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  • Grab a COFFEE and take a BREAK.

    On today’s show: dining in UAE causes a minor lapse in Kirk’s vego diet (blame the wagyu double smash patty), we revel at seeing the Burj Khalifa in real life and reflect on the prevalence of expats and economic transition away from oil in Dubai. Plus, what are our thoughts on Pete Licata's ‘Caffeine Control Coffee’ and are we jumping on his 4-Week Caffeine Reduction Plan..?

    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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  • Pete Licata, former World Barista Champion, joins us to talk about ‘Caffeine Control Coffee,’ an Australian roastery launched by Pete and his wife in 2024. The brand focuses on managing caffeine intake for improved sleep and overall wellbeing (we were served some hard truths!).

    We discuss various decaffeination methods as well as a greater need for caffeine education. Pete shares his experience in the industry, from his first competition back in 2005, to moving to Melbourne in 2019 for a R&D role at Nomad Coffee Group. 

    Plus, what are our thoughts on loyalty cards in cafes? And what trends does Pete see for the future of the coffee industry?

    Thanks for joining us Pete, it was a pleasure to chat. (we are reconsidering our caffeine intake!) 

    See what Pete is up to here: https://www.instagram.com/petelicata/ 
    Caffeine Control: https://caffeinecontrol.coffee/ 

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  • It’s the final episode of our Dubai Special! We’re reflecting on the incredible experience that was ‘World of Coffee Dubai’ — the first time we’ve taken the podcast internationally, and what an absolute privilege it’s been. We’re a bit blurry-eyed in the hotel lobby (literally), but feeling full of love and gratitude.
    World of Coffee Dubai is a world-class event, and we made sure to soak in everything it had to offer. In this episode, we look back at our favorite stalls, the amazing caliber of guests, our efforts smuggling milk, tasting a $1300 coffee, a trip to the desert, and a run-in with a falcon.
    Dubai also highlighted some glaring gaps in Australia’s coffee industry — what have we learned from this experience? Tune in to find out!
    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!

    We cannot overstate our gratitude for ‘World of Coffee Dubai’. Thank you for an incredible opportunity! And of course we couldn't have done it without our wonderful listeners. Help us to continue to grow the podcast by sharing with friends, leaving a review or following us wherever you listen - we would greatly appreciate it!



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  • Dave Crosby and Cole Torode are the dynamic duo behind ‘Buy The Drip,’ the podcast exploring the craft and business of coffee. We caught up with them in Dubai to talk about their careers in competition and coaching. Dave and Cole also share the journey behind ‘Forward Coffee’ and ‘Russell Coffee Roasters’, and we dig into a fun question: What do Canadians really think of the Australian coffee scene? Of course, we had to connect over our shared experience of hosting coffee podcasts — turns out, we’re a lot more alike than we thought!

    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!

    Huge thank you to Dave and Cole, we loved having you on the show!

    Check out what they're up to here: https://www.instagram.com/buythedrip.coffee/ 

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    Cole Torode: https://www.instagram.com/torodeo/ 

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  • Ben is a renowned Canadian barista, with Six Canadian Barista Championship titles and multiple World Barista Championship finals under his belt.

    We caught up with Ben at World of Coffee Dubai to discuss his approach to competition - Why is it crucial to have a deep understanding of coffee production? Ben also opens up about the sacrifices required for a career in coffee and the ongoing challenge of a work-life balance. As a family man, origin trips are few and far between - so you’ve gotta make the most of your travels!

    We’ll also chat about the specialty coffee scene in Calgary, the challenges facing Bolivian coffee production, and of course, we couldn’t leave out a discussion about the Canadian cultural icon—Tim Hortons.
    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!
    Massive thank you Ben for joining the show!
    See what Ben is up to here: https://www.instagram.com/benjaminput/

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  • Welcome back to our ‘World of Coffee Dubai Special!’Today, we’re thrilled to be joined by Majed Altamimi, a prominent figure in Dubai’s coffee scene. As a passionate coffee influencer, Majed uses his platform to showcase and elevate Dubai’s vibrant coffee culture. He’s also dedicated to establishing Dubai as a global coffee hub, drawing in businesses, growers, and coffee enthusiasts from all corners of the world to take part in events like World of Coffee Dubai (including us!).We dive into why Dubai is quickly becoming a coffee trade hotspot, exploring its logistics, infrastructure, and seamless transaction processes. Majed also spills the beans on Dubai’s unique coffee culture, from bustling late-night cafés to the latest market trends, and the growing popularity of the V60 pour-over.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!Thank-you Majed for a fantastic conversation!Find Majed at - @majedmtaInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/majedmta?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Where to find us:Rohan Cooke - @goldenbrown.coffeeInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/goldenbrown.coffee?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Kirk Pearson - @kirkthebaristaInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/kirkthebarista?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Proudly sponsored by Eco Barista! Find them: @ecobaristaInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/eco_barista?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Website:https://www.ecobarista.com.au/ Want more coffee content? Follow us on instagram @itsjustcoffee or browse all of our content here.Love you for listening! Want to get in touch? Hit us up at [email protected] for any questions or comments.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • The Special keeps on specialing…We are so excited for this episode, as we’ve finally pinned down the legend Sam Corra!!Sam is the Director of Coffee at the Australian specialty roastery ‘Ona Coffee’ and General Manager of Nucleus Coffee Tools. In this episode we discuss Ona’s top blends over the years and the emergence of some exciting new origins…(ooooh). We also explore new tech including AI chat bots to improve customer support and the Link Roaster developed by Cafe Logic in New Zealand. Any home brewers listen up! Sam gives some golden advice for anyone wanting to make great coffee at home… (his top 3 tips for better coffee!).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!Massive thanks to Sam Corra for joining us in Dubai!Find Sam at - @drink.coffee.wit.meInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/drink.coffee.wit.me?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Where to find us:Rohan Cooke - @goldenbrown.coffeeInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/goldenbrown.coffee?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Kirk Pearson - @kirkthebaristaInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/kirkthebarista?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Proudly sponsored by Eco Barista! Find them: @ecobaristaInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/eco_barista?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Website:https://www.ecobarista.com.au/ Want more coffee content? Follow us on instagram @itsjustcoffee or browse all of our content here.Love you for listening! Want to get in touch? Hit us up at [email protected] for any questions or comments.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • Day 3 Baby!Our ‘World Of Coffee Dubai Special’ is just heating up… Today we welcome the winner of the 2024 Qatar National Brewers Cup, Eduard Inocencio!Eduard's passion for coffee began in the Philippines, where he first worked as a barista. In 2017, he relocated to Qatar and quickly became a trailblazer of the country's specialty coffee scene. He’s now a production roaster at Honoroast Specialty Coffee and is set to compete in the World Brewers Cup later this year in Jakarta.In today’s show: We discuss the importance of education in the coffee community, Eduardo’s winning brewing techniques, the coffee scene in the Middle East and the global spread of coffee expertise and entrepreneurship. Plus! Eduard delivers an extra hot (and sweet) take involving Dunkin Donuts..? 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!Thank-you to Eduard Inocencio for joining the show, it was such a pleasure!Find Eduard at - @johninorocksInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/johninorocks?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Where to find us:Rohan Cooke - @goldenbrown.coffeeInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/goldenbrown.coffee?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Kirk Pearson - @kirkthebaristaInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/kirkthebarista?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Proudly sponsored by Eco Barista! Find them: @ecobaristaInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/eco_barista?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Website:https://www.ecobarista.com.au/ Want more coffee content? Follow us on instagram @itsjustcoffee or browse all of our content here.Love you for listening! Want to get in touch? Hit us up at [email protected] for any questions or comments.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • Hello there fellow travelers!We’re back with another deep dive from World of Coffee Dubai, and today, we’re welcoming back one of our favorite guests—Simon Gautherin from APAX Lab!Simon and Kirk explore Dubai’s late-night coffee culture and how it compares to Australia, then get into the real secret behind great coffee—water quality. Simon breaks down the science behind minerals in water, why bad water = bad coffee, and how APAX Lab is changing the game with mineral-enhanced solutions.It’s always a pleasure having Simon on the show—his insights into coffee and water science never fail to blow our minds.Where to find Simon & APAX Lab:APAX Lab – Learn more about their mineral-enhanced water solutions: https://www.apaxlab.comWhere to find us:👤 Rohan Cooke: @goldenbrown.coffee👤 Kirk Pearson: @kirkthebarista💚 Proudly sponsored by Eco Barista! Sustainable coffee solutions:📷 @ecobarista | 🌍 Website | https://www.ecobarista.com.au/Thank you for listening to our travels! Want to get in touch? Hit us up at [email protected] for any questions or comments.If you’re new here (welcome!), our show dives into some of the best coffee conversations on the internet—but we’ll always remind ourselves at the end of the day; It’s Just Coffee!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • Hello! It’s our World Of Coffee Dubai Special !, double the caffeine, double the podcasts.Today we welcome Hidenori Izaki! Hidenori is a World Barista Champion, coffee business consultant and founder of Cokuun Coffee Shop. He’s a legend in the coffee world, making history as Japan's first Barista Champion and mentoring others to success, including champion Sasa Sestic. In this episode, we discuss his exclusive ‘reservation-only’ coffee shop and explore his vision of elevating coffee to a fine dining experience. Plus, Hidenori shares his objectives as the latest board member for the SCA, and explains why baristas should become celebrity figures in order to elevate the industry. 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!It was amazing to chat with Hidenori at World of Coffee Dubai! Stay tuned for all the great World of Coffee content coming your way.Find Hidenori at - @hide_izakiInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/hide_izaki?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Where to find us:Rohan Cooke - @goldenbrown.coffeeInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/goldenbrown.coffee?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Kirk Pearson - @kirkthebaristaInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/kirkthebarista?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Proudly sponsored by Eco Barista! Find them: @ecobaristaInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/eco_barista?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Website:https://www.ecobarista.com.au/ Want more coffee content? Follow us on instagram @itsjustcoffee or browse all of our content here.Love you for listening! Want to get in touch? Hit us up at [email protected] for any questions or comments.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • Fahad is an absolute coffee enthusiast, with expertise in coffee roasting, coffee consulting, certified trainer, and judge for international competitions. He is also part of Saudi Coffee Company, a company that strives to put Saudi Arabia on the global coffee map.

    In this conversation, we chat about Saudi Coffee Company’s farming and investment initiatives, Fahad’s passion for sharing Saudi Arabia’s coffee legacy, and we even get his thoughts on Melbourne’s cafe scene. (hint: they should be open past 3pm)

    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!

    Rohan Cooke - https://www.instagram.com/goldenbrown.coffee/

    Kirk Pearson -https://www.instagram.com/kirkthebarista/

    Liam Conroy - https://www.instagram.com/liam_c_o_n_r_o_y/

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  • Hello from Dubai!!Mikael Jasin, the reigning World Barista Champion, took the title at the 2024 competition in South Korea! Now we’re at ‘World of Coffee - Dubai’ asking him some hard hitters; How did it feel to win the Championship…what was his experience as a barista in Melbourne…his thoughts on UAE coffee culture…the top three coffee cities… and how he spends his time when he's not immersed in the coffee world.Plus!! What's next for the future of the specialty coffee scene? Mikael is the perfect person to ask. Dubbed "Indonesian Coffee’s Agent for Change" by Barista Magazine, he's making a significant impact on the coffee industry in Jakarta and around the world.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!Massive thanks to Mikael for joining us for another one of our epic live podcasts at ‘World Of Coffee - Dubai!’. Look out for heaps more expo content on our socials, and stay tuned for more live pods!Find Mikael at: Mikael Jasin - @mikaeljasinInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/mikaeljasin?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Where to find us:Rohan Cooke - @goldenbrown.coffeeInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/goldenbrown.coffee?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Kirk Pearson - @kirkthebaristaInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/kirkthebarista?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Proudly sponsored by Eco Barista! Find them: @ecobaristaInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/eco_barista?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Website:https://www.ecobarista.com.au/ Want more coffee content? Follow us on instagram @itsjustcoffee or browse all of our content here.Love you for listening! Want to get in touch? Hit us up at [email protected] for any questions or comments.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • In this episode of It’s Just Coffee!, we sit down with Wilford Lamastus Jr., a renowned Panamanian coffee farmer, to explore the evolving coffee landscape in Dubai and the rich heritage of Panamanian coffee. Wilford shares the fascinating story of his family’s coffee journey, tracing back to his great-grandfather’s migration from Kentucky to Panama, and how their dedication to Geisha coffee has set world record prices.

    We also dive into the Best of Panama controversy, discussing the debate over infused coffees, transparency in competitions, and the future of specialty coffee ethics. Plus, Wilford gives us a preview of the upcoming World of Coffee event in Panama, a must-watch for coffee lovers worldwide.

    Join us for a deep dive into the tradition, innovation, and challenges shaping the future of coffee with one of the industry’s leading voices.
    ☕️ Listen now and get the inside scoop on the global coffee scene!

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    @lamastusfamilyestates

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    Kirk Pearson - @kirkthebarista
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  • Time for a COFFEE BREAK!

    Today we’re taste testing YOUR COFFEE! Thanks to the incredible roasters who sent in their beans and blends. Plus, we’re experimenting with APAX LAB’s mineral concentrates, Kirk explains Tuesday's ‘huggate’, and Rohan shares his journey to coffee and lifelong competitive streak. Also, Kirk details his brief disillusionment with the coffee industry during covid and subsequent return (the lesson here is just keep swimming!). 

    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.

    Big thanks to Redeemer Coffee Roasters for sending in your coffee!

    Find them at: @redeemer.coffee

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    Rohan Cooke - @goldenbrown.coffee

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    Kirk Pearson  - @kirkthebarista

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    Project Zero Coffee - @projectzero.coffee 

    Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/projectzero.coffee?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== 

    Plus!! Get your hands on some quality beans for home brewing at Golden Brown Coffee.  

    Want to get in touch? Hit us up at [email protected] for any questions or comments.

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  • Yello! We’ve got a treat for you today…Sasa Sestic, aka ‘The Coffee Man,’ is here – and he’s OBSESSED with coffee!Sasa is a World Barista Champion and the founder of Ona Coffee, Project Origin, and Nucleus. In this episode, he shares his incredible journey—from a turbulent childhood in former Yugoslavia to playing handball at the Sydney Olympics, roasting coffee from his garage, and winning the 2015 World Barista Championship in Seattle. He’s done it all!We’ll dive into the ways Sasa has revolutionised the coffee industry: Pioneering methods like carbonic maceration (a fermentation technique that unlocks new flavors), the ‘Compass’ tool, and extract chilling balls. Plus, stick around to hear about the three best coffees he’s ever tasted – you’ll want to try these ASAP!Finally, Sasa shares his thoughts on the future of coffee: Can AI and automation complement the human touch in the art of coffee service?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!Big thanks to Sasa for gracing our humble studio, we absolutely LOVED this conversation!Find Sasa at - @sasasesticInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/sasasestic?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Ona Coffee - @onacoffeeInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/onacoffee?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Where to find us:Rohan Cooke - @goldenbrown.coffeeInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/goldenbrown.coffee?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Kirk Pearson - @kirkthebaristaInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/kirkthebarista?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Proudly sponsored by Eco Barista! Find them: @ecobaristaInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/eco_barista?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Website:https://www.ecobarista.com.au/ Want more coffee content? Follow us on instagram @itsjustcoffee or browse all of our content here.Love you for listening! Want to get in touch? Hit us up at [email protected] for any questions or comments.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • Let us COFFEE BREAK.

    Off the back of our episode with Scott Rao, we have a lot to say about his blunt, no-nonsense approach to coffee. Rohan and Kirk discuss Rao’s ability to read roasting data, as well as the importance of the ‘rate of rise’ curve and the critical ‘flick’ post-crack. 

    We also take a moment to get personal. How have certain health struggles impacted our lives and the lives of our families? It’s a reminder to enjoy life's small moments, including that first sip of a good cup of coffee.

    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.

    Love our content?
    Watch Tuesday’s full episode and all other past eps on YouTube or find them in your podcast feed - and follow us @itsjustcoffee on Instagram!

    Want more of Rohan and Kirk? (duh) 

    Rohan Cooke - @goldenbrown.coffee

    Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/goldenbrown.coffee?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== 

    Kirk Pearson - @kirkthebarista

    Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/kirkthebarista?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== 

    Project Zero Coffee - @projectzero.coffee 

    Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/projectzero.coffee?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== 

    Plus!! Get your hands on some quality beans for home brewing at Golden Brown Coffee.  

    Want to get in touch? Hit us up at [email protected] for any questions or comments.

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  • Today we welcome Scott Rao to the podcast!! Scott is one of the world's most recognised and influential coffee roasters and consultants. He’s had a wild journey: Growing up disliking coffee, opening his first cafe in Massachusetts in 1999 (a story filled with challenges and controversy), and pioneering the cafe scene in NZ and Canada. Now Scott is focused on pushing the coffee industry forward through his writing, consulting work, and development of new roasting technologies. In Today’s Show: We discuss the challenges of roasting in small towns, the benefits of decaf, and the emergence of air roasters. We also dive into the nuances of coffee fermentation, and Scott shares his complicated history with barrel fermenting. In Coffee News: A recent study in the US has shown that drinking coffee in the morning can lower the chance of heart disease. Specifically, the study found that people who drink coffee are 31% less likely to develop heart disease compared to those who don't. Plus!! Our hot takes ignite thought-provoking discussions. We explore the art of roasting, the role of the barista, and the unspoken hierarchy of drink orders. 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!Thank-you so much to Scott for such a rich discussion, come back anytime!Find Scott at - @whereisscottraoInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/whereisscottrao?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Website: https://www.scottrao.com/ Where to find us:Rohan Cooke - @goldenbrown.coffeeInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/goldenbrown.coffee?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Kirk Pearson - @kirkthebaristaInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/kirkthebarista?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Proudly sponsored by Eco Barista! Find them: @ecobaristaInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/eco_barista?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Website:https://www.ecobarista.com.au/ Want more coffee content? Follow us on instagram @itsjustcoffee or browse all of our content here.Love you for listening! Want to get in touch? Hit us up at [email protected] for any questions or comments.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • It’s time for a COFFEE BREAK yooo!

    How can AI help to roast coffee beans? What kind of impact will AI have on artisanal experiences? Why is Japan overtaking Melbourne as the global mecca of coffee? These are some of the questions running through our mind after our incredible chat with Matt Perger. 

    And…stick around for the most important question of all - Who has better meat pies, Australia or New Zealand??

    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.

    Love our content?
    Watch Tuesday’s full episode and all other past eps on YouTube or find them in your podcast feed - and follow us @itsjustcoffee on Instagram!

    Want more of Rohan and Kirk? (duh) 

    Rohan Cooke - @goldenbrown.coffee

    Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/goldenbrown.coffee?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== 

    Kirk Pearson - @kirkthebarista

    Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/kirkthebarista?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== 

    Project Zero Coffee - @projectzero.coffee 

    Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/projectzero.coffee?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== 

    Plus!! Get your hands on some quality beans for home brewing at Golden Brown Coffee.  

    Want to get in touch? Hit us up at [email protected] for any questions or comments.

    Proudly sponsored by Eco Barista! Find them: @ecobarista

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    Website:https://www.ecobarista.com.au/ 

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  • Greetings earthlings. Today we are joined by Matt Perger, a two time world champion barista, award-winning writer, Founder of Barista Hustle and coffee roaster from Melbourne! We’re asking Matt - Is AI friend or foe?! Join us as we deep dive into AI in the coffee industry - from the AI you didn't even know you were using, to its role in optimising logistics, automating coffee shops, and tracking consumer behaviour. Matt has always been pushing the boundaries of coffee science. He’s the Barista who popularised using the EK43 grinder for espresso, sieved coffee grinds for uniform particle size in the WBrC and designed his own tamper (amongst other things). It was epic to hear his take on the future of the industry - he’s a self proclaimed technooptimist!In Coffee (fake) News: Articles circulate claiming a cup of coffee will now cost $12 in Australia, but where are we pulling this number from? Plus!! The hot takes are just getting hotter, with a new city potentially overtaking Melbourne as the coffee capital..? We also deep dive into our dream coffee setup if money were no object!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!It was such a fantastic and informative episode. Massive thanks to Matt for joining the show and sharing his wealth of knowledge.Find Matt at - @matt.pergerInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/matt.perger/?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheetBarista Hustle - @baristahustleInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/baristahustle?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Get more information on AI at - https://www.lesswrong.com/ Where to find us:Rohan Cooke - @goldenbrown.coffeeInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/goldenbrown.coffee?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Kirk Pearson - @kirkthebaristaInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/kirkthebarista?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Proudly sponsored by Eco Barista! Find them: @ecobaristaInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/eco_barista?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Website:https://www.ecobarista.com.au/ Want more coffee content? Follow us on instagram @itsjustcoffee or browse all of our content here.Love you for listening! Want to get in touch? Hit us up at [email protected] for any questions or comments.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • 3,2,1, BREAK. 

    What is the cheapest way to serve elite coffee at home? What do we predict for the future of decaf? How do you make your barista competition routine stand out? We’re serving up hot takes and sharing our cafe brunch favorites. 

    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.

    Love our content?
    Watch Tuesday’s full episode and all other past eps on YouTube or find them in your podcast feed - and follow us @itsjustcoffee on Instagram!

    Want more of Rohan and Kirk? (duh) 

    Rohan Cooke - @goldenbrown.coffee

    Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/goldenbrown.coffee?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== 

    Kirk Pearson - @kirkthebarista

    Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/kirkthebarista?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== 

    Project Zero Coffee - @projectzero.coffee 

    Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/projectzero.coffee?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== 

    Plus!! Get your hands on some quality beans for home brewing at Golden Brown Coffee.  

    Want to get in touch? Hit us up at [email protected] for any questions or comments.

    Proudly sponsored by Eco Barista! Find them: @ecobarista

    Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/eco_barista?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==  
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