Best Alex Koons Podcasts (2024)

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1100: Alex Koons, Co-Owner of Purgatory Pizza, Founder of Hot Tongue Pizza, Podcast host 2:13:50

1h ago2:13:50

2:13:50

Alex Koons is the Co-Owner of Purgatory Pizza, the Founder of Hot Tongue Pizza, and the host of the Pie 2 Pie Podcast. Alex moved to LA in the early 2000s to become a musician and record producer. After doing that for a few years, he got a job at Purgatory Pizza and went from delivery driver to manager in just a short while. He eventually purchased…

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Value Maxing with Pocket Aces 18:40

30m ago18:40

18:40

This week Coach Brad & Coach Jon breakdown maxing value with pocket aces while playing high stakes online poker. Enjoy.By Brad Wilson: ChasingPokerGreatness.com | Poker Pro & Coach

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1102: John Gakuru, CEO and Founder of Coruscent Co. 2:03:59

1h ago2:03:59

2:03:59

John Gakuru is the Brand Marketing Specialist at Coruscent Co., as well as the CEO and Founder. John got his start as a bar tender at the age of 18 in London. He began his bar career at T.G.I. Friday's and moved on to cruise ships. He then worked for LAB in London and soon left to travel the world and establish alcohol brands internationally. Corus…

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Fork in the Road w/ Eric Cacciatore of Restaurant Unstoppable 1:47:52

3h ago1:47:52

1:47:52

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1101: Michael Ungaro, Co-Owner of San Pedro Fish Market and Kings of Fish 2:22:38

2h ago2:22:38

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Michael Ungaro is the Co-Owner and CEO of San Pedro Fish Market in LA, and Co-Owner of Kings of Fish. Michael's family started San Pedro Fish Market in the 1950s out of a 200-square-foot space. The business has survived through 3 generations and is today still run by family. The restaurant side of the business arrived in the 1970s in response to th…

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Maximizing Value with AK 18:55

10m ago18:55

18:55

It's always delightful when you put in lots of money preflop with Ace King and smash the flop, but are you consistently winning the max? In today's episode of Tactical Tuesday Coach Brad & Coach Jon go through their thought process in a couple of hands on winning the maximum in this very spot. Enjoy.…

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Crust or Bust: The Leap From Pop-Up to Permanent w/ Domenick of Bucky’s Pizza 1:04:16

6d ago1:04:16

1:04:16

In this episode, Alex sits down with Domenick Calise of Bucky's Pizza from New Jersey. Domenick shares his journey from corporate America to pizza entrepreneurship, discussing his pop-up experiences, plans for a brick-and-mortar location, and the intricacies of his pizza-making process. The conversation covers everything from dough fermentation to …

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1099: Andrew Simmons, Founder of Pizza Roboto, AskLucille, & Mamma Ramona’s Pizzeria 1:36:38

2d ago1:36:38

1:36:38

Andrew Simmons is the Founder of Pizza Roboto, AskLucille, and Mamma Ramona's Pizzeria, all based in the San Diego area. Mamma Ramona's Pizzeria focuses on modernizing operations and integrating robotics and automation" and has been in business 2020. AskLucille is "AI driven dispatch" for delivery which "empowers drivers with 100% earnings, free ga…

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The Nightmare Continues 18:46

4d ago18:46

18:46

Today's episode is a continuation of last week's theme: You three-bet JJ, get called, flop an overpair, and the turn is a dreaded Ace.By Brad Wilson: ChasingPokerGreatness.com | Poker Pro & Coach

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1098: Shawn Walchef, Owner of Cali BBQ & Cali BBQ Media 2:08:24

5d ago2:08:24

2:08:24

Shawn Walchef is the owner of Cali BBQ, a BBQ restaurant in San Diego, as well as Cali BBQ Media, his production company. The first Cali BBQ restaurant opened in 2008 and the brand has since expanded to include 2 locations in sports stadiums, catering, ghost kitchens, and podcasts, as well as professional video content. Shawn believes in "digital h…

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Pizza Patriots (The Customer Isn't Always Right) w/ Hiller & Andrew of Hot Tongue Pizza 1:00:55

8d ago1:00:55

1:00:55

In this special episode of PIE 2 PIE, host Alex Koons sits down with the two managers of Hot Tongue Pizza, Michael Hiller and Andrew Alvarez. Alex, Michael and Andrew dive deep into their experiences working together for over a decade across multiple restaurants. They discuss the challenges of being in management, from walking the line between frie…

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#75 Even Funkier - DISCOnnect cast 1:00:01

9d ago1:00:01

1:00:01

We offer artists a platform to reach you far from the club scene - connected day and night.London-based DJ, producer and radio host EVEN • FUNKIER (@evenfunkier) weaves together Disco, Funk, House, Soul, Boogie, Jazz, Hip Hop and Global delights to create something fresh, irresistibly funky and downright groovy. He plays tunes from across the decad…

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1097: Fred Langley, CEO of Restaurant Systems Pro 1:23:18

14d ago1:23:18

1:23:18

Fred Langley is the CEO of Restaurant Systems Pro. This is Fred's third time on the show, most recently he joined us in May of 2023. Fred got his first job in the restaurant industry at the age of 12 as a dishwasher. He worked his way up the ranks and became a restaurateur, opening his first restaurant at the age of 27. He opened his second restaur…

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When You Flop an Overpair and the Turn Wrecks Your Life 20:00

11d ago20:00

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In today's episode of Tactical Tuesday, Coach Brad & Coach Jon break down one of the trickiest spots you can encounter... you flop a really strong hand but then it gets demoted by a peskyTurn card. Tune in to hear what our coaches prescribe.By Brad Wilson: ChasingPokerGreatness.com | Poker Pro & Coach

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1096: Christin Marvin, Podcast host and Founder of Solutions by Christin 1:46:11

13d ago1:46:11

1:46:11

Christin Marvin is a podcast host, author, and creator of Solutions by Christin, a consultancy business she founded in 2022. Christin was a Managing Partner at Bonanno Concepts in Denver from 2007-2012. She served as a Regional Manager at Snooze A.M. Eatery in Denver from 2012-2019. She now serves as a Hospitality Catalyst for her restaurant consul…

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Slice, Camera, Action! w/ Cody Splane | PIE 2 PIE Pizza Podcast Ep. 63 56:24

15d ago56:24

56:24

In this episode of Pie 2 Pie, host Alex welcomes Cody Splane, aka @splangerdanger a talented pizza chef, Ooni ambassador, and rising star in the world of pizza content creation. Cody shares his unique journey in the pizza world from doing pop-up events to becoming a social media influencer with a fully-equipped studio kitchen. Alex and Cody dive in…

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1095: Jordan Hudgens, CTO and Founder of DashTrack 1:44:32

17d ago1:44:32

1:44:32

Jordan Hudgens is the Founder and CTO of DashTrack. DashTrack is a restaurant and bar website & app platform. The service has been around for 7 years and in this episode we will discuss all that it has to offer and how/why it was developed. Favorite success quote/mantra: "Just because something is hard, doesn't mean it's impossible." In this episod…

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Welcome to River Overbet Valuetown 19:54

21d ago19:54

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Today's episode of Tactical Tuesday comes with a focus on overbetting the River in an effort to maximize your value. Enjoy.By Brad Wilson: ChasingPokerGreatness.com | Poker Pro & Coach

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1094: Donald Burns, Founder of The Restaurant Coach 1:37:46

20d ago1:37:46

1:37:46

Donald Burns is an author, speaker, coach, podcast host, and consultant. He was previously featured on Restaurant Unstoppable for episodes 63 and 265. He is the author of four books; Your Restaurant Sucks (2017), Your Restaurant Still Sucks (2019), Your Restaurant Culture Sucks (2022), and Savage Restaurant Success (2024). He has a new book releasi…

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F*** The Pizza Police w/ Bruce Irving of Smart Pizza Marketing 1:13:16

22d ago1:13:16

1:13:16

In this episode, Alex sits down with Bruce Irving of Smart Pizza Marketing and the OG of pizza podcasts. Bruce shares his insights from over a decade of experience interviewing successful pizzeria owners and operators. He and Alex discuss common marketing mistakes pizzerias make, the most important tools for running a successful shop, and the harsh…

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1093: Aaron DeFeo, Owner and Operator of Little Rituals 2:32:03

26d ago2:32:03

2:32:03

Aaron DeFeo is the Owner/Operator of Little Rituals, along with past guest (episode 1090) Ross Simon. Aaron also owns his own consulting company, Solid Sipping, and he a partner in Arizona Cocktail Weekend. He also owns Stable, which is a juice alternative for making cocktails. Favorite success quote/mantra: "Act with purpose." In this episode we w…

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When to Bluff Small on the River 16:11

24d ago16:11

16:11

Today's Tactical Tuesday goes in-depth as to when Coach Brad & Coach Jon believe you ought to be using a small bluff size on the river as opposed to a much larger size. Enjoy.By Brad Wilson: ChasingPokerGreatness.com | Poker Pro & Coach

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1092: Mandy Heflin and Hogan Jamison, Co-Owners of Chula Seafood 2:02:08

30d ago2:02:08

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Mandy Heflin and Hogan Jamison are Co-Owners of Chula Seafood, based in Phoenix, AZ. Mandy moved from Seattle to Phoenix when she was 18 and missed the seafood culture from her hometown. Her husband's (and co-owner of Chula) family operated a sustainable fishing boat out of San Diego, and so they decided to bring an incredible seafood market and re…

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The Social Prescription w/ Griffin Baker Pizza Maker 1:12:12

29d ago1:12:12

1:12:12

In this episode, Alex sits down with Griffin Baker Pizza Maker, master of social media marketing, who has built a strong following online and has taken things offline in the LA pizza scene to work at two of the most renowned pizzerias in Los Angeles – Ozzy's Apizza and Secret Pizza LA. Griffin shares his journey from crafting pizzas on his patio us…

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1091: Tanya Gagnon, Principle and Creative Director of Miss Details 1:19:19

1M ago1:19:19

1:19:19

Tanya Gagnon is the Principle and Creative Director of Miss Details, based in Phoenix, AZ. Tanya got her degree in design and got her start in the design industry with big companies like Disney, Starbucks, and California Pizza Company. She created her own branding/design company, Miss Details, 20 years ago after moving from large companies to weddi…

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Mechanics of River Overbet Bluffs 22:41

1M ago22:41

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Today's much requestedTactical Tuesday is all about placing River overbet bluffs. If you've found yourself wondering when you should pull the trigger on running a big bluff, today's show is one you're not gonna wanna miss.By Brad Wilson: ChasingPokerGreatness.com | Poker Pro & Coach

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#74 Bruder Jakob - DISCOnnect cast 1:02:21

1M ago1:02:21

1:02:21

We offer artists a platform to reach you far from the club scene - connected day and night.Secco Maracuja, good vibes, and uplifting happy house blast out of the speakers. Born with a canon on New Year's Eve, B R U D E R • J A K O B [@bruder_jakob_official | GER, Berlin ] is now dancing behind the decks, smiling but also highly focused on adjusting…

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1090: Ross Simon, Owner of Bitter & Twisted Cocktail Parlour and Little Rituals 2:11:43

1M ago2:11:43

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Ross Simon is the Owner of Drink Better Cocktails, Little Rituals, and Bitter & Twisted Cocktail Parlour all in Phoenix, AZ. Ross is from Scotland but really found his groove in the bar/cocktail world when he began managing a 3-story bar in London, called The Old Crown. He left that establishment to work and learn at the best bar he could find: LAB…

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The Pie’s The Limit w/ Joey Scolaro of Lucino's Pizza 1:03:21

1M ago1:03:21

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In this episode of PIE 2 PIE, we sit down with Joey Scolaro, the passionate owner of Lucinos Pizza in Las Vegas. Joey dishes out his inspiring journey from growing up in his dad's pizzerias in Philly to opening their own Eagles inspired slice haven together in Vegas. We dive into the challenges of getting started, from sketchy landlords to unexpect…

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1089: Jonathan Buford, Co-Founder and CEO of Arizona Wilderness Brewing Co. 2:17:44

1M ago2:17:44

2:17:44

Jonathan Buford is the Co-Founder and CEO of Arizona Wilderness Brewing Co. in Phoenix, AZ. Jonathan moved to Phoenix in 2002 at the age of 19. When the brewery industry blew up, he decided to learn how to brew and opened a brewery. Once his brewery opened and was succesful, he realized the food had to be just as good as the beer. He and his team m…

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DISASTER! Flopping Huge & Being Forced to Navigate Draw Completing Turns/Rivers 26:20

1M ago26:20

26:20

In today's episode of Tactical Tuesday, Coach Brad & Coach Jon break down hand histories where the Hero flops huge, only to see terrible, awful, no-good Turn & River cards. If this is a problem you've experienced in your poker journey, today's episode is just for you.By Brad Wilson: ChasingPokerGreatness.com | Poker Pro & Coach

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Dough, Dharma & A Pizza Mind w/ Al The Pizza Buddha 1:30:22

1M ago1:30:22

1:30:22

In this enlightening episode, Alex Koons sits down with pizza consultant, Alastair Hannmann, known aka The Pizza Buddha. Alastair shares his extraordinary journey from humble beginnings in Guam to becoming a renowned pizza consultant and sought-after prophet in the pizza world. He discusses the triumphs and tribulations of his career, including his…

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1088: Mat Snapp, Executive VP of Operations at Barter & Shake 2:19:33

1M ago2:19:33

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Mat Snapp is the Executive VP of Operations at Barter & Shake in Phoenix. Mat began his career in the restaurant industry as a teenager delivering pizzas. Later, Mat went to school for writing and became a professional writer/copywriter. He soon found himself leaving his writing career to work with Sam Fox Restaurant Concepts where, starting in 200…

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A Tribe Called Crust w/ James Orlando, Samantha & Ch0nsi of Fatto A Mano | PIE 2 PIE Pizza Podcast Ep. 58 1:31:51

1M ago1:31:51

1:31:51

On this episode, James Orlando from Fatto a Mano joins Alex Koons at the Pizza Expo in Las Vegas for a hilarious and wide-ranging conversation. Along with Chelsea and Samantha, James shares the fascinating story of starting his wood-fired pizza business in Oahu, Hawaii. He recounts the ups and downs, from destroying his first pizza oven to getting …

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1087: David DeLorenzo, CEO and Owner of Bar and Restaurant Insurance 2:01:37

2M ago2:01:37

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David DeLorenzo is the CEO and Owner of Bar and Restaurant Insurance. David DeLorenzo specializes in bar and restaurant insurance, but he is also a speaker, author, coach, as well as host of a mastermind and more than one charity organization. On top of all this, he has been an owner of 13 restaurants in his career. Favorite success quote/mantra: "…

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