Hospitality & Politics with Andrew Rigie
Hospitality & Politics with Andrew Rigie
Podcast Description
Hospitality & Politics is where the worlds of restaurants, nightlife, and policy collide. Hosted by Andrew Rigie, Executive Director of the NYC Hospitality Alliance, listen as he dives deep into the intersections of business, politics, and everyday life. Join Andrew as he sits down with restaurateurs, nightlife operators, elected officials, and influential thought-leaders to explore the real stories, challenges, and innovations shaping the hospitality industry and beyond.
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This podcast focuses on the intersection of hospitality and political issues, covering topics such as liquor licensing, outdoor dining regulations, tourism strategies, and the evolving state of the restaurant industry. For instance, episodes include discussions on the impact of Prohibition laws with experts like Robert and Max Bookman, and the role of tourism funding in NYC’s economy featuring Julie Coker.
Hospitality & Politics is where the worlds of restaurants, nightlife, and policy collide. Hosted by Andrew Rigie, Executive Director of the NYC Hospitality Alliance, listen as he dives deep into the intersections of business, politics, and everyday life. Join Andrew as he sits down with restaurateurs, nightlife operators, elected officials, and influential thought-leaders to explore the real stories, challenges, and innovations shaping the hospitality industry and beyond.
In this episode, renown experts Robert and Max Bookman join us to break down the complexities of liquor licensing and outdoor dining regulations in New York City. They explore the legacy of Prohibition, the impact of zoning laws on dancing at bars and clubs, and the real-world challenges restaurant and nightlife operators face today. We dive into the 200- and 500-foot laws, navigating community board influence, and why late-night spots may be on the decline due to regulation in the ever-evolving NYC hospitality landscape.
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TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 – Welcome Rob and Max Bookman
01:19 – Prohibition and the Origins of Liquor Laws
07:41 – Modern Challenges in Liquor Licensing
13:41 – Temporary Permits and COVID-19 Changes
19:32 – What Is The 200-Foot Law: History and Impact
27:34 – How The 500-Foot Law is Different
32:01 – Navigating Community Board Approvals, Community Input
41:07 – Regulatory Reforms To Fix Old Laws
50:41 – Outdoor Dining: Challenges and Solutions
57:05 – Advice for Business Owners & Why The Alliance Is So Important
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