CPG Week by BevNET & Nosh

• CPG Week: Why Danone Is Suing Chobani Again. Plus, Beyond Drops The 'Meat'

  In this episode: In this episode of CPG Week, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Lukas Southard talk through two legal battles facing Chobani’s La Colombe brand and Uncle Nearest Whiskey. The team also examines Doughlicious’ new investment round and Beyond’s decision to rebrand itself away from the “meat” alternatives. The duo wrap up with a discussion of this year’s Nosh Notables list released this week. Show Highlights: 0:15 - Doughlicious announced a $5 million investment round this week. The money will go towards helping build out a U.S.-based manufacturing system as tariffs have prevented the U.K. brand from becoming profitable. 1:15 - Amid Danone’s third attempt to acquire Lifeway, the French dairy company is also suing Chobani again. This time, Danone is claiming La Colombe has committed trademark infringement of one of the Stok Cold Brew brand's SKUs.  2:30 - Beyond Meat is changing its name to refocus the brand away from being an animal protein alternative. The move is part of the company’s larger plan to bring consumers back to the brand after years of slumping sales. 4:00 - Uncle Nearest Whiskey is under fire as one of its creditors is calling for the distillery to be placed under the leadership of a receiver. 5:30 - On a lighter note, Monica and Lukas discuss breast milk ice cream, a High Noon and Celsius mix-up, and this year’s Nosh Notables. About CPG Week CPG Week is the podcast that explores the latest happenings in the consumer packaged goods industry. Join our seasoned reporting team as they dish out the week’s stories in quick, easy-to-digest episodes. Catch up on the top headlines of the week, dive into exclusive insights with the BevNET and Nosh teams, and set yourself up to make more informed business decisions. Tune in to stay up-to-date on the latest developments in the dynamic world of packaged food and beverage. New episodes are released every week. Send us comments and suggestions anytime to [email protected]. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts

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• Keurig Dr Pepper’s Drink Mix Deal and Black Rifle’s Legal Combat

  In this episode: On the CPG Week podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Lukas Southard discuss Keurig Dr Pepper’s acquisition of Dyla Brands, the legal drama surrounding veteran-owned Black Rifle Coffee Company, and formation of a new collective advocating for higher standards across the food system, and the challenges and triumphs of dehydrated fruit company BranchOut Food.  Show Highlights: 0:15 - Keurig Dr Pepper has acquired drink mix maker Dyla Brands. Monica shares details of the deal. 1:45 - Black Rifle Coffee Company has become a magnet for lawsuits, with at least seven cases involving the company filed between 2022 and 2024. Lukas digs into the legal drama surrounding this veteran-owned beverage company. 3:15 - GoodPop, LesserEvil and other better-for-you brands have banded together to establish the Good Food Collective to advocate for more transparency and higher standards in the industry. The podcasters discuss why that especially matters now. 4:25 - Dehydrated fruit and vegetable maker BranchOut Food recently shared details about the challenges it has faced in the past few years. Lukas offers highlights and insights from a recent interview with the company’s top executive. 6:20 - A Dr. Seuss classic comes to the canned meat aisle, a Frito-Lay snack brand inspires a line of savory cupcakes, and a whipped topping maker collaborates with a personal care brand. About CPG Week CPG Week is the podcast that explores the latest happenings in the consumer packaged goods industry. Join our seasoned reporting team as they dish out the week’s stories in quick, easy-to-digest episodes. Catch up on the top headlines of the week, dive into exclusive insights with the BevNET and Nosh teams, and set yourself up to make more informed business decisions. Tune in to stay up-to-date on the latest developments in the dynamic world of packaged food and beverage. New episodes are released every week. Send us comments and suggestions anytime to [email protected]. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts

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• Coke and Pepsi’s MAHA Makeovers? Plus, The Brand That Bested Better Bagel

  In this episode: On the CPG Week podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Brad Avery discuss the acquisitions of Tia Lupita and Health-Ade Kombucha, new directions for the biggest beverage makers, and how Hero saved the day when Whole Foods ended its supply agreement with BetterBrand. Show Highlights: 0:15 - Mexican food brand Tia Lupita has been acquired by Vilore Foods, distributor of Jumex beverages and other Hispanic brands. Monica unpacks terms of the transaction. 1:30 - Coca-Cola is launching a line extension of its namesake soft drinks with cane sugar, and Pepsi announced plans to debut a prebiotic cola. Brad explains what these innovations mean for the market. 4:15 - Following the meltdown of low-carb bagel maker BetterBrand, Hero rose to the occasion, filling shelves with its take on the breakfast staple. Monica shares more details on how a competitor’s collapse benefited the better-for-you baker. 7:10 - Health-Ade Kombucha has sold to Generous Brands. Brad spills the tea on the deal. 8:30 - Forget battery-flavored chips and “Spaghett-cicles.” Liquid Death is entering the energy drink segment – with what it claims is a “sane” level of caffeine.  About CPG Week CPG Week is the podcast that explores the latest happenings in the consumer packaged goods industry. Join our seasoned reporting team as they dish out the week’s stories in quick, easy-to-digest episodes. Catch up on the top headlines of the week, dive into exclusive insights with the BevNET and Nosh teams, and set yourself up to make more informed business decisions. Tune in to stay up-to-date on the latest developments in the dynamic world of packaged food and beverage. New episodes are released every week. Send us comments and suggestions anytime to [email protected]. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts

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• David’s Fishy New Innovation. Plus, Is Kraft Heinz Breaking Up?

  In this episode: On the CPG Week podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Brad Avery discuss an unusual new product launch and continued consolidation among packaged food conglomerates. Then, Brad provides his top takeaways from the Hemp Beverage Expo. Show Highlights: 0:15 - Catch of the day? Protein bar brand David started the week with a splash, announcing the launch of frozen, boiled cod. Monica shares the reel deal behind this fishy product extension. 3:25 - Ferrero Group has announced plans to acquire W.K. Kellogg Co. for $3.1 million, adding Frosted Flakes and other legacy brands to a portfolio that also includes Nutella, Butterfinger and Blue Bunny. Brad gives the scoop behind the potential deal.   7:00 - A decade after its merger, Kraft Heinz may be headed for splitsville. Monica unpacks why the beleaguered conglomerate is exploring a spinoff. 9:45 - Brad highlights all the insights he gathered at the Hemp Beverage Expo in Atlanta.  About CPG Week CPG Week is the podcast that explores the latest happenings in the consumer packaged goods industry. Join our seasoned reporting team as they dish out the week’s stories in quick, easy-to-digest episodes. Catch up on the top headlines of the week, dive into exclusive insights with the BevNET and Nosh teams, and set yourself up to make more informed business decisions. Tune in to stay up-to-date on the latest developments in the dynamic world of packaged food and beverage. New episodes are released every week. Send us comments and suggestions anytime to [email protected]. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts

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• Keeping Up With Kardashian’s Snack Brand. Plus, A Co-Packer’s Abrupt Closure

  In this episode: On the CPG Week podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Lukas Southard discuss the rise of Khloé Kardashian’s protein popcorn brand and the downfall of a co-manufacturer. Then, the hosts dig into the sale of a cult-favorite ice cream brand to unlikely buyers and the expansion of a bottled tea company into new snacking segments. Show Highlights: 0:15 - Khloud Protein Popcorn is popping off. Monica explains how Khloé Kardashian’s snack brand is charting an expansion into thousands of retailers within months of its debut. 2:15 - The abrupt closure of a co-packer has left several brands scrambling. Lukas shares what we know so far about the sudden shuttering of Plants To Food.   3:35 - Monster Beverage executives have scooped up Rite Aid’s Thrifty Ice Cream brand (among other assets) in bankruptcy proceedings for a not-so-thrifty price of $19.2 million. What does this mean for the future of the business? 5:30 - Joe Tea is expanding beyond tea. Lukas highlights the brand’s new snack and beverage launches seen at the Summer Fancy Food Show this month. 7:10 - The podcasters talk about a touchdown-worthy cold plunge, the world’s first creatine cereal and a bridge too far for bacon. About CPG Week CPG Week is the podcast that explores the latest happenings in the consumer packaged goods industry. Join our seasoned reporting team as they dish out the week’s stories in quick, easy-to-digest episodes. Catch up on the top headlines of the week, dive into exclusive insights with the BevNET and Nosh teams, and set yourself up to make more informed business decisions. Tune in to stay up-to-date on the latest developments in the dynamic world of packaged food and beverage. New episodes are released every week. Send us comments and suggestions anytime to [email protected]. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts

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