While We Were Waiting

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

07-13
32:12

"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

07-03
21:48

"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

06-19
34:01

"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

06-12
42:42

"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

06-05
40:58

"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

05-29
42:18

"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

05-22
35:06

"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/

05-15
44:24

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

05-08
35:48

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

05-01
33:45

All the Places You'll Go - with Peer Larson

On episode 6, Martha and AJ compare and contrast restaurants with soap operas, and AJ shares his seven ideas to support the restaurant industry! They also interview their friend and former colleague, Peer Larson, who is the current GM of Bargello and District 42 in Asheville, North Carolina (Mandara Hospitality Group). It's a fun-filled trip down memory lane as the three recount all the places they've been with the restaurant industry. Sponsored by One-Haus.com #WeAreOne #WaitingPodcastMandara Hospitality Group - mandarahospitalitygroup.com

04-23
47:59

The Unexpected Guest- with Richie Herschenfeld and Michael Trenk

On episode 5, Martha and AJ chat about this weeks' restaurant news, play a special quarantine version of "would you rather" and share their feelings on delivery services like Grubhub. They also interview the owners of Prohibition and Lucky's Famous Burgers in NYC, Richie and Mike. Finally, the four recount their favorite stories involving an "unexpected guest." Sponsored by One-Haus.com #WeAreOne #WaitingPodcastProhibition - Prohibition.netLucky's Famous Burgers - LuckysFamousBurgers.comCOVID Loan Tracker https://www.covidloantracker.com/

04-16
42:30

Openings - with Josh Boyd

On episode 4, Martha and AJ chat about quarantine, Yelp, and the federal restaurant relief progress. Along with Blind Barber founder and operator, Josh Boyd, the three recount their favorite "opening disaster" stories. Sponsored by One-Haus.com #WeAreOne #WaitingPodcastFor CARES act info, go to empoweredhospitality.com https://blindbarber.com/

04-08
38:18

Scrappiness - with Brooke Burton-Luttmann

On episode 3, Martha and AJ chat about quarantine news, homeschool and some psychosocial parallels between emergency room workers and restaurant managers. Along with operations guru, Brooke Burton-Luttman, the three recount their favorite stories about crisis management and the grit it takes to make it in the restaurant industry.Sponsored by One-Haus.com #WeAreOne #WaitingPodcasFind Brooke at thttps://www.foodwoolf.com/

04-01
23:26

Celebrity Clientele - with "Buffy Summers"

On episode 2, Martha and AJ chat about their quarantine routine, "essential" doggy day care and Trump's statement, "It may not be the same restaurant....or ownership, but they'll all be back." With guest chef/operator/recruiter, "Buffy Summers," the three recount their favorite celebrity guest stories and what it means to restaurants when high profile celebs come in to dine. Sponsored by One-Haus.com #WeAreOne #WaitingPodcast

03-28
42:39

#1 Pilot Episode - Tragedy

Martha Madison of Day's of Our Lives and her husband, restaurateur AJ Gilbert discuss how restaurants and restaurant people cope with crisis.

03-25
38:24

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