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PODCAST

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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93:20

How Barista Competitions Shaped the Coffee You Drink...

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2025/10/06

How far has the coffee industry come in the last couple of decades? A lot has changed since the 2000s; a quarter century in and the specialty coffee is almost unrecognisable. Simon Gautherin from the innovative mineral brand APAX Lab joins us to discuss some of the biggest innovations of the 21st century in coffee competition, and how the past might help predict the future of coffee…If you're new here (welcome), our show dives into some of the best coffee conversations on the internet, but we will

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30:54

After Morgan Drinks Coffee - Signature Bevs &...

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2025/10/01

We dive into the Flair Wizard - a tool that lets you steam milk without an espresso machine (yep, you read that right). Plus, off the back of our chat with Morgan Eckroth, we unpack how they’ve turned social media into a strategic powerhouse. And of course, a few big industry updates: from new research on coffee species diversity to Starbucks’ 3D-printed store in Texas.Coffee Break is your weekly inside scoop into the coffee community. Expect on-the-fly barista tips, brutally honest café takes

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78:22

Are Signature Drinks Saving or Ruining Coffee? |...

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2025/09/29

Morgan Eckroth, best known on the internet as @morgandrinkscoffee, is a popular content creator and US Barista Champion. They graced our studio today to give us the low down on signature drinks; Why are signature drinks everywhere? How do you design one that will hit? And what impact do signature drinks have on the industry as a whole? A huge thank you to Morgan for joining the show! Make sure to check out their socials linked below. If you're new here (welcome), our show dives into some of the

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31:00

$30,000 Coffee to Cockroach Milk … | COFFEE BREAK!

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2025/09/24

What does it really take to judge a coffee competition?This week we unpack our chat with Hendri Kurniawan, the world coffee events rep who literally judges the judges. From calibration and comment checks to the huge personal costs of volunteering, we dive into what makes judging fair, objective, and supportive for competitors. We also riff on the risks of brewing $250 cups and $30,000/kg coffees, new approaches like pre-batched espresso, and why customer trust is everything when it comes to

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71:58

Inside the Judge’s Mind - How Coffee Competitions...

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2025/09/22

Ever wondered what really goes on behind the judge’s table at the World Barista Championship? In this episode of It’s Just Coffee!, hosts Rohan Cooke and Ben Bicknell sit down with Hendri Kurniawan - Jakarta Coffee Week founder, trainer of judges, and World Coffee Championship judge - to unpack the fascinating (and sometimes controversial) world of competition judging. From the evolution of barista competitions to the myths around expensive coffees, Hendri and Ben share what it takes to be a

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23:46

Barista Competitions - Trophy or Community? | COFFEE...

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2025/09/17

What happens when a World Barista Champion admits his biggest lessons came from failure? In this Coffee Break, Rohan and Ben break down their chat with Dale Harris - from crashing and burning on stage to finding community backstage, and why competitions can shape careers far beyond trophies. This week’s coffee NEWS headlines : Costa Coffee - Coca-Cola is set to sell the UK’s largest coffee chain, just seven years after its £3.9B buyout. Asking price: £2B. Starbucks - New CEO shifts focus back

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85:03

How to Win the World Barista Championship | World...

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2025/09/15

Dale Harris was the World Barista Champion of 2017. He joins us today to share his journey to the top… How did he get to competing on the world stage?? This episode is for anyone curious about the behind the scenes of some of the most competitive coffee competitions in the world. Whether you’ve competed before, would like to one day, or simply want to know more about the WBC, this episode is for you. If you're new here (welcome), our show dives into some of the best coffee conversations on the

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29:08

Minimal Intervention Roasting Doesn’t Exist | COFFEE...

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2025/09/10

So … what does it actually take to become a great coffee roaster?This week on Coffee Break, Rohan and Ben unpack their chat with roasting legend Anne Cooper (Equilibrium Master Roasters) - and it gets fiery. From why the industry desperately needs clearer roasting standards, to the myth of “espresso vs filter roasts”, to whether “minimal intervention roasting” is just a fairytale, nothing is off the table. We also dive into: - UC Davis’ new research on universal roast colour standards - Dark

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78:01

The Three Golden Rules of Coffee Roasting | Master...

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2025/09/08

Coffee roasting… an art or a science? Master roastress & coffee consultantAnne Cooper joins us in the studio to share her extensive coffee roasting knowledge. We address roasting myths and misconceptions, the endless pursuit of perfection, and the Three Golden Rules of coffee roasting. We also discuss the impact of automation and new technologies like the Typhoon Roaster. If you're new here (welcome), our show dives into some of the best coffee conversations on the internet, but we will always

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51:18

Coffee Tasting 101: Taste, Smell, Remember | BEN...

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2025/09/04

It’s a Sensory Analysis Masterclass! Want to know exactly what happens in your mouth when you taste coffee? We interviewed co-host, Q-Grader, and sensory expert Ben Bicknell to get the low down on sensory analysis; Where do tasting notes come from? … And how does aroma impact flavour? We discuss practical exercises to help you better identify taste intensities, and explain concepts such as the triangulation test. If you're new here (welcome), our show dives into some of the best coffee

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21:17

Are Omni Roasts Lazy - or the Future? | COFFEE BREAK!

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2025/08/27

So you’re a roaster wondering: seasonal blends, omni roasts, or naturals - where do you stand? Well … start by listening to this Coffee Break!In this episode, the crew unpack their recent chat with Klaus Thomsen of Coffee Collective, diving into some of the big roasting debates: Should roasters only serve seasonal blends, or is consistency king? Are omni roasts just lazy - or a practical solution for espresso + filter? Why do people still die on the “washed vs. natural” hill?

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81:04

Scaling Coffee Without Killing Quality | KLAUS...

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2025/08/25

What makes a roastery truly stand out - is it the coffee itself, the transparency behind it, or the trust customers place in the brand? For many, navigating the roasting world feels like chasing moving targets.Today we’re joined by Klaus Thomsen, World Barista Champion (2006) and co-founder of Coffee Collective. From humble beginnings in a garage, Klaus and his team now run 8 shops, a bakery, and supply over 420 wholesale partners worldwide. In this episode, Klaus shares how roasters can build

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21:24

Freezing Coffee, $30K Geisha & Barista Workflow Hacks...

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2025/08/20

On today’s show: A Geisha coffee smashes records, we explore why freezing your beans might be worth it, and debate workflow innovations like the EK grinder and WDT. Plus, we discuss the surprising impact of La Cimbali and Eversys on DeLonghi’s profits.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 coffee secrets. Want more coffee content? IT'S JUST COFFEE:

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77:00

Designing the Axil Coffee Menu : Lessons from a...

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2025/08/18

Picture this: you’re a café owner, or dreaming of opening one, and it’s time to choose the coffee you’ll serve. But where do you even start?With endless choice, and a fickle market, designing a coffee menu can be daunting. That’s why we’ve got Jack Simpson in the studio! A three-time Australian Barista Champion and sales rep for the renowned Axil Coffee, you could say he knows a thing or two about selecting coffee. Join us as we unpack the process of designing a coffee menu. Learn how to create a

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23:51

Philz Coffee Sells for $145M?! + Coffee Raves &...

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2025/08/13

On today’s show: Philz Coffee has been sold for a record price… will other chains follow suit? Plus! We discuss the coffee raves popping up over the city, and explore coffee sourcing at different scales. 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 coffee secrets. Want more coffee content? IT'S JUST COFFEE:

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75:39

Inside Counter Culture’s Coffee Sourcing: Fair Trade,...

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2025/08/12

So you’re green coffee sourcing, where do you begin?? Well… start by listening to this episode!Today we’re joined by Katie Cargulio, an expert in green coffee sourcing. She’s a U.S Barista Champion, sensory expert, and leader at one of the most respected roasters in the U.S, Counter Culture Coffee. We’ll explore the myriad of ways one can choose to source coffee, weighing up the choices that can often make coffee sourcing difficult to navigate. So if you’re a green buyer, or simply are

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21:59

10 Second Lattes? + The $1 Coffee That Could Change...

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2025/08/06

Today we break down Tuesday’s episode with Chris Maybury: Should we be jumping on the automation train? And what automated coffee machines are worth your buck? Plus, Street Smart Hospitality is raising funds for homelessness through their annual coffee-led campaign, CafeSmart. More details about the CafeSmart event available soon. In the meantime, check out https://www.instagram.com/streetsmarthospo/ to learn more. Coffee Break is your weekly inside scoop into the coffee community. Everything

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61:17

Espresso on Tap: Creating the Café of the Future |...

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2025/08/04

We’re joined by Chris Maybury, the mastermind behind the fully automated cafe - Beta Coffee. Chris discusses his vision for his Sydney based cafe, including his groundbreaking pre-batched espresso and automated milk steaming. Despite all this automation, Chris is an advocate for building connections between customer and barista, arguing that automation may just be the key to better hospitality. So, can pre-batched espresso really stand up to fresh espresso - and if it can, what does that mean for

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20:42

La Marzocco Collabs Ranked + Are We Wasting Good...

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2025/07/30

We’re answering your questions! What would we be doing if we weren't working in coffee…are we wasting single origin beans on home machines…and should you get your cafe staff sensory trained?? Plus! We discuss the most overrated trends in coffee right now, and share our thoughts on some of La Marzocco’s luxury brand collaborations. 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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70:20

‘The Future of Coffee Report’, From the Legacy Brand...

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2025/07/28

Today we are joined by La Marzocco’s Head of Marketing, Anita (Jets) Langlands! With over 20 years experience in the industry, Jets has a unique and in depth understanding of marketing in the coffee world. She’s been tasked with carrying on the legacy of La Marzocco, while also carving out the future of the brand - piece of cake! We discuss everything from luxury brand collaborations to marketing for the next gen. Plus! We break down La Marzocco’s most recent ‘Future of Coffee’ report, tackling

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