The Pour Decisions Podcast

The Future of Functional Soda with DON'T QUIT: Why Every Retailer Wants Protein Soda

What if soda could fuel your day — and your muscles? In this episode of Pour Decisions, Mark French (Founder & CEO of DON’T QUIT) and Chris Van Dusen (Senior Partner at Psycho Capital) sit down with Dino Sarti of LA Libations and Joshua Schall, CPG strategist, to talk about their groundbreaking protein soda, game-changing retail wins, and what it takes to build a brand that breaks every rule — and still wins.
From working with Keurig Dr Pepper and Madison Square Garden, to locking down shelf space at Walmart, CVS, and Albertsons — this is the real story of what happens when execution meets innovation.

A conversation with Larry T about Alc-a-chino

Sit down with beverage beverage innovation legend Larry Trachtenbroit about all things new and exciting

Kevin Klein from The World Famous KROQ breaks down challenges and lessons learned in the Beverage Business

Successful radio host, Kevin Klein, sits down to discuss Pie Wine - The official wine of Pizza.  Moving from a tough business to another tough business is not easy, but Kevin brings humility, work ethic and grit to the canned wine business
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TOM HOLLAND Reflects on Sobriety & How He Built BERO, a Premium Non-Alcoholic Beer

What happens when a global superstar turns pain into purpose—and builds a wellness brand with authenticity at its core?
 
In this exclusive interview recorded live at The Beverage Forum 2025, we sit down with BERO co-founders Tom Holland & John Herman, along with Dino Sarti, Co-Founder of LA Libations, to dive deep into the story behind one of the most talked-about emerging non-alcoholic beer brands, BERO.
 
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An Entrepreneur's Guide to Freedom - Mark Rampolla Tells All

What happens when you reach your biggest goal… and still don’t feel free? Mark Rampolla — founder of ZICO Coconut Water, investor, and author of An Entrepreneur’s Guide to Freedom — opens up about the myths of success, the emotional toll of entrepreneurship, and the lessons that matter most after the exit. In this episode of Pour Decisions, hosted by Dino Sarti and Danny Stepper of LA Libations, Mark shares raw stories from building ZICO into a category leader, selling to Coca-Cola, buying the brand back, and redefining what winning looks like. Whether you’re a founder, investor, or just chasing a big goal, this conversation will challenge how you think about freedom, money, and purpose.

How Lewis Hamilton’s Non-Alcoholic Spirit Is Disrupting the Tequila Industry with Moisés Guindi

Can you really make a non-alcoholic spirit that honors the soul of tequila? In this exclusive episode of the Pour Decisions Podcast, we sit down with Moisés Guindi, tequila master and co-founder of Almave, Lewis Hamilton’s trailblazing non-alcoholic agave brand. Hosted by Dino Sarti, this conversation dives deep into the heart of tequila culture — and how Almave is doing things differently by skipping just one step: fermentation.

Brad Schultz CEO and Co-Founder of Beatbox

In this electrifying episode of Pour Decisions Podcast, LA Libations Co-Founder Dino Sarti sits down with Brad Schultz, co-founder and CEO of BeatBox—one of the most fun (and fastest-growing) brands in the beverage space. From wine bar brainstorming sessions to Shark Tank fame, and now to 125,000+ retail locations, Brad walks us through the hustle, heartbreak, pivots, packaging changes, and party-forward strategy that built a cultural icon.

Buster Houston - VP National Merchandising at Albertsons Companies

The beverage aisle has never been more complicated — or more full of opportunity. A top leader from Albertsons break down how they’re navigating the chaos, curating new categories, and betting big on innovation. This episode of Pour Decisions Podcast features a powerful conversation between Dino Sarti of LA Libations and Buster Houston, Albertsons VP of National Merchandising, and CPG Strategist, Joshua Schall. Together, they unpack how one of America’s largest grocery chains thinks about product placement, emerging categories, influencer marketing, and the future of center store. You’ll hear how Albertsons evaluates new brands, how the “blurring of the lines” is affecting shelf strategy, and why even placement decisions between the beverage aisle and produce can make or break a brand.

Advantage Solutions CEO, Dave Peacock

We sit down for an engaging conversation with Dave Peacock, CEO of Advantage Solutions, about his journey and the state of the industry.  Dave has served as CEO of Anheuser-Busch Inbev, President and COO of Schnucks Markets and currently CEO Advantage Solutions.