Episodes

I chatted with the gents from Dork Uncorked on CFAX about the impact of Covid-19 on the industry here in Victoria and the rest of the country. This one was much more sombre and deep than the last time I …

Had a great conversation with Trevor Kallies of the Donnelly Group about his efforts with the Canadian Professional Bartenders Association for bartenders across the country. They are currently giving free membership (http://c...

Last week, I chatted about what operators should be doing right now. I thought this week I would do a list outlying what industry people should be doing during the pandemic. Join us every Tuesday & Friday as award winning …

Had a blast on a live stream with Sam Casuga, an old friend from Victoria who is now killing it as Head Bartender of the world-famous Dead Rabbit in New York City. We chatted about how she went from working …

This is from a live taping in March at the Mint in Victoria where we had a panel discussion about the industry, where it came from, how it is and where it is going. Featuring Brant Porter (Veneto Ristorante), Solomon …

On this special edition of the Post Shift Podcast, we talk to President and CEO of the BC Restaurant and Food Service Association about how they are handling this situation along with the long term goals of the association ha...

Trying to post every weekday during this crisis to try and get as much information to the industry as possible. This came from an amazing live stream that Chef Trevor Bird and I did on Instagram last week. Tons of …

There are a ton of these lists out there about what every operator should be doing, I also have a ton of people asking advice on the macro affects of Covid-19 on the industry. I don't have all the answers …

This is for my East Coast brethren; with an episode every week day, I want to spread the love as best I can. I chatted with Alex Rice of Nova Scotia Spirit Co. about his initiative #thebigtip which gave out …

This podcast went completely different than I expected on so many levels. From entrepreneurship to climate change to passion vs business, could have spoken for hours on the subject. An amazing entrepreneur, businesswoman and ...

With every day being a podcast trying to connect the industry with everyone working hard with initiatives and assistance. Today is a huge initiative, SaveHospitality.ca with thousands of restaurants cooperating to be one voic...

Trying to do daily podcasts to keep you up to date with what's going on out there during these closures. I chatted with Jeff Guignard, the executive director of British Columbia's Alliance of Beverage Licensees about the legi...

This week is going to have a lot of information about initiatives, relief funds and legislation changes. Today's episode is all about branding or reputation and the why and how behind it including helping out with the pandemi...

On this special edition of Post Shift Podcast, I did a live Instagram stream with good friend and peer, Jonathon Smolensky from Sovereign Wine and Spirits about how the Covid-19 crisis has affected the industry as well as us ...

Ray Daniel had big shoes to fill when Matt Jones gave up his post as the Jim Beam Bourbon ambassador but he has glided into the position showcasing the brands and building the community up. Was a great chat with …

I have been relatively quiet during this situation due to absorbing as much knowledge as possible before forming an opinion which is extremely difficult in the macro. But there are a few things that I can suggest during this ...

Another amazing whisky fest episode with James Neil from Beam Suntory, talking about his road into loving whisky and have to balance off work, trave and life. Join us every Tuesday & Friday as award winning industry stalwart,...

With self quarantines and the Covid-19 pushing people inside, I decided to do a Instagram live chat and ask the questions of side hustles and new projects and give some advice on how I do it. Join us every Tuesday …

Had a great time while whisky fest was on this year, sat down with some great people and chatted about life, careers and of course whisky. Join us every Tuesday & Friday as award winning industry stalwart, Shawn Soole intervi...

This week, I wanted to homage a legend in the industry, Brendan Brewster with some stories from some industry people. I wish I could have got more but if you have a story, throw it in the comments. Join us …

It was a true honour to sit down and have an amazing conversation with Tish Harcus, the "First Lady of Canadian Whisky"; her 32-year career is a testament to the brand and her drive to push the release of the …

Looking after the three pillars of taking care of yourself, taking your time and not burning out. Don't sweat the little things. Join us every Tuesday & Friday as award winning industry stalwart, Shawn Soole interviews some o...

Dr Don Livermore is quite possibly the most prolific whisky person in the business today and his in-depth knowledge of distillation and history is second to none. Join us every Tuesday & Friday as award winning industry stalw...

This week is inspired by Mind the Bar making moves into Victoria, I really love this organisation, what it stands for and what it does for the community. Please sign up and utilise the resources they have to offer, it …