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Post Shift, The Hospitality Podcast

Hosted by veteran bartender and industry consultant Shawn Soole, the Post Shift Podcast dives deep into the world of hospitality.

Recent Episodes

July 4, 2025

How Jean‑Marc Baketel Dykes is Revolutionizing Bartender Education with Imbiblia

In this episode, I sit down with Jean-Marc Baketel Dykes, the creative force behind Imbiblia, to talk about the intersection of storytelling, hospitality, and immersive dining experiences.We dive deep into:Jean-Marc’s unique ...
June 27, 2025

James Grass on Building a Brand the Industry Actually Loves

In this episode, I chat with James Grass of @chefsfavourite about career progression, pivoting and creating a hospitality media juggernaut, Mates on Crates. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM – Shawn Soolehttps://www.instagram.com/shawns...
June 20, 2025

Episode #183 - Ryan Chetiyawardana, Mr Lyan

In this episode, I chat to Mr Lyan himself, Ryan Chetiyawardana about expansion, pushing the boundaries and his love for travel with his new show Taste TripsFOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM – Shawn Soolehttps://www.instagram.com/shawns...
April 4, 2025

Episode #182 - Simone Caporale, SIPS Barcelona

In this episode, I chat to Simone Caporale of SIPS and the legendary Boadas Cocktails in Barcelona. We chat about everything from staying creative to taking over a stalwart industry space like Boadas. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM –...
March 21, 2025

Episode #181 - Hayden Lambert, Above Board

In this episode, I chat with fellow "Australian" Hayden Lambert about the journey to and operating a small bar in metro Melbourne. This is a raw chat about small bar culture, community and business. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM – S...
March 14, 2025

Episode #180 - Giacomo Giannotti, True Leader in Sustainability

In this episode, I chat to the ever charismatic Giacomo Giannotti of Paradiso, Barcelona. We chat about the real meaning of sustainability and it's more than saving your waste. This is an enlightening talk about community, cu...

Reviews

Best inside the industry podcast I know

"Shawn brings in his authentic point of view, realistic and experienced talks among experts on the subject of bars & hospitality. I've gotten tons of inspiration."

Oron Lerner | Oct. 10, 2024

Essential Listening

"Shawn is a legend, and it shows in every episode. Somehow he brings veteran wisdom and unjaded-newbie energy to every aspect of the industry and it shows in every episode of the Post Shift Podcast. W…"

Imbiblia | Oct. 11, 2024

Great Podcast!

"Shawn invites top industry guests to be on the show and it is always a great listen!"

Micah | Nov. 4, 2024