211 episodes

Ashley Rodriguez talks to folks about gender, race, sex, and other important issues in coffee. We invite people from all realms of the coffee world to share stories and engage in discussion - we want to hear from you! Contact us at bossbaristapodcast@gmail.com

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    • Society & Culture
    • 4.4 • 87 Ratings

Ashley Rodriguez talks to folks about gender, race, sex, and other important issues in coffee. We invite people from all realms of the coffee world to share stories and engage in discussion - we want to hear from you! Contact us at bossbaristapodcast@gmail.com

    Fermentation in Coffee With Lucia Solis

    Fermentation in Coffee With Lucia Solis

    Breaking down the microbes that help break down coffee with fermentation expert Lucia Solis.



    A full transcript of this episode is available at bossbarista.substack.com

    • 50 min
    Jessica Easto Breaks Down the Tasting Notes of S'mores

    Jessica Easto Breaks Down the Tasting Notes of S'mores

    The author of "How to Taste Coffee" talks expectations, effervescence, and finding joy and delight in drinking coffee.



    A full transcript of this episode is available at bossbarista.substack.com

    • 42 min
    LaChrista McArthur Did Her High School Capstone Project on Coffee

    LaChrista McArthur Did Her High School Capstone Project on Coffee

    The Charlotte-based coffee consultant threw herself into the industry at a young age—and now has a wealth of thoughts to share about loyalty, robot baristas, and the best coffee cities in the world.



    A full transcript is available at bossbarista.substack.com

    • 43 min
    Negotiating a Contract with the Madison Sourdough Union

    Negotiating a Contract with the Madison Sourdough Union

    Workers at Madison Sourdough are striving to ratify their first contract—a process that's proven to be more hampered by management than they anticipated.



    A full transcript of this episode is available at bossbarista.substack.com

    • 29 min
    Mandy Naglich Time Travels with Smell

    Mandy Naglich Time Travels with Smell

    The author of the new book "How to Taste: A Guide to Discovering Flavor and Savoring Life," talks building up your sensory skills and unlocking more enriching experiences.



    A full transcript of this episode is available at bossbarista.substack.com

    • 44 min
    Context Matters with Junior's Roasted Coffee

    Context Matters with Junior's Roasted Coffee

    Coffee is in crisis, and one of the big problems is that some farmers aren't paid enough to cover their production costs. A new template from the team at Junior's Roasted Coffee looks to change that.



    A full transcript of this episode is available at bossbarista.substack.com

    • 46 min

Customer Reviews

4.4 out of 5
87 Ratings

87 Ratings

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Standard Pour episode!

I loved this episode! Very thoughtful and thorough interviewing really brought out the reflections and the experiences of a Black women-owned coffee business owner and first-time entrepreneur.

My key takeaway is that sometimes it’s daunting to realize your visions, but once you start working towards it, you find community willing and able to support you in manifesting your dreams along the way.
Keep doing what you do!

abbyelizaa ,

Amazing resource

I’ve been a listener for years and am finally getting around to reviewing. This podcast is a PHENOMENAL resource for all things coffee. Managing tips? Got em. How to get into competition? It’s here. Unionization efforts? Covered. Roasting and sourcing conversations? Oh you betcha. Love it and cannot recommend this podcast enough.

Old Man Beans ,

Amazing

I'm kind of surprised that this show doesn't have more reviews. It's given me so much information and resources to move forward in the coffee community. Ashley does a wonderful job of highlighting the issues that this industry faces.

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