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Taste Radio

The top podcast for anyone building a business in food or beverage, BevNET’s Taste Radio features interviews with the leaders and rising stars of our fast-evolving industry. The shows also include discussion on emerging trends, innovation and news of the week from our regular cadre of hosts from the BevNET and NOSH teams. Tell us what you think at ask@tasteradio.com. You can also email us if you are interested in Taste Radio sponsorship opportunities. And if you like the podcast, share it with a

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29:36

Milk, Money & Momentum. Slate’s Rise & A Bay Area Buzz.

Taste Radio ·

2025/09/25

Ten years ago, the idea of canned milk powering a fast-growing brand might have seemed far-fetched. And yet, Slate – which recently announced $23 million in fresh funding – has proven just how powerful a novel concept can be. What can CPG founders – and the industry at large – learn from its rise? The hosts also look back on an unforgettable meetup in San Francisco, where industry veterans, insiders, and ambitious early-stage founders came together in a high-energy atmosphere. Show notes: 0:25:

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57:35

‘Whisper’ Success Into Existence. An Industry Icon...

Taste Radio ·

2025/09/23

What separates beverage brands that break out from those that burn out? In this episode, industry veteran Ken Sadowsky – often known by his sobriquet, the “Beverage Whisperer” – offers a behind-the-scenes look at what’s working (and what’s not) in the fiercely competitive drinks industry. Ken, who is the executive director of the Northeastern Independent Distributors Association (NIDA) and a senior advisor with Belgium-based investment firm Verlivest, draws from decades of experience and shares

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33:31

Protein Is Everywhere. But Does It Belong Everywhere?

Taste Radio ·

2025/09/19

The hosts dive into the sustained wave of protein-infused consumer products – from popcorn to mashed potatoes – and debate whether the market is approaching “protein fatigue” or merely scratching the surface of a macro trend driven more by marketing than science. They also recap Taste Radio’s high-energy meetup in San Diego, spotlighting several new and innovative brands showcased at the event. Show notes: 0:25: Free Tee. Nice To Meet Thee. MDR In DEC. Poppi To Popcorn. Protein ≠ Pumpkin Spice. Head

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01:07:34

Elevator Talk: FUZZEE, Rise Yaupon, Släcka, Lovely...

Taste Radio ·

2025/09/17

The latest episode of Taste Radio’s Elevator Talk spotlights innovative leaders from FUZZEE, Rise Yaupon, Släcka, Lovely Bunch and Nordic Tree Water. In this installment, founders and CEOs introduce their brands and share recent company updates and milestones. This week’s special co-host is Dr. Sebastian Dreher, the Venture Manager - North America for DöhlerGroup. He offers insightful questions, thoughtful feedback, and strategic perspective alongside regular host Ray Latif, editor and producer of

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28:19

How Halfday Went From Dorm Room To Disrupting A $9B...

Taste Radio ·

2025/09/16

What does it take to reinvent a legacy category for the modern consumer? In this episode, Mike Lombardo, the co-founder of better-for-you iced tea brand Halfday, shares the journey of transforming a college side hustle into a fast-growing challenger brand. Fueled by a mission to improve gut health without sacrificing flavor, Mike and his co-founder set out to reimagine iced tea for today’s health-conscious consumer. Mike opens up about the brand’s early missteps, and why putting flavor first became

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01:13:44

Chomps, Coffee & Cocktails. CPG’s Winners Are...

Taste Radio ·

2025/09/12

Tips from trailblazing brands, strategies to captivate venture capitalists, the explosive growth of the RTD coffee category and much more. This packed episode features highlights from Taste Radio’s Chicago meetup and an in-depth look at Nutrabolt’s $200 million investment in Bloom Nutrition. The hosts also dive into the next wave of coffee innovation and examine whether energy or indulgence is driving consumer demand. Show notes: 0:25: DO Buy? Ninety Seconds. ‘Bolt & Bloom. A Tost. Coffee Talk. No

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23:51

‘Shameless’ CPG: Why William H. Macy Is All In On...

Taste Radio ·

2025/09/09

When Oscar-nominated actor William H. Macy joined Woody Creek Distillers, it wasn’t a Hollywood deal – it was a neighborhood one. Living just down the road from the founders in Woody Creek, Colorado, Bill – known for starring roles in the hit TV series “Shameless” and iconic films “Fargo” and “Boogie Nights” – became a true partner in the craft distillery, not just its face. Now, he’s helping build a spirits brand rooted in authenticity, local sourcing, and uncompromising quality – all while

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30:49

Niche To National. The Brands Finding A Better Way To...

Taste Radio ·

2025/09/04

From college campuses to cannabis aisles, this episode explores how emerging CPG brands are carving out space in crowded categories. The hosts unpack Better Sour’s rapid retail expansion – including an exclusive Sprouts flavor and placement on United Airlines – while also spotlighting Toom’s strategic refresh that helped turn a niche garlic dip into a national brand. Plus, the challenges of adaptogen overload, and how design influences consumer trust. Show notes: 0:15: Joe Who? Better Breakfast

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01:05:27

Elevator Talk: Juicybite, Send Bars, Date Smarter,...

Taste Radio ·

2025/09/03

The latest episode of Taste Radio’s Elevator Talk spotlights innovative leaders from Juicybite, Send Bars, Date Smarter, Keya's Snacks and Elephant Green Chili Chutney. In this installment, founders and CEOs introduce their brands and share recent company updates and milestones. This week’s special co-host is Ken Collis, the founder and CEO of TLK Fusion. He offers insightful questions, thoughtful feedback, and strategic perspective alongside regular host Ray Latif, editor and producer of the Taste

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26:58

Nearing $90M & Surging. The Keys To Clio Snacks’...

Taste Radio ·

2025/09/02

How did Clio Snacks evolve from a homemade Greek yogurt bar created in a New Jersey garage into a national brand approaching $90 million in annual sales? In this episode, company CEO John McGuckin shares the strategic blueprint behind the brand’s explosive growth, from prototype to distribution in nearly every major grocery and mass retail chain across the U.S. On location at Clio’s 80,000-square-foot facility in New Jersey, John dives into how the brand is riding the wave of health-conscious

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12:36

Spindrift’s Shift & Seven-Figure Raises

Taste Radio ·

2025/08/29

The hosts dissect Spindrift’s decision to discontinue its Spiked line and spotlight rising CPG stars Mooski and Painterland Sisters, each of which recently announced major funding rounds. They also preview upcoming Taste Radio meetups in the U.S. and U.K., before taking bites and sips of oat bars, cookies and a Patrick Mahomes-backed coffee brand. Show notes: 0:15: Shu-Cation. Spin-Cycle. Moo-Money. Meet-Up. Fruit-y Tea. – Ray is still MIA, but Mike is here to handle his responsibilities. The hosts

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34:14

Why Brightland Said ‘No’ to Whole Foods – Twice – And...

Taste Radio ·

2025/08/26

Aishwarya Iyer built one of the fastest-growing premium CPG brands by doing what many startups overlook: putting product integrity, brand trust, and strategic timing ahead of rapid retail expansion. In this episode, Aishwarya, the founder and CEO of admired pantry staples company Brightland, shares how discovering a major gap in the olive oil industry sparked the creation of her mission-driven, design-forward brand. She dives into her philosophy of disciplined growth, reveals why she turned down

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23:46

Adapting To The Sober-Curious, Ozempic-Friendly Consumer

Taste Radio ·

2025/08/22

While alcohol consumption is cooling, the battle between clean-label ingredients and high-protein performance foods is heating up. The hosts examine what’s driving these massive shifts in consumer behavior, and how brands like David, Crisp Power and Athletic Brewing are responding. Show notes: 0:15: Not Jail, Maybe. Chicago Dollars. Less Sauce, More Protein. Live In L.A. Hot Coffee. – Ray and Mike are “off the grid” this episode, but luckily, NOSH managing editor and CPG Week podcast host Monica

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01:10:20

Elevator Talk: Whole Moon, Solstice, Raya Fruit...

Taste Radio ·

2025/08/20

The latest episode of Taste Radio’s Elevator Talk spotlights innovative leaders from Whole Moon, Solstice, Raya Fruit Water, Hawaiian Soda Co. and Elixir Shots In this installment, founders and CEOs introduce their brands and share recent company updates and milestones. This week’s special co-host is Allison Ball, the founder & CEO of Food Biz Wiz. She offers insightful questions, thoughtful feedback, and strategic perspective alongside regular host Ray Latif, editor and producer of the Taste Radio

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30:41

Scaling Salt. The Makings Of An Iconic Cult Food Brand.

Taste Radio ·

2025/08/19

How do you turn seawater into a cult food brand? Ben Jacobsen did just that – and changed the way America thinks about salt. In this episode, we sit down with Ben, the founder of Jacobsen Salt Co., whose journey began with a single, revelatory bite of tinned fish topped with a few flakes of sea salt. That moment sparked a passion that led him to the windswept Oregon coast, where he began hand-harvesting salt, and ultimately to building one of the most iconic artisanal food brands in the country. Ben

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36:18

Billions In The Can, Tallow In The Fryer. But Who's...

Taste Radio ·

2025/08/15

Monster just posted its first-ever $2 billion quarter, Celsius saw revenue jump 84% year-over-year and energy drink sales in C-stores are booming. What’s fueling this explosive growth, and where’s the white space for emerging brands? The hosts break it down. They also ponder beef tallow’s potential to power a fried food revival and highlight new mushroom lattes, clean-label cookies and sparkling teas. Show notes: 0:35: A Future Chicago. L.A. Is Near. We’re So Energized, But Why? Beefy Frites. Oats,

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30:48

The ‘Hour’ Of Change Has Come. And A Marvel Hero Is...

Taste Radio ·

2025/08/12

What happens when a Marvel superhero and an indie filmmaker ditch the script and attempt to build the next great beverage brand? In this episode, actor Wyatt Russell – best known for his role as U.S. Agent in the Marvel film “Thunderbolts” – and producer Richard Peete pull back the curtain on their journey launching Lake Hour, a fast-growing canned cocktail brand that’s making waves far beyond the red carpet. What began as a lighthearted idea in a hot tub quickly evolved into a deep dive into flavor

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29:23

Why Is Gen Z Obsessed With BFY Frozen Foods? We’ve...

Taste Radio ·

2025/08/08

Gen Z is reshaping the frozen food game… and they’re not settling for TV dinners. But while they’re hungry for health and convenience, there's a catch: the price tag. Can wellness-focused frozen meals stay accessible, or are they becoming a luxury in disguise? The hosts discuss, and also sample Korean-style hard seltzers, culturally-inspired craft sodas and a potentially game-changing brand of non-alcoholic spirits. Show notes: 0:35: Voice Nail. A Notable List. Investors Here. Bites & Chews. So

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01:09:35

Elevator Talk: Sohha Savory, Coro Foods, La Pêche,...

Taste Radio ·

2025/08/06

The latest episode of Taste Radio’s Elevator Talk spotlights innovative leaders from Sohha Savory, Coro Foods, La Pêche, SaladSprinkles, and Cedar F&B. In this installment, founders and CEOs introduce their brands and share recent company updates and milestones. This week’s special co-host is Beth Brown, founder and principal advisor at growth-stage consultancy S3 Connect. She offers insightful questions, thoughtful feedback, and strategic perspective alongside regular host Ray Latif, editor and

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42:19

People First, Tacos Second. The Culture That Built...

Taste Radio ·

2025/08/05

When Mike Rypka launched Torchy’s Tacos out of a trailer in Austin, he wasn’t thinking about private equity or market expansion. He just wanted to serve “damn good tacos.” Fast forward to today, and Torchy’s has grown into a revered fast-casual chain with national ambitions, fueled by strategic investment and a fiercely loyal customer base. But the real engine behind the brand’s success isn’t just craveable food. It’s culture. Torchy’s differentiates itself through scratch-made food and a

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