Welcome back to the first episode in our new series Ethical Edibles! This series will see me sit down with leaders in brands from around the world have strong ethical beliefs underpinning their companies. Over the next several months, you'll hear about how food can be so much more than sustenance.

On the first episode, I sit down with the founder of ManiLife peanut butter, Stu MacDonald. In an extraordinary and scarcely believable story, Stu and his friends have changed the face of a global market worth nearly $6 billion.

Along the way, Stu has picked up expertise in the food industry and fills us in on his story, peanut butter markets around the world, the challenges of scale, and how ManiLife is staying true to its routes.

Thanks again to Stu for the chat and to you all for listening. Be sure to head over to the ⁠⁠⁠⁠website⁠⁠⁠⁠ and the ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more and subscribe so that you never miss an episode of Ethical Edibles!

Timestamps

00:00   Exploring Ethical Edibles: A Chat with Mani Life Peanut Butter Founder

03:50   The Wild Journey of Starting a Provenance-Led Peanut Butter Brand

08:40   Revolutionizing Peanut Butter Manufacturing: A Journey to Success

18:40   The Peanut Butter Market: A Deep Dive into Cultural Preferences, Brand Strategies, and Supplier Relationships

23:58   The Impact of Climate Change on Food Supply and the Almond Butter Market

28:00   Exploring the World of Nut Butters: From Origins to Organic

31:34   Insider's Favorite Butter, Cocoa, and Collaborations Revealed!

35:12   Ultimate Dream Dinner Party with Peanut Butter Infused Dishes

39:25   Ultimate Dinner Party Menu Revealed with Special Guest and Almond Butter Recommendation

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