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Serves You Right

Do you ever feel like life is happening around you, and you’re just drifting through it? Like you should be doing something—something more, something better—but you’re not sure what? My name is Andrew, and I’ve been there. Like so many in America, I found myself aimless, uncertain, and stuck in the cycle of service industry jobs. Until one day I found the courage to write post on simple thing online. "I"m still trying to answer the question of whether or not I can be happy working in a

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00:53:19

#49 Scott Haas: The Truth About Joy, Chaos, Kitchens,...

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2025/11/11

What if happiness isn’t the goal at all?Dr. Scott Haas joins Serves You Right for a conversation that moves from Tokyo bathhouses to Boston kitchens to the quiet psychology of joy. We talk about what Japan gets right, what Western culture keeps missing, and why true happiness might start where comfort ends. And of course, why sometimes the reverse of all of those are true too!He reveals how his years inside Michelin-level kitchens became a masterclass in empathy, structure, and chaos management

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00:51:54

#48 Eddie Heintz: Can You Really Teach Hospitality?

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2025/11/04

Most people think hospitality is about smiling and serving. Eddie Heintz says they’re wrong.He’s the Director of Hospitality at Caymus Vineyards and the author of Making Welcome, a book that blends Buddhist insight, Hawaiian spirit, and hard-earned lessons from decades in fine dining. He believes kindness is a skill, not a trait and, most importantly, that it can be trained, practiced, and measured like any craft.In this conversation, Eddie reveals how he went from bartending at TGI Fridays to

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00:48:09

#47 Camper English: Clear Ice, Toxic Cocktails, and...

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2025/10/28

Most people just see a cocktail. Camper English sees centuries of science, danger, and human obsession frozen in a glass.He’s the author of Doctors and Distillers and The Ice Book, two incredible works full of adventure and fun (and drinks, lots of drinks). In this conversation, we explore what happens when curiosity becomes a full-time profession: why clear ice became a cultural status symbol, how bartenders almost poisoned people in the name of creativity, and what ancient monks knew about

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00:56:38

#46 Andrew Hurley: the Man who Built a Vegas Wine Empire

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2025/10/21

Andrew Hurley is the wine director at Guy Savoy inside Caesar’s Palace: a world famous temple of service where $800 tasting menus and $500 wine pairings are normal nights. But his story isn’t polished. It’s not stuffy, it’s something rare in the wine world: spontaneous, unpolished, and (shocking) fun!He started bussing tables just to get out of the heat. Now he runs one of the most prestigious wine programs in the country, serving DRCs and Krug to guests who wait a year for a seat. Along the way, he

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#45 Franck Desplechin: The Chef Who Learned English...

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2025/10/14

Chef Franck Desplechin’s journey defies logic. From a young apprentice in France to executive pastry chef in Hawaii, from Michelin kitchens to building Incrementum, his story is a masterclass in reinvention. He talks about failing forward, learning languages under fire, and turning discomfort into the engine of growth.This episode dives deep into the psychology of leadership, burnout, and the addiction to fixing what’s broken. Franck reveals how luxury hospitality taught him empathy, how he rebuilt

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00:47:47

#44 Kelli White: Wine Confidence Is a Superpower

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2025/10/07

Kelli White has spent her career translating the mystique of wine into something real, personal, and alive. From working the floor at Veritas to writing for GuildSomm and publishing monumental books, she’s seen every side of the industry, and she’s tired of seeing people feel small around a glass of wine.This episode dives deep into the psychology of taste, the myth of “right and wrong” pairings, and the subtle power that comes from understanding the world’s most romantic beverage. Kelli shares

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00:55:00

#43 Becky Garrison: From Antifreeze to...

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2025/09/30

Ever tasted a whiskey that once contained radiator rust and antifreeze? That’s not a nightmare, it’s history. Washington’s spirits have been forged in fire, fraud, and fierce reinvention.Washington’s drinking history is wilder than you’ve been told. Author Becky Garrison joins to discuss her book Distilled in Washington and the untold saga of spirits in the Pacific Northwest. From fur traders weaponizing whiskey against Native peoples to prohibition-era moonshiners cutting booze with antifreeze, the

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00:47:33

#42 Stefano Catino: From Small Town Italy to World’s...

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2025/09/23

Stefano Catino didn’t just open bars, he redefined what hospitality looks like in Australia. From Maybe Frank to the award-winning Maybe Sammy, his vision has put Sydney on the global cocktail map.In this conversation, we explore how an Italian kid who grew up in his father’s restaurant went on to shape one of the most admired bar groups in the world. Stefano shares stories of mentorship, risk-taking, resilience, and the surprising philosophies that keep his venues buzzing with life.Hear about the

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00:48:08

#41 Kate Holowchik: Donuts, Toxic Kitchens, and the...

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2025/09/16

Kate Holowchik, owner of Lionheart Confections, is redefining what it means to be a pastry chef. From secret-flavor donuts that sell out in minutes to navigating the brutal reality of toxic kitchen culture, Kate’s journey is both heartbreaking and uplifting.In this episode, we dive into the artistry and grit it takes to survive in hospitality. Kate reveals how family traditions shaped her love for food, why she refuses to sacrifice quality for scale, and the hard truth about mental health in

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00:50:08

#40 Why Sother Teague Refuses to Serve Margaritas

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2025/09/09

Sother Teague is not your average bartender. A former chef, teacher, and researcher, he built Amor y Amargo into a shrine to bitters and stirred drinks. His philosophy is simple: do one thing with ruthless focus and let the craft speak for itself.In this conversation we trace his journey from culinary classrooms to world-class cocktail bars, unpack the science of why humans fear and then crave bitterness, and explore how naming, ritual, and repetition shape culture behind the bar. Along the way

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#39 Edward Slingerland: Why Society Needs Alcohol...

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2025/09/04

Why do humans risk so much, and sacrifice so greatly, for alcohol? In this provocative episode with Edward Slingerland, we explore the hidden evolutionary functions of intoxication. Drawing on philosophy, history, and cutting-edge science, Slingerland reveals how alcohol has acted as a cultural technology for creativity, cooperation, and community.From wu-wei in the East to Viking binge drinking, from Southern European rituals to the rise of cannabis culture, this conversation challenges everything

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#38 Aaron Goldfarb: Inside the Underground World of...

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2025/09/02

Rare spirits aren’t just drinks, they’re liquid time capsules. In this episode of Serves You Right, I get a chance to talk with acclaimed author Aaron Goldfarb to explore the fascinating world of dusty bottles and vintage spirits. From bourbon once aged longer than the label admitted, to rum menus at Trader Vic’s that would shock modern collectors, this conversation uncovers history, culture, and flavor in every forgotten bottle.Aaron shares stories of hunters who stumble upon unopened liquor

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#37 Adam Fox: Canard Vineyards, How a Burned Winery...

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2025/08/28

Napa Valley is filled with polished tasting rooms and corporate names, but Adam Fox and Canard Vineyard are holding onto something rare: authenticity. In this conversation, Adam shares his winding journey from film sets in Hollywood to the rugged rows of Napa vines, where he now serves as Managing Director of one of the last true estate-grown, dry-farmed vineyards in the valley .We dive into the fire that destroyed their 2020 vintage and how they turned tragedy into resilience with a

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#36: Natalie Migliarini Breaks Every Cocktail Rule,...

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2025/08/26

Natalie Migliarini didn’t just create Beautiful Booze, she created a movement. What started as a personal experiment in home entertaining grew into a globally recognized cocktail brand, a bestselling book, and a starring role on Drink Masters. And she did it all without ever being a career bartender.In this episode, Natalie shares her unfiltered story of leaping from a safe job into a whirlwind of travel, content creation, and unexpected opportunities. We dive into the challenges of writing your own

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#35 Molly Bradbury: The Hidden Heat Behind Bitter...

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2025/08/21

What if the secret to unforgettable cocktails wasn’t the spirit, but the bitters?In this episode of Serves You Right, I sit down with Molly Bradbury, the powerhouse behind Bitter End Bitters, a company redefining how flavor shows up in your glass. Molly Bradbury never planned on running a bitters company. But when the founder of Bitter End Bitters was ready to move on, she seized the chance and transformed it into a global brand. From Santa Fe to France to Colombia, her inventive blends (like

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#34 Stanislav Harcinik: Why This Bar in Bratislava...

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2025/08/19

Stanislav Harcinik is more than a bartender, he’s a cultural architect. Ranked among the world’s most influential bar figures, he’s redefining what cocktail culture can look like outside of the industry’s biggest capitals. From Mirror Bar’s breathtaking blend of history, art, and nature to his groundbreaking book Cocktail Balance, to his newest book, Stan is proving that influence doesn’t depend on geography: it depends on vision.In this episode, we unpack his unlikely journey: from a broke student

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#33 Man Made Mead: Brewing Mead Is Easier Than You...

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2025/08/14

Mead is the oldest known alcoholic beverage, but it’s still a mystery to most people. Garrett Freeman, the creator of Man Made Mead, has made it his mission to change that through approachable education, wild experiments, and a thriving online community. With nearly a decade of brewing under his belt, he shares insights from hundreds of batches (and not always successes) ranging from traditional honey-water-yeast recipes to bold flavor combinations you’ve never imagined.We explore the history,

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#32 Randy Caparoso: Old Vines, New Rules...the Wine...

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2025/08/12

In today's talk, Randy pulls back the curtain on the truth about old vines, why perception in the wine world lags decades behind reality, and how a little-known sustainability program from Lodi is reshaping vineyards worldwide. He shares insider stories from decades in the restaurant industry, reveals why terroir is making a comeback, and explains how younger wine drinkers are forcing the industry to evolve.If you’ve ever wondered what truly makes a wine great, or why some of the best grapes in

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#31 ET: The Man Behind Dirty Sue, Surfer on Acid, and...

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2025/08/07

In this episode, I sit down with the one and only Eric Tecosky (Also known as ET). He’s the creator of Dirty Sue olive juice (finally, bottled olive juice that doesn’t taste like disappointment), former national brand ambassador for Jack Daniel’s, and yes, he’s the bartender who invented the “Surfer on Acid.”Expect to Learn:Why Dirty Sue changed the dirty martini game (and what most bars still get wrong)The hilarious, chaotic origin of the “Surfer on Acid” shot—and how it spread nationwideWhat it

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#30 Tristan Donovan: Snails, Missiles & Soda, The...

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2025/08/05

In this episode, I sit down with cultural historian and journalist Tristan Donovan, author of Fizz: How Soda Shook Up the World, a book that starts with carbonated air and ends in war, marketing madness, and Soviet missile booths repurposed as Coke stands.We dive deep into the weird, wonderful, and occasionally disgusting history of soda.Expect to learn:How Coca-Cola built an empire through war, sugar, and street corner propagandaWhy Pepsi almost died (and how essentially molasses smuggling saved

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