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Welcome to the Coffee Experts Club! If you're anything like us, then you've taken what could have been just a job and appreciated it enough to make it a calling. Coffee is at the center of communities, economies and most people's mornings. Being a coffee professional can allow you to be a stable presence in the lives of many, but it also comes with a lot of hard work and a lot of variables that need to be figured out in order to deliver that perfect cup every day. Aaron, Drew and Ben have ov ...
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Seasoned rugby writers Brenden Nel and Liam Del Carme have teamed up with Jacaranda FM to bring you 'To The Last Drop', your weekly dose of all things rugby. They collectively bring almost 60 years of rugby reporting to the microphone diving into the game's most topical news stories, interviewing guests in-the-know, gazing into the fixture list crystal ball, and occasionally exploring the game's weird and wacky. Like the bounce of the ball, every episode is a journey into the unknown. TTLD t ...
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As much as Springbok rugby is in rude health, the All Blacks find themselves under searching examination following three defeats in their first four Rugby Championship clashes this year. 'To The Last Drop' hosts Brenden Nel and Liam Del Carme argue the All Blacks aren't far off the pace but that the wins column will ultimately determine the fate of…
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SUMMARY: In this episode of The Coffee Experts Club, the team welcomes back Jonathan Maiers to dive into the challenges and unexpected opportunities that arise when expanding a coffee business. Jonathan shares his journey of opening a second location for his coffee shop in Great Falls, Montana—a decision that came about quite unexpectedly. He expla…
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After their stunning come-from-behind win over the All Blacks at Ellis Park, the Springboks are within touching distance of claiming their first Rugby Championship since 2019. They meet the All Blacks again on Saturday but the tourists have much to ponder ahead to the clash at Cape Town Stadium. The To The Last Drop hosts chew the fat with Kiwi jou…
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SUMMARY: In this episode of The Coffee Experts Club Podcast, we dive deep into one of the most critical aspects of running a successful coffee shop: people management. Join us as Ben and Drew, seasoned coffee shop operators, share their experiences and strategies on how to build, train, and retain a stellar team that aligns with your company’s etho…
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Like everyone else, former Test lock Johan Ackermann is in a state of anticipation ahead of Saturday's Rugby Championship clash between the Springboks and the All Blacks on the latest episode of To The Last Drop. The Boks will hope to firm their grip over the All Blacks with a possible fifth win in their last seven matches against their old foes. T…
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SUMMARY: In this episode of The Coffee Experts Club Podcast, we dive into one of the most critical decisions for any coffee business: selecting the right location. Whether you're dreaming of opening your first shop or expanding to a new site, our hosts share valuable insights on what to look for—and what to avoid. We discuss common pitfalls, like c…
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Coaching guru and popular television pundit Swys de Bruin may have put down the microphone but he sat down with the To The Last Drop team as they looked ahead to the Springboks' clash next weekend against the All Blacks. De Bruin says he is surprised former captain Sam Cane remains in the All Blacks set-up, adding he has not seen a significant chan…
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SUMMARY: In this episode the guys dive into the evolving landscape of the coffee industry, exploring the growing competition from unconventional rivals like McDonald's new sub-brand, Cosmc's. The conversation covers the rise of alternative beverage shops that are expanding beyond traditional coffee offerings to include energy drinks, specialty soda…
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Our hosts this week corner former Bok centre and television pundit Gcobani Bobo. They look ahead to this weekend's Rugby Championship Test between the Springboks and the Wallabies in Perth. Bobo is thoroughly enthused by the much-changed Bok line-up, arguing the World Champions now boast depth that other teams cannot match. Bobo is also pushed down…
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SUMMARY: In this episode Aaron, Ben, and Drew sit down with Clay Weigand, a passionate coffee entrepreneur with an inspiring journey. Clay shares his story, starting as a 16-year-old at Dutch Bros, where he developed a deep appreciation for customer service and coffee culture. He recalls his nights on the graveyard shift, where his curiosity led hi…
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'To The Last Drop' returns with two national coaches running the rule over battles to come and one in the recent past respectively. Bok coach Rassie Erasmus looks ahead to the Rugby Championship and talks about his ever-increasing popularity. Blitzboks interim coach Philip Snyman explains his team's remarkable turnaround that resulted in a podium f…
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SUMMARY: In this episode of The Coffee Experts Club Podcast, hosts Aaron, Ben, and Drew delve into the critical importance of focus and specialization in the coffee and restaurant industries. Using In-N-Out Burger as a prime example, they discuss the benefits of limiting menu options to excel in quality and customer satisfaction. The conversation e…
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SUMMARY: In this episode of The Coffee Experts Club Podcast, we revisit our insightful conversation with Derek Tonn, Vice President at Black Rock Coffee. Derek offered a rare glimpse into the operational strategies of a large coffee chain with over 100 locations. He shared invaluable lessons on scaling business operations, particularly in the conte…
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SUMMARY: In this insightful episode of The Coffee Experts Club Podcast, hosts Aaron, Ben, and Drew sit down with Derek Tonn, CEO of Black Rock Coffee, to delve into the complexities of upgrading a point of sale (POS) system across over 100 locations. Derek shares the journey of moving from a limited POS system to Revel Systems, an iPad-based, cloud…
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SUMMARY: This week the guys reflect on their engaging interview with industry veterans Paul Tostberg and Andrew Schmunk. Dive deep into the unique dynamics of running a coffee shop in a college town, where the seasonal ebb and flow of students creates both challenges and opportunities. The hosts share their experiences and lessons learned from mana…
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The Euros are over and Spain came out on top in a dramatic final in Berlin. A valiant England fell to two goals from Nico Williams and Oyarzabal and lead to a 2-1 defeat. What does this mean for England and Gareth Southgate? Plus, we give out our awards for the best and worst of Euro 2024 - from Own Goal of the Euros to Worst VAR decision and I pic…
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ENGLAND ARE IN THE FINAL OF THE EUROS! For the second time in a row! What a semi-final it was against the Netherlands. Foden on form, Walker's runs and that Ollie Watkins goal. Let's just not mention the penalty that probably shouldn't have been given. We break down everything that went right for England against the Dutch in Dortmund. Plus in Spain…
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In this episode, the guys are joined by Gavin Rich for a proper look at the Loftus test and where it leaves both sides ahead of the Durban second test on Saturday. In a Matt Williams-free zone, they focus solely on rugby and don't take the easy path to talk TMOs and sideshows around the test.JacPod által
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SUMMARY: In this episode, hosts Aaron and Ben dive into an insightful conversation with Andrew Schmunk and Paul Tostberg from Coffee Culture, highlighting the unique dynamics of running a coffee shop in a bustling college town. Paul and Andrew share how the presence of a large student population influenced their decision to establish Coffee Culture…
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England win on penalties (again!) We recap a dramatic Quarter Final stage in Euro 2024 as England survived a scare of going 1-0 down (again) to defeat Switzerland with five well taken penalties. France got a similar result against Portugal while Spain vs Germany lived up to the hype and Netherlands vs Turkey proved to be as entertaining as we thoug…
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One of the most eagerly anticipated inbound rugby series is almost upon us. South Africa and Ireland, the two top ranked teams in the world, will go head-to-head over the next two weeks and our co-hosts delve into the aspects that might help shape the outcome of the series. Helping them preview the series are former Ireland international and respec…
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Euro 2024's entered its knockout phase in entertaining style in the last 16. Very late drama with a bicycle kick from Jude Bellingham saved England from an embarassing early exit while Spain impressed against Georgia, the Netherlands found their form and Portugal struggled with the 'Ronaldo Conundrum'. On Years of Hurt, we take a look back at all e…
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The Group Stage of Euro 2024 has come to a close and matchday 3 was a bit of a disappointment for England who couldn't fully bounce back in their 0-0 draw to Slovenia but still qualified as group winners. Meanwhile, Scotland were eliminated with some late drama in their match with Hungary and there were big wins for Austria and Georgia. Follow us o…
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Despite memory lapses and technical glitches co-hosts Brenden and Liam delivered another bumper edition of TTLD. They reflect on the Springboks' opening Test of the year against Wales, the Blitzboks' belated qualification for the Paris Olympics and the URC final. On that score, Glasgow Warriors' coach Franco Smith agreed to sit down for a chat shar…
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SUMMARY: In this episode of The Coffee Experts Club Podcast, hosts Aaron and Ben revisit their enlightening conversation with Brandon Eastman from Bentley's Coffee, featured in the previous episode. Brandon, who operates five locations across Albany and Salem in the heart of Oregon, shared invaluable insights on carving out a unique identity in the…
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Matchday 2 at Euro 2024 proved to be a tough one for England as they managed to get a point against Denmark while Scotland kept their hopes alive with a 1-1 draw against Switzerland. We look back at a busy 12 games including exciting 2 o'clock kick offs from Albania and Croatia while Germany and Spain continue their good form. Follow us on Twitter …
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It's not any old final, it's the URC 'Grand' Final at Loftus Versfeld this weekend and Brenden cannot stop salivating. Our hosts look ahead to the final between the Bulls and Glasgow Warriors as well as the Springboks' opening Test against Wales in London. As part of their preview to the Test they chat to respected Welsh journalist Simon Thomas, wh…
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SUMMARY: In this episode of The Coffee Experts Club Podcast, Aaron, Ben, and Drew sit down with Brandon Eastman, the innovative mind behind Bentley's Coffee. Brandon's journey from a Dutch Bros franchisee to creating his own unique brand is nothing short of inspiring. Situated in mid-level Oregon, just south of Portland, Bentley's Coffee has not on…
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Matchday 1 is in the books at Euro 2024 so it's time to look back at an eventful 12 matches. England took on Serbia in their first Group C match as they looked to emulate their success from three years ago while Scotland had a tough start against the hosts Germany. How did the home nations get on? Plus, a round up of all the other games from matchd…
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SUMMARY: In this episode of The Coffee Experts Club, hosts Ben and Drew reflect on their recent interview with Cody Anderson, founder of Houdini Coffee Roasters and a longtime friend. They delve into Cody’s inspiring journey from roasting for Black Rock Coffee to starting his own company. Ben and Drew discuss Cody's career evolution, highlighting h…
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Years of Hurt: The International Football podcast returns for Euro 2024! In this preview show, Richard chats through the 24-man tournament and Groups A-F. How will England and Scotland get on? Will France win it all? And will the host nation, Germany restore some pride after a rough couple of tournaments. Who do you think will win Euro 2024. Let us…
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The fall-out from the last round of URC league matches comes under the microscope with our presenters putting the Lions under sharp focus. They also look ahead to the quarterfinals with very different assignments facing the Bulls and the Stormers. We also hear from Leinster and Ireland hooker Dan Sheehan and URC CEO Martin Anayi who expressed his d…
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SUMMARY: In this episode of The Coffee Experts Club, Aaron, Ben, and Drew sit down with Cody Anderson, the founder of Houdini Coffee Roasters. Cody shares his inspiring journey from a passionate coffee enthusiast to a business owner carving out his niche in the competitive world of coffee roasting. Cody details the multi-faceted nature of his busin…
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The Sharks' triumph in the Challenge Cup final is a hot topic of debate on this week's show as is the Champions Cup climax that saw Toulouse beat Leinster. What the Springboks might have gained from that match also comes under the microscope. Our hosts also throw things forward to this weekend's final round of URC leagues matches and come up with w…
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SUMMARY: In this episode of The Coffee Experts Club, hosts Aaron and Ben dive deep into the world of coffee trendsetting and the bold decisions that define successful coffee entrepreneurs. Aaron and Ben have a discussion inspired by their recent conversation with Paul Tosberg of Coffee Culture in Corvallis. Paul's journey from launching one of the …
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Broad shouldered Springbok flank Willem Alberts just about fills the show this week as he reflects on his long and distinguished career. The 40-year-old talks about his life in Paris, why he had a chest freezer as well as what is in store for him after he stops playing. The show also reflects on last weekend's matches in the URC and looks forward t…
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