Jenni Bedell helps us kick off Mental health awareness month with some good old fashioned HR talk. There were so many good tidbits and ideas about how we approach our team and leadership. We also discuss how mental health effects our job performance, and what you can do if you are a leader, or if you yourself need some help. Remember, it's totally …

Ana, Josh, and Maria from Tantisimo stop by the studio in introduce themselves to the city! They own Tantisimo and Mala Vida in East Nashville. listen in as they tell their story!--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brandon-styll/message

In Crystal's first time on NRR, we talk about the fact that she is an absolute OG in the food truck world, and what that time was like for food truck operators in 2010. We also talk about her pandemic buy back of her business from Fresh Hospitality, and what her future plans for expansion are. (hint- It's about to happen real soon!) We also talk ab…

Stephanie is a Business Coach whose company is called Unlock your Potential. Today we discuss 6 steps that will help you find balance and success. Yup, its that easy!! I'm not going to give them away here, you will have to listen, but I would like to hear your thoughts on our IG page. Look for the post about this episode and let me know what you th…

Chef Kev D joins the show to talk about Toast Nashville, and we also talk about what it takes to take your career to the next level as a touring Chef. Toast Nashville happens the weekend of 4-19-24 at the Analog at the Hutton Hotel. There is a Chef's Dinner Friday night, the grand tasting on Saturday Night, with brunches on both Saturday and Sunday…

If Indian food is something that intimidates you (like it did for me) This episode is going to be very eye opening. Vivek, Owner at Germantown's Tailor Restaurant, breaks down Indian Cuisine in the best way I've ever heard. I learned a lot, and we talked for an hour and a half in what seemed like 20 minutes. The episode starts with a preview of Toa…

You probably know Brett Tuck from his famous sandwich at Edley's, aptly named "The Tuck Special". However, he now owns the legendary Brown's Diner in Hillsboro Village. He is one of the good guys, who bet it all to keep iconic places like Brown's in existence. WE of course talk about how that all went down, and we spent some time on the fact that h…

Chad Newton and Gracie Nguyen own You are Here Hospitality. Under that umbrella falls East Side Banh Mi, East Side Pho, SS Gai, and Sweeza Super Quesadilla in the Wash in East Nashville. They are also two of my favorite people in the city because they are so kind, and have been a great example of how to enter a new city and make friends quickly. To…

While Kelly's technical title is Director of Seafood Purchasing, in his heart, he is a Fish Monger. He still lives in Florida, he still goes to the docks to pick out fish, and he is as passionate about the sea as anyone I have met. In this conversation, leading into Alaskan Halibut season, Kelly talks about his love of the ocean, sustainability, hi…

Margot, Owner of the Iconic Margot Cafe and Bar joins the podcast today with her Executive Chef Hadley Long to talk about TN Flavors and so much more.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brandon-styll/message

This is the episode from the actual night of TN Flavors. This episode is fun and playful, in the sense that I had no idea who I was going to talk to, no prep, just random conversations with people who stopped by the table. IT WAS A BLAST!! We speak with a James Beard Nominee,(David Andrews) an absolute legend in the Nashville restaurant Scene (Deb …

Chef Max makes his first appearance on the podcast to talk about TN Flavors, and ended up staying, telling his story, (and what a story!) and talking about what it takes to Manage one of the busiest kitchens in the city. Max is an asset to the city, and I'm honored to call him a friend. Brandon--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify…

TN Flavors in on March 5, 2024 from 6-8 pm at the Randy Rayburn School for Culinary Arts at Nashville State. It is going to be held at their southeast campus in Hickory Hollow. IN this episode we talk to 5 Chef's who will be there, and what they will be tasting. I (Brandon) will also be there, and I will be recording LIVE interviews with guests who…

Rob Higgins Talks about all of his concepts and his story on todays episode. Rob is bringing local back to Hillsboro Village, and we are here for it. Once a bustling area for locals, the landscape has changed, along with SO MANY other places in Nashville. Rob is trying to bring back a local vibe, and hopefully bring some excitement to Hillsboro Vil…

Caroline and Brandon talk about topics effecting their own restaurants, and random Nashville restaurant news. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brandon-styll/message

Chef Victor Albisu joins Caroline and Brandon in talking about his new location of Taco Bamba in the Green Hills Neighborhood. Fresh off a very successful #popup at Bastion the previous night, the hosts learn all about Taco Bamba, and why it's going to be a great addition to the scene. They also play a game with everyone in studio where they all ta…

Michael Dean Is a VP at Cali Sober and today we talk about their brand, and have more conversation around THC beverages. I am real interested in this space as I think it's the next thing. Listen in and join the conversation. What do you think? Is it going to be the next big thing?--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/…

Christina Barnett shares her story today, and it's awesome. She is an entrepreneur to the fullest extent. She had an idea, wrote a business plan, and MADE IT HAPPEN. While that sounds easy enough, she did this during a global pandemic! Listen in as she shares all the ups and downs, and where she is headed!--- Send in a voice message: https://podcas…

Max is one of the three partners who operate as Strategic Hospitality. (with his brother Benjamin, and Josh Habiger) They own some of the best restaurants in town that include, but not limited to... Bastion, The Patterson House, The Catbird Seat, Locust, Henrietta Red, Kisser, and the operate Friends in Low places on Broadway. In this episode, we d…

Chef Brian joins the show for the first time in two years. In this episode, we get caught up, and do in depth about a dinner I had at his restaurant the night before. It was a pretty cool thing to be able to interview the Chef at the AMAZING restaurant you ate at the previous night. He answered all of the questions that I had while dining the night…

We were offered an opportunity to set up some Mic's and talk to some folks at the Dry January Market presented by Killjoy (at Killjoy) So I took it, and I brought along my friends at Fat Bottom Brewery to sample their amazing new drink called Hop Fizz.(available via DET dist)I had NO IDEA what to expect, and we got to have 8 conversations with some…

You have probably all heard that Arnold's is reopening for a limited time today! January 8, 2024. In this episode, Kahlil tells the whole story. Why did they close, what happened, and what is the future for Arnolds. We talk about all of it today.. Gordon Foodservice- Paul Hunter-615-945-6753 Super Source- Dish Machine and Chemicals- Jason Ellis-770…

With dry January in full swing, we are talking about another option instead of alcohol, THC infused beverages. Ken is the Co-Founder of Calexo, a CA based beverage brand that has both infused, and non-infused nonalcoholic beverages. (you can find them at calexo.co) Today we talk about the origin of his brand, the science behind it, and the most fre…

Stephanie Styll, Founder of KillJoy, Nashville first alcohol free bottle shop, and Kristen Bear @creativesobriety on IG and Host of the Creative Sobriety Podcast talk about Dry January with Host Brandon Styll.All three have been Alcohol free for years, and they wanted to talk about what to expect with Dry January, and give some tips, and talk about…

Ben Whitlock, CEO of Mobile Fixture joins us to talk about 2023. We discuss profit, and why the perception in this industry that it's bad, why restaurants close, tipping, The ACF, and so much more. Sponsor info Gordon Foodservice- Paul Hunter-615-945-6753 Super Source- Dish Machine and Chemicals- Jason Ellis-770-337-1143 Charpier's Bakery- Fresh Br…

In this episode, we simulcast with The Nashville Dad's Podcast! Brandon was the first ever repeat guest on their show, and we decided to help them promote it, and their podcast on ours! Listen in as Brandon talks about his life as a Dad, special moments, work life balance, and updates on his new Restaurant, Chago's Belmont Cantina. #Cheers--- Send …

We have compiled 10 different Gordon Foodservice Final Thoughts, and Brandon added his own thoughts to them. Listen is as we here from Freddie O'Connell, Ford Fry, Jack and Lorraine from the Sexual Assault Center, Charlotte Miller and Kelly Martin, Will Guidara, Emma and Chris Baird from SS Gai, Jon and Murray from NOKO, Josh Buckley, Miller Philli…

Margaret Littman is our guest today as we talk to her about writing Best of Nashville writers picks, downtown, some of her past stories, and so much more. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brandon-styll/message

More Titans talk, more matchup picks, and lots of talk around childhood sneakers at the end. Go visit thegivingkitchen.org and make sure you are using SuperSource for all of your Dish Machine and Chemical needs! #cheers--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brandon-styll/message…

Chris Chamberlain joins the podcast for our annual Best of Nashville acceptance speeches. Today we talk with Will Shuff from 12 South Taproom (and 51st Taproom) Stephanie Styll from Killjoy, Sean “Big Daddy” Porter from Daddy’s Dogs, and Caroline Galzin from Nicky’s Coal Fired who won for Best Holiday Pop up for St. Nicky’s. --- Send in a voice mes…

Tony and Brandon break down the matchups for the NRR Giving Kitchen Fantasy Football week. Yes, we discuss the Taylor Swift effect on Kansas City. We also talk standings, and make picks on this weeks matchups--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brandon-styll/message

As we record some new episodes, I wanted to re share this one from March.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brandon-styll/message

Gerard Craft is the CEO of Niche Food Group, he is also a James Beard Foundation award winning Chef. Evelynn Hadsell is the Executive Chef at Pastaria Nashville. Today they join the show for a conversation around what they do in their respective jobs, as well as their opinions on the market, tipping, leadership, silos, and more. This was an interes…

Storme Warren made national headlines when he left SiriusXM's the Highway for Garth Brooks' radio station "The Big 615" on tunein.com a few months ago. Today he's hosting a writers round at the Twelve-Thirty Club every Wednesday at 3pm (free to the public) for his podcast "The Exit 209 Podcast". Today we talk about that transition, and his influenc…

Week 2 Recap, and Week 3 projections for the Nashville Restaurant Radio Fantasy Football League. Max Goldberg joins us live to make a wager on his matchup with Tony this week. Jason Ellis with Supersource for all your Dish Machine and Chemical needs- 770-337-1143--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brandon-styll/mess…

David joins us to talk about what he's seeing in the market right now. (It isn't great) We also talk about why relationships are so important, and Brandon goes on a rant as to why spreadsheeting is a bad practice. See below for sponsor informationGordon Foodservice- Paul Hunter-615-945-6753 Super Source- Dish Machine and Chemicals- Jason Ellis-770-…

In this episode we discuss our wins and losses for week 1, and make projections for week 2. We also discuss the rumors of Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift with a little help from Caroline, and catch up as Tony is in Chicago for a wedding. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brandon-styll/message…

After all the feedback on Part 1 of the tipping episode of #theroundup, we decided to do another one. In this episode Nick announces their new concept in Lebanon, and we discuss his tipping policy, and discuss feedback from the previous episode. Jason Ellis from SuperSource joins the show toward the end, and helps us answer some questions around ti…

As a special seasonal edition, we are hosting a restaurant fantasy football league! Tony Galzin and Brandon Styll will be talking football, The Giving Kitchen, and any other random things that may come up. We will be talking to Chefs, and anyone who wants to come on and talk football. In episode one, Tony and Brandon discuss the league, the members…

Replay of our episode from 4-2-23 where Mayoral Candidate Freddie O'Connell stopped by the studio to talk about why he wants you to stay in Nashville. This episode was recorded the day after the horrific school shooting at the Covenant School in Green Hills. Early voting in the runoff has started, and the Election is September 14, 2023. Make your p…

Jeff Syracuse has been a City Council Member for district 15 for the last 8 years. He is not done serving Nashville, and he wants your vote for his bid for City Council at Large. Today we discuss his history, why he is FOR the Titan's new stadium, (which was a fascinating conversation) and who his choice for Mayor would be. Make a plan to Vote Sept…

IN this episode of #theroundup our guest Bryan Lee Weaver (Butcher and Bee, Redheaded Stranger) announces his new location, Fancy Pants! We also have a healthy discussion around Tipping. The nation is feeling a strong feeling of Tip Fatigue, with seemingly every business now spinning around a tablet and asking you to "answer a few questions". Today…

Jon Murray (Owner/ Founder) and Wilson Brannock (Managing Partner) of Noko drop by the studio to talk about their Wildy successful wood fired Asian Restaurant. Drawing on their experience with Indigo Road, both Jon and Wilson are veterans in this business, so they created a restaurant where as much love is given to their staff as is the guest. With…

My family and I love eating at Boshamp's every time we are in the Destin area. So I decided that I would try to learn more about why this restaurant is so great. Miller grew up in Destin, and in restaurants. He built Boshamp's on the property where his Father had his restaurant Flamingo's. He also own Lucky Dog Seafood Co. Which is on the property …

Caroline and Brandon are back! In this episode they catch up, and talk about their summers thus far. The topics for discussion today are Jason Aldean, The Bear, and weird customer service experiences. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brandon-styll/message

Rob Floyd and Angel Jennings join the show to talk about his life as a celebrity Mixologist. Rob is a Emmy winning Actor, and during his acting career, he also bartended. He found that bartending was performing, and has taken it to the next level. Rob is currently partnering with Cardi B on a whipped cream liquor called "whip shots". He also has wo…

Jack and Lorraine join us today from the Sexual Assault Center to have a conversation about what you can do as a bartender, server, Manager, Owner, Patron, or even if you are the victim. This was an important conversation around this topic. We hope everyone goes through their training to help every restaurant and bar become safer. --- Send in a voi…

Gabe and Brooks join the show for a bonus Friday Episode! I have worked with them in the past, and today we get to learn all about their story, and how they work together. This is an awesome story of how Gabe came up with the idea, and how Brooks ties it all together. Through illness, a pandemic, and all the challenges of Owning and operating a res…

Tandy joins us in studio for his first podcast ever! We talk about his James Beard Award, what Pat Martin said to him to ease his mind when he won, when he first met Pat, and why that relationship is so special. We also discuss his relationship with his vendors, old nashville, and Brandon talks about the old days of selling produce in Nashville. --…

Carter Hach joined us in studio to talk about his book The Hachland Hill Cookbook, and his new restaurant and beer garden Streetcar! Carter is Grandson to Phila Hach, who started Hachland Hill, and is who he wrote the cookbook to pay homage to. The Hachland Hill Cookbook is the recipes and legacy of Phila Hach. We dig into the book and some of the …