Ben Carlson is a social entrepreneur producing coffee in Burundi working directly with local farmers to create the best coffee possible. Ben (and his wife) are the owner/operators of Long Miles Coffee Project. Long Miles Coffee Project is a socially responsible business that is focused on creating specialty coffee. By partnering with hundreds of local farmers and helping to improve processing and agricultural practices, he can ensure the farmers are getting paid the best possible prices for work. This podcast brings us from South Africa to Zanzibar to Burundi. The stories as a result of these travels are both inspiring and entertaining. Learn how Ben got his start, why he says his wife is the smart one, and the difficulties of traveling through Africa. Please enjoy this podcast and check out their site at www.longmilescoffeeproject.com