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Nashville Restaurant Radio

Nashville Restaurant Radio

By Brandon Styll

This is a podcast made for and about the people of the Nashville Restaurant community. Our goal is to gain others perspectives and learn from their experiences. Listen for interviews with Chefs, Restauranteurs, authors, industry leaders, and much more! This is not a podcast where we talk about food, we talk about food people.
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Tom Morales- Acme Feed and Seed, The Southern, Tomkats, and The Loveless Cafe

Nashville Restaurant RadioMay 20, 2020

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Chad and Gracie from East Side Banh Mi

Chad and Gracie from East Side Banh Mi

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. Today they are celebrating 4 years of ESBM!! We talk about the last 4 years, and what's on the horizon, and what exactly do they do as Owner's of You Are Here Hospitality.
Mar 21, 202401:14:19
Kelly Probst- Fish Monger- What Chefs Want

Kelly Probst- Fish Monger- What Chefs Want

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, his job, and surfing in the shark attack capitol of the world. (yes, he tells shark stories) We also talk about What Chef's Wants presence in Alaska to bring some of the best seafood in the world to their customers.
Mar 14, 202401:20:56
Margot McCormack and Hadley Long

Margot McCormack and Hadley Long

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.
Mar 12, 202401:08:04
TN Flavors Feat David Andrews, Deb Paquette, Lauren Palmer and more

TN Flavors Feat David Andrews, Deb Paquette, Lauren Palmer and more

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 Paquette) and one of the biggest local farmers in Nashville (Lauren Palmer) as well as some other amazing guests. You will have to listen to find out who!!
Mar 09, 202401:08:56
Max Knoepfel- Executive Chef- Music City Center

Max Knoepfel- Executive Chef- Music City Center

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
Mar 04, 202401:22:23
TN Flavors Feat. Margot McCormack, Alyssa Gangeri, Max Knoepfel, Kris McCorkle, and Paul Brennan

TN Flavors Feat. Margot McCormack, Alyssa Gangeri, Max Knoepfel, Kris McCorkle, and Paul Brennan

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 are in attendance. Stay tuned for that episode coming soon.
Feb 27, 202401:41:34
Rob Higgins- Owner- Supper Club on Belcourt, Bungalow 10, and Jar

Rob Higgins- Owner- Supper Club on Belcourt, Bungalow 10, and Jar

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 Village.
Feb 25, 202401:17:55
#theroundup 2-19-24

#theroundup 2-19-24

Caroline and Brandon talk about topics effecting their own restaurants, and random Nashville restaurant news.
Feb 20, 202454:31
Victor Albisu- Chef/Owner- Taco Bamba

Victor Albisu- Chef/Owner- Taco Bamba

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 take turns on the hot seat, and then they pick out their worst case scenario. Sponsor Information Gordon Foodservice- Paul Hunter-615-945-6753 Super Source- Dish Machine and Chemicals- Jason Ellis-770-337-1143 Charpier's Bakery- Fresh Bread- Erin Mosow-615-319-6453 What Chef's Want-800-600-8510 Robins Insurance- Matthew Clements- 863-409-9372 Fat Bottom Brewery- order through DET dist. Bravazzi through Best Brands Campo Bravo Tequila- Ian Cox- 919-624-0113 Order Through Best Brands Cali Sober (non- alcoholic THC infused Mocktails)- Michael Dean Michael@getcalisober.com Order through Lipman Bros. Lee & Associates- Chandler James team Miller Chandler- mchandler@lee-associates.com Lee Ann James- ljames@lee-associates.com
Feb 11, 202401:28:27
Michael Dean- Cali Sober

Michael Dean- Cali Sober

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?
Feb 05, 202448:14
Christina Barnett- Owner- The Legendary Milkshake Bar

Christina Barnett- Owner- The Legendary Milkshake Bar

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!
Jan 28, 202401:07:10
Max Goldberg-Owner- Strategic Hospitality

Max Goldberg-Owner- Strategic Hospitality

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 discuss most of these places, what they have going on at the airport, how much he likes trains, his Fantasy Football win in our NRR league, family life, and so much more.
Sponsor Information
Gordon Foodservice- Paul Hunter-615-945-6753
Super Source- Dish Machine and Chemicals- Jason Ellis-770-337-1143
Charpier's Bakery- Fresh Bread- Erin Mosow-615-319-6453
What Chef's Want-800-600-8510
Robins Insurance- Matthew Clements- 863-409-9372
Fat Bottom Brewery- order through DET dist. Bravazzi through Best Brands
Campo Bravo Tequila- Ian Cox- 919-624-0113 Order Through Best Brands



Jan 23, 202401:27:30
Brian Baxter- Chef- The Catbird Seat

Brian Baxter- Chef- The Catbird Seat

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 before. We also let the conversation about the dinner be the storyline while we zigged and zagged all over the place in the conversation. Follow along on our Instagram page @nashville_restaurant_radio
Jan 14, 202401:57:00
Dry January Market at Killjoy Conversations

Dry January Market at Killjoy Conversations

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 pretty cool people who were there to check it all out. So this is an episode where we do 8, 5 minute or so interviews centered around the non alc life, Dry January, and some products that will help you serve this community.
Today we speak with

Rachel Reynolds- Director of Marketing for Curious Elixers
Nicole Prentice- Author
Ryan Holding- Proprietor- Passage Kava Lounge
Joel Wilson- Owner- Literal Creative
Michelle- Sous Chef at Miel
Kristine Myles- Owner- Myles Hospitality Marketing
Rachel Adams- Director of Marketing- Fat Bottom Brewery
Ted Plisko- Sales Manager- Better than Booze
Jan 11, 202453:45
Kahlil Arnold- Owner- Arnold's Country Kitchen

Kahlil Arnold- Owner- Arnold's Country Kitchen

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-770-337-1143
Charpier's Bakery- Fresh Bread- Erin Mosow-615-319-6453
What Chef's Want-800-600-8510
Robins Insurance- Matthew Clements- 863-409-9372
Fat Bottom Brewery- order through DET dist. Bravazzi through Best Brands
Sitex Linen- Ross Chandler- 270-823-2468
Jan 07, 202401:02:20
Ken Pelletier- Co-Founder Calexo

Ken Pelletier- Co-Founder Calexo

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 frequently asked questions he gets around it. We also talk about the legality, and how do you manage it at your restaurant or bar.
Sponsor information

Gordon Foodservice- Paul Hunter-615-945-6753
Super Source- Dish Machine and Chemicals- Jason Ellis-770-337-1143
Charpier's Bakery- Fresh Bread- Erin Mosow-615-319-6453
What Chef's Want-800-600-8510
Robins Insurance- Matthew Clements- 863-409-9372
Fat Bottom Brewery- order through DET dist. Bravazzi through Best Brands
Sitex Linen- Ross Chandler- 270-823-2468

Jan 04, 202401:12:48
Dry January talk with KillJoy and Creative Sobriety

Dry January talk with KillJoy and Creative Sobriety

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 what you may experience. They also share stories of their own journey with alcohol, and touch on the THC side of Dry January, as low dose THC beverages are making their way into the market. Happy New Year!
Sponsor information

Gordon Foodservice- Paul Hunter-615-945-6753
Super Source- Dish Machine and Chemicals- Jason Ellis-770-337-1143
Charpier's Bakery- Fresh Bread- Erin Mosow-615-319-6453
What Chef's Want-800-600-8510
Robins Insurance- Matthew Clements- 863-409-9372
Fat Bottom Brewery- order through DET dist. Bravazzi through Best Brands
Sitex Linen- Ross Chandler- 270-823-2468




Dec 30, 202301:13:33
Year end #roundup with Ben Whitlock

Year end #roundup with Ben Whitlock

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 Bread- Erin Mosow-615-319-6453
What Chef's Want-800-600-8510
Robins Insurance- Matthew Clements- 863-409-9372
Fat Bottom Brewery- order through DET dist.
Sitex Linen- Ross Chandler- 270-823-2468
Dec 13, 202301:29:39
Brandon on the Nashville Dad's Podcast

Brandon on the Nashville Dad's Podcast

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
Nov 27, 202301:14:22
Best of the Gordon Foodservice Final Thoughts

Best of the Gordon Foodservice Final Thoughts

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 Phillips, and Season 21 Winner of Hell's Kitchen, Alex Belew.
Nov 20, 202351:01
Margaret Littman- Freelance Writer

Margaret Littman- Freelance Writer

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.
Nov 07, 202301:09:45
Fantasy Football Week 9

Fantasy Football Week 9

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
Nov 03, 202301:00:22
Best of Nashville 2023

Best of Nashville 2023

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.
Oct 29, 202301:42:04
Fantasy Football week 8

Fantasy Football week 8

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
Oct 26, 202349:10
Will Guidara- Author Unreasonable Hospitality-Replay

Will Guidara- Author Unreasonable Hospitality-Replay

As we record some new episodes, I wanted to re share this one from March.
Oct 23, 202301:21:08
Gerard Craft and Evelynn Hadsell- Niche Food Group (Pastaria)

Gerard Craft and Evelynn Hadsell- Niche Food Group (Pastaria)

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 interesting interview as it is in two parts. I was interrupted by a call from one of my leaders and I had to leave immediately to attend to the restaurant. They were kind enough to pick up the interview the next day. I really enjoyed the conversation besides the technical issues with sound as we were talking over the internet. Big thank you to both Chef Gerard and Chef Evelynn for taking the time to join us today! Brandon
Oct 09, 202301:25:48
Storme Warren- Host- The Storme Warren Show

Storme Warren- Host- The Storme Warren Show

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 influence in myself finding the genre.
Sponsor information
Gordon Foodservice- Paul Hunter-615-945-6753
Super Source- Dish Machine and Chemicals- Jason Ellis-770-337-1143
Charpier's Bakery- Fresh Bread- Erin Mosow-615-319-6453
What Chef's Want-800-600-8510
Robins Insurance- Matthew Clements- 863-409-9372
Koorsen Fire and Security- Kevin Rose- 615-974-2932
Sitex Linen- Ross Chandler- 270-823-2468

Sep 24, 202301:05:42
Fantasy Football Week 3

Fantasy Football Week 3

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
Sep 21, 202339:31
David Birner- Commercial Manager at Gordon Foodservice

David Birner- Commercial Manager at Gordon Foodservice

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 information

Gordon Foodservice- Paul Hunter-615-945-6753
Super Source- Dish Machine and Chemicals- Jason Ellis-770-337-1143
Charpier's Bakery- Fresh Bread- Erin Mosow-615-319-6453
What Chef's Want-800-600-8510
Robins Insurance- Matthew Clements- 863-409-9372
Koorsen Fire and Security- Kevin Rose- 615-974-2932
Sitex Linen- Ross Chandler- 270-823-2468

Sep 17, 202301:24:27
Fantasy Football Week 2

Fantasy Football Week 2

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.
Sep 15, 202338:31
#theroundup with Nick Guidry Tipping part 2

#theroundup with Nick Guidry Tipping part 2

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 tipping at sporting events.
Sep 10, 202301:19:07
NRR Fantasy Football Episode 1

NRR Fantasy Football Episode 1

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, and Naima Fierce from the Germantown Pub joins the show live. Stay tuned for weekly check ins from Fantasy players, and special guests. The league consists of Max Goldberg, Brian Baxter, Naima Fierce, Alyssa Gangeri, Tandy Wilson, Hal Holden-Bache, Brandon Styll, Tony Glazin, Pat Martin and Alex Belew.
Sep 07, 202301:03:53
Freddie O' Connell- Mayoral Candidate- REPLAY from 4-2-23

Freddie O' Connell- Mayoral Candidate- REPLAY from 4-2-23

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 plan and please get out and VOTE!
Sep 01, 202301:18:15
Jeff Syracuse- Candidate for Metro Council at Large

Jeff Syracuse- Candidate for Metro Council at Large

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 14th, and if you can't make it that day, you can vote early starting tomorrow.
Aug 24, 202301:10:51
#theroundup with Bryan Lee Weaver

#theroundup with Bryan Lee Weaver

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 we discuss where you should tip, why you should tip, and should tipping even be a thing? Caroline says no, and has changed her model at her restaurant. We also play a game called, "should you tip?" Where we discuss several places that ask for tips, and some that don't, but maybe should. We talk about tip pooling, and service changes, as well as The Bear on Hulu.
Aug 22, 202301:28:58
Jon and Wilson from NOKO

Jon and Wilson from NOKO

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 insurance, vacation pay, and even a vacation stipend, they are serious about mental health, and with free gym memberships, they are serious about physical health too! Jon talks about how his experience dropping the bottle, had led him to a much fuller, and thoughtful experience Operating a restaurant. Wilson is such a down to earth guy, he talks about how much gratitude he has for the industry, his guests, and his team. Overall, they guys are kind and generous, and it was an honor to have them in studio today. Listen in, and go check out Noko!
Aug 14, 202301:16:13
Miller Phillips- Owner- Boshamps in Destin, FL

Miller Phillips- Owner- Boshamps in Destin, FL

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 at Boshamp's. Listen in as he tells his family's history, and what makes Boshamp's so special. Brandon
Aug 06, 202301:17:48
#theroundup 7-31-23

#theroundup 7-31-23

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.

Jul 30, 202301:01:45
Rob Floyd- Celebrity Mixologist

Rob Floyd- Celebrity Mixologist

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 worked with Jose Andres and Gordon Ramsey. He creates the bar program, and trains bartenders for Princess Cruises, and ha appeared alongside John Taffer on Bar Rescue for 10 years. Today he talks about his life, with his Executive Assistant Angel.
Jul 24, 202301:13:47
Jack and Lorraine from the Sexual Assault Center

Jack and Lorraine from the Sexual Assault Center

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.
Jul 16, 202301:00:44
Gabe and Brooks from Ladybird Taco

Gabe and Brooks from Ladybird Taco

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 restaurant, these guys really make it work! It was so much fun sitting down and talking to them, I hope you enjoy the conversation, and go visit them on 10th Ave South. Brandon
Jul 14, 202301:00:00
Tandy Wilson- Owner/Chef- City House

Tandy Wilson- Owner/Chef- City House

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.
Jul 08, 202301:25:01
Carter Hach- Author and Owner of Street Car

Carter Hach- Author and Owner of Street Car

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 recipes as well as his new restaurant on Charlotte Pike, Streetcar. Streetcar is a gastropub and biergarten, that focuses on smoked meats. The Smoker outside, made by local restaurant veteran Edgar Pendley, is something to be envious of. I actually left the interview and went to eat lunch there, and it was fantastic!
The show starts off with a small speech by me, titled, I bought a Jeep. Let me know your thought on IG @brandon_NRR
Jul 03, 202346:46
BBC Featuring Dr. Alex Jahangir

BBC Featuring Dr. Alex Jahangir

This month on Brandon's Book Club we are talking about Hot Spot- A Doctor's Diary of the Pandemic with the Author. Steven Smithng also joins us in studio for this conversation. Dr. Jahangir was the lead for the covid task force in Nashville. This book was his notes daily from March 8, 2020, through March 9, 2021. Listen through to the end when we surprise him with a very special gift to say thanks for his service. Brandon
Jun 25, 202301:08:46
Ford Fry- Owner- The Optimist

Ford Fry- Owner- The Optimist

Ford Fry is the Owner of the Optimist, Le Loop, Star River, and Superica in Nashville. He also owns many more in Atlanta and Houston. He joins the show today to talk about how he got here, and where he is going next. He also talks about his Nashville locations, and why they are so special to him.
Jun 18, 202301:19:11
#theroundup Father’s Day edition Featuring Ben Whitlock- Owner/ President of Mobile Fixture

#theroundup Father’s Day edition Featuring Ben Whitlock- Owner/ President of Mobile Fixture

Ben joins in as Brandon and Caroline talk about all the things that encompass an episode of #theroundup It was great to have Ben in studio to get caught up on his life, his business, and his opinions on Father’s Day. This was a lot of fun to have en episode where we just chat it out. We hope you enjoy!
Jun 16, 202301:36:23
Noelle Marchetti- Executive Pastry Chef at The Joseph

Noelle Marchetti- Executive Pastry Chef at The Joseph

Noelle Marchetti is a James Beard Semi Finalist Pasty Chef at The Joseph Hotel, which includes Yolan, and Denim Rooftop Restaurant. She talks about her amazing team, what some of her challenges and passions are, as well as how much she loves her craft! Listen in as she shares her story!
Jun 11, 202301:05:01
Marcia Masulla- Candidate for Metro Council At Large

Marcia Masulla- Candidate for Metro Council At Large

Marcia Masulla is a candidate for Metro at Large. She is an absolute advocate for Nashville, and hospitality workers., Today she talks about her history, and why she feels suited for this job. Caroline and Brandon also give her their endorsement. Election day is August 3rd. Are you ready to vote? Listen in as we also discuss what you can do to be ready to hit the polls!
Jun 07, 202301:07:60
Emma and Chris Biard- Owners SS Gai

Emma and Chris Biard- Owners SS Gai

Emma and Chris have been working on this concept since their honeymoon. After several pop ups, and a lot of Banh Mi’s made, they have officially opened SS Gai in The Wash space in East Nashville. Listen in as they tell their story about how they met, fell in love, travelled, and now have an amazing restaurant together. Learn about their parent company, You are here Hospitality, and why they have been hustling day and night at East Side Banh Mi. Congrats to Emma and Chris on your new Restaurant, and thanks is for sharing your story.
Jun 04, 202301:20:04
Rachel Hale- American Idol Season 12/Host of Hale's Kitchen

Rachel Hale- American Idol Season 12/Host of Hale's Kitchen

Rachel Hale is everywhere, I mean, she has done SO many things, and she's only getting started. From being mis pre teen USA at age 12, to starring on Amertican Idol at 21, she has been all overf the world, and is now hosting her own Paleo cooking show on IG called Hale's Kitchen. Liasten in today as she explains all the nuts and bolts of her life. She was an absolute JOY to have on the show, and listen after the show for a chance for you to take her on a date!
Jun 01, 202301:20:01