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Talking Hospitality podcast

Talking Hospitality

Welcome to Talking Hospitality, where we’re all about real conversations, fresh insights, and actionable solutions for today’s hospitality leaders. Whether you’re managing a restaurant, running a hotel, or leading a team in hospitality, this podcast brings together industry pros with one goal: to help you tackle challenges, stay ahead of trends, and lead with confidence. Hosted by Timothy R Andrews, Tracey Rashid, and Joe McDonnell, each episode dives into hot topics—think recruitment strategies,

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22:26

How Climbing A Mountain Changed My Life

Talking Hospitality podcast ·

2026/01/09

This remastered bonus episode revisits a powerful conversation first recorded in 2020, where a walk up a mountain becomes a turning point for life and career.Hosts Timothy R Andrews and Sarah Kettel are joined by events professional and author Paul Cook, who shares the story of climbing Mount Kilimanjaro — and how the experience fundamentally changes how he sees work, purpose and success.What begins as a casual decision made in a pub quickly becomes a physically demanding and emotionally revealing

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36:18

How Do You Get Through Christmas Working in Hospitality?

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2025/12/23

This Christmas special explores what it really takes to get through the festive season while working in hospitality. The Talking Hospitality hosts come together for an open, honest conversation about pressure, resilience, wellbeing and community at one of the most demanding times of the year.The episode blends humour and reflection with serious discussion around mental health, sobriety, burnout and support. It features contributions from the Hospitality Choir in support of Hospitality Action,

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25:39

Can You Build A Successful Career As A Single Parent?

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2025/12/12

What does leadership look like when you’re raising children on your own, running a business, and carrying responsibilities that don’t switch off at 5pm? In this episode, Dawn Lawrence, Founder and CEO of Hospitality Jobs UK, shares a deeply honest account of building a career while navigating single parenthood, financial pressure, judgment, and self-doubt. Dawn reflects on leaving school at 16, finding confidence through hospitality, rising into senior corporate roles, and ultimately setting up her

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35:39

How Can You Make Your Brand Stand Out?

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2025/12/04

Branding in hospitality isn’t a logo exercise — it’s the feeling people carry with them when they walk out the door. In this episode, Sachin Parmar and Sanj Naha from Graphic Kitchen join us to unpack what great branding really looks like in restaurants, hotels and bars. We explore everything from menu design and technology to TripAdvisor strategy, toilets (yes, really), and why consistency is the quiet power behind long-term success.You’ll hear how consumer expectations have shifted, why the

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30:10

What Does EDI Really Mean in Practice?

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2025/11/04

In this episode of Talking Hospitality, Timothy R Andrews and Joe McDonnell are joined by Olajide Alabi, one of the UK’s most engaging voices in Equality, Diversity & Inclusion — and Co-Founder of SISU, the People Experience Agency.Olajide breaks down what EDI really means in practice: how inclusion starts with belonging and psychological safety, why focusing on diversity alone misses the point, and what real leadership looks like when it’s human-centred and curious.In this episode:Why inclusion

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23:07

Where Are All the Women in Food Leadership?

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2025/10/28

In this very special audio-only bonus edition of Talking Hospitality (you won’t find it on YouTube), host Timothy R Andrews is joined once again by Tracey Rashid, returning to the mic for an inspiring conversation with Mex Ibrahim, co-founder of Women in the Food Industry.Mex shares how her organisation shines a spotlight on the stories and successes of women across every corner of the food world — from chefs and producers to entrepreneurs and policy leaders. She discusses the barriers women still

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21:31

What is a Hospitality Skills Passport?

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2025/10/07

In this episode, we’re joined by Vince Kelly, manager of the Mayor’s Hospitality Skills Academy at Westminster Kingsway College, to talk about one of the biggest challenges facing the industry today — the skills gap.With 30 years’ experience as a chef and lecturer, Vince has seen the talent pipeline shrink first-hand. He shares how the Hospitality Skills Passport — a new initiative being developed in collaboration with UKHospitality, Springboard, and DWP — could revolutionise how people enter and

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13:54

Why You Need An Accountant for Your Business

Talking Hospitality podcast ·

2025/09/22

In this episode, we tackle one of the most avoided topics in hospitality: tax. Whether you're self-employed, running a growing business, or just trying to make sense of payroll and forecasting, this conversation with Sema Ziler of Elan Tax is packed with straight-talking advice and practical insight.Sema joins Timothy and Joe to share what every hospitality professional should know about staying compliant, planning ahead, and avoiding costly mistakes — from inheritance tax and payroll penalties to

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22:06

Why Is Sri Lankan Cuisine Suddenly Booming?

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2025/09/10

What does it mean to reconnect with your culture through food — and why are so many people in hospitality paying attention to Sri Lankan cuisine right now?In this episode, we speak with Ranji Thangiah, co-founder of the Sri Lankan Culture Collective, about the personal journey that led her to start documenting recipes, stories, and memories after the loss of her father. What began as a way to process grief has grown into a powerful platform celebrating Sri Lankan identity in the UK — through food,

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20:31

Ask for Angela: How to Keep Safe in the Hospitality...

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2025/07/17

Safeguarding in hospitality should be more than just policy, it should be embedded in a business' culture. In this episode, we explore how training, awareness, and prevention can transform venues into safer spaces for both staff and guests.In this powerful episode of Talking Hospitality, we’re joined by Eren Bessim, Head of Training & Development at Safer Business Network, who brings frontline experience from the police force, festivals, and now the hospitality industry to tackle a critical

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20:36

Does Pride Still Matter?

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2025/07/04

What does real allyship look like in hospitality — and why does it matter now more than ever?In this episode, recorded in front of a live audience, Talking Hospitality host Timothy R Andrews is joined by Tris Reid-Smith, founder of Pride Wide, for an urgent and inspiring conversation on LGBTQIA+ rights, representation, and the power of storytelling.We explore how toxic narratives are being weaponised against the queer community and why hospitality businesses have a unique role to play — not just in

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30:26

How Will Agentic A.I. Transform Your People Strategy?

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2025/06/26

When we chat about the potential of AI in hospitality, one of the big ideas we dive into is the concept of agentic AI. Essentially, we’re talking about creating little digital helpers—think minions from Despicable Me—that can take on specific tasks, learn from context, and get better over time. Instead of just tossing queries at a model like ChatGPT and hoping for the best, these agents are designed to work within your organization’s unique environment, pulling from your specific data to provide

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29:51

What Can Awards Really Do for Your Hospitality Business?

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2025/06/18

Hospitality is at the heart of what makes London the greatest city in the world, and in this episode, we're diving deep into that very idea! Jason shares his unforgettable encounter with Bill Clinton, who declared London the best city, sparking an inspiration that led to the creation of the London Lifestyle Awards. We chat about how these awards celebrate all the amazing experiences outside of work that make London shine, from top-notch restaurants to cozy coffee shops. With over 15 years of

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32:24

Why Hospitality Needs to Rethink Recruitment

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2025/06/04

In this episode, Timothy and Joe are joined by the brilliant Akashia Carswell, CEO of London Talent and founder of Hive Cru, a new platform aiming to revolutionise temp recruitment in the hospitality sector.They dig into:Why the current recruitment model is brokenThe invisible cost of poor training and high turnoverHow Hive could reduce recruitment timelines from four months to four hoursThe impact of government legislation on young workers and apprenticeshipsWhy employers must change their mindset

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21:20

What’s the Real Cost of Ignoring Mental Health in...

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2025/05/21

What happens when hospitality businesses keep saying “we support mental health” — but don’t back it up with action?In this eye-opening episode, we sit down with Rachel Kerr-Lapsley, Managing Director of Kelly’s Cause, the mental health charity changing how the industry supports its people — from the ground up.Rachel shares hard truths about performative wellbeing, what really makes a difference to staff, and why the most effective mental health support doesn’t have to cost the earth.In this

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30:07

Burnout, Belonging & the Real Cost of Toxic Workplaces

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2025/05/08

In this powerful and personal episode, we speak with Matt Cameron, founder of TMC People Agency and co-founder of WellJam, who shares the story behind his mission to transform toxic hospitality workplaces into thriving ones.Matt opens up about his early years in hospitality, the pressure-cooker environments that almost cost him everything — and the moment that changed his life. Now, he's on a mission to help employers build people-first cultures that don't just retain staff, but genuinely help them

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01:20:54

How Do You Make a Podcast?

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2025/04/23

In this special 50th episode of Talking Hospitality, we celebrate a major milestone — and pull back the curtain on the real story of starting (and sustaining) a podcast in our industry.Joined by a line-up of fellow hospitality podcasters, we talk candidly about the lessons we’ve learnt, the mistakes we made, the kit we’ve loved and hated, and the very human reasons that keep us hitting "record" week after week.Featuring:Mark McCulloch (Supersonic Marketing)Shell Righini (We Recover Loudly)Michael

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21:56

Can Asian Cuisine Change the Future of British...

Talking Hospitality podcast ·

2025/04/09

In this vibrant episode of Talking Hospitality, recorded live at Zest Quest Asia 2024, hosts Timothy R. Andrews and Tracey Rashid meet Cyrus and Pervin Todiwala, the passionate founders behind Zest Quest Asia.This exciting conversation uncovers the story behind their mission to elevate Asian cuisine within the UK hospitality industry. Cyrus and Pervin explain their dedication to getting Asian culinary training onto the British curriculum, promoting authentic Asian cooking beyond stereotypes, and

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25:54

How to Make your own Successful Gin Business. From...

Talking Hospitality podcast ·

2025/03/27

This week, we’re joined by Bruce and Paramjit Nagra, the brilliant minds behind Crazy Gin — the world’s first British-Asian gin. What started as a late-night idea over a bottle of wine (and a sink full of dishes) turned into a bold, exciting spirits brand that’s now featured in the likes of Harvey Nichols and Tamarind.In this episode, we talk about:Why starting a business is all about small steps, not giant leapsThe danger of perfectionism and how it can keep your idea stuck in your headTaking

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34:25

How Can You Find Your Purpose In Hospitality?

Talking Hospitality podcast ·

2025/03/12

This episode is in an examination of the evolving nature of professional relationships and the significance of mentorship as a means of preserving institutional knowledge. With thanks to brand partners Graphic Kitchen and Leisurejobs for their support in this episode.This episodes guest, Kieron Bailey suggests that the hospitality industry must recognise the intrinsic value of older employees—not merely as relics of a bygone era but as vital contributors to the ongoing narrative of service

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