Boss Barista Podcast
1) Blue Bottle Independent Union Takes On One of the World’s Largest Specialty Coffee Chains
In May 2024, workers across six Blue Bottle locations in Boston voted to unionize. Abbey and Alex are here to talk about how workers deserve to have a voice in decision-making in their workplaces. A...Show More
2) Fermentation in Coffee With Lucia Solis
Breaking down the microbes that help break down coffee with fermentation expert Lucia Solis. A full transcript of this episode is available at bossbarista.substack.com
3) Jessica Easto Breaks Down the Tasting Notes of S'mores
The author of "How to Taste Coffee" talks expectations, effervescence, and finding joy and delight in drinking coffee. A full transcript of this episode is available at bossbarista.substack.com
4) LaChrista McArthur Did Her High School Capstone Project on Coffee
The Charlotte-based coffee consultant threw herself into the industry at a young age—and now has a wealth of thoughts to share about loyalty, robot baristas, and the best coffee cities in the world. ...Show More
5) Negotiating a Contract with the Madison Sourdough Union
Workers at Madison Sourdough are striving to ratify their first contract—a process that's proven to be more hampered by management than they anticipated. A full transcript of this episode is availabl...Show More
6) Mandy Naglich Time Travels with Smell
The author of the new book "How to Taste: A Guide to Discovering Flavor and Savoring Life," talks building up your sensory skills and unlocking more enriching experiences. A full transcript of this ...Show More
7) Context Matters with Junior's Roasted Coffee
Coffee is in crisis, and one of the big problems is that some farmers aren't paid enough to cover their production costs. A new template from the team at Junior's Roasted Coffee looks to change that. ...Show More
8) Sunergos Union Workers Fight to Make Their Voices Heard
The Louisville-based coffee chain won its union vote in January 2023—and is still waiting on leadership to ratify a contract. A full transcript of this episode is available at bossbarista.substack.c...Show More
9) Claire Bullen is Clearing Away the Thorny Brambles
A long-form conversation on writing with the newsletter's editor. A full transcript of this episode can be found at bossbarista.substack.com
10) Lucia Bawot Redefines the Protagonist of the Story
The photographer and author of the book "We Belong" centers the stories of women coffee workers in Colombia. A full transcript of this episode can be found at bossbarista.substack.com