Afleveringen
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What do chefs think of cultivated meat?
In this episode of The Magic Hour, we’re joined by foodservice experts Matthew Maslak and Peter Wright. Matthew, the Operations Manager of Borthwick Foods, and Peter, the founder and Managing Director of Global Hospitality Group, who bring a wealth of experience and insights from their extensive careers in the food industry - from designing innovative menus to organising the catering for the Olympics and Commonwealth Games.
Tune in to hear their firsthand experiences with trying Magic Valley’s cultivated meat, their opinions on the potential of the cultivated meat industry and the future of dining!
Some of the questions we discuss include:
🍽️ How important is menu innovation in the foodservice industry? And how does it influence the way we eat at home?
🥩 As chefs with extensive culinary backgrounds, what was it like tasting cultivated meat for the first time? How did it compare to traditional meat in terms of flavour, texture, and overall experience?
⭐ What are the most exciting aspects of the potential to incorporate cultivated meat into foodservice menus?
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What exactly qualifies as "good branding"? How should startups navigate branding challenges? How can you tell a compelling story through branding, and what role does it play in building your business?
All these questions and more are answered in this episode of The Magic Hour as we dive deep into the world of branding with special guest Zora Artis, CEO of Artis Advisory. Tune in for actionable insights that will transform your approach to branding!
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In this episode of The Magic Hour, we’re exploring the theme of finding innovative approaches and practical strategies to transition our world towards a more sustainable and compassionate future, and we’re joined by Krystal Camilleri - the Founder and Executive Director at Farm Farm Transitions Australia. Farm Transitions Australia is a charity dedicated to assisting Australian beef and dairy farmers in the process of transitioning from farming to a business they are passionate about, focusing on building a better future for themselves and their families, financial viability, improved mental well-being, and joining a shared vision of a future food system that benefits people, animals, and the planet. Tune in to hear us discuss Krystal’s story with Farm Transitions Australia and the importance of their work!
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Did you know that New Zealand is the world’s largest exporter of dairy proteins? In this episode of The Magic Hour, we chat with Irina Miller, the founder of Daisy Lab - a New Zealand based startup using precision fermentation technology to produce dairy-identical proteins without harming animals or the environment. Tune in to hear more about Irina’s story, and how she went from working in the dairy industry herself to becoming an entrepreneur with the vision of transforming the way we make dairy, driven by her passion for animals and nature.
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Welcome to Season 2 of The Magic Hour! In Episode 1 we kick off the season with a very special guest - Magic Valley Advisor Andrew Morello, an entrepreneur, investor, author, and the winner of the first Australian Apprentice. We discuss Morello's own entrepreneurial journey, his valuable advice for succeeding in both business and life balance, and the significance of entrepreneurial skills in solving the problems of the future - plus what he thinks of Magic Valley's cultivated pork dumplings!
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In this episode of The Magic Hour we're joined by Allen Zelden - passionate entrepreneur and advocate for the plant-based food sector. We chat with Allen about the motivations and passions that drive his commitment to accelerating the growth of the plant-based protein space, the importance of bringing attention to more responsible, ethical, and environmentally friendly choices, and the challenges faced by the industry.
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In this episode of The Magic Hour, we're joined by Sonalie Figueiras, founder of Green Queen, an award-winning impact media platform. We chat with Sonalie about her story, where her passion for sustainability and climate tech began, and how it led her to become an entrepreneur, media expert, and trend forecaster in the sustainability space. Tune in to hear Sonalie's insights into influencing social and environmental change as well as the growth of misinformation and how we can combat it.
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In this episode of The Magic Hour, we chat with Steve Molino from Clear Current Capital about all things venture capital, impact investing, and sustainable food innovation. We discuss the future of the alternative protein space from an investment perspective, the role of venture capital in driving sustainable advancements in the food industry, and advice for entrepreneurs and start-ups looking to make a difference in the space.
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In this episode of The Magic Hour, we chat with Animal Justice Party MP Georgie Purcell about her personal journey to veganism in rural Australia, her involvement in activism, and what inspired her to pursue a career in politics. Georgie is the youngest woman in the Victorian parliament and a passionate advocate for the protection of animals. Tune in to hear more about her mission to represent young people in parliament and advance animal protection at a legislative level – as well as the reasons she supports the cultivated meat movement and why she chose to try cultivated meat at one of our tastings!
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In this episode, we chat with Paul Shapiro, a dedicated vegan, passionate and well-known animal welfare advocate, and a successful entrepreneur and author. Join us for a conversation that spans ethics, entrepreneurship, and the ever-evolving landscape of ethical meat alternatives.
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In this episode, our Founder & CEO, Paul Bevan, and our Marketing and Communications Coordinator, Ella Jenkins, chat about Magic Valley's unique and transparent approach to marketing, the thought process behind our strategy, and how it ties into our core values and mission as a company.
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In this episode of The Magic Hour we welcomed Magic Valley advisor and Jellatech founder Stephanie Michelson on for an episode to hear about her experience as an entrepreneur in the CellAg space. Stephanie has a unique perspective on the industry as both a biotech expert and an entrepreneurial mind herself.
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Join Paul, Andrew and Jacob as they delve into some recent major developments in the cultivated meat industry. They chat about the groundbreaking approval of cultivated meat for sale in the USA, examining its implications for the future of food production, regulation in other countries, and consumer choices. They also unpack the insights and findings from the recent report by GFI APAC on industry trends in cell line development and utilisation.
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On this week’s episode of the Magic Hour, we were joined by Samuel Wines from the team at Co-Labs! In this collaborative episode between The Magic Hour Podcast and Co-Labs Conversations, Paul, Andrew, and Sam chat about the story behind Magic Valley and its people - one of several startups working at Co-Labs' shared lab space in Brunswick. They cover activism, innovation in Australian labs, current hurdles to the cultivated meat industry, the role of collaboration in the industry, and much more.
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In this episode of The Magic Hour, Mollie McKenzie shares her journey to joining Magic Valley as a Research Assistant. A long-time vegan and a vegetarian since 5, Mollie is driven by a care for animal welfare and the environment. Her motivation to use her scientific skills in a meaningful way led her to pursue a career in the alternative protein field. Tune in to hear Paul, Andrew, and Mollie chat about her unique role in the team and her passion for what she does.
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In this episode, Andrew and Paul chat with Vijay - Magic Valley's Senior Bioprocess Engineer. Hear from Vijay about what drew him to bioengineering in the first place, and eventually to the cultivated meat industry. Vijay also talks about the future of Magic Valley and the scaling process for the cultivated meat industry.
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In this episode, Paul and Andrew chat about the significance of the tastings and the attention they garnered from the media and state parliament. Hear their thoughts on feedback from guests, future tastings and plans, and the role of media coverage and government involvement in promoting the growth of the cultivated meat industry.
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In this episode, we chat with Jacob Goodwin - Head of Innovation at Magic Valley - who played a key role in bringing our cultivated lamb prototype to life, all the way from culturing the cells up to cooking up cultivated lamb ravioli. We discuss Jacob's background and interest in the cultivated meat industry, the recent tasting event, and the role of innovation in developing high-quality and ethical cultivated meat products.
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It's been an exciting time at Magic Valley! In this episode, we speak with Wendy Chua, our Senior Research Assistant, about the recent tasting event for our cultivated pork. Wendy played a unique role in our tasting - not only is she a talented scientist, but she's also a talented and passionate cook. Wendy and Andrew chat about the process of preparing food for the event, all the way from Wendy's work in the lab to her work cooking up the dumplings in the kitchen. They chat about the process, feedback, and all the culinary possibilities for cultivated meat. Tune in to hear about Wendy's vision for the future of cultivated meat and the role that she and Magic Valley will play in shaping it!
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In this episode, Paul dials in via Zoom from Silicon Valley to speak about Magic Valley's involvement in the SVG Ventures/THRIVE APAC Accelerator. During an especially topical time in Silicon Valley, we chat about the workings of venture capital, demystify some investment jargon, and talk about the future of the cultivated meat industry and wider agri-food biotech space.
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