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TakeawaysSpecialty coffee is a highly differentiated product.Consumer preferences significantly influence coffee marketing strategies.Words like 'rich' and 'smooth' resonate with coffee drinkers.Flavor notes serve a practical purpose in the coffee buying process.The NCA survey provides valuable insights into consumer behavior.Coffee drinkers may not align with industry-specific flavor descriptors.A balance of vague and specific terms can attract a wider audience.Sweet notes should be prioritized in flavor descriptions.Understanding consumer perspectives is crucial for effective marketing.Coffee tasting language should evolve to meet consumer needs.The Written Blog   Part of The Covoya Coffee Podcasting Network TAKE OUR LISTENER SURVEY Visit and Explore Covoya!

Adam, Joanna, and Zach discuss something that Adam raised during his recent session at the Unified Wine & Grape Symposium: can you really bring customers into wine (or other beverage categories) by connecting their existing flavor preferences with similar flavors in your product or category? Can you really explain the popularity of most of the most successful wines by connecting them to other popular beverages? Please remember to subscribe to, rate, and review The VinePair Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your episodes, and send any questions, comments, critiques, or suggestions to podcast@vinepair.com. Thanks for listening, and cheers!Zach is drinking: 50/50 MartiniJoanna is drinking: Patagonian Sour at Love's AlibiAdam is drinking: GattinaraInstagram: @adamteeter, @jcsciarrino, @zgeballe, @vinepair Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send us a message, so we know what you're thinking!In Season 5 (2025), we talked about how double albums came about, and talked about some of the best double albums of the 70's.  This episode, we look at some of the best double albums of the 80's.  Our Album You Must Listen to Before You Die is “Out of the Blue”, by ELO. It WAS a huge hit in the 80's. But was it any good? Hmmm.  In “Knockin' on Heaven's Door”, we pay tribute to Rob Hirst (Midnight Oil), Ted Egan (a legend of the Northern Territory), and Bob Weir (Grateful Dead) among others.  A big episode! References: Ultimate Classic Rock, Rob Hirst, Midnight Oil, Ghostwriters, Ted Egan, Drinkers of the Northern Territory, Bob Taylor, Dragon, Chris Rea, Bob Weir, Zen Arcade, Husker Du, Layla, Derek & The Dominos, Clapton, The Rolling Stones, Exile on Main Street, Pink Floyd, The Wall, Prince, 1999, Little Red Corvette, Delirious, Sign "O" the Times, U2, Rattle and Hum, The Joshua Tree, Bono's “Messiah” complex, Husker Du, Zen Arcade, Talking Heads, The Name of This Band Is Talking Heads, The Cure, Kiss Me, Kiss Me, Kiss Me,  Just Like Heaven, Why Can't I be You, Iron Maiden, Live After Death, Eddie, Bruce Springsteen, The River, Cadillac Ranch, Hungry Heart, The River, English Settlement, XTC, No Thugs in our House, Senses Working Overtime PlaylistMusic Lollypop

In this special Mezcal Rocks episode, we step outside the whiskey world and challenge some long-held assumptions as we dive into mezcal with Desolas Mezcal. Joined by Sammy Halpern, former Blue Run Spirits executive and co-founder of Desolas, we break down what whiskey drinkers often get wrong about mezcal, why smoke doesn't have to dominate the conversation, and how Desolas is approaching the category with intention, balance, and respect for tradition.If you've ever been mezcal-curious but unsure where to start, this episode is your entry point. It's an honest, educational conversation designed to meet whiskey lovers where they are, while opening the door to something new.Learn more about Desolas Mezcal at www.desolasmezcal.com, and make sure to listen through the episode to hear an exclusive code for 15% off any order.Follow along with us at @thewhiskeyrockspodcast on YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok, and don't forget to subscribe to Whiskey Rocks anywhere you listen to podcasts so you never miss an episode.

 Our complicated relationship with alcohol goes far beyond Dry January. Dr. Charles Knowles is professor of surgery at Queen Mary University of London, chief academic officer at the Cleveland Clinic London and a consultant colorectal surgeon. He joins host Krys Boyd to discuss his own problem drinking and the steps he took to finally stop, what science says about addiction, and how we can reset our own relationships with alcohol. His book is “Why We Drink Too Much: The Impact of Alcohol on Our Bodies and Culture.”   Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

As many of us gear up for a fun night with a few drinks on New Year’s Eve, you better show up with a date if you want to go to a particular pub in the UK. You are not allowed into the pub after 9pm if you are solo. When the pub owner showed the sign he placed on the front door explaining the policy, it sparked debate around the world. Is it discrimination against singles, or is it protection of patrons?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As many of us gear up for a fun night with a few drinks on New Year’s Eve, you better show up with a date if you want to go to a particular pub in the UK. You are not allowed into the pub after 9pm if you are solo. When the pub owner showed the sign he placed on the front door explaining the policy, it sparked debate around the world. Is it discrimination against singles, or is it protection of patrons?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As many of us gear up for a fun night with a few drinks on New Year’s Eve, you better show up with a date if you want to go to a particular pub in the UK. You are not allowed into the pub after 9pm if you are solo. When the pub owner showed the sign he placed on the front door explaining the policy, it sparked debate around the world. Is it discrimination against singles, or is it protection of patrons?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As many of us gear up for a fun night with a few drinks on New Year’s Eve, you better show up with a date if you want to go to a particular pub in the UK. You are not allowed into the pub after 9pm if you are solo. When the pub owner showed the sign he placed on the front door explaining the policy, it sparked debate around the world. Is it discrimination against singles, or is it protection of patrons?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is one in a series about possible futures, published in Booch News over the coming weeks. Episode 10 appeared last week. New episodes drop every Friday. Overview In this episode, we examine the years after kombucha and fermented foods emerged into the mainstream, exploring how ordinary people experienced the transition to a fermented future. This did not happen without a backlash. Opposition to the Fermentation Reformation came from multiple sources: corporate interests protecting market share, religious communities navigating theological questions, workers facing economic displacement, and cultural conservatives wedded to familiar traditions. These culture wars revealed how commercial interests manipulate public opinion through manufactured controversy. Ultimately, the conflicts produced stronger frameworks by forcing fermentation advocates to address legitimate concerns while exposing cynical manipulation. The Corporate Disinformation Campaign: Following the Tobacco Playbook The “Pure Liquid Coalition” (PLC) emerged in 2047 as an apparently grassroots movement defending “traditional American beverages” against kombucha. Behind the patriotic rhetoric lay sophisticated corporate funding that traced directly to the tobacco industry’s playbook of manufactured doubt and astroturf activism. Internal documents leaked by whistleblower Jennifer Martinez, a former Mega-Cola strategic communications director, revealed the coalition’s true origins. The American Beverage Association had allocated $2.3 billion to create “citizen opposition” to fermentation, following tactics perfected during decades of fighting sugar taxation and nutrition labeling. The leaked “Operation Sterile Shield” documents showed how corporations manufactured controversy around living beverages using strategies tobacco companies had employed to deny cancer links. The Historical Playbook: Tobacco to Sugar to Anti-Fermentation Dr. Clara Oreskes, daughter of the famous science historian, documented the direct lineage of corporate disinformation campaigns in her landmark study, Merchants of Doubt: The Fermentation Edition. The same PR firms and lobbyists who had denied climate change and defended cigarettes shifted focus to attacking beneficial bacteria. The template was brutally effective: fund biased research, create scientific controversy where none existed, establish front groups with patriotic names, exploit religious messaging, and deploy emotional appeals about tradition and freedom. Hill+Knowlton Strategies, the firm that helped tobacco companies conceal evidence of lung cancer, orchestrated the anti-kombucha campaign through organizations such as “Americans for Beverage Safety” and “Families Against Fermentation.” These groups received millions in corporate funding while claiming to represent concerned parents. The playbook was familiar: fund sympathetic academics, support existing opposition voices, create research institutes with neutral-sounding names, and amplify concerns through media partnerships. They approached Pastor Billy Bob Hunt, head of the Southern Protestant Association. “We’d like to support your ministry’s community health initiatives with a $50,000 grant. No strings attached, though we’re naturally pleased that you share our concerns about fermentation safety.” Hunt was tempted—$50,000 could fund youth programs, building repairs, and community outreach. But he asked: “What do you want in return?” “Nothing explicit,” the strategist said carefully. “Though if you happen to speak publicly about fermentation concerns, we’d help amplify your message.” Hunt declined. He had theological concerns, but wouldn’t serve as a paid spokesperson. Other religious leaders accepted—some knowingly, others genuinely believing the corporate interests aligned with their spiritual mission. The Propaganda Streams: Exploiting Cultural Divisions The PLC deployed multiple messaging campaigns targeting different demographics: Religious Exploitation Evangelical networks received slick marketing materials arguing that fermentation represented a corruption of purity. Some religious leaders, funded through undisclosed corporate donations, preached against living beverages using theological language that resonated with communities already suspicious of scientific change. Do not work for food that spoils, but for food that endures to eternal life, which the Son of Man will give you. — John 6:27 The strategy exploited genuine religious concerns about bodily purity while hiding commercial motivations. “Charitable donations” to religious organizations obscured corporate interests behind spiritual messaging. At the Murfreesboro headquarters of the Southern Protestant Convention, Pastor Hunt preached on fermentation from a genuine theological concern. His understanding: God created foods in pure forms. Intentional bacterial cultivation felt like corrupting divine creation. He wasn’t paid by corporations—he genuinely believed fermentation might be spiritually problematic. “I’m not saying it’s definitely sinful,” he told his congregation. “I’m saying we should be cautious about deliberately cultivating decay. Our bodies are temples. Should temples contain intentional corruption?” Do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit, who is in you… — 1 Corinthians 6:19 The congregation debated fermentation theologically. No corporate funding was involved—this was genuine religious discourse. “God created foods pure,” one elder argued. “Fermentation is intentional decay. Is that honoring creation?” A younger member countered: “Fermentation is a biological process God designed. Yeast is in the air. Bacteria exist naturally. We’re working with creation, not against it.” Hunt studied Scripture, historical practices, and theological tradition. He concluded: “Fermentation itself isn’t sinful—wine, bread, and cheese are biblical. But we should be cautious, practice discernment, and prioritize safety. Anyone claiming fermented drinks produce spiritual enlightenment is confusing biology with grace.” His congregants responded to this message because it resonated with their existing beliefs about purity, tradition, and caution toward cultural change. Scientific Misinformation Corporate-funded “research” institutes produced studies claiming kombucha caused various health problems. The “American Institute for Beverage Research,” funded by Mega-Cola and BigSoda, published papers in predatory journals linking fermented drinks to inflammatory conditions, despite evidence showing opposite effects. These fraudulent studies were amplified through sympathetic media outlets and social media networks, exploiting journalism’s tendency toward “balanced coverage” by creating false equivalencies between legitimate science and corporate-funded pseudoresearch. Cultural and Patriotic Appeals The PLC framed kombucha as a “foreign invasion” threatening beverage heritage. Media campaigns claimed “un-American cultures” were displacing jobs from “traditional bottling plants,” exploiting economic anxiety while ignoring that fermentation created different employment opportunities. The Detroit Mega-Cola bottling plant announced closure—not because of corporate malice, but because demand for industrial beverages was declining while fermentation cooperatives grew. This was economic displacement from technological and cultural change. Eliza Repton had worked the same production line for 22 years. Fermentation cooperatives didn’t need industrial bottling plants. Most distributed locally, in kegs and growlers, not plastic bottles. Her job, along with 300 others at the facility, was at risk. Eliza addressed her coworkers: “They say this is progress—democratic food production, healthier beverages, community empowerment. That’s great for elites with education, time, and resources to participate in cooperatives. What about us? We have families to support. We’re not opposed to fermentation because we’re ignorant or because we’re being paid. We’re opposed because it’s eliminating our livelihoods.” This was legitimate economic anxiety. Her opposition to fermentation wasn’t manufactured—it was economic survival. She resented becoming collateral damage in someone else’s transformation. While fermentation cooperatives created jobs, they were different jobs requiring different skills in different locations. Manufacturing workers couldn’t easily transition to artisanal production. Fermentation advocates met displaced workers at the plant gates with good intentions: “We’ll teach you to brew! You can start cooperatives!” Eliza was skeptical: “I’ve run production lines for years. I’m good at it. I don’t want to start over learning fermentation, managing small businesses, dealing with customers. I want my job. That’s not unreasonable.” The economic reality was harsh: the plant was closing. Workers faced difficult choices: accept retraining (difficult, uncertain), relocate (expensive, disruptive), find different work (limited opportunities), or fight closures (ultimately futile). A transition program was put in place that offered: Fermentation training for interested workers Business development support for cooperative formation Wage support during transition Job placement services for alternative employment Some workers, including Eliza, eventually participated. The training was more challenging than she expected—running a fermentation cooperative required business skills, customer service, quality control, and technical knowledge they didn’t possess. Some succeeded, some struggled, some failed. Safety Messaging Despite kombucha’s long safety record, corporate messaging emphasized rare contamination incidents while overlooking documented health problems from processed beverages. Campaigns deliberately confused consumers about the differences between harmful pathogens and beneficial probiotics. The Corporate War Room: Manufacturing Opposition Jennifer Martinez’s leaked documents revealed sophisticated coordination behind what appeared to be spontaneous opposition. Weekly strategy calls included representatives from beverage corporations, lobbying firms, and political organizations. Documents showed detailed psychological profiling and micro-targeted campaigns designed to exploit specific cultural anxieties. The operation’s centerpiece was the “Clean Beverage Protection Act,” legislation drafted by corporate lawyers but introduced by Senator Armando Cruz as a response to supposed “grassroots demand.” The bill would have banned “unpasteurized biological beverages” from schools and hospitals while providing tax subsidies for “traditional soft drinks.” The Academic Front: Manufacturing Controversy Following tobacco industry tactics, corporations funded academic research designed to create doubt about fermentation benefits. The “Center for the Study of Chronic Metabolic and Rare Diseases” at George Mason University received $47 million to produce studies questioning kombucha safety while never examining sweetened beverages. The Counterattack: Exposing Corporate Manipulation The fermentation community’s response gained traction when Luna Reyes, the teenage yeast liberator from Episode 8, leaked additional documents revealing industry manipulation. Her release of internal Mega-Cola emails planning to “destroy the fermentation movement through manufactured religious opposition” triggered a backlash against corporate interference. Luna had been tracking anti-fermentation messaging, noticing patterns. Some opposition seemed authentic—religious concerns, economic anxiety, safety worries. But other opposition seemed coordinated: similar language across multiple sources, suspiciously well-funded campaigns, and “grassroots” groups with no apparent local membership. She hacked corporate servers (legally questionable, morally complex) and found: Mega-Cola funding research institutes to produce anti-fermentation studies PR firms creating astroturf organizations Payments to some (not all) religious leaders for anti-fermentation messaging Social media bot networks amplifying contamination incidents Coordination between tobacco industry veterans and beverage companies She also found Jennifer Martinez’s internal memos expressing discomfort with these tactics, suggesting more ethical competitive approaches, and warning that such deception was risky. Luna released the documents publicly. The revelation was damaging but nuanced. What the documents showed: Some opposition was corporate-funded manipulation Some religious leaders accepted money (knowingly or unknowingly) Research institutes with neutral names were industry fronts Contamination incidents were exploited beyond their significance What the documents didn’t show: All opposition was manufactured (plenty of authentic concerns existed) Religious communities being universally duped (many developed independent theological positions) Workers being paid to oppose (economic anxiety was real) Regulators being corrupted (food safety concerns were legitimate) The leak sparked anger about corporate manipulation, but did not eliminate legitimate concerns about fermentation safety, economic displacement, or cultural change. Interviewed on WNYC’s Science Friday radio program, Jennifer Martinez, having resigned from Mega-Cola and free to speak publically, admitted her role. “I participated in this campaign. I convinced myself we were just competing aggressively. But reading my own memos now, I see how we crossed ethical lines—funding fake research, creating fake grassroots groups, exploiting tragedy for market advantage. I can’t defend that.” The host, Ira Flatow, asked, “So, Luna, was some religious opposition corporate-funded?” Luna replied: “Some religious leaders accepted corporate funding. Some developed anti-fermentation positions independently. Some were paid but did not disclose it. Some refused corporate money entirely. Religious communities aren’t monolithic—people make different choices.” Flatow brought Pastor Hunt into the conversation. “I was approached with funding. I declined. But I understand why some accepted—ministries need resources. The problem isn’t religious leaders having concerns about fermentation. The problem is corporations hiding behind religious messaging while claiming it’s grassroots.” Flatow concluded the show by citing Dr. Lila Chen’s cognitive research, which provided measurable evidence contradicting industry claims. When corporate-funded scientists claimed fermentation caused cognitive problems, Chen’s peer-reviewed research offered decisive refutation. The Tobacco Parallel Exposed The turning point came when congressional hearings revealed direct payments from beverage and tobacco companies to anti-fermentation groups. The same legal teams that had denied cigarette health risks were discovered coaching religious leaders on anti-bacteria messaging. Senator Atticus Tyaguih held congressional hearings that uncovered $2.3 billion in corporate spending on anti-fermentation campaigns. Some funding was disclosed (lobbying, advertising); some was hidden (astroturf groups, research institutes, undisclosed payments to religious leaders). The hearings produced accountability: Fines were imposed for undisclosed lobbying Criminal charges for fraud (fake research, undisclosed payments) New disclosure requirements for industry-funded research Regulations on astroturf organizations But the hearings also revealed the limitations of focusing solely on corporate malfeasance. They questioned a religious leader who had accepted funding. Senator Tyaguih asked the minister, “You accepted $50,000 from Mega-Cola and preached against fermentation. Isn’t that corruption?” The minister replied, “The donation supported our youth programs. I disclosed it to my congregation. My theological concerns about fermentation were genuine—the money didn’t create those concerns. Was I naive about how the donation would be perceived? Yes. Do I regret accepting it? Yes. But my faith community’s concerns about rapid cultural change are real, not manufactured.” A workers’ representative testified: “We opposed fermentation because it threatens our jobs. No corporation paid us. Our union received no funding from the beverage industry. Economic anxiety is real. Dismissing all opposition as corporate conspiracy ignores legitimate workers harmed by economic transitions.” Senator Tyaguih brought Luna Reyes to the stand. He asked, “We’ve found corporate manipulation. But we’ve also found authentic concerns that exist independently. How do we distinguish between cynical opposition and legitimate concerns?” Luna responded: “Ask who benefits. Ask whether concerns exist independently of funding. Ask whether opposition changes when funding is removed. Pastor Hunt’s concerns persisted after he declined funding—that suggests authenticity. Groups that dissolve when funding ends were astroturf.” The Senator concluded: “This committee finds that not all opposition is corporate conspiracy. Some folks have legitimate concerns. Some prefer familiar foods and drinks. Some face real economic hardship from the change. Dismissing all opposition as paid shills alienates potential allies who have authentic concerns worth addressing.” Cultural Reckoning: Manufactured Division Exposed The corporate defeat strengthened fermentation’s position by exposing the desperation behind industrial beverage opposition. Communities that had resisted fermentation due to manufactured fears began embracing living beverages as symbols of resistance against corporate manipulation. When governments realized that fermented beverages could stabilize both nutrition and morale, they invested heavily. Kombucha became part of the Universal Health Dividend, distributed to citizens as both refreshment and a probiotic supplement. Locally produced “living drinks” were cheaper to produce than soda, required less energy and resources, and generated zero waste. Economists called it “the most elegant economic collapse in history.” By removing global middlemen, the beverage trade transformed into a living web of local economies—decentralized, resilient, joyful. Moreover, the failed campaigns educated the public about corporate influence tactics, creating lasting skepticism toward industry health claims. When firms that had promoted cigarettes and opposed nutrition labeling began attacking fermentation, their credibility evaporated. Diverse Fermentation Philosophies: Genuine Cultural Evolution Once corporate manipulation was exposed, genuine cultural diversity in fermentation flourished. The Artistic Response In Minneapolis, “Matrilineal Memory,” a new solo show by artist Mikaela Shaferv honoring her Hopi culture, combined abstract watercolors with found materials—including coffee paper, gauze, kombucha leather, and fallen leaves—alongside poetry. Light shone through translucent SCOBY leathers. She traced how grief and ancestral memory are carried, processed, and passed down through generations. Buddhist Contemplative Brewing Vietnamese-American monk Thich Minh Hanh III developed fermentation practices integrated with meditation traditions. His monastery’s kombucha, brewed during contemplative practice, became known for its complex flavor profiles and connection to mindfulness teachings. The Buddhist approach emphasized patience, attention, and respect for living processes—values that resonated across cultures without requiring specific religious beliefs. Silicon Valley Innovation Buddhist-influenced engineers in Silicon Valley developed scientifically optimized fermentation protocols while maintaining contemplative practices. Their approach proved that technological innovation and traditional wisdom could complement each other. These practitioners demonstrated superior health markers and workplace performance, though attributing this solely to kombucha would ignore the holistic nature of their practices—meditation, community, diet, and exercise. Elena Volkov – The Consciousness Brewer Elena Volkov was born in 2012 in St. Petersburg and raised during a time when meditation and mental health technologies flourished. A former neuroscientist and VR developer, she left the tech world in her forties to pursue fermentation after what she called her “microbial awakening”—a mystical experience during a kombucha retreat in the Carpathian Mountains. Elena founded The Brew of Being, a movement that explored how fermented beverages could serve as gateways to expanded consciousness. Her team of biochemists, monks, and artists developed “ethno-ferments”—living drinks that subtly influenced neural oscillations, inducing meditative clarity without intoxication. Drinkers described experiencing vivid insights, lucid dreams, and emotional catharsis. The beverages became part of “fermentation temples” that replaced traditional nightclubs in many cities—luminous spaces where people gathered to share stillness, song, and silence over slowly bubbling vats. Elena’s motivation was transcendent: she believed fermentation mirrored the human journey—transformation through surrender, death, and rebirth. Her challenge was cultural misunderstanding. Some accused her of creating “liquid religion.” Others saw her work as a return to the sacred origins of brewing. In her final public address in 2088, she said: “Fermentation teaches us what consciousness truly is—life transforming life.” Mira Al-Karim – The Composer of Cultures Mira Al-Karim, born in Casablanca in 2018, was a child prodigy in both music and molecular biology. By her thirties, she had abandoned the concert stage to explore bioacoustics—the sounds generated by living organisms. Her pivotal discovery came in 2062 when she realized that microbial colonies emit subtle vibrations as they metabolize—a kind of microbial symphony. Working with fermentation tanks and neural audio translators, Mira transformed these vibrations into soundscapes: living compositions that changed as the cultures evolved. Her first major work, the abstract Symphony for SCOBY and Human Choir, premiered simultaneously in Marrakesh, Nairobi, and Berlin. Audiences stood silently as the sound of a fermenting kombucha culture merged with human voices, rising and falling in a rhythmic chant. Mira described her motivation as “the longing to hear life thinking.” Her greatest challenge was preserving authenticity—she refused to digitally “clean” or enhance the microbial tones. “Their imperfection,” she said, “is their truth.” Her hope was that people would learn to listen not just to music, but to life itself. Her fear—that AI-generated perfection would drown the subtle voices of living processes—haunted her even in her later years. By the time of her death in 2097, bioacoustic fermentation concerts were a cornerstone of planetary culture—proof that beauty was not artificially crafted but naturally cultivated. Anselmo Duarte – The Painter Who Used Time Anselmo Duarte was a visual artist from Buenos Aires who never touched a brush. Instead, he painted with microbial colonies—fermenting pigments, yeasts, and molds on living canvases of cellulose. Each piece was a collaboration with entropy. Over weeks and months, colors deepened, textures shifted, and patterns emerged spontaneously. No two pieces ever stayed the same. Collectors complained that his art was “impossible to preserve.” Anselmo smiled. “It was never meant to be preserved,” he countered. “It was meant to live.” His breakthrough exhibition, The Impermanent Gallery (2068), invited viewers to return week after week to watch the works evolve—decay, bloom, merge, and fade. It was a meditation on mortality and renewal. Anselmo’s motivation was existential. Having lost his partner during the South American droughts of the 2050s, he sought a form of art that would make peace with impermanence. His challenge was economic—museums struggled to house works that would not stay still. But by the 2080s, he was celebrated as the founder of Temporal Art, a movement that accepted change as the essence of creativity. His greatest fear was that humanity would once again forget this lesson—that permanence would seduce the spirit into rigidity. His epitaph reads: “He painted what could not be kept.” Sister Hana Liu – The Monk of the Mother Hana Liu had been a microbiologist in Taipei before taking vows in the Order of the Living Light in 2050, a new contemplative community devoted to the spiritual study of fermentation. Her monastery, perched on the cliffs of Jeju Island, was filled with the scent of kombucha, miso, and kimchi. Every day, the monks practiced listening meditation beside their fermentation vats, attuning themselves to the slow breath of microbial life. Hana’s teaching, recorded in her luminous treatise The Way of the Mother, became foundational to the spiritual philosophy of the twenty-second century. “Every ferment is a mirror,” she wrote. “In it, we see our fears of decay, our longing for transformation, our hope for renewal. The Mother never dies—she only changes form.” Her motivation was peace—to reconcile humanity with impermanence and interdependence. Her challenge was skepticism from traditional religious authorities who dismissed fermentation as materialist mysticism. But over time, her monastery became a pilgrimage site for seekers, scientists, and artists alike. Visitors drank a spoonful of her centuries-old kombucha mother—ceremonially shared but never depleted. Her fear was subtle: that humans might again separate the sacred from the everyday. She reminded her followers that every fermenting jar is a temple. Reconciliation and Understanding Former opponents of fermentation, once freed from corporate messaging, often became practitioners. The discovery that their opposition had been manufactured rather than authentic led many to explore what they’d been paid to reject. Former Mega-Cola CEO James Morrison became a regenerative farmer, teaching fermentation while acknowledging his past role in deception. Legacy: Inoculation Against Manipulation The culture wars ultimately educated the public about how corporate interests manufacture controversy to protect market share. The exposed tactics created lasting skepticism toward industry-funded “grassroots” movements and “independent” research. Communities learned to ask: “Who benefits from this message? Who’s funding this opposition? Are the concerns genuine or manufactured?” This cultural inoculation against manipulation proved more valuable than winning any single battle over fermentation. The public developed critical thinking skills that extended beyond beverage choices to evaluate other forms of corporate and political messaging. People learned that complex social change involves legitimate competing interests. Effective movements distinguish between cynical manipulation and authentic concerns. Epilogue: The Next Generation By 2075, the failed corporate opposition had inadvertently strengthened fermentation culture and educated society about manipulation tactics. Children growing up after these culture wars ended learned critical media literacy alongside fermentation techniques. But new challenges appeared. The biological transformations enabled by decades of optimized microbiome health were producing measurable cognitive and physiological changes in younger generations—changes that would force humanity to reckon with what it meant to fundamentally alter human biology through environmental intervention, both on Earth and on the final frontier—in space. You won’t want to miss next week’s FINAL INSTALLMENT of ‘Our Fermented Future’—a Booch News exclusive. Disclaimer This is a work of speculative fiction. Names, characters, businesses, events, and incidents are the product of the author's imagination, assisted by generative A.I. References to real brands and organizations are used in a wholly imaginative context and are not intended to reflect any actual facts or opinions related to them. No assertions or statements in this post should be interpreted as true or factual. Audio Listen to an audio version of this Episode and all future ones via the Booch News channel on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts. If you just want to listen to the music, tune in as follows: Mira Al-Karim, Symphony for SCOBY and Human Choir 25:54 Here is a complete playlist of all ‘Fermented Future’ songs. Lyrics ©2025 Booch News, music generated with the assistance of Suno. The post Our Fermented Future, Episode 11: The Culture Wars—Battles Over Living Beverages appeared first on 'Booch News.

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Christmas is a beautiful time of the year, but it can also be a melting pot of triggers, emotions, stress, leading to very dysregulated nervous systems.. which can lead to poor choices or even some self sabotage. Me and a host of other beautiful previous guests, experts and people who have made it through these times have got your back. For the 25 days of Christmas I will be posting 25 mini episodes with a tip every single day to help get you through.Fore more info or to work with me go to www.iquitalcohol.com.au Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Comedian Laurie Douglas returns to the podcast for a marathon, Joe Rogan-style episode! Randy and Laurie sit down for an uncensored, booze-filled and hilarious conversation about red heads, getting waxed, throuples and threesomes, celebrity chefs and cooking shows, Laurie being raised as a Christian Scientist, sharing nudes, gun rights, gamers and video games, the different types of drinkers, dating and relationships, and life before social media. They bring the show home with some wild weekly news stories.   Every Wednesday, the Ready Set Blow Podcast brings you real talk with comedians, actors, musicians, entertainers, entrepreneurs, and fascinating guests from all walks of life. No scripted BS. No playing it safe…Just raw, funny, and authentic conversations you won't hear on your average podcast.   If you enjoy comedy podcasts like Your Mom's House, Flagrant, The Joe Rogan Experience, or Theo Von, you'll love this show.   What We Talk About in This Episode: 00:00  Podcast Intro 01:00  Red Heads and Waxing 08:00  Throuples & Threesomes 20:00  Celebrity Chefs & Cooking Shows 29:00  Christian Science Church 45:00  Sharing Nudes 1:00:00  Gun Rights 1:12:00  Video Games 1:30:00  The Different Types of Drinkers 1:40:00  Dating & relationships 2:00:00  Life Before Social Media   2:08:00  The Weekly News   New Episodes Every Wednesday:

Send us a textIn yet another shakeup on the podcast, I'm taking a break from bourbon for a week and diving deep into Kentucky's own Cornbread THC Seltzers! Derived from hemp and raised in the Bluegrass, these Commonwealth drinks are an alcohol alternative that are sweeping the nation for those who are looking to change up their evening pours. I'll be tasting the Peach Iced Tea AND the Salted Watermelon flavors, putting them through the paces of Nose, Palate, Finish, and Price, per the usual parameters of the podcast, and seeing how they shake out. Did I have a favorite? And can a seltzer derived from hemp even exist alongside the liquor store options we know and love? Only one way to find out! Enjoy.Become a patron of the show at http://www.patreon.com/mybourbonpodcastLeave us a 5 star rating and review on your podcast app of choice!Send us an email with questions or comments to thisismybourbonshop@gmail.comSend us mail to PO Box 22609, Lexington, KY 40522Check out all of our merch and apparel: http://bourbonshop.threadless.com/Leave us a message for Barrel Rings at 859.428.8253Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mybourbonpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/mybourbonpodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mybourbonpod/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/thisismybourbonpodcastPayPal, if you feel so inclined: PayPal.me/pritter1492Link to our Barrell Rye Armagnac Finished Pick: https://shop.whiskeyinmyweddingring.com/products/barrell-private-release-rye-1a03Support the show

A Manchester bar owner has caused a furore over his policy to ban solo drinkers to his bar after 9pm.

INTRO (00:24): Kathleen opens the show drinking a Sad Panda Coffee Stout from Horse & Dragon Brewing Company. She reviews her weekend in Denver, attending Thursday Night Football and hanging out with comedian friends.    TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her “Day Drinking Tour.”   COURT NEWS (18:12): Kathleen shares news announcing that Jelly Roll had issues at the Louis Vuitton store in Sydney, and Chappell Roan inducted Cyndi Lauper into the Rock Hall,    TASTING MENU (2:12): Kathleen samples Trader Joe's Garlic Butter Irish Chips, Lay's Cajun Kettle Chips, and Spicy Dill Pickle Chips.    UPDATES (22:10): Kathleen shares updates on more security issues at The Louvre, Meghan Markle is returning to acting, and a report discloses that Prince Andrew brought prostitutes to Windsor while the Queen was in residence.     HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT (27:14): Kathleen reveals that the 137-carat Florentine diamond that hasn't been seen in public since 1919 has been found in a Canadian bank.    FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS (34:25): Kathleen shares articles on a Waymo taxi running over a celebrity cat, Toys R Us is returning in time for Christmas, Colts owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon buys rounds for fans in Germany, researchers link personal sleep needs with a genetic mutation,

Today we'll be talking about tightening alcohol rules with new fines that target drinkers, a Russian man arrested for promoting online drug sales using QR stickers, and a little later Thailand's currency is getting a makeover with new polymer notes set for circulation.

Join the brothers as they discuss the strange and tumultuous history of the Soul Drinkers!

We have a Hawaiian on the crew now and she's telling us about some of the spooky stories from the islands. One thing we didn't know is that Hawaii has a cryptid but is it really surprising? It seems they are everywhere.Merch!!!!https://chasing-spirits-paranormal.printify.me/Beverage: Spiked hot cocoa using Fireball, black raspberry, or creme de menthe. Drinkers choice

We have a Hawaiian on the crew now and she's telling us about some of the spooky stories from the islands. One thing we didn't know is that Hawaii has a cryptid but is it really surprising? It seems they are everywhere.Merch!!!!https://chasing-spirits-paranormal.printify.me/Beverage: Spiked hot cocoa using Fireball, black raspberry, or creme de menthe. Drinkers choice

Hour 3: Isaac and Suke talk about the Biggest Drinkers in college football and dive into the coach carousel.

How do you keep a 60-year-old wine brand growing—especially when it's already the biggest in America? You appeal to a new generation of wine drinkers.In this episode, we sit down with Britt West, Chief Commercial Officer at Gallo, to unpack the growth playbook behind Barefoot Wine, the country's #1 wine brand by dollar sales.When Gallo acquired Barefoot in 2005, it was a 600,000-case business. Today, it's more than 14 million cases and still expanding — bringing in an estimated 2.6 million new consumers to wine last year alone.Britt shares how Barefoot continues to unlock growth through smart innovation, consumer-driven formats, and bold marketing that meets people where they are. We discuss:The growth engine behind America's biggest wine brand: How Barefoot keeps growing year after year in a flat category.Consumer obsession as strategy: Why longtime winemaker Jen Wall's 30-year run is built on being “intellectually curious about consumers” — not just about wine.Format innovation that fuels recruitment: How Tetra packs, single serves, and flavored wines are attracting Gen Z and bringing new drinkers into the category.How Barefoot wins culture: From the NFL partnership to viral campaigns like the Bandwagon Box with Donna Kelce, Britt explains how Barefoot makes wine feel right at home in football season and pop culture.Branding lessons for every entrepreneur: Britt's advice for founders on why packaging is your silent salesperson — and why brand relevance beats perfection in the glass.The future of wine: Why Britt believes the current wine slowdown is cyclical, not structural — and how the industry can fight back for consumer attention (and dollars).For any drinks entrepreneur or marketer trying to understand how legacy brands stay fresh this episode is packed with takeaways on modern brand building.

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I keep hearing how the industry has to change, how Gen Z is aren't drinking wine, how the trade is slow to do anything....until you speak with Abby Bogle. She is the type of enthusiasm and drive that is needed to move with the times. You have all heard me say that "time will tell" and that "all generations come around to the proper glass of wine." What Abby is doing is making the proper glass of wine more accessible.  Be careful, she is a bit infectious. Abby Bogle is not your average disruptor—she's bottling up tradition, cracking open innovation, and pouring new life into the wine industry one mini-bottle at a time. You'll discover how Abby moved from the heart of Texas wine country to leading a revolution in single-serve wine formats that could change how generations experience wine. This conversation uncorks why classic 750ml bottles are struggling to captivate younger drinkers and what it will take for wine to rival the convenience of seltzers and cocktails. Abby reveals the secrets behind fractionalization—how her company, Small Lot Bottles, transforms wines into TSA-friendly miniatures for education, gifting, and direct-to-consumer sales. You'll learn why canned wines fizzled, why PET plastic just doesn't cut it, and how glass keeps wine's integrity intact. The discussion dives into the technical challenges of bottling, shelf life, and the sophisticated use of Coravin's argon technology to preserve taste and tradition. Paul and Abby muse on the frustrations of shipping wine, navigating legal hurdles, and why Gen Z consumers might grab a can of hard seltzer before ever considering a can of wine. As the conversation flows, you'll gain a behind-the-scenes look at how wineries are adapting, how industry innovators like Paul Mabray are influencing change, and why experience matters more than size. You'll come away understanding how the wine world is responding to declining sales, changing demographics, and the demand for something different—plus, you'll hear about Texas' own pioneering vineyards and what it means for the future. If you're wondering where wine is headed, pull up a glass—this episode will give you more than just a taste of tomorrow's wine culture.     Small Lot Bottles Abby Bogle is owner and CEO of Small Lot Bottles. Their website is: https://smalllotbottles.com Napa Valley Wine Academy https://napavalleywineacademy.com Coravin https://coravin.com Wine Foundry https://www.winefoundry.com Oakville Grocery (Oakville Grocer) https://oakvillegrocery.com Culinary Institute of America https://www.ciachef.edu Quarter Masters of America's  Wine education partner: https://www.mastersommeliers.org Knox & Dobson https://knoxanddobson.com #wineindustry #fractionalization #smallformatbottles #wineinnovation #GenZwine #winetrends #winepackaging #wineexperience #directtoconsumer #wineeducation #NapaValleyWineAcademy #winesampling #Coravin #miniwinebottles #Texaswine #ONDseason #winesustainability #winewastesolutions #alternativewineformats #winerymarketing #winegifting #podcastinterview

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In this episode, he identifies the three types of drinkers and the six hidden costs of alcohol! This episode is for men ready to face the truth and their current realities. You cannot be a real man and show up for your family and business while running and hiding from difficult, honest conversations.Your family, workplace, faith, and sporting communities deserve more men and so do you! Remember you are not alone! Join the Next 4 day Challenge

Today we'll be talking about a riot response by the Thai military against Cambodians along the border, late night drinkers to be fined for consuming after hours, and a little later a daring daytime robbery of a 2 million baht watch, but don't worry it's Friday we'll cap things off with some feel good news.

Send us a textIn this episode I talk to Prof. Georg Schomerus, Professor and Chair at the Department of Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, University of Leipzig. Prof Schomerus is a leading academic in the field of stigma towards alcohol and mental health problems.We discuss the nature of stigma towards alcohol problems, what drives stigma, how it relates to social behaviours and wider world events, and what can be done to challenge stigma. Support the showIf you are interested in one-to-one support for your drinking with Dr James Morris, contact him at DrJamesMorris.com For more episodes visit https://alcoholpodcast.buzzsprout.com/Follow us at @alcoholpodcast on X and Instagram

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Welcome to the best time in beer, The Perfect Pour! This week our magic includes: Bar sitting etiquette Take it to the beer courts. Buzz Ball tangent. Checking in on Wine's vibe. Should we be fighting these small drinkers? Hiking tangent. And plenty more!! Downloadable: perfectpour624.mp3 (Warning of cussing) HOSTED BY: Nick, Rad Stacey, Mikey MUSIC BY: Sunburns and Paul From Fairfax. BEER AND SHOW-RELATED LINKS: SUPPORT THE SHOW AND BECOME A GOLDEN GOD! Subscribe to the show in Apple Podcast. You can also find us on Spotify and most podcast players. Perfect Pour's YouTube Channel. VOICEMAIL/TEXT LINE: 559-492-0542 Drop Us a Line: Email Perfect Pour. Join our free Lager Line Discord channel! Send Postcards or Samples to us: The Perfect Pour – co Mike Seay 2037 W. Bullard Ave #153 Fresno, CA 93711 Mikey's newsletter: Drinking & Thinking. Check this!: Mikey's Dorky Amazon Storefront.

The Break Room (THURSDAY 8/14/25) 8am Hour 1) It should be no surprise to anyone that Bills fans rank #1 in the NFL in this category 2) A lonely concert 3) The organ grinder club

In a nod to one of the worst people of the 20th century, the government has been covertly poisoning the general public for decades through the water supply with fluoride, atrazine, and glyphosate. The water that isn't being poisoned is stolen by multinational food conglomerates like Nestlé. Kissinger would also appreciate the role of Public-Private Partnerships in the ownership of the water supply, as cities vote to outsource the task of managing public water utilities. Milei is continuing the policy of privatizing the water supply of Argentina to a state-owned water conglomerate in Israel. NGOs like the United Nations are also making decisions on access to water based on dubious climate science and doomer scenarios. The Octopus of Global Control Audiobook: https://amzn.to/3xu0rMm Hypocrazy Audiobook: https://amzn.to/4aogwms Website: www.Macroaggressions.io Activist Post: www.activistpost.com Sponsors: Chemical Free Body: https://www.chemicalfreebody.com Promo Code: MACRO C60 Purple Power: https://c60purplepower.com/ Promo Code: MACRO Wise Wolf Gold & Silver: www.Macroaggressions.gold LegalShield: www.DontGetPushedAround.com EMP Shield: www.EMPShield.com Promo Code: MACRO ECI Development: https://info.ecidevelopment.com/-get-to-know-us/macro-aggressions Christian Yordanov's Health Program: www.livelongerformula.com/macro Privacy Academy: https://privacyacademy.com/step/privacy-action-plan-checkout-2/?ref=5620 Brain Supreme: www.BrainSupreme.co Promo Code: MACRO Above Phone: abovephone.com/macro Promo Code: MACRO Van Man: https://vanman.shop/?ref=MACRO Promo Code: MACRO My Patriot Supply: www.PrepareWithMacroaggressions.com Activist Post: www.ActivistPost.com Natural Blaze: www.NaturalBlaze.com Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/macroaggressionspodcast

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This episode is brought to you by Raw Beverage Trading - Your hospitality supply chain partner. Connect at sale@rawcoffee.ae••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••This is the 4th of a five-part series on the Map It Forward Middle East Podcast, with 25-year coffee industry veteran Isabela Raposeiras from Coffee Lab in Brazil.This series first aired on the Map It Forward Global Podcast in June 2025.In this series, Lee and Isabela explore the lesser-discussed aspects of Brazil as a coffee-producing country.The 5 episodes in this series are:1. Misconceptions About Brazil's Coffee Industry - https://youtu.be/NAn14_81A1E2. Brazil's Specialty Coffee Market - https://youtu.be/Hfy24ikMnlM3. The Role Of Specialty Coffee In Brazil - https://youtu.be/Ph4IiAV30LM4. Converting Brazilians to Specialty Coffee Drinkers - https://youtu.be/CowcRniNhUQ5. The Sins of the Past for Brazilian Coffee - https://youtu.be/WsMz_n7-2XUIn this episode of the podcast, Lee and Isabela discuss the current state and future of the Brazilian coffee market.They explore topics like the health benefits of coffee, the need for increased investment in Brazil's coffee industry, the challenges in converting Brazilian consumers to specialty coffee, and the impact of Brazil's taxing policies on coffee businesses. Isabela also shares her insights into how associations like the SCA can better support the industry and the critical need for coffee education. Additionally, the episode covers the importance of setting clear quality standards and the broader implications for the global coffee supply chain. Don't miss this insightful conversation that touches on everything from business strategy to the social impacts of coffee production.Connect with Isabela Raposeiras and Coffee Lab here:https://www.linkedin.com/in/isabela-raposeiras-coffee-lab/https://www.instagram.com/coffeelab_br/••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••Connect with Map It Forward here: Website | Instagram | Mailing list

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Carl Quintanilla, Contessa Brewer, and David Faber started the show with a look at stocks retreating from record highs, after President Trump announced a 35% tariff on Canada and threatened higher tariffs across the board. The anchors later brought on CNBC's Julia Boorstin from Sun Valley, Idaho to discuss what the country's biggest names in media and tech are saying about the impact of AI to the entertainment industry. Also in the mix; the desk discussed the fallout for Starbucks and Dutch Bros. following the 50% tariff threat to Brazil, America's largest trade partner for coffee imports. 

Send us a textWelcome back to the Feel Lit Alcohol Free podcast! Today, we're kicking off our brand-new “Alcohol-Free Myth Busters” series by tackling a juicy one: “Do sober people judge drinkers?”If you've ever wondered what your alcohol-free friend really thinks when you pour that second glass—or if you've felt awkward, defensive, or even misunderstood in social situations since going sober—this episode is for you.Ruby and Susan get real about what it's like to be the alcohol-free one at parties, family gatherings, and professional events. From wine gifts to backhanded comments, they share the surprising (and often tender) moments that come with living out loud in a world that still normalizes drinking.But here's the twist: instead of judgment, they've found compassion. Instead of isolation, connection. Could choosing sobriety actually make you more understanding?Plus, in our “Feel Lit” segment, we share the simple summer rituals that are keeping us grounded and glowing—no booze required.So…are sober people judging you? Or are we just quietly rooting for you to feel lit in your own way? Let's find out. Listeners have said that our podcast has helped them get alcohol free! So we created Feel Lit 21, a way for you to press your reset button and take a 21 day break from alcohol. It's a great place to start! Embrace 21 days without alcohol that feels lit! Click here to find out more: https://feellitpodcast.com/FeelLit21 Leave a review on Apple Podcasts, and ask us any questions you have about breaking free from wine or living an alcohol-free lifestyle. Connect with the Podcast Hosts:Susan Larkin Coaching https://www.susanlarkincoaching.com/ Ruby Williams at Freedom Renegade Coaching https://www.freedomrenegadecoaching.com/Follow Susan: @drinklesswithsusanFollow Ruby: @rubywilliamscoachingIt is strongly recommended that you seek professional advice regarding your health before attempting to take a break from alcohol. The creators, hosts, and producers of the The Feel Lit Alcohol Free podcast are not healthcare practitioners and therefore do not give medical, or psychological advice nor do they intend for the podcast, any resource or communication on behalf of the podcast or otherwise to be a substitute for such.

Alcohol. The not so innocent human disconnect. Although it is widely acceptable to drink alcohol. It's not exactly, elevating you or allowing you to, mature emotionally, spiritually and mentally. Whenever we use a defense mechanism to numb our feelings. We are weakening our internal resources to grow. In order for us to grow. We need to confront the pain and heal the pain without. Without feeling the pain. You can do neither. Alcohol is something that jumps generationally from one generation to the the next. If you are a drinker. Your children, grandchild, children, and your multi-generational family are way more likely to drink as well. If you want to cut back, you could start by taking a day off and enjoying a nice clean glass of Perrier water and lime, or another nice clean beverage that will, nourish you and hydrate you. Let's see what else. Drinkers and nondrinkers are not on the same page. They vibrate on a different level, and they don't really connect spiritually, emotionally and mentally. Alcohol to alcohol. Friends may be having a jolly good time. But there's no real evolution of connection there. 

If you love what we do, become a premium YouTube Subscriber or join our Patreon: • https://www.patreon.com/mapitforward• https://www.youtube.com/mapitforwardCheck out our on-demand workshops here: • https://mapitforward.coffee/workshopsConsider joining one of our Mastermind Groups here:• https://mapitforward.coffee/groupcoachingJoin our mailing list:• https://mapitforward.coffee/mailinglist••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••This is the 4th of a five-part series on The Daily Coffee Pro Podcast by Map It Forward with 25-year coffee industry veteran Isabela Raposeiras from Coffee Lab in Brazil.In this series, Lee and Isabela explore the lesser-discussed aspects of Brazil as a coffee-producing country.The 5 episodes in this series are:1. Misconceptions About Brazil's Coffee Industry - https://youtu.be/ROjyCPoxPKs2. Brazil's Specialty Coffee Market - https://youtu.be/E1qVdiscDD83. The Role Of Specialty Coffee In Brazil - https://youtu.be/DCTAOemqkxc4. Converting Brazilians to Specialty Coffee Drinkers - https://youtu.be/Ktg46VYhd0Q5. The Sins of the Past for Brazilian Coffee - https://youtu.be/H-WxC9PLqOcIn this episode of the Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward, Lee and Isabela discuss the current state and future of the Brazilian coffee market.They explore topics like the health benefits of coffee, the need for increased investment in Brazil's coffee industry, the challenges in converting Brazilian consumers to specialty coffee, and the impact of Brazil's taxing policies on coffee businesses. Isabela also shares her insights into how associations like the SCA can better support the industry and the critical need for coffee education. Additionally, the episode covers the importance of setting clear quality standards and the broader implications for the global coffee supply chain. Don't miss this insightful conversation that touches on everything from business strategy to the social impacts of coffee production.Connect with Isabela Raposeiras and Coffee Lab here:https://www.linkedin.com/in/isabela-raposeiras-coffee-lab/https://www.instagram.com/coffeelab_br/••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••Connect with Map It Forward here: Website | Instagram | Mailinglist

This week the boys talk about drinking that sweet cow juice, the red and green flag of not having social media, then they warn of the dangers of being a cool mom, and help a caller who has a friend in the group trying too hard to be funny to get a girl's attention. Leave it to the pros, buddy. If you want to hear more bonus content please go to patreon.com/midnightsnacktv and support the boys there!

This week, my mom joins me for a chat all about socializing in sobriety with people who are drinking. We both share about our experience with this on our sober journeys and our top tips for navigating it. Be sure to listen until the end of the episode for an AMAZING pep talk from my mom about the magic of living life sober! ⁠Join me on my sober trip to Portugal!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join my community, the Happiest Sober Hub⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to my newsletter for sober tips & inspo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch my sober vlogs⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop my sober mugs⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow me on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop my Amazon storefront⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ShopMy favourite things⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ If my content has helped you on your sober journey and you'd like to support my work, you can ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠buy me a coffee⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Thanks for supporting my podcast by supporting my sponsors - you can view my list of current sponsors ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, my mom joins me for a chat all about socializing in sobriety with people who are drinking. We both share about our experience with this on our sober journeys and our top tips for navigating it. Be sure to listen until the end of the episode for an AMAZING pep talk from my mom about the magic of living life sober! ⁠Join me on my sober trip to Portugal!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join my community, the Happiest Sober Hub⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to my newsletter for sober tips & inspo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch my sober vlogs⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop my sober mugs⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow me on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop my Amazon storefront⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ShopMy favourite things⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ If my content has helped you on your sober journey and you'd like to support my work, you can ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠buy me a coffee⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Thanks for supporting my podcast by supporting my sponsors - you can view my list of current sponsors ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Text Me!Episode 227:  What It's Really Like to Be Sober in a Family of Drinkers In episode 227 of the Sober Vibes podcast, Courtney Anderesn shares in this powerful and vulnerable episode. She is talking about what it really feels like to get sober in a family where alcohol is the norm. From emotional triggers to unspoken resentment, this episode validates the often-invisible experience of being the first one to break the cycle.Whether you've been labeled “too sensitive,” felt like the family scapegoat, or noticed your healing making others uncomfortable, this episode is for you.What you will learn in this episode:Why sobriety can feel lonelier in your own family than anywhere elseHow and why sober people become the emotional mirror (and often, the scapegoat)The grief and strength that come with breaking generational patterns5 grounding truths and boundaries you can hold as you stay sober around drinkersFamily members may accuse you of being judgmental or "thinking you're better than them" before you've even said anythingThis is not an episode about tips and tricks.It's about validation, resilience, and reclaiming your peace even when no one claps for it.Thank you for listening, and hope it helps you today!Listen now and come back to this one anytime you need to feel less alone.Resources Mentioned:Courtney's Website Codependent No More Ready to thrive in your alcohol-free life? Sober Vibes: A Guide to Thriving in Your First Three Months Without Alcohol is your step-by-step guide to navigating early sobriety with confidence.Grab your copy today!Thank you for listening! Help the show by Rating, Reviewing, and/or Subscribing to the Sober Vibes Podcast. Connect w/ Courtney:InstagramJoin the Sobriety Circle Apply for 1:1 CoachingOrder the Sober Vibes Book

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Quick question: how many brain cells would you happily trade for a glass of Sauvignon Blanc? Most of us would answer “none,” yet that is the quiet swap that takes place each time we drink. For decades, alcohol marketing painted scenes of witty toasts and genius writers crafting best-sellers with a tumbler by the keyboard. Reality tells a duller truth: MRI scanners now show measurable shrinkage of the brain in people who average one drink a day. Cognitive tests confirm slower learning and patchy recall.Ready to quit drinking? Imagine, no more hangovers! Find out how and get a free copy of my bestselling book:Free quit drinking webinar - https://www.stopdrinkingexpert.com/Not a replacement for professional medical advice.#sober #stopdrinking #soberlife #alcoholfree #quitdrinkingSupport the show

This week, Dunkin’ dropped its surcharges on drinks with nondairy milk. Starbucks did the same late last year, as have some indie coffee shops. Today, we look at how the popularity of nondairy milks is changing how restaurants set prices. But first, we unpack the chaos of recent tariffs, including how they affect a free trade agreement between the U.S., Canada and Mexico, and how trade policy uncertainty is impacting agricultural exporters.