Coffee, Laughs, & Chats
Coffee, Laughs & Chats is a laid-back series celebrating new voices, creativity, talent, and everyday life. Each month, our panel is made up of a variety of interesting individuals that help make our communities better. From everyday neighbors, entrepreneurs, musicians, artists, writers and more. We share helpful tips and "day in the life" stories but most important, you are part of the conversation. Sometimes funny, sometimes serious, but always real! Interested in joining our panel for future discussions, or want to learn more? Click HERE
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Endless laughs, relatable stories, and a chance to share your story. Enjoy free coffee and a mini bio to show off your spirit, and yes, bragging rights for surviving with style. Panel typically meets the second week of the month. Contact us for more details about joining a monthly panel discussion.
Each month four panelists gather over a cup of coffee to share real-life experiences and laughter. At this time, all panelists must be able to meet in Evansville, Indiana. Participation is completely free and voluntary. Panelist spots are limited to four participants per topic. Coffee, Laughs & Chats is designed to be lighthearted and uplifting. No political content, controversial subjects, or offensive material will be shared. Coffee, Laughs, and Chats is about genuine conversations that celebrate the stories, humor and heart that make our community shine. While all ideas, and requests for participation requests are welcome, space and scheduling are limited, and not all submissions can be featured.
Time to sit back, get comfy, grab your coffee mug and settle in for Coffee, Laughs, and Chats Holiday Edition. This month’s theme: Santa’s Out of Duct Tape and Patience. Around here, our conversations are sometimes funny, sometimes serious, but ALWAYS real!
Holidays are supposed to be magical, but sometimes the only magic is how fast the cookies burn, the lights tangle, and relatives discover new topics to debate. This year, for many people, Santa’s not just running low on patience, he is officially out of duct tape, too. And, who better to navigate the holiday whirlwind than Aja Casper? >>>READ
January
February
Happy New Year - Brewed Awakenings
A Start Up Business Survival Guide
January is all about resolutions, fresh starts, and a few unexpected detours along the way.
Coffee Laughs and Chats is kicking off the new year by serving up a piping hot blend of serious, funny, and weird tips, inspiration and yes, pitfalls from the wonderful world of entrepreneurship.
We’re talking startup stumbles, caffeine-fueled “expresso” moments, and those “did that really just happen?” stories that make you realize owning a business is not for amateurs.
Interested in being a panelist? Drop a comment if you would like to share lessons learned, a few laughs and whether or not, if given the chance, you would do it all over again!
Valentines
Cupid's Coffee Chat
Coffee, Laughs and Chats Valentine's Edition is all about love, laughter and, of course, coffee fueled stories. We'll talk about navigating relationships, dating disasters, and marriage or romance (you have to pick one). A mix of romance, reality and relatability. This will be a laugh-a-ganza for sure.
Interested in being a panelist? Married Couple? Single Panelist Navigating Dating World? Relationship Expert? Have an idea for this topic? Let's talk?
March
April
Home Improvement
Hammer, Humor and Home Hacks
Celebrating the comedy of home improvement projects. From DIY wins and fails to clever hacks that save time, money and sanity. Blending practical tips, personal stories, laughs and some professional advice to help you through it.
Interested in being a panelist? Are you a professional contractor or interior designer? Homeowner with stories to share? Tradesperson or Technician (Electrician, Carpenter, Plumber), Organization Expert? Have an idea for this topic? Let's talk?
Behind the Gig
Late Nights, Laughs & Living Life on Repeat
We're going behind the scenes of a musician's life with our panel of industry pros. From gig mishaps and late-night lessons to musician chatter, and the "why" behind the pursuit. This coffee chat blends humor, honesty and reflection. Expect plenty of laughs as we dive into the chaos, comedy and the unexpected surprised of a live performance.
Interested in being a panelist? Are you a working musician, music manager, sound engineer, promoter, studio musician, club owner or music teacher? Let's talk!
May
June
Customer Service
Cubicle Confessions
This month we're stepping into the world behind the headset and cubicle wall where customer service heroes endure the funny, frustrating, and sometimes absurd realities of helping others. Celebrating humor, resilience and life lessons such as, unusual customer requests, workplace chaos, work life balance, office politics, cubicle quirks and the daily grind of keeping cool under pressure.
Interested in being a panelist? Are you, or have you worked as a customer service representative, call center agent, team lead, or supervisor? Are you a customer who would like to share your experience with call centers? If so, please press 1. Seriously, Let's talk!
Home Ownership
American Dream or DIY Nightmare
This month we'll dive into the hilarious adventures of home ownership. From dream renovations to DIY epic fails. "Simple fixes" rarely exist and "difficult" often ends is disaster. Homeownership is all about struggle and triumphs. There is humor in homeownership, but sometimes it takes a while to see it.
Interested in being a panelist? Are you a realtor, contractor, interior designer, home inspector, or mortgage lender? Have an idea for this topic? Let's talk! .
July
August
Red, White and Brewed
Fourth of July Celebrations and Laughs
Join us as we chat about backyard barbecues, fireworks, family antics and all the quirky mishaps that make the 4th unforgettable.
Interested in being a panelist? Are you a BBQ guru, chef, community event organizer, or just have hilarious 4th of July stories to share? Let's talk!
Time Management
Apparently Napping Isn't Productive
This month we're jumping into the chaotic world of time management. From juggling work, family, households, and hobbies to procrastination, calendar chaos and the never -ending to-do list, our panel will discuss it all. As always, grab a cup of coffee and join us for funny stories and practical tips.
Interested in being a panelist? Are you a time management expert, entrepreneur juggling responsibilities of a new business and homelife, student juggling college and employment, mom or dad juggling work, kids, activities and more or have an idea for this topic? Let's talk!
September
Labor Day Meets Expectant Moms
Now that's hard work
This roundtable celebrates both the Labor Day holiday, honoring hard work, long weekend and the very real, often hilarious expectant mom labor tales.
Interested in being a panelist? Are you expecting a child? Have you recently had a baby? Are you a seasoned mom with stories to share? Are you an expectant father with input you're dying to share? Have an idea for this topic? Let's talk!
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October 2025 Feature
All Aboard the Hot Mess Express
Paychecks, Playdates and that Never Ending Pile of Laundry
We're talking paychecks, playdates and that never ending pile of laundry. I am so excited to have four amazing professional women join me for this one. They'll keep it real with true life chaos, plenty of laughs and a reminder that none of us really have it all figured out.
Today, we’re diving into traditions, chaos, drama, and those legendary doorbusters. If you’ve ever braved the cold, stood in line before sunrise, or found yourself wrestling a shopping cart for a $10 toaster, you’re in good company. Let's face it, if you didn't lose a little dignity Black Friday shopping, did you really even shop? Pour yourself a cup of steaming hot brew, make yourself comfy and brace yourself for plenty of laughs.