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CPG Week by BevNET & Nosh
by Nosh
Welcome to CPG Week, 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 Nosh and BevNET 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.
Episodes
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NACS News & Clio Gets New Owners
In this episode: This week, the podcast goes through an M&A deal for Greek yogurt bar brand Clio and all the big news from the National Association of Convenience Stores (NACS) trade show in Las Vegas last week. Co-hosts Brad Avery and Lukas Southard run through Poppi and protein innovation from...
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Mind & Mood on Display, MAHA vs. MAGA
This week, podcast co-hosts Brad Avery and Lukas Southard kick up their feet and sip on the growth of the relaxation beverage category. The episode also covers a developing rift between Make America Healthy Again advocates and the White House, more lawsuits over sweeteners and RIND Snacks' pivot...
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Recess Staffs Up & Inflation Keeps Pressure On Grocery
On this episode of the CPG Week Podcast, co-hosts Brad Avery and Lukas Southard cover how Recess is adding more industry know-how to its leadership ranks, the impact of elevated pricing in grocery and convenience retail and rumors about a popular oil brand seeking a buyer. Show Highlights: 0:30 -...
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Sol-Ti's $30M Marks Win For Shots & Another Chef-Driven Meal Kit
In this episode: In this episode, CPG Week co-hosts Brad Avery and Lukas Southard take a quick hit from the juice shots category on the news that functional brand Sol-Ti raised a new tranche of capital. After exploring if shots have a ceiling, the team discusses how the meal kit category is...
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Beyond Enters The Phytosphere And Whey's Capacity Woes
In this episode: This week, BevNET CPG Media senior reporters Brad Avery and Lukas Southard get jacked talking about protein, exploring Beyond's expansion into new protein formats and the whey supply shortage. Later in the show, the hosts discuss Battle Bars' rebrand, energy brand Echelon's new...
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Goodles' Great Deal And Rahal's Big Week
In this episode: This week, the podcast tackles a series of M&A deals from Goodles' recent acquisition by Barilla, a renewed partnership between Keurig Dr Pepper and Chobani, Nestlé's divestments and Peter Rahal's big news week. Show Highlights: 1:00 - Brad and Lukas dive into Barilla's…
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Where Did All Of Kroger's Red Bull Go?
In this episode: This week, senior reporters Brad Avery and Lukas Southard break down a series of lawsuits targeting the use of allulose in energy drinks and protein bars as well as an update on a crustless sandwich trademark case. The hosts also discuss a simmering dispute between Red Bull and...
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Newtopia Now Insights And Beverage Investor Unrest
In this episode: This week on the podcast, BevNET and Nosh senior reporters Brad Avery and Lukas Southard discuss the top trends on display at Newtopia Now. They also get into a new report from the Acosta Group on long-term changes in consumer spending behavior and break down the shareholder...
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Defining Ultraprocessed, Celsius Cools Off, Reinventing 7UP
In this episode: This week on the podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Lukas Southard break down the federal government's first proposed definition of ultraprocessed foods and a rocky quarter for Celsius. The hosts also dig into Khloé Kardashian's latest Khloud...
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Hemp Gets a Reprieve, Kodiak Climbs and Faith-Fueled Energy Drinks
In this episode: This week on the podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Brad Avery break down a possible reprieve for hemp beverage makers, a high-profile sports drink acquisition backed by NBA star Victor Wembanyama, Kodiak's remarkable growth story under private…
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Freezer Burns, Bankruptcy and Food's Biggest Changemakers
In this episode: This week on the podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Lukas Southard discuss the collapse of one of the nation's largest beverage distributors, a closely watched false advertising dispute in the frozen novelty aisle, ongoing scrutiny surrounding...
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Utz Goes Private, Sèchey Shifts, Final Boss Sour Levels Up
In this episode: This week on the podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Lukas Southard discuss Utz Brands' $2.9 billion acquisition by Germany's Intersnack Group and Sèchey's decision to exit brick-and-mortar retail in favor of a technology platform. The hosts also chat...
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The Frozen PB&J Wars Heat Up; FDA Cracks Down on Caffeine Labeling
In this episode: This week on the podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Brad Avery examine four stories shaping the packaged food industry: the seed funding round fueling a drink mix startup's retail expansion, The EVERY Company's latest step toward commercializing...
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Kroger Goes Shopping, Nutrabolt's Market Debut and Big Food on Trial
In this episode: This week on the podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Lukas Southard unpack Kroger's $1.65 billion deal to acquire Giant Eagle, Nutrabolt's reported initial public offering plans and two legal developments that could have ripple effects across the food...
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A Sweet Acquisition, a Bitter Trademark Battle and Fancy Food Finds
In this episode: This week on the podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Brad Avery discuss the acquisition of organic candy maker YumEarth, a trademark case brewing between ready-to-drink coffee brand Rise and PepsiCo, fresh funding for protein ice cream startup Frozen...
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Tara Bosch's Next Bet and Trade Dress Distress
In this episode: This week on the podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Lukas Southard discuss Algae Cooking Club's funding round and BRĒZ's strategic pivot, plus SmartSweets founder Tara Bosch's second entrepreneurial act and a legal battle between two electrolyte...
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Nestle's Goodbye to Fake Dyes And Hydration Litigation
In this episode: This week on the podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Lukas Southard discuss how Nestlé USA nixed synthetic dyes across its food and beverage portfolio and why hydration brand LMNT is suing Oasis, a product ratings app. The hosts also break down new...
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Meat Snack Mania, Celsius In Hot Water and Tom Brady's Good Nut
In this episode: This week on the podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Brad Avery discuss why analysts are bullish on the meat snack category, plus a new premium coconut water brand founded by Tom Brady. The hosts also talk about the strategy behind Morinaga's...
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Spilling The Tea On Ryl's Latest Raise
In this episode: This week on the podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Lukas Southard discuss Trek One Capital's acquisitions of Good Karma Foods and No Cow. The podcasters also highlight the latest funding announcements, including a new investment for a…
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Chicken In A Biscuit, Messi No Más, And a Can Of Cod
In this episode: This week on the podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Lukas Southard discuss WILDE Brands' expansion into crackers made with chicken breast, the discontinuation of Lionel Messi's sports drink brand, a functional beverage startup tackling menstrual...
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Big Bets on Beans and Bone Broth. Plus, Olipop Glows Up
In this episode: This week on the podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Brad Avery discuss Brami's new funding, Olipop's refreshed brand identity, Kettle & Fire's leadership transition, and Danone's plans to sell its stake in Lifeway Foods. Show Highlights: 0:20 - Brami...
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Beyond's Beverage Bet and Target's THC Tactics
In this episode: This week on the podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Lukas Southard discuss the acquisitions of Brainiac and Van's, Target's expansion in hemp drinks, and Beyond's big bet in beverages. Show Highlights: 0:20 - Bel Group is strengthening its position…
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The 'Carbone of Indian Food' and Colostrum In A Can
In this episode: This week on the podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Brad Avery discuss the stateside debut of Gymkhana Fine Foods, a premium Indian sauce brand with fine-dining roots and fresh capital. The duo also details the launch of a functional beverage...
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Protein Ice Cream Brands Scoop Up Cash
In this episode: This week on the podcast, Nosh senior reporters Brad Avery and Lukas Southard discuss the FMI's online grocery report, fresh funding rounds for frozen dessert brands, why Nestle is offloading Blue Bottle and details behind the new brand from Lemon Perfect's founder. Show...
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Gatorade Gets A 'Lyte' Overhaul and Laird Goes On A Buying Spree
In this episode: This week on the podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Lukas Southard discuss how Gatorade is courting dehydrated non-athletes, Laird Superfood's acquisition strategy, the impact of GLP-1s on consumer purchasing behavior and what's happening in hemp.…
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Gummies, Gut Checks and Gin Deals
In this episode: This week on the podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Brad Avery discuss Unilever's acquisition of Grüns, Suja Life's initial public offering, Ithaca Hummus' plans for category domination, and Mark Anthony Brands' purchase of Finnish Long Drink. Show...
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Outlook Not Sow Good And Crunch Time For Khloud
In this episode: This week on the podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Lukas Southard discuss recent disruption at freeze-dried candy maker Sow Good, the new celebrity faces in supplement spaces, Khloud's expansion into a bigger salty snack set, and protein bars made...
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Mayo-Mustard Merger, Creatine Craze and HOP WTR On Top
In this episode: This week on the podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Brad Avery unpack the McCormick-Unilever merger, Constellation Brands' purchase of HOP WTR, Create Wellness' fresh funding-fueled expansion, and Q Mixers' move into functional beverages. Show...
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From Huel to Hellmann's, Big Food Makes Its Moves
In this episode: This week on the podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Lukas Southard discuss Danone's acquisition of Huel, fresh funding for frozen dumpling maker Laoban, a potential merger in the condiment set, and the high cost of eating according to the new food...
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The People v. David, A Protein Soda Boom and George Clooney's Near Beer
In this episode: This week on the podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Brad Avery discuss a class action lawsuit against David Protein, Bloom's entry into the crowded protein soda set, Bachan's post-acquisition plans, and George Clooney's near beer brand. Show...
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Mochi Moves, Sports Drink Deals And David Does Ice Cream
In this episode: This week on the podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Lukas Southard discuss the acquisitions of frozen dessert maker My/Mochi Ice Cream and next-generation sports drink brand Local Weather. The hosts also speculate about David Protein's entry into the...
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Expo West Sneak Peek
In this episode: This week on the podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporters Brad Avery and Lukas Southard gear up for the annual trek to Anaheim for Natural Products Expo West. Listen in to learn about the brands, products and trends on our radar this year. Show…
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A Kardashian, a Makeover and a Lawsuit. We're Spilling the Tea
In this episode: This week on the podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Lukas Southard discuss Kim Kardashian's new energy beverage venture, Hippeas' once-in-a-decade brand refresh, a class action complaint against functional iced tea brand Halfday Tonics, and new…
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A Corporate Curveball And Combat-Ready Protein Bars
In this episode: This week on the podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Brad Avery discuss the latest development in Kraft Heinz's breakup plans, new funding and partnership for Patrick Mahomes-backed Throne Sport Coffee, a protein bar developed for mixed martial arts...
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A Better Bagel Bootleg And Barron Trump's Beverage Bet
In this episode: This week on the podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Lukas Southard dig into the latest development surrounding the beleaguered maker of The Better Bagel, Barron Trump's involvement in a beverage startup and the recent departure of Impossible Foods'...
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Scandal, Sauce, Snacks and Shrooms
In this episode: This week on the podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Brad Avery dig into the public relations crisis surrounding brands linked to prominent investor and advisor Peter Attia following recent revelations of his relationship with convicted sex offender...
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A Chicken Feed Cockfight And Gummies Galore
In this episode: This week on the podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Lukas Southard tackle the recent controversy surrounding cage-free egg producer Vital Farms, the latest updates affecting the hemp beverage industry, and a beverage maker's strategic expansion into...
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Beyond Meat's Beverage Launch And The Curious Case Of DayDayCook
In this episode: This week on the podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Brad Avery discuss Beyond Meat's expansion beyond meat alternatives, Prime's foray into protein shakes, DayDayCook's exit from the U.S., and Chameleon Cold Brew's future under new ownership. Show...
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Inside The New Dietary Guidelines. Plus, Lemon Perfect Sours
In this episode: This week on the podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Lukas Southard discuss the new Dietary Guidelines for Americans, a leadership shakeup at Lemon Perfect, the acquisition of snacking platform The Good Crisp Company, and Koia's entry into the modern...
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Are We Over Protein Yet? Plus, A Meal Delivery Merger
In this episode: This week on the podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Brad Avery discuss protein-packed launches for the new year: David's Bronze bars, Mel Robbins' energy shot, and more. The hosts also share details on a merger between Splendid Spoon and Mosaic Foods...
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MAHA, M&A And More – 2025's Top Stories
In this episode: This week on the podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporters Brad Avery and Lukas Southard reflect on the top stories of the year, including the rising influence of the Make America Healthy Again movement on the food and beverage industry, the biggest merger...
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Jason Kelce's Hot Investment And Other Year-End Funding News
In this episode: This week on the podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Brad Avery discuss a spate of funding news for a hot sauce brand, a hummus startup and a functional beverage company. The hosts also chat about what an executive order to reschedule cannabis could...
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Leadership Changes at Coke and Kraft Heinz. Plus, Thrive Market Goes Dry
In this episode: This week on the podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Lukas Southard discuss leadership changes at Coca-Cola and Kraft Heinz, Thrive Market's decision to drop alcohol, and what the apparent closure of Believer Meats means for the future of cultured...
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San Francisco Sues Big Food. Plus, Anheuser-Busch Picks Up BeatBox
In this episode: This week on the podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Brad Avery discuss San Francisco's lawsuit over ultraprocessed foods, Anheuser-Busch's $490 million acquisition of BeatBox, Stockeld Dreamery's sale to Bettani Farms, and Ripple Foods' $17 million...
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A Sneak Peek At Nosh Live & BevNET Live
In this episode: This week on the podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Lukas Southard share highlights of Nosh Live and BevNET Live, held Dec. 4-5 and Dec. 7-9, respectively, in Marina del Rey, Calif. Show Highlights: 0:15 - Monica kicks off the episode with a preview…
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Miyoko's Deal Meltdown And A Tale of Two IPOs
In this episode: This week on the podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Brad Avery discuss the bidding war drama surrounding the recently liquidated plant-based cheese brand Miyoko's Creamery. The podcasters also chat about cold-press juice maker Suja Life's plans for a...
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Hemp's Ticking Clock, The Supplements-To-Energy Pipeline
In this episode: This week, the podcast explores the implications of the Congressional spending bill on the hemp beverage industry and why there is a silver lining to the defined timeline for product sales. Senior reporters Brad Avery and Lukas Southard also discuss Gopuff's big investment round...
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High Hopes For Hemp Beverages. Plus, TreeHouse Foods' Lofty Exit
In this episode: This week on the podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Lukas Southard chat about the acquisition of TreeHouse Foods, the regulatory outlook for hemp beverages, a new verification standard for non-ultraprocessed foods, and Lucky Energy's latest funding...
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Unpacking the Acquisitions of Caulipower and Justin's
In this episode: This week on the podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Lukas Southard chat about the acquisitions of Caulipower and Justin's by private equity firms, Keurig Dr Pepper's new $7 billion investment, and new funding for popped sorghum startup Cob. Show...
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It's Time For Recess. Plus, A Bourbon Brand On the Block
In this episode: This week on the podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Brad Avery talk about Recess' new funding round and leadership addition, a premium bourbon brand on the block, and new cash for Robert Downey Jr.'s coffee brand. The podcasters also discuss the...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to CPG Week, 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 Nosh and BevNET 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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Welcome to CPG Week, 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 Nosh...
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