Meati and Beyond Meat Go From Sizzle to Fizzle. Plus, Danone's Latest Deal
Release Date: 05/15/2025
Coke and Pepsi’s MAHA Makeovers? Plus, The Brand That Bested Better Bagel
CPG Week by BevNET & Nosh
In this episode: On the CPG Week podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Brad Avery discuss the acquisitions of Tia Lupita and Health-Ade Kombucha, new directions for the biggest beverage makers, and how Hero saved the day when Whole Foods ended its supply agreement with BetterBrand. Show Highlights: 0:15 - Mexican food brand has been acquired by Vilore Foods, distributor of Jumex beverages and other Hispanic brands. Monica unpacks terms of the transaction. 1:30 - Coca-Cola is launching a of its namesake soft drinks with cane sugar, and Pepsi announced plans to debut...
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David’s Fishy New Innovation. Plus, Is Kraft Heinz Breaking Up?
CPG Week by BevNET & Nosh
In this episode: On the CPG Week podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Brad Avery discuss an unusual new product launch and continued consolidation among packaged food conglomerates. Then, Brad provides his top takeaways from the Hemp Beverage Expo. Show Highlights: 0:15 - Catch of the day? Protein bar brand David started the week with a splash, announcing the launch of frozen, boiled cod. Monica shares the reel deal behind this fishy product extension. 3:25 - Ferrero Group has announced plans to acquire W.K. Kellogg Co. for $3.1 million, adding Frosted Flakes and...
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Keeping Up With Kardashian’s Snack Brand. Plus, A Co-Packer’s Abrupt Closure
CPG Week by BevNET & Nosh
In this episode: On the CPG Week podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Lukas Southard discuss the rise of Khloé Kardashian’s protein popcorn brand and the downfall of a co-manufacturer. Then, the hosts dig into the sale of a cult-favorite ice cream brand to unlikely buyers and the expansion of a bottled tea company into new snacking segments. Show Highlights: 0:15 - is popping off. Monica explains how Khloé Kardashian’s snack brand is charting an expansion into thousands of retailers within months of its debut. 2:15 - The abrupt has left several brands...
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Keeping Up With Kardashian’s Snack Brand. Plus, A Co-Packer’s Abrupt Closure
CPG Week by BevNET & Nosh
In this episode: On the CPG Week podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Lukas Southard discuss the rise of Khloé Kardashian’s protein popcorn brand and the downfall of a co-manufacturer. Then, the hosts dig into the sale of a cult-favorite ice cream brand to unlikely buyers and the expansion of a bottled tea company into new snacking segments. Show Highlights: 0:15 - is popping off. Monica explains how Khloé Kardashian’s snack brand is charting an expansion into thousands of retailers within months of its debut. 2:15 - The abrupt has left several brands...
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UNFI's Cyber Crisis Aftermath & The Celebrity Podcaster To Bev Biz Pipeline
CPG Week by BevNET & Nosh
In this episode: On this episode of the CPG Week podcast, BevNET managing editor Martín Caballero joins senior reporter Brad Avery to talk about the of the UNFI , investment in podcast-backed beverage brands, the rebirth of co-packer Joriki Beverages and what’s next for beer distributors after the Alani Nu acquisition. Show Highlights: 0:15 - CPG brands are starting to prepare for the a few weeks ago. Brad discusses what Nosh has learned so far in talking with founders, stakeholders and experts. 1:30 - Marty describes the recent raise by influencer-backed cognitive beverage brand . The...
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UNFI's Cyber Crisis Aftermath & The Celebrity Podcaster To Bev Biz Pipeline
CPG Week by BevNET & Nosh
In this episode: On this episode of the CPG Week podcast, BevNET managing editor Martín Caballero joins senior reporter Brad Avery to talk about the of the UNFI , investment in podcast-backed beverage brands, the rebirth of co-packer Joriki Beverages and what’s next for beer distributors after the Alani Nu acquisition. Show Highlights: 0:15 - CPG brands are starting to prepare for the a few weeks ago. Brad discusses what Nosh has learned so far in talking with founders, stakeholders and experts. 1:30 - Marty describes the recent raise by influencer-backed cognitive beverage brand . The...
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BetterBrand's Founder Goes AWOL. Plus, Momofuku's Fresh Funding
CPG Week by BevNET & Nosh
In this episode: On the CPG Week podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Lukas Southard discuss the latest update on low-carb bread maker , a new investment for Momofuku Goods, IPO rumors for Jennifer Garner’s children’s food brand and why one frozen novelties maker is throwing in the towel on its kids’ drinks. Show Highlights: 0:15 - BetterBrand’s founder Aimee Yang appears to be on the lam, after a number of suppliers and service providers have claimed Yang’s low-carb baked goods business owes them significant amounts of money. 3:00 - Restaurateur David...
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BetterBrand's Founder Goes AWOL. Plus, Momofuku's Fresh Funding
CPG Week by BevNET & Nosh
In this episode: On the CPG Week podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Lukas Southard discuss the latest update on low-carb bread maker , a new investment for Momofuku Goods, IPO rumors for Jennifer Garner’s children’s food brand and why one frozen novelties maker is throwing in the towel on its kids’ drinks. Show Highlights: 0:15 - BetterBrand’s founder Aimee Yang appears to be on the lam, after a number of suppliers and service providers have claimed Yang’s low-carb baked goods business owes them significant amounts of money. 3:00 - Restaurateur David...
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UNFI SNAFU And Beckham’s Buzzy Business Bet
CPG Week by BevNET & Nosh
In this episode: This week, the podcast team digs into the disruption caused by a cyberattack on wholesaler UNFI’s information technology systems last week. Next, the hosts discuss Taste Tomorrow Ventures’ first food investment and why sour candy is whetting investor appetites lately. Finally, the podcasters highlight a soccer star's foray into the consumer packaged goods field and a beverage brand's latest partnerships. Show Highlights: 0:15 - A cyberattack last week, leaving many bare shelves at grocery stores across the country. Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous details the...
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The Case Against David. Plus, Is Vegan Cheese In Crisis?
CPG Week by BevNET & Nosh
In this episode: This week, the podcast team explores an centered around protein bar David’s of its supplier Epogee. Next, the hosts look toward regulatory headwinds in hemp drinks and why there are signs of optimism despite retail setbacks. Finally, the team looks at candy maker Joyride’s new $30 million funding round before discussing the future of plant-based cheese. Show Highlights: 0:15 - Three brands are suing Peter Rahaal’s David brand for monopolizing the novel ingredient EPG. 2:00 - While and institute new restrictions on intoxicating hemp beverages, startup...
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On this episode, the CPG Week podcast team digs into the declines of two prominent plant-based brands before discussing the acquisitions of Mary’s Gone Crackers and Kate Farms. Next, the hosts highlight the latest celebrity to launch a coffee brand. (Maybe a hot sauce would have been more appropriate?).
Show Highlights:
0:15 - The team kicks off the podcast discussing the downfall of mycelium meat maker Meati, who is reportedly selling for $4 million – after raising a total of $450 million during its lifespan. Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous provides a rundown of recent events that led to this point.
2:15 - Beyond Meat is also on the backburner. The plant-based patty purveyor recently secured $!00 million in debt financing after a particularly brutal quarter that saw U.S. retail and foodservice sales declining by double digits.
5:00 - Senior reporter Brad Avery unpacks the sale of gluten-free pioneer Mary’s Gone Crackers by a Dare Foods subsidiary. What does it mean for the company going forward?
5:55 - Danone has struck a deal for Kate Farms, a maker of plant-based baby formula. The French dairy giant expands its reach into a new segment of the market. Brad discusses why the acquisition is consistent with Danone’s recently stated goals.
6:55 - Red Hot Chili Peppers frontman Anthony Kiedis is launching a coffee business (and speaking at BevNET Live!), Mid-Day Squares co-founder Jake Karls can finally eat his brand’s products, and Pepsi is playing dirty in Coke’s backyard.
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