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IT’S JUST COFFEE!

Ben Bicknell & Rohan Cooke

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

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All Episodes

28:57

Automation vs. Manual – Who Wins? | COFFEE BREAK!

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2024/10/30

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

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71:09

10 year RUMBLE in the jungle !? | RUMBLE COFFEE!

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2024/10/28

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

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27:42

Nitrogen Coffee, Street Foxes & Dandadan?! | COFFEE...

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2024/10/25

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

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71:36

Roasteries to Recycling Bins | NICK PERCY!

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2024/10/23

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

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31:45

WTF IS WITH WFH?! | COFFEE BREAK!

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2024/10/16

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

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67:57

Is Working From Home Killing the Coffee Industry? |...

IT’S JUST COFFEE! ·

2024/10/14

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

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25:12

‘Golden rules from Golden Brown’ | COFFEE BREAK!

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2024/10/09

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

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84:53

City vs. Rural Coffee | ARTISTI COFFEE ROASTERS!

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2024/10/07

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

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31:46

Trusting "Eco-Friendly" Brands Isn’t Easy | COFFEE...

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2024/10/02

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

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61:51

How KeepCup is fighting waste with founder | ABIGAIL...

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2024/09/30

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

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25:54

We've got your mail | COFFEE BREAK!

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2024/09/25

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

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88:16

Breakfast Shirts, and Business Kirk | MARK CROTTI!

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2024/09/24

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

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26:36

Movies, Soy Milk and the Price of an Iced latte |...

IT’S JUST COFFEE! ·

2024/09/18

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

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67:39

Greensquare is changing the way we buy coffee | CALEB...

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2024/09/16

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

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30:11

Whats the deal with Italian coffee ? | COFFEE BREAK!

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2024/09/11

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

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67:35

Your favourite barista’s favourite barista | JADE...

IT’S JUST COFFEE! ·

2024/09/09

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

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23:35

Is Italian food overrated? | COFFEE BREAK!

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2024/09/04

Take a Coffee Break with us!Kirk is joined by Sonam Sherpa, co-founder of Golden Brown Coffee. The boys unpack this week’s episode with Anthony Douglas - praising his calm, humble and kind approach to life. Plus we’re asking the big questions… is Italian food overrated? We’re talking ravioli vs xiaolongbao, curry vs pizza, lanzhou beef noodle soup and halal snack packs - hope you’re not hungry! Coffee Break is your weekly inside scoop into the coffee community. Everything from on the fly

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55:49

ANTHONY DOUGLAS! | World Championship Barista

IT’S JUST COFFEE! ·

2024/09/02

Hey! Joining us today, World Barista Champion Anthony Douglas!Anthony - who originally trained as a baker - became interested in coffee while making the odd brew at his restaurant job. He fell in love with the process, completely altering his path to become a barista. Fast forward to 2022 and he’s winning the World Barista Championship... Not bad! We’re chatting about his incredible journey to the championships. Andy takes a mindful approach to coffee (and life in general), working with a mind

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33:32

During Our Live Coffee Machine Showdown | COFFEE BREAK!

IT’S JUST COFFEE! ·

2024/08/28

Grab your brew, we’re going on a Coffee Break.Rohan and Kirk are back to spill the beans on their blind espresso machine tasting with none other than the queen of food critique, Dani Valent. They dive into the surprising results (trust us, you won’t believe it!), share the watery details of the setup, and chat about why they’re fired up to bring more exciting content like this to the show. With Producer Liam out of the picture, Sam steps in behind the desk for this one—fingers crossed nothing goes

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80:56

Food Critic Taste Tests Coffee Machines | DANI VALENT!

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2024/08/26

Good morning! On today’s episode: queen of the food scene, Dani Valent. Esteemed journalist and food writer, Dani is the long-standing food critic of the Sunday Age, author of multiple award winning cookbooks and host of two incredible culinary podcasts. It's safe to say she knows her stuff. But today, it’s not just about her food knowledge… We’re on a mission to find the ultimate home coffee machine. Dani and Kirk blind taste test coffee from four top-rated machines - with some unexpected

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