Rip visits with Bruce Friedrich, founder of the Good Food Institute and author of Meat, to explore the future of protein—and why alternative meat could reshape our global food system.

Bruce breaks down the science and differences behind plant-based, cultivated, and fermented meat—and explains why innovation, not restriction, may be the key to meaningful change.

From global hunger and climate impact to food security and economic opportunity, this conversation connects the dots between what’s on our plate and the future of humanity.

Key Takeaways:

Why meat consumption continues to rise globally—and why that matters
The hidden costs of industrial animal agriculture
The three types of alternative meat: plant-based, cultivated, and fermented
Why taste and price—not ethics—drive consumer behavior
The surprising role governments play in shaping food systems
How alternative proteins could improve food security and resilience
Why plant-based meat may be healthier than commonly believed
What needs to happen to scale alternative meat globally

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