
Housekeeping Didn't Come
Lessons from the road, the classroom, and the minibar.
Welcome to Housekeeping Didn’t Come — where hospitality, adventure, and a little chaos all check in for the night.
Hosted by Rob W. Powell, former casino exec, improv comic, mountaineer, and hospitality professor (aka the Indiana Jones of hospitality education), this podcast dives into the wild, weird, and wonderfully human side of the hospitality world. From luxury lodges to national park cabins, cruise ships to classroom chaos, we explore what it really takes to deliver unforgettable guest experiences—and what happens when things go hilariously off script.
Whether you're a student, a hospitality pro, a curious traveler, or just here for the stories, you'll find something to love. Expect candid interviews, bite-sized insights, unforgettable blunders, and the kind of wisdom that only comes from years in the trenches (and a few nights without housekeeping).
So grab a coffee (or a cocktail), and join Rob as he unpacks the business of making people feel welcome, even when the bed isn’t made.
Episodes
Please Hold for Applause: Your Lobby Is a Stage. The Theater of Hospitality S1E9a

My Tent Had Better Intentions Than Your Hotel - Authentic by Design, The Tent Philosophy S1E9

The Truth Serum of Hotel Performance: Understanding RevPAR S1E8a

Pack Like a Pro: Hotelier Edition S1E8

The Humble Compass: Ancient Wisdom for Modern Leaders S1E7

Beyond the Welcome: Crafting Memorable Guest Experiences Through the Five Senses S1E6

The Bear Ate My Toilet Paper: Tales From Remote Lodge Management S1E5

When Nature Calls: What Luxury Hotels Can Learn from National Park Lodges S1E4

From Summit to Service: How Climbing Kilimanjaro Taught Me About Hospitality Management S1E3

Adventure Hospitality: Where Memories Meet Higher Margins S1E2
