Walk In Social Club

Hannah Claire Le, Nick White, Alex Yost

5.0 (10)
MENTAL HEALTH
UPDATED WEEKLY

Welcome to The Walk-In Social Club Podcast! We explore health and wellness through the lens of hospitality, bars, and restaurants, sharing personal experiences and community questions. Every other Thursday, we feature special guests with insights from the hospitality world.

3D AGO

S2: The one where we interview Sequoia Del Hoyo

Walk-In Club is back, and this episode marks a milestone — our first interview with a new friend we didn’t know before hitting record. We’re sitting down with Sequoia del Hoyo, owner of Tarocco, to talk about her journey starting as a host at the Black Angus after dropping off résumés door-to-door for school credit, to finding herself in the kitchen playing the stabby game with Chef, to that lightbulb moment working on the floor, realizing that she could one day could too, own a restaurant herself. We get into the grind of learning every role in the building, outside the building, and what it takes to bet on yourself. (Fun fact: she also worked a hot dog stand outside Home Depot.) If you’ve ever wanted to own your own place and build it from the ground up, this one’s for you. 👉 If you enjoyed this episode, please rate, review, and share it with a friend. ➕ Follow us on Instagram @WALK.IN.CLUB and join the conversation! 📨 Questions? DM us on Instagram!

49 min
FEB 2

S2: The one where we interview Rachelle Merlo

Walk.In Club is back, and this episode we’re sitting down with Rachelle Merlot, co-founder of Dealers Choice Hospitality, talking her path from trying to break into hospitality to building the experience that shaped her career. We get into what it really looks like to start with little experience, the tough calls around where and who you work for when growth is the goal, and why speaking up for yourself is part of leveling up. We talk foundational bar skills — free pouring, counting, speed rack, building systems — and why opening teams can fast-track your development. If you’ve ever been hungry to learn, move up, and turn bar work into a real career, this one’s for you. 👉 If you enjoyed this episode, please rate, review, and share it with a friend. ➕ Follow us on Instagram @WALK.IN.CLUB and join the conversation! 📨 Questions? DM us on Instagram!

1h 16m
JAN 1

S2: The one where we interview William Tsui

Walk.In Club is back, and we’re kicking off the new season with Oakland native William Tsui, owner of Viridian in downtown Oakland, talking his path from bartending school to bar owner. We get into mentors who actually push you forward, why spreadsheets matter even if you don’t like them, and the real meaning of the 5-10 Rule (hint: it’s not just the area code). If you’ve ever wondered what’s next after bartending—or what a good pour cost should be—this one’s for you. 👉 If you enjoyed this episode, please rate, review, and share it with a friend. ➕ Follow us on Instagram @WALK.IN.CLUB and join the conversation! 📨 Questions? DM us on Instagram!

1h 20m
08/11/2025

The One where We Talk About Movement and How That Helps the Mental

In this episode, we start with life updates—Alex shares his climb up Mt. Shasta and what it taught him about persistence, while Hannah admits the elliptical goal didn’t happen this week (and reflects on what got in the way). Our main conversation focuses on the connection between physical health and mental health—especially how challenging that first phase can be before the benefits really kick in. We talk about the uphill battle of starting, why the payoff isn’t always immediate, and how consistency slowly transforms both your body and your mindset. From giving habits just a little more time to finding the right moments in your day, we share strategies that have helped us stick with movement until it becomes part of life’s rhythm. We reflect on the patience it takes to get there, the compounding benefits once you do, and the grace to keep going even when you miss a week. We close with an invitation: try building one small, consistent habit for yourself this week—and see what shifts. 👉 If you enjoyed this episode, please rate, review, and share it with a friend. ➕ Follow us on Instagram @WALK.IN.CLUB and join the conversation! 📨 Questions? DM us on Instagram!

35 min
07/21/2025

The One About Procrastination

In this episode, we start with life updates from the crew—Hannah’s committing to 15 minutes a day on the elliptical to rebuild routine, Ashley’s balancing new creative interests while staying playful, Alex shares how he’s adapting movement around recovery and setting sights on Hyrox training, and Nick’s staying consistent with his coach and building out a longer-term fitness plan. Our main conversation centers on procrastination: what it is, how it shows up, and what might be hiding underneath it. We talk about the difference between avoidance and bandwidth, how anxiety fuels delay, and the mental mountain tasks can become before we even begin. From habit stacking to reducing friction, we share tools that have helped us move forward—gently. We reflect on the role of distraction, instant gratification, and the overwhelming demands of modern life. We explore what it means to live with more intention, to simplify your systems, and to give yourself grace when your to-do list feels bigger than your capacity. We ask: what does workable success look like for you? 👉 If you enjoyed this episode, please rate, review, and share it with a friend. ➕ Follow us on Instagram @WALK.IN.CLUB and join the conversation! 📨 Questions? DM us on Instagram!

39 min
07/07/2025

The One Where We Talk About How Motivation Is a Spark

In this episode, we kick things off by sharing personal updates and talking about the realness of physical setbacks. From injury recovery to managing chronic pain, we dive into the tools, mindset shifts, and habits that help us move through difficult seasons. We reflect on how rest, space, and letting go of urgency can be part of goal-setting, too. Our main conversation explores the concept of motivation—how it often comes as a spark, but isn’t always reliable. So how do we build systems that support us when the spark is gone? We unpack routine vs. ritual, habit stacking, mindset shifts, and finding your own “why.” We also tap into a community question before closing the episode with a round of gratitude. 👉 If you enjoyed this episode, please rate, review, and share it with a friend. ➕ Follow us on Instagram @WALK.IN.CLUB and join the conversation! 📨 Questions? DM us on Instagram!

52 min
06/27/2025

Re-Release?!?!? Hamei Hamedi El Patio!!

As sad as we are, El Patio prepares to close its doors on July 3rd, we encourage you to show some love—stop by for one last visit, grab some food, drinks, a hat, and soak in the magic that is El Patio and listen in to this episode that shares the story of a place that has meant so much to the community, and will forever be a staple in the books. To Hamei and the entire crew: thank you for the countless memories, for building a space that felt like home, and for creating a true third place rooted in joy, celebration, and connection. #TheWalkInClub #ElPatio #CheersToElPatio #CommunitySpotlight #SupportLocal 👉 If you enjoyed this episode, please rate, review, and share it with a friend. ➕ Follow us on Instagram @WALK.IN.CLUB and join the conversation! 📨 Questions? DM us on Instagram!

58 min
05/29/2025

S1: The one where we interview Larry Piaskowy

Larry’s story is one of grit, curiosity, and deep care for the people around him. Raised in Chicago helping care for his Polish grandmother, he started working young and found pride in every role, no matter how small. His path led him from delivering prescriptions to executive chef at high end hotels, from his first catering gig in the Bay Area to building a waterfall at one of SF's legendary bars. He reflects on his transition into bartending through his culinary lens, making syrups and juices that helped bars thrive. Larry talks about designing kitchens and Walk-ins to opening his own restaurant from scratch, and why his first bar shift at Outsidelands was the shift that gave him 2 career paths in an industry he loves, and for that he feels gratitude. 👉 If you enjoyed this episode, please rate, review, and share it with a friend. ➕ Follow us on Instagram @WALK.IN.CLUB and join the conversation! 📨 Questions? DM us on Instagram!

1h 11m

5

out of 5

10 Ratings

Welcome to The Walk-In Social Club Podcast! We explore health and wellness through the lens of hospitality, bars, and restaurants, sharing personal experiences and community questions. Every other Thursday, we feature special guests with insights from the hospitality world.

Creator

Hannah Claire Le, Nick White, Alex Yost
Years Active

2025 - 2026
Episodes

28
Rating

Explicit
Copyright

© 2025 - Walk In Social Club
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Walk In Social Club