The Barista Friend Podcast

Barista Friend
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Imagine standing in line at your favorite coffee shop, eavesdropping on the barista's conversation with the customer in front of you. Turns out, that customer is EXTREMELY creative and interesting, maybe even low-key famous, and the barista is a pretty good interviewer, too (thanks to an undergraduate degree in communication arts from a state institution). Welcome to the Barista Friend podcast! Join barista trainer and songwriter Miranda Haney in living-room conversations with Austin musicians, chefs, comedians, and other creatives about their coffee preferences and creative practices.

Episodes

  1. 02/17/2025

    11. Earl Grey for Jake Ames (Good Looks)

    Miranda brews a pot of earl grey tea for Jake Ames of Good Looks and the Stacks! If you know Jake, you love Jake. He's an Austin musician with a big personality and an even bigger heart. You can catch him shredding lead guitar on tour with Good Looks or singing his heart songs with The Stacks and his new project, Knife Channel. In this episode, we talk about tea, growing up in Kerrville, the lifestyle of a touring musician, Jake's numerous near-death experiences, and Waffle House. The Barista Friend Podcast is produced, recorded, and edited by Miranda Haney in Austin, TX. Anthony Bazzini created the theme music. The fine folks at Binx Corp Espresso help make this podcast possible. To support the podcast, please rate, subscribe, and share with a friend you think might like it! For more content and unedited episodes, follow along on Substack. For coffee classes, barista training, and private coffee events, please visit our website or follow on Instagram. Morsels to explore-sel: good looks the stacks kerrville folk festival spirit tea fleet coffee one piece suicide (band)

    1h 1m

  2. 01/21/2025

    10. ORDER COFFEE LIKE A PRO

    A definitive guide for coffee shop newbies. Quit your Starbucks habit for good and visit a local cafe! In this episode, Miranda teaches you about all the typical drinks on a cafe menu, from espresso to latte and everything in-between. Then, she'll teach you how to order your coffee like a pro. You could be your barista's new favorite customer! Wouldn't that be GRAND!? For coffee classes, private lessons, events, and more, visit www.yourbaristafriend.com or follow us on Instagram and Substack! Timestamps: 3:10 - espresso 8:10 - macchiato 10:30 - cortado 12:12 - cappuccino 14:19 - flat white 16:26 - latte 18:16 - americano 19:50 - regular coffee 20:20 - au lait 20:45 - red eye, black eye, etc. 21:26 - matcha latte 22:00 - london fog 22:11 - chai latte 22:48 - cold brew 23:18 - signature drinks 23:36 - pour over 24:17 - coffee shop etiquette 26:00 - how to order your drink 30:00 - practice ordering your drink 33:51 - other considerations 34:20 - review game

    37 min

  3. 01/06/2025

    9. Latte for Henry Smith

    Miranda makes a whole milk hot latte for graphic designer, Henry Smith! Henry is the brilliant mind behind the aesthetic design of Barista Friend. He's a talented visual and culinary artist and manages the design lab at the University of Texas, including the Rob Roy Kelly collection. In this episode, we talk about design, Henry's approach to the food pop-up, and creating your own opportunities. The Barista Friend Podcast is produced, recorded, and edited by Miranda Haney in Austin, TX. Anthony Bazzini created the theme music. The fine folks at Binx Corp Espresso help make this podcast possible. To support the podcast, please rate, subscribe, and share with a friend you think might like it! For exclusive content and unedited episodes, follow along on Substack. For coffee classes, barista training, and private coffee events, please visit our website or follow on Instagram! Morsels to explore: rob roy kelly collection henry's instagram griddle biz instagram sorellina coffee barista friend classes cat and cloud coffee casa de luz the little island (evanston, IL)

    51 min

  4. 11/25/2024

    8. Decaf for hemlock

    Miranda brews a couple of decaf pour-overs for Carolina Chauffe of hemlock!!! hemlock is the ongoing folk experiment of Louisiana-born multi-disciplinary artist and independent musician Carolina Chauffe and various rotating collaborators (2018-present). Her music is a heart archive, erring on the side of the earnest, imperfect, prolific, with tender finger-picking and sun-glinted harmonies. Her studio album '444' was independently released on October 11, 2024. The Barista Friend Podcast is produced, recorded, and edited by Miranda Haney in Austin, Texas. Anthony Bazzini created the theme music. The fine folks at Binx Corp Espresso help make this podcast possible. To support the podcast, rate, subscribe and share with a friend you think might like it! For exclusive content and unedited episodes, follow along on Substack. For coffee classes, barista training, and private coffee events, please visit our website or follow on Instagram! Morsels to explore: barista friend substack carolina's substack wizard rodeo little mazarn thor and friends hemlock bandcamp the decaf project (james hoffman) methodical coffee roasters le nez du cafe on being podcast

    1h 30m

  5. 11/14/2024 · BONUS

    PRO TIP: Pre-Shift Meditation ✨

    Get grounded and energized for your next barista shift with this short guided meditation! This is a little taste of my daily meditation practice, just for you. Note: I am not a certified meditation teacher! Just a professional barista who believes in love and compassion. I hope this helps you show up 100% to your next shift!

    8 min

  6. 10/28/2024

    7. Iced Honey Lattes for Felt Out

    Miranda makes two iced honey lattes for the sweeties of Felt Out! Felt Out is the ongoing creative exploration of Sowmya Somanath and Walter Nichols. Their sound is genre-defying and expansive, drawing inspiration from classical composers, the natural world, and modern pop music. They are recent recipients of the Austin Live Music Fund and are currently working on a theatrical production. The Barista Friend Podcast is produced, recorded, and edited by Miranda Haney in Austin, Texas. Anthony Bazzini created the theme music. The fine folks at ⁠Binx Corp Espresso⁠ help make this podcast possible. To support the podcast, rate, subscribe and share with a friend you think might like it! For exclusive content and unedited episodes, ⁠follow along on Substack⁠. For coffee classes, barista training, and private coffee events, please ⁠visit our website⁠ or follow on ⁠Instagram⁠! Morsels to explore: Felt Out Plume Girl (Sowmya's solo project) Home Baker (Walter's solo project) Hello Bread World Barista Championship Alexandre Family Farm Two Hives Honey Methodical Coffee Petrushka Bharatanatyam dance Ewi Tanpura

    1h 4m

  7. 09/30/2024

    6. Latte for Jane Ellen Bryant

    Miranda makes a whole milk (!!!) latte for singer/songwriter Jane Ellen Bryant. Jane is an Austin-based musician and one half of the pop duo Jane Leo. She has a degree in vocal performance with an emphasis on music business from Belmont University. She's the winner of the "Best New Band" and "Best Female Vocalist" at the Austin Music Awards, has toured the country, played ACL and Bottlerock music festivals, and currently has her songs licensed in various advertisements and TV shows. The Barista Friend Podcast is produced, recorded, and edited by Miranda Haney in Austin, Texas. Anthony Bazzini created the theme music. The fine folks at ⁠Binx Corp Espresso⁠ help make this podcast possible. To support the podcast, rate, subscribe and share with a friend you think might like it! For exclusive content and unedited episodes, ⁠follow along on Substack⁠. For coffee classes, barista training, and private coffee events, please ⁠visit our website⁠ or follow on ⁠Instagram⁠! Morsels to explore: Jane Ellen Bryant Jane Leo Leopold and his Fiction The House of Songs Superthing To Be Magnetic Podcast Mali Velasquez Youth Lagoon Wallice

    1h 26m

  8. 08/26/2024

    5. Espresso for Jak Michael Ryan (Proud Mary)

    Miranda dials in an espresso recipe for (with?) the legendary Jak Michael Ryan of Proud Mary Coffee. Besides being the global coffee lead for one of the world's most boundary-pushing (literally) roasting companies, Jak is a competitive ballroom dancer, boxer, and barista champion. His approach to coffee is simple science, and his passion for stand-out hospitality is palpable. In this episode, we dial in a washed Pacas from Honduras on espresso using yield and grind size. We discuss what separates the goods from the greats in coffee and dance. And most importantly, our Aussie friend says ONCE AND FOR ALL ... What is a flat white? What is a long black?? Why is everyone so OBSESSED with the Melbourne coffee scene??? The Barista Friend Podcast is produced, recorded, and edited by Miranda Haney in Austin, Texas. Anthony Bazzini created the theme music. The fine folks at ⁠Binx Corp Espresso⁠ help make this podcast possible. To support the podcast, rate, subscribe and share with a friend you think might like it! For exclusive content and unedited episodes, ⁠follow along on Substack⁠. For coffee classes, barista training, and private coffee events, please ⁠visit our website⁠ or follow on ⁠Instagram⁠! Morsels to explore: Olvidio Gomez All about the Pacas variety La Marzocco Mahlkonig EK43 Jak on Instagram ST. ALi George Howell Saint Frank

    1h 31m

  9. 07/29/2024

    4. Coconut Flash Brew for Lindy (@dodgygrl)

    Miranda makes a flash-brewed iced coffee with coconut syrup for the very lovely Lindy (⁠@dodgygrl⁠). Lindy is a freelance makeup artist based in Austin. She co-founded the popular social media account @dupethat and currently works on local projects for music, film, and television. In this episode, we make a flash brew (iced pour-over) with a tasty DIY toasted coconut syrup. Lindy and Miranda chat about how social media affects an artistic life, how Lindy approaches creative makeup, and that one time Lindy worked at Starbucks for two weeks. You can find Lindy's work on Instagram @dodgygrl or ⁠@lindyartistry⁠. The Barista Friend Podcast is produced, recorded, and edited by Miranda Haney in Austin, Texas. Anthony Bazzini created the theme music. The fine folks at ⁠⁠⁠Binx Corp Espresso⁠⁠⁠ help make this podcast possible. To support the podcast, rate, subscribe and share with a friend you think might like it! For exclusive content and unedited episodes, ⁠⁠⁠follow along on Substack⁠⁠⁠. For coffee classes, barista training, and private coffee events, please ⁠⁠⁠visit our website⁠⁠⁠ or follow on ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠! Morsels to explore: ⁠Good Vibes by Greater Goods ⁠ ⁠Origami Brewer⁠ ⁠Third Wave Water⁠ ⁠Dupe That⁠ ⁠Fix+ by Mac ⁠

    1h 2m

  10. 06/24/2024

    3. Fruity Pour Over for Zack Wiggs

    Miranda brews a kooky watermelon co-ferment for Austin's sweetest, busiest pedal steel player, Mr. Zack Wiggs! Zack Wiggs is a multi-talented musician from Lake Jackson, TX. You can hear him rip the pedal steel guitar in several local projects, including the Oh Hellos, Brody Price, Pelvis Wrestley, and Harry and Emmy. Most recently, Zack won a 2024 Austin Music Award for Best Miscellaneous Instrument (pedal steel). He's currently working full-time as a session musician and touring band member. The Barista Friend Podcast is produced, recorded, and edited by Miranda Haney in Austin, Texas. Anthony Bazzini created the theme music. The fine folks at ⁠⁠⁠Binx Corp Espresso⁠⁠⁠ help make this podcast possible. To support the podcast, rate, subscribe and share with a friend you think might like it! For exclusive content and unedited episodes, ⁠⁠⁠follow along on Substack⁠⁠⁠. For coffee classes, barista training, and private coffee events, please ⁠⁠⁠visit our website⁠⁠⁠ or follow on ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠! Morsels to explore: Melondo Colombia (watermelon co-ferment) by Dak Coffee Roasters Edison Coffee Roasters Greater Goods Coffee Black and White Coffee Roasters Desnudo Fellow Opus Grinder Origami Dripper The Oh Hello's Sweeney Todd Into the Woods Walker Lukens Brody Price Susan Alcorn

    1h 13m

  11. 05/27/2024

    2. Americano for Thom Waddill (Font)

    Miranda makes a fruit-forward hot americano for Thom Waddill of Font!!! Font is a post-punk band based in Austin, TX, and coincidentally, some of my very best friends! Thom Waddill and Jack Owens began writing the music that would become Font in late 2020. They started playing live shows in 2022 to rave reviews and huge crowds of dancing bodies. This week, they head out on a West Coast tour supporting Yard Act. Their debut album, Strange Burden, is out on July 12, 2024. TThe Barista Friend Podcast is produced, recorded, and edited by Miranda Haney in Austin, Texas. Anthony Bazzini created the theme music. The fine folks at ⁠⁠⁠⁠Binx Corp Espresso⁠⁠⁠⁠ help make this podcast possible. To support the podcast, rate, subscribe and share with a friend you think might like it! For exclusive content and unedited episodes, ⁠⁠⁠⁠follow along on Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠. For coffee classes, barista training, and private coffee events, please ⁠⁠⁠⁠visit our website⁠⁠⁠⁠ or follow on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠! Morsels to explore: Proud Mary Coffee Font Virgil Vigil stunts Sofia Mock Schlagenheim by Black Midi Samuel Taylor Coleridge  John Ashbery Joan Mitchell  Trouble Will Find Me by The National

    41 min

  12. 05/20/2024

    1. Who is Barista Friend?

    Hey, I'm Miranda! In the first episode of my first official podcast, I spill the beans about my background in theater and music, how I got my first barista job, why I fell in love with coffee, and all the steps I took in the last eight years that resulted in me starting my own coffee training business in 2023. The Barista Friend podcast is like eavesdropping on the barista having an interesting conversation with the customer in front of you. Turns out, that customer is super creative and very interesting and maybe even low-key famous. I hope this podcast inspires you to think a little deeper about your next cup of coffee, and be an active participant in your life. I hope it moves you to go see a movie, pick up the guitar, or go to a coffee class this weekend!!! The Barista Friend Podcast is produced, recorded, and edited by Miranda Haney in Austin, Texas. Anthony Bazzini created the theme music. The fine folks at ⁠⁠⁠⁠Binx Corp Espresso⁠⁠⁠⁠ help make this podcast possible. To support the podcast, rate, subscribe and share with a friend you think might like it! For exclusive content and unedited episodes, ⁠⁠⁠⁠follow along on Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠. For coffee classes, barista training, and private coffee events, please ⁠⁠⁠⁠visit our website⁠⁠⁠⁠ or follow on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠!

    30 min
  • 12 Episodes

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Imagine standing in line at your favorite coffee shop, eavesdropping on the barista's conversation with the customer in front of you. Turns out, that customer is EXTREMELY creative and interesting, maybe even low-key famous, and the barista is a pretty good interviewer, too (thanks to an undergraduate degree in communication arts from a state institution). Welcome to the Barista Friend podcast! Join barista trainer and songwriter Miranda Haney in living-room conversations with Austin musicians, chefs, comedians, and other creatives about their coffee preferences and creative practices.

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  • Creator
    Barista Friend
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    12
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Barista Friend
  • Show Website
    The Barista Friend Podcast