Everyday Beans Podcast - Mostly About Coffee and Other Stuff

• The Real Value of SCA Expo: Connections & Coffee

  Send us a textIn this episode, I share my firsthand experience attending the SCA Expo 2025 in Houston, Texas. As a Houston local and self-described introvert, I decided to step out of my comfort zone and attend this major coffee industry event solo. I break down the logistics of Expo attendance, from the various ticket options to what you can expect to see on the show floor - including industrial equipment, coffee gear, and plenty of free samples and swag from vendors.I dive into my personal journey of navigating the Expo as an introvert, the connections I made, and the incredible coffees I tasted, including some remarkable Cup of Excellence selections. I offer insights into the surrounding events that happen before, during, and after the main Expo, and why these gatherings might actually be more valuable than the show floor itself. Whether you're a coffee professional or enthusiast, you'll learn why attending an event like this can be worth it, how to approach it strategically, and what you might gain from stepping outside your comfort zone in the coffee community.For good tasty coffee, check us out at: everydaybeans.comFor tips, tricks and still trying to figure it out: https://www.youtube.com/@everyday-beans

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• The Espresso Diaries: Intensity vs. Appreciation

  Send us a textIn this episode, I dive deep into my personal journey with espresso and how it differs from my primary love for pour-over coffee. I explore the philosophical parallels between espresso's intense personality and human interactions, reflecting on how we don't have to love everything about our passions to appreciate them. I share my experiences with my lever machine, the Olympia Cremina from Switzerland, and how it took me over a year to learn and several more to master.By listening to this episode, you'll gain insights into the introspective side of coffee appreciation and how our preferences reflect our approach to life itself. I discuss how espresso's boldness can be both challenging and rewarding, and how over time, I've discovered more nuance and clarity in espresso that I didn't initially think was possible. This episode is perfect for anyone on their own coffee journey who's navigating their preferences and wondering if they need to love every brewing method equally.For good tasty coffee, check us out at: everydaybeans.comFor tips, tricks and still trying to figure it out: https://www.youtube.com/@everyday-beans

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• Coffee Philosophy: We're All Problem Solvers

  Send us a textIn this episode, I explore the fascinating concept that regardless of our professions or coffee preferences, we are all fundamentally problem solvers. I dive into how this applies specifically to coffee brewing - whether you prefer dark roast, light roast, or medium roast, we're all on a journey to solve the "problem" of creating our perfect cup. I share insights from my engineering background and draw parallels to other professions, highlighting how we all use our unique toolboxes of knowledge and creativity to achieve similar goals.By listening to this episode, you'll gain a fresh perspective on coffee brewing as a form of creative problem-solving rather than tribal preferences. I share practical insights about how understanding variables like grind size can be universally beneficial, regardless of your brewing method. This episode bridges the gap between coffee enthusiasts of all levels, helping you develop a more thoughtful approach to your daily brew.For good tasty coffee, check us out at: everydaybeans.comFor tips, tricks and still trying to figure it out: https://www.youtube.com/@everyday-beans

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• Coffee Civil Wars: When Preferences Clash at Home

  Send us a textIn this episode, I dive into what I call the "Civil War" of coffee brewing at home - when your partner, family members, or housemates don't share the same coffee obsession or preferences as you. I share my personal experience with my wife, who initially got me into coffee but hasn't gone as deep down the rabbit hole as I have. While she's content with creamer in her coffee brewed from a regular machine, I've become obsessed with pour-overs, specialty beans, distilled water with added minerals, and precision grinders.I explore the tensions that arise when coffee preferences clash within a household, comparing it to how I keep my thoughts to myself about her wine obsession. Listeners will learn how to navigate these "coffee civil wars" while respecting each other's journeys and preferences, understanding that at the end of the day, your coffee journey is personal - even when shared with others who may not fully appreciate your level of dedication.For good tasty coffee, check us out at: everydaybeans.comFor tips, tricks and still trying to figure it out: https://www.youtube.com/@everyday-beans

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• Beyond Acidity: My Quest to Enjoy Light Roast

  Send us a textIn this episode, I dive deep into my complex relationship with light roast coffee and announce a month-long challenge to truly understand it better. I share my frustrations as a medium and dark roast lover who once appreciated light roasts but now struggles to find anything beyond acidity in them. I discuss how, as a coffee roaster, I'm uniquely positioned to explore different variables including roast development, brewing methods, and coffee origins to see if I can rediscover what makes light roast special.By listening to this episode, you'll gain insight into the nuanced world of coffee preferences and learn about my experimental approach to coffee tasting. Whether you're a light roast enthusiast or skeptic, this episode invites you to join me on this journey of challenging our coffee assumptions and expanding our understanding of what makes coffee enjoyable across the spectrum of roast profiles.For good tasty coffee, check us out at: everydaybeans.comFor tips, tricks and still trying to figure it out: https://www.youtube.com/@everyday-beans

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