Best Gage Mitchell Of Modern Species Podcasts (2024)

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147 - Not Potato Chips with Betty Lu of Confetti Fine Foods 1:02:34

1h ago1:02:34

1:02:34

Do you find yourself craving the crunch of potato chips but worry about their health and environmental implications? In this episode, we are joined by Betty Lu, Founder and CEO of Confetti Snacks, to delve into the world of sustainable snacking. Confetti Snacks specializes in creating delicious gourmet snacks using nutrient-rich vegetables infused …

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146 - Inclusive Baking with Kimberle Lau of Bake Me Healthy 57:30

6d ago57:30

57:30

How can we bake a better world, one delicious bite at a time? Join us as we delve into the world of sustainable and inclusive baking with plant-based baking mama Kimberle Lau, Founder of Bake Me Healthy. Bake Me Healthy is a company that specializes in providing baking mixes crafted with clean, plant-based ingredients. It is more than just a baking…

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145 - Be Willing to Lose Everything with Adam Hiner of Pacha 1:00:08

14d ago1:00:08

1:00:08

Setting out and starting a business takes courage, determination, and the ability to learn as you go. It also requires a certain commitment to the foundational causes of the work. For Adam Hiner, our guest on today's show, combining his passion for food and regenerative agriculture with his work ethic and growing knowledge of the entrepreneurial la…

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144 - When Everything Goes Wrong with Sadrah Schadel of No Evil Foods 1:04:06

21d ago1:04:06

1:04:06

No entrepreneurial journey is without its challenges, but even the biggest ones can be overcome with enough passion, drive, and support. Today’s guest is Sadrah Schadel, founder and CEO of No Evil Foods, a nationwide plant based protein company which she and her life partner started in their kitchen in 2014 with just $5000. After a few major hurdle…

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143 - Shifting Toward Sustainability with Alicia Lahey of Humble Snacks 52:48

28d ago52:48

52:48

Conscious consumerism has grown exponentially in recent years, with shoppers expecting more transparency and less waste from the brands they choose to support. While shifting towards more sustainable business practices obviously has a positive impact on the environment, there are also a number of benefits for your brand, which you’ll learn more abo…

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142 - The Keys to Success with John Foraker of Once Upon a Farm 1:01:19

1M ago1:01:19

1:01:19

To make a true impact, your mission needs to be baked into the DNA of your brand from the get-go. Joining us today to share the keys to the success of an impact-driven brand is John Foraker, Co-Founder and CEO of nutrition-focused kids’ food brand, Once Upon a Farm. In this episode, we discover the most valuable lessons John learned from scaling An…

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141 - Organic Trade Shows with Jamie Lamonde of Kindship Group 51:24

1M ago51:24

51:24

When you have a greater diversity of people at the table sharing their voices and insights, you inevitably get better solutions. Joining us today is Jamie Lamonde, CEO and Founder of Kindship Group, whose core mission is to scale and grow businesses for good. We talk with Jamie about her recent trip to Germany to attend BIOFACH, the world’s leading…

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140 - Feel Good Snacks with Laurel Orley of Daily Crunch 51:06

2M ago51:06

51:06

There is a certain magic in creating a tasty snack that instantly fills one with joy, and when others are battling to match your experience, you know you’ve birthed something truly special! Daily Crunch is a nut-snacks unicorn and today, we are joined by its co-founder and CEO, Laurel Orley, who explains what makes her brand different from the rest…

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139 - Future Proof Foods with Adam Maxwell & Kelsey Tenney of Voyage Foods 56:08

2M ago56:08

56:08

Are you ready to sink your teeth into the future of food? In this episode, we are joined by Adam Maxwell, CEO, and Kelsey Tenney, VP of R&D, from Voyage Foods, to discuss future-proofing the food industry with sustainable and delicious alternatives. Voyage Foods is a food technology company on a mission to create a future where sustainability, acce…

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138 - Super Kale with Lisa Curtis of Kuli Kuli 49:41

2M ago49:41

49:41

Kale is often considered the go-to green superfood. In the Battle of the Supergreens, however, moringa (or “super kale”) is a formidable opponent! While working with women farmers in West Africa, Lisa Curtis was introduced to the profound healing and energizing powers of moringa. Out of that experience, Lisa created Kuli Kuli, a Certified B Corp th…

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137 - Peace Out Plastic with Kelly Perkins of Spinster Sisters 42:46

3M ago42:46

42:46

Plastic pollution is a significant environmental issue with far-reaching impacts. The beauty and personal care industry alone generates around 120 billion units of packaging annually. Today’s guest has a vision to change that. Kelly Perkins is the Founder and CEO of Spinster Sisters, a B Corp-certified women-owned plant-based water and plastic-free…

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136 - Pitch to Win with Kat Weaver of Power to Pitch 39:04

3M ago39:04

39:04

Have you ever wondered what sets thriving entrepreneurs apart? The secret lies in a single skill: effective pitching. In today’s episode, we sit down with Kat Weaver, Chief Executive Officer at Power to Pitch, to discuss mastering the art of pitching for startups. Power to Pitch is a dynamic platform that equips founders with the tools and knowledg…

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135 - Upcycling Experiences with Will Nitze of IQBAR 54:51

3M ago54:51

54:51

Many of us know what upcycling means as it pertains to physical things, but what does it mean to upcycle your personal experiences? Joining us today is Will Nitze, the Founder of IQBAR – a company that produces ready-to-eat brain foods. Will is here to talk about what it means to upcycle your personal experiences for them to be more valuable to you…

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134 - Better Candy Bar with Stu Davidoff of Gigantic 42:11

3M ago42:11

42:11

Traditional candy bars have a LOT of sugar. And, while it may not be great for our health, most of us still believe that our taste buds prefer that level of sweetness. But what if the optimal level of sweetness were actually way more subtle than we thought, and required only a small amount of sugar? Joining us today is Stu Davidoff, Founder of Giga…

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133 - Better Actions with Gage Mitchell of Modern Species 38:32

3M ago38:32

38:32

Feeling inspired by the new year and the recent episode on changing behaviors, this episode focuses on motivating actions that will lead to a better 2024 and world for all. Compounding small actions over time creates a significant impact, and this episode will challenge you to take that first step in helping create a better tomorrow. One thing a da…

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132 - Changing Behaviors with Nick Budden of Flavor Forward 1:12:34

4M ago1:12:34

1:12:34

Can a brand, product, or marketing strategy change the world? Maybe not directly, but today’s guest believes that he can positively influence consumer behavior for a healthier and more sustainable future. Nick Budden is an innovation strategist on a mission to create $500 million in healthy, sustainable food innovation by 2030. He founded Flavor Fo…

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131 - Self Care & Latin American Botanicals with Rebekah Jensen of Sanara Skincare 52:04

4M ago52:04

52:04

Sustainable and green skincare products have become increasingly popular due to their focus on environmentally friendly practices and natural ingredients, but have we tapped into nature’s full potential? In this episode, we embark on a rejuvenating exploration of self-care and Latin American botanicals with the insightful Rebekah Jensen, Founder of…

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130 - Brand, Impact & Packaging with Adam Peek of the People of Packaging 27:41

4M ago27:41

27:41

There’s nothing wrong with having beautiful, eye-catching packaging that grips a shopper from first sight. But what use is a pretty package if the contents inside are already spoiled? For this unique cross-show episode of Brands for a Better World, our resident host, Gage Mitchell turns interviewee as special guest, Adam Peek dons the host’s chair.…

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129 - Regenerative Organic Agriculture with Patagonia Provisions and Paul Lightfoot 47:17

4M ago47:17

47:17

The brand Patagonia is renowned for its purpose-driven mission of finding solutions to problems, collectively working to battle climate change and help save our home planet. One of the solutions they’re focusing on is regenerative organic agriculture and food sourcing because, after all, everything we consume and eat has a profound impact on our pl…

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128 - Climate Neutral with Austin Whitman of The Change Climate Project 42:50

5M ago42:50

42:50

The transition away from fossil fuels may be daunting, but achieving a clean, net-zero future promises a world that is not only environmentally sustainable but also remarkably hopeful. Joining us today is Austin Whitman, CEO of The Change Climate Project, an initiative that offers Climate Neutral Certification and helps companies accelerate on the …

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127 - 1% for the Planet with Kaylee Duncanson 37:15

5M ago37:15

37:15

Working together to support the planet and its people is imperative, and 1% for the Planet has made it easier than ever for businesses to donate their time and money to this invaluable cause! Today, we are joined by Kaylee Duncanson, Membership Manager at 1% for the Planet, to discuss their mission and how you can get involved. Tuning in, you’ll fi…

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126 - Minority-Owned Fellowship with Katrina Tolentino of Naturally Network 34:30

5M ago34:30

34:30

If we truly want to live in a just and equitable society, we need to embrace diversity everywhere, from the board of directors to the factory employees to the product we buy. Today’s guest, Katrina Tolentino, understands this concept well as she is on the frontlines of supporting diversity in her industry through her role as the Executive Director …

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125 - Regenerative Organic Certified with Elizabeth Whitlow of Regenerative Organic Alliance 43:38

5M ago43:38

43:38

As humans, we have managed to destroy the natural balance of the earth and now, we have to work hard to return it to its normal state. In this episode, we are joined by Elizabeth Whitlow from the Regenerative Organic Alliance to discuss regenerative organic certification. Tuning in, you’ll hear all about why this certification is important, what it…

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124 - Women-Owned with Elizabeth Walsh of WBEC East 30:20

5M ago30:20

30:20

Entrepreneurship is difficult for anyone but it is a whole lot more difficult for women who are carrying centuries of barriers, making running a business more difficult. Today we are joined by the president of the Women’s Business Enterprise Center (WBEC) East to discuss all things women-owned businesses and Women-Owned Impact Certification. You wi…

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123 - Upcycled Certified with Angie Crone of Upcycled Food Association 42:33

5M ago42:33

42:33

In this episode, we dive into the heart of the food waste crisis and explore innovative strategies to combat the staggering issue of food waste with Angie Crone, CEO of the Upcycled Food Association. The Upcycled Food Association is a nonprofit trade association focused on reducing food waste by growing the upcycled food economy through research, s…

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122 - Plastic Neutral Certified with Anjali Malpani of rePurpose Global 42:35

5M ago42:35

42:35

In this episode, we unpack plastic-neutral certification, the immense scale of the global plastic problem, and how rePurpose is helping combat the plastic pollution crisis. Joining us today is Anjali Malpani, Senior Business Partnerships Manager at rePurpose Global, a pioneering company focused on combating plastic waste through empowering brands a…

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121 - Community Over Competition with Spencer Lynn, North Regional Manager of KOS 57:27

6M ago57:27

57:27

Learning from the successes and mistakes of others can help us all to go from strength to strength. Spencer Lynn is the North East Regional Manager of KOS, a health and wellness brand on a mission to improve everyday nutrition and make the world a healthier place. During this conversation, Spencer shares his journey to working in nutrition, how the…

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120 - Keep Evolving with Gage Mitchell of Modern Species 3:43

12M ago3:43

3:43

Here at Evolve CPG, we’re all about evolution. It’s time for us to practice what we preach and announce what’s next in our pipeline. In order for us to evolve in a way that works for you, we need your help. In this short episode, we fill you in on what’s new in the Evolve CPG community and how you can get involved! Although change can be unsettling…

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119 - Over 1 Million Meals Donated with Richa Gupta of Good Food for Good 58:07

1y ago58:07

58:07

Could the for-profit, for-purpose model be the most sustainable business model for making an impact? Today we are joined by Richa Gupta, Founder of Good Food For Good to share her entrepreneurial journey. She fills us in on her buy-one-feed-one business model and what inspired it, and shares her feelings on the non-profit model. We learn about her …

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118 - Speaking The Truth is Powerful with Miyoko Schinner formerly of Miyoko's Creamery 1:00:13

1y ago1:00:13

1:00:13

While activism and change-making can require us to exercise emotional intelligence and perform certain balancing acts, there is also a power in standing up and unequivocally stating what you believe in. Miyoko Schinner is a champion of putting the truth in plain sight and allowing the cards to fall as they may, and today she sits down to talk about…

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117 - Deliver on Flavor & Sustainability with Alec Jaffe of Alec's Ice Cream 48:51

1y ago48:51

48:51

As public interest in sustainability grows, there are more and more consumers looking for ways to eat the foods they enjoy with less impact on the world around them. This means that today’s CPG brands are forced to innovate when it comes to both flavor and sustainability to meet the increasing demand for affordable, climate-friendly, and perhaps mo…

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116 - Passion and Entrepreneurship with Jordan Buckner of Foodbevy 46:52

1y ago46:52

46:52

Entrepreneurs are able to build their businesses because of the passion that fuels them, which also gives them purpose, helps them focus, and develops their resiliency. Jordan Buckner is joining us today to help us unlock the power of passion and purpose. He is the Founder of Foodbevy, a community platform aimed at helping founders in food and beve…

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115 - Margins, Capital, Time & Purpose with Jared Kligerman of The Think Tank 1:18:31

1y ago1:18:31

1:18:31

There is much to consider when launching a product in the retail space. Joining us today to discuss the tribulations he faced through the process of launching (and subsequently closing) Wander Nut Butters, is The Think Tank’s president, Jared Kligerman. Jared’s mission with The Think Tank is to aid small businesses in standing out from the crowd an…

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114 - Why Not All Salt is Real Salt with Darryl Bosshardt of Redmond 1:03:56

1y ago1:03:56

1:03:56

Much has been said in the last few decades about salt and its effects on our health. And more recently, some of the claims around its dangers have come into question and been clarified. Here on the show today is Darryl Bosshardt of Redmond, a company dedicated to making clean and natural salt more available to everyone. Our conversation centers on …

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113 - Food That Won't Slowly Kill You with Bobbi Giudicelli of Read The Ingredients 1:08:57

1y ago1:08:57

1:08:57

Changing your behavior is no easy feat, especially when it comes to food. And for Bobbi Giudicelli, it took several dramatic health setbacks (both for herself and two close family members) to take action and truly re-examine how her relationship with food was affecting her quality of life. This led her to co-found Read The Ingredients, a company th…

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112 - The Benefits of Mushrooms with Parker Olson of Forij 48:39

1y ago48:39

48:39

During his junior year in college, Parker Olson embarked on the first of a series of nutritional experiments that would change the course of his life in ways he could never have imagined. After becoming aware of the incredible properties of functional mushrooms during one of these experiments, Parker became the youngest board member of the Puget So…

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111 - 2022 Hits - Make People Feel Something with Jake Karls of Mid-Day Squares 45:21

1y ago45:21

45:21

We are bringing back another of our most listened episodes from 2022. This time, we’re speaking with Jake Karls, cofounder and rainmaker at Mid-Day Squares, about their game-changing, show-everything style brand marketing and how he and his co-founders (his sister, Leslie, and brother-in-law, Nick) are committed to staying independent and true to t…

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110 - Air, Water, Tea and Your Health with Michael D. Ham of Wild Orchard Teas 53:34

1y ago53:34

53:34

What has become known as conventional agriculture is part of the reason for the state of grave environmental degradation we find ourselves living in, which is having negative impacts on our health. Although regenerative farming may be a new term, it’s actually an ancient practice based on the way nature intended us to consume food. Through Wild Orc…

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109 - No More Designing Pretty Trash with Gage Mitchell of Modern Species 9:52

1y ago9:52

9:52

Ever wondered about Gage Mitchell's journey into his current work and the early days of Modern Species? Today Gage gives listeners a short but sweet introduction to the career pivot he made about 15 years ago, what brought about this change, and the principles that he built into the foundations of his agency. Gage also talks about his prioritizatio…

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108 - Purpose Baked Into the Business with Matt Kreutz of Firebrand Artisan Breads 59:06

1y ago59:06

59:06

At Firebrand Artisan Breads, making exceptional baguettes and brioche (which they do) is secondary to their mission of creating meaningful work for people who are often not given those opportunities. Matt Kreutz, the founder of Firebrand and our guest on today’s show, founded the company with the goal of making a positive impact on his community by…

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107 - Bringing Purpose to Pet Food with Jess Berger of Bundle x Joy 55:55

1y ago55:55

55:55

All product markets and areas of business can benefit from a purpose-driven approach, and the pet food space is no different! Joining us for this episode is the Founder and CEO of Bundle x Joy, Jess Berger, and we have a fascinating chat with Jess about her winding career path and her passion for pets. We explore some important ideas around intenti…

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106 - Start Living Unchained with Subtle Distinctions 54:28

1y ago54:28

54:28

Breaking free from the shackles that we give ourselves can be one of the biggest challenges each of us faces, especially when these are shielded from our view. Today we sit down with Matt D'Amour and Linwood Paul from personal growth and development company, Subtle Distinctions, to talk about how they approach helping their clients transcend limiti…

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105 - Cash, Community, or Customers with Jordan Buckner of Foodbevy 1:00:29

1+ y ago1:00:29

1:00:29

Entrepreneurs need to be creative and forward-thinking to build a successful and sustainable business. Although making money is the main objective of any business, entrepreneurs are focused on much more than profit margins or the bottom line. Today's guest, Jordan Buckner, overcame many challenges while starting and running his own companies and re…

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104 - Over Deliver on Experience with Lex Evan of Lexington Bakes 1:06:31

1+ y ago1:06:31

1:06:31

Throughout a person’s career, they acquire many skills beneficial to entrepreneurism. Recognizing those skills creates fantastic opportunities to pursue your passions and follow your dreams. In this episode, we talk to Lex Evan, the Founder, CEO, and chef of the first conscious and sustainable bakery. Lexington Bakes is a luxury bakeshop creating d…

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103 - From Curiosity to a Career (in Food) with Kimberly Schaub of PeasOnMoss 1:18:53

1+ y ago1:18:53

1:18:53

There are so many interesting and creative careers out there that slip by unnoticed by many of the population, and sometimes it takes a happy accident or chance encounter to align us with a career path that suits us brilliantly. Kimberly Schaub of PeasOnMoss exemplifies this idea, and her work as a research chef and curious culinary creator is maki…

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102 - The Joyful Freelancer: Work-Life Balance is a Waste of Time with Gage Mitchell of Modern Species 37:36

1+ y ago37:36

37:36

How do you grow your “brand” as a freelancer? Does the hype around the importance of a healthy work-life balance make sense? This week, we feature an episode of The Joyful Freelancer that our very own Gage Mitchell was on recently to answer these questions. The host of the podcast, Katherine Gustafson, evoked Gage to delve into some of his favorite…

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101 - The Creative Shit Show: Sustainable Shit Show with Gage Mitchell of Modern Species 54:51

1+ y ago54:51

54:51

How can a brand use the power of design to make the world a better place? This episode features our very own Gage Mitchell’s interview on The Creative Shit Show Podcast, where he talks in-depth about designing solutions that make a positive impact on our environment. Gage talks about the power of design, how it can make a meaningful impact, and why…

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100 - Defining Better for the World with Gage Mitchell of Modern Species 37:18

1+ y ago37:18

37:18

We spend a lot of time talking about better-for-the-world products, brands, and businesses. But what does that really mean? During our milestone episode, we are reflecting on the types of advice and stories that are shared on the show by guests who are working to do better in different ways. We take a detailed look at what it means for purpose-driv…

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099 - Technology Meets Natural Food with Karen Frame of Makeena 58:51

1+ y ago58:51

58:51

In recent times, we have seen a rapid rise in technology used to enhance in-store experiences and even incentivize better food choices. Today on the EvolveCPG Podcast, we are joined by Karen Frame, an early innovator of such technology in the natural foods industry. Apart from her experience in accounting, law, real estate, coding, and even educati…

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098 - What We Eat Matters with Seth Goldman of Eat The Change 45:40

1+ y ago45:40

45:40

The foods that we choose to eat represent our single biggest environmental impact. This is the belief of today’s guest, activist entrepreneur Seth Goldman, who wants to inform and empower consumers to make choices that align with their concerns around climate change and wellbeing. Seth is the co-founder and Chief Change Agent of Eat the Change, a s…

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