Gage Mitchell

Creative Director

6 articles · Feb 2026Apr 2026

Studios:Modern Species

Articles & interviews

  • Holly Xing Builds Better Coffee with Eightbillion

    PRINT Magazine’s podcast feature highlights Holly Xing, founder of Eightbillion, and her creation of JostArriba, an instant coffee infused with nootropic and adaptogenic ingredients for brain health and well-being. The episode explores her scientific background, the brand’s B Corp certification journey, and its commitment to sustainability through compostable packaging and partnerships like EatReal.

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  • Blue Bottle Coffee’s CEO on Scaling with Quality and Sustainability

    PRINT Magazine’s podcast feature highlights Blue Bottle Coffee CEO Karl Strovink discussing how the brand scales while maintaining quality and sustainability. The conversation touches on leadership, community, climate challenges, and the company’s carbon neutrality achievement. Hosted by Gage Mitchell of Modern Species, the episode is part of the 'Brands for a Better World' series.

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  • Supporting Organic Farms with TOPP Leaders Ben Bowell and Jessy Beckett Parr

    PRINT Magazine’s podcast feature highlights the Transition to Organic Partnership Program (TOPP), a USDA initiative supporting farmers transitioning to organic practices. Guests Ben Bowell and Jessy Beckett Parr discuss the program’s collaborative structure, mentorship model, and community-based approach. The episode also notes Modern Species’ role in developing the 2025 Impact Report that helped secure continued funding for the program.

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  • Cassidy Johnston on Cows, Quality, and Scaling Ranches

    This PRINTCast episode features Cassidy Johnston of JRC Ranch Consulting discussing her journey from city life to becoming a first-generation rancher and consultant. Hosted by Gage Mitchell of Modern Species, the conversation explores sustainable ranching, communication between agricultural and corporate sectors, and the importance of quality and collaboration in building a better food system.

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  • Madelyn Morris on Honey, Health, and Building Mickelberry Gardens

    This PRINTCast episode features Madelyn Morris, co-owner of Mickelberry Gardens, discussing her journey building a honey-based herbal wellness brand. She shares insights on oxymels, sustainable sourcing, and the value of B Corp certification, while offering advice for entrepreneurs on resilience and adaptability. The conversation is part of the 'Brands for a Better World' podcast hosted by Gage Mitchell of Modern Species.

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  • Three Latin Food Brands Merge Into One Unified Company

    PRINT Magazine’s article covers the merger of three Latin-American food brands—Tuyyo, Nemi, and Todo Verde—into a unified company under the Tuyyo Foods name. Founders Stefanie Garcia Turner, Jocelyn Ramirez, and Regina Trillo discuss their shared mission to amplify Latin-American food culture, streamline operations, and expand their impact through collaboration. The piece highlights their strategic alignment, cost efficiencies, and shared values driving the merger.

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