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Slick Talk: The Hospitality Podcast

Hosted by Skift · business · EN · 398 episodes

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About this Podcast:

This is the podcast for anyone and everyone in the Hospitality industry who loves what they do and wants to grow, learn, and experience all the cool things the world of hotels, restaurants, vacation rentals, and travel offers! On the show, Wil Slickers interviews some of the biggest Founders and Professionals within all hospitality segments. Slick Talk is a part of Skift!

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What is Slick Talk: The Hospitality Podcast about?

This is the podcast for anyone and everyone in the Hospitality industry who loves what they do and wants to grow, learn, and experience all the cool things the world of hotels, restaurants, vacation rentals, and travel offers! On the show, Wil Slickers interviews some of the biggest Founders and Professionals within all hospitality segments.

Who hosts Slick Talk: The Hospitality Podcast?

Slick Talk: The Hospitality Podcast is hosted by Skift. The show has published 398 episodes to date.

What has Slick Talk: The Hospitality Podcast covered recently?

Recent episodes include "New from Skift: Executive Conversations Shaping the Travel Industry" (26 January 2026, 2 minutes), "Big Announcement! We've Been Acquired!" (29 July 2025, 5 minutes), and "Inside the F1 Arcade Experience with Jon Gardner" (21 May 2025, 48 minutes).

How often does Slick Talk: The Hospitality Podcast publish?

Slick Talk: The Hospitality Podcast publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 50 minutes across 398 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on Slick Talk: The Hospitality Podcast?

Booking probability for Slick Talk: The Hospitality Podcast is 27%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Slick Talk: The Hospitality Podcast requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Slick Talk: The Hospitality Podcast's contact route on record: verified email.

Who should pitch Slick Talk: The Hospitality Podcast?

The strongest fits for Slick Talk: The Hospitality Podcast are Hotels & Lodging and Restaurants. Slick Talk: The Hospitality Podcast has a business audience.

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Skift hosts Slick Talk: The Hospitality Podcast, a business show with 398 episodes published.

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  • Slick Talk: The Hospitality Podcast

    New from Skift: Executive Conversations Shaping the Travel Industry

    Jan 26, 20262 minS0

    <p>We’re sharing a preview of a new podcast from Skift called Skift Take Sessions.</p> <p>Skift Take Sessions is a weekly, journalist-led podcast built from the most important conversations shaping the global travel...

  • Slick Talk: The Hospitality Podcast

    Big Announcement! We've Been Acquired!

    Jul 29, 20255 minS0

    <p>In this episode, I’ve got some big news to share: Slick Talk: The Hospitality Podcast, Good Morning Hospitality, and Suite Success by Katie Cline have officially been acquired by Skift — the leading voice in global...

  • Episode #19

    Inside the F1 Arcade Experience with Jon Gardner

    May 21, 202548 minS13

    <p>In this episode, Wil Slickers interviews Jon Gardner, the Global President of Development at F1 Arcade. </p> <p>As a huge Formula 1 and Motorsports fan, Wil dives deep into the world of F1 Arcade, a unique concept...

  • Episode #18

    Susan Barry on the Evolving World of Hospitality

    May 7, 20251 hourS13

    <p>In this episode, we welcome Susan Barry, host of the Top Floor podcast and founder/CEO of Hive Marketing. </p> <p>Dive into Susan's extensive background in hospitality, from her early days in restaurant catering to...

  • Episode #17

    Lingering Towards Success: Tom Goodwin on Innovation & Legacy in Hospitality

    Apr 30, 20251h 2mS13

    <p>In this heartfelt episode, Wil Slickers sits down with Tom Goodwin, a hospitality veteran and current co-owner of Mountain Laurel Chalets. </p> <p>Tom shares the incredible journey of taking over his in-laws' legacy...

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  • Episode #16

    Behind the Mic: Steve Carran on Podcasting and Hospitality Insights

    Apr 23, 20251h 11mS13

    <p>Join us for an exciting episode as we chat with Steve Carran, the co-host of the Modern Hotelier Podcast! </p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, we geek out about the ins and outs of podcasting, discussing the...

  • Episode #15

    Beyond the Brand: Insights from Curator Hotel Collection's Jennifer Barnwell

    Apr 16, 202555 minS13

    <p>In this episode of Slick Talk, Wil Slickers is joined by Jennifer Barnwell from Curator Hotel Collection. </p><p><br></p><p>They discuss the unique perks of operating an independent hotel versus being part of a major...

  • Episode #14

    A Focus on Independent Hospitality with Boris Pavlov

    Apr 9, 20251h 19mS13

    <p>Welcome back, Slick Talkers! In this episode, Wil Slickers sits down with Boris Pavlov, a European entrepreneur and expert in the hospitality industry, to discuss his journey and the innovations he's spearheading...

  • Episode #13

    Unlocking Loyalty & Tackling OTA Dominance with Jeff Low of Stash Hotel Rewards

    Apr 2, 20251h 15mS13

    <p>In this episode, Wil sits down with Jeff Low, CEO and founder of Stash Hotel Rewards, to discuss the evolution of loyalty programs within the hotel industry. </p><p><br></p><p>They dive into Jeff's journey, starting...

  • Episode #12

    "Hospitality Tech Isn't Broken, Our Data is Broken" with Benjamin Gross

    Mar 26, 20251h 19mS13

    <p>Join Wil Slickers as he dives deep into an insightful conversation with Benjamin Gross, Co-Founder of Minty Living. </p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, Benjamin shares his journey from quantitative trading in New York...

  • Episode #11

    "Hospitality Can Start in the DMs" with Nathan Woods

    Mar 19, 20251h 12mS13

    <p>In this episode, Wil Slickers sits down with Nathan Woods to dive deep into the art of crafting amazing guest experiences. </p><p><br></p><p>They discuss the importance of utilizing data, mid-stay engagement, digital...

  • Episode #10

    Real-Time Data, Culture, and Profitability with Josiah Mackenzie

    Mar 12, 202551 minS13

    <p>Join Wil Slickers in an engaging conversation with Josiah Mackenzie, Head/VP of Marketing at Actabl and host of Hospitality Daily. </p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, we dive deep into the intersection of...

  • Episode #9

    From Host to Brand: How HomeRunner Empowers Hospitality Entrepreneurs

    Mar 5, 202555 minS13

    <p>In this episode, Wil welcomes Eli Pritykin, the founder of Hudson Creative Studio, to discuss Eli's journey in the world of short-term rentals and hospitality.</p><p>Eli, who initially majored in computer science but...

  • Episode #8

    The Guest Experience You’re Overlooking (and It’s Costing You) with James Lemon, Stripe

    Feb 26, 20251h 4mS13

    <p>Join us for a conversation with James Lemon from Stripe as we explore the landscape of payments in the hospitality industry.</p><p> </p><p>Discover how modern payment solutions can drive higher conversions, improve...

  • Episode #7

    Mint House CEO, Christian Lee, on Locale Acquisition & The Future of Hospitality

    Feb 19, 202524 minS13

    <p>In this cross-promoted episode originally from Good Morning Hospitality, Wil Slickers interviews Christian Lee, CEO of Mint House, about their first acquisition, Locale, as well as the exciting changes and...

  • Episode #6

    Your Superhost Badge Means Nothing... Or Does it?

    Feb 12, 202517 minS13

    <p>Superhost status has long been seen as a mark of excellence, but is it still relevant, or just the baseline? In this episode, Wil unpacks the realities of maintaining Superhost at scale, the overlooked safety...

  • Episode #5

    Trash Talk: Fido's Innovations with CEO Justin Pera

    Feb 5, 202546 minS13

    <p>In this episode, Wil Slickers sits down with Justin Pera, the founder and CEO of Fido, formerly known as Trash Caddies. </p><p><br></p><p>They discuss the challenges and necessity of standardizing the short-term...

  • Episode #4

    Breaking Cycles and Rewriting the Story—for Myself and Hospitality.FM

    Jan 31, 202520 minS13

    <p>The past decade has been a wild ride—growth, success, struggles, and hard lessons. But as I step into the next 10 years, I’ve made one of the biggest decisions of my life: choosing full sobriety. In this episode, I...

  • Episode #3

    Beyond Money: Redefining Financial Success with Shane Bauman

    Jan 29, 20251h 4mS13

    <p>In this insightful episode of Slick Talk, Wil Slickers introduces a new format that expands beyond hospitality into business and entrepreneurship. </p><p> </p><p>Wil is joined by Shane Bauman, founder of RISE Wealth...

  • Episode #2

    Beyond Accommodations with Victor Feria

    Jan 22, 202550 minS13

    <p>In this episode of Slick Talk, Wil Slickers sits down with Victor Feria to discuss the delicate balance of delivering operational excellence and exceptional guest experiences in the hospitality industry...

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