Podcast appearances and mentions of alex whitmore

Join Steve for this great interview as we talk about kiteboarding and the weather's incredible impact on this amazing sport. Alex and Matt's friendship has been strengthened by this exhilarating, fun, and game-changing sport. Hear Alex also shares a story of life at sea and how Matt now prepares his oceanfront home for all that mother nature can throw at it. Enjoy!

Today on Boston Public Radio: Jennifer Nassour and Steve Kerrigan recapped Tuesday’s New Hampshire primary. Nassour is a former Chairwoman of the Mass GOP and founder of Conservative Women For A Better Future, and Kerrigan is the CEO of the Edward M. Kennedy Community Health Center and former CEO of the DNC. Mike Bloomberg spokesperson Sabrina Singh discussed the former New York mayor’s path to the nomination, his victory in Dixville Notch, NH, and his evolving views on stop-and-frisk. We opened the lines to talk with listeners about the results of Tuesday’s New Hampshire primary.  CNN analyst Juliette Kayyem discussed the "Friday night purge" in Washington, and the latest headlines around the coronavirus. Harvard behavioral economist Michael Norton discussed his research on consumer voting campaigns, and their impact on a customer’s overall satisfaction. Former Suffolk County Sheriff and Secretary of Public Safety Andrea Cabral discussed the Department of Justice recommending a lighter sentence for Trump associate Roger Stone, and former New York mayor Michael Bloomberg’s history with stop-and-frisk.  We re-opened our lines to keep the conversation going with listeners, talking about Mike Bloomberg’s support of stop-and-frisk, and your thoughts on the New Hampshire primary results.  Somerville-based Taza Chocolate co-founders Alex Whitmore and Kathleen Fulton discussed their chocolate making process, and how they’re prepping for Valentine’s Day on Friday.  

On hindsight 2020, my friend Alex Whitmore takes time to talk to me about things I've learned throughout the last year. I'm so thankful to learn alongside of you guys and pray that 2020 is full of new wine & fruit! 

The full broadcast of Boston Public Radio from Friday, January 25th, 2018. We opened up the lines to hear how our listeners feel about Gov. Baker’s bill that would allow residents to bet on professional sports online. We spoke with Under the Radar Host Callie Crossley about the controversy surrounding a student from Covington High School, seemingly mocking a Native American veteran during a protest. Beat the Press Host Emily Rooney joined us with her weekly list of the biggest moments in the media. Attorney General Maura Healey stopped by the Boston Public Library for another edition of “Ask the AG,” where she fielded calls from our listeners. Alex Whitmore and Kathleen Fulton, the founders of Taza Chocolate, joined us for our weekly news quiz.

How does an industry insider gauge the viability of up-and-coming trends? Well, if you’re Bill Weiland, you draw upon decades of experience... and you absolutely consult with your dogs. A veteran of the natural food business for nearly 40 years, Weiland is the founder and CEO of Presence Marketing, the largest independent broker for natural and organic brands in the U.S. He’s also the co-founder of BIGR Ventures, a growth equity fund focused on promising early-stage natural and organic products, and whose portfolio includes fast-growing brands REBBL, High Brew Coffee and Bonafide Provisions. In an conversation recorded at BevNET Live Summer 2018, we spoke with Weiland about cutting his teeth in natural foods, his perspective on how the industry has “grown up,” how he identifies disruptive brands and concepts and, as noted, why his dogs play such an important role in cultivating the product mix for Presence. Also in this episode: An interview with Alex Whitmore, the founder and CEO of premium chocolate maker Taza Chocolate. Recorded at Taza’s facility in Somerville, Mass., Whitmore discussed the story behind the brand, how its focused and uncompromising approach to quality has differentiated Taza from the competition, the evolution of its product mix, and why only recently the company decided to accept outside investment for the first time. This episode is presented by Simply Soupreme. Show notes: 2:44: Cocktails and Dreams (and Pâté and Chocolate): The hosts chat about a recent visit to and tour of the Taza Chocolate factory, mange on organic charcuterie from Les Trois Petits Cochons and test out a countertop cocktail machine called Bibo Barmaid. 13:00: Interview: Bill Weiland, Founder/CEO, Presence Marketing: In a wide-ranging interview, Weiland discussed his background and how he cut his teeth in the food and beverage business, key figures and mentors that helped shape his career, surprising trends and categories that have taken hold in food and beverage, and opportunities and challenges for natural and organic brands as e-commerce retail continues to expand and evolve. 36:38: Interview: Alex Whitmore, Founder/CEO, Taza Chocolate: An influential name in premium chocolate, Taza churns out its bold flavored, organic chocolate using the same stone-ground production methods since it launched 2006. The brand has been at the forefront of the premium chocolate category, driven by high quality standards in sourcing and ingredients. At the company’s production facility, located just a few miles from BevNET HQ, Whitmore spoke about Taza’s origins, the development of its brand and vertical integration strategy, and the company’s approach to innovation. Brands in this episode: Les Trois Petits Cochons, Bibo Barmaid, Taza Chocolate, REBBL, Bonafide Provisions, Ancient Nutrition, Eternal Water, High Brew Coffee

A group of craft chocolate makers is making the most of growing consumer interest in artisan chocolate. Alex Whitmore, member of the Craft Chocolate Makers of America and co-founder of Taza chocolate, explains why he thinks this trend looks set to continue - even in the midst of recession.

This week we are showcasing Capos Calderwood aka Alex Whitmore. In addition to being a singer/songwriter and performer, Alex also does recording and producing for other artists. Describing his sound... Check out the live music events on SLCN.TV every Thursday at 6:00 pm SLT