Best Lab Talk With Laura Podcasts (2025)

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#164: SupplySide Connect New Jersey - Navigating Uncertainty in Tariffs, FDA Oversight, and Supplement Trends 47:48

13d ago47:48

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For Episode #164 of the PricePlow Podcast, Ben Kane sits down with Cassie Smith (Senior Editorial Content Director at SupplySide) and Josh Long (Associate Editorial Director at SupplySide Supplement Journal) for a dynamic discussion recorded live at SupplySide Connect New Jersey 2025. This wide-ranging conversation dives into the most pressing issu…

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#163: Katie Emerson & Tony Miano - Kyowa Hakko's Setria Glutathione & Cognizin Research Updates 29:52

20d ago29:52

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In this episode of the PricePlow Podcast, Mike and Ben welcome back Katie Emerson of Kyowa Hakko USA after Katie’s year and a half hiatus from the PricePlow Podcast. They’re joined by first-time guest Tony Miano, Director of sales and business development and the man behind putting CognizinÂ® citicoline into so many numerous beverage innovations. R…

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#162: Andy Holmes - Informed Sport with Olympic-Level Supplement Testing 1:00:04

1M ago1:00:04

1:00:04

In this episode of the PricePlow Podcast, we’re joined by Andy Holmes, Business Development Manager for LGC Science’s Informed family of certification programs. This fascinating conversation dives deep into the world of dietary supplement testing and certification, focusing on how these programs help ensure product safety and quality for athletes a…

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Meet the unsung heroes of the electricity grid | Behind the scenes with overhead lineworkers 26:57

3M ago26:57

26:57

Overhead power lines transmit the vital electricity that our homes and businesses, schools and hospitals need. They’re exposed to all the elements - storms, winds, hail and snow - so someone needs to make sure they can withstand whatever is thrown at them. Thankfully there’s a team of people who do this 24/7 – lineworkers. The UK’s transmission net…

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#161: Revolutionizing RTD Protein Beverages with Arla Foods Ingredients BLG-100 (Sebastian Poulsen & Preston Losee) 56:46

3M ago56:46

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In a special episode of the PricePlow Podcast that includes a tasting panel, we welcome Sebastian Poulsen, Application Scientist at Arla Foods Ingredients, to explore the future of ready-to-drink protein beverages. Alongside returning guest Preston Losee, Sebastian guides us through an extensive sampling of innovative protein drink concepts powered…

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#160: Jack Sehgal & Chuck Zhang - Nutrablend Foods + Selling Supplements in China 1:04:15

4M ago1:04:15

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On Episode #160 of the PricePlow Podcast, Mike and Ben continue their conversation from the Basic Supplements launch, this time joined by Jack Sehgal, CEO of Nutrablend Foods, and Chuck Zhang for an in-depth discussion about supplement manufacturing, quality control, and the evolving Chinese market. After our fascinating discussion with Basic Suppl…

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AI and energy: the new power couple? 42:11

4M ago42:11

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There’s an ongoing struggle for balance between the usefulness of AI and its energy demands. Generative AI and large language models are highly energy-intensive, with ChatGPT consuming up to 10 times more electricity than a standard Google search, and the energy consumption of data centres projected to double by 2026. But at the same time, AI has t…

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#159: MuscleTech EuphoriQ V2 Beta-Testing on the PricePlow Discord 46:44

5M ago46:44

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In Episode 159 of the PricePlow Podcast, Ben, Mike, and a panel of beta-testers from the PricePlow Discord sit down with Dan Grasso from MuscleTech to dive into the evolution of the fan-favorite pre-workout, EuphoriQ. Known for its balanced energy and smooth focus, EuphoriQ quickly became a staple in the supplement community after its initial relea…

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#158: Jonathan Scheiman - Fitbiomics Decodes Elite Athlete Microbiomes Into VNella 59:13

5M ago59:13

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On Episode #158 of the PricePlow Podcast, Mike and Ben are joined by Jonathan Scheiman, co-founder and CEO of FitBiomics, to discuss VNella, a revolutionary probiotic strain derived from the microbiomes of elite athletes. The conversation explores how this cutting-edge innovation optimizes endurance, reduces fatigue, and brings next-generation biot…

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#157: Kyle Thomas - Nutrabolt/C4 Chief Commercial Officer Talks Hershey Partnership 46:23

5M ago46:23

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In Episode 157 of the PricePlow Podcast, Mike and Ben sit down with Kyle Thomas, Chief Commercial Officer of Nutrabolt, to discuss the company’s groundbreaking partnership with The Hershey Company. Kyle, who joined Nutrabolt in 2021 after years in the Coca-Cola system, provides unique insights into how this collaboration came to be and what it mean…

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#156: Marc Curcio & Laura Valley - Basic Supplements Gets Back to the Basics 1:15:59

5M ago1:15:59

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On Episode #156 of the PricePlow Podcast, Mike and Ben welcome Marc Curcio and Laura Valley to discuss the founding of Basic Supplements and its mission to provide high-quality, simplified nutritional products. In today’s fast-paced supplement industry, consumers are often bombarded with complex products boasting long lists of ingredients and lofty…

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#155: Beverage Innovation with Kyowa at SSW 2024 - Lou Ferrer (MacroCap Labs) & Darin Decker (Applied Nutrition) 33:37

5M ago33:37

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Live from the Kyowa Hakko USA booth at Supply Side West 2024 in Las Vegas, Mike and Ben sit down for a functional beverage roundtable featuring Lou Ferrer (MacroCap Labs) and Darin Decker (Applied Nutrition USA). MacroCap Labs is a dietary supplement manufacturer that has aggressively moved into the canned beverage industry — they’re the ones respo…

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Women Leading the Energy Transition 1:04:16

6M ago1:04:16

1:04:16

In this special edition of The Clean Energy Revolution, we bring you highlights from a panel discussion, ‘Women Leading the Energy Transition’, hosted at New York University during Climate Week. The discussion is moderated by Sandy Grace, Vice President of US Policy and Regulatory Strategy for National Grid, who sits down to talk with women working…

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#154: Sandy Almendarez - SupplySide West Rebrands to SupplySide Global (Informa Markets) 27:57

6M ago27:57

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For Episode #154 of the PricePlow Podcast, Mike and Ben sit down with Sandy Almendarez, the Vice President of Content at Informa Markets, to discuss SupplySide West 2024 live from the event. Sandy provides an introduction to her role and responsibilities, overseeing the educational programming and content for the large trade show. We reached out to…

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Geothermal energy is opening up a world of possibilities 29:24

6M ago29:24

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It’s an exciting time for geothermal energy. The US Department of Energy predicts geothermal power generation capacity to grow by 26 times by 2050, potentially providing almost 10% of the US’ total power needs. To talk about the policy and technology that’s needed to achieve this goal is Kevin Jones, enhanced geothermal program manager at the DOE. …

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#153: Danielle Citrolo - Cognizin Citicoline GENE Research by Kyowa Hakko 38:39

7M ago38:39

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In Episode 153 of the PricePlow Podcast, we’re joined by Danielle Citrolo, Vice President of Scientific and Regulatory Affairs at Kyowa Hakko USA, to discuss exciting new research on Cognizin Citicoline. Cognizin, an industry-leading nootropic ingredient known for its benefits in brain health, has long been praised for its ability to support focus,…

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#152: Shawn Wells and Dustin Elliott: NNB Nutrition Takes on GLP-1, MPS, and Collaborative Energy 1:44:52

7M ago1:44:52

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In Episode #152 of the PricePlow Podcast, Mike and Ben are joined by Shawn Wells, Chief Science Officer, and Dustin Elliott, the new Chief Brand Officer at NNB Nutrition, to explore the innovative world of nutraceuticals and the exciting future of the company. Shawn, a returning guest, shares his insights on NNB’s cutting-edge ingredient developmen…

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#151: Bill Russell - The Magnum Masterplan: Magum Nutraceuticals Goes Global 57:45

7M ago57:45

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In Episode 151 of the PricePlow Podcast, Mike and Ben sit down with Bill Russell, CEO of Magnum Nutraceuticals, for an insightful discussion on building a premium supplement brand in an increasingly crowded market. Bill, who acquired Magnum Nutraceuticals two years ago, shares his unique journey from a customer of the brand to its leader. With a ba…

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#150: Dr. Garrett Smith - The Vitamin A Toxicity Epidemic 1:59:11

7M ago1:59:11

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Dr. Garrett Smith, known as the Nutrition Detective, joins the PricePlow Podcast to discuss his journey into the world of vitamin A toxicity and its connection to numerous health issues. This is an impactful episode, as we’re learning how damaging this fat-soluble class of molecules is — especially when consumed in excess over time — and how diffic…

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Innovating for a clean energy transition | Part 2: the technology that’s driving change 43:47

7M ago43:47

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The role of technology in the energy transition has been talked about for years. In a speech at the Leaders Summit on Climate in 2021, International Energy Agency Director Fatih Birol said: “IEA analysis shows that about half the reductions to get to net zero emissions in 2050 will need to come from technologies that are not yet ready for market. T…

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#149: Scott Zimmerman & Derek Greer - Flavoring the Future at Sensapure Flavors 1:29:31

7M ago1:29:31

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Welcome to Episode #149 of the PricePlow Podcast! In this special episode, Mike and Ben take you on a journey to Salt Lake City, where they visited the cutting-edge facilities of Sensapure Flavors. After spending 36 immersive hours learning the intricacies of flavor science, they sit down with two industry experts: Scott Zimmerman, a seasoned flavo…

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#148: Elias Chiatalas - aXivite Burns Fat AND Boosts Performance 1:02:31

8M ago1:02:31

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On Episode #148 of the PricePlow Podcast, Mike and Ben welcome Elias Chiatalas, CEO of SEE Nutrition, to discuss aXivite, a supplement ingredient known for fat loss and sports performance benefits. Elias shares his journey, starting as an athlete and pursuing a degree in physical therapy, before moving into strength and conditioning. His passion fo…

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#147: Eric Withee - Support the Gut-Brain Axis (and Stool!) with Digexin 52:52

8M ago52:52

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On Episode #147 of the PricePlow Podcast, Mike and Ben are joined by Eric Withee, the Director of Ingredient Innovation at Freemen Nutra. The top of conversation is a new dietary supplement ingredient named Digexin, which is a combination of ashwagandha and okra extracts designed to support gut health. Freemen Nutra is traditionally a distributor o…

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#146: Dr. Jeremy Appleton & Steve Fink - PLT Health's Cognitive Ingredients 1:24:40

8M ago1:24:40

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On Episode #146 of the PricePlow Podcast, Mike and Ben welcome Steve Fink, Vice President of Marketing, and Dr. Jeremy Appleton, Director of Medical and Scientific Affairs, from PLT Health Solutions, a company specializing in natural, botanical ingredients. In this episode, we dive deep into the science behind some of the most innovative cognitive-…

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#145: Arla Foods Ingredients - Protein Bar Science (Christian Jonassen & Preston Losee) 1:01:14

8M ago1:01:14

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On Episode #145 of the PricePlow Podcast, Mike and Ben sit down with Christian Jonassen and Preston Losee from Arla Foods Ingredients to learn more about manufacturing protein bars and high-protein snacks – especially from the ingredient perspective. Arla Foods Ingredients is a subsidiary of Arla Foods, the world’s fourth-largest dairy company. We …

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Innovating for a clean energy transition | Part 1: why we must collaborate to innovate 49:08

8M ago49:08

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The transition to clean energy is the biggest challenge of our generation, and its unprecedented nature means that totally new ways of thinking and innovative solutions are required for it to be delivered successfully. This means the industry must continue to innovate, to drive this change at the speed and scale needed. Investment in new technology…

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#144: Dom Kuza: Formulating by Blood Work at Revive & Raw Nutrition 58:47

9M ago58:47

58:47

On Episode #144 of the PricePlow Podcast, Mike and Ben welcome Dominic Kuza of Raw Nutrition and Revive MD, who comes on to explain some of the new formulas he’s been working on at the two companies since starting earlier this year. Dom was invited to explain his new formulation, the forthcoming Revive MD Sleep supplement, but as we dive deeper, he…

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The connections challenge: how are we connecting more clean energy to the grid? 43:26

9M ago43:26

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Connecting more clean energy projects to the electricity grid is one of the most critical issues in driving the clean energy transition. Legacy ‘first come first served’ approaches, along with a rapid growth in the number of projects looking to connect, have led to stalled, or "zombie" projects waiting in the queue to be connected - so what’s being…

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#143: Dan Lourenço #6: Ghost Legend V4 and the Ghost 100 Year Plan 1:25:07

10M ago1:25:07

1:25:07

Ghost Lifestyle founder and CEO Dan Lourenço is back for his six appearance on the PricePlow Podcast, and this one’s quite the catch-up, with discussion of all things big and small. This episode focuses mainly on the Ghost Legend V4 launch, which brings a massive formula (look at the size of the tub in the picture) yet at a lower price. We get into…

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#142: Chad Kerksick - Dileucine, Dihydroberberine, & GLP-1 Research (2 of 2) 1:00:21

10M ago1:00:21

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In Episode 142 of the PricePlow Podcast, Mike and Ben continue the conversation with Chad Kerksick, President of the International Society of Sports Nutrition (ISSN). We met Chad in Episode #141 — he’s an esteemed researcher in exercise science and nutrition. This episode delves deeper into the specifics of study design and the exploration of innov…

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#141: Chad Kerksick - Elite Performance Research & ISSN 2024 Recap (1 of 2) 1:01:28

10M ago1:01:28

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In Episode 141 of the PricePlow Podcast, Mike and Ben welcome Chad Kerksick, President of the International Society of Sports Nutrition (ISSN), to discuss his journey in exercise science and nutrition research. As a university professor and director of the Exercise and Performance Nutrition Laboratory at Lindenwood University, Chad has tons of expe…

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#140: Dr. Barrie Tan - How GG-Gold Supports MUSCLE 1:01:29

10M ago1:01:29

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In Episode 140 of the PricePlow Podcast, we’re joined by Dr. Barrie Tan, founder of American River Nutrition, for an in-depth discussion about the powerful nutrient geranylgeraniol (GG, sold as GG-Gold) and its wide-ranging health benefits – especially with respect to muscle. Dr. Tan, a renowned expert in the field of phytonutrients and the world’s…

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#139: NPA Fly-In Day 2024 - Jim Emme, Rick Collins, Mike DiMaggio, Mark LeDoux, Kyle Turk, & Dan Fabricant

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The crew is back in Washington DC for the 2024 NPA Fly-In Day, held on May 22, 2024! This podcast was filmed the night before, featuring a star-studded cast that includes: Jim Emme, CEO of NOW Foods Kyle Turk, Natural Products Association Rick Collins, the one and only Mike DiMaggio, Chief Legal Officer at NutraBolt Mark LeDoux, founder and CEO of …

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Solar power’s next frontier: innovations from earth to space 53:59

12M ago53:59

53:59

In 1990, in an episode of The Simpsons, the family are sitting down for Thanksgiving dinner. Homer gives thanks to nuclear power: ‘the cleanest, safest energy source there is’. He then adds, ‘except for solar - which is just a pipe dream.’ Despite the irony in the statement, over 30 years later it’s safe to say solar is very much not just a pipe dr…

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Gary Millet of Ketone Labs / goBHB joins the PricePlow Podcast for Episode #138 to talk about the future of BHB research and exciting new applications to come. 1:43:17

12M ago1:43:17

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In episode #138 of the PricePlow Podcast, we introduce you to Gary Millet, the co-founder of Axcess Global, the parent company of Ketone Labs, Real Ketones, Vault, and many others. This is a continuation of Episode #131 with Rob Rogers, Gary’s business partner. In the previous episode, Rob explained how goBHB was back on the market, and took us thr…

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#137: Jose Antonio - ISSN 2024 and the Industry Battle for Creatine 1:02:56

12M ago1:02:56

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It’s an episode we’ve been wanting to do for years: the legendary Jose Antonio, co-founder of ISSN, the International Society of Sports Nutrition. Jose, better known as Joey, has been in the game since the very beginning, and gives us his background in an incredibly entertaining and informative podcast episode. ISSN and the Industry Battle for Crea…

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#136: Chris Gronkowski - Building the Best Shaker Cup at Ice Shaker 21:58

12M ago21:58

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For our final installment of Podcasts held at the 2024 Vitamin Shoppe Brand Summit, we hosted Chris Gronkowski of Ice Shaker for a fun 20 minute discussion to get the story on how he started the growing business, which was first introduced to the world on the hit TV show, Shark Tank. From the NFL to Shark Tank to the NFL: Chris Gronkowski’s Ice Sha…

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#135: Matt Karich #2 - Milk Proteins, Peptides, and SOUL 1:21:14

1y ago1:21:14

1:21:14

Quite a bit has happened since Episode #068 with Matt Karich, the enterprising founder of Soul Performance Nutrition. He’s gotten deeper into ultra-endurance sports, and has dropped a few incredible new supplements. So we brought Matt back on to talk about his latest endeavors, getting the official catch-up from over two years of progress. The two …

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#134: Tabitha Daley, Brian Tanzer, Dustin Elliott - Inside The Vitamin Shoppe Brands 47:16

1y ago47:16

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Following Episode 133 with Lee Wright, CEO of The Vitamin Shoppe, we head back to the company’s 2024 Brand Summit in Dallas, TX to take a look behind the scenes with some key leaders on the formulation and regulatory side of the company. Inside the Vitamin Shoppe Brands Episode 134 of the PricePlow Podcast is a double feature — first, we talk to Se…

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Powering the world with wind: just how close are we? 37:21

1y ago37:21

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The Global Wind Energy Council forecasts that, with sustained policy support and investment, global wind capacity could reach 2,000 GW by 2030. This would be a significant contribution to net zero goals, so what does this sustained policy support look like? Where does the investment need to go, and where are we seeing innovation in the sector? On T…

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#133: Lee Wright - The Vitamin Shoppe CEO Thrives in The Shoppe 14:20

1y ago14:20

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Our coverage of the 2024 Vitamin Shoppe Brand Summit continues, following up with special guest Jocko Willink on episode #132. To get a better background on what the Brand Summit is all about, and the direction of The Vitamin Shoppe itself, we went straight to the source — the CEO himself: A Quick Discussion with Lee Wright, The Vitamin Shoppe CEO …

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#132: JOCKO WILLINK 23:34

1y ago23:34

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While at the 2024 Vitamin Shoppe Brand Summit, we were honored to have none other than Jocko Willink of Jocko Fuel on the PricePlow Podcast for Episode 132. Jocko Willink: Founding Jocko Fuel and Jocko’s Supplement Stack We had a quick discussion about the founding of Jocko Fuel, how they strive to do the right thing and formulate supplements in th…

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#131: Rob Rogers - goBHB is BACK! Business, Baseball, and BHB 1:14:59

1y ago1:14:59

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For Episode #131 of the PricePlow Podcast, we sat down with Rob Rogers from Axcess Global, the parent company of Ketone Labs, Real Ketones, Vault, and many others. Ketone Labs is best known for selling goBHB, the patented exogenous BHB dietary supplement ingredient — which is the main topic of this podcast. Rob and his business partner Gary Millet …

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#130: Aaron Heidebreicht - Applied Nutrition to Storm the American Shores 42:23

1y ago42:23

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The supplement industry is abuzz with changes, and one of the biggest announcements has been the hiring of Aaron Heidebreicht as Applied Nutrition’s USA CEO. This brings with us a major shift to AN’s North American strategy, all covered in this podcast. Aaron Heidebreicht Joins Applied Nutrition to Take on The Americas This podcast was recorded ear…

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#129: Joey Savage Launches Savage Nutra Consulting 1:43:29

1y ago1:43:29

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The industry is abuzz with changes, and one of the biggest realignments has happened down in Houston, TX, where Joey Savage (formerly of Glaxon) has started his own consulting firm, Savage Nutra. Joey Savage Launches Savage Nutra Consulting This podcast was recorded at the Arnold Sports Festival in early March 2024. At the time of recording, Joey h…

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Harnessing an increased supply of renewable energy 38:27

1y ago38:27

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This year will see a significant milestone: renewable sources are poised to constitute over a third of global electricity generation, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA). With the ambitious pledge set out at COP28 - to triple renewable capacity by 2030 - still high on the agenda of global energy policy, much focus is on the capabilit…

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#128: Animal Brings the CAGE Back - Jason Budsock & Rudy Checo 35:46

1y ago35:46

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Every year, the who’s who in the supplement industry make the pilgrimage to the famous Arnold Expo. It’s a hectic, buzzing environment that showcases all the industry has to offer for the year, and brands use it as an opportunity to commingle with industry leaders, athletes, and consumers. The Cage is Back, Baby! One element that has been sorely mi…

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#127: Dr. Cameron Sepah - Oral TRT Breakthrough! The Maximus Testosterone Protocol Improved 1:38:43

1y ago1:38:43

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This is the second of two new episodes with Dr. Cameron Sepah, founder and CEO of Maximus, and this is the one that everyone’s going to get excited about. Previously, we talked about the Maximus Blood Flow Protocol in Episode #124, but for Episode #127, we’re happy to announce a major update to the Maximus Testosterone Protocol: An Oral TRT Breakth…

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#126: James Boccuzzi is Not a Rat - Time in Prison After the Blackstone Labs Raid 1:55:51

1y ago1:55:51

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It’s the story everyone’s been waiting for. James Boccuzzi joins The PricePlow Podcast to explain his side of the story in the 2019 Blackstone Labs indictments, where he was found guilty for conspiring to defraud the FDA and spent a bit over a year in prison after a 51-month sentence. James is now out, and came on to PricePlow to tell his side of t…

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Three big predictions for energy in 2024 28:09

1y ago28:09

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It's going to be a significant year for clean energy. In 2024, countries are expected to update or submit new nationally determined contributions - their commitments to reduce emissions and adapt to the impacts of climate change. The International Energy Agency has highlighted the need for significant increases in renewable energy deployment to mee…

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