Small Businesses on the Front Lines of the Tariff Wars with Wonderstate Coffee's TJ Semanchin

Today, host Reed Galen is joined by Wonderstate Coffee co-founder TJ Semanchin. They discuss how small-batch, fair trade coffee is grown, harvested and produced, and the challenges of small businesses in today's uncertain economic conditions. They also talk about the impact of tariffs, market volatility, and supporting sustainable practices in the coffee industry.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Wonderstate Coffee and TJ Semanchin

02:25 The Journey into Coffee and Sustainable Practices

06:11 Understanding Fair Trade and Its Impact

08:36 Market Volatility and Its Effects on Coffee Prices

10:51 The Challenges of Tariffs on Small Businesses

15:20 The Financial Burden of Tariffs on Small Businesses

18:15 The Ripple Effects of Tariffs on Supply Chains

22:38 Consumer Behavior and the Retail Coffee Market

25:39 Investing in Growth Amid Economic Uncertainty

28:48 The Role of Small Businesses in the Economy

30:57 The Importance of Supporting Small Businesses

33:54 The Global Impact of Local Coffee Farming

38:48 Exploring Viroqua and the Community Behind Wonderstate

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