The Post Shift Podcast with Shawn Soole

Had a great conversation with Trevor Kallies of the Donnelly Group about his efforts with the Canadian Professional Bartenders Association for bartenders across the country. They are currently giving free membership (http://canadianbartenders.com/membership/) to to bartenders so they can take advantage of the benefits being created from donations and fundraising.    Join us every Tuesday...

Last week, I chatted about what operators should be doing right now. I thought this week I would do a list outlying what industry people should be doing during the pandemic.    Join us every Tuesday & Friday as award winning industry stalwart, Shawn Soole interviews some of the hospitality industries top talents from around the world including bartenders, venue owners, distillers and...

Had a blast on a live stream with Sam Casuga, an old friend from Victoria who is now killing it as Head Bartender of the world-famous Dead Rabbit in New York City. We chatted about how she went from working Native Tongues in Calgary to NYC in just 3 years. Great pointers on how young bartenders should set the goals higher and further and achieve them. Join us every Tuesday & Friday as award wi...

This is from a live taping in March at the Mint in Victoria where we had a panel discussion about the industry, where it came from, how it is and where it is going. Featuring Brant Porter (Veneto Ristorante), Solomon Siegel (Pagliacci's) and Peter Zambri (Zambris), long and indepth discussion about what's happening in the macro and microspheres of the hospitality industry.  Join us every Tues...

On this special edition of the Post Shift Podcast, we talk to President and CEO of the BC Restaurant and Food Service Association about how they are handling this situation along with the long term goals of the association has for the hospitality industry.  Join us every Tuesday & Friday as award winning industry stalwart, Shawn Soole interviews some of the hospitality industries top tale...

Trying to post every weekday during this crisis to try and get as much information to the industry as possible. This came from an amazing live stream that Chef Trevor Bird and I did on Instagram last week. Tons of information about mental health, government assistance, pretty much covered everything.  Join us every Tuesday & Friday as award winning industry stalwart, Shawn Soole interview...

There are a ton of these lists out there about what every operator should be doing, I also have a ton of people asking advice on the macro affects of Covid-19 on the industry. I don't have all the answers for the foreseeable future, but I do have advice on the micro of restaurants; this is my top 5 list on what you should be doing as an operator. Do I have all the answers, NO but I think these thi...

This is for my East Coast brethren; with an episode every week day, I want to spread the love as best I can. I chatted with Alex Rice of Nova Scotia Spirit Co. about his initiative #thebigtip which gave out $50,000 in relief to industry people in Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island. We also chat about the impact of this on his business and his employees and his outlook for the future. You ca...

This podcast went completely different than I expected on so many levels. From entrepreneurship to climate change to passion vs business, could have spoken for hours on the subject. An amazing entrepreneur, businesswoman and advocate; really enjoyed this episode.  Join us every Tuesday & Friday as award winning industry stalwart, Shawn Soole interviews some of the hospitality industries t...

With every day being a podcast trying to connect the industry with everyone working hard with initiatives and assistance. Today is a huge initiative, SaveHospitality.ca with thousands of restaurants cooperating to be one voice to the government, it's a deep yet well thought out and articulated episode. John and his team are really pushing for a better recovery from this pandemic.   Join us ev...

Trying to do daily podcasts to keep you up to date with what's going on out there during these closures. I chatted with Jeff Guignard, the executive director of British Columbia's Alliance of Beverage Licensees about the legislation changes they have pushed through (off sales for liquor etc) along with the state of affairs with the government, the plan going forward and the outlook for recovery. R...

This week is going to have a lot of information about initiatives, relief funds and legislation changes. Today's episode is all about branding or reputation and the why and how behind it including helping out with the pandemic right now, supporting the industry and how to build your why and how for your brand.  Join us every Tuesday & Friday as award winning industry stalwart, Shawn Soole...

On this special edition of Post Shift Podcast, I did a live Instagram stream with good friend and peer, Jonathon Smolensky from Sovereign Wine and Spirits about how the Covid-19 crisis has affected the industry as well as us delving into some of the initiatives that the industry are working on across the country. Links below! Atlantic Canada Charton Hobbs paying bartenders to create content,...

Ray Daniel had big shoes to fill when Matt Jones gave up his post as the Jim Beam Bourbon ambassador but he has glided into the position showcasing the brands and building the community up. Was a great chat with him during whisky fest.  Join us every Tuesday & Friday as award winning industry stalwart, Shawn Soole interviews some of the hospitality industries top talents from around the w...

I have been relatively quiet during this situation due to absorbing as much knowledge as possible before forming an opinion which is extremely difficult in the macro. But there are a few things that I can suggest during this time so I did.  Join us every Tuesday & Friday as award winning industry stalwart, Shawn Soole interviews some of the hospitality industries top talents from around t...

Another amazing whisky fest episode with James Neil from Beam Suntory, talking about his road into loving whisky and have to balance off work, trave and life.  Join us every Tuesday & Friday as award winning industry stalwart, Shawn Soole interviews some of the hospitality industries top talents from around the world including bartenders, venue owners, distillers and industry supporters....

With self quarantines and the Covid-19 pushing people inside, I decided to do a Instagram live chat and ask the questions of side hustles and new projects and give some advice on how I do it.  Join us every Tuesday & Friday as award winning industry stalwart, Shawn Soole interviews some of the hospitality industries top talents from around the world including bartenders, venue owners, dis...

Had a great time while whisky fest was on this year, sat down with some great people and chatted about life, careers and of course whisky.  Join us every Tuesday & Friday as award winning industry stalwart, Shawn Soole interviews some of the hospitality industries top talents from around the world including bartenders, venue owners, distillers and industry supporters. Get points of view,...

This week, I wanted to homage a legend in the industry, Brendan Brewster with some stories from some industry people. I wish I could have got more but if you have a story, throw it in the comments.  Join us every Tuesday & Friday as award winning industry stalwart, Shawn Soole interviews some of the hospitality industries top talents from around the world including bartenders, venue owner...

It was a true honour to sit down and have an amazing conversation with Tish Harcus, the "First Lady of Canadian Whisky"; her 32-year career is a testament to the brand and her drive to push the release of the oldest whiskies in Canada.  Join us every Tuesday & Friday as award winning industry stalwart, Shawn Soole interviews some of the hospitality industries top talents from around the w...

Looking after the three pillars of taking care of yourself, taking your time and not burning out. Don't sweat the little things.  Join us every Tuesday & Friday as award winning industry stalwart, Shawn Soole interviews some of the hospitality industries top talents from around the world including bartenders, venue owners, distillers and industry supporters. Get points of view, advice and...

Dr Don Livermore is quite possibly the most prolific whisky person in the business today and his in-depth knowledge of distillation and history is second to none.  Join us every Tuesday & Friday as award winning industry stalwart, Shawn Soole interviews some of the hospitality industries top talents from around the world including bartenders, venue owners, distillers and industry supporte...

This week is inspired by Mind the Bar making moves into Victoria, I really love this organisation, what it stands for and what it does for the community. Please sign up and utilise the resources they have to offer, it really is special and a lifesaver for many industry people in need.  Membership (it's free) - http://mindthebar.com/get-involved/ ; go to the bottom of the page for the sign-up...

This is from the Sovereign Spirited Session held in Victoria on 28th January. It was moderated by owner and principal of Sovereign Canada and had myself, Rebecca Wellman (author, First we Brunch and Editor at Eat Magazine) and Emily MacDonald (Senior Publishing Consultant, Friesen Press). This was super in-depth about the pros and cons of writing your own book, traditional or self publishing and t...

Had the amazing pleasure to sit down with Bill Ashburn, Forty Creek Master Distiller and jack of all trades at the distillery. Been making whisky at Forty Creek since day one and an amazingly funny gentleman. Something a little bit different for the usual Post Shift Shot.  Join us every Tuesday & Friday as award winning industry stalwart, Shawn Soole interviews some of the hospitality ind...