I love conversations that make you want to show up for people. This is one of them.
Today’s guest is Danni Eickenhorst, the heartbeat behind Hustle Hospitality and some of St. Louis’ most beloved spots: Steve’s Hot Dogs, Steve’s Meltdown,The Fountain on Locust, and The Stardust Room.
Danni and I talk about what it really means to be “a neighborhood place”: paying people with dignity, creating spaces where everyone belongs, and showing up when a tornado rips through the block. You’ll hear how Feed the People began with one donated meal and grew into thousands, why catering and gift cards can literally keep doors open, and how abundance (not fear) guides her leadership.
I walked away reminded that hope is both feeling and practice—served hot, with community at the center.
In this episode you’ll learn
Simple, concrete ways to help local restaurants & the Delmar Maker District
Why transparency with your team builds real loyalty
How to turn a business into a neighborhood’s rally point
What it looks like to believe it gets better—and act like it
Take a next step
Book catering from a local restaurant, buy a gift card you’ll use later, or say yes to that neighborhood event invite. Little things add up.
Connect with Danni at Hustl Hospitality Group and on LinkedIn.
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New episodes drop every Monday, so you can begin your week with a little light and a lot of hope.
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xo, Danielle
