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Paul Russo and Nick Felice break down the week in sports, pop culture, and everything in between! New episodes drop every Thursday on your go-to podcast platform!
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Welcome to Fresh Takes on Tech, a podcast from the International Fresh Produce Association. At IFPA, Our trade association represents companies from every segment of the global fresh produce and floral supply chain. We advocate, connect and guide to enhance members’ prosperity. This is a show for people interested in the intersection between technology and the produce and floral industries. Each episode we explore the problems, solutions, people and ideas that are shaping the industry.
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A podcast discussing hip-hop and everything involving the culture.
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Podcast by Nick Bullington and Todd Oakland
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A quick yet powerful look at fresh perspectives, from business and HR leaders about the future of work. FRESH is an acronym Freedom, Resourcefulness, Empathy, Simplicity and Happiness. These values are core to operating in the future of work and each episode ties back to these values while exploring interesting stories and actionable ideas.
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Welcome to the Fresh Football Takes Podcast. Here on FFT, I dive head first into my obsession: FOOTBALL. I pick all the games week by week, and keep track of my record season long. I provide a few minutes of analysis on each game. Get ready to hear some fresh football takes!
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Explore the invisible threats in our food with Vonnie Estes and Wendalyn Jones, CEO of the Institute for the Advancement of Food and Nutrition Sciences. Delve into the world of microplastics, PFAS, and heavy metals, their presence in produce, and implications for health and agriculture. Wendlyn separates science from hype, discusses regulatory pers…
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The NBA takes center court on today's Fresh Takes. Nick Felice and Paul Russo discuss the latest in the playoffs as the Pacers take the first spot in the conference finals. The guys react to the draft lottery as the Mavericks locked in the first overall pick. Lastly, they make their picks for the PGA this weekend at Quail Hollow.…
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Explore the pivotal intersection of science, agriculture, and policy with Vonnie Estes and policy expert Rebeckah F. Adcock as they discuss the produce industry’s future. Delve into how science influences policy, technological advancements, and climate change impacts. Understand the challenges of agricultural labor and the importance of civic engag…
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The NBA Playoffs have hit a high gear in the second round. Nick Felice and Paul Russo discuss the crazy round so far as the Knicks look to follow the Pacers lead to taking two from the higher seed. The guys then talk about the Stanley Cup Playoffs with Game Sevens taking place out west. Lastly, the guy review Thunderbolts*, which they saw over the …
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It has been an interesting NBA Playoffs so far, but one thing that has caught the eye of many is the intensity amplified. Nick Felice and Paul Russo discuss the perceived increased physicality and chippiness. Next, the guys talk about the NFL Draft and the many storylines including a notable draft slide and prank phone calls. Lastly, the guys discu…
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The NFL Draft is this week. Nick Felice and Paul Russo talk about what to expect and whether Nick is excited for the Giants selection. The postseason is here for the NBA and NHL. Nick and Paul discuss the latest in the playoff pictures as the first rounds are being played. This weekend, the Seneca 7 takes its yearly lap around Seneca Lake. The guys…
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The transfer portal never seems to close. Nick Felice and Paul Russo discuss what became one of the biggest sports headlines from the weekend as Nico Iamaleava departed Tennessee after holding out from a spring practice. The guys react to the initial news and what to expect now that a whole new way the portal can operate opens. Next, the guys discu…
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The Florida Gators took home their third men's basketball championship this week. Nick Felice and Paul Russo recap the game against Houston and discuss all things related to the Final Four, including Duke's collapse and Houston's handling of the final moments on Monday. The guys discuss Nick's trip to Pittsburgh to watch his beloved Pirates but als…
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The first full weekend of the MLB season is in the books, and torpedo bats are the talking point. Nick Felice and Paul Russo recap the weekend and debate whether the bats really make a difference or not. The Final Four is set for March Madness, and the guys discuss what to look forward to this weekend, as the bracket has gone chalk for the semifina…
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2025 MLB Preview .::. Fresh Takes 3/26/25
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It is a favorite each year on Fresh Takes, the MLB season preview episode. Nick Felice and Paul Russo discuss all things for the upcoming baseball season. From what to expect in each division to who will come away with the World Series crown, they cover it. The guys also take a few minutes on March Madness with the Sweet 16 and Elite Eight this wee…
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Time to get those brackets busted, it is time for March Madness. Nick Felice and Paul Russo discuss the 2025 edition of the NCAA Tournament. They review which games have their attention and where those potential upsets could come from. They also discuss the latest from the first four games and whether teams deserve to be in the tournament.…
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March Madness is about to start, and tickets are being punched this week. Nick Felice and Paul Russo discuss what to look for in conference tournament week leading up to Selection Sunday. The guys debate who will go dancing and who will be left at the door. They also discuss whether the other postseason season tournaments will have the flair they h…
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Description: Vonnie Estes sits down with three innovators transforming how agriculture manages energy, water, and disease detection. Michael Salvador, co-founder and CEO of Mirai Solar, discusses how photovoltaic shading systems generate clean energy while protecting crops from excessive sunlight. Sarah Placella, founder and CEO of Root Applied Sci…
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There was no exact plan for Fresh Takes, but it wasn't for long. Nick Felice and Paul Russo discussed the opening season of TGL. The guys talked about the latest from the NFL as they enter a new year and how the NBA is shaping up with 20 games to go. Lastly, Nick pays tribute to Kingda Ka, once the world's tallest roller coaster.…
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Description: Vonnie Estes explores how data, financing, and AI-driven solutions are transforming the fresh produce industry with insights from three pioneering companies. David Kat of Neolithics discusses how hyperspectral imaging is enabling non-destructive analysis of fruits and vegetables, reducing food waste, and improving quality control. Pat …
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With the 4 Nations in the rearview mirror, the NHL has the headlines once again. Nick Felice and Paul Russo discuss Capitals' legend Alex Ovechkin nearing Wayne Gretzky's all-time career goals tally. Meanwhile, a couple of veterans in the MLB and NFL are potentially on the move. The guys talk about whether Matthew Stafford departs the Rams via trad…
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Description: In this episode, Vonnie Estes explores innovations in extending produce shelf life with leaders from three pioneering companies. Rodrigo Cifuentes and Bradford Warner from AgroFresh discuss their SmartFresh and FreshCloud technologies, which use sensing and digital solutions to maintain quality and reduce waste. Agustin Büchert from Cl…
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The first weekend of 2025 without football didn't leave much to not be discussed. Nick Felice and Paul Russo talk about the 4 Nations Face-Off as it has gripped much of the talking points across sports. At the same time, the NBA had another clunker of an All-Star Weekend, the guy discuss if anything can save the NBA from a similar fate the NFL had …
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Description: Vonnie Estes welcomes Nathan Dorn, VP of Business Development for Farm-ng, and Alex Gutierrez, Founder of L5 Robotics, to explore the transformative role of robotics in agriculture. Nathan discusses Farm-ng’s development of small electric robotic tractors that support farming tasks such as data collection, weeding, and harvesting, whil…
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No three-peat in the NFL, as the Eagles defeated the Chiefs in the Super Bowl. Nick Felice and Paul Russo recap the game and what were the key differences in a game that ultimately wasn't all that close. With no football now, the guys shift focus to baseball and NASCAR as the sports descend upon Florida and Arizona to get their season underway.…
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Description: This episode features two innovative companies addressing critical agricultural challenges. Stephanie Gamez, Director of R&D at AgraGene, introduces their gene-editing technology designed to combat Drosophila suzukii, an invasive pest devastating small fruit crops. Using sterile insect techniques, AgraGene offers growers an environment…
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It is Super Bowl week which means it is the podcast all about the big game. Nick Felice and Paul Russo look at the championship game for the NFL and discuss what to expect, who will be the x-factors, and some of the best and most unique bets to make. The guys then make their predictions for the game and who will win. Before the podcast wraps up, Ni…
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How can the fresh produce industry reduce its environmental footprint through innovative packaging? Jenny Panziera, VP of Operations at Taylor Farms, joins the show to discuss how Taylor Farms is leading the way in redefining sustainable packaging with plant-based solutions. Jenny shares insights into how the company balances operational efficiency…
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The Chiefs made it through the AFC again, and the Eagles make another appearance in the Super Bowl. Nick Felice and Paul Russo recap Conference Championship games in the NFL as Kansas City and Philadelphia will meet next week in the Super Bowl. The guys also do a whip around of other sports during a slower week in the sports world.…
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The Washington Commanders surprised the NFL and joined the Chiefs, Bills, and Eagles in Conference Championship Sunday. Nick Felice and Paul Russo recap the Divisional Round and look ahead to this weekend with the Super Bowl waiting in the wings for two teams. Next, the guys discuss the latest in the hoops world as the NBA races to the trade deadli…
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The football gods blessed fans this year craving for the good old days. Nick Felice and Paul Russo recap Wild Card Weekend in the NFL that saw the Commanders win a playoff game for the first time in 20 years, the Bills roll the Broncos, and leave many people wondering if there will be any magic in the Divisional Round. The College Football Playoff …
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Playoff football is now in full effect nationwide, as the NFL heads to Wild Card Weekend. Nick Felice and Paul Russo preview the weekend ahead to see who will head to the Divisional Round. The guys turn to college football as Thursday's College Football Playoff Semifinal begins. They preview those games as well and make their picks for the week.…
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The College Football Playoff quarterfinal round saw upsets in all four games, as the lower seeds took down the top four seeds in the playoff. Nick Felice and Paul Russo discuss the rust vs. rest debate and what these games showed for future teams in the playoff. The guys then talk about the NFL where they enter the final week of the regular season …
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It has been a busy week with football nearly every day. Nick Felice and Paul Russo discuss the NFL from Week 16 and into Week 17 with the NFL on Christmas. The guys talk whether it was a success and if we will see more of it in the future. In the college football world, the first round of the College Football Playoff left much to be desired, but th…
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The newest form of the College Football Playoff gets underway this weekend. Nick Felice and Paul Russo preview the games that will set the quarterfinals. The guys discuss Week 15 in the NFL which saw the Bills continue their offensive onslaught and the Falcons making a tough decision about what to do at quarterback. Nick and Paul make their picks a…
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Football news never takes a break, even during a silent week. Bill Belichick is heading to the college ranks as the new head coach for UNC. Nick Felice and Paul Russo break down that news and the College Football Playoff that saw chaos erupt on Saturday and Sunday. They next focus on the NFL as the Bills fell to the Rams, the Chiefs snuck out anoth…
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Snow Football and the CFP Debate .::. Fresh Takes 12/4/24
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Thanksgiving weekend gave plenty to talk about in the football world. Nick Felice and Paul Russo recap the NFL in Week 13 saw a second snow game of the season and a restart of discussion on quarterback safety. Next, the guys move on to college football where Syracuse flipped the College Football Playoff discussion. The guys make their picks for the…
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Nick Felice and Paul Russo give thanks a day early this week on Fresh Takes. The guys dive into Week 12 of the NFL recapping all the action from around the league. Next, they visit college football as the playoff picture got thrown for an even crazier loop following several upsets. Finally, they make their picks for the week and discuss what they'l…
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The Bills did it, they ended the Chiefs' undefeated run in 2024. Nick Felice and Paul Russo recap the game and the rest of the NFL from Week 11. They guys make their picks for Week 12 which has six teams on the bye. The guys focus on college football next that saw a shake-up in the rankings with Tennessee losing to Georgia. Lastly, Nick and Paul ta…
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The NFL didn't disappoint once again in Week Ten. Nick Felice and Paul Russo recap the weekend that saw more nonsense in Dallas and a nice table setting for a huge AFC game this weekend. The guys make their picks and head to college football where the SEC continues to shake up the CFP landscape. Nick and Paul wrap up the podcast discussing what is …
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Locked in the middle on 55 straight days of football, Fresh Takes must ask, are we the midweek MACtion? Nick Felice and Paul Russo dive into another week of football news from the NFL and college football worlds. They make their picks for the weekend and highlight some important games to tune in to as the College Football Playoff had its first rank…
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When the Hail Mary was thrown in Washington on Sunday, it may have already cemented the early legacy of Jayden Daniels. Nick Felice and Paul Russo recap the crazy play and what was an exciting weekend for the NFL. In college football, it ended up being not as bloody a weekend as it could have been with a relatively quiet weekend ahead. Lastly, the …
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It has been an unusually active trade market in the NFL. Nick Felice and Paul Russo discuss the latest from the league as well as recapping Week Seven and prepare for Week Eight. The guys then turn their focus to the college football scene with Alabama taking another loss and a major slate of games await in Week Nine. Lastly the guys talk the NBA a…
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The biggest news of the football weekend may have been the Oregon Ducks securing a big win over the Ohio State Buckeyes. Of course, the NFL said otherwise. Nick Felice and Paul Russo discuss the headlines from Saturday and Sunday. The guys recap their picks from the weekend and lock in their selections for the upcoming football slate. Big Brother 2…
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Robert Saleh became the first coach fired in the 2024 NFL season. Nick Felice and Paul Russo talk about the circus of the Jets so far and other headlines from Week Five. The guys make their picks for Week Six. It is a big week of college football with the Red River Rivalry and Ohio State heading to Oregon, the guys preview the games and make their …
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The NFL through the first four weeks is a mix of good and bad. Nick Felice and Paul Russo discuss the week for games and make their picks for Week Five. The guys then move to college football and saw an early game-of-the-year candidate in Georgia and Alabama. In addition to football, hockey is starting, and the MLB enters the postseason.…
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Monday night was the Jayden Daniels show for the NFL. Nick Felice and Paul Russo discuss the Commanders QB and the other major headlines from the NFL in week three. They recap their picks and make their selections for week four. The guys talk about the weekend that was in college football and make their picks for the week.…
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Nick Felice and Paul Russo have plenty to get to in Fresh Takes. In the NFL, the Ravens dropped their game and now questions must be asked. The guys discuss the potential issues in Baltimore and other teams across the league. In the college football landscape, Florida State is struggling. Nick and Paul discuss how much longer Mike Norvell may have …
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It wasn't a perfect week in the NFL, but week one is in the books. Nick Felice and Paul Russo recap an interesting week in the NFL. They make their picks for week two and see some big early-season matchups for some teams. Next, they focus on college football and the upset headlined week two of the season. The guys wrap up the podcast discussing NAS…
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2024 Football Preview .::. Fresh Takes 9/4/24
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A classic episode of Fresh Takes returns for the 2024 football season. Nick Felice and Paul Russo get you ready on the eve of the NFL season. The guys break down all of the major offseason headlines, the things to look forward to in the season and predict the Super Bowl champion. The guys also discuss the latest in college football with week one in…
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College Football is back this weekend. Nick Felice and Paul Russo begin the classic preview season for the sport. They offer their thoughts on the 12-team playoff and make their picks for the first games on the schedule. The guys then shift their focus to the Little League World Series. Lastly, Paul has been on the road the past couple weekends, he…
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The Olympics are on the final stretch. Nick Felice and Paul Russo discuss the latest from Paris including Team USA's chances in basketball and the insane run of Simone Biles and Katie Ledecky. Next, the guys turn their focus to the MLB. The guys talk about where teams stand post-trade deadline. They also talk about the woeful White Sox who stared d…
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Nick Felice and Paul Russo enter the dog days of summer on Fresh Takes. The Olympics are back and are underway. The guys talk about the games and what they hope to see from the United States. A summer staple has also started, as Big Brother started last week. Nick and Paul give their thoughts on the season and what they hope to see in season 26.…
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How can we significantly reduce food waste and improve the shelf life of produce? Jenny Du, Co-Founder & VP of Operations at Apeel Sciences, joins the show to discuss how Apeel's innovative product slows the rate at which produce spoils. By maintaining moisture and reducing oxidation, Apeel enhances the plant’s natural protective abilities. You'll …
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Back in the studio after the holiday week, Nick Felice and Paul Russo have plenty to get to on Fresh Takes. The guys tackle NBA and NHL free agency as the leagues begin a new year. Next, they move on to the world of baseball, as the summer heats up, new storylines are developing around the league with the All Star Game looming.…
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