Supplement Source Podcast
Episodes
50 episodes
Choline on the Global Stage: From Nutrition Science to Codex Policy
Choline is an essential nutrient with important roles across the lifespan—but many people around the world still aren’t getting enough. Now, choline is gaining greater attention on the international nutrition policy stage.In this episode...
Every Methyl Counts: Folate, Choline and the Science of Methylation
What if the nutrients we consume can influence not our genetic code itself, but how our bodies read and use it?In this episode of Supplement Source, host Jeff Ventura explores the emerging science of epigenetics, methylation ...
Trailblazing Science: Dr. Isabelle Raymond on Curiosity, Menopause Research and Raising the Bar
In this episode of Supplement Source, CRN’s Jeff Ventura sits down with Dr. Isabelle Raymond, Senior Vice President of Global Medical and Clinical Affairs at Nutrafol and a nominee for CRN’s Annette Dickinson Trailblazer Award. <...
Attitude with Gratitude: Trailblazer Nominee Vic Rathi on a Lifetime of Innovation
In this episode of Supplement Source, CRN’s Jeff Ventura sits down with Vic Rathi, founder and CEO of Specialty Enzymes & Probiotics and a finalist for CRN’s Annette Dickinson Trailblazer Award.Rathi reflects on more than fo...
Influence With Integrity: Building Trust in Supplement Marketing
Influencers increasingly shape how consumers discover and evaluate health, wellness and dietary supplement products. But with that influence comes responsibility.In this episode of Supplement Source, CRN’s Jeff Ventura talks wit...
Trailblazer Spotlight: Andrew Shao
In this special episode of Supplement Source, host Jeff Ventura sits down with Andrew Shao of Niagen Bioscience, a nominee for the 2026 Annette Dickinson Trailblazer Award, to reflect on a career spent at the intersection of science, policy and...
Vitamin K2 and Heart Health: What the VITAK-CAC Trial Tells Us
In this episode of Supplement Source, CRN’s Jeff Ventura speaks with Dr. Leon Schurgers, professor of biochemistry of vascular calcification at Maastricht University, about new research examining vitamin K2 and cardiovascular health.&n...
No Shortcuts: Tony Lukas on Supplement Safety, Compliance and Consumer Trust
What does it really take to deliver safe, high-quality dietary supplements—and protect consumer trust along the way? In this episode of Supplement Source, CRN’s Jeff Ventura sits down with Tony Lukas, Director of Food Safety and Dieta...
Harnessing the Power of Nutrition Influencers
Consumers are more interested in nutrition and wellness than ever—but they need trusted experts to help separate fact from fiction. In this episode of Supplement Source, CRN's Jeff Ventura sits down with Stephen McCauley, president and founder ...
Dr. Michael Murray on the Future of Natural Medicine, Peptides, and Healthy Longevity
What does the future of natural medicine look like? According to renowned naturopathic physician, author, and iHerb Chief Science Advisor Dr. Michael Murray, we're only beginning to unlock nature's potential.In this episode of Supple...
Cultivating Sustainability: Verdure Sciences’ Fifth Annual Sustainability Report
What does sustainability look like when it goes beyond buzzwords and becomes a long-term commitment to people, communities, and the environment?In this episode of Supplement Source, Jeff Ventura sits down with Ajay Patel, Founde...
Anchored in Evidence: A Trailblazer's Journey with Deshanie Rai
In this episode of Supplement Source, host Jeff Ventura sits down with Deshanie Rai, newly appointed Head of Global Regulatory Affairs and Quality Assurance at Kemin Industries, and 2025 recipient of the CRN Radicle Science Annette Dickin...
Supplements With Purpose: How Industry Leaders Are Expanding Nutrition Access Through the CRN Foundation Access Initiative
What happens when supplement manufacturers, charitable clinics, and healthcare logistics experts join forces to tackle nutrition inequity in America?In this episode of Supplement Source, CRN’s Jeff Ventura sits down with leaders...
From NIH to Pennington: Dr. Stefan Pasiakos on Supplement Science
In this episode of Supplement Source, Jeff Ventura sits down with Dr. Stefan Pasiakos, a leading researcher now at the Pennington Biomedical Research Center and former NIH scientist, for a candid conversation about the science—and real...
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Integrating Supplements, Nutrition, and Care: A New Era for Whole-Person Health
In this episode of Supplement Source, Jeff Ventura sits down with Dr. Michelle Simon, President and CEO of the Institute for Natural Medicine, to explore the growing momentum behind whole-person health—and what it will take to bring it...
From Pharma to Prevention: Rethinking Health with Dr. Joe Pizzorno
In this episode of Supplement Source, Jeff Ventura speaks with Dr. Joe Pizzorno, President of Bastyr University and a pioneer in naturopathic medicine.They discuss his journey from pharmaceutical research to natural medicine, th...
The Race to Quality: AI, Longevity, and the Future of Supplements
In this episode of Supplement Source, CRN Vice President of Communications Jeff Ventura sits down with Doug Lynch, CEO of MarketWell Nutrition, for a wide-ranging conversation about the forces reshaping the dietary supplement industry.Th...
Inside the China Market: Tariffs, E-Commerce, and the Real Cost of Entry
China’s supplement market offers enormous opportunity—but getting there isn’t simple.Jeff Ventura sits down with Jeff Crowther to break down what companies need to know about selling dietary supplements in China today. From the unpredict...
Quality That Counts: Building Consumer Trust in Supplements Through Better Science
In this episode of The Supplement Source, host Jeff Ventura is joined by Lindsay Cole, Business Development & Marketing Manager for North America, and Eric Ciappio, Senior Manager of Nutrition Science at Balchem, to unpack one of t...
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A Dose of Sunshine: What the Dietary Supplement Listing Act of 2026 Really Means
In our first episode of 2026, Supplement Source kicks off the year with major policy news for the dietary supplement industry.CRN President and CEO Steve Mister joins host Jeff Ventura to break down Senator Dick Durbin’s reintro...
Longevity and the Microbiome: A Conversation with Dr. Mahmoud Ghannoum
In this episode of Supplement Source, CRN’s Jeff Ventura sits down with Dr. Mahmoud Ghannoum — microbiome researcher, author, and co-founder of BIOHM Health — to explore how the gut microbiome influences healthy aging, immunity, and even...
From Lab to Leadership: How CRN’s CAPS Scholars Are Shaping the Future of Nutrition Science
In this episode of Supplement Source, CRN’s Jeff Ventura talks with 2025 CAPS Scholars Huyen Le, Ben Levine, and past scholar Sam Fessler about how CRN’s Campus to Career (CAPS) Program helps bridge the gap ...
Sustainability in Action: Verdure Sciences’ Verdegration Initiative
In this episode of Supplement Source, CRN’s Jeff Ventura sits down again with Ajay Patel, CEO of Verdure Sciences, and Isabella Bucklew, the company’s Sustainability Coordinator, to explore Verdegration—Verdure’s...
VQ Cares: Expanding Access to Nutrition Through Industry Partnerships
In this episode of Supplement Source, host Jeff Ventura (Council for Responsible Nutrition) sits down with Gregory Drew, VP of Innovation at Vitaquest and a leader of the company’s VQ Cares initiative. Together, they explore how Vitaqu...
Magnesium Unpacked: Forms, Functions & Future
Magnesium is more than just another supplement—it’s a powerhouse mineral tied to over 300 biological reactions and essential for energy, sleep, and mood. In this episode of Supplement Source, Jeff Ventura talks with Traci Kantowski,...
