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Happy Monday to all of you and thank you for the incredible support since the start of the year!

We've got a pretty philosophical one for you today, courtesy of my friend and neighbor, Philip Wood. You might recognize the company Sound Made Public from a previous episode; indeed, I met Philip through his lovely wife Tania (fan favorite guest on Episode 3 of this very podcast)!

True to his last name, Philip Wood started his first business as a craftsman, building and selling chests of drawers as a teenager, progressing from a small station in his garage to a massive workshop with dozens of employees! Since then, he's designed works for the likes of Uber, Cappellini, Cassina, Nicole Hollis, Levi’s, and other clients, extending his reach from branding and visual identity to space, furniture, and object design. He is also the founder of CITIZEN:Citizen, whose products are included in the permanent collections of whichever MoMA you prefer – New York or San Francisco.

If you attend a cultural event developed by Philip, he likely didn’t just create the strategy but also branded the initiative, re-architected the space, programmed the content, hosted the talk, and built the bench you sat on.

I always walk away from my conversations with Philip carrying a constellation of fresh perspectives. I know you'll enjoy listening to his brilliant mind at work as much as I do!

Produced by Nathan Peers and Ramzi Budayr.

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Happy New Year neighbors!

We are thrilled to welcome our dear friend and very first vendor-partner at Dolores Deluxe, Joshua Champarathy, to the podcast!

Joshua is the creator and owner/operator of Sinwise Farms, a company producing hand-crafted chai and coffee beverages made with fresh, sustainably-grown ingredients from Joshua's family farm in Southern India. We talk at length about Joshua's beginnings, from liquor store ice-bagger to data scientist to entrepreneur.

I've always admired Joshua's genuine curiosity and knack for GREAT questions, and while this was meant to be a traditional interview where the host does the questioning, he turned the tables on me and got me thinking about my journey from a completely different perspective (he truly broke my brain in the best way)! I really look forward to having him back next year!

Come by Dolores Deluxe, or your local Bay Area grocery store for a taste of his delicious canned chai + coffee. Until then, thanks for listening and see you soon!

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Good afternoon neighbors! Hope you had a lovely holiday weekend and are gearing up for a festive end to 2024!

Today's podcast features one of my favorite creators in the Bay Area: Chef Amelia Eudailey of the popular Swedish hot dog pop-up. Chef Hej Hej!

It took recording this podcast for me to realize that Amelia actually debuted her concept at Dolores Deluxe - a genuine shock to me given how professional, beautiful and delicious her food was from day one! She's since been slinging hot dogs around the Bay Area, including a stint at Woods Outbound, and a forthcoming month-long residency at Smorgasburg in the Arts District in Los Angeles.

I've always admired Amelia's creativity and can-do spirit, and those traits are definitely on display throughout our discussion. I am super excited to see how her venture continues to evolve in 2025, and can't wait to have her back at DD!

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Good morning neighbors, and happy holidays!

We are honored to welcome renowned chefs C-Y Chia (they/them) & Shane Stanbridge (he/him), founders of the beloved Lion Dance Café, to the podcast this week!

The shape and scope of Lion Dance Café has evolved many times since its inception in 2013 - from pop ups throughout the Bay Area, to their years operating out of a loft apartment, to a brick-and-mortar opened at the height of the pandemic - and all the way back around. Over their decade-plus in the Bay, they've built a huge following, in part because of their Michelin & James Beard recognition, but largely due to their perseverance, authenticity, and commitment to giving back to the food & beverage community.

We recently hosted Lion Dance Café at Dolores Deluxe, and the turnout was a sight to behold! Watching them work through the line, I was taken aback by their professionalism, grace and generosity. I am so grateful for their time and insights, and look forward to having them back on our corner, if not for another episode, then at least for another pop up!

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Hey there, neighbors! We are so excited to share our interview with Amesia Doles, owner/operator of the STUNNING plant shop Botanic Panic on 18th & Valencia (located in the heart of the Mission District)!

Amesia launched her venture at the height of the pandemic, using government loans to purchase and outfit a vintage van for use as a nomadic "brick and mortar." She recently transitioned into the side space within Fellow Barber, operating her nursery seven days a week.

We talk about the impact that ONE sale can make on a tiny business, and what our hopes + fears are for the coming years in the Mission.

Many thanks to Amesia for sharing her passion with us on the podcast, and for curating such a beautiful collection of plants for all of us to enjoy!

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Hey gang! We are honored to welcome Ken Turner, owner of neighborhood staple and revered sandwich shop, Turner's Kitchen! A native Californian, Ken began his culinary career at the beloved Zuni Café, where he had the incredible opportunity to work with the talented Judy Rogers. He quickly blossomed from a young oyster shucker into the Chef de Cuisine, where he worked closely with both Chef Judy and the current owner, Gilbert Pilgram.

Ken opened Turner's Kitchen in November of 2015. Over the last 9 years, Ken has grown Turner's into a destination for delicious, creative, and beautiful food.

On a personal and professional note, as the owner of a neighboring sandwich business, I can't express how grateful I am to Ken for his time, transparency and insight. He so obviously embodies the value of community over competition, and our conversation gave me a sneak peek into what a potential future for my business could look like.

Turner's Kitchen is located at 3505 17th St B (between Guerrero + Dolores). Pay them a visit in person, and check out their website for online ordering, private events, and catering!

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Tania Ketenjian is the co-founder and editor in chief of SOUND MADE PUBLIC, a creative agency based in San Francisco that believes what we hear changes the way we see the world. SOUND MADE PUBLIC was founded in 2017 with Philip Wood and has since produced podcasts, sound installations and public art projects with MoMA, LACMA, USPS and many others. Tania’s passion lies in the art of the interview and she has interviewed a wide range of artists and thinkers from filmmaker Lena Dunham to spiritual leader His Holiness the Dalai Lama, believing that everyone has a story to share and, as the legendary David Isay has said, listening is an act of love.

Tania and I met through Dolores Deluxe, but our connection spans multiple generations and countries. As you'll soon hear, Tania absolutely embodies and radiates love, and every conversation with her leaves me feeling inspired and ready to tackle life's next challenge.

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Cathay Bi is a chef, writer, musician, political activist, mother of 2, and one of the leading minds in the San Francisco small business community. Many of you may have met her during her chapter as the owner of Dumpling Club (a beloved restaurant just a few blocks down from Dolores Deluxe that closed in 2023). We recorded this episode on November 6th - the day after the general election - so the results were definitely front of mind. It made for a deeply genuine and vulnerable discussion - one that highlights just how important it is to pool our resources and help each other face an uncertain future.

Produced by Nathan Peers and Ramzi Budayr.