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Restaurant Influencers

Entrepreneur Media
Youtube
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Restaurant Industry
Creator Economy
Alison Roman
Social Media
Culinary
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Entrepreneurship
Branded Hospitality
Cali BBQ Media
Big Chicken
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Mcconnell's Ice Cream
Google
Bon Appétit
New York Times
New York City
Storytelling

Are you SICK and TIRED of scrolling through your social media feeds and not seeing your business anywhere? On the new Restaurant Influencers podcast, top leaders in the restaurant and hospitality industries share their secrets to Smartphone Storytelling and showing up where your customers are spending time online. The weekly digital series is hosted by Cali BBQ Media Founder Shawn P. Walchef and p... more

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Emily Brown, owner of Eebee’s Corner Bar in Washington, DC, built one of the city’s most talked about neighborhood bars around old-school hospitality and community. Before opening Eebee’s, Brown spent years bartending, running beverage programs, and ... more

Tobin Ellis, founder and principal of Studio Barmagic, has spent nearly 30 years designing and operating bars around the world. Through his new book Bar Design Essentials, Ellis shares why workflow, hospitality, and beverage strategy matter more than... more

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Seth Gerber is the co-owner of MIDA Restaurant Group in Boston and a hospitality professor at Boston University. As a restaurateur, operator, and educator, he’s built a career focused on neighborhood restaurants, mentorship, and challenging the way t... more

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Mike Bausch, founder of Andolini’s Pizza and Andolini’s Worldwide, uses storytelling and social media to help restaurants build stronger brands and customer loyalty. As a restaurateur, speaker, and content creator, he blends hospitality with media an... more

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Kerry Leo
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Episode: He Joined a 90-Year-Old Texas Donut Brand With Barely Any Tech. Now It’s Racing Toward 750 Stores by 2030
Ryan Feghali
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Eddie Flores Jr.
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Farah Shirzadi
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Holly Smith
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Joshua Kim
Founder of Softies Burger, USC Village
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Episode: They Planned for 50 Burgers. After Selling 300, This Founder Began Building the Restaurant in Public

Host

Shawn Walchef
Host of Restaurant Influencers

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 40 ratings
  • Always a good listen

    Shawn generously shares really great and actionable advice. Highly recommend if you’re working in the industry and want to learn from the experts

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Boddiingsytikgd
    United States7 months ago
  • Great content

    Awesome content and interviews . And as Shawn states he is “weirdly accessible “. Reached out to him on line and got a meeting set up within an hour . He’s an open book .

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fabricealce
    United States9 months ago
  • The Must Listen To Podcast For Restaurantuers

    If you are involved in restaurants in any way, this is the podcast you should have on automatic download.

    The insights you learn on the show are brilliant and so many key takeaways from true disrupters in the industry. Such a good learning tool.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Scot_Auden
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Wonder What Restauranteurs Discuss? Find Out Here!

    Top quality and value Podcast. Focuses on the conversations and the behind the scenes of businesses with the owner’s perspective. Always something to learn or apply. Also check out Shawn’s other Podcast (Digital Hospitality) for another perspective!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jon Cheung
    United States4 years ago
  • Build your brand!

    This is a phenomenal podcast with relatable guest who give you the behind the scenes view of building a brand, utilizing digital media and building partnerships. Everyone has a story to tell and what better way to hear them through this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    🔥ddwalz🔥
    United States4 years ago

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Listeners value behind-the-scenes access and real-world stories
The format is engaging and informative for entrepreneurs and operators
Guests are diverse and high-quality, with practical takeaways
Actionable insights from seasoned hospitality pros

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She Helps Restaurant Brands Win on YouTube — Here’s What Most Operators Still Get Wrong About Content
Q: Where do they start when building a YouTube page from scratch?
Start by repurposing content you already have from other social channels, post Shorts to test the market, and then gradually add longer form videos and community engagement, while clearly defining the channel's purpose and the brand's story.
He Joined a 90-Year-Old Texas Donut Brand With Barely Any Tech. Now It’s Racing Toward 750 Stores by 2030
Q: What essential tech decisions guided Shipley's modernization and what role did partnerships play?
The shift to cloud-first, mobile-first tech, a modern POS, online ordering, and AI-driven processes were key; partnerships with tech providers like Savory for online ordering and with Toast as a sponsor highlight the collaborative approach to building scalable infrastructure.
He Joined a 90-Year-Old Texas Donut Brand With Barely Any Tech. Now It’s Racing Toward 750 Stores by 2030
Q: What does a typical Shipley store look like and what are its priorities in the store layout and operations?
Most stores feature drive-thru lanes as a priority, with a traditional back-of-house where donuts are made fresh daily; stores are designed to showcase the product visually to attract customers, while tech is embedded to streamline ordering and operations.
He Joined a 90-Year-Old Texas Donut Brand With Barely Any Tech. Now It’s Racing Toward 750 Stores by 2030
Q: How many locations does Shipley have currently, and what is the growth plan toward 2030?
Shipley sits around 385 locations with plans to expand toward 750-800 stores by 2030, a growth trajectory supported by a tested franchise model and strategic market expansion to the East.
They Planned for 50 Burgers. After Selling 300, This Founder Began Building the Restaurant in Public
Q: What was the turning point that convinced you to pursue Softies as more than a pop-up?
Seeing the massive turnout and the ability to sell 300 burgers in three hours at the first big event showed them there was real demand and a path to scale, which led to sustained storytelling efforts and eventually a lease.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Restaurant Influencers

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

This show centers on practical strategies for building a strong brand in the restaurant and hospitality space, with a focus on storytelling, digital presence, partnerships, and operational excellence. Episodes frequently explore how operators leverage social media, sponsorships, and collaborations to grow visibility, drive bookings, and scale their businesses, often through candid behind-the-scenes conversations with owners, investors, and industry experts. Notable throughlines include brand building, overcoming failures, and adapting to digital transformation, along with actionable tactics for marketing, sponsorships, and guest engagement that listeners can apply to their own ventures.

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Restaurant Influencers launched 4 years ago and published 232 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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What guests have appeared on Restaurant Influencers?

Recent guests on Restaurant Influencers include:

1. Mike Bausch
2. Steven Droulis
3. Andrew Zimmern
4. Kerry Leo
5. Ryan Feghali
6. Eddie Flores Jr.
7. Farah Shirzadi
8. Holly Smith

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