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Modern Solutions for Modern Restaurants

Modern Solutions for Modern Restaurants is the go-to podcast for restaurant tech founders and revenue leaders who want to win. Hosted by Paul Molinari of Popcorn GTM, this show is your filter in a market flooded with 1,500+ tech vendors and AI-powered hype. Paul gets down to brass tacks, talking with the sharpest minds in the business to uncover strategies that actually move the needle. If you’re serious about growth, you’re in the right place. Let’s get into it.

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24:22

Olo Launches a Customer Ordering App: Win for Guests,...

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2026/03/04

Breaking down Olo’s new customer-facing ordering app and asking who really benefits—guests, restaurant brands, or Olo. It frames the app as a “remote control” for ordering across many Olo-powered restaurants, potentially reducing app clutter, avoiding marketplace-style price inflation, and enabling “second-party ordering” where brands retain guest relationships while benefiting from network reach and data for better reordering and personalization. We highlight tradeoffs around privacy, unified guest

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23:13

How AI Ordering Innovation is Driving Results for...

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2026/02/26

Paul and Matt are joined by Kerry Leo, Vice President of Technology at Shipley Donuts, to discuss Shipley’s modernization journey since he joined in 2021. Leo explains how Shipley moved from fragmented franchise technology to a cloud-based, franchise-ready ecosystem by standardizing POS and networking across 340 locations, standing up Oracle NetSuite for ERP and back office, and launching online ordering with Olo and a mobile app. They detail how AI-assisted ordering now supports roughly 22% of

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33:11

Vendor & Operator Etiquette in Restaurant Tech: Trade...

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2026/02/19

It's another Thirsty Thursday episode! This time Paul and Matt welcome Laurens Pitts, VP of Technology at Salsarita’s Fresh Mexican Grill, a Charlotte, North Carolina–based fast-casual Tex-Mex chain founded in 2000 with 80+ locations. Drawing on Laurens' experience on both the vendor and operator sides, they discuss how vendor–operator relationships have become less healthy over the past 5–15 years, with less coaching around relationship-building and more lead-generation pressure. The conversation

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25:02

Are Loyalty Programs Dead? Thirsty Thursday with...

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2026/02/15

Guest Joanna Fantozzi, Senior Editor at Nation’s Restaurant News and Restaurant Hospitality, joins Paul and Matt to discuss where restaurant loyalty is headed. Fantozzi argues “is loyalty dead?” is the wrong question and explains that loyalty programs mainly attract already-loyal guests, that consumers have limited appetite for downloading multiple apps, and that loyalty is evolving beyond points. The group discusses Starbucks reintroducing tiered rewards (including a new Reserve tier requiring

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29:55

Thirsty Thursday - Talkin' MURTEC with Abby Lorden,...

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2026/02/10

Hosts Paul and Matt chat with Abby Lorden, the publisher of Hospitality Technology, about her industry insights and the upcoming MURTEC 2026 conference. Abby shares her expertise on technology trends in the hospitality sector, particularly the increasing influence of AI and data maturity among brands. The discussion covers diverse topics such as the unique features of MURTEC, including Startup Alley, new engagement strategies, and the importance of AI education for all business leaders. They also

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23:02

Embracing the New Food Pyramid: Opportunities for...

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2026/02/04

In this episode of 'Modern Solutions for Modern Restaurants,' host Paul Molinari from Popcorn GTM explores the implications of the flipped food pyramid. Highlighting the USDA's updated nutritional guidelines, Paul discusses how protein has become foundational in modern diets and how guests are more nutrition-aware than ever. He examines how restaurant brands like Fogo de Chão, Chipotle, Sweet Green, Cava, and True Food Kitchen are benefiting by aligning their menus and marketing strategies with this

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13:34

Using Tech to Navigate Immigration and Labor...

Modern Solutions for Modern Restaurants ·

2026/01/29

In this episode of 'Modern Solutions for Modern Restaurants', host Paul Molinari of Popcorn, GTM, addresses the pressing challenges restaurant owners face due to immigration enforcement and labor issues. Through real-world examples from Minnesota, Maine, and Texas, Paul explores how these factors disrupt operations, impact staffing, and alter customer behavior. To help restaurant operators succeed amid these uncertainties, the episode offers strategies and technological solutions such as labor

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14:19

Appetite for Disruption - Restaurants Welcome the...

Modern Solutions for Modern Restaurants ·

2026/01/22

In this episode of 'Modern Solutions for Modern Restaurants', hosted by Paul Molinari from Popcorn GTM, we dive into the significant impact GLP-1 medications are having on consumer dining habits. Originally developed for diabetes, these drugs are now revolutionizing weight loss and, consequently, how people engage with restaurants. We discuss how these medications are driving a shift toward smaller portions, higher protein content, and nutrient-dense options. Paul highlights real-world examples

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15:17

What is Working in 2026? Popup Bagels and Here's Why

Modern Solutions for Modern Restaurants ·

2026/01/13

Join me, Paul Molinari from Popcorn GTM, as I dive into the tech-fueled rise of Popup Bagels and why they're revolutionizing breakfast culture. From scaling with data to mastering customer engagement, learn how a simple bagel is leading a business revolution! Listen now to find out how Popup Bagels is making waves across the country.

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34:05

AI-Powered Dashboards: The Crystal Ball for Your...

Modern Solutions for Modern Restaurants ·

2025/12/16

In this episode of Modern Solutions for Modern Restaurants, host Paul Molinari from Popcorn GTM discusses revolutionary advancements in restaurant data management with Manan Mehta, Co-Founder and CEO of Livelytics. They dive into how Livelytics' AI-powered dashboards transforms restaurant data into real-time intelligence, enabling operators to take actionable insights rather than just analyzing static reports. Key topics include surfacing labor inefficiencies, revenue leakage, and operational

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40:51

Streamlining Restaurant Tech: Practical Tips with Pro...

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2025/11/05

In this episode of Modern Solutions for Modern Restaurants, Paul Molinari engages in an enlightening conversation with Audre Bogoni, a restaurant systems strategist and former operator, about optimizing restaurant tech stacks. They discuss into the complexities of platform consolidation, the role of AI in unifying systems, and the importance of operational alignment. Audre shares insights from his extensive experience with high-profile brands like Five Guys and Dave's Hot Chicken, emphasizing the

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35:37

XR and AI in Hospitality Through the Lens of Skip...

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2025/10/29

Modern Solutions for Modern Restaurants, host Paul Molinari from Popcorn talks with Skip Kimpel, CEO of Magicgate. The discussion dives into the transformative potential of extended reality (XR) technologies in the hospitality industry, including virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and mixed reality (MR). Skip explains how XR can revolutionize training, guest experiences, and restaurant operations. They explore the applications of XR technology like kitchen design prototyping and employee

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44:20

Using Predictive AI Tools for Everyday Restaurant Ops...

Modern Solutions for Modern Restaurants ·

2025/10/07

Join MSMR as we dive into predictive operations in the restaurant industry with ClearCOGS CEO, Matt Wampler. In this episode, Matt discusses how AI and data forecasting is used to help restaurant operators improve prep, labor management, and reduce food waste. Learn about the practical applications of AI in everyday restaurant operations, the development of predictive tools, and the significant impact these technologies can have on profitability and efficiency. Perfect for restaurant tech

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28:21

Leading with Purpose: Real Leadership Inside Growing...

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2025/10/02

Leadership often gets boxed into “executive tasks” or “HR stuff.” But good leadership is not a luxury. It’s the difference between teams that coast and teams that transform. Rudy Miick has spent decades coaching and developing leaders across industries, helping them bridge from “managers doing tasks” to “leaders creating culture, clarity, and momentum.”So in this episode, we’re peeling back the layers: what leadership really means, how to build teams that follow willingly, and how your decisions

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