In this episode, I talk with Colin Anderson, founder of Eureka Compass Vegan Food, who is revolutionizing food justice in the Twin Cities with his powerful message: "WE FEED US!" Now in year #8 of providing FREE community meals and vegan shopping markets, Colin shares his journey and passion for sustainable food systems that support both community members and local farmers. Free vegan meals and shopping markets in St. Paul, MN.

Address: 1697 Lafond Avenue, St. Paul, MNCurrent Market Hours:

• Tuesdays: 11 AM – 8 PM

• Thursdays: 1–3 PM & 5–8 PM

• Community Dinners: Available for takeout or dine-in 

Instagram: @eureka_compass_vegan_food

Venmo: @Chef-Collective-1123 

CashApp: $ChefCollective1123Patreon

Music is “Waters”, composed by Twin Cities musician, Ian Crawford

Editing and post-production by me – but I’d love to partner with someone else to do this! Reach out! [email protected]

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Chelsea Witbrook is a certified Somatic Enneagram facilitator and best-selling author of "Blessing My Demons." As an Somatic Enneagram guide and Spiritual Director, she combines social justice awareness with compassionate guidance. Chelsea specializes in helping people who feel stuck by teaching them to establish Grounded Presence, connect with their Inner Observer, and respond to their body's wisdom. Through her coaching, clients discover inner resources and learn to embrace all parts of themselves with radical compassion, finally releasing patterns that once held them captive. www.chelseawitbrook.com

00:05 – Redefining Innovation & Community Self-Sufficiency

01:19 – The Reality of Food Insecurity in Minnesota

05:50 – How Colin Started: A Strength-Based Approach to Community

09:36 – Reimagining Food Systems for Equity & Access

12:58 – Why Food? Colin’s Journey & Ethical Awakening

18:56 – Personal Experience with Food Scarcity & Capitalism’s Failures

25:09 – Buddhism & The Interconnectedness of Food & Justice

29:54 – Creating a Non-Transactional Community Food Space

36:40 – Pivotal Life Choices & Regrets that Shaped the Mission

42:06 – Recovery & Sobriety: A Life-Changing Turning Point

47:33 – Living Out Loud & Holding Ourselves Accountable

49:58 – Final Thoughts: Food, Justice, and the Power of Presence