The British pub is more than just a place for a pint – it’s the heart of the community. But what does it take to keep pubs thriving in today’s ever-changing world?
In a brand new vodcast powered by SmartDispense®, Three Landlords Walk into a Bar, Jodie Kidd and Merlin Griffiths pull up a chair with publicans from some of the UK’s most unique and best-loved pubs for an unfiltered chat about the trade – how they’re adapting, innovating, and keeping punters coming back for more.
Episode 1
Beccy Webster, landlady of the Gedling Inn, joins us to chat about how her pub went viral after giving away a free pint for every Nottingham Forest goal, her experience as woman in a male dominated industry, and the importance of giving back to community.
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Episode 1
Beccy Webster, landlady of the Gedling Inn, joins us to chat about how her pub went viral.
Episode 2
Episode available: 21/05/2025
Episode 3
Episode available: 04/06/2025
Episode 4
Episode available: 18/06/2025
Episode 5
Episode available: 02/07/2025
Meet our hosts
Jodie Kidd
Renowned model, TV personality and owner of The Half Moon in Kirdford, West Sussex, joins us as the co-host of “Three Landlords Walk into a Bar” bringing a fresh perspective and a wealth of charisma to uncover the role the perfect pint really plays in the heart of the nation’s punters.
Merlin Griffiths
TVs favourite bartender and the landlord of The Dog and Gun in Leicestershire joins us as co-host of Three Landlords Walk into a Bar, fusing his decades-long hospitality experience and undeniable charm to help uncover what’s really at the heart of Britain’s pub culture.
Meet our guests
Beccy Webster, The Gedling Inn
Nottingham BNOC Beccy Webster found fame after offering free pints to punters for every Nottingham Forest goal in a match where they happened to score seven. 300 pints lighter, Beccy joins us to chat about social media success, what it’s like to be a woman in the industry, and the importance of giving back to the community.
Clement Ogbonnaya, The Prince of Peckham
The trailblazing landlord of beloved London haunts The Prince of Peckham and Queen of the South joins us to talk about his mission to put inclusivity at the heart of the British pub scene, and what it’s like being the founder of The Village People pub group.
Craig Couper, Atlas Hotels
Hospitality expert and Product Operations Manager at Atlas Hotels, Craig joins us to chat about leadership, enhancing efficiency across his venues, and his advice for future-proofing hospitality venues.
Mark Chalmers, The White Lion
The landlord of Stockport’s historic White Lion pub joins us to chat about running one of England’s most haunted pubs, and modernising heritage venues.
Jon Keats, The Cavern Club
The Director of Operations and Music at Liverpool’s iconic Cavern Club joins us to chat about the venue’s history, the future of live music venues, and the importance of customer experience.
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