Brands for a Better World (formerly Evolve CPG)
We're bringing you the stories behind the people and products building a more just, healthy, and regenerative future for us all. Tune in weekly and together, we’ll learn about why these better products and brands were created, how they’re helping fix broken systems, and what you can do to support them. My hope is that you’ll discover some new brands to love, and get some sparks of inspiration that will help you live your best life. // Hosted by: Gage Mitchell, Founder of Modern Species, a sustainable brand design agency helping better brands grow to scale their impact.
- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 51 minutes
- Episodes
- 187
- Years Active
- 2021 - 2025
147 - Not Potato Chips with Betty Lu of Confetti Fine Foods
Do you find yourself craving the crunch of potato chips but worry about their health and environmental implications? In this episode, we are joined by Betty Lu, Founder and CEO of Confetti Snacks, to…
01:02:34 |
Fri 19 Apr 2024
146 - Inclusive Baking with Kimberle Lau of Bake Me Healthy
How can we bake a better world, one delicious bite at a time? Join us as we delve into the world of sustainable and inclusive baking with plant-based baking mama Kimberle Lau, Founder of Bake Me Heal…
00:57:30 |
Fri 12 Apr 2024
145 - Be Willing to Lose Everything with Adam Hiner of Pacha
Setting out and starting a business takes courage, determination, and the ability to learn as you go. It also requires a certain commitment to the foundational causes of the work. For Adam Hiner, our…
01:00:08 |
Fri 05 Apr 2024
144 - When Everything Goes Wrong with Sadrah Schadel of No Evil Foods
No entrepreneurial journey is without its challenges, but even the biggest ones can be overcome with enough passion, drive, and support. Today’s guest is Sadrah Schadel, founder and CEO of No Evil Fo…
01:04:06 |
Fri 29 Mar 2024
143 - Shifting Toward Sustainability with Alicia Lahey of Humble Snacks
Conscious consumerism has grown exponentially in recent years, with shoppers expecting more transparency and less waste from the brands they choose to support. While shifting towards more sustainable…
00:52:48 |
Fri 22 Mar 2024
142 - The Keys to Success with John Foraker of Once Upon a Farm
To make a true impact, your mission needs to be baked into the DNA of your brand from the get-go. Joining us today to share the keys to the success of an impact-driven brand is John Foraker, Co-Found…
01:01:19 |
Fri 15 Mar 2024
141 - Organic Trade Shows with Jamie Lamonde of Kindship Group
When you have a greater diversity of people at the table sharing their voices and insights, you inevitably get better solutions. Joining us today is Jamie Lamonde, CEO and Founder of Kindship Group, …
00:51:24 |
Fri 08 Mar 2024
140 - Feel Good Snacks with Laurel Orley of Daily Crunch
There is a certain magic in creating a tasty snack that instantly fills one with joy, and when others are battling to match your experience, you know you’ve birthed something truly special! Daily Cru…
00:51:06 |
Fri 01 Mar 2024
139 - Future Proof Foods with Adam Maxwell & Kelsey Tenney of Voyage Foods
Are you ready to sink your teeth into the future of food? In this episode, we are joined by Adam Maxwell, CEO, and Kelsey Tenney, VP of R&D, from Voyage Foods, to discuss future-proofing the food ind…
00:56:08 |
Fri 23 Feb 2024
138 - Super Kale with Lisa Curtis of Kuli Kuli
Kale is often considered the go-to green superfood. In the Battle of the Supergreens, however, moringa (or “super kale”) is a formidable opponent! While working with women farmers in West Africa, Lis…
00:49:41 |
Fri 16 Feb 2024
137 - Peace Out Plastic with Kelly Perkins of Spinster Sisters
Plastic pollution is a significant environmental issue with far-reaching impacts. The beauty and personal care industry alone generates around 120 billion units of packaging annually. Today’s guest h…
00:42:46 |
Fri 09 Feb 2024
136 - Pitch to Win with Kat Weaver of Power to Pitch
Have you ever wondered what sets thriving entrepreneurs apart? The secret lies in a single skill: effective pitching. In today’s episode, we sit down with Kat Weaver, Chief Executive Officer at Power…
00:39:04 |
Fri 02 Feb 2024
135 - Upcycling Experiences with Will Nitze of IQBAR
Many of us know what upcycling means as it pertains to physical things, but what does it mean to upcycle your personal experiences? Joining us today is Will Nitze, the Founder of IQBAR – a company th…
00:54:51 |
Fri 26 Jan 2024
134 - Better Candy Bar with Stu Davidoff of Gigantic
Traditional candy bars have a LOT of sugar. And, while it may not be great for our health, most of us still believe that our taste buds prefer that level of sweetness. But what if the optimal level o…
00:42:11 |
Fri 19 Jan 2024
133 - Better Actions with Gage Mitchell of Modern Species
Feeling inspired by the new year and the recent episode on changing behaviors, this episode focuses on motivating actions that will lead to a better 2024 and world for all. Compounding small actions …
00:38:32 |
Fri 12 Jan 2024
132 - Changing Behaviors with Nick Budden of Flavor Forward
Can a brand, product, or marketing strategy change the world? Maybe not directly, but today’s guest believes that he can positively influence consumer behavior for a healthier and more sustainable fu…
01:12:34 |
Fri 05 Jan 2024
131 - Self Care & Latin American Botanicals with Rebekah Jensen of Sanara Skincare
Sustainable and green skincare products have become increasingly popular due to their focus on environmentally friendly practices and natural ingredients, but have we tapped into nature’s full potent…
00:52:04 |
Tue 26 Dec 2023
130 - Brand, Impact & Packaging with Adam Peek of the People of Packaging
There’s nothing wrong with having beautiful, eye-catching packaging that grips a shopper from first sight. But what use is a pretty package if the contents inside are already spoiled? For this unique…
00:27:41 |
Fri 22 Dec 2023
129 - Regenerative Organic Agriculture with Patagonia Provisions and Paul Lightfoot
The brand Patagonia is renowned for its purpose-driven mission of finding solutions to problems, collectively working to battle climate change and help save our home planet. One of the solutions they…
00:47:17 |
Wed 13 Dec 2023
128 - Climate Neutral with Austin Whitman of The Change Climate Project
The transition away from fossil fuels may be daunting, but achieving a clean, net-zero future promises a world that is not only environmentally sustainable but also remarkably hopeful. Joining us tod…
00:42:50 |
Tue 05 Dec 2023
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