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Greg Jaffe, president of Jaffe Policy Consulting, joins host Megan Thomas and shares his extensive experience in food and agricultural technology regulation, exploring how policy adapts to innovation, the importance of transparency, and the future of FoodTech in the US.

In the inaugural episode of Season 3, Laine Clark from Big Idea Ventures joins our host Megan Thomas to share insights on food innovation, investment strategies, and the future of FoodTech. Explore how startups can navigate funding, technology development, and market entry in this rapidly evolving sector.

Send us Fan Mail Guest Damien Perriman, CCO of eXoZymes, joins host Megan Thomas to talk about eXoZymes origins as a platform biotechnology company to a product-led business. Damien pulls back the curtain on the science behind their metabolic health nutraceutical, the realities of navigating an IPO, and the go-to-market strategy powering their next phase of growth. Support the show Follow FoodTech Stories on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. FoodTech Stories is edited by TJG Media.

Send us Fan Mail Guest CEO Jordan Schenck joins host Megan Thomas to share how her startup, Flashfood, is turning retailers’ surplus food into savings instead of landfill waste. In this episode, they unpack how quality, affordability, and smart technology come together on the Flashfood platform to cut food waste and put discounted groceries within reach for everyday shoppers. Support the show Follow FoodTech Stories on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. FoodTech Stories is edited by TJG Media.

Send us Fan Mail Guest CEO & Founder Kathryn Cook joins host Megan Thomas to talk about her startup NuCicer, a crop improvement and design company that's trying to unlock the full potential of the nutrient-dense chickpea. The episode delves into how NuCicer was shaped by the COVID-19 pandemic and the opportunities that exist in the current crop infrastructure. Support the show Follow FoodTech Stories on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. FoodTech Stories is edited by TJG Media.

Send us Fan Mail FoodTech pioneer and podcaster Adam Yee joins host Megan Thomas to talk about how the FoodTech landscape is changing. Support the show Follow FoodTech Stories on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. FoodTech Stories is edited by TJG Media.

Send us Fan Mail Guest CEO & Co-Founder Fengmin Gong of Metafoodx joins host Megan Thomas to talk about how his startup's platform is helping universities and restaurants to run more efficiently, reducing food waste in the process. The episode delves into the technology solution that this seed stage firm has crafted, how they're getting input from chefs and operators, and what the commercial kitchen of the future might look like, with humans and robots working together to deliver enjoyable dining experiences. Support the show Follow FoodTech Stories on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. FoodTech Stories is edited by TJG Media.

Send us Fan Mail Only 1 in 10 American adults get the recommended daily amount of fruits and vegetables each day. What if an in-home gardening system enabled by AI could change that? Gardyn Founder & CEO FX Rouxel joins the podcast to discuss how his company is helping people to grow fresh produce year round in their homes. Plus, we discuss the importance of aesthetics in addition to system design, and how Gardyn's products encourage kids to learn more about where their food comes from. Support the show! https://www.buzzsprout.com/2319920/supporters/new Support the show Follow FoodTech Stories on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. FoodTech Stories is edited by TJG Media.

Send us Fan Mail Is upcycling about to have its moment? With renewed focus on the global ingredient supply chain, what role can companies like NETZRO play in connecting food processors and brand builders? Sue Marshall, the Founder and CEO of Twin Cities-based NETZRO, joins host Megan Thomas to discuss how her firm has designed processing equipment specifically for upcycling, how it is connecting leaders across the value chain, and the role that certification plays in building consumer trust. Support the show! https://www.buzzsprout.com/2319920/supporters/new Support the show Follow FoodTech Stories on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. FoodTech Stories is edited by TJG Media.

Send us Fan Mail Few crops have the climate impact that palm and soybean do today. Kathleen Alexander, Co-Founder & CEO of Savor, a FoodTech startup developing new types of sustainable fats and oils, joins host Megan Thomas in this episode. Hear more about how Savor was launched out of a regional incubator, how the firm is partnering with chefs and restaurants, and how Alexander uses her training in materials science to drive FoodTech innovation. Support the show! https://www.buzzsprout.com/2319920/supporters/new Support the show Follow FoodTech Stories on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. FoodTech Stories is edited by TJG Media.

Send us Fan Mail Foodini Founder & CEO Dylan McDonnell joins host Megan Thomas to discuss how a celiac disease diagnosis gave him a keen awareness of the challenges of avoiding allergens while eating out. Learn how he combined his personal journey with a career in Big Law to found Foodini, a startup with a unique platform that helps restaurants to provide up-to-date data on potential allergens, and to help diners to understand which restaurants or venues cater to eating styles like keto or vegetarian. Support the show Follow FoodTech Stories on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. FoodTech Stories is edited by TJG Media.

Send us Fan Mail Leaft Foods CEO Ross Milne joins host Megan Thomas to talk about Rubisco, an enzyme found in green leaves that is rich in protein. The New Zealand-based firm has developed a product called the Leaft Blade, a portable fuel shot designed for performance athletes.  Support the show! https://www.buzzsprout.com/2319920/supporters/new  Podcast listeners in the US & NZ can get 20% off with the code FOODTECH at leaftblade.com. Support the show Follow FoodTech Stories on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. FoodTech Stories is edited by TJG Media.

Send us Fan Mail Consumer trust is increasingly connected to verifiable product claims, says Novi Connect Co-Founder & CEO Kimberly Shenk in this episode. Shenk sits down with host Megan Thomas to talk about the key role that data, AI, and GPTs are playing in how consumers learn about and choose the products they buy. Plus, find out about the surprising type of claim that can be the most difficult to define and verify, and how Shenk's early start in the Air Force shapes her leadership style. Support the show Follow FoodTech Stories on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. FoodTech Stories is edited by TJG Media.

Send us Fan Mail Food Impact Partners Founder & CEO Noga Golan joins host Megan Thomas to discuss the skills and mindsets that are in demand in today's FoodTech market. Noga shares key watch-outs to look out for when filling senior leadership roles, as well as how to recruit new talent to enhance a startup's positioning and business strategy. Support the show! https://www.buzzsprout.com/2319920/supporters/new Support the show Follow FoodTech Stories on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. FoodTech Stories is edited by TJG Media.

Send us Fan Mail Maia Farms Co-Founder and CEO Gavin Schneider joins host Megan Thomas to discuss how his firm envisions a world where protein is produced indoors through a distributed system, at scale. The episode goes deep into mycelium and its applications as a functional protein, how the revenue-generating Canadian firm is partnering to scale, and how the Maia Farms team is delivering on its mission by partnering with a major local food bank. Support the show Follow FoodTech Stories on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. FoodTech Stories is edited by TJG Media.