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Phantom Electric GhostFailing forward as a food scientist and food designer w/ Dr. Bryan Quoc LeFailing forward as a food scientist and food designer w/ Dr. Bryan Quoc Le Dr. Bryan Quoc Le is a PhD-level food scientist, author of the book 150 Food Science Questions Answered, host of the upcoming documentary The Flavor Matrix, and Founder and Principal Consultant at Mendocino Food Consulting.Links:https://www.mendocinofoodconsulting.com/https://www.instagram.com/bryanquocleTags:Book Publishing,Consulting,Content Marketing,Creator Economy,Entrepreneur,Mental Health,Science,S...
2025-10-0157 min
Filmmaking Conversations Podcast with Damien SwabyEp 266: The Food Matrix: Exploring Flavor, Film, and Creativity with Dr. Bryan Quoc Le📒 SHOW NOTESIn this episode of Filmmaking Conversations with Damien Swaby, Damien sits down with Dr. Bryan Quoc Le, Ph.D., a food scientist, consultant, and author of 150 Food Science Questions Answered.Bryan’s career is a masterclass in curiosity-driven storytelling — one that filmmakers, storytellers, and creatives will find both inspiring and familiar.🎬 What’s inside this episode:A story worth filming: How Bryan’s 2,000-mile walk across America sparked his lifelong obsession with taste, survival, and the science of food.The art of structured storytelling: Why Bryan’s book 150 Food Science Questions Answered reads like a col...
2025-09-2658 min
Healthy Mind, Healthy LifeAdult ADHD, Growth Systems, and the Future of Food Consulting with Dr. Bryan Quoc LeIn this episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Dr. Bryan Quoc Le—food scientist, consultant, entrepreneur, and documentary creator—to explore the intersection of adult ADHD, resilience, and the evolving future of food consulting. Bryan shares his journey from being diagnosed with ADHD in his 30s to reframing it as a strength that fuels creativity, adaptability, and entrepreneurial success. From building Mendocino Food Consulting to honoring his mother’s legacy through rituals, Bryan’s story reveals how systems of growth are deeply tied to both science and humanity.
This conversation dives into men...
2025-09-2523 min
Deep Shallow DiveEP#371 | GUEST | What’s Really in Your Food? A Food Scientist Exposes the Truth with Dr. Bryan Quoc Le🎙️ EP#371 | GUEST | What’s Really in Your Food? A Food Scientist Exposes the Truth with Dr. Bryan Quoc LeStep behind the scenes of the food industry with this jaw-dropping episode featuring Dr. Bryan Quoc Le, food scientist and founder of Mendocino Food Consulting. From decoding preservatives to unveiling the truth about gut health, Bryan joins Ray to deliver a Deep Shallow Dive into what we’re really eating—and how it's made. This is not just another conversation about calories and sugar; it's a brutal reality check on the systems feeding us daily.Bryan shares powe...
2025-09-151h 00
ADHD Wise Squirrels for late-diagnosed adults with ADHD.He Earned a PhD and Built a Business—All Before Knowing He Had ADHD – with Bryan Le.Sponsored by Inflow. Try the free ADHD traits quiz. Learn evidence-based techniques to navigate daily challenges associated with ADHD.
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2025-04-231h 04
Peaking Podcast#8 - Peaking with Quoc Nguyen! Changing E-Commerce Forever, Moving to the US Market, and Being Aussie in America!SummaryIn this engaging conversation, I peaked with Quoc Nguyen, co-founder of Preezie, who shares his journey from Australia to the US, discussing the evolution of his AI shopping assistant startup. He highlights the challenges of navigating different markets, the importance of funding, and the entrepreneurial spirit that drives innovation. Quoc emphasizes the role of AI in transforming e-commerce and the need for businesses to adapt to stay competitive. He also discusses the significance of building a strong company culture and the future of online shopping, where AI agents will play a crucial role in enhancing customer...
2025-04-211h 18
The Bubbles EffectBubbles & Biz with Dr. Bryan Quoc LeWelcome back to Bubbles & Biz, where we raise a glass to small business owners and entrepreneurs! 🥂This week, I’m chatting with Dr. Bryan Quoc Le, a food scientist, industry consultant, and author of 150 Food Science Questions Answered.Bryan’s journey is anything but conventional... he started in chemistry, walked across the country (yes, literally!), discovered his passion for food science, and turned that into a thriving consulting business. 🍲We talk about failing forward, pushing past comfort zones, and how Reddit became one of his most powerful marketing tools. He also shares insights on food sc...
2025-03-1337 min
Unboxing Careers28 Food Scientist w/ Dr. Bryan Quoc LeON THIS EPISODE: Dr. Bryan Quoc Le, a food scientist and consultant, discusses his career path. He details his unconventional journey, including a cross-country walk after his father's passing, which inspired his transition from chemistry to food science. The conversation covers his work on alternative proteins, the skills needed in the field, common misconceptions about food science, and the challenges and rewards of his consulting business. Dr. Le also offers career advice to high school and college students, emphasizing the importance of exploring different areas of interest. Finally, he mentions his book answering food science questions.
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2025-01-2938 min
Eat Your Content067. Viral Food Trends: Science vs. Social MediaAre TikTok food trends worth the hype, or are they just passing fads? In this episode, Dr. Bryan Quoc Le, a renowned food scientist, joins Rich Herrera to dissect some of the most talked-about viral food crazes. From olive oil shots touted as hangover cures to the controversial practice of dry-scooping pre-workout powders, they separate fact from fiction. The duo also tackles the raw milk debate, examining its purported health benefits against the scientific risks. Plus, they explore functional ingredients in everything from snacks to skincare and discuss whether they truly deliver on their promises. This episode is a...
2025-01-2046 min
Leveraging Thought LeadershipThe Power of Storytelling in Science: Making Complex Topics Accessible | Bryan Quoc Le | 594Join Bill Sherman as he sits down with Dr. Bryan Quoc Le, a dynamic food scientist, industry consultant, and the author of "150 Food Science Questions Answered: Cook Smarter, Cook Better." In this episode, Bryan reveals how a seemingly ordinary graduate school project sparked his journey into thought leadership, leading him to unexpected opportunities and recognition in the food science world. Bryan shares how he transformed a volunteer blogging at "The Institute of Food Technologists" stint into a platform that attracted the attention of Callisto Publishing, culminating in a book deal. Hear how he balanced the intense demands...
2024-09-1523 min
Story SamuraiBryan Quoc Le | Sep 4, 2024Bryan Quoc Le, a food science expert, shares his challenging experiences during his PhD program at Stanford University and his transformative journey of walking 2000 miles. He discusses the importance of self-reflection and checking in with oneself before taking on new opportunities. Bryan also talks about his love for food and how he detoured into food science during a low point in his life. He shares insights on flavor chemistry, the science behind cooking and food sensations, and the power of communication through writing. Bryan's story is an inspiration to overcome adversity and pursue one's passions.Bryan Book: "150 Food Science Questions A...
2024-09-0437 min
Story SamuraiBryan Quoc Le | Sep 4, 2024Bryan Quoc Le, a food science expert, shares his challenging experiences during his PhD program at Stanford University and his transformative journey of walking 2000 miles. He discusses the importance of self-reflection and checking in with oneself before taking on new opportunities. Bryan also talks about his love for food and how he detoured into food science during a low point in his life. He shares insights on flavor chemistry, the science behind cooking and food sensations, and the power of communication through writing. Bryan's story is an inspiration to overcome adversity and pursue one's passions.Bryan Book: "150 F...
2024-09-0437 min
Tea BizSPOTLIGHT | Sensors and Food SafetySPOTLIGHT | Sensors and Food Safety –Packaged herbal infusions are generally safe to drink, but there are rare instances that highlight the importance of food safety procedures. One such incident occurred recently when Yogi Tea voluntarily recalled about 877,000 tea bags in 54,000 boxes containing echinacea in a certified organic herbal blend that did not include camellia sinensis.Food safety scientist Dr. Bryan Quoc Le is an avid tea drinker, food safety consultant, and the author of 150 Food Science Questions Answered, published by Simon & Schuster. He earned a doctorate in food science from the University of Wisconsin at Ma...
2024-05-3115 min
Tea BizEp 170 Sri Lanka Boosts Tea Wages 70pct | Lipton Reformulates its Green Tea | Gene Research May Fortify Freezing Tea PlantsHEADLINES – Sri Lanka Boosts Tea Wages 70pct | Lipton Reformulates its Green Tea | Gene Research May Fortify Freezing Tea PlantsSubscribe PodlinkGUEST – Food Scientist and Author Dr. Bryan Quoc LeSPOTLIGHT | Sensors and Food Safety –Packaged herbal infusions are generally safe to drink, but there are rare instances that highlight the importance of food safety procedures. One such incident occurred recently when Yogi Tea voluntarily recalled about 877,000 tea bags in 54,000 boxes that contained echinacea in a certified organic herbal blend that did not contain camellia sinensis.Food safety scientist Dr. Br...
2024-05-3127 min
Cultivating Careers in Alternative Proteins PodcastEp. 28 - Bryan Le (Food Science Consultant)Dr. Bryan Quoc Le is a food scientist, food industry consultant, and author of the book 150 Food Science Questions Answered. He earned his PhD in Food Science from the University of Wisconsin, Madison, where he studied the effect of plant-based flavors on mammalian tissues. He has served as a technical consultant for companies and organizations in the food industry, such as TurtleTree, Black Sheep Foods, Blue Diamond, DecoPac, and The Good Food Institute. Bryan's advice to job seekers is to be open to new possibilities and be curious. Links to things discussed d...
2024-01-3128 min
That's A Food Job!How a Food Science PhD Prepares You for a Career in Consulting with Bryan Quoc Le (Ph.D) Food Scientist, Food Industry Consultant and Author | Ep 66On this episode, we interview Bryan Quoc Le (Ph.D) Food Scientist, Food Industry Consultant and Author. Join us as we discuss what Bryan does as a consultant, completing a PhD and how he approaches experimental design. Show Notes https://foodgrads.com/foodgrads-podcast-episode-66
2023-04-2655 minThat's A Food Job!How a Food Science PhD Prepares You for a Career in Consulting with Bryan Quoc Le (Ph.D) Food Scientist, Food Industry Consultant and Author | Ep 66On this episode, we interview Bryan Quoc Le (Ph.D) Food Scientist, Food Industry Consultant and Author. Join us as we discuss what Bryan does as a consultant, completing a PhD and how he approaches experimental design. Show Notes https://foodgrads.com/foodgrads-podcast-episode-66
2023-04-2655 min
Ask Joe DiMatteoThat’s Gross
Say “Good-bye” to steak tartare! In a new study, researchers say they found drug-resistant bacteria in 40% of meat samples at supermarkets in Spain. Namely, they found E. coli bacteria that are resistant to antibiotics. The team presented their findings at Denmark’s European Congress of Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases.
E.coli causes severe illness, often including severe stomach cramps, diarrhea (often bloody), and vomiting. In addition, some people may have a fever, which usually is not very high (less than 101˚F/38.5˚C). Most people get better within 5 to 7 days.
The findings are amplifyin...
2023-04-2000 min
PhD Career Stories#121: Interview with Bryan Quoc Le on stepping beyond one’s comfort zoneHave you ever stepped out of your comfort zone and excelled in something that you thought was not your cup of tea? This is one of the topics out of many that Tina Persson and Bryan Quoc Le share with us in this episode. Bryan Quoc Le is a food scientist, food industry consultant, and author of 150 Food Science Questions Answered. He earned his PhD in 2020, in the middle of the Covid-19 pandemic, and ended up starting and growing a food consulting business shortly thereafter. Bryan has been working with well-established companies in the food i...
2023-04-1435 min
Beyond the Thesis With Papa PhDPerfectionism With Dr. Isabeau Iqbal – A Self-Compassionate Professor Feed DropLast week on Papa PhD, I shared my recent conversation with Danielle De La Mare, creator and host of the Self-Compassionate Professor podcast.
This week, I'm over-the-moon happy to have an episode of the Self-Compassionate Professor as a feed drop on Papa PhD - a conversation about perfectionism in academia with Dr. Isabeau Iqbal.
Reach out to me or to Danielle using the links below, if you have any feedback or any questions for us.
While you're here, I'll take the opportunity to announce that Papa PhD has joined the Podcasting 2.0 initiative and is now set up to receive boosts f...
2023-03-0955 min
Beyond the Thesis With Papa PhDTrusting the Path to Career Wellness With Danielle De La MareHow well adjusted do you feel you are to your current career ?
This week on Papa PhD, I'm sharing my recent conversation with Danielle De La Mare, creator and host of the Self-Compassionate Professor podcast, about her approach to promotion career wellness in the academic community.
This is an exciting episode for me, because it's a collaboration with the Self-Compassionate Professor. Danielle will be publishing an interview I gave her a few weeks ago onw day before this one goes live, so I strongly suggest you go listen to what I shared on mic with Danielle!
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2023-03-0259 min
Un-ParadigmedEpisode 6: Journey from PhD to a Successful Consulting Business with Bryan Quoc LeWelcome to the first guest episode of the Sequel to a PhD Podcast! Dr. Bryan Quoc Le is a food scientist, food industry consultant, and author of the book, 150 Food Science Questions Answered. He earned his PhD in Food Science from the University of Wisconsin, Madison, and now runs a food science consulting business where he acts as a scientific advisor and consulting food scientist for numerous food companies. In this conversation we talk about: Bryan's fascinating story of combining disparate interests to chart his own unique career trackHow an emerging interest in writing tur...
2023-02-2834 min
Beyond the Thesis With Papa PhDGoal Setting as an Early Career Researcher With Kimberly DuongIt can be difficult projecting yourself into the future and setting goals when you are fully invested physically and emotionally with your PhD. Overwhelm and overwork are terms that come up frequently in conversation with PhD researchers, independently of their domain of research.
In this Papa PhD interview, I talk with career coach Kimberly Duong about her post-PhD experience and about her approach to helping academics successfully navigating their PhD journey.
Listen to the end and you will learn an exercise Kimberly uses with her coachees to help them set long-term goals for themselves!
Reach out to me or to...
2023-02-2354 min
Beyond the Thesis With Papa PhDThe State of the Post-PhD Job Market With Ashley RubaAre you ready for what comes after getting your degree? Or after your second or third postdoc? How does the job market treat PhDs today?
These are questions I had no answers to when I was finishing my PhD.
My guest this week - Ashley Ruba, PhD - has taken up the personal mission to keep asking tough questions to the post-PhD community, after living a transformational transition from her postdoc position to a working as a UX researcher for Meta Reality Labs.
Reach out to me or to Ashley using the links below, if you have any feedback or a...
2023-02-161h 06
Beyond the Thesis With Papa PhDLeveraging Your PhD in the Consulting Space With Bryan Quoc LeThis week on the show, I'm sharing a story of resilience and steadfastness in career building with my guest, Bryan Quoc Le.During our conversation, Bryan shares his journey from a PhD in chemistry to being self-employed as a consultant in the food industry space.I got great feedback about this interview during our live recording, so I hope you enjoy it, too! Reach out to Me or to Bryan using the links below, if you have any feedback or any questions for us.While you're here, I'll take the opportunity to announce that Papa PhD has joined the Podcasting 2.0 i...
2023-01-261h 00
The Struggling ScientistsEpisode 40: Career talks... From Academia to ConsultingWe talked with the very interesting Bryan Quoc Le about how he switched from academia to consulting after his PhD. Or more precisely already during his PhD! He has a lot of tips for people considering consultancy as their next step.If you want to learn more about him check out his website: www.bryanquocle.comIf you have any questions, comments, suggestions, or papers we really need to read, you can reach out to us via our website: https://thestrugglingscientists.com/Would you like to know more about becoming a guest on...
2022-10-1730 min
CAREER CHECKThu hút nhân sự "siêu sao" | Bryan Pelz - Founder/CEO Bootloader Studio | PP2032 EP 4Chìa khóa dẫn đến thành công của những doanh nghiệp lớn mạnh bao giờ cũng xuất phát từ nhân tài. Tuy nhiên trong thế giới nhân sự rộng lớn này, việc tìm ra được những nhân sự sáng giá ngang tầm siêu sao lại chưa bao giờ dễ dàng.
Khách mời tham gia buổi webinar lần này là ông Bryan Pelz - nhà sáng lập và CEO của Bootloader Studio, ông cũng là một doanh nhân thành...
2022-10-151h 06
Future Food CastFutureFoodCast Podcast 93||Plant - Based Foods A Perspective On Innovation ,Science And TechnologyBryan Quoc Le, author, scientist, and food consultant discuss how he is helping many individuals, entrepreneurs, and startups in the southern agricultural arena. He discussed how food design in the environment helps individuals become healthy. He talked about how molecules are blended to create flavors and tastes in food. He discusses how plant-based replacements are combined and how consumers and businesses are becoming increasingly interested in plant-based meals. He discussed the advantages of onions and garlic. He discussed food safety, reusing food waste, and how consumers might benefit. He shared his thoughts on alternate proteins in mushrooms. He expressed his...
2022-08-0924 min
Asian Hustle NetworkBao Tran, Alain Uy, Ron Yuan, and Mykel Shannon Jenkins // Special Ep // The Paper TigersWelcome to a special episode of the Asian Hustle Network Podcast! We are very excited to have Bao Tran, Alain Uy, Ron Yuan, and Mykel Shannon Jenkins on this week's episode.
We interview Asian entrepreneurs around the world to amplify their voices and empower Asians to pursue their dreams and goals. We believe that each person has a message and a unique story from their entrepreneurial journey that they can share with all of us.
Check us out on Anchor, iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music, TuneIn, Spotify, and more. If you enjoyed this episode, please...
2021-05-0753 min