The Produce Moms® is a community of passionate fresh produce advocates with a mission to inspire everyone, especially children, to eat more fruits and vegetables. The Produce Moms Podcast is designed to educate consumers about fresh produce, introduce them to produce brands, engage the produce industry with consumers in inspiring conversations, and promotes public policy to protect and increase the availability of fresh produce at American schools. For more info, visit www.theproducemoms.com
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iRelaunch is all about getting professionals back to work after a career break - most often childcare, but also eldercare, pursuing a personal interest, a personal health issue, extended travel, or other reasons. We also think about how other non-traditional professionals – expats repatriating, retirees “unretiring, military spouses and veterans, fit into the relauncher demographic. iRelaunch works with employers to create, implement and expand career re-entry programs of all kinds, and we p ...
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Established in 2014 with its early roots in digital media, Producer Jaime has grown Flint Stone Media into an award-winning and highly resourceful podcast production house and consultancy firm based in south Florida. Whether elevating your current brand or sparking a new endeavor, our acumen for professional content creation can propel your podcast and image to new heights! Listen in to highlights from our portfolio of clients and episodes. Then, connect with us at: FlintStoneMedia.com ===== ...
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Considering a podcast for YOUR brand’s content offerings? Be sure your show not only represents your brand’s quality, mission, and message, but is also maximized for success! Pick up what Producer Jaime has been putting down since 2014 and learn the tools to properly launch and then build your brand through the power of podcasting. Welcome to Podcasting Your Brand! Remember: “The only thing more powerful than your voice is your spirit to use it.” So, turn that mic on. (Formerly, Business in ...
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EP 293: The Black Relaunchers' Perspective discussion; a Mocha Moms + iRelaunch event, revisited
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Today, we ask you to join us in revisiting the previously aired excerpt, The Black Relauncher’s Perspective Panel, a webinar hosted recently by Mocha Moms + iRelaunch. This panel highlights the professional return to work stories of four Black relaunchers, Catherine Duffy, Country Leader of Bermuda, AIG; Kuae Kelch, National President of Mocha Moms…
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EP314 Allergy Awareness: Navigating the World of Food Allergies with Tina L.R. Dominguez, PA-C, MMS
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In this episode, Lori Taylor interviews Tina Dominguez, a physician assistant specializing in pediatric allergies. They discuss the clinical side of pediatric allergies, including prevention, diagnosis, and treatment options. They also touch on the challenges faced by families with food allergies and the importance of food allergy education and awa…
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EP313 Utilizing Excess Produce to Revive Communities with Will Kornegay, founder and CEO of Ripe Revival
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Will Kornegay, founder and CEO of Ripe Revival, joins the Produce Moms podcast to discuss the issue of farm excess and how his company is working to bridge the gap between farm excess and food access.
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EP 292: Relocating from Mexico and relaunching in NYC after an 8 year break, with Elia O’Rourke
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Elia O'Rourke, a native of Mexico, found her career path after moving to New York City, where she met her husband during an exchange program. Elia took an eight year career break to raise her three daughters. During this time, she learned English by watching TV, and went through the process to validate her Bachelor's degree in accounting earned at …
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EP312 Creating Delicious and Organic Snacks for Families with Dionne Laslo Baker, Founder of DeeBee’s Organics
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Dr. Dionne Laslo Baker, founder of DeeBee's Organics, joins the Produce Moms podcast to discuss her journey in creating organic freezer pops that are both delicious and nutritious. Dr. Dionne shares her background in medical research and her passion for providing healthy treats for children.
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EP 291:A pivot from sports management to DEI leadership after a 2 yr career break with Ashley Miller
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Ashley Miller spent the first 19 years of her career working in the NBA and WNBA organizations. After a two-year career break, Ashley pivoted her career by joining Goldman Sachs in private wealth management via Goldman’s Returnship program. She later became Chief of Staff for Diversity Recruiting and leader of the Returnship program. From there, As…
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EP311 The Value Chain of Cotton Production with Jennifer Crumpler, Director of Stakeholder Relations, at Bayer Crop Science
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In this episode, Lori Taylor and Jennifer Crumpler discuss the impact of cotton agriculture, the cotton value chain, sustainability practices, and the differences between natural and synthetic fibers.
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EP310 Cherries: A Versatile and Convenient Superfood with Jaclyn London, MS, RD, CDN
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In this episode of the Produce Moms podcast, Lori Taylor and Jackie London discuss the health benefits of cherries. They highlight the nutritional properties of cherries, including their antioxidant content, anti-inflammatory properties, and ability to reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease, diabetes, and cancer.…
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EP 290: A pivot into life sciences with a dual masters degree after a 15 yr break with Rowena Zahn
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Rowena Zahn took a 15 year child care career break during which time she completed a dual degree master's program in Food Science (MS) and Business (MBA). Having left a pharmaceutical sales career before her career break, Rowena's relaunch ultimately led to her career in account management in global life sciences. Her key accounts include global ph…
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EP309 Exploring the Significance of Juneteenth with Laura Tennyson, CEO of Lura Belle Productions
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The conversation with Laura Tennyson explores the significance of Juneteenth and its connection to the history of slavery in America, particularly in New Orleans. Laura shares insights into the New Orleans Slave Trade Marker and App Project, shedding light on the deep history of slavery and the impact it had on the development of the United States.…
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EP308 The World of Fancy Fruits: A Luxurious Trend with Robert Schueller, Director of Public Relations, Melissa’s Produce
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The conversation explores the world of fancy fruits and their growing popularity, with a focus on luxurious and rare produce items. Robert Schueller, a PR hero at Melissa's, shares insights on the demand for high-end fruits, their cultural significance, and their availability in the market.
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EP 289: Six promotions in IT at Discover following a 5 year career break, with Heather Bannon
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In 2006, Heather left her role as a Senior Programmer Systems Analyst at Discover Financial Services to begin a five year childcare career break. She ultimately relaunched her career by returning to Discover, where she has been promoted six times over the 13 years since she has been back. Heather is currently the Senior Director of Information Tech…
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EP307 The Current State of Food as Medicine with Tony Freytag, Executive Vice President, Crunch Pak and Steve Brazeel, Founder and CEO of SunTerra Produce
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The conversation revolves around the Food as Medicine movement and the role of fresh fruits and vegetables in promoting health and wellness. The guests, Tony Freytag and Steve Brazeel, share insights on the impact of food as medicine, the challenges in the retail and healthcare sectors, and the need for collaboration between the produce industry an…
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BONUS: Memorial Day Greeting from Lori Taylor
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Honoring and remembering our fallen heroes on Memorial Day. Learn more about The Folds of Honor Foundation and the food brands that carry the Folds of Honor logo and emblem on their packaging.
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EP 288: Relaunching and pivoting via Vanguard’s Return to Work Program, with Felicia Williams
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Felicia Williams spent over 20 years as a director in accounting, finance, and audit at a major US railroad before electing to take a career break. In 2022, she relaunched her career and made a significant career pivot when she joined the Return to Work program at Vanguard. Hear how Felicia determined that a side interest should become the focus of…
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EP306 The Power of Emotional Connections in Nostalgia Marketing with CarrieAnn Arias, Karen Nardozza and Tristan Simpson
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In this episode of the Produce Moms podcast, host Lori Taylor welcomes back CarrieAnn Arias, Karen Nardozza, and Tristan Simpson to discuss nostalgia marketing and how it relates to food. The guests share personal stories of nostalgic food experiences and discuss the emotional connections that nostalgia creates.…
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EP305 The Nutritional Power of Potatoes and Embracing Alcohol Awareness with Jackie London
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In this conversation, Lori Taylor and Jackie London discuss the importance of potatoes as a vegetable and nutrient-dense food. They highlight the versatility and nutritional benefits of potatoes, including their potassium content. The conversation then shifts to Alcohol Awareness Month and the growing sober lifestyle movement. Jackie raises concern…
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EP304 Navigating Success in Produce with Sage Fruit's New Leadership
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In this episode of the Produce Moms podcast, host Lori Taylor celebrates the new leadership at Sage Fruit and discusses the importance of brand partnerships and audience engagement. She introduces Kevin Steiner, President of Business Development and Marketing, and Nicole Gordy, the new CEO.
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EP 287: The Key Step You Cannot Skip to Relaunch Your Career Successfully with Carroll Welch
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What's the one step you cannot skip in order to successfully relaunch your career? Carroll Welch, Career, Executive & Leadership Coach, and one of our longest-serving iRelaunch coaching partners reveals the answer in this multi-faceted conversation.Note: The iRelaunch BootCamp referred to in this episode has been replaced by the iRelaunch RoadMap, …
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EP303 Celebrating National Salad Month with Chef Daniel Patino, Executive Chef at Salad & Go
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In this episode of the Produce Moms podcast, Lori Taylor interviews Chef Daniel Patino, the Executive Chef at Salad and Go. They discuss the mission of Salad and Go to bring healthy, affordable, and delicious food to everyone.
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EP302 The Growth of the Avocado Oil Market with Raina Nelson, President and CEO of Westfalia Fruit
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In this episode of the Produce Moms podcast, Lori Taylor interviews Raina Nelson, the President and CEO of WestFalia Fruit USA, about avocado oil. They discuss the rise of avocado oil as a popular seed oil alternative, the growth of the avocado oil market, and the unique qualities of Westfalia's avocado oil.…
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EP 286: Networking Makes the Difference When Relaunching with Mary Catherine Malley, rebroadcast
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Mary Catherine Malley is Director, Assistant General Counsel for Juniper Networks. Her route to this huge role for a global, NYSE listed, multi-billion company following an 11 year career break is the topic of our conversation. A surprising conversation with a neighbor jumpstarted her relaunch, and ended up in a returnship-like role for his company…
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RERUN: The Woman Who Inspired a CBD Movement Through the Love for Her Daughter
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This week represents one decade since the seven Stanley brothers helped launch the CBD industry from Colorado. Per proclamation by Governor Jared Polisin 2020, following the unfortunate passing of Charlotte Figi, April 7th is officially 'Charlotte Figi Day' in Colorado. .Charlotte's Web Inc., the market leader in CBD products, today unveils its "Ch…
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EP301 Growing Together: A Farmer & Retailer Team up for Seasonal Success
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In this episode, Lori Taylor discusses the collaboration between growers and retailers with Meghan Diaz, Senior Director of Local and Regional Produce at Sprouts Farmers Market, and Brian Klumpp, Director of Sales and Marketing at North Bay Produce. They focus on the seasonal promotion of Florida blueberries at Sprouts and the importance of connect…
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EP 285: The Stigma of Long Term Unemployment and What to Do About It, with sociologist Ofer Sharone
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Today we welcome Ofer Sharone, Associate Professor of Sociology at the University of Massachusetts Amherst whose research focuses on career transitions, unemployment, and aspirations. His new book, The Stigma Trap: College-Educated, Experienced, and Long-Term Unemployed shows how the stigma of unemployment renders all workers, including those who a…
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RERUN: The Only Remaining Grocery Store in New Orleans' Lower Ninth Ward
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In 2014, Burnell Cotlon spent his life savings to open the only fresh grocery store in the Lower Ninth Ward of New Orleans. When the pandemic put many in his community out of work, he began allowing customers to take groceries on credit. Within a month, he’d opened tabs for more than 60 customers who could no longer afford to buy food. Cotlon, an A…
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EP300 Celebrating the 300th episode of The Produce Moms Podcast with Lori Taylor, Kristin Ahaus, and Helina Fox
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Join us for a special celebration as we mark the incredible milestone of our 300th episode! In this episode, we reflect on the journey so far, sharing memorable moments, impactful discussions, and the invaluable insights gained along the way.
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EP299 Exploring the Layers of Nutrition with Jaclyn London, MS, RD
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In this episode, Lori Taylor and Jackie London discuss various topics related to nutrition and wellness. They start by introducing Jackie and talking about their friendship. They then dive into National Nutrition Month and the theme of 'Beyond the Table,' which focuses on health-promoting habits that go beyond just the food we eat.…
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EP298 Sustaining the Legacy of American Farming with Amy Duda Kinder, VP of Food Safety, Worker Safety, and Sustainability at A Duda and Sons
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In this episode, Lori Taylor interviews Amy Duda Kinder, the Vice President of Food Safety, Worker Safety, and Sustainability at A Duda and Sons. They discuss the importance of sustainability in farming, Amy's family farming story, the challenges faced in farming, innovation in celery, product development, and female empowerment in the industry.…
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