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Produce Buzzers - A Podcast for Lovers of Fresh Fruits and Veggies

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Pears
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Potatoes
American Black Walnut
Strawberries
Marie's Salad Dressings
Makoto Dressings
Hatch Chilies
Vegetables
Avocados From Colombia
Watermelon
North Bay Produce
Apples
Lunar New Year
Sugar Plums
Mango Board / Commodity Boards
Hammons Products Company
Wild Harvest
Cold Chain
Cooking With Strawberries

Produce Buzzers is a new podcast with the goal of inspiring people to eat more fresh fruit and veggies. Part informative radio show, part trivia game show, and part funny talk show, it will put a smile on your face while educating you about fresh produce. Join Theresa Nolan, Edwin Stepp, Rick Stepp, and Cynthia Benedetto as they share their knowledge about fresh fruits and veggies. Be fruitful and... more

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This week we are bringing back a segment we often played in the first year of the podcast. We called it “Guess the Mystery Fruit or Veggie.” But we are renaming it to “Produce Mysteries.”

In this segment, I will ask the Produce Buzzers a series of q... more

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In this berry special episode of The Produce Buzzers Podcast, we welcome Theresa Nolan, better known throughout the produce industry as “The Strawberry Queen.” With decades of experience promoting one of America’s favorite fruits, Theresa has become ... more

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This week, we’re diving into the world of premium, refrigerated salad dressings with a brand that’s been elevating salads for decades—Marie’s Salad Dressings. Unlike shelf-stable dressings, Marie’s has built its reputation on fresh, high-quality ingr... more

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Avocados have gone from a once-in-a-while specialty item to a full-blown cultural phenomenon. From toast to tacos, smoothies to sushi rolls, consumers just can’t seem to get enough of this creamy green superfruit. But even in a category as popular as... more

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Theresa Nolan
President and founder of Produce Buzz
Produce Buzz
Episode: The Strawberry Queen Reigns! A Sweet Conversation with Theresa Nolan
Laura Radigan
Senior Director of Marketing for Marie's
Marie's Salad Dressings
Episode: Dressing Up Produce: The Secret to Eating More Fruits & Veggies
Gary Caloroso
Regional Business Development Director of the Giumarra Companies
Giumarra Companies
Episode: A Real GEM of an Avocado! A New Variety Has Arrived
Ozan Ozaskinli
food futurist and partner at Value Gene
Value Gene
Episode: From Farm to Future: The Dizzying Pace of Innovation in Fresh Produce
Emily Ayala
Grove-to-grocery expert, part of Friends Ranches citrus farming family
Friends Ranches
Episode: Peel the Magic: Inside the Ojai Pixie Craze
Matt Landi
Vice President of Industry Relations for the Organic Trade Association
Organic Trade Association (OTA)
Episode: Organic Matters: Why Fresh Produce Is Leading the Way
Dana Rady
Dana Rady of Wisconsin Potato & Vegetable Growers Association
Wisconsin Potato & Vegetable Growers Association
Episode: Wisconsin: Not Just a Powerhouse in Curds and Suds But Also Spuds!
Kari Ann Arias
Works with USA Pears, the national organization representing America's pear growers
USA Pears
Episode: Pear Necessities: Everything You Need to Know About Pears
Robert Schueller
Director of Public Relations at Melissa's World Variety Produce; produce expert
Melissa's World Variety Produce
Episode: Lunar (Chinese) New Year: The Fruits & Veggies Holiday!

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Edwin Stepp
Host of the show and executive editor, affiliated with Produce Buzzers
Theresa Nolan
Host and founder/president of Produce Buzz

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 11 ratings
  • Podcast Host

    My main guy Edwin!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Produce Geek
    United States3 years ago
  • Another out of touch industry podcast

    Another out of touch industry podcast not focusing on the real issues.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Produce expert
    United States4 years ago
  • Great Chemistry

    Four decades in the produce industry and learned interesting facts about fruit & veggies. The four have great chemistry that keep things entertaining while increasing my knowledge base. I love it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sansei Produce Guy
    United States5 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the host chemistry and practical produce tips.
Some episodes feel narrowly focused on specific commodities.
Guests bring credible industry perspectives and real-world insights.

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Healthy Eating 101: Your Class for the Basics About Food That's Good for You!
Q: How did Megan's career lead to the edible garden concept?
Her work at the Atlanta Botanical Garden and in various venues inspired a program where recipes are created from ingredients growing in the garden, continually refreshed with the seasons.
Healthy Eating 101: Your Class for the Basics About Food That's Good for You!
Q: What is Megan's background and how did she get into healthy eating?
She started cooking and teaching in Chicago, then moved to Atlanta where she shifted from vegan-only classes to Healthy Eating 101, embracing produce-focused cooking that works for both vegan and non-vegan audiences.
Warning! Peppers at 4,000 Feet!
Q: Does roasting the chili diminish the heat at all or is it still the same as before?
Roasting does not diminish the heat; the heat level remains the same, though the roasting process makes the skin easier to remove and concentrates flavor in the flesh.
Warning! Peppers at 4,000 Feet!
Q: How do they know what the heat is of those peppers when they pick them?
There are seedling varieties and defined heat categories established by the University of New Mexico, with over 75 varieties offering mild to extra hot levels, and growers separate plants by heat variety to maintain consistency in each harvest.
Zesty, Sweet, & Tangy! Time to Dress Up Your Salad
Q: Are there plans to launch a new natural line and online sales?
Yes, they're transitioning toward a natural line with avocado oil and no sodium benzoate, and exploring online sales to reach consumers directly across regions.

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A lively group focuses on fresh produce—from in-depth looks at berries and pears to seasonal specialties and global supply chains. Episodes blend practical buying, storage, and cooking tips with industry context, trade insights, and friendly banter, often featuring guests who are deeply embedded in growing, marketing, or promoting specific fruits and vegetables. The show stands out for its hands-on consumer guidance paired with insider perspectives on commodity boards, logistics, and sustainability, all delivered in an approachable, banter-filled format that keeps listeners informed and entertained.

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1. Theresa Nolan
2. Laura Radigan
3. Gary Caloroso
4. Ozan Ozaskinli
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7. Dana Rady
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