It was 2019 and the buzz of top chef Katsuji Tanabe’s descent on Raleigh had reached epic proportions. A res at his short-lived legendary (now-defunct) High Horse was almost impossible to get. Then pandemic. But the story of High Horse’s shuttering has never been told—until now. Tune in as Publisher Gina Stephens has a candid…
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A hospitality veteran and photography entrepreneur, Don Mamone was afraid that their business would be at risk if they were to be who they knew they were. When they finally decided it was time to live their authentic truth, the outpouring of acceptance was greater than they could’ve ever imagined. In this episode, learn what…
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After running a successful coffee shop for 10 years and even expanding into a new location, Beyu Caffe’s Dorian Bolden decided it was time to expand even further. He decided to raise capital, and even though he was a Duke graduate with a long history of success, he knew that he was seen differently than…
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You have to be next-level funny to make comedy club owners and bookers laugh. Just one of the fun facts you’ll learn in Publisher Gina Stephens lively chat with Goodnights and Helium co-owner Brad Grossman and Senior Manager of Development and Talent Jerry Maginnis. On the heels of the Morgan Street location’s final show and…
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On last week’s episode, Brandee Gaar from the Wedding Pro CEO Podcast talked about how you come to a point in business where you have a choice – run FROM fear, or run TO something that’s both exciting and scary. Today, Courtney and Dana unpack that conversation; plus, how lavish celebrations truly fill a need…
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One of the reasons we love this game is because of the majestic scenery. The view from the tee box, the finely manicured grass, the par 3 that goes over the water onto an island green… We play a sport where we get to appreciate the beauty of this earth. Today, we’re talking to someone who…
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Hungry for foodie news? Get the scoop as Publisher Gina Stephens and Editor-in-Chief Melissa Howsam chat up-to-the-minute insider info on a dozen-plus highly anticipated concepts dropping across town—including some never-before-released restaurant revelations. Soul Taco Opens Dual Diners Drop: JewFro & Soul Taco Glasshouse Kitchen Lil Hombre Clayton Opens M Sushi/Fenton’s Fab Five Colletta Chef Reveal…
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When Brandee Gaar left her job in hospitality, she had to work hard to build her business. She wore all the hats – sales, marketing, SOPs, hiring, firing, customer relations, and everything else that comes with running a small business. She wasn’t making much, but she realized that in order to make more money, she…
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When raising capital, sometimes a founder is tempted to take any money because…well, they need it to move the business forward. But not all investors are the right fit. Today Shani Dowell joins us as she shares her story about how she built Possip from the ground up, then struggled (but ultimately succeeded) in finding…
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2020 was supposed to be the year of BBQ in Raleigh—but, pandemic. 2021 brought supply chain issues, building and permitting delays, etc. Finally, in 2022, we are going hog wild as we are likely to see more cue shack openings than any year in recent history. Pig out with Publisher Gina Stephens and Editor-in-Chief Melissa…
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