Let's Chew Podcast

How Oatly Became the First Climate Solutions Company in Food and Beverage

What does it take to become the world’s first Climate Solutions Company? In this episode, we speak with Caroline Reid, Sustainability Director at Oatly, to unpack how the alt-dairy giant is reengineering food systems from the inside out. From cutting through greenwashing to building scalable carbon insetting models, we explore the future of food production, climate reporting, and the role of consumer brands in shaping policy. If you're in food manufacturing, sustainability, supply chain, retail or investment — this episode gives a front-row seat to how one of the most disruptive brands in F&B is driving climate action beyond the label. 🔍 Key topics: * Decarbonising dairy alternatives * Net zero vs. climate solutions * How food companies can influence regulation * Carbon insetting vs. offsetting * Sustainability metrics and traceability * The future of consumer trust 🎧 Tune in if you care about: Climate impact | Food tech | Regenerative sourcing | ESG compliance | Sustainable manufacturing | Brand accountability | Alt-protein

Why Texture Is the New Sugar, AI, GLP-1 & the Post-Hunger Future of Food with Food Futurologist, Dr Morgaine Gaye

Why Texture Is the New Sugar | AI, GLP-1 & the Post-Hunger Future of Food In this episode, we’re joined by food futurologist Dr. Morgaine Gaye to unpack what’s really shaping the future of what we eat. From GLP-1s and biotech to the surprising rise of texture over taste, Morgaine shares why we’re entering a post-hunger era, and what it means for consumers, brands, and the food industry at large. What you’ll discover: ✅ Why texture is overtaking sugar as the next big craving ✅ How GLP-1s and AI are reshaping our relationship with food ✅ Why nutrition and emotion are two sides of the same coin ✅ How a “collapsed society” mindset is driving snacking and nostalgia Tune in now! #LETSCHEWPODCAST #gulfood

How AI Is Solving the Biggest Challenges in Food Distribution with Daniel Khachab

This episode, we dive into the exciting world of food distribution and AI with Daniel Khachab, CEO of Choco. Learn how cutting-edge technology is driving sustainability, reducing food waste, and transforming supply chains in the global food industry. 🔑 What you’ll discover: - The role of AI in optimizing food distribution - How Choco is tackling industry inefficiencies - The future of food tech and sustainability Make sure to follow and rate us for more insightful episodes like this! #LetsChewPodcast #AIinFood #Sustainability #FoodTech #Innovation #Choco

The Truth About Sustainable Palm Oil with with Ruben Brunsveld | RSPO

The Truth About Sustainable Palm Oil with Ruben Brunsveld, RSPO Palm oil is everywhere—from your snacks to your cosmetics. But is it truly sustainable? Ruben Brunsveld, Deputy Director EMEA at the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO), joins us to discuss the real facts behind palm oil, its efficiency, and the global push for sustainability. In this episode: ✅ What makes palm oil the most efficient vegetable oil? ✅ Addressing misconceptions about sustainability ✅ The role of RSPO in responsible palm oil production ✅ How businesses can drive change Don’t miss Ruben Brunsveld’s session at the Gulfood FOOD500 Summit next week. Get even more insights from him on sustainable palm oil and the future of food. Subscribe for more industry insights. #LetsChewPodcast #SustainablePalmOil #PalmOilIndustry #gulfood2025 #FoodSustainability

From Seeds to Surface | ARDH Collective's Sustainable Materials

In this episode, Alhaan Ahmed, Co-Founder & CEO, and Alyina Ahmed, Co-Founder and Architectural Project Director of ARDH Collective, discuss their work at ARDH Collective. They cover how they turn date seeds into sustainable solid surface materials and produce date seed coffee. The conversation focuses on Dateform, created in the UAE, and its role in reducing waste while promoting sustainability in the food and beverage industry. They also explore other projects from ARDH Collective, including Datebrew and Dunecrete, and their commitment to repurposing natural resources for sustainable solutions across various sectors.