The Roast it Yourself Podcast

By The Roast it Yourself Podcast

Current Crop Roasting Shop’s own Certified Q-Grader, Catherine Mansel, sits down with Stephen Burnett of Coffee Bean Corral to field questions from home coffee roasters and professionals alike about r... more

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How many episodes does The Roast it Yourself Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 66 episodes available.

The Roast it Yourself Podcast episodes:

August 29, 2025 Roaster Head to Head: Kaleido vs. Bullet
Episode 65: Ever wondered how two of the most popular "level up" roasters perform head-to-head? Catherine and Stephen discuss the pros and cons of the Bullet R2 1-kilo roaster vs. the Kaleido M10 1.2-kilo roaster. From roast performance to chaff handling to ease of use/transport, we cover a lot of the real-world features/bugs that don't show up on the product page. If you're considering upgrading to a larger capacity roaster, you don't want to miss this discussion!
SEND YOUR QUESTIONS TO: [email protected]
NOTES:
Kaleido M10 1.2 Kilo Roaster at Coffee Bean Corral
Bullet R2 1 Kilo Roaster at Current Crop Roasting Shop
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27min
August 22, 2025 Is Co-Fermenting Just Artificial Flavoring?
Episode 64: This week, we explore the world of "alternative" processing methods, from co-fermenting to carbonic maceration. Our discussion is wide-ranging and seeks to answer the questions: "What? How? WHY???" PLUS: Stephen (a recovering coffee snob) shares his take on when a coffee processing method crosses the line into artificial flavoring.
SEND YOUR QUESTIONS TO: [email protected]
NOTES:
Follow Our NEW Instagram Account @RIY_POD
CHECK US OUT HERE:
Coffee Bean Corral YouTube
Coffee Bean Corral Website
Current Crop Roasting Shop Website
Rancher Wholesale Website
...more
16min
August 16, 2025 How to Buy, Roast and Brew Lower Acid Coffee
Episode 63: A listener is roasting coffee for a friend who finds the acid in many coffees hard on their stomach. We offer a suggestions at every stage of the process, from selecting a coffee, to roasting it, to brewing it, all to produce the lowest possible acidity in the cup.
SEND YOUR QUESTIONS TO: [email protected]
NOTES:
Find coffees with lower Brightness ratings with the Coffee Bean Matrix
Follow Our NEW Instagram Account @RIY_POD
CHECK US OUT HERE:
Coffee Bean Corral YouTube
Coffee Bean Corral Website
Current Crop Roasting Shop Website
Rancher Wholesale Website
...more
12min
August 08, 2025 "Should I Upgrade to an Air Roaster or a Drum Roaster?"
Episode 62: We're sure we'll step on some toes with this one...
This week, we got a question from a small batch roaster looking to upgrade to a larger commercial roaster, but is unsure of which way to go. The two main categories of coffee roasters are "fluid bed" and "drum," and there are pros and cons to each. Check out our answer and drop into the comments to share your own perspective!
SEND YOUR QUESTIONS TO: [email protected]
NOTES:
The roaster brand I couldn't remember is Loring - Stephen
Check out our commercial roasters lineup here
Check out the Bullet roaster at CCRS here
Follow Our NEW Instagram Account @RIY_POD
CHECK US OUT HERE:
Coffee Bean Corral YouTube
Coffee Bean Corral Website
Current Crop Roasting Shop Website
Rancher Wholesale Website
...more
15min
August 01, 2025 How To Find Exactly The Coffee You're Looking For
Episode 61: This week, we're responding to a listener's question about how to consistently find coffees that he enjoys and how to find good "taste-a-like" coffees when his favorites are unavailable. What can I say? We've got set up for a shameless plug!
SEND YOUR QUESTIONS TO: [email protected]
NOTES:
Follow Our NEW Instagram Account @RIY_POD
CHECK US OUT HERE:
Coffee Bean Corral YouTube
Coffee Bean Corral Website
Current Crop Roasting Shop Website
Rancher Wholesale Website
...more
12min
July 25, 2025 "Newbie Roaster Here, Does This Look Normal?"
Episode 60: This week, we got an excellent question from a self-proclaimed newbie roaster, including a picture (linked here). He gave us some details about his roast and his setup, and asked us to evaluate how he was doing. This is an excellent discussion for home roasters, whether you've just started or you have years of roasting under your belt. Throw your comments in the mix, ask questions, or teach us something new!
SEND YOUR QUESTIONS TO: [email protected]
NOTES:
The delicious but barely pronounceable Kenya: Ndaroini AB, Nyeri District
Follow Our NEW Instagram Account @RIY_POD
CHECK US OUT HERE:
Coffee Bean Corral YouTube
Coffee Bean Corral Website
Current Crop Roasting Shop Website
Rancher Wholesale Website
...more
11min
July 18, 2025 Great results from a cheap machine?
Episode 59: In this episode, Stephen tackles a question from a local questioner about how to steam milk for his lattes and cappuccinos using the cheap, old, big box store espresso machine he has on hand. Stephen discusses milk steaming technique, points to a few excellent resources and tools for getting great milk foam, and (because home coffee roasters are a scrappy bunch) proposes some solutions that will (hopefully) elevate the results of even low-end equipment!
SEND YOUR QUESTIONS TO: [email protected]
NOTES:
Lance Hedrick's intro milk steaming video
Low-priced espresso machine with a quality steam wand (Breville Bambino)
Follow Our NEW Instagram Account @RIY_POD
CHECK US OUT HERE:
Coffee Bean Corral YouTube
Coffee Bean Corral Website
Current Crop Roasting Shop Website
Rancher Wholesale Website
...more
15min
July 11, 2025 10 Reasons to Start Roasting TODAY!
Episode 58: Why would anyone want to roast coffee themselves? We dive into this question, going through our Top 10 motivations for learning the art and science of coffee roasting, no matter if you have business ambitions or just want to share with friends! Whether you're a seasoned roaster or you're getting ready to take the plunge, this conversation will motivate and inspire you to dive in or dive deeper into the best hobby in the world!
SEND YOUR QUESTIONS TO: [email protected]
NOTES:
Follow Our NEW Instagram Account @RIY_POD
CHECK US OUT HERE:
Coffee Bean Corral YouTube
Coffee Bean Corral Website
Current Crop Roasting Shop Website
Rancher Wholesale Website
...more
14min
June 30, 2025 Best Coffee for Espresso?
Episode 57: We respond to a question from an espresso drinker who's just getting started roasting about which country/origin produces the best beans for espresso. We discuss some of our favorites and how to choose a good coffee and roast level for espresso, based on your tastes!
SEND YOUR QUESTIONS TO: [email protected]
NOTES:
Follow Our NEW Instagram Account @RIY_POD
CHECK US OUT HERE:
Coffee Bean Corral YouTube
Coffee Bean Corral Website
Current Crop Roasting Shop Website
Rancher Wholesale Website
...more
13min
June 20, 2025 Is AI Useful for Home Coffee Roasters?
Episode 56: A listener sent us an AI analysis of the raw coffee they were about to roast, based on just a couple of uploaded photos, which raised the question: Is AI this helpful for home roasters? Are there other uses for AI that roasters can take advantage of? Dive in with us and find out!
SEND YOUR QUESTIONS TO: [email protected]
NOTES:
Follow Our NEW Instagram Account @RIY_POD
CHECK US OUT HERE:
Coffee Bean Corral YouTube
Coffee Bean Corral Website
Current Crop Roasting Shop Website
Rancher Wholesale Website
...more
13min

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