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EPISODE · Apr 11, 2025 · 30 MIN

Pizza Story Podcast Episode 15: Professor Pizza

from Pizza Story Podcast · host Erica D'Arcangelo

Get ready for an inspiring conversation with the one and only Professor Pizza, Tony Scardino! 🍕 From his Italian-American roots to becoming a pizza champion, Tony shares his incredible journey through the world of dough, sauce, and cheese.Hear how a passion for pizza took hold in Chicago, his transformative experience learning from Tony Gemignani, and the resilience it took to launch his own pizzeria, navigating food halls and even the pandemic! We dive into the story behind Professor Pizza's current success in Old Town and the exciting news – his brand new slice shop is officially opening this April 🎉!Tony also recounts his amazing achievements at the Pizza Expo and offers crucial advice for anyone dreaming of entering the pizza game. This is a story packed with passion, hard work, and a whole lot of love for pizza, creating great slices against all odds ♥️!In this episode, you'll learn about:✅ Tony's early life and introduction to the food industry.✅ His pivotal moments that led him to focus on pizza.✅ The impact of learning from Tony Gemignani.✅ The challenges and triumphs of launching Professor Pizza.✅ Tony's success in the World Pizza Champions and Pizza Expo.✅ Essential advice for aspiring pizza entrepreneurs.✅ The official opening of his new slice shop this April!Follow Professor Pizza:Instagram: @professorpizza🔥 Get ready for his slice shop, officially opening in April! Follow him for all the details.Love pizza? Subscribe for more amazing stories! 👍🎙 Full Episode:YouTube: https://youtu.be/U4dBJ_byk8M #pizza #pizzatower #pizzatime #pizzareview #pizzastop #goodpizzagreatpizza #pizzaoven #homemadepizza #sourdoughpizza #neapolitanpizza #pepperonipizza #professorpizza

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