While We Were Waiting
While We Were Waiting
While we were Waiting Podcast
With a new guest each week, married restaurateurs, Martha Madison and AJ Gilbert, share their thoughts on American culture, marriage, business, the pandemic, politics and more. Once weekly, they dive into the current state of the service industry and share true tales from their time inside restaurants. It’s a fun, insightful and delicious look at life through the eyes of restaurant people.
"Finding Your Guru" - with Daniel Bobby Tuttle
On episode 16, Martha and AJ chat about this weeks' restaurant news, whether to school or not to school as well as personal growth with different healing techniques. Also, today's guest, Daniel Bobby Tuttle, tells the story of how he found himself managing some of New York City’s flashiest restaurants and how his longtime boss and accidental mentor played a pivotal role in his life and career. It's another can't miss episode of #WaitingPodcast!Sponsored by One-Haus.com Instagrams: @waitingpodcast @marth27 @ajgilb @onehaus @themayorshousedallas @theprovocativeintuitiveTwitter: @waiting_podcast @marth27 @atweetj1 Guest Website: theprovocativeintuitive.comMusic credit: "How Did I Get Here" by Sean Solo Music credit: "Neunundneunzig Luftballons" by Nena
Jul 13, 2020
32 min
"Only the Lonely" - with Tanya Puig
On episode 15, Martha and AJ talk about the cultural appropriation of food and the latest covid-19 mandates from Texas (and around the country). Also, Martha's friend and former colleague, Tanya Puig, shares a heartwarming story about an afternoon bar regular in NYC who was a tough nut to crack. It's another can't miss episode of #WaitingPodcast!Sponsored by One-Haus.com Instagrams: @waitingpodcast @marth27 @ajgilb @onehaus @themayorshousedallasMusic credit: "How Did I Get Here" by Sean Solo Music credit: "A Story Everybody Knows" by Ziv Moran
Jul 3, 2020
21 min
"We know each other. We've just never met." - with Megan Tall
On episode 14, Martha and AJ talk about the upcoming plans for their new Dallas restaurant, The Mayor's House, and also add their opinions to the great mask debate. To wear or not to wear...that is the question! Then, Martha shares some insider-recruitment-perspective to help those on the hunt for their next great gig. Finally, friend of the podcast, Megan Tall, shares an uplifting story about how she came to know some of her favorite regulars. It's another can't miss episode of #WaitingPodcast!Sponsored by One-Haus.comInstagrams: @waitingpodcast @marth27 @ajgilb @onehaus @themayorshousedallasMusic credit: "How Did I Get Here" by Sean SoloMusic credit: "Hit the Ground Running" by Ryan Prewett
Jun 19, 2020
34 min
"Neglected Potential" - with Julie Reiner
On episode 13, Martha and AJ discuss what happens when covid comes to dinner and also reflect on diversity and inclusion within the restaurant industry. James Beard Award nominee and owner/operator of both Clover Club and Leyenda in Brooklyn, Julie Reiner, shares her thoughts and insight on the covid-related shifts to her business model. She also shares a twisted story about the time she got fired for "being too good" at her job! It's another can't miss episode of #WaitingPodcast.Sponsored by One-Haus.com Clover Club NY - Cloverclubny.comLeyenda - Leyendabk.comInstagram(s) - @mixtressnyc @cloverclubny @leyendabkMusic credit: "How Did I Get Here" by Sean Solo Music credit: "Parody" by Egozi
Jun 12, 2020
42 min
"In service to each other" - with Chef/Owner Casey Felton
On episode 12, Martha and AJ discuss the epic events of the past week and share their thoughts and ideas on how police can actually "be of service." Banh Oui chef/owner, Casey Felton, chats about her time cooking in Australia, shares her thoughts on culinary schools and explains how she turned her popular pop-up into an even more popular Hollywood hot spot. She also shares a story about how a community around the Hollywood Farmers Market came together during the time of Covid-19. It's another can't miss episode of #WaitingPodcast.Sponsored by One-Haus.comBanh Oui - Banhoui.comInstagram/Twitter - @banh_ouiMusic credit: "How Did I Get Here" by Sean SoloMusic credit: "Marigolden" - Instrumental Version by Michael Shynes
Jun 5, 2020
40 min
"Celebrations!" - with Chef Danielle Duran-Zecca
On episode 11, Martha shares info on her return to "Days of Our Lives" next week, and AJ talks about the importance of "pitching yourself" on your restaurant concept. Danielle shares her insight on working with Walter Manzke, as well as being a working-mom-chef-entrepreneur. She also shares her favorite "restaurant celebration" story. It's another can't miss episode of #WaitingPodcast.Sponsored by One-Haus.comDanielle's website - Chefddz.comDanielle's instagram - @chefddz
May 29, 2020
42 min
"Finding Inspiration" - with Chef Tu David Phu
On episode 10, Martha talks about how the NYTimes best selling book, "Untamed" by Glennon Doyle deeply inspired her during quarantine, and AJ shares both his enthusiasm about parklets and frustration about folks who whine about parking. Chef Tu discusses his family's immigration to the US from Vietnam, and shares the story of how his Mom inspired his cooking style and culinary career. Sponsored by One-Haus.com #WeAreOne #WaitingPodcastTu David Phu - ChefTu.comInstagram - @cheftudavidphu
May 22, 2020
35 min
"Farewell, my friend!" - with Lei Shishak
On episode 9, Martha and AJ get honest about what it would take to feel safe going out to eat. They also interview Lei Shishak, author of four cookbooks including "Beach House Dinners" which drops on Amazon and Kindle this week (by Skyhorse Publishing). Lei opens up about her culinary journey through some very notable (and very difficult) kitchens, and for this week's "storytime," Lei and AJ each share their individual stories and feelings about saying goodbye to their first born businesses.Sponsored by One-Haus.com #WeAreOne #WaitingPodcastLei Shishak - LeiShishak.comSkyhorse Publishing - skyhorsepublishing.com/
May 15, 2020
44 min
It's Addictive! - with Chuck and Carly Meyer
On episode 8, Martha and AJ chat about the addictive nature of the restaurant business as well as life after failure. They also interview their friends and former colleagues, Chuck and Carly Meyer, who own Napa Palisades Saloon, Napa Palisades Beer Company and the upcoming First and Franklin Marketplace in Napa, CA. Chuck and Carly share insight and ideas on operating in the time of Covid and also share their personal story of growth, family and finding sobriety in the restaurant industry. Sponsored by One-Haus.com #WeAreOne #WaitingPodcastNapa Palisades Saloon - NapaPalisades.comNapa Palisades Beer Company - NapaPalisadesBeer.com
May 8, 2020
35 min
Worst Guest Ever! - with Emma Roberts
On episode 7, Martha and AJ quiz their daughter Charley on the restaurant business (it's pretty cute!) and then discuss how some areas of the US are beginning to re-open their restaurants, for better or for worse. They also interview their friend and former colleague, Emma Roberts, who is the current GM of The Draycott in Los Angeles (Pacific Palisades). It's a fun-filled trip down memory lane as the three recount some of their most painful guest experiences. Sponsored by One-Haus.com #WeAreOne #WaitingPodcastThe Draycott - thedraycott.com
May 1, 2020
33 min
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