In this episode, host Trey Malone sits down with Propaganda, a celebrated recording artist and spoken word poet, to explore the profound connections between coffee, justice, and art.

Propaganda shares his journey from hip-hop icon to coffee innovator, revealing how his passion for music and poetry led him to create Terraform—a brand that embodies a vision of building a more livable world. Through stories of his travels to Honduras and Ethiopia, Propaganda delves into the spiritual and cultural significance of coffee, highlighting its roots in social justice and sacred work.

Host Trey Malone talks with Zach Erickson from Key City Brewing, who reveals how creativity and craft beer have transformed Vicksburg into a vibrant community hub. Discover the art of blending West Coast bitterness with East Coast smoothness, and how creative beer names like Death on Two Legs turn every sip into a story. This episode is perfect for craft enthusiasts and entrepreneurs alike, eager to see how passion can spark transformation and community connection.

Join host Trey Malone in this engaging conversation with Viva Lenoir, a wine and whiskey expert, sensory educator, and passionate force behind Le Nez du Vin, Le Nez du Café, and Le Nez du Whisky. We delve deep into the concept of terroir, the artistry of tasting, and how beverages foster human connection across cultures and memories.

Host Trey Malone and guest John Britton of Treehouse Distillery and Brewing explore the intricate world of craft spirits, focusing on the art of distillation, the evolution of IPAs, and the importance of terroir in crafting beverages. They discuss the balance between authenticity and modern techniques in the industry, emphasizing the human connections fostered through shared experiences over drinks. John shares personal anecdotes about his journey in the craft beverage scene, highlighting the significance of community and flavor in creating memorable moments.

In this episode of Taste of Place, host Trey Malone speaks with Conner Reeves and William Paden at Fertile Ground Beer Co. in Jackson, MS about the intricacies of craft beer brewing, focusing on Fertile Ground collaborative efforts, the origin story of the brewery, and the community's enthusiastic adoption of their beers.

They delve into the brewing process, the importance of water chemistry, and the challenges of naming new beers while maintaining high quality. The discussion highlights the brewery's commitment to creating approachable beers that resonate with local tastes and foster connections within the community.

In this episode, host Tret Malone discovers how Austin Hille, a native of the Pacific Northwest, found his passion for specialty coffee in Jackson, Mississippi. Through his startup Beanline, he's revolutionizing access to local roasters and elevating Southern coffee culture—one subscription at a time.

This episode highlights the power of regional craftsmanship, connecting communities through curated coffee experiences, and supporting Southern entrepreneurs shaping the future of specialty coffee.

In this episode, Trey Malone and Harry Fontenoy delve into the world of specialty coffee, exploring its evolution from commodity coffee to the nuanced flavors of the third wave.

Harry, the Vice President of Coffee Strategy and Culture at North Shore Specialty Coffee, shares insights on sourcing micro lots and the importance of building relationships with coffee producers.

The conversation highlights the distinction between commodity and specialty coffee, emphasizing the ethical practices and quality that define the specialty market. They discuss the significance of processing methods, such as washed and natural processes, and how these affect the flavor profiles of the coffee.

The episode also touches on the role of importers and the importance of community in the coffee industry, showcasing how personal connections enhance the coffee experience.

In this episode of Taste of Place, Northshore's Trey Malone sits down with Wade Johnson and Alison Anderson, the mother-daughter duo behind Exploradora Coffee in Oxford, Mississippi.

It's a conversation about sourcing exclusively from women-owned farms around the world, building connection in divided times, and why the best business partners might just be family.

You'll hear about Honduran honey process, cold brew science, and the radical act of paying women farmers what they've always deserved. With a "come one, come y'all" philosophy, this is coffee as community-building—one woman-grown bean at a time, from origin to your cup.

In this episode of Taste of Place, Northshore's Trey Malone sits down with Chaz Lindsay, owner of Pulito Osteria and Rowan's in Jackson's Belhaven Town Center, to talk about the journey from rock star to restaurateur.

From touring with the band The Weeks to running what has become the heart of Jackson's dining scene—a high-end Italian restaurant that makes all its own pasta and sources locally, paired with a dive bar serving cast iron hamburgers and jello shots—it's a conversation about taking the leap, building trust in your hometown, and the power of going all in on both ends of the spectrum.

You'll hear about fried bologna sandwiches, capacity crowds, and why understanding your numbers might just be the most rock and roll thing you can do. Because sometimes you build community one handmade rigatoni at a time—and sometimes over a can of beer and old school country music.

In this episode of Taste of Place, Northshore's Trey Malone sits down with Bartholomew Jones, founder of Cxffeeblack in North Memphis, to talk about the journey from White Haven apartments to the coffee forests of Ethiopia. From wanting to be a missionary or video game designer to running what Bart calls "a mix of the barber shop, a coffee nerd's dream, and a DJ set," it's a conversation about divine logic, unadulterated connection, and the power of saying "God don't make no junk." You'll hear about naturally processed Guji, the theology of terroir, and why an anti-gentrification coffee shop that blesses people on their way out the door might just be the most missionary thing you can do. Because sometimes the face of God shows up in a cup—and sometimes in the conversation that happens over it.