IT’S JUST COFFEE!

Whether you’re a world barista champion brewing a $150 rare

coffee from the hills of Panama, or you’re stirring a spoon of

instant coffee in boiling water, at the end of the day, It’s Just

Coffee!


It’s Just Coffee! is a podcast for all those coffee lovers out there

and we're endeavouring on a journey to find the perfect cup.


Not only will we be talking to the world’s best coffee makers

and roasters, we’re going to be talking to athletes, comedians,

celebrities and anyone that just loves a great cup of coffee.


The coffee community around the world is engaged and

passionate (sometimes to a fault), and we want to explore

some of the biggest debates that happen across the Internet,

and in the local cafe around the corner from you.


Questions like:


• Which country has the best coffee in the world?

• Should it be illegal to mix milk in black coffee?

• Is Starbucks actually coffee?


We’ll dive into some of the best coffee conversations on the

internet, but we will always remind ourselves at the end of the

day, that It’s Just Coffee!

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Trusting "Eco-Friendly" Brands Isn’t Easy | COF...
In this Coffee Break, Rohan and Kirk unpack their conversation with KeepCup Co-Founder Abigail Forsyth, diving into eco-conscious business, Star Wars fandoms, Redcycle scandals, and Kirk’s 30th birthday—complete with gift unwrapping, Rapid Fire Questions, and some wild, stomach-churning horror stories.
31 min
102
How KeepCup is fighting waste with founder | AB...
KeepCup Co-Founder Abigail Forsyth about the environmental impact of single-use cups, running an eco-friendly business, and much more—including Luckin Coffee's 20,000th store and El Salvador’s President launching a coffee brand!
59 min
103
We've got your mail | COFFEE BREAK!
Join Rohan, Kirk, and Liam as they break down this week’s episode with Mark Crotti from Breakfast Shirts, covering his hustle in the industry, Business Kirk’s surprise appearance, and answering audience mail from across the globe.
25 min
104
Breakfast Shirts, and Business Kirk | MARK CROTTI!
Mark Crotti joins us to talk about Breakfast Shirts, his favorite cafes, pitching to Vegemite, and a suitcase coffee machine, while Business Kirk discusses small biz tips. Plus, coffee news: super-strong brews and BYO barista at the Paris Olympics!
86 min
105
Movies, Soy Milk and the Price of an Iced latte...
Take a Coffee Break with Rohan, Kirk, and Liam as they dive into plane movies, crying in the cinema, the Chinese coffee industry, and the debate on iced latte pricing, plus insights from Caleb Holstein on the coffee trade.
25 min
106
Greensquare is changing the way we buy coffee |...
Caleb Holstein, Co-Founder and CEO of Greensquare, shares his journey from a hippie upbringing on the Central Coast to building a coffee startup, with a passion for beans, roastery consulting, and even Excel spreadsheets, revealing the winding path of entrepreneurship.
65 min
107
Whats the deal with Italian coffee ? | COFFEE B...
Join Kirk, Rohan, and Liam for a Coffee Break as they chat about Jade’s Barista Championship journey, the coffee industry’s shift from luxury to essential, and Kirk’s exciting news of opening a new café!
28 min
108
Your favourite barista’s favourite barista | JA...
Today, we talk with championship barista Jade Jennings about her journey, mastering coffee skills, training future champions, and starting a coffee business—plus some fun coffee news!
65 min
109
Is Italian food overrated? | COFFEE BREAK!
oin Kirk and Sonam Sherpa from Golden Brown Coffee on this week's 'Coffee Break' as they reflect on their chat with Anthony Douglas, discuss whether Italian food is overrated, and dive into barista tips, cafe reviews, and coffee secrets.
23 min
110
ANTHONY DOUGLAS! | World Championship Barista
World Barista Champion Anthony Douglas shares his journey from baker to barista, his mindful approach, and his vision for the industry, plus we explore today's hottest coffee news
55 min
111
During Our Live Coffee Machine Showdown | COFFE...
Rohan and Kirk recap their blind espresso machine tasting with Dani Valent, share listener emails, and discuss future show ideas—all while navigating some spicy coffee industry drama.
32 min
112
Cinnamon infused coffee?! | COFFEE BREAK!
We’re taking a Coffee Break to explore elusive tasting notes, dive into co-fermentation’s impact on flavor, and catch an update on ‘Project Zero Coffee’ with Kirk’s new approach.
23 min
113
The Godfather of Melbourne Coffee | MARK DUNDON!
Join us as we chat with coffee pioneer Mark Dundon, founder of Seven Seeds, about his decades-long journey shaping Melbourne's café culture, coffee innovations, and the future of the industry.
54 min
114
Honest Review of APAX LAB | COFFEE BREAK!
Kirk and Liam review APAX LAB’s mineral concentrates, explore Australia's espresso culture, and debate the benefits of filter coffee, all while diving into the latest coffee trends and controversies.
14 min
115
Milk Man vs Water Wizard. | SIMON GAUTHERIN
Joined by Water Wizard Simon Gautherin, we explore how water minerals, the 'seasoning' of coffee, enhance flavors, discuss water composition, debate the future of milk-based coffee, and geek out over Simon's prized first edition Charizard, plus coffee news on Sabrina Carpenter's espresso ice cream and AeroPress' new Go Plus Coffee Maker.
57 min
116
Beyond Profit; Considering Our Why | COFFEE BREAK!
Join us for a casual chat with Rohan, Kirk, and Liam about Tuesday's talk with Sam Keck, coffee industry insights, and techniques like mechanical drying and carbonic maceration.
26 min
117
‘The Cup That Counts’ | a documentary with SAM ...
Join us as we chat with Commonfolk Co-founder Sam Keck about ethical coffee sourcing, his documentary 'Every Cup Counts,' and the future of coffee with robots and new coffee plants!
68 min
118
Why Coffee Thrives in Tough Times | COFFEE BREAK!
Join Kirk and Liam for an insightful conversation on their unique position in the coffee industry, the luxury of daily coffee amid the cost of living crisis, and tips for entering the industry.
16 min
119
Coffee During the Cost of Living Crisis | DAN D...
Yello! Dan Dick returns with cafe insights, recession tips, WUI stories, and the latest coffee news.
53 min
120
COFFEE BREAK | From Star Wars to Starbucks.
Join Rohan, Kirk, and Liam for a casual chat on independent coffee shops, fantasy trilogies, and your burning questions about alternative milks and hot chocolate!
29 min
121
ARE ANY CELEBRITY COFFEE BRANDS GOOD ?
Patrick Mahomes and Emma Chamberlain join the coffee craze, while Rohan and Kirk explore its future, reminisce on wild times, and debunk ABC's anti-coffee claims amid World Barista Championship news and Rudy Julianne's $30 coffee launch.
57 min
122
‘Latte Art … it cant be that hard?’ | COFFEE BR...
Join us for an unscripted Coffee Break with Rohan, Katie, and Liam, discussing everything from latte art to BBQ shapes, plus Rohan's roast at MICE. Latte artists, can you free pour the Golden Brown logo?
17 min
123
Secrets of latte art with a champion and a TikT...
featuring latte art genius Georgia Ellis and social media star Katie Payne, as we discuss Georgia's stunning coffee art, Katie's journey from bar work to TikTok fame, barista hiring secrets, the latest coffee news, and wrap up MICE 2024
55 min
124
COFFEE BREAK! | ‘How did a work trip turn into ...
join Rohan, Kirk, and Liam for the show after the show. This week, explore the perks of working in coffee: Kirk’s global cafe popups, Rohan’s upcoming trip to Italy with La Marzocco, and Liam’s catchy soundbites. Plus, hear Rohan’s tale of a work trip turned $1000 meal at Brae, and get Kirk’s advice for aspiring cafe owners."
25 min
125
LACHLAN WARD! | Why ST. ALi Increased Coffee Pr...
Rohan and Kirk chat with ST. ALi CEO Lachlan Ward about his journey from Byron Bay to Melbourne's cafe scene, leading ST. ALi, mindfulness through running, staying connected with his team, and the recent price raise, alongside coffee news on crop impacts, new products, and sustainability efforts, reminding us that at the end of the day, it's just coffee.
45 min