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Luca The Podcast

LUCA, THE PODCAST is a series of honest, inspiring, and unfiltered conversations with the people shaping the world of hospitality. Hosted by Luca Missaglia — co-founder of The Art of Shaking — each episode dives deep into the stories, mindset, and passions of bartenders, brand founders, creatives, and industry leaders from around the globe. 🎧 New episodes every Sunday 📺 Watch full video episodes on YouTube: youtube.com/@lucathepodcast 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @lucathepodcast 💌 Contact:

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00:23:39

Claire Warner: Why Hospitality Might Save Our Social...

Luca The Podcast ·

2026/01/15

In this Athens Bar Show Edition of LUCA, THE PODCAST, Luca Missaglia sits down with Claire Warner for an honest, thought-provoking conversation about hospitality, communication, and the future of human connection.Claire shares her perspective on why bars and hospitality venues play a critical role in teaching us how to be social, empathetic, and present in real life — especially at a time when screens, isolation, and social anxiety are reshaping how we interact.Topics include:The future of

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00:27:18

Chiara Buzzi: Why Hospitality Is About People, Not...

Luca The Podcast ·

2025/12/18

In this special Athens Bar Show Edition of LUCA, THE PODCAST, Luca Missaglia sits down with Chiara Buzzi to talk about hospitality beyond trends, ego, and performance.Chiara reflects on her journey running bars in Milan, developing cultural and educational projects, and navigating leadership, burnout, and responsibility in a constantly changing industry. She speaks openly about why hospitality is not about fame or cocktails — but about people, presence, and care.Topics include:– The difference

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00:12:54

Georgia Georgakopoulou: People First — Redefining...

Luca The Podcast ·

2025/12/07

Recorded at the Athens Bar Show, this episode features Georgia Georgakopoulou, whose journey from a small town in Peloponnese to leading one of the world’s most recognized bar teams is nothing short of inspiring.Georgia shares her grounded and refreshing perspective on hospitality:– Why humility is her greatest tool behind the bar. – How The Clumsies shaped her leadership and identity.– Why “people serving people” is the real essence of hospitality.– What Greece is missing — and what’s about to

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00:26:55

Bex Almqvist: From Lonsdale to Her Own Distillery — A...

Luca The Podcast ·

2025/11/30

In this Athens Bar Show special, LUCA, THE PODCAST sits down with Bex Almqvist — a bartender turned brand ambassador turned distiller, whose journey embodies passion, humility, and the courage to rebuild a dream from scratch.Bex shares her incredible story:– Growing up in the UK cocktail scene at The Lonsdale– The mentors who shaped her path and pushed her forward– Competing, learning, and becoming a voice in the industry– Burnout, four years living in the mountains, and finding herself again –

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00:26:55

From Linguistics to Leading the Bar World — Arina...

Luca The Podcast ·

2025/11/23

Recorded at the Athens Bar Show, this episode of LUCA, THE PODCAST dives into the mind of Arina Nikolskaya, a linguist-turned-industry leader who reshaped how bar communities connect and evolve.Arina shares how she went from an accidental job interview to running her own bar show, why communication matters more than technique, and what most people misunderstand about hospitality and creativity.A sharp, inspiring look into culture, leadership, and building something bigger than yourself.📍 Recorded

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01:03:36

The Mexican Dream Behind Bar Mauro — Ricardo Nava’s...

Luca The Podcast ·

2025/11/16

From barista to brand ambassador to bar owner, Ricardo Nava represents the new wave of Mexican hospitality. Known for his work at Limantour, his years leading education for Bacardí Latin America, and now as co-creator of Bar Mauro, Ricardo brings authenticity, family values, and purpose to every step of his career.Recorded in Mexico City, this episode of LUCA, THE PODCAST explores:– How Limantour shaped his identity as a bartender– What winning World Class Mexico meant for his life– The birth of Bar

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01:07:08

Moe Aljaff: The Schmuck Who Took Manhattan

Luca The Podcast ·

2025/11/09

From a Kurdish refugee family in Sweden to opening one of New York’s most talked-about bars, Moe Aljaff has turned rebellion into art. Founder of the Schmuck brand, Moe shares his story of persistence, independence, and building something from nothing — by doing it all his own way.🎙 In this episode of LUCA, THE PODCAST, recorded in New York City, Moe talks about:– How growing up as a refugee shaped his creative mindset– The rise of Two Schmucks and what it taught him about identity– The decision to

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01:33:23

Where Philosophy Meets Performance: Simone Caporale’s...

Luca The Podcast ·

2025/11/02

From Como to Barcelona, from fixing engines to designing the world’s most awarded bars, Simone Caporale has built a career defined by precision, creativity, and passion. Co-founder of SIPS — World’s Best Bar 2023 — and former head bartender at The Artesian, Simone redefines what hospitality can be when design meets emotion.🎙 In this episode of LUCA, THE PODCAST, recorded in Barcelona, Simone shares:– How he found his calling behind the bar– The creative mindset behind The Artesian and SIPS– The

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01:05:13

Dream It, Do It — Maura Lawrence Milia’s New Era of...

Luca The Podcast ·

2025/10/26

From shaping the gold standard of luxury service at The Connaught Bar in London to co-founding MWA in Mexico City, Maura Lawrence Milia is leading a new era of hospitality built on authenticity, creativity, and purpose.🎙 In this episode of LUCA, THE PODCAST, recorded in Mexico City, Maura shares:– How she left one of the world’s best bars to start fresh in Mexico– The vision behind MWA and its venues Outline, Café Arigie, and Copal– Why she believes Mexico is “on fire” with creative energy– Her

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00:59:07

Julie Reiner: The Godmother of Craft Cocktails

Luca The Podcast ·

2025/10/19

From a childhood in Hawaii to becoming one of the most respected voices in modern mixology, Julie Reiner has transformed hospitality in New York City and beyond. Founder of Clover Club, Leyenda, and Milady’s, she built her reputation on mentorship, creativity, and consistency.🎙 In this episode of LUCA, THE PODCAST, recorded in New York City, Julie shares:– How she pioneered the craft-cocktail movement in NYC– Why mentorship is the key to lasting success– The stories behind her most iconic

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01:00:09

Giacomo Giannotti: Behind the Fridge Door of the...

Luca The Podcast ·

2025/10/12

From Marina di Carrara to the top of the cocktail world, Giacomo Giannotti’s story is built on family values, creativity, and hard work. Founder of Paradiso, the #1 Bar in the World, Giacomo opens up about his roots, his process of innovation, and his ongoing mission to create not just cocktails—but meaningful experiences.🎙 In this episode of LUCA, THE PODCAST, recorded in Barcelona, Giacomo talks about:– The family origins that shaped his passion for hospitality– The creation of Paradiso and how

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01:11:05

Steve Schneider: From the Marines to Building Bar...

Luca The Podcast ·

2025/10/05

From Marine Corps discipline to managing some of the busiest and most influential cocktail bars in the world, Steve Schneider has built a career defined by passion, toughness, and relentless drive.🎙 In this episode of LUCA, THE PODCAST, recorded in NYC, Steve shares:– His journey from military life to bartending– Lessons learned at Employees Only and how it shaped his leadership– The challenges and rewards of opening bars in multiple countries– His philosophy on legacy, mentorship, and what keeps

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01:04:42

Megs Miller: You’ve Been Drinking Tequila Wrong

Luca The Podcast ·

2025/09/28

From bartending in Canada to becoming one of the most respected voices in agave, Megs Miller has built a career defined by passion, purpose, and community. Now based in Mexico City, she leads projects like Salon de Agave and CATA Agave Bar, creating spaces that celebrate education, sustainability, and culture.🎙 In this episode of LUCA, THE PODCAST, Megs talks about:– Her first encounters with agave and her global bartending journey– The creation of community bars like FAM and Salon de Agave–

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00:54:37

From Science to Sips: The Cocktail Journey of Marc...

Luca The Podcast ·

2025/09/21

From summer jobs in Costa Brava to co-founding Sips Barcelona, crowned Best Bar in the World, Marc Álvarez has built a career rooted in obsession, precision, and creativity.🎙 In this episode of LUCA, THE PODCAST, Marc talks about:– His first steps in hospitality and his “obsession” with bartending– The challenges and lessons from years at elBarri– The creation of Sips and the philosophy behind it– His unique approach to flavor, texture, and memory in cocktails– Mentorship, industry trends, and what

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00:57:50

Matt Maretz: From Acting Dreams to Employees Only

Luca The Podcast ·

2025/09/14

From a Fine Arts degree in acting to becoming a leading voice at New York’s legendary Employees Only, Matt Maretz embodies creativity and dedication in hospitality.🎙 In this episode of LUCA, THE PODCAST, Matt talks about:– His early inspirations and unexpected path into bartending– What makes Employees Only such a special place– How he approaches creativity and menu development– His take on mental health, balance, and the future of bars– Advice he’d give to his younger self📩 Contact:

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01:08:00

Rodrigo Urraca: The Handshake That Made the World’s...

Luca The Podcast ·

2025/08/31

From a career in journalism to co-founding Handshake Speakeasy, ranked the #1 Bar in the World (2024), Rodrigo Urraca shares the story of how a single handshake turned into a global success.🎙 In this episode of LUCA, THE PODCAST, Rodrigo talks about:– His roots in communication and transition into hospitality– The birth of Handshake and the challenges along the way– The weight of recognition and building a sustainable culture– Why Mexico City is the perfect stage for innovation– What’s next for him

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00:49:47

Margarita Sader: Designing Hospitality with Heart

Luca The Podcast ·

2025/08/24

From the world of fashion to co-founding Paradiso, ranked Best Bar in the World, Margarita Sader has built a career on creativity, perseverance, and purpose. In this episode, she shares her path from Venezuela to Barcelona, how she helped create one of the most celebrated bars globally, her work with MS BarTrends designing bespoke uniforms, and her mission to inspire more women to join and thrive in hospitality.🙏 Special thanks to Miiro Borneta Barcelona for hosting LUCA, THE PODCAST.👉 Discover

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01:15:46

Peter Dorelli: Style Never Retires

Luca The Podcast ·

2025/08/17

From the streets of Rome to the glamorous American Bar at the Savoy, Peter Dorelli redefined what it means to be a bartender. In this episode, Peter shares his early beginnings, decades of shaping the industry, his philosophy on hospitality, and why passion never retires.📩 Contact: lucathepodcast@gmail.com📲 Instagram: @lucathepodcast📺 Watch on YouTube: LUCA, THE PODCAST

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01:24:49

Bartending Without Borders – The Independent Path of...

Luca The Podcast ·

2025/08/10

What does it mean to truly be independent in hospitality?In this episode, I sit down with Danil Nevsky — the voice behind The Independent Bartender. From working for free across 11 countries during the Vagabond Project, to building platforms like Indie Bartender and the Cocktail Menu Archive, Danil shares a radical, unfiltered approach to legacy, freedom, and self-worth.🎧 We talk about:– The power of sacrifice and curiosity– Building platforms that put bartenders first– How branding, creativity,

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01:20:10

The Maestro’s Journey: Crafting Liquid History with...

Luca The Podcast ·

2025/08/03

From the Amalfi Coast to global acclaim, Salvatore Calabrese – known as The Maestro – shares the journey that shaped him into one of the most respected figures in the world of cocktails.In this episode, Salvatore opens up about:– His early days behind the bar in Italy– The philosophy behind true hospitality– How he built his legacy one guest at a time– His vision for the next generation of bartendersThis is a masterclass in passion, precision, and presence — told by a living legend.🎙 Hosted by Luca

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