Walk-In Talk Podcast

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Walk-In Talk Podcast

210 episodes · 14 with AI analysis

Walk-In Talk Podcast Where the food industry comes to life. Hosted by Carl Fiadini, founder of Walk-In Talk Media, the Walk-In Talk Podcast is a B2B restaurant, foodservice and hospitality industry podcast featuring the chefs, restaurateurs, operators, manufacturers, distributors, farmers, suppliers and industry leaders shaping the business of food. From restaurant operations, foodservice distribution and sourcing to culinary leadership, food safety, equipment, technology and the realities of running a hospitality business, Walk-In Talk delivers raw, unfiltered conversations with the people who make this industry move. We go beyond the pass and beyond the studio—covering major restaurant and foodservice trade shows, producing original culinary films and mini-documentaries, and sitting down with the people influencing where the industry is headed. With more than 200 episodes and recognition across major podcast platforms, Walk-In Talk connects the entire foodservice ecosystem through conversations built for hospitality professionals—and anyone who wants to understand the people, businesses and ideas behind the food industry. Walk-In Talk Podcast is an Official Podcast Partner for: New York Restaurant Show California Restaurant Show Florida Restaurant Show Pizza Tomorrow Summit Carolina's Restaurant Show U.S. Culinary Open Proudly partnered with industry brands and organizations including: RAK Porcelain USA Metro Foodservice TriMark USA Crab Island Seafood Shogun Farms Cahaba Club Citrus America The Burnt Chef Project Operation BBQ Relief Sustainable Supper Club Walk-In Talk Media proudly serves as the North American media partner for The Burnt Chef Project, supporting mental health awareness throughout the hospitality industry. 🎧 Where the food industry comes to life—and where hospitality speaks. 📬 Guest pitches, collaborations and brand partnerships: Info@thewalkintalk.com

Analyzed Episodes

Mar 20, 2026

Food, Media, and the Modern Chef, Alexandria Ebron, Chef Jason F. Lynn

Food and Media IntegrationSocial Media Strategy for ChefsRestaurant Economics and Profitability
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Mar 27, 2026

Precision in the Kitchen: Chef Thomas Mandzik & Aaron Sharpe with Testo, and the Systems Behind Food Safety and Consistency

Sous-vide cooking and temperature precisionStandard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in food serviceDigital food safety logging and cloud-based compliance systems
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Apr 3, 2026

Cameras, Kitchens, and What Drives Attention in Restaurants: Chef Nelly Buleje & Leigh Wilson

Chef Heritage and Cultural CuisineRestaurant Photography and Visual Content StrategyHotel to Independent Restaurant Transition
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Apr 10, 2026

John Marino (RAK Porcelain USA) & Chef Thomas Mandzik — Leadership, Trust, and the Long Game in Hospitality

Leadership philosophy and long-term business strategyOrganizational culture and employee engagementSustainable vs. scalable business growth
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Apr 17, 2026

Mike Lombardi & Chef Stephen Hicks on Seafood, Trust, and Building Real Vendor Relationships

Vendor-Chef Partnership ModelsFamily Business Succession PlanningSeafood Distribution and Supply Chain Management
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May 1, 2026

Living with Endometriosis in Hospitality | Ciji Castro on Pain, Advocacy, and Showing Up

Stage Four Endometriosis Diagnosis and ManagementWomen's Health Research Funding DisparityHealthcare System Dismissal of Women's Pain
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May 8, 2026

From New Orleans to Con Amor: Chef Taylor Dillon on Mexican Food, Identity, and Building with Purpose

Mexican Cuisine Authenticity and Cross-Cultural CookingRestaurant Ownership and Partnership DynamicsKitchen Operations and Cleanliness Standards
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May 4, 2026

Inside Food Safety Ep. 1: What Kitchens Get Wrong

Foodborne Illness Statistics and CDC DataTemperature Control in Food Service (Danger Zone 40-140°F)Personal Hygiene and Cross-Contamination Prevention
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Apr 24, 2026

Shooting Wasn't Enough | John Hernandez on Food Styling, RAK, and Owning the Plate

Food styling and plating techniquesProfessional food photography compositionProduct catalog photography and production
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Dec 19, 2025

The Quiet Work of Belonging in Hospitality with Marina Baronas and Chef Carl Riding

Invisible labor and recognition in hospitalityEmotional intelligence in guest serviceBurnout and mental health in food service
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Jan 9, 2026

Chef Michael Collantes on Earning and Keeping a Michelin Star in Orlando, FL

Michelin Star Consistency and StandardsRestaurant Leadership and Team DevelopmentMulti-Unit Restaurant Operations
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Jan 16, 2026

James Beard, Michelin, and the Soul of King Cake

King Cake history and cultural significanceMardi Gras and Carnival season traditionsJames Beard Award recognition and standards
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Jan 23, 2026

Holding the Star: Chef Michael Collantes on Michelin Pressure, Perspective, and What Comes Next

Michelin Star Pressure and MaintenanceMulti-Unit Restaurant Group ManagementChef Leadership and Team Building
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Jan 30, 2026

Showing Up When It's Hard, Leadership, Consistency, and the Chef Who Gets the Call: Kevin Rasberry

Chef Leadership and Kitchen ManagementStaff Retention and Recruitment in HospitalityEntrepreneurship While Employed Full-Time
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