Billion dollar Bartender -New York
Step behind the bar with me as I share insider stories, lessons, and strategies from years of serving high-net-worth individuals who demand nothing short of excellence. This podcast dives into the art and craft of bartending at the highest level—covering everything from elevating guest experiences and mastering service etiquette, to essential tips, tricks, and techniques that separate a good bartender from a truly exceptional one. Whether you’re an aspiring bartender, a seasoned pro, or simply someone who loves cocktail culture, this show offers a rare glimpse into the world of luxury hospitality and the secrets to thriving behind the bar.
Episodes
9 episodes
Spill the Drink, Not the Reputation
In Episode 8, of Billion Dollar Bartender G-Walk shows you how to run the room without stealing the spotlight. Through laugh out loud stories and razor sharp instincts, learn the small, deliberate moves that protect the vibe, win repeat guests,...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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14:54
Envelopes & Cash-Outs
When the lights go down and the last tab closes, the real shift begins. In this episode, G-Walk breaks down the hush-hush after shift economy: how bartenders quietly convert credit-card tips into cash, why certain bank runs are smarter th...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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11:30
“The Regular Equation: Warmth, Boundaries, and Business”
They know your name, your schedule, and they’re so comfortable you half-expect them to start bussing tables — or worse, so settled in they’re ready to help you take drink orders, like you don’t already have it under control. 🍸 In this episode, ...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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22:59
“Unauthorized Personnel Behind the Bar: The Legend of Steve Sherman”
What happens when two bartenders get thrown into one of the toughest, most disciplined restaurant environments in New York City — and somehow come out as lifelong friends?In this episode of Billion Dollar Bartender, George “G-...
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33:45
. The Truth About Bartending: Gratuity, Menu Strategy & Guest Loyalty”
In this episode of Billion Dollar Bartender, George “G-Walk” Nwokocha ditches the script and pours it straight, no chaser. He’s talking gratuity (a.k.a. your rent money), menu strategy (because some drinks make you rich and others just make you...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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18:39
Black Pants, Broken Glass & Billion Dollar Lessons
Before the first drink is poured, George’s commute is already a circus — subway acrobats, candy sellers, halal carts — all before slipping into the bartender’s uniform of black pants and a tie. Then the real chaos begins: ticket printers firing...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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12:34
The $100 Tip Formula: Speed, Smiles, and Style
Ever wonder how one bartender makes singles… while another walks out with a $100 tip? 🍸In Episode 2 of Billion Dollar Bartender, George spills the secrets: the 5-second rule, seamless service, and why posture + tone matter as much as you...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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12:59
How to Turn a Smile into a $100 Tip
Ever wonder how one bartender makes singles… while another walks out with a $100’s as a tip? 🍸In Episode 2 of Billion Dollar Bartender, George spills the secrets: the 5-second rule, seamless service, and why posture + tone matter as much...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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12:59
“Blenders, Mojitos, and Mob Boss Stares”
Episode 1: From Fridays to Billionaires’ RowGeorge takes listeners on his 25-year bartending journey, from surviving the chaos of the service bar at Fridays in Hackensack, to mojito mayhem at Calle Ocho, to the strict precision of Housto...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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12:42