In With the New is a show about innovative sustainable brands and the people behind them. Join host Avril Tomlin-Hood for a deep dive into interesting, intimate conversations with business leaders who are not just talking about putting people and planet on par with profit, they are actually doing it. Each episode is brought to you by boa, a strategic digital marketing agency. For more information visit www.weareboa.com/podcast To reach the host email hello@weareboa.com
Sharon Cryan is the Founder of FoodNerd, an innovative food technology company rethinking how we process and consume everyday nutrition. Sharon shares the inspiration behind FoodNerd's Mega Puffs, a first-of-its-kind cold-processed snack designed to preserve the full nutrient profile of fruits and vegetables, and explains how her early life experiences and legal background exposed major gaps in the food system. She also breaks down what "processed food" really means, the impact of ultra-processing on nutrient loss, and how her proprietary "nutrient lock" technology keeps food as close to its natural state as possible. She further explores the challenges of educating consumers in a crowded grocery landscape, the importance of early childhood nutrition in shaping lifelong eating habits, and how modern food products influence children's taste preferences. Sharon also shares her mission to create transparent, convenient solutions for parents—helping them reduce food guilt while making healthier choices for their families. Learn more here, in the show notes.
4/29/26 • 26:14
Vy Nguyen is the Founder and CEO of Lemon of the Sun, a sun care company reimagining how we protect our skin beyond traditional sunscreen. Vy shares the inspiration behind Sun Clad, an innovative laundry booster that transforms everyday clothing into UPF 30+ sun protective wear, and explains how living in Vietnam's intense UV environment sparked the idea. She also discusses the science behind the product, the challenges of creating a new consumer category, and how partnerships with dermatologists and TikTok helped build early traction. Learn more here, in the show notes.
4/15/26 • 22:59
Sam Teicher is the Co-founder of Coral Vita, a company on a mission to solve one of our planet's greatest challenges: preserving and restoring coral reefs — at scale. Sam and Avril discuss the threats to coral reefs, and how Coral Vita's innovative land-based coral farms are helping dying reefs recover and thrive. They also discuss how Coral Vita's mission-driven approach positions the company to tackle reef restoration at the scale needed to make a real difference Learn more here, in the show notes.
11/19/25 • 38:19
Bryan Krafchik is the founder of Loot Toy Company, a brand dedicated to creating all-natural bath bombs and bubble baths specifically designed for children with sensitive, eczema-prone skin. With a steadfast commitment to safety and quality, Bryan has built the brand around vegan, non-GMO ingredients that are both gentle and effective. Discover how Loot Toy Co. is reimagining children's bath time with products that parents can trust and kids will love. Learn more here, in the show notes.
11/13/25 • 19:28
Kelsey Irvine is the CEO of Birch Babe, a sustainable Canadian skincare brand. Kelsey discusses the company's commitment to clean and simple ingredients, in-house formulation, and low-waste packaging. Discover more about Birch Babe's approach to creating sustainable skin care for the everyday person. Learn more here, in the show notes.
11/5/25 • 31:44
Julia Dietmar is the CEO & co-founder of OpenWardrobe, an AI-powered app that allows users to catalogue their wardrobe, and then makes personalized outfit suggestions based on the items you already own. Their aim is to inspire a fashion revolution where every garment is valued and every purchase decision contributes to a more sustainable world. Discover more about OpenWardrobe's unique take on sustainable fashion and how they are encouraging mindful shopping. Learn more here, in the show notes.
10/29/25 • 21:28
Leena Manro is an award-winning writer, director, and co-founder of All Purpose, a B Corp-certified creative agency. She shares how her passion for storytelling inspired her to leave a successful career in law to pursue acting, writing, and directing—and how that journey now helps her uncover and craft impactful stories at All Purpose. Learn more here, in the show notes.
10/23/25 • 28:31
Stuart Jenkins is the Chief Innovation Officer at Blumaka, creator of recycled foam insoles and footwear that are scientifically proven to help elite athletes reach peak performance. Stuart discusses the environmental issues caused by foam manufacturing and excessive material waste, and how Blumaka turns foam remnants into high-performance products with minimal environmental impact. Discover more about how Blumaka is making its mark on the footwear industry while upholding its ethical values. Learn more here, in the show notes.
10/15/25 • 39:01
Keith Bearden is CEO of Alter Eco Foods, a company that uses innovative ways to ensure consumers can enjoy chocolate products while adhering to sustainable practices. The company focuses on having direct engagement with the supply and all aspects of the supply chain. From educating the farmers in Switzerland to having a hand in the packaging process, Alter Eco Foods ensures all their chocolate is both delicious and ethically sourced. Discover more about Alter Eco Foods approach to meshing the love of chocolate with sustainability! Learn more here, in the show notes.
10/8/25 • 26:25
Josh Dorfman is the CEO and host of Supercool, a B2B media company that celebrates extraordinary climate solutions that cut carbon, boost the bottom line, and improve modern life. Listen in as Josh discusses his journey in sustainable entrepreneurship, and his thoughts on the future of climate tech innovation. Learn more here, in the show notes.
8/27/25 • 29:27
In this episode of In With the New, Avril Tomlin-Hood speaks with Stacy Seidel, head of sustainability at SunOpta, about the company's numerous sustainability initiatives and how SunOpta has embedded sustainability into company culture. Learn more here, in the show notes.
8/13/25 • 23:09
Aja Horsley is the founder of Drizzle Honey. In this episode Aja shares her transition from environmental science to launching a sustainable honey company, and discusses industry challenges such as fake honey and bee health. Learn more here, in the show notes.
8/6/25 • 18:58
Divyansh (Divy) Ojha is the founder and CEO of Odd Bunch, a direct-to-consumer produce delivery company tackling food waste and insecurity. Divy shares his personal journey in building Odd Bunch, and discusses the brand's innovative subscription model and the importance of building strong relationships with farmers. Learn more here, in the show notes.
7/30/25 • 27:28
Jeff Richards is the founder of Mooala, creator of award-winning organic plant-based beverages. Jeff discusses what inspired him to start Mooala, and the company's commitment to only using clean and simple ingredients. In the competitive beverage market, Mooala prides itself on ingredient transparency so consumers know exactly what is in the products they are buying. Learn more here, in the show notes.
7/23/25 • 27:45
Bob Underwood is a third-generation farmer and award-winning agricultural innovator. Bob discusses his latest innovation, Beyond Berries, which transforms "ugly" berries into delicious frozen treats, addressing food waste and promoting sustainability. Learn more here, in the show notes.
7/16/25 • 21:22
Gus Klemos is the founder and CEO of Unbun Foods. Gus shares his journey from tech to the food industry, and what inspired him to create grain-free, gluten-free baked goods that are high in protein and made with clean and honest ingredients. Learn more here, in the show notes.
7/9/25 • 31:23
Martin Mayorga is the founder of Mayorga Coffee, a company that uses innovative sustainable practices in the coffee industry and values the importance of supporting ethical and sustainable business practices. Learn more here, in the show notes.
4/30/25 • 23:13
Tanya Olsen is the founder of Pacific Gold Beverage Corp. Tanya shares her journey in launching Gold Soda and Gold Spritz, emphasizing their low-sugar, low-calorie, and organic ingredients. She shares her story and her company's commitment to sustainability and ethical sourcing. Learn more here, in the show notes.
4/23/25 • 17:06
Natasha Vandenhurk is CEO and Co-founder of Three Farmers Foods. In this episode, Natasha shares the company's journey from its inception in 2011, to their current commitment for sustainability and transparency, creating healthy foods. Three Farmers believes that everyone should have wholesome food to eat, an understanding of where it comes from, and how it's made. Learn more here, in the show notes.
4/16/25 • 24:06
Kevin Martin is the Co-founder and CEO of unspun, a technology company that aims to address overproduction and waste in the fashion industry. unspun has invented the world's first 3D weaving technology that can turn yarn into clothing in minutes, realizing zero-waste production and circular reuse. Learn more here, in the show notes.
4/9/25 • 34:30
Kelly Vlahakis-Hanks is the President and CEO of ECOS, a company specializing in plant-derived, eco-conscious cleaning products. In this conversation, Kelly discusses the company's social and evironmental sustainability initiatives, as well as their advocacy for ingredient transparency in the cleaning product industry. Learn more here, in the show notes.
4/2/25 • 34:14
Abe Kamarck is a former U.S. naval helicopter pilot and the founder of True Made Foods. Abe shares his journey into the consumer packaged goods industry, driven by a desire to create delicious, healthy condiments with no added sugar. Learn more here, in the show notes.
3/12/25 • 39:39
Kat Woolf is the Co-founder and CEO of Heyday Canning Co. A company that is on the mission to revitalize the canned food aisle with flavorful, convenient options. Heyday's goal of sustainability is the main reason they have chosen to market to consumers with canned options over plastic. Heyday uses a legacy method of food packaging and markets and reimagines it for today's consumer. Discover more about Heyday Canning Co's approach to reinventing how people view canned foods. Learn more here, in the show notes.
3/5/25 • 28:06
Trey Vilcoq is the co-founder and CEO of BRIXY, a clean beauty brand that uses zero plastic packaging. Trey discusses the motivations behind launching BRIXY and the importance of delivering effective, enjoyable products when trying to change consumer behavior. Listen in. Learn more here, in the show notes.
1/29/25 • 29:02
Erin Douglas is the director of social and environmental responsibility at Banyan Botanicals, a company that is integrating sustainability throughout their daily operations. From adding social and sustainability responsibilities to job descriptions to quarterly progress reports detailing the company's sustainability efforts, Banyan Botanicals takes accountability in contributing to a better planet. Learn more here, in the show notes.
12/11/24 • 36:38
Amanda Oenbring is the CEO of the Upcycled Food Association, whose mission is to champion upcycling as one of the most critical solutions to mitigate the climate crisis. By working with stakeholders, including farmers, the Upcycled Food Association uses data and research to change the way food is consumed and disposed of in order to help fight climate change. Learn more here, in the show notes.
12/4/24 • 27:38
Rachel Schnorr is the Membership Director at Ad Net Zero, an organization that is on a mission to reduce emissions in the advertising industry. Ad Net Zero's plan to reduce emissions is in their Climate Action Plan, which shows companies where they can have the potential for positive impact and how to decarbonize emissions made from operations, production and messaging. Learn more here, in the show notes.
11/27/24 • 39:21
Tyler Wallis is the founder of TripleLine Brands, an agency aiding sustainable brands on Amazon. In this episode, Tyler shares his journey from Amazon to establishing TripleLine Brands, emphasizing the importance of sustainability in e-commerce. TripleLine Brands is dedicated to working with purpose-driven brands that are healthy for both people and the planet. Learn more here, in the show notes.
11/20/24 • 35:41
Deniz Ataman is the Deputy Editor for Food Navigator USA, a company that prides itself on ensuring brands have access to education about food and what companies are doing to reduce food waste. Food Navigator USA helps brands become more educated on the need for not only sustainable packaging but clear ingredient lists so consumers are always aware of what they are buying. Learn more here, in the show notes.
11/13/24 • 39:32
Maddy Rotman and Taylor Lanzet, are co-founders of Anytime Spritz, a regenerative and organic alcohol brand. Maddy and Taylor share their inspiration behind their sustainable canned cocktails, emphasizing ingredient transparency and the principles of regenerative organic agriculture. Learn more here, in the show notes.
11/6/24 • 32:08
