Coffee Cruise is where good coffee meets good conversation. Each episode is a laid-back ride through life, ideas, stories, and whatever’s on my mind—no rush, no scripts, just real talk. Grab a cup, hop in, and let's cruise!
Episode 25: Behind the Brews: Blackbird Bakery + Café
In Episode 25, we're taking you Behind the Brews with Blackbird Bakery + Café in Staunton, Illinois!
There's something special about discovering a local coffee shop that brings people together, and Blackbird Bakery + Café is one of those hidden gems worth taking the long way for!
Join us as we chat about the story behind Blackbird, the passion for great coffee and delicious baked goods, and what it takes to create a welcoming space in a small-town community.
Whether you're a coffee lover, a supporter of small businesses, or someone who loves discovering new places, this episode is for you!
🚙 BONUS: Blackbird Bakery + Café is also one of our featured stops on the Coffee Cruise Trail 2026, happening October 17th!
So grab your favorite brew, buckle up, and come along for another adventure as we celebrate local businesses, good conversations, and the joy of the journey.
☕ Sip. Cruise. Explore.
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27 Sept 2026
Episode 24: Life Is Now: Be Brave, Be You & Take the Long Way
In Episode 24 of the Coffee Cruise Podcast, Ashley reflects on what going through hard seasons has taught her about life, time, kindness, courage, and living more intentionally.
From learning to stop waiting for the “right time” to realizing that some of the best moments happen in the ordinary, this episode is all about choosing a life that actually feels like yours. Be kind. Love your people. Chase the dream. Take the trip. Try the thing that scares you. And stop worrying so much about fitting into the mold everyone else created.
Ashley also shares what’s coming up for Coffee Cruise, including the first-ever Coffee Cruise Trail, Blackbird Bakery + Café, St. Maarten adventures, Hawaii coffee explorations, and more local stories along the way.
Because sometimes the fastest route isn’t the best one.
Be brave. Be fearless. Be you. And every once in a while… take the long way.
13 Sept 2026
Episode 23: Behind the Brews with Integrity Spine & Joint Center
Episode 23 takes the long way with Arthur from Integrity Spine & Joint Center in Troy, Illinois. We talk chiropractic care, pain and recovery, staying mobile as we age, building a business from the ground up, community, success, and why a bad season doesn’t mean a bad life. Plus rapid fire, road-trip music, and a Coffee Cruise Confession. ☕🚗
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