The CocoTerra PODcast: Nib On This – Episode 2

by | Dec 19, 2022 | Chocolate Information

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The holidays are almost here! Are you busy packing your suitcase or getting ready for a long drive to see your family? Don’t worry — we have the perfect travel companion for you. So you don’t get bored on route, we have something new for your listening pleasure.  The second episode of our CocoTerra PODcast called “Nib on This” is now available!

In this second episode, we interview Dr. Charles Kerchner, founder of Zorzal Cacao, a leading organic cacao supplier focused on conserving biodiversity in the Dominican Republic.  His cocoa beans are supplied to craft chocolate makers both domestically and around the globe. 

Dr. Kerchner will share how his career led him to the world of chocolate, some of the challenges he faced along the way, and most of all, his vision for conserving The Future of Chocolate —a future where habitat restoration and climate change mitigation will be key.

You can find more information about Dr. Kerchner and Zorzal Cacao at zorzalcacao.com . Here are some additional links to the various companies and organizations mentioned in this episode: 

​​Each month, we’ll have a different guest speaking about their experience with the wonderful world of chocolate and cacao. The “Nib on This” podcast is all about sharing inspirational chocolate stories from the past and discussing the future of chocolate.  We hope you enjoy listening to the second episode of our “Nib on This” podcast.  If you have a chocolate passion, we are always open to suggestions for topics or guests that have inspired you.  And if you have any comments, do not hesitate to reach out to us from our website or on social media. We are on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn.

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