About this episode

This episode discusses the impact of AI on the restaurant industry and features a conversation with Shawn Walchef about the importance of storytelling and human connection.

The restaurant industry is at a crossroads, with two powerful forces shaping its future. On one hand, there's the explosive growth of AI and automation, a major topic at the recent National Restaurant Association Show. On the other, there's the timeless need for genuine human connection. This episode explores both. First, D.J. considers the impact of AI on restaurant operations. Then, he dives into a conversation with Shawn Walchef, the founder of Cali BBQ and Cali BBQ Media, who champions th...

People in this episode

Host: D.J.

Guest: Shawn Walchef

Topics covered

• AI in restaurant industry
• human connection
• restaurant operations
• automation
• Cali BBQ

Keywords

• AI
• restaurant industry
• automation
• human connection
• Cali BBQ
• Shawn Walchef
• National Restaurant Association

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Cali BBQ, Cali BBQ Media, National Restaurant Association

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