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Luca The Podcast

Luca The Podcast

By: Luca Missaglia
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LUCA, THE PODCAST is a series of honest, inspiring, and unfiltered conversations with the people shaping the world of hospitality. Hosted by Luca Missaglia — co-founder of The Art of Shaking — each episode dives deep into the stories, mindset, and passions of bartenders, brand founders, creatives, and industry leaders from around the globe. 🎧 New episodes every Sunday 📺 Watch full video episodes on YouTube: youtube.com/@lucathepodcast 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @lucathepodcast 💌 Contact: lucathepodcast@gmail.comLuca Missaglia Economics Leadership Management & Leadership
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  • Julio Bermejo: Why Hospitality Has Nothing to Do With the Drink
    Jan 29 2026

    In this Athens Bar Show Edition of LUCA, THE PODCAST, Luca Missaglia sits down with Julio Bermejo, one of the most respected and authentic voices in global hospitality.

    From creating the Tommy’s Margarita to championing 100% agave tequila decades before it became mainstream, Julio shares a lifetime of wisdom rooted in curiosity, humility, and genuine human connection.


    This episode explores:


    • The true meaning of hospitality

    • Why sincerity matters more than perfection

    • Tequila, tradition, and education

    • Listening as the most underrated skill

    • What keeps a bar relevant after 60 years

    An episode about people, presence, and doing things the right way — for the long run.


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    📍 Recorded at the Athens Bar Show

    🙏 With special thanks to Athens Bar Show

    🎙️ Podcast supported by The Art of Shaking

    👉 https://theartofshaking.com/

    🍊 In partnership with Amaro Santoni

    👉 https://amarosantoni.com/en/prodotto/amaro-santoni/

    📩 Contact: lucathepodcast@gmail.com

    📲 Instagram: https://instagram.com/lucathepodcast

    📺 Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@lucathepodcast

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    36 mins
  • Daniyel Jones: Why Knowledge Means Nothing Without Application
    Jan 22 2026

    In this special Athens Bar Show Edition of LUCA, THE PODCAST, Luca Missaglia sits down with Daniyel Jones for a deeply inspiring conversation about hospitality, knowledge, mentorship, and personal growth.


    Daniyel reflects on his journey from humble beginnings to becoming a respected global voice in education and hospitality. He speaks candidly about gratitude, discipline, failure, and why applying what you learn is the true key to success — not fame, not trends, and not shortcuts.


    Topics include:


    • Gratitude as the essence of hospitality

    • Why knowledge without application is meaningless

    • Mentorship, evolution, and long-term growth

    • What makes a bar truly great

    • Serving people with intention and responsibility


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    📍 Recorded at the Athens Bar Show

    🙏 With special thanks to Athens Bar Show

    🎙️ Podcast supported by The Art of Shaking

    👉 https://theartofshaking.com/

    🍊 In partnership with Amaro Santoni

    👉 https://amarosantoni.com/en/prodotto/amaro-santoni/

    📩 Contact: lucathepodcast@gmail.com

    📲 Instagram: https://instagram.com/lucathepodcast

    📺 Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@lucathepodcast

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    28 mins
  • Claire Warner: Why Hospitality Might Save Our Social Future
    Jan 15 2026

    In this Athens Bar Show Edition of LUCA, THE PODCAST, Luca Missaglia sits down with Claire Warner for an honest, thought-provoking conversation about hospitality, communication, and the future of human connection.


    Claire shares her perspective on why bars and hospitality venues play a critical role in teaching us how to be social, empathetic, and present in real life — especially at a time when screens, isolation, and social anxiety are reshaping how we interact.


    Topics include:


    • The future of communication in hospitality

    • Bars as spaces for social learning and connection

    • Loneliness as a social and physical health issue

    • Education, mentorship, and emotional intelligence behind the bar

    • Why hospitality is about experience, emotion, and meaning


    An episode that challenges the industry to think bigger — and more human.


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    📍 Recorded at the Athens Bar Show

    🙏 With special thanks to Athens Bar Show

    🎙️ Podcast supported by The Art of Shaking 👉 https://theartofshaking.com/

    🍊 In partnership with Amaro Santoni 👉 https://amarosantoni.com/en/prodotto/amaro-santoni/

    📩 Contact: lucathepodcast@gmail.com

    📲 Instagram: https://instagram.com/lucathepodcast

    📺 Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@lucathepodcast

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    24 mins
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