Podcast Archives - Think Plant-Based!

In this episode, we talk to the Indian Rock Vegans from Naramata, British Columbia about their amazing plant-based journeys. From Stage IV Kidney Cancer to losing over 130lbs on a Whole Foods Plant-Based Diet, you wont want to miss this episode!

Based out of Indian Rock, Naramata, BC Canada they serve as a hub of information, resources, recipes, and support for all in the Whole Foods Plant-Based Vegan Community and those interested in adopting the lifestyle. Their story is featured in the documentary film “Eating You Alive”.

Full Plant-Based Story: https://www.eatingyoualive.com/blog-eya/sheannes-story
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/indianrockvegans/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1744328319150622/

Also, don’t forget to check out: EP 76 – RE-EVALUATING YOUR HABITS DURING COVID

In this episode, we talk about re-evaluating your habits during COVID. We talk about small changes you can do to make you more productive and in a better mind frame during these changing times. It all starts with small self improvements and goal setting.

(Source: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3505409/)

The Social Dilemma (Trailer): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uaaC57tcci0

Also, don’t forget to check out: EP 75 – DR. ERNIE WARD | VEGAN VETERINARIAN

In this episode, we talk Dr. Ernie Ward, a Vegan Veterinarian, about his plant-based journey and how to raise healthy plant-based animals. We also talk about his book, “The Clean Pet Food Revolution” and some plant-based tips for caring for older animals.

Ernie Ward, DVM, CVFT

Dr. Ernie Ward is an internationally recognized award-winning veterinarian known for his work in the areas of general small animal practice, pet obesity and nutrition, life extension and longevity, practice management and leadership, and the special needs of senior dogs and cats.

Also, he has authored three books, including “The Clean Pet Food Revolution: How Better Pet Food Will Change the World,” “Better You, Better Dog, Better Life: 30 Days to Happiness with Your Best Friend,” “Chow Hounds: Why Our Dogs Are Getting Fatter.” Dr. Ward has been a frequent guest on television programs and served as the resident veterinarian for the “Rachael Ray Show” from 2007 until 2014.

Similarly, Dr. Ward has authored and been featured in more than 100 practice management and peer-reviewed medical journal articles in 11 countries, co-authored the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) Weight Management Guidelines, co-authored the peer-reviewed Veterinary Clinics of North America Small Animal Obesity textbook, and is a 1992 graduate of the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine. He is also a certified veterinary food therapist (CVFT), dedicated to preserving health, extending longevity, and improving quality of life through better nutrition. 

(Source: https://www.drernieward.com/press-kit)

Websites: https://www.DrErnieWard.com
Instagram: http://instagram.com/DrErnieWard
Facebook: http://facebook.com/DrErnieWard

Also, don’t forget to check out: EP 74 – JANE VELEZ-MITCHELL | JANE UNCHAINED

In this episode, we talk to Jane Velez-Mitchell about her plant-based journey and how becoming vegan has changed her life. A forerunner for the animal rights movement she founded the non profit, digital news network, for animal rights and the vegan lifestyle called #JaneUnChained.

Jane Velez-Mitchell is a television and social media journalist and author. She is the founder of #JaneUnChained,[2] a digital news network for animal rights and the vegan lifestyle which uses more than 60 volunteer contributors from around the world to showcase vegan festivals, animal rights conferences, organizations, vegan restaurants and cooking. The videos originate on the Velez-Mitchell’s Facebook page, which has 16.5 million video views in 2017. The network is a 501 c (3) non profit based in Marina del Rey, California.

For six years she hosted her own show on HLN, Issues with Jane Velez-Mitchell) replacing Glenn Beck, who moved to Fox News Channel.[3] She is often seen commenting on high-profile cases for CNN, TruTV, E! and other national cable TV shows. Velez-Mitchell frequently guest hosts for Nancy Grace on her Headline News show. Velez-Mitchell reported for the nationally syndicated show Celebrity Justice (produced by corporate sibling Telepictures).

(Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jane_Velez-Mitchell)

Websites: https://janeunchained.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janeunchainednews/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JaneVelezMitchell/

Amazon Prime Show (US): https://www.amazon.com/New-Day-Chef/dp/B084TNLF6Y
Support Local Plant-Based Restaurants: https://www.supportandfeed.com/

Also, don’t forget to check out: Ep 73 – Brenda Davis | Registered Dietitian

In this episode, we talk to Brenda Davis, a registered dietitian, about how to stay healthy on a plant-based diet. We talk about iodine, soy, sourdough bread and how not to fall off the wagon on a plant-based diet.

Brenda Davis, registered dietitian, is a leader in her field and an internationally acclaimed speaker. She has worked as a public health nutritionist, clinical nutrition specialist, nutrition consultant and academic nutrition instructor. Brenda is the lead dietitian in a diabetes research project in Majuro, Marshall Islands. She is a featured speaker at nutrition, medical and health conferences throughout the world.

Brenda is co-author of nine award-winning, best-selling books – Becoming Vegan: Comprehensive Edition (2014), Becoming Vegan: Express Edition (2013), Becoming Vegan (2000), The New Becoming Vegetarian (2003), Becoming Vegetarian (1994, 1995), Becoming Raw (2010), the Raw Food Revolution Diet (2008), Defeating Diabetes (2003) and Dairy-free and Delicious (2001).  She is also a contributing author to a tenth book, The Complete Vegetarian (2009). Her books are vegetarian/vegan nutrition classics, with over 750,000 copies in print in 8 languages. Brenda has authored and co-authored several articles for peer-reviewed medical and nutrition journals and magazines.

Brenda is a past chair of the Vegetarian Nutrition Dietetic Practice Group of the American Dietetic Association. In 2007, she was inducted into the Vegetarian Hall of Fame. Brenda lives in Kelowna British Columbia with her husband, Paul Davis.  She has two grown children, Leena Markatchev and Cory Davis.

(Source: https://www.brendadavisrd.com/about-me/biography/)

Websites: https://www.brendadavisrd.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brendadavisrd/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nutrispeak

Also, don’t forget to check out: Ep 72 – Gabriel & Anna Zhanay | ProPlant Academy

In this episode, we talk to Gabriel & Anna Zhanay from ProPlant Academy about their plant-based journey, nutrition, and staying motivated to get healthy and fit.

Gabriel Zhanay is a Fitness Coach with over 5 + years of in-person and online coaching experience. He has been vegan for 2+ years while diving deeper into the science of fitness as he finishes his Bachelor of Health Science (Pre-Physical Therapy Track). His vision is to become a Hybrid Coach melding the science of fitness and healthcare into a unified and holistic system of coaching. He’s also a strong believer in using fitness to help enhance your life instead of overwhelming it. As a martial artist and Zen practitioner, he believes balance is the key to life. 

Anna Zhanay is a Certified Nutrition Therapist with 5 + years of the vegan lifestyle.  She also holds the prestigious PN1 Coaching title from Precision Nutrition. She is currently pursuing her Bachelor in Dietetics as she continues to master the science of nutrition and health. She is a firm believer in using nutrition to improve our health and that there is no ‘one perfect’ diet for everyone. Rather, she believes that nutrition should be specific for each individual person while taking into consideration their needs and goals.

ProPlant Academy was created with the mission of helping busy plant-based professionals learn how to MASTER their fitness without giving up their lifestyles. Make the biggest impact with your life by working with real pro’s who can guide you.

(Source: https://proplantacademy.com/about/)

Websites: https://proplantacademy.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gabrielzhanay_/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gabriel.zhanay

Also, don’t forget to check out: EP 71 – KYLE SHEA | CALMING TIPS DURING COVID-19

In this episode, we talk with Kyle Shea | Calming Tips During COVD-19. From becoming more mindful of what we can and cannot change, to guided meditation, these tips will help you during these changing times.

I’m out to make compassionate, full-throttle living accessible to anyone who desires it. My style of growth coaching allows my clients to cultivate a deep sense of aliveness, connection, and impact for themselves and the communities to which they belong.

Websites: https://www.kylesheacoaching.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kylesheacoaching/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kylesheacoaching

Also, don’t forget to check out: Ep 70 – Robert Cheeke | Vegan Bodybuilding

In this episode, we talk to Robert Cheeke, vegan bodybuilder and best selling author, about staying positive and active during physical distancing.

Robert grew up on a farm in Corvallis, Oregon, where he adopted a vegan lifestyle in 1995, at the age of 15. Today he is a best-selling author of the books Vegan Bodybuilding & Fitness: The Complete Guide to Building Your Body on a Plant-Based Diet, Shred It!: Your Complete Guide to Burning Fat and Building Muscle on a Whole-Food, Plant-Based Diet, and Plant-Based Muscle. (Click here for books)

As a two-time natural bodybuilding champion, Robert is considered one of VegNews Magazine’s Most Influential Vegan Athletes. He tours all around the world giving talks about his story of transformation from a skinny farm kid to a champion vegan bodybuilder.

Robert is the founder and president of Vegan Bodybuilding & Fitness. He writes books, gives lectures, and maintains the popular website, VeganBodybuilding.com. He is a regular contributor to Vegan Health & Fitness Magazine, a multi-sport athlete, and has followed a plant-based diet for 20 years. His latest book, Plant-Based Muscle, co-authored with his training partner, Vanessa Espinoza, was released in September 2017 and is available here.

Cheeke began his athletic career as a cross country runner for Oregon State University in 1999 but soon developed an interest in weight lifting and strength training. He became a competitive bodybuilder the following year in 2000. Five years later, in 2005 Cheeke won the title of INBA Northwestern USA Natural Bodybuilding Overall Novice Champion. In the following years he competed in the Natural Bodybuilding World Championships in 2006, and the Northwestern USA Natural Bodybuilding Championships in 2009 (where he took first place in his class).

(Source: https://robertcheeke.net/)

Websites: https://robertcheeke.net/ | https://www.veganbodybuilding.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robert.cheeke/ | https://www.instagram.com/veganbodybuildingandfitness/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/veganbodybuildingandfitness/

Also, don’t forget to check out: EP 69 – DAWN RENEE | TRAVELING CAREGIVERS

In this episode, we talk to Dawn Renee of Traveling Caregivers about her plant-based journey and how she uses her lifestyle to help people in need.

Dawn Renee, a pioneer of holistic Caregiving complemented by integrated practices utilizing herbal medicine, Ayurveda, energy work with emotional guidance. The founder of Traveling Caregivers, a grassroots hope-faith based organization, is bridging the gap between balance of life while navigating a multitude of Caregiving concerns with health, a holistic lifestyle, administration and advocacy. Over the past decade she has been instrumental in helping countless individuals and dogs reclaim their health and lives on their own terms, in their own way.

Similarly, as a live-in holistic caregiver and health coach for almost 15 years. She has devoted the last 5 years, caring for a friend with stage 4 ALS is now a Quadrapalegic, on a Ventilator, Feeding Tube, Catheter requiring 24/7 care and support. Realizing caregiving for others can easily take you away from yourself, it ignited a new passion and desire to help other caregivers with their journey.

Also, as a talented songstress she has appeared on multiple stages in venues across the country as an actor, solo performer, speaker and as, the husband and wife music duo, Dawn Loves Nash. Through their partnership they have witnessed first hand how music is the universal language of love and a true pathway to transformational healing.

Over the past 8 years she has worked with the homeless at the Room in the Inn serving as a philanthropist, educator, healer and specialist. Additionally, she has served as a hands on live-in rehabilitator for dogs with severe medical needs.

(Source: http://travelingcaregivers.com/)

Websites: http://travelingcaregivers.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travelingcaregivers/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TravelingCaregivers

Also, don’t forget to check out: EP 68 – MEATFREE MARIA LEE

In this episode, we talk to Meatfree Maria Lee, a plant-based personal trainer and holistic self love coach . We talk about her plant-based journey and how a plant-based lifestyle has changed her life.

Hi guys! My name is Maria Lee and I’m from Vancouver, Canada. I turned 33 in December 2019, and I ended my career in technical documentation back in 2014 to make health and fitness my livelihood.

I currently own a personal training business that is just over five years old and growing stronger each year. My business is my baby and consumes the vast majority of my life — business owners who are goal-oriented often have to sacrifice time with loved ones when pursuing professional success, and I am no different.

Being an entrepreneur and activist with ethical vegan ideals doesn’t make it easier to meet the right guy! I’m not married and I don’t have any kids. Actually, not true. My clients are my kids, I care for them like they’re my blood family.

I started working out when I was 17, a newbie who imitated what she saw others do at the gym. I went to the community gym when I was in high school and just never stopped. Over the years, the gym has become my home away from home, the place I turn to for reinvigoration, structure, and resetting.

In the summer of 2018, I went on stage to compete as a natural vegan bikini athlete and placed 2nd in Bikini Open at my first regional show, the BC Cup Natural Championships. This allowed me to move on to the international tier, which was the IFBB Van Pro Qualifier. I didn’t win first place, but I did get 3rd in Bikini Open again, which I was VERY happy with given the fact that I didn’t even expect to get up to that tier as a total newbie to the stage.

(Source: https://www.bulkhackers.com/maria-lee/ )

Websites: https://www.tribefit.ca/ | https://meatfreemarialee.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meatfreemarialee/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/meatfreemarialeeofficial/
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Want to learn more about the fundamentals of a plant-based diet? Well, myself and Julia had a great opportunity to be guest speakers at the life mastery foundation’s plant-based diet online summit. This summit is a 100% free to watch live, online, with the ability to purchase unrestricted on demand access to all the sessions. With over 26 experts in the expertise of a plant-based lifestyle, you wont want to miss it. Sign up now!

You don’t want to miss our talk, Becoming a Better You On a Plant-Based Diet on April 22nd, 2020 at 1:00PM Pacific Time.

Keep healthy. Stay motivated. See you guys there!

Also, don’t forget to check out: EP 67 – KIND CAFE + EATERY

Remember to sign up for the FREE Online Plant-Based Summit (April 22-24, 2020)