OG Talk

This episode was recorded at the pandemic times in New York . We all experienced that harsh reality of world wide crisis . OG Talk crew decided to create a special segment for that period and we called it "OG Chat, Behind Closed Doors" Dr.Will Bulsiewicz aka Dr.B spoke to Eddie and Vlad about the reasons he wrote "Fiber Fueled". He wanted to demystify plant based diet and perception the general public has about it. Dr. B shared he is hopeful that a person, who does not know much about vegan food to pick his book and when he or she is done with it , they have a clear idea what plant based lifestyle would help them to accomplish. His original goal was to separate where are the assumptions, speculations and where are the actual facts that are based on a scientific research and findings only. Dr.B acknowledged he put to work every ounce of his scientific background, reached out to all researchers and practitioners for their critical feedback of his writing. During our lengthy discussion it was also very interesting to hear Dr's Bulsiewicz own honest and realistic opinion and evaluation of a " state of conventional gastroenterology that traditional doctors practice " and reasons behind it. We really hope you enjoyed this episode as much as we are!

The legendary guitar player spoke to Eddie and Vlad , co hosts of OG Talk about how he started to play in Misfits.Doyle shared how over the years he tailored his lifestyle to warrant the ultimate performance when he is on a tour or working long hours in a studio.He acknowledged that plant based diet and exercising play an essential role in supporting his level of activity. We could not avoid the subject of Covid, how it change plans for the band and personally for Doyle. Mr.Wolfgang von Frankenstein in a typical for him optimistic tone stated that he is as busy as ever working on his new music and ...New V Protein Powder called Vegan Monster Protein. So get in line if you want to be like one and only, Doyle Wolfgang von Frankenstein.

This episode was recorded during the pandemic times in New York. We all experienced that harsh reality of a world wide crisis. OG Talk crew decided to create a special segment for that period and we called it "OG Chat, Behind Closed Doors". Today our guest is Rachel Atcheson, a deputy Strategist at Brooklyn Borough President Eric L. Adams Office . Rachel is a good friend, she was a guest on our regular show OG Talk . Ms.Atcheson was and still is an essential part of our segment "News You can Use" where we highlight events, companies, people , books that are pioneering new paths in plant based movement around the world. Rachel shared with us how the office she works for under the leadership of Borough President Mr. Adams actively assists population during the COVID 19 . She acknowledge that research and practical observations of hospital's first responders confirm that some of the comorbidities and complications for patients who have corona virus are diet related. Ms, Atcheson admit they are as busy as ever: office helps to distribute PPE on a ground, arranged PSA with more than 50 plant based doctors to educate about how lifestyle change would help to deal with pandemic. Her office organized collaboration with local vegan restaurants to distribute plant based meals to essential workers at the hospitals. With help of Mealess they have created a weekly live stream for recipe sharing. Mr. Adams is hosting an event himself. She was able to identify the biggest challenges the city faces right now: PPE and its distribution, food and its delivery to senior citizens who are the most vulnerable population right now. But, Rachel and her colleagues dont stop on tackling immediate issues . Deficits and systems inefficiencies and in some cases failures showed what needs to be addressed: nutrition education on a state level . They started to work with Harward clinic on creating a curriculum for doctors that work for NYS. She confirmed that now city administration is open to the conversation about that very subject and awaits for practical assistance. Good job Mr. Adams , personnel of Brooklyn Borough Office and one and only Ms. Atcheson!

This episode was recorded at the pandemic times in New York . We all experienced that harsh reality of world wide crisis . OG Talk crew decided to create a special segment for that period and we called it "OG Chat, Behind Closed Doors". Today our guests are Caryn Hartglass and Gary De Mattei from Responsible Eating and Living. Caryn shared how plant based lifestyle helped her to overcome terminal illness. Gary opened up on how Caryn's determinations and commitment helped him to change his own lifestyle to become vegan. The power couple talked about multiple projects they are working on : podcast , non profit organization and theatre projects .

  Aaron Simpson: retired UFC fighter, All American Division 1 wrestler and high school coach is a guest of OG Chat Behind Closed Doors Aaron Simpson is a mixed martial artist, who competed professionally from 2000 to 2013. Aaron shared with us  about his experience of being  an elite UFC fighter and how vegan lifestyle helped him to stay in shape during his fighting carrier. We spoke about how he first discovered for himself ethical roots of veganism through the book " Eating Animals". Mr. Simpson spoke about his love for wrestling and martial arts : how training in wrestling from the very young age shaped him as a person, helps him in his current work and parenting his own kids. Aaron revealed that activism and support of a local community is very important for him and his family and he sees it as essential part of his life.

This episode was recorded at the pandemic times in NYC, when the crisis become truly worldwide. The crew of #OGTalkPodcast decided to create a special segment for that period and we called it "OG Chat, Behind Closed Doors". Ana Alarcon & Matt Davey are the powerful couple behind English and Spanish versions of VedgeTalk podcast. Their dedication and passion to the vegan movement fuels their perseverance and patience . And as a result they are awarded with wonderful experiences that helps them to excel them in everything they commit their minds to. No one can say it better than Ana about the podcast's mission :"We are here to speak up , to continue to learn  and to use this space to highlight people that have not been highlighted in the past.To speak about issues that matter and to be part of the change. People  are changing the narrative across the globe. Whether they be athletes, chefs, business owners, politicians, social influencers and more. Our stories are powerful and we are going to change the world for the better! Eddie Brill and Vlad Grinberg were happy to capitalize on all the privileges that come with hosting a podcast. We asked about how Ana and Matt started it all; about new journey creating a website VedgeLife and of course. We could not avoid the conversation about their one year journey cross country in a van. A curiosity to explore vegan scene and sustainable communities brought them to to Mexico, Australia and Bali. In each of those stops not only they were able to meet people, visit places, try food and products, but the couple manage to record a podcast episode on the way. https://linktr.ee/vedgetalk https://www.instagram.com/vedgetalkespanol https://www.instagram.com/vedgelife https://www.vedgetalk.com/

#eastvillagevintagecollective #evvintagecollective EAST VILLAGE COLLECTIVE OG CHAT BEHIND CLOSED DOORS, EPISODE 6 Maegan Hayward, the owner & Alex Carpenter, the manager of the EAST VILLAGE COLLECTIVE, a vintage shop on a Lower East Side, NYC sat down with Eddie Brill and Vlad Grinberg, the crew behind OG Chat, Behind Closed Doors. The couple share with us about creative work two of them put together in order to pivot their traditional vintage shop into an auction for neighborhood artists,, craftsmen and vintage collectors. The change turned to be a win win for everyone ! Job well done ! The ingenuity prevailed : artists and craftsmen sold during hard pandemic times , buyers bought what they were looking for without leaving the house and the East Village Collective became a flagmanship neighborhood shop without opening its doors. Maegan and Alex shared that they were grateful for the community outreach and support . They were very surprised that they were able to discover and connect with craftsmen and artists they have never worked with before. If you thought for a second that those two just take care of the vintage shop only, you are dead wrong! This power couple is taking a very active part in a local community service: East Village Independent Merchants Association. EVIMA is a coalition of merchants who work in the East Village, one of the most unique neighborhoods in New York City with a rich history and diverse culture.

Robb Flynn, a front man of a legendary heavy metal band Machine Head sat down with Eddie Brill & Vlad Grinberg from OG Chat,Behind closed doors. Powerful, sincere, humbling conversation that only Robb Flynn is capable of.  How great is to meet the legend in a comfort of his own private studio! Not  when musicinian is able to carve a minute of his precious time before or after his 3 hour show, or when he has a short break between gigs, but in a comfort of his own home, surrounded by his loving family.  Let put aside the sad fact that only the unfortunate circumstances such as pandemic "made it all possible". Even though we are all affected by quarantine, the way each of us handles  it define us. Robb uses this time for new music, reconnecting with family, paying more attention to  his growing in popularity podcast "No Fuckin' Regrets w/ Robb Flynn ".  Robb talked to us about his kids, how the relationships are affected by the different music they love.  He shared about how he  started and how he handled and mishandled his fame that came abruptly. He spoke about how Machine Head songs are shaped out of  the sincerity and his own personal experience and pain.  Robb told us about how decades of having his journals lead him to  start his own podcast and how he enjoys inviting his friends to tell stories about touring life.     

Stefanie Bishop, OG CHAT BEHIND CLOSED DOORS EPISODE 4.  A native New Yorker and the embodiment of adventure seeker, Stefanie competes, explores, and trains all over the globe. She embraces her passions for adventure, ultra-endurance racing and training with a massive smile and all of her heart. Stefanie has a diverse athletic background, competing and excelling in various athletics from a very young age, ranging from soccer to fencing and lacrosse. She thrives on being challenged, which led her triathlon in 2005. Stefanie spent many years competing in triathlons, ranging from sprint to Ironman distances, and even competed at the Long Course Age Group World Championship. Stefanie began to flourish as an athlete upon discovering ultra-endurance sports. In 2010, she jumped at the opportunity to compete at a Peak Death Race - a race of unknown length and unknown tasks, lasting from approximately one to three days, testing athletes both physically and mentally. After becoming the overall champion 18 hours after her first Death Race, she realized that is what fueled her passion. Her love of these types of adventure competitions was apparent; she was the only athlete seen smiling constantly throughout the race. Stefanie went on to complete three more Death Races, lasting up to 65 hours in length, becoming the female champion twice and finishing in the top 10.

Christina Maria & Erik, the activists, influencers and content creators behind The Vegan Connection Podcast & Vegan New Yorker IG  today are the guest of OG Chat. We digged deep into what practical activism means for both of them: helping vegan restaurants and businesses to highlight their best food and products. Trying to be a positive force in the community they  take time and effort to befriend restaurant owners and personnel  of local vegan joints. All that help them to understand what community needs and how  they can do their part.  During those unprecedented pandemic times, the power couple collaborated on tshirt designs and the full amount of sales will be donated to the NY restaurant workers. Eric and Christina continued to share  about how they got into the idea of creating a podcast and how it helps them to learn and understand more about vegan business and people behind it.

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