The Podcast
On The DELO
Arizona Restaurant & Hospitality Stories
Real conversations with the chefs, restaurateurs, brewers, and creators shaping the industry, hosted by David “DELO” DeLorenzo.
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- Episodes
- 230+
- Apple Podcasts Rating
- 4.9
- New Episodes
- Weekly
The show’s promise
Get connected, stay protected, and keep growing.
About the Podcast
What it really takes to thrive in hospitality
On The DELO goes deep with the people building Arizona’s restaurants, bars, breweries, and brands. DELO, an entrepreneur, insurance expert, and connector of people, talks business with every guest, then goes further into health, mindset, and community.
- Restaurant openings and costs
- Finance, cash flow, and growth
- Bar culture and security
- Arizona’s beverage industry
- Health, mindset, and sobriety
- Community and connection
Recent Episodes
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EP 232
Building State Forty Eight: Brand, Business & the Next Chapter with Michael Spangenberg
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EP 230
Arizona Liquor Industry’s Next Chapter with Tom King & Craig Miller
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EP 229
From Bartender to Bar Owner with Whitney Wingfield
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EP 228
How to Scale a Restaurant Group Without Losing the Brand with POV Foods
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EP 209
From Small-Town Busboy to James Beard Finalist: Chef Kyle & Chula Seafood
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EP 205
Hospitality, Culture, and Immersive Cocktail Experiences with Barter & Shake
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Every episode is a real sit-down with someone doing the work: owners who opened their first spot, operators scaling a group, bartenders who became bar owners, and the partners who keep Arizona hospitality running. You hear what worked, what did not, and what they would do differently.
Hosted by an operator who insures the industry
DELO has owned 13 restaurants and has worked in hospitality for more than two decades. The same team that insures 600+ Arizona restaurants brings that perspective to every conversation, so the business lessons come with an eye for protecting what you build.
On The DELO podcast FAQs
Quick answers about the show, where to listen, and who you will hear.
What is the On The DELO podcast?
On The DELO: Arizona Restaurant & Hospitality Stories is a podcast hosted by David “DELO” DeLorenzo. It features conversations with chefs, restaurateurs, brewers, and creators shaping the hospitality industry, along with health, mindset, and community.
Who hosts On The DELO?
David “DELO” DeLorenzo hosts the show. He is an entrepreneur, insurance expert, and connector of people who has owned 13 restaurants and leads the team at Bar and Restaurant Insurance.
Where can I listen to or watch On The DELO?
You can listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts and watch full video episodes on YouTube.
How often are new episodes released?
New episodes come out weekly, and the show has more than 230 episodes.
Who are the guests on the show?
Guests include Arizona restaurant and bar owners, chefs, brewers, distillers, beverage brands, finance and marketing partners, and other hospitality leaders.
Is On The DELO only for Arizona listeners?
The stories are rooted in Arizona, but the lessons on opening, growing, staffing, financing, and protecting a hospitality business apply to owners and operators anywhere.