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La Taza Habla

La Taza Habla (The Cup Talks) takes you on a 20-year java journey through specialty coffee’s rich tapestry, brought to you by ”Bald Guy Brew Coffee Roasting Co.”, nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina. Each episode unveils the untold stories behind your daily brew—from origin to roast to ritual. Join founder and chief brain-hydrant Don Cox, a.k.a. ”Bald Guy,” as he transforms complex coffee concepts into engaging narratives that deepen your connection to what’s in your mug, the hands

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10:29

Part 2: The Coffee Plant: Nature's Blueprint for Flavor

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2025/06/27

In this captivating episode of La Taza Habla, Don "Bald Guy" Cox delves into the surprising parallels between the humble apple and the intricate coffee plant, revealing how nature's blueprint dictates the extraordinary flavor journey from farm to cup. Unpacking the core elements of the flavor equation—terroir, plant, processing, and roasting—listeners will gain a profound appreciation for the specialty coffee in their mug. Discover fascinating facts about the sheer diversity of Arabica coffee

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10:35

Part 1: The Flavor of Place: How Soil, Sky, and Slope...

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2025/06/20

Ever wondered why one specialty coffee tastes bright and citrusy, while another from the same country is deep and chocolaty? The secret is coffee terroir—the unique "taste of place" that gives every bean its character. In this episode, we unpack the science and story behind coffee flavor, exploring how every cup is a direct reflection of its coffee origin.Join us for a journey from bean to cup as we introduce the "Four S's" framework: Soil, Sky, Slope, and Story. We travel to a coffee farm in Costa

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Part 4: The Flavor Jigsaw – Unlocking the Science of...

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2025/06/13

Join us on La Taza Habla as we shatter a long-held myth about taste: the "tongue map" is wrong! In this compelling episode, we conclude our miniseries with "The Flavor Jigsaw: Unlocking the Science of Taste" we dive into how your sense of taste truly works, beyond the sweet-sour-salty zones you were taught. Discover how your 10,000 taste buds regenerate every two weeks, constantly reshaping your perception of specialty coffee and every bite you take. We explore the intricate dance between your

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09:54

Part 3: Unlocking the Secrets of Smell: From Matches...

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2025/06/06

In this intriguing episode of The Nose, we delve into the fascinating world of our olfactory system and its profound impact on our lives. Discover how old-timers used a simple box of matches as a tool to clear the air, and why certain scents can instantly transport you back to childhood memories, like the aroma of freshly baked cookies. Explore the essential role of smell in human survival throughout history, from detecting danger in Neolithic times to enhancing cinematic experiences in the

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09:45

Part 2: Who defines Quality?

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2025/05/30

Join La Taza Habla as we embark on a fascinating 20-year journey into the world of specialty coffee, challenging deeply ingrained notions of "quality." This episode unpacks the intriguing paradox between objective quality, like that of a well-made knife, and the often subjective, performative "quality" applied to coffee. We explore how global definitions of excellent coffee are frequently excluded from mainstream narratives, often due to market leverage. Discover how terms like "ethical," "direct

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11:53

Part 1: If Coffee Could Talk, What Would It Say?

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2025/05/23

High in the mountains of Costa Rica, a coffee farmer told me something that stopped me in my tracks: "La Taza Habla". Join me as I unpack this profound insight and share four simple questions that will help you hear what your coffee has been trying to tell you. This is part one of a series on tasting coffee like you've never experienced before.Start your conversation with these four questions: 1. Do you like your coffee safe or spunky? 2. Does it remind you of a place or experience?

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13:43

A Pirate, an Envoy, and a Plant: The Scandalous...

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2025/05/17

Season 1 -Episode 4 In this last episode of a three part series on the global cultivation of coffee, we delve into the extraordinary tale of Gabriel De Clou, the French naval officer who risked everything to introduce coffee to the Caribbean. Discover his audacious mission to smuggle a coffee plant across the perilous Atlantic, facing pirates, jealous passengers, and life-threatening conditions. Share Your Story and Comments: Leave us a voice message using SpeakPipe Stay Connected: Get exclusive

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"Mexico's Coffee Crossroads: Weather, Tariffs & the...

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2025/05/09

Season 1 - Episode 3 In this special episode of "La Taza Habla," join Bald Guy and his guest, Jacob Frankel, from San Cristobal Coffee Importers, as they discuss how weather, tariffs, and the current instability in Mexico will not only impact local coffee growers but the coffee industry worldwide. This episode offers insights into the inner workings of coffee production and echoes the sentiment of "doing the most good with the least amount of harm", while safeguarding the quality and traceability of

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07:00

"La Taza Habla: My Coffee Journey and How Simple Math...

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2025/05/05

Season 1 - Episode 0 Master the simple coffee technique that redefined mornings for Bald Guy Brew founder Don Cox. Follow his Java Journey from childhood curiosity to coffee roasting mastery." Share Your Story and Comments: Leave us a voice message using SpeakPipe Stay Connected: Get exclusive coffee stories & tips delivered to your inbox Download your Ratio Companion Guide Travel the World from Your Kitchen Table: Bald Guy Brew Coffee Roasting Co.

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15:09

"From Sacred Smuggling to India's Coffee Legacy: The...

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2025/05/05

Season 1 - Episode 2 Journey to 17th century India where a daring Sufi monk's seven smuggled coffee beans changed history. Discover how this sacred theft cultivated a global coffee movement that spread from Indian shores to Indonesian islands. Share Your Story and Comments: Leave us a voice message using SpeakPipe Stay Connected: Get exclusive coffee stories & tips delivered to your inbox Download your Ratio Companion Guide Travel the World from Your Kitchen Table: Bald Guy Brew Coffee Roasting

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"Goats, Rituals, and Legacy: How Ethiopia changed the...

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2025/05/04

Season 1 - Episode 1 Journey to the Cradle of Coffee where legends meet history. From dancing goats to sacred ceremonies, travel with us through time to the birthplace of coffee in ancient Abysannia Share Your Story and Comments: Leave us a voice message using SpeakPipe Stay Connected: Get exclusive coffee stories & tips delivered to your inbox Download your Ratio Companion Guide Travel the World from Your Kitchen Table: Bald Guy Brew Coffee Roasting Co.

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