The Plant Based News Podcast

Welcome back to another episode of the Plant Based News podcast! Today I am joined by David Bucca, founder and CEO of food-tech startup Change Foods - a precision fermentation tech company creating animal-free dairy products. David is a passionate food industry professional with expertise in alternative proteins. With close to a decade of experience in food innovation, David has been at the forefront of creating sustainable, ethical, and healthier alternatives to animal-based foods. David was motivated to launch Change Foods after becoming vegan overnight in 2017. Change Foods is at the forefront of using precision fermentation to create animal-free dairy products that taste and perform just like traditional dairy, without any of the negative environmental impacts. David's work at Change Foods has been recognized globally, and the company has been named one of the top food-tech startups to watch by Forbes. Follow David on Instagram here - https://www.instagram.com/davidbucca The PBN Podcast is hosted and produced by Robbie Lockie, edited by Phil Marriott and researched and scripted by Antonia Georgieva. 00:00:00 An introduction to David Bucca 00:03:05 Discovering the plant-based lifestyle 00:06:13 Making the transition from Aerospace to food 00:10:30 Change Foods / Precision Fermentation 00:16:23 The difference between plant-based cheese and a cheese made with Precision Fermentation 00:23:30 Consumer awareness 00:29:00 Milked documentary clip 00:30:00 Is Precision Fermentation cheese healthier than dairy cheese? 00:37:51 Is Precision Fermentation vegan? 00:45:00 Advice for entrepreneurs 00:49:40 What happens to cows in the dairy industry 00:52:55 Stranded on a desert island

Welcome back to another episode of the PBN podcast! Today we have Philip Lymbery Global Chief Executive of animal welfare charity 'Compassion in World Farming'. Philip is an ornithologist, photographer, dedicated animal advocate and award-winning author who has been leading Compassion for more than a decade. His critically acclaimed books, Farmageddon: The true cost of cheap meat, and Dead Zone: where the wild things were, were the first mainstream books to show factory farming as a major driver of wildlife declines and at the heart of what needs to change to stave off the climate, nature and pandemic emergencies now facing humanity. His third book, Sixty Harvests Left: How to reach a nature-friendly future, will be published by Bloomsbury in August 2022. Find out more about Compassion in World Farming here - https://www.ciwf.org.uk/ The PBN Podcast is hosted and produced by Robbie Lockie, edited by Phil Marriott and researched and scripted by Antonia Georgieva. 00:00:00 An introduction to Philip Lymbery 00:03:45 The beginning of Philip’s vegan story 00:07:35 Compassion in World Farming - a history of the world's leading farm animal welfare organisation campaigning to end factory farming and stop farm animal suffering 00:19:09 Feeling frustrations 00:24:35 Sixty Harvests Left - Philip’s latest book 00:29:30 The best ways that advocates should be using their time to awaken the minds of the masses 00:35:00 Regenerative Agriculture 00:44:30 A vision of the future: what does it look like for our planet? 00:49:26 Government action 00:58:50 Netflix documentary My Octopus Teacher 01:00:00 What’s happening with the advent of octopus farming 01:04:00 Campaigns that CIWF are running, plus other successes 01:06:36 Stranded on a desert island

Welcome back to another episode of the Plant Based News Podcast! I am joined today by a remarkable young person, Tabay Atkins, who is known for his work as a vegan chef, philanthropist, plant-based advocate, and America’s youngest yoga teacher. Tabay discovered his passion for yoga after witnessing his mum’s battle with cancer and the positive effects that yoga practice had in her recovery. He became the youngest certified yoga teacher at age 11 and later went on to complete 500-hour Vinyasa certification yoga teacher at age 14. His incredible journey has led him to work on campaigns with big brands such as Nike. He is passionate about sharing his practice of yoga, vegan cooking, and healthy living and using his platform for social change and giving back to his community. Putting his money where his mouth is, in 2022 at only 16 years old, Tabay launched his own business, Tabay’s Mindful Kitchen – a vegan food truck in Orange County, California. Acknowledging the roots and what catapulted him on this journey, he donates his earnings from his successful ventures to help cancer patients. The PBN Podcast is hosted and produced by Robbie Lockie, edited by Phil Marriott and researched and scripted by Antonia Georgieva. 00:00:00 An introduction to Tabay Atkins 00:11:02 12 year-old Tabay’s Harry Connick Jr TV appearance (2017) 00:13:20 The interconnecting ideas between veganism and Ahimsa - the yoga practice 00:16:50 Why do some people practice the non-harming yoga practice Ahimsa but still eat animals? 00:23:41 Living by the mantra: “Think good thoughts, speak kind words, feel love, be love, give love” 00:27:38 Working with sports brand Nike 00:30:35 The lack of support for young people and their aspirations 00:36:20 The importance of nutrition 00:44:10 Tabay’s Mindful Kitchen 00:48:55 Tabay’s relationship with food 00:53:20 The power of celebrity 00:55:20 Advice for those who are overwhelmed by modern life 01:02:00 LEGO is a form of therapy 01:04:00 Stranded on a desert island

It is my pleasure to welcome you back to another episode of the Plant Based News podcast. Joining me this time we have Baltimore-based vegan advocate, content creator, and spiritual wellness coach Jamila Anahata, best known for her platform The Soulful Veganista. Jamila is passionate about empowering people with her work, particularly those experiencing marginalization, helping them live more authentically. She often covers topics like self-empowerment, spirituality and living authentically. Find out more about Jamila here - https://www.thesoulfulveganista.com/ The PBN Podcast is hosted and produced by Robbie Lockie, edited by Phil Marriott and researched and scripted by Antonia Georgieva. 00:00:00 Introduction to Jamila Anahata 00:02:30 Beginning the vegan journey 00:04:42 Earthlings 00:07:00 The food culture of Jamila’s childhood 00:12:00 Racial inequality within the food system and how it directly correlates to the rate at which people of colour suffer from disproportionately higher rates of chronic disease. 00:15:04 Living in a society which is dominated by a capitalist food system 00:21:10 The power of Spirituality 00:27:55 The importance of community 00:35:19 How veganism is perceived within the black community 00:43:55 Generational trauma 00:48:00 The transformative power of creating content online 00:50:10 What does the future look like for Jamila Anahata? 00:52:50 Advice for people wanting to believe in themselves 00:56:04 Stranded on a desert island

Welcome back to another episode of the Plant Based News podcast! Today we are delving deeper into the rise of the vegan fashion industry, as I am joined by fashion designer and activist Sarah Regensburger. Sarah Regensburger launched her namesake sustainable vegan fashion brand in 2018 to platform a vision of creativity with no boundaries, made for rebels with a cause. The Sarah Regensburger collections stand for unapologetic individuality, diversity, and a more sustainable future. The PBN Podcast is hosted and produced by Robbie Lockie, edited by Phil Marriott and researched and scripted by Antonia Georgieva. 00:00:00 An introduction to Sarah Regensburger 00:02:30 Discovering the vegan lifestyle 00:05:20 Starting out in fashion 00:08:00 Experiences within the fashion industry 00:09:25 Paris Fashion Week 00:13:45 The Power of Fashion with Maria Raveendran - Ted Talk 00:16:30 Fashion is a feeling 00:18:44 Joshua Katcher on the fur industry 00:20:40 The use of animals in fashion: what are the alternatives? 00:24:48 Slay - the documentary 00:28:46 Sarah Regensburger’s fashion brand 00:32:15 The inspirations behind Sarah’s collections 00:34:10 Cultural identity and how fashion represents a lifestyle 00:38:00 Fast fashion / Fashion on a budget 00:41:00 Celebrity representing sustainable fashion 00:42:20 Lady Gaga on the meat dress (British Vogue) 00:48:20 Future plans 00:49:40 Stranded on a desert island

Welcome back to another episode of the Plant Based News podcast! Macken Murphy is a graduate of Boston University, where he completed a dual major in History and Biological Anthropology in 2020 and was honored as the student speaker for the 2020 commencement. He then went on to pursue a postgraduate degree in Cognitive and Evolutionary Anthropology at Oxford. The PBN Podcast is hosted and produced by Robbie Lockie, edited by Phil Marriott and researched and scripted by Antonia Georgieva. 00:00:00 An introduction to Macken Murphy 00:03:00 Discovering the vegan lifestyle 00:06:00 The shift in consciousness 00:12:20 Cognitive dissonance 00:23:30 The similarities between human behaviour and the way animals live 00:25:00 The Species Podcast 00:41:40 The levels of awareness in humans and animals 00:50:00 Could humans be labeled as a parasitic species? 00:54:00 Why young people appreciate the Species podcast 01:00:00 Discussing the ethics of veganism in the Species podcast 01:04:10 Is veganism morally superior to carnistic culture? 01:11:00 Evolution 01:25:30 Stranded on a desert island

This episode is sponsored by ZenB. Get your hands on delicious award winning plant-based products at - www.zenb.co.uk (Use ‘PBN40’ & save 40%) Welcome back to another episode of the Plant Based News podcast! This time we're thrilled to be joined by activist, author, and consultant Emma Hakansson, whose work in the fashion industry has set the tone for ethical fashion, raising awareness around the deep-seated issues of the industry. Emma is the founding director of ethical production agency Willow Creative and not-for-profit Collective Fashion Justice, working for a fashion industry that prioritises animals, people and the planet before profit. The PBN Podcast is hosted and produced by Robbie Lockie, edited by Phil Marriott and researched and scripted by Antonia Georgieva. 00:00:00 An introduction to Emma Hakansson 00:04:10 The beginning of Emma’s vegan story 00:07:00 The power of animal agriculture in Australia 00:10:30 How Emma avoids being depressed when fighting for animals 00:13:50 SPONSOR - Zen B ad 00:14:23 Total Liberation for all 00:19:30 The horrors of the fashion industry 00:23:50 Clip from Willow and Claude fashion documentary 00:25:45 The environmental impact of the fashion industry 00:30:40 Green washing 00:33:30 The egotistical activist 00:40:00 The difficulty with finding sustainable fashion which is accessible and affordable 00:44:20 Slay - a documentary by Rebecca Cappelli 00:50:50 How Veganism Can Save Us - A book by Emma Hakansson 01:00:50 Stranded on a desert island

Welcome back to another episode of the Plant Based News podcast. We are joined today by Dr. Nitu Bajekal, also known as “the plant-based gynae”. Dr. Nitu is a gynaecologist with over 35 years’ experience in Women’s Health. She provides medical and holistic care for women with a variety of health concerns. Her expertise in menopause, fibroids, polycystic ovarian syndrome (or PCOS) and cervical cancer screening makes her one of the leading experts in the field. The PBN Podcast is hosted and produced by Robbie Lockie, Edited by Phil Marriott. 00:00:00 An introduction to Dr. Nitu Bajekal 00:05:06 How Dr. Nitu discovered the plant-based lifestyle 00:10:30 What led Dr. Nitu to medicine and gynaecology 00:17:30 Being your own advocate and understanding your own body 00:20:30 Smashing myths and false information about medicine 00:26:00 Body autonomy and women’s health 00:36:00 Why does it seem like we’re in an uphill battle when it comes to encouraging people to adopt a plant-based lifestyle? 00:40:00 Understanding endometriosis: what are the signs that women should look out for? 00:45:20 Hormonal health: how common is polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)? 00:52:30 What are the facts about soy? Is it safe to eat soy? 01:00:55 Advice for medical professionals to encourage patients to embrace a plant-based diet 01:05:00 Stranded on a desert island

Todays episode is supported by our friends over at lovecomplement.com - check out their epic January deals to support your new years resolutions. Today we have the pleasure of sitting down with vegan cook, author, and creator of the popular vegan blog Rainbow Plant Life, Nisha Vora, whose intriguing life journey has led her from pursuing a career as a lawyer to teaching people how to master healthy and delicious vegan cooking at home. At Rainbow Plant Life, which she has been running full time since 2019, Nisha teaches people how to create delicious vegan comfort foods. In 2019, she also published The Vegan Instant Pot Cookbook full of wholesome, indulgent, plant-based recipes, which she developed, wrote, and photographed herself. Nisha’s work has been featured across publications including CNN, Buzzfeed, Forbes, Glamour, Elle, Refinery 29 and others. She is continuing to grow Rainbow Plant Life on Instagram and Youtube and is working towards her second cookbook. Welcome! The PBN Podcast is hosted and produced by Robbie Lockie, Edited by Phil Marriott. Show Notes: 00:00:00 An introduction to Nisha Vora 00:03:30 Discovering the vegan lifestyle 00:07:00 Learning how the food system works during childhood 00:09:30 Experiencing bullying and racism 00:11:45 Crafting recipes and learning how to cook 00:20:30 Advice for people who are stuck in a job they hate 00:26:36 Imposter syndrome 00:30:10 Starting up the Rainbow Plant Life brand 00:34:30 The challenges of being a woman in business 00:37:10 Dealing with negativity and hostility on social media 00:42:35 Where does Nisha’s food inspiration come from? 00:46:45 How has Nisha learnt about food pairings? 00:48:30 The sensitivities and respect shown when creating and sharing recipes 00:51:30 Advice for those new to veganism 00:55:00 Sustainability 00:56:50 Stranded on a desert island

Welcome back to another week of the Plant Based News podcast. We have a very special guest on today’s episode. Best known for her roles in cult classics such as Clueless and The Crush, our guest on the podcast today is none other than actress, entrepreneur, and vegan advocate Alicia Silverstone. Becoming vegan in her early 20s, she first made the lifestyle change out of consideration for animal welfare. Since the early 2000s, she has been a strong advocate for animal rights and has participated in several PETA ad campaigns promoting veganism. Discovering the health benefits of a plant-based diet, she co-created myKind Organics vitamin line – a certified organic, non-GMO vegan supplement range. The supplements are crafted from real whole foods offering clean nutrition that is good for the environment and good for our bodies. Alicia is now the host of The Real Heal with Alicia Silverstone from iHeartMedia, where she sits down with guests each week to talk candidly about health, healing, and cutting through the noise of our busy lives, covering topics like self-love, nurturing children, ocean conservation and more. She has also chronicled her journey towards a more conscious way of eating in her New York Times bestseller, "The Kind Diet: A Simple Guide to Feeling Great, Losing Weight, and Saving the Planet" and her second book, "The Kind Mama." Her website, thekindlife.com, is a platform for health and eco-living. I am thrilled to welcome Alicia to the Plant Based News podcast and talk about her vegan journey and all things wellness, nutrition, and self-care. Welcome, Alicia! *Show Notes* 00:00:00 An Introduction to Alicia Silverstone 00:02:14 How Alicia discovered the vegan lifestyle 00:07:19 The Witness documentary and the impact the movie had on Alicia 00:12:50 The Kind Life books: The Kind Diet and The Kind Mama 00:24:40 How the media attention has affected Alicia with her vegan message 00:31:44 How Alicia has maintained her positive mental wellness 00:36:30 The Real Heal Podcast 00:45:43 The challenges that vegans face 00:47:30 How Alicia avoids the dangers of burn-out 00:50:30 Would Cher Horowitz (Alicia’s character in Clueless be a vegan?) 00:52:00 Stranded on a desert island Produced and Presented by Robbie Lockie, Edited by Phil Marriott

Welcome back to another episode of the Plant Based News podcast! This week I am delighted to welcome to the podcast animal advocate and founder of Barn Sanctuary Dan McKernan. Dan’s journey of animal advocacy goes back a few years to when he decided to leave a successful, high-paying job in the tech industry in Austin, Texas. He decided to return to his home in rural Michigan and was intent on transforming his family’s 140-year-old farm into a safe haven for farmed animals. This is how in 2016 Barn Sanctuary was formed. Barn Sanctuary in Chelsea, Michigan is dedicated to rescuing and rehabilitating abused and neglected farmed animals in need. It is currently home to over 100 rescued farmed animals, which reside within the 70-acre property. Barn Sanctuary exemplifies Dan’s mission to change the way the world views farmed animals and help lead society towards a more compassionate and plant-based lifestyle. The PBN Podcast is hosted and produced by Robbie Lockie, Edited by Phil Marriott. Learn more about Dan and Barn Sanctuary here -https://www.barnsanctuary.org/ 00:00:00 An Introduction to Dan McKernan 00:04:10 Discovering the vegan and plant-based lifestyle 00:06:48 Detaching from the misconceptions that being vegan is not masculine 00:14:45 The transition from being tech nerd to founder of Barn Sanctuary 00:19:35 What happens on the animal sanctuary 00:27:10 Stories of visitors at the sanctuary 00:31:00 Dealing with the loss of animals cared for at the sanctuary 00:38:21 Dreaming of the perfect future for animals 00:42:00 Mercy For Animals: Transfarmation 00:43:00 Saved By The Barn TV Show 00:51:35 This Farm is a Family - a book for children 00:58:40 Stranded on a desert island

Welcome back to another episode of the Plant Based News Podcast! We are joined by a familiar face, environmentalist, scientist, and educator Matthew Shribman. Last time Matthew was on the podcast we talked about environmentalism and ways in which we communicate the scientific facts about the current state of our planet and the climate crisis. As an educator and a science communicator, Matthew has made significant strides in educating people on the importance of action and solutions. Today we are sitting down to discuss more about his journey, his mission, and his continued work in education through his platform AimHi Earth. We will delve deeper into the role of science, education, and communication in mobilizing people in to taking action. Follow AimHi Earth here - https://www.instagram.com/aimhilive/ Find out more about Matthew here - http://www.matthewshribman.com/ Image of Matthew is from the 'HalfCut Campaign' which raised awareness about how half of the world’s forests are GONE. Find out more here - https://go.halfcut.org/abouthalfcutcampaign The PBN Podcast is hosted and produced by Robbie Lockie, Edited by Phil Marriott. 00:00:00 An introduction to Matthew Shribman 00:03:19 What Matthew has been up to since the last PBN chat 00:07:45 Learning about Earth 00:10:55 The nature of Consciousness 00:21:00 The importance of connecting with nature 00:25:30 The challenges of educating / making information accessible 00:28:40 Creating content on TikTok and other platforms 00:33:16 Eco anxiety: how we can stay positive and hopeful 00:39:16 Predicting the future: what does the Earth look like? 00:43:55 Are we a parasitic species? 00:51:37 Rewriting the script for humankind

Today on the PBN Podcast, we are joined by two special guests – Nicola Harris & Anita Krajnc of Plant Based Treaty, an international movement and grassroots campaign designed to put food systems at the forefront of combating the climate crisis. Anita Krajnc is co-founder of Toronto Pig Save and the global Animal Save Movement. The groups bear witness to animals at slaughterhouses and are dedicated to promoting an equitable, eco-friendly vegan vision for the world through grassroots activism. She has participated in numerous campaigns and initiatives such as the Great Bear Rainforest Campaign where she met environmental activist Tzeporah Berman, who now chairs the Fossil Fuel Nonproliferation Treaty. Anita received her Ph.D. in Political Science from the University of Toronto, and she has also taught university courses on social movement strategies. With over 20 years experience in pressure campaigning in the UK, Nicola Harris serves as Plant Based Treaty’s Director of Communications. She studied Psychology and Computing at Bournemouth University. This laid the foundation for learning how to apply our knowledge of human memory and information processing in communication, copywriting and media strategies. Nicola coordinates the Plant Based Treaty’s online activity and digital campaigns, ensuring that their work has maximum reach and impact. 00:00:00 An introduction to Nicola Harris & Anita Krajnc 00:03:00 The start of Nicola and Anita’s commitment to veganism 00:07:00 How Nicola and Anita came to work together 00:09:32 Animal Save Movement: The principles and ideas behind the global network 00:13:35 Examining the positive impacts of bearing witness 00:17:30 How has bearing witness impacted Nicola and Anita’s experience as a vegan advocate? 00:21:00 The most effective ways in which we can advocate without showing too much graphic detail of animal suffering 00:27:00 How The Plant Based Treaty began 00:32:00 The most surprising things that Nicola has noticed during the Plant Based Treaty journey 00:33:45 The key things that people need to know about our food system and how it impacts climate breakdown 00:38:10 How can we fight apathy? 00:40:00 What needs to be done to address the harmful effects of animal agriculture? 00:45:45 Nicola Harris on becoming the victim of state repression and being imprisoned during her fight for animal welfare 00:51:00 Anita Krajnc on the importance of Gandhi's teachings 00:56:30 The future of the Plant Based Treaty campaigns 01:01:50 Stranded on a desert island

Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based News podcast, where I am joined today by the President and CEO of the Institute of Plant-Based Medicine gastroenterologist Dr. Angie Sadeghi. Based in California, Dr. Sadeghi is an expert in the digestive system and a passionate vegan advocate. She is committed to helping people through an integrative approach that helps them lead healthier and longer lives. Dr. Angie’s personal journey is what has inspired her to help patients stay fit and healthy through nutrition and fitness. She had previously suffered from health problems such as severe eczema, elevated cholesterol, fatigue, and was overweight. After being vegetarian for several years, in 2014 she switched to a whole-food plant-based diet and adopted regular fitness into her lifestyle. This proved to be transformative for her, restoring her health and improving her physical fitness in a short span of time. She lost 30lbs of weight in 8 months and even gained the confidence to enter into a fitness competition. Today Dr. Angie heads the Institute of Plant-Based Medicine whose mission is to treat, prevent, and reverse disease using a multi-speciality approach combining plant-based nutrition with evidence-based medicine. She continues her work of treating her patients and educating fellow physicians and healthcare professionals on the positive impact of evidence based nutrition on health and disease.

We have a very exciting guest joining us on this episode of the PBN Podcast - American actor and director Paul Wesley. Best known for his lead role as Stefan Salvatore in the drama series The Vampire Diaries, Paul has been an advocate for animal rights for many years. Speaking up against the unnecessary suffering of animals, over the years he has participated in events and supported activist organizations such as Mercy For Animals and Farm Sanctuary. Follow Paul on Instagram here - https://www.instagram.com/paulwesley/ The PBN Podcast is hosted and produced by Robbie Lockie, Edited by Phil Marriott. 00:00:00 An Introduction to Paul Wesley 00:03:36 The beginning of Paul’s vegan journey 00:05:42 Cowspiracy Trailer clip 00:06:22 Being inspired by news outlets and activists on social media 00:07:10 Experiencing pushback from friends for sharing the vegan message 00:13:03 The challenges of being a vegan who works in the film industry 00:15:00 The future of meat 00:17:00 How Paul maintains his health 00:19:30 Looking after your pets 00:25:00 Carnism 00:30:27 ‘Animal Agriculture and our Food System with Paul Wesley’ [Farm Sanctuary clip] 00:32:51 Engaging with celebrities such as Cardi B and politicians like senator Cory Booker 00:36:50 How important is it to preserve the meaning of being vegan? 00:39:52 ‘They’re Trying To Kill Us’: the American documentary film co-directed and produced by John Lewis and Keegan Kuhn [including clips] 00:43:50 The future of factory farming 00:44:46 ‘Animal Agriculture and our Food System with Paul Wesley’ [Farm Sanctuary clip 2] 00:46:00 ‘Don’t Look Up’: the American apocalyptical political satire black comedy movie, written, co-produced, and directed by Adam McKay [including clips] 00:49:00 Where does the responsibility lie with the climate crisis? Should it be on us as individuals? 00:53:05 ‘Breaking Boundaries’ documentary [including clips] 00:55:20 How Paul stays positive in life 00:58:05 Brother’s Bond: Paul Wesley and Ian Somerhalder’s bourbon whiskey business 00:59:15 ‘The Vampire Diaries’ trailer clip 01:02:20 Stranded on a desert island

Welcome back to another episode of the Plant Based News podcast! Today we are joined by certified medical doctor, plant-based healer and nutrition specialist Dr. Brooke Goldner, founder of VeganMedicalDoctor.com, GoodbyeLupus.com, and is known as the creator of the Hyper-nourishing Healing Protocol for Lupus Recovery. We are pleased to welcome Dr. Goldner on this episode of the PBN Podcast to talk more in depth about her own inspiring life story and journey of overcoming lupus. Follow Dr Brooke Goldner on Instagram here - https://www.instagram.com/goodbyelupus/ Find out more about Dr Brooke Goldner here - https://www.goodbyelupus.com/about-dr-g/ The PBN Podcast is hosted and produced by Robbie Lockie, Edited by Phil Marriott. 00:00:00 An introduction to Dr. Brooke Goldner 00:04:06 Exciting news about the Francis Crick Institute study of the rise of auto immune diseases 00:07:00 What are the tricks and tips to help people move away from their food addictions? 00:12:30 The effects of diet in conjunction with the onset of covid-19 00:19:00 How a “hyper-nourishment” diet can prevent and reverse chronic illness 00:41:00 What is the difference between a whole-food plant-based diet and a vegan diet? 00:54:48 Understanding the hesitancy surrounding vaccines 00:59:55 Is Dr. Brooke Goldner frustrated that the media don’t appear to be discussing the benefits of a nourishing plant-based diet to combat the symptoms of covid? 01:06:05 What would a perfect day look like if someone wants to switch to a more nourishing diet?

Welcome to another special episode of the PBN Podcast! We are delighted to be joined again by plant-based advocate Chuck Carroll, also known as The Weight Loss Champion. In the previous episode with Chuck, we spoke about his amazing weight loss transformation and how switching to a plant-based diet allowed him to conquer his food addiction and improve his health in the long run. We spoke about Chuck’s weight loss journey and the instrumental role that going plant-based has played in his transformation and switch towards a healthier lifestyle. We're very glad to welcome Chuck back for another chat as we dig deeper into what different insights he has to share about weight loss, body image and mental health. Follow Chuck on Instagram here - https://www.instagram.com/chuckcarrollwlc The PBN Podcast is hosted and produced by Robbie Lockie, Edited by Phil Marriott. 00:00:00 An introduction to Chuck Carroll 00:02:50 The start of Chuck’s plant-based journey 00:04:17 The start of Chuck’s weight loss process 00:08:30 The obesity crisis in the U.S. 00:14:08 Chuck’s surgery and diet change 00:25:29 How Chuck transformed his health 00:29:30 Food addiction and mental health 00:39:12 The Exam Room Live Podcast 00:46:00 What efforts the US Government is making to tackle change 00:50:00 Would Chuck Caroll study nutrition in more detail and become a Nutritionist? 00:51:45 Stranded on a desert island

Joining us on today’s episode of the PBN Podcast is social entrepreneur Sonalie Figueiras – founder & CEO at Green Queen, Ekowarehouse & SourceGreenPackaging.com. Sonalie was born in Hong Kong to French and Indian parents. She is a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania and has a background in digital marketing, publishing and sustainability. Now with over a decade of experience in those fields, she has successfully launched several businesses centred around sustainability and organic products. In 2011, Sonalie founded Green Queen, an award-winning media platform advocating social and environmental change. In the past decade Green Queen has established itself as the leading outlet for alternative protein news. Their mission to shift consumer and corporate behaviour through original content promotes their belief that a circular economy, alternative protein and the food tech revolution are the best way to advocate for global social and environmental change. Find out more about Green Queen here - https://www.greenqueen.com.hk/ Follow Green Queen on Instagram here - https://www.instagram.com/greenqueenhk/ The PBN Podcast is hosted and produced by Robbie Lockie, Edited by Phil Marriott. 00:00:00 An introduction to Sonalie Figueras 00:02:30 The start of Sonalie’s plant-based journey 00:10:35 How Sonalie feels about the future 00:12:50 What the term “Eco Warrior” means to Sonalie 00:17:45 What does being a Green Queen mean? 00:21:10 The pros and cons of plastic 00:32:55 The ethics of media 00:42:55 The history of Green Queen 00:49:55 How women perceive themselves in business 00:58:00 How men can support women by bringing change in society around the world 01:02:20 What does Sonalie want listeners to take away from this episode 01:03:45 Stranded on a desert island

Joining us on the PBN Podcast is not one but two really exciting guests – plant-based nutrition specialists and co-founders of Plant Based Health Online Dr Shireen Kassam and Dr Laura Freeman. Dr Shireen Kassam is a Consultant Haematologist and Honorary Senior Lecturer at King’s College Hospital, London with a specialist interest in the treatment of lymphoma. Shireen is passionate about promoting plant-based nutrition for the prevention and reversal of chronic disease and for maintaining optimal health after treatment for cancer. In 2018, she founded Plant-Based Health Professionals UK, a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide evidence-based education on plant-based nutrition. Dr Laura Freeman is a Certified Lifestyle Medicine Physician & Medical Director of Plant Based Health Online. She obtained her Medical Degree from the University of Edinburgh in 2006 and completed her vocational training in General Practice in 2011. Both within and outside of her General Practice, Dr Freeman has developed a strong interest for plant based nutrition and optimising health through lifestyle choices. Get Dr Shireen Kassam's book 'Eating Plant-Based' here - https://www.hammersmithbooks.co.uk/product/eating-plant-based/ Find out more about Plant Based Health Professionals here - https://plantbasedhealthprofessionals.com/ The PBN Podcast is hosted and produced by Robbie Lockie, Edited by Phil Marriott. 00:00:00 An introduction to Dr Shireen Kassam and Dr Laura Freeman 00:03:25 The start of Dr Shireen Kassam and Dr Laura Freeman’s plant-based journeys 00:06:28 Cancer prevention 00:12:15 Busting the misconceptions of a vegan diet 00:15:48 Why are so many people still reluctant about adopting the vegan lifestyle? 00:17:53 Plant Based Health Online - the online lifestyle medicine healthcare service 00:20:20 Plant Based Health Online & Plant Based Health Professionals 00:23:20 The role of nutrition and lifestyle in the process of prevention and longterm management of health conditions 00:26:00 The benefits of a plant-based diet and the process of overcoming illness 00:28:30 Balancing diet with the other factors of improving our well being 00:29:30 Eating Plant-Based: Scientific Answers To Your Nutrition Questions: the book by Dr Shireen Kassam and Dr Zara Kassam 00:31:52 Is there such a thing as a “perfect diet”? 00:33:12 Recommended supplements to accompany a plant-based diet 00:38:00 What is lacking with access to information with plant-based nutrition? 00:39:15 Dr Shireen Kassam and Dr Laura Freemans’s favourite plant-based resources 00:41:15 Advice for hesitant people 00:43:19 Stranded on a desert island

Welcome back to the PBN podcast! Joining us as a guest today is vegan fitness instructor from Manchester, Andrew Roberts. You might know him as the fit young man, who earlier in 2021 conducted an experiment gaining and then losing 20kg or over 4 stones of weight! Andrew is an established fitness professional. With this experiment, he wanted to experience first-hand what he preached and embarked on this journey to better understand the mentality of someone trying to lose weight. He also wanted to demonstrate the health benefits and possible weight loss when following a whole-food plant-based diet plan. 00:00:00 An introduction to Andrew Roberts 00:03:35 An overview of Andrew’s weight gain and weight loss experiment 00:06:48 The beginning of Andrew’s vegan journey 00:09:00 The reaction from friends and family when Andrew embraced veganism 00:11:00 The belief system of carnism and how it affects us when growing up 00:13:00 The start of Andrew’s interest in fitness and wellness 00:19:00 An in-depth look at Andrew’s weight gain and weight loss experiment 00:24:55 Incorporating a Calorie deficit into your eating plan 00:26:59 Intermittent fasting to support weight loss 00:28:21 The mental effects of gaining a lot of weight and eating high calorie/processed food 00:32:12 Body acceptance + body positivity / the damaging effects of using social media 00:40:06 Andrew’s serious health scares whilst experimenting with food 00:44:46 What is a healthy meal? 00:49:45 What Andrew eats during an average day 00:52:30 Fitness and dietary advice 00:55:00 Stranded on a desert island Follow Andrew on Instagram here - https://www.instagram.com/plantpoweredcoach_ Find the transcript here - https://share.descript.com/view/jkAUNEx3sam The PBN Podcast is hosted and produced by Robbie Lockie, Edited by Phil Marriott.

This week's podcast is supported by our friends over at Nuzest. You can get 20% off their amazing vegan protein by visiting nuzest.us/pbn20! In this episode of the PBN Podcast, we are sitting down with Charlie Rocket Jabaley who is a globally-recognized entrepreneur, speaker, and influencer on a mission to transform the lives of millions of people worldwide. Originally from Atlanta, Georgia, Charlie built a booming music business managing the careers of successful Atlanta artists such as Grammy-winning rapper 2 Chainz and Travis Porter. He became a self-made millionaire in his 20s. He has now dedicated his life to helping others and inspiring communities to go after their dreams through his Dream Machine Tour and the Dreamr App - a powerful hybrid platform designed for those chasing their dreams. 00:00:00 An introduction to Charlie “Rocket” Jabaley 00:03:05 The beginning of Charlie’s plant-based journey 00:10:00 Manifesting ideas 00:15:30 The Dream App / Dream Machine Foundation 00:20:58 Nuzest Promo 00:21:37 Staying positive when there is so much darkness in the world 00:24:35 Accepting the things we cannot change, and making the mental switch 00:27:30 Overcoming the challenges of a brain tumour 00:33:15 Making diets work for you 00:35:26 The Dream Machine Tour 00:42:10 The sacrifices we make to fulfil a dream 00:46:25 Spirituality 00:50:18 The rewards of helping other human beings who are facing difficulties in life 00:54:52 What does the future look like for the Dream Team? 00:59:45 Stranded on a desert island Follow Charlie on Instagram here - https://www.instagram.com/charlie/ Find out more about Dreamr here - https://www.dreamr.app/ Find the transcript here - https://share.descript.com/view/3AW2hWCNJaY The PBN Podcast is hosted and produced by Robbie Lockie, Edited by Phil Marriott.

This week's podcast is supported by our friends over at Nuzest. You can get 20% off their amazing vegan protein by visiting nuzest.us/pbn20! With us today is a very exciting guest: Marisa Health, CEO of the Plant Based Food Alliance. In 2021 she founded the Plant-Based Food Alliance UK - a coalition of organisations in the UK's plant-based food & drink industry, united in their vision of a more sustainable, healthy & secure food system. With the aim of making the UK a global leader in plant-based food and drink, the Plant Based Food Alliance provides a voice for the growing plant-based sector in the UK that helps to improve public health and to realise the Government’s environmental goals. 00:00:00 An Introduction to Marisa Heath 00:02:10 The start of Marisa’s vegan journey 00:05:00 Is education the answer? Is it enough to turn people vegan? 00:07:00 Animal behaviour that shows signs of distress 00:10:30 The pivotal moment of Marisa’s career 00:13:00 Being inspired by Environmentalist Matthew Shribman’s missions 00:15:00 What can we do to make changes for the future of the planet? 00:17:09 Nuzest Promo 00:17:48 The cost of healthcare and reversing ill health 00:19:45 Poor communication: The climate crisis and why we haven’t seen much change 00:22:57 Earthling Ed on the unacceptable meat & dairy adverts on British TV 00:26:00 How can we move away from our greedy, capitalist culture? 00:27:40 The positive changes that are happening in support of animal welfare and sustainability 00:33:00 Immediate results from the work of the Plant Based Alliance 00:34:49 What is the role of the brands involved as part of the Plant Based Alliance? 00:43:40 Are there conversations about the positive effects of growing food locally within government? 00:46:18 Where does the UK stand when it comes to consuming plant-based compared to other countries? 00:50:00 Stranded on a desert island Find out more about the Plant-Based Food Alliance here - https://plantbasedfoodalliance.co.uk/ Find the transcript here - https://share.descript.com/view/gNzgbMUnsbQ The PBN Podcast is hosted and produced by Robbie Lockie, Edited by Phil Marriott.

This week's podcast is supported by our friends over at Nuzest. You can get 20% off their amazing vegan protein by visiting nuzest.us/pbn20! Welcome back to another episode of the Plant Based News podcast. Today we sit down today with leading gastroenterologist, nutritionist, and author Dr. WIll Bulsiewicz. Dr. WIll Bulsiewicz, also known as Dr. B and The Gut Health MD, is a graduate of Georgetown University School of Medicine. He trained in internal medicine at Northwestern Memorial Hospital and in gastroenterology at The University of North Carolina Hospitals. He is board-certified in internal medicine and gastroenterology and an expert in digestive diseases. He is a New York Times, USA Today, and Publishers Weekly bestselling author and his latest cookbook “The Fiber Fueled Cookbook” extends his previous work by delivering “deeply flavorful, satisfying plant-based recipes” that target food intolerances. I am thrilled to welcome Dr WIll Bulsiewicz to this episode of the PBN podcast, where we’ll dig deeper into what makes for a good diet and a healthy gut, how to combat food intolerances as well as his own journey as a physician and an author. 00:00:00 Nuzest Sponsor Promo 00:03:20 An introduction to Dr Will Bulsiewicz 00:06:10 The beginning of Dr B’s plant-based journey 00:14:10 YouTuber Rachel tries out the Fibre Fuelled food plan 00:16:45 Plant Based News’ Robbie Lockie’s food intolerance 00:26:10 What is happening in the body when people experience pain from food intolerance? 00:36:30 What should we do to protect our immune system during the pandemic? 00:47:00 The importance of a covid-19 vaccine and a healthy diet 01:04:20 Faecal transplants 01:09:30 The connection between our brain and our gut 01:18:40 Shared microbes: the importance of food in relationships Find out more about Dr B here - https://theplantfedgut.com/ Find the transcript here - https://share.descript.com/view/YrluK0mLnaN The PBN Podcast is hosted and produced by Robbie Lockie, Edited by Phil Marriott.

This week's podcast is supported by our friends over at Nuzest. You can get 20% off their amazing vegan protein by visiting nuzest.us/pbn20! This week on the PBN podcast we welcome award-winning neurologists, researchers, and authors - Drs Dean & Ayesha Sherzai of Sherzai MD. Dean and Ayesha are a husband and wife duo that have worked side by side for years empowering their patients and communities to make positive changes in their health and lead better lives. They have spent decades studying the impact of nutrition and its effects on the brain and have developed their groundbreaking NEURO PLAN -a customizable brain health programme for both individuals and organizations that helps them enhance their cognitive capacity and reverse signs of cognitive decline at every age. Together they also lead the Brain Health Revolution podcast which delivers useful information and inspires people to learn about the different ways they can take control of their own brain health, avoid chronic diseases, and expand their mind's capacity. They use their platform to share their knowledge and empower individuals and communities to build healthier brains and lifestyles. Find out more about Dean and Ayesha here - https://teamsherzai.com/ The PBN Podcast is hosted and produced by Robbie Lockie, Edited by Phil Marriott. 00:00:00 An introduction to Team Sherzai: Drs Dean and Ayesha Sherzai 00:03:49 The beginning of Team Sherzai’s plant-based journey 00:10:00 Why Team Sherzai became interested in the brain 00:15:30 What makes the human brain so different to the ape’s 00:23:46 Consciousness: are we getting any closer to understanding what gives us the uniqueness of who we are as people? 00:28:00 Is there any awareness of whether we feel in our gut or in our heart? 00:31:30 The most severe forms of brain injury and its damaging effects 00:37:00 Are we able to replicate the engineering of the human brain and give life to artificial consciousness? 00:42:11 How our lifestyle damages the brain, and what we can do to protect it 00:47:00 How our diet can play a big part in looking after our brains 00:51:30 Managing our sleeping habits 00:53:30 The NEURO Plan for brain health and its impacts 00:59:00 Dr. Ayesha’s cooking degree 01:02:00 Why are some physician’s reluctant to believe that food is medicine? 01:05:40 Team Sherzai’s book: The 30 Day Alzheimer’s Solution 01:08:10 Stranded on a desert island

Find out more about The PACK here - https://thepackpet.com This week we’ve prepared for you an extra special episode. We were joined in the studio by entrepreneurs Damien Clarkson and Judy Nadel, co-founders of Vevolution and more recently THE PACK, a brand developing nutritious pet food using plant sources. Damien and Judy are veterans when it comes to the plant-based entrepreneurship space. They are Co-Founders of Vevolution, the world’s leading plant-based & cell-ag investment marketplace. In 2020 Damien and Judy led the pivot of Vevolution into a technology company, turning it into the leading investment marketplace for plant-based innovation. They are deeply mission driven and always ones to take on bold challenges in the name of positive change for the planet. Their focus on building impact driven sustainable businesses led them to their biggest challenge to-date transforming the pet food industry with their new venture THE PACK. The PBN Podcast is hosted and produced by Robbie Lockie, Edited by Phil Marriott. 00:00:00 An introduction to Damien Clarkson and Judy Clarkson from Vevolution and The Pack 00:03:20 The beginning of Damien and Judy’s vegan journey 00:06:25 Vegan Futures 00:10:45 Creating Vevolution 00:12:50 Bosh! announcing their plant-based food range at the Vevolution event 2020 00:14:25 Robbie Lockie from Plant Based News speaking at Vevolution 2018 00:15:00 Damien and Judy’s personal favourite events 00:17:20 The effects of the pandemic on the business / how to successfully pivot in business 00:24:14 Making the playing field accessible to women in business 00:26:35 Experiencing misogyny with investors 00:28:45 Struggling with motivation as entrepreneurs / staying inspired 00:32:30 The Pack dog food venture 00:34:30 Pushing against the beliefs that dogs shouldn’t eat a plant-based diet 00:43:45 What is so wrong about meat-based dog food? Why are the ingredients so bad? 00:49:00 How are Damien and Judy planning on reaching all the dog lovers in the UK? 00:52:12 How can you make a business partnership work? What are the tricks to make it a happy and healthy workplace? 00:57:10 Stranded on a desert island

This week's podcast is supported by our friends over at Nuzest. You can get 20% off their amazing vegan protein by visiting nuzest.us/pbn20! In today’s episode I am excited to sit down with Dr Vincent Walsh -a Sustainable Agricultural academic and founder of the ecological food company Herblabism. Coming from a working class background, Vincent’s academic journey led him to earn a PhD despite struggling with severe dyslexia. His research focuses on forming resilient methodologies to create integrated alternative food production and urban distribution systems. Through an innovative interdisciplinary approach, he aims to create models of food production that are increasingly sustainable and resilient against any climate or economic disruptions. Today Vincent continues to work with international brands, leading developers, startups and innovating organisations across multiple industries and sectors.I’m delighted to welcome Dr Vincent Walsh and learn more about his incredible journey with Herblabism and the innovative practices he is pioneering in the food production sector. The PBN Podcast is hosted and produced by Robbie Lockie, Edited by Phil Marriott. Find out more about Herblabism here - https://www.herblabism.com/ 00:00:00 Nuzest Promo 00:03:10 An introduction to Dr. Vincent Walsh 00:05:26 The beginning of Vincent’s vegan journey 00:06:48 What is Agroforestry? 00:09:05 Dr. Vincent’s professional background 00:13:28 Biomimicry: producing a beautiful equilibrium 00:14:50 Is Dr. Vincent a scientist? 00:17:10 What can people working in urban spaces do to make the communities greener and cleaner? 00:19:35 Herblablism: The ecological food company 00:23:50 Developing ideas for the COP26 menu 00:28:30 Regenerative Agriculture and the pushback against veganism within the media 00:31:07 Kiss The Ground documentary 00:35:40 Can we turn around our destructive behaviour that is harming our planet? 00:38:40 How do we deal with greed and capitalist culture? 00:41:40 The 2040 Documentary 00:48:10 The future of Herblablism: what exciting things are in store? 00:55:39 How bad are pesticides? 00:59:57 Does Dr. Vincent Walsh feel a sense of urgency in his work? 01:01:30 Why COP26 was a disaster 01:03:41 Stranded on a desert island

This week's podcast is supported by our friends over at Nuzest. You can get 20% off their amazing vegan protein by visiting nuzest.us/pbn20! Joining us on the podcast this week is environmental scientist Nicholas Carter who focuses his academic research on the scientific links between food systems & planetary health. In his work, Nicholas elaborates on the impact of animal farming on climate change, highlighting how our diet and food system are responsible for climate change issues on a global scale. He’s published detailed research and articles on sustainable, plant-based farming practices that largely address a number of issues surrounding animal agriculture such as water pollution, land use, and greenhouse emissions. Nicholas is also a co-founder of PlantBasedData.org –an online library of peer-reviewed articles and summaries of the benefits of a plant-based lifestyle. It contains a multitude of environmental and health research as well as reports, videos, and relevant podcast episodes that I am delighted to welcome Nicholas onto the Plant Based News podcast to discuss the hard scientific facts behind climate change as it pertains to food production and our diet. The PBN Podcast is hosted and produced by Robbie Lockie, Edited by Phil Marriott. Check out Plant Based Data here - https://www.plantbaseddata.org/ Follow Nicholas on Instagram here - https://www.instagram.com/nicholasdcarter/ 00:00:00 Nuzest Promo 00:04:16 Starting the vegan journey 00:06:47 The planet is in trouble! 00:07:24 Climate breakdown 00:15:30 Worst case scenario: if all animals were extinct, what would that mean for us? 00:16:45 The effect that agriculture has on the land mass 00:18:55 Greta Thunberg 00:21:52 The problems with Misinformation & Disinformation 00:25:41 Why has it taken to long for global warming to be a real issue? 00:28:08 The downside of Regenerative agriculture 00:33:18 Cell-based meat/cultured meat: will it help people change their lifestyle choices? 00:37:26 Buy local: does it make a difference? 00:44:30 Dr Sailesh Rao - is there any merit to data he is promoting? 00:47:40 Zoonotic diseases: observations and findings of the pandemic 00:50:00 How Nicholas feels about the future 00:52:50 What needs to be done for the future of the planet 00:54:20 plantbaseddata.org 00:55:45 Plans for the future 00:56:55 Stranded on a desert island

This week's podcast is supported by our friends over at Nuzest. You can get 20% off their amazing vegan protein by visiting nuzest.us/pbn20! Joining me today on the podcast is a truly fascinating individual -scientist, environmentalist, and sustainability expert Matthew Shibman, who specialises in the climate and ecological crisis and focuses on projects for the future life on Earth. As a science educator, he aims to ignite curiosity and empower people to drive positive change and combat environmental destruction. In addition to sharing his teachings online where his videos have over 25 million views, Matthew has spoken for TEDxLondon and UN Ops and has delivered keynotes from Wildlife Trusts and the British-Portuguese Chamber of Commerce. Matthew’s impressive portfolio of work centered around climate change includes numerous campaigns, supported by the likes of Paul McCartney, the University of Cambridge, Friends of The Earth and the Eden Project. In 2019, his campaign group, Planet A, organised for 1,000 trees to arrive outside the UK parliament. The action saw over 400 MPs collect trees, and led to the UK’s tree planting plans multiplying by a factor of 100. A notable recent highlight of Matthew's career is the launch of AimHi Earth -a platform curating transformative learning experiences for organisations and people. AimHi educates young people in particular on climate change and has the “mission to activate a billion nature-first thinkers to build the future we all deserve”. Matthew co-founded the platform alongside school governor Henry Waite during the pandemic. Since then they’ve run sessions for the House of Lords and thousands of schools and big corporations, reaching people of all ages, ethnicities, and backgrounds. Matthew holds a 1st Class Oxford MChem, and is an award-winning science communicator. He also leads his own podcast A Piece of String. His decade-long experience as a teacher has allowed him to use his voice and his platform for good, inspiring the next generation to transform the world and how we think about climate change. Today we are sitting down to discuss more about his journey, his mission, and his recent work with AimHi Earth. Welcome, Matthew! The PBN Podcast is hosted and produced by Robbie Lockie, Edited by Phil Marriott. Follow AimHi Earth here - https://www.instagram.com/AimHiLive/?hl=en Find out more about Matthew here - https://www.matthewshribman.com/ Show Notes 00:00:00 Nuzest promo 00:01:00 Introduction to Matthew Shribman 00:03:15 Matthew Shribman’s plant-based story 00:08:45 The wonderful world inside our gut / the microbiome 00:10:59 The difficulties in getting people to change their lifestyle habits 00:15:15 Fighting the pushback against environmentalism 00:18:20 Feeling frustrated by the lack of forward movement 00:21:34 The reactions to the Don’t Look Up movie 00:28:10 Carbon capture technology 00:41:40 AimHi Earth Climate & Nature School 00:52:20 Misinformation - a parasite that exists in digital form & Disinformation 01:01:35 Sentience - how far can we go into sentience when it comes to education? 01:10:15 Building a community on social media 01:25:30 Representing facts and data 01:30:50 Why isn’t animal agriculture more urgent on the Climate Change Agenda? 01:43:30 The future plans for AimHi Earth 01:45:35 Stranded on a desert island

This week's podcast is supported by our friends over at Nuzest. You can get 20% off their amazing vegan protein by visiting nuzest.us/pbn20! --- I am so excited to be joined today by none other than Ed Winters (aka Earthling Ed). Ed is a vegan educator who’s content boasts over 200 million views, he has also hosted numerous viral speeches, debates, and videos engaging in dialogue with non-vegans and skeptics. Ed has delivered speeches at numerous schools, universities, and major companies including Google, he has engaging audiences all around the world. As an activist, vegan educator and more recently a published author, he is a firm advocate for animal rights and the vegan lifestyle. Ed’s advocacy centres around compassion, empathy, and open communication. In 2016, he founded a grassroots animal rights organisation called Surge. Two years later he launched Unity Diner - a non-profit vegan restaurant in London, all the proceeds from which go directly to helping animals. The culmination of that work is his longtime passion project Surge Sanctuary, which houses rescued animals on a vast 18 acre property. Most recently, Ed has published his first book This is Vegan Propaganda (And Other Lies the Meat Industry Tells You), which presents an indisputable case for veganism. This is a book that is as much for non-vegans as it is for those who already lead a vegan lifestyle, empowering them to talk more confidently about veganism with the non-vegans in their life. The book explores the effects of animal farming across the globe and how they are rooted in a number of factors that have created our current system. I am delighted to welcome Ed and find out more about the inspiration behind the book and everything else that he has been up to with his advocacy work recently. The PBN Podcast is hosted and produced by Robbie Lockie, Edited by Phil Marriott. You can grab a copy of Ed’s book This Is Vegan Propaganda: (And Other Lies the Meat Industry Tells You)’ here https://amzn.to/3JBeuAL You can find out more about Ed here https://earthlinged.org You can support The Surge Sanctuary here https://www.surgesanctuary.org/

This week's podcast is supported by our friends over at Nuzest. You can get 20% off their amazing vegan protein by visiting nuzest.us/pbn20! Joining us on the PBN Podcast today is Vikas Garg, CEO and founder of abillion–an online platform and app that helps people around the world live more sustainably and change the world one vegan dish and product at a time. Born in India, raised in New York, and currently based in Singapore, Vikas has been influenced by the various cultures, mindsets, and international encounters he’s had throughout his life. He was a lifelong vegetarian, before becoming vegan in 2008. After a successful career in finance, instead of going down the traditional route, Vikas decided to put his skills and expertise towards a pursuit that aligned beliefs with his personal beliefs –a product that would do good and inspire social change. That’s how in 2017 the idea for abillion was born and the platform was launched soon after in 2018. abillion has as its mission to change the world one vegan dish or product at a time, making it easier for people around the world to live sustainably. Users post reviews of vegan options at their favourite restaurants or of vegan products they use, creating a direct feedback loop with those businesses and manufacturers, encouraging them to make more sustainable choices. Since its inception, it has grown to include reviews of all kinds of vegan products including sustainable fashion, cosmetics, and more. We’re sitting down today with Vikas to discuss how an app like abillion can change the way businesses interact with their customers and ultimately how that can lead to impactful social change on a global level. Sign up to aAbillion here https://abillion.onelink.me/CNPE/pbn The PBN Podcast is presented and produced by Robbie Lockie. Edited by Phil Marriott Researched by Antonia Georgieva. Junior Social Media Manager Darrell Sawczuk Show Notes 00:00 Nuzest Promo 02:10 The beginning of Vikas’s plant-based journey 05:45 The impact that Earthlings had on Vikas 10:00 The role of the cow in Indian culture 13:00 The development and popularity of animal-free foods in India 15:00 How do people in India look at the removal of animal products from your lifestyle? 20:41 Building the Abillion business 40:20 The Social Dilemma - the horrifying behaviours behind social media 46:29 Social change: how can you make more of an impact with your ideas? 57:10 Stranded on a desert island

Today we are delighted to welcome the legendary Dame Jane Goodall. A leading ethologist, conservationist, anthropologist and activist, Jane Goodall has been a beacon for the scientific and conservation community for decades. Her groundbreaking research and observations on chimpanzee behaviour at the Gombe National Park in Tanzania began as early as the 1960s. In 1977, she established the Jane Goodall Institute (JGI), which carries on the Gombe research while also advocating for the protection of their natural habitats and spearheading innovative, community-centered conservation programs in Africa. Jane Goodall’s activist work extends into raising awareness for the lives and wellbeing of all animals. She has campaigned for the ethical treatment of animals and has spoken against cruel and inhumane practices and medical testing on animals. Jane Goodall’s latest book The Book of Hope: A Survival Guide for Trying Times, co-authored with bestselling author of The Book of Joy Douglas Abrams, was published at the end of last year. With a lifetime’s worth of research and stories about our relationship to nature, the authors delve into the complex relationship that humankind has with the planet we inhabit. The book highlights the ways in which we can redefine that relationship by discovering and embracing hope in the face of the urgent climate crisis. In 2021, she also was awarded the Templeton Prize, and she currently continues to write and teach on conservation issues. We are beyond thrilled to have sat down with Jane Goodall for this enlightening conversation, discussing animal suffering, climate change, and the most powerful asset in our toolkit – hope.

This week's podcast is supported by our friends over at Nuzest. You can get 20% off their amazing vegan protein by visiting nuzest.us/pbn20! --------- Today we’re sitting down with singer-songwriter Zak Abel, who often speaks up about his journey with veganism. Zak is a Londoner of Moroccan-English descent. He has worked with some of the biggest names in the dance music industry including Wookie, Gorgon City, Kaytranada, Don Diablo and Kygo. His style infuses soul, funk, and pop into an infinitely cool and distinct sound. Zak has previously shared that becoming vegan was one of the best decisions he’s ever made, as it allowed him to live his best life knowing that he is not harming any animals. In his latest single “Less of a Man” he tackles the topic of toxic masculinity head on. It’s a vibrant and catchy tune with witty lyrics that make the track into a bold musical statement. Follow Zak on instagram 👉 https://www.instagram.com/zakabel/ The PBN Podcast is presented and produced by Robbie Lockie. Edited by Phil Marriott Researched by Antonia Georgieva. Social Media Manager Giuseppe Federici. Show Notes 00:00:00 Nuzest Promo 00:02:42 The beginning of Zak’s vegan journey 00:06:27 Carnism - our attitudes towards food 00:10:37 Growing up in the UK / Identity forming 00:16:35 The balance between the masculine and the feminine 00:19:00 The inspiration behind writing the ‘Less Of A Man’ song 00:39:20 CALM: Campaign Against Living Miserably / Suicide Prevention 00:46:45 Cancel culture 00:49:30 The death of Caroline Flack / Inspiration behind writing the ‘Be Kind’ song 00:53:45 Hearing debut single ‘These Are The Days’ on the radio for the first time 00:55:20 Writing songs at The Roundhouse, London 00:56:55 Working with influential producers such as Joker, Kaytranada and Shakka 00:59:16 Zak on the devastation of losing his hearing and having an ear operation 01:08:10 The idea behind Zak’s song, ‘Vegan’ 01:15:30 Exciting projects in the pipeline for 2022 01:19:32 Stranded on a desert island

This week's podcast is supported by our friends over at Nuzest. You can get 20% off their amazing vegan protein. Visit https://nuzest.us/pbn20 to get money off your first order. Joining us on the podcast today are Henry Firth & Ian Theasby, co-founders of BOSH! – the vegan platform that has changed how people think about vegan food showing the world how easy plant-based cooking can be. From two mates from Sheffield to a global sensation, dubbed the Bosh! Boys or “the vegan Ant and Dec”, the duo is as close to vegan superstars as you can get. Since launching their first video in June 2016, which received 3.5 million views in the first week alone, they have taken the plant-based world by storm with delicious and easy-to-follow recipe videos and cookbooks. In 2018, their chart-topping signature cookbook BOSH! Became the first vegan cookbook to rise to number 1 in the Sunday Times bestseller chart and since then they have published several cookbooks that further aim to demystify plant-based eating, share inventive recipes, and show how easy and delicious it can be to eat plants. Ian credits a New Year’s resolution for the life-changing decision to go vegetarian and then vegan. Henry’s journey, similarly, transformed him overnight from an avid meat-eater to a vegan with a personal mission of demonstrating the life-changing effects of plant-based eating and its global impact on reducing climate change. Henry and Ian are a home-taught cook and have always been big foodies, but what really sets them apart is their personal approach and their great passion for making a meaningful difference. Today the BOSH! platform keeps on growing and reaches millions of people online each month. From launching an online sensation reaching more than half a billion people in their first year to becoming the most-viewed and most-loved plant-based recipe channel, BOSH! is a platform for social good that stands for making a difference in the world through a plant-based revolution one delicious meal at a time. I am so excited to welcome Henry and Ian today on the podcast and learn more about the spectacular journey of BOSH! Find out more about bosh! On their website: https://www.bosh.tv Buy Bosh! On a budget https://amzn.to/3msIfKL Buy Speedy Bosh! - https://amzn.to/3EqDzeM Buy Bosh! Healthy Vegan - https://amzn.to/32wqKlS The PBN Podcast is presented and produced by Robbie Lockie. Edited by Phil Marriott Researched by Antonia Georgieva. Social Media Manager Giuseppe Federici. Show Notes 00:00:00 Nuzest Promo 00:05:00 The start of Henry and Ian’s vegan journey 00:10:48 The stigma of meat being “manly” and the changing attitudes of men embracing veganism 00:15:40 The conversation of mental health and dealing with challenges 00:18:24 The importance of exercise for mental health 00:20:08 The ‘a-ha’ moment / realising business success 00:24:08 How Henry and Ian are perceived by the public 00:25:00 How to avoid conflict in a business partnership 00:27:38 Deciding on which areas of the business to put your energy 00:29:48 The Bosh! Ready-meals 00:32:50 Favourites in the Bosh! product range 00:34:15 The development of filming recipes - from a mysterious “pair of hands” to familiar faces 00:39:51 The creative process - where the inspiration comes from 00:41:58 Deciding on the most effective social media platform to push the Bosh! message 00:44:00 The book range 00:48:00 Stranded on a desert island

This week's podcast is sponsored by Nuzest - use code PBN20 to get 20% off your first order of their sustainable golden pea protein 👉 https://plnt.news/pbn20 Dominick Thompson is a vegan bodybuilder, Ironman triathlete, animal rights activist, and social entrepreneur who began documenting his meat-free lifestyle on social media in 2012 in an effort to turn the traditional perception of masculinity on its head. Dominick first adopted a vegetarian diet during a three-year stint in prison for dealing drugs. He soon realised that the animals that people eat were also confined like him, yet they had done nothing wrong. After being released from prison in 2005, Dominick found a career as a traveling healthcare executive while managing to complete 100-mile bike rides and compete in 10 triathlons a year. On New Year’s Day 2019, Dominick launched Eat What Elephants Eat - a nutrition and wellness program that helps others embrace veganism with individualised meal planning, recipes, tips and tricks. Dominick’s social media platforms and business ventures continue to grow whilst producing some of the most inspiring and powerfully persuasive content to hundreds of thousands of followers. Follow Dominick on instagram 👉 instagram.com/domzthompson Check out Dominick's website 👉 https://kitchen.eatwhatelephantseat.com 00:00:00 Sponsor 00:01:40 Introduction to Dominick Thompson 00:03:38 The beginning of Dominick’s vegan journey 00:06:36 What makes us different to other people? 00:09:25 Hypersensitivity and expectations of masculinity 00:14:51 Orange Is The New Black / U.S. Prisons running as private corporations 00:21:07 How Dominick is getting his vegan message across to others 00:24:00 Food culture / stereotypes within communities 00:27:58 Using social media to spread the message of compassion / dealing with trolls 00:30:25 Witnessing a murder at a young age and dealing with trauma 00:36:13 Eat What Elephants Eat / The philosophies of eating vegan food 00:41:28 What I Eat In A Day: Dominick’s daily meal planning 00:44:20 Avoiding burn-out 00:46:36 Tackling social justice on social media 00:54:00 Mark Zuckerberg’s Meta - a future beyond any one company? 00:58:46 Dominick Thompson’s first major book deal 01:02:00 Mentally preparing to stay fit 01:05:30 Stamping out racism 01:07:58 Do we learn evil behaviour? Or is it within us? 01:18:46 Dominick’s vision of the future 01:21:39 Stranded on a desert island Producer: Robbie Lockie Editor: Phil Marriott Research: Antonia Georgieva Social Manager: Giuseppe Federici

Our guest on the podcast today is vegan activist, educator, content creator, and social justice advocate Iye Bako, whose work promotes the fight for collective liberation –be that financial freedom, time freedom, or location freedom –for both humans and animals. Originally from Nigeria and raised in the United States, Iye studied Spanish Literature and International Business at the Ohio State University. She currently resides in Columbus, Ohio, where she is also a member of the advisory board of Plant the Power 614 –a local nonprofit organization that seeks to create a supportive plant-based community for people of African descent. Through her social media presence and the Iye Loves Life platform she shares educational insights with her followers, highlighting the Black vegan experience and being a firm advocate of animal rights. Through her sensitivity and empathy, Iye’s intersectional look at veganism and the systems we exist within promotes a complex understanding of the issues we face as a human race today. We are delighted to welcome Iye onto this episode of the Plant Based News podcast to talk about her vegan journey and the important work she does for both the vegan community and the Black vegan community through her advocacy and activism. You can follow Iye Bako here https://www.instagram.com/iyeloveslife The PBN Podcast is produced & presented by Robbie Lockie, Researched by Antonia Georgieva and edited by Phil Marriot.

This week's supporter is a Swiss vegan meat brand Planted: Please use their webshop discount code PBN20 (valid for 1st time use for customers, currently end-date set for end of January 22). https://www.eatPlanted.com With us today is leading plant-based physician Dr. Mauricio Gonzalez, CEO Human Restoration Program and Founder of VeggiePower Summit – the largest medical seminar in Latin America that educates people about the science of plant-based nutrition. Originally from Mexico, Mauricio’s journey began first with studying nutrition before deciding to continue onto a medical degree in the US, where he is currently a resident at the Metropolitan hospital in New York. During his studies, he came to realize how little attention is paid to nutrition as part of a more holistic view on health and wellness, which pushed him to switch to a plant-based diet himself and fill the gap he identified between nutrition and medicine. Through his platform Mauricio teaches others how to adopt a healthy plant-based diet and change their lives for the better. As the founder of the first ever plant-based medical immersion program in Latin America, he educates other people including physicians and nutritionists on the health benefits of having a vegan diet and the science behind it. His YouTube channel also reaches thousands of people, inspiring people in Latin American countries and all around the world to make a positive change in their lives. The simple idea of food as medicine is the guiding principle of what Mauricio teaches, making the plant-based lifestyle a question of personal health and wellbeing. Follow Dr Gonzalez here https://www.instagram.com/dr.mauriciogonzalez/?hl=en Find out more about Veggie Power Summit here https://www.veggiepowersummit.com/ The Plant Based News Podcast is hosted by Robbie Lockie, Edited by Phil Marriottand Researched by Antonia Georgieva. ***Show Notes*** 00:02:25 The start of Mauricio’s plant-based journey 00:05:30 Lifestyle changes that are happening around the world 00:08:26 The frustrations of the pro-meat and pro-dairy ad campaigns 00:11:30 Does the vegan community have a problem with science? 00:13:55 Deciphering what is fact and fiction. Are we misled by what we see online? 00:16:50 The problems that anti-vaccine protestors are causing. 00:19:50 The problems with misinformation that is being shared on social media 00:22:45 The differences between Misinformation and Disinformation 00:27:45 What are the key barriers that are stopping people adopting the vegan lifestyle? 00:32:30 Lifestyle and medicine 00:35:35 How is it possible for a GP to spend more time with their patients? 00:40:00 Are people wilfully ignorant about the vegan lifestyle? 00:43:40 Do people genuinely trust the giant pharmaceutical companies? 00:47:00 The Veggie Power Summit 00:48:48 Exciting new projects in the pipeline 00:50:00 Stranded on a desert island

Welcome back to the Plant Based News Podcast. This week’s episode we are throwing the spotlight on a fascinating and important new feature documentary called Milked, directed by Amy Taylor which uncovers the disturbing reality of New Zealand’s dairy farming industry. Joining us is the film’s Co-producer and presenter Chris Huriwai, who embarked on an investigation across Aotearoa (the Māori name for New Zealand) focusing on the destructive impact that animal farming is having on the environment. In the documentary, Chris is featured alongside Suzy Amis Cameron, the former actress turned environmentalist married to Avatar filmmaker James Cameron. We are thrilled that Suzy - one of the film’s executive producers - joins us in our discussion today. Also playing a big part of our conversation is Keegan Kuhn, the co-director of the award-winning documentary Cowspiracy, and another executive producer who worked on Milked. As a film that is promising to follow other influential and critically lauded environmental documentaries from the last few years, Milked reveals the behind-the-scenes reality of the kiwi dairy farming fairy-tale. It uncovers alarming information about the impacts of the industry on the planet and our health. The PBN Podcast is Presented by Robbie Lockie Edited and co-produced by Phil Marriott Researched by Antonia Georgieva 00:01:55 Introductions 00:04:05 The reasons for creating MILKED 00:07:25 The vital ingredients in a documentary that hits home to people 00:08:23 The motivations behind financially backing a filmed such as MILKED 00:10:50 The shocking discoveries during filming 00:13:59 Greenwashing: Are industries deliberately ignoring the truths? 00:17:53 Advice for content creators wanting to spread the message 00:24:00 The threats that MILKED filmmakers experienced during the filming 00:28:20 The human cost of the dairy industries 00:33:03 Were the MILKED filmmakers able to feel compassion for the dairy farmers they met during the shoot? 00:36:07 What are the solutions? How can farmers move away from dairy? 00:38:10 Are films like MILKED starting to shift the global mindset with regards to consuming animal products? 00:40:00 What does the future of humanity look like? 00:54:04 Precision fermentation 01:00:50 If precision fermentation does become more popular, should these products have health warnings on them? 01:02:37 Where can we see MILKED? 01:03:37 Some of the actions viewers can take after seeing MILKED 01:05:20 Stranded on a desert island

Hi Plant friends, this weeks guest is the incredible London born singer-songwriter Jessie J. This podcast is sponsored by Nuzest - use code PBN20 to get 20% off your first order of their delicious golden pea protein 👉 https://plnt.news/trynuzest From a dynamic lifestyle to touring for long stretches of time, being a successful music artist comes with a great deal of responsibility and pressure. And no one knows this better than British pop star Jessie J. With multiple chart-topping songs, she needs no introduction, but both her personal and professional journeys are remarkable. Born and raised in London, she has been singing and performing professionally from a young age starting with a role in a West End musical. She later attended the BRIT School before signing with a record label. Her debut album “Who You Are” was released in 2011, skyrocketing her music career and earning her 6 top 10 singles. In 2012 she performed at the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Concert and at the closing ceremony of the Summer Olympics held in London. Following that she was also a coach on multiple series of the television shows The Voice UK and The Voice Australia. In recent years, Jessie has been more and more vocal about embracing a vegan lifestyle - a step she took initially to manage chronic pain due to fertility issues. Since then she has been sharing her vegan cooking and inspiration with her millions of followers on social media. PBN co-founder Robbie Lockie spoke with Jessie to discuss all things vegan and the resilience with which she inspires the younger generation.

This podcast is sponsored by Nuzest - use code PBN20 to get 20% off your first order of their delicious golden pea protein 👉 https://plnt.news/trynuzest This week we meet Glen Merzer, he is an author, playwright, and screenwriter who grew up in Bellmore, N.Y., on Long Island, and attended college at New College of Florida in Sarasota. After college, in the early 80s, he became a stand-up comic in San Francisco. Glen began his career in book-writing as a co-author of “Mad Cowboy” and “No More Bull!”. He is also the co-author of “Unprocessed" by Chef AJ; and “The Plant Advantage”, with Benji Kurtz; as well as being one of the editors of “The HappyCow Cookbook”. “Off The Reservation”, Glen’s first novel, is a comic narrative about a quirky vegan congressman who undertakes an unconventional quest for the presidency. Fast forward to 2021 and Glen is still making waves within the vegan movement. His new book, released this year, couldn’t be more timely. Food is Climate” - a response to Al Gore, Bill Gates, Paul Hawken, & the conventional narrative on Climate Change - makes an absorbing case for why we need to end animal agriculture if we are to survive This episode is produced by Robbie Lockie, Edited by Phil Marriot and hosted by Klaus Mitchell You can buy Glen's new book here https://amzn.to/3966Lu8 ** Show Notes ** 00:00:00 Nuzest Sponsor 1 00:02:28 The idea behind writing the book, Food Is Climate 00:05:00 Having an open perspective about eating habits 00:09:40 Seaspiracy: Why is it that the subject of the oceans has been left out of the debate for so long? 00:11:50 The role that whales play in nature’s dynamic system 00:14:00 Nuzest Sponsor 2 00:14:54 Al Gore/Bill Gates - where is the vegan message? 00:17:47 Regenerative Agriculture & Regenerative Animal Agriculture 00:27:00 How is Food Is Climate different to other books? 00:27:20 Paul Hawken’s views and Glen’s relationship with the environmentalist This podcast is sponsored by Nuzest - use code PBN20 to get 20% off your first order of their delicious golden pea protein 👉 https://plnt.news/trynuzest

This podcast is sponsored by Nuzest - use code PBN20 to get 20% off your first order of their delicious golden pea protein 👉 https://plnt.news/trynuzest Hi Plant Friends, Hope you are all well this week. Alex J. O’Connor is founder of the Cosmic Skeptic YouTube channel, podcast and blog, platforms dedicated to the publication of philosophical ideas and debates in an accessible format. He is currently reading for a degree in philosophy and theology at St John’s College, Oxford University. Alex is an international public speaker and debater, having delivered addresses in multiple continents at conferences, universities, and local drinking groups, as well as debated ethics, religion, and politics with a number of high-profile opponents before college audiences, on radio talk shows and on national television. An impassioned animal rights advocate and religious critic, Alex’s online videos have been viewed thirty million times, attracting over three hundred and fifty thousand people to subscribe to his regular content. He has produced videos with notable experts in respected fields, such as Peter Singer, Richard Dawkins, and William Lane Craig. This weeks show is hosted by Klaus Mitchell, Produced by Robbie Lockie. Edited by Phil Marriott. ** Show Notes ** 00:00 Nuzest Sponsor 1 02:30 How The Cosmic Skeptic YouTube Channel began 04:10 A Meat Eaters Case for Veganism 06:05 Preparing and producing the YouTube channel presentations 06:55 The emotional intelligence and pain threshold of non-humans animals 08:50 Peter Singer and other inspiring vegan activists 11:00 The go-to vegan authors 12:37 Future generations looking back on our habits 16:50 Nuzest Sponsor 2 17:40 Breaking Boundaries clip 18:10 The narrative of veganism 23:25 The connection of respecting both animals and non-human animals and fixing prejudices in the world 29:00 Avoiding animal suffering 32:15 Nuzest Sponsor 3 This podcast is sponsored by Nuzest - use code PBN20 to get 20% off your first order of their delicious golden pea protein 👉 https://plnt.news/trynuzest

This podcast is sponsored by Nuzest - use code PBN20 to get 20% off your first order of their delicious golden pea protein 👉 https://plnt.news/trynuzest **** Hi Plant Friends, This week we meet Anthony Mullally he is a Rugby League professional with over 200 career appearances, as well as receiving the Super League Trophy with the Leeds Rhinos in 2017. Anthony played in two World Cups for Ireland in 2013 and 2017. Known as The Vegan Warrior, Anthony’s nickname reflects his growing passion for sustainable living and reconnecting with the natural environment around him. Feeling overwhelmed after helping Leeds Rhinos become Super League champions, Anthony knew he needed to reassess what made him happy, and realised fulfilment had to come from within. First he turned to meditation for answers and when lockdown happened in 2020, Anthony decided it was time for a change. He bought a camper van, moved to Cornwall and he immersed himself in nature, spending his time surfing and hiking. He then turned his back on Super League and set-up mens nature retreats and workshops.

This podcast is sponsored by Nuzest - use code PBN20 to get 20% off your first order of their delicious golden pea protein 👉 https://plnt.news/trynuzest Hi Plant Friends & welcome to another episode of the PBN Podcast. This week we meet the talented Preacher Lawson. Preacher is an American stand-up comedian and vegan advocate, best known for being a finalist on the 12th season of America's Got Talent. He returned for America's Got Talent: The Champions, where he finished in 5th place. Preacher was born in Portland, Oregon. He started writing jokes when he was 16 for about a year, then performed for the first time at the age of 17. He won the 2015 Funniest Comedian In Florida and the 2016 Seattle International Comedy Competition. As well as his comedy work, Preacher also runs a YouTube channel, where he posts travel vlogs, vegan guides, and music videos, all with a comedic twist. A passionate vegan, Preacher also posts videos discussing the ethical dimensions of his diet. “America’s Got Talent Las Vegas Live” - a live show taking place at the Luxor theatre in Las Vegas, has named Preacher as its host when the show premieres on November 12th Find out more about Preacher here https://thepreacherlawson.com and follow him on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHqfteK571ZYNhK_CktN9GQ This week's sponsor https://plnt.news/trynuzest use code PBN20 to get 20% off your first older of the delicious golden pea protein. *Show Notes* 00:00:00 Nuzest sponsor 1 00:03:36 The beginning of the vegan story 00:07:10 Growing up in the US with American food culture 00:12:50 Reactions from friends and family 00:18:15 Culture identity and life experiences as an African American man growing up 00:23:45 The horrifying state of the prison system in the US 00:25:00 Personal views on the United States of America. Does it feel like home? 00:30:55 Nuzest sponsor 2 00:32:40 Comedy roots: how the idea for stand-up started 00:33:45 The Fresh Prince of Bel Air 00:36:00 The internal monologue/the inner critic 00:40:35 Where the comedy creativity begins. Drawing from life 00:42:50 The worst experience on stage 00:46:05 The response from fans / social media connections 00:50:00 Is Preacher Lawson still single and ready to mingle? 00:50:25 What Preacher eats in a day 00:51:30 If there was a film made about Preacher’s life, what would be the theme song? 00:51:50 The easiest subject to discuss the vegan lifestyle 00:53:55 Stranded on a desert island 00:55:15 Nuzest sponsor 3 This episode was hosted by Robbie Lockie, and produced and edited by Phil Marriott.

This podcast is sponsored by Nuzest - use code PBN20 to get 20% off your first order of their delicious golden pea protein 👉 https://plnt.news/trynuzest Hi Plant Friends, This week we meet Dr Melanie Joy. She is an American social psychologist and author, primarily notable for coining the term carnism. At the age of 23, while a student at Harvard, Melanie contracted a food-borne disease from a tainted hamburger and was hospitalised. This led her to become a vegetarian, before eventually transitioning to veganism. Melanie introduced the term Carnism in a 2001 article published in Satya - an American monthly magazine which covered animal rights and social justice issues. The concept was revisited by her 2009 book Why We Love Dogs, Eat Pigs, and Wear Cows. Celebrities such as the musician Moby have praised Melanie, saying that her work has the potential to revolutionise how we think. Dr Melanie Joys Books Why We Love Dogs, Eat Pigs and Wear Cows: https://amzn.to/2W7t7IG Beyond Beliefs: A Guide to Improving Relationships and Communication for Vegans, Vegetarians, and Meat Eaters https://amzn.to/3jXlWLc Powerarchy: Understanding the Psychology of Oppression for Social Transformation: Understanding the Hidden Principles of Oppression for Social Transformation https://amzn.to/3xZUG3E You can find out more about Dr Joy's work with Carnism education here: https://carnism.org Learn to be a more effective vegan advocate: https://veganadvocacy.org Learn more about Dr Joy's Book Powerarchy here https://www.powerarchy.org This podcast can be found on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Soundcloud and many others. *Show Notes* 00:00:00 - Nuzest Sponsor #1 00:03:10 - The beginning of Dr. Melanie Joy’s vegan story 00:07:20 - Training in psychology 00:10:55 - What is Carnism? 00:13:20 - Why do some people shun meat from a young age, and some don’t? 00:17:55 - What keeps Dr. Melanie Joy positive when there is so much animal exploitation and abuse? 00:22:50 - What is causing humanity not to shift away from the damaging ways we are behaving? 00:28:00 - The aspects that slow down the growth of the vegan movement 00:39:43 - Nuzest Sponsor #2 00:40:40 - The success of Melanie’s TED Talk 00:44:35 - The architecture of oppression / ‘Powerarchy’ 00:48:09 - Intersectionality 00:59:20 - Mastering our emotions and communication 01:02:20 - Cellular agriculture 01:07:45 - Top tips for being a better advocate 01:09:50 - Stranded on a desert island 01:11:25 - Nuzest Sponsor #3 This show is hosted by Robbie Lockie & edited and produced Phil Marriot. This podcast is sponsored by Nuzest - use code PBN20 to get 20% off your first order of their delicious golden pea protein 👉 https://plnt.news/trynuzest

Hi Plant Friends and welcome to this weeks episode. This week we meet Dr. Brooke Goldner who is a board certified physician, the creator of the Healing Protocol for Lupus Recovery, and is known globally as the author of three bestselling books, including Goodbye Lupus. Lupus is an autoimmune disease that sees the individual’s immune system become hyperactive and attack healthy tissue. Dr. Goldner has often talked about how it affected her life. When Brooke was 16, she was was in stage 4 kidney failure due to a serious case of Lupus. She was initially told she had six months to live. To further add to her health issues, when she started medical school, Brooke developed anti-phospholipid antibodies which gave her double vision and also resulted in a stroke. After adopting a high raw, whole food plant-based diet, Brooke was relieved to notice that the Lupus was gone within three months. Dr. Brooke Goldner has been featured in various documentaries such as Eating You Alive, Whitewashed, and The Conspiracy Against Your Health. She has many radio shows and podcasts, and is a highly sought after keynote speaker. *Show Notes* 00:02:44 The beginning of the vegan story 00:13:15 The confusion over managing diabetes 00:14:15 What is the immune system? 00:22:14 Recovering from a disease with the Goodbye Lupus protocol 00:23:36 Is the statement “food is medicine” misleading? 00:29:09 Can anyone with Lupus reverse their symptoms with plant-based nutrition? 00:33:48 Issues the gut can be connected to stress 00:34:44 Will people only value a treatment or practice if they pay for it? 00:37:53 Trauma and the effects it has on the body and the immune system 00:48:50 How to find Dr. Brooke Goldner online 00:51:00 Stranded on a desert island Find out more about Dr Brooke's work here https://www.goodbyelupus.com/ This episode is hosted by Robbie Lockie, produced & edited by Phil Marriott

Hi Plant Friends and welcome to another episode of the PBN Podcast. This week we meet Professor Rock Rockström. Professor Johan Rockström is one of the most influential Earth scientists who is amongst the most cited researchers in the world. As director of the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research, he advises governments, corporations and activists, about the latest research on the climate and biodiversity and strives for better science communication. A collaboration with natural historian and broadcaster David Attenborough saw him create a 2021 Netflix series, Breaking Boundaries: The Science of Our Planet. He also participated in President Joe Biden’s climate summit. In 2020, Professor Rockström co-edited Standing Up for a Sustainable World, a book that gathers the voices of leading academics as well as climate change and environmental activists, entrepreneurs and investors. It highlights the urgent action that needs to be taken to foster sustainable, resilient and inclusive development in the face of powerful systemic forces. Other books include The Human Quest and Big World Small Planet: both produced with National Geographic photographer, Mattias Klum. You can watch Breaking Boundaries on Netflix here: https://www.netflix.com/title/81336476 *Show Notes* 00:01:38 Breaking Boundaries Preview 00:02:20 Animal Agriculture: why are so many environmentalists shying away from criticising it directly? 00:05:40 Is there a lack of understanding of the implications of the damage caused by animal agriculture and factory farming? 00:08:02 Breaking Boundaries Preview 00:09:16 Cutting out animal products from our diet can have such a huge positive impact on our carbon footprint. Should we be pushing more? 00:12:05 Breaking Boundaries Preview 00:15:42 What we can do to reduce our carbon footprint and environmental impact? 00:18:35 Breaking Boundaries Preview 00:20:07 Cellular Agriculture: Is this alternative to animal protein a solution? 00:22:35 The purpose of Breaking Boundaries 00:25:10 Greta Thunberg: How radical do we really need to be to raise the alarm? 00:27:33 Breaking Boundaries Preview This weeks episode was presented and produced by Robbie Lockie, and edited by Phil Marriott

Hi Plant friends and welcome to another episode of the PBN Podcast. This week we meet Joanne Molinaro, also known as The Korean Vegan. Joanne is a Korean American, born in Chicago, Illinois. When you consider her tasks and accomplishments, you wonder how Joanne manages to incorporate all of her work and play into a 24-hour period. She works at a large law firm, runs 30-40 miles a week, and creates a blog that has over 100,000 followers. On top of that, she’s managed to write her first book, which she hopes will be released by Autumn 2021. Joanne also writes poetry and prose, with her writing appearing in Side B Magazine, Cha: An Asian Literary Journal, and The Mashup Americans. Joanne started her blog, The Korean Vegan, in 2016, after switching to a plant-based diet. In July 2020, she started her TikTok platform, mostly as a coping mechanism for the isolation caused by the global pandemic. Each of the simple recipe videos she shared included an accompanying family story, all less than 60 seconds. She's shared stories of her mother's immigration to America, her grandmother's escape from North Korea, interracial dating, and more. In addition to her other work, Joanne has given cooking demonstrations, participated in fundraising events for North Korean refugees, and was invited to be the keynote guest speaker for the Korean Women’s International Network 2018 Conference. To find out more about Joanne and her work visit her website: https://thekoreanvegan.com Pre-order Joanna’s book here https://amzn.to/34zrLr1 This weeks episode was presented and produced by Robbie Lockie, and edited by Phil Marriott

Hi Plant Friends, and welcome to a very special episode. Today's show is hosted by PBN Founder Klaus Mitchell. Husband and wife Ali and Lucy Tabrizi are the filmmakers behind the Netflix documentary Seaspiracy - which uncovers the horrors of modern industrial fishing. The film features human impacts on marine life such as plastic marine debris, ghost nets and overfishing around the world. The documentary was one of the top ten most-watched films on Netflix in several countries on the week of its release and generated significant traction on social media. According to the United Nations FAO around 87 percent of the world’s fish populations are ‘fully fished’ or ‘overfished’. Nearly a third of edible fish populations have declined by 90 percent. That same study says that if biodiversity continues to decline, the marine environment will not be able to sustain our way of life. Indeed it may not be able to sustain our lives at all. The global fishing industry has more than doubled in capacity since 1950. It’s now so huge it can’t help but destroy our oceans. What Ali and Lucy discovered whilst making Seaspiracy was truly shocking: Fishing has wiped out 90 percent of the world’s large fish. More than 300,000 dolphins, whales and porpoises are killed by fishing operations every year. More than $35 billion is paid in subsidies to industrial fishing every year. Fishing kills 30,000 sharks EVERY HOUR. Ali and Lucy sat down with Klaus Mitchell from Plant Based News to talk about some of the questions they’ve faced, some of the criticisms, and to go through some behind-the-scenes snippets from the Seaspiracy documentary. Since its release in March 2021, Seaspiracy has garnered many reviews worldwide. It soon climbed up the ranks on Netflix in over 30 countries. During our exclusive interview for Plant Based News, Klaus Mitchell asked Ali and Lucy what proportion of the feedback they thought - in terms of the reception of the documentary - has been positive and negative. Find out more about Seaspiracy here https://www.seaspiracy.org And sign the petition already signed by over 650,000 people at https://change.org/seaspiracy This podcast is sponsored by Nuzest - use code PBN20 to get 20% off your first order of their delicious golden pea protein 👉 https://plnt.news/trynuzest This episode is produced by Robbie Lockie. Presented by Klaus Mitchell and Edited by Phil Marriott. *Show Notes* 00:02:19 The reception for the Seaspiracy documentary 00:03:51 Interesting responses from fans, seafood chefs and celebrity followers 00:05:38 The Seaspiracy journey 00:07:40 Responding to cynics 00:08:30 Documenting the distressing footage of whaling in the Faroe islands 00:10:35 The filming and editing process 00:13:01 Finishing the documentary and receiving messages from influencers, friends and family 00:15:25 What Ali and Lucy learnt from making the documentary 00:17:00 Is change happening now? 00:18:27 The size of the Seaspiracy production team 00:19:32 Surprises of the shoot location 00:20:17 Ali and Lucy’s personal favourite moments of the documentary 00:22:10 Dangerous moments in the film 00:24:05 The state of our oceans 00:27:48 What proportion of feedback has been positive and negative 00:31:27 The strangest criticism 00:32:44 The kinds of criticism directed at Seaspiracy 00:33:25 A chance for Ali and Lucy to refute particular criticisms 00:38:00 Critics and their conflicts of interests 00:40:50 Making sure that statistics used are accurate 00:41:45 Addressing claims from participants that their words were put out of context 00:47:26 Using narrativised sections in the editing process 00:48:58 ‘Fish aren’t as sentient as land animals’ - responding to fish eaters 00:49:50 Responding to those who believe they need to eat fish to get nutrients 00:51:00 Was Seaspiracy made with a vegan message in mind? 00:52:40 What is next for Team Seaspiracy? 00:53:51 How can people support the Seaspiracy efforts?

Hi Plant Friends and welcome to another episode of the PBN Podcast. I am your host Robbie Lockie. On this weeks episode we meet the bubbly and colourful vegan Jasmin Singer. At the age of twenty-four, Jasmin Singer turned to veganism after watching a film about factory farming. Learning about the horrors of the dairy and egg production led her to incorporate animal rights into her LGBTQ+ and feminist activism. Jasmin then began volunteering at PETA's headquarters in Norfolk, Virginia, and began steering her career toward animal rights activism. As well as being a leading expert, Jasmin Singer is now a hugely visible presence within the vegan community. She is a coveted speaker on topics including radical body positivity, personal narrative as a means of social justice, and how to change the world for animals. She is also the author of The VegNews Guide to Being a Fabulous Vegan and Always Too Much and Never Enough: A Memoir. Along with her co-host Mariann Sullivan, Jasmin and her team continue to “change the world for animals” on the long-running, award-winning podcast, Our Hen House. I was fortunate to feature on one of their episodes, I will link it down in the show notes. Jasmin’s incredible contribution to animal rights does not stop there. She is the former Senior Editor for VegNews Magazine and the longtime love columnist and celebrity interviewer. In 2020, Jasmin had the enviable job of interviewing actor Joaquin Phoenix, who had used his prominence to not only effectively veganize the menu at the Academy Awards, but also treat his acceptance speech as a way of sharing his concerns for animal rights issues. You may well have seen Jasmin appearing in various documentaries such as The Ghosts In Our Machine and Vegucated. She has also contributed to many anthologies such as Running Eating Thinking; Defiant Daughters; Voices for Animal Liberation; Queer & Trans Voices; and Circles of Compassion. As an actor, Jasmin starred in the film The Bra Mitzvah and has appeared in television commercials. She holds a BFA in Acting from Pace University, and is a certified holistic health counsellor. Jasmin is a long-time activist across many realms, including animal activism, LGBTQ activism, and antiracism. As always if you love this episode please don't forget to comment, like and share and if you are on Apple Podcasts please do leave us a review it really helps get the message out there. Find out more about Jasmin here https://jasminsinger.com The PBN Podcast is produced by Robbie Lockie & edited by Phil Marriott * The Show Notes * 00:03:38 The vegan journey - how it all started 00:10:29 Noticing changes in the vegan shift 00:11:34 The vegan movement challenged by capitalism 00:17:41 Experiencing classism 00:20:26 Racial identity 00:26:19 Compassion and respect for humans 00:28:55 Balancing family culture and heritage with a vegan lifestyle 00:32:22 Ted Talk 00:38:47 Are human beings born with compassion? Or do we have to learn it? 00:40:11 Does bullying make you a stronger person? 00:43:35 Dealing with the problems of bullying 00:45:30 Working for Veg News 00:47:59 The first Veg News book: The Veg News Guide To Being A Fabulous Vegan 00:58:13 The Kinder Beauty Box 01:01:04 Stranded on a desert island

This week's episode is supported by the food revolution Summit. A deadly global pandemic makes one thing abundantly clear: Your health needs to be a priority. Not just someday, but right now. Obesity, heart disease, Alzheimer’s, type 2 diabetes, cancer, and other chronic illnesses are all fueled by diet and lifestyle choices — and they make infections more dangerous. - This is why we are proud to have partnered with this incredible online event that is completely FREE - and features 25 of the world’s leading experts in plant-based health and medicine, including our some of our favorites Dr Greger, Brenda Davis, Michael Klaper, and Will Buleswirz. - To get your free ticket to the biggest health event of the year -https://plnt.news/transformyourlife * EPISODE 58* Hi Plant Friends, and welcome to another episode of the PBN Podcast. Will Bulsiewicz, or ‘Dr. B’ as he is affectionately known, is a graduate of Georgetown School of Medicine and a former chief medical resident at Northwestern Memorial Hospital and chief gastroenterology fellow at the University of North Carolina Hospitals. When Will found the power of a plant-based diet, it quite simply changed his life. He took this knowledge into his medical practice as a gastroenterologist. Will then started a crusade to convince his patients and followers that a plant-based diet full of fermented foods could radically change the gut microbiome. Along the way, he has witnessed some very positive transformations in people following his program. And he offers this advice following his own experience. He has himself lost over 45 pounds and claims to feel better than he has in years. Will has authored more than twenty articles in the top American gastroenterology journals including the New York Times bestselling book, “Fiber Fueled: The Plant Based Gut Health Program For Losing Weight”, “Restoring Your Health”, and “Optimizing Your Microbiome”. Throughout his career, Will has balanced his love of working alongside his patients with his interest in cutting-edge scientific breakthroughs that are changing the way we see the gut, and how to treat symptoms. More recently, Will created The Plant Fed Gut online course for those seeking a complete knowledge of gut health. Find out more about Dr B here https://theplantfedgut.com * SHOW TIMES * 00:03:43 Discovering the vegan lifestyle 00:09:26 Becoming a gastroenterologist 00:14:12 Why is there criticism of using food as a medicine? Is there hope that things will change? 00:19:21 Are we turning into giant cash cows? 00:21:31 Why aren’t doctors recommending a plant-based diet as a medicine? 00:27:35 The inspiration behind the ‘Fiber Fueled: The Plant-Based Gut Health Program for Losing Weight, Restoring Your Health, and Optimizing Your Microbiome’ book 00:31:08 The key things that go wrong with the gut 00:34:15 How the bacteria microbes get in our body in the first place 00:36:57 The beneficial bacteria that mothers pass on to their children during birth and breast feeding 00:41:10 Are the gut microbiome affecting our thoughts? Are our cravings motivated by the gut microbes? 00:43:30 What the biome mechanical process is doing to our arteries 00:46:50 You have the ability to shape your own microbiome 00:48:40 The dangers of oil consumption? 00:53:30 The globalised food system and the use of pesticides 00:57:50 What Dr B brings to people as a scientist and medical professional, and how we can do better in our day-to-day lives 01:01:30 Stranded on a desert island

It’s impossible to ignore the incredible work that Maggie Baird has done as an American actress, voice artist, screenwriter and founder of Plant-Based non-profit organisation Support & Feed. Much like her musician son Finneas and pop star daughter Billie Eilish, Maggie is a passionate vegan, and has inspired many to go plant-based. Maggie grew up in Colorado performing music, and studied theatre and dance at the University of Utah, before moving to New York City where she performed on Broadway. She made her TV debut in 1981 in the soap opera Another World and in 1989, her film debut in An Innocent Man. She has also appeared in many television series’ such as Bones, The X-Files and Six Feet Under. As a vegan powerhouse, Maggie has continued to both entertain her admirers as well as encourage and enlighten new followers. In 2020 Maggie featured on a new plant-based cooking show on Amazon Prime Video called New Day New Chef. This hugely successful programme centred around her organisation Support + Feed, an initiative set up to help those ‘greatly impacted’ by the coronavirus crisis. Support + Feed has supported LA’s plant-based restaurants by encouraging people to gift order food for those in need. As further proof of Maggie’s huge contribution, the organisation was crowned ‘2020 Company of the Year’ by animal advocacy group PETA. Maggie also continues to be an advocate for the benefits of a vegan lifestyle on her socials, boasting strong and powerful messages that highlight animal welfare, sustainable living and the importance of looking out for those around us. Follow Maggie here https://www.instagram.com/maggiembaird/ And show your support for Support and Feed here: https://www.supportandfeed.com Read all our articles about Maggie's work on Plant Based News here https://plantbasednews.org/tag/maggie-baird/ Learning about the film "They Are Trying To Kill Us' - https://theyretryingtokillus.com/ Find out more about V.A.A.O - https://www.wearevaao.org This episode is presented and produced by Robbie Lockie, and edited by Phil Marriott. 00:03:05 Discovering the vegetarian and vegan lifestyles 00:06:25 Should we tell young children where their food comes from? 00:09:08 The challenges of eating healthily in the U.S. 00:19:32 Childhood and adolescent interests and ambitions 00:24:36 Raising children Billie Eilish and Finneas as vegetarian 00:28:49 Carnism vs Veganism 00:32:32 Billie Eilish and Finneas embracing the importance of veganism 00:37:58 The U.S. Election 00:43:02 Donald Trump, misinformation and conspiracy theories 00:48:00 The harmful effects of social media 00:50:15 Tips for a happy marriage and a balanced family 00:53:22 Finding calm within the pressures and distractions of work and social media 00:59:08 Acting achievements 01:05:58 Support + Feed 01:09:57 The importance for white vegans to be vocal about systemic racism and the Black Lives Matter movement 01:13:43 VAAO / They’re Trying To Kill Us 01:17:39 Stranded on a desert island