Luke Leffel meets with founders and creatives and artists and everyone else in between that care deeply about themselves, each other and the places we connect.
Where do you go to meet others, and ultimately, yourself? We Are Cafes reminds you that every moment is an opportunity for true connection.
How Do You Stand Out in a World Full of Endless Scrolling with Dani Howell
Both the coffee and media industries can seem full of everyone saying the same damn thing. Dani and I got a little nerdy and talked about what it means to get specific with our writing, our work and how to enjoy it all in the process.
Dani is a writer and the Digital Marketing Manager for Espresso Parts and has been into great coffee for 10 years. She's worked on the marketing teams of GoDaddy and Madcap Coffee, and when not working is probably playing with her cats.
Find Dani on instagram @danihowell37
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We Are Cafes is about connecting deeply through our daily routines and sharing stories about how we care for ourselves and each other.
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Luke Leffel is a creator, photographer and cafe connector obsessed with what it means be hospitable to ourselves and to each other.
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1 Sept 2026
Choosing Yourself First | Andi Wesley #005
This conversation with Andi Wesley was one of the very first recordings of the We Are Cafes podcast. It was recorded in the cafe around the corner from both of our houses, and felt like such a beautiful way to honor friendship and where life is leading us.
We talked about what it’s like to travel across the country for a dream, to let loose and be a performer, what celibacy and relationships can look like as they evolve, and how to stay centered in our life and our work.
Andi is a dancer, massage therapist, clown, friend, student of life, and human being making her way through the world with laughter, touch, movement, and forgiveness as her guiding principles. Let’s get weird about it.
Find Andi at andiwesley.com (https://andiwesley.com/) and on instagram @asandiasyouneedmetobe (https://www.instagram.com/asandiasyouneedmetobe/)
We Are Cafes is a podcast by Cafes Magazine
We Are Cafes is about connecting deeply through our daily routines and sharing stories about how we care for ourselves and each other.
Cafes Magazine is a media brand showcasing passion and connection within cafes and hospitality brands through editorial excellence and visual storytelling.
Learn more at cafesmagazine.com (https://cafesmagazine.com/)
More from Luke Leffel
Luke Leffel is a creator, photographer and cafe connector obsessed with what it means be hospitable to ourselves and to each other.
Visit LukeLeffel.com (https://lukeleffel.com/) and on instagram @lukeleffel (https://www.instagram.com/lukeleffel)
25 Aug 2026
Trusting the Process When Everything Is Changing | Katie Gallenstein #004
This introspective and vulnerable conversation with Katie Gallenstein was so fulfilling. Katie is a good friend of mine, and to be honest, this conversation ended up feeling much more like support for me than a podcast recording.
We discussed what it means to respond to life’s changes with grace and growth always top of mind, and as always I'm so grateful for Katie's honesty and candor.
Katie has spent nearly two decades in healthcare, executive leadership. Along the way, she learned that hitting every goal doesn’t mean much if you’re completely depleted getting there.
Katie works as a coach, consultant and practitioner as she runs her company Mindful Works Wellness. Her work is all about helping people soften a little by shifting how they think about pressure, worth, and what’s actually sustainable for their lives.
Find Katie at KatieGallenstein.com (https://www.katiegallenstein.com/) and on instagram (https://www.instagram.com/katiegallensteinbsnrn)
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18 Aug 2026
Full Blown Whimsy | Jeannette Burchfield #003
Creator and advocate Jeannette Burchfield discusses what it means to fully be herself and show up for her community. Jeannette insists that the best way to make change is to show up in full color.
Jeannette doesn't like the term influencer, but she certainly has a lot of influence. Find Jeannette throughout Columbus volunteering with arts organizations and creating full blown whimsy with her confetti craft club. Follow her on instagram (https://www.instagram.com/jeannetteyconfettii)
We Are Cafes by Cafes Magazine
We Are Cafes is about connecting deeply through our daily routines and sharing stories about how we care for ourselves and each other.
Cafes Magazine is a media brand showcasing passion and connection within cafes and and hospitality brands through editorial excellence and visual storytelling.
Learn more at cafesmagazine.com (https://cafesmagazine.com)
Explore More Cafes Content:
Shop Cafes Apparel (https://wearecafes.com/pages/shop)
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YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@wearecafes)
More from Luke Leffel
Luke Leffel is a cafe creator, photographer and connector obsessed with what it means be hospitable to ourselves and to each other.
Visit LukeLeffel.com (https://lukeleffel.com/) and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/lukeleffel) to learn more
11 Aug 2026
Finding Balance Versus Going All In | Sam Oliver #002
Sam Oliver goes deep about life and work. From getting fired from her job to founding her creator and brand agency Rooted Management, we get a glimpse into what it means to bet on yourself, ask honest questions, and show up everyday as the person you want to be.
Sam is a coffee and food obsessed entrepreneur, big on community, deep conversations, and will likely encourage you to quit your job. Her company, Rooted Management, is a creator and brand agency. Follow her on instagram (https://www.instagram.com/samincbus/)
We Are Cafes by Cafes Magazine
We Are Cafes is about connecting deeply through our daily routines and sharing stories about how we care for ourselves and each other.
Cafes Magazine is a media brand showcasing passion and connection within cafes and and hospitality brands through editorial excellence and visual storytelling.
Learn more at cafesmagazine.com (https://cafesmagazine.com)
Explore More Cafes Content:
Shop Cafes Apparel (https://wearecafes.com/pages/shop)
Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/cafesmagazine)
YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@wearecafes)
More from Luke Leffel
Luke Leffel is a cafe strategist, photographer and connector obsessed with what it means be hospitable to ourselves and to each other.
Visit LukeLeffel.com (https://lukeleffel.com/) and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/lukeleffel) to learn more
4 Aug 2026
Joy Local's Matthew & Leah Hurt On Being True to Themselves and Discovering Their Dream #001
Matthew and Leah Hurt of Joy Local (https://www.instagram.com/joylocalcoffeeco/)share with me how they found their dream as it unfolded before them. Listen in as we hear about what it means for them to show up fully as themselves, to support each other along the way, and to create such a beautiful space of hospitality for their community.
We Are Cafes by Cafes Magazine
We Are Cafes is about connecting deeply through our daily routines and sharing stories about how we care for ourselves and each other.
Cafes Magazine is a media brand showcasing passion and connection within cafes and and hospitality brands through editorial excellence and visual storytelling.
Learn more at cafesmagazine.com (applewebdata://BD1D420A-13BE-4FBC-BC8B-DC5C29533A3E/cafesmagazine.com)
Explore More Cafes Content:
Shop Cafes Apparel (https://wearecafes.com/pages/shop)
Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/cafesmagazine)
YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@wearecafes)
More from Luke Leffel
Luke Leffel is a cafe strategist, photographer and connector obsessed with what it means be hospitable to ourselves and to each other.
Visit lukeleffel.com to learn more
29 Jul 2026
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We Are Cafes is a podcast about artists and entrepreneurs and creatives and founders and everyone else that care deeply about themselves, each other and the places we connect.
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