This episode focuses on sustainability. We talk with Brandon Bir of Crimson Cup about sustainable farming of coffee cherry and get into many topics like certifications and the complications associated with those efforts as well as the challenges with traceability.
We explore flavor and show you the technique and history to go with the recipe

Episode: 31 - 12/1/2025
This episode is part two of a discussion with Brandon Bir of Crimson Cup coffee in Columbus Ohio. This episode focuses on sustainability. We talk a lot about sustainable farming of coffee cherry and get into many topics like certifications and the complications associated with those efforts as well as the challenges with traceability. We also discuss the affects to the farming community when sustainability is not a priority.
Brandon Bir of Crimson Cup Coffee

Episode: 30 - 11/17/2025
We love coffee here at Sharing the Flavor and this show features an interview with Brandon Bir, who is the director of sustainability at Crimson Cup coffee in Columbus Ohio.
Brandon Bir of Crimson Cup Coffee

Episode: 29 - 11/3/2025
This episode features a discussion with Sarah Ubertaccio, the founder of QB Cucina. QB Cucina provides a complete set of resources to help cooks embrace the art of making pasta at home. They provide courses, tools, ingredients, and a complement of free online tips and interviews. QB Cucina also has a book club for cooks to learn and share recipes with others.
Sarah Ubertaccio, founder of QB Cucina

Episode: 28 - 10/11/2024
This episode features a discussion of sensory science and how environment matters to how we perceive food and flavor. We are joined by Dr. Chris Simons of The Ohio State University's Department of Food Science and Technology
Dr. Chris Simons of The Ohio State University's Department of Food, Science and Technology