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This overview post compiles interviews and Q&A sessions with our founder, John Buckman. These discussions offer deep dives into our engineering philosophy, the development of the Bengle, and our commitment to transparency, providing enthusiasts with a direct look at the innovation and passion driving our next-generation espresso machines.
Source: Best of: Inside the DE1 Zoom call
We've condensed a two-hour technical deep dive with our founder, John Buckman, into the DE1's engineering highlights. These videos explain our unique water-mixing system, early design evolutions, the removal of flow meters, and why we've moved away from steam boilers and vibration dampeners in favor of more advanced technology.
Source: 30 minute coffee podcast with Decent John
We joined the Craft Your Own Coffee podcast for a 30-minute interview with our founder, John Buckman. He discusses his journey to perfect espresso, his preference for lever-style profiles over traditional "flat 9 bar" shots, and the inherent challenges of making exceptional coffee.
Source: BRIDGE podcast w/ John Lamberton
In this BRIDGE podcast episode, John Lamberton interviews John Buckman about the philosophy of design and the intersection of mental models and tools. They explore wide-ranging topics including technical vocabulary, flow profiling, IoT privacy, and the interdisciplinary influences that shaped the engineering and aesthetic vision behind Decent Espresso.
Source: Chopped up videos from recent zoom call
We've organized last week's Zoom session, "Picking the right recipe for the bean," into shorter, topic-specific videos for easy reference.
Source: Reddit "Ask me Anything" with John Buckman
In this Reddit AMA, our founder John Buckman discusses Decent's mission to bring precision and repeatability to espresso. He covers the R&D challenges of flow profiling, the benefits of our boiler-less design for temperature control and steam, and why we prioritize a transparent, community-driven approach over traditional marketing.
Source: Questions from when Rao interviewed Buckman
We've divided an hour-long conversation between Scott Rao and John Buckman into several concise, topic-focused videos. This format provides direct, "to the point" insights into their collaborative discussion on espresso theory and machine performance, moving beyond a standard interview into a deeper dialogue about coffee.
Source: I've split out the most interesting bits of my IG Live conversation with Dennis Hew
We've excerpted the most compelling segments from our IG Live talk with Dennis Hew into short, focused videos. These clips cover essential topics like Decent's origin, the purpose of the tablet, future machine models (DE2), and our thoughts on retail stores and a dedicated Decent grinder.
Source: Podcast: The Curiosity Project interviews John
In this interview with The Curiosity Project, John Buckman discusses his entrepreneurial journey and the unconventional path that led to Decent Espresso. He shares insights into his design philosophy, the importance of transparency in business, and how a data-driven approach is transforming the traditional art of making espresso.
Source: Barron's favorite things article on me
John Buckman discusses his interview with Barron's "Penta" magazine. While the publication focused on consumer products, John emphasized a "doing over buying" philosophy. He highlights personal inspirations like the Strietman lever machine, Buckminster Fuller, and the Fakes Museum, reflecting his belief that expertise is defined by action, not ownership.
Source: Video: Works in Progress - Decent Espresso
This high-quality video by Works in Progress Magazine explores Decent Espresso's mission to modernize coffee-making through precision and data. Inspired by Buckminster Fuller's philosophy, founder John Buckman explains how they've transitioned from "pre-scientific" methods to an open, collaborative movement focused on long-term innovation and community-driven progress.
Source: Video: interview with John about being an entrepreneur in Hong Kong
In this video interview, John Buckman discusses his journey as an entrepreneur in Hong Kong. He shares how a profound passion for coffee, sparked during his time in Germany, evolved into the creation of Decent Espresso, while offering insights into the unique challenges and opportunities of operating in Hong Kong.
Source: John on knowing when to walk away
In this YouPotential interview, founder John Buckman shares his life philosophy, from making shareware at 18 to leading Decent Espresso. He discusses "knowing when to walk away," the influence of Buckminster Fuller, and why building a meaningful, transparent company matters more than strictly chasing financial gain.