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Restaurant Owners Uncorked

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Restaurant Owners Uncorked is a Top-5 Worldwide Hospitality Podcast. Successful independent restaurant owners and franchise CXOs share their stories, advice, wisdom, lessons learned and more. Hosted by Schedulefly (www.schedulefly.com), a restaurant employee scheduling business with super simple software + legendary customer service, serving over 5000 restaurants, breweries, coffee shops, hotels, ... more

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes615Founded11 years ago
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Wil welcomes guest Ken Stemke, owner of Main Street Social in Libertyville, IL, an upscale Italian-American restaurant with its own wine label. Ken traces his hospitality spark to bussing tables in high school, then a 35-year career in banking that a... more

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Wil sits down with Emily Williams Knight, CEO of the Texas Restaurant Association (TRA), which represents 58,000 restaurants, 1.4M employees, and nearly $137B in annual sales. Emily explains how the TRA protects a pro-business regulatory environment ... more

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Wil sits down with Chris Moran, owner of Bullet Grill House in Point Blank, Texas—an hour north of Houston by Lake Livingston. Chris traces a winding path from teenage shifts at Big Boy to Pizza Hut GM postings across the Midwest, a pivot into automo... more

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Edward (26) and Myi (27) went from hanging door flyers and delivering pies in high school to owning two Pizza Guys franchises in California’s Inland Empire. They share how a decade of on-the-line learning beat any business textbook, why the right par... more

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Recent Guests

Ken Stemke
Owner of May Street Social and former commercial banker
May Street Social
Episode: Episode 616: Building Community, One Table at a Time: Ken Stemke, Main Street Social, Libertyville, IL
Emily Williams Knight
CEO of the Texas Restaurant Association
Texas Restaurant Association
Episode: Episode 615: From Red Tape to Real Help: Emily Williams Knight of the Texas Restaurant Association on Fixing the Squeeze
Chris Moran
Owner of Bullet Grill House
Bullet Grill House
Episode: Episode 614: Built from Scratch: Chris Moran on How Bullet Grill House Became a Lake-Town Anchor
Anthony Hamilton
Founder of Icon Group Hospitality, experienced in independent restaurant operations
Icon Group Hospitality
Episode: Episode 611: Buying the Past, Serving the Future: Saving Legacy Restaurants, Anthony Hamilton, Icon Group Hospitality
Darren Spicer
Co-founder and CEO of Clutch Coffee Bar
Clutch Coffee Bar
Episode: Episode 609: Drive-Thru Hospitality: CEO & Co-Founder Darren Spicer on How Clutch Coffee Wins with Service
Nick Patel
Founder of Patel Tax and Advisory, specializing in restaurant accounting
Patel Tax and Advisory
Episode: Episode 606: From Franchisee to CPA: Nick Patel’s Restaurant Accounting Journey
Franck Desplechin
Award-winning chef and leadership expert
Episode: Episode 605: Relentless Growth: The Story of Award-Winning Chef, Consultant and Leadership Expert Franck Desplechin
Pat Fowler
Restaurant owner in the Chicago area, long-time Schedulefly customer
Episode: Episode 604: From Credit Card Cash Advance to Muli-Unit Restaurant Owner: The Story of Restaurant Owner Pat Fowler
Ross Davis
Lifelong restaurant person and managing partner of REV Mex
REV Mex
Episode: Episode 603: Sprints Within the Marathon: Life in Restaurants with Ross Davis of REV Mex in OKC

Host

Wil Brawley
Wil Brawley is the host of the podcast, representing Schedulefly, which offers employee scheduling software tailored for the hospitality industry. He facilitates engaging discussions focusing on the experiences and insights of restaurateurs.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 106 ratings
  • Awesome podcast

    Great industry insights, therapeutic conversation. Get thoughts from industry leaders on trends and where you can reinvent your business!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chicago restaurants
    United States2 months ago
  • Hospitality Folks Tune In!

    From industry vets to those fresh to the scene “Restaurant Owners Uncorked” offers a wealth of knowledge across the hospitality scene. The host, Wil, does a great job of guiding the conversation in an easy and relaxed yet insightful and valuable way. Highly recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EmmaR1100
    United States2 months ago
  • Make my dream come true!

    Many people said this is a educational learning podcast. And l agree with that. My name is Ava and l am 13 years old. I love eating at restaurants and my dream is to be a chef. This podcast give me everything that that you need to know about being a Chef and showing your skills. 😜 l love to learn from the best. I am going into 8th grade this year. Thank you and bye!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lfive3814
    United Statesa year ago
  • Must listen for restaurant operators!

    I recently started listening to the “Restaurant Owners Uncorked” podcast, and I have to say, it’s a game changer for anyone in the hospitality industry.

    Wil does a fantastic job on brining on experienced and insightful guests who share their real world experiences and valuable advice. The conversational style makes it easy to listen to and I always walk away with new ideas and perspectives.

    I highly recommend to all restaurant operators and anyone interested in the hospitality sector!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    shady0110
    United Statesa year ago
  • WISDOM UNCORKED.

    Wil has a great ability to uncork knowledge ( and stories ) from Restaurant owners. And knowledge is wisdom.

    He genuinely cares, and wants you to succeed.

    I wish could have listened to all these Podcasts before opening my pub in 1997. They are GEMS.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HARRYSNR
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

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The show is praised for tackling current challenges in the restaurant industry, such as navigating the pandemic and evolving consumer preferences.
The podcast is seen as a valuable resource for both aspiring chefs and seasoned restaurant operators, offering practical wisdom and actionable advice.
Listeners consistently rate the content highly for its authenticity and rich, personal storytelling from guests.
Listeners appreciate the deep industry insights and therapeutic conversations that provide guidance on reinvention in their businesses.
Reviews highlight the host's engaging interviewing style, making complex topics relatable and easy to understand.

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Talking Points

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Episode 612: Discipline, Storytelling, Failure, and the Fibonacci Sequence: Inside Chef Sam Hart's Vision
Q: What is your perspective on happiness versus joy?
Happiness is fleeting, but joy is about the journey and the struggle.
Episode 612: Discipline, Storytelling, Failure, and the Fibonacci Sequence: Inside Chef Sam Hart's Vision
Q: Why were you able to get to five years in this market?
Because I love failing; we're never afraid to try new things and adapt.
Episode 612: Discipline, Storytelling, Failure, and the Fibonacci Sequence: Inside Chef Sam Hart's Vision
Q: How did your path into hospitality start?
I realized I loved cooking when I had to cook to survive, and that experience ignited my passion.
Episode 608: From Burnout to Breakthrough: Josh Kopel’s Restaurant Journey
Q: So I want to talk about marketing and brand storytelling. Why is that important?
Kopel emphasizes that marketing should be clear and focused, stripping away distractions and ensuring the message resonates with the target audience.
Episode 608: From Burnout to Breakthrough: Josh Kopel’s Restaurant Journey
Q: How did you initially get into hospitality, Josh? When did it all start?
Josh explains he got into hospitality at 17 with a fake ID, viewing it as a performance art and feeling it was always meant for him.

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

This podcast offers a wealth of insights, advice, and stories from successful independent restaurant owners and franchise executives, making it particularly valuable for those in the hospitality industry. Episodes explore a range of topics including the challenges of restaurant ownership, the impact of technology on the sector, strategies for customer engagement, and the importance of community involvement. With interviews from a diverse array of guests, this podcast emphasizes real-world experiences and practical advice, making it a unique resource for both established restaurateurs and those aspiring to enter the industry. Notably, the conversational style fosters an approachable and engaging atmosphere, making complex topics accessible a... more

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Recent guests on Restaurant Owners Uncorked include:

1. Ken Stemke
2. Emily Williams Knight
3. Chris Moran
4. Anthony Hamilton
5. Darren Spicer
6. Nick Patel
7. Franck Desplechin
8. Pat Fowler

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