Takeaways

• Josh's journey into coffee began unexpectedly through a family coffee shop.
• Building relationships with roasters is a key aspect of being a trader.
• Quality control has played a significant role in Josh's understanding of coffee.
• Traveling to coffee origins has been a highlight of Josh's career.
• Memorable experiences include sensory summits in various countries.
• Josh values the collaborative nature of the coffee industry.
• His passion for coffee has remained strong over the years.
• Every day in the coffee industry presents new opportunities and challenges.

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Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Another Cup Podcast03:00 Brittany Amell's Journey in Coffee05:53 The Impact of COVID-19 on Careers08:58 Marketing and Education in the Coffee Industry12:04 Lessons from Bloomingdale's14:57 Team Dynamics and Sales Summit Insights17:55 Personal Interests and Hobbies21:04 Future Aspirations and Commitments  Visit and Explore Covoya!

00:00 Welcome Back: Coffee Prices in Focus02:57 Market Dynamics: Understanding Current Coffee Prices06:12 The Impact of Climate Change on Coffee Production09:04 Supply and Demand: The Future of Coffee Pricing11:53 Raising Prices: Strategies for Roasters15:11 Navigating Financial Challenges in the Coffee Industry17:57 Consumer Behavior: Adapting to Price Changes21:06 The Role of Technology in Coffee Production23:52 The Future of Coffee: Sustainability and Adaptation27:09 Conclusion: Embracing Change in the Coffee Market  Visit and Explore Covoya!

00:00 Introduction to Coffee Market Dynamics01:07 Understanding the C Price and Market Forces02:35 Current Trends in Coffee Pricing05:28 Volatility in the Coffee Market08:25 Harvest Forecasts and Market Speculation12:44 Strategies for Small to Medium Roasters16:04 Alternatives to Brazilian Coffee19:26 Impact of Geopolitical Conflicts on Coffee Prices21:23 The Viability of Robusta Coffee22:52 Challenges Facing the Coffee Industry26:13 Conclusion and Future Outlook Takeaways The C price is determined by real-time supply and demand.Recent years have seen disappointing crop numbers, especially from Brazil.Volatility in the coffee market is causing uncertainty for traders and producers.Speculators are present in the market, but prices are fundamentally driven by supply and demand.Smaller roasters should consider raising prices in line with larger competitors.Logistics issues are exacerbating coffee supply challenges.Alternatives to Brazilian coffee should be explored due to expected shortages.Geopolitical conflicts are impacting shipping and coffee availability.Robusta coffee is currently not a viable lower-cost alternative.Climate change poses an existential threat to the coffee industry.   Visit and Explore Covoya!

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00:00 Introduction to Coffee Journeys02:57 Angela's Coffee Career Path06:01 Transitioning from Barista to Sales08:58 Cultural Shifts in the Coffee Industry12:08 Personal Interests and Hobbies14:54 Closing Thoughts and Future Plans  Visit and Explore Covoya!

TakeawaysThe podcast explores the etymology of the word coffee.Etymology involves phonetic changes and linguistic borrowings.Hobson-Jobson is a key reference for English borrowings from Indian languages.The Arabic word for coffee is ka'awā, which evolved into various forms.Skepticism exists regarding the connection between coffee and the Kaffa region.Historical figures like Sir James Murray contributed to the understanding of coffee's etymology.The debate among scholars continues regarding the origins of the word coffee.Phonetic changes play a crucial role in the evolution of the word coffee.French perspectives on coffee's etymology highlight differing opinions.Biographical insights on key figures enrich the discussion of coffee's history. 00:00 Introduction to All About Coffee01:05 Etymology of Coffee: The Beginning03:30 Exploring Hobson-Jobson and Linguistic Borrowings05:56 The Arabic Roots of Coffee09:45 Skepticism Towards Kaffa and African Origins11:39 The Role of Historical Figures in Coffee's Etymology14:00 The Debate Among Scholars20:12 Phonetic Changes in Coffee's Evolution24:25 French Perspectives on Coffee's Etymology27:07 Biographical Insights on Key Figures29:46 Poetic Reflections on Coffee's Heritage FREE AUDIO BOOK OF ALL ABOUT COFFEE AT LIBRIVOX  Visit and Explore Covoya!

00:00 Navigating the Coffee Supply Chain02:54 Understanding Logistics Challenges06:07 The Journey from Farm to Port08:55 Risks During Transportation11:50 Shipping and Container Challenges15:07 Delays and Quality Control17:52 Maritime Risks and Regulations27:22 Challenges in Coffee Shipping and Storage30:12 Navigating Port Operations and Delays33:34 Customs Holds and Their Impact40:14 Quality Control Upon Arrival49:32 Understanding Risks in Coffee Logistics  Visit and Explore Covoya!

• Liesa transitioned from the art world to coffee.
• Her role involves a lot of data management and systems.
• Collaboration is key in the coffee industry.
• Understanding the journey of coffee from farm to cup is crucial.
• The coffee industry has a rich history and community.
• Being adaptable is essential in her role.
• The importance of relationships in business cannot be overstated.
• Learning from colleagues enhances the work experience.
• Problem-solving is a significant part of her job.
• Covoya fosters a culture of knowledge sharing.

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