It started as a spontaneous pep talk. Then this Starbucks barista became a lifeline for a boy with cancer. December 14, 2020 by Leo “I decided I’m going to be a force of positivity for Cole,” said Starbucks barista Eddie Aldrete. “I’ll be his cheerleader.” Source: It started as a spontaneous pep talk. Then this Starbucks barista became a lifeline for a boy with cancer. Sometimes it’s the smallest things that make the biggest difference. (Important: a note about paywalls.)