The Honey Moon Coffee Co. Podcast

In 2026, Zac finally convinces Jessica to agree to a VIDEO podcast (or does he?). New host (and Honey Moon Vice President) Paige Venturi takes the reigns and guides a reflection time with the co-founders before transitioning to a recorded conversation with our guest roaster for April 2026: Antler Specialty Goods.Annalisa and Hunter started Antler during the pandemic, and have carved out a successful business and growing family in the subsequent years. They share their story with Jessica and Zac along with highlights of their single origin coffee included in The One Coffee Ritual box this month.TakeawaysTransitioning to a new formatExcitement for 2026Balancing marriage and business ownershipThe significance of morning rituals in business and personal lifeChapters00:00 The Video Podcast Surprise05:26 Reflecting on 202611:17 Preparing for a Trip19:04 Guest Roaster: Antler Specialty Goods23:32 Antler Mobile Setup and Brick-and-Mortar28:35 Antler Commitment to Brick-and-Mortar37:07 Antler Establishing Roots in Henderson42:17 Antler Morning Rituals and Business Ownership50:31 Antler Coffee Tasting and Business Operations54:21 Jacob's Coffee Corner01:03:00 Zac and Jessica talk about Faith and Doubt

Introduction: In the latest episode of our podcast, we dive into the captivating world of food and its intricate relationship with our lives and marriages. From fasting to feasting, we explore how our eating habits impact not just our health but also our emotions and connections with loved ones.Main Content:Section 1: The Fasting ExperienceFasting has become a part of our routine, especially on Fridays. We often skip breakfast, opting to work out fasted, which has its benefits. As one host mentioned, "If I eat, I'll never work out," highlighting the struggle many face in balancing nutrition and fitness. The experience of fasting can lead to a heightened sense of hunger, making the discussion about food all the more engaging. For instance, as we recorded this episode, the sun was setting, and hunger pains were palpable, underscoring the significance of timing in our eating habits.Section 2: The Love-Hate Relationship with FoodFood plays a crucial role in our lives, especially in how we relate to one another. One host expressed a desire for a planned eating schedule, stating, "I definitely want to be able to enjoy the food and be mindful of its effects on me." This sentiment resonates with many couples who find that their dining habits can either bring them closer or create tension. The contrast in our eating styles—where one takes time to prepare their meal and savor it, while the other prefers a quick bite—reflects broader communication dynamics in relationships.Section 3: Emotional Connections to FoodWe also delved into the emotional aspects of eating. One host admitted to using food as a reward, saying, "I just worked so hard. I deserve to have ice cream." This sentiment highlights how food often serves as a comfort or a celebration in our lives. The conversation touched on the idea that many people have an emotional relationship with food, whether it's a positive reinforcement or a means of distraction from negative feelings. This perspective invites listeners to reflect on their own eating habits and how they relate to their emotions.

Jessica and Zac sit down to briefly talk about their own rituals and responsibilities of chores and decorating the house before introducing today's guest couple. Gina Heflick is the Accounting Support for Jessica at Honey Moon, and her husband John is a local outreach pastor in Evansville. They just married in 2025, and this is a second marriage for both of them. Tune in to hear how they've had to navigate blending their lives (and homes) together in their 50s, and everything that comes with that.

Zac and Jessica invited their friends Chandra and Austin Maxheimer to visit our new office space to share coffee and conversation. But in addition to recording a podcast together, they prompted them with some of the discussion prompts from The One coffee ritual, where they could reflect together on what it means for each of them to be HOME and AWAY. Check out the new website at www.honeymooncoffeeritual.com.

This month, we’ve decided to blend a few of our favorite projects together, the Honey Moon Coffee Co. podcast, and The One coffee ritual for couples. We invited our friends Chandra and Austin Maxheimer to visit our new office space to share coffee and conversation. But in addition to recording a podcast together, we prompted them with some of the discussion prompts from The One coffee ritual, where they could reflect together on what it means for each of them to be HOME and AWAY.A short teaser of the podcast is available today, with a quick introduction from Jessica and Zac, and the full episode will release next week. 

Zac and Jessica reflect on the end of the second quarter, and the rhythms that they are looking forward to in the 3rd. Jessica claims to have the best hike ever, and Zac finally impresses Jessica with a taglline for the new Honey Moon Coffee Ritual.Also, as a bonus, we have the full conversation with Kelly Johnson from The Daily Grind Podcast.The Daily Grind Podcast interview on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=54RLNGo4v6kThe Daily Grind Podcast website: https://www.kjfwi.org/the-daily-grind/

Back on the porch, Zac and Jessica reflect on the recent construction project expanding the Burkhardt location, as well as working a record-breaking shift at the West Side location on Mother's Day. 

Jessica finally has a plan to put Zac in a position to succeed. From maintenance man to head coach, Zac is ready for the new season of Honey Moon to begin. 

Zac and Jessica listen back to Zac's appearance on the How I Built This: Advice Line podcast and reflect on the experience. They also discuss the development of The One subscription box and the feedback they've received so far. Listen to the full episode of How I Built This with Guy Raz and Jack Conte here: https://wondery.com/shows/how-i-built-this/episode/10386-advice-line-with-jack-conte-of-patreon/

Producer Wes (don't call him Wesley!) sits down with Zac and Jessica to reflect on the end of the season and the calendar year, which included new faces, old faces, international trips, and a podcast interview with Guy Raz.

On a very special episode of the Honey Moon Coffee C. podcast, Zac and Jessica sit down on the patio of their hotel in Colombia during their first trip to a coffee farm on a full moon. Sam and Ethan worked at Honey Moon together as baristas before getting married, and they still work with us now in leadership capacities. Listen to the story of how they met, their first impressions of each other, how they finally decided to get married, and what they are looking forward to in the future.

On this episode of the Honey Moon Coffee Co. Podcast, Zac takes the lead interviewing Jessica on her connection between the business they’ve built and the home they’ve made. The podcast’s producer, Wes Luttrell, hops on with back half of the show to riff with Zac regarding his thoughts on this episode, connecting home and team, and how the couple sees competition in town. 

This recording of the Honey Moon Coffee Company Podcast finds Zac and Jessica overlooking a beautiful grape vineyard in conversation with Hubert Mussat and Katy Groves-Mussat, owners of Farmer and the Frenchman Winery in Henderson, Kentucky. Truly the Farmer and the Frenchman, hear Hubert and Katy’s tell of who they are (from the other’s point of view), why they started a winery in Henderson, and how they did so with the help and support of Katy’s family. This episode truly embodies what this podcast is all about: inspiring stories of partners in Love and Business. 

After five years, one pandemic, dozens of crew members, and thousands of customers, we needed to decide what to do about our lease at our second full location (on Burkhardt Road). Jessica and Zac walk through the pros and cons and the different doors that have opened and closed since then. 

Dr. Ryan Wood and Dr. Jessica Wood (Schulz) are the co-founders of Forefront Therapy with three different offices in Evansville, IN. Zac and Jessica sat down with both of them on the back patio to catch up and have them recount how they met, how they started their physical therapy business, and how it's grown over the years. You can learn more about their story and their practice at https://www.forefronttherapy.org/.

Jessica and Zac talk about how they came to know Ryan, and how they knew he would be the right fit as the Director of Operations at Honey Moon. Now with five months in to the role, Zac sat down with Ryan to share more about his career in the food and hospitality industry, as well as his hopes and goals for the future of Honey Moon.Ryan got to meet one of our coffee podcast heroes during Coffee Fest in New Orleans, and made Chris Deferio a new friend!

After returning from their longest ever vacation away from the shops (with only one fire while they were gone) Jessica and Zac reflect on the first half of the year and the first half of this podcast season. 

Paige Venturi began as a weekend barista and has worked her way up to be the Vice President of Honey Moon Coffee Co.. Jessica and Zac sit down with Paige on the back porch and discuss her journey thus far and the various contributions that she has made to the company and community in her four years with us. Get to know one of the key players of our team and you'll see why she's so beloved by everyone she meets.

Zac and Jessica sat down on the back porch and had a lively and long conversation with Jared and Briley of JB's Barnyard Ice Cream. In fact, we decided to give Jessica the month off and didn't record an additional conversation with just her and Zac. So please enjoy getting to know these two and get ready to taste their amazing ice cream in a Honey Moon location near you.

Jessica and Zac get away to a new hotel in St. Louis and get a surprising upgrade. They also received the final report from a consultation and facilitation by Derek Jones from the University of Evansville's Center for Innovation and Change. After some reflection from Wes and Zac, the couple behind the Parrella Petite bakery sit down with Jessica and Zac on the back patio to discuss their entrepreneurial journey and bringing bagels to the Honey Moon menu.

Zac and Jessica record a conversation out of town about what it feels like on the other side of completing the big west side project, and what goals for 2024 look like. Zac and Wes discuss some of the changes from season 1 to season 2. Zac interviews Mark Michaelson from the San Franciscan Roaster Company LIVE from the Evansville Coffee Co. headquarters at Honey Moon's west side location.

In the final episode of the first season (or is it a series?), producer Wes Luttrell interviews Zac and Jessica at the end of the Friends and Family Soft Opening of the new West Side location.

Jessica and Zac discuss how the podcast has sometimes inspired and sometimes stifled creativity in this first season and how they are both looking forward to a new chapter at the end of this large construction project.

With the Honey Moon HQ on the West Side of Evansville nearing completion, Jessica and Zac look back on their "Form vs. Function" conversation and what has changed as the dream has become reality.

In anticipation of the nearly-finished construction of the newest and largest Honey Moon location on the west side of Evansville, we���ve pulled a recording from the archives to hear how Zac and Jessica think about ���Form vs Function��� when making design decisions while building their coffee shops.

Jessica and Zac talk about a favorite seasonal drink and discuss why we don't offer it year round.

Zac and Jessica talk about how they try to balance the needs of the business with the limited hours in each day and how they try to make time to focus on their relationship OUTSIDE of work.

Jessica and Zac discuss a question submitted on the website regarding Honey Moon's ability to attract quality employees in a time when many business struggle to hire people, period. Culture? Type of work? Tune in to hear.��Then, The Parsons are joined by Nate and Elizabeth Viscaino, a young married couple who reflect on their time as Honey Moon employees and talk about their plans for a new chapter of life together in New York.��Today's episode is brought to you by Honey Moon Coffee Company's website: ��https://www.honeymooncoffeeco.com/ Whether you're interested in joining the Honey Moon team, subscribing to a monthly or bi-monthly coffee delivery, or simply want to learn more about the brand's story, visit the Honey Moon website to see what Evansville's fastest-growing coffee spot has to offer.��Hosts - Zac and Jessica ParsonsProducer - Wesley LuttrellEditor ��- Brooklyn HoffeditzMusic - ��Sam KubanThis podcast is produced by Wally Opus.��

Jessica and Zac discuss a question submitted on the website regarding tipping and some of the pushback businesses have felt in this day and age. Also, Jessica shares about her history (and future?) of racing in triathlons as her and Zac dive into how they make time to be active while operating a growing coffee company.��Today's episode is fueled by our parter-sponsor The Evansville Coffee Co. With a new team being formed, new roasters being built, and a new location under construction, it's an exciting time for the newly rebranded local coffee roastery. The team recently collaborated with this show's production partner, Wally Opus Records (of Evansville, IN), to create the Perfectly Imperfect Blend, a light roast hand-picked by the team of Wally Opus. Check out the complete line of delicious options at https://evansvillecoffeeco.com/.Time Stamps0:13 - Tipping gone too far?15:20 - Commercial break.16:25 - Making time for exercise.28:24 - Closing credits.28:58 - ?

0:13 - Where did you come up with the name?8:10 - Commercial break9:09 - One year in Newburgh33:34 - Closing credits34:06 - ?

Wes Luttrell from Wally Opus sits down with Zac Parsons from Honey Moon Coffee Co. to talk about the genesis of the podcast and how it all came together.