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# #PodSaveChocolate Archive Episodes 1-100
- URL: https://thechocolatelife.com/podsavechocolate-archive-episodes-1-100/
- Published: 2025-02-15T19:40:00.000Z
- Updated: 2026-09-07T17:42:28.000Z
- Description: News, views, and conversations on topics in cocoa and chocolate streamed live to YouTube, LinkedIn, and Facebook. #PodSaveChocolate!
- Author: Clay Gordon
- Tags: PodSaveChocolate

## **»» Episodes 1-100 ««**

### **November 17th 2023 – February 14th, 2025**

[Equipping the Budget Chocolate & Confectionery Workshop | #PodSaveChocolate Ep100Episode 100 explores some options for kitting out a workshop on a budget. What equipment would I select to transform cocoa beans into chocolate and make chocolate confectionery and other items? And why?![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/icon/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons-30.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/thumbnail/Ep-100-BudgetWorkshop---Featured1920x1080-db79f25ad5f0b428.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/pinned/equipping-the-budget-chocolate-confectionery-workshop-podsavechocolate-ep100/)

Ep 100 ****|** Friday February 14th

[Equipping the Ultimate Chocolate / Confectionery Workshop | #PodSaveChocolate Ep99Episode 99 explores some options for kitting out a workshop If cost were no object. What equipment would I select to transform cocoa beans into chocolate and make chocolate confectionery items? And why?![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/icon/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons-28.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/thumbnail/Ep-099-UltimateWorkshop---Featured1920x1080-97bb814b71b1b44d-2.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/an-ultimate-chocolate-confectionery-workshop-podsavechocolate-ep99/)

Ep 99 ****|** Tuesday February 11th

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****In Episode 99 of Pod Save Chocolate**, I embarked on a thought experiment: if cost were no barrier, what equipment would create the ultimate chocolate and confectionery workshop? The discussion is rooted in decades of experience in chocolate, startups, and teaching, and is shaped by a desire for efficiency, flexibility, and independence in chocolate making.  
— **AI generated*

[February 2025 News & AMA | #PodSaveChocolate Ep98Episode 98 of #PodSaveChocolate features the chocolate news that’s fit to eat and AMA/Ask me Anything (about chocolate and cocoa) for February 2025.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/icon/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons-29.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/thumbnail/Ep-098-FebNewsAMA---Featured1920x1080-fca815445eb8eb63.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/february-2025-news-ama-podsavechocolate-ep98/)

Ep 98 ****|** Friday February 7th

[Data Analysis Paralysis WtAF(\*)!? | #PodSaveChocolate Ep97What can we learn by analyzing the 2024 Academy of Chocolate Awards winners and other lists? Episode 97 of #PodSaveChocolate does just that, concluding: What the \*Actual\* F(^)!?![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/icon/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons-15.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/thumbnail/Ep-097-DatAnalysis---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/data-analysis-paralysis-wtaf-podsavechocolate-ep97/)

Ep 97 ****|** Tuesday February 4th

### **January**

[Tandy Peterson – Embers Chocolate, Interview & Tasting | #PodSaveChocolate Ep96Episode 96 of #PodSaveChocolate is an interview and tasting – my favorite episodes! – of Embers Chocolate with founder/chef Tandy Peterson.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/icon/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons-7.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/thumbnail/Ep-096-Embers---Featured1920x1080-1.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/tandy-peterson-embers-chocolate-interview-tasting-podsavechocolate-ep96/)

Ep 96 ****|** Tuesday January 28th

[New Equipment Q&A for Craft Chocolate | #PodSaveChocolate Ep95Episode 95 of #PodSaveChocolate will be a Q&A about designing new equipment for craft chocolate makers and small chocolatiers. \[ Updated to add resource link mentioned. \]![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/icon/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons-6.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/thumbnail/Ep-095-EquipmentQA---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/new-equipment-q-a-for-craft-chocolate-podsavechocolate-ep95/)

Ep 95 ****|** Friday January 24th

[About TheChocolateLife, 2008-2025 | #PodSaveChocolate Ep94The 17th anniversary of TheChocolateLife going live was last week – January 16th. In Episode 94 of #PodSaveChocolate I will review some highlights of the TheChocolateLife website and community over the past seventeen years.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/icon/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons-5.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/thumbnail/Ep-094-AboutTCL---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/about-thechocolatelife-2008-2025-podsavechocolate-ep94/)

Ep 94 ****|** Tuesday January 21st

[Cacao & Chocolate in the DR | #PodSaveChocolate Ep93Episode 93 of #PodSaveChocolate features an interview with Thomas Forbes, a long-time member of TheChocolateLife with close ties and personal experience in cacao and chocolate in the Dominican Republic.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/icon/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons-4.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/thumbnail/Ep-093-DRCacaoChocolate---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/cacao-chocolate-in-the-dr-podsavechocolate-ep93/)

Ep 93 ****|** Friday January 17th

[2025 Craft Chocolat Challenge – Season Four | #PodSaveChocolate Ep92Episode 92 of #PodSaveChocolate features an interview with Dustin Cornett, the founder of the Craft Chocolat Challenge. The call for entries is open and this episode will discuss FAQs about what makes the CCC unique.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/icon/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/thumbnail/Ep-092-CCC---PSC-FinalFeatured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/2025-craft-chocolat-challenge-season-four-podsavechocolate-ep92/)

Ep 92 ****|** Tuesday January 14th

[January 2025 News & AMA | #PodSaveChocolate Ep91Episode 91 of #PodSaveChocolate features the chocolate news that’s fit to eat and AMA/Ask me Anything (about chocolate and cocoa) for January 2025\. \[ Updated to include new links mentioned in the livestream. \]![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/icon/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/thumbnail/Ep-091-JanuaryNewsAMA---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/january-2025-news-ama-podsavechocolate-ep91/)

Ep 91 ****|** Friday January 10th

#### ****Topics Covered in Episode 91 »**

🎯 CocoTerra updates  
🎯 Tree selection for #cocoa #agroforestry systems  
🎯 FDA update on #healthy food #FDA  
🎯 The #NOVA food classification system  
🎯 Is #chocolate an #ultraprocessed food?  
🎯 FDA final guidance for #lead in #babyfood  
🎯 California Executive Order N-1-25  
🎯 Dr Bronner’s updated packaging – #newsworthy?  
🎯 Trendy #Trends Trending  
🎯 Krispy Kreme, Kellanova, and #PopTarts  
🎯 Butter  
🎯 Problems with #listicles  
🎯 Does expensive mean good? #Noka  
🎯 Barry Callebaut Group 2nd Generation Chocolate  
🎯 Cocoa price trends  
🎯 Chocolate price trends  
🎯 Chocolate business closure trends  
🎯 Entry-level tempering machines (new?)

[Trendy Trending Trends | #PodSaveChocolate Ep90Episode 90 of #PodSaveChocolate explores trending trends becoming trendy, and what you can do to take advantage of them to grow your business in 2025\. \[ Updated to include links and Pantone Color chip on Jan 7, 2025 \]![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/icon/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/thumbnail/Ep-090-Trendy-Trends---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/trendy-trending-trends-podsavechocolate-ep90/)

Ep 90 ****|** Friday January 3rd

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## **»» 2024 Episodes ««**

### **December**

[Some Favorite Bars & Makers in 2024 | #PodSaveChocolate Ep89On New Year’s Eve – Episode 89 of #PodSaveChocolate takes a look at some of my favorite chocolate bars – and makers – of the past year.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/icon/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/thumbnail/Ep-089-2024-Faves---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/some-favorite-bars-of-2024-podsavechocolate-ep89/)

Ep 89 ****|** Tuesday December 24th

[2025 in a Crystal Ball | #PodSaveChocolate Ep88Episode 88 of #PodSaveChocolate takes a look at what 2025 has in store in #chocolate and #cocoa – and for #TheChocolateLife. \[ Updated 12/20 to include links mentioned in the episode. \]![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/icon/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/thumbnail/Ep-088-2025CrystalBall---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/2025-in-a-crystal-ball-podsavechocolate-ep88/)

Ep 88 ****|** Friday December 20th

[Taking Stock of My ChocolateLife | #PodSaveChocolate Ep87Episode 87 of #PodSaveChocolate is a deep-dive look at my ChocolateLife from the early days of chocophile.com to the present.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/icon/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/thumbnail/Ep-087-SWOT---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/taking-stock-of-my-chocolatelife-podsavechocolate-ep87/)

Ep 87 ****|** Friday December 13th

[Holiday 2024 Tasting & Gifting Guide | #PodSaveChocolate Ep86Episode 86 of #PodSaveChocolate is my holiday gifting guide for the chocolate fans in your life ... and yourself ... featuring bars from exhibitors at the recent Midwest Craft Chocolate Festival.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/icon/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/thumbnail/denise-johnson-m4eISQg0e0E-unsplash-Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/holiday-2024-tasting-gifting-guide-podsavechocolate-ep86/)

Ep 86 ****|** Tuesday December 3rd

[December News/AMA – EUDR et al Update | #PodSaveChocolate Ep85Episode 85 of #PodSaveChocolate features an interview with Marc Donaldson about the alphabet soup that is the EUDR/CSDDD/CSRD/ESRS in response to #PSC episode 82\. The chocolate news that’s fit to eat and AMA for December.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/icon/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/thumbnail/Ep-085-Dec-News-AMA---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/december-news-ama-eudr-et-al-update-podsavechocolate-ep85/)

Ep 85 ****|** Friday December 6th

[Midwest Craft Chocolate Festival Roundup & 2025 Craft Chocolat Challenge | #PodSaveChocolate Ep84Episode 84 of #PodSaveChocolate features 1) a roundup of the recent inaugural Midwest Craft Chocolate Festival in Rushville, IN; 2) tastings of chocolate from exhibitors; and 3) announcing that entries are being accepted for the 2025 Craft Chocolat Challenge – 4th edition. \[ Updated on 12/4\. \]![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/icon/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/thumbnail/Ep-084-MwCCF-2025-CCC---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/midwest-craft-chocolate-festival-roundup-2025-craft-chocolat-challenge-podsavechocolate-ep84/)

Ep 84 ****|** Tuesday December 3rd

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### **November**

[Midwest Craft Chocolate Festival Preview | #PodSaveChocolate Ep83Episode 83 of #PodSaveChocolate features is a short preview/highlights of the upcoming inaugural Midwest Craft Chocolate Festival in Rushville, IN, November 22-23\. I will be there!![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/icon/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/thumbnail/Ep-083-MCCF-Preview---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/midwest-craft-chocolate-festival-preview-podsavechocolate-ep83/)

Ep 83 ****|** Tuesday November 19th

[The EUDR, CSDDD, and CSRD | #PodSaveChocolate Ep82Episode 82 of #PodSaveChocolate features an exploration of three related EU regulations that affect the cocoa and chocolate industries – how they relate and who needs to worry about compliance will be addressed.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/icon/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/thumbnail/Ep-082-EUDR-CSDDD-CSRD---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/the-eudr-csddd-and-csrd-podsavechocolate-ep82/)

Ep 82 ****|** Friday November 15th

[“Chocolate Tasting” ft. Heinde & Verre | #PodSaveChocolate Ep81Episode 81 of #PodSaveChocolate features live tastings of chocolate from four makers: Heinde & Verre, Tosier, Pump Street, and a new maker working in Côte d’Ivoire. I will also share some observations about another Pump Street bar and one from Omnom.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/icon/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/thumbnail/Ep-081-ChocolateTasting-ft-HeindeVerre---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/pinned/chocolate-tasting-ft-heinde-verre-podsavechocolate-ep81/)

Ep 81 ****|** Tuesday November 12th

[November News & AMA | #PodSaveChocolate Ep80Episode 80 of #PodSaveChocolate is the November All the (Chocolate) News That’s Fit to Eat and AMA – Ask me Anything (about Cocoa and Chocolate) episode.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/icon/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/thumbnail/Ep-080---NovemberNewsAMA---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/november-news-ama-podsavechocolate-ep80/)

Ep 80 ****|** Friday November 8th

> Note: Future episodes of PodSaveChocolate will start at 11h00 Mountain ***Standard*** Time.

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### **October**

[Random Chocolate Stuff | #PodSaveChocolate Ep79Episode 79 of #PodSaveChocolate showcases the first in a new irregular topical series loosely inspired by Colbert’s “Meanwhile...” segments – #randumb stuff and all that.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/icon/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/thumbnail/Ep-079---RandomChocolateStuff---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/random-chocolate-stuff-podsavechocolate-ep79/)

Ep 079 ****|** Friday October 18th

[Rowan Jacobsen’s Wild Chocolate | #PodSaveChocolate Ep78Episode 78 of #PodSaveChocolate is an interview with Rowan Jacobsen about his new book, “Wild Chocolate: Across the Americas in Search of Cacao’s Soul.”![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/icon/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/thumbnail/Ep-078---WildChocolateRowanJacobsen---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/rowan-jacobsens-wild-chocolate-podsavechocolate-ep78/)

Ep 078 ****|** Tuesday October 15th

[October News & AMA | #PodSaveChocolate Ep77Episode 77 of #PodSaveChocolate is the October All the (Chocolate) News That’s Fit to Eat and AMA – Ask me Anything (about Cocoa and Chocolate) episode. \[Updated to include links mentioned in the episode not in the original post.\]![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/icon/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/thumbnail/Ep-077---OctoberNewsAMA---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/october-news-ama-podsavechocolate-ep77/)

Ep 077 ****|** Tuesday October 8th

[How Chocolate Gets Its Flavors On | #PodSaveChocolate Ep76Episode 76 of #PodSaveChocolate is the final episode in my series leading up to the BSF Flavour symposium at the end of the month. In this episode, I tie together the threads of recent episodes around this topic together and explain How Chocolate Gets Its Taste.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/icon/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/thumbnail/Ep-076---HowChocolateTaste---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/how-chocolate-gets-its-taste-podsavechocolate-ep76/)

Ep 076 ****|** Tuesday October 1st

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### **September**

[On Being More-ish | #PodSaveChocolate Ep75Episode 75 of #PodSaveChocolate is a discussion of The Bliss Point and The Five Gestalt Principles of Perceptual Organization: What they mean for chocolate, chocolate confectionery, and why you need to be aware of them – and shouldn’t be afraid to embrace and make Moreish products. \[Updated.\]![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/icon/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/thumbnail/Ep-075---Moreish---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/on-being-more-ish-podsavechocolate-ep75/)

Ep 075 ****|** Friday September 27th

[Midwest Craft Chocolate Festival Preview | #PodSaveChocolate Ep74Episode 74 of #PodSaveChocolate is a preview of the inaugural Midwest Craft Chocolate Festival to be held on November 22nd and 23rd in Rushville, Indiana. My guest for this episode will be festival founder and organizer Dustin Cornett, the founder of the Craft Chocolat Challenge. \[Updated 9/25.\]![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/icon/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/thumbnail/Ep-074---MWCCF2024---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/midwest-craft-chocolate-festival-preview-podsavechocolate-ep74/)

Ep 074 ****|** Tuesday September 24th

[Defining Specialty | #PodSaveChocolate Ep73Episode 73 of #PodSaveChocolate is a continuation of the exploration of fine, craft, artisan, specialty, and other terms and phrases used in cocoa and chocolate today.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/icon/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/thumbnail/Ep-073---DefineSpecialty---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/defining-specialty-podsavechocolate-ep73/)

Ep 073 ****|** Friday September 20th

[Getting Creative With Chocolate | #PodSaveChocolate Ep72Episode 72 of #PodSaveChocolate is an exploration of my creative process through the lens of classic, modern, and even a viral Internet recipe that all have one thing in common – chocolate as an ingredient.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/icon/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/thumbnail/Ep-072---GettingCreative---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/getting-creative-with-chocolate-podsavechocolate-ep72/)

Ep 072 ****|** Tuesday September 17th

[Patently Chocolate | #PodSaveChocolate Ep71Episode 71 of #PodSaveChocolate is an exploration of intellectual property protection – patents (mostly) and trademarks – in cocoa and chocolate and how to use search tools. NOTE: Updated to include additional links mentioned in the episode.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/icon/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/thumbnail/Ep-071---PatentlyChocolate---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/patently-chocolate-podsavechocolate-ep71/)

Ep 071 ****|** Friday September 13th

[Salon du Chocolat NYC Exhibitor Preview | #PodSaveChocolate Ep70Episode 70 of #PodSaveChocolate features interviews with the organizers, advisory board members, and exhibitors at the upcoming (Nov 8-10) Salon du Chocolat NYC with a focus on companies interested in exhibiting. (Note: Updated to include links to guests’ websites.)![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/icon/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/thumbnail/Ep-070---SDCPreview---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/salon-du-chocolat-nyc-exhibitor-preview-podsavechocolate-ep70/)

Ep 070 ****|** Tuesday September 10th

[September News & AMA | #PodSaveChocolate Ep69Episode 69 of #PodSaveChocolate is the September All the (Chocolate) News That’s Fit to Eat and AMA – Ask me Anything (about Cocoa and Chocolate) episode. \[Updated to include links to stories mentioned during the episode – please read the note.\]![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/icon/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/thumbnail/Ep-069---SeptNewsAMA---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/september-news-ama-podsavechocolate-ep69/)

Ep 069 ****|** Friday September 6th

[Cacao Fermentation 101 | #PodSaveChocolate Ep68Episode 68 of #PodSaveChocolate is a follow-up to the previous episode Reimagining Fermentation. This episode features a deep dive into the fundamentals of conventional cocoa fermentation. Updated on Sep 4 to include the link to the Knapp book on Gutenberg.org.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2024/09/Ep-068---Fermentation101Refresher--Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/cacao-fermentation-101-podsavechocolate-ep68/)

Ep 068 ****|** Tuesday September 2nd

### **August**

[Reimagining Fermentation | #PodSaveChocolate Ep67Episode 67 of #PodSaveChocolate is dedicated to an interview with Bertus Eskes – an innovator in cacao fermentation techniques as witnessed by his TropMix and Anima fermentation methods that include understanding the role of cacao pulp and the flavor potential of cacao and finished chocolate.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2024/08/Ep-067---EskesFermentation--Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/reimagining-fermentation-podsavechocolate-ep67/)

Ep 067 ****|** Friday August 30th

[Supply Chains 101 | #PodSaveChocolate Ep66Episode 66 of #PodSaveChocolate features an overview of supply chains – what they are, what they are not, how they relate to concepts like traceability and transparency, and what supply chain software infrastructure should facilitate – from basic to advanced concepts.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2024/08/Ep-066---Supply-Chains---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/supply-chains-101-podsavechocolate-ep66/)

Ep 066 ****|** Friday August 23rd

[Flavours of Chocolate | #PodSaveChocolate Ep65Episode 65 of #PodSaveChocolate features a preview of the research I am doing for my co-presentation “Quantifying the Flavours of Cocoa and Chocolate” at the upcoming annual symposium of the British Society of Flavourists.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2024/08/Ep-065---BSF-Flavours---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/flavours-of-chocolate-podsavechocolate-ep65/)

Ep 065 ****|** Tuesday August 20th

[August News & AMA | #PodSaveChocolate Ep64Episode 64 of #PodSaveChocolate features a look at all the (chocolate) news that’s fit to eat for August AND the August AMA.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2024/08/Ep-064---AugustNewsAMA---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/august-news-ama-podsavechocolate-ep64/)

Ep 064 ****|** Friday August 16th

[2024 Travel Programs Update | #PodSaveChocolate Ep63Episode 63 of #PodSaveChocolate will cover and update the details of the 2024 Discover Chocolate in Paris and Discover Chocolate in Ecuador travel programs.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2024/08/Ep-063--TravelPrograms---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/2024-travel-programs-update-podsavechocolate-ep63/)

Ep 063 ****|** Tuesday August 13th

[PastryCon 2024 | #PodSaveChocolate Ep62Episode 62 of #PodSaveChocolate features an interview with two founders of the National Pastry Conference about #PastryCon 2024.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2024/08/Ep-062--PastryCon2024---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/pastrycon-2024-podsavechocolate-ep62/)

Ep 062 ****|** Tuesday August 6th

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### **July**

[Rethinking Craft Chocolate| #PodSaveChocolate Ep61Episode 61 of #PodSaveChocolate takes a look at the current state of “craft” chocolate in the light of current – and future – cocoa markets and what makers can do to future-proof their businesses.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2024/07/Ep-060--RethinkingCraft---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/rethinking-craft-chocolate-podsavechocolate-ep61/)

Ep 061 ****|** Friday July 26th

[The Importance of Fact-Checking | #PodSaveChocolate Ep60Episode 60 of #PodSaveChocolate takes a look at why fact-checking is important, beginning with an examination of one of my own posts.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2024/07/Ep-060--FactChecking---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/the-importance-of-fact-checking-podsavechocolate-ep60-2/)

Ep 060 ****|** Tuesday July 23rd

[Craft Beer & Chocolate: Differences That Matter | #PodSaveChocolate Ep59Episode 59 of #PodSaveChocolate is a review of topics discussed with David Nilsen of the Bean to Barstool podcast about the similarities and differences between pairing, judging, and more.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2024/07/Ep-059---CraftRedux---Featured1920x1080-1.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/craft-beer-chocolate-redux-podsavechocolate-ep59/)

Ep 059 ****|** Tuesday July 16th

[Fancy Food Show Update | #PodSaveChocolate Ep58Episode 58 of #PodSaveChocolate features an exploration of chocolate seen (and tasted) during the recent Summer Fancy Food Show by ChocolateLife contributor Keith Ayoob.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2024/07/Ep-058---Summer-FFS-Ayoob----Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/fancy-food-show-update-podsavechocolate-ep58/)

Ep 058 ****|** Friday July 12th

[David Nilsen Bean to Barstool Part 2 | #PodSaveChocolate Ep57Episode 57 of #PodSaveChocolate features a return interview with David – after I appeared as a guest on his Bean to Barstool podcast. We’ll be talking about definitions for craft, our approaches to tasting and pairing, and more.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2024/07/Ep-057---BeanToBarstool----Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/david-nilsen-bean-to-barstool-part-2-podsavechocolate-ep57/)

Ep 057 ****|** Tuesday July 9th

[Updated: World Chocolate Day, News & AMA | #PodSaveChocolate Ep56Episode 56 of #PodSaveChocolate features a look at the history of World Chocolate Day (July 7) plus all the (chocolate) news that’s fit to eat for July AND the July AMA.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2024/07/Ep-056---ChocoDayNewsAMA---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/world-chocolate-day-news-ama-podsavechocolate-ep56/)

Ep 056 ****|** Friday July 5th

[CocoaNomics w/ Frank Homann, XOCO Gourmet | #PodSaveChocolate Ep55Episode 55 of #PodSaveChocolate features an interview with Frank Homann, Founder and CEO of XOCO Gourmet, on the economics of cocoa production.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2024/06/Ep-055---CocoaNomicsFrankHomann---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/cocoanomics-frank-homann-xoco-gourmet-podsavechocolate/)

Ep 055 ****|** Tue July 2nd

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### **June**

[2024 AVPA Chocolates Competition Results | #PodSaveChocolate Ep54Episode 54 of #PodSaveChocolate covers the 2024 (Fourth Edition) of the AVPA (Agence pour la Valorisation des Produits Agricoles) Chocolates Processed at Origin Competition.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2024/06/Ep-054--AVPA2024---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/2024-avpa-chocolates-competition-results-podsavechocolate-ep54/)

Ep 054 ****|** Friday June 28th

[Beach Reads, Flicks, & Tunes | #PodSaveChocolate Ep53Episode 53 of #PodSaveChocolate: Top book, movie, and music recommendations for chocolate-loving Summer beach-goers.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2024/06/Ep-053--BeachMedia---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/beach-reads-flicks-tunes-podsavechocolate-ep53/)

Ep 053 ****|** Tue June 25th

[HotHotHot Weather Shipping | #PodSaveChocolate Ep52Episode 52 of #PodSaveChocolate reviews top hot weather shipping advice.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2024/06/Ep-052--Summer-Shipping---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/hothothot-weather-shipping-podsavechocolate-ep52/)

Ep 052 ****|** Friday June 21st

[Deep Dive: CHOCONOMIC$ | #PodSaveChocolate Ep51Episode 51 of #PodSaveChocolate takes a deep dive into the costs of setting up a new chocolate business with an emphasis on businesses that transform cocoa beans into bars and other products.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2024/06/Ep-051---Choconomics---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/deep-dive-choconomics-podsavechocolate-ep51/)

Ep 051 ****|** Tue June 18th

[Updated: The Year (So Far) In Review | #PodSaveChocolate Ep50Episode 50 of #PodSaveChocolate is a mid-year look at where things stand in 2024 ... the week before the Summer Solstice here in the Northern Hemisphere. officially taking place on Thursday, June 20 at 20:51 GMT.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2024/06/Ep-050---YearInReviewSoFar---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/the-year-so-far-in-review-podsavechocolate-ep50/)

Ep 050 ****|** Friday June 14th

[June News & AMA | #PodSaveChocolate Ep49Episode 49 of #PodSaveChocolate is the monthly “Chocolate News That’s Fit to Eat” and AMA – “Ask Me Anything About Cocoa or Chocolate” episode.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2024/06/Ep-049---JuneNewsAMA---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/june-news-ama-podsavechocolate-ep49/)

Ep 049 ****|** Tue June 11th

[Interview & Tasting: Chocolat Moderne | #PodSaveChocolateEpisode 48 of #PodSaveChocolate features an interview and tasting with Joan Coukos, founder of Chocolat Moderne (NYC).![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2024/06/Ep-048---ChocolatModerne---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/interview-tasting-chocolat-moderne-podsavechocolate/)

Ep 048 ****|** Friday June 7th

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### **May**

[Cocoa, Carbon Capture, & Biochar | #PodSaveChocolateEpisode 47 of #PodSaveChocolate features a discussion of carbon capture, sequestration, biochar, and upcycling in the cocoa sector.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2024/05/Ep-047---CocoaCarbonCapture---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/cocoa-carbon-capture-podsavechocolate/)

Ep 047 ****|** Friday May 31st

[Interview & Tasting: Magno Chocolates, Colombia | #PodSaveChocolateEpisode 46 of #PodSaveChocolate features an interview and tasting with Nataly Nicholls, founder of Magno Chocolates (Medellin, Colombia).![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2024/05/Ep-046---Magno---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/interview-tasting-magno-chocolate-colombia-podsavechocolate/)

Ep 046 ****|** Tuesday May 28th

[Gear Geek Deep Dive | #PodSaveChocolateEpisode 45 of #PodSaveChocolate does a deep geek dive into non-traditional gear chocolate makers and confectioners should take a look at.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2024/05/Ep-045---Gear-Geek-Deep-Dive---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/gear-geek-deep-dive-podsavechocolate/)

Ep 045 ****|** Friday May 24th

[SF CCE 2024 with Keith Ayoob | #PodSaveChocolateEpisode 44 of #PodSaveChocolate features discussion of the recent Craft Chocolate Experience with ChocolateLife Contributor Keith Ayoob.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2024/05/Ep-044---Ayoob-CCE---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/sf-cce-24-keith-ayoob-podsavechocolate/)

Ep 044 ****|** Friday May 17th

[Interview w/ Pashmina of Bar & Cocoa | #PodSaveChocolateEpisode 43 of #PodSaveChocolate features an interview with Pashmina De Shon, co-founder of specialty chocolate source Bar & Cocoa.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2024/05/Ep-043---Pashmina-Bar-and-Cocoa---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/interview-w-pashmina-of-bar-and-cocoa-podsavechocolate/)

Ep 043 ****|** Tuesday May 14th

[May News Roundup & AMA | #PodSaveChocolateEpisode 42 of #PodSaveChocolate is my monthly News Roundup and AMA – Ask Me Anything – episode. This month’s topics will also include “Cocoa Futures and the Future of Cocoa.”![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2024/05/Ep-042---News-AMA---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/may-news-roundup-ama-podsavechocolate/)

Ep 042 ****|** Friday May 10th

[Interview & Tasting: Mashpi Chocolate, Ecuador | #PodSaveChocolateEpisode 41 of #PodSaveChocolate features an interview and tasting with and of Mashpi Chocolate, Ecuador.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2024/05/Ep-041---Mashpi---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/interview-tasting-mashpi-chocolate-ecuador-podsavechocolate/)

Ep 041 ****|** Tuesday May 7th

[Interview & Tasting: Sally McFadyen of Argencove | #PodSaveChocolateEpisode 40 of #PodSaveChocolate features an interview and tasting with Sally McFadyen, founder of Argencove Chocolate, Granada, Nicaragua.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2024/05/Ep-040---Argencove---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/interview-tasting-sally-mcfadyen-of-argencove-podsavechocolate/)

Ep 040 ****|** Friday May 3rd

### **April**

[Interview & Tasting: Mark Burrows Pollinator Chocolate | #PodSaveChocolateEpisode 39 of #PodSaveChocolate features an interview and tasting with Mark Burrows, founder of Pollinator Chocolate, Carbondale, CO.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2024/04/Ep-039---Pollinator---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/interview-tasting-mark-burrows-pollinator-chocolate-podsavechocolate/)

Ep 039 ****|** Tuesday April 30th

[Upcycling in the Cacao Sector: Can/Will it Help Farmers? | #PodSaveChocolateEpisode 38 of #PodSaveChocolate features an exploration of Upcycling in the cocoa sector. Some are suggesting it as a way to help farmers left behind in the current spike in cocoa prices. Is it?![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2024/04/Ep-038---Upcycling---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/upcycling-in-the-cacao-sector-can-will-it-help-farmers-podsavechocolate/)

Ep 038 ****|** Friday April 26th

[Discover Chocolate Shorts | #PodSaveChocolateEpisode 37 of #PodSaveChocolate features an exploration of a new YouTube/TikTok series in preproduction: Discover Chocolate #Shorts. What do YOU think this series should include?![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2024/04/Ep-037---DiscoverChocShorts---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/discover-chocolate-shorts-podsavechocolate/)

Ep 037 ****|** Tuesday April 23th

[The High Co$t of Expen$ive Cocoa: Part 2 | #PodSaveChocolateEpisode 36 of #PodSaveChocolate is a continuation of the discussion about the current high cost of cocoa focusing more on why and how, than what begun in Episode 35.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2024/04/Ep-036---Impact---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/the-high-co-t-of-expen-ive-cocoa-part-2-podsavechocolate/)

Ep 036 ****|** Friday April 19th

[The High Co$t of Expen$ive Cocoa | #PodSaveChocolateEpisode 35 of #PodSaveChocolate is a discussion about the current high cost of cocoa focusing more on why and how, than what.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2024/04/Ep-035---High-Cost---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/the-high-cost-of-expensive-cocoa-podsavechocolate/)

Ep 035 ****|** Tuesday April 16th

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In ***The High Cost of Expensive Cocoa: Part 1** host Clay Gordon discusses the significant increase in the price of cocoa, which has reached near-historic highs. Reasons behind this trend are explored, including crop diseases, weather conditions, and speculation from hedge funds and big chocolate companies. The decline in cocoa production in Ghana and Ivory Coast, the world's largest producers, has contributed to the shortfall, which contributes to rising prices.   
  
Clay discusses the impact of these price increases on farmers, fine chocolate makers, and smaller chocolate producers, arguing that the current state of the cocoa industry is a result of the practices of big chocolate and cocoa companies over the past 50 years, which have externalized risks and costs onto small farmers. Clay calls for international pressure on Cocoa Boards and for farmers to hold these companies accountable. They also encourage consumers to demand change and consider new business models to support farmers and prevent the market from returning to the status quo.   
  
The episode also touches on the potential shift in cocoa production to new regions and the implications of this for direct trade relationships and farmers.  
**— summary prepared by summarize.tech and edited by Clay*

[SW Chocolate & Coffee Fest Trip Report & Travelogue | #PodSaveChocolateEpisode 34 of #PodSaveChocolate is a presentation of my impressions of the 2024 Southwest Chocolate & Coffee Fest as a first-time participant – traveler, presenter, judge, and guest.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2024/04/Ep-034---SWCCF-Upodate---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/sw-chocolate-coffee-fest-travelogue-podsavechocolate/)

Ep 034 ****|** Friday April 12th

[UPDATED: 2024 Craft Chocolat Challenge Awards Show | #PodSaveChocolateEpisode 33 of #PodSaveChocolate is dedicated to presenting the winners of the 2024 Craft Chocolat Challenge.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2024/04/Ep-033--CCC-Awards---V2Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/2024-craft-chocolat-challenge-awards-show-podsavechocolate/)

Ep 033 ****|** Tuesday April 9th

[April News Roundup & AMA | #PodSaveChocolateEpisode 32 of #PodSaveChocolate is my monthly News Roundup and AMA – Ask Me Anything – episode.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2024/04/Ep-032---NewsRoundup-AMA---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/april-news-roundup-ama-podsavechocolate/)

Ep 032 ****|** Tuesday April 2nd

### **March**

[Starting a Craft Chocolate Business: Top Tips | #PodSaveChocolateEpisode 31 of #PodSaveChocolate was inspired by a post in the r/chocolate subreddit. You never know where inspiration will strike!![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2024/03/Ep-031---startup-advice---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/starting-a-craft-chocolate-business-top-tips-podsavechocolate/)

Ep 031 ****|** Friday March 29th

[Dalareich Chocolate House, Philippines | #PodSaveChocolateEpisode 30 of #PodSaveChocolate features an interview with Dalareich (Dal) Polot of Dalareich Chocolate House on the Island of Bohol in the Philippines.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2024/03/Ep-030---Bohol-Dalareich---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/dalareich-chocolate-house-philippines-podsavechocolate/)

Ep 030 ****|** Tuesday March 26th

[The 2024 Chocolate Scorecard | #PodSaveChocolateEpisode 29 of #PodSaveChocolate features a discussion of the recently released Chocolate Scorecard. The bad, the worse, and the truly ugly.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2024/03/Ep-029---Scorecard---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/the-2024-chocolate-scorecard-podsavechocolate/)

Ep 029 ****|** Friday March 22nd

[Big Chocolate Disappoints? Again? | #PodSaveChocolateEpisode 28 of #PodSaveChocolate features an op-ed on a potential impact of Big Chocolate’s widespread adoption of alternative “chocolates.” And why I think this is a bad thing – and you should, too,![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2024/03/Ep-028---Disappoints---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/big-chocolate-disappoints-again-podsavechocolate/)

Ep 028 ****|** Tuesday March 19th

[Sweet Vegan Chocolates Interview & Tasting | #PodSaveChocolateEpisode 27 of #PodSaveChocolate features an interview with Chef Andrea Young of Sweet Vegan Chocolates (NYC) and a live tasting!![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2024/03/Ep-027---SweetVegan---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/pinned/sweet-vegan-chocolates-interview-tasting-podsavechocolate/)

Ep 027 ****|** Friday March 15th

[Mapping the Genetic Evolution of Cacao & March ’24 News/AMA | #PodSaveChocolateEpisode 26 of #PodSaveChocolate features “All the (Chocolate) News That’s Fit to Eat” and the monthly AMA – Ask Me Anything (about cocoa or chocolate).![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2024/03/Ep-026---MarchNewsAMA---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/march-24-news-roundup-and-ama-podsavechocolate/)

Ep 026 ****|** Tuesday March 12th

[Judging a Chocolate Competition | #PodSaveChocolateEpisode 25 of #PodSaveChocolate features a discussion of judging chocolate awards competitions with a focus on the 2024 Craft Chocolat Challenge.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2024/03/Ep-025---CCC-Judging---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/judging-a-chocolate-competition-podsavechocolate/)

Ep 025 ****|** Friday March 8th

[Southwest Chocolate & Coffee Fest Preview | #PodSaveChocolateEpisode 24 of #PodSaveChocolate features an interview with Dean Strober, the organizer of the Southwest Chocolate & Coffee Fest.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2024/03/Ep-024---SWChocCoffeeFest---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/southwest-chocolate-coffee-fest-preview-podsavechocolate/)

Ep 024 ****|** Tuesday March 5th

[Chocolate is NOT Coffee: Can it/Will it Ever Be? | #PodSaveChocolateEpisode 23 of #PodSaveChocolate – One of the many differences between chocolate and coffee is coffee’s extensive embrace of hobbyists. What can chocolate learn from coffee in this respect?![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2024/02/Ep-023---ChocolateIsNotCoffee---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/chocolate-is-not-coffee-can-it-will-it-ever-be-podsavechocolate/)

Ep 023 ****|** Friday March 1st

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### February

[Four Bars Further | #PodSaveChocolateEpisode 22 of #PodSaveChocolate – Tony’s is up to its old tricks trolling Big Chocolate, gets caught out, and backpedals.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2024/02/Ep-022---FourBarsFurther---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/four-bars-further-podsavechocolate-tonyschocolonely/)

Ep 022 ****|** Tuesday February 27th

[Exploring “Single-Origin” with ATK | #PodSaveChocolateEpisode 21 of #PodSaveChocolate is a response to a recent ATK episode about single-origin chocolate.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2024/02/Ep-021---ATK-SingleOrigin---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/exploring-single-origin-atk-podsavechocolate/)

Ep 021 ****|** Friday February 23rd

[Cacao Boliviano with Volker Lehmann | #PodSaveChocolateEpisode 20 of #PodSaveChocolate features an update to my discussions of Bolivian cacao in a new interview with friend and colleague Volker Lehmann.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2024/02/Ep-020---CacaoBoliviano---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/cacao-boliviano-with-volker-lehmann-podsavechocolate/)

Ep 020 ****|** Friday February 16th

[Researching Chocolate and Cocoa on the Interwebs | #PodSaveChocolateEpisode 19 of #PodSaveChocolate features a discussion of the tools and resources I use to do my research on chocolate and cocoa on the Interwebs.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2024/02/Ep-09---WebTools---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/researching-chocolate-cocoa-on-the-interwebs-podsavechocolate/)

Ep 019 ****|** Tue February 13th

[Is A Regenerative Ag Future Enough? | #PodSaveChocolateEpisode 18 of #PodSaveChocolate features a discussion of Regenerative Agriculture compared with Agroforestry and other approaches – some ancient and some modern.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2024/02/Ep-018---RegenAg---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/is-a-regenerative-ag-future-enough-podsavechocolate/)

Ep 018 ****|** Friday February 9th

[2024 Craft Chocolat Challenge Udpates | #PodSaveChocolateEpisode 17 of #PodSaveChocolate features an interview with Dustin Cornett with updates on the 2024 Craft Chocolat Challenge and more.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2024/02/Ep-017---2024_CCC---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/2024-craft-chocolat-challenge-udpates-podsavechocolate/)

Ep 017 ****|** Tue February 6th

[Communicating the Flavors of Chocolate & Coffee | #PodSaveChocolateEpisode 16 of #PodSaveChocolate features my 2023 presentation to the British Society of Flavourists.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2024/02/Ep-016---Communicating---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/communicating-the-flavors-of-chocolate-coffee-podsavechocolate/)

Ep 016 ****|** Friday February 2nd

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### January

[News Roundup and AMA | #PodSaveChocolateEpisode 15 of #PodSaveChocolate features a roundup of recent news and AMA – Ask Me Anything (about cocoa and chocolate).![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2024/01/PodSaveChocolate-Ep-015---NewsAMA---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/monthly-news-and-ama-podsavechocolate/)

Ep 015 ****|** Tuesday January 30th

[Yojoa Honduran Chocolate w/ Elmer Pineda | #PodSaveChocolateEpisode 14 of #PodSaveChocolate features an interview and live tasting with award-winning Honduran chocolate maker Elmer Pineda, Yojoa Chocolate.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2024/01/Ep-014---Yojoa---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/yojoa-honduran-chocolate-w-elmer-pineda-podsavechocolate/)

Ep 014 ****|** Friday January 26th

[Adding Value to Cocoa in Producing Countries | #PodSaveChocolateEpisode 13 of #PodSaveChocolate features an in-depth exploration of issues of adding value to cocoa in producing countries.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2024/01/Ep-013---AddingValue---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/adding-value-to-cocoa-in-producing-countries-podsavechocolate/)

Ep 013 ****|** Tuesday January 23rd

[ICD’s ICCF Abuja/Lagos Nigeria 2024 | #PodSaveChocolateEpisode 12 of #PodSaveChocolate comprises a report of my recent trip to Nigeria for International Cocoa Diplomacy’s International Cocoa and Chocolate Forum.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2024/01/Ep-012---ICCF-Nigeria---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/icds-iccf-abuja-lagos-nigeria-2024-podsavechocolate/)

Ep 012 ****|** Friday January 19th

[Chocolate & Your Health, A Guide For 2024 | #PodSaveChocolateEpisode 11 of #PodSaveChocolate features a look at chocolate and your health with ChocolateLife contributor and regular podcast guest Keith Ayoob.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2024/01/Ep-011---Healthy2024---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/chocolate-your-health-a-guide-for-2024-podsavechocolate/)

Ep 011 ****|** Tuesday January 2nd. The first episode of PSC for 2024.

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## **»» 2023 Archived Episodes ««**

### **December**

[2023 in Review, 2024 Preview | #PodSaveChocolateEpisode 10 of #PodSaveChocolate features a look back over 2023 and a preview of 2024\. Starting time: 10 am PST / 1 pm EST / 6 pm GMT on December 19th, 2023.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2023/12/Ep-010--REviewPREview---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/2023-in-review-2024-preview-podsavechocolate/)

Ep 010 ****|** Friday December 22nd. The last episode of PSC in 2023.

[The EUDR and You – w/ Antonie Fountain | #PodSaveChocolateEpisode 9 of #PodSaveChocolate features Antonie Fountain of the VOICE Network. Starting time: 10 am PST / 1 pm EST / 6 pm GMT on December 19th, 2023.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2023/12/Ep-009---EUDR-Good-Bad-Ugly---Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/the-eudr-and-you-w-antonie-fountain-podsavechocolate/)

Ep 009 ****|** Tuesday December 19th

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Host Clay Gordon introduces Antonie Fountain, Executive Director of The VOICE network, to discuss the implications of the upcoming European Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) on the cocoa and chocolate industries. The EUDR aims to stop deforestation and requires imported commodities, including cocoa, to prove that they have not come from areas deforested after 2020\. Fountain highlights the importance of traceability and responsible sourcing, and the need to establish structures to prove compliance. He explains that the responsibility for compliance lies with whoever places the product on the EU market, and stresses the need to support smallholder cocoa farmers who may not have reliable access to technology. Fountain acknowledges the challenges of implementing the EUDR, but is optimistic about its potential impact in the medium to long term.  
  
The conversation also highlights the environmental damage caused by deforestation in the cocoa sector. The complexity of determining which commodities to include is mentioned, with industries like timber and sugar having significant influence. The discussion also compares chocolate production in the United States and the rest of the world, noting differences in ingredients and flavors. The importance of understanding the unintended consequences of regulations and promoting awareness in the chocolate industry is emphasized.  
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[The New Case Against Mars, et al | #PodSaveChocolateEpisode 8 of #PodSaveChocolate features Terry Collingsworth of International Rights Advocates Starting time: 10 am PST / 1 pm EST / 6 pm GMT.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2023/12/Ep-008-IRAdvocates--Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/the-new-case-against-mars-et-al-podsavechocolate/)

Ep 008 ****|** Friday December 15th

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In the latest episode of #PodSaveChocolate, host Clay Gordon welcomes back Terry Collingsworth from International Rights Advocates to discuss recent developments in the chocolate industry, specifically a new lawsuit against Mars, Mondelēz, and Cargill for child labor abuses and fraudulent rehabilitation programs. Collingsworth explains that the CBS News investigation came about through a whistleblower in Ghana who revealed information about the child labor issue and the fraudulent programs. The hosts express their frustration as these corporations have not kept their promises made 22 years ago to stop using child labor. Collingsworth discusses ongoing lawsuits against major companies, including Nestle, Cargill, and Mars, for their involvement in forced child labor, and the lawsuit filed under the Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act with a strong expectation of winning. The podcast also explores a French statute that requires reporting on deforestation and child labor in chocolate production, as well as collaboration with viewers to hold companies accountable. Throughout the episode, the hosts remain committed to keeping audiences informed and advocating for the essential truths underlying the reporting of Big Chocolate.   
**— Summary generated by summarize.tech*

[Goodnow Farms’ Yasica Especial | #PodSaveChocolateEpisode 7 of #PodSaveChocolate features the chocolate of the award-winning Goodnow Farms, with a focus on the recent release of their limited-edition Yasica Especial bar made from Criollo beans from Nicaragua. Starting time: 10 am PST / 1 pm EST / 6 pm GMT.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2023/12/Ep-007-GoodnowFarms-Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/goodnow-farms-yasica-especial-podsavechocolate/)

Ep 007 ****|** Friday December 8th

[Two Reviews and One Tasting | #PodSaveChocolateEpisode 6 of #PodSaveChocolate features reviews of products from two brands and a live tasting of products from a third.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2023/12/Ep-006--2Reviews1Tasting-Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/pinned/two-reviews-and-one-tasting-podsavechocolate/)

Ep 006 ****|** Tuesday December 5th

[December News Roundup & AMA | #PodSaveChocolateEpisode 5 of PodSaveChocolate features a discussion of topics that have shown up in my feeds since the November News RoundUp episode. Plus the monthly #PSC AMA – Ask Me Anything (about cocoa and chocolate).![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2023/11/Ep-005-DecNewsAMA-Featured-1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/december-news-roundup-ama-podsavechocolate/)

Ep 005 ****|** Friday December 1st

### November

[WNWN: alt.chocolates’ Future? | #PodSaveChocolateEpisode 4 of #PodSaveChocolate features a discussion of alt.chocolate and some opinions about whether or not they could be the future of chocolate. #cacao #cocoa #chocolate![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2023/11/PodSaveChocolate-Ep004_WNWN-Featured-1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/wnwn-alt-chocolates/)

Ep 004 ****|** Tuesday November 28th

[Giving Thanks For Chocolate | #PodSaveChocolateEpisode 3 of #PodSaveChocolate features a tasting of some chocolates I picked up on my recent London trip as well as a discussion of what I have to be thankful for in my pursuit of my ChocolateLife. #cacao #cocoa #chocolate![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2023/11/Ep-003-GivingThanks--Featured-1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/giving-thanks-for-chocolate-podsavechocolate/)

Ep 003 ****|** Friday November 24th

[Disrupting Chocolate from the farm to the consumer | #PodSaveChocolateEpisode 2 of #PodSaveChocolate features a discussion of factors that will be disruptive, that may be disruptive, and that may not be disruptive of the status quo ante in cocoa and chocolate. #cacao #cocoa #chocolate![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2023/11/Ep-002-Disruption-Featured-1920x1080-1.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/pinned/disrupting-chocolate-podsavechocolate/)

Ep 002 ****|** Tuesday November 21st

[Birgitte Rasine: The Cacao Muse | #PodSaveChocolateEpisode 1 of #PodSaveChocolate features Birgitte Rasine, The Cacao Muse, and introduces a new interactive content collaboration between TheChocolateLife and The Cacao Muse. #cacao #cocoa #chocolate![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/12/JR_Pods60x60FavIconCutoutButtons.png)The Chocolate LifeClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2023/11/PodSaveChocolate_ep001-Featured1920x1080.jpg)](https://thechocolatelife.com/pinned/birgitte-rasine-the-cacao-muse-podsavechocolate/)

Ep 001 ****|** Friday November 17th

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In this episode, Birgitte Rasine is introduced as the guest and shares her story of growing up in the Czech Republic and discovering her love for chocolate in the United States. She talks about her book, **The Jaguar and the Cacao Tree*, and how it led to her becoming a chocolate critic and later, a mentor to many in the chocolate industry. Birgitte discusses her experience at an international conference for cocoa and chocolate, where she felt disconnected between the people in the industry and those in the field. She also mentions the connection between Mayan mythology and the reverence for the cacao tree, which was considered sacred by the native people of Mesoamerica. Birgitte then discusses her plans to write a book inspired by her experiences and observations, hoping to inspire others to take action and make positive change for the planet. She then discusses the Mesoamerican calendar and its three main systems: the Long Count, the Hub, and the Tzolk'in. They also discuss the concept of cultural appropriation and why they chose to write about chocolate in their next book. Host Clay Gordon talks about the idea that the stars in the sky were once predictors of natural events and over time, they gained agency and became responsible for the change. The Maya were a polytheistic culture and believed that the Divine was everywhere in all forms of nature, including the Tzolk'in Day signs. 

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