EP 1112 Mark Al-Shemmeri - Coffee Roasting in the Past - The Daily Coffee Pro Podcast by Map It Forward

This is the first episode of a five-part series on The Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward Podcast, hosted by Map It Forward founder, Lee Safar. Our guest on the podcast this week is Netherlands-based Engineer, Mark Al Shemmeri. Mark is a Research and Technology Specialist at JDE Peets and has published significant research papers on the different elements of coffee roasting. In this series of the podcast, the discussion will focus on the past, present, and future of coffee roasting as well as how to make it easier on yourself. In this episode of the podcast series, Mark shares his journey from a barista to becoming an engineer specializing in coffee roasting technology. He and Lee discuss the evolution of coffee roasting techniques, debunk common myths, and consider the impact of consumer preferences on roasting practices. 00:00 Introduction 00:55 Meet Mark Al Shemeeri: Coffee Roasting Expert 02:20 Mark's Journey: From Barista to Engineer 04:08 Scientific Approach to Coffee Roasting 05:40 Debunking Coffee Myths 09:38 The Evolution of Coffee Roasting 13:38 Consumer Influence on Coffee Roasting 16:20 Conclusion and Next Episode Teaser Connect with Mark: Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-al-shemmeri-8a3669129/ Medium - https://medium.com/@markalshemmeri Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kramalshemmeri/ & https://www.instagram.com/dialect.coffee/ •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• The Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward Podcast Host: Lee Safar https://www.mapitforward.coffee https://www.instagram.com/mapitforward.coffee https://www.instagram.com/leesafar •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• This episode is brought to you by Map It Forward's revised on-demand online workshop "It's Time to Become a Coffee Consultant" available now on our website with additional new bonus material including the coffee consultant career map. Get more details on how you can create an alternative revenue stream today at https://mapitforward.coffee/workshops