The Nomad Foods Podcast

In this episode of the Nomad Foods Podcast, host Oliver Thomas is joined by Shane Brennan, Senior Vice President of Global Policy, Projects & Partnerships at the Global Cold Chain Alliance (GCCA), to unpack the infrastructure underpinning modern food systems.   They explore how the cold chain supports food security, quality and affordability, how it has held up through COVID, Brexit, current geopolitical disruption, and where it faces the greatest pressure today. The conversation also looks ahead to the future of frozen food, highlighting the role of investment, collaboration and climate‑smart infrastructure in building a more resilient global food supply.   Learn more about the Global Cold Chain Alliance here: https://www.gcca.org/

In this episode of the Nomad Foods Podcast, Oliver Thomas sits down with Tom Wakeman, Insight Director at IGD, to unpack the rapid rise of GLP‑1 medications and their growing impact on the global food landscape. Tom explains what GLP‑1 drugs are, why adoption has accelerated, and how they’re already reshaping consumer behaviour - from calorie intake and snacking habits, to retailer choice and product innovation.   Together, they explore the implications for retailers and manufacturers, the opportunities emerging across categories, and how organisations can respond thoughtfully to this long‑term shift in how people eat.   To read more about the work IGD is doing in this space, please see here: https://www.igd.com/commercial-insight/glp-1

As 2025 draws to a close, Nomad Foods' Head of Culinary, Mark Schomberg, joins us to share his insights on the future of frozen food and his top festive cooking tips. From bold global flavours shaping next year’s supermarket shelves to clever ways frozen can save time during the holidays, this episode is packed with inspiration for foodies and home cooks alike. Tune in for trends, tips, and a little festive fun!

In this episode of the Nomad Foods Podcast, Oliver Thomas, Head of Corporate Affairs at Nomad Foods, sits down with three global leaders in the frozen food industry: Alison Bodor (President & CEO, American Frozen Food Institute), Rupert Ashby (Chief Executive, British Frozen Food Federation), and Sabine Eichner (Managing Director, Deutches Tiefkühlinstitut [German Frozen Food Institute]).   From tackling misconceptions and embracing new consumer trends to discussing game-changing initiatives like the Move to Minus 15°C, this conversation dives deep into the challenges and opportunities that will define the future of frozen food in 2026 and beyond.

In episode four of The Nomad Foods Podcast, we dive into the world of Sustainability following release of Nomad Foods’ latest Sustainability Report – Appetite for a Better World.   Oliver Thomas, Head of Corporate Affairs at Nomad Foods, is joined by David Pettet, Nomad’s Head of Sustainability and Mike Barry, co-founder of Planeatry Alliance. Together they explore how food brands, value chains, and greater consumer engagement can drive a more resilient and sustainable food system, helping build a healthier future for people and planet.   To read more about the progress Nomad Foods is making against its Appetite for a Better World strategy, please see here: https://www.nomadfoods.com/appetite-for-a-better-world/sustainability-reports/

In episode three of The Nomad Foods Podcast we dive into Frozen in Focus – Nomad Foods’ inaugural report looking at the role that frozen food (and the freezer) plays in consumers’ lives in 2025. Oliver Thomas, Head of Corporate Affairs at Nomad Foods, is joined by Steve Challouma, Nomad’s Chief Marketing Officer and Alex Hardy, Director of Consumer & Market Insights and Analytics at Nomad Foods, to dissect the findings of this landmark study which surveyed over 7,500 adults across UK, France, Germany, Italy and Sweden to understand why consumers are turning to frozen and what trends the category should look at tapping into over the coming years. To read the Frozen in Focus report in full and find out more, please visit www.nomadfoods.com/frozeninfocus

In episode two of The Nomad Foods Podcast, we sit down with Bo Dohmen, Senior Nutrition & Health Manager at FoodDrinkEurope and Lauren Woodley, Head of Nutrition & Sensory Science at Nomad Foods to dive into the key trends and topics surrounding health and nutrition across Europe, how they shape public policy and what it all means for the consumer. Don’t forget to hit the follow or subscribe button to make sure you’re the first to hear about future episodes.

In Episode One of The Nomad Foods Podcast, we sit down with our CEO, Stefan Descheemaeker, to look back at the first 10 years of the business. Find out why Nomad Foods has recently launched a new Vision & Purpose, plus hear in-depth discussions on the health, quality, and sustainability benefits of frozen food. Listen to expert insight from an industry leading figure on why the future is exciting for the frozen food category. Don’t forget to hit the follow or subscribe button to make sure you’re the first to hear about future episodes.

This brand new podcast series is brought to you by Nomad Foods, one of the world’s leading frozen food companies and proud owner of brands such as Birds Eye, iglo, Findus, Ledo & Frikom. In this series, we’ll be taking a deep dive into the world of frozen food, talking with industry experts and company insiders to understand the initiatives, the products, and the people taking frozen to the next level and setting it up for success. Hosted by Oliver Thomas, our Head of Corporate Affairs. New episodes coming soon!