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Retail and Social: Exploring The Connection

Ryan Rogers & Isaac Brody

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Frequency: 1 episode/31d. Total Eps: 36

Join us on The Retail & Social: Explaining the Connection Podcast as we exchange ideas and explore the intersection of selling CPG brands at retail and leveraging the power of social media. Born from a conversation between a former buyer at Target and the owner of a social media agency, we dive into captivating conversations and insights from subject matter experts representing different personas within the CPG industry.

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🇬🇧 Great Britain - Marketing
13/07/2026
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Jane Phelps - Know Agency

Tuesday, July 21, 2026 • Duration 22:08

Returning guest Jane Phelps! Jane Phelps, an expert in SEO and AI search. She shares insights on how brands can optimize for AI search results, the importance of structure and trusted sources, and the evolving landscape of digital marketing in the age of AI.

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Nick Jezerian

Tuesday, July 21, 2026 • Duration 32:20

Knicks win! In this episode, we catch up with lifelong New York Knicks fan and Marketing superstar Nick Jezarian, After Isaac and Nick bask in the glory of a Knicks championship, Nick shares his extensive experience in media and branding, offering insights on how small brands can leverage modern media tools, craft compelling stories, and build a distinctive voice to stand out in a fragmented advertising landscape. We also discuss leadership, team culture, and the importance of storytelling in marketing.

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Brent Sisco - Upscale CPG Advisors

Thursday, May 21, 2026 • Duration 37:35

Brent Sisco the former President of Dumpling Daughter joins us to share how Dumpling Daughter went from three restaurants to 5,000 grocery doors nationwide — and what it really takes to build a frozen CPG brand from scratch.

A few topics we covered: How COVID pivot turned a restaurant group into a CPG brand, the brutal realities of cold chain logistics, when to graduate from DSD distributors to national players like KeHE and UNFI, and how to think about Pop-Up Grocer, influencer spend, and social ROI as a growing brand.

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George Milton & Erin Link from Yellowbird Hot Sauce

Monday, April 13, 2026 • Duration 45:48

George Milton and Erin Link, co-founders (and real-life couple) of Yellowbird Foods, joined us to share the story behind one of the most recognizable hot sauce brands on shelves today.

What started as a kitchen passion project turned into a brand now sitting in nearly 18,000 retail doors across the US.

In this episode:

How George and Erin built Yellowbird from the ground up as a couple, and what actually makes it work
Why Austin was the right place at the right time
The "business moves at the speed of trust" philosophy and why George hired his best friend of 30 years as his first sales guy
When and why George stepped back from the CEO role
How Yellowbird thinks about food service as a brand marketing channel, not just a revenue stream
George's ongoing experiment with cutting out alcohol — and why he thinks it doesn't have to be a big deal

Find Yellowbird at yellowbirdfoods.com and follow George on LinkedIn and his Substack, Gross to Net.

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John Waller - Lunr Capital

Friday, February 6, 2026 • Duration 43:47

John Waller shares his journey through the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry, highlighting his experiences from mentorship to starting his own brand, Humble Nut Butter. He discusses the challenges of navigating the CPG landscape, including working with distributors and the decision to shut down his business. John reflects on the lessons learned throughout his entrepreneurial journey and offers valuable advice for aspiring founders. He also touches on his current role at Lunr Capital and the importance of community engagement. Lastly John and Ryan discuss all things MN and Minneapolis, in light of recent events.

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Rifle Hughes - Integral CPG

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 • Duration 40:47

In this conversation, Rifle Hughes shares his extensive experience in the food and beverage industry, discussing his career journey from telecom to consulting. He emphasizes the importance of cross-functional teams and the need for brands to balance passion with professionalism. Rifle also highlights the differences between emerging and established brands, the significance of timing in innovation, and the evolving landscape of trade shows. He advocates for a strategic approach to growth and innovation, urging brands to consider their existing strengths while exploring new opportunities.

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Peter Gianlantzis - Pod Foods

Thursday, August 21, 2025 • Duration 38:12

In this episode, we sit down with Peter G! Peter Gialantzis, COO of Pod Foods, to talk about how the company is shaking up the world of grocery distribution. Peter breaks down how Pod Foods is making the supply chain simpler for brands, helping them scale in the fast-moving retail world, and why the traditional distributor model just isn’t cutting it anymore. He shares lessons from his career in grocery and explains how Pod Foods is positioning itself as more than just a distributor—it’s a real partner for both brands and retailers. We also get into what makes a brand worth betting on and where Pod Foods is headed next.

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Edward Starr - BMF Media Group

Monday, July 7, 2025 • Duration 36:15

Big Swings, Real Vibes: How Brands Break Through
Ed Starr, partner at BMF Media, joins us to talk all things experiential marketing—what works, what wows, and why authenticity beats polish every time. We chat about what worked for Poppy, smart trade show strategy, and how mid-sized CPG brands can punch above their weight by showing up boldly and building real community. Ed brings the heat with sharp insights and future-forward thinking for the health & wellness and broader CPG space.Chapters

00:00 Introduction to BMF and Ed's Journey

03:56 Experiential Marketing and the Poppy Case Study

10:05 The Importance of Client Relationships

14:53 Building a Successful Brand Community

19:56 Taking Risks in Marketing

24:52 Advice for Mid-Sized CPG Brands

29:40 Trade Show Strategies and Best Practices

34:39 The Future of Health and Wellness Marketing

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Jane Phelps - Know Agency

Monday, July 7, 2025 • Duration 41:47

Is SEO Dead? Not Even Close.
Jane Phelps, Founder of Know Agency, joins us to unpack how AI is shaking up the world of SEO — and why it’s actually a huge opportunity. We talk user-generated content, smart strategies for staying visible, and how brands can thrive in the age of AI search. If you're ready to outsmart the algorithm, this one’s for you.

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00:00Introduction to SEO and AI in Wellness CPG

01:03The Impact of AI on SEO

07:12Jane Phelps: Journey to SEO Expertise

11:53The Evolution of Search Engines and AI

14:36Tactical SEO Hacks for AI

17:44User-Generated Content and Its Role in SEO

19:34Engaging with Brands in the Changing Landscape

21:44Engaging with Brands and Clients

24:48The Importance of SEO in Website Optimization

28:11AI's Impact on SEO and Customer Engagement

32:39Leveraging AI for Content Creation and Strategy

36:18Actionable Insights for Brands

40:17Networking and Future Engagements

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Kyle Koehler - Wildway Granola

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 • Duration 40:29

In this episode, we hang out with Kyle Koehler, CEO ofWildway, as he shares how he traded spreadsheets for superfood. Kyle takes us on his journey from corporate accounting to launching a regenerative granola brand that’s shaking up the food system. We chat about the wild world of food industry incentives, why playing the long game matters, and how regenerative practices can actually change the game. Kyle also dives into the highs and lows of self-manufacturing, creative ways to raise money, and why food investing shouldn’t try to copy Silicon Valley. If you’re into real talk about building a mission-driven brand, community, and making food better for everyone—this one’s for you.

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