© 2024 Michigan State University Board of Trustees
Public Media from Michigan State University
Play Live Radio
Next Up:
0:00
0:00
0:00 0:00
Available On Air Stations
A cupful helps wake us up. Powers us thru the day. And is a way of life for some. Join us, as we take you inside Mid Michigan coffee spots -- from brewing secrets, to new spots, to diverse ways of enjoying the drink.

Coffee And Community Tuesday Morning

All week long, the WKAR News Team is taking a closer look at coffee. 

From brewing advice to local cafes to it's impact on business and community here in mid-Michigan, we're taking you on the journey fueled by the beverage. 

daniel_clay_interview.mp3
Dan Clay is Professor and Director, Global Programs in Sustainable Agri-food Systems in the Department of Community Sustainability at Michigan State University. He talked with WKAR's Brooke Allen about studying coffee in East Africa and the connection to mid-Michigan.
050117_jim_peck_coffee.mp3
MSU Executive Producer/Faculty Member Jim Peck talks with WKAR's Brooke Allen about consuming coffee around the world.
coffee_scott_pohl.mp3
WKAR's Scott Pohl talks with Brooke Allen about his most memorable experiences with coffee.
Coffee-Conversations_5-1_Brooke_Jamie.mp3
WKAR's Jamie Paisley talks with Brooke Allen about his favorite memories regarding coffee.

Scott Pohl is a general assignment news reporter and produces news features and interviews. He is also an alternate local host on NPR's "Morning Edition."
Jody Knol began announcing classical music on 90.5 WKAR while a student at MSU in 1982.
Brooke Allen served as local producer and host for Morning Edition, from June 2016-March 2018.
Journalism at this station is made possible by donors who value local reporting. Donate today to keep stories like this one coming. It is thanks to your generosity that we can keep this content free and accessible for everyone. Thanks!