Hospitality Forward
Hanna Lee and Michael Anstendig
Welcome to Hospitality Forward, a podcast for hospitality & travel professionals, where we invite members of the media to share their insights and tips.
My name is Hanna Lee. I’m President of Hanna Lee Communications, an award-winning public relations agency in New York City.
And I’m Michael Anstendig, a food and beverage writer and my work has appeared in publications like the New York Times, Time Out New York, New York magazine online and others. I'm also the Editor in Chief at Hanna Lee Communications.
The hospitality & travel industry is now facing incredible challenges, and we know our community is looking for support and solutions. So we want to provide ways of attracting the media spotlight that can help your business rebuild and prosper.
That is why we created this podcast, where we will interview the smartest, most accomplished journalists who cover hospitality & travel for some of the world’s leading outlets.
Our upcoming episodes featuring media members from the New York Times, Esquire, Fortune, Time Out New York, Condé Nast Traveler, Travel + Leisure and many others.
And because we understand the power of media coverage, we’ll ask our guests to reveal their insider tips.
They’ll explain how to get the word out about yourself and your business, how to handle media interviews, how to be a great media resource, and how to tell your newsworthy story in a compelling and authentic way.
We are so excited to bring you these insightful interviews to help our industry reset, redirect and rebound.
So subscribe today and join us as we move Hospitality Forward together.
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Episode #28 - Howie Kahn, Contributing Editor at WSJ Magazine, Podcast Host, Author and Freelancer for GQ, Wired, Travel + Leisure and more
Hospitality Forward
03/24/21 • 25 min
In this episode, Hanna Lee and Michael Anstendig of Hanna Lee Communications chat with Howie Kahn, a freelance writer, author and host of the “Take Away Only” podcast heard in nearly 200 countries. He is a Contributing Editor at WSJ Magazine, and his work has appeared in GQ, Wired, Travel + Leisure and Departures and other top publications.
Tune in to hear this 20-year veteran journalist, who covers food, restaurants, culture, travel and art, share his thoughts on:
1. How stories imbued with feeling, that show change, move him.
2. Why a pitch should include a measure of scholarship and be worth a journalist’s time.
3. Why genuine social media posts about the real ups and downs of business are the best way to amplify one’s voice effectively.
4. What inspired his successful podcast, “Take Away Only,” which kicked into high gear during the pandemic.
5. Why he thinks Chef José Andrés’ World Central Kitchen is moving hospitality forward.
Howie also answers a listener question from Chef Shenarri Freeman of Cadence, a new plant-based Southern and soul food restaurant in NYC by Ravi DeRossi’s Overthrow Hospitality. She asks what the best ways are to reach non-vegan guests.
Connect with Howie at [email protected] and on IG at @howiekahn.
For more information on our agency, please visit www.hannaleecommunications.com.
Connect with hosts Hanna Lee (@hannaleeny), Michael Anstendig (@michaelanstendig) and our agency (@hannaleepr) on IG.
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Episode #17 - Joshua M. Bernstein, Freelance Writer for the New York Times, Bon Appétit, Imbibe, Wine Enthusiast, Draft and more
Hospitality Forward
12/02/20 • 37 min
In Episode #17, we speak with Joshua M. Bernstein, a freelance writer covering beer, spirits, food and travel for the New York Times, Bon Appétit, Imbibe, Wine Enthusiast and top trades, like Draft.
Joshua is also author of 5 books on beer: “Drink Better Beer,” “Brewed Awakening,” “The Complete Beer Course,” “Complete IPA” and “Homebrew World.”
Tune in to hear this expert on all things beer-related share his thoughts on:
1) Why experimentation is still important in the craft beer space, despite consumers embracing the comfortable and familiar.
2) What the success of the hazy IPA style of beer says about the evolution of the American palate.
3) Why the language surrounding craft beer, including the association of hops with bitterness, is a barrier to reaching more consumers.
4) Why a story idea shared with him might not be an immediate fit, yet could ultimately result in coverage.
5) Why direct-to-door shipments are boosting sales of non-alcoholic beers by encouraging convenient discovery and trial.
6) How educational initiatives to bring more diversity to the craft beer scene will bear fruit in the coming years.
7) Why optimizing outdoor drinking experiences will be critical for success now and moving forward.
Joshua also answers a listener question from Chris Herron, CEO of Creature Comforts Brewing Co., on craft brewing and the hard seltzer category.
Connect with Joshua on IG at @joshmbernstein and via his website, www.joshuambernstein.com.
Follow “Hospitality Forward” Podcast hosts Hanna Lee at @hannaleeny, Michael Anstendig at @michaelanstendig and our agency @hannaleepr on IG.
In this week’s “HLC Innovation Report,” we feature:
#1: What We Are Reading This Week - Our agency celebrates book authors we admire through our #AskTheAuthor series. This week, we are reading “Drink Like a Bartender” by Thea Engst and Lauren Vigdor. Check out @hlcbookmedia on IG for our interview on how Thea, Lauren and Adams Media brought their book to life (https://www.instagram.com/p/CH_XKU4l08g/).
#2: Who We Are Honoring This Week - Gemma Bell, Founder of Gemma Bell and Company, a leading hospitality PR agency based in London. Her business motto is “Don’t underestimate the transformational power of sharing your table with others.” Each week, we celebrate pioneering women via our digital channels, so check out www.hannaleecommunications.com for over 250 women’s words of wisdom.
#3: What We Are Celebrating This Week - The 90th birthday of our beloved mom, Harriet Anstendig. Time after time, she shows us that age is just a number. Here’s to many more. We thank her for her unconditional love, guidance and wisdom.
#4: What Podcast We Are Listening to This Week - Social Media Marketing Podcast with Michael Stelzner. Michael recently interviewed one of our favorite social media experts, Alex Tooby, an Instagram strategist specialized in helping female entrepreneurs (https://apple.co/3qgavk0).
#5: Who Is Inspiring Us This Week - Sother Teague, the renowned bartender behind Amor y Amargo in New York City. Sother recently pivoted to deal with the pandemic with a new concept, General Store, a retail operation selling bottled cocktails, books and barware. (https://bit.ly/3mpCbk7).
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In our 11th episode, we chat with Kara Newman, Contributing Spirits Editor, Wine Enthusiast Magazine. Kara also frequently writes for Bloomberg, the Wall Street Journal, PUNCH and other leading media outlets.
She is the acclaimed author of “Cocktails with a Twist,” “Nightcap,” “Road Soda,” “Shake. Stir. Sip.” “Cocktails for a Crowd,” “The Secret Financial Life of Food” and “Spice & Ice.”
Tune in to hear this thoughtful cocktail and spirits scribe share her thoughts on:
1) What it is like to cover hard liquor and libations for a leading wine publication that reaches both consumers and trade
2) How the closure of bars, even temporarily, will deeply impact cocktail culture overall
3) Why people rather than products are at the heart of a good story
4) How cocktail recipes shared with her should be straightforward and easily replicated by home bartenders
5) Why sending sample spirits bottles is always key
6) Why she prefers tasting spirits on her own, rather than at deskside briefings or via Zoom
7) How self-published books by bartenders inspire her
8) Why embargoed press releases might not be the best way to get her attention
9) How “omakase” cocktail and bar bites experiences are an innovation worth watching
Kara also addresses a listener question from GN Chan, Master Mixologist & Founder of Double Chicken Please, a new New York City bar, on whether craft cocktail bar pop-ups and canned cocktails by craft bars are here to stay.
Connect with Kara on Twitter at @karanewman and on Instagram at @newman_kara.
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Episode #84: Sean Evans, Freelancer for Whisky Advocate, VinePair and Robb Report
Hospitality Forward
03/21/24 • 33 min
In this episode, we are delighted to chat with Sean Evans, an acclaimed freelance writer who contributes to Whisky Advocate, VinePair, Robb Report and a wide array of prestigious outlets. He covers spirits, automotive and longevity.
Sean honed his writing and interviewing skills interviewing thousands of celebrities as a gossip columnist for the New York Daily News.
Connect with Sean Evans:
IG: @angryinparadise
LinkedIn: sean-evans
For all 80+ media guests to date, you can find their information and episodes on our agency’s website, www.hannaleecommunications.com.
Connect with hosts Hanna Lee and Michael Anstendig along with our agency on IG, as well as on Facebook, X, LinkedIn and TikTok.
Hanna Lee Communications
IG: @hannaleepr
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HannaLeeCommunications
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hanna-lee-communications/
X: @hannaleepr
Hanna Lee
IG: @hannaleeny
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hannaleenyc
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannaleepr/
X: @hannaleeny
TikTok: @hannaleeny
Michael Anstendig
IG: @michaelanstendig
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/michael.anstendig
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-anstendig-7b5256/
X: @ImbibingGuy
TikTok: @michael.anstendig
For a chance to win our agency’s award-winning book, “The Japanese Art of the Cocktail,” please email [email protected] and share your favorite pitching tip that you learned from the show.
In addition, if you were featured in the media thanks to following advice from our journalist guests heard on our podcast, please send us a link to the article or segment. We will be happy to send you a copy of our book as a congratulatory gift.
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Episode #76: Larry Olmsted, Freelancer for Forbes, Whisky Advocate, Cigar Aficionado Magazine and more
Hospitality Forward
01/17/24 • 27 min
In this episode, we are delighted to chat with Larry Olmsted. Larry is an award-winning travel, food and drinks writer who contributes to Forbes, Whisky Advocate, Cigar Aficionado Magazine, MasterCard Luxury Magazine and many other leading media outlets.
Larry specializes in travel-related topics including industry trends, culinary, luxury and sports travel, especially golf, skiing and active and spectator sports travel.
The author of “Real Food, Fake Food,” “FANS” and “Getting Into Guinness,” Larry has personally set three Guinness World Records, including travel.
Connect with Larry Olmsted:
IG: @travelfoodguy
X: @TravelFoodGuy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/larry-olmsted-920b16a/
For all 70+ media guests to date, you can find their information and episodes on our agency’s website, www.hannaleecommunications.com.
Connect with hosts Hanna Lee and Michael Anstendig along with our agency on IG, as well as on Facebook, X, LinkedIn and TikTok.
Hanna Lee Communications
IG: @hannaleepr
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HannaLeeCommunications
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hanna-lee-communications/
X: @hannaleepr
Hanna Lee
IG: @hannaleeny
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hannaleenyc
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannaleepr/
X: @hannaleeny
TikTok: @hannaleeny
Michael Anstendig
IG: @michaelanstendig
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/michael.anstendig
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-anstendig-7b5256/
X: @ImbibingGuy
TikTok: @michael.anstendig
For a chance to win our agency’s award-winning book, “The Japanese Art of the Cocktail,” please email [email protected] and share your favorite pitching tip that you learned from the show.
In addition, if you were featured in the media thanks to following advice from our journalist guests heard on our podcast, please send us a link to the article or segment. We will be happy to send you a copy of our book as a congratulatory gift.
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Episode #71: Marci Waldman, Producer, “CBS Saturday Morning”
Hospitality Forward
05/10/23 • 28 min
In this episode, we are delighted to chat with Marci Waldman, a seasoned network news professional with more than 30 years of experience. Marci is a producer for “CBS Saturday Morning” and the creator of its James Beard award-winning segment, “The Dish.” The segment explores chefs and restaurateurs through the lens of their food and what role it has played in developing their lives and careers.
Connect with Marci Waldman:
IG: @marcibethcbs
Twitter: @MarciBethCBS
For all media guests to date, you can find their information and episodes on our agency’s website, www.hannaleecommunications.com.
Connect with hosts Hanna Lee and Michael Anstendig along with our agency on IG, as well as on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and TikTok.
Hanna Lee Communications
IG: @hannaleepr
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HannaLeeCommunications
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hanna-lee-communications/
Twitter: @hannaleepr
Hanna Lee
IG: @hannaleeny
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hannaleenyc
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannaleepr/
Twitter: @hannaleeny
TikTok: @hannaleeny
Michael Anstendig
IG: @michaelanstendig
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/michael.anstendig
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-anstendig-7b5256/
Twitter: @ImbibingGuy
TikTok: @michael.anstendig
For a chance to win our agency’s award-winning book, “The Japanese Art of the Cocktail,” please email [email protected] and share your favorite pitching tip that you learned from the show.
In addition, if you were featured in the media thanks to listening to advice from our journalist guests heard on our podcast, please send us a link to the article or segment, and we will send you a copy of our book as a congratulatory gift.
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Episode #70: Stacey Leasca, Contributing Editor, Travel + Leisure & Contributing News Editor, Food & Wine
Hospitality Forward
05/03/23 • 31 min
In this episode, we are delighted to chat with Stacey Leasca, an award-winning freelance Contributing Editor for Travel + Leisure and a Contributing News Editor for Food & Wine. In addition, Stacey writes for Tripadvisor, Hotels Above Par and Men's Health.
Stacey is the co-founder of Be a Travel Writer with Nina Ruggiero of Travel + Leisure. She is also currently pursuing her Ph.D. with a focus on building resiliency to misinformation in early-career journalists.
Connect with Stacey Leasca:
IG: @sleasca
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sleasca/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sleasca
Twitter: @SLeasca
For all media guests to date, you can find their information and episodes on our agency’s website, www.hannaleecommunications.com.
Connect with hosts Hanna Lee and Michael Anstendig along with our agency on IG, as well as on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and TikTok.
Hanna Lee Communications
IG: @hannaleepr
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HannaLeeCommunications
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hanna-lee-communications/
Twitter: @hannaleepr
Hanna Lee
IG: @hannaleeny
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hannaleenyc
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannaleepr/
Twitter: @hannaleeny
TikTok: @hannaleeny
Michael Anstendig
IG: @michaelanstendig
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/michael.anstendig
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-anstendig-7b5256/
Twitter: @ImbibingGuy
TikTok: @michael.anstendig
For a chance to win our agency’s award-winning book, “The Japanese Art of the Cocktail,” please email [email protected] and share your favorite pitching tip that you learned from the show.
In addition, if you were featured in the media thanks to listening to advice from our journalist guests heard on our podcast, please send us a link to the article or segment, and we will send you a copy of our book as a congratulatory gift.
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Episode #65: Amy Zavatto, Content Director, SouthForker and Freelancer for Martha Stewart and SevenFifty Daily
Hospitality Forward
03/29/23 • 23 min
In this episode, Hanna Lee and Michael Anstendig of Hanna Lee Communications chat with Amy Zavatto, Content Director, SouthForker and a freelance writer for Martha Stewart and SevenFifty Daily. Amy’s work has also appeared in Wine Enthusiast, InsideHook, the New York Post, Liquor.com, Imbibe, Men’s Journal and many others.
In addition, Amy is the author of several books, including “The Big Book of Bourbon Cocktails,” “Prosecco Made Me Do It,” “Forager’s Cocktails” and “The Architecture of the Cocktail.” She earned WSET Level III Certification in wine and spirits and is a respected judge for the American Craft Spirits Association’s annual small-production spirits competition.
Connect with Amy:
IG: @amyzeats
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-zavatto-bbb8293/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amy.zavatto
Twitter: @amyzeats
For all media guests to date, you can find their information and episodes on our agency’s website, www.hannaleecommunications.com.
Connect with hosts Hanna Lee and Michael Anstendig along with our agency on IG, as well as on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and TikTok.
Hanna Lee Communications
Instagram: @hannaleepr
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HannaLeeCommunications
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hanna-lee-communications/
Twitter: @hannaleepr
Hanna Lee
Instagram: @hannaleeny
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hannaleenyc
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannaleepr/
Twitter: @hannaleeny
TikTok: @hannaleeny
Michael Anstendig
Instagram: @michaelanstendig
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/michael.anstendig
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-anstendig-7b5256/
Twitter: @ImbibingGuy
TikTok: @michael.anstendig
For a chance to win our agency’s award-winning book, “The Japanese Art of the Cocktail,” please email [email protected] and share your favorite pitching tip that you learned from the show.
In addition, if you were featured in the media thanks to listening to advice from our journalist guests heard on our podcast, please send us a link to the article or segment, and we will send you a copy of our book as a congratulatory gift.
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Episode #73: Claire Stern, Digital Director, ELLE.com
Hospitality Forward
12/27/23 • 28 min
In this episode, we are delighted to chat with Claire Stern. Claire is the Digital Director of ELLE.com.
Previously, Claire worked in the editorial departments of InStyle, J.Crew, Bergdorf Goodman and POPSUGAR. She earned her master’s degree from the Columbia Journalism School.
Claire’s penchant for interviewing started with the “Harriet the Spy” notebook she had as a kid.
Connect with Claire Stern:
IG: @clairecstern
X: @clairecstern
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/clairestern
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clairecstern
For all 70+ media guests to date, you can find their information and episodes on our agency’s website, www.hannaleecommunications.com.
Connect with hosts Hanna Lee and Michael Anstendig along with our agency on IG, as well as on Facebook, X, LinkedIn and TikTok.
Hanna Lee Communications
IG: @hannaleepr
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HannaLeeCommunications
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hanna-lee-communications/
X: @hannaleepr
Hanna Lee
IG: @hannaleeny
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hannaleenyc
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannaleepr/
X: @hannaleeny
TikTok: @hannaleeny
Michael Anstendig
IG: @michaelanstendig
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/michael.anstendig
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-anstendig-7b5256/
X: @ImbibingGuy
TikTok: @michael.anstendig
For a chance to win our agency’s award-winning book, “The Japanese Art of the Cocktail,” please email [email protected] and share your favorite pitching tip that you learned from the show.
In addition, if you were featured in the media thanks to following advice from our journalist guests heard on our podcast, please send us a link to the article or segment. We will be happy to send you a copy of our book as a congratulatory gift.
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Episode #43: Tara Cox, Executive Managing Editor, Rachael Ray In Season and Drew + Jonathan Reveal
Hospitality Forward
10/27/21 • 23 min
In Episode #43, Hanna Lee and Michael Anstendig of Hanna Lee Communications chat with Tara Cox, Executive Managing Editor, Rachael Ray In Season and the new Drew + Jonathan Reveal magazine.
At Rachael Ray In Season, Tara writes the “We Tried It” column, where she samples unusual foods and wacky gadgets. She is also a fan of Spam, the edible kind, and wrote the foreword to “The Ultimate Spam Cookbook.”
From diners to Delmonico’s, Tara levels the playing field between highbrow and lowbrow, celebrating truly delicious and authentic foods in any form. A 24-year veteran of magazine editing, she is also the author of “Airstream: The Silver RV” and will appear in “Alumination,” a documentary about the Airstream trailer community.
Tune in to this fearless and omnivorous journalist who shares her thoughts on:
1. Why she finds magazine writing so rewarding by making someone else's life a little bit better and expanding their horizons.
2. How Rachael Ray Every Day evolved into Rachael Ray In Season while maintaining its integrity and top quality journalism.
3. How the “We Tried It” column came about and some of the quirkier things she has sampled, like cricket cookies and a cocktail-making robot.
4. What differentiates Drew + Jonathan Reveal, the new magazine by the hosts of HGTV’s “Property Brothers,” from other home publications.
5. Why she thinks everyday, hardworking bar and restaurant workers are moving hospitality forward with their bravery, perseverance and creativity.
Connect with Tara via IG at @misscox.
For more information on our agency, please visit www.hannaleecommunications.com. For a chance to win our agency's new book, "The Japanese Art of the Cocktail," please email [email protected] and share your favorite pitching tip from the show.
Connect with hosts Hanna Lee (@hannaleeny), Michael Anstendig (@michaelanstendig) and our agency (@hannaleepr) on IG.
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FAQ
How many episodes does Hospitality Forward have?
Hospitality Forward currently has 94 episodes available.
What topics does Hospitality Forward cover?
The podcast is about Bar, Writer, Places & Travel, Society & Culture, Bartender, Media, Restaurant, Hospitality, Hotel, Journalism, Chef, Podcasts, Business and Travel.
What is the most popular episode on Hospitality Forward?
The episode title 'Episode #86: Jennifer Kester, VP & Executive Editor, Forbes Travel Guide' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Hospitality Forward?
The average episode length on Hospitality Forward is 28 minutes.
How often are episodes of Hospitality Forward released?
Episodes of Hospitality Forward are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of Hospitality Forward?
The first episode of Hospitality Forward was released on Aug 3, 2020.
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