Plant-Powered People Podcast
Toni Okamoto and Michelle Cehn
Life is always easier and more exciting when you have friends to share in your journey, and the path to plant-based living is no exception! On the Plant-Powered People Podcast, you’ll hear from folks who’ve embraced plant-based living while they share their experiences overcoming obstacles in the most graceful (and sometimes not-so-graceful) ways.
Join hosts Michelle Cehn (founder of World of Vegan) and Toni Okamoto (founder of Plant Based on a Budget) every other week as they tackle challenges like being the only vegan in the family, what it’s like to be plant-based while working at a non-ve...
Eat for Life with Dr. Joel Fuhrman
Discover how Dr. Fuhrman’s Nutritarian approach can transform your health! Learn how nutrient-dense foods prevent and fight cancer, reverse disease, and boost longevity. Plus, find out why overcoming food addiction can make eating healthier actually enjoyable. Tune in for tips that can change your life, from the items to put in your cart every grocery trip to finding those foods on a budget! Episode Show Notes Newsletter Sign-Up Support Our Podcast on Patreon Your Hosts: Toni Okamoto (foun
Lifechanging Tips to Improve Your Life & Achieve Fitness Goals
Practical fitness tips to transform your health and mindset. We dive into how to make it easier when it feels like a challenge. We also explore how a plant-based diet supports fitness goals, boosts energy, and helps you build a strong, vibrant body as you prioritize self-care and embrace simplicity to reclaim your vitality and create lasting change. Episode Show Notes Newsletter Sign-Up Support Our Podcast on Patreon Your Hosts: Toni Okamoto (founder of Plant-Based on a Budget) & Michelle
Inspiring Vegan Journey
From food addict to health advocate, Chuck shares how embracing a plant-based lifestyle transformed his health and mindset, as he shed 280 pounds that were carrying him to an early grave. From overcoming personal struggles to breaking free from food addiction, Chuck’s journey highlights the power of veganism in creating positive change, self-compassion, and the ability to inspire others. Episode Show Notes Newsletter Sign-Up Support Our Podcast on Patreon Your Hosts: Toni Okamoto (founder
Making Plant-Based Food More Flavorful
Kick off healthy eating goals with simple, flavorful meals! In this episode, Amy shares easy ways to eat more veggies, infuse flavor into your dishes, and make healthy cooking stress-free. From meal prep tips, to inexpensive and accessible flavor bursts, get practical ideas to make this your healthiest, most delicious year yet! Episode Show Notes Newsletter Sign-Up Support Our Podcast on Patreon Your Hosts: Toni Okamoto (founder of Plant-Based on a Budget) & Michelle Cehn (founder of World
Protein-Packed Meal Planning Tips With a Registered Dietitian
Want to make healthy eating work without spending hours in the kitchen? These simple meal prepping tips, from a registered dietician, will help you save time and stay nourished all week! If you’re struggling to get your head in the meal prep game, listen in to discover how small tweaks can make meal planning feel effortless and fun—even with a busy schedule. Episode Show Notes Newsletter Sign-Up Support Our Podcast on Patreon Your Hosts: Toni Okamoto (founder of Plant-Based on a Budget) &
126. How to Reuse & Repurpose Like a Pro
In our disposable society, here's the advice to reuse & repurpose that you can actually put into practice. Discover ways to honor the integrity of what we own and invest in longevity. Lauren shares her inspiring journey to climate optimism and activism, offering listeners realistic and practical tips on how to get started making a positive impact on the planet, one small, achievable, and meaningful step at a time. Episode Show Notes Newsletter Sign-Up Support Our Podcast on Patreon Your H
Nutrition 101 for Plant Based Kids — And How to Get Them to Love Vegetables
Here’s how to raise healthy kids (and adults!) from the registered dietitians behind the popular platform Plant-Based Juniors. These experienced parents and health experts join us to give a foundational understanding of plant-based nutrition for kids, and share ways to raise the next generation to love plants and the planet! Episode Show Notes Newsletter Sign-Up Support Our Podcast on Patreon Your Hosts: Toni Okamoto (founder of Plant-Based on a Budget) & Michelle Cehn (founder of World of
Healthy Habits with Chef AJ
Make those healthy habits stick so they can transform your life like you’ve always dreamed. Chef AJ is here to share her inspiring journey from a "junk food vegan" to a champion of whole foods, revealing practical tips and transformative insights that make healthy living accessible and fun. Listen in for tried and true advice and motivation to boost your healthy habits today! Episode Show Notes Newsletter Sign-Up Support Our Podcast on Patreon Your Hosts: Toni Okamoto (founder of Plant-Bas
123. Life Updates & Season Closing
Toni & Michelle get personal, sharing the joys and pains of life and how they’re learning to navigate those meaningfully. Listen in to this heartfelt convo about everything from losing loved ones, finding JOMO, and the best books & music & TV experience you may need in your life! Episode Show Notes Newsletter Sign-Up Support Our Podcast on Patreon Your Hosts: Toni Okamoto (founder of Plant-Based on a Budget) & Michelle Cehn (founder of World of Vegan) Thanks for tuning in to the Plant-Powe
122. Weekly Kitchen Resets That Will Change Your Life
Ready to transform your kitchen chaos into a well-oiled meal prep machine? The IG-famous Kelsey, an RN with a gift for beautiful and efficient meal planning, shares her journey from a hectic schedule to a streamlined fridge full of organized meals. Listen in for all you need to know to do the same! Episode Show Notes Newsletter Sign-Up Support Our Podcast on Patreon Your Hosts: Toni Okamoto (founder of Plant-Based on a Budget) & Michelle Cehn (founder of World of Vegan) Thanks for tuning i
Power Foods, Healthy Eating, and Weight Loss
This episode gets spicy! Dr. Neal Barnard joins to show how to put the power of food to work to achieve health and weight loss goals. From cinnamon and hot peppers, to potatoes and sea vegetables, Dr. Barnard gives us an enlightening peek into the effects that Power Foods can have on our bodies—from the inside out. Episode Show Notes Newsletter Sign-Up Support Our Podcast on Patreon Your Hosts: Toni Okamoto (founder of Plant-Based on a Budget) & Michelle Cehn (founder of World of Vegan) Th
120. 100lbs Weight Loss Journey to Prioritize Health & Family
An incredible story of how embracing a healthier lifestyle led to losing 160 pounds! Jeremy's journey to balance career & family with a logical approach to food & vital mindset shifts, let him be present in his life & with his family. Listen for tons of tips to incorporate health & well-being into the whole family. Episode Show Notes Newsletter Sign-Up Support Our Podcast on Patreon Your Hosts: Toni Okamoto (founder of Plant-Based on a Budget) & Michelle Cehn (founder of World of Vegan) Th
The Type 2 Diabetes Revolution
In this beautiful episode, Diana and Jose inspire us to consider our intrinsic motivation as we consider the weighty epidemic of type 2 diabetes. Listen in to learn all about what it is, what causes it, what complications come from it, and most importantly the many things YOU can do to protect yourself and your loved ones right now! Episode Show Notes Newsletter Sign-Up Support Our Podcast on Patreon Your Hosts: Toni Okamoto (founder of Plant-Based on a Budget) & Michelle Cehn (founder of
When Your Partner Isn't Vegan
Feel like you’re doing vegan alone? Many of you listeners are the only one in your household who live plant-based, which brings unique challenges. How do you do it? To answer this frequently asked question, we brought you Josie Morris, married to her omnivore partner of 20+ years, to share all the wisdom and encouragement on how to walk life with a partner who’s not vegan. Episode Show Notes Newsletter Sign-Up Support Our Podcast on Patreon Your Hosts: Toni Okamoto (founder of Plant-Based
The Evolution of Vegan with VegNews Magazine Co-Founder Colleen Holland
Gain inspiration and insight as Colleen Holland, co-founder of VegNews Magazine, shares how by putting her energy into her passion, she was able to reach the world and watch it change and tell the story today of how the vegan scene has evolved over the past three decades. Episode Show Notes Newsletter Sign-Up Support Our Podcast on Patreon Your Hosts: Toni Okamoto (founder of Plant-Based on a Budget) & Michelle Cehn (founder of World of Vegan) Thanks for tuning in to the Plant-Powered Peo
Breaking the Cycle of Heart Disease with Dr. Columbus Batiste
The power to save your life—and the lives of your loved ones!—is in your hands, right this minute, with these keys to transforming your heart health! Dr. Columbus Batiste, renowned cardiologist, speaks from the heart and to our hearts with these compelling, life-giving tips. Episode Show Notes Newsletter Sign-Up Support Our Podcast on Patreon Your Hosts: Toni Okamoto (founder of Plant-Based on a Budget) & Michelle Cehn (founder of World of Vegan) Thanks for tuning in to the Plant-Powered P
The Look-Great, Feel-Amazing, Age-Later Lifestyle with Victoria Moran
Here's one who actually lived it! A testimony of a vegan who has lived how researchers & doctors have taught for forty years and has reaped incredible benefits in the aging process at a thriving 72 years young. She reveals her tried & true process for adding years and youthfulness to your life! Episode Show Notes Newsletter Sign-Up Support Our Podcast on Patreon Your Hosts: Toni Okamoto (founder of Plant-Based on a Budget) & Michelle Cehn (founder of World of Vegan) Thanks for tuning in to th
Reducing Waste with Colleen Patrick-Goudreau for Earth Month
How can we live sustainably whe excess and waste are all around us? Today’s guest shows us how to flip the switch from the overwhelming “there’s so much to do” to the empowering “there’s so much we CAN do!” Colleen Patrick-Goudeau reveals just how simple it can be, from packaging you didn't even know you could reduce to swaps that might surprise you! Episode Show Notes Newsletter Sign-Up Support Our Podcast on Patreon Your Hosts: Toni Okamoto (founder of Plant-Based on a Budget) & Michelle Ceh
Scrappy Cooking with Carleigh Bodrug
Stretch your food budget while saving the planet and enjoying fabulous flavors with these phenomenal tips by our good friend and THE expert on scrappy cooking, Carleigh Bodrug of PlantYou. She shares everything from how to make your fresh greens last for weeks, to how to make versatile kitchen staples out of what is often thrown away. Episode Show Notes Newsletter Sign-Up Support Our Podcast on Patreon Your Hosts: Toni Okamoto (founder of Plant-Based on a Budget) & Michelle Cehn (founder of Wo
Why We Should All Turn Lawns into Pollinator Gardens & How to Do It On A Budget
Bring joy to yourself and your neighbors, as you break from the norm and support the birds, butterflies, and bees with this gardening-made-easy episode! Learn how anybody, with whatever space you already have, can make huge strides in supporting your local wildlife and ecosystem, all while growing your own delicious & nutritious & affordable food supply. Farmer, researcher, and naturalist extraordinaire Jimmy Videle joins us to show just how doable it is to start small with a veganic garden, fro
Gut health + IBS with Dahlia and James Marin
Everybody poops! But for some it’s not so easy and if so, this episode is for you. We’ve all heard about IBS (irritable bowel syndrome), but you may be shocked at just how common and commonly undiagnosed it is! We’ve brought you registered dietitians Dahlia Marin and James Marin to learn all the ins and outs of gut health, from IBS to SIBO, to how you can identify if that is your struggle and what you can do to reverse and heal all that pain and start living a comfortable, happy life wherever y
Mastering the Instant Pot: Advanced Pressure Cooking with Nisha Vora
Life is BUSY, but here’s how to get back more time in your day and the tool that will make that happen! You’ve likely heard of or already own an Instant Pot, but have you wondered if you’re taking advantage of all it’s capable of? Are you really using it to free you to live a more active life? We get it, pressure cookers can be intimidating, and even if you’ve mastered the basics, figuring out more advanced uses can be overwhelming. That’s why we brought you Instant Pot cookbook author Nisha Vo
Beating Breast Cancer with Dr. Kristi Funk
Do NOT skip this episode - it’s lifesaving! Today we’re talking about the scary “C” word (cancer), but we promise that by the end of the episode you’ll feel anything but scared, and instead feel totally empowered to protect yourself and your loved ones, starting today! Dr. Kristi Funk, breast cancer surgeon and go-to breast expert for Good Morning America, gives us the 4-pronged evidence-driven approach to beating and preventing breast cancer. This powerful and practical episode raises some cont
108. Plant-Based Nutrition 101 with Desiree Nielsen
What do you really need to know about nutrition to be healthy and happy? From phytochemicals and flavonoids, we've brought you the evidence-based expert who’s deep-dived to share how to truly live a joyous life without food issues and information overload weighing you down! Desiree Nielsen, registered dietitian and vegan-extraordinaire, is with us today to counter myths about nutrition while unlocking the adventure and joy behind the power of food. Tune in for all the practical tips and tricks t
Reversing Diabetes and Losing Over 100lbs with Bobby Sud
We have the New Year inspiration you need to transform your health & live out your calling! Bobby Sud shares his wildly inspiring journey of going plant-based, reversing diabetes, and finding his purpose. He reveals the secrets to becoming the better version of yourself... and it's closer and simpler than you think! Episode Show Notes Newsletter Sign-Up Support Our Podcast on Patreon REMINDER: Don't miss the Thrive Bundle! This phenomenal collection of tools is exactly what you need to empower
Introducing...THRIVE BUNDLE! The Best Wellness, Cooking, and Fitness E-Books & Courses on the Internet
We’re SO stoked to finally share with you this phenomenal, empowering project we’ve been working on! We are honored to come together with some of our favorite creators, like PlantYou, ChefPriyanka, SweetSimpleVegan, Daniella Monet, and Chef AJ and soo many more, to provide you the ULTIMATE resource to kickstart your new year. Over 70 of our favorite creators have contributed resources and products to the Thrive Bundle - from full-length cookbooks, to meal plans, to fitness guides, and more. I
Living With Cancer & Braving Grief with Crazy Sexy Cancer Thriver Kris Carr
“The freight train to death turned into a catalyst for change.” The renowned Kris Carr is here to share her phenomenal journey facing and surviving an incurable stage IV cancer diagnosis and the profound wisdom she gleaned along the way. She reveals how to face the big messy emotions that happen when life falls apart. In this episode, Kris warmly teaches our audience how to take back their health and live like they mean it, starting with how we define health and the role of mindset in overall
105. How Not to Age with Dr. Michael Greger
Is there a way to slow down aging—or even prevent elements of aging altogether? What does the science say and who can possibly keep track of it all? Our guest Dr. Michael Greger has read over 20,000 of the leading scientific studies on aging and is here to break it down for us. Throw out the lies that poor health is just a part of aging, and pain is just a part of life. Dr. Greger brings hope for us all in this fascinating episode that reveals the secrets—and the science!—behind living a long, h
How to Survive the Holidays with Bruce Friedrich
Don't fear as the holidays draw near! Bruce Friedrich is here with a wealth of conversational advice to guide plant-based people through potential holiday woes. If you find yourself dreading those inevitable questions and possible confrontations about your vegan lifestyle choices, this episode is for you! Bruce provides practical strategies, specific wording and phrases, and even role-plays conversations with Toni and Michelle to help anyone feel more comfortable engaging about veganism (or oth
Life Update + Our Favorite Things for Fall
Michelle and Toni are back for season 6! They reveal an all-star line-up of guests this season before diving into some of their favorite life hacks, including how to recover from draining seasons. In so doing, they get a bit vulnerable, sharing about hard seasons of loss, overcoming disappointment, finding balance in parenting, and giving room for authenticity. Toni shares about an exciting and humbling season of traveling as well as her experience at a hot concert. And keep listening to the en
102. Live to 100: Dan Buettner's Top Tips
We're so excited to re-release this episode in honor of Dan Buettner sharing his new Netflix documentary, Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones! In his documentary he explores in visual form these 5 "blue zones" that fuel vibrant, extended life. Dan Buettner is is an award-winning journalist and producer at National Geographic who has spent most of his life identifying and studying “blue zones” - the 5 areas of the world where people live the longest, with the lowest disease rates. Today he’s
Is Fungi The Future of Meat? Paul Shapiro Thinks So!
Is the future of meat fungi? Paul Shapiro thinks so! In this episode we dive deep into the world of alternative proteins with the author of the national bestseller Clean Meat: How Growing Meat Without Animals Will Revolutionize Dinner and the World. Paul is also the CEO of The Better Meat Co., a five-time TEDx speaker, the host of the Business for Good Podcast, and a long-time leader in food sustainability. Podcast Website (PlantPoweredPodcast.com) Episode Show Notes Support The Show Your
100. Season Ending + Life Updates
Michelle and Toni celebrate on 100 episodes together! Here they get personal, revealing their tips on goal setting and mindset that leads to success - both professionally and personally, sharing what habits and routines have turned their lives around, and discussing how they stay fresh and motivated in the face of an ever-changing social media world. Show Notes Newsletter Sign-Up Support The Show Your Hosts: Toni Okamoto & Michelle Cehn Thanks for tuning in to the Plant-Powered People Podc
Environmental Reasons to Go Vegan with Nick Cutsumpas
Have you felt compelled to take more action to support the environment, but aren’t sure where to start, or feel overwhelmed by how expensive and daunting it seems? Join our conversation with Farmer Nick to learn what’s really contributing to our environmental woes, what’s at stake, and better yet, three actionable (and affordable!) steps that anyone can take, starting today. Podcast Website (PlantPoweredPodcast.com) Episode Show Notes Support The Show Your Hosts: Toni Okamoto & Michel
Miyoko Schinner on Innovation, Ethics, and the Cheese Revolution
Miyoko Schinner shares her journey pioneering a plant-based cheese revolution, discusses the vital importance of ethical business practices and corporate responsibility, and reveals some exciting plans she has for the future. Show Notes Newsletter Sign-Up Support The Show Your Hosts: Toni Okamoto & Michelle Cehn Thanks for tuning in to the Plant-Powered People Podcast! Be sure to subscribe at PlantPoweredPodcast.com to get our podcast e-mail newsletters. Resources Plant-Based on a Budget
97. Ethics in Action: A Conversation with Peter Singer
The moral arc of the universe was changed by Peter Singer, a philosopher, Professor of Bioethics at Princeton University, and author of the groundbreaking book Animal Liberation, which first came out in 1975 and sparked the animal rights movement. In this episode, he discusses practical ethics, utilitarianism, and how to make the greatest positive impact with your life. Podcast Website (PlantPoweredPodcast.com) Episode Show Notes Support The Show Your Hosts: Toni Okamoto & Michelle Cehn Thank
96. Is Fungi The Future of Meat? Paul Shapiro Thinks So!
Is the future of meat fungi? Paul Shapiro thins so! In this episode we dive deep into the world of alternative proteins with the author of the national bestseller Clean Meat: How Growing Meat Without Animals Will Revolutionize Dinner and the World. Paul is also the CEO of The Better Meat Co., a five-time TEDx speaker, the host of the Business for Good Podcast, and a long-time leader in food sustainability. Podcast Website (PlantPoweredPodcast.com) Episode Show Notes Support The Show Your H
95. Preventing Alzheimer’s & Cognitive Decline with The Brain Doctors
Can we prevent Alzheimer's? It turns out our genes only account for about 3-5% of dementia cases, and we have a lot more control of our long-term cognitive health than we once thought. World-renowned Alzheimer’s researchers Dr. Dean Sherzai and Dr. Ayesha Sherzai join us on the podcast to share how food—most notably plant-based whole foods—play a huge role in preventing the onset of Alzheimer's. Show Notes: How to take care of your cognitive health long term with a well-planned plant-based d
94. Cat Rescue With the Kitten Lady
Hannah Shaw aka "The Kitten Lady," is a kitten rescuer, humane educator, and New York Times bestselling author who has dedicated her life to finding innovative ways to protect animals. She strives to create global change in the way we perceive and treat the tiniest and most vulnerable felines, and has grown a community 1+ million strong on Instagram eagerly awaiting her daily adorable rescued kitten photos and educational videos. She is an incredible example of what one person can do. Show Not
93. How Not to Die & The Daily Dozen
Many of the leading causes of death are preventable through a plant-based diet. But how exactly do we optimize our diet? Dr. Michael Greger, the bestselling author of How Not to Die, shares his top tips for how to minimize our chances of premature death and eat healthfully with the help of the Daily Dozen checklist. Show Notes: The amazing story that led Dr. Greger onto the path of lifestyle medicine and plant-based eating How a plant-based diet helped Dr. Greger’s grandmother recover from
92. Effective Animal Advocacy with Milo Runkle
Learn how to make an impact for animals from one of the greatest farmed animal advocates of our time: Milo Runkle. Milo is a longtime changemaker who founded Mercy For Animals at the age of 15. For two decades, he oversaw the organization’s growth into a leading international force in the prevention of cruelty to farmed animals and the promotion of compassionate food choices and policies and raised over $130 million to help expand farm animal protection work across the globe. He shared his journ
91. Save Time & Money While Living Plant-Based
A few years and many lifestyle changes have gone by since the last time we’ve done an episode all about budgeting, and it was time for an update! Inspired by Toni’s new book, this episode covers our newly updated tips for saving time and money while encouraging a healthy, plant-based lifestyle for the whole family. Show Notes: The story of how Toni has become budget conscious How to be smarter and more efficient in the kitchen What changes when you are cooking and budgeting for a family
90. Budget-Friendly Vegan Living Tips for the Family
Amber Allen is a YouTuber and mom of 3 kids and 3 rescue dogs who strives for balance by living as low waste as possible while still eating wonderful food and having fun. She’s on a mission to show the world that small changes can have a big impact, and she’s on the show to tell us all about how! Show Notes: Amber’s mission of raising her family with a low-waste, plant-based lifestyle How Amber started living plant-based, and how she accidentally became low-waste How Amber got started gr
89. Plant-Based Health, Vibrancy, and Longevity with Jane and Ann Esselstyn
At 86 and 56, Ann and Jane Esselstyn are pictures of ageless health and vibrancy and spend their days hiking, doing yoga, gardening, cooking, and spreading the message that diet is the key to living a happy, strong, and disease-free life. They’re sharing their best tips for plant-based health in this episode! Show Notes: Why and how the Esselstyns decided to make the shift toward plant-based eating What it was like to transition kids onto a plant-based diet How to make a plant-based diet appe
88. Vegan Nutrition Q&A With A Plant-Based Dietician Nisha Melvani
Registered dietician nutritionist Nisha Melvani join us on the Plant-Powered People Podcast for a nutrition Q&A. She has a Masters in nutrition education from Columbia University, she's a graduate of the Natural Gourmet Institute, and has a wealth of practical knowledge about how to thrive on a vegan diet. Show Notes: About Nisha and her journey towards studying a Masters of nutrition at Columbia University How and why Nisha transitioned into plant-based living Nisha’s experience living in Ja
87. 200 Pound Weight Loss Journey & Addiction Recovery With Adam Sud
Today, Adam Sud is a plant-based coach who has helped hundreds of people reclaim their health - but it wasn’t always that way. Adam spent years of his early adulthood addicted to fast food, suffering from substance abuse, severe depression, type II diabetes, high blood pressure, severed relationships, and more. Along with his amazing story, he shares meaningful insights and his best tips for reclaiming our health in a sustainable way. Trigger Warning: This episode discusses suicide, addiction, a
86. Vegan Baking with The Great British Bake Off’s First Vegan Contestant, Freya Cox
Freya Cox was the first vegan contestant on The Great British Bake Off, showing the world that vegan baking can be as good—and even better—than baked goods made with animal products. On this episode, she shares the details of her new book Simply Vegan Baking, and she dishes out lots of plant-based baking tips for fellow home bakers! Show Notes: How Freya became a vegan baker The meal that got Freya to go vegan Freya’s impulsive application to The Great British Bake Off Freya’s tips for vegan
85. Blue Zones & How to Add 10 Years to Your Life with Dan Buettner
Dan Buettner is an award-winning journalist and producer at National Geographic who has spent most of his life identifying and studying “blue zones” - the 5 areas of the world where people live the longest, with the lowest disease rates. Today he’s telling us all about how a plant-based diet ties into their health and longevity. Show Notes: Dan’s unique stories from his many quests and expeditions with National Geographic Dan’s experience with archeological expeditions What is a blue zone? Ho
84. Mastering Diabetes with Robby Barbaro
Robby Barbaro is a diabetes coach, educator, author, and international speaker who has been living with type 1 diabetes for more than twenty years. He now helps countless people improve their insulin sensitivity and gain more control over their metabolic health through Mastering Diabetes, and we’re excited to chat with him today! Show Notes: Robby’s journey with type 1 diabetes Robby’s experience with acne, plantar fasciitis, and more How Robby decided to turn to nutrition and lifestyle to he
83. Introducing Season 5!
Get a sneak peek at what’s to come this season on the Plant Powered People Podcast, plus get to know Michelle and Toni beyond podcast interviews! Show Notes: Learn the new direction Toni and Michelle are taking with the podcast A sneak peek of who to expect on the next episodes! Exciting and in depth updates from Toni and Michelle How Toni and Michelle have been growing their businesses Proud friend moment- what Toni is proud of Michelle for Knowing when to get support in your business The be
82. How to Organize Your Fridge & Pantry Like a Pro With "Fridge Love" Author Kristen Hong
How do you reduce food waste, motivate yourself to cook healthy food at home, and keep your kitchen clean? Kristen Hong, author of Fridge Love and expert at organizing fridges and pantries is on the show to share her best tips for making food storage easy and fun! Show Notes: How Kristen got into organizing fridges and food saving What is a nutritarian? The amazing benefits that you can expect once you start organizing your kitchen How setting aside 15 minutes per week to organize your fridge
81. How to Turn Your Dad Vegan With Harley Quinn Smith
How can you convince your family to go plant-based with you? Harley Quinn Smith is an actress and outspoken vegan lifestyle advocate who did just that through leading with kindness and compassion, and she’s here to share her story with us! Show Notes: Harley Quinn’s journey from being a musician to becoming an actress How Harley Quinn gradually went vegan and started to bring her father on board What it was like adopting a bunny from the shelter & helping her heal from trauma How Harley Quinn
80. Theme Parks as a Vegan & How to Navigate Them
How do you find the best vegan snacks at a theme park? Russell Heiman, aka @rollercoastervegan travels the world adding to his 590+ list of roller coasters ridden, and they find the best vegan snacks in the process. They’re on the show to talk about their best theme park tips! Podcast website: http://plantpoweredpodcast.com Show notes: https://plantbasedmealplan.com/ep-80 Show Notes: How Russell conquered their fear of heights through roller coasters and unlocked a new passion Russell’s journey
79. Fire Station Goes Plant-Based with Rip Esselstyn
How can you improve the health of an entire fire station? Rip Esselstyn joined the fire department after 10 years as a professional plant-based triathlete, and that’s exactly what he did! Now, Rip empowers the masses to take control of their health through his books, podcast, food brand, and more. Show Notes: The Esselstyn family’s journey from consuming the Standard American Diet to becoming leaders in the healthy plant-based living space Learning to cook tasty plant-based meals The evolutio
78. How Sprouting Will Change Your Health & Your Life
Imagine eating dozens of vegetables worth of nutrients, but only within a few bites? That’s what you can do when you eat sprouts! Doug Evans, serial entrepreneur and author of “The Sprout Book” is here to tell us everything there is to know about sprouting. Everything you need to know about sprouts Growing your own food at home with sprouts How Doug’s family history of illness influenced his journey How meeting a vegan lady sparked his “cold cucumber” moment Doug’s philosophy around making di
77. Making Healthy Food Delicious with Plant-Based Food Blogger Danielle Brown
How can you make sure you always have delicious, healthy, plant-based food ready for you to eat when you need it, without spending hours meal prepping every week? Danielle Brown, AKA the creator of Healthy Girl Kitchen, is on the show today to tell us, and share all her healthy eating tips! Show Notes: How Danielle became a full-time vegan food blogger Danielle’s journey to becoming plant-based The amazing benefits Danielle experienced from going plant-based & focusing on healthy food Why Dan
76. Gut Health Part II with Dr. B
How can fiber, fermented foods, and sprouts improve your gut health? Dr. Will Bulsiewicz is back for another gut health episode to get into all the details that we didn’t cover last week! Get ready for some practical and actionable gut health tips from one of the USA's top gastroenterologists. Show Notes: The microbiome & why it matters so much for our health, energy, & wellbeing A practical application of HOW to empower your microbiome to be its best How fiber can reduce the risk of 6 of the
75. Gut Health & Why It Matters with the Bestselling Author of Fiber Fueled
What does fiber have to do with disease prevention? Turns out, a lot! Dr. Will Bulsiewicz is an award-winning gastroenterologist, internationally recognized gut health expert, and the New York Times bestselling author of Fiber Fueled. He joins us on the podcast to help you optimize your gut health with simple, practical, and potentially life-saving tips. SHOW NOTES How Will got started on the path of practicing & sharing healthy plant-based eating From being an proud fast-food eater in a multi-
75. Gut Health & Why It Matters with the Bestselling Author of Fiber Fueled
What does fiber have to do with disease prevention? Turns out, a lot! Dr. Will Bulsiewicz is a top gastroenterologist, author, and content creator who is innovating the way medicine approaches gut health by prioritizing plant-based diet changes. In this episode, he shares tons of info and how becoming vegan made him a better doctor! Show Notes: How Will got started on the path of practicing & sharing healthy plant-based eating From being an proud fast-food eater in a multi-year health crisis
74. Being Plant-Based When Everything is Working Against You
What do you do when you need help from a dietician but you’re on a tight budget? Anna Rios is a registered dietician at the FQHC, and she helps low-income Americans to make accessible healthy diet changes that help reverse hypertension, type 2 diabetes, and more! She’s on the show today to discuss the challenges associated with accessing a healthy plant-based lifestyle, and how to make affordable changes. Show Notes: How Anna provides professional nutrition counseling to farm workers, factory
73. Vegan Rabbi on Being a Jewish Vegan
How much does veganism have to do with Jewish values? Turns out, a lot! Rabbi Shmuly is one of the most influential Rabbis in the USA, and he is here to talk about his plant-based journey, the intersection between vegan and Jewish values, and how to stay plant-based at traditional Jewish meals. Show Notes: How Rabbi Shmuly went from no interest in veganism at all to living the plant-based lifestyle Raising plant-based children How Rabbi Shmuly embraces transformation and compassion Why a plan
72. Integrating Plant-based Living into Cultural Traditions
How can you veganize your culture’s dishes that traditionally contain many animal products? It can sometimes be a challenge to maintain the flavors, but there is a way! Alexa Soto specializes in bringing her Mexican culture to the world through plant-based food, and she’s here to give us her best tips on cooking plant-based versions of our culture’s favorite dishes! Show Notes: Mexican culture & mexican food How to enjoy & love your culture without sacrificing your plant-based lifestyle Deali
71. What's Wrong With Eating Animals?
How do you discuss the uncomfortable reality of why it’s bad to eat animals without shaming anyone or causing hard feelings? Gene Baur, author of two books, founder of Farm Sanctuary, and expert on the reality of the animal product industry is on the podcast today to help us navigate the conversation! Show Notes: About Gene’s books & the Farm Sanctuary How to effectively answer the question “What’s wrong with eating animals?” The harm that factory farming causes to animals & the environment H
70. The Power of Meatless Mondays
How do we shift the outlook on the plant-based lifestyle from extreme to mainstream? Kristie Middleton, vice president of business development at Rebellyous Foods is here on the show to tell us how she’s been doing exactly that for the last 20 years! She's the author of MeatLess--Transform the Way You Eat and Live--One Meal at a Time. During her time at Rebellyous, she has launched the successful rebrand of Seattle Food Tech to Rebellyous Foods and commercialized three SKUs for retail and four f
69. Stories From a Vegan Jazz Musician & Mobster
A pacifist vegan with ties to the mob who fight-fixes, but also would never hurt a fly? Sounds like one big oxymoron, but in fact all of this (and more) is embodied in jazz musician and longtime animal advocate Charles Farrell. Charles shares how he would often take boxing and musician friends and clients to Buddha’s Delight, a vegan restaurant in Boston’s Chinatown, to share animal-free cooking with unlikely customers who were always won over by the delicious food. He mentions how he moved tara
68. Heart Disease is a "Paper Tiger" — Dr. Esselstyn Shares How to Become Virtually Heart Attack Proof with Plants!
How did heart disease become the leading cause of death in the west, and how can we prevent and reverse it? Dr. Esselstyn is here to share how we all have the power to prevent and reverse decades of abuse to our endothelial cells from eating the Standard American Diet by eating plant-based foods. Visit the Plant-Powered People Podcast website and show notes at: plantpoweredpodcast.com Find vegan recipes, guides, and resources at Plant-Based on a Budget and World of Vegan. Show Notes: Dr. Esse
67. Plant-Based Athletes Are Winning The Game
Vegan athletes are competing at the highest level in virtually every sport — and winning! Robert Cheeke, longtime vegan bodybuilder and NYT bestselling co-author of The Plant-Based Athlete, shares why plant-based athletes have a competitive advantage. He also shares his experiences thriving as an athlete long-term on a plant-based diet. Visit the Plant-Powered People Podcast website and show notes at: plantpoweredpodcast.com Find vegan recipes, guides, and resources at Plant-Based on a Budget
66. Italian New Yorker Goes Vegan & Opens Plant-Based Italian Restaurant
Meat-loving Italian New Yorker, Danny Costanzo, saves his own life by going plant-based. And then... guess what he did? He went on to open a 100% Vegan Italian Restaurant — Plant-Based Mafia. Growing up in an Italian family in New York, Danny Costanzo grew up enjoying delicious comforting food and the way it brought his loved ones together. His dietary habits have shifted many times throughout his life — from eating everything, to becoming a raw foodist, to a diet which led him to 3 clogged art
65. Prevent & Reverse Diabetes: How to Reverse Insulin Resistance Permanently in Type 1, 1.5, 2, Prediabetes, and Gestational Diabetes With Dr. Cyrus Khambatta
Do you live with diabetes, or know someone who does? This episode is a must-listen. NYT bestselling author Dr. Cyrus Khambatta shares his research on how a whole foods, plant-based diet can help Type 1 diabetes, Type 1.5 diabetes, Type 2 diabetes, prediabetes, and gestational diabetes. Reversing or controlling diabetes through a plant-based diet Why restricting carbs isn’t enough to effectively manage blood glucose How eating lots of fruits & veggies can decrease insulin requirements The diff
64. Parenting Plant-Based Kids With Vegan Mama Marisa Miller Wolfson
Do you have kids? Are you thinking of raising vegan kids in the future? If so, this episode is for you! From school lunches to kids’ birthday parties and every meal and snack in between, having plant-based kids can be a challenge. That’s why we had the Vegucated documentary creator, The Vegucated Family Table co-author, and plant-based mom, Marisa Miller Wolfson on the show! We talk all about how to navigate the challenges and wins of having kids with a vegan lifestyle. You’ll get lots of advic
63. Rural Vegan Living Challenges & How to Overcome Them
Jami Gerke is a midwesterner who is used to buying a whole cow and splitting it with her whole family. When she decided to transition to vegan living (which is still a work in progress), her family had to make a huge adjustment to support her decision. Our Sponsors: Better Than Bouillon, a Life-changer for Soup Lovers Veestro, an Exciting Vegan Meal Delivery Service Living plant based in a community without many vegan options The challenge of being vegan somewhere where it’s politicized Grow
62. Two Meat-Loving Guys Go Vegan for One Month
Ollie and Liam are two friends who love meat and never imagined they would one day try dropping meat, dairy, and eggs from their diet. But here they are. After trying vegan for one month during Veganuary, we brought them on the show to check in about how things are going during this period of big sudden change. What did their friends think? How have they handled learning to cook? What's been the hardest part? And the question we're ALL asking... are they going to stick with it? Listen and fi
61. Composting 101 for Beginners With Colleen Patrick-Goudreau
Isn’t it wonderful how our Earth can take in our food waste and grow new life and so much beauty? When we treat our Earth with care it provides us with an abundance of wonderful things. Sadly, these days humans are getting into some pretty awful habits of trampling all over our planet and completely neglecting the natural flow of its ecosystems. In this episode, we are so excited to welcome back Colleen Patrick-Goudreau to discuss composting: a beautiful way of making sure our food waste
60. Vegan Nutrition 101 With Plant-Based Registered Dietitian Cathterine Perez
The Plant-Based RD, Catherine Perez, is taking Instagram by storm with her quick and easy nutrient-rich dishes and her casual way of explaining nutrition information. Toni and Michelle had her on as a guest to discuss nutrition 101 to help people get started down their plant-based journeys. On this episode, we talk about: What is a registered dietician? Eating vegan without giving up you culture’s food The difference between an RD and a nutritionist The growing amount of plant based RDs The sig
59. Vegan Cookbooks 101—Finding Your Match With Dustin Harder
There are so many vegan cookbooks, it can be hard to choose. But a great plant-based cookbook can absolutely change the game and make you love living vegan and cooking plant-based meals. So this episode is all about: Cookbooks! Your guide to starting a beautiful, colorful, delicious, fun relationship with cooking food. In this episode, we interview Dustin Harder to talk about the hard work that comes with everything cookbook-related. Finding good cookbooks is a beginner vegans’ entryway into th
58. Compassion Fatigue & Why Compassion Fades with Whitney Lauritsen
Does compassion actually fade? In this episode, Whitney Lauritsen will help us explore compassion and tackle its different facets: including how and why it diminishes. There’s a whole theory behind that and we’re excited to uncover it with you! If you’re interested in knowing more about it, this episode is for you! SHOW NOTES 01:11 This Episode’s Sponsors: Better Than Bouillon, provides major flavor to your dishes and Veestro, plant-based meal delivery we love. 06:01 Introducing Whitney
Plant-Based Pediatrician on Raising Vegan Children
Dr. Reshma Shah, a board-certified pediatrician, mother, and co-author of the award-winning book, Nourish: The Definitive Plant-Based Nutrition Guide for Families, joins Michelle and Toni to talk all about raising vegan babies and children. She has over two decades of experience caring for children and currently serves as an instructor for Stanford’s Healthy Living Program and oversees the nutrition curriculum for the Stanford University Pediatric Integrative Medicine Fellowship.
Liver Failure, Sobriety, & Vegan Healing
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Instant Pot 101
Join Michelle and Toni as they offer up all the reasons you should get a pressure cooker asap! They'll share tips and tricks, recipe ideas, and more to get you excited about this time- and money-saving machine!
Battling Heart Disease With a Plant-Based Diet With Guest Sherra Aguirre
How in touch are you with your health? Sherra Aguirre, our guest for this episode, shares her journey from embracing an organic farm life to being in touch with the reality her family faces: heart disease. Realizing that she needed to step out of her comfort zone to change the trajectory of her health, she jumped. Listen to this episode to learn more.
100 Pound Weight Loss Journey to Conquering Disease
Gina House eliminated her asthma, reversed her high blood pressure, got off all her medications, cleared her lifelong cystic acne, and reduced her osteoarthritis pain and stiffness. At the same time she improved her mental health and gained energy and motivation. In this inspiring episode, Gina shares how plant-based food helped her dramatically improve her health and fall more deeply in love with life.
Vegan Traveling Tips With World Traveller Lucas Spigel
How can you stay vegan while travelling the world? It's possible, and even exciting! Lucas Spigel joins us in this episode to share his international travelling tips, stories, and experiences. He serves as a great reminder that no matter where you are, you can eat vegan with some planning, communication, and care.
Vegan Gift Guide—Our Favorite Holiday Gifts
What are the best ethical and conscious gifts to give to friends, family, and beyond? Toni and Michelle call upon their decades of vegan gift giving experience and share their favorite gifts to give. Hope this helps you treat your loved ones!
Guide to Prepping for the Holidays for Plant-Powered People
How do plant-based eaters prep for the holidays? If you're planning on hosting a holiday gathering, we share all our tips—from grocery shopping for vegan roasts to planning a dinner menu. Let the vegan holiday celebrations begin!
Mental Health
Nearly every human being struggles with mental health at some point in life, and for many it's an ongoing ever-present battle. In this episode we talk with Jason Wrobel, a vegan cookbook author and celebrity chef who has shifted his focus lately to supporting others along their mental health and wellness journeys. We talk about nutrition and supplements and how they can relate to our mental state and overall wellbeing, and he shares some misconceptions he had when he first went vegan.
You Can Always Come Back
Have you slipped up, struggled to stay consistent, or just abandoned being vegan completely? This episode will be a great dose of inspiration and reminder that you can always come back! We welcome back Crystal Young, the "Weekday Vegan" from Season 1, who since abandoned vegan eating entirely before stepping back into it fully and even identifying as vegan!
Season 4 is Here...Welcome Back!
Join us as we step back into season 4 of The Plant-Powered People Podcast! Michelle and Toni will be discussing what's been going on over the summer, plans for Halloween, gardening updates, and more!
Answering Your Plant-Based Questions
We answer all your vegan questions! We usually spend an entire episode discussing a common plant-based struggle, but in this episode, we decided to make it a one-stop-shop for the answers to all your vegan questions.
Intro to Gardening
Gardening is a great way to save money on food and practice a sustainable lifestyle. In today’s podcast, our friend Farmer Nick shares his knowledge on topics such as the best soils to use, composting, vertical gardening, and his top hacks on how to plant the most fruitful garden!
Why We're No Longer Vegetarian...
This episode is all about plant-based milk. We discuss the problem with dairy milk and why we choose vegan, how to transition to healthier, kinder, and more sustainable plant-based milks, how to make your own milk, and our favorite options out there today.
Adoption—Is It A Good Choice for You?
Have you ever considered adoption? Michelle was adopted as a baby and this topic is near and dear to her heart. In this episode we bring on Marji Beach who adopted her daughter through the state foster-to-adopt system. Learn about the many wonderful reasons to choose adoption, the benefits of going with a public adoption through Child Protective Services instead of a private adoption agency, and see if this may be the route for you.
All About Vegan Cheese
"But I could never give up cheese!" We hear this all the time, and if feel that way (or know someone who does), this episode is for you. We talk about why people are so attached to dairy-based cheese, how to break the habit, and we share our favorite plant-based cheeses available today.
What It's Like to Hit Rock Bottom & Rebuild With A Foundation Of Compassion With Vegan Athlete Dom Thompson
Our guest Dom Thompson is a vegan athlete, wellness warrior, speaker, entrepreneur, medical field professional, dog-daddy, and so much more. In this episode we dive deep into his story of hitting rock bottom—going from dealing drugs on the streets of Chicago and landing in prison, to kneeling on the floor of his cell and choosing to do no harm, become vegetarian (and ultimately vegan), and change his life.
Debunking Health Myths
Plant-based doctor Matt Nagra joins us to discuss popular health trends (like the keto diet, paleo diet, low-carb eating, collagen supplements, and more). He also dispels common myths about health and nutrition and provides his tips for eating healthfully and preventing disease.
80-Year-Old Goes Vegan
What happens when an 80-year-old goes vegan? Today's guest shares his journey from big time meat eater to herbivore, how he has lost over 25 pounds in a couple of months, and how his body feels better overall after embracing on a plant-based diet.
10 Ways to Be More Eco-Friendly (Without Buying A Prius)
Making sustainable and eco-friendly choices can be a lot easier than you may think. In this episode, we share how you can make a big environmental impact with the least amount of time, effort, and money. From shopping in bulk to reusable paper towels and even toilet paper, we talk about the swaps we've made and which ones we recommend for you.
Must-Have Kitchen Appliances for Plant-Based Cooking
Stocking your kitchen with tools that will make your cooking and life easier is so important. With a million kitchen gadgets on the market, we go through our favorite must-haves in this episode. From Instant Pots to high-powered blenders, we'll help you figure out what is worth investing in.
Meet The Parents (Special Holiday Episode)
What's it like when your child comes home and announces that they're vegan? In this special episode we're taking your deeper into our personal lives to meet our family—Toni's mom and Michelle's mom-in-law—who share what it was like being launched into a whole new culinary territory and have a sudden radical change in their family dinners. We hope this episode helps both the vegans and the family-of-vegans as we approach the holidays.
Behind The Scenes of The Friendly Vegan Cookbook
Our new book, The Friendly Vegan Cookbook, is out! In this episode we'll give you the low-down on our new book, why we wrote it, what it has been like to publish a cookbook during covid, and some funny and emotional stories along the way.
Eating Vegan in Social Situations
It can be challenging eating in social situations such as dining with your family, eating out with friends, and being the lone vegan in your workplace. In this episode, we discuss how to handle eating at restaurants, work events, birthday parties, holiday dinners, and more, with your non-vegetarian family and friends. Learn how to step into each of the situations with confidence and grace.
Season 3 is Here...Welcome Back!
Welcome to Season 3! In today's episode we'll be giving a little life update and also sharing a sneak peek of what's to come in this season. We've got some great guests and topics coming...stay tuned!
Things We've Been Loving Lately (Bonus Episode!)
While in quarantine during these pandemic times, here are some things we've been loving—eating, reading, watching, using, buying, and more.
Anti-Vegan Goes Vegan
We step inside the mind of an antagonistic anti-vegan and learn about his journey to becoming a vegan activist!
Guided Meditation with Ari Nessel (10 Min)
A bonus from Ep. 30, a 10 minute guided meditation with Ari Nessel.
Mindfulness & Meditation
We can all benefit from taking time to slow down and calm the mind. In this episode, we dive deep into the concept of mindfulness and the practice of meditation with our guest, Ari Nessel.
Pandemic Pantry Prep—Plant Based Style!
In this bonus episode we share our top tips on planning for the coronavirus and social distancing. We share our plant-based pantry must-haves and ideas infusing positivity into these difficult times.
Vegan in London
In this episode, we talk about the fast-growing vegan scene in London, with special guest Robbie Lockie from Plant-Based News!
Meal Prepping Tips to Save Time & Money
In this episode, we talk all about meal planning and how to optimize your time in the kitchen and the grocery store!
Vegan Clothing & Fashion
In this week’s episode, we talk ALL about vegan clothing & fashion! From vegan and cruelty-free shoes, coats, wallets, belts, and suits!
Charity Work & Giving Back
In this episode, Nikki Neretin shares her experience giving back to her community and spreading the plant-based message within.
Tips for Getting Healthy
In this episode, Michelle and Toni share their top strategies for getting healthy in the New Year.
150 Pound Weight Loss Journey to Health
In this episode, we hear about Eric O' Grey's inspiring story and journey to health.
How to Conquer Holiday Convos?
In this episode, we will talk to Bruce about how to handle tough conversations during the holiday season.
Remembering B'Pa (the Brand-New Vegan)
In this episode, we remember Michelle's birth father Greg.
Vegan Home
In today's episode, we will chat about creating a conscious home.
Non-vegan Family
This episode discusses being vegan in a non-vegan family...
Life Updates
Welcome back to season 2! We'd love to share our life updates with you!
Life in a Van
On today's episode, we talk about life in a van as a vegan!
Ep. 16 - Being Plant-Based on a Budget
On today's episode, we talk about being Plant-Based on a Budget!
Ep. 15 - The Filipino Vegan
When we started this podcast, we knew we want to acknowledge that although you may be deeply rooted in your cultural foods, it’s still possible to be plant-based! Our guest today shows just that! Maria not only transforms her favorite traditional Filipino dishes into plant-based goodness, she also shares her new lifestyle with her community and inspires them to try it too!
Ep. 14 - The Imperfect Vegan
This week, we’re talking about a topic that has seemingly become one of our favorites, and that is: Being an Imperfect Vegan. We’ve brought on Tobias Leenaert, author of the book How to Create a Vegan World: A Pragmatic Approach, to chat with us about utilitarianism, and how to change hearts and minds (and food choices) by modeling kindness, patience, and grace.
Ep. 13 - Plant-Based Beauty
If you’re like us, your plant-based journey started with being considerate of the foods you put into body. But have you considered all the ingredients you use on your skin for body care? In this episode, popular vegan beauty blogger and author of The Compassionate Chick's Guide to DIY Beauty, Sunny Subramanian, educates us on the differences between cruelty-free, vegan, DIY beauty products, and more!
Ep. 12 - Zero-Waste Vegan
For many of us, plant-based eating has been an introduction to a bigger shift of living more consciously. Conscious of how our decisions impact not only our health, but the health of our planet and all of its inhabitants. That’s why we’ve been dying to do an episode about creating less waste! And who better to talk about it than someone who’s inspired both of us to go further down the path of zero-waste consciousness: Colleen Patrick-Goudreau!
Ep. 11 - Plant-Based Weddings
Fun news: Toni’s getting married! And for anyone else who’s planning a wedding, we’re going to share the low-down on how to do it plant-based-style! We’ve brought our friend Taylor Wolfram on the show to share her experience planning a wedding with her non-vegan spouse, Michelle talks about some compromises she made to accomodate family, and Toni chats about what it’s like to be currently going through the decision-making process. Mazel tov! Here’s to wedding season!
Ep. 10 - The Christian Vegan
In one of our recent podcast interviews, Karen Brockway talked about how her faith has been a big part of her journey in plant-based eating. It inspired us to cover this topic in its own episode! We brought on Deanne Thomsen, a lifelong Christian who is very active in her church community and also does faith outreach for The Humane Society of the United States, to talk about her experience in marrying her two passions.
Ep. 9 - Josie Steiger on Vegan Pregnancy
With all the major changes happening to your body, being pregnant in general can be really stressful. But when you’re vegan and everyone has an opinion about your pregnancy, it can be extra frustrating. In our latest episode, Josie Steiger shares her experience of having a healthy vegan pregnancy and baby, some of the resources she found most helpful, and how to be the best advocate for yourself and your baby.
Ep. 8 - Reclaiming Your Health
The new year is the perfect time to set goals and make resolutions, but unfortunately, they’re not always easy to see through once the hectic rush of life sets in. That’s why we were eager to invite Karen Brockway on the show to share what happens when you actually stick to your new year’s health goals. Last year, Karen joined in for our Plant-Based on a Budget New Year’s Challenge and has had tremendous benefits by sticking with it. We hope that you’ll enjoy this episode, and that she inspires
Ep. 7 - Vegan in College
Ah, college life! We remember it fondly because it was when we both decided to align our dietary choices with our values and full-on embrace plant-based eating. That’s why we’re so excited to bring on Felicia Falconer, the personality behind the YouTube channel By Felicia, to discuss what it’s like becoming vegan in college and while being totally immersed in the college life (being on a budget, working on campus, easy and quick meals, etc.). Felicia also shares some funny stories about how her
Ep. 6 When Your Partner Isn't Vegan
It can be frustrating when you’ve totally fallen in love with the plant-based lifestyle but your spouse isn’t (and may never be) on board. That’s why we’re so excited to have Josie Morris on the podcast sharing her experience of being a full-time plant-based advocate who is married to a meat eater. Josie spends her days working for the Humane Society of the United States promoting vegan food at institutions around the country, but still accepts her husband (and father of her beautiful children)
Ep. 5 - 5 Ways to Survive the Holidays
We know that holidays can be a rough time when you’re living the plant-based life, so we’ve put together the top five ways that we’ve learned to survive the holidays. In this episode, we share tips for hosting holidays meals, what to do when you’re traveling to someone’s house to celebrate, some of our favorite plant-based Thanksgiving products, and more!
Ep. 4 Shawn Remy talks about working in a non-vegan restaurant
Just because you adopted a plant-based diet, doesn’t mean that you can quit your job and start a whole new life. So, what happens next? In our latest episode, Shawn Remy shares how a positive attitude can not only get you through it, but it can also possibly influence what offerings the restaurant serves. Hear his story! Visit plantpoweredpodcast.com for full show notes.
Ep. 3 Being a New Vegan with Greg Hicks
Did you know that Michelle was adopted? She had been on an over-a-decade long journey searching for her biological father, and thanks to the phenomenon of accessible genetic testing, she found him this year! We're thrilled to have her bio-dad (aka B'Pa) on this episode talking to us about how he met Michelle six months ago, how she inspired him to become vegan, and how the process has been along the way.
Ep. 2 Crystal Young discusses being a weekday vegan
Saaaayyy what?! A weekday vegan?! We’re thrilled to tell you all about it! Our friend and episode guest, Crystal Young, shares how a plant-based meal planning challenge changed her diet from meat-lover to eating plant-based 5 day a week (soon to be 6!). We talk about incremental progression, and how Crystal’s meat-loving husband - who is also the chef in their kitchen - is handling the change.
Ep. 1 Olympic gold medalist Meagan Duhamel on being a plant-based athlete
We’re so honored to have Meagan Duhamel share her story with us today on the podcast! She’s a plant-powered Olympian who has not only placed once, or twice, but THREE times -- earning gold this year in PeongChang. In this episode, Meagan talks about how she started skating at the age of three, how she left home as a teenager to train professionally, her introduction to plant-based eating, and how a plant-powered diet helped her thrive and heal faster as an extremely dedicated athlete.
Ep. 0 - Michelle & Toni: Plant-Powered People
Welcome to the first episode of the Plant-Powered People Podcast, with your hosts: Michelle Cehn and Toni Okamoto. Today, we’re discussing our hopes and dreams for our brand new podcast, and a brief background behind who we are -- but don’t worry, you’ll learn a lot more about us in future episodes. ;) Michelle shares her story about how she developed a strong love for animals as a child. And Toni talks about how her high school track coach introduced her to a life without red meat for better he