In With the New

Sharon Cryan is the Founder of FoodNerd, an innovative food technology company rethinking how we process and consume everyday nutrition. Sharon shares the inspiration behind FoodNerd's Mega Puffs, a first-of-its-kind cold-processed snack designed to preserve the full nutrient profile of fruits and vegetables, and explains how her early life experiences and legal background exposed major gaps in the food system. She also breaks down what "processed food" really means, the impact of ultra-processing on nutrient loss, and how her proprietary "nutrient lock" technology keeps food as close to its natural state as possible.

She further explores the challenges of educating consumers in a crowded grocery landscape, the importance of early childhood nutrition in shaping lifelong eating habits, and how modern food products influence children's taste preferences. Sharon also shares her mission to create transparent, convenient solutions for parents—helping them reduce food guilt while making healthier choices for their families.

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Vy Nguyen is the Founder and CEO of Lemon of the Sun, a sun care company reimagining how we protect our skin beyond traditional sunscreen. Vy shares the inspiration behind Sun Clad, an innovative laundry booster that transforms everyday clothing into UPF 30+ sun protective wear, and explains how living in Vietnam's intense UV environment sparked the idea. She also discusses the science behind the product, the challenges of creating a new consumer category, and how partnerships with dermatologists and TikTok helped build early traction.

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Sam Teicher is the Co-founder of Coral Vita, a company on a mission to solve one of our planet's greatest challenges: preserving and restoring coral reefs — at scale. Sam and Avril discuss the threats to coral reefs, and how Coral Vita's innovative land-based coral farms are helping dying reefs recover and thrive. They also discuss how Coral Vita's mission-driven approach positions the company to tackle reef restoration at the scale needed to make a real difference

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Bryan Krafchik is the founder of Loot Toy Company, a brand dedicated to creating all-natural bath bombs and bubble baths specifically designed for children with sensitive, eczema-prone skin. With a steadfast commitment to safety and quality, Bryan has built the brand around vegan, non-GMO ingredients that are both gentle and effective. Discover how Loot Toy Co. is reimagining children's bath time with products that parents can trust and kids will love.

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Kelsey Irvine is the CEO of Birch Babe, a sustainable Canadian skincare brand. Kelsey discusses the company's commitment to clean and simple ingredients, in-house formulation, and low-waste packaging. Discover more about Birch Babe's approach to creating sustainable skin care for the everyday person.

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Julia Dietmar is the CEO & co-founder of OpenWardrobe, an AI-powered app that allows users to catalogue their wardrobe, and then makes personalized outfit suggestions based on the items you already own. Their aim is to inspire a fashion revolution where every garment is valued and every purchase decision contributes to a more sustainable world. Discover more about OpenWardrobe's unique take on sustainable fashion and how they are encouraging mindful shopping.

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Leena Manro is an award-winning writer, director, and co-founder of All Purpose, a B Corp-certified creative agency. She shares how her passion for storytelling inspired her to leave a successful career in law to pursue acting, writing, and directing—and how that journey now helps her uncover and craft impactful stories at All Purpose.

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Stuart Jenkins is the Chief Innovation Officer at Blumaka, creator of recycled foam insoles and footwear that are scientifically proven to help elite athletes reach peak performance. Stuart discusses the environmental issues caused by foam manufacturing and excessive material waste, and how Blumaka turns foam remnants into high-performance products with minimal environmental impact. Discover more about how Blumaka is making its mark on the footwear industry while upholding its ethical values.

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Keith Bearden is CEO of Alter Eco Foods, a company that uses innovative ways to ensure consumers can enjoy chocolate products while adhering to sustainable practices. The company focuses on having direct engagement with the supply and all aspects of the supply chain. From educating the farmers in Switzerland to having a hand in the packaging process, Alter Eco Foods ensures all their chocolate is both delicious and ethically sourced. Discover more about Alter Eco Foods approach to meshing the love of chocolate with sustainability!

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Josh Dorfman is the CEO and host of Supercool, a B2B media company that celebrates extraordinary climate solutions that cut carbon, boost the bottom line, and improve modern life. Listen in as Josh discusses his journey in sustainable entrepreneurship, and his thoughts on the future of climate tech innovation.

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