BAR TALKING TALKING BAR
Podcast sharing stories of Bartenders, Brands & Ambassadors, Hospitality Pros & Cocktail Lovers in NYC
Latest Episodes
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An NYC Bar Insider on What Makes a Venue Truly Unforgettable
What is the real secret to building a bar that people actually love and return to week after week? In this episode, NYC hospitality veteran Nikolas Vagenas (co-owner of Williamsburg's Mr. Melo) breaks down the business psychology of customer retention, the global rise of vinyl listening bars, and how to build a sustainable, zero-waste cocktail program that stands out in a crowded global market.
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The Conversation Continues: Tom Richter & Sother Teague Get Real About the Bar Industry (Part 2)
We're back with PART 2 of one of the most meaningful conversations we've ever recorded. If you haven't watched Part 1 yet, go do that first — but if you're ready, let's dive back in with Tom Richter and Sother Teague.
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Two Legends, One Table: Tom Richter & Sother Teague on their legacy Behind the Bar (Part 1)
This is the episode we've been waiting to release. Two of the most respected names in NYC's bar industry, Tom Richter and Sother Teague in ONE room, sharing decades of hard-earned wisdom. This is PART 1 of a special two-part conversation you don't want to miss.
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MEET THE HOSTS
Nury and Edgar — two seasoned hospitality pros who’ve done it all, from fine-dining elegance to behind-the-bar magic. They bring stories, laughs, and insider know-how straight from NYC’s restaurant scene to Bar Talking Talking Bar.
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Mexican-born and NYC-based for over 20 years, Nury Robles brings 15+ years of hospitality experience from casual spots to Michelin-starred Eleven Madison Park. With degrees from UNAM and Hunter College, she blends cultural insight, warmth, and curiosity as host of Bar Talking Talking Bar.
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Edgar boasts over two decades of experience in the hospitality industry. Currently the lead bartender at one of New York City's most renowned hidden gems, Freemans restaurant, located in the lower east side of Manhattan, NYC.