What makes salt… real? 🧂

In this episode of The OG Spice Guy Podcast, HQO’s VP Jonathan Raju sits down with Darryl Bosshardt, grandson of the founder of Redmond Real Salt, to uncover the incredible story of how a family farm in Utah turned an ancient seabed into one of the most trusted names in natural salt.

From mining pure, unrefined salt in Redmond, Utah, to busting common salt myths, this episode dives deep into the science, history, and heart behind one of the world’s most essential minerals—and why HQO and Redmond’s partnership proves that great ingredients start with great stewardship.

You’ll discover:

🌎 The 70-year family story behind Redmond Real Salt and its connection to ancient seabeds

💡 The 3 questions every brand should ask when sourcing salt, herbs, or spices

🧂 The real difference between table salt, kosher salt, sea salt, and Himalayan salt

⚗️ Why purity and mineral balance matter more than marketing buzzwords

🤝 How HQO and Redmond are redefining what it means to be “real” in the natural food industry

From wartime innovation to modern sustainability, Jonathan and Darryl explore how transparency, tradition, and trust come together to create flavor that lasts generations.

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