The Hospitality AF Podcast

The Hospitality AF Podcast: Authentic. Frictionless. Unapologetic AF. This isn't another polite industry panel. This is your wake-up call. Hosted by Kenneth Scharlatt—Founder & Executive Director of Savage Orchid Hospitality—The Hospitality AF Podcast rips the curtain off outdated operations, beige branding, fake culture, and tech that serves no one. Each episode features bold conversations with the real ones: hotel rebels, F&B disruptors, tech innovators, private club renegades, consultants, recruiters, and execs who are DONE playing it safe. We're diving deep into what actually drives revenue, guest loyalty, and real culture—from frictionless systems to authentic storytelling to leadership that doesn't suck. If you're tired of legacy playbooks, lifeless experiences, and half-ass excuses… Welcome to your new favorite mic. Because the future of hospitality? It's faster, smarter, bolder—and way less filtered. THIS IS THE HOSPITALITY AF PODCAST!