“Wil just has this master class in storytelling and connection and real world insights. He has such a gift of getting people to open up — not about the headlines and the polished PR, but about the real challenges of the business, their lessons, their losses, their breakthroughs. He’s archiving the heart of hospitality. We need more people that make our industry visible and accessible.”Amanda Kahalehoe · COO · Vicious Biscuit
Restaurant Owners Uncorked
the restaurant podcast with soul
For 15 years, restaurant owners and hospitality pros have turned to this podcast for honest conversations about what it takes to survive and thrive. No fluff. No BS. Just hundreds of successful independent operators sharing what actually works — from staffing and culture to operations and growth.
April 4, 2025
Episode 582: What a Long Strange Trip It's Been: Justin Cucci, Chef & Founder, Edible Eats
Guest: Justin Cucci
April 2, 2025
Episode 581: From Corporate to Entrepreneur: Jeff Galletly, Chairman and CEO, Brooklyn Dumpling Shop
Guest: Jeff Galletly
March 26, 2025
Episode 580: Empathy in Action: The True Meaning of Hospitality with Michael DePaolo, Square Root...
Guest: Michael DePaolo
March 17, 2025
Episode 579: Twenty Years of Billy Bricks: A Family Business Journey with Billy Bricks CEO Ric Gr...
Guest: Ric Gruber
March 11, 2025
Episode 578: Building a Franchise Empire: Premium Loaves' Marc Largent and Jerome Hranka Aim for ...
Guest: Marc Largent, Jerome Hranka
March 11, 2025
Episode 577: Lessons from the Trenches: Chef Brandon Sharp, Chapel Hill, NC
Guest: Brandon Sharp
February 24, 2025
Episode 576: The Future of Hospitality: AI + Human Connection, Cameron Long, Virnika
Guest: Cameron Long
February 21, 2025
Episode 575: Unlocking Restaurant Profitability: Fred Langley, CEO, Restaurant Systems Pro
Guest: Fred Langley
February 19, 2025
Episode 574: Building a Brand Through Community: David Stuck, CEO, Tin Kitchen
Guest: David Stuck
February 7, 2025
Episode 573: From Valet to Successful Restaurant Chain Owner: Joe Fontana, Owner & Founder, Fry t...
Guest: Joe Fontana
February 3, 2025
Episode 572: The Importance of Customer Experience: Mykal Zangwill, Franchise Owner, Fuzzy Peach ...
Guest: Mykal Zangwill
January 31, 2025
Episode 571: Innovating Compliance in the Food and Beverage Industry: Cliff Crider, CEO, Stinger ...
Guest: Cliff Crider