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ContenderCast with Justin Honaman

Welcome to the ContenderCast with Justin Honaman, a leadership and Consumer Industries entrepreneurship conversation centered on shining a light on bright ideas. The ContenderCast is the top global Consumer Industries entrepreneurship podcast. Justin is a digital commerce leader, author, communicator, and Consumer Products / Retail industry thought-leader based in Atlanta, Georgia. For additional information and guest access, visit contendercast.com. Every winner started as a contender!

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All Episodes

22:01

OKLAHOMA SMOKES :: HEMP FLOWER CIGARETTES

ContenderCast with Justin Honaman ·

2022/01/06

Everyone knows that cigarettes aren’t as popular as they once were. As more and more people became aware of the massive health risks involved in their continued use, the popularity of the once ubiquitous oral accessory has dwindled, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t still lots of smokers out there who know they should quit but don’t want to give up the allure of the cigarette altogether. There’s no shortage of gums, patches, and other products out in the market, but none of them are quite as cool

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29:47

TIRE AGENT :: BUY TIRES ONLINE!

ContenderCast with Justin Honaman ·

2022/01/03

Tire Agent was founded by Jared Kugel, a tire industry veteran for more than a decade. He has tires in his blood, since his family owned tire distribution centers and retail stores. Jared saw how traditional tire stores stuck with the decades old customer purchasing and installing experience. He believed people should be educated about the tires they purchase, receive top notch care, and have it done at their convenience of their home, work or anywhere else. He realized that a technology driven

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41:09

2021 TOP 5 :: #1 - HALSA FOODS :: OATMILK YOGURT

ContenderCast with Justin Honaman ·

2021/12/31

Hälsa Foods (Halsa means “health” in Swedish) is the manufacturer of oatmilk yogurt. It is one of the first plant-based oatgurt made from whole grain oats and the world’s first dairy-free yogurt without a single artificial ingredient. Co-founders Helena Lumme and Mika Manninen join Justin to share details on this fast-growing food brand!

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34:49

2021 TOP 5 :: #2 - BATTERIES + BULBS :: POWER IT....

ContenderCast with Justin Honaman ·

2021/12/30

Batteries Plus is the nation’s largest and fastest-growing battery, light bulb and smartphone/tablet repair franchise with a nationwide network of stores. With access to more than 60,000 types of batteries, light bulbs and accessories, they have the widest selection of battery and light bulb products available. Batteries Plus offers unmatched service to consumers, businesses and government entities at the national and local levels and delivers national brands at exceptional value. Scott Williams,

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24:29

2021 TOP 5 :: #3 - BITCHIN’ SAUCE :: THIS DIP IS NUTS!

ContenderCast with Justin Honaman ·

2021/12/29

Starr Edwards is the charismatic entrepreneur behind San Diego’s Bitchin’ Sauce. A foodie at heart, she initially planned on pursuing a career as a personal chef. Then, with a young family to feed, she infused her fun, fresh flavors into a host of Bitchin’ Sauces. An immediate hit at the local farmers market, it wasn’t long before they made their way to grocery shelves. Today they are in Costco, Sprouts, Whole Foods, Kroger and many more retail stores. Starr joins Justin to discuss this bitchin’

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33:48

2021 TOP 5 :: #4 - SMOOTHIE KING :: TRANSFORMING A...

ContenderCast with Justin Honaman ·

2021/12/28

Wan Kim was first introduced to Smoothie King while studying at Boston University before going on to earn his MBA at the University of California at Irvine. Wan became a huge fan of the concept and opened the first international Smoothie King location in South Korea in 2003. Within six years, Wan had opened 120 stores in South Korea and eventually grew brand awareness to 94 percent on the peninsula. Wan went on to purchase the entire Smoothie King company in 2012 with the fundamental goal of pushing

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23:50

2021 TOP 5 :: #5 - ACTUAL VEGGIES :: PLANT-ONLY...

ContenderCast with Justin Honaman ·

2021/12/27

In a quest to find a healthier alternative to traditional burgers, co-founder, Jason, quickly realized that the grocery aisles were full of imitation meats and veggie burgers but all were either highly processed, frozen, bland or loaded with preservatives. Not to mention they didn’t even look appetizing! He was determined to create a better option full of fresh farm-grown veggies and ingredients that were not only healthier, but filling, delicious and colorful. This was the spark that led to the

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37:18

DRAKE’S ORGANIC SPIRITS :: NO FINE PRINT. JUST FINE...

ContenderCast with Justin Honaman ·

2021/12/23

The first and only spirits line distilled with pure organic cane sugar, that also meets all five official certifications including Vegan, Gluten Free, Non-GMO, Kosher, and USDA Organic – meet Drake’s Organic Spirits. For hard alcohol that’s not hard on the planet—or your palate, taste the difference organic spirits can make. Founder and CEO Mark Anderson joins Justin to share his incredible story of building a unique, high-growth spirits brand!

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32:05

HONKAKU SPIRITS :: SHOCHU AND TAKAMINE WHISKEY

ContenderCast with Justin Honaman ·

2021/12/22

The texture of a proper Japanese drinking moment can be a beautiful balance of experiences. Aroma and flavor are a given, but temperature, feel, sight, and sound all play equally important roles in elevating the sip above a mere drink. This is life in high fidelity. Sip slowly. Sip Honkaku. Founder Christopher Pellegrini joins Justin to discuss this growing brand.

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22:01

TERRATORIE :: CITY MAP COLLECTION

ContenderCast with Justin Honaman ·

2021/12/20

The city you call home. The neighborhood where you bought your first apartment. The street corner where you shared a first kiss. Terratorie’s maps are designed to honor local community, neighborhood spirit, and pride in all the places we make memories. Founder Torie Partridge joins Justin to discuss this unique, creative and fun growing business!

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29:57

CLEANYST :: PRODUCTS THAT CARE FOR BODY, HOME, AND...

ContenderCast with Justin Honaman ·

2021/12/17

At Cleanyst, they combine industry experience with a passion for environmental sustainability and innovation. They developed a revolutionary platform that empowers you to easily mix your favorite cleaning and personal care products at home so you can reduce plastic waste and carbon emissions, save money and enjoy new and exciting options for product personalization. Co-founder Nick Gunia joins Justin to discuss this growing household cleaning brand!

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25:21

4FRONT VENTURES :: EXPERTISE ACROSS THE CANNABIS...

ContenderCast with Justin Honaman ·

2021/12/15

Meet 4Front. They have combined proven large-scale cultivation and manufacturing leadership with long-standing retail, regulatory and strategic growth capabilities to create a cannabis company built for the long haul. 4Front currently owns, operates or manages cultivation and production facilities and retail facilities across five states with headquarters in Arizona. Their focus is on key markets where they can achieve operational efficiency at scale. Chief Investment Officer Andrew Thut joins

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27:01

INCREDIBLE EATS :: EDIBLE CUTLERY AND SPOONS!

ContenderCast with Justin Honaman ·

2021/12/13

Edible spoons?! Yes. Incredible Eats is on a mission to reinvent the way we eat the food by replacing all plastic utensils with edible options. Founder Dinesh Tadepalli joins Justin to discuss this new fast-growing, game-changing sustainability brand.

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21:19

THE VEGAN KNIFE :: VEGAN, GLUTEN-FREE, AND...

ContenderCast with Justin Honaman ·

2021/12/10

The Vegan Knife was formed to help those who suffer from food allergies and enjoy a vegan lifestyle. After struggling with some health challenges and unable to eat gluten, dairy or shellfish any longer, Julie Butcher left her job in the corporate world and spent two years perfecting the recipes so the company could deliver a product that was truly “free from” the Top 8 allergens. All the delicious baking products are gluten free, wheat free, egg free, soy free, nut free, dairy free, and vegan. Julie

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32:06

WILDE BRANDS :: PROTEIN CHIPS

ContenderCast with Justin Honaman ·

2021/12/08

Wilde Brands is a new innovative snack company delivering complete whole food protein snacks made with lean meats, gluten-free grains, seeds and super fruits; all slow-baked to perfection with some Wilde herbs and spices. Wilde Brands could only ever have a wild founder, enter Jason Wright. He fell in love with chips early in his childhood, with a household mantra of “an open bag is an empty bag”. When he realized his favorite snack would not support his quest for a stronger and active lifestyle, he

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25:49

KIDFRESH :: A FROZEN TAKE ON FOODS KIDS LOVE

ContenderCast with Justin Honaman ·

2021/12/06

As founder Matt Cohen says, “We get it: we all have our favorite foods (we'd eat ‘em every day if we could). As parents who believe our families deserve the best, we created a version of kid classics that are as mouth-watering good as they are good for us all. How? By choosing the best ingredients for every recipe. Now that's what you call real mealtime goodness.” Matt joins Justin to discuss this delicious (and healthy) kids food brand!

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23:58

STRYX :: COSMETICS AND SKIN CARE FOR MEN

ContenderCast with Justin Honaman ·

2021/12/03

Stryx was founded on a basic insight: Men seek to look handsome. Stryx began when a pimple nearly ruined a wedding. Every man has an experience from a first date, important meeting, or daily video call where a blemish can distract from their best performance. Somewhere along the way men’s faces got neglected. Left uncared for, the male face has become a hot spot for trouble: zits, redness, dark spots, oiliness, and more. So Stryx became the first company ever to conceive, from start to finish, what

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33:16

RIND :: WHOLE FRUIT SNACKS

ContenderCast with Justin Honaman ·

2021/12/01

Mother Nature knows best. That’s why she added a peel to fruit -- more vitamins, fiber and antioxidants have been shown to be present in the rind than any other part of the fruit. As nature's original packaging, rinds are prized for their various healthful properties. Keep it real, eat the peel! Founder and CEO Matt Weiss joins Justin to discuss this “a-peeling” brand!

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37:47

ZOLT :: PLANT-POWERED SUPERDRINKS!

ContenderCast with Justin Honaman ·

2021/11/29

Plant power to the people! Plants survive and thrive by releasing endogenous biochemicals that help them flourish under various circumstances, and many of those plant botanicals can help humans perform at their best, too. That’s why Zolt superdrinks are powered by plants (a whole entourage of ‘em) and optimized for performance. Each formulation of adaptogens, antioxidants and terpene botanicals is tailored to key areas of human function like sleep, immunity, energy, balance, and overall cognitive

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20:02

YISHI FOODS :: ASIAN INSPIRED OATMEAL

ContenderCast with Justin Honaman ·

2021/11/26

When Lin Jiang was a child in China, her mom would make black sesame cereal for her when she got home from school. The smooth, semi-sweet, toasty flavor made it one of her favorite foods. In China, black sesame cereal has been a staple food for hundreds of years because of its flavor and wellness benefits. As an adult, she began working and found herself reaching for unhealthy snacks often throughout the day. She needed something healthy and convenient that she could eat and kept coming back to the

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