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This episode is sponsored by ZenB. Get your hands on delicious award winning plant-based products at - www.zenb.co.uk 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