Podcast

Fast Casual Nation

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Feed episode count: 217
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Summary

Join the #1 Restaurant Business Podcast Shaping the Future of The Restaurant Industry! Hosted by Paul Barron—industry pioneer, investor, and author of The Chipotle Effect—alongside Cherryh Cansler, the editorial force behind Fastcasual.com, this is where restaurant operators get the competitive edge. Every week, this power duo decodes the trends, strategies, and innovations transforming the restaurant business, driven by the Fast Casual mindset, redefining what's possible across all restaurant segments. With over two decades of combined expertise, Paul and Cherryh don't just report on the industry; they've helped build it. This isn't just a podcast. It's your playbook for what's next. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fast-casual-nation--3598490/support .

Episodes

Sep 22, 2026 · not_requested

The $10 Cocktail: Will It Work In Fast Casual?

Duration seconds: 2932
Source: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-10-cocktail-will-it-work-in-fast-casual--75297989

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Sep 15, 2026 · not_requested

How to Get More Guests With Service & Hospitality Using AI

Duration seconds: 2500
Source: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-to-get-more-guests-with-service-hospitality-using-ai--75000711

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Sep 10, 2026 · not_requested

The Culture Wars: Gen Z Takes Over

Duration seconds: 2377
Source: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-culture-wars-gen-z-takes-over--75055251

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Sep 1, 2026 · not_requested

Why Restaurant Real Estate Is Being Rewritten — And What Operators Need to Know

Duration seconds: 2853
Source: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/why-restaurant-real-estate-is-being-rewritten-and-what-operators-need-to-know--74782850

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Aug 25, 2026 · not_requested

Dave's Hot Chicken Does Marketing in an AI Age

Duration seconds: 2258
Source: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/dave-s-hot-chicken-does-marketing-in-an-ai-age--74681652

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Aug 18, 2026 · not_requested

AI Winners in 2026 in Restaurant & Hospitality

Duration seconds: 3067
Source: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/ai-winners-in-2026-in-restaurant-hospitality--74254063

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Aug 11, 2026 · not_requested

The Secret Strategy Behind L&L Hawaiian Barbecue’s Massive Expansion

Duration seconds: 2271
Source: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-secret-strategy-behind-l-l-hawaiian-barbecue-s-massive-expansion--74207251

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Jul 30, 2026 · not_requested

Mocktails are Winning

Duration seconds: 2099
Source: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/mocktails-are-winning--73455759

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Jul 21, 2026 · not_requested

The "Slutty" Empire: How Pinky Cole Turned a $100M Burger Brand Into a Religion

Duration seconds: 2023
Source: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-slutty-empire-how-pinky-cole-turned-a-100m-burger-brand-into-a-religion--73455757

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Jul 14, 2026 · not_requested

Winning the Fast-Casual Sandwich Wars

Duration seconds: 3615
Source: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/winning-the-fast-casual-sandwich-wars--73455848

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Jul 7, 2026 · not_requested

Growth Strategies: Shared Resources Without Diluting Brand DNA

Duration seconds: 1564
Source: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/growth-strategies-shared-resources-without-diluting-brand-dna--73455770

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Jun 16, 2026 · not_requested

Gamifying the Burrito: The "Rewards on Repeat" Strategy

Duration seconds: 3163
Source: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/gamifying-the-burrito-the-rewards-on-repeat-strategy--73455834

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Jun 9, 2026 · not_requested

The "Anti-Burger" Blueprint: How Teriyaki Madness is Out-Scaling the Giants

Duration seconds: 2020
Source: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-anti-burger-blueprint-how-teriyaki-madness-is-out-scaling-the-giants--73455786

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May 26, 2026 · not_requested

The "Macro-Centric" Menu: Why 2026 Diners Want Stats, Not Stories

Duration seconds: 2426
Source: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-macro-centric-menu-why-2026-diners-want-stats-not-stories--73455768

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May 19, 2026 · not_requested

50 Million Views Later: The Brutal Reality of Scaling a "Viral" TikTok Food Trend

Duration seconds: 2203
Source: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/50-million-views-later-the-brutal-reality-of-scaling-a-viral-tiktok-food-trend--73455793

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May 5, 2026 · not_requested

The Piada Pivot: Can 'Italian Street Food' Save the Fast-Casual Soul

Duration seconds: 3083
Source: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-piada-pivot-can-italian-street-food-save-the-fast-casual-soul--71876059

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Apr 28, 2026 · not_requested

Office Market Meltdown Hits Small Business and Restaurants

Duration seconds: 2410
Source: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/office-market-meltdown-hits-small-business-and-restaurants--71588858

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Apr 14, 2026 · not_requested

The Impossible Menu: How Tarka Cracked the Code on "Fast" Indian Food

Duration seconds: 2415
Source: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-impossible-menu-how-tarka-cracked-the-code-on-fast-indian-food--71317664

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Apr 7, 2026 · not_requested

From Food Truck to Franchise Phenomenon: Inside Mike's Red Tacos' Rapid Rise

Duration seconds: 1052
Source: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/from-food-truck-to-franchise-phenomenon-inside-mike-s-red-tacos-rapid-rise--70996686

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Mar 31, 2026 · not_requested

The Celebrity Trap: Why Being a "Wahlberg" Wasn't Enough to Save the Brand

Duration seconds: 2305
Source: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-celebrity-trap-why-being-a-wahlberg-wasn-t-enough-to-save-the-brand--71026334

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Mar 24, 2026 · not_requested

The $600,000 Gamble: Why Jae Kim Almost Walked Away from the Sharks

Duration seconds: 2383
Source: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-600-000-gamble-why-jae-kim-almost-walked-away-from-the-sharks--70853178

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Mar 10, 2026 · not_requested

The Great Divide: What the Restaurant Industry's Economic Reality Means for Your Business

Duration seconds: 3414
Source: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-great-divide-what-the-restaurant-industry-s-economic-reality-means-for-your-business--70568057

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Mar 3, 2026 · not_requested

How Velvet Taco Built a Cult Brand — and Plans to Keep It That Way

Duration seconds: 3285
Source: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-velvet-taco-built-a-cult-brand-and-plans-to-keep-it-that-way--70417701

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Feb 24, 2026 · not_requested

Fast Casual Leadership: Legacy Brands, Modern Moves

Duration seconds: 2589
Source: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/fast-casual-leadership-legacy-brands-modern-moves--70251402

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Feb 18, 2026 · not_requested

The Seasonal Business Playbook: Thriving in a Summer-Driven Industry

Duration seconds: 2696
Source: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-seasonal-business-playbook-thriving-in-a-summer-driven-industry--70134038

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Feb 3, 2026 · not_requested

2026 Fast Casual Brands To Watch

Duration seconds: 2314
Source: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/2026-fast-casual-brands-to-watch--69673183

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Jan 20, 2026 · not_requested

2026 Beverage Trends

Duration seconds: 2440
Source: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/2026-beverage-trends--69518469

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