The Barista Friend Podcast

About The Barista Friend Podcast

Imagine standing in line at your favorite coffee shop, eavesdropping on the barista's conversation with the customer in front of you. Turns out, that customer is EXTREMELY creative and interesting, maybe even low-key famous, and the barista is a pretty good interviewer, too (thanks to an undergraduate degree in communication arts from a state institution). Welcome to the Barista Friend podcast! Join barista trainer and songwriter Miranda Haney in living-room conversations with Austin musicians, chefs, comedians, and other creatives about their coffee preferences and creative practices.

Publisher

Barista Friend

Category

arts

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

20 May 2024

Latest episode

17 Feb 2025

Latest episodes

12 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   17 Feb 2025

   11. Earl Grey for Jake Ames (Good Looks)

   Miranda brews a pot of earl grey tea for Jake Ames of Good Looks (https://open.spotify.com/artist/0ba3O2a1JNxb3oXbF74KcG?si=ReZ0ZvH4QtKrE4bMleYZ7Q) and the Stacks (https://open.spotify.com/artist/5Hv7LMgUN4tKctjmL2jj1c?si=SekKeMRnQcOKBMYJ7OhPfg)! If you know Jake, you love Jake. He's an Austin musician with a big personality and an even bigger heart. You can catch him shredding lead guitar on tour with Good Looks or singing his heart songs with The Stacks and his new project, Knife Channel. In this episode, we talk about tea, growing up in Kerrville, the lifestyle of a touring musician, Jake's numerous near-death experiences, and Waffle House. The Barista Friend Podcast is produced, recorded, and edited by Miranda Haney in Austin, TX. Anthony Bazzini created the theme music. The fine folks at Binx Corp Espresso (https://binxcorp.com/) help make this podcast possible. To support the podcast, please rate, subscribe, and share with a friend you think might like it! For more content and unedited episodes, follow along on Substack (baristafriend.substack.com). For coffee classes, barista training, and private coffee events, please visit our website (www.yourbaristafriend.com) or follow on Instagram (www.instagram.com/baristafriend). Morsels to explore-sel: good looks (https://goodlooksband.com/) the stacks (https://kutx.org/words-on-music/music-matters/the-stacks-seize-their-moment/) kerrville folk festival (https://www.kerrvillefolkfestival.org/) spirit tea (https://spirittea.co/) fleet coffee (https://www.instagram.com/fleetcoffeeco/) one piece (https://www.crunchyroll.com/series/GRMG8ZQZR/one-piece) suicide (https://open.spotify.com/artist/6uVeWolwyRDrT84lLsaZyW?si=FF6UMCdNSEanXajbB8V2FQ) (band)

2. 

   21 Jan 2025

   10. ORDER COFFEE LIKE A PRO

   A definitive guide for coffee shop newbies. Quit your Starbucks habit for good and visit a local cafe! In this episode, Miranda teaches you about all the typical drinks on a cafe menu, from espresso to latte and everything in-between. Then, she'll teach you how to order your coffee like a pro. You could be your barista's new favorite customer! Wouldn't that be GRAND!? For coffee classes, private lessons, events, and more, visit www.yourbaristafriend.com (www.yourbaristafriend.com) or follow us on Instagram (www.instagram.com/baristafriend) and Substack (baristafriend.substack.com)! Timestamps: 3:10 - espresso 8:10 - macchiato 10:30 - cortado 12:12 - cappuccino 14:19 - flat white 16:26 - latte 18:16 - americano 19:50 - regular coffee 20:20 - au lait 20:45 - red eye, black eye, etc. 21:26 - matcha latte 22:00 - london fog 22:11 - chai latte 22:48 - cold brew 23:18 - signature drinks 23:36 - pour over 24:17 - coffee shop etiquette 26:00 - how to order your drink 30:00 - practice ordering your drink 33:51 - other considerations 34:20 - review game

3. 

   6 Jan 2025

   9. Latte for Henry Smith

   Miranda makes a whole milk hot latte for graphic designer, Henry Smith! Henry is the brilliant mind behind the aesthetic design of Barista Friend. He's a talented visual and culinary artist and manages the design lab at the University of Texas, including the Rob Roy Kelly collection. In this episode, we talk about design, Henry's approach to the food pop-up, and creating your own opportunities. The Barista Friend Podcast is produced, recorded, and edited by Miranda Haney in Austin, TX. Anthony Bazzini created the theme music. The fine folks at Binx Corp Espresso (https://binxcorp.com/) help make this podcast possible. To support the podcast, please rate, subscribe, and share with a friend you think might like it! For exclusive content and unedited episodes, follow along on Substack (https://baristafriend.substack.com/). For coffee classes, barista training, and private coffee events, please visit our website (www.yourbaristafriend.com) or follow on Instagram (www.instagram.com/baristafriend)! Morsels to explore: rob roy kelly collection (https://rrk.finearts.utexas.edu/) henry's instagram (https://www.instagram.com/henry.smith.henry.smith/) griddle biz instagram (https://www.instagram.com/griddle.biz/) sorellina coffee (https://sorellina.ca/) barista friend classes (baristafriend.as.me) cat and cloud coffee (https://catandcloud.com/) casa de luz (https://www.casadeluz.org/) the little island (evanston, IL) (https://www.viennabeef.com/little-island?srsltid=AfmBOooXyc8cULg_jjgdm1iWY66UM9SRHCHVJs_92PcQEF1mpHm8NmIM)

4. 

   25 Nov 2024

   8. Decaf for hemlock

   Carolina Chauffe shares her heartfelt, imperfect, and prolific music with tender finger-picking and sun-glinted harmonies, reflecting her unique folk experiment, hemlock.

5. 

   14 Nov 2024

   PRO TIP: Pre-Shift Meditation ✨

   Get grounded and energized for your next barista shift with this short guided meditation! This is a little taste of my daily meditation practice, just for you. Note: I am not a certified meditation teacher! Just a professional barista who believes in love and compassion. I hope this helps you show up 100% to your next shift!

6. 

   28 Oct 2024

   7. Iced Honey Lattes for Felt Out

   Miranda makes two iced honey lattes for the sweeties of Felt Out! Felt Out (https://open.spotify.com/artist/44tHklTOiPRFr70wX7iXDd?si=A3Aw0bleQaSdovnyhkRz1Q) is the ongoing creative exploration of Sowmya Somanath and Walter Nichols. Their sound is genre-defying and expansive, drawing inspiration from classical composers, the natural world, and modern pop music. They are recent recipients of the Austin Live Music Fund (https://www.austintexas.gov/atxmusic/live-music-fund) and are currently working on a theatrical production. The Barista Friend podcast is recorded, edited, produced, and hosted by Miranda Haney in Austin, Texas. The fine folks at Binx Corp Espresso (https://binxcorp.com/) make this podcast possible. To support the podcast, please rate, follow, and share these episodes with someone you think might like them! Please visit the website (www.yourbaristafriend.com) or follow Barista Friend on Instagram @baristafriend for upcoming classes, corporate events, and private lessons. Yay!!! Morsels to Explore Felt Out (https://open.spotify.com/artist/44tHklTOiPRFr70wX7iXDd?si=0tF32i4LQYGQyBdfYq2UcA) Plume Girl (https://open.spotify.com/artist/3ZLBOPp2ZFAVIURaYXVAWC?si=kDjxulYFQWGwUoDIMZyp0w)(Sowmya's solo project) Home Baker (https://open.spotify.com/artist/6hxHfUQiyRJEMmU7vyFW3U?si=DmMRmaNlS0OYA3W-b9MbXg)(Walter's solo project) Hello Bread (https://hellobreadaustin.com/) World Barista Championship (https://wcc.coffee/*) Alexandre Family Farm (https://alexandrefamilyfarm.com/) Two Hives Honey (https://www.twohiveshoney.com/) Methodical Coffee (https://methodicalcoffee.com/) Petrushka (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XvXlFKvpoOg) Bharatanatyam dance (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SgiLOzFQh14) Ewi (https://www.amazon.com/Akai-Professional-EWI-USB-Instrumentalists/dp/B001MTKAD0?th=1) Tanpura (https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=_b0ApDlnbAg)

7. 

   30 Sept 2024

   6. Latte for Jane Ellen Bryant

   Miranda makes a whole milk (!!!) latte for singer/songwriter Jane Ellen Bryant. Jane is an Austin-based musician and one half of the pop duo Jane Leo (https://open.spotify.com/artist/4rza3PMTT4lKVns6kwiMu8?si=UWrmX5S3SJyeMaTZTVqCOw). She has a degree in vocal performance with an emphasis on music business from Belmont University. She's the winner of the "Best New Band" and "Best Female Vocalist" at the Austin Music Awards, has toured the country, played ACL and Bottlerock music festivals, and currently has her songs licensed in various advertisements and TV shows. The Barista Friend Podcast is recorded and hosted by Miranda Haney in Austin, Texas. Anthony Bazzinni created the theme music. The fine folks at Binx Corp Espresso (https://binxcorp.com/) make this podcast possible. To support Miranda and the podcast, please rate, follow, and share this episode with a friend you think might like it! Visit the website (www.yourbaristafriend.com) or follow Barista Friend on Instagram (www.instagram.com/baristafriend) for coffee classes, barista training, and private events. Wahoooo!!! Morsels to Explore Jane Ellen Bryant (https://open.spotify.com/artist/0Lzcyqk8mIPURNWygVExKm?si=HjM1YxTHR-6Ycqx33MgaxQ) Jane Leo (https://open.spotify.com/artist/4rza3PMTT4lKVns6kwiMu8?si=UWrmX5S3SJyeMaTZTVqCOw) Leopold and his Fiction (https://open.spotify.com/artist/2W5wABLNgrre5orFJogc7H?si=pMXBXGfARzafZmRs70-M8Q) The House of Songs (https://www.thehouseofsongs.org/) Superthing (https://superthingcoffee.com/) To Be Magnetic Podcast (https://open.spotify.com/show/2B1ZemTinqpXMfH8vy6zzk?si=63ff4c8572b24b09) Mali Velasquez (https://open.spotify.com/artist/2LNfVxxm5kfNQa95GS25xP?si=Vvw6FNeyQd2b_xMA8rqLAg) Youth Lagoon (https://open.spotify.com/artist/1Z2KInfSmPOzAIYyiaXeti?si=uz6wMRrzRDieLOvB7JP-ew) Wallice (https://open.spotify.com/album/1bkhDhgBqTsNI6rrwGNWZT?si=BJmkjv1WSti_96sp3slxvQ)

8. 

   26 Aug 2024

   5. Espresso for Jak Michael Ryan (Proud Mary)

   Miranda dials in an espresso recipe for (with?) the legendary Jak Michael Ryan (https://www.instagram.com/jakmichaelryan/) of Proud Mary Coffee (https://proudmarycoffee.com/). Besides being the global coffee lead for one of the world's most boundary-pushing (literally) roasting companies, Jak is a competitive ballroom dancer, boxer, and barista champion. His approach to coffee is simple science, and his passion for stand-out hospitality is palpable. In this episode, we dial in a washed Pacas from Honduras on espresso using yield and grind size. We discuss what separates the goods from the greats in coffee and dance. And most importantly, our Aussie friend says ONCE AND FOR ALL ... What is a flat white? What is a long black?? Why is everyone so OBSESSED with the Melbourne coffee scene??? The Barista Friend Podcast is recorded and hosted by Miranda Haney in Austin, Texas. Anthony Bazzini created the theme music. It was edited by Rishi Bajekal. The fine folks at Binx Corp Espresso (https://binxcorp.com/) make this podcast possible. To support the podcast, please tell Miranda she is funny and cute and should keep making podcast episodes. Then, invite her to your corporate office for a coffee team-building event (https://www.yourbaristafriend.com/team-building). It's so fun!!! Morsels to Explorsel: Olvidio Gomez (https://proudmarycoffee.com/products/honduras-ovidio-gomez-catuai-washed-2?srsltid=AfmBOoqs5s0i8byk7yYHIS1T-7olCQWIr3zxNmkBuE-3Lw59KKoojwgu) All about the Pacas variety (https://varieties.worldcoffeeresearch.org/varieties/pacas) La Marzocco (https://home.lamarzoccousa.com/product/linea-mini/) Mahlkonig EK43 (https://www.mahlkoenig.us/products/ek43?srsltid=AfmBOoq1b-IvmmhH24_p__rkwtodFnXQdA_PVp5sF8dQ1qhm5XWTkjf6) Jak on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/jakmichaelryan/) ST. ALi (https://stali.com.au/?srsltid=AfmBOooGlG8F-Rmbw0qkVSpQZR9OVD_3HkICHFdrwak5grx5D2R0JLDX) George Howell (https://georgehowellcoffee.com/) Saint Frank (https://www.saintfrankcoffee.com/)

9. 

   29 Jul 2024

   4. Coconut Flash Brew for Lindy (@dodgygrl)

   Welcome back to the Barista Friend podcast! Today our guest is the very lovely Lindy (@dodgygrl). Lindy is a freelance makeup artist based in Austin. She co-founded the popular social media account @dupethat and currently works on local projects for music, film, and television. In this episode, we make a flash brew (iced pour-over) with a tasty DIY toasted coconut syrup. Lindy and Miranda chat about how social media affects an artistic life, how Lindy approaches creative makeup, and that one time Lindy worked at Starbucks for two weeks. You can find Lindy's work on Instagram @dodgygrl or @lindyartistry. Time stamps 0:00 - intro 3:00 - welcome Lindy! 5:26 - the infamous Starbucks stint 10:40 - that one time we both worked at Victoria's Secret 13:30 - how to brew "flash brew" 18:40 - brewing variables for pour-over 26:35 - serve and enjoy! :-) 27:22 - Lindy describes what she does "for work" 29:33 - her humble beginnings 34:20 - face-front for the algorithm 38:45 - the process of designing a look 45:15 - how Lindy's challenges with OCD affect her work 51:05 - Lindy's products and tools 57:20 - advice for newbies Links to explore Good Vibes by Greater Goods (https://greatergoodsroasting.com/collections/best-sellers/products/good-vibes) Origami Brewer (https://www.slowpoursupply.co/products/origami-air-s?variant=39751456194625&currency=USD&utm_medium=product_sync&utm_source=google&utm_content=sag_organic&utm_campaign=sag_organic&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjw2Je1BhAgEiwAp3KY70zdpgbPUURjwNcA1g-bfYVu5_l2UYYKoCaod6s0wqttrZ_TKZhs5BoCiKEQAvD_BwE) Third Wave Water (https://thirdwavewater.com/) Dupe That (https://www.instagram.com/dupethat/?hl=en) Fix+ by Mac (https://www.maccosmetics.com/product/13825/57811/products/skincare/primers/prep-prime-fix-matte)

10. 

    24 Jun 2024

    3. Fruity Pour Over for Zack Wiggs

    Miranda brews a kooky watermelon co-ferment for Austin's sweetest, busiest pedal steel player, Mr. Zack Wiggs! Zack Wiggs is a multi-talented musician from Lake Jackson, TX. You can hear him rip the pedal steel guitar in several local projects, including the Oh Hellos (https://open.spotify.com/artist/3Fe3pszR2t4TOBVz41B1WR?si=V8NmY588SvG8ykA6aMkN1w), Brody Price (https://open.spotify.com/artist/5VtdIF85A9tmnL6JqTR5Kq?si=FAdMkahlR9q_jD9lE8mXnQ), Pelvis Wrestley (https://open.spotify.com/artist/1swnRUP8Yp7HHUswDjVO5p?si=ytRVqTUlTgWmgK1M4af93g), and Harry and Emmy (https://open.spotify.com/artist/2TXKCPUSnAcnaBkAXWfk8N?si=cyW8Bi76Seay-Oq2dd8_mw). Most recently, Zack won a 2024 Austin Music Award for Best Miscellaneous Instrument (https://www.austinchronicle.com/music/2024-02-23/here-are-your-winners-for-the-42nd-annual-austin-music-awards/) (pedal steel). He's currently working full-time as a session musician and touring band member. The Barista Friend Podcast is recorded and hosted by Miranda Haney in Austin, Texas. Anthony Bazzini created the theme music. The fine folks at Binx Corp Espresso (https://binxcorp.com/) make this podcast possible. To support the podcast, please buy me a coffee, rate, subscribe, and share this episode with a friend you think might like it! Please visit the website (www.yourbaristafriend.com) or follow Barista Friend on Instagram (www.instagram.com/baristafriend) for coffee classes, barista training, and private coffee events. Yay!!! Time stamps [06:12] Welcome Zack!! [11:52] Miranda's pour-over menu [19:24] Brewing the coffee [36:29] Tasting the coffee [39:40] Zack's childhood in Lake Jackson [46:20] How to organize your life to follow the dream [50:15] Early musical influences [52:45] Zack's relationship with the pedal steel guitar [58:56] Moving into a full-time career as a musician [01:04:07] Growing up with a house of musicians [01:11:41] Wrap up and thank you Morsels to Explore Melondo Colombia (watermelon co-ferment) by Dak Coffee Roasters (https://www.dakcoffeeroasters.com/shop/coffee/melondo?quantity=250g&roast=filter) Edison Coffee Roasters (https://edisoncoffeeco.com/) Greater Goods Coffee (https://greatergoodscoffee.com/) Black and White Coffee Roasters (https://www.blackwhiteroasters.com/) Desnudo (https://desnudocoffee.com/) Fellow Opus Grinder (https://fellowproducts.com/products/opus-coffee-grinder) Origami Dripper (https://www.slowpoursupply.co/collections/origami-dripper) The Oh Hello's (https://open.spotify.com/artist/3Fe3pszR2t4TOBVz41B1WR?si=e2zyHhHORRWxaH5n7GjEcQ) Sweeney Todd (https://open.spotify.com/album/2q6InM859RCsSQOjHWNHk2?si=rjJUaOi_SqqV9fqDzPYLxA) Into the Woods (https://open.spotify.com/album/728ZIip1mzws5PJrxbQo4T?si=NJLomvMjRGKWvUt2UqlRKg) Walker Lukens (https://open.spotify.com/artist/1PN1wQSUA0IxfjX6CZy0q4?si=yYgHSpbMTUuMxE2CBmSw_w) Brody Price (https://open.spotify.com/artist/5VtdIF85A9tmnL6JqTR5Kq?si=gpujEAh_QbGE3HKHSmxuHg) Susan Alcorn (https://open.spotify.com/artist/0c8QS0ygXquAQZjz5Nf5JJ?si=V22FIvOvTpOcwFQZA7W9DQ)

11. 

    27 May 2024

    2. Americano for Thom Waddill (Font)

    Miranda makes a fruit-forward hot americano for Thom Waddill of Font!!! Font (https://open.spotify.com/artist/1JvNkFtciI17H6uQrKIGbs?si=VHPzlrBJReCW1ezjn48SIA) is a post-punk band based in Austin, TX, and coincidentally, some of my very best friends! Thom Waddill and Jack Owens began writing the music that would become Font in late 2020. They started playing live shows in 2022 to rave reviews and huge crowds of dancing bodies. This week, they head out on a West Coast tour supporting Yard Act (https://open.spotify.com/artist/2h3ooJn8m8X8cL2g1BZ1Rd?si=TbPugZZpRcmNzD_Ssr3ZpQ). Their debut album, Strange Burden (https://fontmusic.bandcamp.com/album/strange-burden), is out on July 12, 2024. The Barista Friend Podcast is recorded and hosted by Miranda Haney in Austin, Texas. Anthony Bazzini created the theme music. The fine folks at Binx Corp Espresso (https://binxcorp.com/) make this podcast possible. To support the podcast, please buy me a coffee (www.buymeacoffee.com/baristafriend), rate, subscribe, and share this episode with a friend you think might like it! For coffee classes, barista training, and private coffee events in Austin, please visit the website (www.yourbaristafriend.com) or follow us on Instagram. (www.instagram.com/baristafriend) Time stamps [01:56] Taking the coffee order [03:30] What is an americano? [05:47] About Ethiopian coffee [07:05] Miranda and Thom play catch-up [09:20] Writing lyrics for Font [13:40] Early musical influences [18:40] The mystery of songwriting [20:28] Poetry and painting [23:05] Thinking vs feeling [25:20] Thom’s daily practices [28:05] About creative criticism [30:43] Airdrop appreciation break [31:48] Advice for developing taste [34:37] Let your food touch! [36:00] The secret to a great americano [38:46] Wrap up [39:40] Poems by Thom Morsels to explore Proud Mary Coffee (https://proudmarycoffee.com/collections/all-coffee) Font (https://fontmusic.bandcamp.com/album/strange-burden) Virgil Vigil (https://open.spotify.com/artist/19btOlNZJJ36LEY1wgo1Uz?si=3X00n-iYRtm_2Ch_v6vnQg) stunts (https://open.spotify.com/artist/5pCjeOn2YojTtzM48q467E?si=lPvNa8BwQpejXWE7r81iyg) Sofia Mock (https://open.spotify.com/artist/6Y67XMqxTWfXt0cKAhW8ol?si=dnoBAmvtSI6rtdIxK1gQNg) Schlagenheim by Black Midi (https://open.spotify.com/album/5M9SijJoRgczSknq2LaHJN?si=vvG0AaxFQxupnxWcAjcmxw) Samuel Taylor Coleridge  (https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poets/samuel-taylor-coleridge) John Ashbery (https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poets/john-ashbery) Joan Mitchell  (https://www.joanmitchellfoundation.org/joan-mitchell) Trouble Will Find Me by The National (https://open.spotify.com/album/4OI9hKTm1QMRQunqHCfSSL?si=h0PRLjW7QhK4C3dmeNW7uw)

12. 

    20 May 2024

    1. Who is Barista Friend?

    Hey, I'm Miranda! In the first episode of my first official podcast, I spill the beans about my background in theater and music, how I got my first barista job, why I fell in love with coffee, and all the steps I took in the last eight years that resulted in me starting my own coffee training business in 2023. The Barista Friend podcast is like eavesdropping on the barista having an interesting conversation with the customer in front of you. Turns out, that customer is super creative and very interesting and maybe even low-key famous. I hope this podcast inspires you to think a little deeper about your next cup of coffee, and be an active participant in your life. I hope it moves you to go see a movie, pick up the guitar, or go to a coffee class this weekend!!! This podcast is created by Miranda Haney in Austin, Texas. The theme music was created by Anthony Bazzini. This podcast is made possible by the fine folks at Binx Corp (https://binxcorp.com/). To support this podcast, buy me a coffee at https://buymeacoffee.com/baristafriend (https://buymeacoffee.com/baristafriend), share it with a friend, subscribe, rate it, and/or leave a comment. For coffee classes, private training, and pop-up events in Austin, please visit my website (www.yourbaristafriend.com) or follow us on Instagram (www.instagram.com/baristafriend)!

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

1 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

14 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 41 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

36

Social presence

94

YouTube

0

Engagement

71