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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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1:24

Welcome to IT'S JUST COFFEE!

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2025/04/09

Welcome to It’s Just Coffee - the podcast that brews up everything from industry gossip to world-class gear tips.Hosted by Rohan Cooke, each episode dives deep into the culture, craft, and chaos of the coffee world. From chats with World Barista Champions and café owners killing it, to viral chefs and comedy legends, we cover it all. Hear from the biggest names like Scott Rao, Anthony Douglas, Sasa Sestic, Jen Fricker, and many more. Whether you’re a home barista looking to level up or just here

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76:06

Quitting Restaurants, Staying Authentic & Going Viral...

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2025/04/07

On today’s show: Andy Hearnden, also known as Andy Cooks, joins us in the studio to discuss his remarkable journey to becoming a leading culinary influencer. Since working at Melbourne's iconic ST. ALi, he’s amassed millions of followers, partnered with BOSS Coffee, released a smash-hit cookbook, and collaborated with personalities like Rita Ora and Taika Waititi— and he’s only just getting started... This fantastic conversation offers valuable insights for anyone trying to make it in the

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22:49

Liam’s Plan to Win the World AeroPress Championship |...

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2025/04/02

Let’s take a Coffee Break! On today’s show: How did Tim Williams transform Climpson and Sons into a destination café and popular London roaster?…Liam is entering the next World AeroPress Championship… Plus! We compare espresso vs. drip coffee, and explore the subjective nature and historical context of natural coffees. 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

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95:04

The World AeroPress Championship: A Global Phenomenon...

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2025/03/31

Tim Williams is the founder of Fieldwork Coffee in Melbourne and the director of the World AeroPress Championship (WAC). In today’s episode, we deep-dive the origins of the WAC and explore what makes the competition unique. Tim also shares his entrepreneurial journey, the impact of COVID-19, and his experience working alongside the legendary James Hoffmann. And don’t miss out on a heated discussion: Are home baristas threatening the future of cafes?If you're new here (welcome), our show dives into

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38:00

Doubling the Attendance Record at MICE2025 | LAUREN...

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2025/03/26

On today’s show: We’re recapping MICE2025! The event saw over 31,000 attendees walk through the doors - so what made this year double its previous attendance record? Joined by MICE Show Director Lauren Chartres, we reflect on the event’s key features, live performances and interactive exhibitions. Plus what’s on the table for 2026...?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

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36:45

Tackling Poverty Through Coffee | ARTHUR KARULETWA +...

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2025/03/24

We’re joined by Arthur Karuletwa and Ben Liebmann to discuss tackling poverty through coffee live at MICE2025. Arthur is a social entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience using coffee and agriculture to uplift communities. Ben is the founder of Understory and the Executive Producer of Omnivore - the eight-part culinary docuseries. This was an enlightening discussion surrounding traceability, Rwanda’s coffee industry, and Arthur’s incredible journey. If you're new here (welcome), our show

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20:32

Where to Find Us at MICE 2025! | COFFEE BREAK

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2025/03/19

On today’s Coffee Break: we debate buying the entire set of the Lion King musical, share our thoughts on filtered water, and spill the beans on our current favorite coffee shops in Melbourne.Plus, MICE is only a few days away! We’ll be there at the ‘It’s Just Coffee Podcast’ Stall - be sure to come say hello. Get 50% OFF your MICE tickets by using code ITSJUSTCOFFEE at checkout! Details: 20-22 March 2025 - Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre, 10am-5pm daily Get Tickets:

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38:51

The Biggest Coffee Event in the Southern Hemisphere -...

IT’S JUST COFFEE! ·

2025/03/17

Well it’s almost our favourite time of year… Melbourne International Coffee Festival (MICE)!We’re joined by Lauren Chartres, MICE’s Show Director, to discuss everything you need to know about the upcoming expo. 2025 brings exciting new features, in depth masterclasses and of course lots of amazing coffee to try! Plan your day and make sure to visit us at the ‘It’s Just Coffee Podcast’ stall (near the Roaster's Playground!). We’ll be doing live shows, giveaways and demos. Use code ITSJUSTCOFFEE

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16:50

What If Your Coffee Could Build Houses? – Biofuel,...

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2025/03/12

Why should you care about coffee grounds? In today’s show: We discuss using coffee grounds for eco-bricks, biofuel and mushroom cultivation, the importance of companies like Reground, and the environmental impact of the coffee industry. Plus, what should you be doing as a home brewer to support a sustainable future? 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

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42:25

What Happens to Your Coffee After You Drink It? – The...

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2025/03/10

Join us as we do the rounds with Beatrice from Reground!Reground is transforming waste, collecting used coffee grounds and soft plastics from cafes and roasteries, diverting over 2 million kilograms of waste from landfills! In today’s episode, we explore their innovative process: turning coffee grounds into rich compost and fertilizer, while soft plastics are repurposed into oil. Along the way, we visit local cafes, tackling the challenges of recycling and exploring the crucial role consumer

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23:24

The Boys are back, Travel adventures & A New Era of...

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2025/03/05

Grab a COFFEE and take a BREAK.On today’s show: dining in UAE causes a minor lapse in Kirk’s vego diet (blame the wagyu double smash patty), we revel at seeing the Burj Khalifa in real life and reflect on the prevalence of expats and economic transition away from oil in Dubai. Plus, what are our thoughts on Pete Licata's ‘Caffeine Control Coffee’ and are we jumping on his 4-Week Caffeine Reduction Plan..? Coffee Break is your weekly inside scoop into the coffee community. Everything from on the

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75:36

We Label Alcohol Strength ... Why Not Coffee? - the...

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2025/03/03

Pete Licata, former World Barista Champion, joins us to talk about ‘Caffeine Control Coffee,’ an Australian roastery launched by Pete and his wife in 2024. The brand focuses on managing caffeine intake for improved sleep and overall wellbeing (we were served some hard truths!).We discuss various decaffeination methods as well as a greater need for caffeine education. Pete shares his experience in the industry, from his first competition back in 2005, to moving to Melbourne in 2019 for a R&D role

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39:27

The 2 Week Finale - Our ‘World of Coffee Dubai’...

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2025/02/27

It’s the final episode of our Dubai Special! We’re reflecting on the incredible experience that was ‘World of Coffee Dubai’ — the first time we’ve taken the podcast internationally, and what an absolute privilege it’s been. We’re a bit blurry-eyed in the hotel lobby (literally), but feeling full of love and gratitude.World of Coffee Dubai is a world-class event, and we made sure to soak in everything it had to offer. In this episode, we look back at our favorite stalls, the amazing caliber of

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54:48

What Canadians Really Think of Aussie Coffee? | Live...

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2025/02/26

Dave Crosby and Cole Torode are the dynamic duo behind ‘Buy The Drip,’ the podcast exploring the craft and business of coffee. We caught up with them in Dubai to talk about their careers in competition and coaching. Dave and Cole also share the journey behind ‘Forward Coffee’ and ‘Russell Coffee Roasters’, and we dig into a fun question: What do Canadians really think of the Australian coffee scene? Of course, we had to connect over our shared experience of hosting coffee podcasts — turns out, we’re

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27:36

If you think you don't like coffee, try specialty...

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2025/02/25

Ben is a renowned Canadian barista, with Six Canadian Barista Championship titles and multiple World Barista Championship finals under his belt.We caught up with Ben at World of Coffee Dubai to discuss his approach to competition - Why is it crucial to have a deep understanding of coffee production? Ben also opens up about the sacrifices required for a career in coffee and the ongoing challenge of a work-life balance. As a family man, origin trips are few and far between - so you’ve gotta make the

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24:59

Why Dubai is the New Global Coffee Hub | Live at...

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2025/02/24

Welcome back to our ‘World of Coffee Dubai Special!’ Today, we’re thrilled to be joined by Majed Altamimi, a prominent figure in Dubai’s coffee scene. As a passionate coffee influencer, Majed uses his platform to showcase and elevate Dubai’s vibrant coffee culture. He’s also dedicated to establishing Dubai as a global coffee hub, drawing in businesses, growers, and coffee enthusiasts from all corners of the world to take part in events like World of Coffee Dubai (including us!). We dive into why

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28:07

Roast Smarter, Not Harder -'I Haven't Changed My...

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2025/02/20

The Special keeps on specialing… We are so excited for this episode, as we’ve finally pinned down the legend Sam Corra!! Sam is the Director of Coffee at the Australian specialty roastery ‘Ona Coffee’ and General Manager of Nucleus Coffee Tools. In this episode we discuss Ona’s top blends over the years and the emergence of some exciting new origins…(ooooh). We also explore new tech including AI chat bots to improve customer support and the Link Roaster developed by Cafe Logic in New Zealand. Any

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21:47

Brewers Cup Champion Makes Waves in Qatar | Live at...

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2025/02/19

Day 3 Baby! Our ‘World Of Coffee Dubai Special’ is just heating up… Today we welcome the winner of the 2024 Qatar National Brewers Cup, Eduard Inocencio! Eduard's passion for coffee began in the Philippines, where he first worked as a barista. In 2017, he relocated to Qatar and quickly became a trailblazer of the country's specialty coffee scene. He’s now a production roaster at Honoroast Specialty Coffee and is set to compete in the World Brewers Cup later this year in Jakarta. In today’s show: We

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20:19

Why Your Coffee Needs Better Water | Live at World of...

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2025/02/18

Hello there fellow travelers! We’re back with another deep dive from World of Coffee Dubai, and today, we’re welcoming back one of our favorite guests—Simon Gautherin from APAX Lab! Simon and Kirk explore Dubai’s late-night coffee culture and how it compares to Australia, then get into the real secret behind great coffee—water quality. Simon breaks down the science behind minerals in water, why bad water = bad coffee, and how APAX Lab is changing the game with mineral-enhanced solutions. It’s

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23:37

Cokuun, Japan’s Most Exclusive Cafe | Live at World...

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2025/02/17

Hello! It’s our World Of Coffee Dubai Special !, double the caffeine, double the podcasts. Today we welcome Hidenori Izaki! Hidenori is a World Barista Champion, coffee business consultant and founder of Cokuun Coffee Shop. He’s a legend in the coffee world, making history as Japan's first Barista Champion and mentoring others to success, including champion Sasa Sestic. In this episode, we discuss his exclusive ‘reservation-only’ coffee shop and explore his vision of elevating coffee to a fine

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