JUSTIN AND THE [FOOD] ENTREPRENEURS

How does a successful executive in the high-stakes world of finance and technology channel his creative energy into an entirely different venture: a family-centric, craft sauce company?

In this inspiring episode of the JUSTIN AND THE [FOOD] ENTREPRENEURS Show, host Justin Bizzarro sits down with Stefan, the founder of Saucy Rascals. This is a powerful story about balancing a demanding corporate career with a passion project, and th...

How does a punk rock motorcycle garage in Portland, Oregon become the unlikely epicenter of a hot dog revolution?

In this sizzling episode of the JUSTIN AND THE [FOOD] ENTREPRENEURS Show, host Justin Bizzarro welcomes back Sage Houser, the visionary chef behind Third Coast Dogs and the Gray Horse Saloon, for a masterclass in building an unforgettable food experience.

This isn't just about hot dogs; it's about telling a story...

How does a Special Forces Green Beret, trained for the complexities of global conflict, pivot to tackling one of the most pressing issues at home: the integrity of our food system?

In this eye-opening episode of the JUSTIN AND THE [FOOD] ENTREPRENEURS Show, host Justin Bizzarro sits down with Patrick Samuels, the founder of Kentucky-based Sunnyside Egg Company. This is a powerful conversation about transitioning from a life in the ...

How does a young entrepreneur navigate the immense pressure, loneliness, and uncertainty of launching a business while his peers are following a more traditional path?

In this incredibly raw and inspiring episode of the JUSTIN AND THE [FOOD] ENTREPRENEURS Show, host Justin Bizzarro sits down with Trajan, the young founder of Denver's unique tea shop, TropiTai. This is a powerful, vulnerable conversation about the immense personal a...

How does a man rise from a turbulent youth, navigate immense personal tragedy, and endure years of grueling, thankless work to build a brand that is not just a business, but a legacy?

This powerful episode of the JUSTIN AND THE [FOOD] ENTREPRENEURS Show brings you the incredible story of Frederick Russell, the founder of Tennessee’s beloved and utterly unique food truck, This Turkey Here. This is more than a story about food; it’s ...

In this deeply inspiring episode of the JUSTIN AND THE [FOOD] ENTREPRENEURS Show, host Justin Bizzarro sits down with Ahmad Tarin, the passionate founder of The Burger Shop, for a remarkable story about how faith, family, and a perfect smash burger can forge a path through life's biggest storms. From his family's roots in Afghanistan to the heart of Union City, California, this is a must-listen tale of resilience and the power of c...

In this inspiring episode of the JUSTIN AND THE [FOOD] ENTREPRENEURS Show, host Justin Bizzarro sits down with Steve and Shelley Schneider, the dynamic husband-and-wife team from Marysville, Washington, behind the artisanal coffee company, Miss Cherry Coffee. What began as a transformative trip to Asia, culminating in Vietnam, sparked a passion that would unexpectedly lead them down the path of entrepreneurship.

The Schneiders reco...

How does an entrepreneur transform a cottage food operation into a nationally recognized brand that’s about more than just heat? For Lucas Lentz, the answer is found in mentorship, radical collaboration, and a core philosophy he calls "flavor you feel."

In this dynamic episode of the JUSTIN AND THE [FOOD] ENTREPRENEURS Show, host Justin Bizzarro sits down with Lucas, the innovative founder of Papa Caps Foods, for an inspiring look ...

How does an entrepreneur, after years of grinding through corporate jobs and failed ventures, transform a personal pain point into a revolutionary, multi-million-dollar food tech company?

In this deeply insightful episode of the JUSTIN AND THE [FOOD] ENTREPRENEURS Show, host Justin Bizzarro welcomes Andy Sartori, the brilliant and tenacious founder of MealPro. This is a masterclass in perseverance, strategic thinking, and th...

How does an ice cream brand, launched from the trunk of a car during a global pandemic, become one of the hottest culinary tickets in a major city?

In this incredible episode of the JUSTIN AND THE [FOOD] ENTREPRENEURS Show, host Justin Bizzarro sits down with David Right, the innovative founder of Denver’s acclaimed Right Cream. This is a powerful story about perseverance, radical creativity, and how a moment of career uncertainty ...

In this powerful and deeply personal episode of the JUSTIN AND THE [FOOD] ENTREPRENEURS Show, host Justin Bizzarro welcomes back the trailblazing Peter Elias to pull back the curtain on the intense spiritual and logistical journey of building a restaurant empire. With his new upscale seafood concept, "Oyster and Scales," taking shape in Ocean City, Peter shares a raw and honest account of navigating the immense pressures of entrepr...

How does a lifelong obsession with spice, a five-year expat journey in Shanghai, and a life-altering global pandemic all converge to create a fiery new food brand in Connecticut?

This episode of the JUSTIN AND THE [FOOD] ENTREPRENEURS Show brings you the incredible story of Maria Carlucci, the globetrotting, flavor-chasing founder of BamuBamu Fire Club. This isn't just a story about hot sauce; it's a testament to how a winding pers...

What if the key to unlocking your entrepreneurial dream isn’t about having a flawless plan, but about having the right mindset to navigate the inevitable chaos?

In this deeply insightful episode of the JUSTIN AND THE [FOOD] ENTREPRENEURS Show, host Justin Bizzarro welcomes back Chris and Crystal Green, the dynamic husband-and-wife team behind the fast-growing Texas brand, Skyrocket Coffee. This isn’t just a conversation about coffe...

What does it take for a man to walk away from a successful 30-year career in commercial construction and dive headfirst into the fiery, competitive world of professional barbecue?

This episode of the JUSTIN AND THE [FOOD] ENTREPREPRENEURS Show brings you the incredible story of Ron Cohen, the founder of Reno’s Battle Born Smokers, in a masterclass on reinvention, grit, and the relentless pursuit of a passion.

Ron shares his journey...

Welcome to a masterclass in culinary craftsmanship and entrepreneurial evolution. In this episode of the JUSTIN AND THE [FOOD] ENTREPRENEURS Show, host Justin Bizzarro sits down with Alan Maniscalco, the seasoned chef and visionary behind two of the Portland area's most beloved spots: the Lucky Horseshoe Lounge and Rally Pizza. This is the captivating story of a journey forged in flour and fire, from Sicilian roots to the pinnacle ...

What happens when the soulful rhythm of Music City gets infused into the sizzle of a burger grill? In this captivating episode of the JUSTIN AND THE [FOOD] ENTREPREPRENEURS Show, host Justin Bizzarro sits down with Daniel Frazier, Director of Operations for the Nashville institution, The Pharmacy Burger Parlor and Beer Garden, for a fascinating conversation about the powerful synergy between music, creativity, and hospitality.

Dani...

How does a successful marketing professional with three cookbooks and a viral men's grilling club end up starting over from scratch? And what if that painful reset is the only path to finding your true purpose?

This powerful episode of the JUSTIN AND THE [FOOD] ENTREPRENEURS Show brings you the incredible story of Jesse Valenciana, the "accidental restaurateur" and creative visionary behind Nashville's Secret Bodega. Host Justin Bi...

In this powerhouse episode of the JUSTIN AND THE [FOOD] ENTREPRENEURS Show, host Justin Bizzarro sits down with Micha Magid, the strategic mind behind the New York City barbecue institution, Mighty Quinn's Barbeque. This is a masterclass in how an unlikely team—a Wall Street financier, a classically trained chef, and a seasoned operational expert—joined forces to build a barbecue empire in one of the world's most competitive market...

This powerful episode of the JUSTIN AND THE [FOOD] ENTREPRENEURS Show is a masterclass in resilience, redemption, and the unbreakable spirit of a true entrepreneur. Host Justin Bizzarro sits down with Johnny Yarusi, the founder of the New Jersey institution Johnny's Pork Roll and Coffee Too, for a raw, authentic, and deeply moving conversation about building a beloved brand from the ashes of a life turned upside down.

Johnny takes ...