Hot Newtopia Now collabs, clean beauty and tariff impacts on chocolate prices

In this episode of The Natural List, hosts Adrienne Smith and Jessica Rubino dive into the excitement of Newtopia Now 2025!  Discover the exciting collaborations happening across product categories and get the inside scoop on how chocolate brands are navigating price challenges amid new tariffs. Our hosts share the exciting number of first-time exhibitors and Jessica and Adrienne share their top picks for food, beverage and personal care brands to see at the show. Plus, learn about the special partnership with Cassandra McClure's Clean Living Collective in the GLOW neighborhood, featuring innovative clean beauty brands.  Episode highlights: 4:45 – It’s Newtopia Now & peak peach season in Denver!  5:00 - Exciting brand collaborations across all categories  7:06 - How ethical chocolate brands are managing tariff challenges  11:20 - NEW! Newtopia Now mobile app launch  12:00 – Newtopia Now numbers: 50% are first-time exhibitors 12:35 - Adrienne's top food & beverage brand picks  14:13 - Spotlight on emerging brands highlighting transparency, USDA organic & regenerative agriculture  17:18 - Clean Living Marketplace partnership with Cassandra McClure  17:45 - Jessica's must-see personal care exhibitors  20:02 - Trending ingredient alert: Shilajit  22:17 - Next week: Newtopia Now education session preview Whether you're an industry veteran or natural products enthusiast, this episode offers valuable insights into the upcoming Newtopia Now tradeshow in Denver, August 20-21st, 2025.