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Digital Hospitality

Shawn P. Walchef
Hospitality
Hospitality Industry
Storytelling
Community Support
Covid-19
Croux
Staffing Challenges
Entrepreneurship
Toast
Giving Kitchen
Restaurant Industry
Marqii
Restaurant Entrepreneurship
Flexibility In Work
Public Relations
Media Relations
Food Service Workers
Crisis Assistance
Digital Hospitality
Video Marketing

Digital Hospitality is an interview podcast series that explores the ways successful people have harnessed the power of the Internet and social media. The show is hosted by Cali BBQ Media Founder Shawn P. Walchef.

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Latest Episodes

In this episode of Pitch The Tide, Ward Olgreen, Chief Operating Officer at Red Onion ai, shares how decades of restaurant operations experience led him to reimagine how brands understand their data. From years spent running multi-unit restaurants to... more

Naming a restaurant feels personal, but it is one of the most strategic decisions an operator will ever make. In this episode, Shawn Walchef walks through the five names behind what is now Cali Barbecue, sharing the lessons learned from each iteratio... more

In this session of Rising Tides Live, hosted by Dean LaBay, the community focused on the power of storytelling as a tool for connection, growth, and trust. Participants shared how showing up honestly, learning in public, and telling imperfect stories... more

Runbin Dong built Scale Social from a simple belief shaped in his family’s restaurant: hospitality starts with people, not platforms. After growing up working every job in the house, Runbin saw firsthand how trust, familiarity, and human connection d... more

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Recent Guests

Runbin Dong
CEO and founder of Scale Social, who works to empower small businesses through user-generated content.
Scale Social
Episode: Your Guests Are The Stars! Scale Social’s Shortcut to Viral Local Ads
Ben Roscillo
Director of Business Solutions at Factura AI
Factura AI
Episode: Pitch The Tide – Ben Roscillo: Factura.ai
Kevin Hildebrand
COO of CRS Hospitality
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Episode: Solving the Tip Out Tangle: CRS Hospitality’s Kickfin Story
Krish Sridhar
CEO and founder of No app
No app
Episode: Why Every Restaurant Will Use the KNOW App in 2026
Maddie Smokes
Chef, owner, and operator with extensive experience in barbecue.
Episode: Pitch The Tide – Charlie Eblen: Single Tree BBQ
Ty Wilson
Founder of Tab Commerce
Tab Commerce
Episode: Real Operators. Real Experience. A New Approach to Restaurant Finance.
Beth Hussey
CEO and founder of Shifty, with extensive experience as a restaurateur
Shifty
Episode: Pitch The Tide – Beth Hussey: Founder of Shifty
Sarah Bellew
Operator and partner in the restaurant industry working with Midwest Foods.
Midwest Foods
Episode: Rising Tides Live: 2026 Starts Now! Stop Waiting For The Circle Back
Maddie Smoke
Owner and operator of Maddie Smoke's Barbecue and Catering.
Maddie Smoke's Barbecue and Catering
Episode: Rising Tides Live: 2026 Starts Now! Stop Waiting For The Circle Back

Host

Shawn P. Walchef
Founder of Cali BBQ Media and host, Shawn P. Walchef, is an expert in leveraging digital platforms for hospitality industry success and engages various industry leaders in meaningful discussions.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 119 ratings
  • Amazing!

    Such a great group!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Matt Wampler
    United States3 months ago
  • A Must Listen Podcast for Restauranteurs

    Being at the forefront of the Digital Hospitality space for a while now, Shawn is able to share immense value for business owners in the hospitality space! I had the opportunity to jump on a quick call with him to discuss where I was stuck in my restaurant and he got right into a few actionable steps and helped me understand things at a deeper level. All class and service here, subscribed and ready to become a Digital Media Company, here’s to raising all tides and ships!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jon Cheung
    United States3 years ago
  • Hospitality at it finest!

    The podcast absolutely awesome! What Shawn and his team are creating and doing each day is awesome. I’m a huge fan of what they have built and the amazing opportunities they provide for others to tell their stories.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Single Tree BBQ
    United States4 years ago
  • Awesome Podcast!!!

    Shawn, host of the Digital Hospitality Podcast, highlights all digital marketing and more in this can’t miss podcast! The host and expert guests offer insightful advice and information that is helpful to anyone that listens!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    roweereyes
    Philippines4 years ago
  • A fun and unique podcast, love BBQ!

    Cali BBQ has been in my life for over 10 years. I’m such a fan of what Shawn and his team are doing I’ve asked them to discuss business success with my high school business class, his team has so much to offer! What a story that continues to grow! BBQ is Life!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mr. Marty O'Brion
    United States4 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the actionable insights and practical advice shared by industry experts.
The host is praised for creating an engaging and authentic conversation atmosphere.
Feedback indicates a strong interest in the intersection of digital media and hospitality, highlighting its relevance.
Many listeners value the focus on real-life stories and experiences from guests, enhancing relatability and learning.

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Pitch The Tide – Ben Roscillo: Factura.ai
Q: What's the plan for 2026 for Factura?
We're expanding our sales team, hitting up events, and focusing on marketing to support growth.
Pitch The Tide – Brenda Saunders: Founder Of Trakr
Q: What was the aha moment that made you shift and decide to start building this?
Brenda realized that people struggled to access solutions because they couldn't build it themselves, leading to the insight that Trakr could offer a simpler way to count inventory without extensive scanning.
Pitch The Tide – Charlie Eblen: Single Tree BBQ
Q: Why don't you want to franchise your brand?
Franchising compromises the legacy associated with my grandfather's farm, which is the essence of Single Tree BBQ.
Pitch The Tide – Charlie Eblen: Single Tree BBQ
Q: What is it about Nike that resonates with you, and why do you aspire to be the Nike of BBQ?
Nike resonates with me because it represents making a positive impact on the community and striving for excellence, much like I want to do with Single Tree BBQ.
Why Restaurant Operators Trust eero for Critical Connectivity
Q: What's your philosophy on design?
Our philosophy is to live with the products, scrutinizing every detail, which allows us to continuously improve the user experience and address customer needs.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Digital Hospitality

What is Digital Hospitality about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast features insightful discussions with successful individuals who share their experiences in leveraging the Internet and social media for business growth. The host engages with a variety of guests, ranging from entrepreneurs to industry leaders, exploring topics around digital marketing strategies, storytelling, and community engagement. Notably, the content emphasizes the intersection of hospitality and the digital landscape, providing listeners with actionable advice and innovative ideas to apply in their own ventures. This unique focus on the hospitality sector, combined with broader business themes, makes it particularly relevant for those in the restaurant, marketing, and entrepreneurship industries.

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Which podcasts are similar to Digital Hospitality?

These podcasts share a similar audience with Digital Hospitality:

1. Restaurant Rockstars Podcast
2. RESTAURANT STRATEGY
3. Restauranttopia: A Show for Local Independent Restaurants
4. SmartLess

How many episodes of Digital Hospitality are there?

Digital Hospitality launched 9 years ago and published 581 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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What guests have appeared on Digital Hospitality?

Recent guests on Digital Hospitality include:

1. Runbin Dong
2. Ben Roscillo
3. Kevin Hildebrand
4. Krish Sridhar
5. Maddie Smokes
6. Ty Wilson
7. Beth Hussey
8. Sarah Bellew

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