Boss Barista

In this episode, we reflect on some recent Twitter drama and talk about how

to SHUT UP AND LISTEN TO PEOPLE. We recognize the efforts of some GDAMN

heroes and try to ask the question, 'Why do people get so upset when they

listen to another person share their experiences?' We introduce the cold

brew theory: when you take an issue of gender/race/marginalization and

replace the issue with the word cold brew and suddenly everyone gives a

shit. Also, we get real vulnerable.

Jasper and Ashley talk internet trolls, the power of Slack, the race to the

bottom people play when they feel they are being called out, and the things

you never say when you debate discrimination. HERE'S A QUICK LIST: 'my

penis,' 'dear,' 'sweetie,' 'well, I have a daughter SOOO...'

This podcast is sponsored by Anchor

Barista Competition. It happened. And we talk with Becky Reeves of BARISTA

and WINCC about the things we saw--coaching, expensive coffees, and a lack

of diversity AGAIN. We ask questions about what our champions should do and

what we hope to see from the competitions committee in the future.

Alright sweaties, we know we've been behind. BUT WE'RE IN SEATTLE! We'll be

at USBC and SCA Global Expo rocking pins and stickers, microphones on and

ready to roll. In this mini episode, we update you on some projects and ask

you: how do you deal with non-sensical arguments? ie: "not all men," or "we

have to appease our allies," etc...SEND US EMAILS OR TWEETS! @boss_barista

or [email protected]. Until then enjoy this outtake.

Couldn't get enough of Tymika? US EITHER! So here's part two of her amazing

interview with us! SEND US YOUR COMMENTS!

Part 1

We host a show about identity in coffee, so we thought it appropriate to

confront our own privileges in the coffee community. We occupy a lot of

different identities, and try to be as honest and upfront as we can. Sure,

we're both women, but we also have a lot of things that give us an unfair

advantage in a lot of ways, and we try to tackle our privileges one by

one.

Ever had someone ask to touch your hair at work? Sometimes people doubt the racism and sexism we experience at work and in our lives, and Briana Walker of Reveille Coffee in San Francisco shares some of her experiences. We talk about managing a cafe, self-care, and the importance of storytelling and being vulnerable.

We finish up our talk with Leticia Ramos-Pollock of Panther Coffee. More on

leadership, building a business, and trusting your intuition.

Leticia Ramos-Pollock is the owner and co-founder of Panther Coffee in Miami, Florida. She talks about age discrimination, her responsibilities as a leader, and the qualities that make a great manager. Oh, and there's wine because duh.