Eric Mittenthal

Eric Mittenthal, the Vice President of Public Affairs at the North American Meat Institute and President of the National Hot Dog & Sausage Council, shares his passion for hot dogs. He explains the intricate process of hot dog production, likening it to baking a cake. The conversation humorously debates whether ketchup belongs on a hot dog and tackles the differences between meat and plant-based alternatives. Mittenthal offers insights into the future of meat consumption, emphasizing moderation and the rise of lab-grown options.