Bar Stars Happy Hour
If you're in the Bar, Restaurant, or Entertainment Industries, this podcast is for you! The Bar Stars Happy Hour Podcast is for bar people, by bar people. This podcast is your personal happy hour, and will provide you with a well-deserved break from the day-to-day grind. The service and hospitality industries are hard work, and it is not for everyone. We have everything from educational episodes to interviews from Industry professionals from all over the world and we share stories, tips, tricks, and have a lot of fun along the way. Anything can happen at Happy Hour! Cheers!
Episodes
53 episodes
The Fight Of Her Life with Ashlee Gambino
Ashlee Gambino is a wife, a mother, former professional boxer, and MMA fighter. Her ascending career was impacted by a terminal disease that has left her fighting for her life. In this episode we discuss what lead her from boxing on Fremont Str...
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Episode 52
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56:26
Continuous Beverage Solutions with Chris Cardone
Chris Cardone is a Restaurant and Bar consultant, Healthy lifestyle coach, public speaker, and the Diageo World Class 2017 Bartender of the Year. Chris has exploded in the world of mocktails and brand education, ensuring the bar is a welcoming ...
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Episode 51
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1:46:58
Steps Of Service with Tom Alley
There's nothing more important in the Bar and Restaurant industry than repeat guests. This episode outlines how to exceed expectations and achieve this with proper training, and outlines ten proven steps of service guidelines for you to train y...
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Episode 50
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25:39
Back To Basics with Tom Alley
You can't become a star behind the bar without knowing the basics first. In this episode, I'm taking you back to the basics of bartending with types of glassware, cocktail techiques, components of a cocktail, types of cocktails, and so much mor...
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Episode 49
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30:13
Nourish Your Mind with Shaun Plummer
Shaun is a bartender that has worked at some of the most popular places in Las Vegas. Most notably, the world-famous Carnival Court and Circa Hotel and Casino. Shaun has decided to walk out from behind the bar and pursue his desire to serve and...
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Episode 48
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1:14:22
Bartender vs. Mixologist with Tom Alley
It's the age old debate, are you a bartender or do you consider yourself a mixologist? In this episode, Tom discusses what sets one apart from the other, the mentality of both, and he gives you his position on what he will forever call himself....
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Episode 47
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29:27
Change The Mindset, Change The Culture with Tom Alley
Work culture is one of the most important aspects of success in the Food and Beverage Industry. In this Happy Hour, Tom talks about the importance of a healthy work environment and how to assess if it's in need of a change. You'll learn what re...
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Episode 46
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35:38
Are you a Boss or a Leader? with Tom Alley
In this episode, Tom discusses the many differences between a boss, and a leader. Being a boss, or manager is one thing, but leadership is an acquired skill. He details 10 differences between the two, things to watch for within your own career,...
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Episode 45
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21:21
The Interview: Tips & Tricks with Tom Alley
If you want to be a Bar Star, one of the first things you'll need is a job! This episode covers the all important job interview. Tom goes over some interviewer questions you may be asked, how to present yourself in the best light, what to have ...
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Episode 44
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31:57
Spirit Deep Dive: Rum Edition with Tom Alley
On this episode, Tom does a deep dive into the world of Rum. It's origins as we know them, different types, multiple nicknames, and how it's made. Tom gives you his three favorite Rums to drink, and his favorite Rum cocktails you definitely nee...
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Episode 43
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26:03
The Drink Menu: A How To Guide with Tom Alley
How important is the drink menu? Some may say, Very! In this episode Tom talks the importance of having a cocktail menu, why size (of the menu) does matter, and why it's crucial to know how much everything costs in order to price your new menu ...
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Episode 42
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23:34
Shaken or Stirred with Tom Alley
On this educational episode, Tom talks the difference between stirring vs. shaking cocktails, and when to do each. What are the proper steps to do both? What are the reasons to do each based on the specific cocktail you’re making? And how do...
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Episode 41
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17:55
Building A Legacy: Part 2 with Livio Lauro
Enjoy the conclusion of this two part episode with the master mixologist, Livio Lauro! We pick up where we left off with his very interesting, and well thought out answers to Fill The Seats. We also get an exclusive on what he's working on next...
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Episode 40
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35:50
Building A Legacy: Part 1 with Livio Lauro
We are honored to spend some time with Master Mixologist, author, educator, and so much more, Livio Lauro. In one of our most captivating interviews, he opens up about his life, his passions, his drive, and the need to create a legacy. Livio is...
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Episode 39
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1:06:27
Beer Chugs & Beast Mode with Ivan Grant
In this weeks episode we talk with Ivan Grant. Ivan works at the long bar at The D Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, and has been a big part of the image that is The D. We discuss his long battle with Covid, his viral beer chug videos, his goals t...
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Episode 38
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1:10:27
All The World's A Stage with Aaron Pierce
In one of our most interesting Happy Hours, we talk to former circus performer turned flair bartender, Aaron Pierce. We begin with his life from an early age in the Big Apple Circus with his family, all the way to bartending in the best, and bu...
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Episode 37
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1:07:37
Dress The Drink with Cindy McClure
In this Happy hour, we talk with CEO and Founder of Dress The Drink, Cindy McClure. Dress The Drink is the leading manufacturer of gourmet beverage and food garnishes. It's all natural, with the finest ingredients, nose, taste, and look you cou...
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Episode 36
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45:20
Flow State Of Mind: Part 2 with Tom Dyer
In part 2 with the flair bartending legend, Tom Dyer, we dive in to the "bottle tin is king" mantra that helped him cap off his competition career with a win. We also discuss the ever changing landscape of flair bartending, that one time at fla...
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Episode 35
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43:51
Flow State of Mind: Part 1 with Tom Dyer
In this Happy hour, we talk with multiple time flair bartending World Champion, and entrepreneur, Tom Dyer. In an interview that was so good we had to make it two parts, we begin by talking his flair beginning, how he got started, and the hilar...
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Episode 34
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36:15
Blood, Sweat, & Stick's with Jordan Camacho
In this episode, I talk with Co-Owner of the brand new Bar and Restaurant, Stick's Tavern in the rejuvenated Water Street District in Henderson, NV. We discuss his path from culinary training to real estate, and back again. We talk about the di...
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Episode 33
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35:59
Confessions Of A Cocktail Waitress with Jackie Alley
In this Happy Hour, we chat with our very own Jackie Alley. Jackie has worked at some of the nicest, and busiest, places in Las Vegas. Today she shares with us, some stories from the past, what to do under pressure, and gives her Top 5 Tips to ...
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Episode 32
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50:10
The Queen Of Tiki with Erin Hayes
In this happy hour, we had the absolute pleasure of speaking with Erin Hayes. She is currently a Partner, and Director of Sales and Trade Advocacy for Westward Whiskey. She is also known to be a true professional behind the pine working for awa...
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Episode 31
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46:45
The Art Of Communication with Tom & Jackie Alley
Communication is one of the most important things in business, especially the hospitality and service industries. However, many people don't pay too much attention to it, and figure it just comes natural. We believe communication is a skill. Ta...
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Episode 30
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44:14
More Than 3 Stars: Part 2 with Brad Kaplan
In part two with Brad Kaplan, we discuss the name of his new podcast, 3 stars, and why he specifically chose the number 3. You might be surprised by the answer. We also talk about customer service as a whole, the overall power of yelp review...
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Episode 29
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39:54
More Than 3 Stars: Part 1 with Brad Kaplan
In this episode we talk with 3-time TGIFridays World Championship finalist, Corporate Trainer, and Podcast Host, Brad Kaplan. We discuss how Brad went from wanting to be a high school teacher, to working his way up tending bar in a bowling alle...
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Episode 28
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46:12