"In this episode, I'm speaking with Michael Nestrud, a dedicated researcher of the human experience who uniquely bridges the gap between rigorous sensory science and the culinary arts. Based in Chicago, Michael is currently with First Position Training and Consulting, where his driving mission is to make 'product evaluation and sensory science for everyone.' We had a fantastic conversation about how his culinary background informs his research, and why democratizing product evaluation is so critical for modern food innovation. LinkedIn: Michael Nestrud Company: First Position Training and Consulting Expertise Areas: * Sensory Science & Product Evaluation Culinary Arts & Human Experience Research Training & Education Accessible Consumer Insights