

The Post Shift Podcast with Shawn Soole
Shawn Soole
The Post Shift Podcast with Shawn Soole dives into the business of hospitality with raw, honest conversations on entrepreneurship, leadership, mental health, and modern hospitality culture. From industry icons to rising stars, each episode unpacks real stories, hard lessons, and fresh ideas that help bar and restaurant pros thrive. Tune in for unfiltered insights into what it takes to build a lasting, meaningful career in today’s fast-changing hospitality world.
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Aug 2, 2019 • 47min
Episode #28 - Kevin Brauch, The Original Thirsty Traveler
Had a blast sitting down with good friend Kevin Brauch of Thirsty Traveler, Iron Chef America fame and letting him regale stories of his exploits. Really great episode and I hope you enjoy it.
Join us every Tuesday & Friday as award winning industry stalwart, Shawn Soole interviews some of the hospitality industries top talents from around the world including bartenders, venue owners, distillers and industry supporters. Get points of view, advice and the backstories every week.
Brought to you by www.soolehospitality.com
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Jul 29, 2019 • 10min
Post Shift Shot #26 - Staff Training
My takeaways and five steps in training your staff.
Join us every Tuesday & Friday as award winning industry stalwart, Shawn Soole interviews some of the hospitality industries top talents from around the world including bartenders, venue owners, distillers and industry supporters. Get points of view, advice and the backstories every week.
Brought to you by www.soolehospitality.com
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Jul 26, 2019 • 41min
Episode #27 - TOCC with Josh Lindley
This week I start my Toronto Cocktail Conference Series with co founder and all round nice guy, Josh Lindley. We chat about what's lead him, his partner Jess and the gents from Drake into creating Canada's Premier Cocktail Conference. I will be interviewing a ton of people as the Official Podcaster for the TOCC, so keep an eye out for it.
Join us every Tuesday & Friday as award winning industry stalwart, Shawn Soole interviews some of the hospitality industries top talents from around the world including bartenders, venue owners, distillers and industry supporters. Get points of view, advice and the backstories every week.
Brought to you by www.soolehospitality.com
FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM – Shawn Soole https://www.instagram.com/shawnsoole/
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FOLLOW US ON TWITTER - https://twitter.com/ShawnSoole

Jul 23, 2019 • 7min
Post Shift Shot #25 - Legacy
Someone asked me why I podcast, I didn't really have a solid reason at the time but over the last week or two, I realize it's for Legacy. What's your legacy going to be?
Join us every Tuesday & Friday as award winning industry stalwart, Shawn Soole interviews some of the hospitality industries top talents from around the world including bartenders, venue owners, distillers and industry supporters. Get points of view, advice and the backstories every week.
Brought to you by www.soolehospitality.com
FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM – Shawn Soole https://www.instagram.com/shawnsoole/
Soole Hospitality Concepts https://www.instagram.com/soolehospitalityconcepts/
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Jul 12, 2019 • 19min
Episode #26 - Andrew Yap from Old Man SG
One of the most amazing venue operators I have ever met and Old Man in Singapore is a testament to this. He is a quiet achiever and if you ever get a chance to go, do it. I absolutely loved sitting down with him to chat about the industry and the future in Singapore.
Join us every Tuesday & Friday as award winning industry stalwart, Shawn Soole interviews some of the hospitality industries top talents from around the world including bartenders, venue owners, distillers and industry supporters. Get points of view, advice and the backstories every week.
Brought to you by www.soolehospitality.com
FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM – Shawn Soole https://www.instagram.com/shawnsoole/
Soole Hospitality Concepts https://www.instagram.com/soolehospitalityconcepts/
FOLLOW US ON TWITTER - https://twitter.com/ShawnSoole

Jul 9, 2019 • 31min
Post Shift Shot #24 - Eat This, Drink That with Hugh Kruzel
I sat down with Hugh Kruzel from Eat This, Drink That and chat about Victoria's scene and whats next.
Join us every Tuesday & Friday as award winning industry stalwart, Shawn Soole interviews some of the hospitality industries top talents from around the world including bartenders, venue owners, distillers and industry supporters. Get points of view, advice and the backstories every week.
Brought to you by www.soolehospitality.com
FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM – Shawn Soole https://www.instagram.com/shawnsoole/
Soole Hospitality Concepts https://www.instagram.com/soolehospitalityconcepts/
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Jul 5, 2019 • 37min
Episode #25 - Zdenek Kastanek of Proof & Co.
Z and I go back a number of years and it was an amazing opportunity while I was in Singapore, learning about the mantra behind Proof & Co and where Z is General Manager of Hong Kong branch of the company. Really good chat to an awesome guy.
Join us every Tuesday & Friday as award winning industry stalwart, Shawn Soole interviews some of the hospitality industries top talents from around the world including bartenders, venue owners, distillers and industry supporters. Get points of view, advice and the backstories every week.
Brought to you by www.soolehospitality.com
FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM – Shawn Soole https://www.instagram.com/shawnsoole/
Soole Hospitality Concepts https://www.instagram.com/soolehospitalityconcepts/
FOLLOW US ON TWITTER - https://twitter.com/ShawnSoole

Jul 3, 2019 • 6min
Post Shift Shot #23 - Singapore Ep. 2
Tying up here in Singapore for the first stint, absolutely love this city but it hasn't been all roses and sunshine.
Join us every Tuesday & Friday as award winning industry stalwart, Shawn Soole interviews some of the hospitality industries top talents from around the world including bartenders, venue owners, distillers and industry supporters. Get points of view, advice and the backstories every week.
Brought to you by www.soolehospitality.com
FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM – Shawn Soole https://www.instagram.com/shawnsoole/
Soole Hospitality Concepts https://www.instagram.com/soolehospitalityconcepts/
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Jun 28, 2019 • 11min
Episode #24 - Managing People
I used to suck hard at this, but now I can safely say that I am half decent at managing people.
Join us every Tuesday & Friday as award winning industry stalwart, Shawn Soole interviews some of the hospitality industries top talents from around the world including bartenders, venue owners, distillers and industry supporters. Get points of view, advice and the backstories every week.
Brought to you by www.soolehospitality.com
FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM – Shawn Soole https://www.instagram.com/shawnsoole/
Soole Hospitality Concepts https://www.instagram.com/soolehospitalityconcepts/
FOLLOW US ON TWITTER - https://twitter.com/ShawnSoole

Jun 21, 2019 • 1h 19min
Episode #23 - TOTC '15 Throwback, Creating a Cocktail Culture in a Small City
A throwback to a seminar I did in 2015 with good friends Bradford Knutson and Oron Lerner. Thank you to the lovely lady who reached out to me and thanked me for this, so I thought I would turn it into an episode.
Join us every Tuesday & Friday as award winning industry stalwart, Shawn Soole interviews some of the hospitality industries top talents from around the world including bartenders, venue owners, distillers and industry supporters. Get points of view, advice and the backstories every week.
Brought to you by www.soolehospitality.com
FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM – Shawn Soole https://www.instagram.com/shawnsoole/
Soole Hospitality Concepts https://www.instagram.com/soolehospitalityconcepts/
FOLLOW US ON TWITTER - https://twitter.com/ShawnSoole


