8K
Downloads
104
Episodes
This podcast dives deep into the commercial baking industry. Every season, a new guest shares their insights on innovation through the lens of becoming more sustainable, growing a family-owned business, debunking myths and more. Hosted by Joanie Spencer, editor-in-chief of Commercial Baking.
Episodes
May 3, 2026
May 3, 2026
33 min
Welcome to Season 19 of the Troubleshooting Innovation podcast. We're talking with Kristen Boschetto, owner and GM of Boston Baking, to learn how generations of baking experience can lead a midsize bakery straight to the future. Sponsored by Tutor Intelligence.
In our first episode, we meet Kristen, a fourth-generation baker leading a second-generation bakery.
Mar 29, 2026
Mar 29, 2026
31 min
Welcome to Season 18 of the Troubleshooting Innovation podcast. Nick Fallucca, chief product and innovation officer at Palermo’s, explores what leadership, product development and growth look like for this third-generation pizzaiolo. Sponsored by HaFSBX.
In our fifth and final episode, Nick talks about what the future looks like for the Palermo family … and its family of brands.
Mar 22, 2026
Mar 22, 2026
31 min
Welcome to Season 18 of the Troubleshooting Innovation podcast. Nick Fallucca, chief product and innovation officer at Palermo’s, explores what leadership, product development and growth look like for this third-generation pizzaiolo. Sponsored by HaFSBX.
In Episode 4, we hear Nick’s perspective on what it’s like for a family business to become a household name.
Mar 15, 2026
Mar 15, 2026
29 min
Welcome to Season 18 of the Troubleshooting Innovation podcast. Nick Fallucca, chief product and innovation officer at Palermo’s, explores what leadership, product development and growth look like for this third-generation pizzaiolo. Sponsored by HaFSBX.
In Episode 3, we tap into Nick’s product innovation expertise and learn what it truly takes to make craft pizza at scale.
Mar 8, 2026
Mar 8, 2026
32 min
Welcome to Season 18 of the Troubleshooting Innovation podcast. Nick Fallucca, chief product and innovation officer at Palermo’s, explores what leadership, product development and growth look like for this third-generation pizzaiolo. Sponsored by HaFSBX.
In Episode 2, Nick walks us through how Palermo’s has grown from a neighborhood pizzeria to a nationally known pizza brand and private-label pizza manufacturer.
Mar 1, 2026
Mar 1, 2026
31 min
Welcome to Season 18 of the Troubleshooting Innovation podcast. Nick Fallucca, chief product and innovation officer at Palermo’s, explores what leadership, product development and growth look like for this third-generation pizzaiolo. Sponsored by HaF Equipment.
In our first episode, we get to know Nick and the Fallucca family history.
Nov 30, 2025
Nov 30, 2025
23 min
Welcome to Season 17 of the Troubleshooting Innovation podcast. Spiros Assimacopoulos, president and CEO of The Good Bread Co., shares his journey through automation, expansions and more ... all to share the time-honored tradition of artisan bread. Sponsored by WP Bakery Group USA.
In our fifth and final episode, Spiros reflects on how his entrepreneurial and growth experiences are shaping the future. And we might find out if — and how — he would have done it all differently.
Nov 23, 2025
Nov 23, 2025
28 min
Welcome to Season 17 of the Troubleshooting Innovation podcast. Spiros Assimacopoulos, president and CEO of The Good Bread Co., shares his journey through automation, expansions and more ... all to share the time-honored tradition of artisan bread. Sponsored by WP Bakery Group USA.
In our fourth episode, we are discovering operational pain points post-acquisition and the challenges that come with rebranding, expanding and adopting a new corporate identity.
Nov 16, 2025
Nov 16, 2025
34 min
Welcome to Season 17 of the Troubleshooting Innovation podcast. Spiros Assimacopoulos, president and CEO of The Good Bread Co., shares his journey through automation, expansions and more ... all to share the time-honored tradition of artisan bread. Sponsored by WP Bakery Group USA.
In our third episode, we’re experiencing the growth journey through an acquisition, operational integration and rebranding from Michigan Bread to The Good Bread Co.
Nov 9, 2025
Nov 9, 2025
40 min
Welcome to Season 17 of the Troubleshooting Innovation podcast. Spiros Assimacopoulos, president and CEO of The Good Bread Co., shares his journey through automation, expansions and more ... all to share the time-honored tradition of artisan bread. Sponsored by WP Bakery Group.
In our second episode, Spiros shares lessons learned in the early days as The Good Bread Co. stepped into automation.