Booking Overview
Metrics
Episodes: 39
Frequency: Every two weeks
Rating: 5.0/5.0
Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000
Gender skew: Neutral
Listener location: USA
Instagram: 371 followers
Contact Information
Publicly listed emails
shelfsensepodcast@gmail.com
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Host
Cynthia Barstow - An educator and natural and organic products industry professional with decades of experience bringing students to industry expos.
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Recent Guest Discussions
Paul Rice - Fair Trade Standards, Who Benefits From Fair Trade, And How Consumers Can Assess Product Claims.
Shannon Largey - Local Food Businesses, Regional Supply Chains, And Connections Among Farms, Makers, Retailers, And Consumers.
Kristin Howard - Regional Food Systems, Local Farms, Shorter Supply Chains, And Community-based Food Businesses.
David Bronner - Purpose-driven Business, Fair Trade And Regenerative Sourcing, Living Wages, Refill Systems, And Community Engagement.
Recent Topics
Episodes
Fair Trade Matters
October 06, 2026
What does Fair Trade really mean when we see it on the shelf—and how much difference can one little label actually make? In this episode, Cynthia is joined by Paul Rice, founder of Fair Trade USA and author of the new book Every Purchase Matters: How Fair Trade Farmers, Companies, and Consumers Are Changing the World. Joining us is my sustainability marketing Gen Z voice, Ruby Adamowicz, bringing the questions and perspective of a generation that wants its purchases to reflect its values—but ...
"LOCAL" WORKS for all of us.
September 22, 2026
At a time when food recalls are making us think more about where our food comes from and how far it travels to reach us, this episode of ShelfSense looks at a different model. I talk with Kristin Howard, General Manager of Real Pickles, a company that has spent 25 years building a regional food system around local farms, shorter supply chains, and the community it serves. We’re joined by Shannon Largey, a young local-food entrepreneur committed to building her own business within that same re...
Purpose Over Profits: Dr. Bronner's
September 08, 2026
David Bronner shares with Cynthia and Gen Z Voice Emma Cosaboom how one family-owned soap company became a powerful model for purpose-driven business. From fair trade and regenerative organic sourcing to living wages, refill systems, Magic Chocolate, community engagement, and the Purpose Pledge, Dr. Bronner’s shows what it looks like when a company uses its products — and its power — to help change the world.Send us Fan Mail
Frequently asked questions
How do I get in touch with ShelfSense: Stories Behind Our Stuff?
ShelfSense: Stories Behind Our Stuff is hosted by Cynthia Barstow. Its publicly listed email is shelfsensepodcast@gmail.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.
What is the email for ShelfSense: Stories Behind Our Stuff?
The publicly listed email for ShelfSense: Stories Behind Our Stuff: shelfsensepodcast@gmail.com.
How many listeners does ShelfSense: Stories Behind Our Stuff have?
Podseeker estimates ShelfSense: Stories Behind Our Stuff reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.
Who is an ideal guest for ShelfSense: Stories Behind Our Stuff?
ShelfSense: Stories Behind Our Stuff typically books industry leaders. Typical guest background: Founders, executives, and experienced practitioners in natural products, sustainable consumer goods, fair trade, regenerative sourcing, or regional food systems. Common among recent guests: Founded or led a recognized purpose-driven consumer brand or industry organization; Built or advanced sustainable sourcing, fair trade, or regional food initiatives; Authored a book or established a track record of leadership in the field. Recent guests include Paul Rice, Shannon Largey, and Kristin Howard.
How hard is it to get booked on ShelfSense: Stories Behind Our Stuff?
Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.
What topics does ShelfSense: Stories Behind Our Stuff cover?
Recent episodes cover Business, Sustainability, Natural Products, Food Systems, and Ethical Consumerism. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.
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