Best Aria Technologies Podcasts (2025)

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From Potato Utopia to Pear Power: Fresh Perspectives with CarrieAnn Arias - Global Fresh Series 39:48

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In this episode of the Global Fresh Series, we begin with the curious and captivating story of French artist Agnès Varda, who transformed humble potatoes into symbols of beauty and individuality through her groundbreaking exhibit Patatutopia. From there, we shift from art to agriculture with a conversation just as colorful and insightful. Joining u…

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From Potato Utopia to Pear Power: Fresh Perspectives with CarrieAnn Arias 39:48

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In this episode of the Global Fresh Series, we begin with the curious and captivating story of French artist Agnès Varda, who transformed humble potatoes into symbols of beauty and individuality through her groundbreaking exhibit Patatutopia. From there, we shift from art to agriculture with a conversation just as colorful and insightful. Joining u…

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The History of Apples: Medieval Times (Part 2) - The History of Fresh Produce 46:11

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From the kitchens of medieval Europe to the orchards of Anglo-Saxon England, the apple became far more than just a fruit. It was medicine, it was myth, it was ritual. In part two of our apple series, John and Patrick explore how crab apples were pressed into sharp, sour verjuice to season everything from pigs’ feet to plague remedies, how Anglo-Sax…

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Fresh Perspectives from SEPC 2025 in Charlotte 42:11

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In this special on-the-road episode of The Produce Industry Podcast, Patrick Kelly teams up with Ross “The Produce Boss” as they hit the floor at SEPC 2025 in Charlotte, North Carolina! 🎉 Join us for exclusive interviews, live insights, and real-time reactions as we explore the hottest trends, innovative products, and standout booths at one of the …

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Moon Cherries, Baby Spuds & Wild Butt-Crack Peaches - Fresh From the Field Fridays 26:39

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This Week on Fresh from the Field Fridays Ross “The Produce Boss” Nelson and Dan “The Produce Man” Avakian share their top picks of the week! Ross dives into Moon Cherries, Baby Nibble Spuds cooked up on his Blackstone, and talks trends with vegetable consumption down and fruit consumption up. He also introduces his favorite new salad mix from Dole…

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Tackling Food Waste while Extending Freshness: Akorn Technology with Xander Shapiro - Global Fresh Series 30:38

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In today’s captivating episode of the Global Fresh Series, Co-Founder and COO Xander Shapiro of Akorn Technology shares how his team has developed a revolutionary fresh fruit coating so natural and pure that he actually drinks it during the show! Xander explains the coating’s origins, crafted from natural plant based ingredients and non-GMO corn an…

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Tackling Food Waste while Extending Freshness: Akorn Technology with Xander Shapiro 30:38

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In today’s captivating episode of the Global Fresh Series, Co-Founder and COO Xander Shapiro of Akorn Technology shares how his team has developed a revolutionary fresh fruit coating so natural and pure that he actually drinks it during the show! Xander explains the coating’s origins, crafted from natural plant based ingredients and non-GMO corn an…

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The History of Apples: Nomads, Gods and Emperors (Part 1) - The History of Fresh Produce 52:25

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Where did the apple come from, and how did it go from a sour, berry-sized wild fruit to the sweet, plump star of our fruit bowls today? Was it really bears (and their sweet tooth) that shaped its destiny? How did the mountains of Kazakhstan become the apple’s Garden of Eden, and what role did nomads, traders, and even the poets of Ancient Greece pl…

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At the Peak: Exploring Manitoba’s Produce Industry 22:53

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In this special episode of The Produce Industry Podcast, host Patrick Kelly travels to Winnipeg, Manitoba to meet with Pamela Kolochuk, CEO of Peak of the Market. Join Patrick on this Canadian adventure as he sits down with Pamela to discuss the heart of the produce industry in Manitoba, the unique challenges and opportunities of farming in the reg…

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Fresh Picks & Millennial Trends You’ll See at the Store - Fresh From the Field Fridays 28:28

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This week on Fresh From the Field Fridays, host Ross Nelson is joined by special co-host Patrick Kelly while on the road in Charlotte, NC! Together, they dig into what’s fresh from the fields and landing in your grocery stores right now. The conversation also explores rising consumer trends, with a spotlight on millennial purchase power, and wraps …

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The Power of Vision: People, Planet, Profit - Global Women Fresh Podcast 44:15

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What does it take to build a global brand from the ground up—and do it while staying true to People, Planet, and Profit? In this episode, we sit down with a trailblazing leader who helped transform SanLucar Company into a world-renowned fruit brand and earning 100+ international awards for creativity and impact. As a former Global Brand Director & …

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Europe’s Fresh Vegetable & Harvest Focus - Global Fresh Series 20:45

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Europe’s orchards and fields are buzzing with big harvest news. Crossing the continent we take a look at the EU’s fresh vegetable and fruits which commodities and countries were the top producers. Vegetable harvests rose while it was a contrasting story for EU fruit production. Against this backdrop, Germany is breaking the trend: its apple growers…

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Europe’s Fresh Vegetable & Harvest Focus 20:45

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Europe’s orchards and fields are buzzing with big harvest news. Crossing the continent we take a look at the EU’s fresh vegetable and fruits which commodities and countries were the top producers. Vegetable harvests rose while it was a contrasting story for EU fruit production. Against this backdrop, Germany is breaking the trend: its apple growers…

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The History of Carrots - The History of Fresh Produce 1:06:34

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What do Afghan purple roots, Roman aphrodisiacs, Dutch horticulturalists, and wartime propaganda have in common? The answer: the carrot. From its wild ancestor Daucus carota scattered across Europe 10,000 years ago, to its starring role as Britain’s unlikely weapon in the Second World War, the carrot’s journey has been anything but straightforward.…

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Tariffs, Trade & Tequila: Global Pressures on Produce and Spirits 34:38

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Patrick Kelly welcomes Frank Kenney of Cleo to discuss how global economics, tariffs, and trade policies are impacting both the alcohol and produce industries. From supply chains to pricing, this episode offers a sharp look at how two seemingly different sectors face similar global challenges.

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Dry-Farmed Flavor & Rising Stars with Mark Mulcahy - Fresh From the Field Fridays 30:34

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This week on Fresh from the Field Fridays, Dan the Produce Man and Ross the Produce Boss share some of their top picks of the week. They’re joined byaward-winning organic retail consultant, educator, and advocate, and the owner of Organic Options Mark Mulcahy. Mark brings the latest on what’s tasting great right now — like dry-farmed early-grown to…

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Episode 100 - Leadership Communication Expert, Arabella Macpherson 48:46

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Episode 100 – Leadership Communication Expert, Arabella Macpherson 🎙️In this episode of The Jane Anderson Show, Jane welcomes Arabella Macpherson—an internationally recognised coach, keynote speaker, and facilitator who has spent nearly two decades helping CEOs and senior leaders communicate with authenticity, influence, and impact. With over 500 s…

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The Future of Farming Is Here! 28:05

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From 3D printers turning food waste into useful products to drones flying over fields and orchards, agri-tech is reshaping the way we grow, move, and sustain fresh produce. In this episode of the Global Fresh Series, host Juanita Gaglio explores how technology is transforming agriculture on the ground and in the sky. Hear how drones in China covere…

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The Future of Farming Is Here! - Global Fresh Series 28:05

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From 3D printers turning food waste into useful products to drones flying over fields and orchards, agri-tech is reshaping the way we grow, move, and sustain fresh produce. In this episode of the Global Fresh Series, host Juanita Gaglio explores how technology is transforming agriculture on the ground and in the sky. Hear how drones in China covere…

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Beneath Our Feet: The Hidden History of Soil - The History of Fresh Produce 1:10:35

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Where does soil come from? How has it shaped the rise (and fall) of human civilizations? And why is it now at the center of some of the most urgent debates about food, farming, and the environment? Join John and special guest Louis De Jaeger - landscape architect, author, and agro-ecology advocate - as they dig into the history of soil. Together, t…

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Bridging Worlds with Water: BLUE Missions & The Hike for Humanity 40:37

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In this inspiring episode of The Produce Industry Podcast, host Patrick Kelly sits down with Jorge Rodriguez of BLUE Missions to explore the powerful intersection of produce, purpose, and clean water. Learn how BLUE Missions is working to end the global water and sanitation crisis by connecting communities in Latin America with sustainable infrastr…

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History Daily: Lewis & Clark and the Invention of Pasteurization - The History of Fresh Produce 36:43

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In this special collaboration with History Daily, we present a double feature exploring two pivotal moments in history. First, you’ll hear the story of Lewis and Clark’s return after successfully completing the first U.S. overland journey to the Pacific Ocean. Then, you’ll learn how French biologist Louis Pasteur developed a method of heating liqui…

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Grapery Grapes: Hand-Harvested, Fully Ripened, Bursting with Flavor! - Fresh From the Field Fridays 34:23

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This week on Fresh from the Field Fridays, we’re going ape for grapes! Ross “The Produce Boss” Nelson and Dan “The Produce Man” Avakian welcome Jim Beagle from Grapery. Jim shares his journey from working the fields at age five with his dad to becoming CEO of Grapery—still walking the rows every day with his crew. You’ll hear how rich dialogue with…

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The Apple Angle: A Deep Dive into a Produce Powerhouse - Global Fresh Series 19:39

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In this episode of the Global Fresh Series, host Juanita Gaglio takes a crisp bite into the world of apples — one of the most iconic and widely consumed fruits on the planet. From global production statistics to surprising consumption trends, Juanita explores where apples stand in the produce industry and why they continue to dominate grocery aisle…

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The Apple Angle: A Deep Dive into a Produce Powerhouse 19:39

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In this episode of the Global Fresh Series, host Juanita Gaglio takes a crisp bite into the world of apples — one of the most iconic and widely consumed fruits on the planet. From global production statistics to surprising consumption trends, Juanita explores where apples stand in the produce industry and why they continue to dominate grocery aisle…

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Foreign Hands in American Agriculture (Livestream) - The History of Fresh Produce 1:12:48

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On July 8th, U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins announced that the administration is determined to reclaim farmland owned by what it calls "foreign adversaries" and to establish a "100% American workforce" in agriculture. But how much U.S. farmland is actually owned by foreign governments? When did this trend begin? Has there ever truly been…

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Voices from the Floor – NEPC Trade Show 2025, Boston 1:12:57

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In this special episode of The Produce Industry Podcast, host Patrick Kelly takes you straight to the heart of the NEPC Trade Show 2025 in Boston, Massachusetts — one of the most dynamic gatherings in the fresh produce world! Join Patrick as he hits the show floor to bring you exclusive conversations with some of the most influential voices in the …

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Soil Biology, Chefs, and the Future of Food: Farmer Lee Jones Bringing it Back to Life - Fresh From the Field Fridays 36:29

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This week on Fresh from the Field Fridays, Dan the Produce Man and Ross the Produce Boss are joined by Farmer Lee Jones from The Chef's Garden in Huron, Ohio. Farmer Lee digs deep into regenerative agriculture—feeding the soil, respecting its biology, and restoring nutrients to our food. He explains how vegetables grown a century ago carried up to …