Welcome to Episode 1 of Hot Coffee for the Creative Soul: authentic conversations with professional creatives at the intersection of passion and profit, sustainability and artistic integrity. Join host Ryan Castelaz, the Owner & Creative Director of the renowned experimental cafe, discourse | a liquid workshop, for a vulnerable and inspiring conversation with Marcus Parkansky, Owner of Misfit Coffee, a genre-bending coffee experience in Minneapolis, MN. Marcus and Ryan discuss the evolution of their creativity, and their businesses, including the rewards and challenges of building a team, the transition from creator to curator, and the importance of knowing when to step out of the spotlight.