Best Coffeeshop Podcasts (2024)

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A conversation with iconic designer Kees van der Westen 31:07

3h ago31:07

31:07

In today’s episode we’re speaking with one of the most innovative pioneers within the global coffee equipment market, Kees van der Westen. Since designing his first machine in 1984, Kees has been an industry trailblazer, known for an unwavering commitment to quality, boundary-pushing design and innovation. Today Kees focuses on research and develop…

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What that goat do (Slewfoot | Brom) 1:49:43

9d ago1:49:43

1:49:43

By William

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A conversation with Dutch coffee veteran, Hans Tietema, Kaldi Koffie & Thee 27:12

2d ago27:12

27:12

In today’s episode we’re speaking with Hans Tietema, Founder of the highly-respected Dutch retail and coffee bar chain Kaldi Koffie & Thee. With over 30 years of experience in the coffee industry, Hans has grown Kaldi from a single shop to a thriving franchise business with 25 sites across the Netherlands plus a recent partnership in Saudi Arabia. …

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David Monette: A new book on transcendence in life and music CC#420 54:31

9m ago54:31

54:31

Six years ago, the last time David Monette was our guest on Coffeeshop Conversations, we called him “Portland’s Stradivari” because the trumpets he designs and builds are the equivalent of a Stradivarius violin…and he makes them for some of the world’s greatest musicians at his shop out near the airport in Portland.He's back because he has a new bo…

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WWI Ghost Story (The Warm Hands of Ghosts | Katherine Arden) 2:03:03

18d ago2:03:03

2:03:03

By William

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Lo Steele: Singer, Composer, Actor, Daughter to LaRhonda and Mark / CC#419 37:57

1h ago37:57

37:57

Back in the Artichoke today with singer/actor Lo Steele, daughter of Portland’s LaRhonda and Mark Steele.Coming up soon…trumpet genius David Monette with his new book on transcendence, our National Editor Art Levine on UFO’s and (maybe) music, plus Adam East the talent buyer from the Alberta Rose Theater.But right now Lo Steele is sitting across fr…

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ROASTING A Fate Inked in Blood (Danielle L. Jensen) 1:57:15

23d ago1:57:15

1:57:15

By William

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The art and science of building wholesale coffee accounts 32:12

9h ago32:12

32:12

Today we’re rounding off our series on the business of coffee roasting by finding out how leading roasters establish and nurture their wholesale partnerships. We'll speak with Colin Morrison, Managing Director, Small Batch Coffee Roasters, Petr Kvasnička, Owner, Father's Coffee Roastery and Alex Spruce, Sales Director, Löfbergs UK, to understand ho…

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Does it stick the landing?? (Dune pt 2 | Movie vs Book) 1:34:52

30d ago1:34:52

1:34:52

By William

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Charm, Community, & Character: Building a Better Richmond with Terri Vela 45:14

27d ago45:14

45:14

Terri Vela, City Manager at City of Richmond Texas, joins the pod to discuss the coordination behind the scenes of Richmond’s charming city. From infrastructure to events, development to volunteering, no single day looks the same for Terri as she and her team work to build a better and more beautiful Richmond. Talking points include coordinating ev…

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169: The Coffeeshop Experience 37:20

19d ago37:20

37:20

Are you looking to transform your practice into a place where patients can unwind, feel at ease, and find escape from the daily grind? Take these tips on how to cultivate this inviting atmosphere and establish a practice that fosters long-lasting patient loyalty. To learn more about Dr. Jeff, his Pay it Forward mission, and coaching, visit www.mybi…

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Eddie Martinez: The Great Guitarist Talking Deep Music CC#418 48:16

6d ago48:16

48:16

I hardly know what to say. Eddie Martinez, one of the best known session guitarists in history just left the Café at Artichoke Music after nearly an hour of inspired conversation.Now look. I don’t mean to disparage the over four hundred other guests we’ve had on in ten years of OMN’s Coffeeshop Conversations but this one is at or near the top.It’s …

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Fostering connections across the coffee community - A conversation with Laughing Man Coffee 26:41

7d ago26:41

26:41

In this episode we’re speaking with David Steingard, CEO and co-founder of New York-based coffee business, Laughing Man. David founded Laughing Man in 2009 with his business partners, united by a vision to foster connection, positivity and community through coffee. The company has also set up a related charitable initiative The Laughing Man Foundat…

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15. J 1:40:28

1M ago1:40:28

1:40:28

What? It's the season finale already? Time flies. In this last episode of The Coffeeshop AU's 1st season, host J talks about their journey as a 3rd-culture, trans, nonbinary pansexual neurodivergent earthling & some of the surprising things that helped them make the decision to start their medical transition process. Also: a fun Q & A session! Also…

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Peter Dammann tells us about the 2024 Waterfront Blues Festival CC#417 45:56

16d ago45:56

45:56

Every year at this time, we get together with Peter Dammann, Artistic Director of the Waterfront Blues Festival and ace guitar slinger to find out who’s in the festival lineup.He's joining me in the Artichoke Music Café. Next week Lo Steele will be here and coming up guitarist Eddie Martinez and also OMN’s National Editor Art Levine will be talking…

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Nurturing relationships at origin - A conversation with La Cabra 28:56

23d ago28:56

28:56

Following on from our last episode on the world of green coffee, today we’re releasing the complete interview with John Gibson, Head Roaster at Danish specialty coffee and bakery chain, La Cabra. In this conversation, John walks us through La Cabra’s approach to sourcing green coffee, how he selects growers to work with and the importance of nurtur…

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Mixed Media, Motherhood & Making Art Thrive with Sarah Beth Baca 1:06:25

22d ago1:06:25

1:06:25

Sarah Beth Baca, local artist, author, community liaison and activist, talks about the seasons of her life and the impact art has had throughout. As a wife, mother, and full-time artist, Sarah has learned how to balance art with life and keep an open mind about the journey to making art a profitable and impactful career. From face-painting to expre…

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ROASTING The Stardust Thief (Chelsea Abdullah) 1:07:08

1M ago1:07:08

1:07:08

By William

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14. Iel 1:44:36

1M ago1:44:36

1:44:36

How to live a life as an Asexual human with ADHD! Friends Iel (like the gender-neutral French pronoun) & J talk about mental health, cats, and the importance of curiosity in learning. Featuring: Plain Water & Nix the Cat Find us on IG | @ the_coffeeshop_au Email us | hi@thecoffeeshopau.com - This episode was recorded in November of 2023. - Cary Elw…

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Introduction to green coffee sourcing 40:19

17d ago40:19

40:19

Today we’re continuing our series on the business of coffee roasting and exploring the world of green coffee supply. We'll speak with Jordan Hooper, Head of Green Coffee Trading, Sucafina and Line Cosmidis, Head of Specialty Sales, Falcon Coffees, to learn more about the green coffee supply chain, the role of the trader and how this has evolved in …

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JENNIFER CARRIZO: What does a talent buyer do? Coffeeshop Conversations @ Artichoke Music 38:05

18d ago38:05

38:05

As promised, with me in the Café at Artichoke Music is Jennifer Carrizo, Senior Talent Buyer for the Crystal Ballroom, the Mission Theater and the Spanish Ballroom in Tacoma, all part of McMenamin’s wonderfully funky empire.It’s hard to believe we haven’t had many from the venue management side of de bizz eh nezz. But here we are.What does a talent…

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Adapting ACOTAR into a videogame?!? 57:04

1M ago57:04

57:04

By William

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From Snack Shack to Morton Street Icon, Meet Sandy McGee 51:15

20d ago51:15

51:15

Sandy McGee, Restaurateur and Owner of Sandy McGee’s Restaurant & Bar, serves up tasty tales and delicious insights on what it’s like to feed Fort Bend. From in-home catering to a little house in Rosenberg to a remodeled restaurant mecca in Historic Downtown Richmond, Sandy has seen it all and still has more cooking up for us to look forward to. Ta…

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168: The Business of Wellness: A Bootcamp of Great Strategies 1:01:37

1M ago1:01:37

1:01:37

Tune in to this conversation with Dr. Jeff, Dr. Dane Donohue, and Dr. Justin Nye to hear the Top 5 Keys to Success in the wellness business. During this conversation, the three share insights for achieving success in this competitive industry. Listen to gain valuable tips and inspiration to elevate your career in wellness. To connect with Dr. Dane …

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13. Sarah / part 2 1:01:26

2M ago1:01:26

1:01:26

Teen Wolf, Korean Jesus, James Baldwin, and Fate. We dare you to find a show that mentions all of the above within the same eipisode. We DARE YOU! Featuring: Mocha & Gentle Breeze Capsule Coffee Find us on IG | @ the_coffeeshop_au Email us | hi@thecoffeeshopau.com - This episode was recorded in December of 2023. - J has no reaction to Sarah mention…

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ROASTING Butcher & Blackbird w/Swell 1:37:42

2M ago1:37:42

1:37:42

By William

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Nature Lovers Paradise at Long Acres Ranch with October Smith 40:55

2M ago40:55

40:55

October Smith, Ranch Manager at Long Acres Ranch, comes inside from the great outdoors to talk about a beautiful private green space in the middle of the bustling suburbs and shops of Richmond. Located in the heart of Richmond, Long Acres Ranch provides a unique, natural environment for educational and recreational activities and promotes the appre…

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Anandi: On her latest album, "A Better Way" CC#415 33:40

26d ago33:40

33:40

I’m happy we’re back here in the café at Artichoke Music..Next week, Jennifer Carrizo from McMenamin’s will be here to talk about what’s going on at the Mission Theater…the answer is a lot!But this week a new conversation from a couple of months ago (and I apologize for the delay) with one of our best singers and songwriters, Anandi. She has a lot …

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Scaling and selling a coffee business - A conversation with Ed Barry 31:50

2M ago31:50

31:50

In today’s episode we’re returning to our funding mini series and speaking with entrepreneur Ed Barry about scaling and ultimately selling a coffee business. Ed is the former owner of London-based independent cafe chain Over Under Coffee. Ed founded and grew Over Under to a formidable eight-strong chain, plus a franchise in the Middle East, before …

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Responding to YOUR comments #4 (Six of Crows edition) 1:51:19

2M ago1:51:19

1:51:19

By William

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12. Sarah / part 1 1:01:59

2M ago1:01:59

1:01:59

Who wants to talk about religion? & about being Muslim and American, third culture and queer? We do, of course! Friends Sarah & J discuss all of the above, plus: why we don't need to have a response for EVERYTHING, and the importance of LISTENING. Featuring: Mocha & Gentle Breeze Capsule Coffee Are YOU a queer person who grew up in a religious comm…

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Reining Strength: A Therapeutic Pillar of the Fort Bend Community with Noell Myska and Heather Hernandez 58:25

2M ago58:25

58:25

Noell Myska and Heather Hernandez join the pod to talk about serving the Fort Bend community through equine-assisted learning and therapeutic horsemanship at Reining Strength. Founded in 2014, Reining Strength Therapeutic Horsemanship provides equine-assisted services for people ages 2 and up, children and adults, with physical, cognitive, social, …

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167: The "IT" Factor & How To Add Revenue To Your Business 48:34

2M ago48:34

48:34

An interview with Jessica Jones, serial healthcare entrepreneur, who has started and sold over 20 healthcare businesses and advises dozens more! This conversation broaches getting teammates on the same page, developing your "IT" factor, growth through simplification, adding services, locations, or marketing techniques, AND how to reject the Superma…

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What’s in store for London Coffee Festival 2024! 39:02

1M ago39:02

39:02

The London Coffee Festival 2024 is less than 2 weeks away and with it comes a four-day celebration of London’s vibrant coffee scene and its dedicated community. Since its inception in 2011 , The London Coffee Festival has attracted tens of thousands of hospitality professionals and coffee connoisseurs, fostering deep connections among those with a …

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Joanie Fox: Directing a documentary on the life and death of Derek Rieth CC#414 27:31

2M ago27:31

27:31

We’ll be back at the Artichoke Music Café next time but this episode had to be recorded today, before a fund raiser to help complete a documentary on the life and death of one of Oregon’s favorite musicians, percussionist and multi-instrumentalist member of Pink Martini and Lions of Batucada among others; Derek Reith who committed suicide in August…

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11. Embers 1:40:41

2M ago1:40:41

1:40:41

Coming out as trans in your 40s! Being a parent to a(n actual human) child! GAHT and crying! Friends Embers and J talk all about transitioning later in life, and the (non-bilblical?) meaning of Love. Featuring: Two Black Coffees & Tigey the Cat Are you queer/trans/nonbinary/parent? Have you transitioned later in life? Share your story with us below…

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Pod Goes Prep: A How-to on Hurricane Safety with Greg Babst 39:42

1M ago39:42

39:42

Greg Babst, Emergency Management Coordinator at Fort Bend Office of Homeland Security & Emergency Management, brings emergency prep to the pod and tackles the tips for hurricane safety. Hurricane season starts this May in Fort Bend, but the impacts of these natural disasters can be felt both before and after this time of heightened awareness. Greg …

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Gordon Lee receives First Carlton Jackson Award at Seaside Festival 2024 8:05

2M ago8:05

8:05

We’re not at the Café at Artichoke Music this time. We’re in Seaside Oregon at the Seaside Jazz and Blues Festival on March 16rh for a very special occasion .We told composer/pianist Gordon Lee that we wanted to talk to him onstage about the set he was about to play and also his new album.In reality we were going to present to him the first annual …

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Orc opens coffeeshop, hilarity ensues (Legends and Lattes | Travis Baldree) 1:19:08

2M ago1:19:08

1:19:08

By William

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10. Nine 1:38:15

2M ago1:38:15

1:38:15

How to follow your dreams in a world that sees you differently! Friends Nine and J discuss Nine’s life of growing up Korean in an American world, and the choices she’s made to follow her passion in acting. Served, of course, with a side of QueEr RecKoNing, as per usual. Featuring: Black Tea & Bullet Coffee (made with ghee!) Do you have stories to s…

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The future of tea in the US market - With Rishi Tea 27:03

2M ago27:03

27:03

In today’s episode we’re swapping our coffee beans for tea leaves and speaking with Nathan Kosky, Executive Vice President, for Rishi Tea & Botanicals. Founded in 1997 by Joshua Kaiser, Rishi Tea was a pioneer in bringing premium loose-leaf tea to the North American market. Today the brand supplies a wide range of high-quality teas, powders and inf…

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Big Events, Book Bars, & Born in the Bend Returns! 47:08

2M ago47:08

47:08

Season 5 has officially arrived, and Em & Aim are so excited to catch up with listeners and look ahead for what’s to come on Born in the Bend! Aimee discusses new additions to the Jax & 7th and Blockhouse Coffee family, including LIT Bookbar and Mugz Coffee. Emily gives listeners a sneak peek of the upcoming Fort Bend Museum gala, “A Night in the G…

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166: WARNING COMPLETED: Part 3 of 7 Ways Young Docs Will Cost You $$$! 36:41

2M ago36:41

36:41

Money goes down the drain if you don't master these things in your practice. Tune into the last part of this series so you can train your young docs to avoid damaging your bottom line! To learn more about Dr. Jeff, his Pay it Forward mission, and coaching, visit www.mybigfishenterprises.com or email mybigfishinfo@gmail.com. For more nuggets of entr…

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Ranking our favorite romance tropes 1:43:21

3M ago1:43:21

1:43:21

By William

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9. Hyeyoung / part 2 1:10:04

3M ago1:10:04

1:10:04

"If you ever break up with your girlfriend, will you marry me?" Hyeyoung & Sheri's meet-cute & love story, continued. Also, Korean & queer & Asian movie reccs! Featuring: Camomile & Lemongrass Tea Do you have a queer love story to share with us? What's it like being queer where you live? Send in your stories below - written & recorded messages welc…

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Serving your community - A conversation with Eileen Rinaldi, Ritual Coffee Roasters 31:37

2M ago31:37

31:37

In today’s episode we’re speaking with Eileen Rinaldi, Founder and CEO of San Francisco’s iconic Ritual Coffee Roasters. Established in 2005, Ritual was a forerunner in San Francisco’s specialty coffee movement that exploded in the late-2000s. Today, the business operates five sites and a roastery in the Bay Area and Napa Valley. In this insightful…

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Roasting for the future - A conversation with Scott Stouffer, Chief Sales Officer, Probat 29:30

2M ago29:30

29:30

Following on from our last episode exploring the equipment required for a successful roastery, today we are releasing the complete interview with Scott Stouffer, Chief Sales Officer, Probat. In this conversation, Scott offers incredible insights into the world of coffee roasting equipment and he sheds light on which markets are growing the fastest.…

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ROASTING Six of Crows (Leigh Bardugo) 1:51:39

3M ago1:51:39

1:51:39

By William

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8. Hyeyoung / part 1 1:15:49

3M ago1:15:49

1:15:49

What's it like to be a Korean Lesbian? Friends Hyeyoung & J discuss Hyeyoung's life as a queer woman growing up in Korea, K-pop (including BTS), & how she met the love of her life, Sheri <3 Featuring: Camomile & Lemongrass Tea - Jungkook is the youngest member of BTS. - Akdong Musician's current official group name is AKMU. - The TV show Hyeyoung m…

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Optimising roastery equipment for success 46:12

3M ago46:12

46:12

In today's episode we're continuing our series on the business of coffee roasting and focusing on the essential infrastructure required for a successful roastery. We'll speak with Scott Stouffer, Chief Sales Officer, Probat and Andreas Idl, CEO & Founder, Cropster to get an overview of the roasting equipment market globally and find out how technol…

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