One of the most exciting aspects about the restaurant community is experiencing the challenge of constantly-changing consumer preferences and the excitement of working with other industry professionals to build better, more efficient businesses.
If you’re just starting out, or even if you’ve been at it for a few years, it can be difficult to know the best ways to optimize operations. That’s why connecting with other restaurant owners is so useful, and forming or joining organizations helps you keep tabs on relevant news, legislation and trends.
While all of this can be pretty confusing, fortunately, you don’t have to go it alone. When the restaurant keeps you too busy to network, here are 5 podcasts you can check out to give you the latest in industry news.
1. National Restaurant Association
The best place to start is at the other NRA. Yes, that’s really the colloquial name that industry professionals gave to the National Restaurant Association. They provide the most topical and up-to-date information about everything in the industry, from technology’s impact on different dining styles to managerial techniques. This podcast takes the resources used by their cutting-edge team and gives you all the best, most up-to-date news available.
2. Restaurant Unstoppable
These expert interviews give you the low-down on stories, ideas and expertise that you can use to optimize the efficiency of your restaurant. Connect to a virtual network of like-minded restaurateurs and get the best of the best advice to help prevent future missteps.
3. Restaurant Technology Guys
Looking for an upgrade to your Point of Sale and other technologies? The Restaurant Technology Guys are here to tell you all about the latest in industry-specific trends. From the most important devices sweeping the industry to handling technical difficulties that inevitably crop up during operations, this podcast has tips to keep you covered.
4. Gastropod
For the history and science buffs out there, Gastropod is a biweekly tell-all for anyone interested in the history of food. From growing it to serving it and everything scientific between, they talk to experts in the field so they can give you the most accurate and entertaining updates on the background of your kitchen.
5. Restaurant Tales
Finally, if you just want some entertaining stories to commiserate or celebrate the highs and lows of working in such a chaotic industry, this podcast should be at the top of your most-played list. Made by three friends, they bring positive energy into compelling stories about food service.
These are just five great podcasts to get you started, but with an industry as big as the world, you can find one that fits your particular interests or experiences with ease if none of these feel right. Enhance your restaurant ownership experience and join a community of like-minded individuals in your industry by downloading any of these restaurant podcasts today. You’re not going through this experience alone, and with podcasts like these, you’ll never laugh, cry or relate so deeply.
