Behind The Fruit - The Fresh Produce Podcast by Lucy Robinson

Episodes 6

Avg. Duration 45m

Activity Highly Active

Since Feb 2026

Latest Episode Mar 2026

Publishing Details

Schedule

Every 2 Weeks

Format

Episodic

Consistency

62%

Hosting

feeds.buzzsprout.com

About This Podcast

The fresh produce industry is full of strong opinions and big decisions.
Behind the Fruit goes one step further and looks at the people behind them.

Through candid conversations with leaders from across the global produce sector, we explore careers, challenges, and the moments that shape how they lead. Expect thoughtful discussion, practical insight, and stories you won’t hear on a panel stage.

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Recent Episodes

S1E6 Leadership Across Cultures: From Private Equity to Avocados with Patrick Hook

Mar 05, 2026 42m

In this episode of Behind the Fruit, Lucy Robinson speaks with Patrick Hook, former CEO of AVO America, about leadership across cultures, private equity in agriculture, and why mindset matters more…

S1E5 Executive Hiring in FMCG & Fresh Produce: 30 Years of Insight with John Elliott

Feb 19, 2026 33m

In this episode of Behind the Fruit, Lucy Robinson speaks with John Elliott, Founder of ELR Executive in Sydney, Australia.With nearly 30 years in executive search across FMCG, fresh produce and food…

S1E5 Behind the Fruit Podcast Episode 4 - Mark Brooks

Feb 05, 2026 49m

The conversation delves into Mark's journey to leadership, his non-traditional route, the role of values, the evolution of his management style, hiring for growth and diversity, traits for senior…

S1E2 Behind the Fruit Podcast Episode 2 - Jorge Reig

Feb 02, 2026 43m

The conversation covers Jorge Reig's career transition from finance to the fresh produce industry, his experience as a managing director, strategic and transformational work, managing teams through…

S1E1 Behind The Fruit Podcast Episode 1 - CarrieAnn Arias

Feb 02, 2026 53m

In this episode of Behind the Fruit, Lucy is joined by CarrieAnn Arias for an honest conversation about stepping into leadership at the very top.CarrieAnn shares her journey from VP to CEO, what that…

S1E3 Behind the Fruit Podcast Episode 3 - Ele Gower

Feb 02, 2026 52m

The conversation covers Ele Gower's journey in the fresh produce industry, her experience in Ethiopia, and her role at One Acre Fund. It delves into the challenges of career progression,…