The Proper Cap: A Madcap Coffee Podcast

Madcap Coffee

An unfiltered dive into coffee, hospitality, and small business. Sitting down with friends across industries - bartenders, photographers, mug makers, and more - for in-depth conversations on the work folks are doing, what motivates them, and their expert tips that everyone should know. Expect candid interviews, hot takes, and plenty of tasty things. Tune in bi-monthly for good coffee and tasty banter.

Episodes

  1. OCT 31

    Ep 10: Coffee Farming and the Next Generation of Coffee Farmers with Ashley Prentice of Finca de Dios

    On this episode, Trevor and Josiah call up long time (15+ years!) producer partner, specialty coffee genius, and friend, Ashley Prentice, to talk all things coffee in Guatemala. Ashley and her family operate Finca de Dios in Fraijanes, Guatemala. We get so excited to bring their coffee in each year — keep an eye out for Finca de Dios varieties returning to menus this winter! Shenanigans include: Ashley's unconventional path from med school to getting a master's degree in coffee science and economics; why she launched Gento, her own coffee company; struggles of inspiring the next generation of coffee farmers; new projects and experiments at Finca de Dios.  Thanks for tuning in to TPC! New episodes twice a month. Episode Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Background 03:01 Journey into Coffee: From Family Legacy to Passion 06:01 Education and Professional Development in Coffee 08:53 Transitioning from Academia to Industry 11:50 The Impact of a Master's Degree on Career 14:49 Working in the Coffee Industry: Insights and Experiences 17:52 Future Aspirations and the Launch of Gentoo Coffee 21:24 The Journey into Coffee Trading 24:40 Returning to Guatemala: Opportunities and Challenges 27:08 Empowering the Next Generation in Coffee 32:00 Introducing Gento: A New Coffee Model 36:25 Building Quality Consumption in Guatemala 39:10 Creating Direct Relationships in Coffee Trading 46:21 Building a Passionate Team in Coffee 47:40 The Journey of Finca de Dios 48:28 Innovations in Coffee Processing 51:29 Exploring Coffee Varieties and Experimentation 55:22 The Importance of Quality Seeds 01:01:17 Exciting New Projects and Future Directions Check out Madcap Coffee: Website: Madcapcoffee.com Everywhere on socials: @madcapcoffee  Check out Ashley Prentice, Finca de Dios, and Gento Coffee:  Website: www.gentocoffee.com Socials:  @ashleyprentice1 @fincadedios @gentocoffee Music: Blue Shell by Connor Price and K. Keed

    1h 2m
  2. AUG 15

    Ep 7: Building a Bridge Between Farmers and Roasters with Ruth Ann Church of Artisan Coffee Imports

    On this episode, Trevor and Josiah sit down with founder of Artisan Coffee Imports Ruth Ann Church to discuss her experience intentionally importing coffees from East Africa. Madcap works with Ruth Ann and Artisan Coffee Imports to contract Ejo Heza, a delicious coffee grown by an all-womens group within the Kopakama Co-Op in Rwanda. Shenanigans include:  Ruth Ann’s unconventional start in the coffee industry, moving her family to Rwanda for a year, and the challenges of growing a small remote team. Thanks for tuning in to TPC! New episodes twice a month. Episode chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Artisan Coffee Imports 02:44 Ruth Ann's Journey into Coffee Importing 05:26 The Importance of Economic Development in Coffee 08:12 The Role of Women in Coffee Production 11:18 Sustainability in Coffee: A Holistic Approach 14:36 Building Relationships with Coffee Producers 17:25 The Impact of Education and Training 20:31 Team Growth and Management Challenges 23:24 Creating a Positive Team Culture 43:48 Planning Team Bonding Activities 45:53 Creating a Social Environment 48:34 Team Growth and Future Plans 53:09 The Evolution of Coffee Culture in Michigan 57:45 Challenges in the Coffee Industry 59:31 Building Relationships with Producers Check out Madcap Coffee: Website: Madcapcoffee.com Everywhere on socials: @madcapcoffee  Check out Artisan Coffee Imports:  Website: artisancoffeeimports.com Socials: @artisan_coffeeimports Music: Blue Shell by Connor Price and K. Keed

    1 hr
  3. JUL 11

    Ep 5: Cocktail Commonality with Abigail Gullo of Loa Bar

    On this episode, Trevor and Josiah sit down in San Franciso, California with Abigail Gullo. Creative Director at Loa Bar at the International House Hotel in New Orleans, Louisiana, Abigail met Trevor and Josiah after working together at Chris Thile's Acousticamp, where they each taught cocktail and coffee classes side by side for 3 summers in a row. Shenanigans include: Bartending at 7 years old, the ideal way to order a drink from a bartender, and through lines between coffee, cocktails, and music. Thanks for tuning in to TPC! New episodes twice a month. Episode chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Culinary Delights 02:03 The Art of Cocktails and Regional Influences 03:59 Abigail's Journey into Bartending 08:07 The Importance of Storytelling in Cocktails 12:01 Building Community Through Hospitality 15:59 Navigating Emotional Energy in Service 19:49 Memorable Bar Experiences and Culture 23:48 New Orleans: The Heart of Cocktail Culture 30:26 Empowering Bartenders with Coffee Knowledge 32:18 The Cocktail Expo Experience 34:11 The Importance of History in Cocktails 36:35 The Ritual of Drinking: Coffee and Cocktails 39:27 Creating Unique Cocktails: A Bartender's Perspective 39:56 Ordering Drinks: The Ideal Bartender Experience 44:58 Adapting to Non-Alcoholic Options 48:09 Inspiring the Community Through Cocktails 51:58 Bridging the Gap Between Coffee and Cocktails Check out Abbie Gullo: Instagram:   ⁨@AbigailGullo⁩   Check out Madcap Coffee: Website: Madcapcoffee.com Everywhere on socials: @madcapcoffee  Music: Blue Shell by Connor Price and K. Keed

    57 min

Ratings & Reviews

4.4
out of 5
7 Ratings

About

An unfiltered dive into coffee, hospitality, and small business. Sitting down with friends across industries - bartenders, photographers, mug makers, and more - for in-depth conversations on the work folks are doing, what motivates them, and their expert tips that everyone should know. Expect candid interviews, hot takes, and plenty of tasty things. Tune in bi-monthly for good coffee and tasty banter.