Best Resorts/lodging Podcasts (2024)

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#4 Let's Get Wild: Reviewing Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge 42:45

1M ago42:45

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Debbie & Kaity review Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge after staying at both Jambo House and Kidani Village. They'll break down the differences between the rooms, activities, restaurants and more!By Vacation Club Loans

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Simon Mayle – PROUD Experiences | LGBTQ+ travel experience: traveling under the rainbow flag 46:30

2M ago46:30

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#3 What's The Point of A Disney Resort That's Not At Disney? | Reviewing Disney's Vero Beach Resort 55:57

2M ago55:57

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Debbie & Kaity discuss their trip to Disney's Vero Beach Resort in Vero Beach, FL! Why would anyone want to go to a Disney Resort that's not at Dinsey? Is the trip worth your DVC Points? Is there anything to do at this resort? Let's talk about it!By Vacation Club Loans

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Chris Nader – ENVI Lodges | Sustainable luxury, outdoor hospitality & his entrepreneurial journey 46:17

2M ago46:17

46:17

Founder & CEO @ENVI Lodges …By SMACK Hospitality

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#2 Discussing the Star Wars Hotel 57:39

2M ago57:39

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Debbie, Kaity, and special guest Lauren take a walk down memory lane and discuss their stay at Disney World's Galactic Starcruiser after viewing Jenny Nicholson's 4-hour YouTube deep dive on the failed Disney Hotel.By Vacation Club Loans

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Fahad Abdulrahim Kazim - Millennium Hotels & Resort | Insights & stories about hospitality in the Middle East 38:11

3M ago38:11

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CEO @Millennium Hotels & Resorts MEA …By SMACK Hospitality

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Caroline Tivéus - Pandox | A Mastermind of Numbers behind Sustainability 43:27

3M ago43:27

43:27

SVP & Director of Sustainable Business @Pandox …By SMACK Hospitality

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Alexi Khajavi – Questex | Connecting hotel real estate owners with brands, trends and tech 50:02

4M ago50:02

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President Hospitality, Travel and Wellness @Questex Let’s say 2023 was not quite the year of deal-making within the industry. Then what does the future have in stock for #hospitality and #realestate? Alexi Khajavi President Hospitality, Travel and Wellness at Questex set down with Flo at last week’s IHIF to discuss trends, the role of technology an…

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Atul Chopra – FreshOn Table | Minimum emissions, maximum nutrition – harvest on demand 48:28

4M ago48:28

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Founder & CEO @FreshOn Table Have you ever wondered what grows in the desert? We have. So we sent Phil to talk to someone who knows - Atul Chopra, Founder and CEO of FreshOn Table, who supplies restaurants and hotels in UAE with fresh greens and other edibles. Minimum emissions, maximum nutrition is his motto and led him to create a company that co…

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Sir Rocco & Lydia Forte | Rocco Forte Hotels – A family business and a way of life 54:44

5M ago54:44

54:44

Chairman and Group Director F&B @Rocco Forte Hotels .By SMACK Hospitality

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Patrick Mendes – ACCOR | SMACK Live! at YHS-Pre-Event 56:56

6M ago56:56

56:56

CEO @ACCOR for Premium, Midscale & Economy in Europe and North Africa …By SMACK Hospitality

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26: Club Spotlight: Live Audience with the Colorado Springs Cycling Club 1:00:33

6M ago1:00:33

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Meet the Colorado Springs Cycling Club, the longest running cycling club in the Springs. Torie sits down with the club’s board for our first podcast recorded in front of a live audience. Hear about the variety of club rides and offerings, advocacy efforts and events supported and what’s new for 2024, in addition to diving into the 37-year history o…

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Jillian MacLean - Drake & Morgan | A female-influenced bar & restaurant empire 37:44

6M ago37:44

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Founder & CEO @Drake & Morgan …By SMACK Hospitality

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Daryl Groom/One of The Best Winemakers on The Planet/Zinfandel feature

6M ago

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Wehave another great audio feature for you all today!daryl Groom Will join me as we open his great Zinfandel.First we look at his website and fill you in on his great career in the winemaking industry. Daryl Groom has been involved in the wine industry in both the USA and Australia for more than 30 years. Currently he is engaged in a number of wine…

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Groom Wines.com/Daryl Groom/ Winemaker/Rock Star/Localwinemaker

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We have a treat for you! I recently sat down with Daryl Groom,and opened three of his wines.Truly a Pleasure to talk with this world class winemaker. First we will look at his recent press and a little from his website)(groomwines.com) and on the wines to be featured. Prior to his current ventures, Daryl was Senior Winemaker for Penfolds in Austral…

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karamariewines.com/Ra Ra Wine Co./Kara Groom/Sonoma County Wine country Excursion

6M ago

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Today we will try three new wines from Ra Ra Wine Co. Healdsburg California is trulu a wine hub now,offering great wines from many different wine regions surounding this great little town. I met this amazing lady at Valette Healdsburg,and now will enjoy this great story and adventure with her great wines. We will look at the webiste,and tasting not…

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Karamariewines.com/ Kara Groom/ Sonoma Wine Country Excursion/ Ra Ra Wine Co.

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Today we will try three new wines from Ra Ra Wine Co. Healdsburg California is trulu a wine hub now,offering great wines from many different wine regions surounding this great little town. I met this amazing lady at Valette Healdsburg,and now will enjoy this great story and adventure with her great wines. We will look at the webiste,and tasting not…

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25: Local Rider Spotlight - Erik Newsholme Race Across America Winner 59:44

6M ago59:44

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Lean in and get ready to be truly inspired! Meet local ultra cyclist Erik Newsholme who won the Race Across America in 2021. He’s one of only 10 Americans to ever win, and the first since 2003! He and his crew member and friend James Wieker share their adventures from the road. and what it takes to ride 288 hours in 12 days across the country! 68 g…

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Bill Heinecke – Minor Hotels | An overnight success that took 55 years 35:44

7M ago35:44

35:44

Founder & Chairman @Minor Hotels …By SMACK Hospitality

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24: Local Bike Shop Spotlight: Old Town Bike Shop 58:50

7M ago58:50

58:50

Over the past 48 years, Old Town Bike Shop, located at 426 Tejon Street, has served the Colorado Springs community not just through bike sales and service but as a business leader when it comes to environmental stewardship and giving back to community. Meet owner John Crandall and mechanic Joe Vuchetich, and find out more about this cute, historic …

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Josiah Mackenzie – Hospitality Daily | Two hosts, countless tales, and a daily dose of hospitality 34:05

7M ago34:05

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Host @ Hospitality Daily .By SMACK Hospitality

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#1 Intro To DVC! 31:40

7M ago31:40

31:40

In this episode, Debbie and Kaity introduce themselves and discuss their favorite Disney World attractions, resorts, and parks. Kaity also asks some entry-level DVC questions!By Vacation Club Loans

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Hubert Viriot – YOTEL | From Gatwick Airport to the world: A success story 45:26

8M ago45:26

45:26

CEO @ YOTEL Yes, you can do things differently! Even in the hotel business. Listen to 2024’s first smack episode and learn from YOTEL CEO Hubert Viriot how the brand has established a new status quo in the travel business over the past decade. YOTEL has been rocking its own way from the beginning, by focusing on highly tech-savvy customers and the …

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23: Coach Spotlight - Matheny Endurance 58:05

8M ago58:05

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If you’re looking to take your cycling to the next level in 2024 – whether you’re an amateur or pro, training for fitness or to reach a performance goal – getting a personal coach can help get you there. Daniel Matheny has been coaching athletes of all ages and abilities in a variety of sports (primarily cycling) for over two decades, from Juniors …

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Gabriela Schmidle – MTS Marketing | The mystery of Christmas Markets & mulled wine maneuvers 34:41

8M ago34:41

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Founder & CEO @MTS Vienna Winter wonderland vibes coming your way! 🏰 🌟 Gabriela Schmidle, Founder and CEO of mts vienna (Marketing Tourism Synergy #Vienna) and organizer of the Schloss Schönbrunn Christmas Market in Vienna, joined Pat for a jolly chat about the business side of these unique events. Patrizia and Gabriela discussed what makes the per…

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Dry Creek Vineyard/Don Wallace/All I want for Christmas is my 3 front Zins From Dry Creek Vineyard

8M ago

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Yes it's that time of year!I love it! Today we have a great new feature with Don Wallace and plenty of single vineyard Zinfandels really and opened.First let's look at their website,and the tasting notes on our featured Zinfandels from Dry Creek Vineyard. 2020 Wallace Ranch ZinfandelDry Creek ValleyWinemaker Notes:Our Wallace Ranch Zinfandel is a s…

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22: Local Bike Shop Spotlight – Ted’s Bicycles 48:56

8M ago48:56

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It’s the oldest independently-owned bike shop in Colorado Springs, with a history of not just providing great service, sales and rider support for over 52 years, but of contributing to the community with impacts that reach far beyond the cycling world, to make this city a better place to live for everyone. In this edition of Pedal the Springs, meet…

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Dry Creek Vineyard /Don Wallace/ Holiday Wines/2020 Spencer's Hill Petite Sirah/ANd The Historic Blocks Zinfandel

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We have two perfect wines for your holiday feast!Are you ready. First the 2020 Spencer's Hill Petite SirahDry Creek ValleyWinemaker Notes:The Petite Sirah varietal has traditionally played an important role in producing our world-class Zinfandel wines. In certain vintages, we decide to bottle a small amount of Petite Sirah to more fully express thi…

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Dry Creek Vineyard/Don Wallace/2020 Vintage/Red Wines

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I recently traveled into the Dry Creek Valley and sat down with Don Wallace,at Dry Creek Vineyard. We did new features on some of the amazing red wines. Today we have three wines .We will start with the Pinot Noir. Winemaker Notes:The Russian River Valley is perhaps the finest region for growing world-class Pinot Noir in all of California. The coas…

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Sam Ash: The Minister of Advertising at Homowack Lodge 50:14

9M ago50:14

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From 1986-2007, Sam Ash was the minister of entertainment and advertising at the Homowack Lodge. Sam joines us this week on Episode 105 of The Borscht Belt Tattler Podcast. ⁣ Support the show Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe! Follow The Borscht Belt Tattler on socials! Instagram | Facebook | Twitter To learn more about Jen, follow her at …

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Dr. Ellen Madeker – Airbnb | Balancing acts: tourism regulations, politics & female leadership 40:54

9M ago40:54

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Head of Public Policy DACH & CEE @Airbnb What happens when Airbnb meets hotel management? Well, confessions were made by Dr. Ellen Madeker Head of Public Policy for Germany, Austria, Switzerland (DACH) & Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) at Airbnb and Phil during a live podcast recording at the Berlin Travel Festival. A lot has changed in the apartm…

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Scott Eckers - Lost and Found: The Iconic Kutsher's Sign 1:14:02

9M ago1:14:02

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Scott Eckers is our guest this week on Episode 104 of The Borscht Belt Tattler Podcast. We are chatting about many fun things, including Stage Door Manor, the iconic Kutsher's sign and why it is so important to maintain the history and culture behind the Borscht Belt. Learn more about Scott HERE. Support the show Don't forget to rate, review and su…

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21: Ride with Our Tribe 50:48

9M ago50:48

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One of the best ways to see and explore a city is by bike and there’s no better way to connect with the cycling community and get to know the local trails than by riding with a local club. At the Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort, we are home to the Buffalo Lodge Bike Tribe and whether you’re a tourist, new to town or a longtime local, all are welcome t…

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20: Cycling with the Santas 43:05

9M ago43:05

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There’s no better way to kick off the holiday season than with a big community bike ride full of cycling Santas! Whether you live in town or are looking for a great time to visit the Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort, check out this episode of Pedal the Springs podcast to find out more about our Annual Cycling Santa & Chasing Santa 5k, coming up Decembe…

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Mark McCulloch – Hospitality Rising & Supersonic Marketing | Kick-ass employer branding for hospitality 55:02

9M ago55:02

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Founder & CEO @Hospitality Rising & Supersonic Marketing Attention please: “Hospitality Rising” That’s the title of Mark McCulloch’s campaign, which is addressing the painful topic of staff shortage in the UK hospitality scene in an unseen way. And one thing is for sure: This is a game-changer in how employment in hospitality is seen, not just in t…

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Robert Miller: The Olympic, The Fieldston & Following your Dream 44:33

9M ago44:33

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Episode 103 is here and Robert Miller shares his memories of The Fieldston, Gilbert's and Olympic Hotel in Fallsburg, New York. Don't forget to check out Robert's podcast, the Follow Your Dream Podcast. Listen and learn now at https://www.followyourdreampodcast.com/. Support the show Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe! Follow The Borscht Be…

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Joe Lehman - Grossinger's 1986 40:46

10M ago40:46

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Grossingers might have closed in 1986 but that’s not where Joe Lehman's story ended. In 1986, Joe and his family moved from West Palm Beach Florida to live at Grossinger’s after it closed. His father was Robert Lehman, the Vice President of Servico, a company that attempted to reopen the hotel. Today you will hear about Grossinger’s from a very new…

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Emma Banks – Hilton| Buffet hype & the importance of F&B in sustainability 40:23

10M ago40:23

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Vice President, F&B Strategy & Development Europe, Middle East, and Africa @Hilton This episode will leave you hungry for more! 😋 Emma Banks Vice President, F&B Strategy & Development Europe, Middle East, and Africa at Hilton joined us for an episode of SMACK at the recent Future Hospitality Summit in Abu Dhabi hosted by the Bench to tell us her st…

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Danny Fingeroth 54:56

10M ago54:56

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Fact: The Borscht Belt was a training ground Jewish Comic Book Heroes. Our special guest today is Danny Fingeroth, a prominent figure in the world of comics, known for his extensive contributions as a writer, editor and historian. With a career spanning several decades, Danny has worked for major comic book publishers like Marvel Comics, where he p…

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Dr. Jeffrey O – St. Justine & IHI | From humble beginnings to hospitality powerhouse 45:26

11M ago45:26

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President @IHI & Chairman @St.Justine Do you ever run out of battery? This man surely doesn’t! We are proud to welcome Dr. Jeffrey O - Chairman of the Directors Board at St. Justine, President of the International Hospitality Institute, coach, mentor, writer, and simply put: One of the most influential people in #hospitality. Jeffrey let Flo in on …

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Dinner at The Matheson/Dry Creek Vineyard/ Don Wallace

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recently Don Wallace and I enjoyed four courses at the Matheson in Healdsburg. It's always a great time when Don Wallace and I get together. We have 4 wines and 4 courses to share with you today. First let's look at the tasting notes and the great websites of Dry Creek Vineyard and The Matheson. Open Tuesday through Sunday at 5:00 PM.Bar Open at 4p…

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Need Money to Buy Your Dream Cottage Resort? A CFDC Can Help. 16:12

11M ago16:12

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In this series, we featured southerners who bought a cottage resort in Northern Ontario and have no regrets. After listening to these episodes, maybe you're ready to make the leap, in theory, but the actual dollars and cents are holding you back. If that's the case, tune in to this episode about one of the North’s best kept secrets: Community Futur…

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Borscht Belt Book Talk: Anna E. Jordan - Shira & Esther's Double Dream Debut 29:34

11M ago29:34

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I'm thrilled to finally feature Anna E. Jordan and her beautiful book, Shira & Esther's Double Dream Debut, which is now available wherever books are sold. Anna E. Jordan has an MFA from the Writing for Children and Young Adults program at Vermont College of Fine Arts and was the recipient of the 2013 PEN New England Susan P. Bloom Children's Book …

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Fear and ATVing in Blind River: A Newcomer Family's Experience 19:07

11M ago19:07

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Granary Lake Retreat is a cottage resort near Blind River that is owned by a family of newcomers with roots in Trinidad and Tobago. All of the investors featured in this series are first time cottage resort owners, but you could say that our guest Chris Jaggarnath, his father Anand Jaggarnath, and his stepmother Bettina Abraham were truly rookies. …

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John Langford – AEG | The meaning & impact of live music 40:06

11M ago40:06

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COO @ Anschutz Entertainment Group Europe Have you ever been to a large arena and thought to yourself, “Damn – this place is huge.”?!   John Langford, the COO of Anschutz Entertainment Group for Europe, knows all about that feeling as he is responsible for the operations of some of the largest arenas in Europe, including The o2 in London, Mercedes …

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Bruce Goldstein | Grossinger's: Return to the G3D Resort 1:34:55

12M ago1:34:55

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Get ready to explore #grossingers like never before.⁣ Return To The G3D Resort is a Roblox reimagining of Grossinger's Resort & Country Club, one of the most popular borscht belt resorts. Bruce Goldstein is a native New Yorker from The Bronx. He began his career as a professional show drummer at an early age. In 1977, after graduating from the High…

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The Borscht Belt in Pop Culture with Sarene Leeds 1:04:10

12M ago1:04:10

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Welcome back to the Borscht Belt! Sarene Leeds (@sareneleedswrites) is a a seasoned journalist who built her career covering TV, pop culture, health, wellness, parenting and general lifestyle subjects. She has been published in The Wall Street Journal, Rolling Stone, Entertainment Weekly, Glamour, Vulture and countless other outlets. On today's sho…

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Brian and Aniela Buy Their Favourite Hunting Lodge 19:11

12M ago19:11

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Brian Whalley grew up spending summers at Browns’ Clearwater West Lodge, and it’s where he took his now-partner Aniela Hannaford on their first date. It’s a special place to them, so when the owners retired two years ago, Brian and Aniela took a leap of faith and bought the property. In this episode, the couple talks about the experience of taking …

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Tao Tao – GetYourGuide | Digitalizing Travel Experiences & Founding a Billion Dollar Company 38:42

12M ago38:42

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COO & CO-FOUNDER @ GETYOURGUIDE Welcome Tao Tao, co-founder and COO of GetYourGuide, the revolutionary of travel experiences and one of the best people to hang out with if you need top travel advice in any city on this planet. For the opening of SMACK's fifth #podcast season, Florian had the pleasure of hosting Tao Tao and discussing his founder st…

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Allen Frishman - Tales From A Catskill Mountain Plumber 1:06:41

12M ago1:06:41

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Welcome to episode 97 of The BBT! In this installment, we are in conversation with Allen Frishman, the Archival Officer for the Catskills Borscht Belt Museum. Allen has lived his entire life in Sullivan County where both his grandparents owned bungalow colonies. He ran a business creating architectural scale models for developers and builders, and …

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