Limpert Tech on iHeartRadio 11/19/22 - Kudo CEO Ryan Lewis and NBA legend “Downtown” Fred Brown on Snacking Products

Kudo CEO Ryan Lewis and NBA legend “Downtown” Fred Brown join Rick to discuss KUDO’s protein-powered snacks and nutritional gummies. Kudo products are non-GMO, gluten-free and created to help health-conscious consumers snack (and supplement) without guilt.

Have a listen:

Kudo, The Good Conscience Snack Co., entered the functional foods market in 2022 with a product line that features 100 percent whole grain kettle-popped protein popcorn, protein “krisps” and nutritional gummies.

Functional foods are whole, fortified, enriched or enhanced foods that provide health benefits beyond the provision of essential nutrients (e.g., vitamins and minerals). It’s an industry that was valued at $189 billion globally in 2021 and is projected to reach $285 billion in 2030, according to research by Spherical Insights & Consulting.

Founder and CEO Ryan Lewis created Kudo to address a gap he found in the snacking marketplace.

“Healthy snacking always seemed like a never-ending obstacle. There just didn’t seem to be any good options that were healthy, convenient and great tasting,” Lewis said.

He had already launched two successful start-ups in the supplement and food industry before landing on the idea of infusing a perennially favorite snack — popcorn — with protein.

“I’ve never been more excited about a line of products,” Lewis said. “These products taste good. Without that, all the nutrients in the world won’t sell a product.”

NBA legend Fred Brown joined the Kudo team as a board member and adviser after meeting with Lewis and learning about his product.

“This company has a product offering that first and foremost tastes great, but secondly, each product has its own unique disruptive advantage, from boosting protein, to being sugar free, to promoting relaxation and sleep,” Brown said.

Ryan Lewis is a former collegiate athlete and entrepreneur with more than 20 years of experience in the supplement and food industry. He started two companies that have combined revenues of over $350 million. He is a two-time President’s Award recipient for a billion dollar company and has been recognized as the co-founder of a Top 100 direct sales company during four consecutive years by Business for Home. He also holds a Master’s in Business Administration and has experience opening in more than 25 global markets, including South Korea, Japan, Hong Kong, Canada and Mainland China.

Fred Brown retired from the Bank of America (formerly Seafirst Bank) after 15 years of service. As a Senior Vice President with the bank, Brown managed a team in the Northwest Small Business Banking Group. He served as a member of the bank’s Leadership Team in Washington, as well as the bank’s national committee for diversity. Prior to joining Bank of America, he was Vice President of Marketing for the 1990 Goodwill Games. A color commentator for Channel 13 in Seattle for Pac-10 basketball, Brown played with the NBA’s Seattle Supersonics from 1971-1984. Brown was the first player taken by the Sonics in the 1971 NBA draft and was the sixth player taken overall.

For more information, please visit www.kudosnacks.com.

Limpert Tech "SullyCast" on ALT 105.7 and iHeartRadio - 5/18/19 - New High Tech Food and Drink

Rick is always on the lookout for the latest in food and drinks..

Technology now comes into play with what we put into our body. As summer approaches, here are some new offerings to consider.

Have a listen to Rick and Sully

1. Hope & Sesame, the world’s first plant-based line of organic sesamemilk in chocolate, vanilla, original, unsweetened original and chocolate hazelnut (think drinkable Nutella).
visit https://amzn.to/2UzMTuu for 20% off Hope & Sesame 1L 6-pack variety using the code SESAMELOVE

Key features include:

Eight grams of protein per serving
Delivers as much calcium as whole dairy milk, with less sugar, more vitamin D and no dairy allergens or lactose
·       Chocolate, vanilla, original and unsweetened original are vegan and free of dairy, soy, gluten and tree nut. Chocolate hazelnut is vegan and free of dairy, soy and gluten.

Features Sesamein, Hope & Sesame’s exclusive plant-based protein concentrate
SRP - $4.99 for a 1-liter carton

All products are Non-GMO Project Verified, kosher certified, bear the USDA organic seal and feature a simple ingredient list
Purchase on deliciousness.com or Amazon.com

Sesame seeds are more sustainable than other seeds and nuts because the crop can grow in moisture or heat-stressed environments. On average, sesame seeds take about 125 days from planting to harvest, while other sources of nondairy milk, like tree nuts, take years.
Sesame is also a natural source of vital minerals and amino acids and has many health benefits from normalizing blood pressure and balancing hormones to boosting liver function and reducing vulnerability to breast and colon cancer, among others.

Hope & Sesame took 24 months of research and development to create the ideal nutritional balance, consistency and taste. We would welcome sending you some sesamemilks to try. If appropriate, we’d also welcome going a giveaway or discount for your readers.
 

2. Handfull's Crunch Bites

Whole Roasted Almonds Wrapped in a Potato Chip for a Satisfying Crunch. Gluten-free, Non-GMO, Vegan... diff flavors
 


3.  Rowdy Bar

With less sugar, more natural sweeteners, gut-healthy ingredients and even paleo friendly, Rowdy Prebiotic Foods is sure to be your kids favorite go-to snack all summer long!

Rowdy Bar is leading the charge into the prebiotic marketplace with the first all natural energy bar featuring the gut-health superfood Yacon Root. Rowdy Bars are the prebiotic powerhouse full of Yucon Root, the alternative sweetener needed to create low-glycemic, high flavor bars! Each Rowdy Bar is crafted with 10 or fewer whole food ingredients and no artificial flavors.

These delicious bars are the perfect afternoon pick me up for the kids summer activities, busy weekends on the go or a simple, nutritious snack instead of chips or cookies. Rowdy Bars are available in decadent Chocolate Coconut Cashew, Peanutty Dark Chocolate, Sunflower Butter N’ Berries and their latest addition, the Blueberry Almond Tart! Opt for smart, on-the-go nutrition to keep your day moving smoothly and junk food off their minds.

Rowdy Bar Benefits:
• Loaded with beneficial prebiotics from the Yacon Root
• Crafted with 10 or fewer whole food ingredients per bar
• Low Glycemic
• No artificial flavors
• Paleo-friendly
• Non-GMO
• Gluten-, Soy-, and Dairy-Free

Start off Summer 2019 strong with snacks the whole family will crave all year long with Rowdy Prebiotic Foods. To learn more, visit www.rowdyprebiotics.com, or pick some up online and at independent grocery stores, gyms, and health centers nationwide.
 

4.  National Mimosa Day  -  May 16

National Mimosa Day was Thursday.  You may have missed it, but it's never too late to enjoy a refreshing Mimosa.

Mimi’s and Korbel California Champagne have partnered so you can celebrate in style!
We are inviting you to toast to National Mimosa Day with us with a customized drink experience. If you’re interested, and we hope you are - we will send you a Mimosa Day celebration box with ingredients to create Mimi’s own delicious Guava Mango Mimosa at home! In exchange, we invite you to share your special concoction and the news of National Mimosa Day at Mimi’s with your lovely followers/audience!
 

5. Smart Kitchen Summit - This fall

https://www.smartkitchensummit.com/

Smart Kitchen Summit {SKS} on October 7-8, 2019 on the Seattle waterfront at Bell Harbor Convention Center. This is the leading foodtech event in North America that will convene decision makers across the food chain for two full days of talks, demos, networking, workshops, panel discussions and a global startup competition.
 

Limpert Tech "SullyCast" on Radio 105.7 and iHeartRadio - Hurricanes and High Tech Food

How healthy do you eat?

Rick steps up to the plate this week, with some healthy food and some app tips for following and preparing for the hurricane season...

Hurricane Harvey, Hurricane Irma.  It looks like a busy hurricane season

Rick has two apps here to make sure you are ready.... have a listen:

1. Hurricane by American Red Cross
 
This award-winning, free iOS and Android app not only tracks and forecasts the hurricanes, it also explains how to make and execute an emergency plan and how to use social media, text, or email to tell others you’re safe during and after a storm.

2. NOAA SuperRes Radar US by Shuksan Software

This iOS app is aimed at weather enthusiasts and boasts high resolution graphics four times more detailed than other apps as well as full text warnings from the National Weather Service.
Multiple map styles and different view options make this app a good one for serious trackers.
This third-party app is not an official platform of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration or the National Weather Service.
As with any app that relies on mapping software, these hurricane trackers should be used sparingly as maps can drain battery power quickly, which could be catastrophic in an emergency situation. Turn off when not in use.
In addition to SuperRes Level 2 radar, NOAA RadarUS+ offers access to 3 km hourly forecast radar and the following features:
- 3 and 6 day precipitation and pressure forecasts from NOAA weather models
- Temperature overlay
- Snow/mixed precipitation display (only on 1km base reflectivity radar layer)
- 7 day forecasts and current conditions -- just press and hold for a second on the radar map.
- Severe weather (flash flood, tornado, and severe thunderstorm) warnings. Tap on a warning box to display the full warning message from the National Weather Service. Note: these are *not* push alerts. The app must be open to view the warnings.
- Cloud cover and satellite imagery for the continental United States
- Advanced radar layers (echo tops, composite reflectivity, and storm total precipitation).
- Play, pause, and step animations
- Fast zoom in and zoom out
- Choice of radar palettes
 

Food you might want to have on hand for an event like a Hurricane....

1. EnergyBits

www.energybits.com

Throw away your energy drinks, gels, bars and supplements. ENERGYbits® are a more effective, nutritionally dense source of mental and physical energy that is all natural and causes no stomach distress. This plant-based fuel will supercharge your workouts, runs and athletic performance! ENERGY bits® increases endurance, mental alertness and energy are just a few of the many benefits you can expect when taking ENERGYbits® before work, work outs or have no time to cook. This high protein snack reduces hunger, cravings and the need for caffeine and is an eco-friendly, sustainable food crop. Feel the difference. Your brain and body will say thank you.  

 
2. Country Archer Meat Protein Bars

www.countryarcher.com

Meat based protein bars are the latest food trend and Country Archer makes brand new bars that are simply a cut above the rest. Perfect for game-time snacking. Country Archer’s Frontier bars are made to satisfy a healthy appetite. Packed with 20g of protein, these hand-crafted bars are made from grass fed beef, no hormone turkey and pork, NON-gmo, very low sugar, gluten free and soy free. Frontier bars come in three decadent flavors including Cayenne, Herb Citrus and Sweet bbq. Toss them in your bag or grab them on the go for a fresh, light and healthy snack.

3. Mio Energy Water Enhancers

www.makeitmio.com

Does not need refrigeration. See bottom for best by date. 1 squeeze (1/2 tsp) per 8 fl oz serving of water. Energy drinks you can take with you in your pocket.  Vitamins, electrolytes, etc

Make your MiO. Flip it. Unlock the flavor. Tip it. Each squeeze into water adds more flavor. Sip it. Your drink, your way. Click it twice to lock it tight
Contains 0g sugar.0% juice. 60mg caffeine/serving for energy
Each bottle makes 18 servings(8 ounce) - Available at your local supermarkets... Under $4
 

4. Instacart expands in Atlanta

www.instacart.com

Get all your favorite food delivered right to you door.  Majoe expansion in Metro Atlanta.
Instacart (www.Instacart.com), the fast-growing retail delivery service whose shoppers hand pick and deliver items from trusted local stores, announced today that it is expanding their service area in Atlanta to serve an additional 495K households beginning August 24, 2017.  Currently, Instacart covers over 1.1 million Atlanta-area households.
The expansion area will allow residents to shop from Publix, Whole Foods Market, Costco, Petco and CVS and have their groceries and everyday essentials delivered straight to their doorsteps in as little as one hour.
Instacart is excited to now be delivering to areas including:

Atlanta, Canton, Hapeville, Free Home, Allatoona, Atco, Emerson, Buffington, Avery, Woodstock, Southern Oaks, College Park, Mountain View, Braselton, Flowery Branch, Woodlake, Woodbridge, Chestnut Mountain, Oakwood, Hoschton, Sells, Conyers, Lake Capri, Zingara, Lakeview Estates, Stone Mountain, Pine Lake, Wilshire, Snellville, Centerville, Innsbrook West, Loganville, Youth, Windsor, Walnut Grove, Willow Wind, Lithonia, Redan, Swift Creek, Smoke Rise, Rockbridge, Mountain Park, Arbor Ridge, Austell, Mableton, Lithia Springs, Douglasville, Winston, Austell, Wesley Station, Smyrna, Anneewakee, Fairplay, Woods Valley, Fouts Mill, Doublegate, Bright Star, West Lake, McWhorter, Stewart Woods, Ridgeview Heights, Westwood Heights, Pineview, Walker Place, Kellogg, Ash, Villa Rica, Palmetto, Chattahoochee Hills, Fairburn, Union City, Campbellton, Slades Mill, Woodlands, Abide Awhile, West Forest, Panthersville, Snapfinger, Pointe Bleue, Willow Creek, Kings Row, Sheffield Woods, Woodstream, Hampton, Lovejoy, Jonesboro, Stockbridge, weybridge, McDonough, Whitehouse, Ola, Blacksville, Flippen, Forest Park, Morrow, Allendale Heights, Lake City, Ellenwood, Woodfield, Rex, Riverdale, Wexwood, Windhaven Plantation, Woodhaven Estates, Conley, Wishing Well Hills, Woodcrest, Fayetteville, Kenwood, Ashley Park, Westbridge, Winterthur Woods, Porters Ridge, Woolsey, Whitewater, Whipporwill Ridge, Wesley Park, Willow Bend, Irondale, Bonanza, Ansley Pointe, Newnan, East Newnan, Arnco Mills, West Newnan, Sargent, Wilsons Store, Woodsmoke, Yates, White Oak, Raymond, Peachtree City, Sharpsburg, Wood Valley Estates, Tyrone, West Road Acres, windermere Woods, Ashland Estates, Arbor West, Windy Hill Manor, Acworth, White Forest, Braswell, Dallas, Little Creek Farms, Westward Ho, Windmill Creek, Wilbanks Circle, Wood Valley, Westfork, Burnt Hickory Farms, Saddle Up Estates, Hartfield Acres, Arbor Walk, Winndale, Hartfield Estates, Hollyberry, Wildwood, Hiram, Powder Springs, Ashley Acres.

Limpert Tech "SullyCast" on Radio 105.7 and iHeartRadio - PGA Golf Show

Rick and Sully talk about Rick's week in Orlando at the PGA Merchandise Show..

Have a listen:

Built by The PGA of America, the Association’s most successful members and the industry’s foremost experts on the business of the game, the 2017 PGA Merchandise Show, the “Major of Golf Business,” is the ultimate resource for industry leaders, top manufacturers, PGA Professionals and golf organizations to drive forward business, participation and interest in golf.

64th PGA Merchandise Show:

More than 1,000 leading golf companies and brands within nearly 10 miles of Show aisles.
    One million square feet of interactive exhibit, product demonstration and industry presentation space.
    More than 40,000 influential PGA Professionals, manufacturing executives, VIP retailers, international industry leaders and top decision-makers.


 1. Outdoor Demo Day

PGA Show Outdoor Demo Day, Tuesday, Jan. 24: Open exclusively to PGA Professionals and invited retailers, the PGA Show Outdoor Demo Day features nearly 100 top golf companies within 200+ hitting bays, practice greens and the vendor village of the 42-acre Orange County National Golf Center. Additionally, PGA Show Outdoor Demo Day Instructional Workshops featuring leading PGA Professional teachers provide insight into becoming a world class teacher, instructor, and coach to today’s consumers (pre-registration required). The PGA Show Outdoor Demo Day is open to PGA Professionals and media
 


2.  Wilson Driver vs. Driver

Wilson's reality show where people designers drivers that aired on Golf Channel.
Eric Sillies, winner of Golf Channel's reality program where contestants built drivers was on hand to talk about the show and the fact that his driver will be put in play soon on the PGA Tour.
 

3. OnCore Golf Balls

Introducing a new "Tour Ball" called Elixr.  
New 30 second commercial spot to air during the Masters.
 

4. Golf Pride   -  new grips with an alignment strip "Align"
 

5. Geltees

Made from 100% pharmaceutical grade gelatin, GelTees are biodegrade within days of being left in the elements.
www.geltees.com

Rick and Sully are getting ready for the Super Bowl.
A book to be your guide for eating and cooking for the Big Game
 

Fangating™” (game day revelry) authority and celebrity cook Daina Falk of the Hungry Fan® (and daughter of famed sports agent David Falk of Michael Jordan fame). As author of the acclaimed "The Hungry Fan’s® Game Day Cookbook,” she has some incredibly tasty homegating and tailgating recipes and party ideas  your audience would love, with themes like these:

    Healthy Fangating Dishes Sure to Score (3 pictured right)
    Fast Fangating: 15-Minute Finger Foods (see 5 dish ideas below in yellow highlight)
    How to Warm ‘Em Up on a Winter Game Day
    Enviro-Friendly Fangating: How to Throw a Green Game Day Gathering
    No-Fuss Crock-Pot Fangating Favorites
    Game Day Gourmet: Elevated Fangating Fare for Discriminating Game Day Guests
    Insane Game Day Desserts for a Sweet Fangating Gathering
    Diet-Driven Fangating Fare: Tasty Gluten-Free Dishes that All Guests Will Enjoy

"The Hungry Fan’s® Game Day Cookbook” includes a whopping 165 Fangating™ recipes—including 40 that she collected from Olympians and professional athletes like LeBron James, Boomer Esiason, Michael Jordan and Andre Agassi!

Limpert Tech "SullyCast" on Radio 105.7 - New High Tech Food

Rick and Sully talk a little food this week for you and your dog.

Have a listen:

1.  Fresh Pet Dog Food

According to The Association for Pet Obesity Prevention, over 50% of dogs in the United States are overweight or obese, but by incorporating fresher, less processed foods into your pet’s diet, along with proper exercise, Freshpet and Dr. Katy Nelson believe we can overcome this life-threatening disease.

"Nothing is more important than exercise and a proper diet for you and your pet,” says vet, Dr. Katy Nelson.

“The more we can do to help motivate pet parents to spend quality time exercising with their pets benefits all of us. We hope everyone will join us in walking our way towards better health.”

Freshpet has a single-minded mission – to improve the lives of dogs and cats everywhere through the power of fresh, natural food.  Packed with vitamins and proteins, Freshpet foods offer fresh meats, poultry, and vegetables farmed locally. The Freshpet Kitchens then thoughtfully prepare these natural ingredients and everyday essentials, cooking them in small batches at lower temperatures to preserve key nutrients. That way, your pet gets the best. Freshpet refrigerated foods and treats are kept cool from the moment they are made until they arrive at Freshpet refrigerators in your local market.

Freshpet foods are available in select mass, grocery, natural food, club, and pet specialty retailers across the United States and Canada. From the care Freshpet takes to source their ingredients and make their food, to the moment it reaches your home, Freshpet’s integrity, transparency and social responsibility are the way they like to run their business.  To learn more, visit www.freshpet.com.
 

2.  BFree Foods’ delicious, NEW gluten-free wraps are now available at Publix stores throughout the SE. Here’s what makes BFree stand out from the competition:
·         High-quality, non-GMO ingredients
·         Allergen-friendly and vegan
·         Low-cal, high-fiber, low-fat
·         Excellent nutrition and taste
·         No wheat, dairy, eggs, nuts or soy
·         Won’t disintegrate, crack or crumble!
 

3.  Cool Foods - Vegi Bacon Bits and Dips

September 3 was International Bacon Day. Do you know there is a plant-based food company Cool Foods (www.coolfoods.net) – makers of the new Vegi Bacon Bits & Dips line made from protein-rich pinto bean pulses.

Based in Santa Monica, California, Cool Foods, a division of Cool Cups LLC, strives to produce the healthiest possible meat-free alternative products on the market today. The new brand  made its debut at Expo West with  their irresistibly tasty and nutritious Vegi Bacon Bits & Dips™. Please visit www.coolfoods.net for more information.
 

4.  Wholly Guacamole

Guac on Demand

Thru September 11, Atlanta residents will have the chance to enjoy guacamole on demand – that’s right, anytime, anywhere. You want guac, you got it!
HOW:              Just tweet @eatwholly using the hashtags #guacyourlunch and #livewhollytour for an opportunity to enjoy guacamole on demand, compliments of the makers of WHOLLY GUACAMOLE® products.
 
Benefits of avacado:
    Avocado is Incredibly Nutritious. ...
    They Contain More Potassium Than Bananas. ...
    Avocado is Loaded With Heart-Healthy Monounsaturated Fatty Acids. ...
    Avocados Are Loaded With Fiber. ...
    Eating Avocados Can Lower Cholesterol and Triglyceride Levels.

5.  Vegan Whole Turkey, Vegan Turkey Roll or Vegan Ham Roll from Vegetarian Plus

Vegetarian Plus, a division of longtime health food innovator Vege USA.

Vege USA’s Vegetarian Plus brand (www.vegetarian-plus.com) is committed to helping usher in a new era of artisanal vegan cuisine defined by delectable flavor, authentic texture, internationally-sourced ingredients and chef-created recipes. In addition to its delicious holiday-themed products, Vege USA manufactures a diverse array of gourmet vegan entrees running the gamut from Black Pepper Steak to Citrus Sparerib Cutlets to Vegan Orange Chicken. All Vegetarian Plus products are vegan, non GMO, and free of artificial ingredients and cholesterol.

Vegetarian Plus’ 4-lb Vegan Whole Turkey, plus a pound each of Vegan Gravy and Vegan Stuffing side dish, is an ideal centerpiece for any festive meal with flavor and texture that will tempt even the most ardent real turkey lovers. Made with natural ingredients and non-GMO soy, Vegan Whole Turkey only takes an hour to heat and – once ready – is amazingly moist, firm and easily-sliced.

Vegetarian Plus also serves up a mouth-watering 29.1 ounce Vegan Turkey Roll with vegan cranberry sauce that’s perfect for meals or sandwiches – another way to celebrate the holiday season in the healthiest, tastiest and most environmentally-friendly way possible.

Vegetarian Plus’ 43.2 ounce Vegan Ham Roll is another brand classic that’s authentic and flavorful enough to win over vegans, vegetarians and health-conscious mainstream consumers alike. Topped by a spiced plum and apricot glaze, this family-friendly entrée bakes in just an hour and is guaranteed to keep everyone at the table warm inside.