & Elevates Service
Q: What challenges did you face when building a culture around indigenous ingredients, and how did you overcome them?
He explains the push to celebrate Kenyan ingredients, balancing accessibility for guests with education for bartenders, and how collaborations, lab experimentation, and a focus on storytelling helped integrate local flavors into compelling cocktails.
How Richie Barrow Builds Culture, Empowers Teams & Elevates Service
Q: So as I said, I love origin stories. Tell me your origin story. How did you get into the business?
Richie shares a path from early kitchen work to hospitality, describing how exposure to diverse roles, education abroad, and a drive to create authentic Kenyan cocktail experiences led him to open Hero Bar and become a catalyst for Nairobi's modern cocktail culture.
Behind the Bar with Shawn Soole: Stories, Struggles & Spirits
Q: What do you wish someone had told you at that stage?
If you're feeling overworked and underpaid, everything you do in life is always going to be what you put out there in life; this industry can be hard but it will pay you back tenfold.
Kris Hall on Burnout, Culture Change & Building a Healthier Hospitality Industry
Q: How do you define success and has your definition of it changed over time?
Initially, success was about money and material possessions, but now it's about legacy and making a positive impact in people's lives.

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A rigorous look at hospitality business leadership, operations, and culture, with candid conversations about entrepreneurship, staff well-being, and practical tactics for bars and restaurants. Topics span bar design, leadership development, mental health, profitability, and regional hospitality ecosystems, featuring operators, designers, and brand founders who share hard-won lessons and strategies for sustainable growth. The show often blends personal storytelling with actionable guidance on training, systems, and community building, making it a valuable resource for operators, designers, and marketers seeking insights into modern hospitality and brand-building.

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Recent guests on The Post Shift Podcast include:

1. Tobin Ellis
2. Christin Marvin
3. Shawn Soole
4. Richie Barrow
5. Colin Asare-Apiah
6. Alexandre Gabriel
7. Kris Hall
8. Ann Squires Ferguson

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