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In this conversation, Jeff and Ken discusses his journey as a real estate agent and content creator in Orlando, emphasizing the importance of community and storytelling. He shares personal anecdotes about his early jobs, the significance of food in building relationships, and his vision for fostering community in Orlando through his media company. Takeaways Building community through storytellingThe importance of food in relationships Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Bagel Preferences02:47 Early Experiences and Lessons Learned05:46 Creating a Media Company in Real Estate09:12 Community Building in Orlando

In this episode, Jeff Perera and Glen share their journey through coffee and bagels, exploring the evolution of their businesses, the importance of quality and simplicity, and their vision for the future of coffee. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and episode overview 00:17 Celebrating National Coffee Day with free coffee 01:11 The story of Jeff's Coffee Run and Otis brand 02:20 Glen's journey into coffee roasting in 2017 03:41 Early days of roasting in an apartment 05:29 First roaster and the evolution of coffee roasting 06:25 First experiences with hot bagels and cold brew 07:47 Transition from cold brew to espresso and drip coffee 09:19 Opening the first store and early challenges 11:25 The growth of the franchise and brand recognition 13:01 Glen's team and passing on the roasting craft 15:25 Celebrating the expansion and future plans 18:39 Plans for National Coffee Day and future of coffee 19:44 The future of coffee: back to basics and quality 21:27 Balancing convenience and quality in coffee 22:44 Innovative ideas for coffee shops and concepts 24:00 Closing thoughts and friendship in coffee

The conversation delves into the theme of constant evolution and change, highlighting the thoughtful approach to innovation and the impact and responsibility associated with it. It explores the journey from idea to execution, the importance of thoughtful planning and execution, the process of triage and prioritization, the franchisee experience and feedback loop, and the significance of real-time feedback and adaptation. The conversation delves into community engagement, sponsorship, and the impact of catering on business. It then transitions to strategic planning, customer demand, marketing, and upcoming events, concluding with a discussion on interactive features and the loyalty program. Takeaways Constant evolution and changeThoughtful approach to innovation Community EngagementProduct Development Chapters 00:00 The Hottest Thing Right Now03:01 From Idea to Execution06:54 Impact and Responsibility09:56 Thoughtful Planning and Execution13:06 Triage and Prioritization17:13 Franchisee Experience and Feedback Loop20:11 Real-Time Feedback and Adaptation21:41 Community Engagement and Sponsorship23:12 Catering and Business Impact24:14 Strategic Planning and Software Updates26:03 Customer Demand and Gift Card Program27:08 Marketing and Store Openings28:15 Interactive Features and Marketing Ideas29:36 Upcoming Events and Loyalty Program

The conversation covers the excitement and challenges of new store openings at Jeff's Bagel Run, as well as the complexities of health insurance and the operational intricacies of running a bagel shop. It also delves into the experiences and learnings from setting up and operating new stores, as well as the community support and challenges faced by franchisees. Takeaways New store openings bring excitement and challengesOperational intricacies of running a bagel shopCommunity support and challenges faced by franchisees Chapters 00:00 New Store Openings: Excitement and Challenges05:00 Operational Intricacies of Running a Bagel Shop07:01 Experiences and Learnings from Setting Up and Operating New Stores21:21 Community Support and Challenges Faced by Franchisees

A conversation between Jeff Perera and Lindsay, a working mom and dance teacher, covers topics such as career transitions, bagels, family, and the challenges of infertility. The conversation also delves into the creation of bagel flavors and the joy of indulging in unique food combinations. Takeaways Career transitions and pursuing passionsThe impact of infertility on personal growth and empathy Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Career Transitions04:20 The Journey of a Theater Kid06:21 Creating Content and IVF Journey08:27 Motherhood and Family Dynamics10:35 The Impact of Infertility18:16 Bagel Creations and Flavors

The conversation explores the impact of free giveaways on consumer behavior and brand loyalty. It delves into the power of brand identity and the evolution of branded merchandise, highlighting a shift in consumer engagement and the creation of brand loyalty through giveaways. The conversation delves into the influence of FOMO and social momentum, as well as the sensory experience of bagels. It also explores the evolution of bagel flavors and the anticipation of Thanksgiving bagel creations. Takeaways Brand loyalty through giveawaysThe shift in branded merchandise FOMO and social momentumThe sensory experience of bagels Chapters 00:00 The Influence of Free Stuff03:04 The Power of Brand Identity12:01 The Evolution of Branded Merchandise20:59 The Influence of FOMO22:10 The Bagel Experience24:06 The Evolution of Bagel Flavors33:08 Thanksgiving Bagel Creations

The conversation revolves around the current trend of opening bagel shops and the growing competition in the bagel industry. It explores the reasons behind the bagel boom, the consumer sentiment driving it, and the different categories of bagel shops emerging in the market. The conversation delves into the evolution of the bagel business and its parallels with the chicken industry. It explores the challenges of starting and growing a business, the importance of customer experience, and the impact of changing consumer trends on the food industry. Takeaways Bagel shops are experiencing a boom driven by consumer interest in craft and elevated food experiences.The bagel industry is segmented into different categories, including mom and pop shops, bagel delis, breakfast spots with bagels, and specialized bagel-focused establishments. Business evolutionCustomer experience Chapters 00:00 The Bagel Boom01:16 Consumer Sentiment and Food Trends16:06 The Different Categories of Bagel Shops21:32 Evolution of the Bagel Business22:36 Starting vs. Growing a Business23:32 Adapting to Changing Consumer Trends25:02 The Importance of Customer Experience26:22 Predicting the Future of the Business27:11 Staying Relevant in the Market30:01 Lessons from Other Food Industry Trends31:35 Challenges of Business Growth32:33 Maintaining Brand Identity33:09 The Fun of Problem-Solving in Business34:09 Looking Ahead to the Future42:02 Humorous Reflections on Predicting the Future

The conversation delves into the influence of seasonal flavors on consumer behavior, the impact of retail and e-commerce on seasonal product availability, conditioning and societal expectations around seasonal consumption, and the role of seasonal foods in shaping consumer preferences. Takeaways Seasonal flavors drive consumer demandRetailers and manufacturers influence seasonal product availability Chapters 00:00 The Influence of Seasonal Flavors09:58 The Impact of Retail and E-commerce20:03 Conditioning and Societal Expectations30:09 The Role of Seasonal Foods

The trio discusses their podcasting debut and the dynamics of their collaboration. They then delve into the concept of scheduling creativity and the challenges of planning innovative bagel flavors. The conversation explores the intersection of creativity, strategy, and customer engagement in the context of bagel development. The conversation delves into the creative process of themed weeks, exploring new bagel flavors, innovation, testing, cream cheese flavors, operational efficiency, audience testing, and the launch of pumpkin season with new flavors. Takeaways Collaborative Podcasting DebutChallenges of Scheduling CreativityInnovative Bagel Flavors and Customer Engagement Innovation and creativity drive the exploration of new bagel flavors.Operational efficiency and audience testing play a crucial role in the development and testing of new flavors. Chapters 00:00 The Trio's Podcasting Debut02:09 Scheduling Creativity15:23 Bagel Flavors and Creativity21:51 Creative Process and Themed Weeks22:39 Exploring New Bagel Flavors23:23 Innovation and Testing New Flavors26:06 Cream Cheese Flavors and Customer Feedback31:48 Operational Efficiency and Audience Testing36:38 Pumpkin Season Launch and New Flavors

Jeff and Aaron discuss the new pumpkin bagels at Jeff's Bagel Run, tasting and reviewing each flavor. They explore the flavor profiles, pairings, and the experience of pumpkin season. Takeaways Pumpkin bagels offer a variety of flavor profiles, from sweet to savory.Pairing bagels with different spreads enhances the overall taste experience. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Pumpkin Season01:46 Exploring New Pumpkin Bagel Flavors02:37 Tasting and Reviewing Pumpkin Bagels03:37 Pairing and Flavor Profiles04:24 Discussion on Bagel Tasting Experience05:29 Exploring Sweet and Savory Bagel Flavors09:25 Controversial Pumpkin Bagel Flavor16:29 Final Thoughts and Future Tastings

The conversation delves into the impact of operational execution on sales, the importance of in-store engagement, and the challenges of implementing kiosks in the restaurant industry. It also explores the evolution of store layout and processes, as well as the balance between speed and customer engagement. The conversation delves into the operational and experiential aspects of running a bagel shop, highlighting the impact of customer behavior, store routines, and the importance of being 'rush ready'. The focus on experience over optimization and the resilience of the system to adapt to changes are key themes throughout the discussion. Takeaways Operational execution and in-store engagement significantly impact salesImplementing kiosks in the restaurant industry presents challengesBalancing speed and customer engagement is crucial for a positive customer experience Experience over optimizationResilience to adapt to changes Chapters 00:00 The Impact of Operational Execution on Sales03:05 The Importance of In-Store Engagement07:58 Challenges of Implementing Kiosks in the Restaurant Industry14:06 Evolution of Store Layout and Processes20:05 Balancing Speed and Customer Engagement33:24 The Challenge of Predicting Customer Behavior

The conversation covers a range of topics, including reflections on the summer, planning ahead for the future, the importance of family time and recharging, the idea of on-the-go bagels, and the innovation in beverage offerings. The discussion also highlights the fast-paced nature of menu innovation and the impressive work of a small, scrappy team. The conversation covers the introduction and success of Lock Spread, the identification of JBR's McRib equivalent, the significance of Bagel of the Day, and the future of JBR spreads. It also highlights the success of Cucumber Dill and the potential of Pimento Cheese as JBR's McRib equivalent. Takeaways Reflection on the summer and the transition to the second half of the yearThe importance of family time and rechargingInnovation in menu offerings and the fast-paced nature of menu innovation Lock Spread's success and positive receptionThe significance of Bagel of the Day in JBR's menu Chapters 00:00 Summer Reflections03:05 Planning Ahead06:01 Family Time and Recharging08:59 On-the-Go Bagels18:58 Beverage Innovation22:16 Introducing Lock Spread22:58 The Success of Lock Spread and Cucumber Dill26:14 Identifying JBR's McRib Equivalent27:19 Pimento Cheese as JBR's McRib25:48 The Evolution of Bagel of the Day32:26 The Significance of Bagel of the Day41:52 The Future of JBR Spreads

Jeff Perera introduces the first solo episode of the weekly run, expressing nervousness and excitement. He discusses the popular Lox spread, the impact of hot weather on the bagel shops, his exploration of the LA bagel scene, the right way to make a bagel, and the exciting times at the Bagel Run. Takeaways The introduction of the Lox spread has been a hot topic at the Bagel Run.The impact of hot weather on the bagel shops and the efforts made to keep the shops cool are significant. Chapters 00:00 Introducing the Solo Episode01:36 The Lox Spread03:29 Hot Weather and Its Impact08:06 Exploring the LA Bagel Scene12:37 The Right Way to Make a Bagel13:56 Exciting Times at the Bagel Run

The conversation begins with the introduction of Glen as a guest host, followed by a discussion on the evolution of the podcast and the exploration of food innovation. The focus then shifts to the matcha journey, its role as a beverage platform, and the future of matcha in the industry. The conversation covers a range of topics including the passage of time, seasonal marketing, sports, youth sports, soccer, passion for coffee, the art of coffee making, and espresso machine aesthetics. The hosts also share their closing remarks and banter about pickleball. Takeaways Podcast evolution reflects ongoing changes and adaptations.Matcha is emerging as a versatile beverage platform with potential for innovation and growth. Time flies, and the passage of time can be surprising.Youth sports should celebrate play and avoid excessive competitiveness. Chapters 00:00 Introducing Glen as Guest Host01:04 Evolution of the Podcast03:08 Exploring Food Innovation07:30 The Matcha Journey08:45 Matcha as a Beverage Platform15:54 The Future of Matcha17:18 Time Flies18:07 Seasonal Marketing and Sports19:14 The World of Soccer22:23 Youth Sports and Play25:17 Passion for Coffee28:23 The Art of Coffee Making31:09 Espresso Machine Aesthetics33:01 Closing Remarks

The conversation covers the topics of virality, finding joy in work, and the transition from college to post-grad life. It also explores the importance of investing time in doing something you like and the role of patience in finding joy in work. Takeaways Virality is short-livedInvest time in doing something you likePatience is key to finding joy in work Chapters 00:00 The Spicy Abby Returns03:36 The Obsession with Going Viral07:03 Life After Graduation20:06 Finding Joy in Work