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Summary In this episode, Philip Klayman interviews Seth Puckett, a production roaster and quality control specialist at Onyx Coffee Lab. They discuss the roaster to shop process, including the art and science of coffee roasting, the impact of roasting on flavor potential, and the importance of consistency and quality control. Seth shares his journey from being a barista to becoming a roaster and h...

In this episode,  Philip, Cody and Shannon Ramsey, explore the world of experimental processed coffees. They taste three different coffees and discuss their flavors and characteristics. The favorite coffee is revealed, and the different processing methods are explained. The conversation highlights the unique and diverse flavors that can be achieved through experimental processing. Overall, the epi...

In this episode, host Philip Klayman interviews Joey Stazzone, the owner of Cafe Kreyol, a direct trade coffee importing and roasting company. Joey shares his journey of starting the business in Haiti and expanding to other countries. He discusses the Cocaine for Coffee project, where farmers transition from growing coca to coffee. Joey also explains the dry milling process and its impact on coffe...

In this episode, Philip Klayman interviews Lucy McCray from Freedom Story in Thailand. We discuss a new form of trafficking that is popping up, and what they are doing to combat trafficking in Thailand and surrounding countries. Order Coffee = https://threetreecoffee.com/collections/coffees Freedom Story = https://thefreedomstory.org/ Lucy McCray = https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucymccray/ Order Thr...

Here we go again with 3 people drinking 3 coffees in 3 minutes!  Our guest today is Marvin Duncan! Tune in to learn more about Marvin, his exciting journey in the coffee world, and to see if we can find the coffee that was roasted the best!  Order Coffee = https://threetreecoffee.com/collections/coffees Marvin = https://www.instagram.com/marvinlikescoffee?igsh=MXJ4dzQ5MjBnc2pjeQ== Order Three Tree...

In this episode, Philip Klayman interviews Harry Hutchins, co-owner and head of relations at Finca Terrerito, a coffee farm in Copan, Honduras. In this 1st episode of a 3-part series, they discuss the farm-to-boat journey of coffee, the motivation behind direct relationships between farmers and roasters, and the impact of direct sourcing on coffee quality. They also explore the challenges and oppo...

Beth Gammel, co-founder of Freedom Studios, shares her journey of starting a bath and body company that employs survivors of human trafficking. She discusses the challenges and successes of providing meaningful employment opportunities and the therapeutic nature of the work. Beth emphasizes the importance of dignity and empowerment in the healing process and encourages listeners to support freedom...

Here we go again with 3 people drinking 3 coffees in 3 minutes!  Our guest today is Anna Klayman. Tune in to learn more about Anna, our humble beginnings, and to hear our thoughts on some different brew methods! Three Tree Coffee Order Three Tree Coffee!

On this episode, we have a riveting conversation with Danielle Pierson, the Executive Director of Samaritan Village.  Samaritan Village operates three safe houses in the Orlando, FL area where they strive to help women who have been through trauma due to trafficking.  Danielle has some incredible perspective having grown up in the fostering system and her advice is invaluable! Order coffee: Coffee...

Ever wonder what it is like to own a coffee shop?  Now you get to interview me!  Listeners have submitted their questions about owning a coffee shop.  We’ll answer these and more in this episode! Order Three Tree Coffee!

Here we go again with 3 people drinking 3 coffees in 3 minutes!  Our guest today is Keely Fennell who has been a leader for the Statesboro community in many ways, but especially in her role through the Blue Mile Project.  Tune in more to learn about this revitalization effort in Statesboro, GA and hear our thoughts on Colombian coffees roasted by our neighbors in South Carolina!   Order Three Tree...

On today’s show, we have Dr. Jonathan Grubb who is an associate professor with the Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology at Georgia Southern University.  His research focuses on victimization of vulnerable populations, human trafficking, and many other things.  During this episode, we learn more about Jonathan’s  story as well as unpack how criminology plays a crucial role in ending human...

Not sure what a macchiato or cortado is? Ever wonder where all these coffee terms came from? Join us as we unpack the mystery of coffee drink definitions! Order Three Tree Coffee!

Time for 3 people to drink 3 coffees in 3 minutes!  Our guest today is Del Ferguson, owner of Hunter Cattle Coffee Co.  Listen in to learn more about natural processed coffees! Order Three Tree Coffee!

When I first joined the anti-trafficking movement, I thought raising awareness was a cop-out role for people who did not want to actively get involved with 'more important' roles. I could not have been more wrong! Inviting others into the fight against human trafficking is incredibly important. In this episode, I am joined by Karen Lambie with Shared Hope International. We discuss the im...

What determines coffee prices?   How do we pursue ethical sourcing in the coffee industry?  Join us as we share more about the C-Market price of coffee, fair trade, and direct trade! Order Three Tree Coffee!

Time for 3 people to drink 3 coffees in 3 minutes!   Our guest today is Adam Tsang, a talented serial entrepreneur who exemplifies hustle.  Listen in as we enjoy  some Ethiopian coffees from different coffee roasters! Order Three Tree Coffee!

What is it like starting a Safe House? Today we are joined by Julie Wade to share a cup of coffee and hear how she started Tharros Place, a Safe House for children in Southeast Georgia.  In this episode, we discuss many valuable topics, including: the power of a team, similarities between non-profit work and entrepreneurship, and how you can get involved in anti-trafficking work. Order coffee: htt...

Ever get intimidated by the complex world of coffee? Not sure what specialty or third-wave coffee is? On this episode, we unpack where specialty coffee came from and where it is going. Topics we cover include: The goal of specialty coffee Important values of the specialty coffee industry Defining third wave coffee (along with first and second wave) What is next for specialty coffee? Order Three Tr...

Why did we start a podcast? Listen in as we briefly share a little bit of our story at Three Tree Coffee and why we think a podcast is a great platform to accomplish our mission of ending human trafficking. We will also share what type of episodes you can expect in this podcast, including: coffee education, interviews with anti-trafficking pioneers, and more light-hearted content. Order Three Tree...