<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0" xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:psc="http://podlove.org/simple-chapters" xmlns:podcast="https://podcastindex.org/namespace/1.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[The Weekly Run]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p><b>The Weekly Run</b> is a behind-the-scenes look at how Jeff’s Bagel Run is built, one week at a time. Hosted by Jeff and Aaron, the show breaks down the real work behind <b>Bake Fresh, Bring Joy, and Build Community</b>, with honest conversations about growth, culture, and the decisions that shape the brand.</p>]]></description><link>www.jeffsbagelrun.com</link><generator>Riverside.fm (https://riverside.com)</generator><lastBuildDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 00:41:31 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://api.riverside.com/hosting/RhxgNr2x.rss" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><author><![CDATA[Jeff Perera]]></author><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2026 17:39:47 GMT</pubDate><copyright><![CDATA[2026 Jeff Perera]]></copyright><language><![CDATA[en]]></language><ttl>60</ttl><category><![CDATA[Society & Culture]]></category><category><![CDATA[Business]]></category><itunes:author>Jeff Perera</itunes:author><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;The Weekly Run&lt;/b&gt; is a behind-the-scenes look at how Jeff’s Bagel Run is built, one week at a time. Hosted by Jeff and Aaron, the show breaks down the real work behind &lt;b&gt;Bake Fresh, Bring Joy, and Build Community&lt;/b&gt;, with honest conversations about growth, culture, and the decisions that shape the brand.&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:type>episodic</itunes:type><itunes:owner><itunes:name>Jeff Perera</itunes:name><itunes:email>jeff@jeffsbagelrun.com</itunes:email></itunes:owner><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:category text="Society &amp; Culture"/><itunes:category text="Business"/><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/08e095b8-82fd-49e8-abd8-96cbb5a487d4/logos/31ceaea9-e8f0-41f6-a6de-d60ddc197afe.png"/><item><title><![CDATA[The Freshness Debate | #19]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The conversation covers the hot bagel lineup, the distinction between scratch-made and frozen pastries, and the anticipation of the National Restaurant Association restaurant show and flavor trends. The Bagel of the Day lineup is a highlight, along with the discussion on consumer perception of scratch-made products. The upcoming restaurant show is also a point of interest, focusing on flavor trends and innovation in the industry.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Bagel of the Day lineup is hot</li><li>Scratch-made vs. frozen, thawed, and serve pastries</li><li>National Restaurant Association restaurant show and flavor trends</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Hot Bagel Lineup</li><li>06:00 Ice Cream Summer and Flavor Trends</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">e07461e7-d474-4e71-b0f9-335bbffb1f48</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jeff Perera]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/71bb5d0ac82dd96a4e9fdc5126a29e64ac6b803cf76e11907d66a17399739681/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJlMDc0NjFlNy1kNDc0LTRlNzEtYjBmOS0zMzViYmZmYjFmNDgiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiIwOGUwOTViOC04MmZkLTQ5ZTgtYWJkOC05NmNiYjVhNDg3ZDQiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTY3NmQwMjAzNDJhYTc1NGFjZmQyZDMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmEwNjJlNDM3ODc5NjJhNmY1ZGZiZjRiL2plZmYtcGVyZXJhcy1zdHVkaW8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi01LTE0X18yMi0xOS0xNS5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="54674957" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/08e095b8-82fd-49e8-abd8-96cbb5a487d4/episodes/e07461e7-d474-4e71-b0f9-335bbffb1f48/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The conversation covers the hot bagel lineup, the distinction between scratch-made and frozen pastries, and the anticipation of the National Restaurant Association restaurant show and flavor trends. The Bagel of the Day lineup is a highlight, along with the discussion on consumer perception of scratch-made products. The upcoming restaurant show is also a point of interest, focusing on flavor trends and innovation in the industry.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Bagel of the Day lineup is hot&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Scratch-made vs. frozen, thawed, and serve pastries&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;National Restaurant Association restaurant show and flavor trends&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;00:00 Hot Bagel Lineup&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;06:00 Ice Cream Summer and Flavor Trends&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:28:29</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/08e095b8-82fd-49e8-abd8-96cbb5a487d4/logos/31ceaea9-e8f0-41f6-a6de-d60ddc197afe.png"/><itunes:title>The Freshness Debate | #19</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Don't Forget Mom! | #18]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The conversation covers various topics related to Jeff's Bagel Run, including the recent Au-Dough-Mation incident, the end of pimento and peach season, the upcoming Ice Cream Summer LTO, the process of menu creation and innovation, the significance of catering during special events, and the unique experience of Mother's Day at Jeff's Bagel Run. Additionally, the conversation delves into the challenges of handling a surge in catering orders and the humorous experiences of confused dads on Mother's Day. The conversation explores the concept of 'sauce generation' and the evolving preferences of Gen Z for flavor variety. It also delves into menu innovation, flavor experimentation, and the partnership with a syrup supplier. The discussion highlights the joy of creating and enjoying new flavor combinations.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Innovation drives guest visits and adds another reason for customers to visit Jeff's Bagel Run.</li><li>Catering plays a significant role during special events such as Nurses Week, Teacher Appreciation Week, and Mother's Day, contributing to a surge in orders.</li><li>The unique experience of Mother's Day at Jeff's Bagel Run involves helping confused dads with their orders and providing a delightful experience for moms.</li><li>The process of menu creation and innovation involves ideation, creative brainstorming, and collaboration to bring new and fresh offerings to the menu. Sauce generation: Gen Z's preference for a variety of sauces and flavors</li><li>Menu innovation: Experimentation with flavor combinations and the joy of creating new products</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Au-Dough-Mation Incident</li><li>05:45 Menu Creation and Innovation</li><li>12:42 Mother's Day at Jeff's Bagel Run</li><li>20:09 Menu Innovation and Flavor Variety</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">aedefd2e-97fc-466f-9bdd-4faefd0dc01a</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jeff Perera]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 07:30:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/0cd9f4f1007ff9c4e4a81632e4fa7b2cd81a848ffa503b129e929d9681484d8e/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJhZWRlZmQyZS05N2ZjLTQ2NmYtOWJkZC00ZmFlZmQwZGMwMWEiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiIwOGUwOTViOC04MmZkLTQ5ZTgtYWJkOC05NmNiYjVhNDg3ZDQiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTY3NmQwMjAzNDJhYTc1NGFjZmQyZDMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjlmZDJkMGRkZjQxYTQ1YmIzNWM3NTY2L2plZmYtcGVyZXJhcy1zdHVkaW8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi01LThfXzItMjMtNDEubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="63371852" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/08e095b8-82fd-49e8-abd8-96cbb5a487d4/episodes/aedefd2e-97fc-466f-9bdd-4faefd0dc01a/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The conversation covers various topics related to Jeff&apos;s Bagel Run, including the recent Au-Dough-Mation incident, the end of pimento and peach season, the upcoming Ice Cream Summer LTO, the process of menu creation and innovation, the significance of catering during special events, and the unique experience of Mother&apos;s Day at Jeff&apos;s Bagel Run. Additionally, the conversation delves into the challenges of handling a surge in catering orders and the humorous experiences of confused dads on Mother&apos;s Day. The conversation explores the concept of &apos;sauce generation&apos; and the evolving preferences of Gen Z for flavor variety. It also delves into menu innovation, flavor experimentation, and the partnership with a syrup supplier. The discussion highlights the joy of creating and enjoying new flavor combinations.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Innovation drives guest visits and adds another reason for customers to visit Jeff&apos;s Bagel Run.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Catering plays a significant role during special events such as Nurses Week, Teacher Appreciation Week, and Mother&apos;s Day, contributing to a surge in orders.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The unique experience of Mother&apos;s Day at Jeff&apos;s Bagel Run involves helping confused dads with their orders and providing a delightful experience for moms.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The process of menu creation and innovation involves ideation, creative brainstorming, and collaboration to bring new and fresh offerings to the menu. Sauce generation: Gen Z&apos;s preference for a variety of sauces and flavors&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Menu innovation: Experimentation with flavor combinations and the joy of creating new products&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;00:00 Au-Dough-Mation Incident&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;05:45 Menu Creation and Innovation&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;12:42 Mother&apos;s Day at Jeff&apos;s Bagel Run&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;20:09 Menu Innovation and Flavor Variety&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:33:00</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/08e095b8-82fd-49e8-abd8-96cbb5a487d4/logos/31ceaea9-e8f0-41f6-a6de-d60ddc197afe.png"/><itunes:title>Don&apos;t Forget Mom! | #18</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Show & Tell | #17]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The conversation covers a range of topics including nostalgia, the teach-in experience, the peach and pimento LTF, the analog renaissance, the value of imperfection, freshness and experience, and the value of inefficiency. The themes of analog renaissance and the value of imperfection emerge as key takeaways from the discussion. The conversation delves into the resurgence of analog experiences, particularly the return of records and the nostalgia for the past. It also explores the unique lifestyle and community of The Villages, retirement plans, and the concept of 'half back' for retirees seeking a change in location.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Analog renaissance</li><li>Value of imperfection Nostalgia for the past</li><li>Analog experiences making a comeback</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Nostalgia and Show-and-Tell</li><li>06:01 Peach and Pimento LTF</li><li>11:58 The Value of Imperfection</li><li>16:54 Nostalgia and the Value of Inefficiency</li><li>24:07 The Villages Community</li><li>29:07 Every Day is Saturday</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">07cd9e6e-98d9-4bf3-bd3c-9322832acc6d</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jeff Perera]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 07:30:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/ba25c43cc8284cfca2532e4730e402b4d233f7e6eacfd8c930df632f8e8a6012/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiIwN2NkOWU2ZS05OGQ5LTRiZjMtYmQzYy05MzIyODMyYWNjNmQiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiIwOGUwOTViOC04MmZkLTQ5ZTgtYWJkOC05NmNiYjVhNDg3ZDQiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTY3NmQwMjAzNDJhYTc1NGFjZmQyZDMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjlmM2VkM2ZmMjU4OGY1OGIwMzEwMjg5L2plZmYtcGVyZXJhcy1zdHVkaW8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi01LTFfXzItMS0zLm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="62836028" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/08e095b8-82fd-49e8-abd8-96cbb5a487d4/episodes/07cd9e6e-98d9-4bf3-bd3c-9322832acc6d/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The conversation covers a range of topics including nostalgia, the teach-in experience, the peach and pimento LTF, the analog renaissance, the value of imperfection, freshness and experience, and the value of inefficiency. The themes of analog renaissance and the value of imperfection emerge as key takeaways from the discussion. The conversation delves into the resurgence of analog experiences, particularly the return of records and the nostalgia for the past. It also explores the unique lifestyle and community of The Villages, retirement plans, and the concept of &apos;half back&apos; for retirees seeking a change in location.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Analog renaissance&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Value of imperfection Nostalgia for the past&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Analog experiences making a comeback&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;00:00 Nostalgia and Show-and-Tell&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;06:01 Peach and Pimento LTF&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;11:58 The Value of Imperfection&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;16:54 Nostalgia and the Value of Inefficiency&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;24:07 The Villages Community&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;29:07 Every Day is Saturday&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:32:44</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/08e095b8-82fd-49e8-abd8-96cbb5a487d4/logos/31ceaea9-e8f0-41f6-a6de-d60ddc197afe.png"/><itunes:title>Show &amp; Tell | #17</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Finally, PICKLE BALL | #16]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The conversation covers the experience at the Restaurant Leadership Conference, the impact of lower-level conversations, the pickleball saga, the bagel activation and brand awareness, the importance of real-life experiences, and reflections on the event and future plans.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Real-life experiences create a lasting impact</li><li>Building brand awareness through non-traditional methods</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 The Restaurant Leadership Conference Experience</li><li>13:01 The Importance of Real-Life Experiences</li><li>29:35 Reflections on the Event and Future Plans</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">f3b67769-97c6-4e26-9454-afabfff6c0dc</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jeff Perera]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 01:55:22 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/3bca417603cbb02546869233266ae5bc9b1327abc89c9915a52c538f082be8e9/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJmM2I2Nzc2OS05N2M2LTRlMjYtOTQ1NC1hZmFiZmZmNmMwZGMiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiIwOGUwOTViOC04MmZkLTQ5ZTgtYWJkOC05NmNiYjVhNDg3ZDQiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTY3NmQwMjAzNDJhYTc1NGFjZmQyZDMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjllYWNiNjliZjRjMDcxYjE5NGM3MGYzL2plZmYtcGVyZXJhcy1zdHVkaW8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi00LTI0X18zLTQ2LTE2Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="58414856" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/08e095b8-82fd-49e8-abd8-96cbb5a487d4/episodes/f3b67769-97c6-4e26-9454-afabfff6c0dc/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The conversation covers the experience at the Restaurant Leadership Conference, the impact of lower-level conversations, the pickleball saga, the bagel activation and brand awareness, the importance of real-life experiences, and reflections on the event and future plans.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Real-life experiences create a lasting impact&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Building brand awareness through non-traditional methods&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;00:00 The Restaurant Leadership Conference Experience&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;13:01 The Importance of Real-Life Experiences&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;29:35 Reflections on the Event and Future Plans&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:30:25</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/08e095b8-82fd-49e8-abd8-96cbb5a487d4/episodes/f3b67769-97c6-4e26-9454-afabfff6c0dc/images/bcf9da94-5f6d-4dd2-a918-e4c15c214950.jpeg"/><itunes:title>Finally, PICKLE BALL | #16</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Built on a Bagel | #15]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The conversation delves into the evolution of the bagel business, the changing consumer preferences and trends, and the bagel's role as a platform for brand building. It explores the history of bagels, the impact of the COVID-19 era on the bagel business, and the emergence of a new wave of bagel businesses. The discussion also highlights the importance of meeting consumer demands and the value of specializing in a specific product.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Bagel business evolution</li><li>Consumer preferences and trends</li><li>The bagel as a platform for brand building</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 The Bagel Boom</li><li>14:14 The Bagel as a Platform</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">3d823f6b-e0c8-4711-8fe1-9017c6a57808</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jeff Perera]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/feea08e5a9a3c7e0ad89ddde6389410388fa6cbbfab101360b52816e57a050c1/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiIzZDgyM2Y2Yi1lMGM4LTQ3MTEtOGZlMS05MDE3YzZhNTc4MDgiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiIwOGUwOTViOC04MmZkLTQ5ZTgtYWJkOC05NmNiYjVhNDg3ZDQiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTY3NmQwMjAzNDJhYTc1NGFjZmQyZDMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjllMTcwYWM2MGRmYmE0ODBjYmM3ZTA2L2plZmYtcGVyZXJhcy1zdHVkaW8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi00LTE3X18xLTI4LTQ0Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="46631751" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/08e095b8-82fd-49e8-abd8-96cbb5a487d4/episodes/3d823f6b-e0c8-4711-8fe1-9017c6a57808/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The conversation delves into the evolution of the bagel business, the changing consumer preferences and trends, and the bagel&apos;s role as a platform for brand building. It explores the history of bagels, the impact of the COVID-19 era on the bagel business, and the emergence of a new wave of bagel businesses. The discussion also highlights the importance of meeting consumer demands and the value of specializing in a specific product.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Bagel business evolution&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Consumer preferences and trends&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The bagel as a platform for brand building&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;00:00 The Bagel Boom&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;14:14 The Bagel as a Platform&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:32:23</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/08e095b8-82fd-49e8-abd8-96cbb5a487d4/logos/31ceaea9-e8f0-41f6-a6de-d60ddc197afe.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>15</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Built on a Bagel | #15</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Ritual of Welcome | #14]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The conversation delves into the impact of Bagel Madness and the unexpected victory of Banana Bread, followed by the introduction of the Spring LTO: Peach and Pimento Program. The discussion then shifts to the new Bagel of the Week, Cheddar Bacon Ranch, and concludes with a reflection on the significance of breakfast in morning rituals.</p><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Bagel Madness: The Underdog Champion</li><li>07:11 New Bagel of the Week: Cheddar Bacon Ranch</li><li>17:38 The Role of Breakfast in Morning Rituals</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">fcf21f77-c587-4e3e-8652-80c6b68f5c2c</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jeff Perera]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 10:34:34 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/4146aee58772593ca00004eafabb243b3563fca7a7342db944bad5a99caa161f/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJmY2YyMWY3Ny1jNTg3LTRlM2UtODY1Mi04MGM2YjY4ZjVjMmMiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiIwOGUwOTViOC04MmZkLTQ5ZTgtYWJkOC05NmNiYjVhNDg3ZDQiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTY3NmQwMjAzNDJhYTc1NGFjZmQyZDMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjlkOGNmODBkZGY5N2RjOThiNGFkNGJlL2plZmYtcGVyZXJhcy1zdHVkaW8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi00LTEwX18xMi0yMi01Ni5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="45221138" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/08e095b8-82fd-49e8-abd8-96cbb5a487d4/episodes/fcf21f77-c587-4e3e-8652-80c6b68f5c2c/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The conversation delves into the impact of Bagel Madness and the unexpected victory of Banana Bread, followed by the introduction of the Spring LTO: Peach and Pimento Program. The discussion then shifts to the new Bagel of the Week, Cheddar Bacon Ranch, and concludes with a reflection on the significance of breakfast in morning rituals.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;00:00 Bagel Madness: The Underdog Champion&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;07:11 New Bagel of the Week: Cheddar Bacon Ranch&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;17:38 The Role of Breakfast in Morning Rituals&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:31:24</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/08e095b8-82fd-49e8-abd8-96cbb5a487d4/logos/31ceaea9-e8f0-41f6-a6de-d60ddc197afe.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>14</itunes:episode><itunes:title>The Ritual of Welcome | #14</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[I'm a little Verklempt | #13]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The conversation with Glen Turchin revolves around the passion for coffee, the process of roasting and brewing, and the significance of coffee in the bagel shop experience. Glen shares his journey into the world of coffee, the nuances of different coffee processing methods, and the excitement for the future of coffee beverages. The conversation also delves into the importance of offering high-quality coffee in the bagel shop and the evolution of the coffee program. The conversation covers a range of topics related to coffee, including the process of making coffee, the evolution of the coffee industry, and the impact of coffee on consumer behavior. It also delves into the concept of specialty coffee and the influence of major coffee chains on the market. T</p><p></p><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 The Love Story of Coffee</li><li>07:24 Naturally Processed Coffee</li><li>15:09 Excitement for the Future of Coffee Beverages</li><li>23:32 Importance of High-Quality Coffee in the Bagel Shop</li><li>30:19 The Art of Making Coffee</li><li>46:53 Bagel Flavors and Bagel Madness</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">0cc6d204-c46a-4ff9-9d8c-19b966e691ff</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jeff Perera]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 10:22:42 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/44dab813e18b058ec0c1395e92909f81af868a9a2789b95561132b49a702e54b/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiIwY2M2ZDIwNC1jNDZhLTRmZjktOWQ4Yy0xOWI5NjZlNjkxZmYiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiIwOGUwOTViOC04MmZkLTQ5ZTgtYWJkOC05NmNiYjVhNDg3ZDQiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTY3NmQwMjAzNDJhYTc1NGFjZmQyZDMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjljZTQxOGE0OTEzYWQ4NThkZjczMTJlL2plZmYtcGVyZXJhcy1zdHVkaW8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi00LTJfXzEyLTE0LTM0Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="74131793" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/08e095b8-82fd-49e8-abd8-96cbb5a487d4/episodes/0cc6d204-c46a-4ff9-9d8c-19b966e691ff/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The conversation with Glen Turchin revolves around the passion for coffee, the process of roasting and brewing, and the significance of coffee in the bagel shop experience. Glen shares his journey into the world of coffee, the nuances of different coffee processing methods, and the excitement for the future of coffee beverages. The conversation also delves into the importance of offering high-quality coffee in the bagel shop and the evolution of the coffee program. The conversation covers a range of topics related to coffee, including the process of making coffee, the evolution of the coffee industry, and the impact of coffee on consumer behavior. It also delves into the concept of specialty coffee and the influence of major coffee chains on the market. T&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;00:00 The Love Story of Coffee&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;07:24 Naturally Processed Coffee&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;15:09 Excitement for the Future of Coffee Beverages&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;23:32 Importance of High-Quality Coffee in the Bagel Shop&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;30:19 The Art of Making Coffee&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;46:53 Bagel Flavors and Bagel Madness&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:51:29</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/08e095b8-82fd-49e8-abd8-96cbb5a487d4/logos/31ceaea9-e8f0-41f6-a6de-d60ddc197afe.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>13</itunes:episode><itunes:title>I&apos;m a little Verklempt | #13</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Did someone say Pickleball? | #12]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The conversation covers the excitement of a new store opening and its impact on the community, the brand's recognition and expansion strategy, and the growth and recognition of the brand within the industry. It also highlights the importance of community building and the brand's commitment to its core values.</p><p></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">5bc0c679-ff3b-4bbd-b899-0f51b5daaa66</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jeff Perera]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 05:01:21 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/e11bc98c8fb4747909e932499591456200955d3844cc89d4c048cfbe9383e6cf/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI1YmMwYzY3OS1mZjNiLTRiYmQtYjg5OS0wZjUxYjVkYWFhNjYiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiIwOGUwOTViOC04MmZkLTQ5ZTgtYWJkOC05NmNiYjVhNDg3ZDQiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTY3NmQwMjAzNDJhYTc1NGFjZmQyZDMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjljNGJjNDVjZDE0YTMxYmUzYTE1OWZmL2plZmYtcGVyZXJhcy1zdHVkaW8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi0zLTI2X181LTU1LTMzLm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="42048828" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/08e095b8-82fd-49e8-abd8-96cbb5a487d4/episodes/5bc0c679-ff3b-4bbd-b899-0f51b5daaa66/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The conversation covers the excitement of a new store opening and its impact on the community, the brand&apos;s recognition and expansion strategy, and the growth and recognition of the brand within the industry. It also highlights the importance of community building and the brand&apos;s commitment to its core values.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:29:12</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/08e095b8-82fd-49e8-abd8-96cbb5a487d4/logos/31ceaea9-e8f0-41f6-a6de-d60ddc197afe.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>12</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Did someone say Pickleball? | #12</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Banana Bread Bagel, 
A Cinderella Story | #11]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The conversation revolves around the engaging Bagel Madness event and the insights into franchising as a business growth strategy.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Bagel Madness is a highly engaging event</li><li>Franchising as a business growth strategy</li><li>Leveraging expertise</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Engagement and Future Events</li><li>20:20 Speed and Complexity in Operations</li><li>26:23 First Impressions and Validation</li><li>32:17 Brand Recognition and Community Connection</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">0ac1c3ec-290e-49d1-966e-5ecf2091474d</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jeff Perera]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/ca8e249ac224bf68740ff1dafef05c63d5d8711430ae60e20a38ea8cadaff639/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiIwYWMxYzNlYy0yOTBlLTQ5ZDEtOTY2ZS01ZWNmMjA5MTQ3NGQiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiIwOGUwOTViOC04MmZkLTQ5ZTgtYWJkOC05NmNiYjVhNDg3ZDQiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTY3NmQwMjAzNDJhYTc1NGFjZmQyZDMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjliYjY0NTVkZjhhMTRmOGY5NjU5YjQwL2plZmYtcGVyZXJhcy1zdHVkaW8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi0zLTE5X18zLTQ5LTU3Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="57687189" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/08e095b8-82fd-49e8-abd8-96cbb5a487d4/episodes/0ac1c3ec-290e-49d1-966e-5ecf2091474d/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The conversation revolves around the engaging Bagel Madness event and the insights into franchising as a business growth strategy.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Bagel Madness is a highly engaging event&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Franchising as a business growth strategy&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Leveraging expertise&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;00:00 Engagement and Future Events&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;20:20 Speed and Complexity in Operations&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;26:23 First Impressions and Validation&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;32:17 Brand Recognition and Community Connection&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:40:04</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/08e095b8-82fd-49e8-abd8-96cbb5a487d4/logos/31ceaea9-e8f0-41f6-a6de-d60ddc197afe.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>11</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Banana Bread Bagel, 
A Cinderella Story | #11</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Let The Madness Begin | #10]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Jeff and Aaron discuss Jeff's upcoming speaking engagement, Bagel Madness. They also share insights on public speaking and the process of preparing for a speaking engagement. A lighthearted and engaging conversation about bagel matchups and customer interactions at a local shop.</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">c4e1cdfe-d356-41e6-8274-1a468c0908d8</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jeff Perera]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/152a679826a5d97b09eeac260fc3a7b6e6899c5c27fc71c850c4cf9eea83a02e/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJjNGUxY2RmZS1kMzU2LTQxZTYtODI3NC0xYTQ2OGMwOTA4ZDgiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiIwOGUwOTViOC04MmZkLTQ5ZTgtYWJkOC05NmNiYjVhNDg3ZDQiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTY3NmQwMjAzNDJhYTc1NGFjZmQyZDMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjliMjIzYmM4ZmM3ZTMyOWM0YzUxMWYwL2plZmYtcGVyZXJhcy1zdHVkaW8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi0zLTEyX18zLTIzLTU2Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="50694941" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/08e095b8-82fd-49e8-abd8-96cbb5a487d4/episodes/c4e1cdfe-d356-41e6-8274-1a468c0908d8/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;Jeff and Aaron discuss Jeff&apos;s upcoming speaking engagement, Bagel Madness. They also share insights on public speaking and the process of preparing for a speaking engagement. A lighthearted and engaging conversation about bagel matchups and customer interactions at a local shop.&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:35:12</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/08e095b8-82fd-49e8-abd8-96cbb5a487d4/logos/31ceaea9-e8f0-41f6-a6de-d60ddc197afe.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>10</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Let The Madness Begin | #10</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Beach Towns and Bagel Madness | #9]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>We talk beach towns, the ongoing bagel wars, and unveil the <b>new and improved bagel madness</b>—because the bagel world never sits still. Expect salty air, strong opinions, and a few fresh ideas coming out of the oven.</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">3df8dc78-8e6f-4d92-8610-ce9bd2fc59e1</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jeff Perera]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 09:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/ee1c0813b809e5717653ce6eba72de7f31e2094fe3cbbcbc67030db70f1964c4/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiIzZGY4ZGM3OC04ZTZmLTRkOTItODYxMC1jZTliZDJmYzU5ZTEiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiIwOGUwOTViOC04MmZkLTQ5ZTgtYWJkOC05NmNiYjVhNDg3ZDQiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTY3NmQwMjAzNDJhYTc1NGFjZmQyZDMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjlhOGYwZjIyYzZhYTg2M2Q2YTk5NDRlL2plZmYtcGVyZXJhcy1zdHVkaW8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi0zLTVfXzMtNTYtNTAubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="64132120" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/08e095b8-82fd-49e8-abd8-96cbb5a487d4/episodes/3df8dc78-8e6f-4d92-8610-ce9bd2fc59e1/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;We talk beach towns, the ongoing bagel wars, and unveil the &lt;b&gt;new and improved bagel madness&lt;/b&gt;—because the bagel world never sits still. Expect salty air, strong opinions, and a few fresh ideas coming out of the oven.&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:44:32</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/08e095b8-82fd-49e8-abd8-96cbb5a487d4/logos/31ceaea9-e8f0-41f6-a6de-d60ddc197afe.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>9</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Beach Towns and Bagel Madness | #9</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Grand Openings | #8]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The conversation begins with an introduction and the discussion of new store openings, highlighting the challenges and excitement of the process. The Joy Report and customer reviews are then explored, emphasizing the impact of customer testimonials and the significance of customer feedback. The conversation delves into the impact of customer feedback on the business and the culture and mission of the company. The conversation revolves around finding joy in everyday moments, creativity, and collaboration in the workplace, as well as the exploration of new bagel creations and the art of bagel pairing. It also highlights the joy of mascot races and fun at work, emphasizing the importance of celebrating the little things and fostering a creative and joyful work environment.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Community Connection</li><li>Customer Experience Joy in the Little Things</li><li>Bagel Creativity</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction and Weekly Run</li><li>09:30 Joy Report and Customer Reviews</li><li>18:38 Impact of Customer Feedback</li><li>25:18 The Joy of Creativity and Collaboration in the Workplace</li><li>32:32 The Art of Bagel Pairing and Creativity</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">40059b11-772c-41e6-bf17-688e20a252cd</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jeff Perera]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 14:28:46 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/03900c9d304c729dab55eef552f0932f830a1a6045ec384e4ffcac376e066f27/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI0MDA1OWIxMS03NzJjLTQxZTYtYmYxNy02ODhlMjBhMjUyY2QiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiIwOGUwOTViOC04MmZkLTQ5ZTgtYWJkOC05NmNiYjVhNDg3ZDQiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTY3NmQwMjAzNDJhYTc1NGFjZmQyZDMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjlhMDRlYjNhNWE3YzUwNTVmZTliNmUxL2plZmYtcGVyZXJhcy1zdHVkaW8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi0yLTI2X18xNC00Ni0yNy5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="55072854" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The conversation begins with an introduction and the discussion of new store openings, highlighting the challenges and excitement of the process. The Joy Report and customer reviews are then explored, emphasizing the impact of customer testimonials and the significance of customer feedback. The conversation delves into the impact of customer feedback on the business and the culture and mission of the company. The conversation revolves around finding joy in everyday moments, creativity, and collaboration in the workplace, as well as the exploration of new bagel creations and the art of bagel pairing. It also highlights the joy of mascot races and fun at work, emphasizing the importance of celebrating the little things and fostering a creative and joyful work environment.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Community Connection&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Customer Experience Joy in the Little Things&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Bagel Creativity&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;00:00 Introduction and Weekly Run&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;09:30 Joy Report and Customer Reviews&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;18:38 Impact of Customer Feedback&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;25:18 The Joy of Creativity and Collaboration in the Workplace&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;32:32 The Art of Bagel Pairing and Creativity&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:38:15</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/08e095b8-82fd-49e8-abd8-96cbb5a487d4/logos/31ceaea9-e8f0-41f6-a6de-d60ddc197afe.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>8</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Grand Openings | #8</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Danielle Interview (Part 2) 
The Long Game]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>In Part 2, Danielle moves past the highlight reel and into the real work of building.</p><p></p><p>We talk about:</p><ul><li>Growing a company while raising a family</li><li>Roles evolving faster than you expect</li><li>Quiet imposter syndrome</li><li>The constant pressure to innovate without losing the heart</li></ul><p></p><p>We get honest about the operational chaos of running a bagel shop, the emotional weight founders carry home, and how an unplanned journey somehow became a brand built on community.</p><p></p><p>This one’s about growth.<br />About legacy.<br />About building something that lasts — without missing the moment you’re in.</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">6fd9584e-0e33-4e1d-b5c2-b69d1f064bb5</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jeff Perera]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 09:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/ed263ef1f4c2f8a27c60301b72eb94c69b4ef52cc879ed403337f3de0ab6579d/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI2ZmQ5NTg0ZS0wZTMzLTRlMWQtYjVjMi1iNjlkMWYwNjRiYjUiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiIwOGUwOTViOC04MmZkLTQ5ZTgtYWJkOC05NmNiYjVhNDg3ZDQiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTY3NmQwMjAzNDJhYTc1NGFjZmQyZDMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjk5Yjk3OWRmOGQxNGMwZjIzZWFlYWQ4L2plZmYtcGVyZXJhcy1zdHVkaW8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi0yLTIzX18wLTU2LTEzLm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="48589680" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;In Part 2, Danielle moves past the highlight reel and into the real work of building.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We talk about:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Growing a company while raising a family&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Roles evolving faster than you expect&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Quiet imposter syndrome&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The constant pressure to innovate without losing the heart&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We get honest about the operational chaos of running a bagel shop, the emotional weight founders carry home, and how an unplanned journey somehow became a brand built on community.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This one’s about growth.&lt;br /&gt;About legacy.&lt;br /&gt;About building something that lasts — without missing the moment you’re in.&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:33:45</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/08e095b8-82fd-49e8-abd8-96cbb5a487d4/logos/31ceaea9-e8f0-41f6-a6de-d60ddc197afe.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>7</itunes:episode><itunes:title>The Danielle Interview (Part 2) 
The Long Game</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Danielle Interview (Part 1)
The Rise of 'Mother Bagel']]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The conversation delves into the journey of building Jeff's Bagel Run from the beginning, the pivotal moments that led to its growth, the rise of 'Mother Bagel,' the excitement of franchising and, the joy of developing people.</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">8861c8ca-3ccd-4573-8647-982f0f76cbec</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jeff Perera]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/634b4ec8568bd59a9a945a75f00395076acb4f624fda9026d446f0dbfa463497/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI4ODYxYzhjYS0zY2NkLTQ1NzMtODY0Ny05ODJmMGY3NmNiZWMiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiIwOGUwOTViOC04MmZkLTQ5ZTgtYWJkOC05NmNiYjVhNDg3ZDQiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTY3NmQwMjAzNDJhYTc1NGFjZmQyZDMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjk5NjdmOWJiMDc0NDc0MTRhOTBiZGJiL2plZmYtcGVyZXJhcy1zdHVkaW8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi0yLTE5X180LTEyLTI3Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="39784952" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The conversation delves into the journey of building Jeff&apos;s Bagel Run from the beginning, the pivotal moments that led to its growth, the rise of &apos;Mother Bagel,&apos; the excitement of franchising and, the joy of developing people.&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:27:38</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/08e095b8-82fd-49e8-abd8-96cbb5a487d4/logos/31ceaea9-e8f0-41f6-a6de-d60ddc197afe.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>6</itunes:episode><itunes:title>The Danielle Interview (Part 1)
The Rise of &apos;Mother Bagel&apos;</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Proof, Planes, and Charcuterie | #5]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The conversation covers a range of topics including baking at altitude, Valentine's Day celebrations, office culture, and the impact of customer encounters. The speakers reflect on the startup experience, brand consistency, and the joy of connecting with customers. The segment 'Joy Report' is introduced to share impactful customer encounters and grounding moments.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Baking at altitude presents unique challenges and requires adjustments in the dough rising process.</li><li>Valentine's Day celebrations vary, and the speakers share their personal approaches to the holiday.</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction and AI-Generated Music</li><li>05:28 Gourmet Cheese Bagels and Charcuterie Board Week</li><li>11:22 Baking at Altitude and Dough Quality</li><li>17:28 Valentine's Day Celebration</li><li>23:19 Startup Experience and Trauma Bonding</li><li>29:33 Joyful Customer Encounter</li><li>37:05 Upcoming Store Openings and Releases</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">d9fd51dd-16ff-492f-bc32-92116fced534</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jeff Perera]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 10:50:32 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/c5a205d9244ea9d89792572e48a86be270aee186c436144fb7fb647507853aab/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJkOWZkNTFkZC0xNmZmLTQ5MmYtYmMzMi05MjExNmZjZWQ1MzQiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiIwOGUwOTViOC04MmZkLTQ5ZTgtYWJkOC05NmNiYjVhNDg3ZDQiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTY3NmQwMjAzNDJhYTc1NGFjZmQyZDMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjk4Y2Q4YjlmM2U3ODllNDkyZTg4NmYyL2plZmYtcGVyZXJhcy1zdHVkaW8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi0yLTExX18yMC0zMC0xLm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="52701145" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The conversation covers a range of topics including baking at altitude, Valentine&apos;s Day celebrations, office culture, and the impact of customer encounters. The speakers reflect on the startup experience, brand consistency, and the joy of connecting with customers. The segment &apos;Joy Report&apos; is introduced to share impactful customer encounters and grounding moments.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Baking at altitude presents unique challenges and requires adjustments in the dough rising process.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Valentine&apos;s Day celebrations vary, and the speakers share their personal approaches to the holiday.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;00:00 Introduction and AI-Generated Music&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;05:28 Gourmet Cheese Bagels and Charcuterie Board Week&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;11:22 Baking at Altitude and Dough Quality&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;17:28 Valentine&apos;s Day Celebration&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;23:19 Startup Experience and Trauma Bonding&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;29:33 Joyful Customer Encounter&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;37:05 Upcoming Store Openings and Releases&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:36:36</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/08e095b8-82fd-49e8-abd8-96cbb5a487d4/logos/31ceaea9-e8f0-41f6-a6de-d60ddc197afe.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>5</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Proof, Planes, and Charcuterie | #5</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vegas, Pirates, and Shower Curtains! | #4]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>This is a wild ride. We talk about the Vegas opening and what it takes to bring the bagel energy to a new city, then detour into pirate Jeff. We even try to unravel the eternal mystery of why shower curtains stick to your leg. Business, laughs, and a little chaos in one quick episode.</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">b9d01c68-7658-4ecb-9d2b-6ac59484bb5d</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jeff Perera]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2026 08:15:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/1216e9e99ab86013d985f7fb6f90c22ebdfdea025dc354cf05e6ddc52e7d34d4/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJiOWQwMWM2OC03NjU4LTRlY2ItOWQyYi02YWM1OTQ4NGJiNWQiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiIwOGUwOTViOC04MmZkLTQ5ZTgtYWJkOC05NmNiYjVhNDg3ZDQiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTY3NmQwMjAzNDJhYTc1NGFjZmQyZDMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjk4NDJjNGVmODU0ZGMzNzA3M2NmMmFmL2plZmYtcGVyZXJhcy1zdHVkaW8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi0yLTVfXzYtMzYtMTQubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="46597896" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;This is a wild ride. We talk about the Vegas opening and what it takes to bring the bagel energy to a new city, then detour into pirate Jeff. We even try to unravel the eternal mystery of why shower curtains stick to your leg. Business, laughs, and a little chaos in one quick episode.&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:32:22</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/08e095b8-82fd-49e8-abd8-96cbb5a487d4/logos/31ceaea9-e8f0-41f6-a6de-d60ddc197afe.png"/><itunes:title>Vegas, Pirates, and Shower Curtains! | #4</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[She wants bagels, not roses | #3]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>We talk being a tech company, new store openings, Valentine’s Day behind the scenes, and how Super Bowl weekend shows up at Jeff’s Bagel Run.</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">46823c2f-5a3b-4f0a-a1c6-9d4773e1d99a</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jeff Perera]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/b2f07fa29856759121d5c89b1a6af817d99e66ac7f52a7abb7664a9ab73d4c25/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI0NjgyM2MyZi01YTNiLTRmMGEtYTFjNi05ZDQ3NzNlMWQ5OWEiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiIwOGUwOTViOC04MmZkLTQ5ZTgtYWJkOC05NmNiYjVhNDg3ZDQiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTY3NmQwMjAzNDJhYTc1NGFjZmQyZDMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjk3YWRhMDBkNGQxNzBmYzkzYjU3OWQ3L2plZmYtcGVyZXJhcy1zdHVkaW8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi0xLTI5X180LTU0LTQwLm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="37110450" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;We talk being a tech company, new store openings, Valentine’s Day behind the scenes, and how Super Bowl weekend shows up at Jeff’s Bagel Run.&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:50:54</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/08e095b8-82fd-49e8-abd8-96cbb5a487d4/logos/31ceaea9-e8f0-41f6-a6de-d60ddc197afe.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>3</itunes:episode><itunes:title>She wants bagels, not roses | #3</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pizza, for breakfast? | #2]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Jeff and Aaron break down National Bagel Day, jump into Pizza Week, and talk through what’s coming next. From celebrating the wins to planning ahead, this episode is all about momentum and what 2026 has in store for Jeff’s Bagel Run.</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">add329f2-7ff2-45f5-af6a-6ca6e66539d2</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jeff Perera]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2026 13:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/1b179c805cbbcf722fe4949904e7fa60baff4faf6ca22b82167c545875b0e9b6/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJhZGQzMjlmMi03ZmYyLTQ1ZjUtYWY2YS02Y2E2ZTY2NTM5ZDIiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiIwOGUwOTViOC04MmZkLTQ5ZTgtYWJkOC05NmNiYjVhNDg3ZDQiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTY3NmQwMjAzNDJhYTc1NGFjZmQyZDMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjk3MDE1YWRiNjc0YzE1ZjAzNzI3ZmJiL2plZmYtcGVyZXJhcy1zdHVkaW8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi0xLTIxX18wLTU0LTIxLm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="33766443" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;Jeff and Aaron break down National Bagel Day, jump into Pizza Week, and talk through what’s coming next. From celebrating the wins to planning ahead, this episode is all about momentum and what 2026 has in store for Jeff’s Bagel Run.&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:47:24</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/08e095b8-82fd-49e8-abd8-96cbb5a487d4/logos/31ceaea9-e8f0-41f6-a6de-d60ddc197afe.png"/><itunes:title>Pizza, for breakfast? | #2</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[It's National Bagel Day! | #1]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>It's National Bagel Day! We are talking innovation, joy, and pride-in-ownership.</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">e0c7773a-2fdd-4f2a-94ce-5435f6a59180</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jeff Perera]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2026 20:01:43 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/6cd981490170b320e3a57943e30e855c6953c624f91bd9fe4561088779e86e78/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJlMGM3NzczYS0yZmRkLTRmMmEtOTRjZS01NDM1ZjZhNTkxODAiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiIwOGUwOTViOC04MmZkLTQ5ZTgtYWJkOC05NmNiYjVhNDg3ZDQiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTY3NmQwMjAzNDJhYTc1NGFjZmQyZDMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjk2N2QxZDE2ODQ0YjQyZDEwYTY5MmYwL2plZmYtcGVyZXJhcy1zdHVkaW8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi0xLTE0X18xOC0yNi00MS5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="27351544" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;It&apos;s National Bagel Day! 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