Episode
From One Room to Two: Expanding Mortal Machine
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- Jan 29, 2026
- Duration seconds
- 2192
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Summary
Recorded at Harry's Corner in the French Quarter, this no-guest episode finds Gabriel Shaffer and Chris Trew talking shop about growth, risk, and what it actually takes to expand a creative business in New Orleans. The conversation centers on Gabe opening a brand-new Mortal Machine location literally right next door at 938 Royal—why now, what changed, and what no one tells you about scaling art spaces in the Quarter. Expect candid behind-the-scenes talk about real estate, community, burnout, momentum, and betting on yourself—plus the usual bar-level honesty.