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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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27:50

How to Operate a Profitable Pizzeria with a Small...

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2026/04/21

More menu. More discounts. More promotions. Convention and tradition says do more to earn more. That’s not always the case. And for some, it’s actually the opposite. In Operating a Profitable Pizzeria with a Smaller Menu (and No Discounts), we take a closer look at profitable shops that made more with less. This is about focus, margins, and why saying no to complexity is one of the best business decisions an independent owner can make.

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34:34

What To Do This Year to Sell More Pizza - Pizza Expo...

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2026/04/16

Three pizza shop owners. One mic. Zero filter. Tori T, Juan, and Gio get into with Bruce about what's actually moving the needle right now: - small menus- social media hot takes- when discounts help and when they hurt- why cutting items off your menu might be the best sales move you ever make.

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45:11

The 100-Hour Pizza Dough Method That Lets This...

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2026/03/19

In this episode, we sit down with Brandt Bishop, a former fine dining executive chef who completely transformed his career by launching a rural pizza pop-up business.Brandt shares how he transitioned from high-stress kitchens to building a flexible and profitable pizza operation that supports his lifestyle and family. We talk about dough fermentation, pizza trailers, managing overhead, frozen pizza production, staffing, and why success in the pizza business means different things to

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38:23

From Machine Shop to Pizza Shop: How Steve Built an...

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2026/03/12

In this episode, Steve shares how he and his wife launched Leechburg Pizza Company from scratch, starting with homemade pizza experiments, used equipment, and a lot of trial and error. He breaks down what surprised him most, what nearly derailed the business, how they adapted their product to fit the market, and how they built the shop to run without him being there full time.

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52:45

How a $300 Google Ad Turned Into a Full Pizza...

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2026/03/10

How do you go from a mobile pizza trailer to opening your own pizzeria?In this episode, Thomas shares how he launched a wood-fired pizza catering business with zero followers, booked his first clients through hustle and Google ads, and eventually opened a brick-and-mortar restaurant while still running large catering events.This conversation covers marketing, mobile pizza challenges, staffing, and the real transition from catering to owning a pizza shop.

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41:15

What It Really Takes to Go From Home Pizza to Paid...

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2026/02/05

Meet Adrion, the creator of Blk Crust, LA’s viral pizza pop-up that started with a homemade pie and a dream. In this episode, we dive deep into how he went from unemployed to building one of the most unique pizza brands in Southern California, using activated charcoal dough and pure hustle. If you’re thinking of starting your own food business or just love pizza stories, this one’s a must-watch.

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52:59

How 75 Pizza Shops United to Feed LA—The Story Behind...

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2026/01/29

n this episode, we dive into the incredible grassroots movement behind the LA Pizza Alliance, founded by David and Tommy. What started as a response to devastating wildfires turned into one of the most inspiring community-driven pizza events in the country. Learn how over 70 pizzerias came together to feed displaced families, first responders, and anyone in need — all with the power of pizza. This isn't just about food. It's about leadership, local business unity, and building real

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28:39

He Risked It All on One Failing Pizza Shop — Now...

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2026/01/15

In this episode of How You Slice It, Bruce sits down with Mario, co-owner of Doughboys Pizza in Central Florida. Recorded live at the Pizza Tomorrow Summit 2025 in Orlando, Mario shares his powerful story—from union job security in NYC to getting laid off, losing everything, and starting over in Florida. He dives deep into how Doughboys went from an empty shop to lines around the block, the impact of social media, the challenge of opening a second location, and what it really takes to

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44:01

Inside Myrth: Chef Paul’s Journey From James Beard...

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2026/01/08

Chef Paul left fine dining behind—along with a James Beard Award—to open Myrth, a wood-fired pizza and pasta restaurant in Ada, Michigan. After a huge opening, sales dropped. Instead of giving up, Paul pivoted. In this episode, he shares how he reworked his approach in 2025 to reignite growth, build a stronger brand, and connect with his community.

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46:47

How Pat Opened The Pizza Gene with No Marketing, No...

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2025/12/26

Live from the Pizza Tomorrow Summit, we sit down with Pat from The Pizza Gene to uncover his insane journey — from a 4-generation New York pizza legacy to building a $6M custom pizzeria with a drive-thru in Stuart, Florida. He spills the real truth about opening delays, off-seasons, why second-gen shops suck, and building culture from scratch. If you're serious about owning a pizza business, this episode is a masterclass.🔗 Follow Pat: Instagram: @thepizzagene Website: pizzagene.com

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36:06

Why Most Pizza Shops Fail at Team Building (and How...

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2025/12/18

Join us live from the Pizza Tomorrow Summit with Tyrell, host of the Pizza King Podcast and former Tampa pizzeria owner. In this episode, we dive deep into the real challenges and solutions for building a strong team culture in a pizza shop — and how content creation and podcasting became the launchpad for Tyrell’s next chapter.Whether you're a seasoned operator or just opening your first slice shop, this one is packed with honest insights, leadership strategies, and content tips that can

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28:37

Sal’s Formula: Quality, Consistency, and Why His Shop...

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2025/12/11

In this episode, we sit down with Sal, owner of Sal’s Pizza Bar in Orlando, Florida — a New York-style pizza shop that went from concept to packed house with no traditional marketing. Sal shares how his roots in Brooklyn and family pizzeria experience shaped his vision, how he handled COVID setbacks, and how he scaled from 7 to 20+ employees in under 2 years.

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52:56

From Burnout to Balance: Running a Shop Without...

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2025/12/04

In this episode, we sit down with Vitangelo Recchia, owner of Bella Napoli Pizzeria and US Pizza Team member, live from the Pizza Tomorrow Summit in Orlando. Tangelo shares the wild journey from working at Ferrari to launching a successful pizzeria in Florida—and why a health scare led him to completely rethink flour, dough, and everything in between.

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46:01

How Andy Built 15 Pizza Shops with ZERO Marketing Budget

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2025/11/25

In this episode of How You Slice It, we sit down with Andy of Andy's Pizza—a powerhouse operator who scaled from 0 to 15 locations since 2019, all with no marketing budget and zero outside investors. If you're thinking of expanding your pizza shop (or any small business), this episode is a must-watch.

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50:17

Ex-Slice Exec Opens Pizza Shop: The Team-Building...

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2025/11/20

In this episode, Bruce sits down with Rick, the former Chief People Officer at Slice, who is trading Silicon Valley for pepperoni and cheese. Rick shares his journey from tech to pizza, what he didn’t expect, how he picked his location, and what it really takes to build a great team in the food industry. If you're planning to open a pizza shop or struggling to manage yours, Rick’s insights on hiring, systems, and startup lessons will be gold.

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44:39

How Chrissy’s Pizza Went from a Home Oven to...

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2025/11/13

Chris went from messing around with dough in his tiny apartment to launching one of the most buzzed-about pizzerias in Brooklyn, in just 400 square feet. In this episode, he shares how grief, obsession, and a deep love for old-school pizza shops drove him to create a pie his late father would be proud of.

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47:13

From Laid Off to Pizza Empire: How Bucky's Built a...

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2025/11/06

Dominic from Bucky’s in New Jersey shares his full journey—from baking sourdough at home during the pandemic, to launching pop-ups with just $45K, to selling over 1,000 pizzas in a single weekend. This episode is PACKED with tactical insights for anyone dreaming of turning their pizza passion into a thriving business.

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39:13

How One Man Runs a Pizza Shop in a Town of 3,000 People

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2025/10/30

In this episode of the How You Slice It Podcast, Bruce talks with Ernesto Rangel, owner of My Place pizzeria in Bath, Pennsylvania — a town of just 3,000 people and 3 other pizza shops. Hear how Ernesto went from making a pizza shaped like Texas in 1988 to owning one of the most beloved gathering spots in his community.

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48:50

How This Second-Gen Owner Beat 2 Competitors—and Won...

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2025/10/16

In this episode, Bruce chats with Arberie, a second-generation pizzeria owner who left a 20-year hotel management career to take over and transform an existing pizza shop. She shares how she brought in hospitality-level systems, revamped the menu, retained loyal customers, and used the Slice Phone service to handle Friday night phone madness. Every pizzeria owner needs to hear this one.

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42:33

Ronan LA: How They Survived a 2-Year Buildout, $2K...

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2025/10/09

In this episode of How You Slice It, Bruce sits down with Daniel and Caitlin from Ronan LA, one of LA’s most beloved Neapolitan-style pizzerias. From gutting a Chinese restaurant on Melrose, to battling LA's red tape, to going viral on Instagram — this is the real story behind how they built a pizza destination with heart, hustle, and sourdough.

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