Joel Nepa, Wal Ozello, and Tom Clemens

The Off The Menu Podcast

Arts EN ↓ 27 episodes

Food is more than fuel—it’s a bond that holds people together. Food shapes relationships, cultures, and life itself. The main ingredients of this podcast are lively conversation and thought-provoking guests, with a generous sprinkling of humor and a dash of irreverence. Hosts Joel Nepa and Wal Ozello introduce you to food industry experts, entrepreneurs, and everyday people with personal stories and unique insights. This podcast is for everyone–from hardcore foodies to people who just want to lose themselves in a great story. Each episode is like a memorable meal with close friends and fascin...

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Joel Nepa, Wal Ozello, and Tom Clemens

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America's Coffee Shops: Serving A Cup of Community 13.01.2026 46:18

What makes a neighborhood coffee shop more than just a place to grab a cup of coffee? In our first episode of The Off The Menu, we sit down with Colin Gawel, owner of Colin’s Coffee, to talk about how a simple shop can become the heartbeat of a community. From familiar faces to first-time visitors, it’s a story about connection, conversation, and why it’s never just about what’s in the cup—it’s ab...

TEASE: America's Coffee Shops: Serving A Cup of Community 10.01.2026 1:03

Check out this teaser clip! In our first episode of The Off The Menu, we sit down with Colin Gawel, owner of Colin’s Coffee, to talk about how a simple shop can become the heartbeat of a community.