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Kat Melheim - The Hope In Coffee - The Daily Coffee Pro Podcast #531 MAP IT FORWARD

This is the 5th episode of a five-part series on The Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward Podcast, hosted by Map It Forward founder, Lee Safar.

Our guest in this series is well known coffee educator and roaster, Kat Melheim also known on social media as @roasterkat. The theme of this series is "The Ego In Coffee".

In this final episode of the podcast series, Kat and Lee explore the hope within the coffee industry. They touch on various topics including standing up against manipulative individuals, the vast opportunities for leadership and innovation in coffee, and the exciting shift towards younger generations like Gen Z entering the field.

The episode highlights the struggles and potentials in coffee production, the impacts of climate change, and the importance of community and curiosity.

Lee and Kat reflect on their experiences and the hard work required to make a positive impact in the industry.

Furthermore, the episode provides insights into navigating challenges with empowerment and hope. Kat, representing RoasterKat and Coffee People Zine, shares her journey and emphasizes the creative force within the coffee community.

The podcast concludes on a note of encouragement for listeners to pursue their passions and contribute to a brighter future in coffee.

00:00 Empowering Voices in the Coffee Industry

00:54 Sponsored Message: Becoming a Coffee Consultant

01:51 Finding Hope in Coffee's Future

08:24 Navigating the Challenges of the Coffee Industry

09:39 The Role of Curiosity and Confidence in Coffee Careers

11:19 The Impact of Community and Personal Growth

18:28 Concluding Thoughts and Where to Find Kat

Connect with Kat here:

https://www.instagram.com/roasterkat

https://www.youtube.com/@roasterkat

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The Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward Podcast Host: Lee Safar

https://www.mapitforward.coffee

https://www.instagram.com/mapitforward.coffee

https://www.instagram.com/leesafar

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🤑 This episode is brought to you by Map It Forward's revised on-demand online workshop "It's Time to Become a Coffee Consultant" available now on our website with additional new bonus material including the coffee consultant career map. Get more details on how you can create an alternative revenue stream today at https://mapitforward.coffee/workshops

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