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Restauranttopia: A Show for Local Independent Restaurants

Dec 27, 2025

In this episode of Restauranttopia, Brian and Dave dig into one of the most overlooked — yet most powerful — tools in restaurant operations: employee appreciation.

Customer appreciation gets plenty of attention, but retaining great staff requires consistent, genuine recognition. With hiring still competitive and...


Dec 6, 2025

Episode: 184 Financial Resiliency: Preparing for the Next Disruption

 

In this episode of Restaurantopia, Brian and Dave break down what restaurant owners should be doing right now to strengthen their financial position before the next economic downturn hits. From interpreting economic indicators to tightening your...


Nov 15, 2025

AI in Your Restaurant: How Operators Can Save Hours, Increase Profit, and Build Smarter Systems Today

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Episode Summary
In this high-energy, highly practical episode, Brian Seitz and Dave Ross break down the real-world, right-now ways AI can support restaurant operators. Whether you’re...


Oct 25, 2025

6 Financial Mistakes That Are Killing Your Restaurant (and How to Fix Them)

In this episode of Restaurantopia, the guys break down six common financial mistakes that can quietly (or not so quietly) destroy your restaurant’s profitability.
Brian Seitz leads the conversation with Anthony Hamilton and Dave Ross, bringing...


Oct 7, 2025

In this episode of Restauranttopia, the crew dives deep into culture — not just within your restaurant walls, but in every corner of your business ecosystem. Inspired by Cameron Mitchell’s book Yes is the Answer. What’s the Question?, Dave, Brian, and Anthony unpack how a restaurant’s mission and culture extend...