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Taste Radio

BevNET Inc.
Whole Foods
Beverage Industry
Functional Beverages
Target
Consumer Packaged Goods
Entrepreneurship
Bevnet
Food and Beverage Industry
Non-Alcoholic Beverages
Pepsico
Bevnet Live
Expo West
Nombase
Acquisition Of Poppi
Sauz
Olive Oil
California
Covid-19
Winter Fancy Fair
Caulipower

The top podcast for anyone building a business in food or beverage, BevNET's Taste Radio features interviews with the leaders and rising stars of our fast-evolving industry. The shows also include discussion on emerging trends, innovation and news of the week from our regular cadre of hosts from the BevNET and NOSH teams. Tell us what you think at ask@tasteradio.com. You can also email us if you a... more

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Latest Episodes

As consumers rethink traditional beverage alcohol, where should founders look for the next big opportunity? And what separates a promising brand from one that investors are eager to back?

In this episode, explore the rapid growth of RTD cocktails, ... more

In the latest episode of Taste Radio's Elevator Talk, leaders from four emerging CPG brands -- Noodo, Ciao, Beest Snacks and Guac Shop -- introduce their businesses, share what's changed since launch and offer a look at where they're headed next.

J... more

Growth can expose every weakness in a business, from cash flow and hiring to product focus and decision-making. For founders, knowing how to scale without losing control may be the hardest part of building a brand.

In this episode, Celsius CEO John... more

Can a brand be too good at being disruptive?

Liquid Death built a billion-dollar business by challenging convention, but as its collaborations multiply and its products move beyond water, some are questioning whether the brand has lost its edge. W... more

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Recent Guests

Matt Gallira
Founder and CEO of Big Mozz
Big Mozz
Episode: The 'Big' Case for Doing Less (and Selling More) in CPG
James Clark
Co-founder of Brucato Spirits, a California craft distillery.
Brucato Spirits
Episode: Trendspotting At U.K. Whole Foods & An Erewhon-Ish Retailer
Dane Harvey
Co-founder and CEO of NuMuti
NuMuti
Episode: Going Up? What These Pitches Reveal About Breakout Potential.
Hector Diaz
Founder and CEO of Aire and co-founder of In Good Spirits
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Myles Schwartz
Founder of Bare Brew
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Claire Ridge
Founder of Ridge Consulting and co-founder of Luna Bay
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Josh Small
Founder and CEO of Nomaro
Nomaro
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Zainab Fashola
Founder and CEO of ZZAI
ZZAI
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Steve Fink
Vice president of marketing at PLT Health Solutions
PLT Health Solutions
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Hosts

Ray Latif
Host and editor/producer with BevNET/Taste Radio roots; covers industry trends, brand stories, and market analysis.
John Craven
Co-host and recurring contributor; focuses on brand storytelling, retail dynamics, and industry news.
Melissa Travers
Co-host and contributor; covers brand-building insights, product strategy, and market trends.
Mike Schneider
Co-host and contributor; discusses underwriting growth strategies, retail execution, and investor perspectives.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 245 ratings
  • THE place to get the tea!

    This podcast is our window into the culture and trends across the industry…no digging for the scoop, it’s all here. The one for all industry participants.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NuMuti team
    United States17 days ago
  • Pulse of Bevvy CPG

    HAVE to keep up as a bev founder. Love having this on when WFH / driving to stay up to date.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KrisMT
    United States4 months ago
  • Best CPG podcast

    I was never into podcasts but as a CPG founder it kind of grew on me

    The best one out there

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Yaza Labneh
    United States4 months ago
  • Insightful and entertaining

    We’ve really enjoyed listening to this podcast as a start-up brand, from the guests to the dynamics of each host. They’re super tapped into what founders want to know!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    angie, umma juice
    United States4 months ago
  • Excellent podcast

    I’ve been listening to this podcast for quite an awhile. The host is clearly experienced and does great interviews and the production quality is top-notch.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Spanaran
    United States4 months ago

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Production quality and interview style are consistently praised.
Guests bring a mix of operators and investors, with strong emphasis on practical lessons for brand growth.
Audience values actionable, founder-focused insights and honest feedback from guests.

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Trendspotting At U.K. Whole Foods & An Erewhon-Ish Retailer
Q: How do you think about building a business that could scale to a point where acquisition could be in its future? And is that something that's ever been in your purview?
Clark says the company was not founded to be acquired. Brucato aims to stay true to its goals, grow steadily and sustainably, and focus on markets it can actively support.
Trendspotting At U.K. Whole Foods & An Erewhon-Ish Retailer
Q: How do they all fit into your communication strategy?
Clark says Brucato emphasizes full ingredient transparency, makes ingredient lists available, and welcomes customers into its San Francisco distillery to see how the products are made.
The 'Big' Case for Doing Less (and Selling More) in CPG
Q: Do you ever think about going beyond mozzarella sticks and the opportunity that might be out there for Big Mozz in other categories and the potential for taking your eye off the ball?
Gallira says the company spent years focused on one product before adding flavors and new forms. It now sees itself as a premium frozen appetizer brand, but expands only when new products fit its quality, flavor and price principles.
The 'Big' Case for Doing Less (and Selling More) in CPG
Q: Why did you feel like retail would be the best opportunity?
Gallira says food service was Big Mozz's first channel and now represents 80% of its business. It creates product trial at restaurants and venues, builds purchasing scale, and helps the company offer competitive retail pricing.
ALOHA's $200M Turnaround: Why Disciplined Growth Wins
Q: How do you go from trial to loyalty, especially in a category that's as crowded and as competitive and as confusing sometimes as protein bars?
Charron says the complete experience must deliver on taste, texture, nutrition and reliable execution. The brand must avoid giving consumers a reason to switch, since consistent quality builds trust and repeat purchases.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Taste Radio

What is Taste Radio about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Taste Radio focuses on the business of food and beverage, featuring in-depth conversations with founders, investors, and industry leaders about brand building, funding, retail strategy, and market trends. Episodes frequently cover faster-growing segments (CPG, functional snacks, non-alcoholic beverages, and better-for-you formats), packaging and go-to-market tactics, and real-world retailer dynamics (major chains, regional players, and omni-channel strategies). Notable throughlines include investor perspectives on fundable concepts, the impact of data and AI on the three-tier system, and balance between premium storytelling and practical tactics for scaling brands. The show often weaves in event/news updates and practical takeaways for foun... more

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1. CPG Week by BevNET & Nosh
2. CPG Operator Podcast
3. How I Built This with Guy Raz
4. Acquired
5. All-In with Chamath, Jason, Sacks & Friedberg

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Recent guests on Taste Radio include:

1. Matt Gallira
2. James Clark
3. Dane Harvey
4. Hector Diaz
5. Myles Schwartz
6. Claire Ridge
7. Josh Small
8. Zainab Fashola

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