On this episode, Trevor and Josiah hang out in the Madcap roastery to chat about the complicated but exciting world of specialty coffee competitions. 

Shenanigans include: How competitions inspired Madcap to offer a seasonal signature beverage program, Trevor's own experience competing, how participating in a coffee competition impacts daily life behind bar, and the pressure of judging a coffee competition. 

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Episode chapters:

00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Seasonal Beverage  
02:51 The Connection Between Seasonal Drinks and Coffee Competitions  
08:05 Understanding Coffee Competitions 
13:52 Personal Journey in Coffee Competitions  
22:07 The Impact of Competition on Barista Skills  
29:55 Judging and Feedback in Competitions  
32:19 Community and Competition Dynamics  
36:09 The Importance of Competition for Baristas  
39:56 Professional Development Through Competition  
46:11 Judging and Its Impact on Coffee Evaluation  
51:28 Industry Trends and Competition Influence  
56:38 Defining Success in Coffee Competitions 

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Music: Blue Shell by Connor Price and K. Keed