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Say Grace

Steve Palmer
Hospitality Industry
Hospitality
Mental Health
Southern Cuisine
Culinary Arts
Mentorship
Highlands Bar & Grill
Birmingham
New York City
Restaurant Management
Covid-19
New Orleans
Recovery
Shake Shack
Danny Meyer
Sustainability
Covid-19 Impact On Restaurants
Wine Tasting
Professionalism In Restaurants
Restaurants

A soulful exploration of the hospitality industry through the eyes of celebrated restaurateur and author Steve Palmer. Combining the richness of grace—a pre-meal tradition in the South, a gift freely given, and a timeless virtue—with the transformative journey of hospitality, this podcast dives deep into the stories behind the industry. With heartfelt conversations, Palmer uncovers personal journe... more

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes46Foundeda year ago
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Jon Bassford is a best-selling author, TEDx speaker, and founder of Lateral Solutions, an operations consulting and advisory firm.

With a background spanning law, philosophy, and executive operations, Jon now helps founders and leadership teams sca... more

Alyssa Maute Smith is the Executive Director of Charleston Wine + Food, where she led the organization into its 20th anniversary year in 2026 with a focus on community, education, and sustainability. A Charleston native appointed to the role in 2023,... more

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Bill Addison is the restaurant critic for the Los Angeles Times, where he writes influential reviews and guides that spotlight the diversity of the Southern California dining scene. Bill is the recipient of the 2023 Craig Claiborne Distinguished Rest... more

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Rose Previte is the owner of Washington, D.C.’s acclaimed restaurants and bars Compass Rose, MICHELIN-starred Maydan, Medina, and Maydan Market in Los Angeles. She is also the author of a cookbook called “Maydan,” and the co-founder of Go There Wines... more

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Recent Guests

Alyssa Maute Smith
Executive Director of Charleston Wine + Food
Charleston Wine + Food
Episode: EP 22: A Conversation with Alyssa Maute Smith of Charleston Wine + Food
Bill Addison
Restaurant critic for Los Angeles Times
Los Angeles Times
Episode: EP 21: A Conversation with Bill Addison of the Los Angeles Times
Rose Previte
Owner of Compass Rose and Maydan, author
Maydan, Compass Rose
Episode: EP 20: A Conversation with Rose Previte of Maydan
Alex Harrell
Executive Chef of The Gloriette, Covington (The Southern Hotel)
The Gloriette, The Southern Hotel
Episode: EP 19: A Conversation with Chef Alex Harrell of The Gloriette and Ben’s Friends
Mia Devillier
Director of Operations, La Petite Grocery
La Petite Grocery
Episode: EP 18: A Conversation with Justin and Mia Devillier of La Petite Grocery
Justin Devillier
Director of Culinary, La Petite Grocery
La Petite Grocery
Episode: EP 18: A Conversation with Justin and Mia Devillier of La Petite Grocery
James London
Acclaimed chef and founder of Chubby Fish
Chubby Fish
Episode: EP 17: A Conversation with James London of Chubby Fish
Kat Kinsman
Executive editor of Food Features at Food & Wine Magazine; author and mental health advocate
Food & Wine Magazine
Episode: EP 16: A Conversation with Kat Kinsman of Food & Wine
Wolfgang Puck
Iconic chef, restaurateur, and culinary pioneer known for revolutionizing modern cuisine.
Wolfgang Puck Companies
Episode: EP 15: A Conversation with Culinary Icon Wolfgang Puck

Host

Steve Palmer
Host known for guiding conversations on hospitality, leadership, and personal journeys within the industry.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 31 ratings
  • Great conversation!

    Such an authentic and interesting conversation between friends. Look forward to more!

    Apple Podcasts
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    Forty Beads Girl
    United Statesa year ago

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Guests consistently bring depth on resilience and mentorship.
Authentic and insightful dialogue that feels like a chat among industry colleagues.
Great conversation!
The host skillfully weaves business, culture, and personal growth in hospitality.

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#100
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Apple Podcasts
#116
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EP 22: A Conversation with Alyssa Maute Smith of Charleston Wine + Food
Q: What are you most proud of about the festival after 20 years?
She emphasizes the community's excitement, the hands-on engagement of locals, and the personal connections formed through the festival, describing it as a source of pride for the city and its hospitality scene.
EP 22: A Conversation with Alyssa Maute Smith of Charleston Wine + Food
Q: What makes the festival unique in your view, especially as a nonprofit?
Alyssa discusses the nonprofit mission, local purchasing, and the broader impact on the community, including the economic benefits and the way the festival supports local artisans, farmers, and small businesses.
EP 22: A Conversation with Alyssa Maute Smith of Charleston Wine + Food
Q: What was the turning point that convinced you to apply for the executive director position?
She explains a mentor encouraged her to apply, highlighting her intimate knowledge of the festival, relationships with local players, and belief that she could push the festival forward while staying true to the community.
EP 22: A Conversation with Alyssa Maute Smith of Charleston Wine + Food
Q: Tell me how you found your path to the festival and what drew you to this role.
Alyssa shares that she started in PR and communications, fell into events, and saw the festival as a natural place to advocate for storytelling and community representation, which led her to pursue the ED role to ensure locals are deeply reflected in the festival.
EP 19: A Conversation with Chef Alex Harrell of The Gloriette and Ben’s Friends
Q: How did you find food?
Harrell describes a late-found passion sparked by a summer job in northwest Florida, drawing inspiration from family, a hands-on kitchen environment, and the mentorship of seasoned cooks that helped him see a path in professional kitchens.

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A thoughtful series exploring the hospitality world through intimate conversations with leaders, chefs, critics, and entrepreneurs. Episodes center on career journeys, mentorship, resilience, and the evolving meaning of hospitality—from staff culture and leadership to mental health advocacy and community impact. The show often blends personal origin stories with industry-wide shifts, offering practical lessons for operators, media professionals, and aspiring guests about building sustainable businesses and meaningful guest experiences. A notable through-line is the emphasis on grace, both as a Southern hospitality tradition and as a mindset for navigating challenges in restaurants and media alike.

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1. Alyssa Maute Smith
2. Bill Addison
3. Rose Previte
4. Alex Harrell
5. Mia Devillier
6. Justin Devillier
7. James London
8. Kat Kinsman

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