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In this episode:
On this episode of the CPG Week podcast, BevNET managing editor Martín Caballero joins senior reporter Brad Avery to talk about the ongoing impact of the UNFI cyberattack, investment in podcast-backed beverage brands, the rebirth of co-packer Joriki Beverages and what’s next for beer distributors after the Alani Nu acquisition.
Show Highlights:
0:15 - CPG brands are starting to prepare for the implications of UNFI’s cyberattack a few weeks ago. Brad discusses what Nosh has learned so far in talking with founders, stakeholders and experts.
1:30 - Marty describes the recent raise by influencer-backed cognitive beverage brand Neutonic. The hosts discuss why there appears to be a synergy between celebrity podcasters and the beverage business.
4:30 - Co-manufacturer Joriki Beverages is readying to reopen after the founder of Reed’s Ginger Beer, Chris Reed, acquired the recently-shuttered aseptic beverage production facility in Pittston, Pa.
6:30 - How are beer distributors approaching the potential loss of Alani Nu from their portfolios? The team discusses what they are hearing.
10:00 - On the lighter side, Brad and Marty talk about Star Wars-themed Coke cans and Taco Bell’s bet on beverages.
About CPG Week
CPG Week is the podcast that explores the latest happenings in the consumer packaged goods industry. Join our seasoned reporting team as they dish out the week’s stories in quick, easy-to-digest episodes. Catch up on the top headlines of the week, dive into exclusive insights with the BevNET and Nosh teams, and set yourself up to make more informed business decisions. Tune in to stay up-to-date on the latest developments in the dynamic world of packaged food and beverage.
New episodes are released every week. Send us comments and suggestions anytime to [email protected].
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In this episode:
On the CPG Week podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Lukas Southard discuss the latest update on low-carb bread maker BetterBrand, a new investment for Momofuku Goods, IPO rumors for Jennifer Garner’s children’s food brand and why one frozen novelties maker is throwing in the towel on its kids’ drinks.
Show Highlights:
0:15 - BetterBrand’s founder Aimee Yang appears to be on the lam, after a number of suppliers and service providers have claimed Yang’s low-carb baked goods business owes them significant amounts of money.
3:00 - Restaurateur David Chang’s CPG brand Momofuku Goods has raised a new tranche of capital from previous investors. The $27 million investment comes after raising nearly $30 million in 2023 and will go towards supporting its retail expansion.
5:30 - Is Once Upon A Farm going public? Monica briefly explains what we know so far about the potential IPO for the kid nutrition brand.
6:45 - Lukas explains why frozen treat maker GoodPop is winding down its sparkling juice beverages as it refocuses on its core line of popsicles and ice cream bars.
8:45 - On a lighter note, the duo goes through how Mars is elevating the Snickers-eating occasion and Coors Light’s refrigerated tie concept before teasing the upcoming Summer Fancy Food Show.
About CPG Week
CPG Week is the podcast that explores the latest happenings in the consumer packaged goods industry. Join our seasoned reporting team as they dish out the week’s stories in quick, easy-to-digest episodes. Catch up on the top headlines of the week, dive into exclusive insights with the BevNET and Nosh teams, and set yourself up to make more informed business decisions. Tune in to stay up-to-date on the latest developments in the dynamic world of packaged food and beverage.
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In this episode:
This week, the podcast team digs into the disruption caused by a cyberattack on wholesaler UNFI’s information technology systems last week. Next, the hosts discuss Taste Tomorrow Ventures’ first food investment and why sour candy is whetting investor appetites lately. Finally, the podcasters highlight a soccer star's foray into the consumer packaged goods field and a beverage brand's latest partnerships.
Show Highlights:
0:15 - A cyberattack hobbled wholesale distributor UNFI last week, leaving many bare shelves at grocery stores across the country. Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous details the company’s recovery efforts and shares tips for brands affected by the disruption.
3:20 - L.A. Libations’ Taste Tomorrow Ventures invested in candy brand Better Sour. Senior reporter Brad Avery unpacks the reasoning behind the investment and how the startup plans to spend its new cash.
6:00 - Soccer legend David Beckham has launched a new snack venture targeting the overlooked market of youth sports. Monica highlights the brand’s go-to-market strategy and future product development plans.
8:00 - Speaking of soccer, Yerba Madre – the beverage brand formerly known as Guayaki – has kicked off some new sponsorship deals with football clubs and events. Brad details all the new marketing plays from the brand since unveiling its new identity earlier this year.
10:35 - Monica and Brad talk about a “hard seltzer that goes hard,” Liquid Death’s latest clapback, and dill pickle ramen noodles.
About CPG Week
CPG Week is the podcast that explores the latest happenings in the consumer packaged goods industry. Join our seasoned reporting team as they dish out the week’s stories in quick, easy-to-digest episodes. Catch up on the top headlines of the week, dive into exclusive insights with the BevNET and Nosh teams, and set yourself up to make more informed business decisions. Tune in to stay up-to-date on the latest developments in the dynamic world of packaged food and beverage.
New episodes are released every week. Send us comments and suggestions anytime to [email protected].
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In this episode:
This week, the podcast team explores an antitrust lawsuit centered around protein bar David’s acquisition of its supplier Epogee. Next, the hosts look toward regulatory headwinds in hemp drinks and why there are signs of optimism despite retail setbacks. Finally, the team looks at candy maker Joyride’s new $30 million funding round before discussing the future of plant-based cheese.
Show Highlights:
0:15 - Three brands are suing Peter Rahaal’s David brand for monopolizing the novel ingredient EPG.
2:00 - While Texas and other states institute new restrictions on intoxicating hemp beverages, startup brands are beginning to see more investor interest in backing the category. Senior reporter Lukas Southard explains how BRĒZ is platforming around function and “feeling good” to add new retail doors.
5:45 - Is better-for-you candy having a moment? Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous explains why the $30 million round raised by Joyride (formerly Project 7) proves there is a lot of opportunity in sour sweets.
7:00 - The Bel Group announced it will be shutting down its plant-based brand Nurishh last week. Lukas digs into what is happening in the vegan cheese set.
9:00 - In other news, Monica and Lukas talk mayo-themed weddings, marathon drinks and Once Upon A Farm’s new apparel line.
About CPG Week
CPG Week is the podcast that explores the latest happenings in the consumer packaged goods industry. Join our seasoned reporting team as they dish out the week’s stories in quick, easy-to-digest episodes. Catch up on the top headlines of the week, dive into exclusive insights with the BevNET and Nosh teams, and set yourself up to make more informed business decisions. Tune in to stay up-to-date on the latest developments in the dynamic world of packaged food and beverage.
New episodes are released every week. Send us comments and suggestions anytime to [email protected].
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In this episode:
This week, the podcast team discusses the merger of two legacy cheesemakers and the exit of a major beverage alcohol distributor from a key spirits market. Next, the hosts dig into the debut of digitally-native supplement brand AG1 in physical retail and explore why the news of an energy drink startup’s new investor brings fresh opportunities for its growth goals.
Show Highlights:
0:15 - Two cheese makers are having a pretty gouda week. Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous unwraps the details of Sartori’s acquisition of organic cheese and butter producer Rumiano.
1:30 - The country’s second-largest beverage-alcohol distributor, Republic National Distributing Company (RNDC), is shuttering its operations in California after losing several major suppliers. Senior reporter Lukas Southard explains what this could spell for the industry.
2:40 - AG1, formerly Athletic Greens, is making its first foray onto retail shelves. Monica shares why the supplement brand’s new Costco partnership is a big deal.
4:35 - InvestBev Group announced it was one of the investors in Lucky Energy’s latest $14.2 million round. Lukas explains how the private equity firm plans to support the beverage startup in a growing but competitive category.
6:30 - Mike’s Hot Honey partners with Burt’s Bees on lip balm, Hefty introduces birthday cake scented trash bags, and the founder of a premium spice company spotted his brand’s items in a popular television show.
About CPG Week
CPG Week is the podcast that explores the latest happenings in the consumer packaged goods industry. Join our seasoned reporting team as they dish out the week’s stories in quick, easy-to-digest episodes. Catch up on the top headlines of the week, dive into exclusive insights with the BevNET and Nosh teams, and set yourself up to make more informed business decisions. Tune in to stay up-to-date on the latest developments in the dynamic world of packaged food and beverage.
New episodes are released every week. Send us comments and suggestions anytime to [email protected].
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In this episode:
This week, the podcast team discusses big moves by protein bar startup David, plus industry reactions to the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) Commission’s recent report on ultraprocessed foods, fermented foods maker Cleveland Kitchen’s recent capital raise, and a former slugger’s new spirits venture.
Show Highlights:
0:15 - Protein bar brand David has raised $75 million in a Series A funding round and acquired its ingredient supplier Epogee. Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous unpacks the startup’s massive moves less than a year since its launch.
2:55 - Senior reporter Brad Avery sheds light on the Make America Healthy Again Commission’s recent report targeting ultraprocessed foods as a key contributor to children’s chronic health issues, as well as various industry reactions to the findings.
4:15 - Cleveland Kitchen has raised $2.9 million in new funding. Monica shares how the fermented foods manufacturer plans to build on continued momentum in the year ahead.
6:00 - Brad explains why retired Hall of Famer David “Big Papi” Ortiz is launching a rum brand.
7:45 - Hear how Joyburst’s CEO turned a lawsuit into a sampling opportunity and which beverage brands are embracing a nostalgic summer flavor.
About CPG Week
CPG Week is the podcast that explores the latest happenings in the consumer packaged goods industry. Join our seasoned reporting team as they dish out the week’s stories in quick, easy-to-digest episodes. Catch up on the top headlines of the week, dive into exclusive insights with the BevNET and Nosh teams, and set yourself up to make more informed business decisions. Tune in to stay up-to-date on the latest developments in the dynamic world of packaged food and beverage.
New episodes are released every week. Send us comments and suggestions anytime to [email protected].
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In this episode:
This week, the podcast dives into a couple new acquisition deals, manufacturing and a hefty dosage of protein. Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Lukas Southard go through the past week’s CPG industry news, covering Chobani’s expansion into frozen foods with its takeover of Daily Harvest, how one bone broth maker is betting on the category’s growth and why protein content continues to rise in the beverage industry.
Show Highlights:
0:15 - The podcast jumps into a pair of recent acquisitions this past week. First, Monica explains the sale of A Dozen Cousins to Verde Valle Foods. Next, Lukas describes what we know so far about Chobani’s newest acquisition, smoothie and plant-based meal maker Daily Harvest.
3:30 - The team digs into the bone broth category, discussing Austin, Texas-based Kettle & Fire’s new manufacturing plant, KettleWorks in Lancaster, Pa.
5:30 - Protein drinks continue their upward momentum. Lukas shares some of the insights from a story tracking how muscle mass-building beverages seem to have no ceiling and now cover multiple segments.
7:30 - On a lighter note, the team goes through the Kingsford and Miller Lite grilling partnership, boomers’ penchant for cannabis, MrBeast is getting meaty with Jack Link’s and yogurt maker Beny’s rebrand to Sourmilk.
About CPG Week
CPG Week is the podcast that explores the latest happenings in the consumer packaged goods industry. Join our seasoned reporting team as they dish out the week’s stories in quick, easy-to-digest episodes. Catch up on the top headlines of the week, dive into exclusive insights with the BevNET and Nosh teams, and set yourself up to make more informed business decisions. Tune in to stay up-to-date on the latest developments in the dynamic world of packaged food and beverage.
New episodes are released every week. Send us comments and suggestions anytime to [email protected].
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In this episode:
On this episode, the CPG Week podcast team digs into the declines of two prominent plant-based brands before discussing the acquisitions of Mary’s Gone Crackers and Kate Farms. Next, the hosts highlight the latest celebrity to launch a coffee brand. (Maybe a hot sauce would have been more appropriate?).
Show Highlights:
0:15 - The team kicks off the podcast discussing the downfall of mycelium meat maker Meati, who is reportedly selling for $4 million – after raising a total of $450 million during its lifespan. Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous provides a rundown of recent events that led to this point.
2:15 - Beyond Meat is also on the backburner. The plant-based patty purveyor recently secured $!00 million in debt financing after a particularly brutal quarter that saw U.S. retail and foodservice sales declining by double digits.
5:00 - Senior reporter Brad Avery unpacks the sale of gluten-free pioneer Mary’s Gone Crackers by a Dare Foods subsidiary. What does it mean for the company going forward?
5:55 - Danone has struck a deal for Kate Farms, a maker of plant-based baby formula. The French dairy giant expands its reach into a new segment of the market. Brad discusses why the acquisition is consistent with Danone’s recently stated goals.
6:55 - Red Hot Chili Peppers frontman Anthony Kiedis is launching a coffee business (and speaking at BevNET Live!), Mid-Day Squares co-founder Jake Karls can finally eat his brand’s products, and Pepsi is playing dirty in Coke’s backyard.
About CPG Week
CPG Week is the podcast that explores the latest happenings in the consumer packaged goods industry. Join our seasoned reporting team as they dish out the week’s stories in quick, easy-to-digest episodes. Catch up on the top headlines of the week, dive into exclusive insights with the BevNET and Nosh teams, and set yourself up to make more informed business decisions. Tune in to stay up-to-date on the latest developments in the dynamic world of packaged food and beverage.
New episodes are released every week. Send us comments and suggestions anytime to [email protected].
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In this episode:
On this episode of CPG Week, senior reporters Brad Avery and Lukas Southard walk through the biggest news items of the week. The reporters discuss Guayakí’s rebrand to Yerba Madre, how intoxicating hemp brands have leveraged DTC to grow and a pair of recent earnings reports showing a slow start to the year. Brad and Lukas finish up with a welfare check on Free Bird founder Jay Williams after a playfully disturbing post on LinkedIn.
Show Highlights:
0:20 - Say bye to Guayakí and hello to Yerba Madre. Brad runs through his recent conversation with Yerba Madre (formerly Guayakí) CEO Ben Mand about the rebrand and how it reaffirms the tea maker as the flagbearer for yerba mate in the U.S.
2:30—Lukas updates Brad on the most recent regulatory wins and losses for the intoxicating hemp beverage category. The two discuss how the category is growing online amid a push for closer alignment with beverage alcohol.
6:30 - Ghost has been sued by Mondelēz, which claims that the energy drink brand cannot use the trademarks for Sour Patch Kids, Oreo, Swedish Fish and Chips Ahoy after being acquired by Keurig Dr Pepper.
8:00 - Lukas runs through Celsius’ “slow start” to the year with its Q1 earnings. Brad chimes in with Black Rifle Coffee’s latest quarterly earnings, also representing lower revenue growth.
9:45 - On a lighter note, the duo discusses a comical post from Free Bird canned water’s founder Jay Williams about a recent run-in with McDonald’s Hamburglar.
About CPG Week
CPG Week is the podcast that explores the latest happenings in the consumer packaged goods industry. Join our seasoned reporting team as they dish out the week’s stories in quick, easy-to-digest episodes. Catch up on the top headlines of the week, dive into exclusive insights with the BevNET and Nosh teams, and set yourself up to make more informed business decisions. Tune in to stay up-to-date on the latest developments in the dynamic world of packaged food and beverage.
New episodes are released every week. Send us comments and suggestions anytime to [email protected].
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In this episode:
No more blue tongues or Flamin’ Hot Cheetos fingers? On this episode, the CPG Week podcast dives into the recent FDA/HHS directive to remove synthetic food dyes from food and beverages. The podcast team discusses the feasibility of the plan and how it could complicate food manufacturing.
Show Highlights:
0:30 - Monica explains the Food and Drug Administration and Health and Human Services’ new directive for manufacturers to voluntarily phase out the use of eight synthetic food dyes by the end of 2026.
2:30 - The group discusses why the proposed timeline for banning these food dyes might be too aggressive for many larger food companies.
5:30 - Pivoting to natural sources will not only force consumers to adjust to a new visual norm but will require a heavy lift for supply chain sourcing.
9:00 - Even as industry groups debate the feasibility and necessity for the directive, the podcast team talks about how many countries and states have already started the process of phasing out these synthetic dyes in the interest of public health.
About CPG Week
CPG Week is the podcast that explores the latest happenings in the consumer packaged goods industry. Join our seasoned reporting team as they dish out the week’s stories in quick, easy-to-digest episodes. Catch up on the top headlines of the week, dive into exclusive insights with the BevNET and Nosh teams, and set yourself up to make more informed business decisions. Tune in to stay up-to-date on the latest developments in the dynamic world of packaged food and beverage.
New episodes are released every week. Send us comments and suggestions anytime to [email protected].
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In this episode:
On this episode, the CPG Week podcast team embraces its inner sweet tooth and talks indulgent treats. From competitors of Nerds and JELL-O, better-for-you versions of sugary favorites are popping up all over. The team discusses some of the trends driving these new category options before hearing about a new fruit bar from the founder of Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams.
Show Highlights:
0:30 - The team kicks off the podcast with a communal taste test of Rotten’s Gummy Cruncheez in honor of the upcoming Sweets & Snacks Expo next month.
4:30 - Senior reporter Lukas Southard talks about new plant-based jelly brand Oddball. The brand is attempting to seize market share from JELL-O by positioning as a low-sugar, better-for-you version of the jiggly fruit-based snack.
7:45 - Protein is one of the trends reporter Shauna Golden will be tracking when she heads to the Sweets & Snacks Expo. The team discusses how some of these trends are being incorporated into candy and indulgent treats.
10:45 - Freeze-dried candy is another category to watch with larger strategics starting to get into the set.
15:00 - From ice cream to fiber-rich fruit bars. Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous shared what she learned from a conversation with Jeni Britton (founder of Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams) about her new snack bar brand, Floura.
About CPG Week
CPG Week is the podcast that explores the latest happenings in the consumer packaged goods industry. Join our seasoned reporting team as they dish out the week’s stories in quick, easy-to-digest episodes. Catch up on the top headlines of the week, dive into exclusive insights with the BevNET and Nosh teams, and set yourself up to make more informed business decisions. Tune in to stay up-to-date on the latest developments in the dynamic world of packaged food and beverage.
New episodes are released every week. Send us comments and suggestions anytime to [email protected].
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In this episode:
This week, the podcast team is discussing a pair of funding rounds recently announced by functional beverage brands Culture Pop and Ryl Tea, with highlights from conversations with the businesses’ respective leaders about expansion plans. Next, the CPG Week hosts tackle the topic of vertical farming and the challenges startups are facing as funding dries up.
Show Highlights:
0:30 - Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous points out that this weekend marks a once-in-a-lifetime occurrence: Easter falling on April 20, also known as the stoner’s holiday, 4/20. The team muses on how to celebrate appropriately.
2:50 - Senior reporter Lukas Southard shares insights from his conversation with Culture Pop founder Tom First on the probiotic soda brand’s recent $15 million funding.
8:00 - Time for some Ryl news. Senior reporter Brad Avery explains how the maker of functional canned beverage brand Ryl Tea plans to use its new chunk of change.
13:55 - The team turns its attention to vertical farming, a concept that has struggled to live up to its own hype and the heaps of cash flowing into it early on. Lukas points to a pattern of overinvestment and underperformance across food technology in general.
About CPG Week
CPG Week is the podcast that explores the latest happenings in the consumer packaged goods industry. Join our seasoned reporting team as they dish out the week’s stories in quick, easy-to-digest episodes. Catch up on the top headlines of the week, dive into exclusive insights with the BevNET and Nosh teams, and set yourself up to make more informed business decisions. Tune in to stay up-to-date on the latest developments in the dynamic world of packaged food and beverage.
New episodes are released every week. Send us comments and suggestions anytime to [email protected].
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In this episode:
This week, the podcast team is turning its attention to how small brands are navigating tariff turmoil. The CPG Week podcast hosts talked with several food and beverage founders about the issues most pressing for their respective businesses amid the rapidly changing environment. From pulling back on trade spend to changing packaging solutions and tariff-related spring sales, emerging brands are getting creative in how they plan to survive a potentially protracted period of import taxes.
Show Highlights:
0:30 - Is Pirate’s Booty on its way back to its founder Rob Ehrlich? At the moment, the brand appears to be staying under Hershey ownership, but Ehrlich continues his nearly two-year campaign hinting that it will be back in the Vegan Rob’s portfolio.
4:15 - Tariffs are all the rage right now, but how are small food and beverage brands dealing with added costs? Senior reporter Brad Avery explained what Just Ice Tea founder Seth Goldman said about his company’s moves to ease the burden of new import taxes.
7:00 - The dynamic nature that tariffs have been announced to the public has caused not only uncertainty but also a fear that demand shock will cause prices to rise steeply.
10:30 - Packaging is a major concern for CPG entrepreneurs because much of it comes from China, which is facing over 100% tariffs currently. For many brands, pivoting to a domestic supplier is not available, leaving limited options to counter elevated costs.
14:00 - There are only so many ways to squeeze cost-savings out of a startup’s supply chain, especially when many of these costs are being felt weeks or months after orders were made.
About CPG Week
CPG Week is the podcast that explores the latest happenings in the consumer packaged goods industry. Join our seasoned reporting team as they dish out the week’s stories in quick, easy-to-digest episodes. Catch up on the top headlines of the week, dive into exclusive insights with the BevNET and Nosh teams, and set yourself up to make more informed business decisions. Tune in to stay up-to-date on the latest developments in the dynamic world of packaged food and beverage.
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In this episode:
In this episode, the CPG Week team discusses industry and regulatory efforts to define and restrict ultraprocessed foods in the U.S. food supply. Spoiler alert: There’s a lot of gray area.
Show Highlights:
0:30 - Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous declares April Fools’ the worst day of the year. The group discusses a few of the best and worst brand pranks.
3:00 - Assistant managing editor-Newsletters Adrianne DeLuca details efforts by the Food Integrity Collective to develop guardrails around the designation of non-ultraprocessed food.
5:45 - Senior reporter Brad Avery cites the nutritional differences between raw potatoes and Pringles to explain the impact of processing.
8:45 - What policies are in the works at the state and federal levels to restrict ultraprocessed foods? The group discusses recently passed bans on certain food additives and why a state-by-state patchwork could create major headaches for food manufacturers.
14:20 - Brad and Adrianne point out the challenges that lie ahead for a largely deregulatory administration seeking to regulate ultraprocessed foods while conducting mass layoffs across the agencies involved.
About CPG Week
CPG Week is the podcast that explores the latest happenings in the consumer packaged goods industry. Join our seasoned reporting team as they dish out the week’s stories in quick, easy-to-digest episodes. Catch up on the top headlines of the week, dive into exclusive insights with the BevNET and Nosh teams, and set yourself up to make more informed business decisions. Tune in to stay up-to-date on the latest developments in the dynamic world of packaged food and beverage.
New episodes are released every week. Send us comments and suggestions anytime to [email protected].
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On this episode, the CPG Week team discusses Bain & Company’s Insurgent Brands class of 2025. The group goes through similarities among new insurgent brands and how operators can derive successful growth strategies from Bain’s yearly list.
Show Highlights:
0:30 - It’s March Madness, so the podcasters chat about college hoops and Kellogg’s bracket challenge where a lucky contestant could win a year’s supply of one of the company’s cereal brands.
3:30 - Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous introduces how Bain classifies its Insurgent Brands list and what a scaling insurgent brand means.
7:15 - In many ways, the Insurgent Brands list is a temperature gauge of certain CPG categories and can be a bellwether of successful growth strategies.
8:45 - Eighteen of the brands in this year’s class of insurgent brands were also part of Bain’s emerging brands category. In total, there were 103 emerging brands this year.
11:00 – Monica and senior reporter Brad Avery point out that this list has grown over the years, showing not only trendsetting but also the pace of growth in many categories.
About CPG Week
CPG Week is the podcast that explores the latest happenings in the consumer packaged goods industry. Join our seasoned reporting team as they dish out the week’s stories in quick, easy-to-digest episodes. Catch up on the top headlines of the week, dive into exclusive insights with the BevNET and Nosh teams, and set yourself up to make more informed business decisions. Tune in to stay up-to-date on the latest developments in the dynamic world of packaged food and beverage.
New episodes are released every week. Send us comments and suggestions anytime to [email protected].
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On this episode of CPG Week, the team unpacks PepsiCo’s unsurprising acquisition of better-for-you soda brand Poppi. The podcasters break down what is known so far and what might be on the horizon for the gut-health soda set as a result of the deal.
Show Highlights:
1:00 - Diving right in, the CPG Week team launches into PepsiCo’s acquisition of Poppi. What does the “Popsi” deal, as Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous calls it, mean for the category moving forward?
4:00 - The group discusses how this changes the trajectory of other soda strategics like Coca-Cola in the category.
7:30 - Senior reporter Lukas Southard flags how the deal could shift the category deeper into foodservice where competitor Olipop has been investing heavily.
10:15 - Can Poppi continue to be cool within a large beverage conglomerate’s system? The podcast team discusses why Poppi has succeeded in making itself one of the most recognizable brands in the better-for-you soda set and whether it can maintain that image.
About CPG Week
CPG Week is the podcast that explores the latest happenings in the consumer packaged goods industry. Join our seasoned reporting team as they dish out the week’s stories in quick, easy-to-digest episodes. Catch up on the top headlines of the week, dive into exclusive insights with the BevNET and Nosh teams, and set yourself up to make more informed business decisions. Tune in to stay up-to-date on the latest developments in the dynamic world of packaged food and beverage.
New episodes are released every week. Send us comments and suggestions anytime to [email protected].
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In this episode:
Hot honey, hot pink totes and hot takes. The CPG Week team is back from Anaheim and ready to discuss all the new things they saw at the yearly Natural Products Expo West show. From bubbling trends to maturing categories, the podcast hosts discuss protein popping up in everything, meat snacks, a further distancing from seed oils, next-gen sodas and the surprising innovation tasted within the convention halls.
Show Highlights:
0:30 - BevNET has launched its latest platform, Nombase, a centralized hub for the CPG industry with resources like a directory of over 10,000 brands and partners, job boards and a new place to post important company announcements.
2:15 - The team jumps into its Expo West recap discussing “Big Kefir,” protein snacks and surprising (and unsurprising) brand collaborations.
9:30 - Senior reporter Brad Avery talks about saturation of the better-for-you soda set and his impressions of Perfy’s Pepperoni Pizza and Cherry Cola flavors.
12:00 - The CPG Week hosts share what they heard from stakeholders about the impact of tariffs, supply chain issues and inflation they are expecting this year.
16:30 - One hot take being echoed in the wake of Expo West was a lack of innovation on the floor. The podcasters share the best innovations they tasted including candy-flavored dates, new bao buns and instant scrambled egg cups.
About CPG Week
CPG Week is the podcast that explores the latest happenings in the consumer packaged goods industry. Join our seasoned reporting team as they dish out the week’s stories in quick, easy-to-digest episodes. Catch up on the top headlines of the week, dive into exclusive insights with the BevNET and Nosh teams, and set yourself up to make more informed business decisions. Tune in to stay up-to-date on the latest developments in the dynamic world of packaged food and beverage.
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In this episode:
The annual Natural Products Expo West trade show might spell tired feet and too much hand sanitizer for some, but it’s also one of the biggest events for new product unveils and a chance to take the temperature of the CPG industry. The podcast team discusses what they are looking out for at this year’s show.
Show Highlights:
0:45 - Along with treadmill weight-training and chugging kombucha, the CPG Week team talks about how they are preparing for this week’s big show.
3:30 - Senior reporter Lukas Southard will be checking in on meat snack makers while also checking out the new better-for-you snack brand Wild Fox Foods, launched by the founders of Kevin’s Natural Foods.
5:00 - Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous will be keeping an eye out for some of the trends the team has been tracking in the last year including GLP-1 companions and seed oil-free products.
6:30 - Amid an uncertain trade landscape, senior reporter Brad Avery will be tracking what brands are saying about looming tariffs.
For more ways to prepare, check out last year’s Unofficial Guide to Expo West:
Surviving (And Thriving) at Expo West: An Investor’s Perspective
The ABCs of Expo West
How to Stay Healthy, Safe and Sane at Expo West
Expo Etiquette: From Hawkeye to Hijack
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CPG Week is the podcast that explores the latest happenings in the consumer packaged goods industry. Join our seasoned reporting team as they dish out the week’s stories in quick, easy-to-digest episodes. Catch up on the top headlines of the week, dive into exclusive insights with the BevNET and Nosh teams, and set yourself up to make more informed business decisions. Tune in to stay up-to-date on the latest developments in the dynamic world of packaged food and beverage.
New episodes are released every week. Send us comments and suggestions anytime to [email protected].
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In this episode:
The CPG Week team discusses the launch of a new soda line from sparkling water maker Spindrift just a month after its sale to a private equity group. Then, the group digs into the details of Celsius Holdings’ $1.8 billion acquisition of competitor Alani Nu and examines how the deal could impact distribution in the energy drink category as well as what the sale spells for prior owner (and PRIME maker) Congo Brands.
Show Highlights:
0:30 - Pepperoni pizza soda – sip or spit? The group opines on Perfy’s limited-edition savory soft drink and why flavor novelty is a solid strategy for standing out in a crowded segment.
3:55 - And speaking of soda… Spindrift SODA is finally here. BevNET and Nosh senior reporter Brad Avery details the latest launch from sparkling water brand Spindrift just a month after its acquisition by Gryphon Investors.
7:40 - Celsius Holdings is set to acquire competitor Alani Nu for a cool $1.8 billion. Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous ponders how these two female-positioned beverage brands will benefit from the deal.
8:45 - Brad charts Alani Nu’s performance in the energy drink category compared to other emerging players.
9:10 - BevNET and Nosh senior reporter Lukas Southard questions how the deal will impact distribution, and Brad analyzes what the sale means for Alani Nu’s previous owner Congo Brands.
About CPG Week
CPG Week is the podcast that explores the latest happenings in the consumer packaged goods industry. Join our seasoned reporting team as they dish out the week’s stories in quick, easy-to-digest episodes. Catch up on the top headlines of the week, dive into exclusive insights with the BevNET and Nosh teams, and set yourself up to make more informed business decisions. Tune in to stay up-to-date on the latest developments in the dynamic world of packaged food and beverage.
New episodes are released every week. Send us comments and suggestions anytime to [email protected].
Subscribe on Apple Podcasts
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