CPG Week by BevNET & Nosh

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 soda category. The podcasters also share highlights from the Winter FancyFaire show in San Diego. Show...

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 and Zico Rising's latest funding.  Show Highlights: 0:15 - David Protein has unveiled its latest "mast...

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 moments, and notable highlights of hemp's uncertain future.  Show Highlights: 1:00 - Monica explores t...

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 mean for the hemp drink market. Show Highlights: 0:15 - Former NFL player Jason Kelce is backing hot sau...

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 protein. Show Highlights: 0:15 - The Coca-Cola Company has announced a new leader to succeed James Quiney....

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 funding round. Show Highlights: 0:15 - San Francisco has declared war on America's snack aisle, filing t...

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 of Nosh Live 2025, highlighting sessions with the leaders of Khloud Foods, Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams...

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 public market exit and Once Upon A Farm's delayed public offering. Finally, the hosts look at a merger...

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 and why there is so much synergy between energy drinks and fitness supplements. The podcasters conclude...

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 round. Show Highlights: 0:15 - TreeHouse Foods is going private in a deal valued at $2.9 billion. Monica...

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 Highlights: 0:15 - Caulipower has been acquired by its longtime private equity-owned co-manufacturing partn...

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 closure of an alt-cheese maker and the surge in demand for gummy formats in supplements and in candy. Show...

In this episode: This week on the podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Lukas Southard discuss trends and new products featured at the NACS Show held Oct. 14-17 in Chicago. The event drew thousands of convenience store operators to view the latest offerings from food and beverage brands seeking to expand within the channel. Show Highlights: 0:35 - Lukas dives into the la...

In this episode: This week on the podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Avery dig into Whole Foods Market's annual trends forecast and DayDayCook's shift away from its recent brand acquisitions to focus on bitcoin. The podcasters also discuss the potential of a new food processing technology and the legal battle brewing between Liquid Death and Death Wish Coffee.   Show...

In this episode: This week on the podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Lukas Southard dig into Walmart's decision to remove synthetic dyes from its store-branded products. The team goes on to discuss how certain brands are repositioning in the plant-based cheese category, the abrupt closure of Nor-Cal Beverages and the data behind the high-protein craze. Show Highlights...

In this episode: On this episode of CPG Week, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Brad Avery unpack Once Upon A Farm's IPO announcement, a grocery retailer's adoption of a food health scoring system, breakfast maker Seven Sundays' step toward vertical integration, and Beckett Industries' new food and beverage focused fund.  Show Highlights: 0:15 - Once Upon A Farm has filed for...

In this episode: On this episode of CPG Week, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Brad Avery unpack Once Upon A Farm's IPO announcement, a grocery retailer's adoption of a food health scoring system, breakfast maker Seven Sundays' step toward vertical integration, and Beckett Industries' new food and beverage focused fund.  Show Highlights: 0:15 - Once Upon A Farm has filed for...

In this episode: On this episode of CPG Week, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Lukas Southard discuss the most recent twist in Ben & Jerry's battle with Unilever over its stance on the Gaza War, how Slate Milk has ridden the high-protein trend to a $23 million investment, SlimFast's new owner and why one seasoned beverage industry executive thinks energy drinks need to grow...

In this episode: In this episode of CPG Week, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Brad Avery analyze the evolution of private label from off-brand to on-trend. The podcasters also discuss recent examples of the protein craze in Wandering Bear's new latte line and Brami's lupini bean-based pasta. Additionally, the hosts dig into British mixer brand's partnership with Molson-Coor...

In this episode: In this episode of CPG Week, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Lukas Southard discuss recent investments in Bloom Nutrition, Tost and Magic Mind, plus meal kit makeovers and marathon-friendly food and beverage brands. Show Highlights: 0:15 - Nutrabolt has taken a majority stake in Bloom Nutrition , strengthening its position in categories including energy dri...

In this episode: In this episode of CPG Week, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Brad Avery dig into Kraft Heinz's separation plans and PepsiCo's increased investment in Celsius Holdings. The hosts also chat about Pepsi's warning letter from an activist investor and Huel's ready-to-drink foray into the red-hot greens category. Show Highlights: 0:15 - Kraft Heinz is officially...

In this episode: In this episode of CPG Week, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Lukas Southard discuss Keurig Dr Pepper's post-acquisition plans for the JDE Peet's business, new funding for yogurt maker Painterland Sisters and alt-protein producer The Better Meat Company, and the decision behind Spindrift's exit from the beverage alcohol category. Show Highlights: 0:15 - Keur...

In this episode: In this episode of CPG Week, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Brad Avery dig into the dual trends of clean labels and dirty sodas. The hosts also discuss a new AI-driven solution for food and beverage manufacturers and the stalling of a Silicon Valley darling. Show Highlights: 0:15 - Saffron Road is introducing its "most ambitious brand refresh" in its 15-ye...

In this episode: In this episode of CPG Week, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Brad Avery dig into an acquisition, an acquisition attempt and an acquisition target, as well as an artificial intelligence mishap. Show Highlights: 0:15 - Daring Foods has been acquired by v2food with backing by Ajinomoto. Monica details why the plant-based poultry producer is a sizzling target i...

In this episode: In this episode of CPG Week, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Lukas Southard talk through two legal battles facing Chobani's La Colombe brand and Uncle Nearest Whiskey . The team also examines Doughlicious' new investment round and Beyond's decision to rebrand itself away from the "meat" alternatives. The duo wrap up with a discussion of this year's Nosh Not...