The Post Shift Podcast with Shawn Soole18 Heinä 2025

The Dead Rabbit Playbook: Jack McGarry on Vision, Systems, and Growth

In this live episode, Shawn Soole is joined by acclaimed bartender and entrepreneur Jack McGarry, co-founder of the world-renowned Dead Rabbit, to unpack what it really takes to build—and sustain—one of the world’s most celebrated bar brands. From Belfast to New York, Jack shares hard-won lessons on leadership, creativity, mental health, and legacy.

🧠 What You’ll Learn:

Jack’s personal and professional journey from Ireland to global acclaim
The vision and challenges behind launching Dead Rabbit
How Irish culture and storytelling are at the core of his venues
The evolution of bar leadership and creating a sustainable career
Live Q&A with honest insights on ownership, burnout, and bouncing back

📌 Timestamp Highlights:

00:03:00 – Jack’s beginnings in hospitality and early mentors
00:16:00 – Opening Dead Rabbit and defining the mission
00:32:30 – Scaling vision without losing soul
00:47:45 – Audience questions: team culture, leadership, and resilience
01:05:00 – What’s next for Jack: Irish Exit, McGarry’s, and beyond

🎯 Who It’s For:
Bartenders, bar owners, hospitality leaders, and entrepreneurs seeking raw, practical insight into what it takes to lead with purpose, build enduring brands, and navigate the highs and lows of the industry.

🔗 Follow Jack McGarry:
Instagram: @jackmcgarry1

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