Best Zin Podcasts (2024)

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STORMRAIGE, SPELL ZIN-AZSHARI 1:06:28

8d ago1:06:28

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Thank you, as always to our producers and Best Friends Forever, Baximus and RidiculousHat. Join our Discord at https://discord.gg/hfnusHE Support our pod at https://www.patreon.com/Squelch Squelch merch is available at http://tee.pub/lic/534BeDt5B70 Podcast episodes available at www.squelchcast.com The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? …

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Kim Currie (The Zin House, Mudgee) - this particular moment in hospitality 37:57

24d ago37:57

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Last time we had Kim Currie on Dirty Linen, she spoke about her history in hospitality and the way she developed her vision for connected dining at The Zin House on Tinja Farm, near Mudgee in country New South Wales. This time, we returned to Wiradjuri country to eat the food of First Nations chef Jack Brown. We also sat down again with Kim to spea…

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Sarah Maric (Australian Institute of Technical Chefs) - endless learning and opportunity. 37:43

2d ago37:43

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Being a chef means endless learning and opportunity. That's the view of Sarah Maric from the Australian Institute of Technical Chefs. Sarah takes time out from judging an apprentice chef cooking competition to talk about her own varied career and the many non-restaurant pathways there are for those who cook for a living. From cocktail parties to co…

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SQUELCH SEASON 2 AND THE NEW SQUELCH FORMAT 1:08:41

1d ago1:08:41

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Thank you, as always to our producers and Best Friends Forever, Baximus and RidiculousHat. Join our Discord at https://discord.gg/hfnusHE Support our pod at https://www.patreon.com/Squelch Squelch merch is available at http://tee.pub/lic/534BeDt5B70 Podcast episodes available at www.squelchcast.com The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? …

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The Producers: Narie Preston (Wot’s Ya Caper) - growing, picking and processing 19:36

2d ago19:36

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Narie Preston owns the delightfully named Wot’s Ya Caper, a caper and caperberry farm in Bealiba in central Victoria. Narie and her partner Mark didn’t plan to get into capers but somehow this curious plant found them and turned their retirement into a period of dawn rising and hard toil. They’re busy growing, picking and processing a crop that tur…

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How Rachel Turner's Creative Writing Adventures Shaped Her Identity: A Conversation with Brandy Stegall 1:00:15

3d ago1:00:15

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In this epsiode, guest host Brandy Stegall sits down with one of her best friends, Rachel Turner, to explore Rachel's creative writing journey. Brandy delves into Rachel's life beyond motherhood and how her writing has impacted various mediums, from print and theatre to upcoming projects on the screen. Their conversation is filled with humor and a …

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Srini Kondaveeti (Streets of Hyderabad) - are food delivery apps good for business? 37:07

7d ago37:07

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Many food businesses feel like they can’t afford not to be on the delivery apps, but are they actually good for business? Srini Kondaveeti says an emphatic ‘no’. The owner of suburban Melbourne restaurant Streets of Hyderabad says it’s not just that the apps are bad for his bottom line, they are also ruining dining culture by getting customers hook…

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Hilary McNevin (Turnip Media) - how can restaurants best market themselves? 33:53

11d ago33:53

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When every dollar means a lot, how can restaurants best market themselves? We chat to hospitality PR and marketing expert Hilary McNevin from Turnip Media. Hilary shares her methods and gives insights into what works and what doesn't. We also talk about The Little Food Market, which we are co-MCing in mid-July. What are the right questions for food…

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The Producers: Jane Casey (Mountain Yuzu) - if life gives you yuzu 24:38

15d ago24:38

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Mountain Yuzu is located on the foothills of the Australian Alps in North East Victoria. It is here where Jane Casey and her husband Brian grow an array of unique cold climate culinary citrus including Yuzu, Sudachi, Bergamot and Chinotto. https://mountainyuzu.com.au/ SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR EXCLUSIVE ARTICLES, NEWS, GIVEAWAYS AND BEHIND TH…

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Dr Ananya Bhattacharya (Monash Uni) - the cost of food waste 24:31

16d ago24:31

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Food waste costs households, businesses and the environment. Dr Ananya Bhattacharya is a Monash Uni researcher and massive foodie who finds it upsetting when people order a meal then chuck half of it in the bin. What are the factors that cause people to waste some times of food and not others? What can be done about it in food service and by consum…

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Keeping Native American History Alive: A Passionate Discusion w/ Zack Bob Thompson (Part 2 of 2) 48:53

17d ago48:53

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In this episode, we delve into the rich and complex history of Native Americans. We explore the importance of nature in their culture, and how it shaped their beliefs and way of life. We also discuss the unique governance of the people, which allowed for a strong sense of community and cooperation.However, with the arrival of the white man, Native …

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Jamie Burcide (Not So Hospitable) - what 'boils her milk' 32:43

17d ago32:43

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Why does hospitality have such a problem with sexual harassment and what can be done about it? We spoke to Jamie Burcide in 2022 after she launched Not So Hospitable as an Instagram account. Survivor testimony collected there has now been used as data to collate a report with University of Melbourne academics. Jamie returns to Dirty Linen to discus…

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OHHH ELECTRIC STORM CITY 54:29

22d ago54:29

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DAN IS ON VACATION, MATT IS UPLOADING I DON'T KNOW THE SHOW TITLE The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Support the Show. Contact: http://linktr.ee/squelchcastBy Dan0, ElectricSheepCity, Enthralimund, Mattatarms, and Stormraige

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Dr Elaine Pratley (Peace Kitchen) - can food promote peace? 29:04

22d ago29:04

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I'm a huge believer in the power of food to create connection but can it also promote peace? That seems big... Today's guest is Dr Elaine Pratley, a lawyer and Rotary Peace Fellow who's written a PhD on Peace and Conflict and the power of food to forge change. Elaine is the founder of Peace Kitchen, an event series which encourages people to gather…

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MATT USED TO NAME ALL THE EPISODES 59:34

29d ago59:34

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Thank you, as always to our producers and Best Friends Forever, Baximus and RidiculousHat. Join our Discord at https://discord.gg/hfnusHE Support our pod at https://www.patreon.com/Squelch Squelch merch is available at http://tee.pub/lic/534BeDt5B70 Podcast episodes available at www.squelchcast.com The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? …

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Billy Crombie (Babaji’s Kerala Kitchen) - Is hospitality broken? 29:17

30d ago29:17

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Is hospitality broken? Not if you ask Billy Crombie, the co-owner of two southern Indian restaurants in the hills outside Melbourne. Success lies in community: when you nourish those around you, they care too much to let you fail. We talk about the advantages of starting with nothing, the many ways there are to connect with those around you, and th…

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Keeping Native American History Alive: A Passionate Discussion w/ Zack Bob Thompson (Part 1 of 2) 1:02:48

1M ago1:02:48

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In this special episode, we are joined by Zack Bob Thompson to discuss Native American history and culture. We start by discussing his early introduction to Native American history as a child and how that sparked a lifelong passion for learning about their histories.Zack shares his journey of pursuing a degree in Native American Studies, which deep…

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Nick Honeyman (Paris Butter/Le Petit Léon) - should Michelin come down under? 27:06

1M ago27:06

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Nick Honeyman’s New Zealand restaurant Paris Butter has been awarded three hats but the level of attention and interest was nothing compared to the ballyhoo when his French restaurant Le Petit Leon was given its first Michelin star. We talk about different types of acclaim, the differences between running restaurants in the Antipodes and Europe, an…

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A podcast audio review with Dani Valent - The Zin House, Mudgee. 14:40

1M ago14:40

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Come with me on a restaurant review...I have lunch at The Zin House in country New South Wales, where First Nations chef Jack Brown is leading the kitchen, creating a tasting menu using native produce, some of it grown on the property. Listen through to the end where I debrief with Jack about the state of Indigenous dining. Want to hear more from t…

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I DON'T KNOW ABOUT YOU, BUT I'M FEELING... 1:05:36

1M ago1:05:36

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Thank you, as always to our producers and Best Friends Forever, Baximus and RidiculousHat. Join our Discord at https://discord.gg/hfnusHE Support our pod at https://www.patreon.com/Squelch Squelch merch is available at http://tee.pub/lic/534BeDt5B70 Podcast episodes available at www.squelchcast.com The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? …

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Jack Brown (The Zin House, Mudgee) - What's the state of Indigenous dining? it 34:31

1M ago34:31

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What's the state of Indigenous dining? Why are local ingredients always 'next big thing' but it hasn't become normal to spread Davidson plum jam on a slice of toast? We check in with First Nations chef Jack Brown, currently leading the kitchen at The Zin House, a hatted restaurant that's part of the family of businesses at Tinja Farm. The property …

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Sarah Cremona (Moke Dining) - some MAD lessons 32:19

1M ago32:19

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Back in February we chatted to Sarah Cremona, sous chef at Moke Dining on the Mornington Peninsula. Since then, Sarah has been in Copenhagen at the MAD Academy, a learning institution which sprang from the Noma ecosystem. Sarah undertook an intense Leadership and Business course, followed by a week with chef and restaurateur Christian Puglisi. What…

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AND NOW YOU HAVE TO CRAFT ARFUS 1:24:55

1M ago1:24:55

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Thank you, as always to our producers and Best Friends Forever, Baximus and RidiculousHat. Join our Discord at https://discord.gg/hfnusHE Support our pod at https://www.patreon.com/Squelch Squelch merch is available at http://tee.pub/lic/534BeDt5B70 Podcast episodes available at www.squelchcast.com The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? …

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Gianluca Esposto (a'Mare, Sydney) - furthering dining culture and careers 23:02

1M ago23:02

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Chefs are often seen as the stars of the food world but restaurants would be nothing without waiters, managers and front-of-house leadership. We talk to Gianluca Esposto, general manager of a'Mare in Sydney. There's an emphasis on tableside skills at this large, upmarket restaurant. How does filleting a fish or making pesto in front of guests furth…

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How the Byess Family Navigates Parenthood: A Special Family Day Episode 56:32

2M ago56:32

56:32

Happy in-between Mother's and Father's Day, everyone. Whether you are a parent, guardian, family member, or friend, it takes a village to raise children. I recently had the opportunity to sit and listen to the Byess family about their experiences raising two children during the 80s and 90s. The challenges they faced and overcame in their early year…

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Karla Munoz Labart (Restaurant Labart) - Is hospitality broken? 28:31

2M ago28:31

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Is hospitality broken? Not if Karla Munoz Labart can fix it. The co-owner of Restaurant Labart in Burleigh Heads reflects on six years in business marked by change, restructure and ongoing dialogue with customers. A recent menu rethink was prompted by a drop in business but the new mode actually feels closer to the owners' original vision. We discu…

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Dirty Glass with Dani Valent & Shanteh Wale - making a splash with wine lists 38:08

2M ago38:08

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We were thirsting for another episode of Dirty Glass, the crossover podcast with Dani Valent from Dirty Linen and Shanteh Wale from Over A Glass. So here it is! We make a splash with wine lists, assessing the drinks offering at Basq, a restaurant in Melbourne. Shanteh helps Dani assess the list as a food (and drink!) critic, and Dani shares some of…

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The Producers: Robert Jones (Tuki) - diversification is key 18:55

2M ago18:55

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Robert Jones was born on Stoney Rises, the third generation on his family’s sheep farm in central Victoria. In 1985, he saw the need for diversification in a traditional livestock enterprise so he launched Tuki, a trout fishing venue where visitors could come to catch a fish and - if they wanted - have it cooked for them on the property. Nearly 40 …

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Sam Pinzone (Chef and consultant) - Is hospitality broken? 35:16

2M ago35:16

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Is hospitality broken? Chef and consultant Sam Pinzone works across cafes and restaurants of all types, engineering menus, advising new businesses and trying to inspire staff, some of whom are jaded and despondent. We talk about his efforts to return Rockpool to its glory days, the reasons some menus are so boring and the biggest mistakes he sees. …

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Dani's Friday On My Mind - some thoughts flying around my head 31:17

2M ago31:17

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Friday on my mind! This is an occasional bonus pod and brain dump where I share some of the thoughts flying around my head on a Friday. This time I talk about Sydney fave Fratelli Paradiso, my new Eat Streets series for The Age, and new Melbourne eateries Sebastian Kakigori, Papelon and Charlong. There’s also a special drop-in guest - chef Ronith A…

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TWENTY-FOUR MINUTE CLOCK 1:08:09

2M ago1:08:09

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Dan0's audio is off this week. So, if you are wondering, it's not you - it's him. Thank you, as always to our producers and Best Friends Forever, Baximus and RidiculousHat. Join our Discord at https://discord.gg/hfnusHE Support our pod at https://www.patreon.com/Squelch Squelch merch is available at http://tee.pub/lic/534BeDt5B70 Podcast episodes a…

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Bansho (Armadale) - an audio review with Dani Valent 15:01

2M ago15:01

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Today's podcast is a restaurant review of Bansho, a French-Japanese restaurant in Melbourne's Armadale. Sitting in a horseshoe booth in a sleek, moody dining room, the microphone sneaks out course by course. https://www.banshodining.com/ Read Dani's Good Weekend review here https://www.theage.com.au/goodfood/melbourne-eating-out/a-little-japanese-a…

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Britney LeCroy Shares Her Passion of Being a Health & Fitness Coach (Part 2 of 2) 53:27

2M ago53:27

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In this part 1 episode of a 2 part series, I sit down with Britney LeCroy, a health and fitness coach for BODi (⁠www.beachbody.com⁠). Britney shares her expertise on fitness programs, mental health, mindset, habit-building, food consumption, self-care, and discipline. We dive into the importance of creating healthy habits and how to stay motivated …

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Chris Locke (Moving Feast Kitchen) - forging community around sustainability goals 37:59

2M ago37:59

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We go deep with chef Chris Locke, talking about the way toxic kitchen culture has sent him down a new path in which his daily tasks might include dealing with 300 kg of sweet potatoes otherwise destined for the bin. As well as being chef at the no-waste Moving Feast kitchen at Melbourne’s Victoria Market, Chris is working on the first Australian Ch…

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Felicity Rodgers (Cargo Crew) - fashion, food and business 32:22

2M ago32:22

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We love chatting to ancillary industries that stand alongside hospitality in creating a great experience for guests and staff. Today's guest is Felicity Rodgers from Cargo Crew, an Australian company known best for its aprons and workwear. Cargo Crew now ships to more than 80 countries, employs a team of 50-plus people, and has skyrocketed to annua…

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THIS EPISODE IS A DM TO MATTATARMS 1:12:07

2M ago1:12:07

1:12:07

Hearthstone is a game, and games are supposed to be fun! Thank you, as always to our producers and Best Friends Forever, Baximus and RidiculousHat. Join our Discord at https://discord.gg/hfnusHE Support our pod at https://www.patreon.com/Squelch Squelch merch is available at http://tee.pub/lic/534BeDt5B70 Podcast episodes available at www.squelchca…

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Anjali Ganapathy (Pig Out) - Kodava meal experiences 33:39

2M ago33:39

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What does a vinegar-soured pork curry from an obscure part of southern India have to do with climate change? We chat to Anjali Ganapathy, an unofficial ambassador for Coorg cuisine, the food she grew up with in a hilly forest and farming region of Karnataka. Coorg people are deeply connected to land and seasons; when the weather changes, so does cu…

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OOPS! NO GOOFS. 1:08:01

2M ago1:08:01

1:08:01

Love you, Matt! Hearthstone is a game, and games are supposed to be fun! Thank you, as always to our producers and Best Friends Forever, Baximus and RidiculousHat. Join our Discord at https://discord.gg/hfnusHE Support our pod at https://www.patreon.com/Squelch Squelch merch is available at http://tee.pub/lic/534BeDt5B70 Podcast episodes available …

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Martin Boetz (Shortgrain, Brisbane) - how is Marty going now? 31:41

2M ago31:41

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Last year we did one of our most popular series ever on Dirty Linen, following the planning, building and opening of Martin Boetz's Shortgrain restaurant in Brisbane. It's been seven months and we were wondering...how is Marty going now? We check in to hear about staffing, costs, pricing, customers and vision - is Shortgrain the place its owner hop…

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Britney LeCroy Shares Her Passion of Being a Health & Fitness Coach (Part 1 of 2) 1:04:08

2M ago1:04:08

1:04:08

In this part 1 episode of a 2 part series, I sit down with Britney LeCroy, a health and fitness coach for BODi (www.beachbody.com). Britney shares her expertise on fitness programs, mental health, mindset, habit-building, food consumption, self-care, and discipline. We dive into the importance of creating healthy habits and how to stay motivated in…

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Paul Pitcher (The Woodhouse, Bendigo) - is hospitality broken? 27:21

2M ago27:21

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Even if hospitality isn't broken, is it breaking the people who work in it? We talk to Paul Pitcher, owner of Woodhouse, a steakhouse in Bendigo. Paul and his wife Danielle run their restaurant with passion and rigour but they're finding it increasingly hard to get the numbers to stack up. What would help their business and the hospitality industry…

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YES THE ENTIRE ROPE DROP IS 75 SECONDS LONG 51:45

3M ago51:45

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Hearthstone is a game, and games are supposed to be fun! Thank you, as always to our producers and Best Friends Forever, Baximus and RidiculousHat. Join our Discord at https://discord.gg/hfnusHE Support our pod at https://www.patreon.com/Squelch Squelch merch is available at http://tee.pub/lic/534BeDt5B70 Podcast episodes available at www.squelchca…

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Eloise Emmett (Little Norfolk Bay Bistro and Chalets, Tasmania) - keeping tourism revenue local 22:21

3M ago22:21

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Hospitality, tourism and accommodation are entwined, especially in regional Australia. But what happens when one pillar of that business is deeply compromised? We chat to Eloise Emmett, owner, chef and host at Little Norfolk Bay Bistro and Chalets in Tasmania. Eloise is troubled by booking platforms which take a huge cut of her margins and by custo…

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#141 Fratello Navetta & Kula Dark Rum 1:15:47

3M ago1:15:47

1:15:47

Episode #141. This Week we smoke the Fratello Navetta and pair it with Kula Dark Rum. We have an interview with the marvelous Omar De Frias from Fratello Cigars, Melissa says she will go naked and check your beanie hat for a missing fur ball, plus more at www.thegoodcigar.comBy The Good Cigar

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The Producers: Tara Croker (Yaala Sparkling) - changing the game 19:13

3M ago19:13

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Wiradjuri woman Tara Croker is the founder of Yaala Sparkling, a purpose-driven flavoured mineral water company that uses native ingredients to create healthy and delicious drinks. Ethics are at the heart of the business: Tara aims to change the game when it comes to the economic pathways of indigenous foods and as Yaala grows, she hopes to create …

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Kaidee Grzankowski (Maggie's Snacks & Liquor) - wanting to be the change? 50:46

3M ago50:46

50:46

We've chatted about misogyny, sexism and poor culture before on Dirty Linen but it's always the right time to surface these issues and create awareness around toxic behaviour and efforts to eliminate it. Today's guest is Kaidee Grzankowski, co-owner of Maggie's Snacks & Liquor in Melbourne's Brunswick East. This is Kaidee's first business and she d…

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Jess Ribeiro (Musician) - Summer of Love 28:39

3M ago28:39

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Something a bit different on Dirty Linen today. We’re chatting with Melbourne musician Jess Ribeiro who has a new album coming out in April, Summer of Love. Why have a musician on a food podcast? For one thing, I think all creative industries overlap and intertwine and there are synergies and lessons that we can share. Also, Jess has had various fo…

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Thomas Paterson From History Cherokee, Helps Us Explore the County (Georgia) 1:07:27

3M ago1:07:27

1:07:27

I enjoyed speaking with Thomas Paterson (Development and Communications Coordinator) from History Cherokee. We delved into the rich history of Cherokee County, Georgia, and how the Historical Society preserves it. Thomas talked about the importance of documenting and sharing the county's history and how the society collaborates with other organizat…

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Teage Ezard (Gingerboy) - is hospitality broken? 23:18

3M ago23:18

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It was big news when Teage Ezard announced his 18-year-old Melbourne restaurant Gingerboy had shut the doors. People realised that tricky times in hospitality weren't just a story, they were impacting seasoned restaurateurs. What happened behind the scenes at Gingerboy and why was now the right time to close? And does hospo veteran Teage Ezard thin…

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SUCH A GREAT MOOOOVE 1:07:28

3M ago1:07:28

1:07:28

Hearthstone is a game, and games are supposed to be fun! Thank you, as always to our producers and Best Friends Forever, Baximus and RidiculousHat. Join our Discord at https://discord.gg/hfnusHE Support our pod at https://www.patreon.com/Squelch Squelch merch is available at http://tee.pub/lic/534BeDt5B70 Podcast episodes available at www.squelchca…

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