AigoraCast

In-depth conversations with the world's leading sensory scientists, consumer researchers, and AI innovators

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Thorsten Guksch - Asking the Right Question

Hi, I'm Dr. John Ennis, CEO at Aigora. In this episode, I enjoyed speaking with Thorsten Guksch from SAM Sensory and Consumer Research. We talked about what happens when sensory science meets modern data science, focusing on how machine learning turns open-ended consumer language into structured sensory information, and why multisensory measurement captures product experience that a single-sense test misses. I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did, and remember to subscribe to AigoraCast to hear more conversations like this one in the future!

Aigora•August 19, 2026

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Roberto Salas - Plan the Plan

"In this episode, I’m speaking with Roberto Salas, a Global Consumer and Sensory Insights Executive based out of Princeton, New Jersey. With over two decades in the FMCG industry, his career has spanned the globe—starting in Mexico and taking him through South Africa, the UK, Latin America, and eventually to his current work at IFF. We had a fantastic conversation about bridging technical sensory science with deep consumer understanding, and how he translates complex human behavior into actionable commercial growth strategies. Please join me in welcoming Roberto Salas

Aigora•July 20, 2026

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Paula Varela Tomasco - Don't Forget to Think

Welcome to AigoraCast. Conversations with industry experts on how new technologies are impacting sensory and consumer science.

Aigora•July 1, 2026

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Michael Nestrud - Taming the Dragon

Hi, I'm Dr. John Ennis, CEO at Aigora. In this episode I enjoyed speaking with Michael Nesterd, sensory expert and culinary arts professional. Michael is always one of my favorite people to talk with on account of his wide-ranging insights, and ths conversation was no exception. I hope you enjoyed this conversation as much as I did. And remember to subscribe to Aigoracast to hear more conversations like this one in the future.

Aigora•June 24, 2026

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Greg Fodor - Opening Portals

Hi, I’m Dr. John Ennis, CEO at Aigora. In this episode, I enjoyed speaking with Greg Fodor, an innovator based in the San Francisco Bay Area. Greg and I had a fascinating conversation about the future of immersive experiences, the limitations of current VR hardware, and how headset-free technology could completely transform the way consumers interact with digital environments and products. I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did, and remember to subscribe to AigoraCast to hear more conversations like this one in the future!

Aigora•June 18, 2026

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Nicolas Pineau - Making Sense of AI

Hi, I'm Dr. John Ennis, CEO at Aigora. In this episode I enjoyed speaking with Nicolas Pineau of Data Insights. Nicolas shared a lot about his experiences both applying and teaching AI within sensory and consumer science, and I heartily agreed with his perspective that we are just at the beginning of an exciting change in our field. I hope you enjoyed this conversation as much as I did. And remember to subscribe to Aigoracast to hear more conversations like this one in the future.

Aigora•June 9, 2026

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Josh Cook - Agents Do Work

In our latest episode of AigoraCast, I sat down with my friend Josh Cook, a Microsoft MVP (Business Applications) and true master of M365 CoPilot, to talk about how to move past the initial frustration and turn CoPilot into an invaluable, highly productive teammate.

Aigora•May 22, 2026

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Decio Cataldi and Matteo Bonfini - What a Time to Be Alive

In this episode, I had a great conversation with Decio Cataldi and Matteo Bonfini from Adacta International. I particularly enjoyed our discussion on the importance of intentionality when integrating AI, focusing on developing systematic workflows rather than just chasing trends, and how these new tools can supplement but not replace our passion for sensory science.

Aigora•May 6, 2026

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Damir Torrico, PhD - Always Ask

Dr. Damir Torrico joins AigoraCast to discuss flavor perception, his ChatGPT brownie study, and why pushing back on AI is the key to true fluency with it.

Aigora•April 23, 2026

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Wei Qin, PhD: Stretch Your Limits

Hi, I’m Dr. John Ennis, CEO at Aigora. In this episode, I caught up with my longtime friend, Dr. Wei Qin, Global Director of the Insights Center of Excellence at Ingredion.

Aigora•March 25, 2026

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Riccardo Accolla, PhD - The Human Dimension

Discover how neuroscience and AI are transforming food tech on AigoraCast. Dr. John Ennis and Dr. Riccardo Accolla discuss sensory data and consumer emotions.

Aigora•March 17, 2026

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Todd Renn - Don't Check Your Brain at the Door

In this episode of Aigoracast, Dr. John Ennis talks with Todd Renn about his 25-year journey through PepsiCo, Clorox, and beyond. They explore how AI tools like ChatGPT and Claude are revolutionizing sensory science—without replacing the need for human expertise.

John Ennis•December 16, 2025

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