The Drip by AQUALAB
Episodes
The Drip by AQUALAB: Upcycled Food with Emily Lafferty and Amanda Oenbring
07 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Upcycled Food: the Climate Solution Sitting in Your Trash with Emily Lafferty and Amanda OenbringWhat if the future of food isn’t about creating mor...
The Drip by AQUALAB: The Science of Storytelling with Laura Lampa
22 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Laura Lampa is a scientist turned communicator and the founder and CEO of LML StoryLab Consulting. She translates complex scientific concepts into com...
The Drip by AQUALAB: Realistic Imagination in Product Innovation with Ali Alwattari
11 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ali Alwattari from Kraton Corporation has been working in product innovation for over 33 years, spanning industries from consumer goods to biotechnolo...
The Drip by AQUALAB: Probiotics Explained with Anđela Martinović
25 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Anđela Martinović holds a PhD in Food Systems from the University of Milan, specializing in probiotics and gut health. As a co-founder and program d...
The Drip by AQUALAB: Exploring Ice Cream Science with Abigail Thiel
12 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Abigail Thiel is a Food Scientist and YouTuber of ‘Abbey the Food Scientist’. She is a postdoctoral researcher at Wageningen University in the Net...
The Drip by AQUALAB: Food Safety, Shelf Stability, and Consulting Tips with Rachel Zemser
28 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Rachel Zemser from A La Carte Connections is a lifelong food scientist and consultant, dedicated to helping companies formulate and develop innovative...
The Drip by AQUALAB: Understanding Food Texture with Dr. Carolyn Ross
14 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Carolyn Ross is a professor of food science and the director of the Washington State University School of Food Science. Her expertise covers senso...
The Drip by AQUALAB: Fungi's Role in Future Foods & Medicine with Roman Libov
10 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Roman Libov is a food scientist specializing in plant-based foods and the incorporation of bioactive and psychoactive fungi into nutraceuticals. In th...
The Drip by AQUALAB: Sustainable Meat Processing Technologies with Lovedeep Kaur
26 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Lovedeep Kaur is an Associate Professor at Massey University in New Zealand. Her specialties include sustainable food processing technologies, circula...
The Drip by AQUALAB: Creating Aviation Fuel from Waste with Alyssa Norris
12 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Alyssa Norris is the Director of Sustainability at Aether Fuels. She sits down with Zachary Cartwright to discuss how we can produce aviation fuel fro...
The Drip by AQUALAB: AI Innovations in Food with Ravi Karkara and Vinay Indraganti
29 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ravi Karkara and Vinay Indraganti, from AI For Food Global Initiative, join the Drip to discuss their new book ‘The AI for Food Movement’. We'll e...
The Drip by AQUALAB: Noroviruses, Influenza Risks, and Cutting-Edge Detection Methods
16 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Matthew Moore is an Associate Professor at the University of Massachusetts, Department of Food Science who is recognized for his groundbreaking resear...
The Drip by AQUALAB: Mario Gonzalez and High Pressure Food Processing
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Mario Gonzalez Angulo is the HPP Food Applications Manager at Hiperbaric High Pressure Technologies. Curious about how your guacamole stays fresh? Hig...
The Drip by AQUALAB – Probiotics Unpacked: Stability, Water Activity, and Innovations with Subhendu Nayak
17 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Subhendu Nayak is the Director of Formulation (Probiotics and Herbal) at Vida Herbs. He joins The Drip to talk about the complexities of manufacturing...
The Drip by AQUALAB: Ensuring Food Safety: Insights from Farm to Table with Marcus Washington
04 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Marcus Washington is the co-founder of FSQA Help in Oklahoma. Marcus joins The Drip to address the challenges faced by emerging food brands, the impor...
The Drip by AQUALAB: The Biochar Solution with Pratikshya Silwal
20 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Transforming Invasive Plants into Valuable Resources – The Biochar Solution with Pratikshya SilwalPratikshya Silwal recently finished for PhD in agr...
The Drip By AQUALAB: Revolutionizing Edibles, Nanoemulsified Technology with Breanna Neff
06 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Breanna Neff from brelixi, delves into the innovation of nanoemulsified technology in the cannabis space. As a certified food scientist and founder, s...
The Drip by AQUALAB: Ultra-processed food with guest Marlana Malerich
23 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Marlana Malerich is the Co-Founder and Sustainable Food Systems Researcher at the Rooted Research Collective (RRC). Marlana, poised to begin her PhD a...
The Drip by AQUALAB: Navigating Food Safety Challenges with Bruce Ferree
10 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Navigating Food Safety Challenges: Bruce Ferree’s 40-Year Career in Food ScienceBruce Ferree, a food safety consultant, unpacks the world of food sa...
The Drip by AQUALAB: Innovations in the Middle East and North Africa with Fidele El Achkar
26 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Digitizing Food Safety: Innovations in Middle East and North Africa with Fidele El AchkarFidele El Achkar is the visionary founder of FoodSight, an in...
The Drip by AQUALAB: Microplastics in Food with Angela Anandappa
11 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Angela Anandappa, Ph. D. is the founding director of the Alliance for Advanced Sanitation. Anandappa is an experienced food safety industry profession...
The Drip by AQUALAB: The Truth About Raw Milk; Savana Everhart Nunn breaks down the risks
28 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Truth About Raw Milk: Breaking Down the Risks with Savana Everhart NunnSavana Everhart Nunn, PhD in One Health Sciences from Texas Tech University...
The Drip: Why Does My Wine Smell Funky? Uncovering the Science of Wine Spoilage
14 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we dive into the intriguing world of wine, exploring why some bottles can unpleasantly surprise your senses with aromas resembling barnyards or...
Episode 40: Food Safety with Ashutosh Jaiswal
19 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I'm your host, Zachary Cartwright, and today marks our 40th episode - a special milestone. To celebrate, we've got an equally special guest joining us...
Episode 39: Michelle Schwenk, Bellis Food Solutions
21 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we delve deep into the science and innovation with Michelle Schwenk, the president and food science consultant at Bellis Food Solutions in Deca...
Episode 38: Inside McCormick & Company: A Conversation with Dr. Milda Embuscado
31 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, we have a special guest, Dr. Milda Embuscado, a distinguished scientist at McCormick and Company. Dr. Embuscado is an expert in ma...
Episode 37: Ian Fretheim of Cafe Imports
17 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we have a very special guest, Ian Fretheim, joining us from Cafe Imports. Ian is the Director of Sensory Analysis, where he passionately explor...
Episode 36: AUPA co-founder Rob Rebich
03 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We had the recent pleasure of talking with Rob Rebich, Co-Founder of AUPA, a company on a dedicated mission to provide customers with convenient, nutr...
Episode 35: Imran Ahmad of Florida International University's Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism Management
24 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today my guest is Dr. Imran Ahmad, a Research Assistant Professor at Florida International University where he is part of the Food Agriculture and Bio...
Episode 34: The Science of Water Activity and Pathogen Survival in Low Water Activity Foods
12 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Water In Food, we explore two new technologies that have the potential to revolutionize food safety. The first is hyperspectral ima...
Episode 33: Suresh Chander from Arboreal Stevia
28 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We sit down with Suresh Chander, R&D lead at Arboreal Stevia! Learn more about the sugar substitute and its various implications in food productio...
Episode 32: My Food Job Rocks with Adam Yee
17 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today my guest is Adam Yee, the podcast host of My Food Job Rocks! He interviews people from the food industry and discusses why they love their jobs ...
Episode 31: University of Arkansas Department of Food Science
10 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week on Water in Food is Dr. Jennifer Acuff from the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture. She's also an assistant professor of ...
Episode 30: Milkify
02 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to another episode of Water in Food. Today my guest is Dr. Berkley Luck, who is the Co-Founder and COO of Milkify. This was the very first com...
Episode 29: Cael Bar
14 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today my guest is Cael Byrd, the founder and owner of Cael Bar, a company specializing in energy bars and pet treats. Cael’s vision for his company ...
Episode 27: Melissa Coppel Chocolate and Pastry School
01 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today my guest is Melissa Coppel, who is the owner of the Melissa Coppel Chocolate and Pastry School in Las Vegas, Nevada. Many of her students have a...
Episode 26: Kemin Industries
17 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today my guest is Gregg Schieffer from Kemin Industries, a company that supplies specialty ingredients for human and animal health and nutrition, pet ...
Episode 25: Clif Bar
26 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today my guest is Shaunti Luce from the energy foods company, CLIF Bar. From their flagship product to Luna bars and CLIF Kid Zbars, this company aim...
Episode 24: ITEGA (Institute of Packaging Technology and Food Engineering)
08 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
My guest is Dr. Anne Maltais, a senior scientist and researcher at the Institute of Packaging Technology and Food Engineering, located in Montreal, Ca...
Episode 23: Mori Food Technology
18 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Water In Food, we're joined by Nadia Hallaj of Mori. Based in Boston, Massachusetts, Mori is known as being an anti-waste company, ...
Episode 22: Hostess Brands
07 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today my guest is Dr. Vivian Allen who is a senior research scientist in product development at Hostess Brands. From new product conception to commerc...
Episode 21: Science Says with Beatrice Zatorska
09 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Beatrice Zatorska joins the podcast to discuss an emerging platform for food science professionals and researchers. As co-founder and CEO, Beatrice la...
Episode 19: Trouw Nutrition
25 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today we're joined by Prince Nanda of Trouw Nutrition, a global leader in innovative feed specialties, premixes, and nutritional services for the anim...
Episode 18: Univ. of Arkansas, Division of Agriculture
29 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The state of Arkansas is a major hub for rice production in the United States. As such, it's the ideal region for agricultural research on the venerab...
Episode 17: "Mr. Lactose," Kent Keller
21 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today I'm joined by Kent Keller of Keller Technologies, Inc. A lactose specialist, Kent has educated people and companies about lactose for over 40 ye...
Episode 16: Outcast Foods
16 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today we’re joined by Zack Farrar and Quinn Keily-Finlay of Outcast Foods based in Nova Scotia, Canada. Outcast uses plant-based technology that tur...
Episode 15: AQUALAB Product Overview
16 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Most of the time on Water In Food, I like to get to know our customers better and highlight their success. Though their products vary in many aspects,...
Episode 14: Edesia Nutrition
25 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Rami Kawsara and Maria Kasparian from Edesia Nutrition join us on the podcast. Edesia's story and mission are quite extraordinary, as key players in m...
Episode 13: Peaceful Fruits
06 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Water In Food, we're joined by Evan Delahanty, founder of Peaceful Fruits based in Akron, Ohio. Inspired by his Peace Corp experien...
Episode 12: Thorne Research
22 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to another episode of Water in Food. Today, I'm joined by Research Scientist Aaron Denzler of Thorne Research, a wellness-driven leader in hea...
Episode 11: Virginia Park Foods
23 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today I am joined by Mohammad Hossain, the Director of Food Safety, Quality and Compliance at Virginia Park Foods based in California. Virginia Park F...
Episode 10: The Hemp Mine
25 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today I’m joined by Dr. Allison Justice who is the founder of The Hemp Mine located in South Carolina. Dr. Justice has combined her scientific educa...
Episode 9: Predicting Hydrate Formation Boundaries
17 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this special episode of Water in Food, we explore two articles published by Purdue University and Pfizer that address hydrate formation boundaries....
Episode 8: Arkopharma (Water in Pharmaceuticals)
18 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today I'm joined by Fabienne Latournel-Perrot, a French research and development team manager at Arkopharma Laboratories. In this special episode, we'...
Episode 7: Voyaging Foods
11 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today I’m joined by Brynn Foster, founder of Voyaging Foods based in Hawaii. Brynn founded her gluten-free, artisan milling company in 2005 and does...
Episode 6: Purdys Chocolatier
09 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s episode is sure to tickle your sweet tooth as we’re joined by Rachel McKinley. She is a master chocolatier at Purdys Chocolatier based in...
Episode 5: Pan's Mushroom Jerky
08 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Today I’m joined by Michael Pan in Portland, Oregon. He is the creator of Pan’s Mushroom Jerky, a plant-based alternative snack to traditional me...
Episode 4: Balancing Stability and Continuous Improvement
25 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We’re joined by my colleague John Russell, one of our best water application specialists at METER Group. More than most, John fully understands the ...
Episode 3: Simmons Pet Food
24 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Today, I’m joined by Rick Stoller of Simmons Food, one of North America’s largest producers of poultry, pet, and animal nutrition products. Family...
Episode 2: Nailing Water Specs in All-Natural Dried Fruits
19 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sunrise Fresh is a family-owned farm in California, growing and selling the number one dried fruit on Amazon. Jake and Case Samuel, CEO and VP of Sale...
Episode 1: Why Moisture Balances Suck
20 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Zachary Cartwright is joined by METER CEO Scott Campbell. When it comes to using moisture balances, the food industry is mired in what Paul Graham...