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The Golf Hour Hosted by Will Doctor12/28/2024 The Charlie Epps Golf HourBest of 2024: Will Doctor and Charlie Epps recap the best interviews of 2024 including legendary PGA golfers such as Sergio Garcia, Tom Hoge, and personalities such as PGA commentator Arlo white and business owner Johnny Carrabba.
2024-12-2849 min
The Roger Igo PodcastEp. 8 Against All Odds: A Dinner with Johnny CarrabbaIn this episode, Roger Igo shares a remarkable story of how a chance dinner with famed chef Johnny Carrabba turned the tide during one of the most challenging times in his career. Listen in as Roger recounts the desperate moments, the unexpected meeting, and the incredible outcome that followed.
2024-07-1433 min
#liveandcreate129 Jeremy Nathan (Singer Songwriter)Imagine if John Prine had an emo phase or if Chris Carrabba met Johnny Cash — that’s the sound of Jeremy Nathan. Drawing inspiration from alt-country artists Jason Isbell & Ruston Kelly, Jeremy combines confessional lyrics, moody vocals reminiscent of Bright Eyes and folk instrumentation into emotive and resonant songs. Seasoned from years touring in the emo scene and grounded in his south central Kansas roots, Jeremy has seamlessly found a home in the alt-country scene. Sharing the stage with emo icons Aaron Gillespie (Underoath/The Almost), The Spill Canvas, All Get Out and Real Friends, Jeremy is building a home...
2024-06-2556 min
Hope In The Face of CancerFinding Family: Houston LegendsHouston media icon speaks with notable Houstonians about their cancer journey, including Donna Lewis, breast cancer survivor and CanCare volunteer, Rosie Carrabba, breast cancer survivor who was Donna’s CanCare client, and Johnny Carrabba, Rosie’s son and CanCare supporter.Mentioned Resources:CanCare- www.cancare.orgAbout the Guests:Donna Lewis, co-owner, Tootsies, and CanCare VolunteerRosie Carabba, matron of Carrabbas Restaurants, and breast cancer survivorJohnny Carrabba, Founder of Johnny Carrabba Family of Restaurants and Rosie’s son About the Host:Shelb...
2024-06-1837 min
Corner Booth PodcastEpisode 69: Johnny Carrabba (re-visit)Johnny Carrabba’s legendary restaurant, Carrabba’s Italian Grill is turning 37 years old and is receiving the gift of reinvestment from its owner and creator. Redesigned private dining rooms, enhanced ambiance, and updated background music are just a few of the ways Johnny is refreshing the interior of his landmark original Carrabba’s on Kirby in Houston, Texas. "I have been blessed with a very strong customer base and an incredibly loyal staff," says Johnny. "Half of my staff have been with me for over 15 years and we are serving the children and grandchildren of many of our original guests...
2023-10-1043 min
The Golf Hour Hosted by Will Doctor10/07/23 The Charlie Epps Golf Hour with special guest Johnny Carrabba
2023-10-0744 min
The Golf Hour Hosted by Will Doctor10/07/23 The Charlie Epps Golf Hour with special guest Johnny Carrabba
2023-10-0744 min
Building Texas BusinessEp031: Johnny Carrabba's Keys to Success in HospitalityAs we celebrate the One Year Anniversary of the Building Texas Business podcast, we are taking it back to Episode 1 with Houston legend, Johnny Carrabba. Johnny is the founder of The Original Carrabba’s Restaurant on Kirby Drive in Houston, Texas and the inspiration for the nationwide chain of restaurants. Johnny talks about his passion for culture, humility, and good old fashioned courtesy as he shares his ups and downs with the evolution of the restaurant industry and his original vision for expansion. Johnny believes the keys to success are in the Carrabba's fundamentals: food, service, cleanliness, energy and en...
2022-06-2943 min
Building Texas BusinessEp031: Johnny Carrabba's Keys to Success in HospitalityAs we celebrate the One Year Anniversary of the Building Texas Business podcast, we are taking it back to Episode 1 with Houston legend, Johnny Carrabba. Johnny is the founder of The Original Carrabba’s Restaurant on Kirby Drive in Houston, Texas and the inspiration for the nationwide chain of restaurants.
Johnny talks about his passion for culture, humility, and good old fashioned courtesy as he shares his ups and downs with the evolution of the restaurant industry and his original vision for expansion.
Johnny believes the keys to success are in the Carrabba's fundamentals: food, se...
2022-06-2943 min
The Big TablePerson of Interest - Coach Burt Interviews Johnny Carrabba of Carrabba's Italian GrillPerson of Interest - Coach Burt Interviews Johnny Carrabba of Carrabba's Italian Grill
2021-08-2623 min
Building Texas BusinessEp001: Johnny Carrabba's Keys to Success in HospitalityToday, on the first episode of the Building Texas Business podcast we're talking with Johnny Carrabba, founder of The Original Carrabba’s Restaurant on Kirby Drive in Houston, Texas. Johnny talks about his passion for culture, humility, and good old fashioned courtesy, and he shares his ups and downs with the evolution of the restaurant industry and his original vision for expansion. Johnny believes the keys to success are in the Carrabba's fundamentals: food, service, cleanliness, energy and enthusiasm. Listen in to hear how Johnny compares running a restaurant to coaching a football team and find out if he re...
2021-06-2843 min
Building Texas BusinessEp001: Johnny Carrabba's Keys to Success in HospitalityToday, on the first episode of the Building Texas Business podcast we're talking with Johnny Carrabba, founder of The Original Carrabba’s Restaurant on Kirby Drive in Houston, Texas.
Johnny talks about his passion for culture, humility, and good old fashioned courtesy, and he shares his ups and downs with the evolution of the restaurant industry and his original vision for expansion.
Johnny believes the keys to success are in the Carrabba's fundamentals: food, service, cleanliness, energy and enthusiasm.
Listen in to hear how Johnny compares running a restaurant to coaching a football te...
2021-06-2843 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 120 - Chris Carrabba (Dashboard Confessional)Screaming Infidelities. Emo god, influential songwriter and the beautiful human that is, Chris Carrabba, is our guest on Episode 120 of Sappenin' Podcast! Now celebrating over two decades of Dashboard Confessional, our emo lord and savior takes time to not only look back at his legendary career, but his new passion for life, music and the scene that's embraced him. In this conversation we discuss Chris' recovery from his horrible motorcycle accident last summer, having to re-learn guitar, readjusting his priorities, connecting with people through music, sitting on a secret album, the innocence of his early records, Further Seems Forever...
2021-03-121h 07
Understanding the Human ConditionFamily, Food And Gratitude With Johnny Carrabba [Episode 10]Celebrity Restaurateur Johnny has a heartfelt, candid discussion with Dr. Flowers and Robin regarding his life journey, his love for food and family, the trials and tribulations of success, his beautiful (and well written) new cookbook entitled With Gratitude and how passionate he feels about his employees. Johnny’s wit, humor, and charm are a definite “like, comment, and share” for this week’s episode of “Understanding the Human Condition.”Key Takeaways:04:08 – Why Johnny thinks everyone should work in the restaurant business08:19 – Johnny shares his experience at Sam Houston10:31 – Why the best teachers are the ones who don...
2020-10-2233 min
Restaurant Unstoppable with Eric Cacciatore713: Monte Silva on Applying the Right Pressure on Your TeamMonte Silva has over 40 years of experience in the restaurant industry. He has worked for Wolfgang Puck, Acme Feed & Seed, Fleming's Steakhouse & Wine Bar, Merchants, Bound'ry, Watermark, Piatti Italian Restaurant, and Jeff Ruby Culinary Entertainment. He has 20 years in management as Director of Restaurants, Director of Operations, General Manager, Regional Training Manager, Chef, Wine Director, Service Manager, and Bar Manager. Monte has also worked as a Regional Sales Manager for a Wine Importer in Los Angeles, and consulted at Vine Street Wine & Spirits and Premiere Liquors, as well as for restaurant groups. Check out episode 642 with Johnny...
2020-05-111h 29
Basic Nerd ExperienceOur Beef with Working in the Food IndustryIn the season 1 finale, Amy, Andres, Brandon, Elliot, Gaby, and Johnny Boi gather around the nerd roundtable to talk about their own personal experiences in the food industry. During the episode, Amy talks to the BNE fanbase on how to properly order at Carrabba's while Gaby divulges into why people need to read the signs before ordering. With no experience in the food industry, Johnny Boi gives relatable advice on how to order at a Taco Bell drive thru late at night. So, sit back, relax and enjoy the season finale of the Basic Nerd Experience. --- Send in...
2020-03-0342 minRestaurant Unstoppable with Eric Cacciatore643: Damian Mandola on Attention to DetailDamian's 40+ years of experience started with "Damian's Fine Italian Food"- a restaurant he started as a college senior in 1975. Damian's experience took him from his first restaurant to becoming a fixture in the Houston restaurant scene, first with D'Amico's, then Damian's Cucina Italiana, then to the national scene with Carrabba's; a restaurant he founded with nephew Johnny Carrabba. Moving to the Austin area, the Mandola's have promoted Italian culture and cuisine in Texas by opening Mandola's Italian Kitchen and Trattoria Lisina, totaling 4 locations. Show notes… Favorite success quote or mantra: "It's all about the details, respect, and ha...
2019-08-221h 10Restaurant Unstoppable with Eric Cacciatore642: Johnny Carrabba on Community, Family, and Enthusiasm After attending college at St. Thomas University in Houston, Johnny began working in the local restaurants owned by members of his family. In 1986 he opened Carrabba's with his uncle, Damian Mandola. In 1993 they entered a partnership with Outback Steakhouse Inc., now Bloomin' Brands. At one point the partnership grew the brand to 247 locations Carrabba currently owns 3 Mia's Table and Grace's on Kirby as well as the two local locations of Carrabba's The Original. Show notes… Favorite success quote or mantra: "Give for the sake of giving, not for the sake of gaining." In to...
2019-08-1958 min
The Recipe: Celebrity SecretsEpisode- 143- Short Story Johnny CarrabbaJoin us again for this special throwback Thursday shorty story with Johnny Carrabba. Go check out Ep. no.2 to hear the full episode!
2019-07-1108 minThe Recipe: Celebrity SecretsEpisode 121- Rat Pack- Johnny Carrabba, Dimitri Fetokakis, Arturo Boda, & Ziggy GruberThe four stars who helped pave the way to the hottest food scene in the U.S., Johnny Carrabba, Dimitri Fetokakis, Ziggy Gruber, and Arturo Boda join us in studio to tell us all about the evolving food scene of Houston and what inspired them.
2019-02-091h 40
The Recipe: Celebrity SecretsJohnny Carrabba of Carrabba's Italian Grill: Never forget where you come fromCarrabba’s Italian Grill is one of the most successful restaurant chains across the United States. But how did it get its start? They say you should never mix business and family, but when did what everyone else says stop Johnny Carrabba? A young Sicilian boy making his mark on the restaurant scene, he kept his family and friends close by, working and living side by side everyday. And 25+ years later, he is a restaurant mogul. Tune in to find out just how he did it, and the secrets behind his ongoing success today.
2017-09-1539 min
The Michael Berry ShowThe Michael Berry Show: AM 2/7/17A Dallas teacher is fired after it became public that she did porn nearly 2 decades ago; Why Trump is right to want to end the Johnson Amendment; and Michael speaks to Johnny Carrabba of Carrabba's Italian Grill
2017-02-071h 46