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Dear Citrus Diaries

Each episode, I"ll sit down with inspiring founders + creatives who are making waves in the CPG food and beverage world. From innovative entrepreneurs to trailblazing executives to game changing creatives, we delve into their stories and who they are outside of their title. Get ready to be inspired, empowered, and equipped with the insights you need to succeed in the kitchen and your career. @citrusdiaries.studio | citrusdiaries.com | hello@citrusdiaries.com

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00:40:56

Vincent Ricchiuti of Enzo’s Table & Clara Sieg of Loonen

Dear Citrus Diaries ·

2025/12/23

Vincent Ricchiuti of Enzo’s TableAs the fourth generation of his Italian-American farming family, Vincent Ricchiuti was naturally drawn to the family business. A native of Fresno, CA, he spent his formative years working alongside his father and grandfather in the family’s diversified agricultural business.For more than a century, the Ricchiuti Family has diligently worked the land in California’s fertile San Joaquin Valley with a goal to sustainably grow, produce, and harvest premium fruit, nuts,

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00:49:39

Jeni Britton of Floura & Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams

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2025/12/16

Floura (Co-Founder + CEO); Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams (Founder) Jeni Britton is an American entrepreneur and New York Times best-selling author. She founded Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams in an Ohio farmers' market in 2002, transforming it from a small shop into a beloved national brand. Underscoring her commitment to wellbeing and sustainability, Jeni's latest venture, Floura., reinvents fresh produce trimmings as delicious nutrient-dense food with the intent to help close the dietary fiber

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01:15:04

PJ Monte of Monte’s Fine Foods

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2025/12/09

PJ Monte is the founder of Monte’s Fine Foods and the creator behind Monte’s Fine Sauces. Five years ago, he began bottling and hand-labeling his family’s 120-year-old red sauce recipe for local New York restaurants and specialty stores, quickly gaining a following and earning the nickname “Sauce Boss.” what we chat about:Your family’s culinary story runs deep from Monte’s Venetian Room in Brooklyn toGurney’s Inn in Montauk. How have those early family traditions shaped the way you approach food and

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00:40:32

Wendy Pickett of RationAle Brewing

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2025/12/02

Wendy Pickett, Co-Founder & EVP of Sales, RationAle Brewing. Bringing 25 years of consumer goods experience to the non-alcoholic craft brewing brand, Wendy has a long history of building legacy brands in the grocery/mass, natural, and specialty channels. As one of the few female leaders in the male-dominated alcohol space, she’s helping reshape the future of NA craft beer, tapping into the surging demand for NA options driven by wellness-minded consumers.what we chat about:RationAle’s mission is

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00:32:28

Allison Luvera and Lauren De Niro Pipher of Juliet Wine

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2025/11/25

Founded in 2021 by longtime friends Allison Luvera and Lauren De Niro Pipher, Juliet is redefining boxed wine through premium quality, thoughtful design, and sustainability. Juliet’s proprietary Eco-Magnum™ packaging uses over 50% less carbon than glass and holds the equivalent of two bottles. The founders also created the Alternative Packaging Alliance, uniting fellow high-end boxed wine brands to champion sustainable innovation across the industry.what we chat about:How did you balance the often

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00:28:37

Dr. Sandra Carter of Om Mushrooms

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2025/11/18

Dr. Sandra Carter is a trailblazer in the health & wellness industry with over 35 years of experience in community health, corporate wellness, research, & hospital administration. Om Mushrooms offers a range of certified organic, science-backed mushroom products—from supplements and powders to beverages and gummies. Grown in an eco-friendly indoor farm in Carlsbad, California, Om ensures maximum potency and purity while staying free from toxins, pesticides, and heavy metals.As the Co-Founder

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00:47:05

Kayvon Jahanbakhsh & Mike Lombardo of Halfday Iced Tea

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2025/11/11

Halfday was founded after Kayvon Jahanbakhsh was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis when he was a freshman in college. Losing over 80 pounds, he was forced to dramatically change his diet to focus on his gut health. Kayvon enlisted the help of classmate & best-friend Mike Lombardo to develop a gut-healthy iced tea that reminded them of the classics they grew up with. Each can of Halfday has 6g of prebiotic fiber, with only 3-5g of sugar.IG drinkhalfday | drinkhalfday.comPlus Hear from Josh at the

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00:55:54

Kate Greer of Cheerie Lane

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2025/11/04

Kate Greer is the co-founder of Cheerie Lane, an innovative popcorn brand that developed the first all-in-one ‘popcorn pod’. Growing up in the Midwest close to her family’s farm, a warm bowl of popcorn was always part of Kate’s family gatherings. Her expertise as a creative and an entrepreneur shows up in the innovative and artistic spirit of the brand.Cheerie Lane is reimagining the way people enjoy popcorn with gourmet all-in-one ‘popcorn pods’. Thoughtfully crafted using heirloom kernels from a

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00:28:51

Aishwarya Iyer of Brightland

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2025/10/28

Founded in 2018 by Aishwarya Iyer, Brightland is a California-based premium pantry staples brand crafting artfully designed and consciously-made olive oils, vinegars, and honeys that elevate everyday moments. what we chat about:A personal health scare sparked the idea for Brightland; Can you walk us through how that moment transformed into building a brand that has become a household name?Spirituality and meditation play a big role in your life, how do they influence the way you lead Brightland,

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00:57:18

Gita Vellanki of Neeshi

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2025/10/21

Neeshi is a women’s wellness brand using real food to ease hormonal symptoms from menstruation through menopause. Founded by Gita Vellanki to help her daughter avoid the side effects of prescription meds, Neeshi offers delicious, functional products—like their Dark Cacao Spread—to support daily hormonal health naturally. The brand’s mission is to help women feel empowered and unburdened by their cycles.IG shopneeshi | neeshi.comThe Goods Report Vol 4:Design: PepsiCo refreshes Lay’s & Starburst

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00:28:37

Krishna Kaliannan of Catalina Crunch

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2025/10/15

Krishna Kaliannan is the founder of Catalina Crunch, a better-for-you cereal and snack company he launched after being diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes.what we chat about:Catalina Crunch has been ahead of the curve in the high-protein, low-sugar movement. Looking back, what inspired you to create a brand centered on functionality before it became such a dominant trend in the grocery aisle?What does it take to build that kind of trust and consistency with consumers in such a competitive category?With

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00:32:10

Saira Malhotra & Chandni Prasad of Dancing Elephant

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2025/10/07

Dancing Elephant was founded by Saira Malhotra, an internationally trained chef and TV personality, and Chandni Prasad, an Ayurvedic wellness advocate with deep roots in public service and global policy.Rooted in tradition but reimagined for today, Dancing Elephant brings this beloved Indian staple to the American market with a fresh, vibrant perspective. what we chat about:The roots of kitchari + why it’s such comforting meal in South Asian homesHow Dancing Elephant reimagined kitchari for today’s

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00:29:15

Olly Dixon of Something & Nothing

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2025/09/30

CPG News: Something & Nothing OOH campaignHear from Olly Dixon, co-founder of Something & Nothing, about their bold new out-of-home campaign in Chicago. Something & Nothing, the premium soda brand inspired by travel, has debuted its first out-of-home campaign in the U.S. – “Not Pop.” – to challenge consumers to rethink what modern soda can be in a category commonly saturated by nostalgia, bright colors, and functional benefits. IG wearesomethingandnothing |

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00:48:34

Courtney McHugh of amplifyeP24

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2025/09/23

Courtney McHugh is a seasoned senior executive with over a decade of experience in incubating, launching, and scaling venture-backed consumer product businesses.amplifyeP24’s mission is to amplify the nutritional impact of food while contributing to a more sustainable future. Amplifye is a pioneering biotechnology company that applies computational enzyme discovery and the power of precision fermentation. what we chat about:Courtney explains how amplifyeP24 helps your body get more out of the

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00:44:06

Patrick Coyne of Laoban

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2025/09/16

Laoban Dumplings started as a humble dumpling shop in Washington, DC in 2017. While living and teaching in China, co-founder Patrick Coyne frequently found himself in the dumpling shop near his school. He loved spending time in the shop—developing a special appreciation for the care and craftsmanship shown by the shop's boss or "laoban." Once back stateside, Patrick sought to honor that tradition, and Laoban Dumplings was born.what we chat about:How Patrick took the concept from just

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00:35:29

Lily Geiger of Figlia

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2025/09/11

Hear from Camilla Marcus, founder of west~bourne, about her newest collaboration with YUZUCO at the beginning of this week’s episode!Lily Geiger is a born and bred New Yorker and the founder and CEO of Figlia, a modern, non-alcoholic aperitivo brand focusing on changing the conversation around alcohol consumption.what we chat about:How Lily’s family history of alcoholism influenced the creation of the brandFiglia drawing on Italian aperitivo cultureThe aperitivos don’t try to mimic alcohol, they

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01:01:45

Daniel Goetz of GoodPop

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2025/09/02

Since their humble beginnings at the farmers markets of Austin, TX in 2009, GoodPop has become known for producing some of the cleanest, most innovative and most delicious frozen treats available on the market. what we chat about:what were the early days of Good Pop like and how did its grassroots beginning shape the company’s values and growth?Scaling a brand with clean ingredients, organic sourcing, and no added sugarThe mission behind the Good Food CollectiveHow to navigate building a

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00:43:59

Rodrigo Hernandez of Angel Margarita

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2025/08/26

Angel Margarita is co-founded by Academy Award-nominated actress, multi-platinum recording artist, and producer Hailee Steinfeld in partnership with Rodrigo Hernandez of Premium Beers Group, a leader within the alcohol industry in Mexico.what we chat about:Consumer taste evolving in the spirits and RTD space, particularly with tequila-based cocktailsProcess for developing Angel Margarita’s initial flavors + how do youapproach product innovation as you look to expand the lineup?How Rodrigo’s

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00:49:29

Emily Steele of Hummingbirds

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2025/08/19

This episode is sponsored by Hummingbirds, ⁠learn more⁠ by booking a call with their team!Emily Steele is the CEO and cofounder of Hummingbirds, a venture-backed platform that connects brands with hyperlocal content creators. Hummingbirds is a first of its kind platform that connects cpg brands with hyperlocal creators to share their favorite products found in their backyard.what we chat about:The role creators have helping CPG brands move product, gain awareness, and drive trial/raving fansLearning

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00:21:34

Chelsea Kim of Ribbon Kitchen

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2025/08/12

This episode is sponsored by Hummingbirds, ⁠learn more⁠ by booking a call with their team!Ribbon was created to bring a sense of calm and softness to everyday routines—for the moms doing everything and the little ones learning everything. Made from premium, platinum-cured silicone, Ribbon’s thoughtfully designed tableware is non-toxic, unbreakable, and built to last through every meal, mess, and moment. Founder-vetted and crafted in Korea, each piece is dishwasher, microwave, and oven-safe, with a

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