609: Lessons On Running a True Community Space w/ Blew Kind of D'griot Cafe Philadelphia, PA

More than just a 3rd space, some cafes are platforms for ideas, catalysts for change, and a space specifically organized and designed to grow and nurture their communities. Led by people with deep convictions and a vivid vision for what can be, these spaces transform and help support the community beyond the coffee. Today we get to catch up with someone who has spend decades pouring into her community and has learned a lot of very valuable lessons to help you do the same. Inspired by her afro-indigenous lineage, B lew kind creates transformational experiences where folks can connect deeper within themselves and each other toward their highest self. She offers moments of pause, conversation, and discovery where we can experience daily magic, while being open to heal individually and collectively. Her play involves poetry, crafting, dance, listening to stories, and community space making. Blew kind has developed multiple cultural community organizations in Philadelphia including Franny Lou's Porch cafe, Koku-Roko Learning Co-operative, d'griot café & gallery, and rad.Love; a non-profit fiscally sponsored by the Painted Bride Arts Center to support community programming. Grateful to be involved in the good work, B lew also supports other black, brown, and community leaders on their journey through public speaking and coaching. We discuss: Journey from Franny Lou's Porch to D'griot The Meaning of D'griot and Its Cultural Roots Pandemic Impact and Business Growth Overcoming Resistance and Building Resilience Wealth, Value, and Community Support Community Heart and Giving Back Balancing Personal Fulfillment and Community Service The Value of Humility and Collective Effort Community Collaboration and Unexpected Opportunities KEYS TO THE SHOP ALSO OFFERS 1:1 CONSULTING + COACHING! If you are a cafe owner and want to work one on one with me to bring your shop to its next level and help bring you joy and freedom in the process then email chris@keystothshop.com of book a free call now: Related episodes: 232 : Founder Friday w/ Blew Kind of Fanny Lou's Porch 380 : Founder Friday! w/ Cary and Cindy Arsaga of Arsaga's Coffee Roasters 602: Renata Henderson | Cxffeeblack | Putting The Heart Back Into Coffee 367 : Designing Your Coffee Shop for Community w/ Dr. Lisa Waxman 230 : Making room for Community in your Shop

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609: Lessons On Running a True Community Space w/ Blew Kind of D'griot Cafe Philadelphia, PA is an episode from Keys To The Shop : Equipping the Coffee Service Professional | Barista | Management | Leadership | Career | Coffee | Business by www.keystotheshop.com.

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This episode was published on Jun 9, 2026.

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