PLANT the CHANGE: A vegan educator reimagines classrooms to raise conscious, compassionate, healthy kids

What if everything you thought you knew about protein, nutrition, and disease was wrong—and the truth could save your life?

In this eye-opening episode of Plant the Change, best-selling author and pioneering nutrition researcher Dr. T. Colin Campbell breaks down the misconceptions around protein, the misuse of the term “plant-based,” and the life-altering power of whole food plant-based diets. If you’ve ever felt confused by food labels or wondered why chronic diseases seem to “run in families,” this conversation brings the clarity you’ve been seeking.

• Discover the real meaning behind the term “plant-based” from the man who coined it—and how marketing has hijacked it.

• Learn why animal protein, not fat, is the real dietary villain behind many chronic diseases like cancer and heart disease.

• Gain insight into how schools, families, and even global sustainability can be transformed by embracing plant-based nutrition.

Tap into decades of groundbreaking science and empowering truth—listen now to understand how changing your plate can change your life!

Plant the Change is a podcast about healthier living, plant-based eating, sustainable choices, and compassionate education. Each episode offers insights on plant-based nutrition, conscious parenting, vegan values, and animal rescue—giving parents, families, educators, and changemakers the tools to raise health-conscious, emotionally intelligent kids. Rooted in the principles of Compassionate Humane Education, Plant the Change helps inspire the next generation of eco-friendly, compassionate changemakers.

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Subscribe to the Plant the Change podcast today, and join Michele Fasnacht on a journey to plant seeds of purpose, action, and hope—one conversation at a time.

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What if the way we’re trying to stop bullying is actually making it worse?

If you've ever felt helpless watching a child be bullied—or been the one bullied yourself—this episode offers a powerful reframe. Instead of quick fixes or shame-based discipline, we explore how Compassionate Humane Education (CHE) is creating real change by helping every student feel seen, heard, and safe.

·       Learn why punishment-first approaches often fail—and how empathy can disrupt the cycle.

·       Discover how to help kids (and adults) find their voice, set boundaries, and rebuild community.

·       Get inspired by real-life practices that make kindness a daily, teachable habit, not just a slogan.

Press play now to discover how a school built on empathy and accountability is transforming lives—and how you can be part of the change.

Plant the Change is a podcast about healthier living, plant-based eating, sustainable choices, and compassionate education. Each episode offers insights on plant-based nutrition, conscious parenting, vegan values, and animal rescue—giving parents, families, educators, and changemakers the tools to raise health-conscious, emotionally intelligent kids. Rooted in the principles of Compassionate Humane Education, Plant the Change helps inspire the next generation of eco-friendly, compassionate changemakers. 

Our Compassionate Humane Education (CHE) Framework at CHEImpact.org is now available for schools, sanctuaries, educational programs, and families who want to bring kindness, empathy, and compassion-centered learning into their own communities. Whether you’re an educator, a parent, or part of an animal rescue or sanctuary team, the CHE Framework provides ready-to-use tools that uplift learning environments and build a more compassionate world.  For more information or to enroll, visit www.CHEImpact.org today.

Subscribe to the Plant the Change podcast today, and join Michele Fasnacht on a journey to plant seeds of purpose, action, and hope—one conversation at a time. 

Learn more at SolidRockFlorida.org and follow along on Facebook and Instagram @SolidRockFlorida and @plantthechangeofficial #PlantTheChange 

Is it really possible to be healthy, strong, and well-nourished on a vegan diet—and what does true activism for animals look like in real life? Shannon Blair has some powerful answers.

In a world flooded with misinformation and cultural conditioning, this episode dives into two powerful journeys of awareness with longtime animal activist Shannon Blair: one about food, and the other about purpose. Whether you're vegan-curious, a long-time plant-based eater, or someone navigating compassion in a conflicted world, Shannon's story and insights uncover the hidden truths behind animal industries and the personal evolution that activism demands.

·       Learn from Shannon Blair how to confidently respond to common vegan myths like the protein question or the idea that "plants feel pain."

·       Discover how she navigates social settings, shared cooking surfaces, and restaurant activism with integrity and effectiveness.

·       Hear Shannon’s real-life stories of transformation, internal conflict, and bold action that challenge norms and inspire change.

Press play now to get inspired, challenged, and equipped by Shannon Blair’s powerful journey toward animal liberation—starting right where you are.

Plant the Change is a podcast about healthier living, plant-based eating, sustainable choices, and compassionate education. Each episode offers insights on plant-based nutrition, conscious parenting, vegan values, and animal rescue—giving parents, families, educators, and changemakers the tools to raise health-conscious, emotionally intelligent kids. Rooted in the principles of Compassionate Humane Education, Plant the Change helps inspire the next generation of eco-friendly, compassionate changemakers. 

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Subscribe to the Plant the Change podcast today, and join Michele Fasnacht on a journey to plant seeds of purpose, action, and hope—one conversation at a time. 

Learn more at SolidRockFlorida.org and follow along on Facebook and Instagram @SolidRockFlorida and @plantthechangeofficial #PlantTheChange 

What if your mayor swapped lamb and meatballs for marathons and tofu — and never looked back?

In this candid and inspiring conversation, Tarpon Springs Florida Mayor John Koulianos shares how watching a single documentary and listening to his 9-year-old daughter completely changed the trajectory of his health — and maybe even saved his life. If you've ever struggled with family health history, tried to ditch medication, or wondered if it’s too late to change, this episode speaks directly to you.

• Discover the plant-based resources that convinced a 65-year-old to overhaul his health and become a long-distance runner.

• Learn how mindset, not motivation, drives real change in both health and public service.

• Get the behind-the-scenes story of how a meat-loving Greek American turned his kitchen — and now his city — toward healthier choices.

Hit play to hear how Mayor Koulianos reversed his family’s health legacy, ditched medication, and built a new life on plants, purpose, and persistence.

Plant the Change is a podcast about healthier living, plant-based eating, sustainable choices, and compassionate education. Each episode offers insights on plant-based nutrition, conscious parenting, vegan values, and animal rescue—giving parents, families, educators, and changemakers the tools to raise health-conscious, emotionally intelligent kids. Rooted in the principles of Compassionate Humane Education, Plant the Change helps inspire the next generation of eco-friendly, compassionate changemakers.

Subscribe to the Plant the Change podcast today, and join Michele Fasnacht on a journey to plant seeds of purpose, action, and hope—one conversation at a time.

Learn more at SolidRockFlorida.org and follow along on Facebook and Instagram @SolidRockFlorida @plantthechangeofficial #PlantTheChange

Everyone says learning should be serious. We disagree.

When we let kids play games in class, something incredible happened—focus improved, confidence soared, and even the quietest students found their voice. The games weren’t a break from learning; they were part of the learning.

In this Straight Talk: Plant the Change episode, Michele Fasnacht shares real stories of how purposeful play transformed students who once struggled with focus, self-doubt, and connection. You’ll see why games build emotional intelligence, teamwork, and resilience in ways worksheets never could.

Hit play to discover why the smartest classrooms are choosing curiosity, creativity, and compassion over memorization and test prep.

Plant the Change is a podcast about healthier living, plant-based eating, sustainable choices, and compassionate education. Each episode offers insights on plant-based nutrition, conscious parenting, vegan values, and animal rescue—giving parents, families, educators, and changemakers the tools to raise health-conscious, emotionally intelligent kids. Rooted in the principles of Compassionate Humane Education, Plant the Change helps inspire the next generation of eco-friendly, compassionate changemakers.

Subscribe to the Plant the Change podcast today, and join Michele Fasnacht on a journey to plant seeds of purpose, action, and hope—one conversation at a time. Learn more at SolidRockFlorida.org and follow along on Facebook and Instagram @SolidRockFlorida @plantthechangeofficial #PlantTheChange

What happens when a monkey raised as a pet or in a lab finally tastes freedom—and why does it matter to you?

In a world where exotic animals are still bought as pets and tested in labs, this episode reveals the heart-wrenching and inspiring journey of Kari Bagnall and her 197 rescued primates—and what we can learn about empathy, education, and systemic change from their stories.

- Hear the unbelievable origin story of Kari Bagnall’s Jungle Friends Primate Sanctuary and how one pet monkey led to saving nearly 200 others.

- Discover the dark truth about nicotine experiments on adolescent monkeys and how a single letter from Jane Goodall helped shut it down.

Press play now to uncover the powerful, emotional, and often hilarious realities behind rescuing and rehabilitating primates at Jungle Friends Sanctuary.

Plant the Change is a podcast about healthier living, plant-based eating, sustainable choices, and compassionate education. Each episode offers insights on plant-based nutrition, conscious parenting, vegan values, and animal rescue—giving parents, families, educators, and changemakers the tools to raise health-conscious, emotionally intelligent kids. Rooted in the principles of Compassionate Humane Education, Plant the Change helps inspire the next generation of eco-friendly, compassionate changemakers.

Small GIFT. BIG impact. Subscribe to the Sanctuary at Solid Rock for only $4.99/mo and help save and protect animals every single day: https://www.facebook.com/sanctuaryatsolidrock/subscribe

Subscribe to the Plant the Change podcast today, and join Michele Fasnacht on a journey to plant seeds of purpose, action, and hope—one conversation at a time.

Learn more at SolidRockFlorida.org and follow along on Facebook and Instagram @SolidRockFlorida and @plantthechangeofficial #PlantTheChange

What happens when a Heisman Trophy winner and pro athlete suddenly suffers a stroke in his 40s—despite being in peak physical shape?

If you’ve ever wondered why healthy habits aren’t enough or questioned the real impact of stress, diet, and lifestyle on long-term wellness, this episode sheds light on how even the fittest among us aren’t immune to health scares—and what can truly make the difference.

• Learn how Charlie Ward reversed his health decline by embracing a plant-based lifestyle—and the critical role his family played in his transformation.

• Discover the power of early education and community support in building healthy, resilient youth through Solid Rock Community School’s unique plant-based and physical education program.

• Hear Charlie’s compelling advice for students, parents, and athletes on setting life boundaries, overcoming stress, and building mental strength through faith, food, and fitness.

Listen now to discover how one man’s stroke became the catalyst for lasting change—and how you can apply his lessons to your own life and health.

Plant the Change is a podcast about healthier living, plant-based eating, sustainable choices, and compassionate education. Each episode offers insights on plant-based nutrition, conscious parenting, vegan values, and animal rescue—giving parents, families, educators, and changemakers the tools to raise health-conscious, emotionally intelligent kids. Rooted in the principles of Compassionate Humane Education, Plant the Change helps inspire the next generation of eco-friendly, compassionate changemakers.

Subscribe to the Plant the Change podcast today, and join Michele Fasnacht on a journey to plant seeds of purpose, action, and hope—one conversation at a time.

Learn more at SolidRockFlorida.org and follow along on Facebook and Instagram @SolidRockFlorida @plantthechangeofficial #PlantTheChange

Why do so many kids hate math? Maybe it’s not math they hate — maybe it’s how we teach it. We’ve turned curiosity into pressure and mistakes into failure. It’s time to change that. Welcome to Straight Talk: Plant the Change — where compassion meets the classroom.

In this powerful episode, you’ll discover:

• Why traditional math requirements are damaging more students than they help

• The emotional and academic toll of rigid graduation standards

• A revolutionary, flexible model for teaching math that actually builds confidence and skill

If you're a parent, teacher, or student who’s ever questioned the way math is taught—press play now and see how compassion can change the equation.

Inspiring education and insights on healthy living, plant-based eating, sustainable choices, Plant the Change is a podcast for parents, families, educators, and changemakers who want to raise health-conscious, emotionally intelligent kids in a world full of misinformation, environmental crisis, and emotional disconnection.

From vegan values and healthy habits to animal rescue and conscious parenting, Plant the Change is helping you raise the next generation of eco-friendly, compassionate changemakers.

Subscribe today, and join Michele Fasnacht on a journey to plant seeds of purpose, action, and hope—one conversation at a time.

Learn more at SolidRockFlorida.org and follow along on Facebook and Instagram @SolidRockFlorida @plantthechangeofficial #PlantTheChange

Ever feel like your passion makes you the odd one out—until the world finally starts to catch on?

If you’ve ever been dismissed for standing up for animals or living plant-based, Jane Velez-Mitchell’s story will resonate. She’s lived the rejection, fought through burnout, and built a movement when no one was listening.

·       Learn how Jane transformed doubt from mainstream media into a platform that challenges the norm.

·       Go behind the curtain of her hard-hitting journalism career and discover how she told stories that mattered.

·       Be moved by her journey through addiction, recovery, and finding her voice in a world that told her to stay quiet.

Hit play now to hear how Jane found power in her purpose—and how you can, too.

Plant the Change is a podcast about healthier living, plant-based eating, sustainable choices, and compassionate education. Each episode offers insights on plant-based nutrition, conscious parenting, vegan values, and animal rescue—giving parents, families, educators, and changemakers the tools to raise health-conscious, emotionally intelligent kids. Rooted in the principles of Compassionate Humane Education, Plant the Change helps inspire the next generation of eco-friendly, compassionate changemakers. 

 Small GIFT. BIG impact!

Subscribe to the Sanctuary at Solid Rock for only $4.99/mo and help save and protect animals every single day: https://www.facebook.com/sanctuaryatsolidrock/subscribe 

Subscribe to the Plant the Change podcast today, and join Michele Fasnacht on a journey to plant seeds of purpose, action, and hope—one conversation at a time. 

Learn more at SolidRockFlorida.org and follow along on Facebook and Instagram @SolidRockFlorida and @plantthechangeofficial #PlantTheChange 

What happens when the heir to an ice cream empire walks away from it all — and sparks a global movement for healthy, ethical eating? 

Ocean Robbins, grandson of Baskin Robbins’ co-founder, shares his extraordinary family story — from swimming in an ice cream cone-shaped pool to reversing chronic disease through plant-based living. In a world obsessed with profits over people, Ocean reveals how food became the battleground for health, values, and environmental change.       

• Discover how our broken food system is harming your health and what to do about it.
• Learn why processed foods and cultural norms are sabotaging your health, and how to fight back with your fork. 
• Get practical inspiration on building a food lifestyle rooted in values, simplicity, and lasting wellness. 

Tap play now to hear how Ocean Robbins turned a legacy of dessert into a mission for healing — and how you can reclaim your health one bite at a time. 

Plant the Change is a podcast about healthier living, plant-based eating, sustainable

choices, and compassionate education. Each episode offers insights on plant-based nutrition, conscious parenting, vegan values, and animal rescue—giving parents, families, educators, and changemakers the tools to raise health-conscious, emotionally intelligent kids. Rooted in the principles of Compassionate Humane Education, Plant the Change helps inspire the next generation of eco-friendly, compassionate changemakers. 

Subscribe to this podcast today, and join Michele Fasnacht on a journey to plant seeds of purpose, action, and hope—one conversation at a time.  Learn more at SolidRockFlorida.org and follow along on Facebook and Instagram, @SolidRockFlorida and @plantthechangeofficial #PlantTheChange