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The Food Institute Podcast

The Food Institute Podcast
Food Service Industry
Food Service Distribution
Pepsico
Sustainability
Summer Fancy Food Show
Amazon
Food Service
Glp-1 Medications
Covid-19
Category Management
Merchandising
Gordon Food Service
Food Services
Grocery Stores
Supply Chain Management
Chick-Fil-a
Hooters
General Mills
Digital Engagement
Consumer Health Trends

The Food Institute Podcast leverages the Food Institute's 90-plus-year history to provide actionable information and insight to food industry professionals.

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Latest Episodes

In this episode of Food for Thought Leadership, Food Institute vice president of content and client relationships Chris Campbell sits down with Barry Thomas, senior thought leader at Kantar, to unpack the rapid rise of agentic AI — a new class of AI ... more

In this week's food industry news in 2 minutes, we examine how GLP-1 weight-loss drugs are reshaping consumer habits in rather unique ways heading into 2026.

In this episode of The Food For Thought Leadership podcast, CEO Mike Messersmith unpacks how Lasso’s SpinTech — dubbed “an advanced cotton candy machine” — could revolutionize food texture, ingredient flexibility, and sustainability. About Mike Messe... more

In this week's food industry news in 2 minutes, we examine the latest Gen Z drinking trend that's poised to impact the alcohol industry.

In this week's food industry news in 2 minutes, we examine the latest in the vertical farming category.

This Episode is Sponsored by: Performance Foodservice How important is it as a food distributor to build a brand for foodservice – especially since consumers may never see or recognize it? Mike Seidel, vice president of procurement at Performance Foo... more

In this week's food industry news in 2 minutes, we examine the roots of the deadly Listeria outbreak that has impacted several U.S. states.

Food for Thought Leadership co-host Chris Campbell sits down with Robyn Carter, founder and CEO of Jump Rope Innovation, to explore the concept of the “return to real” in today’s food industry. With so much of life filtered through screens, algorithm... more

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Recent Guests

Mike Seidel
Vice President of Procurement at Performance Foodservice Corporate
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Episode: The Art of Building a Brand for Foodservice
Robyn Carter
CEO and founder of Jump Rope Innovation
Jump Rope Innovation
Episode: Food for Thought Leadership: The Return to Real with Robyn Carter
Valda Coryat
North America vice president of marketing for condiments and sauces at McCormick
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Episode: The Future of Flavor: McCormick’s Recipe for Innovation
Deepali Palta
Vice President of Global R&D, Innovation and Sustainability at Kellanova, with extensive experience in the food industry.
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Episode: Food for Thought Leadership: Kellanova's Deepali Palta on AI, Sustainability, and Growth
TJ Wolfe
CFO of Wayne-Sanderson Farms
Wayne-Sanderson Farms
Episode: Chicken, Consumers & Change: A Poultry Market Overview
Mike Kostyo
Vice President at Menu Matters, a consulting firm dedicated to the food industry.
Menu Matters
Episode: Food for Thought Leadership: Nostalgia vs. Novelty with Mike Kostyo
Preeti Shah
Consul General of the US Consulate General in Dusseldorf, Germany, focuses on promoting US exports and strengthening economic ties.
US Department of State
Episode: Culinary Innovation at Anuga 2025: The Flavor Fusion Culinary Showdown
Nikki Jackson
Program Director at World Food Championships, focusing on culinary competitions and promoting US ingredients.
World Food Championships
Episode: Culinary Innovation at Anuga 2025: The Flavor Fusion Culinary Showdown
JP Hartmann
Director of Anuga with extensive experience in the food and beverage sector.
Anuga
Episode: The Intersection of U.S. and International Food Trends

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Kelly Beaton
Chief Content Officer at Food Institute, focusing on delivering insightful content related to the food industry.
Chris Campbell
Host of The Food Institute Podcast, providing expert commentary and analysis on food industry trends.

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Food For Thought Leadership: How Lasso is Reinventing Food Manufacturing
Q: Can you give us a sneak peek of the soon-to-be-announced brands that we'll be launching under Lasso's SpinTech?
Messersmith describes a focus on snacks, particularly high protein chips and fruit snacks that appeal to health-conscious parents and kids.
Food For Thought Leadership: How Lasso is Reinventing Food Manufacturing
Q: How might this flexibility reshape how CPG companies think about sourcing, formulation, or even waste reduction?
Messersmith explains that Lasso's technology allows for flexibility in ingredient sourcing, which can lead to reducing agricultural waste and meeting local preferences.
Food For Thought Leadership: How Lasso is Reinventing Food Manufacturing
Q: What lessons or perspectives are you taking from your experience at Oatly and applying to your new role?
Messersmith shares about the importance of creating something new and the excitement of seeing consumers experience mind-blowing product innovations.
The Art of Building a Brand for Foodservice
Q: Which consumer demographic is really resonating with Mediterranean cuisine right now?
The youth in colleges and universities shows a strong interest, alongside bar and grill establishments.
The Art of Building a Brand for Foodservice
Q: How difficult has it been for you guys to source ingredients with the current tariff situations?
It's been fluid and challenging, impacting costs and availability of products from around the world.

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Focusing on significant trends and developments within the food industry, this podcast features insights from industry experts and discussions on various topics that affect food production, distribution, and consumption. Episodes often cover major food brands, regulatory changes, marketing strategies, and consumer behavior shifts, aiming to provide actionable information for professionals in the food sector. Its unique angle rests on blending current events with strategic insights, making it a vital resource for stakeholders in the food industry who are seeking to stay ahead of market trends and challenges.

Listeners can expect a combination of breaking news, industry analysis, and expert interviews that highlight both domestic and interna... more

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1. Mike Seidel
2. Robyn Carter
3. Valda Coryat
4. Deepali Palta
5. TJ Wolfe
6. Mike Kostyo
7. Preeti Shah
8. Nikki Jackson

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