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The SHIT YEAH! Show

The SHIT YEAH! Show

By: Chris Smith
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 THE RESTAURANT INDUSTRY SUCKS AND WE’RE HERE TO CHANGE IT! Welcome to the SHIT YEAH! Show, hosted by Chris Smith, Founder/CEO of Zunzi’s + Zunzibar. He’s asking the real questions to the real stakeholders… Starting with: “What makes you say SHIT YEAH?” Chris will be joined weekly by some of the company’s 6 stakeholders: Team Members, Fans, Community Members, Franchisees, Vendors, and Investors. From navigating the chaos of franchise life to pushing for big changes in an industry that isn’t always easy to love, this podcast always GETS WEIRD! So whether you're in the restaurant biz or you just want the inside scoop, GRAB SOME SAUCE and tune in!© 2024 Economics Leadership Management & Leadership Marketing Marketing & Sales Politics & Government
Episodes
  • SHIT YEAH! SHOW Episode 24 with Olivia Lafayette

    SHIT YEAH! SHOW Episode 24 with Olivia Lafayette
    Sep 3 2025

    In this episode, we sit down with Olivia Lafayette to talk about her journey in the restaurant industry, from hosting at 15 to working at Texas Roadhouse and now thriving at Zunzibar. Olivia shares her thoughts on tipping culture, teamwork, and customer expectations, plus how she’s combining her SCAD social media studies with real-world hospitality experience.

    A real look at the highs and challenges of restaurants, leadership, and creating authentic experiences.
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    22 mins
  • SHIT YEAH! SHOW Episode 23 with Patton Jaynes

    SHIT YEAH! SHOW Episode 23 with Patton Jaynes
    Aug 27 2025

    Patton Jaynes joins us from Zunzi’s to talk about life in the restaurant industry, from Chipotle to Zunzibar, the highs and lows of hospitality, and what makes great service culture. We cover growth at Zunzi’s with new locations in Jupiter, The Villages, and Jacksonville, plus the differences between fast casual and fine dining.

    Hospitality, leadership, food, and a shot of sauce, this episode has it all.
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    24 mins
  • SHIT YEAH! SHOW Episode 22 with Kellen Powers

    SHIT YEAH! SHOW Episode 22 with Kellen Powers
    Jun 18 2025

    Musician-turned-entertainment-director Kellen Powers joins the SHIT YEAH! SHOW to talk about transforming the live music experience inside Zunzibar. From managing over 100 musicians to improving restaurant operations and guest experiences, Kellen shares how better booking systems, communication, and culture can elevate both the hospitality and music industries.
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    28 mins
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