Today on subscribing to wellness we are joined by Denise Woodard, Founder and CEO of Partake Foods. Partake is on a mission to include everyone at the table - their products, which currently include cookies and baking mixes are gluten-free, vegan, non-GMO and free of the top 14 allergens.  

Episode Fun Facts:

1) Denise started partake because of her daughter and she wanted everyone to feel that they could enjoy foods without worrying about allergies. 2) We talk to Denise about the companies inception, some of her biggest struggles along the way and how she sees Partake differentiating itself.

Today on Subscribing to Wellness we are joined by Co-Founder and CEO of Fishwife, Becca Millstein. Fishwife is female-founded company aiming to make ethically-sourced, premium, and delicious tinned seafood a staple in every cupboard. We dig deep with Becca about how fish is labeled at the grocery store, the origin story and much more.

Episode Fun Facts:

1) Fishwife sources from responsibly managed fisheries and aquaculture farms to bring the vibrance of Spanish tinned fish culture to the North American table. 2) They recently dropped a killer collaboration with Graza and Diaspora. 

Today on Subscribing to wellness we are joined by Co-Founder and CEO of HVMN, Michael Brandt. HVMN stands for Health Via Modern Nutrition and its first product is a liquid ketone supplement called Ketone IQ. The product was developed alongside the US military and top universities to deliver all of the incredible benefits for energy and cognitive performance in a single bottle. We talk to Michael about his personal exercise passion, what exactly a ketone is and how HVMN is looking to disrupt the space.

Today on Subscribing to wellness we are joined by Co-Founder and Co-CEO of HigherDOSE, Katie Kaps. HigherDOSE is a one-of-a-kind spa experience at the intersection of wellness, health & beauty. Combining the benefits of infrared and healing light therapy, HigherDOSE’s signature services promise to leave consumers feeling euphoric and rejuvenated -- truly glowing from the inside out. We talk to Katie about their Infrared Sauna blanket, temperature regulation and how we can all benefit from using hot and cold therapies.

Episode Fun Facts:

1) HigherDOSE has amassed a cult-like following of celebrities, influencers, health aficionados and time-strapped professionals all addicted to its benefits. 2) Rachel and Daniel both own Sauna blankets and they are amazing. 

Today on Subscribing to Wellness we are joined by Christopher Gavigan, Founder of Prima & Co-Founder of The Honest Company. Prima offers an incredible lineup of pure and potent plant therapeutics for skin, body, and mind. Prima's portfolio is inspired by nature and backed by science to combat stress and target issues at their source.

Episode Fun Facts: 1) Christopher also Co-founded The Honest Company alongside Jessica Alba. The Honest Co is now a publicly traded company and available in over 32,000 locations worldwide. 2) Prima boasts one of the genuinely highest quality CBD creams on the market.  

Today on Subscribing to Wellness we are joined by Carolyn Yachanin, Founder of Copina Co. Copina Co. is a fast-growing beauty & wellness company bringing nature's best plant botanicals to your daily routines. Their flagship product is a plant-based collagen powder blend coming in several great-tasting flavors (perfect to add to your smoothies, protein shakes, coffee, tea and more). Carolyn is a true expert on collagen and provides some great info in this episode.

Episode Fun Facts: 1) Copina Co's collagen blends come in awesome flavors, including our personal favorite, matcha. 2) Carolyn is also CMO of Bright People Foods.

Today on Subscribing to Wellness we are joined by Jake Karls, Co-Founder of Mid-Day Squares. Mid-Day Squares is the "the first FUNCTIONAL CHOCOLATE BAR." It was designed for those on the go that want to cut their hunger and cravings in between meals. It’s made entirely with superfoods and raw, vegan, gluten-free and organic ingredients. Most importantly its made with real chocolate and tastes just like chocolate. Jake and Co. have created a cult following with a wildly authentic media strategy. 

Episode Fun Facts:

1) The company raised a $10M Series C led by Siddhi Capital in early 2022. 2) Rumor points to a cookie dough launch coming in the near future. 

Today on Subscribing to Wellness we are joined by Ted Fleming, Founder of Partake Brewing. The Partake team crafts great-tasting, low-calorie, non-alcoholic beer that you can proudly drink without judgement on any occasion. 

Episode Fun Facts:

1) The brand was born in Canada and is quickly expanding in the USA. 2) Partake raised a $17 million dollar Series B in early 2022 with participation from PowerPlant, CircleUp, Amberstone, Barrel Ventures, and several others.

Today on Subscribing to Wellness we are joined by Jamie Schwartz, COO of Remedy Drinks. Remedy drinks is a rapidly growing kombucha brand. The team makes the tastiest, healthiest live cultured drinks chock-full of live cultures, organic acids and antioxidants and other all natural goodness that's good for your gut and overall wellbeing. Remedy drinks also naturally contain no sugar.

Episode Fun Facts: 1) Remedy Drinks is a global brand, founded in Melbourne, Australia. 2) Jamie's historical experience ranges from operating to investing as a former member of the CAVU ventures team. 

Today on Subscribing to Wellness we are joined by Alex Bayer, Founder of Genius Juice. Genius juice is a blend of organic coconut meat and coconut water that makes a creamy smoothie without the use of concentrates or preservatives. Genius Juice was awarded as a Bevnet smoothie of the year and is expanding its retail presence rapidly. 

Episode Fun Facts: 1) Alex also hosts a great podcast of his own called 15 minutes of Genius as well as Friday Vibes. 2) Genius raised oner $1M on the Republic in 2021.