Howard Schultz’s Path

Join Ben & Pia on a MEGA exciting journey from a small Brooklyn apartment to the rainy streets of Seattle and the buzzing bars of Milan! This episode tells the true story of Howard Schultz — how a boy who watched his father struggle grew up to change how people enjoy coffee and tried to make work kinder for many. Why this story is special for young explorers: it mixes real-life grit, travel, and big ideas about work, care, and community. Learn how tasting a simple espresso in Milan sparked a whole new way to share coffee and conversation. Historical Fun Fact: In 1988 Starbucks offered health benefits to eligible part-time workers — an unusual move for businesses back then! Did you know? Which country inspired Howard Schultz to create the coffee shop style we now recognize: was it Italy or the United States? Which story do you want to hear next? Tell Ben & Pia in the comments and they might pick your idea for the next Lets Rewind! adventure. #LetsRewind #HowardSchultz #Starbucks #History #CoffeeStory #Inspiration #BenAndPia