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When Kimberlee Duval arrived at Cymbiotika, the wellness company was preparing a leap few bootstrapped brands attempt—moving from direct-to-consumer to retail shelves. “Our two owners, Charlene and Shahab, have done everything direct,” she tells us. “They wanted to build an organization for the long term.” That resolve led the company to take on debt rather than private-equity money to fund its Sprouts launch in 2024. The risk paid off: Sprouts highlighted Cymbiotika's success in its quarterly earnings release, proof that intentional growth can outperform speed.Now, with products heading to 1,988 Target stores, Duval's finance team is focused on scaling without losing clarity. “We restructured the finance function to align with that growth strategy,” she tells us, pointing to centralized operations in NetSuite, expanded FP&A and cost accounting capabilities, and the creation of clear SOPs. Technology, she believes, is the enabler that keeps teams lean and insights sharp.“There's no reason to segregate between the groups,” she explains, describing her cross-channel approach to e-commerce and retail finance. AI tools and automated workflows now handle much of the transactional load, freeing her people to focus on analysis and collaboration.At the heart of her leadership philosophy is unity. “We're a team … with a common purpose and a common goal,” Duval tells us. That ethos—pairing disciplined systems with shared intent—continues to shape Cymbiotika's transformation from a digital wellness brand into a multichannel movement for intentional living.

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Jane Jansen, a natural and holistic practitioner from the Tree of Life Wellness Center in Massachusetts, on the importance of the microbiome, particularly the role of probiotics, in maintaining health.

Jane Jansen, a natural and holistic practitioner from the Tree of Life Wellness Center in Massachusetts, focuses on the importance of the microbiome, particularly the role of probiotics, in maintaining health at all life stages. They explore the benefits of specific probiotic strains, the impact of prebiotics and postbiotics, and the use of Dr. Ohhira's Probiotics. Topics also include the relationship between the microbiome and mental health, the implications of commonly used medications like Tylenol on gut health, and practical advice for maintaining a healthy gut during travel and holiday seasons.

On this episode of “The Liz Wheeler Show,” Liz blasts Maryland District Judge Deborah Boardman for giving Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh's transgender would-be assassin, Nicholas Roske, a light prison sentence. Boardman appears to have made this decision based on political ideology rather than justice. SPONSORS: ALL FAMILY PHARMACY: Because you're part of this movement, use code LIZ10 at checkout for an exclusive discount. Check out https://allfamilypharmacy.com/LIZ, code: LIZ10. MASA CHIPS: Go to http://www.MASAChips.com/LIZWHEELER and use code “LIZWHEELER” for 25% off your first order. Don't feel like ordering online? That's fine; MASA is now available nationwide at your local Sprouts supermarket. CROWD HEALTH: Join CrowdHealth to get started today for $99 for your first three months, using code “LIZ” at http://www.JoinCrowdHealth.com. CrowdHealth is not insurance. Opt Out, take your power back – this is how we win. -- Get the full audio show on all major podcast platforms: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-liz-wheeler-show/id1567701295 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4LhlHfocr5gMnLj4l573iI iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-liz-wheeler-show-82737301/ Subscribe to The Liz Wheeler Show newsletter: https://lizwheeler.com/email Get VIP access to The Liz Wheeler Show on Locals: https://lizwheeler.locals.com/. Stay in touch with Liz on social media: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lizwheeler Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OfficialLizWheeler Twitter: https://twitter.com/Liz_Wheeler Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/OfficialLizWheeler Rumble: https://rumble.com/LizWheeler Website: https://lizwheeler.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's episode Wade and Gavin will chat with Steve Black. Steve has over 46 years of retailing experience with executive leadership at Sunflower, Henry's, Sprouts, Lucky's, and Rouses Markets (where he was President and COO). Steve is also an Author, "Rules for Success" which helps readers achieve or visualize success through habits by setting goals, being disciplined, positive and persistent. Steve has been a part of so many career defining experiences through acquisitions, managing talent, leading companies, building foundations, elevating people and so much more. If you have any questions for Steve - show up, comment questions below, like, & share!Steve's website: https://abrighterday.life/

This segment from the Omni Talk Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Ocampo Capital, Infios, and Quorso, covers Sprouts Farmers Market's announcement to open 20 in-store Klatch Coffee cafes across Southern California. Anne explains why this move is perfectly aligned with Sprouts' destination shopping experience... customers who visit Sprouts are in a different mindset, taking time to discover new products and consult with specialized staff. Adding locally-sourced, independent brand coffee creates an elevated experience similar to getting champagne at a department store. Chris highlights that Sprouts has massive "dry powder" for growth: they're only in 24 states, just launched their loyalty program, operate an optimized smaller store format, and now add coffee shops as another traffic driver. When shoppers linger with coffee, basket sizes increase... making this a savvy operations play.

This segment from the Omni Talk Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Ocampo Capital, Infios, and Quorso, examines Amazon's decision to close all 19 Fresh grocery stores in the UK. Chris argues this confirms that grocery is incredibly hard to disrupt and that Amazon can't win on freshness, price, or experience without the necessary scale. He predicts Amazon Fresh in the US is "dead on arrival" and questions whether Amazon is making similar mistakes with Whole Foods by moving away from the "Whole Paycheck" premium positioning. Anne agrees that competitors like Sprouts, Lidl, and Aldi are beating Amazon at their own game with better distribution, fresher products, and lower prices. However, both hosts wonder if Amazon's pivot to online grocery could eventually win in a future where automated fulfillment becomes cheaper than in-store operations.

You guys… this episode is a full-on Dallas DICTIONARY. I sat down with the queen of recs herself — Courtney Stensland aka @StensInTheCity — and we covered literally everything you need to know about where to eat, drink, date, and accidentally run into your ex in this city.We're talking:

Broccoli sprouts don't have the food safety risks of alfalfa sprouts.

Hurray's Girl Beer isn't just another craft brand. It's a calculated rebellion against an industry stuck in the past. In this episode, Hurray's founder Ray Biebuyck joins Taste Radio editor Ray Latif and Brewbound managing editor Jess Infante to share her vision for a beer brand that doesn't just challenge convention, it openly mocks it. Witty, unapologetic, and intentionally unorthodox, Hurray's markets flavored light beers, including Pineapple Yuzu and Blueberry Lavender varieties, crafted not to honor tradition, but to disrupt it. The brand's satirical, female-forward positioning flips the script in a category that has long overlooked nearly a third of its audience: women. Ray discusses how Hurray's draws more from stand-up comedy than legacy brewing playbooks, using humor and irreverence as tools for connection, and conversion. She also reveals how this disruptive approach is translating into real-world traction, with Hurray's on track to reach over 3,000 retail locations, including Whole Foods, Trader Joe's, BevMo, Total Wine, Sprouts, and Walmart, by Q1 2026. Show notes: 0:25: Interview: Ray Biebuyck, Founder & CEO, Hurray's Girl Beer – Ray traces her roots back to New England and her early career in the corporate world, with stints at J.P. Morgan and WeWork after graduating from college in New York City. She discussed how, at the onset of the pandemic, she stepped in to support operations for a local beverage alcohol brand and recognized a gap in the market: a disconnect between male-dominated beer branding and female consumers. Ray eventually launched Hurray's Girl Beer in 2024 and shares the uphill journey of pitching a new beer brand in a male-dominated, slowing market, and how she carved out a niche by courting an underserved audience. She recalls self-distributing cases out of a Toyota Camry to landing shelf space in 200 retail doors across Los Angeles and Orange County and how Girl Beer secured distribution at Whole Foods, BevMo, and Total Wine. Ray also details the pivotal relationship with an Anheuser-Busch-aligned distributor, which accelerated growth and expanded reach and why she believes the brand is on track for a breakout year in 2026. Brands in this episode: Hurray's Girl Beer, Shacksbury Cider, Woodchuck Cider, Magic Hat, Ben & Jerry's, Seventh Generation, Green Mountain Coffee, Poppi, Olipop, Liquid Death, Garage Beer, Surfside, Budweiser, Bud Light, Golden Road, Elysian, Busch, Heineken, White Claw, Truly, Bud Light Seltzer, Michelob Ultra, Friday Beers

Albertsons closes the self-checkout lanes at five Vons and Albertsons. Sprouts Farmers Market plans to open 20 Klatch Coffee cafes in its stores across Southern California. And the deals are coming Monday for National Coffee Day.

What happens when a financial advisor on the brink of bodily collapse discovers the real roots of health and healing?Tim James — founder of Chemical Free Body — went from overweight, exhausted, and inflamed to radically vibrant and thriving. In this candid conversation, we unpack his healing journey, the truth about parasites, detoxing, and the toxicity threatening to degrade our body vessels, plus practical steps to take back our health — naturally.Watch on Odysee. Listen on Progressive Radio Network and podcast platforms everywhere.Part 2:danikatz.locals.comwww.patreon.com/danikatzAll things Dani, including books, courses, coaching + consulting:www.danikatz.comPlus, schwag:danikatz.threadless.comStock up on Chemical Free Body here:https://www.chemicalfreebody.com/DANI28299Show notes:• Tim's backstory: from finance to health advocate after a life-threatening health crisis• Dental health, cavitations, and hidden oral infections as a root cause of illness• Parasites + heavy metals: how they protect each other and undermine immunity• Structured water and why hydration is more than just drinking water• Sprouts, wheatgrass, and the overlooked “fountain of youth” foods• Green juice, oxalates, and the truth about leafy greens• Flax water, chia, and fenugreek as natural gut healers• Tim's journey to Chemical Free Body and high-integrity formulations• Problems with most supplements: toxic fillers and industry corruption• Garlic poultices, colloidal vs. nano silver, and natural medicine wins• The spiritual side of healing: raising frequency, reconnecting to nature• Lessons from hospice care, cancer healing, and seeing illness as a wake-up call

268: Diana Rodgers is behind the Sustainable Dish Instagram account and the hugely popular book and documentary, Sacred Cow. In this conversation, she's addressing why meat is actually good for you (despite what you may have heard). There's a lot of nuance, and Diana does an incredible job at breaking down the science to explain once and for all why plant-based diets aren't always better for our bodies or the planet. Topics Discussed: → How managed grazing helps the land and animals  → Dangers of monocropping → Why there's no such thing as a bloodless diet  → Why veganism is a diet of privilege  → The propaganda behind ‘Meatless Mondays'  → A diet that actually helps the planet  Sponsored By: → LMNT | Get a free 8-count Sample Pack of LMNT's most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase at https://www.drinklmnt.com/realfoodology. Find your favorite LMNT flavor, or share with a friend!  → Timeline | Timeline is offering 10% off your order of Mitopure. Go to https://www.timeline.com/REALFOODOLOGY. → CURED | Get an exclusive 20%-off discount when you use code REALFOODOLOGY at checkout. Visit https://www.curednutrition.com/realfoodology and subscribe for Night Caps today to never miss a solid night's sleep.  → Clearstem | Go to https://www.clearstem.com/REALFOODOLOGY and use code REALFOODOLOGY at checkout for 15% off your first order. → MASA | Visit https://www.MASAChips.com/Realfoodology and use code Realfoodology for 25% off your first order. You can also find them nationwide at your local Sprouts supermarket starting October!  → Puori | Feel the difference for yourself, go to https://www.puori.com/REALFOODOLOGY and use the code REALFOODOLOGY at checkout for 20% off.  Timestamps:  → 00:00:00 - Introduction  → 00:04:32 - Truth About Meat  → 00:10:14 - Regenerative Farming + Managed Grazing  → 00:23:17 - Grass-fed vs. Typical Beef  → 00:27:09 - Bloodless Diets Don't Exist  → 00:34:32 - Is Plant Based Really Better? → 00:48:25 - Methane: Cows vs. Cars   → 00:54:56 - Going Meatless + Meatless Monday  → 00:57:00 - Recommended Diets  → 01:00:12 - Supporting Regenerative Farming  → 01:03:39 - Sacred Cow: Book + Film  → 01:05:25 - Diana's Health Non-Negotiables  Show Links: → Sacred Cow: The Case for Better Meat | Book  → Sacred Cow | Documentary  → Sustainable Dish | Podcast  → Global Food Justice Alliance  → Heifer International  → Local Harvest → Eat Wild  Check Out: → Diana Rodgers   Check Out Courtney:  →  LEAVE US A VOICE MESSAGE →  Check Out My new FREE Grocery Guide! →  @realfoodology →  www.realfoodology.com →  My Immune Supplement by 2x4 →  Air Dr Air Purifier →  AquaTru Water Filter →  EWG Tap Water Database Produced By: Drake Peterson

Something Crazy Happened Before Our Food Drive AppearanceMarcus takes me to the nicest places. Before our appearance at Sprouts, we checked out Dino's for lunch, then Marcus wanted to take us to a dive bar. We are decked in 49er gear and it is a Raider bar. The men were mostly hammered, but cool. It didn't get crazy until a wee drunk man started massaging every one at the bar, including yours truly. Let's just say Marcus put the hammer down and some other guys physically removed him after he touched an older female. Good times.Frugal Tips People Swear By On Buzzfeed"Our prepaid cellphone plan saves us $100 a month from what we were paying.""Using the public library. Many now offer free streaming services, audiobooks, and ebooks.""Using actual dish towels instead of paper towels.""Shop from your pantry first, and sales flyers second. Plan the menu around what you have already and what's on sale rather than what you want to eat any given week.""Buying things second-hand from Facebook Marketplace.""Pay yourself first. This is the only way to ensure you will have money at retirement. Take money out of your check, or have your employer do this.""Ordering groceries online. I'm guilty of impulse buys, and simply ordering groceries for pickup saves me $20+ each time."Party Evite "Maybe"Marcus had a duel birthday party this past weekend and we are trying to decipher what is more frustrating: someone responds "yes," but doesn't show up. They reply "no," but show up. Or they click "maybe," and never give a definitive answer. We are thinking they just need to remove the "maybe" option.Second Date UpdateDamon said his dinner with Kendra was the best he'd had in months. They met on Hinge. He bragged that she was beautiful, funny, and didn't seem fazed when he suggested dessert after. He thought that was a good sign. She wasn't in a hurry to leave. Damon told us he couldn't wait to see her again.

They poisoned a generation and called it breakfast. In this explosive episode, Dr. Josh Axe sits down with activist and author Vani Hari to expose what chemical companies and food giants have hidden for decades—from PFAS in your cookware to brain disrupting dyes in your child's snacks. You'll hear what really went down inside the White House and FDA meetings, why this moment could change the way America eats forever, and how to protect your family starting now. Watch The Dr. Josh Axe Show every Monday & Thursday on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drjoshaxe

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Joining us today is Jane Jansen, a Natural & Holistic Practitioner at The Tree of Life Wellness Center in Massachusetts. Jane has the unique perspective as a medical professional who, prior to becoming a natural & holistic practitioner, spent years in Radiology and Ultrasound doing research and performing tests on patients with varying types of health problems. Jane joins us today to discuss why probiotics are important at all stages of our lives.Our ancestors tended not to have modern-day 21st Century digestive issues because they ingested naturally fermented foods that, as we know today, produced probiotics & postbiotics. The challenge in today's “fast-food & processed food” world is that we do not eat a lot of naturally fermented foods like our ancestors.Our ancestors, from early times to the early 1900's, ingested more fruits and vegetables, as well as other natural foods that had fermented overtime preserving their food supply. For instance, milk could become yogurt or buttermilk; vegetables could become sauerkraut, pickles, or kimchee. Soybeans could become miso, tofu, or tempeh. By-the-way, we can still use these foods to incorporate probiotics from food naturally into our diets.But our modern food industry is largely based on a fast-food culture and processed foods which are lacking in healthful fermentation of fruits and vegetables which naturally produce probiotics and more importantly, postbiotics. Postbiotic metabolites is the term that refers to the wide range of health-regulating compounds that the good bacteria produce and secrete in the intestinal tract (primarily in the colon) when they digest and ferment the fiber content in the foods we eat. Everyone is born with a miniature microbiome (eco system) inside the intestines. This ecosystem is populated by trillions of microscopic organisms which include over a thousand species of bacteria, as well as viruses, fungi, and parasites. Most are good, some are bad.As you grow, your gut microbiome begins to diversify into many different types of microbial species. This eco system affects the whole body by controlling the digestion of food, immune system regulation, central nervous system, brain health and other bodily functions as well as keeping guard against harmful invaders.Dr. Ohhira's Probiotics are available at Natural Grocers, Sprouts, and other natural health retailers across the U.S. Also available online. Visit www.essentialformulas.com to find a retailer near you

Subscribe to DTC Newsletter - https://dtcnews.link/signupWhen we first spoke to Michael Fisher, Rotten had just launched a single product online. Now, the brand is stocked in 1,000+ retail locations including Zumiez, Safeway, Sprouts, and Hy‑Vee. In this follow-up episode, we unpack exactly how Rotten scaled while preserving product quality, unique branding, and a lean team.This episode dives into:Building a better-for-you candy that actually tastes great (60% less sugar, no synthetic dyes)How Rotten validated demand and used Kickstarter as a test labWhat Michael learned about launching in retail through shippers and “in‑and‑out” placementsWhy brand IP and world-building (Dr. Rotten, Frankie Freak) is key to long-term valueReal talk on packaging sustainability, operational scaling, and team-buildingYou'll learn tactical insights on:How to evaluate retail partners and assert boundariesWhat content drives impulse candy purchases on TikTok ShopUsing surveys to prove incremental retail value without buying expensive syndicated dataBalancing DTC bleed-in and retail velocityCreating a brand that stops people in the aisle and onlineRotten's growth is a masterclass in starting lean, staying weird, and scaling smart. Don't miss it.Timestamps00:00 Rotten's Growth Journey and TikTok Shop Strategy02:00 Launching Gummy Crunchies and Multi-Texture Candy Trends04:00 Retail Expansion: From Zumiez to Hy-Vee06:00 Shippers, In-and-Outs, and Driving Off-Shelf Sales08:00 Better-for-You Candy Positioning and Merch Strategy10:00 Building the Rotten Brand World and Characters12:00 Halloween Marketing and Seasonal Retail Momentum14:00 Setting Boundaries with Retailers and Sampling Strategy16:00 TikTok Shop Flywheel and Content That Converts18:00 Measuring Retail Pickup and The Digital Bleed Effect20:00 Using DTC Data to Win Retail Buyers22:00 Scaling Challenges, Team Growth, and Culture24:00 Aggressive Growth Goals, Profitability, and New DoorsHashtags#DTC #Podcast #Ecommerce #CPG #CandyBrand #TikTokShop #RetailStrategy #ScalingBrands #MarketingPodcast #ConsumerBrands Subscribe to DTC Newsletter - https://dtcnews.link/signupAdvertise on DTC - https://dtcnews.link/advertiseWork with Pilothouse - https://dtcnews.link/pilothouseFollow us on Instagram & Twitter - @dtcnewsletterWatch this interview on YouTube - https://dtcnews.link/video

Matters Microbial #107: Listeria Sprouting Hysteria? September 11, 2025 Today, Dr. Lisa Gorski, a microbiologist and food safety consultant recently retired from the US Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service, joins the #QualityQuorum to discuss the facts about the disease causing bacterium named Listeria. We will learn about the organism, the disease listeriosis, and food safety. Host: Mark O. Martin Guest: Lisa Gorski Subscribe: Apple Podcasts, Spotify Become a patron of Matters Microbial! Links for this episode A description of the ice nucleation phenomenon carried out by many bacteria. An out of print book by Dr. Jo Handelsman that explained the ice nucleation experiment I often use when I teach. An overview of ice nucleation protein. A very nice video demonstration of ice nucleation activity I created many years ago with Puget Sound students. The relationship between ice nucleation protein and the commercial substance “SnowMax.” Information from the Centers for Disease Control on Listeria.  A description of listeriosis, caused by Listeria. A cute plush toy depicting Listeria, by the Giant Microbes company. A recent review article on Listeria and listeriosis. A video depicting “actin rockets” allowing Listeria to move within eukaryotic cells. A review article on actin-related motility of intracellular bacteria. A description of a recent Listeria outbreak. Advice for consumers regarding avoiding listeriosis.   The United States Department of Agriculture group on food safety and surveillance.  Articles by Dr. Gorski and colleagues on topics under discussion today. Dr. Gorski's LinkedIn profile. Intro music is by Reber Clark Send your questions and comments to mattersmicrobial@gmail.com

From college campuses to cannabis aisles, this episode explores how emerging CPG brands are carving out space in crowded categories. The hosts unpack Better Sour's rapid retail expansion – including an exclusive Sprouts flavor and placement on United Airlines – while also spotlighting Toom's strategic refresh that helped turn a niche garlic dip into a national brand. Plus, the challenges of adaptogen overload, and how design influences consumer trust. Show notes: 0:15: Joe Who? Better Breakfast. Too(m) Good. Old Gold? Stock & Shot. Review & Win. – Jacqui's unfamiliarity with football legend Joe Montana sparks lighthearted banter about generational divides and the pitfalls of marketing to “old men.” While Mike is understandably deflated by the moment, he and Ray quickly pivot to recap a recent breakfast with the co-founders of Better Sour, a better-for-you gummy brand. The brand has secured new retail placements at Boston University, Total Wine, United Airlines, and is gearing up to launch an exclusive tart cherry flavor at Sprouts. The hosts also shine a spotlight on Toom, a garlic dip brand led by founder Matt Joyce, and commend his deliberate, slow-growth strategy. Later in the episode, the conversation turns to the relevance of endorsements from athletes of past eras and whether they still hold sway with today's consumers. The hosts also sample a range of new THC and functional beverages from brands including Woodstock, Tonik, and Golden Root. Ray gives a special shoutout to Elephant Green Chili Chutney, a zesty new condiment featured on Taste Radio's Elevator Talk series. The episode wraps with a call for listeners to review the podcast, sweetened with the promise of free T-shirts in return. Brands in this episode: Better Sour, Poppi, Toom, Yaza, Gold Bar Distillery, Spindrift, Woodstock, Golden Root, Tonik, Elephant Green Chutney

What does it really take to build billion-dollar beverage brands — and spot the next ones before anyone else?Danny Stepper, co-founder and CEO of L.A. Libations and co-founder of Taste Tomorrow Ventures, joins us to share his insights from the cutting edge of beverage innovation. If you've ever wondered how to get your drink on the shelf at Kroger, Walmart, or Sprouts, or what separates founders who make it from those who don't, this episode is worth a listen.We discuss:How Stepper went from Coke merchandiser to creating an incubator that's helped build brands like Zico, Core, and BodyArmor — with exits in the billionsThe playbook behind breaking Gatorade's exclusive deals at 7-Eleven, Walmart, and Costco, unlocking BodyArmor's path from $100M to $1B+Why L.A. Libations' role as “emerging category captain” with retailers is one of the most powerful positions in beverages — and how to pitch for placement of your brandThe traits he sees in the most successful founders — red flags that make him pass every timeThe trends retailers are making more shelf space for right now, including protein-fortified drinks, adult non-alc, and what Stepper calls the “fourth category” Why he launched Taste Tomorrow Ventures, a $30M fund investing in founder-first brands right nowFrom near bankruptcy to billion-dollar exits, Danny Stepper has lived the highs and lows of this industry — and his lessons could change the way you think about your own brand's path to growth.Last Call: Pitching a distributor can make or break a drinks brand. But most founders are making the same mistakes — losing opportunities before they've even started. On our latest sponsored Last Call, Alex Cherniavsky, managing partner at SWIG Partners, joined us to share how to avoid those pitfalls and stand out in a crowded market.Don't miss our next episode, dropping on September 10.For the latest updates, follow us:Business of Drinks:YouTubeLinkedInInstagram @bizofdrinksErica Duecy, co-host: Erica Duecy is founder and co-host of Business of Drinks and one of the drinks industry's most accomplished digital and content strategists. She runs the consultancy and advisory arm of Business of Drinks and has built publishing and marketing programs for Drizly, VinePair, SevenFifty, and other hospitality and drinks tech companies.LinkedInInstagram @ericaduecyScott Rosenbaum, co-host: Scott Rosenbaum is co-host of Business of Drinks and a veteran strategist and analyst with deep experience building drinks portfolios. Most recently, he was the Portfolio Development Director at Distill Ventures. Prior to that, he was the Vice President of T. Edward Wines & Spirits, a New York-based importer and distributor.LinkedInCaroline Lamb, contributor: Caroline is a producer and on-air contributor at Business of Drinks and a key account sales and marketing specialist at AHD Vintners, a Michigan-based importer and distributor.LinkedInInstagram @borkalineSPONSOR: SWIG Partners is exclusively offering $100 off their supplier-distributor matchmaking fee when you mention the Business of Drinks podcast, or inquire via this link: ⁠https://www.swigpartners.com/businessofdrinksIf you enjoyed today's conversation, follow Business of Drinks wherever you're listening, and don't forget to rate and review us. Your support helps us reach new listeners passionate about the drinks industry. Thank you!

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You may have heard of the liver king, but today we have the sprout king on the show. Doug Evans is the Founder and CEO of The Sprouting Company. He was a former paratrooper in the U.S. Army's 82nd Airborne Division and an early pioneer in the natural food industry, he authored the national bestseller The Sprout Book, and he now lives in Wonder Valley Hot Springs in Southern CaliforniaDoug is on a mission to make sprouting mainstream. After learning about sprouts as the most nutritious food on the planet, he wants everyone to get as excited about sprouting as he is.This is a fun episode where we break down a little bit about the science but also the joy around creating your own food on a counter top with the most potent ingredient we have access to. The seed.Unlocking the benefits of seeds via sprouting has been a game changer for me and my health. I use lentil, mung bean, broccoli and sunflower sprouts weekly in my meals and whenever I share them online, I always get asked about where they come from. I spoke about how to sprout in my first cook book, but now you can sprout your own using handy tools like Doug's Sprouting jars (that you can see for yourself on YouTube). You can find them in health food stores, but they're so easy to make yourself at home, giving you access to nature's true multivitamin!

Food allergies now affect 1 in 13 children in the U.S., turning mealtime into a daily source of anxiety for families. But groundbreaking research — including the LEAP study — shows that introducing allergenic foods like peanuts early and often can prevent most peanut allergies before they start.  Catherine Jaxon, co-founder of Mission Mighty Me and mom to a child with a nut allergy shares the story of her daughter's first allergic reaction, what she learned from leading allergy researcher Dr. Gideon Lack, and how she helped create a safe, easy puff snack to help parents maintain early exposure from infancy through childhood.  You'll learn:  Why early introduction of peanut and tree nut products can prevent allergies  How to safely start allergenic foods with your baby  Practical tips for keeping these foods in your child's diet  Mission MightyMe.com Use code DRHUNTER for 15% off one-time purchases or 30% off a subscription purchase through the end of 2025. Nutty Puffs are also available on Amazon, Thrive Market, Target, Sprouts and other select retailers.    Send your questions to hello@pediatriciannextdoorpodcast.com or message me online here.  Find products from the show on the shop page.   *As an Amazon Associate, I earn commission from qualifying purchases.    More from The Pediatrician Next Door:    Website: Pediatrician Next Door Podcast  Instagram: @the_pediatrician_next_door  Facebook: facebook.com/wendy.l.hunter.75  TikTok: @drwendyhunter  LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/drwendyhunter    This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast  IG: @reddrockmusic  www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sprouts said its board of directors has authorized a $1 billion share repurchase program, UNFI warehouse workers in Sarasota, Florida ratified their first contract, and Robb Giammatteo, CFO of Arko, the owner of convenience-store retailer GPM Investments, will depart the company. 

This week on the Modern Retail Podcast, co-hosts Gabi Barkho and Melissa Daniels get into the news of how On running shoes led the pack of footwear earnings with a 32% year-over-year sales increase. Then they get into all things Summerween, as the trend of spooky decor in the summer starts to bleed into actual Halloween sale season. Then for the featured segment (19:05), Barkho and Daniels get into why natural grocer Sprouts is becoming a go-to destination for CPG brands looking to make a wholesale splash. They're joined by Nicole Portland, the chief marketing officer at beverage company Suja Life, who shares why Sprouts was the choice partner for their re-launch of legacy soda brand Slice -- and how it became the home of its exclusive, on-trend cherry cola flavor. They get into why Slice, a relaunch that dovetails with a better-for-you soda boom, found a fit in Sprouts, how Sprouts' nationwide rollout model gives small brands a fast-track to scaling and why store programs like “New for You” and “Fresh Finds” drive discovery and repeat sales

It's rare that we contemplate where all the plastic we throw out goes, but rest assured that nearly none of it is being recycled. Simply put, it's usually cheaper to make new plastic than to recycle old plastic, even the plastic you put in the recycling bin. Because it takes plastic centuries to break down, this means for each one of us you could build a mountain of plastic from all the packaging we use over the course of our lives.  But what if plastic didn't have to take centuries to break down, and could actually biodegrade in a matter of days or weeks?  That's exactly the vision Luna Yu is bringing to life as founder and CEO of Genecis Bioindustries, a biotech company using fermentation to transform food waste into high-performance, truly compostable bioplastics. In this episode, Luna joins us—at 1 a.m. her time from a manufacturing run in China—to share the story behind Genecis, from her early days as a teenage entrepreneur in Canada to raising $17 million for her startup in the climate tech world. Luna walks us through how Genecis engineers microbes to turn low-cost industrial waste streams like glycerol into PHA, a biodegradable plastic alternative that's already being used in consumer products like Mad Tea and Mad Coffee. We discuss why Genecis is taking a direct-to-consumer approach, how they're preparing to launch in Sprouts nationwide, and what it will take to make sustainable plastics cost-competitive with petroleum-based ones. We also dive into Luna's big bets on the future—including cell-free biology, the promise of enzyme-only production systems, and her vision for a world where the most convenient option is also the most sustainable. If you're curious about the intersection of synthetic biology, circular economy, and product design—or you just want to hear from someone reshaping the future of plastic—this episode is for you. Discussed in this episode You can learn more about Genecis' technology by reading their patents and patent applications here. Luna is very inspired by Isomorphic Labs. Genecis is backed by Amazon and is a graduate of the Y Combinator accelerator. CJ Biomaterials manufactures PHA via fermentation.  Plastic has only been around since the 1950s but we believe it lasts for centuries. How do we know? Researchers simulate environmental exposure in labs by increasing UV radiation, temperature, moisture, and mechanical stress to accelerate plastic breakdown. They analyze how the polymer chains degrade and extrapolate those results to estimate natural-world decay timelines. Get to Know Luna Yu Luna Yu is the CEO of Genecis Bioindustries. She completed her Bachelors and Masters in Environmental Science at the age of 21 at the University of Toronto. During her Undergrad, Luna co-founded, grew and exited from two profitable software startups. The exciting advancements in fields of synthetic biology, bioinformatics, and machine learning led her to infuse her passion and experience together. This created Genecis, where biotechnology enables the conversion of food waste into high value materials.  

T. Shane Johnson, Marine Corps veteran and motivational speaker, co-founded Big Guns Coffee with his daughter Charli in 2021. From Tryon, NC, they've launched the U.S.'s first hydroponic coffee farm, using 98% less water than traditional methods. Charli, now 10, and Shane offer Charli's Blend and The Motivator in over 900 stores like Sprouts and Walmart. Their mission: franchise eco-friendly coffee farms and empower veterans and farmers.Links: Website: biggunscoffee.com Social: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, TikTok Call to Action: Try Big Guns Coffee's sustainable blends at biggunscoffee.com. Order now, book a farm tour, or join their franchise revolution!

Joining us today is Jane Jansen, a Natural & Holistic Practitioner at The Tree of Life Wellness Center in Massachusetts. Jane has the unique perspective as a medical professional who, prior to becoming a natural & holistic practitioner, spent years in Radiology and Ultrasound doing research and performing tests on patients with varying types of health problems. Jane joins us today to discuss why probiotics are important at all stages of our lives.Our ancestors tended not to have modern-day 21st Century digestive issues because they ingested naturally fermented foods that, as we know today, produced probiotics & postbiotics. The challenge in today's “fast-food & processed food” world is that we do not eat a lot of naturally fermented foods like our ancestors.Our ancestors, from early times to the early 1900's, ingested more fruits and vegetables, as well as other natural foods that had fermented overtime preserving their food supply. For instance, milk could become yogurt or buttermilk; vegetables could become sauerkraut, pickles, or kimchee. Soybeans could become miso, tofu, or tempeh. By-the-way, we can still use these foods to incorporate probiotics from food naturally into our diets.But our modern food industry is largely based on a fast-food culture and processed foods which are lacking in healthful fermentation of fruits and vegetables which naturally produce probiotics and more importantly, postbiotics. Postbiotic metabolites is the term that refers to the wide range of health-regulating compounds that the good bacteria produce and secrete in the intestinal tract (primarily in the colon) when they digest and ferment the fiber content in the foods we eat. Everyone is born with a miniature microbiome (eco system) inside the intestines. This ecosystem is populated by trillions of microscopic organisms which include over a thousand species of bacteria, as well as viruses, fungi, and parasites. Most are good, some are bad.As you grow, your gut microbiome begins to diversify into many different types of microbial species. This eco system affects the whole body by controlling the digestion of food, immune system regulation, central nervous system, brain health and other bodily functions as well as keeping guard against harmful invaders.Dr. Ohhira's Probiotics are available at Natural Grocers, Sprouts, and other natural health retailers across the U.S. Also available online. Visit www.essential formulas.com to find a retailer near you.

On today's 8.12.25 show we talked about the most mortifying thing that Selena found out recently, the show ‘Virgins' on Max, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's Netflix deal has been renewed, 60 yr old man had to be hospitalized after using ChatGPT, Taylor Swift announced her new album, The Valkyries unveiled their mascot, the middle seat is the best seat, Lil Tay made millions on OF and more!

Episode Summary Wellness pioneer and bestselling author Doug Evans reveals how sprouting can transform your health and wallet. Learn how to grow nutrient-dense vegetables on your countertop in just 5 days for under $1 per serving. Doug shares his incredible journey from fast food addiction to thriving on living foods, and explains why sprouts are up to 100x more nutritious than mature vegetables. Guest Bio Doug Evans is a visionary entrepreneur, wellness advocate, and bestselling author of The Sprout Book. He co-founded Organic Avenue, one of the first organic cold-pressed juice brands in the US, and later created The Sprouting Company, making it easier than ever for people to grow nutrient-dense food at home. Key Topics Covered Doug's Health Transformation From eating 4 cotton candies at basketball games to a plant-based lifestyle His typical McDonald's meal: Big Mac, Quarter Pounder, 9-piece nuggets, large fries, vanilla shake, apple pie, and hot fudge sundae Lost family members to diabetes, cancer, and heart disease before discovering plant-based nutrition Started sprouting 30 years ago after seeing sprouts at Union Square Farmers Market Why Sprouts Are Nutritional Powerhouses Up to 100x more nutrient-dense than mature vegetables Sprouted lentils increase vitamin C by 300% and quadruple antioxidants in just 3 days Travel only 2 feet (counter to table) vs. 2,000 miles for average vegetables You eat the entire plant: root, shoot, endosperm, and embryo Top Sprouts & Their Benefits Broccoli sprouts: Highest in sulforaphane (anti-cancer compound), most bioavailable on day 3 Alfalfa: More beta-carotene than GMO golden rice, plus vitamin C and chlorophyll Sprouted legumes (mung beans, lentils, chickpeas): High in amino acids, keep you full Red clover: Beautiful texture, mild flavor, great crunch Getting Started with Sprouting 1/4 cup of seeds = 5 cups of sprouts in 5 days Costs under $1 per serving No soil, sunshine, or fertilizer needed The Sprouting Company's jar features: larger vessel, better drainage, stainless steel filter Seeds are tested for pathogens and microplastics How to Use Sprouts Add to any meal: salads, smoothies, juices, wraps Mash with avocado and wrap in nori for quick meal Top pizzas, tamales, soups - increases nutrition 1000x Can eat directly from the jar as a snack Store fresh homegrown sprouts for over a week Key Takeaways Sprouts are vegetables, not just garnishes - they can be entire meals Growing your own eliminates plastic packaging and ensures freshness Perfect for food deserts or anyone wanting local, organic produce year-round The most nutritious food is paradoxically also the lowest cost Sprouting breaks you free from processed foods and reconnects you with natural flavors Resources Mentioned The Sprout Book by Doug Evans Eat to Live by Dr. Joel Fuhrman The Sprouting Company: TheSproutingCompany.com Follow Doug: @dougevans on Instagram and TikTok Notable Quotes "What if I told you that you can grow the most nutrient dense food on the planet in five days on your kitchen countertop, without soil, without sunshine, without fertilizer?" "Everybody should be sprouting, everybody should be eating sprouts." "Most people are living to eat... but we should eat to live." "The world is hungry for fresh produce, and miraculously, sprouts grow in all climates, all seasons, all geographies." Host Stacey Heiney (Guest host for The NHL Today Podcast) Organic farmer and wellness advocate FREE Resource: Get Stacey's healthy vegan Sauces, Dips & Dressings e-book: https://theherbanfarmacy.mykajabi.com/the-secret-is-in-the-sauce Website: theherbanfarmacy.com Instagram: @theherbanfarmacy Connect with Doug Instagram: @dougevans TikTok: @dougevans Website: TheSproutingCompany.com Doug answers questions and supports the sprouting community directly Note: Doug lived exclusively on sprouts for 30-day periods while living in the Mojave Desert, proving their complete nutritional value.

I had a blast sitting down with Dan Schaefer, Founder & CEO of Native Pet.  We kicked things off with gratitude. Dan shared how his wife was his “first angel investor,” backing his leap from BCG into entrepreneurship while raising a young family. From there, we got into the big idea behind Native Pet: “around-the-bowl nutrition.” Instead of trying to replace what's in your dog's bowl, Native Pet helps pet parents customize it with clean-label, effective supplements dogs actually love to eat. Dan walked me through their earliest wins, such as transforming messy canned pumpkin into a shelf-stable powdered pumpkin with a smart fiber blend, and their breakout hit, The Daily (an all-in-one scoop inspired by human greens routines). We also dug into hard-earned lessons (hello, Target packaging panic) and a huge upcoming launch that brings today's human gut-health wave into pet wellness. Highlights * Gratitude that fuels the journey: Dan credits his wife and co-founder Pat's family for believing early, packing boxes, cheering them on, and making “zero to one” possible.   * The Native Pet thesis: Focus on supplements to personalize health “around the bowl,” so pet parents can keep their preferred food and add targeted support.   * Simple, smart innovation: From powdered Pumpkin to Omega Oil, clean-label formats and taste are non-negotiable—if dogs won't eat it, nothing else matters.   * Breakout product: The Daily—their one-scoop daily multivitamin—became Native Pet's best seller and even hit #1 in multivitamins on Amazon right after Prime Day.   * Where to find them: Online at nativepet.com, Amazon, Chewy, and nationwide at Target, Petco, PetSmart, Whole Foods, Sprouts, Tractor Supply, Meijer, Pet Supplies Plus, and more.  Plus, try the website quiz to get the right plan for your dog.   * One more thing I'm excited about: Native Pet's new GutWell line (launching August) targets specific outcomes through the microbiome—Clean Breath, Trim Down, Stress Support, Itchy Skin, and Power Poop—in a tasty, clean-label, cold-pressed pellet with bold, premium packaging. Join me, Ramon Vela, in listening to the episode: If you care about helping your dog live a happier, healthier, and longer life—and want practical ways to personalize their nutrition—you'll love this conversation. Hit play to hear the full story, the lessons learned, and what's next for Native Pet.   For more on Native Pet, visit: https://nativepet.com/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave The Story of a Brand Show a rating and review.  Plus, don't forget to follow us on Apple and Spotify.  Your support helps us bring you more content like this! * Today's Sponsors:   Saral - The Influencer OS: https://www.getsaral.com/demo SARAL is the all-in-one influencer platform that finds brand-aligned creators, automates outreach, and manages everything in one place. Request a live demo today. Let the SARAL team know you're a The Story of a Brand Show podcast listener to get an extended free trial! Visit the link above. 

I haven't posted in a while — here's why.From finishing Mediocre at Best 2, to hosting a premiere with 300 heads in the room, to sobering up, getting flown to Spain and Croatia, going through a gnarly breakup, crying in Sprouts, dancing in Greece, and feeling like myself again — this is everything I've been through the last few months.I'm grateful. I'm inspired. I'm a little tired. But I'm still here. And I want to keep making stuff that feels honest and fun.If you're down to ride with me into the next chapter — leave a comment and help me shape what this podcast becomes next.Appreciate you.

Can a chip company actually make a difference in your health—and in the world? Sarah Tanus, founder of Tatemada, thinks so. In this episode, she shares how she built a clean-label snack brand rooted in tradition, purpose, and real ingredients. From nixtamalization to avoiding inflammatory oils, Sarah explains how her chips and salsas deliver bold flavor without compromise—and why consumers should care about what goes into their favorite snacks.Key Takeaways:Tatemada chips are oven-baked, never fried in seed or inflammatory oilsMade from whole nixtamalized corn, not processed corn flour or fillersNo preservatives or artificial ingredients — just real, recognizable foodThe nixtamalization process enhances flavor, nutrition, and digestionSalsas contain 5 ingredients or less, like tomatoes, peppers, garlic, and pink saltOnly use non-GMO citric acid when needed to maintain safe pHWoman-owned and B Corp certified, with a mission to support rural women farmersAvailable at Sprouts, Whole Foods (Southwest), select Costco locations, and more

Sprouts are one of the most nutrient-dense, accessible foods on the planet. In this clip, Doug Evans explains how these tiny plants boost protein, reduce anti-nutrients, and grow without soil or sunlight, making them a simple, powerful upgrade to any diet.Listen to the full episode ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Watch the full episode on YouTube⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.***If you enjoyed this episode you might also like:The MOST Surprising Food That Fights Disease & Helps With Losing Weight | Doug Evanshttps://youtu.be/YRuYfCmIz74***Sign up to Sarah's Compassionate Cure newsletter: Science Simplified, Health Humanised. Join thousands in exploring actionable insights that prioritise compassion, clarity, and real-life impact. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://sarahmacklin.substack.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠***Let's be friends!

Jash Mehta is the co-founder of Pop & Bottle, a female founded, plant based latte brand that you may have seen at Whole Foods, Target, Sprouts and more. Even when I head down the street at my local Key Foods.The Pop & Bottle story begins with Jash and co-founder Blair Hardy – great friends who are coffee and wellness obsessed. They wondered why there was nothing on the shelves that met their own standards of a clean label, organic, dairy free, no refined sugar and the list goes on.Launched in 2015 and sold their millionth can in 2018, Pop & Bottle was founded from a genuine desire to create what they wanted in their own lives, and make it available to the millions of people who share their values.Wear Many Hats has tried all Pop & Bottle flavors from classic cold brew to matcha green tea. Let's get Jash's take on the CPG world, her coffee order, and wellness routine.Please welcome Jash Mehta to Wear Many Hats.⁠⁠instagram.com/popandbottle⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/wearmanyhatswmh⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/rashadrastam⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠rashadrastam.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠wearmanyhats.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Doug Evans is back on the PLANTSTRONG Podcast—and he's sprouting with wisdom! It's been over four years since Doug's first appearance, and his passion for sprouts has only intensified.Rip and Doug dig deep into the nutritional superpowers of sprouts, the simplicity of growing them at home, and the transformational impact they can have on your health, your plate, and your life.Doug shares his deeply personal journey, the origins of his obsession with sprouts, and why they are one of the most sustainable, accessible, and under-appreciated foods in the plant-based world. Whether you're a sprouting newbie or a seasoned plant-strong pro, this conversation will inspire you to see sprouts in a whole new light.You'll learn:Sprouts as Superfoods: Discover how sprouting seeds dramatically increases their nutrient density, making them living, functional foods. Home Sprouting Made Simple: Doug explains how anyone—even in a tiny kitchen—can grow nutrient-rich sprouts with minimal effort and space. Health Benefits Galore: Learn how sprouts are packed with vitamins, minerals, enzymes, and compounds that support detoxification, immunity, and overall vitality. Sprouting as a Lifestyle: Doug shares how this practice transformed his physical, emotional, and spiritual health—and how it can do the same for you.A Sustainable Solution: Growing sprouts at home is not only cost-effective, but also environmentally friendly and empowering.Exciting Research Ahead: Get a preview of Doug's upcoming collaboration with Dr. Alan Goldhamer at True North to clinically study the healing power of sprouts.Episode WebpageWatch the Episode on YouTubeSPECIAL Food Promo for Podcast Listeners Only!Use code: podcast10 to receive 10% off food orders at plantstrong.com Upcoming Events:Join us for our 2025 Plantstrong Retreat in Black Mountain, NC - Nov 9-14, 2025: https://plantstrong.com/pages/black-mountain-retreat Let Us Help Your PLANTSTRONG JourneyUse Code: KALE20 for $20 off Annual Subscription at https://home.mealplanner.plantstrong.com/ COMPLEMENT: Use code PLANTSTRONG for 30% off at https://lovecomplement.com/pages/plantstrong-special-offer Leave Us a Voicemail QuestionLeave us a voicemail: https://www.speakpipe.com/plantstrong Follow PLANTSTRONG and Rip Esselstynhttps://plantstrongfoods.com/ https://www.facebook.com/GoPlantstrong https://www.instagram.com/goplantstrong/https://www.instagram.com/ripesselstyn/ Follow the PLANTSTRONG Podcast and Give the Show a 5-star RatingApple PodcastsSpotify

Placer.ai's Chief Marketing Officer Ethan Chernofsky delivers his highly anticipated retail grades for the first half of 2024! Discover which retailers are crushing it (Walmart, Trader Joe's, Sprouts) and which ones need improvement (Target, Lululemon). This data-driven analysis uses real foot traffic and location analytics to reveal surprising retail trends, from the movie theater comeback to department store resurgences. Essential insights for retail professionals, investors, and anyone interested in consumer behavior and retail performance trends. 0:00 – Introduction: Omni Talk hosts welcome Placer AI's newly promoted CMO Ethan Chernowski for summer retail grades 1:50 – What is Placer.ai: Location data company tracking tens of millions of devices to analyze retail foot traffic 3:25 – “A's As Expected”: Top performers including Walmart, Trader Joe's, Sprouts, TJX/Marshalls – retailers with clear reason for being 8:30 – “Holding Onto Newfound Momentum”: Chili's remarkable turnaround through menu simplification and value focus, plus department store recovery (Nordstrom, Bloomingdale's) 17:10 – “Blockbuster Mindset”: Movie theaters showing improvement when big films release, but need year-round merchandising strategy 25:00 – “Shaky But Promising”: Hobby Lobby benefiting from Jo-Ann closures, Home Depot tariff impact, Ulta recovery, and B-class mall resurgence 33:00 – “Needs Improvement”: Lululemon facing saturation challenges, Target's operational issues beyond DEI controversy, Dave & Busters pricing problems 40:00 – Key takeaway: Success comes from knowing your “reason for being” and focusing on retail fundamentals over flashy technology Music by hooksounds.com #retailanalytics #retailtrends #walmart #target #lululemon #consumerbehavior #retailstrategy #omnitalk #locationdata Sponsored Content

What happened to Force of Nature's original chicken program—and why did we take it off the shelves? In this episode of Where Hope Grows, Taylor, Robby, and Katie break down the bold decision to pause our poultry program and the cross-country journey that followed. The result? A re-invented, radically improved, and welfare-focused solution we call A Better Bird. You'll hear what makes our new chicken different: Slow-growing, heritage breeds (never Cornish Cross) 100% organic feed—no synthetic chemicals, fillers, or byproducts Unrestricted access to pasture, clean environments, and silvopasture systems Third-party animal welfare certified and zero use of antibiotics or mRNA vaccines Why does it matter? Because conventional chicken isn't what it seems—fast-grown, nutrient-poor, and raised in confinement. Force of Nature's new program is built to nourish you, respect the animal, and heal the land. If you're going to eat chicken, eat the best chicken possible. Available now at Whole Foods Market, Sprouts and online at forceofnature.com/chicken

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This bonus episode features wellness entrepreneur and sprout advocate Doug Evans, diving into the surprising heart-health benefits of one of nature's simplest superfoods: sprouts. Learn how seeds—packed with essential nutrients—can be transformed into a fresh, living food source right in your own kitchen. Sprouts support healthy blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar, and Doug shares just how easy it is to get started. Plus, hear about The Sprouting Company and their all-in-one system, which includes organic seeds, sprouting jars, a helpful guidebook, and a companion app to help you grow your own health.

In this heartfelt solo episode, Jess records from her car on a sunny summer day to share 6 rituals she's leaning into during her pre-period week (aka late luteal phase) for an even better menstrual cycle! She also gives an exciting behind-the-scenes update on her upcoming SYC Membership, designed to help women align with their cyclical bodies & step into their 2.0 selves.Jess breaks down the mindset shifts, nutritional tweaks, and nervous system practices that help make her PMS and periods surprisingly pleasant — plus how to embrace your body's cyclical wisdom instead of fighting it.Jess talks: — Why PMS symptoms like rage, extreme bloating & crippling cramps aren't “normal,” even if common — and how to shift that belief— 6 rituals (nutrition, mindset, body & movement) that can reduce PMS symptoms & improve periods— Why connecting with your emotions (vs pushing past them) is a critical component of having an easier period — Favorite brands she's been loving Resources Mentioned:Join the SYC Membership Waitlist: launching early fall for next-level cycle syncing, nervous system tools, & a powerhouse communityFree eBook: Sync Your Cycle Starter Kit — phases, foods, movement, journaling, recipes + shopping listBook a free curiosity call HEREFavorites:- Kamana Mesquite Superfood (mold-tested coffee alt): get 15% off HERE!- Youtheory Turmeric (Costco)- Foods Alive Cacao- Magnesium glycinate (Jess doubles up luteal phase)Connect with Jess:

T. Shane Johnson is a Marine Corps veteran, motivational speaker, and the co-founder of Big Guns Coffee—America's first indoor hydroponic coffee farm. With a bold vision for sustainable agriculture and retail innovation, T. Shane has scaled his veteran- and family-owned brand into major retailers like Walmart, Sprouts, and HomeGoods. Beyond business, he's a world-record-holding endurance athlete, published author, and proud father, using his story to inspire others to lead with purpose, grit, and heart.

Hop aboard the Culture Train with Asher, Kristen and their special guest Robin as they take young listeners on an immersive journey to Ipoh, Malaysia! In this colorful and educational episode, our hosts explore geology, language, and—of course—food. Discover why this vibrant city is famous for feasting and adventure! Meet Our Local Friend, Robin! • Born and raised in Ipoh, Robin shares insider secrets—from culinary tastes to cultural traditions. • He opens up about Malaysia's 135+ languages, and how locals naturally switch between Malay, English, Mandarin, Tamil, and more! • Kristen explains how Ipoh is nestled between Kuala Lumpur and Penang, surrounded by limestone hills. • Asher's super-relatable curiosity helps kids picture river valleys, caves, and temples! 2. Foodie Fun! • Ever seen muscle-y bean sprouts? Kids learn how Ipoh's mineral-rich spring water makes them fat, plump, and super juicy. • We try Bean Sprout Chicken (Nga Choy Kai)—crunchy sprouts meet tender chicken in a flavorful harmony. • And the star: Kai See Hor Fun, a silky, smooth flat noodle soup made with luxe local water—perfect for slurping (it's polite in Malaysia!). 3. Cultural Etiquette & Fun Facts • Slurping—when polite, fun, and part of the experience! • Language switching is like changing TV channels—Malaysia's linguistic magic revealed. 4. Cave Temples Teaser • Robin teases a visit to Kek Lok Tong, a secretive limestone cave temple with golden statues, peaceful gardens, and magical acoustics. Please support our mission! Website: http://culturekidsproductions.org/support ⭐ Rate & Subscribe to help us grow and reach kids around the world ⏭️ Next stop: The ARCTIC, Nigeria, Italy, and more—don't miss our upcoming Culture Train adventures!

It started with a softball game and a dream to become fathers. In this heart-opening episode of A Fresh Story, we sit down with Danny Auld and David Fullner, a couple whose love story spans over two decades—and whose journey into parenthood required courage, creativity, and a cross-country dash to a Honolulu delivery room. What began with a lighthearted “Would you be our surrogate?” turned into a lifelong bond with Auntie Dian, the woman who carried their son Paul into the world eight weeks early and gifted them a family.But this story isn't just about how Paul came to be—it's about what came after: a multi-generational household filled with love, a Kickstarter dream turned national brand, and a baby food company that's as much about flavor and cultural inclusion as it is about nutrition. Kekoa Foods was born from their kitchen and their deep desire to raise an adventurous eater—and the result is a product line now gracing shelves at Sprouts, Wegmans, and Amazon.Danny and David open up about what it really means to build a life together—from marriage under a tree at a Connecticut rest stop, to NICU night shifts, to launching a business during the pandemic. Their story is one of radical love, intentional parenting, and the everyday magic of showing up for your dreams (and your people). This episode is for anyone who's ever asked themselves: “Can I really do this?” Because the answer, as Danny and David prove, is yes. And you just might find your family—and your future—in the most unexpected of places.Snag some Kekoa for 25% off at THIS LINK with code FS25! And check out our review of Kekoa foods HERE.

Every now and then, you come across a founder story that's both heartfelt and hustle-packed—this is one of those.  In this episode, I sit down with Mike Lombardo, co-founder of Halfday Iced Tea, a brand that's redefining what iced tea can be. We talk about everything from starting the company out of a college dorm room to turning a personal health journey into a functional beverage brand that's now on the shelves of Whole Foods, Sprouts, and more. Mike shares how Halfday was built on a foundation of relentless iteration, a belief in gut health, and a flavor-first approach that makes it easy for consumers to get behind. With a mission rooted in Kayvon's fight with ulcerative colitis, Halfday has stayed true to one thing: delivering great-tasting iced tea that's actually good for your gut.  This episode is a powerful look at entrepreneurship, adaptability, and building a brand that truly resonates. In this episode, you'll hear: * How a college capstone project turned into a national beverage brand * Why product iteration—down to the can size—was key to Halfday's success * What it took to land their first retail buyer without even having samples * The story behind Halfday's Good Day Prebiotic Blend and why it matters * How Mike and Kayvon think about innovation, scaling retail, and brand storytelling Join me, Ramon Vela, in listening to the episode and learn how Halfday is changing the iced tea category—one can at a time. Whether you're a brand builder, a gut health geek, or just love a good founder story, this one's worth a sip. For more on Halfday Ice Tea visit:  https://drinkhalfday.com/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave The Story of a Brand a rating and review.  Plus, don't forget to follow us on Apple and Spotify.  Your support helps us bring you more content like this! * Today's Sponsors: Color More Lines: https://www.colormorelines.com/get-started Color More Lines is a team of ex-Amazonians and e-commerce operators who help brands grow faster on Amazon and Walmart. With a performance-based pricing model and flexible contracts, they've generated triple-digit year-over-year growth for established sellers doing over $5 million per year. Use code "STORY OF A BRAND” and receive a complimentary market opportunity assessment of your e-commerce brand and marketplace positioning. 

We gulped down some pungent juice before recording this amazing episode! The main topics were the two big pieces of news: Jim Walsmley won't be racing Western States, and Kilian Jornet is making training videos now. Jim is the GOAT and we gave him an 85% chance of winning just last week. He's the supermassive black hole at the center of the Western States galaxy. Without Jim at the start line, how does it change the race? Kilian is the GOAT too (yes, we have a GOAT herd), and he just released a training video! He abides by the "no secrets" approach, and we analyzed every frame of that video to try to find clues about whether he might be beatable. Answer: no. Bonus answer: Kilian is the best and it's fascinating that he started his own video series by talking about his heat training.And this one was full of great topics! Other topics: our magical coaching day at the US Mountain Championships, thoughts on training for mountain races, Unbreakable 2 cancellation, the wild triumph of Simon Yates, a new bicarb gel that could upend the bicarb market, the wild science of broccoli sprouts and a new juice supplement from Nomio, anti-histamines and athletic performance, why we're eating dark chocolate (it tastes good), lung training via breathing devices, the relationship between speed work and form in ultras, a hypothetical about Conner Mantz racing Leadville or Western States, an article in the New York Times on unethical mountaineering, training with a newborn, dealing with life transitions, fitting the Naked Belt, the cost of running, cheaper suphershoes, and an incredible poem on failing and flying.Everyone forgets that Icarus also flew. Also, if Icarus had broccoli sprouts and Kilian's training video, maybe he would have flown a bit longer.We love you all! HUZZAH! Click "Claim Reward" for free credit at The Feed here: thefeed.com/swap Order a Core 2 Sensor here before they sell out: https://thefeed.com/products/core-2-temperature-monitorBuy Janji's amazing gear: https://janji.com/ (code "SWAP")For weekly bonus podcasts, articles, and videos: patreon.com/swap

SVP and Stanford Steve break down the latest in the NBA and Stanley Cup playoffs and more. Who has a better chance at winning their respective series: the Knicks or the Stars? The guys share their reactions to the Thunder's game 4 win and discuss who they would rather have leading their team moving forward: SGA or Anthony Edwards. Also, the guys talk about the Canes' game four win over Florida, the college baseball bracket, Steve's upcoming week riding solo as a parent and more. | SVPod (0:00) Intro (4:15) Steve's riding solo this week (20:58) Who has a better chance: Stars or Knicks? (23:02) NYK-IND Game 3 reaction (28:42) OKC's dynasty potential + game 4 reaction (37:42) Ant vs. SGA: Who ya got? (44:10) Canes finally win a game in the conf finals (48:25) Steve's FED UP with Shohei (52:09) The problem with baseball scheduling (55:29) When does summer start? (58:59) SVP lost at the Emmys again (1:04:09) iShop app isn't great (1:06:43) Upcoming plans (1:08:36) College baseball tourney is WIDE open (1:10:30) Thanks for watching Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Doug Evans lived on sprouts for 30 days. In this episode of the Ancient Health Podcast he shares what he's discovered in this ancient superfood. Doug Evans, a health food entrepreneur, and bestselling author of the Sprouts Book, is an evangelist for sprouts as a healthy alternative food source for those living in food deserts.  Want more of The Ancient Health Podcast? Subscribe to the YouTube channel. Follow Doug Evans Instagram thesproutingcompany.com The Sprouting Book Follow Dr. Motley! Instagram Twitter Facebook Tik-Tok Website ------  *  Check out Puori for safe, clean, potent protein powder! They're tested regularly for heavy metals and more than 200 other contaminants, and certified safe by the Clean Label Project. Head to Puori.com/DRMOTLEY for 20% off, or if you choose the discounted subscription that's a third off the price!  * Do you have a ton more in-depth questions for Doctor Motley? Are you a health coach looking for more valuable resources and wisdom? Join his membership for courses full of his expertise and clinical wisdom, plus bring all your questions to his weekly lives! Try it FREE for 15 days. Join here.