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Sourced: The Coffee Podcast
by Royal Coffee, Inc.
Royal Coffee, Inc. is a green coffee importer serving the global coffee roasting community. Since 1978, Royal has connected coffee producers to coffee roasters. In 2019, Royal launched the highly anticipated project The Crown: Royal Coffee Lab & Tasting Room, an open-sourced coffee education center located in Oakland, California.This podcast is an extension of the thoughts and happenings taking place within the larger network of Royal Coffee & The Crown. We hope you enjoy it!
Episodes
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Inside Ethiopia's Coffee Harvest Delays, Freight Struggles, and Their Impact on Quality
Peter Radosevich and Richard Sandlin of Royal Coffee break down why this year's Ethiopian coffees are some of the best in recent memory, despite soaring prices and logistical challenges. They trace the journey from COE pools in December to roasters' rosters in fall, unpacking how delays…
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Exploring Coffee Research in Hawaii
In this conversation, Chris Kornman and Juli Burden discuss the exciting developments in coffee research and education in Hawaii, focusing on innovative processing techniques, the importance of coffee germplasm, and the role of soil science and water conservation in coffee farming. They also...
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Exploring the Heart of Ethiopian Coffee
In this episode, Joshua Wismans, Richard Sandlin, and Isabella Vitaliano recount their trip to Ethiopia, exploring the complexities of the coffee supply chain, the importance of Fair Trade, and the healthcare challenges faced by coffee-growing communities. They discuss the role of Royal Coffee in...
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Is Frozen Coffee the New Fresh?
Freezing coffee has long been dismissed as outdated advice but is it actually wrong? In this episode, Chris and Isabella share findings from a six-month research project published in Roast magazine exploring whether freezing roasted coffee slows staling. Comparing room-temperature storage with…
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S3. Episode 9: Sustaining a Coffee Roasting Business
The Crown's Director of Education sits down with Luke Waite, founder of Pomello Coffee Consulting and author of The Owner's Manual: A Guide to Sustaining a Coffee Roaster to discuss the challenges of writing for a niche coffee audience, the unique needs of a coffee roasting business, and the...
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S3, Episode 8: Interpersonal Relationships in Coffee; The Magic of Catracha Coffee in Santa Elena
In this episode I wanted to zoom in and get a little bit personal. Although the scale is not massive the impact is immeasurable. Talking with Mayra, our co-worker at Royal, paints a picture of how coffee is so interpersonal and is driven by its ability to connect people to one another. In her...
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S3, Episode 7: Early Third Wave - Discovery, Evolution, and Microlots Part 2
In part two of the series, Charlie, Chris, and Spencer explore topics such as risk in coffee purchasing, the pendulum swing in experimental coffee, who is driving demand for investment in unique flavors, whether coffee hybrids could be the next wave, defining co-ferments, the potential for...
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S3, Episode 6: Early Third Wave - Discovery, Evolution, and Microlots Part 1
In this 2-part series, Charlie, Chris and Spencer go back in time to explore the turning point of sourcing and demand in late aughts till present day. They chat about 'good and right' coffee, government intervention, barista competitions, regrets in coffee buying and more. Stay tuned for the next...
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S3, Episode 5: C Market biannual update 2024 - Where is all of the coffee?
In this episode, Spencer Ford, Junior Trader, and Alex Mason, VP of Trading Activity, take a deep dive into the market volatility of the past six months. They cover topics such as backwardation, the record number of exports from Brazil, Vietnam's impact on the coffee market, and where all the...
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S3, Episode 4: Innovative Honduran Coffee Production Models with Richard Sandlin
Curious about what happens on an origin trip with importers and roasters? In this episode, we bring you exclusive insights from Richard about his recent trip to Honduras with Laurel Wirth and a team of coffee roasters. Tune in to learn more about two cutting-edge producing groups they visited:...
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S3, Episode 3: Freelancing in coffee w/ Sandra Loofbourow and Isabella
Have you been working in the coffee industry for a while and have the skillset and experience to work on your terms? In this episode, we sit down with the extensively experienced Sandra Loofbourrow and discuss her background and how she got into this niche area of the industry, the options as a...
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S3, Episode 2: Intersection of Coffee Sustainability & Business w/ Katie Carguilo
In this episode, we sit down with Katie Carguilo, Coffee Manager at Counter Culture Coffee & Board Member at World Coffee Research. Learn about her experience and growth as a coffee professional, her perspective on the intersection of business in coffee and sustainability, and her advice for new...
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S3, Episode 1: AI and Coffee Roasting w/ Chris Kornman and Doris Garrido
In this episode, Chris Kornman, Doris Garrido, and Isabella Vitaliano discuss AI roaster technology already on the market, its pros and cons, the further division between craft and mass-produced coffee, and the potential for AI to replace human roasters
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2023 C Market Recap w/ Spencer Ford & Alex Mason
In this episode from the trading desk, Junior Trader, Spencer Ford, and Vice President of Trading, Alex Mason, give a quick recap of the causes of the volatility in the "C" market for the last half of 2023. They discuss the disequilibrium in the market, aggressive pricing for centrals, Brazil…
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Japan Coffee Shop Culture w/ Richard Sandlin
Royal Coffee's Director of Business Development, Richard Sandlin, recently took a month-long trip to Japan, and in this episode, we get the tell-all. We delve into the coffee shop culture of Japan, roasting and processing trends, roaster size, tea vs. coffee culture, and more.
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Coffee Genetics w/ Hanna Neuschwander & Chris Kornman
This week, we get the chance to sit down with Hanna Neuschwander, the Director of Strategy and Communication at World Coffee Research Center and Chris Kornman, the Director of Education at The Crown. Exploring the genetics of arabica coffee, genetically modified coffee plants, what quality means...
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Is it anaerobic enough?
Sourcing and Placement Specialist, Charlie Habegger, and Trader & Digital Specialist, Amanda Amato, sit down with host Isabella in this episode to discuss the luxury coffee market. They explore the concept of coffee being 'anaerobic enough,' with 'anaerobic' serving as a placeholder for the…
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What da C do?
In this episode, we have Junior Trader, Spencer Ford, Trading Assistants, Grace Torres, and Lab & Education Coordinator, Isabella Vitaliano, to discuss the basics of the C-market and dissecting some of the intricacies surrounding the topic. From C-market history and the variables that impact...
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Asia Specialty Coffee market with Royal's International Sales Team Leader
In this episode Isabella sits down with Trader and International Sales team leader, Peter Radosevich to talk about his recent 75-day trip to Asia. They discuss the specialty coffee markets in China, Taiwan, Myanmar, and Thailand. From production volume to roasting style to experimental processing...
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Strategies for Hassle Free Coffee Shipping w/ Caitlin McCarthy-Garcia and Evan Gilman
How to save money on shipping, you ask? Logistics costs can inflate the final price of your raw goods. Junior trader Caitlin McCarthy-Garcia and Creative Director/Outbound Shipping Specialist Evan Gilman give you the inside scoop on all of your logistics questions. Is it possible to do same-day...
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Demystifying Direct Trade
Lab and Education Coordinator, Isabella, sits down with Spencer and Amanda to dispel the myths surrounding direct trade. They discuss the true logistics of direct trade, how to facilitate a direct trade with an importer like Royal Coffee, and the implications of direct trade purchases in terms of...
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Cervical Cancer, Women in Coffee, and Grounds for Health
Join us in this insightful episode as Lab & Education Coordinator, Isabella, sits down with Kyle Engelman, the Director of Philanthropy from Ground for Health. Together, they discuss a crucial topic of the link between cervical cancer and coffee growing regions. Discover how Ground For Health's...
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Insights from a Coffee Buyer's Trip through Indonesia and Shanghai
Curious about what entails a coffee origin trip? In this episode, Isabella sits down with Evan Gillman, Creative Director, to discuss his recent trip to Indonesia and Shanghai. They delve into production trends, the reclamation of Indonesian coffee culture, royal regional partnerships, and more.
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2023 East Africa Origin Update w/ Chris Kornman & Isabella Vitaliano
In this episode, Isabella Vitaliano sits down with Chris Kornman as he delves into his long-awaited return to Rwanda, Burundi, and Tanzania after an 8-year hiatus. They will cover some of Royal's long-term partnerships in the region, weather impacts, emerging production trends, yield projections,...
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Understanding Coffee Positions
New to purchasing green coffee? Junior Traders Spencer and Amanda from Royal Coffee give industry professionals insight into understanding coffee positions and industry lingo in this quick and informative 15-minute episode. Covering forward spreads, position release, advice for new buyers and...
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Colombia's New Wave of Coffee culture and Experimental Coffee Processing
In this episode, we have Natalia Mejia from Mastercol, a specialty coffee exporter based in Colombia, Amanda Amato, Junior trader and Colombia green coffee buyer from Royal Coffee, and Chris Kornman The Crown's Director of Education. They cover Colombia's new wave of coffee culture and…
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Tales from The Trading Desk
Our season premier podcast episode, Tales from the Trading Desk: Brazil Report, is co-hosted by Royal Coffee CEO Max Nicholas-Fulmer and Junior Trader Spencer Ford. They discuss Spencer's recent trip to Brazil and speculate about industry projections on Brazil's 2023 harvest and potential C…
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Episode 35: Level up your wholesale with Alli Ball of Food Biz Wiz
Have you struggled with building strong wholesale accounts and getting your coffee onto grocery aisle shelves? The Crown's Director of Coffee Content, Sandra Elisa Loofbourow, recently got the opportunity to chat with the founder of Food Biz Wiz, Alli Ball. In this interview, Alli shares some...
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Sustainability in Coffee w/Chris Kornman and Jeanine Niyonzima-Aroian
Jeanine Niyonzima-Aroian, founder and director of JNP Coffee, recently spoke with The Crown's Director of Education, Chris Kornman, about coffee in Burundi. The conversation is part of our series on sustainability and covers topics including pricing, gender equity, and colonialism.
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Introduction to Sustainability w/Chris Kornman & Sandra Loofbourow
We've been thinking a lot about sustainability lately, and having conversations that span the supply chain, listening and learning from perspectives and experiences beyond our own. Chris Kornman and Sandra Elisa Loofbourow sat down recently to introduce the concept and our forthcoming...
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Episode 34 : Beyond Labels - What Certifications Really Mean for Your Coffee
Fair Trade. Organic. Smithsonian Migratory Bird Center. What do these different certifications really mean? Tune in to the most recent @thecrownoak podcast episode with Director of Education Chris Kornman @ckornman and Certification Specialist Lauren Cropper to find out. They unpack the 5 most...
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Episode 33 - Roasting Operations
Join The Crown's Director of Roasting, Candice Madison, Philz Coffee's Director of Coffee & Sustainability, Andi Trindle Mersch, and Ally Coffee's Director or Learning, Ildi Revi, for a discussion about how to outfit a successful roastery – no matter the size.
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Episode 32- Royal's Farmgate Transparency Program w/ Bob Fulmer and Chris Kornman
Join The Crown's Director of Education Chris Kornman and Royal Coffee's co-founder, Bob Fulmer, as they discuss farmgate price, sustainability, and traceability in the coffee supply chain.
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Episode 31: Good for Espresso
Join The Crown's Chris Kornman, Sandra Elisa Loofbourow, Candice Madison, Alex Taylor, and Elise Becker as they discuss a good espresso. What coffees make good espressos? Are certain origins or processes better suited for single origins or blends? And how should one roast espresso for the best...
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Episode 30: Trade Secrets - What's Behind the Coffee Supply Chain Disruption
Join Royal Coffee's Inbound Traffic Manager Jodi Louws and The Crown's Director of Education Chris Kornman as they unpack an unprecedented series of events that have major implications for the global coffee supply. What does the Suez Canal have to do with coffee delays? Are recently harvested...
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Episode 29 - The Crown Jewel Quarterly w/ Alex Taylor, Chris Kornman & Spencer Ford
In this episode, Chris Kornman, our Education & Lab Manager, sits down with Spencer Ford, Sales Associate, and Alex Taylor, Tasting Room Manager, for our second Crown Jewel Quarterly. They go deep on the existing Crown Jewel line up and give a preview of what's on deck. Check out all our past...
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Episode 28 - Race and Specialty Coffee: Follow Up Q&A w/ Candice Madison and Phyllis Johnson
In this episode, Candice Madison our Director of Roasting and Phyllis Johnson noted author and renowned Specialty Coffee Industry Luminary answer audience questions from their first webinar in June. Check out all our past webinars & what's on the horizon online www.royalcoffee.com/webinars Shout...
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Episode 26 - The Future of Education at The Crown w/ Candice Madison, Chris Kornman & Sandra Loofbourow
In this episode, The Crown's education content creators, Candice Madison, Sandra Loofbourow, and Chris Kornman, talk about the changes in education coming to The Crown. They outline The Crown's online learning platform, discuss changes to in-person educational opportunities, highlight some...
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Episode 25 - Learning the Loring Smart Roast with Candice Madison & Rob Hoos
In this episode, The Crown's Director of Roasting, Candice Madison, & Director of Coffee for Nossa Familia Coffee, Rob Hoos, explore everything Loring, from the inception and history of the company to the mods & improvements that have led to the current models. Check out all our past webinars &...
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Episode 23 - Unlocking Roast Profiling with Candice Madison & Joanna Alm
In this episode, Candice Madison, The Crown's Director of Roasting & Joanna Alm, two-time Swedish Roasting Champion, World Roasting Championship finalist & the owner of Drop Coffee, discuss how to bring out different qualities in your roast, the journey of a roaster and deconstruct the roast…
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Episode 27 - Green Coffee Logistics with Chris Kornman, Jennifer Huber & Jodi Louws
In this episode, our Inbound Specialist, Jodi Louws, Director of Operations, Jennifer Huber, and The Crown's Education & Lab Manager, Chris Kornman, talk about how green coffee gets to you. They take a look into the behind the scenes work and what goes into bringing coffee from origin to…
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Episode 22 - Race & Specialty Coffee with Candice Madison & Phyllis Johnson
In this episode, Candice Madison, The Crown's Director of Roasting, and Phyllis Johnson, noted author and renowned Specialty coffee industry luminary, discuss the state of the industry for Black Specialty coffee professionals in 2020. Check out all our past webinars & what's on the horizon online...
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Episode 21 - The Chemistry of Roasting Coffee with Candice Madison & Juliet Han
In this episode, Candice Madison, The Crown's Director of Roasting, and Juliet Han from The UC Davis Center of Coffee, explore the chemical reactions that take place in the bean at different stages of the roast, and discuss how these chemical reactions affect the coffee in your cup. Check out all...
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Episode 20: What's Happening in Peru? with Edith Meza Sagarvinaga, Lenin Gomez Garcia & Rosi Quñiones
In this episode, our Certifications Specialist, Rosi Quñiones chats with Lenin G. Garcia from Sol y Café Cooperative and Edith M. Sagarvinaga from Finca Tasta. They discuss the evolution of specialty coffee and give updates on the current state of affairs due to COVID-19 in Peru. Check out all…
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Episode 19 - Crown Jewel Quarterly with Candice Madison, Chris Kornman & Spencer Ford
In this episode, Chris Kornman, our Education and Lab Manager sits down with Candice Madison, our Director of Roasting and Royal Coffee's Sales Associate, Spencer Ford for our first ever Crown Jewel Quarterly. They discuss some of our favorite coffees & provide a ton of tips along the way. Check...
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Episode 18 - What's Happening in Ethiopia? with Caitlin McCarthy-García, Max Nicholas-Fulmer & Haile Andualem
In this episode, Caitlin McCarthy-García, Royal Coffee Trader, Max Nicholas-Fulmer, Royal Coffee CEO & Haile Andualem, Royal Coffee's Ethiopia Representative sit down to provide an on the ground update, inventory planning & debunk a few myths on the ECX & more. Check out all our past webinars &...
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Episode 17 - New Norms in Cupping & QC with Chris Kornman, Caitlin McCarthy-García & Sandra Elisa Loofbourow
In this episode, Chris Kornman, our Education and Lab Manager, Royal Coffee Trader, Caitlin McCarthy-García & Sandra Elisa Loofbourow, our Tasting Room Director discuss cupping, calibration & quality control. Check out all our past webinars & what's on the horizon online...
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Episode 16 - What's Happening in Indonesia with Candice Madison, Evan Gilman & Rizka Pravitianasari
In this episode, Candice Madison, our Director of Roasting, Evan Gilman, our Creative Director & Rizka Pravitianasari, Vice Consul of Economic Affairs of the Consulate General of the Republic of Indonesia in San Francisco discuss all things Indonesia. They share an update on what is happening in...
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Episode 15 - Home Roasters Round Table with Candice Madison, Chris Kornman & Evan Gilman
In this episode, Candice Madison, our Director of Roasting, Chris Kornman, our Education & Lab Manager and Evan Gilman, our Creative Director hold a home roasting roundtable. Together, they discuss common home roasters like the Behmor, Ikawa & Quest M3. Check out all our past webinars & what's on...
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Episode 14 - What's Happening In Honduras with Mayra Orellana-Powell & Laurel Wirth
In this episode, Richard Sandlin sits down with Catracha Coffee's Founder/Royal Coffee's Marketing & Outreach Director, Mayra Orellana-Powell & one of Royal Coffee's Traders, Laurel Wirth. Together, they host a webinar focused on what's happening in Honduras, Royal Coffee's imports from this...
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Royal Coffee, Inc. is a green coffee importer serving the global coffee roasting community. Since 1978, Royal has connected coffee producers to coffee roasters. In 2019, Royal launched the highly anticipated project The Crown: Royal Coffee Lab & Tasting Room, an open-sourced coffee education center located in Oakland, California.This podcast is an extension of the thoughts and happenings taking place within the larger network of Royal Coffee & The Crown. We hope you enjoy it!
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