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QUIMBAYA COLOMBIAN COFFEE Owner Alex Lozano                                                                                                                   Windsor, WI Episode 91 "Hips Don't Lie" https://quimbayacoffee.com/ Traveling the entire country looking for the best that the coffee world has to offer, as you know is our mission. Well this week we traveled our shortest distance ever, and found one of the best roasters in the  country. Alex Lozano was three long miles away at Quimbaya Colombian Coffee. How does a prosecuting attorney from Columbia end up in Wisconsin? That's just the tip of the iceberg uncovered during this weeks episode. Alex, who grew up in the tropical district of Barranquilla, in the northern part of Columbia, next logical move... cheesehead land of course.  Must have been the weather. What do Colombia and  Wisconsin have in common?  More than you think. An eyeopener for those who think of the Midwest as only flyover land! Learn the meaning behind Quimbaya, and why Alex wants people to know about this  pre-Columbian society, and the importance of buying directly from the roasting source. Heresy!! no intermediary? Another great reason to buy Quimbaya coffee! Who else in the coffee business may end up personally delivering coffee to your front door!  If you look out the window you may be lucky enough to see his little barista, entrepreneur sidekick!  Could you leave a successful career as a prosecutor in Colombia and travel to the United States to pursue a dream of owning your own business?  What was the "wake up moment" and what provoked it?  We are all vulnerable in life but sometimes it takes a near death experience to bring that into focus. "The best part of waking up" as the commercial jingle goes, always focused on the aroma of freshly made coffee. Learn the way his grandma made coffee and the imprint it made on his future in the coffee world. Just how can he (and we) help the farmers in Colombia? Find out the answer when he asked that question to the farmers directly. What did Alex soon realize when he began searching for the same coffee experience as the one he grew up with, and how did that lead him into the coffee business? Research, research, research, and the support of a good woman. A short meaningful conversation at a restaurant, the correct guess to a dialect question, and a business card led to a very special event. Alex's version is a bit longer, and it may include Shakira. Remember those hips don't lie!! We cover a wide spectrum on this week's show, from the law, drug cartels, and the violence perpetrated against coffee farmers. If all that is not enough content for you... meet your new favorite music style this week...Cumbia!  Listen on Spotify Alex's Quimbaya playlist and get ready to dance, dance, dance and feel like you're at the Carnaval de Barranquilla!  https://bit.ly/Quimbaya   BONUS for listeners? Persevere with the power of music and love, great advice in theses times. La Tierra Del Olvido feat. Carlos Vives | Playing For Change  https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=6exx0sB_iOA   Remember if you have a question, or topic you want us to follow up on from this week, or a roaster or store you think we should know about, leave it in the comment section for a future episode of CCCRS, we are happy to get that done.  https://crosscountrycoffeeroadshow.com/contact/ Follow us on social media, remember to like and subscribe, and  listen to this weeks Spotify playlist....remember "hips don't lie"  

What do we do now? Cross Country Coffee Roadshow Sun Prairie, Wisconsin 53590 We survived  this season despite many obstacles.  Unfortunately Covid prevented roundtrip travel, but we figured a way to interview some fantastic guests (hope you agree) virtually. We ran low on funds but with the help of a wonderful sponsor we were able to put together some amazing episodes, that hopefully did not show the behind the scenes financial and technical high wire act we were carrying out. So far this season we have covered not only US coffee issues but delved into the plight of some growers and coffee sustainability.  We truly traveled around the world interviewing entrepreneurs,  coffee experts,  NFL Super bowl champions, former Coast guardsman, women and minority run coffee business.  A coffee business (Aspire) supporting those with disabilities and world renowned authors. From both coasts, and Middle America to Colombia South America, and that fantastic "land down under" Melbourne Australia. We brought you stories that spanned these United States, learning more about coffee, production, sustainability, roasting, tasting and flavor profiles. We tackled  a Colombian Revolution along with the differences of fair and direct trade, and why independent stores are so, so important to this ecosystem. We hope we educated you on how to look for not only the best tasting coffee, but what it takes to bring you this magic elixir!  How do we maintain independence and sustainability in the coffee industry?  Ok now its your turn! All that being said we now need your help, and want to hear from you if you are out there listening to our episodes and reading this. Did we keep you entertained, did you learn anything? Are we providing you with the kind of stories, guests and witty banter, that you need in order for us to keep going. As they say its the rubber meets the road time, and before we travel the next highway in our show and our lives we need to hear from you.  Let me repeat WE NEED TO HEAR WHAT YOU THINK! As you can imagine there is a tremendous amount of work that goes into each episode and if you want us to continue you will need to let us know. If this podcast has entertained or enlightened you with these episodes and stories from passionate, entertaining, and thought provoking guests, the time to let us know is now. Our first two seasons were all self funded, and we were fortunate to have a great company for the first half of this season. We are now actively trying to find a suitable replacement, and wrestling with the two minds approach. Do we stay or Do we go. Your answers will help us make that decision. We will respond to all who contact us,...so once again, send your comments to contact@crosscountrycoffeeroadshow.com and perhaps we will continue our journey with more stories, education, and our continued search for the best coffee not only in these United States but worldwide! Next week Quimbaya Colombian Coffee from Colombia and Wisconsin!!  https://quimbayacoffee.com/ Thank you for all the support you have given us so far and remember to buy your next bag of coffee using our show specific discount codes, and as always .....drink what you like and like what you drink. Dan and Linda Cross Country Coffee Roadshow

Amor Perfecto Coffee Colombia, South America Episode 90 https://amorperfecto.com/ We are back with Amor Perfecto in Colombia this week continuing with our “master class” series on the importance of roasting at origin. And now as they say…the rest of the story. Amor Perfecto is trying to upend the current coffee supply chain. Obstacles to changing 200 years of tradition? How did they manage to rock the coffee world and stay…and even grow and prosper in this hostile environment? The explosive flavor of this “freshest"' coffee may have something to do with it. Listen to the voices of this team talk about their farmers, and why scanning one of their QR codes will take you right into that farmers story! Luis, called for nothing less than the overthrow of the status quo coffee system, and “decolonization", of an "antiquated supply chain". Viva la revolución! Coffee ground in a big store machine? What's not to love about that! Unless you like your coffee to taste like cigarettes, and more thoughts on coffee by a team member. Why is there no such thing as Italian coffee? And will there be a war over this debate? From Nescafe con leche, to a French Press. Luis sold his freshly ground coffee in his dried flower shop, and from there a movement began. What exactly do grapes grown in France and great wine have to do with an Oxford study on green coffee beans? How about eating potato chips on a plane? It will all make perfect sense when you listen to this week's episode with the entire crew of Amor Perfecto. The freshest podcast ever straight from Colombia….without any middleman. Check out their webpage and order the "World's Freshest Coffee" today, direct from Bogota. If you buy it now, you will receive our special listener discount and be sipping, savoring and enjoying the "rest of the story" from Amor Perfecto: Discount code: CCCRS20 World's Freshest Coffee | Amor Perfecto Support@AmorPerfecto.com Make sure to check out this week's playlist for Amor Perfecto Coffee on Spotify, to hear musical selections from our guests.https://spoti.fi/3x8uapn Remember if you have a question, or topic you want us to follow up on from this week, or any other episode of the CCCRS, we are happy to try to get that done. https://crosscountrycoffeeroadshow.com/contact/  

Amor Perfecto Coffee Colombia, South America Episode 89 https://amorperfecto.com/ This week we traveled to Colombia to talk with the entire Amor Perfecto coffee team (Sara, Hunter, and Ignacio)along with Luis Fernando Velez, founder, to learn more about their award winning coffee, and what it took to bring it to market. Here's your first choice: drink the “leftovers''? Or the cream of the crop made on a nearby farm at the perfect elevation. Not much of a choice…. Or so you would think. Listen to this week's episode of Law and Order CCCRS Columbia edition to find out why it may not have been that easy. Proof positive that tenacity, love of coffee and love of country do eventually pay off. Roast in country of origin? Heresy! Find out how a flower and flower shop led to the most award winning specialty coffee in Columbia. Sometimes you have to crack a few eggs to make an omelet, and this man and his team are truly on a mission. Did Luis have to break the law in order to produce, roast and sell his coffee? What was his impetus for this rebellious act? Our guests this week are Ignacio Iribarren, Hunter Rodgers, Sara Andrade and founder  Luis Fernando Valez. Ignacio was a former CEO for electric companies in Eastern Europe and Latin America, and Principal Investment Officer in the World Bank Group in Colombia before getting to know Amor Perfecto in Bogota .Hunter has 10 years experience in business and corporate strategy, marketing, digital advertising, product design & manufacturing, sales, and client relations. He specializes in brand development, capital raising and global roll-out.Sara is a Colombian Venezuelan, working in business and marketing traveling the world and in charge of Amor Perfecto international. And …Luis is her uncle …uncle Lucho the founder of Amor Perfecto Luis Fernando Valez, is the founder and driving force behind Amor Perfecto. He discovered his passion for coffee through a chance encounter with a French Press and a flower shop. His mission is to bring the freshest, best tasting Colombian coffee to the world.  Luis's  journey takes him (and us) from farm to cup all the while receiving  more than 20 international awards How long would a conversation between Columbians last before Luis (uncle Lucho) began his crusade and how about now. What Colombians now know about their own coffee, and why things have changed due to Amor Perfecto! What do grapes have to do with green coffee beans? You will never look at this product from France the same after this interview. Frida Kahlo, hand picked beans, transparency, traceability, and increasing the farmers living wage. You want coffee demystified, you want content, this is your episode. In fact so much so that we have doubled your pleasure and separated these interviews into two equally unique and entertaining parts. Next week: the homework.. the due diligence … and investigative journalism portion along with the conclusion at Amor Perfecto! But wait there's more! You have to try this coffee while listening to next weeks episode. Check out their webpage and order the "Worlds Freshest Coffee"  today, direct from Bogota. If you buy it now, you will receive our special listener discount and be sipping, savoring and enjoying the "rest of the story" next week from Amor Perfecto: Discount code: CCCRS20 World's Freshest Coffee | Amor Perfecto Support@AmorPerfecto.com Remember if you have a question, or topic you want us to follow up on from this week, or any other episode of the CCCRS, we are happy to try to get that done. https://crosscountrycoffeeroadshow.com/contact/    

Jane Ormond Author Destination Coffee Melbourne, Australia Episode 88 This week we traveled to the land “down under” to Melbourne Australia, and had a fascinating all things coffee chat with author Jane Ormond, on the release of her new book Destination Coffee. Readers beware! Destination Coffee may cause excessive daydreaming, as you fall in love with coffee and with travel all over again. Even if currently it's only “armchair” travel, it won't be long till you're back at your favorite coffee spot on the avenue des Champs-Élysées (or your local roaster) sipping and people watching with the occasional overheard snippet of fascinating conversation. That's the kind of interview we had! So use this episode as a guide to prepare for that sojourn.  Are you shopping for the perfect home brewing appliance, or have anxiety over which is the best café in a local city while traveling here or abroad? Keep this guide nearby. Languishing over the history of coffee or using it as a quick reference guide this is a book for you and your next coffee destination! (Warning this book does not turn into a coffee table). Destination Coffee by Jane Ormond, the biggest little coffee book you will ever need. From the origins of coffee to brewing the perfect cup, recipes from around the world, and how to decode the coffee label. Stash this marvelous book in your carry on.  We covered it all this week, prohibition, the temperance movement, Diner coffee culture, New Orleans coffee history, and the biggest surprise best coffee city….and by the way how do you tell if you're a coffee snob? Well exactly what is the process that you're using to wash those beans?  Let Little Miss Baghdad take you on a magical trip around the world still holding her crown and scepter, and all for a few quid. Remember if you have a question, or topic you want us to follow up on from this week, or any other episode of the CCCRS, we are happy to try to get that done. https://crosscountrycoffeeroadshow.com/contact/ Make sure to check out this week's playlist for  Destination Coffee with Jane Ormond on Spotify, to hear musical selections from our guest. https://spoti.fi/3gbp2Jy    

BLQK Coffee Justin Watson Founder and CEO Los Angeles, California Episode 87 Join us this week as we go to the Los Angeles area to interview the men behind BLQK coffee, and learn what a celebration you can have when you marry good business practices with social justice motives and philanthropy. Find out how they are moving the needle in multiple areas through education and donations. A minority owned coffee company whose mission is to give back and change the world one cup of coffee at a time. Twenty five percent of their profits go to improve access to quality education, bridge opportunity gaps, and cultivate food justice. The kids who have the dreams but not the means will have the opportunity to investigate higher education, and to be exposed to a world they may not know even existed! Retired Super Bowl Champion Justin Watson used to fall asleep during play review meetings, until he was introduced to this wonderful concoction with caffeine called ...coffee....who knew? For this former St. Louis Rams running back, this may have been the beginning of his journey into the world of java, but definitely not where he ended up Ritchie Tuazon who is now a major portfolio manager, steeped in the investment world with multiple degrees from UC Berkeley, MIT Sloan and Harvard, to name a few, had a different coffee path, but what changed during the pandemic? . Brothers from different mothers. How could these guys grow up so differently and yet have such similar traits? Drive and determination crosses a lot of boundaries and neighborhoods. Learn how to make course corrections and give 110% in a business, in a game or in life. This is wise advice from anyone, but especially cogent and meaningful coming from these two. How does being kicked out of a Starbucks on Juneteenth, lead to a discussion about a “coffee project” and eventually the formation of BLQK? You think you know what that acronym stands for? Get educated this week, in more ways than one on the Roadshow. Justin and Ritchie recognized inequities in the world and decided to “move the needle” regarding minorities, education, and the lack of opportunities. The phrase pay if forward comes to real fruition with these two. Pour with a purpose, and Coffee Redefined. These two entrepreneurs are putting their slogans into real action not just platitudes From Max Ehrmann's Desiderata,  to let muddy waters stand, notes and quotes abound in this week's episode as each of these men bring their own unique perspective to BLQK Coffee. Justin and Ritchie not only want to make a difference, they want other companies to follow suit. That’s a revolutionary conversation! Educate yourself this week with Justin and Ritchie, and learn all about BLQK Coffee. Remember if you have a question, or topic you want us to follow up on from this week, or any other episode of the CCCRS, we are happy to try to get that done. https://crosscountrycoffeeroadshow.com/contact/ And for our roadshow listeners be sure to use the code: crosscountryBLQK for a 20% discount. Make sure to check out this week’s playlist for BLQK Coffee on Spotify, to hear musical selections from our guests https://spoti.fi/3wIAsLJ

Reveille Trading Company 6595 Roswell Rd. Suite G-3066. Atlanta, Georgia 30328 https://reveille.io/ Episode 86 Reveille" , called in French "Le Réveil" is a bugle call, trumpet call, drum, fife-and-drum or pipes call most often associated with the military; it is chiefly used to wake military personnel at sunrise. The name comes from réveille (or réveil), the French word for "wake up How fitting a name is this for a retired military man to come up with for his coffee company ...wake up! This week we talk with Calvin Harris, the Founder & Managing Director of Reveille Trading Company, a black- and veteran-owned direct trade coffee company focusing on empowering small farmers through business. They focus not on transactions but relationships...what a concept in today's world. Although the company is in Atlanta Georgia, we caught up with Calvin in Florida to talk about his transition from the US Coast Guard to coffee. Serving in the US Coast Guard for five years, planning on Officers Training School and then sidelined with medical issues, what is a retired veteran to do? Ask his father of course. Oh you should be so lucky to get this kind of advice from your patriarch!! Looking for a new mission in retirement and in the prime of his life, Calvin traveled the world opening his eyes to what abject poverty really meant. This led to the second great piece of advice his wise father gave him...are you sensing a theme here? This one put all the puzzle pieces in place for this amazing young entrepreneur. What's a guy to do when you wake up in Cambodia, with someone forcing fluids into you without your knowledge? And the fluids? Saline? Gatorade? How about vodka! Say a Cambodian Police Officer overhears your friend talking negatively about the Cambodia government, walks over, and hands you his gun, could the rest of this story possibly go well? No re-education camp for this guy. From Bachelors, and Masters, to nearing the end of his PhD this man does not stop. It's a good thing java lovers he has now focused his energies on coffee. Calvin is on a mission now to not only educate the public, and bring to the forefront the plight of the farmers who grow and produce the coffee we all love, but also to ensure a fair and equitable wage. A short lesson in direct vs fair trade, the commodity index, and how Covid has affected this business. Sounds boring?? Trust me with Calvin it definitely is not! For lovers of coffee everywhere, know what you are buying, and who you are supporting. Where does your coffee come from? Our next motto “drink responsibly”! Remember if you have a question, or topic you want us to follow up on from this week, or any other episode of the CCCRS, we are happy to try to get that done. https://crosscountrycoffeeroadshow.com/contact/ And for our road show listeners be sure to use the code: CCCRS2021 for a 50% discount. On your first order Make sure to check out this week’s playlist for Reveille Trading company on Spotify, to hear musical selections from our guests.https://spoti.fi/340b2wv

Chaos in Colombia Quimbaya Colombian Coffee. LLC Owner Alex Lozano Windsor, WI Episode 85 This week's guest is the owner of Quimbaya Colombian Coffee. He is however on the show for this episode not promoting his coffee or his business but discussing the issues in his homeland. The reason for this lack of self-promotion will become crystal-clear in this interview. We are taking a break from our usual routine and revisiting Covid coffee Chronicles where we tackle specific subjects, related to the coffee industry. If you’ve been following Colombia this may be a refresher course, if you have no idea what we’re talking about stay tuned for some eye-opening information. The impact on Alex’s business is magnified, and that he has all of the components of his coffee business taking place in Colombia from growing the seed to roasting the beans. Colombia is the third largest coffee producer of coffee in the world, with over two million Colombians dependent on this source of revenue from coffee production for their income. That is over 25% of the rural population. The combination of civil unrest, a worsening of the Covid pandemic and the culmination of building resentment to lack of representation and pay inequities have forced everything to head. The newest demonstrations there are putting a halt to commerce, on many fronts. This is resulting in a significant early impact on the coffee industry, and specifically on our small businesses focus this week. Tired of “tax reforms”, lack of government representation and being squeezed on both the wages and price market, people are “not going to take it anymore”. What about the farmers in the rural areas? What is stopping them from harvesting their crop? Can anything be done to protect them? Hey but this is all happening in Colombia why should it affect me here in the USofA? Learn how the anti government protesters are causing the extreme slow down of coffee exportation, and why what happens there today can affect you here tomorrow! Alex Lozano shares his personal stories from his homeland and the heartbreak over the unrest. He also talks about his beloved country and how the slow down of coffee production is not only affecting not only him, but potentially the lovers of coffee in his new country, the United States of America. Listen to a boots on the ground discussion of all things Colombia from someone who grew up there, smelling the aroma of his grandma's freshly brewed coffee. Alex ends with a poignant and extremely important request of coffee drinkers everywhere. It's a simple ask, but truly something everyone could and should be doing. So for right now as long as supplies last feel free to order some fantastic Colombian coffee from Quimbaya Colombian Coffee, LLC. https://quimbayacoffee.com      .

Everyday People Coffee and Tea Company Founders Jillian and her mom Jacqueline Washington, DC https://www.everydaypeoplecoffeeandtea.com/ Episode 84 This week we travel to Washington DC to visit with co-founder Jillian of Everyday People Coffee and Tea. Her mother Jacqueline is the other half of this all female, black owned coffee business. How many adventures can a mother daughter get involved in and where does it stop? Jillian and her mom started by founding an online vintage clothing company , Vintage World Rocks https://www.vintageworldrocks.com/ One of a kind items from around the world from the 40’s to the 80’s. They have a curated hands on approach, often personally checking out each item flying to each location to verify quality and authenticity. No surprise then that when they said lets start a female owned minority mother daughter coffee company they would put their heart and soul into it! Online learning, at risk youth, and nature conservation is there any more we can pack into this segment? Listen to how Jillian ties these all together. For our listeners, show and tell is involved so put on your imagination hat and go back to school. When is too young to set up role models, learn about coffee and sustainability? You tell us if you don’t think this should be part of every elementary curriculum. Now kids, go find a coffee bean or some coffee grounds.(ask your parents first) then bring it back to the screen! What were the challenges facing a minority and all women owned small businesses trying to secure a loan, and did Covid help or hurt in that avenue? What about partnerships? Do borders stop great ideas?. The beverage we love is produced by people who are living in poverty. Jillian gives us the Reader's Digest version of a long dark history of the coffee industry. You may have heard the origin story of the goat herder, but do you know as Paul Harvey used to say “ the rest of the story”? Coffee lovers take note: What does paying fair wages and supporting small farms have to do with preventing the coffee bean demise! From slave trade to climate change and sustainability in the coffee business. We cover it all in this week's episode # 84 with Jillian from Everyday People Coffee and Tea. (Yes there are tips for you non-tea drinkers ...ahem, I know some of them well) Make sure to check out this week’s playlist for Everyday People Coffee and Tea on Spotify, to hear musical selections from our guests. https://spoti.fi/2RtYH0G As a Roadshow listener make sure to use code roadshow for 15% off your next purchase at Everyday People Coffee and Tea Remember if you have a question, or topic you want us to follow up on from this week, or any other episode of the CCCRS, we are happy to try to get that done. https://crosscountrycoffeeroadshow.com/contact/    

Congregation Coffee New Orleans, Louisiana Episode 83 congregationcoffee.com  Laissez les bon temps rouler! This week we traveled to New Orleans where we met up with Eliot Guthrie, owner and operator of Congregation Coffee Roasters. While living in Seattle (where you cant throw a stone without hitting a coffee shop)a three mile journey to work would net Eliot great java, just about on every block. Was there a culture shock when he moved to New Orleans and how did he overcome that? Learn Eliot's advice for starting a business. It has a lot to do with small children, and how your partner in life may play a prominent role. Holy congregation Batman! How do you get away from an alligator, and more importantly why are you near them in the first place? High walk, low walk, and what about the gallop? Yes that's a real thing.  A lesson in ancient alligator ancestors moving on to the present day. You can't say that here at the Roadshow we don't try to have a varied conversational exchange. Become educated in what this congregation of fast moving reptiles can do. From his biggest influence, to his favorite reads, you'll find out why Eliot may not have time for your favorite book. For literary latte, Eliot offers, a new and different kind of tome to add to your library. We don't just do coffee, brush up on those culinary skills... and what about those kids?. Is N’Awlins  largely a tourist affectation or a real thing? Remember if you do take a trip to the Big Easy ....Elliot built these cafes! If you have a question, or topic you want us to follow up on from this week, or any other episode of the CCCRS, we are happy to try to get that done. Just send us a message ! Make sure to check out this week’s playlist for Congregation Coffee Roasters on Spotify to hear musical selections from our guests, 60's garage punk rock Andy Warhol to Tierra Whack !! https://spoti.fi/2QBeniO   Thank you Elliot and good luck with those gators! https://www.congregationcoffee.com/

Kestrel Coffee Roasters South Burlington, Vermont Episode 82 Kestrel Coffee Roasters (kestrelcoffees.com)   This week we chat with Charlotte and Johnny Stevenson, owners of Kestrel Coffee Roasters in South Burlington Vermont. Kestrel Coffee Roasters sources and roasts specialty coffees from all over the world, focusing on single origin coffees from small farms. They are making some truly high quality coffee, and we had the pleasure to interview them and learn their back story. Yes we dive into coffee, but you will learn more about food than you expected. One word of warning... Montreal.  Oh mon cheri......insert your own bad French Pepe Le Pew accent here. Coffee with care and detail you got it, but who didn't even own a coffee maker at one time and why. Relationships have risen and fallen on these factors! This roaster/barista has a story to tell but first, Charlotte wants her coffee in the morning! You say patahto, I say potato. But how do you say theatre? Just one of the subjects covered in this week's episode of regional accents and linguistics with the Coffee Roadshow and Kestrel Coffee Roasters. We branch out, from coffee and linguistics into a small lesson in ornithology, and the origin of the Kestrel name. Can't say we aren't going for an all inclusive audience! Have you been in an airport had your flight cancelled and no way to get to your destination but rent a car with a stranger? If this plot sounds familiar, you may be a fan of John Candy, and Steve Martin in the movie Trains, Planes and Automobiles. While listening to Johnny's trip with a stranger in a red Mustang it may bring back fond memories of this classic tale. How do you go from tea to coffee, and from culinary school, to Q grader and why! Wow.. The short answer is a great palate and lots of studying! Now for the culinary portion of this week's show...again remember we are all inclusive. What’s made of butter, sugar, salt and dough? Easy to say, difficult to spell, but worth the possibility of ruining a coat. I see a new hashtag developing #protectthepastry. Sacrifice your comfort, rain and the elements hah...we must protect the pastry at all costs! One of their cafes sits inside a gallery, and is dog friendly! So sit, gaze, and sip on one of the many offerings of Kestrel Coffee Roasters. Right now we are drinking Faster than Light, an Espresso blend with a toffee note, and Tsekaka with a hit of apricot and clove...mmm recommend it highly. Charlotte and Johnny are offering a code for our listeners. Just type: roadshow2021 and receive 20% off your order. In Literary Latte we have J.R.R. Tolkien The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings  and Slaughterhouse-Five by Kurt Vonnegut Remember if you have a question, or topic you want us to follow up on from this week, or any other episode of the CCCRS, we are happy to try to get that done. Just send us a message at our web-page: Make sure to check out this week’s playlist for Kestrel Coffee Roasters on Spotify, https://bit.ly/KestrelCoffeeRoadshow to hear musical selections from our guests. COCO is the Best!!      

Graziella Coffee Tony Ponte Brooklyn, New York Episode 81 Graziella Coffee Company This week we are in Brooklyn New York where we caught up with Tony Ponte, owner and founder of Graziella Coffee, a small batch roaster, with a strong family history in coffee and proud Italian lineage. His coffee story begins with his maternal grandparents who immigrated from Italy and his paternal grandparents who owned and operated a coffee shop. The Pesce's grew up in Southern Italy on the family farm before immigrating to Northwest Connecticut. His paternal grandparents opened up a franchise location of a family coffee shop, which had originated in Rhode Island called Bess Eaton Donuts, when they arrived. Wait... so its not Bessie and Donuts? Oh the trouble we can get into. They definitely passed on their work ethic to Tony. At least initially, that did not include their love for coffee, either as a utility or a social lubricant.  Working in the coffee shop, that had since been taken over by his uncles and father, he realized that he didn't really enjoy coffee or donuts. Luckily for us that was early on in his life. So, when did he develop his refined palate for coffee and does he like donuts now? By the way just who doesn’t like donuts? I can hear Homer Simpson crying out …Mmmm….doughnuts… drooling and ….doh. Like his grandparents before him he gradually started to drink coffee as a utility, to get him through the work day.  How did that change to a love of coffee? Enter his biggest influence, and the sage advice, from his good friend that changed his career path. Before jumping into a career, why not take a 30 day motorbike tour of Vietnam with your girlfriend! What could possibly go wrong? Never mind that he couldn't ride a motorbike. What about being held hostage, and riding four to seven hours a day dodging semis, one lane roads and in the pouring rain! And what was the one song refrain that got him through....oh, oh oh I'm...., listen for the rest of this tune and the proper way to sing it! Just how much should you pay for a cup of coffee? Be prepared for a math lesson, that makes complete sense, and one that you will be telling your friends about! Learn why it's so important to expose people to the plight of the coffee farmer and sustainability. How do we keep this dialog alive, and just where can we buy ethical coffee? We had to stop our interview due to wailing fire trucks passing by but this very introspective coffee roaster gave us a new perspective on all things emergent, and what it truly means to live in a big city. Classic take. All this and Literary Latte and a Spotify playlist... favorite music and book can tell you a great deal about a great guy. Join us this week as we introduce you to Graziella Coffee and Tony Ponte we are so glad your grandparents immigrated from Italy. Truly a family tradition Bevo alla tua salute, we drink to your health! https://graziellacoffee.com/ http://bit.ly/GraziellaCoffeeRoadshow

Chapín Coffee Fuel with Purpose Chicago Illinois Episode 80 https://chapincoffee.com/ This week on the Roadshow we are in Chicago, Illinois at Chapín Coffee with Jennifer Alexander Monzón - Founder & CEO. Chapín Coffee, one amazing coffee business. How do you get your new favorite java, and help end childhood malnutrition at the same time? How about helping out Guatemala as bonus. Drop what you are doing right now and listen to this episode. We help you start your day with a win, win, win! Look out America, Jennifer is planning on changing your daily caffeine fuel habit, to Fuel with Purpose. Specialty coffee from this business is transforming lives and helping children and the world at the same time...no hyperbole. In Guatemala, where 3 of every 4 children suffer from chronic malnutrition, Chapín Coffee company is helping to end hunger in coffee growing rural communities by serving meals to kids with every bag you buy. Going to sleep, in the jungle, and looking up through a hole in the thatched roof, what did the moon tell this entrepreneur about her future?  On Jennifer’s second date, with her now husband, we find out how diving  deep into discussion about “ life dreams and goals” led directly to fuel with a purpose and Chapín Coffee. Guatemala was the common link. Two-thirds of this country's population live on less than $2 per day, causing this country to have the highest rate of stunted growth in children under the age of five in Latin America, and one of the highest rates in the world!(Borgenproject.com) From a lesson in geography, to issues related to the border, once you have heard this weeks episode you will not be able to unring this bell! But.....how do you turn a passion for specialty coffee, and ending childhood malnutrition in Guatemala into a successful business?  Snow and a Zip Car may be involved. Can you start off with a bad cappuccino in New York and turn your taste profile into the best dressed coffee in the world from Guatemala? Just how do you dress your coffee? Jennifer has sartorial ideas that bring the latest styles to your cup of joe(or Josephine) attire. This coffee is stylin! Six degrees of separation, Guatemala and the service corps of engineers, coffee, and a 45 year time span. This reads like a novel. You let us know the actors you'd like to see in this movie and we can compare notes. While we know you always listen for content, it really helps to listen to  Jennifer's voice, which will soothe and transport you on this audio journey. She will put you into the most Zen coffee moment of this week...maybe even the last year! Quench your thirst for great coffee and help end childhood malnutrition in Guatemala....not a bad days “labor”. Once again the Coffee Roadshow is Traveling America one coffee shop/business at a time. Join the movement and Fuel your Purpose by listening to episode 80, and the enveloping  story of Chapín Coffee. Now pass this episode along to a non listener, or at least one friend, (more if you have them) we can all make a difference. Great coffee and great deeds, all with one click of the mouse!    

Honey and Roses Coffee Company Online Marketplace Episode 79 Season Three Craft Coffee Marketplace | Coffee Subscription – Honey & Roses Coffee Co. (honeyandrosescoffee.com) We are off again traveling the country from coast to coast, looking for the best independent coffee stores and roasters... but this time virtually. Starting off season three we interview our online doppelganger who has been on a similar mission. Let us introduce you to Honey and Roses Coffee Company, an online marketplace for freshly roasted coffee delivered right to your front door. With 50 plus stores to choose from(and counting) what better way to start your coffee journey with us this year. What do two friends, from different continents, who separately traveled through multiple countries, do with their collective experiences? Joe and Ella came up with a scathingly brilliant idea! Why not "do a coffee platform". Two very different personalities, one from England and one from New York, decided to bring their coffee experiences from around the world directly into your home. You don't even have to take off your sweat pants to get started! Along with being taken as a child to restaurants from every culture to experience a plethora of cuisines, how did being critically ill add to the formation of Honey & Roses Coffee? What's a gal to do in Morocco at night when she finds herself alone on the streets, and lost! How did ducking into a male dominated coffee shop work out for her? What could have gone wrong,... let me count the ways. Sometimes it pays to forget your phone. Ella tells all. How does a tea loving Englishman start a coffee business?  The one from across the pond didn't even drink coffee until... da,da,dahh. New friends in New York, a speakeasy, a head injury and trip to the ER, sure why not walk home after you've been stitched up. Now a successful online marketplace Honey & Roses Coffee Company partners with over 50 coffee roasters from around the United States. Spreading the joy and gospel of independent business and entrepreneurs in  coffees, sweets and products from all over the world. Did I mention the roasters offer sustainable and ethically sourced coffee as well? Check out their website, choose your beans, sit back and transport yourself to a different country with each cup of coffee. Remember to shop sweets and treats, order a ceramic mug, and stir it up with their brass spoons! Make sure to check out this week’s playlist for Honey and Roses Coffee Company on Spotify, to hear musical selections from our guests. https://spoti.fi/3syN6uV And don't forget to hit the subscribe button!

Special Report Covid Coffee Chronicles Episode 78 MochaBox Coffee Washington DC The 10th Person https://www.mochabox.com/ This week we are talking to the owners of MochaBox Coffee, in Washington DC. Floyd Sartin & Harlin Thomas ll. From the east-side of Detroit to the nation's capital, how did these two decide to “see it and be it” The owner’s of MochaBox Coffee made their childhood dreams of success into reality. Not that there weren’t a few obstacles placed in their path along the way. With drugs and gangs in the neighborhood’s they grew up in, what are the statistical chances for success? Does it make a difference who you surround yourself with? Each separately decided to change their trajectory, and with that move the “coffee world” is better for it.This week we hear all about breaking into the coffee business with no previous background in java. Let’s start with their homage and a coffee brand name entering into their origin story. The Black Bottom area in Detroit, was originally named by early French colonial settlers for the dark, fertile topsoil found in the area. More importantly to our story it later became a thriving entrepreneurial black community, a cultural musical and business hub. That brings us to the MochaBox connection and their roast Black Bottom, that pays homage to their Detroit roots and that period of time. “Lively” medium dark, floral notes,and hints of honey, designed for everybody. Detroit you should be proud! Rwanda, Columbia, and Haiti, see how they decided to choose the green beans that bring people back for more. Direct vs Fair Trade what about the farmers? What do you want your coffee purchase to go towards? Dark and Lovely, Black Bottom, or Haiti Blue? How about all three. This week's episode will help you refine your palate while learning from these “ coerced “ roasters what you should be drinking. Subscription coffee service to roasting and “pop ups''. Building, pivoting, and adapting to Covid-19, and racial and social injustice issues with this fabulous AfricanAmerican small business. They are clearly bound for entrepreneurial success. With multiple college degrees between them, how easy was it to get started, and still what did they learn in a panel discussion that tells us all a lot about the coffee industry, subtle racism and the lack of inclusivity! From college experience, wing men, aspirations and how actually studying can help you graduate. Would you change religions for a date? If you surround yourself with 9 successful people who will be the 10th person? Make sure to check out this week's playlist for MochaBox on Spotify,to hear musical selections from our guests. https://spoti.fi/2YIUBTo As a special bonus for a limited time use code Crosscountry20 when you buy your java at MochaBox!! Listen to Coffee Facts this week as we ask what exactly is a “pop up”? Join us for Literary Latte where Floyd and Harlin share their favorite books, and why they are significant. Remember if you have a question,or topic you want us to follow up on from this week, or any other episode of the CCCRS,we are happy to try to get that done in the segment we call Free Refills. Just leave us a message at are web-page https://crosscountrycoffeeroadshow.com/ email directly: https://crosscountrycoffeeroadshow.com/contact/

Special Report Covid Coffee Chronicles Episode 77 Three Keys Coffee Houston Texas Notes and Melodic Roasts https://threekeyscoffee.com/ Find a job where you get to use both sides of your brain. Connecting the dots from mechanical engineering to coffee roasting was not hard for Tio Fallen. It started with a generational link that combines the love of music and figuring out “the way things work” Grandfather was so proud, as Dan Fogelberg sang " Your blood runs through my instrument" Out of his interesting genetic blend Three Keys Coffee was born. But not so fast. From thermal dryness and temperature, versus time signatures and rate of rise...whoa what is this science class? Which note comes next? How about Here Comes the Bride? Put on your lab coat and catch the bouquet, science and passion together are hard to beat. From New York Facebook and friending everyone,to nonchalant, who’s the one that now buys the LP’s ???. With Kenzel’s MBA in finance from Duke, and Tio’s Masters in Mechanical Engineering from Michigan they wound up in Houston owning their own roastsery! We explore true serendipity! Pocket-watches, to a coffee shop meeting who knows what the catalyst will be and where that ripple will end. Probably with this couple on a high note! Is there a silver lining in Covid-19 pandemic and the current wave of social injustices? The answer makes sense when you listen to their story. Alert Alert danger Will Robinson you will need the Spotify playlist for this week's episode….while not mandatory highly recommended . Tunes Trumpets and technology, grab the record player yes, I said records, mix the old and new and jump jive onto the “A Train” with Tio and Kenzel as we visit Three Keys Coffee in Houston Texas this week. Check out this weeks Spotify Playlist recommend by our guests. https://bit.ly/ThreeKeysCoffee Stayed tuned for additional new episodes of Covid Coffee Chronicles later this month! Remember if you have a question,or topic you want us to follow up on from this week, or any other episode of the CCCRS,we are happy to try to get that done in the segment we call Free Refills. Just leave us a message at are web-page https://crosscountrycoffeeroadshow.com/

Special Report Covid Coffee Chronicles Episode 76 Sip and Sonder 108 S Market St, Inglewood, CA 90301 For the Community For the Culture https://www.sipandsonder.com/ Sonder: “the realization that each random passerby is living a life as vivid and complex as your own—populated with their own ambitions, friends, routines, worries and inherited craziness—an epic story that continues invisibly around you like an anthill sprawling deep underground, with elaborate passageways to thousands of other lives that you’ll never know existed, in which you might appear only once, as an extra sipping coffee in the background, as a blur of traffic passing on the highway, as a lighted window at dusk”. Taken from the dictionary of obscure sorrows. This week we continue with our series on minority owned coffee business that may have been marginalized, or overlooked. We delve into some of the history of that marginalization and talk about why there aren’t more Black owned coffee shops. How far should you have to go outside your neighborhood to find them? This months cover models for Barista Magazine can fill you in. From high powered law firms and practicing attorneys, to coffee shop owners, how does that happen? Amanda Jane Thomas and Shanita Nicolas met when they were newbie lawyers just out of law school, working at the same firm. Based on their past experiences with coffee and “coffee shops” they found through “therapy sessions” they shared a common passion. The germination of Sip and Sonder is the story of two very determined Black women, with a vision. They were determined to bring the ‘coffee shop experience” to the neighborhood and communities they loved. We also answer definitively what’s the best part of law school and where you should go to study for the Bar exam. Do you think there are major disparities, and injustices with black businesses , and coffee shop owners in particular? And why aren’t there more great coffee stores in black and brown communities? Money skin color and prejudice, how long did it take these two Ivy League educated black lawyers to obtain a loan for their shop? What kind of effect is BLM having on Sip & Sonder now, and what is the one question from patrons that they welcome. Why is a Third Space so important to them? Eye opening and honest discussion, with Amanda Jane and Shanita. Listen to Coffee Facts this week as we explore the difference between direct trade vs fair trade. Literary Latte . Amanda and Shanita their favorite books, and the significance they hold for each. We have truly had a “sonderiztion” experience this week and we hope you both enjoy and are enlightened. For the community, for the culture all of our lives are unique. Check out this weeks Spotify Playlist for all the songs recommend by our guests. https://bit.ly/SipandSonder Stayed tuned for additional new episodes of Covid Coffee Chronicles later this month! Remember if you have a question,or topic you want us to follow up on from this week, or any other episode of the CCCRS,we are happy to try to get that done in the segment we call Free Refills. Just leave us a message at are web-page https://crosscountrycoffeeroadshow.com/

Special Report Covid Coffee Chronicles Episode 75 Aspire CoffeeWorks Better Together This week we continue with our series on minority owned coffee business and organizations that highlight previously marginalized, or overlooked groups. In this episode we focus on the latter heading to Chicago Illinois, Aspire CoffeeWorks. This is a company dedicated to employing adults with and without disabilities working side by side. Can you change a life simply by buying coffee... tune in this week to find out. And how good is the coffee? How about award-winning roast? Our first guest this week is Katie Welge,managing director at Aspire CoffeeWorks. When society overlooks people with disabilities it takes more than just a few well meaning people to step up.Enter Metropolis Coffee, renowned for their award winning java and dedication to sustainability, and fair trade. When approached with the idea of becoming a corporate sponsor for Aspire they jumped on board and Aspire CoffeeWorks was born. Here everyone loves coming to work, no joke. Adults with and without disabilities work together in a productive, successful (and profitable) environment. Did someone say a template for a nationwide program? The only thing you will be left wondering is why you haven’t thought of, or participated in this. Truly inspiring and life-changing coffee sales, where 100% of net proceeds go to programs and services. Based on Katie's story we know where she got her motivation and desire to work with these great employees. Highschooler's can be intentionally or unknowingly cruel sometimes, but Katie managed to find a societal solution for these acts… and she did it during her lunch hour. Meet Ben, our next guest who has Fragile X syndrome, a genetic condition that causes a range of developmental problems including learning disabilities and cognitive impairment. He has been a team member at Aspire CoffeeWorks for the last five years, and is one of their biggest salesmen! What happened at an outreach during his presentation at a major law firm will not surprise you, once you listen to his interview! It takes lots of individuals, businesses and corporate connections to make this all work. Metropolis and Canteen are just two of the major partners. How did that come about and how can you get involved? We will take you through the whole program, selection hiring, training to full fledged “mock ups” of multiple real world opportunities. We tackle the rewards of stepping outside your comfort zone, related to people with disabilities. Much like the current challenges we face with social injustice and discrimination of people of color, we will remain fearful of people we don’t know. Katie encourages everyone to take a leap of faith and interact with these people with disabilities. Buy Aspire Coffee Now. Change a life and get award winning java. Win/Win. https://aspirecoffeeworks.com/product-category/coffee/ Check out this weeks Spotify Playlist for all the songs recommend by our guests. https://bit.ly/AspireCoffeeWorks Stayed tuned for additional new episodes of Covid Coffee Chronicles later this month! Remember if you have a question,or topic you want us to follow up on from this week, or any other episode of the CCCRS,we are happy to try to get that done in the segment we call Free Refills. Just leave us a message at our web-page https://crosscountrycoffeeroadshow.com/

Special Report Covid Coffee Chronicles Episode 74 Kahawa 1893 Educate a Girl, Educate a Village This episode with a single guest, is a little bit on the long side, but the time will fly by as you listen! Kenya, coffee, slavery, Blockchain, the unbanked, Black owned business challenges, women’s rights and empowerment… and that’s just in the first 10 minutes! Powerful questions asked and answered about inequality, the color of our skin, and assumptions that need to be dealt with. What is active vs passive racism? With a huge economic inequality in the global coffee industry, find out what this CEO Margaret Nyamumbo is doing to rectify this imbalance. Listen to the pure logic of using coffee as a vessel to improve the quality of life, create a living wage and thereby improve society as a whole. From third generation coffee farmer in Kenya to founder and CEO of coffee company Kahawa 1893 Margaret talks about the hurdles she overcame to be able to get to where she is now. What is she often mistaken for at conferences with coffee big wigs and why?? This week in addition to coffee flavor exploration we also get a brief history lesson. When the British arrived, what was the one strong advantage that they had going for them in Africa? Who had to fight for the right to not only grow coffee but drink it? Margaret’s ancestors played a pivotal role in how she landed in the business she is in today. How is the fighting for the rights of women in Kenya directly tied to her coffee brand? And how does the new way of banking, currency and reimbursement play directly into what she sees as a successful future for her countrymen? Swahili, coffee and Kahawa 1893, origins of coffee? origins of humans? Get out your note taking apparatus because you are gonna get schooled! When you buy coffee at a chain, or any coffee shop, just how much of that purchase actually goes to the women who provide the labor? And what exactly does digital currency, M-Pesa and Blockchain have to do with it? Want to not only have some great coffee but feel good at the same time? You can! Start by buying Margaret’s coffee. Thus begins a chain reaction that supports multiple levels of independence,empowerment, community development and economic and social advancement in equality. One heck of a lot for buying a bag of beans!! Listen to our next episode in the Covid Coffee Chronicles series on coffee and social injustice. Knowledge is power, so be brave and ask the hard questions. Remember we can all do something. The saying in Swahili is “If you educate the girl you educate a community”. Enjoy, educate, empower and do good all with your next sip! Check out this weeks Spotify Playlist for all the songs recommend by our guest. https://bit.ly/Kahawa1893 Stayed tuned for additional new episodes of Covid Coffee Chronicles later this month! Remember if you have a question,or topic you want us to follow up on from this week, or any other episode of the CCCRS,we are happy to try to get that done in the segment we call Free Refills. Just leave us a message at are web-page https://crosscountrycoffeeroadshow.com/

Special Report Covid Coffee Chronicles Episode 73 AOSA Coffee 16821 Algonquin St #104, Huntington Beach, CA 92649 A Perfect Blend We, like many Americans have had to change course, since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic. We are now practicing social distancing, and no longer traveling the country in person. We have developed a series of special remote episodes focusing on how the pandemic is affecting small businesses and stores that were not initially  on our radar. With this next series of episodes we'll be focusing on the recent impact of increased social injustice, and areas of conscious and implicit discrimination. We will gather different perspectives on these issues and what this new reality looks like. Many still don’t understand the meaning and implications of what is taking place with the social injustice movement and Black Lives Matter.  We will be launching some deep dive questions about race, privilege and implicit bias. The conversation needs all of us. We will focus on minority owned coffee shops/businesses and locations that are promoting social justice dialogue and discussion about prejudicial behavior. Along that vein we also discovered coffee businesses that feature a segment of the population often left out, and that is Americans with disabilities. Our first interview in this series is with AOSA Coffee in Huntington Beach, CA. Keyana Hill owner of AOSA is black and her parents are from Belize, and her husband is white. They are the perfect couple to kick off this dialogue and exchange of viewpoints. Did being an interracial couple help or hinder their business? What were the community changes Key found, once she moved from her home in Riverside to Huntington Beach? We took a deep dive into some of the courageous conversations they both have had with their customers. There is a particularly poignant discussion with the wife of a policeman. Mike gives a very personal and unique perspective of being a white man, married to a black woman. Does this give him a special insight? And what kind of conversations does he get, and how can they be helpful to all of us. Check out this weeks Spotify Playlist for all the songs from our guests. https://bit.ly/AOSACoffee Stayed tuned for additional new episodes of Covid Coffee Chronicles later this month! Remember if you have a question,or topic you want us to follow up on from this week, or any other episode of the CCCRS,we are happy to try to get that done in the segment we call Free Refills. Just leave us a message at are web-page https://crosscountrycoffeeroadshow.com/  

Lady Yum (Macarons and Mischief) 116 S. Washington St, Seattle, WA 98104 Episode 72  Endings and Entremets https://www.ladyyum.com Our last stop in season two led us to Seattle, and the very unique, one of a kind shop, featuring macarons,wine, beer, champagne, and great coffee. The shop is based on an original French cafe done in pinks and peach, with peacocks, furry chairs and chandeliers as accents. The owner Megan Wagstaff says Lady Yum is a perfect spot for a glass of champagne on a Wednesday afternoon. And yes they do have coffee! Our first guest was Michelle. Not being a coffee drinker, but lover of the aroma, she still knows how to make the perfect cup of coffee for her spouse. What magic ingredient does she add to his daily java and is it worth trying? When they moved to England these devoted dog owners faced a major dilemma, regarding their “children”. Quarantining of Molly, Fred, Zach and Bucky was the first challenge, and how do they get to England? Most creative answer ever ! It involves the high seas! And a “loophole”. Twilight, Seattle, and fan fiction, sometimes you just take a leap of faith. From Microsoft to Macaroons, Russell Wagstaff, husband and partner of owner Megan Wagstaff,left the corporate world to join his wife in this very successful venture. But how did he meet this future partner? Two people, 10 benches, possible budding romance.....and …nothing! Well something, but not your average dating time table. Listen to his story. There are movies that are made out of this scenario. Jeffery and Mitch, our next guests were first timers at Lady Yum, and it was our lucky day getting to hear their very different stories. “ I can tell you I don’t love or drink coffee but I’d be lying”. We had way too many guffaws, with this couple. They compliment each other in a very special way. Jeff works with nuclear fission and designs small modular nuclear reactors,( if he told me what he really did he would have to terminate me). Mitch changed careers and works with people in crisis, and loves it. His goal is to help his clients live independently. How did two opposites like this meet,and marry? Do you want the “official” or real story? That depends on who’s asking! When is the best time to come out to your mother? Why not while ice skating…no seriously, why not. We can tell you this, there was definitely a surprise that made him (and us) laugh. Imagine the scenario, you are on your way to North Dakota to meet the love of your life’s family, and most of them have been given very little notice of your relationship.Da..Da..Daaah. What is their biggest point of contention when it comes to having kids? Milwaukee, Pabst mansion, Aston Martin, and Lamborghini. What do these things all have in common? One WILD night. The stories they will (or will not) tell their children. Felicia, our final guest this week is one of our primary reasons for visiting this fantastic store near Pioneer Square in Seattle. How did she get from home schooling in the 100 plus acre woods of rural Pennsylvania, to urban Seattle? Was there culture shock? Not what you think! Just how did this beautiful (in every sense of the word) woman learn to not only traverse the United States, but end up navigating the world, and conquering a prestigious pastry school in France. Felicia creates, and adorns Seattle's most beautiful and delicious entremets. What you may ask is an entremet? You poor peasant let us enlighten and “entertain” you. Check out her Instagram page (@feliciayoder) to see these beautiful creations,and it will make you smile all day. Whimsical does not do them justice. And that’s without even tasting them. I always heard people say “that looks too good to eat” but never have I ever said this with any real conviction. You’ll find a visual vacation for your eyes on each page. (Ps good luck trying not to succumb to this delicacy) How did this “pastry terminator” end up needing to visit the doctor while in France?

Special Report Covid Coffee Chronicles Nell Jim and Banjo Boy-Musicians Coffee and Covid Episode 71 This week we finish our 3 part interview with Nell and Jim, from the Nell and Jim band. We connect with them for music, personal stories, and help celebrate the release of their new album, Western Sun. Our conversation is wide ranging, and we talk about coming out of the musical closet, and the possible anxieties associated with why that might be. How many people are still hiding their light! Be brave, be courageous, and as ABBA said ”Take a Chance on Me”. Nell Robinson had a voice all along, but only started her professional career in her 40s.  What held her back, and is there a genetic link to this voice, and her musical talent? Was she surprised when she learned about a talented link to someone who came so long before her? Jim Nunally definitely had something to do with it. What happens when a flute marries an accordion? Is it zydeco, polka, rockabilly or once again have Nell and Jim forged a new musical genre-bending experience! All our regular listeners already know how to pair coffee and chocolate, but how about picking your favorite tune, or album, to go with your favorite Java!  They have a number of ideas in this interview but try to get “In My Beautiful Dream” not paired with your favorite Banjo Boy after you listen... Nell and Jim thanks for the coffee and conversation. We will definitely see you out on the road once again, when we can all be “Travelin the Road West”  java in hand and Western Sun, booming out of the speakers, making our way to the next great coffee destination and "non-road coffee". OK listeners, time to way in, which blends of Banjo Boy Coffee will you pair with your favorite song? If you need any help, or want a fun musical ride visit Spottily for this weeks playlist, from the Cross Country Coffee Roadshow,  featuring some tunes from the Nell and Jim Band. https://bit.ly/NellJimBanjoBoy

Special Report Covid Coffee Chronicles Nell Jim and Banjo Boy-Musicians Coffee and Covid  Part 2 Episode 70 https://www.nellandjim.com/ Welcome back to the Covid Coffee Chronicles. This week we are back with Nell and Jim, of the Nell and Jim Band, two incredibly talented musicians who just happened to have gotten tired of touring with “road coffee” and when they couldn’t find what they wanted they created their own. Enter Banjo Boy Coffee. https://www.nellandjim.com/shop-music This episode we find out how Covid-19 has affected them personally and share the heartbreak of not being able to share live music,or collaboration during this non-touring time of pandemic in the United States.  Find out what they are doing to stay connected with the musical community including the upcoming Father's Day Bluegrass Festival in a studio with safe distancing. How do you get your band members together when you have to do social distancing? If someone wants a perfect recording, then they can currently listen to the newly released album Western Sun, but  if they want a truly live experience, well the current technology,leaves something to be desired. What are the benefits and drawbacks of Skype, Facetime etc. What does this social distancing new normal mean when you get a birthday cake?  How about using Auto-tune? The musical community is considered by these individuals as one big family. What are there plans during this time of quarantining? What is the connection to Wisconsin, and how does a collectable Martin guitar play into the sound and the history of this unique group? This week we hear all about John Prine,  Ramblin' Jack Elliott and the Goose Island Ramblers,  Smokey George, Wendy "Windy" Whitford and how these icons play into the musical heritage of the Nell and Jim band. Pairing coffee with their music 6 string 5 string four string and ukulele they also have a decaf and don't forget about Nell's chi tea Listeners go to the following link and pick up the new album Western Sun, and some great Banjo Boy coffee to pair with your musical selections, at a special discount for Roadshow listeners. https://www.nellandjim.com/shop-music Thanks for stopping by the Roadshow, guys and good luck with the new album Western Sun. Don't forget to follow us on Spotify and listen to this weeks playlist featuring our very special guests this week Nell and Jim from the Nell and Jim Band! https://bit.ly/NellJimBanjoBoy  

Special Report Covid Coffee Chronicles                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Nell Jim and Banjo Boy-Musicians Coffee and Covid  Part 1                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Episode 69 https://www.nellandjim.com/ Welcome back to the Covid Coffee Chronicles. This week we are talking to Nell and Jim, of the Nell and Jim Band, two incredibly talented musicians who just happened to have gotten tired of touring with “road coffee” and when they couldn’t find what they wanted they created their own. Enter Banjo Boy Coffee. https://www.nellandjim.com/shop-music But wait we’re getting way ahead of the story. How did they meet and who had to audition. Are you a closet Voice coach?  What happens when you’re confronted with someone with real talent? Could you really give them advice? And just as important would they take it? Johnny Cash eat your heart out, I Walk the line never sounded better. Tune in this week as we venture into the lives of this touring musician couple, from outside of San Francisco, who secondary to the pandemic, along with other bands, can no longer go out on tour. Spend the next three episodes with us as we learn about music, John Prine Vacuum coffee makers, starting a coffee brand, touring and most importantly the Norwegian phrase ufda Jim Nunally, Nell Robinson ..we truly had a great time at the dance, thanks for bringing the music. And just how do you pair the perfect coffee with Django Reinhardt ? Listeners go to the following link and pick up the new album Western Sun, and some great Banjo Boy coffee to pair with your musical selections, at a special discount on their website. https://www.nellandjim.com/shop-music Thanks for stopping by the Roadshow, guys and good luck with the new album Western Sun. Don't forget to follow us on Spotify and listen to this weeks playlist featuring our guests this week Nell and Jim! https://bit.ly/NellJimBanjoBoy

Special Report Covid Coffee Chronicles                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Heroic Hospitality in the Post Covid Era                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Episode 68 Anthem Coffee, Puget Sound WA. https://myanthemcoffee.com/ Welcome to this week's edition of the Covid Coffee Chronicles. We are at Anthem Coffee in Washington State, via phone interview with co-owner Bryan  Reynolds. Had we visited in person, their coffee stores (8 in total) in the Washington State Puget sound area,  our secret shopper style would have put them immediately on our favorites lists. Heroic hospitality and living loud are their motto's, so how did a person with limited business experience eventually end up with eight coffee stores? And how did the adoption of a five year old girl by empty nesters play into this award winning coffee enterprise? What was Brian's coffee experience prior to opening his first coffee store, and what did it have to do with his engagement?  With total family support and an all in philosophy, the question was: play it safe, or take a risk. What is Bryan's answer, and how does this business and life philosophy play into his goals? You will understand why their coffee business is now bouncing back and thriving, and how they are trying to get back to being the “living room” of the community. The Covid-19 pandemic has changed everyone’s plans, but listen to what got this dynamic owner back on the leadership fast track. What is the sweetest sound to the human ear? This week at Anthem we find that out, and how it ties into every customer getting rock-star status. How do you carry out Heroic Hospitality and keep appropriate social distancing guidelines? Well you need to listen, and soak up the pearls of wisdom, along with your java break on this week's episode. This pandemic has caused many business owners to think outside the box. So there are lots of ways to get your Anthem coffee. All their stores are now opening safely, so drop in, for grab and go, or follow our link below to Anthem at your door delivery, you won’t be disappointed. Oh , and in this time of Covid don’t think you can get away with stealing great ideas …..Jerry Seinfeld we are talking to you ! https://www.anthematyourdoor.com/video-intro-page37708090  

Special Report Covid Coffee Chronicles Reopening America the Right Way Episode 67 Strayhouse Kitchen + Coffee http://strayhouse.coffee/ Health is wealth, truer words have not been spoken. This week we’re back in Clinton Oklahoma. We return to interview Annie and Geoff Park, owners of Strayhouse Kitchen + Coffee. You last met them in season one, Episode 15 Oasis in a Coffee Dessert. We wanted to check in to see how they were dealing with the pandemic, and the idea of reopening America, and specifically their store. When Covid-19 was just getting started, Geoff and  Annie were ahead of the game.  Although painful, they began to prepare for what they knew was coming their way. Let’s refresh your memory. This shop was formerly a 1900s era lumber yard. How do you open and keep social distancing on such a large property?  How do you maintain all your services, when you can't have a sit down experience? The cost of utilities hasn’t gone down just because people are quarantined... So how do you make the business sustainable? And what does a customer base who has also become a “fan” base have to do with your success? Enter, the most unique drive thru we’ve ever encountered! Visit our webpage to see what we mean. During this pandemic spread and recovery, business owners today are being asked not only to balance the books and deal with employees, but also to look out for the overall health of the community. Come with us this week as Annie and Geoff walk you through how they have successfully navigated this process. How do you keep the business going and not put customers at risk?  Who is reaching out to help them? If you want to help a small business, helping their community, this is your chance. Who, in their experience, is the one group suffering the most right now based on our current cashless commerce? With three children, homeschooling and running their business what does their spare time look like? So you want to help, and everybody needs coffee right? Then listen to this week's episode to see the impact a VTJ can make!  Don't know what that means….stay tuned. Strayhouse is our house is their motto. We hope we can share some of their house ideas and spirit with our listeners, in this time of reopening America... the right way. Get your java beans here. https://casualcoffeeroasters.com To contribute to the virtual tip jar go here: https://checkout.square.site/pay/74ffef656fdd44aaba3921a79bf0bdaa    

Special Report Covid Coffee Chronicles Real Estate and Covid-19 Episode 66 This week we interview Scott Wright, and Patti O’Rourke who you first met in season one episode 8, Keep On Juggling, at Little Ireland Coffee in Pacific MO. We thought who better to fill us in on the effects of Covid-19, and the realty market, than two professional self described nomad house flippers. This couple travels the country buying properties, remodeling, and then turning them around for a profit. What could possibly have changed during the time of a pandemic in the US. We caught up with them near White Sands in Alamogordo, New Mexico, to hear updates, insights, and life philosophy. You will not be disappointed. Eat your heart out Chip and Joanna Gaines, Has shelter in place changed their lives? Long before it was popular Scott and Patty's real estate business was conducted virtually, so how has the quarantine changed that? Do you have to feel guilty or justified if you actually like social distancing? Get the lowdown from this couple on how we may come out better when all is said and done. Could you buy a property if you never set foot in it? Today’s episode answers the question “how many old ladies' curtains and 30year old outdated carpets can you look at before you can pull the trigger. Wait ….but honey it's a dump!! It takes a lot of optimism to do what these two delightful people do. With a very specific skill set, tons of disinfectant, and no aversion to hard work, listen to what can be done while the rest of us are putting together puzzles. The Roadshow is all about coffee right? How does that fit into this week's program? If I told you McDonald s, pour over and “excellent” all in the same breath would you believe me? Well necessity is the mother of invention and Scott swears you cannot knock it “ until you’ve tried it” . Look for a blind taste test in an upcoming episode. Catch these two now while you still can, on this week's episode. Because once the quarantine has passed these adventurers will be back out on the road finding the next lamp,trailer, or fixer upper that will allow them to turn them a profit. Remember if you have a question,or topic you want us to follow up on from this week, or any other episode of the CCCRS,we are happy to try to get that done. Just leave us a message at are web-page https://crosscountrycoffeeroadshow.com/ or email directly through our contact form https://crosscountrycoffeeroadshow.com/contact/ Stay well, keep your distance, wash your hands, and we will all get through this together. Dan and Linda McGarry Cross Country Coffee Roadshow

Special Report Covid Coffee Chronicles Herbalist vs the Virus Episode 65 This week our guest is Candace Hunter, herbalist, writer, and fellow podcaster. For an in-depth look at her background listen to Episode 51 , Paws Jaws Enforcing Laws at River Roasters Coffee,in Florence OR . Our conversation at that time was pre Covid 19 pandemic, but her knowledge and practice in Herbalism was very prescient. Before we get to the issue of herbs, Covid-19, preventing illness and maintaining health you may have noticed that the music was not our normal surf guitar roadshow opening. We feel that music can be a great stress reducer, and thought we would lead off with Linda serenading you with the lovely sounds of her Indian flute amidst the backyard aviary. Whether you are in a backyard like ours surrounded by birds or your feet are dangling over the edge of the Grand Canyon at sunset you can find your Zen place through music. In addition to the world of herbology we feel music is also a great healer, both for the body,and the soul. Our guest this week Herbalist extraordinaire Candace Hunter tells us how Herbs can be part of your whole plan to keep yourself healthy, and try to prevent illness during this crazy time. How do you make your body less inviting to those invaders? ...and how do you limit the chance of contracting the virus in the first place, and use herbs to help get you through if infection occurs? This is where our herbalist expert comes in to give you her 5 points on how to get through,not just this time of Covid virus, but other illnesses as well. Get enough sleep, get regular physical activity, Get outside (we are outside for part of this episode) contact friends and loved ones, remember social distancing is not social isolation. Try to make a sustained effort to limit the time you stare at a screen….any screen. Put that music on, get out your favorite pair of headphones or speakers and really listen. Put on your favorite podcast (hint,hint) or listen to a book whatever gets you in the zone. How about Yoga, Tai Chi, meditation,... never done it ? Now’s the time to learn! Even if it is just for a few minutes, give yourself a chance to relax and recharge. Candace gives us instruction on how to" calm the inner toddler" . If you find yourself with more questions after listening to this episode, or want to learn more about the practice of herbs and  how it relates to health, we urge you to check out an upcoming informative event occurring this month. Candace is hosting an online summit, called Herbs in Action: Covid and Beyond on May 8,2020.It is sponsored by The Herbal Nerd Society. It’s free and starts at 7:30 am PDT and goes to around 6:30 pm PDT. There will be an expert panel and planned time for Q & A. https://www.herbsinaction.com https://instagram.com/herbsinactionsummit?igshid=1540wk1u3fpl7 Remember, support your local independent businesses in any way you can. We will get through this together. Dan and Linda McGarry Cross Country Coffee Roadshow

Special Report Covid Coffee Chronicles Episode 64 Healthcare Coverage in the Time of Corona White Dove Coffee,Flagstaff Arizona We first met Chris Rivera at White Dove Coffee in Flagstaff Arizona on season one, Episode 21 Peace Microsoft and the Weirdo Net. For the correlation to coffee listen to this episode to hear his whole background story. Chris is an agent for Aflac, an American insurance company and largest provider of supplemental insurance in the United States. During this pandemic he is maintaining his status as a health insurance advisor for small and local businesses in this region. You can imagine the calls that he is getting now in this time of Covid-19. One question however seems to be paramount on most peoples minds....Am I covered. Previously Chris met with clients, often in person, to discuss their healthcare needs and give guidance for specific coverage after a job loss. Listen along as we discuss these issues, and short term disability, with the specter of pandemic overhead. With this pandemic it seems like everyone knows, or is the someone now in the unemployment line. How has this affected his business, and what is the correlation to disability? He is still meeting with clients, but now, like most of the work force it is virtual, and from his home office. Did we get a warning about this “plague” as Chris calls it... how long did we have to get ready, and what did we do to prepare for the fight with our “invisible enemy”. In this new kind of warfare what is the ammunition and how can we be the “Rosie the riveter of our time. It used to be that the military were the only ones fighting, not with this pandemic. Just ask the doctors, nurses,respiratory therapists PA's,grocery store clerks and garbage men. There are still strategists ( the medical and scientific community) and then there are an awful lot of foot soldiers like you and me, carrying out the day to day fight through hand washing, social distancing, and simply staying at home. Can you really escape by retreating to your cabin or vacation home in an underpopulated area? How was the rural health system doing in this country before this all started and what do you think is happening now? If ever a Dylan lyric fits, it’s now, “ the times they are a changin” my friend.

Special Report Covid Coffee Chronicles Creativity and Covid-19 Episode 63 Ember Goods Address: 422 Washington St SE, Olympia, WA 98501 Phone: (360) 338-0315 Welcome to Covid Coffee Chronicles episode 63 Creativity and Covid 19 Today we are talking to Login and Bonita Smith, and Nick and Jessica Terell. They are the owners of Ember Goods Coffee store in Olympia WA. We last interviewed Nick and Bonita on season 2 episode 56 If You Give a Mouse a Hairdryer. This week we have all four of the owners present on a conference call to update us on how they are surviving the pandemic. With Nick's talent as an accomplished woodworker, and professional photographers Login and Bonita, they transformed a dark and dingy tattoo parlor into a Pacific Northwest inspired  original one of a kind store. This location draws artisans of all types. Think of a scaled down community centered REI with leather couches, local art, books, and beauty products including beard wax! I purchased Bawston & Tucker Solid Cologne  while we were there but I am sadly running out! OK guys are you listening?  I am running out! As far as their clothing line goes, soft, comfortable and stylish with a North Woods flair, what else could you ask for!  Can you tell I love this store? Now how about the coffee! Small batch roasted in Morton WA. Whatever the specialty drink you may want, they will make it for you. Don’t leave without trying my favorite beverage, with turmeric,ginger, honey, cinnamon, clove,hemp milk and espresso. We tried to weedle the recipe out of them, but trade secrets and all no such luck. Currently you can’t come in to order your favorite drink but you can still support Ember Goods. In order to keep their business afloat Ember Goods enlisted the help of  Kickstarter to raise money. Within a range of pledges the public could receive everything from coffee beans, merchandise, art, photo and wedding shoots, night stays at an adorable B & B,and even  a day spent in Nick’s wood shop learning how to make his signature piece. Fortunately with 207 donors they have now reached their goal.  So now you need to go to https://www.Embergoods.com and  check out their available products/merchandise and coffee for online orders. When this pandemic is over stop in and say hi to Logan,Bonita, Nick and Jessica, from the Cross Country Coffee Roadshow. And did I mention I am running out of my Bawston & Tucker Solid Cologne?  

Special Report- Covid Coffee Chronicles Campaigning in the Time of Corona Episode 62 http://johnkiehne.com/contact/ How do you run for political office in a time when shelter in place and stay at home orders are in effect? At the end of March  we spoke to John Kiehne who is running for state representative in Missouri.  Did this musician,turned politician (#musipolitician) have to reinvent the wheel when the Covid-19 outbreak occurred?  Does campaigning in “Dollar Store” regions differ from more populated urban areas? What's a politician do when he/she can’t attend the tried and true fried chicken dinners, and other public functions that go along with campaigning? Shaking hands and kissing babies are currently a thing of the past. Will they ever return? Thinking outside the box is something John does well! Old School? New cutting edge tech? whats the best choice?. How about all of the above. What venues are available for a "live" town hall and how creative do politicians need to be?  From phones to internet and how does a simple great photo enter in?  Fundraising  and broadband availability can pose another problem.  Does making eye contact with another person make you susceptible to the virus, and other observations, from this "musipolitician”. The new realities have forced everyone to change their routines including nursing home visitations, and in John’s situation, planning a funeral for his father in law, and what essential part did technology and Zoom play. Rural health care in the time of the pandemic, differs from urban centers. Good discussion on the issues associated with people who leave the cities and retreat to their rural "cabin" in search of refuge and "relief" from the sheltering in place and quarantining rules.  Our condolences to John and his wife Michelle, on the loss of her father. Remember everyone can do something!  

Special Report Episode 61 Covid Coffee Chronicles Crowdfunding and Independent Businesses a Win/Win Our guest today is Jack Ross, a previous interviewee from Metropolis Metro Cafe in Santa Monica California, who we last met in Season One. He is currently sheltering in place in New Jersey, and that is a great story by itself.   A self described, not busy schedule, combined with a busy mind can come up with amazingly creative ideas.  Jack has some ideas for all of us on how to help small independent businesses, "global and local", with a win/win for all involve. This is what happens when you have "time on your hands", as he says, and a background in digital media and journalism. Thank you again Jack for another fascinating interview and reaching out in this time of Corona virus pandemic and Covid-19. Remember everyone can do something! http://metropolissm.com https://www.kickstarter.com https://www.indiegogo.com

Special Report Episode 60 Covid Coffee Chronicles Staying Afloat Brewed Awakenings 326 Historic Rte 66, Williams, AZ 86046 This week our guest is Devin Maebe, of Williams Arizona . We last interviewed Devin and her amazing family in episodes 22 and 23, Love Loss and U turns for season one, Route 66. The flow of money to small businesses under the government’s $349 billion coronavirus relief plan is picking up momentum, although many company owners are still waiting and wondering. Explore some of those difficulties along with continuing to run a business, day to day in this new normal. What effect does the sheer volume of applications have on the process of applying for these loans? Devin along with her husband and family own, and run the Brewed Awakenings Coffee Company in Williams. With the pandemic in full force and stay at home sheltering now the law of the land, in the majority of the United States, we talk about what it takes to keep a small coffee store going in a tourist town with a dearth of tourists. Who do you enlist, family? government? What part does God play and what will it take for them to continue to stay afloat. What is Devin’s philosophy about the future, and why do we think she, her family, and their business will survive? https://brewedawakeningsaz.com/ Phone: (928) 254-3015 Email: brewedawakeningsaz@gmail.com Brewed Awakenings,326 Historic Rte 66, Williams, AZ 86046 Remember to check our web page for updated links to all our stores and discover how you can help the small business, or coffee store near you.

Special Report Episode 59 - Covid Coffee Chronicles We take a break from the Pacific Coast Highway this week, due to Covid 19. We, like many Americans have had to change course, and are now practicing social distancing. We have developed a series of special episodes focusing on the pandemic, and its impact on small businesses, and communities in need. We are interviewing(by phone)owners, and previous guests to get the story with what is going on with them right now. Although we can no longer travel, we still get their perspective on what this new reality looks like, in their community. Although the topics, answers, and conversations will vary, we all have one thing in common, surviving, this pandemic and everything that goes with it. following guidelines put forth by the medical and scientific community, and looking for the light at the end of the tunnel. This week our guests are Tiffany Green, Keagen Green, and Falon Barnes (soon to be Falon Green). Tiffany is owner of The Coffee Shelter, and a driving force in Vinita, OK. Our conversation centered around “appropriate” health care, staffing for two seperate businesses, and how thinking outside the box may help a business survive. When Keagen became critically ill, how many emergency rooms did he have to be taken to in one day to receive the care he needed? How does healthcare differ in rural areas vs urban cities? While being quarantined for 14 days Falon defined their new quality time together, with no internet what filled their days? After re-tooling their business and creating a more user friendly website for customers, will this become another new normal for independent coffee shops in the future? To find out more about Tiffany, Keagen and Falon’s back story visit our webpage and listen to Episode 12, That Pig ant Jump, at the Coffee Shelter in Vinita OK. Remember, support your local independent businesses in any way you can. We will get through this together. Dan and Linda McGarry Cross Country Coffee Roadshow

Taiko, Humming and the Brain Coach Olympia Coffee Roasters 2601 N Proctor St, Tacoma, WA 98406 This week the Roadshow heads up the Pacific Coast Highway to Olympia Coffee Roasters, in Proctor/Tacoma Washington, to visit one of their six stores. Olympia Coffee's success is simple.Quality Coffee plus Quality of Life. Their mission statement is to improve the quality of life for coffee farmers, staff and customers. A tall order, but one that locals seem to agree they are completing, on a daily basis. They have direct trade partnerships with coffee farmers worldwide in eight countries across 3 continents. A local company that started in a warehouse in downtown Olympia,in 2005. The story of great quality (life and coffee)continues to unfold at Olympia Coffee Roasters. Meet a cupping specialist at Olympia Coffee Roasting, Patrick Oiye. It is all about trying multiple coffees, much like wine tasting, to find out what you really like. He traveled to Hawaii to study the art of Taiko. What was supposed to be an 11 month course turned into six years. What did he learn, and what exactly is Taiko? Was it fate, cosmic collision or was it programmed into his genetics? How did the West Coast World War II internment camps fuel his quest for family history, and connection. What did he learn, and why were his relatives reluctant to talk about their past. How do you compete with large businesses for eyeballs if you are a small company? We found the answer at Olympia Coffee in Tacoma WA where we met up with Lauren Littleton, Director of Client Relations and new hire Alexis Creta, in advertising. Using digital advertising Hey Humming will help your small business expand by reaching the largest audiences across multiple platforms on the web. Their advertising solution is not only easy to use, and effective, they provide the data to prove it! Are Lauren and Alexis, a “mixed marriage”? coffee and tea drinkers, can they possibly get along? Lauren Littleton went from the world of film production to, helping create “democracy” in the advertising world. See how her company Hey Humming, is getting the right ads in front of the right people at the right time, and for the right price.. Why move to Tacoma? Is it the world of possibility? What made her decide to track down a relative who had been given away at birth? Find out how this story of adopted children reuniting with birth parents, and relatives came out and is it still evolving? From competitive dancer to digital marketing. How did Alexis wind up in the coffee shop, sharing with us her insights into her new post-collegiate career in advertising? The heartfelt life lesson she shares about the performing arts, and unrealistic body image.What life altering effect did this have on her?. How did this realization and course correction lead to a degree in kinesiology. What first hand wisdom can she now impart to students about dance, movement and body image. Right now small businesses need all the help we can give, and this company is certainly trying to do its part. https://heyhumming.com/ What is the difference between Life Coach and Brain Health Coach? Never heard of either one? Then tune in to this week's episode to see what exactly it is that they do. Meet Sam Buck, our next guest and explore and clarify, the job you may not have known existed, and why would you use their service. Can you “coach” people back to wellness, even with ingrained “bad” habits.To what lengths would you go, to help a client succeed? How about a 28 day, 24-7 “live in '' experience. . His philosophy of imagining your possibilities is given a whole new literal meaning.. Check out this weeks Spotify Playlist for all the songs from our guests. https://bit.ly/OlympiaCoffee Stayed tuned for new episodes of Covid Coffee Chronicles later this week! Remember if you have a question,or topic you want us to follow up on from this week, or any other episode of the CCCRS,

We take a break from the Pacific Coast Highway this week, due to Covid 19. We, like many Americans have had to change course, and are now practicing social distancing. We have developed a series of special episodes focusing on the pandemic, and its impact on small businesses, and communities in need. We are interviewing(by phone)owners, and previous guests to get the story with what is going on with them right now. Although we can no longer travel, we still get their perspective, on what this new reality looks like, in their community.  Although the topics, answers, and conversations will vary, we all have one thing in common, surviving, this pandemic and everything that goes with it. following guidelines put forth by the medical and scientific community, and looking for the light at the end of the tunnel. Our guest this week is Trevor Cobb, and the discussion is food insecurity in the time of pandemic.What can you do? If you are in the twin cities region visit Trevor's organization. https://360communities.org/ For folks throughout the US here’s what you can do. Type in the name of your town and the words food shelf in your browser and check your local food pantries, for donation opportunities. Find out Trevor's back story  by visiting our web-page and listening to the episode at Big Mamas, in Springfield, MO. No matter how much, or how little you contribute, either one time, or on a regular basis, many people who are in need will be helped. Remember to do what you can…...and we can all do something! Thank you for listening.

If You Give a Mouse a Hair Dryer Ember Goods Coffee Shop 422 Washington St SE, Olympia, WA 98501 Olympia is the state capitol of Washington, and the perfect place to visit or live if you are looking for a community with everything, maybe not right this moment with the nationwide pandemic, but travel will be back! For right now you get to take a virtual armchair journey with us continuing up the PCH. A very laid back vibe, and total acceptance of every type of individual.  this is where we found Ember Goods in downtown Olympia. Logan and Bonita,our first two guests are now married, and we at the roadshow would love to think we had something to do with this. We did not but it's a good story!  This couple, with the assistance of a dear friend and co-owner Nick Terrel, turned a tattoo parlor, with a very bad reputation into one of the most unique retail/coffee shops we found on the PCH . Photography, wood working, and retail skills combined, with a desire to fill a space with local artisans, makes your perfect next coffee stop. A very eclectic space that offers up northwoods type clothing, homemade sweaters, gifts, and personal products like local beard wax. How did these two delightful people meet? Which one was shooting a wedding, and which one was a guest when their star crossed eyes met? The rest one might say “is history”, until someone decided to move to Thailand. In the movies when the man professes his love, there is a "standard" reply and then there's a Bonita response. There may be moments in life that cements a woman’s love for her partner, Logan and mice, you will just have to listen!  Excellence in coffee, you bet! (don't leave without trying the turmeric,ginger, honey with cinnamon, clove and a shot of espresso) Trivia question. Who was the yo-yo champion of Washington two years running? And why wouldn’t the judges allow him to use his Stradivarius yo-yo? Our next guest Evan is an "extrovert without a stop button". How did she suddenly become a recluse while in college?. What did coffee have to do with it? Evan Sterbick's story will make you feel good all over. She has discovered her passion, and is now “feeding Olympia” Discover why making good food equals making good memories. She has an explanation for why teaching people how to cook good things during bad times can solve many problems. With confidence, knowledge, and love for other people, this young woman will go far, and  change many lives, Paraprofessional and English major Joe Kinder took a job he never thought he would. Not his major, what drew him to this position. He now works with special education children and you can  definitely understand why he is good at his job. He had an epiphany the first time he entered the teachers lounge and has acted on it ever since. This man’s personal experience has led him to a career that in years to come will have people saying, “if it weren’t for Joe Kinder... Check out this weeks Spotify Playlist for all the songs from our guests.  Special Thank you for the bonus musical suggestions from Evan Sterbick. https://bit.ly/EmberGoods Remember if you have a question,or topic you want us to follow up on from this week, or any other episode of the CCCRS,we are happy to try to get that done in the segment we call Free Refills. Just leave us a message at our web-page https://crosscountrycoffeeroadshow.com/ or email directly: https://crosscountrycoffeeroadshow.com/contact/ Stayed tuned for new episodes of Covid Coffee Chronicles stating later this week!. Stay well, keep your distance, wash your hands, laugh occasionally and we will all get through this together. Dan and Linda McGarry Cross Country Coffee Roadshow

NBAs, Come Back Part 2 Episode 55 Coffee Girl. 100 39th St, Astoria, OR 97103 Once again we are back in “gritty and pretty” Astoria Oregon. Discover what gritty actually means, and feast your eyes on the oldest & hippest town in Oregon. Our first guest, Betsy Wentworth, owner of Coffee Girl has the best two word answer for “how do you keep employees”. She found out just how loyal her employees were when catastrophe struck. What would you do with your business if you woke up in a hospital bed and saw relatives from around the US standing at your bedside. Coffee Girl has mouth watering pastries, and scones that attract locals every day.  And why would a friend travel a long distance just to make her scones. People may disagree about what makes a good scone, but Betsy’s answer is definitive.There were three lessons she learned while attending coffee school in Portland and says number three was the most important. What was it, and why does it make Coffee Girl so successful. As a twenty something her car broke down in Prescott Arizona, and how did that incident eventually lead her to Astoria. Monica left a position in the medical arena to become a barista,and her explanation probably won't surprise anyone.What happens to your son when you take him to a Warp concert (in utero) ? A barista at Coffee Girl, Monica explains the consequences of that action, that occurred 15 years later. If you are an avid reader Jim Keryan offers some sage advice to authors ( and for that matter anyone) who want to write or to start reading a 10 volume series, on anything! A storm with 140 mph winds blows down a power line, and you witness someone trying to pick it up.What did he do, and what happened to the good Samaritan? Ask Jim how so many eclectic characters ended up where the west runs out of room. Alyssa Ponferroda journeyed with her father, back to his home in the Philippines. How did the locals know she was “ American”, and are the driving laws there just a suggestion? How about the art of bartering, did pursed lips and chin gestures work for her?  Were her preconceived notions about the Filipino people, and her "roots" country, enforced or challenged once she got there? Although an American citizen,her culinary heritage remains strong. When a non-Filipino loves a food, (dinuguan), not knowing what it is, should she be told the main ingredients?  Or maybe keep that to yourself! Ella Bellissimo says, for her, the less like coffee something tastes the more she likes it! That doesn’t distract from her talents as a great..... barista? When her parents purchased a house whose owners had died, they discovered it was haunted. How did they know, and were they afraid? Even though her dad was OK with ghosts, Ella likes her ghosts to have a little more gusto. Did they even discuss bringing in an Exorcist? Don’t worry, the previous owners weren’t murdered...or were they? Make sure to check out this week's playlist for Coffee Girl, on Spotify, to hear musical selections from our guests. http://bit.ly/CoffeeGirl Remember if you have a question,or topic you want us to follow up on from this week, or any other episode of the CCCRS,we are happy to try to get that done in the segment we call Free Refills. Just leave us a message at are web-page https://crosscountrycoffeeroadshow.com/ or email directly: https://crosscountrycoffeeroadshow.com/contact/

NBAs, Come Back Episode 54 Coffee Girl. 100 39th St, Astoria, OR 97103 NEWS ALERT: Due to circumstances beyond everyone's control, most if not all, of the wonderful coffee shops we’ve visited both on Route 66 and the Pacific Coast Highway have been adversely affected by Covid-19.  Small independent business owners need your help! We are asking our listeners who have enjoyed the tales from our independent coffee shops, both this year and last, to email us their info, and share a story of what makes their favorite local coffee shop, the best. We would love to record you telling your story! We all have more time now since social distancing, so why not put it to good use! If you are reluctant to be on air, we will be happy to share your story anomalously,and do our best "radio voice"  to read it out for you.  So put the TV remote down, pick up your input device, and share your contact info.  contact@crosscountrycoffeeroadsow.com This is all about supporting your local shop through whatever revenue streams they have left! Let them know that we will all get through this together. Send a picture if you have one and we will share it on our social media platforms. Astoria Oregon. The incredible drive north on the PCH will lead you to historic  town of Astoria Oregon. The historic wonderland and meeting of diverse cultures, sits on the bank of the Columbia River and is home to Coffee Girl inside the iconic Pier 39. To get to Coffee Girl be prepared to drive over a 500 foot long, 100 year old wood plank bridge. Our first guest this week is Floyd Holcom, CEO at Pier 39, and everyday visitor to Coffee Girl. Floyd gave us a masters class in the history of, and culture clashes of all things Astoria. Why did he buy the 28,000 square foot Bumblebee seafood cannery, built in 1875, and on an island? The fascinating history of Bumblebee Tuna, the packers association, and the Columbia River, is just a start. He either heard first hand,or has been a part of this fascinating history. Plus he is a real life member of the NBA!  Tune in if you don't know what that means.What does Floyd have to say to new residents of Astoria when they complain about the loud sea lions, and what exactly is a pile buck?  Learn about the culture clashes that keep this historic town vibrant. Can you name the first new species of fish ever caught here? and why would you use Norwegians to taste test it? Who was the visionary that devoted his life to preserving Astoria’s culture?  Come to Pier 39 and Coffee Girl live the history, smell and feel, and welcome to the working waterfront. Who is the mysterious Coffee Girl? Not too many people know the history and story of Zetty Nemlowill. Our next guest, Dan Cokely, actually met her 18 years ago and has been coming to Coffee Girl ever since. What was her job at the fish canning factory, and how could it possibly tie into coffee? Are there any cons to becoming a new father over the age of 50? Dan shares his sweet philosophy, and how it has changed his musical and literary choices.  Dan received many broken bones as a child, is this a normal part of growing up in a family of eight? And how did this influence his career choice? . Stay well, keep your distance, wash your hands, and we will all get through this together. Dan and Linda McGarry Cross Country Coffee Roadshow Make sure to check out this week's playlist for Coffee Girl, on Spotify, to hear musical selections from our guests. http://bit.ly/CoffeeGirl Remember if you have a question,or topic you want us to follow up on from this week, or any other episode of the CCCRS,we are happy to try to get that done in the segment we call Free Refills. Just leave us a message at are web-page https://crosscountrycoffeeroadshow.com/ or email directly: https://crosscountrycoffeeroadshow.com/contact/  

LUCKY LAGER AND THE SPICY WENCH Episode 53 Pirate Coffee Company. 10 Vista St, Depoe Bay, OR 97341 While traveling north on the 101 we encountered the charming town of DePoe Bay, Oregon. The base of Pirate Coffee Company, the whale watching capital of the Oregon coast, and home to the world’s smallest navigable harbor. Here we met owners Shae Palmer and her sister Bree Boaz. There is more to this family than we would have liked to cover, but we ran out of time! These sisters give the phrase “family ties” new meaning. If you want to be a member of this clan you better have a business plan….everyone works, even Shae’s children. Mom and dad live upstairs and are “retired” but still make the bakery component of this store out of this world. Made from scratch and NO RECIPES. If you go, ask for the blueberry cinnamon coffee cake. They don’t have it? don't be surprised, Mom makes whatever the spirit moves her to make. So do not ask what the special will be tomorrow, just show up and be amazed! They roast their own beans and you can get their great coffee online. Our first guest Shae, at the tender age of 12 trained for the Olympics in water polo. At 13 she won the US Nationals. At 17 she was the first female to receive a full scholarship for water polo and became the NCAA all American. What then happened in her senior year that changed her life’s trajectory. Once you hear how Shae’s journey led her to Depoe Bay you won’t be surprised. From engineer and software developer in Silicon Valley, to coffee shop owner in Texas. See how family has influenced her decision making process. How many horses does one have to go through to get the “right one”? What one very devoted mother went through to get her daughter a horse perfect for barrel racing. Was the horse a gift? Shae should get parent of the year for teachable moments. Her children may call her a busy body, but do you know what that means? All is not what it seems. Sisters Bree,( a former Bank manager), and Amber (former chiropractor) also came back to Depoe Bay from Texas. What are their roles in the coffee business? Bree shared the secret of why Pirate Coffee Co is the most popular coffee shop in DePoe Bay, and the answer may have something to do with Switzerland! A man walked into Pirate Coffee Co, ordered his coffee, and left without paying. Today that man and Bree are married! How does that work? Did he ever pay for his coffee? Bree’s discussion about children both the 2 and 4 legged kind will leave you with a new found insight into wanting to be a parent, when sometimes things don’t work out as you planned. The answer is heartwarming, and amazing. Coming to grips with the fact that you may never have children is hard and Bree shared their very personal story. A story that may lift hearts, and give hope to people facing the same obstacle. Our next interview with 11 year old Justice will explain it all. Moving from a state with multiple options for schooling to DePoe Bay where school was one hour away (with no bus service) what were the options? And how has that worked out. Save time for helping out in the store and contributing to the coffee menu! Not only does he have a keen sense of humor, his very articulate responses to some of our questions may make you rethink traditional education. Justice explained the nuances of online homeschooling. Can he wear his pajamas to class? His 20 year projection may, or may not include taking over the coffee business, becoming a coder, or an archer on horseback. The possibilities are endless. You will thoroughly enjoy our conversation with this youngest barista, who just wants to focus on his goals. Some people may drive a “couple” of miles for a great roast. Our next guests,Judy and Eugene hold our podcast distance record. What makes Pirate Coffee so special you fill your gas take to get here? What do you do with a high school boy who “just keeps showing up at your house”? Call the police or get married!

PAWS, JAWS, ENFORCING LAWS Episode 52 River Coffee Roasters 1240 Bay St. Florence OR 97439 This week we are back in Florence Oregon at River Roasters Coffee for Part 2 of Paws Jaws Enforcing Laws. We are in one of the best small towns in Oregon, move there now and beat the rush! This week that is again on display through our guests who are making the community better through their unique contributions to a community that should be on your radar. As soon as you turn on to Bay Street, look riverside and you will see River Roasters Coffee, a historic Everrrde outdoor motor repair building, turned into one of the most inviting, rustic, coffee shops on the PCH.. You can head out to their deck or stroll down the pier and watch the river boats in action. Facing the river and across the street you will encounter dozens of shops, galleries, and farm to table restaurants. From LA to Florence Oregon, Melanie Heard talks about her journey from tap dancing at the age of two with the original choreographer of Kids of the Kingdom at Disneyland to a full scholarship with the DC Kirov Ballet, and then on to the Joffrey Ballet Training Program.Why would she give up a fifty thousand dollar a year job to take on all the risk in opening up a theater of performing arts for kids? Her answer won’t surprise you after hearing her background story, and the generous nature of this wonderful small town. Is there anything wrong with not having everything at your fingertips? For people living in small towns the answer may be as simple as a gorgeous drive along Oregon's coast to a larger town isn’t all that bad. Janet Shelton our next guest, says stepping onto Bay Street Waterfront is like being on vacation! Step out on to the back deck at River Roasters and experience the flowing river, gorgeous bridge, seal watching, all while sipping your favorite beverage. This guest knows the full story. Following a unique injury, we have never had on the podcast, her doctor told he that her “ professional athletic “ career would be over! What could she possibly have done at 50 to elicit such a response from her caregiver? And at a “work “ function...trust us the irony will not be lost! Remember the days when a bus driver may have taken you home, on a daily basis in his car! What? For Rich Litchfield, if coffee is the second best reason for coming to River Roasters, what is the first? Were it not for this orthodontist crossing his legs the wrong way in a college class, he may  have ended up married to someone else, and never found his singing voice. After retirement, how did this man end up in Vietnam teaching orthodontia to, mostly women? What lesson has he learned about the war that he wants all Americans to hear. Hint: it doesn’t involve orthodontia. Our final guest Jordan Stone. He is the owner of the Waterfront Depot Restaurant, one of the best spots to experience northwestern cuisine,that we found on our trip on the PCH. He is truly an entrepreneur with a mission. How do you go from a degree in Sports Management to culinary mastery? Tune in this week to hear his journey. Coffee, as usual on our podcast, has something to do with it. While volunteering in Nepal was he in a  five star hotel?  What can we learn when we hear his story about sleeping on a wood palette with his guest family?   A small window into the level of poverty that so many people all over the world live with everyday. What could possibly go wrong? Make sure to check out this week's playlist for Paws, Jaws, Enforcing Laws, on Spotify, to hear musical selections from our guests. http://bit.ly/RiverRoastersCoffee Remember if you have a question,or topic you want us to follow up on from this week, or any other episode of the CCCRS,we are happy to try to get that done in the segment we call Free Refills. Just leave us a message at https://crosscountrycoffeeroadshow.com/

PAWS JAWS ENFORCING LAWS Episode 51 River Coffee Roasters 1240 Bay St. Florence OR 97439 Voted by Country Living, Florence is one of the best small towns in Oregon! That was evident as soon as we drove into this town of 8,000 on the banks of the Siuslaw River. What an authentic gem, and a secret we’d like to keep to ourselves.  Unfortunately we feel,for our listeners sake, compelled to share our find with anyone who may be looking for the perfect getaway, a place to raise a family, or retire. As soon as you turn on to Bay Street, look riverside and you will see River Roasters, a historic former Evinrude outboard motor repair building. This former mechanics shop has been turned into one of the most inviting, rustic, friendly coffee shops on the PCH. Looking down the street at the Historic Old Town district seems like a movie set, complete with ornamental street lights, and benches to sit on and people, or seal watch. You can stroll even further down the peer and watch the river boats plying the waters. Facing the river across the street you will encounter dozens of shops, galleries, and farm to table restaurants. Our first guest, Kathy Stone, owner of the once Siuslaw Coffee, now River Roasters was dreading becoming an empty nester, (even before she became one). She worried about how to fill her time, and took a leap of faith when Siuslaw Coffee became available. She purchased this historic building, and with her own personal touch, the rest, as they say is history. When in her twenties, she went to Europe with her sister, and they split up. Her advice,when directed to “a friend's house” to spend the night in Belgium... wear a bodysuit. But what did she do when invited a second time to sleep in someone else's room? How about the third time, and did she learn any lessons? Ken Larson, a retired police officer gives sound advice when you are first being introduced to your newborn son. Hint:It has something to do with physiology,and marking territory.Why would his police dog bite another law enforcement officer, instead of going after the perpetrator? Noisy handcuffs and a dog with a long memory, may be in the answer. What is your new normal? Ken’s advice for people suffering from PTSD should be practiced by everyone. Learn from one who knows...and if you think our podcast is long,  listen to what his favorite podcast is in length..whew you could grow a beard in that time. As a writer and herbalist Candace Hunter is a successful podcaster, in her own right. She has a business helping people, and teaching about herbal medicine. Is oregano a medicine? Find out this week. Is there magic in what she does, and how does her philosophy coincide with the Allopathic medical community? And how does coffee  play into this?  was it ever considered to be a magical elixir. Where does science stop and magic begin ?  It depends on who you talk to, but trust us you will come away with a much better understanding of the healing power this woman holds. For more information go to The American Herbalist Guild, Practical Herbalist website, or Real Herbalism Radio. Make sure to check out this week's playlist for Paws, Jaws, Enforcing Laws, on Spotify, to hear musical selections from our guests. http://bit.ly/RiverRoastersCoffee  Remember if you have a question,or topic you want us to follow up on from this week, or any other episode of the CCCRS,we are happy to try to get that done in the segment we call Free Refills. Just leave us a message at https://crosscountrycoffeeroadshow.com/

YES IT'S A GOOD DAY Part 2 Episode 50 Bell & Whistle Coffee & The Great American Smokehouse 15661 US-101 Brookings, OR 97415 Sponsored by: Blubrry Podcasting-Launch your Podcast the Blubrry Way! https://create.blubrry.com/resources/podcast-media-hosting/ https://create.blubrry.com/resources/podcast-media-hosting/?code=blu002 We are back this week in Brookings Oregon at the Bell and whistle Coffee Shop inside the Great American SmokeHouse. We had such a great time there, and could not leave out any of our fabulous guests or their insightful interviews.  This was a real find and a must stop while on the Pacific Coast Highway. Last week we focused on the coffee half of this episode, this week its all about the food. Locally sourced, high quality foods like SmokeHouse cider chili, and whatever the catch of the day is, something delectable will be in store for you every day. Adding the Bell and Whistle Coffee put the final touch in this booming business,and entrepreneurial community. Why wouldn't you what your fellow business's to succeed? If you want "organic" this is your spot! Meet Justin Walloferns, owner of the Great American Smokehouse whose resume alone could have filled the entire episode this week. Cooking is his passion and he opened his first restaurant at the tender age of 24,chef to musical and political celebrities (think Beale Street and McCain/Obama), to executive chef for a Children's Hospital. The list goes on and on. After listening to Justin it’s easy to understand his passion, for cooking and the community. His life has not been without its trials however, and this soul barring interview will give a glimpse into a complex and amazing man. I think we only scratched the surface. How do you say goodbye to a beloved friend, or anyone who may be suffering from a terminal illness, or dementia. Justin’s answer is heartfelt, and simple, “It takes nothing out of your day to say a kind word” . A poem from Walt Whitman for our literary latte segment completes this in-depth interview. Valerie L VanCleve-Neros  who said yes to a job offer, without knowing what is was! She met Justin and said it has to fun with him in charge! How do you make a panini when you don't cook and don't like to cook. Hear about California transplants from someone who really knows. Would you move to a seaside town and then complain about the noise boats make in the harbor? Her thoughts will make you think twice before you choose the perfect community for your next move. Give her a jeep, or computer to build, and she is happy as a clam, but for the love of God, don’t ask her to do crafts! Without any mermaid experience, and not knowing how to swim, how is Valerie now the queen mermaid at the yearly Pirate Festival? Her advice,regarding doing things outside your comfort zone should make us all think twice before quitting or not even trying something that makes us sweat.  Valerie’s tenacity will leave you with a smile, and you will understand why her husband calls her a Goddess. Where does an 11 year old girl go when her parents can’t parent? how does it affect your life, and who was the one to step up and take care of her? Johnny Mathisen Marketplace Liaison has developed an interesting way to plan for the Great American SmokeHouse menu. First and foremost, find out what the catch of the day is. Trying to snag him for an interview was not easy,  since cooking was just one of his myriad of jobs. The question we had of Johnny after learning about a bet he had lost with an experienced hunter, is why oh why... and did we hear right...eyeball?. Be prepared hilarious and somewhat gross, but the kind of story you will share. Put together flames, smoke, handle-less cast iron skillet,and a few week old inedible material to begin with, and what do you have? Does the abbreviation PU ring a bell. We had trouble completing this interview... but got through it with everybody's favorite tune...My Rifle My Pony and Me! Confused ?

YES IT'S A GOOD DAY Episode 49 Bell & Whistle inside The Great American Smokehouse 15661 US-101 Brookings, OR 97415 Sponsored by: Blubrry Podcasting-Launch your Podcast the Blubrry Way! https://create.blubrry.com/resources/podcast-media-hosting/ https://create.blubrry.com/resources/podcast-media-hosting/?code=blu002 In the midst of the majestic redwoods on highway 101 we landed in Brookings, Oregon, a must see destination, during your travels on the Pacific Coast Highway. Don’t let the size of this community fool you., we have never encountered a more inclusive entrepreneurial spirit. The wonderful people of this town really rolled out the hospitality bandwagon for CCCRS. When you stop in to the Great American SmokeHouse, and either of the two Bell & Whistle Coffee Shops, tell them the Cross Country Coffee Roadshow sent you! Crissy Cooper went from community theater in second grade to New York  and Broadway. No time for mundane activities when you have things you want to accomplish in this life! This independent contractor is a tour de force. Her sights are always set on her next goal...lights.camera action. Brookings Oregon could not have a more entertaining, or effective cheerleader!. After traveling the world, Australia, the Caribbean, Hawaii, Mexico, as an entertainer she came back to the "best place in the world" Brookings...yes we heard it more than once.  How and why do you go from management training program, to become a Hooters girl? How did that work out?  Her tried and true advice for becoming successful is something we all have inside us, but how do we make it happen? Adventure; does it always mean thrill seeking?  Well this dynamo’s theory makes perfect sense. How do you handle a bad review? Crissy’s idea makes perfect sense. Gut reactions not usually the best choice. You may not agree with her alternative but her logic makes perfect sense. The Beatles told us how to do it years ago "all we need is__" . The hazards of moving from the desert back to Oregon with your mom, dog, and cat in tow. What could possibly go wrong? Does turning up the radio eliminate foul odors? And how do you untangle your mom from barbed wire fence while she is wrangling your cat? Just how, and why did Corrie Taylor go 22 years as a barista and not drink coffee until just a short time ago? Her answer, kind of makes sense. A question to ponder as you prepare to go out and get your next cup of coffee. Are drive through customers more pleasant than those who exit their vehicles to purchase their morning elixir? For either of these types, Corrie has the answer. Does it make a difference it the barista is serving you through a sliding window or if are still in your pajamas?  With an online start up and seven hours between them this long distance relationship withstood more than a few obstacles. How did her new boyfriend react one night when she followed the wrong man home? And what role did his mother play in this relationship? Opening another Bell & Whistle Coffee House inside the Great American Smokehouse? What kind of an idea is that? Misty Crawford, owner, explained in painful detail why she chose to move to Brookings, and how her two Bell and Whistle Coffee stores came to be. There is help for people with PTSD. Misty’s story is compelling and one that, unfortunately all too many people can relate to. If you can’t seem to find your way out of the darkness, her story may brighten your day. Stay tuned for Bell and Whistle Coffee and The Great American SmokeHouse, Part 2 "It's a Good Day" next week with more fabulous guests. Make sure to check out this week's playlist for  Yes It's a Good Day on Spotify, to hear musical selections from our guests at Bell and Whistle Coffee and Great American SmokeHouse, on Spotify. http://bit.ly/BellandWhistleGreatAmericanSmokehouse Remember if you have a question,or topic you want us to follow up on from this week, or any other episode of the CCCRS,

COFFEE and CHOCOLATE PAIRING Episode 48 Valentine's Day Special Madison, Wisconsin Sponsored by: Blubrry Podcasting-Launch your Podcast the Blubrry Way! https://create.blubrry.com/resources/podcast-media-hosting/ Following our episode at Old Town Coffee and Chocolates and in celebration of the upcoming Valentines Day, we decided to do a live coffee and chocolate pairing right in our own backyard. Madison, Wisconsin. Madison is the capital of Wisconsin, the 2nd largest city after Milwaukee, and home to Gail Ambrosius Chocolatier,arguably the midwest's best ”single origin” chocolate. What better place to select our chocolate!. Have you ever given thought as to why chocolate and coffee taste so good together? It all boils down to individual preferences and those wonderful little things lining our tongue called taste buds. Like fingerprints no two are identical, so whatever you like there is no wrong answer. With this in mind coffee enthusiast Sandy Thomas, and I embarked on a java and chocolate pairing of our own. We started with one of our favourite Italian coffees available nationwide Lavazza in a Medium roast and Espresso. No preconceptions, we each came to our own conclusions following seven mouth watering delicacies purchased at Gail Ambrosius Chocolatier of Madison. With varying degrees of cacao, with coffee plain and with creamer, different opinions were proclaimed, debated and savoured. Tune in to find out the conclusions, in this special Valentines Day edition of the Cross Country Coffee Roadshow, chocolate and coffee pairing. A thank you again to Gail Ambrosius Chocolatier for helping us select a wide and unusual variety of chocolates. Guaranteed your results will vary. Order now, get your favourite coffee and off you go! https://gailambrosius.com/ If you would like additional information on how to conduct your own pairing, we have included two websites for you to explore and then complete your own Valentines day nonscientific test! https://guide.michelin.com/en/article/dining-out/chocolate-and-coffee https://blog.equalexchange.coop/the-art-and-science-of-chocolate-coffee-pairing/ Treat your honey to a chocolate and coffee pairing, and have a Happy Valentines Day! Make sure to check out this week's playlist for our guest favorite love songs on Spotify. http://bit.ly/CoffeeChocolatePairing Remember if you have a question,or topic you want us to follow up on from this week, or any other episode of the CCCRS,we are happy to try to get that done in the segment we call Free Refills. Just leave us a message at https://crosscountrycoffeeroadshow.com/

HIGH TIMES IN EUREKA Episode 47 Part 2 Old Town Coffee & Chocolates 211 F Street Eureka, CA Sponsored by: Blubrry Podcasting-Launch your Podcast the Blubrry Way! https://create.blubrry.com/resources/podcast-media-hosting/ Who knew that week old coffee grounds with egg shells mixed in wasn’t “third wave coffee”? Terry Supahan, a Karuk Native American Indian had the best of both worlds for 30 years. What “magic” happens when an adult role model brings a young person into their world,and does the practice of passing down traditions even exist anymore in the busy world we live in today? Listening to his story will take you back to a time when the world seemed much smaller, and safer. Crackling distant AM radio created lasting memories for Terry, and will have you yearning to take a step back in time. This very spiritual man is self described as “multi faith”, yet has no proclaimed religion,how does that happen? He has what’s best described as a Zen-like persona, take some time, prepare and savor this interview. You won't define a rich life the same way again. From Folgers to coffee roaster, barista Ray Jones says “I'm not a coffee snob yet, but I have the potential” His question is “What kind of coffee enhances cavities, and diabetes?” Answer. It comes from the Navy where cream and sugar are essential survival tools. How do you get your local gas station to serve better coffee? This is a great story that elevates Folgers to a whole next level. With humor and honesty a great interview on how you go from a novice coffee drinker to praise from the Italians on his roasting skills. As an outdoorsman his love for nature is passed on to his kids. The advice Ray gives to his children is spot on, and heartwarming. You may be surprised by the unintended consequences of legalized marijuana, and how it destabilized the area. This is worth a serious discussion in some parts of the country. Lindsey Nash, a five year veteran barista has some interesting insights into the world of coffee. A bartender before becoming a barista, her thoughts on serving customers will make you smile. Caffeinated, or intoxicated. That is the question. Knowing the value of your product (in this case coffee) is much different than knowing how to market it. Great story about a love and knowledge of coffee, with no head for business. She learned this painful lesson first hand while employed at her previous job. Product knowledge and promotion along with business skills, it is hard to succeed without both! She is taking that advice and applying it to her new burgeoning business. From a pair of earrings to jewelry maker, she lets nothing stand in her way. Visit her store here https://www.etsy.com/shop/AlchemyGemsDesigns In addition to her expert skills behind the espresso machine, and advanced jewelry creations, you will thoroughly enjoy her heartwarming family story. Go to a place where we have all been as parents, when we’re hit square between the eyes with a question we weren’t expecting. No not the sex talk, the other one. Be prepared to tear up and learn. You will be glad you listened to his honest life tale, that truly makes our podcast unique(if we do say so ourselves) and the second epiphany will make you laugh. Mike Anderson, barista, musician, and open mic host has words of wisdom that will have you nodding your head in agreement, and applauding what you may wish would happen to some karaoke divas. As an experienced open mic host and musician, the pleasure of seeing people improve is a blessing to him, no matter what the level of expertise..of their craft. Many people have graced his open mic stage and one he says to watch out for is Josephine Johnson, now making waves in Nashville. https://www.josephinejohnsonsings.com Make sure to check out this week's playlist for High Times in Eureka, on Spotify, to hear musical selections from our guests. http://bit.ly/CCCRS Remember if you have a question,

HIGH TIMES IN EUREKA Episode 46 Part 1 Old Town Coffee & Chocolates 211 F Street Eureka, CA Sponsored by: Blubrry Podcasting-Launch your Podcast the Blubrry Way https://create.blubrry.com/resources/podcast-media-hosting/?code=blu002 When Sydney talks of her experience as an afterthought, what follows will leave you with jaws dropped. As a young woman who was trying to decide what to do with her life she did the unbelievable, after watching a travel video. How does one prepare for a 5,000 mile hike through the desert and over snow covered mountains? Her training technique will leave most people scratching their heads. What’s a solo female hiker to do when waiting out the snow melt in the high Sierras? To press on, or stay put. That was the question. Harrowing tale, as she approached a 1,000 foot ice wall, and then the black storm clouds rolled in. This is a story you won’t want to miss. Gail Mentink and Cathy Kunkler, owners of Old Town Coffee and Chocolates both began their coffee drinking habits at a young age. Little did they know that years later their paths would cross again,and for similar reasons they opened this now famous "hub of old town" coffee shop. How did a male dominated society, give them the push they needed to venture into the coffee roasting business, and how much of a gamble was it? Can you stack the odds in your favor? For one, struggling with shared custody the store had unintended consequences. For her partner was it a parallel universe, or a continuation of life from a WWll mother? What she discovered in old letters to her mother surprised and perhaps inspired her into the coffee business. Brian Beneventi wrote his first novel at the age of four, was he precocious...gifted...and who helped him at this age? Talk about early ideas for a career. After graduating from the University of Oregon but not before writing his 1st (2nd) novel, he settled down in Eureka where,when he has the cash, he pursues the tried and true style of writing in a coffee shop. As an author Brian discusses the pros and cons of his craft, which many writers may dispute or agree with. Does this profession automatically make you a loner? His first novel, self published, was finished at 22. Running Out of Time is a story about a 17 year old fatherless runner. His second book, called Four and Twenty Blackbirds, will be out soon! Screenplay in the making. Hollywood and T.J. Thyne ”Are you listening?” Make sure to check out this week's playlist for High Times in Eureka, on Spotify, to hear musical selections from our guests. http://bit.ly/CCCRS Remember if you have a question,or topic you want us to follow up on from this week, or any other episode of the CCCRS,we are happy to try to get that done in the segment we call Free Refills. Just leave us a message at https://crosscountrycoffeeroadshow.com/

HighNote Coffee 1252 Memorex Drive, Santa Clara, CA 95050. http://highnotecoffee.com/ This week we are in Santa Clara California. In Silicon Valley, no idea is too off the wall, so what was HighNote Coffee Roasters Indiana Jones approach to finding the best brew and roast... how about using a computer and an iPad that controls the roasting machine! A gas-less, vent-less roaster? What about the environmental impact and the chaff? What, oh my, will the purists say about “digital” coffee roasting!!! Owner Oscar Nunez is the owner and founder of HighNote Coffee in Santa Clara California and is our solo guest on Part 3 in our episode on Silicon Valley Coffee. How did you get that name? A musician, a biker, and how do you want to start your day ...on a high note! A play on words with a great origin story to tell. How do you go from being an environmental scientist traveling the world, to roasting beans on one of the most high tech devices we have ever seen. Would you give up a high level corporate job to start a career in coffee? Cheerleaders,coffee shops and sunglasses play a big role in this move! Honduras holds a special place in Oscar’s heart,how did somewhat of a social experiment turn into a thriving business? Sustainability and profit margin Nescafe to quality drinks we have you covered with all the background on this wonderful coffee growing country. Water, milk ,cream, sugar, what difference does it all make and should we wait to judge you? How far have individual coffee packets come? find out how you can have convenience,quality nitro-infused coffee and be environmentally friendly, this week at HighNote Coffee in Santa Clara, California. Join us this week for the final episode, of Silicon Valley Coffee! Make sure to check out this week's playlist for HighNote, on Spotify,to hear musical selections from our guests. http://bit.ly/CCCRS Remember if you have a question,or topic you want us to follow up on from this weeks, or any other episode of the CCCRS,we are happy to try to get that done, in the segment we call Free Refills. Just leave us a message at https://crosscountrycoffeeroadshow.com/

SILICON VALLEY COFFEE Episode 44, Part 2 Coupa Cafe 538 Ramona St Palo Alto, CA 94301 This week we are again in Palo Alto California at Coupa Cafe. From a group chat saying “Who wants coffee” to marriage. How did Jean Paul, Co owner of Coupa Cafe, meet his Bolivian wife, and how did coffee become the matchmaker?  With a degree in Economics from Stanford, how do you end up becoming co-owner and IT wizard of the Coupa Cafe?  Jean Paul, who has worked at Coupa Cafe since the age of 18 will explain all in this deep dive interview in Palo Alto California. What does it take to be a successful DJ when your DJ knowledge is zero? Being a computer expert helps!  A great story, on how being hoodwinked early in life can help you reach your goals. Who are the “regulars” and why does he love them so much? Why do venture capitalists, and all the heavyweights form the tech industry love to come to Coupa? Is there more than one type of angel? Learn why he loves his Venezuela, (the country in which he was raised), his sadness at the state of the country, and why they still run a coffee shop there. Although he loves dark roast, Jean Paul explains the economics of dark versus light roast. Is it a way to make " less" profit...coffee?  All I'm saying is "shrinkage Jerry shrinkage"! In this weeks segment on free refills, we asked Nancy Coupal owner of Coupa Cafe to respond to some questions about getting coffee, from a country in chaos, inflation and how it is all affecting the people of Venezuela. A fascinating conversation about a country in dire straits. This week in coffee facts, the question was about caffeine, and how it is, or is not related to the roasting process. Misconceptions and facts,revealed.  What exactly is a one, or two pop roast, and what determines the "burnt" taste profile common in brand? Make sure to check out this week's playlist for Silicon Valley Coffee Part 2, on Spotify,to hear musical selections from our guests. http://bit.ly/CCCRS Remember if you have a question,or topic you want us to follow up on from this weeks, or any other episode of the CCCRS,we are happy to try to get that done in the segment we call Free Refills. Just leave us a message at https://crosscountrycoffeeroadshow.com/  

SILICON VALLEY COFFEE Episode 43, Part 1 Coupa Cafe 538 Ramona St Palo Alto, CA 94301 From the United States, to Venezuela, and back to the United States again. With a degree in public health, how did Nancy Coupal start one of the most successful coffee franchises in Silicon Valley? 10 and growing what is it about their coffee that makes die-hard fans? When she asked a friend for business advice, she said, “Just do in Palo Alto what you did in Caracas” How did that work out? World citizen, is how she describes herself. How does she incorporate that, and her Venezuelan history into her coffee business? This woman began her career at Coupa at the age of 18, she is now 33 and still there! What made her stay? Evolving roles and rising to the challenge.  Her love of coffee started early... her parents,at a young age, gave her coffee and bread before bed? After spending time with her ill father in Mexico she learned a very important lesson, one that should apply to all of us. What could you possibly talk about over the phone, three times a day to a person who you seldom talked to before? As a lover of world travel what makes her want to start her next sojourn? Not what you think ...she could start a travel blog based on just this one quest. Javi goes for the best, just like Coupa! Stay tuned for the next episode, in the 3 part series of Silicon Valley Coffee! Make sure to check out this week's playlist for Coupa Cafe, on Spotify,to hear musical selections from our guests. http://bit.ly/CCCRS Remember if you have a question,or topic you want us to follow up on from this weeks, or any other episode of the CCCRS,we are happy to try to get that done, in the segment we call Free Refills. Just leave us a message at https://crosscountrycoffeeroadshow.com/

COMMUNITY SPACE Episode 42 Ascendo Coffee 974 Monterey St San Luis Obispo, California 93401 Different rules for educational standards prohibit many good teachers from working in their chosen profession. How did this lead a Special Education teacher into the field of baking? Is science an integral part of baking? Could there be a correlation? A very devoted teacher from Tucson, discovered a vast difference in philosophy upon arrival in SLO. Once a teacher, always a teacher? What elective would Ramona like to see added to the school curriculum, and could she teach it?  Not only are the four Ps her mantra, why does she think they are necessary for mastery of any skill.  As a 16 year old dedicated saxophone player, and new to Olympia Washington,find out what happened when she auditioned for the local jazz band Front and Center. Owner Jonathan Stauf began his career in coffee quite by accident.  It’s one thing to be an accomplished roaster, but is just “making coffee” good enough? What exactly does Ascendo mean, and who named this wonderful coffee shop? The answer involves the best of "group-think". Now how did a PID controlled heater fan and a Popcorn maker figure in to the successful coffee shop and roasting business he now runs. He does not run Ascendo alone, how did he convince his partner to give up the fishing industry and  move from Alaska, to California. The first thing employees are taught is not about coffee. What is it? Hint,one third of the coffee shop is dedicated to this. Customers thank Johnathan for creating this space every day. Meet Blake. This intriguing,   recent high school graduate sang her way into our hearts. We discovered that not every person, needs to be connected to their electronics. Find out why this delightful young woman prefers to use the space, in an area designed for “communication”.  Next stop college. Find out what it takes to go into animation. Does she have what it takes? We think so. This week in Coffee Facts...just what is a PID and how does it relate to coffee? Make sure to check out this week's playlist for Community Space, on Spotify,to hear the musical selections from our guests. http://bit.ly/CCCRS Remember if you have a question,or topic you want us to follow up on from this weeks, or any other episode of the CCCRS,we are happy to try to get that done in the segment we call Free Refills. Just leave us a message at /https://crosscountrycoffeeroadshow.com/