Join Jason Cartalian and Michael Keller, co-hosts of the Vegan Hacks podcast, as they dive into the dramatic fall of plant-based giants Beyond Meat and Impossible Burger. They discuss the evolution of veggie burgers and how consumer tastes are shifting. The duo discusses contrasting marketing strategies, highlighting Beyond Meat's health angle and celebrity endorsements against Impossible Foods' meat-centric approach. They also explore the companies' financial struggles, potential partnerships, and the cultural rise of veganism, offering a peek into the future of meatless alternatives.
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Taste Test
Mike Keller notes that Impossible Burger's taste is generally preferred.
Jason Cartaglia agrees, adding that Impossible Burger's rollout felt more polished than Beyond Meat's.
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Beyond Nuggets
Impossible Foods' chicken nuggets are highly regarded, even by meat-eaters.
Beyond Meat's other products, while varied, haven't achieved the same level of success.
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Lab-Grown vs. Plant-Based
Plant-based meats like Beyond and Impossible are distinct from lab-grown meat.
Lab-grown meat faces scaling challenges and regulatory hurdles in some regions.
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