Tune in: The FEED powered by Loblaw

Every product on our shelves has a story. The FEED powered by Loblaw is a podcast bringing those stories to life.

The FEED features conversations with innovators, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders who are shaping the future of retail in Canada to better serve our customers. Hosted by retail expert Michael LeBlanc, the series explores big ideas and everyday inspiration: from scaling innovative Canadian products to reinventing sourcing, sustainability, and the evolving retail landscape.

At its core, The FEED is about people. Founders, partners, and leaders share honest insights into how brands grow, how partnerships succeed, and how we work together to advocate for Canadians on issues that matter to them.

Here are five episodes to start with and the moments worth jumping to.

Episode 2: How Twigz Pretzels Became a Canadian Sensation(Open in a new tab) Mark Brandt, Co-Founder, Twigz Pretzels Jump to 10:45: Loblaw partnership and getting on shelf Mark shares what it was like to launch as a small supplier, how Loblaw supported the journey, and why strong partnership matters when you are building a Canadian brand.

Episode 3: Reinventing Canadian Retail Sourcing(Open in a new tab) Danni Peirce, Chief Sourcing Officer, Loblaw Jump to 22:30: How AI helps teams work smarter Danni explains how technology is improving planning and strengthening collaboration with suppliers, helping teams get the right products to stores more efficiently.

Episode 6: Tapped In with Chad Jakeman(Open in a new tab) CEO, Jakeman’s Maple Products Jump to 9:25: Why maple seasons are getting harder to predict Chad explains the weather pattern maple trees need and how recent seasons have become more unpredictable across Ontario.

Episode 8: The Business of Better Milk(Open in a new tab) John and Marie Miller, Owners, Miller’s Dairy Jump to 4:14: What makes Jersey milk different John and Marie explain why they use Jersey cows, how higher butterfat and protein create a richer taste, and why that choice also results in a lower carbon footprint per litre.

Episode 9: The Real Risks and Real Optimism Facing Canada in 2026(Open in a new tab) Benjamin Tal, Deputy Chief Economist, CIBC Jump to 5:24: The real drivers of food inflation A clear-eyed look at what’s pushing grocery costs higher, from global trade and political uncertainty to commodity pressures and supplier costs, and why affordability is more complex than it may seem.

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