Cat & Cloud Podcast
390 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 9 hours ago - ★★★★★ - 702 ratingsChris Baca and Jared Truby are professional Baristas and are here to introduce the world to Specialty Coffee! From placing in the finals of the United States Barista Championship multiple times, winning regional competitions, to leading training and education for some of the most progressive coffee companies around - these two have learned a ton about coffee and want to share it with you. Tune in for weekly interviews, tutorials, and general mayhem from the brothers from different mothers: Truby & Baca. Learn more at catandcloud.com
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Sorry Dave Asprey
February 04, 2019 13:00 - 36 minutes - 70.1 MBWhen does copying become stealing? Also, learn the story behind the weird little drawing that is the Cat & Cloud logo. The only coffee subscription you need: catandcloud.com/products/subscription Relevant Episode: Generation Whatever | Final Riffs of 2018: https://apple.co/2D95Ubw
The Lonely Life | Taking Risks + Owner Mental Health
January 28, 2019 13:00 - 48 minutes - 91.4 MBRisk doing something that excites you or do nothing? You know what we think you should do. Also, why being besties with your team might be selfish...Where are my friends though? The only coffee subscription you need: catandcloud.com/products/subscription Resources: Reezy Resells | Food Stamps to Freedom episode: https://apple.co/2sDtHLZ R.O.A.D. Podcast: https://apple.co/2RVv2Nf DJ Impulse IG: https://www.instagram.com/djimpulse DJ Excel IG: https://www.instagram.com/excelagram Jen Gotch po...
Owning What You Want | Carol Shows Up
January 21, 2019 16:00 - 1 hour - 125 MBCarol's on the marketing team! Creative outlets, mental health, family expectations, rock band tours + ski bumming - we'll bounce around and then tie it into a pretty bow of dope-fire insights into feeling fulfilled and getting after authentic goals. The only coffee subscription you need: catandcloud.com/products/subscription Related Episodes: Reezy Resells | Food Stamps To Freedom: https://apple.co/2sDtHLZ Resources: Carol's IG: www.instagram.com/carolshowsup/ Carol's old bands' website ...
Reezy Resells | Food Stamps To Freedom
January 15, 2019 01:38 - 1 hour - 203 MBHow to come up in the game when the odds are stacked against you: Foster care runaway, teenage dad, pushing packs, pirating cartoons and a few really cool shitty jobs. Sound cray? Yeah, we think so too. Peep game. The only coffee subscription you need: catandcloud.com/products/subscription Resources: Real Chris Baca video: https://bit.ly/2SVnczM Reezy Resells: https://reezyresells.com/ Mike Reezy Youtube channel: https://bit.ly/1QlcxaJ
Leaders Are Readers
January 08, 2019 01:03 - 55 minutes - 105 MBWe discuss a handful of books that helped us last year and share ways we've applied them in our lives. Also - thoughts behind office hours, goal-setting, and leading up the chain of command. The only coffee subscription you need: catandcloud.com/products/subscription Resources: Relevant episode: https: https://apple.co/2D1QQxH happylilmistake by Kristen Hutson insta: @happy.lil.mistake | shop: https://rdbl.co/2M0Ml9K James Altucher Podcast: https://jamesaltucher.com/podcasts/ StrengthsFin...
Generation Whatever | Final Riffs of 2018
December 31, 2018 23:56 - 48 minutes - 91.9 MBWhat do cream cheese frosting and brining your own steak to Christmas dinner have in common? This plus all of life's other hard questions finally answered. You're welcome. The only coffee subscription you need: catandcloud.com/products/subscription Resources: 1&1s | Kristen | Cat & Cloud Coffee Podcast: https://apple.co/2TjE3MA
Owner Communication | Owner Offsite, Planning for 2019
December 24, 2018 18:34 - 48 minutes - 91.5 MBChris, Jared and Charles head to the hot springs to get dialed for 2019! They reflect on the importance of values alignment for business partners, open and honest communication, and the necessity in taking time to plan. We'll take a peek into personal and professional challenges that preceded opening Cat & Cloud Coffee and how those helped shape the owner's and company into what they are today. The only coffee subscription you need: catandcloud.com/products/subscription Resources: "Guatemal...
Communicating With Your Boss | 2018 Sprudgies
December 17, 2018 22:22 - 42 minutes - 80.6 MBThe Sprudgie Awards + Voting Ballot: https://sprudge.com/sprudgies We we're nominated for a few Sprudgie Awards! Chris and Alex shed some light on they ways they plan for speeches and videos, then dive into the downsides of direct comparisons and importance of constructive feedback flowing both ways, both down and up the chain of command. The only coffee subscription you need: catandcloud.com/products/subscription Resources: The Sprudgie Awards + Voting Ballot: https://sprudge.com/sprudgie...
The Power of "No." | Dichotomies in Leadership
December 10, 2018 17:00 - 47 minutes - 90.6 MBJared doesn't miss his appendix, Chris hates hospitals, and the two reflect on major "aha" moments in their respective leadership journeys and explore the opportunity in saying "No." The only coffee subscription you need: catandcloud.com/products/subscription Resources: The Coaching Habit / Box of Crayons: https://bit.ly/2RTZ7sM It Doesn't Have To Be Crazy at Work: https://basecamp.com/books/calm
Baltimore's Finest: Ground & Griddled + D.J. Impulse | Gandgbmore.
December 03, 2018 20:02 - 43 minutes - 83.4 MBWhat happens when a wholesale partner thousands of miles away flies in and speaks at your staff meeting? Sh**t pops off that's what. The crew at g&gbmore pair amazing breakfast sandwiches and coffee with high energy hospitality that's infectious and inspiring. Their contact email is [email protected], need we say more? The only coffee subscription you need: Cat & Cloud Coffee Subscription G&G! : gandgbmore.com
James Hoffmann - Square Mile Coffee | Equitable Green Buying, Tipping, Wholesale Coffee, Buyouts.
November 26, 2018 18:31 - 1 hour - 172 MBFormer World Barista Champion James Hoffmann has been commenting on the modern specialty coffee movement since 2004 and shows no signs of stopping now. He talks with Baca about tipping culture, sustainable and equitable green buying, wholesale coffee, big specialty coffee buyouts, and more. So many gems in this one - enjoy! The only coffee subscription you need: https://catandcloud.com/products/subscription James Hoffmann YouTube: https://bit.ly/2gekpSj World Atlas Of Coffee: http://www.th...
Leadership - Not Always What You Think
November 19, 2018 16:45 - 46 minutes - 43 MBBeing an effective leader isn't always what we imagine it to be. How can we use our own seemingly negative personality traits to our advantage to teach, learn, and grow? How can we practice what we ingest? Baca and JT unpack it for you. The only coffee subscription you need: https://catandcloud.com/products/subscription
All About Espresso Machines
November 12, 2018 23:02 - 37 minutes - 72.1 MBWhere did these beautiful machines that make this lovely liquid come from? How do they work? Baca takes you on a magical journey through time and space to find out. The only coffee subscription you need: https://catandcloud.com/products/subscription Sources: Smithsonian Article | https://bit.ly/2ACmOR9 Wiki | https://bit.ly/2FjrNcM Gaggia | https://www.gaggia.com/legacy/ La Marzocco | https://bit.ly/2w7v8mb Espresso Vivace Archives | https://bit.ly/2JZ3UWu Prima Coffee | https://bit.ly/2Q...
Enthusiasm + Energy: Destroy It Or Redirect It.
November 06, 2018 01:40 - 47 minutes - 89.6 MBYou can effect change at every level. It's not always easy and doesn't always happen quickly, but don't discount your contribution. The only coffee subscription you need: https://catandcloud.com/products/subscription
11th Hour Coffee | Finding Magic In The Ordinary
October 29, 2018 22:16 - 1 hour - 130 MBHow do you go from working a lift in Tahoe to owning a coffee company with your brother? Brayden Estby from 11th Hour will tell you! The only coffee subscription you need: https://catandcloud.com/products/subscription 11th Hour: https://eleventhhourcoffee.com/ 11th Insta: https://www.instagram.com/11thhourcoffee/
It Doesn't Have To Be Crazy At Work
October 22, 2018 23:45 - 43 minutes - 83.2 MBBaca and Alex break down the new book from Basecamp aptly titled: It Doesn't Have To Be Crazy At Work. The only coffee subscription you need: https://catandcloud.com/products/subscription
All About Pour Over Coffee
October 15, 2018 18:33 - 30 minutes - 58 MBPour over coffee - it's coffee and water but what else? Baca will tell you. The only coffee subscription you need: https://catandcloud.com/products/subscription
There's Levels To This S**t | Skynet vs. John Connor
October 08, 2018 20:03 - 45 minutes - 87.1 MBYou pick what's right for you - this is just us. The only coffee subscription you need: https://catandcloud.com/products/subscription
Thank You For Being A Friend | 2 Years Strong
October 01, 2018 23:31 - 1 hour - 125 MBIt's been 2 years. Thank you for allowing us to be a part of your life! The only coffee subscription you need: https://catandcloud.com/products/subscription Chuck Jack: https://www.instagram.com/chukjak/
Evelyn Siguenza: Stories Beyond Coffee
September 24, 2018 20:57 - 1 hour - 134 MBWe're baristas, green buyers, and coffee enthusiasts - but we're also much more. Evelyn rolls out a new passion project that dives into shining some light on stories beyond coffee.
Responsible Green Coffee Buying | C Market, Fair Trade, Differentials, Oh My!
September 17, 2018 20:56 - 35 minutes - 68 MBOur green buyer Charles Jack breaks down why buying against the C Market alone could leave producers and roasters high and dry. A must listen for any serious coffee professional. The only coffee subscription you need: https://catandcloud.com/products/subscription Chuck Jack: https://www.instagram.com/chukjak/
Evan Morris, Calavera Coffee: From Dreams To Reality
September 10, 2018 21:04 - 56 minutes - 108 MBEvan is one of the most driven and positive forces we've ever met - if this isn't inspirational please check your pulse. Big Step Tampers In Stock!: https://catandcloud.com/ Calavera: Calavera Coffee!
Apologies, Off-Sites, Metrics of Success
September 03, 2018 07:00 - 46 minutes - 42.3 MBWhen Baca screws up Alex is there to hold his hand. the goods: http://catandcloud.com/
I'm Done With This Beanie
August 27, 2018 07:00 - 43 minutes - 39.9 MBFame never lasts Al. the goods: https://catandcloud.com/
What Makes A Business Special? | Cat & Cloud Coffee Podcast
August 20, 2018 18:17 - 1 hour - 115 MBPosing a heavy question which we have no good answer to. the goods: https://catandcloud.com/
Feedback: Not Just For Your Microphone | Cat & Cloud Coffee Podcast
August 13, 2018 19:51 - 43 minutes - 82.6 MBHard conversations > no communication. the goods: https://catandcloud.com/
Hotline Bling: Theft, Violence, and Music | Cat & Cloud Coffee Podcast
August 06, 2018 18:35 - 53 minutes - 102 MBEver had something stolen from you? Us too man. the goods: https://catandcloud.com/ Simon Sinek Why TED Talk: https://bit.ly/1fJPwPe Coffee Sprudgecast: https://sprudge.com/tag/coffee-sprudgecast
We're Tired, We're Sorry: A Wholesale Story
July 30, 2018 19:31 - 35 minutes - 66.4 MBWe went on a trip and recorded a podcast in a van with no air conditioning. Maybe not our best work but it's all uphill from here. the goods: https://catandcloud.com/ Hawthorn Coffee: http://instagram.com/hawthorncoffee/ Menotti's: https://www.instagram.com/menottis/
Mission, Vision, Values Updated | The Best Podcast Ever
July 23, 2018 18:47 - 1 hour - 168 MBLet me upgrade you. the goods: catandcloud.com
Rock That Jam | Alex Marse + Marc Gessler with Zach Zschernitz at The Lynhall Restaurant
July 16, 2018 18:54 - 33 minutes - 63.4 MBthe goods: catandcloud.com Pump those jams. The Lynhall Restaurant web: http://thelynhall.com/ instagram: thelynhall
Taking Care Of Yourself Is Part Of The Job | Joel Kronenberg - Provision Coffee
July 09, 2018 22:29 - 1 hour - 135 MBJoel drove to California to buy a car part. Then we talked shop about life. the goods: catandcloud.com/
Kat Melheim | Coffee People Zine
July 02, 2018 21:51 - 1 hour - 109 MBKat makes an awesome zine! You can buy it at the link below. If you want anything else you'll have to listen to the podcast duh. Get the Zine: https://www.coffeepeople.org/ Look at Pictures: https://www.instagram.com/coffeepeoplezine/ Submit Your Work!: [email protected] Fun Fact: For every issue sold, $1 goes to a different charity that benefits coffee folks. Issue 02 is benefitting a shop in Denver called Prodigy that works with youth who’ve had a hard time finding success in traditio...
Get Money Get Paid | How Much Money Should I Be Making?
June 25, 2018 19:33 - 44 minutes - 84.3 MBEver wondered how much money you should be expecting from your employer? Here are some questions to ask and some things to ponder. the goods: https://catandcloud.com/
The Disney Dilemma | Cat & Cloud Coffee Podcast
June 18, 2018 19:01 - 38 minutes - 73.6 MBthe goods: catandcloud.com Everyone looks good in a five panel. Wilbur Curtis: www.wilburcurtis.com/ Steeped Coffee: steepedcoffee.com/
How Do You Spend Your Money? | Cat & Cloud Coffee Podcast
June 11, 2018 21:37 - 48 minutes - 91.1 MBthe goods: https://catandcloud.com Dolla dolla bill y'all. Wilbur Curtis: https://www.wilburcurtis.com/ Steeped Coffee: https://steepedcoffee.com/ James' videos: https://bit.ly/2sBCfDM https://bit.ly/2JC4IQh Baca's video: https://bit.ly/2JHbh7g
The Most Annoying Episode Ever | NBA Highlights, Instagram Live, What Are We Reading?
June 04, 2018 15:21 - 53 minutes - 99.6 MBthe goods: https://catandcloud.com/ Welcome to the most annoying episode ever. You're welcome. Wilbur Curtis: https://www.wilburcurtis.com/ Steeped Coffee: https://steepedcoffee.com/ Hat by ex-housemate Ian Levine: https://makekanyekanyeagain.org/
Nick McPherson, Juno Coffee Roasters | Cat & Cloud Coffee Podcast
May 28, 2018 20:34 - 1 hour - 144 MBNick McPherson aka @nickgoeswild talks about his journey from slinging pizza to starting his own coffee roasting company. A must listen for anyone with a dream. The Goods: https://catandcloud.com/collections/merch Juno Coffee Roasters: https://junoroasters.com/ Steeped Coffee: https://steepedcoffee.com/ Wilbur Curtis: https://www.wilburcurtis.com/
6 Week Project Cycle | Get Stuff Done, Basecamp Style
May 22, 2018 20:18 - 43 minutes - 81.4 MBHow can you organize your life when your to-do list is never ending. Enter the 6 week project cycle, courtesy of Basecamp! New Shirts: https://catandcloud.com/products/yin-yang-t Steeped Coffee: https://steepedcoffee.com/ Baca's Basecamp Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dC-gBEYu7uo
Hi-Top Coffee, Fresno California | Creating Positive Impact.
May 14, 2018 20:45 - 56 minutes - 104 MBDid you have the guts to start a coffee shop in your early twenties? Me neither. But the Karsyn, Spencer, and Aaron did, and they're doing an amazing job. Crank it up to 11. Friends: catandcloud.com/pages/wholesale-partners Hi-Top Coffee: https://www.hi-topcoffee.com/ Hi-Top insta: https://www.instagram.com/hitop_fresno/ Steeped Coffee: https://steepedcoffee.com/
Valor Coffee | Excellence & Empathy
May 07, 2018 12:00 - 1 hour - 139 MBthe goods: catandcloud.com Valor Coffee is the brainchild of three best buds from Atlanta. They started as a catering / events cart, are currently popping up at a co-working space, and are pushing towards their long term goal to have several brick and mortar stores. They're all about Mission, Vision, and Values and we're proud to have them as part of our Wholesale Partner Program. ^__^
Creating Sustainable Careers In Coffee | Chuck's SCA Expo Talk Broken Down
April 30, 2018 12:00 - 1 hour - 138 MBWhy is it so hard to build a career in an industry centered around one of the worlds most heavily traded commodities? Chuck will tell you! the goods: catandcloud.com Gross Margin + Sales Mix info: catandcloud.com/blogs/news/grossmargin Chuck's newsletter: catandcloud.com/pages/responsibility This Week: Creating Sustainable Careers In Coffee | Chuck's SCA Expo Talk Broken Down
My First SCA Expo Experience w/ Avocado Allie + Matthew Ryan
April 24, 2018 17:23 - 45 minutes - 83.5 MBThe goods: catandcloud.com Ever wonder if it's worth it to go to SCA Expo? Allie and Matthew will tell you on this episode of the Cat & Cloud Coffee Podcast. Find Allie + Matthew here: Allie: instagram.com/avocado_allie/ Matthew: instagram.com/coffeecorgis/ This week: My First SCA Expo Experience w/ Avocado Allie + Matthew Ryan
Brant Curtis Of Wilbur Curtis (Imagine That)
April 17, 2018 02:06 - 49 minutes - 92.4 MBThe Goods: catandcloud.com This week: Brant Curtis Of Wilbur Curtis / Curtis Brewing(Imagine That)
Pre SCA Edition: Breaking Into New Cultures, Imposter Syndrome, Not Being A Jerk
April 09, 2018 15:20 - 39 minutes - 72.5 MBThe goods: catandcloud.com What happens when you're new to a sub-culture? What happens when you're established in a sub-culture and you see new people joining in? How do you treat other people in general? Also SCA excitement!
Sam McEnhill | Values Based Business, Digital Garbage, Bomb Ass Vibes.
April 02, 2018 14:47 - 41 minutes - 75.6 MBThe Goods: catandcloud.com Sam: https://www.instagram.com/samantha63k/ Chris: https://www.instagram.com/realchrisbaca/ I sat down to chat with Sam about Cat & Clouds mission but we're just giving you lifting tips instead. You're welcome.
Direct Trade, Coffee Marketing | Employee/Farmer Disconnect
March 26, 2018 14:58 - 44 minutes - 81.7 MBDamian Chavez Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YnE9eTj9Iag&t=25s 5 Panel Hat: https://catandcloud.com/collections/merch/products/cat-cloud-5-pannel-cap Map It Forward: https://mapitforward.org/20-april-2018 This week we recap a portion of our trip to Honduras, kick around the idea of direct trade, and discuss the disconnect between how we look at people who grow and pick coffee, and how we look at the people in our organization. One of our favorite episodes to date!
Being An Assistant To Discovery - Educational Preparation And Execution With Mckenzie Laird
March 19, 2018 22:21 - 41 minutes - 76.2 MBEducation is serious business. Mckenzie talks about organizational values fits, lesson preparation, turnover rates for first year teachers and much more on this special episode! catandcloud.com
Noah Namowicz - Cafe Imports | Being Of Service
March 12, 2018 15:13 - 51 minutes - 96 MBNoah is a partner at Cafe Imports and dedicated husband, father, and cross fitter. Hard to introduce someone like him so lets just say if you like good people with good stories and want to feel like a better human - you should give this a listen.
Dana Andrews - Coffee Trader, InterAmerican Coffee | Green Coffee Magic | Technical Difficulties
February 26, 2018 21:49 - 1 hour - 115 MBDana Andrews is a Coffee Trader at InterAmerican coffee. She tells us how one ends up being a coffee trader, what customer service means to her, and why beach volleyball is slowly edging out basketball.
Grace Lee | Specialty Coffee Superhero Origin Story
February 19, 2018 20:27 - 1 hour - 134 MBGrace is one of our first employees and now runs our roasting operations. Listen to hear one of the most epic specialty coffee origin stories I've ever heard told by one of the most caring people on the planet. Magic vibes: catandcloud.com