Best Sian Hansen Podcasts (2024)

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Asking for Money: The Art of Fundraising 31:18

10d ago31:18

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Asking for Money: The Art of Fundraising. Many people feel that asking for money is hard. They say it can be difficult and embarrassing. From fundraising for charitable causes to funding business ventures, we discuss some of the communication secrets to asking for money. Whether you're raising for personal causes, charities, or business investments…

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The Power of Saying 'Thank You' 22:19

1M ago22:19

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The Power of Saying 'Thank You'. Discover how the simple act of saying 'Thank you' can radiate through your day, influencing not just your mood but those around you. We explore how this simple act can shape relationships, professional dynamics, and even the way we interact with technology. We discuss the mindset of gratitude, from the joy of beginn…

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The Top Five Frequently Asked Communication Questions: AI, Confidence, Cross-Culture Communication, Humour, and Using Notes 17:13

3M ago17:13

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The Top Five Frequently Asked Communication Questions: AI, Confidence, Cross-Culture Communication, Humour and Using Notes. How will AI and ChatGPT impact communication? How can we regain our confidence when we feel we've lost it? How can we speak to people in cross-cultural settings? How can we inject humour into our communication, especially if w…

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The Three Spaces of Communication: The Physical Space, The Space of the Senses, and the Virtual Space. 28:01

4M ago28:01

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The Three Spaces of Communication: The Physical Space, The Space of the Senses, and the Virtual Space. How close should you sit or stand to someone? We explore the subtle art of Proxemics and its role in building trust. We explore cross-cultural variations and The Vertical Space that shapes our classrooms and boardrooms. The Space of the Senses loo…

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The Plant Base's Veganuary Sessions: Top launches for 2024 9:34

5M ago9:34

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Welcome to The Plant Base's first-ever Veganuary Sessions podcast series, in celebration of the annual movement co-founded by Matthew Glover and Jane Land over a decade ago, encouraging consumers to adopt a vegan lifestyle for January and beyond. Melissa Bradshaw, editor of The Plant Base magazine, hosts this special themed series featuring convers…

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The Art of Gift-Giving: Unwrapping the Emotions Behind Our Presents 26:36

5M ago26:36

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The Art of Gift-Giving: Unwrapping the Emotions Behind Our Presents. Gift-giving is more than just handing over a wrapped present; it's a symbol of communication and connection. How can a simple gesture, like a bowl of homemade muffins, speak louder than the most lavish of presents? We look at the unspoken rules of giving. Can the pressure to pick …

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FoodBev Weekly News Bulletin 26/01/24: Compass Group to acquire CH&CO in £475m deal; IFF partners with Bellona to restore Norway’s seaweed forests; ADM names interim CFO amid ongoing investigation; and ... 5:42

5M ago5:42

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FoodBev Media's Melissa Bradshaw rounds up this week's food and beverage news, including: Compass Group to acquire CH&CO in £475m deal; IFF partners with Bellona to restore Norway’s seaweed forests; ADM names interim CFO amid ongoing investigation; and more.

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The Plant Base's Veganuary Sessions: Making plant-based easy with Shicken and Grubby 20:22

5M ago20:22

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Welcome to The Plant Base's first-ever Veganuary Sessions podcast series, in celebration of the annual movement co-founded by Matthew Glover and Jane Land over a decade ago, encouraging consumers to adopt a vegan lifestyle for January and beyond. Melissa Bradshaw, editor of The Plant Base magazine, hosts this special themed series featuring convers…

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FoodBev Weekly News Bulletin 19/01/24; Diageo settles racism dispute with Diddy; Mars opens $42m snack-focused R&D facility in Chicago; Imagindairy acquires new facility, announces manufacturing milestone; ... 5:35

5M ago5:35

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FoodBev Media's David Echevarría rounds up this week's food and beverage news, including Diageo settles racism dispute with Diddy; Mars opens $42m snack-focused R&D facility in Chicago; Imagindairy acquires new facility, announces manufacturing milestone; and more.

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The Plant Base's Veganuary Sessions: A market snapshot with FoodBev's Siân Yates 8:33

5M ago8:33

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Welcome to The Plant Base's first-ever Veganuary Sessions podcast series, in celebration of the annual movement co-founded by Matthew Glover and Jane Land over a decade ago, encouraging consumers to adopt a vegan lifestyle for January and beyond. Melissa Bradshaw, editor of The Plant Base magazine, hosts this special themed series featuring convers…

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FoodBev Weekly News Bulletin 12/01/24 5:29

5M ago5:29

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South Korean parliament passes bill to ban dog meat trade; Vegan Food Group emerges as powerhouse in plant-based food industry; Bottled water contains hundreds of thousands of invisible microplastic particles, study finds; and more.

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The Plant Base's Veganuary Sessions: Exclusive insights from VFG's Matthew Glover 20:49

5M ago20:49

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Welcome to The Plant Base's first-ever Veganuary Sessions podcast series, in celebration of the annual movement co-founded by Matthew Glover and Jane Land over a decade ago, encouraging consumers to adopt a vegan lifestyle for January and beyond. Melissa Bradshaw, editor of The Plant Base magazine, hosts this special themed series featuring convers…

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FoodBev Weekly News Bulletin 05/01/24 5:51

6M ago5:51

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Platinum Equity to buy Horizon Organic and Wallaby from Danone; Nongfu Spring to invest $700m in new facility; Research highlights growing popularity of low- and no-alcohol alternatives; and more

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Mastering your Tone of Voice: ChatGTP vs Humans? 21:08

6M ago21:08

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Mastering your Tone of Voice: ChatGTP vs Humans? How important is your tone of voice in both spoken and written communication? What can happen if you get your tone wrong? AI understands that the tone of what you say really matters and it can suggest different tones for you. Let's make sure that we hit the right tone every time. Join Robin Kermode a…

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FoodBev Weekly News Bulletin 15/12/23; Chr. Hansen, Novozymes merger approved, Kerry to acquire lactase enzyme business; UAE’s first brewery to open in Abu Dhabi; and more 6:52

6M ago6:52

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FoodBev Media's Rafaela Sousa rounds up this week's food and beverage news, including Chr. Hansen, Novozymes merger approved, Kerry to acquire lactase enzyme business; UAE’s first brewery to open in Abu Dhabi; and more.

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FoodBev Weekly News Bulletin 08/12/23; Global dairy companies join alliance to cut methane at COP28; Nestlé to invest $1.2bn in Brazil; EG Group to sell all of its KFC franchise restaurants; and more 6:02

7M ago6:02

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FoodBev Media's David Echevarría rounds up this week's food and beverage news, including Global dairy companies join alliance to cut methane at COP28; Nestlé to invest $1.2bn in Brazil; EG Group to sell all of its KFC franchise restaurants; and more

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Food Ingredients Europe 2023: Podcast review 8:16

7M ago8:16

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Food Ingredients Europe 2023: In review. Whilst walking the FiE halls, FoodBev spoke with some of the biggest F&B companies to discuss the event and their trend predictions for 2024. Listen to some of the major players’ voices here.

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FoodBev Weekly News Bulletin 01/12/23: 7-Eleven International to acquire 7-Eleven Australia for AUD $1.71bn; Müller to sell Milk & More to Freshways Group; Research: Raising frozen food temperature by ... 6:31

7M ago6:31

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FoodBev Media's Melissa Bradshaw rounds up this week's food and beverage news, including: 7-Eleven International to acquire 7-Eleven Australia for AUD $1.71bn; Müller to sell Milk & More to Freshways Group; Research: Raising frozen food temperature by three degrees can slash carbon emissions; and more.…

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How to become a really good Listener 18:23

7M ago18:23

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How to become a really good Listener. We listen all the time, of course, but do we truly listen? Or do we just let things waft over us? How important is active listening? And how can we learn to become really good listeners? Join Robin Kermode and Sian Hansen as they discuss these and other questions around the importance of listening well in anoth…

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FoodBev Weekly News Bulletin 24/11/23; CCEP and AEV sign agreement to buy Coca-Cola Beverages Philippines; Givaudan and Thimus use neuroscience to better understand consumer preference; and more. 6:46

7M ago6:46

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FoodBev Media's David Echevarría rounds up this week's food and beverage news, including CCEP and AEV sign agreement to buy Coca-Cola Beverages Philippines; Givaudan and Thimus use neuroscience to better understand consumer preference; Danone and Global Methane Hub partner to accelerate methane reduction and more.…

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FoodBev Weekly News Bulletin 17/11/23: Unilever shares reformulation patents to combat freezer emissions in the ice cream sector; ‘World-first’ alternative seafood association launched; and more. 7:00

7M ago7:00

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FoodBev Media's Rafaela Sousa rounds up this week's food and beverage news, including: Unilever shares reformulation patents to combat freezer emissions in the ice cream sector; ‘World-first’ alternative seafood association launched; Mars acquires British confectionery brand Hotel Chocolat for £534m; and more.…

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FoodBev Weekly News Bulletin 10/11/23: Ahold Delhaize USA to sell FreshDirect to Getir; Complaint filed against F&B giants for ‘misleading’ recycling claims; Post Holdings’ president and CEO to take medical ... 5:57

7M ago5:57

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FoodBev Media's Melissa Bradshaw rounds up this week's food and beverage news, including: Ahold Delhaize USA to sell FreshDirect to Getir; Complaint filed against F&B giants for ‘misleading’ recycling claims; Post Holdings’ president and CEO to take medical leave of absence; and more.

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FoodBev Weekly News Bulletin 03/11/23: Asda completes £2bn EG Group acquisition; Treasury Wine Estates acquires Daou Vineyards for $900m; Keurig Dr Pepper to distribute Electrolit in the US; and more. 5:21

8M ago5:21

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FoodBev Media's Phoebe Fraser rounds up this week's food and beverage news, including: Asda completes £2bn EG Group acquisition; Treasury Wine Estates acquires Daou Vineyards for $900m; Keurig Dr Pepper to distribute Electrolit in the US; and more.

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The Inner Voices in Our Head 17:15

8M ago17:15

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The Inner Voices in Our Head. All of us have inner voices in our heads - some of us have them louder than others. From the little demon that says we're not good enough to the imagined conversations we wish we could have instead of the ones that we have to have. Join Robin Kermode and Sian Hansen as they discuss some interesting ways to listen to th…

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FoodBev Weekly News Bulletin 27/10/23: Ukraine says Black Sea corridor is working after suspension claims; Nestlé to close baby formula plant in Ireland, risks 540 jobs; Nichols announces changes to board; ... 6:41

8M ago6:41

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FoodBev Media's Siân Yates rounds up this week's food and beverage news, including: Ukraine says Black Sea corridor is working after suspension claims; Nestlé to close baby formula plant in Ireland, risks 540 jobs; Nichols announces changes to board; and more.

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FoodBev Weekly News Bulletin 20/10/23; A2 Milk and Synlait Milk enter Arbitration; Newly Weds Foods to be bought by Redwood Holdings for $4bn – Reuters; EU set to ban products made with forced labour; ... 5:14

8M ago5:14

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FoodBev Media's David Echevarría rounds up this week's food and beverage news, including: A2 Milk and Synlait Milk enter Arbitration; Newly Weds Foods to be bought by Redwood Holdings for $4bn – Reuters; EU set to ban products made with forced labour; and more.

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FoodBev Weekly News Bulletin 13/10/23: Nolet offers €269.5m for Lucas Bols; Hostess received $33 per share cash offer before JM Smucker Deal; Bunge shareholders approve Viterra acquisition; and more. 6:10

8M ago6:10

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FoodBev Media's Melissa Bradshaw rounds up this week's food and beverage news, including: Nolet offers €269.5m for Lucas Bols; Hostess received $33 per share cash offer before JM Smucker Deal; Bunge shareholders approve Viterra acquisition; and more.

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To Rehearse or Not to Rehearse? 17:01

9M ago17:01

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To Rehearse or Not to Rehearse? It can feel odd rehearsing a speech or a presentation. Especially if you are rehearsing on your own. To some, rehearsing makes them feel safe and comfortable. To others, it can make them feel just plain awkward. But it would be foolish not to rehearse when the outcome of your pitch or presentation is really important…

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FoodBev Weekly News Bulletin 06/10/23: Single-use plastic cutlery ban comes into force in England; Mondelēz finalises sale of gum business to Perfetti Van Melle; Infarm’s Dutch branch declared bankrupt; ... 5:26

9M ago5:26

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FoodBev Media's Rafaela Sousa rounds up this week's food and beverage news, including: Single-use plastic cutlery ban comes into force in England; Mondelēz finalises sale of gum business to Perfetti Van Melle; Infarm’s Dutch branch declared bankrupt; and more.

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FoodBev Weekly News Bulletin 29/09/23: Vitafoods Europe to move to Barcelona from 2025; EU cracks down on carbon neutral claims; JBS begins work on Brazil’s first cultivated protein R&D centre; and more ... 6:19

9M ago6:19

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FoodBev Media's Phoebe Fraser rounds up this week's food and beverage news, including: Vitafoods Europe to move to Barcelona from 2025; EU cracks down on carbon neutral claims; JBS begins work on Brazil’s first cultivated protein R&D centre; and more.

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FoodBev Weekly News Bulletin 22/09/23: A2 Milk moves to cancel exclusive agreement with Synlait; Heineken Mexico invests €430m in new brewery; KDP appoints Tim Cofer as COO; and more. 6:40

9M ago6:40

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FoodBev Media's Sian Yates rounds up this week's food and beverage news, including: A2 Milk moves to cancel exclusive agreement with Synlait; Heineken Mexico invests €430m in new brewery; KDP appoints Tim Cofer as COO; and more.

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FoodBev Weekly News Bulletin 15/09/23: Smurfit Kappa and WestRock to merge; Mars announces $1bn roadmap to cut emissions by 50% by 2030; Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs wins round in diversity dispute with Diageo; ... 5:36

9M ago5:36

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FoodBev Media's Melissa Bradshaw rounds up this week's food and beverage news, including: Smurfit Kappa and WestRock to merge; Mars announces $1bn roadmap to cut emissions by 50% by 2030; Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs wins round in diversity dispute with Diageo; and more.

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FoodBev Weekly News Bulletin 08/09/23: Nestlé buys majority stake in Brazilian chocolate maker Grupo CRM; Koa inaugurates “Africa’s largest” cocoa fruit factory; and more. 4:55

10M ago4:55

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FoodBev Media's Rafaela Sousa rounds up this week's food and beverage news, including: Nestlé buys majority stake in Brazilian chocolate maker Grupo CRM; Koa inaugurates “Africa’s largest” cocoa fruit factory; Arla Foods Ingredients takes control of MV Ingredients JV as Volac exits; and more.

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FoodBev Weekly News Bulletin 01/09/23: Minerva to become Brazil’s second-largest beef processor with BRL 7.5bn deal; Labour shortages cost food and drink industry £1.4bn; and more. 5:45

10M ago5:45

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FoodBev Media's Rafaela Sousa rounds up this week's food and beverage news, including: Minerva to become Brazil’s second-largest beef processor with BRL 7.5bn deal; Labour shortages cost food and drink industry £1.4bn; Anheuser-Busch announces $22.5m investment in Houston brewery; and more.

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How to Behave When You Meet One of Your Heroes 20:28

10M ago20:28

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How to Behave When You Meet One of Your Heroes. It can feel awkward meeting one of your heroes - whether they’re a movie star, an author, a public figure or an important person from your past. What do you say? How do you behave naturally? And is it OK to ask for a selfie? It’s all a bit of a minefield. Join Robin Kermode and Sian Hansen as they dis…

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FoodBev Weekly News Bulletin 25/08/23: Subway acquired by private equity firm Roark; Iceland chairman defies UK laws on infant formula sales; Heineken sells 100% shares in Russian business for €1; and ... 5:46

10M ago5:46

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FoodBev Weekly News Bulletin 25/08/23: Subway acquired by private equity firm Roark; Iceland chairman defies UK laws on infant formula sales; Heineken sells 100% shares in Russian business for €1; and more.

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FoodBev Weekly News Bulletin 18/08/23: Aldi to acquire Winn-Dixie and Harveys Supermarket; Bacardi labelled “international war sponsor” as Russian business operations continue; Tyson Foods to sell China ... 6:01

10M ago6:01

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FoodBev Media's Sian Yates rounds up this week's food and beverage news, including: Aldi to acquire Winn-Dixie and Harveys Supermarket; Bacardi labelled “international war sponsor” as Russian business operations continue; Tyson Foods to sell China poultry business; and more.

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FoodBev Weekly News Bulletin 11/08/23: Campbell Soup announces plans to acquire Sovos Brands for $2.7bn; Tyson Foods to permanently close four more US chicken plants; Adani Enterprise considers exit from ... 6:07

10M ago6:07

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FoodBev Media's Gwen Jones rounds up this week's food and beverage news, including: Campbell Soup announces plans to acquire Sovos Brands for $2.7bn; Tyson Foods to permanently close four more US chicken plants; Adani Enterprise considers exit from $6bn Wilmar venture; and more.

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FoodBev Weekly News Bulletin 04/08/23: AB InBev to cut hundreds of corporate roles in the US; Wendel to sell Constantia Flexibles to One Rock Capital Partners’ affiliate; AG Barr CEO Roger White to step ... 4:49

11M ago4:49

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FoodBev Media's Melissa Bradshaw rounds up this week's food and beverage news, including: AB InBev to cut hundreds of corporate roles in the US; Wendel to sell Constantia Flexibles to One Rock Capital Partners’ affiliate; AG Barr CEO Roger White to step down after over 20 years; and more.

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FoodBev Weekly News Bulletin 28/07/23: Britvic announces acquisition of Jimmy’s Iced Coffee; Kellogg files Form 10 ahead of business separation; Ferrara to acquire Brazilian sweets and snacks company Dori ... 5:43

11M ago5:43

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FoodBev Weekly News Bulletin 28/07/23: Britvic announces acquisition of Jimmy’s Iced Coffee; Kellogg files Form 10 ahead of business separation; Ferrara to acquire Brazilian sweets and snacks company Dori Alimentos; and more.

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How to be a Great Host at Home and at Work 23:42

11M ago23:42

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How to be a Great Host at Home and at Work. We've all been to great events, whether it was a party or a video conference call. It was probably great because it was hosted well. What makes a great host? Can you learn to be a better host? What are the basics? Join Robin Kermode and Sian Hansen as they discuss some interesting ways to become a great h…

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FoodBev Weekly News Bulletin 21/07/23: Döhler reinforces ingredient portfolio with acquisition of SVZ; Russia ends Black Sea Grain deal and destroys 60,000 tonnes of grain; AG Barr’s Boost brand in trademark ... 5:25

11M ago5:25

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FoodBev Weekly News Bulletin 21/07/23: Döhler reinforces ingredient portfolio with acquisition of SVZ; Russia ends Black Sea Grain deal and destroys 60,000 tonnes of grain; AG Barr’s Boost brand in trademark battle with Britvic’s Robinsons; and more.

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FoodBev Weekly News Bulletin 14/07/23: Monster Beverage wins approval for Bang Energy acquisition; WHO declares aspartame as “possibly carcinogenic” but safe to consume in moderation; US Senate calls on ... 5:26

11M ago5:26

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FoodBev Media’s Gwen Jones rounds up this week’s food and beverage news, including: Monster Beverage wins approval for Bang Energy acquisition; WHO declares aspartame as “possibly carcinogenic” but safe to consume in moderation; US Senate calls on FDA to investigate Prime Energy; and more.

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FoodBev Weekly News Bulletin 07/07/23: Drinktec and BrauBeviale announce joint venture; Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs and Diageo dispute deepens; Monster enters agreement to acquire Bang Energy’s assets; and more ... 6:15

12M ago6:15

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FoodBev Media’s Siân Yates rounds up this week’s food and beverage news, including: Drinktec and BrauBeviale announce joint venture; Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs and Diageo dispute deepens; Monster enters into agreement to acquire Bang Energy’s assets; and more.

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FoodBev Weekly News Bulletin 30/06/23: Monster closes in on Bang Energy acquisition; Swire Pacific to sell Swire Coca-Cola USA for $3.88bn; Diageo ends business relationship with Sean 'Diddy' Combs; and ... 5:10

12M ago5:10

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FoodBev Media’s Melissa Bradshaw rounds up this week’s food and beverage news, including: Monster closes in on Bang Energy acquisition; Swire Pacific to sell Swire Coca-Cola USA for $3.88bn; Diageo ends business relationship with Sean 'Diddy' Combs; and more.

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FoodBev Weekly News Bulletin 23/06/23: VFC saves Meatless Farm from administration; US regulator approves first sales of lab-grown meat; Coca-Cola HBC to acquire Finlandia vodka brand for $220m; and more ... 5:32

12M ago5:32

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FoodBev Media’s Rafaela Sousa rounds up this week’s food and beverage news, including: VFC saves Meatless Farm from administration; US regulator approves first sales of lab-grown meat; Coca-Cola HBC to acquire Finlandia vodka brand for $220m; and more.

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FoodBev Weekly News Bulletin 16/06/23: Bunge to merge with Glencore-backed Viterra in $8.2bn agribusiness deal; South Ukraine’s agricultural operations hit by Kakhovka dam destruction; Walmart to build ... 5:02

1y ago5:02

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FoodBev Media’s Phoebe Fraser rounds up this week’s food and beverage news, including: Bunge to merge with Glencore-backed Viterra in $8.2bn agribusiness deal; South Ukraine’s agricultural operations hit by Kakhovka dam destruction; Walmart to build $257m beef facility; and more.

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FoodBev Weekly News Bulletin 09/06/23: Diageo’s CEO Sir Ivan Menezes passes away after brief illness; AeroFarms files for bankruptcy, looks to restructure finances and operations; Ireland considers “culling ... 5:19

1y ago5:19

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FoodBev Media’s Gwen Jones rounds up this week’s food and beverage news, including: Diageo’s CEO Sir Ivan Menezes passes away after brief illness; AeroFarms files for bankruptcy, looks to restructure finances and operations; Ireland considers “culling” 200,000 dairy cows; and more

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Podcast: How to optimise operations without impacting food integrity 17:04

1y ago17:04

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Welcome to this exclusive podcast interview with FoodBev Media. Gwen Jones is joined by Fabrizio Tardioli, global marketing director for the processed food sector at Diversey – a hygiene, infection prevention and cleaning solutions provider for the food and beverage industry. Gwen sat down with Tardioli to explore how the F&B industry can optimise …

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FoodBev Weekly News Bulletin 02/06/23: Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs accuses Diageo of racism in US lawsuit; PepsiCo opens its most sustainable factory in Europe; Asda acquires majority stake in EG Group; and more ... 5:52

1y ago5:52

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FoodBev Media’s Siân Yates rounds up this week’s food and beverage news, including: : Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs accuses Diageo of racism in US lawsuit; PepsiCo opens its most sustainable factory in Europe; Asda acquires majority stake in EG Group; and more.

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