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A podcast and video show hosted by seasoned coffee pros and Valor Coffee founders Ethan Rivers, Ross Walters and Riley Westbrook where we discuss coffee, starting and running a business, and the specialty coffee industry.
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In each episode, we sit down with trailblazing people of color in the coffee industry, individuals whose journeys in life and coffee are as complex as the brew itself. Through candid conversations, we explore how culture, identity, and coffee intersect, shaping the lives and experiences of our guests. Whether you're a coffee enthusiast or just someone who loves learning about diverse perspectives, this interview-style podcast will inspire, challenge, and introduce you to some incredible huma ...
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A forward-thinking interview series examining the business of progressive coffee culture. The 5THWAVE Podcast is hosted by Jeffrey Young, Editor-in-Chief of 5THWAVE magazine and Founder of Allegra Group. Each episode features inspiring stories, business lessons, and thought leadership from the entrepreneurs and industry experts blazing trails to success across the world of coffee. The podcast will delve into the detail of achieving operational excellence, get to grips with green coffee sourc ...
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The Daily Coffee Pro Podcast by MAP IT FORWARD provides content to the Global Specialty Coffee Industry every weekday. Episodes are released Monday to Friday at 1 am PT. Each week, a 5-part series is released with a single guest exploring a theme that the guest is an expert in. Series are relevant to current events happening in the specialty coffee industry, including business, logistics, economics, geopolitics, industry challenges, and more. Episodes are hosted by specialty coffee veteran, ...
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NBDA: Bicycle Retail Radio

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The NBDA’s bicycle industry podcast brings retailers, vendors, advocates, and thought leaders to the mic for honest discussions about the latest issues facing retailers, while taking an in-depth look at the person within the profession. Content that proves relatable and thought producing, directed at exposing real-world tips and information to help retailers find success within the bicycle industry. Get more at NBDA.com. Podcast is made possible by donations. Support the show by donating her ...
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The weekly Insurance Coffee House Podcast series is the place where you’ll be inspired by some of the most successful insurance business leaders on the planet. With each guest interview, you’ll get to hear and understand the recurring patterns and traits that make Insurance Business Leaders successful. Covering non-negotiables, leadership tips and how they overcame their largest setbacks, they’ll give a personal insight in to what it takes to be a successful insurance business leader. This p ...
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Rooted in Retail

Crystal Vilkaitis

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Running a store can be tough, but it doesn’t have to be lonely! Rooted in Retail is a show dedicated to helping independent retailers thrive in today's ever-evolving retail landscape. This show is made for Main Street retailers like gift shops, jewelers, pet stores, boutiques, florists, home decor and furnitures stores, hardware stores, toy stores, craft, quilting and sewing shops; tea and coffee shops, specialty retailers and more. Join your host Crystal Vilkaitis, The Wolf of Main Street, ...
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Source Code

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Source Code focuses on showcasing the inner working of coffee sourcing, transparency, and sustainability within specialty coffee. Each week, we interview other industry professionals to discuss themes such as certifications, should quality be tied to a living wage, and why transparency is important, yet complicated.
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World Coffee Championships Podcast

Specialty Coffee Association

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Where did the World Coffee Championships come from? How did things go wrong? How were they fixed? Across six episodes, we'll hear from people who come together every year to celebrate specialty coffee and push the industry forward, exploring the role competitions play in different communities and recognizing the large network of volunteers who make these annual events possible. While we're disappointed that the competitions aren't happening this year, we hope this podcast will help us feel m ...
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Coffee Man Show

Ed Barnett

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"Covering New Grounds" is the slogan here at the Coffee Man Show. Our mission is to Enrich Culture, Inspire Entrepreneurs, and Inform Coffee Lovers. You get the personal stories behind specialty coffee shops and their owners along with others in the industry. You will be introduced to the minds behind today's greatest coffee shops and find tips on making a better cup of coffee at home. You may even learn more about what coffee farming is all about. Prepare to roast!
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This is Big Slurp Energy, a light-hearted podcast about specialty coffee and mental health. In each episode, Helena is joined by a guest from the coffee industry to discuss stuff like imposter syndrome, careers, community, anxiety, neurodiversity, and coffee! Follow the pod on Instagram @bigslurpenergy
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Between Two Urns

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A dive into the world of coffee roasting, the coffee industry and life in general. Ben invites you to join the conversation, as he navigates the world of coffee and coffee professionals.
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Vibrant is a storytelling podcast about coffee and hospitality. It's an ongoing series of short audio stories recorded with coffee professionals and industry admirers about exceptional coffee hospitality moments. Each episode, one person shares a hospitality story they experienced that has stuck with them. You'll hear stories from origin, cafes, homes and beyond, with valuable bits of coffee knowledge along the way. Vibrant isn't intended to be an exact how-to on hospitality, nor a bashing b ...
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Prepare to immerse yourself in the intricate world of coffee, encompassing every facet from the coffee bean to establishing a flourishing business. Whether your ambition is to start a coffee business or to nurture your own coffee roastery, Valerian’s Podcast is here to help to inspire you. Our podcast features in-depth discussions with industry leaders, designed to impart essential insights into coffee cultivation, coffee roasting mastery, precision brewing, and, most importantly, the critic ...
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This Ambies Awards-finalist and Spurgie Awards-finalist podcast is produced by Elena Mahmood, an Arab queer, who started this journey late 2022 to bring together a community and collective of hardworking individuals to highlight their stories traversing the space of coffee and life. She chats with fellow colleagues within the coffee industry that identify with the lack of representation who identify as being women, BIPOC, and queer to navigate hot discussions about social structure and dynam ...
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Sourceress is a podcast about demystifying and decolonizing supply chains. The show is hosted by two women who have spent years building international supply chains in coffee and tequila. Colleen and Carolyn sit down with industry leaders who are approaching sourcing in innovative ways in their respective specialty industries. Together, they explore the immense amount of effort it takes to source outside of commodity trading and the quality and flavor differences that are possible when we so ...
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Welcome to "I'M NOT A BARISTA," the podcast that brews conversations with the heartbeat of the coffee industry. Dive deep into the world of beans and brews as we chat with coffee aficionados from every corner of the globe. From the bustling streets of the world's coffee capitals to the quiet corners of local coffee shops, we bring you stories, insights, and tips that percolate with passion. Our episodes are a blend of vibrant narratives. We chat with world champions and unsung heroes alike b ...
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JOIN THE VALOR COFFEE COMMUNITY – Courses, Exclusive Videos, PDFs, Spreadsheets and more:⁠ ⁠https://community.valor.coffee?utm_source=spotify&utm_campaign=ep149 Thanks for listening, following/subscribing, giving us a good review, and sharing with your friends on social media. It goes a long way! Our two cafes made a million bucks cumulatively from…
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Send us a text Today we sit down with Rob Kaplan, Head of Sales and Marketing at Bulls Bikes USA. With over 30 years in the cycling industry, Rob is widely respected for his thoughtful leadership and big picture vision. He shares insights from his extensive career, his current work at Bulls, and offers valuable guidance for retailers navigating tod…
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In this episode, Tanner takes the stage at EVOLVE to break down exactly how businesses can win with social media. From showing up consistently to staying authentic, Tanner shares actionable tips that helped him build a powerful online presence—and how you can do the same. This episode is all about using content to build connection, credibility, and…
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In today’s episode, we're speaking with Andreas Hertzberg, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Nordic Approach – a pioneering green specialty coffee company. Andreas founded Nordic Approach in 2011 alongside Morten Wennersgaard and Tim Wendelboe, with a vision to work more closely with producers and deliver coffees that reflect the high standards synonymous w…
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JOIN THE VALOR COFFEE COMMUNITY – Courses, Exclusive Videos, PDFs, Spreadsheets and more:⁠ ⁠https://community.valor.coffee?utm_source=spotify&utm_campaign=ep148 Thanks for listening, following/subscribing, giving us a good review, and sharing with your friends on social media. It goes a long way! Brandon Sardi built Poorboy Coffee from a $500 pop-u…
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Send us a text In this episode we sit down with Rhema Jordan Labbe, a homie from DC that's is providing a creative space for folks to gather, enjoy a beautiful experience, and connect with other folks who enjoy coffee and the arts. In 2020, Jordan began a pop-up series during the pandemic that served as an improvised gathering place to share their …
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Send us a text Listen to our monthly News Hour episode with Human Powered Solutions team. We recap high priority headlines for specialty retailers so you can stay informed! The NBDA News Hour focuses on the news and articles contained within The Micromobility Reporter, getting a more in-depth view from a firsthand seat with the experts on the Human…
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Merchandising isn’t just about aesthetics—it’s about strategy. In this episode, Ani Nersessian shares how to create a retail space that not only looks great but drives real results. She walks you through practical starting points, from visual tweaks to organizing product flow, all grounded in understanding what your customer truly needs. Whether yo…
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Today we’re sharing another episode from our series of interviews and discussions recorded live at the Amsterdam Coffee Festival earlier this year. In this session, we explore the rise of smart coffee vending and how innovation and technology is shaping coffee solutions for the workplace and beyond. We’ll hear from Willem Huisman, Sales Director at…
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Send us a text We have gained a lot of new listeners lately, so this is the interlude, a reintroduction episode that welcomes new homies and gives the ones that have been riding with us a little more insight of what we have done along the way. In this episode listeners get some insight as far as the equipment used for this podcast and just a little…
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JOIN THE VALOR COFFEE COMMUNITY – Courses, Exclusive Videos, PDFs, Spreadsheets and more:⁠ ⁠https://community.valor.coffee?utm_source=spotify&utm_campaign=ep147 Thanks for listening, following/subscribing, giving us a good review, and sharing with your friends on social media. It goes a long way! We’ve worked in coffee shops, started a coffee cart,…
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Send us a text Catch up on the state of the US Bicycle Industry with the recording of our engaging 60-minute webinar. Our panel explored the current state and future outlook of the US bicycle industry. Listen to key voices from across the industry: Bill Schouman, Vice President of Sales, QBP — Offering insight into supply chain trends and market dy…
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On the Insurance Coffee House podcast, host Nick Hoadley welcomes Curtis Goldsborough, President of National Insurance Inspection Services and the creative mind behind the popular LinkedIn persona LO$$ RATIO. Curtis shares his unconventional journey into insurance, from agency owner in rural Michigan to leading a nationwide inspection company and b…
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Think direct mail is dead? Think again. In this episode, we sit down with David, a seasoned direct mail expert who’s helped businesses of all sizes use physical marketing to drive real results. David shares how traditional mail is making a comeback—and how you can use it to stand out in a noisy digital landscape. From building smarter (not bigger) …
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Send us a text Is Brian saying the mall is full of perfect merchandising ideas? No. "But it is a good concentration of retailers." Take some tips from the giants in this Retailer Design Flex episode. Our Retailer Design Flex episode of Bicycle Retail Radio features Brian from Fixture Lab and NBDA President, Heather Mason as they tackle retailer flo…
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In today’s episode, we’re speaking with Paul Geshos, founder of Sydney’s iconic Mecca Coffee. A former musician turned café owner, Paul Geshos opened Mecca in 2005 after being inspired by the emerging specialty coffee scene in Portland, Oregon. Since then, Mecca has grown to become one of Australia’s most respected specialty coffee roasters, with t…
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Send us a text With all the bullsh*t going on in the world right now, I need you to take a time out, a little quick distraction, and remind you that you deserve better than "ok" or "good enough", the episode might be about coffee, but I really mean all things. In this quick drip of an episode Eduardo reminds you that's it's okay to enjoy nice thing…
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Send us a text What started as kids’ bike camps during the COVID boom has grown into one of Colorado’s most exciting and community-driven bike shops. In this episode, Jenny and DJ Johnson of CyclErie share how they built a customer first, ego free business—from mobile fulfillment to selling over 1,200 eBikes in a year. It’s a story of creativity, g…
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On the Insurance Coffee House podcast, host Nick Hoadley welcomes Dan Lewis, Head of Network at Brightway Insurance, one of the fastest-growing personal lines agency networks in the U.S. Dan shares his two-decade journey across financial services and exclusive agency leadership at Farmers Insurance, where he led strategic distribution across multip…
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Think PR is just for big brands? Think again. In this episode, we explore how organic PR can actually outperform social media, influencers, and even paid ads—especially for local retailers. Learn how to write press releases that land, earn high-quality backlinks, and pitch your story in a way that drives real foot traffic. You’ll also uncover the m…
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Next up in our series live podcasts recorded at the Amsterdam Coffee Festival, we’re diving into the creative world of coffee marketing. In this session, we speak with leading coffee brands from across the Benelux to unpack the innovative marketing strategies helping businesses connect with the next generation of consumers. Joining us are an expert…
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Send us a text Missed out on the last E Bike Safety & Standards panel? Listen in for this week's Bicycle Retail Radio episode. The NBDA provides a quarterly platform for industry experts to meet, discuss and address retailer risks, concerns, and best practices regarding lithium-ion batteries and e-mobility devices safety, standards, and compliance.…
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In this special episode, we take you inside the opening keynote from EVOLVE, where the spotlight is on navigating change in your retail business with strength and resilience. You’ll discover why your brain naturally resists change, how to reframe discomfort into growth, and even how to channel emotions like anger into purpose and momentum. From une…
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Send us a text Hey homies, this is a Spanish episode, con Jenny y Josué Barahona de La Finca Coffee, ubicados en Maryland. Es con mucho orgullo que les presentamos nuestro segundo episodio en español. Si eres bilingüe y ya escuchaste el episodio en inglés con Josué y Jenny, aquí encontrarás aún más profundidad, capas adicionales y algunas cosas que…
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Send us a text In this episode of Bicycle Retail Radio, we sit down with Nicole Poko, artist, cyclist, and owner of Scout’s Coffee Bar + Mercantile in New Jersey. Nicole shares how creativity, intentional space design, and deep community connections help fuel her small business success. We dive into her unique approach to blending coffee culture wi…
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On this episode of The Insurance Coffee House, host Nick Hoadley welcomes Paige Maissonet, Chief People Officer at Newfront Insurance, to discuss her journey from HR generalist to CPO and how she’s helped shape one of the most forward-thinking cultures in insurance today. Paige shares her experience leading people strategy through massive growth, s…
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