I know you drink far too much coffee every day, but do you know how much engineering, effort and testing goes into each cup? We'll walk you through seed to cup and break down all of the different machine options to make you the best cup of joe.
Sep 2023
All Good Things Must Come to an End - Episode 341
After seven years and 340 episodes, it is time for us to say goodbye to our amazing Unprofessional Engineering listeners. It has been a great run and we appreciate all of the emails (nice and otherwise), social posts, and care packages that were sent our way. Hosting this podcast ... Show More
37m 17s
May 2023
How Golf Balls Are Made - Episode 340
If you're a golfer, one thing that you know for sure is that bad shots are never your fault! Your grip might be worn down, your clubs are old, someone talked in your backswing, or you're playing with bad golf balls. Speaking of golf balls, perhaps they are bad due to their manufa ... Show More
37m 4s
Apr 2023
How Does Nuclear Fusion Work? - Episode 339
Scientists around the world are making giant leaps in the field of nuclear fusion. OK, maybe not giant leaps, but, you know, very small steps that are still very significant for helping the world become free of their dependency on fossil fuels. Although scientists theorized how n ... Show More
36m 15s
Jul 2023
Newbie | How do you take your coffee?
<p>Coffee is a harsh mistress. One perhaps best relinquished before you arrive in tea land. But for those who can't face the notion of life without her, here is a Mandarin Chinese lesson modeled on a fantasy utopia-China, where not only could you have your coffee, but your su ... Show More
15m 34s
Mar 2020
☕ Coffee (S02E07) + Transcript
Yes, in this episode we are finally talking about Coffee - the second most traded commodity in the world (right after crude oil of course) and a drink loved all around the globe. We'll discuss different types of coffee, ways to describe its taste and smell, as well as Rory's tran ... Show More
20m 57s
Nov 2024
Luke’s Diner: Coffee, Coffee, Coffee
Please, Luke, please, please.
How many cups of coffee have you had this morning?
None.
Plus?
Five, but yours is better. From the bean, to the roast, and the drip, coffee expert Lance Hedrick breaks down how to make the perfect cup of coffee that even Lorelai would approve of!See ... Show More
20m 23s