Best Sweet Maria S Coffee Podcasts (2024)

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#61: Coffee Fermentation Review with Ashley Rodriguez of Boss Barista 52:19

4d ago52:19

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RESOURCES Inquiries about coffee samples or future Fermentation Training Camps: info.luxiacoffee@gmail.com Boss Barista Substack Boss Barista Podcast Support the show on Patreon to join our live Discord hangouts, and get access to research papers, transcripts and videos. And if you don't want to commit, show your support here with a one time contri…

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Joel Tesch, the Artist behind Art By Joel - a perspective on how to properly run the operations of your business while staying true to your passion 33:08

2M ago33:08

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On this episode of Virtual Coffee, I chatted with Joel Tesch, the artist behind Art By Joel. He is an artist in the Raleigh, North Carolina area, and I found Joel on Instagram through his gorgeous paintings of Taylor Swift! He has a lot of cool portraits, abstracts, and even landscapes pieces. We had a lovely discussion on this episode that centere…

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Erika Gomez, Owner of Nutty for Bread - baking, selling, and shipping sweet breads and treats across the nation! 24:54

2M ago24:54

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On this episode of Virtual Coffee, I chat with Erika, the Founder and Owner of Nutty for Bread. Erika sells homemade sweet breads and other baked goods like cake pops, cakes, cookies… they all sound and look absolutely delicious! On this episode, Erika discuss her plans for the future of Nutty for Bread, how she creates and tests recipes, and some …

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Maria Wagoner, Owner of The Boho Vase - creating dried floral arrangements and opening a storefront! 24:25

2M ago24:25

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On this episode of Virtual Coffee, I chatted with Maria Wagoner, Founder and Owner of The Boho Vase. Maria sells dried floral arrangements and other goodies both online and in her storefront in Iowa. On this episode, we discuss Maria's journey of going to school for entrepreneurship and eventually starting her own business. Be sure to check out The…

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#60: Thermoshock, Where Does Citrus Flavor Come From & How To Find Your Fermentation Soulmate 49:17

4M ago49:17

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In this listener Q&A episode we talk about: How to use Thermoshock Does drying pull sugar out of the seed? What labels are important on a coffee bag? How do I prepare my coffee? How to know if you've hit "The One" on a fermentation trial How do citrus flavors get into coffee? How did a coffee from Panama fool a listener into thinking it came from E…

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#59: What's Altitude Got To Do With It? Microbes & Meters Above Sea Level 41:29

5M ago41:29

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In this new episode I talk about: A review of how dry process and wet process are different how microbes get into our fermentations What I look for in a coffee label, 4 key elements how I’ve changed my mind about descriptive processing labels studies showing contradictory results when they look at altitude in different countries. The Altitude of Co…

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Eden Estabrook, Author of ”Arnie the Armadillo Goes to Antartica” - becoming a self-published author and diving into the world of children’s literature 30:49

6M ago30:49

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On this episode of Virtual Coffee, I chatted with Eden, the Author of “Arnie the Armadillo Goes to Antarctica.” On this episode, Eden shares her journey of becoming a published author and her advice on self-publishing. “Arnie the Armadillo” can be purchased on Amazon (link below). Be sure to check out Eden and Arnie, and happy listening! Arnie the …

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Ashley Gibson Dorsey, Founder of Main Squeeze Food Truck - running a successful local food business and staying true to your mission 33:17

6M ago33:17

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On this episode of Virtual Coffee, I spoke with Ashley, the Founder & Owner of Main Squeeze. Main Squeeze is a smoothie food truck that is currently located on White Street in downtown Wake Forest, North Carolina. Ashley sells homemade smoothies and bowls - all made with clean ingredients. My husband and I visited Main Squeeze and loved the smoothi…

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Jackie Harsh, Owner of Bomborama PART 2 - how to grow your business + tips and tricks for succeeding in wholesale! 31:35

7M ago31:35

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On this episode of Virtual Coffee, Jackie Harsh has returned! Jackie is the Founder and Owner of Bomborama, a self care company that focuses on bath bombs and shower bombs. For her second episode, Jackie updates us on the growth of her company, specifically in the wholesale area. She shares a lot of valuable advice on how to grow and market your bu…

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#58: Direct Trade & Other Misleading Labels w/ Natali from Nachteulen Coffee 49:21

7M ago49:21

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In this new episode with Natali we talk about: Growing up in a coffee producing country, but finding coffee later in life Falling into the specialty coffee rabbit hole The challenges of running a small business while keeping full time jobs Direct trade, fair trade and single origin How Natali chooses what information to put on her roasted coffee ba…

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Kati Singley, Owner of CupKate’s PART 2 - diving into her journey of opening a storefront in Delaware and sharing advice on how to navigate a BOOMING business! 34:55

8M ago34:55

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On this episode of Virtual Coffee, I sat down for the second time with Kati Singley, the Founder & Owner of CupKate’s Cake Bakery. Kati was first on Virtual Coffee back in February of 2021, and she came back for a second episode to share her journey of opening her storefront in Delaware! She also shares advice for navigating a booming, growing busi…

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#57: Will Frith Solves Terroir & Other Lessons From Vietnam 1:01:25

8M ago1:01:25

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You cannot utter a sentence about Vietnam specialty coffee without including the name Will Frith. In this new episode we talk about: Will’s journey from a coffee purist to being more reasonable Meeting people where they are The importance of a middle class to support a new coffee category Will’s rule of thumb for cheap coffee What he drinks in the …

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#56: Finding Work/Life Balance as a Coffee Producer w/ Pranoy Thipaiah from Kerehaklu in India 1:17:47

8M ago1:17:47

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Today I bring you a long overdue second conversation with Pranoy from Kerehaklu in India. His first appearance on the podcast was EP#34 in May 2021 I have been wanting to catch up with Pranoy for more than 2 years, and after spending a week together processing coffee and learning we were able to sit down in Jakarta after the intense week of FTC and…

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Dee Daniel, Owner of Dee’s Burnt Trees - burning wood to create unique, beautiful, colorful pieces of art and turning her craft into a successful business 28:43

9M ago28:43

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On this episode of Virtual Coffee, I chatted with Dee, the Founder and Owner of Dee’s Burnt Trees. She creates art by burning wood, and her pieces are so beautiful and unique. On this episode, she shares how she got started with her craft and also dives into advice on how to succeed as a business owner. Be sure to check out Dee’s Burnt Trees, and h…

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#55: Coffee Waste, A Feminine Approach, & Confident Processing–With Rani Mayasari 50:34

9M ago50:34

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Today I bring you a conversation with an extraordinary producer: Rani from Java Halu in Indonesia. I do not use this word lightly. Rani is a truly exceptional person and my new coffee crush. I met her because she was the only woman who attended FTC Indonesia in June. Each previous FTC has been minimum 50% female, this is very important to me becaus…

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#54: Visiting Producers, Advanced Tourism & The Coffee Hunter with Tom of Sweet Maria’s 1:38:45

9M ago1:38:45

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The conversation with Tom Owen is wide ranging, but one main theme we talk about is coffee travel and tourism. How the host and guest dynamics play out including the unintentional burden we may be placing on coffee producers when we visit them. Its an interesting time to be reflecting on the role of travel in coffee, since I just had a major trip t…

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Sydney Poll, Founder of SYDPLAYEAT - promoting education in the health and food industries and going after a dream 47:09

10M ago47:09

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On this episode of Virtual Coffee, I chatted with Sydney Poll, Founder and Owner of SYDPLAYEAT. Sydney makes and sells a variety of truffle-based products such as salts and hot sauces. On this episode, Sydney shares her journey to becoming a business owner, and we also dive into the why behind SYDPLAYEAT. We go beyond just business-talk, and this i…

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Ally Raven, Founder of My Organized Ally - how she followed her passions to launch a business that supports her personal values & brings joy to others 28:16

10M ago28:16

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On this episode of Virtual Coffee, I chatted with Ally, the Founder and Owner of My Organized Ally. Ally is an organizer in the Raleigh-Durham area, but she also has virtual services for those not located in our area. She recently obtained her businesses’ LLC, and on this episode she shares her advice for other new business owners and how she juggl…

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#53: Reforesting, Finding Your People & The Hidden Cost of Coffee Production w/ Mark from Finca Rosenheim 1:06:40

11M ago1:06:40

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In this conversation I got to ask him how he feels differently about the coffee industry since our last conversation. I highly recommend you listen to Ep #27 first, or as a refresher because we refer to that conversation frequently in this episode In this episode I follow up with him on his thoughts on: coffee certifications and competitions his re…

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Virtual MATCHA with Samm Coffin, Owner of Matcha Nude - the benefits of matcha, intentional community building, and the journey to a multi-million dollar business 42:59

12M ago42:59

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On this episode of Virtual Coffee, I sat down with Samm Coffin, the Owner of Matcha Nude. They sell matcha that is harvested in Japan! On this episode, Samm helps us understand what matcha is, its benefits, and how to drink it. We also dive into the behind-the-scenes of Matcha Nude and how Samm has grown the business so far. Be sure to check out Ma…

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Aaron Hendrick, Founder of Noraa Pickleball - re-entering competitive sports and creating an accessible, inclusive pickleball paddle 38:55

12M ago38:55

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On this episode of Virtual Coffee, I chatted with Aaron Hendrick, the Founder and Owner of Noraa Pickleball. Aaron sells pickleball paddles for those who are new to the sport all the way to those who are pros. We discuss his passion for the sport, and how he believes pickleball is a great sport for anyone to get into. Be sure to check out Noraa Pic…

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How to #shopsmall this Mother’s Day - a 2023 Mother’s Day gift guide 20:44

1y ago20:44

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On this episode of Virtual Coffee, I share my advice on shopping for Mother's Day gifts while also supporting small and local businesses. We dive into the five love languages and discuss how to shop for your mom, or the mother figure in your life, based on their love language. Still don't know what to purchase for Mother's Day? Message me on Instag…

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I’m back! Where I’ve been, plans for the podcast, and my year-long bootcamp 13:49

1y ago13:49

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Virtual Coffee is back! On this episode of the podcast, I share where I've been and why I haven't posted in a few months. I discuss plans for Virtual Coffee and why I'm coming back with a refreshed and renewed mindset. Welcome back, and happy listening! My design portfolio Designlab referral link ----more---- ☕️ Instagram & Facebook: @virtualcoffee…

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#52: Carbonic Maceration in Wine vs Coffee & Two Ways to Improve Robusta 1:24:55

1y ago1:24:55

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In this episode we talk about: Carbonic Maceration in winemaking Carbonic Maceration in coffee and best guidelines to follow How to process Robusta differently than Arabica Benefits of fermentation in coffee fruit vs green seed modification Support the show on Patreon to join our live Discord hangouts. And if you don't want to commit, show your sup…

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Kiersten Traylor, Owner of Rescue Me Candle Co. - creating homemade & toxin-free candles, giving back to the community & local animal shelters, and balancing multiple passions 44:23

1+ y ago44:23

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On this episode of Virtual Coffee, I chatted (again!) with Kiersten, the Founder and Owner of Rescue Me Candle Co. Kiersten was first on Virtual Coffee in December of 2020, and I highly suggest checking out that episode to hear why and how she started her business. To listen to her first episode, go to episode 35. On this episode, Kiersten shares w…

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Jackie Harsh, Owner of Bomborama - promoting self care by making unique bath bombs and following your dreams (family, small business, 9-5 job, and more!) 31:02

1+ y ago31:02

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On this episode of Virtual Coffee, I chatted with Jackie Harsh, the Founder and Owner of Bomborama. Jackie makes and sells unique bath bombs that can be shipped across the United States. They are truly one-of-a-kind, and I love that they’re homemade so you know the exact ingredients that go into them. Jackie was kind enough to give our audience 15%…

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#51: The Kenyan Auction System; Lessons, Takeaways, & Cautions with Vava Angwenyi 55:28

1+ y ago55:28

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Vava Instagram Website Coffee Milk Blood Book Paula Instagram Website Lowell Instagram Website Frankie Instagram Christopher Feran Blog Resources: Sign up for the newsletter for behind the scenes pictures. Support the show on Patreon to join our live Discord hangouts. And if you don't want to commit, you can show your support here with a one time c…

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Rosario Picone & Devraj Thakkar, Founders of Siesta Wrap PART 2 - how to grow your businesses’ social media, diving into marketing, and the future of Siesta Wrap 37:53

1+ y ago37:53

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On this episode of Virtual Coffee, the Founders and Owners of Siesta Wrap, Dev and Rosario, are back! They made their debut on Virtual Coffee back on episode 65, over a year ago. Dev and Rosario are back to share their updates to their business, reflect on their growth, and give advice to anyone pursuing a passion. I love when guests come on for a …

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#50: Listener Q&A: Honey Osmotic Dehydration, Fermenting Green Coffee & What Champagne Can Teach Us About The Flavor of Yeast 51:47

1+ y ago51:47

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Some of the questions I cover on today's episode involve: -how do fruit added fermentations differ from microbe inoculation? -my stance on the usefulness/benefits of probiotics -can we taste yeast in the cup? -what is the future of fermentation for the specialty coffee industry? -we typically ferment cherries or wet parchment but what about ferment…

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Ariel Reckart, Founder & Owner of Tucker’s Treats - selling homemade, healthy dog treats and giving advice on how to officially launch your business 27:51

1+ y ago27:51

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On this episode of Virtual Coffee, I had the pleasure of chatting with Ariel Reckart, the Founder and Owner of Tucker’s Treats. Ariel started Tucker’s Treats because she was making homemade dog biscuits for her own dog and wanted to spread the love. Of course, her dog’s name is Tucker, and he personally taste tests every new treat flavor Ariel crea…

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#49: Exposing the Producer’s Gaze & the Success Paradox with Vava Angwenyi 44:51

1+ y ago44:51

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In this episode we talk about: Coffee production in Kenya The similarities between latin and african coffee production How we consumers perceive coffee producers vs how coffee producers would like to be seen The success paradox, when too much financial success can turn off some buyers Resources: Support the show on Patreon to join our live Discord …

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Where have I been? A life update, a podcast update, and understanding why ’priority’ is a singular word! 14:25

1+ y ago14:25

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On this episode of Virtual Coffee, I hopped on the mic to share a life update and an update on the podcast. I explain why I haven't posted a new episode in over a month, and we dive into why the word "priority" is singular for a reason. Thank you for continuing to support Virtual Coffee - the podcast isn’t going anywhere! 💖 Happy listening! ----mor…

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#48: My Philosophies on Coffee Processing, and the Future of the Industry, with Katrien of OR Coffee 1:02:54

1+ y ago1:02:54

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Today’s episode is a little different. I am sharing a conversation that I had with Katrien of OR Coffee, A specialty coffee roastery & training center in Belgium. This episode is a little different because I’m not interviewing her, She actually interviewed me for her new podcast, Puur Koffie. Fermentation Training Camp: January 2023 OR Coffee Websi…

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#47: Coffee Has a Plastic Bag Problem 31:30

1+ y ago31:30

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In this episode we talk about: Plastic Grocery bags vs Paper Rwanda's Plastic Bag ban Coffee Processing Glossary Power dynamics in coffee buying Support the show on Patreon to join our live Discord hangouts. And if you don't want to commit, show your support here with a one time contribution: PayPal Sign up for the newsletter for behind the scenes …

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Maddie Vassallo & Dan Zeplowitz, COO & CEO of Tuck-ins - the inside out s’more! Growing and scaling a business for 5+ years and disrupting an industry 36:30

1+ y ago36:30

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On this episode of Virtual Coffee, I chatted with Maddie and Dan from Tuck-ins. Maddie is the COO and Dan is the Co-Founder and CEO of Tuck-ins. They make and sell inside out s'mores, which is such an incredible idea! I love their vision, and they’ve been able to scale and grow Tuck-ins in a huge way over the past 5 years. They share great advice o…

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Taylor Diebold, Owner of Pawsitivity Designs - how to follow your passion, best practices for working for yourself, and giving back to animal rescues 38:57

1+ y ago38:57

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On this episode of Virtual Coffee, I had the pleasure of speaking with Taylor, the Founder and Owner of Pawsitivity Designs. Taylor is located in the Raleigh, NC area, and she sells hand-designed pet portrait apparel, customizable bandanas, decals, bags, and other accessories. She is a true dog and animal lover, and I love showcasing a small busine…

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Josh & Jennifer Goodman, Owners of Heritage Donuts - growing up in the small business world and running a donut shop as a family 39:33

1+ y ago39:33

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On this episode of Virtual Coffee, I chatted with the Founders and Owners of Heritage Donuts, Josh and Jennifer. They opened up their donut shop here in the Wake Forest, North Carolina area recently, and their donuts are delicious. I know first hand since my husband and I have visited their lovely shop! On this episode, they share their journey to …

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Neomi Negron, Owner of Buggy Pops - knowing what you want, going after it, and becoming your own boss 37:11

2y ago37:11

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On this episode of Virtual Coffee, I had the pleasure of chatting with Neomi, the Founder and Owner of Buggy Pops. Buggy Pops sells handmade popsicles in the Asheville, North Carolina area. They have a lot of unique flavors, and Neomi sells her popsicles out of a vintage push cart - aka a buggy, hence part of the reason Buggy Pops got its name. To …

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#46: What We Don't Talk About When We Talk About Wine & Coffee Comparisons 45:03

2y ago45:03

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In this episode we talk about: The months of making EP 44 Gas Station Cuisine $17 cup of Yemeni coffee A winemaker's role and a coffee maker's role Formula 1 Racing, go karts and Tennis What does it mean to love coffee? Support the show on Patreon to join our live Discord hangouts. And if you don't want to commit, show your support here with a one …

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Joe McGovern, Owner of Bro’s Brew - creating a unique experience through his mobile espresso bar in the Raleigh area 42:44

2y ago42:44

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On this episode of Virtual Coffee, I chatted with Joe McGovern, the Founder and Owner of Bro’s Brew. Bro’s Brew is a premier espresso bar that serves gourmet coffee. Joe is able to bring his mobile coffee bar to events, markets, and even indoors at various apartment complexes around the Raleigh area. I really want to have a party soon so Joe can se…

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#45: Reflections on Coffee Flavor Through Processing, Roasting and Brewing with Eystein Veflingstad 59:30

2y ago59:30

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In this episode we talk about: Coffee consulting in Brazil What is a quaker Matching coffee processing with roasting How Eystein roasts high and low density seeds Extraction and Brewing techniques to maximize acidity How Eystein would prepare a coffee to show off orange, chocolaty notes Preparing our bodies and palate to be more sensitive to flavor…

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Kenzie Nixon, Founder and Owner of The Flower Peddler - bringing a unique flower bouquet building experience to the Austin area and working to take her passion full time 32:18

2y ago32:18

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On this episode of Virtual Coffee, I chatted with Kenzie Nixon, the Founder and Owner of The Flower Peddler. Kenzie drives a truck around Austin, Texas in which you can build your own flower bouquet! In this episode, we dive into her journey of creating The Flower Peddler and how she plans on taking her passion full time. Be sure to check out The F…

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#44: Are Wine Making Techniques the Future of Coffee? 1:05:40

2y ago1:05:40

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Next time you set about making your morning coffee, take a moment to peruse the info on your bag of beans. What do you notice? The variety of beans? Flavor notes? Technical details on where the coffee was grown? They're not so different from the sort of blurb you might find on the back of a wine bottle in many ways. And that’s intentional. Specialt…

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Mark Furtado, Founder of The Artisan - spreading kindness and giving back to the planet through thoughtfully designed clothing 49:16

2y ago49:16

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On this episode of Virtual Coffee, I spoke with Mark Furtado, the Founder of The Artisan. They sell clothes that spread kindness and give back to the world - specifically, they donate a portion of their proceeds back to the oceans through the organization Oceana. Mark told the story of their journey thus far and his plans for scaling the brand to m…

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Ryan Rosenthal, Co-Founder & Co-CEO of Simpls - pivoting your business model during the pandemic and launching a differentiated and innovative business in the frozen food market 28:06

2y ago28:06

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On this episode of Virtual Coffee, I chatted with Ryan, the Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Simpls. Simpls is located in the Twin Cities, Minnesota area, and they deliver homemade, sustainable foods made with local ingredients. They are definitely a market differentiator, and Ryan dives into their journey and the pivots they had to make since their launch…

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Raoul Benavides, Founder of Heart Soul Heat - an entrepreneur who focuses on bringing good to the world and connecting with others 38:31

2y ago38:31

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On this episode of Virtual Coffee, I had the pleasure of speaking with Raoul, the Founder and Owner of Heart Soul Heat. Raoul is an entrepreneur who has had many businesses but is now focused on selling his homemade ghost honey. In this episode, Raoul shares a ton of advice based on lessons he’s learned throughout his business journey, and he reall…

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Mother’s Day Gift Guide - 12 small businesses to support this mother’s day! 12:05

2y ago12:05

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On this episode of Virtual Coffee, I highlight 12 small businesses to support this upcoming Mother's Day. All of the small businesses' Instagrams are linked below, and the episode number they came on is listed as well. Be sure to shop small this Mother's Day and give the mom in your life a unique, handmade gift. Happy listening! Witchy Sisters Proj…

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Kinder Braley, Founder of Dreams Collect - supporting African artisans by bringing their jewelry to the U.S. and giving back to the local orphanage 35:35

2y ago35:35

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On this episode of Virtual Coffee, I spoke with Kinder Braley, the Founder of Dreams Collect. Dreams Collect supports artisans and children globally by selling the artists’ jewelry and other homemade items here in the United States. Kinder works closely with African artisans to bring their work to the U.S., and the money they make selling their wor…

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#43: Germination & Drying–Continuous vs. Resting 47:45

2y ago47:45

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In this episode we talk about: The class system in Colombia Specialty coffee shops in coffee producing countries Extended fermentations, 500 hours Germination of dry processed coffees, what is going on? Overview of the role of amino acids How do we measure stress in coffee cherries? Stressed grapes vs stressed coffee cherries Support the show on Pa…

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Celebrating TWO YEARS of Virtual Coffee and showcasing over 70 small business owners! The podcast by the numbers & my top five learnings 14:59

2y ago14:59

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On this episode of Virtual Coffee, we celebrate the second anniversary of the podcast! I posted my first episode on April 11, 2020, and it has been an incredible two years since then. We've showcased over 70 small business owners and early career professionals, and we have built an incredible community. I can't wait for the next two years and to se…

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