Mike never worked behind a café bar — but that didn't stop him from diving deep into coffee.

What started as a simple gift at home turned into an obsession with brewing, dialing in, and understanding what actually makes a great cup.

In this episode, we talk about:

• ​How his coffee journey really began
• ​Going from casual drinker to serious home brewer
• ​Learning without industry experience
• ​Favorite coffee shops he's visited
• ​Why passion matters more than credentials
• ​And a few unexpected celebrity impressions to close it out

This episode is a reminder that coffee culture isn't limited to professionals — it belongs to anyone willing to care about it.

Show Notes:

Guest: Mike

Mike shares how he got into specialty coffee without ever working in a café. We dive into the mindset of a home brewer, the learning curve of dialing in, and the joy of discovering great coffee through curiosity.

Topics include:

• ​ Starting a coffee journey outside the industry
• ​ The rabbit hole of home brewing
• ​ Exploring standout coffee shops
• ​ Taking coffee seriously without a job title
• ​ Finding personality and fun in the process

If you've ever fallen down the coffee rabbit hole — this one's for you.