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What the FMCG?!

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What the FMCG?! is brought to you by The Grocer, the bible of the FMCG industry to explore the forces shaping food, drink and consumer goods today. Each episode brings together insight from senior leaders, analysts and industry operators to unpack the trends, tensions and commercial realities driving the sector. From retail strategy and innovation to shifting consumer behaviour and emerging technologies, we dive into it all. Expect data-led insights, practical perspectives, and candid conversations designed to help brands, retailers and suppliers make better decisions in a rapidly changing m...

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The Gut Stuff's Alana Macfarlane Kempner on Hero Group acquisition and working with your twin 12.06.2026 40:24

The Gut Stuff has just been acquired by the Swiss food company behind Deliciously Ella and Organix, Hero Group. She and her co-founder (and twin sister) Lisa have no plans to step back from the business. For them, this is simply their next phase of growth and with the boom in fibre, it's the most exciting time. In this episode, she discusses how to prepare your SME for acquisition, and shares the...

Sacked for stopping a shoplifter? Sean Egan vs Morrisons 24.04.2026 26:52

Morrisons is standing by its decision to sack one of its former managers, Sean Egan, who was involved in an altercation with a shoplifter at its Aldridge store. But Sean's case has gone viral, attracting support from politicians, the head of the Metropolitan Polices, and members of the public, some of whom are planning to protest outside the store this weekend. It's become quite the PR headache f...