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The Coffee Show with Kirk PearsonPre Batched Espresso: Destroying Coffee Or Hope For The Industry? With Hany EzzatProject Zero 2.0 has opened which has captured attention globally. There are really only two camps of people on this, those who are open to new ideas and innovation, and those that think the definition of espresso was written in the Magna Carta era.Joining Kirk is Hany Ezzat, the man responsible for posting a viral reel that has caused many to have a melt down. Hany is the founder of Ni Wares, a coffee ceramics brand that make specialist cups for coffee brewing.
2026-02-151h 02The Coffee Show with Kirk PearsonLucia Solis: Beginners Guide To Coffee ProcessingLucia Solis is a fermentation and coffee processing specialist who is now based in Guatemala. Lucia is also hosts an award winning coffee podcast called 'Making Coffee with Lucia Scolis' which recently won Sprudge Podcast of the year. Lucia's first line of work was as a wine maker. After studying Viticulture and Enology at UC Davis she worked in California's esteemed Napa Valley. These days Lucia commits her life to teaching others techniques to process their coffee, urging them to see 'processing as an opportunity to add value.'
2026-02-091h 20The Coffee Show with Kirk PearsonLucia Solis: Beginners Guide To Coffee ProcessingLucia Solis is a fermentation and coffee processing specialist who is now based in Guatemala. Lucia is also hosts an award winning coffee podcast called 'Making Coffee with Lucia Scolis' which recently won Sprudge Podcast of the year. Lucia's first line of work was as a wine maker. After studying Viticulture and Enology at UC Davis she worked in California's esteemed Napa Valley. These days Lucia commits her life to teaching others techniques to process their coffee, urging them to see 'processing as an opportunity to add value.'
2026-02-081h 20The Coffee Show with Kirk PearsonChristopher Feran: Post Harvest and Green Bean SpecialistChristopher Feran is coffees is the author of coffees most detailed and forensic blog. Chris has many years of experience working as a post harvest and green bean consultant, helping roasters of many different sizes with their sourcing and blend formulation. Chris also has a brand called Aviary Coffee where he roasts and sells one different coffee monthly, allowing him to develop sutainable partnerships, and roast the coffee really damn well! In this episode Chris and Kirk talk about sourcing, the Scott Rao wars...
2026-02-011h 13The Coffee Show with Kirk PearsonSmallbatch Founder Andrew Kelly: Why Ethical Sourcing MattersThough he would never own up to it, Andrew Kelly is one of the Four Horseman of Melbourne's specialty coffee industry. Andrew is the Founder of Small Batch Coffee, a seminal Melbourne roastery and Sharesource, which sources coffee that ensures farmers financial sustainability and aims for better outcomes on farm. The key contention of this podcast is how do we as an industry better communicate to consumers why buying ethically sourced coffee is a good thing. Have we been selling the message wrong? Have we been to prone to...
2026-01-251h 08The Coffee Show with Kirk PearsonHow To Roast Coffee With Scott RaoScott Rao is the most recognised coffee roasting expert in the world. Through his consulting work he has helped countless coffee roasters to improve their roasting and day to day operations. The who's who of coffee all look up to him. Kirk and Scott cater to roasters that are at the beginner, intermediate and advanced level of roasting, so if you roast coffee already or you want to learn, this is the best podcast you can listen to. Scott and Kirk both tell some horror stories of workplaces they...
2026-01-181h 35The Coffee Show with Kirk PearsonWhy Are Pokemon Cards Surging In Value Right Now?WARNING! This podcast has nothing to do with coffee. Pokemon is the most successful game/movie/merchandising franchise in the world by a long way, and in recent times that has gone to a whole new level. In the podcast we are joined by Jonathan D'allessando of Card Bot AU, a company that sells cards through vending machines. What started as a hobby for his brother CJ, ended up becoming a thriving business that cannot stock their machines quick enough! Regular listeners to this...
2026-01-141h 22The Coffee Show with Kirk PearsonAre We Making It Too Expensive To Compete In Coffee Competitions?The World Coffee Championships recently unveiled their new sponsors, with Ceado now being the grinder sponsor for the barista category and Option O for brewers cup.Coffee competitions have always been costly, but this year they're going to a new level and the frequency at which the sponsors change make it hard for would be competitors to budget accordingly.Perhaps the most shocking change is that for the Brewers Cup competitors will now be required to use the same grinder for compulsory and open service which is a massive...
2026-01-1223 minThe Coffee Show with Kirk PearsonFurure Of Taste: Toby Weedon Of OatlyIn our recent tour of Europe, we touched down in Berlin to attend the launch of Oatly's 'Look Book' they formulated to help cafes and home enthusiasts to make better drinks that are better for the planet! Kirk sat down with Toby Weedon who is the Barista Development Director at Oatly who oversaw the creations in the Look Book. Along with the launch of the look book Kirk and Toby discuss the 'Future of Taste' report that Oatly developed which looks into upcoming trends within the coffee industry, like: ...
2025-12-221h 00The Coffee Show with Kirk PearsonPre Made Espresso Revolution Coming? With Matt Perger and Jeremy Challender of Barista Hustle.Matt Perger and Jeremy Challender run Barista Hustle, an online coffee education provider that make comprehensive courses for people of any skill level in coffee to better their knowledge!In this episode of The Coffee Show, Matt, Jeremy and Kirk have just concluded a blind tasting that compared milk coffee that was made using freshly made espresso and espresso that had been made a day prior. The results were quite fascinating and might surprise you! Is the future of coffee pre made? Also, the...
2025-12-071h 13The Coffee Show with Kirk PearsonWashed Coffees Are Back Baby!!! With Alex MooreAlex Moore is the runner up of the Australian Brewers Cup and staff member at Project Zero Coffee. Alex was trained by Kirk and overachieved in his first season as a competitor. What was special about Alex routine is that he was the only competitor that used a washed coffee in the whole competition. In recent years, natural and experimental fermentations have dominated the Australian competition scene, this year Alex coffee was the highest scoring of the whole weekend despite coming second to the legendary Simon Gautherin! In this...
2025-11-301h 19The Coffee Show with Kirk PearsonMatt Winton and Sierra Yeo: Specialty Coffees Power Couple!Matt Winton a World Brewers Cup Champion now residing in Switzerland. Sierra Yeo is a National Brewers Cup Champion (previously representing the UK) and recently won the Swiss Brewers Cup, meaning she will compete again at the World Brewers Cup in Brussels. Matt and Sierra are happily married and together run Rose Coffee Roasters, and internationally famed roastery that sells some of the highest quality and unique coffee the world has to offer. At Host Milan, Kirk, Sierra and Matt all linked up to record a podcast and touched...
2025-11-2831 minThe Coffee Show with Kirk PearsonPitch Of The Century: How Paul Ross Sealed The Deal To Open Special Guests Coffee in LondonPaul Ross is a UK barista champion and founder of Special Guests Coffee in London.On our recent Euro tour, Kirk stopped by Special Guests Coffee and was blown away, calling it the best coffee in the UK and he isn’t alone. Paul told a really interesting story about how he made coffee for the landlord which blew them away. It was that fateful decision of taking a flask of competition coffee to the pitch that helped him beat out others for a highly coveted space to open a...
2025-11-161h 01The Coffee Show with Kirk PearsonNoma, Worlds Best Restaurant, Opens A Cafe! With Carolyne LaneAs part of our recent tour or Europe, Kirk stopped by Copenhagen where he discovered that the #1 Restaurant in the world has opened a coffee bar! Kirk was the first customer and managed to secure an interview with Noma Head of Coffee Carolyne Lane inside the new space. So why have Noma ventured into coffee? And what are their plans in the future? WIll Noma's world leading expertise on fermentation be part of a broader collaboration in the future? Find out on this episode of the Coffee Show with Kirk Pearson! Like this...
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The Lui Diaz Podcast98. The Future of Coffee & Life with Kirk PearsonWelcome to a special episode number 98 with my friendly neighbourhood coffee guy and host of ‘The Coffee Show’ podcast, Kirk Pearson.Join us from Melbourne’s Hosier Lane as Kirk and I dive deeper into the world of coffee, covering Melbourne coffee culture and the future of the coffee industry as it integrates deeper and deeper into life itself.Key Talking Points* Science in Specialty Coffee: Kirk reveals the intense level of science and mathematics that goes into high-quality coffee—like weighing everything and assessing water chemistry. * From Pong to GTA 5: The Stee...
2025-11-022h 10The Coffee Show with Kirk PearsonDon Jose and Sofia Luttrell: The Father-Daughter Dream TeamJose Luttrell (or Don Jose as Kirk likes to call him) is the Patriarch of the Luttrell Family that owns Panamanian coffee farm 'Abu Coffee.' Sofia Luttrell is his daughter who hasn't finished high school yet, but is keenly interested in the farming life and at the ripe old age of 18, is the Brewers Cup champion of Panama! Together they make a dream team that is amazing to see, and it is fair to say that the future looks bright for Abu Coffee! ...
2025-10-2820 minThe Coffee Show with Kirk PearsonChris Baca: 9 Years of Cat and Cloud. Good Company Culture Makes Life Easier for Everyone!Chris Baca is one of the founders of Cat and Cloud Coffee in Santa Cruz, California. Chris is also a previous winner of the USA Barista Championships and one of the original specialty coffee content creators, dating back more than ten years. Chris career journey is one of the most traceable in all of coffee. Nowadays his focus is on Cat and Cloud and one of his biggest focuses is building a nurturing company culture, which he broadly implores the rest of the industry to do. Chris and Kirk talk about the costs...
2025-10-121h 03The Coffee Show with Kirk PearsonJames Hoffmann: How Coffee Shops Can Thrive In 2025James Hoffmann is the most recognised face in all of coffee. From winning the World Barista Champioship, his detailed coffee videos and the World Atlas for Coffee, James has for a long time been the biggest name in the coffee industry. After years of asking, Kirk finally landed the interview and the conversation did not dissapoint. What makes a cafe thrive in 2025? Are cafes competing against home baristas? Should we switch the internet off? These are some of the questions we answer on the podcast. ...
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Love of Christ Church Sunday MessagesMarriage, Ministry, & Miracles Pastors Kirk and Shianne Pearson team up with Guest Speakers, Pastors Braden and Leann Conner of Renew Life Church in Texas to bring this message.
2025-10-0544 minLove of Christ Church Sunday MessagesMarriage, Ministry, & Miracles Pastors Kirk and Shianne Pearson team up with Guest Speakers, Pastors Braden and Leann Conner of Renew Life Church in Texas to bring this message.
2025-10-0544 minThe Coffee Show with Kirk PearsonHow To Open A Cafe On A Shoestring Budget: Fabian Brito of Officer Coffee Do you want to open a cafe but don't think you have the money? This story is something you want to hear. Fabian Brito together with his business partner Leon Holdsworth (Kirk's Sensei) bootstrapped opening their cafe Officer Coffee, where you will find the who's who of coffee in their spare time. In this episode of the Coffee Show, Fabian gives all the details of what it took to open Officer Coffee. From building most of the cafe themselves to becoming creative with finding furniture they finished the job with an eventual price...
2025-09-281h 02The Coffee Show with Kirk PearsonThe Key To Good Coffee? Good Water! Simon Gautherin and Nemo Pop (The Waterboys).Simon Gautherin and Nemo Pop from Apax Labs are reshaping the way coffee is made world wide. Apax Labs make mineral concentrates to enhance the quality of coffee both pre and post extraction. Simon has long been among the leading thought leaders around the world on the importance of water for coffee for years now. Nemo is a new employee of Apax tasked with better understanding the impact of the 'Wave' machine by Wavedtech, which pulses electro magnetic waves though liquid. Together they're making new discoveries on what this machine might be able...
2025-09-2253 minThe Coffee Show with Kirk PearsonThe Key To Good Coffee? Good Water! Simon Gautherin and Nemo Pop (The Waterboys).Simon Gautherin and Nemo Pop from Apax Labs are reshaping the way coffee is made world wide. Apax Labs make mineral concentrates to enhance the quality of coffee both pre and post extraction. Simon has long been among the leading thought leaders around the world on the importance of water for coffee for years now. Nemo is a new employee of Apax tasked with better understanding the impact of the 'Wave' machine by Wavedtech, which pulses electro magnetic waves though liquid. Together they're making new discoveries on what this machine might be able to do for the coffee industry...
2025-09-2255 minThe Coffee Show with Kirk PearsonKat Melheim (Roaster Kat): How To Become A Coffee RoasterKat Melheim is a veteran coffee roaster who has developed a large online following for her roasting content. In this podcast Kirk and Kat go through how to enter the industry as a coffee roaster and discuss some of the nuances of the profession. Plus, we talk about the 'importance pie' and give our coffee roaster Mt Rushmore's! Like this podcast? Leave a review or even share to some friends! Sharing helps us grow so that we can go to more places and share...
2025-09-151h 09The Coffee Show with Kirk PearsonJulijan Markovic: Esmeralda Aftermath & Why You Shouldn't Start A Business In CoffeeJulijan Markovic is the founder of Brew Methods in Melbourne Australia and is one of Australia's most talented coffee brewers of the last few years. This podcast occurs right after we tried the Best of Panama winning Washed Geisha, Natural Geisha and Laurina. This was an incredible experience. Julijan and Kirk also talk about what makes a good coffee experience and controversially: Why you shouldn't start a coffee business! Like this podcast? Leave a review or even share to some friends! Sharing helps us...
2025-09-0851 minThe Coffee Show with Kirk PearsonMorgan Drinks Coffee: Your Friendly Internet Barista!How do you introduce those who need no introduction? Like this: Morgan Eckroth is the most recognisable face in the coffee industry today! With nearly 10 million followers across Youtube, Instagram and Tiktok, Morgan has touched every corner of the globe with their catchy videos and lessons on making unbelievable coffee drinks! We were excited to learn that Morgan is as big of a Star Wars fan as Kirk and has some spicy takes on which order to watch the films in. Beyond that, Morgan is a world class barista competitor and...
2025-08-311h 13The Coffee Show with Kirk PearsonDr Dean Miller & Pete Licata: Coffee Doesn't Ruin Your Sleep!Dr Dean Miller is a sleep and circadian scientist based in Adelaide who studies sleep and works with high performance athletes advising them on sleep to optimise performance. Pete Licata is a World Barista Champion who started a new coffee company 'Caffeine Control Coffee' which offers different coffees with varying levels of caffeine, so that people can better manage their caffeine intake and improve sleep. In this podcast Kirk, Dean and Pete discuss whether coffee consumption in general is bad for your sleep. How many coffees can you have in a day and...
2025-08-2854 minThe Coffee Show with Kirk PearsonLucy Ward: Why Food Security Is Something The Coffee Industry Should Focus OnLucy Ward is green coffee buyer for one of Australia's biggest and most influential coffee brands, ST ALI. Kirk and Lucy are former colleagues and discuss at length an existential threat to coffee not enough people are talking about: The aging workforce at coffee origins. Recently we learned that the average age of a coffee farmer in Colombia, one of the worlds biggest coffee producing countries, is 58. With coffee farmers aging and not enough young people interested in becoming coffee farmers, we have a looming crisis that requires solutions fast. Like...
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2025-08-2447 minThe Coffee Show with Kirk PearsonKirk's Take: This World Barista Championship Will Be The Most Competitive EverThe upcoming World Barista Championship will be the hardest ever to win! There are three returning baristas that are all former podium winners that have won their respective national competitions multiple times. So who will win the World Barista Championship in Milan? Grab a coffee and listen in for Kirk's take! Like this podcast? Leave a review or even share to some friends! Sharing helps us grow so that we can go to more places and share more stories around the world.
2025-08-1707 min2025-08-1743 minThe Coffee Show with Kirk PearsonRachel Peterson: Producer Of The Worlds Greatest CoffeeRachel Peterson is one of the family members that own Hacienda La Esmeralda in Panama, which has a claim to being the most recognisable coffee farm in the entire world. Recently as the Best of Panama auction they didn't just break the record, the totally annihilated it, winning every category and setting a new world record of $30,000 USD per kg. This is the first podcast Rachel who represents Esmeralda has done since the infamous auction, which will go down forever in the coffee history books. Record prices like this haven't always been the...
2025-08-141h 36The Coffee Show with Kirk PearsonAustralian Specialty Coffee Association: Dropping The Elitism In Coffee CompetitionsTodays guests Bruno, Jennifer and Emiline of the Australian Specialty Coffee Association discuss with Kirk their new change in approach to competition in Australia and how effective it was. The organisation themselves identified that their own competitions had become 'elitist' and wanted to do something to change that and make competitions more accessible, to develop community! This is something that should be viewed from around the world so we can ensure money and status are not a barrier to entry for coffee competitions. Like this podcast? Leave a review or even share to...
2025-08-111h 072025-08-1045 minThe Coffee Show with Kirk PearsonBest of Panama Reaction: The Most Expensive Coffee Of All Time!Yesterdays auction shattered every record possible and was predicted almost to the dollar by Kirk. This is our reaction to what went down at the Best of Panama Auction!
2025-08-0711 minThe Coffee Show with Kirk PearsonKirk's Take: I Think Esmeralda Will Sell For $30,000/kg, Here's Why:This week the Best Of Panama Auction will take place and it is the most anticipated auction ever. Since the competition took place, the industry has been abuzz about Hacienda La Esmeralda winning all three categories. Their Washed Geisha entry scored an unprecedented 98 points, which may be the best coffee on record!Many are speculating that this coffee will exceed $20,000 USD per kilogram, and Kirk sees a possibility that it could reach as high as $30,000. Kirk explains all in this short podcast! Like this podcast? Leave a review or...
2025-08-0510 minThe Coffee Show with Kirk PearsonLance Hedrick: Do Home Baristas Make Better Coffee Than Cafes?Lance Hedrick is a respected coffee content creator with a massive Youtube and Instagram following. Lance is known for his long form breakdowns of equipment, brewing methods and many other advanced subjects in the coffee industry. In this podcast Lance and Kirk discuss Lance' introduction to the coffee industry, how he made bank winning latte art smackdowns, golf and health.Perhaps the most interesting topic discussed though is whether home baristas now make better coffee than most cafes! Like this podcast? Leave a review or even share to some friends! Sharing...
2025-08-041h 182025-08-0349 minThe Coffee Show with Kirk PearsonDavid Flood and Sam Keck: He Brought a Knife to a Gun Fight, And Won!Sam Keck is a co-founder of Commonfolk Coffee in Australia and helped build Zukukubora, a social enterprise in Uganda that's purpose is to empower coffee farming communities to making farming sustainable and regenerative. David Flood until recently was a little known brewer from St David's Dairy in Melbourne. He competed in his first Brewers Cup competition using coffee from Zukukubora and wiped the floor with all of competitors on the day, with a performance that had people in tears. People are now describing what David accomplished as bringing 'a knife to a gun fight...
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2025-07-2751 minThe Coffee Show with Kirk PearsonCoffee Show Q&A #1Kirk answers listeners questions sent in. What is the best cafe in the world? Who is in his Pokemon party at the moment? How to watch the UFC when you have a family? Tips to opening a cafe? Kirk answers all in this podcast. Like this podcast? Leave a review or even share to some friends! Sharing helps us grow so that we can go to more places and share more stories around the world.
2025-07-2519 minThe Coffee Show with Kirk PearsonMason Salisbury: How Tariffs Are Affecting US Coffee Businesses and Relentlessly Pursuing QualityMason Salisbury is the founder of Luminous Coffee operating out of Las Vegas Nevada. In this podcast Mason outlines the uncertainty of trade policy in the US right now and how it is impact US coffee roasteries. Mason above all, is a quality focused coffee roaster with an enormous amount of experience operating on almost type of coffee roaster. We discuss his recent transition to roasting on a Typhoon roaster, a completely electric and convection based roaster. Plus, does drinking only washed coffee mean you're lame? Find out our answer!Like...
2025-07-201h 212025-07-2051 minThe Coffee Show with Kirk PearsonJack Simpson: Can He Win Finally Win The World Barista Championship?Jack Simpson has won the Australian Barista Championship for the past three years. At the world level he has placed 3rd and 2nd in consecutive years and this year he looks to do one better in what might be his final campaign. Jack has evolved over the years, and this year Kirk thinks he is looking better than ever. Kirk and Jack discuss competition at length and Kirk also tells a story about Strawberry Matcha you might not believe! Like this podcast? Leave a...
2025-07-141h 042025-07-1345 minThe Coffee Show with Kirk PearsonRhys Woods: 10 Things You Should Know Before Opening A CafeAre you thinking of opening a cafe or wanting improve your current one? Then this podcast is an excellent resource for you. Kirk is joined by Rhys Woods of Ona Coffee and together they distill some 10 great points on what you should consider before opening a cafe, some of the tips will save you a lot of pain! Rhys Woods works as an Account Manager for Ona Coffee, who are a successful and quality focused coffee wholesaler in Australia, while Kirk Pearson is a cafe owner himself. Together their...
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Love of Christ Church Sunday MessagesStudent Takeover Sunday Today is Student Takeover Sunday! You’ll hear from 5 young communicators, each sharing their testimony for 5 minutes. These students have been growing in their walk with Jesus, and today they get to share what He’s doing in their lives.
2025-07-0644 minThe Coffee Show with Kirk PearsonAston Utan: Building The Indonesian Specialty Coffee SceneAston Utan is one of the founders of Common Grounds in Jakarta Indonesia. Common Grounds are hugely responsible for the development of the Indonesian specialty coffee scene and Aston is their CEO. In this episode Kirk and Aston discuss how the Indonesian coffee scene has grown to be one of the most vibrant in the world. Aston and Kirk also discuss how technology will influence coffee service in the future and why customers prefer buying coffee from people rather than robots. Like this podcast? Leave a review or even share to...
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2025-06-2946 minThe Coffee Show with Kirk PearsonKai Janson - Pana-drama! What Makes Coffee From Panama So Special?Kai Janson is a world leading coffee producer from Panama operating Janson Family Estates. Coffee from the Janson family is internationally applauded and used in competitions all over the world. In 2023 Janson Geisha was used by Boram Um to win the World Barista Championship, a first for the Janson family. In this episode Kirk and Kai discuss what it is that makes coffee from Panama so special! Kai also spills the beans on what some call 'pana-drama,' a term that describes the friendly rivalry between coffee producers in Panama who many believe produce the...
2025-06-2335 min2025-06-2250 minThe Coffee Show with Kirk PearsonMikael Jasin: World Barista Champion, Cafe Owner, Coffee ExporterMikael Jasin is the reigning World Barista Champion, cafe owner and coffee exporter. Mikael took the world by storm winning the World Barista Championship prioritising mindfulness and recounting the challenges he had to overcome to finally win, a great metaphor for life in general. Above everything, Mikael is a proud Indonesian. Since winning the WBC he has been a powerful ambassador for his own country and greater Asia . In this podcast Mikael and Kirk discuss how competition could improve, what Indonesian coffee farmers need to grow and a vision for the coffee industry...
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Techtonic with Mark Hurst | WFMUUnveiling our new theme song by Kirk Pearson, and Big Tech alternatives from Jun 16, 2025
Unveiling our new theme song by Kirk Pearson, and Big Tech alternatives
Tomaš Dvořák - "Gameboy Tune"
- "Mark's intro"
- "Kirk Pearson unveils the new Techtonic theme song" [0:09:35]
- "Mark's comments" [0:36:14]
Kirk Pearson - "The Self Driving Car's Gonna Repossess Itself" [0:56:15]
https://www.wfmu.org/playlists/shows/153129
2025-06-1700 minThe Coffee Show with Kirk PearsonBoram Um: World Barista Champion, Coffee Producer, K-Pop Star?Boram Um is the 2023 World Barista Champion, a coffee producer and contender for worlds most handsome barista! In this podcast Kirk and Boram discuss the challenges of preparing for a world title run, how Boram prepared and how life changed for him after the win. Boram and his family own Fazenda Um in Brazil from which he produced one of his world championship coffees. Interestingly, Boram is an advocate for the new changes to the coffee scoring system under the Coffee Value Assessment, which is contrast of a lot of coffee personalties based...
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Love of Christ Church Sunday MessagesFather's Day A panel of fathers and one son share their journey
2025-06-1545 minThe Coffee Show with Kirk PearsonDaryanto Witarsa: How Jakarta Cemented Itself As a Global Coffee CityDaryanto Witarsa is a well known coffee entrepreneur in Indonesia who now works as high ranking government official overseeing food security. Hosting the World of Coffee is now a competitive process and Yanto lobbied for years to make it happen. This year that dream was achieved with unprecedented success. The show was bustling and set a new standard. In Yanto's new role, he oversees a project of national importance working in the government of newly elected Prabowo Subianto, as a director of food security. Prabowo as he is known to Indonesians, has prioritised nutrition for...
2025-06-1120 minThe Coffee Show with Kirk PearsonJay Kim: Why Hospitality Will Always Be The Secret Ingredient To Great Coffee!Jay Kim is the co-founder of the UFO dripper and growing personality in the specialty coffee space. Jay's public profile has grown enormously in recent times for his inspiring social media posts and videos emphasising the importance of hospitality in coffee.In this podcast Jay and Kirk talk at length about inequality in coffee and how drinking coffee is a privilege, not a right.Like this podcast? Leave a review or even share to some friends! Sharing helps us grow so that we can go to more places and share more stories around...
2025-06-0934 min2025-06-0846 minThe Coffee Show with Kirk PearsonSavina Giachgia: Why Sustainability Is More Important Than Ever In CoffeeSavina Giachgia is a runner up in the World Brewers Cup competition of 2023 and passionate advocate for sustainability in coffee. In this discussion Kirk and Savina discuss why everyone should be more concerned about sustainability and what we risk if we don't pay attention. Kirk also reflects on a recent farm visit in Indonesia and highlights why investing in farms is essential for the future of coffee production and maintaining financial viability of coffee farms. Like this podcast? Leave a review or even share to some friends! Sharing helps us grow so that...
2025-06-0422 minThe Coffee Show with Kirk PearsonJordy & Herru of Ombe KofieJakarta's specialty coffee industry is booming! With more cafes opening than anyone can keep track of, Ombe Kofie has remained adored in a hyper competitive market. Ombe coffee serve some of the best coffee in all of Indonesia (we can confirm that). We were lucky enough to record this podcast inside one of their venues. Two of Ombe's leaders, Jordy and Herru join us to explain the origins of Ombe Coffee (founded by Jordie's father Jason). Why did they decide to open a cafe? How challenging was it? What is the coffee scene like in...
2025-06-0449 minThe Coffee Show with Kirk PearsonYoshua Tanu: Jago Coffee, The New Indonesian Coffee Start Up Taking Indonesia By Storm!Yoshua Tanu is an icon in the Indonesian Coffee Industry. A former Indonesian Barista Champion and co founder of Common Grounds Coffee, he has founded a new venture that changes the game. Jago Coffee is a mobile cafe that operates using karts. Mobile karts are very common in Indonesia for selling food and other goods. Jago Coffee have for the first time introduced mobile cafes to Jakarta using refrigerated smart bikes that take coffee to where customers are. Using both nimble bikes that can weave through Jakarta's notoriously congested roads and combining them with smart...
2025-06-0233 min2025-06-0141 minThe Coffee Show with Kirk PearsonYannis Apostolopolous: Specialty Coffee Association CEO Explains Controversial Changes To Coffee Scoring SystemRecently it was announced that the system coffee quality graders (Q graders) have been using to score coffees for decades will radically change, causing fury throughout the industry. In this podcast Kirk questions the CEO of the Specialty Coffee Association on how the new system works, why it is changing and how it will be implemented.The scale of the change has been hard to comprehend for Q graders and many coffee producers. Some have said they won't recognise the new system, while others have welcomed the change as it reflects a changing coffee industry.
2025-05-2818 minThe Coffee Show with Kirk PearsonHide Izaki: How a Coffee Legend Sees the Future of Consumerism and AI in CoffeeHidenori Izaki — 2014 World Barista Champion and one of the most influential voices in specialty coffee — joins Kirk to explore the evolving landscape of coffee. From the shifting dynamics of global competitions to how baristas can stay sharp, Hide offers rare insight. They also dive deep into the intersection of AI and coffee, and how the industry can better connect with everyday consumers without losing its soul.A must-listen for anyone passionate about the future of coffee.
2025-05-2637 min2025-05-2546 minThe Coffee Show with Kirk PearsonGabriel: How Daterra’s Product Development Director Sees the Coffee Drought in BrazilIn this episode, we sit down with Gabriel Agrelli, Product Development Director at Daterra Coffee, one of Brazil’s most innovative farms. Gabriel shares firsthand insights into how the ongoing drought is reshaping coffee production, what it means for farmers on the ground, and how Daterra is responding with cutting-edge agricultural practices and long-term sustainability strategies. From climate resilience to future-ready coffee varieties, this is a conversation every coffee professional and enthusiast should hear.
2025-05-2343 min2025-05-1841 minThe Coffee Show with Kirk PearsonCarlos Escobar: My Dad Stopped Growing Coffee Because Farmers Have Been Undervalued for Too Long.In this deeply personal episode, Brewing Champion Carlos Escobar shares the story behind the cup — one rooted in sacrifice, injustice, and unshakable purpose. Growing up on a coffee farm in Colombia, Carlos witnessed firsthand the harsh reality of an industry that undervalues its producers. His father stopped growing coffee — not because of poor farming, but because farmers have been undervalued for too long.Now, Carlos is using his voice, skill, and platform to advocate for change. We dive into his journey from farm to world stage, the broken systems behind your daily brew, and how...
2025-05-1740 minThe Coffee Show with Kirk PearsonBrydon Price: How the World Brewers Cup Head Judge Scores the Best in the WorldWorld Brewers Cup Head JudgeEver wondered what it takes to impress the Head Judge of the World Brewers Cup? In this episode, we sit down with Brydon Price — certified sensory expert, coffee professional, and Head Judge at the global stage — to uncover the behind-the-scenes details of scoring, what separates a good brew from a great one, and how competitors can stand out.From technique to taste, Brydon shares insights that will change the way you brew and appreciate coffee. Whether you’re a barista, competitor, or just a coffee nerd.
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2025-05-1138 minThe Coffee Show with Kirk PearsonDave Makin: How Axil Coffee Built a Roasting Empire — Growth, Grit, and Lessons LearnedIn this episode of The Coffee Show with Kirk Pearson, we sit down with Dave Makin — founder of Axil Coffee Roasters, Australian Barista Champion, and one of the key figures behind Melbourne’s specialty coffee movement.From starting out as a barista to building one of Australia’s most recognized coffee brands, Dave shares the untold story behind Axil’s rise. We dive deep into the challenges of scaling a roasting business, staying true to quality at volume, and what it really takes to lead in a fiercely competitive market.Whether you’re a café owner, aspiring roaster, or simply love...
2025-05-041h 212025-05-0446 minThe Coffee Show with Kirk PearsonOrlando Marzo: Lessons from the World’s Best Bartender for the Coffee IndustryIn this episode, we delve into the world of Orlando Marzo, the Italian-born, Melbourne-based mixologist who clinched the title of Diageo World Class Global Bartender of the Year in 2018. From his beginnings in Italy to honing his craft in London’s vibrant cocktail scene, and eventually leading the bar at Melbourne’s acclaimed Lûmé restaurant, Orlando’s journey is a testament to innovation, precision, and passion in the beverage industry. We explore how Orlando’s emphasis on sustainability, education, and collaboration has not only elevated his cocktails but also offers invaluable insights for the coffee...
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Make:castMaking Electronic Music with Kirk PearsonIn this episode of Make:cast, host Dale Dougherty speaks with Kirk Pearson, author of 'Electronic Music from Scratch,' and Kevin Toyama, the book's editor. Kirk is a musical experimenter and he encourages others to do the same. Kirk shares his journey from a traditional music background to creating electronic music and building custom instruments. He discusses his workshops, where participants learn to build synthesizers and other electronic instruments. Specific topics include circuit bending, synthesizer design, and the use of capacitors and potentiometers in creating electronic sounds. The conversation also touches on the challenges of translating workshop experiences i...
2025-04-2445 minThe Coffee Show with Kirk PearsonOsoi's Founder's Playbook For Creating A Viral Cafe In MelbourneWhat does it take to build a café that captures the internet’s attention and the city’s heart?In this episode of The Coffee Show with Kirk, we sit down with the founders of Osoi, one of Melbourne’s most talked-about new cafés. They break down the strategy, creativity, and chaos behind going viral — and share the lessons they’ve learned along the way.From building brand identity to managing overwhelming crowds, this is a must-listen for anyone in hospitality, marketing, or just curious how a small café became...
2025-04-2058 min
Love of Christ Church Sunday MessagesBack to Life The entire Christian faith hinges on the resurrection of Jesus.
2025-04-2031 minThe Coffee Show with Kirk PearsonRoss Quail: Everything You Know About Big Coffee Might Be Wrong.From the cupping table to global coffee competitions, our guest today has seen it all. Ross Quail isn’t just a name in the Australian coffee scene—he’s a legend. Former World Barista Championship judge, trainer, green buyer, and consultant, Ross has helped shape how we taste, talk about, and serve specialty coffee today.In this episode of The Coffee Show with Kirk, Ross drops truth bombs about the myths we’ve been sold, how ‘big coffee’ really works, and what the future of specialty could look like if we’re brave enough to change the
2025-04-131h 242025-04-1336 min
Love of Christ Church Sunday MessagesBurned or Blessed? Allow your Kingdom convictions to come before cultural convictions
2025-04-0636 min2025-03-3043 min
Buy the Drip - Coffee and Business41. From Milkman to Entrepreneur: Kirk Pearson’s Journey with Project Zero CoffeeCoffee, Innovation & Entrepreneurship w/ Kirk Pearson ☕In this episode of Buy The Drip, we sit down with Kirk Pearson, founder of Project Zero Coffee, to talk about his journey in coffee—from washing dishes at a café to building a brand focused on quality, sustainability, and innovation.We dive into:The role of milk and alternative milk in specialty coffeeThe challenges of sustainability in dairy and plant-based optionsHow COVID-19 impacted his business—and how he bounced backKirk's vision for instant coffee, media in coffee, and the future of the industryThe power of community and coffee culture in driving changeBut beyond...
2025-03-281h 16
LS Carlson Law: The PodcastMeet Season 2 Host Kirk Pearson: Strategic Litigation & Practical Legal InsightsThe LS Carlson Law Podcast welcomes Kirk Pearson, our Litigation Chair, as the host for Season 2. Join Luke and Kirk as they discuss the exciting lineup ahead, featuring deep dives into business law, real estate transactions, estate planning, and more through Kirk's lens as a strategic litigator.Kirk, who earned his law degree from Pepperdine Caruso School of Law and served as citations editor for the Entrepreneurship and Business Journal, shares his unique approach to litigation and vision for engaging content this season, including conversations with industry professionals who bring practical perspectives to complex...
2025-02-2116 min
Grapplers TalkEpisode #51- Kirk TruehillIn this episode of Grapplers Talk, we sit down with Kirk Truehill, a dedicated jiu-jitsu competitor training out of JG Academy, also known as "Club Tracy." Kirk shares his journey through the sport, the mental and physical challanges of being a competitor, and how his experiences on the mats translate to real life. We also dive into his life outside of jiu-jitsu, working as a bouncer. He gives us an inside look at how his grappling skills play a role in handling tough situations and maintaining control in high pressure environments. From training sessions to...
2025-02-211h 23Techtonic with Mark Hurst | WFMUKirk Pearson, author, "Electronic Music From Scratch" from Jan 20, 2025
Kirk Pearson, author, "Electronic Music From Scratch"
Tomaš Dvořák - "Gameboy Tune" - Machinarium Soundtrack
- "Mark's intro"
- "Interview with Kirk Pearson" [0:02:52]
- "Mark's comments" [0:41:35]
Kirk Pearson - "DIY Techtonic theme song" - n/a [0:54:21]
Raymond Scott - "Tempo Block" - Soothing Sounds for Baby, Volume 2 (6-12 Months) [0:55:32]
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2025-01-2100 min
Reefer MEDnessE91 - Dementia in Long Term Care with Dr. Blake Pearson (Re-Hash)What is the evidence? Where are the studies? There is no proof that cannabis can treat anything! Well…What if I told you there are lots of studies showing that cannabis has medical benefits? What if there was a study going on right now in Sarnia looking at Cannabis and Dementia in Long Term Care (LTC) homes? Dr. Blake Pearson and his partners in Lambton County are the epitome of “Think Global, Act Local”. They are tackling the pervasive problem of dementia in all LTC homes by seeing if cannabis can improve it in their local LTC system. Their study also me...
2024-11-1249 minLS Carlson Law: The PodcastFrom Plaintiff to Defendant: Demystifying Your First Lawsuit with Attorney Kirk Pearson - Part IIJoin Attorney & Podcast Host Luke Carlson, Esq., along with esteemed Business Litigation Attorney, Kirk Pearson Esq., as they delve into the critical stages of litigation beyond discovery in this informative episode of LS Carlson Law - The Podcast. Uncover the intricate steps that follow the discovery process, including the filing of motions, the potential for mediation, and the meticulous preparations required as a case advances towards trial.
Discover the strategic importance of post-discovery actions, the ultimate goals of gathering evidence, and how attorneys use this information to solidify their cases before heading into the courtroom. Kirk Pearson...
2024-02-2833 minLS Carlson Law: The PodcastFrom Plaintiff to Defendant: Demystifying Your First Lawsuit with Attorney Kirk Pearson - Part IEmbarking on a legal journey can be daunting, especially if you've never been sued or considered taking legal action. In this episode, our host Luke Carlson, joined by seasoned attorney Kirk Pearson, breaks down the basics of lawsuits for first-timers.
Join Luke and Kirk as they demystify the legal process, offering insights on what to expect whether you're considering legal action or find yourself on the receiving end of a lawsuit. From understanding legal jargon to navigating court procedures, this episode serves as a behind-the-scenes look for those entering the legal arena.
2024-02-0232 min
The Kirk Miller PodcastE70 | 'Professional Football To Finding New Purpose' with David Castro-PearsonIn this episode, Kirk is joined by former Coventry City teammate and BTL coaching team member, David Castro Pearson. Dive deep into their shared experiences in football, the ups and downs of their careers, and the lessons they've learned along the way. Highlights include: The Football Path: From David's early days in Leamington Spa, playing right wing, to his trials for England at Lilleshall and competing in the FA Youth Cup final against West Ham. Challenges & Rejections: Navigating the world of professional football isn't easy. David shares the trials of receiving and then...
2023-09-1147 min
Love of Christ Church Sunday MessagesMother's Day Pastors Kirk & Shianne team up to share a special Mother's Day message!
2023-05-1449 minLove of Christ Church Sunday MessagesMother's Day Pastors Kirk & Shianne team up to share a special Mother's Day message!
2023-05-1449 min
Love of Christ Church Sunday MessagesRelationSlips Pt 2: I Do Pastor Kirk and Pastor Shianne come together to share practical principles that have strengthened and sustained their relationship.
2023-02-1249 minLove of Christ Church Sunday MessagesRelationSlips Pt 2: I Do Pastor Kirk and Pastor Shianne come together to share practical principles that have strengthened and sustained their relationship.
2023-02-1249 min
Sub-Zero CoffeeEpisode 31, Automation and Waste with Jamie ThomsonIn this podcast host Kirk Pearson (@cap_n_kirk7) and Jamie Thomson (@jamiethomson4) have some thought provoking discussions on how the industry can better tailor their equipment needs to modern day issues. How can cafes better tool up? How can they get access to finance? How can a cafe choose a good coffee supplier?
Jamie is also passionate about reducing waste in cafes which throughout the discussion we touch on.
Jamie is a quiet achiever in this industry, and one of the best coffee professionals you might not know about. He helps out at our pop ups making our filter...
2022-11-291h 39Reefer MEDnessE91 - Dementia in Long Term Care with Dr. Blake PearsonWhat is the evidence? Where are the studies? There is no proof that cannabis can treat anything! Well…What if I told you there are lots of studies showing that cannabis has medical benefits? What if there was a study going on right now in Sarnia looking at Cannabis and Dementia in Long Term Care (LTC) homes? Dr. Blake Pearson and his partners in Lambton County are the epitome of “Think Global, Act Local”. They are tackling the pervasive problem of dementia in all LTC homes by seeing if cannabis can improve it in their local LTC system. Their study also me...
2022-09-1348 min
Sub-Zero CoffeeEpisode 25, Why the New WBC Sponsors are a Big Deal, with Craig Simon.Episode 25, Why the New WBC Sponsors are a Big Deal, with Craig Simon. by Kirk Pearson
2022-01-261h 46Reefer MEDnessE58 - Greenly Heath with Dr. Blake Pearson
Many family docs spend part of their time looking after patients in long term care homes. Two of the most common conditions in long term care are chronic pain and dementia. We don't have great options in the standard pharmaceutical tool box to treat either of these conditions. What if I told you a family doc in Sarnia, Ontario is having so much success treating both chronic pain and dementia symptoms in long term care that his colleagues are referring patients to him? Dr. Blake Pearson is treating chronic pain, dementia symptoms, autism symptoms and others with cannabis. His expertise is in...
2020-11-1757 min
The No Niche ShowChase your coffee dream | Talking with Kirk PearsonIn today's episode we are talking with owner and founder of Subzero Coffee: Kirk Pearson. This is a good conversation where we cover lots of good stuff. We went live on our Instagram channel @coffee.fixation and started talking all things #specialtycoffee and how to pursue your goals and dreams regardless the odds. Check My Website: https://www.socialfixation.com.au/ FOLLOW ME ON : Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mirko_bonma... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mirkobonmassar Twitter: https://twitter.com/mirkobonmassar #melbournecoffee
2020-05-2559 min
Love Amped with Seth PearsonGrieving is a Process with Kirk BarnettWhat does grieving look like? How is that process different for everyone? How do we not hurt our friends and ourselves during that never ending process.
In this episode we talk to Kirk Barnett in the woods about his past relationship and losing his brother to suicide.
2018-08-0354 min
Music ManumitKirk Pearson - 171126 - Music Manumit Podcast
Kirk Pearson
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Composer Kirk Pearson. Kirk Pearson Is an award-winning multimedia artist and researcher, who spends roughly half his time making new things and the other half taking stuff apart. Kirk spends a lot of time telling stories via new technologies, and every once and a while, inventing them.
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Closing track: "Capillary Flow" by Kirk Pearson and...
2017-11-2600 min