The OG Spice Guy Show is a flavorful blend of insights on spices, seasonings, and entrepreneurship. Hosted by the "OG Spice Guy" - Jonathan Raju, a second-generation leader in a family-owned organic herb and spice business, this podcast explores the rich stories behind the world of organic ingredients, trends in the industry, and tips for sourcing the best products. With his father as CEO and a legacy of expertise to draw from, the show also dives into the unique dynamics of running a family business, sharing lessons on leadership, growth, and entrepreneurial spirit. Perfect for chefs, foodies, and business enthusiasts alike, it’s a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to lead with passion and purpose.
Can Science Create the Perfect Spice Blend? with Ali Bouzari
On this episode of OG Spice Guy, Jonathan Raju from High Quality Organics sits down with food scientist Ali Bouzari to break down the art and science of creating a spice blend, one ingredient at a time.
Together, they explore what culinary science really means and how science helps us understand the way ingredients interact to create flavor. They dig into what separates a truly great spice blend from a mediocre one, examining how each ingredient contributes to the overall taste, balance, aroma, and complexity.
From understanding the purpose behind individual spices to exploring how every component works together, this episode takes you inside the thought process behind building a blend that works.
Whether you're a food industry professional, a spice enthusiast, or simply curious about why certain flavors work so well together, this is a closer look at the science behind the seasonings in your spice cabinet.
In this episode:
What culinary science actually means
How a spice blend is built from the ground up
What separates a great blend from a mediocre one
How individual spices work together to create a balanced flavor profile
6 Oct 2026
El Niño Is Back: Which Crops are in Trouble?
In this October 2026 Market Update, Jonathan Raju, COO of High Quality Organics, breaks down everything you need to know about El Niño and its potential impact on global spice supplies. From shifting rainfall patterns to changing growing conditions, one thing is clear: spices live and die by rainfall.
Cinnamon, clove, nutmeg and mace are among the commodities to watch as changing weather patterns threaten to disrupt growing regions, crop yields and global availability.
Join the OG Spice Guy as he explores the connection between climate and commodity markets, explains why rainfall matters so much to spice production, and examines what the developing El Niño pattern could mean for the industry in the months ahead.
29 Sept 2026
Can New Mexico Replace China for Organic Bell Peppers? (ft Seco Spice)
In this episode (featuring exclusive interviews from the road) OG Spice Guy, Jonathan Raju, travels to New Mexico for an update on High Quality Organics’ partnership with Seco Spice to grow organic bell peppers locally — with the long-term goal of developing New Mexico into a primary source for their organic pepper needs.
For years, sourcing ingredients internationally can mean navigating complex supply chains, including suppliers in China. This project explores whether a domestic growing operation can deliver the quality, consistency, and supply needed to move more of that process closer to home.
We go from seed to table, exploring what happens at every stage of the journey:
Selecting and planting the seed
Growing organic bell peppers in the New Mexico climate
Managing the crop from field to harvest
Understanding processing and quality requirements
Meeting the Seco Spice team behind the project
OG Spice Guy gets an inside look at the challenges, opportunities, and lessons coming out of this HQO and Seco Spice partnership — and what it could mean for both brands moving forward.
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Patrick McComas
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YouTube views
155,418
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Apple Podcasts (US)
5.0 / 5
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Podcast Authority Score: 25 / 100
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YouTube
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Engagement
32
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