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Strong Source

Strong Source
Commodity Trading
Cargill
Cocoa
Commodities
Risk Management
Oil Trading
Grain Markets
Sustainability
Leadership
Sugar
Ospraie Capital Management
Geopolitics
Futures Trading
Tiger Management
Paul Tudor Jones
2008 Financial Crisis
Tom Kopczynski
Psychology In Trading
Covid-19
Agriculture

Our mission with the Strong Source podcast is to educate and inform, by creating a community where experts and guests from the entire commodity industry can share their unique perspectives. Martijn, ex-cacao trader, and Alexander, ex-dairy trader and founder of Vesper, have a deep-passion for this industry, which inspired them to start this venture: "We’ll be sharing our personal experiences, the ... more

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In this episode, we speak with Moritz Seibert and Moritz Heiden, founder of Takahe Capital, about quantitative trading, systematic investment strategies, and how data-driven approaches are used to navigate commodity markets. They share insights on mo... more

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In this episode of Strong Source, we're joined by Jan Kees van der Wild, board member at VA Inter Trading and former senior leader at ADM, Bunge, Volcafe and EDF Man, for one of the most remarkable career stories we've had on the show.

Jan Kees take... more

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In this episode, we welcome Anthony Britain, a commodity risk management expert with experience at Tesco, Unilever, and Swiss retail group Migros. Anthony shares what it was really like managing Unilever's vegetable oils book during the Ukraine invas... more

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In this episode of Strong Source, we’re joined by Nicholas Bond, Buying Director at ALDI South Group, for our first conversation with a retailer guest. Nicholas takes us inside the world of retail buying, from how ALDI manages own-label pricing and s... more

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Recent Guests

Moritz Heiden
Co-founder of Takahe Capital
Takahe Capital
Episode: Episode 33 - with Moritz Heiden and Moritz Seibert
Moritz Seibert
Co-founder of Takahe Capital
Takahe Capital
Episode: Episode 33 - with Moritz Heiden and Moritz Seibert
Jan Kees van der Wild
Commodity trading executive with a long career at ADM, Bunge, Volcafe, EDF Man
Independent board member and adviser
Episode: Episode 32 - with Jan Kees van der Wild
Anthony Britton
Guest with extensive background in commodity risk management and retail procurement
Former Tesco, Nestlé, Compass, Unilever; current Migros role
Episode: Episode 31 - with Anthony Britton
Nicholas Bond
Buying Director in Global Sourcing at ALDI South Group
ALDI
Episode: Episode 30 with Nicholas Bond
Alfonso Peccatiello
Hedge fund manager and macroeconomist
The Macro Compass
Episode: Episode 29 with Alfonso Peccatiello
Gert-Jan van den Akker
Former Executive Vice President at Cargill and board member at Alveon
Cargill
Episode: Episode 28 with Gert-Jan van den Akker
Denis Zaica
Chief Trading Officer of FincoEnergies, former trader at Cargill with a strong background in commodities.
FincoEnergies
Episode: Episode 26 with Denis Zaica
Martijn Noordhoek
Head of marketing and global supply chain at Viterra
Viterra
Episode: Episode 25 with Martijn Noordhoek

Hosts

Martijn Bron
Co-host of Strong Source; extensive experience in commodity trading; frequently discusses market dynamics and trading strategy.
Alexander Sterk
Co-host of Strong Source; background in dairy trading and leadership roles within the commodity space.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 254 ratings
  • The Big Picture

    I found out about Martjin on LinkedIn and this podcast. The podcast is very well done. I am interested in the topics because I work directly with farmers and am interested in learning about the bigger markets picture. I would love to hear a podcast guest talk about fertilizer trading if that is possible.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DanBonetti
    United Statesa year ago
  • Reputable and Solid

    Fantastic podcast all around. Professional, cogent and easy to listen to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MG Roth
    United States2 years ago

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The show is well produced and professional.
Guests are credible and deeply knowledgeable about markets and supply chains.
Content is practical and actionable for people in trading and procurement.
Topics cover a broad range of commodities with up-to-date insights.
The host team comes across as experienced and trustworthy.

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Episode 33 - with Moritz Heiden and Moritz Seibert
Q: What is the fun part of what you do, and how do you balance research with execution?
Research and idea generation are the most enjoyable parts, while execution becomes a disciplined, almost routine process; the thrill comes from deploying robust strategies and watching them perform over time, rather than chasing daily moves.
Episode 33 - with Moritz Heiden and Moritz Seibert
Q: How do you engineer the system that gives you the signals to execute the trades?
There is no single equation; instead, we design ensembles of robust, probabilistic systems that capture long-term trends across many markets, prioritizing edge and resilience over overfitting, and we test them in live deployment with strict control and gradual scaling.
Episode 32 - with Jan Kees van der Wild
Q: How did you handle a sudden layoff and what did you learn about leadership through that experience?
Being told I didn't have a job anymore after years of success forced a hard, humbling reckoning about loyalty, arrogance, and the need to continuously adapt and grow.
Episode 32 - with Jan Kees van der Wild
Q: What prompted the first major switch in your career from ADM to Bunge, and was it your choice?
It was not my choice; the move came from the company decision, which underscored how corporate dynamics can steer a career as much as personal preference.
Episode 31 - with Anthony Britton
Q: What does a day look like for someone in commodity risk at Migros compared to Tesco?
Migros focuses more on centralized advisory work with exposure mapping and renegotiations, while Tesco involved more hands-on trading and direct supplier engagements; the day varies from strategic mapping and governance to supplier negotiations and quick wins.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Strong Source

What is Strong Source about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on commodities, trading dynamics, and the people shaping global markets. Across episodes, the conversations cover dairy, sugar, energy, and macro factors influencing prices, with a strong emphasis on practical lessons, supply chains, risk management, and long-term supplier relationships. Guests range from former industry leaders to current traders and executives, offering candid career insights, market fundamentals, and predictions about how policy, inflation, and geopolitical events drive opportunities and risks in commodities. Its practical, practitioner-focused approach plus a penchant for real-world narratives makes it useful for listeners seeking actionable takeaways, career guidance, or sponsorship that aligns with a... more

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1. Moritz Heiden
2. Moritz Seibert
3. Jan Kees van der Wild
4. Anthony Britton
5. Nicholas Bond
6. Alfonso Peccatiello
7. Gert-Jan van den Akker
8. Denis Zaica

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