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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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10:33

Ep 2: Colombia's Mountain Map of Flavor

La Taza Habla ·

2025/11/07

Why does one bag of Colombian Coffee taste like sweet chocolate and another like lime? In this episode of La Taza Habla, we unlock the secret to Coffee Flavor by revealing Colombia’s "mountain map". Moving beyond the economics of Part 1 (The Paradox of Plenty ), we dive into Coffee Terroir and how the three Cordillera mountain ranges create hundreds of distinct microclimates.Host Don Cox takes you on a tour of five key Coffee Origin regions —from the juicy citrus of Huila (home to the Cadefihuila

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10:09

Ep 1: Colombia - The Paradox of Plenty

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2025/10/31

Welcome to La Taza Habla, where 20 years of specialty coffee stories reveal the hidden truths in your cup. In this deep-dive, we explore the precarious state of Colombian Coffee—a global icon that’s now teetering on the brink of crisis. We trace its fascinating origin story, from 18th-century "penance planting" by Jesuit priests that spurred expansion across regions like Santander, to the current model dominated by small holder farms.You’ll discover the "Paradox of Plenty," a term that explains why

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9:23

EP 2: Liquid Geography: Costa Rica’s Coffee in the...

La Taza Habla ·

2025/10/24

Discover the liquid geography of your morning cup! In this intimate episode of La Taza Habla, your host takes you on a sensory four-sip journey through a rare Costa Rica coffee from the high-altitude Chirripó origin. We explore why this region produces beans unlike any other, beginning with the geographical shock that the coffee was grown at an elevation equivalent to thirteen Empire State Buildings stacked. Learn how microclimates and the strictly hard bean (SHB) classification create a flavor

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7:19

Episode 1: Costa Rica - The Country That Banned Bad...

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2025/10/17

Ever grabbed a bag of Costa Rican coffee at the store and assumed you knew what you were getting? In Part 1 of this two-part journey, we shatter that myth. We explore the incredible coffee history of Costa Rica, a nation that literally bet its future on a single plant and used coffee to build its entire infrastructure. Discover the story behind the radical 1989 Robusta ban—a national commitment to coffee quality that made mediocrity illegal—and what that bold move has in common with the American

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8:32

From Soil to Soul - The Cup Talks

La Taza Habla ·

2025/10/10

Welcome to this episode of La Taza Habla. Before your next sip, join us on a journey into the Global Coffee System, an oscillating and complex machine that connects 125 million people across over 50 countries. This isn't just caffeine; it's economy, survival, and a reflection of humanity's struggles. We peel back the morning aroma to reveal the harsh realities of the Coffee Belt, the slender band between the tropics where your coffee is grown. This episode is a call to be amazed by the bean to cup

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13:23

An Amish Cart, a Hurricane, and a Roaster’s Faith

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2025/10/03

Welcome back to La Taza Habla, the podcast celebrating 20 years of specialty coffee stories! In this powerful episode, we sit down with Don Cox, a man whose coffee roasting journey is a testament to extraordinary small business resilience and unwavering faith. Don recounts a staggering series of setbacks, from an economic collapse in '08 and losing his entire operation to an arsonist in 2016, to the ultimate test: a catastrophic hurricane/flood that left his business decimated, with mud 10 feet

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4:15

Western NC - Thorns & Gratitude: How Disaster Forged...

La Taza Habla ·

2025/09/26

In this special episode of La Taza Habla, we deviate from our usual format to reflect on the one-year anniversary of Hurricane Helene's devastating impact on Western North Carolina's high country. Our host, Don Cox (aka Bald Guy), speaks from the international headquarters in Boone, NC, to share his personal experience and gratitude for the community's response. He reflects on the flooding and landslides that ravaged the area, noting that his generation has never witnessed such an event. The episode

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9:21

Cheetos, Crackers & Coffee: Keeping Flavor Alive”

La Taza Habla ·

2025/09/19

Welcome to La Taza Habla, the podcast where we dive into 20 years of specialty coffee stories. In this episode, we're busting a common myth: that coffee is best right after it's roasted. We share a personal story from seminary days to illustrate why freshly roasted beans need to rest. The key is a process called degassing, where coffee releases CO2 for 24 to 48 hours, allowing the flavors to truly open up and become balanced and vibrant.In this episode you will learn about : The coffee timeline

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7:49

When Silence Isn't An Option

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2025/09/12

In this unscripted episode of La Taza Habla, Don Cox sets aside the usual specialty coffee talk to wrestle with something heavier: the cultural normalization of violence. From the most recent assassination to a tragic stabbing in Charlotte, NC, our communities are fraying. Disagreement has become enmity, and violence is met with silence—or worse, celebration.Don reflects on why silence in the face of violence isn’t an option, and how sharing coffee can reconnect us as humans. This heartfelt episode

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10:52

Part 2: The Daily Grind Made Simple

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2025/09/05

Welcome to a special episode of La Taza Habla, where we continue our deep dive into the art of coffee grinding and its profound impact on coffee flavor. Join Don Cox as he welcomes back specialty coffee expert Gary Horn from GH Grinding and Brewing Solutions. In this episode, we address common questions from home brewing enthusiasts, from finding the perfect grind size (a little above table salt!) to the debate over misting beans. Gary shares his invaluable insights on why a fresh grind every

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09:37

Part 1: The Grind is Real: Unlock Your Coffee’s Flavor

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2025/08/29

Unlock the secret to café-quality coffee at home. In this episode of La Taza Habla, host Don Cox sits down with his high school friend and grinding expert Gary Horn, founder of GH Grinding and Brewing Solutions, to demystify one of the most overlooked steps in coffee brewing: the grind. For anyone frustrated by the difference between their home brew and a barista-made cup, this episode is a game-changer. Don and Gary break down complex coffee science and bean to cup theory into simple, actionable

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10:42

Craft Your Water for the Perfect Cup

La Taza Habla ·

2025/08/22

In this episode of La Taza Habla, join us as we dive into a game-changing discovery about the world of specialty coffee and the single most important ingredient: water. For years, the coffee industry has believed that minerals must be present during the brewing process for proper flavor extraction. But a new concept, "ionic influence on brewed coffee tastes," completely shatters this long-held belief. This research reveals that minerals like magnesium and calcium affect flavor and mouthfeel

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10:54

Fix Your Water, Fix your Coffee

La Taza Habla ·

2025/08/15

Have you ever wondered why your home-brewed specialty coffee doesn't taste like the cafe's? The answer might be in your tap. In this episode of La Taza Habla, we dive deep into the crucial, but often overlooked, role of water in your daily brew. Discover why 85% of Americans have hard water and how it affects the flavor and extraction of your favorite beans. We explore three main solutions for every budget, from simple activated charcoal pitchers that remove bad tastes to under-the-sink reverse

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10:44

Is your water secretly ruining your coffee?

La Taza Habla ·

2025/08/08

Are you truly satisfied with your morning coffee? ☕ In this foundational episode of our three-part series on water, we dive deep into how a hidden factor—your home's water hardness—could be secretly ruining your coffee. We explore the difference between hard water and soft water and how the minerals dissolved in your tap water impact everything from soap lathering to the scale buildup in your expensive coffee machine. Learn a simple, no-cost DIY water test you can do in 30 seconds with basic liquid

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08:02

How Science Saved Decaf: Coffee Chemistry 101 with...

La Taza Habla ·

2025/08/01

What really happens when coffee goes decaf? Discover the truth of the often-misunderstood world of decaffeination as we peel back the layers to reveal the surprising history and cutting-edge science that creates your favorite caffeine-free brew. Discover how decaf coffee went from using dangerous chemicals like benzene to today's revolutionary supercritical CO2 process. Our expert guest, Dr. BJ Yoblinski, an inorganic chemist, demystifies complex concepts, explaining what a supercritical fluid is

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07:53

Beyond the Buzzwords: What's in your Cup Matters!

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2025/07/25

Join us on La Taza Habla as we pull back the curtain on the coffee industry's environmental and social claims, revealing the uncomfortable realities often hidden behind marketing buzzwords. With over two decades in specialty coffee, your host exposes the brutal truth: coffee is a tree-cutting, diesel-burning, ozone-busting industry with a massive environmental footprint. This episode dives deep into greenwashing, where environmental claims lack substance, and farmwashing, using farmer photos and

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06:27

The Coffee Mycotoxin Myth

La Taza Habla ·

2025/07/18

La Taza Habla: The Coffee Mycotoxin MythIn this eye-opening episode of La Taza Habla, we dive deep into the pervasive myths surrounding mycotoxins in specialty coffee. Join your host as he unpacks the real science behind ochratoxin A (OTA) and other naturally occurring byproducts from certain molds, addressing the alarming claims that your morning brew is making you "toxic and sick". We'll explore why these scare tactics, often spread online, are largely unfounded, especially when it comes to

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10:06

The Cup Don’t Lie: Old-School Roasting, No...

La Taza Habla ·

2025/07/11

Step inside the roastery with Don Cox, "The Bald Guy," on this experimental episode of La Taza Habla, as he takes you on a sensory and scientific journey through the coffee roasting process. Discover the magical transformation of green coffee beans into the rich, aromatic brew you love. Don demystifies the complex interplay of conduction and convection heat transfer, tracing the historical evolution of roasting from open fires to modern drum roasters. Learn how the vital Maillard reaction creates

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10:25

Part 3: Processing & Flavor: From Fruit to Cup

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2025/07/04

Welcome back to La Taza Habla, the podcast where we bring you 20 years of specialty coffee stories! In this insightful episode, we crack open the fascinating world of coffee processing and uncover how it transforms a humble fruit into the incredible coffee flavor you love in your cup. Ever wondered about the journey from farm to flavor? We go back to the origins, long before espresso and baristas, to understand the critical steps that give your coffee beans their distinct character. We'll explore

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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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