The Podcast Trend Takes Over the Bar

We asked some members of the Tahona Society Community to recommend their four top podcasts for bartenders like you! These podcasts are great ways to learn the latest and acquire a more comprehensive view of the business at a global level.

Podcasts are very much like the amazing conversations we have at the bar with clients and colleagues, right? The only difference is that they are in audio format, and you can listen to them anytime from anywhere.

Unlike the radio, podcasts are pre-recorded and edited, which makes them easy to listen to and access. Besides, topics are highly varied: news, culture, history, entrepreneurship, and, naturally, our hospitality industry isn’t far behind.

Amazing apps like Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and iHeartRadio are some of the best platforms to find the perfect podcasts for your taste and lifestyle.

Spotify

While Spotify started a dedicated music platform, it now has 13 million podcasts you can listen to for free (with ads)!

iHeartRadio

Meanwhile, iHeartRadio has over 860 live stations from 160 markets in the US and a plethora of podcasts. You can listen to them for free, but subscription options exist to remove ads and obtain other cool functions.

Apple Podcasts

As for Apple Podcasts, you can access a large selection of free podcasts from your iPhone, but you can also subscribe to some channels to obtain exclusive content.

But why should you make podcasts part of your daily routine? Well, not only are they a great way to spend time while doing mise en place, cleaning, and prebatching your cocktails, but they are also an incredible source of entertainment, information, and knowledge. Moreover, if you have an entrepreneurial spirit, we encourage you to share your stories behind the bar through your own podcast. Speaking of that, our colleague, Simon Kistenfeger, launched his own podcast on how to have a positive mindset. Make sure to follow his podcast and check it out!

So, consider playing a podcast next time you are waiting for your customers at the bar. It might become your new favorite pastime, and you’d be joining a community of 43 million people in the US who listen to this type of medium.

Without further ado, here are our top 5 hospitality industry podcasts for you to listen to: 

Top 4 Hospitality Industry Podcasts

1. The Cocktail Lovers 

Are you into the artistry of drinks? Do you want to learn about the artistic mastery of preparing cocktails with skill, creativity, excellence, talent, and originality? This is the podcast for you.

It’s fun and informative, filled with tips and tricks from the most important bartenders in the business. The hosts constantly try new products on the market, give book reviews, and recommend bars that should be on your radar.

2. Bartenders at Large by Erick Castro 

This podcast is a love letter to the art of cocktail making and the world of craft cocktails. It provides an analysis of trends and plenty of experimentation through the eyes of its host and creator, bartender Erick Castro.

It is also a great platform that supports and highlights the incredible work of those benefitting from the industry, such as local farmers, small distillers, and customers, without losing sight of the heart of the business: bartenders.

3. The MUCHO AMOR Lifestyle Podcast by Simon Kistenfeger 

Simon, the podcast’s host and global ambassador of Altos tequila, shares love and working toward a positive mindset. 

He aims to make the world a better place, connect with other cultures, create more awareness for a more sustainable world, and find inner peace. Simon has traveled to nearly 90 countries (and is still counting) and loves to share with listeners success formulas for inner peace, business success, and a sorrow-free mindset and lifestyle.

4. Hospitality Daily by Josiah Mackenzie

The host, Josiah Mackenzie, provides insights for succeeding in hospitality and beyond. His podcast will keep you informed and is filled with short, daily conversations with interesting people in the hospitality industry who will inspire you to grow your business.

For example, you’ll learn the importance of understanding guests’ intentions and customizing their experience to make their stay truly hospitable. You’ll also find real-life examples of exceptional hospitality that go above and beyond, highlighting the impact of personal touches and thoughtful surprises on guest satisfaction.