The meez Podcast
Josh Sharkey (Entrepreneur, professional chef, and founder/CEO of meez, the culinaryOS for food professionals) interviews world class entrepreneurs in the food space that are shifting the paradigm of how we innovate and operate in our industry.
Episodes
85 episodes
Chef Jonathan Benno on Leadership, Discipline, and Elevating Four Twenty Five Park
#81. In this episode of The meez Podcast, host Josh Sharkey is joined by Jonathan Benno, Culinary Director of Four Twenty Five Park, to explore Jonathan’s remarkable culinary journey. It a...
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Episode 81
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54:15
Chef PJ Calapa on His Expansive Career as an Executive Chef
#80. In this episode of the meez Podcast, Josh Sharkey sits down with PJ Calapa, Executive Chef of Marea in NY and Beverly Hills. Chef PJ Calapa’s exposure to a broad range of cu...
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Episode 80
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1:08:33
Melina Shannon-Dipietro on Empowering the Industry to Change the World Through MAD
#79. In this episode of the meez Podcast, Josh Sharkey sits down with Melina Shannon-DiPietro, Executive Director of the MAD Foundation, to explore how MAD is transforming the hospitality industry throug...
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Episode 79
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50:37
Basu Ratnam on Expanding the Reach of Indian Cuisine through INDAY
#78. In this episode of The meez Podcast, host Josh Sharkey sits down with Basu Ratnam, founder of karma-infused restaurant group,
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Episode 78
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58:10
Chef Opie Crooks on Building FARM Hospitality Group and Preparing for Fatherhood
#77. In this episode of The meez Podcast, host Josh Sharkey sits down with Chef Opie Crooks, a culinary talent and soon-to-be dad. Josh shares the story of how he first met Opie at an event in Washington, D.C., where Opie's graciousness and exc...
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Episode 77
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37:29
Alice Cheng on Connecting the Industry through Her Company, Culinary Agents
#76. On this episode of The meez Podcast, we sit down with Alice Cheng, founder and CEO of Culinary Agents, a groundbreaking platform connecting talent and businesses in the restaurant and hospit...
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Episode 76
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47:49
Tyler Akin on Dreaming up Bars and Restaurants Through Form-Function Hospitality
#75. In this episode of The meez Podcast, we dive deep into the culinary world of Tyler Akin, founder of Form-Function Hospitality, and a celebrated chef and restaurateur who has lef...
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Episode 75
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51:29
Darleen Scherer on Crafting Coffee and Cultivating Brands
#74. In this episode of The meez Podcast, Josh Sharkey reconnects with Darleen Scherer, the founder of Black Sheep and a pioneering force in the specialty coffee world. With over 20 year...
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Episode 74
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1:16:30
Jesse Ito on Sushi Legacy, Therapy, and Expanding Royal Sushi & Izakaya
#73. In this episode of The meez Podcast, we sit down with Chef Jesse Ito, the Chef and Co-Owner of Royal Sushi & Izakaya in Philadelphia. A first-generation Japanese Korean American and multipl...
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Episode 73
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55:17
Will Guidara on Unreasonable Hospitality, Leadership, and the Power of Journaling
#72. In this episode of The meez Podcast, host Josh Sharkey welcomes Will Guidara, a renowned figure in the culinary world. Will is the former co-owner of Eleven Madison Park, once ranked ...
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Episode 72
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45:54
Drew Skolnik on Navigating Growth Equity: Investing in Restaurants and Food Brands
#71. In this episode of The meez Podcast, Josh Sharkey sits down with Drew Skolnik, a partner at KarpReilly, a prominent private growth equity firm known for its successful investments in the foo...
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Episode 71
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52:07
Alex Beltrani on Revolutionizing Restaurant Feedback with Tattle
#70. Join host Josh Sharkey as he welcomes an old friend and pioneering entrepreneur, Alex Beltrani, the founder and CEO of Tattle, to the show. In this engaging episode, Josh and Alex dive into t...
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Episode 70
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1:05:00
Jessica Bograd on Mastering Barbeque: From R&D to Culinary Excellence at City Barbeque
#69. Join host Josh Sharkey on today's meez Podcast as he delves into the world of barbeque with Jessica Bograd, the Senior Director of Culinary for City Barbeque. Jessica is not only an incredible ...
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Episode 69
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59:17
Matt Wampler on Leveraging Predictive Analytics to Revolutionize Food Management
#68. In this episode of The meez Podcast, host Josh Sharkey sits down with Matt Wampler, co-founder and CEO of ClearCOGS, one of the rising stars in the food tech industry. Josh and Matt delve int...
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Episode 68
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1:11:29
Bonus Episode: Josh Sharkey Talks Menu Engineering, Culinary Entrepreneurship and Innovation at ICE
#67. In this special episode of The meez Podcast, listeners are treated to a captivating talk given at the
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Episode 67
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42:14
Introducing The meez Network
🌟 Welcome to The meez Network 🌟As hospitality professionals, your time is invaluable. That’s why we're thrilled to announce the launch of The meez Network, a curated content hub desig...
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Henry Shapiro and Patrick Lightbody on Revolutionizing Productivity with Reclaim.ai
#66. In this special episode of The meez Podcast, host Josh Sharkey welcomes Patrick Lightbody and Henry Shapiro, founders of the revolutionary app, Reclaim.ai. Unlike the typical focus on the resta...
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Episode 66
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1:14:22
Todd Duplechan and Jessica Maher on Austin’s Dining Scene, Building Lenoir, and Balancing Life as Restaurateurs
#65. In this episode of The meez Podcast, host Josh Sharkey catches up with old friends who are also amazing chefs and restaurateurs. The guests are Jess Maher and Todd Duplechan, a dynamic duo Josh has known for nearly two decades. Their...
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Episode 65
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1:11:57
Ellen Yin on Building a Culinary Empire: Vision, Collaboration, and Empowering Women in Hospitality
#64. In this episode of the meez Podcast, host Josh Sharkey welcomes Ellen Yin, the esteemed founder and co-owner of High Street Hospitality Group. Ellen has garnered acclaim for her work, inc...
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Episode 64
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1:02:59
Tracy Malecheck-Ezekiel and Arjav Ezekiel on Their Thriving Restaurant, Birdie’s, and the Keys to Its Success
#63. In the latest episode of The meez Podcast, we're sitting down with Tracy and Arjav, the dynamic duo behind Birdie's, a cherished eatery in Austin, Texas. Not only are they partners ...
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Episode 63
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1:20:03
Jordan Silverman on Unlocking Profitability with AI-Powered Company, Starfish
#62. In this engaging episode of The meez Podcast, host Josh Sharkey sits down with his friend and accomplished entrepreneur, Jordan Silverman. Josh and Jordan delve into the journey that led Jordan from his role as VP of Customer Success at Ma...
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Episode 62
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52:12
Sam Bernstein on Revolutionizing Restaurant Revenue Streams with Table22
#61. In this episode of The meez Podcast, host Josh Sharkey welcomes Sam Bernstein, the founder of Table22. Table22 is a pioneering company designed to help restaurants generate incremental new revenue ...
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Episode 61
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55:55
Alon Shaya on Innovating Philanthropy and Sustainable Culture at Pomegranate Hospitality
#60. For this week's episode, we are thrilled to welcome chef Alon Shaya. Alon is a two-time James Beard Award winner, having earned accolades for Best Chef in the South and Best New Restaurant. He's also the author of the acclaimed book "Shaya...
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Episode 60
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58:57
Sterling Douglass on Bridging Tech and Hospitality with Chowly
#59. Join host Josh Sharkey on this engaging episode of The meez Podcast as he sits down with Sterling Douglass, the dynamic co-founder and CEO of
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Episode 59
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1:05:02
Innovation & Menu Development w/ Rosio Sanchez, Arielle Johnson, Ryan Chetiyawardana & Thomas Frebel
#58. Dive into an exhilarating episode of The meez Podcast recorded live at The Chef Conference in Philadelphia. This special installment features a dynamic panel discussion hosted by our founder and CEO, Josh Sharkey, with four culinary lumina...
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Episode 58
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1:12:20