Inside the Melon: The Watermelon Industry Podcast
An original podcast series from the National Watermelon Association focused on the issues, innovations, and opportunities shaping the future of watermelon production and promotion.
Episodes
Jul 6, 2026
Jul 6, 2026
1 min
Welcome to Inside the Melon: The Watermelon Industry Podcast, brought to you by the National Watermelon Association.
Hosted by Executive Director George Szczepanski, Inside the Melon takes you behind the scenes of the watermelon industry through conversations with growers, researchers, industry experts, advocates, and leaders from across the supply chain. Each episode explores the innovations, challenges, and opportunities shaping the future of watermelon production, promotion, and sustainability.
Whether you're a longtime member of the industry or simply interested in the people and ideas driving it forward, Inside the Melon offers practical insights, expert perspectives, and stories that celebrate the collaboration and innovation keeping the watermelon industry strong for generations to come.
Subscribe now and join us for our first full episode.
Meet Your Host
George Szczepanski serves as executive director of the National Watermelon Association (NWA), where he works alongside growers, shippers, retailers, researchers, and industry partners to support and strengthen the watermelon industry.
As host of Inside the Melon: The Watermelon Industry Podcast, George brings listeners inside the conversations shaping the future of the industry. From production and research to advocacy, sustainability, and innovation, he sits down with experts and leaders from across the supply chain to share practical insights, new ideas, and the stories behind the people who keep the watermelon industry moving forward.
With a passion for building connections and fostering collaboration, George is committed to helping NWA members stay informed, engaged, and prepared for the opportunities and challenges ahead. Whether you're a longtime industry professional or new to the world of watermelons, George welcomes you Inside the Melon for conversations that celebrate the people, partnerships, and innovation at the heart of the watermelon industry.