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How You Slice It

There’s no food like pizza and there’s no entrepreneur like a pizzeria owner. Join us for a dive into the ambition, endurance, and smart thinking behind some of the most driven people in pizza. Each episode is a new conversation with someone who saw the industry in a fresh way — tune in for big ideas, clever strategies, and hot takes.

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35:12

How Training with Tony Gemignani Shaped This Chicago...

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2025/05/29

In this episode, we sit down with Tony "Professor Pizza" Scardino to explore how a Chicago pop-up evolved into a full-scale, multi-style pizzeria. From lessons with pizza legend Tony Gemignani to launching his first slice shop, this deep-dive uncovers everything that makes Professor Pizza’s brand—and business—unforgettable. Whether you're running a pizza joint or dreaming of one, this is essential viewing.

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37:46

He Built a Pizza Empire from Scratch—While Battling...

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2025/05/22

In this episode of How You Slice It, we sit down with Peter Grippo of Brooklyn Square Pizza—a passionate, no-nonsense operator with four thriving pizza locations in New Jersey. From launching his first pizzeria just before 9/11 to dealing with health battles and industry changes, Peter drops an incredible amount of wisdom every pizza shop owner needs to hear.

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47:05

From Idea to Open: What It Really Took to Launch...

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2025/05/15

In this episode, we sit down with Mike from Pizzeria Lucci in Belmar, NJ, to explore how he launched a wildly successful pizza business with a bold and unconventional approach. Mike shares the story of walking away from a traditional pizza shop to start something smaller, smarter, and completely unique. He dives into menu design, dough obsession, build-out delays, managing seasonal demand, and how one viral Instagram moment (hello, Portnoy!) brought in a wave of new fans. If you're thinking

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44:20

How Tony Gemignani Built a 150-Store Pizza Franchise...

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2025/05/08

In this episode, Bruce Irving sits down with Tony Gimignani — one of the most iconic figures in the pizza industry — to talk about his journey from independent operator to franchising nearly 150 locations with Slice House. Discover the systems, strategies, and mindset shifts behind this massive expansion, and why Tony believes NOW is the best time to build a pizza franchise.

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43:12

Inside Naughty Pie Nature: They Run a 2-Person Pizza...

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2025/05/02

What happens when two chefs open a pizzeria in a 300-square-foot shop, and run it with no staff at all? Welcome to Naughty by Nature in Echo Park, Los Angeles. This episode dives into how Bronwyn and Josie scaled their pop-up into a full-blown shop, why they chose not to hire employees, and how they crank out 80+ pizzas daily using just two Gozney ovens.We also talk about LA rent realities, the mental stress of expansion, upgrading to Bakers Pride ovens, and how they’ve built a customer

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44:23

How Khánh Built Zalat Pizza: From Zero Experience to...

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2025/04/24

In this episode, we sit down with Khánh, the founder and CEO of Zalat Pizza, to uncover the full story of how he grew a single pizza shop into a 29-location pizza powerhouse. Starting as a corporate attorney with no restaurant experience, Khánh shares his unfiltered journey of scaling, systemizing, and obsessing over quality at every stage.We also meet Harly Quin (VP of Operations) and Blockchain (Director of Marketing) to hear how Zalat runs tight operations, builds team culture, and

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42:02

Artisan Pizza from a Conveyor Oven? SauceBros' Is...

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2025/04/17

Redwan Huda of Saucebros Pizza in Plano, TX, joins the podcast to share how he went from learning pizza on Zoom during COVID to running one of the most talked-about fusion pizza spots in Texas—all without restaurant experience. From sourdough pizza in a conveyor oven to hacking influencer marketing like a pro, Redwan breaks every rule and makes it work. If you're a pizzeria owner or thinking of opening one, you need to hear this.

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26:01

How Justin From Apollonia's Pizza Built One of LA's...

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2025/04/08

In this episode, we sit down with Justin, one of LA's most exciting and humble pizza talents, known for his burnt square pies and raw storytelling. He shares his journey from pottery to pizza, how he learned from the streets—not school—and why photography and relationships built his brand faster than ads ever could. We dive deep into what makes a pizzeria truly memorable, the power of collaboration, and how influencers can make or break your business. If you’re running a shop, this is the

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21:02

Inside the Pizza Expo with Audrey Kelly: What It...

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2025/04/03

In this episode, we're live from the Pizza Expo with Audrey Kelly, Co-founder of Audrey Jane’s Pizza Garage. Audrey is a member of the U.S. Pizza Team, a seasoned competitor, and an inspiring voice in the pizza industry. We dive into how she built her business, navigated the chaos of COVID, raised twins, and found balance in a family-run pizzeria.

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38:24

From Almost Closing to Record Sales: How Hector from...

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2025/03/28

In this episode, we sit down with Hector from Pizza Scene in Miami Lakes — a family-run pizzeria that was on the brink of shutting its doors during the pandemic. What happened next? A massive pivot, a family reunion, and a record-breaking year.

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42:55

From Pandemic Side Hustle to Yelp’s Top 100—How This...

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2025/03/18

Meet Kira, co-owner of Much Ado About Pizza, a Shakespearean-themed pizzeria in Pleasanton, CA. What started as a pandemic passion project turned into a wildly successful sourdough pizza shop, landing them on Yelp’s Top 100 Restaurants in the U.S. twice!

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33:57

He Worked for 3 Months Before Buying This Pizzeria…...

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2025/03/13

In this episode, we sit down with Daniel from Braazo Pizza in Downtown LA to hear how he took over an existing pizzeria, transformed its operations, and grew the business in a competitive market. He shares insights on upgrading tech, managing employees, using third-party delivery services, and his thoughts on social media marketing. If you’re in the pizza business or thinking about starting one, you don’t want to miss this!

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66:07

How a Stand-Up Comedian Built One of LA’s Best...

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2025/03/04

Chris from Ozzy’s Apizza shares his incredible journey from making pizzas at home during COVID to running a thriving brick-and-mortar shop. From pop-ups to partnerships gone wrong, hear how he built a brand that caught the attention of the LA Times and Barstool’s Dave Portnoy. If you’ve ever dreamed of starting a pizza business, this episode is packed with lessons, laughs, and insider secrets!

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47:59

Marketing, Hiring & Strategy: The Blueprint for Pizza...

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2025/02/20

Robert shares his business journey, lessons learned from the legendary Shawn Randazzo, and the strategies behind his success—including marketing, hiring, and running a takeout-only pizza shop. If you're in the pizza business or just love great food, you don’t want to miss this one!

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39:47

This Detroit Pizza Shop Proves You’re Marketing the...

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2025/02/13

In this episode of How You Slice It, we sit down with Matt from MT Pizza King in Detroit. He took over a failing pizza business and completely reinvented it—switching from conveyor ovens to brick ovens, simplifying the menu, and creating a totally unique ‘70s-inspired experience. Learn how he trained his staff, perfected his recipe with pizza research trips to NYC, and even turned Snapchat into a money-making tool. 🍕🔥

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33:17

$30,000 Plumbing Bill, A Near-Fatal Accident & No...

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2025/02/06

Join us on the How You Slice It podcast as we visit Petey’s Pizza in Detroit! Owner Steef shares his incredible journey from taking over a beloved local pizzeria to overcoming massive business challenges—including a near-fatal accident, bad contractors, and skyrocketing food costs. Learn how his commitment to quality and community helped him turn it all around.

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40:39

How This Pizza Maker Opened a Shop for Just $75K!...

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2025/01/30

In this episode of How You Slice It, I sit down with Jeremy Damaske, the founder of Pie Sci Pizza in Detroit. His journey from DIY musician to pizza entrepreneur is a wild one! Jeremy started PiSci as a pop-up before opening his first location in 2016. But after years of grinding and expanding, he found himself at a crossroads—should he keep pushing forward or step back?

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30:36

Why This Pizzeria Owner Took His Whole Team to Italy...

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2025/01/23

Welcome back to the How You Slice It podcast! In this episode, we head to sunny San Diego to talk with Glen, the passionate owner of Johnny’s Pizza, who has been crafting incredible pies and building a vibrant team for over 30 years. Glen shares his journey from New York to California, his obsession with fermentation and quality ingredients, and how trips to Italy transformed his pizzeria. Tune in for an inspiring and delicious conversation!

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47:16

How Prince Street Pizza Went From New York To San Diego

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2025/01/16

When you think of iconic pizza brands, Prince Street Pizza stands out as a name that resonates with both New Yorkers and pizza lovers worldwide. Originally founded in 2012 in the heart of New York City, the pizzeria’s fame skyrocketed thanks to its signature Sicilian slices and cup-and-curl pepperoni.Enter Lawrence Longo, the visionary CEO who took this beloved neighborhood pizza spot and turned it into a thriving national brand. In a recent interview on How You Slice It, Lawrence shared

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31:42

How This Chef Revived a 60-Year-Old Pizza...

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2025/01/07

In this episode, I sit down with Eric from Best to One Pizza House in San Diego. 🍕✨ Eric shares his journey of taking over a legacy pizzeria that has been a beloved community staple since 1965.

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