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Let’s Talk Dairy
by www.dairyfoods.com
Dairy Foods’ "Let's Talk Dairy" podcast series features enlightening interviews with leaders and experts within the dairy processing industry. Led by Dairy Foods’ editors, the podcast covers a wide variety of topics, including product development, dairy product trends, food safety, plant operations, dairy product marketing, regulatory updates and much more. Listen in to stay informed and up to date! Available on |
Episodes
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Episode 69: Can Greek ice cream make a big impact in North America?
Chrys Kefalas, founder and CEO of Yala Greek Ice Cream, the first authentic Greek ice cream shop in the United States, and the managing vice president of Brand Strategy at the National Association of Manufacturers, joins Dairy Foods for Episode 69 of the Let’s Talk Dairy podcast to discuss Greek...
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Episode 68 – Kilwins CEO discusses desserts, innovations, and trends.
Brian Britton, president and CEO of Kilwins, appears on Episode 68 of the “Let’s Talk Dairy” podcast to discuss desserts and consumer trends. He leads the company’s mission to “Make People Happy” through premium chocolates, fudge, and super-premium ice cream while driving growth strategies from...
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Episode 67 – Sibel Candemir discusses Hispanic dairy plus much more
Sibel Candemir, chief marketing officer at Irving, Texas-based Cacique, joins Dairy Foods for Episode 67 of the “Let’s Talk Dairy” podcast, where she discusses Hispanic dairy.Candemir leads brand strategy, innovation and commercialization across the company’s cheese, crema, and chorizo portfolio,...
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Episode 66 – Jorge Izquierdo discusses five steps dairy processors can take to implement a successful AI strategy
Jorge Izquierdo, vice president, market development, PMMI, the Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies, joins Dairy Foods for Episode 66 of the “Let’s Talk Dairy” podcast. During the podcast, he discusses artificial intelligence (AI).
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Episode 65 – Matt Graziose, PhD, discusses “natural” protein and more
Matt Graziose, Ph.D., vice president for Regulatory Compliance at Chobani, joins Dairy Foods for Episode 65 of the “Let’s Talk Dairy” podcast, where he discusses protein and natural ingredients.Graziose is the vice president of nutrition and regulatory compliance at Chobani, responsible for...
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Episode 64 – Why is dairy perfect for GLP-1 consumers?
Jacqueline Van Schaik, global lead nutritionist, Fonterra, joins Dairy Foods for episode 64 of the “Let’s Talk Dairy” podcast. During this podcast, she discusses GLP-1s and dairy. Read More
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Episode 63 – Smearcase founders discuss consumer demand for frozen cottage cheese, plus much more
Drew DiSpirito and Joe Rotondo, founders of Smearcase, appear on Episode 63 of the "Let's Talk Dairy" podcast to discuss their frozen cottage cheese product, FroCo. Rotondo, who created his first brand, Rocky Clark, while in college, has experience in e-commerce and was named New Jersey's Best...
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Episode 62 – Cindy Cooper discusses school milk trends and milk dispensing systems
Cindy Cooper, assistant director of Health and Wellness at The Dairy Alliance, discusses the Milk Dispenser Initiative in Episode 62 of the “Let’s Talk Dairy” podcast. With 28 years of experience in school nutrition, she highlights how milk dispensers enhance the milk experience, increase...
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Special Episode – Horizon Organic’s New Real Dairy Creamers: Senior Director, Nicole Pavlica, on Innovation in Milk Adjacencies
Dairy Foods Multimedia Specialist Brett Parker sits down with Nicole Pavlica, Senior Director of Milk Adjacencies for Horizon Organic, as they discuss the brand's new Real Dairy Creamers which are made from four natural ingredients and presented in three flavors: Homestyle Vanilla, Chantilly…
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Episode 61 — What the future holds for A2 milk
Jeff Mroz, co-founder of Pioneer Pastures, joins Dairy Foods for Episode 61 of the “Let’s Talk Dairy” podcast. He discusses A2 milk and his company.Mroz, along with Kathryn Moos, founded Pioneer Pastures, a health company rooted in ultra-filtered milk from cows with the A2 gene. Drawing on their...
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Episode 60: Scott Dahl discusses successful campaigns he has implemented in the dairy industry
Scott Dahl, an award-winning creative leader who serves as chief creative officer for Nordeast Marketing Group, joins Dairy Foods for Episode 60 of the “Let’s Talk Dairy” podcast, where he discusses the marketing of dairy products. Dahl served in leadership roles at Betty, BBDO, and OLSON, where…
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Episode 59 – Cargill executives discuss ingredient reduction, free from and clean label
Allison Leibovich and Regina Draper of Wayzata, Minn.-based Cargill join us for Episode 59 of the “Let’s Talk Dairy” podcast where they discuss ingredient reduction and free from. Read More
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Episode 58 – Why honey and dairy make a great pair
Keith Seiz, ingredient marketing expert for Erie, Colo.-based National Honey Board, joins us for Episode 58 of the “Let’s Talk Dairy” podcast, where he discusses honey and its relationship to dairy products. Read More
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Episode 57 — The New Dynamics of Foodservice Distribution
Matt Lochmann, project manager at ORBIS Corp., joins Dairy Foods for Episode 57 of the “Let’s Talk Dairy” podcast to discuss the New Dynamics of Foodservice Distribution. With 13 years at ORBIS, Lochmann has a solid understanding of the needs of dairy processors when it comes to one of their most...
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Special Episode — Showcasing Smart Swaps with Dairy Council Vice President of Nutrition Affairs Katie Bambacht
Dairy Foods Magazine Multimedia Specialist Brett Parker sits down with Katie Bambacht, Vice President of Nutrition Affairs for Dairy Council, as they discuss their "Smart Swaps" initiative, which is designed to help schools meet evolving nutrition standards and student expectations. The program...
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Special Episode — Beneo explores structure and function claims, weight management requirements for dairy
In this special episode of the "Let's Talk Dairy" podcast, Dairy Foods sits down with Denisse Colindres, nutrition communication manager for ingredient supplier Beneo, to discuss functional dairy foods and ingredients, focusing on claims for digestive health, satiety, weight management and energy...
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Showcasing Bubbies Mini Ice Cream Sandwiches with Vice President of Marketing Katie Cline
Dairy Foods Magazine Multimedia Specialist Brett Parker sits down with Katie Cline, Vice President of Marketing for Bubbies Ice Cream, as they discuss the brand's new Mini Ice Cream Sandwiches line, which includes Key Lime Pie and Strawberry Shortcake flavors. In this interview, Cline explains…
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Episode 56 — Learn about how AI and technology can help the dairy industry
Adam Geissler, director of strategic accounts at New York City-based Augury, joins Dairy Foods for Episode 56 of the “Let’s Talk Dairy” podcast. Augury is a provider of industrial artificial intelligence (AI) solutions that improve machine health and process health. He works closely with Augury’s...
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Special Episode — Exploring alternative cleaning solutions with Pure Bioscience
In this special episode of the "Let's Talk Dairy" podcast, Pure Bioscience Corporate Account Manager Cory Bifoss and Director of Technical Services AJ Bogan sit down with Dairy Foods to discuss alternative cleaning solutions for dairy membrane systems.
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Episode 55 — McKinsey: 70% of dairy executives are optimistic about the future of the industry
Ludovic Meilhac, expert partner at McKinsey & Co., joins Dairy Foods for Episode 55 of the “Let’s Talk Dairy” podcast to discuss dairy trends. Read More
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Special Episode — Showcasing Crystal Farms' Dill Pickle Shredded Cheese with Associate Director of Marketing Andrew Cannon
Dairy Foods Magazine Multimedia Specialist Brett Parker sits down with Andrew Cannon, Associate Director of Marketing for Crystal Farms, as they discuss the brand's new Dill Pickle Shredded Cheese, a combination of Monterey Jack cheese and Dill Pickle seasoning.In this interview, Cannon explains...
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Episode 54 — A strong future for indulgent ice cream
Rachel Jaiven, director of marketing, Häagen-Dazs, joins Dairy Foods for episode 54 of the “Let’s Talk Dairy” podcast. Jaiven discusses ice cream trends and sustainability. Read More
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Special Episode — Showcasing Danimals' 'Snack Hero' Campaign with Senior Director of Family & Kids Yogurt at Danone North America Lindsay Lee
Dairy Foods Magazine Multimedia Specialist Brett Parker sits down with Lindsay Lee, Senior Director of Family & Kids Yogurt at Danone North America, as they discuss Danimals new "Snack Hero" campaign, in which parents nationwide can have Danimals delivered to them within 30 minutes by ordering...
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Episode 53 — What is leading to excellent growth in Hispanic cheese products?
Mark Braun, president and CEO, and Arturo Nava, senior marketing director at Hispanic Cheese Makers, known for its Nuestro Queso brand, join us for Episode 53 of the “Let’s Talk Dairy” podcast to discuss Hispanic trends. Read More
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Episode 52 — Tariffs and Supply Chain Challenges topic of “Let’s Talk Dairy” podcast
Becky Rasdall Vargas, senior vice president of trade and workforce policy at the International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA), joins us for Episode 52 of the “Let’s Talk Dairy” podcast to discuss “Tariffs and Supply Chain Challenges.” Based in Washington, D.C., the IDFA, since 1990, represents…
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Special Episode — Award-Winning A1 Steakhouse Butter with Epicurean Butter's Rick Prow & Charlie Ashworth
Dairy Foods Magazine Multimedia Specialist Brett Parker sits down with Rick Prow, R&D Chef & Procurement Manager for Epicurean Butter, and Charlie Ashworth, Foodservice Sales Manager for Epicurean Butter, as they discuss the brand's A1 Steakhouse Butter, which combines A1 Steak Sauce with creamy...
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Episode 51 — Dairy alternatives take center stage during “Let’s Talk Dairy” podcast
Catherine Bayard, global product manager of Plant Attitude at Givaudan, joins us for Episode 51 of the “Let’s Talk Dairy” podcast. Bayard manages the dairy and cheese alternatives category globally at Switzerland-based Givaudan, helping to create food experiences intended to do good and feel good...
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Special Episode — Showcasing the Food Solutions & Exchange Conference 2025 with Anritsu Infivus Inc President & CEO Erik Brainard
BNP Media Group Publisher Doug Peckenpaugh sits down with Erik Brainard, President & CEO of Anritsu Infivus Inc. and Vice President of the Food Production Solutions Association Board of Directors, as they discuss the upcoming Food Solutions Exchange & Conference 2025. The event will take place...
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Episode 50 — Dr. Katie Brown joins “Let’s Talk Dairy” podcast
Katie Brown, EdD, RDN, president of the National Dairy Council (NDC), a nonprofit education organization founded by U.S. dairy farmers with a vision of a healthy, sustainable world with science as its foundation, joins Dairy Foods for Episode 50 of the “Let’s Talk Dairy” podcast.In this role, Dr....
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Episode 49 — NERCON R&D manager joins “Let’s Talk Dairy” podcast
Jeff Falash, research and development manager for Neenah, Wis.-based NERCON, joins Dairy Foods for Episode 49 of the “Let’s Talk Dairy” podcast to discuss packaging trends.Falash began his career at Nercon 37 years ago. He started in assembly on the plant floor, spent time as part of its field...
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Special Episode — Crafting Nitrogen Ice Cream with Chill-N Nitrogen Ice Cream Co-Founder Daniel Golik
Dairy Foods Multimedia Specialist Brett Parker sits down with Daniel Golik, Co-Founder of Chill-N Nitrogen Ice Cream, as they discuss the company's focus on flash-frozen nitrogen ice cream which includes sugar-free and gluten-free options.In this interview, Golik discusses the benefits and...
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Episode 48 — Can the hot cottage cheese trend continue?
Dr. Carmen Licon, director at Cal Poly’s Dairy Products Technology Center, joins Dairy Foods for Episode 48 of the “Let’s Talk Dairy Podcast.”Prior to her current role, Dr. Licon’s academic career began in October 2017 as an assistant professor for Food Processing and Engineering at Fresno…
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Special Episode — A Conversation with Todd Hutson, Commercial Manager at Tetra Pak
Todd Hutson, commercial manager at Tetra Pak, with 36 years of experience in the dairy industry, joins Dairy Foods for a special edition of the “Let’s Talk Dairy” podcast. He specializes in dairy filtration technology, focusing on high-value proteins and sustainable solutions to reduce energy and...
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Episode 47 — BENEO product manager joins “Let’s Talk Dairy” podcast
Kwee Choo Ng, regional product manager, Rice Ingredients and Functional Proteins, North America, at BENEO, joins Dairy Foods for Episode 47 of the “Let’s Talk Dairy” podcast, where she addresses ingredient reduction and “free from.” In her role as product manager, Ng is driving the ongoing...
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Special Episode — A Conversation with Jubilee's Founder Ashley Waldman
Dairy Foods Multimedia Specialist Brett Parker sits down with Ashley Waldman, Founder of Jubilee's, a company that specializes in flavored milk with reduced sugar to allow kids to enjoy a flavorful milk product while enjoying more health benefits. In this interview, Waldman discusses how to make…
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Special Episode — Award-Winning Ice Cream with Stewart's Shops' Adam Seybolt & Matt St. Onge
Dairy Foods Multimedia Specialist Brett Parker sits down with Adam Seybolt, Director of Manufacturing at Stewart's Shops, and Matt St. Onge, Dairy Manager at Stewart's Shops as they discuss the brand's big wins at the 2024 World Dairy Expo in Wisconsin, taking the top prizes in Best Strawberry...
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Episode 46 — The latest in foodservice trends
Maeve Webster, president of Menu Matters LLC, joins Dairy Foods for Episode 46 of the “Let’s Talk Dairy” podcast, where she discusses food service trends. Webster is a consultant and thought leader for the food and beverage industry with nearly 25 years of experience. She founded the Arlington,...
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Special Episode — Highlighting f'real's Choco Choco Oat Shake with f'real Senior Product Manager Amanda Baran
Dairy Foods Magazine Multimedia Specialist Brett Parker sits down with Amanda Baran, Senior Product Manager at F'Real Beverages, as she discusses the blend-it-yourself milkshake companies latest flavor, Choco Choco Oat Shake. In this interview, Baran explains what makes the ingredients to the…
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Special Episode — Highlighting Plant-Based Nutrition with Danone North America Senior Vice President of Plant-Based Beverages, Kallie Goodwin
Dairy Foods Magazine Multimedia Specialist Brett Parker sits down with Kallie Goodwin, Senior Vice President of Plant-Based Beverages, as they discuss collaborations with Silk to help educate children and their families about the benefits of plant-based products, especially served at breakfast...
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Episode 45 — The Role of AI in Metal Detection & Food Protection
Eric Garr, Regional Sales Manager, Food Safety, Checkweighing, and Contaminant Detection Specialist at Fortress Technology, has been with the company for 18 years, starting off as a Field Service Technician before advancing to his current role. Founded in 1996 and headquartered in Toronto…
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Episode 44 — Transervice executive discusses dairy logistics
Glenn Campbell, regional director of operations for Williamston, S.C.-based Transervice Logistics, joins us for Episode 44 of the “Let’s Talk Dairy” podcast to discuss dairy logistics. Campbell started in the truck industry as a driver. He changed directions and moved over to fleet maintenance 23...
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Special Episode — National ice cream day celebration with Marcello di Gregorio from Museum of ice cream
Dairy Foods Magazine Multimedia Specialist sits down with Marcello Di Gregorio, Marketing Manager of Museum of Ice Cream, as they discuss the National Ice Cream Day Celebration taking place on Saturday July 20th and Sunday July 21st across all their locations in New York City, Chicago, Austin…
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Episode 43 — IFF chief sustainability officer joins “Let’s Talk Dairy” podcast
Renee Henze, chief sustainability officer at International Flavors & Fragrances (IFF), joins Dairy Foods for Episode 43 of the “Let’s Talk Dairy” podcast to discuss sustainability.Henze leads IFF’s Environmental, Social, and Governance strategy, execution, and reporting functions. She also leads...
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Episode 42 — Fresh-Lock senior manager discusses sustainability
Todd Meussling, senior manager of market development for Appleton, Wis.-based Fresh-Lock, joins Dairy Foods for Episode 42 of its “Let’s Talk Dairy” podcast. During this podcast, Meussling discusses sustainability and flexible packaging. Read More
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Episode 41 — An arsenal of ingredients help dairy products shine
Lisa Jackson, Director of Marketing at FlavorSum, joins Dairy Foods for Episode 41 of the “Let’s Talk Dairy” podcast and discusses the wide range of ingredients and flavors creating “buzz” on social media and beyond. Founded in 1941 in Kalamazoo, Michigan, FlavorSum has seen steady growth. In…
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Episode 40 — How the dairy industry overcame pandemic-induced supply chain challenges
Jorge Izquierdo, vice president of market development for PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies, joins Dairy Foods for Episode 40 of the “Let’s Talk Dairy” podcast. Izquierdo discusses supply chain challenges. Read More Sponsored by:
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Special Episode — Highlighting innovations in lactose-free dairy
Darin Copeland, Public Relations Manager at Prairie Farms Dairy in Edwardsville,Ill., joins Dairy Foods for a wide-ranging conversation on several trends impacting the dairy industry. Founded in 1938, Prairie Farms relies on the freshest dairy milk from more than 600 multigenerational…
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Episode 39 — All the latest about animal-free dairy
Amy DeLisio, CEO of the Dairy Council of California, joins us for Episode 39 of the “Let’s Talk Dairy” podcast to discuss animal-free dairy.DeLisio, MPH, RDN, brings a wealth of executive and professional expertise to the position. She previously served as the executive director for the Center…
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Special Episode — Highlighting the Innovate With Dairy Program
Dairy Foods Multimedia Specialist Brett Parker sits down with Marla Beurk and Judy Keenan of Dairy Management, Inc as they discuss a new program called "Innovate With Dairy" which is designed to provide smart guidance to dairy entrepreneurs and enable them to develop new products.In this…
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Episode 38 — Tillamook’s Jill Allen predicts dairy trends
Jill Allen, director of product excellence in research and development at Tillamook County Creamery Association (TCCA) joins us for episode 38 of the Let’s Talk Dairy podcast. She discusses dairy trends and predictions. Read More
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Dairy Foods’ "Let's Talk Dairy" podcast series features enlightening interviews with leaders and experts within the dairy processing industry. Led by Dairy Foods’ editors, the podcast covers a wide variety of topics, including product development, dairy product trends, food safety, plant operations, dairy product marketing, regulatory updates and much more. Listen in to stay informed and up to date! Available on |
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