Hospitality & Politics is where the worlds of restaurants, nightlife, and policy collide. Hosted by Andrew Rigie, Executive Director of the NYC Hospitality Alliance, listen as he dives deep into the intersections of business, politics, and everyday life. Join Andrew as he sits down with restaurateurs, nightlife operators, elected officials, and influential thought-leaders to explore the real stories, challenges, and innovations shaping the hospitality industry and beyond.
Hospitality & Politics with Andrew Rigie
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Hospitality & Politics is where the worlds of restaurants, nightlife, and policy collide. Hosted by Andrew Rigie, Executive Director of the NYC Hospitality Alliance, listen as he dives deep into the intersections of business, politics, and everyday life. Join Andrew as he sits down with restaurateurs, nightlife operators, elected officials, and influential thought-leaders to explore the real stories, challenges, and innovations shaping the hospitality industry and beyond.
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Recent Episodes
July 7, 2026
How This Brooklyn Restaurant Blazed a Trail for Caribbean Fine Dining
<p>Kevol and Ria Graham, the husband-and-wife team behind the authentic Caribbean and Jamaican restaurant Kokomo in Brooklyn. They join the show to discuss the state of the Caribbean restaurant scene in NYC, opening at the onset of the pandemic, and balancing their family and personal lives with running the business. In this conversation, we explore their Caribbean roots and exciting menu, how they utilized vulnerability on social media to build a passionate audience, and their plans for the future of Kokomo.</p><p><br /></p><p>https://www.thenycalliance.org/</p><p>https://www.instagram.com/thenycalliance/ </p><p><br /></p><p>0:00 - Intro</p><p>0:30 - The vision behind Kokomo</p><p>3:35 - The Caribbean restaurant scene in NYC</p><p>7:41 - Opening Kokomo during the pandemic</p><p>15:35 - Applying lessons from other careers to the restaurant business</p><p>19:00 - Hiring for a new restaurant</p><p>21:12 - Storytelling and connecting with customers</p><p>24:00 - Balancing personal life and running a restaurant</p><p>29:16 - The biggest challenges of operating a restaurant</p><p>36:39 - Utilizing social media to share the struggles of running the business</p><p>42:00 - The state of the NYC restaurant industry</p><p>46:26 - What have Kev and Ria done most successfully at Kokomo?</p><p>48:04 - The must-haves on the Kokomo menu</p><p>51:05 - What’s next for Kokomo?</p><p><br /></p><p>#newyorkcity #restaurant #politics #hospital #business #smallbusiness</p>
June 30, 2026
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<p>Paulie and Mary Ann Gee, the husband-and-wife team behind the acclaimed Paulie Gee's pizzerias, started with no professional restaurant experience and built one of New York City's most beloved pizza brands. They join the show to discuss the leap of faith that led them to open their first shop, what it's like running a business as partners in both life and work, and how they've maintained quality and culture while expanding beyond Brooklyn. In this conversation, we explore the story behind the Paulie Gee's brand, whether New York water really makes a difference, and how a neighborhood pizzeria earned a devoted following far beyond New York City.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>https://www.thenycalliance.org/</p><p>https://www.instagram.com/thenycalliance/ </p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>0:00 - Intro</p><p>0:30 - Paulie Gee’s Pizza origins</p><p>11:41 - What makes a good pizza?</p><p>15:13 - How to maintain consistency in the restaurant business</p><p>21:19 - Running a business as husband and wife</p><p>24:24 - The skills needed to run a restaurant</p><p>28:50 - What Paulie & Mary Ann look for when hiring</p><p>33:50 - New York water</p><p>36:20 - What do Paulie & Mary Ann look for when visiting one of their locations?</p><p>39:00 - The brand behind Paulie Gee’s</p><p>41:24 - Paulie Gee’s cookbook</p><p>45:40 - What’s been the most fulfilling part of this journey for Paulie & Mary Ann?</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>#newyorkcity #restaurant #politics #hospital #business #smallbusiness</p>
June 16, 2026
The Jimmy Rodriguez Way: Building Restaurants, Relationships, and Unforgettable Nights
<p>From dishwasher to hospitality icon, Jimmy Rodriguez has spent more than three decades shaping New York City's restaurant and nightlife scene. The Bronx-born entrepreneur joins Andrew Rigie to discuss building legendary venues, creating unforgettable guest experiences, hosting everyone from celebrities to world leaders, and navigating the challenges facing restaurants and nightlife today. Along the way, he shares stories, lessons, and insights from a remarkable career in hospitality.</p><p><br></p><p>https://www.thenycalliance.org/</p><p>https://www.instagram.com/thenycalliance/ </p><p><br></p><p>0:00 - Intro</p><p>1:00 - Who is Jimmy Rodriguez?</p><p>5:00 - Jimmy’s Bronx Cafe</p><p>9:25 - Implementing a dress code</p><p>10:33 - Music at Jimmy’s Bronx Cafe</p><p>12:03 - Operating in different neighborhoods</p><p>16:32 - How Jimmy ensures guests have a good experience</p><p>18:03 - Memorable stories from Jimmy’s Bronx Cafe</p><p>21:21 - How Jimmy hires and trains staff</p><p>24:15 - State of NYC Nightlife Industry</p><p>32:17 - The best advice Jimmy has received over the years</p><p>35:32 - What skills have led to Jimmy’s success?</p><p>38:31 - How Jimmy builds relationships with guests</p><p>41:00 - The Bronx’s impact on Jimmy</p><p>43:27 - What’s next for Jimmy?</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>#newyorkcity #restaurant #politics #hospital #business #smallbusiness</p>
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