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The Coffee Podcast

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Are you a coffee lover? What if I told you there’s so much more to coffee than just enjoying the ritual and drinking it? What if I told you there’s a whole world to explore, and it all starts with looking beyond your cup? That’s what The Coffee Podcast sets out to do. In the first 20 or so episodes, we discussed how to brew better coffee, but now, 8 years in the making, we focus on People-Focused Coffee Talk. Join us in the conversation as we learn about history, science, art, and more through the lens of coffee! Please remember to subscribe to The Coffee Podcast and leave a review to let us
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E164 | Coffee Science: Better Coffee With Chemistry

Dr. Bill Ristenpart is the Founding Director of the Coffee Center at UC Davis in California. In this episode we learn about how to brew better coffee at home with the cutting edge in coffee brewing science. Get your notepad ready because we dive into some more complex chemistry terms in this episode.Reach us at TheCoffeePodcast.comSend us a one-way text >Follow The Coffee PodcastSocial: Instagram Threads LinkedIn YouTube: @coffeepodcastSubscribe to the The Coffee Podcast BrewsletterSubsc...

Mar 01, 20211 hr 3 min

E163 | Coffee Science: Coffee and Your Senses

What is in my coffee on a molecular level? Why do I like certain coffees and not others? These are questions related to the scientific field of sensory science. Join us as we discuss what is in our cup and how it impacts our senses with guests and scientists Mackenzie Batali and Andrew Cotter of UC Davis.Send us a one-way text >Follow The Coffee PodcastSocial: Instagram Threads LinkedIn YouTube: @coffeepodcastSubscribe to the The Coffee Podcast BrewsletterSubscribe >

Feb 22, 20211 hr 6 min

E162 | Coffee Science: Data Accessibility and Digitalization

This episode is a one and one. One conversation about coffee data and the importance of accessibility and another on coffee data and digitalization.Reach us at TheCoffeePodcast.comSend us a one-way text >Follow The Coffee PodcastSocial: Instagram Threads LinkedIn YouTube: @coffeepodcastSubscribe to the The Coffee Podcast BrewsletterSubscribe >

Feb 15, 20211 hr 14 min

E161 | Coffee Science: Collecting and Understanding Data

Part of the definition of the scientific method involves collecting data. But what is data and what is its role in the bigger picture of coffee science?Contact us at TheCoffeePodcast.comSend us a one-way text >Follow The Coffee PodcastSocial: Instagram Threads LinkedIn YouTube: @coffeepodcastSubscribe to the The Coffee Podcast BrewsletterSubscribe >

Feb 08, 202143 min

E160 | Coffee Science: Where does coffee fit in a healthy diet?

Marisa Silver is a Registered Dietician in New York City. Coffee is a regular part of her discussions with clients and this episode shares some of her major pointers for how coffee might fit into your diet.Contact us at TheCoffeePodcast.comSend us a one-way text >Follow The Coffee PodcastSocial: Instagram Threads LinkedIn YouTube: @coffeepodcastSubscribe to the The Coffee Podcast BrewsletterSubscribe >

Feb 01, 202131 min

E159 | Coffee Science: I'm a Be-Liver

How important is your liver to your body? How important is coffee for your liver? In this episode, you may also become a believer when it comes to coffee, your liver, and your health.Contact us at TheCoffeePodcast.orgSend us a one-way text >Follow The Coffee PodcastSocial: Instagram Threads LinkedIn YouTube: @coffeepodcastSubscribe to the The Coffee Podcast BrewsletterSubscribe >

Jan 25, 202127 min

E158 | Coffee Science: Health Science

Health claims for food things are at the center of many friendly arguments about what we should or should not consume. What does scientific research have to say about coffee and its impact on a coffee drinker's health?Contact us at TheCoffeePodcast.comSend us a one-way text >Follow The Coffee PodcastSocial: Instagram Threads LinkedIn YouTube: @coffeepodcastSubscribe to the The Coffee Podcast BrewsletterSubscribe >

Jan 18, 202146 min

E157 | Coffee Science: Fermentation

What is coffee fermentation and what role might it play in coffee science and low hanging fruit for producers? This and more with fermentation expert Lucia Solis of Luxia Coffee Solutions.Send us a one-way text >Follow The Coffee PodcastSocial: Instagram Threads LinkedIn YouTube: @coffeepodcastSubscribe to the The Coffee Podcast BrewsletterSubscribe >

Jan 11, 202142 min

E156 | Coffee Science: Low Hanging Fruit

The cost of agricultural science is high and there is an urgency for solutions due to immediate challenges facing coffee producers worldwide. Learn about the "paradox in coffee" and how coffee research can offer more than long-term and high-cost solutions.Send us a one-way text >Follow The Coffee PodcastSocial: Instagram Threads LinkedIn YouTube: @coffeepodcastSubscribe to the The Coffee Podcast BrewsletterSubscribe >

Dec 28, 202040 min

E155 | Coffee Science: Wild Coffee

What is "wild coffee" and what role does it play in the bigger picture concerning coffee science and the future of coffee?Visit our website at TheCoffeePodcast.comSend us a one-way text >Follow The Coffee PodcastSocial: Instagram Threads LinkedIn YouTube: @coffeepodcastSubscribe to the The Coffee Podcast BrewsletterSubscribe >

Dec 21, 202028 min

E154 | Coffee Science: Agronomist Says, "Let Farmers Choose"

What good is research without application? Join me as we talk with Emilia Umaña, an Agronomist at World Coffee Research. We dive into the topic of the seed sector and talk about her concerns and what she has learned to be the concerns of the coffee farmers around her.This episode is sponsored by Ember.Learn more at www.TheCoffeePodcast.com Send us a one-way text >Follow The Coffee PodcastSocial: Instagram Threads LinkedIn YouTube: @coffeepodcastSubscribe to the The Coffee Podcast Br...

Dec 14, 202023 min

E153 | Coffee Science: Challenges in the Seed Sector

We like to say the phrase, "from seed to cup," but how often do we pause on the details of the seed sector? I've been doing this a while, and I can tell you the seed sector has not been a popular conversation in coffee. Scientific research in the seed sector plays a major role in the future of coffee. Find out how in this episode.This episode is sponsored by Ember.Find episode links and more on TheCoffeePodcast.comSend us a one-way text >Follow The Coffee PodcastSocial: Instagram Threads ...

Dec 07, 202033 min

E152 | Coffee Science: Agricultural Research & Development

We recently had a conversation with scientists in coffee about research generally. Now we dive into our first major topic, "Coffee Agricultural Research & Development" with World Coffee Research CEO Vern Long.This episode is sponsored by Crem, a Welbilt brand.Find out more about The Coffee Podcast at thecoffeepodcast.comSend us a one-way text >Follow The Coffee PodcastSocial: Instagram Threads LinkedIn YouTube: @coffeepodcastSubscribe to the The Coffee Podcast BrewsletterSubscribe >

Nov 30, 202046 min

E151 | Coffee Science: Research

Last episode we discussed the question, "What is coffee science?" In this episode we dive into the fundamentals of research with Dr. Jennifer Ferreira and Dr. Jonathan Morris.This episode is sponsored by Ember. Use the code COFFEEPOD for 10% on their website at ember.comFind out more about The Coffee Podcast at thecoffeepodcast.comSend us a one-way text >Follow The Coffee PodcastSocial: Instagram Threads LinkedIn YouTube: @coffeepodcastSubscribe to the The Coffee Podcast Brewsletter...

Nov 23, 20201 hr 6 min

E150 | Coffee Science: What is coffee science anyway?

Sure, we could jump into the conversation about sensory science or agricultural science, but let's not get ahead of ourselves. We need some context for the conversation. What is coffee science? What are some fundamental concepts we should get right before we jump into this 12-part series on coffee science? Join me with scientist Jeremy Nelson of Socratic coffee as we break the ice in this conversation.This episode is sponsored by Crem, a Welbilt brand.Find out more about The Coffee Podcast at...

Nov 16, 202042 min

E149 | Spotlight: Phyllis Johnson and Anti-Racism in the Coffee Sector

Phyllis Johnson has overcome many obstacles in her life as a Black woman in the coffee sector. In this episode, she shares stories of her youth, her professional growth, and what she hopes for the future of the coffee sector as a whole with regard to racial equity.Send us a one-way text >Follow The Coffee PodcastSocial: Instagram Threads LinkedIn YouTube: @coffeepodcastSubscribe to the The Coffee Podcast BrewsletterSubscribe >

Jul 03, 202057 min

E148 | Coffee Speak: Black Coffee

A conversation with black coffee professionals and enthusiasts regarding how racism plays out in the coffee sector. (Edit: I made a grave error and misspoke George Floyd's name at the beginning of the original episode. I have since corrected this mistake and I am very sorry for this oversight.)Send us a one-way text >Follow The Coffee PodcastSocial: Instagram Threads LinkedIn YouTube: @coffeepodcastSubscribe to the The Coffee Podcast BrewsletterSubscribe >

Jun 05, 20201 hr 5 min

E147 | Coffee Speak: Coffee People and COVID-19

COVID-19 has had major implications for coffee people around the globe. This episode hands the microphone off to coffee people from Mexico, India, Slovakia, and the UK. Is there a way for coffee people to creatively overcome these unprecedented times?ReferencesProfessor Jonathan Morris: Books — UKFind his books at the following links:UK - http://www.reaktionbooks.co.uk/display.asp?ISB=9781789140026 US - https://www.press.uchicago.edu/ucp/books/book/distributed/C/bo31238025.html Binn...

Apr 10, 202040 min

E146 | Coffee Crisis Series Finale

While, whether or not the finale of the current coffee price crisis has arrived, it is certain that the affects of an ongoing volatile coffee market are detrimental to the future of coffee. What are practical steps we can take as coffee people to ensure a better future for coffee people and coffee itself?Sign the Commitment!Change.org — I Will Coffee 2020ReferencesKeys to the Shop — Chris Defario — WebsiteFilter Stories — James Harper — WebsiteKaffeesahne der Kaffeewelt — Anna trifft die...

Dec 16, 201913 min

E145 | Price Crisis & Colombian Coffee Growers Federation

Is it possible to remove the human element from the Coffee Price Crisis discussion? CEO Roberto Velez of the Colombian Coffee Growers Federation has a strong belief on this topic. Join us as we learn what the crisis means for the federation and Colombian coffee growers.Send us a one-way text >Follow The Coffee PodcastSocial: Instagram Threads LinkedIn YouTube: @coffeepodcastSubscribe to the The Coffee Podcast BrewsletterSubscribe >

Dec 09, 201939 min

Thank You! — 2019

Thank you!You are going to think it is corny, and maybe it is, but I am being so serious.Send us a one-way text >Follow The Coffee PodcastSocial: Instagram Threads LinkedIn YouTube: @coffeepodcastSubscribe to the The Coffee Podcast BrewsletterSubscribe >

Dec 02, 20193 min

E144 | Price Crisis & SCA Solutions, Real-Talk, Listener Response

A short episode closing up our conversation with Heather Perry and honing in on some real-talk and listener responses to the series and the content within it.Send us a one-way text >Follow The Coffee PodcastSocial: Instagram Threads LinkedIn YouTube: @coffeepodcastSubscribe to the The Coffee Podcast BrewsletterSubscribe >

Nov 25, 201914 min

E143 | Price Crisis & Specialty Coffee

So far our series on the Coffee Price Crisis has discussed coffee in general. Now, we talk about the crisis and what impact it might have on Specialty Coffee with guest Heather Perry of the SCA and Klatch Coffee.ReferencesKlatch Coffee (Website) — About KlatchSCA (Website) — About Specialty Coffee AssociationContact Ushello@thecoffeepodcast.orgInstagram @thecoffeepodcastSubscribe to our Free Newsletter for discounts and more!Send us a one-way text >Follow The Coffee PodcastSocial: In...

Nov 18, 201932 min

E142 | Price Crisis & Breaking From the C-Market

Why doesn't coffee just "break away from the C-Market?" This is just one part of the conversation covered in our final episode with José Sette on the ICO and the current coffee price crisis.ReferencesInternational Coffee Organization — WebsiteFilter Stories Podcast — Big and Small in El Salvador: Part 1Contact UsThe Coffee Podcast — WebsiteSend us a one-way text >Follow The Coffee PodcastSocial: Instagram Threads LinkedIn YouTube: @coffeepodcastSubscribe to the The Coffee Podcast Br...

Nov 11, 201933 min

E141 | Price Crisis & International Coffee Organization

The International Coffee Organization was established around coffee crises in history's past. On this episode, we are joined by current Executive Director of the organization José Sette for a discussion surrounding the current coffee price crisis.ReferencesICO Website (International Coffee Organization) — About Statistics of the International Coffee OrganizationThe Coffee Podcast Quick LinksAll LinksSend us a one-way text >Follow The Coffee PodcastSocial: Instagram Threads LinkedIn YouTu...

Nov 04, 201930 min

E140 | Price Crisis & The Big Rust, Today, and Forward

Do you know about The Big Rust? Moving from epidemic to pandemic, Professor Stuart McCook completes our conversation on the topic and proposes a few application items for all listeners.ReferencesWorld Coffee Research — AboutDiscounts30% Discount Paperback (Stuart McCook) — Coffee is Not Forever: A Global History of the Coffee Leaf RustCode: Code: COFFEERUSTExpiration: Oct. 31 2019Episode SupportPerfect Daily GrindSF Bay Coffee CompanyContact UsInstagram @TheCoffeePodcastTwitter...

Oct 21, 201936 min

E139 | Price Crisis & Price and Disease

What does a coffee plant disease like coffee leaf rust have to do with the coffee price crisis? Stuart McCook, author and History Professor, walks us through the history of leaf rust and how it plays a role in the big picture of coffee.Episode DiscountsCoffee Is Not Forever: A Global History of the Coffee Leaf Rust – 30% OFF (and free shipping for non-international purchases). The offer is good for orders placed between Oct. 1 and Oct. 31 with code COFFEEPODEpisode SponsorsPerfect Daily ...

Oct 14, 201926 min

E138 | Price Crisis & History and a Way Forward (Part II)

Context is key in a conversation aiming to understand the current coffee price crisis. Join Professor Jonathan Morris one more time to reach the current day and potential solutions to the global issue of coffee price.Episode CouponsCoffee: A Global History (Morris) – 20% OFF with code COFFEEPODEurope LinkUS LinkEpisode SponsorsPerfect Daily GrindSF Bay CoffeeSend us a one-way text >Follow The Coffee PodcastSocial: Instagram Threads LinkedIn YouTube: @coffeepodcastSubscribe to the The Cof...

Oct 07, 201929 min

E137 | Price Crisis & History of Coffee Price (Part I)

The Coffee Price Crisis is a real and serious issue facing coffee people today. This episode takes a global history angle with coffee historian Jonathan Morris to better understand the context of the problem. This is part-1 of the conversation.Episode CouponsCoffee: A Global History (Morris) – 20% OFF with code COFFEEPODEurope LinkUS LinkEpisode SponsorsPerfect Daily GrindSF Bay CoffeeSend us a one-way text >Follow The Coffee PodcastSocial: Instagram Threads LinkedIn YouTube: @coffeepodc...

Sep 30, 201930 min

E136 | Producer Roaster Forum 2019: Coffee Auction and Producer Voices

This is the final installment of our mini-series on the Roaster Producer Forum 2019. Listen in to hear voices of coffee producers and other coffee professionals share their insights and concerns about the industry.Send us a one-way text >Follow The Coffee PodcastSocial: Instagram Threads LinkedIn YouTube: @coffeepodcastSubscribe to the The Coffee Podcast BrewsletterSubscribe >

Jul 29, 201931 min
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