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June 22, 2026
How H&H Bagels is Scaling WITHOUT Private Equity
Guest

Jay Rushin
Owner of H&H Bagels
About the episode
Jay Rushin breaks down the rise of the bagel category, why H&H has taken a different path from venture-backed competitors, and how the brand is scaling its New York bagel model through franchising. He shares the story behind acquiring H&H, rebuilding the business, and creating a franchise model designed to bring authentic New York bagels across the country.






