Colleen Patrick-Goudreau joins me to discuss the power of language and identity when talking about veganism, the importance of authenticity and compassion, and the role of metrics and self-critique in vegan advocacy.

Affectionately known as the joyful vegan, Colleen is a recognized expert and thought leader on the culinary, social, ethical, and practical aspects of living compassionately and healthfully. A long-time animal advocate and vegan, Colleen is a bestselling author of seven books, an acclaimed speaker, producer of one of the longest running podcasts in existence, a regular contributor to National Public Radio, and the host of luxury vegan trips around the world.

Colleen also announces her new book coming out in 2025 — A Year of Compassion: 52 Weeks of Living Zero-Waste, Plant-Based, and Cruelty-Free.