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In this episode of Grow Everything, Karl and Erum sit down with Dr. Glennis Mehra, the absolute powerhouse behind BioLabs at NYU Langone, to talk about what it really takes to build a biotech startup in New York City. From how to deal with imposter syndrome to finding funding in a capital-constrained world, Glennis shares hard-earned insights on how founders can survive (and thrive) in one of the toughest, most exciting biotech ecosystems on the planet. They get into the magic of founder-to-founder collaboration, why biology's complexity is finally getting the respect it deserves, and whether AI is about to make lab work obsolete (spoiler: it's not). Plus, Erum debates whether traveling to Mars just to eat lettuce is worth it.Grow Everything brings the bioeconomy to life. Hosts Karl Schmieder and Erum Azeez Khan share stories and interview the leaders and influencers changing the world by growing everything. Biology is the oldest technology. And it can be engineered. What are we growing?Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠www.messaginglab.com/groweverything⁠⁠⁠ Chapters: 00:00:00 – Introduction and Vision for a Better Future 00:00:17 – Unexpected Weather, Birthday Trips, and Giant Malls 00:01:41 – Climate Change, Extreme Weather, and the Reality of Rising Temperatures 00:03:07 – Space Travel, Microbes on Mars, and the Lettuce Dilemma 00:05:12 – Biotech Innovations, Soil Microbiomes, and Engineering Nature 00:07:06 – The Storytelling Gene: Why Scientists Must Be Great Communicators 00:09:02 – Sweet Proteins, Strategic Narratives, and Startup Success 00:10:39 – Young Innovators, Biochar, and Climate Tech Disruptors 00:13:12 – Welcoming Dr. Glennis Mehra: The Biotech Builder 00:15:04 – From Academia to Entrepreneurship: Glennis' Journey 00:17:31 – Imposter Syndrome in Biotech: Why Founders Struggle 00:19:55 – The Secret to Building a Strong Startup Community 00:22:18 – The Founder's Dilemma: Making Big Decisions Quickly 00:25:09 – Why Founder-to-Founder Collaboration is Biotech's Superpower 00:28:46 – Capital Scarcity and the Rise of Smarter Founders 00:32:53 – Building a Biotech in NYC: The Reality Check 00:33:42 – The Toughest Part: Capital, Talent, and Space 00:36:09 – Why NYC is a Risk-Taker's Playground 00:38:56 – The Future of Biotech and the AI Acceleration 00:44:29 – Honest Advice for Biotech Entrepreneurs 00:48:12 – BioLabs and the Startup Survival Toolkit 00:52:48 – Final Words and What Comes NextLinks and Resources: Biolabs@NYULangone NASA Science Payloads Researchers link a gene to the emergence of spoken language Oobli and Ingredion Announce Partnership as Demand for Sweet Proteins Accelerates Sweet Dreams Are Made of Proteins: Oobli's Ali Wing A 16-year-old (Harper Moss) helms this new regenerative farming startupTopics Covered: Biotech, Business, NYC, Innovation, Incubator, Accelerator, Startups, BiomanufacturingHave a question or comment? Message us here:Text or Call (804) 505-5553 ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠  / ⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠Grow Everything⁠⁠⁠Email: groweverything@messaginglab.comMusic by: NihiloreProduction by: Amplafy Media

In this episode, we sit down with Ali Wing and Dr. Jason Ryder. Both guests are from a company called Oobli, where Ali serves as CEO, and Jason as the CTO and Co-Founder. Oobli is a company on a mission to solve society's sugar problem. By deriving sweet proteins from fruits, they use breakthrough technology to provide sweet lovers with a healthy alternative to sugar. Oobli wants to make its products scalable, accessible, and affordable. Given that we're all hardwired to crave sweets, sweet proteins could play a major role in bending the global health curve. So where does Oobli fit into all of this? Join the conversation now to see for yourself… Offer: We all know we should be eating less sugar. But we're constantly bombarded with drinks and snacks loaded with refined sugar might not be as harmless as we thought. Enter Oobli, who JUST launched the world's first beverages to satisfy your sweet tooth with protein! Oobli gives brand new sweet iced teas with sugar-like sweetness without the impact to your health. Get 20% off your Oobli order with promo code GENIUS at oobli.com and try all three delicious, craft-brewed sweet iced teas: lemon, peach, and mango yuzu. Click play to discover: What sweet proteins are, and why we're just now learning about them. The effects of sweet proteins on blood sugar and gut microbiome. Oobli products that aim to replace foods with added sugar.  What “hidden sugars" are, and where to look for them. Want to learn more about Oobli? Click here now! Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C

We all know chocolate is sweet. The way that it's made—not so much.  From deforestation and climate change to child labor and heavy metal contamination, cocoa farming leaves a lot to be desired.  But what if we could make cocoa powder without having to chop down the rainforest and engage in so many other unsavory practices? That's what California Cultured is working on now. The Davis, California-based startup has raised $16 million to grow cocoa cells inside of bioreactors and has already produced some pretty tasty chocolate from this process, as I can personally attest. This isn't their CEO Alan Perlstein's first shot at growing food inside of bioreactors. As you'll hear in this episode, Alan was part of the team that a quarter century ago grew the world's first-ever cultivated meat (goldfish cells funded by NASA). He went on to found Miraculex—now Oobli—which grows sweet proteins inside of bioreactors. After running the company for six years, he's now embarked on a journey to divorce cocoa production from farming the rainforest, and he shares that story here. Can they compete on cost with farmed cocoa? How long before their cocoa makes its way onto the market? Most importantly, does it taste as good as the chocolate we eat today? These are all questions we bite into—and more—in this conversation! Discussed in this episode Our past episodes with the RAND Corporation and Oobli.  Our World in Data greenhouse gas emission chart showing chocolate similar to beef. Alan endorses starting your company through SOSV. California Cultured signs agreement with Japanese chocolate giant. Cocoa consumption's effect on muscle synthesis.  More about Alan Perlstein Alan Perlstein is a visionary entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience in the food technology industry. From his early career in one of the first cell-cultured meat labs to founding California Cultured, Alan has consistently pursued sustainable innovations to solve global food production issues. His passion lies in addressing the environmental and ethical challenges of traditional agriculture by using cutting-edge plant cell culture technology to create real chocolate and coffee without the harmful impacts of deforestation, child labor, and toxic chemicals.

Sweet-toothed consumers increasingly seek treats that are tasty, indulgent, and natural. Oobli, a maker of sweet proteins, is attracting the attention of producers like Grupo Bimbo with its BFY sugar-alternative solutions. CEO Wing shares insights about the sweet solutions and the possibilities in snack, bakery, and candy. 

Ali Wing is the CEO of Oobli, a biotech startup that manufactures “sweet proteins” that reduce the amount of added sugar in foods and beverages by 75-90%. In this episode we'll talk about the science behind these trickster sugars, Oobli's two-pronged go-to-market strategy, and the metabolic health crisis in America.

SummaryAli Wing, CEO of OOBLI, discusses sweet proteins and their role in revolutionizing sweets and reducing sugar in our diets. Sweet proteins are derived from plants and berries and are designed to trick our taste buds into thinking they are sugar. They do not affect blood glucose levels or the gut microbiome, making them a healthier alternative to traditional sugar. OOBLI's products include sweet protein-powered chocolates and teas, which have significantly less added sugar compared to traditional options. The company aims to educate consumers about the benefits of sweet proteins and provide healthier alternatives to satisfy our sweet tooth.Keywordssweet proteins, revolutionizing sweets, reducing sugar, healthier alternatives, chocolates, teasTakeawaysSweet proteins are derived from plants and berries and are designed to trick our taste buds into thinking they are sugar.Sweet proteins do not affect blood glucose levels or the gut microbiome, making them a healthier alternative to traditional sugar.OOBLI's products, such as sweet protein-powered chocolates and teas, have significantly less added sugar compared to traditional options.The company aims to educate consumers about the benefits of sweet proteins and provide healthier alternatives to satisfy our sweet tooth.TitlesRevolutionizing Sweets: The Power of Sweet ProteinsEducating Consumers: The Benefits of Sweet ProteinsSound Bites"Sweet proteins trick our taste buds to think it's sugar, but it's not, it's a protein.""Replacing sugar or rehabilitating foods is equal opportunity in all food categories.""Sweet proteins momentarily bind with taste receptors, tricking the brain into thinking it just got sugar."Chapters00:00Introduction and Personal Background06:06Introduction to Sweet Proteins10:39Benefits of Sweet Proteins in Different Food Categories12:03How Sweet Proteins Fool Our Taste Buds14:01Sweet Proteins for Athletes16:19Different Types of Sugars and Sweeteners18:57The Impact of Chemical Sugars on Health22:43Product Line: Teas and Chocolates28:40Availability of Products29:48Shameless Plug

Ali Wing, the Chief Executive Officer of Oobli, adds her page to the Marketing Playbook. Hear how to go back to school, think brand first, how to re-enter the corporate world, what Ali learned working at Nike, and her stories from growing up as 1 of 10 kids. Connect with Ali on LinkedIn and X @AliWing and try Oobli at Oobli.com

This episode is brought to you by Compass Rose Ventures  and SARAL  - The Influencer OS for Brands Today, host Ramon Vela interviews Jason Ryder, Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer at Oobli. Oobli makes seriously sweet proteins changing the world, one bite at a time.  Sweetness from protein—not sugar—is the breakthrough you've been waiting for! They're good for your body and the planet, but their fantastic taste will keep you coming back. It's gut-friendly, diabetic-friendly, all flavor, no compromise win we all deserve. Try their NEW Sweet Tea with only 7 grams of sugar—no weird stuff.  Highlights: * Jason's Gratitude Story * Climate, Food, and Health are joined at the hip * Jason't Aha moment when he realized his mission in life * What are Sweet Proteins? * Why aren't more people using Sweet Proteins? * Why did you choose beverages, and what other products are coming? * Connecting the Climate to our sugar problem. * How can we solve problems across climate, food, and health when we're sick? * Are Sweet Proteins and your products diabetic-friendly? * Building a consumer-facing company has been more challenging than the science * A review of the sweet teas and chocolates available from Oobli * And so much more…  Join Ramon Vela and Jason Ryder as we break down the inside story of Oobli on The Story of a Brand. For more on Oobli, visit: https://oobli.com/ Subscribe and listen to the podcast on all major apps. Search for “The Story of a Brand” on your favorite podcast player. * Today's Sponsors: SARAL  - The Influencer OS for Brands: http://storybrandoffer.com/ Claim an "exclusive onboarding" offer for the listeners of The Story of a Brand Show. The Saral Team will work directly with you and offer weekly check-ins and 1:1 consulting until you succeed. Visit my unique link. 

In today's episode, we're excited to have a very special guest, Ali Wing, the CEO of Oobli. Ali is not just a trailblazer in the food and health tech industries but also a consumer-centric, digitally-savvy leader with a knack for brand building and data-driven growth. At Oobli, she's on a mission that could revolutionize how we think about sweetness. Imagine reducing your sugar intake by 70-90% without sacrificing taste or indulging in guilt. That's exactly what Oobli aims to achieve with its groundbreaking approach to sugar alternatives, using tiny amounts of protein derived from fruit. This isn't just a new sweetener; it's a completely new take on using protein for sweetness. Stay tuned as we explore how Ali and her team at Oobli are paving the way for a healthier, guilt-free future. Get ready for an insightful conversation about the intersection of consumer brands, technology, and healthy living. Let's dive in! About Ali Wing & Oobli Ali Wing, CEO of Oobli is on a mission to get sweet right with a reimagined approach: using proteins as a sugar replacement. Oobli has been perfecting a new sugar alternative using tiny amounts of protein found in fruit. It's a completely new take on using protein. Sweet proteins will help people around the world reduce their sugar consumption without the guilt or negative health implications, and they taste like sugar! With sweet proteins, we can reduce the sugar content of most foods and drinks by 70-90%. Almost a decade ago, Dr. Jason Ryder, Oobli's co-founder and professor at the University of California, Berkeley, discovered the world-changing potential of sweet proteins from fruits and berries grown near the equator. These plants produce special proteins that are up to 5,000x sweeter than sugar. Dr. Ryder uses a fermentation process to replicate and produce these sweet proteins as a means to reduce the impact on our planet and give people a healthy form of sweetness. Sweet proteins don't trigger any rise in blood sugar or insulin, and never affect the gut. This is a completely new way to think about protein. Humans are biologically programmed to seek sweet foods, but our overabundance of sugar in the food system leads to overindulgence and metabolic diseases like type-2 diabetes. The world needs better scalable products to replace sugar, maintain the same sugar-like taste, and be healthy without compromise or doubts. Sweet proteins are also a sustainable sugar solution. The world boasts more than 65 million acres of sugarcane. Because Oobli uses precision fermentation to create nature-identical sweet proteins, their production process has an incredibly low environmental footprint and is a long-term climate-friendly sugar alternative to cane sugar production. Every 1% reduction of sugar production made possible by their sweet protein tech equals 650,000 acres of land saved. Fermentation enables us to replicate nature's candy but without the environmental impact. Oobli is also the first company to commercialize products made with sweet proteins. This year, we launched Oobli Sweet Iced Teas, the world's first and only drink on the market to make low-sugar drinks without alternative/ artificial sweeteners like aspartame, sucralose and stevia, or sugar alcohols like erythritol.

About The Guest(s):Ali Wing is the CEO of Oobli, a company that is revolutionizing the way we consume sugar. With a background in consumer commercial leadership, Ali is passionate about finding innovative solutions to tackle the global health crisis caused by excessive sugar consumption.Summary:Ali Wing, CEO of Oobli, discusses the impact of sugar on our bodies and the rise of metabolic disorders such as obesity and diabetes. She explains that while sugar is a biological necessity and humans are wired to crave it, our modern food supply has made it excessively abundant, leading to health problems. Ali introduces the concept of sweet proteins, which mimic the taste of sugar but are actually proteins. Oobli uses fermentation technology to produce these sweet proteins, offering a healthier alternative to sugar. The company aims to rehabilitate existing foods by replacing sugar with sweet proteins, providing a solution to the global health crisis.Key Takeaways:Sugar is a biological necessity, but our modern food supply has made it excessively abundant, leading to metabolic disorders such as obesity and diabetes.Sweet proteins are proteins that taste sweet and trigger the brain's sweet receptors, providing a healthier alternative to sugar.Oobli uses fermentation technology to produce sweet proteins, making them more cost-effective and sustainable than traditional sugar.Oobli aims to rehabilitate existing foods by replacing sugar with sweet proteins, offering a healthier option without compromising taste.Quotes:"Sugar is not bad, and sugar is actually a biological necessity." - Ali Wing"We're facing a crisis. From a healthcare point of view, 40% of our world's population is in suboptimal health." - Ali Wing"What if we could give you a healthier way to satisfy your sweet tooth that is a game-changer for your body?" - Ali Wing

Today's Davisville involves Davis, food, the invention of new food products, and potentially good news for the environment, depending on how this idea develops. The topic is sweet proteins, a sugar alternative probably new to most of us, and Oobli, a Davis company using these proteins to create sweet teas and chocolates that just went on the market. Our guest is the company's co-founder and chief technology officer, Jason Ryder. He also teaches at UC Berkeley, where he earned a PhD in chemical engineering.

Ali Wing is the CEO of Oobli, a new line of food & beverage products sweetened with sweet proteins in place of sugar and traditional non-nutritive sweeteners that are ubiquitous on the market today. We discuss:  Ali's background in healthcare & CPG: How she became interested in this product/technology, the opportunity at the intersection of biotech and CPG food & beverage, and what makes Oobli a different company to work for vs. others throughout her career.  What are sweet proteins? A deep dive on this new biotechnology, commercial/chemical application, and the possibilities for use, including what makes them different vs. other types of sweeteners designed to mimic carbohydrate metabolism.   Brand storytelling: The challenges & breakthroughs Ali's experienced as CEO of Oobli in telling the story of the products and the technology behind them in ways that empower healthcare professionals and consumers to get curious about (and ultimately become brand champions of) Oobli.  Trend forecasting 2024: What does Ali think is new & next in food, beverage & biotech? What she's excited by, and what puts her to sleep when it comes to nutrition & wellness trends. 

Don't miss this conversation with the CEO of Oobli, Ali Wing. We discuss how Oobli is using sweet proteins to create sweets that won't compromise our health. Oobli is essentially the first company to launch products with sweet proteins — sweetness from protein that can replace up to 90% of sugar in most products.  In this episode, we discuss: What is the science behind sweet proteins? How are sweet proteins more sustainable than sugar? The history and bright future of sweet proteins. Resources from this Episode:  Visit Oobli.com For Your Free Six Pack Follow Oobli on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ooblisweetproteins/ Oobli Chocolate Bars: https://urlgeni.us/amzn/Chocbar Oobli Tea: https://urlgeni.us/amzn/OobliTea Train with Me in the Healthy By Heather Brown Membership: Start your 7 day free trial here! https://www.mylifewellloved.com/membership/ Shop my ebooks & products: https://www.mylifewellloved.com/product-category/digital-products/ My Amazon Storefront: https://urlgeni.us/amazon/HBstorefront Download my free resources & printables here: https://www.mylifewellloved.com/freebies/ Liquid Collagen & Modere Products: CODE HEATHER for $10 off: https://www.mylifewellloved.com/everyday-must-haves/ Follow Heather Join my email list: https://spring-pine-631.myflodesk.com/9347a138-077e-4c55-bf61-2137aeed89ea Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthybyheatherbrown/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HealthyByHeatherBrown Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/healthybyheatherbrown/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HealthyByHeatherBrown/videos LTK: https://www.shopltk.com/explore/HealthybyHeatherBrown Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healthybyheatherbrown Follow and Review We'd love for you to follow us if you haven't yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast.   

Would you like to know the secret to launching a successful business? Do you want to know how Ali transformed Oobli's dream into reality? In this episode, we'll reveal her journey and share with you valuable tips that will help you on your own entrepreneurial voyage. So join us as we uncover the untold stories of Ali Wing and discover how to build a successful business from the ground up that truly can change the world! Launching a new business should be an exciting journey, but its success hinges on your perseverance.Let's take a look at Ali Wing from Oobli. When they first started, they understood the importance of having fun while launching a business. However, they always kept their main focus in mind: transforming lifestyles and improving health worldwide. Their positive mindset and determination not only helped them overcome obstacles along the way but also turned those challenges into strengths that propelled them to create the very first sweet protein food. Come meet Ali as she navigates the early days of Oobli and take the necessary leaps to ensure customer acceptance. Discover how, despite initial difficulties, they managed to disrupt supply chains, value chains, and even consumer behavior.AWeber - free email marketing Grow, sell, and engage with your audience—simple email marketing in one place. Free trial.Search the whole Internet's podcasts Listen Notes, The Best Podcast Search Engine#1 Release Distribution Service Tell the World about Your Company with e-releases. $130 Off Newsmaker distribution.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showAm I adding value to you?If so - I'd like to ask you to support the show.In return, I will continue to bring massive value with two weekly shows, up to 3 hours per month of brilliant conversations and insights.Monthly subscriptions start at $3 per month. At $1 per hour, that's much less than the minimum wage, but we'll take what we can at this stage of the business.Of course, this is still free, but as an entrepreneur, the actual test of anything is if people are willing to pay for it.If I'm adding value to you, please support me by clicking the link now. Go ahead, make my day :)Support the show here.

On this episode, we dive into food and beverage innovation leveraging sweet proteins. Oobli CEO Ali Wing takes us into their innovative products that derive sweetness from sweet protein. There are proteins that have been isolated and explored for their sweet taste, these are all plant products that are non-carbohydrate sweeteners. Studies show that these proteins stimulate the human taste receptors but their mechanism of action is not fully understood. Ali is currently the CEO and director of Oobli, Inc., a food technology company leveraging precision fermentation to disrupt sugar. Prior to Oobli, Ali served as the Chief Consumer Officer of Bright Health Group, EVP of Digital/Chief Brand Officer at Ascena Retail Group, Founder/CEO/ Chairwoman of Giggle, an EIR for a variety of venture-backed consumer software & technology companies & a Corporate Securities Attorney in the Silicon Valley. Ali holds a dual JD / MBA from Northwestern University in Evanston, IL. Ali has completed Harvard Business School's 2020/2021 Corporate Governance Certificate Program & was recognized among Women's Inc. Top 100 Corporate Board of Directors in 2019. To learn more about Oobli, visit here: oobli.com This podcast is made possible by FoodNiche: A mission-driven company driving innovation towards a healthier food system through educative programming and strategic partnerships. Learn more at FoodNicher.com

Show Summary: “Sweet proteins are proteins; they just taste sweet like sugar. But the big difference is unlike sugar and alternative sweeteners, they don't spike your blood sugar and don't give you gut microbiome issues.”Imagine a world where you can enjoy the sweetness of food without worrying about the harmful effects of sugar. It may sound too good to be true, but today, we're diving into a groundbreaking solution that has the potential to revolutionize the way we approach sweetness. Joining us on the podcast today are Jason Ryder, CTO, co-founder, and brilliant biochemical engineer, and Ali Wing, the visionary CEO of Oobli, a pioneering food technology company. Together, they aim to redefine sweetness and transform the food and beverage industry using naturally sweet proteins.In this episode, we explore sweet proteins, how they help bend the global curve on diabetes and obesity, and their connection to positive impacting climate change.Indulgence doesn't have to come at the expense of your well-being. Learn how taste and health can go hand in hand by tuning in to Episode 84 of the Gutsy Health Podcast! Exceptional Highlights:Sweet proteins like Brazzein from the Oubli fruit in West Africa are 500 to 2,000 times sweeter than sucrose, heat-stable, highly soluble, and require only a minuscule amount to deliver the desired sweetness. Unlike sugars and some artificial sweeteners, they don't trigger insulin responses beyond the stomach and have no negative impact on the gut microbiome. Substituting sugar with these natural compounds can help control cravings, enhance nutritional value, and promote a feeling of fullness, offering a healthier way to enjoy sweetness.Show Highlights: 20:32 - Get to Know Ali Wing and Jason Ryder23:42 - The Story and Mission Behind Oobli and Revolutionizing Global Health 24:52 - Are These Nature's Secret Weapons Against Sugar?31:03 - How Sweet Proteins Can Help You Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth Without the Crash32:47 - Their Game-Changing Potential in Treating Diabetes and Metabolic Diseases35:21 - A Sustainable Alternative to Sugar and Its Positive Environmental Impact38:55 - Tackling Sugar Consumption, Climate, and Food Production Challenges45:11 - The Science Behind How They're Good for Your Gut and Your Brain47:00 - The Key Difference Between Sweet Proteins and Other Sweeteners49:36 - Future Clinical Studies: Ensuring Safety and Efficacy of These Natural CompoundsImportant Links: Gutsy Health Podcast IG - https://www.instagram.com/gutsyhealthpodcast/Gutsy Health Academy - https://www.mygutsyhealth.com/Connect with Ali Wing & Jason Ryder:Oobli - https://oobli.com/

I feel inspired after talking with Ali Wing, CEO of Oobli, on this week's Leaders on a Mission podcast. Oobli is on a mission to change the world with sweet proteins and has created a breakthrough precision fermentation platform to unlock the power of sweet proteins in foods. Ali shares her vision and mission for the company, discussing the future of sweet-tasting foods without the chronic disease and obesity associated with excess sugar consumption. Ali shares the insights from a varied career across the intersection of consumer goods, retail, and technology and shares the value in having experience from outside of the industry you are disrupting, as opposed to being an industry expert.

Have you ever heard of sweet proteins? If not, you're in for a treat, pun intended, as we dive into this topic with Jason Ryder, CTO and Co-Founder of Oobli, a food technology company building a new category of food and beverages based on naturally sweet proteins.You'll learn about sweet proteins, the science behind them, their health benefits, and where to find them. Jason will discuss sweet proteins' significance in our diet, how they will change the food industry, their health benefits, and how they're made.Jason had senior technological leadership roles at Amyris, Bolt Threads, and Hampton Creek / Eat JUST before Oobli. He received a B.S. and Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from the University of Alabama and the University of California at Berkeley, respectively. Jason became Adjunct Professor and Executive Director of the Master of Bioprocess Engineering (MBPE) program in the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at UC Berkeley in 2018.__________Click here to apply for coaching!__________[2:19] Interest and motivation in food technology and sweet proteins[6:16] The science of sweet proteins[10:24] Role and benefits of sweet proteins[14:21] Human propensity for sweetness and the added sugar dilemma[18:40] Health implications of sugar, artificial sweeteners, and sugar alcohols[20:28] Quantity of sweet proteins in products[27:41] Production process of sweet proteins[30:19] Challenges in scaling production and increasing awareness[33:27] Influence of academic role at UC Berkeley on his work[35:09] Impact of sweet proteins on the food industry[39:22] Addressing criticisms and skepticism[41:07] Excitement and future vision for the field of sweet proteins[42:10] Potential applications of sweet proteins in other foods and drinks[49:28] The question Jason wished Philip had asked[51:51] Where to learn more about Oobli[53:09] OutroEpisode resources:Website: Oobli Sweet TeasLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ooblifoods IG: @ooblisweetproteins Support the show

What hacks do busy people use to get lean? What is backloading carbs? Do you have to trick your body with different exercises? Nate Palmer - the creator of the Million Dollar Body Method has a TON of good ideas for entrepreneurs (busy, stressed out people) who want to get lean and stay lean.  Sign up for What's Up Wednesday Newsletter HERE -  https://seanmccormick.com/ EPISODE SPONSORS - BioProtien+ - Boost HGH Naturally - Get $30 off here code OPP AG1 - Drink AG1 - https://drinkag1.com/opp - get a FREE 1-yearsupply of Vitamin D AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase. I want my cake and eat it too. I'm always going to want chocolate from time to time. Knowing that there is an extremely low sugar chocolate that's high in fiber and uses fermetation process that's better for the planet than cane sugar...I'd like to know more.  You can find Oobli products here - use code OPTIMAL for 20% off.  In this episode we cover: Get his free ebook (no strings attached) here: getnatesbook.com In this episode we cover: •Using Low Carb Backloading to optimize carb consumption  •The most common reason people fail at getting lean •Why you don't have to have EVERYTHING perfect to get fit •How people disempower themselves and their fitness journey

Sign up for What's Up Wednesday Newsletter HERE -  https://seanmccormick.com/ EPISODE SPONSORS - BioProtien+ - Boost HGH Naturally - Get $30 off here code OPP AG1 - Drink AG1 - https://drinkag1.com/opp - get a FREE 1-yearsupply of Vitamin D AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase. I want my cake and eat it too. I'm always going to want chocolate from time to time. Knowing that there is an extremely low sugar chocolate that's high in fiber and uses fermetation process that's better for the planet than cane sugar...I'd like to know more.  You can find Oobli products here - use code OPTIMAL for 20% off.  In this episode we cover:   •How sweet, fermented proteins will replace sugar and artificial sweeteners • how sweet proteins won't spike your blood glucose •Sugar production is terrible for the planet •For the planet, the gut, your pallet, and your health

Ali Wing is the CEO of Oobli, a food-tech company that is aiming to introduce sweet proteins to everyone. Their mission is to make an impact on the world by introducing sweet proteins as a much healthier alternative. The sweet protein was derived from an Oubli plant found in West Africa and Southeast Asia, which inspired the name Oobli. There is a local story about this plant that produces fruits and berries that are so sweet that it will make you forget your mother's milk. As their CEO, Ali has a team of biologists, engineers, food-lovers, health advocates and environmentalists who believe sweetness should not only taste good, but do good, too.   This Episode is Sponsored By: Jon Ostenson, Founder of FranBridge Consulting and Top 1% US Franchise Consultant is here to help you explore the world of non-food franchising opportunities today. Jon and his team are part of the largest brokerage in the US and have vetted the market thoroughly. FranBridge is hands down the premier source of the best opportunities in the non-food franchising world. You can hear more of Jon's story and how he started FranBridge Consulting on Episode 250 of our podcast. Sign up for a free consultation call with Jon today at millionaire-interviews.com/franbridgeconsulting and receive a FREE copy of his new book Non-Food Franchising. Light Years Ahead is a woman-owned national PR firm focusing on emerging brands, exports, and services in the consumer lifestyle space. Based around the US, they specialize in maximizing media exposure for brands and exports, which can then create more sales, brand awareness, and influence buying decisions. The first five listeners of this show that schedule a call with Light Years Ahead to develop a PR campaign will receive $500 off their first month of services. You can email Megan at megan@lightyearsahead.com, go to their Instagram @LYAPR or check them out at: millionaire-interviews.com/lightyearsahead Pearl Diver is a cutting edge platform that provides in-depth visitor identification, enabling you to uncover valuable insight about your website visitors. By uncovering names, emails, company details, and more, Pearl Diver empowers you to turn anonymous traffic into high quality leads. To learn more, visit: millionaire-interviews.com/pearldiver   Want to Support the Show? Well we'd love for you to join our Patreon Group!  What's in it for you?  Well you'll instantly get a scheduled call from Austin, where he'll help you with your current or future business... Sign-Up Now at millionaire-interviews.com/patreon.

In this episode of Grow Everything, Karl and Erum are joined by Ali Wing, the founder of Oobli, a biotech consumer product ingredient company. As someone with a background in consumer products, Ali shares unique insights into how she approaches building a successful business. She emphasizes the importance of embracing failure and being adaptable in the face of challenges, and they also brainstorm creative marketing strategies for Oobli's sweet protein-based products. Ali's approach to entrepreneurship and biotech provides valuable lessons for anyone looking to start or grow a business in a technical field. Grow Everything brings to life the bioeconomy when hosts Karl Schmieder and Erum Azeez Khan share stories from the field and interview leaders and influencers in the space.  Life is a powerful force and it can be engineered. What are we creating? Learn more at ⁠www.messaginglab.com/groweverything⁠ Topics Covered: 00:0:00 NYC: Juggling Family, Travel, Heat 00:3:20 Spider Silk & Biotech Tragedies: Loss, Leather Alternatives 00:4:57 Economics Unraveled: Milo Production Halt Story 00:8:08 Power of Spokesmanship: Supporting Friends, Their Products 00:11:16 Replay: Ali Wing's Sweet Proteins, Functional Food Revolution! 00:15:15 Sweet Protein Solution: Sugar Consumption & Precision Fermentation 00:20:22 Sweetness Revolution: Sweet Proteins, Sugar Replacement, Food Industry Transformation 00:22:39 Low-sugar Chocolate Bars: Collaboration & Innovation 00:27:14 Food Tech Disruption: Ripping Apart the Baby Industry 00:30:36 Branded Category Creation: Novel Protein Sweet Introduction 00:34:13 Trust to Taste: Sweet Protein Industry Revolution by Protein Introductions 00:37:38 Willy Wonka Marketing: Unlocking Sweet Protein 00:38:48 Secret Sauce Unveiled: Synthetic Biology, Sweet Proteins 00:43:48 Behind the Scenes: Model Food System, Signature Chocolates 00:49:45 Learning Power in Biotech: Plant Proteins, Fermentation, Sugar 00:51:39 Collaboration Power: Technologists Partnerships for Success, Sustainability 00:53:25 Loon Shots: Innovation Book Redefining Company Structure Episode Links: Ali Wing on ⁠LinkedIn⁠ ⁠Oobli⁠ ⁠What are sweet proteins⁠ Bacterial Cellulose “Leather” Jacket by Ganni x Polybion Call or Text the Grow Everything Hotline:  +1 804-505-5553 Have a question or comment? Message us here: ⁠Instagram⁠ / ⁠TikTok⁠ / ⁠Twitter⁠ / ⁠LinkedIn⁠ / ⁠Youtube⁠ / ⁠GrowEverything website⁠ Email: groweverything@messaginglab.com Support here: ⁠Patreon⁠ Music by: Nihilore Production by: Amplafy Media --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/messaginglab/message

In this episode, we sit down with Benson Agbortogo, an investor, profit consultant, and author of The Business System That Never Fails. In addition to this, he is also the Founder and CEO of Consistent Profit Tree. Through his work, Benson is on a mission to help others generate consistent profit from a Biblical perspective. Born and raised in West Africa, Benson became a Christian in March of 1990. From there, he went on to become a missionary pastor – and this revealed to him the deep problem of poverty in his community. This prompted him to go to school in the U.S. to study business. Where did this path eventually lead? Join the conversation to find out… Offer: We all know we should be eating less sugar. But we're constantly bombarded with drinks and snacks loaded with refined sugar might not be as harmless as we thought. Enter Oobli, who JUST launched the world's first beverages to satisfy your sweet tooth with protein! Oobli gives brand new sweet iced teas with sugar-like sweetness without the impact to your health. Get 20% off your Oobli order with promo code GENIUS at oobli.com and try all three delicious, craft-brewed sweet iced teas: lemon, peach, and mango yuzu. Click play to learn about: Why so many children of God struggle with money. What the principles of growth of wealth are. The importance of perseverance and consistency. What can happen if entrepreneurs consult with the Holy Spirit. To connect with Benson and his work, visit this website now! Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C

Joining us today is Andrew Hammermeister, the Director of the Organic Agriculture Centre of Canada (OACC) and Associate Professor in the Faculty of Agriculture at Dalhousie University, Nova Scotia, Canada. He sits down to discuss his history in the field, and the lesser-known intricacies of organic farming. Dr. Hammermeister has worked with the OACC since 2002 and has been involved in the research of grain and vegetable cropping rotations/systems, soil amendments, low-till organic production, and more. What has he uncovered in his years of work as an expert in organic farming? Tune in now to find out… Offer: We all know we should be eating less sugar. But we're constantly bombarded with drinks and snacks loaded with refined sugar might not be as harmless as we thought. Enter Oobli, who JUST launched the world's first beverages to satisfy your sweet tooth with protein! Oobli gives brand new sweet iced teas with sugar-like sweetness without the impact to your health. Get 20% off your Oobli order with promo code GENIUS at oobli.com and try all three delicious, craft-brewed sweet iced teas: lemon, peach, and mango yuzu. In this conversation, we cover: What led Dr. Hammermeister's interest in organic agriculture research.  Common misconceptions connected with organic farming. What organic farmers are often criticized for. The key ecological approaches associated with organic gardening. To learn more about Dr. Hammermeister and his work, click here now! Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C

In this episode, we are joined by William Jeynes, a Professor of Education at California State University, Long Beach who has graduate degrees from both Harvard University and the University of Chicago.  Having written for both the George W. Bush and Obama administrations, Professor Jeynes is no stranger to the nature of education and politics. He sits down with us today to discuss his work, and the economic intricacies of the United States… Offer: We all know we should be eating less sugar. But we're constantly bombarded with drinks and snacks loaded with refined sugar might not be as harmless as we thought. Enter Oobli, who JUST launched the world's first beverages to satisfy your sweet tooth with protein! Oobli gives brand new sweet iced teas with sugar-like sweetness without the impact to your health. Get 20% off your Oobli order with promo code GENIUS at oobli.com and try all three delicious, craft-brewed sweet iced teas: lemon, peach, and mango yuzu.   Jump into the conversation now to discover: Professor Jeynes's experience working for the White House under multiple administrations.  The benefits of having a good relationship with both Republicans and Democrats.  How religion and education interact with each other. Factors that contribute to the success of students. Want to learn more about Professor Jeynes and his work? Click here now! Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C

How can you achieve success using psychological and creative strategies? Scott Cochrane joins the podcast to explain. With decades of experience in neuroscience and psychology, Scott is a growth acceleration adviser who helps people disrupt their thinking and transform bold ideas into tangible plans. Scott Cochrane is the author of Your Creative Mind: How to Disrupt Your Thinking, Abandon Your Comfort Zone, and Develop Bold New Strategies, a book that introduces readers to an entirely different approach to the creative process. By providing his audience with practical techniques, Scott is on a mission to encourage creative power and drive innovation for leaders all over the world… Offer: We all know we should be eating less sugar. But we're constantly bombarded with drinks and snacks loaded with refined sugar might not be as harmless as we thought. Enter Oobli, who JUST launched the world's first beverages to satisfy your sweet tooth with protein! Oobli gives brand new sweet iced teas with sugar-like sweetness without the impact to your health. Get 20% off your Oobli order with promo code GENIUS at oobli.com and try all three delicious, craft-brewed sweet iced teas: lemon, peach, and mango yuzu. Jump into the conversation now to learn about What “time machine leadership” is, and how it can develop success. How to visualize your future and manifest achievement. What a belief system is, and what it is built on. How Scott helps his clients overcome skepticism.  Want to find out more about Scott and his work? Click here now! Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C

In the most recent episode of The Influence Factor, Ali Wing, CEO of Oobli, joins Alessandro Bogliari, CEO & Co-Founder of The Influencer Marketing Factory. Together, they dig deeper into the fascinating world of the health industry, discussing everything from the inception of Oobli to the challenges faced, market insights, effective marketing strategies, and debunking sugar myths. 

Sharing the Christian message with others can be challenging, yet very rewarding. So how do Christian writers like Bob Walters navigate this responsibility? In this episode, we discuss the intricacies of the Christian faith – and the importance of meeting others where they're at… Bob became a baptized believer in Christ in the fall of 2001. Since then, he has devoted his time to writing, editing, serving, and teaching in the Christian community. His weekly column "Current in Carmel" has been inspiring readers since 2006. Here, he shares opinions, stories, and lessons from Christian perspectives. Offer: We all know we should be eating less sugar. But we're constantly bombarded with drinks and snacks loaded with refined sugar might not be as harmless as we thought. Enter Oobli, who JUST launched the world's first beverages to satisfy your sweet tooth with protein! Oobli gives brand new sweet iced teas with sugar-like sweetness without the impact to your health. Get 20% off your Oobli order with promo code GENIUS at oobli.com and try all three delicious, craft-brewed sweet iced teas: lemon, peach, and mango yuzu. In this episode, we talk about: Bob's background in the Christian faith.  The different ways that people read and interpret the Bible.  The power that truth holds in faith. The role that covenants play in the Biblical narrative. To find out more about Bob and his work, click here now! Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C

In this episode, we discuss the intricacies of plant genetics and microbiome science with Dr. Maggie Wagner. Dr. Wagner is an Assistant Professor and Assistant Scientist in the Department of Ecology & Evolutionary Biology at the University of Kansas. Here, she focuses her research on the genetic basis of plants' interactions with their environment in both natural and agricultural systems.  Dr. Wagner has extensive training in quantitative genetics and evolutionary ecology, and she uses this knowledge to study the relationships between plant genotypes, phenotypes, and microbiomes. With the data she gathers, Dr. Wagner dedicates her energy towards the improvement of crops and wild plants that are actively facing environmental challenges… Offer: We all know we should be eating less sugar. But we're constantly bombarded with drinks and snacks loaded with refined sugar might not be as harmless as we thought. Enter Oobli, who JUST launched the world's first beverages to satisfy your sweet tooth with protein! Oobli gives brand new sweet iced teas with sugar-like sweetness without the impact to your health. Get 20% off your Oobli order with promo code GENIUS at oobli.com and try all three delicious, craft-brewed sweet iced teas: lemon, peach, and mango yuzu. Join us now to discover: The relationship between plant genetics and microbiomes. How the microbiome in plants corresponds with their parts. The role beneficial microbes play in plant health. How the microbiome of maygrasses change before and after hybridization.  To learn more about Dr. Wagner and her work, click here now! Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C

Gary Conley, the Chief Scientist at 2NDNATURE, joins the podcast to discuss how he uses his expertise in hydrology, pollution dynamics, and applied math to tackle water pollution problems. With a goal of improving watershed stewardship and reducing the cost of clean water in US communities, Gary draws from nearly 20 years of experience in his field to mitigate the challenges of water pollution… 2NDNATURE is a company that designs and builds software to simplify stormwater resource management, planning, and reporting. Want to know how 2NDNATURE is helping the water quality in US communities? Listen now to learn for yourself! Offer: We all know we should be eating less sugar. But we're constantly bombarded with drinks and snacks loaded with refined sugar might not be as harmless as we thought. Enter Oobli, who JUST launched the world's first beverages to satisfy your sweet tooth with protein! Oobli gives brand new sweet iced teas with sugar-like sweetness without the impact to your health. Get 20% off your Oobli order with promo code GENIUS at oobli.com and try all three delicious, craft-brewed sweet iced teas: lemon, peach, and mango yuzu. In this episode, we cover: Where water pollution typically occurs. The state of our water quality in US municipalities. The metrics used to measure water quality. The benefits of limiting urban runoff. To discover more about 2NDNATURE and their work, visit www.2ndnaturewater.com now! Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C

Energy and food production is constantly evolving, and as resources seem to dwindle, experts are looking at alternative approaches to a multitude of ecological issues. Joining us today to discuss his perspective on this matter is Rob Avis, an expert in renewable energy and regenerative design. Rob is the Owner, Lead Instructor, and Engineer at Verge Permaculture – an internationally-recognized and award-winning regenerative design, consulting, and education center. With a background in the oil and gas industry, Rob saw the need for a global mindset shift. Now he is focused on creating cultivated ecosystems that provide food and other crucial resources… Offer: We all know we should be eating less sugar. But we're constantly bombarded with drinks and snacks loaded with refined sugar might not be as harmless as we thought. Enter Oobli, who JUST launched the world's first beverages to satisfy your sweet tooth with protein! Oobli gives brand new sweet iced teas with sugar-like sweetness without the impact to your health. Get 20% off your Oobli order with promo code GENIUS at oobli.com and try all three delicious, craft-brewed sweet iced teas: lemon, peach, and mango yuzu. Jump in now to explore: What inspired Rob to pursue permaculture. The importance of using energy more efficiently.  The reality of our society's energy consumption. Want to find out more about Rob and his work? Click here now! Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C

Glucose is in a vast array of the food we eat. From fruit to sweet corn, these types of foods can be a healthy part of our diets – in moderation. So what happens when we ingest too much glucose? Dr. Richard Jacoby, one of the country's leading peripheral nerve surgeons, joins us to explain… Dr. Jacoby is the author of Sugar Crush: How to Reduce Inflammation, Reverse Nerve Damage, and Reclaim Good Health, a book that outlines the link between sugar, inflammation, and a host of preventable chronic diseases. Drawing from his extensive background in medicine, he is on a mission to help people take control of their own health.  What makes Dr. Jacoby's perspective on health and wellness so unique? Click play to find out!  Offer: We all know we should be eating less sugar. But we're constantly bombarded with drinks and snacks loaded with refined sugar might not be as harmless as we thought. Enter Oobli, who JUST launched the world's first beverages to satisfy your sweet tooth with protein! Oobli gives brand new sweet iced teas with sugar-like sweetness without the impact to your health. Get 20% off your Oobli order with promo code GENIUS at oobli.com and try all three delicious, craft-brewed sweet iced teas: lemon, peach, and mango yuzu. In this episode, we cover: The importance of maintaining a balanced and healthy diet.  Why there's been an increase in diabetes and diabetic neuropathy. How the autonomic nervous system interacts with sugar.  The link between glucose intake and inflammation. The role big pharma plays in scientific research and public health.   Want to learn more about Dr. Jacoby and his work? You can visit his website here!  Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C

In this episode, we sit down with Ali Wing and Dr. Jason Ryder. Both guests are from a company called Oobli, where Ali serves as CEO, and Jason as the CTO and Co-Founder. Oobli is a company on a mission to solve society's sugar problem. By deriving sweet proteins from fruits, they use breakthrough technology to provide sweet lovers with a healthy alternative to sugar. Oobli wants to make its products scalable, accessible, and affordable. Given that we're all hardwired to crave sweets, sweet proteins could play a major role in bending the global health curve. So where does Oobli fit into all of this? Join the conversation now to see for yourself… Offer: We all know we should be eating less sugar. But we're constantly bombarded with drinks and snacks loaded with refined sugar might not be as harmless as we thought. Enter Oobli, who JUST launched the world's first beverages to satisfy your sweet tooth with protein! Oobli gives brand new sweet iced teas with sugar-like sweetness without the impact to your health. Get 20% off your Oobli order with promo code GENIUS at oobli.com and try all three delicious, craft-brewed sweet iced teas: lemon, peach, and mango yuzu. Click play to discover: What sweet proteins are, and why we're just now learning about them. The effects of sweet proteins on blood sugar and gut microbiome. Oobli products that aim to replace foods with added sugar.  What “hidden sugars" are, and where to look for them. Want to learn more about Oobli? Click here now! Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C

Ali Wing, CEO of Oobli, takes us on a fascinating deep dive into the world of “sweet proteins”. Oobli is commercializing this ingredient and she shares all about how this new ingredient is the ingredient of the future. Plus we learn all about the Oobli chocolate bars and what's in store for the future. We hear all about their company mission as well as how they are making this business happen. I am certain you will be inspired by what Ali has to share. This episode is exciting and filled with a ton of inspiration and takeaways you won't want to miss! On this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow. Enjoying this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow? Let me know by clicking on the links below and sending me a quick shout-out on social. Or reach out to me at karagoldin@gmail.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/karagoldin/ https://www.instagram.com/karagoldin/ https://twitter.com/karagoldin https://www.facebook.com/KaraGoldin/ Check out our website to view this episode's show notes: https://karagoldin.com/podcast/396 To learn more about Ali Wing and Oobli: https://www.instagram.com/ooblisweetproteins/ https://twitter.com/aliwing https://www.linkedin.com/in/aliwing/ https://oobli.com/

In this episode of Grow Everything, Karl and Erum are joined by Ali Wing, the founder of Oobli, a biotech consumer product ingredient company. As someone with a background in consumer products, Ali shares unique insights into how she approaches building a successful business. She emphasizes the importance of embracing failure and being adaptable in the face of challenges, and they also brainstorm creative marketing strategies for Oobli's sweet protein-based products. Ali's approach to entrepreneurship and biotech provides valuable lessons for anyone looking to start or grow a business in a technical field. Grow Everything brings to life the bioeconomy when hosts Karl Schmieder and Erum Azeez Khan share stories from the field and interview leaders and influencers in the space.  Life is a powerful force and it can be engineered. What are we creating? Learn more at www.messaginglab.com/groweverything Topics Covered: 00:00:00: Biotech and food as medicine 00:03:56: Need for positive biotech stories in media 00:06:07: Skin bacteria engineered to fight cancer: biotech breakthrough 00:11:23: Introduction of Ali Wing, CEO of Oobli 00:15:31: Replacing sugar with fiber in a protein-loaded chocolate bar 00:19:12: Reducing sugar in sugary drinks 00:25:40: Fast failing and building relationships in biotech 00:29:09: Importance of starting with protein in food products 00:32:17: Education and biotech forwardness for Uber's disruption journey 00:37:20: Willy Wonka type Golden Ticket marketing campaign 00:40:03: Transforming sugar's role beyond sweetener 00:44:24: Sugar and fermentation in creating healthier food alternatives 00:46:31: The complicated intersection of food and healthcare 00:49:29: Importance of learning and reading in innovation and industry 00:54:54: Ali Wing's leadership and expertise in growing companies Episode Links: Ali Wing on LinkedIn Oobli What are sweet proteins Call or Text the Grow Everything Hotline:  +1 804-505-5553 Have a question or comment? Message us here: Instagram / TikTok / Twitter / LinkedIn / Youtube / GrowEverything website Email: groweverything@messaginglab.com Support here: Patreon Music by: Nihilore Production by: Amplafy Media --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/messaginglab/message

Hey Climate Confident listeners, in this fascinating episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Ali Wing, CEO of Oobli, about the incredible potential of sweet proteins to revolutionize our diets while reducing the climate impact of our food choices.During our conversation, we delved into how Oobli is harnessing the power of precision fermentation to create sugar alternatives that are zero-calorie, perfect for diabetics, and boast a much smaller environmental footprint than traditional sugar production. Ali shares insights into the rigorous R&D process behind Oobli's first-generation products, and how they're working to bring their innovations to markets around the world.We also touched on the broader climate benefits of sweet proteins, from reducing emissions in the food industry to promoting more sustainable food choices. Ali gave us a sneak peek into Oobli's upcoming product releases, including their fruity sweet teas – a category with immense potential for reducing sugar consumption and addressing global health challenges like obesity and diabetes.Finally, Ali shared her thoughts on the burgeoning food tech space, and how companies like Oobli are contributing to a cleaner, healthier, and more climate-resilient future. If you're curious about the world of sweet proteins, how they can transform our food system, and their role in mitigating climate change, you won't want to miss this episode!Remember to check out Oobli's website at oobli.com, and sign up to stay in the know about their latest product releases, partner collaborations, and global expansion. For those eager to learn more about sweet proteins, make sure to visit their blog for a comprehensive Sweet Proteins 101 overview.Thanks for listening, (or watching, if you checked out this episode on YouTube) and as always, stay Climate Confident!Podcast supportersI'd like to sincerely thank this podcast's generous supporters: Lorcan Sheehan Hal Good Jerry Sweeney Christophe Kottelat Andreas Werner And remember you too can Support the Podcast - it is really easy and hugely important as it will enable me to continue to create more excellent Climate Confident episodes like this one.ContactIf you have any comments/suggestions or questions for the podcast - get in touch via direct message on Twitter/LinkedIn. If you liked this show, please don't forget to rate and/or review it. It makes a big difference to help new people discover the show. CreditsMusic credit - Intro and Outro music for this podcast was composed, played, and produced by my daughter Luna JuniperThanks for listening, and remember, stay healthy, stay safe, stay sane!

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Is Sugar by Another Name Just as Sweet? Ali Wing and Oobli Are Fermenting Their Way to a Sweet Protein Future We all know that eating too much sugar isn't good for us, but millions of years of evolution led us to love sweet foods. After all, they provide us with a quick boost of energy needed in an ancestral environment where we were largely active throughout the day. Of course, today most people in the developed world are far from being active all day, yet we still crave sugar and eat it in an abundance far greater than what was available to our distant ancestors from whom we descend. There've been plenty of attempts to create sweetness without the negative effects that go along with eating the refined sugars we seem to love so much. From older products like aspartame to newer ones like stevia or allulose, a pot of gold awaits those who can help humanity satiate our sweet tooth without contributing to the health crises we now face. To that end, we're talking today with Oobli CEO Ali Wing about her company's efforts to commercialize the world's first sweet proteins. Yes, you read that right: sweet proteins. In 2022 Oobli closed a $25 million Series B round, bringing the company's total fundraising to date to $40 million.  So, how do they create sweet proteins? As you'll hear Ali describe in this episode, some plants naturally produce proteins that happen to be sweet as an evolutionary trick. It'd be difficult to mass produce those plants, but via microbial fermentation, Oobli has figured out how to produce the bioidentical proteins themselves.  I had the pleasure of enjoying some of Oobli's pre-market products and I certainly couldn't tell the difference myself. I was especially excited to try the company's chocolate bar which tastes as sweet as a full-sugar bar, but with 70 percent less sugar.  It's an exciting way to sweeten the food industry without turning our health sour. I think you'll enjoy hearing Ali tell you the story of how she and her team intend to make your life, and your health, a little bit sweeter. Discussed in this episode Paul recommends Sugar: A Bittersweet History by Elizabeth Abbott Ali recommends Loonshots by Safi Bahcall Ali also recommends John Doerr's books Ali mentions this study about the metabolic impacts of alt-sugars More about Ali Wing A growth CEO, Ali is best known for tackling big consumer problems, brand strategy & building high performing, agile teams. Specializing at the intersection of consumer brands, technology & healthy living, Ali's value creation track record crosses CPG, retail, technology, healthcare & biotech.  Ali is currently the CEO & Director of Oobli, Inc., a food technology company leveraging precision fermentation to disrupt sugar. Prior to Oobli, Ali served as the Chief Consumer Officer of Bright Health Group, EVP of Digital/Chief Brand Officer at Ascena Retail Group, Founder/CEO/ Chairwoman of giggle, an EIR for a variety of venture-backed consumer software & technology companies & a Corporate Securities Attorney in the Silicon Valley.  Ali launched her career at NIKE in brand leadership & strategy. In addition to her operating role at Oobli, Ali currently serves as an independent director on the boards of Casey's General Stores (NASDAQ: CASY) & Worldwide Orphans (WWO), & acts as an advisor to several growth technology companies.  Previously Ali served as an independent director for Bazaarvoice (NASDAQ: BV) until it was sold to Marlin Equity in early 2018. Ali lives in the California with her husband, has an only son in college & holds a dual JD / MBA from Northwestern University in Evanston, IL.  Ali has completed Harvard Business School's 2020/2021 Corporate Governance Certificate Program & was recognized among Women's Inc Top 100 Corporate Board of Directors in 2019.