Podcast appearances and mentions of nathanael may

Coffee has always been about connection. The coffee shop brings people together inspiring conversations and playing a role in developing relationships that promote growth in a community.  Within the industry we have events and we also have various forms of media that also bring us together around ideas and inspire conversations around topic both directly and indirectly related to coffee. Among the many publications and sources facilitating these conversations there is one that has consistently endeavored to challenge, enlighten, and enhance the life of the reader through their print only magazine.  I am thrilled to welcome back to the show, Luke Adams, Editor-in-Chief of the award-winning print-only Standart Magazine. In this conversation we will be talking with Luke about the recent book Standart produced looking back on 10 years of coffee journalism and what themes, lessons, and insights are the most salient for us in today's coffee community.  I love the depth Standart brings and the format that together promotes a thoughtful dialogue around issues that deserve our best attention.  We discuss:  Balancing Challenge and Comfort in Content How Coffee Communication has Evolved Empowering Producers The Role of Baristas Optimism in the Coffee Industry Maturation of Perspectives Diversity and Transparency Fair Compensation in Coffee The Ripple Effect of Thoughtful Journalism Links: https://standartmag.com/ Related Episodes:  041 : Standing for the Art of Coffee w/ Luke Adams, Standart Magazine 376: Career, Coffee Quality, and Advancing the Industry w/ Mat North, of Raw Material 008 : Finding Joy in Coffee w/ Nathanael May 451: Business Growth, Integrity, and Coffee Farmer Equity w/ Martin Mayorga of Mayorga Coffee 394 : Happy Coffee People w/ Wendelien van Bunnik   ATTENTION CAFE OWNERS w/ 2+ Years of running your brick and mortar.... - LOOKING FOR A COMMUNITY OF SUPPORT, ACCOUNTABILITY, INSIGHT, AND ENCOURAGEMENT?  - The Key Holder Coaching Group master-mind are now taking new applicants for our 4th cohort launching in march!    Click below to fill out your application now! KEY HOLDER COACHING APPLICATION   INTERESTED IN 1:1 CONSULTING AND COACHING? If you are a cafe owner and want to work one on one with me to bring your shop to its next level and help bring you joy and freedom in the process then email  chris@keystothshop.com of book a free call now:  https://calendly.com/chrisdeferio/30min  Want a beautiful coffee shop? All your hard surface, stone, Tile and brick needs!  www.arto.com Visit @artobrick The world loves plant based beverages and baristas love the Barista Series!  www.pacificfoodservice.com

You hear it everywhere. Owning and running a business is hard, taxing, a battle even. And while there is truth to this, it is not the whole truth. In the entrepreneurial journey we have accepted, with no degree of irony, that it is a miserable business bringing joy to our communities through coffee. Don't buy it.  Today we are going to be talking about the transformational role that confidence, celebration, and joy play in not only helping your business succeed, but in allowing you to find fulfillment and life through the running and growing of it.  This is an incredibly important truth that needs to be given priority in our daily lives. Lets embrace confidence, celebration, and joy together through coffee!   Listen to these next: 008 : Finding Joy in Coffee w/ Nathanael May 317 : Encore Episode: Death by Comparison 227 : Connecting with Hearts and Minds Emotions, Self-Sabotage, and Telling Ourselves the Truth 394 : Happy Coffee People w/ Wendelien van Bunnik 181 : Organizational Self-Knowledge Over Optimization Hire Keys to the Shop Consulting to work with you 1:1 to transform your operations, quality, and people. Schedule a free discovery call now! https://calendly.com/chrisdeferio/30min   Thank you to our amazing sponsors! www.groundcontrol.coffee www.pacificfoodservice.com  

Greetings! Simple format this week.  One set of new things followed by a sampling of music procured during my seasonal winter 2023 visit to the Princeton Record Exchange in lovely Princeton, NJ.  A little over an hour and forty bucks later, Joel was a happy boy with 23 CDs in hand. Enjoy! Joel e-mail: pushingtheenvelopewhus@gmail.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/envpusher1      3-18-23 PTE Playlist   Historic Western Ghost Town Engulfed in Fire (ft. Walter Thompson) - Astroturf Noise - Blazing/Freezing - 577 Records (2023) https://577records.bandcamp.com/album/blazing-freezing   Bedford Stop - Angelica Olsted - American - Sonder House (2023) https://angelicaolstad.bandcamp.com/album/american     Sonata in E Minor, Hob.XVI34 , Adagio - pianoforte: Boyd McDonald / composer: Joseph Haydn - Works by Joseph Haydn – Heretic Threads - Astrila Records (2023)   Sonata in E Minor, Hob.XVI34, Adagio - accordion: Joseph Petric / composer: Joseph Haydn - Works by Joseph Haydn – Heretic Threads - Astrila Records (2023)   Sintering - electronics/soundmanipulation: Peter Lutek / composer: Joseph Haydn - Works by Joseph Haydn – Heretic Threads - Astrila Records (2023)   Inhalant Survival Series pt​.​1: Drowning in the Bigot's Rivulet - c.soûle - A Certain Amount of Spillage (EP) - digital album (2023) https://wileysoule.bandcamp.com/album/a-certain-amount-of-spillage-ep-2    Study No. 10 - Conlon Nancarrow - Studies for Player Piano (Complete) - Other Minds (2008) https://othermindsrecords.bandcamp.com/album/studies-for-player-piano    In nomine lucis - organ: Christoph Maria Moosmann / composer: Giacinto Scelsi - annum per annum - New Albion (1995) http://www.newalbion.com/blog/-christoph-maria-moosmann-annum-per-annum    Le Cirque-Oh! / Ghost Dance / Portrait III - Fred Frith - middle of the moment - RecRec Music (1995) https://rermegacorp2022.bandcamp.com/album/middle-of-the-moment    Pinch - piano: Nathanael May / composer: Brian Hulse - Pseudosynthesis - Albany Records (2009) https://www.albanyrecords.com/mm5/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Product_Code=TROY1094&Store_Code=AR&search=brian+hulse&offset=&filter_cat=&PowerSearch_Begin_Only=&sort=&range_low=&range_high=    Improvisation sur Mallarme II - soprano: Christine Schäfer / Ensemble Intercontemporain / composer: Pierre Boulez - Portait de Mallarmé- Deutsche Grammophon (2002) https://www.deutschegrammophon.com/en/catalogue/products/boulez-pli-selon-pli-schaefer-8981    Stratifications - solo soprano/alto saxophone / composer: Peter Epstein - Solus - MA Recordings (1998) https://www.unr.edu/music/people/peter-epstein   

Why so serious? Coffee is a beverage that inspires a wide range of emotions but within the specialty industry in organizations, competitions, and businesses it has somehow moved away from one of the main emotions that draws so many to it. Happiness.  As we focus on improving our skills, pushing our craft, and solving problems, we also need to make room for fun, community, encouragement and create relations that relieve stress instead of creating it.  Today we are going to joined by someone whose own journey in coffee has taught her deep lessons about place, belonging, professional development and how being happy is an absolute necessity.  We are talking with the indelible Wendelien van Bunnik!  Wendelien van Bunnik is the 2019 Dutch Barista Champion, Dutch Aeropress ánd World Aeropress Champion. She started her career in coffee in 2010, and has competed in coffee competitions since 2011. She started her career as a barista, though after three years, she was employed at a Dutch specialty coffee roastery. Here, she was responsible for wholesale training and education for over 9 years. She has started her own business in 2021 as an AST, trainer and consultant.Though she is a trainer through and through, chances are you know Wendelien from her humorous and relatable content she shares on her Instagram account @wendeliendrinkscoffee . She is also the founder of The Happy Coffee Network: an open, welcome community space on an online platform, which launches in March '23. This Network is a friendly online place for barista's to connect, share experiences and knowledge as well as provide access to resources and support, no matter their level of coffee skill. In this episode we will be learning about Wendelien's journey into professional coffee, how she discovered her place and voice in the process, and what she has to say to us about finding happiness.  We discuss: Growing in coffee and taking control of career Maturing and learning humility The curse of having "expert" status Difference between something being hard vs wrong Burn out and hanging on to hope Finding the place and path that is right for you Validation, learning, and effective training The need for encouragement, community, and joy What is The Happy Coffee Network   Links: www.thehappycoffeenetwork.com Instagram: @wendeliendrinkscoffee  Instagram: @thehappycoffeenetwork   Related Episodes: 008 : Finding Joy in Coffee w/ Nathanael May 366: A Conversation w/ Chris Baca of Cat and Cloud Coffee 243 : Encore Episode! “The Sleepwalking Barista (Owner)” 077 : How you can Happen to your Career w/ Scott Anthony Barlow : A frame work for finding the right work 260 : Wait! Is your current Job actually the right Job? 292 : How to Take Charge and Drive Your Career w/ Ed Evarts   Interested in leveling up your coffee shop or setting up 1:1 coaching? Click here to schedule a free consulting discovery call with KTTS Click here to book a formal one-on-one consulting call! Visit our amazing Sponsors! www.groundcontrol.coffee www.pacficfoodservice.com www.coffeefest.com  

This time of year I am thinking about what I am thankful for and also I am thinking about how hard it is to enter into thankfulness vs other more accessible emotions and mental states. So much of this, to my mind, has to do with the all consuming nature of a business like coffee. When you own your own business or you are so passionate and invested in your role and place in the industry it can be easy to be always on and never allow yourself to practice thankfulness, reflection, and the resulting prioritization.  Today on Shift Break I want to chat with you all about our need to regularly practice thankfulness and prioritize the things in our lives that are integral to who we are as human beings.  Related Episodes: 224 : Essentialism: Focusing on what truly Matters w/ Greg McKeown 008 : Finding Joy in Coffee w/ Nathanael May 111 : Self Care 101: Taking care of yourself while taking care of others Thankfulness : The key to joy in the journey   DETAILS Elevated batch brew and so much more! Ground Control Cyclops Brewer   The best espresso machines in the world! www.lamarzoccousa.com

Guest host Nathanael May interviews Anita Tam, founder of Slow Pour Supply. This episode is sponsored by Seattle Coffee Gear and La Marzocco.  

I am excited to re-share this oldie with you. Mainly because it has a ton of very useful insights that I think we all need to ponder these days. Life  (aka 2020) won't let up and the 7 things I talked about back in November 2017 could not be more relevant. In many ways, we spend a lot of our energies reinforcing self-sabotaging behaviors and habits. Thing is, even though I originally broadcast this as being for baristas, you can just as easily see these 7 things in your life as a business owner.  So on behalf of the Chris of 2017 and the Chris of 2020, I hope you enjoy this blast from the past!    Links to recommended episodes: Main Episodes:  135 : Stay Motivated in the midst of Difficulty 083: 6 Essential Books for your Professional Growth 008 : Finding Joy in Coffee w/ Nathanael May 207 : Hope in Difficult Times w/ Kathy Turiano of Joe Bean Coffee Roasters Shift Breaks: Patience & Passivity : Career Advice for the Long Game 2 Qualities of Quality Baristas   The Barista Slump   Your Peers are not your Customers     The BEST in commercial coffee equipment! www.prima-coffee.com/keys   Want the best plant based beverage for your coffee drinks? www.pacificfoods.com/food-service

Title: The Right Side (Part 2) Pastor: Olu Brown Scripture: John 21:1-6 (NIV) 21 Afterward Jesus appeared again to his disciples, by the Sea of Galilee. It happened this way: 2 Simon Peter, Thomas (also known as Didymus), Nathanael from Cana in Galilee, the sons of Zebedee, and two other disciples were together. 3 “I’m going out to fish,” Simon Peter told them, and they said, “We’ll go with you.” So they went out and got into the boat, but that night they caught nothing. 4 Early in the morning, Jesus stood on the shore, but the disciples did not realize that it was Jesus. 5 He called out to them, “Friends, haven’t you any fish?” “No,” they answered. 6 He said, “Throw your net on the right side of the boat and you will find some.” When they did, they were unable to haul the net in because of the large number of fish. Part I Review: • In times of chaos, anxiety, or fear, we have a tendency to go back to emotions, feelings, places, and people that are familiar… Lessons from the Disciples: #1: The difference between what we Can do and what we are Called to do #2: The difference between default and destiny #3: The Jesus Factor Part I: Starter Questions to Consider 1. Are you doing what is comfortable and convenient or what you are called to do? 2. Are you letting your default life get in the way of your destiny life? 3. What is God trying to teach you in this season? Part II: The Right Side Lessons from the Disciples: #4: It takes courage to change Vs. 6 “When they did…” NIV  /  “So they did…” CEB • Jesus was asking them to reconsider how they approached a task that they had done all of their lives… • Change is not easy because change involves growth… Growth = Change Change = Loss Loss = Pain Thus, Growth = Pain #5: It takes faith to believe for the future • Vs. 6 “…they were unable to haul the net in because of the large number of fish.” • The abundance of fish in their net wasn’t for that moment only but for the future moments they would face… Peter • Acts 10:44 “…the Holy Spirit fell on everyone who heard the word.” Nathanael • May have gone to India to preach the Good News. James • Acts 12:1-2 “About that time King Herod began to harass some who belonged to the church. 2 He had James, John’s brother, killed with a sword. John • The one Jesus loved, the one asked to care for Jesus’ mother, the one who was thought to have written: The Gospel of John, 1st, 2nd, 3rd John and Revelation Part II: Starter Questions to Consider 1. Are you willing to endure the changes and pain associated with your growth? 2. Is your courage for next greater than your fear of now? 3. Do you believe through faith that God has great plans for your life? •  Jeremiah 29:11 “I know the plans I have in mind for you, declares the Lord; they are plans for peace, not disaster, to give you a future filled with hope.” Jeremiah 29:11

What is essential? Many of us have been forced into a place of asking this question for the sake of survival and are now looking to create a new way forward for ourselves, our businesses, and our families. If we want our work and life to be imbued with purpose, joy, clarity, and thriving then we need to embrace this question not as just a survival tactic but as a normal state of being. We need to become Essentialists.  Today I am honored to welcome to the show, Greg McKeown, author of the Wall Street Journal and New York Times best selling book, "Essentialism: The Disciplined pursuit of Less"   Greg McKeown has dedicated his career to discovering why some people and teams break through to the next level—and others don’t. This book challenges core assumptions about achievement to get to the essence of what really drives success. Greg is the CEO of McKeown Inc. Clients include Adobe, Apple, Google, Facebook, Pixar, Salesforce.com, Symantec, Twitter, VMware and Yahoo!. His writing has appeared or been covered by The New York Times, Fast Company, Fortune, HuffPost, Politico, and Inc. Magazine. He is among the most popular bloggers for the Harvard Business Review and he has been interviewed on numerous television and radio shows including NPR, NBC, FOX, and as a regular guest on The Steve Harvey Show. Entrepreneur voted his interview at Stanford University the #1 Must-See Video on Business, Creativity and Success. McKeown is an accomplished public speaker. He has spoken to hundreds of audiences around the world and is also the host of the new show "The Essentialism Podcast" where he interviews amazing people from all over the world about their experiences practicing essentialism in work and in life.  In today's conversation we will be discovering the genesis of Essentialism and how we can take the first steps in overcoming the frazzled and overwrought lives we lead and spend our time on the vital few -vs- the trivial many.  You will learn about: What is Essentialism?  How to discern the trivial from the vital Working out what is priority Protecting "The Asset" Taking the first steps   Finding space for life and clarity Showing up as your best self What is vital for your business  Practicing essentials in the midst of change Making room for Gratitude and creativity Links: www.gregmckeown.com The Essentialism Podcast    Related Episodes: 008 : Finding Joy in Coffee w/ Nathanael May 181 : Organizational Self-Knowledge 184 : Making Great Business Decisions w/ Dave Stachowiak 212: Refining your Leadership and Systems in a Crisis     Prioritizing your Work The Power of "No" Thankfulness : The key to joy in the journey Managers Top 3   The BEST in commercial coffee equipment www.prima-coffee.com/keys   Want the best plant based beverage for your coffee drinks?  www.pacificfoods.com/food-service    

In the midst of challenging times, there can still be hope and a way forward. Today we welcome back to the show Kathy Turiano to talk about finding hope in the face of difficulty. Kathy is the Co-Owner of Joe Bean Coffee Roasters in Rochester, NY, an award winning Roastery and cafe in Rochester, NY that has consistently set the pace for specialty coffee in their city and beyond. Our initial interview with Kathy was a Founder Friday back in May of 2017 (link below). This interview was also focused on the overcoming difficulty and pivoting the business as that has been a theme of sorts since Joe Bean was founded.  During the last three years since we last talked, a lot has changed and they faced some of the biggest challenges to date. Challenges that crushed their spirits. In all of it they were able to find hope, light, and ultimately a better version of their business as a result.  My hope is that Kathy's story of overcoming hardships and letting it shape their business for good, will bring you hope in this very difficult time. To me it is a story of learned resiliency and taking things one step at a time. We will learn some pretty important mindsets to have and lessons in how to lead ourselves and communicate with other when things get really tough. We need stories that encourage and I am certain this interview was meant for such a time as this.    Links: www.joebeanroasters.com Joe Bean on IG   Related Episodes: 043 : Founder Friday! Kathy Turiano / Joe Bean Coffee Roasters / A tale of overcoming challenges, new beginnings, and building a strong team, business, and community through coffee 200! : From Tragedy to Triumph : Navigating Change w/ Talor Browne of Talormade, Oslo, Norway 135 : Staying Motivated in the Midst of Difficulty 111 : Self-Care 101: Six Ways to Make Sure You are taking Care of Yourself While Taking Care of Others Self-Betrayal and the Art of Action 008 : Finding Joy in Coffee w/ Nathanael May 184 : Making Great Business Decisions w/ Dave Stachowiak   The BEST in commercial coffee equipment www.prima-coffee.com/keys   Want the best plant based beverage for your coffee drinks?  www.pacificfoods.com/food-service  

Season three of the Coffee Sprudgecast! In this episode we talk to Nathanael May of Pacific Foods Barista Series, talk shop, talk about our ten year anniversary, talk about NY and LA Coffee Festivals, talk Prelims, and introduce our newest office co-worker Buckley Bonestorm.

In this very special episode, we interview some of the architects of La Marzocco USA's Crush The Rush 2 (Scott Callender, Josh Littlefield, and Liz Chai) and sponsor Nathanael May of Pacific Foods Barista Series.  Check out our coverage of the first CTR2 in Seattle, Washington right here: https://sprudgelive.com/crush-the-rush-2019-kicks-off-in-seattle/ We also briefly mention these cities: Walla Walla https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Walla_Walla,_Washington Tualatin https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tualatin,_Oregon The Coffee Sprudgecast is sponsored by IKAWA, Odeko, Hario, and Urnex Swiss Water Decaf.

In the latest episode of the Coffee Sprudgecast we talk about The Sprudge TwentyPresented by Pacific Foods Barista Series, our brand-new initiative that celebrates influential voices and leaders in coffee. In the episode we interview Nathanael May, customer marketing manager of specialty coffee for Pacific Foods and friend of the podcast. Click here to listen to our very first interview with May on the 'cast back in April of 2016. A few items discussed this week: Why is the Sprudge Twenty important right now? Why is alternative milk against the rules at barista competition? Why don't cafes have more board games? Check out The Coffee Sprudgecast on iTunes or download the episode here. The Coffee Sprudgecast is sponsored by  Oxo, Urnex Brands, Hario, IKAWA Sample Roastersand Swiss Water Decaf.  Sign up now as a subscriber to the Coffee Sprudgecast and never miss an episode.  Listen, subscribe and review The Coffee Sprudgecast on iTunes.

SHIFT BREAK #28 : On this years Thanksgiving I am so grateful for all of you listening to this show and for the amazing guests who have shared their knowledge and wisdom with us all! This is simply a note to remember gratitude as it is key to a fulfilling career.  Links: Self Care 101  Finding Joy in Coffee w/ Nathanael May

Joyfulness in our work is something we all would like more of. Nathanael May joins us to discuss how we can cultivate joy in our work in coffee. Being a barista and remaining joyful throughout the day can be challenging especially when things just seem to be going wrong. In this episode we talk about the difference between Joyfulness and happiness, Joy's important role in the cafe, how we can take control of our own joyfulness, giving joy to others, and some tips for how you can start that process. Nathanael May is the Director of Coffee and Green Buyer for Portland Roasting Coffee in Portland , OR. He is a head USBC judge, WBC judge, and a Certified Q Grader. You can find some great writing from him HERE   For the complete show notes simply click HERE and you will be directed to our resources page where you can find the downloadable PDF of this episode's main points and key take-aways. Enjoy the show! www.keystotheshop.com got comments, questions, or suggestions? Email me! Chris@keystotheshop.com 

Nathanael details moments of generosity throughout a recent trip to Guatemala that have impacted his perspective on hospitality.

Hosts Jordan Michelman and Zachary Carlsen interview Nathanael May of Portland Roasting Co. in Portland, Oregon. They discuss Portland Roasting's future plans at the Portland International Airport and talk about the complexities of judging barista competitions.  The music in this episode is performed by Alan Adler, inventor of the Aeropress, playing on a wind instrument he made himself!