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Lean Coffee Talk (formerly known as Lean Whiskey)

Mark Graban & Jamie Flinchbaugh

Formerly known as ”Lean Whiskey.” Mark Graban and Jamie Flinchbaugh share more than just their MIT degrees: they’re authors, speakers, and trusted voices in the Lean community... plus they’re both serious about their coffee. Each episode offers insightful discussions on essential topics like operational excellence, leadership effectiveness, organizational culture, problem-solving strategies, innovation, and building a thriving Lean culture. Whether you’re an experienced executive, an ambitious

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01:27:27

Toasting the U.S. Micro Whiskey of the Year (Glenns...

Lean Coffee Talk (formerly known as Lean Whiskey) ·

2023/01/20

Episode page with video and more What do you do when you are chosen as Jim Murray’s US Micro Whiskey of the Year? You pop in to join Mark and Jamie on Lean Whiskey to talk about it. At least that’s what our friend David Meier of Glenns Creek Distilling did in Episode 38. While we were able to drink, and celebrate, the success of OCD #5, we also explored David’s continued learning, problem solving, and improvement of whiskey production. We also learned that he was featured on an episode of

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01:22:35

Starbucks’ Gemba, Toyota’s Tour, Product Innovation &...

Lean Coffee Talk (formerly known as Lean Whiskey) ·

2022/12/22

Mark Graban & Jamie Flinchbaugh Alternative title: “I’ll have a half-caff no-whip soy-milk chestnut praline latte… to-go” Episode page with video and links In Episode 37, we wish everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays with some new (to us) holiday cocktails. Mark tries the Bourbon Flip, and Jamie makes a Hot Buttered Bourbon. Neither will likely be in our regular rotation of cocktails, but they suit the “spirit” of the holiday season and might be a nice treat to make for guests. Your hosts

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01:21:12

Jamie Flinchbaugh & Chris Kauzmann on Design...

Lean Coffee Talk (formerly known as Lean Whiskey) ·

2022/12/09

In Episode 36, Jamie Flinchbaugh is joined by Chris Kauzmann, an Adjunct Faculty and Innovator in Residence at Lehigh University. Chris, a self-described “bottom shelf” whiskey drinker, joins Jamie to sample some Nikka Coffee Malt Whiskey and Blue Run High Rye Bourbon. We explore design thinking, which is both distinct from lean but also inherently consistent. The terminology is often quite different, but the essence of the work is very similar. Removing our biases and gaining insight through

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01:15:26

Going to ”Gemba” at Scotch Whisky Distilleries; Work...

Lean Coffee Talk (formerly known as Lean Whiskey) ·

2022/10/14

In Episode 35, Mark is recently back from his Scotland gemba visit. He isn't tired from jet lag, or from whiskey, but nevertheless, Mark and Jamie both end up complaining about being tired. Maybe we're just…old (gasp). We also didn't plan our color coordination (for those on video). Episode page with video and more "We’re tired, but not tired of whisky. A gemba walk will pick us up..." We focus this episode on going to the gemba in the making of scotch whisky, from Mark's recent trip. We talk about

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58:25

Crazy Ideas, From Shipping Flowers to Crab Whiskey

Lean Coffee Talk (formerly known as Lean Whiskey) ·

2022/07/29

Episode page: https://leanblog.org/whiskey34 In Episode 34, Mark Graban and Jamie Flinchbaugh begin by belatedly celebrating the 3rd birthday of Lean Whiskey. No, this wasn’t a pandemic-launched podcast, although if we hadn’t started it yet it probably would have become one. We also learn of Mark’s pending trip to Islay, where an awful lot of good whisky is produced. Apparently, Jamie wasn’t invited to record an “on location” episode. Most of the episode we explore the challenges, benefits, and

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01:21:54

On the Road Again and In Person for the First Time

Lean Coffee Talk (formerly known as Lean Whiskey) ·

2022/05/20

Episode page: https://leanblog.org/whiskey33 In Episode 33, we recognize some of the back to normal which includes Mark heading out on the road to do consulting again. That brings Mark close enough to Jamie for a new first: an in-person recording of Lean Whiskey. Mark Graban and Jamie Flinchbaugh meet up in Philadelphia to drink some Garrison Brothers special barrel selection from Mark as well talk about Lean 101 training. In many ways, this is an origin story for Lean Whiskey. Mark and Jamie would

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01:34:57

Employee Engagement Beyond Buying Them Pizza (or...

Lean Coffee Talk (formerly known as Lean Whiskey) ·

2022/02/04

Episode page: https://www.leanblog.org/whiskey32 In Episode 32 of “Lean Whiskey,” Mark Graban and Jamie Flinchbaugh have a first… comparing two similar whiskeys from the same distiller. In this case, family-owned Willett and their Willett Pot Still Reserve bourbon and the Johnny Drum bourbon. We definitely both have our favorite of the two, but you'll have to listen to find out which. We also spend a little time exploring the history of this old brand, their departure, and their recent return to the

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01:36:49

End a Year, End a Bottle; Start a Year, Start a Bottle

Lean Coffee Talk (formerly known as Lean Whiskey) ·

2021/12/09

Show notes: https://www.leanblog.org/whiskey31 In Episode 31 of “Lean Whiskey,” Mark Graban and Jamie Flinchbaugh discuss the routines and practices of wrapping up a year, and kicking off a new year. In that spirit, we either finish a bottle of whiskey, or start a new one. We also invite three guests to share their thoughts. Past Lean Whiskey guests Jim Benson, Deondra Wardelle, and Chris Burnham join and share their thoughts on finishing up a year and starting a new one. Routines, habits, practices

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01:38:48

Celebrating 30 Episodes, Writing Books, and Great...

Lean Coffee Talk (formerly known as Lean Whiskey) ·

2021/10/22

Show notes: https://www.leanblog.org/whiskey30 In Episode 30 of “Lean Whiskey“, Mark Graban and Jamie Flinchbaugh find things to celebrate, starting with the fact that we have hit 30 episodes. In that time, we've had 14 guests or co-hosts, and tasted 56 different whiskeys (not counting the gin and coffee detours) covering 5 countries and 7 states. We've also had over 10,000 downloads which is a celebration of its own right, and while we do not record this show just to get lots of listeners, we are

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01:33:43

Yellow Cards, Coffee Cocktails, and a Smashed Barrel

Lean Coffee Talk (formerly known as Lean Whiskey) ·

2021/08/20

Show notes: https://www.leanblog.org/whiskey29 In Episode 29, it's been a little while since Mark and Jamie got together for Lean Whiskey. We catch up on what's new, which includes Mark's new certification with distinction with the WSET Level 2 Spirits certification, and Jamie's new side-hustle as a soccer referee. We return to making cocktails, this time building on our coffee theme from the pour-over edition of Episode 27. We both make coffee cocktails. Jamie's is a whiskey espresso martini, equal

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01:35:12

Mistakes Make us Better (and Sometimes Make Whiskey...

Lean Coffee Talk (formerly known as Lean Whiskey) ·

2021/06/18

Show notes: https://www.leanblog.org/whiskey28 In Episode 28, Mark and Jamie begin by having our spouses pour mystery whiskeys for us. We don’t know what they are when we start drinking them. Mark’s wife at least joins him occasionally in a dram, but Jamie’s wife is truly pouring without experience, but he’s safe since it is from his own shelf. Mark and Jamie give their best guess, so listen and see if they get it right (or at least partially correct). Jamie and Mark then build on Mark’s highly

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01:25:50

Lean Coffee: Pour Over Edition With Inventory /...

Lean Coffee Talk (formerly known as Lean Whiskey) ·

2021/05/21

https://www.leanblog.org/whiskey27 In Episode 27, Mark and Jamie switch things up a bit with a morning recording of the show. While we could have just started our whiskey early, instead we decided to switch to a beverage that shares much of the same culture, craft, and appreciation as whiskey, and that is coffee. Although a bit of throwback in terms of usages, the trend towards pour over coffee embraces the culture of single origin coffee, much like the shift from whiskey blends towards more single

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01:20:45

The Accidental St. Patrick’s Day Celebration, and...

Lean Coffee Talk (formerly known as Lean Whiskey) ·

2021/03/26

Show notes and links: https://www.leanblog.org/whiskey26 In Episode 26, we accidentally celebrate St. Patrick's Day with some Irish whiskey, lightly mourn some NCAA March Madness losses (or absences, and Jamie Flinchbaugh and Mark Graban welcome guest co-host Adam Zak. We selected Irish whiskey as a category because we hadn't used it yet, but after changing the date of the scheduled recording, we ended up quite close to St. Patrick's Day (which was officially a dry holiday until 1970, but that

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01:15:45

Peaty Scotch, Working from Home, and Misunderstood...

Lean Coffee Talk (formerly known as Lean Whiskey) ·

2021/02/26

In Episode 25, Jamie Flinchbaugh and Mark Graban welcome a guest to our show, with Jim Benson joining us. Jim has been a long-time collaborator of Mark's, and certainly enjoys a dram or two of whiskey. We begin by getting the backstory on Jim's Twitter handle @OurFounder, complete with artwork. Show notes: https://www.leanblog.org/whiskey25 Since it's still winter, and Jamie continues to spend more time driving his snowblower than his car, we thought “something peaty” felt fitting. We all selected

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01:21:22

Homemade Whiskey Cream and Vaccination (Not to be...

Lean Coffee Talk (formerly known as Lean Whiskey) ·

2021/02/05

Mark Graban & Jamie Flinchbaugh https://www.leanblog.org/whiskey24 In Episode 24, Mark and Jamie return to a familiar format, just the two of them chatting over some whiskey. In this episode, they decide to make homemade whiskey cream (more popularly known as Irish cream or just Bailey's). Mark's recipe is keto-friendly and Jamie's utilizes rye whiskey. Check out the links below for their recipes and a history of the creation of Bailey's Irish Cream. After celebrating Jamie's completion of his next

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01:12:07

Finishing 2020 with Kentucky Bourbon, Eggnog, and...

Lean Coffee Talk (formerly known as Lean Whiskey) ·

2020/12/17

Mark Graban, Jamie Flinchbaugh, and Deondra Wardelle https://www.leanblog.org/whiskey23 for show notes and links In Episode 23, Mark and Jamie return to finish out 2020, this time joined by Kentucky native Deondra Wardelle, so naturally Kentucky bourbon is our whiskey category of choice. Bourbons selected include Brough Brothers, Willett, and Barton 1792. After introducing Deondra to our listeners, we take a moment to toast the life of Norman Bodek, who passed away last week at the age of 88. After

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01:06:06

Catching Up with Honsha Friends Over Whisky, Sake,...

Lean Coffee Talk (formerly known as Lean Whiskey) ·

2020/10/30

Mark Graban, Darril Wilburn, and Sammy Obara https://www.leanblog.org/whiskey22 For Episode 22, Mark Graban is joined by Darril Wilburn and Sammy Obara, two former Toyota employees who are colleagues at the firm Honsha. They are two of the authors of the excellent book Toyota by Toyota. The three talk about how they met (via LEI and other Lean events) and how Mark was invited by Darril and Honsha to go to Japan with them two years ago (see posts about that trip). They talk about the "conveyor belt

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01:35:22

Highland Park Scotch, What is the Point of Lean...

Lean Coffee Talk (formerly known as Lean Whiskey) ·

2020/10/23

Mark Graban, Jamie Flinchbaugh, and Tom Ehrenfeld https://www.leanblog.org/whiskey21 In Episode 21, Mark and Jamie return to our regular casual format of open discussion over a drink, this time joined by Tom Ehrenfeld, well known to the lean community for his writing and editorial work with the Lean Enterprise Institute. We all enjoyed tasting some Highland Park scotch, with Tom trying it for the first time, Mark opening a new bottle, and Jamie getting towards the end of a bottle. We talk about

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01:07:15

Live from the Colorado Lean Network Summit,...

Lean Coffee Talk (formerly known as Lean Whiskey) ·

2020/09/18

Mark, Jamie, Katie Benik, and Jen House http://www.leanblog.org/whiskey20 In Episode 20, Mark Graban and Jamie Flinchbaugh join the Colorado Lean Summit live and host a virtual happy hour while discussing the first couple days of the events proceedings. Joining us as co-hosts are CLN members Jen House (also a board member) and Katie Benik. We took some questions, shared what people were drinking in the chat, and had our own chat about what we’ve learned from the Summit. We started by sharing our

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01:04:01

Mark Graban & Cliff Hazell: Amrut, Uncle Nearest, and...

Lean Coffee Talk (formerly known as Lean Whiskey) ·

2020/08/27

Mark Graban and Cliff Hazel http://www.leanblog.org/whiskey19 For Episode #19, Mark Graban is joined by a new guest host, Cliff Hazell. Mark and Cliff first met years ago in Austin at the Lean Coaching Summit, where they shared some Garrison Brothers whiskey and talked about Lean, Deming, coaching, and such. So today, Mark and Cliff share a drink — Amrut whiskey from India for Cliff and Uncle Nearest 1856 Tennessee whiskey for Mark. “Uncle Nearest” is a new brand that's named after Nearest Green,

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