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Behind The Shelf

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Consumer Behavior
Curion
Product Innovation
Market Trends
Bitty Balm
Tantos
Plantchi
Nutrition
New Primal
Regenerative Agriculture
Seed-Based Seasonings
Branding
Grocery Retail
Stone Milling

This podcast will be a market-facing show focused on product innovation, consumer behavior, and what actually makes products succeed beyond the boardroom. It will move away from corporate storytelling and instead spotlight real insights, and data-backed perspectives from across the CPG, FMCG, beauty and retail landscape. Some episodes will also offer insights from founder journeys of stellar brand... more

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Latest Episodes

What if the best way to reinvent a category isn't to create something new, but to fix what's been overlooked? Lindsay Hancock saw a gap in the bakery aisle that was hiding in plain sight, and created a cookie mix designed to close it.

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What if the plant-based revolution was missing the whole point?

On this episode of Behind the Shelf, host Keren Novack sits down with Hailey Swartz, Co-founder and Co-CEO of Actual Veggies, to unpack a contrarian approach to the plant-based category... more

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What if the strongest innovation in food isn’t about making bigger promises, but making healthy choices easier?

In this episode of Behind the Shelf, Keren Novack sits down with Jessica Hamel, founder of PlantChi, to explore how “seasonings with bene... more

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What if the key to launching a global product wasn't about reinventing the wheel, but bringing an authentic cultural tradition to an entirely new market?

In this episode of Behind the Shelf, Keren Novack sits down with Roger Velasquez, Co-Founder of... more

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What if the secret to building a breakthrough CPG brand wasn't inventing something entirely new, but reimagining something familiar?

In this episode of Behind the Shelf, Keren Novack speaks with Sean Knecht, cofounder of Tantos, and President of Pri... more

What if the real barrier to healthier food isn't what consumers want, but how they shop?

In this episode of Behind the Shelf, host Keren Novack sits down with Jacob Trumbull, founder of Roaring Fork Mill, to explore the hidden forces shaping the fut... more

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What if the secret to building a cult-following brand wasn't fancy manufacturing or massive marketing budgets, but genuine human connection?

In this episode of Behind the Shelf, Keren Novack sits down with Maggie Schmieder, founder of Bitty Balm, to... more

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What if the biggest mistake food brands make is assuming consumers want innovation more than great taste?

In this episode of Behind the Shelf, Keren Novack sits down with Jason Burke, founder and CEO of New Primal, to explore the realities of buildi... more

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Recent Guests

Hailey Swartz
Co-founder and CEO of Actual Veggies
Actual Veggies
Episode: What if Actual Vegetables Were the Whole Point? With Hailey Swartz
Jessica Hamel
Founder of PlantChi
PlantChi
Episode: The Power of the Two-Second Habit with Jessica Hamel on Making Nutrition Effortless
Roger Velasquez
Co-founder of The Purple Drop
The Purple Drop
Episode: From Family Tradition to Global Shelf: How to Scale a Cultural Product Without Losing Its Roots
Sean Knecht
Co-founder of Tantos, a pasta-based snack brand
Tantos
Episode: Why Familiar Beats Revolutionary in CPG with Sean Knecht
Jacob Trumbull
Founder of Roaring Fork Mill and Stone Mill
Roaring Fork Mill; Stone Mill
Episode: The Say-Do Gap in Food: Jacob Trumbull on What Consumers Really Buy
Maggie Schmieder
Founder of Bitty Balm
Bitty Balm
Episode: Maggie Schmieder on the Loyalty Secret Most Beauty Brands Miss
Jason Burke
Founder and CEO of New Primal
New Primal
Episode: Why "Vanilla" Wins: Jason Burke's Playbook for Scaling Food Brands

Host

Keren Novack
Host of Behind The Shelf

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 8 ratings
  • Fascinating Podcast!

    Thought provoking! Love hearing the founders’ journeys and about the small details, successes, and struggles behind the products we see in stores!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EHH255
    United Statesa month ago
  • A refreshing take on brand growth

    Jason Burke challenges the idea that innovation is always the answer. The discussion around why consistency and execution often outperform flashy new products was incredibly insightful.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nina.2307
    Spain3 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate the practical, data-backed take on product decisions and real-world challenges founders face.
Guests bring diverse perspectives from food, beauty, and retail, with clear takeaways for brand growth.
The format is seen as insightful and useful for pitching sponsors who want tangible industry insights.
The show is praised for translating consumer feedback into actionable product improvements.

Talking Points

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The Power of the Two-Second Habit with Jessica Hamel on Making Nutrition Effortless
Q: How do you explain what PlantChi is to someone who has never encountered it?
We describe PlantChi as a two-second, seed-based seasoning that adds nutrients, flavor, and texture to foods people already eat, without adding salt or sugar, so it fits into daily routines smoothly.
The Power of the Two-Second Habit with Jessica Hamel on Making Nutrition Effortless
Q: What felt missing from products when you were younger that led to PlantChi?
There was a sense that nutrition could be simple and real, not masked by lab-created ingredients or aggressive marketing; I wanted a product that could naturally boost nutrition without asking people to overhaul their diets.
From Family Tradition to Global Shelf: How to Scale a Cultural Product Without Losing Its Roots
Q: How do you approach education to drive adoption?
Through on-site tastings with retailers, social media demonstrations, and sharing practical information about tasting, ingredients, and health benefits.
From Family Tradition to Global Shelf: How to Scale a Cultural Product Without Losing Its Roots
Q: What is non-negotiable about the recipe and production?
Using purple corn from Peru prepared in the traditional stove-brew method with spices like cinnamon and clove, to stay true to the heritage while in a can.
From Family Tradition to Global Shelf: How to Scale a Cultural Product Without Losing Its Roots
Q: What sparked the idea to turn a family kitchen recipe into a national product?
Seeing a growing US interest in global flavors and healthier beverage options, plus the founders' desire to share a piece of their Peruvian heritage with a wider audience.

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A market-facing show focused on product innovation, consumer behavior, and what drives true product success beyond boardroom talk. Episodes center on real-world lessons from founders, brand leaders, and operators, highlighting data-backed insights, shelf dynamics, pricing, and go-to-market strategies for CPG, beauty, and retail brands. Notable strengths include practical frameworks for product-market fit, authentic storytelling grounded in consumer feedback, and a bias toward actionable takeaways over hype, making complex product decisions tangible for practitioners.

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Recent guests on Behind The Shelf include:

1. Hailey Swartz
2. Jessica Hamel
3. Roger Velasquez
4. Sean Knecht
5. Jacob Trumbull
6. Maggie Schmieder
7. Jason Burke

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