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The Global Coffee Price is a Lie | Kenneth Barigye, Ugandan Agribusiness Expert
13 mei 2026 · 53 min
Kenneth Barigye is the Managing Director of Mountain Harvest Coffee, a business focused on supporting smallerholder farms across Uganda. Lees meer
In this episode he explores why there can’t be a “single” global coffee price due to the differentiating cost of production across markets, and advocates for a reframing of green-buying. He also shares his personal insight into the farming communities of Uganda, noting the 85-year-old farmer who has never tasted coffee, and how macadamias, rabbits, and beehives could just be the solution to save specialty coffee farms.
If you're new here (welcome), our show dives into some of the best coffee conversations on the internet, but we will always remind ourselves at the end of the day - It's Just Coffee!
Find Kenneth here: https://www.instagram.com/kennethbarigye/
Mountain Harvest: https://mountainharvest.com/
00:00 - Intro
01:48 - Uganda’s Coffee Industry Explained
05:08 - The Aging Farmer Problem
07:17 - Why Young People Are Leaving Coffee Farming
09:16 - Supporting Coffee Farmers Better
12:03 - Why Global Coffee Pricing Fails
18:14 - What Great Coffee Buyers Do
24:29 - Building Better Producer Relationships
27:19 - Biggest Green Buyer Mistakes
32:24 - Smarter Coffee Buying & Planning
39:15 - The Future Of Coffee Supply Chains
41:54 - Coffee Market Update
44:09 - Kenneth’s Hot Take On Coffee Pricing
46:30 - Is Specialty Coffee Broken?
50:46 - Industry Shout Outs
52:08 - Final Thoughts & OutroWant more coffee content?
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Thailand’s Specialty is Flavour! | w Former SCA President Noon Nutrada K
11 mei 2026 · 45 min
Thailand is redefining specialty coffee through short supply chains, hyper-competitive café culture, inventive signature drinks, and farmers who cup their own coffee. Lees meer
To get the down-low on the emerging scene, Ben sat down with Noon Nutrada K, the former President of SCA Thailand. Together they explore why so much of specialty coffee feels stuck in its ways… and how Thailand is carving out a different path -(think tom yum inspired Geishas and durian “dirty” coffees). Tune in for a taste of the Thai specialty scene!
If you're new here (welcome), our show dives into some of the best coffee conversations on the internet, but we will always remind ourselves at the end of the day - It's Just Coffee!
Find Noon here: https://www.instagram.com/noonaround/
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What We ACTUALLY Thought About Melbourne’s Most Innovative Cafés | COFFEE BREAK!
6 mei 2026 · 28 min
Let’s recap! What do the 5 most innovative cafes in Melbourne have in common–(and what can you steal for your own cafe!?). From service experiences to bar systems, drink creation and cross-industry inspiration: What makes these businesses not just successful, but industry-leading? Tune in to find out! Lees meer
00:00 - Intro
02:15 - Café Tour Recap
03:17 - Favourite Drinks
08:40 - Innovation Discussion
14:07 - Bar Design & Workflow
17:31 - Drink Innovation
18:26 - How to Innovate
22:04 - Most Innovative Café
23:19 - Future of Coffee
26:31 - Outro
Coffee Break is your weekly inside scoop into the coffee community. Everything from on the fly barista tips, honest and unfiltered cafe reviews (eek), hospitality stories and gate kept coffee secrets.
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The Top 5 Most Innovative Cafes in Melbourne | CAFE TOUR!
4 mei 2026 · 56 min
From −85°C cups to the 15 second latte… We’ve found 5 cafes in Melbourne who are doing coffee differently! Lees meer
Join us as we cafe-hop between Aunty Pegs, Regulars, INBTWN, Axil Coffee, and Project Zero: Taste testing signature drinks, chatting to baristas, and taking a peek behind the bar to find out what makes these venues stand out from the crowd.
Tune in to get the scoop on the most innovative spots in Melb!CHAPTERS!00:00 - INTRO00:40 - Project Zero Pre-Batched Espresso03:20 - Fresh vs Pre-Batched Taste Test06:30 - Coffee Controversy Online09:50 - Project Zero Signature Drinks11:00 - Regulars -85°C Frozen Coffee15:50 - Frozen Coffee Taste Test18:30 - Axil World Champion Coffee21:00 - $30 Coffee Explained25:10 - Proud Mary / Aunty Pegs Black Coffee Bar28:00 - Freezing Coffee Explained33:50 - IINBTWN Coffee Cocktails44:00 - Experimental Coffee Drinks52:20 - Best Drinks & Most Innovative55:20 - Final Thoughts
If you're new here (welcome), our show dives into some of the best coffee conversations on the internet, but we will always remind ourselves at the end of the day - It's Just Coffee!
Explore Our Picks:
Aunty Pegs: https://www.instagram.com/auntypegsbypmc/
Regulars: https://www.instagram.com/regularsmelb/
Project Zero: https://www.instagram.com/projectzero.coffee/
INBTWN: https://www.instagram.com/inbtwn.melb/
Proud Mary Coffee: https://www.instagram.com/proudmarycoffee/
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The Power of HR in Coffee | w Eric J. Grimm
29 april 2026 · 1 uur 2 min
Eric J. Grimm has spent years specialising in Human Resources in the coffee industry. He was kind enough to join us on the podcast and share his extensive knowledge and experience. Eric explains how HR can support both employees and employers: He provides the playbook for difficult workplace conversations, and details the 3 things every business needs in their HR starter pack. Forget beans and equipment, make HR your business's superpower! Lees meer
00:00 – Intro & Why HR Matters
00:01:40 – Eric’s Story
00:05:00 – Employees vs Owners
00:09:15 – HR Basics
00:13:40 – Compliance & Costs
00:19:00 – Hiring & Turnover
00:30:00 – Difficult Conversations
00:41:50 – Market Update
00:42:25 – Culture & Takeaways
Massive thanks to Eric for joining the show! Find him at–
The Coffee Human Resource: https://www.humanresource.coffee/
Eric J Grimm: https://www.instagram.com/ericjgrimm/
If you're new here (welcome), our show dives into some of the best coffee conversations on the internet, but we will always remind ourselves at the end of the day - It's Just Coffee!
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The Cafe with Intentionally Slow Service | w Gibrán Huerta of LONG PLAY!
27 april 2026 · 39 min
Gibrán Huerta, otherwise known as ‘G’, is the owner of Long Play, a cafe and record bar located in San Diego. We spoke with him about his unique approach to hospitality: He doesn’t serve espresso and there’s no wifi. Just vibes, music, and slow-paced service. G is a pioneer of this new style, encouraging customers to disconnect from the outside world and be present in their cafe experience. We weigh up Long Play against the fast-paced cafes of today, diving into the opportunities and challenges that arise when you decide to go against the grain and do things differently. Lees meer
00:00 Post-World Coffee Recap
01:00 Japan, Mexico & Hospitality Roots
05:05 Inside Long Play (Cafe + Record Bar)
09:32 Space, Design & No-Signage Philosophy
12:28 Coffee, Tea & “Weird” Menu Choices
16:47 Pricing, Time & The Experience Economy
18:05 The Challenge: Getting People to Slow Down
20:27 Making the Business Sustainable
23:27 Creating Value in Specialty Coffee
29:17 How to Build a Slow Bar
33:56 Hot Take: You Don’t Need Espresso
37:06 Where to Find Long Play
Thanks so much to G for joining the show and sharing your incredible insights!
Long Play: https://www.instagram.com/longplay.hifi/
Gibrán Huerta: https://www.instagram.com/narbig/
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What Coffee Was Really Like in the 2000s | COFFEE BREAK!
22 april 2026 · 36 min
The Y2K vs 2026 Barista | COFFEE BREAK! Lees meer
Working as a barista in the early 2000s looked different to barista jobs of today. From an influx of specialty coffee, to new equipment, automation, workflow changes and ever increasing expectations for great customer service, the 2026 barista is playing a completely different game. We discuss the evolving coffee industry, and what has changed for baristas since Y2K!
Coffee Break is your weekly inside scoop into the coffee community. Everything from on the fly barista tips, honest and unfiltered cafe reviews (eek), hospitality stories and gate kept coffee secrets.
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Finally, a Young Barista’s Point of View | EMILY MAKES COFFEE!
20 april 2026 · 1 uur 18 min
Being a barista in 2026 means more than dialling in espresso.Dialing in from Canada, we’re joined by seasoned barista first, social media personality second - Emily Makes Coffee. With 40,000 followers, millions of views, and a lot of very honest takes about life behind the bar, Emily has become a refreshing voice in the coffee conversation. Lees meer
From burnout to opportunity, we explore what the job really demands today - and what needs to change for coffee careers to become truly sustainable in and out of the cafe.
FIND her @emily.makes.coffeehttps://emilymakescoffee.ca/ CHAPTERS 00:00 Intro
02:48 Being a Barista in 2026
09:16 The Skills Customers Don’t See
13:27 Burnout, Wages & Career Sustainability
18:10 Content Creation, Authenticity & Representation
29:31 New Opportunities for Baristas
38:20 Safety, Boundaries & Difficult Customers
46:14 What Makes a Great Barista
52:38 Great Customers, Bad Habits & Pet Peeves
1:00:12 What Makes a Great Café to Work In
1:02:58 Advice for Young Baristas
1:05:31 Hospo Horror Stories
1:11:13 Hot Takes + Final Shoutout
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Designing Coffee Gear People Actually Use | DOM SYMONS from Subminimal!
15 april 2026 · 41 min
What does it actually take to turn a coffee idea into a real product?In this episode, we sit down with Dominic Symons, Founder of Subminimal and designer behind tools like the NanoFoamer and Subscale. We unpack what separates genuinely useful coffee equipment from the endless stream of gadgets hitting the market.From identifying real problems behind the bar to prototyping, manufacturing, patents, and raising over $1.5M through Kickstarter, Dominic shares what most people misunderstand about launching a product, and why simplicity is often the hardest design challenge.We also explore copycat culture, protecting ideas, and why many concepts should never make it past the sketch phase.If you’ve ever wondered how coffee tools actually come to life, this episode is for you.If you're new here (welcome), our show dives into some of the best coffee conversations on the internet, but we will always remind ourselves at the end of the day - It's Just Coffee! Lees meer
https://subminimal.com
@subminimal
Products mentionedNanoFoamerNanoFoamer PROSubscaleFlick WDT Tool
CHAPTERS
00:00 Intro
00:24 Meet Dominic Symons (Subminimal)
02:04 Raising $1.5M on Kickstarter
03:01 Is Kickstarter Still Worth It?
04:33 Product Development Reality Check
09:15 Why Milk Frothing Needed Innovation
12:35 From Side Project to Global Product
14:09 What Makes a Great Coffee Tool?
15:41 Copycats, Patents & Protecting Ideas
18:22 Product Ideas That Didn’t Make It
23:25 How to Start Designing a Product
26:36 Finding Manufacturers & Production
28:08 Real Cost of Launching a Product
32:11 Filming the Kickstarter Campaign
34:17 Coffee Market Update
36:16 Brands Pushing Innovation
37:11 Coffee Trends That Might Be Overhyped
39:09 Where to Find Subminimal
40:01 Outro
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Processing Coffee Like Beer?! | Edwin Noreña of CAMPO HERMOSO
13 april 2026 · 31 min
Edwin Noreña is a fourth-generation farmer and coffee innovator, leading Finca Campo Hermoso in Colombia. The farm is known for its experimental coffees, with Edwin himself developing a co-fermentation technique inspired by the craft beer industry. We caught him at MICE2026 to talk “co-fermented” vs “infused” coffee, as well as hops in coffee processing, and the complications that come with bringing co-ferments into the mainstream. Lees meer
If you're new here (welcome), our show dives into some of the best coffee conversations on the internet, but we will always remind ourselves at the end of the day - It's Just Coffee!
Campo Hermoso: https://www.instagram.com/campohermoso_coffeefarms/
CHAPTERS00:00 Introduction & Why Experimental Coffee is Trending
02:30 Campo Hermoso & The R&D Approach to Coffee
05:10 Co-Fermented vs Infused Coffee Explained
06:45 Multi-Stage Fermentation & Using Hops
10:40 Fermentation Science (Yeast, Anaerobic, Lactic)
12:00 Adding Value at Origin
14:00 Extreme Flavours & Market Trends
18:00 Quality vs Co-Fermented Coffee Debate
21:30 Consistency Challenges in Experimental Processing
25:30 Can Big Brands Scale Co-Fermented Coffee?
27:45 Future of Coffee Innovation
29:00 Final Thoughts & Where to Find Edwin’s Coffee
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Why Young People Aren’t Drinking Specialty Coffee (Next-Gen) | HANY EZZAT!
8 april 2026 · 27 min
Hany Ezzat is the Founder of Ni Wares–creating science backed cups for coffee competitions and elevated everyday use. He also just won the Next-Gen Talent Award at MICE2026. We caught up with him at the expo to talk about what the win meant to him, as well as his recent (and controversial) use of the xBloom in a filter competition, why he thinks young people aren't as engaged in specialty coffee, and the importance of multisensory design. Lees meer
CHAPTERS
00:00 Intro
01:55 Who is Hany Ezzat?
03:40 Starting Ni Wares
06:05 Designing competition cups
08:50 The science of taste perception
11:45 Multisensory coffee experiences
14:20 Using xBloom in competition
17:05 Innovation vs tradition in coffee
19:40 Why young people disengage from specialty
22:10 The future of coffee tools
24:40 Advice for competitors & creators
26:45 Final thoughts
If you're new here (welcome), our show dives into some of the best coffee conversations on the internet, but we will always remind ourselves at the end of the day - It's Just Coffee!
Hany Ezzat: https://www.instagram.com/barista_hany/
Ni Wares: https://ni-wares.com/
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How To Scale A Business Without Losing Soul | Nolan Hirte of PROUD MARY COFFEE!
7 april 2026 · 46 min
If anyone truly lives for coffee, it’s Nolan Hirte. Founder of the wildly successful Proud Mary Coffee, Nolan’s passion for coffee bleeds out into every aspect of his business, making Proud Mary an iconic name across Australia and the U.S. Lees meer
We spoke to him at MICE26 about Proud Mary’s journey scaling to the U.S, as well as mood-based coffee labelling, barriers for young people entering the industry, and the Honduran producer who won the Cup of Excellence using a recipe from ChatGPT! CHAPTERS 00:00 Intro & Nolan Hirte
02:08 Coffee Journey & Passion
04:09 Creating a Coffee Experience
06:20 Why Storytelling Matters
08:05 Making Specialty Coffee Accessible
10:26 Sponsor: Marco MilkPal
11:07 Expensive Coffee Debate
12:44 Attracting New Coffee Drinkers
15:00 Simplifying Coffee Communication
18:22 Hospitality & Customer Experience
21:31 Building Team Culture
29:36 Future of Coffee & Technology
37:33 New Ideas & Coffee Experiences
41:53 Industry Shoutout & Outro
If you're new here (welcome), our show dives into some of the best coffee conversations on the internet, but we will always remind ourselves at the end of the day - It's Just Coffee!
Nolan Hirte: https://www.instagram.com/nolan.hirte/
Proud Mary Coffee: https://www.instagram.com/proudmarycoffee/
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Neon Milk and Electric Lime - Inside Dak’s Unique Coffee Menu | DAK COFFEE!
1 april 2026 · 37 min
From Canada to Amsterdam; Dak’s Founders Veronique and Louis give us the low-down on starting a business abroad. Operating as a coffee-only retail concept, Dak's physical shop acts more as a tasting space rather than a traditional cafe. They play with in experimental processing methods - think hibiscus cultured wash - and lean in to evocative and flavour driven branding. Tune in for a fantastic conversation with the founders who are doing it differently! Lees meer
00:00 Intro
01:12 About DAK Coffee
03:48 Coffee Range Explained
06:05 Experimental Coffees
10:56 Choosing Coffees for Customers
14:22 Working With Producers
18:57 Explaining Processing
19:54 Coffee Market Update
21:12 What Is Coffee?
22:20 Testing New Coffees
27:05 Fermentation Basics
31:40 Team Perspective
35:15 Where to Buy DAK
36:00 Outro
If you're new here (welcome), our show dives into some of the best coffee conversations on the internet, but we will always remind ourselves at the end of the day - It's Just Coffee!
Dak Coffee: https://www.dakcoffeeroasters.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dakcoffeeroasters/
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#13 Best Cafe in the World After 6 Months?! | BETA COFFEE w CHRIS MAYBURY!
30 maart 2026 · 43 min
Chris Maybury’s cafe ranked #13 in the World! Lees meer
So how did he do it?? Beta Coffee is one of the more experimental coffee shops out there at the moment, pushing the envelope with automation and pre-batched espresso. We spoke to Chris at MICE2026 about Beta Coffee: The role of automation, his recent system challenges, and the importance of mindful and authentic service.
00:00 Intro & guest
00:46 The experimental café concept
03:02 Ranked #13 in the world
04:37 Pre-batched espresso explained
09:00 Results, challenges & taste test
14:51 Automation, speed & cost savings
21:58 Lessons, mistakes & hospitality
29:01 Costs, financials & future plans
If you're new here (welcome), our show dives into some of the best coffee conversations on the internet, but we will always remind ourselves at the end of the day - It's Just Coffee!
Chris Maybury: https://www.instagram.com/mayburyc/
Beta Coffee: https://www.instagram.com/beta_coffee/
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Making Ethical Coffee Buying Easy | COFFEE BREAK!
25 maart 2026 · 25 min
What does ethical coffee buying look like in practice? This week’s Coffee Break aims to turn the complex concepts into actionable steps: Lees meer
What questions should you ask importers? How can you use living income reference prices? And what’s the go on marketing ethically sourced coffee without greenwashing?
CHAPTERS !
00:00 Introduction to Ethical Coffee
00:01:56 Meet Colleen Anunu & Her Work
00:02:44 Direct Trade vs Fairtrade Explained
00:05:24 Why Transparency in Coffee Pricing Matters
00:08:17 Certifications, Trust, and Verifying Claims
00:10:09 Tools for Understanding Coffee Prices
00:13:11 The History and Ethics of Coffee Trade
00:16:35 Coffee Market Update (Condesa)
00:18:41 Communicating Sustainability Without Greenwashing
00:21:11 Making Specialty Coffee More Accessible
00:23:51 Rethinking Coffee Menus & Customer Education
00:24:35 Final Thoughts
Coffee Break is your weekly inside scoop into the coffee community. Everything from on the fly barista tips, honest and unfiltered cafe reviews (eek), hospitality stories and gate kept coffee secrets.
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We Keep Getting Ethical Coffee Buying Wrong | with FAIRTRADE’S Colleen Anunu!
24 maart 2026 · 1 uur 19 min
Ethical coffee buying, explained. Lees meer
Fairtrade International veteran Colleen Anunu joins us to explain what ethical coffee buying actually means in the 2020s. *Hint - it’s more than just paying higher prices.
Whether you’re buying green beans or a takeaway flat white, it’s important to understand the complexities of coffee trade. We unpack the unbalanced risk distribution in the supply chain, threats facing smallholder farms, and the unpaid family labour that is often overlooked in coffee production.
If you're new here (welcome), our show dives into some of the best coffee conversations on the internet, but we will always remind ourselves at the end of the day - It's Just Coffee!
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chapters
0:00 Intro
1:56 Coffee Preferences
9:48 Turning Point
22:36 Sustainability Reality
28:58 Producer Hardships
35:16 Pricing Limitations
45:35 Fairtrade Debate
54:48 Transparency Limits
1:03:29 Value Chain Issues
1:11:35 Industry Advice
1:17:51 Final Reflections
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Expensive vs Cheap Instant Coffee with a World Barista Judge | COFFEE BREAK!
18 maart 2026 · 38 min
Despite being one of the most widely consumed coffees in the world, instant coffee still carries a bad reputation. And sure, some commercial options can taste like the bottom of an ashtray, but there are genuinely excellent instant coffees out there. Lees meer
We blind taste-tested seven instant coffees, ranging from low-grade to specialty. Join sensory expert and WBC judge Ben Bicknell as he guides us through a cupping session and reveals what instant coffee can (and can’t) deliver.
Coffee Break is your weekly inside scoop into the coffee community. Everything from on the fly barista tips, honest and unfiltered cafe reviews , hospitality stories and gate kept coffee secrets.
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00:00 Instant Coffee vs Specialty - The Reality
00:47 Why Specialty Instant Is Getting Attention
02:25 Blind Taste Test - Can Instant Actually Be Good?
11:35 The Reveal - What Were We Drinking?
16:18 Takeaways - Has Instant Coffee Improved?
18:16 Coffee Market Update (Condesa Report)
20:30 Could Cafés Start Serving Instant?
21:43 Pricing - Is It Actually Worth It?
24:04 Instant as an Espresso Alternative
27:14 Who Is This Actually For?
30:13 Final Thoughts - Where This Could Go
33:34 Coffee News - Trade + Blue Bottle
37:09 Outro
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How Specialty Coffee Is Reinventing Instant Coffee | Hugh Kelly (Ona)
16 maart 2026 · 53 min
Can instant coffee be just as good, (if not better) than espresso? Hugh Kelly seems to think so!
The three time Australian Barista Champion and longtime Head of Coffee at Ona joined us to discuss the ways instant coffee can be used to uplift the industry as a whole - making coffee more accessible, consistent, and dare I say tasty…! Lees meerPlus stay tuned for Hugh’s expert tips on how to make a banging cup of instant.
00:00 Trailer
01:00 The Big Question: Is Coffee Becoming Too Complicated?
01:56 Introducing Hugh Kelly (ONA Coffee)
02:16 Espresso vs Filter - What Coffee Pros Actually Drink
06:20 Instant Coffee: The Most Consumed Coffee in the World
12:21 How Instant Coffee Is Actually Made
15:52 The Real Limits of Instant Coffee
25:30 Blind Tasting: 7 Instant Coffees
30:51 Can Instant Replace Espresso in Milk Drinks?
33:36 The Café Industry Problem: Too Many Coffee Shops
43:00 The Future of Coffee Convenience
52:00 Final Thoughts - Making Coffee EasierIf you're new here (welcome), our show dives into some of the best coffee conversations on the internet, but we will always remind ourselves at the end of the day - It's Just Coffee!
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How to Get Hired (And Not Get Fired) in Coffee | COFFEE BREAK!
11 maart 2026 · 24 min
Rohan and Ben unpack the slippery hiring process, sharing tips that make staff acquisition simple! Plus we break down the golden rules for getting hired (and not getting fired) as a barista. Also, gym bros’ prayers are answered… Creatine and protein coffee has hit the market. We unpack the trend of adding supplements to coffee, does your business need to jump on it? Lees meer
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Become a Barista in 2026 | w Melbourne Coffee Academy Founder CHARLES SKADIANG!
9 maart 2026 · 1 uur 5 min
Becoming a barista sounds simple enough… but how do you actually get your foot in the door, and once you're in, how can you turn coffee into a sustainable career? Lees meer
Today we’re joined by Founder of Melbourne Coffee Academy, Charles Skadiang. With over 20 years experience, and a specialised understanding of the role of the barista, Charles tells all; sharing invaluable insight about how to make it in the coffee industry as a barista and beyond.
00:00 Intro
01:21 Charles Skadiang Joins the Podcast
02:53 Getting Started in Coffee
04:44 Why Melbourne Coffee Academy Exists
07:17 Barista Training & Courses
11:20 Roles Behind the Coffee Bar
13:06 Career Paths in Coffee
16:32 Can You Make Money in Coffee?
21:33 Skills Every Barista Needs
25:39 Automation & the Modern Barista
28:31 Master Barista Certification
36:32 Running a High-Volume Café
43:33 Building a Long-Term Coffee CareerBig thanks to Charles for joining the show!
If you're new here (welcome), our show dives into some of the best coffee conversations on the internet, but we will always remind ourselves at the end of the day - It's Just Coffee!
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The Internet VS the Top 10 Cafes List | COFFEE BREAK!
4 maart 2026 · 31 min
There’s some spicy discourse surrounding the viral Top 10 Cafes TikTok! Plus we unpack the controversial 10-year-old beans released by Passenger Coffee, and Dunkin’s 48-ounce bucket of iced coffee that’s currently taking over the internet. Also, what does it entail to join La Marzocco’s recently launched True Artisan Club? All this and more on this week’s Coffee Break! Lees meer
Coffee Break is your weekly inside scoop into the coffee community. Everything from on the fly barista tips, honest and unfiltered cafe reviews (eek), hospitality stories and gate kept coffee secrets.
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How to Build a Coffee Business that Lasts | LAILA GHAMBARI!
2 maart 2026 · 1 uur 12 min
Learn how to become a coffee entrepreneur from the absolute best! Lees meer
Laila Ghambari is a US Barista Champion, owner of Guilder Coffee Company, and runs her own coffee consulting business. She joins us to discuss the myriad of ways in which someone can step into coffee business ownership… there’s more options than just opening a cafe! Plus, she shares what it’s really like being a CEO and a mum at the same time.
00:00 – Why “cool cafés” often lose money
00:21 – Meet LAILA GHAMBARI! (Barista Champion → business owner)
02:18 – The reality of owning a café (not what you think)
05:20 – Buy vs build: the smartest way to start
10:52 – The lowest-risk way to test a coffee business
12:10 – Are you actually ready to own a café?
16:52 – The mindset shift: barista → owner
18:25 – Why business skills matter more than coffee skills
21:02 – Early mistakes & learning profitability fast
24:17 – The truth about hype vs profitable cafés
27:50 – Building networks & learning from others
31:41 – Funding your café (loans, family, partnerships)
35:13 – Why you should avoid giving away ownership
43:36 – Motherhood, leadership & running a business
55:52 – Final advice: just start (and figure it out)
Fantastic conversation, thank-you so much for joining the show Laila.
If you're new here (welcome), our show dives into some of the best coffee conversations on the internet, but we will always remind ourselves at the end of the day - It's Just Coffee!
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Do These Things to Brew 10% Better | COFFEE BREAK!
25 februari 2026 · 24 min
Simple tips from a Brewers Champion that will improve your filter coffee immediately! We also discuss the outcomes of investing in quality coffee rather than equipment, and the significance of consistent water quality in brewing preparation. Lees meer
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Mastering Filter Coffee | TOM HUTCHINS of CODE BLACK!
23 februari 2026 · 1 uur 22 min
Tom Hutchins is a three time Brewers Cup Champion, and the Head of Coffee Training at Code Black Coffee in Melbourne… So who better to spill the secrets of advanced filter brewing! Tom’s seasoned experience lends a hand to anyone who wants to brew better coffee, from home baristas just getting into filter, to cafe owners wanting to maintain fresh batches. Lees meer
Plus, stay tuned for Tom’s $1K brewing setup that will change your life (or at least your coffee).
Thank-you Tom for your time and generous insight, it's a must listen.
If you're new here (welcome), our show dives into some of the best coffee conversations on the internet, but we will always remind ourselves at the end of the day - It's Just Coffee!
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Top 100 Coffee Shops in the World! | COFFEE BREAK
18 februari 2026 · 33 min
We’re back from World of Coffee Dubai, sharing our biggest takeaways from the craziest coffee event of the year! Plus we break down the 2026 'World's 100 Best Coffee Shop' rankings… the list may surprise you! Lees meer
00:00 Dubai Coffee Recap
03:59 The $1,000 Coffee
06:03 Luxury Coffee Debate
10:22 Competition Drinks in Cafes
12:13 New Brewer Controversy
14:56 Coffee Market Update
17:23 Top 10 Coffee Shops
20:20 How the List Is Judged
25:17 Sydney vs Melbourne
28:32 Best Cafes Per Capita
31:04 Final Thoughts
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He Brought Specialty Coffee to DUBAI?! | Ryan Godinho
16 februari 2026 · 27 min
Ryan Godinho is an Australian entrepreneur behind Dubai’s Stomping Grounds café and Specialty Batch Coffee roastery. He played a critical role in the development of the specialty coffee scene in the UAE, setting origin trends, launching coffee competitions, and training the first generation of specialty baristas. Lees meer
We spoke to Ryan about the early days of specialty coffee in Dubai (a throwback to the 2010s), his Melbourne-inspired, hospitality-led approach to Stomping Grounds, and the role of AI in the future of coffee.
Thank-you to Ryan for sharing your story, and to World of Coffee Dubai for making this episode possible.
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The One Tool That TRANSFORMED Drip Coffee | The BINOCULAR DRIPPER with Mariam Erin
11 februari 2026 · 31 min
Mariam Erin is the designer of the Binocular Dripper: the dual cone pour over dripper that's completely changing the drip coffee game. Her design is backed by a decade-long career in the coffee industry, most recently at Brewing Gadgets, working as part of the product research and educational content team. Mariam is also a multiple national coffee champion and World Championship competitor, her latest win being at the 2026 UAE Coffee in Good Spirits. Lees meer
Join us as we discuss the creation of the Binocular Dripper and the surprising journey behind it. Huge thank-you to Mariam for joining the show, and to World of Coffee Dubai for making this episode possible.
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Why the World’s Oldest Coffee Method Still Matters | PIERRE DE CHANTERAC on IBRIK COFFEE
9 februari 2026 · 32 min
Pierre de Chanterac has been competing since 2019, winning the 2019 and 2021 Brewers Cup, the 2022 World Aeropress Championship, the 2023 Cezve/Ibrik Championship, and the 2025 CiGS. Lees meer
We sat down with Pierre at World of Coffee Dubai to discuss Ibrik coffee; one of the oldest and most widespread brewing methods in the world. While respecting the traditions, Pierre brings a modern approach to Ibrik brewing, focusing on extraction science and heat management.
Fantastic conversation for anyone interested in Ibrik coffee. Thank-you to Pierre for joining the show, and to World of Coffee Dubai for making this episode possible.
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How To Keep Your Business Relevant After 18 Years | KIM THOMPSON AND MATT TOOGOOD!
4 februari 2026 · 39 min
RAW Coffee is a cafe and roastery based in the UAE, co-owned by New Zealanders Kim Thompson and Matt Toogood. Lees meer
For the past 18 years they’ve been running their business in Dubai… So how do they do it?? What’s it like setting up a business in a different country? How have they carved out a space for themselves in the bustling coffee scene? Kim and Matt share their biggest takeaways from their journey, including training staff, budgeting, adapting to market trends, staying relevant, and protecting their business against climate change.
Thank-you to Kim and Matt for your insight. And of course thank-you to World of Coffee Dubai for making this episode possible.
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What ACTUALLY Happens After Winning a Barista Championship | BENJAMIN PUT!
2 februari 2026 · 40 min
Benjamin Put is the co-owner of Monogram Coffee and long time barista competitor, recognised for his technical and conceptual innovations on the stage. Lees meer
We were lucky enough to catch him at World of Coffee Dubai to discuss his extensive experience as both competitor and coach. What actually happens after you win? What innovations changed the game? And how did competition experience help Ben become a better business owner?
Thank you to the WOC for making this episode possible, and we’re so grateful to Benjamin for joining the show!
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Why “Consistency” Is a Lie in Coffee | FREDERICK BEJO of ARCHERS!
29 januari 2026 · 27 min
Archers is a Green Coffee Trader, Roastery, and certified SCA and CQI Coffee Academy located in the UAE, co-founded by Brewers Cup Champion Frederick Bejo. Lees meer
Frederick joins us to discuss the challenges and opportunities in Dubai’s coffee market, drawing on his own experience coming from the Philippines to take up business in the UAE. We also make some calls about the industry in 2026… cold fermentation … trending drying methods…? Tune in for all this and more!
This is another episode recorded at World of Coffee Dubai 2026. Huge thanks to WOC and Frederick Bejo for making this episode possible!
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The Man Who Bought the Most Expensive Coffee in The World | JULITH COFFEE w SERKAN SAĞSÖZ!
27 januari 2026 · 30 min
Julith is a roastery, brew lounge, concept store and social space located in Dubai, founded by Turkish Barista Champion Serkan Sağsöz. Lees meer
In 2025, Serkan bought the 20kg lot of Geisha Washed Best of Panama winner ‘Nido 7’ for a record price of over $900,000 AUD. Described as ‘otherworldly’, Nido 7 is available to try at Julith for the low low price of $1500 per shot. We were lucky enough to meet with Serkan in Dubai, and taste the coffee that’s shaken up the industry. Join us for our chat - and be prepared to step into another league when it comes to coffee.
This is just the beginning of a series of content recorded at World of Coffee Dubai 2026. Thank you to the WOC for making this episode possible, and thank you to Serkan for joining the show!
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James Hoffmann Answers Your Questions | COFFEE BREAK!
23 januari 2026 · 23 min
Join us for a little celebration, we’ve reached 101 episodes! James Hoffmann answers YOUR burning questions about coffee, we deliver our wrap ups, discuss the highs and lows of content creation (especially for young creators), and update you on the cup of excellence - set to take place in 11 countries in 2026! Lees meer
So grab your brew, let’s have a Coffee Break.
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JAMES HOFFMANN | Being a Weird Coffee Person!
21 januari 2026 · 1 uur 31 min
James Hoffmann is a World Barista Champion, founder of Square Mile Coffee Roasters, author of The World Atlas of Coffee and a beloved voice of the coffee industry. We were blessed to pick his brains on cafe culture, home brewing, the economics of specialty coffee, the future of the industry, the responsibilities that come with his level of influence, and so much more. Plus, you know we hooked you up with some uniquely James Hoffmann recommendations, this guy lives and breathes coffee so you know they’re good. Lees meer
Tune in for a fantastic episode, big thank-you to James for joining our humble pod, much love!
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Joining the mile high club of podcasting | COFFEE BREAK!
14 januari 2026 · 21 min
We are debriefing after our chat with Reza from Slick Coffee in Oman, exploring the longstanding history of coffee in the Middle East and the rise of specialty culture in Dubai, Saudi, and beyond. We discuss high-end home setups, wild flavour preferences, and Slick’s clever packaging that introduces specialty coffee to new drinkers…plus plenty of coffee gear drama, World of Coffee Dubai plans, and a live voicemail to Ben’s parents. Lees meer
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Introducing Specialty Coffee to New Regions | SLICK COFFEE’S - REZA KOSAR!
12 januari 2026 · 56 min
Reza Kosar is the co-founder of Slick Coffee in Muscat, Oman. He’s a certified Q grader and instructor, a Cup of Excellence judge, and a self-described ‘full sensory nerd’. In today’s episode, we discuss the unique challenges and opportunities that come with working in specialty coffee in the Middle East. Reza shares his approach to sourcing, roasting, and sharing - touching on the significance of packaging and branding. Lees meer
Through Reza’s story you’ll gain an understanding of how specialty coffee grows, adapts, and sometimes goes wrong in new regions. Thank-you for sharing your journey Reza!
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Career Paths for Baristas | COFFEE BREAK!
7 januari 2026 · 24 min
We break down the concept of the ‘three-year career crisis’ (discussing career paths for baristas beyond the machine), and explain why a clean workflow might just be your biggest competitive advantage as a cafe owner. We also dive into the low-risk ways to start a café (pop-ups, shared spaces, equity deals), and the real costs of running a business that nobody tells you about, eek! Lees meer
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Pouring 14,000 cups of latte art in 7 weeks | CALEB CHA !
5 januari 2026 · 1 uur 13 min
How did one man go from never having worked in coffee to winning the World Latte Art Championship only two years later?! Lees meer
Caleb Cha has had an incredible journey from Seoul, South Korea to Melbourne. His dedication to latte art has earned him global recognition, pushing the limitations of latte art with colour and design. In 2023 he opened his own venue, Tone Coffee Roasters, and now has two locations across Melbourne.
If you’re serious about getting better at coffee, competitions, or running a cafe, and you want to know the real work that goes on behind the scenes, this podcast episode is very much for you.
Thanks for joining us Caleb!
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How to start the year as a coffee person | COFFEE BREAK!
31 december 2025 · 37 min
Coffee pros Ben Bicknell and Rohan Cooke spill the tea on how to have the best start to the year in coffee…From cooking tips, dining experiences, and advice for cafe owners. Plus, a call-out to the roasters, now's the time to reflect on your supplier relationships and align your purchasing choices with your values. There’s a little something for everyone this Coffee Break! Lees meer
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OUR 2026 INDUSTRY PREDICTIONS | And a look back on the year that was!
29 december 2025 · 1 uur 3 min
What will the coffee industry look like in 2026? Lees meer
Join us as we speculate on the year ahead, and look back on the one just passed. We predict market trends, (some guesses are more educated than others..), coffee innovations, and supply chain changes. And how did those predictions we made at the start of 2025 turn out?
Was there a wave of cafe closures? Did matcha popularity increase? What’s the current home market looking like?!
SO many questions - join us for some answers and a lot of speculation!
Here’s to a fabulous 2026 - Happy New Year!
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Our Top Moments of 2025 | COFFEE BREAK!
24 december 2025 · 26 min
We’re wrapping a big year of coffee. From Jack Simpson’s World Barista Championship win, to Nemo at the Aeropress Championships, big changes in green coffee pricing, signature drink trends, and so much more. Lees meer
Plus, we share some personal reflections, babies, Dad-life, and Ben’s experience joining the podcast. Also tune in for a very exciting announcement in which we need your help!
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Your Christmas Coffee Guide | ROHAN COOKE AND BEN BICKNELL!
22 december 2025 · 1 uur 8 min
Whether it’s tips for brewing on the road, at the beach, or with the in-laws, we’ve got you covered. Christmas recipes, a gifting guide, and advice for café owners on surviving the Christmas rush. Join us for a bit of holiday cheer, and who knows, maybe even a visit from the man of the hour. Lees meer
Hope you all have a safe and happy holiday season!
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Coffee Cupping Is Easier Than You Think | COFFEE BREAK!
17 december 2025 · 29 min
We continue to break down the fundamentals of coffee cupping - we just went deep on our 101 ep this week, so what did we think? From how many cups, passes, and rounds are actually involved, to why identifying defects matters just as much as chasing flavour. Along the way, we connect cupping to everyday brewing, unpacking sensory memory, common faults like channeling and over-extraction, and how temperature and freshness can completely change what you taste. It’s a practical, no-gatekeeping look at tasting coffee better by understanding the basics and trusting your palate. Lees meer
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COFFEE CUPPING 101 - A practical guide for baristas, roasters, and home brewers | BEN BICKNELL!
15 december 2025 · 54 min
Coffee Cupping 101 - Basics, Benefits & Equipment!We break down the fundamentals of coffee cupping - why it exists, how it’s done, and what you actually need to get started. From setting up a cupping session and understanding ratios, to identifying defects and building sensory skills, this episode walks through the industry’s shared tasting language and why it matters.Guiding us through the process is our main man, Ben Bicknell - World Barista Championship judge, Q Grader, and co-host.This one’s for baristas, roasters, café owners, and curious home brewers who want a clearer way to taste, compare, and talk about coffee.It’s Just Coffee is where the global coffee community comes to think out loud - honest conversations about flavour, business, and the future of coffee.At the end of the day though … it’s just coffee!Want more coffee content? IT'S JUST COFFEE: https://linktr.ee/itsjustcoffeepod?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=4e8cead0-6644-4c4a-b419-28c825b1b236Want to get in touch? Hit us up at hello@itsjustcoffeepod.com for any questions or comments.Proudly sponsored by Eco Barista: https://www.ecobarista.com.au/ Apax Lab: https://apaxlab.com/ Riverina Fresh: https://www.riverinafresh.com.au/ Thanks for listening!
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Hydra Honey, Thermal Shock & the Rise of Sour Origin Coffee | COFFEE BREAK!
10 december 2025 · 30 min
Hydro-honey, thermal shock… unique processing methods are coming out of Colombia right now, and we need to talk about it! We reflect on our chat with Juan, and discuss the broader coffee industry, including Nestle's potential sale of Blue Bottle Coffee, Fair Trade's overhaul of global standards, and a new initiative in Ethiopia called Best of Ethiopia. Plus, coffee grounds make concrete stronger?! All this and more on your Coffee Break. Lees meer
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Engineering Flavour at Origin | LOHAS BEANS x JUAN PABLO CAMPOS!
8 december 2025 · 1 uur 18 min
Juan Pablo Campos is the founder of Lohas Beans, a company committed to sourcing Colombia’s finest coffee. He’s built relationships with some of Colombia’s most innovative coffee producers, many of whom are engineering value through unique processing methods. Juan joins us today to talk about Lohas Beans’ journey; discussing fermentation, producer-trader relationships, and the future of Colombian coffee. Lees meer
If you're new here (welcome), our show dives into some of the best coffee conversations on the internet, but we will always remind ourselves at the end of the day - It's Just Coffee!
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Flavoured Coffee, Fair Prices & Fresh Champions | COFFEE BREAK!
3 december 2025 · 35 min
This Coffee Break is all about unpacking the big ideas from Peter Roberts episode. Lees meer
We get into why coffee pricing feels so broken, what the Specialty Coffee Transaction Guide is actually fixing, and how transparency could reshape the entire value chain.
Plus: the wild world of flavoured vs infused vs co-fermented coffees (where is the line?), why young drinkers are obsessed with syrups, and Australia’s brand new Barista, Latte Art, and Brewers Cup Champions.
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The Future of Coffee Pricing | PETER ROBERTS!
1 december 2025 · 1 uur 14 min
If you’ve ever wondered why your green coffee costs what it does - or how the whole system could work better - this episode will completely change how you see the industry. Lees meer
Peter Roberts is a Professor at Emory University’s Goizueta Business School and the Academic Director of the Specialty Coffee Transaction Guide (@sctguide) and Grounds for Empowerment.
Focusing on making markets fairer and more transparent - especially for coffee producers - after more than a decade studying entrepreneurship, social enterprise, and how organisations behave over time. He helped launch two of the most influential initiatives in specialty coffee.
the Transaction Guide and Grounds for Empowerment.
Ben and Peter unpack why coffee prices behave the way they do, why volatility hits producers hardest, and what a new pricing logic for specialty could look like.
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Free Coffee Ruined a Country’s Coffee Culture | COFFEE BREAK!
26 november 2025 · 28 min
Carlos Escobar is back - but this time with us for Coffee Break! We get into Colombia’s free-coffee culture, why it’s holding the industry back, and how roasting at origin is changing everything. Lees meer
Plus - Who actually drinks the most coffee per capita? Why are competitors waving water? And Carlos sees into the future, calling the shot, Brewers Cup Champ is Simon from Apax Lab!
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Freshness Starts at Harvest | CARLOS ESCOBAR!
24 november 2025 · 57 min
Carlos Escobar is the founder of DIFFERENTE Coffee in Colombia, an educator and community builder who has spent his career bridging the gap between producing countries and consuming markets. Lees meer
Carlos grew up on a Colombian coffee farm that his family lost - a moment that shaped his entire family's relationship with coffee. Years later, after moving to Australia and discovering a completely different café culture, he returned home with a mission - keep more value at origin, reshape the idea of “freshness,” and make producers the centre of the story.
In this episode we explore why most of the best Colombian coffee never stays in Colombia, why origin baristas often learn faster than those abroad, how roast-date culture misunderstands freshness, and why blends can hide the people who grow our coffee.
“This is why we do the podcast.”
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