Protein Production Technology Podcast

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Ep 44: Becoming the Go-To Lab for Novel Foods: A...

Protein Production Technology Podcast ·

2026/10/01

Powered by Protein Production Technology InternationalAs novel foods move closer to commercialization, analytical testing, validation, and regulatory readiness are becoming increasingly important to the alternative protein industry. From cultivated meat and precision fermentation to biomass and next-generation plant proteins, manufacturers need testing partners who understand the complexity of these emerging products.In this episode of the Protein Production Technology International

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Ep 43: The Protein Shift Goes Mainstream: Innovation...

Protein Production Technology Podcast ·

2026/09/30

Powered by Protein Production Technology InternationalProtein is no longer reserved for athletes, bodybuilders, and sports nutrition enthusiasts. From everyday snacks and beverages to bakery, dairy, and healthy-aging products, protein is becoming a mainstream part of how consumers think about food and nutrition. But as demand grows, so do expectations around taste, texture, convenience, affordability, and nutritional value.In this episode of the Protein Production Technology International

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36:07

Shante Zaccaria, Bürkert Fluid Control Systems | From...

Protein Production Technology Podcast ·

2026/09/30

In this episode of the Protein Production Technology International Podcast, we speak with Shante Zaccaria, Area Sales Manager at Bürkert Fluid Control Systems, about the critical role automation, fluid control, and process engineering play in scaling alternative protein production.As the industry shifts from laboratory breakthroughs to commercial manufacturing, Shante explains why engineering has become just as important as biology. He discusses the challenges of scaling fermentation and

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26:19

Niels Hower, Meatless | The Rise of Hybrid Foods in...

Protein Production Technology Podcast ·

2026/09/23

In this episode of the Protein Production Technology International Podcast, we speak with Niels Hower from Meatless about the growing role of hybrid foods in the future of alternative protein.Drawing on recent consumer insights, Niels explains why taste, texture, nutrition, and familiarity remain the biggest drivers of consumer adoption. He discusses the lessons learned from the first wave of plant-based products, why hybrid meat-and-plant products are gaining momentum, and how

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29:39

Flavia De Marta, Argenta | Navigating the Future of...

Protein Production Technology Podcast ·

2026/09/16

In this episode of the Protein Production Technology International Podcast, we speak with Flavia De Marta, Business Development Manager at Argenta, about the evolving regulatory landscape for alternative proteins and novel foods.Flavia explains how regulatory thinking has shifted in recent years, why companies need to consider safety and compliance from the earliest stages of product development, and how strategic planning can accelerate commercialization. She also discusses global

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Episode 38: From Scales to Smart Inline Precision...

Protein Production Technology Podcast ·

2026/09/09

In this episode of the Protein Production Technology International Podcast, we speak with Ryan Cromhout from KROHNE about how smart inline mass and density measurement is transforming plant-based food production.Ryan explains the industry's shift from traditional batch weighing and manual measurements to continuous, real-time inline process monitoring. He discusses how precision mass and density measurement helps manufacturers improve consistency, optimize ingredient usage, reduce waste,

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64:40

Arturo Elizondo, The EVERY Company | Building the...

Protein Production Technology Podcast ·

2026/09/02

In this episode of the Protein Production Technology International Podcast, we speak with Arturo Elizondo, CEO of The EVERY Company, about the journey of building one of the pioneers in precision fermentation and animal-free protein production.Arturo shares how The EVERY Company has helped shape the precision fermentation industry, from developing animal-free egg proteins to securing regulatory approvals, scaling manufacturing, and building strategic commercial partnerships. He also

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35:24

Ross Milne, Leaft Foods | Unlocking the Nutritional...

Protein Production Technology Podcast ·

2026/08/19

Powered by Protein Production Technology InternationalIn this episode of the Protein Production Technology International Podcast, we speak with Ross Milne from Leaft Foods, a New Zealand-based company working to unlock the potential of leaf proteins as a new source of sustainable nutrition. Ross discusses the nutritional potential of Rubisco, a protein found naturally in green leaves, and why its essential amino acid profile and digestibility could make it an important new ingredient for

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65:15

Episode 40: Protein Innovation in Sports Nutrition:...

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2026/08/12

Powered by Protein Production Technology InternationalSports nutrition is no longer just about protein shakes and muscle building. Today's consumers are looking for products that support recovery, metabolic health, digestion, longevity, and overall wellness - creating new opportunities for ingredient innovation across the sector.In this episode of the Protein Production Technology International podcast, Nick Bradley was joined by Winston Sun of Angel Yeast Europe, Chris Terry of Nutrabolt,

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Episode 38: CDMOs Are Not a Shortcut – They’re a...

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2026/08/05

Powered by Protein Production Technology InternationalShould food and fermentation companies build their own manufacturing capabilities - or can the right partners get them to market faster and more efficiently?In this episode of the Protein Production Technology International podcast, Nick Bradley was joined by Ariel Blumovich of YD Labs, David Ziskind of Mach Global Advisors, Tzvi Zvirin of BioArmix, Arnon Heyman of IBI Ag, and Ori Zakin of BioRaptor.AI to explore the evolving role of

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Episode 39: IP as a Growth Engine: Unlocking...

Protein Production Technology Podcast ·

2026/07/29

Powered by Protein Production Technology InternationalA breakthrough ingredient or production process may create headlines, but can it create a defensible business?In this episode of the Protein Production Technology International podcast, Nick Bradley was joined by Kerry Rees and Andrew Tindall of HGF, alongside Gilbert Verschelling of The Protein Brewery, Tim Fronzek of Nosh.bio, and Casey Lippmeier of Checkerspot, to explore how alternative protein companies can build intellectual

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Special Episode: John Krzywicki - Checkerspot

Protein Production Technology Podcast ·

2026/07/22

Powered by Protein Production Technology InternationalWhat does it take for a biotechnology company to evolve from a promising startup into a commercially focused nutrition business?In this episode of the Protein Production Technology International podcast, Nick Bradley sat down with John Krzywicki, CEO of Checkerspot, to discuss the company's journey from developing industrial materials to commercializing high-value nutritional ingredients derived from microalgae.Krzywicki shared how

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Special Episode: Thomas G Schmidt - 21st BIO

Protein Production Technology Podcast ·

2026/07/15

Powered by Protein Production Technology InternationalWhy do so many promising biotechnology breakthroughs fail to reach commercial scale?In this episode of the Protein Production Technology International podcast, Nick Bradley sat down with Thomas G. Schmidt, CEO of 21st.BIO, to discuss one of the industry's biggest challenges: bridging the 'Valley of Death' between laboratory success and industrial-scale production.Drawing on the company's roots within the Novo Group ecosystem, Schmidt

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Special Episode: Yvan Chardonnens - STANDING OVATION

Protein Production Technology Podcast ·

2026/07/08

Powered by Protein Production Technology InternationalCan dairy proteins be produced without cows while still delivering the taste, texture, and functionality consumers expect?In this episode of the Protein Production Technology International podcast, Nick Bradley sat down with Yvan Chardonnens, CEO of Standing Ovation, to discuss how precision fermentation is being used to produce animal-free casein and what that could mean for the future of dairy.Chardonnens explained why casein remains

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Special Episode: Joshua Errett - Friends & Family

Protein Production Technology Podcast ·

2026/07/01

Powered by Protein Production Technology InternationalWhat if cultivated meat's first commercial breakthrough comes through pet food rather than human food?In this episode of the Protein Production Technology International podcast, Nick Bradley sat down with Joshua Errett, Founder and CEO of Friends & Family Pet Food Company, to discuss the launch of cultivated pet food in Singapore and why he believes the category could become one of the most important early markets for cultivated

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Special Episode: Alex Crisp - Future of Foods

Protein Production Technology Podcast ·

2026/06/24

Powered by Protein Production Technology InternationalHow do you tell the story of an industry that is constantly reinventing itself?In this episode of the Protein Production Technology International podcast, Nick Bradley sat down with Alex Crisp, founder and host of the Future Foods Podcast, to discuss the evolution of alternative protein storytelling and the role media plays in shaping public understanding of food innovation.Drawing on an unconventional background spanning law, teaching,

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Episode 37: The Hybrid Meat Advantage: Unlocking...

Protein Production Technology Podcast ·

2026/06/17

Powered by Protein Production Technology InternationalWhat happens when alternative protein developers stop asking whether products should be plant-based or meat-based and start combining the best of both worlds?In this episode of the Protein Production Technology International podcast, Caroline Cotto of NECTAR, Mylène Potier of Gira, Marc Renauld of Roquette, and Marion Lefebvre of Roquette explored why hybrid meat is emerging as one of the most commercially compelling opportunities in

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Episode 36: Financing a First-of-a-Kind: How...

Protein Production Technology Podcast ·

2026/06/10

Powered by Protein Production Technology InternationalBuilding a successful fermentation company is one thing. Financing a commercial-scale facility is another entirely.In this episode of the Protein Production Technology International podcast, Diana Rucinschi of the European Innovation Fund, David Ziskind of Mach Global Advisors, Aakriti Mehta of Channel Capital Advisors, and Spencer White of Unibio joined host Nick Bradley to tackle one of the industry's biggest challenges: bridging the

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Episode 41: Kjeldahl versus Dumas: Rethinking Protein...

Protein Production Technology Podcast ·

2026/06/05

Powered by Protein Production Technology InternationalA protein ingredient is only as valuable as the data behind it. But as alternative proteins become more diverse, accurately measuring protein content is becoming increasingly complex.In this episode of the Protein Production Technology International podcast, Nick Bradley was joined by Bryan Tracy of Superbrewed Food, Muyiwa Akintoye of Planetary, Abhishek Bhattacharya of RISE Research Institutes of Sweden, Dr Lukas Brieger of C. Gerhardt

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Special Episode: Federico Duarte & Norman Gierow -...

Protein Production Technology Podcast ·

2026/05/20

In this episode of the PPTI podcast, Federico Duarte, CEO of Nutrition from Water, and Norman Gierow, Director of Global Customer Marketing at SIG, discussed a new partnership focused on delivering affordable, sustainable protein at scale.They introduced Marine Whey, a platform built on microalgae-derived proteins, and explained how the approach is designed to deliver high digestibility, neutral taste, and broad functionality across applications including beverages, baked goods, and

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