

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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Dec 6, 2024 • 53min
Dave Broom on Whisky, Writing, and Mapping the Spirit World
In this episode, I have a lively chat with spirits writer Dave Broom about his upcoming book, the third edition of The World Atlas of Whisky. We chat about how whisky is intertwined with society, culture and how we drink. Amazing chat, hope you enjoy. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM – Shawn Soole https://www.instagram.com/shawnsoole/Soole Hospitality Conceptshttps://www.instagram.com/soolehospitalityconcepts/ FOLLOW US ON TWITTER - https://twitter.com/ShawnSooleFOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE -https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGgDDJZM7HvJiQCaqmXEVNA

Dec 3, 2024 • 12min
Shot #183 - FOCUS
In this episode, I do a throwback to a series I did leading up to 2021 called FOCUS, PATIENCE, SUCCESS. And with the re-release of the podcast this year and this being my mantra, I wanted to repost for everyone to get you set up for 2025.
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Nov 29, 2024 • 47min
How Calliope Draper is Changing the Inclusion Conversation in Hospitality
In this episode, we sit down with the 2024 World's 50 Best Roku Scholarship Recipient to discuss the vital role of inclusivity and LGBTQ+ rights in the hospitality industry. We explore how businesses and individuals can create more welcoming, equitable spaces for everyone, focusing on actionable strategies for fostering diversity and respect. Join us for an enlightening conversation on breaking barriers, challenging stereotypes, and making the hospitality industry a more inclusive and supportive environment for all.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/ShawnSooleFOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGgDDJZM7HvJiQCaqmXEVNA

Nov 26, 2024 • 7min
Shot #182 - Mental Health Advice for Young Hospitality People
In this episode, I take a portion of the Camosun College Mixology Class talk and chat about mental health, training and the industry in general.
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Nov 22, 2024 • 51min
Curtis McMillan on Disrupting Spirits with Mischief and Meaning
In this episode, we chat to Boston bartender, Curtis McMillan about tiki, his new book, The Mischievous Mixologist and his career. The book is fantastic and I highly urge you to get it. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM – Shawn Soole https://www.instagram.com/shawnsoole/Soole Hospitality Conceptshttps://www.instagram.com/soolehospitalityconcepts/ FOLLOW US ON TWITTER - https://twitter.com/ShawnSooleFOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE -https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGgDDJZM7HvJiQCaqmXEVNA

Nov 19, 2024 • 8min
Shot #181 - Turnover is an "US", not "THEM" Problem
This came out of a long session I did with the Mixology Class at Camosun College. I have the class come in every 6 months with new students and try and enlighten them on the industry as a whole. I hope you get some value out of this.
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Nov 15, 2024 • 49min
AI Behind the Bar: Jason Littrell on Tech and the Future of Hospitality
In this episode, I sit down with Jason Littrell of Kinetic Management Systems to chat about the rise of AI in the hospitality industry and how he shows clients how to implement it in their everyday for guest retention to staff on boarding. Really eye opening conversation about the future of AI in the hospitality space. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM – Shawn Soole https://www.instagram.com/shawnsoole/Soole Hospitality Conceptshttps://www.instagram.com/soolehospitalityconcepts/ FOLLOW US ON TWITTER - https://twitter.com/ShawnSooleFOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE -https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGgDDJZM7HvJiQCaqmXEVNA

Nov 13, 2024 • 6min
Embracing Mistakes
I suppose it's a bit of a reflection period coming to the end of the year, so I have reposted a chat that Mike Norbury and I did when he competed in the Patron Perfectionists competition. Now he is the Patron brand ambassador.

Nov 12, 2024 • 7min
Shot #180 - Embracing Mistakes and Taking Control
A little throwback episode about embracing the mistakes you make and taking control of the narrative going forward. It's a nice reminder for myself as well, so I hope you enjoy it.
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Nov 8, 2024 • 1h 4min
Jim Meehan on the Essentials of Service, Spirits, and Sustainability
In this episode, I get to chat with industry stalwart, Jim Meehan about his career, the industry and his amazing new book, The Bartender's Pantry. This is a must get book, get it here. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM – Shawn Soole https://www.instagram.com/shawnsoole/Soole Hospitality Conceptshttps://www.instagram.com/soolehospitalityconcepts/ FOLLOW US ON TWITTER - https://twitter.com/ShawnSooleFOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE -https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGgDDJZM7HvJiQCaqmXEVNA


