{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Episode 146: The Versatility of Vanilla with Nielsen-Massey CEO Jonathan Thompson","description":"On this episode, Ragnar speaks with Jonathan Thompson, the CEO of Nielsen-Massey Vanillas, a global leader in crafting the finest pure vanilla extracts for nearly 120 years. Since taking the helm in 2020, Jonathan has spearheaded a major business transformation, leveraging his extensive leadership background at top consumer packaged goods companies like Mars and Danone to lead Nielsen-Massey to its strongest financial position in history. Under his guidance, the family-owned company remains dedicated to its &quot;no compromise&quot; approach to quality, utilizing a meticulous cold extraction process. Tune in to explore the history of vanilla, its complex production challenges and learn about the future of the world\u2019s favorite flavor. World on a Plate is supported by Nestl\u00e9 Professional and Electrolux Food Foundation. ","author_name":"Worldchefs Podcast: World on a Plate","author_url":"https:\/\/latest.worldchefs.org\/podcasts\/","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/41647930\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/item\/41647930"}