Episodes

Straddling The Pizza Industry, How To Be a Better Baker, And Starting A New Brand w/ Serhan Ayhan of Next Level Pizza
Oct. 1, 2021

Straddling The Pizza Industry, How To Be a Better Baker, And Starting…

Today We talk with my good friend Serhan- in this casual conversation, We find out what it's like to “straddle” the pizza industry. He has the unique experience of having worked in his family’s pizzeria while at the same time...

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Living in a pizzeria and making the most beautiful pizzas with Ian Galbraith from The Carlson Block
Sept. 24, 2021

Living in a pizzeria and making the most beautiful pizzas with Ian Ga…

Today we talk with Ian from the Carlson Block. I invited Ian on the show because I fell in love with the pizzas I saw on his IG. I thought to myself that by asking him to be on the show, I could find out how he does it! In th...

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How Toilet Paper and Trivia Built A Stronger Following with Joey From Annas Pizza
Sept. 17, 2021

How Toilet Paper and Trivia Built A Stronger Following with Joey From…

Joey takes community building to the next level. While his intention was simply to help people in need, his selflessness, along with a combination of other dope stuff he does at his restaurant boosted his customer loyalty, fo...

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[WGD 86] Scotties Pizza Parlor, State of Mind Public House and Square Pie Guys of The Pepperoni Posse
Sept. 15, 2021

[WGD 86] Scotties Pizza Parlor, State of Mind Public House and Square…

I’m joined with members of the Pepperoni Posse to talk about west coast pizza, mental health, and their charity pizza event on National Pepperoni Day. Lean More at- www.PepperoniPosse.com Follow Square Pie Guys on IG -instagr...

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[WGD 85] Leaving corporate for pizza with Brent @ Farm Fired Pizzas
Sept. 10, 2021

[WGD 85] Leaving corporate for pizza with Brent @ Farm Fired Pizzas

Brent is a Registered Nurse by trade but has always been passionate for pizza. One day, after not seeing eye to eye with his boss, he quit his trade and pursued pizza 100%. We talk about how that transitioned worked out for h...

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Bonus Episode- A lesson on Flavor by Tony Gemignani
Sept. 7, 2021

Bonus Episode- A lesson on Flavor by Tony Gemignani

This is not included in the original convo, so please enjoy! Let's Talk on IG Buy an Ooni! Get your Corto Olive Oil Help Me Make A Better Show And Fill Out My Survey! Support the podcast and buy a t shirt!

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[WGD 84] Tony Gemignani of Tony's Pizza Napoletana, Capo's, Slice House and beyond
Sept. 3, 2021

[WGD 84] Tony Gemignani of Tony's Pizza Napoletana, Capo's, Slice Hou…

In this episode, we talk about the trends in pizza that every pizzamaker needs to know. We discuss Tony's school and why its one of the reasons the world has excellent pizza in the places you'd never expect. Finally, we talk ...

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[WGD83] Lessons from a 4th Generation Bread Baker- With Nicky Giusto of Central Milling
Aug. 30, 2021

[WGD83] Lessons from a 4th Generation Bread Baker- With Nicky Giusto …

Win a $50 Central Milling gift card by commenting on the IGTV. Do it ASAP because they are choosing 6 more winners before 9/3 https://www.instagram.com/p/CTFtKEACBpI/ Buy an Ooni! https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1232202&u=2800...

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[WGD82] From 2 To 500 To Gold Belly With Natalie DeSabato from Traze Pizza Lab
Aug. 27, 2021

[WGD82] From 2 To 500 To Gold Belly With Natalie DeSabato from Traze …

So pumped to put this out because I love frozen pizza. I also love how this is a story about combining passions, the realities of growing a business, and a dough workshop all in one! Try Traze Pizza! https://www.goldbelly.com...

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[WGD 81] Women's Pizza Month, Ooni Ambassadors, and Raising $700 for charity @RealCleverFood
Aug. 21, 2021

[WGD 81] Women's Pizza Month, Ooni Ambassadors, and Raising $700 for …

Using her time and talents to make the world a better place, Christy, is the rockstar behind Real Clever Food. On this recorded IG Live episode, we talk about the projects she works on in the pizza community and the inspirat...

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The Best Pizza Day I've Ever Had, Sneaking Into Expo and How to Win A Pizza Competition- Day 3 at the Pizza Expo
Aug. 19, 2021

The Best Pizza Day I've Ever Had, Sneaking Into Expo and How to Win A…

Use Code wgd to get $2 off Pizza with Rose Hill Sourdough! https://rosehillsourdough.com/product/pizza-with-rosehill-sourdough/

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Overwhelmed, Emotional and The Showroom- Day 2 of Pizza Expo
Aug. 18, 2021

Overwhelmed, Emotional and The Showroom- Day 2 of Pizza Expo

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Monorails, Classrooms and Hugs- What It's Like To Be An Early Attendee At My First Pizza Expo
Aug. 17, 2021

Monorails, Classrooms and Hugs- What It's Like To Be An Early Attende…

Use Code wgd to get $2 off Pizza with Rose Hill Sourdough! https://rosehillsourdough.com/product/pizza-with-rosehill-sourdough/

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Having a family and a day job can't stop you from pursuing your dreams with George Kalivas
Aug. 15, 2021

Having a family and a day job can't stop you from pursuing your dream…

In case you have any aspirations to create a documentary, here is the behind the scenes.

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[WGD80] The Pizza City You've never heard of with George Kalivas
Aug. 13, 2021

[WGD80] The Pizza City You've never heard of with George Kalivas

This is the untold story of the pizza scene of Windsor Ontario. We talk with George Kalivas who wrote and produced this documentary. George is a Windsor Ontario native, who after many years of traveling and eating pizza, won...

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Level Up Real Quick: Don't go into this to become a commodity
Aug. 7, 2021

Level Up Real Quick: Don't go into this to become a commodity

I've heard many pizza makers say this before. Here's Peyton take on the matter. Follow Peyton on IG@missionpizzaws https://www.instagram.com/missionpizzaws/ Follow me on IG@whatsgooddough https://www.instagram.com/whatsgooddo...

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[WGD79] Pizzakase (Pizza Omakase) and Building Your Fan Base with Peyton Smith from Mission Pizza Napoletana
Aug. 6, 2021

[WGD79] Pizzakase (Pizza Omakase) and Building Your Fan Base with Pey…

Today we talk with Peyton Smith from Mission Pizza Napoletana. I love Peyton's approach to business- The business serves him and not the other way around. The reason I sought out Peyton was because he does this dope pizza tas...

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Level Up Real Quick: Finding, nurturing, and retaining your most valuable asset with Brad Beam
Aug. 2, 2021

Level Up Real Quick: Finding, nurturing, and retaining your most valu…

When you are the supervisor, the owner, or in the position of authority, how do you act around around those who are below you on the chain of command? At the end of the day if you want your pizzeria to succeed, taking care of...

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[WGD 78] Brad Beam- Tossing Dough, Electric Ovens, Preparing to Compete at Pizza Expo
July 30, 2021

[WGD 78] Brad Beam- Tossing Dough, Electric Ovens, Preparing to Compe…

Tossing Dough, Hiring Great Employees, Preparing to Compete for Pizza Expo Brad beam is an industry vet and a managing partner of Joes New York Pizza and Pasta. In opening those locations, we touch on the new ovens they are g...

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Level Up Real Quick: Professor Pizza on Branding
July 30, 2021

Level Up Real Quick: Professor Pizza on Branding

In a world where there are so many pizza makers, there can only be one professor pizza. Find out why it was pretty genius of Tony to take on the identity of Professor Pizza at an early stage in his pizza making career. Follow...

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Level Up Real Quick: Is Grandma Pie The Queen of Pan Pies? With Tony Scardino
July 24, 2021

Level Up Real Quick: Is Grandma Pie The Queen of Pan Pies? With Tony …

Yes Follow Tony on IG@professorpizza https://www.instagram.com/professorpizza Follow me on IG@whatsgooddough https://www.instagram.com/whatsgooddough/ Watch the full interview on Youtube! https://youtu.be/Y6QfdO4qxpo Listen t...

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[WGD 77] Grandma Pies, Branding, and The Pursuit of Mastery Of Many Styles with Tony Scardino from Professor Pizza
July 23, 2021

[WGD 77] Grandma Pies, Branding, and The Pursuit of Mastery Of Many S…

A student of Tony Gemignani, a lover of many styles, Tony Scardino also known as professor pizza educates us on the thing we all love- pizza. We start by talking about dough and we get real scientific with it Tony educates ...

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Level Up Real Quick: Flipping Merch and Equipment Liens to Get a Pizza Oven
July 19, 2021

Level Up Real Quick: Flipping Merch and Equipment Liens to Get a Pizz…

Make your dreams happen even if it means you have to bust your ass. Also, here is a type of loan that you may want to consider for your next venture! Follow Ben on IG@pizzasupremebeing https://www.instagram.com/pizzasupremebe...

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Level Up Real Quick: What to do if your pop up gets shut down with Ben Roberts of Pizza Supreme Being
July 18, 2021

Level Up Real Quick: What to do if your pop up gets shut down with Be…

In Ben's final words of the episode (not included in this short snippet) never give up on yourself because it is what you wanted to do in the long run. Watch the full interview on Youtube! https://youtu.be/iyJWRSHKNaw Listen ...

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