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CPG Vibes

Alex Bayer & Wade Yennypodcasters.spotify.com
Co-Hosts Alex Bayer and Wade Yenny with a combined experience in the CPG space of 35 years, chat about all things food and beverage in the market and share what’s going on in their lives and any current events. They also do shout-outs and answer questions live from viewers & listeners during their show.
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Episodes

Episode 36 - With Special Guest Parker Olson of Forij Granola

Broadcasted LIVE on Linkedin, Co-Hosts Alex Bayer (Genius Juice) and Wade Yenny with a combined experience in the CPG space of 35 years, chat about all things food and beverage in the market and share what’s going on in their lives and any current events. They also do shout-outs and answer questions live from viewers & listeners during their show!

Oct 03, 20221 hr 18 minEp. 36

Episode 35 - With Special Guest Mark Samuel of IWON Organics

Broadcasted LIVE on Linkedin, Co-Hosts Alex Bayer (Genius Juice) and Wade Yenny with a combined experience in the CPG space of 35 years, chat about all things food and beverage in the market and share what’s going on in their lives and any current events. They also do shout-outs and answer questions live from viewers & listeners during their show!

Sep 19, 20221 hr 9 min

Episode 34 - Random Topics on Tesla Charging Stations / Crowdfunding / Brands We Love

Broadcasted LIVE on Linkedin, Co-Hosts Alex Bayer (Genius Juice) and Wade Yenny with a combined experience in the CPG space of 35 years, chat about all things food and beverage in the market and share what’s going on in their lives and any current events. They also do shout-outs and answer questions live from viewers & listeners during their show!

Sep 12, 20221 hr 15 min

Episode 33 - With Special Guest Erica Rankin of BroDough

Broadcasted LIVE on Linkedin, Co-Hosts Alex Bayer (Genius Juice) and Wade Yenny with a combined experience in the CPG space of 35 years, chat about all things food and beverage in the market and share what’s going on in their lives and any current events. They also do shout-outs and answer questions live from viewers & listeners during their show!

Sep 06, 20221 hr 8 minEp. 33

Episode 32 - How To Be Authentic In Conversations Between Brands and Category Managers

Broadcasted LIVE on Linkedin, Co-Hosts Alex Bayer (Genius Juice) and Wade Yenny with a combined experience in the CPG space of 35 years, chat about all things food and beverage in the market and share what’s going on in their lives and any current events. They also do shout-outs and answer questions live from viewers & listeners during their show!

Aug 26, 20221 hr 16 min

Episode 31 - With Special Guests Jeremy Smith & Kirk Visola of JIRK Podcast

Broadcasted LIVE on Linkedin, Co-Hosts Alex Bayer (Genius Juice) and Wade Yenny with a combined experience in the CPG space of 35 years, chat about all things food and beverage in the market and share what’s going on in their lives and any current events. They also do shout-outs and answer questions live from viewers & listeners during their show!

Aug 23, 20221 hr 28 minEp. 31

Episode 30 - Will Plant-Based Meats Stand the Test of Time?

Broadcasted LIVE on Linkedin, Co-Hosts Alex Bayer (Genius Juice) and Wade Yenny with a combined experience in the CPG space of 35 years, chat about all things food and beverage in the market and share what’s going on in their lives and any current events. They also do shout-outs and answer questions live from viewers & listeners during their show!

Aug 10, 20221 hr 8 minEp. 30

Episode 29 - With Special Guest Gavin Konkel of Blackbird Foods

Broadcasted LIVE on Linkedin, Co-Hosts Alex Bayer (Genius Juice) and Wade Yenny with a combined experience in the CPG space of 35 years, chat about all things food and beverage in the market and share what’s going on in their lives and any current events. They also do shout-outs and answer questions live from viewers & listeners during their show!

Jul 30, 20221 hr 17 minEp. 29

Episode 28 - Unique Brands and Products That Are Impressive To Us

Products and brands that make you stop in the aisle and really wow you. Trends and what to chase. Broadcasted LIVE on Linkedin, Co-Hosts Alex Bayer (Genius Juice) and Wade Yenny with a combined experience in the CPG space of 35 years, chat about all things food and beverage in the market and share what’s going on in their lives and any current events. They also do shout-outs and answer questions live from viewers & listeners during their show!

Jul 27, 20221 hr 16 minEp. 28

Episode 27 - Why Consumers Are Making Decisions For Healthy Instead of Just Tasty

Broadcasted LIVE on Linkedin, Co-Hosts Alex Bayer (Genius Juice) and Wade Yenny with a combined experience in the CPG space of 35 years, chat about all things food and beverage in the market and share what’s going on in their lives and any current events. They also do shout-outs and answer questions live from viewers & listeners during their show!

Jul 20, 20221 hr 15 min

Episode 26 - What Makes Great Founders and Work With Great People

Broadcasted LIVE on Linkedin, Co-Hosts Alex Bayer (Genius Juice) and Wade Yenny with a combined experience in the CPG space of 35 years, chat about all things food and beverage in the market and share what’s going on in their lives and any current events. They also do shout-outs and answer questions live from viewers & listeners during their show!

Jul 12, 20221 hr 17 min

Episode 25 - Legacy Retailers and Customer Loyalty

Broadcasted LIVE on Linkedin, Co-Hosts Alex Bayer (Genius Juice) and Wade Yenny with a combined experience in the CPG space of 35 years, chat about all things food and beverage in the market and share what’s going on in their lives and any current events. They also do shout-outs and answer questions live from viewers & listeners during their show!

Jul 05, 20221 hr 8 min

Episode 24 - Selling Product at Live Events / Getting Real Feedback Live

We discuss about how doing live events is a great way to generate revenue and also get feedback in real time to see if people like your product. Since they are paying real dollars for it, they will be honest! Getting feedback for your product, especially in the early days, is crucial to reiterating and perfecting your product line before it goes national. Broadcasted LIVE on Linkedin, Co-Hosts Alex Bayer (Genius Juice) and Wade Yenny with a combined experience in the CPG space of 35 years, chat ...

Jun 28, 20221 hr 26 min

Episode 23 - How Products Are Getting More and More Functional

Products now cannot only taste good, but they need to offer functional value to convince consumers to cross the aisle and pick up your product. Broadcasted LIVE on Linkedin, Co-Hosts Alex Bayer (Genius Juice) and Wade Yenny with a combined experience in the CPG space of 35 years, chat about all things food and beverage in the market and share what’s going on in their lives and any current events. They also do shout-outs and answer questions live from viewers & listeners during their show!...

Jun 20, 20221 hr 10 min

Episode 22 - Talking About Random Products That We Love

Wade and Alex discuss recent products we have fallen in love with and eat every week, including functional products, plant-based, and more. Broadcasted LIVE on Linkedin, Co-Hosts Alex Bayer (Genius Juice) and Wade Yenny with a combined experience in the CPG space of 35 years, chat about all things food and beverage in the market and share what’s going on in their lives and any current events. They also do shout-outs and answer questions live from viewers & listeners during their show!...

Jun 13, 20221 hr 6 minEp. 22

Episode 21 - Shrink-flation / Supply Chain Challenges

The after-effects of the pandemic is real. Shrink-flation, enormous cost increases across the board for CPG brands. Broadcasted LIVE on Linkedin, Co-Hosts Alex Bayer (Genius Juice) and Wade Yenny with a combined experience in the CPG space of 35 years, chat about all things food and beverage in the market and share what’s going on in their lives and any current events. They also do shout-outs and answer questions live from viewers & listeners during their show!

Jun 07, 202257 min

Episode 20 - With Special Guest Mike Fata (CPG Investor and Advisor)

We are joined by CPG legend Mike Fata, founder of Manitoba Harvest and now investing and advising on a daily basis. He has made investments in brands such as Mid-Day Squares, Sol Cuisine, Nuts for Cheese Broadcasted LIVE on Linkedin, Co-Hosts Alex Bayer (Genius Juice) and Wade Yenny with a combined experience in the CPG space of 35 years, chat about all things food and beverage in the market and share what’s going on in their lives and any current events. They also do shout-outs and answer quest...

May 30, 202257 min

Episode 19 - With Special Guest Parker Olsen of Forij

Broadcasted LIVE on Linkedin, Co-Hosts Alex Bayer (Genius Juice) and Wade Yenny with a combined experience in the CPG space of 35 years, chat about all things food and beverage in the market and share what’s going on in their lives and any current events. They also do shout-outs and answer questions live from viewers & listeners during their show!

May 23, 20221 hr 11 min

Episode 18: Dealing with the Recession Including Retail Price Increases

Retailers are seeing retail pricing increases at a record number with inflation and the pull back of the market looming. Broadcasted LIVE on Linkedin, Co-Hosts Alex Bayer (Genius Juice) and Wade Yenny with a combined experience in the CPG space of 35 years, chat about all things food and beverage in the market and share what’s going on in their lives and any current events. They also do shout-outs and answer questions live from viewers & listeners during their show!...

May 15, 20221 hr 13 min

Episode 17 - With Special Guest Jake Karls of Mid-Day Squares

Broadcasted LIVE on Linkedin, Co-Hosts Alex Bayer (Genius Juice) and Wade Yenny with a combined experience in the CPG space of 35 years, chat about all things food and beverage in the market and share what’s going on in their lives and any current events. They also do shout-outs and answer questions live from viewers & listeners during their show!

May 09, 20221 hr 1 min

Episode 16 - With Special Guest Gavin Konkel of Earth Fare

Broadcasted LIVE on Linkedin, Co-Hosts Alex Bayer (Genius Juice) and Wade Yenny with a combined experience in the CPG space of 35 years, chat about all things food and beverage in the market and share what’s going on in their lives and any current events. They also do shout-outs and answer questions live from viewers & listeners during their show!

May 04, 20221 hr 11 min

Episode 15 - Today's CPG Trends / Naturally Network Event Recap

What makes customers tick? What are they looking for in this market. Additional value ingredients that people want to have as part of their daily diet. Broadcasted LIVE on Linkedin, Co-Hosts Alex Bayer (Genius Juice) and Wade Yenny with a combined experience in the CPG space of 35 years, chat about all things food and beverage in the market and share what’s going on in their lives and any current events. They also do shout-outs and answer questions live from viewers & listeners during their ...

Apr 25, 20221 hr 2 min

Episode 14 - Our Favorite Brands To Enjoy / Alex Bayer Sings For Everyone

We talk about all the brands that we love and enjoy every week, from Prana, to CanDo Keto Krisp, to beverages, to supplements. We are fanboys of some great brands and products out there. On this rare episode, Alex also sings "Strong Enough" cover, originally from Sheryl Crow. Broadcasted LIVE on Linkedin, Co-Hosts Alex Bayer (Genius Juice) and Wade Yenny with a combined experience in the CPG space of 35 years, chat about all things food and beverage in the market and share what’s going on in the...

Apr 21, 20221 hr 6 min

Episode 13 - With Special Guest Rachel Druckenmiller of Unmuted

Rachel is a keynote speaker and presents to thousands every year at special events. She is also the CEO of Unmuted, which is a coaching group session and public events to inspire leaders in organizations. Broadcasted LIVE on Linkedin, Co-Hosts Alex Bayer (Genius Juice) and Wade Yenny with a combined experience in the CPG space of 35 years, chat about all things food and beverage in the market and share what’s going on in their lives and any current events. They also do shout-outs and answer ques...

Apr 10, 20221 hr 11 min

Episode 12 - Wade and Alex Broadcasting from the Road / Product and Competition

Wade is on the road and had to broadcast from an airport. Alex is broadcasting from his car on the road as well. We talk about products, competition, and other random CPG topics. Broadcasted LIVE on Linkedin, Co-Hosts Alex Bayer (Genius Juice) and Wade Yenny with a combined experience in the CPG space of 35 years, chat about all things food and beverage in the market and share what’s going on in their lives and any current events. They also do shout-outs and answer questions live from viewers &a...

Apr 04, 202247 min

Episode 11 - Different Products and Educating Consumers On Benefits

Broadcasted LIVE on Linkedin, Co-Hosts Alex Bayer (Genius Juice) and Wade Yenny with a combined experience in the CPG space of 35 years, chat about all things food and beverage in the market and share what’s going on in their lives and any current events. They also do shout-outs and answer questions live from viewers & listeners during their show!

Mar 27, 20221 hr 4 min

Episode 10 - Expo West 2022 Recap

Broadcasted LIVE on Linkedin, Co-Hosts Alex Bayer (Genius Juice) and Wade Yenny with a combined experience in the CPG space of 35 years, chat about all things food and beverage in the market and share what’s going on in their lives and any current events. They also do shout-outs and answer questions live from viewers & listeners during their show!

Mar 22, 202254 min

Episode 09 - With Special Guest Erica Rankin of BroDough

Broadcasted LIVE on Linkedin, Co-Hosts Alex Bayer (Genius Juice) and Wade Yenny with a combined experience in the CPG space of 35 years, chat about all things food and beverage in the market and share what’s going on in their lives and any current events. They also do shout-outs and answer questions live from viewers & listeners during their show!

Mar 06, 20221 hr 9 minSeason 1Ep. 9

Episode 08 - Review Calendar and How To Present with Category Managers

Wade from the buyer's perspective and Alex fro the brand's perspective, they discuss how to pitch a retailer and optimizing your presentation. Broadcasted LIVE on Linkedin, Co-Hosts Alex Bayer (Genius Juice) and Wade Yenny with a combined experience in the CPG space of 35 years, chat about all things food and beverage in the market and share what’s going on in their lives and any current events. They also do shout-outs and answer questions live from viewers & listeners during their show!...

Feb 25, 20221 hr

Episode 07 - With Special Guest Adam Brown of Sircle Media

Broadcasted LIVE on Linkedin, Co-Hosts Alex Bayer (Genius Juice) and Wade Yenny (Jimbo’s Naturally) with a combined experience in the CPG space of 35 years, chat about all things food and beverage in the market and share what’s going on in their lives and any current events. They also do shout-outs and answer questions live from viewers & listeners during their show!

Feb 18, 20221 hr
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