beansandmore.coffee

The perfect blend of conversation, culture, and of course, beans!


  • Ep. 13: A Bar…With Coffee!

    Ep. 13: A Bar…With Coffee!

    Welcome back to the Beans and More Coffee Podcast! In our 13th episode, we have the pleasure of visiting a unique location that combines the comforts of a local pub with the warmth of a coffee bar. Nestled in the heart of Ballivor, County Meath, JMC’s Coffee is housed within…

  • Ep. 12: This Time Next Year We’ll Be Millionaires

    Ep. 12: This Time Next Year We’ll Be Millionaires

    Welcome to our latest episode, where we dive into the story behind SAGS Coffee, a special coffee shop located in the St Nicholas GAA grounds in Drogheda, County Louth. Today, we shine a spotlight on Sarahann and Gary, the dynamic husband-and-wife duo who turned a simple idea during the COVID-19…

  • Ep. 11: Shabby Chic

    Ep. 11: Shabby Chic

    Welcome back to another delightful episode of Coffee Conversations. Today, we bring you a heartwarming tale from the heart of Navan. Our guests, Emily and Ava, the dynamic duo behind this cozy coffee haven, Holy Grounds Coffee in the Community Center. share their journey, insights, and a sprinkle of humor…

  • Ep. 10: Weapons Grade Coffee

    Ep. 10: Weapons Grade Coffee

    “People ask questions”, Barry said in this episode, and I agree with him! This is partly why I started this Podcast – to share with our listeners the insights and secrets of great coffee culture. I was thrilled when Lorraine responded to my leaflet drop and decided to participate. Although…

  • Ep. 9: Late Night Coffee

    Ep. 9: Late Night Coffee

    Graeme and I have known each other a LONG time! I had wanted to get him on the Podcast before there even was a Podcast! He has a great energy and drive which is reflected in the passion he has for his family, business, community. In our discussion, we also…

  • Ep. 8: It’s all about the Water…lilies

    Ep. 8: It’s all about the Water…lilies

    Cian Watters’ passion for coffee led him from formal dining to founding his own shop in Carlow, as shared in a recent podcast episode. He emphasized the importance of water in coffee and bread making. Waterlilies, open daily in Carlow and Tullow, strives to create a community through quality coffee…

  • EP. 7: Lean on Me

    EP. 7: Lean on Me

    This was a special episode! I really enjoyed meeting Kerri & Yvonne and hearing all about their Community Cafe. Caring Coins is a super addition to the local community, and is built on a real passion for connecting to the community and being there for one another. It’s a great…

  • Ep 6: It runs in your veins!

    Ep 6: It runs in your veins!

    It’s one of the best things about starting this podcast – that I get to meet individuals who are truly passionate about what they do. Euclides is one of those. It is clear from the moment he begins that he loves coffee, and more than that, he loves serving his…

  • Ep 5: Dirty Latte

    Ep 5: Dirty Latte

    Paul has been open from 2019 in Dunleer, Co.Louth, and having survived the Pandemic, is trading away. Mac Namees Tea Rooms provides an alternative slant to the Coffee Culture, because here, it’s all about the Tea too. I sat down with Paul on a busy Saturday afternoon in the store…

  • Ep 4: Mocha Madness

    Ep 4: Mocha Madness

    This is the first episode where I get to interview a real life barista! My thanks to Dean and Kris at Courtyard Coffee (@courtyardcoffeecc on Instagram) Merchant’s Quay, Drogheda, A92 YX7N, for being such good sports and great interviewees. As Kris mentions towards the end of the episode, they are…