http://odeo.com/channels/4724-CoffeeGeek-Podcast CoffeeGeek no A show exploring the third wave in coffee and espresso, where coffee as a culinary experience is taught, shared, and expanded on. Interviews with the brightest minds in coffee and espresso, lots of opinions, how tos, and discussions covering everything fr A show exploring the third wave in coffee and espresso, where coffee as a culinary experience is taught, shared, and expanded on. Interviews with the brightest minds in coffee and espresso, lots of opinions, how tos, and discussions covering everything fr It's about the quality of Coffee, not the Buzz. en 40 Thu, 05 Feb 2009 05:04:00 -0800 Thu, 05 Feb 2009 05:04:00 -0800 Food http://odeo.com/episodes/24058170-CoffeeGeek-Podcast-066-Vacpot-History-Part-1 New podcast is online (and it's barely been a week since 065 went up!) Questions or comments podcast@coffeegeek.com or call the voicemail line at 1-206-965-8185, or Skype to Skype - search for the CoffeeGeek username. Take your pick on how to listen: RSS MP3 Feed; RSS Enhanced Audio Feed (NEW! iTunes / iPod only)Choose your links for subscribing. Or if you prefer a direct download, here it is: CG Podcast 065 MP3 File. Apple iTunes direct link (this is the enhanced feed) Show Notes A first of two parts looking into the history of the vacuum coffee brewer. Part One covers the invention of the vacpot and the development and popularity in Europe and America through the 1940s. 00:00:36  49th Parallel Coffee is the show sponsor00:01:08  Getting in touch with us - podcast@coffeegeek.com or look for CoffeeGeek on Skype00:01:34  Introduction to the VacPot History Episode00:02:20  Research Notes and Background - Ian Bersten, Edward Bramah, B.A. Harris website, more00:08:06... New podcast is online (and it's barely been a week since 065 went up!) Questions or comments podcast@coffeegeek.com or call the voicemail line at 1-206-965-8185, or Skype to Skype - search for the CoffeeGeek username. Take your pick on how to listen: RSS MP3 Feed; RSS Enhanced Audio Feed (NEW! iTunes / iPod only)Choose your links for subscribing. Or if you prefer a direct download, here it is: CG Podcast 065 MP3 File. Apple iTunes direct link (this is the enhanced feed) Show Notes A first of two parts looking into the history of the vacuum coffee brewer. Part One covers the invention of the vacpot and the development and popularity in Europe and America through the 1940s. 00:00:36  49th Parallel Coffee is the show sponsor00:01:08  Getting in touch with us - podcast@coffeegeek.com or look for CoffeeGeek on Skype00:01:34  Introduction to the VacPot History Episode00:02:20  Research Notes and Background - Ian Bersten, Edward Bramah, B.A. Harris website, more00:08:06  Different Terminology for Vacpots00:08:31  Prehistory of Vacpots - Brewing History00:09:58  Filtration Attempts in 1700s00:12:07  Boiling Coffee as it Brews = Bad00:12:47  Steam as a Method for Brewing00:13:38  1835 - Earliest Vac Pot Designs00:14:31  Madame Vassieux's Patented French Balloon00:15:35  The Vacuum Coffee Maker Process00:19:56  Problems with Filtration and Glass00:21:24  The Balancing Siphon Coffee Brewer - First Automatic Coffee Maker!00:24:43  How Balancing Siphon Coffee Brewers Were "Automatic"00:28:27  1855-1895 - Mostly Balancing Siphons in Europe00:29:21  Siphon Coffee Comes to the US00:29:35  Pyrex is Introduced00:31:30  Spring Tension Filters = Foolproof Coffee00:33:21  Automating Household Appliances00:35:03  Farber's Coffee Robot - First Successful Electric Automatic Coffee Maker00:37:14  Sunbeam's Rise in Vacpot Designs00:39:12  Cory - Their Role in Vacpot Designs00:39:48  Silex Continues Market Dominance00:40:33  More Innovations in Filtration00:41:53  Wrapup for Part 1, Teaser for Part II00:43:26  49th Parallel Coffee is the show sponsor - buying from them helps support this podcast. Enjoy folks! New podcast is online (and it's barely been a week since 065 went up!) Questions or comments podcast@coffeegeek.com or call the voicemail line at 1-206-965-8185, or Skype to Skype - search for the CoffeeGeek username. Take your pick on how to listen: RSS MP3 Feed; RSS Enhanced Audio Feed (NEW! iTunes / iPod only)Choose your links for subscribing. Or if you prefer a direct download, here it is: CG Podcast 065 MP3 File. Apple iTunes direct link (this is the enhanced feed) Show Notes A first of two parts looking into the history of the vacuum coffee brewer. Part One covers the invention of the vacpot and the development and popularity in Europe and America through the 1940s. 00:00:36  49th Parallel Coffee is the show sponsor00:01:08  Getting in touch with us - podcast@coffeegeek.com or look for CoffeeGeek on Skype00:01:34  Introduction to the VacPot History Episode00:02:20  Research Notes and Background - Ian Bersten, Edward Bramah, B.A. Harris website, more00:08:06  Different Terminology for Vacpots00:08:31  Prehistory of Vacpots - Brewing History00:09:58  Filtration Attempts in 1700s00:12:07  Boiling Coffee as it Brews = Bad00:12:47  Steam as a Method for Brewing00:13:38  1835 - Earliest Vac Pot Designs00:14:31  Madame Vassieux's Patented French Balloon00:15:35  The Vacuum Coffee Maker Process00:19:56  Problems with Filtration and Glass00:21:24  The Balancing Siphon Coffee Brewer - First Automatic Coffee Maker!00:24:43  How Balancing Siphon Coffee Brewers Were "Automatic"00:28:27  1855-1895 - Mostly Balancing Siphons in Europe00:29:21  Siphon Coffee Comes to the US00:29:35  Pyrex is Introduced00:31:30  Spring Tension Filters = Foolproof Coffee00:33:21  Automating Household Appliances00:35:03  Farber's Coffee Robot - First Successful Electric Automatic Coffee Maker00:37:14  Sunbeam's Rise in Vacpot Designs00:39:12  Cory - Their Role in Vacpot Designs00:39:48  Silex Continues Market Dominance00:40:33  More Innovations in Filtration00:41:53  Wrapup for Part 1, Teaser for Part II00:43:26  49th Parallel Coffee is the show sponsor - buying from them helps support this podcast. Enjoy folks! tag:odeo.com,2009-02-05,24058170 Thu, 05 Feb 2009 05:04:00 -0800 no CoffeeGeek Podcast podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/24041898-CoffeeGeek-Podcast-066-Vacpot-History-Part-1 New podcast is online (and it's barely been a week since 065 went up!) Questions or comments podcast@coffeegeek.com or call the voicemail line at 1-206-965-8185, or Skype to Skype - search for the CoffeeGeek username. Take your pick on how to listen: RSS MP3 Feed; RSS Enhanced Audio Feed (NEW! iTunes / iPod only)Choose your links for subscribing. Or if you prefer a direct download, here it is: CG Podcast 065 MP3 File. Apple iTunes direct link (this is the enhanced feed) Show Notes A first of two parts looking into the history of the vacuum coffee brewer. Part One covers the invention of the vacpot and the development and popularity in Europe and America through the 1940s. 00:00:36  49th Parallel Coffee is the show sponsor00:01:08  Getting in touch with us - podcast@coffeegeek.com or look for CoffeeGeek on Skype00:01:34  Introduction to the VacPot History Episode00:02:20  Research Notes and Background - Ian Bersten, Edward Bramah, B.A. Harris website, more00:08:06... New podcast is online (and it's barely been a week since 065 went up!) Questions or comments podcast@coffeegeek.com or call the voicemail line at 1-206-965-8185, or Skype to Skype - search for the CoffeeGeek username. Take your pick on how to listen: RSS MP3 Feed; RSS Enhanced Audio Feed (NEW! iTunes / iPod only)Choose your links for subscribing. Or if you prefer a direct download, here it is: CG Podcast 065 MP3 File. Apple iTunes direct link (this is the enhanced feed) Show Notes A first of two parts looking into the history of the vacuum coffee brewer. Part One covers the invention of the vacpot and the development and popularity in Europe and America through the 1940s. 00:00:36  49th Parallel Coffee is the show sponsor00:01:08  Getting in touch with us - podcast@coffeegeek.com or look for CoffeeGeek on Skype00:01:34  Introduction to the VacPot History Episode00:02:20  Research Notes and Background - Ian Bersten, Edward Bramah, B.A. Harris website, more00:08:06  Different Terminology for Vacpots00:08:31  Prehistory of Vacpots - Brewing History00:09:58  Filtration Attempts in 1700s00:12:07  Boiling Coffee as it Brews = Bad00:12:47  Steam as a Method for Brewing00:13:38  1835 - Earliest Vac Pot Designs00:14:31  Madame Vassieux's Patented French Balloon00:15:35  The Vacuum Coffee Maker Process00:19:56  Problems with Filtration and Glass00:21:24  The Balancing Siphon Coffee Brewer - First Automatic Coffee Maker!00:24:43  How Balancing Siphon Coffee Brewers Were "Automatic"00:28:27  1855-1895 - Mostly Balancing Siphons in Europe00:29:21  Siphon Coffee Comes to the US00:29:35  Pyrex is Introduced00:31:30  Spring Tension Filters = Foolproof Coffee00:33:21  Automating Household Appliances00:35:03  Farber's Coffee Robot - First Successful Electric Automatic Coffee Maker00:37:14  Sunbeam's Rise in Vacpot Designs00:39:12  Cory - Their Role in Vacpot Designs00:39:48  Silex Continues Market Dominance00:40:33  More Innovations in Filtration00:41:53  Wrapup for Part 1, Teaser for Part II00:43:26  49th Parallel Coffee is the show sponsor - buying from them helps support this podcast. Enjoy folks! New podcast is online (and it's barely been a week since 065 went up!) Questions or comments podcast@coffeegeek.com or call the voicemail line at 1-206-965-8185, or Skype to Skype - search for the CoffeeGeek username. Take your pick on how to listen: RSS MP3 Feed; RSS Enhanced Audio Feed (NEW! iTunes / iPod only)Choose your links for subscribing. Or if you prefer a direct download, here it is: CG Podcast 065 MP3 File. Apple iTunes direct link (this is the enhanced feed) Show Notes A first of two parts looking into the history of the vacuum coffee brewer. Part One covers the invention of the vacpot and the development and popularity in Europe and America through the 1940s. 00:00:36  49th Parallel Coffee is the show sponsor00:01:08  Getting in touch with us - podcast@coffeegeek.com or look for CoffeeGeek on Skype00:01:34  Introduction to the VacPot History Episode00:02:20  Research Notes and Background - Ian Bersten, Edward Bramah, B.A. Harris website, more00:08:06  Different Terminology for Vacpots00:08:31  Prehistory of Vacpots - Brewing History00:09:58  Filtration Attempts in 1700s00:12:07  Boiling Coffee as it Brews = Bad00:12:47  Steam as a Method for Brewing00:13:38  1835 - Earliest Vac Pot Designs00:14:31  Madame Vassieux's Patented French Balloon00:15:35  The Vacuum Coffee Maker Process00:19:56  Problems with Filtration and Glass00:21:24  The Balancing Siphon Coffee Brewer - First Automatic Coffee Maker!00:24:43  How Balancing Siphon Coffee Brewers Were "Automatic"00:28:27  1855-1895 - Mostly Balancing Siphons in Europe00:29:21  Siphon Coffee Comes to the US00:29:35  Pyrex is Introduced00:31:30  Spring Tension Filters = Foolproof Coffee00:33:21  Automating Household Appliances00:35:03  Farber's Coffee Robot - First Successful Electric Automatic Coffee Maker00:37:14  Sunbeam's Rise in Vacpot Designs00:39:12  Cory - Their Role in Vacpot Designs00:39:48  Silex Continues Market Dominance00:40:33  More Innovations in Filtration00:41:53  Wrapup for Part 1, Teaser for Part II00:43:26  49th Parallel Coffee is the show sponsor - buying from them helps support this podcast. Enjoy folks! tag:odeo.com,2009-02-05,24041898 Thu, 05 Feb 2009 05:04:00 -0800 no CoffeeGeek Podcast podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/24058171-CoffeeGeek-Podcast-065-The-Vario-Grinder New podcast is online: Questions or comments podcast@coffeegeek.com or call the voicemail line at 1-206-965-8185, or Skype to Skype - search for the CoffeeGeek username. Take your pick on how to listen: RSS MP3 Feed; RSS Enhanced Audio Feed (NEW! iTunes / iPod only)Choose your links for subscribing. Or if you prefer a direct download, here it is: CG Podcast 065 MP3 File. Apple iTunes direct link (this is the enhanced feed) Show Notes In episode 65, we talk a bit about CoffeeGeek on Twitter, revisions to the CoffeeGeek website, and have a feature interview with Kyle Anderson of Baratza, makers of the new Vario grinder. 00:00   Start00:39   49th Parallel Coffee is the show sponsor03:09   Vario Grinder 04:18   CoffeeGeek Twitter Feed 06:26   Square Mile Twitter Feed 06:40   James Hoffmann on Twitter06:56   Jeff Taylor of PTs Coffee on Twitter07:41   CoffeeGeek Redesign18:00   49th Parallel Coffee commercial18:26   Feature length intervi... New podcast is online: Questions or comments podcast@coffeegeek.com or call the voicemail line at 1-206-965-8185, or Skype to Skype - search for the CoffeeGeek username. Take your pick on how to listen: RSS MP3 Feed; RSS Enhanced Audio Feed (NEW! iTunes / iPod only)Choose your links for subscribing. Or if you prefer a direct download, here it is: CG Podcast 065 MP3 File. Apple iTunes direct link (this is the enhanced feed) Show Notes In episode 65, we talk a bit about CoffeeGeek on Twitter, revisions to the CoffeeGeek website, and have a feature interview with Kyle Anderson of Baratza, makers of the new Vario grinder. 00:00   Start00:39   49th Parallel Coffee is the show sponsor03:09   Vario Grinder 04:18   CoffeeGeek Twitter Feed 06:26   Square Mile Twitter Feed 06:40   James Hoffmann on Twitter06:56   Jeff Taylor of PTs Coffee on Twitter07:41   CoffeeGeek Redesign18:00   49th Parallel Coffee commercial18:26   Feature length interview with Kyle Anderson about the Vario Grinder1:05:20   49th Parallel Coffee is the show sponsor - buying from them helps support this podcast. Enjoy folks (sorry this shownote update is late!) New podcast is online: Questions or comments podcast@coffeegeek.com or call the voicemail line at 1-206-965-8185, or Skype to Skype - search for the CoffeeGeek username. Take your pick on how to listen: RSS MP3 Feed; RSS Enhanced Audio Feed (NEW! iTunes / iPod only)Choose your links for subscribing. Or if you prefer a direct download, here it is: CG Podcast 065 MP3 File. Apple iTunes direct link (this is the enhanced feed) Show Notes In episode 65, we talk a bit about CoffeeGeek on Twitter, revisions to the CoffeeGeek website, and have a feature interview with Kyle Anderson of Baratza, makers of the new Vario grinder. 00:00   Start00:39   49th Parallel Coffee is the show sponsor03:09   Vario Grinder 04:18   CoffeeGeek Twitter Feed 06:26   Square Mile Twitter Feed 06:40   James Hoffmann on Twitter06:56   Jeff Taylor of PTs Coffee on Twitter07:41   CoffeeGeek Redesign18:00   49th Parallel Coffee commercial18:26   Feature length interview with Kyle Anderson about the Vario Grinder1:05:20   49th Parallel Coffee is the show sponsor - buying from them helps support this podcast. Enjoy folks (sorry this shownote update is late!) tag:odeo.com,2009-01-27,24058171 Tue, 27 Jan 2009 05:02:00 -0800 no CoffeeGeek Podcast podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/24041899-CoffeeGeek-Podcast-065-The-Vario-Grinder New podcast is online: Questions or comments podcast@coffeegeek.com or call the voicemail line at 1-206-965-8185, or Skype to Skype - search for the CoffeeGeek username. Take your pick on how to listen: RSS MP3 Feed; RSS Enhanced Audio Feed (NEW! iTunes / iPod only)Choose your links for subscribing. Or if you prefer a direct download, here it is: CG Podcast 065 MP3 File. Apple iTunes direct link (this is the enhanced feed) Show Notes In episode 65, we talk a bit about CoffeeGeek on Twitter, revisions to the CoffeeGeek website, and have a feature interview with Kyle Anderson of Baratza, makers of the new Vario grinder. 00:00   Start00:39   49th Parallel Coffee is the show sponsor03:09   Vario Grinder 04:18   CoffeeGeek Twitter Feed 06:26   Square Mile Twitter Feed 06:40   James Hoffmann on Twitter06:56   Jeff Taylor of PTs Coffee on Twitter07:41   CoffeeGeek Redesign18:00   49th Parallel Coffee commercial18:26   Feature length intervi... New podcast is online: Questions or comments podcast@coffeegeek.com or call the voicemail line at 1-206-965-8185, or Skype to Skype - search for the CoffeeGeek username. Take your pick on how to listen: RSS MP3 Feed; RSS Enhanced Audio Feed (NEW! iTunes / iPod only)Choose your links for subscribing. Or if you prefer a direct download, here it is: CG Podcast 065 MP3 File. Apple iTunes direct link (this is the enhanced feed) Show Notes In episode 65, we talk a bit about CoffeeGeek on Twitter, revisions to the CoffeeGeek website, and have a feature interview with Kyle Anderson of Baratza, makers of the new Vario grinder. 00:00   Start00:39   49th Parallel Coffee is the show sponsor03:09   Vario Grinder 04:18   CoffeeGeek Twitter Feed 06:26   Square Mile Twitter Feed 06:40   James Hoffmann on Twitter06:56   Jeff Taylor of PTs Coffee on Twitter07:41   CoffeeGeek Redesign18:00   49th Parallel Coffee commercial18:26   Feature length interview with Kyle Anderson about the Vario Grinder1:05:20   49th Parallel Coffee is the show sponsor - buying from them helps support this podcast. Enjoy folks (sorry this shownote update is late!) New podcast is online: Questions or comments podcast@coffeegeek.com or call the voicemail line at 1-206-965-8185, or Skype to Skype - search for the CoffeeGeek username. Take your pick on how to listen: RSS MP3 Feed; RSS Enhanced Audio Feed (NEW! iTunes / iPod only)Choose your links for subscribing. Or if you prefer a direct download, here it is: CG Podcast 065 MP3 File. Apple iTunes direct link (this is the enhanced feed) Show Notes In episode 65, we talk a bit about CoffeeGeek on Twitter, revisions to the CoffeeGeek website, and have a feature interview with Kyle Anderson of Baratza, makers of the new Vario grinder. 00:00   Start00:39   49th Parallel Coffee is the show sponsor03:09   Vario Grinder 04:18   CoffeeGeek Twitter Feed 06:26   Square Mile Twitter Feed 06:40   James Hoffmann on Twitter06:56   Jeff Taylor of PTs Coffee on Twitter07:41   CoffeeGeek Redesign18:00   49th Parallel Coffee commercial18:26   Feature length interview with Kyle Anderson about the Vario Grinder1:05:20   49th Parallel Coffee is the show sponsor - buying from them helps support this podcast. Enjoy folks (sorry this shownote update is late!) tag:odeo.com,2009-01-27,24041899 Tue, 27 Jan 2009 05:02:00 -0800 no CoffeeGeek Podcast podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/23265061-CoffeeGeek-Podcast-064-Enhanced-Carl-Sara-Rocks Questions or comments podcast@coffeegeek.com or call the voicemail line at 1-206-965-8185, or Skype to Skype - search for the CoffeeGeek username. Take your pick on how to listen: RSS MP3 Feed; RSS Enhanced Audio Feed (NEW! iTunes / iPod only)Choose your links for subscribing. Or if you prefer a direct download, here it is: CG Podcast 064 MP3 File. Apple iTunes direct link (this is the enhanced feed) Show Notes This episode talks about some great coffees available this summer, a new Barista outreach program from the Cup of Excellence, and a feature interview with Carl Sara. 00:00   Start00:45   Sponsored by 49th Parallel Roasters 03:29   World Barista Championship Recorded Streams 05:58   Great Coffees in the Summer Intro06:37   Mainstream Media backlash against "culinary" coffee07:41   Fox Business Video of Matt Milletto handling dump talking heads well09:12   Chicago Tribune Article about Intelligentsia ending 20oz coffee sizes12:29 &nb... Questions or comments podcast@coffeegeek.com or call the voicemail line at 1-206-965-8185, or Skype to Skype - search for the CoffeeGeek username. Take your pick on how to listen: RSS MP3 Feed; RSS Enhanced Audio Feed (NEW! iTunes / iPod only)Choose your links for subscribing. Or if you prefer a direct download, here it is: CG Podcast 064 MP3 File. Apple iTunes direct link (this is the enhanced feed) Show Notes This episode talks about some great coffees available this summer, a new Barista outreach program from the Cup of Excellence, and a feature interview with Carl Sara. 00:00   Start00:45   Sponsored by 49th Parallel Roasters 03:29   World Barista Championship Recorded Streams 05:58   Great Coffees in the Summer Intro06:37   Mainstream Media backlash against "culinary" coffee07:41   Fox Business Video of Matt Milletto handling dump talking heads well09:12   Chicago Tribune Article about Intelligentsia ending 20oz coffee sizes12:29   Commodity / Utility Coffee and Culinary Coffee can co-exist16:38   Consumers who like culinary coffee - less than 20%?19:51   Breaking down the top 20% of coffee drinkers25:38   The iced espresso debate30:10   Commodity coffee and culinary coffee have their place.32:27   Cup of Excellence Barista Program37:43   Great Coffees for July and August!38:08   Esmeralda Microlot Batch 8 from Counter Culture Coffee 39:40   Summer Solstace Blend and Kenya Gauriri Auction lot from Intelligentsia Coffee 41:17   Kenya AA Ruiru Auction Lot from Batdorf and Bronson 42:23   Sumatra Blue Batak Peaberry from Great Plains Coffee Roasters 43:55   Sponsored by 49th Parallel Roasters 44:16   Next episode - exclusive reviews of 49th Parallel Coffees45:07   Interview with Carl Sara1:22:29   Show Wrapup Enjoy! Questions or comments podcast@coffeegeek.com or call the voicemail line at 1-206-965-8185, or Skype to Skype - search for the CoffeeGeek username. Take your pick on how to listen: RSS MP3 Feed; RSS Enhanced Audio Feed (NEW! iTunes / iPod only)Choose your links for subscribing. Or if you prefer a direct download, here it is: CG Podcast 064 MP3 File. Apple iTunes direct link (this is the enhanced feed) Show Notes This episode talks about some great coffees available this summer, a new Barista outreach program from the Cup of Excellence, and a feature interview with Carl Sara. 00:00   Start00:45   Sponsored by 49th Parallel Roasters 03:29   World Barista Championship Recorded Streams 05:58   Great Coffees in the Summer Intro06:37   Mainstream Media backlash against "culinary" coffee07:41   Fox Business Video of Matt Milletto handling dump talking heads well09:12   Chicago Tribune Article about Intelligentsia ending 20oz coffee sizes12:29   Commodity / Utility Coffee and Culinary Coffee can co-exist16:38   Consumers who like culinary coffee - less than 20%?19:51   Breaking down the top 20% of coffee drinkers25:38   The iced espresso debate30:10   Commodity coffee and culinary coffee have their place.32:27   Cup of Excellence Barista Program37:43   Great Coffees for July and August!38:08   Esmeralda Microlot Batch 8 from Counter Culture Coffee 39:40   Summer Solstace Blend and Kenya Gauriri Auction lot from Intelligentsia Coffee 41:17   Kenya AA Ruiru Auction Lot from Batdorf and Bronson 42:23   Sumatra Blue Batak Peaberry from Great Plains Coffee Roasters 43:55   Sponsored by 49th Parallel Roasters 44:16   Next episode - exclusive reviews of 49th Parallel Coffees45:07   Interview with Carl Sara1:22:29   Show Wrapup Enjoy! tag:odeo.com,2008-08-09,23265061 Sat, 09 Aug 2008 01:05:00 -0700 no CoffeeGeek Podcast podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/23290454-CoffeeGeek-Podcast-064-Enhanced-Carl-Sara-Rocks Questions or comments podcast@coffeegeek.com or call the voicemail line at 1-206-965-8185, or Skype to Skype - search for the CoffeeGeek username. Take your pick on how to listen: RSS MP3 Feed; RSS Enhanced Audio Feed (NEW! iTunes / iPod only)Choose your links for subscribing. Or if you prefer a direct download, here it is: CG Podcast 064 MP3 File. Apple iTunes direct link (this is the enhanced feed) Show Notes This episode talks about some great coffees available this summer, a new Barista outreach program from the Cup of Excellence, and a feature interview with Carl Sara. 00:00   Start00:45   Sponsored by 49th Parallel Roasters 03:29   World Barista Championship Recorded Streams 05:58   Great Coffees in the Summer Intro06:37   Mainstream Media backlash against "culinary" coffee07:41   Fox Business Video of Matt Milletto handling dump talking heads well09:12   Chicago Tribune Article about Intelligentsia ending 20oz coffee sizes12:29 &nb... Questions or comments podcast@coffeegeek.com or call the voicemail line at 1-206-965-8185, or Skype to Skype - search for the CoffeeGeek username. Take your pick on how to listen: RSS MP3 Feed; RSS Enhanced Audio Feed (NEW! iTunes / iPod only)Choose your links for subscribing. Or if you prefer a direct download, here it is: CG Podcast 064 MP3 File. Apple iTunes direct link (this is the enhanced feed) Show Notes This episode talks about some great coffees available this summer, a new Barista outreach program from the Cup of Excellence, and a feature interview with Carl Sara. 00:00   Start00:45   Sponsored by 49th Parallel Roasters 03:29   World Barista Championship Recorded Streams 05:58   Great Coffees in the Summer Intro06:37   Mainstream Media backlash against "culinary" coffee07:41   Fox Business Video of Matt Milletto handling dump talking heads well09:12   Chicago Tribune Article about Intelligentsia ending 20oz coffee sizes12:29   Commodity / Utility Coffee and Culinary Coffee can co-exist16:38   Consumers who like culinary coffee - less than 20%?19:51   Breaking down the top 20% of coffee drinkers25:38   The iced espresso debate30:10   Commodity coffee and culinary coffee have their place.32:27   Cup of Excellence Barista Program37:43   Great Coffees for July and August!38:08   Esmeralda Microlot Batch 8 from Counter Culture Coffee 39:40   Summer Solstace Blend and Kenya Gauriri Auction lot from Intelligentsia Coffee 41:17   Kenya AA Ruiru Auction Lot from Batdorf and Bronson 42:23   Sumatra Blue Batak Peaberry from Great Plains Coffee Roasters 43:55   Sponsored by 49th Parallel Roasters 44:16   Next episode - exclusive reviews of 49th Parallel Coffees45:07   Interview with Carl Sara1:22:29   Show Wrapup Enjoy! Questions or comments podcast@coffeegeek.com or call the voicemail line at 1-206-965-8185, or Skype to Skype - search for the CoffeeGeek username. Take your pick on how to listen: RSS MP3 Feed; RSS Enhanced Audio Feed (NEW! iTunes / iPod only)Choose your links for subscribing. Or if you prefer a direct download, here it is: CG Podcast 064 MP3 File. Apple iTunes direct link (this is the enhanced feed) Show Notes This episode talks about some great coffees available this summer, a new Barista outreach program from the Cup of Excellence, and a feature interview with Carl Sara. 00:00   Start00:45   Sponsored by 49th Parallel Roasters 03:29   World Barista Championship Recorded Streams 05:58   Great Coffees in the Summer Intro06:37   Mainstream Media backlash against "culinary" coffee07:41   Fox Business Video of Matt Milletto handling dump talking heads well09:12   Chicago Tribune Article about Intelligentsia ending 20oz coffee sizes12:29   Commodity / Utility Coffee and Culinary Coffee can co-exist16:38   Consumers who like culinary coffee - less than 20%?19:51   Breaking down the top 20% of coffee drinkers25:38   The iced espresso debate30:10   Commodity coffee and culinary coffee have their place.32:27   Cup of Excellence Barista Program37:43   Great Coffees for July and August!38:08   Esmeralda Microlot Batch 8 from Counter Culture Coffee 39:40   Summer Solstace Blend and Kenya Gauriri Auction lot from Intelligentsia Coffee 41:17   Kenya AA Ruiru Auction Lot from Batdorf and Bronson 42:23   Sumatra Blue Batak Peaberry from Great Plains Coffee Roasters 43:55   Sponsored by 49th Parallel Roasters 44:16   Next episode - exclusive reviews of 49th Parallel Coffees45:07   Interview with Carl Sara1:22:29   Show Wrapup Enjoy! tag:odeo.com,2008-08-09,23290454 Sat, 09 Aug 2008 01:05:00 -0700 no CoffeeGeek Podcast podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/23265065-CoffeeGeek-Podcast-064-Carl-Sara-Rocks Questions or comments podcast@coffeegeek.com or call the voicemail line at 1-206-965-8185, or Skype to Skype - search for the CoffeeGeek username. Take your pick on how to listen: RSS MP3 Feed; RSS Enhanced Audio Feed (NEW! iTunes / iPod only) Choose your links for subscribing. Or if you prefer a direct download, here it is: CG Podcast 064 MP3 File. Apple iTunes direct link (this is the enhanced feed) Show Notes This episode talks about some great coffees available this summer, a new Barista outreach program from the Cup of Excellence, and a feature interview with Carl Sara. 00:00   Start 00:45   Sponsored by 49th Parallel Roasters 03:29   World Barista Championship Recorded Streams 05:58   Great Coffees in the Summer Intro 06:37   Mainstream Media backlash against "culinary" coffee 07:41   Fox Business Video of Matt Milletto handling dump talking heads well 09:12   Chicago Tribune Article about Intelligentsia ending 20oz coffee sizes 12:... Questions or comments podcast@coffeegeek.com or call the voicemail line at 1-206-965-8185, or Skype to Skype - search for the CoffeeGeek username. Take your pick on how to listen: RSS MP3 Feed; RSS Enhanced Audio Feed (NEW! iTunes / iPod only) Choose your links for subscribing. Or if you prefer a direct download, here it is: CG Podcast 064 MP3 File. Apple iTunes direct link (this is the enhanced feed) Show Notes This episode talks about some great coffees available this summer, a new Barista outreach program from the Cup of Excellence, and a feature interview with Carl Sara. 00:00   Start 00:45   Sponsored by 49th Parallel Roasters 03:29   World Barista Championship Recorded Streams 05:58   Great Coffees in the Summer Intro 06:37   Mainstream Media backlash against "culinary" coffee 07:41   Fox Business Video of Matt Milletto handling dump talking heads well 09:12   Chicago Tribune Article about Intelligentsia ending 20oz coffee sizes 12:29   Commodity / Utility Coffee and Culinary Coffee can co-exist 16:38   Consumers who like culinary coffee - less than 20%? 19:51   Breaking down the top 20% of coffee drinkers 25:38   The iced espresso debate 30:10   Commodity coffee and culinary coffee have their place. 32:27   Cup of Excellence Barista Program 37:43   Great Coffees for July and August! 38:08   Esmeralda Microlot Batch 8 from Counter Culture Coffee 39:40   Summer Solstace Blend and Kenya Gauriri Auction lot from Intelligentsia Coffee 41:17   Kenya AA Ruiru Auction Lot from Batdorf and Bronson 42:23   Sumatra Blue Batak Peaberry from Great Plains Coffee Roasters 43:55   Sponsored by 49th Parallel Roasters 44:16   Next episode - exclusive reviews of 49th Parallel Coffees 45:07   Interview with Carl Sara 1:22:29   Show Wrapup Questions or comments podcast@coffeegeek.com or call the voicemail line at 1-206-965-8185, or Skype to Skype - search for the CoffeeGeek username. Take your pick on how to listen: RSS MP3 Feed; RSS Enhanced Audio Feed (NEW! iTunes / iPod only) Choose your links for subscribing. Or if you prefer a direct download, here it is: CG Podcast 064 MP3 File. Apple iTunes direct link (this is the enhanced feed) Show Notes This episode talks about some great coffees available this summer, a new Barista outreach program from the Cup of Excellence, and a feature interview with Carl Sara. 00:00   Start 00:45   Sponsored by 49th Parallel Roasters 03:29   World Barista Championship Recorded Streams 05:58   Great Coffees in the Summer Intro 06:37   Mainstream Media backlash against "culinary" coffee 07:41   Fox Business Video of Matt Milletto handling dump talking heads well 09:12   Chicago Tribune Article about Intelligentsia ending 20oz coffee sizes 12:29   Commodity / Utility Coffee and Culinary Coffee can co-exist 16:38   Consumers who like culinary coffee - less than 20%? 19:51   Breaking down the top 20% of coffee drinkers 25:38   The iced espresso debate 30:10   Commodity coffee and culinary coffee have their place. 32:27   Cup of Excellence Barista Program 37:43   Great Coffees for July and August! 38:08   Esmeralda Microlot Batch 8 from Counter Culture Coffee 39:40   Summer Solstace Blend and Kenya Gauriri Auction lot from Intelligentsia Coffee 41:17   Kenya AA Ruiru Auction Lot from Batdorf and Bronson 42:23   Sumatra Blue Batak Peaberry from Great Plains Coffee Roasters 43:55   Sponsored by 49th Parallel Roasters 44:16   Next episode - exclusive reviews of 49th Parallel Coffees 45:07   Interview with Carl Sara 1:22:29   Show Wrapup tag:odeo.com,2008-08-09,23265065 Sat, 09 Aug 2008 01:04:00 -0700 no CoffeeGeek Podcast podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/23290466-CoffeeGeek-Podcast-064-Carl-Sara-Rocks Questions or comments podcast@coffeegeek.com or call the voicemail line at 1-206-965-8185, or Skype to Skype - search for the CoffeeGeek username. Take your pick on how to listen: RSS MP3 Feed; RSS Enhanced Audio Feed (NEW! iTunes / iPod only) Choose your links for subscribing. Or if you prefer a direct download, here it is: CG Podcast 064 MP3 File. Apple iTunes direct link (this is the enhanced feed) Show Notes This episode talks about some great coffees available this summer, a new Barista outreach program from the Cup of Excellence, and a feature interview with Carl Sara. 00:00   Start 00:45   Sponsored by 49th Parallel Roasters 03:29   World Barista Championship Recorded Streams 05:58   Great Coffees in the Summer Intro 06:37   Mainstream Media backlash against "culinary" coffee 07:41   Fox Business Video of Matt Milletto handling dump talking heads well 09:12   Chicago Tribune Article about Intelligentsia ending 20oz coffee sizes 12:... Questions or comments podcast@coffeegeek.com or call the voicemail line at 1-206-965-8185, or Skype to Skype - search for the CoffeeGeek username. Take your pick on how to listen: RSS MP3 Feed; RSS Enhanced Audio Feed (NEW! iTunes / iPod only) Choose your links for subscribing. Or if you prefer a direct download, here it is: CG Podcast 064 MP3 File. Apple iTunes direct link (this is the enhanced feed) Show Notes This episode talks about some great coffees available this summer, a new Barista outreach program from the Cup of Excellence, and a feature interview with Carl Sara. 00:00   Start 00:45   Sponsored by 49th Parallel Roasters 03:29   World Barista Championship Recorded Streams 05:58   Great Coffees in the Summer Intro 06:37   Mainstream Media backlash against "culinary" coffee 07:41   Fox Business Video of Matt Milletto handling dump talking heads well 09:12   Chicago Tribune Article about Intelligentsia ending 20oz coffee sizes 12:29   Commodity / Utility Coffee and Culinary Coffee can co-exist 16:38   Consumers who like culinary coffee - less than 20%? 19:51   Breaking down the top 20% of coffee drinkers 25:38   The iced espresso debate 30:10   Commodity coffee and culinary coffee have their place. 32:27   Cup of Excellence Barista Program 37:43   Great Coffees for July and August! 38:08   Esmeralda Microlot Batch 8 from Counter Culture Coffee 39:40   Summer Solstace Blend and Kenya Gauriri Auction lot from Intelligentsia Coffee 41:17   Kenya AA Ruiru Auction Lot from Batdorf and Bronson 42:23   Sumatra Blue Batak Peaberry from Great Plains Coffee Roasters 43:55   Sponsored by 49th Parallel Roasters 44:16   Next episode - exclusive reviews of 49th Parallel Coffees 45:07   Interview with Carl Sara 1:22:29   Show Wrapup Questions or comments podcast@coffeegeek.com or call the voicemail line at 1-206-965-8185, or Skype to Skype - search for the CoffeeGeek username. Take your pick on how to listen: RSS MP3 Feed; RSS Enhanced Audio Feed (NEW! iTunes / iPod only) Choose your links for subscribing. Or if you prefer a direct download, here it is: CG Podcast 064 MP3 File. Apple iTunes direct link (this is the enhanced feed) Show Notes This episode talks about some great coffees available this summer, a new Barista outreach program from the Cup of Excellence, and a feature interview with Carl Sara. 00:00   Start 00:45   Sponsored by 49th Parallel Roasters 03:29   World Barista Championship Recorded Streams 05:58   Great Coffees in the Summer Intro 06:37   Mainstream Media backlash against "culinary" coffee 07:41   Fox Business Video of Matt Milletto handling dump talking heads well 09:12   Chicago Tribune Article about Intelligentsia ending 20oz coffee sizes 12:29   Commodity / Utility Coffee and Culinary Coffee can co-exist 16:38   Consumers who like culinary coffee - less than 20%? 19:51   Breaking down the top 20% of coffee drinkers 25:38   The iced espresso debate 30:10   Commodity coffee and culinary coffee have their place. 32:27   Cup of Excellence Barista Program 37:43   Great Coffees for July and August! 38:08   Esmeralda Microlot Batch 8 from Counter Culture Coffee 39:40   Summer Solstace Blend and Kenya Gauriri Auction lot from Intelligentsia Coffee 41:17   Kenya AA Ruiru Auction Lot from Batdorf and Bronson 42:23   Sumatra Blue Batak Peaberry from Great Plains Coffee Roasters 43:55   Sponsored by 49th Parallel Roasters 44:16   Next episode - exclusive reviews of 49th Parallel Coffees 45:07   Interview with Carl Sara 1:22:29   Show Wrapup tag:odeo.com,2008-08-09,23290466 Sat, 09 Aug 2008 01:04:00 -0700 no CoffeeGeek Podcast podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/23265069-CG-Podcast-063-Enhanced-Post-SCAA-Show-and-George-Howell New podcast is online: Questions or comments podcast@coffeegeek.com or call the voicemail line at 1-206-965-8185, or Skype to Skype - search for the CoffeeGeek username. Take your pick on how to listen: RSS MP3 Feed; RSS Enhanced Audio Feed (NEW! iTunes / iPod only)Choose your links for subscribing. Or if you prefer a direct download, here it is: CG Podcast 063 MP3 File. Apple iTunes direct link (this is the enhanced feed) Show Notes 00:00   Intro00:40   Sponsored by 49th Parallel Roasters 02:09   SCAA Minneapolis Post Show Report02:28   Show Reports on CoffeeGeek03:39   Elektra Nino at SCAA05:04   Baratza Vario Grinder at SCAA12:18   Great grinder for restaurants13:22   Hottop Coffee Roaster 16:14   Ascaso Espresso Machines 19:32   Whole Latte Love at the SCAA20:57   Handpresso Manual Espresso Maker22:34   Mark goes on a USBC RANT!28:45   SCAA Wrapup29:03   49th Parallel Roasters 29:34   Connecting Worlds: T... New podcast is online: Questions or comments podcast@coffeegeek.com or call the voicemail line at 1-206-965-8185, or Skype to Skype - search for the CoffeeGeek username. Take your pick on how to listen: RSS MP3 Feed; RSS Enhanced Audio Feed (NEW! iTunes / iPod only)Choose your links for subscribing. Or if you prefer a direct download, here it is: CG Podcast 063 MP3 File. Apple iTunes direct link (this is the enhanced feed) Show Notes 00:00   Intro00:40   Sponsored by 49th Parallel Roasters 02:09   SCAA Minneapolis Post Show Report02:28   Show Reports on CoffeeGeek03:39   Elektra Nino at SCAA05:04   Baratza Vario Grinder at SCAA12:18   Great grinder for restaurants13:22   Hottop Coffee Roaster 16:14   Ascaso Espresso Machines 19:32   Whole Latte Love at the SCAA20:57   Handpresso Manual Espresso Maker22:34   Mark goes on a USBC RANT!28:45   SCAA Wrapup29:03   49th Parallel Roasters 29:34   Connecting Worlds: The Coffee Trail, a Photo Book31:57   Interview with George Howell32:42   George talks about Connecting Worlds: The Coffee Trail39:14   Vacuum packing green coffee, a growing trend43:50   Wine analogies with coffee46:36   "Blends hide the farmer" - George explains51:13   Can espresso blends ever celebrate the farmer as much as s/o does?57:19   Cup of Excellence discussion58:24   Trends in coffee - farm names vs. brand names1:01:09   Terroir Coffee - New coffees1:09:48   Show wrapup - did Mark get punked? (I think he did). New podcast is online: Questions or comments podcast@coffeegeek.com or call the voicemail line at 1-206-965-8185, or Skype to Skype - search for the CoffeeGeek username. Take your pick on how to listen: RSS MP3 Feed; RSS Enhanced Audio Feed (NEW! iTunes / iPod only)Choose your links for subscribing. Or if you prefer a direct download, here it is: CG Podcast 063 MP3 File. Apple iTunes direct link (this is the enhanced feed) Show Notes 00:00   Intro00:40   Sponsored by 49th Parallel Roasters 02:09   SCAA Minneapolis Post Show Report02:28   Show Reports on CoffeeGeek03:39   Elektra Nino at SCAA05:04   Baratza Vario Grinder at SCAA12:18   Great grinder for restaurants13:22   Hottop Coffee Roaster 16:14   Ascaso Espresso Machines 19:32   Whole Latte Love at the SCAA20:57   Handpresso Manual Espresso Maker22:34   Mark goes on a USBC RANT!28:45   SCAA Wrapup29:03   49th Parallel Roasters 29:34   Connecting Worlds: The Coffee Trail, a Photo Book31:57   Interview with George Howell32:42   George talks about Connecting Worlds: The Coffee Trail39:14   Vacuum packing green coffee, a growing trend43:50   Wine analogies with coffee46:36   "Blends hide the farmer" - George explains51:13   Can espresso blends ever celebrate the farmer as much as s/o does?57:19   Cup of Excellence discussion58:24   Trends in coffee - farm names vs. brand names1:01:09   Terroir Coffee - New coffees1:09:48   Show wrapup - did Mark get punked? (I think he did). tag:odeo.com,2008-06-10,23265069 Tue, 10 Jun 2008 02:59:00 -0700 no CoffeeGeek Podcast podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/23290470-CG-Podcast-063-Enhanced-Post-SCAA-Show-and-George-Howell New podcast is online: Questions or comments podcast@coffeegeek.com or call the voicemail line at 1-206-965-8185, or Skype to Skype - search for the CoffeeGeek username. Take your pick on how to listen: RSS MP3 Feed; RSS Enhanced Audio Feed (NEW! iTunes / iPod only)Choose your links for subscribing. Or if you prefer a direct download, here it is: CG Podcast 063 MP3 File. Apple iTunes direct link (this is the enhanced feed) Show Notes 00:00   Intro00:40   Sponsored by 49th Parallel Roasters 02:09   SCAA Minneapolis Post Show Report02:28   Show Reports on CoffeeGeek03:39   Elektra Nino at SCAA05:04   Baratza Vario Grinder at SCAA12:18   Great grinder for restaurants13:22   Hottop Coffee Roaster 16:14   Ascaso Espresso Machines 19:32   Whole Latte Love at the SCAA20:57   Handpresso Manual Espresso Maker22:34   Mark goes on a USBC RANT!28:45   SCAA Wrapup29:03   49th Parallel Roasters 29:34   Connecting Worlds: T... New podcast is online: Questions or comments podcast@coffeegeek.com or call the voicemail line at 1-206-965-8185, or Skype to Skype - search for the CoffeeGeek username. Take your pick on how to listen: RSS MP3 Feed; RSS Enhanced Audio Feed (NEW! iTunes / iPod only)Choose your links for subscribing. Or if you prefer a direct download, here it is: CG Podcast 063 MP3 File. Apple iTunes direct link (this is the enhanced feed) Show Notes 00:00   Intro00:40   Sponsored by 49th Parallel Roasters 02:09   SCAA Minneapolis Post Show Report02:28   Show Reports on CoffeeGeek03:39   Elektra Nino at SCAA05:04   Baratza Vario Grinder at SCAA12:18   Great grinder for restaurants13:22   Hottop Coffee Roaster 16:14   Ascaso Espresso Machines 19:32   Whole Latte Love at the SCAA20:57   Handpresso Manual Espresso Maker22:34   Mark goes on a USBC RANT!28:45   SCAA Wrapup29:03   49th Parallel Roasters 29:34   Connecting Worlds: The Coffee Trail, a Photo Book31:57   Interview with George Howell32:42   George talks about Connecting Worlds: The Coffee Trail39:14   Vacuum packing green coffee, a growing trend43:50   Wine analogies with coffee46:36   "Blends hide the farmer" - George explains51:13   Can espresso blends ever celebrate the farmer as much as s/o does?57:19   Cup of Excellence discussion58:24   Trends in coffee - farm names vs. brand names1:01:09   Terroir Coffee - New coffees1:09:48   Show wrapup - did Mark get punked? (I think he did). New podcast is online: Questions or comments podcast@coffeegeek.com or call the voicemail line at 1-206-965-8185, or Skype to Skype - search for the CoffeeGeek username. Take your pick on how to listen: RSS MP3 Feed; RSS Enhanced Audio Feed (NEW! iTunes / iPod only)Choose your links for subscribing. Or if you prefer a direct download, here it is: CG Podcast 063 MP3 File. Apple iTunes direct link (this is the enhanced feed) Show Notes 00:00   Intro00:40   Sponsored by 49th Parallel Roasters 02:09   SCAA Minneapolis Post Show Report02:28   Show Reports on CoffeeGeek03:39   Elektra Nino at SCAA05:04   Baratza Vario Grinder at SCAA12:18   Great grinder for restaurants13:22   Hottop Coffee Roaster 16:14   Ascaso Espresso Machines 19:32   Whole Latte Love at the SCAA20:57   Handpresso Manual Espresso Maker22:34   Mark goes on a USBC RANT!28:45   SCAA Wrapup29:03   49th Parallel Roasters 29:34   Connecting Worlds: The Coffee Trail, a Photo Book31:57   Interview with George Howell32:42   George talks about Connecting Worlds: The Coffee Trail39:14   Vacuum packing green coffee, a growing trend43:50   Wine analogies with coffee46:36   "Blends hide the farmer" - George explains51:13   Can espresso blends ever celebrate the farmer as much as s/o does?57:19   Cup of Excellence discussion58:24   Trends in coffee - farm names vs. brand names1:01:09   Terroir Coffee - New coffees1:09:48   Show wrapup - did Mark get punked? (I think he did). tag:odeo.com,2008-06-10,23290470 Tue, 10 Jun 2008 02:59:00 -0700 no CoffeeGeek Podcast podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/23265073-CG-Podcast-063-MP3-Post-SCAA-Show-and-George-Howell New podcast is online: Questions or comments podcast@coffeegeek.com or call the voicemail line at 1-206-965-8185, or Skype to Skype - search for the CoffeeGeek username. Take your pick on how to listen: RSS MP3 Feed; RSS Enhanced Audio Feed (NEW! iTunes / iPod only)Choose your links for subscribing. Or if you prefer a direct download, here it is: CG Podcast 063 MP3 File. Apple iTunes direct link (this is the enhanced feed) Show Notes 00:00   Intro00:40   Sponsored by 49th Parallel Roasters 02:09   SCAA Minneapolis Post Show Report02:28   Show Reports on CoffeeGeek03:39   Elektra Nino at SCAA05:04   Baratza Vario Grinder at SCAA12:18   Great grinder for restaurants13:22   Hottop Coffee Roaster 16:14   Ascaso Espresso Machines 19:32   Whole Latte Love at the SCAA20:57   Handpresso Manual Espresso Maker22:34   Mark goes on a USBC RANT!28:45   SCAA Wrapup29:03   49th Parallel Roasters 29:34   Connecting Worlds: T... New podcast is online: Questions or comments podcast@coffeegeek.com or call the voicemail line at 1-206-965-8185, or Skype to Skype - search for the CoffeeGeek username. Take your pick on how to listen: RSS MP3 Feed; RSS Enhanced Audio Feed (NEW! iTunes / iPod only)Choose your links for subscribing. Or if you prefer a direct download, here it is: CG Podcast 063 MP3 File. Apple iTunes direct link (this is the enhanced feed) Show Notes 00:00   Intro00:40   Sponsored by 49th Parallel Roasters 02:09   SCAA Minneapolis Post Show Report02:28   Show Reports on CoffeeGeek03:39   Elektra Nino at SCAA05:04   Baratza Vario Grinder at SCAA12:18   Great grinder for restaurants13:22   Hottop Coffee Roaster 16:14   Ascaso Espresso Machines 19:32   Whole Latte Love at the SCAA20:57   Handpresso Manual Espresso Maker22:34   Mark goes on a USBC RANT!28:45   SCAA Wrapup29:03   49th Parallel Roasters 29:34   Connecting Worlds: The Coffee Trail, a Photo Book31:57   Interview with George Howell32:42   George talks about Connecting Worlds: The Coffee Trail39:14   Vacuum packing green coffee, a growing trend43:50   Wine analogies with coffee46:36   "Blends hide the farmer" - George explains51:13   Can espresso blends ever celebrate the farmer as much as s/o does?57:19   Cup of Excellence discussion58:24   Trends in coffee - farm names vs. brand names1:01:09   Terroir Coffee - New coffees1:09:48   Show wrapup - did Mark get punked? (I think he did). New podcast is online: Questions or comments podcast@coffeegeek.com or call the voicemail line at 1-206-965-8185, or Skype to Skype - search for the CoffeeGeek username. Take your pick on how to listen: RSS MP3 Feed; RSS Enhanced Audio Feed (NEW! iTunes / iPod only)Choose your links for subscribing. Or if you prefer a direct download, here it is: CG Podcast 063 MP3 File. Apple iTunes direct link (this is the enhanced feed) Show Notes 00:00   Intro00:40   Sponsored by 49th Parallel Roasters 02:09   SCAA Minneapolis Post Show Report02:28   Show Reports on CoffeeGeek03:39   Elektra Nino at SCAA05:04   Baratza Vario Grinder at SCAA12:18   Great grinder for restaurants13:22   Hottop Coffee Roaster 16:14   Ascaso Espresso Machines 19:32   Whole Latte Love at the SCAA20:57   Handpresso Manual Espresso Maker22:34   Mark goes on a USBC RANT!28:45   SCAA Wrapup29:03   49th Parallel Roasters 29:34   Connecting Worlds: The Coffee Trail, a Photo Book31:57   Interview with George Howell32:42   George talks about Connecting Worlds: The Coffee Trail39:14   Vacuum packing green coffee, a growing trend43:50   Wine analogies with coffee46:36   "Blends hide the farmer" - George explains51:13   Can espresso blends ever celebrate the farmer as much as s/o does?57:19   Cup of Excellence discussion58:24   Trends in coffee - farm names vs. brand names1:01:09   Terroir Coffee - New coffees1:09:48   Show wrapup - did Mark get punked? (I think he did). tag:odeo.com,2008-06-10,23265073 Tue, 10 Jun 2008 02:57:00 -0700 no CoffeeGeek Podcast podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/23290474-CG-Podcast-063-MP3-Post-SCAA-Show-and-George-Howell New podcast is online: Questions or comments podcast@coffeegeek.com or call the voicemail line at 1-206-965-8185, or Skype to Skype - search for the CoffeeGeek username. Take your pick on how to listen: RSS MP3 Feed; RSS Enhanced Audio Feed (NEW! iTunes / iPod only)Choose your links for subscribing. Or if you prefer a direct download, here it is: CG Podcast 063 MP3 File. Apple iTunes direct link (this is the enhanced feed) Show Notes 00:00   Intro00:40   Sponsored by 49th Parallel Roasters 02:09   SCAA Minneapolis Post Show Report02:28   Show Reports on CoffeeGeek03:39   Elektra Nino at SCAA05:04   Baratza Vario Grinder at SCAA12:18   Great grinder for restaurants13:22   Hottop Coffee Roaster 16:14   Ascaso Espresso Machines 19:32   Whole Latte Love at the SCAA20:57   Handpresso Manual Espresso Maker22:34   Mark goes on a USBC RANT!28:45   SCAA Wrapup29:03   49th Parallel Roasters 29:34   Connecting Worlds: T... New podcast is online: Questions or comments podcast@coffeegeek.com or call the voicemail line at 1-206-965-8185, or Skype to Skype - search for the CoffeeGeek username. Take your pick on how to listen: RSS MP3 Feed; RSS Enhanced Audio Feed (NEW! iTunes / iPod only)Choose your links for subscribing. Or if you prefer a direct download, here it is: CG Podcast 063 MP3 File. Apple iTunes direct link (this is the enhanced feed) Show Notes 00:00   Intro00:40   Sponsored by 49th Parallel Roasters 02:09   SCAA Minneapolis Post Show Report02:28   Show Reports on CoffeeGeek03:39   Elektra Nino at SCAA05:04   Baratza Vario Grinder at SCAA12:18   Great grinder for restaurants13:22   Hottop Coffee Roaster 16:14   Ascaso Espresso Machines 19:32   Whole Latte Love at the SCAA20:57   Handpresso Manual Espresso Maker22:34   Mark goes on a USBC RANT!28:45   SCAA Wrapup29:03   49th Parallel Roasters 29:34   Connecting Worlds: The Coffee Trail, a Photo Book31:57   Interview with George Howell32:42   George talks about Connecting Worlds: The Coffee Trail39:14   Vacuum packing green coffee, a growing trend43:50   Wine analogies with coffee46:36   "Blends hide the farmer" - George explains51:13   Can espresso blends ever celebrate the farmer as much as s/o does?57:19   Cup of Excellence discussion58:24   Trends in coffee - farm names vs. brand names1:01:09   Terroir Coffee - New coffees1:09:48   Show wrapup - did Mark get punked? (I think he did). New podcast is online: Questions or comments podcast@coffeegeek.com or call the voicemail line at 1-206-965-8185, or Skype to Skype - search for the CoffeeGeek username. Take your pick on how to listen: RSS MP3 Feed; RSS Enhanced Audio Feed (NEW! iTunes / iPod only)Choose your links for subscribing. Or if you prefer a direct download, here it is: CG Podcast 063 MP3 File. Apple iTunes direct link (this is the enhanced feed) Show Notes 00:00   Intro00:40   Sponsored by 49th Parallel Roasters 02:09   SCAA Minneapolis Post Show Report02:28   Show Reports on CoffeeGeek03:39   Elektra Nino at SCAA05:04   Baratza Vario Grinder at SCAA12:18   Great grinder for restaurants13:22   Hottop Coffee Roaster 16:14   Ascaso Espresso Machines 19:32   Whole Latte Love at the SCAA20:57   Handpresso Manual Espresso Maker22:34   Mark goes on a USBC RANT!28:45   SCAA Wrapup29:03   49th Parallel Roasters 29:34   Connecting Worlds: The Coffee Trail, a Photo Book31:57   Interview with George Howell32:42   George talks about Connecting Worlds: The Coffee Trail39:14   Vacuum packing green coffee, a growing trend43:50   Wine analogies with coffee46:36   "Blends hide the farmer" - George explains51:13   Can espresso blends ever celebrate the farmer as much as s/o does?57:19   Cup of Excellence discussion58:24   Trends in coffee - farm names vs. brand names1:01:09   Terroir Coffee - New coffees1:09:48   Show wrapup - did Mark get punked? (I think he did). tag:odeo.com,2008-06-10,23290474 Tue, 10 Jun 2008 02:57:00 -0700 no CoffeeGeek Podcast podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/23265077-CoffeeGeek-Podcast-062-God-in-a-Cup Mark interviews Michaele Weissman in this feature interview of the author of the book God in a Cup. Michaele's blog is at http://michaeleweissmanwrites.com/godinacupofcoffee/ Mark interviews Michaele Weissman in this feature interview of the author of the book God in a Cup. Michaele's blog is at http://michaeleweissmanwrites.com/godinacupofcoffee/ Mark interviews Michaele Weissman in this feature interview of the author of the book God in a Cup. Michaele's blog is at http://michaeleweissmanwrites.com/godinacupofcoffee/ tag:odeo.com,2008-05-28,23265077 Wed, 28 May 2008 14:16:00 -0700 no CoffeeGeek Podcast podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/23290478-CoffeeGeek-Podcast-062-God-in-a-Cup Mark interviews Michaele Weissman in this feature interview of the author of the book God in a Cup. Michaele's blog is at http://michaeleweissmanwrites.com/godinacupofcoffee/ Mark interviews Michaele Weissman in this feature interview of the author of the book God in a Cup. Michaele's blog is at http://michaeleweissmanwrites.com/godinacupofcoffee/ Mark interviews Michaele Weissman in this feature interview of the author of the book God in a Cup. Michaele's blog is at http://michaeleweissmanwrites.com/godinacupofcoffee/ tag:odeo.com,2008-05-28,23290478 Wed, 28 May 2008 14:16:00 -0700 no CoffeeGeek Podcast podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/18238453-CoffeeGeek-060-MP3-Getting-Caught-Up tag:odeo.com,2008-01-11,18238453 Fri, 11 Jan 2008 11:13:00 -0800 no CoffeeGeek Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/18238403-CoffeeGeek-060-Enhanced-Getting-Caught-Up tag:odeo.com,2008-01-11,18238403 Fri, 11 Jan 2008 11:09:00 -0800 no CoffeeGeek Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/23265080-CoffeeGeek-060-MP3-Getting-Caught-Up Getting Caught Up - Mark talks about the last two months in the world of coffee, about Phuong Tran's visit to Vancouver, the January - February run to raise money for CoffeeKids, the upcoming WBC Machine certifications, and the continuing redesign of CoffeeGeek.com 00:00   Start 00:40   49th Parallel Roasters 01:22   CoffeeGeek.com 02:29   CoffeeFest 05:53   Phuong Tran visits Vancouver 07:16   Recording woes, switching to iMac and GarageBand 07:50   Enhanced Podcast Comments 08:42   Channel 4 Link 11:50   Italy vs. N. America - the Results 12:51   World Barista Championships 15:32   Other bodies already trying to set espresso and barista standards 16:24   49th Parellel Coffee Roasters 16:52   Contest - Tell us your favourite coffee moment! 18:35   Tell us about your favourite barista! Some emails. 19:16   Saluna Cafe, Paris 20:02   Intelligentsia 20:38   YouTube Video of Sean 21:10   Intellige... Getting Caught Up - Mark talks about the last two months in the world of coffee, about Phuong Tran's visit to Vancouver, the January - February run to raise money for CoffeeKids, the upcoming WBC Machine certifications, and the continuing redesign of CoffeeGeek.com 00:00   Start 00:40   49th Parallel Roasters 01:22   CoffeeGeek.com 02:29   CoffeeFest 05:53   Phuong Tran visits Vancouver 07:16   Recording woes, switching to iMac and GarageBand 07:50   Enhanced Podcast Comments 08:42   Channel 4 Link 11:50   Italy vs. N. America - the Results 12:51   World Barista Championships 15:32   Other bodies already trying to set espresso and barista standards 16:24   49th Parellel Coffee Roasters 16:52   Contest - Tell us your favourite coffee moment! 18:35   Tell us about your favourite barista! Some emails. 19:16   Saluna Cafe, Paris 20:02   Intelligentsia 20:38   YouTube Video of Sean 21:10   Intelligentsia Coffee 21:40   Profile of Anthony at Terra Keramic website 22:16   BJava Coffee and Tea 23:02   Octane Espresso Blog 24:06   Cafe de Troit - RIP 25:39   Trans Canada Adventures 27:00   Rebuilding the Faema 28:25   Coffee at the Moment 31:13   World Barista Championship Espresso and Machine Grinder Certification 36:25   49th Parallel Coffee Roasters 37:20   Further information about the Enhanced version of this podcast (compatible with iTunes / iPods / Apple TV only) Getting Caught Up - Mark talks about the last two months in the world of coffee, about Phuong Tran's visit to Vancouver, the January - February run to raise money for CoffeeKids, the upcoming WBC Machine certifications, and the continuing redesign of CoffeeGeek.com 00:00   Start 00:40   49th Parallel Roasters 01:22   CoffeeGeek.com 02:29   CoffeeFest 05:53   Phuong Tran visits Vancouver 07:16   Recording woes, switching to iMac and GarageBand 07:50   Enhanced Podcast Comments 08:42   Channel 4 Link 11:50   Italy vs. N. America - the Results 12:51   World Barista Championships 15:32   Other bodies already trying to set espresso and barista standards 16:24   49th Parellel Coffee Roasters 16:52   Contest - Tell us your favourite coffee moment! 18:35   Tell us about your favourite barista! Some emails. 19:16   Saluna Cafe, Paris 20:02   Intelligentsia 20:38   YouTube Video of Sean 21:10   Intelligentsia Coffee 21:40   Profile of Anthony at Terra Keramic website 22:16   BJava Coffee and Tea 23:02   Octane Espresso Blog 24:06   Cafe de Troit - RIP 25:39   Trans Canada Adventures 27:00   Rebuilding the Faema 28:25   Coffee at the Moment 31:13   World Barista Championship Espresso and Machine Grinder Certification 36:25   49th Parallel Coffee Roasters 37:20   Further information about the Enhanced version of this podcast (compatible with iTunes / iPods / Apple TV only) tag:odeo.com,2008-01-11,23265080 Fri, 11 Jan 2008 03:13:00 -0800 no CoffeeGeek Podcast podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/23290486-CoffeeGeek-060-MP3-Getting-Caught-Up Getting Caught Up - Mark talks about the last two months in the world of coffee, about Phuong Tran's visit to Vancouver, the January - February run to raise money for CoffeeKids, the upcoming WBC Machine certifications, and the continuing redesign of CoffeeGeek.com 00:00   Start 00:40   49th Parallel Roasters 01:22   CoffeeGeek.com 02:29   CoffeeFest 05:53   Phuong Tran visits Vancouver 07:16   Recording woes, switching to iMac and GarageBand 07:50   Enhanced Podcast Comments 08:42   Channel 4 Link 11:50   Italy vs. N. America - the Results 12:51   World Barista Championships 15:32   Other bodies already trying to set espresso and barista standards 16:24   49th Parellel Coffee Roasters 16:52   Contest - Tell us your favourite coffee moment! 18:35   Tell us about your favourite barista! Some emails. 19:16   Saluna Cafe, Paris 20:02   Intelligentsia 20:38   YouTube Video of Sean 21:10   Intellige... Getting Caught Up - Mark talks about the last two months in the world of coffee, about Phuong Tran's visit to Vancouver, the January - February run to raise money for CoffeeKids, the upcoming WBC Machine certifications, and the continuing redesign of CoffeeGeek.com 00:00   Start 00:40   49th Parallel Roasters 01:22   CoffeeGeek.com 02:29   CoffeeFest 05:53   Phuong Tran visits Vancouver 07:16   Recording woes, switching to iMac and GarageBand 07:50   Enhanced Podcast Comments 08:42   Channel 4 Link 11:50   Italy vs. N. America - the Results 12:51   World Barista Championships 15:32   Other bodies already trying to set espresso and barista standards 16:24   49th Parellel Coffee Roasters 16:52   Contest - Tell us your favourite coffee moment! 18:35   Tell us about your favourite barista! Some emails. 19:16   Saluna Cafe, Paris 20:02   Intelligentsia 20:38   YouTube Video of Sean 21:10   Intelligentsia Coffee 21:40   Profile of Anthony at Terra Keramic website 22:16   BJava Coffee and Tea 23:02   Octane Espresso Blog 24:06   Cafe de Troit - RIP 25:39   Trans Canada Adventures 27:00   Rebuilding the Faema 28:25   Coffee at the Moment 31:13   World Barista Championship Espresso and Machine Grinder Certification 36:25   49th Parallel Coffee Roasters 37:20   Further information about the Enhanced version of this podcast (compatible with iTunes / iPods / Apple TV only) Getting Caught Up - Mark talks about the last two months in the world of coffee, about Phuong Tran's visit to Vancouver, the January - February run to raise money for CoffeeKids, the upcoming WBC Machine certifications, and the continuing redesign of CoffeeGeek.com 00:00   Start 00:40   49th Parallel Roasters 01:22   CoffeeGeek.com 02:29   CoffeeFest 05:53   Phuong Tran visits Vancouver 07:16   Recording woes, switching to iMac and GarageBand 07:50   Enhanced Podcast Comments 08:42   Channel 4 Link 11:50   Italy vs. N. America - the Results 12:51   World Barista Championships 15:32   Other bodies already trying to set espresso and barista standards 16:24   49th Parellel Coffee Roasters 16:52   Contest - Tell us your favourite coffee moment! 18:35   Tell us about your favourite barista! Some emails. 19:16   Saluna Cafe, Paris 20:02   Intelligentsia 20:38   YouTube Video of Sean 21:10   Intelligentsia Coffee 21:40   Profile of Anthony at Terra Keramic website 22:16   BJava Coffee and Tea 23:02   Octane Espresso Blog 24:06   Cafe de Troit - RIP 25:39   Trans Canada Adventures 27:00   Rebuilding the Faema 28:25   Coffee at the Moment 31:13   World Barista Championship Espresso and Machine Grinder Certification 36:25   49th Parallel Coffee Roasters 37:20   Further information about the Enhanced version of this podcast (compatible with iTunes / iPods / Apple TV only) tag:odeo.com,2008-01-11,23290486 Fri, 11 Jan 2008 03:13:00 -0800 no CoffeeGeek Podcast podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/23265083-CoffeeGeek-060-Enhanced-Getting-Caught-Up Getting Caught Up - Mark talks about the last two months in the world of coffee, about Phuong Tran's visit to Vancouver, the January - February run to raise money for CoffeeKids, the upcoming WBC Machine certifications, and the continuing redesign of CoffeeGeek.com 00:00   Start 00:40   49th Parallel Roasters 01:22   CoffeeGeek.com 02:29   CoffeeFest 05:53   Phuong Tran visits Vancouver 07:16   Recording woes, switching to iMac and GarageBand 07:50   Enhanced Podcast Comments 08:42   Channel 4 Link 11:50   Italy vs. N. America - the Results 12:51   World Barista Championships 15:32   Other bodies already trying to set espresso and barista standards 16:24   49th Parellel Coffee Roasters 16:52   Contest - Tell us your favourite coffee moment! 18:35   Tell us about your favourite barista! Some emails. 19:16   Saluna Cafe, Paris 20:02   Intelligentsia 20:38   YouTube Video of Sean 21:10   Intellige... Getting Caught Up - Mark talks about the last two months in the world of coffee, about Phuong Tran's visit to Vancouver, the January - February run to raise money for CoffeeKids, the upcoming WBC Machine certifications, and the continuing redesign of CoffeeGeek.com 00:00   Start 00:40   49th Parallel Roasters 01:22   CoffeeGeek.com 02:29   CoffeeFest 05:53   Phuong Tran visits Vancouver 07:16   Recording woes, switching to iMac and GarageBand 07:50   Enhanced Podcast Comments 08:42   Channel 4 Link 11:50   Italy vs. N. America - the Results 12:51   World Barista Championships 15:32   Other bodies already trying to set espresso and barista standards 16:24   49th Parellel Coffee Roasters 16:52   Contest - Tell us your favourite coffee moment! 18:35   Tell us about your favourite barista! Some emails. 19:16   Saluna Cafe, Paris 20:02   Intelligentsia 20:38   YouTube Video of Sean 21:10   Intelligentsia Coffee 21:40   Profile of Anthony at Terra Keramic website 22:16   BJava Coffee and Tea 23:02   Octane Espresso Blog 24:06   Cafe de Troit - RIP 25:39   Trans Canada Adventures 27:00   Rebuilding the Faema 28:25   Coffee at the Moment 31:13   World Barista Championship Espresso and Machine Grinder Certification 36:25   49th Parallel Coffee Roasters 37:20   Further information about the Enhanced version of this podcast (compatible with iTunes / iPods / Apple TV only) Getting Caught Up - Mark talks about the last two months in the world of coffee, about Phuong Tran's visit to Vancouver, the January - February run to raise money for CoffeeKids, the upcoming WBC Machine certifications, and the continuing redesign of CoffeeGeek.com 00:00   Start 00:40   49th Parallel Roasters 01:22   CoffeeGeek.com 02:29   CoffeeFest 05:53   Phuong Tran visits Vancouver 07:16   Recording woes, switching to iMac and GarageBand 07:50   Enhanced Podcast Comments 08:42   Channel 4 Link 11:50   Italy vs. N. America - the Results 12:51   World Barista Championships 15:32   Other bodies already trying to set espresso and barista standards 16:24   49th Parellel Coffee Roasters 16:52   Contest - Tell us your favourite coffee moment! 18:35   Tell us about your favourite barista! Some emails. 19:16   Saluna Cafe, Paris 20:02   Intelligentsia 20:38   YouTube Video of Sean 21:10   Intelligentsia Coffee 21:40   Profile of Anthony at Terra Keramic website 22:16   BJava Coffee and Tea 23:02   Octane Espresso Blog 24:06   Cafe de Troit - RIP 25:39   Trans Canada Adventures 27:00   Rebuilding the Faema 28:25   Coffee at the Moment 31:13   World Barista Championship Espresso and Machine Grinder Certification 36:25   49th Parallel Coffee Roasters 37:20   Further information about the Enhanced version of this podcast (compatible with iTunes / iPods / Apple TV only) tag:odeo.com,2008-01-11,23265083 Fri, 11 Jan 2008 03:09:00 -0800 no CoffeeGeek Podcast podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/23290489-CoffeeGeek-060-Enhanced-Getting-Caught-Up Getting Caught Up - Mark talks about the last two months in the world of coffee, about Phuong Tran's visit to Vancouver, the January - February run to raise money for CoffeeKids, the upcoming WBC Machine certifications, and the continuing redesign of CoffeeGeek.com 00:00   Start 00:40   49th Parallel Roasters 01:22   CoffeeGeek.com 02:29   CoffeeFest 05:53   Phuong Tran visits Vancouver 07:16   Recording woes, switching to iMac and GarageBand 07:50   Enhanced Podcast Comments 08:42   Channel 4 Link 11:50   Italy vs. N. America - the Results 12:51   World Barista Championships 15:32   Other bodies already trying to set espresso and barista standards 16:24   49th Parellel Coffee Roasters 16:52   Contest - Tell us your favourite coffee moment! 18:35   Tell us about your favourite barista! Some emails. 19:16   Saluna Cafe, Paris 20:02   Intelligentsia 20:38   YouTube Video of Sean 21:10   Intellige... Getting Caught Up - Mark talks about the last two months in the world of coffee, about Phuong Tran's visit to Vancouver, the January - February run to raise money for CoffeeKids, the upcoming WBC Machine certifications, and the continuing redesign of CoffeeGeek.com 00:00   Start 00:40   49th Parallel Roasters 01:22   CoffeeGeek.com 02:29   CoffeeFest 05:53   Phuong Tran visits Vancouver 07:16   Recording woes, switching to iMac and GarageBand 07:50   Enhanced Podcast Comments 08:42   Channel 4 Link 11:50   Italy vs. N. America - the Results 12:51   World Barista Championships 15:32   Other bodies already trying to set espresso and barista standards 16:24   49th Parellel Coffee Roasters 16:52   Contest - Tell us your favourite coffee moment! 18:35   Tell us about your favourite barista! Some emails. 19:16   Saluna Cafe, Paris 20:02   Intelligentsia 20:38   YouTube Video of Sean 21:10   Intelligentsia Coffee 21:40   Profile of Anthony at Terra Keramic website 22:16   BJava Coffee and Tea 23:02   Octane Espresso Blog 24:06   Cafe de Troit - RIP 25:39   Trans Canada Adventures 27:00   Rebuilding the Faema 28:25   Coffee at the Moment 31:13   World Barista Championship Espresso and Machine Grinder Certification 36:25   49th Parallel Coffee Roasters 37:20   Further information about the Enhanced version of this podcast (compatible with iTunes / iPods / Apple TV only) Getting Caught Up - Mark talks about the last two months in the world of coffee, about Phuong Tran's visit to Vancouver, the January - February run to raise money for CoffeeKids, the upcoming WBC Machine certifications, and the continuing redesign of CoffeeGeek.com 00:00   Start 00:40   49th Parallel Roasters 01:22   CoffeeGeek.com 02:29   CoffeeFest 05:53   Phuong Tran visits Vancouver 07:16   Recording woes, switching to iMac and GarageBand 07:50   Enhanced Podcast Comments 08:42   Channel 4 Link 11:50   Italy vs. N. America - the Results 12:51   World Barista Championships 15:32   Other bodies already trying to set espresso and barista standards 16:24   49th Parellel Coffee Roasters 16:52   Contest - Tell us your favourite coffee moment! 18:35   Tell us about your favourite barista! Some emails. 19:16   Saluna Cafe, Paris 20:02   Intelligentsia 20:38   YouTube Video of Sean 21:10   Intelligentsia Coffee 21:40   Profile of Anthony at Terra Keramic website 22:16   BJava Coffee and Tea 23:02   Octane Espresso Blog 24:06   Cafe de Troit - RIP 25:39   Trans Canada Adventures 27:00   Rebuilding the Faema 28:25   Coffee at the Moment 31:13   World Barista Championship Espresso and Machine Grinder Certification 36:25   49th Parallel Coffee Roasters 37:20   Further information about the Enhanced version of this podcast (compatible with iTunes / iPods / Apple TV only) tag:odeo.com,2008-01-11,23290489 Fri, 11 Jan 2008 03:09:00 -0800 no CoffeeGeek Podcast podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/18238343-CoffeeGeek-Podcast-059-Freezing-Green-Great-Coffees-and-More tag:odeo.com,2007-10-16,18238343 Tue, 16 Oct 2007 23:47:00 -0700 no CoffeeGeek Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/23265086-CoffeeGeek-Podcast-059-Freezing-Green-Great-Coffees-and-More Show Notes coming soon! Brought to you by 49th Parallel Roasters Show Notes coming soon! Brought to you by 49th Parallel Roasters Show Notes coming soon! Brought to you by 49th Parallel Roasters tag:odeo.com,2007-10-16,23265086 Tue, 16 Oct 2007 16:47:00 -0700 no CoffeeGeek Podcast podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/23290494-CoffeeGeek-Podcast-059-Freezing-Green-Great-Coffees-and-More Show Notes coming soon! Brought to you by 49th Parallel Roasters Show Notes coming soon! Brought to you by 49th Parallel Roasters Show Notes coming soon! Brought to you by 49th Parallel Roasters tag:odeo.com,2007-10-16,23290494 Tue, 16 Oct 2007 16:47:00 -0700 no CoffeeGeek Podcast podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/16794803-CG-Podcast-058-Post-WBC-Radio-and-Esmeralda tag:odeo.com,2007-08-27,16794803 Mon, 27 Aug 2007 03:48:00 -0700 no CoffeeGeek Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/23265089-CG-Podcast-058-Post-WBC-Radio-and-Esmeralda Podcast 058, brought to you by 49th Parallel Coffee Roasters Show Notes coming soon. Podcast 058, brought to you by 49th Parallel Coffee Roasters Show Notes coming soon. Podcast 058, brought to you by 49th Parallel Coffee Roasters Show Notes coming soon. tag:odeo.com,2007-08-26,23265089 Sun, 26 Aug 2007 20:48:00 -0700 no CoffeeGeek Podcast podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/23290502-CG-Podcast-058-Post-WBC-Radio-and-Esmeralda Podcast 058, brought to you by 49th Parallel Coffee Roasters Show Notes coming soon. Podcast 058, brought to you by 49th Parallel Coffee Roasters Show Notes coming soon. Podcast 058, brought to you by 49th Parallel Coffee Roasters Show Notes coming soon. tag:odeo.com,2007-08-26,23290502 Sun, 26 Aug 2007 20:48:00 -0700 no CoffeeGeek Podcast podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/14923853-CoffeeGeek-Podcast-057-Grab-Bag-and-WBC tag:odeo.com,2007-07-23,14923853 Mon, 23 Jul 2007 22:37:00 -0700 no CoffeeGeek Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/23265093-CoffeeGeek-Podcast-057-Grab-Bag-and-WBC WBC Preview with interview with Tim WendelboeShow notes coming soon. WBC Preview with interview with Tim WendelboeShow notes coming soon. WBC Preview with interview with Tim WendelboeShow notes coming soon. tag:odeo.com,2007-07-23,23265093 Mon, 23 Jul 2007 15:37:00 -0700 no CoffeeGeek Podcast podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/23290504-CoffeeGeek-Podcast-057-Grab-Bag-and-WBC WBC Preview with interview with Tim WendelboeShow notes coming soon. WBC Preview with interview with Tim WendelboeShow notes coming soon. WBC Preview with interview with Tim WendelboeShow notes coming soon. tag:odeo.com,2007-07-23,23290504 Mon, 23 Jul 2007 15:37:00 -0700 no CoffeeGeek Podcast podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/14923813-CoffeeGeek-Podcast-056-Emails-Answered tag:odeo.com,2007-07-05,14923813 Thu, 05 Jul 2007 15:36:00 -0700 no CoffeeGeek Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/23265096-CoffeeGeek-Podcast-056-Emails-Answered Questions or comments podcast@coffeegeek.com or call the voicemail line at 1-206-965-8185, or Skype to Skype - search for the CoffeeGeek username. Take your pick on how to listen: RSS Feed link for subscribing, or CG Podcast 056 MP3 File for straight downloading. Apple iTunes direct link. Show Notes Intro (0:06) - "300 M.P.H. Torrential Outpour Blues", by The White Stripes CG News (2:56)- Rancilio Silvia First Look and video (3:08)- New articles coming: Detailed and Quick Shot Reviews (5:03) Emails Answered! (5:31)- John Brinkman of baristaunderground.com writes in regarding a South African barista champion (Willem Pienaar) competing in the WBC this year (5:34)- Brian Marshall sends in his thanks, leading Mark to talk about "benevolent coffee snobs" (8:25)- Andrew Levine of Hamburg, Germany, sent in a long email with many, many newbie questions about making espresso with the Rancilio Silvia; see Mark's video, Rancilio Silvia Shot Walkthrough (12:47)- Miles Spathe... Questions or comments podcast@coffeegeek.com or call the voicemail line at 1-206-965-8185, or Skype to Skype - search for the CoffeeGeek username. Take your pick on how to listen: RSS Feed link for subscribing, or CG Podcast 056 MP3 File for straight downloading. Apple iTunes direct link. Show Notes Intro (0:06) - "300 M.P.H. Torrential Outpour Blues", by The White Stripes CG News (2:56)- Rancilio Silvia First Look and video (3:08)- New articles coming: Detailed and Quick Shot Reviews (5:03) Emails Answered! (5:31)- John Brinkman of baristaunderground.com writes in regarding a South African barista champion (Willem Pienaar) competing in the WBC this year (5:34)- Brian Marshall sends in his thanks, leading Mark to talk about "benevolent coffee snobs" (8:25)- Andrew Levine of Hamburg, Germany, sent in a long email with many, many newbie questions about making espresso with the Rancilio Silvia; see Mark's video, Rancilio Silvia Shot Walkthrough (12:47)- Miles Spathelf asks for a comparison between two multi-purpose grinders for french press coffee, the KitchenAid Pro Line and Baratza Virtuoso (28:18)- Laurel Clark asks if espresso can be made with single origin beans as well as espresso blends (37:26)- Don Grafum wants to know what "pure Arabic coffee" is (43:57)- Sheridan Adams asks about the Rancilio Jacky and the "upside down" brewing method for the Aeropress (48:28)- Chris Mossop wants to know how restaurants with 3 Michelin stars - such as The Fat Duck - can serve pod coffee! (53:12)- Patrick Smith wants Mark to settle a debate about freezing coffee (57:25) Wrap Up - "300 M.P.H. Torrential Outpour Blues", by The White Stripes (1:05:25) Questions or comments podcast@coffeegeek.com or call the voicemail line at 1-206-965-8185, or Skype to Skype - search for the CoffeeGeek username. Take your pick on how to listen: RSS Feed link for subscribing, or CG Podcast 056 MP3 File for straight downloading. Apple iTunes direct link. Show Notes Intro (0:06) - "300 M.P.H. Torrential Outpour Blues", by The White Stripes CG News (2:56)- Rancilio Silvia First Look and video (3:08)- New articles coming: Detailed and Quick Shot Reviews (5:03) Emails Answered! (5:31)- John Brinkman of baristaunderground.com writes in regarding a South African barista champion (Willem Pienaar) competing in the WBC this year (5:34)- Brian Marshall sends in his thanks, leading Mark to talk about "benevolent coffee snobs" (8:25)- Andrew Levine of Hamburg, Germany, sent in a long email with many, many newbie questions about making espresso with the Rancilio Silvia; see Mark's video, Rancilio Silvia Shot Walkthrough (12:47)- Miles Spathelf asks for a comparison between two multi-purpose grinders for french press coffee, the KitchenAid Pro Line and Baratza Virtuoso (28:18)- Laurel Clark asks if espresso can be made with single origin beans as well as espresso blends (37:26)- Don Grafum wants to know what "pure Arabic coffee" is (43:57)- Sheridan Adams asks about the Rancilio Jacky and the "upside down" brewing method for the Aeropress (48:28)- Chris Mossop wants to know how restaurants with 3 Michelin stars - such as The Fat Duck - can serve pod coffee! (53:12)- Patrick Smith wants Mark to settle a debate about freezing coffee (57:25) Wrap Up - "300 M.P.H. Torrential Outpour Blues", by The White Stripes (1:05:25) tag:odeo.com,2007-07-05,23265096 Thu, 05 Jul 2007 08:36:00 -0700 no CoffeeGeek Podcast podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/23290506-CoffeeGeek-Podcast-056-Emails-Answered Questions or comments podcast@coffeegeek.com or call the voicemail line at 1-206-965-8185, or Skype to Skype - search for the CoffeeGeek username. Take your pick on how to listen: RSS Feed link for subscribing, or CG Podcast 056 MP3 File for straight downloading. Apple iTunes direct link. Show Notes Intro (0:06) - "300 M.P.H. Torrential Outpour Blues", by The White Stripes CG News (2:56)- Rancilio Silvia First Look and video (3:08)- New articles coming: Detailed and Quick Shot Reviews (5:03) Emails Answered! (5:31)- John Brinkman of baristaunderground.com writes in regarding a South African barista champion (Willem Pienaar) competing in the WBC this year (5:34)- Brian Marshall sends in his thanks, leading Mark to talk about "benevolent coffee snobs" (8:25)- Andrew Levine of Hamburg, Germany, sent in a long email with many, many newbie questions about making espresso with the Rancilio Silvia; see Mark's video, Rancilio Silvia Shot Walkthrough (12:47)- Miles Spathe... Questions or comments podcast@coffeegeek.com or call the voicemail line at 1-206-965-8185, or Skype to Skype - search for the CoffeeGeek username. Take your pick on how to listen: RSS Feed link for subscribing, or CG Podcast 056 MP3 File for straight downloading. Apple iTunes direct link. Show Notes Intro (0:06) - "300 M.P.H. Torrential Outpour Blues", by The White Stripes CG News (2:56)- Rancilio Silvia First Look and video (3:08)- New articles coming: Detailed and Quick Shot Reviews (5:03) Emails Answered! (5:31)- John Brinkman of baristaunderground.com writes in regarding a South African barista champion (Willem Pienaar) competing in the WBC this year (5:34)- Brian Marshall sends in his thanks, leading Mark to talk about "benevolent coffee snobs" (8:25)- Andrew Levine of Hamburg, Germany, sent in a long email with many, many newbie questions about making espresso with the Rancilio Silvia; see Mark's video, Rancilio Silvia Shot Walkthrough (12:47)- Miles Spathelf asks for a comparison between two multi-purpose grinders for french press coffee, the KitchenAid Pro Line and Baratza Virtuoso (28:18)- Laurel Clark asks if espresso can be made with single origin beans as well as espresso blends (37:26)- Don Grafum wants to know what "pure Arabic coffee" is (43:57)- Sheridan Adams asks about the Rancilio Jacky and the "upside down" brewing method for the Aeropress (48:28)- Chris Mossop wants to know how restaurants with 3 Michelin stars - such as The Fat Duck - can serve pod coffee! (53:12)- Patrick Smith wants Mark to settle a debate about freezing coffee (57:25) Wrap Up - "300 M.P.H. Torrential Outpour Blues", by The White Stripes (1:05:25) Questions or comments podcast@coffeegeek.com or call the voicemail line at 1-206-965-8185, or Skype to Skype - search for the CoffeeGeek username. Take your pick on how to listen: RSS Feed link for subscribing, or CG Podcast 056 MP3 File for straight downloading. Apple iTunes direct link. Show Notes Intro (0:06) - "300 M.P.H. Torrential Outpour Blues", by The White Stripes CG News (2:56)- Rancilio Silvia First Look and video (3:08)- New articles coming: Detailed and Quick Shot Reviews (5:03) Emails Answered! (5:31)- John Brinkman of baristaunderground.com writes in regarding a South African barista champion (Willem Pienaar) competing in the WBC this year (5:34)- Brian Marshall sends in his thanks, leading Mark to talk about "benevolent coffee snobs" (8:25)- Andrew Levine of Hamburg, Germany, sent in a long email with many, many newbie questions about making espresso with the Rancilio Silvia; see Mark's video, Rancilio Silvia Shot Walkthrough (12:47)- Miles Spathelf asks for a comparison between two multi-purpose grinders for french press coffee, the KitchenAid Pro Line and Baratza Virtuoso (28:18)- Laurel Clark asks if espresso can be made with single origin beans as well as espresso blends (37:26)- Don Grafum wants to know what "pure Arabic coffee" is (43:57)- Sheridan Adams asks about the Rancilio Jacky and the "upside down" brewing method for the Aeropress (48:28)- Chris Mossop wants to know how restaurants with 3 Michelin stars - such as The Fat Duck - can serve pod coffee! (53:12)- Patrick Smith wants Mark to settle a debate about freezing coffee (57:25) Wrap Up - "300 M.P.H. Torrential Outpour Blues", by The White Stripes (1:05:25) tag:odeo.com,2007-07-05,23290506 Thu, 05 Jul 2007 08:36:00 -0700 no CoffeeGeek Podcast podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/14923733-CoffeeGeek-Podcast-055-Aussie-Coffee tag:odeo.com,2007-06-12,14923733 Tue, 12 Jun 2007 02:15:00 -0700 no CoffeeGeek Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/23265099-CoffeeGeek-Podcast-055-Aussie-Coffee Questions or comments podcast@coffeegeek.com or call the voicemail line at 1-206-965-8185, or Skype to Skype - search for the CoffeeGeek username. Take your pick on how to listen: RSS Feed link for subscribing, or CG Podcast 055 MP3 File for straight downloading. Apple iTunes direct link. Show Notes Intro (0:03) - "Black Coffee", by Everlast featuring Merry Clayton Espresso in Australia, with guest co-host Luca Costanzo, Melbourne, Australia (0:46) - About Luca: working at First Pour (retail showroom for Veneziano coffee roastery) and moderating the CG Australasia forums (1:56) The coffee scene in Australia - Market saturation and the status of specialty coffee (2:42) - Lawsuits and the coffee market (4:39) - Drip coffee in Australia (7:41) - The consumer experience in commercial cafÃs (9:58): drink sizes (10:08), milk drinks (12:56) - Coffee at home in Australia (15:56): Sunbeam in Australia (17:17), drip coffee makers and vac pots (20:14), comparison of North American an... Questions or comments podcast@coffeegeek.com or call the voicemail line at 1-206-965-8185, or Skype to Skype - search for the CoffeeGeek username. Take your pick on how to listen: RSS Feed link for subscribing, or CG Podcast 055 MP3 File for straight downloading. Apple iTunes direct link. Show Notes Intro (0:03) - "Black Coffee", by Everlast featuring Merry Clayton Espresso in Australia, with guest co-host Luca Costanzo, Melbourne, Australia (0:46) - About Luca: working at First Pour (retail showroom for Veneziano coffee roastery) and moderating the CG Australasia forums (1:56) The coffee scene in Australia - Market saturation and the status of specialty coffee (2:42) - Lawsuits and the coffee market (4:39) - Drip coffee in Australia (7:41) - The consumer experience in commercial cafÃs (9:58): drink sizes (10:08), milk drinks (12:56) - Coffee at home in Australia (15:56): Sunbeam in Australia (17:17), drip coffee makers and vac pots (20:14), comparison of North American and Australian markets for home equipment such as grinders (21:08), high-end equipment for sale in cafÃs(25:55) - Michel's Espresso and the $50 a pound coffee (27:49) The CoffeeGeek Australasian Forum Community (35:05) - The Australian attitude from the American perspective (35:47) - Luca's memorable moments in the forum (41:23) Luca's review of Mark's article, "How to Buy an Espresso Machine" (46:38) Australian Barista Championship (ABC) (49:52) - Data entry, scoring, judging and "The Controversial WBC" (50:59) - Signature drinks at this year's ABC (1:07:10): David Makin's palate cleanser plus sig drink (1:07:46), a signature drink that could be made at home - Erin Sampson's signature drink (1:13:21) - Signature drinks with Vietnamese-style coffee; movement to have a Vietnamese entrant in the WBC; and new entrants from Africa (1:16:49) Wrap Up: Thanks to Luca and a quote from pstam (1:18:30) Questions or comments podcast@coffeegeek.com or call the voicemail line at 1-206-965-8185, or Skype to Skype - search for the CoffeeGeek username. Take your pick on how to listen: RSS Feed link for subscribing, or CG Podcast 055 MP3 File for straight downloading. Apple iTunes direct link. Show Notes Intro (0:03) - "Black Coffee", by Everlast featuring Merry Clayton Espresso in Australia, with guest co-host Luca Costanzo, Melbourne, Australia (0:46) - About Luca: working at First Pour (retail showroom for Veneziano coffee roastery) and moderating the CG Australasia forums (1:56) The coffee scene in Australia - Market saturation and the status of specialty coffee (2:42) - Lawsuits and the coffee market (4:39) - Drip coffee in Australia (7:41) - The consumer experience in commercial cafÃs (9:58): drink sizes (10:08), milk drinks (12:56) - Coffee at home in Australia (15:56): Sunbeam in Australia (17:17), drip coffee makers and vac pots (20:14), comparison of North American and Australian markets for home equipment such as grinders (21:08), high-end equipment for sale in cafÃs(25:55) - Michel's Espresso and the $50 a pound coffee (27:49) The CoffeeGeek Australasian Forum Community (35:05) - The Australian attitude from the American perspective (35:47) - Luca's memorable moments in the forum (41:23) Luca's review of Mark's article, "How to Buy an Espresso Machine" (46:38) Australian Barista Championship (ABC) (49:52) - Data entry, scoring, judging and "The Controversial WBC" (50:59) - Signature drinks at this year's ABC (1:07:10): David Makin's palate cleanser plus sig drink (1:07:46), a signature drink that could be made at home - Erin Sampson's signature drink (1:13:21) - Signature drinks with Vietnamese-style coffee; movement to have a Vietnamese entrant in the WBC; and new entrants from Africa (1:16:49) Wrap Up: Thanks to Luca and a quote from pstam (1:18:30) tag:odeo.com,2007-06-11,23265099 Mon, 11 Jun 2007 19:15:00 -0700 no CoffeeGeek Podcast podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/23290508-CoffeeGeek-Podcast-055-Aussie-Coffee Questions or comments podcast@coffeegeek.com or call the voicemail line at 1-206-965-8185, or Skype to Skype - search for the CoffeeGeek username. Take your pick on how to listen: RSS Feed link for subscribing, or CG Podcast 055 MP3 File for straight downloading. Apple iTunes direct link. Show Notes Intro (0:03) - "Black Coffee", by Everlast featuring Merry Clayton Espresso in Australia, with guest co-host Luca Costanzo, Melbourne, Australia (0:46) - About Luca: working at First Pour (retail showroom for Veneziano coffee roastery) and moderating the CG Australasia forums (1:56) The coffee scene in Australia - Market saturation and the status of specialty coffee (2:42) - Lawsuits and the coffee market (4:39) - Drip coffee in Australia (7:41) - The consumer experience in commercial cafÃs (9:58): drink sizes (10:08), milk drinks (12:56) - Coffee at home in Australia (15:56): Sunbeam in Australia (17:17), drip coffee makers and vac pots (20:14), comparison of North American an... Questions or comments podcast@coffeegeek.com or call the voicemail line at 1-206-965-8185, or Skype to Skype - search for the CoffeeGeek username. Take your pick on how to listen: RSS Feed link for subscribing, or CG Podcast 055 MP3 File for straight downloading. Apple iTunes direct link. Show Notes Intro (0:03) - "Black Coffee", by Everlast featuring Merry Clayton Espresso in Australia, with guest co-host Luca Costanzo, Melbourne, Australia (0:46) - About Luca: working at First Pour (retail showroom for Veneziano coffee roastery) and moderating the CG Australasia forums (1:56) The coffee scene in Australia - Market saturation and the status of specialty coffee (2:42) - Lawsuits and the coffee market (4:39) - Drip coffee in Australia (7:41) - The consumer experience in commercial cafÃs (9:58): drink sizes (10:08), milk drinks (12:56) - Coffee at home in Australia (15:56): Sunbeam in Australia (17:17), drip coffee makers and vac pots (20:14), comparison of North American and Australian markets for home equipment such as grinders (21:08), high-end equipment for sale in cafÃs(25:55) - Michel's Espresso and the $50 a pound coffee (27:49) The CoffeeGeek Australasian Forum Community (35:05) - The Australian attitude from the American perspective (35:47) - Luca's memorable moments in the forum (41:23) Luca's review of Mark's article, "How to Buy an Espresso Machine" (46:38) Australian Barista Championship (ABC) (49:52) - Data entry, scoring, judging and "The Controversial WBC" (50:59) - Signature drinks at this year's ABC (1:07:10): David Makin's palate cleanser plus sig drink (1:07:46), a signature drink that could be made at home - Erin Sampson's signature drink (1:13:21) - Signature drinks with Vietnamese-style coffee; movement to have a Vietnamese entrant in the WBC; and new entrants from Africa (1:16:49) Wrap Up: Thanks to Luca and a quote from pstam (1:18:30) Questions or comments podcast@coffeegeek.com or call the voicemail line at 1-206-965-8185, or Skype to Skype - search for the CoffeeGeek username. Take your pick on how to listen: RSS Feed link for subscribing, or CG Podcast 055 MP3 File for straight downloading. Apple iTunes direct link. Show Notes Intro (0:03) - "Black Coffee", by Everlast featuring Merry Clayton Espresso in Australia, with guest co-host Luca Costanzo, Melbourne, Australia (0:46) - About Luca: working at First Pour (retail showroom for Veneziano coffee roastery) and moderating the CG Australasia forums (1:56) The coffee scene in Australia - Market saturation and the status of specialty coffee (2:42) - Lawsuits and the coffee market (4:39) - Drip coffee in Australia (7:41) - The consumer experience in commercial cafÃs (9:58): drink sizes (10:08), milk drinks (12:56) - Coffee at home in Australia (15:56): Sunbeam in Australia (17:17), drip coffee makers and vac pots (20:14), comparison of North American and Australian markets for home equipment such as grinders (21:08), high-end equipment for sale in cafÃs(25:55) - Michel's Espresso and the $50 a pound coffee (27:49) The CoffeeGeek Australasian Forum Community (35:05) - The Australian attitude from the American perspective (35:47) - Luca's memorable moments in the forum (41:23) Luca's review of Mark's article, "How to Buy an Espresso Machine" (46:38) Australian Barista Championship (ABC) (49:52) - Data entry, scoring, judging and "The Controversial WBC" (50:59) - Signature drinks at this year's ABC (1:07:10): David Makin's palate cleanser plus sig drink (1:07:46), a signature drink that could be made at home - Erin Sampson's signature drink (1:13:21) - Signature drinks with Vietnamese-style coffee; movement to have a Vietnamese entrant in the WBC; and new entrants from Africa (1:16:49) Wrap Up: Thanks to Luca and a quote from pstam (1:18:30) tag:odeo.com,2007-06-11,23290508 Mon, 11 Jun 2007 19:15:00 -0700 no CoffeeGeek Podcast podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/13103033-CoffeeGeek-Podcast-054-SCAA-and-USBC-Recaps tag:odeo.com,2007-05-16,13103033 Wed, 16 May 2007 02:27:00 -0700 no CoffeeGeek Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/23265102-CoffeeGeek-Podcast-054-SCAA-and-USBC-Recaps Questions or comments podcast@coffeegeek.com or call the voicemail line at 1-206-965-8185, or Skype to Skype - search for the CoffeeGeek username. Take your pick on how to listen: RSS Feed link for subscribing, or CG Podcast 054 MP3 File for straight downloading. Apple iTunes direct link. Show Notes Intro (0:05)- "Bleed It Out", Linkin Park Interview with Tatiana Becker, Trabant Coffee, Seattle, WA (1:43)-  Interesting things from the trade show floor: Espro Toroid frothing pitcher (2:22) and  Elektra, Ditting, La Marzocco grinders (4:33).  -  Favorite coffees on the show floor: 49th Parallel; the Clover and blogging (13:09)-  People highlights: friends and family, microbrewers (25:05).-  Mark's observations from the show floor: push-button spring piston machine, pressure profiling and temp stability; Bodum press pot/mug; Tiamo vacuum brewers; dual boiler Gaggia consumer machine; Jetsteam Ai-1; Good Cow milk dispensers (34:00).-  US Baris... Questions or comments podcast@coffeegeek.com or call the voicemail line at 1-206-965-8185, or Skype to Skype - search for the CoffeeGeek username. Take your pick on how to listen: RSS Feed link for subscribing, or CG Podcast 054 MP3 File for straight downloading. Apple iTunes direct link. Show Notes Intro (0:05)- "Bleed It Out", Linkin Park Interview with Tatiana Becker, Trabant Coffee, Seattle, WA (1:43)-  Interesting things from the trade show floor: Espro Toroid frothing pitcher (2:22) and  Elektra, Ditting, La Marzocco grinders (4:33).  -  Favorite coffees on the show floor: 49th Parallel; the Clover and blogging (13:09)-  People highlights: friends and family, microbrewers (25:05).-  Mark's observations from the show floor: push-button spring piston machine, pressure profiling and temp stability; Bodum press pot/mug; Tiamo vacuum brewers; dual boiler Gaggia consumer machine; Jetsteam Ai-1; Good Cow milk dispensers (34:00).-  US Barista Championship and Tatiana's performance (50:34): Tatiana's theme (51:45); signature drink (54:00); motivation (55:30); assessment (1:02:28); ideas for changing the competition (1:12:56). Wrap Up (1:36:53)- Visit Tatiana at Trabant, 45th Street between Brooklyn and University, Seattle, WA. Questions or comments podcast@coffeegeek.com or call the voicemail line at 1-206-965-8185, or Skype to Skype - search for the CoffeeGeek username. Take your pick on how to listen: RSS Feed link for subscribing, or CG Podcast 054 MP3 File for straight downloading. Apple iTunes direct link. Show Notes Intro (0:05)- "Bleed It Out", Linkin Park Interview with Tatiana Becker, Trabant Coffee, Seattle, WA (1:43)-  Interesting things from the trade show floor: Espro Toroid frothing pitcher (2:22) and  Elektra, Ditting, La Marzocco grinders (4:33).  -  Favorite coffees on the show floor: 49th Parallel; the Clover and blogging (13:09)-  People highlights: friends and family, microbrewers (25:05).-  Mark's observations from the show floor: push-button spring piston machine, pressure profiling and temp stability; Bodum press pot/mug; Tiamo vacuum brewers; dual boiler Gaggia consumer machine; Jetsteam Ai-1; Good Cow milk dispensers (34:00).-  US Barista Championship and Tatiana's performance (50:34): Tatiana's theme (51:45); signature drink (54:00); motivation (55:30); assessment (1:02:28); ideas for changing the competition (1:12:56). Wrap Up (1:36:53)- Visit Tatiana at Trabant, 45th Street between Brooklyn and University, Seattle, WA. tag:odeo.com,2007-05-15,23265102 Tue, 15 May 2007 19:27:00 -0700 no CoffeeGeek Podcast podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/23290510-CoffeeGeek-Podcast-054-SCAA-and-USBC-Recaps Questions or comments podcast@coffeegeek.com or call the voicemail line at 1-206-965-8185, or Skype to Skype - search for the CoffeeGeek username. Take your pick on how to listen: RSS Feed link for subscribing, or CG Podcast 054 MP3 File for straight downloading. Apple iTunes direct link. Show Notes Intro (0:05)- "Bleed It Out", Linkin Park Interview with Tatiana Becker, Trabant Coffee, Seattle, WA (1:43)-  Interesting things from the trade show floor: Espro Toroid frothing pitcher (2:22) and  Elektra, Ditting, La Marzocco grinders (4:33).  -  Favorite coffees on the show floor: 49th Parallel; the Clover and blogging (13:09)-  People highlights: friends and family, microbrewers (25:05).-  Mark's observations from the show floor: push-button spring piston machine, pressure profiling and temp stability; Bodum press pot/mug; Tiamo vacuum brewers; dual boiler Gaggia consumer machine; Jetsteam Ai-1; Good Cow milk dispensers (34:00).-  US Baris... Questions or comments podcast@coffeegeek.com or call the voicemail line at 1-206-965-8185, or Skype to Skype - search for the CoffeeGeek username. Take your pick on how to listen: RSS Feed link for subscribing, or CG Podcast 054 MP3 File for straight downloading. Apple iTunes direct link. Show Notes Intro (0:05)- "Bleed It Out", Linkin Park Interview with Tatiana Becker, Trabant Coffee, Seattle, WA (1:43)-  Interesting things from the trade show floor: Espro Toroid frothing pitcher (2:22) and  Elektra, Ditting, La Marzocco grinders (4:33).  -  Favorite coffees on the show floor: 49th Parallel; the Clover and blogging (13:09)-  People highlights: friends and family, microbrewers (25:05).-  Mark's observations from the show floor: push-button spring piston machine, pressure profiling and temp stability; Bodum press pot/mug; Tiamo vacuum brewers; dual boiler Gaggia consumer machine; Jetsteam Ai-1; Good Cow milk dispensers (34:00).-  US Barista Championship and Tatiana's performance (50:34): Tatiana's theme (51:45); signature drink (54:00); motivation (55:30); assessment (1:02:28); ideas for changing the competition (1:12:56). Wrap Up (1:36:53)- Visit Tatiana at Trabant, 45th Street between Brooklyn and University, Seattle, WA. Questions or comments podcast@coffeegeek.com or call the voicemail line at 1-206-965-8185, or Skype to Skype - search for the CoffeeGeek username. Take your pick on how to listen: RSS Feed link for subscribing, or CG Podcast 054 MP3 File for straight downloading. Apple iTunes direct link. Show Notes Intro (0:05)- "Bleed It Out", Linkin Park Interview with Tatiana Becker, Trabant Coffee, Seattle, WA (1:43)-  Interesting things from the trade show floor: Espro Toroid frothing pitcher (2:22) and  Elektra, Ditting, La Marzocco grinders (4:33).  -  Favorite coffees on the show floor: 49th Parallel; the Clover and blogging (13:09)-  People highlights: friends and family, microbrewers (25:05).-  Mark's observations from the show floor: push-button spring piston machine, pressure profiling and temp stability; Bodum press pot/mug; Tiamo vacuum brewers; dual boiler Gaggia consumer machine; Jetsteam Ai-1; Good Cow milk dispensers (34:00).-  US Barista Championship and Tatiana's performance (50:34): Tatiana's theme (51:45); signature drink (54:00); motivation (55:30); assessment (1:02:28); ideas for changing the competition (1:12:56). Wrap Up (1:36:53)- Visit Tatiana at Trabant, 45th Street between Brooklyn and University, Seattle, WA. tag:odeo.com,2007-05-15,23290510 Tue, 15 May 2007 19:27:00 -0700 no CoffeeGeek Podcast podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/10351713-CoffeeGeek-Podcast-053-UKBC-And-SCAA-Elections tag:odeo.com,2007-03-11,10351713 Sun, 11 Mar 2007 04:00:00 -0700 no CoffeeGeek Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/23265105-CoffeeGeek-Podcast-053-UKBC-And-SCAA-Elections Questions or comments podcast@coffeegeek.com or call the voicemail line at 1-206-965-8185, or Skype to Skype - search for the CoffeeGeek username. Take your pick on how to listen: RSS Feed link for subscribing, or CG Podcast 053 MP3 File for straight downloading. Apple iTunes direct link. Show Notes Intro (0:06)- "Jennifer Grey," by Christa Couture Interview with James Hoffman, 2006 UK Barista Champion (2:07)- Mark and James discuss differences in regional competitions (4:07)- Cafés in London to check out: Monmouth Coffee House, Flat White (7:03)- James' signature drink: the "liquid doughnut" (8:24)- The UK Barista Competition (11:54) SCAA Election (16:29)- The possibility of serious representation for retailers and baristasâ (16:40)- What it means for consumers (16:58) Interview with Ric Rhinehart (17:40)- Candidate for 2nd Vice President, SCAA- President of Groundwork Coffee, a roaster/retailer- One of the questions posed to Ric: Is there a good connecti... Questions or comments podcast@coffeegeek.com or call the voicemail line at 1-206-965-8185, or Skype to Skype - search for the CoffeeGeek username. Take your pick on how to listen: RSS Feed link for subscribing, or CG Podcast 053 MP3 File for straight downloading. Apple iTunes direct link. Show Notes Intro (0:06)- "Jennifer Grey," by Christa Couture Interview with James Hoffman, 2006 UK Barista Champion (2:07)- Mark and James discuss differences in regional competitions (4:07)- Cafés in London to check out: Monmouth Coffee House, Flat White (7:03)- James' signature drink: the "liquid doughnut" (8:24)- The UK Barista Competition (11:54) SCAA Election (16:29)- The possibility of serious representation for retailers and baristasâ (16:40)- What it means for consumers (16:58) Interview with Ric Rhinehart (17:40)- Candidate for 2nd Vice President, SCAA- President of Groundwork Coffee, a roaster/retailer- One of the questions posed to Ric: Is there a good connection between the SCAA and consumers? (23:57) Interview with Ellie Matuszak (47:59)- Candidate for SCAA Board of Directors- Wholesale rep, Intelligentsia Coffee & Tea; Chair, Barista Guild of America - One of the questions posed to Ellie: Do you think the C-membership program (SCAA consumer membership) should be revived? (59:14) Interview with Jeff Taylor (1:14:50)- Candidate for SCAA Board of Directors- Co-founder, CEO, and Director of Coffee, PT's Coffee Company - One of the questions posed to Jeff: How can the SCAA make the SCAA brand valuable to retailers and significant to consumers? (1:32:07) Next podcast: Café culture with Christa Couture! (1:45:44) Outro (1:46:35)- "Jennifer Grey," by Christa Couture. Questions or comments podcast@coffeegeek.com or call the voicemail line at 1-206-965-8185, or Skype to Skype - search for the CoffeeGeek username. Take your pick on how to listen: RSS Feed link for subscribing, or CG Podcast 053 MP3 File for straight downloading. Apple iTunes direct link. Show Notes Intro (0:06)- "Jennifer Grey," by Christa Couture Interview with James Hoffman, 2006 UK Barista Champion (2:07)- Mark and James discuss differences in regional competitions (4:07)- Cafés in London to check out: Monmouth Coffee House, Flat White (7:03)- James' signature drink: the "liquid doughnut" (8:24)- The UK Barista Competition (11:54) SCAA Election (16:29)- The possibility of serious representation for retailers and baristasâ (16:40)- What it means for consumers (16:58) Interview with Ric Rhinehart (17:40)- Candidate for 2nd Vice President, SCAA- President of Groundwork Coffee, a roaster/retailer- One of the questions posed to Ric: Is there a good connection between the SCAA and consumers? (23:57) Interview with Ellie Matuszak (47:59)- Candidate for SCAA Board of Directors- Wholesale rep, Intelligentsia Coffee & Tea; Chair, Barista Guild of America - One of the questions posed to Ellie: Do you think the C-membership program (SCAA consumer membership) should be revived? (59:14) Interview with Jeff Taylor (1:14:50)- Candidate for SCAA Board of Directors- Co-founder, CEO, and Director of Coffee, PT's Coffee Company - One of the questions posed to Jeff: How can the SCAA make the SCAA brand valuable to retailers and significant to consumers? (1:32:07) Next podcast: Café culture with Christa Couture! (1:45:44) Outro (1:46:35)- "Jennifer Grey," by Christa Couture. tag:odeo.com,2007-03-10,23265105 Sat, 10 Mar 2007 20:00:00 -0800 no CoffeeGeek Podcast podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/23290512-CoffeeGeek-Podcast-053-UKBC-And-SCAA-Elections Questions or comments podcast@coffeegeek.com or call the voicemail line at 1-206-965-8185, or Skype to Skype - search for the CoffeeGeek username. Take your pick on how to listen: RSS Feed link for subscribing, or CG Podcast 053 MP3 File for straight downloading. Apple iTunes direct link. Show Notes Intro (0:06)- "Jennifer Grey," by Christa Couture Interview with James Hoffman, 2006 UK Barista Champion (2:07)- Mark and James discuss differences in regional competitions (4:07)- Cafés in London to check out: Monmouth Coffee House, Flat White (7:03)- James' signature drink: the "liquid doughnut" (8:24)- The UK Barista Competition (11:54) SCAA Election (16:29)- The possibility of serious representation for retailers and baristasâ (16:40)- What it means for consumers (16:58) Interview with Ric Rhinehart (17:40)- Candidate for 2nd Vice President, SCAA- President of Groundwork Coffee, a roaster/retailer- One of the questions posed to Ric: Is there a good connecti... Questions or comments podcast@coffeegeek.com or call the voicemail line at 1-206-965-8185, or Skype to Skype - search for the CoffeeGeek username. Take your pick on how to listen: RSS Feed link for subscribing, or CG Podcast 053 MP3 File for straight downloading. Apple iTunes direct link. Show Notes Intro (0:06)- "Jennifer Grey," by Christa Couture Interview with James Hoffman, 2006 UK Barista Champion (2:07)- Mark and James discuss differences in regional competitions (4:07)- Cafés in London to check out: Monmouth Coffee House, Flat White (7:03)- James' signature drink: the "liquid doughnut" (8:24)- The UK Barista Competition (11:54) SCAA Election (16:29)- The possibility of serious representation for retailers and baristasâ (16:40)- What it means for consumers (16:58) Interview with Ric Rhinehart (17:40)- Candidate for 2nd Vice President, SCAA- President of Groundwork Coffee, a roaster/retailer- One of the questions posed to Ric: Is there a good connection between the SCAA and consumers? (23:57) Interview with Ellie Matuszak (47:59)- Candidate for SCAA Board of Directors- Wholesale rep, Intelligentsia Coffee & Tea; Chair, Barista Guild of America - One of the questions posed to Ellie: Do you think the C-membership program (SCAA consumer membership) should be revived? (59:14) Interview with Jeff Taylor (1:14:50)- Candidate for SCAA Board of Directors- Co-founder, CEO, and Director of Coffee, PT's Coffee Company - One of the questions posed to Jeff: How can the SCAA make the SCAA brand valuable to retailers and significant to consumers? (1:32:07) Next podcast: Café culture with Christa Couture! (1:45:44) Outro (1:46:35)- "Jennifer Grey," by Christa Couture. Questions or comments podcast@coffeegeek.com or call the voicemail line at 1-206-965-8185, or Skype to Skype - search for the CoffeeGeek username. Take your pick on how to listen: RSS Feed link for subscribing, or CG Podcast 053 MP3 File for straight downloading. Apple iTunes direct link. Show Notes Intro (0:06)- "Jennifer Grey," by Christa Couture Interview with James Hoffman, 2006 UK Barista Champion (2:07)- Mark and James discuss differences in regional competitions (4:07)- Cafés in London to check out: Monmouth Coffee House, Flat White (7:03)- James' signature drink: the "liquid doughnut" (8:24)- The UK Barista Competition (11:54) SCAA Election (16:29)- The possibility of serious representation for retailers and baristasâ (16:40)- What it means for consumers (16:58) Interview with Ric Rhinehart (17:40)- Candidate for 2nd Vice President, SCAA- President of Groundwork Coffee, a roaster/retailer- One of the questions posed to Ric: Is there a good connection between the SCAA and consumers? (23:57) Interview with Ellie Matuszak (47:59)- Candidate for SCAA Board of Directors- Wholesale rep, Intelligentsia Coffee & Tea; Chair, Barista Guild of America - One of the questions posed to Ellie: Do you think the C-membership program (SCAA consumer membership) should be revived? (59:14) Interview with Jeff Taylor (1:14:50)- Candidate for SCAA Board of Directors- Co-founder, CEO, and Director of Coffee, PT's Coffee Company - One of the questions posed to Jeff: How can the SCAA make the SCAA brand valuable to retailers and significant to consumers? (1:32:07) Next podcast: Café culture with Christa Couture! 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