Episodes

  • Rising Tides Live: Valentine’s Day Hospitality

    Rising Tides Live: Valentine’s Day Hospitality
    Feb 20 2025
    In this session, we explore what Valentine’s Day means in the world of hospitality and how businesses can create truly memorable experiences beyond just the holiday rush. In this episode of Rising Tides Live, hosted by Shawn Walchef, the group shares stories of connection, customer service, and creative marketing strategies that make Valentine’s Day special for both […]
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    51 mins
  • Restaurant Evolution in 2025: Trends & the Strength of Support

    Restaurant Evolution in 2025: Trends & the Strength of Support
    Feb 19 2025
    Running a restaurant can feel like an isolating battle. The long hours, staff shortages, rising costs, and constant problem-solving make it easy to believe that no one else understands what you’re going through. But the truth is, you’re not alone—and that’s exactly why events like the Toast Panel exist. The event was held at Puesto […]
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    26 mins
  • Rising Tides Live: Going Viral

    Rising Tides Live: Going Viral
    Feb 19 2025
    In this session, we discuss what it really means to go viral in today’s digital landscape and why it may not be the right goal for content creators, business owners, and entrepreneurs. In this episode of Rising Tides Live, hosted by Shawn Walchef, the group discusses smartphone storytelling, audience engagement, and the role of consistency […]
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    1 hr and 14 mins
  • Finn McKenty’s Advice for Creators: Show Up, Tell Stories, and Build Trust

    Finn McKenty’s Advice for Creators: Show Up, Tell Stories, and Build Trust
    Feb 17 2025
    At the heart of Finn McKenty’s content philosophy is storytelling. Whether you’re a business owner, marketer, or entrepreneur, your ability to tell a compelling story can make or break your success. “You don’t need millions of followers,” McKenty explains. “You just need the right person to find your content.” For businesses, this means shifting away […]
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    27 mins
  • Rising Tides Live: Digital Tipping With Brian Hassan and Justin Roberts of Kickfin

    Rising Tides Live: Digital Tipping With Brian Hassan and Justin Roberts of Kickfin
    Feb 13 2025
    In this episode of Rising Tides Live, the conversation explores the evolving landscape of digital tipping and its impact on the restaurant and hospitality industry, featuring insights from Brian Hassan and Justin Roberts of Kickfin. Brian and Justin join host Shawn Walchef to discuss how digital gratuity solutions are transforming tip management, improving transparency, and […]
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    1 hr and 14 mins
  • How to Produce Content in 2025

    How to Produce Content in 2025
    Feb 12 2025
    Shawn Walchef steps into the guest seat for the very first episode of The Pineapple Perspective with Troy Hooper. As the CEO of Hot Palette America, Troy has spent years leading and innovating in the restaurant industry. Now, he’s amplifying hospitality voices with his new podcast. And who better to kick things off than Shawn, […]
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    Less than 1 minute
  • Rising Tides Live: Super Bowl Hospitality

    Rising Tides Live: Super Bowl Hospitality
    Feb 12 2025
    In this episode of Rising Tides Live, the conversation centers on the Super Bowl’s impact on hospitality and business. Host Shawn Walchef is joined by industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and restaurant professionals to explore how the biggest event in sports drives opportunities for storytelling, community engagement, and brand growth. They discuss the evolution of Radio Row, […]
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    1 hr and 13 mins
  • How Ric Gruber Jr. is Driving Billy Bricks’ Success with Mobile Expansion and a Brand-First Approach

    How Ric Gruber Jr. is Driving Billy Bricks’ Success with Mobile Expansion and a Brand-First Approach
    Feb 10 2025
    For Ric Gruber Jr., success in the restaurant business has never been about just serving great pizza—it’s about evolving, innovating, and making the brand stand out in an ever-changing industry. As the owner of Billy Bricks, Gruber has taken his family’s 20-year-old restaurant group to new heights, blending brick-and-mortar success with mobile expansion and a […]
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    32 mins