Oprah & Will Guidara, The Remarkable Power of Giving People More Than They Expect

Harpo

November 4, 2025

Show Notes

Oprah talks with world-renowned restaurateur Will Guidara about his New York Times bestselling book, Unreasonable Hospitality that has sold over 1 million copies. Will’s abiding belief is that focusing on providing excellent service to others can transform not only your business, but your entire life. Recorded with a live audience in New York City, this episode also features Will’s longtime friend and mentor, Chef Daniel Boulud of New York’s legendary restaurant Daniel. Presented by Walmart, this podcast is an invitation to use your unique gifts and talent to elevate the lives of those around you. You can find Will’s book, Unreasonable Hospitality, at Walmart.com. Will’s upcoming book Unreasonable Hospitality: The Field Guide is also available for preorder.

BUY THE BOOK!

Unreasonable Hospitality: The Remarkable Power of Giving People More Than They Expect, published by Optimism Press and written by Will Guidara, is available wherever books are sold. Unreasonable Hospitality: The Field Guide is available for preorder.

Unreasonable Hospitality: https://www.walmart.com/ip/Unreasonable-Hospitality-The-Remarkable-Power-of-Giving-People-More-Than-They-Expect-Hardcover-9780593418574/319309554

- Welcome Will Guidara, author of ‘Unreasonable Hospitality’

- Handling last place at the World’s 50 Best Restaurants

- Setting the goal to become No. 1

- Will’s first fine dining experience

- The impact we have on others

- Living with intention

- The nobility of service

- Meeting Chef Daniel Boulud

- Taking his father to Daniel’s after his mother’s passing

- Chef Daniel Boulud

- What Chef Boulud learned from Will