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5THWAVE - The Business of Coffee and Hospitality

World Coffee Portal
Specialty Coffee
Sustainability
Coffee
Coffee Industry
France
Coffee Culture
Covid-19
Community Engagement
Climate Change
Matcha
London
Hospitality
Consumer Behavior
Homelessness
European Coffee Symposium
Change Please
Co-Roasting
E-Commerce
Cafes
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A forward-thinking interview series examining the business of progressive coffee culture. The 5THWAVE Podcast is hosted by Jeffrey Young, Editor-in-Chief of 5THWAVE magazine and Founder of Allegra Group. Each episode features inspiring stories, business lessons, and thought leadership from the entrepreneurs and industry experts blazing trails to success across the world of coffee. The podcast will... more

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Latest Episodes

In today’s episode, we speak with Giusy Bonini, Chief Sustainability Officer, and Andrew Barrow, UK Managing Director at Evoca Group.

Tracing its heritage back to the 1920s, Evoca Group is a leading manufacturer of professional coffee machines. With... more

In today’s episode Maxwell Colonna-Dashwood returns to 5THWAVE!

Maxwell is the founder of Colonna Coffee, a UK-based specialty coffee brand and roastery. He’s also an author, three-time UK Barista Champion, Project Waterfall board director and an in... more

Single-use packaging remains one of the biggest sustainability challenges facing the coffee industry. 

An estimated 300 to 500 billion single-use coffee cups are produced globally each year, alongside the millions of roaster bags, takeaway food cont... more

In today's episode, we catch up with David Flynn, President and Co-founder of the iconic Belleville Brûlerie in Paris.

Founded in 2013, Belleville is a leading name in France's specialty coffee scene,  known for its exceptional coffees and distincti... more

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Recent Guests

Maxwell Colonna-Dashwood
Founder of Colonna Coffee, author, three-time UK Barista Champion and Project Waterfall board director
Colonna Coffee
Episode: Maxwell Colonna-Dashwood on the next era of specialty coffee
Dejan Mitrovic
Co-founder, Moree (reusable packaging with tracking)
Moree
Episode: The case for reusable packaging
Clare Brass
Co-founder, Moree (reusable packaging with tracking)
Moree
Episode: The case for reusable packaging
David Flynn
President and co-founder of Belleville Brûlerie, Paris
Belleville Brûlerie
Episode: The French art of coffee – a conversation with Belleville Brûlerie
Patrik Rolf
Founder and CEO of April Coffee Roasters and SP Coffee
April Coffee Roasters / SP Coffee
Episode: Raising the bar: a conversation with Patrik Rolf, April Coffee Roasters
Scott Martin
Founder of Unity Coffee; pioneer in coffee vending; behind Coffee Nation and Costa Express
Unity Coffee / Costa Express (Costa)
Episode: How technology is changing coffee
Jochen Bauer
Head of Product Management Digital Solutions for Groupe SEB
Groupe SEB
Episode: How technology is changing coffee
Raivis Vaitekūns
Global Partnership Manager at Vendon
Vendon
Episode: How technology is changing coffee
Helen Russell
Co-Founder and Executive Chair of Equator Coffees
Equator Coffees
Episode: People, purpose and product – a conversation with Helen Russell, Equator Coffees

Host

Jeffrey Young
Host of The 5THWAVE Podcast

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 183 ratings
  • Great!

    Love this podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    🐷🐤🐔🐧🐶
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Interviews, insight and more

    As a bit of a coffee geek I love listening to these podcasts. I don’t work in the industry but as a committed consumer it is great to hear the stories and get an insight into the coffee world.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Massey314
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Amazing insights

    Loving the relevant insights and deep cuts on the specialty coffee movement! Begun in the Covid-era, it’s interesting to gain insights through earlier episodes from operators as they were navigating that time and to see how the pod has evolved to incorporate more of the global movement of quality coffee is much appreciated as well. Cheers!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    coffeeposer
    United States3 years ago
  • 5THWAVE

    So many great guests and thought-provoking topics

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    giraffecoffee
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • It’s alright

    I listen now and then and like the topics covered but sometimes the balance is a little one sided. Take the most recent episode, none of the detail being mentioned by these brands was challenged. A pod machine having a lower footprint than a kettle, okay fine, but what goes into making that plastic machine that only brews one type of pod and has no other use and what’s its lifespan in comparison to a kettle. I just think a broader look into subjects could be better, rather than a sales pitch for... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    jmpofjsnakfn
    United Kingdom5 years ago

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Listeners appreciate deep industry insights and practical lessons from leading operators.
The show is praised for high-quality guests and professional production.
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Audience values sustainability, authentic storytelling, and transparency in sourcing.

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Maxwell Colonna-Dashwood on the next era of specialty coffee
Q: What tips would you give to small roasters that you've learned now as scaled up?
He recommends preserving the strengths of a small business, investing in flexible intermediate solutions rather than full automation, prioritizing roasting capacity, and using roast color and weight loss to monitor consistency.
Maxwell Colonna-Dashwood on the next era of specialty coffee
Q: Has specialty coffee become mainstream in your view?
Yes. Colonna-Dashwood says specialty coffee has grown far beyond the customer base he originally expected, with larger companies adopting elements of its approach and the market becoming more varied and segmented.
Raising the bar: a conversation with Patrik Rolf, April Coffee Roasters
Q: Why create a grinder specifically for the April Brewer?
The grinder is designed to match the unique particle distribution and water flow required by April Brewers, ensuring a consistent cup and enabling deeper control over extraction.
People, purpose and product – a conversation with Helen Russell, Equator Coffees
Q: How did Equator Coffees start and evolve into its current scale?
Helen describes starting in a garage with a tabletop roaster, then expanding to multiple carts, opening stores, and growing wholesale to 250+ customers, all while maintaining a people-first philosophy that guided their brand and growth.
Understanding consumer behaviour
Q: How has consumer behavior evolved in New York City, and what does the mix of beverages look like now?
Journalists and operators noted that beverage offerings have shifted from a pure coffee focus to a broader, experiential menu including matcha, non-caffeinated options, and innovative flavor combinations, driven by a more diverse younger audience who is willing to spend more for quality and experience.

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The series presents forward-thinking discussions about the business side of coffee and hospitality, with a focus on operational excellence, green sourcing, and evolving consumer experiences. Episodes spotlight entrepreneurship, scalable models, and the intersection of coffee culture with technology, sustainability, and brand storytelling. Notable strengths include high-profile industry guests, practical lessons for operators, and a clear emphasis on responsible growth, inclusivity in sourcing, and how big ideas translate into real-world hospitality and retail success.

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Recent guests on 5THWAVE include:

1. Maxwell Colonna-Dashwood
2. Dejan Mitrovic
3. Clare Brass
4. David Flynn
5. Patrik Rolf
6. Scott Martin
7. Jochen Bauer
8. Raivis Vaitekūns

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