Coffee Industry veteran, Bill Kennedy of San Franciscan Roaster Co. Interviews different legends who have shaped the coffee roasting industry and influenced the range of specialty coffees enjoyed by millions of people across the United States.
Carrying the Flame: Hrag Kalebjian on 3 Generations of Roasting at Henry’s House of Coffee
Hrag Kalebjian recounts his family's three-generation journey of Henry's House of Coffee, from Lebanon to San Francisco, highlighting their roasting philosophy and community-focused growth in this interview with Bill.
28 Sept 2025
Mostra Coffee: From Garage Roasts to Roaster of the Year
Mike Arquinis of Mostra Coffee shares his journey from culinary arts to award-winning coffee roasting, emphasizing vision, trust, and community in building a successful brand in an interview with the host.
17 Sept 2025
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Henrik Haavik, owner of O Coffee, discusses his transition from tea enthusiast to roaster, highlighting the role of community, art, and unique events in his Glendale, California, coffee shop in an interview with the host.
25 Aug 2025
Luke Waite on the Core 7: Building Sustainable and Profitable Roasteries
Host [Host Name] interviews Luke Waite, founder of Pomolo Coffee Consulting, about his Core 7 framework for building sustainable and profitable coffee roasteries.
13 Aug 2025
Matt King of Blue Ridge Bootleg Coffee
Host [Host Name] interviews Matt King, founder of Blue Ridge Bootleg Coffee, about his inspiring transition from musician to roaster, sharing lessons on passion and building a business.
8 Jul 2025
2024 U.S. Roaster Champion Eduardo Choza on Purposeful Roasting and Mentorship
Bill interviews 2024 U.S. Roasting Champion Eduardo Choza, who reveals his journey from roasting samples to winning the championship through purposeful roasting and community mentorship.
23 Jun 2025
Freebird Coffee Roasters: Trading Suits for a Purpose-Driven Coffee Business
Finch Clark and Marechen Clark share their story of leaving corporate HR to start Freebird Coffee Roasters, focusing on community engagement and roasting with intention in an interview with Bill Kennedy.
10 Jun 2025
Frank from Marco Island Coffee Roasters
Host Bill Kennedy interviews Frank from Marco Island Coffee Roasters about his early experiences building a community-focused coffee space in Florida with his wife Morgan, and training with U.S. Roasting Champion Mark Michelson.
26 May 2025
2017 US Roaster Champion Mark Michaelson
Mark Michaelson, 2017 US Roaster Champion, details his transition from pastor to coffee expert and shares roasting techniques, teaching methods, and the balance of technical skills with sensory engagement in this interview.
7 Apr 2025
Natalie Van Dusen of Treeline Coffee Roasters
San Franciscan Roaster's Bill Kennedy sat down recently for a talk with Natalie Van Dusen owner of Treeline Coffee Roasters in Montana.
When Natalie entered the coffee industry, she noticed the landscape was still heavily male-dominated—especially in roasting. But she didn’t let that stop her. Instead, she leaned into community, built strong networks, and made sure she invested in tools that could stand up to the demands of a growing operation.
18 Mar 2025
Sarah Witter of Fetch Coffee Roasters
Join us for an inspiring conversation with Sarah, founder of Fetch Coffee, as she shares her journey from coffee enthusiast to specialty coffee roaster and advocate for animal welfare. In this episode, Sarah dives into the challenges and triumphs of building a brand that balances high-quality coffee with a mission-driven purpose. She talks about the equipment choices that shaped her roastery, the lessons learned from opening a café, and the impact of Fetch’s donation program, which supports dogs in need with every bag sold. Whether you're a coffee lover, an aspiring entrepreneur, or an animal advocate, this episode is packed with insights and passion. Watch the full video on YouTube or listen to the podcast on your favorite platform.
4 Mar 2025
Roasting Headquarters
In the heart of the North Dallas coffee scene, a new institution is making waves. Roasting Headquarters (RHQ), founded by industry veterans Jodi and Abby, is more than just a roastery—it’s a center for education, community, and innovation in specialty coffee.
San Franciscan Roaster’s Bill Kennedy sat down with the duo to discuss their journey, the vision behind RHQ, and their unwavering commitment to improving the craft of roasting.
18 Feb 2025
Bill Kennedy speaks with Karen, Jeff and B of Hi-Fi
Jeff, Karen and B share their story of their lifelong love of coffee which ultimately led to them opening a coffee shop and then moving to roast their own coffee. They discuss their journey, the challenges they had to overcome, and their future plans for their business
26 Jan 2025
Bill Kennedy speaks with Don Cox of Bald Guy Brew Roasting Company
When you hear Don Cox’s story, it’s hard not to feel inspired. Don, the founder of Bald Guy Brew, built his coffee roasting business on perseverance, innovation, and a deep passion for quality coffee. From roasting coffee on his porch after a hurricane to coaching over a hundred aspiring roasters, his journey is as rich and layered as the coffee he crafts.
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Hrag Kalebjian
Mike Arquinis
Henrik Haavik
Luke Waite
Matt King
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