Nick Ramirez and Kyle Romero are joined by guest comedians to discuss the week's Heathcliff comic strips and all things Heathcliff.
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Nick Ramirez Podcasts
Jared Eimicke and Nick Ramirez, both veterans of the UCB Theater in New York City, bring a comedian guest along to do something that no one really wants to do. Going to the airport, riding the bus, pulling an all-nighter... It's all bad stuff.
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It's like MST3K for Garfield! Comedians Nick Ramirez (UCB New York) and Lance Gilstrap (Victrola podcast) tackle a new (old) Garfield comic strip every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. We started with the very first one (June 19, 1978), so we've got a long way to go. Each episode is only 10-15 minutes long, so what do you have to lose? It can't be worse than early Garfield, which is very bad.
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An episode by episode recap of the groundbreaking sketch show The Kids in the Hall! Send us your thoughts on the podcast and Kids in the Hall! You can contact us at [email protected] or on Instagram and Twitter @KidsInThePod! Hosted by Jared Eimicke, Aimee Lutkin and Nick Ramirez
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The top CPG podcast in the world, highlighting stories from founders, buyer spotlights, highly practical industry insights - all to give you a better chance at success.
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Investor Spotlight: Family Fund with Josh Wand and Sean Kelly
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In this episode of the Startup CPG Podcast, host Hannah Dittman sits down with Josh Wand and Sean Kelly, General Partners at the Family Fund, to explore what founders actually need to understand when navigating fundraising. The Family Fund is a deeply community-driven investment firm built by former founders who believe the best companies are built…
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Founder Feature: Houston Buehrle of Little Zing
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In this episode of the Startup CPG Podcast, Caitlin Bricker welcomes Houston Buehrle, founder of Little Zing, a premium mustard brand rooted in a century-old Danish family recipe. Houston shares how he transformed his great-grandmother’s handcrafted condiment into a fast-emerging brand in the CPG space, known for its clean ingredients, distinctive …
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156: The 2nd Annual MeatCast Holiday Spectacular with JP Bremer, Kyle Irion, Molly Moore, Xander Noland, Louis Birdsong, Kayla Lane Freeman, Lance Gilstrap, Dani Gonzales, Tiana Stuart, Dani Gonzales ...
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Nick and Kyle threw a Christmas party and invited some of their favorite previous guests to recap the week in Heathcliff! We also discussed Santa Claus, Christmas presents, and childhood performances! Plus, meat carols and a staged dramatic reading! Send us feedback on twitter @HeathcliffRecap or send us an email at [email protected]! Our t…
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#229 - The Rise of Ketone IQ: Creating a New Energy Category with Michael Brandt
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In this episode of the Startup CPG Podcast, host Daniel Scharff sits down with Michael Brandt, founder and CEO of Ketone IQ, to explore one of the most ambitious category creation stories in modern CPG. Ketone IQ has raised significant capital, secured military research partnerships with the Department of Defense, landed major retail distribution i…
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Operator Spotlight: R&D Insights with Matt Craighead, R&D Manager Trubar
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In this episode of the Startup CPG Podcast, host Hannah Dittman sits down with Matt Craighead, R&D Manager at Trubar, to explore the real product development process—from initial concept and benchtop formulation to scaled production and everything in between. Matt brings a rare blend of technical depth, operator empathy, and practical insights to w…
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Founder Feature: Stephanie McGregor of RINGA
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In this episode of the Startup CPG Podcast, host Caitlin Bricker sits down with Stephanie McGregor, founder of Ringa—a moringa and apple cider vinegar infused beverage with no added sugar, no sugar substitutes, and no natural flavors. After 20 years as an operator in food and beverage working on brands like Red Bull, Glacéau Vitaminwater, and other…
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#228 - Spotlight on Grocery Run Events with Amna Mettmann of Brause and Jocelyn Ramirez from Todo Verde
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In this episode of the Startup CPG Podcast, host Caitlin Bricker sits down with two founders who've leveraged Startup CPG's Grocery Run events to accelerate their retail growth: Amna Mettmann of Brause and Jocelyn Ramirez of Todo Verde. The conversation provides an inside look at how these curated retailer events create high-ROI opportunities for e…
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Investor Spotlight: Alex Borschow, Rocana Ventures
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In this episode of the Startup CPG Podcast, host Hannah Dittman sits down with Alex Borschow, Managing Partner at Rocana Ventures, to explore what Series A investors actually look for in consumer brands. The conversation dives deep into defining product-market fit, understanding traction metrics across channels, and why thoughtful, mission-driven c…
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Nick and Kyle recap the week in Heathcliff! We also discuss Degeneration X-Files, holiday plans, and the Heathcliff Christmas Carol (again)! Send us feedback on twitter @HeathcliffRecap or send us an email at [email protected]! Our theme song is Heathcliff's Meat Song by Louie Zong! Check him out at louiezong.com. Comics featured in the epi…
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Founder Feature: Amie Kesler of Carolyn's Krisps
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In this episode of the Startup CPG Podcast, Caitlin Bricker speaks with Amie Kesler, founder of Carolyn’s Krisps—a rapidly growing, better-for-you snack brand reinventing a cherished family recipe into a modern, dairy-free and gluten-free product line. What began as a nostalgic cheddar crisp made by Amie’s grandmother has evolved into a differentia…
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#227 - Operations Ask-Me-Anything with Jamie Valenti-Jordan
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In this episode of the Startup CPG Podcast, Daniel Scharff speaks with Jamie Valenti-Jordan, CEO of Catapult Commercialization Services, a leader in food and beverage product development, scale-up, and manufacturing strategy. Jamie brings decades of experience guiding brands from concept to commercialization, and a mission-driven focus on helping i…
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Investor Spotlight: Nick Giannuzzi, Humble Growth
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In this episode of the Startup CPG Podcast, Hannah Dittman speaks with Nick Giannuzzi, founder and managing partner of Humble Growth—an investment firm intentionally designed to shift the traditional power dynamic between founders and investors. Nick traces his career from representing Vitaminwater in its early days to building a leading CPG-focuse…
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Nick and Kyle recap the week in Heathcliff! We also discuss old commercials, Jay Leno, and a potential Heathcliff Christmas Carol! Send us feedback on twitter @HeathcliffRecap or send us an email at [email protected]! Our theme song is Heathcliff's Meat Song by Louie Zong! Check him out at louiezong.com. Comics featured in the episode: Dece…
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Founder Feature: Liv Truesdell of FROST Buttercream
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In this episode of the Startup CPG Podcast, Caitlin Bricker interviews Liv Truesdell, founder of FROST Buttercream, an emerging brand bringing bakery-quality, meringue-based buttercream to retail shelves with fewer ingredients, less sugar, and a noticeably elevated taste profile. Liv shares her journey from investment banking to building a family-r…
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#226 - Hungryroot 101: Launch Your Brand & Master Smart Cart Shopping
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In this episode of the Startup CPG Podcast, host Daniel Scharff sits down with the Hungryroot team for an exclusive inside look at how the fast-growing food tech platform curates products, personalizes grocery shopping through its innovative Smart Cart technology, and simplifies meal planning for millions of customers. The Hungryroot buyers reveal …
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The Founder Fundraising Journey: Karl Franz Williams, Founder of Uncle Waithleys
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In this episode of the Startup CPG Podcast, host Hannah Dittman sits down with Karl Franz Williams, founder of Uncle Waithley's—a small-batch, real-ingredient Caribbean-inspired ginger beer redefining what a classic mixer can be. Karl shares his unique journey from electrical engineering at Yale to brand management at Procter & Gamble and Pepsi (wo…
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153: Wait, What Happened to the Gravy Helmet?
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Nick and Kyle recap the week in Heathcliff! We also discuss Thanksgiving dinner, Santa Clause, and AI! Send us feedback on twitter @HeathcliffRecap or send us an email at [email protected]! Our theme song is Heathcliff's Meat Song by Louie Zong! Check him out at louiezong.com. Comics featured in the episode: November 27, 2025: https://www.g…
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Founder Feature: Erica Groussman of Trubar
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In this episode of the Startup CPG Podcast, Caitlin Bricker sits down with Erica Groussman, founder of Trubar—a vegan protein bar brand in nearly 25,000 retail locations doing close to $100 million in gross revenue. Erica shares her journey from going door-to-door with laminated signs and brown boxes to building a brand focused on what women actual…
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#225 - Amazon vs. Your Own Website: The Great eCommerce Debate with Daybreak Agency and Gawronski Media
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In this episode of the Startup CPG Podcast, host Daniel Scharff moderates a friendly debate between two ecommerce experts: Rugved Nakadi from Daybreak Agency (Amazon specialists) and Kevin Gawronski from Gawronski Media (DTC paid media). The conversation explores the critical question every emerging brand faces: should you prioritize building your …
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Investor Spotlight: Jaxon Stuart, Spacestation Investments
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In this episode of the Startup CPG Podcast, host Hannah Dittman sits down with Jaxon Stuart, Investor at Spacestation Investments, to explore a unique intersection of venture capital, influencer marketing, and creator-led brands. The conversation reveals how Spacestation evolved from a corporate angel arm founded by a top YouTuber into a full-fledg…
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Nick and Kyle recap the week in Heathcliff! We also discuss Thanksgiving dinner, the Macy's Day Parade and night stands! Send us feedback on twitter @HeathcliffRecap or send us an email at [email protected]! Our theme song is Heathcliff's Meat Song by Louie Zong! Check him out at louiezong.com. Comics featured in the episode: November 21, 2…
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Founder Feature: Linda Xu of Huā Wellness
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In this episode of the Startup CPG Podcast, Caitlin Bricker is joined by Linda Xu, founder of Huā Wellness—a wellness brand dedicated to stress relief through natural, clinically backed ingredients. Linda shares her journey from a demanding career in health tech to launching Huā Wellness, driven by a deeply personal experience with burnout and a pa…
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#224 - The Rise of NeuroGum with Kent Yoshimura
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In this episode of the Startup CPG Podcast, host Daniel Scharff sits down with Kent Yoshimura, co-founder and CEO of Neuro Gum, to explore how a rejected Shark Tank pitch turned into a nine-figure functional supplement brand pioneering the chewable energy category. Kent shares the journey of scaling Neuro from $3 million to over $100 million in rev…
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Investor Spotlight: Alex Malamatinas of Melitas Ventures
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In this episode of the Startup CPG Podcast, host Hannah Dittman sits down with Alex Malamatinas, founder and managing partner of Melitas Ventures, to explore the realities of early-stage consumer brand investing. The conversation dives deep into what investors actually look for in CPG founders, how to navigate the fundraising process, and why under…
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151: Yams Were on Sale with Damon Herrera
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Nick and Kyle are joined by listener Damon Herrera to recap the week in Heathcliff! We also discuss Thanksgiving dinner, the great works of art, and Jay Leno! Send us feedback on twitter @HeathcliffRecap or send us an email at [email protected]! Our theme song is Heathcliff's Meat Song by Louie Zong! Check him out at louiezong.com. Comics f…
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Founders Feature: Lucy Dana of One Trick Pony
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In this episode of the Startup CPG Podcast, Caitlin Bricker speaks with Lucy Dana, founder of One Trick Pony, the peanut butter brand revolutionizing a pantry staple with innovative packaging. Lucy shares her journey from tech and coffee operations to launching a two-ingredient peanut butter made with Argentinian peanuts, offering practical insight…
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#223 - Startup CPG Innovation Sections at UNFI Selling Shows ft. Jubilee’s and Loopini Pizza
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In this episode of the Startup CPG Podcast, host Daniel Scharff takes listeners inside the UNFI Selling Shows, highlighting how Startup CPG’s first-ever Innovation Sections are expanding access, visibility, and retail opportunities for emerging CPG brands. Daniel is joined by Ashley Waldman of Jubilee’s and Damiano Messineo of Loopini Pizza, two fo…
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