The Food Professor

Jan 30 2025 195 ep. 39 mins 97
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Join Dr. Sylvain Charlebois, Senior Director, Agri-Food Analytics Lab at Dalhousie University in Halifax with host Michael LeBlanc as they look at the hot issues in the food, foodservice, grocery and restaurant industries. We'll discuss proprietary industry and consumer food related research, check out fresh new ideas and talk about half baked strategies. © 2020-2025 M.E. LeBlanc & Company Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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Eggflation Shocks Americans, Canada Drags on Ag Competitiveness and live from Texas Chuck Charnichart, aka BBQ rat, owner and pitmaster of Barb's B. Q.

Jan 30 2025 53 mins  
In this episode we discuss Texas barbecue with special guest pit master and owner of Barb's B.Q. Chuck Charnichart, beef price hikes due to drought and herd reductions, skyrocketing egg costs from avian flu, MNP study on Canadian competitiveness ranking, the reality of U.S.-Canada trade tensions, and the rise of Dubai chocolate in global markets.

Trump Immigration & Ag, the Hidden Secret Behind those CPI Numbers, celebrating the launch of Call Her Daddy's Unwell & guest Nicolas Mulroney, Co-Founder & CEO of Bond Bakery Brands

Jan 23 2025 57 mins  
In this episode, we meet Nicholas Mulroney, CEO of Bond Bakery Brands. We explore his journey from finance to food, preserving family-run bakeries, and innovation in the baking industry. In the news, we look at the implications of Trump's immigration policy on the agriculture sector, the secret behind the blockbuster CPI food inflation numbers, the demise of Hershey Canada's iconic

The Weight & Measure of Things, Bye Red Dye 3 and the Dukes of New York

Jan 16 2025 35 mins  
In this episode, we look at lawsuits related to grocery scale inaccuracies, John Deere's repair policies, the critique of BMI as an obesity measure, Chuck E. Cheese's relaunch, and Starbucks' policy changes. Industry updates include Jack Daniels' cuts, the Bunge-Viterra merger, and the FDA's Red Dye 3 ban, with insights on consumer trust and policy impacts.

2025 Fearless Predictions, Government Shakeup Shakeout, Trump Threats & Canada's Next Moves

Jan 09 2025 52 mins  
In this episode of The Food Professor, Michael and Sylvain dive into 2025 food industry predictions, exploring AI's transformative role, social inequalities, food waste reduction, and M&A trends. They also discuss DEI challenges, the impact of ozempic drugs, and political and trade shifts.

The Top 10 Stories That Define Our Food Systems: A Reflection on Canada’s Top Agri-Food Stories of 2024

Dec 19 2024 45 mins  
In our final episode for 2024, we wrap up the year with a reflective discussion of 2024's defining top 10 food industry stories. The episode explores major economic, political, and societal shifts shaping Canada's agri-food landscape, including ongoing debates about government policies, industry challenges, and consumer behaviour. The episode starts with the week's news, starting w

GST Holiday Havoc, Dynamite T&T U.S. Launch and our guest Paul Jewer, President & CEO, High Liner Foods

Dec 12 2024 50 mins  
Our special guest on this episode is Paul Jewer, President & CEO of High Liner Foods, today celebrating its remarkable 125th anniversary. Paul shares insights into the company’s journey, from its retail products across Canada and the U.S. to its extensive B2B operations serving restaurants and institutions. But first we begin with reflections on the release of Canada’s Food Pri

Canada's Food Price Report 2025, Farting Cows & guest Gordon Neal of RFINE Biomass Solutions

Dec 05 2024 55 mins  
This episode of The Food Professor #podcast highlights the release of Canada's Food Price Report, forecasting a 3-5% increase in food costs for 2025, translating to an additional $801 yearly expense for a family of four. Our guest on this episode is Gordon Neal, co-founder and general manager of RFINE Biomass Solutions, based in Halifax; turning Spent Coffee Grounds into Eco-Consci

Canada's "Vibecession" & the GST Holiday Season, Trump's 25% Solution & guest Ed Hoehn, COO, Atomo Beanless Coffee

Nov 28 2024 55 mins  
This episode features Ed Hoehn, COO of Atomo Coffee, recorded live at the Coffee Association of Canada conference. Hoehn introduces Atomo's innovative, sustainable beanless coffee and shares insights on challenging industry norms. In the news we take on Trump's 25% treat, the "Vibecession", the pros and cons of the GST Holiday and Sylvain's newly published peer-reviewed study on th

Monopolies, Mexico, McDonalds & guest Kyle Engelman, Executive Director, Grounds For Health

Nov 21 2024 43 mins  
In this lively episode of The Food Professor Podcast, presented by Caddle, Michael LeBlanc and Dr. Sylvain Charlebois tackle a rich menu of topics spanning BBQ, agriculture, global health, and trade. We kick things off with a nod to Texas BBQ culture, celebrating the Michelin Guide's arrival in the state. We highlight an inspiring conversation with special guest Kyle Engelman, Exec

Trump v2.0 & Ag, COP-Out, Carbon Tax Papers and guest Mitchell Scott, CEO of Cult Food Science

Nov 14 2024 51 mins  
On this episode, we delve into two new studies on the Carbon Tax, continue talking about Trump v2.0 and agriculture, talk about my visit to Amazon Fresh grocery store in New York, and guest Mitchell Scott, CEO of Cult Food Science, who is building and investing in some of the first companies in the exciting new field of cellular agriculture.