The Last Train Home

The conversation covers the busy summer season in Rockaway, including the impact of Fourth of July weekend and observations about the neighborhood. It also delves into the controversial topic of shark sightings and the shortage of lifeguards, highlighting the need for better beach safety measures. Takeaways Summer in Rockaway Shark sightings and lifeguard shortage Chapters 00:00 Summer in Rockaway...

Sean Aiken shares his experiences at the Pizza Expo in Las Vegas, discusses the challenges of opening a new restaurant, and reflects on the start of summer in New York City. He also addresses the issue of water safety at the beach and encourages caution during the summer season. Takeaways Pizza Expo Experience Challenges of Opening a New Restaurant Water Safety and Summer Caution Chapters 00:00 In...

Sean Aiken shares his experience of visiting Detroit, exploring the city's culture, food, art, and history. He reflects on the resilience and optimism of the city, highlighting key attractions and personal encounters. Takeaways Resilience Optimism Chapters 00:00 Inspiration and Expectations 11:48 Visiting Michigan Station 27:20 Detroit Institute of Art 33:22 Ford Museum and Civil Rights Exhibit 47...

In this episode, Sean Aiken discusses his passion for Detroit style pizza and the challenges he faced in finding the right location for his new business. The conversation covers the exploration of Detroit-style pizza and its origins, as well as the importance of experiencing different cultures and cities. Sean Aiken discusses his plans to curate a gourmet market, the origin and growth of Detroit-s...

The episode delves into Sean Aiken's journey to sobriety and the impact of alcohol on his life. It explores the decision to get sober and the challenges and insights that come with it. Takeaways Sobriety journey Impact of alcohol on life Chapters 00:00 The Decision to Get Sober

The episode explores the transformative impact of a pet on personal growth and the transformation of fear into love. It delves into the host's experiences in Park Slope and Sunset Park, Brooklyn, highlighting the role of his dog, Addy, in his journey to sobriety and in changing family dynamics. The episode also touches on the broader theme of overcoming fear and prejudice through personal experien...

The conversation covers Sean Aiken's transition from being a DJ to becoming a manager at Brooklyn Bowl, highlighting the challenges and experiences he faced during this transition. It also delves into the training process and the humbling experiences he encountered. Additionally, Sean shares amusing interactions with celebrities at the venue. The conversation covers the experiences and insights ga...

The conversation delves into the challenges and responsibilities of tour management, the dynamics of being an opener for a more popular band, and the experiences and lessons learned from managing shows and tours. It provides insights into the complexities of touring, the logistics involved, and the impact of being an opener on building an audience. The conversation delves into the significance of...

Sean Aiken shares his journey into the DJ world, from discovering his love for diverse music genres to attending the Scratch Academy and learning the basics of DJing. He then transitions to vinyl DJing, becomes a resident DJ, and builds a successful DJ career. His experience playing at Black Betty and the opportunity in New Orleans mark significant milestones in his DJing journey. The conversation...

The conversation delves into the family history rooted in Manhattan, the transition to Rockaway Beach, experiences in Manhattan and Brooklyn, and the exploration of the music and entertainment industry. Sean Aiken shares his journey of exploring creative paths in New York, transitioning to DJing, and finding home and family, highlighting the challenges and growth experienced along the way. Takeawa...

Sean Aiken shares his journey from discovering a passion for pizza to building his own pizzeria. He recounts his experiences learning from various pizzerias, facing staffing challenges, and pivoting during COVID. His dedication and hard work have led to the successful transition to a new pizza place. Takeaways Passion for Pizza Learning from Experience