In this episode of the London Coffee Podcast, we’re in the studio with Kunsang Prohl, Director and Head Roaster at Intermission Coffee in West Hampstead.

For Kunsang, Intermission is more than just a café and roastery — it’s a philosophy built on ethical sourcing, sustainability, and putting people first. We talk about the story behind the brand, how Intermission approaches roasting and relationships with producers, and why community is at the heart of everything they do.

Tune in for a thoughtful conversation about building a values-led coffee business in London — and what it really means to create space for people through coffee.

Credits music: "Streets of London" by Charlotte Campbell in association with The Coffee Music Project
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This week, we’re joined by James Hennebry, CEO and Co-Founder of Rosslyn Coffee — one of London’s most respected independent specialty coffee brands. With eight shops within a single square mile, Rosslyn has become a benchmark for high-volume coffee done exceptionally well.

We dive into the Rosslyn success story, what’s driven their growth, and how they keep standards so consistently high at scale.

Credits music: "Streets of London" by Charlotte Campbell in association with The Coffee Music Project
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In this episode, Roger Hart, founder of Store Street Espresso, shares what it’s like to run an independent London coffee business for over 15 years. The conversation explores how he got started, the realities of building a long-lasting brand, and the lessons learned from navigating major challenges. Roger reflects on resilience, adaptability, and what it takes to come back stronger in an ever-changing coffee industry.

Credits music: "At Your Prime" by Flo Perlin in association with The Coffee Music Project
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