IT’S JUST COFFEE!

We’re taking a Coffee Break! Fresh from our episode with Olympic gold medalist Zac Stubblety-Cook, we’re spilling the beans on barista competitions, Jimmy Butler’s in-house lever machine, and our bid to get celebrities on the pod. Plus, let’s dissect some of our most outrageous hot takes, like why co-fermentation could be the future of coffee!? 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. Love our content? Watch Tuesday’s full episode and all other past eps on YouTube or find them in your podcast feed  - and follow us @itsjustcoffee on Instagram! Want more of Rohan and Kirk? (duh)  Rohan Cooke - @goldenbrown.coffee Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/goldenbrown.coffee?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==  Kirk Pearson  - @kirkthebarista Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/kirkthebarista?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==  Project Zero Coffee - @projectzero.coffee  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/projectzero.coffee?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==  Plus!! Get your hands on some quality beans for home brewing at Golden Brown Coffee.   Want to get in touch? Hit us up at hello@itsjustcoffeepod.com for any questions or comments. Thankyou for listening, love ya!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Zac Stubblety-Cook OAM is an Olympic swimmer, coffee enthusiast and Co-Founder of Sapidus Roast. This week, Kirk, Liam, and Zac explore the crossroads of elite sports and caffeine.  In coffee news: Metallica is coming to Australia (The Unforgiven III is on repeat) and Brian Niccol, new CEO at Starbucks has been tasked with turning around the company after one of its worst years in the U.S (surely a $100M contract helps).   We then DIVE into Zac’s swimming career, from being 6 years old and scared of water, to swimming 60 kms a week and setting world records. What was his mindset during the Olympics, how did coffee fit into his routine, what was it like having COVID in the olympic village, and how did it feel to win Gold?? We also get stuck into the cold drinks revolution, Kirk’s love for cold brew and nitro coffee, and so much more!! 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! Thanks so much to Zac for joining us on the show. His story is inspiring! Check out Sapidus Roast on Instagram @sapidus_roast https://www.instagram.com/sapidus_roast?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==  Where to find us: Rohan Cooke - @goldenbrown.coffee Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/goldenbrown.coffee?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==  Kirk Pearson - @kirkthebarista Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/kirkthebarista?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==  Want more coffee content? Follow us on instagram @itsjustcoffee or browse all of our content here. Love you for listening! Want to get in touch? Hit us up at hello@itsjustcoffeepod.com for any questions or comments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tools down, time for a Coffee Break! Coffee that tastes like…coffee? Haven't heard of it. We discuss the dessert blends at Kirk’s Cafe - who wouldn't want a latte that tastes like lamington or strawberry cheesecake? The boys give their take on signature drinks like the Mont Blanc, and we give a shoutout to a very important listener… Plus, let’s talk ‘trash coffee’! Nothing wrong with a bit of Starbucks or McCafe from time to time. We’re asking; Why is maccas the most popular coffee franchise in Australia, and what are our favorite ‘trash coffee’ drinks? All this, plus an honorable mention of Star Wars and our thoughts on the latest Joker (Folie à Deux).  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. Love our content? Watch Tuesday’s full episode and all other past eps on YouTube or find them in your podcast feed - and follow us @itsjustcoffee on Instagram! Want more of Rohan and Kirk? (duh)  Rohan Cooke - @goldenbrown.coffee Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/goldenbrown.coffee?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==  Kirk Pearson - @kirkthebarista Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/kirkthebarista?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==  Project Zero Coffee - @projectzero.coffee  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/projectzero.coffee?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==  Plus!! Get your hands on some quality beans for home brewing at Golden Brown Coffee.   Want to get in touch? Hit us up at hello@itsjustcoffeepod.com for any questions or comments. Thankyou for listening, love ya!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’ve got Damien Coe on the podcast today! Damien is a Melbourne based cafe owner, you’ve probably heard of the epic Coe & Coe in Port Melbourne! After years in the industry he has plenty to share… from humble beginnings at Starbucks, to running a business during covid (keepcups were thrown) and his star studded regulars list.  Plus, we dive into the world of content creation, hospo horror stories, and Kirk pulls a prank call on Dan Dick?!  In coffee news: Sydney Roastery ‘Whitehorse Coffee’ Crowned 2024 Golden Bean Champion!  This episode is absolutely packed. Thanks so much to Damien for joining the show and sharing stories and laughs. Find Damien at:  Instagram - @coeydamo  @frontsidefoodandwine @coeandcoeau https://www.instagram.com/coeydamo?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Coe&Coe Instagram - @coeydamo  https://www.instagram.com/coeydamo?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Where to find us: Rohan Cooke - @goldenbrown.coffee Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/goldenbrown.coffee?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==  Kirk Pearson - @kirkthebarista Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/kirkthebarista?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==  Want more coffee content? Follow us on instagram @itsjustcoffee or browse all of our content here. Love you for listening! Want to get in touch? Hit us up at hello@itsjustcoffeepod.com for any questions or comments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s Coffee Break time! On today’s show: Our thoughts on coffee machine automation - should we stick to the manual ways, or embrace modern machinery? Kirk shares a bonus hot take from the Rumble boys (sorry in advance to Melbourne’s baristas), Rohan cracks into the mail bag to reveal some juicy letters from listeners (from VR to ice machines), and we pose the big question; Is coffee trying too hard to be like wine?? 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. Love our content? Watch Tuesday’s full episode and all other past eps on YouTube or find them in your podcast feed - and follow us @itsjustcoffee on Instagram! Want more of Rohan and Kirk? (duh) Rohan Cooke - @goldenbrown.coffee Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/goldenbrown.coffee?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Kirk Pearson - @kirkthebarista Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/kirkthebarista?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Project Zero Coffee - @projectzero.coffee Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/projectzero.coffee?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Plus!! Get your hands on some quality beans for home brewing at Golden Brown Coffee. Want to get in touch? Hit us up at hello@itsjustcoffeepod.com for any questions or comments. Thankyou for listening, love ya! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hi!! Today we are joined by the Directors of Rumble Coffee Roasters, Joe Molloy and Matt Hampton.  The boys have a candid chat about the coffee industry. Matt and Joe take a well-rounded approach to wholesale roasting - with a commitment to the planet (b-corp certified baby), and building strong relationships with coffee farmers. We discuss the underside of the wholesale coffee market, rapidly changing roastery landscapes, the disappearance of cash, the culture of off book pay, and 3rd crack coffee…  In Coffee News: The U.S. coffee market has surged, now valued at $54 billion, with major players like Starbucks and Dunkin’ Donuts leading the charge.  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! Big thanks to Joe and Matt for joining the podcast. Get your hands on some Rumble Coffee with specialty blends like Midnight Marauder, Shadow Boxer and Sweet Science. Check out Rumble Coffee Roasters: Instagram - @rumblecoffee https://www.instagram.com/rumblecoffee?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Website - https://www.rumblecoffee.com.au/  Where to find us: Rohan Cooke - @goldenbrown.coffee Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/goldenbrown.coffee?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==  Kirk Pearson - @kirkthebarista Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/kirkthebarista?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==  Want more coffee content? Follow us on instagram @itsjustcoffee or browse all of our content here. Love you for listening! Want to get in touch? Hit us up at hello@itsjustcoffeepod.com for any questions or comments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey friend! On today’s Coffee Break: What’s up with wrapping coffee in nitrogen? Kirk recalls getting bitten by a jack russell, there are foxes carrying rats in the streets (cute or pest?) and we reveal the holy trinity of HSP sauces. Plus, we reflect on Tuesday's chat with Nick Percy, Liam has a new anime fixation, and there's talk of coffee mineral seasoning… 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. Love our content? Watch Tuesday’s full episode and all other past eps on YouTube or find them in your podcast feed - and follow us @itsjustcoffee on Instagram! Want more of Rohan and Kirk? (duh)  Rohan Cooke - @goldenbrown.coffee Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/goldenbrown.coffee?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==  Kirk Pearson - @kirkthebarista Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/kirkthebarista?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==  Project Zero Coffee - @projectzero.coffee  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/projectzero.coffee?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==  Plus!! Get your hands on some quality beans for home brewing at Golden Brown Coffee.   Thanks for tuning in, have a great day! Nitrogen Coffee, Street Foxes & Dandadan?! | COFFEE BREAK! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Yeyo, Nick Percy joins the pod today to talk sustainability and coffee! Nick's got the eco game down as the Sustainability Manager for Minor DKL Food Group, Nomad Coffee and Veneziano Coffee Roasters. We discuss his day to day operations - bin diving, meeting strangers in parks to bury compost and the (as of yet unofficial) take a Kirk to work day.  In breaking news, coffee concrete has been shortlisted for a National Research Impact Award, with the design giving coffee grounds a ‘double shot’ at life. Also, how does a roastary become B-Corp certified, what can’t you put in a recycling bin, and what happens to Nick when he eats a halal snack pack? Oh and Rohan has a steammmy hot take. 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! Thanks so much to Nick for joining us on the show. His approach to sustainability - doing something is better than nothing - has uplifted us all. Check out Veneziano Coffee Roasters on Instagram @venezianocoffeeroasters Where to find us: Rohan Cooke - @goldenbrown.coffee Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/goldenbrown.coffee?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==  Kirk Pearson - @kirkthebarista Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/kirkthebarista?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==  Want more coffee content? Follow us on instagram @itsjustcoffee or browse all of our content here. Love you for listening! Want to get in touch? Hit us up at hello@itsjustcoffeepod.com for any questions or comments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Helloo, join us for a Coffee Break! On today’s show: The shred is back. Rohan and Kirk talk fitness, crossfit, and futsal. We can’t not bring up the new Legend of Zelda (absolutely crushing it!) and Rohan comes to terms with his new celebrity status!?  Plus, Liam ponders the domino effect from a changing work environment. What are you missing when you work from home, and how do we incentivise people to come back into cafes (if you do it well, people come).  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. Love our content? Watch Tuesday’s full episode and all other past eps on YouTube or find them in your podcast feed  - and follow us @itsjustcoffee on Instagram! Want more of Rohan and Kirk? (duh)  Rohan Cooke - @goldenbrown.coffee Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/goldenbrown.coffee?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==  Kirk Pearson  - @kirkthebarista Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/kirkthebarista?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==  Project Zero Coffee - @projectzero.coffee  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/projectzero.coffee?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==  Plus!! Get your hands on some quality beans for home brewing at Golden Brown Coffee.   Thanks for tuning in, lots of love! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s show: Cafe’s are struggling to stay afloat as people don’t return to the office. We discuss the pros and cons of WFH…is the answer really in your apartment? Plus, what's the future of coffee in Melbourne, the EU delays new regulation impacting coffee farmers, and some dude claims coffee slows ageing (sort of). Also!! Rohan reveals his new idea (the cost of living coffee), and small businesses are under threat from coffee chains! One last thing…How do we MMCGA - Make Melbourne Coffee Great Again?? 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! Where to find us: Rohan Cooke - @goldenbrown.coffee Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/goldenbrown.coffee?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==  Kirk Pearson - @kirkthebarista Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/kirkthebarista?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==  Want more coffee content? Follow us on instagram @itsjustcoffee or browse all of our content here. Love you for listening! Want to get in touch? Hit us up at hello@itsjustcoffeepod.com for any questions or comments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Don’t miss this Coffee Break! Filled with GOLDEN advice from the man behind Golden Brown Coffee, Rohan’s serving insider tips on launching your own social media channel. Also, Kirk is on the rebrand following the launch of his new instagram page @Kirkthebarista - the man’s got more eras than Taylor Swift! Plus, we have an Artisti Breakdown following Tuesday's episode - let’s just say, we can’t get enough of these guys. And in a shocking twist…Kirk reveals some surprising DNA results. Have we been roasting the wrong family all along? All this in the time it takes to sip your morning brew! 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. Love our content? Watch Tuesday’s full episode and all other past eps on YouTube or find them in your podcast feed - and follow us @itsjustcoffee on Instagram! Want more of Rohan and Kirk? (duh)  Check out Kirk’s cafe @projectzero.coffee on Instagram and find Rohan @goldenbrown.coffee. Plus!! Get your hands on some quality beans for home brewing at Golden Brown Coffee.   Thanks for tuning in, lots of love! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Roast Masters of Coffs Harbour: Sticky Date Pudding, Mice, and 15 Years of Artisti Coffee. Hello! Today we’re sitting down with the absolute *icons* behind Artisti Coffee Roasters—Luke Floyd and Jimmy Evans.  So what’s it like running a regional coffee roastery? Us city slickers wouldn’t understand! —Think 15 years of building a coffee empire, travelling Aus while running a business, and navigating the balance between regional community vibes and the online hustle (side note: how did Artisti’s YouTube videos end up in a cafe in Mexico?). We also get into the important stuff, like Kirk’s sticky date pudding obsession (best dessert ever, don’t @ us) and why Anthony Koudafides is making waves running for Lord Mayor (Kouda for Mayor, let’s gooo!). Oh, and you don’t miss our coffee culture debates: long black takes, mineralizing water, and why moka pots are a thing of the past. It’s a spicy one, —grab your coffee and tune in for the laughs, the lessons, and the *real* stories behind Artisti Coffee. 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! Huge thankyou to Luke and Jimmy for sharing your valuable insight.  Check out Artisti Coffee Roasters at: Website - https://artisti.com.au/   Instagram - @artisticoffeeroasters  https://www.instagram.com/artisticoffeeroasters?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==  https://au.keepcup.com/ Youtube - @ArtistiCoffeeRoasters  https://youtube.com/@artisticoffeeroasters?feature=shared  Want more coffee content? Follow us on instagram @itsjustcoffee or browse all of our content here. Love you for listening! Want to get in touch? Hit us up at hello@itsjustcoffeepod.com for any questions or comments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this Coffee Break, Rohan and Kirk dive into their latest conversation with Abigail Forsyth, the Founder of KeepCup, to unpack some of the episode’s best moments. The boys chat about everything from Abigail’s eco-conscious approach to running a business, to the Star Wars, Metallica, and Lord of the Rings connections she and Kirk bonded over. The convo takes a turn as the boys unpack the struggle of trusting big corporations that claim to be eco-friendly—especially with scandals like Redcycle proving otherwise. Abigail’s candidness about the challenges of running a truly sustainable company gives the team plenty to chat about. In a perfect world, KeepCup wouldn’t even be needed—we’d just have coffee in the café—but as Abi says, we’re solving half the issue. It’s a thought-provoking and humorous reflection on how much still needs to change in the sustainability space. Also on this ep, the boys throw in a live gift unwrapping to celebrate Kirk’s 30th birthday, followed by Kirk in the hot seat for our second-most famous segment in podcast history: Rapid Fire Questions—where Rohan brings the heat. Explore KeepCup at: @keepcup https://au.keepcup.com/ Want more coffee content? Follow us on instagram @itsjustcoffee or browse all of our content here. Love you for listening! Want to get in touch? Hit us up at hello@itsjustcoffeepod.com for any questions or comments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ever wondered who started the reusable coffee cup revolution? We’re chatting with none other than Abigail Forsyth, the Co-Founder and Managing Director of KeepCup. In 2007, after introducing reusable soup mugs at her café, Abi and her brother decided to create their own reusable coffee cup. The now-iconic KeepCup is found in over 75 countries, diverting millions of disposable cups from landfill every day. In today’s episode, Abi schools Rohan and Kirk on the environmental impact of single-use cups. But here’s the big question: How do you run an eco-friendly business while still selling products? Wouldn’t the most sustainable option be no takeaways at all? We dive into the unfair blame placed on consumers when it comes to waste, and shift the focus toward the larger players (I’m looking at you Amazon). Plus, we explore adding surcharges to single-use cups, the impact of COVID on coffee culture, and the deflating social mood towards eco-friendly products (just let us die).  Oh, and Abigail’s latest venture? Well, we may have to bleep that out!  We also touch on the boys’ personal gripes—like Myki inspectors and people who order coffee while wearing headphones. Oh, and we always make time for a bit of Seinfeld talk, along with the mysterious disappearance of Kirk’s Darth Vader KeepCup. In coffee news: Chinese coffee giant Luckin Coffee has just opened its 20,000th store, doubling its locations in just over a year. And El Salvador’s President, Nayib Bukele, has launched a high-end coffee brand called Bean of Fire. Random? We think so too! There’s so much more but you're just going to have to listen to find out.  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! Huge thankyou to Abigail for such a great conversation.  Explore KeepCup at: @keepcup https://au.keepcup.com/ Want more coffee content? Follow us on instagram @itsjustcoffee or browse all of our content here. Love you for listening! Want to get in touch? Hit us up at hello@itsjustcoffeepod.com for any questions or comments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Grab your cup, it’s Coffee Break time! Join Rohan, Kirk, and Liam as they break down this week’s episode with Mark Crotti from Breakfast Shirts. Sunglasses, Suits, wads of cash, and the unexpected new guest appearance from Business Kirk. How refreshing it is to have a hustler like Mark making waves with his social media presence, music tours, and fundraising endeavours. Oh, and let’s not forget the new found fear of ever getting on his bad side with his 'little black book!' PLUS WE GOT YOUR MAIL! Rohan and Kirk tackle some of your messages from across the globe for the first time, sharing their lessons, takes, and a few call-outs. If you missed out this week, don’t forget to send in your questions, café recommendations, hot takes, and thoughts – we want to hear from you! Send a line to us at hello@itsjustcoffeepod.com. Love our content? Catch the full episode and all past eps on YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts. Follow us on Instagram @itsjustcoffee for all the latest! Craving more of Rohan and Kirk? Follow Kirk’s café @projectzero.coffee and find Rohan @goldenbrown.coffee. Want some fresh beans? Head over to Golden Brown Coffee to get yours! Thanks for tuning in, fam. See you next week! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark Crotti is in the building! Mark Crotti is a singer, songwriter and lover of breakfast. He began the clothing brand Breakfast Shirts in 2017 after searching for outrageous prints to wear while eating poached eggs.  Breakfast Shirts are making ugly cool— their garish designs support small businesses, cafes, and the arts across Australia.  Mark shares his small business journey; everything from content creation, his top cafes, and inviting Abbie Chatfield out to breakfast. We discuss the Breakfast Shirts Cafe Tour, Mark’s avoidance of big brands, and his unwavering commitment to being himself.  Oh, and Business Kirk is here. To talk business. Of course. We talk about pitching to Vegemite, fantasy football for cafes and a portable coffee machine that’s built into your suitcase.  In coffee news: NanoTemper have developed a machine that brews coffee six times stronger than espresso. Meanwhile, its BYO Barista to the Paris Olympics, and Australia has announced a 3.75% increase to the minimum wage. One more thing … no more crookies or novelty pastries !! 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! Thank you, Mark, for joining the show! (Petition for him to take Schapelle Corby out for breakfast next?) Find Mark Crotti at: @breakfastshirtss  @markcrotti  https://breakfastshirts.com/ . Want more coffee content? Follow us on instagram @itsjustcoffee or browse all of our content here. Thanks for listening! Want to get in touch? Hit us up at hello@itsjustcoffeepod.com for any questions or comments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Time to put the feet up! Take a Coffee Break with Rohan, Kirk and Liam. This Week: Our ultimate plane movies, crying in the cinema, Rohan’s overdue dentist visit and the Chinese Coffee Industry. Also! We’re fresh from chatting with Caleb Holstein and keen to discuss the relationship between growers and green buyers.  One last thing!! Should iced lattes be priced the same price as hot coffee? The boys reveal their favorite alternative milks and deepdive into the psychology behind drinking soy milk. Oh, and Kirk reveals the ONLY way to make a hot chocolate. Action packed. 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. Love our content? Watch Tuesday’s full episode and all other past eps on YouTube or find them in your podcast feed - and follow us @itsjustcoffee on Instagram! Want more of Rohan and Kirk? (yes pls)  Check out Kirk’s cafe @projectzero.coffee on Instagram and find Rohan @goldenbrown.coffee. Plus!! Get your hands on some quality beans for home brewing at Golden Brown Coffee.   And let’s chat! Get in touch with us via email at hello@itsjustcoffeepod.com.  Thanks for joining us. See you next week! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Caleb Holstein, Co-Founder and CEO of Greensquare, began his coffee startup to help people buy and manage beans.  We had the pleasure of hearing his journey - from being raised by hippies on the Central Coast, to roastery consulting and falling in love with Excel spreadsheets - you’ll find that the path of an entrepreneur is never straight! But first! A real life heist has taken place at Rohan’s shop, and the thieves left behind a calling card… Plus, Project Zero Coffee gets a paw review from an unsuspecting canine, and why has Kirk’s two week Nokia stint come to an end?  In coffee news: Starbucks have launched a city-wide returnable cup trial in California, and RMIT students have made concrete 30% stronger by adding coffee.  If you're new here (heyyy), 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! Thankyou Caleb for sharing your story on the pod, it was great to hear the breadth of your knowledge. Check out Caleb on Instagram @calebholstein and Greensquare @greensquare.co or www.greensquare.co. Want more coffee content? Follow us on instagram @itsjustcoffee or browse all of our content here. Thanks for listening! Want to get in touch? Hit us up at hello@itsjustcoffeepod.com for any questions or comments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You deserve a Coffee Break! Join Kirk and Rohan as they chat about all things coffee. In this episode, we dive into Jade's experience competing in some of the toughest years of the Australian Barista Championships. Plus, we’re exploring what happens when coffee becomes an essential, not a luxury. We talk about integrity in the industry, and Kirk has some big news... he's opening a new café! 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. We’d love to hear your feedback on the show! Let us know your thoughts at hello@itsjustcoffeepod.com.  Love our content? Watch Tuesday’s full episode and all other past eps on YouTube or find them in your podcast feed - and follow us @itsjustcoffee on Instagram! Want more of Rohan and Kirk? (duh) Check out Kirk’s cafe @projectzero.coffee on Instagram and find Rohan @goldenbrown.coffee. Plus!! Get your hands on some quality beans for home brewing at Golden Brown Coffee.   Thanks for joining us this week! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey! Today we’re talking to the wonderful Jade Jennings.  Jade is a championship barista, coffee trainer, and all-round legend. Her journey began in 2005 when she transitioned from disability care to part-time work at Hudsons Coffee. Since then, she’s earned the titles of 2016/2017 Southern Barista Champion and runner-up in the 2016 Australian Barista Championships—all while raising a young family, which she describes as “like having two full-time jobs.”  So, how does she do it?? We discuss her experience as a barista trainer; what skills she teaches first, mastering taste, the secrets of latte art, and the impact of modern machinery on brewing. Plus, Jade details how she’d go about starting a coffee business - get your pens peoples! In coffee news: We’re one of the lucky 500 to score a packet of Doritos coffee-flavoured chips, researchers have discovered how to make cold brew in under 3 minutes, and Rohan’s got some notes for the Italians… Thank-you Jade! It was epic to have you on the pod. Want more coffee content? Follow us on instagram @itsjustcoffee or browse all of our content here. Want to get in touch? Hit us up at hello@itsjustcoffeepod.com for any questions or comments. Enjoy your coffee this week! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices