Episodes

Hold onto your wine glasses, folks; this episode is a roller coaster of laughs, heart warming tales, and high-flying business ventures! I welcomed back Andrew Fishwick , CEO of Hestia and an irrepressible entrepreneur with a ...

Ho Ho Ho! Merry Podmas everyone! 🎅🎁 Prepare to unwrap something truly special this Christmas Day as our gift to you is an episode packed with culinary genius and a sprinkle of laughter! Join me as I sat down with the hilariou...

In this cheerful and engaging episode of Hospitality Meets, Phil catches up with the delightful Jane Pendlebury, CEO of HOSPA ( https://www.hospa.org/ ). Get ready for a conversation filled with laughter, intriguing experienc...

🎙️ About This Episode: Get ready to dive into an episode brimming with laughter, heartfelt stories, and eye-opening revelations! I sat down for a candid chat with Professor Peter Jones MBE , a hospitality industry guru with a...

Well, have I got an absolute feast for your ears today! I welcomed the incomparable Kate Austen to the show. Kate is a culinary maven whose journey from a kitchen newbie has taken her on to become the youngest ever 2 Micheli...

Welcome to an hilarious and insightful episode of Hospitality Meets ! In this episode I got to sit down with Linden Beattie , the lively General Manager of Downhall Hotel, Spa, and Estate and AA Hotel of the Year 2024 🌟🌟🌟 Get...

Summary: This week, Phil sits down with master baker and founder of Bread Ahead ( https://www.breadahead.com ), Matthew Jones for an episode packed with laughter and life lessons. From cheeky kitchen pranks to the transformat...

Someone once said to me that coffee tastes better when it's doing some good. Well today, we can apply that same mindset to Tea. Summary: In this engaging and insightful episode of "Hospitality Meets," Phil sits down with the...

We're thrilled to announce the latest episode of Hospitality Meets featuring the truly brilliant James Peck, MD of Ember Restaurant, No13 Cocktail Bar and The Four Pears Pub! 🤩 There's a story as to how James and I met which ...

Hospitality Meets - Episode 200 Welcome to the 200th episode of "Hospitality Meets"! In this landmark celebration, we delve into some of the best bits from the last 100 episodes including the extravagant tales, pivotal moment...

In this lively episode, I sat down with the multifaceted The Rt Honourable The Viscount Thurso , also known as quite simply, John (Watch how I blunder that at the beginning). This episode takes listeners on a rollercoaster ri...

In this lively and insightful episode of "Hospitality Meets," I welcomed the ever-engaging Conor O'Leary , the Managing Director at the iconic Gleneagles Hotel. Buckle up for a mix of humour, wild anecdotes, and invaluable ca...

In this heartfelt and inspiring episode of "Hospitality Meets," we join Phil as he walks alongside the legendary Charlie Hodson, an unwavering advocate for mental health in the hospitality industry. Together, they embark on a...

Today, we have a remarkable guest joining us — Claire Llewellin-Davis , the dynamic Managing Director of The Lensbury . Claire's journey is a fascinating tale of resilience, adaptability, and bold career moves. ✨ In This Epis...

Episode Overview: This week I was lucky enough to grab some time with for an entertaining and insightful conversation with the eminently engaging Imran Hussain , the innovative Chief Marketing Officer of Chateau Denmark ( htt...

Join us for a laughter-packed and enlightening episode I dive into the captivating world of Trudi Parr, Head of People at Mollie's ( https://mollies.com ). Trudi takes us on a rollercoaster ride through the hysterical, the su...

In the latest episode, Phil brings you an engaging and humour-infused conversation with Andrew Evers , the charismatic Group Director of IT for Rocco Forte Hotels . Grab your popcorn and settle in for an entertaining journey ...

😂 Episode Summary: Have you ever wondered how you can meet Kiefer Sutherland, dodge recruitment woes, and still run one of the world's most historic hotels? Well, grab your aprons and notepads because Franck Arnold, MD of The...

Today we have the pleasure of speaking with Simon Numphud , the dynamic Managing Director of AA Media . Join us as we delve into Simon's fascinating journey through the hospitality industry, from his humble beginnings in cate...

Welcome back to Hospitality Meets where today we have a special treat as we sit down with none other than James Brown (no, not the legendary blues singer - Highly original and never been used before joke) the dynamic CEO of B...

Today, on Hospitality Meets, we dive deep into the fascinating career journey of Phil Murphy , the Managing Director at Hoar Cross Hall Hotel & Spa . Starting his career in leisure and fitness, and facing numerous challenges,...

We've got time for a cheeky bonus episode this week so today, we have a very special guest joining us - Tim Andrews. Tim is currently a talent manager at Jumeirah Hotels and also the founder of the podcast "Talking Hospitalit...

On this weeks Hospitality Meets I was able to get some time with one of my food heroes, Galton Blackiston , Chef Patron of the quite wonderful Morston Hall . He shares his fascinating journey and insights from and amazing ca...

 In this weeks Hospitality Meets, we have a very special guest - Sally Abé , renowned chef and author who has recently released her memoir - A woman's place is in the kitchen. Throughout her career, Sally has worked at some ...