The Michelle Pascoe Hospitality Podcast
Welcome to The Michelle Pascoe Hospitality Podcast, where we explore the heart of the hospitality industry through conversations with leaders, experts, and innovators. Each episode brings you insights, practical advice, and inspiring stories that help you elevate guest experiences, enhance team performance, and stay ahead of industry trends. Whether you're an owner, manager, or passionate professional, this podcast will ignite your passion for hospitality. Tune in, learn, and grow with us!
Episodes
September 9, 2025 • 54 mins
In this episode, host Michelle Pascoe sits down with Michael Johnson, inaugural CEO of Accommodation Australia, who guided the hotel sector through COVID-19, coordinated quarantine hotels with just 48 hours’ notice, and spearheaded the long-awaited merger of Australia’s two peak accommodation bodies.
Now retired from executive leadership, Michael is channelling his passion into ReLove, a Sydney charity furnishing homes for people ...
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September 2, 2025 • 59 mins
What does leading with empathy really look like in the club and hospitality industry?
In this inspiring episode, Michelle speaks with Steve Edgar, General Manager of Coolangatta Surf Life Saving Supporters Club. With more than 20 years’ leadership experience, Steve has transformed workplace culture, guided his club through crises like the 2018 Commonwealth Games and COVID-19 border closures, and spearheaded the Essentially Coolie...
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August 26, 2025 • 48 mins
In this episode, Michelle Pascoe sits down with Jennifer Kahnweiler, bestselling author of The Introverted Leader and host of the Introvert Ally podcast. Jennifer is one of the world’s leading experts on introverts at work, and she shares practical insights from the third edition of her bestselling book.
Jennifer explains why introverts aren’t “quiet extroverts” — they draw energy differently. She introduces her proven 4 P’s frame...
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August 19, 2025 • 57 mins
Are you negotiating with your team… but not yourself?
In this powerful conversation, Michelle Pascoe sits down with Glin Bayley, one of the world’s leading negotiation consultants, to unpack the true meaning of “full-spectrum negotiation”.
From inner dialogue to high-stakes deals, Glin reveals the missing link that’s holding back even the most experienced leaders.
This episode is a must-listen for hospitality leaders, frontline...
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August 12, 2025 • 54 mins
In this episode, Michelle sits down with robotics and AI leader Ramona Combrink, co-founder and CDTIO of Auto-M8 and Staff-M8, to bust the “robots steal jobs” myth and show how people-first automation stabilises teams and lifts service. Ramona explains why the next five years will strain labour pipelines, and how smart tech—think one-click rostering, rapid onboarding, and her Voice-M8 phone assistant—removes friction for both staff...
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August 5, 2025 • 20 mins
Leadership isn’t about being perfect — it’s about being present.
Inspired by her recent trip to the USA (including Disneyland, Cheesecake Factory & Moxie), Michelle shares eye-opening service experiences and what they teach us about emotional intelligence, middle management and creating memorable guest interactions.
Whether you're a senior leader or a stretched middle manager in clubs or hospitality, this episode offers real, rel...
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July 29, 2025 • 21 mins
In this week’s episode, Michelle shares fresh insights and personal experiences from the National Speakers Association Conference “Influence” in Scottsdale, Arizona. The conversation is all about customer experience - from building emotional loyalty and exceptional guest experience to embracing innovation in hospitality and retail.
Recapping incredible insights across the month of July from Dr Samantha Worthington, Jenn Donovan, ...
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July 22, 2025 • 42 mins
This week Michelle sits down with Steve Sidd, a leading figure in hospitality management and consulting, with over 28 years of experience. Despite a winter cold, Michelle couldn’t miss the opportunity to talk with Steve, whose journey in the industry—from opening his first restaurant at 18 to now managing over 13 venues and 350+ staff—offers powerful insights for hospitality professionals and business leaders alike.
Steve shares ...
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July 15, 2025 • 43 mins
This week we’re diving headfirst into the world of extraordinary customer and employee experiences with my dear friend and international guest, Marc Haine, all the way from beautiful Edmonton, Canada.
With over 30 years in hospitality, retail, and customer-facing industries, Marc brings a wealth of experience as a strategist, keynote speaker, consultant, and author of Lights, Camera, Action.
Marc and I explore what it truly take...
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July 8, 2025 • 45 mins
In this energizing episode of the Michelle Pascoe Hospitality Podcast, Isit down with marketing powerhouse Jenn Donovan—renowned strategist,bestselling author, speaker, and the force behind viral communities likeBuy From a Bush Business and the Spend With Us marketplace.
We dive into the heart of rural and regional connection, discussing howbusinesses and hospitality venues—especially clubs—can build engaged,fiercely loyal commun...
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July 1, 2025 • 50 mins
This week, I welcome the incredibly inspiring Dr. Samantha Worthington, a global expert in consumer psychology, peak performance, and organisational transformation. As I shiver through a minus 4° morning, Dr. Worthington joins from the sunny Sunshine Coast to share her insights into how clubs and hospitality venues can create exceptional service cultures. With experience working alongside top-tier business leaders and teams, Samant...
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June 26, 2025 • 17 mins
What’s the #1 leadership trait that transforms teams? Authenticity... and in this episode Michelle reflects on three powerful interviews with hospitality CEOs - revealing how authenticity fuels vision, culture, and resilience. From strategic growth to community-first values and courageous leadership, this episode is your blueprint for real-world impact in the hospitality space.
Are you leading with presence, values and purpose?
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June 16, 2025 • 64 mins
In this week’s episode, I sit down with a true pillar of the registered club industry—Paul Barnett, CEO of Mingara Leisure Group and a leader whose legacy spans more than two decades of growth, innovation, and heart. From starting his career in government and liquor and gaming regulation to transforming a one-venue operation into a five-venue community powerhouse, Paul shares the behind-the-scenes journey of amalgamations, leadersh...
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June 10, 2025 • 43 mins
In this heartfelt and insightful episode, I sit down with not only a highly respected CEO but also a dear friend of over 25 years – Glenn Cushion from Ingleburn RSL. From humble beginnings as a plumber saving for a house deposit to leading one of Sydney’s most community-driven clubs, Glenn shares his incredible journey through the registered club industry. We explore how a "second job" became a lifelong career and how opportunities...
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June 3, 2025 • 67 mins
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May 29, 2025 • 23 mins
Businesses in 2025 are flooded with digital noise—but what if standing out was as simple as picking up the phone or posting a handwritten note? In this solo episode, I’m going to take you behind the scenes of my recent speaking tour across Far North Queensland (FNQ), where I connected with 97 passionate small business owners. From Atherton to Port Douglas, I will share with you what’s really resonating with customers today—and spoi...
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May 20, 2025 • 55 mins
In this heartfelt and inspiring episode, I sit down with Chenelle Conquest, founder of Paws & Whiskers, a Southern Highlands pet care business driven by purpose, heart, and a lifelong love for animals. From secretly hiding a stray dog in her backyard as a child to building a thriving business that provides pet sitting, dog walking, and genuine peace of mind, Chenelle shares her journey from passion to profession. Her story is one o...
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May 13, 2025 • 38 mins
In this insightful episode, I sit down with Kat Lynn, an award-winning food and product photographer, branding strategist, and passionate advocate for regional communities. Kat shares her journey from capturing culinary delights to helping businesses tell their authentic stories through visual branding. Listeners will gain valuable insights into the importance of storytelling in photography and how it can elevate a brand's presence...
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May 6, 2025 • 49 mins
🎙️ In this powerful episode, I’m joined by mental health advocate and founding Board Member of R U OK?, Graeme Cowan. From his personal journey through severe depression to creating meaningful change in workplaces across the globe, Graeme shares the pivotal moments that shaped his mission to build resilience, connection, and care in high-performing teams. We explore how leaders can identify early signs of stress, foster psycholog...
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April 29, 2025 • 57 mins
Ever dreamed of opening an Aussie pub… in Sweden? 🇸🇪🍺 Kylie Pangeli-Linky did just that—and she’s sharing how a 20-year vision, leadership resilience, and a deep love for hospitality turned that dream into reality. From selling everything she owned to building a business in a foreign country during a global pandemic, Kylie’s story is equal parts inspiration and strategy.
We dive into leading with heart, the “daydreamers advanta...
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