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0:21 The Catch UpUTAH STATE IS THE INAUGURAL JIMMY KIMMEL LA BOWL CHAMPIONS, Jake Paul vs. Tyron Woodley recap
, The Island Boys making waves everywhere, Breezy learning how to use the Gaggia Magenta Prestige Super-Automatic Espresso Machine23:29 The CoffeeModest Coffee: Kenya Karimikuimodest.coffee40:55 The NewsSaudi Arabia Investing in Coffee Production with ‘Coffee City'Bellwether Launches ‘Roast Accelerator' Program for Minority-Owned BusinessesWhich Cities Have the Cheapest & Most Expensive Cup of CoffeeWhy you drink black coffee: It's in your genes

0:21 The Catch UpBreezy out here catching comedy shows, we discuss the somewhat-recent brewery boom in Las Vegas, and Utah State is playing in the Jimmy Kimmel LA Bowl20:41 The CoffeeProgeny CoffeeThis week we brew up Piñata– Juan Felipe Restrepo; a fruity– and expensive– pineapple-fermented microlot roast from Colombia progenycoffee.com40:51 The NewsDenmark's Coffee Collective Releasing ‘The Fundamentals of Excellent Coffee' BookCan Seaweed Replace Plastic In Single-Serve Coffee?Starbucks workers vote to unionize Buffalo, New York, store

0:21 The Catch UpThe fellas recap Thanksgiving, Greg spends a little bit too much time talking about watching too many movies over the holiday, Breezy goes into detail about copping a Gaggia Magenta Prestige Super-Automatic Espresso Machine17:00 The CoffeeJubilee Roasting Company34:40 The NewsCoffee Bros. Launches Crypto Baristas, NFTs to Fund Future New York CafeDad left furious after café accidentally adds COFFEE to his toddler's ‘babycino'McDonald's Employees Hide in Fridge as Customer Picks Fight Over Missing Coffee

0:21 The Weekly Catch UpGreg sparks his typical fall season college football talk, we skim the surface on the Gabi Petitto case and other similar, high-profile crimes against significant others, music festival banter, and the ultimate Vegas pandemic move?: Getting C*VID shots at a strip clubs24:03 Coffee SegmentWe poured up some cups of Noble Coffee Roasters' Los Pinos, from Julia Ortega Carballo. A different and delicious roast. Grape, lemonade, and juniper, you say?41:30 The NewsA Flavor Scientist On Why Americans Are So Obsessed With Pumpkin SpiceThe US Aeropress Championship is Happening This Weekend in IndianapolisDutch Bros Just Went Public And Now Their Owner Is A Billionaire

0:21 The Weekly Catch UpThe JTD crew is officially posting content to YouTube now, Allegiant Stadium is a great place for football, the latest James Bond movie drawing parallels between the recent pandemic and conspiracy theories, and Arcane is the hottest series to ever drop on Netflix.23:30 Coffee SegmentWe poured up some cups of Noble Coffee Roasters' Los Pinos, from Julia Ortega Carballo. A different and delicious roast. Grape, lemonade, and juniper, you say?48:18 The NewsCoffee and Tea Consumption Linked to Lower Stroke and Dementia RiskIs This The Best New Coffee Cocktail Of The Year?Wake up and smell the ‘sustainable' coffee produced in Finnish lab

0:21 The Weekly Catch UpWe chop up the insanity behind the Afghanistan witdhrawal, George bought a miter saw and now thinks he's a carpenter, GW's pool and Lake Mead are both dirty and will be drained soon.18:27 Coffee SegmentThis weeks sipping agenda was Heart Coffee Roasters' Kenya Embu. We copped this bad boy via Fellow Drops text message coffee ordering. Check out Heart Coffee Roasters at heartroasters.comOr, if you are visiting or live in the Portland, Oregon area, be sure to visit them at any of their 3 locations.32:50 The NewsDutch Bros Coffee Is Going PublicOver 100 Million Kilos Of Coffee Expected To Be Lost To Frost In Brazil

0:21 The Weekly Catch UpGreg moved (new house, who dis?), George had a stellar week comprised of a fixed AC unit and a birthday weekend, Greg expresses his dislike for hard seltzers and mercy “drops,” then turns around and gushes over Fellow Products new Fellow Drops coffee ordering program, and GW steps into the Aeropress game. 28:48 Coffee SegmentThis week we put down a flavor-punched Guatemalan coffee from King State Coffee based out of Tampa, Florida. 42:13 The NewsRecent Coronavirus Coffee Study “Plausible” And “Merits Further Investigation”High-End German Grinder Maker Titus Grinding Unveils The NautilusCoffee Prices Drop as Weather, Speculation Affect Market

0:21 The Weekly Catch UpGreg drags us into a Juneteenth discussion and we delve into another discussion about dirty malls.27:40 Coffee SegmentJelly Donut?! This week we sip on Luna coffee from the Pacific Northwest– straight outta BC, Canada.50:18 The NewsThis Is the Best Coffee for Weight Loss, Says an ExpertCostco Shoppers Can't Get Enough Of These Caramel Macchiato CupsThe Reason You Should Avoid Freshly Roasted Coffee

0:21 The Weekly Catch UpAfter eating at the Fashion Show mall, George encountered a large pile of “fully developed” feces in a pile in the middle of the walkway in the mall. We both braved the great outdoors: George “roughed it” out in the wilderness in Zion, Utah. Greg and his fam paddled up the Colorado River. Greg's homie, Lomi, came out to Vegas for son Toa's football camp at UNLV. And George attended the Virgin Hotel grand opening (formerly the Hard Rock) here in Vegas.33:15 Coffee SegmentWe sampled some of the Pacific Northwest's best coffee from 49th Parallel (or, Pacific Southwest– depending on what side of the 49th parallel you're on)Head Office and Roastery6741 Cariboo Road Unit #112, Burnaby,BC V3N 4A349thcoffee.com58:33 The NewsRitual Coffee's owner fires husband after he uses racial slurBLK & Bold Inks NBA Deal, Releases The Warm UpColombia Cup of Excellence Auction Breaks All-Time Average High at $30+/lb

0:21 The Weekly Catch UpThe JTD crew discusses Paul Mooney death and his impact on comedy, the state of employment vs. unemployment in the post-pandemic USofA, and we sip on a sampler pack of Taika coffee.20:42 Coffee SegmentThis week's we got extra-wired on caffeine and adaptogens with the Taika coffee sampler pack, inclusive of Oat Milk Latte, Macadamia Latte, and Black Coffee. According to Taika's web site: “Well first off, it's not just coffee. Taika is a perfectly calibrated blend of coffee and adaptogens that balance caffeine's highs and lows for a smooth, clear experience.” What the hell is an adaptogen? Hell, we weren't too sure ourselves, but one thing's for sure, there's a synergistic effect to be had here. Taika's adaptogen blend includes caffeine, l-theanine, ashwagandha, lion's mane, reishi, and codices militaris. Check em out at taika.co46:14Instant Coffee Recalled for Containing Prozac Drug, Other Risky SubstancesThree cups of coffee a day could help you live longer, study findsStarbucks goes green with Generate

0:21 The Weekly Catch UpGeorge enlightens us with his newfound knowledge via his newly acquired weather station, fixes more busted pipes in his yard, and goes into to detail about Monsanto's legendary litigations. We go back and forth about mask mandates loosening up and being lifted. Plus, the housing market in the US is still going crazy, and how 2021 is Freddie Gibbs' year. Oh, and Fellows dropped a new French press by the name of Clara.28:06 Coffee SegmentThis week's coffee was an outstanding roast from Broad Porch, courtesy of Dave Hardy. While the note callouts of Tropical Fruit and Honeysuckle didn't hit precisely, this was still an amazing brew.165 S. Main, Suite 101Harrisonburg, VA 22801broadporchcoffee.com48:56 NewsKruve Launches Brewler, a Coffee Bean and Grind Measurement ToolCoffee Borer Found for First Time on Hawaiian Island of KauaiMcDonald's is changing its coffee cups to promote the Covid-19 vaccinePBR and Entenmann's Want You to Try Pairing Hard Coffee and DonutsShout Outs:Shout out to Dave Hardy for supplying this weeks coffee from Broad Porch.Babe’s Kitchen, located at College & Horizon in Henderson, NV

0:21 The Weekly Catch UpFirst things first: RIP to the rap legend, DMX. George goes into detail about the Spinn Coffee Maker (promo code ‘THEDRIP’ for $10 off), Dr. Ken Landow is an OG in the Vegas dermatology scene.25:05 Coffee SegmentWe drank a very interesting roast from the award winning Bird Rock Coffee Roasters, based out of San Diego; sweet coffee notes with beach life vibes. 6 locations throughout the San Diego area(619) 272-0203birdrockcoffee.com44:51 NewsCoffee Shop Owner Bans Biden Voters, Trans Patrons from StoreU.S. Postal Service celebrates America’s love of coffeeOregon Coffee Shop Fined $27,470 For COVID-19 Safety Violations

0:21 The Weekly Catch UpArizona and Vegas seem to be COVID Free … at least that’s what the crowds indicate, GW is flexing with his 23 & Me trek, sorting out his family tree, Greg is not about that Justice League Snyder Cut,  Q-Ristie broke the coffee maker at George's house, and George talks about his pre-order of a new coffee maker called Spinn. 40:34 Coffee SegmentWe pour up with some Cartel Coffee Lab's Banco Gotete - a fine Ethiopian roast with notes of orange, molasses, and cinnamon. Be sure to check out Cartel coffee lab –Cartel Coffee Lab444 West CamelbackPhoenix, AZ 85013480-621-6381https://www.cartelcoffeelab.com1:03:30 NewsSuez Canal blockage could intensify shipping delays, lead to shortages of toilet paper, coffee and other consumer goodsNow might be a good time to break your coffee habit

0:21 The Weekly Catch UpWas Coming 2 America a flop? George’s oldest son turned 24 and looks like a professional wrestler, GW plays college drinking games31:02 Coffee SegmentThis week we try Morgon Coffee Roasters, straight outta Sweden (via Dark Moon Coffee Roasters, located in Henderson, NV)(Via Morgon’s web site)We founded Morgon Coffee Roasters in Gothenburg, the summer of 2018. While Morgon is still a relatively young company, our team, consisting of Gabriella Runesson, Christian Gullbrandsson and Markus Vestergaard has nearly 30 years of combined experience of working with coffee.Before coming together to start the roastery we worked together for years. Our combined resume contains everything from previously running a roastery, coffee bars, giving lectures on coffee, training baristas, coffee consulting and competing in most things coffee. Some of those competitions resulted in a bronze in roasting, two silvers in brewing and two gold medals in coffee tasting.morgoncoffeeroasters.com57:10 NewsGeorge pre-ordered the Spinn Coffee MakerNo, cold brew is not iced coffee — here's how to make it

0:21 The Weekly Catch UpGW appropriating Irish culture just to justify drinking on St. Patrick's Day, the JTD Crew will be attending the grand opening of Bungalow Coffee in downtown Las Vegas, the national housing market is out of control, and the Nightstalker documentary on Netflix.23:03 Coffee SegmentThis week we enjoyed some wonderful pours of Methodical Coffee's Frontera De Planadas. A wonderful coffee that is delivered in some pretty awesome packaging as well. methodicalcoffee.com101 N Main St Ste D Greenville, SC 2960142:16 NewsWilliams: A Richmond coffee shop eliminated tipping and now has a hot tip: Don't leave one, it's racist.The #1 Worst Coffee to Drink, According to DietitiansExperts Tell Us How NOT to Store Our Coffee Beans  

0:21 The Weekly Catch UpGreg and Breezy get in some pre-SuperBowl banter and acknowledge Brady as the GOAT of QBs, we recap attempting to have a simple night out with a few beers and ended up needing to play peacemakers, and  Morgan Wallen gets cancelled for dropping the N-Bomb29:26 Coffee SegmentOK, so this week was a double whammy … we're talking CBD smoke alongside coffee drip. This collaboration was between Dad Grass and YES PLZ. It was definitely a new and unique experience.Dad Grass is a CBD Company offering pre-rolled CBD joints and CBD flowerYES PLZ is a specialty coffee subscription service delivering a new roast every weekThe Dad Grass x YES PLZ collabo is sold out, but you can read more information about it here45:31 NewsWhy You're More Creative in Coffee ShopsArabica prices continue to rise in January while Robusta fallsSad Singing Clown Puddles Pity Party Releases Coffee Blend 

0:21 The Weekly Catch UpGeorge opens up talking about the Connor vs Poirier fight, Greg gives a brief recap of his redshirt 46th birthday, somehow George discovers a new-found love for LaVazza at a restaurant, and he also gives us cigar humidor 101.31:05 Coffee SegmentThis week we had Red Roster Coffee on deck. Las Duanas, sourced from El Salvador, boasts notes of dark chocolate, almond, and key lime pie.Red Rooster Coffee Roaster & Cafe823 E Main St.Floyd, VA 24091540-745-7338redroostercoffee.com 49:15 NewsPandemic Erased Nearly a Quarter of US Coffee Shop Market, Report ShowsCalifornia Coffee Farm Valley Heart Ranch is Listed for $14.9 MillionSwedish Roaster Löfbergs Unveils Coffee Station Made with ChaffYour Morning Coffee Hydrates You Almost as Well as Water

0:21 The Weekly Catch UpWe hit you with our political and civilian group hot-takes after having seen the storming of the Capitol Building in Washington D.C. And even worse, Snoop and Em are beefing over something that happened a decade ago. 18:00 The CoffeeWe were taken by surprise with an amazing Ethiopian roasted by Arcade Coffee in Riverside, California.  The notes didn't line up for us exactly as they were described, but it didn't matter! This was an excellent coffee and highly recommended by the JTD™!Shop info:3672 Chicago Ave. Ste. A, Riverside, CA, 92507
951-266-6839arcadecoffeeroasters.com43:15 The News  Italian Study Suggests Espresso Can Help Fend Off Death

0:21 The Weekly Catch UpThe JTD crew recaps Christmas and the boring “new normal” that New Years was– and then we briefly discuss the resolutions that we most likely won't ever follow up on. GW is into yoga? And what the hell is up with the extended Pumpkin Spice Latte season?23:25 The CoffeeFirst or second wave? Nah … we're supposedly in the 3.5 wave of coffee, and today's sip-able was Milagros Gesha by Third Wave Coffee Roasters, based out of Forest, VA. This special ‘Milagros’ (miracle!) washed Gesha microlot comes from 17 small producers in different areas of Huila. These producers are situated at altitudes between 1,600 and 1,800masl throughout the municipalities of Pitalito, Palestina, Acevedo and Timana.Shop info:16955 Forest Road Ste. G Forest, VA 24551(434) 455-0093third-wave.coffee43:15 The News  The Real Difference Between A Flat White And A Cappuccino

0:21 The Weekly Catch UpGeorge gets us up-to-date on his routine blood donation, Greg sipped some “19 Crimes - Cali Red” Snoop Dogg wine, GW gives a brief re-cap of his traditional Christmas Eve Eve dinner party, Greg's binging The Mandalorian, George's tailbone is still busted, and a short discourse into the dietary habits of the aliens from the aptly named movie franchise, Alien.24:20 The CoffeeThis week we sipped on Xanadu Coffee's “The Traveler.” Xanadu Coffee is a coffee roaster/shop with 12 years of history in downtown Phoenix, AZ. Owned by Randy Denton and Jessica Bueno:“Xanadu Coffee has been here in the heart of downtown Phoenix, roasting the best coffees we can find for over 12 years! We cater to specialty coffee shops, fine restaurants, not-so-fine restaurants, coffee nerds, offices, bars, etc.. At our facility we roast coffees, prepare cold brew and nitro coffee, work on machines, host barista training classes, and operate a coffee roasting co-op where we allow like minded individuals and shops the use of our beautiful Probat P12 coffee roaster.”Shop location:625 N 7th StPhoenix, AZ 85006480.220.8779www.xanaducoffee.comFacebook: /xanaducoffeecoInstagram:  /xanadu.coffee52:07 The News  Carlos Santana Launched His Own Coffee Brand—and Yes, There's a 'Smooth' BlendStarbucks to Add Oat Milk to Stores Nationwide in 2021

0:21 The Weekly Catch UpAn action-packed episode! We discuss the tapioca balls in boba tea vs. tapioca pudding, George is talking about his blood, again, then turns right around and culture vultures hip-hop for the sake of xmas sweaters, Greg brings up TI's expediTIously podcast with Goodie Mob telling a story about how Tupac was about to become a member. Plus, the COVID-19 vaccine is here– can it save us all? Can it save CDPR's Cyberpunk 2077 F*-ups?26:50 Coffee SegmentThis week’s coffee is Full Noise (Honduras, from Nahun Fernandez) by Proud Mary Coffee. This is an anaerobic natural 60 hours … what does that mean? We’re not entirely sure, but we know it’s a badass coffee that’s complex and delicious.“Proud Mary was founded by husband and wife Nolan and Shari Hirte in 2009 in Melbourne, Australia. Proud Mary offers products and services that improve the start of your day so dramatically, that it's impossible to go back to the way things used to be.”2012 NE Alberta St, Portland, OR 97211503.208.3475Open 8am-4pm DailyKitchen closes at 3pmproudmarycoffee.com49:36 Coffee NewsFolgers Faces Fraud Filing For Fudging Fill Factor (Fallegedly)

0:21 The Weekly Catch UpGeorge got busy this Thanksgiving and cooked up a whole pig at his house to feed a small army of holiday friends, we discuss the Mike Tyson and Jones Jr. fight exhibition recap and Greg has to let George know that he wouldn’t have literal fighting chance against a 51 year old Roy Jones Jr.. Plus, the trend of vilifying comedians for their jokes.31:57 Coffee SegmentIn this episode we s-sip on some GGET (Go Get Em Tiger) Coffee; the Caballero Catuai, Honduras, to be exact. GGET is a coffee roaster and cafe based in LA County. With humble beginnings as a pop-up coffee shop, GGET now has several locations and wide variety of roasts in the Los Angeles area.Grand Central Market (original location)317 S Broadway C19Los Angeles, CA 90013Text and ask anything at: 1-323-YAA-GGETgget.com47:40 Coffee News  The La Marzocco Linea Mini Was Barely on SaleSprudge Selected As Coffee Guides Provider For The New Apple MapsMeet Covidisor, A Practical COVID Helmet That Lets You Drink CoffeeTrinity Coffee Lightens Up With the Trinity Zero BrewerHere's What Espresso Drink To Order, Based On Your Zodiac Sign

0:21 The Weekly Catch UpGeorge and his wife passed a proper COVID test to attend a wine tasting party, the thirsty trolls we've been waiting so patiently for have finally begun to rear their ugly heads form beneath the hypocritical bridges under which they dwell, and George talks cigar podcasts.24:27 Coffee SegmentThis week had 2 very different and very outstanding coffees from Tony's Coffee. Tony's won the 2021 Roast Magazine Roaster of the Year Award in the macro category. We copped their Ethiopian Kayon and Find The Helpers roasts in their Roaster of the Year Bundle.Tony’s Coffee(Roasting facility)2033 Division StreetBellingham, WA 98226tonyscoffee.comhello@tonyscoffee.com48:47 Coffee NewsBandit Opens a ‘Mobile-Only’ Coffee Shop in New YorkDonnell Rawlings, aka Ashy Larry, selling “Black Ash” Soy Candles

0:21 The Weekly Catch UpLooks like NV State Governor Steve Sisolak got George fired up again! Gov. Sisolak has COVID and urban NV is hot with infection rates. Bulk-rate warriors are at it again, hoarding all the toilet paper and disinfecting wipes. Also, George's tailbone is outta whack!35:48 Coffee SegmentThis week we threw down on some Greater Good Coffee Co.'s Kenya – Malaki Lot 17. And yes, the goods were great! Greater Goods Coffee Co. won Roast Magazine's 2021 Micro Roaster of the Year Award … we might not understand all of the criteria that encompasses this merit, but we do understand the coffee was outstanding!Also, Greater Goods is all about doing good! Portions of their proceeds from coffee sales benefit the Central Texas Food Bank, The Autism society of Central Texas, and Austin Pets Alive!Greater Goods Coffee Co. (flagship location)2501 East 5th at PedernalesAustin, TX 78702HoursMonday - Sunday, 7:00AM - 4:00PMPhone512.382.9857greatergoodsroasting.com56:59 Coffee NewsRoast Magazine Announces 2021 Roaster of the Year WinnersCoffee Leaf Rust Spreads to the Big Island of HawaiiJames Hoffmann is planning a YouTube channel takeover for creators

0:21 The Weekly Catch UpGreg caught up with an old college teammate at a 7-on-7 passing league tournament. Vegas winter is starting to rear its dry, cold, bitter head. And we talk way to much about the presidential election, but then give praise to Dave Chappelle for, once again, proving he is one of comedy's GOATs. 1:01:48 Coffee SegmentWe found something special from Peaks Coffee Company located in Syracuse, NY. We sipped on their somewhat-complex Brazil Santa Rosa coffee and dish the tea on the details. 1:22:19 Coffee NewsStarbucks holiday coffee flavors and cups heading to stores on FridayForget Baking Soda—Coffee Grounds Are More Effective at Getting Rid of Weird Fridge SmellsThe Best Coffee Subscription Boxes We've Tasted

0:21 The Weekly Catch UpWe can all rest now that George has finally fixed that kitchen sink of his. George also ordered an iPhone 12 Pro and gives us his take on this alleged improved 5G that is being touted. We discuss the strangeness of COVID Halloween, Greg gives a moment of praise for the movie Black 47 on Netflix, and then we get into the world of barbershop politics.34:30 Coffee SegmentThis week it's Flashlight Coffee, with a delicate washed process coffee from Costa Rica. Flashlight CoffeeSan Francisco, CAflashlightcoffee.com57:05 Coffee NewsScience Reveals the Perfect Time to Drink Coffee for a Healthy Metabolism1:04:45 Coffee NewsGW’s neighbors for helping to repair the leak in his yardKat at Trader Joe’s in Downtown Summerlin

0:21 The Weekly Catch UpWhat a wild week! We chop it up about Boosie's tense moment on Mike Tyson's Hotboxing with Mike Tyson podcast, Greg's male pattern baldness, counting down the final days of presidential election season, the reveal of the new EV Hummer, and JTD's morning coffee meet up at Vesta Coffee in downtown Las Vegas28:59 Coffee SegmentThis week's coffee was Linea Caffe's Guatemala El Injerto; a beautiful and delicate coffee boasting tasting notes of muscovado sugar, banana, orange blossom, and key lime pie, with an elegant caramel-noted finish. We're always hyped for the fermented coffees and this one delivered. More info about Linea Caffe:Potrero Hill Cafe (roasting location)1125 Mariposa StreetSan Francisco, CA 94107Mission District Cafe (second location)3417 18th St.San Francisco, CA 94110  lineacaffe.com47:00 Coffee NewsA year ago, this company (Bottomless coffee subscription) had 750 customers. Today it has 6,000Italian woman tells how colleague spiked coffee to 'eliminate' her from job

0:21 The Weekly Catch UpGeorge is still workin on his latte game, his kitchen sink is still busted. JTD team lunch meeting at The Wynn.25:29 Coffee SegmentWe recap on Madcap … no cap. This week we brought in the fall vibes with Madcap Coffee's Oktoberfest.Roaster info:Madcap Coffee RoastersRoastery Location1041 Fulton St EGrand Rapids, MI 49503madcap coffee.com50:28 Coffee NewsMushroom Coffee Company Shut Down Amid Pyramid Scheme AllegationsBrew Temperature Not That Big Of A Deal, New SCA Study FindsJimmy Butler's coffeeshop inside the NBA bubble now has competition from one of his own team's trainersShout OutsCoffee McGregger's old football coaches: Joe Blockovich, Brent Carder, John L Smith … Matt Wells, and all good football coachesT Baby for “It’s So Cold in the D”

0:21 The Weekly Catch UpDoes your dinner party have guest vacancies? Invite George and he'll come bearing gifts. Plus, George gives us more lowdown on his Peleton discoveries, and the JTD team has custom gaiters on deck!20:43 Coffee SegmentMudhouse in the house! This week we cracked open a bag of Mudhouse Coffee Roasters Teshome Gemechu, from Guji Zone Ethiopia. This was a fully washed heirloom varietal that packed som subtle fruit notes with an overlying sweetness. Roaster info:Mudhouse Coffee Roasters213 W. Main St.Charlottesville, VA 22902(434) 984-6833https://mudhouse.com  44:54 Coffee NewsCoffee Consumption Linked to Improved Outcomes in Colon Cancer Patients20-year-old woman charged with throwing iced coffee at 2-year-old during road rage incident55:39 Shout OutsLarry and Pam for the dinner party … thanks for the wine!Medical folks Mikala Ono

0:21 The Weekly Catch UpGreg deals with the newfound and saddening status of “saggy drawhz,” George goes nuts for donuts, we discuss the absurd COVID workarounds for bars in Las Vegas. College football is back– and not in all its glory. Masks are still in season, but not all believe. Plus: BBQ madness, Dental adventures, and a quick Tenet Review,35:41 Coffee SegmentWe got ceremonious with Ceremony Coffee this week. Name/Roaster: Ceremony CoffeeRegion: Copan, HondurasOrigin: Single Origin - HondurasProcess: Honey, This coffee is sorted and depulped, wet fermented for 36-48 hours sun-dried 10-14 days on raised beds.Roast: between Light - Med.MASL: 1350Genetics: cultivar CaturraTasting Notes:  Fig, Cinnamon Roll, SugaryWe call this coffee sugary because the sweetness is deep and full. Dial into delightful notes of fig and fresh baked cinnamon rolls. We recommend a 1:16 brew ratio, filtered water at 208-210℉, a medium grind, and a 3-3.5 minute brew cycle. Main location:90 Russell St., Ste 500, Annapolis, MD 21401https://ceremonycoffee.com53:20 Coffee NewsThe Price of Zoonotic Transfer: Rethinking Kopi Luwak in the Age of COVID-19WeWork Picks Lavazza to Supply 300+ US and Canada LocationsNBA Star Jimmy Butler Files For Trademark Of Big Face Coffee

0:21 The Weekly Catch UpNot only did Mrs. GW have a birthday, but it turns out she has a candle hoarding problem as well. George talks Peletons and Teslas, and we speculate on the upcoming Tyson vs. Jones Jr. fight.  31:52 Coffee SegmentThis week we enjoyed a roast from the local Banshee Coffee Co. George stopped by the new Savor Coffee shop and grabbed the bag!Name/Roaster: Banshee Coffee CoRegion: Santa Rosa de CopánProducer Group: Beneficio Sa nta Rosa “Certified Organic”Process: WashedMASL: 1,100 - 1,600Tasting Notes:  Chocolate-y and nutty with brown sugar sweetnesshttps://www.bansheecoffee.co/51:24 Coffee NewsKickstarter Clears the Way for the All-Glass Pure Over BrewerThis Big Book Is All About Micro MachinesCalifornia's Lawsuit Linking Coffee to Cancer Has Been Dismissed

0:21 The Weekly Catch UpOff rip we get a little gripe-y about the post RNC fireworks celebration, George discovers the anaerobic process, and we delve a bit more into what it takes to be a B-Corporation. 24:24 Coffee SegmentOK, PT's kept it real real. We poured up a few cups of their Villa Loyola and were blown away by the complexities of it. This coffee was one of those surprise gems that unexpectedly boosts your weekly coffee routine to the next level. Name/Roaster: Villa Loyola, from PT's CoffeeProducer: Padre Jose Aguilar PosadaOrigin: ColombiaProcess: WashedAltitude: 6260 MASLTasting Notes:  caramel, peach, raisinAbout PT's Coffee / Physical location:PT's Coffee Roasting Co. 929 SW University Blvd., Suite 2704-D2Topeka, KS 66619 www.ptscoffee.com49:44 Coffee NewsCoffee May Protect Your Liver, According to StudyTrader Joe's Is Currently Selling Coffee Plants for $857:59 Shout OutsPT's CoffeeCarpenter Collective

0:21 The Weekly Catch UpSo George’s decided to dig deep into his genealogical history with 23&Me (surprise, he ain't black!), we reflect back on morning coffee meetup with Greg's old business networking group, and George gives a quick overview of Founder’s Coffee, which is fairly new here in Vegas.23:46 Coffee SegmentSpyhouse Coffee was definitely in the house today. We sip and dish on these clean beans and give you our thoughts on the this organic, fair trade, medium roast from Peru. Name/Roaster: Peru, Cajamarca, from Spyhouse Coffee RoastersRegion: Jaén, CajamarcaOrigin: 400 Smallholder FarmersProcess: WashedAltitude: 1650 - 1800 MASLTasting Notes:  ripe cherry, macadamia nut , amaretto fudgeMore about this coffee:(via the company's web site)Cajamarca begins with flavors of ripe red cherries, developing into a soft nuttiness that reminds us of almonds, macadamia nuts, and toasted hazelnuts. As the cup cools, the cherry note develops into plum and a hint of passionfruit with a chocolate fudge notes. This coffee is a very comforting cup, with classic flavors and a smooth body. It is the perfect coffee to stop and enjoy with those close to you.About Spyhouse Coffee / Physical location:Spyhouse Coffee945 Broadway St NEMinneapolis, MN 55413spyhousecoffee.com42:15 Coffee NewsYou Can Drink A £30 Espresso Made With Rare Bird Droppings At This London Coffee Shop • Jacu CoffeeVIDEO: COVID Karen throws hot coffee at man who isn’t wearing mask — and then things get bloodyWashington Nationals Fire Employee Who Threw Hot Coffee at Woman at Convenience StoreJimmy Butler Charging Heat Teammates $20 for Coffee Made in His Hotel RoomA Nightmare on Elm Street Star Robert Englund Releasing Signature Coffee Brew1:03:12 Shout OutsCongrats to T$ and family for the birth of their baby boyBig ups to the Business Network Coffee Crew

0:21 The Weekly Catch UpGreg breaks down the unexpected vim and vigor of his recently snipped pup, George is finally updating his rickety patio deck, we discuss a potential move back to the Affluent Person's Traphouse Studios, and the amazing trajectory of the JTD YouTube Channel.13:05 Coffee SegmentSome people boogie in their backyard, others brawl or have brews … but this week's coffee has origins of roasting on a grill. We picked up a few bags of Backyard Beans Coffee Company's Ethiopian Basa and put it to the JTD test. Between the two of us it hit on every tasting note and aroma. A great Ethiopian heirloom. Name/Roaster: Backyard Beans Coffee CompanyRegion: Ethiopia BasaOrigin: Idido, Yirga CheffeProcess: Natural (dry process)Altitude: 2042 maslTasting Notes:  blueberry, lavender, grape taffyAbout the Roaster:(via the company's web site)The company name came about because all the work was initially done in our backyard. The logo is also significant because the initials of Laura L. Adams and Matt Adams spell “L.L.A.M.A.”Our name and logo together reflect the hard work and dedication that goes into creating superior coffee. In many ways, Backyard Beans is a labor of love.We only purchase superior, responsibly sourced coffee beans. Working with importers to source sustainably grown coffee from around the world is something in which we take great pride. Great coffee begins at the heart, with hard-working farmers and co-ops. By sourcing, we’re doing our part to secure a sustainable future.408 West Main Street,Lansdale, PA, 19446,United States(215) 368-1055backyardbeans.com29:52 Coffee NewsDunkin’ Donuts Announces Caffeinated Coffee-Flavored CerealsThis cold brew keg is on sale and exactly what your WFH life needs43:23 Shout OutsGeorge's in-laws for bring over some patelitos!Montecito Animal Hospital for the clean snip up!

0:21 The Weekly Catch UpGeorge sends out a public apology for cancelling his highly anticipated birthday shindig but then quickly shifts gears to remind us all (again) about the Thor's blood coursing through his body. We do a brief recap on beers and dinner in Downtown LV with the JTD wives and discuss the state of  mask-wearing. 25:31 Coffee SegmentThis week's coffee was black den a MF, too! We checked out BLK & Bold's Single Origin Limu, Ethiopian. It did not disappoint! Name/Roaster: BLK & BoldRegion: Limu Ethiopia (100% CERTIFIED FAIR TRADE)Origin: Single Origin, Light RoastProcess: NaturalAltitude: 1900-2000 maslTasting Notes:  Chocolate, Blueberry, HoneyAbout the Roaster:Our founders, Rod Johnson and Pernell Cezar, created BLK & Bold with a desire to make purpose popular. They welcome the obligation to equip young people with tools to live their best lives and overcome familiar unfortunate circumstances by turning a daily ritual, enjoying a cup of coffee & tea, into a means of giving back.5% of all profits will be contributed to initiatives that support improving the lives and future for domestic at-risk youth.You can purchase their coffee directly from their site at blkandbold.com. They have distribution via Amazon, Target and Whole Foods also.41:00 Coffee NewsMICE and World Coffee Championships Not Happening in 2020Bourbon Meets Bourbon In Deviation Distilling’s New Barista SpiritsDunkin' is closing 800 US locationsDunkin' Donuts employee arrested after cop finds 'large, thick piece of mucus' in his coffeeCoke with coffee will hit US stores next yearHow To Counteract Caffeine When You’ve Had One Coffee Too Many1:11:49 Shout OutsRod & Pernell at BLK & BoldSenza Gluten Free BakeryVesta CoffeeMothership CoffeeSouthern Nevada Animal Rescue of Las VegasDavid H. and the rest of the H. fam!

0:21 The Weekly Catch Up(2:40) George deals with Tesla parking brake issues and discusses faux-tan skin syndrome,  fine artwork by family members, and how much he misses weekly visits to the Apple Store. Meanwhile, Greg is coping with a new canine addition in the family and frustrations with overly-complicated “simple” cold brew systems.46:20 Coffee SegmentAnother week, another great coffee. It's tough job but someone's gotta do it. This episode features a sampling of Never Roasting's Buzira Natural; a single origin harvest from Murata, Burundi, and boasting tasting notes of raspberry, chocolate donut, and candied citron. All in a beautifully designed bag.Never Roastingnevercoffeelab.com4243 SE Belmont StPortland, OR 9721559:50 Coffee NewsColombian espresso? Smugglers sent cocaine-filled coffee beans to ItalyStarbucks employee writes 'ISIS' on Muslim teenager's coffee cupScientists Are Developing A Disinfectant From Coffee Waste1:14:57 Shout OutsTesla Service DepartmentSenza Gluten Free BakeryVesta CoffeeMothership CoffeeSouthern Nevada Animal Rescue of Las VegasDavid H. and the rest of the H. fam! 

0:21 The Weekly Catch Up(2:40) George finally took delivery of his Tesla Model Y, (14:00) we discuss the links between racism, civil unrest, and social media, and the eternal genius of Dave Chappelle. 36:20 Coffee SegmentWhen it comes to shoulders they don't get much bigger than the hosts of JTD … so it only seems right we sampled some product from Big Shoulders Coffee. Our cups were filled wit Big Shoulders' Burundi Kibingo, a honey process bean from Kayanza Province (MASL: 1,893) in northern Burundi, that has alleged tasting notes of orange zest, exotic spice, and aromas of jasmine and caramel.Big Shoulders Coffee is a Chicago artisan roaster that emphasizes a fresh-roasted, no-nonsense approach to fine coffee.Big Shoulders Coffeewww.bigshoulderscoffee.com2415 W 19th St.Chicago, IL 312.846.143950:50 Coffee NewsAll That Coffee Drinking at Home Might Affect Chains Into Next YearCosta Coffee releases full statement on why cyclists can’t use drive-through lanes

0:21 The Weekly Catch UpStill without a studio JTD continues remote podcast production in the City of Unemployed Entertainment. Cooking, bike riding, busted burr grinders, Animal Crossing, and of course, local coffee shop talk.31:20 Coffee SegmentFirst we were Superlost, then we were found! This week we put down a fantastic single origin, natural process (“skin contact” to combat these COVID times!) Ethiopian roast from Superlost Coffee Roasters based out of Brooklyn, NY. With berry and citrus notes, plus, limited edition artwork packaging (this particular artwork is by Levi Prewitt) you cannot go wrong!Superlost Coffee297 Meserole StreetBrooklyn, NY 11237superlostcoffee.comInstagram: @superlostcoffeeBe sure to check out artist @levitzo on Instagram as well!41:54 Coffee NewsRoasting Coffee in a Popcorn PopperWhy Reheated Coffee Tastes So Bad, And What To Do InsteadCoffee maker JDE Peet's looks to wake up sleepy IPO market

0:21 The Weekly Catch UpIn an effort to continue to “flatten the curve,” episode 39 is our first socially-distanced JTD podcast. Greg's leg and George's Tesla are both in limbo-status-mode, and how COVID-19 is affecting the JTD crew.13:30 Coffee SegmentWe put three coffee roaster brands in a head-to-head taste test: Bixby Coffee Roasting Co. – Medium Roast: Kenya + Guatemala + EthiopiaHatchet Coffee Roasters – Light Roast Ethiopia ArdiQueen City Collective Coffee – Belafonte: Columbian + EthiopianWhile all three coffees are roasted by their respectively labeled companies, they are all packaged as steeped coffee bags by Steeped Coffee.40:00 Coffee News How to make Dalgona CoffeeDalgona Coffee - Explained and Upgraded (YouTube video)#StillRoasting Coffee Map

0:21 The Weekly Catch UpRecorded in our temporary digs in Slummerlin (after getting flushed out of the Affluent Person's Traphouse (oh the logistics of it all), we have the one and only JDGAF as our live, guest audience in the living room, Greg recaps his leg surgery and then gives away game on his top tips on how to work from home. George sold his truck to make room for his soon-to-be-acquired Tesla (baller alert).40:27 Coffee SegmentGuys, we botched this week's coffee order and fell back on some drive-thru order lattes, from Sambalatte here in southwest Las Vegas. 45:07 Coffee NewsAre Dissolving Pouches The Next Big Trend In Instant Coffee?Bizarre McDonald’s Coffee Pot Fight Leaves Man Clinging to Life, Manager in Custody 

0:21 The Weekly Catch UpGeorge got down with his first cupping at Roasted & Toasted, we discuss the possible viability of coffee product tours and tastings at the consumer level, George attended WPPI and gushes on about lenses for his camera,  and Dr. Greg gives his opinion on COVID-19 whilst George sheds a tear for Corona Beer’s plummeting sales.35:05 Coffee SegmentThis week we brewed up some Brazil Fazenda Do Salto via C3 Coffee Roasters (https://c3coffeeco.com) in Downtown Las Vegas, NV. Not only was the coffee amazing but so was their staff and space in the Arts District. If you're in Dowtown Las Vegas be sure to swing by and check em out. They're located at 201 E Charleston Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89104. 45:39 Coffee NewsGeorge Clooney's Nespresso coffee beans 'are picked by child labourers'Macklemore gets new job: Dutch Bros. Executive Creative Director of Cold BrewA new right-wing coffee shop called 'Conservative Grounds' opens in Largo this weekend 

Interview with Ben EdtlDovetail Coffee CEO Ben Edtl shares his history of entrepreneurship (way back when it wasn't the cool thing to do), building businesses, and how he eventually ventured into the the coffee world and became a coffee enthusiast himself. Today's coffee:Name/Roaster:Dovetail Coffee Arichaco-op EthiopianRegion/Origin:Ethiopian, Single OriginProcess:NaturalZone:YirgacheffeAltitude:1900 - 2100 MASLTasting Notes: French silk pie, black raspberry, sumo citrus / tangerine Recomended Extractions:Iced, Iced pour-over, SO Espresso & Pour-over.Roasted Physical location:Dovetail Coffee, LLC3647 SE 21st Ave. Portland, OR 97202https://dovetailcoffee.com/

0:21 The Weekly Catch UpGreg tore his left quadriceps clean off the bone while skateboarding. If that wasn't painful enough, he then had to have his family pet put down 3 days later. George expresses how painful it is to drive on terrible Arizona roads. 42:30 Coffee SegmentWe are im-PRESS-ed with Press Coffee Roasters, based out of Phoenix, AZ. We had the pleasure of brewing and sipping their El Salvador, Loma La Gloria, which had a wonderful natural process “funk” on it as well as some underlying notes of cola and subtle fruit & florals. Be sure to check them out at presscoffee.com .53:33 Coffee NewsDunkin' has a plan for better coffeeProud Hound Coffee Aims for Howlin’ High Quality in CincinnatiChemical Banned in Paint Strippers Discovered in Decaf Coffee

0:21 The Weekly Catch UpGeorge gets cozy with tailored sweatpants and weighted blankets, Greg reflects back on his Isuzu mini truck days.18:00 Coffee SegmentThis week's coffee was clearly a JTD favorite this year: Ruby Coffee Roasters Finca De Dios (Guatemala). Ruby is based out of Nelsonville, WI. Be sure to check them out at www.rubycoffeeroasters.com27:00 Coffee NewsI Simplified My Morning Routine By Switching to Steeped Coffee's Single-Serve SachetsHe ordered coffee while wearing an AirPod. The barista refused to serve himIs Madagascar Bat Spit Coffee The Next Kopi Luwak?

0:21 The Weekly Catch UpGeorge drank beer again this weekend, Greg has made 46 complete revolutions around the sun while existing on Mother Earth, George’s wife conquers FrothGate gets milk-frothing redemption, Greg got his feelings hurt when a restaurant wouldn’t honor his reservations, and the levels of water service in the hospitality industry21:15 Coffee SegmentFresh off the drip this episode we're pourin up some Lunar Blend from Dark Moon Coffee, based out of Henderson, NV. Be sure to check them out on social at @darkmooncoffee and online at https://www.darkmoon.coffee28:45 Coffee NewsEmma Chamberlain Comes Under Fire From Fans For Selling $60 CoffeeDe’Longhi Maestosa coffee machine – What can $5,000 do for your coffee?Making coffee the right way: New study says everyone is making coffee wrongC3 Coffee Spreads from Carolina to Las Vegas with New Roastery CafeHeartwarming moment Canadian oil worker uses cup of coffee to free three kittens whose tails were frozen to the ground for hours after being abandoned

0:21 The Weekly Catch UpGeorge is drinking beers … again, Mrs. Wilson done burnt up the espresso machine while attempting to froth oat milk with hot air, negligent coffee price tomfoolery is on the rise, we display our MMA and college football expertise, and lastly, we educate everyone on the monarchy in England.35:47 Coffee SegmentFeaturing Atlas Coffee Club - Nicaragua - San Rafael del Norte. “This Nicaraguan selection brews a warm sweetness, like the filing of a pecan pie with a roasted almond finish.”52:25 NewsAfter 10 Years Studying Sleep, the U.S. Military Just Revealed Something Eye-Opening About CaffeineJAY-Z and Serena Williams Invest in Indonesian Coffee Chain Kopi KenanganAlt Milk and Cold Brew Maker Califia Farms Closes $225 Million RoundSugarfina's New Cold Brew Gummy Bears Are Infused With Actual Coffee

0:21 The Weekly Catch UpGeorge nerds out about Sony's electric car, window washing robots, cameras, and civilian-transport quadcopters at CES and the JTD crew finally agrees upon a movie: Joker.52:19 Coffee of the WeekGreg's son gifted us with a bag o' beans from across the Pacific …Nicaragua La Laguna from Takamura Coffee Roasters (https://takamuranet.com/) to be specific.47:00 Coffee NewsOatly Hopes Starbucks Deal Gives Customers Positive Plant-Based Milk ExperiencePennsylvania woman allegedly steals coffee, throws it at trooper who confronts herPabst Blue Ribbon releases ‘Hard Coffee’ in Massachusetts after success in Maine 

0:21 The Weekly Catch UpThe JTD crew exchanges Xmas presents 2 weeks post-Christmas: we take a brief look at the book The Artisan Coffee Roaster, George's wife's new-found obsession with oatmilk drinks, discuss CES looming around the corner, Greg revisits The Mandalorian.36:10 Coffee of the WeekElemental Beverage Co.'s Snapchilled™ Coffee is a definite win and a must have for iced/cold coffee lovers.47:00 Coffee NewsFormer Kansas officer speaks out for the first time after lying about coffee cup controversy18-Year-Old YouTube Phenom Emma Chamberlain Launches Chamberlain CoffeeMcDonald's Is Giving Out Free Hot Drinks For The Whole Of January

0:21 The Weekly Catch UpRe-cap of the slight chaos that was George's Xmas Eve Eve party, the crowdsourced  branding of  “Samoan Cheesecakes,” George’s local brewery crawl.27:36 Coffee of the WeekThis week we sipped on Organic Ethiopia from Sightglass Coffee (https://sightglasscoffee.com)44:48 Coffee NewsWhen you drink whiskey every night, this is what happens to your bodyThis Coffee Company Wants To Pay You $5K To Live In A Castle For A WeekExpletive written on police officer's coffee at Junction City McDonald'sChicory Root Vs. Coffee — Is This Buzzy Ingredient Better Than Your Morning Cup Of Joe?Coffee Design: The Very Best Holiday Coffee Blends

0:32 The Weekly Catch UpWe get hype up for the upcoming Christmas party at George’s house, Greg is a gluten-free cheesecake master chef, George powers up with solar, we have to hear about George’s Moment Lens case woes (again)17:30 SPOILER ALERT – we discuss Rise of Skywalker for 25 minutes41:09 JTD Giveaway Contest random winner draw45:50 Coffee of the WeekWe sip on some Dune Coffee Holiday Blend52:18 Coffee NewsBest Foodie Book 2019: The Artisan RoasterJAB Holdings to merge Jacobs Douwe Egberts with Peet's CoffeeCoffee Experts Prefer Whole Beans Over Ground Coffee, and We Couldn’t Agree More — Here’s WhyBenefits of Purchasing Whole Bean Coffee vs. Ground CoffeeThe Cola Wars Enter The Coffee Space With Pepsi CaféFiltered Coffee Can Reduce Type 2 Diabetes Risk, Research ShowsNew Portland Coffee Shop Will Only Hire You If You Fail A Drug Test (satire news) 

1:05 The Weekly Catch upWe joke about a funny Master P interview moment, George’s Moment Lens case arrived bent, Greg hates on the older generation and their rude, selfish ways, we revolutionize the Christmas decoration industry and talk briefly about our upcoming giveaway teaser.26:44 Coffee of the Week – Tasting and ReviewKimera Koffee Focus Organic tasting and review40:40 The NewsColombia losing coffee crop area due to low pricesCoffee Farmers Are In Crisis. Starbucks Wants To HelpKenya's coffee crop nosedives due to high temperatures, low pricesBlue Bottle Coffee to test eliminating disposable cups and packagingWhat’s the Deal with Caffeine and Breastfeeding?Ode Brew Grinder | Café Performance For Your Countertop (Kickstarter campaign by Fellow)