Restaurant Events, LLC has announced a new multi-year partnership with Walk-In Talk Media, naming the popular Walk-In Talk Podcast as the official podcast of the trade show management company’s four foodservice trade shows: the Pizza Tomorrow Summit, the Florida Restaurant Show, the California Restaurant Show and the New York Restaurant Show.
Hosted by Carl Fiadini, the Walk-In Talk Podcast is the No. 1 food podcast on the Apple Charts and a finalist for the 2024 People’s Choice Podcast Awards. With over 3.7 million downloads and strong industry credibility, the podcast is uniquely positioned to elevate the onsite and post-show experience for exhibitors and attendees alike, according to a press release.
“We are excited to partner with Carl and his team at Walk-In Talk Media and bring their highly popular podcast to our trade shows,” said Glenn Celentano, CEO and partner of Restaurant Events, LLC. “The Walk-In Talk Podcast has built a loyal following among food industry professionals and enthusiasts alike, making it the perfect platform to deliver behind-the-scenes coverage, exhibitor interviews and insights from our industry-leading events.”
As the official podcast partner, Walk-In Talk Media will deliver exclusive broadcast-quality audio and video content from each of the regional events, offering a unique perspective on the innovations and trends shaping the restaurant and hospitality industries. Podcast episodes will include interviews with exhibitors, VIP guests and key industry voices—capturing the energy and excitement of these trade shows and extending it far beyond the convention floor.
“Awesome is the only word to describe this partnership,” said Paul Pedrow, vice president of sales at Restaurant Events, LLC. “This collaboration offers our exhibiting clients a high-ROI, content-rich solution that bridges the gap between in-person lead generation and digital branding. And let’s be honest—it’s also pretty cool to be featured on one of the most listened-to food podcasts in the world.”
The first Walk-In Talk Podcast episode featuring a Restaurant Events, LLC show will debut at the California Restaurant Show taking place in Anaheim, California, August 3 through 5. The podcast will offer audiences an inside look at these industry-leading events and provide exhibitors with unprecedented visibility.
“We are honored to partner with Restaurant Events, LLC and be the official podcast of their impressive portfolio of trade shows,” said Carl Fiadini, founder of Walk-In Talk Media. “This collaboration allows us to bring our listeners closer than ever to the heart of the foodservice industry.”
The Pizza Tomorrow Summit takes place in conjunction with the Florida Restaurant Show November 11-13 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando. The New York Restaurant Show follows on March 8 through 10, 2026, at the Javits Center in New York.
