IT’S JUST COFFEE!

Ben Bicknell & Rohan Cooke
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Whether you’re a world barista champion brewing a $150 rare coffee from the hills of Panama, or you’re stirring a spoon of instant coffee in boiling water, at the end of the day, It’s Just Coffee! It’s Just Coffee! is a podcast for all those coffee lovers out there and we're endeavouring on a journey to find the perfect cup. Not only will we be talking to the world’s best coffee makers and roasters, we’re going to be talking to athletes, comedians, celebrities and anyone that just loves a great cup of coffee. The coffee community around the world is engaged and passionate (sometimes to a fault), and we want to explore some of the biggest debates that happen across the Internet, and in the local cafe around the corner from you. Questions like: • Which country has the best coffee in the world? • Should it be illegal to mix milk in black coffee? • Is Starbucks actually coffee? We’ll dive into some of the best coffee conversations on the internet, but we will always remind ourselves at the end of the day, that It’s Just Coffee!

  1. How to Get Hired (And Not Get Fired) in Coffee | COFFEE BREAK!

    15H AGO

    How to Get Hired (And Not Get Fired) in Coffee | COFFEE BREAK!

    Rohan and Ben unpack the slippery hiring process, sharing tips that make staff acquisition simple! Plus we break down the golden rules for getting hired (and not getting fired) as a barista. Also, gym bros’ prayers are answered… Creatine and protein coffee has hit the market. We unpack the trend of adding supplements to coffee, does your business need to jump on it?  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. Want more coffee content?  IT'S JUST COFFEE: https://linktr.ee/itsjustcoffeepod?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=4e8cead0-6644-4c4a-b419-28c825b1b236 Want to get in touch? Hit us up at hello@itsjustcoffeepod.com for any questions or comments. Proudly sponsored by: Marco Beverage Systems: https://www.instagram.com/marcobeveragesystems/  Apax Lab: https://apaxlab.com/ Condesa Co.Lab: https://condesacolab.com.au/   Riverina Fresh: https://www.riverinafresh.com.au/ Thanks for listening!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    24 min
  2. Become a Barista in 2026 | w Melbourne Coffee Academy Founder CHARLES SKADIANG!

    2D AGO

    Become a Barista in 2026 | w Melbourne Coffee Academy Founder CHARLES SKADIANG!

    Becoming a barista sounds simple enough… but how do you actually get your foot in the door, and once you're in, how can you turn coffee into a sustainable career?  Today we’re joined by Founder of Melbourne Coffee Academy, Charles Skadiang. With over 20 years experience, and a specialised understanding of the role of the barista, Charles tells all; sharing invaluable insight about how to make it in the coffee industry as a barista and beyond.  00:00 Intro 01:21 Charles Skadiang Joins the Podcast 02:53 Getting Started in Coffee 04:44 Why Melbourne Coffee Academy Exists 07:17 Barista Training & Courses 11:20 Roles Behind the Coffee Bar 13:06 Career Paths in Coffee 16:32 Can You Make Money in Coffee? 21:33 Skills Every Barista Needs 25:39 Automation & the Modern Barista 28:31 Master Barista Certification 36:32 Running a High-Volume Café 43:33 Building a Long-Term Coffee Career Big thanks to Charles for joining the show!  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! Charles Skadiang: https://www.instagram.com/charlesskadiang/  Melbourne Coffee Academy: https://www.instagram.com/melbcoffeeacademy/ https://www.melbournecoffeeacademy.com.au/ Want more coffee content?  IT'S JUST COFFEE: https://linktr.ee/itsjustcoffeepod?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=4e8cead0-6644-4c4a-b419-28c825b1b236 Want to get in touch? Hit us up at hello@itsjustcoffeepod.com for any questions or comments. Proudly sponsored by: Marco Beverage Systems: https://www.instagram.com/marcobeveragesystems/  Apax Lab: https://apaxlab.com/ Condesa Co.Lab: https://condesacolab.com.au/  Riverina Fresh: https://www.riverinafresh.com.au/ Thanks for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 5m
  3. The Internet VS the Top 10 Cafes List | COFFEE BREAK!

    MAR 4

    The Internet VS the Top 10 Cafes List | COFFEE BREAK!

    There’s some spicy discourse surrounding the viral Top 10 Cafes TikTok! Plus we unpack the controversial 10-year-old beans released by Passenger Coffee, and Dunkin’s 48-ounce bucket of iced coffee that’s currently taking over the internet. Also, what does it entail to join La Marzocco’s recently launched True Artisan Club? All this and more on this week’s Coffee Break!  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. Want more coffee content?  IT'S JUST COFFEE: https://linktr.ee/itsjustcoffeepod?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=4e8cead0-6644-4c4a-b419-28c825b1b236 Want to get in touch? Hit us up at hello@itsjustcoffeepod.com for any questions or comments. Proudly sponsored by  Eco Barista: https://www.ecobarista.com.au/   Apax Lab: https://apaxlab.com/ Condesa Co.Lab: https://condesacolab.com.au/   Riverina Fresh: https://www.riverinafresh.com.au/ Thanks for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    31 min

  4. MAR 2

    How to Build a Coffee Business that Lasts | LAILA GHAMBARI!

    Learn how to become a coffee entrepreneur from the absolute best!  Laila Ghambari is a US Barista Champion, owner of Guilder Coffee Company, and runs her own coffee consulting business. She joins us to discuss the myriad of ways in which someone can step into coffee business ownership… there’s more options than just opening a cafe! Plus, she shares what it’s really like being a CEO and a mum at the same time. 00:00 – Why “cool cafés” often lose money 00:21 – Meet LAILA GHAMBARI! (Barista Champion → business owner) 02:18 – The reality of owning a café (not what you think) 05:20 – Buy vs build: the smartest way to start 10:52 – The lowest-risk way to test a coffee business 12:10 – Are you actually ready to own a café? 16:52 – The mindset shift: barista → owner 18:25 – Why business skills matter more than coffee skills 21:02 – Early mistakes & learning profitability fast 24:17 – The truth about hype vs profitable cafés 27:50 – Building networks & learning from others 31:41 – Funding your café (loans, family, partnerships) 35:13 – Why you should avoid giving away ownership 43:36 – Motherhood, leadership & running a business 55:52 – Final advice: just start (and figure it out) Fantastic conversation, thank-you so much for joining the show Laila. 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! Laila Ghambari: https://www.instagram.com/lailaghambari/  Guilder Coffee: https://www.instagram.com/guildercoffee/ Want more coffee content?  IT'S JUST COFFEE: https://linktr.ee/itsjustcoffeepod?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=4e8cead0-6644-4c4a-b419-28c825b1b236 Want to get in touch? Hit us up at hello@itsjustcoffeepod.com for any questions or comments. Proudly sponsored by: Marco Beverage Systems: https://www.instagram.com/marcobeveragesystems/  Apax Lab: https://apaxlab.com/ Condesa Co.Lab: https://condesacolab.com.au/   Riverina Fresh: https://www.riverinafresh.com.au/ Thanks for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 12m
  5. Do These Things to Brew 10% Better | COFFEE BREAK!

    FEB 25

    Do These Things to Brew 10% Better | COFFEE BREAK!

    Simple tips from a Brewers Champion that will improve your filter coffee immediately! We also discuss the outcomes of investing in quality coffee rather than equipment, and the significance of consistent water quality in brewing preparation.  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. Want more coffee content?  IT'S JUST COFFEE: https://linktr.ee/itsjustcoffeepod?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=4e8cead0-6644-4c4a-b419-28c825b1b236 Want to get in touch? Hit us up at hello@itsjustcoffeepod.com for any questions or comments. Proudly sponsored by: Marco Beverage Systems: https://www.instagram.com/marcobeveragesystems/  Apax Lab: https://apaxlab.com/ Condesa Co.Lab: https://condesacolab.com.au/   Riverina Fresh: https://www.riverinafresh.com.au/ Thanks for listening!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    24 min

  6. FEB 23

    Mastering Filter Coffee | TOM HUTCHINS of CODE BLACK!

    Tom Hutchins is a three time Brewers Cup Champion, and the Head of Coffee Training at Code Black Coffee in Melbourne… So who better to spill the secrets of advanced filter brewing! Tom’s seasoned experience lends a hand to anyone who wants to brew better coffee, from home baristas just getting into filter, to cafe owners wanting to maintain fresh batches.  Plus, stay tuned for Tom’s $1K brewing setup that will change your life (or at least your coffee).  Thank-you Tom for your time and generous insight, it's a must listen.  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! Tom Hutchins: https://www.instagram.com/tomrhutchins/ Code Black Coffee: https://codeblackcoffee.com.au/ Want more coffee content?  IT'S JUST COFFEE: https://linktr.ee/itsjustcoffeepod?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=4e8cead0-6644-4c4a-b419-28c825b1b236 Want to get in touch? Hit us up at hello@itsjustcoffeepod.com for any questions or comments. Proudly sponsored by  Eco Barista: https://www.ecobarista.com.au/   Apax Lab: https://apaxlab.com/   Riverina Fresh: https://www.riverinafresh.com.au/ Thanks for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 22m
  7. Top 100 Coffee Shops in the World! | COFFEE BREAK

    FEB 18

    Top 100 Coffee Shops in the World! | COFFEE BREAK

    We’re back from World of Coffee Dubai, sharing our biggest takeaways from the craziest coffee event of the year! Plus we break down the 2026 'World's 100 Best Coffee Shop' rankings… the list may surprise you!  00:00 Dubai Coffee Recap 03:59 The $1,000 Coffee 06:03 Luxury Coffee Debate 10:22 Competition Drinks in Cafes 12:13 New Brewer Controversy 14:56 Coffee Market Update 17:23 Top 10 Coffee Shops 20:20 How the List Is Judged 25:17 Sydney vs Melbourne 28:32 Best Cafes Per Capita 31:04 Final Thoughts Check out the full list here: https://theworlds100bestcoffeeshops.c...  World of Coffee Dubai: https://www.instagram.com/worldofcoffeedubai/   Want more coffee content?  IT'S JUST COFFEE: https://linktr.ee/itsjustcoffeepod?ut... Want to get in touch? Hit us up at hello@itsjustcoffeepod.com for any questions or comments. Proudly sponsored by  Eco Barista: https://www.ecobarista.com.au/   Apax Lab: https://apaxlab.com/    Riverina Fresh: https://www.riverinafresh.com.au/  Thanks for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    33 min
  8. He Brought Specialty Coffee to DUBAI?! | Ryan Godinho

    FEB 16

    He Brought Specialty Coffee to DUBAI?! | Ryan Godinho

    Ryan Godinho is an Australian entrepreneur behind Dubai’s Stomping Grounds café and Specialty Batch Coffee roastery. He played a critical role in the development of the specialty coffee scene in the UAE, setting origin trends, launching coffee competitions, and training the first generation of specialty baristas.  We spoke to Ryan about the early days of specialty coffee in Dubai (a throwback to the 2010s), his Melbourne-inspired, hospitality-led approach to Stomping Grounds, and the role of AI in the future of coffee. Thank-you to Ryan for sharing your story, and to World of Coffee Dubai for making this episode possible.  World of Coffee Dubai: https://www.instagram.com/worldofcoffeedubai/  Ryan Godinho: https://www.instagram.com/ryangodinho/ Stomping Grounds: https://www.instagram.com/stompinggroundsdxb/  Want more coffee content?  IT'S JUST COFFEE: https://linktr.ee/itsjustcoffeepod?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=4e8cead0-6644-4c4a-b419-28c825b1b236 Want to get in touch? Hit us up at hello@itsjustcoffeepod.com for any questions or comments. Proudly sponsored by  Eco Barista: https://www.ecobarista.com.au/   Apax Lab: https://apaxlab.com/   Riverina Fresh: https://www.riverinafresh.com.au/ Thanks for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Whether you’re a world barista champion brewing a $150 rare coffee from the hills of Panama, or you’re stirring a spoon of instant coffee in boiling water, at the end of the day, It’s Just Coffee! It’s Just Coffee! is a podcast for all those coffee lovers out there and we're endeavouring on a journey to find the perfect cup. Not only will we be talking to the world’s best coffee makers and roasters, we’re going to be talking to athletes, comedians, celebrities and anyone that just loves a great cup of coffee. The coffee community around the world is engaged and passionate (sometimes to a fault), and we want to explore some of the biggest debates that happen across the Internet, and in the local cafe around the corner from you. Questions like: • Which country has the best coffee in the world? • Should it be illegal to mix milk in black coffee? • Is Starbucks actually coffee? We’ll dive into some of the best coffee conversations on the internet, but we will always remind ourselves at the end of the day, that It’s Just Coffee!

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  • Creator
    Ben Bicknell & Rohan Cooke
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    194
  • Show Website
    IT’S JUST COFFEE!

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