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Filled with freewheeling discussions, liveliness, and health information, The Glen Merzer Show Podcast will move you towards the vegan lifestyle if you're not there already.This podcast is for open
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Emma Schwarz, co-founder of Veganography, shares her journey to veganism and her work in vegan filmmaking and activism. She discusses the emotional and physical changes she experienced after adopting a plant-based diet and how she uses positive communication to inspire others to go vegan. Emma also talks about her role as the executive director of the International Vegan Film Festival and her efforts to drive the evolution of vegan activism through film and social media. She emphasizes the importance of knowing your audience and using different approaches to effectively communicate the vegan message. Emma Schwarz discusses the cello, veganism, and her role as the executive director of the International Vegan Film Festival. She explains that the cello has a range similar to the human voice and discusses the ethical dilemma of using animal products in string instruments. Schwarz shares her personal experience of quitting the cello due to the negative environment of music school. She then talks about the International Vegan Film Festival and its unique adjudication process, where community members become film reviewers. Schwarz also mentions the festival's world tour and its aim to promote veganism and support animal sanctuaries and vegan businesses.
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00:00 Introduction and Background
02:50 The Transformative Power of a Plant-Based Diet
12:09 Transitioning to Vegan Filmmaking and Activism
16:18 Effective Communication in Vegan Activism
21:18 Inspiring Change Through Personal Stories
27:17 The Versatility of the Cello
30:06 The Cello and its Ethical Dilemmas
32:00 Music School Trauma and Quitting the Cello
33:24 The International Vegan Film Festival and Community Involvement
53:49 Short Form 3D Animation for Effective Communication
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Mark Huberman, president of the National Health Association and editor of Health Science Magazine, shares his journey of being a vegan since birth and following a raw fruits and vegetables diet. He discusses his transition to cooked foods and his belief in the power of whole natural foods for maintaining good health. Mark also talks about his involvement in cases related to veganism as an attorney and magistrate, as well as the creation of the Health Science Magazine and the annual NHA conference. He highlights the NHA's commitment to providing support and education to the whole food plant-based community.
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Cody Stubbe, a registered nurse and food for life instructor, and her daughter Ava Stubbe discuss their journey to veganism and the challenges they faced in a non-vegan environment. They talk about the gradual transition to a vegan diet and the importance of education and support. Cody shares her experience working in the healthcare industry and the need for nurses and doctors to prioritize their own health. They also discuss their cooking show, So Many Cooks in the Kitchen, and the positive impact it has had on their community. Cody and Ava also prepare a black bean salsa.
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00:00 Introduction and Background
01:28 Ava's Vegan Journey
02:23 Transitioning to a Vegan Diet
04:09 Discovering the Benefits of a Plant-Based Diet
06:54 Finding Support and Overcoming Challenges
09:45 Educating Others in the Healthcare Industry
10:07 So Many Cooks in the Kitchen
12:02 Influencing Family and Friends
15:38 Preparing a Black Bean Salsa Dip
18:27 Challenges in the Healthcare Industry
21:17 Inspiring Change in Nursing Students
22:38 Ava's Experience in School
23:05 Improving School Lunches
24:04 Favorite Recipes and Cooking Style
26:31 Future Plans and Cookbook
27:00 Closing Remarks
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Katherine Lawrence, founder of the Food Saved Me Institute shares her journey to plant-based nutrition and how it transformed her health, including reversing stage four endometriosis. She discusses the challenges and successes of raising her three sons as vegans and the importance of education and teaching them about the benefits of plant-based eating. Katherine also talks about her work in teaching nutrition classes and the impact of diet on autism and ADHD. Catherine discusses her journey of raising a child with autism and the impact of nutrition on his behavior and well-being. She highlights the importance of removing dairy products and processed foods from the diet of children with autism. Katherine also shares her experience of starting the Food Save Me Institute, a nonprofit organization that helps individuals build plant-based businesses through nutrition classes. She emphasizes the need for a business model that combines nutrition education with sustainability. Katherine's own diet continues to evolve, with a focus on improving sleep quality and incorporating more miso soup. She avoids oil and fruit juices, but occasionally indulges in one cup of coffee a day.
Visit Katherine's website: https://foodsavedme.com/
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00:00 Introduction and Background
03:20 Transforming Health Through Plant-Based Nutrition
09:24 Raising Vegan Children: Challenges and Successes
11:17 The Importance of Education in Plant-Based Eating
25:48 The Impact of Diet on Autism and ADHD
33:52 Raising a Child with Autism
45:44 Building Plant-Based Businesses
57:21 Evolving Diet and Focus on Sleep
01:00:06 Avoiding Oil and Fruit Juices
01:01:32 Indulging in One Cup of Coffee
01:04:39 Exploring Healthier Dessert Options
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Dr. Sailesh Rao discusses the greatest transformation in human history, which is the shift from a climate heating civilization to a climate healing civilization. He emphasizes the importance of veganism as the foundation of this transformation and highlights the urgency of addressing the ecological crisis. Dr. Rao presents data on the impact of animal agriculture on greenhouse gas emissions and the loss of wild animals. He explains how going vegan and restoring ecosystems can reverse climate change and address other planetary boundary transgressions. He also discusses the values transformation and the need for a spiritual and cultural shift to achieve a climate healing civilization.
Visit Dr. Sailesh Rao's website: www.climatehealers.org
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00:00 Introduction and Tribute to Dr. John McDougall
03:00The Urgency of Addressing the Ecological Crisis
13:12 The Greatest Transformation in Human History: From Climate Heating to Climate Healing
22:58 Ecosystem Restoration and Reversing Climate Change
28:22 Values Transformation and Spiritual/Cultural Shift for a Climate Healing Civilization
39:36 The Impact of Consuming Animal Foods on World Hunger and Climate Change
40:28 Self-Transformation and Healing Habits for Personal and Planetary Well-Being
41:04 The Seven Strategic Actions for Civilizational Transformation
42:08 Changing the Money Game: From Fear-Based to Love-Based
01:17:48 Being a Vocal Vegan: Embracing a Plant-Based Diet to Save the Planet
Tommy Sonnen, a former cattle rancher, shares his journey from being a rancher to becoming a vegan and starting the Rowdy Girl Sanctuary. Tommy grew up in a family with a ranching background, but he didn't have a lot of cattle himself. He worked at Dow Chemical and bought land as an investment. After reconnecting with his ex-wife Renee, who had become vegan, Tommy's perspective started to change. Renee convinced him to stop selling cows and eventually bought the cows herself, turning their property into a farm animal sanctuary. Tommy Sonnen shares his journey from being a cattle rancher to starting the Rowdy Girl Sanctuary, a farm sanctuary. He discusses the challenges they faced during natural disasters and the transition to a vegan lifestyle. Tommy emphasizes the health benefits of going vegan and the positive impact on the environment. He also talks about the support they received from the vegan community and the government. Tommy encourages others to consider transitioning from animal agriculture to plant-based farming.
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00:00 Introduction and Background
03:23 Tommy's Family History in Ranching
08:09 Tommy's Journey into Ranching and Land Ownership
13:26 Reconnecting with Renee and the Start of the Rowdy Girl Sanctuary
21:32 Renee's Transition to Veganism and Tommy's Resistance
29:20 The Decision to Start a Vegan Farm Animal Sanctuary
32:09 Challenges and Growth of the Rowdy Girl Sanctuary
33:38 Introduction and Background
34:07 Evacuating Animals During Natural Disasters
35:04 Challenges of Floods and Droughts
36:34 Positive Health Transformation and Meeting Great People
39:02 Loss of Friends and Becoming an Example
40:19 The Environmental Impact of Animal Agriculture
42:09 The Need for Land and Unsustainable Practices
43:07 Losing Friends in the Cattle Business
44:06 Leaving a Legacy and Helping Others Transition
45:03 Challenges of Transitioning to Plant-Based Farming
47:00 The Role of Government and USDA Support
48:23 The Influence of USDA and Nutritional Recommendations
48:55 Becoming Vegan and Changing Perceptions
50:03 Health Changes and the Importance of Exercise
51:48 Metal Detecting as a Hobby
52:46 Finding Gold and Historical Artifacts
54:43 Convincing Friends to Go Vegan
56:42 The Impact of Sanctuary Visits on Vegan Conversions
58:06 Reflecting on Starting the Sanctuary
01:00:32 USDA Support for Sanctuaries
01:03:23 Lobbying for Plant-Based Farming
01:04:22 The Power of Renee and the Need for Change
Renee King-Sonnen, founder of Rowdy Girl Sanctuary, shares her journey from being a cattle rancher to becoming a vegan farm sanctuary owner. Her transformation began when she moved to a cattle ranch and developed a bond with a calf named Rowdy Girl. She convinced her husband, Tommy, to stop selling cows and eventually bought all the cows to start a sanctuary. Tommy also transitioned to a vegan lifestyle and both experienced health improvements. Renee also talks about her documentary, book, and upcoming feature film that will bring awareness to her cause. She emphasizes the importance of education and inspiring others through her Rancher Advocacy Program.
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Get my new book, 'America Goes Vegan!' here: https://shorturl.at/dgrLQ
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00:00 Introduction and Background
03:27 The Bond Between Humans and Animals
10:24 The Journey to Veganism
26:24 Starting a Sanctuary
34:49 Transitioning to a Vegan Lifestyle
36:17 Transitioning to Plant-Based Cooking
38:05 Becoming a Nonprofit and Starting the Rancher Advocacy Program
39:02 Animals Finding Their Way to Rowdy Girls Sanctuary
40:27 Finding Purpose in Animal Advocacy
41:27 The Variety of Animals at Rowdy Girls Sanctuary
42:13 Creating Separate Spaces for Different Animals
43:11 The Emotional Lives of Animals
44:08 Seeking Donkeys for Rowdy Girls Sanctuary
44:57 Expanding the Mission to Help Other Farmers Transition
46:23 Using Performance Skills to Advocate for Animals
48:22 Empathizing with Cattle Ranchers' Wives
50:20 Helping Farmers Find Alternative Farming Practices
52:11 Challenges of Transitioning from Animal Farming
56:06 The Financial Burden on Farmers
57:26 Transitioning Hearts and Minds
58:50 Spreading Awareness through Documentary, Book, and Film
01:08:44 The Rancher Advocacy Program: Educating and Inspiring Farmers
Chef AJ discusses her new cookbook 'Sweet Indulgence' and demonstrates how to make the Peanut Butter Paradise Parfait, one of over 150 healthy dessert recipes in her new book with Glen Merzer. She emphasizes that desserts can be healthy and made with whole fruits instead of refined sugar. The book features beautiful color photos for every recipe and includes options for low-fat and decadent desserts. Chef AJ shares tips for making homemade peanut butter and highlights the importance of using quality ingredients. She also mentions the pre-order bonus for the book and the potential impact of vegan cookbooks on the publishing industry.
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00:00 Introduction and Cookbook Overview
11:25 Making Peanut Butter Paradise Parfait
12:34 Plating the Dessert
16:20 Chef AJ's Journey and Previous Books
20:20 Pre-Order Bonus and New York Times Bestseller
26:02 The Impact of Vegan Cookbooks
Dustie Condon, the owner of the Tasty Plate Cafe, and Stacy Jenkins, the owner of the Jenkins Forever Farm, discuss their journey into veganism and their collaboration in Morgantown, Indiana. Dustie started introducing vegan options at her restaurant after receiving encouragement from a local foodie, and Stacy, who had been vegan for four years, became a regular customer. Dustie eventually decided to make the Tasty Plate 100% vegan, and Stacy offered to help. They discuss the challenges and successes of running a vegan restaurant in a small town, their commitment to sustainability, and their efforts to support the local community and Stacy's animal sanctuary.
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00:00 Introduction and Background
08:03 Challenges of Running a Vegan Restaurant
13:09 Reception and Impact in Morgantown
17:20 The Journey to Veganism
20:06 Employing People on the Spectrum
22:17 Running an Animal Sanctuary
28:58 Sustainability and Future Plans
36:00 Promoting Health and Inclusivity
41:06 Supporting Local Farms and Community
Dr. Jonathan Yunis, founder of the Center for Hernia Repair in Sarasota, FL, discusses the intricacies of hernia surgery and the different techniques used. Dr. Yunis specializes in non-mesh hernia repair techniques such as the Desarda repair and the Shouldice repair. The conversation also touches on the relationship between diet and hernia surgery, the low recurrence rates of certain non-mesh repairs, and the influence of the mesh industry on surgical practices. He also shares his experiences volunteering in third-world countries. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the use of mesh and the need for more surgeons skilled in non-mesh techniques.
Visit Dr. Yunis website: https://www.centerforherniarepair.com
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Get my new book, 'America Goes Vegan!' here: https://shorturl.at/dgrLQ
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00:00 Introduction to Dr. Jonathan Yunis and Hernia Surgery
03:37 The Complexity of Hernia Surgery and the Appeal of Non-Mesh Techniques
07:23 Choosing Non-Mesh Hernia Repair: The Desarda and Shouldice Techniques
13:22 The Relationship Between Diet and Hernia Surgery
15:28 The Influence of the Mesh Industry on Surgical Practices
33:09 The Evolution of Mesh
36:23 Anesthesia Options
39:27 Volunteering in Third-World Countries
48:04 The Impact of Weight on Surgery Outcomes
51:14 The Decision to Use Mesh
53:11 The Need for More Surgeons Skilled in Non-Mesh Techniques
The podcast currently has 81 episodes available.