Essential Ingredients Podcast
218 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 127 ratingsEssential Ingredients powered by NextGenChef is an Online podcast, launched by Justine Reichman a socially minded Founder, Connector and Philanthropist. This podcast features a multi-generational group of startup founders, thought leaders and change makers who discuss the importance of building businesses from concept to purpose that directly align to your purpose and mission and support a regenerative future for and from people to planet. Topics include “building a business to support your purpose” to “global issues challenging our farming, production and supply chain“ to “telling your story” and “developing consistent branding”. In addition to the conversation segments, these talks also conduct interviews with Serial entrepreneurs, new founders and industry experts. Interested in sharing your story, email us to participate in our next podcast. Production of the podcast is held in San Rafael.
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020: The Buzz Without the Bite: Clean Cocktails for Conscious Drinkers with Jennifer Roman-Matito Part 1
May 14, 2024 13:00 - 26 minutes - 22.2 MB“When one person makes the decision to be more mindful, more conscious, it starts to have a little bit more of a ripple effect.” —Jennifer Roman-Matito Conscious drinking is gaining popularity as people recognize that alcohol consumption is a choice where informed decisions matter. Younger generations especially are looking for drinking experiences to satisfy their desire to socialize without sacrificing how they feel. This trend speaks much about the mainstreaming of preventative health h...
019: Mothers Know Best— Honoring Motherhood in Business with Hoda Mohajerani
May 07, 2024 13:00 - 24 minutes - 20.7 MB“Without our mothers, we wouldn't be here. We need to put mothers and nurturing maternal relationships at the forefront of our families, of our communities, and also how we lead businesses as well.” —Hoda Mohajerani Motherhood is at the heart of many businesses today. Where some see constraints, these mompreneurs find freedom in following passions with impacts that nourish families and the future. Their brands reflect the love, care, and vision that sustain communities, just as motherhood ...
018: Purposeful Packaging: Plant-Based Packaging Solutions for a Sustainable Supply Chain with Jared Damman
April 30, 2024 13:00 - 26 minutes - 15.3 MB“We believe that small businesses change the game. They'll be the future of everything and they are more adaptable. So if we can support small businesses, that's going to lead to a better economy, a better future for everyone.” —Jared Damman Traditional plastic and petroleum-based packaging have severe environmental consequences, filling landfills and releasing greenhouse gases. Hence, sustainable packaging is becoming increasingly important as consumers demand environmentally-friendly op...
017: How to Leverage Data to Reveal Hidden Market Opportunities with Kate Burns and Andreas Duess
April 23, 2024 13:20 - 36 minutes - 29.5 MB“Wi-Fi and the Internet have now become a utility. But food is not. It should be! Good food should be as available and accessible as Wi-Fi.” —Kate Burns “Hit the market where the market is not where you wish it would be.” —Andreas Duess Leveraging data and insights provides businesses with a strategic edge. Rather than relying solely on assumptions or untested ideas, a data-driven approach empowers companies to design products and strategies that deliver impactful solutions that ...
016: Beyond the Seder Plate— Springing into Season with Matzo Recipes with Ashley Albert and Jeremy Nelson
April 16, 2024 13:00 - 9 minutes - 6.84 MB“I love matzo! I eat matzah year-round as a snack.” —Ashley Albert “The goal is to do something out of the box that people wouldn't normally do to give matzo a rebrand.” —Jeremy Nelson Passover is a joyous springtime holiday that celebrates freedom and renewal. At the heart of the Passover seder meal and ritual is matzo, an unleavened flatbread that represents the hurried departure of the Israelites from ancient Egypt. Made simply of flour and water, matzo takes center stage during t...
015: Regenerative Baking for Healthy Land and People with Molly Carney
April 09, 2024 13:00 - 20 minutes - 17 MB“That's the lesson of baking bread that you think you're in control and you're not. You're just a guide in the process. You're on the bread’s timeline.” —Molly Carney Bread is a simple yet profound food that has sustained cultures for millennia. More than just a vehicle for nutrients, bread represents community, tradition, and comfort. Today, artisans continue this living tradition, honoring ancestral practices while innovating with modern techniques and heirloom ingredients, providing...
014: Chocolate and Mushrooms: A Sweet Combination for Better Sleep, Focus and Beyond with Charlotte Cruze
April 02, 2024 13:00 - 26 minutes - 21.9 MB“For functional mushrooms, you need to take a medicinal dose daily for about three weeks to feel something. They do not work instantly. That's a big gap in the market that people don't understand.” —Charlotte Cruze When it comes to wellness, some pairings just make perfect sense. Mushrooms and chocolate may seem an unlikely match made in hedonistic heaven, but their union holds untapped potential. Mushrooms have long been prized for their healing properties across cultures. Scie...
013: Upcycling for Health— Transforming Produce Trimmings Into Nutritional Gold with Jeni Britton and Jeremy Nelson
March 26, 2024 13:00 - 32 minutes - 27.1 MB“We're not doing a marketing campaign to try to convince you that we're doing good stuff. It doesn't work. What works is creating beautiful products as a team who's devoted because we believe in the mission.” —Jeni Britton “When you can put your ego aside and focus on the larger vision, you can achieve so much more than you can alone.” —Jeremy Nelson Upcycling in the kitchen isn't just about saving money— it's about redefining what "waste" truly means and unlocking a hidden world...
012: Nature's Nutraceuticals: How Medicinal Mushrooms Are Transforming Natural Medicine with Aaron Hodgins Davis
March 19, 2024 13:00 - 21 minutes - 17.8 MB“In the case of a business, pick a few ideas, do them well, and scale them up instead of doing a whole bunch of things at a very small scale.” —Aaron Hodgins Davi The medicinal mushroom industry is primed for exponential growth as research continues to uncover the vast health benefits of fungal powerhouses. Research found that mushrooms support brain, immune, cardiovascular, and digestive health in ways no other food or supplement can match. As public interest in preventative healthcare ri...
011: Making Fruits and Veggies a Delicious Habit with Colorful Concoctions on the Go with Amber Benson
March 12, 2024 14:00 - 26 minutes - 16.9 MB“You're not going to heal unless you're creating that environment in your body. We should understand that fruits and vegetables help you every single day.” —Amber Benson While we're often told the importance of "eating the rainbow" each day, many struggle to fit those colorful servings of produce into their busy routines. Without sufficient intake of these nutrient-dense whole foods, we miss out on essential vitamins, minerals, fiber, and plant compounds shown to support longevity and ...
010: Natural Optimizers: Discovering Non-Synthetic Solutions for Enhancing Wellness Without Compromising Health with Dustin Baker
March 05, 2024 14:00 - 31 minutes - 25.9 MB“Realistically, as we age, we just physiologically are not the same as we used to be. And that has not just a physical effect on us; it has a mental, cognitive, and emotional effect on us as well.” —Dustin Baker While modern medicine has achieved incredible feats, dependence on synthetic prescription drugs is not without its downsides. By their very nature, these medications are designed as "selective poisons" that incur side effects for many users. From minor issues like drowsiness or nau...
009: Unlocking Supply Chain Efficiencies with Data Standards with Liz Sertl
February 27, 2024 14:00 - 19 minutes - 16.2 MB“It's a big undertaking when you start thinking about data and how you want it to move. But that foundational layer of data and getting that right internally is the first step whether you're a small business, or whether you're a large business.” —Liz Sertl Supply chain visibility refers to the ability to access accurate and real-time data across all processes within the supply chain, from raw material sourcing to the final delivery to the consumer. This allows them to proactively address i...
008: How Soil Stewardship Provides Solid Solutions for Climate Change and Food Security with Sarah Wentzel Fisher
February 20, 2024 14:00 - 19 minutes - 16.2 MB“Soil health can be complicated but it's also super simple and something that everybody can participate in.” —Sarah Wentzel Fisher Soil health is the foundation of our food systems and ecosystems. Yet many are disconnected from the living soil that sustains us. The soil is a complex web of microbial and ecological activity below our feet, working constantly to cycle nutrients, sequester carbon, and support plant life above and below ground. When soil health declines, it impacts water quali...
007: Vegan Valentines: Crafting Ethical Artisan Chocolates from Bean to Bar with Daniel Korson
February 13, 2024 14:00 - 25 minutes - 21 MB“My goal and still is, is to be able to create a business that's ethical from the farm to the end.” —Daniel Korson The emerging category of ethical vegan chocolate appeals to health-conscious consumers who demand transparency and sustainability in their treats. As demand grows for plant-based options produced with care and compassion, vegan chocolate represents an opportunity for small businesses to delight taste buds while upholding values from bean to bar. On this special Valentine's D...
006: How to Navigate the PR Timeline for Maximum Exposure with Kourtney Jason
February 06, 2024 14:00 - 25 minutes - 21 MB“You have to give something away to get someone in.” —Kourtney Jason For any small business, getting noticed isn't easy. Between all the noise online and in their communities, it's hard for owners to get their message heard. Hence, increasing visibility through smart PR and marketing can really help spread the word. When more potential customers learn about what the business has to offer, it leads to more opportunities for sales, growth, and success. This week, Justine chats with Ko...
005: From Awareness to Purchase: Advertising Strategies That Deliver Results with Aditya Varanasi
January 30, 2024 14:00 - 29 minutes - 24 MB“You don't start by showing them everything; you start with what's that one thing that matters most. But then through that journey at the end, you make available everything that may matter to them.” —Aditya Varanasi Digital advertising has become vital for businesses as consumers spend more time online. Advanced tools now allow advertisers to precisely target audiences across platforms based on detailed data. For startups and small businesses especially, digital provides an affordable and...
004: Modern Technology and Innovation: Molecular Biology Meets Consumer Demand for Natural Sweeteners with Todd Rands
January 23, 2024 14:00 - 25 minutes - 21.2 MB“What we needed was the diversity of what nature provides, we needed to get better nutrition to more people… not in the big corporate way, but doing something different than anything that we've done before.” —Todd Rands With sugar consumption linked to health issues like obesity and diabetes, consumers are looking for healthier options that allow for moderation without compromise. Innovation in natural low-calorie sweeteners holds promise for addressing this need and empowering persona...
003: Regen Reset Wellness: Optimizing Health from the Ground Up with Season's Best Ingredients with Kevin Bressani
January 16, 2024 14:00 - 19 minutes - 16.5 MB“Food as your medicine is anything that's not processed. These are things that we should be eating [because they] prevent you from having to take drugs. So if you're interested in health, you should be eating holistically in that regard.” —Kevin Bressani Your best self starts on the plate! The food we put on our plates each day has a profound impact on our health and well-being. Yet in our fast-paced world, it's easy to lose sight of how the small daily choices around what we eat can nou...
002: Regen Reset Wellness: Driving Continuous Waste-Reduction Through Digital Solutions with Meredith Danberg-Ficarelli
January 09, 2024 14:00 - 33 minutes - 27.2 MB“We're doing some work, but not enough work. We need to move away from just talking about our impact, and we need to actually start making an impact.” —Meredith Danberg-Ficarelli Digital tools hold great potential to transform waste management strategies. By tracking waste data and providing actionable insights, new technologies can optimize diversion efforts and maximize recycling rates. This revolution in waste analytics promises to make resource recovery vastly more efficient and sustai...
001: Regen Reset Wellness: How Probiotics Impact Mood, Immunity, and GI Balance with Natasha Trenev
January 02, 2024 14:00 - 29 minutes - 24 MB“We are more microbes than we are human cells. And it's the only alien thing that's in our body that we have to form a unity with in order to enjoy phenomenal health.” —Natasha Trenev Probiotics are live microorganisms that can enhance digestive health when consumed in adequate amounts. Cutting-edge research continues to reveal exciting new ways specific probiotic strains can promote a healthy immune response and reduce inflammation throughout the entire body. As the gut microbiome pla...
017: Leading with Heart and Mind— Understanding Unconscious Patterns to Transform Leadership Presence with Marika Messager
December 26, 2023 14:00 - 24 minutes - 20.1 MB“It's a business, but more than anything, it's a community, and it's a movement.” —Marika Messager The level of consciousness profoundly shapes a leader’s effectiveness. Self-awareness of one's blindspots, biases, and triggers is key to leading with wisdom, empathy, and care for all people affected by decisions. This approach benefits every member of the company as it centers around long-term well-being over temporary gains. In this episode, Justine is joined by Marika Messager, a resea...
016: Chocolate to Love: How Cell-Culture is Creating a Healthier Treat with Alan Perlstein
December 19, 2023 14:00 - 17 minutes - 14.8 MB“The three main factors are taste, price, and availability. Make sure things taste amazing, make sure it's affordable, and make it even more healthy.” —Alan Perlstein Cell-culture technology is unlocking new frontiers in food production by growing crops from single cells instead of plants. This novel approach allows us to see a new generation of "designer" foods engineered at the cellular level to promote wellness in tasty new ways. California Culture is pioneering the use of cell cultur...
015: A Taste of Discovery: Bridging Cultures by Sharing Diverse Flavors Around the World with Jia Liao
December 12, 2023 14:00 - 29 minutes - 24.3 MB“A lot of times, taking over business legacy doesn't necessarily mean that brand or that company, but how do you continue that story.” —Jia Liao The bold and complex flavors of a hotpot have introduced many new food lovers to unique culinary experiences. Eating hotpot allows diners to immerse themselves in the tingling, numbing, and spicy sensations as different ingredients are cooked in the communal broth. Gathering with friends and family to cook ingredients has also won fans worldwide a...
014: Drink Mindfully: Redefining Booze with Regenerative Organic with Maddy Rotman and Taylor Lanzet
December 05, 2023 14:00 - 29 minutes - 24.5 MB“When we think about our community, we don't feel alone at all. We look at all of our farmers, all of these amazing other CPG brands, we are becoming a loud minority that is shaking and moving the system.” —Maddy Rotman “Be a little bit more curious when you're out there shopping for alcoholic products. Gravitate towards the brands that fully disclose everything.” —Taylor Lanzet As the world of spirits embraces regenerative organic farming, a new era of eco-conscious consumption ...
189: Beyond the Bravado: How to Live Deeper and Awaken Your Leadership Potential with Anthony Perez
December 03, 2023 10:00 - 39 minutes - 31.8 MB“We find ourselves evaluating ourselves. And sometimes, it's not a good evaluation. Be present. Enjoy the now and be kinder to yourself.” —Anthony Perez Facing the messy depths within takes guts, but that's where real growth lies. Those who mine emotional gold through vulnerability and self-reflection will forge the strongest, most inspiring bonds and transform how they lead. Living shallowly protects the ego, but diving deep is the only way to your best self - and to guide others to t...
013: From Founder to Facilitator: How Shifting Perspectives Can Transform a Growing Company with Roland Siebelink
November 29, 2023 02:00 - 22 minutes - 18.5 MB“It's only when we learn to also let go and let other people make suggestions that they can grow and they can become maybe even entrepreneurs of the future.” —Roland Siebelink Navigating the growth of a business while maintaining control and vision requires a delicate balance of delegation and oversight. The key is to find that sweet spot where you can trust your team members to handle the day-to-day stuff while still keeping your finger on the pulse. By empowering your teams, you not...
012: Back to the Roots: The Principles of Regenerative Agriculture with Philippe Birker
November 21, 2023 14:00 - 25 minutes - 21.2 MB“Most of the regenerative farms are still surrounded by conventional farms. Nevertheless, the food from the regenerative farm will be more nutritious and more healthy than the food from the conventional farms just 20 meters over the fence.” —Philippe Birker This week, we are joined by Philippe Birker. Philippe’s passion for regenerative agriculture's potential to address climate change and related challenges led him to co-found Climate Farmers, where he and his team assist farmers in adopt...
011: Growing Food, Growing Minds, Growing Change— How to Cultivate the Next Generation of Food Justice Leaders with Katherine Soll
November 14, 2023 13:00 - 33 minutes - 27.2 MB“Providing pathways for today's young people who are going to be tomorrow's leaders is critical because we need them to be the problem solvers for us in the future. We have no alternative.” —Katherine Soll Today's food injustice weighs heavily on our global conscience, with millions suffering from hunger while others face the dire consequences of unhealthy diets. The involvement of youth is paramount in addressing this pressing issue, as they carry the power to challenge the status quo, ch...
010: From Bean to Green: Roasting a Solid Foundation for Growth with Melissa Villanueva
November 07, 2023 13:00 - 17 minutes - 14.6 MB“[Entrepreneurship] is a mix of optimism and hope coupled with just a tenacity to make it work no matter what happens.” —Melissa Villanueva Embarking on the journey of being a first-time founder is like that invigorating first sip of coffee in the morning, filled with both excitement and uncertainty. Just as each carefully roasted bean lays the foundation for a rich and complex brew, every decision and milestone achieved forms the bedrock of your startup's growth. With time, effort, ...
009: Twice-Baked Nostalgia— How to Reimagine a Family Recipe to Conquer New Markets with Stephanie Berlin
October 31, 2023 13:00 - 27 minutes - 22.4 MB“Food is a unifier. We are more similar than different and that cultural aspect is really important.” —Stephanie Berlin An entrepreneurial journey with cultural flair! Once upon a time, biscotti and cookie had a serendipitous encounter, and they birthed a magical creation called Wandel. Baked by Stephanie Berlin, this delightful treat with its adventurous spirit, ignites a love affair with taste buds worldwide. Crafted with utmost care and using natural ingredients, Wandel transports i...
008: Fun and Funky Blobs— A Tastier and Healthier Take on Candies with Mike Schanbacher and Nicholas Kheny
October 24, 2023 13:00 - 24 minutes - 20.1 MB"If we're not having fun, we need to stop doing it." —Nicholas Kheny "Work with people only bigger than you and you become a company of giants." —Mike Schanbacher When it comes to candy, the word "healthy" might not immediately come to mind. However, with the rise of vegan lifestyles, there is an increasing demand for plant-based alternatives, including vegan candy. Vegan candy delivers a guilt-free indulgence, without compromising on taste. These candies are often made with natural ...
007: Biodynamic Regenerative Farming: Benefits Beyond Organic Practices with Gregory Kalinin
October 17, 2023 13:00 - 29 minutes - 24.7 MB“You can also look at resources of putting your time into building that network of advisers. It's a bit of time to build that but then you get so much value out of that as long as you're willing to listen.” —Gregory Kalinin Dynamic agriculture can be seen as a way of weaving regenerative farming into a holistic and adaptive system that can benefit both the farmers and the environment. By blending these two practices, farmers can meet specific goals, such as minimizing tillage, recyclin...
006: The Dirtbag Diaries: Chronicling the True Saga of Building a Better-For-You Snack Brand with Mark Gravel
October 10, 2023 13:00 - 27 minutes - 22.7 MB“Don't let these things stop you. Figure out how to work with them.” —Mark Gravel In the volatile world of CPG branding, establishing a successful better-for-you brand may often feel like treading on eggshells. While the steep slopes can hefty baggage are indeed formidable, the right strategies can tip the scales in your favor. Dirtbag Bar is an organic, vegan, gluten-free chocolate date bar created by Mark Gravel. Inspired by his passion for the outdoors and healthy living, Mark develo...
005: Health in a Sip: Fuel Your Day with Functional Clean-Label Shots with Leslie Danford
October 03, 2023 13:00 - 27 minutes - 22.4 MB“People are looking for easy and they're looking for their foods and beverages to deliver a lot of value to them. It's not enough anymore to just taste good. They want to know why it tastes good.” —Leslie Danford Food is more than just a medicine. Food is health. By capitalizing on “superfoods” and other high-nutrient sources and leveraging advanced technologies to load their products with extra nutrients, we are now seeing a shift toward food products that promote convenience without com...
004: Functional Food— A Quick Fix Yet A Sustainable Aid To Monthly Cycles with Asha Caroll
September 26, 2023 13:00 - 33 minutes - 27.6 MB"Our functional pantry staples are designed to support people at every phase of life and their cycles." — Asha Caroll When dealing with reproductive health and monthly phases like mood swings, cramps, headaches, anxiety, and period pain, we might waver between a quick fix and a sustainable solution. We would've wanted both, but most of the quick treatments traditionally offered in the market are not sustainable, or vice versa. We would also prefer a natural and organic solution that st...
003: Speak with Candor— Shaping a More Inclusive Workplace Culture with Kelsey Bishop
September 19, 2023 13:00 - 21 minutes - 17.6 MB“Make your workplace a place that everybody is happy at. That's one that goes unsaid a lot. When they're happy in their relationship with their teammates, it's more likely that they're happy in their jobs.” —Kelsey Bishop Facing barriers when working in a team where one does not feel part of it is an unfortunate reality in many companies. Astonishingly, this kind of adverse company culture is accepted and ingrained as the norm. However, it’s high time we shift from this perspective. A w...
002: Revolutionary Bioengineering Breakthrough— A Solution to the Decontamination Dilema with Steve McDaniel
September 12, 2023 13:00 - 22 minutes - 18.9 MB“Be sure that you instill in your children and your children's children the fact that farming is not the problem, it is the answer.” —Steve McDaniel Biological threats due to the worsening effects of climate change pose significant risks to both the environment and human health. Decontaminating these threats proficiently can be challenging due to their varied nature, persistence, and potential for dispersal. Fortunately, key developments in the field of bioengineering have led to the d...
001: Boosting a Healthy, Accessible Local Farm-to-Table Revolution with Andy Naja-Riese
September 05, 2023 13:00 - 30 minutes - 25.1 MB“Sometimes, we can only make the choices when they're available to us.” —Andy Naja-Riese With six successful seasons behind us, we are thrilled to announce that Season 7 is live and ready for you! A hearty thanks to you for staying with us through the previous six seasons and continuously supporting the program. For us, you are not just our listeners. You are an integral part of this community. With lots of surprises and fresh series to pique your interest, we assure this season will...
034: Advocating for the Plate— A Palate’s Plea with Nina Curtis
August 29, 2023 13:00 - 47 minutes - 38.4 MB“I'm an artist on the plate. I'm an advocate on the plate. I get to paint the plate with all these beautiful colors of the food I choose to cook.” —Nina Curtis Advocating for the plate is a multi-faceted concept at the intersection of aesthetics, quality, and social responsibility. It is an essential part of promoting our health and shaping the well-being of our earthly home and everything in it. But this movement is not as complicated as it may seem. In fact, the epitome of goo...
033: Be Tech Smart— Leverage the Digital Market with 'No Effort Web' with Ameet Kallarackal
August 22, 2023 13:00 - 24 minutes - 20.6 MB“We like to think of ourselves as doing the dirty work behind the scenes to make everyone else look good.” – Ameet Kallarackal There are thousands of humble yet hardworking entrepreneurs like small restaurant owners and operators who are not that savvy technically and who are restlessly operating their in-person craft and business. Though necessary, they might not have enough funds to employ a skilled person in the field of marketing or to hire a technical team. How can entrepreneurs with...
032: Crafty Ways to Curb Kitchen Food Waste with Alison Mountford
August 15, 2023 13:00 - 26 minutes - 22.1 MB“Your cauliflower is not going to save nor destroy the world. But as we all make these decisions all the time and we scale, it can add up.” —Alison Mountford The relationship between home cooking and reducing food waste extends deeper than just being a simple solution. It’s about making conscious, constant decisions that influence both our health and our planet. Reinventing our kitchen practices could not only help us savor healthy, home-cooked meals but also contribute to a zero-food-was...
031: Changing the Narrative with Regenerative Agriculture with Ryan Slabaugh
August 08, 2023 13:00 - 26 minutes - 22.1 MB“[Regenerative Agriculture] is a mindset that early adopters and farmers have, and it's a love of life that we're translating into the food supply, how we look at our food, how we look at our farming, and how we look at our agriculture. This is a multi-generational mindset shift that is dependent upon us.” —Ryan Slabaugh Our current agricultural system revolves around sustainability— maintaining the status quo while doing minimal damage. But our world can no longer afford this argument. W...
030: Gut Health and Prebiotics: A Fundamental Connection to Superior Health with Marc Washington
August 01, 2023 13:00 - 31 minutes - 25.9 MB"The path towards better health is through food. But at the same time, we have to do more… not just better for you, but that are really functional" —Marc Washington Gut health refers to the balance of microorganisms in the digestive tract. However, our gut flora has more function than we think. A gut filled with diverse and beneficial bacteria can impact every dimension of our health including digestion, immunity, and even mental health! That's why, ensuring that our gut receive...
029: Spanish Savory Secrets: From Idea to Table Success with Aaron Luo
July 25, 2023 13:00 - 38 minutes - 31.9 MB“We want to make sure the product is different—not better, but different than what's out there.” —Aaron Luo Nestled among the country's many gastronomic wonders lies an unsung hero: authentic Spanish charcuterie. With its rich history, meticulous craftsmanship, and mouthwatering flavors, this culinary gem has captured the hearts and palates of food enthusiasts worldwide. Every slice tells a tale of age-old techniques handed down through generations, carefully selected ingredients, and a...
028: The Morning After -- Beating That Next-Day Misery After Alcohol with Zack Abbott
July 18, 2023 13:00 - 28 minutes - 23.8 MB“The technology was getting thrown under the bus so that brands can make a buck. And technology is very powerful and extremely important for humanity in terms of addressing a lot of existential crises.” —Zack Abbott Many people find solace in drinking alcohol, whether it be during social gatherings or as a means to decompress and find some relief after a tiring day. Unfortunately, as our bodies metabolize alcohol, a toxic substance called acetaldehyde begins to accumulate. Experiencing...
027: Nurturing Nutrition—Choosing the Right Formula for Your Little One with Mia Funt
July 11, 2023 13:00 - 24 minutes - 20.4 MB“Infant formula is a baby's first food. And it's the first decision you make as a new parent… We had to do better for babies and for parents because this is the most important food.” —Mia Funt Breast milk is often referred to as the "magical superfood" for infants due to its numerous health benefits and essential nutrients. While breast milk is considered the gold standard for infant nutrition, infant formula serves as a viable alternative when breastfeeding is not possible or preferred. T...
026: Home Cooking Made Fun, Quick, and Easy with Daniela Kratz
July 04, 2023 13:00 - 20 minutes - 17.1 MB“It's so important to have an antidote that shows us how beautiful it can be to make food at home and how actually joyful and easy it can also be. Because in the end, this will be healthier for us but also for the planet.” —Daniela Kratz Cooking can be a therapeutic and satisfying experience, but it's not always easy to find the motivation. Between finding the right recipe, shopping for ingredients, and having to clean up after the meal, it’s no wonder so many people opt for takeout. B...
025: Reimagine Your Diet— Elevate Your Well-Being with Functional Foods with Hoda Mohajerani
June 27, 2023 09:00 - 31 minutes - 26 MB“We are A PART OF nature, we are not apart from nature.” —Hoda Mohajerani At our core, humans are a part of nature, not separate from it. Our health and well-being depend heavily on the natural world around us. The modern world may have pushed us into a distance from nature, but if we want to achieve optimal health, we must ensure that our choices are in harmony with the world around us. By working with the natural rhythms of the earth, we can create thriving ecosystems that nourish b...
024: Better-For-You Delights Now At Your Local Stop-and-Shop with Rachel Krupa
June 20, 2023 13:00 - 22 minutes - 19.1 MB“Food is always where people are. Food equals a time and an emotion; it's that moment of comfort.” —Rachel Krupa Choosing better-for-you products has been about endless label-reading and guessing games. Moreover, these products are hard to find and often comes with a higher price tag. But what if healthier options can be found in convenience stores? Well, that sure would be a game-changer! Rachel Krupa, the founder of The Goods Mart, has one important principle: putting the comm...
023: How to Build a Good, Ethical Business with Sasha Millstein
June 13, 2023 13:00 - 30 minutes - 25.3 MB"Do it for the love of the product, the love of the founder, and not necessarily the love of the bank." —Sasha Millstein Thirty years ago, an incredible woman, by the name of Alicia Ethel Reinish, whipped up a recipe that still makes our mouths water to this day! She has been cooking up delicious pot pies for her local clients but she decided to share the love with everyone across the country. Hence, the birth of Aunt Ethel's Pot Pies. Led by her niece, Sasha Millstein, Aunt Ethel's P...