Best Foodinnovation Podcasts (2024)

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The Keys To Building An Iconic Brand? A Bit Of ‘Luck’ & And A Long-Term Vision. 29:17

13m ago29:17

29:17

Luke Boase launched Lucky Saint in 2018, but he says the brand’s potential for an iconic future has always been top of mind. As the leading dedicated non-alcoholic beer brand in the U.K., Lucky Saint is sold in over 10,000 points of distribution in the country, including more than 1,000 pubs and restaurants. That number includes its own bar in Lond…

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There Are 'Oceans’ Of Innovation. Which Ones Do You Fish? 1:05:17

7h ago1:05:17

1:05:17

Innovative protein brands and proactive meetings. The hosts advocate for both in this episode, which also features an interview with Trey Zoeller, the founder of pioneering whiskey maker Jefferson’s Bourbon, a brand recognized by and awarded for its Ocean Aged At Sea expression, a whiskey matured on ships that travel around the world. Show notes: 0…

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$30 Million In Three Years & Profitable. Wildgrain Is Just Warming Up. 50:51

2d ago50:51

50:51

Most Americans eat cold bread. Ismail Salhi and Johanna Hartzheim are changing that dynamic one loaf at a time. Ismail and Johanna are the founders of Wildgrain, a subscription-based service that ships boxes of par-baked frozen sourdough, pastries and hand-cut pasta to customers across the country. The married couple and business partners came to t…

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Plant-Based Spam? We Mull It Over. And Learn From Dash & Dough'. 1:06:42

7d ago1:06:42

1:06:42

The world needs plant-based spam. Nootropic beverages will make a comeback in 2025. T-shirts are the best brand swag. It’s buy-or-sell time, and the hosts transact in opinions. This episode also features interviews with the leaders of two fast-growing U.K.-based CPG companies: Jack Scott, the co-founder of flavored sparkling water brand Dash, and K…

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Why Trip’s Billion-Dollar Journey Begins And Ends With Obsession 39:25

9d ago39:25

39:25

Olivia Ferdi is obsessed with the details. The co-founder of Trip, a U.K.-based brand of lightly sparkling functional beverages intended to help people relax, Olivia says that a passion for the particulars is a key reason why Trip is the fastest-growing soft drink brand in the U.K. and currently preparing for a major expansion of its retail presenc…

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Ghost’s $1 Billion Deal. What Are ‘Tomorrow’s Investors Looking For? 54:47

13d ago54:47

54:47

Another episode, another billion-dollar deal. In this case, the buyer (KDP), if not the brand (Ghost), is somewhat surprising. The hosts have their say. They also highlight a couple spicy collaborations, but are divided on one of them. We also speak with Lexy Prosszer, an investment principal at U.K.-based venture capital firm Btomorrow Ventures, w…

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Ben Branson Changed An Industry. Can He Do It Again? 51:03

16d ago51:03

51:03

Ben Branson is not the kind of person you’d find at a cocktail party. In fact, he loathes socializing. And, yet, he’s deeply invested in its future. Ben is best known as the founder of Seedlip, the pioneering nonalcoholic spirit brand that was at the forefront of the now burgeoning category of zero proof beverages. In 2019, Ben sold a majority stak…

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Spiderman & ‘Saints’ Are Top Of Mind. One Was Chased By Sharks. 1:06:44

20d ago1:06:44

1:06:44

It turns out that superheroes and ‘saints’ enjoy beer and cocktails, particularly when the libations are of the non-alcoholic variety. The hosts chat about actor Tom Holland’s foray into CPG with NA beer Bero, before riffing on an enlightening collaboration between an up-and-coming wine company and personal care brand. We also feature an interview …

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How Biena’s Bold Decisions Yielded Big Dividends 43:38

23d ago43:38

43:38

Biena was at a crossroads. Five years ago, the brand’s popular roasted chickpeas were widely distributed at natural and conventional grocery chains, including Walmart, Whole Foods and Target, and the brand was making significant headway in travel retail stores. That year, Biena also completed an $8 million Series B funding round and launched an inn…

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Is The U.K. Ahead Of The Curve On F&B Trends? 27:47

24d ago27:47

27:47

How do U.K. CPG brands compare to their U.S. counterparts? How do the two markets differ? On the ground in London, the hosts discuss their experience at last week’s Cheers! The Drinks Summit event and highlight innovative snacks and beverages they encountered at visits to local retail chains and specialty stores. Show notes: 0:25: What Day Is It? P…

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Even After A $600M Exit, Peter Rahal Isn’t Satisfied. The Truth Is, He May Never Be. 33:00

1M ago33:00

33:00

How do you top a $600 million exit? If you’re Peter Rahal, you aim for one that’s four times bigger. Anything less, he says, would be a failure. Peter is one of the co-founders of RXBAR, a platform brand of clean ingredient protein snacks created in 2013. Four years after the brand’s debut, it was acquired by Kellogg for the aforementioned nine fig…

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David, Decaf & Daiquiris. They’re All Trending. 30:34

1M ago30:34

30:34

With Taste Radio’s London meetups on the horizon, the hosts have their say on trendy brands, new products and the coming crush of seasonal LTOs. They share their respective takes on David, the high-profile protein bar brand launched by RXBAR co-founder Peter Rahal and whether decaf coffee is about to take off. They also get giddy about green cockta…

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How The Subtle Art Of Innovation Is Expressed By An Iconic Brand 34:33

1M ago34:33

34:33

For the first 65 years of its existence, Maker’s Mark had no innovation department. The legacy whiskey brand, known for its red wax coated bottle necks and premium, yet approachable, bourbon, had long focused on quality and consistency in favor of new product development. The spirits industry, however, is evolving. Consumers are placing greater val…

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What Does Siete’s Billion-Dollar Deal Mean For Your Brand? 37:23

1M ago37:23

37:23

What is the impact of PepsiCo’s $1.2 billion acquisition of Siete Foods on emerging food and beverage brands? Will the deal entice investors to make more bets on new and innovative concepts? Will everyday Americans benefit from the deal? Lots of questions, and the hosts answer them all. They also discuss upcoming Taste Radio meetups in London (and …

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Jeff Church’s Tale Of Two Brands. Why Suja Soared And Rowdy Energy Crashed. 31:19

1M ago31:19

31:19

Jeff Church knows the highs and lows of brand-building like few do. A serial entrepreneur, Jeff co-founded cold-pressed juice pioneer Suja and led its development to a $100 million brand. Jeff also lost over $4 million of his own money in Rowdy Energy, a now defunct energy drink challenger he co-founded with NASCAR driver Kyle Busch. Jeff’s experie…

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How To Give Modern Consumers Something ‘Better' 32:29

2M ago32:29

32:29

The gang’s all here… in San Diego. The hosts convene at BevNET’s west coast office where they talk about how Fly By Jing nailed its foray into a popular food category and also highlight the debut of a convenient ethnic comfort food brand and Olipop’s upgrade on a legacy soda flavor. Show notes: 0:25: “You Know Things.” Saucy Stains. - Jacqui kicks …

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How Did Cometeer Raise $100M In VC Funding? They Gave Investors A Taste Of Something Great. 34:55

2M ago34:55

34:55

How do you convince investors to bet over $100 million on your innovative beverage company? If you’re Matt Roberts, you start by making them a great cup of coffee. Matt is the founder of Cometeer Coffee, which markets innovative frozen coffee capsules crafted using premium coffee beans sourced from leading specialty roasters. The single-serve capsu…

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A Tiny Bit Better Doesn’t Cut It… We See You Lunchly 30:43

2M ago30:43

30:43

When worlds collide, do consumers benefit? The hosts weigh in on Lunchly, the much hyped new Lunchables competitor launched by uber influencers and entrepreneurs Mr. Beast, Logan Paul and KSI. They also highlight unusual collaborations between fashion and consumer brands, and reach for healthy soups and shots. Show notes: 0:25: LOUIE-ville? Church …

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Getting To ‘Yes’ Meant Going Down The Rabbit Hole… And Pitching 1,000 Investors 43:02

2M ago43:02

43:02

Kaveh Zamanian is a cool customer. The founder of Rabbit Hole Distillery, Kaveh’s relaxed personality is immediately apparent. That’s not to say that he hasn’t felt the anxiety and strain of building a brand. As he tells it, Kaveh had spent many nights on his knees “praying to whoever would listen” that his vision for Rabbit Hole would come to frui…

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Canna We Get Some Clarification Here? Plus, Hot Products Galore. 40:38

2M ago40:38

40:38

It’s another drag for canna-brands. The hosts discuss an emergency regulation in California that would remove food and beverage brands containing hemp-derived THC from stores in the state. They also wonder about the runway for a trendy flavor and highlight several new and unusual products. Show notes: 0:25: Wine Under A Bridge. London Via San Diego…

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Four Sigmatic Had Its Doubters. Now Millions Are Drinking Its Mushrooms. 47:44

2M ago47:44

47:44

At one point during our conversation with Four Sigmatic founder and CEO Tero Isokauppila, he recounts a story about playing golf with the CEO of a large and well-known U.S. retailer. The executive told Tero that Four Sigmatic wouldn’t be successful because of its esoteric brand name. It’s fair to say that the CEO underestimated the trailblazing com…

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A Show About Side Hustlers, Noodle Lovers & T-Pain 26:44

2M ago26:44

26:44

Was Newtopia Now worth a visit? Why are founders flocking to San Diego? Is “Side Hustlers” the new “Shark Tank”? What’s going on with instant noodles? And, is drinking pastrami a real thing? All good questions. The hosts have answers. Show notes: 0:25: Naked + Famous. Sippin’ In The CPH. Newtopia FOMO. Meet Up. Reese W. Instant Debate. Deli Drink. …

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Sips & Whispers – Talking Shop With Ken Sadowsky 57:45

3M ago57:45

57:45

He may be nicknamed “The Beverage Whisperer,” but when Ken Sadowsky speaks he’s heard loud and clear. A longtime industry advisor and investor, Ken is one of the most respected and influential voices in the beverage business. Ken is currently the executive director of The Northeastern Independent Distributors Association, known as NIDA, a group of …

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Big CPG Vs. Emerging Brands. Why The Pendulum Is Swinging. 26:11

3M ago26:11

26:11

A recent Linkedin post penned by an executive of online distribution platform Pod Foods ignited a passionate discussion about the limited routes to market for emerging brands and whether things might be changing for the better… or worse. Taste Radio’s hosts have their say on the matter. Show notes: 0:35: JacquIC. Mayor Melissa. Peter’s Post. Call H…

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True Or False? Taylor Foxman Has All The Answers. 33:24

3M ago33:24

33:24

Straight talk can be hard to come by. Speak with Taylor Foxman, however, and the veteran beverage executive and industry advisor will give you the unvarnished truth, or, as she does in this episode, declare something an outright falsehood. Taylor has over a decade of experience in beverage alcohol and beyond, having worked for globally recognized w…

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The Keys To Building An Iconic Brand? A Bit Of ‘Luck’ & And A Long-Term Vision. 29:17

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There Are 'Oceans’ Of Innovation. Which Ones Do You Fish? 1:05:17

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$30 Million In Three Years & Profitable. Wildgrain Is Just Warming Up. 50:51

1
Plant-Based Spam? We Mull It Over. And Learn From Dash & Dough'. 1:06:42

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Why Trip’s Billion-Dollar Journey Begins And Ends With Obsession 39:25

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Ghost’s $1 Billion Deal. What Are ‘Tomorrow’s Investors Looking For? 54:47

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Ben Branson Changed An Industry. Can He Do It Again? 51:03

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Spiderman & ‘Saints’ Are Top Of Mind. One Was Chased By Sharks. 1:06:44

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How Biena’s Bold Decisions Yielded Big Dividends 43:38

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Is The U.K. Ahead Of The Curve On F&B Trends? 27:47

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Even After A $600M Exit, Peter Rahal Isn’t Satisfied. The Truth Is, He May Never Be. 33:00

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David, Decaf & Daiquiris. They’re All Trending. 30:34

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How The Subtle Art Of Innovation Is Expressed By An Iconic Brand 34:33

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What Does Siete’s Billion-Dollar Deal Mean For Your Brand? 37:23

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Jeff Church’s Tale Of Two Brands. Why Suja Soared And Rowdy Energy Crashed. 31:19

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How To Give Modern Consumers Something ‘Better' 32:29

1
How Did Cometeer Raise $100M In VC Funding? They Gave Investors A Taste Of Something Great. 34:55

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A Tiny Bit Better Doesn’t Cut It… We See You Lunchly 30:43

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Getting To ‘Yes’ Meant Going Down The Rabbit Hole… And Pitching 1,000 Investors 43:02

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Canna We Get Some Clarification Here? Plus, Hot Products Galore. 40:38

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Four Sigmatic Had Its Doubters. Now Millions Are Drinking Its Mushrooms. 47:44

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A Show About Side Hustlers, Noodle Lovers & T-Pain 26:44

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Sips & Whispers – Talking Shop With Ken Sadowsky 57:45

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Big CPG Vs. Emerging Brands. Why The Pendulum Is Swinging. 26:11

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True Or False? Taylor Foxman Has All The Answers. 33:24

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