On This Episode
Podcast Milestones and Global Reach: Alex Koons celebrates the success of the PIE 2 PIE Pizza Podcast, highlighting 89 episodes, with nearly 100 episodes on the horizon. The show has reached over 60 countries, with notable mentions of listeners from Canada, Poland, Singapore, and Argentina, reflecting the growing international audience.
Memorable Guest Episodes: Alex shares standout episodes, including the inspiring story of Ronin Pizza, which featured the challenges and triumphs of a married couple running a successful pizzeria. Other noteworthy guests include Michael from Fine Folk Pizza and Ryan from Sanctuary Pizza, whose episodes offered valuable insights on managing a team, personal growth, and supporting communities.
Hidden Gems in Pizza Industry Stories: Alex discusses episodes that stood out for their unique perspectives, like Yukon Pizza’s story of family legacy and growth from a backyard operation to a brick-and-mortar in Las Vegas. Similarly, Fat Amano and Ryan from Sanctuary Pizza both shared transformative experiences in their pizza journeys.
Hot Takes and Controversial Opinions: Alex delivers a controversial hot take, challenging the claim that New Haven, Connecticut, is the pizza capital of the U.S. His bold opinion, “all pizza is good pizza,” stirs debate, offering a fun moment in the podcast, especially with the input from industry veterans.
Future Plans and Exciting Collaborations: Alex hints at the upcoming exciting collaborations for 2025, teasing new sponsors, projects, and even potential international podcasting trips to cities like London and China. The episode wraps up with a focus on continuing to create authentic content and exploring the ever-evolving pizza scene globally.
