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The Spoon Podcast

Michael Wolf
Food Robotics
Cultivated Meat
Smart Kitchen Summit 2024
Food Tech Funding
Food Tech
Induction Cooktops
Agfundr
Digital Transformation In Restaurants
Personalized Nutrition
Robotics
Food Technology
Consumer Technology
Chefee
Energy Storage
Nimble
Food Assembly Automation
Consumer Insights
Sharkninja
Chef Robotics
Keurig

Join host Michael Wolf as he explores the world of food, ag and how innovation is changing what we eat.

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In this episode, Mike is joined by Tim Beissinger (CTO of Heritable) and Charlie Andersen (CEO of Burro) to explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping agriculture. The conversation explores everything from AI-driven plant breeding to how autono... more

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In this episode, Michael talks with Arturo Elizondo, founder and CEO of The EVERY Company, about the company’s nationwide rollout inside Walmart products, its $55 million Series D fundraise, and the strategic shift toward becoming a “boring but sexy”... more

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In this episode of The Spoon Podcast, registered dietitian and longtime CNN food journalist Carolyn O’Neil joins Mike to traverse the fiberverse and discuss the growing trend of fibermaxxing. Carolyn discusses the science behind different types of fi... more

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In this episode, Michael talks with Eliot Horowitz, founder of MongoDB and now CEO of Viam, about why the physical world is lagging behind the AI revolution and how Viam is building the foundational platform robotics has been missing.

Eliot shares w... more

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Recent Guests

Tim Beissinger
CTO of Heritable, focusing on plant genetics and AI applications in agriculture
Heritable
Episode: How AI is Changing Agriculture
Charlie Andersen
CEO of Burro, a robotics company focused on outdoor agricultural tasks
Burro
Episode: How AI is Changing Agriculture
Carolyn O'Neil
Registered dietitian and longtime CNN reporter
Episode: Traversing the Fiberverse With Carolyn O'Neil
Nicole Papantoniou
Director of the Kitchen Appliances Lab at Good Housekeeping
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Episode: Behind The Scenes at the Good Housekeeping Appliance Lab
Jasmin Hume
CEO of Shiru, an AI-first ingredients company
Shiru
Episode: Are Food Companies Really Embracing AI?
Steve Statler
CEO and co-founder of AMBAI, an expert in Ambient Artificial Intelligence and IoT technologies
AMBAI
Episode: The Good (and Bad) of AI-Powered Food Tracking Systems
Zach Rash
Co-founder and CEO of Coco Robotics
Coco Robotics
Episode: From Surfer to Robot Delivery CEO With Coco's Zach Rash
Amy Taylor
CEO of Zevia, a company specializing in zero sugar sodas
Zevia PBC
Episode: Leading a Better for You Brand in 2025 With Zevia's Amy Taylor
Andrew Shakman
CEO of Leanpath
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Episode: Live From ReFED 2025: Leanpath's Andrew Shakman on Food Waste's Second Act

Host

Michael Wolf
Host of this podcast, deeply involved in exploring innovations in food technology and industry trends.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 44 ratings
  • Good overview of what you should know in food tech

    The Spoon Podcast is a good way to stay on top of the latest food tech news. Every time I think I’m fully caught up, they bring up a story I hadn’t heard about. The hosts break down complicated topics so they’re easy to follow. It’s great for keeping informed without feeling overloaded.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SandieLyn
    United Statesa year ago
  • Amazing

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    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tommmmnmmmmmmy
    United States6 years ago
  • Fingers on the Pulse

    Amazing podcast for anyone interested in the space where food meets technology. Michael Wolf's conversations with the movers and shakers in the industry are more than informative, they provide thoughtful insights into the types of problems that people are working to solve today.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BoyNamedSous
    United States9 years ago
  • Love it

    Great show looking at both food tech and connected home. Now I need to make my kitchen smart. Too bad it won’t make me a better cook.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tlmcclurg
    United States10 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the podcast for its ability to keep them informed about the latest trends in food technology.
The insightful discussions with industry leaders provide clarity on complex topics, making them accessible to a wider audience.
The engaging format and diverse guest appearances are frequently praised, as they enhance the quality of information presented.

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How AI is Changing Agriculture
Q: Tim, can you tell us more about how you guys do or overcome boundaries related to integration of multiomics data for breeding prediction?
Integrating data from various sources such as genomics and transcriptomics is achievable with current AI models, allowing us to fit together messy datasets effectively.
How AI is Changing Agriculture
Q: Charlie, do you partner with other agricultural machine companies like John Deere or do you consider yourself a company not in the same category?
We sell through some of their dealerships, but I don't think we're viewed as a threat. Our partnership is mainly through dealership channels.
Reinventing the Egg With The EVERY Company's Arturo Elizondo
Q: What advice would you give to other founders who are trying to make a significant impact?
Do your homework upfront to retire risks and focus on building a business that has a clear path to profitability.
Reinventing the Egg With The EVERY Company's Arturo Elizondo
Q: Were you just seeing things like COVID and the breaking of the supply chains, and you just needed to start positioning it different?
Yes, the pandemic emphasized the instability of the supply chains, making customers more receptive to our product as a stable alternative.
Reinventing the Egg With The EVERY Company's Arturo Elizondo
Q: What do you make versus an egg that comes from a chicken?
We use microorganisms that naturally produce protein, feeding them DNA that codes for specific proteins, then fermenting them to produce egg protein.

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Focused on the intersection of food and technology, this podcast offers insights into how innovations in various sectors are reshaping the way we grow, prepare, and consume food. Discussions often feature industry experts, including CEOs and leaders from food tech companies, providing detailed analysis on the impact of artificial intelligence, automation, and sustainability practices within the food industry. Unique themes include the future of kitchen appliances, the role of AI in food production, and the evolving landscape of food safety, making it especially appealing to those interested in how technology can address contemporary challenges in food systems.

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Recent guests on The Spoon Podcast include:

1. Tim Beissinger
2. Charlie Andersen
3. Carolyn O'Neil
4. Nicole Papantoniou
5. Jasmin Hume
6. Steve Statler
7. Zach Rash
8. Amy Taylor

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